This blog is designed to keep you up-to-date with Careers Education, Information and Guidance (CEIAG) available locally, nationally and through the school. I’ll be posting information about employment and training opportunities available locally as well as details of open days and useful websites. The world of education, employment and training opportunities is changing rapidly so keep checking in for the latest information.

Mr Cross


Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Teenagers are aiming for the wrong jobs ...

An article in the Financial Times reports that many teenagers' job ambitions are misguided.  The survey of over 11,000 13-16 year-olds revealed a mismatch between the careers young people hope to follow and the projected job prospects in these areas.  For example, one fifth of 15-16 year-olds surveyed were hoping to enter careers which are expected to comprise only 2.4% of new and replacement jobs available over the next 10 years.  Whereas growth areas such as jobs in administration and care work proved to be less popular in the young people's ambitions.  For the full article, click here.

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