Series of online events planned for National Careers Week

National Careers Week (NCW) takes place the week beginning 1^st March, with ‘progression’ the theme for this year.

There is a series of events planned through the week – both internally and externally – and you can find more details below, as well as links to sign up.

NCW Virtual Careers Fair is taking place all week and you can register for free HERE (now closed)

Date	Internal College Events	External Events
1^st March	Progression to Apprenticeships 11am – 12pm Book session In this session you will find out: What is an apprenticeship? Explanation of apprenticeship levels The range of apprenticeship sectors How subjects link to apprenticeships The pros and cons of apprenticeships The end-point assessment Apprenticeship voices How to search and apply for apprenticeships Support available from the Careers and Welfare Team	Careers in the curriculum: Digital Careers Book session 10am – 10.30am Digital employer insights Book session 11am – 11.30am BBC Young Reporter – Getting into journalism Book session 12pm – 1pm
2^nd March	Progression to Higher Education 11am – 12pm Book session In this session you will learn: What is higher education Types of courses you can study How to research your options Understanding entry requirements and the UCAS tariff point system Useful resources How to prepare your personal statement How Careers & Welfare can support you	Careers in the curriculum: Engineering Book session 10am – 10.30am Construction employer insights Book session 11am – 11.30am Careers at Sea webinar: Book session 3.30pm – 4.30pm
3^rd March	Introduction to Manchester Volunteer and Community Centre (MACC) 11am – 12pm Book session Manchester Volunteer and Community Centre (MACC) Macc is a charity and our purpose is quite simply the city of Manchester. We encourage, support and develop the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations and local people to have a real influence over the places and communities in which they live. Introduction to City Year- Opportunities to inspire in schools. 1pm – 2pm Book session At City Year UK, young people give a year to tackle educational inequality in our schools because they see a chance for change. Discover how they coach and inspire pupils to succeed - and gain standout skills, learn to lead and find out who they want to become.	Careers in the curriculum: Humanities Book session 10am – 10.30am Inspiring the Future - ‘Pathways into STEM’ LIVE career chats: Book session 10.30am – 11.30am Going Green – Exploring environmental careers Book session 11am – 11.30am NCW: Working in Esports Book session 1pm – 2pm
4^th March	Progression to Employment 11am – 12pm Book session In this session you will learn about: CV & Cover Letters Mock Interviews & Virtual Interviews How to look for work including using social media Making a good impression Useful resources Support available from the Careers and Welfare Team	Culture employer insights Book session 11am – 11.30am
5^th March	Progression to further study at college 11am – 12pm Book session In this session you will learn: What is further education Types of courses you can study How to research your options Understanding entry requirements Why English and maths is important Moving from 16-18 to adult provision Useful resources How Careers & Welfare can support you	Careers in the curriculum: Business Studies Book session 10am – 10.30am Medical Professionals Careers Talk: Book session 5pm – 6pm