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How to support your young person at University - Wednesday 14 May 5:30pm
With everything from mental and physical health, through to money, housing or finding a part-time job - find out how expert counsellors and advisers at universities can help your child through any tough times - including all of the support available at Portsmouth.
You can book your place here.
A day in the life of an apprentice - Wednesday 14 May 5:30-6:15pm
Sign up to this webinar to find out about apprenticeships, where to find opportunities, and hear from a current apprentice about what a typical day is like. You'll have opportunities to get your questions answered by professional experts from Lloyds Banking Group, GSK and KPMG so you can better understand your child's next steps on the route to an apprenticeship.
You can book your place here.
Introduction to the application process and student finance - Thursday 22 May 7-7:45pm
Join the University of Hertfordshire for this session where they will cover the UCAS application process and the financial support available to them, including how to apply and the repayment systems. This will be followed by a Q&A session.
You can book your place here.
How students can use the summer to start their apprenticeship research - Thursday 19 June 3:30pm
It is never to early to start researching apprenticeships and the summer period can be a brilliant time to help to get ready. During this webinar you can hear from experts explaining how to help students to get ready for when vacancies open in the autumn.
You can book your place here.
Helping your young person choose a university or course - Wednesday 25 June 5:30-6:30pm
Join this webinar to understand how to help your young person make a decision that suits them best. The University of Portsmouth will share practical strategies on how to research and shortlist options, and guidance on how to explore future career pathways, so they can feel confident in their final choices.
You can book your place here.
Considering your young persons options, Year 12 and 13 parents/carers - Wednesday 16 July 6-7pm
During this webinar you'll take a look at how to make the most of the summer break to reflect on options after college and prepare for open days.
You can book your place here.
Talking Futures can help parents/carers to learn more about the education options available today so you can have better conversations with your young person about their education and career options. Throughout the website you'll find information, advice and resources to help you and your young person discuss their next steps.
The Parent Perspective is a podcast series for parents and carers, helping them to support their children with careers information and advice. Series 3 is hosted by Rachel Burden from BBC Radio Five Live.
Listen to the latest and previous podcasts here.
The Parents Guide to Apprentices 2024-2025.pdfThis guide helps parents learn more about apprenticeships and why they might be a first-rate career pathway for your young person.
The Parents' Guide to Green Careers Week 2025-2026.pdfThe Parents Guide to Green Careers Week give parents an insight into the careers that specifically protect the environment.
The Parents Guide to National Careers Week 2024.pdfThis guide outlines vocational options after GCSEs and Sixth Form. It gives parents a chance to learn more about different career paths.
The Parents Guide to University - 2024-2025.pdfThis guide covers the UCAS application process, what to do on results day, what to look for when considering different universities and more.
May 2025 - Choices.pdfChoices Magazine is a monthly magazine for apprenticeships and technical education. It includes tips for supporting your child, information on T Levels, apprenticeships and much more.
The Success at School Apprenticeship Guide 2024 is full of information to help parents guide their young person as they decide if any apprenticeship could be for them.
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