For those who don't already know we have a VLE (A Virtual Learning Portal ie www.clounagh.org where we have numerous teaching materials/resources/power points, etc that you the teacher can use in CEIAG programme of work from Key Stage 3 to Post 16.
Thursday, 6 August 2009
94% asked for better CEIAG Advice
An Equality and Human Rights Commission report has outlined the attitudes and aspirations of over 1000 young people aged 14 - 19. One of the outcomes from the study has highlighted the need for better CEIAG – with a massive 94% asking for better advice on career options and one in five youngsters admitting to never having had one-to-one careers sessions. Read more
Pupils Abandon Traditional Subjects
Traditional subjects are being marginalised at secondary schools as more students elect to take vocational subjects.
LMI Factsheets
A series of easy-to use Northern Ireland Fact Sheets is now available for your use. The Fact Sheets cover a variety of occupations within the 25 Sector Skills Councils (SSCs) in Northern Ireland. They provide information on job prospects, relevant skills and entry requirements as well as highlighting current vacancies and skill shortages.
Local Labour Market Information
The Department for Employment and Learning has published labour market profiles for the six Workforce Development Forums (WDFs) in Northern Ireland
Creative Careers in IT
E-Skills UK have developed 'SHOWCASE' a resource that will take your students on an interactive tour of the IT World.
Travel and Toursim Newsletters
People 1st have now launched two Diploma newsletters for the Diploma in travel and Tourism and the Diploma in Hospitality. The newsletters are both featured on the respective websites, www.tandtdiploma.co.uk and www.hospitalitydiploma.co.uk and once registered users can download past publications.
Free Lesson Plans and Video's
'Step into the NHS' is a website and communications programme designed to raise awareness amongst 14 - 19 year olds of the wide range of careers in the NHS. The NHS does not just employ nurses and doctors, but has over 300 different careers, many of which are not directly involved with patient care. Not only will you find individual lesson plans but 20 video profiles, a career mapper for students and much more.
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