{"id":10233,"date":"2022-08-19T03:40:49","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T03:40:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.uk\/?p=10233"},"modified":"2022-08-19T03:46:58","modified_gmt":"2022-08-19T03:46:58","slug":"its-not-all-about-your-results-alternative-paths-to-a-successful-career","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.uk\/its-not-all-about-your-results-alternative-paths-to-a-successful-career\/","title":{"rendered":"It’s Not All About Your Results: Alternative Paths to a Successful Career"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 3<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

Getting your final exam results can definitely feel like a scary experience! We know it seems like your entire future is riding on those little letters and numbers printed on a piece of paper.<\/p>\n

What can be even scarier is not getting the results you hoped for.<\/em><\/p>\n

It might feel like the end of the world, but we\u2019re here to drop some truth bombs and let you know the one thing we know for sure; everything will be okay.<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are many ways to pursue the career you want, and your exam results are only a tiny part of that.<\/p>\n

Didn\u2019t get the Grades? Do This Next<\/h3>\n

Take a break.<\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019re serious. After weeks of pressure and stress, the disappointment of not getting the grades you hoped for can take its toll. Especially when your peers are all celebrating their success, you might feel like the only person in the world who didn\u2019t get it right<\/p>\n

Please, give yourself a break. It\u2019s essential to take some time to rest and process the experience. Feeling sad and disappointed is fine, but don\u2019t let these emotions rule your life. Spend time doing the things you enjoy and that makes you happy.<\/p>\n

Talk it through with a trusted friend or adult, get it out of your system, and then be ready to refocus on going after what you want in life.<\/p>\n

3 Alternative Pathways to Explore<\/h3>\n

If you didn\u2019t get the grades you were hoping for, you might lose out on your college or university place. If clearing isn\u2019t an option, there are many other exciting ways to take your next steps after school.<\/p>\n

Here are three worth looking at:<\/p>\n

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  1. Consider an Apprenticeship.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Apprenticeships sometimes get a bit of a bad rap, but in 2019\/20<\/a>, 719,000 people participated in an apprenticeship in England, with 322,500 apprenticeship starts and 146,900 apprenticeship achievements.<\/p>\n

    Starting with intermediate apprenticeships and going up to degree apprenticeships, there\u2019s no reason not to get the best of both worlds, combining on-the-job practical experience with valuable qualifications. All while earning an income!<\/p>\n

    Apprenticeships are available in a wide range of industries that continues to grow. Entry requirements depend on the level you apply for and the role. No matter your circumstances – or results – there\u2019s bound to be an opportunity to help you get started with where you want to go in life.<\/p>\n

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    1. Take a look at T-Levels.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      T-Levels are slightly similar to apprenticeships but also a bit different. And they could be a great alternative if your results aren\u2019t what you hoped.<\/p>\n

      T-Levels<\/a> offer 16-19 year-olds a mix of classroom learning and work experience, with a professional placement that aligns with the qualification studied – which could include accounting and finance, catering and hospitality, or manufacturing.<\/p>\n

      They\u2019ve been developed with employers’ input to create a new way for young people to get into their desired careers and ensure they\u2019re prepared to do that. They\u2019re also a viable qualification if you do want to get into university down the line. A Distinction* in a T-Level is Equivalent to 3 A* A-Levels and will be recognised by universities.<\/p>\n

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      1. Get a head start with work experience.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Even some of the most successful individuals out there didn\u2019t do so well when it came to their exams, including Bill Gates:<\/p>\n

        \u201cI failed some subject exams, and my friend passed them all. Now he\u2019s an engineer with Microsoft. And I\u2019m the owner of Microsoft.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n

        Grades really aren\u2019t everything you\u2019ll need to be a success. Hard work, the right experience, a persistent mindset, and a strong support network are all incredibly valuable. It\u2019s never too soon to start seeing where work experience could take you. Some of the most entry-level roles can lead to the greatest career paths.<\/p>\n

        Why not check out some fantastic opportunities from our supportive employer partners<\/a>?<\/p>\n

        This is Just the Beginning<\/h3>\n

        When you\u2019ve just spent the last five years of your life working towards this moment, it\u2019s natural to feel exhausted – whether you get the results you hoped for or not!<\/p>\n

        You might even feel a bit relieved if you didn\u2019t get the grades needed – it\u2019s essential to pay attention to these feelings as it can be an excellent curiosity piece to explore new avenues and pathways you might not have even thought about.<\/p>\n

        We promise, no matter what, that this is just the beginning of exciting things ahead. Focus on the opportunities ahead, and we know you\u2019ll do great.<\/p>\n

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