The handbook is truly comprehensive, catering to new and long-established career professionals, as well as those who are considering career development as a future role. For existing career professionals, it provides a handy reminder of the theories and skills behind career guidance, as well as useful updates to knowledge, such as a section on using generative AI. The handbook is well structured, with prompts for self-reflection sitting alongside information and guidance. The case studies bring the information to life, and the resources signposted throughout are helpful. Written with a supportive and knowledgeable tone, I can imagine dipping into the handbook for a long time to come for advice on best practice and reminders of the value of the profession.

I'm so grateful for this book - I'm a primary trained teacher who went through the Scottish education system now teaching KS3/4 PSHE and leading on careers in a brand new SEMH school - I'm totally out of my comfort zone but this book has taught me so much. I really liked the style this book is written in - it feels like a friendly colleague by your side rather than an academic text. I absolutely loved the guest contributor's perspective - they were often moving accounts which really inspire and even dampen the old eyes at times!

To be picky, I found the same and different career model wheel was printed too small to read - but I will have a look online for this. I also noticed quite a few web addresses which initially, I thought I'm unlikely to access these - but it is handy to know they are there and i can't think of any other way they could be shared.

The book really simplifies everything linked to careers to make it manageable, understandable and appropriate for my SEND leaners. Equally, it drives you to ensure you are doing so much more for our young people. I'm sure that I will be dipping into this regularly for years to come.

A rewarding and interesting guide to STEM careers and how they can be found in most careers. It is well written and at a suitable level for the age group it is written for.

I enjoyed the Career Stories from a wide range of people, the Fascinating Facts covered different areas and was enlightening. The Reflection Sections at the end of each chapter was useful and will help students to decide on their future career.

I found the web links included in the chapters very useful and have used a few already. It is easy to dip into, but also easy to read from front to back. I found the referencing to other chapters really helpful especially if you are dipping into a particular topic. The comparison of Qualifications between the different home nations was very informative.

This book has improved my knowledge of STEM Careers and provided lots of web links that I will be using with my students.

This books gives a well laid out, comprehensive overview of each A-level subject including subjects that go well together. Each subject section also touches on studying it at HE level plus relevant jobs at A-level and degree level. An easy to read chart is also included which allows students to see at a glance what A-levels may be required for particular degrees they are considering.

With so many different post 16 options nowadays, the chapter explaining all the alternatives to A-levels is extremely useful, making what can be a very confusing range of choices far more understandable to students and parents.

This book is, in my opinion, an essential addition to any school careers library.

This valuable handbook empowers school leavers to take ownership of their early career choices. The author presents 4 parts comprising 14 chapters, offering a systematic guide to considering whether it is worth going to University.

By adopting a positive mindset and embracing hope and optimism, the student, parent/carer, and teacher will appreciate the complexities and perplexities of career information, pathways, options, and choices, at this important stage of the early career journey.

Comparing the well-known and established University pathway and the lesser-known, Apprenticeship levels (intermediate, advanced, higher, and degree) the author introduces five factors - career options, learning preferences, financial costs, future financial rewards, and social life that enable a deeper and richer understanding. The final practical exercise is an excellent summary and opportunity to apply the five factors and ultimately arrive at an optimum decision that suits a school leaver's individual circumstances.

At a time when school leavers are faced with so many options and suffering from information overload, a trusted and knowledgeable guide written in a friendly, accessible manner becomes indispensable.

Careers 2025 is an easy-to-access guide listing what qualifications are needed and expected starting salaries for a range of jobs.
The job profile highlights working conditions, future prospects, related opportunities and further information. The profile describes what the jobs involve, the type of person suited to the work and the advantages and disadvantages of the job.

The book has been divided into 20 job families covering areas such as computers, engineering and science.

In future editions, it would be good to see recommended colleges and universities for specific jobs. This resource could be enhanced with the inclusion of job statistics.

Parents, students and staff will find this an invaluable resource to aid career planning.

I wish a book like this was available when I was looking for a job. This book gives a good insight into what is looked for during an interview. I found it to be a detailed, easy read, that covered so many areas. It was very well laid out and talks you through the interview process, how to prep for the interview, during the interview as well as covering some great areas like task-based questions, thought-based questions and people-based questions. This book will be a great addition to our Careers Library for students as they embark on the next stage of their journey.

This is a great easy to read and use publication. What I particularly liked was the ability to dip in and out depending on the STEM career that you are seeking. You can navigate students towards specific chapters to read rather than having to trawl through endless websites. There are over 100 STEM related jobs covered in the book, career stories from contributors in those roles which really helps students to visualise themselves in that industry or job. The hero in STEM highlights such as Sir James Dyson and Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock are a personal favourite. The individual chapters cover the different sectors, skills, personal qualities and qualifications required for a career in STEM and a chapter dedicated to parents and carers as well as teachers. A great book with something for everyone.

This is so much more than impressive answers to interview questions. It provides an insight into the whole interview process; preparing you for every step. I like the fact that it outlines what to expect at an interview and gives you some guidance on how to approach the questions you may be asked. Breaking is down into task-based, thought-based and people-based questions is especially helpful, as it allows you to identify these types of questions whilst giving you advice on how to answer them and actual examples. The fact that it provides examples for entry level, middle management and senior management questions means this book is useful not just for School leavers and graduate but also experienced candidates.

It’s easy to dip in and out of. The “in a nutshell” sections provide good summarise. It's easy to read and follow. I particularly like the activities, which can be used to prepare for interviews. The CAR model of response (Circumstance, Action and Result) is a new way of approaching interviews, but I believe the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) forces you to add more detail and reflection.

All in all , this is a useful guide for anyone preparing for an interview.

Even on a first flick of this book, I knew it would be invaluable for students, parents, Teachers and Careers Advisors. I chose to review this book because I knew little about the area of getting into law. After reading I found that I was informed and confident enough to be able to advise students and parents and signpost them to particular areas of interest.

The book is cleverly organised with handy hints and tips on different areas of law along with extra information that makes Getting into Law the go-to book.

Understanding Apprenticeships, A Students Guide is a fantastic book not only for students and teachers, but also for parents. It is well written, informative and easy to follow. I found the book to be extremely helpful in giving as accurate an account of what an apprenticeship entails as possible. The case studies are the perfect touch to let students know this can work and has worked for many. Section 5 and 6 are extremely useful in helping students decide whether or not to go down this route, and the steps needed.

Being a parent, who was not educated in the UK, it was very interesting to read about a different option out there for students to be able to become qualified in their chosen field without having to attend University.

For teachers who havent yet embraced the Apprenticeship route, it is a great read to give them the knowledge and also the inform them of other options available to students.

It is certainly a book that will be in our Careers Resources for students. Thank you!

A brilliant book focusing on the ins and outs of getting into Art and Design courses. There is a focus on new and emerging technologies with this being a dominant theme throughout. There are lots of examples from people working in the industry as well as students currently studying the field. The work experience and internships section is short but concise and backed up with case studies offering an insight it to what opportunities are out there. The warning text boxes highlight things to be mindful of, bringing the readers attention to areas such as plagiarism in personal statements. The book is full of useful checklists which will help students, parents and teachers digest information easily. The book is up to date with relevant degrees and uses current UCAS timeframes, but this will mean that the book with date quite quickly.

This resource is well written and explains the journey to becoming a vet. It explains the process step by step and highlights the importance of studying the right subjects at GCSE, A Level and Degree. It also has outlines post graduate courses.
There is a whole chapter on what universities offer veterinarian courses, and which is the best ones to choose. If you do not have the Standard entry level for university, if also includes a chapter on how to apply if you live outside of the UK, or a mature person or have special educational needs. It points out the importance of a good background working with animals; valuable work experience in all settlings; outstanding personal statement, application and interview; finance; and possible career paths.
It has fun chapter titles like Horses for Courses and Snakes and Ladders: Career Path that encourage you to continue reading. It has a chapter about possible diseases that animals could catch. Every chapter contains case studies and facts related to animals. It is well worth buying for any student who wishes to become a vet. As it explains the best way to succeed.

This book features quirky chapter headings covering work experience and subject choices required for veterinary school. Student case studies and the inclusion of topical and controversial issues for interview discussion enhance this guide. The Financing Your Course chapter details how to keep costs down, suggests how to augment income and gives a breakdown of additional course expenditure. The book discusses the various career path practice, government service, teaching and research. The final chapter lists veterinary schools in the United Kingdom and other valuable sources of information. A glossary is included. A thorough guide, which is highly recommended, for students considering a veterinary career

Getting into Psychology courses, is a book worth adding to any Careers Advisers library. A quick easy read, this book is laid out in a very logical, easy to follow order, that takes the student from understanding what psychology is really about, to what careers they can get, as well as what work experience would be relevant for their chosen career path. The degree information, along with how to complete their UCAS application and write their personal statement are extremely informative and contain some real nuggets of information. The tips given about how to succeed in an interview makes for an interesting read, and I am really pleased that information about results day and fees and funding were included as these areas can sometimes be overlooked.

I can see these this book becoming a well-used resource in our library, and we will certainly be investing in other titles.