{"id":6239,"date":"2019-03-22T14:18:20","date_gmt":"2019-03-22T14:18:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/nl\/CardinalNewmanWebsite\/?page_id=6239"},"modified":"2025-02-19T14:51:41","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T14:51:41","slug":"my-world-of-work","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/nl\/CardinalNewmanWebsite\/my-world-of-work\/","title":{"rendered":"My World of Work"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>My World of Work<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8925 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/er\/MearnsCastle\/files\/2018\/06\/my_world2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"170\" height=\"174\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Skills Development Scotland<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8922 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/er\/MearnsCastle\/files\/2018\/06\/skills.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"194\" height=\"127\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Applying for College and University<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8926 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/er\/MearnsCastle\/files\/2018\/06\/my_world3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"156\" height=\"126\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Use the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/learn-and-train\"><strong>course choice tool<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0on My World of Work to search for options. It offers information on the latest college, university and training places in Scotland.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Ready to apply for college?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/\"><strong>myworldofwork.co.uk<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>There\u2019s a lot of competition for college courses, but My World of Work can help. You can find out how and when to apply, then follow the tips to make your application stand out from the crowd. Here are some pointers to get you started:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Have a look at the\u00a0<strong>five important things<\/strong>\u00a0to find out here before you apply.<\/li>\n<li>Take a look at the\u00a0<strong>tutorial<\/strong>\u00a0for writing a personal statement.<\/li>\n<li>When completing your application form, take a look at\u00a0<strong>mistakes to avoid<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>If you have a college interview lined up, find out what to expect and how\u00a0<strong>to impress<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s also worth checking with the college (or colleges) you\u2019re applying to and find out what their process is.<\/p>\n<p>Visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/\"><strong>myworldofwork.co.uk<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n<p>Remember your Skills Development Scotland Careers Adviser is on hand at school to talk to you about your options.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to apply for university?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>From finding the right course to perfecting a UCAS\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/learn-and-train\/tutorial-writing-personal-statement-ucas-or-college-application\"><strong>personal statement<\/strong><\/a>, My World of Work can help you create a winning\u00a0<strong>UCAS application<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re filling in your\u00a0<strong>UCAS application form<\/strong>, here are five things you need to double check:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Your personal statement<\/li>\n<li>Spelling and grammar<\/li>\n<li>Your referee<\/li>\n<li>Your details<\/li>\n<li>Course choices<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/\"><strong>myworldofwork.co.uk<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n<p>Remember your Skills Development Scotland Careers Adviser is on hand at school to talk to you about your options.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8924 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/er\/MearnsCastle\/files\/2018\/06\/my_world.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"248\" height=\"126\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>School leavers<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Leaving school? So what\u2019s next?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It may feel like a tough decision, but there are lots of options available to you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>get started by creating a\u00a0<strong>My World of Work account<\/strong>. Then you can find out where your strengths lie and discover your skills and interests to help you find a career that suits you<\/li>\n<li>thinking about going onto to college, university or further training? Use the\u00a0<strong>course search tool<\/strong>\u00a0to consider your options and find out what funding might be available<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apprenticeships.scot\/\"><strong>Apprenticeships<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Earn as you learn with an Apprenticeship in Scotland. Find out what\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/search\/sitewide\/modern%20apprenticeships?group=ma_framework#search-results\"><strong>types are available<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.apprenticeships.scot\/find-a-vacancy\/\"><strong>search for vacancies<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li>work experience such as\u00a0<strong>volunteering<\/strong>\u00a0can be valuable when building skills for your career. Find\u00a0<strong>opportunities near you<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>a\u00a0<strong>gap year<\/strong>\u00a0is your chance to travel, work, volunteer or study<\/li>\n<li><strong>looking for a job<\/strong>? Discover Scotland\u2019s industries, search for jobs, learn\u00a0<strong>how to network<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>visit job fairs<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>if you think you need a little help getting into the workplace, check out the\u00a0<strong>Certificate of Work Readiness<\/strong>\u00a0and get the skills and experience employers really want.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8926 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/er\/MearnsCastle\/files\/2018\/06\/my_world3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"156\" height=\"126\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Parents and carers<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to making career decisions, you\u2019re one of the first people your child will turn to for help.<\/p>\n<p>Skills Development Scotland is Scotland\u2019s careers service and our Careers Advisers are available to support you and your child throughout their time at school.<\/p>\n<p>You can get in touch with your Careers Adviser through the school.<\/p>\n<p>Scotland\u2019s careers website\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/\"><strong>My World of Work<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is also packed with information to help you explore the routes your child could take for their career.<\/p>\n<p>Pupils will use My World of Work with their SDS Careers Adviser at school as they build their\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/my-career-options\/what-are-career-management-skills-and-how-can-they-help-you\"><strong>Career Management Skills<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>You can find more information on how to support them in making\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/parents\"><strong>important career decisions<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/parents\"><strong>myworldofwork.co.uk\/parents<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for more information or contact your child\u2019s school Careers Adviser.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Exam results \u2013 what next?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Whether you are waiting for your exam results to arrive or you already have them, Scotland\u2019s careers service Skills Development Scotland is there to help you<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/\"><strong>My World of Work<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is packed with information to help you with your next steps.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s also loads of advice for parents and carers, including practical steps to support your child in the run up to results day and in the days after.<\/p>\n<p>SDS\u2019 Exam Results Helpline opens on results day on 0808 100 8000. Qualified SDS Careers Advisers will be there to discuss what\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n<p>You can get information on UCAS Clearing, resits and appeals. You can also talk to us about other options, such as doing an Apprenticeship.<\/p>\n<p>Visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/examresults\"><strong>myworldofwork.co.uk\/examresults<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n<p>Remember your Skills Development Scotland Careers Adviser is on hand at school to talk to you about your options or drop in to one of our careers centres to get support and information on what to do next.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Social media<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Here is a list of our social media channels which provides the latest content and related services from My World of Work and \u2013 ideal for pupils and parents.<\/p>\n<p>If your school is using any of these channels, please follow us and share.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myworldofwork.co.uk\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8925 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/er\/MearnsCastle\/files\/2018\/06\/my_world2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"170\" height=\"174\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Facebook\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myworldofwork\/\"><strong>@myworldofwork<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>facebook.com\/myworldofwork<\/p>\n<p><strong>Twitter\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/mywowscotland\"><strong>@mywowscotland<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>twitter.com\/mywowscotland<\/p>\n<p><strong>Instagram<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mywowscotland\/\"><strong>@mywowscotland<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>instagram.com\/mywowscotland<\/p>\n<p><strong>YouTube<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/myworldofwork\"><strong>My World of Work<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>youtube.com\/user\/myworldofwork<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apprenticeships.scot\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8923\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/er\/MearnsCastle\/files\/2018\/06\/job.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"173\" height=\"165\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Twitter<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/apprentice_scot\"><strong>@apprenticeships_scot<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>twitter.com\/apprentice_scot<\/p>\n<p><strong>Instagram\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/apprentice_scot\/\"><strong>@apprentice_scot<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>instagram.com\/apprentice_scot<\/p>\n<p><strong>YouTube<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCKEH9FdVLyMYKI2c4pNqjPA\"><strong>Scottish Apprenticeships<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>youtube.com\/channel\/UCKEH9FdVLyMYKI2c4pNqjPA<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0My World of Work &nbsp; Skills Development Scotland &nbsp; Applying for College and University Use the\u00a0course choice tool\u00a0on My World of Work to search for options. It offers information on the latest college, university and training places in Scotland. \u00a0Ready to apply for college? 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