Menu
19/08/2024
Free Careers Advice Available For NI's Young People
Young people who have received, or are waiting to receive, exam results have been urged to avail of free, professional, impartial advice and guidance offered by NI Direct.
Last week young people across Northern Ireland received their A Level results, and GCSE results are to be delivered on Thursday (22 August).
Calling on young people and their parents and guardians to make use of the free Careers Service, Economy Minister Conor Murphy said: "It is important that young people receiving their exam results know that professional advice is available to help them navigate the next stage of their career journey."
The Minister continued: "Whatever results you have received ... my Department's Careers Service can outline the wide range of opportunities available, based on the most up-to-date labour market information.
"I want to wish all students best wishes for the future and reassure you the Careers Service is ready to support you on your next steps."
Deputy Head of the Careers Service Christina Kelly added: "I would like to encourage students to avail of professional careers advice to ensure any decisions they make on their future are well informed. The Department for the Economy's Careers Service can offer impartial advice and guidance on career pathways including further and higher education, training and employment, including apprenticeships, higher level apprenticeships and traineeships, as well as help and guidance on applying for employment, either full-time or whilst studying.
"Students and their parents/carers can contact the Careers Service using a range of methods including telephone, email and webchat.
"I would also like offer my very best wishes to those either receiving or waiting for their results and reassure you that the Careers Service is ready to help you access the path best suited to help you reach your career ambitions."
For immediate advice and guidance please contact the Careers Service by calling 0300 200 7820, lines are open 9:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.
You can contact a Careers Adviser by webchat or email on the nidirect website.
Last week young people across Northern Ireland received their A Level results, and GCSE results are to be delivered on Thursday (22 August).
Calling on young people and their parents and guardians to make use of the free Careers Service, Economy Minister Conor Murphy said: "It is important that young people receiving their exam results know that professional advice is available to help them navigate the next stage of their career journey."
The Minister continued: "Whatever results you have received ... my Department's Careers Service can outline the wide range of opportunities available, based on the most up-to-date labour market information.
"I want to wish all students best wishes for the future and reassure you the Careers Service is ready to support you on your next steps."
Deputy Head of the Careers Service Christina Kelly added: "I would like to encourage students to avail of professional careers advice to ensure any decisions they make on their future are well informed. The Department for the Economy's Careers Service can offer impartial advice and guidance on career pathways including further and higher education, training and employment, including apprenticeships, higher level apprenticeships and traineeships, as well as help and guidance on applying for employment, either full-time or whilst studying.
"Students and their parents/carers can contact the Careers Service using a range of methods including telephone, email and webchat.
"I would also like offer my very best wishes to those either receiving or waiting for their results and reassure you that the Careers Service is ready to help you access the path best suited to help you reach your career ambitions."
For immediate advice and guidance please contact the Careers Service by calling 0300 200 7820, lines are open 9:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.
You can contact a Careers Adviser by webchat or email on the nidirect website.
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
18 August 2023
Young People Urged To Take Advantage Of Free Careers Advice Service
Young people receiving exam results have been urged to make use of the free impartial advice and guidance offered by the Careers Service of the Department for the Economy. Students received their A-level on 17 August, with GCSE results to follow on 24 August.
Young People Urged To Take Advantage Of Free Careers Advice Service
Young people receiving exam results have been urged to make use of the free impartial advice and guidance offered by the Careers Service of the Department for the Economy. Students received their A-level on 17 August, with GCSE results to follow on 24 August.
18 August 2022
Young People Encouraged To Access Free Impartial Careers Advice
Young people receiving their results, and their parents/carers, are being encouraged to make use of the impartial advice and guidance offered by the Department for the Economy's Careers Service.
Young People Encouraged To Access Free Impartial Careers Advice
Young people receiving their results, and their parents/carers, are being encouraged to make use of the impartial advice and guidance offered by the Department for the Economy's Careers Service.
16 August 2018
Students Urged To Make Use Of Careers Service
Students in need of advice after receiving their exam results are being encouraged to contact the Northern Ireland Careers Service (NICS).
Students Urged To Make Use Of Careers Service
Students in need of advice after receiving their exam results are being encouraged to contact the Northern Ireland Careers Service (NICS).
10 August 2021
Young People Receiving Exam Results Urged To Avail Of Free Career Guidance
Young people receiving A level and AS level results have been urged to make full use of the free guidance and assistance offered by the Department for the Economy's Careers Service.
Young People Receiving Exam Results Urged To Avail Of Free Career Guidance
Young people receiving A level and AS level results have been urged to make full use of the free guidance and assistance offered by the Department for the Economy's Careers Service.
17 January 2023
DfE Careers Services 'Ready To Help You Make The Right Choice'
The Careers Service from the Department for the Economy offers free career guidance to people of all ages, with professionally trained Advisers able to help you make informed decisions about education, training and employment.
DfE Careers Services 'Ready To Help You Make The Right Choice'
The Careers Service from the Department for the Economy offers free career guidance to people of all ages, with professionally trained Advisers able to help you make informed decisions about education, training and employment.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
