Economy Minister Conor Murphy has encouraged those receiving exam results, and their parents/carers, to contact his Department’s Careers Service and avail of the free, professional, impartial advice and guidance offered.
With A level results being published today and GSCE results following on 22 August, the Minister said: “It is important that young people receiving their exam results today 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 today, 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 said: “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.
Careers Advisers can also be contacted by webchat or email by going to nidirect at https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/campaigns/careers