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Paths to careers: a parent’s guide

Get advice on supporting your child with their career choices, on making decisions about university and on employer programmes with the free updated Paths to Careers guide developed by Target Careers with Mumsnet. 

The guide:

  • introduces and explains all the options/routes post-18
  • covers career paths within many of the UK’s largest industries
  • details the pros and cons of each route
  • shares career stories of young professionals 
  • includes practical advice for parents on where to go for careers information, who to speak to and how you can best support your child in making decisions.

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