Post-16 Careers | T-Levels, BTECs & NVQs | Vocational Qualifications Q&A

Choosing to Study T-Levels, BTECs, NVQs or Vocational Qualifications | College & Training Provider Open Event

Join us live for a complete introduction to choosing to study T-Levels, BTECs, NVQs or Vocational Qualifications in September 2026. You’ll hear from the Admissions and Careers Teams at local colleges and training providers to explain more about the courses and qualifications available, the application process, entry requirements, facilities and pastoral support, what happens on results day, enrolment and more.

We’ll also be joined by local employers to explain more about T-Levels – including how to apply and the work placements on offer.

You'll have the opportunity to get hints and tips, expert advice and insider know-how, and you can even submit your own question in our live chat box.

Evening Live Q&A Open Event – Ideal for Parents, Carers, Students and more

It’s really important to get talking about your options for when you leave secondary school. This one-hour online open event is designed for students, parents and carers, teachers and advisors who want to know more about choosing the vocational or technical qualifications route and the applications process for students who'll be starting with a college or a training provider in September 2026. The event is being hosted by Stockport Council and Stockport Jobs Match as part of Post-16 Careers Week 2025.

Guest speakers on the evening will include:

• Stockport College
• Cheadle College
• The Manchester College
• The Growth Company (GC Education & Skills)
• Pure College
• Employers - TBC

Why attend? What we'll discuss

Whether you've recently attended a college or training provider open event and have follow-up questions, are ready to start the application process and want more information, or are still in the process of making key decisions, this event is for you.

During the event, you'll learn about:

• How to apply for T-Levels, BTECs, NVQs and Vocational Qualifications and deadlines for applications
• What to include in your application form - including evidence, references and personal statements
• How decisions are made and top tips to help you stand out
• Entry requirements and course selection
• When to expect a response and what to do next
• What happens on Results Day, confirming your place and missing the grades
• Enrolment process and preparing to start college
• Key FAQs from starting your work placement to assessments

About the Event

This is event is delivered by Stockport Jobs Match on behalf of Stockport Council. The host for the evening will be Caroline Patten, Director at Grassroots Recruitment, who will provide a short introduction to the webinar and key guest speakers, as well as moderating the Q&A chat. Your event invitation will be sent directly from Grassroots, but should you have any questions about the event please contact info@stockport-jobsmatch.co.uk