Have you recently started college or sixth form and are now wondering if you've made the right decision? The important thing to remember is not to rush into a decision you might later regret.
Take your time to....
- Understand why you're having doubts. Is it the college / school environment or the course?
- Reflect on how this makes you feel. Are you unhappy or just bored with the course?
- Consider the consequences of leaving a course. Would leaving the course affect your career goal?
Take a look at the support available
Take a look at the most common reasons people have doubts about their course and get advice on what to do.
Get help and advice to navigate through the start of a new course, dealing with nerves and pressures, finances, and planning your time.
Before you make the final decision to leave college, take a look at the support available from Careers Wales. This link will take you to an external site.
Take a look at our top 3 tips to support your child if they are thinking of leaving college.
If you are still unsure and would like to talk to us, contact for more help and support.
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This free, online, interactive training will help you build the skills and confidence you need to choose the right career, find a job and be successful in the workplace.
Use the code from Careers Wales to get started.