Your career in the sport and outdoor sectors
Discover what career opportunities are available to you after graduating from Rockley College
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So, you have decided that A-Levels are not for you and you want to take a more vocational route. You know that sport is your passion and you love the outdoors. Now it's the not so simple choice of choosing which college to go to.
When it comes to making the right choice, there are many factors to consider. Here are the top 3 reasons why you should consider Rockley:
1. FREE TRAINING WORTH UP TO £4000
Yes – a huge advantage of studying at Rockley is that we offer free optional training worth up to a staggering £4000. Our unique training programme allows you to upskill and work towards a range of National Governing Body and in-house qualifications in both water and land based activities. . Yes you have to make the effort to attend these weekly sessions but they are definitely worth the effort. Many of our students graduate with their RYA Dinghy Instructor, Windsurf Instructor and Paddleboard Instructor qualifications as well as many land-based ones.
2. YOUR CAMPUS IS ON THE BEACH
All our classroom lectures and water-based practical teaching take place at our Rockley Point campus on the beach! With excellent facilities and equipment and direct access to the beach, this truly is a unique college environment.
This is a real pull for students who are looking to break away from a conventional college environment. And during a time where Mental Health is at the forefront of our minds, our unique location has proven to provide a really positive and encouraging learning environment.
3. REAL LIFE LEARNING – BALANCING CLASSROOM AND PRACTICAL TRAINING
Everything we do at Rockley is based on real life situations. You will be immersed in a work environment allowing you to further develop your understanding of the outdoor industry. This type of practical learning perfectly compliments our classroom teaching.
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Remember.....
When it comes to making your next step, make sure you…..
- PLAN AHEAD
Time goes fast so make sure you have enough time to visit the colleges you want to explore - ATTEND OPEN DAYS
Make sure you visit all your preferred colleges. Having the right ‘feel’ for the place where you are going to spend at least the next two years is really important - ASK QUESTIONS
It’s your future and it's natural for you to have lots of questions - don't be afraid to ask them - SEEK ADVICE
From family, friends, teachers. There are people there to help you