I Messed Up My A Levels - What Can I Do Now?

So you’ve just received your A Level results and they’re not what you expected – don’t fret! Thousands of students each year find themselves in this position and although you may be feeling like these results will determine the rest of your life, it doesn’t have to be that way.

Ultimately, A Levels are a small hurdle in the grand scheme of life, and there are plenty of exciting opportunities and options to choose from – even if you didn’t get the grades you wanted!

Can you get into uni with bad A Levels?

If you didn't get the A Level results you needed to get into your firm or insurance university choices, it may feel like a disaster but we promise it’s not! Thousands of university places are available each year through UCAS clearance, so take your time to explore what’s out there as you never know, something completely new might catch your eye.

Most importantly, don't rush - before you make an impulsive decision and scramble to get into any university that will take you, it's worth taking a moment to think about what you actually want to do with the next few years of your life and what will make you happy. On reflection, you may decide that learning a trade would suit you better than going to uni and getting a degree.

Why choose training over university?

Whether you have completely failed your A Levels or just missed the mark by a couple of points, there are plenty of training courses that you can take advantage of.

Training is a great way to build a marketable skill set, and while certain careers require a degree, a university education is far from a guarantee of future employment. Learning a trade is arguably a far better way to achieve job stability in modern-day Britain.

Every day, people throughout the UK rely on the expertise of tradespeople. Water, heat and electricity are among our most basic needs, and the people who ensure that these utilities are always available - plumbers, electricians, gas engineers and so on - will always be in demand.

Here are just a few reasons to choose a trade course over a university degree:

• No student loans
• Job stability
• Get qualified faster
• Start earning sooner

READ MORE: Trade vs University Degrees

Career options after A levels

Here at Access Training, we offer a range of comprehensive trade courses. We can help you to become a domestic electrician, a professional plumber, or even a Gas Safe engineer!

With our courses, you will receive unlimited online tuition, intensive practical training that fits around your existing commitments, plus 3 years of continuous career support! Whether you want to seek employment or start a business and be your own boss, we have the resources to support you throughout your career journey.

We have a strong belief that once you've finished your chosen course, you should be ready for work - and this is something we can guarantee. The sole purpose of our training courses is to provide you with the skills necessary to enjoy a successful career in an ever-thriving industry.

You can't put a price on a lifelong career.

Are you ready to take the next step?

If you're considering training for a new career, get in touch and we'll be more than happy to advise and guide you. Take your future into your own hands, and we'll guide you through the rest.

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