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Careers & Progression

Wondering what’s next after College?

Discover career progression advice to help you in your next steps after studying at EKC Broadstairs College.

Our services include:

  • Tailored course advice and guidance
  • Careers advice and planning
  • Advanced Learner Loan advice
  • Individual progression support
  • Range of workshops for Level 2, 3 and HE students
  • University advice and UCAS application support

We also hold a series of guidance sessions where you can book an appointment to speak to an advisor about a range of topics including career progression, funding advice, course guidance and support services.

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Gatsby Benchmarks

We follow the Gatsby Benchmarks for good Career Guidance, which aligns with our Compass Evaluation goals. These benchmarks are:

  1. A stable careers programme
  2. Learning from career and labour market information
  3. Addressing the needs of each pupil
  4. Linking curriculum learning to careers.
  5.  Encounters with employers and employees.
  6. Experiences of workplaces.
  7.  Encounters with further and higher education.
  8.  Personal guidance

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Contact us

To find out more about what support servivces we offer, you can contact our support team:

  • via email: support.services@eastkent.ac.uk
  • by calling 01843 605040
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We’re part of six community-based colleges

Our mission is to play a leading role for East Kent in developing the economic and social prosperity of the diverse communities we serve.