What Are Your Options After Finishing High School?

If you’re wondering what to do after high school, you’re not alone. Many young people tend to feel nervous and even a little overwhelmed at the thought of taking this next step. If you had to ask your mom, dad or even your teachers, they’ll probably tell you that they were also a bit confused at what to do once they finished matric. The good news is, there are so many exciting options available to you. Before you choose, you might want to sit down with your parents and discuss the following:

• Your hobbies 

• Your talents 

• Your dreams for the future

Once you’ve gone through those, take a look at these after school options and see which ones best suit you.

1) Study 

If your dream career relies on having a qualification behind you, why not start on the path to success by applying to join a tertiary institution? Whether it’s a degree, diploma or higher certificate that you need, you can’t go wrong with furthering yourself with some studies. Once you’ve decided which course you need, to work in your desired field, consider where you’d like to study. The options are vast and you might even want to venture to a new province to do so. 

2) Take a gap year  

Some students wondering what to do after high school often consider taking a gap year before committing to a job or a full-time study schedule. If you decide to take a gap year, you can travel, do a foreign exchange programme or even volunteer for a worthy cause that’s close to your heart. Many find that after taking the year off, they’re more sure of the career path they see themselves on in the future. However, it’s not for everyone though. 

3) Work 

Get a head start on gaining that valuable work experience by getting a job once you finish school. Not only does this look good on your CV, it’s also a foot in the door that could lead to awesome opportunities later on. If you’re uncertain on whether or not a certain industry is for you, working in it will help you decide if you’d like to be there later on in life. If not, you’ll still have time to redirect your interests and pursue something else. Plus, you’ll be making a salary which is a wonderful chance to start putting money away for your future.

4) Start a business

If you’ve got an entrepreneurial spirit, starting a business might be exactly what you were born to do. In today’s modern world, big ideas can yield big rewards so why not look into your opportunities and see what can be done? Some of the world’s most successful people started their own businesses. But be warned, being your own boss is tough and takes a lot of discipline. 

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No matter what your future holds, we’ll make sure you’re prepared for it. 

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