In House Training
There are still a number of companies and other organisations which take on young people with A levels or the equivalent and which offer them part-time academic training leading to relevant professional qualifications, some of which are regarded as the equivalent of a first degree. Examples include the Armed Forces and emergency services, the Merchant Navy, retail, hotel and catering, IT, accountancy, estate agencies, and certain branches of the Law. Another option is the modern style of apprenticeships.