Diplomas are the new qualifications for 14 to19 year olds which are now being introduced at three levels. Sitting alongside GCSEs and A levels, they provide an opportunity to gain general knowledge and skills in an applied context.

Employers have been actively involved in the development of the new qualifications, so you will gain not only knowledge of a particular sector or subject (known as lines of learning), but also vital skills such as literacy, numeracy and IT skills, along with the ability to think, interact and communicate at a high level.

There's a wealth of information about the Diploma on the CILT website. You could also have a look at our fantastic selection of Languages Work postcards that refer to the employment sectors covered by the Diploma - and offer warnings about how you can get ahead in a whole range of sectors by learning a language.