Central Bedfordshire College | Courses in Luton, Dunstable and Bedfordshire

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Matrix-Accredited Impartial Careers Advice & Guidance

We understand that your time with us is a stepping stone to your future career, and we are committed to providing you with high-quality, impartial and accurate Careers advice and guidance.

Our qualified, friendly and knowledgeable Careers Advisors are on hand to help you discover the range of options available to you, whether you are a current, past or prospective student.

In addition to our Careers Team, you will have access to relevant external agencies and advisors, to ensure you receive the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Through the Careers Team you will have access to a variety of services and support including:

Careers workshops
Dedicated 1:1 appointment with a qualified Careers Advisor
CV writing & interview skills
Labour market information to ensure you can make informed career choices
Careers resources including CV templates, personal statement tips and UCAS application tools
Job search assistance including part-time, full time, volunteer opportunities and apprenticeships
Careers fairs with opportunities to meet employers

You will also have access to the wealth of industry-specific knowledge that comes from your Tutors, and with this, you will receive a programme of careers education within your course to ensure that you are well informed of the opportunities within your chosen industry. You will experience guest speakers, industry trips and learn employability skills and much more within your Personal Professional Development sessions to make sure that you can make informed, motivated decisions about your future career.

Have a chat with our Careers Advisors

Available: Monday- Thursday from 8.30am -5.00pm and from 8.30am - 4pm on Fridays

To book an individual appointment you can:

a) Email the team on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

b) Contact our Student Services Help Desk on 01582 477776 and press 5 to be directed to the Careers Office.

The team are available throughout the year and can help you decide what to do even before you join the College.
Parents and guardians are also welcome to attend.

Our Careers Lead is Liz Coughlin - Head of Apprenticeships & Work Placements

CBC Careers Activity Programme 2021-22