56: Gap years: What is a gap year and should our teens take one?

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I'd never heard of a Gap Year until I took one, but it was life-changing; in a good way.

Whether your teen is starting out at senior school, or about to hit a transition year, it's worth talking with them about whether taking a gap in their education or work life is a good thing, because the earlier and more they think about what they might like to achieve the more they might get out of it. 

In this episode we discuss:

• When is the best time to take a gap year? 
• The benefits and the drawbacks. 
• How to structure and plan a gap year.
• Transitioning back to home and school after you've been away.

 
RESOURCES:
Www.gapyearassociation.com
https://www.abroadinjapan.com
https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/work-experience-and-internships/internships#how-do-i-find-internships-in-the-uk
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https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/gap-year/7-steps-to-the-ultimate-gap-year
https://www.forbes.com/advisor/education/what-to-do-in-gap-year/
https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/10236-productive-gap-year.html
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https://gapforce.org/gb/why-take-gap-year
https://medium.com/illumination/thinking-of-taking-a-gap-year-think-again-85714e18e8b
https://www.rasmussen.edu/student-experience/college-life/taking-a-gap-year/

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