CLASS

CRET’s Life After School Sessions

Helping learners plan for life beyond high school

Leaving school is one of the biggest milestones in a young person’s life, exciting but also filled with questions and uncertainty.
That is why CRET created CLASS (CRET’s Life After School Sessions), a career guidance initiative designed for Grade 10 to 12 learners.

Through CLASS, we help young people explore their career options, prepare for the transition from school to adulthood, and gain confidence in planning their next steps, whether that is university, college, vocational training, entrepreneurship, or employment.

Your future starts now, and we are here to help you plan it.

Why Career Guidance Matters

Choosing a career path can be overwhelming, especially when learners face pressure from family expectations, financial constraints, or uncertainty about what is possible.

Career guidance helps young people

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+ Discover their strengths, passions, and skills

+ Understand different study and career pathways

+ Make informed decisions based on interest, not pressure

+ Build confidence and self-awareness

+ Prepare for the realities and responsibilities of life after school

As part of the CLASS initiative, CRET has developed a Career Guidance Booklet, a practical resource that helps learners and their guardians navigate post-school choices.

This guide provides

+ Insights into different career and education options

+ Links to free career assessment tools and bursary information

+ Guidance for both learners and their parents/guardians

+ Realistic discussions on mental health, financial management, and adapting to change

Benefits of using the booklet

+ Encourages self-discovery through reflection activities

+ Helps learners plan for applications and funding

+ Provides reliable local resources like NSFAS, TVET colleges, and learnership opportunities

+ Builds career readiness and emotional resilience

At CRET, we believe every young person deserves the tools and support to succeed, no matter their background. Through CLASS and the Life After School Guidebook, we aim to help learners dream boldly, plan wisely, and step confidently into their future.