Turning 18: pathways and plans

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09 March 2010The longitudinal Life Chances Study has followed some 140 young people from diverse backgrounds since they were infants. This report documents the altest stage of the project.

In 2008 the Life Chances group turned 18: many finished school, while others were already launched into the world beyond. This Stage 9 report examines their Year 12 completion and their ENTER scores, and also provides important glimpses into the lives of young Australians at a key point of transition, from school to university, TAFE, apprenticeships, work and, for some, unemployment. The report considers some implications for the social inclusion policy agenda.

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Publication typeReport
Publisher TypeAPO Member, Non government organisation
CoverageAustralia
Permanent URLhttp://apo.org.au/node/20651
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