Education

2. A short piece of writing on a particular subject.
4. A set of related measures or activities with a particular long-term aim.
7. Enrol (someone) as a member or worker in an organization or as a supporter of a cause.
9. A set of pieces of creative work intended to demonstrate a person's ability to a potential employer.
10. (in the UK except Scotland) a qualification in a specific subject typically taken by school students aged 16–18, at a level above GCSE. The equivalent in Scotland is the Higher.
11. An oral examination of an applicant for a job, college place
13. A pass of an examination or an official completion of a course, especially one conferring status as a recognized practitioner of a profession or activity.
14. A point of entry or beginning.

1. A particular level of rank, quality, proficiency, or value.
3. Higher in position or status.
5. thing that is compulsory; a necessary condition.
6. An educational institution or establishment, in particular one providing higher education or specialized professional or vocational training.
8. A person who makes a formal application for something, especially a job.
12. An expression of readiness to do or give something if desired.