Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2026

Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2026 take place between 2nd – 6th March and is a celebration of apprenticeships across Scotland.

The week recognises the contribution apprenticeships make in helping young people develop skills, gain qualifications and progress into sustained employment.

Apprenticeships provide a valuable alternative pathway to further and higher education. They enable individuals to earn a salary while working towards nationally recognised qualifications, while gaining meaningful, real-world industry experience.

Types of Apprenticeships

There are several apprenticeship pathways available:

  • Foundation Apprenticeships: available to pupils in the senior phase

  • Modern Apprenticeships:  employment-based learning across a wide range of sectors

  • Graduate Apprenticeships;  degree-level study combined with employment

Apprenticeships are available in many sectors including health and social care, engineering, construction, business, digital technologies and MORE!!

 DYW

Our DYW Support Officer, Mrs McIntosh, is based in the Pastoral Base and is available to provide guidance to pupils interested in apprenticeships and other vocational pathways. Mrs McIntosh can support learners with:

  • Exploring suitable apprenticeship opportunities

  • Accessing current vacancies

  • Application and CV preparation

  • Interview preparation

  • Engagement with local employers

Pupils are encouraged to speak with Mrs McIntosh directly or arrange a meeting to discuss their future plans.

In-School Careers Advice

In addition, our Skills Development Scotland Careers Advisers are available within school to support pupils with career planning

Careers Advisers from Skills Development Scotland offer professional guidance and can support pupils with:

  • Career exploration and subject choices

  • Apprenticeship, college and university pathways

  • Applications

  • Employment planning

Pupils can request an appointment with a Careers Adviser at any time throughout the school year.

Apprenticeships in Scotland can be found here: www.apprenticeship.scot

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