Apprenticeships

This page is designed to support you when applying for an Apprenticeship  

What is an Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeship Overview Powerpoint Slides

Where do you do an Apprenticeship?

With an Employer.  Alongside this you will have Apprenticeship training which may include working with a College or University.

Who becomes an Apprentice?

Anyone can become an Apprentice!  As long as they want to and they do the work.

Why do people do Apprenticeships?

  • To get paid
  • To build the skills that employers are looking for
  • To get a job
  • They really like a topic and want to take it further
  • They want to learn something new by doing the job
  • They want a new experience and to meet new people
  • They don’t want to continue with full time education (but do want to keep on learning and get more qualifications)

What do you do as an Apprentice?

  • Become an employee
  • Meet new people
  • Work towards a qualification
  • Build confidence
  • Enhance your CV
  • Learn new skills and gain hands-on experience

What type of Apprenticeship is for me?

Foundation Apprenticeship

For School Pupils – > Work experience with an Employer – > Helps you find a job

Modern Apprenticeship

Available to you after School – > Get Paid – > Gain more qualifications – > Be employed

Graduate Apprenticeship

Available to you after School – > Same level as University – > Get Paid – > No University costs – > Be employed

Do you like the sound of this, could an Apprenticeship be for you?

Speak to your DYW Support Officer: Mrs L McIntosh (Located in the pastoral office)

You can stay up to date on all apprenticeship opportunities by visiting the following website:

www.apprenticeships.scot