Skills such as reading, writing and numeracy
are essential for the world of work. If you're aged 16 to 19 our
Get Ready for Work programme can help you improve your vocational
and core skills, fill any knowledge gaps and boost your overall
employability.
Our Get Ready for Work team will work closely with you for up to
six months. Then, once you feel ready to put what you've learned
into practice, you'll be given a temporary work experience
placement with a business relevant to your interests and
skills.
A Get Ready for Work training provider will support you
throughout your placement, so you'll always have an expert
available to chat to about your experience and answer any queries.
And you never know - you may even end up with a permanent job at
the end of your placement.
If you take part on a full-time basis you will receive a
training allowance and may be eligible to claim travel costs.
Contact your local Careers Scotland centre or call
the Careers Scotland helpline on
0845 8 502 502 to find out about
getting ready for work.