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Increased funding for Modern Apprenticeships
£8.8m boost to Modern Apprenticeship contribution rates announced
Fraser engineers his own career story
New podcast episode with Scotland’s Apprentice of the Year
Scottish Apprenticeships Powered by Potential
Search for Scotland's top apprentices launches countdown to Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2027
Shape the Future with Scottish Careers Week 2026
National campaign returns 9 to 13 November, bringing educators, employers, career practitioners, partners and communities together to inspire people across Scotland to explore their future.
Career Stories: From Sierra Leone to Scotland
Secondary School English teacher and author, Foday Mannah talks about his role in education as well as his blossoming writing career.
Innovative pilot fund to boost workforce growth across Highlands and Islands
New fund to help employers across the Highlands and Islands prepare for workforce opportunities linked to £100 billion of expected investment over the next decade.
Professor David Hillier announced as SDS Interim Chair
The Scottish Government has announced that Professor David Hillier has been appointed the new Interim Chair of SDS.
Helpline Ready to Support Thousands of Young Scots on Results Day
A dedicated results helpline will open tomorrow (Tuesday, 4 August at 8am) to support around 148,000 Scottish pupils and students as their Qualifications Scotland results certificates are delivered.
Career Stories with Màiri McAllan MSP
The Cabinet Secretary for Education, Culture and Gaelic joins us for a special Results Helpline focused episode of the show.
Results Helpline 2026 - help us spread the word!
Results Day 2026 is Tuesday 4 August and Skills Development Scotland (SDS) is asking our partners and stakeholders to help raise awareness of the Results Helpline at this crucial time for young people, parents and carers.