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Careers support helps Alex cultivate a bright future in forestry
When Alex Upton left school ongoing support from Skills Development Scotland careers advisers helped him secure a permanent post in a job he loves.

Trainee accountant David counts careers support as route to a bright future
Teenager David Kemp was planning for university as a step into finance until a chat with his school careers adviser showed he could bank on an accounting apprenticeship to earn a wage and gain a degree.

Life-changing careers support gave CJ the confidence for college
Aspiring artist CJ Edwards has a clearer picture of her future after career support at school transformed her life.

Ex-fisherman Calum nets new career thanks to local advice
After years of catching fish, 64 year old Calum Macdonald is now helping Stornoway locals who’ve caught nasty bugs, thanks to the help he got to change career.

Career advice gave Charly a renewed energy for her future
Teen Charly Simpson thought her future was floundering until help from her school careers adviser led to a dream career in engineering.

Support to career change made dream job a reality for Angela
Contacting a careers adviser after moving to a new area was life-changing for Angela Innes and her family.