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A modern career service innovating for the future
Scotland’s Career Service continues to develop to meet the needs of Scotland’s communities, helping people thrive in a changing world.
Pupil career aspirations broadening to meet opportunities
SDS nationwide study shows that jobs in engineering and construction, medical and healthcare and creative industries are top choices for senior phase pupils.
Careers to shape the future
Scottish Careers Week returns to spotlight Scotland's range of industries and opportunities and the support to help people thrive.
Young Scots looking to jobs in health, creative industries and engineering
11,000 young people share career aspirations in Skills Development Scotland research.
Help shape Scottish Careers Week 2024
A national campaign that shines a light on the life changing support offered by Scotland’s career services will return with the launch of Scottish Careers Week from 11 to 15 November.
Shetland pupils become apprentices for the day
Young Shetlanders experienced the benefits of Modern Apprenticeships in a project aimed at tackling gender stereotypes in work.
Parents Doubt Power To Persuade Children About Careers
New research shows that parents are way more influential than they think they are when it comes to education, jobs and training.
Scottish Careers Week Launches For Third Year
The third annual Scottish Careers Week takes place from the 13th to the 17th of November 2023.
SkillsScotland comes to Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow
SDS will join employers, training providers and education at SkillsScotland this November.
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