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Workforce North event spotlights Highland economy
EMPLOYERS and educators from across the Highlands have gathered to hear how a new initiative is aiming to transform the region’s economy.
Innovative partnership to plant seed in pupils about gaining green skills
A partnership between Skills Development Scotland (SDS), Bertha Park High School and The James Hutton Institute is helping teachers educate young people about skills and careers to support the climate transition.
Action plan targets growth of Highlands and Islands workforce
A Plan to ensure the Highlands maximises the benefits of billions of pounds in infrastructure investment has been launched by Deputy First Minster Kate Forbes.
Hitachi investment supports Scotland's energy transition
GLASGOW will be the home of a new Engineering Centre of Excellence after Hitachi announced plans for a new investment.
Search launched for Scotland’s top apprentices
National skills agency opens entries for Scottish Apprenticeship Awards
Leadership changes to Scottish Apprenticeship Advisory Board’s Employer Equalities Group
A leading industry representative and a former apprentice have taken up new leadership positions within SAAB's Employer Equalities Group.
SAAB reports progress to support national skills priorities within reform period
Scottish Apprenticeship Advisory Board (SAAB) Chair’s End of Year Report from the Apprenticeship Approvals Group (AAG)
New plan for Forth Valley focuses on growing talent
An action plan to help more people find work, improve skills and boost growth across Forth Valley has been launched.
Mentoring pilot launched to support care experienced apprentices
Skills Development Scotland and MCR Pathways have joined to launch a pilot scheme offering free mentoring to care experienced Modern Apprentices.
Survey seeks Social Work sector feedback to develop degree level apprenticeship
The views of employers and stakeholders within Social Work are needed to help develop a new Graduate Apprenticeship for the sector.
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