News & events
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Parent and Carers' Survey 2025/26
Parent and Carers' Survey 2025/26
Parliament passes Tertiary Education and Training Bill
Scottish Parliament has passed the Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) Bill which will bring together funding for all post-school education, including apprenticeships and national training programmes, into a redesigned Scottish Funding Council.
Industry guides on definition of Scottish Apprenticeships
Scotland’s apprenticeship system has been further strengthened by enhanced principles and guidance.
New plan for Tayside sets ambitious agenda for regional growth
An action plan to help the workforce of the Tay Cities region benefit from Scotland’s rapidly-changing economy has been launched.
Scottish Apprenticeships Working for Scotland
A national campaign to show the positive impact of Scottish Apprenticeships on people, employers and Scotland’s economy will take place in March 2026.
Career Stories podcast - new episode
The ninth episode of the podcast is out today!
Five new appointments to SDS Board
Five new appointments to the Skills Development Scotland Board have been announced by Scottish Government.
Scotland’s first Graduate Apprentices in Social Work
A new pilot Graduate Apprenticeship in Social Work has been launched.
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.