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Cheerleader Kaci kick starts a career in food and drink after Foundation Apprenticeship
Taking a Food and Drink Foundation Apprenticeship at school has been the recipe for success for teen Kaci Newall, helping her pass other subjects and land a job.
Apprentice Katy uses new digital skills to boost production for drinks firm
Switched on Katy Wright put learning into practice on her apprenticeship when her new found digital skills boosted productivity for her firm.
Talented chef proves a Modern Apprenticeship is the recipe for success
Award winning chef Oliver Welch turned his passion for cooking into a career with an apprenticeship.
Sam’s growing business for country park thanks to Modern Apprenticeship
Ambitious Sam Anderson dug deep on her Modern Apprenticeship at a country park helping to boost team productivity and educate thousands of local children.
Ethan’s adding value to financial services firm through Modern Apprenticeship
Insurance apprentice Ethan Cheung took a proactive approach to protect his business by supporting staff and helping customers.
Travel guru Chase flying high from Modern Apprenticeship
Aberdeenshire’s Chase Zanoni is flying high making dream holidays a reality.
Modern Apprenticeship powers Alice’s career and Scotland’s net zero future
Modern Apprentice Alice Fairbairn is helping shape Scotland’s energy future while inspiring other women into careers in the sector.
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.
School Careers Adviser proves best counsel for talented teen
After ill health led to time off school, Largs teen Elita Smith thought her dream career in law was lost, until a careers adviser took on her case.