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23 June 2023

Survey seeks sector feedback to develop Land use apprenticeships

The views of those working in Scotland’s Land use sector are needed to support the development of apprenticeships for the industry.

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07 June 2023

Review of skills landscape published

Scottish Government has published the report and recommendations from the Independent Review of the Skills Delivery Landscape.

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23 May 2023

Highest ever number of Modern Apprentices in Scotland

More than 25,000 new Modern Apprenticeships were created by Scotland’s employers in the past year, surpassing the Scottish Government ambition and helping apprenticeship job creation move closer to pre-pandemic levels.

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28 April 2023

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion – Mainstreaming Report Published

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion – Mainstreaming Report Published

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04 April 2023

Hunt For New Chair Of National Digital Skills Group

Hunt For New Chair Of National Digital Skills Group

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23 December 2022

Statement on 2022-23 apprenticeship funding SDS statement on 2022-23 apprenticeship funding

SDS statement on 2022-23 apprenticeship funding, updated 22 December 2022

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20 December 2022

Employers show demand for Graduate Apprenticeships supporting learners across Scotland

Employers are increasingly taking on Graduate Apprentices to secure new talent and get the skills they need while creating opportunities for young people.

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20 December 2022

Apprenticeship Awards winner Samir's prize project

Former Scottish Apprentice of the Year Samir Khan-Young has co-designed a flagship national award celebrating innovative manufacturers who champion fair work and inclusivity.

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15 December 2022

Apprenticeships unlocking potential for awards finalists

Awards finalists announced to help launch Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2023.

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15 December 2022

SDS team up with Edge on future of apprenticeships

Experts have set out how apprenticeship systems can be improved to meet current and future skills demands in a collaboration between Skills Development Scotland and the Edge Foundation.