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Review of skills landscape published
Scottish Government has published the report and recommendations from the Independent Review of the Skills Delivery Landscape.
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.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion – Mainstreaming Report Published
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion – Mainstreaming Report Published
Hunt For New Chair Of National Digital Skills Group
Hunt For New Chair Of National Digital Skills Group
Statement on 2022-23 apprenticeship funding SDS statement on 2022-23 apprenticeship funding
SDS statement on 2022-23 apprenticeship funding, updated 22 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.
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.
Apprenticeships unlocking potential for awards finalists
Awards finalists announced to help launch Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2023.
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.
Report spotlights apprenticeships as crucial to tackling changes in the world of work
Automation, digitalisation, the green transition and demographic shifts offer opportunities for Scotland's apprenticeship system, according to a new report from an international economic agency.