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Parents Doubt Power To Persuade Children About Careers
New research shows that parents are way more influential than they think they are when it comes to education, jobs and training.

New chapter for careers service in Shetland
Residents in Lerwick will soon benefit from changes to the careers service.

Scottish Careers Week Launches For Third Year
The third annual Scottish Careers Week takes place from the 13th to the 17th of November 2023.

New chapter for careers service in Kilmarnock
Residents in Kilmarnock will soon benefit from changes to the careers service.

New chapter for careers service in Fife
Residents in Cowdenbeath will soon benefit from changes to the careers service.

New chapter for careers service in Stirling
Residents in Stirling will soon benefit from changes to the careers service.

New chapter for careers service in Moray
Residents in Moray will soon benefit from changes to the careers service.

SkillsScotland comes to Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow
SDS will join employers, training providers and education at SkillsScotland this November.

What influences young people’s future plans?
Good pay is the most important factor for young people in their future job or career, according to new research.

New chapter for career service in Glenrothes and Levenmouth
New chapter for career service in Glenrothes and Levenmouth