Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2024 takes place from Monday 4 March – Friday 8 March 2024. It is a nationwide celebration of apprenticeships. It's a time when everyone can promote the benefits of work-based learning to people, employers and Scotland.
At Knox Academy, our My World of Work Pupil Ambassadors will be delivering a presentation on Apprenticeships to S3 and S4 pupils on Friday 8 March 2024.
Further information and links to events taking place during the week can be found at:
Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2024 | Events across Scotland (apprenticeships.scot)
Please note the following events:
Daily, 4 to 8 March, online
These are inspirational talks from apprentices. Up to four 30-minute online sessions will run each day between 4 and 8 March, taking place at 9:45am, 10:45am, 11:45am and 1:45pm.
Understanding Scotland’s apprentices
Tuesday 5 March, 4:00pm to 5:00pm, Microsoft Teams
This webinar will brings you new research from Skills Development Scotland. Hear insight from thousands of Foundation, Modern and Graduate Apprentices on their apprenticeship. You'll also find out what’s happened to those who have completed their apprenticeship. This ongoing work ensures that the apprentice voice remains at the heart of the system.
Apprenticeships from a Parent’s Point of View
06/03/2024
In this one hour online event for parents and carers, hear parents explain why an apprenticeship has been life changing for their child, sharing how they have been supported to achieve and succeed on an apprenticeship. Find out about Foundation, Modern and Graduate Apprenticeships – where to get more information, the help provided while taking one and how to find one. There’ll be more examples of how young people have been supported through their apprenticeships. An apprentice employer will also share what they look for in a young person when recruiting and why apprenticeships are vital in developing individuals and their workforce.
Company: Skills Development Scotland and National Parent Forum of Scotland
Contact: Skills Development Scotland
Event time: 18:30
If you have any questions, please see Mr Flood.
