Learning providers should visit the Modern Apprenticeships page.
An apprentice is someone who:
- is employed
- is learning on-the-job
- earns a wage from day one
- works towards an industry-recognised qualification.
There are a range of social service apprenticeships. They are a good way of starting a career but there are also opportunities for experienced workers looking to progress.
Apprenticeships generally include a primary qualification, an SVQ, and extra learning opportunities in core skills or career skills depending on the SCQF level. Here are the available apprenticeships. You can read more about them on our career pathways website or visit our main apprenticeship page.
- Foundation Apprenticeship Social Services and Healthcare at SCQF level 6
- Foundation Apprenticeship Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF level 6
- Modern Apprenticeship Social and Healthcare at SCQF level 6 or 7
- Modern Apprenticeship Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF level 7
- Technical Apprenticeship Social Services and Healthcare at SCQF level 9
- Technical Apprenticeship Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF level 9
- Professional Apprenticeships Care Services Leadership and Management at SCQF level 10
Foundation apprenticeships are available to secondary school pupils. Speak to your careers adviser to find out more.
The best place to look for modern apprenticeship vacancies is www.apprenticeship.scot. Search for ‘Social Services and Healthcare’ or ‘Social Services (Children and Young People)’.
If you’re interested in a technical or professional apprenticeship you should speak to your employer.