Scottish Apprenticeships are for everyone no matter their background and for every business, no matter its size or sector. The Scottish Government acknowledges that an enthusiastic and trained workforce underpins Scotland's ambition for economic success.

Pauline Robertson, Skills Programme Manager at West College Scotland, talks about Modern Apprenticeships and how a workforce with sector specific skills can benefit employers and the economy:

Pauline explains,

“It is more important than ever to include Modern Apprenticeships within employers’ strategic plans to ensure we meet the current and future skills demands. Modern Apprentices have the fantastic opportunity to earn while they learn, gain on-the-job training and achieve nationally recognised qualifications. In order to realise the benefits that Modern Apprenticeships can deliver, we all need to continually raise awareness of the programme and the opportunities that exist for young people and employers.’

West College Scotland is a significant Foundation, Modern and Pre-Apprenticeship provider, working with a wide range of employers in various sectors.

Sharron Rodgers, Foundation Apprenticeship Manager explains that businesses benefit from supporting the Foundation Apprenticeship programme,

“Across all industries employers are seeing real value in supporting a Foundation Apprentice within their team. So many of our partners are looking at progressions to Modern and Graduate Apprenticeship opportunities to further support the learners’ developments.”

This week, West College Scotland will be promoting Scottish Apprenticeship Week by posting and sharing content on our social channels including articles, case studies and video content highlighting the journey of some of the apprentices at West College Scotland. Each day will focus on a different apprenticeship scheme and highlight the benefits offered from each level of the apprenticeship programmes. Keep your eyes peeled!