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Foundation Apprenticeships - Software Development

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.HOW DOES IT WORK?.<br />

A <strong>Foundation</strong> Apprenticeship takes two years to complete,<br />

is the same level of learning as a Higher (SCQF level 6),<br />

and is one of your subject choices. As you work towards a<br />

qualification you will spend time out of school at college and<br />

with a local employer.<br />

.WHY DO IT?.<br />

Get the hands-on experience and skills that employers<br />

want<br />

• gain a qualification recognised by employers<br />

• work on real projects with local employers<br />

• Step into an exciting and growing industry that needs skilled<br />

people<br />

Broaden your options and get a head start in your career<br />

• Get a taste of your chosen career before you leave school<br />

while also getting your National 5s and Highers<br />

• Get option to apply accelerated entry to a Modern<br />

Apprenticeship after successfully completing your <strong>Foundation</strong><br />

Apprenticeship<br />

• Help your application and personal statement for college or<br />

university stand out from the crowd<br />

• Develop useful industry contacts and improve your job prospects<br />

after you leave school<br />

Try out a different way to learn out of the classroom and<br />

into a real workplace<br />

• Develop self-confidence, problem-solving and leadership skills<br />

• Meet people from other schools, college and the workplace<br />

• Take on more responsibility as a work colleague and team member

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