Foundation Apprenticeships are a fantastic opportunity for S4 and S5 students in East Lothian. They provide pupils with valuable work experience while gaining a qualification at SCQF Level 6 (equivalent to a Higher). They help build skills and knowledge to assist them in entering into:
- The job market
- A Modern Apprenticeship
- A Graduate Apprenticeship
- College or University
Foundation Apprenticeships take two years to complete. Students typically spend the first year of the programme working in a classroom-based setting to complete the National Progression Award (NPA), and spend the second year undertaking work experience with local employers in their industry of choice.
The course takes place on a Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, and does not interfere with any other subjects students may wish to choose as part of their subject choicing.
The course has been designed to address areas where there is a demand for skilled workers. Therefore this ensures that the students have the knowledge and expertise to succeed in future job opportunities. East Lothian Works currently offers four frameworks.
Accountancy
Students will learn about recording financial accounting information and bookkeeping, management accounting, and preparing financial information, amongst other subject areas.
Current employers we work with include:
- East Lothian Council Accountancy department
- Trainline
- Enjoy Leisure
Business Skills
Students will learn about management and business priorities across the industry, such as: working with IT software, managing people and finance, and contemporary business issues. They will learn how to plan, manage, and improve their own performance within the business and administration sector.
Current employers we work with include:
- FES Group
- Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce
- Scottish Seabird Centre
Scientific Technologies
Students will learn about the development of new medicines, bioinformatics, medical technologies, as well as how the industry can contribute to society through improving people’s health, wellbeing, and quality of life.
Current employers we work with include:
- Charles River Laboratories
- Scotland’s Rural College
- University of Edinburgh
Social Services Children and Young People
Students will learn about the safeguarding of children, as well as how to develop, interact, and play with young people.
Current employers we work with include:
- Almond Park Nursery
- Aberlady Nursery
- Dunbar Nursery
If you are interested in undertaking a Foundation Apprenticeship, please speak to your Guidance Teacher and choose it as one of your subject choices. If you would like more information, please email elworks@eastlothian.gov.uk and we would be happy to help. You can also find us on social media:
Twitter – @el_works
Facebook – facebook.com/eastlothianworks
