Description
This Foundation Apprenticeship introduces pupils to skills needed for a career in construction.
There's a broad range of opportunities for apprentices in construction. You can support the next generation to shape and build the world, whether on a building site or at a drawing board. And because there's a demand for construction professionals, your business can help fill the skills gap.
The qualification
SCQF Level 4 and 5
Young people are assessed throughout their Construction apprenticeship. They'll achieve a Foundation Apprenticeship (Group Award) in Construction, at SCQF Level 4 or Level 5. That includes:
- a National Progression Award in Construction at SCQF Level 4 or 5
- a Work-Based Challenge Unit at SCQF Level 4 or 5
The National Progression Award will cover a variety of units and may include:
- built environment
- 3D modelling
- carpentry and bench joinery
- painting and decorating
Entry requirements
It's expected that pupils will have an interest in the sector. They don't need formal qualifications for entry.
The pupil would select a Foundation Apprenticeship as a school subject choice. Then they'd go through a recruitment process arranged by the college, or other learning provider. It's great if you can get involved, too.
Progression and development
Pupils will get the skills to move from a Foundation Apprenticeship to a Modern Apprenticeship. They may decide to continue their education in school or at college.
Looking to hire? The Foundation Apprenticeship helps you spot talented pupils and assess their skills. You can do this on a longer term than a regular interview process allows.
Download Foundation Apprenticeship - Construction SCQF Level 4 framework document
Download Foundation Apprenticeship - Construction SCQF Level 5 framework document
Your role
As an employer, you can decide what level of involvement you have in the apprenticeship. You can discuss this with the college or other learning provider who's working with you.
There’s no financial cost to you as an employer because the learner is still at school. But investing your time can bring rewards, with access to talented young people in your workplace.
The project
Pupils from S3 to S6 can choose a Foundation Apprenticeship as one of their school subjects.
During the apprenticeship pupils work together on a project to meet a brief from a real client. Employers, supported by learning professionals, will provide a series of planned interventions. These will support:
- design, delivery and evaluation of the project
- the learner’s understanding of the industry and the job roles in the sector
What's next?
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