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Description
This Modern Apprenticeship helps employees working in social services and healthcare. It’s suitable for people with little or no experience, or those looking to progress in their roles. Apprentices could be employed in the private sector, a local authority, the third sector or the NHS.
The qualification helps them build high-level skills, so they are well prepared to work with the public.
Qualifications
SCQF level 6
Your employee will study for a qualification at SCQF level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare.
Entry requirements
There are no set entry requirements for this Modern Apprenticeship but candidates should have demonstrated a desire to work in healthcare.
Progression and development
This Modern Apprenticeship qualifies workers to be recognised as support workers in areas across the sector.
SCQF level 7
Your employee will study for a qualification at SCQF level 7 in Social Services and Healthcare.
Entry requirements
Candidates should have completed the Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF level 6, or have equivalent qualifications or experience.
Progression and development
This Modern Apprenticeship qualifies workers to be recognised as practitioners in areas across the sector.
How is it funded?
We contribute towards training costs
We do this by paying the learning provider directly in incremental payments throughout the course of the apprenticeship.
See training contribution calculator below to determine funding contribution for this framework.
An enhanced funding contribution is paid for employees who are aged 16 – 19. For those who are disabled and care-experienced, this is extended up to and including age 29.
Speak to a range of learning providers to find the best deal and agree on a flexible approach to meet the needs of your business.
Who pays the apprentice?
Like any other employee of your business, you’ll pay the Modern Apprentice's wages. This is not set by SDS, but we do encourage all employers to pay the living wage. Remember, you must pay at least the National Minimum Wage.
Time to complete
It will take between 12-24 months to complete.
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Sound right for your business?
The next step is to find a learning provider that offers this apprenticeship.
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