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This Modern Apprenticeship is for employees who want to pursue a career in Youth Work. It’s available at 2 levels so it's suitable for new entrants and for existing staff to develop their skills.
After completion, they could work for a range of organisation types, including:
The aim of the apprenticeship at SCQF Level 6 is to offer an introductory qualification to people starting youth work careers. This will equip them to operate confidently in supported settings.
At SCQF Level 7 the apprenticeship offers a progression opportunity to practitioners who:
Your employee will study for a qualification in Youth Work at SCQF Level 6.
This apprenticeship is aimed at those who can show involvement in Community Learning Development (CLD) work.
Selection is based on potential ability to complete the award rather than specific academic ability.
Other factors which may influence the recruitment and selection process include:
When they complete the apprenticeship, they can aim for roles which involve youth work or related approaches.
They can also progress their career in youth work or CLD with further qualifications including:
Your employee will complete a SVQ in Youth Work at SCQF Level 7.
This apprenticeship is aimed at those who can show involvement in Community Learning Development (CLD) work.
Selection is based on potential ability to complete the award rather than specific academic ability.
Other factors which may influence the recruitment and selection process include:
When they complete the apprenticeship, they can aim for roles which involve youth work or related approaches.
They can also progress their career in youth work or CLD with further qualifications including:
We do this by paying the learning provider throughout the apprenticeship.
The training contribution calculator will show you our funding contribution for this framework.
An enhanced funding contribution is paid for employees aged 16 to 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 your business needs.
Like any other employee of your business, you’ll pay the Modern Apprentice's wages. This is not set by SDS, but we encourage all employers to pay the Living Wage. Remember, you must pay at least the National Minimum Wage.
It will take between 12 and 24 months to complete.
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The next step is to find a learning provider that offers this apprenticeship.
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