- The pupil picks a Level 4/5 Foundation Apprenticeship as a subject choice at S3 and up to S6.
- The employer sets a project for the pupil.
- The pupil gets support from experts to develop and deliver the project throughout the academic year.
- A work-based challenge is a key part of the project-based learning. Learners identify and use their meta skills - such as creativity, team-working and problem solving - and the required technical skills.
- A learning provider, such as a college, assesses the project.
- Employers make a structured and regular contribution to the programme. This helps learners to understand the variety of roles and opportunities in an industry.
The school you work with will be able to tell you if SCQF Levels 4 and 5 Foundation Apprenticeship opportunities are available to pupils.