Fashion and Textiles Heritage
Modern Apprenticeship
Description
This Modern Apprenticeship helps employees develop the skills and knowledge they need to work in the fashion and textiles sector. With different levels available, it can be used as an entry point or progression route for employees. The SCQF Level 5 qualification has an emphasis on skills that support the production of ‘heritage goods’. Level 6-7 focuses on the production skills used in fashion and textiles sub-sectors, and is suitable for employees in roles such as weaver, knitter, sewing machinist and technologist, designer, and laundry/dry-cleaning worker.
Apprenticeship framework(s)
Your employee will study for a Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 5, 6 or 7.
Select each level to see the framework document and qualification(s) at that level.
Leather Production and Manufacturing at SCQF Level 5
Textiles/Technical Textiles at SCQF Level 5
Textile Care Services at SCQF Level 5
SCQF qualification levels explained
Download Modern Apprenticeship - Fashion and Textiles Heritage SCQF Level 5 framework document
Kilt Making at SCQF Level 6
SCQF qualification levels explained
Download Modern Apprenticeship - Fashion and Textiles Heritage SCQF Level 6 framework document
Bespoke Cutting and Tailoring at SCQF Level 7
Leather Manufacture at SCQF Level 7
Manufacturing Textile Products at SCQF Level 7
SCQF qualification levels explained
Download Modern Apprenticeship - Fashion and Textiles Heritage SCQF Level 7 framework document
Entry requirements
SCQF Level 5
Candidates for this Modern Apprenticeship don’t need any prior experience or qualifications.
SCQF Level 6
There are no specific entry qualifications for this Modern Apprenticeship but candidates are likely to have already completed SCQF Level 5 or have other relevant experience or qualifications.
SQCF Level 7
There are no specific entry qualifications for this Modern Apprenticeship but candidates are likely to have already completed SCQF Level 6 or have other relevant experience or qualifications.
Progression and development
SCQF Level 5
Once they complete their apprenticeship, your employees should be able to take on a range of roles relevant to the pathway studied. There are also opportunities to advance their skills further through study towards SCQF Level 6 in Fashion and Textiles Heritage.
SCQF Level 6
Once they complete their apprenticeship, your employees should be able to take on a range of roles relevant to the pathway studied. There are also opportunities to advance their skills further to study towards SCQF Level 7 in Fashion and Textiles Heritage.
SCQF Level 7
Once they complete their apprenticeship, your employees should be able to take on a range of roles relevant to the pathway studied.
How does it work?
Apprentices will learn in a real-world environment and earn a wage. They’ll also study with a college or other learning provider.
Cost and funding
We contribute towards training costs
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.
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 encourage all employers to pay the Living Wage. Remember, you must pay at least the National Minimum Wage.
How long will it take?
It will take between 12 and 24 months to complete.
Need information or advice?
Call our advisors to find out more about Modern Apprenticeships.
0800 783 6000Sounds right for your business?
The next step is to find a learning provider that offers this apprenticeship.
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