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Apprenticeship paved the way for Peyvand’s new life and career

A mum-of-two who came to Glasgow from Iran as a refugee has realised her dream of working with children through an apprenticeship.

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Graduate Apprentice Christian’s masterplan put clients on path to net zero

Graduate Apprentice Christian Williams from Perth is spearheading his employer's drive to Net Zero and helping its clients achieve their sustainability ambitions.

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Apprentice Ryan fuels mission to net zero for aviation firm

A young Ayrshire apprentice’s passion to help create a greener planet has seen him become a net zero champion across his business and make changes in society.

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Record partnerships show Dundee and Angus College’s care for apprentices

Achieving record numbers of employer partnerships during the toughest circumstances enabled the Care Team at Dundee and Angus College to quadruple the number of apprenticeships it offered to provide jobs and fill skills gaps.

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Innovation helps Modern Apprentices retain self esteem

Construction industry learning provider Esteem Training made the most of technology during the pandemic to ensure Modern Apprentices were successful. The firm also started a partnership with the Scottish Refugee Council to attract assessors from more diverse backgrounds.

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Young carer Lara helping herself through a Foundation Apprenticeship

An apprenticeship in Social Services and Healthcare provided young carer Lara Henderson with excellent grounding to begin studying for her degree in psychology.

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Foundation Apprenticeship put Nathan on road to success

Highland teenager Nathan MacDonald is on track for a career in mechanics thanks to a successful apprenticeship he took at school that led to a job with Inverness Kart Raceway.

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BAE Naval Ships Graduate Apprentice Craig sailing through engineering career

A Graduate Apprenticeship has enabled a Lanarkshire engineer to climb the career ladder in shipbuilding and get a degree at the same time.

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Civil Engineer Meg is streets ahead on Graduate Apprenticeship

Civil engineer Meg Scott chose a Graduate Apprenticeship after deciding the traditional university route wasn't for her. Now Elgin born Meg is helping make the world a greener place while inspiring the next generation of engineers.

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Emily counts apprenticeships as key to accountancy career

The apprenticeship path has helped Emily Greig pursue her dream career of accountancy while saving to buy for her first home.