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GrowBiz Learning Session Programme in the Cairngorms
Jackie Brierton, Director of Growbiz, tells us about how they have been providing support to small rural businesses to help them through the challenges of the pandemic, and helping them to embrace digital technology to learn new skills.
Providing skills support for rural businesses
Katie Fox, Skills Planning Manager for Rural Economy as SDS, tells us about the new Rural Employers Toolkit and how it can support employers to recruit and grow the skills they need.
Thinking Outside the Box
David Richardson, Development Manager – Highlands & Islands from the Federation of Small Businesses talks about the challenges that can face small business owners, but how creative thinking and adapting to change can help reap rewards.
Gaelic Evidence Base
One of the high level aims of SDS’s Gaelic language Plan was to work in partnership with other public agencies to develop labour market information.
Regional Skills Investment Plans
Our Skills Investment Planning approach extended to include Regional Skills Investment Plans (RSIPs), which recognise the diverse needs of regions across Scotland.
Green Skills Research and Evidence
The latest intelligence on green jobs and skills in Scotland.
Green Jobs in Scotland
Read about the Green Jobs in Scotland which supports the country’s move to net zero by driving understanding and action to support reskilling and upskilling.
Decarbonising Domestic & Commercial Heating Pilots
Focus on understanding the scale and location of the investment driving growth, potential volumes, timelines and the consequent demand for skills.
An Evidence Based Approach to Supporting the Transition to Net Zero
A report assessing the known investment, the skills demand now and in the future, and current training and learning support for green skills in Scotland. CESAP Pathfinder: An Evidence Based Approach to Supporting the Transition to Net Zero states that green investments currently underway, or planned to commence within the next three years, total just under £90 billion.
Intensive coaching guidance
Our careers advisers offer intensive support to young people who would benefit most