1. Careers Adviser Role in School
Jonathan Brown
Skills Development Scotland

2. Content Introduction to Careers Adviser role in school
Career Management Skills
Labour Market Intelligence
Routes and Pathways
Modern Apprenticeships
Conclusion
School Leavers Follow Up

3. Introduction to Careers Adviser Role
Skills Development Scotland
national skills body supporting the people and businesses of Scotland to develop and apply their skills.
Scottish Government-funded
Offer free, impartial career guidance to all age groups
School Careers Adviser
1:1 Career Guidance Interviews
Group work sessions
Drop-in session at lunch times
‘My World of Work’ web site

4. Career Management Skills

5. Labour Market Intelligence

6. Routes and Pathways University College Employment
Applications through UCAS
College
Apply directly
Employment
Modern Apprenticeships

7. Modern Apprenticeships
Industry-recognised qualifications while earning
SQA accredited
Ranging from SCQF Level 5-7
Employed by company
Day/block release to training provider
Over 80 Modern Apprenticeship frameworks available
100s of job roles

9. How to gain a Modern Apprenticeship
Entry Requirements
Vacancies
My World of Work
Use of Local Contacts

10. My World of Work

11. Conclusion In St. Joseph’s College Wednesday & Thursday
Drop-In session at lunchtimes
SDS Office on Dumfries High Street
Public Office  post-school/employability support
School Leavers Follow Up
Contact Details
‘SDS Dumfries and Galloway’ on Facebook