Modern Apprenticeships

Modern Apprenticeships (MAs) are part of the apprenticeship family which includes Foundation Apprenticeships for young people in S4-S6 and Graduate Apprenticeships.

They provide anyone over the age of 16 and in paid employment the opportunity to work towards a nationally recognised work-based qualification (such as an SVQ or Diploma) and the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.

The key element of the programme the combination of the qualification and five core skills.

Some frameworks also include day or block release on campus.

Benefits for your business

Modern Apprenticeships are ideal for your business no matter what size and stage in development. The programme offers you the opportunity to invest in Moray’s skillsforce by providing new recruits or existing employees the opportunity to train towards a nationally recognised qualification while working within your business. Investing in this programme ensures that you can have highly qualified and skilled staff to ensure business competitiveness, growth and sustainability.

Benefits include:

Trained workforce tailored to employers’ needs
Improved quality
Investment in your organisation’s future
Motivated staff

Who is eligible?

The frameworks we offer at UHI Moray are funded for anyone over the age of 16. With the exception of Business and Administration(SCQF Level 5), we offer places for those aged 25+ meaning apprenticeships are not limited to school leavers and young people.

In some sectors there may be a requirement for employer contributions to cover some of the training costs for apprentices over the age of 25.