Why have they been introduced?

Foundation Apprenticeships equip young people with the knowledge, skills and experience to prepare them for the world of work, and help to broaden their options when they leave school. Youth unemployment rates remain much higher than the rate for all-ages unemployment in Scotland and we believe that Foundation Apprenticeships can play a role in improving youth employment.

Foundation Apprenticeships also foster stronger links between employers and education, helping to ensure that local employers can play a more active role in developing the young workforce and shaping the next generation of talent.