Social Services and Healthcare
Modern Apprenticeship
Description
This Modern Apprenticeship helps employees working in social services and healthcare. It’s suitable for people with little or no experience, or those looking to progress in their roles. Apprentices could be employed in the private sector, a local authority, the third sector or the NHS.
The qualification helps them build high-level skills, so they are well prepared to work with the public.
Apprenticeship framework(s)
Your employee will study for a Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 6 or 7.
Select each level to see the framework document and qualification(s) at that level.
Social Services and Healthcare at SCQF Level 6
SCQF qualification levels explained
Download Modern Apprenticeship - Social Services and Healthcare SCQF Level 6 framework document
Social Services and Healthcare at SCQF Level 7
SCQF qualification levels explained
Download Modern Apprenticeship - Social Services and Healthcare SCQF Level 7 framework document
Entry requirements
SCQF Level 6
There are no set entry requirements for this Modern Apprenticeship but candidates should have demonstrated a desire to work in healthcare.
SCQF Level 7
Candidates should have completed the Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 6, or have equivalent qualifications or experience.
Progression and development
SCQF Level 6
This Modern Apprenticeship qualifies workers to be recognised as support workers in areas across the sector.
SCQF Level 7
This Modern Apprenticeship qualifies workers to be recognised as practitioners in areas across the sector.
How does it work?
Apprentices will learn in a real-world environment and earn a wage. They’ll also study with a college or other learning provider.
Cost and funding
We contribute towards training costs
We do this by paying the learning provider throughout the apprenticeship.
The training contribution calculator will show you our funding contribution for this framework.
An enhanced funding contribution is paid for employees aged 16 to 19. For those who are disabled and care-experienced, this is extended up to and including age 29.
Speak to a range of learning providers to find the best deal and agree on a flexible approach to meet your business needs.
Who pays the apprentice?
Like any other employee of your business, you’ll pay the Modern Apprentice's wages. This is not set by SDS, but we encourage all employers to pay the Living Wage. Remember, you must pay at least the National Minimum Wage.
How long will it take?
It will take between 12 and 24 months to complete.
Need information or advice?
Call our advisors to find out more about Modern Apprenticeships.
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The next step is to find a learning provider that offers this apprenticeship.
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