Apprenticeships at Borders College
The Apprenticeship Family
Foundation Apprenticeships help young people gain valuable, real-world work experience and access work-based learning while they’re still at school and it’s a chance for them to get a head start on their careers by gaining an industry-recognised qualification, work on real projects and broaden their career options when they leave school.
For employers, it’s the chance to attract highly motivated and committed young people who are willing to learn, identify young people who are right for their business and ensure their organisation has people with the skills they need.
View the full range of Foundation Apprenticeship by following this link
Modern Apprenticeships are work-based training opportunities for new or existing employees; supporting Scotland’s ambition to secure a trained, productive and enthusiastic workforce for the future. They offer the chance for individuals to work in paid jobs while undertaking workplace training to gain enhanced skills and recognised Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQ). All apprentices need to be in employment throughout the duration of their programme. Modern apprenticeships are open to anyone aged 16 and over. Funding contributions towards the cost of training may be available, depending on age, sector and framework selected.
Each Apprentice must, during the period of their MA, fulfil the requirements of the legal right to work in the UK and be employed by an employer.
Graduate Level Apprenticeships provide work-based learning opportunities up to Master’s degree level for employees. The apprenticeships combine academic knowledge with skills development to enable participants to become more effective and productive in the workplace. Students continue their employment whilst being allocated time to attend class and study. Borders College are working in partnership with Heriot Watt University to offer the Graduate Apprenticeship in Business Management Programme. The first two years of the course are delivered by the College at the Scottish Borders Campus in Galashiels, with the subsequent two years in Edinburgh.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity for yourself or your staff, please contact us via enquiries@borderscollege.ac.uk
Boat Building and Repair is an exciting new Modern Apprenticeship opportunity being offered in partnership with Eyemouth Marine – who have a renowned reputation for maintenance of fishing and commercial fleets of the North Sea.
Why not be part of an expert, highly skilled and valuable industry? Earn while you learn, gain new qualifications, meet and work with great people and, above all, become part of a small but elite group.
Using new and specialised digital technology, apprentices will have the opportunity to work on metal and composite boats, learn electrical, carpentry and painting skills and be part of a successful and growing business, as well as gaining an internationally recognised qualification.
- For further details on this course please click on this link.
Foundation Apprenticeship Articulation Routes from Borders College
Below is a list of courses that allow you to use your Foundation Apprenticeship to apply for a Borders College course.
College HNC/D Articulation - Foundation Apprenticeship recognition
| FA Framework offered by Borders College | HNC/D Provision | FA and HNC/D - Do they have similar content | Entry Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accountancy | HNC/D Business | Yes | FA equivalent to 2 Highers, so only this FA required |
| Business Skills | HNC/D Business | Yes | FA equivalent to 2 Highers, so only this FA required |
| Business Skills | HNC/D Coaching & Developing Sport | Only partially | FA equivalent to 1 Higher, so pupils also require either Higher English or Higher PE |
| Civil Engineering | HNC Electrical Engineering | Only partially | FA equivalent to 1 Higher, so pupils also require Higher Maths |
| Food & Drink Technologies | HNC/D Coaching & Developing Sport | Only partially | FA equivalent to 1 Higher, so pupils also require either Higher English or Higher PE |
| Social Services - Children & Young People | HNC Childhood Practice | Yes | FA equivalent to 2 Highers, so only this FA required |
| Social Services - Children & Young People | HNC Social Services | Yes | FA equivalent to 2 Highers, so only this FA required |
| Social Services - Healthcare | HNC Care and Administrative Practice | Only partially | FA equivalent to 1 Higher, so pupils also require Higher level units for Biology/Human Biology |
| Social Services - Healthcare | HNC Social Services | Only partially | FA equivalent to 1 Higher, so pupils also require Higher level units for Biology/Human Biology |
| Social Services - Healthcare | HNC Childhood Practice | Only partially | FA equivalent to 1 Higher, so pupils also require Higher level units for Biology/Human Biology |
| FA Frameworks available from other providers | HNC/D Provision | FA and HNC/D - Do they have similar content? | Entry Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creative & Digital Media | HNC/D Visual Communications | Only partially | FA equivalent to 1 Higher, so pupils also require Higher Graphic Communications or Higher Art & Design |
| Creative & Digital Media | HNC Computing | Only partially | FA equivalent to 1 Higher, so pupils also require Higher Computing or a Level 6 Computing award |
| Engineering Systems | HNC Electrical Engineering | Only partially | FA equivalent to 1 Higher, so pupils also require Higher Maths |
| Financial Services | HNC/D Business | Only partially | FA equivalent to 1 Higher, so pupils also require Higher Business |
| ICT Hardware | HNC Computing | Yes | FA equivalent to 2 Highers, so only this FA required |
| ICT Software | HNC Computing | Yes | FA equivalent to 2 Highers, so only this FA required |
| Scientific Technologies | HNC Electrical Engineering | Only partially | FA equivalent to 1 Higher, so pupils also require Higher Maths |
Notes:
- Same Family Recognition:
Where an HNC/D applicant possesses an FA in a relevant subject (Eg: FA in Accountancy for HNC/D Accountancy), the applicant is eligible requiring no additional qualifications.
- Non-same Family Recognition:
Where an HNC/D applicant possesses an FA in a non-related discipline (Eg: FA in Accountancy for HNC/D Engineering), the FA will count as Higher A towards their application.
Please Note: Agreed HNC/D provision submitted against each framework is considered ‘Same Family’
For further information please email enquiries@borderscollege.ac.uk