Parents often worry about what career and job opportunities will be available for their children when they leave school. Qualifications are important, as well as a strong work ethic, but further education isn’t necessarily for everyone. Even if it is, what options are there?

The Developing the Young Workforce Regional Groups and their key delivery partners will be available to support parents and provide opportunities for them to learn more about:

• The benefits of work based learning
• The importance and relevance of the Apprenticeship family
• Growing industry sectors and career opportunities
• Involvement with local schools
• Local career opportunities

In March 2019, DYW Regional Groups held Scotland's Biggest Parent Evening events around the country, during Scottish Apprenticeship Week. Contact your Regional DYW Group to find out about any future opportunities and events for parents. 

​For additional information about the careers service provided within schools, career education or subject choices, visit the Help for Parents and Carers site, provided by Skills Development Scotland.

​The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) provides useful information and resources to help parents and carers to support their children with exams and coursework.

As a parent or carer, the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) can help you to understand and compare Scottish Qualifications and enable you to make decisions about future learning and progression routes.

Education Scotland's Parentzone allows you to be at the heart of your child's learning. Find out ways to get involved and keep up to date with the latest news.