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Formerly known as the 'Ringlink Internship', the programme has evolved to become accredited by the Scottish Rural College (SRUC) in 2017 as the:
'Land-Based Pre-Apprenticeship' (SCQF4)
Class of 2018 Pre-Apprentices (pictured below)
Applications for the Winter Intake open on 13th August 2018
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For any queries contact: Gail Robertson, 01561 377790 or
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Overview:
The pre-apprenticeship provides a meaningful introduction into practical working environments, giving young people an insight into the range of vocational opportunities that the sector can offer through a structured programme of work-based learning.
Pre-Apprenticeship Format:
DEVELOPMENT:
Programme starts in June with a 3 week induction at SRUC, Aberdeen
TRAINING COURSES:
Up to £1500 of training, an element tailored to individual needs
MENTORING:
26 weeks full-time employment, typically working 40hrs per week on a suitable rural business
HANDS ON APPROACH:
Earn while you learn in the rural sector. Payment in accordance with Scottish Agricultural Wages Board (SAWB)
Working in collaboration with SRUC, the successful applicants untertake a three week residential induction at Craibstone, Aberdeen; that involves a range of activities and certificated training:
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Certificate of Work Readiness (CWR)
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Tractor Driving (3 days) + on the road Tractor Driving
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Rough Terrain Telescopic Forklift (3 days)
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Emergency First Aid
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Manual Handling Awareness
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Health & Safety Risk Assessment
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Crop Production/Livestock Production (optional modules)
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Industry visits + Royal Highland Show
Programme Partners
- SRUC: Provide the facilities for the three week residential induction at the Craibstone campus. SRUC also deliver the SRUC Certificate of work readiness (CWR) together with additional training units.
- Ringlink Scotland: Provide the day-to-day management of the programme, recruit and support farmer mentors, and provide the training programme for the interns.
For any queries contact: Gail Robertson, 01561 376022 or
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