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A breakdown of the qualification and course content
A breakdown of the qualification and course content
What exactly is a Foundation Apprenticeship and what is it worth?
Foundation Apprenticeships consist of groups of qualifications which are comparible to a Higher and are very recognisable in industries. The main qualification in the award will usually be a National Progression Award or a National Certificate at .
In most of our Foundation Apprenticeships you will also complete some SVQ units while in your work placement. SVQs are a work based qualification which allows individuals to demonstrate their competency by providing written and other forms of evidence.
Depending on the course, you might complete work which could be considered as comparable to more than one Higher but this is normaly assessed on an individual basis by the university or college you apply to.
We explain this further in the progression section.
Course units
Course units
National Progression Award in Professional Computing Fundamentals
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| Security Fundamentals |
This Unit introduces candidates to fundamental approaches to security in modern computing environments. The Unit looks at layers of security and how to secure operating systems. The Unit also looks at methods of applying security in computer networks and using software to secure systems. This Unit is aimed at candidates who have at least a basic knowledge of computer hardware and computer software, and who are interested in security. This is a mandatory Unit in the National Progression Award (NPA) in Professional Computer Fundamentals, but can also be taken as a freestanding Unit. |
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| Network Fundamentals |
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| Server Administration Fundamentals |
This Unit introduces fundamental approaches to server administration in modern computing environments. It covers the role of servers and how they support users and computer management, server installations, storage solutions and performance and maintenance. This Unit is aimed at candidates who have at least a basic knowledge of computer hardware and computer software, and who are interested in computer networking. This is a mandatory Unit in the National Progression Award (NPA) in Professional Computer Fundamentals, but can also be taken as a freestanding unit. |
Diploma for IT and Telecommunications and Professionals
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| Working with IT & Telecoms Hardware and Equipment 1 |
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| Health and Safety in IT & Telecom |
Progression routes
Progression routes
The Foundation Apprenticeships in Business Skills offers a number of paths following completion.
There are opportunities to progress to an Modern Apprenticeship in several areas.
On successful completion you will be able to progress to a number of subjects including National Certificates, HNC's and Degrees.
Applying to other universities
Skills Development Scotland had been working closely with universities and colleges to understand the ways that the Foundation Apprenticeship Award is considered in their admissions policies.
We have included the most up to date guides from Skills Development Scotland
Employer links
Employer links
Foundation Apprenticeships are designed in consultation with industries who are relevant to the subject.
This consultation continues throughout the yearly delivery of our Foundation Apprenticeship courses.
This can take the form of:
Classroom talks from key individuals in companies who participate in Foundation Apprenticeship placements.
Opportunities to showcase learning to various employers.
Challenges and projects set for Foundation Apprenticeships by employers.
Classroom vists from Modern and Graduate apprentices.
Vists to employers.
All employers who agree to provide placements are also approved by us and the local authority to have school children on their premises and they work closely with the Developign the Young Workforce Team at Inverness College UHI to support and observe the young person in the work placement.
How to apply
How to apply
Applications for Foundation Apprenticeships open in January each year as part of our wider schools programme application process. Dates are directly communicated to schools, and are also available on our website. Applicants can apply on our schools section until the closing date.
You can discuss an application or potential application with your guidance teacher at any time and request further information from the our schools team.