Foundation Apprenticeships
If they’re still at school, Foundation Apprenticeships are taken alongside other subjects like National 5's and Highers.
Completion leads to a qualification at the same level of learning as a Higher or SCQF Levels 4 and 5 and can lead to progression on to a job, such as a Modern or Graduate Apprenticeship.
Foundation Apprenticeships are recognised as entry qualifications by all Scottish colleges and universities.
We are proud to deliver this qualification in conjunction with Aberdeenshire Council & Skills Development Scotland.
The Foundation Apprenticeship in Hospitality
SCQF Level 4/5
Introduces students to a variety of careers within the hospitality sector, including hotel management, catering, and event planning. Through a mix of practical experience and theoretical learning, students will develop key skills in customer service, teamwork, and leadership.​
This provides students with the foundational knowledge required to succeed in the fast-paced world of hospitality and a placement within a local business gives them the opportunity to practice these new skills
This course offers students the chance to work with industry professionals, gaining valuable insight into the realities of a career in hospitality. Upon completion, students can either continue their education, pursue a full-time job, or move on to an advanced apprenticeship.
This FA can be chosen from S4-S6 in the school subject choices. It is equivalent to a National 5 qualification.
The course is delivered by tutors with industry experience and fully qualified chefs
The course covers important areas such as:
Food preparation
Restaurant food and drink service
Health and Safety and Food Safety
Event management
It also helps build essential business skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and communication, which are crucial across many industries.
Foundation Apprenticeship (FA) in Food and Drink Technologies SCQF Level 6
SCQF Level 6
The Foundation Apprenticeship in Food and Drink Technologies prepares students for a range of exciting roles within the food and beverage industry. It combines classroom learning with real-world work experience working with local employers.
By engaging with real-world work environments, students can decide whether this field aligns with their interests and career goals. Ultimately, the Foundation Apprenticeship provides a clear advantage in making well-informed career decisions and enhances employability in a rapidly growing and diverse sector.
Careers in the Food and Drink sector are as diverse as the food we eat!
Did you know that Scotland will need around 20,000 new recruits by 2024? The Foundation Apprenticeship in Food and Drink Technologies can support progression into an inspiring career. You could work in areas like:
Food and drink science
New product development
Technology and manufacturing
Nutrition
Design and marketing
This FA can be chosen from S5-S6 in the school subject choices. It is equivalent to a Higher qualification.
The course is delivered by tutors with industry experience and placements take place within employers based in the Northeast of Scotland
It allows students to explore various careers and sectors:
Food manufacturing
Product development
Quality assurance
Supply chain management.
It also helps build essential business skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and communication, which are crucial across many industries.
