How the Certificate of Work Readiness could help you
Build the skills, experience and confidence that employers love to see on your CV
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What the Certificate of Work Readiness can help you do
Getting a job when you do not have experience can be tough, but the Certificate of Work Readiness could help.
Here are 4 things it'll help you with:
- build skills and work experience for your CV or application forms
- get a reference from your employer or training provider
- gain an SQA qualification valued by employers
- receive a training allowance or Educational Maintenance Allowance if you're eligible
How it works
It’s a mix of training and a work placement, which lets you build up the skills employers want to see on your CV.
You’ll start with 2 or 3 weeks of training, to help you prepare for the world of work.
After that, you’ll split your time between further training and a work placement with an employer. That means you can develop the skills you’ve learned in a real workplace.
It normally takes around 10 weeks to complete – but it’s built around you and your needs, so the time can vary.
At the end, you’ll come out with experience and a qualification you can put on your CV and application forms. You could also use the employer or training provider as a reference.
It could even help you move into another position – such as a Modern Apprenticeship.
How to sign up to the Certificate of Work Readiness
Speak to your SDS adviser, or call 0800 917 8000 and ask about the Certificate of Work Readiness.