Written Question · S7W-02756 · Session 7
What evidence it has that apprentices in the 20 to 24 and 25+ age groups carrying out the same Social Services (Children and Young People) …
The question
To ask the Scottish Government what evidence it has that apprentices in the 20 to 24 and 25+ age groups carrying out the same Social Services (Children and Young People) qualifications require substantially less training, assessment and provider support than 16 to 19-year-olds, and whether it will review age-related contribution differentials where these might not be justified by differences in actual delivery cost.
The answer
Contribution rates vary by apprenticeship framework and age group. They are set to encourage participation among younger apprentices. Those aged 16-19 receive a higher contribution rate than those aged 20-24, and the over 25s receive the lowest contribution. Younger apprentices are eligible for higher contribution rates as they may require more support to complete their apprenticeship.The Modern Apprenticeship contribution rates review is in progress. Stage 2 of this review will explore this issue in more detail and will consider differences in contribution rates by age cohort, and potential options for adjustments to existing contribution levels including revised differentials across frameworks, levels or age cohorts.The terms of reference for the review can be found in the Modern apprenticeship contribution rate review terms of reference, published on 16 March.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S7W-02756 by reference.