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What is the number one complaint employers express about the skills of entry-level workers?
Poor communication skills
They do not practice good hygiene
They can't think quickly enough
They don't know enough numeracy
2
What general communication skills are most employers looking for in their employees?
The ability to make marketing presentations using PowerPoint
Public speaking skills
Effective speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
The ability to write a persuasive essay
3
What can you do with work experience, job training, or a college or university Degree?
All of them
Get more promotional opportunities
Make myself proud
Make more money
4
What % of Scottish employers think job applicants lack technical, practical or job specific skills?
72%
50%
36%
24%
5
Apprenticeships in Scotland are only available in limited industries.
True
False
6
What job does this person do?
Robotics Engineer
Doctor
Designer
Inventor
7
How many universities are there in Scotland?
20
10
15
5
8
What job does this person do?
Animal Trainer
Zoologist
Veterinarian
Farmer
9
What is the highest level of qualification you can achieve with a graduate level apprenticeship?
Masters Degree
HND
Doctorate
Hons Degree
10
What job does this person do?
Hotelier
Waiter
Dish Washer
Chef
11
What is a modern apprenticeship?
When you learn on the job
When get the experience you need
All of them
When you work towards a qualification
12
Are jobs in data security expected to grow significantly within the next 10 years?
False
True
13
Are jobs as retail cashiers expected to grow within the next 10 years?
False
True
14
Are jobs in software development expected to grow significantly within the next 10 years?
False
True
15
Scotland has apprenticeship opportunities in many different industries.
False
True
16
Are jobs in solar energy are expected to grow significantly within the next 10 years?
False
True
17
What job does this person do?
Diver
Ocean Doctor
Underwater Explorer
Marine Biologist
18
How many job opportunities were advertised on apprenticeships.scot in 2019/20.
Over 6500
Over 3400
Over 5200
Over 7600
19
Are jobs as travel agents expected to grow within the next 10 years?
True
False
20
Who can apply for a graduate level apprenticeship?
Anyone who resides in Scotland
Anyone of the over the age of 25
Anyone who lives outside the UK
Anyone with an income over £22,000
21
Are jobs in home healthcare expected to grow significantly within the next 10 years?
True
False
22
How long does it usually take to achieve a certificate at college?
1 - 2 years
4 years
2 years
1 month
23
What % of school leavers achieved a modern apprenticeship in Scotland between 2019/2020?
25%
38%
52%
77%
24
In early 2019, LinkedIn reported that the top skills employers are looking for are...
Engineering skills
Spreadsheet skills
Computer skills
Soft skills
25
Are jobs in wind turbine energy expected to grow significantly within the next 10 years?
True
False
26
How many of Scotland's colleges are in the Work Skills UK top 10?
0
1
4
6
27
How long does it usually take to achieve a university degree?
1 - 2 years
2 months
4 years
1 year
28
What do you plan on doing after secondary school?
Join the Military
Go to College or University
Get an Apprenticeship or Employment
I don't know
29
Which of these jobs does
NOT
require any further or higher education?
Doctor
Nurse
Teacher
Construction Worker
30
How many of Scotland's universities are in the world's top 200 for education?
5
4
9
2
31
What job does this person do?
Engineer
Fire Fighter
Paramedic
Police Officer
32
What online resources can help you to explore career options?
Skills Development Scotland
My World of Work
All of them
Apprenticeships.scot
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What is a graduate level apprenticeship?
When you get a job
When you go to university full time
When you get a job and work towards a degree
When you go to college full time
34
What is a foundation apprenticeship?
When you leave school and become an employee
When you apply for a college course
When you stay at school and learn remotely
When you learn about industry and employment when you are still at school
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Are jobs in postal mail expected to grow within the next 10 years?
False
True
