Aquaculture SCQF Level 7
Aquaculture is an especially important industry for Scotland, providing valuable jobs and income for the economy. Businesses include both fin fish and shellfish, and production includes sea and freshwater facilities. The Modern Apprenticeship in Aquaculture SCQF Level 7 provides much more detail on aquaculture activities and is for those with more responsibility at work.
Course Content and Study Mode
Course Content and Study Mode
The Modern Apprenticeship is made up of three elements:
1. SVQ in Aquaculture SCQF Level 7
2. Core Skills
3. Mandatory Enhancements
To achieve the SVQ, apprentices must complete 6 learning units:
Mandatory Units
- Control the Aquatic Production Environment for Farmed Fish/Shellfish
- Control the Production of Farmed Fish/Shellfish for Sale or Transfer
- Provide a Safe, Healthy and Secure Working Environment
Additional units will be chosen by the candidate/employer.
Core Skills
Everyone needs Core Skills, no matter what job they undertake or what sector they work in. Core Skills feature in various National Qualifications, and Scottish candidates have been issued with a Core Skills profile on their Scottish Qualifications Certificate since 2000.
Core Skills are embedded in the Aquaculture SCQF Level 7, with the exception of Numeracy and Working with Others which will require separate certification.
Candidates who have already been certificated as achieving Core Skills at the required levels - either in the workplace or at school or college - do not need to repeat these Core Skills as part of the Modern Apprenticeship Framework.
Mandatory Enhancements
Each apprentice is required to achieve at least one industry-specific enhancement, such as Emergency First Aid at Work at SCQF Level 5 (others available)
Study Mode
Work-based, with self-led learning via UHI Argyll’s online learning platform assessed by a designated assessor. Off-the-job training may be required for mandatory enhancements.
How long does it take to complete?
How long does it take to complete?
On average 12-24 months, depending on the candidate’s previous experience.
When can the Modern Apprenticeship start?
When can the Modern Apprenticeship start?
Flexible start date, any time of year.
Who is eligible to become a Modern Apprentice?
Who is eligible to become a Modern Apprentice?
No formal entry qualifications are required.
Candidates are usually already in the employment they wish to undertake the Modern Apprenticeship with.
How are Modern Apprenticeships funded?
How are Modern Apprenticeships funded?
Skills Development Scotland contribute towards the cost of the apprentice training under the Modern Apprenticeship programme. This is available for all young people aged between 16-19 for all frameworks. Funding may also be available for young people between the ages of 20-24 and 25+ depending on the frameworks and sectors.
Modern Apprentices are paid a wage directly by their employer whilst undertaking their qualification.
Career Prospects
Career Prospects
After completing the apprenticeship, you could move on to jobs like:
- Farm Supervisor
- Senior Farm Technician
- Assistant site/farm manager
Further study opportunities include:
Find out more
Email us at acapprenticeships@uhi.ac.uk