Career inspiration programme
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These events are targeted at S4-S6 pupils who are not too sure about what career or pathway would be best for them. They are designed to help pupils to gain a more in-depth awareness of both the range of potential careers and the skills and knowledge required.
A typical week starts with an introduction to the range of careers in the NHS and the different pathway options available to young adults. Pupils are encouraged to reflect on their own skills and interests and how these align with a range of different job roles.
Important: Next events
Tuesday 9 to Friday 12 December 2025
Career inspiration week - at UHI House in Inverness. Details will be circulated to eligible schools.
Career inspiration week
Pupils take part in workshops delivered by practitioners covering roles such as:
- nursing
- midwifery
- allied health professions
- adult social care
- pharmacy
- business and administration
- support services
The workshops help pupils to appreciate how the skills and knowledge they already have can translate into working in different professions.
Pupils are able to experience the types of activities individuals are involved in on a day-to-day basis and experience a range of different workplace settings.
As part of the career inspiration week, pupils are encouraged to undertake SVQ Work Placement (SCQF L4), designed to recognise the valuable learning and development which takes place as a result of planning and carrying out a suitable work placement.
An events calendar with venues is released each year along with details on how to book a place.
Some quotes
"Loved the hands-on, very immersive, very informative and felt like I was part of the role..."
"I really liked the practical activities as some were things I haven’t done before..."
"I found it was helpful, with the activities making us interact with new people. I learnt that there are so many jobs within hospitals."
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