Guidance and Careers Information
Careers Scotland is an organisation which gives guidance about work or learning to anyone in Scotland, whatever their age.
Careers Scotland will, working with and through other agencies, to assist people with:
- Advice and guidance on career planning
- Learning and training opportunities
- Information about the Labour Market
- Developing skills to improve job prospects
- Links to other agencies
Jobcentre Plus is a government agency supporting people of working age from welfare into work, and helping employers to fill their vacancies.
Learndirect Scotland is the national service for learning. It offers links and advice regarding online and traditional adult learning opportunities. Freephone Tel: 0808 100 9000.
PlanIT Plus is a website offering advice about careers and lifelong learning. Included is an overview of colleges and universities in Scotland, advice about work and profiles of over 600 jobs.
The Citizens Advice Bureau provides advice and information on a wide range of issued, including welfare rights and benefits.
