Return to Learn Clause Samples

Return to Learn. The Return to Learn scheme was set up by the Scottish Executive in 2002 with the aim of providing courses that will improve the communication and basic study skills of staff in the social services sector. It is targeted at members of staff who have few or no qualifications to prepare them for further learning opportunities (e.g. SVQs and HNCs) so that they can achieve the qualifications necessary for continued registration with the SSSC. This funding was initially aimed at Local Authorities but has been broadened out to include voluntary organisations. In 2006/07 Return to Learn funding amounted to £200,000. The Fast-track initiative established by the Scottish Executive aimed to attract graduates to a career in social work. The last cohort of students entered this scheme in the current financial year (06/07). Expenditure on the initiative is as follows: 2005/06: £2.18 million 2006/07: £1.78 million 2007/08: £0.65 million (estimate)