Whether you’re looking to get on at work or start a new career, extra learning can help you achieve your goals.
And what’s even better than learning? Learning that’s free! Our course search has thousands of opportunities across the country.
We’ve pulled out a selection of popular ones.
Here are some of Scotland’s top free courses
Virtual vet work experience
Fancy a career as a veterinary surgeon? Find out what it takes with Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession.
You’ll learn about the structure of veterinary practice and the challenges a vet might face. Explore the realities of the vet profession to help decide if it's the right career for you.
Administrative support
Do you like the idea of helping an office run smoothly and keeping everyone organised? This Administrative support course from Alison will get you started.
Find out how to manage office resources and time. Improve your communication skills to influence others and empower yourself. This training could be a first step towards becoming an administrator or office manager.
Photography tips
If you’d like to move from phone photography to a real camera, 10 Dos and Don’ts of Photography will help you get there.
Learn about general camera care and how to use accessories such as lenses and flash. Find useful techniques as you explore what makes a good photo – and a great photographer!
How to use Scrum Framework
What's a scrum master and what does a product owner do? How about sprint planning and stand-ups? They’re all part of the ‘Agile’ way of working, which lots of businesses use for fast-moving projects.
This short course How to utilise Scrum Framework will explain the method and answer your questions.
Pharmacy assistant
Pharmacy assistants, or pharmacy technicians, play an important role in the dispensing of drugs. If you’d like to be a crucial link between doctors and patients, this course could be a great way to find out what’s involved.
In this free short course, you’ll learn about communication, dispensing and the rules of making prescriptions. Explore what the role is like and why it can be a rewarding career choice.
