The HNC Childhood Practice (Primary Teaching Focus) is for applicants interested in progressing to further study on an initial primary education degree at university. Successful completion can also enable you to pursue a career in the early education, childcare or playwork sectors or to study at higher levels in Childhood Practice or Childhood Studies. This qualification is accepted by the Scottish Social Services Council for registration as a practitioner in the daycare of children service.

This is a nationally recognised qualification and valued award for people who want to work in a variety of settings, supporting children and young people...

The Engineering Systems (Energy and Environmental Engineering) HNC is a full-time course taught over one year at Edinburgh College’s Midlothian Campus. 

The HNC in Engineering Systems is designed to make sure you meet the varied needs of the industry. This HNC will provide you with practical skills in advanced theories of engineering systems using the latest simulation and design software.  You will study a variety of technical subjects including Principles of Engineering Systems, Dynamics and Materials Selection.

The subjects will be taught at a high level and will allow you to develop transferable skills which are essential for...

Edinburgh is the largest Financial centre in Scotland, which offers various employment opportunites within the Business and Finance world. The HNC is designed to provide our learners with the key competencies required to enter the world of Financial Services as a trainee. 

Our brand new, exciting course, is designed to develop our learners technical skills required to work within the Financial Sector. Our course are delivered face-to-face within the classroom environment to support our learners in engagement. We work with a number of financial partners who deliver sessions within your course to contextualise your experience and bring the...

The Mechanical Engineering HNC is a full-time course taught for over one year at Edinburgh College’s Midlothian Campus. 

The HNC in Mechanical Engineering is designed to make sure you meet the varied needs of the industry. It will provide you with practical skills in the advanced theories of mechanical engineering systems using the latest simulation and design software.  You will study a variety of technical subjects including Statics and Strength of Materials, Materials Selection, Thermofluids and Computer-Aided Design (CAD).

The subjects will be taught at a high level and will allow you to develop transferable skills which are essential...

This 18-week exciting short course is designed to develop understanding and basic skills in a range of Holistic Therapies.

In addition to becoming proficient in the skills involved, you will learn and show an understanding of all aspects of related anatomy and physiology and current health and safety.

On completion of this course you will be able to perform Full Body Massage, Indian Head Massage, Hot stone Massage, Thai Compress and Bamboo Massage which will enable you to seek employment in the Beauty and Spa industry or progress to further studies within the Beauty...