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First Aid at Work (3 Day) (REHIS)
Borders College
Other
The aim of this course is to support learners in becoming first aiders in the workplace.In line with HSE guidance, the qualification supports/approves work place first aiders for a period of 3 years, after which point learners will need to complete a 2-day First Aid at Work Requalification course.Course content:
On completion of training, successful candidates should be able to: Understand the role of the first-aider, including reference to: the importance of preventing cross infection, the need for recording incidents and actions, use of available equipment. Assess the situation and...
On completion of training, successful candidates should be able to: Understand the role of the first-aider, including reference to: the importance of preventing cross infection, the need for recording incidents and actions, use of available equipment. Assess the situation and...
Introduction to Countryside Skills
Borders College
Full-time
Other
An Introduction to Countryside skills at SCQF Level 4Relevant subjects from the following coursesAgricultureHorticultureAnimal Care Game and Wildlife ManagementEnvironmental studiesLandscapingHorse ManagementForestry Skills
Access to Nursing including Health Care - Higher - FT
Borders College
Full-time
National
The Higher Health Care course comprises of a collection of units at Higher level. The course includes a care work placement. The Award also includes NPA in Health and Social Care. If you have been out of education for 3 years you will be eligible for Access to Nursing status, this will be confirmed once you enroll on the course.This course is also part of the Scottish Wider Access Programmes (SWAP). SWAP programmes are for adults who have few or no formal qualifications and who have been out of full-time education for at least three years (five years if you...
Administer Medication to Individuals
Borders College
Flexible
Other
This standard covers the administration of medication to individuals and monitoring the effects. This role is complex and will not be the role of all care and childcare staff, only those designated to undertake this activity according to their expertise and employers decisions. The standard applies to all medication used for and by individuals, both prescribed and non-prescribed. This includes immunisation and vaccination. This standard does not cover the use and administration of intra-venous medication. This is a single SQA unit.
Agriculture - NC
Borders College
Full-time
Group Award or National Certificate
This course is designed to develop candidates' knowledge of modern agricultural principles and systems and to give the individual an insight into agriculture in the UK. Content includes Livestock Husbandry, Health and Welfare, Beef and Suckled Calf Production, Livestock Reproduction and Digestive Systems, Sheep Production, Combinable Crop Production, Crop Production Equipment, Soils and Fertility, Grassland Production and Record Keeping. Core Skills for working in the land-based industry may be a timetabled part of this course. Please read the Important Notice at www.borderscollege.ac.uk/uni
Agriculture- Modern Agriculture SCQF level 5
Borders College
Full-time
Other
This full time provides an overview of the Agriculture industry with a focus on new and emerging technologies, for example the use of satellite and GPS systems; the collection, management, and use of data and metadata to improve efficiency; and the importance of diversification within the farming sector.It develops knowledge and understanding of modern agriculture and how it influences practices in the learner's local area.Learners also develop skills in health and safety, estate maintenance, care and handling of livestock and working with farm machinery.
Animal Care (an Introduction) - Schools Academy
Borders College
Part-time
Other
You will be given an introduction to identifying and caring for small animals which will cover: Identify basic characteristics of animals, Assist with the preparation and maintenance of accommodation for animals, Assist with the preparation and provision of food and water for animals. You will also gain an understanding of working safely, efficiently and effectively in a Land-based environment and will pick up employability skills
Animal Care - An Introduction
Borders College
Full-time
Other
This full-time course is designed to give a taste of the different types of employment available in the land-based sector, with emphasis on Animal Care, and includes the following content: Work Experience, Core Skills, Assist with Maintaining Structures and Surfaces, Assist with the Care of Animals, Assist with the Movement of Animals, Animal Husbandry, Animal Record Keeping, Work Environment Maintenance, and Feeding and Watering Animals.
Animal Care - HNC
Borders College
Full-time
HNC / HND
You will study topics including Animal Behaviour and Welfare, Companion Animal Anatomy and Physiology, Companion Animal Handling and First Aid, Small Animal Health and Disease, and Small Animal Nutrition. In practical classes you will undertake routine health care, feeding and handling techniques with a range of small animals.Core Skills for working in the land-based industry may be a timetabled part of this course.Please read the Important Notice at www.borderscollege.ac.uk/uni
Animal Care - HND
Borders College
Full-time
HNC / HND
HND in Animal Care (SCQF level 8) builds on the knowledge and skills of the HNC Animal Care and also covers breeding, genetics and research skills.This qualification covers areas such as Animal Behaviour, Animal Welfare, Companion Animal Anatomy and Physiology, Companion Animal Handling and First Aid, Small Animal Nutrition, Land-based Research and Academic Skills, Small Animal Breeding, DNA and Genetics, Small Animal Husbandry, Animals in Society, Applied Companion Animal Behaviour, Small Animal Health and Disease, Small Animal Parasitology, and Animal Care Ethics.