This course is for S4 students looking for a basic introduction to engineering. It also prepares you for the Foundation Apprenticeship in engineering which you can do in S5 and S6. Whatever your interest in the engineering sector, you’ll close the gap between the classroom and the workplace, and find out more about the world of work.The course covers basic skills in mechanical engineering, mainly workshop-based, as well as mathematics, engineering measurement, and health and safety. Subjects include: Engineering workshop skills Engineering materials Turning (using lathes) Health and safety Why choose this course It’s a good course...

The NPA Professional Cookery course is delivered within the professional kitchens at West Lothian College as part of the school’s travel column. Students will work with lecturers with outstanding industry experience, learning not just the basics but also gaining an understanding of modern cookery techniques.The course introduces students to techniques that are important in professional cookery. It develops practical, technical and transferable skills in food preparation and cooking, and provides bite-sized chunks of learning that are straightforward for learners to study covering: Food Preparation Techniques Cookery Processes Hospitality: Organisation of Practical Skills Food Hygiene for the Hospitality Industry ...

This course is most suitable for 5th and 6th year pupils who may be intending to apply to Art College or an HNC/D at an FE College. It may also suit some 4th year pupils.This is a practical course that will give you the opportunity to explore subjects including: · Basic drawing techniques and media · Figure drawing · Colour techniques and media · Video and moving image · Digital skills and augmented reality · Introduction to animation · Exploring 3D · Sketchbook development · This course can be used to support your school work and thematic studies. ...

This course will introduce you to hairdressing, and is ideal if you are considering a career in the industry. You will learn the basics of hairdressing and about how to work safely and hygienically.The course includes: Basic hairdressing techniques such as Shampooing, conditioning and blow drying Why choose this course You’ll gain a good understanding of the hairdressing profession, and practical experience of working and assisting in our industry-standard Platinum Salon.

Please be aware this course is now full. Alternatively, you can explore other courses on our website or email choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk if you wish to speak to a member of staff.

This course will introduce you to the hairdressing and make up artistry. It is ideal if you are considering a career in the industry. You will learn the basics hair ups and make up skills, how to work safely and hygienically.The course includes: • Basic hairdressing techniques for hair ups • Basic make application techniques Why choose this course You’ll gain a good understanding of the hairdressing and make up...

Please be aware this course is now full. However we are operating a waiting list.
Alternatively, you can explore other courses on our website or email choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk if you wish to speak to a member of staff.

This course is aimed at those interested in a career in the beauty and make up industry. It introduces make up artistry skills, and prepares for progression on to NQ 4 BEAUTY & MAKE UP OR SVQ Level 2 Beauty Therapy.This course will provide an insight into; Working safely and hygienically in a salon environment, how to apply day make up, bridal make up and...

Please be aware this course is now full. Alternatively, you can explore other courses on our website or email choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk if you wish to speak to a member of staff.

This course will introduce you to hairdressing, and is ideal if you are considering a career in the industry. You will learn the basics of hairdressing and about how to work safely and hygienically.The course includes: Basic hairdressing techniques such as Shampooing, conditioning and blow drying Why choose this course You’ll gain a good understanding of the hairdressing profession, and practical experience of working and assisting in our industry-standard Platinum...

This course will allow students to attain a double NPA in both Software Development and Cyber Security giving the key fundamentals and key for success in many of our Further Education Programmes.This course includes identifying security issues, analysing and tracing evidence of security breaches and knowing how to hack systems. Students will learn all about identifying security issues and get the skills to protect against, and discover the identity of those who try to steal personal information. This course can lead to enhanced knowledge of cyber security and digital forensics, which in turn can improve skills or lead to...

The Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders is a qualification aimed at anyone working in or preparing to work in any industry that involves the retail sale of alcohol.This course covers: Introduction to licensing Responsible operation of licensed premises Effect of irresponsible operation on society and health The assessment at the end is a multiple choice paper. Why choose this course? This qualification offers students the chance to understand how the licensing process works in Scotland, how people employed within the licensed trade can work responsibly and the consequences of this if they don’t.

This course satisfies the requirements for an ‘Appointed Person’ to be left in charge of licensed premises. It is only available to those who hold the SCPLH and wish to renew their licence before it expires.This course will allow students to attain the Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders (SCPLH) Refresher at SCQF level 6. Why choose this course? This qualification offers students the chance to understand how the licensing process works in Scotland, how people employed within the licensed trade can work responsibly and the consequences of this if they don’t.