The course will allow you to develop your digital skills through self-directed study and support with progression of digital literacy for further learning, training, or employment.Online interactive learning modules to help support you with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Excel, and Digital Safety. Why choose this course This course will help improve your digital literacy and prepare you for working with Microsoft Office packages as well as Digital Safety for your work, school, or personal life.

The course is very relaxed and offers the opportunity to engage with the college campus, other new students and staff before all the existing staff and students return after summer.Students will learn about the funding system, personal development, teamwork, resilience, staff and student behaviour expectations, basic IT and communication. There will be a campus tour and talks from a variety of different people who can support new students on their journey. Why choose this course Prep for College is a gentle introduction to college for those who may be anxious about coming to college. It is designed to...

This assisted programmes course supports students with additional support needs to develop skills to help them in social settings.The aim of the course is to build self-confidence and to enable students to engage in social settings, it will address how to engage with others, how to keep yourself safe and to enjoy having time with others. Students will also consider how to communicate remotely with others. Previously some of the activities that the Social Development group have engaged in are movie nights, games nights, going for a walk (in the better weather), going out for dinner and crazy golf. The...

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 is for anyone wanting a career in the fitness industry. You will gain practical skills and experiences in a range of sport and exercise disciplines.The course includes: Sports mechanics Sports injuries Contemporary fitness Anatomy Leadership An introduction to gym instructor Mental health and wellbeing Why choose this course You will do practical sessions in our Endurance fitness suite, private gyms and Xcite West Lothian Leisure. The college is...

The Level 1 Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Customer Service at SCQF level 4 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job related skills in their particular area of work.

These qualifications have been designed in partnership and are jointly awarded with the Skills CFA Sector Skills Council to ensure relevance to the sector.

Upon successful completion, learners will gain an international recognised qualification which guarantees that they have the skills, knowledge and abilities required to carry out their role successfully.To attain the qualification candidates must complete 5 Units in total. This comprises: 2...

The Level 2 Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Business Administration at SCQF level 5 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job related skills in their particular area of work.
These qualifications have been designed in partnership with industry and SQA to ensure relevance to the sector.
Upon successful completion, learners will gain an international recognised qualification which guarantees that they have the skills, knowledge and abilities required to carry out their role successfully.To attain the qualification candidates must complete 8 Units in total. This comprises: 3 Mandatory Units 5 Optional Units Why should I choose this...

The Level 2 Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Customer Service at SCQF level 5 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job related skills in their particular area of work.
These qualifications have been designed in partnership and are jointly awarded with the Skills CFA Sector Skills Council to ensure relevance to the sector.To attain the qualification candidates must complete 7 Units in total. This comprises: 2 Mandatory Units 5 Optional Units Why choose this course? Upon successful completion, learners will gain an international recognised qualification which guarantees that they have the skills, knowledge and abilities required...

The Level 2 Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Playwork at SCQF level 6 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job related skills in their particular area of work. This qualification has been designed in partnership/jointly awarded with SkillsActive — the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure, Learning, and Wellbeing — to ensure its relevancy to the sector.This qualification covers areas such as: Contribute to the development and maintenance of relationships with children, young people, and others in the playwork setting. Create playwork settings that support freely chosen self-directed play. Contribute to the health, safety, and wellbeing of children and...

The Level 2 Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Retail Skills at SCQF level 5 allows students to demonstrate competence in job related skills in their particular area of work and expertise.This qualification covers areas such as health and safety teamwork customer service and sales. There are wide range of optional units reflecting the diversity of the sector and the multi-channel nature of the modern retail business. Why choose this course? This qualification has been designed in partnership with SQA and the relevant Sector Skills Council (SSC) People 1st to ensure relevance to the sector. Upon successful completion, students...

The Level 2 Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF 6 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job related skills in their particular area of work.

This qualification has been designed in partnership with the Sector Skills Council, Skills for Care and Development to ensure relevance to the sector.

The target audience for the SVQ in Social Services (Children and Young People) are people who are support workers in early years settings and residential/daycare for children and young people. It is a requirement by the SSSC that everyone...