This course is for those who want to pursue a career in the building services engineering (BSE) sector or progress on to an apprenticeship in plumbing. The plumbing element covers health and safety, basic tool skills, sanitaryware installation, forming pipework, connecting and testing water supply, and drainage systems.The NPA award is a pre-apprenticeship qualification preparing you for work in plumbing; heating and ventilating; air conditioning and refrigeration; and electro-technical fields. The course covers: Basic electrical installation operations Basic plumbing operations Basic heating and ventilation operations Energy and the environment System, roles, responsibilities and procedures Building science It also teaches...

The Pre-apprenticeship programme in Electronic Fire and Security Systems is an exciting new course which has been developed to support the needs of our dynamic and innovative industry. The course is designed for school-leavers or those who are interested in securing an apprenticeship in the Fire and Security Systems sector.

The course aims to give you the practical skills, knowledge and experience to secure an apprenticeship in a dynamic and innovative industry. As well as exciting practical College based projects you will have the opportunity to complete work placements with up to 65 different employers within the...

This course will fully prepare you for a craft apprenticeship in Painting and Decorating

The course is intended for anyone who wishes to prepare for a craft apprenticeship in Painting and Decorating.

Preparation for apprenticeship application and employability skills in general are key course aims.

What you will learn In addition to a range of introductory roof Slating and Tiling units, you will also undertake units onHealth & Safety,Access PlatformsConstruction DrawingConstruction Numeracy.You will receive training towards CSCS testing.Learners may be expected to engage with blended learning off campus.

This course will fully prepare you for a craft apprenticeship in Roof Slating and Tiling

The course is intended for anyone who wishes to prepare for a craft apprenticeship in Roof Slating & Tiling.

Preparation for apprenticeship application and employability skills in general are key course aims

What you will learn In addition to a range of introductory roof Slating and Tiling units, you will also undertake units onHealth & Safety,Access PlatformsConstruction DrawingConstruction Numeracy.You will receive training towards CSCS testing.

Learners may be expected to engage with blended...

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 offered in conjunction with Morrison Construction and is aimed at those pursuing a career within the construction industry. This is an ideal course if you want to progress to carpentry and joinery apprenticeship programmes. It gives you the chance to use the skills you have developed so far in project work in a realistic working environment.The course includes bench and site joinery work. Units will include: Principles of building...

Scotland has a world-renowned reputation for engineering, and is at the cutting-edge of engineering developments. Engineers design, create, test and improve all sorts of products and processes. They have an impact on every aspect of modern living and enjoy exciting career opportunities in lots of different sectors, including space, aviation, transport, medicine, technology, food, fashion and construction. If you’ve got a logical and inquisitive mind, enjoy problem solving and are curious to know how things work, you’ve got it in you to make a great engineer! Right now, qualified engineers are in extremely high demand, with thousands of new...

This course is a fully funded through YPG and is aimed at those between 16 and 24 years old that are not currently in employment.This course is an excellent opportunity for you to prepare for a career as a chef, or to simply learn and gain invaluable cooking skills.This course really is for everyone - school leavers; chefs at all levels; hospitality staff, community groups.On this 'hands on' course you will prepare, cook and serve a range of savoury and sweet dishes in our training kitchen.  The course includes a 1 day REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene course.All ingredients are included...

This course will provide you with the confidence and skills required to become a craft apprentice in Carpentry & Joinery.

The course aims are to improve employability prospects by developing the following.Carpentry & joinery practical knowledge and skills.Problem solving skills.Transferable skills that can be related to areas within the construction industry.Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills (CV assistance)The course will also provide you with a qualification in Health & Safety and further prepare you for the Construction Skills Certification (CSCS) test.

What you will learn In addition to a range of Carpentry & Joinery...

This course includes underpinning knowledge, practical skills and experience for learners aspiring to secure a Modern Apprenticeship in either Heating and Ventilation Installation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, and Service and Maintenance.

The main emphasis of the course is progression to full-time employment in the mentioned Sectors.

Learners will also receive the opportunity to undertake an awarding body Selection Test during the course to increase employment prospects.

What you will learn The course comprises of several theoretical units and practical projects that have been associated with what would be included in each...

Scotland has a world-renowned reputation for engineering, and is at the cutting-edge of engineering developments. Engineers design, create, test and improve all sorts of products and processes. They have an impact on every aspect of modern living and enjoy exciting career opportunities in lots of different sectors, including space, aviation, transport, medicine, technology, food, fashion and construction. If you’ve got a logical and inquisitive mind, enjoy problem solving and are curious to know how things work, you’ve got it in you to make a great engineer! Right now, qualified engineers are in extremely high demand, with thousands of new...