This course will provide students with a firm understanding of the expectations and values involved in care roles but has a slight bias towards subjects that lead to social care and social work.We are looking for thoughtful and considerate individuals who care about supporting others who may be vulnerable and in need of Social Care interventions. If you are a school leaver, looking to get back into employment after a break or would like a career change into the discipline of Social Care, this is a great starting point for you. You should enjoy diverse group interaction and be mature...

This course is for those wishing to pursue a career in adult or mental health nursing.This course offers an excellent opportunity for those who would like to pursue a career in Adult, Mental Health and Children & Young Peoples Nursing through a variety of universities. You may be considering a change of career or have worked in a support worker role and now wish to gain qualifications. Please note: This course is not suitable for those wanting to undertake midwifery. Use the progression finder to find out your options. Find out more about our other SWAP courses. What you will...

An access course aimed at people who have been out of education for a number of years who are keen to gain qualifications in, or work in, a social care role.The Government recognises Social Care as a valuable growth area of employment to meet the diverse needs of the Scottish population. This is a new addition to the Social Care diet and an exciting opportunity for individuals who have been out of education for a period and now wish to return to education to gain qualifications. This course targets potential students wishing to pursue a career in Social Care. Students...

This introductory level course will cover the different areas and different people who use the services available in the Health and Social Care sector.This course will introduce you to the different areas and different people who use the services available in the Health and Social Care sector. It provides an important opportunity for students to develop soft skills and interpersonal skills within a care context. The course explores how critical it is to provide effective and efficient provision of care. What you will experience Values and Principles Social Influences Human Development Academic and Personal Skills Development Mental Health Resilience Human...

This course is for those wishing to progress to an undergraduate degree in the arts, social sciences or primary education.This course offers an excellent opportunity for those who would like to progress to university in an undergraduate degree in the arts, social sciences or education. This will be ideal for anyone wishing a change of career and considering a career in primary teaching. The SWAP programme is built from SQA Units and involves one-year-full-time study. The units selected on the Access to Arts, Social Sciences and Education programme are those that have been agreed with the partner Higher Education Institutions....

Providing you with a broad introduction to life in the retail sector.What you will experience Skills for Work: Retail Communication Numeracy Volunteering Work Placement Scotland in Focus Socialisation

This course consists of 2 x SQA HN units and supports candidates who hold the Deck Officer Class 1 Fishing  qualification and who wish to obtain the Merchant Navy Officer of the Watch (Unlimited) qualification.This conversion course allows holders of the Deck Officer Class 1 (Fishing) qualification to move into the Merchant Navy sector though obtaining the Officer of the Watch (Unlimited) qualification. To obtain the Officer of the Watch qualification you are required to complete additional ancillary courses (see MSF 4345). What you will experience SQA HN unit – HR04 34 – Marine Cargo Operations
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This course will prepare you for further study or employment through the completion of four SQA Highers.This is an academically challenging course involving the study for four SQA Highers which will prepare you thoroughly for further study in science and related disciplines at HNC/D or University. You will be provided with lessons in small group sessions, supported by further tutorial slots. This will help ensure you are fully prepared for the final examinations. What you will experience Higher Mathematics Higher Chemistry Higher Biology Higher Physics Higher Environmental Science Higher English

This course will give you a foundation in a range of engineering practices, including Manufacture, Maintenance and Welding and Fabrication.This course will prepare you for progression onto the SVQ in Performing Engineering Operations at SCQF Level 5 or employment in the engineering or manufacturing sector as an operative or apprentice or Modern Apprentice. What you will experience You will work mainly in the Engineering workshops. Here you will learn about a number of Engineering specialities such as Manufacture, Maintenance and Welding and Fabrication. This is done whilst also learning about working safely and effectively and making products from a drawing....

This course focuses on key strands of practical engineering skills suited to a variety of roles in the renewable energy sector.NESCol has a key role to play in ensuring the North East has a workforce equipped to embrace the opportunities presented by energy transition, with tens of thousands of jobs being created as Scotland continues its journey to net zero. The College works closely with industry partners to ensure the skills required in the employment market are reflected in the courses we offer and the knowledge and experience built by our students. NESCol is delivering learning and training in a...