The Access to Sound Production and Music Business course is designed as a practical and project based pathway onto our courses in Sound Production and Music Business.

The course is based around current and emerging industry practices in Sound Production and Music Business to develop practical skills in sound production (including music for mixed media, music production, audio editing and live sound) and also the wider context of the music industy (from artist development to record lables and digital marketing).

The course is delivred in our sector leading faciltiies at the CRE:8 campus where we have...

This course is designed to enhance your knowledge of sports coaching and is a direct route to further study at the HNC/D level. Access to HND Sports Coaching and Development is a year-long and full-time course based around a National Progression Award (NPA). This course will develop your confidence and enhance your personal leadership and transferable skills; preparing you for further education and a rewarding career in the sports and fitness industry. There is the opportunity to gain industry recognised National Governing Body Qualifications (NGB’s) in sports such as Netball, Volleyball, Cricket, Football, Handball, Badminton and Tennis. In addition, you will complete...

Integrative Healthcare is an exciting field where practitioners work with clients who experience a wide range of health conditions, from musculo-skeletal dysfunction to supporting positive mental health and wellbeing.Practitioners work in a range of settings including: private practice integrative healthcare clinics hospitals palliative and hospice care gyms spas sports teamsThis Access to Integrative Healthcare and Sports Therapy course develops the skills required to progress into Higher Education where you can gain the qualifications needed to gain professional membership and insurance for practice, and to support people with complex health needs in the areas of: Complementary Therapies Integrative Healthcare Sports Therapy...

Your studies will give you an introduction to the skills and knowledge required to establish good practice in childcare. You'll have the opportunity to undertake national units at SCQF Level 5 over 18 weeks. With further study, this course provides a good grounding for employment in childcare and related areas. 

Access to Early Learning and Childcare contains a mix of theoretical and practical units which will support developing knowledge and skills. Some of the subjects you will study may include:   Child development Play in early learning and childcare Contemporary families Working with others. Please note that this course does not include a practical...

During the Access to Medical Sciences course, you will study:Biology (National 5 and Higher units) Chemistry (National 5 and Higher units) Maths (National 5 units) Physics (National 5 unit) Communications (Higher level) 

During the Access to HND Fashion Communications course you will build your communication skills and develop an understanding of the different career opportunities available through studying a creative course. 

Content includes:Fashion styling Fashion illustration Fashion forecasting and researchCommunications skills Digital skills - Adobe PhotoshopPhotography Writing skills Hear from students Cara and Tyler.

If you’re interested in a career in the care sector, such as health care, social care or childcare, this course is a great place to start. This course gives you a good introduction to what you’ll need to know and understand to work successfully in a care practice setting. The focus is on understanding why people use care services, and developing your skills to support the health and wellbeing of others. Here’s just some of what you’ll be doing: You’ll explore the Health Sector in Scotland looking specifically at health and social care provision, and what’s involved in working in...

If you’re interested in a career in the care sector, such as health care, social care or childcare, this course is a great place to start. This course gives you a good introduction to what you’ll need to know and understand to work successfully in a care practice setting. The focus is on understanding why people use care services, and developing your skills to support the health and wellbeing of others. Here’s just some of what you’ll be doing: You’ll explore the Health Sector in Scotland looking specifically at health and social care provision, and what’s involved in working in...

Students wishing to go on to primary teaching will require to study and successfully complete a mathematics examination at SCQF level 5 and secure and complete a placement in a primary school. 

Course subjects include:PsychologyHistorySociologyCriminologyCommunicationNumeracyITNational 5 Application of Maths (only for those intending to apply for Primary Education or Social Work)The course also includes a class in 'Preparation for Higher Education' which, combined with guidance, aims to help you reach your full potential. The classes on offer are assessed by continuous assessment throughout the year.

This short course is designed to give you the skills, knowledge and understanding in a variety of sport and fitness topics which will allow you to progress directly into our full-time SCQF Level 5 programme.You will take part in practical sport and fitness classes and will also develop your skills in team working and health and safety.Special features: Range of sport and fitness topics covered including working in industry Gain a first aid qualification Opportunities to volunteer in the community You will gain industry Coaching awardsCouse content includes: Badminton Introduction to coaching  First Aid Uniformed services: Working in teams Introduction...