Upcoming Courses
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May 2023
Take a look below and see the range of short courses available this May.
SQA Award in Emergency First Aid at Work @ SCQF Level 6
This SQA qualification is designed to provide an accredited and certificated award that will equip individuals with the skills and knowledge required to deal with various emergencies that require first aid in the workplace.
Location: Both campuses
Dates: 9th and 18th May (Dumfries) and 24th May (Stranraer)
20% discount when you book before March 31st
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Highfield Award in Principles of Fire Safety Level 2
This course is aimed at anyone involved in the management of fire safety in any workplace - managers, supervisors, team leaders, fire wardens (marshals) and staff working in any area where there is a potential risk of fire.
Location - Dumfries
Date - 10th May
Special offer - 20% discount on current price
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Awareness of Mental Health First Aid
This awareness course is suitable for everyone as it provides you with the knowledge to recognise a suspected mental health condition and the skills to start a conversation and be able to signpost a person towards professional help.
Location: Both campuses
Date: 11th May (Stranraer) and 30th May (Dumfries)
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Develop your understanding and knowledge of how to prevent and control the spread of infection in the workplace.
Location: Dumfries
Date: 11th May
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SQA Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid @ SCQF Level 6
Designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills required to administer first aid and to assist in gaining employment in a childcare environment.
Location: Dumfries
Dates: 23rd and 30th May
Special offer - 20% discount on current price
Book now Find out moreIOSH Managing Safely
Aims to ensure that people employed as line managers appreciate safety requirements.
Location: Dumfries
Dates: 16th, 23rd, 30th and 31st May
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REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene at SCQF Level 5
This course is aimed at all food handlers and is recommended by the local Environmental Health Department.
Location: Both campuses
Dates: 16th May (Stranraer) and 30th May (Dumfries
20% discount - limited time only
Book now Find out moreFirst Aid Skills - Annual Refresher
To ensure the standards of first aiders remain current, First Aid Industry Body (FAIB) strongly recommends that first aiders undertake First Aid Annual Skills Refresher training, on an annual basis.
Location: Dumfries:
Date: 22nd May
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First Aid for Mental Health
This course is suitable for everyone but has been designed to help employers to provide a positive mental health culture within the workplace and to provide learners with comprehensive knowledge on a range of the most common mental health conditions and the skills to be able to act should a condition be suspected.
Location: Dumfries
Dates: 29th May
Book now Find out moreBPEC Heat Pump Systems
Designed to give installers the skills and knowledge required to correctly install heat pumps.
Location: Dumfries
Date: 30th May
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REHIS Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders
The Certificate for Scottish Personal Licence Holders course is aimed at meeting the needs of candidates who works or wants to work as a Personal Licence Holder in on-sales and off-sales premises.
Location: Stranraer
Date: 30th May
20% discount - limited time only
Book now Find out moreREHIS Intermediate Food Hygiene
Aimed at those in supervisory roles within the hospitality industry and those working in a high-risk food environment.
Location: Dumfries
Date: 31st May
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June 2023
Take a look below and see the range of short courses available this June.
City & Guilds 2377-77 Level 3 Award in the In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment (PAT)
Intended for personnel responsible for the inspection and testing of portable appliances, and meets the demands of related legislation.
Location: Dumfries
Date: 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd June
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Highfield Award in Principles of Fire Safety Level 2
This course is aimed at anyone involved in the management of fire safety in any workplace - managers, supervisors, team leaders, fire wardens (marshals) and staff working in any area where there is a potential risk of fire.
Location - Both campuses
Date - 5th June (Stranraer) and 12th June (Dumfries)
Special offer - 20% discount when you book before May 31st
Book now Find out moreHospitality Start (YPG)
This is a fully funded course for 16 - 24-year-olds that is aimed at those who are looking to gain employment within the hospitality sector and will provide you with relevant skills and qualifications to assist you in gaining employment
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REHIS Intermediate Food Hygiene
Aimed at those in supervisory roles within the hospitality industry and those working in a high-risk food environment.
Location: Stranraer
Date: 5th June
Book now Find out moreSQA Award in First Aid at Work at SCQF Level 6
On this 3-day course, you will be trained to a standard where you can administer basic First Aid in the workplace until more qualified help arrives.
Location: Both campuses
Dates: 6th, 13th and 20th June (Stranraer) and 14th, 21st and 28th June (Dumfries)
Book now Find out moreFirst Aid for Mental Health
This course is suitable for everyone but has been designed to help employers to provide a positive mental health culture within the workplace and to provide learners with comprehensive knowledge on a range of the most common mental health conditions and the skills to be able to act should a condition be suspected.
Location: Both campuses
Dates: 12th June (Dumfries) and 27th June (Stranraer)
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This Online course is a mandatory requirement for all chefs on UK-registered commercial vessels operating more than 60 miles offshore and with 10 or more seafarers on board.
Location: Stranraer
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REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene at SCQF Level 5
This course is aimed at all food handlers and is recommended by the local Environmental Health Department.
Location: Dumfries
Date: 15th June
20% discount when you book before May 31st
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This 1/2 day course aims to provide the candidate with the knowledge and practical skills on how to work effectively and safely when using harnesses or fall arrest equipment.
Location: Dumfries
Date: 16th June
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Administration & Customer Service (YPG)
This is a fully funded course for 16 - 24 years olds aimed at anyone looking to gain employment within the administration or customer service sector and will provide you with relevant skills and qualifications to assist you in gaining employment.
Enquire now Find out moreREHIS Elementary Cooking Skills - Preparing for Independent Living
This 3-day cooking class is aimed at those who have recently or are just about to lead a more independent life. Ideal for school leavers who are about to embark on a journey through university.
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Basic Computing Skills (YPG)
This 1-day course is fully funded through YPG and is aimed at 16-24 year olds that are not currently in employment.
This course teaches the essentials of Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Location: Online
Date: 21st June
Enquire now Find out moreSQA Award in Emergency First Aid at Work @ SCQF Level 6
This SQA qualification is designed to provide an accredited and certificated award that will equip individuals with the skills and knowledge required to deal with various emergencies that require first aid in the workplace.
Location: Dumfries
Dates: 15th and 26th June
20% discount when you book before May 31st
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REHIS Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders
The Certificate for Scottish Personal Licence Holders course is aimed at meeting the needs of candidates who works or wants to work as a Personal Licence Holder in on-sales and off-sales premises.
Location: Dumfries
Date: 27th June
20% discount when you booked before May 31st
Book now Find out moreIntermediate Microsoft Excel
This course improves proficiency with Microsoft Excel and builds on existing skills from the beginner level.
Location: online
Date: 28th June
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REHIS Elementary Health & Safety
This course provides a greater awareness of Health & Safety requirements within the workplace. This course is recommended for all types of businesses.
Location: Dumfries
Date: 27th June
20% discount - limited time only, book before 31st May
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McMillan Hotels
''McMillan Hotels at North West Castle has sent staff on all the available short courses over the last year and both the individuals and the business have benefitted from the excellent organisation, teaching and qualifications.
The training brings new skills to the business and a renewed enthusiasm to the team members who have the opportunity to take part in the courses.”
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