Reid Kerr College Full Time Prospectus by Marketing Department

Paisley

The Board of Management of Reid Kerr College is a Scottish Charity. Charity Number SC021210.

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Contents Welcome to Reid Kerr

Reid Kerr College Campus

Qualifications

Application & Student Information

Students with a Disability or a Specific Learning Difficulty (including Dyslexia)

Graduations

General Information

Reid Kerr Social

COURSES Business School

Institute of Construction & Engineering

Academy of Creative Arts

Centre for Leisure Industries

School of Life Sciences

Support for Learning

Highers

Student Support Courses

Open University Degree Partnership

Part-Time & Distance Learning

Community

Conference & Research Facilities

Training for Business

Training Services

European Community in Reid Kerr College

International Dimension

Course Summaries

College Calendar

Application Form

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welcome to reid kerr college

Welcome to Reid Kerr College I am delighted that you are considering studying at Reid Kerr College. At Reid Kerr College we develop people and improve their life opportunities. We are here to help our students reach further and achieve more. As well as encouraging ambition, we help people to achieve their ambition. This prospectus is our guide to a wide range of courses at the College. These range from introductory levels through to advanced, including Degree programmes and Professional Qualifications. We welcome students of all ages and all backgrounds. Our courses are open to young people and mature adults who wish to train for, or return to, a variety of careers. The 18,000 students who choose to study here each year can do so on a full-time or part-time basis. We also offer a wide range of courses you can study on-line or on a flexible learning basis. No matter which method you choose our commitment remains the same. Quality learning programmes and dedicated enthusiastic staff ensure that the best education is available to all our students. Whatever your age, learning needs or personal circumstances, the College will provide you with training and lifelong learning within a supportive environment. We will help you select the course that is right for your abilities and interests. I hope this prospectus gives you a flavour of life at the College and what the College can do for you. No booklet will tell you all you need to know so please take the opportunity to visit us and find out more or take the time to look at our web site which I hope you find useful and informative. I am confident you will be impressed and I wish you good luck with your studies. AUDREY CUMBERFORD Principal, Reid Kerr College

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reid kerr college campus

Reid Kerr College Campus Reid Kerr is dedicated to providing a first class learning environment for all its students, staff and communities. The College campus has changed significantly in recent years. This has included the opening of the Renfrew North Building. This building is fully equipped with state of the art teaching and student facilities, providing a variety of services to enhance the Reid Kerr student experience. Opening soon is the new Institute of Construction & Engineering building which will provide increased areas for Motor Vehicles, Electrical and the developing area of Renewable Energy. Other additions and renovations to the College Campus have included the refurbishment of the Abercorn Building providing conference facilities and library services. The Centre for Performing Arts which currently resides in Paisley Town Centre and houses a theatre, dance and recording studios as well as a variety of specialist teaching facilities. Renfrew Sports Centre is a shared Sports Centre and has seminar rooms dedicated to the Sports section in addition to a fully operational gym and sports facility. Reid Kerr is committed to delivering facilities fit for the 21st century and will continue to work on further developing the College Campus.

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Reid Kerr College Campus

qualifications

Qualifications Reid Kerr College is approved by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) to deliver a range of academic and vocational qualifications, including Higher National Diplomas (HNDs); Higher National Certificates (HNCs); National Certificates (NCs); Professional Development Awards (PDAs); Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs); National Qualifications at Access, Intermediate 1, Intermediate 2, Higher, Advanced Higher, Skills for Work and National Progression Award programmes. The College also offers a further range of programmes certificated by City & Guilds, NEBOSH, Chartered Management Institute, Chartered Institute of Marketing and a range of other professional bodies.

Which Qualification Is Right For You? National Qualifications: National Qualifications provide a broad range of options for progression beyond Standard Grade and are available at five levels: Access Higher Intermediate 1 Advanced Higher Intermediate 2 These qualifications normally consist of three units, plus an external assessment. Each unit counts as a qualification in its own right (a National Unit), so even if you don’t sit or pass the external assessment you still get credit for the units you have successfully achieved.

National Certificate (NC): These courses are appropriate for those with little or no prior knowledge of a specialist subject. It is particularly suitable for learners with few or no formal qualifications or for those returning to education after a break of some years. It is a full-time course of either six months (January Fast Track) or 1 year duration, it may also be possible to study on a part-time basis. Higher National Certificate (HNC): This is an advanced course with subjects studied in greater depth than at NQ/NC level. Generally younger students would be expected to possess one or two highers or appropriate NC for entry. Mature students without these qualifications may gain direct entry with appropriate work or life experience. Check course details for entry requirements. HNC’s are offered on a full-time, part-time or distance learning basis. Full-time courses are of a year’s duration or six months (Fast Track). Successful completion of an HNC can lead to progression to the 2nd year of a relevant HND or direct entry into many degree courses at either 1st or 2nd year level. Higher National Diploma (HND): This is a two year advanced course normally undertaken on a full-time basis, although some are available by part-time study. This course allows students to study a wider variety of subjects than at HNC. Entry requirements for an HND are similar to that for an HNC. Successful completion provides wider access to the jobs market and can lead to direct entry into 2nd and sometimes 3rd year of particular degree courses. There are direct articulation routes from HNC to HND. Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQ): SVQs are work based qualifications designed to equip students with skills directly related to their job. They are designed by industry for industry and are available at a variety of levels to encourage continual learning progression. Entry qualifications are for general guidance only. If you are interested, but unsure of which course of study may be best for you please apply and we will provide expert advice and guidance.

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qualifications

Current Qualifications in the Framework

Scottish Credit & Qualifications Framework (SCQF): The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF), has been designed to enable learners, employers, parents and those involved in providing education to understand how Scottish qualifications relate to each other. The framework was developed in partnership between the Scottish Executive, Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), Universities Scotland and the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. It brings most mainstream qualifications from Access 1 (SCQF Level 1) to Doctorate Degree (SCQF Level 12) into a single framework.

Every qualification currently in the framework has been assigned an SCQF level and credit value. The SCQF level is a measure of how demanding a qualification is. A notional 10 hours of learning is given 1 SCQF credit point. Qualifications placed at the same level indicate that the level of learning gained in each qualification is comparable but not the same in content or purpose e.g. Level 8 contains HND and SVQ level 4 awards. SCQF information is now included on all Scottish Qualifications Authority Certificates.

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Having completed the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Executive Diploma in Management, I recently secured a senior position within the Transport Control Department in Bermuda. Without this crucial Management training I could not apply for this post and I am confident that this qualification has successfully carried me through to this stage of my career. There are many benefits to studying by Distance Learning in particular the ongoing support from Lecturers and the on-line resources made available by Reid Kerr College. Accessing course materials could not have been easier and the on-line community function provided me with all the means of support needed from the lecturers, who communicated regularly and delivered a very efficient programme via e-mail and the College website.

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Randy Rochester - CMI Management

The Seventeenth Century - A band formed while at College. The Seventeenth Century’s big break came when they played T in The Park. They recently launched the new BBC Introducing Show on Radio 1, playing live on the show.

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I think the experience gained through studying at Reid Kerr College was definitely instrumental to our success. We met at college and formed the band there and the support from our lecturers was crucial to the development of our sound.

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Band Member, Andrew Truscott - HND Music

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application & student information

Application & Student Information Opportunity Centre The Opportunity Centre is located in the main reception area of the main college building. The Opportunity Centre provides a convenient location where students can access a variety of support and services such as: Admissions and Enrolment; Professional Counselling; Careers Guidance; Course Information; Bursaries & Funding Advice - it is a one stop shop for all student enquiries.

Admissions & Enrolment At the Admissions Unit you can access information on any of the courses available at the College. In addition, the Admissions Team provides or facilitates a variety of student services to make your application process, and time at Reid Kerr, as easy and enjoyable as possible.

Application Process An application form is available at the back of this prospectus. Simply fill in the form and return it to the Admissions Unit or apply on-line at www.reidkerr.ac.uk or phone on 0800 052 7343. We advise that you return this form as quickly as possible as places may be limited. You may be offered a place on a course, subject to you passing your exams, so please apply even if you are waiting on exam results. An interview may be required for some courses and these normally take place at the College. If you require an interview you will be contacted with a mutually convenient date, time and place. Application forms can also be found in the individual course leaflets, which are available in the Opportunity Centre. The Admissions team are there to help you and make the application process as easy as possible. If you have any difficulties in completing the application form, please do not hesitate to contact or visit the team. In addition, they are also available to assist you with any general queries about courses, finance or any of the other Student Support functions. Call the Admissions Team on freephone 0800 052 7343 or visit them at the College. The Admissions Unit is located in the Main Building (Renfrew Building), adjacent to the Reception area. Student Services Admissions Unit, Reid Kerr College, Renfrew Road, PAISLEY, PA3 4DR Tel: 0800 052 7343 Email: sservices@reidkerr.ac.uk

Student Finance If you are a full-time UK/European student taking an HNC/HND course, you can apply to the Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS) for an award. If you are taking Highers on a full-time basis or an SQA National Qualification programme, you can apply for a College Bursary/Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA). Staff in the Admissions Unit can advise you on how to apply. International tuition fees apply to all applicants who are not European nationals.

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application & student information

We realise the importance to students of being able to study free from financial worries and accordingly, we do our very best to help students in relation to financial matters. You can discuss your financial situation, in confidence, with our staff. The Admissions Team will be happy to advise you on SAAS application and loan. SAAS applications are made on-line at www.student-support-saas.gov.uk. Workshops are available around May, contact Admissions for further details. The Bursaries and Funding Team will assist you with your Bursary/EMA application, as well as any application you might make for our Housing, Childcare and Discretionary funds, should you experience financial difficulties once you have started your course. We strongly recommend that you get your SAAS or Bursary/EMA application forms checked by our staff, since this can avoid delays in payment. Students who currently receive benefits may also be able to study part-time at College. If you receive benefits, please seek our advice or visit your benefit agency before commencing your course. International tuition fees are available on application. Bursaries Manager; Reid Kerr College, Renfrew Road, Paisley, PA3 4DR. Tel: 0141 581 2222

Careers Guidance Careers guidance is available to anyone considering a College course as well as to all full-time and part-time students. Confidential interviews can be arranged with the College Careers Adviser who can provide information and guidance on aspects such as course content, entry levels, financial help and potential progression and employment. Interviews are held in the Opportunity Centre. Students will also find a wide range of careers information in the Main Abercorn Library and within the Careers Section of the Student Intranet. To arrange an interview call into or phone the Admissions Unit on 0141 581 2222.

Counselling Service The Student Counselling Service TIME 4 U is available Monday to Friday 9.15am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5pm and is located in the Opportunity Centre in the Renfrew Building. TIME 4 U Counselling Service seeks to enable students to make informed decisions about their lives - counsellors do not seek to advise students or to influence their values or beliefs; they offer counselling in a non judgemental environment that is respectful and sensitive to the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s values, beliefs and culture. To arrange an appointment call the Admissions Unit on 0800 052 7343 or directly on 0141 587 3378 or email time4u-counselling@reidkerr.ac.uk

Guidance In addition to the guidance and advice available before enrolling, once you start your course, you will be supported throughout its duration by a team of Guidance staff. At the start of your course you will be given a full introduction to the course programme, the department and the College. You will have a Personal Development Planning (PDP) or Guidance Tutor who will meet you on a regular basis to help you set goals, review your progress on an ongoing basis and help you plan for your future. Towards the end of your course, at the pre-exit stage, you will be supported and advised on the options available - further study, employment, University. You will have the opportunity to develop important skills for study, employment and life in general. We want you to achieve all you can while you are with us. In addition to your PDP or Guidance Tutor, your Senior Lecturer, Departmental Guidance Advisor or the College Guidance Co-ordinator are all here to help you achieve your goals. If there are matters that affect your progress on the course, please discuss them with your Guidance staff, who can, if necessary, put you in touch with a wider range of specialist staff.

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application & student information

Nursery Reid Kerr boasts the finest nursery provision of its kind. Highly trained and dedicated staff care for students’ children aged 2 to 5 years old in the College nursery provision. Children in their pre-school year are taught according to the approved curriculum. Our nursery facility allows students to study safe in the knowledge that their children are in a happy, safe and secure environment. Naturally numbers are limited so we strongly advise students who wish childcare to contact the Nursery Manager.

International Students Reid Kerr College welcomes all International Students to the Student Services Admissions Unit, there we can help you choose the correct course of study for your chosen career and arrange interviews with the International Manager and appropriate Department Personnel. For further information contact Hazel Mulberry, International Office on +44 (0)141 581 2277 or view the College website www.reidkerr.ac.uk

Equal Opportunities The College operates a policy of equal opportunities to ensure that students, staff, customers and visitors are treated equally regardless of gender, ethnic origin, race, religion, disability, age, marital status or sexuality. Copies of current policies are available on both staff and student intranets.

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During his studies Gary was introduced to staff from the Student Support section in the College where he completed a number of tests and assessments and was later diagnosed with Dyslexia. He added, “Before I began studying at Reid Kerr I knew that I had difficulties with written work and following the tests, discussions and support from lecturers at the College I began to realise that I could achieve what I was aiming for. I am really proud of what I have achieved at College and within my own career. The training and most importantly the support that I have received while at Reid Kerr has been tremendous. I have been recommending others to the HNC Quality programme and strongly believe the College has been instrumental in my career development over the past few years.

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Gary McIsaac - HNC Engineering Mechanical & NEBOSH qualification

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I wanted to study full-time at college and the NC Business at Reid Kerr was the perfect start for me. I learned so much in my first year and I felt well prepared for returning to begin the first year of a two year HND in the same subject.

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Danielle McLaughlin (left) - HND Business

Coming to college for the first time can be daunting for anyone of any age but Danielle and I have had a very positive experience and we would recommend Reid Kerr to anyone thinking about taking further qualifications through college. This is a great place to study with terrific and very supportive staff. Sharon McLaughlin (right) - HND Accounting

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The College welcomes applications from students with disabilities. We make every effort to meet your needs and strive to ensure that all disabled students can access every College facility. Many areas of the campus have been adapted with lifts, ramps and special toilet facilities. There is also extensive, accessible car parking. We have ongoing programmes to extend opportunities for those with a disability. Members of Learning Plus are available to give advice about existing facilities and equipment and to discuss any requirements that you may have. To arrange an appointment, or a tour of the College campus, please contact George Smith or Mary Jane Bird in Learning Plus on 0141 581 2315 or by textphone on 0141 581 2361.

Dyslexia If you have, or think you may have, dyslexia and would like to discuss best support for you on your chosen course, please contact Mary Jane Bird on 0141 581 2315.

Centre for Alternative Technology The College has further developed resources for students with disabilities with the introduction of its Centre for Alternative Technology. This new facility is located in the Opportunity Centre in the Main Building. The Centre provides students with access to specialist hardware, software and an extensive range of specialist equipment to assist those students with disabilities through their course of study.

students with a disability or a learning dificulty (including dyslexia)

Students with a Disability or a Specific Learning Difficulty (including Dyslexia)

The Centre for Alternative Technology won the Scottish Further Education Unit (SFEU) Leadership in Learning Award, the SQA Centre of the Year Award (2004) and it has also been highlighted by HMIE as a model for Best Practice. Further information can be obtained by calling George Smith on 0141 581 2315 or by textphone on 0141 581 2361 or by email to gsmith@reidkerr.ac.uk

For further information on the wide range of student services available please contact the Admissions Team on freephone 0800 052 7343.

Discover IT Discover IT is an innovative and exciting programme that enables disabled people to have access to computers to develop their skills and interests. Developed by Leonard Cheshire in partnership with Microsoft UK, the intention is to create a network of Discover IT facilities across the UK and develop a national programme that really makes a difference to the lives of disabled people. Situated within the first floor Atrium of the Renfrew North Building of the Main Campus, The Discover IT Centre has the necessary adaptations to make computers fully accessible for all users regardless of ability.

For further information and to arrange access to a computer, please contact George Smith on 0141 581 2315.

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graduations

Graduations Reid Kerr holds its annual graduations in the stunning location of Paisley Abbey. The ceremonies take place in November of each year and are a highlight of the College calendar. The graduations provide students with an ideal opportunity to celebrate their considerable achievements with family, friends and staff.

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general information

General Information College Hours The College is open during term time: 8.15am – 7.00pm Monday and Wednesday; 8.15am – 9.00pm Tuesday; 8.15am – 5.05pm Thursday and Friday. During vacation time the College is open on weekdays between 9.00am – 5.00pm. However during peak student recruitment periods the Admissions Unit may be open longer, please check press or contact the College for further details. Full-time classes will run from 9.00am until 5.05pm with allowance being made for lunch and morning/afternoon tea-breaks.

Assessment / Examinations Courses may be assessed solely by internal assessment, external assessment or a combination of internal and external assessment. College staff will give full details of assessment/examination requirements to students.

Finance Office This office is situated in the main foyer of the Renfrew Building and is open for the payment of registration, course and examination fees from 8.45am until 4.45pm Monday to Friday.

Bursary / Funding Section (EMA, Housing, Childcare & Hardship) This section is located adjacent to the main reception in the Renfrew Building and is open from 8.30am 2.00pm and in the College Summer Break.

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general information

Library & Interactive Centre The College Library aims to provide an innovative, responsive & proactive learning resource service supporting the teaching, learning, & research needs of its users, in such a way as to meet its requirements and expectations and achieve the highest professional standards in a cost effective, stimulating and friendly manner. Situated on the first floor on the Abercorn building, you will find a collection of print materials (books, newspapers, magazines) to support the Reid Kerr College curriculum. The College’s large collection of educational video is available for students to view in the library. The library offers a general study area. There are 36 computer workstations, which allow access to the Internet and to Microsoft Office & other software. The College subscribes to a growing number of electronic datasets, which allow users to retrieve information from hundreds of periodicals & newspapers, thousands of electronic books as well as an online reference library & other relevant electronic materials. Most of these resources are also available off- campus - ask a member of library staff for details (0141 581 2391). There is a free printing & photocopying facility. Further details of all library facilities and resources can be found on the library website at http://students.reidkerr.ac.uk/library/

Student Association The Students’ Association is the representative organisation for students within Reid Kerr College. It is run by the students for the students. Its aims are to maintain and improve student welfare, finance and facilities, both within the College and on a national level through affiliated membership of the National Union of Students (NUS). Membership of Reid Kerr College Students’ Association & NUS is free and automatic to individual students (both fulltime and part-time). The Students’ Association also issues NUS Democracy Cards. The Students’ Association produces a guide for all new students on life within the College and as a student in general. The Students’ Association also provides a programme of entertainment that will appeal to students of all ages throughout the year and assists in the funding of several clubs and societies, ranging from sport to cultural groups. The Student’s Common Room is ideally situated across from the main refectory in the Oakshaw building. Run by students, it is a purpose built area which offers a place to chill out between classes, catch up with friends, challenge each other to a couple of games of pool or try out the latest computer games. It is an area for you as a Student at Reid Kerr College to share and experience the non academic support we can provide!

If you would like to find out more about the Student Association, then give the Students Association a call on 0141 581 2132.

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Accommodation Since many of our students come from other parts of the country we know how important it is that they settle into their new environment as quickly as possible. A key factor here is helping the student find somewhere suitable to live. The College maintains an up-to-date register of local accommodation. We recommend that students try to find suitable accommodation as soon as possible after being accepted on a course. For further information contact Admissions on 0800 052 7343.

School Links Reid Kerr College is proud of its links with secondary schools throughout Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire and has developed a full and exciting programme that offers school students from S3 - S6 the chance to experience college life. These courses are designed to enhance the learning experience of school students. Course information is available for students, parents and teachers which will help in choosing relevant educational and training opportunities.

Visit to Schools The School Liaison Team, will be delighted to attend option evenings, parents evenings and guidance sessions to talk about the opportunities available in further education.

For further information on any School Links please contact Cherry Briggs, Schools Liaison Manager on 0141 581 2237 or email cbriggs@reidkerr.ac.uk

Health & Safety The College is committed to provide a safe and healthy environment for all our students, staff and visitors who use the premises. To this end the College has a full-time Health & Safety Officer to advise the College on all matters regarding legislation, regulations and guidelines. The College Health & Safety documents are available on the intranet. Smoking is prohibited within 10 metres of entrances to all buildings. Litter is a general problem, and everyone is asked to use the bins that are placed around the College campus. A number of the staff are qualified in First Aid and are there to deal with any accidents, injuries and illness. All staff and students are given an initial Health & Safety induction session to ensure that they are aware of the procedures regarding emergency evacuation. Everyone is expected to comply with the general safety precautions with regard to workshops, where procedures, equipment and clothing are necessary. Traffic signs are displayed indicating “No Entry” and “One Way” on internal roads with a speed limit of 5 m.p.h. Please use designated parking areas only.

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Places to Eat The College has a main refectory and a training restaurant in the Renfrew Building and a shop and coffee pod in Renfrew North. For added convenience there are vending machines situated in the various College buildings. Services are available throughout the College, the Main Refectory opens from 8.20am to 3.30pm. The catering services provide breakfasts, lunches and snacks and are open to the general public. Any students with special dietary requirements please contact Stuart Mullen, Refectory Manager.

Open to the Public Students, members of the public and visitors to the College are made most welcome in ‘The Renfrew Room’ Training Restaurant where Hospitality Students learn their production cookery and food & beverage service skills. It is open daily for lunches and on numerous occasions throughout the year for gourmet dinners. The Renfrew Room has a capacity of 60 people for meals and can be reserved in advance for private bookings, such as wedding receptions, anniversaries and other special occassions. To reserve a table for lunch telephone 0141 581 2385 or call into the Renfrew Room on the ground floor of the Renfrew Building between 9.00am and 4.00pm. A wide range of Hairdressing and Beauty treatments are available daily throughout the session to enable students to enhance their practical skills. Services include ladies and gents cutting, hair colouring, blow drying setting and long hair work. Beauty students offer facials, manicures and various massage treatments and are always looking for willing volunteers to act as clients, during commercial beauty salon days throughout the year. To book treatments telephone 0141 581 2392 or call into the Hairdressing & Beauty Reception Desk on the Ground floor of the Renfrew North Building.

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Car Parking There is car parking space for students, staff and visitors in the Main College car park. Dedicated disabled car parking facilities are available, contact the Admissions Unit for further details. Parking elsewhere is strictly prohibited for security and safety reasons and vehicles may be removed.

Spiritual Care Team The multi-cultural and multi-faith Spiritual Care Team offers guidance and understanding with an ear to listen and irrespective of your cultural and religious background or situation there is a member of the College’s Spiritual Care Team who can assist. The College also provides a multi-faith sanctuary space for both students and staff. To find out more about this service, arrange an informal meeting, or find out more about scheduled events contact: Student Services, Opportunity Centre, Main Building, Reid Kerr College, Renfrew Road, Paisley, PA3 4DR. Tel: 0141 581 2251

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My cousin studied Computing at Reid Kerr and following her success my mum was keen for me to come to Scotland and enrol on a similar course. After finishing school in Uganda, I travelled to Scotland and enrolled at Reid Kerr to study an NC Access to Information Technology, which I studied full-time for 1 year. The course was ideal and just what I wanted to do, I returned later that year to study for the HNC & HND Computing: Technical Support. The staff and fellow students have made me feel very welcome with the International Officer at Reid Kerr being a great support during my studies.

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Natasha Kachaku - HND Computing: Technical Support

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The course was brilliant, every aspect of it has helped me in my career so far, it didn't seem like work! It was fun and I looked forward to going in everyday. Everything subject was well covered rrom Programming to Radio Law and News.

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Ben Gilmour - HNC Creative Industries: Radio

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business school

We offer a wide range of Administrative, Business, Computing & IT programmes as well as qualifications in Accounting, Community Development, ESOL, Learning & Development, Management & Trade Union Studies. Qualifications are available from introductory to degree / professional level. Learning takes place in bright well-equipped rooms. Computing facilities are continually updated to meet developments in the industry. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to find a study option to suit your lifestyle - be it Full-Time, Part-Time, Evening or Distance Learning. We also offer customised training courses for businesses as well as training, often free of charge, to specific groups such as women returners and the long-term unemployed. We are approved to offer work-based qualifications to those in employment.

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Business School

accounting & finance/administration & IT

HND Accounting

HNC Accounting

SCQF level : 8

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

Core: Recording Financial Information, Preparing Final Accounts, Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Using Financial Accounting Software (SAGE), Financial Reporting & Analysis, Business Taxation, Accounting For Specialised Transactions.

Core: Recording Financial Information, Preparing Final Accounts, Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Using Financial Accounting Software (SAGE).

Options Include: Business Law, Economics, Statistics, Communication, Payroll, Information Technology, Income Tax, Maths for Business, Company Law, Workplace Experience.

Entry Requirements 1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA Units at Intermediate 2 or equivalent or other relevant qualifications or experience.

Options: Business Law, Economics, Statistics, Communication, Payroll, Information Technology, Workplace Experience.

Entry Requirements 1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA Units at Intermediate 2 or equivalent or other relevant qualifications or experience.

Study Mode Full-Time, Part-Time, Day Release, Distance Learning.

Study Mode

Progression To

Full-Time, Part-Time Day.

Access to University Degree courses. Part exemption from various Professional Accounting Qualifications. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Progression To Access to University Degree courses. Part exemption from various Professional Accounting Qualifications. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Career Paths Accounting Technician, Accounts Assistant, Trainee Accountant, Financial or Management Accountant.

Career Paths Accounts Assistant, Trainee Accountant, Financial Administrator.

HND Administration & Information Technology SCQF level : 8

Course Content

NC Accounting SCQF level : 5

Course Content Subjects include: Recording Financial Transactions, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Communication, Economics, Numeracy, SAGE Computerised Accounting, Wages & Salaries, European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL), Introduction to Contract Law.

Entry Requirements This course is designed for students who have completed Standard Grades at General/Credit level or Intermediate 1 courses. Mature Students do not require formal qualifications.

Subjects include: Word Processing, Database and Spreadsheets at HNC and HND advanced level, Recording Financial Transactions, Office Administration/Management, Business Information Management, Developing Individuals, Presentation Skills, Project Management, Personal Development Planning. Options: On this course you can choose from a range of options or specialise in the following areas: Medical Administration or Human Resource Management. A work placement is also optional. Students doing the medical options can be credited with the PDA in Medical Administration.

Entry Requirements 1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA Units at Intermediate 2 or Higher or other relevant qualifications or experience.

Study Mode

Full-Time, Part-Time Day.

Full-Time.

Progression To

Progression To HNC/HND Accounting or other HNC courses.

Career Paths Career in Financial Administration, Book-keeping, Accounting.

Access to 2nd Year of HND Administration & Information Technology or Degree courses. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Career Paths Career as Office Manager, Executive Assistant, PA or Office Supervisor/Senior Administrator.

Business School

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NC Administration

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

Subjects include: Information Technology, Word Processing, Audio, Communication, Event Organisation, Business Documents, Finance, Research, Preparing Presentations.

Core: Office Technologies; Information Technology in Business (Databases, Word Processing & Presentation Applications, Spreadsheets) Office Administration, Communication, Book-Keeping, Personal Development Planning. Options: On this course you can specialise in the following areas: Medical Administration or Human Resource Management. A work placement is also optional. Students doing the medical options can be credited with the PDA in Medical Administration.

Entry Requirements 1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA Units at Intermediate 2 or higher or other relevant qualifications or experience.

Study Mode

administration & IT/business

HNC Administration & Information Technology

SCQF level : 5

Entry Requirements This course is designed for students who have completed Standard Grades at General/Credit level or Intermediate 1 courses. Mature students do not require formal qualifications.

Study Mode Full-Time, Part-Time Day.

Progression To

Full-Time, Part-Time, Day Release, Distance Learning.

HNC/HND Administration & Information Technology; Accounting; Business.

Progression To

Career Paths

Secretary, Receptionist, Audio Typist and Telephonist.

Career Paths Career as a Supervisory Level Administrator, Personal Assistant or Secretary.

HND Business SCQF level : 8

Course Content

NC Medical Secretary SCQF level : 4/5

Course Content Subjects include: Word Processing, Medical Terminology, Medical Reception & Records, Medical Work Experience, Communication, IT for Administrators.

Entry Requirements This course is designed for students who have completed Standard Grades at General/Credit level or Intermediate 1 courses. Mature students do not require formal qualifications.

Core: Business Accounting, Economics, Marketing, Managing People & Organisations, Spreadsheets, Information Technology, Communication, Business Culture & Strategy, Business Law, Preparing Financial Forecasts, Behavioural Skills for Business, Statistics, Business Contractual Relationships, Project. Options: The following options are available: Information Technology, Human Resource Management, Personal Development Planning.

Entry Requirements 1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA Units at Intermediate 2 or equivalent or other relevant qualifications or experience.

Study Mode

Full-Time, Part-Time Day.

Full-Time, Part-Time, Day Release, Evening.

Progression To

HNC/HND Administration & Information Technology; Accounting; Business.

Access to 2nd Year of HND Business or Degree courses. Part exemption from various Professional Qualifications. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Career Paths Medical Secretary, Typist or Receptionist in a GP Practice, Hospital or General Office.

Career Paths Entry to Supervisory Level Administrative, Managerial or Commercial positions in Business. Self-Employment.

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business

HNC Business

NC Business

SCQF level : 7

SCQF level : 5

Course Content

Core: Software Application Packages (Word Processing, Database & Spreadsheets), Business Accounting, Economics, Marketing, Communication, Management, Final Exam.

This is a broad based qualification combining business skills with IT skills and leads to a group award in Business at level 5.

Options: The following options are available: Law, Sage, Statistics.

Subjects include: Business Management, Economics, Finance, Communication, Numeracy, Administration, Law, PC Passport, Event Organisation, Marketing, Customer Care.

Entry Requirements 1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA Units at Intermediate 2 or equivalent or other relevant qualifications or experience.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode

This course is designed for students who have completed Standard Grades at General/Credit level or Intermediate 1 courses. Mature students do not require formal qualifications.

Full-Time, Part-Time, Day Release, Evening & Distance Learning.

Study Mode Full-Time, Part-Time Day.

Progression To Access to 2nd Year of HND Business or Degree courses. Part exemption from various Professional Qualifications. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Career Paths

Progression To HNC/HND Business, Administration & Information Technology or other relevant HN courses.

Career Paths Administrative careers in Commerce and the Public Sector.

Entry to Supervisory Level Administrative, Managerial or Commercial positions in Business. Self-Employment.

SVQ Level 2 Business Administration

SVQ Level 3 Business Administration/ Modern Apprenticeship in Business Administration

SCQF level : 5

Course Content Course content to be confirmed. Please contact the College for further information on 0800 052 7343.

SCQF level : 6

Entry Requirements

Course content to be confirmed. Please contact the College for further information on 0800 052 7343.

No formal entry qualifications. Candidates must be trainees or employees in an appropriate occupation.

Course Content

Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements. Candidates must be trainees or employees in an appropriate adminstrative post.

Study Mode Work Based.

Study Mode

Progression To SVQ Level 3/Modern Apprenticeship Administration.

Work Based.

Progression To

Career Paths Employment in an administrative related function.

HNC Administration & Information Technology.

Career Paths Employment in a supervisory administrative post or as a secretary/administrator.

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SVQ Level 3 Customer Service

Course Content

Course content to be confirmed. Please contact the College for further information on 0800 052 7343.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements but candidates must be employees or skillseekers in an area dealing with customer service.

Study Mode

Work Based.

Progression To

SVQ Level 3 Customer Service.

SVQs at Supervisory & Managerial Levels.

Career Paths

A wide range of career and promotion opportunities exist within the Customer Service Sector.

NC Working with Communities SCQF level : 5/6

HND/BSc* Computing: Software Development

Course Content

SCQF level : 8

Core Units: Values & Principles, Community Groups: An Introduction, Sociological Perspectives, Understanding Equality & Diversity, Local Community Investigations, Communications, Workplace Experience.

Course Content

Options include: Adult Learning, Youth Work, Capacity Building, Volunteering: An Introduction, Committee Skills, Child Protection, Community Arts, Sports Development, Community Drama, First Aid, Information Technology, Introduction to Counselling, Psychology.

The topics you will study include: Java, Visual Basic Programming, Data Structures, Project Management, Systems Analysis & Design, Developing Multimedia Applications, Graded Project, Web Development, Animation.

Entry Requirements

1 Higher or SGA at Intermediate 2 or NC Digital Media or other relevant computing qualifications or experience.

This course is designed for students who have completed Standard Grades at General/Credit level or Intermediate 1 courses. Mature students do not require formal qualifications.

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To HNC Working with Communities.

Career Paths There are a variety of employment opportunities in both the statutory and voluntary sectors in the area of Community Learning & Development.

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business/community development/ computing

SVQ Level 2 Customer Service

The aim of this course is to produce students for industry with a sound knowledge of computing, its software application and development.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode 2 year Full-Time programme.

Progression To Allows direct access to year 3 of a selection of University Degree courses at the University of the West of Scotland, Glasgow Caledonian University or Napier University, Edinburgh. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request. *3rd year at the University of the West of Scotland.

Career Paths Computer Programmer, Systems Analyst, Systems Developer, Software Engineer, Application Designer, Web Developer, Project Manager. Business School

computing

HND/BSc* Computing: Technical Support

HND/BSc* Information Technology: Database Administration

SCQF level : 8

Course Content

Core Units: Computer Architecture 1, Computer Operating Systems 1 and 2, Networks: Planning, IT Applications Software 1, Working within a project team, Client operating systems, Network Server Operating System, Project Management 1; Network Technology and Data Communications, Professional Issues in Computing, Computing Graded Units - Project & Examination.

The main subject areas in this updated course include: IT Applications, Database Design, Application Development, IT Legislation, Publishing E-Commerce Websites, Web Technology and Security, Software Development, Project Management, SQL, Relational Database Systems Programming.

Options: Multi User Operating Systems, Internet: Web Server Management, Providing Support to Users, Supporting Users & Desktop Trouble Shooting Operating Systems & Applications, Graded Project, Personal Development Planning, Hardware Concepts, CISCO, IT Essentials (Networking), Operating Systems Concepts.

Entry Requirements 1 Higher or SGA at Intermediate 2 or other relevant qualifications/experience.

Course delivery incorporates the Oracle Academy Curriculum offering the opportunity to pursue Oracle Certification.

Entry Requirements 1 Higher, 12 relevant SQA Units, NC Digital Media or other relevant qualification or experience.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Study Mode

Progression To

Full-Time.

Access to Degree courses at University. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request. *3rd year at the University of the West of Scotland.

Progression To Access to 2nd or 3rd year of a support related computing degree. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request. *3rd year at the University of the West of Scotland.

Career Paths

Career Paths Information Managers, Trainee Systems Analysts, Information Technology Specialists, Information Technology Trainers.

IT/Computing technician or a technical support role.

HND/BSc* Interactive Media: Web Development

HNC/HND Computer Games Development

SCQF level : 8

SCQF level : 7/8

Course Content

Subjects include: Developing an Interactive Product, Sound & Vision for Interactivity, Building an E-Business, Animation, Digital Media: Audio, Digital Media: Video, Web Development, User Interface Design.

Entry Requirements

This course is designed to provide students with the fundamental skills required for developing games. It focuses on essential computing knowledge combined with specialized games related topics. The course introduces students to Games Technology, Games Design, 2D & 3D Modeling & Animation, Audio, Games Programming and Mathematics.

1 Higher or NC Digital Media or experience.

Entry Requirements Minimum of 1 Higher (Maths preferred) with Standard Grade at Credit Level or SGA at Intermediate 2 or NC Digital Media. Mature students are welcome to apply without the above qualifications but with other relevant qualifications and/or experience.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To Access to third year Interactive and Multimedia related University Degree programmes. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request. *3rd Year at the University of the West of Scotland.

Career Paths Web Design, Multimedia Authoring, Multimedia Production, Web Developer, Content Analyst, Digital Graphic Design, Web Editor, Project Manager.

Business School

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To Students may progress onto the second year of the HND in Computer Games Development. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Career Paths Possible employment opportunities within the Games Industry.

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SCQF level : 7

HNC Computing (Technical Support Option)

Course Content

SCQF level : 7

The course provides essential underpinning knowledge and gives you a good grounding in the fundamentals of computing including both software development and computer support.

Course Content

The topics you will study include: Computer Architecture, Computer Operating Systems, Computer Planning, Visual Basic Programming, Hardware Concepts, Systems Analysis, Using MS Office.

Entry Requirements 1 Higher or SGA at Intermediate 2 or NC Digital Media or other relevant computing qualifications or experience. Mature students without formal qualifications may be accepted via interview.

Study Mode

Subjects include: Computer Architecture 1, Computer Operating Systems 1, Information Technology Applications Software 1, Networks, Planning, HNC Exam, Multi User Operating Systems, Providing Support to Users, Working within a Project Team, Hardware Concepts, Operating Systems Concepts, CISCO, IT Essentials (Networking).

Entry Requirements 1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA Units or other relevant qualifications and experience or NC Digital Media.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

1 year full-time or on a part-time basis.

Progression To

Access to 2nd year HND Computing: Technical Support or further study in this area. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Allows direct access to 2nd year of HND Computing: Software Development or HND Computing: Support. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Career Paths Trainee Programmer, Trainee Systems Analyst, Computer Operators, General Computing Positions, Software Developer.

Career Paths Careers in areas such as Computer Network Technician or Computer Technical Support.

HNC IT: Database Administration*

HNC Interactive Media: Web Development

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

This popular course has been redesigned to meet the growing demand for people who can build and maintain databases which store critical information on customers and inventory. This course is suitable for learners who would like to specialise in database design and administration.

This course aims to equip students with necessary skills to follow a career within the interactive media fields at a junior management level. Course contains the following subjects: Interactive Media Planning, Interactive Media Authoring, Digital Imaging Bitmap & Vector, User Interface Design, Graded Unit, Working within a Project Team, Web Development, Personal Development Planning, IT Applications.

Subjects include: Database Development, Database Design, Fundamentals, SQL using Oracle, Software Development, Internet: Web Development, Project Management, Advanced Office Applications, First Line Support, Working within a Project Team.

Software includes: Adobe Dreamweaver, Director, Flash, Coreldraw & MS Office.

Entry Requirements

One Higher Grade pass, equivalent NC or relevant experience. For those returning to education, life skills and experience in the workplace may allow entry subject to availability.

1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA units at Intermediate 2 level or NC Digital Media or experience.

Study Mode

Full-Time, Day Release & Part-Time.

Full-Time.

Progression To

Access to 2nd year of HND Interactive Media: Web Development. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Successful learners may progress to Year 2 of HND Information Technology or a career in Database Design or Administration. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request. *Successful learners will achieve the HNC award in Information Technology from SQA.

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computing

HNC Computing

Study Mode

Career Paths Web Development, Multimedia Production, Web Design Maintenance. Business School

computing

NC Digital Media Computing with Computer Hardware & Support

NC Digital Media Computing with Games Development

SCQF level : 4&5

Course Content

Course Content IT Essentials, Software Development, Internet & Online Communications, Office & Personal Applications, Computer Hardware & Systems, Digital Multimedia Elements, Numeracy, Communications, STRATA.

Digital Game Design, Animation Fundamentals, Software Development, Internet & On-line Communications, Office & Personal Applications, Computer Hardware & Systems, Digital Multimedia Elements, Numeracy, Communications.

Entry Requirements

No formal entry requirements.

Study Mode

Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To

HNC/D Computing: Technical Support, HN courses in IT, Web Development.

HNC Computer Games Development, HNC/D Computing: Software Development, HN courses in IT, Web Development.

SCQF level : 4&5

Career Paths Possible career paths include: Trainee IT/Network Technician, Computer Operations and General Administration Positions.

Career Paths Possible career paths include: Trainee Programmer, Computer Operations, and General Administration Positions.

NC Digital Media Computing with Software Development

NC Digital Media Computing with Web Development

SCQF level : 4&5

Course Content

Software Development, Internet & On-line Communications, Computer Hardware & Systems, Numeracy, Communications, Web Development, Computer Programming, Databases & Spreadsheets.

Animation, Web Design Fundamentals, Interactive Multimedia for Website Development, PC Passport/MOS, Digital Media Elements, Communication, Numeracy.

Entry Requirements

No formal entry requirements.

Study Mode

Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To

HNC/D Computing: Software Development, HN Cources in Information Technology.

HNC/D courses in Interactive Multimedia Computing, Computing (Technical Support), Computing and Information Technology.

Career Paths Possible career paths include: Software Developer, Computer Programmer, Database Operations, Web Developer.

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Career Paths Possible career paths include: Trainee Web Page Designer, Trainee Multimedia Designer, Trainee Multimedia Author, Trainee Multimedia Computer Technician.

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SVQ Level 2 Information Technology User

SCQF level : 5

Course Content

European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL), Advanced ECDL, Applied Multimedia, Web Page Design, Database Practitioner, Word Processing Practitioner, Communication.

Core: Make Selective Use Of Information Technology.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To HNC Computing, HNC Multimedia Computing, HNC Information Technology, HNC Computing (Technical Support).

Career Paths Enhances career prospects where a knowledge of Information Technology is required.

computing

Access to Information Technology

Options: Use IT Systems, Operate A Computer, IT Trouble Shooting For Users, IT Maintenance, Security For Users, Use IT to Exchange Information, Internet & Intranets, Email, Word Processing, Database, Website Software, Artwork & Imaging Software, Presentation, Specialist Or Bespoke Software, Evaluate The Impact of IT.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications.

Study Mode Work Based.

Progression To SVQ Level 3, NC Computing.

Career Paths Career Advancement.

SVQ Level 3 Information Technology User

Microsoft Office Specialist

SCQF level : 6

Course Content

Reid Kerr is a Microsoft IT Academy. We offer a full range of global IT certifications, Office Specialist (MOS) Certification at specialist and expert levels leading to Master certification.

Core: Make Selective Use Of Information Technology. Options: Use IT Systems, Operate A Computer, IT Trouble Shooting For Users, IT Maintenance, Security, Use IT to Exchange Information, Internet & Intranets, Email, Word Processing, Database, Website Software, Artwork & Imaging Software, Presentation, Specialist Or Bespoke Software, Evaluate The Impact of IT.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications.

Study Mode Work Based.

Progression To SVQ Level 4 or HN Computing Programmes.

Career Paths

SCQF level : 5

Microsoft Office Specialist Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook at both specialist and expert levels.

Entry Requirements Microsoft Office Specialist level is suitable for competent users, while the Expert level is for advanced practitioners.

Study Mode Part-Time

Progression To Further study.

Career Paths Career advancement

Career Advancement.

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Business School

computing/esol

European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

CISCO CCNA Training

SCQF level : 5

Reid Kerr College is a CISCO Networking Academy. We offer semesters one to four of the CISCO Networking Academy Curriculum.

SCQF level : 8

Course Content Subjects include: Basic Concepts, Managing Files, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Databases, Presentations, Information & Communication.

Course Content Full details of the curriculum are available at www.cisco.com/edu/emea

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode Part-Time & Distance Learning.

This course requires prior knowledge of computing and network systems.

Progression To

Study Mode

Further Computing & Information Technology qualifications, including Advanced ECDL.

Day Release & Evening.

Career Paths

Professional Development Award or HNC/D in Computing: Technical Support.

Progression To

Enhances career prospects where a knowledge of Information Technology is of benefit. ECDL is now the accepted industry standard for basic Information Technology Training.

Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST)

Career Paths A career in Computer Network Support

SCQF level : 7

Intensive English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Elementary

Course Content

SCQF level : 3

The Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) credential proves that you have the skills to successfully support end-users and to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments that are running the Microsoft Windows operating system. MCDST candidates are required to pass two core exams.

Entry Requirements This course requires prior knowledge and experience of working within a Windows environment.

Study Mode

Course Content Participants will practise skills for social situations (e.g. meeting new people, writing informal letters), work-related situations (e.g. attending interviews, writing business letters) and study situations (e.g. filling in application forms, finding information on the internet). In addition to English language, participants will have classes in basic IT skills, study skills and citizenship. On successful completion of this course, participants will have an SQA ESOL Access 3 qualification.

Entry Requirements

Day Release & Part-Time.

There are no formal entry requirements. An initial assessment and interview with a member of the ESOL team will place candidates in the most appropriate course.

Progression To

Study Mode

Professional Development Award or HNC/D in Computing: Technical Support.

Full-Time.

Career Paths

Intensive ESOL Intermediate level.

A career in computer technical support.

Career Paths

Progression To

In all the ESOL courses, participants will develop language skills which will enable them to pursue a wide range of educational and work-related goals.

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Intensive English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Intermediate 2

SCQF level : 4

SCQF level : 5

Course Content

This course aims to build participants’ confidence in communication skills so that they can take part more fully in social, work and study situations. There will be lots of practice through role-play, discussions and use of the language laboratory.

At this level, participants can already use English comfortably in a wide range of situations. This course aims to build on existing skills and help participants become more accurate, more fluent and more confident so that they can access suitable work, training and study opportunities. The course will include the following units at SQA Intermediate 2 level: ESOL: Everyday Communication, ESOL: Study-Related Contexts, Working with Others, Problem Solving, Local Investigations and IT Skills, as well as College certificates in Job Seeking Skills, Communication Skills, Personal Presentation, ESOL & Citizenship, Study Skills, Exam Practice for IELTS. To gain the full SQA ESOL Intermediate 2 qualification, candidates will sit an external examination as part of the course.

The course will include the following units: ESOL: Everyday Communication, ESOL: Transactional Contexts, ESOL: Work & Study Related Contexts, Personal Development Planning, Working with Others, Problem Solving, Introduction to IT, Job Seeking Skills, Personal Presentation, ESOL & Citizenship, Study Skills, Writing for Work.

Entry Requirements Applicants should have successfully completed an elementary level course at SQA Access 3 level or equivalent. There will be an interview with a member of the ESOL team to place applicants in the most appropriate course.

Study Mode Full-Time.

esol

Intensive English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Intermediate 1

Entry Requirements Applicants should have successfully completed a course at SQA Intermediate 1 level or equivalent. There will be an interview with a member of the ESOL team to place applicants in the most suitable course.

Study Mode

Progression To

Full-Time.

Intensive ESOL Intermediate 2. At this stage, stronger candidates may be ready to progress on to College courses in other subjects at NC level.

Progression To

Career Paths In all the ESOL courses, participants will develop language skills which will enable them to pursue a wide range of educational and work-related goals.

Intensive ESOL Higher or a course from the wider College programme. Stronger candidates may feel ready to apply for HNC courses in the College.

Career Paths In all the ESOL courses, participants will develop language skills which will enable them to pursue a wide range of educational and work-related goals.

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I have really enjoyed studying English here in Scotland as it has created a lot of opportunities for me. Along with many other subjects we learn everyday language skills in the ESOL classes and this has helped make living here a lot easier - I can now communicate well in many life style situations. I hope to continue with a Higher English language course at Reid Kerr next year and to continue to improve my language skills, working towards further education and training in Administration.

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Malgorzata Szarpak from Poland

Business School

esol/learning & development

L&D9DI Award - Assess Intensive English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Higher Level Workplace Competence using Direct & Indirect Methods SCQF level : 6 Course Content

SCQF level : 7

The Intensive ESOL Higher course combines advanced language skills work with study of other subjects from the wider College programme. Core language units include: SQA ESOL: Everyday Communication (Higher), SQA ESOL: Study-Related Contexts (Higher), SQA ESOL: Work-related contexts (Higher), Access to Media in ESOL, Exam Practice for IELTS, Advanced Communication Skills. Candidates will study two other subjects from the wider College programme each term. To gain the full SQA ESOL Higher qualification, candidates will sit an external examination as part of the course.

Course Content

Entry Requirements

Study Mode

Prepare to Assess, Plan Assessments, Assess Candidate Performance & Knowledge, Confirm Progression & Achievement.

Entry Requirements Candidates for this award must have experience and/or qualifications in the area in which they will be assessing. They will also require access to candidates in an accredited centre eg accredited workplace or training centre or in a college who are working towards a National Qualification.

Applicants should have successfully completed a course at SQA 26 week course on a flexible basis, various start dates Intermediate 2 level or equivalent. There will be an interview throughout the session. with a member of the ESOL team to place applicants in the most suitable course. Progression To

Study Mode Full-Time.

Associated Management & Training Qualifications, Professional Awards and S/NVQ Programmes.

Progression To

Career Paths

College HNC courses or University courses depending on previous experience and qualifications.

Progression within training and assessing role in organisations.

Career Paths In all the ESOL courses, participants will develop language skills which will enable them to pursue a wide range of educational and work-related goals.

L&D11-Internally Monitor &Maintain the Quality of Workplace Assessment

SVQ Level 3 Learning & Development

SCQF level : 7

SCQF level : 6

Course Content

Preparing to Carry Out Internal Quality Assurance, Planning Internal Quality Assurance, Carrying Out Planned Monitoring of the Quality of Assessment, Providing Assessors with Feedback, Advice & Support to Help Them Maintain & Improve their Assessment Practice, Meeting Appropriate External Quality Assurance Requirements.

Subjects covered: Plan & Prepare Specific Learning & Development Activities, Engage & Support Learner in the Learning & Development Process, Reflect On Develop & Maintain Own Skills & Practice in Learning & Development, Manage Learning & Development Groups, Facilitate Individual Learning & Development, Identify Individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Learning & Development Needs, Develop & Prepare Resources for Learning & Development.

Entry Requirements Candidates for this award must have appropriate industrial experience and/or qualifications in the area in which they will be verifying. They will also require access to assessors and candidates in an accredited centre eg accredited workplace or training centre or in a college who are working towards a National Qualification. They will also be required to meet with an external moderator for the award they are verifying.

Entry Requirements Experience in a Training role at the appropriate level.

Study Mode Work Based, various start dates throughout the session.

Study Mode Up to 40 weeks with start dates flexible throughout the session.

Progression To Associated Management & Training Qualifications, Professional Awards and S/NVQ Programmes.

Progression To SVQ Level 4 Learning & Development, CIPD Association Member.

Career Paths Career advancement.

Career Paths Progression within training and verification role in organisations. 28

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HNC Human Resource Management

SCQF level : 8

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

Subjects include: Plan & Prepare Learning & Development Programmes, Evaluate & Improve Learning & Development Provision, Reflect On Develop & Maintain Own Skills & Practice in Learning & Development, Identify Collective Learning & Development Needs, Identify Individual Learning & Development Needs, Develop & Prepare Resources for Learning & Development.

Core: Introduction to Human Resource Management, Employment Law, Introduction to Continuing Professional Development, An Introduction to Finance, Recruitment, Selection & Induction, Interviewing, IT in Business: Word Processing, Spreadsheets & Databases, Graded Unit. Options: Business Context, An Introduction to Learning & Development.

Experience in a Training role at the appropriate level.

Completion of the following options will allow Associate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development.

Study Mode

Entry Requirements

Work Based, various start dates throughout the session.

1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA Units or other relevant qualifications or experience.

Entry Requirements

Progression To SVQ Level 5 Learning & Development, CIPD Association Member.

learning & development/management

SVQ Level 4 Learning & Development

Study Mode Full-Time, Part-Time, Evening or Blended Learning.

Career Paths

Progression To

Career advancement.

Advanced access to degree course by completion of additional Units.

Career Paths Human Resource Management Administrator/Assistant with opportunities for career advancement, further studies with CIPD.

HNC Management

PDA in Leadership & Change

SCQF level : 7

SCQF level : 8

Course Content

This is a broad based Business qualification, which aims to provide the skills necessary for career advancement and employment in Administrative, Managerial and Commercial Positions. It also articulates directly into many diploma/degree programmes in Business Management. Subjects include: Management: Developing Self Management Skills, Management: Leadership at Work, Management: Plan, Lead & Implement Change, Managing & Working with People, Manage Operational Resources, Creating a Culture of Customer Care.

This brand new SQA Professional Development Award is ideal for students who have previously undertaken an HNC therefore allowing progression to either further HND level units, CMI Programmes or to a degree programme. The course consists of 2 credits of units (which are part of the HNC in Management). Subjects include: Leadership at Work and Plan, Lead & Implement Change.

Entry Requirements Chartered Management Institute/ Institute of Leadership & Management Introductory Award and relevant experience.

Study Mode Distance Learning. (Study Pack, Online Materials and Tutor Support).

Progression To Chartered Management Institute Diploma programme. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Career Paths

Entry Requirements The award would be suitable for anyone who is already in a first line management role or who wishes to go into a management role and who wishes to gain some qualifications and knowledge in this area.

Study Mode Distance Learning (Study Pack, Online Materials and Tutor Support).

Progression To Full Diploma Management or CMI qualifications. Parttime progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Career Paths Career advancement in Management.

Career advancement in Management.

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management

PDA in Managing Resources & Quality

PDA in Managing Self & Others

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

This brand new SQA Professional Development Award is ideal for students who have previously undertaken an HNC, therefore allowing progression to either further HND level units, CMI Programmes or to a degree programme. The course consists of 2 credits of units (which are part of the HNC in Management). Subjects include: Self Management Skills and Managing & Working with People.

This brand new SQA Professional Development Award is ideal for students who have previously undertaken an HNC, therefore allowing progression to either further HND level units, CMI Programmes or to a degree programme. The course consists of 2 credits of units (which are part of the HNC in Management). Subjects include: Management of Operational Resources and Management of Quality.

Entry Requirements The award would be suitable for anyone who is already in a line management role or who wishes to go into a management role and who wishes to gain some qualifications and knowledge in this area.

Study Mode Distance Learning (Study Pack, Online Materials and Tutor Support).

Progression To Full HNC Management or CMI qualifications. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

SCQF level : 7

Study Mode Distance Learning (Study Pack, Online Materials and Tutor Support).

Progression to Full HNC Management or CMI qualifications. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Career Paths Career advancement in Management.

PDA in Strategic Management SCQF level : 9

Course Content This brand new SQA Professional Development Award is ideal for students who have previously undertaken an HNC, therefore allowing progression to either further HND level units, CMI Programmes or to a degree programme. The course consists of 2 credits of units (which are part of the HNC in Management). Subjects include: Strategic Management and Development of Strategic Plans.

Study Mode Distance Learning (Study Pack, Online Materials and Tutor Support).

Chartered Management Institute Courses Courses include: • • •

First Line Management Management & Leadership Strategic Management & Leadership

Each course is available at 3 levels including: • • •

Award Certificate Diploma

Each level requires a different time commitment and completion of a different amount of units. For further information on any of these programmes please contact Student Services on 0800 052 7343 or email: sservices@reidkerr.ac.uk

Career Paths Career advancement in Management. Other PDAs in Management are available for particular work roles. 30

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Chartered Management Institute Qualifications in Management & Leadership

SCQF level : 7

SCQF level : 9

Course Content

Units include: Personal Development as a First Line Manager, Resource Planning, Meeting Stakeholder Needs, Managing & Communicating Information, Developing Individual & Teams, Recruitment & Selection, Maintaining Quality Standards, Being a Leader, Improving Team Performance, Management Communication.

Units include: Personal Development, Information Based Decision Making, Resource Management, Meeting Stakeholder & Quality Needs, Conducting a Management Project, Performance Management, Being a Leader, Marketing Planning, Human Resource Development, Leadership Practice.

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Chartered Management Institute Qualifications in First Line Management

Entry Requirements Entry Requirements CMI or ILM Introductory Certificate in Management or relevant experience in a management position.

Chartered Management Institute Certificate in Management or SVQ/NVQ Level 3 Management or relevant experience in a management position.

Study Mode

Part-Time Evening or Distance Learning. Various start times in the session.

Part-Time Evening. Various start times in the session.

Progression To Progression To Chartered Management Institute Qualification in Management & Leadership and Strategic Management & Leadership.

Career Paths

Chartered Management Institute Qualification in Strategic Management & Leadership.

Career Paths Career progression in a management role.

Career progression in a management role.

Chartered Management Institute Qualifications in Strategic Management & Leadership

Chartered Management Institute Diploma in Public Service Leadership

SCQF level : 11

Course Content

The Diploma in Public Service Leadership is a qualification which has been designed with public sector organisations. It is aimed at developing professional managers within the public sector and encouraging them to work more collaboratively within and across organisations. As well as incorporating a high level of participation, the programme aims to build individual confidence and professionalism and to develop leadership skills to provide better local services through units including: Public Services Leadership - From Transactional to Transformational, Planning the Delivery of Public Service Projects, Managing Change in the Delivery of Public Services. Leading & Achieveing Service Performance, Planning to Meet Public Services Customer Requirements, Managing Performance in the Delivery of Public Services, Contributing to the Financial Efficiency in Public Services and the Collaborative Public Services Project.

Units include: Personal Development as a Strategic Manager, Strategic Performance Management, Financial Management, Strategic Information Management, Conducting a Strategic Management Project, Organisational Direction, Strategic Marketing, Organisational Change, Human Resource Planning, Strategic Leadership Practice.

Entry Requirements HNC in Managment, Institute of Leadership Managment (ILM) Certificate in Management or relevant experience in a Management position.

Study Mode

SCQF level : 9

Part-Time Evening or Distance Learning. Various start times in the session.

Entry Requirements

Progression To

Study Mode

Access to MBA Courses at Universities and further professional development awards.

Relevant experience in a management position. Blended approach including web support and dayrelease.

Progression to Career Paths Employment in Management.

Chartered Management Institute Executive Diploma and MBA studies.

Career Paths Career progression in Public Sector Management.

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Institute of Leadership & Management Certificate in Team Leading SCQF level : 5

Institute of Leadership & Management Introductory Certificate in First Line Management

Course Content

SCQF level : 6

Subject areas include: Developing Yourself, SelfManaged Teams, Coaching, Valuing Diversity, Fulfilling Customer Requirements, Team Leading Skills, Getting The Work Done, Communicating With People.

Course Content

Entry Requirements

Areas of study may include: Role & Responsibility of the Supervisor, Motivation & Leadership, Cost Awareness, Health & Safety, Managing Resources, Communicating, Interviewing, Managing Yourself, Developing People, Managing Change, Understanding Organisations.

No formal entry qualifications.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode

Supervisory experience or expectation of such.

Part-Time, normally completed over a 6 month period.

Study Mode

Progression to

Part-Time for one year.

Introductory Certificate in Management, Certificate in Management or SVQ Management.

Progression To Certificate in Management, HNC Management.

Career Paths Career Paths

Advancement in a management role.

Public or Private Sector Management.

Institute of Leadership & Management Introductory Award in Team Leading Online Course

SVQ Level 2 Team Leading SCQF level : 5

Course Content Core: Manage Your Own Resources, Provide Leadership for Your Team, Develop Productive Working Relationships with Colleagues, Ensure Your Own Action Reduce Risks to Health & Safety.

SCQF level : 5

Course Content Subjects include: Team Structure, Motivating The Team, Dealing With Conflict, Maintaining Discipline, Organising Yourself, Team Leading Skills, Leading People In Teams, Getting The Work Done, Communicating With People.

Entry Requirements

Optional: Encourage Innovation in Your Team, Allocate & Check Work in Your Team, Provide Learning Opportunities for Colleagues, Help Team Members Address Problems Affecting Their Performance, Participate in Meetings, Resolve Customer Service Problems, Support Customer Service Improvements.

No formal entry qualifications.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode

No formal entry qualifications. It is likely that candidates will be in employment.

Online programme with web support, 30 hours, normally completed over a period of up to 3 months.

Work Based, various start dates throughout the session.

Progression To Team Leader Award, Certificate in Management or SVQ Management.

Career Paths Advancement in a Management role.

Study Mode Progression To SVQ Level 3 Management, Certificate in Management Studies.

Career Paths Team Leading, Supervisory Management positions in many organisations.

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SVQ Level 4 Management

SCQF level : 6

Course Content

Core: Develop & Implement Operational Plans for Your Area of Responsibility, Encourage Innovation in Your Area of Responsibility, Develop Productive Working Relationships with Colleagues & Stakeholders, Ensure Health & Safety Requirements Are Met in Your Area of Responsibility, Manage Business Processes.

Core: Manage Your Own Resources & Professional Development, Provide Leadership in Your Area of Responsibility, Allocate & Monitor the Progress & Quality of Work in Your Area of Responsibility, Ensure Health & Safety Requirements Are Met in Your Area of Responsibility. Optional Units from a range including: Promote Equality of Opportunity & Diversity in Your Area of Responsibility, Encourage Innovation in Your Area of Responsibility, Plan Change, Implement Change, Develop Productive Working Relationships With Colleagues, Recruit Select & Keep Colleagues, Provide Learning Opportunities for Colleagues, Manage a Budget, Manage a Project.

SCQF level : 8

Optional Units from a range including: Manage Your Own Resources & Professional Development, Develop Your Personal Networks, Provide Leadership in Your Area of Responsibility, Lead Change, Plan Change, Manage a Project.

Entry Requirements

Experience in a Management role at the appropriate level.

Study Mode

Study Mode Work Based, various start dates throughout the session.

Progression To HNC Management, CMI Certificate in Management, SVQ Level 4 Management.

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SVQ Level 3 Management/ Modern Apprenticeship

Work Based, various start dates throughout the session.

Progression To Diploma in Management Studies and Degree Studies.

Career Paths Employment in Management.

Career Paths Employment in a Management Role.

SVQ Level 5 Management SCQF level : 11

Course Content Core: Provide Leadership for Your Organisation, Encourage Innovation in Your Organisation, Ensure an Effective Organisational Approach to Health & Safety, Improve Organisational Performance. Optional Units from a range including: Develop Your Personal Networks, Develop a Strategic Business Plan for Your Organisation, Put the Strategic Business Plan Into Action, Develop the Culture of Your Organisation, Manage Risk, Plan the Workforce, Provide Learning Opportunities for Colleagues, Develop & Review a Framework for Marketing.

Entry Requirements Experience in a Management role at the appropriate level.

Study Mode Work Based, various start dates throughout the session.

Progression To

Chartered Institute of Marketing - Introductory Certificate in Marketing Online Course SCQF level : 5

Course Content Subjects include: What is Marketing?, Understanding Customer Relationships.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications.

Study Mode Distance Learning approach with web support.

Progression To Chartered Institute of Marketing Professional Certificate in Marketing.

Career Paths Employment in a wide range of specialist and nonspecialist marketing positions.

Diploma in Management Studies and Degree Studies.

Career Paths Employment in Management.

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marketing/teaching qualifications

Chartered Institute of Marketing - Professional Certificate in Marketing

City & Guilds 7300 Introduction to Trainer Skills

SCQF level : 6

Course Content

Session Planning, Training Session Design, Delivering Training Session, Evaluating Training Session.

Subjects include: Marketing Essentials, Assessing the Marketing Environment, Market Information & Research, Marketing Stakeholders.

Entry Requirements CIM Introductory Certificate in Marketing or two yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; marketing experience or other relevant business qualifications or experience.

Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements, however, the award is suitable for those who work or want to train others in an organisation.

Study Mode 2 Full Days.

Study Mode Part-Time Evening.

Progression To

City & Guilds (7302), Level 3 Certificate and Diploma in Delivering Learning.

Chartered Institute of Marketing Professional Diploma in Marketing.

Career Paths

Trainer or Tutor in work based learning and the voluntary sector.

Employment in managing the marketing process at an operational level.

City & Guilds Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (7303) Level 3 & 4

City & Guilds Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (7304) Level 3 & 4

Course Content Subjects include: Roles, Responsibilities & Boundaries of the Teaching Role, Learning & Teaching Approaches, Deliver Inclusive & Motivating Sessions, Session Planning Skills, Assessment Methods & Record Keeping, Evaluation.

Course Content

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, but candidates must be considering a subject for delivery and be aiming to achieve / or have achieved a qualification and experience for their subject/skill at appropriate level.

Candidates should be qualified/experienced in the subject they intend to teach, have access to 30 teaching practice hours and possess reasonable levels of language, literacy and numeracy.

Study Mode

Part Time Day or Evening.

Progression To

Progression To City & Guilds Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (7304).

Teachers in the Lifelong Learning Sector, ie further, adult and community education, Trainer or Tutor in work-based learning and the voluntary sector.

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City & Guilds Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (7305).

Career Paths

Subjects include: Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector, Planning & Enabling Learning, Principles & Practices of Assessment and a range of optional units.

Teachers in the Lifelong Learning Sector, ie further, adult and community education, Trainer or Tutor in work-based learning and the voluntary sector.

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SCQF level : 6

TUC Education Programme Courses include: • Diploma in Employment Law

Course Content

• Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety

Subject Include: Adult Literacies in Scotland, Preparing to Work with Adult Learners, Developing Tutoring Approaches in Adult Literacies and Delivering Learning in Adult Literacies.

• Occupational Health & Safety Stage 1

Entry Requirements There are no formal entry requirements however candidates should have or be working towards an SCQF level 5 qualification or equivalent in communication and numeracy.

teaching qualifications/tuc

Professional Development Award Introduction to Tutoring Adult Literacies Learning

• Next Steps for Safety Representatives Stage 2 • Union Representation Stage 1 For further information on any of these programmes please contact student services on 0800 052 7343 or email sservices@reidkerr.ac.uk

Study Mode Part Time.

Progression To A New Teaching Qualification in Adult Literacies Tutoring at this level is currently being piloted and the PDA in Introduction to Tutoring Adult Literacies Learning is a recognised entry requirement.

Career Paths Volunteer Tutor, Adult Literacies Tutor Assistant, Tutor in Adult Training Environment.

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I enrolled at Reid Kerr College in Paisley following my 5th year at high school. I wanted to experience life outside of the school system and take a year at College in preparation for university. With an interest from school, I took an HNC in Business with the College's Business School, and studied full-time for one year. Making the transition from school to College could not have been easier. The atmosphere at Reid Kerr was great and I made a great number of friends while I was there. With a supportive team of lecturers and the opportunity to take a selection of optional subjects as well as what was core to the programme, made my year at Reid Kerr a very enjoyable one.

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Heather Pringle - HNC Business

“

The course was hard work and although I had no previous experience of Information Systems, the teaching support was excellent and I settled in very quickly to my new life here. I was glad that I made the move to Scotland and onto College, as it has lead to many great experiences, all of which have prepared me well for working after my full-time education comes to an end.

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Jacob Varghese - HND Information Systems

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institute of construction & engineering The Construction industry is essential to each and every one of us as it provides the buildings and structures integral to our everyday lives. A complex industry where the job opportunities are many and varied, as tradespersons, technicians and professionals who are all required to conceive, plan, build and maintain. Additionally manufacturing and maintenance principles and practices affect all our lives each and every day. Engineering is a large industry associated not only with traditional heavy manufacturing but also with high tech, cutting edge sectors. Reid Kerr is committed to providing education and training of the highest standard in support of the development of a skilled engineering workforce. Our courses are designed in partnership with industry to provide you with the skills essential to developing your trade and career. Well equipped specialist facilities enhance the learning experience and provide a realistic working environment where students can employ their practical skills to complement their theoretical knowledge. Lay the foundations for your career and engineer your future learning with Reid Kerr College.

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SCQF level : 7

Course Content Subjects include: Applications of Instruments, Single Phase AC, Electrical Safety, Networks & Resonance, Communications, Mathematics, Machine Principles, Three Phase Systems, Power Systems, Applications of PLC, Graded Unit.

Entry Requirements SVQ Level 3 or other relevant qualifications or experience.

Study Mode Full-Time, Distance Learning & Day Release.

Progression To Degree level study.

Career Paths Supervisory & Management positions in the Electrical Industry.

NC Built Environment

construction, energy & utility skills

HNC Electrical Installation

National Progression Award in Construction (Formerly Pre Apprenticeship) SCQF level : 5

Course Content This course is designed around the National Progression Award in Construction (Int 2). Final part of the programme consists of the Construction Crafts Course (Int 2), which means that all successful students will finish with 2 - Int 2 courses to prepare them for Apprenticeship or progression to NC Built Environment. Craft Skills: Carpentry & Joinery, Roof Slating & Tiling, Plastering, Brickwork, Gas, Plumbing, Electrical, Painting & Decorating, Employability Skills. Core: Numeracy, Information Technology, Construction Studies.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications. Students must be 16 or 17 years of age to apply.

SCQF level : 6

Course Content

Study Mode

Prepares candidates for a range of technical and managerial careers in the Built Environment disciplines. Provides specialised studies, which build upon previous study and work-based experience, and are directly relevant to the individual vocations and professions in which candidates are working or in which they intend to seek employment. Enables candidates to make an immediate contribution in employment in one of the Built Environment disciplines.

Full Time -

Mandatory Subjects: Building Design & Technology, Building Services in Domestic Low-rise Buildings, Computer Aided Drawing in Construction, Health & Safety in the Building Industry, Construction Materials: An Introduction, Mechanics for Construction: An Introduction, Modern Methods of Construction, Sustainability in the Building Industry. Optional Subjects: Building Construction Project,Construction Measurement & Costing, Construction Site Surveying: An Introduction, Drawing for Construction.

Entry Requirements • Three Standard Grades in appropriate English, Science, Maths or Technical subjects. • A National Certificate in related discipline. • Those with other entry qualifications, including work experience, who demonstrate a realistic chance of success. • A craft qualification that might be combined with appropriate further study prior to, or in parallel with, the NC programme.

August – June

Progression To NC Built Environment.

Career Paths Modern Apprenticeship with Construction Skills (Brickwork, Joinery, Painting, Roof Slating & Tiling, Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (Electrical) or Scottish & Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers Federation (Plumbing).

NC Renewable Energy Technologies SCQF level : 5/6

Course Content Subjects include: Skills For Work Energy Int2, Construction Craft Appreciation, Introductory Plumbing & Roofing, IT, Renewable Energy on-line programmes.

Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements.

Study Mode Full Time

Progression To

Study Mode

HNC Electrical.

Full Time August - June.

Career Paths

Progression To

Employment in Renewable Energy and Built Environment Industries.

HNC Construction.

Career Paths Modern Apprenticeship with Construction Skills.

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construction, energy & utility skills

Intermediate 2 Electrical Installation with Renewable Energy

HN Advanced Brickwork

SCQF level : 5

The course introduces advanced techniques, processes and materials.

Course Content Subjects include: Basic Installation Skills, Basic Electricity Fundamentals, Electrical Installation Systems & Protection, Electricity & the Grid, Domestic Wind Turbine Systems, Conventional Technologies & BPEC Renewable Energy Awareness.

SCQF level : 6

Course Content

Core: Arch Construction, Architectural & Feature Work, Circular Walls on Plan & Elevation, Domestic Heat Appliance, Facing Blockwork & Glass Block Panels, Practical Training Element, Setting Out & Levelling in Domestic Construction, Steps in Brick & Concrete, Underground Chambers, Underpinning & Shoring in Alterations.

Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode

SVQ Level 3 or relevant industrial experience.

Full -Time.

Study Mode

Progression To

Part-Time.

HNC Electrical.

Progression To

Career Paths

HNC Construction Practice.

Employment in Electrical Installation Industry.

Career Paths Employment in the Construction Industry.

SCQF level : 6

HN Advanced Roof Slating, Tiling & Cement Work

Course Content

SCQF level : 6

The course introduces advanced techniques, processes and materials.

Course Content

HN Advanced Carpentry & Joinery

Core: Purpose Made Fitments, Timber Stairs, Specialist Doors, Windows & Screens, Complex Pitched Roof Construction, High Class Finishes.

Entry Requirements SVQ Level 3 or relevant industrial experience.

Study Mode Part-Time.

Progression To HNC Construction Practice.

Career Paths Employment in the Construction Industry.

The course introduces advanced techniques, processes and materials. Core: Advanced Slating Techniques, Alternative Roof Coverings, Ornamental & Feature Slating Work, Specialised Cement Work, Specialised Plain Tiling Work.

Entry Requirements SVQ Level 3 or relevant industrial experience.

Study Mode Part-Time.

Progression To HNC Construction Practice.

Career Paths Employment in the Construction Industry.

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SVQ Programmes

SCQF level : 7

SCQF level : 6

Course Content

The College offers SVQ Programmes in partnership with the appropriate skills sector councils, in the following craft trade areas.

Subjects include: Construction Materials & Specifications; Site Surveying; Construction Technology; Site Administration; Construction Contracts; Building Sevices; CAD; Estimating; Graded Unit.

Entry Requirements SVQ level 3 or other relevant qualifications or experience.

Study Mode Part-Time Day/Full-Time.

Progression To Degree level study.

Career Paths Building Control Officers; Clerk of Works; Site Agent; Property Maintenance.

• • • • •

SVQ Level 3 Brickwork SVQ Level 3 Carpentry & Joinery SVQ Level 3 Electrical SVQ Level 3 Plumbing SVQ Level 3 Roof Slating & Tiling & Cement Work

Application in the first instance should be made by contacting your local careers office or by going online at www.careers-scotland.org for the address of a local office. You can also apply online at: For Electrical - www.sectt.org.uk For Carpentry, Brickwork and Roof Slating & Tiling www.cskills.org

construction/engineering, energy & utility skills

HNC Construction Management

For Plumbing - www.snipef.org (Information only) All successful candidates will be released from their employer to attend College in a block pattern of attendance for 20 weeks in the 1st year.

HND Electronics (With Computer Systems Management & Design)

HNC Computer Aided Draughting & Design*

SCQF level : 8

Course Content

Core: Communication, 3D Modelling, CAD 2D, Graded Unit, CAD Principles, Design Methodology, CAD Users Systems.

Core: Electrical Principles, Analogue Electronics, Digital Electronics, Testing Skills, Construction Skills, Telecommunications, Engineering Software, Communication, Information Technology, Business Awareness, Maths.

SCQF level : 7

Options: System Management, Graphical Design.

Entry Requirements

Options: Fault Finding, PLCs, Power Electonics, Personal Development Planning, Programming Skills.

Appropriate SQA Units, Highers, City & Guilds, or other relevant qualifications or experience.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode

Appropriate Highers, SQA Units or other relevant qualifications/experience.

Full-Time & Part-Time.

Study Mode

HND Computer Aided Draughting. Part-time progression routes to study for a BEng or BTech degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Full-Time.

Progression To Access to Degree courses at University. Part-time progression routes to study for a BEng or BTech degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Career Paths

Progression To

Career Paths Employment in associated areas of Engineering & CAD Technology. *Subject to Approval.

A career in Electronics or associated industries as a Technician/Engineer.

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HNC Electronics SCQF level : 7

HNC Manufacturing Engineering

Course Content

SCQF level : 7

Core: Electrical Principles, Analogue Electronics, Digital Electronics, Testing Skills, Programming Skills, Communication, Maths.

Course Content

Options: PLCs, Construction Skills, Information Technology, Personal Development Planning.

Entry Requirements NC Electronics. Appropriate SQA Units/Highers/City & Guilds or other relevant qualifications or experience.

Core: Engineering Principles, Material Selection, Engineering Drawing, Economics of Manufacture, Process & Equipment Selection, Mathematics, Quality, Communication, Examination. Options: Various possibilities include Metal Component Manufacture, CAD and Design for Manufacture.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode

Relevant NC qualification or equivalent (Highers).

Full-Time.

Study Mode Progression To

Full-Time & Part Time.

HND or access to appropriate Degree course. Parttime progression routes to study for a BEng or BTech degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Progression To

Career Paths

HND course or entry to a Degree Programme. Parttime progression routes to study for a BEng or BTech degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

A career in Electronics or other related industry as a Technician.

Career Paths A career in associated areas of Engineering Industries including Design, Production Planning and Workshop Supervision.

HNC Mechanical Engineering

HNC Quality

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

Core: Engineering Principles, Dynamics, Thermofluids, Pneumatics & Hydraulics, Material Selection, Statics & Strength of Materials, Mathematics, Quality, Communication, Examination. Options: Various possibilities including PLCs, CAD, Design for Manufacture and Control Systems.

Fundamentals of Quality, Management of Quality, Quality Improvement, Creating a Culture of Customer Care, Production of an Integrated Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental Systems Policy Manual, Quality Graded Unit, Assessment, Quality Project, Measurement of Quality & Auditing Management Systems.

Entry Requirements Relevant NC qualification or equivalent (Highers).

Entry Requirements

Study Mode

Relevant SQA Units or other appropriate qualifications of experience.

Full-Time & Part-Time.

Study Mode

Progression To

Evening Flexible Delivery.

HND or University Degree. Part-time progression routes to study for a BEng or BTech degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Progression To May be able to progress to a Quality Management related Degree.

Career Paths Career Paths A career in associated areas of Engineering including Design and Flow Technologies.

Institute of Construction & Engineering

Will prepare you for a career in Quality Management and all other Management discipline areas.

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NC Fabrication/Welding Engineering

SCQF level : 5

(Including Pre-Apprenticeship)

Course Content

SCQF level : 5

Subjects include: Mathematics, Computer Aided Draughting, Graphical Communications, Introduction to Computer Application Packages, Communication, Engineering Workshop Skills, Material Removal Practice.

Course Content

Entry Requirements

engineering

NC Manufacturing Engineering

Subjects include: Metal Arc Shielded Welding, Design & Make, Engineering Materials, Computer Studies, Engineering Numeracy, Thermal Joining Skills, Tungsten Arc Shielded Welding, Marking Out, Graphical Communications, Engineering Communications, Health & Safety, Team Working.

No formal entry qualifications.

Entry Requirements Study Mode

No formal entry qualifications.

Full-Time & Part-Time.

Study Mode Progression To

Full-Time & Part-Time.

HNC Engineering.

Progression To Career Paths

HNC Engineering: Fabrication, Welding & NDT.

Advancement to Draughting, Design, Production Planning or Workshop Supervision.

Career Paths Starting point for careers as Fabricators, Sheetmetal Workers and Welders.

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair LV & HGV

City & Guilds Vocational Related Qualification (VRQ) in Automotive Vehicle Servicing & Repair Level 1 (Light Vehicle)

Course Content Subjects include: Reduce Risks to Health & Safety, Routine Vehicle Maintenance, Diagnose Complex System Faults, Rectify Complex System Faults, Contribute to Good Housekeeping, Maintain Positive Working Relationships, Vehicle Inspections.

Course Content

Entry Requirements

No formal qualifications, except must be employed in the Motor Vehicle Industry.

No formal entry qualifications are required but a reasonable level of communications and numeracy will be expected.

Study Mode Part-Time, Day.

Progression To Further professional development within sector if desired & entry to HNC courses.

Career Paths Employment in the Motor Vehicle Industry.

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Subjects include: Developing Self & Working Safely with Others, Remove & Replace Automotive Vehicle Components, Service & Repair of Automotive Vehicles.

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To NVQ/SVQ Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.

Career Paths Modern Apprenticeship in the Motor Vehicle Industry.

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engineering/project management

City & Guilds Vocational Related Qualification (VRQ) in Automotive Vehicle Servicing & Repair Level 2 (Light Vehicle) Course Content Subjects include: Routine Maintenance, Engine Units & Components, Auxiliary Electrical, Chassis Units & Components, Working Relationships.

Entry Requirements

NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health Course Content Subjects include: Hazard Identification, Policies & Procedures, Safety Policy, Organisational Performance, Controlling Accidents, Safety Training, Communication, Information Systems, Safety Reps & Committees, Accident Investigation, Maintaining Records, Safety Law, Controlling Contractors, Safety Surveys, Safe Working Practices, Fire Prevention.

VRQ Level 1 Vehicle Servicing & Repair.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode Full-Time.

No formal entry qualifications, but it should be noted that the examination includes a requirement to write a short report.

Progression To

Study Mode

NVQ/SVQ Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.

Part-Time.

Career Paths

Progression To

Modern Apprenticeship in the Motor Vehicle Industry.

NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health.

Career Paths Health & Safety Work in Industry.

APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management

Prince2® Foundation Course Content

Course Content This course is designed for anyone looking to start a successful Project Management Career, or wishing to understand the principles of project management. Subjects include:Organising & Planning a Project, Scheduling & Estimating a Project, Managing Scope & Resources, Controlling a Project, Managing Risk & Quality, Managing Change & Communications, Managing People & Procurement, Closing Down a Project, Exam Simulator.

Progression To Prince2® Foundation & Practitioner Courses.

Career Paths Career in Project Management.

This course is designed for new and experienced project management staff and consists of 5 key areas of study which cover an introduction to the method and basic concepts and principles through the themes and processes which encapsulate the Prince2® Project Management methodology. Subjects Include: Overview & Principles Prince2® Processes Prince2® Themes: - Business Case - Organisation - Quality - Plans Prince2® Themes 2 - Risk - Change - Progress Case Study, Exam Technique, Exam Simulator 2.

Entry Requirements Basic Project Management Knowledge & Understanding.

Study Mode Blended Learning Approach (Approx 40 hours of Study).

Progression To Prince2® Practitioner.

Career Paths Career in Project Management. 42

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Course Content Prince2® practitioner is a fully accredited course in the most widely used project management methodology in the world. The Prince2(R) practitioner course incorporates a comprehensive project and exam simulators to enable students to practice Prince2® disciplines in a safe controlled environment. Subjects Include: Prince2® Process Model Walkthrough Project simulations and scenarios Business Care Simulation Organisation Simulation Quality Simulation Project Breakdown Simulation Practical Practitioner Exercises

Entry Requirements Prince2® Foundation.

Study Mode Flexible blended learning approach (approx 40 hours).

Progression To Advanced APM Diploma.

Career Paths Career in project management or working in Prince2® environment.

project management

Prince2® Practitioner

Robert Kayitani was the very first Rwandan to enrol at Reid Kerr and his success here in Scotland has seen him return home to Africa to launch his own business.

“

Having been introduced to Reid Kerr College through ‘Education for Africa’ in my home town, I really liked the sound of the College and the courses on offer - together with my classmates, we applied to the College. Today’s world is driven by technology so I chose to study an HND Electronic Engineering and my 2 years of study has given me a greater knowledge and skills that has prepared me well for further study and my return to Rwanda.

”

Robert Kayitani - HND Electronic Engineering

“

I went through school with very little interest in learning and following a chat with some of my family who also have Dyslexia I made the decision to speak with the specialist staff at the College. Following an assessment with the Learning Plus section, the staff quickly recognised my additional learning needs and it has been this support at Reid Kerr that has carried me through my studies and ultimately helped me change my life for the better. Since receiving the support at College, not only have I achieved the qualifications that I set out to gain, but I have learned how to work with my condition and get the best out of my learning. All of the staff including the lecturers within the Engineering department have been incredibly supportive and I was never once made to feel as though I was different from anyone else in my class. Having Dyslexia means that I have to put in extra work over and above the regular class work and it was the friendly, approachable staff that made the additional learning really enjoyable.

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Sean McLaughlin - HNC Mechanical Engineering/Student Support

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The Academy of Creative Arts at Reid Kerr College provides a high quality education experience, leading edge technology, advanced learning resources and outstanding personal support to help all our students to succeed and build a successful future in the creative industries. Our provision caters for students of all ages and backgrounds, many with a broad experience of life and the creative industries. The Academy offers a number of specialist and vocational courses designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to progress in your chosen field. Whether its Theatre & Drama, Dance, Creative Writing, Music, Photography, Interior Design, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, DJ & Radio Skills or Theatre Production the Academy of Creative Arts has a course to suit. Training is provided by highly motivated professionals each an expert in their own field. Each student's learning experience is also enriched by working in a collaborative environment that focuses on individual student development while fully integrating departments across the academy, helping you to see your own discipline in a broader context. The students of the Academy of Creative Arts produce international award winning work, which is showcased at world renown festivals and venues. This all makes for a dynamic community and productive learning environment. 44

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BA (Hons) Graphic Communication

Course Content

SCQF level : 10

BA Drama is a one year singular Honours degree programme. The distinctiveness of the programme lies in the opportunity for students who have an HND or Foundation degree in the Performing Arts /Drama/ Theatre with the knowledge, skills and understanding to achieve the BA (Hons) Drama. • Contemporary Theatre Practice • Acting for Performance Devising • Television & Drama : Drama in the Community • Contemporary Approaches to Shakespeare * • Theatre Production & Research Skills .

Course Content

Entry Requirements One year top-up programmes in Drama require a Higher National Diploma or Foundation Degree with the necessary pre-requisite skills and knowledge. The main criterion for entry is the students ability to complete the course successfully and therefore each student will be required to attend an interview. All applicants will be interviewed.

The programme offers a modular course of study over one year full-time leading to the award of BA (Hons) Graphic Communication. This new development is well positioned to embrace a wide, creatively interesting and challenging role which is vocationally broad and relevant. This course prepares graduates for employment in a wide range of creative graphic communication industries. Modules included on this course: • Graphic Communication, Advertising, Web Design & Multimedia, Design Theory & Context, Communication Graphics & Animation.

Entry Requirements Satisfactory completion of an HND in Graphic Design (Visual Communication). All applicants will be given an interview and a creative portfolio is the most significant element for entry to this course.

Study Mode

Full-Time.

Progression To

Post Graduate study at Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama. Teacher Training college ( various ) PGCE awards.

Degree courses at University.

Career Paths

The creative industries of publishing, design consultancies, and advertising design provide the main areas for student employment. Some students go on to Postgraduate study or to teaching and others to a preferred career as self employed designers or freelance illustrators.

Work in television, film, theatre and radio. Teaching in Schools and Colleges. * Module subject to Course Team approval.

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BA (Hons) Drama

Career Paths

• Degree programme is dependent on validation for Sept 2011 intake . Modules are subject to Course Team approval.

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Any opportunity to focus and develop your skills in photography, whilst being given constant projects and feedback on your work is a good one. No matter your background or area of interest in photography even the time alone dedicated to just constantly taking photos whilst having facilities and equipment made available to you is invaluable and gives you a base on which to build, no matter where you're planning to go. If it wasn't for Reid Kerr College I wouldn't have applied to the competition for the Royal commission, and some of the work that I presented as part of my presentation and portfolio was shot either in the studios, or on location as part of projects I undertook or started whilst on the course.

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Shaun Murawski - HND Photography

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BA Creative Industry Practice (Majoring in Photography & Imaging)*

HND Acting & Performance

UCAS Code W900

Subjects include: Acting, Voice, Professional Development For Actors, Movement, Production, Acting For Radio, Acting For Camera, Graded Unit.

Course Content This B.A course is a one year addition (or ‘top-up’) to candidates who have successfully completed a HND award in Photography. Working in partnership with the University of the West of Scotland it will be delivered in the excellent facilities here on the Reid Kerr College Campus.

SCQF level : 8

Course Content

Entry Requirements Entry by audition and successful completion of the HNC year.

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This Degree course’s objective is to improve your current skills and put them in context. You will develop new skills in digital film making to match current industrial requirements. Through work experience and work related learning you will develop your entrepreneurial and employability skills.

Full-Time.

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Career Paths

Introduction to Digital Filmmaking & Sound Work Related Learning Digital Media Project Critical Studies in the Visual Arts Business Venturing Rights and the Creative Industries

Progression To Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, Sunderland University 3rd year, The University of the West of Scotland 3rd year, Hull University 3rd year.

Work in Film, Theatre, Radio and Television.

Entry Requirements A Higher National Diploma in Photography. To ensure your suitability for the course you will be required to present your portfolio at an interview.

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To Further study – BA Hons. courses or Post Graduate courses in photography, imaging and media or other connected subjects.

HND Graphic Design with Animation

Career Paths

Course Content

Working in the Creative Industries. Teaching at schools/community learning and colleges.

This course focuses on the development of design skills, practical programme knowledge and technical ability to work in a Design environment. The course covers a wide range of Visual Communication Skills and includes Animation, Web Design, Advertising and Multimedia Publishing. Projects are delivered by subject specialists and are studio and design suite based.

HND Dance Artists SCQF level : 8

Course Content This course focuses on the development of Jazz Dance Techniques, Dance Production, Contemporary Dance Techniques, Contextual Studies, Classical Ballet, Choreography & Teaching Skills, Body Conditioning, Contact Improvisation, Work Experience.

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements 2 Highers including Art. Successful completion of an NC course. Students are interviewed on an individual basis and prior experience taken into account.

Study Mode

Entry by audition and successful completion of the HNC year.

Full-Time & Part-Time Day.

Study Mode

Progression To

Opportunities exist to articulate to Degree courses & Colleges of Art. Articulation onto year 3 University of the West of Scotland.

Degree courses at University.

Career Paths

Lead to employment within Visual Communication, Advertising Agencies, Publishers, Multimedia Companies and Design Studios.

Full-Time.

The course prepares you for work in the dance industry. 46

SCQF level : Yr 1 : 7, Yr 2 : 8

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HND Music

SCQF level : 8

Course Content

Musical Instrument First Study, Live Performance, Music Industry Infrastructure, Promotion Using ICT, Songwriting, Recording Techniques, Music History, Music Graded Unit, Stage Craft, Session Skills, Music for Visual Arts, Introduction to Instrumental Instruction.

Interior architecture explores how the interiors of buildings are used and experienced.The course develops each student’s creativity and understanding of the design process through a series of integrated subjects. Design projects are developed from the research to ‘idea’ stage, to sketch design, and finally to the completion of technical drawings ready for presentation to a client. A Student quote “This course inspires you to want to achieve your best“.

SCQF level : 8

Entry Requirements Entry by audition and successful completion of HNC Year.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode

2 Highers in Art or Craft & Design and English or alternatively an NC in Interior Architecture, Technical Graphics or Graphic Design.

Full-Time.

Progression To

Full-Time.

Music and Commercial Music related degree courses at University. Some courses allow direct entry to 3rd year.

Progression To

Career Paths

Degree Course at University and Colleges of Art.

The course prepares you for work as performing/recording musician, record production, tour support roles, marketing and music management, music/community educator, session work and music/event promotion.

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Career Paths Interior Design posts within Architectural & Design Practices, Shopfitting Companies & Local Authorities. Teaching posts within Technical Education.

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HND 3D Design - Interior Architecture

HND Photography

HNC Acting & Performance

SCQF level : 8

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

Subjects include: Fashion Photography, Studio Project, Advertising & Photography, Location Project, Specialist Studio, Press Photography, extensive and challenging Work Experience.

Subjects include: Voice, Acting, Movement, Production, Acting Methods & Practitioners, Devising Theatre, Leading a Drama Workshop, Graded Unit.

Entry Requirements Entry Requirements A portfolio of images, digital or conventional, is required. These should show your current skill level in photography. These will be shown at an informal interview. At entry stage we expect an elevated level of photographic skill, HNC Photography or equivalent.

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To BA Degree Programmes in Photography.

Career Paths

Mature students may access without qualifications. Recent school leavers require 2 Highers or 12 SQA Units or 5 Standard Grades. Entry by audition.

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To HND Acting & Performance on successful completion of HNC and audition. This course allows entry to University & Drama schools.

Career Paths Basic entry to work as an actor in Theatre, Film and TV.

Entry to the world of professional photography, either as a self-employed freelance photographer or as an employee in the commercial or applied areas of photography.

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HNC Creative Industries: Radio

HNC Dance Artists

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

Do you want to be a DJ or Radio Presenter? This is a unique opportunity to learn all aspects of radio broadcasting in a real radio station, with handson training with state of the art digital technology and live broadcasting.

This course focuses on the development of Classical Ballet, Jazz Dance Techniques, Contemporary Dance Techniques, Choreography, Teaching Skills, History of Dance, Body Conditioning, Anatomy, Introduction to Performance.

Subjects include: Scriptwriting, Presentation Skills, Programme Production, Music Production, Radio Interviewing, Digital Audio, plus a Graded Unit.

Entry Requirements

NC Dance or 2 Highers or 5 Standard Grades or 12 SQA Units. Students with relevant experience will be considered by audition.

2 Highers preferred or appropriate SQA Units. Students with relevant experience without formal qualifications will be considered.

Study Mode

Progression To

Full-Time & Part-Time.

HND Dance Artists or other related dance programmes.

Full-Time.

Progression To BA Media Theory & Production or other media related degree programmes.

Career Paths

Career Paths The course prepares students for work in the Dance industry.

Job opportunities in all aspects of professional Radio Broadcasting.

HNC Fine Art Portfolio

HNC Music

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

A versatile broad based course allowing for acquisition and expansion of essential skills as a foundation for personal expression and creative development in areas such as Drawing, Painting, Creative Research & Development.

Entry Requirements 2 passes at Higher Grade including Art or successful completion of an NC Course, or other relevant qualifications and/or work experience.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Musical Instrument First Study, Live Performance, Music Theory, Creative Industries Infrastructure, Working in the Creative Industries, Songwriting, Recording Techniques, Music Law, Practical Musicianship, Digital Audio Workstations, Music Graded Unit.

Entry Requirements By audition and interview: 2 Highers (preferably one in English) or successful completion of NC Music course or other relevant qualifications and experience in music performance.

Study Mode

Progression To

Full-Time.

HND Art courses and/or entry to appropriate Degrees at Art School and University.

Progression To

Career Paths

HND Music, as well as Music and Commercial Music related degree programmes.

Varied career opportunities within the field of Art.

Career Paths The course prepares you for work as performing/recording musician, record production, tour support roles, marketing and music management, session work and music/event promotion.

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HNC Sound Production

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

Subjects include: Press Photography, Advertising Photography, Portraiture, Location Photography, Architectural Photography.

Subjects include: Sound Production Theory & Practice, Digital Audio Workstations, Acoustics, Multi-Track Recording & Mixing, Music, Creative Industries Infrastructure, Working in the Creative Industries.

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HNC Photography

Entry Requirements A portfolio of images, digital or conventional, is required. These should show your current skill level in photography. These will be shown at an informal interview. At entry stage we expect an elevated level of photographic skill.

Entry Requirements 2 Highers (preferably one in English) or appropriate SQA Units or relevant experience in recording &/or live sound.

Study Mode Study Mode

Full-Time.

Progression To Progression To HND Photography programmes. Undergraduate degrees in Photography related subjects (e.g. Media).

HND Sound Production and Music Production related degrees.

Career Paths Career Paths Employment as an Assistant Photographer, Photographer, Freelancing or in public/private sector.

HNC Technical Theatre

The course can lead to a career as a Live sound Engineer, Studio Recording Engineer, Music Producer, Electronic Music Programmer, Instrument Technician, DJ.

SCQF level : 7

NC Acting & Theatre Performance

Course Content

SCQF level : 6

Subjects include: Stage Lighting: Rigging, Focusing & Operation, Stage Management, Props, Set Construction, Sound, Stage Design, Graded Unit.

Course Content Subjects include: Acting, Voice, Movement, Theatre Skills in Performance, Acting Through Song, Prep for Audition, Creative Drama, Communication.

Entry Requirements 2 Highers or 12 SQA Units or 5 Standard Grades. If you are a mature student you can apply with few or no qualifications.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications. Entry is by audition.

Study Mode Study Mode

Full-Time.

Progression To Progression To

HNC Acting & Performance.

Further study at R.S.A.M.D. and various Degree programmes at accredited Drama institutions throughout the UK.

Career Paths

The course prepares you to progress onto further training or basic level entry to the entertainment industry.

Leads to employment in the Theatre Arts & Entertainment Industry.

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NC Dance

NQ Interior Architecture SCQF level : 6

Course Content

Subjects include: Classical, Contemporary, Jazz, Dance Choreography, Movement & Dance, Introduction to Dance, Human Physiology, Group Dance Performance, Dance Alternative, Body Conditioning, Nutrition & Health.

The NQ course is designed as a foundation course in Interior education, with successful students then proceeding to an HNC/D 3D Design: Interior Architecture. The course explores interior and architectural design through integrated projects. A Student quote “This course is fun and exciting and allows you to explore your own creative ability and find your own style”.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications. Relevant experience preferable. All applicants will have entry through audition & interview.

Study Mode

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications.

Full-Time.

Study Mode

Progression To

Full-Time.

HNC Dance Artist or other related dance programmes.

Career Paths A broadly based introduction to all aspects of Dance & the Performing Arts.

Progression To HNC/D Interior Architecture and associated Art courses.

Career Paths Career in Interior Architecture, Architecture, Kitchen & Bathroom Planning, 3D Exhibition.

NC Music SCQF level : 6

NQ Graphic Design with Animation

Course Content

SCQF level : 6

Subjects include: Performing Music, Live Performance, Creative Project, Aural Skills, Midi Sequencing, Introduction to UK Music Industry, Sound Engineering & Production, Composing, Song Writing, Communication.

Course Content

Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements other than a basic competence in a given instrument or voice.

Study Mode

This course focuses on the development of design skills required for the presentation of visual information. The course covers all aspects of image manipulation, animation and production. Computer generated graphic design images and photographic images are merged to produce design solutions using Photoshop, illustrator and flash packages. Projects include Animation, Illustration, Poster, CD graphics and packaging design.

Entry Requirements

Full-Time.

No formal entry qualifications.

Progression To

Study Mode

HNC/D Music, HNC Sound Production.

Full-Time & Part-Time.

Career Paths Employment in the Music Industry in various areas including practising Musician, Promotion, Management, Production & Distribution.

Progression To HND Graphic Design and a range of HNC/D courses. Also allows progression to Art School application at first year level.

Career Paths Prepares students for a career in design.

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NQ Photography

SCQF level : 6

Course Content

Course Content This course is designed for people of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy building their skills and knowledge of the creative industries.

Subjects include: Photography Introduction, Basic Camera Technique, Digital Imaging, Portraiture, Research Project, Location Photography, Studio Skills.

There are 3 main areas of the course:

Entry Requirements

• Digital Filmaking

A small portfolio of images, digital or conventional, is required. These should show your commitment and interest in photography. These will be shown at an informal interview. At entry stage we do not expect a high level of photographic skill.

• Radio Production & Operation • Photography This course requires no previous knowledge, we will provide it! If you want to find out what your creative potential is and develop it, this is an ideal starting point. This is a great opportunity to get into the creative industries.

Entry Requirements An interest in: Filmaking, DJ, Radio, Photography, the Creative Industries.

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NQ Introduction to the Creative Industries

SCQF level : 6

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To HNC Professional Photography.

Study Mode

Career Paths

Full-Time.

Photographic Assistant, Junior Photographer.

Progression To HNC Creative Industries, HNC Photography, HNC Radio, Various Degree programmes.

Career Paths Employment as a professional assistant in the creative industries, broadcast assistant, photo assistant and promotion assistant.

NQ Portfolio Preparation SCQF level : 6

Course Content An ideal course for anyone wanting to develop a portfolio. This course is designed to provide a broad based portfolio of work vital for progression to Art School or HNC/HND level in specialist art areas. All course work is project based and will provide students with a comprehensive body of work. Subjects include: Painting, Design, Printmaking, Location Drawing, Line & Tone, Design Project, Computer Applications, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Screen Printing, Poster Design, Portfolio Building.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To HND Graphic Design, HNC Fine Art Environmental, Art School application at first year level.

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Studying for the HND Interior Design at Reid Kerr was really great. With terrific support and fantastic lecturers my 3 years at College flew past. I received a lot of support from Learning Plus throughout my studies and in particular, a lot of help with the application and progression onto Art School. This ongoing support made leaving college and going on to Higher education a lot easier.

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Gordon McDonald, HND Interior Design

Career Paths Career advancement in chosen artistic field.

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centre for leisure industries Hairdressing & Beauty Hospitality Sports & Exercise Travel & Tourism The Centre for Leisure Industries incorporates three sections, these are Hospitality, Travel and Tourism, Hairdressing & Beauty and Sport. Each of these vibrant sectors offer excellent career opportunities in local, national and international markets. There is a constant demand in all three areas for well-qualified, enthusiastic staff at all levels, from trainee to management and self employment. Our courses prepare you in both the practical and theoretical aspects of each job to enable you to maximise your chosen career development. Hospitality students are based on the ground floor of the main Renfrew Building, working in the popular Renfrew Room Training Restaurant, production kitchen and 3 training kitchens. Hospitality students are given opportunities to experience international work placements in Boston, USA and to travel overseas on study visits to St Petersburg. Travel and Tourism students use dedicated classrooms in the new Renfrew North building and are also encouraged to participate in an annual European study programme in a European destination. Hairdressing and Beauty students study in five Hairdressing salons, five Beauty salons and a Make Up Artistry studio all located on the ground floor of the Renfrew North Building. Each year Hairdressing students enjoy great success in national and international competitions and the section has links with a similar college in Vancouver, Canada. The Sport Section operates in the Moorcroft Sports Centre located between Paisley and Renfrew. This dedicated Sports Centre has state of the art gymnasiums, sports halls and changing facilities. With the necessary skills, knowledge and enthusiasm, the world is your oyster, so take a look at our range of courses and shape your future learning and career path. 52

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HND Make-Up Artistry

SCQF level : 8

Course Content

The main content of the course is practical based but it also has a high content of theory related to different therapies. The areas studied are manual and electrical body & facial treatments and therapies, product knowledge, business management, lifestyle advice, employment experience, aromatherapy, reflexology and electrical epilation.

Subjects include: Wig Making, Photography, Training Skills, Information Technology in Business, Communication, Managing A Small Business, Contribute to a Promotional Event, Fashion Cutting & Restyling, Change Hair Colour, Setting & Dressing Hair, Perm Hair to Create Fashion Effects, Production Study Make-Up Artists, Plaster Casting & Prosthetics, Special Effects, Character Make-Up, Record of Historical Make-Up, Make-Up Techniques, Art & Design, Client Psychology, Working With People & Teams, Work Experience.

Entry Requirements At this level candidates would have to have or be working towards an HNC Beauty Therapy.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To Access to Degree courses at University.

Career Paths Employment within the Beauty Industry, Health Spas, Hotels & Cruise Ships, Leisure Clubs, Self Employed Beauty Therapist, Trainer for a Beauty Company.

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HND Beauty Therapy

Entry Requirements 12 relevant NC Hairdressing Units, or SVQ 3 Hairdressing to access 1st year. Or HNC Hairdressing & Salon Organisation and additional units to access 2nd year. Mature students with relevant experience or other qualifications considered.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To Access to University Degree courses.

Career Paths Careers in Televison, Theatre, Film, Fashion and Photography as a Make-up Artist.

HNC Beauty Therapy

HNC Fashion Make Up

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

Core: Management & Practices of Facial Therapies, Management & Practices of Body Therapies, Anatomy & Physiology, Employment Experience, Beauty Therapy.

Core: Basic Make-Up Skin Care & Eye Treatments, Fashion & Photographic Make-Up, Principles & Practices of Selling, Using Software Application Packages, Customer Care, Project.

Options include: Contemporary Aesthetic Treatments, Depilation, Epilation, Make-Up for Special Occasions, Spa Treatments, Indian Head Massage, Hand & Nail Therapy, Nail Extensions, Make-Up, CAD: Graphic Design, Principles & Practices of Selling, Product Knowledge, Facial Treatments, Electro Cosmetic Therapy, Face & Body Electrotherapy, Contemporary Aesthetic Treatments, Body Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, French, German, Italian, Spanish.

Entry Requirements A cluster of NQ units, SVQ in Beauty Therapy, VTCT in Beauty. 2 Highers (English and a Science/Biology). Mature students with relevant experience or other qualifications considered.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To HND Beauty Therapy.

Career Paths Employment in Beauty Salons, Health Centres, Health Spas & Hotels.

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Options include: Make-Up Artistry: Fashion & Photographic Advanced, Getting Started In Business, Applied Hairdressing, Long Hair Design, Style Hair With the Use of Postiche & Padding, Training Skills, Managing A Small Business, Prepare & Present a Business Plan, Presentation Skills, Communication, Employment Experience, Health & Safety Legislation.

Entry Requirements There is a broad entry route to this course, students who have awards in art, beauty, media or make-up certificates at NQ level or VCTC or any other relevant certificate. Candidates may apply if they have a practical background in make-up or related areas. Mature students are invited to apply.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To HND Make-Up Artistry.

Career Paths Employment within Make-Up areas in retail and working with photographers in the fashion arena.

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HNC Hairdressing

NQ Beauty Care

SCQF level : 7

SCQF level : 5

Course Content

Subjects include: Change Hair Colour, Communication, Contribute To The Organisation & Presentation, Fashion Cutting & Restyling, Managing A Small Business, Perm Hair To Create Fashion Effects, Setting & Dressing Hair, Specialised Treatment Of Hair & Scalp, Training Skills, Client Psychology & Communication, Make-Up Techniques: Fashion & Photographic.

Subjects include: Facial Care, Facial Massage, Eye Treatments, Depliation, Nail Care, Biology, Cause & Prevention of Disease, Communication, Customer Care, Introduction to Body Massage, Artificial Nail Structure, First Aid Measures.

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements Minimum 4 Standard Grades including English and Biology or VQ Level 2 or VTCT Beauty Consultancy.

18 relevant Units or NC or SVQ Level 2 Hairdressing or industry experience.

Study Mode

Progression To

Full-Time & Part-Time.

HNC/HND Beauty Therapy.

Progression To

Career Paths

HND Make-Up Artistry or HND Trichology.

Employment in Beauty Industry as Assistant Beauty Therapist in Salons or Department Stores.

Full-Time & Part-Time.

Career Paths Supervisory post in Hairdressing.

NQ Hairdressing

SVQ Level 2 Hairdressing

SCQF level : 5

Course Content

Subjects include Analysis of Hair & Scalp, Shampooing & Conditioning, Setting & Dressing Hair, Blow-Drying & Finishing, Setting Long Hair, Cutting Hair, Colouring, Reception, Numeracy, Communication, Perm & Neutralise Hair.

Subjects include: Shampooing, Conditioning, Health & Safety, Blow Drying, Colouring, Perming, Promoting Services, Developing Team Skills, Indian Head Massage, Reception Duties, Afro Caribbean, Pleating & Dressing.

Entry Requirements

No formal entry qualifications.

Study Mode

Day Release.

Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To

SVQ Level 3 Hairdressing.

HNC Hairdressing.

Career Paths

Employment in the Hairdressing Industry.

Work in a salon as a Junior leading to becoming a Stylist in Hairdressing.

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HND Hospitality Management

SCQF level : 6

SCQF level : 8

Course Content

Subjects include: Consultation, Style Hair, Style & Dress Long Hair, Colour Hair, Colour Correction, Promotional Event, Perm Hair Using A Variety Of Techniques, Afro Caribbean, Styling Hair, Hair Extension Work.

Core: Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Supervision, Hospitality: Finance & Control, Food Hygiene Intermediate, Food & Beverage Service, Food Production Processes, Accommodation Servicing, Hospitality Front Office Procedures, Hospitality; Graded Unit, Human Resource Management, Hospitality Financial Accounting, Managing Hospitality Organisations.

Entry Requirements SVQ Level 2 Hairdressing or NC units in Hairdressing or relevant experience.

Study Mode Day Release.

Progression To HNC Hairdressing.

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SVQ Level 3 Hairdressing

Entry Requirements 1 Higher and 4 Standard Grades (Credit) / 4 ‘O’ Grades (A,B,C) or a relevant SVQ/GSVQ Level 3 or 15 relevant modules as well as suitable industrial experience. If you are unsure, please apply.

Study Mode

Career Paths

Full-Time, Part-Time, Day-Release.

Employment in the Hairdressing Industry with progression to Manager/Manageress.

Progression To Final year (year 3) of the BA Hospitality Management degree and year 2 sometimes year 3 of various other degrees e.g. Human Resource Management, Marketing and Strategic Management. Some hotel groups offer places on their management training schemes.

Career Paths Opportunities exist for employment as a Hotel Manager, Food & Beverage Manager, Contract Catering Manager, Hotel Services Manager to name just a few.

HNC Hospitality

Hospitality Year 1

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

Introduction to Food Preparation, Cookery Processes, Food Hygiene, Service of Food, Practical Cookery Skills, Customer Care, Communication, Numeracy, Information Technology, Problem Solving, Working with Others.

Options: Human Resource Management, Hospitality Financial Accounting, Managing Hospitality Organisations.

Entry Requirements 4 Standard Grades (Credit) or 4 ‘O’ Grades (A,B or C) or a relevant SVQ/GSVQ Level 3 or 15 relevant modules as well as suitable industrial experience, or relevant industrial experience only. If you are unsure, please apply.

Study Mode

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications.

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To Hospitality Year 2 or SVQ in Catering & Hospitality or to a more specialist study in Cookery and Food Service.

Full-Time, Part-Time or Day-Release.

Career Paths

Progression To

Employment in the Hospitality Industry as a Commis Chef, Food Service Assistant, Room Attendant, Kitchen Porter.

HND Hospitality Management in year 1 or in year 2 by studying 3 additional credits during the HNC Hospitality course.

Career Paths Opportunities exist for employment within the Hospitality industry at assistant manager and supervisory levels.

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Hospitality Year 2

Hospitality Year 3

Course Content

Craft Baking, Cookery Processes, Food Hygiene, Food Preparation Techniques, Service of Food & Drink, Stocks & Sauces, Communication, Numeracy, Information Technology, Problem Solving, Working with Others.

Subjects include: Food Hygiene, Food Product Knowledge, Restaurant Food Production With Menu Planning, Stocks & Sauces, Food Production & Presentation Skills, Organisation of Practical Skills, Customer Care.

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Year 1 or relevant Hospitality Industry work experience.

Successful completion of Hospitality Year 2 or 12 relevant Catering Units or Cookery related work experience.

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Full-Time.

Progression To Hospitality Year 3 or SVQ in Catering & Hospitality.

Progression To

Career Paths

HNC Hospitality Operations, HNC Professional Cookery or SVQ Level 3 Catering & Hospitality.

Employment in the Hospitality Industry as a Commis Chef, Food Service Assisstant, Room Attendant or one of the many other jobs in Hospitality.

SVQ Programmes The following SVQ programmes are work-based qualifications offered by the Hospitality Department. The qualifications are delivered and assessed in the work place and are avilable in a wide variety of vocational areas ensuring staff are well qualified with occupationally relevant experience. •

Employment as a Chef, Pastry Chef or Cook in an extremely wide range of establishments.

HND Sports Coaching with Development of Sport SCQF level : 8

Course Content Subjects include: Improving Coaching in Sport, Sports Mechanics, Coaching of Sports Level 2, Research Investigation in Sport, Fitness Conditioning in Sport, Optional Units and Graded Units 2 and 3.

SVQ Level 2 SCQF level : 5

Hospitality Services Professional Cookery •

Career Paths

Entry Requirements HNC Sports Coaching with Development of Sport Plus Graded Unit 1.

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SVQ Level 3

Full-Time & Part-Time.

SCQF level : 6

Progression To

Professional Cookery Hospitality Supervision & Leadership

The University of the West of Scotland, Abertay & Napier University Sports Degree Courses or Employment within the Sports Coaching Industry.

Career Paths Employment within Sports Coaching Industry.

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NQ Sport & Recreational Studies Intermediate 1/2

SCQF level : 7

(delivered in Barrhead Sports Centre)

Course Content

SCQF level : 4/5

Subjects include: Sports Coaching Theory & Practice, Conduct & Ethics for Sports Coaches, Principles of Fitness Training, Anatomy, Physiology and Energy Systems, Coaching of Sports Level 1, First Aid for Sport, Development of Sport, Workplace Experience, Working with Children in a Sporting Context, Information Technology: Applications Software 1 and Graded Unit 1.

Course Content

Entry Requirements 2 Highers and 3 Standard Grades, or relevant SQA units or other relevant qualifications or experience levelled at SCQF levels 5 and 6.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To Direct entry to HND Sports Coaching with Development of Sport.

sport & exercise/travel & tourism

HNC Sports Coaching with Development of Sport

Subjects include: Basketball, Life Saving, Information Technology, Personal Well-being & Exercise, Alpine Skiing, Movement Observation, Residential Experience, Volleyball, Martial Arts and Communications.

Entry Requirement Foundation Standard Grade, General Standard Grade or SQA Units or other relevant qualifications or experience levelled at SCQF level 3.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To NQ Sport Studies Intermediate 2/Higher.

Career Paths Employment within Industry.

Career Paths Employment within Sports Coaching industry.

NQ Sports Studies Intermediate 2/Higher

HND Tourism

SCQF level : 5/6

Course Content

Subjects include: Planning & Sustainable Development in Tourism, Marketing, Customer Care, The Scottish Tourism Product, Structure of Travel & Tourism Industry, Tour Operations, Communication, Information Technology, Visitor Attraction Operations.

Subjects include: Exercise and Fitness - Circuits, Resistance Training, Exercise to Music and Gymnasium, Information Technology, Planning Personal Fitness, Leading Sporting Activities, Alpine Skiing, Human Physiology, Swimming Poolside Operations, First Aid, Communications, Volleyball and Basic Sports Coaching.

SCQF level : 8

Entry Requirements 1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA Units or other relevant qualification or experience.

Entry Requirements Completion of Sport and Recreational Studies Course, SQA Units or other relevant qualifications or experience levelled at SCQF levels 4 and 5.

Study Mode Full-Time, Day Release & Part-Time.

Progression To Study Mode

Access to Degree courses at University.

Full-Time & Part-Time.

Career Paths Progression To Possible entry to HNC Sports Coaching with Development of Sport or HNC Fitness, Health & Exercise.

Opportunities with Tourist & Information Services, Tourism Development, Marketing, Conferencing.

Career Paths Employment within Industry.

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Centre for Leisure Industries

travel & tourism

HND Travel & Tourism

HNC Tourism

SCQF level : 8

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

Subjects include: Surface Transportation & Cruises, Air Travel, Retail Travel Operations, Longhaul Inclusive Tours & Independent Holidays, Marketing Planning in Travel & Tourism, International Tourist Destinations, Creating a Culture of Customer Care, Influences on the Travel & Tourism Industry.

Subjects include: Structure of the Travel & Tourism Industry, Marketing , Customer Care, The Scottish Tourism Product, Personal Effectiveness, Communication, Information Technology.

Entry Requirements

1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA Units or other relevant qualification or experience.

Study Mode Full-Time, Day Release & Part-Time.

Study Mode

Progression To

Full-Time.

HND Tourism.

Progression To Access to Degree courses at University.

Career Paths

Opportunities with Tourist & Information Services, Tourism Development, Marketing, Conferencing.

Retail Travel, Tour Operations, Airlines, Travel Agencies.

HNC Travel SCQF level : 7

NC International Travel & Tourism

Course Content

SCQF level : 5

Subjects include: Retail Travel Practice, Air Travel, Structure of the Travel Industry, International Tourist Destinations, Customer Care, Communication, Information Technology.

Course Content

Entry Requirements 1 Higher or 12 relevant SQA Units or other relevant qualification or experience.

Subjects include: An Introduction to Travel and Tourism, Business Practices in Travel and Tourism, Interacting with Customers, Air Travel, Travel Agency Practice & Procedures, Information Technology, Numeracy, Spanish, Call Centre Skills, Communication and Tourist Destinations.

Entry Requirements Study Mode Full-Time, Day Release & Part-Time. August start with fast-track start in October.

This course is designed for students who have completed Standard Grades at General/Credit level or Intermediate 1 courses. Mature students do not require formal qualifications.

Progression To Study Mode

HND Travel with Tourism, HND Tourism.

Full-Time.

Career Paths Opportunities with Airlines, Tour Operators and Travel Agencies.

Progression To HNC Travel/HND Travel with Tourism or HNC/HND Tourism.

Career Paths Employment in the Travel Industry including Travel Agencies.

Centre for Leisure Industries

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school of life sciences

The subjects offered by the Department provide options to suit a wide range of individual needs and interests. These include: • Health Care • Social Care • Childhood Studies • Animal Care • Maths & Science • Social Sciences & Humanities • Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQ) • Personal Development Awards (PDA) New modern specialist facilities and highly qualified enthusiastic staff assist students of all ages and abilities to achieve their full potential. Qualifications and skills gained promote career prospects or progression to further training and education opportunities. The Department is approved to offer SVQ’s in Care and PDA Awards in Early Education & Childcare and Classroom Assistants. These are offered on a commercial or Local Enterprise Company (LEC) supported basis. The Department also offers a range of tailored and commercial short courses in areas such as Moving & Handling and Health & Safety Executive (HSE) First Aid. These courses are open to individuals and companies providing continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities for employees. Explore Science, Humanities, Health & Care options as part of your future learning.

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animal care/childcare

NC Animal Care

HNC Early Education & Childcare

SCQF level : 5/6

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

This course consists of both practical & theoretical units awarded by SQA. These include: Small Animal Husbandry: Accommodation & Handling, Small Animal Husbandry: Health Care, Small Animal Husbandry: Reptiles & Amphibians, Small Animal Husbandry: Aquatics, Record Keeping & Skills for Customer Care.

Subjects include: Working In An Early Education & Childcare Setting, Children & Young People’s Rights, Theoretical Approaches To Development & Learning, Curriculum & Assessment, Facilitating Playwork Opportunities, Understanding & Supporting Children’s Behaviour, Children & Young People With Additional Support Needs. There is a placement element in this course.

The course also includes Core Skills (Communication, Numeracy & Information Technology), a Work Placement and a Residential element at Barony College, Dumfries.

Entry Requirements • 3 Standard Grades (at General level or above) including English and a Science or equivalent qualification. Mature students will be considered at interview. • Students must be over 18 years old. • A genuine interest in animal care

Study Mode

Entry Requirements Candidates must be 18 or over and have 2 Highers or appropriate SQA Units, NC Childcare & Education, NC Early Education & Childcare, or relevant experience. To achieve this qualification candidates must be working in a childcare environment.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To BA Childhood Studies, BEd Early Years.

Full-Time.

Career Paths

Progression To Pre-Veterinary Nursing Course, HNC/D Animal Care.

Practice at Practitioner Category for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council.

Career Paths Employment in the Retail Animal Sector.

NC Early Education & Childcare

NPA Playwork & Childcare

SCQF level : 6

SCQF level : 5

Course Content

Subjects include: Child Development Birth – 12 years, Play in Early Education & Childcare, Supporting Children’s Behaviour, Holistic Approaches to Child Health, First Aid, Play in Practice, HIV, Hepatitis B & Hepatitis C Infections, Suporting Children’s Rights & Entitlements, Developmental Theories in Early Education & Childcare, Support Children with Additional Needs. There is a placement element in this course.

Core: Working with Children & Young People, Children & Young People: Rights & Protection, Children & Young People: The Process of Play, Child Development & Health.

Entry Requirements Candidates must be 17 or over and have 4 Standard Grades including English at Credit Level. No formal entry qualifications for Mature students are required.

Entry Requirements Candidates must have 4 Standard Grades at Credit or General Level. English must be included.

Study Mode

Full-Time.

Progression To

Optional: Candidates are required to select one optional unit from the following selection: Support Children’s & Young Peoples Play; Support a Child with Disabilities or Special Educational Needs; Support the Development of Babies & Children Under 3 Years; Contribute to the Effectiveness of Teams.

HNC Early Education & Childcare.

NC Early Education & Childcare or NC Child, Health & Social Care.

Career Paths

Practice at Support Worker Category for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council.

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SVQ Level 3 Children’s Care Development & Learning

SCQF level : 5

SCQF level : 6/7

Course Content

Core: Contribute to Positive Relationships, Use Support to Develop own Practice in Children’s Care, Learning & Development, Support Children’s Development, Help Keep Children Safe, Prepare & Maintain Environments to Meet Children’s Needs, Support Children’s Play & Learning.

Core: Develop & Promote Positive Relationships, Develop & Maintain a Healthy, Safe & Secure Environment for Children, Promote Children’s Development, Reflect on and Develop Practice, Protect & Promote Children’s Rights.

Optional: Candidates are required to select two optional units from a wide selection of available units.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode

No formal entry qualifications. Candidates must already be employed in an early years setting.

Work Based.

Study Mode Work Based.

Progression To SVQ Level 3 Children’s Care Development & Learning.

childcare/healthcare

SVQ Level 2 Children’s Care Development & Learning

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications. Candidates must already be employed in an early years setting.

Progression To PDA Early Education & Childcare.

Career Paths Career advancement.

Professional Development Award (PDA) Childhood Practice

HNC Health Care

SCQF level : 8

Course Content

Subjects include: Physiology for Health Care Professionals, Physiology of the Reproductive System, Principles of Health Care Practice, Health Care Policy, Psychology and Sociology in Health Care, Health Care Practice Experience, Calculations and Practical Techniques in Health Care, Positive Health Care for Individuals, Heath Care: Graded Unit.

Core: Childhood Practice & Social Services: Developing Leadership, Managing Quality in Early Education & Childcare Settings, Developing Professional Childhood Practice, Integrated Working & Collaborative Practice, Childhood Practice: Graded Unit 2. Optional: Manage a Quality Curriculum, Managing the Implementation of the Values & Principles of Playwork, Sociology of Childhood, Promoting Language, Literacy & Numeracy in Early Education & Childcare, International Perspectives in Early Education & Childcare, Personal Development Planning, Supporting & Managing the Protection of Individuals, Team Working in Care Settings, Supporting Children Learning Through an Additional Language.

Entry Requirements Candidates should be qualified early years practitioners and have a minimum of three years work experience. NNEB or NC & HNC or SVQ level 2 & 3.

Study Mode Part-Time Evening over 2 years.

Progression To BA Early Childhood Studies, BEd. Early Years & Education

Career Paths Management position in child care.

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SCQF level : 7

Entry Requirements 2 Highers (including English) or 12 relevant SQA Units including Communication at Higher or other relevant qualifications. Age 17 years or over.

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To Possible direct articulation to 2nd year of BSc Health Sciences at The University of the West of Scotland. Successful candidates over 21 years of age can apply for first year Diploma in Adult or Mental Health Nursing at Napier University. All successful candidates can apply for a Diploma in Higher Education in Adult or Mental Health Nursing. Part-time progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Career Paths Career in Nursing or other health related professions.

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health & social care

HNC Social Care

NC Health & Social Care (Higher)

SCQF level : 7

SCQF level : 6

Course Content

The HNC in Social Care is suitable for people who work or wish to work in settings where care and support is being provided for individuals or groups. The main aim is to provide an integrated course of practice and theory to equip candidates to work effectively in a range of social care settings. Students will study a number of mandatory units including : Social Care Theory, Psychology, Sociology and Social Policy along with four of the core units from the SVQ Level 3 in Care. Students will also undertake practice experience within a relevant care setting.

Subjects include: Health & Social Care Group Award, Child Protection: An Introduction, Values & Principles in Care, Understanding & Supporting People in Health & Social Care Settings, Introduction to Counselling, Sociology for Care, Communication, Understanding Mental Health & Mental Illness, Support the Health & Safety of Yourself & Individuals, Psychology for Care, Working in Health & Social Care Settings, Practical Skills for Carers, Numeracy, Substance Use & Misuse, First Aid, Working as a Team in a Care Setting.

Entry Requirements

Study Mode

Evidence of previous study at Intermediate 2 Level including English, or other relevant qualifications, or experience. Candidates without formal qualifications are invited to complete a short piece of written work. Candidates without these qualifications but with relevant experience will be considered.

Full-Time, Day Release & Evening.

Study Mode

Progression To

Full-Time.

Social Work or Social Science Degree Courses. Parttime progression routes to study for a degree with the Open University. The College is a support centre for the Open University. Further information can be provided on request.

Progression To

Previous experience in the sector is desirable, but not essential. 2 Highers (including English) or 12 relevant SQA Units including Communication at Higher or other relevant qualifications. Age 17 years or over.

Career Paths

HNC Social Care, HNC Health Care.

Career Paths Employment in a social care setting.

Employment in Social Work and Social Care. The Scottish Social Service Council have included HNC Social Care as a suitable qualification for registration as a worker in residential child care and adult residential care setting.

Introduction to Care Intermediate 1

NC Child, Health & Social Care (Intermediate 2)

SCQF level : 4/5

SCQF level : 5

Course Content

Subjects include: Working With Others, Play, Communication, Personal & Social Development, A & E Procedures, HIV & HEP B An Introduction, Information Technology, Numeracy, Human Development, Health Choices.

Subjects include: Child Development, Psychology, Working in a Care Setting, Sociology, Values & Principles in Care, Communication, Numeracy, IT.

Candidates should have Communications and Numeracy at Intermediate 1.

Entry Requirements Evidence of a previous study at Intermediate Level including English, or other relevant qualifications or by means of a course entry test for those with no formal qualifications.

Study Mode

Entry Requirements

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To

Full-Time.

NC Health & Social Care, NC Early Education & Childcare.

Progression To

Career Paths

NC Child, Health & Social Care.

Employment in Health, Child or Social Care settings.

Career Paths Employment in a care setting.

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SCQF level : 6

SVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (Adult)

Course Content

SCQF level : 7

Subjects include: Communicate With And Complete Records For Individuals, Support The Health & Safety Of Yourself & Individuals, Develop Your Knowledge & Practice, Ensure Your Own Actions Support The Care, Protection & Well-Being Of Individuals. Plus 2 Optional Units.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications. Candidates must be presently employed in Care.

Study Mode Work Based. Additional units can be offered for CPD.

Progression To

health & social care

SVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care

Course Content Subjects include: Promote Effective Communication For And About Individuals, Promote Monitor & Maintain Health Safety & Security In the Working Environment, Reflect On And Develop Your Own Practice, Promote Choice Well-Being & The Protection Of All Individuals. Plus 4 Optional Units.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications. Candidates should be presently employed in Care, as a Senior Carer.

Study Mode Work Based. Additional units can be offered for CPD.

SVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care.

Progression To

Career Paths

SVQ Level 4 Health & Social Care, HNC Social Care, HNC Health Care.

Employment as a Carer in a variety of different care settings.

Career Paths Employment as a Senior Carer in a variety of different care settings.

SVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)

SVQ Level 4 Health & Social Care (Adult)

SCQF level : 7

SCQF level : 9

Course Content

Subjects include: Promote Effective Communication For And About Individuals, Promote Monitor & Maintain Health Safety & Security In The Working Environment, Reflect On And Develop Your Own Practice, Promote The Well-Being & Protection Of Children & Individuals. Plus 4 Optional Units.

Subjects include: Use & Develop Methods & Systems To Communicate Record & Report, Contribute To The Development & Maintenance Of Health & Safe Practices In the Working Environment, Take Responsibility For The Continuing Professional Development Of Self & Others, Develop Practices Which Promote Choice, Well-Being & Protection Of All Individuals. Plus 4 Optional Units.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications. Candidates should be presently employed in Care, as a Senior Carer.

Study Mode Work Based. Additional units can be offered for CPD.

Entry Requirements HNC or SVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care. Candidates must be presently employed in Care in a supervisory capacity.

Study Mode

Progression To

Work Based.

SVQ Level 4 Health & Social Care, HNC Social Care, HNC Health Care, HNC Early Education & Childcare.

Progression To

Career Paths

Further study. Leadership & Management for Care Services.

Employment as a Senior Carer within a child care settings.

Career Paths Employment as a Supervisor within a care setting.

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School of Life Sciences

health & social care/ care management/nursing

SVQ Level 4 Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) SCQF level : 9

Professional Development Award (PDA) in Health & Social Care: Supervision

Course Content

SCQF level : 7

Subjects include: Use & Develop Methods & Systems To Communicate Record & Report, Contribute To The Development & Maintenance Of Health & Safe Practices In the Working Environment, Take Responsibility For The Continuing Professional Development Of Self & Others, Develop Practices Which Promotes Involvement, WellBeing & Protection Of Children & Young People. Plus 4 Optional Units.

Aim of Course:

Entry Requirements HNC or SVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care. Candidates must be employed in a supervisory role in Care

Study Mode

The aim of this course is to ensure that staff have the knowledge and skills to supervise people and to protect individuals receiving care.

Course Content The course consists of 2 units • Health & Social Care: Supervise People • Health & Social Care: Supervise the Protection of People Assessment to achieve this qualification is in the form of 2 x 1500 word essays. Assessment of the units may be integrated on request.

Work Based.

Entry Requirements

Progression To

SVQ Health & Social Care Level 3 (or equivalent).

Further study. Leadership & Management for Care Services.

Career Paths Employment as a Supervisor within a child care setting.

Study Mode Tuesday or Wednesday - 8 evenings i.e. 1 evening per week every second week. 5.00pm - 8.00pm.

Progression To

Leadership & Management for Care Services (Replacement for Level 4 Registered Manager)

SVQ Health & Social Care Level 4.

Career Paths This course will provide senior carers and supervisors with sufficient credits at SCQF Level 7 to register with the Scottish Social Services Council.

SCQF level : 10

Course Content The course consists of 8 units including 4 core and 4 optional (from a range of 27 areas) Core Units: Manage & Develop yourself & your Workforce within Care Services, Lead & Manage Provision of Care Services That Respects, Protects & Promotes the Rights & Responsibilities of People, Develop & Maintain Systems, Procedures & Practice of Care Services to Manage Risks & Comply with Health & Safety Requirements, Lead & Manage Effective Communication That Promotes Positive Outcomes for People Within Care Services

(Local Collaboration Programme) SCQF level : 5/6

Course Content

Optional Units including: Facilitate & Manage Change within Care Services Through Reflective, Motivating & Flexible Leadership, Actively Engage in the Safe Selection & Recruitment of Workers & their Retention in Care Services, Manage and Evaluate Systems, Procedures & Practices for Assessments, Plans & Reviews within Care Services, Monitor & Manage the Quality of the Provision of Care Services.

Subjects include: Contemporary Issues, Communication, Introduction to Chemistry, Introduction to Computer Application Packages, Behavioural Sciences, Health Choices, First Aid Measures, Health Promotion, Mental Health & Mental Illness, Numeracy.

Entry Requirements

No formal entry qualifications. Aged over 21.

Level 4 in Health & Social Care or equivalent with relevant work experience. Must be employed in a Management role.

Study Mode

Progression To

Work-based.

On successful completion and interview, guaranteed place at The University of the West of Scotland, Diploma in Nursing, Adult or Mental Health.

Progression To Professional Diploma Award.

Career Paths Develop Management Role. 64

NC Access To Nursing

School of Life Sciences

Entry Requirements

Full-Time.

Career Paths Adult & Mental Health Nursing.

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HNC Counselling

SCQF level : 5/6

SCQF level : 7

Course Content

Subjects include: Health & Safety Procedures, Provide Chair Side Support during Assessment and Dental Treatments, Protect Oral Health, Produce Dental XRays, Personal Development.

Core: Relationship â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Centred Counselling Skills â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Stages 1, 2 & 3 of the Three Stage Integrative Model; Counselling Theory: (The Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Behavioural and Cognitive approaches. )

The course also includes Core Skills and a Work Placement (Hep B vaccination requried before commencement). As well as an examination in late May, set by the National Examination Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN), students must also complete a Record of Experience.

Entry Requirements Three Standard Grades (at General level or above), including English and Biology or Science or equivalent qualifcations. A genuine interest in dental health care. Mature students without qualifications will be considered at interview.

Options: Developing Personal Effectiveness, Group Counselling Skills.

Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements, however a keen interest in counselling is required.

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To Appropriate Degree courses.

Study Mode Full-Time although Part-Time options may be considered.

Progression To Continuous professional development within the dental field.

Career Paths Students who achieve relevant degree and postgraduate qualifications following on from the HNC will be able to practise as qualified counsellors in a variety of settings.

dental nursing/ social sciences & humanities

NC Dental Nursing

Career Paths Career advancement.

HNC Social Sciences SCQF level : 7

Course Content

NC Access To Humanities (Arts, Communication & Social Sciences)

Core: Research Methods, Sociology, Politics, Psychology, History, Graded Unit - Exam.

SCQF level : 4/5/6

Entry Requirements

Subjects include: Communication, Literature, Psychology, Sociology, Politics, Counselling Skills, Information Technology, Contemporary Issues, Modern Studies, Numeracy, History.

2 SQA Higher Grade passes, one of which should be English or Communications 4. Relevant experience for Mature Students.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To HND Social Sciences or University Degree course.

Career Paths Social Services, Local Government, Market Research and Teaching.

Course Content

Entry Requirements Adults with no, few or out-of-date qualifications.

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To Successful completion guarantees a place on a Degree course at University. Alternatively students may articulate on to an HNC.

Career Paths A wide range of career options in Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism, Media, Teaching, Social and Community Work, Civil Service, Local Authorities.

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social sciences & humanities

NC Access to Primary Education SCQF level : 4/5/6

Course Content Subjects include: Communication, Literature, Maths, Psychology, Sociology, Politics, Contemporary Issues, Information Technology, Biology, Modern Studies.

Entry Requirements Adults with no, few or out-of-date qualifications. Students should also be able to demonstrate a realistic understanding of working with young children (not necessarily in a school setting).

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To Students will progress to a Degree course in Primary Education following on from a successful interview for a University place and providing they complete all units in the designated programme. Students can also be given a guaranteed place on other University programmes.

Career Paths Primary Education Teaching.

“

I was 18 when I started and I loved the college lifestyle. The courses enhanced my role as a volunteer and when I travelled to Africa and India during my summer breaks, I found that my training at college helped me prepare for the challenges that I faced. I found the staff very supportive throughout my 2 years at Reid Kerr and I plan to continue with my education this year, when I apply for a place at University to begin a degree in Nursing.

”

Kerry McGroarty - HNC Health Care

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I have always been interested in working with people and after a career in customers services at Glasgow Airport, I made the decision to return to education and study within the Healthcare sector. The course at Reid Kerr has given me the fundamental knowledge needed to follow my goal of reaching University later this year. The 1-year course has been challenging but very rewarding and on completion of my training in June this year, I hope to be accepted onto the 1st year of a degree at the University of The West of Scotland (UWS) to study Nursing. The transition from college to university should be made a lot easier by the established links Reid Kerr already have with the course and the staff at UWS.

”

Angela Kennedy - Access to Nursing

School of Life Sciences

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support for learning department

Opportunities are offered for a unique learning experience in a friendly, supportive environment. Our extensive range of courses offer a student centred approach with the flexibility to suit individual needs. As part of our commitment to lifelong learning we offer full-time and part-time courses to suit people of all age groups. A wide variety of teaching approaches allow students to access the local community, to experience learning in real-life situations and promote independence. All students will have an opportunity to undertake work experience which may lead to supported employment. Our main strength is a highly qualified, experienced and motivated staff who endeavours to maximise the potential of each student. If you require further information or would like to arrange a visit to the section, then please telephone the Departmental Secretary on 0141 581 2314/2278 or email: nsheridan@reidkerr.ac.uk

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Support for Learning

support for learning

NC Development

Choices

Course Content

The course is designed for young people with moderate-severe learning difficulties.

Students can select a 1, 2 or 3 day course depending on suitability.

Core: Independent Living Skills, Numeracy, Communication, Residential Activities, Leisure Activities, Independent Travel, Personal Profiling, Guidance, Computing.

Wide range of subjects on offer from Leisure (e.g. Art, Photography, PE, Music), Personal Development (e.g. Independent Travel, Independent Living), to Basic Skills (e.g. Literacy, Numeracy, Computing, Catering, Painting & Decorating.)

Options: Music, Sport & Recreation, Art, Catering, Drama, Dance.

Entry Requirements No entry requirements. Most students attend the Link course in their last school session.

Study Mode

The aim is to help you become more confident, mature and independent.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications. (For adults with moderate/severe learning difficulties).

Study Mode

Full-Time.

Part-Time.

Progression To Develop new skills and continue your education in College - ’STARTS’ course, Work Preparation or NC choices. Gain SQA Units which can be used after leaving College.

Development Link Course Content This course aims to help pupils make the transition from School to College within a supported environment. The course provides a general introduction to College life and allows students to experience some of the subjects they would undertake on the full-time Development Course. Link courses are primarily for pupils in their last year(s) of schooling.

Progression To Possible to return to College on part-time basis to do further Choices Courses or go into supported employment.

“

It is good to come to college and work with new friends. I enjoy the hands on practical classes in Gardening and Painting & Decorating at Reid Kerr.

”

James Docherty - Choices

Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements (for adults with moderate to severe learning difficulties). Applications are generally made through the pupils’ school.

Study Mode Part-Time Day. (Tuesday or Wednesday)

Progression To NC Development.

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highers

Highers Programme : Pathways to University & HN Reid Kerr College offers an extensive range of Highers, which can be studied on a day or evening basis. Highers are recognised qualifications, extending the student’s knowledge and understanding and providing a good grounding in the subject studied. They provide an ideal basis for progressing to further study or assisting in career advancement. Highers are available on a full-time, part-time day and evening basis.

Subjects available include: Higher Maths Higher Media Studies Higher Psychology Higher Sociology Higher Economics

Higher Business Management Higher English Higher History Higher Human Biology Higher Modern Studies

Intermediate 2 Courses The College also offers a comprehensive range of subjects at Intermediate 2 level, which is equivalent to a Standard Grade at Credit Level. Courses include: Intermediate 2 Accounting & Finance Intermediate 2 Administration Intermediate 2 Business Management

Intermediate 2 Hospitality: Professional Cookery Intermediate 2 Maths

For further information on any of the College’s Highers provision contact the Admissions Unit on 0800 052 7343.

“

Although I live in Ayrshire, it has been really easy to get to college every day and studying Highers in English, History, Psychology and Sociology here has been a terrific experience. I needed to upgrade my Highers after my results from school and going to college seemed like the obvious route.

”

Claire Maguire - Highers

“

I am very keen to follow a career in creative writing and had already completed an HNC in Professional Writing at Reid Kerr and later returned to take Highers in English & History. The atmosphere at Reid Kerr is great and I am glad that I chose to study here.

”

Stevie McKinnon - Highers

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Highers

student support courses

StepLink

NC Step

Course Content

This course aims to help pupils make the transition from School to College within a supported environment. It is aimed specifically at school pupils considering a full-time Step course.

This course is designed for young people requiring a confidence building course developing the skills required to cope with personal and working life. Core: Communication, Numeracy, Work Experience, Residential, Guidance/Tutorial, Computing.

The course provides a general introduction to College life and an investigation into various subjects available in both core and optional areas.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications.

Study Mode Part-Time. For the duration of 6 weeks with various start dates throughout the session.

Progression To

Options: Office Skills, Sport & Recreation, Catering, Painting & Decorating, Auto-Engineering, Video Drama, Leisure Time Activites, Construction Trades, Music/DJ Skills, Art, Community Studies, Radio Station, Contemporary Issues, IT Applications, Social Care, Childcare, Hairdressing & Beauty.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications. Most students attend a Link course in their last school year.

Study Mode

NC Step.

Full-Time.

Progression To Opportunity to take courses in other departments within the College, training programmes, supported employment or open employment.

“

NC Steps 2 Work Course Content Designed for young people with additional support needs, this one year course develops work related skills, confidence and self awareness. Core subjects include: Guidance/Tutorial, Work Experience & Job Seeking Skills. Options to access other subject areas include: Auto-Engineering, Hairdressing, Catering, PE, Construction Trades, Radio Station and DJ Skills.

Entry Requirements No formal entry qualifications.

Study Mode Full-Time.

Progression To Courses in other Departments in the College, Skillseekers Programmes or employment.

Career Paths Opportunities to progress to into open employment or a Skillseekers programme.

Student Support Courses

I have been part of a great team of students and lecturers, learning new skills and training in a variety of different departments around the college. I have really enjoyed coming to Reid Kerr and after 2 years I have broadened my horizons and met some brilliant people. My education has definitely helped me create a clear path for my future.

”

Matthew Kennedy - STEPS

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open university degree partnership

OPEN UNIVERSITY DEGREE PARTNERSHIP It’s new! Ever thought about doing a Degree? Reid Kerr College and the Open University have signed an agreement to work together in what is a unique partnership. So what does this mean for you? •

Whether a current or previous student at Reid Kerr College , or you simply want to enhance your employability and career development by studying for a degree at a time and place that suits you - then we could have the ideal solution.

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If you have an HNC or HND there are a number of progression options to degree and you will be able to use credit points gained from your HNC or HND to reduce the amount of time it will take you to get your degree.

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You study part time, so this suits people who want or need to study but study at a time that fits around your personal or work commitments.

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As a Reid Kerr Open University student via this partnership you will have full access to Reid Kerr College facilities and Support Staff. This includes our OU Centre where you can meet with tutors or simply use the facilities to study, access resources or use our dedicated IT facilities and on-line resources. You will also have access to our library and flexible drop in IT and study suits and our full range of Support Services.

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You will have access to the facilities and dedicated support staff of one of Scotland’s leading Colleges and a University that was ranked as one of the UKs top 5 Universities.

What can I study? The Open University's BA or BSc (Open) degree allows students to choose from a wide range of OU modules tailored to their personal and vocational needs. This allows students to either build on the subject areas studied in college or provides the flexibility to develop skills and knowledge in other subject areas. Students with an HND can count up to 240 points of credit transfer towards the OU’s 360 point BA/BSc (Open) with Honours. Similarly, a student with an HNC can count between 95 and 120 points of credit transfer towards the 300 point BA/BSc (Open) or the 360 point BA/BSc (Open) with Honours. Honours degrees in named subjects are also available and further information on credit transfer is available on request.

For further information why not drop into our dedicated OU Centre located at our main campus on Renfrew Road or call Katrina Crawford on 0141 581 2255 for details on how you can find out more. Our web site also has information that can help you. Log onto www.reidkerr.ac.uk

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part-time & distance learning

PART-TIME STUDY The College offers a comprehensive programme of vocational part-time courses available on a day release, evening and twilight basis. Whether you want to learn additional skills, achieve new qualifications or enhance your career prospects, part-time study at Reid Kerr offers you a wide variety of opportunities. From professional qualifications and complete courses to short programmes or singular modules, an extensive range of courses are available in the following subject areas: Languages, Business Skills, Management, Computing, Finance, Built Environment, Quality, Child Care, Food Hygiene, Catering & Hospitality, Engineering, Health & Safety, Hairdressing & Beauty and many more. To find out more about these courses contact Admissions on 0800 052 7343 and request a copy of our latest part-time prospectus or check our website at www.reidkerr.ac.uk.

DISTANCE LEARNING Distance Learning provides you with a mode of studying that is flexible to support your lifestyle commitments and learning ambitions. In today’s fast moving and competitive world distance learning enables you to enhance your job prospects without putting your career on hold, allowing you to develop your skills in your own time and at your own pace, whether for personal or professional learning. With a distance learning course you’re free to study whenever and wherever you like – and still get support and understanding from a college tutor. Courses are available in a wide variety of subject areas including: •

Accounting & Finance

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Engineering

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Administration & Information Technology

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Health & Safety

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Animal Care

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Health Studies

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Business

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Learning & Development

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Child Care

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Management

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Computing

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Marketing

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Communication

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Maths

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Energy & Utilities

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Social Sciences

Distance Learning is an ideal solution to learning for people who have busy lives to lead. Call 0141 581 2319 or email distancelearning@reidkerr.ac.uk for your copy of the latest Distance Learning Prospectus. Alternatively you can apply online at www.distancelearningscotland.com.

Part-Time & Distance Learning

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community

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT The College is commıtted to developing partnerships in the community to help people of all ages

access education and training opportunities in local learning centres. The College has established a network of partners throughout Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire, supported by the Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire Councils and an increasing number of voluntary organisations. Courses are provided at Community Learning centres during the day, in the evenings and at weekends. There is a wide variety of subject areas available to meet the needs of all members of the communities the College serves. Many of the activities provide national accreditation and certification and an increasing number of students progress to full-time and other part-time education and training. Most of the activities are provided free or at low cost to individuals. Programmes include: • • • • •

Beauty Business Child Care Computing Cookery

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Counselling First Aid Food Hygiene Health & Fitness Languages

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PC Maintenance Photography Social Sciences Sign Language Working with Communities

Partners include: • Community Planning Partnerships • Renfrewshire Council • East Renfrewshire Council • Paisley Partnership Regeneration Company • Auchenback Active • Barrhead Housing Association • Voluntary Action - East Renfrewshire • Renfrewshire Council for Voluntary Services

For further information, please contact Gina on 0141 581 2117 or contact your local learning centre to find out what courses they are running.

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Community

community

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COURSES In addition, Community Development offers a selection of courses providing students with the knowledge & experience on various aspects of community work.

NC Working with Communities SCQF level : 5/6

Course Content Core Units: Values & Principles, Community Groups: An Introduction, Sociological Perspectives, Understanding Equality & Diversity, Local Community Investigations, Communications, Workplace Experience. Options include: Adult Learning, Youth Work, Capacity Building, Volunteering: An Introduction, Committee Skills, Skills for Effective Learning, Child Protection, Community Arts, Sports Development, Community Drama, First Aid, Information Technology, Introduction to Counselling, Psychology.

Entry Requirements This course is designed for students who have completed Standard Grades at General/Credit level or Intermediate 1 courses. Mature students do not require formal qualifications.

Study Mode Full-Time & Part-Time.

Progression To HNC Working with Communities.

Career Paths There are a variety of employment opportunities in both the statutory & voluntary sectors in the area of Community Learning & Development.

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Learning at a local learning centre is an excellent environment for people to re-train and upgrade their skills. I studied an Information Technology and Communications course at my local learning centre and I have been able to further my education and re-train since then. This year I will complete my final year of an HND at Reid Kerr College.

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Stacey White, and David Brown Community Learning

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I was looking for a qualification that would support my current work history and also help me gain a range of experience in various aspects of the community. The HNC at Reid Kerr was ideal as the programme covered a great choice of subjects as well as many core areas of study that were all key to achieving a fundamental qualification in community work.

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Community

Murray McCloy - HNC Working with Communities

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conference & research facilities

ABERCORN CONFERENCE & TRAINING CENTRE The Abercorn Conference & Training Centre is a recent addition to the College facilities. This outstanding landmark building, which was originally built in 1902, was renovated to create a fully equipped state of the art conference and learning facility that includes a lecture theatre, and several training and meeting rooms. In addition to the high quality conference and meeting facilities available the Conference Centre also provides excellent hospitality and state of the art audio visual equipment to meet all your business needs.

The facilities are available for external hire, for further information or to arrange a visit contact the Events & Conference Centre Organiser on 0141 581 2305.

RESEARCH Reid Kerr College has established a Research Facility to provide research in vocational education, community development and social inclusion. In order to respond to the challenges which society will face in the 21st century, decisions need to be informed by well-founded research. In making an effective contribution to lifelong learning we must know about the society we serve – students, employers and the local community. The College seeks to work with partners to: •

Collaborate in research with higher education.

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Research the impact of community learning.

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Research issues of social inclusion in community partnerships.

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Undertake in-depth analysis of lifelong learning issues.

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Identify training needs of local businesses.

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Provide a research and knowledge service to partners.

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Develop an on-line call centre research capability.

For further information contact the Vice Principal on 0141 581 2215 or email: imorris@reidkerr.ac.uk

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training for business

Centre for Corporate Development Training for Business Investing in developing your employee's skills can lead to a better skilled more motivated workforce and benefits to your company can include increased efficiency and effectiveness, empowering your staff and stimulating innovation and creativity throughout the business, placing your company in a prime position to take full advantage of all opportunities available. The College provides training and staff development customised to meet business and commercial needs. Working in partnership with organisations and professional bodies, locally, nationally and internationally, Reid Kerr assists companies in the development and growth of their business. All our programmes are developed in consultation with a range of academic and industry professionals to ensure their relevance to today's workplace. Reid Kerr offers a comprehensive range of programmes encompassing all areas and specialities of business including: • Gas Safety, Plumbing & Mechanical Services • Built Environment • Health & Safety, Food Hygiene & Licence Trade • Business & Management • IOSH Health & Safety Certificates • Childcare • Maintenance • Computing & IT • Marketing • Creative Arts & Media • Modern Apprenticeships & Vocational Qualifications • Disability Awareness at Reid Kerr College • ECDL

• NEBOSH Health & Safety Certificates

• Electrical

• Oil & Gas Programmes

• Employment Skills Centre

• Renewable Energy

• English Language Training

• Skills for Carers

• First Aid & Emergency Procedures

• Travel & Tourism

Programmes can be tailored to suit your requirements or approved by relevant professional bodies and can be delivered in the workplace or a venue of your choice. Find your Business Solutions at Reid Kerr College.

Key Contacts: For further information, to make an enquiry, or arrange an appointment please contact: Kim Queen, Executive Director Tel: 0141 581 2234 Email: kqueen@reidkerr.ac.uk Sara Rae, Head of Corporate Development Tel: 0141 581 2346 Email: srae@reidkerr.ac.uk Elizabeth Wilson, Administrative Assistant to Business Development Unit Tel: 0141 581 2121 Email: ewilson@reidkerr.ac.uk Fax: 0141 581 2393

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training services

TRAINING SERVICES The College is a key provider of VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING in Scotland, working closely with Skills Development Scotland to achieve National Training Targets. Our employer-led training programmes have won National Training Awards and Modern Apprenticeship Awards, showcasing best practice.

Scottish/National Vocational Qualifications Nationally recognised Scottish/National Vocational Qualifications - SVQs and NVQs - offer a flexible approach to work-based training. You may already have existing training programmes in your company. Vocational Qualifications help structure this training to meet standards developed by your particular industry. The qualifications are competence based and give credit for past experience and knowledge and are an excellent tool for developing those in employment. The level of the qualifications range from those aimed at the new entrant to those for senior managers and above.

The Benefits of SVQs/NVQs For employers, S/NVQs: ● Training in your workplace ● Give your staff up-to-date skills ● Show your commitment to your staff and to your customers ● Improve staff morale and loyalty ● Improve quality of work and efficiency ● Provide a benchmark of competence when recruiting new staff ● Give your company a competitive edge

The Benefits we can offer you include: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Support in recruiting young staff In-house training A wide range of professional quality programmes in a variety of disciplines Well qualified staff with occupationally relevant experience Nationally recognised qualifications known as Scottish/National Vocational Qualifications – SVQs and NVQs A flexible approach to both on and off the job training Support and training for Assessors and Verifiers within your organisation Access to funds for training

Vocational Qualifications are offered in the following areas: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

● Oral Health Care - Dental Nursing Business Administration ● Personnel Management Call Handling ● Personnel Support Motor Vehicle ● Plumbing Cleaning & Support Services ● Retail Construction ● Team Leading Customer Service ● Tourism Children’s Care Learning & Development Hairdressing Handling Air Passengers Health & Social Care Hospitality Information Technology Leadership Management for Care Services Learning & Development Management

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training services

Modern Apprenticeships Modern Apprenticeships offer those sixteen and over the opportunity to train and gain skills and qualifications whilst working and earning. All Modern Apprenticeships offer industryrecognised qualifications with SVQs or other competency based qualifications at their core. They also include communications, problem solving, team work, numeracy and information technology - core skills that are crucial to the work environment. Modern Apprenticeships are available from Craft to Management level across a wide range of sectors. We can offer Modern Apprenticeship programmes tailored to your company needs and would be pleased to discuss your requirements further. Funding for Modern Apprenticeships is available for certain age groups. Who is eligible? ●

16-19 year olds in employment

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20 years plus in key sector areas – please enquire for further information

Training Programmes for the Unemployed The Training for Work programme aims to give unemployed people the skills they need to get back into work. Individual benefits are not affected and help is available towards travel expenses.

Get Ready for Work The Get Ready for Work programme is designed for young people with pre-vocational needs. Working closely with Skills Development Scotland - Careers, our courses will help develop an individual’s confidence and work-related skills. There is the opportunity to progress to employment and/or further training funded through the Modern Apprenticeship programme. During training the College supports the individual with a training allowance and travel expenses. For further information, contact: Maria Roushias Training Services Manager Reid Kerr College Renfrew Road Paisley PA3 4DR Tel No: 0141 581 2121 Fax No: 0141 581 2393 E-mail: mroushias@reidkerr.ac.uk

Training Services

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european

The European Community in Reid Kerr College Many of our courses and activities are part funded by The Commission of the European Union through the European Social Fund (ESF) and The European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). This funding allows the College to provide added value to many of its vocational education and training activities, including: •

Additional places for students

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Assistance with travel and childcare costs

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Financial support for students

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Access to guidance and learner support

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Flexible learning

The College works in collaboration with Renfrewshire’s Community Planning Partnership to develop and deliver initiatives which support: •

Employability

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Lifelong Learning

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Social Inclusion

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Enterprise & Innovation

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Community Development

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E-Learning Opportunities

For further information on European funded programmes in the College please contact: Admissions Unit Reid Kerr College Renfrew Road Paisley PA3 4DR Scotland Tel No.: + 44 (0) 141 581 2222 or 0800 052 7343 Fax No.: + 44 (0) 141 581 2204 Email: sservices@reidkerr.ac.uk

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the international dimension

The International Dimension We warmly welcome international students. Reid Kerr College enjoys an international reputation for the excellence of its courses and the results its students achieve. Students studying in the college, or with our partner The University of the West of Scotland join a growing number of international students from Europe, Africa, India, Pakistan, Malaysia, China, Japan, Nepal and Bangladesh. We offer education and training at all levels, from foundation courses, through HNC/HND programmes as well as access to degree and postgraduate qualifications. But it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop there.

We warmly welcome staff exchange activities. With the support of the European Commission and International Aid agencies the College sustains a number of transnational partnerships to promote: Cultural Exchanges Curriculum Development Staff Development Collaboration/Consultancy Services Research

We actively support capacity building activities. The College works with Higher Education Institutions and Government agencies to jointly develop the educational infrastructure in partner countries, through co-operation, staff development and in exploring new funding methodologies. For further information on any of our International programmes, please contact: Hazel Mulberry International Office Reid Kerr College Renfrew Road Paisley, PA3 4DR Scotland United Kingdom Tel: + 44 (0) 141 581 2277 Fax: + 44 (0) 141 581 2206 Email: international@reidkerr.ac.uk www.reidkerr.net/international_students

The International Dimension

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ESOL

Business School Accounting & Finance

Intensive ESOL Elementary

Intensive ESOL Intermediate 1

HND Accounting

HNC Accounting

Intensive ESOL Intermediate 2

NC Accounting

Intensive ESOL Higher Level

Learning & Development

Administration & IT HND Administration & Information Technology

HNC Administration & Information Technology

NC Administration

NC Medical Secretary

Business

L&D9DI Award - Assess Workplace Competence Using Direct & Indirect Methods

L&D11 - Internally Monitor & Maintain the Quality of Workplace Assessment

SVQ Level 3 Learning & Development

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HND Business

SVQ Level 4 Learning & Development

HNC Business

Management

NC Business

HNC Human Resource Management

SVQ Level 2 Business Administration

HNC Management

PDA in Leadership & Change

PDA in Managing Resources & Quality

PDA in Managing Self & Others

PDA in Strategic Management

Chartered Management Institute Courses

SVQ Level 3 Business Administration / Modern Apprenticeship Business Administration

SVQ Level 2 Customer Service

SVQ Level 3 Customer Service

Community Development NC Working With Communities

HND/BSc Computing: Software Development

HND/BSc Computing: Technical Support

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HND/BSc Interactive Media: Web Development

HNC/HND Computer Games Development

HNC Computing

HNC Computing (Technical Support Options)

HNC Information Technology: Database Administration 23 23

NC Digital Media Computing with Computer Hardware & Support

Chartered Management Institute Qualifications in Management & Leadership

Chartered Management Institute Qualifications in

HND/BSc Information Technology:

HNC Interactive Media: Web Development

Chartered Management Institute Qualifications in First Line Management

Computing

Database Administration

Strategic Management & Leadership

Chartered Management Institute Diploma in Public Service Leadership

Institute of Leadership & Management Certificate in Team Leading

Institute of Leadership & Management Introductory Certificate in First Line Management

Institute of Leadership & Management Introductory Award 24

NC Digital Media Computing with Games Development 24 NC Digital Media Computing with Software Development 24

in Team Leading

SVQ Level 2 Team Leading

SVQ Level 3 Management / Modern Apprenticeship

SVQ Level 4 Management

SVQ Level 5 Management

NC Digital Media Computing with Web Development

Access to Information Technology

SVQ Level 2 IT User

SVQ Level 3 IT User

Marketing

Microsoft Office Specialist

Chartered Institute of Marketing Introductory Certificate

European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

CISCO CCNA Training

Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) 26

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Prospectus 2011/2012 Course List

in Marketing

Chartered Institute of Marketing Professional Certificate in Marketing

Course Summaries

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NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety &

Teaching Qualifications City & Guilds 7300 Introduction to Trainer Skills

City & Guilds 7303 Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector Level 3 & 4

APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management

Prince2® Foundation

Prince2 Practitioner

City & Guilds 7304 Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector Level 3 & 4

Health

Academy of Creative Arts

SQA PDA Introduction to Tutoring in Adult Literacies Learning

BA (Hons) Drama

TUC

BA (Hons) Graphic Communication

TUC Programmes

BA Creative Industry Practice

(Majoring in Photography & Imaging)

Institute of Construction & Engineering Construction, Energy & Utility Skills HNC Electrical Installation

NC Built Environment

National Progression Award in Construction (Formerly Pre-Apprenticeship)

NC Renewable Energy Technologies

Intermediate 2 Electrical Installation with Renewable Energy

HN Advanced Brickwork

HN Advanced Carpentry & Joinery

HN Advanced Roof Slating, Tiling & Cement Work

HNC Construction Management

SVQ Level 3 Brickwork

SVQ Level 3 Carpentry & Joinery

SVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation

SVQ Level 3 Plumbing

SVQ Level 3 Roof Slating, Tiling & Cement Work

HND Acting & Performance

HND Dance Artists

HND Graphic Design with Animation

HND 3D Design - Interior Architecture

HND Music

HND Photography

HNC Acting & Performance

HNC Creative Industries: Radio

HNC Dance Artists

HNC Fine Art Portfolio

HNC Music

HNC Photography

HNC Sound Production

HNC Technical Theatre

NC Acting & Theatre Performance

NC Dance

NC Interior Architecture

NC Music

NQ Graphic Design With Animation

NQ Introduction to the Creative Industries

Engineering, Energy & Utility Skills

NQ Photography

HND Electronics (With Computer Systems Management

NQ Portfolio Preparation

& Design)

HNC Computer Aided Draughting & Design

HNC Electronics

HNC Manufacturing Engineering

HNC Mechanical Engineering

HNC Quality

NC Manufacturing Engineering (Including Pre-Apprenticeship)

NC Fabrication / Welding Engineering (Including Pre-Apprenticeship)

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair LV & HGV 41 City & Guilds Vocational Related Qualification (VRQ)

Centre for Leisure Industries Hairdressing & Beauty HND Beauty Therapy

HND Make Up Artistry

HNC Beauty Therapy

HNC Fashion Make-Up

HNC Hairdressing

NQ Beauty Care

NQ Hairdressing

SVQ Level 2 Hairdressing

SVQ Level 3 Hairdressing

in Automotive Vehicle Service & Repair (Light Vehicle) Level 1

City & Guilds Vocational Related Qualification (VRQ) in Automotive Vehicle Service & Repair (Light Vehicle) Level 2

Course Summaries

Hospitality HND Hospitality Management

HNC Hospitality

Hospitality Year 1

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NC Child, Health & Social Care (Intermediate 2)

Hospitality Year 3

Introduction to Care Intermediate 1

SVQ Level 2 Hospitality Services

SVQ Health & Social Care Level 2

SVQ Level 2 Professional Cookery

SVQ Health & Social Care Level 3 (Adult)

SVQ Level 3 Professional Cookery

SVQ Health & Social Care Level 4 (Adult)

SVQ Level 3 Hospitality Supervision & Leadership

SVQ Health & Social Care Level 3 (Children & Young People) 63 SVQ Health & Social Care Level 4 (Children & Young People) 64

Sports & Exercise

PDA Health & Social Care Supervision

Leadership & Management for Care Services

HND Sports Coaching with Development of Sport

HNC Sports Coaching with Development of Sport

NQ Sport & Recreational Studies Intermediate 1 / 2

Nursing/Dental Nursing

NQ Sports Studies Intermediate 2/Higher

NC Access to Nursing

NC Dental Nursing

Travel & Tourism HND Tourism

Social Sciences & Humanities

HND Travel & Tourism

HNC Counselling

HNC Tourism

HNC Social Sciences

HNC Travel

NC Access to Humanities

NC International Travel & Tourism

NC Access to Primary Education

School of Life Sciences

Support For Learning NC Development

Animal Care NC Animal Care

course summaries

Hospitality Year 2

Choices

Development Link

Childcare HNC Early Education & Childcare

Highers Provision

NC Early Education & Childcare

Highers

NPA Playwork & Childcare Level 5

SVQ Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Care Development & Learning Level 2

Student Support Courses

SVQ Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Care Development & Learning Level 3

Steplink

PDA Childhood Practice

NC Step

NC Steps 2 Work

Health & Social Care HNC Health Care

HNC Social Care

Community Development

NC Health & Social Care (Higher)

NC Working with Communities

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college calendar

COLLEGE CALENDAR 2011 Monday August 15 to Wednesday August 17 (inclusive). Vocational Evening Classes enrol. Monday August 15 to Friday August 26 (inclusive). Vocational Day Classes enrol/induction on date appropriate to course. Monday August 29. Full-Time, Part-Time Day and Evening Vocational Classes commence. Monday September 26. Autumn Holiday. Monday October 17 to Friday October 21 (inclusive). Mid-Term Holiday. * Monday October 24. College reopens for all classes. Friday November 25. St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Holiday. Friday December 23. Classes finish for Christmas and New Year Holidays.

2012 Monday January 9. Full-Time and Part-Time Day Classes commence. Tuesday January 10. New Vocational Evening Classes enrol. Tuesday January 24. New Vocational Evening Classes commence. Monday February 13 & Tuesday February 14 (inclusive). Mid Term Holiday. Monday April 2 to Friday April 13 (inclusive). Spring Holidays. * Monday April 16. College reopens for all classes. Monday May 7. May Day Holiday. Friday June 8. Full-Time and Part-Time Vocational Day Classes finish for Summer Holiday. Recreational Classes and Vocational Evening Classes terminate on dates appropriate for each course.

* College remains open for enquiries. Information in this calendar is correct at time of going to press.

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The Board of Management of Reid Kerr College is a Scottish Charity. Charity Number SC021210.

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