NQ Workskills
SCQF Level 3 - 4
Workskills is aimed at young people in their final year of school. The course offers the opportunity to gain experience in subjects such as Catering, Construction, Woodwork, Engineering, Art and Craft, Sports and Recreation, Hairdressing and Beauty, Computing and Core Skills. Students are able to improve skills and knowledge in a variety of practical and classroom based subjects to develop their interest and abilities in a range of options leading to SQA certification. Opportunity to study on a part-time basis may be possible where students wish to remain at school.
What You Study
Subjects including:
- Communication
- Numeracy
- Information Technology
- Working with Others
- Problem Solving
- Gardening and Environment
- Construction Skills
- Hairdressing
- Art and Design
- Catering
- Electronics
- Metalcraft
- Woodwork
- Youth Achievement Award
Duration and Attendance
Up to one year full-time or part-time (August and January start dates)
Entry Requirements
Students should be working at Access Level 3 and above. Entry will be determined through successful personal interview with the Curriculum Head for the programme.
Where a prospective student is still attending school an application must be made through their guidance teachers or Careers; a transition form is also essential.
Career Opportunities
Students who complete the programme should have a clearer idea of the next step they wish to take. This could be employment or a more specialised College course.
This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.
| Full Time |
05 Sep 2011
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15 Jun 2012
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
course full |
| Part Time Day |
05 Sep 2011
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15 Jun 2012
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
course closed |
| Part Time Day |
09 Sep 2011
|
15 Jun 2012
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
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| Part Time Day |
06 Feb 2012
|
15 Jun 2012
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
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|
| Short Full Time |
06 Feb 2012
|
15 Jun 2012
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
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|
| Full Time |
03 Sep 2012
|
14 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
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|
| Part Time Day |
03 Sep 2012
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14 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
apply online
|
| Part Time Day |
07 Sep 2012
|
14 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
apply online
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| Part Time Day |
28 Jan 2013
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07 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
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| Short Full Time |
04 Feb 2013
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13 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
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While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is
subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.