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Professional development opportunities in Scotland
Scotland is one of the four countries, together with England, Wales and Northern Ireland, which make up the United Kingdom. It covers the northern third of the island of Great Britain and in addition to the mainland is made up of around 800 islands. Scotland has a thriving and diversified economy that offers a range of different career opportunities for those living in the country, from financial services to oil and gas and renewable energy. In addition, the strong relationship between Scottish government, industry and the academic sector has produced a steady flow of initiatives, grants and policies dedicated to promoting education and skills development in order to meet recruitment demands.
Edinburgh, the capital, is home to the Scottish Government which is independently represented in both the European Union and European Parliament. Glasgow, the largest Scottish city, was once one of the world’s leading industrial cities. Scottish waters consist of a large part of the North Atlantic and the North Sea, and contain the largest oil reserves in the European Union. This has given Aberdeen, the third largest Scottish city, the title of Europe’s oil capital.
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Contact Centre NVQ Level 2 Live And Learn Consultancy
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12 months
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0 GBP
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Multiple (24)
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This work based qualification programme enables candidates to build customer service skills and provide excellent customer care. This accredited Level...
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Contact Centre NVQ Level 3 Live And Learn Consultancy
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12 months
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0 GBP
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Multiple (25)
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This work based qualification programme enables candidates to build customer service skills and provide excellent customer care. This accredited Level...
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Customer Service NVQ Level 2 Qualifications - Funded Live And Learn Consultancy |
12 months
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0 GBP
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Multiple (26)
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The funded Level 2 Customer Service NVQ is a work based qualification that provides a great opportunity for those who...
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Management Level 3 NVQ - Funded Qualifications Live And Learn Consultancy
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12 - 18 months
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0 GBP
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Multiple (26)
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As a manager you have the opportunity to lead, supervise, and motivate your team to ensure their full potential is...
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Sales NVQ Level 2 Live And Learn Consultancy |
12 months
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0 GBP
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Multiple (26)
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This Level 2 NVQ qualification programme is delivered and assessed by Live and Learn Consultancy and aimed at professionals with...
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Sales NVQ Level 3 Live And Learn Consultancy |
12 months
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0 GBP
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Multiple (26)
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This Level 3 NVQ qualification programme is delivered and assessed by Live and Learn Consultancy and aimed at professionals with sales,...
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Team Leading NVQ Level 2 - Funded Qualifications Live And Learn Consultancy |
12 months
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0 GBP
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Multiple (26)
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Being an effective team leader in the workplace can truly inspire and motivate your team to produce better performance levels....
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HABC Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work Seaton Rail Limited |
1 day
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8 GBP
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Multiple (10)
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This Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work qualification is ideal for those already working, or preparing to...
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Venetian Marble Plastering (Polished Plastering) DVD Tutorial Decorative Plastering UK
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DVD Tutorial
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16 GBP
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Nationwide
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This new Venetian Marble Plastering Polished Plastering Online Course on DVD covers all the procedures using 3 coat application and...
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Venetian Marble Plastering (Polished Plastering) DVD Tutorial Goldtrowel Plastering and Venetian Marble Plastering Courses |
DVD Tutorial
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16 GBP
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Nationwide
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This new Venetian Marble Plastering Polished Plastering Online Course on DVD covers all the procedures using 3 coat application and...
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Care Certificate Programme The Skills Network |
12 weeks
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25 GBP
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Multiple (2)
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The Skills Network’s Care Certificate Programme is an innovative e learning solution, which will help ensure all new and existing...
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Industry Common Induction (ICI) HSS Training |
0.2 days
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25 GBP
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Multiple (7)
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The ICI provides staff with a health and safety induction for working in construction sites, rail depots and station maintenance....
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Fit Testing of Respiratory Protective Equipment HSS Training |
Half day or full day
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35 GBP
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Multiple (32)
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This course was developed to equip participants with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to successfully undertake Face Fit...
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Child Safety in the Home The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents - RoSPA |
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1 day
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64 GBP
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Multiple (4)
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The majority of accidents involving children occur in the home versus any other location. With proper training and rpeventative measures,...
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HABC Level 2 Award In Basic Life Support and Safe Use of an Automated External Defibrillator Seaton Rail Limited |
1 day
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64 GBP
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Multiple (8)
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The Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support and Safe Use of an Automated External Defibrillator is aimed at all...
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HABC Level 2 Award in COSHH Seaton Rail Limited |
1 day
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64 GBP
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Multiple (7)
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This Level 2 Award in the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health is for anyone who is likely to come...
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HABC Level 2 Award in Health and Safety at Work Seaton Rail Limited |
1 day
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64 GBP
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Multiple (7)
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The Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace is aimed at all employees. It is intended for...
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HABC Level 2 Award in Manual Handling Seaton Rail Limited |
1 day
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64 GBP
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Multiple (10)
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This Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling is an introduction to moving and handling activities for those starting...
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HABC Level 2 Award in Risk Assessment Seaton Rail Limited |
1 day
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64 GBP
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Multiple (10)
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This Level 2 Award in Risk Assessment is suitable for learners working in any environment who need to be more...
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HABC Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediactric First Aid Seaton Rail Limited |
1 day
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64 GBP
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Multiple (9)
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This Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid course focuses on emergency scenarios that face professionals looking after young...
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Older People Safety in the Home The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents - RoSPA |
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1 day
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64 GBP
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Multiple (3)
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As age increases, so does an individual's risk for accidents and injury in the home. With preventative measures, these types...
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Abrasive Wheels HSS Training
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0.5 days
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65 GBP
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Multiple (16)
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This course is designed for operators of hand held equipment that requires a fitment of an abrasive wheel or grinding...
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IPAF Harness Use and Inspection HSS Training
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0.5 days
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65 GBP
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Multiple (21)
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Course designed to enable a MEWP Operator to select, inspect and use an appropriate harness and associated equipment safely....
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Ladder and Stepladder Inspection - Ladder Association HSS Training
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0.5 days
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75 GBP
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Multiple (25)
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Courses for managers and supervisors who require the knowledge and practical skills to thoroughly inspect and maintain records of ladders...
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Ladder and Stepladder User - Ladder Association HSS Training
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0.5 days
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75 GBP
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Multiple (25)
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Courses for operatives & supervisors who require the knowledge & practical skills to work safely with steps and ladders....
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Site Safety Plus - Health & Safety Awareness HSS Training
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1 day
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75 GBP
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Multiple (26)
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This course is designed for site workers to help understand the potential hazards faced when working on a construction or...
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City & Guilds - Award in Principles of Manual Handling HSS Training |
0.5 days
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75 GBP
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Multiple (15)
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Designed for those who carry out manual handling at work, providing essential information about manual handling hazards and their control....
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PASMA - Mobile Access Tower for Users HSS Training
(10)
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1 day
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78 GBP
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Multiple (28)
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This course is designed for anyone who has a need to erect, dismantle and inspect mobile access towers safely....
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Engineering Supervisor Initial Seaton Rail Limited |
2 days
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80 GBP
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Multiple (4)
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This Engineering Supervisor (ES) initial course is designed with the focus on the role of the delegate within the scope...
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Lookout/Site Warden Initial Seaton Rail Limited |
1 day
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80 GBP
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Multiple (7)
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This Lookout Initial course is intended for people whos job role requires them to undertake lookout/site warden duties....
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Lookout/Site Warden Recertification Seaton Rail Limited |
1 day
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80 GBP
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Multiple (8)
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This Lookout recertification course is intended to provide a delegate with a re assessment in his/her understanding of the Lookout...
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Personal Track Safety AC Initial Seaton Rail Limited |
1 day
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80 GBP
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Multiple (8)
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This Personal Track Safety (PTS) initial course is the entry level qualification for anyone who wishes to work in the...
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Working Near or Adjacent to the DC Conductor Rail Initial Seaton Rail Limited |
1 day
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80 GBP
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Multiple (9)
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This Working near or adjacent to the DC conductor rail (DCCR) initial course along with the PTS course is the...
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Asbestos - Awareness (UKATA) HSS Training |
0.5 days
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85 GBP
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Multiple (14)
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This course is designed to provide knowledge and awareness of what asbestos is, where it is likely to be found...
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Lookout Initial / Site Warden HSS Training |
1 day
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97 GBP
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Multiple (10)
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Course designed to train delegates to act as Lookout / Site Warden when required by a COSS as part of...
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Choosing and Using Home Safety Equipment The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents - RoSPA |
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1 day
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99 GBP
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Multiple (2)
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In order for an environmental safety change, such as the installation of home safety equipment, to be most effective, it...
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Introduction to Home Safety The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents - RoSPA |
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1 day
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99 GBP
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Multiple (2)
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Home accidents are not only potentially devastating, but can be prevented with the application of well trained voluntary and professional...
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Presenting Skills Masterclass - Any Level secondnature International Ltd
(1)
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Half day, 1 day or part day
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100 GBP
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Nationwide
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“Thoroughly enjoyable, educational with real, relevant insights I can use in my working life.” ROCHE secondnature’s programmes are renowned for...
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PTS E-Learning HSS Training |
1 day
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102 GBP
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Multiple (8)
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A bespoke course designed for candidates who undertake the PTS E Learning exam...
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Working Near or Adjacent to DC Conductor Rails (DCCR) - Initial HSS Training |
1 day
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102 GBP
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Multiple (10)
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A track safety course providing the underpinning knowledge required to safely carry out work in a DCCR environment in line...
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UKPIA / SPA Petrol Retail Contractors Safety Passport (Refresher) Petrol Update HSS Training |
1 day
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109 GBP
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Multiple (28)
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Designed as a refresher course for contractors working on petrol station forecourts who have an existing Safety Passport nearing expiry....
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Personal Track Safety (PTS) - Initial Assessment Day (Practical Event) HSS Training
(14)
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1 day
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117 GBP
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Multiple (10)
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A track safety course that provides the mandatory qualification, knowledge and understanding to work safely on or near the railway....
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Development Needs Inventory 360-Degree LMI-UK |
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Customisable
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125 GBP
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Multiple (2)
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What the CPD said about LMI's DNi "a very comprehensive tool that clearly complements other LMI programmes" The Development Needs...
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CCNSG Safety Passport HSS Training |
2 days
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140 GBP
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Multiple (7)
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Safety Passport Scheme designed to ensure a basic knowledge of health and safety for all personnel working in an engineering...
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Client Contractor National Safety Group (CCNSG) Safety Passport Renewal Course Armada Occupational Safety and Health Ltd |
1 day
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150 GBP
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Nationwide
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The Client Contractor National Safety Group (CCNSG) Renewal Course is a one day refresher course for professionals with experience in the...
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Commercial Insurance - Introduction Searchlight |
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1 day
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150 GBP
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Multiple (8)
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This full day workshop equips participants with a fundamental understanding of commercial combined insurance risks. Delegates will explore the main...
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First Aid at Work Requalification Seaton Rail Limited |
2 days
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150 GBP
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Multiple (8)
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This First Aid Requalification course is for people wishing to renew a valid First aid at work certificate. Requalification is...
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HABC Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work Seaton Rail Limited |
3 days
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150 GBP
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Multiple (6)
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This Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work qualification is ideal for those already working, or preparing to work...
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HABC Level 3 Award in Paediactric First Aid Seaton Rail Limited |
2 days
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150 GBP
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Multiple (10)
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This Level 2 Award in Paediatric First Aid course focuses on emergency scenarios that face professionals looking after young children...
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Motor Insurance - Introduction Searchlight |
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1 day
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150 GBP
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Multiple (5)
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The interactive workshop is equips participants with an understanding of the fundamental legal, underwriting and policy cover facets of motor...
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More about Professional development opportunities in Scotland
With a population of around 5.3 million, Scotland’s economic output, measured in terms of GVA (Gross Value Added) per capita, is on a similar level to that of the UK as a whole. Similarly to others across Europe, the Scottish economy is now a modern one, meaning that it has diversified moved away from a traditional reliance on manufacturing to a greater focus on services. Thriving industries include:
Within the energy sector, the country’s extensive oil and gas reserves have created a particularly high demand for energy-related skills, with the Scottish Government predicting a need for 95,000 new recruits between 2013 and 2020. As a result, Scotland is one of the most popular locations for training in oil and gas, with Aberdeen a primary destination for those looking to train both in technical areas – drilling, exploration, production, petrophysics – and in aspects such as project management, auditing, accounting and management for oil & gas operations.
Vocational Qualifications in Scotland
The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is responsible for the country’s education awards and accreditation, playing a role equivalent to that of Ofqual in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The most well-known type of vocational qualification regulated by the SQA is the Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ), a competence-based award developed in line with National Occupational Standards (NOS) that certifies a professional’s ability to work effectively in a real working environment. An equivalent to England’s National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs), SVQs are available at 5 different levels and across a wide range of industries, from accounting to jewellery, to mechanical engineering.
Funding for this type of qualification and other professional training programmes is available via Skills Development Scotland, the national body responsible for supporting individuals and organisations in their skills development.