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Business, Administration & Accounting

Access to Digital Admin, Business and Financial Services Skills at SCQF Level 6

Why study at West? Start your business career with our SCQF Level 6 course at West College Scotland. Learn the basics of finance, business, and office work in a friendly,...

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Access to Digital Admin, Business and Financial Services Skills at SCQF Level 6
Business, Administration & Accounting

Access to Digital Administration, Business Skills and Financial Service Skills Level 5

Why Study at West? Start your business career with our SCQF Level 5 course at West College Scotland. Learn the basics of finance, business, and office work in a friendly, ea...

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Access to Digital Administration, Business Skills and Financial Service Skills Level 5
Science

Access to HN Biomedical Science

Why study science at West - Finnart Campus? Located just over 30 minutes by train from Glasgow Central, West College Scotland Finnart Campus in Greenock provides an exciting op...

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Access to HN Biomedical Science
Science

Access to HN Science with Biology/Chemistry

Why study science at West - Finnart Campus? Located just over 30 minutes by train from Glasgow Central, West College Scotland Finnart Campus in Greenock provides an exciting op...

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Access to HN Science with Biology/Chemistry
Social Sciences

Access to Humanities, Law and Business

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Psychology Influences on Mental Health Personal Development Philosophy Geography Sociology History Crime in Society Communicat...

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Access to Humanities, Law and Business
Social Sciences

Access to Humanities/Primary Education (including Social Sciences & Social Work)

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Psychology Sociology Law Business History Crime in Society Communication, Literacy and Numeracy This course is part of the Sc...

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Access to Humanities/Primary Education (including Social Sciences & Social Work)
Computing & Games

Access to IT

What will I learn? This course is a perfect way to get into a career in computing. You will learn skills and knowledge in a number of areas of computing and the course requir...

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Access to IT
Science

Access to Medical Studies SWAP - Year 2

What will I learn? Applications are open for students to apply for direct entry to the second year of this new and innovative programme, which is a combination of units from Na...

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Access to Medical Studies SWAP - Year 2
Nursing

Access to Nursing (SWAP)

What will I learn? If you would like to train as an adult, mental health or learning disability nurse but lack the necessary qualifications, this could be the course for you....

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Access to Nursing (SWAP)
Science

Access to Science (SWAP)

Why study at West? With all three campuses situated on main transport hubs, all within 30 minutes of Glasgow City Centre, West College Scotland is an obvious choice. Our wide r...

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Access to Science (SWAP)
Sport and Fitness

Advanced Sport, Fitness and Physical Activity

Why study at West? Kick start an exciting career in the Sport & Fitness industry at West! Our wide range of courses are delivered across our 3 campuses and externally, part...

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Advanced Sport, Fitness and Physical Activity
Business, Administration & Accounting

Award in Education and Training 6502 - Part Time Evening

What will I learn? The award in Education in Training (formerly Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector) provides an introductory qualification for those involved or...

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Award in Education and Training 6502 - Part Time Evening

Awareness of First Aid

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Awareness of First Aid

Awareness of Health and Safety

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Awareness of Health and Safety
Acting & Technical Theatre

BA (Hons) Drama, Theatre and Performance

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Acting and Directing Key Theatre Practice Applied Theatre Shakespeare in Performance Creating a Small Theatre Company Drama and T...

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BA (Hons) Drama, Theatre and Performance
Childcare

BA Childhood Practice - Part-Time Evening

What will I learn? This course is for Childhood Practice staff who are qualified to practitioner level 7 or have also gained the required level 8 credits . This is an opportuni...

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BA Childhood Practice - Part-Time Evening

Basic Electrical Awareness

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Basic Electrical Awareness
Construction & Building Services

CECA Scotland Academy (Construction Operations)

About the CECA Academy The CECA Scotland Academy is a training to work pathway creating qualified Civil Engineering Operatives (CEOs). Few industries shape our nation in the w...

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CECA Scotland Academy (Construction Operations)
Learner Development

Certificate For Work Readiness

Why study at West? Do you need some help to become work ready? Have you already completed a Learner Development course, or a mainstream course, and now want to hone your employ...

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Certificate For Work Readiness
Learner Development

Commercial Ventures

What will I learn? Commercial Ventures is a Business Enterprise Course. Through the course students will learn key business principals, influences of business in society and cr...

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Commercial Ventures
Learner Development

ConneXions

What will I learn? This is a course for young adults with additional support needs to connect with the immediate college and wider local communities by organising community eve...

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ConneXions
Learner Development

Development 1

What will I learn? A variety of creative and practical subjects to develop independent living skills. What qualifications do I need? All applicants will be invited to attend...

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Development 1
Learner Development

Development 2

What will I learn? A variety of creative and practical subjects to develop independent living skills. What qualifications do I need? Entry is from completion of Development Y...

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Development 2
Nursing

Diploma in Dental Nursing

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Chairside Support for Dental Procedures  Dental Instruments  First Aid  General and Dental Anatomy  Health and...

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Diploma in Dental Nursing
ESOL & Languages

Elementary ESOL

What will I learn? The course provides the basic language skills you need to communicate in spoken and written English. You'll learn about: English grammar Vocabulary and p...

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Elementary ESOL
Sport and Fitness

Entry to Sport, Fitness and Physical Activity

Why study at West? Kick start an exciting career in the Sport & Fitness industry at West! Our wide range of courses are delivered across our 3 campuses and externally, part...

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Entry to Sport, Fitness and Physical Activity
ESOL & Languages

ESOL Advanced

What will I learn? You will learn about: Vocabulary – Idiomatic, Colloquial, Work and Study-Related Lexis Grammar – Building Variety and Complexity of Expressio...

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ESOL Advanced
Make Up Artistry

Fast Track Fashion Makeup and Hair Styling (Level 5)

Why Study at West? Start an exciting career in the fashion makeup industry at WCS by working with professional retail brands. The course is delivered in make up studios by hig...

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Fast Track Fashion Makeup and Hair Styling (Level 5)
Business, Administration & Accounting

HNC Accounting

Why study at West? Embark on your learning journey by choosing our HNC in Accountancy at West College Scotland. This programme is your first step towards becoming a sought-aft...

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HNC Accounting
Acting & Technical Theatre

HNC Acting and Performance TESTING 19 NOV

Why Study at West? TEST 19 NOV As one of the only institutes delivering the SQA?s next generation of HNC qualifications in Acting and Performance, our courses are on the foref...

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HNC Acting and Performance TESTING 19 NOV
Business, Administration & Accounting

HNC Administration and IT

Why study at West? Keep your employment options wide open and unleash your potential with our dynamic Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Administration. Enter into a program...

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HNC Administration and IT
Science

HNC Applied Science with Biology & Chemistry

Why study Science at West - Finnart Campus? Located just over 30 minutes by train from Glasgow Central, West College Scotland Finnart Campus in Greenock provides an exciting op...

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HNC Applied Science with Biology & Chemistry
Science

HNC Applied Science with the University of Glasgow

Why study at West? With all three campuses situated on main transport hubs, all within 30 minutes of Glasgow City Centre, West College Scotland is an obvious choice. Our wide r...

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HNC Applied Science with the University of Glasgow
Beauty & Complementary Therapies

HNC Beauty Therapy

Why Study at West? Get ready for an exciting career in the Beauty and Aesthetics industry by refining your skills in our sector leading salon facilities. West holds the prestig...

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HNC Beauty Therapy
Science

HNC Biomedical Science

Why study science at West - Finnart Campus? Located just over 30 minutes by train from Glasgow Central, West College Scotland Finnart Campus in Greenock provides an exciting op...

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HNC Biomedical Science
Business, Administration & Accounting

HNC Business

Why Study at West? Kick start your future at West College Scotland with our HNC in Business. This course isn't just a stepping stone; it is a launchpad for young, ambitious mi...

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HNC Business
Business, Administration & Accounting

HNC Business - Fast Track November Start

Why Study at West? Kick start your future at West College Scotland with our HNC in Business. This course isn’t just a stepping stone; it is a launchpad for young, ambiti...

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HNC Business - Fast Track November Start
Childcare

HNC Childhood Practice

What will I learn? If you are looking for a career in early learning and childcare sector, this could be the course for you. This course prepares you to work effectively in a...

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HNC Childhood Practice
Childcare

HNC Childhood Practice - Part-Time Evening

What will I learn? This course is for you if you wish to work within the childhood Practice sector. This is a practice qualification and workplace experience is included. You w...

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HNC Childhood Practice - Part-Time Evening
Computing & Games

HNC Computer Games Development

What will I learn? This course introduces to the major concepts in games development. Students will use industry standard software (including Adobe suite, Unity and Unreal En...

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HNC Computer Games Development
Computing & Games

HNC Computing: Networking with Cyber Security

What will I learn? In this course you will learn advanced techniques in the areas of Networking and Cyber Security allowing you to pursue a career in this area or to continue t...

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HNC Computing: Networking with Cyber Security
Computing & Games

HNC Computing: Software Development

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Developing Software Developing Small Scale Standalone Apps Mobile Technology Web Development Fundamentals Computer Systems Fundame...

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HNC Computing: Software Development
Social Sciences

HNC Counselling

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Relationship Centred Counselling Humanistic Approach Psychodynamic Approach Behavioural Approach Cognitive Approach Developing Pe...

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HNC Counselling
Computing & Games

HNC Cyber Security

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Scripting for Security Computer Programming Digital Forensics Ethical Hacking What qualifications do I need? You'll need one Hi...

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HNC Cyber Security
Dance

HNC Dance

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Commercial, Ballet, Jazz and Contemporary Dance Techniques Choreography Anatomy Body Conditioning Teaching Skills Performance...

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HNC Dance
Engineering

HNC Engineering Systems

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HNC Engineering Systems
Make Up Artistry

HNC Fashion Makeup

Why Study at West? Start an exciting career in fashion makeup where you will learn the essential knowledge and skills required to thrive within the fashion industry. The cou...

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HNC Fashion Makeup
Sport and Fitness

HNC Fitness Health and Exercise

Why study at West? Kick start an exciting career in the Sport & Fitness industry at West! Our wide range of courses are delivered across our 3 campuses and externally, part...

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HNC Fitness Health and Exercise
Art, Design, Graphics & Animation

HNC Graphic Design

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Creating a Portfolio of your Work Working with Live Clients Design and Illustration Projects Branding Working in Different Medias...

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HNC Graphic Design
Art, Design, Graphics & Animation

HNC Graphic Design with Illustration

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Researching, Developing and producing graphic design and artwork projects Illustration Live Client Projects for Industry Experienc...

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HNC Graphic Design with Illustration
Hairdressing

HNC Hairdressing

Why Study at West? Are you a seasoned salon stylist ready to advance your career? Enhance your skills in West’s state-of-the-art salon facilities with our expert lectur...

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HNC Hairdressing
Health & Social Care

HNC Healthcare Practice

Why study at West? Are you interested in a career in Health and Social Care, and do you believe that everyone is entitled to receive high quality care and support? If you answ...

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HNC Healthcare Practice
Interior Architecture & Architectural Design

HNC Interior Architecture and Design

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Creating a portfolio of your work Working with live clients How the interiors of building are used and experienced Design process...

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HNC Interior Architecture and Design
Media, TV & Radio

HNC Media and Communication

What will I learn? You'll learn about and use skills in: Video, Radio And Television Production Social Media Research And Project Management Film Analysis Presentation a...

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HNC Media and Communication
Music & Music Business

HNC Music

What will I learn? You will learn to improve your performance on your chosen instrument, you will rehearse and perform live at top venues, you will have the opportunity to be r...

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HNC Music
Photography

HNC Photography

What will I learn? This course is a creative and practical course in Photography. It is designed around several practical assignments, you will develop the advanced techniqu...

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HNC Photography
Social Sciences

HNC Social Science (Articulation Partnership with the University of Glasgow)

What will I learn? This is a one year course that has been designed in agreement with The University of Glasgow, to allow successful students to progress onto Year 2 of specifi...

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HNC Social Science (Articulation Partnership with the University of Glasgow)
Social Sciences

HNC Social Sciences

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Psychology Sociology Politics History Social Science: An Evidence Based Approach to Social Problems Criminology - Greenock Campus...

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HNC Social Sciences
Health & Social Care

HNC Social Services

Why study at West? Are you interested in a career in Health and Social Care, and do you believe that everyone is entitled to receive high quality care and support? If you answ...

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HNC Social Services
Sound Production & DJ'ing

HNC Sound Production

What will I learn? This course will give you the opportunity to develop a variety of skills within the Creative Audio Industry. You will also study Audio Post Production, givin...

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HNC Sound Production
Sport and Fitness

HNC Sports Coaching and Development

Why study at West? Kick start an exciting career in the Sport & Fitness industry at West! Our wide range of courses are delivered across our 3 campuses and externally, part...

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HNC Sports Coaching and Development
Acting & Technical Theatre

HNC Technical Theatre

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Stage Lighting Rigging Light Focussing and Operation Stage Management Stage Design Props Set Construction Sound Professional D...

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HNC Technical Theatre
Media, TV & Radio

HNC Television Production (next gen)

Why study at West? At WCS we will help prepare you for an exciting and stimulating career in the Film & Television industry. You will be taught by industry experienced staff, a...

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HNC Television Production (next gen)
Travel & Tourism

HNC Travel and Tourism

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Practical Travel and Tourism Visits Working as Senior Air Cabin Crew Structure of the Travel and Tourism Industry Airline and Airpo...

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HNC Travel and Tourism
Business, Administration & Accounting

HND Accounting

Why study at West? Choose HND Accounting at West College Scotland and open doors to a career in finance. Our programme equips you with a deep understanding of financial and...

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HND Accounting
Business, Administration & Accounting

HND Accounting - Year 1

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HND Accounting - Year 1
Acting & Technical Theatre

HND Acting and Performance

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Acting Voice Professional Development for Actors Movement Production Shakespeare in Practice Acting for Camera What qualifica...

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HND Acting and Performance
Business, Administration & Accounting

HND Administration and IT Year 1

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HND Administration and IT Year 1
Sport and Fitness

HND Coaching and Developing Sport

Why study at West? Kick start an exciting career in the Sport & Fitness industry at West! Our wide range of courses are delivered across our 3 campuses and externally, part...

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HND Coaching and Developing Sport
Computing & Games

HND Computer Games Development

What will I learn? You'll learn about: 3D Animation and Modelling Object-oriented Programming with C# Games Customisation and Scripting Applied Mathematics Game Design T...

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HND Computer Games Development
Computing & Games

HND Computing: Networking

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Routing and Switching Digital Forensics Data Security Server Administration Project Management Client Operating Systems The co...

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HND Computing: Networking
Computing & Games

HND Computing: Software Development

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Java Object Oriented Programming Object Oriented Analysis and Design Software Development: Data Structures Project Management for I...

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HND Computing: Software Development
Computing & Games

HND Cyber Security

What will I learn? You’ll learn about: Advanced Digital Forensics Advanced Programming Wireless Security Server Administration for Cyber Security Routing and Swi...

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HND Cyber Security
Dance

HND Dance

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Jazz Contemporary Commercial Ballet Body Conditioning Contact Improvisation Dance Production Choreography Teaching You'll a...

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HND Dance
Sport and Fitness

HND Fitness, Health and Exercise

Why study at West? Kick start an exciting career in the Sport & Fitness industry at West! Our wide range of courses are delivered across our 3 campuses and externally, part...

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HND Fitness, Health and Exercise
Art, Design, Graphics & Animation

HND Graphic Design

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Researching, Developing and Producing Graphic Design and Artwork Projects Illustration 2D and 3D Animation (Paisley) Using Design S...

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HND Graphic Design
Interior Architecture & Architectural Design

HND Interior Architecture and Design

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Creating a portfolio of your work 2D software 3D software CAD drawing Rendering You'll be working with industry contacts on rea...

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HND Interior Architecture and Design
Make Up Artistry

HND Makeup Artistry: TV, Film and Theatre Year 1

Why Study at West? Embark on a creative journey studying media make up artistry at HN Level 7 delivered by a highly skilled and experienced team of lecturers. Work closely wit...

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HND Makeup Artistry: TV, Film and Theatre Year 1
Music & Music Business

HND Music

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Live Performance Session Skills Instrumental Instruction Music First Study Songwriting Music For The Visual Arts Music History...

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HND Music
Photography

HND Photography

What will I learn? This advanced course is based upon professional training – you will work as a professional photographer. The course is based on self-devised projects a...

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HND Photography
Social Sciences

HND Social Sciences

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Sociology Psychology Politics History Social Sciences: Social Policy What qualifications do I need? You'll need an HNC qualifi...

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HND Social Sciences
Acting & Technical Theatre

HND Technical Theatre and Production Arts

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Stage Management Lighting and Technology Sound and Technology Scenic Art Stage Design Work experience will also be part of the...

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HND Technical Theatre and Production Arts
Motor Vehicle

IMI Certificate in Transport Maintenance at SCQF Level 4

What will I learn? This course is designed to engage and motivate candidates who are interested in learning about the automotive retail industry. It is aimed at learners who pre...

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IMI Certificate in Transport Maintenance at SCQF Level 4
Motor Vehicle

IMI Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles at SCQF Level 5

What will I learn? This qualification is designed to engage and motivate Candidates who are interested in learning about the automotive retail industry. It is aimed at learners...

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IMI Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles at SCQF Level 5
Motor Vehicle

IMI Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles at SCQF Level 7

What will I learn? This qualification is designed to engage and motivate Candidates who are interested in learning about the automotive retail industry. It is aimed at learne...

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IMI Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles at SCQF Level 7
Motor Vehicle

IMI Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Principles (VRQ) at SCQF Level 5

What will I learn? This qualification is designed to engage and motivate candidates who are interested in learning about the automotive Accident and Repair Industry. It is ai...

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IMI Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Principles (VRQ) at SCQF Level 5
Motor Vehicle

IMI Diploma in Vehicle Body Repair at SCQF Level 5

What will I learn? This qualification is designed to engage and motivate Candidates who are interested in learning about the automotive Accident and Repair industry. It is ai...

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IMI Diploma in Vehicle Body Repair at SCQF Level 5
Hairdressing

Intermediate Barbering

What will I learn? This short Full time August start course is designed build on your current Barbering skills and allow you to develop within the college barbering salon envir...

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Intermediate Barbering
ESOL & Languages

Intermediate ESOL

What will I learn? The course provides the basic language skills you need to communicate in spoken and written English. You'll learn about: English grammar Vocabulary and p...

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Intermediate ESOL

Introduction to ESports

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Introduction to ESports

Introduction to Financial Management

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Introduction to Financial Management
Science

Introduction to Pharmacy Services Level 4

Why study at West? With all three campuses situated on main transport hubs, all within 30 minutes of Glasgow City Centre, West College Scotland is an obvious choice. Our wide r...

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Introduction to Pharmacy Services Level 4

Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills

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Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills
Childcare

Level 5 Entry to Childhood Practice

What will I learn? Our lecturing team who have a wealth of experience of working in the childhood practice field, will support your learning in the following areas Child D...

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Level 5 Entry to Childhood Practice
Online Learning - all subject areas

Micro Course - Conflict Management

What will I learn? Are you an aspiring junior manager? This short auto-marked course will give you the knowledge you need to understand the core skills needed to deal with mana...

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Micro Course - Conflict Management
Online Learning - all subject areas

Micro Course - Understanding Anxiety

What will I learn? Anxiety or depression affects nearly one in five UK adults. This number could be higher as many are embarrassed to come forward due to not many understanding...

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Micro Course - Understanding Anxiety
Learner Development

Moving On

What will I learn? The overall aim of this course is to help you build skills required to participate in community/voluntary projects. Course content may include: Cookery...

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Moving On
Health & Social Care

National 5 Child, Health and Social Care

Why study at West? Are you interested in a career in Health and Social Care, and do you believe that everyone is entitled to receive high quality care and support? If you...

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National 5 Child, Health and Social Care
Highers & National Qualifications

National 5 English - (Online Evening) November

What will I learn? The National 5 English course can involve studying plays, poetry, short stories and novels. You will also be writing personal, discursive and critical essays...

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National 5 English - (Online Evening) November
Science

NC Applied Science (Level 6)

Why study science at West - Finnart Campus? Located just over 30 minutes by train from Glasgow Central, West College Scotland Finnart Campus in Greenock provides an exciting op...

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NC Applied Science (Level 6)
Beauty & Complementary Therapies

NC Beauty with Aesthetics (Level 5)

Why Study at West? Get ready for an exciting career in the Beauty and Aesthetics industry by refining your skills in our sector leading salon facilities. West holds the prestig...

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NC Beauty with Aesthetics (Level 5)
Construction & Building Services

NC Built Environment

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Domestic Building Services Construction Technology: Groundworks and Substructure Construction Technology: Superstructure and Finishe...

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NC Built Environment
Childcare

NC Childhood Practice

What will I learn? This course is for learners who have an interest in Childhood Practice. The course covers areas including Child Development, Play in Early Learning and Chi...

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NC Childhood Practice
Dance

NC Dance

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Ballet Contemporary Dance Jazz Choreography Commercial Nutrition & Health and Well-being Dance Appreciation Group Dance Per...

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NC Dance
Engineering

NC Engineering Systems - Year 1

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NC Engineering Systems - Year 1
Make Up Artistry

NC Hair and Makeup Media Level 5

Why Study at West? Start an exciting career in the fashion makeup industry at WCS by working with professional retail brands. The course is delivered in make up studios by hig...

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NC Hair and Makeup Media Level 5
Hairdressing

NC Hairdressing Level 5

Why Study at West? Prepare for the professional world of hairdressing by honing your skills in our cutting-edge salon facilities. Our expert lecturers collaborate with industry...

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NC Hairdressing Level 5
Hairdressing

NC Hairdressing Level 6

Why Study at West? Prepare for the professional world of hairdressing by honing your skills in our cutting-edge salon facilities. Our expert lecturers collaborate with industry...

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NC Hairdressing Level 6
Health & Social Care

NC Higher Health and Social Care

Why study at West? Are you interested in a career in Health and Social Care, and do you believe that everyone is entitled to receive high quality care and support? If you...

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NC Higher Health and Social Care
Social Sciences

NC Higher Social Sciences and Criminology

What will I learn? You'll have the opportunity to create your own bespoke timetable, best suited to your achievements so far and the pathway you would like to follow. You c...

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NC Higher Social Sciences and Criminology
Social Sciences

NC Higher Social Sciences Level 6

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Politics Psychology Sociology History English Criminology Mental Health   What qualifications do I need? You'll need...

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NC Higher Social Sciences Level 6
Beauty & Complementary Therapies

NC Holistic and Spa Therapies (Level 6)

Why study at West? Are you passionate about pursuing a rewarding career in the world of Holistic and Spa Therapies? This exciting brand new course is being offered exclusively...

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NC Holistic and Spa Therapies (Level 6)
Interior Architecture & Architectural Design

NC Interior Architecture and Design

What will I learn? You'll learn about: The practice of interior architecture Domestic interior Commercial interior Developing ideas from concept to final designs Probl...

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NC Interior Architecture and Design
Engineering

NC Mechanical Engineering Systems

What will I learn? This course is based upon Mechanical Engineering Systems You'll learn about: Engineering Workshop Skills Mechanical Engineering Principles Craft Maths...

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NC Mechanical Engineering Systems
Beauty & Complementary Therapies

NC Professional Beauty Therapy (Level 6)

Why Study at West? Get ready for an exciting career in the Beauty and Aesthetics industry by refining your skills in our sector leading salon facilities. West holds the prestig...

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NC Professional Beauty Therapy (Level 6)
Media, TV & Radio

NC Television Production & Photography

Why Study at West? At WCS we’ll help you take your first steps on the road to an exciting and stimulating career in the Film & Television industry. You will be taught...

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NC Television Production & Photography
Travel & Tourism

NC Travel and Tourism Level 6 (Infill) - November Start

What will I learn? This is a NC Travel and Tourism level 6 course. This short, full-time course will infill you into the existing programme and will give you a mix of different...

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NC Travel and Tourism Level 6 (Infill) - November Start
Science

NQ Access to Pharmacy Services Level 5

Why study at West? With all three campuses situated on main transport hubs, all within 30 minutes of Glasgow City Centre, West College Scotland is an obvious choice. Our wide...

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NQ Access to Pharmacy Services Level 5
Business, Administration & Accounting

NQ Accounting with AAT

Why study at West? The AAT qualifications at West College Scotland will enable you to gain practical skills and essential financial knowledge, recognized globally by employer...

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NQ Accounting with AAT
Computing & Games

NQ Computer Games Development with Esports

What will I learn? You'll learn about: This qualification will allow to plan, design and create your own computer games. The qualification is aimed at learners who want to p...

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NQ Computer Games Development with Esports
Computing & Games

NQ Computing

What will I learn? You will learn about: Working With Applications  Data Security  Creating Content In Microsoft Office  Introduction To Programming ...

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NQ Computing
Computing & Games

NQ Computing with Cyber Security

What will I learn? In this computing course you will cover a wide range of subjects which will enable you to specialise in the particular areas of cyber security and networking...

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NQ Computing with Cyber Security
Computing & Games

NQ Computing with Games Development

What will I learn? This qualification will allow to plan, design and create your own computer games. The qualification is aimed at learners who want to progress to employment...

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NQ Computing with Games Development
Media, TV & Radio

NQ Creative Industries (Build Your Own Course)

What will I learn? This exciting new course gives you the opportunity to choose whatever modules you wish to study within our Creative Industries department at our Clydebank an...

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NQ Creative Industries (Build Your Own Course)
Sound Production & DJ'ing

NQ DJ/Music Producer

What will I learn? You'll learn about: DJ Skills – using industry standard equipment - Pioneer NXS2000 Midi Sequencing Music remixing Synthesis and Sampling Music...

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NQ DJ/Music Producer
Art, Design, Graphics & Animation

NQ Graphic Design with Animation

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Creating a Portfolio of Your Work Working with Live Clients Designing Visual Information Image Manipulation, Animation and Producti...

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NQ Graphic Design with Animation
Art, Design, Graphics & Animation

NQ Graphic Design with Illustration

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Create a Portfolio Illustration Graphic Design Software Skills (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign) Mixed Media Printmak...

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NQ Graphic Design with Illustration
Science

NQ Introduction to Applied Science Level 4

Why study at West? With all three campuses situated on main transport hubs, all within 30 minutes of Glasgow City Centre, West College Scotland is an obvious choice. Our wide r...

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NQ Introduction to Applied Science Level 4
Social Sciences

NQ Introduction to Social Sciences

What will I learn? If you are looking for an entry level course into the social sciences to explore a wide range of courses at level 4/5. You'll learn about: History Socio...

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NQ Introduction to Social Sciences
Social Sciences

NQ Introduction to Social Sciences with Mental Health & Wellbeing (18 weeks)

What will I learn? If you are looking for an entry level course into the social sciences to explore a wide range of courses at level 4/5. You'll learn about: Geography Soc...

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NQ Introduction to Social Sciences with Mental Health & Wellbeing (18 weeks)
Media, TV & Radio

NQ Media

What will I learn? You'll learn about and use skills in: Video, Radio and Television Production Interviewing Analysing Media Digital Editing Digital Storytelling Scri...

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NQ Media
Music & Music Business

NQ Music

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Live performance Performing music on instrument or voice Music appreciation Midi sequencing Introduction to the UK music industry...

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NQ Music
Photography

NQ Photography

What will I learn? Photography is everywhere. It is the dominant form of visual communication across the globe. This course is designed to make you part of that world of pho...

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NQ Photography
Social Sciences

NQ Police Services

Why study at West? Make sure your Police Service application stands out from the crowd in the competitive recruitment process by completing our 18 week NC Police Services cours...

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NQ Police Services
Hospitality & Professional Cookery

NQ Professional Cookery and Bakery Level 4 - January Start

What will I learn? This course provides a general introduction to the basic skills necessary for employment in a wide variety of jobs in hospitality. It is ideally suited to sc...

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NQ Professional Cookery and Bakery Level 4 - January Start
Hospitality & Professional Cookery

NQ Professional Cookery Level 5

Why study at West? Start your journey to an exciting career in the Hospitality industry at West by joining one of our Professional Cookery courses at Level 4, 5 or 6. Studying...

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NQ Professional Cookery Level 5
Hospitality & Professional Cookery

NQ Professional Cookery Level 6

Why study at West? Start your journey to an exciting career in the Hospitality industry at West by joining one of our Professional Cookery courses at Level 4, 5 or 6. Stud...

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NQ Professional Cookery Level 6
Media, TV & Radio

NQ Social Media

What will I learn? This unique course is part of our NC Creative Industries group award where you will specialise in Social Media. You will study and understand the use of soci...

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NQ Social Media
Computing & Games

NQ Software and Web Development

You'll learn about: Software Design and Development Multimedia App Development Including Mobile Devices Web Design Networking Digital Media Elements Hardware and Syst...

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NQ Software and Web Development
Sound Production & DJ'ing

NQ Sound Production

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Understanding the signal path Sound engineering and production Audio editing MIDI sequencing Sound Synthesis and Sampling Skills...

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NQ Sound Production
Travel & Tourism

NQ Travel and Tourism Level 5

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Tourist Destinations Selling Skills Customer Care Accommodation Package Holidays Activity Tourism Holiday Planning and Holiday...

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NQ Travel and Tourism Level 5
Travel & Tourism

NQ Travel and Tourism Level 6

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Leisure and business tourist destinations Skills for customer care Resort representation an introduction Working as Air Cabin Crew:...

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NQ Travel and Tourism Level 6
Learner Development

Pathways 1

Why study at West? Our Learner Development courses are suitable for anyone who has had additional support for learning at school. If you are a new applicant and have not attend...

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Pathways 1
Learner Development

Pathways 2

Why study at West? Our Learner Development courses are suitable for anyone who has had additional support for learning at school. If you are a new applicant and have not attend...

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Pathways 2
Construction & Building Services

PDA Advanced Craft Carpentry & Joinery - Part-Time Block Release

What will I learn? On this course you will study: Specialist Doors Windows and Screens High Class Finishings Complex Stairs Complex Pitched Roofs Measuring and Setting...

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PDA Advanced Craft Carpentry & Joinery - Part-Time Block Release
Business, Administration & Accounting

PDA Assess Workplace Competence Using Direct and Indirect Methods (L&D9Di)

What will I learn? This course provides workplace assessors with the knowledge and skills to: Successfully assess a learner's performance through observation and offer feedb...

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PDA Assess Workplace Competence Using Direct and Indirect Methods (L&D9Di)
Childcare

PDA Education Support Assistance

What will I learn? This course prepares you to undertake roles, which support children and young people in an educational setting and will provide a platform to those already...

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PDA Education Support Assistance
Social Sciences

PDA History

What will I learn? Where do we start with the History PDA? An enthralling curriculum for anyone interested in how the past can influence both the present and the future. You wi...

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PDA History
Business, Administration & Accounting

PDA Internally Monitor and Maintain the Quality of Workplace Assessment (L&D11)

What will I learn? This course provides candidates with the knowledge and skills to successfully implement internal and external quality assurance procedures in-line with the o...

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PDA Internally Monitor and Maintain the Quality of Workplace Assessment (L&D11)
Social Sciences

PDA Psychology

What will I learn? If you are interested in why people behave the way they do, let us help you grow your meta skills in the PDA Psychology to explore key topics in this contem...

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PDA Psychology
Construction & Building Services

Pre-Apprenticeship Brickwork

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Half Brick Walling Place and Finish non-specialist Concrete One Brick Walling Simple Arch Construction Simple Decorative Brickwo...

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Pre-Apprenticeship Brickwork
Construction & Building Services

Pre-Apprenticeship Electrical Installation

What will I learn? This programme is for candidates 17 years of age and above who wish to enter the electrical contracting business as an electrician. It will prepare entrants...

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Pre-Apprenticeship Electrical Installation
Construction & Building Services

Pre-Apprenticeship in Carpentry & Joinery

What will I learn? You will learn about: Health and Safety in the Construction Industry Appreciation of Access Platforms Construction Occupation Practices: An In...

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Pre-Apprenticeship in Carpentry & Joinery
Science

Pre-Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services

Why study at West - Finnart Campus? Located just over 30 minutes by train from Glasgow Central, West College Scotland Finnart Campus in Greenock provides an exciting opportunit...

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Pre-Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services
Construction & Building Services

Pre-Apprenticeship in Roof, Slating & Tiling

What will I learn? You will study: Health and Safety in the Construction Industry Appreciation of Access Platforms Construction Occupation Practices: An Introduction Effi...

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Pre-Apprenticeship in Roof, Slating & Tiling
Construction & Building Services

Pre-Apprenticeship Painting & Decorating

What will I learn? You'll learn about Health and Safety in the Construction Industry Appreciation of Access Platforms Construction Occupation Practices: An Introduction E...

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Pre-Apprenticeship Painting & Decorating
Construction & Building Services

Pre-apprenticeship Plumbing with Renewable Technologies

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Health & Safety Electrical Installation Plumbing Operations Energy and the Environment Heating and Ventilation Operations Sci...

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Pre-apprenticeship Plumbing with Renewable Technologies
ESOL & Languages

Pre-Elementary ESOL

What will I learn? This course is for learners with basic English skills. You will be able to recognise and write the alphabet and simple English words. This course will help w...

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Pre-Elementary ESOL
ESOL & Languages

Pre-Intermediate ESOL

What will I learn? You'll study the following: General English at National 3 level ESOL and ICT Numeracy Grammar in Action Vocabulary in Action Introduction to Pronunci...

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Pre-Intermediate ESOL
Sound Production & DJ'ing

Professional Music Technology

What will I learn? You'll learn about: Music Sequencing and Production Studio Sound Recording Studio Sound Mixing Live Sound Engineering This is a vocational qualifica...

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Professional Music Technology
Music & Music Business

Professional Musicianship

What will I learn? You will learn about: Live Music Performance Music Rehearsal Skills Improving Instrumental Performance (including graded instrument tuition) Structure...

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Professional Musicianship
Learner Development

Project Search

What will I learn? This course is for people on the autistic spectrum and/or with a learning disability who want to increase their employment prospects. It is part of a partne...

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Project Search

SL5 Award in an Introduction to Neuroscience in Early Years

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SL5 Award in an Introduction to Neuroscience in Early Years

SL5 Certificate in Allergy Awareness (Adult Health and Social Care)

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SL5 Certificate in Allergy Awareness (Adult Health and Social Care)

SL5 Certificate in Allergy Awareness (Children and Young People)

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SL5 Certificate in Allergy Awareness (Children and Young People)

SL5 Certificate in Allergy Awareness (Service Sector)

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SL5 Certificate in Allergy Awareness (Service Sector)

SL5 Certificate in Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People

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SL5 Certificate in Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People

SL5 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

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SL5 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

SL5 Certificate in Business Administration Knowledge

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SL5 Certificate in Business Administration Knowledge

SL5 Certificate in Counselling Skills

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SL5 Certificate in Counselling Skills

SL5 Certificate in Creating a Business Start-Up

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SL5 Certificate in Creating a Business Start-Up

SL5 Certificate in Digital Marketing

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SL5 Certificate in Digital Marketing

SL5 Certificate in Digital Skills for Work – Business

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SL5 Certificate in Digital Skills for Work – Business

SL5 Certificate in Digital Skills for Work – Care

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SL5 Certificate in Digital Skills for Work – Care

SL5 Certificate in Digital Skills for Work – Engineering and Construction

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SL5 Certificate in Digital Skills for Work – Engineering and Construction

SL5 Certificate in Digital Skills for Work – Logistics

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SL5 Certificate in Digital Skills for Work – Logistics

SL5 Certificate in Equality and Diversity

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SL5 Certificate in Equality and Diversity

SL5 Certificate in Event Planning

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SL5 Certificate in Event Planning

SL5 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition

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SL5 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition

SL5 Certificate in in Understanding Environmental Sustainability

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SL5 Certificate in in Understanding Environmental Sustainability

SL5 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

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SL5 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

SL5 Certificate in Lean Organisational Management Techniques

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SL5 Certificate in Lean Organisational Management Techniques

SL5 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service

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SL5 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service

SL5 Certificate in Principles of Cyber Security

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SL5 Certificate in Principles of Cyber Security

SL5 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care

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SL5 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care

SL5 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care

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SL5 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care

SL5 Certificate in Principles of the Mental Health Care Worker

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SL5 Certificate in Principles of the Mental Health Care Worker

SL5 Certificate in Self Harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention

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SL5 Certificate in Self Harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention

SL5 Certificate in Special Education Needs and Disability

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SL5 Certificate in Special Education Needs and Disability

SL5 Certificate in Team Leading Knowledge

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SL5 Certificate in Team Leading Knowledge

SL5 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings

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SL5 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings

SL5 Certificate in the Principles of Warehousing

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SL5 Certificate in the Principles of Warehousing

SL5 Certificate in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

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SL5 Certificate in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

SL5 Certificate in Understanding Autism

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SL5 Certificate in Understanding Autism

SL5 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

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SL5 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

SL5 Certificate in Understanding Business Improvement Techniques

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SL5 Certificate in Understanding Business Improvement Techniques

SL5 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health

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SL5 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health

SL5 Certificate in Understanding Distressed Behaviour in Children

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SL5 Certificate in Understanding Distressed Behaviour in Children

SL5 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse

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SL5 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse

SL5 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Wellbeing Advocacy

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SL5 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Wellbeing Advocacy

SL5 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health

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SL5 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health

SL6 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

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SL6 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

SL6 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care

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SL6 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care

SL6 Certificate in Understanding Autism

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SL6 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Learner Development

Step 1

Why study at West? Our Learner Development courses are suitable for anyone who has had additional support for learning at school. Step 1 is an entry level course and is aimed a...

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Step 1
Learner Development

Step 2

Why study at West? Our Learner Development courses are suitable for anyone who has had additional support for learning at school. If you are a new applicant and have not attend...

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Step 2
Learner Development

Steps 2 Work

Why study at West? Our Learner Development courses are suitable for anyone who has had additional support for learning at school. Many students who apply for this course have a...

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Steps 2 Work
Engineering

Strathclyde University Engineering Academy: Mechanical Hybrid

What will I learn? Note; this programme has been set up by Strathclyde University for entrance into 2nd year degree programmes. You'll learn about. Principles of Engineer...

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Strathclyde University Engineering Academy: Mechanical Hybrid
Health & Social Care

SWAP Access to Paramedic Science and Healthcare

Why study at West? Are you interested in a career in Health and Social Care, and do you believe that everyone is entitled to receive high quality care and support? If you answ...

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SWAP Access to Paramedic Science and Healthcare

Traditional Basic Leadwork Craft

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Traditional Basic Leadwork Craft
Hairdressing

Transitions 2 Barbering Level 4 (Pre-Apprenticeship Academy)

Why Study at West? Prepare for the professional world of hairdressing/barbering by honing your skills in our cutting-edge salon facilities. Our expert lecturers collaborate wit...

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Transitions 2 Barbering Level 4 (Pre-Apprenticeship Academy)
Beauty & Complementary Therapies

Transitions 2 Beauty Level 4

Why study at West? Get ready for an exciting career in the Beauty and Aesthetics industry by refining your skills in our sector leading salon facilities. West holds the prestig...

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Transitions 2 Beauty Level 4
Health & Social Care

Transitions 2 Care

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Transitions 2 Care
Media, TV & Radio

Transitions 2 Creative Industries

What will I learn? A full-time course aimed at students who are interested in progressing to higher level NC courses in the following Creative Industries subject areas: Grap...

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Transitions 2 Creative Industries
Business, Administration & Accounting

Transitions 2 Digital Administration, Business and Financial Services

What will I learn? This course is designed as an introductory course to business. You will learn about the following topics: Business essentials Numeracy Soci...

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Transitions 2 Digital Administration, Business and Financial Services
Hairdressing

Transitions 2 Hairdressing Level 4

Why study at West? Prepare for the professional world of hairdressing by honing your skills in our cutting-edge salon facilities. Our expert lecturers collaborate with industry...

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Transitions 2 Hairdressing Level 4
Construction & Building Services

Transitions 2 Hard Hat Careers

What will I learn? You will learn about: Plumbing: An Introduction Bricklaying: An Introduction Electrical: An Introduction Painting and Decorating: An Introduc...

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Transitions 2 Hard Hat Careers
Hospitality & Professional Cookery

Transitions 2 Professional Cookery and Bakery Level 4

Why study at West? Start your journey to an exciting career in the Hospitality industry at West by joining one of our Professional Cookery courses at Level 4, 5 or 6. Studying...

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Transitions 2 Professional Cookery and Bakery Level 4
Learner Development

Transitions Link - October Start

What will I learn? The Transitions Link course is a 1-day-per-week program designed to help you develop essential personal skills, such as confidence, motivation, communication...

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Transitions Link - October Start

Understanding, Establishing & Maintaining Professional Boundaries

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Understanding, Establishing & Maintaining Professional Boundaries
ESOL & Languages

Upper-Intermediate ESOL

What will I learn? You'll learn about: English Grammar, Vocabulary and Pronunciation Language Skills for Employment, Team-Working and Problem Solving Using ICT to Research...

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Upper-Intermediate ESOL