Access and SVQ courses
Join us in January
Whether you’re leaving school or looking to build your confidence as you return to work, our January 2026 courses offer opportunities for every learner. With options available across our campuses, many of our courses provide clear pathways to further study, apprenticeships and rewarding careers.
Courses include:
- NQ Countryside Skills with Ranger Training SCQF 5 (Fort William)
- SVQ Professional Cookery SCQF 4 (Dornoch, Fort William, Stornoway and Thurso)
- SVQ Hospitality Services (Highland Hospitality Training) SCQF 5 (Thurso)
- CECA Civil Engineering Operative (NPA Construction Operations) SCQF 5 (Fort William)
- NQ Aquaculture, Marine and Maritime Skills SCQF 5 (Mallaig)
- SVQ Social Services and Healthcare SCQF 6 (Work-based and online)
- SVQ Social Services and Healthcare SCQF 7 (Work-based and online)
- SVQ Social Services Children and Young People SCQF 6 (Work-based and online)
- SVQ Social Services Children and Young People SCQF 7 (Work-based and online)
Fees and Funding
Depending on your personal circumstances, you could be eligible for bursary funding and a fee waiver to help cover the cost of your course.
Contact us
Have questions or need help with your application? Get in touch with our enquiries team, who are more than happy to help!
Applications are open for September 2026!
Looking ahead? Build skills for your future with Access, HNC, Degree and Postgraduate study options across the North and West Highlands, Skye and the Outer Hebrides. Explore our subjects or contact us with your questions.