Elevate your expertise with our Aerospace, Defence, and Marine training courses. Designed for innovators and precision-driven professionals, our expertly designed programmes provide the knowledge and skills to excel in industries that push boundaries and shape the future. With bespoke offerings ranging from SMS training to Composite Repair, we deliver advanced technologies and specialised techniques to help you navigate success.
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BPEC Domestic Gas CCN1 - Reassessment
Start Date: Tuesday 27 May. This 4 session evening/weekend course is specifically for engineers who wish to renew their certification to undertake, service, commission and repair specific gas appliances. The course is certificated by BPEC and includes training and assessment.
REHIS Elementary Health and Safety
Start Date: Wednesday 28 May. This 1 day course from the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS) is designed to provide practical information and advice which will help employers and employees to ensure that their work activities are carried out safely, reducing the risk to themselves and others.
Cyber Security - Reduce Risks and Protect Data (ONLINE)
Start Date: Wednesday 28 May. This 1 day online online course is designed for businesses as an introduction to help individuals and employees better understand cyber risks and how they can protect themselves and their business.
Taxi and Private Hire Driver Training Course
Start Date: Thursday 5 June. This one day course is required for South Ayrshire Taxi drivers only. ID and Badge details are required. You will learn about basic legislation, health & safety, customer care, first aid and how to move passengers in wheelchairs and with other mobility difficulties.
Microsoft Excel - Beginners
Start Date: Thursday 5 June. This beginner 1 day course is designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in Microsoft Excel, enabling them to confidently navigate the application, manage data, perform calculations, and create basic visualisations.
REHIS Risk Assessment
Start Date: Monday 9 June. This 1 day course from the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS) is ideal for all workers. You will learn principles and practice of Occupational Health & Safety risk assessment and why it is necessary.
REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene
Start Date: Wednesday 21 May. This 1 day course from the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS) is primarily for those currently employed or seeking employment in the hospitality/catering industry, either on a professional or voluntary basis. It satisfies the legal requirement for all food handlers to ...
REHIS Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders (PLH)
This 1 day course by The Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS) is for anyone who manages premises where alcohol is sold, including bar managers, convenience store managers and supermarkets.
BPEC Ground Source Heat Pumps
This course aims to help plumbers and heating engineers who want to install Heat Pumps to comply with the appropriate Building Regulations and Standards. The BPEC Heat Pump Systems programme is recognised as a demonstration of competence for the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).
REHIS Emergency First Aid at Work
This 1 day course from the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS) is designed to enable first aiders to give emergency first aid to someone who is injured or becomes ill at work.
Microsoft PivotTables - Summarise and Analyse Data
This 1 day course is designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in creating and utilising pivot tables in Microsoft Excel. They will learn how to summarise, analyse, and present large datasets effectively, making data-driven decisions with ease.
Microsoft Excel Dashboards - Visually Present Data
This 1 day course is suitable for those with a good working knowledge of Excel at intermediate to advanced level. It is not suitable for beginners to Excel. Participants will learn how to slice big data sources into easy-to-understand information formats.
PDA Workplace Assessment Using Direct and Indirect Methods (L&D9DI)
START ANYTIME - This PDA is for all workplace assessors of regulated qualifications such as SVQs in all occupational sectors. Delegates will complete SQA Unit FD41 04: Assess Workplace Competence Using Direct and Indirect Methods (SCQF Level 8)
PDA Internal Verification of Workplace Assessment (L&D11)
START ANYTIME - This PDA is for all workplace internal verifiers of regulated qualifications such as SVQs in all occupational sectors. Delegates will complete SQA Unit: FD43 04 Internally Monitor and Maintain the Quality of Workplace Assessment (SCQF Level 8)
Project Management - Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 5 Certificate
This CMI Level 5 Project Management qualification is designed for practising middle managers and leaders who are typically accountable to a senior manager or business owners. It is aimed at leaders looking to effectively manage projects.
Professional Coaching Practice - Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 5 Certificate
This CMI Level 5 qualification is designed to support individuals in the development of professional coaching skills, helping them understand and be able to apply core skills required for effective coaching practice.
HNC Aircraft Engineering
Progress into the dynamic world of aircraft design, manufacturing, and maintenance, offering a gateway into a high-profile industry. This course equips you with the skillset needed for a rewarding career in aerospace. Explore the wonders of flight and soar towards fantastic career opportunities.
SVQ Performing Engineering Operations - Aeronautical
In just one year, you’ll gain essential skills for a fulfilling career in aeronautical engineering. You’ll receive hands-on training and valuable insights into an industry that’s taking off. Your future in aeronautical engineering could start here!
NC Aeronautical Engineering
Discover the intricacies of designing, manufacturing, and maintaining aircraft in an industry that offers incredible career opportunities. If you're passionate about aviation and enjoy fixing things, this could be the perfect course for you. Explore your potential with us!
Introduction to Space Technology
This course aligns with Scotland's booming space industry, offering growing career opportunities. Prestwick is now a Spaceport, and so we are ideally placed to open doors to the world of space exploration. If you're fascinated by space and have a passion for aviation, this could be your ideal course.
Microsoft Excel - Intermediate
Start Date: Tuesday 26 August (Ayr). This 2 day course is designed to build on participants’ existing Excel skills and expand their proficiency in Excel. Participants will delve deeper into Excel's functions, data manipulation techniques, and tools, enabling them to solve complex problems and streamline workflows.
SVQ Performing Engineering Operations - Aeronautical (Evening)
If you are currently working and can't get time off during the day to attend college and wish to reskill or upskill for the Aerospace industry then this course is for you. Scotland has a world-renowned reputation for engineering, and is at the cutting-edge of engineering developments. Engineers design, create, test and ...
Microsoft Word - Advanced Skills
Start Date: Thursday 4 September (Ayr Campus). For those who have a good grounding in Microsoft Word, this course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to use Word at more advanced level.
Microsoft Excel - Advanced
Start Date: Wednesday 10 September (Ayr). This 2 day course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and practical skills to harness the potential of Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and automation.
REHIS Intermediate Food Hygiene
Start Date: Thursday 22 May. This 4 day intensive REHIS Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate is designed for managers, supervisors and chefs who require an in-depth knowledge of food hygiene or those working within high-risk environments or with high-risk products. It explores the relationship between food hygiene, food p...
Principles of Management and Leadership - Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 3 Certificate
Designed around the National Occupational Standards for Management and Leadership, this Level 3 qualification is aimed at practising or aspiring managers who supervise or manage a team to achieve clearly defined outcomes.
Management and Leadership - Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 5 Certificate
This CMI qualification is aimed at practising or aspiring middle managers and leaders at operational, divisional, departmental or specialist level, who lead and manage individuals and teams to deliver the aims and objectives in line with the organisational strategy.

The Aerospace, Defence, and Marine sector in Ayrshire focuses on the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of aircraft, defence systems, and maritime vessels. It is crucial for the region’s economy, providing high-tech jobs, fostering innovation, and supporting national security and defense capabilities, all while contributing to Ayrshire’s leadership in advanced engineering and manufacturing.