Chemical and Science

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...

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.

Introduction to Leading and Managing People and Teams

Start Date: Wednesday 28 May. This 2 day course is designed to help equip you with the knowledge and skills required for success, and provide a solid foundation for future leadership & Management development.

REHIS Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders Refresher (PLHR)

Start Date: Wednesday 4 June. This 1/2 day course by The Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS) is for anyone who currently holds a Personal Licence and requires their 5 year renewal to be completed.

Introduction to Microsoft 365 Productivity Apps (ONLINE)

Start Date: Wednesday 4 June. On this 1 day online course, you will explore in depth 2 cloud based Microsoft 395 applications to enhance your productivity. Choose from OneDrive for Business, SharePoint online, Teams, Forms, Sway, Planner, and Lists.

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.

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).

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.

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)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 ...

Access to Life Sciences (SWAP)

Access to Life Sciences (SWAP) is the first part of an intensive, two part course which will prepare hard working candidates for pursuing Scientific careers or progress onto further study in science.

Applied Science with Forensics (Level 5) - Pathway to HNC

Applied Science with Forensics (level 5) is an intensive, first part of a two part course which will prepare hard working candidates for pursuing Scientific careers or progress onto further study in science.

Access to Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (SWAP)

Unlock your potential with the Access to Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (SWAP) course at Ayrshire College. Designed for those keen to develop academic and employability skills, this level 6 program welcomes adult returners and anyone seeking a pathway to STEM fields. Dive into a year of learning, ...

HNC Applied Sciences

Unlock the door to Scotland's thriving life sciences industry with our HNC Applied Sciences course. Delve into the fascinating world of biomedical science, where you'll explore the inner workings of the human body and contribute to groundbreaking advancements. In just one year, you may you may gain valuable skills, beco...

HND Biomedical Science

This course is your gateway to understanding how the human body functions and mastering techniques for disease diagnosis and treatment. If you're aspiring to a career in the biomedical sector, this course offers a solid foundation.

HNC Applied Sciences (Infill) Level 7

The life sciences industry in Scotland is thriving, offering exciting opportunities to collaborate and bring new concepts to life and life-changing products to market. A key part of this is biomedical science, which focuses on how the human body works, and how to treat or cure it from disease. Biomedical scienti...

HNC Applied Sciences (in partnership with the University of Glasgow)

In just one year, you may gain valuable skills, become part of a vibrant learning community, and open doors to diverse opportunities in the world of life sciences. Discover the relevance of this course in today's job market and explore the possibilities that lie ahead.

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.

National 5 Applications of Mathematics

Higher Human Biology

This engaging course provides a comprehensive exploration of key concepts in human biology, preparing you for further study in science-related subjects and requires a strong commitment to independent study and revision.

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.