Part Time Learning at NESCol

Interested in Sewing & Textiles? Have a look at this part-time course starting at Fraserburgh Campus in the New Year! This course will also be offered at Aberdeen City Campus and Inverurie Community Campus in 2026.

✨ Miss getting creative? Our Introduction to Sewing & Textiles evening class at Fraserburgh Campus could be the perfect way to spark your creative energy again! By the end of the course, you’ll have completed at least one fabric piece and gained the confidence to start sewing your own unique textile creations at home. 🪡 Book your space (or gift a spot to a creative friend this Christmas!): loom.ly/XltlAjs #EveningClasses #CreativeSkills #Fraserburgh

If you are an Aberdeen city resident and would like to gain confidence using computers, this fully-funded course is ideal for you! You must be.....

👉 Aged 16 - 67
👉 Unemployed or underemployed
👉 Not currently in education

Give us a call on (01224) 612144 or email us at [email protected]

More details below ⬇️

FULLY-FUNDED COURSE ⭐️💻 Computing Essentials for beginners

Our Get into Work courses are designed to support those who need to build self-confidence and develop employability skills before that next step.

This part-time 8-week course covers:
⭐️ Windows fundamentals
⭐️ Easy ways to organise files & folders
⭐️ Keyboard & mouse skills
⭐️ Internet fundamentals
⭐️ Keeping files safe and secure.

Who can apply?
👉 Residents of Aberdeen City
👉 Aged 16 - 67
👉 Unemployed or underemployed
👉 Not currently in education

📧 To register your interest, please email [email protected]

More info ℹ️ loom.ly/mYW1jZE

Do you fancy having a go at Patchwork? 🪡🧵Look at the wonderful designs our introductory students have created. In just four short weeks, they have produced beautiful pieces. Well done to all the students and tutor Pauline! If you are interested in giving it a go, our next course is in May. For more information or to book a place go to - https://www.nescol.ac.uk/courses/simple-easy-patchwork-using-recycled-fabric/

Don't leave renewing your food hygiene certificate until the last minute ⏰ It is recommended that anyone with a food preparation role should complete refresher food hygiene training every 3 years. We have one-day courses running at both Aberdeen and Fraserburgh Campuses over the next few months. Our next course will run on Thursday 20th February 2025 at Aberdeen City Campus. We have a few places still remaining so why not book your place now. For more information or to book a place, please go to - https://www.nescol.ac.uk/courses/rehis-elementary-food-hygiene/

Are you currently unemployed but looking for work and living in Aberdeen? In association with ABZ Works, we are offering a short course which will help you gain confidence and be able to work out which career you would like to explore. If eligible, this course is FREE. Why not give it a go! For more information, contact us at [email protected]

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING NESCOL CAMPUSES - 24.01.25**

All NESCol campuses will be closed on Friday due to the Met Office amber warning. Learning will move online and students should check MyNESCol for information specific to their course. Pupils attending NESCol for school programmes should not attend College and follow the advice provided by their school. Further info: https://loom.ly/tMbnXbo

Calling all sewing bees in the Garioch area 📣📣 we have a few spaces remaining on our Introduction to Sewing & Textiles short course which starts next Monday 20th January 2025, at Inverurie Community Campus from 6.30pm - 9.00pm. All abilities welcome so why not give it a go! For more information or to book a place go - https://www.nescol.ac.uk/courses/introduction-to-sewing-and-textiles/

💥Last few places remaining on our Cake Decoration (Next Steps) short course starting Tuesday 14th January 2025, from 6.30pm - 9.00pm at Aberdeen City Campus. We can cater for all levels of experience and ability. Give it a go! For more information or to book a place go to - https://www.nescol.ac.uk/courses/cake-decoration-next-step/ 🎂🧁

📆 New Year... New Hobby? Do you fancy learning something new in 2025? 🤔Why not try one of our short part-time leisure courses. We have classes starting over the next few weeks in a wide variety of subjects including - Conversational Italian (Improvers), Introduction to Flower Arranging, Introduction to Sewing & Textiles and brand new courses for Patchwork (Beginners) and a Basic Alterations Sewing Workshop - perfect for those who would like to save a bit of money and recycle existing outfits perhaps. For more information on all our part-time courses or to book a place go to - https://www.nescol.ac.uk/courses/?mode-of-study=part-time Give it a go!

Are you interested in a career in early learning and childcare? Why not make 2025 the year you start that journey. We have a short course starting on Monday 6th January 2025 which is ideal for anyone just starting out. Play in Early Learning and Childcare (SCQF Level 4) covers both practical and theory based topics such as planning play experiences for children 0-12 years. Looking at the benefits of play for children 0-12 years. The course also runs during family friendly hours 10.00am - 2.00pm. The course may be free if you are in receipt of certain state benefits. For more information email the part-time learning team at [email protected] https://www.nescol.ac.uk/courses/play-in-early-learning-and-childcare/

🎅 Our Christmas Flower Arranging students were proud to show off their beautiful festive creations last week as they completed their four week course. 🎄 Amazing creativity and skills learned in such a short time. Well done ladies! 👏 If you would like to give flower arranging a go, we have a new introductory short course starting in the New Year. For more information or to book a place go to - https://www.nescol.ac.uk/courses/introduction-to-flower-arranging/ Give it a go! 💐