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National Certificate: Personal and Vocational Skills

Those who undertake the National Certificates will also be able to enhance your personal and social development and gain the confidence to enter employment or to pursue volunteering opportunities. The aims detailed below demonstrate the intention to provide qualifications for learners which develop the four capacities of Curriculum for Excellence: successful individuals, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors and key employability skills.

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Level:

SCQF Level 3

Study Mode:

  • Full time

Location:

  • Dunfermline
  • Glenrothes

Start Date:

Aug 2026

Duration:

  • Full Time.
  • One year to complete.

Who is this course for?

This Supported Programmes course is aimed at young people, aged between 16-24, who have additional support needs.

What skills will I learn?

  • You will develop skills that will help you with further study and better prepare you for the future.
  • Focus on the development of self awareness, self esteem and confidence.
  • You will work on core skills and develop your employability skills.
  • Throughout the course, you will learn the necessary skills to make more informed decisions about your future and better prepare you for whatever progression route you choose.

What will I study?

There will be an emphasis on personal development, core skills and employability skills along with other qualifications that will support your future choices.
  • Topics include:
  • Digital Communication and Numeracy
  • Food Preparation
  • Practical Abilities
  • Preparing for Employment: First Steps
  • Enterprise

Application Information

What further study options are available?

  • Certificate: Passport to College
  • Other appropriate SCQF Level 4 courses within the college.

What career opportunities are there?

  • Supported Employment/Voluntary Sector.