Workforce Development
Future-proof your business or enhance your CV with a course designed to give you or your employees the knowledge and skills needed to stay ahead.
Apprenticeships
Why NESCol?
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At North East Scotland College, we understand the importance of ensuring people in your business have the knowledge and expertise they need to help your organisation develop and grow.
Download the Workforce Development Guide
For information on the fully-funded Power up to Welding (starting Friday 13 February) or Introduction to Plumbing (starting Monday 23 February), please email: workforce@nescol.ac.uk or complete the enquiry form below.
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tailored courses
Our Workforce Development team are here to help you to:
- Future-proof your business
- Upskill or reskill
- Get the training you need
Our expert-led training is available for individuals and groups:
- Online
- In-person
- On a bespoke basis
Courses
From one-day short courses to SQA qualifications, NESCol offers a wide range of courses to meet your needs.
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Alternatively, our tailored courses are designed to enhance skills, boost productivity and ensure you meet the requirements of current legislation:
Engineering & Safety
ASET International Energy Training Academy
ASET is a wholly owned subsidiary of North East Scotland College and is one of the leading training providers in the North East of Scotland region, playing a key role in supporting the regions energy transition and the Scottish Government zero carbon emission target.
Our courses can be delivered in a variety of ways including in-person and online. Get in touch with our advisors to discuss bespoke options.
Bespoke training
We understand that our standard course list might not always fit your needs, so we’re happy to talk about how the College can help your business reach its training goals.
Upcoming courses
Power up to Welding
Date: Starts Friday 13 February
Location: Energy Transition Skills Hub, Altens
Cost: Fully-funded for Aberdeen City residents aged 18 – 67.
Email to find out more: studentadvice@nescol.ac.uk
Introduction to Plumbing
Date: Starts 23 February 2026
Location: Aberdeen Altens Campus
Cost: Fully-funded for Aberdeen City residents aged 18 – 67.
Email to find out more: studentadvice@nescol.ac.uk
Apprenticeships
Foundation Apprenticeships
A Foundation Apprenticeship is an industry-recognised qualification for senior phase secondary school pupils that combines studying at College with workplace learning.
Modern Apprenticeships
A Modern Apprenticeship provides College or work-based training for an employee over a period of up to four years.
Trades
If you are thinking about offering an apprenticeship in one of the construction trades, specialist trade bodies are responsible for these programmes.
Why NESCol?
North East Scotland College is the largest provider of vocational education and training in the North East of Scotland.
Courses are taught by specialist staff in our modern, comfortable facilities.
Throughout the region
NESCol campuses are located in Aberdeen, Fraserburgh and Peterhead.
Industry-standard facilities
Our teaching facilities feature industry-standard equipment.
Get in touch
Questions?
Complete this form and one of our team will get in touch with you. Alternatively, contact the team by email: workforce@nescol.ac.uk.
Venue hire
Our accessible facilities are available to hire for a range of events, functions and activities.
Why not hire our 100-seat auditorium, restaurant, planetarium, recording studios or esports suite? Catering is available.