Routes into Education or Employment
Introduction To College for Schools (SCP) Level 3/4
Campus
Milton Road Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 3
Study mode Part time
Start date
Aug 2025
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Course overview
This course is for pupils with additional support needs or a barrier to learning who are thinking about coming to college after they leave school.
The course is part-time and runs for 18 weeks. It is suitable for pupils working at SCQF levels 3-4 and is available at either Milton Road or Sighthill campuses (Tuesday and Thursday afternoons).
This will give pupils a positive transition experience and allow staff to assess their suitability for a course at college after they leave school.
What you will learn
A wide range of practical and classroom-based subject areas is covered. This gives pupils a broad experience of the college environment, the topics they would learn about in our full-time courses and a general taste of student life.
Pupils will work as part of a group and learn new ways of engaging with others, benefitting from a positive transition from school to college. Topics covered include:
- Diversity and international issues
- Teambuilding and group work
- Digital skills
- Environmental issues
- Health and Wellbeing
- Social skills
- Topical subjects
How the course is assessed
- There are no formal assessments
Number of days per week
- 2 half days per week
Entry requirements
- No formal qualifications are required. Students who attend these courses typically come from either a mainstream school where they receive some support or from a special school or provision.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- Applications are supported by school staff.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
Once they have left school, students completing this course may progress to one of our full-time, Routes into Education or Employment courses, as follows:
- Skills for College
- Introduction to Computing and Digital Media
- Introduction to Caring Services
- Princes Trust Programme
- Skills for Life and Work
Career options
- Courses at Edinburgh College that provide additional support.
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Milton Road Campus | Part time | 18/08/25 |
| Sighthill Campus | Part time | 18/08/25 |
