Upcoming Courses

We are recognised throughout the UK and beyond for our innovative, creative approach to learning and teaching. This equips our students with the skills and experience they need to develop their careers and they can be proud to say they have studied at Forth Valley College.

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October 2024

Introduction to Carpentry & Joinery

24

Oct

24 Oct 2024 - 23 Jan 2025

12 weeks, Thu 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

  • Falkirk
  • Free
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24 Oct 2024 - 23 Jan 2025

12 weeks, Thu 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Master the Craft by joining our Carpentry & Joinery Skills evening course Looking to build practical skills while enhancing your knowledge of maths? Join our evening Carpentry & Joinery course and learn how to shape wood with precision using essential numeracy concepts!

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Introduction to Painting & Decorating

24

Oct

24 Oct 2024 - 23 Jan 2025

1 evening per week for 12 weeks

  • Falkirk
  • Free
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24 Oct 2024 - 23 Jan 2025

1 evening per week for 12 weeks

Unlock Your Creativity with our Painting & Decorating Skills Evening short course! 🏠

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CompEx DUST (Ex05-06)

28

Oct

CompEx DUST (Ex05-06)

Falkirk

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28 - 30 Oct 2024

3 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Danielle Wiseman
A1. Alistair McKean
  • £799.00

28 - 30 Oct 2024

3 days

CompEx 05-06 provides individual candidates with the relevant training and practical assessments on the installation, maintenance and inspection of electrical and instrumental systems in an environment where combustible dust may be present. **Please note we recommend completing the CompEx Foundation 1 Day Course as a prerequisite prior to attending this course.**

CompEx Gas & Vapours (Ex01-04)

28

Oct

CompEx Gas & Vapours (Ex01-04)

Falkirk

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28 Oct 2024 - 1 Nov 2024

5 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
Steve Reid
A1. Danielle Wiseman
  • £1,095.00

28 Oct 2024 - 1 Nov 2024

5 days

CompEx 01-04 provides candidates with the relevant training and practical assessments on the installation, maintenance and inspection of electrical and instrumental systems in a flammable gas, vapour or mist environment. Please note we recommend completing the CompEx Foundation 1 Day Course as a prerequisite prior to attending this course.

28 - 31 Oct 2024

4 Days

Provided by Forth Valley College
  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Stuart Maceachen
  • £559.00

28 - 31 Oct 2024

4 Days

If you're a practising electrician, or someone interested in upskilling their knowledge in requirements for electrical installations this course will enhance your understanding in this key area of Electrical Safety.

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Provided by Forth Valley College

28 Oct 2024 - 1 Nov 2024

6.5 Days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
Paul Elliott
  • £1,265.00

28 Oct 2024 - 1 Nov 2024

6.5 Days

Please be aware this is a 5 day course in week one. Week two attendance is required for one day between Monday - Thursday to carry out the Practical Exam with a further Online Exam on the Friday morning. This qualification helps you to develop the knowledge and practical skills required to professionally carry out inspection and testing on electrical installations. Please see below for further course requirements.

IOSH Managing Safely

28

Oct

IOSH Managing Safely

Falkirk

Limited places

28 - 30 Oct 2024

3 Days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Paul Coleman
  • £435.00

28 - 30 Oct 2024

3 Days

Memorable and thought provoking facts and case studies help drive the points home over the whole course. Each module is backed by crystal clear examples and recognisable scenarios, and summaries reinforce the key learning points.

November 2024

CompEx Design (Ex12)

4

Nov

CompEx Design (Ex12)

Falkirk

Limited places

4 - 8 Nov 2024

5 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Danielle Wiseman
  • £1,899.00

4 - 8 Nov 2024

5 days

Competency Certificate for professional Application Design Engineers and Project Engineers who understands the risks associated with the correct design and selection of electrical installations for use in explosive atmospheres. **Please note we recommend completing the CompEx Foundation 1 Day Course as a prerequisite prior to attending this course.**

CompEx Gas & Vapours (Ex01-04)

4

Nov

CompEx Gas & Vapours (Ex01-04)

Falkirk

Limited places

4 - 8 Nov 2024

5 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Alistair McKean
Tony Higgins
  • £1,095.00

4 - 8 Nov 2024

5 days

CompEx 01-04 provides candidates with the relevant training and practical assessments on the installation, maintenance and inspection of electrical and instrumental systems in a flammable gas, vapour or mist environment. Please note we recommend completing the CompEx Foundation 1 Day Course as a prerequisite prior to attending this course.

4 - 7 Nov 2024

4 days, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Live online
Presented by
A1. Stuart Maceachen
  • £559.00

4 - 7 Nov 2024

4 days, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

If you're a practising electrician, or someone interested in upskilling their knowledge in requirements for electrical installations this course will enhance your understanding in this key area of Electrical Safety.

5 - 8 Nov 2024

4 days, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Harry Hunter
  • £699.00

5 - 8 Nov 2024

4 days, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

These courses aim 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).

SQA First Aid Emergency

6

Nov

SQA First Aid Emergency

Falkirk

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Wed 6 Nov 2024

1 day

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Paul Coleman
  • £109.00

Wed 6 Nov 2024

1 day

This session will train individuals to the standard required by the Health & Safety Executive for the purpose of the Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

SQA First Aid at Work

6

Nov

SQA First Aid at Work

Falkirk

Limited places

6 - 8 Nov 2024

3 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Paul Coleman
  • £215.00

6 - 8 Nov 2024

3 days

This course aims to train individuals to the standard required by the Health & Safety Executive for the purpose of the Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

CompEx Gas & Vapours (Ex01-04)

11

Nov

CompEx Gas & Vapours (Ex01-04)

Falkirk

Limited places

11 - 15 Nov 2024

5 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Amy Hay
A1. Charles Simpson
  • £1,095.00

11 - 15 Nov 2024

5 days

CompEx 01-04 provides candidates with the relevant training and practical assessments on the installation, maintenance and inspection of electrical and instrumental systems in a flammable gas, vapour or mist environment. Please note we recommend completing the CompEx Foundation 1 Day Course as a prerequisite prior to attending this course.

11 - 15 Nov 2024

6.5 Days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Stuart Maceachen
  • £1,265.00

11 - 15 Nov 2024

6.5 Days

Please be aware this is a 5 day course in week one. Week two attendance is required for one day between Monday - Thursday to carry out the Practical Exam with a further Online Exam on the Friday morning. This qualification helps you to develop the knowledge and practical skills required to professionally carry out inspection and testing on electrical installations. Please see below for further course requirements.

11 - 12 Nov 2024

2 Days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
Sharon Black
  • £259.00

11 - 12 Nov 2024

2 Days

This 12-hour qualification provides learners with the knowledge to recognise a wide range of mental health conditions and learn about the support/therapy provided by professional healthcare providers.

CompEx Mechanical (Ex11)

12

Nov

CompEx Mechanical (Ex11)

Falkirk

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12 - 14 Nov 2024

3 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Danielle Wiseman
A1. Amy Hay
  • £799.00

12 - 14 Nov 2024

3 days

CompEx 11 Mechanical and Flange Integrity Core Competence Certification This CompEx Ex11 course determines the core competency of Mechanical Practitioners (Technicians & Engineers) working in explosive atmospheres. **Please note we recommend completing the CompEx Foundation 1 Day Course as a prerequisite prior to attending this course.**

Tue 12 Nov 2024

1 Day

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Harry Hunter
  • £265.00

Tue 12 Nov 2024

1 Day

This 1-day course provides a comprehensive overview of the main legislative and guidance documents, relative to the control of Legionnaire’s disease and the disinfection of water systems, as well as practical guidance on how to carry out a risk assessment of a cold and hot water system in a building and make recommendations to rectify the problems. It is designed to meet the requirements of the revised Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) and Guidance: Legionnaire’s disease: The control of Legionella bacteria