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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November 2024

CompEx Gas & Vapours (Ex01-04)

25

Nov

CompEx Gas & Vapours (Ex01-04)

Falkirk

Sold out

25 - 29 Nov 2024

5 days

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

25 - 29 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.

IOSH Managing Safely

25

Nov

IOSH Managing Safely

Falkirk

Limited places

25 - 27 Nov 2024

3 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Paul Coleman
  • £435.00

25 - 27 Nov 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.

CompEx DUST (Ex05-06)

27

Nov

CompEx DUST (Ex05-06)

Falkirk

Sold out

27 - 29 Nov 2024

3 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Alistair McKean
Tony Higgins
  • £799.00

27 - 29 Nov 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.**

27 - 29 Nov 2024

2.5 Days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
Paul Elliott
  • £380.00

27 - 29 Nov 2024

2.5 Days

This course was updated in November 2020 and is aimed at electricians or anyone else involved in maintenance and testing of electrical equipment. It is intended for those who are required to update their knowledge of legislation, need a better understating of different types of equipment, assist with affirming who has responsibilities for equipment maintenance and demonstrating practical aspects of how to use test instruments effectively. It replaces the previous 2377-22 and 2377-32 qualifications with one

28

Nov

Get fit with numbers

Falkirk

28 Nov 2024 - 13 Mar 2025

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

  • Falkirk
Presented by
Colin Craig
  • Free

28 Nov 2024 - 13 Mar 2025

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

Join our Level 3 Numeracy Course delivered by our Sports staff and experience an innovative way to enhance your fitness while improving your understanding of basic numeracy skills. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just starting out, this course is designed to empower you with lifelong skills.

December 2024

CompEx Gas & Vapours (Ex01-04)

2

Dec

CompEx Gas & Vapours (Ex01-04)

Falkirk

Limited places

2 - 6 Dec 2024

5 days

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

2 - 6 Dec 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.

CompEx Responsible Person (Ex14)

2

Dec

Limited places

2 - 6 Dec 2024

5 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Alistair McKean
  • £1,736.00

2 - 6 Dec 2024

5 days

The CompEx EX14 aims to assist Responsible Persons to meet their legal obligations with regard to maintaining an asset register and implementing a practical approach to the inspection and maintenance of equipment in explosive atmospheres utilising IEC 60079 Parts 14 & 17 and offering the basis of best practice in this regard. **Please note we recommend completing the CompEx Foundation 1 Day Course as a prerequisite prior to attending this course.**

2 - 4 Dec 2024

3 Days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Stuart Maceachen
Paul Elliott
  • £435.00

2 - 4 Dec 2024

3 Days

This qualification is designed for qualified electricians who want to develop their existing skills to include installation and maintenance of single electric vehicle charging units in domestic properties and small commercial premises.

2 - 5 Dec 2024

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

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Harry Hunter
  • £699.00

2 - 5 Dec 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).

Safe for Site

2

Dec

Safe for Site

Alloa

2 - 13 Dec 2024

10 days

  • Alloa
Presented by
Roddie Keith
Kevin Thomson
Mary Fraser
  • Free

2 - 13 Dec 2024

10 days

This is a free programme funded by the Scottish Government NOLB & Clackmannanshire Council. The course recognises the UK shortage in labourers and provides candidates with awarding body certification to allow them to access a range of work sites. Although the focus is on building sites the qualifications provided through the course are transferable and provide employers across a range of sectors with the confidence that applicants are safe to be on site.

SQA First Aid At Work Refresher

2

Dec

2 - 3 Dec 2024

2 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Paul Coleman
  • £179.00

2 - 3 Dec 2024

2 days

This course is designed for fully qualified first aiders seeking to renew their certification. The programme will provide first aiders with updates and refresh their knowledge of the First Aid at Work syllabus.

Electricity At Work Regulations

6

Dec

Fri 6 Dec 2024

0.5 day

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Stuart Maceachen
  • £215.00

Fri 6 Dec 2024

0.5 day

The Electricity at Work Regulations (EAWR) Course is a must for anyone who needs to understand the electrical regulations as part of their job role.

CompEx DUST (Ex05-06)

9

Dec

CompEx DUST (Ex05-06)

Falkirk

Sold out

9 - 11 Dec 2024

3 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Alistair McKean
  • £799.00

9 - 11 Dec 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 Water Utilities Ex09-Ex10

9

Dec

Sold out

9 - 13 Dec 2024

5 days

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

9 - 13 Dec 2024

5 days

The CompEx-Ex09-10 Water Utilities Qualification has been developed for electrical and instrument operatives working in water supply waste water and water treatment sectors where vapours and gases can potentially create a hazardous environment.

Solar Thermal Hot Water

9

Dec

Solar Thermal Hot Water

Alloa

9 - 11 Dec 2024

3 Day Course

  • Alloa
Presented by
A1. Harry Hunter
  • £649.00

9 - 11 Dec 2024

3 Day Course

The Solar Hot Water Thermal This course is a requirement of the minimum technical competency (MTC) document for solar installers and all bodies offering routes to the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) recognise the certificate.

SQA First Aid at Work

9

Dec

SQA First Aid at Work

Falkirk

9 - 11 Dec 2024

3 days

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Paul Coleman
  • £215.00

9 - 11 Dec 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.

SQA First Aid Emergency

9

Dec

SQA First Aid Emergency

Falkirk

Sold out

Mon 9 Dec 2024

1 day

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Paul Coleman
  • £109.00

Mon 9 Dec 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.

Solar Photovoltaic Systems, NOS Mapped

10

Dec

Limited places

10 - 12 Dec 2024

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

  • Falkirk
Presented by
A1. Stuart Maceachen
  • £649.00

10 - 12 Dec 2024

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

BPEC has developed this course with the aim of providing electricians with the skills and knowledge required to install small scale photovoltaic (PV) systems. The course has been structured to meet the requirements of the National Occupational Standards and is recognised as a demonstration of competence for the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).