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Introduction to College for Schools (SCP) Level 1/2
Campus
Milton Road Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 2
Study mode Part time
Start date
Jan 2026
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Course overview
This course is for pupils with additional support needs or people with learning barriers, considering attending college after leaving school.
The course is part-time and runs for 18 weeks. It is aimed at pupils working at SCQF levels 1-2 who attend a special or mainstream school with significant levels of support in place.
We run this course at our Milton Road and Sighthill campuses (Tuesday and Thursday mornings).
What you will learn
- This course aims to give pupils a positive transition experience and to assess their suitability for one of our full-time supported courses after they leave school.
- A wide range of practical and classroom-based subject areas is covered. This gives pupils a broad experience of the college environment and the topics they would learn about in our full-time level 1-2 courses.
- The course also gives pupils a general taste of student life, helping them get used to the college environment.
Number of days per week
- Two mornings
Entry requirements
- No entry requirements are required; pupils who attend are usually working at SCQF level 1/2.
Progression and Articulation Routes
Those who attend Introduction to College SCQF level 1-2 may, on leaving school, progress to one of the following ACE courses:
- Supported College Experience
- Skills for Independence
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Sighthill Campus | Part time | 19/01/26 |
| Milton Road Campus | Part time | 20/01/26 |
