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06 December 2024

Open Learning Courses at Edinburgh College

Our open learning classes allow you to experience an Edinburgh College education from the comfort of your own home. No matter your current commitments, you can gain new skills and qualifications in an accessible and flexible way. Whether you want to advance your leadership and management skills, or improve your understanding of data, we can support you on your journey.

Data Science with Python and R (NPA Level 6) and the Data Science Professional Development Award offer great opportunities to advance your expertise in the world of tech. Learn sought-after programming and analytics skills that can open doors to exciting career opportunities.

Want to progress your career to a management or leadership role? Courses like the CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management (RQF Level 5) or the ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management will allow you to develop your skills and experience, improve your performance, and prepare for senior management responsibilities.

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Boost your expertise and progress your health or social services career with qualifications such as SVQ Care Services Leadership and Management or SVQ Social Services and Healthcare (SCQF Level 7 or Level 9).

Short courses like Introduction to Data Storytelling with Excel or Digital and Data Innovation are designed to equip you to meet the demands of the rapidly expanding tech industry.

Our open learning courses are designed to offer as much flexibility as possible, allowing you to balance your education with other responsibilities.

Explore our open learning courses starting in January 2025.

Open Learning Courses at Edinburgh College

Childhood Practice & SVQ Provision

PDA Level 8 Childhood Practice

PDA Level 8 Childhood Practice is designed for people already working in childhood practice settings interested in progr...

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Campus
OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus

Qualification
SCQF 8

Study mode
Open learning

Computing

Data Science Professional Development Award

Are you in a job where you are using data and want to upskill? looking for something you can study flexibly around your ...

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Campus
OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus

Qualification
SCQF 8

Study mode
Open learning

Computing

Data Science with Python and R (NPA Level 6) (DDI Funded)

This course is delivered through open learning. The course has an 18-week structure and is guided by lecturer support.Th...

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Campus
OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus
Sighthill Campus

Qualification
SCQF 6

Study mode
Open learning

Health Professions & Social Services

SVQ Care Services Leadership and Management SCQF level 10

This course is suitable for people who are currently employed in a management role in a care service. The course will al...

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Campus
Sighthill Campus

Qualification
SCQF 10

Study mode
Open learning

Health Professions & Social Services

SVQ Social Services and Healthcare 3 - SCQF Level 7

This qualification is suitable for people who are employed in the health and social care sector in a practitioner or a k...

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Campus
Sighthill Campus

Qualification
SCQF 7

Study mode
Open learning

Health Professions & Social Services

SVQ Social Services and Healthcare 4 - SCQF Level 9

The SVQ Social Services and Healthcare SCQF level 9 (SVQ 4) is a candidate-led program, leading to a qualification which...

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Campus
Sighthill Campus

Qualification
SCQF 9

Study mode
Open learning

Professional Learning and Qualifications

CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management RQF Level 5 (SCQF Level 9)

CIPD qualifications are recognised by employers as a global standard of excellence. Your qualification also gives you CI...

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Campus
OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus

Qualification
SCQF 9

Study mode
Open learning

Professional Learning and Qualifications

CIPD Certificate in People Practice RQF Level 3 (SCQF Level 6)

Do you have the desire to develop yourself as a people professional? This qualification will build your knowledge, exper...

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Campus
OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus

Qualification
SCQF 6

Study mode
Open learning

Professional Learning and Qualifications

CMI Certificate Management and Leadership RQF Level 5 (SCQF Level 9)

This Management and Leadership CMI Certificate is designed for middle managers and those aspiring to become senior manag...

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Campus
OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus

Qualification
SCQF 9

Study mode
Open learning

Professional Learning and Qualifications

ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management

This leadership and management qualification at SCQF level 9 (RQF Level 5), is designed for project managers, department...

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Campus
OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus

Qualification
SCQF 9

Study mode
Open learning

Quality Enhancement

Digital and Data Innovation (SCQF level 7)

Are you currently working with data and looking to reskill or upskill? Are you seeking a flexible study option that fits...

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Campus
Online Learning

Qualification
SCQF 7

Study mode
Open learning

Quality Enhancement

Introduction to Data Storytelling with Excel (SCQF level 5)

An Introduction to Data Storytelling with Excel course is tailored to accommodate your lifestyle, entirely free to learn...

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Campus
Online Learning

Qualification
SCQF 5

Study mode
Open learning

Quality Enhancement

Introduction to Digital and Data Innovation (SCQF level 6)

Data Science is essential to living, learning, and working. It revolves around turning insights extracted from data into...

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Campus
Online Learning

Qualification
SCQF 6

Study mode
Open learning