Progression and Employment
Discover your direction and gain the skills to succeed in the next step of your learning or career.
The Progression and Employment Training programme at UHI Orkney is designed for individuals looking to build their skills, gain practical experience, and prepare for further study or employment.
Whether you're leaving school, returning to learning after a break, or looking to switch careers, our courses provide a flexible and supportive pathway to help you develop the core skills that employers and further education providers value. From communication and teamwork to problem-solving and time management, we help you build the foundation for your future.
Learning and Enterprise Skills — Explore Your Options
Our Learning and Enterprise Skills course offers a flexible introduction to key skills that will support your journey into further study or the workforce. This course helps you explore your interests, develop core employability skills, and prepare for vocational training or entry-level employment.
The course is tailored to give you the opportunity to try out different areas, from hospitality to IT and agriculture, ensuring you have a broad skill set to help you choose your next step. It’s ideal for learners who are unsure of their next steps or want to develop transferable skills before committing to a more specialised field.
Preparing for College and Work — Building for the Future
Preparing for College and Work is designed for students who are ready to transition into further education or employment. This course builds on the skills gained in our Learning and Enterprise Skills Course and focuses on employability, personal development, and vocational preparation.
You’ll gain practical experience in a range of subjects, refine your skills in communication and teamwork, and develop the confidence you need to move forward. This course is perfect for students aiming to progress into higher-level vocational study or begin working in a role that requires specific industry skills.
Where Can Our Courses Take You?
The courses offered in Progression and Employment Training are designed to support your next step, whether that’s moving on to further education, apprenticeships, or starting your career.
After completing these courses, many learners go on to further vocational training or enter the workforce in sectors such as business support, customer service, administration, hospitality, and technical training.
The skills you develop in this programme — including communication, problem-solving, and teamwork — are highly valued across industries and provide the foundation for a wide variety of career opportunities.