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Voluntary Action Shetland is working in partnership with The Skills Network, a training provider that provides access to interactive and engaging learning content, via distance learning.
All courses below are fully funded with no cost associated.

Learners can submit their answers online or via the answer booklets they provide. You will also have the support of a subject specialist tutor and a learner support adviser who will assist you with your learning and assessment questions.


PLEASE NOTE: To qualify for funding you must be aged 16 or over, reside in Scotland and have been living in the EU for at least the last three years. You cannot enrol onto a course that you have already completed

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Lean Organisation Management Techniques

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Business Leadership and Management

Snippet of course introduction: This qualification will develop an understanding of lean organisation techniques and the skills r...
Full funding available in England. Full funding available in Scotland.

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Principles of End of Life Care

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Health Social Care and Wellbeing

Snippet of course introduction: Interested in completing one of our End of Life Care training courses? This qualification aims to...
Full funding available in England. Full funding available in Scotland.

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Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Health Social Care and Wellbeing

Snippet of course introduction: Are you interested in making a meaningful contribution to the well-being of vulnerable adults in...
Full funding available in England. Full funding available in Scotland.

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Working with Individuals with and Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Health Social Care and Wellbeing

Snippet of course introduction: Develop a comprehensive understanding of issues related to different types of learning disabiliti...
Full funding available in England. Full funding available in Scotland.

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Equality and Diversity

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Personal Development and Employability

Snippet of course introduction: Develop an understanding of the principles of equality and diversity through this accredited dist...
Full funding available in England. Full funding available in Scotland.

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Principles of the Mental Health Care Worker

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Health Social Care and Wellbeing

Snippet of course introduction: This course will equip learners with a detailed understanding of mental health and mental health...
Full funding available in England. Full funding available in Scotland.

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Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Health Social Care and Wellbeing

Snippet of course introduction: This qualification is aimed at anyone seeking to improve their understanding and awareness of sui...
Full funding available in England. Full funding available in Scotland.

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Certificate in Special Education Needs and Disability

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Childcare and Education

Snippet of course introduction: Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with special educational...
Full funding available in England. Full funding available in Scotland.

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