Discover your passion with Commercial and Community courses at Borders College

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Ready to learn, connect, and have fun?

Borders College is excited to unveil its fantastic line-up of community certificated and leisure courses running from January to July 2025.

With over 20 diverse courses to choose from, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re looking to boost your professional skills, dive into a new hobby, or simply meet like-minded people in a relaxed and supportive setting.

From enhancing your career prospects to discovering your next passion, our courses are the perfect way to unwind, build confidence, and even take the first step back into academic study.

We have some fantastic courses on offer, including:

 

Certificate

  • Elementary Food Hygiene (REHIS)
  • Elementary Health and Safety (REHIS)
  • Emergency First Aid at Work (REHIS)
  • Fast Track to Access to Health Professions
  • First Aid at Work (3 Day) (REHIS)
  • First Aid at Work (2-Day Requalification) (REHIS)
  • Intermediate Food Hygiene (REHIS)
  • Mental Health (Level 1 Awareness)
  • Mental Health First Aid (Level 2)
  • Mental Health First Aid (Level 3 Supervising for Mental Health)
  • Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders (Refresher)
  • Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders (New Licence Holder)

Leisure

  • An Introduction to Polymer Clay Earrings
  • Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Basic Car Maintenance 
  • Creative Writing 
  • EXCEL Level 1 and 2
  • Floristry
  • Gardening in Any Space
  • Guitar for Beginners
  • Guitar Intermediate
  • Python
  • Upcycle and Recycle (Garments and Fabric)
  • Yoga

 

Accounts Manager at Borders College, Susan Rennie, commented:

"Learning opens the door to countless opportunities. Joining one of our courses is a great way to connect with like-minded people, build new friendships, and become part of the vibrant Borders College community. 

“It’s the perfect way to boost your confidence and explore further learning pathways, whether full-time, part-time, work-based, or short-term courses."

Don’t miss out—explore your options and make January the start of something amazing!

Commercial and Community Courses

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