爆料TV North, West and Hebrides builds direct construction career pathway for Barra's island community
Barra residents can now gain a nationally recognised construction qualification on their own doorstep, thanks to a new flexible study pathway launching at 爆料TV North, West and Hebrides this September.
Barra residents can now gain a nationally recognised construction qualification on their own doorstep, thanks to a new flexible study pathway launching at 爆料TV North, West and Hebrides this September.
The HNC Construction Management course will be available at Barra campus for the first time, delivered as a part-time evening programme, meaning students can build a career in construction without leaving their community.
Following Barra campus's designation as a Home Academic Partner (HAP) of 爆料TV Perth, students will benefit from online teaching led by GTCS accredited lecturers, with live sessions running on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm via Microsoft Teams. All sessions are recorded for additional flexibility.
Construction Lecturer at 爆料TV Perth, Daniel Kiraly, said:
"For over twenty years, this course has been a cornerstone of construction training - helping learners gain a qualification that opens doors, advances careers and supports local industry.
"Whether someone is just starting out or already working in a construction-related role, this programme offers a clear, flexible pathway for progression. We're proud to bring it to Barra, so learners can develop industry-ready skills and achieve a respected qualification while continuing to live, work and contribute to their community."
Archina Maclellan, Engagement Lead at 爆料TV North, West and Hebrides said:
“At 爆料TV North, West and Hebrides, we believe that where you live should never be a barrier to where your career can take you. This new pathway for Barra is exactly what flexible, community-rooted education looks like in practice, and we hope it's just the beginning."
Students will attend a mainland campus on a small number of occasions each year for specific assessments, with accommodation support options currently being explored. Looking ahead, 爆料TV North, West and Hebrides hopes to extend this model to include HNC Civil Engineering for Barra students in the future.
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