professional learning programme

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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING PROGRAMME

The Professional Learning Programme from Data Education in Colleges has seen over 1,000 lecturers, support staff, and even the odd Vice-Principal from 6 colleges around Scotland, upskilling in a range of applications.

make your cpd work for you

All Professional Learning Programme courses come with either a Data Skills Gateway or SQA Certificate.

professional learning programme - new for april 2025

new courses | new approach | fully funded

power bi bootcamp

power bi zero to power bi hero in one day

Suitable for Power BI beginners - delve into the world of interactive dashboards A one day Power BI Bootcamp, for Power BI beginners

Link to Application Form

Further details and example dashboard

Fully Funded
DATE: 23.04.25 - 09:00-16:00
In-Person at Milton Road Campus
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in health and social care

This workshop will enable lecturers to discuss and explore data skills within their vocational specialism. It will include an introduction to various activities that can be carried out with learners, along with an overview of available resources.

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 28.04.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

Ideation techniques

Beyond Numbers: Unlocking insights to data using Ideation Techniques

Over the course of two workshops build confidences in applying a new approach to problem-solving, unlocking insights to data and converting them into opportunities.

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Workshop #1: 29th April 15:00-16:30 - online
Workshop #2: 6th May 15:00 - 16:30 - online
College Development Network Certificate

delivering data science

delivering the data science curriculum: New qualifications and unit updates

Overview of new qualifications and unit updates available

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 30.04.25 15:00-16:30
Online delivery
Data Skills Gateway Completion Certificate

getting started with data

This introductory course explores the importance of data in your organisation and how your actions impact its quality. No prior knowledge is required.

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 01.05.25 15:00-16:30
Online delivery
Data Skills Gateway Completion Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in business and administation

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 07.05.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in sport and fitness

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 08.05.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in creative industries

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 12.05.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in engineering

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 13.05.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in construction and built environment

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 14.05.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in public services and uniformed professionals

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 19.05.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in social sciences

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 20.05.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in agriculture, horticultcure and animal care

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 21.05.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

mastering excel

mastering excel: Power Query Editor

This session has the most favourable student feedback of all.... an introduction to Excel's Power Query Editor, based on 4 years of statistics from ITV's The Chase

Link to Application Form

Further details and example dashboard

Fully Funded
Date: 21st May 09:30-11:30
In-Person at Edinburgh College Milton Road
Online via Teams
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in hospitality and tourism

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 26.05.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

delivering data science

delivering the data science curriculum: sharing good practice

Sharing Good Practice: This workshop will provide a platform for lecturers to share their experiences of delivering Data Science courses.

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 17.04.25 15:00-16:30
Online delivery
Data Skills Gateway Completion Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in hair and beauty

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 18.06.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

Introduction to Python

This session will provide: An overview of what Python is and its capabilities. A demonstration of Python syntax. Examples of how Python is used in statistics and data analysis. A guided simple activity. Information on where to find resources for learning Python.

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 18.06.25 15:00-16:30
Online delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

vocational data skills

developing data skills in science

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
Date: 19.06.25 15:00-16:30
Online Delivery
Data Skills Gateway Certificate

PDA Data Science

data and digital innovation - SCQF Level 7

The Professional Development Award (PDA) in Data Science at Level 7 is designed to enhance learners' data skills, equipping them to work effectively as data professionals.

Link to Application Form

Fully Funded
18 weeks
September 2025 Start
Online | In person | Self Directed
SQA Certified

SQA Certified Units

The unit on this course is put together with a holistic approach to both delivery and assessment.

Working with Data: SQA Certified
Communicating with Data: SQA Certified
Data Science Project: SQA Certified

living with AI

living with ai

Living with AI created by the Scottish AI Alliance. It explains what Artificial Intelligence is (and isn’t!), how it's developed and used today, as well the impacts of AI our daily lives, work and society. Learn at your own pace: With just 4-6 hours of content, you can complete the course on your schedule, in any order you prefer - your progress is saved automatically. You’ll have 30 days to finish, with helpful notifications and reminders to keep you on track.

Link to Application Form

DATE: Self-paced - 30 days to complete
Self-Paced Learning