Training for Care

25/06/2026

📢 Our website and email services are back online.

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We’re sorry for any inconvenience caused, and thank you for your patience.

www.trainingforcarescotland.org.uk

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23/06/2026

🌟 Small charities. Big impact. 🌟

This Small Charity Week (22–29 June), Training for Care is proud to be part of a national celebration of the vital role small charities play in communities across the UK.

As an Edinburgh-based educational charity, Training for Care has been supporting the social care and childcare sectors since 1982, helping to develop skills, create opportunities, and raise standards of care across Scotland.

Small charities like ours play a crucial role in strengthening the care workforce by providing high-quality training, qualifications, apprenticeships, and professional development opportunities for those working, or wishing to work, in caring professions. Through our work, we help build a skilled, confident workforce that improves the quality of life for children, adults, and communities who rely on care services.

This Small Charity Week, we're celebrating the learners, employers, partners, and supporters who help us make a difference every day. Together, we're creating opportunities, supporting careers, and helping ensure that people across Scotland receive the high-quality care they deserve.

Small charities are where change really happens. They are rooted in their communities, responding to local needs and creating lasting impact through dedicated support and expertise.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Training for Care over the years. Your support helps us continue investing in the people who care for others.

22/06/2026

📢 NEW COURSE – Dementia Awareness Open Course

📅 15th September
🕙 10:00am – 2:00pm

Designed for all staff working in health and social care settings, this engaging course provides essential baseline knowledge and skills to support people living with dementia.

Aligned with the SSSC Dementia Informed Promoting Excellence Framework, the course combines structured learning with interactive discussion to build a practical understanding of dementia, its impact on individuals, and the people around them.

Participants will gain confidence in delivering compassionate, person-centred support through exploring:

✔ Different types of dementia
✔ Signs and symptoms of dementia
✔ The dementia journey
✔ Dementia risk factors
✔ The impact of dementia on communication
✔ Rights, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

👩‍🏫 Meet the Trainer – Natasha

All courses are delivered by Natasha, a certified Dementia Awareness Trainer with a background in counselling. Combining professional expertise with lived experience, Natasha creates a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Her passion for dementia awareness began when her mother was diagnosed with dementia at just 56 years old in 2014. Since then, Natasha has become a dedicated advocate for better awareness, care and support.

Natasha is the lead campaigner for Anne’s Law, named in honour of her mother, and a key member of Care Home Relatives Scotland, working to improve care standards and protect the rights of families.

Places are limited – book now to strengthen your understanding of dementia and enhance your practice.

11/06/2026

⚽ Important Notice ⚽

Due to the football, Training For Care will be closed on Monday 15th and will reopen on Tuesday 16th.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We hope everyone enjoys the match, and we look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday! 😊🏆⚽

04/06/2026

🚀 NEW COURSE LAUNCH – Start Your Childcare Career Journey! 👶✨
We’re excited to announce our NEW Children & Young People SVQ2 (SCQF Level 6) Taught Class is now open for applications! 🎉
Whether you’re already working in childcare or looking to gain a recognised qualification, this is your chance to learn, grow, and develop essential skills in a supportive environment 💡
✅ Gain a nationally recognised qualification
✅ Learn while you work – practical, work-based learning
✅ Build confidence supporting children’s development, wellbeing & safety
✅ Fortnightly taught classes with expert assessor support
✅ No exams – assessed through real workplace practice
📅 Start Date: 11 September 2026
⏳ Duration: 10 months
This course is ideal for those working in nurseries, out-of-school care, or anyone looking to step into a rewarding role supporting children and young people 💙
👉 Find out more and apply here:
https://www.tfcscotland.org.uk/cyp-svq2-taught
🌟 Invest in your future and make a difference in young lives.

04/06/2026

🚀 Need your SVQ3 quickly? We’ve got you covered.
Our Fast-Track Social Services & Healthcare SVQ3 (SCQF Level 7) is designed to help you qualify in just 3 months ✅
Perfect if you’re facing:
✔️ SSSC registration deadlines
✔️ Visa requirements
✔️ Career progression goals
✔️ Unexpected time pressures
💡 What you’ll get:
• A structured, personalised plan from day one
• Dedicated 1:1 support and guidance
• Early scheduling of observations and assessments to keep you on track
• Workplace-based learning tailored to your role [tfcscotland.org.uk]
🎯 This qualification helps you demonstrate the skills, knowledge, and competence needed in real care roles, while working in your current job
💷 Fast-Track option available (3 months)
📍 Delivered in Edinburgh / workplace-based
📅 Start anytime
👉 Ready to fast-track your career?
Find out more & apply here:
https://www.tfcscotland.org.uk/social-services-health-svq3-open

03/06/2026

💡 Funding Available for Training & Education – Scotland
At Training for Care, we’re always looking to highlight opportunities that can support our learners and candidates 💙
This fund supports individuals looking to access education, training, or develop skills for employment — helping people move into work or progress in their careers. [foundation...and.org.uk]
✅ Funding can support:
🎓 College or university courses
🛠 Vocational training, apprenticeships & short courses
💻 Study equipment and essential resources
🚗 Travel, accommodation and other learning-related costs
These funds are designed to improve employability and open up new career pathways, especially where cost might otherwise be a barrier. [Re: Commun...farm fund | Outlook]
👉 Find out more and apply here:
https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/middle-balbeggie-education-training
📢 If you or someone you support is thinking about starting training, this could make a real difference!

The Middle Balbeggie Wind Farm Education & Training Fund (MBET Fund) supports residents living in the Thornton Community Council area in Fife who have started or wish to engage in study or training.  

11/02/2026

Not much Sunshine On Leith today!
Did you know, many of our short courses are held at our training room in the wonderful Norton Park Business and Conference Centre ?
Why not have a look at our latest short course programme -
https://www.tfcscotland.org.uk/courses
Or call us on 0131 556 7773, we are always happy to help!

27/01/2026

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who supports Training For Care on . Just by taking an extra step when you shop online and collecting a free donation for us, we've currently raised over £194.43! Not one of our supporters yet? Please join today at: https://join.easyfundraising.org.uk/training-for-care/7fx0x7/c2s/mQ7oHj9a/PMC13/facebook/194.43

27/01/2026

📣 Facebook Appeal Post

Help Our Students Succeed — One Laptop, One Hour at a Time 💙💻

At Training For Care, our students are working hard to build meaningful careers in the care sector. But for some, a lack of resources makes that journey harder than it should be.

🔹 Some learners need extra assessor hours to fully meet qualification standards and grow in confidence
🔹 Others don’t have access to a laptop or suitable technology, making online learning and assignments a real challenge

We’re raising funds to:
✅ Provide additional assessor support for students who need it
✅ Build a laptop fund, allowing learners to use devices on-site or borrow them when they don’t have access at home

Access to technology and tailored support isn’t a luxury — it’s essential for learning, confidence, and employability.

💙 Every donation, no matter the size, helps remove barriers and creates real opportunities.
You’re not just funding laptops or extra hours — you’re investing in people, skills, and the future of care.

👉 Donate here: https://www.tfcscotland.org.uk/donations-page

Thank you for supporting our students 💫