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You can greatly improve your career prospects by carrying out regular training. Whether you're looking to learn a completely new skill, or are simply looking to refresh and expand on your existing knowledge, there is a wide range of support available.

Individual Training Grant

If you are a West Lothian resident and the parent of a dependent child, you may be eligible for up to £2000 of funding to spend towards training and upskilling to improve your career prospects. This funding can be used towards learning a new skill, gaining a new qualification or certificate, or simply refreshing your existing skillset. 

For more information or to apply, please email pesf@westlothian.gov.uk 

Steps to Success

Lead by Access2Employment's Wellbeing team, Steps to Success is a 6-week course created to support and encourage West Lothian residents to realise their potential and make positive changes for the future. Topics covered within the course include: wellbeing, empowerment and personal development, mock interview support, CV development, job searching, and more. 

For more information or to apply, please email access2employment@westlothian.gov.uk 

Economic Development Fund

With this fund, businesses can receive funding of up to £5000 towards training and upskilling their existing employees via West Lothian College courses. There is a wide range of courses available, suitable for employees working in a variety of different industries. Please note, your employer must apply for this on your behalf.

You can view more information and a brochure here.

To request more information, please email access2employment@westlothian.gov.uk or complete our registration form here.
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