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West College Scotland's Ferguslie Learning Centre recently received a batch of laptops, tablets, and MiFi's/Sims from The Good Things Foundation.

22-year-old Paisley plumbing student, Paul Marshall from Kilwinning, is set to test his skills against some of the United Kingdom's most accomplished students and apprentices during this week's WorldSkills UK National Finals in Greater Manchester.

West College Scotland’s Painting and Decorating department have been giving back in the local community this month in partnership with Paisley Crown Decorating Centre.

West College Scotland Greenock Campus Learner Development department finally got to perform their magical production of Aladdin after 2 years of rehearsing.

Last week saw former Graphic Design students, Sean Kelly and Cameron Hunter return to the College to speak to our newest cohort of design students about their journey from education to industry.

4 young apprentices are starting our their careers in Plumbing and Heating after progressing through their qualifications with our Plumbing and Heating departments. Dean Burns, Michael Holmes, Damain McDonald and Calum Power have all successfully secured apprenticeships following completion of the James Paterson & Sons Apprenticeship Academy at our Greenock Finnart Street campus last year.

West College Scotland staff were amongst the recent cohort of CMI Leadership and Management students to successfully achieve their Level 8 certificate.

It’s a double whammy for our Paisley Computing team this month, with Dr Amanda Ford being nominated for the Community Spirit Award at this year’s Scottish Games Award.

Greenock Employability Adviser, Mhairi Powell was delighted to support one of our industry partners towards a big win at the Inverclyde Inspirational Award last month. The annual event held at Greenock’s Cruden Hall saw Xcite Activity Play Centre receive a top accolade for the Inspirational Community Organisation Award after Mhairi nominated them for their efforts to provide a positive and inclusive experience for those in the local community.

West College Scotland, HNC Graphic Design students have teamed up with local Karate club JKS Clyde to design their new company logo.