Science City York Courses
In September 2003 Science City York and the Learning & Skills Council North Yorkshire commissioned a report entitled
‘Skills and Workforce Development Mapping Study in Knowledge Based Industries in York’
The report identified skills that needed to be developed in the city’s workforce in order to allow knowledge-based industries in York to flourish.
These new skills would also allow York residents to fully benefit from the science and technology industries growing locally.
Science City York and partner organisations have planned a number of initiatives to meet these needs.
- Women into Science and Technology Management
- Science Bite Size Tasters
Women into Science and Technology Management
This management training programme was developed by Science City York and the York Training Centre and has been running since 2003 with support from the Learning & Skills Council. It enables established and new women managers working in the city’s expanding science and digital industries to gain NVQ Level 3 and 4 in Management. This is supported by specialist workshops designed to provide additional skills most relevant to those attending the courses.
Candidates who undertake and complete the course will gain:
- A clear understanding of role responsibilities
- The opportunity to develop management skills
- Increased job satisfaction and confidence
- Recognition of existing skills
- A wider experience base
- A recognised qualification
For further details, please email Science City York
Science Bite Size Tasters
Science City York and Future Prospects have developed a number of Science Bite Size Tasters, which encourage local people to pursue science and technology careers and take further steps towards more extensive training opportunities.
These courses are short – one to three hours each – providing an introduction to a number of subjects in the science, technology and creative industries. Course topics cover a wide range of areas, from film animation, using a digital camera, sport science and film production
These courses take place at a variety of central venues in York.
For course information and details how to register click here