Learn to grow your own vegetables and flowers with this free SVQ level 1 or 2 course in horticulture delivered by Cothrom in partnership with Lews Castle college.  The courses are taught through weekly group tutorials during spring and summer with portfolios completed during the winter.  

​Read more on our horticulture SVQ page here. 

Our community classes are starting back up on the week commencing October 28th. Get in touch on 01878 700910 or enquiries@cothrom.net to sign up.

Always wanted to have your own garden, but not sure where to start?
Learn to grow your own vegetables and flowers with the free SVQ level 1 and 2 course in Horticulture delivered by Cothrom in partnership with Lews Castle College​
You will learn how to sow, grow, harvest, cook and preserve your produce. Learn what grows well on the islands and how to achieve the best results in your garden; equip yourself with new skills in pruning, propagating and producing colourful flower borders; improve the overall look of your garden or allotment and learn how to use a range of equipment.

Read more here, or get in touch with our Training Co-ordinator on 01878 700910 or enquiries@cothrom.net

We will be at the Claddach Kirkibost Centre on Tuesday February 5th for another drop-in session on digital skills.

Cothrom are delighted to be working with Comhairle nan Eilean Siar on the delivery of Foundation Apprenticeships within the Western Isles.  We have been delivering Foundation Apprenticeships in Sgoil Lionacleit since 2017, supporting young people within school and within the workplace to achieve these excellent qualifications.  The qualifications are relevant to those looking to move into work or into further education or training after school.   Cothrom will be available at roadshow events to talk to young people about how the courses are delivered and what the benefits are.   We will be working with local employers in Uist and Benbecula to support placements.  If any students, parents or employers would like more details we are happy to discuss.   ​

​Read more on the Comhairle nan Eilean Siar website, here.

If you're looking to improve your skill set or CV this year, we have a wide range of courses and qualifications available to get you started. 

Information about our courses is available here on our website, but if you're looking for something in particular or want to know more, please get in touch with our Training Coordinator on 01878 700910 or through enquiries@cothrom.net