WorldSkills UK Competition Heats in Scotland
22 May 2018 Construction Skills – Bricklaying, Carpentry, Joinery, Painting and Decorating, Plastering and Wall Tiling
6 June 2018 Food and Hospitality – Confectionery, Culinary Art, Restaurant Service & Inclusive Skills Catering
11 June Hairdressing, Inclusive Skills and Childcare
City of Glasgow College, 190 Cathedral Street
What do WorldSkills Competitions involve?
Each competition is a series of tests, designed by industry experts, which focus on the highest UK and international standards. Competitions are designed to test a competitor’s knowledge, practical skills and attributes valued by employers including successful completion of tasks set, problem-solving, time management and working under pressure. Competitors are marked against a rigorous framework that meets the WorldSkills UK quality assurance standards.
There are over 60 different WorldSkills skills competition taking place each year with competitors aiming to be named the UK Champion in their chosen skill. Outstanding competitors, aged 18 – 25, who excel in WorldSkills UK Competitions will be invited to compete for a place in the team that represents the UK at WorldSkills; the biennial international skills competition.
This is an opportunity not just for competitors, but also for visitors to observe vocational excellence in action and to be inspired.
WorldSkills aims to raise the profile and recognition of skilled people, and show how important skills are in achieving economic growth and personal success.
Benefits and opportunities include:
- Achievement and mastery of world-class skills.
- Enhanced Personalised learner training and growth.
- Reducing the skills shortage.
- Increased productivity.
- Raising standards in technical and vocational education.
To book a place, please contact Stephen Downie, WorldSkills Coordinator.
stephen.downie@cityofglasgow.ac.uk
Or find out more using the link below.
