The Dundee & Angus Branch covers both the City of Dundee and the Angus region. Although both areas have different economies, they have similar small business issues and business achievements.
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Training Courses Available from Dundee College
"Our vision is to operate a dynamic business strategy to strengthen the institution and to contribute to local economic development"
Free Online Soft Skills Training for Managers & Opertional Staff
Funding for Training
Flexible Training Opportunities gives Scottish businesses with under 75 employees the opportunity to apply for up to £5,000 towards employee training costs.
The types and levels of training that are eligible for support:
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Qualifications including individual units
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Masterclasses
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Learning based on National Occupational Standard
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Industry recognised qualifications
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First line supervisory management
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Workshops
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Taster sessions
Funding is available for up to 10 employees per business and comes in the form of a refund of up to 50% of each episode of employee training up to a maximum of £500 for each employee. For example, if an episode of training costs £1200, you will receive a refund of £500. If it costs £300, the refund would be £150.
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Barnardo's Works - Dundee
Barnardo's Works is an innovative service supporting young people from deprived communities to secure independent, sustainable employment.
It is a practical way of matching the potential of young people with the needs of employers. Employers can reap the benefits of this low cost and low risk recruitment method by agreeing to become a partner employer, whilst also contributing to the local community.
Contact: Sheelagh Scott, Employer Liason Officer, 01382 464619
The Angus Reputable Traders Scheme
A scheme to give Angus residents information on reliable traders in the county has now been launched by Angus Council, with co-operation from Tayside Police and the Federation of Small Businesses.
The Angus Reputable Traders Scheme (ARTS) will make finding a trustworthy trader from both the retail and service sectors a lot easier for local people.
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