Supporting People into Employment and Education in Edinburgh

About Nisus Scotland and What We Do

Vision

• Nisus Scotland seeks equality of access to work or study for all members of society.

Mission

• Through the provision of information communications technology and personal development training, Nisus Scotland will empower members of society who face multiple barriers to gain employment or enter further education or training.

Values

• Put our students first
• Make learning fun and link learning to life
• Listen to our staff and volunteers
• Share our knowledge with others in the voluntary sector
• Everyone who works for us will share our vision and commitment and have the skills they need to do their job

Background Information

• History
  Nisus Scotland was created in 1986 to enable the provision of training for unemployed women in Edinburgh and to promote equal opportunities in the local labour market.  We were the first women's training centre in Scotland to provide training in non-traditional areas. 
• What We Do
  We offer a free 20-week Information & Communication Technology (ICT) and personal development course to women with no, low or outdated qualifications. Priority is given to ex-offenders, lone parents, women with a disability and those with addiction issues.
  More about The Women's Course >> 
  
  We also provide a free, 20-week ICT training and personal development course for men or women who have a disability or health concern.
  More about Flex~Ability >> 
  
  Our third course provides free ICT training and personal development skills to asylum seekers, refugees and individuals from the black minority ethnic community through twelve-week courses. The course includes classes in English as a second language (ESOL) to build confidence in communication skills.
  More about Skilltech >> 
  

Four Key Objectives (2007-2009)

1. Objective One
   Our students will receive the skills, confidence and qualifications to progress into employment or further education/training
2. Objective Two
   We will become an employer of choice
3. Objective Three
   Our training will be student led and of the highest quality
4. Objective Four
   We will achieve a stable financial position