Testimonials
Reid Kerr College has provided training to a wide range of clients from large public and private organisations to individuals looking for the right skills and knowledge for the workplace, below is just a small selection of some of the feedback we have received from our clients.
Thomas Johnstone Ltd
"At Thomas Johnstone Ltd, it is one of our core values to provide "continuous improvement" which includes ensuring that our operatives are fully trained in their respective disciplines. On this occasion our Electrical Supervisors and I attended the City & Guilds 2382-10 course on the 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671:2008) and found it to be an extremely informative and comprehensive course. Thus enabling us to continue to provide the best service and solutions for our clients and to keep us at the top of our game.
I found that the course provided an excellent open forum to discuss the practical application of the regulations with an extremely knowledgeable lecturer consistently referring to relevant practical understandable examples."
David Murray, M & E Services Estimating Manager, Thomas Johnstone Ltd.
Babcock Marine
Senior Quality Advisor and award winning student David Grant has been working on the quality of his own personal development recently and has completed a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Quality at Reid Kerr College in Paisley. He said, "I attended Reid Kerr one evening a week and the College's location just off the motorway was ideal. Within only 2 years, I had completed the HNC and had a terrific learning experience while I was there."
"I was very impressed with the enthusiasm and knowledge of the lecturers which created a positive and informative learning experience. The course content was relative to my role and working with fellow candidates from a variety of different backgrounds encouraged useful discussions and solutions on how Quality principles can be applied within various industry settings."
David Grant, Senior Quality Advisor, Babcock Marine and Engineering Hammermen Award winner.
NHS - Greater Glasgow and Clyde
"I found the MS Project 2003 training to be of a very high standard and easy to understand. The trainer made it possible for people to be working at different levels without anyone feeling that they were lagging behind. I would highly recommend this training."
Marie Carey, Senior Learning & Education Advisor, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde.
National Semiconductor UK Ltd
"We currently have our first group of employees working towards the ECDL qualification. This is a real benefit to both the organisation and the individuals involved as it helps to increase their general PC skills as well as building their overall confidence. The ECDL teaches people 'real' skills that they can take back to their day-to-day job including e-mailing and the interpretation of data on Excel. The work based training format delivered by Reid Kerr, provides a safe and non-threatening environment for all staff. I would recommend this course to anyone with a genuine interest in improving their overall PC skills."
Grace Mitchell, Human Resources Business Partner for National Semiconductor UK Ltd
Wagamama
"Health & Safety training is becoming paramount to the effective running of our businesses and it was important that our managers have a sound knowledge of what is required. The training at Reid Kerr was excellent and all of the course material was relevant to our restaurant operations. The IOSH programme proved to be a useful tool for our managers, highlighting what is required of them to maintain the appropriate Health & Safety environment for our staff and overall businesses."
Gerry Cassidy, General Manager, Wagamama
Soccer Circus
"It was fantastic that we could access this REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene course locally through Reid Kerr College. It's really important to us to work in partnership with as many local businesses and organisations. Hopefully when it comes to re-training we can turn to Reid Kerr again."
Soccer Circus
BAE Systems
"The Emergency Response Teams (ERTs) at both Scotstoun and Govan play a vital role within the business, which is why the company guarantees them access to as much training as possible. We have been working closely with Reid Kerr and I am very confident that these new training courses will ensure our ERTs will continue to provide such an important service to the workforce"
Stevie Easdon, Central Services Manager, BAE Systems
Abbeyfield Strathgryffe
Jackie Weston is employed by Abbeyfield Strathgryffe at Campbell Snowdon House in Quarriers Village, Bridge of Weir and has worked in the public sector for 12 years. She successfully completed a nationally recognised Executive Diploma in Management with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and an SVQ level 4 in Management at Reid Kerr. She said,"Reid Kerr College are an excellent training provider, who can deliver high quality training that suits the needs of the student. As well as classroom based study I was able to access on-line training support throughout my study programme, which provided contact with tutors and fellow students. This proved to be an invaluable resource that became an integral part of completing the qualification."
Jackie Weston, Care Home Manager from Inverkip and Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Executive Diploma Student of The Year 2008.
James Anderson
James Anderson returned to college to study for his Gas qualifications and successfully completed the 6012 City & Guilds Installation and Maintenance programme. He said, "I was pretty apprehensive about returning to studying again but Reid Kerr has far exceeded my expectations in terms of course delivery and the overall environment. There is a great atmosphere between students and staff here and I have already enrolled for further training to develop my career as a gas fitter."
James Anderson, Trainee Gas Fitter from West Kilbride.
Orchard Grove Nursery
Yvonne Groom, a Nursery Manager with Orchard Grove Nursery has been working on her own personal development for the past year with assistance from Reid Kerr College. She said, "It is important as a childcare provider we maintain a high level of training and I chose Reid Kerr College due to their reputation and high training standards. It is vital that we keep up to date with the latest developments within the Childcare sector and I have already completed several training courses at the college including Behaviour Management, First Aid and Child Protection. I am currently studying for a PDA in Childcare and Education which on completion will provide us with the ability to apply for partnership funding, crucial to our business."
Yvonne Groom, Nursery Manager from Paisley.