This fund provides bursaries to residents of the Barr Community Council area to help them access training and education opportunities that better equip them with the range of skills needed to enter or retain employment.
The maximum award is:
- First time applicants: up to £1,500
- Second time applicants: up to £1,000
- Any further applications: up to £500 per year.
Similarly, if your course runs over several years, any award will be capped at:
- First year of study: up to £1,500
- Second year of study: up to £1,000
- Any further year of study: up to £500 per year.
The Barr Education & Training Fund aims to improve the opportunities and livelihoods of people living in Barr. The community council boundary geographically defines this.
Courses leading to formal or recognised qualifications will be favoured. However, other courses will also be considered where you can demonstrate how the skills and knowledge gained will realistically support you in securing or retaining a job. Apprentices can also apply, provided should this be a cost you cannot claim back from your employer or another agency.
Courses supported can be on a full time or part-time basis and may be Apprenticeships, Modern Apprenticeships, Foundation Apprenticeships, SVQs, NCs, HNCs, HNDs, short vocational courses as well as other courses.
More information can be found at the Foundation Scotland website
