Career Enhancement Programme

As Scotland moves towards a net-zero, low-carbon future, green skills are in high demand. This three-day, in-person course provides bespoke training to help women in the sector develop confidence, communication, and leadership skills, empowering them to progress their career in this exciting and rapidly expanding field. 

What the Course Covers

1. Identifying Achievements and Strengths
   Participants identify their achievements, strengths, and transferable skills through a range of interactive exercises. Using tools such as the internationally recognised Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), they gain valuable insights into their personality preferences and how these influence their professional strengths.

2. Communicating More Effectively
   Effective communication is a core leadership skill. This module explores different communication styles, helping participants understand their own tendencies and learn strategies to communicate with clarity and confidence.

3. Developing Leadership Potential
   The programme demystifies leadership by examining what individuals truly value in their leaders. Participants gain tools and perspectives to unlock their own leadership potential and lead with authenticity and impact.

Who the Course is For

For women working in green skills, renewables, and environmental sectors
The course is designed for women in these sectors who are keen to progress. It will:

• Support participants in identifying their strengths and skills
• Encourage clarity around goals for career progression
• Provide a safe, empowering space to learn alongside like-minded peers

For employers investing in their teams
The course also benefits organisations seeking to develop their workforce. It will:

• Support business growth through workforce development
• Improve staff motivation, confidence, and leadership capabilities
• Demonstrate a commitment to equality and professional development

Eligibility 

• Women currently employed, and based in Scotland 
• Working in, or looking to transition into, a green skills role* or career 
• Able to attend all three days of in-person sessions 

(Please note: this course is not suitable for students or new graduates.) 

* Green skills roles are found across every sector. They include jobs that contribute to Scotland’s transition to a net-zero, low-carbon future — whether directly through renewables and environmental work, or indirectly through supporting sustainable practices in your organisation. 

That could include: 

• Working in renewable energy, environmental management, or sustainability projects 
• Roles in construction, engineering, forestry, manufacturing, or transport that are becoming more sustainable 
• Policy, education, communications, or community engagement focused on climate action or sustainability 
• Or anyone looking to transition their existing skills — for example, from administration, design, HR, or technical roles — into work aligned with Scotland’s green economy 

How to Apply

Please see below for upcoming course agenda and application details: