Highland Learning Academy
Welcome to the Highland Learning Academy — Your Gateway to Scottish Professional & Vocational Qualifications
About Us
At Highland Learning Academy – previously known as the Virtual Learning Academy – we understand the importance of continuous learning and professional development. Whether you’re seeking to enhance your career prospects or upskill your workforce, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Excellence
The Highland Learning Academy was created in the heart of the Scottish Highlands to help people gain access to learning from their remote locations. Now this highly innovative model helps candidates across Scotland and beyond.
Growth
We develop knowledge, skills and competence via our wide range of qualifications, apprenticeships and development programmes for employees and employers.
Integrity
Our highly innovative model
delivers flexibility to all candidates and employers. Learning can be
accessed online or in face-to-face, online workshops, or blended using both.
Apprenticeships
With apprenticeship funding options provided by Skills Development Scotland, we facilitate the attainment of qualifications pertinent to individuals’ current positions, whether they’re new hires or seasoned staff members. Discover our extensive selection of apprenticeships crafted for different industries and career trajectories throughout Scotland.
Accountancy
We provide three levels of accountancy apprenticeship from a new start to a professional accountant. These are levels SCQF6, SCQF7, SCQF8.
Business Administration
We provide three levels of qualification for business admin to support employees throughout their career. SCQF5, SCQF6 & SCQF8.
Management
Hone your leadership abilities with our comprehensive three-tiered qualification programme in management, spanning SCQF7, SCQF9, and SCQF11.
Digital Marketing
Whether you’re interested in Instagram or Facebook, there’s a job for you in the digital marketing industry. This apprenticeship is ideal for anyone who wants to work in a fast-paced, creative environment.
Digital Technology
We provide three levels of qualification for Digital Technology to support employees throughout their career. SCQF5, SCQF6 & SCQF8.
Apprenticeships are for all ages.
At the Highland Learning Academy, we deliver two types of apprenticeships:
Qualifications
At the Highland Learning Academy, we offer an extensive array of qualifications. We hold full accreditation to develop, deliver, and award certifications for various qualifications through multiple accrediting bodies, including the Chartered Management Institute and the AAT.
Case Studies
Discover how organisations of all sizes have benefited from our tailored training programmes. From small businesses to large corporations, our case studies showcase the impact of employee-led qualifications on business performance and growth.
Laura Maclean
Property Manager - Tailormade Moves
"What we didn’t realise was that along with having tutors to mentor apprentices through their chosen qualification, HLA would be able to recruit on our behalf. The calibre of candidates far exceeded our expectations."
Louise Fitzpatrick
Administrator / Health & Safety Co-Ordinator - Cairngorm Group
"Thank you to Yvonne for being so supportive throughout."
Louise Mellor
Senior Administration Assistant – Infrastructure Service, Shetland Islands Council
"I am excited about my future holding this qualification and thank Lorna Ross gratefully for the support she has given me so far."
Abbie Joss
CCU Tracker - ASCO UK
"I found the support from the Highland learning academy throughout my modern apprentice to be great. I worked closely with my mentor Lynn Finnie and she provided me with guidance and feedback that hugely benefited my learning experience."
