Previously funded activities by Barrhill Education and Training Fund
Education and training funds have been specifically set up to support individuals of all ages to access college, university or training programmes of all kinds. This funding helps individuals enhance their employment opportunities and there is an ever increasing body of evidence about the difference this funding can make.
Below are some recent examples of the courses and qualifications previously supported by this fund.
| Project | Fund | Description | Amount Awarded |
| Local resident | Barrhill Education and Training Fund | To support the costs of driving lessons in order to increase access to employment opportunities in this rural area. | £1,000 |
| Local resident | Barrhill Education and Training Fund | To fund the cost of fuel and train travel to attend Ayrshire College in order to study for an HNC in Social Sciences. | £1,000 |
| Local resident | Barrhill Education and Training Fund | To fund 6 modules of training for non-medical helpers and mentors from the National Autistic Society to support their opportunities for employment. | £210 |
| Local resident | Barrhill Education and Training Fund | To fund a chainsaw course in cross-cutting and maintenance, and associated PPE in order to support employment opportunities and career aspirations. | £1,000 |
| Local resident | Barrhill Education and Training Fund | To support the cost of studying for an HND in Agriculture in order to pursue a career in farming. | £1,000 |
| Local resident | Barrhill Education and Training Fund | To support the costs of travel and/or equipment necessary to study for and achieve an HND qualification in Photography. | £1,000 |
| Local resident | Barrhill Education and Training Fund | To support the costs of achieving a Certificate of Achievement in Carpentry and Joinery Level 3, including course fees and equipment. | £1,000 |
| Local resident | Barrhill Education and Training Fund | To support accommodation costs for the first year of study for a degree in Psychology at the University of Strathclyde. | £2,323 |
| Local resident | Barrhill Education and Training Fund | To support transport costs associated with studying for an HNC in Computer Games Development. | £1,000 |
| Local resident | Barrhill Education and Training Fund | To fund the cost of driving lessons to increase access to employment and support independence. | £1,000 |