About Us

In 2008, Macmillan Centre for Learning (MCL) was borne out of a desire to meet the needs of the social care sector, identifying continuing professional development and offering diversity, and flexibility,  in the meeting of statutory training requirements. We are Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA) to deliver statutory qualification to the Social Care sector.
The Centre offers the opportunity to participate in a mode of learning that motivates the learner to reach their potential and develop their skill and for the benefit of the service.  Through traditional methods of training and the integration of technology we offer the support and encouragement any learner needs as they embark upon a new journey of discovery. 
The Centre also uses the open-source Moodle facility to provide resources within a Virtual Learning Environment that will be accessed by Students only.  This facility offers Students access to video and audio teaching to support any direct teaching that has been set in place for them.  A range of subjects have been identified by SQA as the key components of Social Care, therefore, workbooks have been made accessible for Students to enable a depth of understanding of key concepts and theories to underpin the experience and practice the Students bring.
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What We’re All About​

We want to support the social care workforce to reach their potential as they support those in reciept of social care services. We believe in motivating carers, and services, to acquire knowledge and skills, building confidence in their competence, and capacity to deliver a person centre service.

Learn Something Every Day​

Social Care qualifications change lives. Learning with us will support you to make a difference. We want you to reach your full potential and then supporting those you provide care for to reach theirs.

Malcolm Macmillan
Head of Centre
Our Teaching Philosophy

“Miseris sucerrer disco”

“Miseris sucerrer disco” To Learn to help those in need​

The motto…is a quotation from the Latin poet, Virgil: “Miseris Succurrere Disco,” which can be translated as “I learn (or endeavour) to succour the distressed.” or, more simply, “I learn to help those in need.”
(http://winaims.com/cmnm/Miseris.asp)

The use of the Macmillan Clan motto is significant as it represents a philosophy that is at the heart of the service the Centre provides.  Within this philosophy are three components:

1. The responsibility of the individual to learn, “I learn”, indicates a process through which you are willing to attain knowledge and skills.  Such development requires many skills such as communication in its’ many forms, Information Technology and all this offers regarding resources and collaboration.  Incorporated into this is the motivation required to push you to achieve.  A clear focus on the outcome of your learning is essential.  Not only is there the drive for self-achievement; there is also recognition of the gains for those you work for, the clients.

2. The next component is that of “to succour” or “to help”.  This component represents the variety of knowledge, skills, methods and concepts relating to working with people.  All of us have a particular leaning towards being treated in certain ways.  Such treatment can be found, for example, to relate to the Scottish Social Service Council Codes of Practice and the National Care Standards.  An understanding of the basic ingredients of interactions enables the concepts of Respect and Dignity and this is significant to the helping process.

3. “…the distressed” or “those in need” identifies to whom we apply the “help”.  As the issue of care can apply to a wide section of society it is important to understand the “need” they have.  Through careful assessment of all that this person is, we construct an image of wishes and needs, which may only be met through appropriate application of knowledge, skills, methods and concepts.

Learn from experienced educators​

Macmillan Centre for Learning is privileged to be supported by quality practitioners in the area of social care, education and practice itself. Students and Candidates will have the opportunity to be guided by knowledgeable, yet caring staff who see the person doing the course.

Learn made accessible

Macmillan Centre for Learning is proud of the efforts we make to deliver information and knowledge in an accessible way. Whether you learn by reading, listening or a combination of both, we have it for you. The resources and tutorials, where appropriate, put the learner at the centre of the process.

Professional Certification​

As an SQA Approved Centre, Macmillan Centre for Learning delivers qualifications that support you to meet your professional registration requirements. You will be supported to develop your academic skills to reach the appropriate level for your role. It is a journey, one that we will do together.

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