South Lanarkshire College

16/10/2026

The SLCSA is delighted to launch Wellbeing Check-In Sessions for South Lanarkshire College students.

Appointments are available from Monday 19 October on Monday afternoons and Friday mornings.

Offered by the Counselling Team, the Wellbeing Check-in Sessions offer students a safe, confidential, and supportive space to talk through concerns and receive immediate emotional support.

The service is designed for students who would benefit from a one-off support session or who are unsure whether counselling is right for them.

Book a session today and receive:
✅ Safe and non-judgemental support
✅ A one-to-one emotional wellbeing check-in
✅ Guidance on coping strategies
✅ Information about what support services are available to you

Book your session by scanning the QR code and selecting an appointment slot. Remember, you don't need to be in crisis to access the support.

09/10/2026

Earlier this week, South Lanarkshire College was delighted to welcome Alyn Smith MSP, Minister for Innovation, Technology and Tertiary Education, as part of Challenge Poverty Week. This marked the Minister’s first dedicated college visit since taking up his ministerial post.

We look forward to continuing the conversation and welcoming the Minister back to our college in the future.

Here’s a short video from the Minister about his visit.

08/10/2026

What a brilliant day at 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗠 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! 🔬✨

A massive thank you to our fantastic partners at DYW Lanarkshire & East Dunbartonshire, who helped plan and run such a fab event! 👏

Over 160 young people joined us from schools across Lanarkshire and beyond for a morning full of hands-on activities, big ideas, fun and lots of curiosity! 🔬🚀✨

Huge thanks to our 33 exhibitors for inspiring the next generation and sharing their knowledge and passion. ⭐

Thanks also to Aramark for providing breakfast and snack packs to keep everyone fuelled! 🥐🍎

And a big shoutout to our South Lanarkshire College Hospitality students and staff, who prepared and served lunch for our exhibitors and guests - you absolutely smashed it! 👏🍽️

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08/10/2026

Another fabulous initiative by or SLCSA team ❤️

Get your holiday packs today ⤵️

End period poverty: Scotland is the first country in world to make period products free!!
Free period products at SLC! Get your holiday packs from ground floor, outside lifts. Please help yourself.

07/10/2026

South Lanarkshire College was delighted to welcome Alyn Smith MSP, Minister for Innovation, Technology and Tertiary Education, on his first visit to the college in his new role, and we are proud to be the first college campus he has visited since his appointment.

As part of Challenge Poverty Week, the visit provided an opportunity to showcase the important role colleges play in supporting learners, communities and employers.

The Minister met students and staff, visited our English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP) Access to Nursing programmes, and heard about the impact of initiatives such as RISE (Raising Income through Skills and Education) in helping people access education, skills and employment opportunities.

We also welcomed the opportunity to discuss the role colleges can play in driving innovation, regional empowerment and inclusive economic growth, ensuring skills investment is aligned with the needs of local communities and employers.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the visit such a success. We look forward to continuing the conversation and welcoming the Minister back to South Lanarkshire College in the future.

07/10/2026

🎓 Final call to register for South Lanarkshire College's Graduation 2026! ⏰

Class of 2026, the countdown is on! Registration is closing TONIGHT! 👩‍🎓

✉️ If you're eligible to graduate and haven't registered yet, check your inbox (and junk folder!) and follow the links in your email to secure your place.

🗓️ Tuesday 10 November
📍 The Town House, Hamilton

✉️ Got questions? Get in touch at [email protected]

Register now and get ready to celebrate your achievements!

Find out more ➡ https://www.slc.ac.uk/students/graduation

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Class of 2026, it’s almost time to celebrate at The Town House Hamilton!

05/10/2026

💚 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘆 | 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟬 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

As we get ready to mark World Mental Health Day this weekend, we are highlighting the importance of having open conversations about mental health and making sure people feel supported - both in college and in the workplace.

Our HND Counselling students recently visited a PDA Level 6 Carpentry & Joinery class to explore mental health and wellbeing within the construction industry.

The session encouraged honest conversations around wellbeing, resilience and the importance of seeking support when needed, while helping to challenge stigma and create a culture where people feel comfortable talking about how they’re feeling.

Everyone at South Lanarkshire College is incredibly proud to see our students supporting and learning from one another and helping to make a positive difference beyond the classroom. 👏

A huge thank you to everyone who took part and engaged so positively with such an important conversation.

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03/10/2026

🎓 Only 4 days left to register for South Lanarkshire College's Graduation 2026! ⏰

Class of 2026, the countdown is on! You have until 7th October to register for your graduation ceremony! 👩‍🎓

✉️ If you're eligible to graduate and haven't registered yet, check your inbox (and junk folder!) and follow the links in your email to secure your place.

🗓️ Tuesday 10 November
📍 The Town House, Hamilton

✉️ Got questions? Get in touch at [email protected]

Register now and get ready to celebrate your achievements!

Find out more ➡ https://www.slc.ac.uk/students/graduation

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Class of 2026, it’s almost time to celebrate at The Town House Hamilton!

01/10/2026

It was great to see our Regional Training Officer, Julie Rankin, representing STS at a roundtable consultation hosted by South Lanarkshire College, bringing together key partners and employers who work closely with the college.

Julie spoke about the excellent partnership between STS and the college, highlighting the many activities delivered together, including apprentice reviews, inductions, careers events, the SPAY competition and industry meetings. She also shared her positive experiences working with the plumbing department and its dedicated staff.

Looking ahead, Julie invited employers to take part in future apprenticeship-focused sessions, particularly around the gas portfolio, to help support the next generation of plumbing and heating professionals.

30/09/2026

😁 We were delighted to welcome Siobhian Brown MSP, Minister for Children, Young People and The Promise, to South Lanarkshire College today to meet with and speak to our childcare staff and students about the College and the future of childcare in Scotland.

👏 Students highlighted to the minister the important role childcare professionals play in Scotland and their hopes for how the Scottish Government can work to improve career and placement opportunities for students.

🤝 The minister also discussed with staff and our College Principalship the role that colleges have in supporting care experienced students and how the sector can uphold and fulfill The Promise.

We look forward to welcoming the minister back to the College in the future to engage with how we can enhance and improve care experienced student's college experience.