The finalists for this year's WorldSkills UK national competition have been announced and it is encouraging to see 12 of them from City of Glasgow College finalists across 5 skill areas.
All of the finalists were among the top performers in the UK in their chosen disciplines following a series of regional qualifiers.
Good luck to our finalists who will now engage in an intensive training and development programme and will compete for gold, silver and bronze in November in Manchester.
Our Finalists
Wall and Floor Tiling
- Andrew Bell
- Steven Andrews
3D Digital Game Art
- Kornel Franczak
- David Martin
- Kayleigh Young
Graphic Design
- Ana Maldonado-Navas
Confectionery and Patisserie
- Chloe Gillespie
- Zoe Wright
Network Infrastructure Technician
- Scott Garbett
- Anthony Gallagher
- Finley Graham
- Edward Melendez
FAQs
What is WorldSkills?
Founded in 1950, WorldSkills is an international movement and is the global hub for skills excellence and development with the vision to improve the world through the power of skills. It brings young learners and apprentices together, giving them the chance to compete, experience, and learn how to become the best in their skill of choice.
WorldSkills aims to raise the profile and recognition of skilled people, and show how important skills are in achieving economic growth and personal success. At the college we have set up a WorldSkills Academy to support your development in preparation for this prestigious competition.
Why is training required?
The skills demanded by WorldSkills UK competitions are at the standards of excellence set by international experts. Training is required to give you the preparation required to meet these standards and compete at the highest level.
What training will I receive and when?
The training will include focus on practical skills and mindset skills to be delivered by experienced national and international experts. Your trainer will be in touch regarding arrangements for training from the end of February which take place to fit in with your current course and personal commitments.
When will training start?
Arrangements are being made to have training start at the end of February 2022.
How will I access training after I leave college in June?
Each successful entrant to the programme is enrolled with the WorldSkills Academy at the college, and has access to support and training up to competition date no matter whether they have moved on to employment or to university.
What do I do next?
Get in touch with worldskills@cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk for details on how to get involved or sign up for one of our information sessions taking place mid-January/February. More details to follow.
Further Information
If you have any questions please contact worldskills@cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk.