At DG Unlimited, we believe that supporting the people behind creative and community activity is just as important as supporting the work itself. We encourage our members to build new skills, deepen their knowledge, and develop confidence in working with communities across Dumfries and Galloway. As part of this commitment, we highlight training opportunities that may be particularly relevant to artists, creative practitioners, and cultural organisations working across the region.
Introduction to Working with Communities
Professional Development Award (SCQF Level 6)
Delivered by Dumfries and Galloway College
DG Unlimited is pleased to support members who are interested in undertaking the Introduction to Working with Communities course delivered by Dumfries and Galloway College.
This course is designed for people who work, volunteer, or engage with communities and want to develop their understanding of community engagement and community development practice. It introduces the theory and practice of Community Learning and Development (CLD), with a particular focus on community capacity building.
The programme runs over approximately 18 weeks and leads to a Professional Development Award in Community Involvement (SCQF Level 6).
It may be particularly useful for members who:
• Work with community groups
• Deliver arts, culture, or heritage projects in community settings
• Are interested in strengthening their community engagement skills
• Want to gain a recognised qualification in community learning and development
Support from DG Unlimited
DG Unlimited recognises the value of this qualification and the role it plays in strengthening community-led cultural activity across Dumfries and Galloway.
We are able to support DG Unlimited members who would like to undertake this course. If you are interested in applying, please get in touch with the DG Unlimited team to discuss how we may be able to assist.
Find Out More
You can find full details about the course and application process here:
https://www.dumgal.ac.uk/course/introduction-to-working-with-communities-pda-scqf-level-6-2/
DG Unlimited Member Achieves ‘Working with Communities’ Qualification
We are delighted to share that DG Unlimited member Bea Last has successfully completed the Introduction to Working with Communities (PDA SCQF Level 6) through Dumfries and Galloway College. Bea accessed the course through her membership with DG Unlimited, as […]
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Leaders Unlimited
DG Unlimited members are also encouraged to apply for Leaders Unlimited: The Third Wave, a fully funded creative leadership programme designed for emerging creative leaders across the South of Scotland. The four-day residential programme offers workshops with sector professionals, peer learning, leadership development and valuable networking opportunities, helping participants grow their confidence, skills and impact within the creative and cultural sector.
Leaders Unlimited – The Third Wave
Our fully funded Creative Leadership programme returns for its third iteration! And this time, Leaders Unlimited is a residential, taking place from 20th to 24th April 2026 and based in CAMPLE LINE, Dumfriesshire….
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