2008 Began PhD Research Programme in Creative Writing at University of Glasgow. Programme of study due for completion 2013.
2007 SVQ REGISTERED MANAGER in HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE, LEVEL 4
2003 MASTER OF LITERATURE IN CREATIVE WRITING
1995 OPEN UNIVERSITY SHORT ASSOCIATE PROGRAMME PASS WITH DISTINCTION
MENTAL HANDICAP : CHANGING PERSPECTIVES
1990 CITY & GUILDS TEACHING CERTIFICATE
TEACHING ADULTS IN FURTHER & HIGHER EDUCATION
1987 DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION STUDIES AND LIBRARIANSHIP
1983 MASTER OF ARTS (HONS) IN SCOTTISH HISTORY & SCOTTISH LITERATURE

From 1992-2007 I was a supporter and manager of services for adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health issues and communication difficulties. I hold an enhanced disclosure

In February 2008 I launched LIPSYNC SCOTLAND, realising a long-held ambition and uniting 2 great passions - writing and working with people of all abilities. I work in an inclusive way to offer my services as a creative writing tutor and communication skills trainer to individuals & groups of all abilites. My clients range from private individuals, Local Authority & NHS groups, mainstream leisure classes and I am currently designing corporate training packages to help employers develop a creative culture in the workplace.