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We know when considering studying higher education, there can be many factors to consider, but we aim to answer as many questions as possible with our informative guide.
We want to make the decision to study higher education simple for you, so read on to find out about our fantastic facilities, your funding options, and the many courses on offer over our Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form College and Innersummit sites.
As part of the Teesside University College Partnership, we can proudly offer all the exceptional teaching and expertise experienced at university. But, in addition to this, studying with us means smaller class sizes, closer links with your lecturers, and plenty of opportunity for one-on-one support and discussion.
We feel lucky to share all your hopes and ambitions and be part of the next step into your future. Our staff care about every individual’s success and take pride in being able to help shape every life.
So, if you are looking for support in every step of your study, whilst having dedicated built-for-purpose study areas, we cannot wait to receive your application.
Our learning environment is designed to educate, motivate, and inspire every student.
Our campus locations include Billingham (Bede), Stockton and Redcar, where we deliver everything from degree-level courses and HNCs, to foundation degrees and honours programmes. We also offer flexible course delivery in Gateshead with Innersummit, so whatever you are thinking next, we are here to help you take the first step. What is more, we have full and part-time course offerings, making it even easier to get back into studying.
Classes are made up of adults of all ages, including those straight out of college as well as mature students. If you have been out of the classroom for a while or do not have the traditional entry qualifications, we can offer support and guidance to ease your return to education.
We also offer access to higher education courses in Stockton and Redcar, which can be a ideal way to prepare for university study, especially if you are not coming from a traditional study background. Working closely with employers and organisations from the public, private and third sectors, we ensure the skills and knowledge taught is not only up to date, but also relevant, and meeting the needs of students, employers, and wider economic demands of the region. All this work to support our students during and post study helps us take pride in our surrounding communities.
All of our colleges are part of the Education Training Collective (Etc.).
Studying with us, you can:
• Learn essential skills and knowledge in the subject areas that you are interested in
• Be prepared for employment
• Increase chances of progression in your chosen career path or current role
• Enhance your earning potential
• Have an authentic student experience - of course there will be a lot of work to balance, but college/university is fun, and provides the opportunity to meet new people and develop relationships with those that share the same interests
• Boost your confidence and motivation for your future
• Develop problem-solving, communication, research, evaluation, reflection and critiquing skills, the important transferable skills employers look for
Did you know the Tees Valley is set to create more than 25,000 new jobs in the economy by 2026? Almost half (49%) of those jobs will require a level 4 qualification or higher! *
Take one of our higher education courses and set yourself up with the necessary skills and knowledge ready for these opportunities.
*www.teesvalley-ca.gov.uk
Are you an employer looking to upskill your workforce and build resilience? Contact our Business Development Unit on 01642 865 577 or email business@the-etc.ac.uk to find out more about the higher education options available to you and your business.
We offer everything expected from university level education, in a friendly college setting.
Our classes are typically 12 to 20 students, which allows for more one-onone contact time for each student.
Tutors will always be on hand to offer support, provide expertise and answer questions and talk through ideas.
We have recently updated a lot of our HE facilities to offer better support to our students. Visit us to take a look at our designated higher education only areas.
We have close links with leading employers across the local and combined authorities that help us ensure we provide you with the skills that matter.
Many of our staff have industry backgrounds, with years of experience in their field to give expert industry specific knowledge.
Our Academy of Performing and Technical Arts (APTA) at Stockton Riverside College revolves around growing the creative talent of the future.
We have fantastic sports facilities across our group sites. Talk to about us about access and student discounts available.
Why choose us?
From theatre and gallery visits to city breaks and even the odd long-haul flight, we want you to make the most of your time with us. In previous years, our aviation and tourism students have visited Hong Kong, New York, and Dubai.
We are focused on putting knowledge into practice, which is why we have built many of our courses around real and practical training.
We are part of the Teesside University College Partnership (TUCP) which means that many of our higher education courses are delivered in partnership with the University.
Students on these courses can access services and facilities both at the College and the main Teesside University campus. These include
information and advice, the careers service, library services, the Student Life building, Teesside University Students’ Union and disability services.
The partnership enables us to bring together teaching excellence and provide stimulating and challenging programmes, meeting the needs of the business community and responding to the economic and educational needs of the area.
All of our higher education courses which are delivered in partnership with Teesside University feature this icon: For details visit www.tees.ac.uk or contact the University on 01642 342171 or studentlife@tees.ac.uk
Studying one of our courses, delivered in partnership with Teesside University, will give you access to a wide range of student facilities at the University campus in Middlesbrough. This includes…
• The University’s £13.2m Student Life building. Providing help and support for student life outside of the classroom, it has a range of flexible learning spaces for individual and collaborative study.
• Access to the University library where you will find PCs on every floor and millions of learning resources, including print books, journals, ebooks, ejournals and databases.
• The chance to join the many clubs, societies and events taking place at
We have worked hard on developing our facilities with students in mind, so everyone can experience the best college has to offer during their time with us.
Whether it is a foundation degree at Bede Sixth Form College, HNC at Redcar and Cleveland College or an access course at Stockton Riverside College, we will provide you with dedicated HE spaces for study and breaks, as well as all the support needed to succeed. This includes higher education centres with a recent investment to upgrade the facilities at Stockton Riverside College, we now have dedicated spaces at both Redcar and Cleveland College and Stockton Riverside College for all students’ needs, from independent study to a warming
cuppa, you will be surrounded by like-minded adults, to network, or just have a friendly face around. Our higher education areas are equipped with comfortable seating for break time, purpose-built seating for meeting in groups, and up to date IT facilities.
Our annexe at Bede is a space where higher education students have access to social spaces, a media suite and learning resource centres.
All our higher education students can access our learning resource centres at Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College and Bede Sixth Form College. Each has an extensive range of learning materials to support your studies, along with a variety of ICT facilities. Our LRC (Learning Resource Centre) teams are also on hand to offer support.
We offer all students use of the virtual learning environment (VLE), helping you to communicate with tutors, as well as providing access to course materials. The VLE can be accessed both on campus and remotely, helping you to complete your studies, wherever you are.
As a student you will have access to our leisure facilities across all our sites, this includes refectories, a restaurant, hair and beauty salons and access to our sport and gym facilities.
We have our own dedicated sports centre at Bede Sixth Form College in Billingham. This includes a FIFA 1 standard, FA registered, flood-lit Astro pitch, a 10-metre-high climbing wall with cave features, a fitness suite with a full range of gym equipment and a four-court sports hall.
Our all-weather 3G football pitch at Redcar and Cleveland College was launched in July 2021 and is the ideal training facility for college students and the wider community!
Our sites have some of the most advanced technology to help meet the demands of your course. This includes enhanced ICT facilities and industrystandard equipment relevant to your field of study.
We want to ensure we are equipping our students with the skills employers need. Therefore, our learners will benefit from our investment in new state of the art engineering facilities at Redcar and Cleveland College, including...
A purpose-built programmable logic control (PLC) Room, including the latest software and hardware, enabling students to have hands-on experience in PLC programming, developing, and learning problem solving techniques.
A hydraulics and pneumatics training room, complete with design software and a range of training stations. This enables students to design, build and test pneumatics and hydraulic circuits, linking theory to practice.
We have enhanced our automation and process control area which now includes the Mitsubishi robotics, SCADA system and a dedicated manufacturing processing system.
Our CAD Room has also been updated with new PCs, the latest software and wide screens for enhanced display of CAD drawings.
Our new clean energy education hub at Redcar and Cleveland College will give you the opportunity to learn the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in the clean and renewable energy sector. The hub will help give you access to the facilities, knowledge and top class teaching you need to develop a career in a range of industries that will lead the energy transition.
We believe there’s no better way to celebrate your achievements than a graduation ceremony at the centre of the community. We love seeing our graduates celebrate in style with caps, gowns, live music and the chance to share their success with friends and family. You could be next!
“I really enjoyed my time studying at Redcar and Cleveland College. Throughout the five years I was a student, the support I received from my tutors was amazing and really ignited my passion for learning.”
“My time at Stockton Riverside College was truly amazing. The support and expertise of the staff enabled me to progress in my career, from Level 2 and 3 all the way to a degree! I’m now fulfilling my ambition of being a Primary School Teacher. Stockton Riverside College has shown me you’re never too old to chase your dream!”
You may be returning to your studies after a break or progressing onto the next level of your chosen study path, or even wanting to upskill in your current role. But navigating your next step can sometimes be challenging, so we have broken down our offering to help you find the right path to meet your goals.
Studying an access to HE programme would be ideal for someone who may have been out of education for some time, or may not have the traditional skills needed, but are wanting to progress onto university. Our access to HE courses provide the skills and knowledge needed for higher education.
Foundation degrees (FdA or FdSc) are heavily employment based and normally take two or three years of study. These courses offer opportunities for students from a range of backgrounds, including those with previous experience rather than conventional entry requirements.
Higher National Certificates (level 4) are designed to provide skills/ career-based qualifications. They also enable students to progress to honours degree programmes.
On completion of our foundation degrees, you can progress on to the final top-up award, which is a one-year programme that takes your qualification up to a full degree programme.
We offer a variety of routes into teaching in the post-16 sector. Practical placement experience is an essential component of this programme. We offer part-time routes, on an in-service basis.
UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) is the central organisation that processes student applications for full-time higher education courses. UCAS uses a tariff system, known as UCAS points, which converts a wide range of qualifications into points.
This means you can use a variety of qualifications to help secure your place on an undergraduate course. Use this guide to work out how many tariff points you have and whether you meet our entry requirements.
www.ucas.com/tariff
Some programmes are delivered at more than one site, in which case simply choose the location that is best for you. Some courses are delivered in partnership with Teesside University and will be indicated next to the course title.
Location:
Course Type: Access to Higher Education Diploma
Length: 1 year, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> Students will be considered on their individual merits although recent relevant learning at level 2 is advantageous
> All applicants will participate in an information session
> Following this, applicants will be asked to complete a literacy and numeracy test to determine if a place can be offered
Cost: £3022.00 (Correct at time of print)
The Access to Higher Education in Counselling Diploma, is a qualification which prepares people without traditional qualifications for study at university. If you would like to go to university but left school without the qualifications you need or you may not have been in education for several years, then an access to HE
course could be the course for you. There is no upperage limit for access to HE courses. Courses are parttime and students complete the course in one year.
You will study a range of level 2 and level 3 modules that will support in developing your academic writing skills and knowledge around subjects relevant to your field of study.
The diploma is made up of a series of units which are individually graded. These have previously been word processing for access, study skills, communication skills, psychology, counselling theory, professional skills and fundamental skills of counselling and, personal development within counselling. These are subject to change for the new academic year.
The production of an electronic portfolio of evidence is crucial. Assessment involves the writing of essays, reports, presentations, research and health promotion activities.
On successful completion of the access diploma students can apply to university for a place on an FdA in Counselling.
This is an introductory course to prepare you for higher education study, including degree level courses. Access courses aim to help you gain the skills you need for employment.
Location:
Course Type: Access to Higher Education Diploma
Length: 1 year, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> Students will be considered on their individual merits although recent relevant learning at level 2 is advantageous
> All applicants will participate in an information session
> Following this, applicants will be asked to complete a literacy and numeracy test to determine if a place can be offered
Cost: £3384.00 (Correct at time of print)
The Access to Higher Education in Health Diploma is a qualification which prepares people without traditional qualifications for study at university. If you would like to go to university but left school without the qualifications you need, then an access to HE course could be for you. There is no upper-age limit for access to HE courses.
You will study a range of level 2 and level 3 modules that will support in developing your academic writing skills and knowledge around subjects relevant to your field of study. These have previously been English and maths for level 2 and graded modules at level 3 in human biology, humans against disease, health promotion, professional skills, and project. These are subject to change for the new academic year.
Assessments involve the writing of academic essays, reports, electronic presentations using Stream and research relating to aspects of health and health promotion. All assessments will be required as evidence as you will produce an electronic portfolio of evidence.
WHAT’S NEXT?
On successful completion of the access diploma students can apply to university for a place on a range of health-related degrees or other higher education degree programmes. These include nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, dental nursing, physiotherapy and our Level 4 CERT HE in Health and Social Care.
Location:
Course Type: Access to Higher Education Diploma
Length: 1 year, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> Students will be considered on their individual merits although recent relevant learning at level 2 is advantageous
> All applicants will participate in an information session
> Following this, applicants will be asked to complete a literacy and numeracy test to determine if a place can be offered
Cost: £3022.00 (Correct at time of print)
The Access to Higher Education Diploma is a qualification which prepares people without traditional qualifications for study at university. If you would like to go to university but left school without the qualifications you need, then an access to HE course could be for you. There is no upper-age limit for access to HE courses, and these can be completed in one year, on a part-time basis.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
You will study a range of level 2 and level 3 modules that will support in developing your academic writing skills and knowledge around subjects relevant to your field of study. These have previously been English and maths for level 2 and graded modules at level 3 in history, psychology, English studies, contemporary care practice and project. These are subject to change for the new academic year.
Assessments involve the writing of academic essays, reports, electronic presentations using Stream and research required for assignments. All assessments will be required as evidence as you will produce an electronic portfolio of evidence.
On successful completion of the access diploma learners can apply to university for a place on a range of degrees or other higher education degree programmes. These include psychology, criminology, sociology, law, English, education and history.
Location:
Course Type: Access to Higher Education Diploma
Length: 1 year, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> Students will be considered on their individual merits although recent relevant learning at level 2 is advantageous
> All applicants will participate in an information session
> Following this, applicants will be asked to complete a literacy and numeracy test to determine if a place can be offered
Cost: £3384.00 (Correct at time of print)
The Access to Higher Education Diploma in Science is a qualification which prepares people without traditional qualifications for study at university. If you would like to go to university but left school without the qualifications you need, then an access to HE course could be for you. There is no upper-age limit for access to HE courses.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
You will study a range of level 2 and level 3 modules that will support in developing your academic writing skills and knowledge around subjects relevant to your field of study. These have previously been English and maths for level 2 and graded modules at level 3 in chemistry, biology, physics, higher maths, immunopathology, and project. These are subject to change for the new academic year.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
The production of an electronic portfolio of evidence is crucial. Assessment involves the writing of essays, reports, examinations, research and giving group and individual presentations.
WHAT’S NEXT?
On successful completion of the access diploma students can apply to university for a place on a range of related degrees or degree apprenticeships. These include midwifery, physiotherapy, radiography, forensic science, engineering, laboratory technician and more.
Location:
Course Type: Access to Higher Education Diploma
Length: 1 year, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> Students will be considered on their individual merits although recent relevant learning at level 2 is advantageous
> All applicants will participate in an information session
> Following this, applicants will be asked to complete a literacy and numeracy test to determine if a place can be offered
Cost: £3384.00 (Correct at time of print)
The Access to Higher Education in Social Care Diploma is a qualification which prepares people without traditional qualifications for study at university. If you would like to go to university but left school without the qualifications you need, then an access to HE course could be for you. There is no upper-age limit for access to HE courses.
You will study a range of level 2 and level 3 modules that will support in developing your academic writing skills and knowledge about subjects relevant to your field of study. These have previously been English and maths for level 2 and graded modules at level 3 in principles in social work practice, health promotion, professional practice, contemporary care practice and project. These are subject to change for the new academic year.
The production of an electronic portfolio of evidence is crucial. Assessment involves the writing of essays, reports, examinations, research and giving group and individual presentations.
Successful applicants apply to higher education for a place on a range of related degrees or degree apprenticeships. These include nursing, social work, social care, psychology and more. You can also continue your studies with us on the Cert HE Social Care course.
Graduate careers
• Air traffic controller
• Airport business development manager
• Senior marketing officer
• Airline customer service manager
• Airline operational safety evaluator
• Cabin crew
• Passenger service agent
Location:
Course Type: FdA
Length: 2 years, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> 40-48 tariff points
> Level 2 English and maths
> CVs/references/CPD Records/APL/AEPL will be assessed for non-traditional applicants who may have subject specific or related qualifications (that may not carry points on the UCAS tariff)
Cost: £6150.00 (Per year, correct at time of print)
Aviation and tourism are fast moving, dynamic and forward-thinking industries...and so are we. The philosophy of the course is to produce graduates who have developed a globally comprehensive knowledge of the aviation and tourism sectors with a robust interpretation of the concepts surrounding business resilience and sustainability. Developing underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for success/ enhancement in employment, future study or career flexibility and advancement are also features of the course.
Students can develop academic skills as well as industry skills that are reflective of current best practice
with industry engagement opportunities being as diverse as the students who enrol on the course.
Level 4 modules include structure and regulation of the aviation industry, marketing principles and practice in aviation and tourism, introduction to study and transferable skills, exploring health, safety and security in aviation, innovation and technology in aviation and tourism and, understanding sector customer service provision.
Level 5 modules include performance management and leadership in aviation and tourism, exploring tourism destination development, business economics and financial insight, professional development and employability planning, understanding research in aviation or tourism and contemporary issues in aviation.
Assessments include self-analysis reports, presentations, reflective journals, essays, timed assessments and planning documents.
Most recently graduates have secured employment both locally and nationally with leading sector organisations. Roles in aviation and tourism range from airport marketing, aviation security, air crew, executive travel and aviation training management.
You may also wish to further your studies and progress onto a top-up award or other appropriate top-up programmes with a further year of study.
Graduate careers
• Therapist
• Clinical psychologist
• Counsellor
• School counsellor
• Counselling referral administrator
Counselling courses are in partnership with Teesside University
Location:
Course Type: FdA
Length: 2 years, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> QCF Level 3 achievement (or equivalent) in counselling
> GCSE in English grade 4/C or above
> Satisfactory DBS check
> Written references from two sources to demonstrate appropriateness to undertake professional counselling training
> A commitment to 10 hours of personal therapy a year
> A voluntary placement consisting of 100 face-toface clinical hours
> Successful interview
Cost: £6150.00 (Per year, correct at time of print)
The objective of the study programme is to produce graduates who possess a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of counselling as well as a range of practical and professional and key transferable skills required for graduate employability and life-long learning.
Level 4 modules include person-centred theory and practice, developing skills for professional practice, foundations of personal and professional practice, cognitive behaviour therapy, counselling skills practice and, personal and professional development.
Level 5 modules include advanced counselling skills, professional development in practice, psychodynamic approaches, mental health and emotional wellbeing, professional development in practice, understanding research in counselling and counselling approaches and practice; working from an integrative perspective.
A variety of assessment methods are used to demonstrate learning such as referenced essays, individual and small group presentations, case reports, reflective commentaries and observer feedback.
WHAT’S NEXT?
You can progress onto the BA (Hons) Therapeutic Counselling, BSc (Hons) Psychology and Counselling or the CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory.
Location:
Course Type: BA (Hons), Top-Up
Length: 1 year, full-time
Entry Requirements:
> A NQF Level 5 Foundation Degree in Counselling or an equivalent qualification. Any candidate who has already completed research study as part of a different degree programme at level 5 or above and who has an NQF level 4 Diploma in Counselling may be considered.
> Written references from two sources. One of these should be an academic reference with the other being their clinical supervisor.
Cost: £9250.00 (Per year, correct at time of print)
The BA (Hons) Therapeutic Counselling provides qualified counsellors with the opportunity to top-up their existing professional diploma or foundation degree in counselling to a full honours degree. The programme aims to provide further development opportunities for counsellors through the acquisition of academic and professional skills to meet continuing professional development requirements. Students will acquire a sound theoretical framework related to a range of issues in professional practice.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
This qualification is for qualified counsellors who wish to gain a full honours degree in counselling. This degree is made up of five modules including: A therapeutic framework for working with diversity, client issues in therapeutic practice, counselling research, theory and practice of group counselling and a dissertation. Candidates are expected to be working with clients within a professional framework in order to apply their learning on this course.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
Using a variety of methods including; academic and reflective essays, presentations and the production of a dissertation.
WHAT’S NEXT?
You can progress onto the following: Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB), Counselling MA, PgDip, PgDip Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (APT) or MSc Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Graduate careers
• Family support worker
• Learning mentor
• Health play specialist
• Teaching assistant
• Nursery manager
• Early years teacher
Early Years courses are in partnership with Teesside University
Location:
Course Type: FdA
Length: 2 years, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> To access the programme individuals must be working (paid or voluntary for 150 hours per year) in an appropriate setting (for example a school, nursery, children’s centre, within special education needs) and have professional access to children under the age of eight for the duration of their studies
> Be 18 years or over by 31 December in their first year of study
> Have a level 3 qualification in a relevant area
> Have experience working in early years
> Undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check
Cost: £3960.00 (Correct at time of print)
This part-time programme is a foundation degree for early years’ practitioners working with children under the age of eight. You will be at least 18 and have experience of working with children in a variety of contexts and hold a level 3 childcare qualification (or equivalent). The foundation degree has been endorsed by SEFDEY.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Level 4 modules include traditional and contemporary theories, play and active learning, early years policy, and, personal and professional projects.
Level 5 modules include research in early years, influences on early learning, protecting children in the early years and, personal and professional projects.
AM I ASSESSED?
A variety of methods are used to demonstrate learning such as referenced essays, individual and small group presentations, case reports, reflective commentaries, and observer feedback.
After successful completion of the foundation degree, you can top-up to a full degree by completing the BA (Hons) Education and Training, delivered at both Stockton Riverside College and Redcar and Cleveland College.
Graduate careers
• Teacher
• Higher level teaching assistant
• Community education officer
• Learning mentor
Education and Training courses are in partnership with Teesside University
Location:
Course Type: BA (Hons)
Length: 1 year, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> For direct entry into the level 6 modules, entrants will be expected to have attained a foundation degree or equivalent credits (120 at level 4 and 120 at level 5) in a relevant and appropriate educational area. These entrants will follow a one-year programme
> Applicants who do not already have the level 5 credits but do have an appropriate teaching qualification at level 4 (worth 120 HE credits) such as a Certificate in Education: Education and Training or relevant equivalent, will enter at level 5 and follow a two-year programme. RPL and APEL will be considered via individual application
Cost: £4500.00 (Per year, correct at time of print)
The programme aims to help lecturers, mentors, teaching assistants and other workers in education develop their knowledge of educational practice and reflect on strategies for developing their professional practice.
Applicants must be in paid or unpaid employment in an educational practice for at least two to five hours per week.
Level 5 modules include reflective practice, personal and professional development, promoting positive behaviour, inclusive practice, exploring innovative learning and contextualising education.
Level 6 modules include planning research, individual practice project, comparative perspectives in education and contemporary issues in education.
The programme will be assessed through coursework. This will include essays, reports, case studies, research project and research critique.
Successful graduates may progress into a graduate teacher programme for teaching in primary, secondary or post-compulsory education or training settings. Graduates may also practice in a range of lifelong learning educational settings, such as FE colleges.
We also run BA (Hons) Education and Training - Supporting Teaching and Learning. You can choose to study a SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) module instead of comparative perspectives module to gain the SEND specialism. Contact us for more information.
Graduate careers
• Working with children who have SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)
• Learning mentor
• Teaching assistant
Location:
Course Type: FdA
Length: 2 years, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> You must have a level 3 qualification in a related subject specialist area
Cost: £3960.00 (Correct at time of print)
This foundation degree will develop your skills to enable you to effectively support children’s learning in schools and other educational settings.
It will be particularly beneficial for people who are working, or who wish to work, with children or young people to support teaching and learning, particularly those children and young people with special educational needs.
Level 4 modules include behaviour that challenges, exploring and planning learning, personal and professional development, personal and professional development portfolio and working with special educational needs and disabilities.
Level 5 modules include inclusive practice, professional development plan, professional development portfolio, research in supporting teaching and learning and safeguarding children and young people.
These modules may be subject to change for the new academic year.
This programme will be assessed through coursework. This will include essays, reports, case studies, research critique and, personal and professional development projects.
After successful completion of the foundation degree, you can top-up to a full degree by completing the BA (Hons) Education and Training, delivered at both Stockton Riverside College and Redcar and Cleveland College.
Location:
Course Type: Certificate in Education (Cert Ed) in Service
Length: 2 years, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> GCSE or standard equivalent in both English and maths grade 4/C or above
> Level 3 in your chosen specialist route
> Complete a pre-course literacy/numeracy assessment (if you do not hold a level 3 qualification)
> Hold a current Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate
> Confirmation of 250 teaching hours
> Confirmation of two mentors in your workplace. One must be a subject specialist and another as a key contact for your employment
> Significant access to teaching practice 1-2 days per week
> A degree (2.2 or above). The course is available for those already teaching in FE (Further Education) and hold a degree which will supersede the requirements for a level 3 in your chosen subject. CertEd is industry standard for those wanting to teach in FE. All teachers in FE must hold a CertEd to be able to teach
> Part time funding is limited, so you may need to selffund or have access to payment from an employer. This must be in place before the start of the course. You may consider asking your current employers about the Taking Teaching Further (TTF) which your employer may consider applying for to fund your course and subsidise any teaching you complete if reducing your current role to facilitate teaching 1-2 days per week
> A subject specific bursary is available at www.gov.uk and changes each academic year. Please note that the bursary is for ITE (Initial Teacher Education) and usually linked to English, maths, SEND, science, and engineering
Cost: £1980.00 (Per year, correct at time of print)
This course is a pre-service award for those who wish to teach in the post-compulsory education and training sector and specialise in the teaching of literacy or numeracy.
The qualification has been endorsed by the Standards Verification UK as meeting the national requirements for practitioners carrying out the full teaching role.
Learners will engage with four units (two in year one, and two in year two). These are, developing learning and teaching my subject, enhancing learning and teaching my subject and, professional practice 1 and 2, in year one and two, respectively.
You will be assessed through academic assignments, ten teaching practice observations and a reflective teaching practice portfolio. In theory units, you will engage with presentations and other traditional assessment types as well as taking part in blogs and podcasts to boost your sharing of best practice as well as some reflection of your progress with links to lesson planning, assessment and feedback.
After successful completion of this course you can progress onto the BA (Hons) Education Studies. This course is a continuing professional development award for teachers, working in the Lifelong Learning Sector. Completion of this award can contribute to the maintenance of Licence to Practice, Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills status.
Rebecca always had an interest in aviation and was keen to specifically follow this career pathway from the second she left school.
This was one of the reasons why the now 21-year-old, decided to study our Level 3 Aviation course here at Stockton Riverside College.
After achieving her level 3, Rebecca continued at Stockton Riverside to gain her FdA in Aviation and Tourism, before going on to study at Northumbria University, where she completed her topup degree in business and international management.
With a lot of pride, she said: “Achieving my wings after my initial training course at Jet 2 is one of my proudest achievements to date, along with graduating with a first-class degree!” With her wings intact, Rebecca successfully
gained employment with Jet 2 and is now working as short haul cabin crew, flying people on their holidays across Europe. She said: “Every day is so different, flying with different crew and meeting so many new passengers. It’s extremely hard work but also so rewarding getting to see a different country every day.”
We took Rebecca back to where it all began, when we asked her to reflect on her time at Stockton Riverside College. She said: “My favourite memories were when we had the opportunities to visit British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. I found it really inspiring as this was the type of environment, we would eventually be working in.” She added: “I loved my course as every day I learnt something new that I was truly interested in.”
When asked if she would recommend the college to others wishing to study aviation, Rebecca said: “Yes, definitely, the tutors all have industry experience and really want you to succeed.”
Graduate careers
• Chemical engineer
• Electrical engineer
• Instrumentation and control engineer
• Mechanical engineer
• Engineering technician
Engineering courses are in partnership with Teesside University
Location:
Course Type: HNC
Length: 2 years, part-time or 1 year, full-time
Entry Requirements:
> You will need a GCSE (grade 4/C or above) in English, Maths, Chemistry or Physics, plus either A level, BTEC ND, Access, IB
> You must have a level 3 qualification in a related subject specialist area
Cost: £4500.00 (Correct at time of print)
This course is developed for trainee technicians and engineers, designers and production personnel working in a manufacturing or process environment within the chemical industry. It develops key underpinning knowledge, skills and understanding associated with the chemical plant and process plant operations.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Level 4 modules include engineering mathematics, engineering design, engineering science, chemistry for chemical engineers, mass and energy balance, heat transfer and combustion, fluid mechanics and, managing a professional engineering project.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
You are required to complete two pieces of assessment in each module which can be in the form of written assignments, laboratory reports, time-constrained assessments and some vocation-specific modules include an end of unit examination.
WHAT’S NEXT?
You can progress towards a degree programme in chemical engineering, which is currently being offered at Teesside University.
We also offer apprenticeships in this area. Turn to page 54 to find out more.
Location:
Course Type: HNC
Length: 2 years, part-time or 1 year, full-time
Entry Requirements:
> You will require GCSE (grade 4/C or above) in English, Maths, Chemistry or Physics, plus either A level, BTEC ND, Access, IB
Cost: £4500.00 (Correct at time of print)
This is a course developed for trainee technicians and engineers, designers and production personnel working in a manufacturing or process environment within the electrical and electronic environment. It develops key underpinning knowledge, skills and understanding associated with the chemical plant and process plant operations. Recognised by the Institute of Electrical Engineers (IEE).
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Level 4 modules include engineering mathematics, engineering design, engineering science, electrical and electronic principles, managing a professional engineering project, digital and analogue devices and circuits, utilisation of electrical energy and programmable logic controllers.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
You are required to complete two pieces of assessment in each module which can be in the form of written assignments, laboratory reports, time-constrained assessments and some vocation-specific modules include an end of unit examination. The equipment you will work on is industry standard with practical applications, taught by lecturers with many years of industrial experience.
WHAT’S NEXT?
You can progress onto a degree programme at university.
Location:
Course Type: HNC
Length: 2 years, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> You will require GCSE (grade 4/C or above) in English, Maths, Chemistry or Physics, plus either A level, BTEC ND, Access, IB
Cost: £4500.00 (Correct at time of print)
This course develops key underpinning knowledge, skills and understanding associated with the chemical plant and process plant operations. Recognised by the Institute of Measurement and Control (IMC).
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Level 4 modules include engineering mathematics, engineering design, engineering science, managing a professional engineering project, electrical and electronic principles, control system principles, digital and analogue devices and circuits* and programmable logic controllers.*
*Please note that modules may vary.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
You are required to complete two pieces of assessment in each module, which can be in the form of written assignments; laboratory reports, time-constrained assessments and some vocation-specific modules include an end of unit examination. The equipment you will work on is industry standard with practical applications, taught by lecturers.
WHAT’S NEXT?
You can progress onto either a HND or degree programme in instrumentation and control engineering available at Teesside University.
Location:
Course Type: HNC
Length: 2 years, part-time or 1 year, full-time
Entry Requirements:
> You will require GCSE (grade 4/C or above) in English, Maths, Chemistry or Physics, plus either A level, BTEC ND, Access, IB
Cost: £4500.00 (Correct at time of print)
This is a course developed for trainee technicians and engineers, designers and production personnel working in a manufacturing or process environment within the mechanical engineering environment. It develops key underpinning knowledge, skills and understanding associated with the process and petro–chemical industries.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Level 4 modules include engineering mathematics, engineering design, engineering science, managing a professional engineering project, fundamentals of thermodynamics and heat engines, application of pneumatics and hydraulics,* fluid mechanics* and mechanical principles.*
*Please note that modules may vary.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
You are required to complete two pieces of assessment in each module which can be in the form of written assignments, laboratory reports, time constrained assessments and some vocation-specific modules include an end of unit examination.
WHAT’S NEXT?
You can progress onto either the HND Mechanical Engineering course at Redcar and Cleveland College or a degree programme at Teesside University.
Location:
Course Type: HNC
Length: 2 years, part-time
Entry Requirements:
> You will require GCSE (grade 4/C or above) in English, Maths, Chemistry or Physics, plus either A level, BTEC ND, Access, IB
Cost: £4500.00 (Correct at time of print)
This course has been developed for trainee technicians and engineers, designers and production personnel working in the renewable energy environment. It develops key underpinning knowledge, skills and understanding associated with working in the
renewable energy industry. This course is recognised by the Institute of Engineers.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Level 4 modules include engineering mathematics, engineering design, engineering science, electrical and electronic principles, mechanical principles managing a professional engineering project, programmable logic controllers, renewable energy, automation, thermodynamics, and hydraulics and pneumatics.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
You are required to complete two pieces of assessment in each module which can be in the form of written assignments, laboratory reports, time-constrained assessments and some vocation-specific modules include an end of unit examination. The equipment you will work on is industry standard with practical applications, taught by lecturers with many years of industrial experience.
WHAT’S NEXT?
You can progress onto a degree programme at Teesside University.
• Health service supervisor or manager
• Care manager
• Nursing associate
• Nurse practitioner
• Community support worker
• Social work practice
• Further study in higher education
Health and Social Care courses are in partnership with Teesside University
Location:
Course Type: Cert HE
Length: 1 year, full-time
Entry Requirements:
> Be 18 years old or over by 31 December in the first year of study
> Have a level 3 health and social care qualification
> Supported with GCSEs grade 4/C or above, or equivalent
> Functional or Key Skills Level 2 maths and English if not included in the above GCSE qualifications
> Have some experience working in the sector (desirable but experience will be gained through placement)
> Have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
> Attend an interview
Cost: £6150.00 (Correct at time of print)
This full-time programme is delivered over three days (including placement), and this is the first year of a foundation degree for health and social care practitioners.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Level 4 modules include introduction to study skills in health and social care, introduction to medicines management, reflective practice in health and social care, safeguarding vulnerable individuals, psychosocial context of care and contemporary care practice.
You will carry out 100 placement hours in a healthcare or social care setting. Students are responsible for arranging their own placements.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
The programme is assessed through coursework which includes essays, reports, case studies, presentations, and research reports.
WHAT’S NEXT?
You can progress onto a range of health and social care programmes determined by students’ own area of interest. This could include progression onto level 5 (second year of programme) or into university or employment.
Location:
Course Type: FdSc
Length: 2 years, full-time
Entry Requirements:
> Be 18 years old or over by 31 December in the first year of study
> Have a level 3 health and social care qualification
> Supported with GCSEs grade 4/C or above, or equivalent
> Functional or Key Skills Level 2 maths and English if not included in the above GCSE qualifications
> Have some experience working in the sector
> Have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
> Attend an interview
Cost: £6150.00 (Per year, correct at time of print)
This full-time programme is delivered over three days (including placement) and is a foundation degree for health and social care practitioners.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Level 5 modules include concepts and practice in health and social care, public health and wellbeing, understanding research in health and social care, supporting individuals with specific needs, professional development and employability in health and social care and service improvement in health and social care.
You will carry out 100 placement hours in a healthcare or social care related setting. Students are responsible for arranging their own placements. Placement is not part of the level 5 modules.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
The programme is assessed through coursework, which includes essays, reports, case studies, presentations, and research reports.
WHAT’S NEXT?
You can progress onto a range of health and social care programmes determined by students’ own area of interest. Progression on to the final year of the degree programme (Level 6 Top-Up) or employment within health and social care, particularly management roles or an associate practitioner.
Location:
Course Type: BSc (Hons) Top-Up
Length: 1 year, full-time
Entry Requirements:
> FdSc in Health, Wellbeing and Social Support or an equivalent qualification
> Any student who has already completed a research study as part of a different degree programme at level 5 or above may be considered for entry onto the programme
> All applicants will need to have equivalent of 240 credits - 120 at level 4 and 120 at level 5
> Due to the nature of the programme students will need to provide written references from two sources, one of these should be an academic reference with the other being their work-based mentor/supervisor to demonstrate their appropriateness to undertake and cope with the academic requirements
> Levels of maturity and commitment to the course and professional development will be evaluated from reference material and during the interview process
> Applicants will require an interview to secure a place on this programme
Cost: £9250.00 (Correct at time of print)
The BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care will provide you with the unique opportunity to engage with and learn about the wider concepts and developments within the health and social care sector considering recent legislative and social policy developments.
This is aimed at improving the existing provision, outcomes for service users and development of the health and social care workforce to the highest possible standards, including maximising personalisation and key quality care concepts.
The degree is made up of five modules which include research in health and social care, policy and practice in health and social care, leadership and management in health and social care improving health and wellbeing in communities, and individual practice project. Candidates are expected to be working with clients or have experience of working within a professional framework to apply their learning on this course.
Using a variety of methods including: academic and reflective essays, presentations, and the production of a dissertation.
You can progress into employment within the health and social care sector. Roles include health service manager, health practitioner and social care manager. You can also go on to study a Master’s programme.
Alternatively, if you would like to go into teaching you can study the PGCE Teaching in Education and Training. You could also go on to the NHS Graduate Management Training Scheme.
We also offer apprenticeships in this area. Turn to page 54 to find out more.
Angela explores the world after accessing higher education at Redcar and Cleveland College.
After visiting the College for an open event, Ang took the leap back into education as an adult with an Access to Higher Education Diploma in Health.
“If it wasn’t for the support I received during my time at Redcar and Cleveland College, I do not believe I would be where I am now. I had so much support and encouragement from my tutors from day one, and it’s a very well taught subject. I’m really glad I made the decision to return to study. I felt I belonged there, the environment and classrooms were appropriate for mature students, and I was surrounded by like-minded people.”
Angela has gone onto study paramedic science at university thanks to her time at Redcar and Cleveland College.
“For the third year of my paramedic course, I completed a five-week placement. This was self-funded, to explore more of different practices to go into. I had the opportunity to experience how other countries practice medicine in Vietnam, where facilities and treatments are often more limited. The day after I returned, I interviewed for the North East Ambulance Service (NEAS), where I was successful in securing a role. I’m looking forward to getting on the roads as a qualified paramedic very soon. My journey started at Redcar and Cleveland College as an adult and motivated me to continue to where I am today.”
As a team, we focus our efforts on providing impactful training solutions, co-created with you and our sector specialists to ensure skills gaps are identified and closed. We are a collaborative team and that means we can be agile in our approach, providing flexible and cost-effective provision, delivered where you need it, with a promise of consistent high quality – which will support the building of effective, long-term relationships.
It is our day job to provide the teaching and training to develop your workforce and enable colleagues to gain their qualifications, but we are much more than that. Working with Innersummit is about supporting your team to acquire the skills they need to enhance a current role or work towards a promotion. We will ensure training is relevant to job roles and that learners come away from sessions with greater personal development in addition to their qualification.
Our mission
Innersummit is a leading provider of employer focused training solutions that empower individuals and organisations to achieve their full potential. We offer a wide range of highquality courses, that are designed and delivered by sector specialists to address skills gaps and enhance performance.
Impactful employer focused training solutions
We work with employers to design tailored programmes based on identified skill gaps.
Delivered by sector specialists
Our staff have a wealth of industry experience and are always on-hand to help.
Flexible cost-effective portfolio
There are a range of courses allowing employers to access different funding options and flexible payment methods available.
High-quality courses
We’re proud to offer courses that go beyond just gaining a qualification, allowing trainees to acquire the skills that are needed to enhance a current role or work towards a promotion.
Long lasting partnerships with employers
We regularly meet with employers to ensure strong collaboration and provide networking opportunities.
Courses on offer:
Law and legal services qualifications
Law and Practice (FdA) Career focused law degree
• CILEx Certificate in Legal Practice
• CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ)
* Foundation Stage
* Advanced Stage
* Advanced Stage - Graduate Route
* Professional Stage Management and leadership qualifications
• CMI Level 3 Management and Leadership
• CMI Level 5 Management and Leadership
And a range of apprenticeships too!
Graduate careers
• Legal administrator
• Paralegal
• Conveyancing practitioner
• Probate practitioner
• Chartered legal executive
Location:
Course Type: FdA
Length: 2 years, full-time
Entry Requirements:
> 40-48 UCAS points from a relevant level 3 qualification
> A minimum grade 4/C in GCSE English and maths or equivalent
Cost: £6150.00 (Per year, correct at time of print)
The FdA in Law and Practice is designed to provide learners with a solid foundation in law and legal services within the English Legal System. Graduates will develop skills which are necessary to deal with current legal issues in a practical way across a wide variety of legal areas including, but not limited to, criminal law and litigation, contract, tort and civil litigation and land law and conveyancing. The course has been designed with flexibility in mind, allowing potential graduates to continue with their study programme by topping up to complete the full LLB Hons. There will also be opportunities for learners to become members of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives and complete
a professional paralegal qualification alongside their degree, increasing the employability skills of our graduates.
The FdA in Law and Practice will consist of a variety of modules including legal foundations, tort law, criminal law, land law and more. Learners will also embark on practical modules such as criminal litigation, civil litigation and conveyancing where they will apply the relevant areas of law in a practical manner. Learners will also complete modules relating to practical legal skills, such as client care, legal research, mooting and debating. In your second year, learners will be able to choose optional modules which include wills and probate and family law and practice.
You will be assessed by a mixture of external examinations and written coursework. You will sit exams in January and June in any one academic year.
Graduates will be able to top up at Teesside University to complete their LLB (Hons) in Law to achieve their qualifying law degree.
Those learners who wish to go straight in to practice may wish to top up on our CILEX Professional Qualification (CPQ) or apply for a higher-level legal apprenticeship.
We also offer apprenticeships in this area. Turn to page 54 to find out more.
• Actor
• Singer
• Dancer
• Theatre technician
Performing Arts courses are in partnership with Teesside University
Location:
Course Type: FdA
Length: 2 years, full-time
Entry Requirements:
> 96 UCAS tariff points
> Appropriate level 3 qualification
> Appropriate training through work
> A satisfactory audition/interview
Cost: £6150.00 (Per year, correct at time of print)
On the FdA Musical Theatre, students will develop skills in jazz, ballet, acting, acting through song, acting for camera and contextual studies, as well as becoming part of the SRCMTEnsemble, taking part in two performances across the course of the year, ending with a spectacular musical as part of the HEFest. You will learn to develop performance skills alongside growing your creative practice and taking on a production role within the SRCMTEnsemble.
This programme has a 80/20 practical/academic ratio. This course, developed in partnership with Teesside University, will utilise local theatres including ARC in Stockton, the Forum in Billingham and the newly renovated Town Hall in Middlesbrough.
Level 4 modules include musical theatre in context, singing techniques, vocal anatomy and performance, acting techniques and performance, dance techniques and work ready experience.
Level 5 modules include singing techniques, music theory and performance, further acting techniques and performance, acting for camera, further dance and work ready experience.
You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including essays, reports, presentations and performance observations. Each assessment is carefully designed to give you the necessary tools to succeed.
You could progress onto a programme at another university, drama school or conservatoire.
Location:
Course Type: UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma
Length: 1 year, full-time
Entry Requirements:
> Requirements vary depending on your chosen pathway. Please enquire for more details
Cost: £4670.00 (Correct at time of print)
Within our Academy of Performance and Technical Arts (APTA) we strive to create interesting, diverse, relevant, and current performance opportunities for all students. The course will provide opportunities for students to be multi-skilled in all areas of performing arts, in line with current industry standards.
You will learn from highly trained teachers and often, current industry standard professionals across all genres, whilst benefiting from collaborative projects across the APTA department. You may also work alongside or perform at professional venues, including Stockton Globe and ARC.
Unit 1 – Applied Professional Practice
Unit 2 – Specialist Performance Practice
Unit 3 – Specialist Performance Project
There are three pathways to this programme:
Pathway 1 – Performing Arts (acting, dance, musical theatre)
Students will have lessons in singing, acting, dance, acting for camera, academic skills and audition prep.
They will then choose a further performance study pathway to create performance material (acting for stage and screen, dance or musical theatre).
Pathway 2 – Production Arts (makeup, lighting, sound, stage management)
Students will have lessons in academic skills and industry preparation.
They will work alongside the technicians at ARC Theatre, Stockton Globe, Billingham Forum Theatre and Stockton Borough Council’s Events Team to gain industry experience.
Pathway 3 – Film and TV
Students will have lessons in acting for camera, producing, directing, camera and lighting operation, editing and film production.
They will then develop freelance skills and create their own material.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
Assessment will include performance material, online written packages and evaluation.
WHAT’S NEXT?
On completion of this course students could apply for a higher education course at a university, conservatoire or stage schools.
“I chose to study at Redcar and Cleveland College because of their links with Teesside University. I liked the option of part-time study, so I could work and study comfortably. The classes are smaller, which meant there was more opportunity to speak to my tutor, and the environment in class was very supportive of one another. I’ve built many positive relationships since studying at Redcar and Cleveland College, and I can’t wait to see where I’ll go next.”
“Stockton Riverside College offered me the perfect stepping stone into my midwifery degree. I was able to better myself on this course, and still be on my way to my future without being out of education. I’ve made the best friends during my time here, and even gained volunteering experience to help my knowledge. I am most proud of the option I chose to study alongside having five young children, I can be a mum and work to be a qualified midwife.”
A higher apprenticeship is a great way to get into higher education while still working in the industry and developing your skills and knowledge. Our higher apprenticeships vary from level 4 to level 6.
Much like our level 2 and 3 apprenticeships, our higher apprenticeships will give you the skills you need to excel in your chosen field whilst providing real world work experience. If you have A levels or a level 3 vocational course
• You’ll spend most of the week at work (a minimum of 30 hours) developing your skills, competency and being assessed
• You’ll also spend time attending college or training at work
• From August 2020 to January 2021, 51,400 people started a higher apprenticeship, with 35,100 of these being aged 25 or over*
• Higher apprentices could earn £150,000 more on average over their lifetime**
• After completing your apprenticeship, 77% of apprentices stay with the same employer, 46% received a pay rise and 36% reported getting a promotion**
* Statistics from commonslibrary. parliament.uk.
**Statistics from GOV.UK.
or apprenticeship qualifications you may be considered for a higher apprenticeship.
We currently offer the following higher apprenticeships:
• Care leadership and management
• Engineering
• Health assistant practitioner
• Management and Leadership
• Level 6 Chartered Legal Executive Apprenticeship
• Level 7 CILEX Litigator and Advocate Apprenticeship
• You won’t need to pay tuition fees as an apprentice, your employer and the government will cover the costs
• You will earn a living whilst developing your skills
• You will be well placed in the job market with skills that are directly relevant to your chosen career path
For more information about higher apprenticeships, please contact our Business Development Unit on business@ the-etc.ac.uk or call 01642 865 577
English and Maths
Location:
Course Type: GCSE
Length: 1 year, part-time at 2 hours per week
September-June
Entry Requirements:
> Two final examinations in May and June
Cost: Free - Advanced Learner Loan (see page 60)
Do you have an interest in reading and writing and would like to develop your skills whilst gaining a nationally recognised qualification? Perhaps you are furthering your education or career, and GCSE English is an essential requirement for your next step. Or maybe you want to develop confidence to enable you to support children and grandchildren in their studies. GCSE English could be the course for you!
Study an exciting range of both fiction and non-fiction texts to develop the skills required when analysing unseen texts. Analyse the use of language and structure for a range of purposes across a range of activities. You will also develop your creative writing skills both for narrative and non-fiction writing.
The course also includes the study of spoken language with an opportunity to develop vital presentation skills.
There is a mixture of continuous assessment methods throughout the year, including two mock exams, in addition to the final exams that are planned for June.
WHAT’S NEXT?
GCSE English is required in many professions such as teaching or nursing. It can also be a good foundation for those wanting to move on to an Access to Higher Education course.
Location:
Course Type: GCSE Online
Length: 1 year, part-time at 2 hours per week
September-June
Entry Requirements:
> Two final examinations in May and June
Cost: Free - Advanced Learner Loan (see page 60)
Are you self-disciplined and enjoy using technology to help you learn? Our unique online delivery of GCSE English could be for you. Online tutorials, personal email tuition and videos will support your exploration of the English language. With no classroom-based teaching, you will be required to demonstrate a strong starting point in your initial assessment. There is still a requirement to sit the formal assessments in college.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Study both fiction and non-fiction texts to develop the skills required when analysing unseen texts. Analyse the use of language and structure for a range of purposes across a range of activities. You will also develop writing skills both for narrative and non-fiction writing.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
You will belong to an online class and will have your own tutor who gives you help and support throughout the course. Each week you receive an email or Microsoft Teams update which explains what work needs to be done that week. You will submit your work to your tutor who marks it and gives detailed advice and feedback. You will then be assessed in two final examination papers in June.
GCSE English is required in many professions such as teaching or nursing. It can also be a good foundation for those wanting to move on to an Access to Higher Education course.
Location:
Course Type: Functional Skills
Length: 1 year, part-time at 2 hours per week
Entry Requirements:
> Assessments in each of the skill areas taken throughout the year
Cost: Free - Advanced Learner Loan (see page 60)
Studying Functional Skills is a great way to build confidence, improve skills and give you essential English skills for everyday life and work. We have experienced tutors who can support you no matter what level you are already at. You may be a complete beginner or just want to refresh your memory and gain an up to date, nationally recognised, qualification. We can support you.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
On Functional English you can learn to write in different styles using different formats, brush up on your basics (spelling, grammar and punctuation), improve your reading skills and learn how to communicate confidently and effectively, both spoken and written. We provide opportunities to develop employability skills and ensure you feel as confident as you can with your literacy skills.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
You will complete tasks within your classes that will allow your tutor to assess your progress. You will have regular reviews with your tutor to discuss this. When you are confident and ready, you will complete an exam to gain your qualification.
WHAT’S NEXT?
On completion of the level 2 course you could apply for a vocational course, an Access course or GCSE English. The qualification at level 2 is accepted by most employers and education providers.
Location:
Course Type: GCSE
Length: 1 year, part-time at 2 hours per week
September-June
Entry Requirements:
> Three final examinations at the end of May/early June
Cost: Free - Advanced Learner Loan (see page 60)
Do you have an interest in maths and would like to develop your skills whilst gaining a nationally recognised qualification? Perhaps you are furthering your education or career and GCSE Maths is an essential requirement for your next step. Or maybe you want to develop confidence to enable you to support children and grandchildren in their studies. GCSE Maths could be the course for you!
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Our tutors adopt a range of teaching methods to suit an individual’s needs as they build confidence around the GCSE Maths curriculum. You will study a programme that encompasses the whole of the maths curriculum this will include: number, algebra, ratio, geometry, measures, statistics and probability. Your learning will be targeted to your starting point following diagnostic assessments.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
There are three final examinations at the end of May and/or early June.
WHAT’S NEXT?
GCSE Maths is required in many professions such as teaching or nursing. It can also be a good foundation for those hoping to study Access to Higher Education.
Location:
Course Type: GCSE (Online)
Length: 1 year, part-time at 2 hours per week September-June
Entry Requirements:
> Three final examinations in June
Cost: Free - Advanced Learner Loan (see page 60)
Are you determined, self-disciplined and confident using online learning tools? Our unique GCSE Maths delivery option is perfect for those students with a strong knowledge of ‘basic’ maths skills but who cannot attend a weekly session. Online delivery is an exciting way to learn and gain a GCSE qualification to support you taking the next steps in your education, career or everyday life.
You will be assigned an online tutor who will be in touch with you on a weekly basis to provide tuition on a range of topics including: number, algebra, ratio, geometry, measures, statistics, and probability.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
You will belong to an online class and will have your own tutor who gives you help and support throughout the course. Each week you receive an email or Microsoft Teams update which explains what work needs to be done that week. You will submit your work to your tutor who marks it and gives detailed advice and feedback. You will then be assessed in three final examination papers in May and June.
WHAT’S NEXT?
GCSE Maths is required in many professions such as teaching or nursing. It can be a good foundation for those wanting to study Access to Higher Education.
Location:
Course Type: Functional skills
Length: 1 year, part-time at 2 hours per week
Entry Requirements:
> Assessments in each of the skill areas taken throughout the year
Cost: Free - Advanced Learner Loan (see page 60)
Functional skills are a great way to build confidence, improve skills and can prepare you for GCSE. We have experienced tutors who can support you no matter what level you are already at. You may be a complete beginner or just want to refresh your memory and gain an up to date, nationally recognised, qualification.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
On Functional Maths you can brush up on your everyday maths skills such as managing money, calculating and measuring, reading and analysing information and working with fractions, decimals and percentages confidently.
HOW AM I ASSESSED?
You will complete tasks within your classes that will allow your tutor to assess your progress. You will have regular reviews with your tutor to discuss this. When you are confident and ready, you will complete an exam to gain your qualification.
WHAT’S NEXT?
On completion of the level 2 course you could apply for a vocational course, an Access course, GCSE Maths or a level 3 maths course. The qualification at level 2 is accepted by most employers and education providers.
If you are paying for your course, the College can arrange for an upfront payment in full or set up a payment plan.
Advanced Learner Loan
If you are planning to study a level 3-6 further education course or Access to Higher Education programme and you are aged 19+ you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. Students can apply for a loan to meet the upfront costs of their qualification, which will be paid directly to the College on their behalf.
Repayments only start when earning an annual salary of £25,000* or more. If the loan is for an Access to Higher Education programme and you subsequently go on to successfully complete a higher education course, you won’t have to pay back your Advanced Learner Loan.
For further information and eligibility criteria, visit the Student Loans website: www.gov.uk/ advanced-learner-loan
Part-time Student Finance
Part-time students undertaking designated higher education courses may be eligible to take out a yearly tuition fee loan from Student Finance England.
Your course will be free at the point of entry and you only make repayments if you are
earning over £25,000* per year once you have completed your course.
The courses in this guide designated for tuition fees are First Degrees, Foundation Degrees and Higher National Certificates. The amount of fee loan a student can apply for cannot exceed the fee charged by the university.
For further information and eligibility criteria visit: www.gov.uk/student-finance
If you are studying for a Teesside University award
You may be eligible for a student loan from the Student Loan Company (SLC) to cover the cost of fees. Students on full-time programmes can also apply to the SLC for a maintenance loan to help with your living costs. You will only start repaying your tuition fee and maintenance loans once you’ve left your course and your income is over £25,000* per year. Further details regarding student loans and funding can be accessed via: www.gov.uk/student-finance
For more details or if you have any queries visit www.tees.ac.uk/funding or contact
Teesside University on 01642 342 297 or email: studentfinance@tees.ac.uk
*Correct at time of going to print.**Repayment information is available to view online at https:// media.slc.co.uk/sfe/quickstartfinanceguide/ repayment.html
Take a look at the table to see some examples of what you might repay based on the current threshold of £25,000* a year.
Paying for your course
All our courses have an attached fee. You have a number of payment options including:
• Paying for the course yourself
• Applying for a student loan
£25,500 £3.78
£28,000 £22.53
£31,000
£45.03
Access course opened a world of new opportunities for Dominic.
Dom started his future in microbiology with an access course at Redcar and Cleveland College, and now he’s researching microscopic organisms. Having transformed his own career as an adult student, his ambition is now to inspire a new generation of scientists.
Having previously worked in a host of different jobs from Hollywood Bowl to Carphone Warehouse, a stint in pub management and running his own business, it was at 34 that Dominic decided to return to college looking for a career he felt passionate about.
“With a handful of 20-year-old GCSEs, I never believed I could be something like
a scientist,” he said. But his teachers’ enthusiasm for their subject at college gave him, as an adult student, not just the qualification and knowledge, but also a new perspective on teaching and learning.
When it comes to teaching his own students, the team at Redcar and Cleveland College are an inspiration. He said: “The supportive teaching the tutors gave really made learning fun and their passion for the subjects was clear to see. I will always say it was this course that gave me the passion for learning and a bedrock for which I base my teaching today.”
Looking at how his life has changed, he added: “Having the honour of being a lecturer in microbiology at Teesside University, I can now carry on my own research, and I hope to inspire others.”
When it comes to choosing the right course, our experts are here to help you. Speak to a member of our Admissions Team for course details, advice about progression routes, fees and student repayment and loan opportunities.
Whether you have chosen your future career or not, our highly qualified and experienced careers coordinator can help you plan the route to your success. We will support you to make informed decisions about your future, help raise your aspirations and reach your full potential. The college has the Matrix Standard accreditation which confirms the outstanding, comprehensive advice and guidance delivered by our team.
We are here for you, all year round. We offer impartial information, advice, and guidance on:
• Education
• Training
• Careers
• Job search
• Higher education
• Technical qualifications
• Apprenticeships
Our careers advice is based on an embedded programme of careers, education and guidance which meets the Gatsby Good Career Guidance Benchmarks. These benchmarks ensure you have access to quality careers guidance, together with experience of the workplace, encounters with employers and current labour market information. This in turn ensures you can make informed decisions about your future career plans. Those studying one of our Teesside University partnership courses can also access the University’s careers services at: www.tees.ac.uk/studentfutures
These are skills that we take for granted, but we all use English and maths every day, often without thinking about it. That is why we believe it is important all our students have a good grasp of the basics. We offer a range of parttime GCSE English, maths, and functional skills courses to help you build these essential skills that all employers are looking for. We can help you make the grade!
We want you to enjoy your time with us and feel safe and supported at all times.
We have teams dedicated to your wellbeing across all of our sites. If you need advice, guidance or support, for any issues which are worrying you, talk to a member of our team. We are committed to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our students and staff. We have signed up, and are committed to, the Association of Colleges’ Mental Health and Wellbeing Charter.
We prioritise your safety at all times. We have a safeguarding and welfare team at all of our sites. We can offer advice, support and ensure that help can be sought from external agencies to enable the best outcomes for our students’ safety. If you should feel unsafe or feel you need to access support, we are here to make sure you are heard and safe at all times.
We value the diversity of our college communities, and we are committed to inclusion for all in everything we do. We ensure that all of our students receive the same provision and access to our services. We encourage a culture of respect and commit to tackling prejudice at all levels. By encouraging students and staff to share their own experiences, we aim to promote mutual understanding.
Our Learning Support Services team can provide support to students who are visually impaired, hearing impaired, those with mobility issues, dyslexia, autism or any learning or physical difficulty and/or disability. Students can choose to have their support provided by the College. Teesside University has a team of disability advisers who can provide information, advice and guidance regarding support and choice of provider.
To find out more visit: www.tees.ac.uk/ studentlife
Students studying a course leading to a Teesside University award can access the University’s full range of student support services, this includes help with applications, admissions, finance, careers and counselling.
This is available at: www.tees.ac.uk/studentlife
Did you know?
Redcar and Cleveland College is proud to be a certified Dementia Friendly college.
For higher education courses please visit the college website, select your chosen course and click ‘Apply Now’. You will be directed to Teesside University’s website to complete your application via the UCAS online system.
If you’re looking for an access course please complete the application form on the college website.
For higher education courses your application and enrolment process will go directly through UCAS and you will be advised on your offer from the college.
For access courses after we have received your application, you will be invited for an interview. To help guide you to the appropriate level of learning we will assess your current skill levels, previous qualifications and experience. Please note, for some courses you will need to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Following your interview, we will let you know whether you have a conditional or unconditional offer.
We will provide you with further details on how, when and where to enrol. We look forward to welcoming you on campus.
Bede Sixth Form College: 01642 373 250
Redcar and Cleveland College: 01642 473 132
Stockton Riverside College: 01642 865 400
Bede Sixth Form College: 01642 865 566
Redcar and Cleveland College: 01642 777 233
Stockton Riverside College: 01642 865 566
Redcar and Cleveland College: 01642 777 227
Stockton Riverside College: 01642 631 337
Bede Sixth Form College, Redcar and Cleveland College and Stockton Riverside College: 01642 631 327
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