WELCOME TO THE SKILLS ACADEMY
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Your offer explained If you’re reading this it means you are ready to start your journey at The Skills Academy! So what happens now? We will take you through step by step...
Conditional offer This means you have been accepted to study here at The Skills Academy providing you achieve the required course entry requirements. If you don’t achieve these grades, don’t worry! Speak to our information team, who will chat to you about your options.
WHAT’S NEXT? Transition Days On Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd July 2024 you will be invited to spend time getting to know your new class mates and tutors at The Skills Academy. You will also take part in some exciting practical sessions and get a feel for college life in our small and friendly environment.
Enrolment Enrolment for new students will begin in August 2024. You will be sent a letter confirming a date and time for you to attend the college to enrol.
JULIA FEELS SETTLED AT THE SKILLS ACADEMY I came to England from Latvia when I was seven and I have always lacked confidence when it came to learning and meeting new people. The Skills Academy really supported me and helped to boost my self confidence which will be important for me when it comes to achieving my future goals.
Next Steps: Julia is exploring options for college and full-time work with the ambition of becoming a full-time model.
JAMES GETS THE SKILLS HE NEEDS FOR HIS APPRENTICESHIP I really enjoyed my construction course, it has given me the skills I need to progress on to my electrical apprenticeship. We also had a really good career talk with a local electrical company which I found really useful.
Next Steps: James has secured an electrical apprenticeship.
Did you know you can apply to receive financial support during your studies with The Skills Academy! Closer to the summer months, you will be invited to fill out a bursary application to determine if you are eligible. A member of our support team will be back in touch once bursary applications open for September 2024. This is usually around the month of July.
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Depending on your age, personal circumstances, and course you could be awarded: • FREE* meals • Discount* on equipment and uniforms which may be required as part of your course • FREE* Childcare which is provided by an Ofsted recognised provider and so much more!
How to contact us: Speak to a member of staff at The Skills Academy.
Email: studentfinance@the-etc.ac.uk
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Apply online through the College website using the following link: https://apply.the-etc. ac.uk/bursary/
You will need to first enter your student number and date of birth. When entering your student number, please replace the 0 at the start of the number for a capital B. Please note: If you have not yet enrolled at College and do not have a student number, you will need to wait until you are given one by our Admissions team.
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Please provide valid bank details when applying, as this will help us to speed up any payments due. If you don’t have an account we can use a guardian/parent in the short term.
Make sure your personal details are correct and press Continue to proceed through the application, making sure you answer all questions.
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Provide income/benefits evidence by following the instructions on the screen. Please note: You can choose to submit an application without financial evidence, however this will not be fully assessed.
To complete your application please read the declaration and sign with your name at the end, then press Continue. You will receive a thank you message at the end.
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to apply...
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A member of the Bursary team will assess your application (or request further information) within 10 working days. Please wait to be contacted by email or letter.
TRAVEL... Bus
The Skills Academy is well served by a number of local bus routes. For more information on local bus routes and times visit www.connectteesvalley.com and www.travelline.info.
Train
Our nearest station is Billingham, which receives from Middlesbrough and Newcastle. The College is just a 15 minute walk from the station. For information about train times and fares visit: www.nationalrail.co.uk.
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FREE BUS TRAVEL
Did you know that we offer FREE TRAVEL* to the College? You can sort your travel before you start college by applying for student finance on our website. We will provide you with a link in July to apply for your free travel pass online. The Skills Academy is a great location, close to Billingham town centre and Billingham train station, linking you to all of Teesside. *To find out eligibility, terms and conditions please contact the team. Subject to change.
STILL UNSURE ABOUT YOUR OPTIONS? WANT TO CHAT ABOUT CHANGING YOUR COURSE? There’s lots of ways to get in touch! Give our friendly admissions team a call on 01642 865 566. Attend one of our upcoming open events to speak with the team and our curriculum directly! For more information visit: www.skillsacademybillingham. ac.uk/open-events Pop along anytime to the Student Support and Wellbeing Hub, located in Stockton Riverside College reception for friendly, one-to-one advice. Or you are welcome to contact our amazing careers team with queries regarding careers and your subject choice at careers@the-etc.ac.uk or call 01642 373 250.
USEFUL CONTACTS The Skills Academy Reception
Welfare and Safeguarding Officer
01642 607 464
safe@the-etc.ac.uk
Admissions Team
Student Bursary
01642 865 566
studentfinance@ the-etc.ac.uk
Part of the Education Training Collective. The Education Training Collective (Etc.) is a group of vibrant colleges and training providers offering high quality educational opportunities. Incorporating Bede Sixth Form College, NETA Training, Redcar & Cleveland College, Stockton Riverside College and The Skills
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Academy, the Etc. delivers a full range of courses, training and apprenticeship opportunities to learners aged 14 to adult, as well as professional and commercial courses. We aim to create greater opportunities for all of our students and communities by equipping people with the skills to help them in to employment, raise aspirations and meet the economic demands of the region.
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The Skills Academy Tel: 01642 607 464 Email: tracey.laycock@stockton.ac.uk www.skillsacademybillingham.ac.uk Marsh House Avenue Billingham Stockton-on-Tees TS23 3ET