Grantham College Combined Course Guide by Grantham College

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PART-TIME 2015/16

FULL-TIME 2016/17 HIGHER EDUCATION 2016/17

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INFORMATION & GUIDANCE 4 Welcome to Grantham College 6 College Open Events 8 Life at Grantham College 12 Focus on BTECs 14 Qualifications Guide 16 Destinations 18 Sports Academies 20 Earn While You Learn 22 Awards Ceremony 24 Skills for Life 26 Follow Us on Social Media OTHER INFORMATION 98 124 126 127 128 129 130

Course Listings Things You Need to Know Little Gems Day Break R&R Salons Apple Tree Restaurant Refectory at Grantham College

OUR COURSES 28 AS & A Levels 30 Access to Higher Education 32 Animal Care 34 Art & Design 36 Graphic Design 38 Media 40 Performing Arts & Technical Theatre 42 Automotive 44 Engineering 46 Construction 48 Business 50 Computing 52 Science 54 Early Years 56 Health & Social Care 58 Future Routes 60 Learning Development 64 Beauty Therapy 66 Hairdressing 68 Hospitality & Catering 70 Travel & Tourism 72 Languages 74 Sport 76 Table Tennis Academy 78 Football Development Centre 80 Public Services 82 Teacher Education 84 GCSE 86 Functional Skills 88 ESOL 90 Employer Training 92 Apprenticeships 96 Higher Education Contact Us Stonebridge Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 9AP (T) 01476 400200

Welcome ToGranTham College If you are joining us from school you should relish the opportunity to be responsible for your own time and the way you study. For mature students, college offers new challenges, opportunities and directions.

SUSTAINED SUPPORT While we aim to instil confidence and independence, you are never on your own at Grantham College. Every student is assigned a Student Mentor with whom you can discuss your studies or share personal matters. The College Careers Adviser and We are continually investing in Information, Advice, Guidance new courses and facilities to meet & Enrolment Team are on hand diverse needs so that our provision should you need advice, while our and reputation attract not only local experienced Student Support Team is students, but those from elsewhere always available to offer guidance in the UK and increasing numbers of on other aspects of student life. overseas students. WORK EXPERIENCE More than 1,300 students now study Grantham College offers the Full-Time at Grantham College chance to apply your studies to real on a variety of Further and Higher life via exciting work experience Education courses, with hundreds opportunities. Hospitality & Catering more enrolling on a Part-Time basis. students train in the live public environment of the college’s Apple Whatever your age or Tree Restaurant. Public Service circumstances, Grantham College is students share training and facilities your chance to fulfil your potential. with the Army and Navy.

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STUDENT VOLUNTEERS Throughout the year, Grantham College students are involved in a variety of volunteering opportunities which not only add to their CVs, but also help to build strong links with the community. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Students have the opportunity to be exposed to other cultures thanks to our growing international associations. We regularly welcome students from the Far East, while Hungarian, Polish and Swedish students join us on work experience. NATIONAL UNION OF STUDENTS As a student at Grantham College you can join the NUS and take advantage of their support and benefits. For £12 an NUS Extra card offers discounts with high street stores, local taxis and much more. RAISING THE PARTICIPATION AGE Raising the Participation Age (RPA) is a government policy which sets out a requirement for young people to continue in learning or training until the age of 18. RPA does not necessarily mean staying at school; there is a choice about how young people continue in learning and training. They are able to choose from: • Full-time education, such as school or college • An Apprenticeship • Part-time education or training if employed, self-employed or volunteering for 20 hours or more a week. For more information visit education. gov.uk/childrenandyoungpeople/ youngpeople/participation/rpa

Welcome to Grantham College

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College Open EvenTs POTENTIAL STUDENTS, FAMILIES & FRIENDS ARE ALL INVITED TO COME ALONG TO COLLEGE DURING OUR OPEN EVENTS TO SEE WHAT GRANTHAM COLLEGE HAS TO OFFER

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COLLEGE OPEN EVENTS 2015/16

21 SEP

09 NOV

01 FEB

25 JUN

5.00–8.00PM

9.30–12.30PM

2015/2016

10 OCT

23 JAN

25 JUN

9.30–12.30PM

Grantham College is your college – its mission is to serve its community. Throughout this year we are running ‘Saturday College’ to engage with people of all ages in our community. It is a chance to see what we can offer you, learn a new skill and have fun with family and friends for a few hours during your weekend.

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Life aT GranTham College At Grantham College we are pleased to provide not only high-quality education, but support and guidance for everyone who studies here. Your wellbeing and success are important to us – experienced, professional staff are always available to you. We have listed some of the most important facilities and services in this section, and our friendly Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment Team are always happy to help with any other questions you may have.

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College-owned Accommodation Accommodation is available on campus in Sedgwick Hall and Sedgwick Mews. Detailed information on fees for collegeowned accommodation for 2016/17 will be available from January 2016. A total of 67 places are available and all rooms are furnished with their own en-suite facilities (shared bathrooms in Sedgwick Mews). Rent is payable termly. Further details about accommodation are available from the Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment Team on 01476 400200.

Travelling to College Secure storage for bicycles is provided and shower facilities are also available. Car Parking Limited student parking is available for blue badge holders before 4.30pm. After 4.30pm car parking spaces are available and provided free of charge to students and visitors. These are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional parking can be found at the public car park situated in Welham Street, close to the main campus. The e-Learning Centre The e-Learning Centre has been designed to provide you with a state-ofthe-art learning environment to study in. The Centre has 31 open access PCs, all with internet access, Microsoft Windows 7 and Office 2010, with some available to book in advance. Black and white and colour printing and photocopying facilities are also available. The Centre also lends laptops for use both on and off campus. In addition, there are 4 separate Skills seminar rooms, or â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;podsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, each equipped with between 16 and 26 PCs and a data projector. The Centre is open from 8.30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Thursday, and 8.30am to 4.30pm on Fridays during term time.

Our Conference, Exhibition & Refectory Facilities Conference, exhibition and refectory facilities are available for hire by the public at the main campus. In the past, the college has played host to a wide variety of different organisations. Our Refectory is available for hire for celebrations, and catering can also be provided. For further details on the facilities available, please call 01476 400222 and request an information brochure. The College Library The college has a well-stocked library. Learning resources available to you include 30,000 books, a wide range of journals and magazines, DVDs, daily newspapers and an online catalogue system for research use and book reservations. You can also access the internet via 10 computer workstations. The college subscribes to collections of electronic books and online databases which can be accessed on campus and from anywhere you have internet access. Wireless internet access is available in the library and at selected locations around the college. The library is open from 8.30am to 6.00pm on Mondays, 8.30am to 7.15pm Tuesday to Thursday, and 8.30am to 4.30pm on Fridays during term time. Please check opening hours for holidays.

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Food & Drink: Refectory & Nixx A wide selection of meals are available from the main Refectory at very competitive prices. Snacks are available from vending machines throughout the college and also from Nixx, our shop and cafeteria. Nixx has seating for over 100 people and provides a choice of hot and cold snacks, including confectionery, panini, bagels, salads and jacket potatoes as well as stationery, cards, personal items and postage stamps. Evening meals are available from 4.30pm Tuesday to Thursday. Food & Drink: Apple Tree Restaurant Students, staff and the general public are all welcome to dine in the college’s Apple Tree Restaurant, which is run by students and staff from the Hospitality & Catering department. The restaurant is open for lunch Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, with an Early Bird Grill Night on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Located on the top floor of the Main Building, it offers an outstanding view of Grantham! Booking is essential and can be made by visiting the restaurant in person or by telephoning 01476 400227. R&R Hair & Beauty Salons Open to students and the public, R&R Salons is L’Oréal and Eve Taylor accredited and offers a full range

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of very reasonably priced hair and beauty services, as well as high-quality products to suit everyone. For further details, follow us on Facebook or to make an appointment, telephone 01476 400237. Little Gems Gift Shop Having launched in November 2010, Little Gems gift shop has seen its customer numbers increase over the last few years. The shop is situated in the foyer at Grantham College and the main aim is to give students with both physical and learning disabilities an opportunity to experience the ‘World of Work’ in a real retail environment. The shop sells quality items including homemade goods, handbags, jewellery, cards and much more. Many items on sale are Fairtrade. Little Gems is open Monday to Friday 9.30am–4.30pm during term time. Careers & Higher Education Advice Careers advice and guidance is available via an appointment system to current students and anyone considering coming to study at the college. It is also available for members of the public. The college has a Matrix Quality Award for its Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment services and a Career Mark Gold Award for its Careers Education. The College Careers Adviser is based in the Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment area. The Careers Adviser will also assist you with UCAS applications and interview preparation if you want to go on to HE.

Appointments can be made at the Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment desk or by contacting the Careers Adviser directly on 01476 400250.

their convenience and appointments are not necessary.

Sport at College The college has an excellent range of sports facilities including a large indoor sports hall and fitness suite, containing cardiovascular machines and weight training equipment. Students also have the opportunity to represent the college in a wide range of sports including basketball, football, rugby and boccia.

Counselling, Mental Health & Wellbeing Service If there are any personal problems, difficulties or concerns that you wish to discuss with us, you can access our confidential service.

Student Voice The student is central to everything we do. In 2014/15 more students than ever were involved in college life. Our students raised over ÂŁ1,000 for national and local charities. Childcare Stepping Stones Nursery is the partner nursery for Grantham College. The nursery is a short distance from the college grounds and provides fulltime day care for children aged from birth to 11 years old. Stepping Stones aim to provide a secure, caring and stimulating environment in small, homely, age-specific areas. Children are encouraged to progress at their own pace and to fulfil their potential in all areas of development. In August 2010 the nursery was graded Outstanding by Ofsted. Nursery opening times are 7.30am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday and discounts are offered to Grantham College students. The nursery has an open door policy; therefore, parents are welcome to view the nursery at

For more information please contact the nursery on 01476 593643.

If you have mental health difficulties, the Mental Health and Wellbeing Adviser can meet you prior to commencing your course, or at any point during your time at college, to discuss the support available to help you with your studies. Appointments can be made by emailing counselling@grantham. ac.uk or via the Information, Advice, Guidance and Enrolment desk. Support Grantham College is committed to the principles of inclusive learning and the learning support service is designed to enable you to reach your full potential. The level of learning support provided depends on your individual needs and may include mobility assistance, extra support in English and Maths, dyslexia assessment and support, large screen monitors and learning support assistance in class. Additional support, tailored to your individual requirements, will be available to you from a named person, allocated to you on enrolment.

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Today’s BTECs – Seeing You Go Further BTECs are known to increase student engagement, enable students to progress, develop employability skills and add value and variety to your studies. Grantham College has been offering BTEC qualifications for over 25 years in a wide range of subject areas taught by sector experienced staff in well-equipped classrooms. What is a BTEC? BTECs (Business and Technology Education Council) are vocational and work-related courses, designed to accommodate the needs of employers and allow students to progress to Further and Higher Education. A BTEC takes a practical approach to learning, without overlooking any of the important theory on the subject. Why Study a BTEC? BTECs are recognised by a large number of companies across a wide range of industries – as well as being developed

in partnership with industry representatives so all employer and student needs are met. If you are not fond of taking exams and find the pressure causes you to under-perform, a BTEC will allow you to undertake a number of units for which you will present evidence, based on real-life work and studies. This means you can demonstrate your skills and knowledge within practical situations rather than sweating it out in an exam hall. What BTEC Subjects Are Available? Grantham College offers a wide range of BTECs in: • • • • • • • • • • •

Art & Design Business Early Years Graphics Health & Social Care IT Performing Arts Public Services Science Sport Travel & Tourism.

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How Many Hours Does it Take to Study a BTEC? 180–1,080, depending on if you are studying for a Level 2 BTEC First Certificate (35-week qualification) or a Level 3 BTEC National Diploma (2-year qualification).

What Are the Different BTEC Levels? Entry to Development and Professional Development qualifications (Levels 4–8); see page 14 for further Qualifications information.

How Long Does a BTEC Take to Complete? One to two years, depending on whether you study for the course full time or part time.

How Many UCAS Points Do You Get with a BTEC? If you take a qualification at Level 3, you can earn points on the ‘UCAS Tariff’ for entry into Higher Education. BTECs can earn you equivalent points to AS and A Levels. For example, a BTEC National Diploma with overall three Merit (M) grades has 240 UCAS points (one A Level with an ‘A’ grade has 120 UCAS points).

Do All Universities Accept BTEC Qualifications? BTEC students can often be better prepared in terms of the independent studying that’s required at degree level, due to the portfolio-based nature of BTEC courses. The time management and self-organisation you’ll pick up on a BTEC course can also give you an added edge. BTEC students have the experience of real-life practical tasks and work placements. This will make you stand out from students studying A Levels, who don’t usually have this element as part of their course.

95%

of universities and colleges in the UK accept BTEC students

50%

of 20- to 30-year-olds going on to HE have progressed via a BTEC Focus on BTEC’s

QualificaTions Guide

A variety of qualification levels

A variety of qualification levels are available in most subject areas offered by the college.

Our Partners

are available in most subject areas offered by the college – this will enable you to start at the right level and progress on to further qualifications. Through our partner college associations with the University of Bedfordshire and Bishop Grosseteste University Lincoln, you also have the opportunity to study right up to degree level. The chart to the right shows the different types of qualifications available at the college, the entry requirements needed for each level and how the qualifications compare against each other.

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Higher Education If you wish to progress on to Higher Education, the college offers a range of University Certificates in Professional Development (UCPD), Higher National Certificates/Diplomas (HNC/Ds) and Foundation Degrees. Higher Education Qualifications on Offer at Grantham College: ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■

Applied Biology Art & Design Business Children, Families & Community Health Health & Social Care Computing & Systems Development Creative Media Production Engineering Hair & Beauty Management Performing Arts – Acting Sports Coaching Teaching & Education Special Educational Needs & Disabilities.

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ENTRY 1 ENTRY 2 ENTRY 3 Life Skills

■■ Transitions Xtra ■■ Skills for Work ■■ Promoting Independence

Level 1

■■ Foundation ■■ Certificates ■■ NVQ 1

Entry Requirements: 2 GCSEs (D–F) or equivalent.

Level 2

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Apprenticeships BTEC First Diploma NVQ 2 Certificate Extended Certficate Diploma GCSE Pre-Access

Entry Requirements: 2 GCSEs (A–D) or equivalent.

Level 3

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Apprenticeships Access A Level Certificate Subsidiary Diploma Diploma Extended Diploma NVQ 3

Entry Requirements: 5 GCSEs (A–C) or equivalent.

Level 4

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Apprenticeships HNC UCPD NVQ 4

Entry Requirements: Dependent on course.

Level 5

■■ Foundation Degree ■■ HND ■■ NVQ 5

Entry Requirements: Dependent on course.

Level 6

■■ Degree

Entry Requirements: Dependent on course.

Qualifications Guide

DesTinaTions 2013-14

87%

of students who applied to university gained a place, a 6% increase on last year.

of our students chose to stay with us and applied for Higher Education at the college.

97%

of students who applied to university for Higher Education got their first choice.

AFTERCOLLEGE WHERE DIDTHEYGOTOUNIVERSITY?

University of Lincoln

Nottingham Trent

Sheffield Hallam

Bishop Grosseteste

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AFTERCOLLEGE WHERE DID THEY GOTOUNIVERSITY? Anglia Ruskin

Kent

Plymouth

Bedford

Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College London

Portsmouth

Bishop Grosseteste

Leeds College of Art

Salford

Bolton

Leeds Metropolitan

Sheffield Hallam

Brooksby Melton College

Leicester

Southampton

Brunel

Lincoln

Southampton Solent

Buckinghamshire

Liverpool Hope

Surrey

Chichester

Liverpool John Moores

University of Arts London

Coventry

London South Bank

University of West of England

Cumbria

Loughborough

University of West London

De Montfort

Manchester Metropolitan

University Centre Grimbsy

Derby

Middlesex

University Centre Peterborough

East London

New College Nottingham

University College of Birmingham

Edge Hill

Northampton

West London

Essex

Northumbria

Winchester

Grantham College

Nottingham

York College

Hull

Nottingham Trent

York St John

Destinations Information

SporTs Academies From our highly popular Table Tennis Academy, which is sponsored by Tibhar and Bribar and has been going for over 12 years, to our new Football Development Centre launching in September 2015 in association with Grantham Town Football Club ... if you have the skills, we want to help you go further. Both the Table Tennis Academy and the Football Development Centre are led by staff with a wealth of knowledge and experience who will push you to be the best you can be. For entry into the Table Tennis Academy or Football Development Centre students must first be enrolled on a Full-Time course.

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For more information about our Table Tennis Academy see page 76.

FOOTBALL

DEVELOPMENT Centre

For more information about our Football Development Centre see page 78.

Grantham Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sports Academies are in association with

Football Development Centre

Table Tennis Academy

Sports Acadamies

WiTh a Paid Appr enTiceship You can...

Earn While you Learn

You can earn a living while learning new skills with an Apprenticeship. We have great relationships with local and national companies in many different industries. You could gain real hands-on experience in the field you would like to work in and attain qualifications. Apprenticeships are a great way to get a step up on the ladder in your chosen profession. The experience you gain and the relationships that you form with your employer will be invaluable.

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Further Information about Apprenticeships:

Anyone living in England, over 16 years old and not in school or full-time education can apply to be an apprentice. You can find more information at: www.apprenticeships.gov.uk

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OUR STUDENT SU

Each year at Grantham College we hold an Annual Awards Ceremony, which celebrates the achievements of our star students over the past academic year. This year our ceremony took on the theme of Alice in Wonderland.

person then’. He also spoke of his own work and achievements and inspiring those students who were about to embark on a new journey – be it into further study at Grantham College, to university or into the world of work.

The ceremony was attended by over 270 guests including the award winners themselves, their families and friends, corporation members, staff and sponsors.

Performing Arts students entertained the audience with an Alice in Wonderland themed dance, monologue and song.

The college was proud to host former head of Art & Design and published author, Ian Maber as guest speaker for the evening.

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Ian made references to Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland book which is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year, with quotes such as ‘I can’t go back to yesterday because I was a different

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Altogether, the accomplishments of 85 students were recognised at the event, with Matthew Annan, from the Construction curriculum area, winning the Student of the Year Award.

We look forward to celebrating the success of more of our students next academic year.

Awards Ceremony 2015

Skills For Life

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Dyslexia Support

Study Skills Support

Dyslexia describes a number of different factors which can affect an individual’s learning.

Study Skills Support helps you to develop confidence in your learning abilities and to acquire the necessary study skills to be successful on your course.

Grantham College is responsive to all the needs of the dyslexic student, who can experience difficulties in a range of areas such as: writing, reading, handwriting, spelling, memory, sequencing and organisation. An assessment will ensure you have the conditions you need in examinations, and identifies support you may require for your course.

The support is usually delivered on a one-to-one or small group basis and can cover a variety of skills such as: organisation; time management and goal-setting; note-taking and summarising notes; research skills and referencing; writing assignments and essays; producing projects, reports and presentations as well as revision techniques.

Any dyslexia support will be delivered through individual or regular study sessions with tutors.

These study sessions aim to support your transition from school to Further Education. They begin with an assessment Functional Skills & GCSE which identifies your areas for improvement and strategies to All students aged under 19 at help you develop these. In this way Grantham College who have not all sessions are exclusively tailored attained a grade ‘C’ GCSE or above to meet your individual needs. in either English Language or Maths will participate in Functional The skills you develop can also Skills or GCSE lessons. be transferred and used in future learning opportunities. These lessons will form part of your programme of study. These skills are essential for Higher Education, future employment prospects and to allow you to reach your full potential.

Skills for Life

Don’t forget to keep in touch with us through our social media channels for up-to-date news about what we have going on.

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As & ALevels With a wide range of subjects on offer including English Language, English Literature, Maths and the Sciences, as well as Law and Sociology, you would normally be expected to complete three or four AS Levels in your first year, followed by three A2 subjects in Year 2. Courses are taught by subject specialists, some of whom are experienced examiners for their subject. This gives them an insight into how to assess student responses with a view to maximising student potential. Many of our students have gone on to study at universities such as King’s College London, York, Nottingham Trent and the University of Lincoln.

For the last 3 years a student from A Level Business has been accepted onto a Sponsored Degree Course at Nottingham Trent University for BA Hons in Business Management

£5,000 A good A Level in Maths can be worth an extra £5k on a salary

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Media Studies

• English

• Photography

• History

• Law

• Economics

• Mathematics

• Further Maths

• Chemistry

• Accounting

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

50%

of AS English Language students achieved A/B, compared to a national average of 30% last year

In the last 3 years 6 students have achieved As and A*s in Maths and Further Maths

“You get to do a lot more experiments than you would at school”

100% 70% 97%

success rate, compared to a national average of 94% in A2 English Language

In 2013, 70% of Sociology students achieved A–B grades

In 2014, here at Grantham College we achieved a 97% pass rate

AS & A Levels

AccessTo higher EducaTion If you need a flexible and confidence-enhancing course to get you back into education, then our highly successful Access to Higher Education course is for you. A variety of teaching and assessment methods will prepare you for your degree. Pathways include Social, Biological and Physical Sciences along with English Literature, all of which open the door to a wide range of careers from nursing and midwifery through to social work and teaching. The course enrols twice a year, in September and January, and all classes are timetabled between the hours of 9.30am and 3.00pm, three days a week, with no classes during school holidays.

On successful completion of the course you will be awarded a diploma by Cambridge Access Validating Agency (CAVA). The college has excellent progression routes to local and national universities, including Lincoln and Nottingham.

Information: Careers Adviser A dedicated Careers Adviser is on hand to help with UCAS applications, and our Student Support Services team can provide dyslexia and study skills support.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Health Care

• Science

• Humanities & Social Science

• Gateway Return to Learn

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

If you want to study the Access to HE Diploma you can apply for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan where you won’t pay anything back

Information: 24+ Advanced Learning Loan

until you have finished your course and are earning over £21k. For further information contact our Student Finance Officer, Jo Bowman, at jbowman@grantham.ac.uk

Access To Higher Education

Animal care

Our Animal Care courses can lead to a number of different and interesting careers involving animals, including working for animal charities, in zoos, as a veterinary nurse and more. You will have the opportunity to work with a range of small animals, including birds, reptiles and rabbits.

farms to see a range of animals and speak to staff about how they are cared for, their diets, exercise and much more.

47%

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll study in our Animal Care Centre, which is the perfect place to learn about how to care for these animals in a realistic habitat, where they feel comfortable. This will allow you to get real hands-on experience in this ever-changing field.

of the population has a pet â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this means that there are 24 million pets in the UK

As part of your course you will have the opportunity to go on trips to wildlife parks, zoos and

of animal care businesses employ an average of five people

86%

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Land-Based Animal Care

• Dog Grooming

• Animal First Aid

• Animal Management

• Animal Care

• Dog Behaviour

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Animal Care

ArT & Design The Arts have existed for centuries and encompass history, culture and traditions not only in the UK but worldwide. We are surrounded by objects and artefacts that have been created by someone with an art and design background; almost everything we see, experience, wear, live in and buy has started as a creative idea, developed then produced into something that we use and enjoy. The Arts can be understood, studied and provide valuable making skills which can give you the capacity to contribute to how we live and understand the world around us. All of our Art & Design students are guided and mentored by an array of arts lecturers who have

worked in the creative industries and have real experience of how an arts education can lead to successful employment. Areas of expertise include Graphic Design, Packaging Design and Furniture Design in London, Curating international Art exhibitions as well as exhibiting their own work. Facilities in the Arts Centre allow you to specialise in a range of disciplines, increasing your skill base and potential. We are constantly engaged in â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;live projectsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; within the local community, providing our students with a true vocational experience and giving them the confidence to explore and realise their creative potential.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Art & Design

• Fine Art

• Photography

• Water Colour

• HNC/D Art & Design

• Sewing

• Life Drawing

• Print Making

• Creative Crafts

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Facilities: Art & Design • • • • • • • • •

Ceramics room Glass & metalwork room Large workshop Plaster room Print room Wood room Life drawing studio Darkroom and photographic studio Textile studio.

During the course you will be required to go on a number of day visits to museums, exhibitions, universities and, on occasions, residential visits. There will be a cost involved

Information: Art & Design

in these visits, with the average being around £20 per visit. We also have an art shop that stocks most materials you will require.

Art & Design

Graphic Design Graphic design has existed for centuries and study of it can lead to a career in many different sectors all over the world. On a daily basis we see graphics work everywhere – in newspapers, on packaging, signage and website pages to name but a few.

Students are constantly engaged in ‘live projects’ within the local community, providing them with a true vocational experience and giving them the confidence to explore and realise their creative potential.

In previous years our students have gone on to study a wide range of courses at university or straight into the world of work, gaining employment with agencies, sign makers and even starting up their own businesses.

In the past these have included projects involving Grantham Town Football Club, Thorns Farm and the Rotatory Club of Grantham.

All of our Graphic Design students are guided and mentored by an array of lecturers who have worked in the creative industries and

have real experience of how a graphic design education can lead to successful employment.

Our Facilities: • Apple Mac suite • Spacious graphic design studio • Print room • Dark room & photography studio.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Art & Design (Graphics)

• Digital Design & Graphics

• Introduction to Graphics

• Graphic Design

• Introduction to Web Design

• The Basics of Web Design

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

During the course you will be required to go on a number of day visits to museums, exhibitions, universities and, on occasions, residential visits. There will be a cost involved

Information: Graphic Design

in these visits, with the average being around £20 per visit. We also have an art shop that stocks most materials you will require.

Graphic Design

Media

If a career in the media industry is your dream, then we have excellent media facilities, including an editing suite and production studio, providing you with the skills to progress into your chosen career. Staff have a broad range of experience and knowledge in a variety of industries, allowing you to gain up-to-date skills and access relevant information. Students are constantly engaged in live briefs to give them real-life experience, including working to a brief and deadlines but allowing them to be creative. Previous live briefs have included creating a film for Grantham Carnival, music videos for Simple Kid and Gingersnaps,

and a documentary for Gravity Fields at the request of the event co-ordinator. We offer a broad range of media for you to focus on, including Television & Film, providing you with the skills to progress into these areas or into related industries. The facilities within the Media section now include: • Editing suite • Fully equipped media rooms

for practical & theoretical work • Production studio • Quad-core computers • Dual-core computers.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Media

• Creative Media Production

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Students studying Media have the opportunity to go to Tenerife, all expenses paid, and take part in a work experience

Information: Leonardo Exchange Programme

placement with the likes of Videoreport, Canal 6 TV and Creación TV. The work experience is funded through the Leonardo Mobility project which the college has been involved with for over 10 years.

Media

Performing ArTs& Technical TheaTre Our Performing Arts courses will give you opportunities to develop and extend skills across the disciplines of acting, musical theatre and dance in our fully equipped, dedicated performing arts studio and rehearsal space. This is because the industry requires people to have knowledge and practical experience across the areas, thus equipping you with the necessary range of skills for further progression. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be taught by a team of staff who have a wealth of experience both on stage and behind the scenes. In addition, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have access to a new touring rig, which includes sound and lighting, and editing software on the Macs.

Students will work towards an end-of-year show, which is performed at the Guildhall Arts Centre, as well as a Christmas pantomime attended by several hundred school children and a performance at the College Awards Ceremony. The Technical Theatre course covers lighting, sound and stage management areas of backstage work.

179,290 people in the United Kingdom are working in the performing arts industry

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Performing Arts

• Production Arts

• Performing Arts – Acting

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Performing Arts

AuTomoTive

With over 75 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; combined experience within the automotive industry, from shop floor apprentice to General Management, the lecturing and training staff within the Automotive Training Centre have a real passion to pass on their knowledge and skills to see the automotive industry maintain quality trained staff and to preserve high standards of service and repair. There is a large selection of cars to work on, including a Toyota Prius, with its unique Hybrid Synergy Drive, and the Honda IMA system in our hybrid vehicle technology area. Up-to-date tools, equipment and techniques are all used and our students have the opportunity to go on several trips to see how the

industry is run and what potential jobs are available once you finish your course. On completion of your course there is the opportunity to continue your learning with us via a variety of courses; or if you are ready for the world of work, advice and support with the transition to employment is available from our team of staff.

Our staff have over 75 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; combined experience within the automotive industry

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Maintenance & Repair Principles

• Vehicle Technology

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

The UK is home to: • 7 volume car manufacturers • 7 commercial vehicle manufacturers • 8 major premium and sports car producers

and over 100 specialist brands • 8 Formula One teams.

Automotive

Engineering

Do you want a career in Engineering? Then we offer a wide range of courses giving you a broad range of education and training in key areas such as Mechanical, Production, Electrical and Maintenance Engineering, Electrical Installations, Electronics, Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Rapid Prototyping Technology. You will be taught by staff with extensive industrial experience in their chosen fields in a wide range of facilities including Mechanical, Maintenance and Electrical Engineering workshops. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll use standard industrial equipment including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), a mini digger, rough

terrain forklift, 3D printing, 2D and 3D CAD and other software to enable you to gain hands-on experience to support your learning. Post-qualification you can follow on to Higher Education either directly to university or through an Apprenticeship combined with HNC/D, with a variety of options available at Grantham College.

1.86M

vacancies will be available in the engineering industry in the next few years

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • 2D CAD

• Engineering

• 3D CAD Parametric Modelling

• Mechanical/Electrical & Electronic Engineering

• Operations & Maintenance • Electrical Engineering

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

£43K

is the average salary of a structural engineer

Engineering

ConsTrucTion

If you want to get a head start in Bricklaying, Carpentry or Plumbing, our range of recognised qualifications for the construction industry can help you gain the knowledge you need to start your career. Our Construction department has a team of thirteen dedicated industry-experienced staff with over 200 years of experience in both local firms and companies all over the world. Staff teach you in purposebuilt, well-stocked workshops for each trade. Our courses suit all abilities, from Level 1 up to Level 3, where youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll learn the skills needed to progress into employment or Apprenticeships.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also undertake a certain number of employability hours, which will see you work for a company in the industry to gain hands-on experience and put what you have learnt into practice.

76,000

new construction workers a year are needed to replace the rapidly ageing workforce

194,000 construction companies are currently trading in the UK

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Plumbing

• Carpentry & Joinery

• Bricklaying

• ACS Gas Centre

• Construction & the Built Environment

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Construction

Business

Businesses are at the heart of new ideas and products whether it be online or on your local high street. Our Business courses will help you understand how organisations are run and provide a valuable insight into different types of business functions, including Finance, Law, Marketing and Recruitment. A team of staff, with over 45 years of industry experience and 60 years of teaching experience between them, pass on their knowledge, expertise and skills to students studying on the range of business courses, allowing them to link theory to real-life examples. Staff have experience of working in retail banking, recruitment, and legal areas.

Students studying on any of our Business courses will not only benefit from the academic side of the course but also take part in an array of trips and visits while having the opportunity to listen and ask questions at guest speaker events. These are organised to broaden the knowledge of our students and enrich their experiences during the course. Students also have the opportunity to run their own business with the Young Enterprise Scheme, which equips them with the attitudes and experience necessary to build successful careers, achieve real business success or foster key enterprise skills for their future.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Human Resource Practice

• Bookkeeping & Ethics

• Human Resource Management

• Computerised Accounts

• Financial Studies

• Accounting

• Business

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

£21K 60%

The average graduate salary for a businessrelated degree is £21k

of the top occupations are related to business and management

Business

CompuTing

Whether you are interested in a career in website design, gaming, IT management or any of the huge range of IT/Computer related roles, then Computing is the perfect subject for you.

a programming/web development lab with professional software and access to PCs, as well as the opportunity to use our 3D equipment.

Our Computing courses are taught by staff who have a wide range of industry experience gained at world famous organisations such as Microsoft and Fujitsu, so you can be sure that you are benefiting from highly professional teaching.

With options to seamlessly study at all levels right up to HND, here at Grantham College we offer an ideal pathway to employment or university.

Our courses combine relevant, theoretical work with practical experience and we have access to great facilities. These include a specialised computer lab delivering handson installation and configuration,

25%

of graduates in employment are working as IT business analysts, architects or systems designers

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • IT Practioners

• IT

• Information & Creative Technology

• Computing & Systems Development

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Computing

Science

If you’re fascinated by Science, our courses could be just what you’re looking for. We cover all aspects of Science, including Medical Science, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. A team of six staff, with over 100 years of experience between them, will pass on their knowledge, experience and skills to students studying on the BTEC courses. Staff have a wide range of degrees and postgraduate qualifications in Genetics, Biochemistry, Physics, Applied Biology and Psychology. Their extensive experience includes roles within the NHS, a range of pharmaceutical companies and schools/colleges.

One of the team is a qualified examiner and another is a STEM ambassador, both of which provide students with a further wealth of knowledge from which to draw. As well as our own fully equipped laboratories, our links with the University of Lincoln mean that you will be able to use their stateof-the-art laboratories.

£1BN

There are approximately 200 diagnostics companies generating a turnover of over £1 billion

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Science B

• Applied Science

• Applied Biology

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

83%

Of the top 50 global pharmaceutical companies, 37 have sites in the UK and represent 83% of the total pharma sector

Science

Earlyyears

For some parents, leaving their child in childcare can be highly emotional. For the person looking after that child, it is a huge responsibility. While studying on one of our Early Years courses you will look at how to communicate with children and their parents, learn how to keep children safe, explore child development and so much more. Our Early Years courses will provide you with both theoretical knowledge and practical learning through our placements programme – where you can gain hands-on experience in nurseries and schools. You’ll be taught by a team of staff with over 30 years’ industry experience and 20

years’ teaching experience between them, so you’ll have the chance to benefit from their knowledge, skills and experience and see how theory relates to real life. Staff are also able to provide the opportunity for accurate and reflective practice to support students’ learning, especially with regards to professional skills.

Students are encouraged to do voluntary work in the local community to enhance their CVs

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Care

• Supporting Teaching & Learning

• Children’s Play, Learning & Development

• Children, Families & Community Health

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Students have the opportunity to engage in residential trips to Sweden, where they have the chance to undertake vocational practice.

Information: Early Years

Students have to undertake Employability Skills in Early Years placements, which enhances their CV and employability skills.

Early Years

HealTH & Social Care A career in Health & Social Care can be very rewarding, with opportunities to work with people of all ages.

reflective practice to support students’ learning, especially with regards to professional skills and development.

Our Health & Social Care courses will provide you with both theoretical knowledge and practical learning through our placements programme – where you can gain hands-on experience in a variety of settings.

All staff in the department have worked in a variety of settings including the NHS, community care, private-sector care homes and Local Authority schools.

You’ll be taught by a team of staff with over 30 years’ industry experience and 20 years’ teaching experience between them, so you’ll have the chance to benefit from their knowledge, skills and experience and see how theory relates to real life. Staff are also able to provide the opportunity for accurate and

All staff are fully qualified teachers in addition to practising professionals, enabling current and up-to-date information to be incorporated into teaching and learning. Students also have the opportunity to engage in residential trips to Sweden and Vitalise centres, where they have the chance to undertake vocational practice.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Health & Social Care

• Counselling

• Health & Social Care

• British Sign Language

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Students have the opportunity to engage in the European Leonardo residential exchange where they have the chance to undertake

Information: Health & Social Care

vocational practice. Students are also encouraged to undertake work placements in the care sector, which enhances their CV.

Health & Social Care

FuTureRouTes

These courses have been designed to give students who have specialised learning needs and who have previously found education a challenge, a stepping stone into employment or an opportunity to progress on to Further Education in a vocational area of their choice. Our Routes to Employability (R2E) course gives students the opportunity to study and explore a vocational area such as Animal Care, Art & Design, Media, Automotive, Beauty Therapy, Hairdressing, Hospitality & Catering and Travel & Tourism to name but a few. The Pathways qualification is suitable for students seeking employment and is designed to enable a flexible programme

of study. Students will be supported in developing their personal skills and encouraged to achieve the size and level of qualification that is most suitable for them.

PATHWAYS

Pathways students will also be able to study for Functional Skills qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy

R2E

Apprenticeships may be a route available to students who have completed the Routes to Employability course

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Progression

• Behaviour Management

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Future Routes

Learning DevelopmenT Our Learning Development courses focus on a wide range of topics intended to develop personal, independent and work-related skills. We take pride in offering a caring and safe environment which will help to develop confidence in order for students to realise their potential. These courses are ideal for those with few or no previous qualifications. Grantham College has a number of new and outstanding stateof-the-art facilities designed for Learning Development students. We also offer enterprise initiatives for work-based learning and practical work experience, including our own gift shop ‘Little Gems’, selling

quality Fairtrade products, and horticulture enterprises including a market garden. At the end of the academic year students get involved in their own prom, deciding on a theme and creating decorations. On the night, students are all presented with a certificate and can enjoy a buffet with their friends, teachers and families before dancing the night away. Our purpose-built facilities include: • A MILE multi-sensory room • Specially adapted kitchen • 2 ICT suites • 4 new teaching rooms • Adapted minibus • 2 purpose-built facilities to provide assistance with personal care.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Promoting Independence

• Progression in Life Skills

• Transitions Xtra

• Skills for Work

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 62–63.

Learning Development

Promoting Independence (Profound & Multiple Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs) Following a RARPA Programme (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement)

Level

Entry Level

Duration

1 year

Level

Entry Levels 1–2

Duration

1–2 years

Entry Requirements No formal qualifications Method of Assessment

Entry Requirements

Continual Assessment

No formal qualifications

Course Content

Method of Assessment

This course offers you the opportunity to develop your personal, social, health, independent living and work skills for everyday life. It will help to develop your self-esteem and confidence. You will work towards a Diploma in Independent Living. You will also work towards nationally recognised qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy.

Continual Assessment Course Content The aim of this course is to enable young people and adults with learning difficulties to develop essential personal, social and practical skills and to increase self-esteem and confidence. The course provides a flexible framework for the development of essential skills that you need to function effectively and independently in the community. We offer the opportunity to work in a specially designed/adapted teaching kitchen and a new multi-sensory room. The course units undertaken are based on individual requirements. Opportunities There are a number of opportunities to progress to other college courses, for which we will provide help and advice. Additional Information Please contact Sarah Done on 01476 404395 if you want to visit, plan transition or experience a taster session.

Progression in Life Skills

Units include: • Accessing leisure facilities • Developing skills for the workplace • Eating a balanced diet • Getting about safely • Health & fitness • Hobbies • Independent living • Personal care & hygiene • Understanding relationships. The work-based units will be carried out as part of the area’s enterprise initiatives. Opportunities The course can provide progression on to Transitions Xtra. Additional Information Please contact Sarah Ellis on 01476 404391 to arrange a visit or plan a taster session.

Transitions Xtra Level

Entry Level 3

Duration

1–2 years

Skills for Work NOCN Skills for Employability, Training & Personal Development Diploma/Certificate in Skills for Work

Entry Requirements

Level

No formal qualifications

Duration

Method of Assessment

Entry Requirements

Continual Assessment & Portfolio

A basic level of numeracy and communication skills

Course Content The aim of this course is to give students with a Moderate Learning Disability the experience of the college environment while encouraging progress in their personal and social development. Independent travel, healthy living and personal budgeting will be included to give each student the relevant skills to move forward in their adult life. This is coupled with studying vocational topics such as: Cooking, Gardening, ICT and Retail. You will follow individual programmes of work as part of the City & Guilds or NOCN Diploma in Skills for Employablility, Training & Personal Development (Entry Level 3) and Basic Skills certificates in both Literacy and Numeracy (these will be at different levels according to your ability, ranging from Entry Level 1 to Functional Skills Level 1). Opportunities The course offers progression on to the Skills for Work programme. Additional Information Please contact Jane Warner on 01476 400266 to arrange a visit or plan a taster session.

Levels 1–2 1–2 years

Method of Assessment Continual assessment with assignments, portfolio work and observations Course Content You will develop the necessary skills to actively participate and be confident in the work environment by looking at team work and leadership skills in the workplace and develop your confidence and personal progression. You will also continue to improve and develop your basic skills in addition to undertaking a work placement in a vocational area of your choice. If appropriate, individual support will be available. Work experience will be facilitated in various employment venues. Opportunities The course can provide progression on to other courses or employment. There is also the opportunity to work towards a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, which is recognised as an outstanding award. Additional Information Please contact Maria Spicer on 01476 404391 if you want to plan transition or arrange a taster session.

Learning Development

BeauTy Therapy Choosing to study for any qualification within Beauty Therapy can lead to many diverse opportunities in employment or Higher Education and give you the skills and knowledge to be your own boss.

to also train in up-todate treatments, such as individual eyelash extensions, and leave college with a vast array of skills in addition to your main qualification.

We offer an extensive range of courses that will enable you to choose the right course for you, which may range from manicure to massage.

R&R Salons is proud to be an Eve Taylor skin and body care, OPI nail care and He-Shi spray tanning centre.

You will learn in our dedicated salon, R&R Salons, which is located just across the road from the main college campus. Here you will treat the general public once you have learnt the science behind the treatment, routine, benefits and much more. The extensive enrichment programme enables you

SALARY

A Beauty Therapist would expect to start on approx. ÂŁ12k and as a Salon Manager you could earn around ÂŁ20k

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Massage

• Beauty Therapy

• Reflexology

• Hopi Ear Candles

• Advanced Waxing

• Hair & Beauty Management

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Information: Beauty Therapy Please note that there are additional costs for kit and uniform, which we will discuss with you at interview.

Beauty Therapy

Hairdressing

A career in the hair industry is ever-changing: as new techniques and trends evolve, you will always have something new to learn and perfect. We offer a range of hair courses that will allow you to explore and learn a variety of techniques and skills and give you the opportunity to aim for and follow your chosen career path. You will gain hands-on experience in our on-site salon, R&R Salons, which is open to the public, as well as being taught by our industry-experienced staff. R&R Salons has strong links with Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;OrĂŠal and is also a Wella GB Centre of Excellence, which is in recognition of the high standards of training we offer. The extensive

enrichment programme will also allow you to leave with additional professionally recognised skills such as using hair extensions.

36,000 There are over 36,000 hair salons in the United Kingdom

180,000 The hairdressing industry employs over 180,000 people...

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Hairdressing

• Women’s Hairdressing

• Introduction to Hairdressing

• Barbering

• Qualified Hairdresser Skills Refresher

• Hair & Beauty Management

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

£4.8BN ...with a turnover of more than £4.8 billion

Information: Hairdressing Please note that there are additional costs for kit and uniform, which we will discuss with you at interview.

Hairdressing

HospiTaliTy& CaTering If your ambition is to work in the hospitality and catering industry, Grantham College is a great place to begin. The combination of highly trained teaching staff, specialist facilities and a professional training kitchen will equip you with the skills required to work in this demanding industry. We offer practical experience through our very own Apple Tree Restaurant, located on campus.

The restaurant is open to the public and allows you to gain real-life experience of working in the hospitality and catering industry â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from preparing classic dishes such as mixed grill and chicken caesar salad to creating a variety of ice cream flavours and sauces for main dishes. There is the opportunity to take part in the Leonardo exchange project, which offers you the chance to visit organisations across Europe. Taking part will allow you to learn new skills, put into practice those skills already learnt in a different kitchen, and see the differences between the way this industry is run in the UK and how it is done in other countries across the Continent.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Food Preparation & Cooking

• Professional Cookery

• Food & Beverage Service

• Food Safety Award

• Sugarcraft

• Sugar Paste Techniques

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

The UK hospitality and catering industry employs more than 2 million people

180K

In the United Kingdom, there are over 180k hospitality and catering establishments

69K

A further 69k managerial jobs will be created over the next eight years

Hospitality & Catering

Travel & Tourism Our Travel & Tourism courses strive to offer a great combination of taught lessons and practical training, either in our full-scale replica aircraft – Grantham Air – including baggage handling, check-in and security area, or through our industry-linked external visits. In 2015, some of our Travel & Tourism students were able to visit Rimini in Italy, where they gained valuable experience working in a range of tour operators and travel agencies. Visits were also made to the Thomson Fly Training Centre and Aerozone at East Midlands Airport, De Vere Belton Woods, Madame Tussauds London and Manchester tourist attractions.

“At Thomson Fly the students have the exciting opportunity to use the same training facilities that all the Thomson crew use when they join the company and do their annual training. We have a full, action-packed day that is run by a fully qualified trainer who takes everyone through the full interview process and safety training, including the slide descent and the smokefilled cabin among other things.” Grantham College also has an excellent network of professional contacts, including travel agents, hotels and airlines. Working closely with these means you can gain an even greater understanding of what it is like to work in this busy and exciting industry.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Travel & Tourism

• Air Cabin Crew

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

2025

Travel & Tourism will be worth an estimated £257.4 billion by 2025

3.8M

The industry supports approximately 3.8 million jobs across the UK

Travel & Tourism

Languages

Following on from our highly popular language classes last year we now offer classes in Introduction to Holiday French, Turkish, Spanish and Italian – which are short 2-week courses – or 4-week Holiday French, Spanish and Italian classes. The courses are for people who want to feel more confident when travelling on holiday or want to have a working knowledge of the language. The aim is to enable you to cope in situations such as ordering food and drink, booking accommodation and asking for directions. The emphasis will be on speaking and simulation exercises. Be sure to book on a course quickly as spaces fill up fast.

ITALIAN

The longest word in the Italian language is 29 letters long: esofagodermatodigiunoplastica

FRENCH

With 100 million students and 2 million teachers, French is the only language that is taught in every country of the world

SPANISH

329 million native Spanish speakers worldwide ranks it as the world’s second most spoken language

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Holiday French

• Holiday Italian

• Holiday Spanish

• Holiday Turkish

• French

• Italian

• Spanish

• Turkish

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Languages

SporT

The sport and leisure industry has expanded rapidly in response to the focus on healthy lifestyles and fitness in society and has become even more popular after the success of the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics. We offer a range of Sports courses which are taught by a team who have a wealth of knowledge, experience and skills to pass on to students. Staff have a wide range of qualifications including degrees in Physical Education and Education, BA (Hons) Leisure Studies, MA Sport and Leisure Management, PGCE Education, MSc Sociology of Sport and Sports Management, and BSc (Hons) Sport Studies and Geology.

The Sports courses are taught in a range of environments, including a dedicated gym and sports hall where you will gain practical and hands-on knowledge of the sector. You will also take part in trips, work experience and class tasks to strengthen your skills. The courses on offer will give you the chance to learn more about this fast-growing area. On successful completion of your course, there will be plenty of opportunities for work in areas such as coaching, fitness or facility management, or to go on to university or continue your studies here at college on the HNC/D Sports Coaching & Sports Development course.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Sport

• Sports Coaching

• Sport (Coaching & Sports Development)

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

£92K

With a BTEC Level 3 you can boost your lifetime’s earnings by up to £92,000

£13K Fitness instructors can expect to earn £13,000 a year

£20K

With the right experience salaries could rise to over £20,000 a year

Sport

TableTennis Academy Grantham College launched the Table Tennis Academy in September 2002. This initiative, the first in the UK, allows both local and national players to take advantage of a variety of specialist training facilities at the college to improve their national ranking. We have recently undertaken a new sponsorship deal with Tibhar through Bribar Table Tennis which will allow further opportunities for the Academy players. Grantham College is ideally equipped to provide the very best in table tennis coaching. The college benefits from a large sports hall with specialist flooring, in which the table tennis coaching takes place.

The Table Tennis Academy offers the following key benefits: • A wide choice of fulltime courses, all leading to nationally recognised qualifications • Access to the outstanding training facilities at the college • Access to top-level table tennis training • International standard coaching and sparring partners • Opportunity to gain a UKCC Coaching qualification • On-site residential accommodation • Travel provided with a coach to a range of domestic competitions • Video analysis & multiball training on a one-to-one basis • Sports psychology and individual fitness programmes • Junior British League teams.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS If you apply to the Table Tennis Academy you must be at least 16 years of age at the start of your programme and normally be already playing at junior county standard. Selection will, however, be based on individual assessment and academic ability. You will be asked to attend an assessment at the college which will involve a table tennis session and physical assessment. We will also be asking for a reference from your club or national coach to support your application.

Table Tennis Academy

FooTball DevelopmenT CenTre New for September 2015 and in partnership with Grantham Town Football Club, Grantham College is pleased to announce the opening of its Football Development Centre. The Football Development Centre is for players who have an interest in becoming a footballer at a semi-professional level or are interested in the management and coaching side of the industry. Players will not only be coached for a minimum of six hours a week by Grantham Town FC/ UEFA B/ex-professional players but will also get academic qualifications as well as playing in matches in a similar level competitive league. Head Coach Tom Clayton,

a former Sports student at Grantham College, has spent the last six years coaching at Nottingham Forest Youth Development Programme, having been a player with the club. As well as studying for his UEFA B coaching licence, Tom has been a semi-professional player at both Carlton Town FC and Grantham Town FC. Students will have the option to study anywhere from one to three years with the Development Centre, depending on the individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability and career goals. It is hoped that players will also be able to study for their FA Level 1 coaching qualification early on in their course, which will enable them to get involved with local school football teams to gain experience and practice.

FOOTBALL

DEVELOPMENT Centre

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Players interested in joining the Football Development Centre will undergo an interview regarding technical and academic abilities and a trial before being offered a place.

Football Development Centre

Public Services Our Public Services courses offer more than just qualifications – they are designed to give you a real head start in your chosen career. Whether it is your ambition to join one of the blue light emergency services or one of the Armed Forces, Public Services will prepare you while building your knowledge, confidence and physical fitness. Our links to the military and civilian uniformed services will allow you to gain practical, hands-on experience, including training with the Army, mock interviews with the RAF and taster sessions as a Firefighter. The course also includes many team-building activities and adventurous training expeditions, all of which will provide you with many of the

personal qualities and skills required by the services. Our Public Services students have taken part in and won the Inter-College Public Services Competition for two years running, which shows the level of commitment and dedication the students put into their courses and their ability to work tightly as a team.

£21,000

As a Trainee Firefighter, you would expect a starting salary of approximately £21,000 a year

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Public Services

• Introduction to Navigation

• Advanced Navigation

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

£21,692 is the starting salary for a qualified Paramedic

£21,500 £14,637 is the starting salary in the Lincolnshire Police Force

(plus bonuses) is the starting salary in the Army, RAF and Navy

Public Services

Teacher EducaTion With over twenty Teacher Education courses to choose from you are sure to find the right course with us. Whether you are looking at starting out in teaching and enrol onto the Award in Education & Training (formerly PTTLS) or want to work with young people with special educational needs and disabilities, you will be taught by staff who have a wealth of knowledge and are highly enthusiastic about the sector. Teacher Education has changed a lot in the last few years and with the addition of new regulations, Grantham College has made sure that we are offering a good range of courses in the sector to enable you to achieve your goals.

ÂŁ21,588 The average salary for newly qualified teachers (NQTs) in England

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • English for Literacy Teaching

• Gateway Award in Dyslexia Awareness

• Maths for Numeracy Teaching

• Special Educational Needs & Disabilities

• PGCE

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Teacher Education

GCSE

(MaThs &English)

All students aged under 19 who study at Grantham College and have not attained a grade ‘C’ GCSE or above in either English Language or Maths will participate in Functional Skills or GCSE lessons. English GCSE is a core qualification required by both employers and Higher Education. Over the course of your study you will improve the fluency and accuracy of your own written expression and will develop skills that you will need to use in a variety of ways throughout life. Maths GCSE is suitable for all students with minimum entry requirements and will include four subject areas spread over three modules including Number, Algebra, Handling Data and Geometry.

FREE

These courses are FREE if you haven’t already attained a C or above

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • English Language

• Mathematics

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

GCSE

FuncTional Skills All students aged under 19 who study at Grantham College and have not attained a grade ‘C’ GCSE or above in either English Language or Maths will participate in Functional Skills or GCSE lessons. These lessons will form part of your programme of study. For those students who didn’t achieve a grade ‘C’ or above in either English Language or Maths years ago and wish to get back into education, go to university or increase their knowledge and gain a recognised qualification, we offer classes in English from Entry Level 3 to Level 2 and in Maths from Entry Level 1 to Level 2.

CALL US

These courses start in September and February. For specific dates and times call us on 01476 400200

FREE

These courses are FREE if you haven’t already attained a C or above

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Functional Skills English

• Functional Skills Mathematics

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Functional Skills

English for speakers ofoTher languages Our English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses are for adults who are planning to live in the UK, are working towards gaining UK citizenship, want to improve their English and achieve a qualification. Learning English or improving what you already know is really useful if you want to study, get on in work or learn more about your rights and responsibilities.

Chciałbyś/Chciałabyś uczyć siȩ jȩzyka angielskiego? Potrzebujesz pomocy? W naszej szkole nauczymy Cię mówić, czytać i pisać po angielsku.

Ja Jūs vēlaties uzlabot savas zināšanas angļu valodā, tad Grāntemas koledžā (Grantham College) tiek rikoti ESOL kursi kas sakās septembra mēnesī.

And, if you have children, it is a great way to help them with their schoolwork. We offer ESOL classes from Entry Level 1 up to Entry Level 3 and Functional Skills English for ESOL students at Level 1 and Level 2.

Call: 01476 400200 88

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Introduction to UK Culture

• Speaking & Listening

• Reading & Writing

• Functional Skills

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

English Speakers Of Other Languages

Employer Training Employer training offers a flexible approach to learning with delivery in the workplace to meet the individual needs of the employer and employees. Grantham College offers a range of NVQs, Apprenticeships and bespoke management training opportunities in a range of sectors. From the popular 17th Edition – Incorporating Amendment 1:2011 course to the Food Safety Award and NEBOSH courses which run several times a year, to Customer Service, Leadership for Children’s Care Management and Advice & Guidance, we are sure to have a course to help maximise your skills or those of your workforce. If there is a specific area in which you or your workforce

require training please get in contact with us to arrange a meeting as we have a dedicated team of specialists on hand to help deliver training in the workplace.

Information: Some of our current clients include: • Anglian Water • BGB Engineering • South Kesteven • • • • •

District Council Moy Park Colas QFC Gilder Care Allied Healthcare.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Customer Service

• Trowel Occupations

• Construction Centre Operations

• Retail Skills

• Sales

• Children & Young People’s Workforce

• Team Leading

• Health & Social Care

• Proficiency in Food Industry Skills

• Management

• Advice & Guidance

• Leadership for Care (Adults)

• Food Safety

• Business Administration

• Leadership for Care (Children)

• Certificate Retail

• Plumbing & Heating

• NEBOSH

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Employer Training

ApprenTiceships An Apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to work for a real employer, while getting paid at least the National Minimum Wage rate for an apprentice. You will gain recognised, industry focused qualifications, and gain valuable workplace skills and experience. Anyone living in England, over 16 years old and not in full-time education can apply to be an apprentice. You can find more information at: www.apprenticeships.gov.uk So What Exactly is an Apprenticeship? Apprenticeships are work-based training programmes that provide the opportunity to study towards nationally recognised qualifications and gain hands-on industry experience. As an apprentice you get the best of both worlds by getting paid while you learn. Cash in your pocket and the chance to learn skills that employers want make Apprenticeships a very attractive option. Apprenticeships are designed to ensure you gain the fundamental skills and recognition you need in today’s demanding job market. How Do They Work? Apprenticeships comprise industry specified components known collectively as the ‘Framework’, all components being mandatory to achieve full completion. Current ‘Frameworks’ are gradually being replaced with the new Apprenticeship ‘Standards’. The majority of the training for your Apprenticeship would be delivered in your place of work, which would include planned visits from an occupationally competent assessor. Your attendance at college will depend on your programme of learning but typically is one day a week, and some programmes require block release weeks too. Again, depending on your programme and prior achievements, you will undertake Maths, English (and possibly ICT) Functional Skills up to Level 2, in addition to theory and practical classes.

COURSES AVAILABLE IN: • Accounting

• Bricklaying

• Support Teaching & Learning

• Engineering

• Early Years

• Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

• Hairdressing • Beauty Therapy

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Apprenticeships

You will also have regular contact with an Apprenticeship Adviser and/or a workplace assessor who will closely monitor your progress and be on hand to provide you with any additional support you may need. After you have completed an Intermediate (Level 2) Apprenticeship there may be an opportunity to progress on to an Advanced (Level 3) Apprenticeship and in some instances a Higher (Level 4 or Level 5) Apprenticeship. What Apprenticeships Are Available? At Grantham College we support a broad range of Apprenticeships: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Accounting Beauty Therapy Bricklaying Business Administration Carpentry & Joinery (Site only) Customer Service Early Years Engineering Food Industry Skills Hairdressing Health & Social Care Hospitality & Catering IT, System Support, Software Development Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Plumbing & Heating Support Teaching & Learning Warehouse & Storage.

£1.5BN

is the investment the Government has made in Apprenticeships from 2013 to 2014

55%

of Apprenticeships are undertaken by women

£3.4BN is the estimated contribution to the UK economy in 2014 by Apprenticeships

subjects are available for Higher Apprenticeships

90%

of apprentices stay in employment after finishing their Apprenticeship

1YEAR is the minimum duration of an Apprenticeship

Since 2010 there have been over 2 million Apprenticeships undertaken in England

We are here to help you!

Entry Requirements Intermediate (Level 2) Apprenticeship 2 GCSEs grades A–D or equivalent, e.g. NVQ Level 1. Advanced (Level 3) Apprenticeship 5 GCSEs grades A–C or equivalent, e.g. NVQ Level 2.

How Do I Become an Apprentice? • You need to find employment in the relevant sector that you wish to undertake an Apprenticeship • You can apply for vacancies at: www.apprenticeships.gov.uk • If you are employed, you can start an Apprenticeship with the support of your employer.

Want more information on becoming an apprentice? Call: 01476 400200 Email: enquiry@grantham.ac.uk Visit: grantham.ac.uk or www.apprenticeships.gov.uk

Apprenticeships

HIGHER EDUCATION WHY STUDY AT GRANTHAM COLLEGE? UNIVERSITY LINKS Our links with the University of Bedfordshire and Bishop Grosseteste University Lincoln give you the opportunity to study right up to degree level while still staying close to home. The University of Bedfordshire is a modern, vibrant university with world-class facilities and excellent progression rates: 92 per cent of their graduates are either in work and/or further study within six months of graduating (Destinations of Leavers survey 2011). Celebrating its 150th year in 2012, Bishop Grosseteste University offers a wide range of facilities for students including a sport and fitness centre and the Curiositea Cafe. In a recent National Student Survey Bishop Grosseteste students rated the overall satisfaction of the university at 89%, a rise of 5% since 2011, while three of its degree courses are ranked in the top three nationally.

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCED STAFF All of our staff are experts within their fields, having many years of recent and relevant experience in their area. This means they know what you will need in order to follow a career on your chosen path. STAY LOCAL There are lots of benefits to studying locally. You can fit learning around your life and avoid racking up large student debts. IQER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; TOP MARKS Grantham College has been awarded the highest possible result for the quality of its Higher Education provision following a review by the Quality Assurance Agency. SMALL CLASS SIZES Our small class sizes ensure you will always get lots of contact time with staff; this also offers a more personal approach to learning in an environment where you matter.

For more information about the HE courses we have on offer: pick up our Higher Education Course Guide or call 01476 400200

MOVING ON DOESN’T MEAN MOVING FAR COURSES AVAILABLE IN: Applied Biology Art & Design Business Children, Families & Community Health Health & Social Care Computing & Systems Development Creative Media Production Engineering Hair & Beauty Management Performing Arts – Acting Sports Coaching Teaching & Education Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Human Resources Leadership for Care Management Accounting FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF COURSES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, SEE PAGES 98–123.

Higher Education

How To Use This LisTing COURSE LEVEL CODES: FT

FULL-TIME COURSES

PART-TIME COURSES

APPRENTICESHIPS

COMMUNITY LEARNING HIGHER EDUCATION

If at any point you are unsure of anything, feel you need some careers advice or would just like to check you are filling out an application correctly, call us on 01476 400200.

COURSE LISTINGS

INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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Curriculum Area

Course Title

A Levels

Media Studies

A Levels

Photography

A Levels

English Language

A Levels

English Language

A Levels

English Literature

A Levels

English Literature

A Levels

History

A Levels

History

A Levels

Sociology

A Levels

Sociology

A Levels

Psychology

A Levels

Psychology

A Levels

Extended Project

A Levels

Accounting

A Levels

Accounting

1. To find a course simply look under the appropriate curriculum area, e.g. 2D CAD will be under Engineering, Counselling Concepts under Health & Social Care. 2. Then search for the title of the course you are interested in in the next column. At this point you may also want to look in the ‘Qualification’ column as we may offer the same (or a very similar) course but at a different level. If you are unsure which level would best suit you, refer to the Qualifications Guide on page 14. 3. When applying for a course, you will need to ensure you have already gained certain qualifications as a prerequisite to study (this is for all our Full-Time courses and some of our Part-Time courses). These are listed in the ‘Entry Requirements’ column with the code to the left. HOW TO APPLY: There are several ways in which you can apply: 1. Online – go to www.grantham.ac.uk and fill out an application form online. Once completed you will receive an email to say your application has been submitted and we shall be in touch soon. 2. In person – come in and pick up a paper application form and fill it in while you are here or take it away and post it back to us. We are open Monday 8.30am–6.00pm, Tuesday–Thursday 8.30am–9.00pm and Friday 8.30am–6.00pm during term time and Monday–Friday 8.30am–6.00pm during half-term holidays. 3. At an event – whether at an open event, school event or county show we’ll always have paper application forms for you to fill out as well as offering help should you need it. 5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education Qualification

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

Entry Requirements

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Course Listings

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Curriculum Area

Course Title

A Levels

Business Studies

A Levels

Business Studies

A Levels

Economics

A Levels

Economics

A Levels

Law

A Levels

Law

A Levels

ICT

A Levels

Biology

A Levels

Biology

A Levels

Maths

A Levels

Further Maths

A Levels

Physics

A Levels

Maths

A Levels

Physics

A Levels

Further Maths

A Levels

Chemistry

Access to Higher Education

Health Care

Access to Higher Education

Health Care

Access to Higher Education

Humanities & Social Science

Access to Higher Education

Humanities & Social Science

Access to Higher Education

Science

Access to Higher Education

Science

Access to Higher Education

Gateway Return to Learn (Certification in Progression)

Animal Care

Land-Based Animal Care

Animal Care

Animal Management

Animal Care

Animal Management

Animal Care

Animal Management

Animal Care

Land-Based Animal Care

Animal Care

Land-Based Studies (R2E)

Animal Care

Dog Grooming Assistant*

Animal Care

Introductory Dog Grooming*

Animal Care

Dog Behaviour

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

Qualification

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

Entry Requirements

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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AS Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

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A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

A Level (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

(Level 3)

Sep 2015

(Level 3)

Feb 2016

(Level 3)

Sep 2015

(Level 3)

Feb 2016

(Level 3)

Sep 2015

(Level 3)

Feb 2016

(Level 2)

17/09/2015

Diploma (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

90-Credit Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Award (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

25/08/2015

◆

Certificate (Level 3)

25/08/2015

◆

Community Learning

21/11/2015

AS Level (Level 3)

Applicants will be assessed as to the appropriateness of starting on Access to HE.

Course Listings

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COURSE LISTINGS

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INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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Curriculum Area

Course Title

Animal Care

Animal First Aid*

Animal Care

Animal Nursing Assistants

Art & Design

Art & Design (R2E)

Art & Design

Art & Design (OFFER FOR AS STUDENTS)

Art & Design

Fine Art (OFFER FOR AS STUDENTS)

Art & Design

Photography

Art & Design

Photography

Art & Design

Digital SLR – The Basics

Art & Design

Digital SLR – A Beginner’s Guide to Photo Manipulation Using Photoshop

Art & Design

Introduction to Fused Glass

Art & Design

Fused Glass Christmas Decorations

Art & Design

Introduction to Built Pottery Techniques

Art & Design

Hand Built Pottery Techniques

Art & Design

Introduction to Life Drawing

Art & Design

Life Drawing

Art & Design

Introduction to Using Your Sewing Machine

Art & Design

Using Your Sewing Machine

Art & Design

Introduction to Lino Printing – Christmas Cards & Tags

Art & Design

Printing Reduction Lino Technique

Art & Design

Introduction to Using Studio Lighting

Art & Design

Using Studio Lighting

Art & Design

Drawing Techniques

Art & Design

Introduction to Observed Drawing Techniques

Art & Design

Observed Drawing Techniques

Art & Design

Introduction to Fine Art Print Making

Art & Design

Digital Photography

Art & Design

Photoshop for Beginners

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

Qualification

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

14/11/2015

Certificate (Level 2)

13/01/2016

Certificate (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

90-Credit Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Foundation Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

13/10/2015

24/02/2016

Community Learning

15/10/2015

05/11/2015

Community Learning

TBC

Community Learning

TBC

Community Learning

TBC

Community Learning

TBC

Community Learning Community Learning

28/01/2016

25/02/2016

13/10/2015

03/11/2015

Community Learning

TBC

Community Learning

TBC

Community Learning

28/01/2016

Community Learning

15/10/2015

05/11/2015

Community Learning

28/01/2016

Community Learning

13/10/2015

Community Learning

27/01/2016

Entry Requirements

Course Listings

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COURSE LISTINGS

* indicates additional start dates ◆ indicates additional requirements apply Contact us on 01476 400200 for further details.

Curriculum Area

Course Title

Art & Design

Digital SLR Photoshop for Beginners

Art & Design

Water Colours for Beginners

Art & Design

Water Colour – Learn Basic Water Colour Techniques

Art & Design

Creative Crafts

Art & Design

Creative Crafts – Ceramics

Art & Design

Jewellery – Mixed Media Pendant* (Day)

Art & Design

Jewellery – Design & Create Enamel Earrings

Art & Design

Jewellery – Design & Create Enamel Earrings (Day)

Art & Design

Introduction to Ceramic Tiles

Art & Design

Introduction to Moulding Glass

Art & Design

Pottery – Handmade Ceramic Tiles

Art & Design

Glass – Making Vessels from Moulding Glass

Art & Design

Printing – Itaglio Print Making

Art & Design

Gateway Award Creative Crafts (Day)

Art & Design

Gateway Award Creative Crafts* (Evening)

Art & Design

Gateway Award Drawing & Painting* (Evening)

Art & Design

Gateway Award Drawing & Painting (Day)

Art & Design

Gateway Award in Print Making

Art & Design

Gateway Award in Digital Photography (Day)

Art & Design

Graphic Design

Art & Design (Graphic Design)

Graphic Design

Art & Design Graphics

Graphic Design

Art & Design (Digital Design & Graphics)

Graphic Design

Introduction to Graphic Design

Graphic Design

Gateway Award in Graphic Design

Graphic Design

Introduction to Web Design

Graphic Design

Web Design – Learn the Basics of Designing a Website

Media

Media (24+ LOAN)

Media

Media 104

INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Creative Media Production

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

Qualification Community Learning Community Learning

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

27/01/2016

15/10/2015

05/11/2015

Entry Requirements

Community Learning

13/10/2015

Community Learning

28/01/2016

14/10/2015

12/10/2015

Community Learning

27/01/2016

Community Learning

TBC

Community Learning

TBC

Community Learning

TBC

Community Learning

TBC

25/02/2016

(Level 1)

15/09/2015

(Level 1)

17/09/2015

(Level 1)

15/09/2015

(Level 1)

15/09/2015

(Level 1)

17/09/2015

(Level 1)

14/09/2015

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

120 UCAS points

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

120 UCAS points

90-Credit Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Community Learning

28/01/2016

14/04/2016

(Level 1)

16/09/2015

Community Learning

26/01/2016

23/02/2016

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Certificate (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

DMM or above Course Listings

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COURSE LISTINGS Curriculum Area

INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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Course Title

Media Performing Arts & Technical Theatre

Creative Media Production FT

Performing Arts

Performing Arts & Technical Theatre

Performing Arts

Performing Arts & Technical Theatre

Performing Arts

Performing Arts & Technical Theatre

Production Arts (24+ LOAN) (Technical Theatre)

Performing Arts & Technical Theatre

Production Arts (Technical Theatre)

Performing Arts & Technical Theatre

Production Arts (24+ LOAN) (Technical Theatre)

Performing Arts & Technical Theatre

Performing Arts – Acting

Performing Arts & Technical Theatre

Performing Arts – Acting

Automotive

Maintenance & Repair Principles Light Vehicles

Automotive

Maintenance & Repair Principles Light Vehicles

Automotive

Maintenance & Repair Principles Light Vehicles

Automotive

Introduction to Vehicle Technology

Automotive

Introduction to Vehicle Technology (R2E)

Engineering

Operations & Maintenance

Engineering

2D CAD

Engineering

3D CAD Parametric Modelling

Engineering

2D CAD

Engineering

TIG Welding*

Engineering

MIG Welding*

Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Engineering

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Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Construction

Plumbing Studies

Construction

Plumbing Studies

Construction

Plumbing Studies

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

Qualification

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

Entry Requirements

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

First Certificate (Level 1/Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

DMM or above

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

DMM or above

Diploma (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Entry Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Entry Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Award (Level 2)

Sep 2016

Award (Level 2)

Sep 2016

Award (Level 3)

Sep 2016

Award (Level 1)

21/01/16

Award (Level 1)

20/01/16

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

DMM or above

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INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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Curriculum Area

Course Title

Construction

Carpentry & Joinery

Construction

Site Carpentry

Construction

Site Carpentry

Construction

Bricklaying (R2E)

Construction

Bricklaying

Construction

Bricklaying

Construction

Construction & the Built Environment

Construction

ACS Gas Centre*

Construction

Gateway Award in Carpentry*

Construction

Gateway Award in Brickwork*

Construction

Gateway Award in Plumbing*

Construction

Carpentry*

Construction

Brickwork*

Construction

Plumbing*

Business

Accounting

Business

Accounting (24+ LOAN)

Business

Accounting (24+ LOAN)

Business

Human Resource Practice

Business

Human Resource Management

Business

Accounting

Business

Bookkeeping & Ethics

Business

Bookkeeping

Business

Computerised Accounts

Business

Taxation & Ethics

Business

Business Management

Business

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Business

Computing

IT Practitioners

Computing

Information & Creative Technology (R2E)

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

Qualification

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

Diploma (Level 1)

Sep 2016

Entry Requirements

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Award (Entry Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 1)

Sep 2016

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

26/10/2015

(Level 1)

29/10/2015

(Level 1)

29/10/2015

(Level 1)

29/10/2015

Community Learning

08/10/2015

Community Learning

08/10/2015

Community Learning

08/10/2015

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Intermediate Certificate (Level 5)

Sep 2016

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Award (Level 1)

31/08/2015

◆

16/09/2015

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

14/09/2015

◆

Award (Level 2)

29/02/2016

◆

Certificate (Level 3)

TBC

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

28/09/2015

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

28/09/2015

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

90-Credit Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

First Award (Level 1/Level 2)

Sep 2016

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(Level 4)

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INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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Curriculum Area

Course Title

Computing

Computing & Systems Development

Computing

Computing & Systems Development

Science

Science B

Science

Applied Science

Science

Applied Science

Science

Applied Biology

Science

Applied Biology

Early Years

CCLD

Early Years

CCLD

Early Years

Children’s Play, Learning & Development

Early Years

Supporting Teaching & Learning

Early Years

Children, Families & Community Health

Early Years

110

IT (16–18 ONLY OFFER FOR AS STUDENTS)

Children, Families & Community Health

Health & Social Care

Counselling Concepts

Health & Social Care

Counselling Skills

Health & Social Care

Therapeutic Counselling

Health & Social Care

British Sign Language

Health & Social Care

British Sign Language

Health & Social Care

Supporting Teaching & Learning

Health & Social Care

Supporting Teaching & Learning

Future Routes

Progression (R2E)

Future Routes

Behaviour Management

Beauty Therapy

Beauty Therapy General

Beauty Therapy

Sports Massage Therapy (24+ LOAN)

Beauty Therapy

Beauty General

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

Qualification

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

Entry Requirements

Certificate

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

GCSE (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

First Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Foundation Degree

Sep 2016

◆

Foundation Degree

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Award (Level 2)

22/09/2015

Certificate (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

(Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

(Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate/Diploma (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Award

04/11/2015

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Course Listings

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COURSE LISTINGS

INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

* indicates additional start dates ◆ indicates additional requirements apply Contact us on 01476 400200 for further details.

Curriculum Area

Course Title

Beauty Therapy

Beauty Therapy – Massage

Beauty Therapy

Reflexology (24+ LOAN)

Beauty Therapy

Advanced Waxing*

Beauty Therapy

Spray Tan Application*

Beauty Therapy

Hot Stone Massage

Beauty Therapy

Indian Head Massage*

Beauty Therapy

Hopi Ear*

Beauty Therapy

Eye Lash Extensions

Beauty Therapy

Threading

Beauty Therapy

Hair & Beauty Management

Beauty Therapy

Hair & Beauty Management

Hairdressing

Introduction to Hair & Beauty (R2E)

Hairdressing

Hair

Hairdressing

Barbering

Hairdressing

Women’s Hairdressing

Hairdressing

Qualified Hairdresser Skills Refresher*

Hairdressing

Hair & Beauty Management

Hairdressing

112

Hair & Beauty Management

Hospitality & Catering

Introduction to Food Preparation & Cooking

Hospitality & Catering

Professional Cookery

Hospitality & Catering

Introduction to Food Preparation & Cooking (R2E)

Hospitality & Catering

Professional Food & Beverage Service

Hospitality & Catering

Professional Cookery

Hospitality & Catering

Professional Cookery

Hospitality & Catering

Food & Beverage Service

Hospitality & Catering

Professional Cookery

Hospitality & Catering

Food & Beverage Service Supervision

Hospitality & Catering

Professional Cookery

Hospitality & Catering

Food Safety

Hospitality & Catering

Introduction to Sugarcraft

Hospitality & Catering

Creative Christmas Cakes

Hospitality & Catering

Improving Sugarcraft Skills

Hospitality & Catering

A Taste of Spring Cupcakes

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

Qualification

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

Entry Requirements

(Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

13/04/2016

11/11/2015

09/12/2015

25/11/2015

21/10/2015

02/05/2016

14/12/2015

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

03/11/2015

◆

(Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

03/11/2015

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

(Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

(Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

(Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Award (Level 2)

TBC

Sep 2015

Nov 2015

Jan 2016

Mar 2016

Course Listings

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INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

* indicates additional start dates ◆ indicates additional requirements apply Contact us on 01476 400200 for further details.

Curriculum Area

Course Title

Hospitality & Catering

Sugarcraft – Wired Flower Corsage

Hospitality & Catering

Sugarcraft – Royal Icing Techniques

Hospitality & Catering

Sugarcraft – Sugar Paste Techniques

Hospitality & Catering

Sugarcraft – Sugar Floral Display

Travel & Tourism

Travel & Tourism (R2E)

Travel & Tourism

Travel

Travel & Tourism

Travel (24+ LOAN)

Travel & Tourism

Travel & Tourism (inc. Air Cabin Crew)

Languages

Introduction to Holiday French*

Languages

Holiday French*

Languages

Introduction to Holiday Italian*

Languages

Holiday Italian*

Languages

Introduction to Holiday Spanish*

Languages

Holiday Spanish*

Languages

French

Languages

Italian

Languages

Introduction to Holiday Turkish*

Languages

Holiday Turkish*

Sport

Sport (R2E)

Sport

Sport (CF&D)

Sport

Sport (Coaching & Sports Development)

Sport

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Sport (Coaching & Sports Development)

Public Services

Public Services (R2E)

Public Services

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

Qualification

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

TBC

Entry Requirements

TBC

Extended Certificate (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Certificate (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

90-Credit Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Community Learning Community Learning Community Learning

03/11/2015

24/11/2015

04/11/2015

25/11/2015

05/11/2015

26/11/2015

(Level 1)

25/02/2016

◆

(Level 1)

23/02/2016

◆

Community Learning

03/11/2015

17/11/2015

◆

Technical Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Technical Certificate (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Award (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

90-Credit Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Award (Level 1)

Sep 2016

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Extended Certificate (Level 2)

Sep 2016

◆

Course Listings

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COURSE LISTINGS

INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

* indicates additional start dates â&#x2014;&#x2020; indicates additional requirements apply Contact us on 01476 400200 for further details.

Curriculum Area

Course Title

Public Services

Public Services (24+ LOAN)

Public Services

Introduction to Navigation*

Public Services

Advanced Navigation (additional costs)*

Public Services

Public Services Teacher Education

Public Services PT

Teacher Education

PGCE/Certificate in Education Year 1

Teacher Education

Special Educational Needs & Disabilities

Teacher Education

ILT in the Lifelong Learning Sector (University of Bedfordshire)

Teacher Education

Continuing Professional Development in Teaching Learners with Additional Needs (University of Bedfordshire)

Teacher Education

Continuing Professional Development in Teaching English (Literacy CPD) in the Lifelong Learning Sector (University of Bedfordshire)

Teacher Education

Professional Development in Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy CPD) in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Teacher Education

Teaching Students with Additional Needs Understanding IQA

Teacher Education

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AET (Award in Education & Training)*

Practising IQA

Teacher Education

Understanding Assessment

Teacher Education

Workplace Assessment

Teacher Education

Vocationally Related Assessment

Teacher Education

Dyslexia Awareness*

Teacher Education

Supporting Learners with Dyslexia

Teacher Education

Maths for Numeracy Teaching

Teacher Education

English for Literacy, Language & Numeracy Teaching

Teacher Education

English for Literacy & Maths for Numeracy Teaching

GCSE

English Language (Day & Evening available)

GCSE

Mathematics P/T (Evening)

GCSE

Mathematics (Day & Evening available)

Functional Skills

Functional Skills Maths* (Day & Evening available)

Functional Skills

Functional Skills Maths* (Day & Evening available)

Functional Skills

Functional Skills Maths* (Day & Evening available)

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

Qualification

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

Entry Requirements

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

Subsidiary Diploma (Level 3)

Sep 2016

◆

14/10/2015

Community Learning Community Learning

23/01/2016

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

28/09/2015

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

28/09/2015

◆

Award (Level 3)

16/09/2015

◆

Certificate

Sep 2016

◆

Foundation Degree

Sep 2016

◆

University Certificate (Level 5)

05/11/2015

◆

University Certificate

14/09/2015

◆

University Certificate

14/09/2015

◆

University Certificate

14/09/2015

◆

Certificate

05/11/2015

◆

Award (Level 4)

TBC

◆

Award (Level 4)

TBC

◆

Award (Level 3)

TBC

◆

Award (Level 3)

TBC

◆

Award (Level 3)

TBC

◆

Award (Level 2)

22/09/2015

◆

Award (Level 3)

23/09/2015

◆

(Level 2)

16/09/2015

◆

(Level 3)

16/09/2015

◆

Award (Level 3)

15/09/2015

◆

GCSE (Level 2)

15/09/2015

◆

GCSE (Level 2)

17/09/2015

◆

GCSE (Level 2)

16/09/2015

◆

(Entry Level 1)

21/09/2015

◆

(Entry Level 2)

21/09/2015

◆

(Entry Level 3)

21/09/2015

◆

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COURSE LISTINGS

* indicates additional start dates â&#x2014;&#x2020; indicates additional requirements apply Contact us on 01476 400200 for further details.

Curriculum Area

Course Title

Functional Skills

Functional Skills Maths* (Day & Evening available)

Functional Skills

Functional Skills Maths* (Day & Evening available)

Functional Skills

Functional Skills English* (Day & Evening available)

Functional Skills

Functional Skills English* (Day & Evening available)

Functional Skills

Functional Skills English* (Day & Evening available)

ESOL

Introduction to UK Culture* (Day & Evening available)

ESOL

Speaking & Listening (Must enrol on Introduction to UK Culture first) (Day)

ESOL

Speaking & Listening (Must enrol on Introduction to UK Culture first) (Day & Evening available)

ESOL

Speaking & Listening (Must enrol on Introduction to UK Culture first) (Day & Evening available)

ESOL

Reading & Writing (Day)

ESOL

Reading & Writing (Day & Evening available)

ESOL

Reading & Writing (Day & Evening available)

ESOL

Functional Skills (Day)

ESOL

Functional Skills (Day)

Employer Training

Plumbing & Heating

Employer Training

Trowel Occupations

Employer Training

Retail Skills

Employer Training

Sales

Employer Training

Customer Service

Employer Training

Construction Centre Operations

Employer Training

Team Leading

Employer Training

Business & Administration

Employer Training

Children & Young People's Workforce

Employer Training

Health & Social Care

Employer Training

Proficiency in Food Industry Skills

Employer Training

Customer Service

Employer Training

Advice & Guidance

Employer Training

Business & Administration

Employer Training

Management

Employer Training

Children & Young People's Workforce

Employer Training

Specialist Support for Teaching & Learning in Schools

Employer Training

Health & Social Care

Employer Training 118

INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Advice & Guidance

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education Qualification

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

(Level 1)

21/09/2015

Entry Requirements ◆

(Level 2)

21/09/2015

◆

(Entry Level 3)

21/09/2015

◆

(Level 1)

21/09/2015

◆

(Level 2)

21/09/2015

◆

Community Learning

21/09/2015

(Entry Level 1)

12/10/2015

◆

(Entry Level 2)

13/10/2015

◆

(Entry Level 3 )

14/10/2015

◆

(Entry Level 1)

07/03/2016

◆

(Entry Level 2)

08/03/2016

◆

(Entry Level 3)

09/03/2016

◆

(Level 1)

24/09/2015

◆

22/09/2015

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

FLEXI

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

FLEXI

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

FLEXI

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

FLEXI

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

FLEXI

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

FLEXI

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

FLEXI

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

FLEXI

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

FLEXI

◆

Diploma (Level 2)

FLEXI

◆

Certificate (Level 2)

FLEXI

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

FLEXI

◆

Certificate (Level 3)

FLEXI

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

FLEXI

◆

Certificate (Level 3)

FLEXI

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

FLEXI

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

FLEXI

◆

Diploma (Level 3)

FLEXI

◆

Diploma (Level 4)

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2)

Course Listings

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COURSE LISTINGS Curriculum Area

INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

* indicates additional start dates ◆ indicates additional requirements apply Contact us on 01476 400200 for further details.

Course Title

Employer Training

Health & Social Care

Employer Training

Leadership for Care (Adults)

Employer Training

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Leadership for Children's Care Management

Employer Training

17th Edition – Incorporating Amendment 1:2011*

Employer Training

Food Safety Award*

Employer Training

Supervising Food Safety*

Employer Training

NEBOSH Management of Health & Safety (NGC1)

Employer Training

NEBOSH General Certificate Pathway (NGC 2&3)

Employer Training

NEBOSH – Construction Pathway (NCC1 + NCC2)

Employer Training

Customer Service

Employer Training

Certificate Retail

Apprenticeships

Accounting

Apprenticeships

Beauty Therapy

Apprenticeships

Bricklaying

Apprenticeships

Business Administration

Apprenticeships

Carpentry & Joinery (Site only)

Apprenticeships

Customer Service

Apprenticeships

Early Years

Apprenticeships

Engineering

Apprenticeships

Food Industry Skills

Apprenticeships

Hairdressing

Apprenticeships

Health & Social Care

Apprenticeships

Hospitality & Catering

Apprenticeships

IT, System Support, Software Development

Apprenticeships

Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Apprenticeships

Plumbing & Heating

Apprenticeships

Support Teaching & Learning

Apprenticeships

Warehouse & Storage

Higher Education

Art & Design

Higher Education

Art & Design

Higher Education

Creative Media Production

Higher Education

Creative Media Production

Higher Education

Performing Arts – Acting Level

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

Qualification

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

Diploma (Level 4)

FLEXI

Entry Requirements ◆

Diploma (Level 5)

FLEXI

◆

Diploma (Level 5)

FLEXI

◆

(Level 3)

25/09/2015

◆

(Level 2)

28/09/2015

◆

Award (Level 3)

21/09/2015

◆

(Level 2)

14/06/2015

◆

(Level 2)

09/11/2015

◆

14/12/2015

◆

FLEXI

◆

FLEXI

◆

(Level 1) (Level 2, Level 3, Level 4)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3, Level 4)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3, Level 4)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2, Level 3)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

(Level 2)

See pages 92-95

FLEXI

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Course Listings

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INDICATION OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

* indicates additional start dates ◆ indicates additional requirements apply Contact us on 01476 400200 for further details.

Course Title

Higher Education

Performing Arts – Acting

Higher Education

Electrical Engineering

Higher Education

Mechanical Engineering

Higher Education

Mechanical Engineering

Higher Education

Electrical Engineering

Higher Education

Construction & the Built Environment

Higher Education

Business Management

Higher Education

Business

Higher Education

Computing & Systems Development

Higher Education

Computing & Systems Development

Higher Education

Applied Biology

Higher Education

Applied Biology

Higher Education

Children, Families & Community Health

Higher Education

Health & Social Care

Higher Education

Health & Social Care

Higher Education

Hair & Beauty Management

Higher Education

Hair & Beauty Management

Higher Education

Sport (Coaching & Sports Development)

Higher Education

Sport (Coaching & Sports Development)

Higher Education

Sports Coaching

Higher Education

Public Services

Higher Education

Public Services

Higher Education

PGCE/Certificate in Education

Higher Education

ILT in the Lifelong Learning Sector (University of Bedfordshire)

Higher Education

Continuing Professional Development in Teaching Learners with Additional Needs (University of Bedfordshire)

Higher Education

Continuing Professional Development in Teaching English (Literacy CPD) in the Lifelong Learning Sector (University of Bedfordshire)

Higher Education

Professional Development in Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy CPD) in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Higher Education

Special Educational Needs & Disabilities

Higher Education

Teaching Students with Additional Needs

5 GCSEs A*–C 2 GCSEs A*–D Higher Education

2 GCSEs A*–F 3 GCSEs A*–C

Qualification

3 GCSEs A*–D 4 GCSEs A*–D

4 GCSEs A*–C No formal qualifications

Duration (Weeks)

Start Date

Entry Requirements

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Foundation Degree

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Foundation Degree

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Sep 2016

◆

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate (Level 5/6)

Sep 2016

◆

University Certificate (Level 5)

05/11/2015

◆

University Certificate

14/09/2015

◆

University Certificate

14/09/2015

◆

University Certificate

14/09/2015

◆

Foundation Degree

Sep 2016

◆

Certificate

05/11/2015

◆

Course Listings

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THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW: APPLICATIONS & FINANCE We welcome applications throughout the year – and as many courses get oversubscribed, we advise you to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. If you need any advice or have specific concerns at any stage of the application process, you are welcome to make an appointment with the College Careers Adviser. Please call our Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment Team on 01476 400200 and they will be happy to help. The team will also be happy to help with general enquiries. STUDENT FINANCE We understand that studying at college may cause financial problems. We have a Student Finance department that provides both existing and prospective students with advice and guidance in relation to Student Finance, while also providing financial support to students studying at Grantham College. We may be able to help you with support from the different funds available to us, depending on your age and personal circumstances. These include the 24+ Advanced Learning Loan, 16–19 Bursary Fund, 19+ Further Education Discretionary Support Fund, Care to Learn – childcare for students under the age of 20 at the start of their course, Student Travel Fund for those aged 16– 18 who live out of the area, and Higher Education (HE) finance applications. If you are aged 16–19 and are in care, a care leaver or receive income support in your own right, you may be entitled to a bursary of up to £1,200 per year. Please 124

let us know if that applies to you as soon as possible! For further information please contact Jo Bowman, the Student Finance Officer, on 01476 400281. FREE MEALS Eligible students aged 16–18 who elect to come to college to further their education will now be able to access free meals at college, just as they would at a school sixth form. For further information contact Jo Bowman, the Student Finance Officer, at jbowman@grantham.ac.uk or on 01476 400281. RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT SCHEME The residential funding will support you if you wish to study courses at Level 2 or Level 3 and are under 19 from 1 September 2016. It is only available to you if your course is not available locally and is beyond daily travel in terms of either time or distance. This scheme is particularly appropriate for applicants to the Sports Academies. For further information please telephone 01476 400281. TRAVEL ASSISTANCE If you are applying for Further Education programmes, you must firstly apply to your Local Education Authority (LEA) for assistance with travel. If your LEA is unable to help, there may be support available from the college. ADDITIONAL COSTS For some courses such as Hospitality & Catering and Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy you will require special clothes and equipment. You will be given details of what is required at interview. If your course includes physical education you will need appropriate sportswear.

FREE COURSE FEES If you will be under 19 as of 1 September 2016, the courses listed in this prospectus may be FREE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; there are no registration, tuition or examination fees. However, there will be a charge should you need to re-sit examinations. Tuition fees for students aged 19 or over as of 1 September 2016 will be charged in accordance with the Skills Funding Agency guidelines. Further details will be published on the Grantham College website as soon as they are available. Tuition for some courses may be free of charge to people in receipt of certain means-tested benefits or for those in certain age categories who are working towards or undertaking a first Level 2 or Level 3 qualification. If you are claiming Jobseekerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Allowance, contact the Student Finance Officer on 01476 400281, who will be pleased to advise you on how it is possible to study courses listed in this prospectus and still claim your benefit. OVERSEAS AND NON-UK STUDENTS Please note that financial information provided in this course guide relates to students who have been normally resident in the UK or EU for at least three years. Different fee arrangements may apply to you if you fall outside this category or are resident overseas. Contact the Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment Team on 01476 400200 for specific advice and guidance. COLLEGE POLICIES SAFEGUARDING Grantham College has a statutory and moral duty to ensure that the college functions with a view to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults receiving

education and training at the college. The governing body is committed to ensuring that the college provides a safe environment for students to learn in, identifies children and vulnerable adults who are suffering, or likely to suffer, significant harm, and takes appropriate action to see that such children and vulnerable adults are kept safe, both at home and at the college. To this end, Grantham College has a Safeguarding Policy which sets out the steps we take to protect these individuals and the procedures we would use to deal with any issues. A copy of the Safeguarding Policy is available from the Assistant Principal, Services for Students, on 01476 404376, who will provide any further information you may require. DISABILITY STATEMENT The college is committed to providing education and training for all sections of the community. A full copy of the College Disability Statement is available upon request from the Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment Team. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES & DIVERSITY The college is committed to equality of opportunity for all students irrespective of race, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, religion or belief. We expect everyone who comes to our college to be able to participate fully and achieve their full potential in a safe and supportive environment. If you have learning difficulties, a variety of facilities are provided so that you can take part in the full range of courses.

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rrsalons At R&R Salons we aim to offer a full personal consultation prior to any treatment, within a professional and relaxed environment. Products and after care will be discussed during your service to enable you to maintain your look at home. To complement our extensive choice of services, we sell a variety of retail products including Tigi products from the Bed Head, Catwalk & S Factor ranges.

Opening Times Monday & Tuesday 9.30am–4.00pm Wednesday 12.00pm–5.00pm Thursday 9.00pm–4.45pm Friday 9.00pm–4.30pm

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One of Granthamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best kept secrets is the Apple Tree restaurant, which, incidentally, also has one of the finest views of the town. The restaurant is situated on the top floor of the main block at Grantham College, and is operated by Hospitality & Catering students. We are open to the public for lunches four days a week (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri) and for dinner on Tuesdays and Thursdays. In addition, the restaurant can be booked for private functions, celebrations, meetings, fundraisers or training events.

Booking is essential and can be made by visiting the restaurant in person or by telephoning 01476 400227.

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Refectory at Grantham College is THE ideal venue for any wedding reception, birthday party, charity event or sports presentation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in fact any event which requires a great space, flexibility, plenty of car parking and everything on one level. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a well-stocked, newly refurbished licensed bar with drinks at great prices, the choice to bring your own catering or take advantage of the many buffet menu options in-house.

Refectory is licensed for entertainment with a new stage for 2015 available to hire. We can even suggest bands and discos with whom we have worked.

For more information and to request a brochure please call Refectory on 01476 400222 or see our Facebook page www.facebook.com/refectorygrantham

Note: While the college has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this guide, it reserves the right to make appropriate modifications without prior notice. Courses advertised are subject to withdrawal from the college programme if numbers are insufficient.

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