Grantham College Higher Education Prospectus 2016/17 by Grantham College

Higher education 2016/17

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 whilst 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, whilst 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: ■■ Fit in learning around your own commitments ■■ Keep your social life ■■ Live at home or independently whilst you study ■■ Avoid racking up large student debts. IQER – Top Marks Grantham College has been awarded the highest possible result for the quality of its Higher Education provision following a recent review by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA). QAA, similar to Ofsted but for university level courses, introduced a new method of inspection called IQER, which is specifically devised to assess how Further Education colleges meet their responsibilities for Higher Education and maintain the level of the university type courses. Grantham College was successful in all areas, which included academic standards, quality of learning and accuracy of public information. Small Class Sizes Our small class sizes of between 12 and 15 students 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 please visit www.grantham.ac.uk/higher-education

CONTENTS INFORMATION & GUIDANCE 04 06 07 45 51

Testimonials Finance & Applications Qualifications Guide Access to Higher Education Facilities & Support

HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES 08 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 34

Applied Biology Art & Design Business Children, Families & Community Health Health & Social Care Computing & Systems Development Creative Media Production Engineering Hair & Beauty Management Performing Arts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Acting Sports Coaching Teaching & Education Special Educational Needs & Disabilities

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS 38 40 42 46 48

Human Resources Leadership for Care Management Accounting Higher Apprenticeships

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TESTIMONIALS PGCE DTTLS

Jennifer Newhouse

Carole Lucas The Diploma course experience has helped me to build self confidence and leadership skills while inspiring and motivating me to become a better teacher. It has been hard work to juggle a full-time job and studying, but it was the best move I have made in my adult life and I am really proud of what I have achieved and accomplished. The experience has made a real difference to my life in general and has helped me become more rounded as a person.

The PGCE course experience has enhanced my personal development beyond my expectations. I have new skills and the confidence to use them that go beyond the teaching and training setting, which have helped me to successfully apply for a new role. Through expert guidance from the tutors, I have stretched myself and found abilities I never thought I had, which in turn have sparked a desire to do more. I am now a coach mentor and look forward to supporting others to do the same.

HND Computing & Systems Development

James Tranmer

Over the past two years this course has become a lifesaver for me. It has given me the opportunity to study in Higher Education through a route parallel to conventional ones. The criteria is very broad and allows us to gain experience and knowledge in all areas of IT including Hardware, Networking and Programming. Jo Bowman, Student Finance Officer, has been highly supportive and has helped me every step of the way to organise my finances over the past two years.

Foundation Degree in Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Deciding to embark on the SEND course was one of the best decisions I have made. The course has had a positive impact on the development of my career and the content has been stimulating. Deadlines have been achievable and our lecturer and fellow students have been most supportive throughout my studies.

Ashley Blake

I would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in teaching children and young people with special educational needs. I hope to continue at the end of the course and achieve a full degree.

The HNC and HND courses in Art & Design have given me hands-on experience with many different forms of artistic genre, including drawing, ceramics, graphic art, glass and metalwork, and photography.

Jill Warsop

I have had the opportunity to research and explore many artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; work, facilitated and enhanced by the programme of gallery and exhibition visits included in the course.

HNC Applied Science

Kim Oliver-Gayton Lecturers are very supportive. This course has helped me get into university and to progress into Veterinary Bioscience.

HND Art & Design

This course has secured me a place at university, where I will be studying Veterinary Nursing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a very science-based course which I now feel more prepared for.

Rosemarie Foster HNC Applied Science

The Diploma course has empowered me to be able to pursue a career I never thought was open to me. Over the last two years I have come to understand the theories and principles behind all aspects of teaching and learning, as well as gaining a unique and hitherto unknown insight into the psychology involved. My experience of this course has made me a far more accomplished and confident teacher, enabling me to develop the skills needed to make my own teaching as efficient, effective and enjoyable as possible.

Andrew Wilson DTTLS

FINANCE & APPLICATIONS TUITION FEES & FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Maintenance Grant

All students studying in Higher Education are required to pay tuition fees.

A grant of up to *£3,387 per year is available to lower income households. You do not have to pay this back. If your household income is under *£25,000 you will get the full grant. Households with incomes between *£25,000 and £42,620 will get a proportion of the grant.

Tuition fees do not have to be paid ‘up front’. All UK and EU students are eligible to take out a student loan to cover the whole tuition course fee over the duration of their course. The Government’s Student Loans Company ‘Student Finance England’ facilitates the allocation and repayment of loans to university level course students in the UK. There are a few financial packages available that could help you pay for the costs of studying.

If you need to apply for a tuition fee loan, maintenance loan, and/or maintenance grant simply log on to https://www.gov.uk/applyonline-for-student-finance and complete the form. You can apply online as soon as you have applied to us.

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT These include:

Tuition Fee Loan A loan that covers the full cost of tuition fees over the duration of your course. Your fees are paid directly from Student Finance England so please ensure that you apply to them on time.

Maintenance Loan A loan to help with living costs. Students from lower income households may be eligible for more.

HOW TO APPLY

You could be eligible for more financial support if you have a disability or learning difficulty or if you have adults or children who are dependent on you.

DISABLED STUDENTS’ ALLOWANCE (DSA) Local Education Authorities (LEAs) can award DSAs to part-time and full-time undergraduate students who can show that they have a disability, mental health condition or specific learning difficulty that affects their ability to

All applications should be made directly to the college. For additional information, please telephone 01242 227 788.

study. The DSA helps pay for any extra costs as a direct result of your learning disability or learning difficulty. The allowance can help with the cost of a non-medical personal helper, items of specialist equipment, travel and other course-related costs.

For more information contact our Student Finance Officer, Jo Bowman on 01476 400281 or Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment on 01476 400200 for the latest fee information. * based on 2015/16

If you wish to join an Access programme, an HNC, Part-Time Foundation Degree or a Certificate in Education/University Diploma, simply contact the college Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment Team by telephone on 01476 400200 and they will send you an application form. Alternatively, you can apply online via our website www.grantham.ac.uk/apply

Note: Whilst 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.

QUALIF ICATIONS GUIDE HIGHER EDUCATION IS ABOUT TAKING YOUR EDUCATION TO THE NEXT LEVEL.

A range of qualification levels are 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, Bishop Grosseteste University and various awarding bodies, you have the opportunity to study right up to degree level. The illustration below shows the different types of Higher Education qualifications offered by the college, the entry requirements needed for each level and how the qualifications compare against each other.

LEVEL

■■ HNC ■■ NVQ 4

■■ Foundation Degree ■■ HND ■■ NVQ 5

Entry Requirements: Dependent on course.

Entry Requirements: 2 A Levels, Access or equivalent, AVCE, or National Diploma.

LEVEL

■■ Degree Entry Requirements: Dependent on course; guidance will be given.

STILL NEED ADVICE? Please give our Advice & Guidance staff a call on 01476 400200 07

applied biology

HNC Applied Biology Level

Duration HNC 1 year You Need You need a minimum of 120 UCAS points from a Level 3 Diploma programme, a minimum of 2 A Levels or an Access to Higher Education programme. GCSE grades A–C in English and Maths. Mature students with related work experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered at interview on their experience, enthusiasm and commitment. Method of Assessment The course is assessed via a variety of assessment methods including: assignments, reports, presentations, observations and practical work.

Course Content The Higher National Certificate and Diploma will give you the following skills: ■■ Equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to succeed in employment in biologically based industries ■■ Allow progression to an undergraduate degree or further professional qualification ■■ Provide you with specialist studies relevant to individual vocations and professions in which you are working, or intend to seek employment, such as the biological sciences and their related industries ■■ Help you to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attributes essential for successful performance in working life. The HNC course in Applied Biology comprises a range of mandatory units and specialist units. These include: ■■ Cell Biology ■■ Biochemistry of Macromolecules & Metabolic Pathways ■■ Physiology of Cellular Systems in Animals ■■ Laboratory Techniques for Applied Biology. Examples of specialist units include: ■■ Molecular Biology & Genetics ■■ Chemistry for Applied Biologists ■■ Work-based Experience – where you will have the opportunity to secure work experience in your chosen area of Biology/Nursing. Opportunities Some students may wish to make the commitment required by this qualification in order to enter a specialist area of employment in the Biological Sciences or progress into Higher Education. This may lead to second-year entry for some Biology related degrees. Other students may want to extend the specialism they followed on the Edexcel BTEC Level 4 HNC programme.

art & design

HNC/HND Art & Design Level

4/5

Duration HNC 1 year/HND 2 years You Need

The Visual, Performing Arts & Media department at Grantham is a wonderful place where you can develop and expand your skills and abilities as a creative practitioner within these art forms. In our state-of-the-art, three-storey Arts Centre we will support and guide you as you build the understanding, knowledge, skills and confidence to explore and realise your ideas.

A minimum of 120 UCAS points. You will need to have passed a previous qualification in Art & Design as well as a Level 2 qualification in English. If you are an adult learner with different or no qualifications then your prior knowledge and experience will be taken into account at application and interview stage.

Course Content The Higher National Certificate (HNC) is the first year of the two-year Diploma (HND) course and can be taken as a standalone qualification or as the first year of a two-year programme. It comprises a wide range of creative units. The course will introduce you to a broad range of practical skills in both two and three dimensions and develops a critical awareness of the historical, contextual and social issues relevant to contemporary art and design practice. The first year of the course (HNC) is made up of a variety of modules, including: ■■ Visual Communication in Art & Design ■■ Ideas Generation & Development

Method of Assessment

■■ Professional Practice

Assessment is through continuous coursework, such as practical projects, visual and oral presentations and written assignments.

■■ Project Design, Implementation & Evaluation.

Opportunities The course aims to provide opportunities for students to gain a nationally recognised qualification to enter employment or progress to Higher Education such as a Full-Time degree in Art, Craft & Design or related area. There are a wide variety of careers available in the creative industries and this is a growth area nationally. Traditional careers include professional artist, freelance designer in industrial/ product design, graphic design, packaging design, glass design, exhibition design, interior and spatial design, illustrator and photographer.

The course will enable you to explore your own individual creative approach to identifying a professional pathway towards two-dimensional and three-dimensional creative visual arts practice. This will be supported through live projects, competitions, visiting speakers and trips which will be set to inspire and promote a broad understanding, along with essential links to the creative industries. The second year of the programme aims to give you the opportunity to specialise in a particular area based on the specialisms of staff and facilities here at Grantham. These currently include: ■■ Ceramics – hand build, slip casting, plaster mould making, Raku, throwing wheels, gas/electric kilns ■■ Glass – cutting, forming, casting, kiln work ■■ Print – etching, lino, collagraph, dry point ■■ Metal – casting, brazing & chip forge area ■■ Wood – carving, turning ■■ Photography – studio, darkroom & digital ■■ Graphic Design Studio & Mac suite.

business

HNC/HND Business Level

4/5

Duration HNC 1 year/HND 2 years You Need A minimum of 120 UCAS points from a Level 3 programme. You are also required to have a Level 2 or a grade C or above in English and/or Maths at GCSE level. You will need to provide references and attend an interview prior to acceptance.

Businesses are at the core of new ideas and products both online and on our high street. This course is designed for a wide range of individuals who want to gain the academic knowledge and understanding of how a business runs. Under the guidance of our experienced staff you will look into business functions including decision making, financial resources and marketing principles.

Method of Assessment Assessment will be carried out for each module using a variety of methods including assignments, presentations, research projects, personal journal and other locally devised assessments.

Course Content This course is designed to provide for the needs of a wide range of individuals who wish to gain academic knowledge and understanding of how business works, and to evaluate the application of business principles. The HNC covers the essential elements of business operations through group projects and practical assignments. There are no examinations in the HNC, which reflects the real working environment that the course explores. The HND Level 5 qualification develops students’ abilities and personal skills in management, analysis and presentation of information, to enable them to become independent learners, and it gives them a clear route to employment and degree courses. The units for this programme have been selected to offer the best opportunities for progression, both academically and professionally. Core areas of study include: ■■ Business Decision Making ■■ Business Environment ■■ Business Strategy ■■ Contracts & Negligence ■■ Managing Financial Resources & Decisions ■■ Marketing Principles ■■ Organisational Behaviour ■■ Research Project. Opportunities On successful completion of the course there is the opportunity to progress to the second or third year of an undergraduate degree or directly into employment in an associated profession.

children, families & c o m m u n i t y h e a lt h

Foundation Degree Children, Families & Community Health Level

4/5

Duration 3 years Part-Time, 1 day p/w You Need

If you are currently working or wish to work in the community, with children and families and those who work in childcare facilities, this course will benefit you. Looking at areas such as health and physiology and the social context of family life, careers upon successful completion could include: Community Family Worker, Health Visiting Assistant or Parent Support Adviser.

Course Content This course allows you to access Higher Education in conjunction with the University of Bedford with or without formal qualifications, although a Level 3 qualification in a Care or Early Years related subject would be beneficial.

1 A Level or equivalent Level 3 course + GCSE English and Maths or a portfolio of learning and experience in the relevant care environment.

The course is made up of 16 units covering a variety of topic areas including:

You may also be eligible for the course based on your previous experience through Accreditation of Prior and Experiential Learning (APEL). This is a process that enables people of all ages and backgrounds to receive formal recognition for skills and knowledge they already possess. If you think the APEL system would help you to gain entry to the course please contact the Course Leader for further information.

■■ Introduction to Developmental Psychology

All students are required to obtain a current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If you are not currently employed in the Health & Social Care sector you will need to have organised a placement prior to commencement of this course.

■■ Childhood Health & Physiology ■■ Community, Health & Wellbeing ■■ Language & Communication Development ■■ Social Context of Family Life ■■ Strategies for Parenting ■■ Study Skills, Research & Personal Development. Studying on this course will enable you to enhance your professional qualifications and develop your personal and professional skills allowing for progression to the final year of study at degree level. Opportunities On completing this course, students will have greater knowledge, skills base and enhanced qualities that will better prepare them for their employment in the Health & Social Care and Child Care sectors. Possible career developments could be: ■■ Early Years Management/Practitioners ■■ Home Start Workers ■■ Parent Support Advisers ■■ Sure Start Workers.

Method of Assessment Assessments will be carried out at the end of each module, using a variety of methods: for example, essays, reports, phase tests and IT presentations. Each module successfully achieved equates to 15 credits at either Level 1 or 2.

On successful completion of their Foundation Degree, students may choose to apply to continue their studies and top up their qualification to a full Honours Degree at a university of their choice.

h e a lt h & s o c i a l c a r e

HNC/HND Health & Social Care Level

4/5

Duration HNC 1 year/HND 2 years You Need

Health & Social Care can be a highly rewarding sector to work in. This course enables you to put your knowledge and practical skills such as communication, Health & Safety and development into practice in the workplace. Because this course is handson, you will be taught using a variety of methods which will enable you to relate theorytaught sessions to practical work carried out in the workplace.

4 GCSEs grades A–C (including English and Maths) and a BTEC National Diploma in Health & Social Care, or GNVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care, or a GCE Advanced level profile which demonstrates a strong performance in a relevant subject, or an Access to Higher Education Certificate and have related work experience or be working in Health & Social Care. All students are required to have or obtain a current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) record. If you are not currently employed in the Health & Social Care sector you will need to have organised a placement prior to commencement of the course. Method of Assessment This course is assessment based through a variety of academic assessments, presentations, reports and essays.

Course Content This qualification provides opportunities for students to apply their knowledge and practical skills in the workplace and prepares learners for employment in the Health & Social Care sector. For those already in Health & Social Care settings the course will enhance those skills already in place. Mandatory units include: ■■ Communications in Health & Social Care Organisations ■■ Health & Safety in the Health & Social Care Workplace ■■ Personal & Professional Development in Health & Social Care ■■ Principles of Health & Social Care Practice ■■ Research Project ■■ Working in Partnership in Health & Social Care. You will have to complete mandatory units 1–5 plus 8 optional units depending on credit value. For HNC, 5 mandatory units plus 3 optional units in year 1. For HND, 6 mandatory units plus 6 optional units over a 2-year period. Other units include: ■■ Developing Counselling Skills for Health & Social Care ■■ Empowering Users of Health & Social Care ■■ Health Promotion ■■ Physiological Principles for Health & Social Care ■■ Contemporary Issues in Health & Social Care

Opportunities

■■ Safeguarding in Health & Social Care

On successful completion of the course, there is the opportunity to progress on to degree level or into employment in care home management as a senior carer or apply for nurse training. You can also apply for a course in counselling or social worker training.

■■ Managing Quality in Health & Social Care ■■ Specific Life Events in Health & Social Care ■■ Understanding Specific Needs in Health & Social Care. Varied methods of teaching are used throughout the course including: media, lectures, workshops, external speakers and IT. This enables students to relate theorytaught sessions in their clinical practice placement/ work settings.

computing & systems development

HNC/HND Computing & Systems Development Level

4/5

HNC 1 year/HND 2 years

The HNC is awarded on the successful completion of 8 units and the HND on the successful completion of 16 units.

You Need

Mandatory units include:

A BTEC Level 3 qualification in IT with a minimum of 120 UCAS points. You will also need to have passed a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths. Mature students may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include work experience (paid or unpaid).

■■ Business Skills for e-Commerce: understand the structure and aims of business organisations, understand the impact of e-Commerce and be able to design e-Commerce solutions

Method of Assessment

■■ Employability & Professional Development: be able to take responsibility for own personal and professional development, be able to demonstrate acquired interpersonal and transferable skills, understand the dynamics of working with others and be able to develop strategies for problem solving

Duration

A career in business as a computing and IT professional or in public service in general is what you can expect to go into once successfully completing this course. With the fast-paced world of IT you will learn the most current and up-to-date technologies including business skills for e-Commerce, computer systems and employability and professional development with the option of also studying networking, security and software development.

Course Content

This is a mixture of written assignments, time-constrained assessment and a portfolio of practical work. Opportunities This course will prepare you for a career in business as a computing and IT professional and in public service in general, in areas such as systems analyst, software developer, games developer or website developer. The Edexcel BTEC HNC/HND qualifications are nationally and internationally recognised by employers and professional bodies and are highly regarded in the computing and IT industry, therefore offering the opportunity for gainful employment. Students can also progress directly to the third year of a full degree course at university.

■■ Computer Systems: understand the function of computer systems, be able to design computer systems, be able to build and configure computer systems and be able to undertake routine maintenance of computer systems

■■ Project Design, Implementation & Evaluation: be able to formulate a project, be able to implement the project within agreed procedures and to specification, be able to evaluate the project outcomes and be able to present the project outcomes. Optional units include: ■■ 3D Modelling: Understand how 3D computer modelling and animation are applied in commercial context, be able to create a complex 3D scene, be able to create a 3D model within a scene, be able to produce 3D animations to meet a creative brief ■■ Software Development: Computer Games Design & Development, Distributed Software Applications, Human–Computer Interaction, Programming in .NET ■■ Web: Web Applications Development, Website Design, Website Management.

Creative Media production

HNC/HND Creative Media Production Level

4/5

Duration HNC 1 year/HND 2 years You Need A minimum of a BTEC Level 3 with grades DMM or an equivalent level and type of qualification is normally required for entry to the course. You may also be eligible for the course based on your previous experience through Accreditation of Prior and Experiential Learning (APEL). This is a process that enables people of all ages and backgrounds to receive formal recognition for skills and knowledge they already possess. If you think the APEL system would help you to gain entry to the course please contact the Course Leader for further information.

New for 2016, this course is flexible and tailored to your needs and ability. Expert tutors with excellent subject knowledge and professional experience will guide you through the course.

You will need to provide references and to attend an interview prior to acceptance.

Course Content This course provides opportunities for those who wish to develop the advanced skills in media production which are required for employment in this varied and fast-moving industry. The HNC will be awarded on successful completion of 120 credits and the HND on the achievement of 240 credits. Units for the course include: ■■ Contextual Studies for Creative Media Production ■■ Practical Skills for Moving Image Production ■■ Advertising Production for Television ■■ Drawing Techniques for Computer Game Concept ■■ Research Techniques for Creative Media Production ■■ Script Writing for Moving Image Fiction ■■ Ideas Generation for Computer Games ■■ Work Experience in the Creative Media Sector. Opportunities The successful completion of these courses will allow students the opportunity to progress to the second or third year of an undergraduate degree or to move directly into employment in this fast-paced and creative industry.

Method of Assessment A range of assessments which reflect the nature of the course and assess the type of skills that will be required in a work situation are used to assess the Units and may include: ■■ Film making ■■ Evaluations of work ■■ Logbooks ■■ Presentations ■■ Essays ■■ Scripts.

engineering

HNC/HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Level

Course Content

4/5

The HNC/D in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and Mechanical Engineering are offered on a Part-Time basis.

Duration HNC 1.5 years/HND 3 years

The HNC is awarded on successful completion of 8 units and the HND on successful completion of a further 16 units.

You Need A BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in an engineering discipline or A Level Maths or Physics with supporting passes at GCSE grades A*–C in an appropriate science or technology subject. Other relevant qualifications will also be considered.

Awarded by the University of Bedfordshire, this highly popular course can take several pathways and is aimed at those already or seeking to be employed as a Mechanical or Electrical/Electronic Engineer. Investigating areas such as business improvement and management techniques, engineering design and science will equip you with the skills and techniques to further your career.

Generic units include: HNC

HND

■■ Analytical Methods for Engineers

■■ Business Improvement Techniques

■■ Business Management Techniques

Method of Assessment

■■ Engineering Science

Assessment methods vary for each unit, but will mainly consist of phase tests and assignments. Each unit will be assessed by a combination of methods.

■■ Engineering Design ■■ Industrial Robot Technology.

■■ Programmable Logic Controllers ■■ Project. Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Opportunities

HNC

HND

Once you have successfully completed your HND, you will have gained the qualification for entry onto a final-year degree course in a similar discipline. The HNC and HND qualifications are ideal foundations for career development in the mechanical or electrical engineering industry.

■■ Combinational & Sequential Logic

■■ Electrical & Electronic Principles

■■ Electrical Power

■■ Electronic Principles

■■ Utilisation of Electrical Energy.

■■ Energy Management ■■ Further Electrical Power ■■ Plant & Process Control.

Mechanical Engineering HNC

HND

■■ Advanced Computer Aided Design Techniques

■■ Advanced Machine Tools

■■ Computer Aided Machining ■■ Fluid Mechanics.

■■ Computer Aided Design & Manufacture ■■ Engineering Thermodynamics ■■ Mechanical Principles ■■ Strength of Materials.

hair & beauty management

HNC/HND Hair & Beauty Management Level

4/5

Duration HNC 1 year/HND 2 years You Need A Level 3 vocational qualification/NVQ Advanced Apprenticeship in a related area plus GCSE English. Mature students may present a more varied profile of achievement and will be considered on merit. A minimum of 3 years’ industrial experience in either discipline is desirable but not essential.

A career in the Hair and Beauty industry could be everchanging: as new techniques and trends evolve, you’ll always have something new to learn and perfect. Grantham College offers the blend of practical skills needed with the wider management knowledge to run a professional salon. You will gain hands-on experience using top products by Eve Taylor and L’Oréal. As a Wella GB Centre of Excellence, we have recognition of the high standards of training we offer.

Method of Assessment Assessment will vary for each unit but will consist of assignments/ projects/practical examinations/ end tests and presentations. Opportunities The successful completion of this course may allow the learner to progress to management positions within the hair and beauty industry, ensure that they are better equipped to run their own business, or transfer to other sectors/industries or other university programmes.

Course Content This course allows for opportunities for those who want to develop advanced technical or management knowledge and skills relating to the hairdressing, beauty or associated industries. The HNC will be awarded on successful completion of 120 credits and the HND on successful completion of 240 credits with a minimum of 125 at Level 5.

■■ Research/Project Design, Implementation & Design.

Mandatory units include:

■■ Physiology of Ageing

■■ Management of Health, Safety & Security in the Salon (HNC/D)

■■ Research/Project Design, Implementation & Design.

Specialist units Beauty HNC ■■ Human Resource Management ■■ Managing Financial & Resource Decisions ■■ Aromatherapy for Beauty Therapy ■■ Advanced Epilation Techniques

■■ Salon Management (HNC/D) ■■ Sales Management in the Hair & Beauty Sector (HNC/D)

Specialised units for HND Hair & Beauty

■■ Quality Management of Client Care in the Hair & Beauty Sector (HNC/D).

■■ Personal & Professional Development

Specialist units Hair HNC ■■ Manage the Creation of a Hairstyle Collection

■■ Work-based Experience ■■ Employer Skills ■■ Business Decision Making ■■ Business Strategy

■■ Managing Financial & Resource Decisions

■■ Working with & Leading People

■■ Hair & Scalp Specialist Services

■■ Business Psychology

■■ Provide Indian Head Massage

■■ Public Relations in the Hair & Beauty Sector

■■ Human Resource Management

■■ Laser & Light Treatments for Skin Rejuvenation (Beauty route only).

■■ Chemistry of Hair & Beauty Products

Performing arts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Acting

HNC/HND Performing Arts – Acting Level

4/5

New for 2016, this course is flexible and tailored to your needs and ability. The course is designed for those students wishing to follow a career path in Acting.

You will need to provide references and to attend an interview prior to acceptance. Method of Assessment A range of assessments which reflect the nature of the course and assess the type of skills that will be required in a work situation are used to assess the Units and may include:

Course Content This course provides opportunities for those who wish to develop the advanced skills in Performing Arts – Acting which are required for employment in this varied and fast-moving industry. The HNC will be awarded on successful completion of 120 credits and the HND on the achievement of 240 credits. Units for the course include: ■■ Acting for Camera ■■ Acting for Microphone ■■ Naturalistic Acting ■■ Devising Performance ■■ Development of Acting Skills ■■ Production Skills for Performance ■■ Creative Arts Professional Practice ■■ Creative Arts Research Skills ■■ Work Experience in the Creative Media Sector.

Opportunities HNC students can progress to a second year to attain the HND in Acting. Successful completion of these courses will allow learners the opportunity to progress to the second or third year of an undergraduate degree or to move directly into employment in one of the wide range of areas within the acting profession, such as film, radio or theatre.

■■ Performance ■■ Evaluations ■■ Logbooks ■■ Presentations ■■ Essay.

Sports coaching & sports development

HNC/HND Sports Coaching & Sports Development Level

Duration HNC 1 year/HND 2 years You Need A minimum of 120 UCAS points from a Level 3 programme. You will also require grade C or above in GCSE Maths and English or a Level 2 equivalent. You will be required to attend an interview prior to acceptance where you will be expected to provide a reference. Method of Assessment

Sports Coaching has seen major growth in the last few years with Government initiatives and the 2012 Olympics and Paralympics seeing an increase in people of all ages getting into sports. New for 2016, this course aims to provide you with the opportunity to link theoretical concepts to practical situations.

Assessment will be carried out for each unit studied through a variety of methods including written assignments, research projects, presentations, practicals and, on occasions, an exam.

Course Content The course in Sports Coaching & Sports Development is designed to develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of those interested in sport, sports coaching and sports development. The two-year course will apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations, explore how barriers to participation can affect performance and how initiatives are designed to widen participation. It will also provide opportunities to develop and deliver coaching sessions which will meet the needs of sports performers regardless of age or ability. There will also be opportunities for industry validated qualifications. The units for this programme have been selected to offer a broad and balanced spectrum of the sports industry within the 21st century. Core areas of study include: ■■ Applied Sports Coaching ■■ Evolution of Sports Development ■■ The Sports & Leisure Industry ■■ Research Projects

Opportunities

■■ Principles of Sports Coaching

On successful completion of the course there is the opportunity to top up at university on an undergraduate course or to enter employment within the sports industry, e.g. Leisure Management, National Governing Bodies sport initiatives or independent coaching and personal training.

■■ Managing Sports Development ■■ Work-based Experience ■■ Sports & Exercise Psychology ■■ Anatomy & Physiology for Sport & Exercise.

Teaching & education

Certificate in Education (Post-Compulsory Education)/ Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PostCompulsory Education) Formerly Cert Ed/PGCE Level

5/6

Duration

Course Content

2 years

You Need This course is suitable for qualified adults who are engaged in teaching in the post-compulsory sector. Students must be engaged in teaching in the post-compulsory sector for at least 50 hours per year and have a minimum of a Level 3 qualification or equivalent in the subject they teach. Students must have a minimum Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Maths and English. Method of Assessment Students will be observed a minimum of twice each year. There is a written submission for each module in which students are required to show they can meet the assessment criteria.

This course fully meets the National Standards for teaching and supporting learning in the Education, Training and Skills sector. The course provides opportunities to develop core teaching skills, to link theory to practice, to apply core professional values, to reflect on practice and to collaborate with fellow teachers. Course content comprises: ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■

Assessment & Evaluation Curriculum Design & Development Planning & Preparing for Teaching & Learning Professional Practice 1 & 2 Researching Practice Teaching & Learning Process Theories & Principles of Inclusive Practice.

Opportunities On successful completion, students may wish to progress on to a first degree from the Certificate programme or Masters level qualifications or follow specialist diplomas in a range of subjects.

University Certificate of Continuing Professional Development in Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy CPD) Level

Duration

20 weeks

You Need ■■ At least 50 hours of teaching practice during the course. All teaching practice requirements must be within the relevant specialist area of Skills for Life – Numeracy ■■ Numeracy teaching practice must be undertaken within at least two levels of the Skills for Life curriculum: Entry level and one other – Level 1 or Level 2 ■■ Teaching practice for regulated roles must take place within recognised locations, as defined within regulations ■■ Students will need to evidence Level 3 Personal Skills in Mathematics.

Method of Assessment Assignments vary from essays to portfolio building and journals. Candidates will need to have access to teaching practice and observations will be carried out. Course Content ■■ Using understanding drawn from educational theory to conceptualise the process of developing a command of numeracy/maths ■■ Recognising barriers to numeracy/maths learning and developing strategies to overcome them ■■ Developing and evaluating a range of teaching methods and approaches and associated materials ■■ Developing your own numeracy/maths skills to standards required in subject specifications at NQF Level ■■ Demonstrating threshold standards of quality and consistency of practice ■■ Identifying areas of your practice which can be improved, researching through literature and consulting with tutors, mentors and colleagues as a means to improve those areas ■■ Enhancing your teaching through constructive use of reflection and feedback from students, colleagues, tutors and mentors. Opportunities Further University of Bedfordshire certificates and the Cert Ed/PGCE. This course may also be used to provide evidence for accrediting professional development.

University Certificate of Continuing Professional Development in Teaching Literacy (Literacy CPD) Level

Duration

20 weeks

You Need The minimum entry requirements for this course include a Certificate in Education/PGCE qualification, an equivalent qualification or substantial experience in an appropriate educational or related field, and it is expected that you will be currently in a mentoring role in education. Method of Assessment

Course Content Course content comprises: ■■ Exploration of a range of mentoring styles and practical approaches ■■ Identification of the ethical dimensions of the mentoring role ■■ Reflection on personal mentoring skills and continuing professional development in the role ■■ Review of the professional values and practice for effective mentoring ■■ The stages in developing a mentoring relationship ■■ The theory and practice of the mentoring role.

■■ Mentor’s Learning Plan ■■ Reflective Learning Log (Journal) ■■ Mentee File (Mentor’s records) Case Study. Opportunities Further University of Bedfordshire certificates and the Cert Ed/PGCE. This course may also be used to provide evidence for accrediting professional development. This course is designed to inform and support the work of literacy teachers working within the Education, Training and Skills sector. The award provides an opportunity for focused Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and can be used as building blocks towards a Bachelor of Arts Degree with Honours.

University Certificate of Continuing Professional Development Information & Learning Technology (ILT) in the Lifelong Learning Sector Level

Duration

2 years

You Need A Cert Ed or PGCE and/or the ability to work at Level 5. IT Skills at Level 2 or above. An ability to demonstrate 30 hours of teaching (across 20 weeks) using ILT or e-learning. Method of Assessment Assessment is through a variety of methods including a 2,000-word assignment; participation in online seminar activities; observation of teaching practice; designing resources, schemes of work and lesson plans; and keeping a reflective journal.

Course Content

Opportunities

Course content comprises:

This course is designed to inform and support the work of teachers in the Education, Training and Skills sector with and through the use of Information and Learning Technology (ILT). The award provides an opportunity for focused Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and can be used as a building block towards a Bachelor of Arts Degree with Honours.

■■ The present and potential impact of new technology ILT, e-learning and m-learning theory and practice ■■ Working with and through ILT, e-learning and m-learning ■■ The range, role and limitations of teaching with new technology ■■ The design and evaluation of ILT resources and activities ■■ Reflection on the experience of learning online and with new technology ■■ Supporting teaching, learning, equality and diversity through new technology.

University Certificate of Continuing Professional Development Teaching Students with Additional Needs Level

Duration This is a 20-week blended learning course comprising 15 taught sessions You Need ■■ Students will usually be qualified tutors and there is a requirement for a minimum of 50 hours of practice in learning and teaching environments with disabled learners ■■ There is also a requirement to evidence working with groups of learners as well as individuals to achieve this qualification ■■ The ability to work at HE2/Level 5 or substantial experience in an appropriate educational or related field is required.

Course Content The course consists of two units. Teaching Additional Needs Students: ■■ Understand key theories and research which informs learning and teaching of young people and adults with additional needs ■■ Understand factors including policy, regulatory frameworks and the curriculum influencing inclusive practice for students with additional needs ■■ Understand specialist areas of disability and their impact on learning ■■ Be able to plan and use inclusive learning and teaching for students with additional needs ■■ Understand the impact of a specific impairment on teaching and learning ■■ Evaluate own strengths and areas for improvement in a specific area of professional practice. Research in specialist area: ■■ Personal research into a particular area of disability and its impact on teaching and learning.

Method of Assessment A variety of formally assessed pieces of work within a teaching portfolio are required to complete this qualification – these include: 4 lesson observation reports (2 tutor, 2 mentor); personal development planner to plan your development; lesson plans including justifications to demonstrate your ability to plan for inclusivity (for 10 hours of teaching); sample resources (including rationale of how these are used and differentiated) which you have prepared for your students; teaching log to show that you have completed 50 hours of teaching with students with additional needs.

special Educational needs & Disabilities

Foundation Degree Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Level

Duration 3 years Part-Time, 1/2 day p/w You Need

This course provides you with the skills, knowledge and insight to enable you to make a contribution to the learning, development and support of learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The course will present opportunities for you to meet your future personal and professional aspirations and prepare you for academic progression and further study.

Candidates should have a minimum of one year’s practical experience in an employed or voluntary capacity with a written statement of support from the headteacher/manager. Candidates should ideally hold a Diploma, NVQ or Access to HE qualification and a minimum of a Level 2 in English and Maths although other qualifications will be considered and enthusiasm and experience are essential. Candidates should also hold or be willing to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate.

Course Content The programme provides students with the skills, knowledge and insight to enable them to make a contribution to the learning, development and support of learners with SEND with whom they work. It presents opportunities for students to develop personally and professionally to meet their future aspirations. Additionally, it prepares students for progression and further study at BA (Honours) level. In the first year the course will look at: ■■ Tools for Learning ■■ A Social Pedagogy for Learning ■■ Excluded to Included? Changing Perspectives of SEND. Year 2 will look at: ■■ From Childhood to Adulthood ■■ Sensory Integration Disorder (SID) ■■ Contemporary SEND Issues ■■ Minds & Me.

Method of Assessment

In the final year you will look at:

Assessment is through a variety of methods including essays, presentations, journals and portfolios depending on the module content. Access to practical experience of teaching/ supporting learners is required and observations will be carried out on a regular basis.

■■ Practice, Policy & Participation ■■ Comparative Dimensions ■■ Action Research Project. Opportunities On successful completion of this course you will be able to progress on to a BA (Honours) Degree in Applied Education.

Professional qualifications

Professional Qualifications Explained A professional qualification can give you a helping hand to progress in your career. These are practical-based qualifications which ensure that learning can be transferred directly to your work environment, benefiting you and your employer. Find out how we can make a difference for you and your organisation.

What is the ILM? Grantham College offers two management courses through the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM). The ILM is the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest management body, combining industry-leading qualifications and specialist member services. The Management qualifications combine innovative design with a strong focus on developing workplace performance, and are specifically designed to meet the needs of managers and their organisations. Last year 90,000 people enhanced their leadership and management skills with an ILM qualification, while over 30,000 ambitious management professionals secured increased professional recognition and support through ILM membership.

HUMAN RESOURCES

CIPD Human Resource Management Level

Duration

1 year Course Content

You Need A minimum GCSE grade C or equivalent in English and a Level 3 qualification such as: ■■ CIPD Foundation Certificate in HR Practice ■■ CIPD Certificate in Personnel Practice ■■ CIPD Foundation Certificate in Learning & Development Practice ■■ CIPD Certificate in Training Practice or ■■ Two A Levels (or equivalent). Method of Assessment ■■ Including written assignments, business reports and practical assessments ■■ Students will also be assessed via the use of professional discussion and will be expected to keep a record and reflection of this

Intermediate qualifications are ideal for those who: ■■ seek to develop a career in HR management and development ■■ are working in the field of HR management and development and need to extend their knowledge and skills ■■ have responsibility for implementing HR policies and strategies ■■ need to understand the role of HR in the wider organisational and environmental context.

■■ Students need to pass the assignments for each of the units to be awarded the Certificate.

Level

Course Content

Duration

1 year

You Need A CIPD Foundation level qualification. Alternatively, if you work in HR but have no professionally recognised HR qualifications, you can choose to study CIPD Intermediate level qualifications. All applicants will be expected to attend an interview.

■■ Developing Professional Practice ■■ Business Issues & the Context of HR ■■ Using Information in HR ■■ Employee Engagement ■■ Managing & Co-ordinating the HR Function ■■ Contemporary Developments in Human Resources Development.

Opportunities Students who successfully complete the Intermediate programme will be eligible for Associate Membership of the CIPD. Students can progress on to Advanced Level 7 provision on completion.

The Certificate in Human Resources Management equates to 32 credits (QCF) and contains the following units:

CIPD Intermediate level qualifications will give you a broader perspective of the organisational issues facing HR professionals and enable you to develop effective analytical and problem-solving skills. ■■ Gain the knowledge towards professional membership ■■ The Intermediate certificates in HR ■■ Management provide the knowledge towards Associate Membership of the CIPD. Opportunities Students who are successful on this course may progress to the CIPD Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management (Level 7).

The Intermediate Certificate in Human Resource Management equates to 32 credits (QCF) and contains the following units: ■■ Business Issues & the Context of HR ■■ Contemporary Developments in HR Development ■■ Developing Coaching & Mentoring within Organisations ■■ Developing Professional Practice ■■ Employee Engagement ■■ Managing & Co-ordinating the HR Function ■■ Using Information in HR. The course will run over a year, one evening per week. A significant amount of self-directed study will be required in addition to course attendance.

LEADERSHIP FOR CARE

OCR Diploma Leadership for Health & Social Care Services (Adults) Level

This course has the option of following one of three pathways depending on your work environment and responsibilities as a manager. You will undertake this course in your work setting where an assessor will be allocated to you and look for evidence of equality, diversity and inclusion, promoting professional development and communication. This course has been designed to encourage personal progression with the possibility to further your study.

Course Content

Duration

There are 3 separate pathways for this qualification, as follows:

18–24 months

■■ Adults’ Residential Care

You Need

■■ Adults’ Management

To be working in a Care Home; Nursing Home; residential care setting for adults; day care setting; or for those who are responsible for planning services, measuring performance and delivering continuous improvement in care services.

■■ Adults’ Advanced Practice.

Method of Assessment An assessor will be allocated to you who will meet with you in the workplace and advise you on the types of evidence you will need to generate to meet the awarding body standards at this level. In addition, they will observe you carrying out your role as a Care Manager.

Mandatory units include: ■■ Assess the Individual in a Health & Social Care Setting ■■ Champion Equality, Diversity & Inclusion ■■ Develop Professional Supervision Practice in Health & Social Care or Children & Young People’s Work Settings ■■ Lead Person Centred Practice ■■ Promote Professional Development ■■ Use & Develop Systems that Promote Communication ■■ Work in Partnership in Health & Social Care or Children & Young People’s Settings. Plus Option Units totalling 28 units. Opportunities These qualifications have been designed to encourage progression. Candidates may choose further study in this sector or use the units from these qualifications in different sectors.

management

ILM Diploma Management Level

Duration 12–18 months (dependent on individual) You Need To be eligible for this course, candidates should be in a senior management role. Method of Assessment

If you are a senior manager who has operational responsibility for substantial programmes and resources, negotiates budgets, contracts and leads high level meetings, then this course can help you to progress further. You will study areas such as an effective organisational approach to Health & Safety, improving organisational performance and leadership for your organisation, all of which take place in the workplace.

All assessment takes place in the workplace. Assessment methods include observation of the candidate carrying out their role, witness testimony, physical evidence from the workplace, knowledge and understanding. You will be allocated an assessor who will judge the evidence of your performance, knowledge and understanding against the units of competence in order to determine whether you have demonstrated competence at this level. Opportunities Students completing this programme can go on to further studies such as completion of an MBA Programme or a PhD.

Course Content The course is suitable for senior managers who: have operational responsibility for substantial programmes and resources; have a broad span of control; proactively identify and implement change and quality improvements; negotiate budgets and contracts; and lead high level meetings. Candidates need to achieve 7 units – 4 mandatory and 3 optional. Mandatory units equip you to: ■■ Develop and evaluate operational plans for own area of responsibility ■■ Plan change in own area of responsibility ■■ Provide leadership and direction for own area of responsibility ■■ Work productively with colleagues and stakeholders.

Plus Option Units totalling 15 credits from a large choice of units, including: ■■ Conduct a Quality Audit ■■ Develop Collaborative Relationships with Other Organisations ■■ Establish Risk Management Processes for an Organisation ■■ Implement Change in Own Area of Responsibility ■■ Monitor & Review Business Processes ■■ Plan, Allocate & Monitor Work in Own Area of Responsibility ■■ Promote Equality of Opportunity, Diversity & Inclusion across an Organisation.

ILM NVQ Diploma Management Level

Duration 18 months You Need You need to be employed as a senior manager with a high degree of autonomy. Method of Assessment You will be allocated an assessor who will observe you carrying out your role within the workplace. You will be assessed using evidence from the workplace. Opportunities Successful candidates may expect to benefit from enhanced career prospects within management and leadership. Candidates may choose to progress to a vocationally related programme in management and leadership or a university programme of study.

Course Content This course is suitable for senior managers with a high degree of autonomy for deploying resources and achieving strategic goals. The qualification allows senior managers to critically evaluate their skills for their formal development as well as developing their strategic management skills, providing leadership and coaching to other managers whilst also focusing on organisational performance and strategy. Candidates must complete all mandatory units with a credit value of 27, and then select units from the optional unit group B to a minimum of 18 credits to gain accreditation, meeting the minimum credit requirement of 45. Mandatory units include: ■■ Develop a Strategic Business Plan ■■ Develop Strategic Direction & Leadership ■■ Lead Change in an Organisation. Plus Option Units totalling 18 credits from a large range of units, including: ■■ Lead Innovation within an Organisation ■■ Obtain Additional Finance for an Organisation ■■ Plan an Organisation’s Workforce ■■ Promote Knowledge Management across an Organisation ■■ Put a Strategic Business Plan into Action ■■ Support the Culture of an Organisation.

If you are already a senior manager with a high degree of autonomy for deploying resources, and achieving strategic goals, this course can help to enhance your career prospects within management and leadership. The qualification allows you to critically evaluate your skills for formal development as well as developing strategic management skills and focusing on organisational performance and strategy.

ACCESS TO 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 is for you. A variety of teaching and assessment methods will prepare you for your degree. Pathways include Humanities and Social Science along with Science and Health Care, 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. A dedicated Careers Adviser is on hand to help with UCAS applications as well as a team of student support services including dyslexia support and study skills support should you need it.

LEARN-PROGRESS-GRADUATE For further information email enquiry@grantham.ac.uk or call 01476 400200 45

Accounting

AAT Diploma Accounting Level

Duration

1 year

Course Content This course comprises:

You Need A completed AAT Level 3 Diploma and a recommendation by the tutor to progress on to Level 4. Method of Assessment Assessment is via a computerbased exam for each of the 5 subjects plus a written project which is uploaded to the AAT website for marking.

■■ Financial Statements – building on from your Level 3 studies you will look at financial accounting of companies in more detail including accounting standards ■■ Management Accounting – you will look at two papers covering similar material but from different angles – budgeting and financial performance. The papers include management accounting techniques, standard costing and variances and limiting factors ■■ Taxation – personal tax and business tax ■■ ICAS – written project on ‘How to improve a workplace scenario’. Opportunities On successful completion of this course you may choose to study further to become a qualified accountant or become dual qualified and study for the AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) or study on the CIMA course.

CIMA Diploma Management Accounting Level

Duration

34 weeks

You Need

Course Content This course comprises: ■■ Organisational Management

Level 4 Accounting qualification, e.g. AAT.

■■ Management Accounting

Method of Assessment

■■ Taxation.

Subjects will be assessed by an objective test and an integrated case study combining the knowledge and learning at each level of the qualification.

■■ Financial Reporting

Opportunities The new, updated syllabus and assessment bridges the skills gaps of newly qualified finance professionals worldwide, meeting the employability needs of both business and people. This provides the opportunity to become a competent and confident management accounting professional who can guide and lead organisations to sustainable success.

Higher apprenticeships

Higher Apprenticeships ACCOUNTING

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL ADMINISTRATION

ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING

INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)

The jobs market, as you will have heard or experienced, is tough these days. More people are competing for fewer job vacancies, making it more important than ever to make yourself stand out from the crowd. So what are employers looking for? Qualifications, definitely, but when you’re competing against other well-qualified candidates you’ll want to give yourself the edge, and a Higher Apprenticeship could help. The Higher Apprenticeship benefits students by equipping them with great qualifications. Higher apprentices study for work-based learning qualifications like a Level 4 NVQ. In some instances you can work towards an academic qualification like a Foundation Degree. Some of our most established and respected companies offer these types of courses. BGB in Grantham is just one of those employers, offering: ‘aspiring engineers who are keen to start building up practical work experience while progressing academically to graduate level.’ For example, the Engineering Technology Higher Apprenticeship gives apprentices the chance to study for an HNC or HND that can even lead to an Honours Degree and a professional qualification as an Incorporated Engineer. It takes three years to complete the course and could lead to a career as an Electrical Engineering Technician, entering the industry on a starting salary of around £19,000, or developing a career as an Aerospace Engineering Technician. HOW TO GAIN AN APPRENTICESHIP

HELP WITH FINANCE

Apprenticeships should not be considered an easy option, and there is competition to gain one. You will need the following:

Higher Education loans are available for students wishing to undertake a Higher Apprenticeship.

■■ The right qualifications and job opportunity (particularly for an Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship) ■■ To be aged between 16 and 23 years ideally – although older students can apply and be accepted for an Apprenticeship. At Level 3, the 24+ Advanced Learning Loan may be a better option for more mature students. ■■ An employer that is willing to take you on – although we can offer help with this in some instances. ■■ A willingness to learn and succeed, and a flair for the area that you are applying for.

For further information please contact our Finance Officer, Jo Bowman on 01476 400281. To apply for a Higher Apprenticeship or for further information please contact the relevant member of staff using the information below.

WHO TO CONTACT Accounting & Business

Engineering

ICT

Pauline Mould pmould@grantham.ac.uk

Michelle Barrow mbarrow@grantham.ac.uk

Ken Attwood kattwood@grantham.ac.uk

ACCOUNTING COURSE CONTENT

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

AAT Diploma in Accounting Level 4 AAT Diploma in Business Skills Level 4 Transferable skills as required

There are no minimum academic criteria for entry except where employers set their own requirements. It is recommended that Level 4 Higher Apprentices who have not achieved a Level 2 or 3 Apprenticeship in Accounting will require GCSE Maths grades A*â&#x20AC;&#x201C;C or Key/ Functional Skills. Application of Number/Mathematics at Level 1, or equivalent, good communication skills and relevant vocational experience.

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL ADMINISTRATION COURSE CONTENT

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

HNC Diploma in Business Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business Administration Level 4 Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) Transferable skills as required

Candidates seeking to undertake this Apprenticeship must be able to demonstrate ability equivalent to or exceeding Level 2 in English and Maths. This requirement may be met through the achievement of Level 2 Functional Skills, equivalent GCSEs, O Levels, A Levels or AS Levels, or an initial assessment which demonstrates the required ability.

ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING COURSE CONTENT

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

HNC Engineering Level 4 NVQ Extended Diploma Level 4 Transferable skills as required

It is a requirement for Engineering Technician/Incorporated Engineer status with the relevant institution that entrants should have completed the transferable skills in English and Maths at Level 2. These could be achieved either through completing Functional Skills at Level 2 or GCSEs/O levels or A/AS levels in the required subjects at the required grades.

ICT

COURSE CONTENT

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Diploma in Professional Competence for IT & Telecoms Professionals Level 4 HNC in Computing and Systems Development Level 4 Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) Transferable skills as required

In addition to the generic entry conditions, candidates wishing to enter a Higher Apprenticeship will need to have achieved A Levels, or equivalent educational attainment, including the Level 3 IT Diploma or a relevant Level 3 Technical Certificate, or completed an Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship. Relevant employment within the technology/telecommunications industry for a number of years and demonstrated to their employer that they have a reasonable expectation of achieving the required outcomes of the Higher Apprenticeship.

Facilities & Support Grantham College is here to meet your needs. We pride ourselves on combining high-quality education with support, guidance and a range of great facilities. 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.

ACCOMMODATION

CAR PARKING

As a general guide, fees for college-owned accommodation for 2016/17, excluding meals, are shown below: Single Room – £90 per week

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. Bicycle storage is available for students on the main campus.

Accommodation is available on campus in Sedgwick Hall and Sedgwick Mews. 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. Our accommodation was inspected by Ofsted in 2015 and graded Good. If you want to live off-campus, you should contact the Student Services Manager who may be able to help arrange alternative privately rented accommodation close to the college. Further details are available from the Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment Team on 0800 0521 577.

CAREERS & ADVICE SERVICE 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 for its Careers Education. The College Careers Adviser works in partnership with advisers from Lincolnshire & Rutland and is based at the Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment desk. Call 0800 0521 577 to book an appointment with our careers adviser.

E-LEARNING CENTRE

PERSONAL TUTORS

LIBRARY

The e-Learning Centre has been designed to provide you with a state-of-the-art learning environment. 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 ‘pods’, each equipped with between 15 and 24 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.

All students who enrol onto a course are allocated a Personal Tutor. They will monitor and support you with your academic progress and provide help when necessary. There are also a wide range of support services available to you whilst studying at college. These include learning support tailored to your needs, careers advice and guidance, counselling, a mental health worker and a nurse on site 2 days a week.

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 for hours for holidays.

FOOD & DRINK 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. Hot meals are available from 4.30pm Tuesday to Thursday. Students, staff and the general public are also welcome to dine in the college’s Apple Tree Restaurant (open for lunch Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and for dinner on Tuesday and Thursday evenings) which is run by the Hospitality & Catering department. 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.

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.

R&R SALONS Open to students and the public, R&R Salons is L’Oréal and Eve Taylor accredited and offers a full range of very reasonably priced services, as well as high-quality hair and beauty products to suit everyone. For further details, or to make an appointment, telephone 01476 400237.

WI-FI Free Wi-Fi is available throughout key locations in the college.

COUNSELLING, MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING If there are any personal problems, difficulties or concerns that you want to discuss, relating to college or home, you can access our confidential service. Appointments can be made by emailing counselling@grantham.ac.uk, via the Information, Advice, Guidance & Enrolment desk or by telephoning 01476 414413. Dropin sessions are also available; please see posters around college for times. 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, to discuss the wide range of support available to help you with your studies.

Little Gems sells reasonably priced goods such as jewellery, handbags, scarves, cards and seasonal gifts. A First Level Learning initiative, it gives students the opportunity to gain invaluable skills.

public Monday to Friday Opening Times: Open to the 9.30am–4.30pm during term time.

At Riverside Retreat Salons we aim to offer a full personal consultation prior to any treatment, within a professional and relaxed environment. Products and aftercare 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 and S Factor ranges.

Opening Times Monday & Tuesday 9.30am–4.00pm Wednesday 12.00pm–5.00pm Thursday 9.00am–4.45pm Friday 9.00am–4.30pm No pushchairs or children under the age of 8 permitted in the salon.

Contact riversideretreat@grantham.ac.uk 01476 400237 Stonebridge House, St Catherine’s Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 9AP www.grantham.ac.uk/riversideretreat www.facebook.com/rrsalons

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You will be at the heart of everything we offer so we will adapt and create sessions according to your interests and hobbies. Some of the activities offered may include: Arts & crafts, Cooking, Hairdressing, Gardening, Drama, Sport, Bowling, and Sailability. At Day Break, we will help you to build confidence and improve social skills, learn and develop independent living skills, make new friends and more.

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For further information and details please contact Louise Cooper by telephone: 01476 404395 or on email: lcooper@grantham.ac.uk

The restaurant is situated on the top floor of the main block at Grantham College, and is operated by Hospitality & Catering students. 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.

Our aim is simply to provide the best food and service.

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Phone: 01476 400227 Email: dburrows@grantham.ac.uk

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Refectory at Grantham College is THE ideal venue for any wedding reception, birthday party, charity event, sports presentation 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 hot and cold buffet menu options in-house or speak to our staff about a bespoke menu.

Refectory is licensed for entertainment with a new stage for 2015 available to hire, we can even suggest bands and discos who we have worked with in the past.

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

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