My Future My College Issue 7 April 2017 by Middlesbrough College

My Future Issue 7 April 2017

Middlesbrough College Student and Parent Newsletter

Inside this issue

EDUCATION POLICY UPDATE CAREERS IN THE TEES VALLEY SPOTLIGHT ON A LEVELS MASTERFUL MAKE-UP CREATIONS OUR EMPLOYER PARTNERSHIPS ENTERPRISE WEEK AT MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE

MC TOPS NEW DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION PERFORMANCE TABLES! SEE PAGE 8 TO READ THE FULL STORY

FOR SKILLS • FOR JOBS • FOR UNIVERSITY

We offer subjects to suit your career aspirations! Middlesbrough College is unique in the breadth of courses we have on campus. This includes a very broad range of A Levels alongside our great selection of vocational courses and apprenticeships. Check out the different career choice areas available to our full-time students!

Welcome

to issue 7 of the College newsletter With courses at every level and covering every sector, we hope that this newsletter gives you a flavour as to the course and career options open to you in a range of sectors as well as an insight into how we prepare our students for their next steps, whether that be an apprenticeship, employment, university or self employment. The world of education is changing at a quicker pace than ever before, with reforms being felt all the way through our education system. In this edition we hope to explain these reforms as simply as possible as well as giving you an insight into how we are responding to the changes impacting on school leavers. Last Summer, the Department for Education launched a new suite of performance measures for the College sector, based on measuring the ‘progress made’ from each student’s starting point and the satisfaction levels of both students and employers. Whilst the Government is continuing to drive up expectations of performance right across the education landscape, we are pleased to find ourselves at the top of these performance tables, when compared to all the General Further Education Colleges across the Tees Valley. As proud as we are to be excelling in academic achievements, college life isn’t just all about study, and we hope to give you a flavour of the trips, visit, sporting opportunities and community work that our students take part in each year. We pride ourselves on developing the ‘whole person’ and providing our students with skills and experiences which will stand them in good stead for the rest of their lives. With over 300 full-time courses, over 100 types of apprenticeships plus our adult provision on offer, making a choice can be difficult at any age. To talk to an independent careers advisor or any of our course tutors, feel free to pop along to our next Open Event on Tuesday 25th April 2017. We ‘d love to meet you. 2

Zoe Lewis - Principal / Chief Executive

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A Levels Business Catering & Hospitality Childcare Construction Trades Creative Arts, Art & Design Engineering Engineering Construction (Welding, Pipefitting & Fabrication) Fashion Business Retail Life Skills, ESOL & Vocational Steps Games Design & Media Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy Health & Social Care IT, Computing & Digital Technologies Motor Vehicle (Automotive Technology) Music Technology & Practice Performing & Production Arts Public Services Sport & Leisure Travel, Tourism & Aviation

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DID YOU KNOW?

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FEATURE ARTICLE

Masterful make-up and hair creations make students champions Magnificent make-up and dazzling hairdressing saw students crowned regional champions, for the second year in a row. Hair and Media Makeup students wowed judges at the hotly-contested annual Association of Hairdressers and Therapists (AHT) Regional Competition recently.

The skilled youngsters made a splash at Gateshead Federation Brewery with their intricate make-up and hairdressing work across a series of categories designed to put their artistry and technique to the test. Their efforts earned them “The Best College 2017” trophy plaque, and a chance to compete on the national stage next month, at Blackpool Winter Gardens. Around 14 students representing Middlesbrough College’s expert Hair and Media Make-up department tackled challenging, timed briefs using hairdressing and make-up to stunning effect. Gender transformation, vintage Hollywood and fantasy worlds were among the themes presented to them in the briefs. Heather Ferguson, Level 2 and 3 Hair and Media Make-up Course Leader commented: “This competition is very well contested and the students have done incredibly well to get this recognition, for the second year in a row.” 3

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CAREERS IN THE TEES VALLEY

Who’s recruiting in the Tees Valley right now? Healthcare

(6,222) 38%

Public, Admin, Defence & Education

(3,031) 19%

Professional & Business Services

(1,718) 11%

Production Industries

(1,513) 9%

Wholesale and Retail

(1,233) 8%

Culture and Leisure

(1,096) 7%

Other Services

(408) 3%

Logistics

(404) 3%

Construction

(355) 2%

IT and Media

(137) 1%

Have you considered a career in Health and Care? Middlesbrough College offers courses in all sector areas and aims to match its curriculum to employer demands and local skills requirements. The graph below highlights the volume of job vacancies available last year. In this month’s newsletter we’ll be focusing on careers in the healthcare industry which was by far the biggest employer in the Tees Valley in 2016 recruiting 6,222 staff. This is a trend that is set to continue, as an aging population means that the human health and social work activities sector will experience the most growth over the coming years with around 319,326 or 23% of all the new jobs that will be created by 2022. The Government has pledged an extra £2bn in its spring statement, which will also pave ways for job openings in the sector. A study by City & Guilds measured student aspirations, compared to the realities of the current job market in health and social work. It found that the aspirations of young people wanting to find employment in roles including care work and nursing did not meet the future demand. This has the potential to lead to skills gaps in the economy if not enough young people are training for careers where there is a demand for jobs. At Middlesbrough College, we offer a range of full and part time health and care programmes designed to prepare students for future employment. Our teaching staff have a wealth of experience and our mock NHS health ward is the perfect setting to learn the skills required by industry. We have excellent employer links and many of our students complete work placements alongside their studies to help boost their CV and readiness for work.

TOP 15 HEALTH & SOCIAL WORK ACTIVITIES OCCUPATIONS

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Care workers and home carers Nurses Nursing auxiliaries and assistants Medical practitioners Cleaners and domestics Receptionists Nursery nurses and assistants Welfare and housing associates professionals Medical secretaries Senior care workers Other administrative occupations Social workers Dental nurses Midwives

Aspirations Reality

Physiotherapists

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Starting £23,673 Average £31,844 Experienced £45,338

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L1 Health & Care L2 Health & Care L3 Health and Care Health Pathway Access to Health Diploma

L1 Health and Care L2 Health and Care L3 Health and Care - Care Pathway Apprenticeship Health & Social Care L3 Diploma in Adult Health & Social Care (Adults) - L3

For those not ready to start a Level 3 programme, we offer a range of Level 1 & 2 courses to get your career started!

GET FREE, IMPARTIAL CAREERS ADVICE AT MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE! In order to ensure that young people are given a realistic view of the jobs market in their local area and across the country, careers advice must be independent, based on accurate local labour market information, and have strong links to business. Young people and their parents need to be made aware of the types of jobs that are available across the UK both now and in the future so that they can make informed choices that help them progress into a sustainable career. At Middlesbrough College, we have a dedicated Careers Team who can offer young people free, impartial advice on the post16 options available to them. There is a common misconception that students are required to stay in their schools sixth form until they are 18; however they also have the option to pursue a vocational course, an A Level, an apprenticeship or even a traineeship. All of these options are offered at Middlesbrough College. Young people of all starting points need to be made aware of all the educational pathways available to them to get to their chosen career, and it is important that if they are unsure of which route is right for them, they seek expert careers advice.

Careers Centre opening times

Mon-Thu 8.30am - 5.00pm, Fri 8.30am - 4.30pm The centre is also open during all of our College Open Events! For an appointment call 01642 333257 or email careers@mbro.ac.uk

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POLICY UPDATE Education and skills reforms made simple! The education system as we know it is changing and it is important that as a College we are responsive to these new Government initiatives. From primary education right the way through to university study, the Government is reviewing the way in which education providers operate and students are assessed.

PRIMARY EDUCATION Area for improvement

The Government solution

The Government wants primary aged children to have a stronger grounding in basic subjects including literacy, spelling, grammar, punctuation and numeracy before moving into secondary school.

Key Stage 2 Standard Attainment Tests (SATS) have been reformed to increase the standards required of year 6 pupils before they leave primary school.

SECONDARY EDUCATION Area for improvement

The Government solution

The GCSE national league tables show an improving trend in education levels of school leavers year on year, and the Government would like to build on this success by continuing to increase standards.

The Government is in the process of reforming the GCSE. There will be new, more demanding content, which has been developed by Government and the exam boards. Reforms will continue for the next few years, all the way up to 2020. A new grading scale of 9 to 1 is being introduced, with 9 being the top grade. This will allow greater differentiation between students and will help distinguish the new GCSEs from previous versions. The standards required to achieve the new grade C (which will be phased in starting off as a grade 4 and most likely moving to a grade 5 over time) is expected to be higher than currently required to achieve a grade C.

School league tables have resulted in many schools replacing traditionally challenging subjects like chemistry, physics and biology in favour of single, double and triple science, which do not generally prepare students as well for an A Level or vocational course.

School league tables have been reformed meaning that core subjects such as English, maths and science will have a bigger impact on the schools results.

A small minority of students are becoming disengaged in the school system midway through their studies and there is often no alternative provider for them.

The Government is considering proposals to reinstate grammar schools and increase the number of technical school alternatives (UTCs) for students aged 14+.

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FURTHER EDUCATION Area for improvement

The Government solution

Middlesbrough College response

The Government would like to see more students continuing to study English and maths after the age of 16.

All students are now required to re-sit their English and maths after the age of 16 if they do not achieve a grade C at school, to raise the number of young people achieving a grade C in these key subjects and improving their employment prospects as a result. 2015/16 was the first year that all grade D students who left school had to re-sit both English and maths GCSE.

Middlesbrough College performed better than the national average for maths resits and just below the national average for English in this first pilot year. This year, (2016/17) our attendance rates for both subjects has improved to well above national rates and we are confident that we will see significant improvements once again this year.

Similarly to schools, many colleges have dropped more challenging courses in favour of those which would improve their published results.

The Government is currently in the process of adapting all college performance measures and are seeking to implement ‘progress measures’ similar to those recently adopted in schools. The government has not yet adapted these measures to take into account a STEM bias, though this is likely to happen given the changes happening in school performance measures.

Middlesbrough College adapted its offer to include a stronger STEM bias and has in the last five years doubled the proportion of students studying Government priority subjects over this period. Our progression outcomes have significantly improved as a result and we are currently working with Government to ensure that performance measures are weighted for these high priority subjects in future. We continue to be above national rates for all provision types.

The Government would like vocational education to be of a higher standard than currently and to be valued by parents as a genuine alternative to A Levels.

A post 16 skills plan is in draft form which will reduce the number of vocational options available post 16 and change the assessment methods to include more exams and fewer competency based assessments.

Middlesbrough College offers vocational programmes alongside A Levels for those who are clear what career route they wish to take but want to maximise their university entry points and / or impress an employer with their learning capacity.

The Government would like to see more employers investing in training (the UK currently is at an all-time low for employers investing in staff training and apprenticeships).

A new Apprenticeship Levy is due for launch this April, which is aimed at encouraging employers to take more ownership in training their existing and new staff. The Levy system will in effect place a tax bill on large employers, which they can only ‘get back’ if they utilise the money to train staff. The government hopes that this will encourage more employers to take on apprentices and fulfil their election commitment of 3 million apprentices by the next parliament.

Middlesbrough College has rebranded its employer facing arm – Northern Skills Group – following its acquisition of NECC Training. This training arm now serves over 2000 employers and trains over 2000 apprentices across a wide range of sectors. We are working closely with local employers to advise them on how best to utilise their Apprenticeship Levy and on the benefits of apprentices to their business and productivity.

Area for improvement

The Government solution

Middlesbrough College response

The UK currently produces more graduates than almost any country in the world (2nd only to Iceland), but also has high levels of student debt, high levels of graduate underemployment (i.e. where graduates are not employed in graduate jobs) and a low ratio of student loans being repaid (due to relatively low graduate salary levels).

The government has opened up the HE market to allow new entrants – in a bid to make the degree offer more efficient. For example, they are encouraging more cost effective ways of obtaining a degree. This includes apprenticeship degree programmes, private universities offering two year degrees and online degrees, as well as encouraging colleges to offer more cost effective courses at degree level.

Middlesbrough College offer a range of degree level programmes including 2 year Foundation Degrees and Higher Apprenticeships. These are an alternative to university study, have a stronger focus on work experience, can be completed in a shorter time frame and are more competitively priced.

HIGHER EDUCATION

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QUALITY UPDATE Middlesbrough College tops new Department for Education performance tables! Last summer, the Department for Education launched a new suite of performance measures for the college sector, based on measuring the ‘progress made’ from each student’s starting point and the satisfaction levels of both students and employers. This supplements the existing measures which look at how many students remain on their course until the end, and of these, how many achieve their qualification (called achievement measures).

Whilst the Government is continuing to drive up expectations of performance right across the education landscape, we are pleased to find ourselves at the top of these new performance tables, when compared to all the General Further Education Colleges across the Tees Valley. Our achievement measures also remain above the national average in all areas too!

Overall Rank 15/16

Applied General VA Progress Score

Tech Level Average Grade*

A Levels VA Progress Score

English Progress Score

Maths Progress Score

Learner Satisfaction

Employer Satisfaction

Middlesbrough College

Tees Valley GFE College A

Tees Valley GFE College B

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Tees Valley GFE College C

Tees Valley GFE College D

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*VA score not yet available

16-18 STUDY PROGRAMMES (INC ENGLISH & MATHS) ACHIEVEMENT RATE

ADULT COURSES ACHIEVEMENT RATE

Our students are beating the national rate on achievement!

Our adult learners are up on the national achievement rate!

MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE NATIONAL RATE 78.4%

MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE NATIONAL RATE 86.4%

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SUPPORTING SCHOOLS

Supporting schools across the Tees Valley Here at Middlesbrough College, we pride ourselves on working closely with schools from across the Tees Valley to provide information on the options available to school leavers. We actively work with year 9, 10 and 11 to deliver information on the three stands of curriculum available to post 16 learners including A Levels, vocational courses and apprenticeships. Alongside attending career events across the region, our Schools Team work with teaching staff at schools across the academic year covering a range of activities designed to challenge, stretch and motivate students, and encourage them to research all of the options available to them. This includes: • Delivering presentations and school talks covering a range of topics such as the importance of GCSEs, careers in STEM, understanding the apprenticeship process and much more

Information for Parents

As a parent you know that this is a crucial time for your son or daughter when making decisions for their future career paths and deciding where and what to study. Education after 16 doesn’t just mean staying at school or sixth form full-time; your child can stay at school, go to college, or take up an apprenticeship. What and where your child chooses to study upon leaving school is one of the biggest choices they will have to make, and we know that you will play an important role in this decision.

FAQs Why does my child have to continue with their English and maths? English and maths at GCSE A*-C are essential qualifications for progression within further education and to HE and employment. All students will continue to study English and maths if they do not hold a GCSE at grade C or above. Dependent on your child’s school grades, this will either be a GCSE re-examination, or Functional Skills. Email. courseinfo@mbro.ac.uk Web. www.mbro.ac.uk

• Arranging college tours to showcase the diverse range of learning facilities on offer to students at Middlesbrough College • Attending school drop-in sessions during lunch times, on a morning or at parent evenings to allow students to ask questions relating to their post16 options • Supporting year 11 students in application clinics • Arranging GCSE revision classes in College and putting on taster sessions Our aim is to place the right student on the right course whilst offering valuable, worthwhile student experience that leads to a successful outcome upon completion. Our goal is to make student transitions from school to further education as comfortable as possible by providing support and guidance on the full range of options available.

How does Middlesbrough College differ from my child’s school sixth form? Middlesbrough College offers a different environment to a school sixth form. Your child will learn in a mature environment developing their confidence and independence for university study or future employment. They will also have the freedom to explore a wider range of different post 16 options ensuring that they find a course to suit their abilities and career aspirations.

When should my child apply to college? We would recommend that they apply as soon as they feel happy with their preferred course to ensure that they are guaranteed a place. On completion of your child’s application, they will be contacted to arrange an interview date. If your child changes their mind about the chosen course midway through the year, don’t worry. Ask them to contact the admissions department who will invite them to an additional interview with their new course area.

Students raise the bar for a head start in legal careers

A LEVELS

Students have been gaining first-hand experience of life as a barrister thanks to mini-pupillages at Old Court Chambers. Both BTEC Law and A Level students were invited to join practicing barristers as they attend court, meet clients and solve complex legal issues. Christopher Wood, a barrister at Old Court Chambers and research fellow at Northumbria University, leads some of the mini pupillage’s. He said: “The partnership with Middlesbrough College is about giving students the chance to gain valuable insights they can draw on in their learning. We like to make sure students experience the full range of activities that barristers do – from meeting clients to representing them in court.” Former Middlesbrough College student Uthman El-Dharrat completed the mini law pupillage in March 2016, and is now studying law at university.

“I learned and saw so much throughout the pupillage. From seeing the barristers in the court robing room to being in a hearing was great experience.”

Molly Broughton

James Mallyon

Where are they now?

Following a successful stint at Middlesbrough College, the former Freebrough Academy student scooped A Levels in Law (A*), Psychology (A) and Maths (B). Molly is now studying Business Management at Teesside University.

The ambitious former Acklam Grange School student achieved A Levels in Biology (B), Chemistry (B) and Maths (A). James is now studying Chemistry at Durham University.

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A LEVELS

Student Success! Joe Cook Joe studies maths, further maths, physics and computer science at Middlesbrough College’s sixth form. The former Sacred Heart Secondary School student recently competed in the UKMT Senior Maths Challenge at Teesside University. The group of maths students achieved 1 gold, 7 silver and 21 bronze certificates in this year’s contest.

Helena Newton Helena has earned herself an unconditional offer at York University following her time at Middlesbrough College. The former Egglescliffe School student from Ingleby Barwick is expected to achieve straight As in her French, English Literature and English Language exams this summer. She will start a degree in French and Spanish this October.

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“The teaching staff at MC6 are great, they really know their stuff! You’re treated like an adult here and there is so much support available if you’re looking to progress to university.”

“The experience at MC6 has been fantastic. My classes are relatively small which is really good for languages as it means I get more time with the teachers, and that’s really brought my French on.”

A LEVELS

SPOTLIGHT ON A Level Photography Explore a range of photographic techniques and processes including portraiture, landscape photography, documentary photography, photojournalism, experimental photography and moving image in this exciting course!

Showcasing student talent First year A Level students went to historic York as part of their studies, seeking out inspiration for that perfect snap.

DID YOU KNOW?

Middlesbrough College is one of the few providers in the area to offer A Level Photography!

COMPETITION WINNERS DIANA DA SILVA DE ANDRADA

MEGAN LEES 12

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A LEVELS Thinking of progressing to university?

1. Get relevant work experience

A Levels have long been regarded as the traditional stepping stone to higher education! Focusing on three or four subjects across a two year period, they are very exam focused and there is an emphasis on independent study, helping to bridge the gap between school and university.

Universities love this. Getting work experience that’s related to the course you’re applying for shows them you’re serious about it, have drive and are self-motivated. Middlesbrough College has developed excellent relationships with local, regional and national employers and will work with you to find an employer that can provide quality and relevant work experience during your time as a student.

For ambitious students planning to progress to a Russell Group University, Middlesbrough College’s sixth form has a dedicated Academic & Pastoral Mentor who can support with UCAS applications and exam preparation across the year. There are also a number of heavily subsidised and often free university trips throughout the year to institutions across the country such as Durham University, University of Leeds, London School of Economics and St Andrew’s, where students can attend Open Days and find a course fit for their aspirations.

Top tips for boosting your UCAS application! It’s important to remember whilst at College that if your goal is to get into uni, you might need more than just good grades! You’ll be competing with students across the country who may have the same expected grades so a jam-packed UCAS application will help you stand out from the crowd!

The Outdoor Sports Club offers A Level students the opportunity to get involved in a range of activities outside the classroom.

2. Join a club or society Middlesbrough College has loads of activities you can get involved with including our ambassador scheme and student council, all of which will look great on a uni application. If you join College wanting to start a new club, where you can meet like minded individuals, who share your interests, you can contact our Sabbatical Officer who will support you to set this up. Clubs and societies can be run during the common enrichment slots so that all students can access them.

3. Get awarded Think you have an award winning talent? Why not show it off! The College holds a range of competitions for students to get involved with across the year ranging from photography and creative writing to sporting academies! You could even sign up to the Duke of Edinburgh Award whilst in College. We offer the bronze, silver and gold scheme meaning that students who have completed a previous Award in school can advance to the higher level whilst at College.

4. Do something different Whether it’s learning a new sport, pursuing a hobby or completing a milestone! Doing something outside of your comfort zone is a great way of meeting new people and would look great on your application. From archery to rockclimbing, Middlesbrough College has a range of enrichment opportunities for you to get involved with outside of the classroom.

Many of our A Level and BTEC students successfully secured a place at a Russell Group Institution in 2016. This group of world-class universities all share a common ethos of delivering outstanding teaching and learning experiences with their students. Email. courseinfo@mbro.ac.uk Web. www.mbro.ac.uk

VOCATIONAL COURSES Student success! Olivia Heath chose to study at Middlesbrough College as it offered a fresh start from school and she felt it would give her more independence than staying on at sixth form. The former Macmillan Academy student is currently in her second year of study on the Extended BTEC Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science. “My course covers a wide range of subjects from sports coaching to health and lifestyle. My tutors are excellent, they are really support and the facilities on campus including the library and cyber café are great places to study.”

SPOTLIGHT ON Sport & Exercise Science L3 This course is both theoretical and practical, covering a wide range of subjects including anatomy, physiology, sports coaching, fitness testing, sports injuries, sports nutrition and exercise massage to name a few.

Showcasing student facilities The sports department have fantastic facilities which students will use on a daily basis such as: • International standard (6 badminton court) sports hall • 4G full size, floodlit AstroTurf pitch • Outdoor MUGA • Exercise Physiology Laboratory • Gym with state of the art ‘Technogym’ equipment.

DID YOU KNOW?

On completion of this course, over 95% of students progress to their first choice university, or into employment within the Sport and Leisure Industry.

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VOCATIONAL COURSES Bridge the skills gap with construction From project managing a multimillion pound commercial high rise, to contributing to the regeneration of a city centre; careers in construction can be far more varied than people often believe! The Government’s ‘National Infrastructure Plan for Skills’ highlighted that the UK will need 150,000 more construction engineers and 250,000 more construction workers by 2020. This is to meet the demand of a pipeline of £411 billion planned public and private construction projects that include HS2 and the extension of Heathrow. Far too few young people are currently entering the sector, a situation worsened by the fact that almost 400,000 current employees are expected to retire over the next decade. This means that the construction industry currently offers fantastic opportunities. With demand far outweighing supply, salaries are flourishing; according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), workers in construction saw their wages increase by more than 6% in 2015 - a growth rate three times larger than the rest of the workforce.

Students have access to a range of on-site trade areas including our sustainable construction yard. This realistic work environment gives students practical experience in constructing a single story dwelling which is built from foundations up to roof.

PLASTERING WORKSHOPS

PLUMBING WORKSHOPS

ELECTRICAL WORKSHOPS

Alongside traditional trades, Middlesbrough College offers courses leading into constructing specialisms such as quantity surveying, civil engineering and architecture. These roles offer good career prospects, attractive salaries, and the exciting potential to run a construction site from a commercial point of view within a few years.

BRICK YARD JOINERY WORKSHOPS

PAINTING & DECORATING WORKSHOPS

VOCATIONAL COURSES

Welding her way to the top A female welder at Caterpillar’s North East factory has told other young women to consider careers in her trade. Welding and Fabrication Apprentice Emily Smith, 23, works on the production line four days a week at the construction equipment manufacturer’s Stockton facility. The ambitious youngster says there are great career opportunities to be had in welding, and she now plans to progress to an HNC qualification in Welding and Fabrication later this year.

Fine dining at the Waterside Brasserie Catering and Hospitality students have the opportunity to work in our award winning restaurant the Waterside Brasserie, whilst training in our fully equipped kitchens and demonstration theatres. We also have fantastic employer links, offering the opportunity for students to complete work placements with some of the region’s biggest employers in the sector such as Jury’s Inn in Middlesbrough!

Frances Atkins, a fellow of the Masterchefs of Great Britain and one of only six female Michelin starred chefs in the UK, is working with catering students to deliver world class training.

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VOCATIONAL COURSES Automotive industry looks the part Motor Vehicle (Automotive Technology) students have access to on-site, specialist workshops which contain up-to-date vehicles and equipment for training and assessment for a range of jobs within the industry. Learn how engines are put together and how to use computer diagnostics software to gain a competitive advantage in this hands-on sector.

Robert Carter, Territory Manager for The Schaeffler Group visited the College to highlight the fantastic opportunities available to students in the global automotive sector.

Former students help store win branch of the year The knowledge and expertise of former Middlesbrough College students has helped a Teesside branch of Thomas Cook take a national title. The store at Teesside Retail Park won the accolade of branch of the year after a visit by a mystery shopper showed the staff to be miles better at delivering great customer service. Four former students work at the travel centre including Apprentice 19 year old Sophie Bower who achieved a remarkable 97 per cent mark from the incognito visitor.

VOCATIONAL COURSES Government goals are transforming the Childcare sector CHILDCARE

If you want to work with children, now is a really good time to start your career. Improving child care provision is high on the Government’s list of priorities as their aim to offer free childcare to more working families has created thousands of new jobs. Completing a work placement is a crucial element of our childcare courses. It means you can apply classroom learning in a real work environment and gain first-hand knowledge in a child’s development. It also allows you to develop a range of transferable skills such as communication, team work and problem solving giving you a head start in the jobs race. Our dedicated Placement Co-ordinator works with child care facilities across Teesside including nurseries, schools, children’s homes, crèches, play schemes, playgroups, health centres and family centres. During a typical week on placement you may find yourself getting involved in planning educational play activities, as well as playing alongside children and encouraging them to participate. It gives you an excellent opportunity to obtain hands on experience and observe educators already working in the early childhood industry. It will also give you the chance to experience what it is like to work in an early childhood setting. The most important qualities you’ll need to take on your placement are a caring nature and a genuine interest in children and their development.

Giving you the employment edge in Games Design GAMES DESIGN & MEDIA

If you’re passionate about games and ready to be challenged by new technologies and approaches this course is perfect for you! The course covers a range of exciting modules relating to digital graphics, story development, animation, 3D modelling & games engines.

ARE YOU 16-24 AND OUT OF EMPLOYMENT OR EDUCATION?

Find out about the range of full-time vocational courses and traineeships starting in May Drop-In Day Thursday 27th April 11.00am-3pm | Middlesbrough College STEM Centre

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COLLEGE IN THE COMMUNITY Essential Skills in Maths or English Maths and English are essential skills we use in everyday life and employers and universities need you to have them. If you don’t have qualifications in either it’s never too late to get them. Our courses run throughout the year at different times to suit your work and lifestyle. Completing a maths and English qualification can help you: • • • • •

Improve your CV and job prospects Help your children with their homework Improve your grammar and spelling for everyday life Work out bills and finances easier Progress onto a range of course at Middlesbrough College which could help you retrain or gain a promotion at work

SKILLS FOR LIFE MATHS Description This course can help you develop the practical skills that you need to live, study and work. You’ll learn to apply maths skills in real-life situations. Entry Criteria No previous qualifications required. You will take a small assessment before you start your course to determine which level is appropriate for you. Levels; • Entry Level 1, 2 and 3 • Level 1 and 2 Cost If you do not have an English or maths qualification equivalent to a grade A*-C at GCSE these courses are FREE. Date and Time Various

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We have a range of maths and English qualifications available at all levels from Basic Skills Certificates to Functional Skills Level 2 or GCSE. These courses are FREE for anyone 19+ who wants to gain a qualification or doesn’t have a Grade C or above in either maths or English.

IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO GET A MATHS OR ENGLISH QUALIFICATION

MAKING IT EASY Maths and English classes are delivered in small friendly groups and you will be fully supported to achieve your best and to progress onto other courses if you wish to do so.

SKILLS FOR LIFE ENGLISH Description This course can help you develop the practical skills in English that you need to live, study and work. You’ll learn to apply English skills in real-life situations through reading, writing and speaking. Entry Criteria No previous qualifications required. You will take a small assessment before you start your course to determine which level is appropriate for you. Levels; • Entry Level 1, 2 and 3 • Level 1 and 2

GCSE - MATHS OR ENGLISH Description Delivered over 1 year covering all essential topics leading to a GCSE qualification. We offer a variety of class times and days to fit in with your lifestyle. For more information on our GCSE courses see www.mbro.ac.uk Cost If you do not have an English or maths qualification equivalent to a grade A*-C at GCSE these courses are FREE. Date and Time Various

Cost If you do not have an English or maths qualification equivalent to a grade A*-C at GCSE these courses are FREE. Date and Time Various

APPRENTICESHIPS

Interested in an apprenticeship but still in school? If you are interested in finding a job straight away once you’ve left school, an apprenticeship could be perfect for you. Combining practical skills in the workplace with theoretical study at College you’ll gain a nationally recognised qualification whilst earning a salary at the same time! Northern Skills Group, Middlesbrough College’s apprenticeship and training company, offers a range of apprenticeship programmes across the North ranging from hairdressing to engineering. They’re the perfect opportunity to get your foot in the door of your chosen industry, and we work with some of the region’s top employers to give the best opportunities for your future.

You can register your interest in pursuing an apprenticeship at www.northernskills.co.uk but it’s important to remember that the application process is very different to how you’d apply to a course at college. In order to secure an apprenticeship, you need to find an employer willing to take you on. We’d recommend that you get into the habit of checking Northern Skills Group’s apprenticeship vacancies page for the latest jobs coming up in your area. Alternatively, if you know a local business that would be willing to employ you as an apprentice ask them to call 03453 40 40 40 and we’ll do the rest! To keep your options open, we’d recommend that you also apply for a full time course at Middlesbrough College so that if you are unable to find an employer by September, you can gain a basic understanding of the industry you will be working in as part of your technical certificate. You can continue to search for an apprenticeship once you’ve started a course, and once an employer becomes available then fasttrack onto your chosen apprenticeship programme midway through the full time course. You can browse all of our full time courses at www.mbro.ac.uk or check out our course guide for further information.

TIMELY APPRENTICESHIP ACHIEVEMENT RATE On average, Northern Skills Group apprentices complete their qualifications faster than the national average.

Apprentices training at Middlesbrough College’s industrial STEM Training Centre in preparation for their apprenticeship at Hitachi Rail Europe’s Newton Aycliffe rail vehicle manufacturing facility.

NORTHERN SKILLS GROUP NATIONAL RATE 58.9%

71.2%

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APPRENTICESHIPS Introducing - Chris Barnes Apprentice Assessor Chris Barnes has been with Northern Skills Group (formerly NECC Training) for the past 4 years. Having worked in and around industry for 35 years, Chris started out his journey as an electrical apprentice before progressing into electrical/electronic manufacturing with Philips Components. Here he worked in a variety of roles ranging from mechanical assembly to quality analysis. Chris now passes this extensive industry experience onto engineering apprentices across the North East employed by companies such as Newcastle Airport, UK Metalcraft, PSI Global, Labman Robotics and AR Controls. “The favourite aspect of my role is seeing apprentices develop and grow and knowing I have contributed to that development. I work with a diverse range of employers and one week is never the same!”

DID YOU KNOW?

Employers say that qualified apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications.

Apprenticeship Success!

Former Laurence Jackson School student Connor Darby is one of 29 apprentices employed by Elring Klinger and trained by Northern Skills Group. Now working at the car component manufacturers Redcar facility, he is studying a degree level apprenticeship in mechanical engineering.

“Coming from Middlesbrough College into the company provided a great start to my career at Elring Klinger. I learned from tutors who had been in the type of roles I’ll go into – and that insight is really valuable when you’re learning.” Email. courseinfo@mbro.ac.uk Web. www.mbro.ac.uk

EMPLOYER PARTNERSHIPS We work with over 2000 employers across the North of England and beyond supporting apprenticeships and training at all levels! Middlesbrough F.C.

14 apprentices make up the 2nd year cohort of League Football Education apprentices at Middlesbrough Football Club. Supported by Northern Skills Group, their training is made up of a football programme, a Level 3 BTEC in Sport, an NVQ in Football and a Level 2 Coaching Award through the Football Association.

British Steel

British Steel and Northern Skills Group have joined forces to find and train 12 new apprentice steelworkers. The company will sponsor 12 manufacturing and technical apprentices who will be employed by the group, in the hope they will join British Steel on a permanent basis when they have completed their training. 22

Utility Wise

Utilitywise enlisted the expertise of training provider Northern Skills Group to run Level 2 and Level 3 Association of Accounting Technician (AAT) apprenticeship qualifications at the firmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cobalt Business Park premises. The training is delivered to the staff of the Utilitywise finance department â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including those eligible for apprenticeship funding and those with existing degrees, who the company has paid for.

Ambrose & Co Accounting Solutions

Middlesbrough-based businesswoman, Joanne Cotton who runs Ambrose & Co Accounting Solutions, employs two apprentices, both supported by Northern Skills Group. Course Information 01642 333333

EMPLOYER PARTNERSHIPS

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week Teesside bosses from companies including Hitachi, Labman, PX Limited and British Steel gathered atop the Transporter Bridge to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week.

ethic, a real nine to five way of life, and a knowledge base relevant to actual employment. Apprenticeships apply the 'need' before the 'how' to learning.”

One of the guests who took in the famed view from the top of the bridge was Andrew Whitwell, managing director at robotics specialist Labman. He said: “Apprenticeship schemes allow Labman to help young people grow up with a work

Other events that took place across the week included an update on the latest apprenticeships reforms including the Levy and an employer lunch at the College’s Waterside Brasserie.

Apprenticeships we offer: Business and Professional

AAT Accountancy Business Administration Financial Services Leadership & Management Team Leading Business Improvement Techniques

Catering and Hospitality

Cleaning & Environmental Support Services Food and Beverage Service Food Production and Cooking Hospitality Services Kitchen Service Professional Cookery Cleaning Supervision Facilities Services

Childcare Children and Young People’s Workforce Early Years Practitioner (Early Year’s Educator) Customer Service/Contact Centre Customer Service Contact Centre Operations Housing Housing Practice Health and Care Health and Care Dental Nursing

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Construction Bricklaying Civil Engineering for Technicians Dry Lining Electrical Installation General Construction Operations Plastering Occupations Painting & Decorating Occupations Plumbing & Heating Occupations Surveying Wood Occupations (Site and Bench) Building Maintenance Building Services Engineering Construction Management Glass Fenestration (inc Surveying) Fabrication of Glass Supporting Structures Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy Barbering Beauty Therapy Hairdressing Retail Retail Skills Retail Management IT and Computing IT Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals Social Media for Business

Motor Vehicle Motor Vehicle Fitting Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Motor Vehicle Advanced Diagnostics Sport and Exercise Coaching Outdoor Leadership Sports Development Activity Leadership Personal Training STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) Electrical/Electronic Engineering Plating/Fabrication Pipefitting Fabrication & Welding Engineering Design Environment/Waste Management Improving Operational Performance Laboratory Science Technician Logistics Operations Maintenance Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering Process Operations Science Manufacturing/ Maintenance Technician Installation & Commissioning Teaching Support Teaching and Learning in Schools

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ADULT LEARNING Student Success - Emma Fairbank-Taylor Emma Fairbank-Taylor is well on her way to achieving her long-time ambition to become a hairdresser on completion of her retrain course. The 37-year-old mum of three is studying towards a Level 3 qualification which will equip her with all the skills needed to become a professional stylist.

“Hairdressing had been an ambition of mine for a long time and as the timing felt right – I found out about the Middlesbrough College courses and decided to take the plunge. I love everything about the job and the training at College – particularly the amazing staff, they have been first rate.”

Understanding the Advanced Learner Loan

19+

If you’re aged 19 or over, and are thinking about further education or training, you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £21,000 a year.

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The loan can be taken out to cover the fees of a range of level 3 and 4 courses at Middlesbrough College, including the Access to Higher Education Diploma. It isn’t based on your household income, there are no credit checks, and better still, if you get a loan to study an Access to Higher Education course then go on to complete a Higher Education course, your Advanced Learner Loan repayments will be written off. The loan is paid directly to the college for the cost of your course tuition fees so you don't have to pay anything up front to study. You don't have to borrow the full amount available - you can pay for some of the course yourself if you prefer. The minimum amount available is £300.

min £300 To see all of the courses available for the Government’s Advanced Learner Loan visit our website at www.mbro.ac.uk

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HIGHER EDUCATION

SPOTLIGHT ON Fda Airport and Airline Management This new course has been specifically developed in partnership with Swissport, the aviation ground handling specialist. It will broaden your knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues within this exciting sector, with specific reference to airport ground handling, customer service and managing people. Students also have access to the College’s fantastic on-site mock fuselage, where they can develop practical skills in a real work environment.

DID YOU KNOW?

The airport and airline sector has witnessed unprecedented growth during the last decade and the number of passengers passing through UK airports is set to increase from 229 million in 2015 to 450 million by 2030, according to the Department for Transport. This huge growth means that graduates with skills in aviation operations are highly sought after.

Student Success - Jordan Jefferson BA (Hons) Hospitality Management Jordan has high aspirations to go into teaching on completion of his BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management. The former Freebrough Academy student started his journey at Middlesbrough College on a Level 2 course in Culinary Skills, working his way up to the FdA in Hospitality Management before deciding to do a topup course to degree level. Having worked in restaurants all his life Jordan was inspired to train in the industry professionally. Juggling employment as a manager in a local bistro with his studies, Jordan cites the practical working environment at the College’s training restaurant The Waterside Brasserie for his success. “Completing shift work in the Waterside Brasserie definitely improved my confidence and I feel equipped to work in the front-of-house hospitality industry. The tutors are great and really know what they are talking about. Having been at the College for over four years now everyone knows me and it’s been great to develop my skills whilst progressing in my current job role.”

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SPORTING ACADEMIES Student sporting success Alongside his BTEC in Sport and Exercise Science, Brendan Brown is also a member of the College’s Basketball Academy. The former Egglescliffe School student trains between 6-8 hours a week on-site and plays professionally on the College team. “Having access to the academy alongside my studies is great. I’m being trained by specialist coaches who have over 20 years’ experience in the sport.”

Interested in joining an Academy?

Gymnastics Academy achieves Gold The Middlesbrough College Gymnastics Academy has had a fantastic year so far achieving gold medals in regional finals across 4 disciplines of gymnastics. The competition season started in January with a trip to the University of Cumbria for the Milano Team Regional Finals. Our under 19 mixed and under 19 women’s teams were victorious, achieving gold in both categories. The National Milano Team finals in Stoke on Trent in March was a fantastic experience and the under 19 mixed team did not disappoint securing a national silver medal.

Middlesbrough College has a range of superb Sporting Academies designed for 16-19 year olds which operate professionally to develop sporting excellence, nurture natural talent and aid personal development. You must be enrolled on a full-time course at Middlesbrough College to be eligible to apply for an academy place and if you are successful in securing a place, take part in a total of 9 hours coaching, training and fixtures per week. These academies provide an excellent opportunity for students to develop their skills and compete at the highest levels whilst studying their academic course. Middlesbrough College awards Elite Sports Scholarships to those students who excel at their chosen sport. Those awarded Elite Scholarships receive a free iPad or laptop, free sports academy training kit, free gym membership, free physiotherapy and massage, assistance with costs for representing the Sports Academies and free or subsidised transport to and from the College. 26

For the second qualifying event in February the team travelled to Birtley for the regional tumbling and acrobatics finals. The under 19 women’s pair won their category and secured themselves a place at nationals, as did the acrobatic group! In the tumbling sections the gymnasts secured national places in both events entered, under 19 women’s and under 19 men’s. The third qualifying event in March was held in Hartlepool for the Floor and Vault Regional Finals. The team was weakened due to gymnasts involved in course assessments, but the girls remained focussed and the under 19 women’s team were victorious taking the gold in a closely fought competition. A hat-trick of regional titles secured our national final places in all events available to the gymnasts this academic year.

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ENRICHMENT

MC Active offers full-time students the opportunity to partake in a range of sports and activities across the College. Delivered in partnership with Sport England and through the College Sport Maker and Outdoor Adventure Instructor, MC Active offers a fun opportunity to try something new and get fit. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to be sporty to get involved; sessions are available to all students through enrichment sessions.

A group of ESOL students took part in a range of activities including football, boxing and mixed martial arts. The sessions were designed to build on the students team work, language and communication and confidence.

A weekly table tennis club takes place in the Sports Hall on a Monday afternoon and is free for students to partake in.

Our visual performing arts students tried their hand at fencing. A group of foundation learning students visited Teesside Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s climbing wall to develop their team working skills and try something new!

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EMPLOYABILITY AND ENTERPRISE Makeup students have a brush with the world of television Hair and media makeup students got a valuable peek into the world of television recently following a visit from

Enterprise Week at Middlesbrough College Emmerdale’s Head of Makeup, Jess Taylor. Over 30 students took part in the workshop in which Jess shared her wealth of experience working on the award winning soap opera.

MP encourages students to vote Chris Skidmore MP for Kingswood, and Minister for the Constitution visited the College to discuss the importance of voting in the upcoming Tees Valley Mayor elections. Chris answered questions from our students as well as gaining thoughts and feedback on the way we vote.

Students pitched their start-up businesses to a panel of dragons including representatives from multinational construction company Carillion, NatWest and the College during Enterprise Week. A trio by the name of Baker’s Dozen scooped the top prize with the idea to sell wholesale baked goods and bread to discerning punters in Middlesbrough. The three students had successfully tested their idea as a pop-up bread shop within the College. Alongside the pitches, activities across the week included guest speakers and workshops from businesses and local entrepreneurs including Ammar Mirza CBE and a pop-up street market where students could test out their ideas on students.

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TRIPS AROUND THE WORLD

ICELAND NEW YORK

PARIS

Our A Level Geography students headed out to Iceland earlier this month, visiting the likes of lake Keriรฐ, the Golden Waterfall, Gullfoss, and the famous Great Geysir!

Level 3 Travel & Aviation students recently returned from the annual course trip to New York. The group visited the Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty and were also treated to sunshine each day!

Our talented photography students visited Paris to photograph some of the capitals iconic architecture.

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LETS GET SOCIAL

Let’s Get Social!

Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, view us on Instagram watch us on YouTube or connect with us on LinkedIn.

Smart social networking Check out our tips for staying safe online and create a great online persona for yourself!

Vicky Chatten reviewed Middlesbrough College 5* “Went to my sons pantomime Robin Hood last night and thoroughly enjoyed it. The performers were fantastic can’t wait for the next production. So proud of my son Cameron Nunn and all the performers, teachers and all those behind the scenes.”

Megan Davis reviewed Middlesbrough College 5* training and feel “I’ve recently started my nurse ge completing I’ve been given such an advanta ort I gained supp and ance guid the the Cert HE, ared me prep has rs tuto r from yourself and othe aspects of the All se. cour this on take to so well piece, NHS Elite course including the reflective t. I just wanted and the portfolio are so relevan has been and I this ful help how know to let you wants to go who ne anyo would recommend it to ing.” nurs into

1. Think about what you post Don’t post anything you would be embarrassed for certain others to see! This includes your family, friends, future employers or college/university admissions department. Once something goes online it is impossible to remove.

2. Be considerate of others when posting Ask for your friend’s permission before uploading a photo of them and if someone asks for their tag to be removed, do so! Imagine you were in their shoes.

3. Don’t vent or complain Employers, schools and colleagues have access to social media and they are looking. Is that spiteful comment worth losing a great opportunity over?

4. Paint a positive image of yourself Don’t wait until you are applying for jobs to create a great social presence online. Sites such as LinkedIn and Twitter are a great way of connecting with future employers and sharing all the great work you’ve got up to/ideas you have.

5. Keep passwords private

Claire McArthur reviewed Mid dlesbrough College 5* “My husband and I attended your Open Day with our son, Charlie. Having two olde r sons, who have already been through sixth form studies and university, we have seen the ben efits and pitfalls of continuing an education thro ugh conventional study routes that take them dire ctly from school to an attached school based sixth form. Charlie’s particular interest in sport, and his aim of becoming a PE teacher, we were disappo inted to find out that the subject he most wanted to study was not available to him at his school sixth form. This has lead us to searching out a study route that will best suit Charlie’s needs. The Sports Science 2 year BTEC course seemed idea l. Having had no previous contact with Middles brough College, we did not know what to expect whe n we visited on Saturday. However, had we had high expectations, they would certainly have bee n exceeded. From the outset being greeted so war mly as we entered the building to the attention give n to us as we met staff from the Sports Science Department we were impressed with the professiona lism, knowledge and help they showed us. Charlie has applied to study at Middlesbrough College, and my husband and I are delighted, feeling utterly confident in your staff in enabling him to meet his potential.”

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TRAVEL TO COLLEGE It’s so easy to get to Middlesbrough College To ensure that your journey is stress free and does not cost you a penny we offer free travel services to and from College via bus or train during term time.

Bus Travel Middlesbrough College has teamed up with the area’s biggest bus operators to offer students FREE weekday travel to and from College Dedicated bus routes 2017 / 2018 Struggle to get into Middlesbrough on a public bus route? Middlesbrough College operates a number of dedicated services for students to travel direct to College for 8.30am. Ingleby Barwick to Middlesbrough College in 40 minutes Great Ayton to Middlesbrough College in 35 minutes via Stokesley and Hutton Rudby

Free shuttle bus to and from Middlesbrough Bus Station to College every 10 minutes!

Easington to Middlesbrough College in 60 minutes via Loftus, Carlin How, Brotton and Skelton

* This free service applies to all full-time students – your ID Card will need to be shown when getting on the bus.

Train Travel Any student who comes to College by train from one of the named stations can claim back the costs for their ticket from Student Services You can currently travel to Middlesbrough College for free from the following stations:

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Darlington North Road Darlington Bank Top Dinsdale Allens West Seaham

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Seaton Carew Thirsk Northallerton Yarm Eaglescliffe Name: Jacob Mills (Engineer

ing - Operations & Maintena nce) Previous School: Dyke House School, Hartlepool How do you get to Middlesbr ough I get the train but on occasions College? I have to get the bus to and from the station. I find it quite eas y to get the train, as long as I arrive on time!

All travel routes above will operate for students starting in September 2017! Email. courseinfo@mbro.ac.uk Web. www.mbro.ac.uk

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Our specialist team of advisors will be on hand to guide you through the apprenticeship process

OPEN EVENT TUESDAY 25TH APRIL 5.00PM - 8.00PM

At Middlesbrough College, there’s many ways you can study with us:

A Levels & Vocational Courses

Apprenticeships

Practical and academic routes

Earn while you learn

• Find out about our great range of A Levels and Vocational courses starting in September • Get free careers advice and information • Talk to our tutors who are experts in their field

• Talk to us about the types of apprenticeships on offer • Discover the employers we work with and how they recruit

• Check out our interactive subject stands

• Find out about the process of applying and finding a vacancy

• Meet the team who will support you when you come to College

• Talk to us about your chances of securing a job after your apprenticeship training

• Tour around our £100million campus and see our state of the art facilities

• Attend a “What It Means to Be an Apprentice” presentation given by our College Principal, Zoe Lewis and Managing Director of Apprenticeships, Peter Wilson

• Discover the helpful support you can access when you come to College • Apply at the event and you will be interviewed there an then

• Ask any questions you might have

Pre-register to our Open Event now for the chance to win an iPad Mini!

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