Welcoming you back into education
If you want to take the next step in your job role, get back into work, or change direction with your career, our part-time courses are designed to help you achieve your goals.
Middlesbrough College offers new chances to upskill, retrain or enhance your CV through our extensive range of part-time courses. Everything we do is centred on giving you the best experience whilst studying, and our supportive and friendly team are here to help. Our courses are flexible, with evening and online options to suit busy lifestyles and commitments. We also take pride in how much our students develop their skills and confidence whilst with us.
Most of our part-time courses can be studied for FREE, depending on your personal circumstances; view our Course Fees page (page 5) to find out if you are eligible to study for FREE or have your course funded. If in doubt, our expert team are available to guide and help you with course fees.
Ofsted Results
Middlesbrough College was Ofsted inspected in February 2024 and were delighted with our results.
Six outstanding grades
• Behaviour and attitudes
• Personal development
• Leadership & management
• Adult learning programmes
• Apprenticeships
• Provision for learners with high needs
Strong for Skills and Overall Good.
Learners and apprentices’ benefit from receiving training in vibrant learning environments that are very well resourced.
Ofsted 2024 ”
Study at our £120m campus
Join Middlesbrough College and study in our fantastic campus, home to dedicated learning zones, purpose built social spaces and state-ofthe art specialist training facilities that will provide you with invaluable experience ready for work.
Adult & Community Learning Centre
2 Queens Square is our dedicated space for Adult and Community Learning, offering ESOL courses, basic skills, GCSEs, skills bootcamps and short programmes to support learners back into education and employment. Find out more on page 6.
STEM Centre
The Graduate Salon
MC Digital
Construction Workshop
Training Kitchens
University Centre
Supporting students
We want you to have the best experience at College, so all students have access to a range of support services – from careers guidance to mental health support, and travel to College. Our experienced teams are here to help.
Career guidance
Our Careers Team are on hand to offer you free impartial advice about your future career. They can offer advice on our courses, and what qualifications you’ll need to achieve your goals. They can also advise on job applications, CV’s, and interview skills.
Careers Team: 01642 333477
Email: careers@mbro.ac.uk
Additional learning support
Before you start your course, you will be able to confidentially share any medical conditions and/or disabilities with our Additional Learning Support Team. Ranging from dyslexia support or other learning difficulties to visual impairment and physical mobility problems, our team of experienced staff will work with you to provide a bespoke support package.
ALS Support Team: 01642 333727
Email: sen@mbro.ac.uk
Travel
All unemployed adult learners can access subsidised bus travel during their studies at College, following a £5 fee per term.
Wellbeing, Financial Support and Counselling
Our qualified student support team offer support to help you with any difficulties you may be experiencing whilst studying at college. They can support you with childcare, travel, food, health and wellbeing and finance. We also offer a free confidential Counselling Service. Students seek support for various issues such as anxiety, bereavement, and study problems.
Email: studentservices@mbro.ac.uk
Financial Support
Adult learners may be able to get help with equipment costs and childcare fees depending upon their personal circumstances and number of hours spent in lessons.
Email: studentfinance@mbro.ac.uk
MC Fitness Studio
Adult learners can access our state of the art fitness studio featuring a fantastic range of cardio vascular and resistance exercise equipment. Membership is FREE, a £10 admin fee applies.
MC Fitness Studio: 01642 333578
Email: gymworldfitnessstudio@mbro.ac.uk
01642 333333
Supporting your study costs
Most of our part-time courses can be studied for FREE, depending on your personal circumstances. The guide below will help to give you an idea on whether you are eligible to study a part-time course for FREE or are eligible for financial support.
Courses marked as FREE*
Courses may be FREE depending on your circumstances. Please note you will need to bring evidence (Wage slip or benefits – paper or electronic):
• You are unemployed and receiving benefits
• You are economically inactive
• You are working and earn a low wage (£33,210 for Tees Valley and North Yorkshire Residents and £25,000 outside of Tees Valley*)
• You are looking for a job
• You are studying your first Full Level 2 or Level 3 course
*Thresholds may be subject to change
We know this can be tricky so our expert registry team will be on hand at enrolment or at the end of the phone to talk you through this and get you enrolled on a course.
For some courses, you may be able to pay in instalments. For selected qualifications you can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan or a Tuition Fee Loan to cover your course fees. We can help with all of these.
You can call our friendly registry team or chat to them at enrolment for advice and guidance on fees.
Registry Team: 01642 333586/333358
Email: registrydata@mbro.ac.uk
To be eligible for FREE courses you must bring evidence with you to enrolment. E.g. recent proof of benefits or wage slips.
Learners and apprentices’ benefit from highly welcoming, inclusive and supportive learning and training environments. Ofsted 2024 ”
Adult and Community Learning Centre at 2 Queens Square
Our Adult and Community Learning centre is a dedicated supportive learning zone for adult learners.
Located at 2 Queens Square just a short walk from our main campus, the railway and bus stations. At our centre you can study, socialise and learn with like-minded people! We deliver a range of courses in the centre, making it easier than ever to learn new skills.
For a chat about any of our programmes contact
ACL Team: 01642 333378
Email: adult&communitylearning@mbro.ac.uk
Calling employers – build your workforce
If you are looking to grow your business with fresh talent, we can work with you to develop bespoke academies to build a workforce. Designed to your business requirements, our expert tutors will train learners with varying skills, including security, welding, renewable energy, and trade skills, as well as support for maths and English skills.
Contact our Adult and Community Learning Business Advisor on 01642 333665
Every Monday between 9:00am - 12noon, our expert team are on hand to support you with:
• Application Support
• CV Writing
• Cover Letters
• Employment Routes
Book your place by visiting 2 Queens Square or contacting 01642 333378 or adult&communitylearning@mbro.ac.uk
In 2024 Ofsted inspectors graded our adult learning programmes as Outstanding!
Sector Skills Academies
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Adult
Our sector-based work academies are short courses designed to get you back into work in a specific occupation or to upskill you. They include industry-recognised qualifications alongside a guaranteed job interview or exceptional support for the application process, with a local employer upon completion! You will also gain skills in job application search, CV writing and interview preparation.
The courses below run on regular dates throughout the year and attending them will not affect your benefits.
Midas Cladding (inc CSCS/Manual
Signaller Academy (inc. CCNSG/Manual Handling)
Plant Operation Academy (Inc. CSCS Card and Telescopic Handler or Dumper Truck or Articulated Dumper Truck)
Welding Academy (Inc. CCNSGL3, ASME9 or BSEN9606)
*Your course may be FREE depending upon your circumstances. See page 5.
FREE Skills Bootcamps
Are you 19 or over and looking for a brand-new career?
Our Skills Bootcamps are FREE and flexible training courses designed to help adults build skills for life and sector-specific skills with a guaranteed interview after you complete your course.
Delivered in partnership with employers, providers, and local authorities, our Skills Bootcamps help support skills demands in the local area and ultimately help people get better jobs.
We currently offer Skills Bootcamps in:
• L3 Electrical Vehicle Maintenance
• L3 Virtual Process (Control Room)
• L3 Process Technology
• L3 Digital Marketing
• L3 Welding
• L4 Childcare
• L4 Preparing to Teach
• L4 Construction Site Supervisor
• L4 Information Advice Guidance
• Experienced Technician
• Wind Technician
• Blade Repair
• Offshore Engineering Technician
• Utilities Entry Package
Adult and Community Learning Centre at 2 Queens Square
Distance Learning Courses
Our flexible online learning courses fit around you, so you can upskill in your own time, in your own home and on your own terms. Designed to be studied at home so you can learn flexibly around family and work commitments. Also, they lead to nationally recognised qualifications, which will make you more employable!
*Level 2 courses are FREE for all; Level 3 course may be FREE depending upon your personal circumstances. See page 5 for more details.
You will be required to complete all Level 2 distance learning courses within 12 weeks. If you withdraw prior to completing the courses or do not complete the course within this timescale, you will be liable to pay a £50 admin fee.
Contact the Distance Learning Team for more information. Email: distancelearning@mbro.ac.uk
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Tutors support adult learners and apprentices effectively to develop their English, mathematics and digital skills. ”
Ofsted 2024
ESOL, GCSEs, and Functional Skills
These essential skills courses are a stepping-stone to developing your communication and employability skills. Whether you speak another language and wish to progress to other mainstream courses or into employment or want to develop the skills needed to progress in your career, we can help you get to where you want to be.
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
Entry - ESOL
(Speaking and Listening)
*The courses above are FREE for most learners depending upon residency status. To be eligible for any of the FREE courses above you must bring evidence with you to enrolment. See p5 for more details. Adult and Community Learning Team: 01642 333378 • Email: adult&communitylearning@mbro.ac.uk
Not A “Numbers Person”?
You’re not alone! 3 in 10 of UK adults don’t think numbers is for them.
Improving your maths skills could help unlock job opportunities and lead to higher wages, prepare you for further study, or simply help with everyday tasks at home – from paying bills and budgeting, to helping the kids with their homework, or even in the kitchen.
If need some support with your maths skills, Mathletes is available to you and offers easy access to free maths courses to help build your confidence with numbers or gain a qualification.
University Centre Middlesbrough
Study local and save money with our industry-focused University level courses!
Our job-focused University courses are a smart practical alternative to a traditional University, and you will be taught at our Middlehaven Campus in our purpose-built University Centre by experienced higher education tutors.
Our small classes will give you all the support you need, including more teaching hours and regular 1:1 feedback on your work and progress. Many of our courses can be studied on a part-time flexible basis to fit around work and family commitments.
Why choose us?
• 16 hours contact time with tutors each week which is considerably more than other organisations who only provide 8-12 hours
• Very good onsite physical and academic resources in all subject areas
• Free accreditations, memberships and level 2/3 qualifications as part of your HE study
• Out of hours access to HE specific study space and specialist study areas
• Teaching staff have higher standard qualifications which are aligned to Quality Code expectations
• All essential kit and equipment is provided to students free of charge
• Free loan laptop for all HE students
• Self-sufficient academic resources
• Onsite HE specific student guidance and support
Financing your studies
If you are worried about the cost of studying, it might help to know there are a range of financial support schemes available to help you.
• Tuition fee loans
• Maintenance loans
• Employer sponsorship
• Grants for disabled students
University students have access to a dedicated University Centre with classrooms, quiet study spaces and a lounge.
Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQ’s)
HTQs are specialised practical training programmes developed by employers and awarding bodies. They will provide you with upto-date industry skills and knowledge that not only take you higher on the employability list, but also unlock the tools you need to advance in your chosen field.
Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers.
Higher Education Courses
Higher Education Courses
“The tutors are very supportive and are always on hand to help. I’ve improved my skills and knowledge, including my presentation skills which has boosted my confidence in the workplace. I am excited to see what the future holds and will hopefully continue progressing with my employer and with further qualifications at Middlesbrough College’s University Centre.”
Megan Neale
Access to higher education diplomas
FREE
◊ courses to get you to University
Studied part-time across one year, these Level 3 courses prepare adult learners without traditional qualifications for further study at degree level. Our courses cover a range of units designed to develop academic skills for successful progression into independent study at University.
Delivered with busy lifestyles in mind, our courses provide family friendly learning hours so you can get the qualifications you need to access the career you want, and the life you want.
Whether you dream of becoming a nurse, engineer, teacher, or another high-level profession, our exciting range of courses will help get you there.
I had been out of education for over 10 years and felt I needed to get back to learning to provide for my wife and family. My goal is to study for a degree in Mechanical Engineering and this access course is the perfect route. The environment here is really welcoming and the tutors are so helpful, this course will help me break into the Engineering industry and provide a great future for me and my wife.”
Students doing an Access to HE Diploma usually use a student tuition fee loan to fund their programme which is written off once they complete their degree. ◊Your Access to HE Diploma will be FREE once you complete your degree as your Advanced Learner Loan will be written off.
If you are age 19-23 and it is your first full Level 3 course it will be FREE.
Apprenticeships
Earn while you learn with an apprenticeship
In 2024 Ofsted inspectors graded our apprenticeship provision as ‘Outstanding’!
Northern Skills, the apprenticeship and training arm of Middlesbrough College offers a range of apprenticeship opportunities so you can gain hands-on industry experience.
Our experienced team work with over 2000 employers to deliver apprenticeship training at all levels helping hundreds of people each year secure an apprenticeship in their chosen career, putting them on the fast track to success.
As an apprentice you will learn on the job, building up knowledge and skills whilst gaining a qualification and earning a wage. You will gain invaluable insight into the world of work and pick up key skills that future employers want.
Apprenticeships we offer:
• Accountancy
• Beauty Therapy
• Business Administration
• Catering and Hospitality
• Childcare & Education
• Construction
• Customer Service
• Dental Nursing
• Engineering
• Health and Social Care
• IT, Digital and Media
• Management and Leadership
• Motor Vehicle
• Teaching and Education
Visit northernskills.co.uk to search through our latest apprenticeship vacancies!
“I have been fortunate to receive expert guidance from my tutor and support from my employer which has made it possible for me to complete the apprenticeship.”
Helen Winskill Level
5 Operations/Departmental Manager
Leaders
have implemented a rigorous process to improve quality,
which has
had a significant positive impact on the experience and success of apprentices.
” “ Ofsted 2024
Looking to recruit?
“Taking on an apprentice has allowed me to grow my business and training. An apprentice keeps me on my toes and up to date on the current industry technology.”
Andrew Hoggart Quantum Computer Repairs
and Sales
Northern Skills offers a free and thorough recruitment service to grow your team with fresh talent. Recruit new team members or enhance the skills of your current staff with us. Contact our team on 03453 404040 and see how we can support your business.
TTE – For all your technical training needs
TTE is the North East’s leading technical training provider to the oil and gas process, manufacturing and engineering sectors.
Offering full time courses in -
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Instrumentation Engineering
• Process Operations
• Wind Turbine Technology
And a range of part time courses and apprenticeships in a range of technical training specialisms.
Opening September 2024
We are so excited that our brand-new £12million TTE Centre will be opening its doors in September 2024! The new engineering facility will train over 300 full-time students, 300 apprentices and 500 adults each year, alongside a thriving cohort of international students.
The state-of-the-art centre will include:
• 7 large multifunction/multidiscipline workshops to provide for Instrumentation, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Process Engineering and Net Zero Low Carbon Technology Workspaces
• 7 breakout classrooms and study spaces
• Large conference room and staff workspaces
• Student social and welfare areas
• The centre is built to sustainable design principles, with features including a full photovoltaic solar roof and easy access to wider campus facilities and transport links
Business Management and Professional Development
◊ Your Access to HE Diploma is FREE if you go
Catering and Hospitality
Childcare, Teaching and Education
*Your course may be FREE depending on your circumstances. See page 5.
Opportunities in Childcare
With the government roll out of more free childcare for parents from April 2024 and an extra £400million worth of funding there will be a considerable number of jobs available as nurseries and early years providers increase their childcare places.
New recruits will also receive a £1000 bonus when they start their first role in childcare so it has never been a better time to train in a childcare role. Our childcare qualifications will help to give you knowledge, skills and behaviours that you need to prepare you for employment.
Courses are part time and can fit around your job and busy lifestyle whilst you retrain. They are also vocationally based and provided an engaging, inspiring and practical approach to learning. The childcare department at the College have excellent links with local employers to support work placements and offer additional qualifications on many programmes to enhance employability prospects such as Level 3 SEN and Level 3 Paediatric First Aid.
Why not come along to one of our enrolment events and find out more. Your course may be FREE depending upon your personal circumstances.
*Your course may be FREE depending on your circumstances. See page 5.
Retrofitting is the upgrading of homes to make them more energy efficient, healthier, and cheaper to live in. There is a skills gap in the Retrofitting industry and therefore we need more skilled workers to help the region future proof their homes.
We are running a range of courses to train up Retrofit Installers, Advisors, Assessors and Co-ordinators and courses may be FREE depending on your personal circumstances.
You might have little or no experience but want to get into the field or are working in construction and want to retrain or upskill into Retrofitting or have employees who you wish to train up.
Courses are part time, accredited and aligned to PAS 2035 industry standard and are delivered face-to-face at the College. Why not find out more today about our courses starting this September at one of our enrolment events.
Train to work in Retrofit
Engineering and TTE
Engineering and TTE
BEng
◊ Your Access to HE Diploma is FREE if you go on to study a degree. Your Advanced Learner Loan (ALL) will be written off.
*Your course may be FREE depending on your circumstances. See page 5.
Do you have a knack for all things technical?
Our Higher Technical Qualifications are designed to advance your knowledge and skills in your dream industry. No matter if you’re starting from scratch or retraining to get that allimportant competitive edge, Middlesbrough College will help you become a star in your chosen field.
Browse our stimulating courses today – we can picture you on campus already!
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Essential Skills
ESOL - English for Speakers of Other Languages
The courses above are FREE for most learners depending upon residency status. To be eligible for any FREE courses you must bring evidence with you to enrolment. See page 5 for more details. Adult and Community Learning Team: 01642 333378 • Email:
Hair and Beauty
*Your course may be FREE depending on your circumstances. See page 5.
Health and Social Care
◊Your Access to HE Diploma is FREE if you go on to study a degree. Your Advanced Learner Loan (ALL) will be written off.
*Your course may be FREE depending on your circumstances. See page 5.
Renowned hospital doctor and TV presenter, Dr Ranj, leads the official opening of our new Immersive Health and Social Care Education Suite.
Music, Video & Audiovisual Technology
Enrol this Summer!
From 12th - 16th Aug 9:00am - 4:00pm ESOL, Functional Skills & Adult GCSEs at 2 Queens Square
15th - 16th Aug 9:00am - 4:00pm Higher Education (online and on site)
19th -21st Aug 9:00am - 4:00pm ESOL, Functional Skills & Adult GCSEs at 2 Queens Square
20th – 21st Aug 9:00am - 7:00pm, Friday until 3:00pm Higher Education
22nd – 23rd Aug 9:00am – 7:00pm, Friday until 3:00pm All courses
26th Aug Bank Holiday - No enrolment
27th – 30th Aug 9:00am – 7:00pm, Friday until 3:00pm All courses
29th - 30th Aug 9:00am – 7:00pm, Friday until 3:00pm Access to HE & Retrain
2nd – 27th Sep 9:00am – 3:00pm Late Enrolment for all courses
