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10 Animal Care - Dog Grooming Advice 14 Beauty Therapy – Looking After Your Skin 19 Catering – Easy Tomato Soup Recipe 21 Childcare - Wordsearch 22 Construction – How to hang a Shelf 22 Construction – Measuring up for Wallpaper 27 Engineering – Summer and Winter Car Care Tips 28 Hairdressing – Tips from James Brown 30 Health and Safety – Tips For Around the Home 33 ICT – Staying Safe Online 34 Horticulture – Gardening Calendar 37 Languages – Quick Quiz 38 Maths and English – Puzzles 42 Music – Quick Quiz 44 Science – Did you Know? 46 Sport – Running Tips to Get Started
Message from the Principal of St Helens College, Dame Pat Bacon. Welcome to Life and Learning, the new lifestyle magazine for St Helens College. The publication features a wide range of articles alongside the course subject areas available to study at the College. I have great pleasure in introducing you to this new publication and St Helens College, at this important time in its development. The new Town Centre Campus project is now complete and students will benefit from the fantastic facilities and resources available. In addition to delivering further and higher education, St Helens College is a resource that the whole community can access and you will find more details of our services in this magazine. At St Helens College we will provide you with high quality education and training programmes. We work to build your skills, from brushing up on the basics to preparing you for a career change. Whatever your particular needs and aspirations are, we will do our best to equip you with the knowledge and skills that you require for the world of work. For further course information, please visit our new website at www.sthelens.ac.uk or contact our Student Services team on 0800 99 66 99. We look forward to welcoming you to St Helens College.
Enrolment Dates General Enrolment Days
Wednesday 17th August 2011 Wednesday 24th August 2011 Monday 5th September 2011 Wednesday 7th September 2011
School Leaver Enrolment Week Thursday 25th August 2011 Friday 26th August 2011 Tuesday 30th August 2011 Wednesday 31st August 2011 Thursday 1st September 2011 Friday 2nd September 2011
11.00am - 7.00pm 11.00am - 7.00pm 4.00pm - 7.00pm 4.00pm - 7.00pm
10.00am - 4.00pm 10.00am - 4.00pm 10.00am - 4.00pm 10.00am - 4.00pm 10.00am - 4.00pm 10.00am - 4.00pm
What’s on where Town Centre Campus
Access to HE, Accounting, Art and Design, Beauty Therapy, Business Administration, Catering, Childcare and Playwork, Counselling, Hairdressing, Health and Safety, Health and Care, Humanities and Social Science, ICT, Land Based Industries, Languages, Management, Personnel and Purchasing, Maths and English, Media, Performing Arts and Music, Public Services, Science, Sport, Supported Learning, Teaching, Youth Work
Technology Centre
Animal Care, Construction, Engineering, Motor Vehicle
47 Travel – Interesting Events From Around the Globe!
Principal of St Helens College, Dame Pat Bacon.
Visit www.sthelens.ac.uk for future enrolment dates and open days.
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“Fantastic
College Facilities
new facilities available for the community of St Helens
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(Photo courtesy of St Helens Star)
Fee Discount Policy
Student Support
For Skills Funding Agency and Young People’s Learning Agency Funded Students 2011/2012. For home students on FE programmes only
Under 19
Discount Category
Student services offer free information, advice and guidance on College programmes and services. Careers advice and guidance are also available.
Means tested Benefits***
Our Finance and Welfare Officer can give confidential advice and guidance on areas such as fee remission, studying on benefits and obtaining grants, bursaries and awards.
We offer a Counselling Service and College Chaplain.
St Helens College also offers a créche facility.
Opening Times
Student Ser vices Town Centre 8.20am - 7.30pm Monday 8.20am - 7.30pm Tuesday Wednesday 8.20am - 7.30pm 8.20am - 7.30pm Thursday 8.20am - 4pm Friday
tre Student Services Technology Cen 8.30am - 7.30pm Monday 8.30am - 7.30pm Tuesday Wednesday 8.30am - 7.30pm 8.30am - 5pm Thursday 8.30am - 4pm Friday
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Tuition Fee Discount
Awarding Body Fee Discount
Under 19 years, full time student
100%
100%
Birth Certificate or any other official document with proof of age
Under 19, part time, not funded through other sources
100%
100%
Disclaimer
In receipt of Job Seekers Allowance
100%
100%
Award Letter
In receipt of Employment and Support Allowance (Work Related Activity Group)
100%
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Award Letter
First Full Level 2
100%
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Designated programmes - Self declaration form
Age 19 - 24, First Full Level 3
100%
*maximum
Designated programmes - Self declaration form
Age 25+ First Full Level 3 Jumper**
100%
*maximum
Designated programmes - Self declaration form
Skills for Life & Functional Skills (not SfL ESOL)
100%
*maximum
By programme definition
Entry Level/Level 1 where the learner has not attained Level 2 and learner needs the additional step in order to progress to Level 2, otherwise co-funded
100%
*maximum
Designated programmes - Self declaration form
£50 contribution £50 contribution
£50 contribution £50 contribution £50 contribution
Proof to be Shown
* A maximum of £50 contribution towards the awarding body fee is charged for each programme. ** Level 3 Jumper – those taking a Full Level 3 without having a full Level 2 qualification. *** Including approved QCF Stand Alone Units and Foundation Learning programmes. Please note that the fee remission policy does not apply to those learners on 19+ apprenticeships
For information on higher education funding (Foundation Degrees, BA Honours, HNDs and HNCs) please visit www.sthelens.ac.uk
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The right level for you 6 life
Entry Level
An entry level qualification is suitable for beginners, you will gain basic knowledge and skills. Entry level qualifications - Foundation Learning ‘Tasters’
Level 1
A level 1 course has been designed to enable you to gain a basic level of knowledge and skills in your chosen area. It will provide you with a platform to progress onto a level 2 qualification. GCSEs grades D-G - Foundation Learning - NVQ Level 1 - OCR Nationals - Functional Skills Level 1 - Skills for Life
Level 2
A level 2 qualification will provide you with an intermediate level of knowledge and skills and is equivalent to GCSE level. GCSEs grades A* - C - BTEC Level 2 - NVQ Level 2 - OCR Nationals - Functional Skills Level 2 - Skills for Life
Level 3
Are you currently unemployed? We can offer youShort Courses - many are free! Training linked to jobs CV updating and advice Guidance and support when filling in application forms Help with job-search and interview skills yers We can link you with local emplo Secure your future with St Helens College freephone 0800 99 66 99
A level 3 qualification will provide you with advanced knowledge and skills in your chosen subject and is equivalent to A levels. BTEC Diplomas - A Levels - NVQ Level 3
Level 4
A level 4 qualification is studied at a higher education level and is equivalent to the first year of a university degree. HNC - HND - Foundation Degree - Professional
Level 5
A level 5 qualification is studied at a higher education level and is equivalent to the second year of a university degree. Degree - Professional
Level 6
A level 6 qualification is studied at a higher education level and is equivalent to the third year of a university degree. Honours Degree - Professional
Level 7
A level 7 qualification is equivalent to postgraduate and masters degree level. Postgraduate qualification - Masters
FREE Future Skills Courses at St Helens College • Adult Social Care • Retail • Introduction to Bar Skills • Security The new Future Skills Courses are ideal for individuals aged 19+ and unemployed (accessing JSA/ESA) who want to pursue a career in Adult Social Care, Introduction to Bar Skills or Retail and Security. The courses will be delivered at the Town Centre Campus and you will attend for a maximum 15 hours per week, based on 3 days per week over a 4 week period. You will gain certificates to demonstrate your skills and knowledge and cover a variety of areas including an induction to the industry, customer service skills and an understanding of your rights and regulations.
We have an experienced team that will help and support you in finding employment opportunities through links with local employers and partnerships.
Change your future today Ring 01744 623267 and reserve your place.
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Access to HE The Access to HE courses are designed for people who would like to study at university but left school without the usual qualifications, such as A levels. Previous students have gone onto a variety of higher education institutions studying teaching, social work and nursing, as well as subject specific degrees.
Courses in:
Access to HE Nurs ing & Midwifery Access to HE Teac hing & Humanities Access to HE Social Work Access to HE Science
Did you know?
• 13,035 students entered undergraduate programmes at higher education institutions with an Access to HE qualification.
• 11,280 students studied full-time and 1,755 part-time.
• 9,885 students entered higher education on degree programmes and 3,150 on other undergraduate programmes.
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Accounting This sector has undergone major transformations in recent years, with some retailers diversifying to compete for services traditionally provided by high street banks, building societies and insurance providers. The sector in the North West: • The banking sector is the largest employer in the financial services sector employing 57% • The insurance sector employs 29%
• The financial advice sector employs 9%
• The Investment Management sector employs 5%
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Courses in:
AAT Introductor y Certificate AAT Certificate AAT Diploma Book-keeping
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Be pampered
Animal Care The Animal Care industry is worth ÂŁ1 billion to the UK. There are currently 13,000 businesses within the sector, employing around 78,000 people and even more volunteers. The range of industries in the sector include pet shops, boarding kennels, catteries, pet breeders, training, animal welfare charities, zoos, wildlife parks, grooming and many more. (Source: Lantra)
Courses in:
Animal Care Animal Managem Dog Grooming
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The need for grooming your dog Grooming your dog accomplishes much more than just making your pet's coat look nice and shiny. It will provide you with the opportunity to spend some "quality time" with your dog, combing, brushing, bathing and generally bonding with him.
You will be able to check your dog closely for any problems while grooming. Move the hair aside and examine the skin closely for signs of fleas, ticks or skin irritations. Look for any unusual problems with the coat such as mats, tangles, dandruff, etc. (Source: vetontheweb.co.uk)
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Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy and Spa Therapy Treatments
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01744 623294 www.sthelens.ac.uk/thelounge
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Artwork: The Girl by Sonja Lyon (BA Hons Fine Art Painting)
In the UK, over 500,000 people work in the sector in total with 59,580 people working in the sector in the North West Region. The Design sector account for the greatest proportion of the North West’s creative and cultural industries. There are currently around 5,655 businesses in the creative and cultural industries in the North West. (Source: Creative and Cultural Skills)
Artwork by Dawn Wood (FD Graphic Design - Year 2)
Created by Mike Boden (BA Hones Game Art)
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Designs by Diploma in Art & Design (Fashion & Clothing) students
courses available Short courses to Higher Education
created by Pete Burrows
Art and Design
Courses in: Ar t & Design Drawing & Painting Fashion & Clothin g Fine Ar t Painting Game Ar t Graphic Design Interactive Media Photography
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Beauty and Spa Therapy
Courses in: Beauty Therapy Complementar y Th erapy Spa Therapy Nails
available Level 2 to Higher Education Courses
The Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy standards body Habia report that around 245,795 people are employed in the sector with around 15,966 working in nail bars, beauty salons, spas and as mobile beauty therapists. You could develop your career by training to offer a wider variety of treatments, move into fashion, theatre or media make-up or progress to become a salon manager.
Exciting NEW Spa facility
• Sauna • Monsoon Shower • Steam Room • Ice Fountain • Jacuzzi • Flotation Tank
(Source: Habia)
Look after your skin
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Be rigorous about cleansing
Look after your mitts
Nourish from the inside
After a hectic day it's easy to just flop into bed with your make up on. But a smart skin-saving must-do is to set aside two minutes to cleanse before bedtime. This helps prevent the sebum glands, which provide natural oils to your face, from becoming blocked and leading to spots. Although it is best to remove all make up by cleansing first, if you're pushed for time go for cleansing wipes as they are quicker to use.
If you're constantly washing your hands, you may be left with parched, dry patches. Sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) enables cleansing products such as hand washes to foam. While for most people this isn't a problem, if you have to regularly wash your hands, they can become chapped. Use a soap-free hand wash especially for dry skin rather than soap. Follow with a rich hand cream.
If you're always on the go, your diet may be lacking in essential minerals and vitamins that help support good skin texture. A healthy, well balanced diet that includes plenty of fruit and vegetables will help to support your whole body, including the skin. But if you feel your diet is lacking, then supplements may be helpful. Studies suggest that vitamins A, C and E can potentially benefit the skin. (Source: boots.com)
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Courses in: Administration Text Processing Business
Business Administration & Business Studies
Level 1 to Higher Education courses
There are currently over 4.7 million people working in Business and Administration roles in the UK and a further 10 million people are working in roles that require administration skills on a daily basis. It is estimated that the business administration sector will need to recruit 1.2 million people 16 life
Contemporary fine dining experience in St Helens
available
over the next five years and with more than 97% of all UK organisations acknowledging the crucial importance of administration to business success, it is a great time to pursue a career in business administration. (Source: Council for Administration)
Success for Business Administration Students
This happy bunch have really got something to smile about – as they have all just successfully completed Level 2 in Business Administration. This course gives you not one but two nationally recognised qualifications! These are an NVQ in Business Administration as well as a Diploma in Text Processing qualifications employers really value.
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01744 623155
www.sthelens.ac.uk/colours
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Easy Tomato Soup Ingredients
available Short courses to Level 3 courses
Courses in: Cake Decoration Cooking for Special Occasions Cooking from Arou nd the Globe Professional Cook er y Food Service Confectioner y and Patisserie
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1 onion, chopped 1 carrot, grated 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tin chopped tomatoes 200ml vegetable stock 2 tbsp double cream Handful of basil, chopped 1 stick of celery, chopped
Method
1.Cook the onion, carrot, celery and crushed garlic in the olive oil, until softened. Add the tinned tomatoes and vegetable stock. Simmer for 15 minutes. 2.Whizz in a blender. Stir in the double cream and a handful chopped basil.
Catering & Hospitality
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Previous learners have gained employment in a whole range of different places such as hotels, restaurants, cruise liners, pubs and even as celebrity chefs on television. If they can do it so can you. Not looking for employment? We have lots of leisure courses from cake decorating to cooking for dinner parties. Enjoy ‘Come Dine With Me’? We’ll be coming to dine with you when you’ve completed one of our fantastic ten week short courses!
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(Source: bbc.co.uk)
Gain a career in the Catering and Hospitality Industry. The Hospitality, Catering and Leisure industry is one of the fastest growing in the world. In England alone there are well over 100,000 businesses employing a workforce of well over 1 million people and there are still shortages for skilled chefs and well qualified managers. The industry has many different sectors such as contract food service providers, visitor attractions, holiday parks, cruise liners, pubs, bars and nightclubs, to name just a few!
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Courses in: Early Years Childcare Playwork Safeguarding
Childcare and Playwork There are currently around 2.6 million people who work with children, young people and their families, in sectors
available Short courses to Level 5 courses
including early years, childcare, work with young people, education welfare, social work and social care.
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Can you find these words... animals art care catering
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college computer floristry hairdressing
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Courses in:
courses available Short courses toHigher Education
Construction It is estimated that the construction industry in the North West region will grow by 1.4% between 2009 and 2013. The infrastructure and public non-housing sectors are expected to see the strongest growth over this period. It is anticipated that the total number employed in the construction industry in the North West will rise to
ACS Gas Bricklaying Carpentr y and Joiner y Electrical Installat ion Floor Covering Painting and Decor ating Plastering Plumbing Wall and Floor Tiling
271,390 by 2013. To reach this predicted target 4,780 new workers will be required to join the industry each year with the largest demand expected for painters and decorators and bricklayers. (Source: Construction Skills)
Hanging a single shelf on brackets
• First make a small mark on the wall where the bottom of the shelf will be. Using a pencil, draw a horizontal line from this mark using a spirit level. • Mark the ends of the shelf on this line vertically where you would like the brackets to go. It is best to mark the brackets 10cm to 15cm in from both ends of the shelf. • Hold one of the brackets against the wall with a piece of wood on top of it where the shelf would be and line it up with the vertical and horizontal lines on the wall. Mark the screw holes with a pencil. • Use a hammer drill and masonry bit to drill holes to suit the wall plugs or fittings that you’re using. • Insert the plugs and screw the brackets to the wall. • Finally, screw your shelf to the brackets to make sure it is secure when used.
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Hanging Wallpaper Measuring up tips
• A standard roll of wallpaper is usually 0.53m wide and 10m in length. Measure the total perimeter of the room (in metres) and include doors and windows. Divide by 0.53 (this is the number of widths needed). • Next multiply the height of the room (in metres) by the number of widths needed to get the total length of wallpaper required. Divide this by the length of a roll (usually 10m). This is the number of rolls you will need. • Remember to always buy an extra roll, most wallpaper suppliers will refund any unopened rolls.
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Make a Lifestyle Choice
Counselling A career in counselling includes a variety of settings, such as schools; further and higher education; in the workplace; organisations for people with disabilities; youth work and other general counselling services.
Courses in:
Counselling Concep ts Counselling Skills
Be Active‌. Join the Gym
Those who work in other caring professions often benefit from some training in counselling skills. This could include nurses, teachers and support workers.
Level 2 and Level 3 courses available
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Town Centre Campus, Brook Street, St Helens www.sthelens.ac.uk/thegym
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Courses in:
lding Fabrication and We ing eer gin En l ica an ch Me ance en int Operations and Ma Engineering CAD l/Electronic ica ctr Ele Engineering Motor Vehicle
Engineering • There are currently 130,000 companies in the engineering sector in the UK with a combined workforce of 1.7 million. In 2007 the UK engineering sector had a turnover of £257 billion. • 274,300 people are employed in the mechanical equipment sector and the sector will need over 67,000 people to replace those retiring or leaving their jobs over the next 5 years.
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car mainten
1. Check the air filter for dirt and tears in the paper and replace if necessary.
2. Make sure you use the correct concentration of anti-freeze. Anti-freeze raises the boiling point of the water in your radiator so the water can keep the engine cool even in the hot summer months. 3. Check your brakes and brake fluid twice a year to make sure everything is in order.
4. Regularly check your headlights to see if you need to replace a bulb.
5. Make sure seat belts are not frayed or torn and that they unreel smoothly and retract easily.
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• The electrical equipment sector currently employs around 119,000 people and the sector will require over 37,000 people to replace those retiring or leaving their jobs over the next 5 years. (Source: Semta)
available Level 1 to Higher Education courses
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car maintenance
tips
1. Make sure you use the correct concentration of anti-freeze. In the cold winter months anti-freeze prevents freezing, which would overheat the engine as it would stop the flow of the coolant. 2. Always keep the battery fully charged and check it for corrosion and make sure the terminals are clean and dry.
3. Inspect your tyres and always check that the spare tyre is in good condition. 4. Keep a check on your engine oil, if the oil looks black then it is time for an oil change.
5. Check your windscreen for cracks or chips. It is essential that these are repaired straight way.
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Hairdressing The Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy standards body Habia report that around 245,795 people are employed in the sector with around 38,973 working in hair salons or barbering. The North West account for 13.5%
Courses in:
Barbering Womens’ Hairdres sing
of the workforce in the sector. The sector provides a wide range of career opportunities from working in salons within the UK to opportunities in hotels, cruise liners or the armed forces bases. (Source: Habia)
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1. Nourish
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Hair Care Tips
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Smother a hair mask all over dry, brittle or lackluster hair for an instant perk up. For fine hair, use a walnut sized amount on the lengths and ends and leave for 10 minutes. For coarse or thick hair, the mask should cover the whole head. Wrap in a towel and leave for 30minutes. Finish with a good rinse.
2. Shine
For mega-watt shine, groom hair with a paddle brush before bedtime to massage the scalp, then sleep on a silk pillowcase to prevent the cuticles becoming ruffled.
3. Manage
For unruly hair, leave in a tiny amount of conditioner instead of rising - this will make it less frizzy and more manageable.
4. Lift
For dull and flat hair, wash twice, rinse well and towel dry before applying conditioner. This will help the hair strands to absorb the conditioner instead of just coating the surface.
5. Polish
For polished, smooth hair push conditioner into the hair shafts by twisting small sections tightly from root to tip. Repeat until the whole head is covered, then rinse.
(Source: boots.com)
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Health
Health and Safety Over 200 people are killed each year in accidents at work and more than one million people are injured. Over two million suffer illnesses caused by, or made worse by, their work. In order to address these problems, managers, supervisors and employees need to access appropriate Health and Safety training.
Here are some simple Health and Safety tips for the home.
and Social Care
Measures you can take immediately: • Fit child-proof locks on cupboards where you keep cleaning products - many contain hazardous chemicals • Use a stair guard for very young children
A total of around 120,000 people work in the social care sector in the North West and it is estimated that around 2.8 million people work in the healthcare sector in the UK. The National Health Service (NHS) is the largest single employer and other healthcare employers include private, charitable and voluntary organisations.
• Put cold water in the bath first and then add hot, not the other way around • Don't use a tablecloth if you have a crawling or toddling child • Get down on your hands and knees to view potential hazards from a child’s perspective • Move furniture, such as beds, sofas and chairs, away from windows to prevent children climbing up and falling out
Success for Health and Care Students
• Keep knives, razors, sewing kits and DIY tools locked away • Make sure your garden is safe - if you have a pond, put a fence around it
To minimise the risk of fire:
• Put a childproof fireguard in front of an open fire or heater
• Don't overload electrical sockets
Courses in: NEBOSH
(Source: bbc.co.uk)
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(Source: Skills for Health)
• Keep matches, lighters and candles in a place where children cannot see or reach them • Never leave children alone in the kitchen when you're cooking
Courses in:
The girls pictured with their tutor Rachel Sumerskill
Spread of Infection Dementia Awarenes s Infection Prevention and Control Support Individuals at End of Life Use of Medication in Social Care Setting Health and Social Ca re Leadership for Health and Social Care
Three young mum’s studying Health and Social Care Level 2 have achieved success against the odds. Tracey Kenny, Kayleigh Kelsall and Samantha Jukes all have young children and have returned to education, deciding to retrain for a career in health and social care. After successfully completing Level 1 last year they have all progressed onto the Level 2 programme. The girls have used the College crèche to help them complete their studies. Kayleigh said, ‘I didn’t realise babies could attend the college crèche from newborn but when Sam told me they could I enrolled onto the course putting my two younger children in the crèche.’ It was a great surprise to both the girls, and their tutor, Rachel Summerskill, to find out that all three were pregnant again! Despite struggling to attend college during some of the more difficult times during their pregnancies - as well as looking after their young families - all the girls have successfully completed Level 2.
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Deborah Monk
Georgina Ward
Humanities and Social Science
A Sure Start to Deborah's Career
When Georgina Ward enrolled on the BA (Hons) Culture, Mind and Modernity programme at St Helens College, she took a step closer to her dream career in teaching.
Studying at St Helens College can open up a world of opportunities for some students, as Deborah Monk discovered. Deborah wanted to pursue a career in the public sector and wanted to study a qualification that would help her to achieve her dream. After researching the course, Deborah found the ideal course that would help her develop a career in her chosen area and enrolled on the Foundation Degree in Social Policy, Health and Housing.
Georgina’s commitment to her studies and hard work was rewarded as she achieved an overall 2:1 for the degree, (gaining a first for her dissertation) and secured a place on the PGCE programme at Liverpool Hope University.
available Level 3 to Higher Education courses
Spreadsheets Email Internet IT User Skills
Courses in:
Access to HE Social Policy, Healt h and Housing Culture Mind and Mo dernity Social Policy
A Cultured Mind for a Career in Teaching
Georgina successfully completed the Access to HE course at St Helens College and with a passionate interest in English Literature, decided to progress onto the degree programme. The Culture, Mind and Modernity Degree Programme consists of wide variety of subjects, providing students with a comprehensive learning experience and creating a platform to develop careers in a variety of industries or progression onto a higher level qualification.
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Courses in:
The small class sizes at St Helens College were appealing to Deborah, who was returning to study after an 8 year break and felt that she would be better suited to a college environment rather than the larger lecture groups within a university. Studying at a local college was also important to her; the reduced travelling time was more convenient and enabled her to successfully balance study with family commitments. Deborah successfully completed the Foundation Degree and has gained full time employment with Sure Start as a Community Wellbeing and Participation Worker.
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ICT
Internet and Busin ess Technologies
Technology-related skills are a major factor in the UK’s economic and social success and IT and Telecoms is at the heart of every sector. There are 1.5 million people work in the IT and Telecoms industry and an additional 4.5 million business managers and 22 million employees who use IT in their daily work. IT services has been and is forecast to remain the highest of all UK sectors with the economic contribution of the internet estimated to be worth £100 billion to the UK economy.
n courses available Short courses to Higher Educatio
Stay Safe! Social networks are a great way of keeping in touch but you should think carefully before adding someone to your list of online friends or posting a blog entry that could get you into trouble at school, college or work.
Remember: • your page is still a public place, so putting anything on your page that you wouldn't want your parents, teacher or boss to see is not a good idea • you can never be sure that other users are being truthful about their online identities, so be careful about what information you give out • think about whether you know someone well enough before accepting someone into your group of linked friends • make sure you know who to contact to report abuse or bullying on your page and how your complaint will be dealt with. (Source: direct.gov.uk)
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Land Based Industries
The land based sector includes a wide and diverse range of industries. Horticulture and landscaping plays a crucial role in the design, construction, management and maintenance of the UK, employing around 172,000 people. Conservation includes activities such as managing our
landscapes, habitats and access to our countryside. It is all about protecting the UK’s natural environment and not about profits. The floristry industry is currently blossoming with 8,400 businesses contributing £1.5 million to the UK economy. (Source: Lantra)
available Short courses to Level 3 courses
Gardening Calendar
Courses in:
Floristry Horticulture Pesticide Application Christmas Floral Workshops
January
May
September
January
May
November
Chit early potatoes Prepare your beds
Grow celery seedlings in a sunny spot Protect your carrots from carrot fly Grow sweetcorn
Keep greenhouse veg watered
Protect container plants from frost
Keep pots watered!
Plant winter baskets
June
Protect patio plants
February
December
February Sow first crops of early carrots under cloches Sow onion seeds indoors March Add structure with a pergola for climbing varieties. shrubs with a layer of fresh compost Spring mulch your veg patch Sow tomato seeds Plant out early potatoes
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Ripen late tomatoes in a drawer with a banana! Harvest celery
Rejuvenate potted plants
Water hanging baskets and garlic daily
October
March
July
Sew green manure
Boost pot grownperfect shrubs with a layer of fresh compost
Feed your hanging baskets Deadhead spent blooms
Start sowing annual seeds ready for your hanging baskets
August
June Start harvesting onions and garlic Harvest early potatoes Harvest salads
Sow winter salad
July
November
Harvest sweetcorn Check for blossom end rot on your tomatoes
Plant early peas
August
Prepare beds for next year’s crop
Keep tomatoes growing, water daily! Harvest carrots
April December
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Start watering patio plants
October
Plant up hanging baskets
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Wrap up tender patio plants
Why not visit our brand new Florist?
Town Centre Cam pus, adjacent to Recept ion
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Languages
(including British Sign Language)
Kam s-s a l-? n il? Quelle heure est-
Che ora è /sono? ¿Qué horas são ?
¿Qué hora es ?
Wie viel Uhr ist es ?
What time is it?
Time to Learn a Language!
Want to brush up on your holiday Spanish? Or maybe gain a GCSE in French? Interested in the cultures and traditions of our European neighbours? Learning a language has many benefits. • Only 6% of the global population are native English speakers. • 75% of the world’s population speak no English at all! • Modern linguists earn more than graduates from any other discipline except medics, architects and pharmacologists.
Did you know?
The word Denim is derived from “serge de Nîmes” which is the original name for the material. Nîmes, a city in the South of France with a lively clothing industry is where the sturdy fabric was originally made. The name was shortened from ‘serge de Nîmes’ to ‘de Nîmes’ to give us the name denim
Try this quick quiz to see how language-smart you really are! 1. How many languages are there in the world? a. 40-60 b. 400-600 c. 4000-6000 d. 40,000-60,000
2. How many languages are spoken in the UK? a. 1 b. 3 c. 100 d. More than 300
3. Which language is spoken by the most people as their first language?
a. English b. Russian c. Spanish d. Chinese
4. Why learn another language when everyone speaks English? a. Not everyone does speak English b. Learning another language can help you with your English c. If you want to persuade someone, it’s best to speak their language d. It is personally rewarding and broadens the mind.
Level 1 to Level 6 courses available
Unlucky for Some?
In Romania, Greece and some areas of Spain and Latin America, it is Tuesday 13th and not Friday 13th which is considered to be unlucky. Visit www.sthelens.ac.uk for full course information or check out the course listing included with this magazine
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Courses in:
Arabic British Sign Langua ge French German Italian Portuguese Spanish
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Management, Personnel and Purchasing The Management, Purchasing and Personnel sectors offer adults a number of rewarding and lucrative career pathways, along with the opportunity to access a range of professional, industry specific qualifications. • St Helens College delivers Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accredited courses ensuring that you receive high quality management and leadership skills. The CMI has more than 86,000 members and the qualifications are internationally recognised.
• St Helens College has a variety of personnel courses accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD). The CIPD is Europe’s largest HR and
development professional body. The CIPD is internationally recognised and has over 135,000 members across 120 countries.
• St Helens College delivers a range of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) accredited qualifications. CIPS is the leading body representing the field of purchasing and supply chain management and has become the central reference for industry best practice.
Level 2 to Level 7 courses available Courses in:
Human Resources Management and Leadership pply Purchasing and Su
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Maths and English Every year, hundreds of adults attend maths and English courses at St Helens College. We’ll assess your current skill levels and recommend a course of study to best suit your individual needs.
Word Grid
Courses in:
How many words of three letters or more can you make from the letters in the grid? Each letter should be used once only and there is a nine letter word to find!
U O A E T I C N D
lable Entry Level to Level 3 courses avai
Sudoku
Have a go at our Sudoku puzzle. The rules are as follows:Each column must contain all of the numbers 1 – 9 and no two numbers in the same column can be the same. Each row must contain all of the numbers 1-9 and no two numbers in the same row can be the same. Finally each block must contain all of the numbers 1-9 and no two numbers in the same block can be the same. 6 2 1 9 5
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Courses in:
Adult Numeracy Adult Literacy
ths AS English and Ma ics ist gu Forensic Lin GCSE English and Maths
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Creative Writing Media
Media Studies The film and television industry employs people with a wide range of specialist skills including craft, technical and production skills, as well as people with an understanding of how the different sectors and functions of the industry inter-relate and the impact new technologies have on the industry. Working in media, you could be a… Film Producer TV Producer Radio Producer Journalist Researcher Camera Operator
lable Level 2 and Level 3 courses avai
Did you know? Harry Potter Director, David Yates, once studied at St Helens College before moving onto the National Film and Television School.
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Public Services
Performing Arts and Music
A diverse range of jobs are available with:
ses available Level 2 to Higher Education cour Many people are attracted to the idea of working in the performing arts. For the successful few it can be a glamorous life. However, there are many more people working away from the spotlight, making sure performances run smoothly, and promoting artists and productions.
It is rare to succeed in the performing arts based on creative talent alone. Determination and the ability to cope with rejection are key to surviving in the industry. Experience, either paid or unpaid, and useful contacts are essential.
Music Quiz
1. a. b. c. d.
Whose backing band were the Comets? Bill Haley Billy Fury Carl Perkins Buddy Holly
2. Berlin’s Take My Breath Away featured in which Tom Cruise film? a. Days of Thunder b. Top Gun c. The Color of Money d. Cocktail
3. Which group did Paul Weller form after leaving the Jam? a. Ocean Colour Scene b. Hothouse Flowers c. From The Jam d. Style Council
4. Which rapper topped the UK charts in 2010 with Pass Out? a. Tinie Tempah b. Tinchy Stryder c. Plan B d. Dizzee Rascal
5. Alan, Jay, Wayne, Merrill and Donny made up which 70s group? a. Bay City Rollers b. Showaddywaddy c. The Partridge Family Courses in: d. The Osmonds ce Ar t (Source: theguardian.co.uk)
Performan Performing Ar ts Music Technology Music Production Sound Design Theatre and Performance
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the Army, Navy and Royal Air Force (RAF) the police and prison services the fire and rescue services private security.
There are around 140,000 police officers employed in regional and non-geographic forces such as the British Transport Police. The Army employs 100,000, the Royal Navy 33,500 and 45,200 work within the RAF. The UK private security industry employs more than 500,000. Protecting businesses against theft, data loss and terrorism activities are big growth areas, with UK wide opportunities.
e Level 2 to level 4 courses availabl
Courses in:
Criminal Justice an d Public Services Pre-Unifor med Se rvices
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Science
ses Level 3 to Higher Education cour
available
The science sector is growing and has a high level of recruitment activity. The UK is currently Europe’s top location for investment in pharmaceutical and biotechnology research and development. • • • •
22% of 27% of 29% of 82% of
bioscience companies have skills shortages (five times greater than other sectors). companies cannot expand because they lack the skilled people they need. companies report skills gaps in the current workforce. companies support continuous professional development (CPD) and training activity.
The Foundation Academy at St Helens College offers programmes for people with a wide range of learning difficulties and/or disabilities in a supportive environment which caters for a wide range of needs, both personal and academic. Each student is assessed individually for their
Celebrate ‘Mole Day’ - In chemistry, a mole is a basic measuring unit. It is a huge number written as 6.02 x 1023 (approximately 6, with 23 zeroes on the end!). If you are desperate for something to do between 6.02 am and 6.02 pm on October 23rd then you can always celebrate ‘Mole Day’! (Source: Society for General Microbiology)
Did you know? (1).....
1 billion bacteria One single teaspoon of soil contains & 120,000 fungi & 25,000 algae the average There are 10 times more bacteria in are cells in the human’s digestive system than there entire body. cause disease. Fewer than 5% of microbes actually the kitchen The bathroom is often cleaner than
Supported Learning with Foundation Academy
Courses in:
Biological and Health Sciences Applied Science Applied Chemistry Applied Microbiolog
Entry 1 Level courses available
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Foundation Academy Art Exhibition
Did you know? (2).....
an deaths The animal responsible for most hum worldwide is the mosquito ‘phone, or a The are more microbes on a mobile seat! t toile a computer keyboard, than on
Students showing off their work
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academic needs. Our Specialist Learning Disabilities Nurse will further assess them for any personal needs they may have. This is so that we can offer the most appropriate programmes of study as well as appropriate support for each individual.
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Foundation Academy students at St Helens College have been especially busy lately, preparing for the opening of their art exhibition, ‘Blue and Red.’ The students have created their exhibition work in art classes. These classes are an optional extra that students can take part in alongside their college course. They are an opportunity for the students to reinforce skills learnt on their main programme such as communication, planning and preparation, as well as social and community interaction.
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Courses in:
Teaching Exercise and Fitness Spor t Development and Fitness Spor ts Therapy Personal Training
Sport With a workforce of 371,800 people, working in 176,000 businesses and organisations throughout the UK, sport is one of the largest
sectors. There are 1.2 million coaches in the UK and an average of 73,086 job opportunities within the sector each year across the UK. (Source: Skills Active)
e Level 2 to Level 4 courses availabl
Running - Tips to Get Started! How do I get started? Start walking for an amount of time that feels comfortable - anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes. Once you can walk for 30 minutes easily, sprinkle one- to twominute running intervals into your walking. As time goes on, make the running intervals longer, until you are running for 30 minutes straight.
Do I have to wear running shoes, or are other trainers fine? Running doesn’t require much investment in gear and accessories, but you have to have a good pair of running shoes. Unlike all-round trainers, running shoes are designed to allow your foot to strike the ground properly, reducing the amount of shock that travels up your leg. They’re also made to fit your foot snugly, which reduces the slipping and sliding that can lead to blisters. 46 life
I often suffer from a stitch when I run, will these ever go away? Side stitches are common among beginners because the abdomen is not used to the jostling that running causes. Most runners find that stitches go away as fitness increases. Also, don’t eat any solid foods in the hour before you run. When you get a stitch, breathe deeply, concentrating on pushing all of the air out of your abdomen. This will stretch out your diaphragm muscle (just below your lungs), which is usually where a cramp occurs.
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Travel
Level 2 courses available
If you would like an exciting career in the world of travel, tourism and aviation, St Helens College offers courses which can provide you with the knowledge and skills to take advantage of one of the many employment opportunities available in this expanding area. Many of our past students have pursued successful careers as retail travel agents, airport / airline representatives, cabin crew, tourist information advisers, tour operator personnel and overseas representatives for holiday companies.
Something different from around the world If you fancy participating in something different, we’ve listed three annual events from around the globe.
Event: The Festival of San Fermin Location: Pamplona, Spain Date: 7th – 14th July
The Festival of San Fermin, or the Pamplona Bull Running as it’s more commonly known takes place ever year between 7th July - 14th July. The length of the run is 825 metres and the average time of the run from start to finish is about three minutes.
Event: The Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest Location: Coney Island, USA Date: 4th July
The Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is held annually on the 4th July at Nathan’s famous, Coney Island. The event is screened live on American television as almost 2 million people witnessed the 2011 winner eat 62 hotdogs in 10 minutes (including buns!)
Event: Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling Location: Cooper’s Hill, Gloucester Date: Last Monday in May
The Gloucestershire Cheese rolling takes place in May on Coopers Hill, Gloucestershire as fearless contestants chase an 8lb Double Gloucester cheese down the death-defying steep hill. The hill is so steep that very few contenders manage to remain on their feet as they chase the coveted dairy prize. 48 life
Teaching Working in a learning environment as a Teaching Assistant or Teacher/Trainer can be a highly rewarding career. • A key role of the Teaching Assistant is to help raise educational standards in the classroom, by providing support for the pupils, the teacher and the school. • Further Education teachers can work in a variety of learning environments, ranging from colleges and community centres to prisons and the armed forces.
PTTLS CTTLS Suppor ting Teachin g and Learning in Schools
Supporting Teaching and Learning Success
held in the Theatre at the Town Centre Campus.
71 adult learners were joined by their family and friends at a recent presentation evening as they celebrated their success. The students were presented with certificates lable at the presentation evening Level 2 and Level 3 courses avai
Youth Work Youth work skills are in great demand, and opportunities for qualified youth workers are expanding. In addition to employment within local authority youth services, the opportunities for employment in other sectors have increased in recent years.
Courses in:
Aviation Environme nt Cabin Crew
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• Youth support workers can earn between £15,000 and £18,000 a year (or the equivalent part-time rate).
Courses in:
Activity Leadership Mentoring Youth Work
• Salaries for qualified youth workers are usually between £22,000 and £28,000 a year.
• Senior and Management salaries can be between £28,000 and £35,000 or more.
e Level 2 to Level 4 courses availabl (Figures are intended as a guideline only)
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