Stand out from the crowd... Lead, Don’t Follow. Study at St Helens College in September
Come and study at St Helens College in September and turn you career ambitions into a reality
It’s not too late to apply for a course at St Helens College starting in September. We offer over 100 sixth form courses, providing our students with a different, practical way to learn. St Helens College prepares students for 1000’s of career opportunities, so if you want to go to university or get your dream job, choose St Helens College. Meet the tutors and find out more about the courses you’re interested in. Discover how we can get you into the career of your choice.
Open Evening 3 4.30pm 1 0 2 l i r - 7pm p A h t 4 2 We have two campuses; make sure you come to the right place! Technology Campus,
WA9 1TT for Construction, Engineering, Motor Vehicle and Animal Care.
Town Centre Campus,
WA10 1PP for everything else!
*Level 3 Extended Diplomas
A Levels - Apprenticeships – Diplomas - GCSEs Animal Care Art and Design Beauty and Spa Therapies Business Studies Catering and Hospitality Childcare and Education Computing and IT Construction Engineering Fashion and Textiles Graphic Design Hairdressing
100% Achievement Rates*
Health and Social Care Horticulture and Environmental Conservation Interactive Media Media Music Technology Performing Arts Photography Public and uniformed Services Science Sport and Fitness Travel
Top 10% Nationally for maximising students’ potential**
** ALPS Report 2012
Accountant Acoustic Engineer Acting Administration Advertising Airline Dispatcher Airport Service Animal Rescue Worker Animator Architect Art Director Artist Audio/Visual Engineer Bank Manager Barber Beauty Salon Management Biologist Boom Operator Box Office Administrator Builder Cabin Crew Carer Carpenter Catering Management Chef Children’s Nanny Classroom Assistant Computer Game Design Confectioner Co
“I have really enjoyed studying at St Helens College, it’s a totally different learning environment from school and you get treated like an adult.”
New for September 2013 - A Level courses
Andrew Chadwick, Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services St Helens College will be offering A Level courses in September. You will be able to study an A Level subject alongside your chosen vocational course.
A Level subjects available in September 3D Design Business Chemistry English Language Law Maths For more information about our new A Level courses, come along to the open evening or visit the College website www.sthelens.ac.uk
servationist Construction Site Manager Costume Designer Creche / Playworker Cruise Ship Beauty Therapist Dancer Design Engineer Digital Illustrator Electrical Engineer Engineer Entrepreneur Environmental Health Wo er Events Management Exhibition Designer Fashion Buyer Fashion Designer Fashion Illustrator Fashion Stylist Film Producer Financial Advisor Fire Service Food Scientist Forensic Photographer Forensic Scientist Freela
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What to do next: We hope you can come along to the open evening in April but if you cannot attend, don’t worry you can still apply for a course in September. Visit our website at www.sthelens.ac.uk for a complete list of our sixth form courses. Fill in the application form and return it to us in the envelope provided, its freepost, so no need for a stamp. If you prefer, you can apply online on our website.
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Jack Foy
Adam Wager
Former School:
De La Salle High School
Former School:
Cowley Language College
Course Studied:
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production
Course Studied:
Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (Health Studies – Cadetship)
“Studying on the Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production has given me the opportunity to try different aspects of media.” Scan here to read about Jack’s story
“The tutors have been really supportive and the College has invested well in the facilities and resources at the Town Centre Campus.” Adam wants to be a paramedic. Scan here to read about Adam’s story
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Beauty Therapist Garden Designer Gardener Graphic Designer Gym Instructor Hair Stylist Hairdresser Health Farm Manager Health Promotion Herpetologist Holistic Therapist Hotel Management Illustrator Interior Designer Interior Landscaper IT Developer IT Programmer IT Systems Analyst Jewellery Maker Joiner Journalist Kennel or Cattery Management Laboratory Technician Lighting Operator Make-up Artist Marine Biologist
Natalie Birch
Jennifer Bruton
Emma Byrom
Alesha Dugmore
Former School:
Rainford High School
Former School:
West Leigh High School
Former School:
Fairfield High School
Former School:
Rainhill High School
Course Studied:
Level 2 Diploma in Air Cabin Crew
Course Studied:
Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Professional Cookery
Course Studied:
Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (Health Studies – Cadetship)
Course Studied:
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Technology
“The training days and airport visits have been fantastic, they provided us with valuable experience and it was great to see how things in the industry work.” Natalie has gained employment with Jet2.com. Scan here to read Natalie’s story
“The tutors at St Helens College have been fantastic. I wouldn’t have been able to open my own business without all their help and guidance.” Jennifer now owns her own cafe ‘Lunch’. Scan here to read about Jennifer’s story
“I really enjoyed going on work placements during the course, they have provided me with valuable experience and I have gained a better understanding of the working environment.” Emma is excited about studying at university. Scan here to read about Emma’s story
“The course has opened my eyes to a range of different sectors in the music industry and I’ve really enjoyed exploring different topics.” Alesha achieved D* D* D grades on the Diploma. Scan here to read about Alesha’s story
keting Management Masseuse Mechanical Engineer Medical Photographer Medical Scientist Midwife Musician Nail Technician Navy Nurse Nursery Nurse Nutritionist Painter Painter and Decorator Performing Persona Trainer Personnel Photo Journalist Photographer Plasterer Playgroup Leader Plumber Police Prison Officer Probation Officer Product Designer Publicist Radio Producer Researcher Resort Rep Retail Manager Royal
Alex Fath Achievement: Course Studied:
Andrew Chadwick Liverpool City Region Apprentice of the Year 2013 for Halton Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering Mechanical Manufacture
“The apprenticeship programme allows us to develop our skills within a real working environment and will prepare us for a career in the industry.” Scan here to read about Alex’s award success
Jamie Bradshaw
Jessica Mason
Former School:
Upholland High School
Former School:
Cowley Language College
Achievement:
D* D* D* Grades
Course Studied:
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services
Course Studied:
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media
Course Studied:
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts
“I have really enjoyed studying at St Helens College, it’s a totally different learning environment from school and you get treated like an adult.” Andrew achieved D D D grades on the Diploma. Scan here to read about Andrew’s story
“Studying at St Helens College has provided me with many opportunities including project work as part of the course. The structure of the course allows for creative freedom and the opportunity to express your ideas.” Jamie achieved D D M grades on the Diploma. Scan here to read about Jamie’s story
“Studying on the Extended Diploma has been an amazing experience and has provided me with the opportunity to develop a variety of performance related skills.” Scan here to read about Jessica’s story
Royal Marines Sales Person Salon Assessor Salon Manager Scientific Researcher Script Writer Set and Props Designer Social Worker Software Engineer Sound Designer Sound Engineer Spa Salon Management Sports C s Development Stage Management Studio Engineer Support Worker Surveyor Teacher Television and Media Tour Operator Travel Photographer Trichologist TV Producer Veterinary Nurse Waiter / Waitress Web Designer
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FILM DIRECTOR DAVID YATES STUDIED AT ST HELENS COLLEGE. David has directed the final four parts of the Harry Potter series! THE C O GO KA LLEGE HAS RTING A TEAM
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The College Go Karting Team won a place in the British Schools Karting Championship (BSKC) regional final.
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