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ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024
WELCOME TO OUR ADULT COURSE GUIDE FOR COURSES STARTING FROM JANUARY ONWARDS We are here to support you across all areas of learning, whether you are looking to try a new hobby, upskill in your career or are thinking about returning to education following a break, we can help you to achieve your goal. Ranging from one-day workshops to evening classes and professional certificates, and with many courses either free or part-funded, you will find a course that suits your needs. With courses available at one of our colleges, learning centres, online or as part of continued professional development in the workplace, our adult learners can benefit from flexible learning designed to fit around your lifestyle. Invest in yourself and enrol now to secure your place.
Life Long employability across Trafford and Stockport
ENROLMENT DATES, TIMES AND CAMPUSES For courses at our Altrincham and Stretford campuses come along to our Altrincham campus on Thursday 11th January 4:30pm - 7pm For courses at our Stockport and Cheadle campuses come along to our Stockport campus on Thursday 11th January 4:30pm - 7pm
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CONTENTS YOU MAY BE ABLE TO STUDY FOR FREE
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HOW TO FIND US
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WHY CHOOSE US?
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FIND A NEW SKILL, CAREER OR HOBBY SHORT COURSES
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FIND A NEW SKILL, CAREER OR HOBBY SKILLS FOR LIFE - FREE DIGITAL COURSES
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GET HELP INTO WORK ADULT MATHS & ENGLISH
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GET HELP INTO WORK SKILLS FOR JOBS
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GET HELP INTO WORK CAREERS IN AVIATION
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FLEXIBLE LEARNING
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PROFESSIONAL COURSES & QUALIFICATIONS
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GAS ACS CENTRE TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
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HIGHER SKILLS & HIGHER EDUCATION
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SKILLS FOR CONSTRUCTION ROLES
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APPRENTICESHIPS
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FAST TRACK YOUR CAREER TO BECOME A TEACHING ASSISTANT
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YOU MAY BE ABLE TO STUDY FOR FREE
Your personal circumstances and/or your choice of course may allow you to study for free or at a discounted price. Please check out the information below or contact us to discuss your options.
FINANCE AND FUNDING SUPPORT
Can I get help with my course fee?
Many of our courses are FREE for Eligible Learners, this is shown in the course details. You may be eligible for a FREE course if you are: • • • • • • •
Unemployed and in receipt of an income-based benefit (for example, JSA, ESA or Universal Credit) A Greater Manchester resident, employed and earning less than £23,104 * Live outside of Greater Manchester, employed and earning less than £20,319* Aged 19-23 and studying for your first full Level 2 qualification on an eligible course Aged 19-23 and studying for your first full Level 3 qualification on an eligible course Aged 19+ live in Greater Manchester and wish to study a course as part of the level 3 GMCA local offer Aged 19+ live in Greater Manchester and don’t already have a full level 3 qualification (or higher), or hold a level 3 qualification (or higher) but are unemployed and looking for work, or a yearly wage less that £20,888* • GCSE English and Maths and Functional Skills are FREE if you have not achieved a grade C/Level 4 or above)
To find out more about whether your chosen course is eligible, call our admissions team. * This figure may change, please visit the website for the latest information.
ADULT LEARNER SUPPORT FUNDING If you are worried about other costs involved with continuing your education, we can help. Those who are 19+ and need help with College or course related expenses, such as travel, trips or uniform, have access to a number of different funds. Learner Support Funding is for adults developing their careers through continued education. We can provide practical help to meet expenses directly associated with learning. Further information about each of these funds can be found on the College website. If your circumstances change during your studies, there is support available. • • • •
19+ Learner Support Fund Advanced Learner Loan Bursary - only for applicants in receipt of Advanced Learner Loan Childcare Funding Access to Learning (Higher Education)
HOW DO I PAY FOR MY COURSE? Course fees should be paid at enrolment by cash or card. We accept all major credit/debit cards, including Mastercard, Visa, Switch and Delta. Flexible payments can be arranged by Standing Order. If your employer is paying your course fees you must bring a letter of authorisation from them to enrolment. We will then issue an invoice to them directly for payment.
ADVANCED LEARNER LOANS Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply, your household income isn’t considered, and there are no credit checks. You only need to start paying back your Advanced Learner Loan when you are earning more than £27,295 If your loan is for an Access to Higher Education course and you subsequently complete a degree, then you won’t have to pay back your Advanced Learner Loan. For some courses, you must complete an online application, for others, you can book and pay by phone or email.
Apply Today!
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If you have questions about your course or funding available, contact the team.
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HOW TO FIND US MANY STUDENTS STUDY FOR FREE
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Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3UQ 0161 296 5000 enquiries@stockport.ac.uk stockport.ac.uk
ADVANCED LEARNER LOANS AVAILABLE Talbot Road, Old Trafford, Stretford, Manchester, M32 0XH 0161 886 7070 info@trafford.ac.uk trafford.ac.uk
Manchester Road, West Timperley, Altrincham, WA14 5PQ 0161 886 7070 info@trafford.ac.uk trafford.ac.uk
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WHY CHOOSE US? MORE CAMPUSES, MORE COURSES THE CHEADLE COLLEGE Situated in the heart of community with on-site free parking and Cheadle town centre a short 10-minute walk away, our Cheadle campus offers both leisure and hobby courses. Specialist provision in Social Sciences, Counselling and Nursing can provide the gateway to careers and promotion within the large care sector across Stockport borough, while short courses in everything from British Sign Language to Horticulture allow you to learn something that’s as rewarding as it is new.
WE WELCOME LEARNERS OF ALL AGES AND BACKGROUNDS AND OFFER A SUPPORTIVE, INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR THOSE RETURNING TO EDUCATION.
TRAFFORD COLLEGE Campuses in Altrincham and Stretford Our Altrincham campus is a modern, bright building with the facilities to match and on-site, free car parking. Access by public transport is made easy with tram and bus stops just a 5-minute walk and Altrincham train station close by. From hi-tech, dedicated Apple Mac suites through to traditional photography dark rooms, award-winning catering facilities in our ‘Aspire’ restaurant or industry standard Hair & Beauty salons, it’s just down to you to choose your ideal learning environment. And it’s the same at our Stretford campus with free parking and public transport options available and where you can study in dedicated engineering, motor vehicle, science and computing suites to name just a few.
STOCKPORT COLLEGE Situated close to the town centre, our Stockport campus has easy access from bus stops along the A6, is just a 5-minute walk from the train station and is surrounded by local car parking facilities. We have just completed the final stage of a £25m campus redevelopment project which features a University Centre for our Access to HE and Higher Education students as well as industry standard facilities across many of our subject areas from construction to hair & beauty to creative arts.
FREE DIGITAL MENTAL WELLBEING SUPPORT FOR ADULTS ACROSS THE UK
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OUR COURSES ARE DESIGNED WITH BUSY LIFESTYLES IN MIND AND CAN BE OFFERED ON AN EVENING AND PART-TIME BASIS TO FIT AROUND YOUR JOB AND FAMILY COMMITMENTS.
EXCELLENT ACHIEVEMENT RATES FOR ADULT COURSES AND EVEN BETTER PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES TO HIGHER LEVEL STUDY OR EMPLOYMENT, WE CAN HELP YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY TO AN EXCITING NEW FUTURE.
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ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | FIND A NEW SKILL, CAREER OR HOBBY
FIND A NEW SKILL, CAREER OR HOBBY SHORT COURSES If you’re looking to learn a new hobby, acquire a new skill or take that first step in training for a new career, our shorts courses are the best place to start. And, with many courses available for funding support you can get started for FREE or for just a small fee. FUNDING KEY
Y Yes
N
Accounting Course Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping
No
Art & Creative
L
Course
Learner Loans
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Day
TPQ-AC1A-1200
23/01/2024
19/06/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£225
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Basic SLR Photography
Eve
SPQ-ARXZ-1106
16/01/2024
26/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
£75
Dress Making and Pattern Drafting
Eve
SPQ-ARXZ-1108
16/01/2024
16/04/2024
Stockport College
Y
£75
Basic SLR Photography
Eve
APQ-AR1Z-1300
17/01/2024
22/05/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£75
Introduction to Ceramics
Eve
APQ-AR1Z-1600
17/01/2024
28/03/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£75
Intermediate SLR Photography
Eve
SPQ-ARXZ-1007
17/01/2024
27/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
£75
Creative Textiles Beginners
Eve
SPQ-ARXZ-1104
18/01/2024
28/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
£75
Introduction to Spring Flowers
Eve
APQ-AR9Z-1300
22/02/2024
28/03/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£30
Acrylic Painting
Eve
APQ-AR1Z-1400
28/02/2024
22/05/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£75
Adult Early Years Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Health and Social Care and Childrens and Young Peoples Settings
Day
APQ-AY1C-1100
15/01/2024
08/07/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£633
ESOL Taster - Introduction to Health and Social Care & Childcare
Day
APQ-CYXZ-1100
18/01/2024
08/02/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£150
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Eve
SPQ-BR1A-1200
18/01/2024
28/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
£225
Brickwork Course Level 1 Award in Brickwork
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All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
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Building Services Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Plumbing and Electrical DIY for Beginners
Eve
TPQ-BSXZ-1300
15/01/2024
05/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£75
Level 1 Award in Recycling & Waste Management Sustainability
Eve
TPQ-BS1A-1200
05/02/2024
28/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£150
FUNDING KEY
Y Yes
N No
Business
L
Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Introduction to Business
Day
SPQ-BU1Z-1200
30/01/2024
19/04/2024
Stockport College
Y
£50
Introduction to Business
Day
TPQ-BU1Z-1600
01/02/2024
19/04/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£50
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Indian Head Massage
Day
SPQ-BYXZ-1800
16/01/2024
23/01/2024
Stockport College
Y
£17.50
Wellbeing Hand Massage
Day
SPQ-BYXZ-1500
17/01/2024
21/02/2024
Stockport College
Y
£17.50
Day to Night Makeup
Eve
APQ-BYEZ-1500
31/01/2024
07/02/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£10
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Eve
SPQ-CA1A-1200
18/01/2024
28/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
£225
Beauty Course
Carpentry & Joinery Course Level 1 Award in Carpentry & Joinery
Computing Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Introduction to Ethical Hacking and Kali Linux
Day
TPQ-CPXZ-1004
15/01/2024
28/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£120
Introduction to Search Engine Optimisation
Day
TPQ-CPXZ-1001
15/01/2024
28/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£120
Introduction to Programming with Java
Eve
SPQ-CPXZ-1001
16/01/2024
26/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
£75
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Counselling Course Level 1 Award in Counselling Concepts
Day
SPQ-CU1A-1300
16/01/2024
23/01/2024
Stockport College
Y
£150
Level 1 Award in Counselling Concepts
Eve
CPQ-CU1A-1200
08/02/2024
22/02/2024
Cheadle College
Y
£150
Level 1 Award in Counselling Concepts
Eve
APQ-CU1A-1200
14/02/2024
21/02/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£150
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0161 886 7070
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All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
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FUNDING KEY
Y Yes
Adult Community Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Sewing for Beginners
Day
CPQ-UAEZ-1006
11/01/2024
21/03/2024
Cheadle College
Y
FREE*
Yoga for Beginners
Eve
CPQ-CYXZ-1013
15/01/2024
26/02/2024
Cheadle College
Y
FREE*
N
Level 1 Award in Book-Keeping and Accounts
Eve
TPQ-CY1A-1008
15/01/2024
25/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
No
Welcome to Essential Digital Skills
Day
CPQ-UAEZ-1015
15/01/2024
19/02/2024
Cheadle College
Y
FREE*
Level 1 Award in British Sign Language
Day
SPQ-CY1A-1005
16/01/2024
25/06/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
NCFE Creating a Craft or Art Product - St Johns
Day
XPQ-CYXZ-1020
16/01/2024
16/04/2024
Offsite
Y
FREE*
Artful Wellness: Cultivating Mindfulness and Self-Care through Creativity
Day
TPQ-CYXZ-1075
17/01/2024
27/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
Welcome to Essential Digital Skills
Day
TPQ-CYXZ-1037
17/01/2024
21/02/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
Advanced Italian
Eve
TPQ-CYXZ-1086
18/01/2024
28/04/2024
Stretford Campus
N
£50
Entry 3 Award in Progression (Digital Skills/I.T.)
Day
SPQ-CYEA-1002
18/01/2024
14/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
First Aid for Mental Health Awareness Workshop
Day
TPQ-CYXZ-1077
18/01/2024
18/01/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
Five Steps to Running Your Own Business
Day
TPQ-CYXZ-1076
18/01/2024
08/02/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
Yoga for Beginners
Day
APQ-CYXZ-1035
19/01/2024
23/02/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
FREE*
Level 1 Award in Progression (Digital Skills/I.T.)
Day
SPQ-CY1A-1003
21/01/2024
24/04/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
Holiday Italian for Beginners
Eve
CPQ-UAEZ-1002
22/01/2024
03/06/2024
Cheadle College
N
£75
Introduction to British Sign Language
Eve
TPQ-CYXZ-1032
22/01/2024
04/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
Introduction to Creative Writing - St Johns
Day
XPQ-CYXZ-1009
22/01/2024
26/02/2024
Offsite
Y
FREE*
Paediatric Awareness
Day
CPQ-CYXZ-1018
22/01/2024
22/01/2024
Cheadle College
Y
FREE*
Introduction to British Sign Language
Eve
SPQ-CYXZ-1019
23/01/2024
05/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
Greek for Beginners
Day
SPQ-CYXZ-1004
24/01/2024
22/05/2024
Stockport College
N
£75
Introduction to British Sign Language
Eve
APQ-CYXZ-1023
24/01/2024
06/03/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
FREE*
Talking Therapies
Day
SPQ-CYXZ-1029
24/01/2024
24/01/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
Holiday French for Beginners
Eve
APQ-CYXZ-1007
24/01/2024
22/05/2024
Altrincham Campus
N
£75
Holiday Italian for Beginners
Eve
APQ-CYXZ-1009
24/01/2024
22/05/2024
Altrincham Campus
N
£75
Beginners I.T.
Day
SPQ-CYXZ-1021
26/01/2024
08/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
Level 1 Award in Volunteering
Day
TPQ-CY1A-1009
01/02/2024
09/02/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
Paediatric Awareness
Day
CPQ-CYXZ-1019
05/02/2024
05/02/2024
Cheadle College
Y
FREE*
Talking Therapies
Day
SPQ-CYXZ-1030
05/02/2024
05/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
Conversational Spanish
Eve
APQ-CYXZ-1010
07/02/2024
01/05/2024
Altrincham Campus
N
£50
Paediatric Awareness
Day
APQ-CYXZ-1038
07/02/2024
07/02/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
FREE*
Developing Sewing Skills
Day
CPQ-UAEZ-1024
19/02/2024
24/06/2024
Cheadle College
Y
FREE*
Empowerment Journey: Building Confidence and Resilience in Adults
Day
APQ-CYXZ-1039
19/02/2024
25/03/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
FREE*
Empowerment Journey: Building Confidence and Resilience in Adults
Day
TPQ-CYXZ-1078
19/02/2024
25/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
Spanish for Beginners
Eve
TPQ-CYXZ-1020
19/02/2024
24/06/2024
Stretford Campus
N
£75
Conversational Spanish
Eve
TPQ-CYXZ-1040
22/02/2024
16/05/2024
Stretford Campus
N
£50
Grow Your Own
Day
CPQ-UAEZ-1010
23/02/2024
22/05/2024
Cheadle College
Y
FREE*
Exploring Youth Work
Day
TPQ-CYXZ-1050
26/02/2024
25/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
Next Steps into Digital
Day
TPQ-CYXZ-1079
28/02/2024
27/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
Using and Growing Herbs
Day
CPQ-UAEZ-1019
16/04/2024
25/06/2024
Cheadle College
Y
FREE*
Modern Art
Eve
SPQ-CYXZ-1031
18/04/2024
23/05/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
First Aid for Mental Health Awareness Workshop
Day
TPQ-CYXZ-1080
18/04/2024
18/04/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
L Learner Loans
*Fee waiver may be applicable for anyone in receipt of certain government benefits or employed and earning less than £23,105 per annum.
Enquire Now
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community@tcg.ac.uk
All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
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Engineering Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Introduction to Practical Engineering
Eve
SPQ-EG1Z-1200
11/01/2024
15/02/2024
Stockport College
Y
Price £50
Beginners to Architectural CAD (Revit)
Eve
TPQ-EG2Z-1200
25/01/2024
21/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£500
Computer Aided Design and Advanced CAD
Eve
TPQ-EG3Z-1100
25/01/2024
21/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£500
FUNDING KEY
Y Yes
N No
Hair
L
Course Beginners Barbering
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Eve
APQ-HAEZ-1200
27/03/2024
24/04/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£50
Price
Engineering Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Introduction to Practical Engineering
Eve
SPQ-EG1Z-1200
11/01/2024
15/02/2024
Stockport College
Y
£450
Beginners to Architectural CAD (Revit)
Eve
TPQ-EG2Z-1200
25/01/2024
21/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£500
Computer Aided Design and Advanced CAD
Eve
TPQ-EG3Z-1100
25/01/2024
21/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£500
Hospitality Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Beginners Cake Decorating
Eve
APQ-HO1Z-1003
17/01/2024
28/02/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
FREE
Pasta Made Perfect
Eve
APQ-HO1X-1100
18/01/2024
08/02/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
FREE
Horticulture Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Growing Plants For The Home
Day
CPQ-HRXZ-1100
12/01/2024
09/02/2024
Cheadle College
Y
FREE
Gardening Skills
Eve
XPQ-HRXZ-1100
15/01/2024
01/04/2024
Online
Y
FREE
Grow Your Own
Day
CPQ-HRXZ-1300
23/02/2024
22/03/2024
Cheadle College
Y
FREE
Motor Vehicle Course Introduction to Car Maintenance
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Eve
TPQ-MTXZ-1100
22/02/2024
19/02/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£25
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Eve
SPQ-PD1A-1200
18/01/2024
28/03/2024
Stockport College
N
£250
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Eve
SPQ-PL1A-1200
18/01/2024
28/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
£292.50
Painting and Decorating Course Level 1 Award in Painting & Decorating
Plastering Course Level 1 Award in Plastering
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0161 886 7070
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info@trafford.ac.uk
All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
Learner Loans
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Aspire Restaurant & Bar
Fine dining gourmet experience in Altrincham
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ENHANCE HAIR & BEAUTY SALONS Stockport and Trafford College
Relax and unwind in our stateof-the-art Salons. Complete with specialist spa suites, and hair and beauty salon, clients can enjoy a range of treatments for half the price of a regular salon.
• Hair Cutting & Styling • Massage • Nail Treatments • Reflexology • Spa Therapy • Sports Therapy • And more… Book now for our full range of professional treatments in our training salons. Contact Us 0161 952 4767 (Altrincham) 0161 296 5740 (Stockport) enhance@tcg.ac.uk
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FIND A NEW SKILL, CAREER OR HOBBY
SKILLS FOR LIFE HANDLIN GI AND S NF E C O I V R E
How to shop and use banking services
How to use a digital device and manage data
ESSENTIAL DIGITAL SKILLS
N IO AT M
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FREE DIGITAL COURSES
US IN G
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Working with documents, photos and videos
Staying safe online
Sending emails, using communication platforms and groups and making video calls
Using mobile, and other small digital devices
Using the web, browsers, search engines and social media effectively
DIGITAL SKILLS FOR LIFE
Registering and shopping online, including awareness of online risks and threats and protecting personal information
Finding, evaluating, storing and retrieving information
Creating documents, sending & receiving emails and participating in 1:1 video calls
DO YOU STRUGGLE TO KEEP UP WITH DIGITAL AND THE ONLINE WORLD? If you are finding everyday online tasks difficult, then try a new FREE short course to develop your skills. Learn how to log on, communicate, shop and access services online. Gain the skills to access the internet using a smartphone, tablet or computer to perform everyday tasks while keeping safe online. Classes are held on a variety of days and times, so there will be one to suit you. Contact by email community@tcg.ac.uk
Or call 0161 886 7047
All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | FIND A NEW SKILL, CAREER OR HOBBY
SKILLS FOR LIFE - ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL) Is your first language something other than English? Do you need to improve your English for life and work? Apply for our ESOL course for residents of all ages and improve your:
Speaking
Listening
Reading
Writing
How to apply email adultesol@tcg.ac.uk or call 0161 886 7044 You can also complete an online enquiry form by visiting Adult GCSE Programme - Trafford College Our highly skilled teachers will help develop your English, maths, digital and IT skills. Learn how to: • Give and understand instructions • Talk to and understand work colleagues and neighbours • Write and type notes, descriptions, letters, emails, narrative and reports
• Apply for jobs and succeed in job interviews • Read and understand posters, adverts, emails instructions, articles and books • Use English grammar accurately to progress at work.
On completion, you’ll have an accredited ESOL qualification and you could progress to other courses, including GCSE English
When you enrol, ESOL students must bring the following to enrolment: • ARC Card or Local Authority confirmation (for learners aged 16-18 or 19+ if in care of local authority) Home Office documentation or Endorsed Passport (also Marriage/Civil Certificate/Birth Certificate if a dependent) • ARC Card dated within six months and post office receipt of support, dated within the month (19+) Evidence of benefits e.g. JSA, ESA, Universal Credit
SKILLS FOR LIFE - ENGLISH AND MATHS Our FREE courses are available to start all year round and are ideal for anyone who wants to improve and refresh their everyday skills in English and Maths. They have been designed to allow you to learn around your current work and life commitments and learn at a pace that suits you. • • • •
Improve your reading, writing or maths skills Develop your skills to support your children with their school homework Learn English - classes available all year round Free English and maths courses available Contact us to find out more on: Adult Maths & English adultme@tcg.ac.uk and start your learning journey today!
All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
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ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | GET HELP INTO WORK
GET HELP INTO WORK ADULT MATHS & ENGLISH
Unlock your potential with Adult Maths & English GCSEs. Achieve your goals, boost your career, and gain essential skills. Enrol today and seize new opportunities. FUNDING KEY
Adult GCSE English Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
GCSE English
Day
APQ-GE2G-1001
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
FREE*
GCSE English
Eve
APQ-GE2G-1002
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
FREE*
GCSE English
Eve
SPQ-GE2G-1002
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
GCSE English
Day
SPQ-GE2G-1001
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
L
GCSE English
Day
TPQ-GE2G-1001
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
Learner Loans
GCSE English
Eve
TPQ-GE2G-1002
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
Y Yes
N No
Course
* You can study for free if you don’t hold a GCSE grade 4/C in English
Adult GCSE Maths Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
GCSE Maths
Eve
APQ-GM2G-1002
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
FREE*
GCSE Maths
Day
APQ-GM2G-1001
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
FREE*
GCSE Maths
Eve
SPQ-GM2G-1002
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
GCSE Maths
Day
SPQ-GM2G-1001
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE*
GCSE Maths
Day
TPQ-GM2G-1001
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
GCSE Maths
Eve
TPQ-GM2G-1002
15/01/2024
14/06/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
FREE*
* You can study for free if you don’t hold a GCSE grade 4/C in Maths
MULTIPLY - UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL
Free numeracy short courses for Greater Manchester residents. Multiply offers easy access to FREE numeracy courses that can help you brush up your maths skills and help you become more confident with numbers for work or everyday life. Build your confidence and access free support for: • Managing bills • Supporting children or grandchildren with homework • Budgeting • Numeracy for work
Enquire Now
0161 886 7070
Learning is tailored to meet your needs so you can learn at a pace that suits you. Contact us to find out more on: Adult Maths & English adultme@tcg.ac.uk and start your learning journey today.
trafford.ac.uk
stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk
info@trafford.ac.uk
All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | GET HELP INTO WORK
GET HELP INTO WORK SKILLS FOR JOBS
Are you looking to get back into the job market but need some help? Well, look no further. Trafford College Group works closely with Jobcentre Plus and employers across Greater Manchester to support unemployed people back into work. We run employability courses throughout the year. The Skills Shop offers expert advice and help across a number of industry sectors. The Skills Shop provides a range of services including training, skills development and careers advice. One and two week training courses set you up for a guaranteed interview with many employers. Come and join the hundreds of successful delegates who have secured permanent work via the Skills Shop.
Training Includes: • • • • • • •
Employability Skills Customer Service Retail Skills Hospitality Skills Visual Merchandising Dealing with Challenging Customers Personal Resilience
• • • • • •
Resolving Conflict Managing own Finances Understanding Mental Health Problem Solving Forming Positive Relationships Introduction to Team Leading
There are short courses that can support you with competency-based interviews and applications. We also run regular courses that focus on: • • • •
Job seeking Job applications CV writing Success at interview
SKILLS SHOP
PA R T O F T H E T R A F F O R D COLLEGE GROUP
• Building confidence • Building your skills • Supporting you back into work
Contact us T: 0161 747 4674 E: skillsshop@tcg.ac.uk A: Regents Crescent, Trafford Centre, M17 8AA
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ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | GET HELP INTO WORK
GET HELP INTO WORK
CAREERS IN AVIATION THE AIRPORT ACADEMY AT MANCHESTER AIRPORT We’re here to support you on your journey to a job at the airport. The Airport Academy team works with a variety of different customers and trainees. The training programme will help you to become work ready, improving confidence, self-esteem and interpersonal skills. The academy then ensures your job prospects really take off by actively seeking out airport vacancies for you to fill. • Customer service • Manual handling • Familiarisation with the airport • Employability skills • Building self-confidence and mindset • Team building
• Health and safety • First aid • Employer insight sessions • Employer readiness • Guaranteed interviews with key employers at Manchester Airport*
*on successful completion of the course
The academy will provide you with familiarisation activities within the airport to support your transition into securing work within Manchester Airport. The academy team will help anyone who wants to find work at Manchester Airport. They are more than happy to spend time reviewing your CV and aspirations. The team will also talk to you in detail around the different types of roles available and ensure that you get the job that is right for you.
Contact us T: 0161 489 3907 E: airport.academy@tcg.ac.uk A: Upper Level, Above Rail Terminus, Manchester Airport, M90 3RR
AIRPORT ACA D E M Y
AT M A N C H E S T E R A I R P O R T
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FLEXIBLE LEARNING Learn online and gain a qualification, at a time and place suited to you. Discover our Flexible Online Learning courses with dedicated 1-1 tutor support. Flexible Learning Course
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service
XPQ-DL2C-1203
Monthly
21/06/2024
Offsite
Y
FREE*
Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems
XPQ-DL2C-1001
Monthly
26/07/2024
Offsite
Y
FREE*
Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading
XPQ-DL2C-1005
Monthly
26/07/2024
Offsite
Y
FREE*
Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration
XPQ-DL2C-1204
Monthly
26/07/2024
Offsite
Y
FREE*
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Business Improvement Techniques
XPQ-DL2C-1007
Monthly
26/07/2024
Offsite
Y
FREE*
Level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques
XPQ-DL2C-1012
Monthly
26/07/2024
Offsite
Y
FREE* FREE*
Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance
XPQ-DL2C-1013
Monthly
26/07/2024
Offsite
Y
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
XPQ-DL2C-1014
Monthly
26/07/2024
Offsite
Y
FREE*
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
XPQ-AY2C-1100
Monthly
31/07/2024
Online
Y
FREE*
Level 2 Award in an Introduction to Neuroscience in Early Years
XPQ-AY2A-1200
Monthly
31/07/2024
Online
Y
FREE*
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
XPQ-AH2C-1100
Monthly
31/07/2024
Online
Y
FREE*
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children’s and Young People’s Mental Health
XPQ-AH2C-1200
Monthly
31/07/2024
Online
Y
FREE*
How to Apply
Call or Email our friendly team for more information on the course(s) you’re interested in on 0161 952 4692 or email flexibleonlinelearning@tcg.ac.uk
All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
Our courses are available to learners who meet the following criteria: • Over the age of 19 on the 31st August • Reside in the UK with proof of address
* Subject to meeting funding requirements
FUNDING KEY
Y Yes
N No
L Learner Loans
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ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | PROFESSIONAL COURSES & QUALIFICATIONS
PROFESSIONAL COURSES & QUALIFICATIONS If you’re looking to take that next step within your current career, our range of Continuing Professional Development courses will equip you with the confidence and knowledge to succeed. FUNDING KEY
Y Yes
N No
L Learner Loans
Accounting Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Day
SPQ-AC2C-1700
06/03/2024
05/06/2024
Stockport College
Y
£324
Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping
Early Years Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges
Day
APQ-AY2A-1100
04/03/2024
20/05/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£225
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
Flexi
XPQ-AY2C-1100
Monthly
31/07/2024
Online
Y
£362
Level 2 Award in an Introduction to Neuroscience in Early Years
Flexi
XPQ-AY2A-1200
Monthly
31/07/2024
Online
Y
£362
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Flexi
XPQ-AH2C-1100
Monthly
31/07/2024
Online
Y
£362
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children’s and Young People’s Mental Health
Flexi
XPQ-AH2C-1200
Monthly
31/07/2024
Online
Y
£362
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Eve
TPQ-BS2A-1100
05/02/2024
28/03/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£75
Building Services Course Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit
Enquire Now
0161 886 7070
trafford.ac.uk
stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk
info@trafford.ac.uk
All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | PROFESSIONAL COURSES & QUALIFICATIONS
Computing Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Level 3 Award in Cloud Services
Day
TPQ-CP3A-1100
08/01/2024
21/06/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
£150
Level 3 Award in Coding and Logic
Day
SPQ-CP3A-1100
15/01/2024
28/06/2024
Stockport College
Y
£300
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FUNDING KEY
Y Yes
N No
Counselling
L
Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price £75
Level 2 Award in Counselling Concepts
Day
SPQ-CU2A-1200
23/01/2024
16/04/2024
Stockport College
Y
Level 2 Award in Counselling Concepts
Eve
SPQ-CU2A-1500
23/01/2024
16/04/2024
Stockport College
Y
£75
Level 2 Award in Counselling Concepts
Eve
APQ-CU2A-1200
28/02/2024
15/05/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£75
Level 2 Award in Counselling Concepts
Eve
CPQ-CU2A-1200
29/02/2024
23/05/2024
Cheadle College
Y
£75
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Eve
SPQ-CU3C-1200
12/03/2024
29/01/2025
Stockport College
Y
£811
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Education & Training Course BTEC Level 3 Award in Education
Eve
SPQ-ET3A-1400
30/01/2024
04/06/2024
Stockport College
Y
£300
BTEC Level 3 Award in Education
Eve
APQ-ET3A-1400
31/01/2024
05/06/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£300
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
Day
SPQ-ET3C-1500
21/02/2024
12/06/2024
Stockport College
Y
£811
Level 3 Award Assessing Vocational Achievement
Day
SPQ-ET3A-1600
21/02/2024
12/06/2024
Stockport College
Y
FREE
Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in The Work Environment
Day
SPQ-ET3A-1700
21/02/2024
12/06/2024
Stockport College
N
£400
Stockport College
N
£1,306
Level 4 NVQ Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
Enquire Now
0161 886 7070
trafford.ac.uk
Day
SPQ-ET4A-1100
21/02/2024
12/06/2024
stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk
info@trafford.ac.uk
All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
Learner Loans
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ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | PROFESSIONAL COURSES & QUALIFICATIONS
FUNDING KEY
Y Yes
N
Hair Course
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Level 2 Award in Cutting Mens Hair
Day
SPQ-HA2A-1100
15/01/2024
22/04/2024
Stockport College
Y
£150
Level 2 Award in Cutting Mens Hair
Eve
APQ-HA2A-1100
21/02/2024
22/05/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£150
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Eve
APQ-HO2C-1200
24/01/2024
12/06/2024
Altrincham Campus
Y
£362
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Eve
CPQ-HS2C-1200
15/01/2024
24/06/2024
Cheadle College
Y
£362
Day/Eve
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
Day
SPQ-PR3C-1100
05/02/2024
10/06/2024
Stockport College
Y
£1,265
CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Day
XPP-PR4D-1300
05/02/2024
22/07/2024
Online
N
£1,950
Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills
Eve
SPQ-PR2A-1200
06/02/2024
30/04/2024
Stockport College
Y
£75
No
L Learner Loans
Hospitality Course Level 2 Certificate in General Patisserie and Confectionary
Health and Social Care Course Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care
Professional Studies Course
Level 2 Certificate in Leadership and Team Skills
Eve
SPQ-PR2C-1100
06/02/2024
03/05/2024
Stockport College
Y
£362
CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Day
XPQ-PR5D-1100
06/02/2024
30/07/2024
Online
N
£1,950
Level 3 Award in Information, Advice or Guidance
Eve
SPQ-PR3A-1100
07/02/2024
20/03/2024
Stockport College
L
£811
CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Day
XPQ-PR6D-1100
07/02/2024
31/07/2024
Stockport College
N
£1,950
Level 5 CMI Diploma in Management and Leadership
Day
TPQ-PR5D-1100
08/02/2024
25/07/2024
Stretford Campus
N
£362 £2,485 £362
Level 7 CMI Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
Day
XAP-XD7X-1100
08/02/2024
03/10/2024
Online
N
Level 3 CMI Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership
Day
TPQ-PR3C-1400
26/02/2024
16/12/2024
Stretford Campus
Y
Level 2 Award in Mentoring
Eve
SPQ-PR2A-1100
27/02/2024
26/03/2024
Stockport College
Y
£150
Level 3 Certificate in Effective Coaching
Day
SPQ-PR3C-1700
27/02/2024
02/04/2024
Stockport College
N
£450
Enquire Now
0161 886 7070
trafford.ac.uk
stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk
info@trafford.ac.uk
All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | GAS ACS CENTRE TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
GAS ACS CENTRE TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS ACS qualifications must be renewed every five years to ensure gas engineers can continue working safely, legally and remain active in the field. Our ACS gas centre based at our STEM centre in Stretford trains and retrains candidates to the professional standards required by the industry with training packaged in a way that allows your staff to become qualified quickly and efficiently.
WAYS WE CAN SUPPORT YOU We pride ourselves on creating a positive learning environment built upon friendly service from experienced and knowledgeable staff. Candidates benefit from: • Modern classrooms that use state-of-the-art digital projection equipment • Purpose built bays for hands-on practical work • Equipment and tools provided • Industry qualified and competent staff • Easy access to the centre with safe and secure free parking
Courses can be tailor made with flexible dates to suit your work commitments. Assessments offered • Domestic and Industrial Assessments • ACS Referesher Training STUDENT CAR PARKING IS • LPG Assessment for Permanent Dwellings, AVAILABLE! Residential Park Homes, Leisure Vehicles, Mobile LOCATION: Catering & Boats Talbot Road, Stretford. • Unvented Hotwater (part G) Course duration • Legionella – Risk Management/operative 8am to 4pm. • Water Regulations (WRAS) • Managed Learning Programme for New Entrants to the Gas Industry • Bespoke Gas Awareness Courses • Heat Pumps – Air and Ground Source • Low Temperature Heating Design
FREE
If you are looking to renew or up skill your qualifications or require further information, please contact.
Beverly.mcloughlin@tcg.ac.uk
0161 886 7106
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ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | HIGHER SKILLS & HIGHER EDUCATION
HIGHER SKILLS & HIGHER EDUCATION
HIGHER EDUCATION
Whether you are looking to enhance your career opportunities, looking to get back into work, or make the leap into University; find out how the Higher Education at our Colleges can take you to where you need to be. Our Higher Education provision focuses on transforming lives for the better and making a real difference, ensuring it remains an accessible offer that is community focused and supports local aspirations. Our courses have been co-created with employers, ensuring students are equipped with the skills to progress.
FUNDING KEY
Y Yes
N No
L Learner Loans
Pre-Access to Higher Education Course
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Pre-Access to Higher Education
SFP-AH2D-1200
17/01/2024
16/01/2026
Stockport College
Y
£994 £994
Pre-Access to Higher Education
TFP-AH2D-1200
17/01/2024
16/01/2026
Stretford Campus
Y
Pre-Access to Higher Education
AFP-AH2D-1200 18/01/2024
16/01/2026
Altrincham Campus
Y
£994
End Date
Location
Funding
Price £3,600
Construction Course
Course Code
Start Date
SPQ-HC4H-1110
17/01/2024
16/01/2026
Stockport College
L
HNC Construction Management for England (HTQ) (Construction Design and Build Technician) - Part Time SPQ-HC4H-1210
17/01/2024
16/01/2026
Stockport College
L
£3,600
HNC Building Services Engineering (Electrical pathway) - Part Time
SPQ-HC4H-1410
18/01/2024
16/01/2026
Stockport College
L
£3,600
HNC Building Services Engineering (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning pathway) - Part Time
SPQ-HC4H-1510
18/01/2024
16/01/2026
Stockport College
L
£3,600
HNC Civil Engineering - Part Time
Computing Course
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
BTEC HND in Computing Software Engineering - Full Time
SFP-HI4H-1400
15/01/2024
16/01/2026
Stockport College
L
£8,000
Course Code
Start Date
End Date
Location
Funding
Price
Stretford Campus
L
£3,600
Engineering Course HNC Engineering Part Time
Enquire Now
TPP-HM4H-1500
0161 886 7070
trafford.ac.uk
30/01/2024
stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk
20/12/2024
info@trafford.ac.uk
All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | SKILLS FOR CONSTRUCTION & LOGISTICS ROLES
SKILLS FOR CONSTRUCTION & LOGISTICS ROLES Do you want to work in Construction or Logistics? The Construction Skills Academy provides you with the skills and training you require and will guarantee you an interview after your 2-3 week intensive training. Our training team have over 50 years combined in the Construction and logistics sector.
TRAINING INCLUDES: Introduction to the Construction/Logistics Sector Fork Lift Truck Licence including full Training Securing Employment in the Construction Sector Full CSCS Training, Test & Card Health & Safety Manual Handling
Contact the Team for more information
Shaun.donnelly@tcg.ac.uk
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ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | APPRENTICESHIPS
APPRENTICESHIPS
Did you know that you can study an apprenticeship at any age and level, depending on your skills and experience? WHY CHOOSE AN APPRENTICESHIP: • Earn a wage whilst you learn • Choose from a wide range of roles within different industries • Gain specialist skills through hands on experience • Excellent career progression • One to one learning with a work based tutor • Receive on the job training by industry professionals • Develop transferrable skills • Gain skills and knowledge recognised by industry
APPRENTICESHIPS WE OFFER Building Services
Customer Service
Hair & Beauty
Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician
Business Administrator
Early Years / Childcare
Human Resources
Team Leading
Catering & Hospitality
Electrical Installation
IT & Digital
Gas Engineering Operative
Carpentry & Joinery
Engineering
Motor Vehicle
Bricklayer
HIGHER APPRENTICESHIPS WE OFFER Coaching Professional Standard
Construction Design & Build Technician
Hospitality Management
Learning & Skills Teacher
Engineering Manufacturing Technician
Associate Project Manager
Operations/ Departmental Manager
Automation and Controls Engineering
GET IN TOUCH TO FIND OUT MORE! If you would like to explore apprenticeships with us, either as a potential apprentice or an employer, please make use of the details below.
General Enquires:
0161 886 7461
apprenticeships@tcg.ac.uk
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE 2024 | FAST TRACK YOUR CAREER TO BECOME A TEACHING ASSISTANT
FAST TRACK YOUR CAREER TO BECOME A
TEACHING ASSISTANT
Get the skills and qualifications you need to support your next career move KEY BENEFITS: KEY DATES:
Sense of reward each day
Use all of your skills to help others
No day the same
Flexible working
Introduction to Course and Sector: 24th January 2024, 10am-12:30pm Training: 29th January to 16th February 2024, 9:30am-2:30pm
Location: Altrincham Campus OVERVIEW OF TRAINING: > Preparing to Work in Schools > Understanding Behaviour that Challenges > Resilience and Perseverance > Employability Training including Mock Interview Practice ELIGIBILITY An interest in working within the sector; applicants will progress onto a teaching assistants’ course; the level will depend on current qualification and experiences. Earning less than £20,888 annual gross salary. Unemployed or earn less than £494 a month (as a sole adult in your benefits claim) or £782 a month (joint benefit claim with your partner).
Contact us now to book your place or get more information:
margaret.carlile@tcg.ac.uk
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cheadle.ac.uk
stockport.ac.uk
trafford.ac.uk
All details are correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. Please check college website for the most up to date information.