Courses and Careers Guide for Adults (2022-23)

Full-time, part-time, day and evening courses

Course and Careers Guide for Adults

2022-23

How to use the Guide From virtual tours to video testimonials by our students, this year’s course guide will help you make an informed decision about which course is right for you.

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Contents Course Areas

Principal’s Welcome

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Why Choose Us?

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Our Colleges

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Our Facilities

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Courses We Offer

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Getting You Work Ready

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Guide to Levels

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Funding your Studies

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Student Support

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Access to Higher Education

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English Language (EFL)

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Accounting & Bookkeeping

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ESOL

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Applied Science

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Hairdressing & Barbering

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Apprenticeships

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Health & Social Care

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Art & Design

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Hospitality & Catering

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Building & Construction

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HR Management

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Business

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Make-up & Beauty Therapy

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Childcare

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Motor Vehicle

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Computing & IT Digital Skills)

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Online Training

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Creative Media

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Teaching Skills Academy

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Distance Learning

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Training for Job Seekers

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English & Maths

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Travel & Tourism

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Application Process

Apply at wlc.ac.uk/apply

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Principal’s Welcome Welcome to our Course and Careers Guide for Adults.

I am delighted that you are thinking about studying with us.

Returning to education is an exciting step and I hope you have everything you need in this Guide to make an informed decision. You can find out about our four college sites across West London, our exceptional facilities and our wide range of courses from Construction to Creative Media and Business.

Whether you want to improve your professional skills, start your own business or progress to university, we have the course for you.

Our purpose is to ensure our students are inspired by their learning, achieve their qualifications and become the outstanding citizens of the future.

I look forward to seeing you at the College.

Karen Redhead OBE, MSc, BSc, FSET Chief Executiveand Principal

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Why Choose Us?

Flexible Study Programmes

Ofsted rated ‘Good’

Focus on Careers

Experienced Expert Tutors

Career Enhancing Facilities

Distinguished Alumni

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Our Colleges West London College comprises Hammersmith & Fulham College, Ealing Green College, Park Royal College and Southall Community College. The College provides training and development for over 10,000 students.

Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Gliddon Road Barons Court London W14 9BL

Ealing Green College

The Green Ealing London W5 5EW

Southall Community College

Beaconsfield Road Southall London UB1 1DP

Park Royal College

Nucleus Park Central Way Park Royal London NW10 7XT

Our Facilities We pride ourselves on providing facilities that allow our students the best environment to learn. Our facilities are designed to develop your practical skills and enhance your learning.

Dedicated facilities include:

Aircraft Cabin & Check-In Simulator

Design & Media Labs

Motor Vehicle Workshop

Science Labs

TV Studio

Taste Restaurant

The Salon

Construction Workshop

Learning Resource Centres

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Courses we Offer Free training for adults We offer a range of courses for adults that will help you to gain the necessary skills and qualifications to further your career or progress on to higher level study.

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The Lifetime Skills Guarantee is a Government initiative to offer FREE Level 3 courses for adults in areas of skills shortages. By completing the courses you will be adding to your skills, knowledge and professionalism.

You are also very likely to find secure and well paid employment, because there are many jobs in these areas.

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Vocational Courses Our practical vocational courses range from Level 1 to Level 5, so whatever stage you’re at we have a course to suit you.

Professional Courses Our suite of internationally recognised professional courses match the needs of key industries. Courses include AAT, CIPD, and Teacher Training courses (DET and CELTA).

Access to Higher Education Our Access courses can provide a bridge to university in just one year or two years if you choose a distance learning Access course.

Higher Education Our Higher National Diploma (HND) courses are equivalent to the first two years of university study, Levels 4 and 5. Once completed you can progress into employment or do a top-up year at university to convert your qualification to A-Level 6 full honours degree.

Distance Learning, Your Place, Your Pace We have a range of distance learning courses for you to study at Levels 2 and 3, which are easily affordable and enable you to fit in study with your other commitments.

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Online Training We are also partnered with e-Careers to bring you an extensive range of short courses and qualifications.

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English Language Our English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses allow you to develop your skills in speaking, reading, listening and writing. Our English as a Foreign Language (EFL) courses cover a higher-level English standard.

Maths and English GCSEs/Functional Skills GCSEs are level 2 qualifications that are recognised by all employers and essential for many career paths and progression to Higher Education. We also offer entry level and level 1 Functional Skills qualifications that will prepare you to progress to GCSE. All our maths and English courses are for those who want to improve their reading, writing and numeracy skills. Gaining an English & Maths qualification, no matter what level, will help you progress into employment.

A-Level Maths Students can study A-Levels Maths alongside their vocational course or as a standalone subject. This two-year programme will enable you to gain important UCAS points to progress onto university. Students will get a deeper understanding of maths, which is essential for a wide range of careers such as Business, Science and Computing.

GCSE Science Adults can now enrol onto GCSE courses in Biology, Chemistry and Physics as a combination or as individual qualifications.

Courses for Job Seekers Our short courses will help job seekers to develop employability skills and interview skills.

Accredited Courses

Expert Teaching

= Career Progression

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Getting You Work Ready It’s a competitive job market out there… We help you to gain the skills and experience to get a head start.

Skills Builder Universal Framework

The Skills Builder Framework is embedded into your programme of study. These essential skills will help you build a successful career.

Work Experience (only available on SWAP courses) Along with gaining valuable qualifications we offer you the opportunity of a work experience placement to develop your employability skills. Put your skills into practice, build industry contacts, learn from the professionals and watch your confidence grow.

Careers Advice and Employability Skills We have exciting opportunities for our students, allowing them to obtain valuable experience within different industries and careers.

For students who are looking to progress to university, our team can help and support you when applying to UCAS and help you create and submit your personal statement.

We invite universities into the college where you can talk directly to representatives, as well as provide a hub of resources to guide and support you to make a decision.

We want you to be fully prepared for your next step after leaving us. We have links with local employers who are interested in working with our students. We can connect you with local organisations who are really interested in providing our students volunteering opportunities and work experience, which will enhance your CV and make you more employable.

Students can benefit from a range of activities and services such as: ● CV Clinic ● Jobs, volunteering, internships and apprenticeships vacancies ● Work Placements ● Employability skills sessions ● Careers Resources ● Workshops and talks from employers 11

Guide to Levels It can be confusing trying to understand what the different levels mean, and how they relate to anything else.

Level

Qualification

Entry Requirements*

Possible Progression

Gain specialist knowledge and understanding of your subject area

● Relevant Level 3 qualification ● Relevant work experience

● Higher Education ● Higher Apprenticeship ● Employment

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Further develop your professional and technical skills, knowledge and understanding of your subject area over 1-2 years

● 4-5 GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) including English Language & Maths ● Relevant Level 2 qualification grade Merit and GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) in English Language & Maths

● Higher Education ● Higher Apprenticeship ● Employment

2

Develop your skills and knowledge to prepare you for further training or employment

● 2-4 GCSEs grade 9-3 (A*-D) including English Language & Maths

● Level 3 ● Advanced Apprenticeship ● Employment

1

A practical introduction to give you a solid foundation to build on

● Entry Level 3 qualifications

● Level 2 ● Intermediate Apprenticeship ● GCSEs

Entry

Varying in focus, gives you a snapshot into the sector

● No formal entry requirements

● Level 1

4-5

* The entry requirements are a guide. Please see individual course listings on our website for specific entry requirements. NOTE: You may be required to complete English and maths assessments to determine adequate minimum levels.

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Funding your Studies If you are aged 19 or over, you may need to pay for your course. The fee will depend on the level and type of qualification.

Free online and classroom-based courses for adults The Lifetime Skills Guarantee is a Government initiative to offer FREE Level 3 courses for adults in areas of skills shortages. By completing the courses you will be adding to your skills, knowledge and professionalism.

If you’re looking to gain new skills or try something new, we have many courses that are free for adults. Free courses will help you to take the next step in your career and education and you can study online or in a classroom.

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Training for Job Seekers We have developed a wide variety of employability programmes, a wide variety of employability programmes, giving job seekers the skills to find work. Providing work experience is a key aspect of our programmes.

Due to your circumstances, you may qualify to study these courses for free.

Students may have to pay additional costs (regardless of circumstances) if a course requires specialist materials or resources and where membership (such as AAT and CIPD) are paid by learners directly to the professional membership bodies.

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Access to Higher Education Our Access to Higher Education Diplomas provide a route back into education and a bridge to higher education, whether you have missed out at school, had your education disrupted, or settled in the country without recognised qualifications.

The one year, full-time courses are specifically designed to meet the needs of mature students providing a flexible approach to learning, using modern teaching methods and continuous assessment.

Our Distance Learning Access to Higher Education courses include self-directed study, which you do at home around your other commitments, over two years.

Dean Access to Higher Education Level 3

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Level 3

Level 3

Level 3

Level Entry 3

Level 3

Level 3

Level 3

Level Entry 3

Biomedical Sciences Duration: 1 year Location: Ealing Green College

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Business and Management Duration: 2 years Location: Distance Learning

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Computing Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Humanities Step up to Hair and&Social Beauty Sciences Duration: 122 year weeks Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Midwifery Duration: 2 years Location: Distance Learning

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Nursing Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Nursing Duration: 2 years Location: Distance Learning

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SocialupWork Step to Hair & Beauty Duration: 2 22years weeks Location: Distance Hammersmith Learning & Fulham College

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Nurse

£24,907 to £37,890

Social Worker

£24,000 to £40,000

Midwife

£24,907 to £44,503

Software Developer

£20,000 to £70,000

Biomedical Scientist

£24,907 to £44,503

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

If you finish your Access to Higher Education course and progress and complete your university degree, you will not have to pay back your Advanced Learner Loan for the Access Course!

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Accounting & Bookkeeping Our Accounting & Bookkeeping courses are divided into four key areas, each designed to help you improve your skills and knowledge of different aspects in the finance and accounting environment. These qualifications are accredited by the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and are internationally recognised.

* Students who are on our unfunded/full-cost course may have to pay additional costs including examination and assessment fees. AAT membership is paid by learners directly to the professional membership body.

Sana Accounting & Bookkeeping Level 1

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Level 1

Level 1

Level 1

Level 1

Level 1

Level 2

AAT Award in Accounting Software Duration: 11 weeks (Part-time, evening) Location: Ealing Green College

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AAT Award in Accounting Software Duration: 11 weeks (Part-time) Location: Southall Community College

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AAT Award in Bookkeeping Duration: 12 weeks (Part-time) Location: Ealing Green College

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AAT Award in Bookkeeping Duration: 11 weeks (Part-time, evening) Location: Southall Community College

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AAT Award in Business Skills Duration: 12 weeks (Part-time) Locations: Ealing Green College Southall Community College

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Foundation Certificate in Accounting (Online & On Campus) Duration: 1 year (Part-time) Location: Ealing Green College

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Level 2

Level 3

Level 3

Level 4

Level 4

Level 4

Level 4

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Foundation Certificate in Accounting (Online & On Campus) Duration: 1 year (Part-time, evening) Location: Southall Community College

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Advanced Diploma in Accounting (Online & On Campus) Duration: 1 year (Part-time) Location: Ealing Green College

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Advanced Diploma in Accounting (Online & On Campus) Duration: 1 year (Part-time, evening) Location: Southall Community College

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Professional Diploma in Accounting Duration: 15 months (Part-time, evening) Location: Ealing Green College

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Accounting Decision and Control Duration: 12 weeks (Part-time, evening) Location: Ealing Green College

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Accounting Systems and Controls Duration: 10 weeks (Part-time, evening) Location: Ealing Green College

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Financial Statements of Ltd Companies Duration: 14 weeks (Part-time, evening) Location: Ealing Green College

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Level 4

Management Accounting Budgeting Duration: 5 weeks (Part-time, evening) Location: Ealing Green College

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Financial Services Customer Adviser

£14,000 to £60,000

Payroll Administrator

£15,000 to £28,000

Bookkeeper

£18,000 to £35,000

Bank Manager

£24,000 to £70,000

Public Finance Accountant

£18,000 to £100,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

Membership of the accountancy bodies continues to grow. There are over 380,000 members in the UK and ROI. Source: Financial Reporting Council.

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Applied Science Our Applied Science courses engage and inspire by showing you how many contemporary issues require a grasp of fundamental scientific and mathematical ideas.

Studying science will broaden your understanding of the world around you and will equip you with the skills needed to approach most matters in a reasoned and analytical manner.

Classes are taught in modern well-equipped labs with plenty of practical opportunities, industry visits and field trips. You will have access to scientific magazines and journals, simulation models, laboratory equipment and scientific and mathematical software packages.

Adults can study GCSE in Biology, Chemistry and Physics as a standalone or as a combination.

Mennatallah Applied Science Extended Diploma

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Level 2

Level 2

Level 2

Level 3

GCSE Biology Duration: 1 year Location: Ealing Green College

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GCSE Chemistry Duration: 1 year Location: Ealing Green College

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GCSE Physics Duration: 1 year Location: Ealing Green College

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Access to Biomedical Sciences Duration: 1 year Location: Ealing Green College

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Biologist

£14,000 to £70,000

Animal Technician

£17,000 to £28,000

Lab Technician

£17,000 to £30,000

Food Scientist

£20,000 to £45,000

Botanist

£22,000 to £45,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

Many of our Level 3 students progress onto universities across the country to study degrees in Biomedical Science, Nursing, Midwifery and many more!

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Apprenticeships Apprenticeships are a great opportunity if you want to progress to a higher qualification, gain work experience or follow a vocational route to university or employment. The range of skills and knowledge you achieve will prepare you for your future career in the industry you choose. Apprenticeships are just like jobs, which means you may need to compete with others at an interview to achieve your apprenticeship. Available across most sectors, apprenticeships are a great way to gain recognised qualifications whilst gaining real workplace experience.

Health and Social Care Level 2

Adult Care Worker

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Level 3

Lead Adult Care Worker

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Level 5

Adult Care

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Education & Training

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Level 2

Early Years Practitioner

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Level 3

Teaching Assistant

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Level 3

Early Years Educator

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Level 4

Assessor Coach

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Level 5

Learning & Skills Teacher

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Level 5

Coaching Professional

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Business & Management Level 2

Customer Service Practitioner

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Level 2

Retailer

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Level 3

Customer Service Specialist

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Level 3

Team Leader/Supervisor

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Level 3

Business Administrator

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Level 3

Assistant Accountant

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Level 2

Accounts/Finance Assistant

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Level 4

Accounting/Taxation Technician

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Level 4

Associate Project Manager

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Level 4

Sales Executive

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Level 5

Operations/Departmental Manager

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Level 5

HR Support

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Level 5

HR Consultant

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Hospitality & Catering Level 2

Production Chef

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Level 3

Senior Production Chef

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Property Maintenance Operative

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Construction Level 2

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Level 3

Installation Electrician/Maintenance Electrician

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Level 2

Bricklayer

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Level 2

Carpentry and Joinery (Architectural Joiner)

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Level 2

Carpentry and Joinery (Site Carpenter)

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Level 3

Advanced Carpentry and Joinery (Architectural Joinery)

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Level 3

Advanced Carpentry and Joinery (Site Carpentry)

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Level 2

Plasterer

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Level 3

Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician (Environmental Technologies)

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Level 2

Groundworker

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Level 2

Interior Systems Installer

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Cultural Heritage Level 3

Library and Information Archiving Assistant

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Level 3

Museums and Galleries Technician

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Tommy Level 2 Dry Lining Apprentice

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ReSSA Apprentices

Apprenticeship Opportunities

Register Your Interest

Apprenticeship Subjects Health and Social Care

Education & Training

Business & Management

Hospitality & Catering

Construction

Cultural Heritage

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Art & Design Designed to encourage your creativity, artistry and imagination, these courses are for those interested in cutting edge digital work and/or traditional craft.

Our Art & Design students benefit from regular visits to exhibitions, museums and galleries, as well as access to programmes run by London universities. Courses also feature guest sessions from professional artists and designers.

Take a tour

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Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 3

Diploma in Art, Design & Media Duration: 1 year Location: Ealing Green College

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Diploma in Art & Design Duration: 1 year Location: Ealing Green College

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Extended Diploma in Art & Design Duration: 2 years Location: Ealing Green College

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Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Digital Design) Duration: 2 years Location: Ealing Green College

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Animator

£14,000 to £36,000

Graphic Designer

£16,000 to £50,000

Community Arts Worker

£16,000 to £28,000

Photographer

£17,250 to £45,000

Product Designer

£19,000 to £50,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

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We want our students to be prepared for their next step, either in education or work. We work with employers, such as JC Decaux and Museum of Brands, who give our students the opportunity to work on real-life projects with.

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Building & Construction Apprenticeships available The construction industry is the powerhouse of an economy and workers with trade skills are among the most valuable in the workforce.

Choose a course with us and gain the skills, experience and confidence you will need to compete in the job market. You could study brickwork, carpentry and joinery, plastering and dry lining, electrical installation and plumbing. Whatever your level, we will set you on the path to a construction career.

Based at Park Royal College and Southall Community College, you will work with qualified tradespeople who have strong links with businesses.

Alex Carpentry and Joinery Level 1

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Entry

Entry

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 1

Construction Skills Duration: 1 year Location: Park Royal College

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Step up to Construction Duration: 12 weeks Location: Park Royal College

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Diploma in Carpentry Duration: 1 year Location: Park Royal College

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Diploma in Carpentry Duration: 1 year Locations: Park Royal College Apprenticeship available

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Diploma in Carpentry Duration: 1 year Location: Park Royal College

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Diploma in Brickwork Duration: 1 year Location: Park Royal College

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Level 2

Level 3

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 1

Level 2

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Diploma in Brickwork Duration: 1 year Locations: Park Royal College Apprenticeship available

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Diploma in Brickwork Duration: 1 year Location: Park Royal College

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Diploma in Electrical Installation Duration: 1 year Location: Park Royal College

Diploma in Electrical Installation Duration: 1 year Location: Park Royal College

Diploma in Electrical Installation Duration: 1 year Location: Park Royal College

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Diploma in Drylining/Plastering Duration: 1 year Locations: Southall Community College Apprenticeship available

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Diploma in Drylining/Plastering Duration: 1 year Locations: Southall Community College Apprenticeship available

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Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Diploma in Plumbing Duration: 1 year Location: Park Royal College

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Diploma in Plumbing Duration: 1 year Location: Park Royal College

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Diploma in Plumbing Duration: 1 year Location: Park Royal College

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Plumber

£15,000 to £40,000

Carpenter

£17,000 to £38,000

Plasterer / Dryliner

£17,000 to £30,000

Bricklayer

£17,000 to £42,000

Electrician

£18,000 to £42,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

Our students are award winners in Construction. Our students have entered many national competitions such as Plaisterers Training Awards, SkillBuild and WorldSkills competitions in trades such as Carpentry & Joinery.

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Business Apprenticeship available Business is fast-paced and at the heart of the global economy. Our courses balance theory and practice so you will be prepared to succeed in a competitive business environment.

We ensure you acquire relevant skills by working closely with employers to develop industry-tailored programmes.

You will learn how organisations operate and what makes a business successful, focusing on areas such as retail, finance, accounting, communication, marketing and administration. We also offer the opportunity to explore starting your own business and gaining the competences required to succeed as an entrepreneur.

Camille Business Level 3

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Level 3

Access to Business and Management Duration: 2 years Location: Distance Learning

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Customer Service Advisor

£15,000 to £24,000

Human Resource Assistant

£15,000 to £22,000

HR Advisor

£18,000 to £25,000

Digital Marketer

£20,000 to £50,000

Marketing Executive

£20,000 to £35,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

More and more people are starting their own businesses, and our courses can give you the tools and knowledge required to make it a success. During 2020, 726,000 new businesses were created in the UK. Source: UHY, the International Accountancy Network.

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Childcare We offer a range of courses to help you start your career in childcare. By gaining the right qualification and practical experience, you receive the tools to progress to the next level of study, higher education or employment. Using our industry contacts to work with employers, we provide courses that equip our students with skills they can use in the workplace.

Mohammad Early Years Educator Level 3

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Entry

Level 1

Level 1

Level 2

Level 2

Level 3

Level 3

Award in Caring for Children Duration: 22 weeks (Part-time) Location: Southall Community College

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Certificate in Caring for Children Duration: 1 year (Part-time) Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Southall Community College

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Award in Preparing to Work in Schools Duration: 18 weeks (Part-time) Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Southall Community College

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Certificate in Supporting Teaching Duration: 1 year Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Southall Community College

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Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner Duration: 1 year Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Southall Community College

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Diploma in Early Years (Workforce) Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Certificate in Supporting Teaching Duration: 1 year Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Southall Community College

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Childminder

Variable

SEND Teaching Assistant

£12,577 to £23,000

Nursery Worker

£14,000 to £24,000

Youth Worker

£18,000 to £33,000

Primary School Teacher

£25,714 to £41,604

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

Nurture and help grow the future generation with a childcare career. As part of your course, students are required to find a placement within a nursey or school setting to help gain valuable experience in the industry.

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Computing & IT

(including Digital Skills)

Whether you want to be a games designer, a network specialist or an application developer, our Computing & ICT courses will help you achieve your career ambitions. Our teachers have years of industry experience and are accredited to deliver professional courses such as Microsoft, Comptia, Certified Internet Web Professional (CIW), Cisco, Unity and Java Programming.

Entry

Level 1

Digital Skills Duration: 28 weeks Location: Southall Community College

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Digital Skills Duration: 28 weeks Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Ethan Computing & IT Games Development Level 3

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Level 1

Level 2

Level 2

Level 3

Level 3

Level 3

Extended Certificate in IT (Digital Technology) Duration: 1 year Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Southall Community College

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Extended Certificate in IT (Digital Skills)* Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Extended Certificate in IT (Games Development) Duration: 1 year Locations: Ealing Green College Southall Community College

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Extended Diploma in Information Technology (ICT & Games Development) Duration: 2 years Location: Ealing Green College

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Extended Diploma in Information Technology (ICT & Digital Skills) Duration: 2 years Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Southall Community College

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Access to Computing* Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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*Fees may apply for these courses for adults.

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IT Technician

£16,000 to £35,000

Network Engineer

£18,000 to £40,000

Software Developer

£20,000 to £70,000

Games Tester

£24,000 to £50,000

Computer Games Developer

£25,000 to £59,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

The IT industry is one of the largest sectors to work in. It is predicted that the technology industry will continue to grow and is on track to be worth $5 trillion.

Source: International Data Corporation.

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Creative Media With our creative media courses students learn with industry-standard equipment and software applications in studios and digital labs.

Courses cover a range of traditional and new media techniques that include TV & film production, animation, storyboarding, game design, digital editing, photography, mixed media projects, web design and advertising.

Students participate in work experience that gives them the opportunity to work with media professionals on live projects.

Maciej Creative Media Extended Diploma Level 3

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Level 3

Extended Diploma Creative Media* Duration: 2 years Location: Ealing Green College

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*Fees may apply for these courses for adults.

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TV/Film Production Runner

Variable

Camera Operator

Variable

Editorial Assistant

£15,000 to £40,000

Live Sound Engineer

£25,000 to £40,000

Public Relations Officer

£18,000 to £50,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

If you go onto study at university, you can expect an average graduate starting salary of £32,500 at major employers within the media industry.

Source: The Graduate Market in 2021.

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Distance Learning West London College is proud to offer a selection of high-quality qualifications that you can study completely online. You can fit your studies around your other commitments, and blend them, where necessary, with classroom-based learning.

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Business Level 2

Understanding Technology Enabled Care

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Level 2

Information, Advice or Guidance

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Level 2

Understanding Climate Change and Environmental Awareness

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Level 2

Cleaning Principles

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Level 2

Equality and Diversity

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Level 2

Falls Prevention Awareness

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Level 2

Lean Organisation Management Techniques

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Level 2

Principles of Business Administration

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Level 2

Principles of Customer Service

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Level 2

Understanding Retail Operations

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Level 2

Principles of Team Leading

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Level 2

Understanding Data Protection and Data Security

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Level 2

Understanding Business Improvement Techniques

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Level 2

Warehousing and Storage

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Level 2

Understanding Mental Health, First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

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Level 3

WLCO Access to Higher Education Diploma: Business Management

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Level 3

Leadership and Management

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Health & Social Care

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Level 2

Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities

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Level 2

Working with People with Mental Health Needs

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Level 2

Understanding Nutrition and Health

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Level 2

Counselling Skills

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Level 2

Understanding Safe Handling of Medication in Health & Social Care

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Level 2

Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent

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Level 2

Understanding Tenant Support in Social Housing

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Level 2

Awareness of Mental Health Problems

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Level 2

Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

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Level 2

Principles of Care Planning

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Level 2

Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

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Level 2

Principles of Dementia Care

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Level 2

Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings

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Level 2

Principles of End of Life Care

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Level 2

Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes

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Level 2

Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health & Social Care

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Level 2

Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection

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Level 2

Common Health Conditions

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Level 3

WLCO Access to Higher Education Diploma: Social Work

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Level 3

WLCO Access to Higher Education Diploma: Midwifery

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Level 3

WLCO Access to Higher Education Diploma: Nursing

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Level 2

Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

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Level 2

Understanding Autism

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Childcare

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Level 2

Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

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Level 2

Common Childhood Illnesses

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Level 2

Adverse Childhood Experiences

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Level 3

Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

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Level 3

Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools

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English & Maths (GCSEs and Functional Skills) Maths and English qualifications not only open doors to a range of new careers and course opportunities, but are also essential in everyday life. Whether you are looking to study qualifications to allow you to confidently help your children do their homework, or to support you in your career, we offer a suite of qualifications from Entry Level Functional Skills to GCSE Maths and English. These courses can be studied alongside many of our vocational courses.

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Functional Skills (English and Maths)

Entry 1, 2

Entry 3

Level 1

Level 1

Functional Skills English Duration: 1 year Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College Southall Community College

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Functional Skills English Duration: 1 year Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College Southall Community College

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Functional Skills English Duration: 1 year Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College Southall Community College

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Functional Skills Maths Duration: 1 year Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College Southall Community College

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GCSE English Language

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This course is for you if you would like to achieve a grade 4 in English.

Sessions are available at: ● Hammersmith & Fulham College (Eve) ● Ealing Green College (Eve) ● Southall Community College

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GCSE Maths

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GCSE Maths comes in either a Foundation Tier or a Higher Tier, and you will learn topics such as fractions, approximations, statistics and probabilities.

Sessions are available at: ● Hammersmith & Fulham College (Eve) ● Ealing Green College (Eve) ● Southall Community College

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Essential Digital Skills Essential Digital Skills are mapped to national standards for basic digital literacy, designed to meet digital knowledge gaps with adults. They are funded by the ESFA for adult learning and will provide vital skills to many.

Entry

Level 1

Digital Skills Duration: 27 weeks Location: Southall Community College

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Step up to Digital Skills Duration: 27 weeks Location: Southall Community College

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A Level Maths Our A- Level Maths course develops techniques studied at GCSE to enable you to solve mathematical problems and to deepen your interest in the subject.

Level 2

A-Level Maths Duration: 2 years Location: Ealing Green College

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Did you know?

Our English & Maths qualifications are completely free for adults. Whether you are looking to go to university or seek employment, it is essential to have these qualifications under your belt.

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English Language School (English as a Foreign Language) The College has run a successful English Language School for over 60 years.

Accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK, we received a Strength award for our teaching in the most recent inspection. All teachers are qualified, with most of our courses taught by DELTA-qualified teachers.

We are one of the biggest exam centres in Europe for IELTS and Cambridge Exams (computer and paper-based).

Our courses develop your English ability in speaking, listening, reading and writing.

We want to improve your knowledge and understanding of grammar, teach you new vocabulary and help you with your pronunciation. General English can be studied on its own, or combined with an exam preparation module and/or specific speaking & writing skills classes.

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General English Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College

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Professional Skills (English for Business) Location: Ealing Green College

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Conversation-Pronunciation Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College

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Writing Skills Location: Ealing Green College

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IELTS (Foundation & Higher) Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College

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Cambridge B2 Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College

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Cambridge C1 Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College

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Cambridge C2 Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College

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OET Locations: Ealing Green College

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Exams for UK Visa Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College

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Life in the UK Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College

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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) ESOL courses are for students who do not have English as their first language. They are suitable for students ranging from Pre-Entry to Level 1. Students will be able to develop their skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing, and will improve their communication skills, employment prospects and progress to academic or vocational courses.

ESOL Day Programmes available at: Hammersmith & Fulham College, Ealing Green College, Southall Community College. In addition, we offer ESOL evening classes at Ealing Green College.

Makida ESOL Origin: Oromia

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ESOL

ESOL

Pre-Entry, Entry Level 1, 2, 3 Duration: 1 year Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College Southall Community College

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Level 1 Duration: 1 year Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College Southall Community College

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Hairdressing & Barbering Working in our commercial hairdressing and treatment salons, you will gain hands-on experience to prepare you for the workplace.

Our industry connections mean that students benefit from regular visits from major product houses and industry professionals who offer presentations, demonstrations and workshops. This creates an enriched learning experience and ensures that students enter the workplace informed with up-to-date knowledge. Employers come in to talent scout for their businesses, offering trials that could lead to job offers. The annual Hair & Beauty Showcase is a real opportunity for students to demonstrate all the skills they have learned over the academic year. The judges are always super impressed with the high standards, innovation and creativity of our students, awarding prizes to the best creation in several different categories. *Please note that Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy courses incur a uniform and kit cost in the range of £100-£300.

Louisa Cortez Hairdressing & Barbering Lecturer

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Level 1

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 2

Diploma in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Certificate in Barbering Duration: 1 year (Part-time, evening) Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Hair Stylist

£14,000 to £30,000

Hairdressing Salon Manager

£18,000 to £30,000

Barber

£15,000 to £25,000

Hair Stylist

£14,000 to £30,000

Artistic Director

Variable

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

Over the past five years, there has been a massive growth of 45% in the number of businesses within the hair & beauty industry.

Source: NHBF.

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Health & Social Care Apprenticeship available Careers in the health and social care industry are rewarding and fascinating. Our students benefit from quality work placements and recruitment opportunities with a range of employers, including the NHS. We use our extensive contacts with companies to ensure our courses equip students with the skills needed to progress in health and social care careers. Our dedicated and industry-focused teaching staff will support and challenge you, helping you to progress to a successful career or to higher education.

Level 1

Certificate in Health and Social Care Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

Sonia Health & Social Care Extended Diploma Level 3

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Level 2

Level 3

Level Entry 3

Level 3

Level 3

Level 3

Level Entry 5

Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Access to Humanities & Social Sciences Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Access Step upto toNursing Hair & Beauty Duration: 122 year weeks Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Access to Nursing Duration: 2 years Location: Distance Learning

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Access to Midwifery Duration: 2 years Location: Distance Learning

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Access to Social Work Duration: 2 years Location: Distance Learning

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HND up Step in Healthcare to Hair & Beauty Practice Duration: 2 22years weeks Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Care Worker

£13,500 to £25,000

Healthcare Assistant

£18,005 to £24,157

Ambulance Assistant

£18,005 to £21,142

Radiography Assistant

£19,737 to £24,157

Care Worker

£31,365 to £104,927

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

There are 14 areas within the industry that you can work in, such as child protection, housing, psychology, youth and community work and much more!

Source: Prospects.

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Hospitality & Catering At Hammersmith & Fulham College, we have a 120-seat training restaurant, expert teaching staff and industry standard kitchens. Our students have had the opportunity to carry out work experience at The Wolseley, The Delaunay, Brasserie Zédel, Colbwert, Fischer’s, The Beaumont, Novotel Hammersmith and II Pagliaccio Restaurant. We encourage our students to embrace challenges, develop new skills and be the best they can be in their chosen field, this includes supporting them while they participate in local and national hospitality and catering competitions.

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Ratmir Hospitality & Catering Level 2

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Level 1

Level 1

Level 2

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Award in Culinary Arts Duration: 10 weeks Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Certificate in Professional Cookery Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Certificate in Professional Cookery Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Diploma in Professional Food & Beverage Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Diploma in Patisserie & Confectionery Duration: 17 weeks (Part-time) Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Diploma in Patisserie & Confectionery Duration: 1 year (Part-time) Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Restaurant Manager

£18,000 to £28,000

Catering Manager

£19,000 to £40,000

Chef

£15,000 to £30,000

Hotel Manager

£20,000 to £60,000

Event Manager

£21,000 to £50,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

In 2019 the hospitality sector contributed £59.3 billion in Gross Value Added to the UK economy, around 3.0% of the total UK economic output.

Source: UK Parliament.

Apprenticeship available

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HR Management Apprenticeship available On a HR Management course you will learn how organisations operate and what makes a business successful, focusing on areas such as retail, finance, accounting, communication, marketing and administration. HR professionals manage the employee life cycle and administer staff benefits. Differentiate yourself in a highly competitive marketplace and gain a qualification accredited by Europe’s largest HR development professional body - the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).

Are you suited to a career in HR? HR Management CIPD

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Level 3

Level 3

Level 5

Level 5

CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice Duration: 1 year (Part-time, weekend) Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice Duration: 1 year (Part-time, evening) Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College

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CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management Duration: 1 year (Part-time, weekend) Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management Duration: 1 year (Part-time, weekend) Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College

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Customer Service Advisor

£15,000 to £24,000

Human Resource Assistant

£15,000 to £22,000

HR Advisor

£18,000 to £25,000

Digital Marketer

£20,000 to £50,000

Marketing Executive

£20,000 to £35,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

Over 25,000 people study a CIPD qualification each year.

Most CIPD qualifications are a route to becoming a CIPD professional member.

Source: CIPD.

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Make-Up and Beauty Therapy The make-up and beauty industry is a rapidly growing creative sector and our courses focus on developing the relevant specialist and professional skills for a successful career.

These courses also broaden your portfolio of accomplishments, and give you a broader range to launch your career from.

Working in our commercial treatment salons, you will gain hands-on experience to prepare you for the workplace.

Samirah Make-Up and Beauty Therapy Level 2

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Level 2

Diploma in Beauty Therapy Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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*Please note that Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy courses incur a uniform and kit cost in the range of £100-£300.

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Beauty Therapist

£16,000 to £21,000

Media / Theatre Make-up Artist

Variable

Fashion Make-up Artist

Variable

Cruise Ship Beauty / Spa Therapist

Variable

Senior Spa Therapist

£16,000 to £21,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

Our students provide treatments to paying clients in our Salon at the College, which helps them gain valuable experience within the workplace and with customers.

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Motor Vehicle If you’re keen to deepen your understanding of vehicle systems, operating principles and the diagnosis of engine faults, electrical faults and chassis system faults, then this is the perfect career for you!

You will develop your mechanical skills through practical work in our fully-equipped workshops and acquire theoretical knowledge from classroom-based work.

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Bernardo Motor Vehicle Maintenance Level 2

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Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance Duration: 1 year Location: Southall Community College

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Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance Duration: 1 year Location: Southall Community College

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Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance Duration: 1 year Locations: Southall Community College

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Vehicle Body Repairer

£15,000 to £30,000

Maintenance Fitter

£19,000 to £35,000

Automotive Engineer

£20,000 to £45,000

Garage Manager

£24,000 to £36,000

Roadside Recovery Technician

£25,000 to £40,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

Recent figures suggest there are over 21,000 motor vehicle repair workshops in the UK and this number shows no sign of decreasing over the coming years.

Source: InAutomotive 2019.

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Online Training We are also partnered with e-Careers to bring you an extensive range of short courses and qualifications. Please visit elearning.wlc.ac.uk to take a look at what’s on offer and apply online.

Innovation in Education Online Training e-Careers

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Subject areas include: Online

Accounting & Bookkeeping

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Online

Business & Work

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Online

Project & Quality Management

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Online

IT Networking & Cyber Security

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Online

Health, Safety Compliance

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Online

Microsoft Office

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Online

Web Design

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Online

Teaching, Childcare & Education

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Teaching Skills Academy Do you want to develop your career as a Teacher?

Our Diploma in Education and Training (DET)* and Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) courses will provide you with theoretical and practical skills to succeed in your career and develop your sector knowledge.

* Successful completion of the DET will allow you to apply for Qualified Teacher, Learning and Skills (QTLS) status which qualifies you to teach in secondary schools.

Rochelle Teaching Skills Academy Level 5

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Level 3

Level 5

Level 5

Level 5

Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Duration: 1 year Location: Distance Learning

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Diploma in Education and Training (DET) Duration: 2 years Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) Duration: 4 weeks Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) Duration: 10 weeks (Part-time) Locations: Online

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Skills for Life Teacher

£19,000 to £27,000

EFL Teacher

£14,000 to £35,000

FE Teacher

£24,000 to £37,000

Secondary School Teacher

£25,714 to £41,604

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher

£26,582 to £44,849

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

As a fully qualified teacher, you’ll get more days holiday than people in many other professions. In school, full-time teachers work 195 days per year.

Source: Get Into Teaching.

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Training for Job Seekers We offer a range of courses which are primarily aimed at developing the employability skills of adults. These courses are tailor-made and held throughout the year, they aim to meet the learning needs of learners and inspire confidence so that they can re-enter the job market and secure suitable employment.

The aspirations of our students are achievable because the programmes are designed to address the barriers that may prevent them from gaining meaningful employment.

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Security Sector Based Work Academy Duration: 3 weeks Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Hospitality Sector Based Work Academy Duration: 3 weeks Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Talent Bank Duration: 3 weeks Location: Online

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Traineeship Duration: 3 weeks Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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CAREer Clinic Duration: 3 weeks Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Email: learners@gpace.wlc.ac.uk

External Wall Insulation - Sector Based Work Academy Duration: 3 weeks Location: Southall Community College

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Women in Construction Duration: 3 weeks Location: Southall Community College

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Construction Bootcamp Duration: 3 weeks Location: Southall Community College

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Scaffolding Pre-Employment Training Duration: 3 weeks Location: Southall Community College

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Kickstart Essentials Duration: 6 months Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Buildback - Construction Duration: 3 weeks Location: Southall Community College

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Skills for Londoners Duration: 2 weeks Locations: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Travel & Tourism The travel and tourism industry is a dynamic sector. Studying with us will help you to develop the relevant skills and knowledge to enhance your career.

Our facilities include a simulated aircraft cabin and airline check-in area for a real life learning experience. All our teaching staff have previously worked in the travel and tourism industry and have a wealth of practical and relevant experience. We have great links to employers and many of our students go on to find work in the airline industry, including at British Airways, Emirates Airlines, Heathrow Terminals 3 & 5 and Swissport, with whom we have an Academy Partnership.

Raddius Travel & Tourism Extended Diploma Level 3

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Level 1

Level 2

Award in Travel & Tourism Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Diploma in Travel Agency & Check In Duration: 1 year Location: Hammersmith & Fulham College

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Cruise Ship Steward

Variable

Customer Service Agent

£13,000 to £40,000

Airline Cabin Crew

£13,500 to £30,000

Hotel Manager

£20,000 to £60,000

Tour Guide

£18,000 to £30,000

Source: National Careers Service 2021.

Did you know?

We have great relationships with local employers who are keen to support students with their future careers, such as Heathrow Airport, British Airways, Madam Tussauds and many more.

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Student Support Student Services is where you can access information and advice, while getting more closely involved in college life.

The services we offer include: ● Information, advice and guidance ● Careers advice and employability skills ● Student support funds ● Students’ Union ● Support for young people in care or recent care leavers ● Events, such as the Power of Youth Voice conference ● Mental health advice from our partners MIND ● Pastoral support with mental health and wellbeing ● Work experience ● Tutorial ● Bursary ● Safeguarding

If you need support visit the Student Services office or email: studentservices@wlc.ac.uk Safety, Security & Safeguarding At West London College we are committed to keeping all learners safe while studying with us. You can rest assured that each of our Colleges are safe environments where you are free to reach your full potential.

All learners, staff and visitors need an ID badge to access College buildings, and security teams are on hand at all times. We also have a team of trained safeguarding officers based at each College for you to discuss any queries or concerns about safeguarding you may have. For a full version of the Safeguarding policy, please visit the Student Portal.

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Application Process You could become a West London College student in just 5 easy steps!

Application

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Eligibility

2

Apply online

Offer

3

If you meet the eligibility criteria, attend an informal interview with a course tutor (for some of our courses)

Invitation

If successful be given a conditional or unconditional offer

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4

Be invited to priority enrolment in August

You’re Ready Enrol!

If you are unsure which course(s) to apply for, please get in touch. Our Learner Information Services team will be happy to help you with any queries or questions.

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Study at one of our four excellent Colleges:

Hammersmith & Fulham College Ealing Green College Southall Community College Park Royal College

For more information visit wlc.ac.uk 020 8741 1688