Courses starting in the new year
If you're looking for a new challenge in 2009 and are thinking of updating your skills or learning something new, take a look at the wide range of courses starting from January onwards at our campuses across central Sussex.
Click on the course titles to find out more and, once you've found the course for you, apply online or contact us for further information.
As well as the wide range of qualification-based courses listed below, there is a great choice of adult and community learning courses for leisure and pleasure on offer through our East Grinstead Central campus - you can search for these by visiting the adult education section of our website.
And if you're looking for a short course to gain specific skills, why not visit our short course section where you will find details of the varied training on offer.
Qualification-based courses starting in Spring 2009:
Access to Higher Education
Access Diploma - Health & Social Care Professions
This course is suitable for adults returning to study. One year Access to Higher Education course.
Accounting and Financial Planning
AAT Accounting Level 2
This course is suitable for those who wish to become members of the Association of Accounting Technicians. Students should be aged 18 or over, or be working in an accounting environment.
Finance for Non Financial Managers - One Day Course
Staff members who may not have a financial background but need to know the important financial concepts
OCR Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping Skills (Computerised) – SAGE ACCOUNTING
This course is suitable for candidates who want to study in preparation for employment in bookkeeping roles. It is also suitable for those who are already employed in bookkeeping roles and who wish to develop their skills.
Building Services
Practical Introduction to the Electrical Industry
This course is suitable for who wish to know more about the electrical industry & may or may not want to become employed in the industry.
Business, Finance and Administration
Apprenticeship / Advanced Apprenticeship in Business Administration
The Apprenticeship is designed to reflect the work of administration staff across a wide range of industries and types of organisations, and are for those who are working with some autonomy and personal responsibility.
Apprenticeship / Advanced Apprenticeship in Customer Service
The Apprenticeship is designed to reflect the work of Customer Service staff across a wide range of industries and types of organisations. The course recognises that employment in the customer service sector involves a diverse range of functions.
Business Administration - Award, Certificate, Diploma Level 2 & 3 (NVQ Replacement)
The Level 2 Award, Certificate and Diploma are designed to reflect the work of administration staff across a wide range of industries and types of organisations and are for those who are working with some autonomy and personal responsibility.
Certificate in Administration - Level 2 & 3
This course is suitable for anyone looking to gain a recognised certificate and to broaden their knowledge and understanding of the administration role and how this fits into an organisation.
CIEH Level 2 Award - Environmental Principles & Best Practice
Participants will gain an understanding of environmental issues, seeing the benefits and relevance to their company.
Coaching Skills for Managers - One Day Course
This course will enable delegates to develop the skills necessary to effectively coach their staff to reach their maximum potential.
Commercial Awareness - One Day Course
This course will give delegates an understanding of how to develop strategy by taking into consideration both internal and external colleagues, suppliers and business partners.
Conflict Resolution - One Day Course
This course will enable delegates to develop an understanding of the factors that contribute to conflict and the skills to respond to conflict in the most appropriate way.
Customer Service - Level 2 Certificate/Level 3 Diploma (NVQ)
The objective of these qualifications is to reflect the work of candidates who undertake Customer Service activities at Levels 2 and 3. They provide a statement of competence that testifies to the ability of candidates to work to meet Customer needs
Delivering Excellence in Customer Service - One Day Course
In order to achieve sustainable growth, businesses and organisations must attract more customers and retain as many of them as possible.
Effective Delegation - One Day Course
This course will cover the process of delegation and the application of techniques to ensure effective and efficient use of resources within an organization.
Effective Team Working
Effective team working is an enabling force, helping businesses and their people perform.
Effective Time Management - One Day Course
Learn how to plan and organise your time effectively, prioritise tasks and minimise interruptions to achieve greater productivity.
Making the Sale (Sales Skills) - One Day Course
All businesses need to ensure that their sales are as effective as possible in order to provide sustainable growth.
Managing Change - One Day Course
This course will deal with the impact change has and how to help staff deal with that process.
Minute Taking Essentials
This course is designed for employees who need to develop their minute taking skills.
Negotiating with Results - One Day Course
This course is designed to help participants build upon the fundamental principles of assertive communication.
New to Team Leading
This course is designed for staff making the transition to a management/supervisory role or anyone requiring help with developing practical skills to enable them to perform effectively in the workplace.
Presenting for Success - One Day Course
This course provides a unique opportunity to practise and refine delivery techniques in a supportive environment
Problem Solving
This course will enable delegates to reflect on problems they encounter and how successfully they resolve them. It will introduce them to a “step by step” plan for solving problems.
Talent Management - One Day Course
The most successful managers are those who have the ability to attract, develop and retain staff that add value to the business. More managers than ever before are developing in-house talent.
Child Care
Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools.
This award is suitable to those who are working already working within a supporting teaching and learning role, and who may already hold a relevant level 2 qualification, and wish to undertake more responsibility.
Apprenticeships in Children and Young People's Workforce
Apprenticeship in Child Care
CACHE Preparation for the Responsibilities of Parenting Level 2
This qualification introduces learners to the responsibilities of being a parent. It develops knowledge and understanding of bringing up children and the support available to parents.
Cache Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Level 2
This award is suitable to those who are working already working in a supervised supporting teaching and learning role.
CACHE Introduction to an Early Years Setting Level 1
This course is suitable for anyone wishing to take a first step in to learning, and who is interested in the early years/childcare area of work. It is also very useful for parents and for people wishing to volunteer in early years settings.
CACHE Level 2 Award in Babysitting
This qualification provides an understanding of how to care for children when babysitting in a home environment.
CACHE Understanding How to Set Up a Home-Based Childcare Service-L3
This course is suitable for newly registering child-minders who wish to start up a home-based childcare service. This unit is part of the Ofsted registration process for home-based childcare practitioners.
QCF Certificate for the Children & Young People’s Workforce Level 2
Get the skills and experience to develop your career in child care in a wide range of settings. For a career working with children and young people , you need a qualification.
QCF Certificate in Play work L2
Provide learners with an understanding of the importance of play and play work in children and young people’s lives.
Computing and Information Technology
Adobe Acrobat
This course is for those who are new to Adobe Acrobat or wish to refresh their skills.
Adobe Illustrator
This course is ideal for users who wish to create drawings for use in a variety of documents, and in particular on web pages.
Adobe InDesign Essentials
This course is ideal for users who wish to create leaflets, newsletters and other published documents.
Adobe Photoshop - Essentials
This course is for delegates wishing to manipulate photographs for use in web sites or documentation.
Apprenticeship in Information Technology
Apprenticeship in IT.
Dreamweaver - Essentials
Users will learn how to use features within Dreamweaver to create web pages.
Dreamweaver - Intermediate
This course is for delegates wishing to incorporate some of the more sophisticated features into their Dreamweaver web pages.
Flash - Essentials
This course is for delegates wishing to enhance their websites with animation using Flash.
ITQ IT Professional Practitioners (NVQ Level 2)
This course is suitable for those who are already employed in a suitable job role, where they have regular access to computers, who wish to gain a National Vocational Qualification at Level 2. Assessment is carried out in the workplace.
ITQ IT Professional Practitioners (NVQ Level 3)
This course is suitable for those who are already employed in various IT related areas, eg. IT support, software development, website development/management who wish to gain an NVQ at Level 3. Assessment is carried out in the workplace.
Macros and Visual Basic in Excel
This course will give delegates an insight into a range of features.
Microsoft Access - Advanced - For users of 2000 / XP / 2003
This course is for those wishing to learn how to build a relational database, or those wishing to use the reporting and calculating facilities on a relational database.
Microsoft Access - Advanced - For users of 2007 / 2010
This course is for those wishing to learn how to build a relational database, or those wishing to use the reporting and calculating facilities on a relational database.
Microsoft Excel - Advanced - For users of Excel 2007 / 2010
This course will provide candidates with knowledge of the more advanced features and formulae within Microsoft Excel.
Microsoft Excel - Advanced - For users of Excel XP/ 2003 / 2000
This course will provide candidates with knowledge of the more advanced features and formulae within Microsoft Excel.
Microsoft Excel - Essentials ( Spreadsheet Construction) - For users of XP / 2003 / 2000
This course is ideal for delegates who wish to learn how to create and maintain their own spreadsheets.
Microsoft Excel - Essentials (Spreadsheet Construction) - for users of 2007 / 2010
This course is ideal for delegates who wish to learn how to create and maintain their own spreadsheets.
Microsoft Excel - Intermediate - For users of 2007 / 2010
This course is ideal for users of Excel 2007 who wish to further their knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Microsoft Excel - Intermediate - For users of Excel XP / 2003 / 2000
This course is ideal for users of Excel 2000 / 2003 / XP who wish to further their knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Microsoft Outlook - Basic - For users of 2003 / XP - Basic
This course introduces users to Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Outlook - Proficient User - For users of XP / 2003
This course introduces users to some of the more advanced features of Microsoft Outlook.
Microsoft Project - Comprehensive
This course will allows users to manage projects using Microsoft Project.
Microsoft Publisher - Essentials - for users of 2010
This is for those wishing to create leaflets, newsletters and other published documents
Microsoft Publisher - Essentials - for users of XP 2003 2007
This is for those wishing to create leaflets, newsletters and other published documents
Microsoft Word - Advanced - For users of 2007 / 2010
Delegates will learn how to use the more advanced features of Microsoft Word.
Microsoft Word - Advanced - For users of XP / 2003
Delegates will learn how to use the more advanced features of Microsoft Word.
Microsoft Word - Essentials - For users of 2007 / 2010
This course is ideal for users who are new to Word 2007 or have never received any formal training.
Microsoft Word - Intermediate - For users of 2003 or XP
Delegates will receive hands-on training in useful features of Microsoft Word.
Microsoft Word - Intermediate - For users of 2007 / 2010
This course is ideal for learners who already have a good working knowledge of most of the topics on the basic course.
MySQL - Introduction
This course provides an introduction to the SQL syntax and is ideal for delegates who are new to MySQL.
Novell Groupwise
This half day course is suitable for both new users and those wishing to get the most out of Groupwise.
Photoshop - Professional techniques
This course is suitable for photoshop users who have already attended our Photoshop Essentials course, or who are already familiar with the topics on that course.
PHP/MySQL - Introduction
This course provides a solid foundation in PHP/MY SQL web applications.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) - One Day Course
This two hour seminar will look at the difficult subject of search engine optimisation and a range of best practices and concepts to help your website achieve better search engine listings.
Using Social Media to Increase your Market Penetration
Learn how to increase your market penetration using social media.
Vista, Word, and Excel 2007 conversion course
This course will cover the most important new features in Vista, Word 2007 and Excel 2007. You can either attend for a full day (£110) to cover both Word and Excel, or half a day (£70) to cover one package.
Construction
Assessment of Experienced Construction Workers - NVQ Level 2
This course is designed to allow experienced construction workers to achieve a recognised qualification through on-site assessment of their work and working practices.
Assessment of Experienced Construction Workers - NVQ Level 3
This course is designed to allow experienced construction workers to achieve a recognised qualification through on-site assessment of their work and working practices.
Bricklaying - NVQ Level 2
This course is suitable for those working in the construction industry a trainee bricklayers wishing to gain a recognised qualification. Successful completion offers progression to NVQ Level 3 in Trowel Occupations.
Central Heating Boilers & Water Heaters Revision (CENWAT)
Experienced gas-fitting operatives who have successfully completed the Core Domestic Natural Gas Safety Assessment, who are seeking to refresh their knowledge and understanding of Central Heating Boilers and Water Heaters.
Certificate for Domestic Installers Scheme (Part P)
This course is suitable for gas and heating installers, the course covers Gas Safe NIC Part P.
City & Guilds 2382-12 17th Edition Wiring Regulations
This course is suitable for qualified electricians requiring to update their existing knowledge. On successful completion, candidates will be able to progress on the City & Guilds 2391 qualifications.
City & Guilds 2382-20 17th Edition Update Wiring Regulations
This course is suitable for those who currently have a 16th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification who need updating to 17th Edition. On successful completion, candidates will be able to progress on to the City & Guilds 2391 qualifications.
City & Guilds 2391-10 Electrical Installation Inspection & Testing
This course is suitable for qualified electricians who are expected to have practical experience in testing on site.
City & Guilds 2391-20 Design, Erection and Verification
This course is suitable for qualified electricians, also contracting companies who have responsibility for the quality, design, specification, installation, inspection and testing processes.
City & Guilds 2393-10 Building Regulations for Electrical Installations
This course is designed to enable practising electricians operating in the domestic environment to gain an understanding of how electrical installations in dwellings must comply with all relevant building regulations.
Combustion Performance Analyser Revision (CPA1)
CPA, Combustion, Analyser, Gas
Construction Site Supervision NVQ Level 3
For candidates who wish to become site supervisors without the requirement to attend the college campus
Cooking Appliances Assessment (CKR1)
Experienced gas-fitting operatives who have successfully completed the Core Domestic Natural Gas Safety Assessment, who are seeking Cooking Appliances Accreditation / Re-Accreditation.
Cooking Appliances Revision (CKR1)
Gas revision for cookers
Core Domestic Natural Gas Safety Revision (CCN1)
Experienced gas-fitting operatives seeking to refresh their knowledge and understanding of Core Domestic Natural Gas
Electrical foundation workshop
This is aimed at candidates who require an insight into the requirements of the practical elements of the 17th edition wiring regulations
Electrical testing and certification workshop
This course is for candidates who require training or revision on how to carry out the required electrical tests and record the results on the correct documents
Energy Efficiency
This is a requirement for those working on central heating systems. The course covers the scope of City& Guilds 6084 qualification. With a computerised exam at end of the course.
Gas - NVQ Level 2
This course is suitable for those working in the gas industry who wish to gain an industry recognised qualification. In Domestic Natural Gas Installation and Maintenance (ACS)
Heat Pump Systems - C&G 2399 L3 Award
This course is suitable for candidates who have plumbing experience and hold the Water Regulations and Energy Efficiency Certificate.
Installation and Fault Finding of Central Heating Controls Systems
The course covers the installation of Y Plan, S Plan and C Plan wiring systems. Candidates should call 01293 442349. There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
JIB-AM2 Refresher
This course is suitable for those looking for revision on AM2 assessment which includes installation practice and electrical testing.
NET-AM2 Electrical Achievement Measurement
The course covers the following; Composite installation, Visual inspection, Functional testing, Inspection and testing, Safe isolation of test rig, Safe isolation of supplies, Fault diagnosis, On-line exam.
NICEIC Unvented Domestic Hot Water Storage Systems
Candidates who have experience in the plumbing, heating & ventilation and gas industries. The course covers the necessary design, installation, commissioning and the maintenance skills and knowledge required to safely install systems
Oftec 101 Assessment
Certificate of competence in the commissioning and servicing of oil pressure jet boilers.
Oftec 102 Assessment
Experienced gas-fitting operatives or candidates with relevant qualifications/experience. Practical and written assessment of appliances with vaporising burners.
Oftec 105 Assessment
Experienced gas-fitting operatives or candidates with relevant qualifications/experience. Written assessment of domestic/light commercial oil firing system installations for technicians working with oil fired heating.
Oftec 600 Assessment
Experienced gas-fitting operatives or candidates with relevant qualifications/experience. Written assessment of installation requirements for oil fired appliances and oil storage tanks.
Oftec Revision Module F & G (ERS)
Candidates who are experienced gas-fitting operatives or candidates with relevant qualifications/experience. Revision of heating system design and energy efficiency.
Oftec Revision Module J (ERS)
Candidates who are experienced gas-fitting operatives or candidates with relevant qualifications/experience. Revision of visual theory assessment for equipment installation.
Oftec Revision Module J (ERS)
Candidates who are experienced gas-fitting operatives or candidates with relevant qualifications/experience. Revision of advanced commercial/industrial oil storage installations.
Oftec Revision Module M (ERS)
Candidates who are experienced gas-fitting operatives or candidates with relevant qualifications/experience. Revision of energy efficiency part 2.
Oftec Revision Module P (ERS)
Revision of commissioning & servicing and fault finding for pressure jet appliances.
Oftec Revision Module S (ERS)
Revision of vaporising appliances.
Oftec Revision Module V (ERS)
Revision of commission & servicing and fault finding for vaporising appliances.
Oftec Revision Practical Module R (ERS)
Practical revision of pressure jet appliances. Candidates who are experienced gas-fitting operatives or candidates with relevant qualifications/experience.
Painting & Decorating - NVQ Level 2
This course is suitable for those with a keen in the subject, either self employed or in employment relevant to the course. Successful completion offers progression to NVQ Level 3 in Decorative Occupations.
PASMA Erection of Tower Scaffolding
This course is suitable for those who wish to develop the skills required to erect, inspect, alter, move, and dismantle a tower scaffold in accordance with the Work At Height Regulations 2005.
Photovoltaic Systems - (C&G 2399 L3 Award in Installation & Maintenance of Photovoltaic Systems)
This course is suitable for candidates who have electrical experience and hold the 17th Edition Wiring Regulations Certificate.
Plastering - Diploma Level 1 (daytime)
This course is suitable for those people not employed in the trade who wish to gain a formal qualification to enable them to find employment as a Plasterer.
Plumbing - NVQ Level 3
This course is suitable for those employed in the industry. In addition to the on-site assessment and portfolio there are additional mandatory qualifications required that contribute to the full award which all candidates must achieve.
Portable Appliance Testing Inspection and Testing (Operatives)
This course is suitable for operatives who carry out the Portable Appliance testing of equipment.
Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems (C&G 2399 L3 Award in the Installation of Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems)
This course is suitable for candidates who have plumbing experience and hold the Unvented Hot Water Systems, Water Regulations and Energy Efficiency Certificates.
Test and Inspection Practical Workshop (Electrical) Refresher
This course is suitable for candidates who have previously completed City & Guilds 2391 and wish to update.
Unvented Hot Water Systems
This course is suitable for operatives working in the plumbing industry. These requirements will be discussed with the candidate prior to enrolment, however experience in the industry is essential.
Warm Air Heating Assessment (DAH1)
Working on warm air servicing, commissioning, fault diagnosis and installation.
Warm Air Heating Revision (DAH1)
Gas revision for warm air
Water Harvesting and Re-use Systems (C&G 2399 L3 Award in the Installation & Maintenance of Water Harvesting & Re-use systems)
This course is suitable for candidates who have plumbing experience and hold the Water Regulations Certificate.
Dental Nursing
QCF Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3
Dental Nurses working in oral healthcare setting.
Engineering
Award in Advanced Welding Skills - Level 3
This course is suitable for those who have completed the Level 2 module or hold current or recently expired approvals in the relevant process.
Certificate in Introductory Welding Skills - Level 1
This course is suitable for students with very little or no welding experience at all.
Certificate in Welding Skills - Level 2
This course is for students working in industry or with a reasonable skill level, or by completing the level 1 course first.
NVQ Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
This course is suitable for those working or training in the vehicle service and repair industry. On Successful completion, candidates will have gained industry recognised fully skilled status.
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Beginners ESOL
People who have below Entry 1 ESOL language and literacy needs. This course is run in small groups and with classroom support. Students learn to read, write, spell, speak and listen in English at a basic level.
English Language Training (ELT/EFL) - Beginners to Advanced
This course is suitable for learners to improve their career or work prospects through an improvement to their English Language skills.
ESOL Full Time - Foundation Learning Course
This is a full time course teaching English to people who speak other languages. This is through ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) sessions, (both Speaking and Listening as well as Reading and Writing.)
Skills for Life - ESOL
This course is suitable for anyone for whom English is not their first language.
First Aid
CACHE Paediatric First Aid
First aid techniques, for common conditions in babies and children.
Emergency First Aid at Work
This course is suitable for those who wish to gain a good basic knowledge of first aid and successful completion will result in a First Aid Certificate
First Aid At Work - Refresher Course
This course is suitable for those who need to renew a First Aid at Work Certificate and to update their skills. This refresher training course is an HSE approved course that complies with the current Health & Safety regulations 1981.
First Aid at Work Initial Training
This course is suitable for those whose jobs require them to hold a recognised First Aid at Work qualification or for anyone wanting a comprehensive introduction to first aid.
Foundation Learning
JumpStart2012 Programme
An exciting programme designed to appeal to those looking to come back in to education after school, and designed to help them get into work or progress to other courses.
Work Skills Programme (for unemployed applicants looking to enter work)
A six week course designed to provide you with the skills required to enter employment either full-time, as an apprentice or part-time with the chance to study further.
Hairdressing, Holistic and Beauty Therapy
Contact Dermatitis Prevention - City & Guilds Unit 201
This 3 week course is suitable for hairdressers, beauty therapists or trainees who are working in the industry and want underpinning knowledge of how to recognise the signs and symptoms of contact dermatitis.
Dressing Hair - Level 2 Award
This course is suitable for new entrants to the industry or those wishing to retrain or change career. Successful completion offers progression to other hairdressing courses or career advancement.
Salon Hygiene Level 2
This course is suitable for those wishing to cover all aspects of salon hygiene and safety, including sterilisation methods, skin disorders and diseases, electrical and chemical safety, basic first aid and personal presentation.
Health and Safety
CIEH L2 Award in Manual Handling - Principles and Practice
CIEH Level 2 Award in Manual Handling - Principles
This course will introduce candidates to the hazards and risk involved in manual handling to reduce risk to themselves and others.
Food Safety in Catering - Level 2 Award (RSPH)
Designed for those working in and around kitchens or retail outlets. On completion of the course you will receive a nationally recognised certificate.
IOSH - Managing Safely
This course is designed for managers who have responsibility for ensuring the health & safety of their staff.
IOSH - Working Safely
This course covers the responsibilities when handling resources, risk in the workplace and how safety can be improved.
NEBOSH Occupational Safety & Health
This course is suitable for newly appointed safety officers, managers and supervisors with some responsibility for health and safety, and for safety representatives or staff intending to have these roles or responsibilities.
Health and Social Care
Advanced Apprenticeship Diploma in Dental Nursing- Level 3
Apprenticeship/Advanced Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care
Those employed as Care Workers. There are a wide range of units to chose from to cover the individual's job role.
BTEC Level 1 Award in Health and Social Care
This course is suitable for anyone wishing to take a first step in to learning about the health and social care area of work. It is useful for people who are informal carers and for people who are interested in volunteer work in care settings.
BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care
This course is ideal for those who are looking to enter employment in the health and social care sector who do not currently hold a qualification to enable them to do so.
Leadership for Children and Young People’s services-City & Guilds Level 5 Diploma
This course is suitable for registered managers, deputy managers and those working within a senior role within the children and young people's services sector.
QCF Certificate in Cleaning & Support Service Skills Level 2
Show you’re a properly skilled cleaner with this flexible cleaning qualification, you’ll learn and be assessed at work.
QCF Diploma in Allied Health Profession Support Level 3
This qualification is suitable for those working within hospitals, hospices & doctors surgeries where you have hands on clinical experience.
QCF Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support Level 2
This qualification is suitable for those working within hospitals, hospices & doctors surgeries where you have hands on clinical experience.
QCF Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support Level 3
This qualification is suitable for those working within hospitals, hospices & doctors surgeries where you have hands on clinical experience.
QCF Diploma in Health & Social Care Level 2
Develop your skills as a care worker with this competence based diploma in Health & Social Care
QCF Diploma in Health & Social Care Level 3
Develop your skills as a care worker with this competence based Diploma in Health and Social care.
QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Young People’s Services
Build both your managerial and care skills with the Level 5 Diploma.
Hospitality and Catering
Advanced Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management - Level 4
This course is designed to meet the needs of managers or senior managers working in the sector, or those seeking promotion.
BIIAB National Certificate for Personal Alcohol Licence Holders
THE BIIAB National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders covers the syllabus set by the government to enable candidates to understand the law in relation to the selling of alcohol.
Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management - Level 3
This course is accredited through the Institute of Hospitality and is designed to meet the needs of first line managers working in the sector or seeking promotion who wish to improve their knowledge and qualifications.
Management and Personnel
CMI Level 3 Diploma in First line management
This course is suitable for managers wishing to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to develop their career in management and leadership. On successful completion, candidates will be able to progress onto the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management.
CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership
This course is suitable for Middle managers wishing to acquire skills and knowledge to develop their career.
CMI Level 7 Strategic Management and Leadership
This course is suitable for managers looking to build on past operational knowledge and experience by focusing on the operational issues of management and leadership within an organisation.
Diversity for Better Business - One Day Course
This course is ideal for organisations who wish to improve their organisations performance by harnessing the potential of diversity in the workplace.
IOM Diploma in Operations Management
Suitable for people working in Operations Management. Production and Inventory Control and related areas.
Managing Stress - One Day Course
This course is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of managing stress in the workplace.
Using Appraisals to Enhance Performance - One Day Course
This course is suitable for all managers / supervisors who appraise their staff as part of their responsibilities.
Motor Vehicle Engineering
NVQ light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Level 2
Those working or training in the light vehicle service and repair industry. On successful completion candidates will gain industry recognised semi-skilled status.
Retail
Apprenticeship in Retail / Advanced Apprenticeship in Retail
This course is suitable for those employed in a retail environment who wish to develop their skills in and those seeking progression onto a higher level qualification.
Certificate in Retail Knowledge - Levels 2 & 3
This course is suitable for anyone looking to gain a recognised certificate and to broaden their knowledge and understanding of the Retail role and how this fits into their organisation.
Level 2 Retail Skills, Award, Certificate and Diploma (NVQ) Level 3 Retail Skills, Management, sales Professional and Visual Merchandising Certificate and Diploma (NVQ)
Applicants should be working in a Retail environment and an initial assessment will be carried out in the workplace to ensure that your job role meets the course requirements. It is also important to have your employers support in order to complete
Sign Language
Sign Language - Working towards Level 2 BSL
If you want to reinforce and build on Level 1 BSL signing skills in preparation for advancement on to Level 2.
Skills for Life
ESOL Numeracy (Counting on English)
This is a new course being offered in addition to twice weekly ESOL classes which will be available at two different language levels. The course is designed to provide the language required to access Numeracy qualifications in English.
Skills For Life - Everyday English for Adults
This course is suitable for those which to develop their reading, writing, spelling, listening and speaking skills.
Skills For Life - Practical Numbers for Adults
This course is suitable for people to improve their numeracy skills, a practical Maths course to help in every aspect of work and life.
Teaching/Training and Development
Advanced Literacy for Teachers - Level 3
This course is suitable for teachers or classroom assistants who wish to formalise or extend their professional qualifications and allows progression to a Level 5 subject specialist course.
Advanced Numeracy for Teachers - Level 3
This course is suitable for teachers or classroom assistants who wish to enter, formalise or extend their professional qualifications and allows progression to a Level 5 subject specialist course.
Apprenticeship/Advanced Apprenticeship in Supporting Teaching and Learning
This course is suitable for Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and those who support teaching and learning in schools.
Information, Advice and Guidance Skills - An Introduction
This course provides candidates with information on how to structure an advice and guidance interview and apply and practice active listening skills to work safely and effectively when giving advice and guidance to others.
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
This course is suitable for those seeking an introduction to delivering teaching / training, and who are working or wish to work, in adult or further education, commerce, industry, the voluntary sector or public services.
Train the Trainer - One day course
This course is ideal for those who are new to training, or those currently delivering who have had not formal instruction.
Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment - Level 3 Award
This course is suitable for those who wish to become assessors in the workplace for candidates undertaking work-based qualifications.
Warehousing
Apprenticeship in Warehousing and Storage
The apprenticeship in Warehousing and Storage is primarily aimed at candidates who undertake varied warehousing, storage and logistics activities at level 2.
Warehousing and Storage Level 2 Certificate (NVQ)
The OCR Warehouse and Storage qualification provides candidates with high quality, nationally recognised qualifications. They are vocationally-related, credit-based qualifications that provide valuable opportunities for individuals to develop skills
