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ContentsWELCOME1. Welcome to Achievment Training Ltd2. Ofsted / Learner Support3. Parents Carers Evening

ANIMAL CARE4. Diploma in Work-based Animal Care Level 26. Diploma in Work Based Animal Care Level 38. Diploma in Animal Care Level 210. Advanced Technical Certificate in Animal Management Level 3

BEAUTY CENTRAL12. New for 2020/21: Diploma for Beauty Professionals - Beauty Therapist Level 214. Diploma in Beauty Therapy - Massage Level 316. Diploma in Reflexology Level 318. Diploma in Women’s & Men’s Hairdressing Level 220. Advanced Technical Diploma in Hairdressing Level 322. Diploma in Nail Technology Studies Level 3

BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES24. New for 2020/21: Diploma in Skills for Business Level 226. Diploma in Skills for Business Level 3

CHILDCARE & EDUCATION28. Technical Certificate in Working with Children in Early Years & Primary Settings Level 230. Diploma for the Early Years Workforce Level 332. Diploma for Supporting Teaching & Learning Level 3

IT PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE34. New for 2020/21: Diploma in ICT Professional Competence Level 3

FOUNDATION LEARNING36. Foundation Learning Entry Levels 2-3 and L1

39. How to find us

Did you know?Achievement Training Limited is a private training organisation located in the city centre and offering a wide range of flexible educational and vocational training courses to young people and adults since 1996. The Head Office is based in Norwich Union House with additional training rooms in the Lloyds Bank Building in the city centre.

ATL currently employs around 100 staff, all of whom support learners and customers in a wide variety of ways. We hold enhanced MATRIX accreditation for both internal and external Information Advice and Guidance (IAG) and are Disability Confident employers.

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Message from Kathy BarnesI am delighted that you have taken this opportunity to look at the course offerAchievement Training have for 2020/21. We are incredibly proud of our centre and take great pleasure from witnessing all that students and staff achieve throughout the year. During the course we will provide qualified and experienced staff, assess learners fairly and regularly, provide encouragement and feedback on progress. Help is available to identify learning support needs and to ensure where practicable we provide additional support to help students succeed. We will build employability and life skills into the course, to ensure that learners have the best chance of progressing to employment and/or further study. Students can access learner support services if they need them, such ascareers guidance, student funding advice and counselling. Achievement Training will keep schools, parents/carers informed of progress.I look forward to working with your students next year.

Meet the team

Welcome toAchievement Training LtdActively Transforming Lives

Top in the South West Achievement Training Ltd scored 96.8% in FE choices learner satisfaction survey 2019!

We are very proud to be in the TOP spot. Well done to all our teaching staff who are actively transforming lives.

Kathy BarnesJackie VincentVicki BryceLinda FriendJane WilliamsClaire LambertLesley LockTracy WalkerPaul EbanksTracy BarnesDawn AshMary Jones

Managing DirectorHead of Teaching and LearningSchools Co-ordinatorCirriculum lead for ChildcareCirriculum lead for Business and ITCirriculum lead for Beauty CentralCirriculum lead for Animal CareCirriculum lead for Health and Social careLearner SupportApprenticeship TeamHead of FinanceMain Reception

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Ofsted - Short notice inspection January 2020“ATL staff support learners very well. The effectiveness of the personal and professional support they provide is a key strength of the provision. It is one of the main reasons learners give when they explain why they enjoy and make good progress in learning.Just under half of all learners at ATL go on to achieve at successively higher levels of ATL courses or elsewhere.

ATL’s apprentices benefit from a curriculum that is built on close and productive relationships with public-and private-sector employers in the region. Adult learners and trainees also benefit from good contact with employers, such as additional opportunities for industry-specific training and/or work experience. ATL learners feel safe and are treated fairly by college staff. They are attentive and keen to learn. They are consistently respectful of others and behave well.”

Learner SupportATL’s focus is aimed at providing a learning environment where learners feelsafe and have the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

Our Learner Support Manager supports the health and well-being of all ourlearners throughout their time with us and our designated safeguarding teamensures all colleagues are appropriately trained with specialist knowledgeincluding Prevent, mental health, substance misuse and safeguarding. As wellas offering first line support to help keep our learners safe, we provide pastoralsupport for any difficulties learners may be experiencing in or outside of theireducation. Working in partnership with multi-agency organisations throughoutthe Devon & Cornwall area, we have over 20 years of experience dealing withthe kind of difficulties that can have a negative effect on learners and proventrack record in supporting them to overcome obstacles to success.

Ofsted / Learner SupportAchievement Training Limited continues to be a good provider

Advice & guidanceQuote from Matrix reassessment in February 2017.

“Achievement Training is committed to supporting its learners. It has well-developed and establishedstudent support function, with one particular member staff who has developed a high-profile and has gained the confidence and respect of staff and learners”.

ATL have held the MATRIX Standard since 2013.

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Come along to our open eveningYou are invited to the centre to discuss the progress of the student(s). You can also cover any issues you may want to talk about with the tutor. Attending parents / carers evening can help you to become more involved in your child’s learning and will support you to give practical advice when making make future choices.

Time:4pm to 6pm

Date:10th February 2021

Location:Achievement TrainingNorwich Union House2 St Andrews CrossPL1 1DN

(Please see page 39 for a map)

Parents Carers Evening10th February 2021 4pm to 6pm

Secure your spacePlease call us on 01752 202268 to book a Parent Carers Evening appointment with us.

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What you will learn This qualification has been specifically designed to develop the knowledge and skills to prepare you for employment within an Animal Care setting. The programme covers a wide range of skills, including: promote and maintain the health and well-being of animals, deliver basic treatments to animals, select and prepare accommodation for animals, control and restrain animals, prepare andprovide feed and water to animals and provide controlled exercise opportunities for animals.

Ideal if You wish to gain a practical qualification in Animal Care through vocational study and have an interest in moving into employment in one of the following sectors; kennels and catteries, breeding, training, preservation or retail of animals and related care products. The structure of this qualification provides learners with the flexibility to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills depending upon their designated career pathway.

What to expect You will learn in our training centre within one of our fully equipped classrooms with access to our many onsite animals, including ferrets, hamsters, degus, geckos, stick insects and many many more. For each unit your assessor observes and asks questions as you perform tasks to assess your practical, animal handling skills. Your understanding of theory will be carried out within the classroom.

What next On completion of this qualification, you can progress onto a Level 3 Diploma in Work-based Animal Care. Or you could move into employment as an Animal Care Worker within a range of settings, including Kennels or Catteries, Pet shops, Zoos, Veterinary Practices, Welfare centres and Riding stables.

Entry requirementsEnglish, Maths and a Science at grade 4 or above.

Diploma in Work-basedAnimal Care Level 2Learning Aim Reference – 500/6740/0

Attendance days 09:00 – 16:00 Monday and WednesdayTerm time only

The term starts on 7th September 2020 and finishes in July with a big celebration in the Guildhall. All your family and friends are invited to watch you graduate.

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Animal Care Field tripsEvery year we go on a number of trips throughout your course, including visiting places such as Dartmoor Zoological Park, The National Marine Aquarium as well as a number of local farms. Wider curriculum activities visitors come from organisations such as the RSPCA, Animal Shelters and Birds of Prey Specialists. These visits will inspire you to explore the many different types of job roles in the sector as well as supporting your study.

Work Placement and Hours Students are required to complete 150 hours at a good quality work placement, to enhance their knowledge and skills across the variety of vocational roles such as animal care assistants, zoo keeper assistants, pet retail assistants and to develop employability skills.

What it feels like to be a student Class group sizes are between 10 to 20 students with a dedicated tutor. Support staff are on site such as pastoral care, finance and careers advice.

“I just completed a Level 2 Animal Care course and can’t recommend everyone enough! Tutors are amazing, the facilities are brilliant and the support system in place is outstanding! I can’t wait to start Level 3 next month”.

Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth, they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year, encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave, and move onto higher-level courses.

Salary and Career expectationsAs a qualified Animal Care Worker, you can expect, on average, a starting salary of £13,500 and can go up to £22,000, when you have gained experience within your specific sector. Professional careers can exceed salaries of £50,000 or more. Students have opportunities to progress into employment or to move onto the advanced level qualifications, such as the Diploma in Work Based Animal Care Level 3 or the Advanced Technical Certificate in Animal Management Level 3.

There are many ways to apply. You can pop in and have a look around and fill out an application form or you can call 01752 202264 or fill out our online application form at: achievementtraining.com/course-application-form

Apply to start this September

Uniform requirementsOnce you have been enrolled onto your Animal Care course, we will order every student an ATL sweater to wear whilst at college. So all you need to provide are comfortable trousers and flat shoes.

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What you will learn This qualification has been specifically designed to develop the knowledge and skills to prepare you for employment within an animal care setting. The programme covers a wide range of skills, including: maintain animal health and welfare, undertake practical animal feeding, maintain animal accommodation and understand the basic principles of animal biology.

Ideal if You wish to gain a qualification in animal care through the vocational study and have an interest in moving into employment in one of the following sectors; Kennels and Catteries, breeding, training, preservation or retail of animals and related care products. The structure of this qualification provides learners with the flexibility to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills depending upon their designated career pathway.

What to expect You will learn in our training centre within one of our fully equipped classrooms with access to our many onsite animals, including ferrets, hamsters, degus, geckos, stick insects and many more. For each unit your assessor observes and asks questions as you perform tasks to assess your practical animal handling skills. Your understanding of theory will be carried out within the classroom.

What next On completion of this qualification, you can progress onto a Level 3 Diploma in Animal Care. You could move into employment as an Animal Care Worker within a range of settings, including Kennels and Catteries, Pet shops, Zoos, Veterinary Practices, Welfare centres and Riding stables.

Entry requirementsYou will need to have achieved a Level 2 in a related subject or have two A Levels or grade 8/9 in English, Maths and a Science.

Diploma in Work-basedAnimal Care Level 3Learning Aim Reference – 500/6738/2

Attendance days 09:00 – 16:00 Tuesday and ThursdayTerm time only




Animal Care Field tripsEvery year we go on a number of trips throughout your course, including visiting places such as Dartmoor Zoological Park, The National Marine Aquarium as well as a number of local farms. Wider curriculum activities visitors come from organisations such as the RSPCA, Animal Shelters and Birds of Prey Specialists. These visits will inspire you to explore the many different types of job roles in the sector as well as supporting your study.

Work Placement and Hours Students are required to complete 150 hours at a good quality work experience placement, to enhance your knowledge and skills and to develop employability skills. This can be across a variety of different types of organisation such as an Animal Care Assistant in a Kennels or Cattery, a Pet Retail Assistant or in a Vet Surgery.

What it feels like to be a student Class group sizes are between 10 to 20 students, with a dedicated tutor. Support staff are on site such as pastoral care, finance and careers advice.

“I just completed a Level 2 Animal Care course and can’t recommend everyone enough! Tutors are amazing, the facilities are brilliant and the support system in place is outstanding! I can’t wait to start Level 3 next month”.

Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth, they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year, encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave, and move onto higher-level courses.

Salary and Career expectationsAs a qualified Animal Care Worker you can expect, on average, a starting salary of £13,500 and can go up to £22,000 when you have gained experience within your specific sector. Professional careers can exceed salaries of £50,000 or more. Students have opportunities to progress into employment or to move onto the advanced level qualifications, such as the Diploma in Work Based Animal Care Level 3 or the Advanced Technical Certificate in Animal Management Level 3. With the job opportunities in the area on the increase and the vast amount of people now owning pets this is a fast growing industry, you could work at an animal welfare centre, at a wildlife park or in kennels. Your working environment may be dirty, outdoors some of the time and physically demanding. ATL is the only provider in the Plymouth area the next nearest centre is approximately 20 miles away and an hour bus journey making access difficult for many, we are able to offer an easily accessible location for prospective learners.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have been enrolled onto your animal care course, we will order students an ATL sweater to wear whilst at college, so all you need to provide are comfortable trousers and flat shoes.




What you will learn This qualification has been specifically designed to develop the knowledge and skills to prepare you for employment within an animal care setting. The programme covers a wide range of skills, including: implement, monitor and evaluate plans for the health and welfare of animals, promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the workplace, plan the handling and restraint of Animals, plan, supervise and control the movement of animals and monitor and evaluate the accommodation of animals.

Ideal if You wish to gain a practical qualification in animal care through vocational study and have an interest in moving into employment in an animal care setting. The structure of this qualification provides learners with the flexibility to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills depending upon their designated career pathway.

What to expect You will learn in our training centre within one of our fully equipped classrooms with access to our many onsite animals, including ferrets, hamsters, degus, geckos, stick insects, rabbits and many more. For each unit your assessor observes and asks questions as you perform tasks to assess your practical, animal handling skills. Your understanding of theory will be carried out within the classroom.

What next On completion of this qualification you can progress into full time employment into one of the following sectors: animal care and welfare, zoos or wildlife establishments, pet care and Retail, animal welfare enforcement and animal training.

Entry requirementsEnglish, Maths and a Science at grade 4 or above

Diploma in Animal CareLevel 2Learning Aim Reference – 500/8356/9





Animal Care Field tripsEvery year we go on a number of trips throughout your course, including visiting places such as Dartmoor Zoological Park, The National Marine Aquarium as well as a number of local Farms. Wider curriculum activities visitors come from organisations such as the RSPCA, Animal Shelters and Birds of Prey Specialists. These visits will inspire you to explore the many different types of job roles in the sector as well as supporting your study.

Work Placement and Hours Students are required to complete 150 hours at a good quality work placement, to enhance their knowledge and skills across the variety of vocational roles such as animal care assistants, zoo keeper assistants, pet retail assistants and to develop employability skills.


“My tutor makes work easy to understand, makes helpful suggestions as well as a relaxed working environment. Everyone in the class is also really welcoming. I am enjoying my course at achievement training”. Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth, they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year, encouraging each other to achieve.

Salary and Career expectationsA qualified RSPCA Inspector can expect on average a starting salary of £19,250 and can go up to £30,000, when you have gained experience within your specific sector professional careers can exceed salaries of £50,000. Students have opportunities to progress through the levels and obtain employment within the sector or attend University to train at higher levels. You could study a course such as an Animal Management Foundation Degree at University. On completion, With experience, you could become a supervisor or manager or work self-employed. You could also use your experience to move into other Animal Care careers like veterinary nursing or find work in a zoo, wildlife park, welfare centre or kennels. ATL is the only provider in the Plymouth area with the nearest centre approximately 20 miles away and an hour bus journey making access difficult for many, we are able to offer an easily accessible location for prospective learners.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have been enrolled onto your animal care course, we will order every student an ATL sweater to wear whilst at college, so all you need to provide are comfortable trousers and flat shoes.




What you will learn This qualification has been specifically designed to develop the knowledge and skills to prepare you for employment within an Animal Care setting. The programme covers a wide range of skills, including; principles of Health and Safety, undertake and review work related experience in the industry, animal health and husbandry, animal feeding and nutrition, animal behaviour and communication, animal welfare and breeding and biological systems of Animals.

Ideal if You wish to gain a qualification in Animal Care through the vocational study and have an interest in moving into employment in one of the following sectors; kennels and catteries, breeding, training, preservation or retail of animals and related care products. The structure of this qualification provides learners with the flexibility to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills depending upon their designated career pathway.

What to expect You will learn in our training centre within one of our fully equipped classrooms with access to many onsite animals including ferrets, hamsters, degus, geckos, stick insects, rabbits, chinchillas and many more. You will be observed and asked questions as you perform tasks to assess your practical animal handling skills. Your understanding of the theory will be carried out within the classroom and online tests

What next In the second year we offer progression onto the Advanced Technical Diploma in Animal Care. You could move into employment as an Animal Care worker within a range of settings including Kennels and Catteries, Pet shops, Zoos, Veterinary practices, Welfare centres and Riding stables.

Entry requirementsYou will need to have achieved a Level 2 in a related subject or have two A Levels or Grade 8/9 in English, Maths and a Science.

Advanced Technical Certificate inAnimal Management Level 3Learning Aim Reference – 601/7518/7





Animal Care Field tripsEvery year we go on a number of trips throughout your course, including visiting places such as Dartmoor Zoological Park, The National Marine Aquarium as well as a number of local farms. Wider curriculum activity visitors come from organisations such as the RSPCA, Animal shelters and Birds of Prey specialists. These visits will inspire you to explore the many different types of job roles in the sector as well as supporting your study.

Work Placement and Hours Students are required to complete 150 hours of good quality work experience placement, to enhance their knowledge and skills across the variety of vocational roles such as Animal Care Assistants, Zoo Keeper Assistants, Pet Retail Assistants and to develop employability skills.


“My tutor makes work easy to understand, makes helpful suggestions as well as a relaxed working environment. Everyone in the class is also really welcoming. I am enjoying my course at achievement training”.

Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth, they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year, encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave and move onto higher-level courses.

Salary and Career expectationsThere are many opportunities to progress and obtain employment within the sector or apply to train at higher levels. You may wish to progress onto further learning within HE. You could study a course such as an Animal Management Foundation Degree at University. On completion with experience you could become a Supervisor, Manager or work self-employed. You could also use your experience to move into other animal care careers like Veterinary Nursing or find work in a zoo, wildlife park, welfare centre or kennels. Qualified Agricultural Inspectors earn on average a starting salary of £23,000 and can go up to £50,000, when you have gained experience within your specific sector professional careers can exceed salaries of £50,000. ATL is the only provider in the Plymouth area with the nearest centre approximately 20 miles away and an hour bus journey making access difficult for many, we are able to offer an easily accessible location for prospective learners.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have been enrolled onto your Animal Care course, we will order students an ATL sweater to wear whilst at College. So all you need to provide are comfortable trousers and flat shoes. .



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What you will learn This qualification has been specifically designed to develop the knowledge and skills to prepare you for employment as a beauty therapist. The programme covers a wide range of skills including: waxing treatments, hand and nail treatments, foot treatments, eyelash and eyebrow treatments, make-up application, basic massage treatments and facial treatments.

Ideal if You want to gain the skills to work effectively as a beautician specialising in; waxing treatments, hand and nail treatments, foot treatments, facial treatments, eyelash and eyebrow treatments, make-up application and basic massage treatments. The structure of this qualification provides learners with the flexibility to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills depending upon their designated career pathway.

What to expect You will learn in our training centre within a realistic working environment, by the end of your qualification you’ll be demonstrating your skills on paying clients. For each unit your assessor observes and asks questions as you perform tasks to assess your practical skills. Your understanding of theory will be tested by the completion of online tests. Professional Equipment: All products and equipment which are needed are provided in the working salons.

What next On completion of this qualification, you can progress onto a Level 3 qualification in either Beauty , L2 Hair dressing, L2 Nail Technology, L3 Reflexology or L3 Makeup. You could move into employment as a beautician in a range of settings, including a commercial salon, independent/self-employed mobile or home based setting, or beauty retail concessions. If you are looking for a rewarding and diverse career that can bring you not only creativity, glamour and excitement, but the real rewards of hard work and dedication, then this is the industry for you.

Diploma for Beauty ProfessionalsBeauty Therapist Level 2Learning Aim Reference – 60334599



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Wider Curriculum activitiesYou can expect to meet industry experts from Dermalogica.They will provide certified specialised training for you. Completion of this allows you access to the Dermalogica partnership training centre in Exeter. Work Placements are part of the programme, all assessments take place in our salons. Students practise on each other to start with before moving onto real clients.

Work placementsWork placements are part of the programme, you will spend some time in a salon, seeing how the salon works, what each job role there is responsible for. In time they may allow you to shampoo clients, wash off colours and gown up ready for the stylist. You will assist the senior stylists in the running of the salon.All your assessments take place in our salons in the centre. Students practice on each other to start with before moving onto real clients.

What it feels like to be a student Class group sizes are between 10 to 20 students, with a dedicated tutor. Support staff are on site , such as pastoral care, finance and careers advice.

“I received great support and encouragement and given other opportunities to advance. Very pleased and satisfied with this course”.

“Brilliant course, everything is explained in detail each lesson. Teacher has all the time in the world to help you”.

Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth, they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year encouraging each other to achieve, most of students never want to leave and stay on to do the full range of beauty courses.

Salary and Career expectationsBeautician/ Beauty Therapist if employed earn on average £8.00 per hour. Self employment within a salon is usually 60/40 split but can be negotiable. The opportunity to rent a work-station or treatment room is often an option along with working from home, both of these options allow the employee s to set their own wage. Nationally there has been a big increase in the number of people who work in the sector, especially in beauty, where the number of workers increased by over 30,000 from 84,000 in 2015 to 115,000 in 2016, reflecting the continuing popularity of beauty as a start-up business. Continuing the growing trend towards self-employment, 2017 saw an upsurge in the number of people classified as self-employed.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have enrolled we will order beautiful tunics for you to wear each day, you will need to provide black trousers and black shoes, you really will look like a junior beauty professional.



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What you will learn This qualification covers a wide range of topics that cover the skills and knowledge required to work within the beauty industry. You will study the following units: body massage treatments, Indian head massage, carry out massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils and Stone therapy treatments. Also body and facial electrical treatments and self-tanning services.

Ideal if You want to gain the skills to work effectively as a beauty therapist, specialising in massage treatments and advanced facials. The structure of this qualification provides learners with the flexibility to develop their own knowledge, understanding and skills depending upon their designated pathway.

What to expect You will learn in our training centre within a realistic working environment, by the end of your qualification you’ll be demonstrating your skills on paying clients. For each unit, your assessor observes and asks questions as you perform tasks to assess your practical skills. Your understanding of the theory will be tested by the completion of online tests.

What next On completion of this qualification, you can progress onto higher level qualifications in the Beauty sector or progress into employment within the Industry. You could move into employment as a senior beauty therapist in a range of settings, including a commercial salon, commercial spa, independent/self-employed mobile or home-based setting, or beauty retail concessions. If you are looking for a rewarding and diverse career that can bring you not only creativity, glamour and excitement, but real rewards of hard work and dedication, then this is the industry for you.

Diploma in Beauty TherapyMassage Level 3Learning Aim Reference – 500/8783/6





Wider Curriculum activitiesYou can expect to meet industry experts from Dermalogica. They will provide certified specialised training for you. Completion of this will give you access to the Dermalogica partnership programme training centre in Exeter.

Work placementsWork placements are part of the programme; as you develop your skills you can practise them on real clients. All assessments take place in our salons. Students practice on each other to start with before moving on to real clients.


“I like my group in College. This course has helped me to move forward from where I was and my Tutor is the best!”

Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth, they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year, encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave and stay on to complete a full range of Beauty courses and gain further qualifications.

Salary and Career expectations£8.00 per hour. Self-employment within a salon is usually 60/40 split but can be negotiated. The opportunity to rent a work-station in a treatment room is often an option along with working from home, both of these options allow the employee to set their own wage. Nationally there has been a big increase in the number of people who work in the sector, especially in Beauty, where the number of workers increased by over 30,000 from 84,000 in 2015 to 115,000 in2016, reflecting the continuing popularity of beauty as a start-up business. Continuing the growing trend towards self-employment, 2017 saw an upsurge in the number of people classified as self-employed.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have enrolled onto your beauty course we will order beautiful tunics for you to wear eachday that you attend college, you will be asked to provide your own black trousers and black shoes,you really will look like beauty professionals.




What you will learn This qualification will give you the skills, knowledge and a range of technical skills required to work effectively as a Reflexologist. You can use Reflexology techniques for relaxation and to promote self-healing for your clients. You will cover a range of topics, including, reflexology for complementary therapies, principles, practice and knowledge of anatomy and physiology, business practice for complementary therapies and healthy eating and well-being for clients.

Ideal if This qualification is carried out in a real salon environment and provides you with the opportunity to learn Reflexology skills whilst working on real clients. It is important for you to have the opportunity to learn in a real working environment to support you to gain future paid employment. The units in this qualification cover all the skills and knowledge required for this role. There are no specific entry requirements onto this qualification; however previous attainment of aLevel 2 or 3 qualifications in Beauty Therapy, Nail Technology or Hairdressing may be beneficial.

What to expect You will learn in our training centre within a realistic working environment. Once you have learnt the practical techniques you’ll be demonstrating your skills on real clients. For your practical unit your assessor observes and asks you questions as you perform tasks to assess your practical skills. Throughout the qualification you will develop knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomyand physiology, health and safety, and client care. You will also develop interpersonal skills that will assist you to communicate effectively with clients.

What next This qualification will confirm your competence for employment as a reflexologist. You will also be eligible to join a Professional Association and gain insurance as a Reflexologist. Career opportunities as a Reflexologist exist in a variety of contexts, including in the complimentary therapy sector, the podiatry sector, the beauty sector or in the NHS.

Diploma in ReflexologyLevel 3Learning Aim Reference – 600/4840/2

Attendance days 09:00 – 16:00 MondayTerm time only




Wider Curriculum activitiesYou need to complete some case studies as part of this qualification at home independently and bring the evidence / into centre.

Work placementsWork placements are part of the programme; you will spend time in a salon assisting the staff. As you are offering reflexology this could become your unique selling point (USP) and start to offer treatments in the salon as your training goes on which will be part of your case study work. All summative assessments take place in our salons. Students practice on each other to start with before moving onto real clients.


“I received great support and encouragement and am given advice on other opportunities to advance my skills, very pleased and satisfied with this course”.

Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth, they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year, encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave and stay on to complete a full range of beauty courses and gain further qualifications.

Salary and Career expectationsYou could go on to train and qualify in other areas of complementary therapy, like aromatherapy, massage therapy or Reiki healing. This can help you to attract more clients. With experience and further training, you could become a Reflexology teacher. You could also coach or mentor newly qualified Reflexologists. Salaries are varied as many people choose flexible working from home, whilst others have full time Therapist roles within a variety of establishments. You could work in the NHS, in a salon, at a health spa, on a cruise ship, from home or at a client’s home.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have enrolled on your Reflexology course, we will order a beautiful tunic for you to weareach day that you are in centre. You will be expected to provide your own black trousers and black shoes; you really will look like a Professional Therapist.




What you will learn This qualification is perfect for you if you have a creative flair for style and want to learn and develop your skills in the Hair and Beauty industry. This course covers a wide range of skills including: follow health and safety in the salon, client consultation for hair services, shampoo and condition the hair and scalp, promote products and services to clients, cut women’s and men’s hair, colour and lighten hair, the art of dressing hair, create an image based on a theme within the Hair and Beauty sector.

Ideal if You want to develop your skills, and work towards gaining Professional Certification in the hair sector. This course will provide you with the skills needed to become a Professional Hairdresser. Youwill learn a wide range of treatments on paying clients as well as learning the principles of operating a salon.

What to expect You will learn in our training centre within a realistic working environment. At the end of your qualification you’ll be demonstrating your skills on real clients. For each unit your assessor will observe and ask questions as you perform tasks to assess your practical skills. Your understanding of theory will be tested by the completion of online tests. Professional equipment: You are provided a fully equipped workstation in the training salon for you to work and train with just as you would work in a salon. You will be given a doll head and a set ofscissors and thinning scissors when you begin to cut hair. It is advisable to purchase your own set of professional equipment to assist your progress on the course and to equip you ready for employment. All equipment available to order from Beauty Central, Achievement Training.

What next This qualification can prepare you to work in a salon and help you to progress onto the Level 3 advanced course, or apply for an Apprenticeship, working towards a senior role.

Diploma in Women's & Men'sHairdressing Level 2Learning Aim Reference – 600/5151/6

Attendance days 09:00 – 16:00 Monday and WenesdayTerm time only




Wider Curriculum activitiesYou can expect to meet industry experts from Kuene, Scissor Warehouse and Affinage. They will provide certified specialised training for you.

Work placementsWork placements are part of the programme, you will spend some time in a salon, seeing how the salon works, what each job role is responsible for. In time they may allow you to shampoo clients, wash off colours and gown up clients, ready for the stylist. You will assist the Senior Stylists in the running of the salon. All your assessments take place in our salons in the centre. Students practice on each other to start with before moving onto real clients.


“Already completed Level 1 creative Hair and Beauty I am now halfway through Level 2 Women’s and Men’s Hairdressing and I absolutely love it! My tutor goes above and beyond to help you! Always very welcoming. I will be continuing my education here and going on to do my Level 3 Hair. I would highly recommend this College”. Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth, they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year, encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave and stay on to complete a full range of Beauty courses and gain further qualifications.

Salary and Career expectationsAs a fully qualified Hairdresser, you can expect, on average, a starting salary of £14,000 and can go up to £30,000, when you have gained experience within the hairdressing industry. Nationally there has been a big increase in the number of people who work in the sector, especially in Beauty, where the number of workers increased by over 30,000 from 84,000 in 2015 to 115,000 in2016, reflecting the continuing popularity of beauty as a start-up business. Continuing the growing trend towards self-employment, 2017 saw an upsurge in the number of people classified as self-employed. This was especially noticeable in hairdressing and barbering where the proportion of self-employed rose from 48% in 2016 to 57% in 2017. More than half of all workers are now self-employed.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have enrolled onto your Hairdressing course, we will order a beautiful tunic for you to wear each day that you are in centre. You will be expected to provide your own black trousers and black shoes; you really will look like a Junior Stylist.




What you will learn This qualification will provide you with the skills needed to qualify as a Professional Hairdresser. You will be able to offer a wide range of treatments to clients and have a clear understanding of how your performance is directly related to the success of the business and your own salary. You will work towards the following units: creatively style and dress hair, hair colour correction services, creative hair design skills, hairdressing consultation services, cut hair using a combination of techniques and creatively colour and lighten hair.

Ideal if You’ve worked in hairdressing or barbering for some time and want to develop your skills. You might want a broad qualification or to learn a particular technique, as well as developing your skills, and working towards gaining professional certification in the industry. You will learn a wide range of treatments on paying clients as well as learning the principles of operating a salon. The structure of this qualification provides learners with the flexibility to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills depending upon their designated career pathway.

What to expect You will learn in our training centre within a realistic work environment. Students practice with each other to start with and by the end of your qualification, you’ll be demonstrating your skills on paying clients. For each unit your assessor observes and asks questions as you perform tasks, to assess your practical skills. All your assessments take place in our salons and your understanding of theory will be tested by the completion of online tests. Your course is an End Point Assessment process with your tutor and a moderator.

What next Once you have completed this course and become a qualified Hairdresser, you will be able to work in various types of businesses or move onto Higher Education training in courses such as Salon Management.

Advanced Technical Diploma In Hairdressing Level 3Learning Aim Reference – 601/7348/8





Wider Curriculum activitiesYou can expect to meet industry experts from Kuene, Scissor Warehouse and Affinage; they will provide you with certified specialised training.

Work placementsWork placements are part of the Advanced Technical Programme. You need to complete a minimum of 30 hours in a salon, however, our learners continue to attend their work placements and 95% of last year’s learners were offered a job in the salon before they completed their qualification.


“I did my Level 2 Hairdressing with Beauty Central and I’m currently doing Level 3 Hair and a Nail course and it really is the best place to learn, the tutors are excellent and actually care about your education”.


Salary and Career expectationsAs a fully qualified hairdresser you can expect on average a starting salary of £14,000 and can go up to £30,000 once you have gained experience within the hairdressing industry. Work opportunities are global and varied. For example you could be working in a commercial salon or as an Independent/ self-employed mobile hairdresser, you could also work on cruise ships or in 4* and 5* hotel and spa facilities. Nationally there has been a big increase in the number of people who work in the sector, especially in Beauty, where the number of workers increased by over 30,000 from 84,000 in 2015 to 115,000 in 2016, reflecting the continuing popularity of beauty as a start-up business. Continuing the growing trend towards self-employment, 2017 saw an upsurge in the number of people classified as self- employed. This was especially noticeable in Hairdressing and Barbering where the proportion of self- employed rose from 48% in 2016 to 57% in 2017. More than half of all workers are now self-employed.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have enrolled on your Hairdressing course, we will order a beautiful tunic for you to wear each day that you are in College. You will need to provide your own black trousers and black shoes; you really will look like a Qualified Stylist.




What you will learn This qualification covers a wide range of skills to prepare you for a career as a Nail Technician. The topics covered include: application of nail enhancements using liquid and powder, UV gel nail enhancements, use of e-file, colour gel application and advanced nail art techniques.

Ideal if You want to become an advanced Nail Technician or up-skill from Level 2 to Level 3. This course will provide you with the set of skills needed to be a Professional Nail Technician. The Level 3 qualification builds on existing knowledge and understanding of nail services gained at Level 2, enabling learners to expand the scope of their technical skills for employment as a Nail Technician.

What to expect You will learn at our training centre within a realistic working environment. By the end of your qualification, you’ll be demonstrating your skills on paying clients. All learners will cover the mandatory core units which will allow you to experience the different skills required to work within the Nail industry. The content of this qualification consists of all the required elements to work effectively as a Nail Technician including health and safety, client care and communication, applying and maintaining nail enhancements using either UV gel or liquid and powder and how to promote products, services and teamwork skills. You will need to complete employer engagement and work experience during the qualification. Your understanding of theory will be tested by the completion of an end trade test and written exam.

What next This qualification can help you to move into employment or self-employment as a Nail Technician or develop you to become a senior member of staff. It also acts as a route into qualifications such as: Level 4 Diploma in Management Practice. You could also train in the Hair and Beauty sector to allow you to offer your clients more treatments and gain higher economic well-being.

Diploma in Nail Technology StudiesLevel 3Learning Aim Reference – 600/8908/8

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Wider Curriculum activitiesOnline links to Master classes and online training programmes are also supplied depending on availability to enhance your learning experience.

Work placementsWork placements are part of the programme; this will be in a salon to help you see how the day to day running of a salon is structured. All assessments take place in our Nail Bar. Students practice on each other to start with before moving on to real clients.


“Brilliant course, everything is explained in detail each lesson. Teacher has all the time in the world to help you”.


Salary and Career expectationsYou could earn up to £25,000 a year as a qualified Nail Technician. With experience you could manage a salon or start your own business. You could work with photographers, fashion designers or TV companies, preparing nails for photo shoots or fashion shows. You could work in a salon at a health spa or from home. Nationally there has been a big increase in the number of people who work in the sector, especially in Beauty, where the number of workers increased by over 30,000 from 84,000 in 2015 to 115,000 in 2016, reflecting the continuing popularity of beauty as a start-upbusiness. Continuing the growing trend towards self-employment, 2017 saw an upsurge in the number of people classified as self-employed.

Entry requirementsYou must have completed the 8 week Level 2 Nail Technology course. You cando this alongside Level 3 Nails in September 2020.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have enrolled onto your course we will order beautiful tunics for you to wear each day that you attend college. You will be asked to provide your own black trousers and black shoes; you really will look like a Nail Technician Professional.




What you will learn This qualification allows learners to develop the skills required to solve problems, communicate and work effectively with others. It gives them an opportunity to learn how to manage and improve their own performance in a business environment. This qualification has many different units including: deliver customer service in a business environment, produce documents in a business environment, solve problems in a business environment, work with others in a business environment, communicate in a business environment, contribute to running a project, innovation in a business environment, manage and improve own performance in a business environment and respond to change in a business environment.

Ideal if This qualification is ideal for learners who want to develop an understanding of the essential skills required to work successfully in a business environment, and gives them an understanding of business culture and responsibilities.

What to expect You will attend our training centre for two days a week where you will have the opportunity to network with other learners, share practice and access different resources to support your learning including laptops, desktops, tablets and textbooks. Your tutor will support you throughout the course and you will be provided with a detailed course programme. While completing this qualification learners may develop the knowledge, understanding and essential skills employers look for in employees. These range from the familiar ‘key skills’ such as team working, independent working, independent learning and problem solving, to more tricky measure skills such as: an appreciation for appropriate behaviour and dress, appropriate interpersonal skills, communicating with professional colleagues/peers and/or hierarchical seniors, supporting other aspiring employees, and understanding work practices and how different roles and departments function within an organisation.

Diploma in Skills for BusinessLevel 2Learning Aim Reference – 601/2624/3



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What next This qualification aims to provide learners with a number of progression options. You can progress onto an apprenticeship, higher level qualifications at Level 3; this could be Media Studies, IT Level 3 or the Diploma in Business Studies Level 3.

Wider Curriculum activitiesThis year we all went to Plymouth City Council and had a tour around Ballard House which included a session with Rachael Williams the Apprenticeship Coordinator and her Junior Assistant Chloe Lintern who spoke to us about the opportunities for apprenticeships within the Council, Chloe was nominated for the Plymouth Radio - Apprentice of the Year 2020. Jake Furze from Vospers of Plymouth, came into the centre and spoke to the group about progressing into a career in the Business sector, talking about the huge variety of different roles and the range of salaries we can expect as well as roles within Vospers including typical work duties. Vospers recruit apprentices’ and we were able to find out how and when to apply.

Work placementsAll learners are encouraged to complete a number of hours at a good quality work placement, to enhance their knowledge and skills in the business industry. The tutor will support you to find a placement as we have very good established links with lots of local businesses.

What it feels like to be a student Class group sizes are between 10 to 20 students with a dedicated tutor. Support staff are on site such as pastoral care, finance and careers advice. “All of the staff are friendly and help you through all of your work to make sure you can get completed before the deadlines set and they also help to make sure that you gain a qualification that you are studying in. I would highly recommend Achievement Training to friends and family”. Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth; they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave, and move onto higher level courses.

Salary and Career expectationsAs a qualified Business Advisor, you can expect, on average, a starting salary of £20,000 and can go up to £35,000, when you have gained experience within your chosen sector. You could train or find employment as a Recruitment Consultant, work within an organisation as a Business Analyst , a Project Manager, Travel Agent or Business Manager.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have enrolled onto the business course, we will order each student a polo shirt to be worn whilst at college, if you could wear trousers or a skirt suitable for an office environment, you will really start to become a young business professional.



2020 CatalogueBusiness Support Services

What you will learn This qualification allows learners to develop the skills required to solve problems, communicate and work effectively with others, and gives them the opportunity to learn how to manage and improve their own performance in a business environment. This qualification aims to provide learners with: an understanding of the essential skills required to work successfully in a business environment, skills required to solve problems in a business environment, an understanding of business culture and responsibilities, ability to successfully communicate and work with others in a business environment and opportunity to develop the skills required to manage and improve their own performance in a business environment.

Ideal if This qualification is ideal for learners who want to develop an understanding of the essential skills required to work successfully in a business environment, and gives them an understanding of business culture and responsibilities. There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification; however learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 2 qualification.

What to expect You will attend our training centre for two days a week plus one day a week at a relevant work placement. At the centre you will have the opportunity to network with other learners, share practice and access different resources to support your learning including laptops, desktops, tablets and textbooks. Your tutor will support you throughout the course and you will be provided with a detailed course programme. While completing this qualification, learners may develop the knowledge, understanding and essential skills employers look for in employees. These range from familiar ‘key skills’ such as team working, independent working, independent learning and problem solving, to more tricky measure skills such as: an appreciation for appropriate behaviour and dress, appropriate interpersonal skills, communicating with professional colleagues/peers and/or hierarchical seniors, supporting other aspiring employees, and understanding work practices and how different roles and departments function within an organisation.

Diploma in Skills for BusinessLevel 3Learning Aim Reference – 601/2640/1



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What next This qualification aims to provide learners with a number of progression options. You can progress onto an advanced apprenticeship, or higher level studies at University or FE Colleges.

Wider Curriculum activitiesThis year we all went to Plymouth City Council and had a tour around Ballard House which included a session with the Apprenticeship Coordinator, who spoke to us about the opportunities for apprenticeships within the Council. An employee from Vospers of Plymouth, came into the centre and spoke to the group about progressing into a career in the Business sector, talking about the huge variety of different roles and the range of salaries we can expect as well as roles within Vospers including typical work duties. Vospers recruit apprentices’ and we were able to find out how and when to apply.

Work placementsAll learners are encouraged to complete a number of hours at a good quality work placement, to enhance their knowledge and skills in the Business industry. The Business Services Department have very good established links with lots of local businesses and will be able to support you to find a great placement.


“Achievement Training has helped me to develop the skills that I will need for the future and the staff and friendly environment has also improved my confidence”. Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth; they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave and move onto higher-level courses.

Salary and Career expectationsProgression opportunities include either further study or direct job opportunities in Social Media for Business, Marketing, Social Media, Business Management, IT Professional, Procurement, Media or public relations roles. At present there are 509 annual business support related jobs available within the local labour market (this being above the current national average for demand). There are 34 personal assistant annual openings in Plymouth and 48 receptionist annual openings. Salaries can range from a starting wage of £15,000 to £70,000 for higher level roles.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have enrolled onto your business course, we will order each student a polo shirt to be worn while at college, if you could wear trousers or a skirt suitable for an office environment, you will really start to become a young business professional.



2020 CatalogueBusiness Support Services

What you will learn (T1/2) This course covers a range of knowledge, understanding and skills needed to care for and educate children aged between 0 and 11 years old, designed to support progress onto a number of sectors, including the early years educator, the supporting teaching and learning, and the children and young people. It also contains significant transferable knowledge for the health and social care sector.

(T3) Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges; You will gain knowledge and skills required for working directly with children or young people in a range of schools including primary, secondary and special needs, supporting the teaching and learning of pupils who are aged 5 years or older.

Ideal if You are interested in starting a career in Childcare and want to work in a sector with multiply ranges of employment opportunities locally as well as internationally. You want a good solid foundation for starting a career supporting teaching and learning in a school. It will help you to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to work in this sector. This course is aimed at people who have little to no experience of working in a classroom environment.

What to expect Your tutor will support you throughout the course. You will be provided with a detailed course programme and will receive a login to an on-line portfolio. At the centre you will have the opportunity to network with other learners and to share practice and access to different resources to support your learning including laptops, desktops, tablets and textbooks.

What next This qualification allows progression onto Level 3 Early Years Educator qualifications and other Level 3 qualifications relating to Childcare, Health and Social Care or Supporting Teaching and Learning.It is designed as an entry to employment at level 2 and will support progression into a range of job roles in the statutory, voluntary or private sectors.

Technical Certificate in Working with Children in Early Years and Primary Settings Level 2Learning Aim Reference – 603/329/X (T1/T2) Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges Level 2 NCFE CACHE – 603/2478/8 (T3)



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Wider Curriculum activitiesIndustry visits take place throughout the year, professionals from the NHS, nurseries and schools come in to talk about careers in these types of organisations. The department supports a number of local and national charities by getting involved with fundraising activities throughout the year, creating lots of opportunities for team building and personal development skills.

Work PlacementsAll learners are required to complete 200 hours at a good quality work placement to enhance their knowledge and skills in the childcare sector. Lots of help is at hand to help finding a placement convenient for you.


“I have really enjoyed learning at ATL. I would definitely be interested in doing further courses here. The staff are all really warm and supportive. I have really felt at ease here”.

“My tutor has been incredibly helpful and supportive. Also, the Managers need thanks for giving me the opportunity to study and work at ATL and for all their ongoing help and support”.

Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth; they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave and move onto higher level courses.

Salary and Career expectationsMany people start as a nursery worker before working as a qualified nursery worker, you can expect on average, a starting salary of £14,000 and can go up to £34,000, depending on your experience and which part of the sector you work in. With experience and further training, you can apply for supervisor jobs then move into nursery management. You’ll usually need at least 2 years’ work experience with children in a nursery to apply to become a manager. A qualified teaching assistant earns on average a starting salary of £11,500 and can go up to £23,000 depending on their experience and which part of the sector they work in. All schools recruit support staff to complement the work done by the qualified teaching staff. You could become a trainer or training assessor for people studying for childcare qualifications. You could also move into nursery inspection. Taking a higher education qualification in early years or child development could help you move into teaching, children’s nursing or social work.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have enrolled onto your childcare course, we will order each student a polo shirt to be worn whilst at the centre, you need to supply smart black trousers and footwear appropriate for a full day of work, we want you starting looking like a childcare professional as well as learning the skills of a childcare worker.



2020 CatalogueChildcare & Education

What you will learn The Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce is aimed at those who have progressed from a Level 2 qualification in a similar subject. It will prepare you to become an Early Year’s Educator and enable you to work with children from birth up to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5-7 years. You will need a childcare placement with age groups birth to 5 years.

Ideal if You have already achieved a level 2 qualification in a related subject or have extensive work place experience. A work placement is required for a minimum of 2 days per week.

What to expect Your tutor will support you throughout the course. You will be provided with a detailed course programme and will receive a login to an on-line portfolio account which can be accessed from any Wifi point. At the centre you will have the opportunity to network with other learners and to share practice and access to different resources to support your learning including laptops, desktops, tablets and textbooks.

What next Upon achieving this qualification it is intended that learners will be able to enter employment as Early Years Educators. To gain your license as an Early Years Educator practitioner you must have relevant GCSE grades in English and Mathematics. These qualifications can help you progress in a wide range of Childcare roles including: Practitioner in Nursery School, Assistant in Childcare Centre or Practitioner in a Foundation unit/class in a Primary School or Pre-School Practitioner.

Diploma in Early Years WorkforceLevel 3Learning Aim Reference – 601/2629/2






Work placementsAll learners are required to complete 200 hours at a good quality work placement to enhance their knowledge and skills in the Childcare sector.


“I have really enjoyed learning at ATL. I would definitely be interested in doing further courses here. The staff are all really warm and supportive. I have really felt at ease here”.

Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth; they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave and move onto higher level courses.

Salary and Career expectationsMany people start as a Nursery Worker before working as a qualified nursery worker, you can expect on average, a starting salary of £14,000 and can go up to £34,000, depending on your experience and which part of the sector you work in. With experience and further training, you can apply for supervisor jobs then move into nursery management. You’ll usually need at least 2 years’ work experience with children in a Nursery to apply to become a Manager. You could become a Trainer or Training Assessor for people studying for Childcare qualifications. You could also move into Nursery inspection. Taking a higher education qualification in Early Years or Child Development could help you move into teaching, Children’s nursing or Social work.







What you will learn You will acquire an in-depth understanding of the knowledge and skills needed when working directly with children and young people in school and college environments. You will study a range of themes including, safeguarding and welfare, communication, professional relationships and Child and young person development.

Ideal if This qualification is ideal if you are looking to gain employment as a Specialist Support Assistant within a Primary or Secondary School or College. You’ll also need to show that you can work well with children, teachers and parents. A qualification in nursery work, childcare, playwork or youth work will give you an advantage.

What to expect This qualification consists of practical learning and classroom based theory. You will be provided with a detailed course programme and your tutor will support you throughout the year, additional support and one to one tutoring will be provided if needed. You will receive a login to an on-line portfolio account. In the centre you will have the opportunity to network with other learners and to share practice and access to different resources to support your learning including laptops, desktops, tablets and textbooks.

What next On completion of this qualification you can progress onto higher level qualification or move into employment. This qualification will enable you to progress in a wide range of work roles including: Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Special Needs Assistant.

Diploma for Supporting Teaching& Learning Level 3Learning Aim Reference – 603/2496/X






Work placementsAll learners are required to complete 350 hours at a good quality work placement, to enhance their knowledge and skills in the childcare sector. The childcare and education department has very good established links with lots of local businesses and will be able to support you to find a great placement. You could get experience by volunteering in a local school or community organisation, this can sometimes lead to paid work.


“In the last 6 weeks I have started a new job in a School, because of this course and working towards this qualification”.

Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth; they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave and move onto higher-level courses.

Salary and Career expectationsAs a qualified Teaching Assistant you can expect on average a starting salary of £11,500 and can go up to £23,000 depending on your experience and which part of the sector you work in. All schools recruit support staff to complement the work done by the qualified teaching staff. Many teaching assistants specialise in the kind of extra help they give, for example languages, behavioural, pastoral or special needs support.







What you will learn This qualification comprises two mandatory units and a wide range of optional units selected to meet national occupational standards including: software development, networking, hardware, games development, web development, data analysis, software design and project management.

Ideal if This course is ideal for those looking to progress in their career or to learn new ICT skills. It is also appropriate for those looking to enter higher education. There are no specific prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they have already achieved a related Level 2 qualification in ICT.

What to expect You will attend our training centre for two days a week where you will have the opportunity to network with other learners, share practice and access different resources to support your learning including laptops, desktops, tablets and textbooks. Your tutor will support you throughout the course and you will be provided with a detailed course programme. While completing this qualification, learners may develop the knowledge, understanding and essential skills employers are looking for in employees. There range from familiar ‘key skills’ such as team working, independent working, independent learning and problem solving, to more tricky measure skills such as: an appreciation for appropriate behaviour and dress, appropriate interpersonal skills, communication with professional colleagues/peers and/or hierarchal seniors, supporting other aspiring employees, and understanding work practices and how different roles and departments function within an organisation.

What next This qualification aims to provide learners with a number of progression options. You can progress onto an advanced apprenticeship, higher level studies at University or FE Colleges. Alternatively, you can move into employment into many different roles, including: Database Administrator, IT Technical Sales Specialist, Multimedia Designer and Software Developer/Programmer.

Diploma in ICT ProfessionalCompetence Level 3Learning Aim Reference – 501/1788/9



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Wider Curriculum activitiesThis year we all went to Plymouth City Council and had a tour around Ballard House which included a session with Rachael Williams, the Apprenticeship Coordinator and her Junior Assistant Chloe Lintern, who spoke to us about the opportunities for apprenticeships within the Council, Chloe was nominated for the Plymouth Radio - Apprentice of the Year 2020. Jake Furze from Vospers of Plymouth, came into the centre and spoke to the group about progressing into a career in the business and IT sector, talking about the huge variety of different roles and the range of salaries we can expect as well as roles within Vospers including typical work duties. Vospers recruit apprentices’ and we were able to find out how and when to apply.

Work placementsAll learners are encouraged to complete a number of hours at a good quality work placement, to enhance their knowledge and skills in the business industry. The Business Services Department have very good established links with lots of local businesses and will be able to support you to find a great placement.


“Brilliant place to go after you finish your GCSEs. All the teachers are amazing and you also get to meet a lot of people that share the same interests as you. They also helped me get an Apprenticeship after my first year so now I get paid to learn something that I enjoy doing”.

Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth; they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave, and move onto higher-level courses.

Salary and Career expectationsAs a qualified IT technician, you can expect on average a starting salary of £22,000 and can go up to £70,000, depending on your experience and which part of the sector you work in. Jobs are varied and include roles such as Network Engineer, Network Technician, Systems Engineer, Network Administrator, Infrastructure Technician, Help Desk Technician, first or second line support. In Plymouth there are a high number of businesses who recruit newly skilled Technicians annually.



Uniform requirementsOnce you have enrolled onto your IT course, we will order each student a polo shirt to be worn while at college.



2020 CatalogueIT Professional Competence

What you will learn You want to develop self-confidence, skills for independence, social skills, employability skills and develop functional skills in maths ICT and English.

Ideal if You want to develop self-confidence, skills for independence, social skills, employability skills and develop functional skills in maths ICT and English.

What to expect A caring and supportive environment, with small class sizes supported by a high ratio of specialist staff. The aim of this programme is to help develop young people’s skills after they finish year 11 in school. Our focus is to prepare students for further study and employment as well as to develop personal self management, building self-confidence and promoting independence. We will assess each student individually and will create a bespoke programme, our experience of delivering this course enables the course tutor to be flexible and creative considering the well being of each student.

Employability Skills at Entry 2, Entry 3 and Level 1 Students will work towards a level which is most appropriate for them, we aim to stretch and challenge our students to get the best from them over the year.Employability Skills will help to develop personal and work-related skills which will enable students to progress into further learning or supported employment as well as enhancing independent living skills. Throughout the course we steadily develop students’ knowledge, understanding and awareness of the need to operate safely in the work environment. We provide opportunities for experiential learning and provide a basic understanding of industrial practice through performing routine tasks.

Foundation LearningEntry LevelFoundation Learning is specifically aimed at young people with mild ormoderate learning difficulties and or disabilities



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There are 3 optional pathways to choose from:

Animal Care Practical small animal care skills Level 1

Ideal if you have an interest in animal care as an area of employment and want to develop practical skills in this area. For learners interested in working in animal care, this qualification provides a practical introduction. Learners will gain work-related skills in the area of farm animal care, gain insight into core activities within the sector, and prepare for further training. Learners will complete this qualification with a good understanding of, how to assist with the care of animals, including relevant animal welfare legislation, minimising stress and injury to the animals, and keeping people and animals safe whilst working. The principles of animal care, including monitoring the health of animals, providing feed and water, and workplace health and safety requirements.

Child CareCaring for a children Entry 3 and Level 1

Ideal if you wish to develop the basic skills needed to care for a baby or young child. This qualification gives you skills in the following areas: setting a routine, healthy lifestyles and the importance of play and learning. Introduction to Health and Social Care Level 1 is ideal if you’re hoping for a career in health and social care or children settings and are new to this subject. This course covers the basic knowledge you’ll need and can build upon to give you a really good foundation to build upon. This qualification can help you get started in a wide range of health and social care roles.

ICT Level 1 Ideal if you require a basic level of skills and knowledge that could lead to further education in IT or related areas and can provide the confidence to work effectively with ICT and deal with tasks that are straightforward or routine. This qualification will give you some basic IT and computer skills required to progress onto higher IT courses. You will have the opportunity to learn: basic Word processing, basic Presentations and basic Spreadsheets.



Vocational subjects Students are able to choose one subject that they would like to study as well as working towards Employability skills, if they are interested in more than one we are able to plan this into their programme.



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Wider Curriculum activitiesWider curriculum activities take place including independent living skills, cooking, shopping and using public transport. Learners are encouraged and supported to complete a number of hours at a good quality work placement, to enhance their knowledge, skills and experience. We have a wide range of local businesses and organiastion’s who support our students.

What it feels like to be a student Class group sizes are between 10 to 20 students, with a dedicated tutor. Class group sizes average 10 students, with a dedicated tutor and additional support, the staff to student ratio is very high. Additional support staff are on site such as pastoral care, finance and careers advice.

“My daughter has become more confident and is learning new social skills, she has made some friends and is beginning to manage her emotions”.

“Thank you for all your support with our son, he has regained his focus and is really excited for his future. I’m living with a different person!”

“The staff help you achieve skills in every lesson and make you feel wanted... best place ever”.

“The help and support of the staff really helps you to achieve” I really enjoyed my course, I was nervous when I started, but I made loads of friends and stayed on for the second year. Love it here!”

Students come from a variety of schools across Plymouth, they all help each other out and develop a really good bond over the year encouraging each other to achieve. Most students never want to leave, and move onto higher level courses.

We want you to feel at home - and look forward to meeting you soon.

Foundation LearningEntry Level (Continued)Foundation Learning is specifically aimed at young people withmild or moderate learning difficulties and or disabilities

Uniform requirementsOnce you have enrolled onto your course, we will order each student a sweater to be worn while inthe centre.

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How to find usATL Is located right in the centre of Plymouth, Britains Ocean City,and is easily accessible to everyone

Getting Here:

We are served by a main First Great Western rail link, many frequent buses, and furnished with plenty of car parks.

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Public Transport:Most buses come in via the city centre, to find the correct bus that works for you please visit Plymouth City Bus you will need to get off anywhere on Royal Parade and just walk up to St Andrews Cross roundabout. National Express and Megabus coaches travel to Plymouth coach station from many areas of the UK. ATL is less than five minutes from the Brettonside coach station.

By Car:If you are travelling via car, enter the postcode PL1 2AD into your SatNav. This will take you to a public car park near to ATL. We are located on the other side of Royal Parade just on the roundabout next to H.Samuel. Should this car park be full there is ample parking in Drake Circus Shopping Centre, this is located on St Andrew St, Plymouth PL1 1EA, if you park there and walk through the shopping centre and head towards Old Town Street we will be on your right just on St Andrews Cross roundabout.


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