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S T O K E O N T R E N T C O L L E G E

ADULTLEARNINGGUIDE

2018:19

Welcome

Contents2 Welcome

3 Stoke on Trent College – The Facts!

4 How to enrol

5 You could study for FREE!

6 Distance Learning Courses

7 Full-Time Courses

8 Business Services from Stoke on Trent College

9 Apprenticeships

10 A-Levels

11 Access to Higher Education

12 Business, Management & Finance

16 Childcare, Health & Social Care

17 Community Learning

18 Construction & Building Services

21 Distance Learning

22 Engineering & Motor Vehicle

24 Hair, Beauty & Holistic Therapies

25 Health, Safety & Security

27 Hospitality & Catering

28 Information Technology & Administration

31 Logistics & Transport

32 Maths & English

33 Media & Performing Arts

34 Prince’s Trust Team Programme

35 Science

36 Skills for Employment

37 Sports Science & Coaching

38 Teaching, Training, Education & Assessment

40 Gateway to Apprenticeships

41 What will it cost?

42 Advanced Learning Loans

43 How to pay & financial support

Stoke-on-Trent is a city with bold ambitions.

We want to see high growth in the local economy over the next few years, to help improve the lives of all our city’s residents and the wider region.

But for that growth and its benefits to become a reality, the City will need lots of new skills; and that’s where our adult learning programme comes in.

From the key skills of English and maths right through to high-tech skills such as IT programming and networking, here at Stoke on Trent College we deliver the learning that will help you achieve your aspirations and the City to achieve its ambitions.

Best of all, we are working hand in hand with the likes of the City Council to develop training and courses in readiness for jobs that are coming here soon, such the District Heat Network, so that it will be local people who are equipped with the skills that those new jobs demand.

So if you are looking to be part of Stoke’s brighter future, then your starting point could be to gain the skills that will help you get there, with Stoke on Trent College. It may mean gaining qualifications to help you climb your current career ladder, developing new skills for an entirely new profession, or perhaps regaining your confidence so that you can get back into work – whatever your aim, we will help you to access the learning that you need, so that your aspirations can be realised.

Equality and Diversity Statement

Equality at Stoke on Trent College means supporting everyone to fulfil their potential. Diversity at Stoke on Trent College means respecting the fact that everyone is unique and celebrating the benefits this brings. Stoke on Trent College provides an environment that is welcoming and inclusive. It is a place where everyone is treated fairly and with dignity and respect, where bullying and harassment will not be tolerated and where everyone will have the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within this prospectus was correct at the time of going to press. Variations may occur during the year.

Denise Brown Principal and CEO Stoke on Trent College

Accessibility Statement

If you would like support to access this document, other formats are available. Please contact the Learning Support Team on 01782 603563 or email [email protected]

STOKE ON TRENT COLLEGE ADULT LEARNING GUIDE 2018 / 19 WWW.STOKECOLLEGE.AC.UK

Stoke on Trent College

– THE FACTS!

STUDENTNUMBERS• Over 7000 Adult Learners

• 200 Higher Education Students

Stoke on Trent College contributes

£500 Million* to the local economy,

EVERY YEAR!*source EMSI Economic Impact Study

*Source RCU Vector report 2017



Stoke on Trent College is the largest provider of Apprenticeships in

Stoke-on-Trent and 2nd largest across the whole of

Stoke and Staffordshire LEP region - 1200 Apprentices

trained with us in 2016-17 within the LEP region*

Stoke on Trent College is the largest provider of funded qualifications for Adults across the Stoke and Staffordshire LEP

region, with almost 3 times as many learners as the next largest provider*

75% of adults studying Science and maths funded qualifications in Stoke-on-

Trent are at the College, 84% of motor vehicle and transportation learners and 69% of childcare and early

years learners*As a college we work with over 730 local and regional

employers every year, including BT, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service, University Hospitals

of North Midlands, Olympus Engineering, Ornua Foods, Stoke City FC, Port Vale FC

Community Trust and many more

The College has invested over

£36Million since 2013 creating new facilities including the

Technology Hub at Burslem, The Enterprise Hub and the Sports Academy

at Cauldon

We are a Microsoft Academy

with outstanding IT facilities

We are a CISCO Academy with

a dedicated networking lab in

the Enterprise Hub

We are the only college in

Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire with

Catering training facilities, Spa therapy suite and

Aircraft cabin, all located at our

Cauldon campusThe Engineering

Workshops at Burslem boast the widest range of training equipment

in the region for fabrication, welding, machining, hydraulics

and pneumatics

Our IMI Accredited Motor Vehicle Centre includes not only light vehicle maintenance, but also heavy vehicle

maintenance with Scania and MAN tractor units

for Apprentices to learn on

We are accredited for professional

courses including NEBOSH, AAT,

CMI, CICM, Microsoft, ACS,

ECDL

Our Sector-Based Work Academies have an enviable record of

training up Jobseekers’ claimants and helping them find employment with local employers

including KFC, Vodafone, Comfort Call and Advantis

A winning team – we are a multi-award

winning college with WorldSkills UK Winners and Finalists, National

Winners in Hair and Beauty Competitions,

Royal Opera House Challenge Winners

and Finalists and more…

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Enrolment for Part-Time CoursesONLINE

For all of our courses you can apply online. Simply find the course you want at www.stokecollege.ac.uk and click on 'apply now'.

Then visit one of our campuses to complete your enrolment and pay (if payment is required).

IN PERSON

You can pop in to enrol at our Cauldon Campus on Stoke Road, Shelton or at our Burslem Campus on Moorland Road, Burslem.

If you believe you are eligible for free tuition, you will need to bring the necessary evidence when you come in to enrol.

You will need to bring a form of ID with you – a driving licence, passport, National Insurance card, benefit entitlement letter or bank credit/debit card.

Some part-time courses require an interview before enrolment, to check that the course is right for you – typically Access to HE, Accounting, Beauty, Childcare and Hair courses. If you are not sure if this applies to the course you are interested in, please visit the website or contact Admissions on 01782 603634 or email [email protected]

How to enrolCourse Information This course guide contains basic information about all our courses. You can find out more about all these courses by:

Visiting www.stokecollege.ac.uk

Coming to see our dedicated Admissions

Team at Cauldon and Burslem Campuses

Calling our Admissions Team on

01782 603634

Cauldon:

Monday - Tuesday: 8:30am to 6:30pm

Wednesday - Thursday: 8:30am to 4:30pm

Friday: 8:30am to 4pm

Burslem:

Monday + Wednesday: 8:30am to 4:30pm

(Monday + Tuesday until 30th June 2018)

Tuesday + Thursday: 8:30am to 6:30pm

(Wednesday + Thursday until 30th June 2018)

Friday: 8:30am to 4pm

Non Term-Time:

Monday - Friday: 8:30am to 4pm

Full-Time and HigherEducation CoursesFor all these courses an application is required.

Full-time courses can be applied for online at www.stokecollege.ac.uk, or if you’d like us to send you an application form just call 01782 603634 or email [email protected]

Higher Education courses have different ways to apply depending on whether they are full or part-time, awarded by Staffordshire University or other awarding bodies. Please contact our Admissions Team on 01782 603634 or [email protected] for advice about how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Term-time opening times for enrolment are:


In addition to these courses which are free for everyone, those with Fee Code ‘L’ receive funding from the Government, and if you meet certain criteria your course could be FREE. Full details are given on page 41-42, but here are some of the criteria that may lead to you receiving FREE tuition (up to August 31st 2019):

• If you are aged under 19 on 31st August 2018

• If you are unemployed* and in receipt of:

Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) or

Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) in the Work-Related Activity Group (WRAG) or

Universal Credit because you are unemployed, and are in one of these groups - work-focused interview group, work preparation group, all work related requirements group to undertake skills training, or

any state benefits not listed above but want to enter employment and believe skills training will allow you to do so (at the College’s discretion). This criteria excludes those aged 24+ wishing to study at Level 3 or above (or 19+ and wishing to study for a second Level 3 or above), for whom the Advanced Learning Loan is available.

• If you are aged between 19 and 23 at the start of the course and are studying an eligible first full Level 2 or 3 qualification

• If you are aged between 19 and 23 at the start of the course and are studying an Entry or Level 1 course (excluding basic skills) in order to progress to a full Level 2

If you receive any of the allowances detailed above you will need to bring evidence with you to an enrolment session – an award notice or entitlement letter will be sufficient. These criteria may change during the year, so please confirm the latest information with enrolment staff.

This year we are introducing a range of courses that are entirely FREE for you to study, regardless of your income circumstances.

These include:

Taster courses across a wide range of subjects and interests

Level 1 courses which follow on from the taster courses

Level 2 Distance Learning courses

English and maths courses if you don’t already have a GCSE at grade C/4 or above

Get the Loan Get Qualified Get the JobDon’t be put off studying for the qualification you need because of high costs.

The Advanced Learning Loan can help you to gain a Level 3 to 6 qualification with nothing to pay upfront and nothing to pay back until you are earning over £25,000 a year.

It’s not a bank loan, there are no credit checks and your eligibility doesn’t depend upon your household income.

For more information about the loan, see page 42 or

visit www.stokecollege.ac.uk

*'Unemployed' includes anyone earning less than £330 per month or 16

times the national minimum wage per week. Evidence to demonstrate

this satisfactorily will be 2 months' or 6 weeks' wage slips.

You could study for FREE!

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DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES

Information, Advice or Guidance

Principles of Business Administration

Principles of Customer Service

Principles of Team Leading

Awareness of Mental Health Problems

Cleaning Principles

Common Health Conditions

Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings

Dementia Care Principles

Equality and Diversity

Falls Prevention Awareness

Introduction to Caring for Children and Young People

Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Principles of Care Planning

Principles of End of Life Care

Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection

Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities

Understanding Autism

Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health

Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care

Understanding Nutrition and Health

Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent

Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes

Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication

Working with People with Mental Health Needs

We have a growing range of useful qualifications to prepare you for work or to help you gain new work related skills and qualifications. With each course you will be assigned a tutor to support you through the qualification plus we also offer support at the College to help you succeed in your studies and to complete your chosen course. Level 2 courses are FREE* in the majority of cases.

Are you eligible for a FREE place on a Level 2 Distance Learning course?

You must be aged 19+

You must live in England (not available to people living in Ireland, Scotland or Wales)

You must have been an EU resident for at least 3 years

No qualifications are necessary for you to start the course

All learners are subject to an eligibility check before you can start the course. You may be required to forward information to us about your current employment or income/benefit status to allow you to get started.

For more information and to apply visit www.stokecollege.ac.uk/distancelearning

FREE* Level 2 courses available include:

Health Related QualificationsBusiness and Professional Qualifications

*Conditions apply

Hospitality and CateringUnderstanding Excellence in Customer Service for Hospitality


BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT AND FINANCEAccountancy

Business

Business with Marketing

CHILDCARE, HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARECaring for Children

Childcare: Early Years Educator

Health and Social Care

Teaching Assistants

CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SERVICES

Bricklaying

Carpentry and Joinery

Construction and the Built Environment

Construction Multi-Trades

Gas Utilisation

Electrical Installation

Painting and Decorating

Plumbing

Plumbing and Electrical Basic Skills

ENGINEERING

Engineering

Engineering – Fabrication and Welding

Engineering – Machining

HAIR AND BEAUTYBeauty Specialist Techniques

Beauty Therapy

Hairdressing

Nail Services

Spa Therapy

Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair and Make-up

HOSPITALITY AND CATERINGChef Programme (Professional Cookery)

Food and Beverage Service/Event Planning

Food Preparartion and Cooking

Hospitality Supervision and Leadership

IT AND ADMINISTRATIONIT Users

IT (Software and Games Programming or Networking)

MEDIA, ART AND DESIGNArt and Design

Broadcast Media (Radio, Film and TV)

Computer Games Design

Fashion and Retail

Games and Broadcast Media

Graphic Design and Digital Imaging

Social Media and Online Journalism

MOTOR VEHICLEAccident Repair – Paint or Body Repair

Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Motor Vehicle Maintenance

PERFORMING ARTSDance

Performing and Production Arts

Technical Theatre – Sound, Lighting and Stage Management

PUBLIC SERVICES AND ARMY PREPARATIONArmy Preparation

Public Services

Sport and Public Services

SCIENCEApplied Science – Criminology, Forensics

SPORTS SCIENCE AND COACHINGSport

Sport and Active Leisure

Sport and Exercise Sciences

Sport and Public Services

Sport Development, Coaching and Fitness

TRAVEL SERVICESTravel and Tourism

FOUNDATIONESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

Preparation for Vocation – in all subject areas

Prince’s Trust

Lifeskills (Living Independently)

Whether you are 16-18 or an adult thinking about returning to full-time education, it’s not too late to apply for one of over 100 full time courses.

Visit www.stokecollege.ac.uk for more information and to apply online

FULL-TIME COURSES

• Biology

• Business

• Chemistry

• Computer Science

• Economics

• English Literature

• History

• Law

• Maths

• Physical Education

• Physics

• Psychology

• Religious Studies

• Sociology

A-LEVELS

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BUSINESS SERVICESFROM STOKE ON TRENT COLLEGE

For more information contact the team:www.stokecollege.ac.uk/businessTel: 01782 603603Email: [email protected]

Whether you are looking to develop your existing staff, recruit new employees, take on an Apprentice or run a conference or event, you can trust us to provide a high quality, tailored service, designed with your business in mind.

What we offer:ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships are work-based training programmes available to new or existing staff. Your employees gain nationally recognised qualifications that are relevant to their role in the workplace and your business gains a highly skilled employee. If you are looking to recruit a new Apprentice, our FREE Recruitment Service can help you find the right person for your business.

FREE Recruitment ServiceWhen it comes to recruiting new staff, we have a range of solutions to suit the needs of your business, from Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeship programmes to work experience and sector based work academies. Our service can include advertising vacancies, screening applications and carrying out initial assessments.

Professional and Vocational TrainingWe have an enviable reputation as a training provider, running hundreds of courses for thousands of people every year. Our learning packages are as flexible as required to help your team to get the skills you need and can include professional and university-level qualifications (Foundation degrees, NEBOSH, CMI, ILM), work-based NVQs, distance learning courses and short programmes.

Access to FundingWe regularly bid for ESF and Government funding to support training for local businesses, which means that we are in a position to help you secure funding for your business’s training and development if available. We are also well placed to support you through the Apprenticeship Levy and what it means for your business.

FREE Organisational Needs AnalysisOur service starts with a FREE Organisational Needs Analysis to help you understand and plan the training and development needs of your business in the coming years. Within this we can include a training needs analysis for individual staff, to give each one a roadmap detailing the training they would benefit from to help your business reach its potential.

Conference and Events ServicesAt Stoke on Trent College we offer conference and event facilities at fantastic prices in our stylish event venues, serving up a wide range of packages to suit all budgets. Located at the heart of the Midlands, with ample free parking, our Cauldon Campus venue is extremely easy to get to.


APPRENTICESHIPSLooking for an Apprenticeship?Did you know Stoke on Trent College is the biggest Apprenticeship training provider in Stoke on Trent?

NEW APPRENTICESHIP VACANCIES ADDED EACH WEEK!With an Apprenticeship, you can earn money while you’re learning and gain recognised qualifications as you work.

As employees, Apprentices earn a wage and work alongside experienced staff to gain job-specific skills.

Off-the-job, usually on a day-release basis, Apprentices receive training to work towards nationally recognised qualifications. Apprenticeships can take between one and four years to complete depending on the level of Apprenticeship, the Apprentices’ ability and the industry sector.

Stoke on Trent College works with hundreds of employers across the local area and will help you become work-ready and find employment. We have the widest range of Apprenticeships, including:

and many more…

For the latest vacancies visit: www.stokecollege.ac.uk/apprenticeships-vacanciesor Tel: 01782 603634Email: [email protected]

Not quite ready for an Apprenticeship? Consider our Gateway to Apprenticeships programme – see page 40 for more information.

• Business Administration

• Hospitality

• Childcare

• Hairdressing

• Engineering

• IT

• Construction

• Pharmacy

• Sport

• Warehousing

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A-LEVELS now available at Stoke on Trent College for September 2018

AGED 19+?

AGED 16-18?

Looking to return to education to gain key qualifications as a stepping stone to higher-level study?Our new A-Level courses can help you succeed!If you are aged 19-23, you can study for FREE if this is your first full Level 3 qualification. Advanced Learning Loans are also available to pay for the cost of the course upfront for adults aged 19+ with nothing to repay until you are earning over £25,000 a year. It’s not a bank loan, there are no credit checks and your eligibility doesn’t depend upon your household income. More information can be found on page 42.

Looking to move on from school with a full A-Level programme – or to combine an A-Level with your Level 3 qualification to support your progression to University?Our new A-Levels will help you discover your pathway!Courses are FREE to 16-18 year olds and you may be entitled to up to £1200 worth of financial support, subject to criteria. Contact us for details.

• Biology

• Business

• Chemistry

• Computer Science

• Economics

• English Literature

• History

• Law

• Maths

• Physical Education

• Physics

• Psychology

• Religious Studies

• Sociology

Which A-Levels are available?

To find out more:www.stokecollege.ac.uk/A-LevelsTel: 01782 603634Email: [email protected]


TITLE CODE START DAY TIME DURATION LOCATION FEE FEE CODE**

Access to Higher Education - Diploma in Health

F1015 10/09/18 3 days per week

9am - 4pm 1 year Cauldon/Science Centre

£3,349* L

Access to Higher Education - Diploma in Health (PT)

P1015 11/09/18 Tue 9am - 5pm 1 year Cauldon £3,349* L

Access to Higher Education - Diploma in Health (PT)

P1015 11/09/18 Tue & Wed

5pm - 9pm 1 year Cauldon £3,349* L

Access to Higher Education - Diploma in Science


9am - 4pm 1 year Cauldon/ Science Centre

£3,349* L

Access to Higher Education - Diploma in Science (PT)

P5015 10/09/18 Mon & Tue

5pm - 9pm 1 year Cauldon/Science Centre

£3,349* L

Access to Higher Education - Diploma in Social Science


9am - 4pm 1 year Cauldon £2,995* L

GCSE Biology P4498 13/09/18 Thur 6pm-9pm 1 year Cauldon/Science Centre

£405 L

Return to Study P1013 10/09/18 Mon 9am - 4pm 1 year Cauldon £449 L

Get the Loan Get Qualified Get the Job

ARE YOU AGED 19 OR OVER?*

THINKING OF STARTING AN ACCESS COURSE THIS YEAR?

THEN APPLY FOR AN ADVANCED LEARNING LOAN TO COVER YOUR COURSE FEES AND PAY NOTHING UPFRONT!

Don’t be put off studying for the qualification you need because of high costs. The Advanced Learning Loan can help you to gain a Level 3 to 6 qualification with nothing to pay upfront and you don’t pay anything back until you are earning over £25,000 a year.

It’s not a bank loan, there is no credit check and your eligibility

doesn’t depend upon your household income.

For more information about this loan, see page 42 or visit www.stokecollege.ac.uk

You can gain impartial money advice to help make your decision from the Money Advice Service at www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk

* If you are aged 19-23 and the Access course is your first full Level 3, then you will be eligible for FREE tuition and will not need to pay a fee or take out an Advanced Learning Loan.

*An Advanced Learning Loan may be available to help pay this fee. See page 42 for details. **See page 41 for explanation of fee codes and discounts available.

ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION

In 2017 over 90 of our Access to HE students progressed to University to study a range of subjects. These included Nursing at Nottingham University, Biomedical Science at Bradford University, Paramedic Science at Staffordshire University, Criminology at Keele University, Dental Nursing at Northampton University, Diagnostic Radiography at Bagnor University and Midwifery at Wolverhampton University…to name just a few!

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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT & FINANCE

Jobs in this sector typically have high starting salaries of £25,000 to £35,000 excluding bonuses, rising quickly to around £50,000 for senior positions.


CMI - CHARTERED MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE

Management - First Line Management Level 3 Certificate (Chartered Management Institute)

P4232 10/09/18 Mon 6pm - 9pm 15 weeks Cauldon £695 C

Management - First Line Management CMI Level 3 Diploma (Chartered Management Institute)

P1211 10/09/18 Mon 6pm - 9pm 1 year Cauldon £1,499 C

Management - Personal Development as a First Line Manager (CMI Level 3 Award Unit)

P4231-01 10/09/18 Mon 6pm - 9pm 5 weeks Cauldon £249 C

Management - Resource Planning (CMI Level 3 Award Unit)


Management - Meeting Stakeholder Needs (CMI Level 3 Award Unit)


Management - Managing and Communicating Information (CMI Level 3 Award Unit)


Management - Improving Team Performance (CMI Level 3 Award Unit)


Management - Recruitment and Selection Process (CMI Level 3 Award Unit)


Management - Maintaining Quality Standards (CMI Level 3 Award Unit)



Why study a CMI qualification?• You will gain a nationally recognised qualification

valued by employers.• You’ll be more marketable, giving you an advantage

when looking for your next career move.• You can earn more, research proves that those with

a qualification will earn more through their career.• You’ll perform better, a qualification will sharpen

your existing skills and equip you with new ones.• Flexible qualifications to meet your needs.

For more information please contact us on 01782 208208

Chartered Management Institute Approved Study CentreDo you want a management qualification?

You can gain a full Level 3 qualification by studying a combination of individual CMI units listed below.

First Line Management Level 3 Award (any 1 unit) £249

First Line Management Level 3 Certificate (any 3 units) £695

First Line Management Level 3 Diploma (all 7 units) £1499


AAT ACCOUNTING

Accounting AAT Level 1 Award (Association of Accounting Technicians

P1444 10/09/18 Mon 12.30pm - 3.30pm

10 weeks Cauldon £150 L

Accounting AAT Level 2 Certificate (Association of Accounting Technicians)

P1202-01 26/11/18 Mon 12.30pm - 3.30pm


Accounting AAT Level 2 Certificate (Association of Accounting Technicians)

P1202-01 13/09/18 Thur 5.30pm - 8.30pm

1 year Burslem £595 L

Accounting AAT Level 2 Certificate (Association of Accounting Technicians) Unit - Computerised Accounts

P1202-13 09/05/19 Thur 5.30pm - 8.30pm

7 weeks Burslem £149 C

Accounting AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma (Association of Accounting Technicians)

P1203 11/09/18 Tue 12.30pm - 3.30pm

1 year Cauldon £1,750* L

Accounting AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma (Association of Accounting Technicians)

P1203 11/09/18 Tue 5:30pm - 8:30pm


Accounting AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma (Association of Accounting Technicians)

P1204 10/09/18 Mon & Tue

5:30pm - 8:30pm

50 weeks Cauldon £2,573***(minus 75% - see below).

L

Accounting AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma (Association of Accounting Technicians)

P1204 11/09/18 Tue 2pm - 8:30pm

50 weeks Cauldon £2,573***(minus 75% - see below).

L

Accounting AAT Professional Diploma (Association of Accounting Technicians) Unit - Budgeting

P1204-14 14/01/19 Mon & Tue

5:30pm - 8:30pm

6 weeks Cauldon £299 C

Accounting AAT Professional Diploma (Association of Accounting Technicians) Unit - Cash Management

P1204-13 10/09/18 Mon & Tue

5:30pm - 8:30pm


Accounting AAT Professional Diploma (Association of Accounting Technicians) Unit - Decision and Control

P1204-15 04/03/19 Mon & Tue

5:30pm - 8:30pm


Accounting AAT Professional Diploma (Association of Accounting Technicians) Unit - Financial Statements

P1204-11 15/10/18 Mon & Tue

5:30pm - 8:30pm


Accounting AAT Professional Diploma (Association of Accounting Technicians) Unit - Personal Tax

P1204-17 10/09/18 Mon & Tue

5:30pm - 8:30pm


Online &On Campus

Take the first step into Accounting with a Level 2 Foundation Certificate or progress your career in finance with a Level 3 Advanced Diploma, fitting your studies around your life and work commitments

Flexible AAT Accounting Courses

Fees Reduced by 75% for AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma!

Due to additional government funding from the ESFA, Stoke on Trent College is delighted to offer the Level 4 AAT programme at a 75% reduction, meaning the £2573*** price is reduced to £643.25 for all eligible learners.

Funds are limited so apply NOW to take advantage of this offer.

An Advanced Learner Loan is also available for eligible learners studying this qualification so that your reduced tuition fees are paid upfront.

Contact Admissions for more details and to apply – 01782 603634 or [email protected]

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A LEVEL

Business A-Level P4635 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri

1.5 hours per day

2 years Cauldon £1,987* L

Economics A-Level P4634 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri

1.5 hours per day


Law A-Level P4636 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri

1.5 hours per day



LEGAL EXECUTIVES (CILEX)

CILEx Level 3 Certificate in Law and Practice

P4543 10/09/18 Mon 5.30pm - 8.30pm



MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION

Business - Medical Administration Level 2 Diploma (City & Guilds)

P1205 11/09/18 Tue 1pm - 8pm 1 year Burslem/Cauldon

£695 L

Business - Medical Administration Level 3 Diploma (City & Guilds) - medical terminology route

P1214 13/09/18 Thur 1:30pm - 5:30pm

1 year Burslem/Cauldon

£2,300* L

Business - Medical Administration Level 3 Diploma (City & Guilds) - progressing students

P1214 13/09/18 Thur 9am - 12:30pm


£1,800* L

Business - Medical Administration Level 3 Diploma (City & Guilds)

P1214 13/09/18 Thur 9am - 5:30pm


£2,549* L


CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF CREDIT MANAGEMENT (CICM)

Management - Credit Management and Business Law CICM Diploma Units (Institute of Credit Management) - Business Law

P1213-11 13/09/18 Thur 6pm - 7:30pm

1 year Burslem £449 C

Management - Credit Management and Business Law CICM Diploma Units (Institute of Credit Management) - Credit Management

P1213-12 13/09/18 Thur 7:30pm - 9pm


Online &On Campus

Start your career in Law without going to University with a CILEx Level 3 Certificate in Law & Practice*, fitting your studies around your life and work commitments

*Subject to Approval

Flexible CILEx Law Courses



Study Professional Courses Online & On Campus

Take Control of your Career with courses that fit your timetable

Online On Campus

Access lessons and exercises on mobile, tablet or desktop at times

that best suit you

Online lecturers will guide you through the course

Motion graphics, film and animations will help bring the

subject matter to life

Learn in-class from experienced lecturers

Work on interactive and collaborative group exercises

in class

Enjoy access to excellent facilities and support

At Stoke on Trent College, we’re committed to helping our students achieve their potential.We appreciate the pace of everyday life is getting faster, which is why we’ve looked for new ways of teaching - ways that can make it easier to study alongside work and life commitments. We want to provide courses that

fit with students, rather than the other way around.

Because of this need, we’ve created a suite of blended learning courses to make learning more flexible.

Online, a team of academics and experts teach the course using video lectures, animations, exercises and interactive case studies; all of which are delivered through a bespoke virtual learning environment. Lessons are available on demand.

On campus, classes provide the opportunity to learn from experienced lecturers, who will be on hand to answer questions and provide guidance on progress and assessment. Classes will also be an opportunity to interact, discuss and debate with fellow classmates, helping with the application of theories to real world problems.

Through a flexible and enjoyable learning experience - both online and on campus - our ultimate ambition is to help students achieve theirs.

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Early Childhood Studies Foundation degree (FdA) - Awarded by Staffordshire University

P1185 18/09/18(TBC)

Tue 4pm - 8.30pm

2 years Cauldon £4,300 per year

H

Early Years Education and Care (Educator) Level 2 Certificate (CACHE)

P1186 11/09/18 Tue 5pm - 8pm

1 year Cauldon £750 L

Early Years Education and Care (Educator) Level 2 Certificate (CACHE)

P1186 15/01/19 Tue 5pm - 8pm

1 year Cauldon £750 L

Early Years Education and Care (Educator) Level 3 Diploma (CACHE)

P1450 10/09/18 Mon 5pm - 8pm

18 months Cauldon £2,595* L

Early Years Education and Care (Educator) Level 3 Diploma (CACHE)

P1450 14/01/19 Mon 5pm - 8pm

18 months Cauldon £2,595* L

Health and Social Care Level 3 Certificate

P4535 14/09/18 Fri 9.15am - 4pm

1 year Cauldon £4,650***FREE -see below

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Intro to Working with Children P4524 05/11/18 Mon 6pm - 7.30pm

6 weeks Cauldon FREE P

Working with Children Level 1 Award

P4534 07/01/19 Mon 6pm - 8pm

20 weeks Cauldon FREE L


Fees Reduced by 100% for Health and Social Care Level 3 Certificate (P4535) – NOTHING TO PAY!

CHILDCARE, HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

Working with children brings many rewards, it is a chance to see children flourish in their development and become confident, independent learners. More than just a job, careers in childcare bring an opportunity to make a real difference to a child’s life.

Due to additional government funding from the ESFA, Stoke on Trent College is delighted to offer the Level 3 Health and Social Care Certificate at a 100% reduction, meaning that adult learners on this course have nothing to pay.

Government funds to grant this reduction are very limited so apply NOW to take advantage of this offer.

Contact Admissions for more details and to apply – 01782 603634 or [email protected]

Community Learning offers enjoyable and inspirational FREE classes for adults to improve and develop their skills in English and maths in a wide range of venues in all areas of the City. There is sure to be one near you!

Our friendly, motivational and supportive tutors are fully qualified in their specialist subjects. They provide varied and stimulating lessons in which you will be supported individually to help you achieve. Advice and guidance can also be provided about other courses available at Stoke on Trent College, of which we are an integral part.

These courses culminate in a nationally recognised qualification which may assist you in achieving your personal goals, whether they are to access employment, to progress in your current employment, assist in your children’s education or simply the satisfaction of learning new skills. Whatever your reason, we are here to help.

Please call 01782 603682, or 01782 208208 to find out when we will be enrolling, or for further information about the courses on offer.

COMMUNITY LEARNING VENUES* INCLUDE:

• Burslem Campus

• Hanley YMCA

• Crescent Primary School

• Norton Community Centre

• Cauldon Campus

*subject to availability

Community Learning

First Steps Nursery is our on campus facility, providing a caring, stimulating childcare environment for children between the ages of 12 weeks and 5 years.

Now located in brand new facilities, the nursery is one of the area's leading learning environments, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.

For more information call 01782 603507

Need help with childcare while you study?

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CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING SERVICES

This £103 billion sector employs over 3 million people in the UK and continues to grow. In Stoke-on-Trent, the introduction of the District Heat Network will mean even more new jobs in construction and building services for years to come.


ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Basic Electrics P4528 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 9pm 3 weeks Burslem FREE P

Electrical Installation: Initial Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations (C&G 2391-52)

P4538 06/11/18 Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm 7 weeks Burslem £795 C

Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) Level 2 Diploma (C&G)

P4180 11/09/18 Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm 1 year Burslem £1,800 L

Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) Level 3 Diploma (C&G)

P4181 11/09/18 Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm 1 year Burslem £3,345* L

Electrical: Wiring Regulations - 18th Edition IEE (City & Guilds 2382-18)

P4544 13/09/18 Thur 6pm - 9pm 12 weeks Burslem £385 C






PLUMBING

Award in the Fundamental Principles and Requirements of Environmental Technology Systems (QCF)

P1075 Various - on demand

9am - 5pm 1 day Burslem £235 C

Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Heat Pump Systems (QCF)


9am - 5pm 4 days Burslem £595 C

Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems (QCF)



Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems (QCF) Level 3



Plumbing and Heating - Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems BPEC Training & Assessment


9am - 5pm 1 week Burslem £215 C

Plumbing Studies Level 2 Diploma (City and Guilds 6035-02)

P4135 11/09/18 Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm 2 years Burslem £1,750 L

Water Regulations BPEC Training & Assessment


9am - 5pm 1 week Burslem £170 C


CONSTRUCTION

Build a Bird Table P4525-02 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 9pm 3 weeks Burslem FREE P

Build your own BBQ or Pizza Oven P4525-01 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 9pm 3 weeks Burslem FREE P

Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations NVQ 2

P4603 10/09/18 Mon 9am - 4pm 1 year Burslem £1,670 L

Wallpapering for Beginners P4527 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 9pm 3 weeks Burslem FREE P


GAS

Gas - ACS Gas Training CCN1 Core Safety P1087-01 Flexible on demand

Various Various 4 hours Burslem £190 C

Gas - ACS Gas Training CEN1 Central Heating

P1087-02 Flexible on demand


Gas - ACS Gas Training CKR1 Cookers P1087-03 Flexible on demand


Gas - ACS Gas Training HTR1 Gas Fires/Heaters



Gas - ACS Gas Training DAH1 Warm Air P1087-06 Flexible on demand


Gas - ACS Gas Training WAT1 Water Heaters



Gas - EUK Gas Assess - CCN1 P1083-07 Flexible on demand


Gas - EUK Gas Certification Scheme (ACS) - 4 Day Special


Various Various 4 days Burslem £800 C

Gas - EUK Gas Certification Scheme (ACS) - CENWAT



Gas - EUK Gas Certification Scheme (ACS) - CKR1



Gas - EUK Gas Certification Scheme (ACS) - CPA1



Gas - EUK Gas Certification Scheme (ACS) - DAH1



Gas - EUK Gas Certification Scheme (ACS) - HTR1



Gas - EUK Gas Certification Scheme (ACS) - MET1



Gas - EUK Gas Certification Scheme (ACS) - Resits


Various Various 1 hour Burslem £50 C

Gas - Intermediate Gas Award - Initial - Safety Route

P4010-01 11/09/18 Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm 1 year Burslem £1,250 C

Gas - Intermediate Gas Award - Follow on - Boiler Route

P4010-02 11/09/18 Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm 1 year Burslem £1,750 C

Gas - UK Certification Scheme - Gas Re-assessment


Various Various 2 days Burslem £675 C

Gas - UK Certification Training - LPG Assessments

P4178 Flexible on demand

Various Various 2 weeks Burslem £375 C

We can offer programmes in Bricklaying, Carpentry, Joinery, Wood Machining and Painting and Decorating on demand – contact Admissions on 01782 603634 or email [email protected] to register your interest.

CONSTRUCTION TRADES


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• Least possible time away from work• Save money• Update your assessment• Refresher days available if required• Professional and friendly staff• Full ACS Gas Assessments also available

Your low-cost, local, accreditated Gas Assessment Centre - based at our fantastic facilities at Stoke on Trent College on Moorland Road, Burslem Campus

Gas Installers! ACS re-assessment now available at Stoke on Trent College

ACS Gas Training and Assessment Centre - All you need in one place

To find out more call 01782 603634 or 603197 email [email protected]

Stoke-on-Trent District Heat NetworkJoin us in the Heat Academy at Stoke on Trent CollegeThe District Heat Network is coming to Stoke-on-Trent and you could play your part in it by training up in the skills that will be required in the coming years.

To design, install and maintain this new heating network across the City, there needs to be a ready supply of skilled staff, in professions such as groundworks, highways maintenance, welding, plumbing, engineering, building services and electrical installation.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!

Enrol now at Stoke on Trent College to gain the skills that will enable you to become part of this success story.

For more information visit www.stokecollege.ac.uk

groundbreaking in Stoke-on-Trent for the District Heat Network.( (


TITLE CODE LOCATION FEE FEE CODE**

Awareness of Mental Health Problems Level 2 Certificate P4064-06 Distance Learning FREE L

Cleaning Principles Level 2 Certificate P4064-23 Distance Learning FREE L

Common Health Conditions Level 2 Certificate P4064-17 Distance Learning FREE L

Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings Level 2 Certificate P4064-29 Distance Learning FREE L

Dementia Care Principles Level 2 Certificate P4064-08 Distance Learning FREE L

Equality and Diversity Level 2 Certificate P4064-20 Distance Learning FREE L

Falls Prevention Awareness Level 2 Certificate P4064-32 Distance Learning FREE L

Information, Advice or Guidance Level 2 Certificate P4064-14 Distance Learning FREE L

Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Level 2 Certificate P4064-22 Distance Learning FREE L

Introduction to Caring for Children and Young People Level 2 Certificate P4064-34 Distance Learning FREE L

Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Level 3 Certificate P4064-26 Distance Learning 799* L

Principles of Business Administration Level 2 Certificate P4064-10 Distance Learning FREE L

Principles of Care Planning Level 2 Certificate P4064-25 Distance Learning FREE L

Principles of Customer Service Level 2 Certificate P4064-09 Distance Learning FREE L

Principles of End of Life Care Level 2 Certificate P4064-19 Distance Learning FREE L

Principles of End of Life Care Level 3 Certificate P4064-27 Distance Learning 799* L

Principles of Team Leading Level 2 Certificate P4064-11 Distance Learning FREE L

Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection Level 2 Certificate P4064-05 Distance Learning FREE L

Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities Level 2 Certificate P4064-21 Distance Learning FREE L

Understanding Autism Level 2 Certificate P4064-24 Distance Learning FREE L

Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Level 2 Certificate P4064-30 Distance Learning FREE L

Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health Level 2 Certificate P4064-35 Distance Learning FREE L

Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Level 2 Certificate P4064-18 Distance Learning FREE L

Understanding Excellence in Customer Service for Hospitality Level 2 Certificate P4064-36 Distance Learning FREE L

Understanding Nutrition and Health Level 2 Certificate P4064-15 Distance Learning FREE L

Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent Level 2 Certificate P4064-33 Distance Learning FREE L

Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties Level 2 Certificate P4064-31 Distance Learning FREE L

Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes Level 2 Certificate P4064-16 Distance Learning FREE L

Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication Level 2 Certificate P4064-12 Distance Learning FREE L

Working with People with Mental Health Needs Level 2 Certificate P4064-07 Distance Learning FREE L

DISTANCE LEARNING

Between 800 & 900 adults per year start a Distant Learning course with us, and currently over 95% successfully complete their course. We added 8 new courses to our suite of qualifications in 2017/18 with more arriving all the time.


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ENGINEERING

Engineering - Analytical Methods for Engineers - Level 4 Unit 1

P4228-01 12/09/18 Wed 9am - 1:30am


Engineering - Electronic Principles - Level 4 Unit 66

P4228-04 13/09/18 Thur 9am - 1:30am


Engineering - Engineering Science - Level 4 Unit 2

P4228-02 12/09/18 Wed 10:45am - 12:15pm


Engineering - Mechanical Principles - Level 4 Unit 4

P4228-03 12/09/18 Wed 1:15pm - 2:45pm


Engineering - Programmable Logic Controllers - Level 4 Unit

P4228-05 13/09/18 Thur 10:45am - 12:15pm

1 year Burlsem £550 C

General Engineering HNC - Awarded by Pearson

P4226 12/09/18 Wed 9am - 4.30pm

2 years Burslem £2,700 H

Welding and Fabrication Level 2 / 3 Award (ABC)

P1123 11/09/18 Tue 6pm - 8:15pm


Welding and Fabrication Level 2 / 3 Award (ABC)

P1123 13/09/18 Thur 6pm - 8:15pm


Welding - MIG Welding Level 1 Award P4121 14/09/18 Fri 9am - 4:30pm

16 weeks Burslem £450 L

Welding - MIG Welding Level 1 Award P4121 01/03/19 Fri 9am - 4:30pm

16 weeks Burslem £450 L

Welding Testing P1119 Flexible on demand

1 day Burslem Various C

Welding - Virtual P4529 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 9pm 3 weeks Burslem FREE P

ENGINEERING & MOTOR VEHICLE

Engineering accounts for around a quarter of UK turnover, with 5.4 million people employed within the sector. In Stoke-on-Trent, the introduction of the District Heat Network will mean even more new jobs in engineering, construction and building services for years to come.

ENGINEERING MOTOR VEHICLE

Stoke-on-Trent District Heat NetworkJoin us in the Heat Academy at Stoke on Trent CollegeThe District Heat Network is coming to Stoke-on-Trent and you could play your part in it by training up in the skills that will be required in the coming years.

To design, install and maintain this new heating network across the City, there needs to be a ready supply of skilled staff, in professions such as groundworks, highways maintenance, welding, plumbing, engineering, building services and electrical installation.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!

Enrol now at Stoke on Trent College to gain the skills that will enable you to become part of this success story.

For more information visit www.stokecollege.ac.uk

groundbreaking in Stoke-on-Trent for the District Heat Network.( (


Get Your Car Ready for an MOT P4526-01 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 9pm 3 weeks Burslem FREE P

Hybrid Electric Vehicle Operation and Maintenance Level 2 Award

P4531 09/10/18 Tue 9am - 5pm 2 days Burslem £295 L





Hybrid Electric Vehicle Operation and Maintenance (QCF) Level 3 Award






MOT Testing Award (Classes 1 and 2) P4639 11/09/18 Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm 4 weeks Burslem £295 C

MOT Testing Award (Classes 1 and 2) P4639 14/09/18 Fri 9am - 4pm 4 weeks Burslem £295 C

MOT Testing Award (Classes 4 and 7) P4640 09/11/18 Fri 9am - 4pm 4 weeks Burslem £195 C

Vehicle Pre-Winter Checks P4526-02 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 9pm 3 weeks Burslem FREE P

**See page 41 for explanation of fee codes and discounts available.

Treat yourself for lessIn our L’Oréal Hair Academy, Beauty Salons, Nail Studio and Spa.

MOTOR VEHICLE

You can enjoy professional salon service at a fraction of high street prices.

Staffed with experienced tutors and our award winning students, you can be sure to receive top class professional pampering with feel good prices to match.

For information and appointments please contact the Hair and Beauty Reception on 01782 603542.

Follow us on Facebook for all the latest offers.

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Beautiful Nails P4522-02 08/01/19 Tue 6pm - 8.30pm


Beauty Therapy Level 2 (Adults) F5139 13/09/18 Thur & Fri Daytime 1 year Cauldon £1,670 L

Defined Eyebrows P4522-01 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 8.30pm


Hair and Beauty Introduction Level 1 Award

P4540 25/02/19 Mon & Tue 6pm - 8pm 14 weeks Cauldon FREE L

Hairdressing: Creative Hair Studies Level 1 Award

P4541 25/02/19 Mon & Tue 6pm - 8pm 14 weeks Cauldon FREE L

Hair Styling Tricks P4522-03 05/11/18 Mon 6pm - 8.30pm


Hairdressing Level 2 (Adults) Diploma F5149 11/09/18 Tue & Wed Daytime 1 year Cauldon £1,670 L

Hairdressing Level 3 Certificate (Salon Stylist)

F1050 10/09/18 Mon & Fri Daytime 1 year Cauldon £2,583* L

Nails: LED Gel Polish Techniques Level 2 Award


Nail Treatments Level 2 Certificate (VTCT)

P1451 11/09/18 Tue 6pm - 9pm 17 weeks Cauldon £349 L

Nail Extensions Level 2 Award (VTCT) P4532 05/02/19 Tue 6pm - 9pm 12 weeks Cauldon £190 L

Sports Massage Level 3 Diploma (VTCT)

P1493 10/09/18 Mon 6pm - 9pm 1 year Cauldon £2,195* L


HAIR, BEAUTY & HOLISTIC THERAPIES

From 2018 Stoke on Trent College will become a Lee Stafford Hairdressing Academy, benefitting from a partnership with renowned stylist Lee Stafford. Join our hairdressing programmes to learn his specialist techniques.

We are delighted to be launching the Lee Stafford Hairdressing Academy at Stoke on Trent College from September 2018.

“Enrol now with our team of trained professionals to learn how to turn the ordinary into Extra-ordinary”


Basic Life Support and Safe Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (RQF) Level 2 Award

P1799 Various~ Various~ 1pm - 4pm 1 day Cauldon £40 C

Conflict Resolution including Control and Restraint

P4608 Various~ Various~ 9am - 4pm 1 day Cauldon £250 C

Emergency Planning and Crisis Response

P4609 Various~ Various~ 9am - 4pm 2 days Cauldon £325 C

First Aid - Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3 Award


First Aid At Work P1192 Various~ Various~ 9am - 4pm 3 days Cauldon £225 C

First Aid at Work - Refresher P1191 Various~ Various~ 9am - 4pm 2 days Cauldon £160 C

Food Safety in Catering Level 2 Award (CIEH)


Health and Safety in the Workplace Level 2 Award (CIEH)


IED (Improvised Explosive Device) Awareness


Managing Safely IOSH P1022 Various~ Various~ 9am - 4pm 4 days Cauldon £385 C

NEBOSH - Occupational Health and Safety Level 3 National General Certificate

P1020-02 18/09/18 Tue 9am - 4pm 10 weeks Cauldon £1,200 C

NEBOSH - Occupational Health and Safety Level 3 National General Certificate

P1020-02 19/03/19 Tue 9am - 4pm 10 weeks Cauldon £1,200 C

NEBOSH - Occupational Health & Safety Level 5 National Diploma

P1020 12/09/18 Wed 9am - 4pm 1 year Cauldon £4,000 C

Personal Safety (Breakaway and Safe Hold)


Safety: Managing Fire Safety Level 2 Award (HABC)


Search and Weapons Awareness P4606 Various~ Various~ 9am - 4pm 1 day Cauldon £120 C

HEALTH, SAFETY & SECURITY

Peter Bolam

"This was a well structured and extremely useful first aid course. I have learned a lot and feel that I am now well prepared to act in the event of an emergency to help and perhaps even save a person’s life. Our group was small enough to allow good interaction and the literature provided is a great resource to keep our knowledge topped up."

~These courses are offered on multiple dates throughout the year.

For the latest availability please contact us on 01782 603634, email [email protected] or see our website www.stokecollege.ac.uk

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FACILITIES INCLUDE:

• Atrium Restaurant

• Steelite Conference Room

Events and Conferencing at fantastic prices in our stylish event venues, serving up a wide range of conference and event packages.

Located at the heart of the Midlands, with ample free parking, our Cauldon Campus venue is extremely easy to get to.

Why not consider us for your next corporate event?

Host your next conference or event at Stoke on Trent College

To find out more call 01782 603638 or email [email protected]

E-LEARNING. ANYTIME, ANYWHERE.

Stoke on Trent College is working in partnership with e-Careers to provide a range of e-learning courses in areas such as:

• Accounting• Apple and Android App

Developer Package• Asbestos Awareness• IT• Project Management

And more…!

With courses starting from £50Learn at your own pace, on days and times to suit you.

For more information please scan the QR code or visit

www.stokecollege.ac.uk

Invest in your career with an Advanced Learning LoanAre you aged 19 or over?

Thinking of starting a Level 3 to 6 qualification this year?Apply for an Advanced Learning Loan and pay nothing up front!

Now available for people aged 19 or over

See page 42 for more information about this loan

HOSPITALITY & CATERING

Hospitality is the fourth largest employer in the UK with 4.49 million people working in the sector. We are the only hospitality and catering Further Education teaching facility in North Staffordshire!


Professional Cookery NVQ Level 2 P1059 11/09/18 Tue 9:30am - 3:30pm

1 year Cauldon £1,665 L

Professional Cookery NVQ Level 3 P1060 13/09/18 Thur 11am - 5pm 2 years Cauldon £3,345* L

30 Minute Meals P4521-03 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 8pm 5 weeks Cauldon FREE P

Baby Food - Healthy Options P4521-04 15/01/19 Tue 6pm - 8pm 5 weeks Cauldon FREE P

Baking and Confectionery: Celebration Cake


Baking and Confectionery: Cup Cakes P4119-02 06/05/19 Mon 6pm - 8pm 5 weeks Cauldon £60 C

Baking and Confectionery: Festive Goodies

P4119-04 17/09/18 Mon 5:30pm - 7:30pm


Baking and Confectionery: Ready, Steady, Bake


Cooking on a Budget P4521-01 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 8pm 5 weeks Cauldon FREE P

Exploring a Career in Hospitality and Catering - Level 1

P4539 26/02/19 Tue 6pm - 9pm 14 weeks Cauldon FREE L


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European Computing Driving License (ECDL)ECDL is an internationally recognised qualification certified by the British Computer Society (BCS) which is the Chartered Institute for IT. ECDL focuses on popular application and software packages that are commonly used within business and industry. Students can study at Levels 1 and 2 focusing on the development of a range of practical IT skills that can be applied within the workplace.


EUROPEAN COMPUTING DRIVING LICENSE (ECDL)

Introduction to Computer Skills P1541-21 10/09/18 Mon 6pm - 8pm 5 weeks Cauldon FREE P

IT - EDCL Individual Units - Database Software (L1 & L2)

P1541-20 Various from 15/10/18

Mon 6pm - 8pm 10 weeks Cauldon £149 C

IT - ECDL Individual Units - IT Presentations (L1 & L2)



IT - ECDL Individual Units - IT Productivity L2 Only



IT - ECDL Individual Units - Project Management Software L2 Only



IT - ECDL Individual Units - IT Security (L1 ONLY)



IT - ECDL Individual Units - IT Spreadsheets (L1 & L2)



IT - ECDL Individual Units - Using Internet and Email (L1 ONLY)



IT - ECDL Individual Units - IT User Fundamentals (L1 ONLY)



IT - ECDL Individual Units - IT Word Processing (L1 & L2)



**See page 41 for explanation of fee codes and discounts available.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & ADMINISTRATION

1.2 million people are employed in this sector with average starting salaries in excess of £20,000. Jobs growth locally is expected to be high in the next 5 years.

All students have FREE access to Office 365 as part of the course.

Classroom Based• £149 for one certification• £249 for two certifications purchased together• £349 for three certifications purchased together• £399 for ECDL Extra

For more information please visit www.stokecollege.ac.uk or contact us on 01782 208208

Microsoft IT Academy Approved CentreThis means we provide:

• Microsoft Office Specialist • Internationally recognised

qualifications• Expert training• Flexible learning• Industry standard

Microsoft Certifications• Microsoft Certified Trainers• Microsoft Office Master Instructors• State-of-the-art facilities• FREE access to Office 365• Microsoft Test Centre• Microsoft Office Master

Certificate available

For more information please visit www.stokecollege.ac.ukor contact us on 01782 208208

Discounted fees are available as follows:

Classroom Based• £165 for one certification• £249 for two certifications

purchased together• £349 for three

certifications purchased together

E-Learning• £99 for one certification• £149 for two certifications

purchased together• £199 for three certifications

purchased together


MICROSOFT ACADEMY

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) - Access P1685-06 Various from 15/10/18


Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) - Outlook



Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) - PowerPoint



Microsoft Office Specialist/Expert (MOS) - Spreadsheets



Microsoft Office Specialist/Expert (MOS) - Word



Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) - Access (E-Learning)

P1685-06 Various Various Various 18 weeks Distance Learning

£99 C

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) - Outlook (E-Learning)


£99 C

Microsoft Office Specialist/Expert (MOS) - Spreadsheets (E-Learning)


£99 C

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) - PowerPoint (E-Learning)


£99 C

Microsoft Office Specialist/Expert (MOS) - Word (E-Learning)


£99 C

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SPECIALIST & TECHNICAL - LEVELS 1-3

Computer Science A-Level P4633 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri

1/5 hours per day



SPECIALIST & TECHNICAL - HIGHER LEVEL

Computing Science HND - Awarded by Staffordshire University

P1236 17/09/18 Mon & Tue

5.30pm - 9pm

1 year Cauldon £4,300 H

Computing CISCO CCNA Parts 3 and 4 (HE Unit)

P1777-20 18/09/18 Tue 5:30pm - 9pm


Computing - Cyber Security (HE Unit) P1777-24 18/09/18 Tue 5:30pm - 9pm


Computing - Network Security (HE Unit) P1777-25 07/01/19 Mon 5:30pm - 9pm


Computing - Further Networking with Wireless (HE Unit)

P1777-15 11/09/18 Tue 6:30pm - 9pm


Computing - Intro to Database Development (HE Unit)

P1777-21 22/01/19 Tue 6pm - 9pm 12 weeks Cauldon £500 C

Computing - Programming Concepts with C# (HE Unit)

P1777-14 17/09/18 Mon 6pm - 8:30pm


Computing BSc (Hons) Foundation Year - In Partnership with Staffordshire University

F1235 wc 17/09/18

Full-time 1 year at college (Plus 3 years at Staffordshire University)

Cauldon £5,850 Year 1(£9,250 p.a. Years 2-4)

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Take your I.T. skills to a higher level without the higher cost!

Study for University-Level I.T. qualifications at Stoke on Trent College

• Computing Science HND

• Foundation Year Computing

• A range of HE Units

• CISCO CCNA

For more information please contact us on 01782 208208 or email [email protected]

IN PARTNERSHIP



Introduction to the Role of Professional Taxi and Private Hire Driver BTEC Level 2

P4015 10/09/18 Mon-Wed 10am - 2pm 4 weeks Burslem £450 L















Geographical Knowledge of Newcastle P4148 Monthly start dates available - see the website for details

Mon 2pm - 3pm 3 weeks Burslem £50 C

LOGISTICS & TRANSPORT

The College provides the basic qualification required by anyone wishing to become a taxi driver, as well as specialist knowledge of local areas that will benefit new drivers.

Want to improve your English?We offer a range of ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) courses – some of which are FREE.

To find out more see page 32 or call us on 01782 603634


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MATHS & ENGLISH

Mike Tyler

Mike Tyler took his Maths GCSE at the age of 44. “At 16 my Maths teacher handed my results to me and said he was very disappointed. I’m mid 40s now and it’s stuck with me ever since. I have two children in primary school and I need to help them with their homework. It was just something I always thought I needed to sort out.”


English - Functional Skills

P1811 10th September,December & March

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur or Fri

Various sessions available. - 3 hrs per week

Up to 1 year

Cauldon, Burslem and other community venues

FREE for those who meet eligibility criteria

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Maths - Functional Skills

P1812 10th September,December & March



Up to 1 year

Cauldon, Burslem and other community venues


L

English GCSE P4044 w/c 10/09/18



1 year Please contact the Admissions Team for further details.


L

English Literature A-Level

P4624 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri

1.5hr/day 2 years Cauldon £1,987* L

Maths GCSE P1014 w/c 10/09/18



1 year Please contact the Admissions Team for further details.


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Maths A-Level P4623 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri

1.5hr/day 2 years Cauldon £1,987* L

ESOL P5500 10/09/18 Mon - Fri 6 hours per week - please call for details


ESOL P5500 04/02/18 Mon - Fri 6 hours per week - please call for details


ESOL- Functional Skills English

P5500-07 10/09/18 Mon - Fri 6 hours per week - please call for details

18 weeks Cauldon FREE for those who meet eligibility criteria.

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ESOL- Functional Skills English



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ESOL- Functional Skills ICT



ESOL- Functional Skills ICT



ESOL- Functional Skills Maths



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ESOL- Functional Skills Maths



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ESOL- IT User Skills Level 1 Award



ESOL-IT UserSkills Level 1Award

P5500-20 04/02/19 Mon-Fri 3 hours per week- please call for details



WWW.STOKECOLLEGE.AC.UK

FREE Maths & Englishcourses at Stoke on Trent College

If you don’t have a GCSE grade C in Maths and English / grade 4 or above, then all our Maths and English courses are COMPLETELY FREE*.

• Short starter courses

• Functional skills

• GCSE qualifications

For more information call 01782 603634 * GCSE learners who have already achieved a grade C / grade 4 or above at GCSE will have to pay a fee.

MEDIA & PERFORMING ARTS

The creative sector is the fastest-growing part of the UK economy, with almost 750,000 jobs in the UK.


Art and Design for Beginners P4520 08/11/18 Thur 6pm - 8pm 5 weeks Burslem FREE P

Art and Design Level 1 P4542 08/01/19 Tue 6pm - 8.30pm

19 weeks Burslem FREE L

Broadway Jazz P4431 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 7:30pm

6 weeks Burslem FREE P

Ceramics for Beginners P4519 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 8pm 5 weeks Burslem FREE P

Digital Photography and Imaging P4112 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 8pm 5 weeks Burslem FREE P

MEDIA PERFORMING ARTS

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Right across Staffordshire the FREE 12 week Prince’s Trust Team programme is helping people from 16 to 25 find their way in life. So even if you left school with no qualifications or if you’re just unsure what job or study path to take - the course does what it says on the tin and gives you time to find out what you want to do.

The programme’s aim is simple - helps you enhance your job prospects, build confidence and develop skills such as leadership, teamwork and communication to help you get work or go onto further education and training. You’ll also get to work on different qualifications which will look impressive on your CV.

• FREE travel • FREE breakfast (selected locations) • FREE residential • Work experience • Improved job prospects • Meet new people • Fantastic range of activities • Benefits not affected

16-25 and looking for work?Join our Prince’s Trust Team Programme. It could be the best decision you ever make!

PRINCE’S TRUST TEAM PROGRAMME

“This has been a once in a lifetime experience and it will stay with me for the rest of my life” Graham

“I would absolutely recommend the programme” CharleyWhen you team-up with Stoke on Trent College on

the Prince’s Trust Team we promise that we will keep you busy for twelve weeks.

New teams start throughout the year. To find out more call us on 01782 603790 and we will find the right location and start date for you.

You can email us at [email protected] Follow us @PTTeam_STAFFS

Search and Like PTT Staffordshire on Facebook


Access to Higher Education - Diploma in Science


9am - 4pm 1 year Cauldon/Science Centre

£3,349* L

Access to Higher Education - Diploma in Science (PT)

P5015 10/09/18 Mon & Tue 5pm - 9pm 1 year Cauldon/Science Centre

£3,349* L

Biological Science/Forensic/Pharmaceutical Science/Chemistry< BSc (Hons) with a Foundation Year - In Partnership with Staffordshire University

F1865 24/09/18 3 days per week Full Time

1 year at college (Plus 3 years at Staffordshire University)

Cauldon/Science Centre

£5,850 Year 1(£9,250 p.a. Years 2-4)

H

Biology - GCSE P4498 13/09/18 Thur 6pm - 9pm 1 year Cauldon £405 L

Biology A-Level P4625 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri

1.5 hours/day 2 years Cauldon/Science Centre

£2,225* L

Chemistry A-Level P4626 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri


£2,225* L

Pharmaceutical Science Level 3 Diploma

P1016 12/09/18 Wed 9am-5pm 2 years Cauldon £1,570 C

Physics A-Level P4627 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri


£2,225* L

Psychology A-Level P4628 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri

1.5 hours/day 2 years Cauldon £2,225* L

Sociology A-Level P4630 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri

1.5 hours/day 2 years Cauldon £1,987* L

SCIENCE

People employed in this sector have an average starting salary of between £18,000 and £25,000, progressing to as much as £100,000 with experience.

*An Advanced Learning Loan may be available to help pay this fee. See page 42 for details. **See page 41 for explanation of fee codes and discounts available.<Chemistry is subject to approval.

TECHNICAL AND PROFESSIONAL COURSES

STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIP FOR SELECTED COURSES

AFFORDABILITY - LOW FEES AND STUDENT LOANS AVAILABLE

SMALL CLASS SIZES PROVIDING INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT

Your low-cost

route to Higher

Education with a

range of courses

from individual

HE Units to

Foundation

degrees.To find out more visit www.stokecollege.ac.uk

IN PARTNERSHIP

University-Level courses for the real world

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ESOL P1706 Bi-Monthly throughout the year

Mon - Fri 9.15am - 4pm

Up to 20 weeks

Cauldon FREE for unemployed who meet eligibility criteria

L

Skills for Employment - Business Administration

P1859 Bi-Monthly throughout the year

Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm 4 weeks Cauldon FREE for unemployed who meet eligibility criteria

L

Skills for Employment - Budgeting

P4296-18 Bi-Monthly throughout the year

Various 10am - 2pm 2 days Cauldon FREE for unemployed who meet eligibility criteria

L

Skills for Employment - IT



L

Skills for Employment - Literacy



L

Skills for Employment - Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care



L

Skills for Employment - New Leaf

P4296 4 times per year Mon - Fri 10am - 2pm 2 weeks Cauldon FREE for unemployed who meet eligibility criteria

L

Get back into work with Stoke on Trent CollegeFREE* Courses for Unemployed AdultsGet the advice, training and support you need to get back into work! All these are delivered at our training facilities

at Stoke on Trent College, Cauldon Campus, Stoke Road, Shelton, Stoke-on-Trent

For further information call 01782 227650 or 01782 208208.*FREE to those aged 19+, unwaged and living in Staffordshire

SKILLS FOR EMPLOYMENT

Chantelle Finn

“I had not worked for a long time and felt really down on my chances of getting a job. Feeling unable to learn anything and having no direction, I did the New Leaf course to help build my confidence, meet new people and gain qualifications. I would highly recommend this course to anyone – try it, I’m glad I did!”

Following Chantelle’s success she progressed onto a Sector Based Academy that ran in conjuction with KFC and was offered a role in her chosen KFC branch.

Courses include:

• Budgeting • IT • Administration• Healthcare• Literacy

• ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

• New Leaf

WWW.STOKECOLLEGE.AC.UK


Introduction to Fitness and Physical Activity

P4523 06/11/18 Tue 6pm - 7.30pm


Fitness & Physical Activity Level 1 Award P4536 08/01/19 Tue 6pm - 8pm 17 weeks Cauldon FREE L

Fitness Instructing (Gym Based) Level 2 Certificate (CYQ)

P1456 11/09/18 Tue 9am - 5pm 17 weeks Cauldon £550 L

Fitness Instructing (Gym Based) Level 2 Certificate (CYQ)

P1456 08/07/19 Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm 3 weeks Cauldon £550 L

Personal Training Level 3 Certificate (CYQ)

P1823 13/09/18 Thur 9am - 5pm 17 weeks Cauldon £1,395* L

Personal Training Level 3 Certificate (CYQ)

P1823 31/01/19 Thur 9am - 5pm 17 weeks Cauldon £1,395* L

Physical Education A-Level P4629 04/09/18 Tue, Thur & Fri

1.5 hrs per day


Stretch your muscles not your walletIf you’re looking to get in shape or want to keep fit, our new Sports Academy is the place to go.

Facilities include a fully equipped gymnasium with free weights, cardiovascular machines and a sports hall.

Our friendly and fully-trained staff are always on hand to provide training programmes and full support to get you to where you want to be.

For more information call 01782 603505

SPORTS SCIENCE & COACHING

This sector is due to grow by 3% over the next 5 years, as interest in sport and fitness continues to increase at all ages and levels. Our courses are ideal for those looking to gain recognised qualifications in fitness and gym instructing, to work within the sector.


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TEACHING, TRAINING, EDUCATION & ASSESSMENT

“Teaching is a profession in which it’s possible to go home at the end of the day and identify moments where you have made a difference in quite tangible ways. Its rewards are quite explicit”.

Dr C Daly. Co-director, initial teacher training, UCL Institute of Education


Education Foundation degree (FdA) (Awarded by Staffordshire University)

P1027 18/09/18(TBC)

Tue 5pm - 9pm 2 years Cauldon £4,300 H

Education: Award in Education and Training (AET) Level 3

P4189 29/10/18 Mon - Thur

9am - 3.30pm

1 week Cauldon £399 C


P4189 06/11/18 Tue 5pm - 8pm 9 weeks Cauldon £399 C



Education: Certificate in Education and Training (CET) Level 4

P4188 03/09/18 Mon 5pm - 8pm 25 weeks Cauldon £1,395* L

Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Level 2 Certificate

P1352 10/09/18 Mon 5pm - 8pm 1 year Cauldon £750 L

Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Level 2 Certificate

P1352 14/01/19 Mon 5pm - 8pm 1 year Cauldon £750 L

Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Level 3 Diploma

P1829 11/09/18 Tue 5pm - 8pm 1 year Cauldon £2,225* L

TAQA Training, Assessment Quality Assurance (401,402)

P1733-12 Various - on demand

16 weeks Off Site (ie Employers)

£495 C

TAQA Training, Assessment Quality Assurance (401,402, 403)



£795 C


P1733-12 12/11/18 Mon 5pm - 8pm 8 weeks plus assessment

Cauldon £495 C



Cauldon £650 C



Cauldon £495 C



Cauldon £650 C

Unit 301 and 302 - Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment 6317-31



£495 C



Cauldon £495 C



Cauldon £495 C

Unit 301 and 303 - Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement 6317-32



£495 C

Looking for a Career in Further Education or Training?ACHIEVE A RECOGNISED QUALIFICATION IN EDUCATION AND TRAININGAt Stoke on Trent College we offer a step-by-step route to becoming fully qualified for training, assessing or teaching in the Further Education sector and within the private training sector, including:

• Award in Education and Training (AET) Level 3

• Certificate in Education and Training (CET) Level 4

• Leading the Quality Assurance Process

• Training, Assessment and Quality Assurance Awards (TAQA)

Learner Feedback from recent AET and CET courses:

APPLY NOW TO SECURE YOUR PLACE ON OUR 2018-19 PROGRAMMESFor more information call 01782 603634 or email [email protected]

Completing the course has given (me) the confidence to consider teaching as a potential career, and it has equipped (me) with the skills to do this.

The professional observation feedback was great,.....made a point of recognising the positives within my observation, as well as looking at improvements to be made. I took away lots of points to develop and came out of the one-to-one feeling positive.

The AET programme has had a massive impact on my literacy skills and writing skills.

We all thoroughly enjoyed the course and will be recommending (it) to colleagues.

Observation feedbacks were constructive and helped me to improve my practice.

Approachable and supportive teachers.




Cauldon £495 C



Cauldon £495 C

CAVA - Unit 301-303 - Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement 6317-33



£795 C





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*Subject to eligibility criteria

What is the Gateway to Apprenticeships programme?The programme can prepare you for your future career, helping you to get ready for the world of work and improve your chances of getting an Apprenticeship, job or further training. They give you valuable work experience and employability skills to boost your CV!

We offer 1-1 mentoring and support for the duration of your Traineeship, with access to a range of over 150 full time courses and Apprenticeships on successful completion.

The programme runs for a minimum of ten weeks with the content tailored to your individual needs.

It includes:

• Work preparation training which ensures you are ready and have the confidence to take the first step in your career, such as an Apprenticeship.

• English and maths support to help give you the literacy and numeracy skills needed for the workplace.

• Meaningful work experience which provides insight and experience of the world of work and makes you more attractive to potential employers.

Will I get paid?You will get a FREE bus pass* and £30 weekly bursary for six weeks of the programme.

What occupations are available?At Stoke on Trent College we are able to offer Traineeships in a wide variety of subjects, such as Business Administration, Customer Service, Health and Social Care, Childcare, I.T., Warehousing and Logistics and much more. Please contact us for more information.

Is the programme right for me?The programme is suitable for anyone, providing you:

• Are not currently in a job or employed for more than 16 hours a week

• Are seeking full time employment, an Apprenticeship or further training/education

• Have limited work experience• Are aged 16-24• Do not have a full Level 3 qualification

Who might my work experience be with?We work with a range of local employers in a wide variety of industries to provide genuine work experience, including:

• Scotia Road Garage

• Leighton Hospital

• Caudwell Children

• RubyGirl UK

• S&A Wholesale

…and many more!

For more information please contact the team: Tel: 01782 208208 Email: [email protected]

Aged 16-24? Need the skills to help you get a job or Apprenticeship?Consider the Gateway to Apprenticeships programme!

APPRENTICESHIPS

What will it cost?Every course has a Fee Code (in the last column of the course listing) which determines how much the course will cost and whether or not fee discounts or FREE tuition are available.

Fee Code LThese courses receive government funding, and some learners will be eligible for FREE tuition if they meet specific criteria. Some ‘L’ code courses at Level 3 to 6 may also have an Advanced Learning Loan available for learners aged 19 and over. See below for more information about the criteria for free tuition and overleaf for Advanced Learning Loans.

WILL I HAVE TO PAY?Fee Code LIn general learners will have to pay the published fee, but you may be eligible for FREE tuition if you meet one of the criteria shown below.

FREE TUITION for ‘L’ fee code courses if:

• You are aged under 19 on 31st August 2018

• You are aged between 19 and 23 at the start of the course, studying an eligible first full Level 2 or 3 qualification

• You are aged between 19 and 23 at the start of the course, studying an Entry or Level 1 course (excluding basic skills) in order to progress to a full Level 2

• You are unemployed* and in receipt of Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) or Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) in the Work-Related Activity Group (WRAG)

• You receive Universal Credit because you are unemployed, and are in one of these groups - work-focused interview group, work preparation group, all work-related requirements group - to undertake skills training

• You are unemployed* and receiving any state benefits not listed above but want to enter employment and believe skills training will allow you to do so (at the College’s discretion)

• The course is maths or English, for those without a GCSE grade C / grade 4 or above.

These criteria exclude those aged 19+ wishing to study at Level 3 or above, for whom the Advanced Learning Loan may be available – see overleaf.

Please note that for any course coded L, if you believe you are entitled to FREE tuition, you will need to bring evidence with you when you enrol, such as an entitlement letter or award notice.

You will not be able to attend the course without payment or this evidence. It is your responsibility to notify the College of any change in your personal circumstances.

If you fall into one of the following categories, please seek further advice:

• in custody and released on temporary licence (RoTL) following learning outside a prison environment;

• have left the British Armed Forces after completing four or more years of service or have been medically discharged due to an injury in active service, after completing basic training.

This information is subject to change; for the latest information or clarity on the criteria please contact the Admissions Team on 01782 603634 or email [email protected]

Fee Code CThese courses are full-cost, which means that there is no fee remission available. All learners must pay the full cost of the course.

Fee Code HThese are higher education qualifications, and no fee remission is available. However, most students will be eligible for a tuition fee loan from the Student Loans Company, and may also be eligible for a maintenance loan, depending on your circumstances. For more information visit www.gov.uk/student-finance

Fee Code PThese are community courses, aimed at helping adults of all ages get back into learning. The courses are subsidised so there is no fee remission available, but many of these are already free.

Please note

This prospectus and other college publicity materials offer a guide and outline contents of college courses and the timing of their delivery. The College reserves the right to make changes that may alter the content or provision of any programme. We also reserve the right to withdraw any advertised course.

The fees quoted are correct at the time of printing, but should be checked at enrolment as variations may occur during the year. For up to date fees, please visit www.stokecollege.ac.uk

The course fee published includes any exam fees, but you may have to pay additional costs such as professional body membership, course materials or equipment. However, you may be able to apply to our Learner Support Fund for assistance with these costs.

Unless otherwise stated, if the course is longer than one year (or 36 weeks), the fees shown in this guide are per year and cover the teaching period between 1st August 2018 and 31st July 2019.

*'Unemployed' includes anyone earning less than £330 per month or 16 times the national minimum wage per week. Evidence to demonstrate this satisfactorily will be 2 months' or 6 weeks' wage slips.

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*Students aged 19-23 studying for first Full Level 3 course.

If you are in this age group and are applying to study for your first Full Level 3 qualification, then you may be eligible for FREE tuition and not be required to pay the fee or take out an Advanced Learning Loan. If you are not sure whether you meet this criteria, please contact our Admissions Team.

More information and help• We can help you apply for an Advanced Learning Loan

after you get your course offer from the College

• More information about Advanced Learning Loans can be found at www.stokecollege.ac.uk – in the fees and financial support section

• You may also be eligible for a student bursary to help with childcare costs

• You can get free and impartial money advice from Money Advice Service at www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk

Earn £25,000 or more before you start to

repay the loan

ADVANCED LEARNING LOANS FOR LEARNERS AGED 19+

If you are aged 19+ and wish to study for a Level 3, 4, 5 or 6 ‘L’ code course, the full fee applies, but you may be able to apply for the Advanced Learning Loan to cover your fees for a number of these courses.*

Funding optionsThere are several options for paying your fees if the learning loan is available for your course:

• Pay the full fee before you start your course

• Pay the fee in instalments by Direct Debit

• Finance your studies through an Advanced Learning Loan

Advanced Learning Loans – what you need to know• You must be aged 19 and over, studying at Level 3 to 6

and have lived in the UK for 3 years

• The course you wish to study must be in the government’s specified list of those for which the Advanced Learning Loan is available

• You must not have previously completed and had a loan for a course with the same learning aim

• You can apply for a loan to meet the tuition costs of your course, which will be paid directly to the College on your behalf

• You can borrow from £300 to the full amount of your course fee

• The loan will not be means tested or subject to credit tests – it is a government loan, not a bank loan

• You can apply online or on paper to Student Finance England (part of the Student Loans Company) any time up to the start of your course

Repaying the Advanced Learning Loan – standard arrangements

• You will start to repay the loan from the April after you have finished the course and are earning £25,000 or more

• If you leave the course early you will have to repay the loan paid out to that point

• Any outstanding balance will be written off after 30 years

Access to Higher Education students

• If you study on an Access to HE course you will not have to repay your Advanced Learning Loan if you progress to higher education and successfully complete your course.


How to payWe will accept payment of fees by any of the following methods:

• Cash• Cheque (supported by a valid banker’s cheque card)• Credit/Debit Card (not American Express)• Direct Debit

All learners intending to pay their fees with an Advanced Learner Loan or HE loans but who are unable to provide evidence of either an approved loan or a loan application at the time of enrolment are required to complete a Direct Debit agreement. No collections will be made under any such agreements prior to December 2018 and only then if no evidence of a loan has been provided / is available. No deposit will be payable at the point of enrolment in respect of these categories of learners.

No learner will be registered with an examining body if the fee has not been paid or instalment payments have not been maintained.

SUPPORT WITH YOUR STUDY COSTS

Payment PlansPayment is accepted in instalments for courses lasting at least one term (normally 12 weeks) and when the total fees total £100 or more. Note that instalments are a method of paying the fee which is due and thus all instalments must therefore be paid even if you leave the course early. Learners eligible to pay by instalments can split the fee as follows:

The first of the equal instalments on fees up to £499 must be paid at enrolment, the balance to be paid by Direct Debit. Payment plans of more than four instalments (including any deposit) may be arranged over the course duration. Failure to pay a Direct Debit will result in the whole of any outstanding fees becoming immediately payable.

Higher Education StudentsIn 2018-19, full-time and part-time Higher Education students are able to apply for tuition fee loans. Full-time students may also be eligible for a maintenance loan, depending upon circumstances.

For more information visit www.gov.uk/student-finance or call 01782 603604

Sponsored LearnersWhere payment of fees is to be made by an employer or sponsor, the College requires an official company purchase order confirming that the course fees will be paid upon invoice, providing an address to which the invoice should be sent. Invoices are payable within 21 days and the learner remains liable for the fees until payment is made by the employer or sponsor. A template for a purchase order (for small businesses who may not have an official purchase order system) can be found on the College website.

Fees remain payable in full irrespective of the period that the learner attends or remains employed by the company.

Refund of feesWhere a course fails to recruit sufficient learners to run, or is closed by the College all fees paid shall be refunded. If a satisfactory alternative has been found for the learner, the fees will not be refunded.

General refunds – either in full or in part - will otherwise only be made in exceptional circumstances e.g. incapacity.

Application for refunds should be addressed to the Head of Finance using the College’s ‘Refund Request’ form, which is available from the Admissions Team.

Should a learner decide to cancel their place on a course prior to its commencement, they should notify the College by writing to the Head of Finance. If this letter is received by the College prior to the course commencement date a full refund will be made, however an administration fee of £20 will be charged and deducted from the refund of fees paid.

The College reserves the right to refer any unpaid fees and additional costs incurred to our debt collection agent.

Financial SupportThe College has a range of financial support packages available for learners.If you are on low income you may be eligible for financial assistance towards the cost of your fees, equipment, childcare and/or other expenses whilst studying.

Details can be found on the College website – www.stokecollege.ac.uk

If you wish to apply or require further information please contact our Student Assistance Team on 01782 603604 or email [email protected]

Level of fee payable (excluding learners funded by Advanced Learning Loans or HE loans)

Number of instalments

£100 – £499 Four equal instalments

£500 or more £100 deposit with up to eight equal instalments (subject to course duration)

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CAULDON CAMPUS

STOKE ROAD

SHELTON

STOKE ON TRENT

ST4 2DG

TEL: 01782 208208

EMAIL: [email protected]

WWW: STOKECOLLEGE.AC.UK

BURSLEM CAMPUS

MOORLAND ROAD

BURSLEM

STOKE ON TRENT

ST6 1JJ

CAMPUSES

IN PARTNERSHIP

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