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northumberland.ac.uk

Access more career and life opportunitieswith our extensive range of courses for adults

Courses starting from January

New Year, New You!

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Skills & qualifications

University level qualifications

Hobbies

Skills for employment

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Contents Courses for adults

How to fund your study

Apprenticeships

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Expert teaching staff who are subject specialists or industry professionals

We are the largest further education provider in Northumberland with campuses throughout the county

A safe, supportive and inspiring environment

Coming to Northumberland College will be the start of your journey towards an exciting new future. There are lots of reasons why coming here could be the right choice for you!

Excellent student

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Why choose Northumberland College?

* Northumberland College on-programme survey 2019

92%of our students agree they are developing skillsto get a job or taketheir next step

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A new year of new opportunities

Our extensive redevelopment programme will create new outstanding new facilities including:

Specialist animal management centre

State-of-the-art digital academy

Health simulation wardEquine centre of excellence

Modernised campus at Berwick

Veterinary nursing centre

There’s never a better time to make a change than the start of a new year, and after a challenging year, 2021 can bring a whole new world of opportunity.

With an extensive range of courses for adults starting from January, you’re sure to find the right one to help you achieve your goals. From full-time and flexible part-time courses to short courses and FREE distance learning.

If your annual salary is less than £17,004.00, you may be eligible to study on one of our Level 1 or Level 2 courses for free. So, take a look at our range of courses and access your true potential!

To progress your career or embark on a new one

To learn a new skill or keep your mind active

Reasons to study as an adult

To get back into education or gain a qualification

To achieve a lifelong ambition or take on a new challenge

To meet new friends or develop an interest

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Distancelearning courses

Study at home at a day and time to suit your lifestyle with a wide choice of distance learning courses.

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Course Campus Days Time(s) Start Date Duration(Weeks)

Tuition Fee Help WithCosts

Alcohol and Substance Misuse Level 1 Distance Learning

Any Home study Any 16 FREE FREE

Alcohol Awareness level 1 Distance Learning


Allergy Awareness Distance Learning


Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People

Distance Learning


Behaviour that Challenges in Children Distance Learning


Caring for the Elderly Distance

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Certificate in Common Health Conditions Level 2 Distance Learning

Distance Learning


Certificate in Counselling Skills Distance Learning


Certificate in Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Level 2

Distance Learning


Certificate in Equality and Diversity Distance Learning

Distance Learning


Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance Level 2

Distance Learning


Certificate in the Principles of Business Administration

Distance Learning


Certificate in the Principles of Care Planning Distance Learning


Certificate in the Principles of Customer Service Distance Learning


Certificate in the Principles of Team Leading Distance Learning


Certificate in Understanding Autism Distance Learning


Certificate in Understanding End of Life Care Level 2

Distance Learning


Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health Level 2

Distance Learning


Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes Level 2

Distance Learning


Certificate in Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities Level 2

Distance Learning


Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems Level 2

Distance Learning


Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings Certificate Level 2

Distance Learning


English (from entry level 1) Distance Learning


Event Planning Distance Learning


Falls Prevention Awareness Certificate Level 2 Distance Learning

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Introducing Caring for Children and Young People Certificate Level 2 Distance Learning

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Lean Organisation Management Techniques Distance Learning


Level 2 IT User Skills Distance Learning


Living in a Fair and Diverse Society Distance

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Maths (from entry level 1) Distance Learning


Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition Distance Learning


Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Certificate Level 2 Distance Learning

Distance Learning


Principles of Dementia Care - Level 2 Distance Learning

Distance Learning


Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection - Level 2 Distance Learning

Distance Learning


Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values Distance Learning


Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Distance Learning


Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health Certificate Level 2 Distance Learning

Distance Learning


Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses Certificate Level 2 Distance Learning

Distance Learning


Understanding Dyslexia and Specific Learning Diffilculties

Distance Learning


Understanding Safe Handling of Medicines - Level 2 Distance Learning

Distance Learning


Understanding Working with People with Mental Health Needs Certificate Level 2

Distance Learning


IT Security for Users Level 1 Distance Learning


Improving Productivity Using IT level 1 Distance Learning


Improving Productivity Using IT level 2 Distance Learning


Presentation Software Level 1 Distance Learning


Presentation Software Level 2 Distance Learning


Spreadsheet Software Level 1 Distance Learning


Spreadsheet Software Level 2 Distance Learning


Word processing Software Level 1 Distance Learning


Word processing Software Level 2 Distance Learning


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If you want to expand your skills, train for a new career or gain a nationally recognised qualification, get started with one of our skills and qualification courses, from entry level to level 4.

Skills & qualifications



Access to HE

Pre-Access Level 2 Ashington Mon 09:30-12:30 Mar 1, 2021 12 £225.00

Animal Care

Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants Level 2 Kirkley Hall Tue 09:00-12:00/13:00-16:00 Feb 2, 2021 18 £620.00

Beauty

Certificate in Nail Technology Level 2 Ashington Thur 17:00-20:00 Feb 22, 2021 15 *£362.00

Award in Manicures Ashington Thu 17:00-20:00 Jan 21, 2021 3 £290.00

Education

Award in Education and Training Level 3 Ashington Mon Feb 22, 2021 12 £300.00

ESOL

ESOL English Ashington Mon Various Various Various FREE

ESOL Maths Ashington Mon Various Various Various FREE

ESOL Writing Award Level 1 Ashington Mon Various Various Various FREE

Award in independent Living - accessing community facilities

Ashington Mon Various Various Various FREE

Floristry

Floristry Practical Skills Kirkley Hall Mon 13:00-16:00 Feb 22, 2021 8 £300.00 X

Seasonal Floristry - Spring (Evening) Kirkley Hall Mon 18:00-21:00 Jan 11, 2021 8 £200.00 X

Seasonal Floristry - Spring Kirkley Hall Mon 13:00-16:00 Jan 11, 2021 8 £150.00 X

Seasonal Floristry - Summer Kirkley Hall Mon 13:00-16:00 Apr 26, 2021 8 £150.00 X

Maths and English

Functional Skills English Ashington Thu 17:30 - 19:00 Various Various FREE

Functional Skills Maths Ashington Tue 17:30 - 19:00 Various Various FREE

Health and Social Care

Diploma in Counselling Skills Level 3 Ashington Mon 17:00-20:00 Jan, 2021 23 £2,225

Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities

Ashington Tue 09:30-12:30 Feb 23, 2021 17 £650.00

Sport & Fitness

Certificate in Personal Training Level 3 Ashington Thu 13:00-16:00 Jan 14, 2021 16 £1,417

Level 4 Sports Massage Therapy Ashington Thu 17:00-20:00 Mar 4, 2021 16 £2,225

Travel and Tourism

Introduction to hospitality for the visitor economy Ashington Mon/Tue/Wed 09:30-15:30 Jan 25, 2021 15 £225.00

Welcoming tourists for the visitor economy Ashington Fri 09:30-15:30 Feb 12, 2021 1 £25.00

Event planning for the visitor economy Ashington Tue/Wed/Thu 09:30-15:30 Jan 19, 2021 18 £362.00

Diploma in Aviation and Level 2 Certificate in Cabin Crew (ran together)

Ashington Tue/Wed/Thu 09:30-15:30 Jan 19, 2021 21 £1,870 and £750

Learn for pleasure with our exciting and practical courses covering a variety of hobbies. Discover a new interest, develop an existing one, or have fun meeting new friends.

HobbiesCourse Campus Days Time(s) Start Date Duration

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Animal Care

Introduction to Bee Keeping Kirkley Hall Mon 18.00 -20.00 Feb 1, 2021 16 £250.00 X

Introduction to Lambing Practice Kirkley Hall Fri 09.30 -12.30 Apr 2, 2021 1 Day £50.00 X

Floristry

Seasonal Floristry - Easter Wreath Kirkley Hall Fri 09.30 -12.30 Mar 26, 2021 1 Day £40.00 X

Seasonal Floristry - Mothers Day Kirkley Hall Mon 13.00-16.00 Mar 1, 2021 1 Day £40.00 X

Seasonal Floristry - Valentines Day Kirkley Hall Mon 13.00-16.00 Feb 8, 2021 1 Day £40.00 X

Seasonal Floristry - Basic Wedding Design Kirkley Hall Sat 09.30-12.30 Apr 17, 2021 1 Day £40.00 X

Sewing

Creative Sewing Kirkley Hall Tue 09:30-15:30 Jan, 2021 10 £280.00 X

Creative Sewing Kirkley Hall Wed 09:30-15:30 Jan, 2021 10 £280.00 X

Creative Sewing Kirkley Hall Tue 09:30-15:30 Apr 13, 2021 10 £280.00 X

Creative Sewing Kirkley Hall Wed 09:30-15:30 Apr 14, 2021 10 £280.00 X

Gardening

Introduction to Allotments Kirkley Hall Tue 09.30-11.30 Apr 13, 2021 1 Day £40 X

Introduction to Propagation Kirkley Hall Tue 09.30-11.30 May 11, 2021 1 Day £40 X

Chainsaw for the home user Kirkley Hall Sat 09:00-16:00 Apr 17, 2021 1 Day £80 X

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#There will be additional costs incurred for these courses i.e kit costs *Fees per year

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Our flexible higher education courses will take your skills to the next level and will help you access new opportunities. They can progress your existing career or provide you with the qualifications you need to pursue a new one.



Computing

HNC Computing Ashington Tue/Thu 17:45-21:00 Feb 1, 2021 30 £5,999 X

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We offer short, part-time courses which help adults enhance their employability skills and get you ready for a range of different jobs.

Skills for employment


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Careers in Construction (with CSCS Card) Ashington Mon-Fri 9:30 - 15:30 Various 11 days over 3 weeks FREE FREE

Careers in Construction (with CSCS Card) Blyth Mon-Fri 9:30 - 15:30 Various 11 days over 3 weeks FREE FREE

Asbestos Awareness Ashington Mon-Fri 9:30 - 15:30 Various 2 days over 1 week FREE FREE

Careers in Warehousing and Storage (with Forklift Truck) Blyth Mon-Fri 9:30 - 15:30 Various 10 days over 2 weeks FREE FREE

Careers in Business Admin Ashington Mon-Fri 9:30 - 15:30 Various 10 days over 2 weeks FREE FREE

Careers in Adult Social Care (with Guranteed Job Interview)

Ashington Mon-Fri 9:30 - 15:30 Various 12 days over 2 weeks FREE FREE

Careers in Cleaning Ashington Mon-Fri 9:30 - 15:30 Various 4 days over 1 week FREE FREE

Careers in Manufacturing Ashington Mon-Fri 9:30 - 15:30 Various 8 days over 2 weeks FREE FREE

Digital Skills Ashington Mon-Fri 9:30 - 15:30 Various 10 days over 2 weeks FREE FREE

Digital Skills Ashington Tue & Thu

17:30 - 21:00 Jan 26, 2021 10 weeks FREE FREE

Get Ready for Contact Centre Distance Learning


Get Ready for the Office Distance Learning


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Free study

How to fund your study

Depending on your circumstances you may qualify for free or discounted study. Our welfare team can advise you on your eligibility.

Adult Learner Support Funds If you’re aged 19 or over, on a further education course and a low income, you may be able to get Learner Support. You can apply through the college who will assess your circumstances and advise if you are eligible.

Accommodation and travel

This can help with the cost of things like: Childcare

Advanced Learner LoanIf you are aged 19 or over and are looking to study a course Level 3 or above, you will be able to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to pay for course fees. You will not have to pay anything back until you are earning £1,615 per month or over.

If you study an Access to Higher Education course and go on to successfully complete a degree course, then your Advanced Learner Loan will be written off.

Course materials and equipment

* Level 1 and Level 2 courses, subject to status

than £17,004? You could study for

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Apprenticeships

Excellent prospectsStarting in the workplace means there is lots of potential for you to progress quickly, giving you a fast track route to career success.

Great supportYou will get the best of both worlds with support from your employer and college to make sure you achieve and get the best outof your apprenticeship.

Best reasons to choose an apprenticeship

Apprenticeships are open to anyone, whatever your age or level you have reached. If full-time study is not for you then an apprenticeship can help you get started in a new career! You’ll gain real work experience, job skills and knowledge and study towards a relevant qualification. We offer a wide range of apprenticeships, for our latest vacancies, visit our website.

£££Get paidYou will earn at least the minimum apprentice wage of £4.15 an hour.*

Wide choice of careersWe are one of the biggest apprenticeship providers in the region and offer over 40 apprenticeship programmes in lots of career sectors.

Earn while you learnWhat’s not to like about earning money while learning on-the-job, and getting nationally recognised qualifications all at the same time?

A competitive edgeAn apprenticeship will give you the edge when compet-ing for jobs against other well-qualified candidates.

Gain skillsNot only will you develop job specific skills, you will gain transferable skills, such as time management, that you can use in other industries and careers.

Real jobYou will be doing a real job for a real employer and putting your skills and knowledge into practice will show employers what you are capable of.

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An alternative to universityHigher apprenticeships mean that you can become qualified to degree level and beyond.

Get hiredThe qualifications, skills and experience you gain will look super impressive on your CV and your apprenticeship could even turn into a full-time job.

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northumberland.ac.ukDetails correct at time of publication, courses are subject to change

How to enrol

Pre-register for an enrolment event at our Ashington and Kirkley Hall campuses:Wednesday 6 January 2021 4:30-6:30pm*Pre-registration is essential

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New Year, New You!...There’s never a better time to make a change than the start of a new year, and ... new challenge To meet new friends or develop an interest . 4 Distance learning