Knowsley Community COllege Course Guide

2012

KNOWSLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

www.knowsleycollege.ac.uk • 0845 155 1055 • [email protected]

• COLLEGE PAYS Page 3 • APPRENTICESHIPS Page 10• INFORMATION FOR 16-18 YEAR OLDS Pages 4-5 • BUSINESS TRAINING Page 11• INFORMATION FOR ADULTS Pages 6-7 • ENROLMENT DATES Page 12• COURSE LISTINGS Pages 8-9

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ENROLMENT STARTS THURSDAY 23RD AUGUST 2012


Our Centres

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WELCOME TO KNOWSLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE!

Meet the Principal

Get ready to enrol and become part of our successat KCC!

• 100% Apprenticeship Framework success in 7 industry sectors• 95% A Level pass rate (with 20 subjects achieving 100%)• 393 Distinction grades achieved on Level 3 vocational courses

Welcome to Knowsley Community College! I am delighted you are thinking about joining us.This is an enterprising and forward-looking College where our teachers are passionate about learning and totally committed to your success. The College Centres in Roby and Kirkby provide a safe and caring environment in which we promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect and positive behaviour and a strong sense of community. This is underpinned by effective guidance and support for learners throughout. If you are looking for a friendly, welcoming College where you will be valued as an individual and treated as an adult, then Knowsley is the College for you.

Apply today and start your journey to success with Knowsley Community College.

You can study everything from Apprenticeships, BTECs and Vocational Courses through to A Levelsat our purpose-built Roby Sixth Form Centre.

We’ve got modern facilities and fantastically friendly staff, who go out of their way to help you settle in, make new friends and achieve your full potential.

Knowsley Community College is easily accessible from anywhere on Merseyside: the Roby Centre is less than 10 minutes by bus from Old Swan and the Kirkby Centre is less than 20 minutes by train from Liverpool City Centre. The College puts on extra bus routes and provides ample free parking.

Our Roby Centre boasts modern hair and beauty salons

and a silver service restaurant, Expressions, all of which

are open to the public and give our students real industry

experience. Community Radio Station KCC Live 99.8FM

is also based at the Roby Centre and many studentschoose to volunteer at the station in their spare time.

A 180 seat performance theatre, sports hall, gym and

Apple Mac suite complete the list of excellent facilities

available to students at our Roby Centre.

Roby Centre: Rupert Rd, Roby, L36 9TD

The Kirkby Centre is home to the majority of our vocational and apprenticeship courses and includes the College’s £5 million Management and Industrial Innovation Centre. This Centre also features the College’s Engineering Machine Shop, Construction Site, Carpentry Workshop, Motor Vehicle Garage andBusiness Centre. From September 2012 Hair andBeauty courses will also be available at our Kirkby Centre.

Kirkby Centre: Cherryfield Drive, Kirkby, L32 8SF

Steve Logan, Principal


2011 Success

STUDENT SERVICES: 0845 155 1055

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Can I afford to go to College?

Our exclusive COLLEGE PAYS package will give 16-18 year olds up to £800 a year (that’s £1,600 if your course is 2 years)!Adults (19+) can access up to £1,800 per year!*

Aged 16 - 18?Support will be available for many students and includes:• £15 weekly allowance (which is up to £540 a year)• Subsidised bus travel (worth up to £184 per year)• Help with the cost of essential equipment, trips and visits• Hardship bursaries for financial emergencies

We have generous assessment criteria and you will qualify for this support if:• You received free school meals in year 11, OR• Your parents are in receipt of one of the following means-tested benefits: Income Support Income-based Job Seekers Allowance Employment Support Allowance, OR• Your household income is less than £16,000 per year

Enhanced Bursary of £1,200 per yearThe College recognises that some students require a greater level of support and those who qualify will receive £33 per week if:• You are in care• You are a care leaver• You are in receipt of Income Support• You are disabled and in receipt of Employment Support Allowance and Disability Allowance

Aged 19+?Our Adult Bursary package will support students with:• £25 per week (which is up to £900 per year)• Subsidised bus travel (worth up to £275)• Assistance with tuition feesYou will qualify for this support if your household income is less than £16,000 per year.

Plus, all students will receive• Free breakfast tea and toast• Attendance and performance rewards• Access to discounts and special offers with local retailers simply by showing your College Membership Card at participating stores.

* Financial assessment required. Other terms and conditions apply.

For further information please contactStudent Services on 0151 477 5824 or 0151 481 4629

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ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships offer you the chance to earn while you learn, giving you real employment experience at the same time as gaining the qualifications you need to succeed.

Apprentices can start at any time during the year. Apprenticeships offered by the College include a Level 2 Apprenticeship (equivalent to five GCSE passes), a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship (equivalent to two A Level passes) and a Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship (equivalent to a Degree Level qualification).

Vocational and Professional QualificationsA wide range of Awards, Certificates and Diplomas are available from Level 1 right up to Level 4, so whatever your previous qualifications we will have the course for you. Courses are designed and tailored to prepare you for employment in a specific career or industry.

Supported LearningSupported Learning allows all students to enjoy and achieve to their full potential. The Supported Learning Team can help if you have a learning difficulty, physical disability or a sensory impairment. Our courses can help you to develop your life and employability skills and can help individuals to become more independent and involved in their community.

With an extensive range of vocational and Sixth Formcourses and over twenty apprenticeships to choosefrom, Knowsley CommunityCollege is the right choice toget you ready for a successfulcareer.

Industry-trained staff, great facilities and excellent successrates will ensure your time atCollege is both enjoyable andvaluable.

Get a Life Changing Educationat Knowsley Community College!

WHAT CAN I STUDY?

AGED 16-18?

ADAM GREEN - Former A Level Student and 2012 Olympic Torchbearer

“I had been volunteering at the College radio station - 99.8FM KCC Live at breakfast for severalyears. Despite the early mornings and unsociable hours, my friend and I broadcasted the breakfastshow live and on time each day without fail.

KCC Live’s programme controller nominated me to carry the Olympic Torch because of all my workat the station and I was delighted when I found out I had been selected. It was a true honour tocarry the torch and something I will remember for the rest of my life.”Case Stu

dy

We work with businesses so that they want to

work with you!

“College has everything you need; there are loads

of facilities which are always available to us.”

Leah Smithers, A Level Student

“Student Services are always there to help if

you have any problems or just need a bus pass.”

Rachael Conneely, Performing Arts Student

Our aim is for all of our students to go on to achievetheir career ambitions, that’swhy we have built strong linkswith the local business community to ensure that allour courses are up-to-date withthe latest industry requirements. During yourtime at College you will be offered the best career adviceso that you can make the rightchoices for your future.

“Tutors are always there to give you advice and youcan trust them because they are so experienced inthe industry.” Jayke Phillips, Music Student


AGED 16-18?

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A LevelsWe offer A Levels in a wide range ofsubjects. A Levels are taught at ourpurpose-built Roby Sixth Form Centre fully-equipped with IT resources, 180 seat performing artstheatre, art and design studios andmuch more.

BTEC Level 3 Extended DiplomasThese qualifications are recognisedby employers and universities asbeing of equal value to A Levels.

These are more practical than classroom-based learning and focuson a specific career-related area.

Courses areas include: Art and Design, Business, Computing, Engineering, Media, PerformingArts, Music, Public Services andSport.

We also offer Foundation Art and Design (Pre Degree Level 3-4).

To become an Advanced Level student at Knowsley Community College, you must have achieved*:• 5 or more GCSEs, Grade C or above (including English and two other main National Curriculum subjects).• Or 4 or more GCSEs, Grade C or better (English must be one of these GCSEs), with a BTEC First Diploma.• Or other intermediate qualifications (including English, plus one National Curriculum subject).

A combination of GCSEs and BTECFirst Diplomas is acceptable forsome subjects

*Some subject areas may have morespecific requirements which will beclearly communicated on application.

Trips and VisitsTo supplement your studies, Sections also run a numberof curriculum enrichment activities. These might includesubject-specific master classes and conferences in venues across the country and sometimes further afield.

There will be a number of social activities and eventsthat you can participate in. Throughout the year we organise personal development and team building activities, charity events and much more.

EnrichmentAt Knowsley Community College there is a range of extra-curricular activities you can get involved in; theseinclude Volunteering, Driving Theory Practice, Sign Language, First Aid, Mountain Biking and weekly sportsactivities.

One of our most popular enrichment activities is volunteering with KCC Live 99.8FM. The station is basedat the Roby Centre and offers students and outside volunteers the chance to learn radio and media skills.There is a real buzz down in the station and it is greatplace to make new friends and socialise whilst developing skills for your future.

For information on all our enrichment activities you canemail: [email protected] or speak to amember of staff in Student Services.

The Student CouncilKnowsley Community College’s Student Council is madeup of Student Representatives from all areas of the College and works to give all students at the College avoice on matters that affect them.

Becoming a Student Representative is another great opportunity to enhance your CV and develop your communication and organisational skills. It is an interesting and fun experience where you will get to haveyour say on important issues relating to all areas of College life and give College management a student’sperspective. As a Student Rep, you will learn how to advocate and represent the views of others and will takepart in a range of activities including regular meetingswith students, staff and managers at the College.

For more information about the Student Council or becoming a Student Rep please contact [email protected] or speak to amember of staff in Student Services.

Level 3 Learningsecure your place at university!If you want to learn in an exciting, fast-paced environment and haveyour sights set on a place at university, our Level 3 courses are for you. A very high proportion of students each year progress on to universities or into professional careers. Former students rate the College very highly for providing them with excellent preparation for university life and the world of work.


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Invest in your future at Knowsley Community College!INFORMATION FOR ADULTS (AGED 19+)

A GUIDE TO ADULT COURSES:Full-time and Part-time Vocational CoursesThe College offers hundreds of vocational courses at alllevels. From Hair and Beauty and Engineering, to Accounting and Computing, we are sure that we will havethe right course for you.

Courses are available from Level 1 up to Level 4, to further your skills in a specific career or industry.

Access to Higher EducationThe Access to Higher Education course offers anyonewithout the traditional A Level requirements the chanceto apply for a university degree course. An exciting oneyear full-time course could be your passport to a place atuniversity. Many people in recent years have chosen theCollege for this course and enjoyed great success. Placesare limited but you can be considered with just five goodGCSEs or equivalent.

ApprenticeshipsWhatever your age, apprenticeships are the modern wayto earn whilst you learn. As an apprentice you will receive workplace training which is flexible to meet theneeds of you and your employer.

The College offers an exciting range of apprenticeships in over twenty career areas and this is expanding all thetime. Apprenticeships range from Level 2 up to Level 4and 5 in some areas, so whatever your situation an apprenticeship can be a great way to study. See page 10for more details.

Free English and Maths CoursesThese courses are suitable for adults of all ages andbackgrounds who wish to improve their skills in Englishand Maths. Whether you want to help your children withtheir homework or gain qualifications to improve youremployment prospects we can help you get the skills youneed.

English and Maths courses also allow you to gain nationally recognised City & Guilds or GCSE qualifications. These courses are rightly very popular andevery year hundreds of people enjoy short part-timecourses with friendly and supportive tutors at venues allover Knowsley. The work is also personalised to suit yourneeds and at the start of the course we will identify whatyou may want to work upon and what you’re already goodat doing. All these courses are also fully-funded meaningthose taking part will pay nothing at all.

Higher EducationSave on University fees by studying for a Foundation Degree or Higher National Diploma at Knowsley Community College. We offer university-standard teaching right on your doorstep and at a much lowercost.

Currently our Higher Education offer consists of Leisureand Tourism Management (full-time), Information Technology (full-time), HND in Creative Media Production and HND in Performing Arts.

We are experts in adulteducation and offer awide choice of coursesfor learners aged 19+.Whether you are looking to brush up onyour English and Mathsskills or wish to take a professional qualification to boostyour career, we canhelp you to succeed.We can offer advice on the bestcourse for you. Please call Student Services on 0845 1551055 or drop in to one of our Centres in Roby and Kirkby.

Case StudyJESSICA SMITH- Access toHigher Education (Health Professionals)

“The Access course has been afantastic learning experience. Itis fast-paced and challengingbut this means that you leavefully prepared for university. Myaim is to become a Radiographerand the Access into Health Professionals was the best routefor me to get onto a degreecourse.

I have now secured a place atLiverpool University for Diagnostic Radiography and Iam so grateful to the College forhelping me to achieve mydream.”


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INFORMATION FOR ADULTS (AGED 19+)Business TrainingIf you are looking to climb the career ladder, we can helpyou to develop the skills and gain the qualificationsneeded to stand out from the crowd and get ahead. Ourcourses are available up to Level 5 and we can work withemployers to offer training that fits in with your workingday. See page 11 for more information.

Supported LearningSupported Learning allows students to enjoy and achieveto their full potential. The Supported Learning Team canhelp if you have a learning difficulty, physical disabilityor a sensory impairment. Our courses can help you todevelop your life and employability skills and can helpindividuals to become more independent and involved intheir community.

Teacher EducationThe College has established a reputation for providingquality teacher education. It has forged strong links withboth academic and industrial organisations and is committed to providing trainees with the very best training needed to deal with a rapidly changing and demanding profession in the Lifelong Learning Sector.The programmes of study offer exciting and innovativetraining and strive to produce high quality teachers, whounderstand the needs of their learners.

Thinking about gaining new skills?From Creative Writing to First Aid, the College offersa changing variety of short courses at venues all overKnowsley. We have not listed the courses in thisguide as many are demand-led and require minimum numbers to run; however you can callJean, our friendly Community Engagement Coordinator on 0151 477 5808 to find out what iscurrently available, or just register your interest insomething which may well soon become availablenear you.

WorkWorld Success: Patrick Towey'Go for Customer Service' at WetherspoonsPatrick attended the College over two weeks and was trained in customer service, food safety and first aid. Patrick sailed throughthe training and on completion was offered employment at PrescotWetherspoons. Patrick has now been at Wetherspoons for six monthsand is enjoying every minute; he has even been put forward to undergo training to become a team leader!

Patrick said: “Going back to College and getting new qualificationswas a great experience and the staff at Knowsley Community Collegewere very supportive and encouraging. I would advise anyone who isunemployed to think about getting new qualifications as going backto education isn’t as daunting as you may think.”

WorkWorld can open up a world of opportunity in just a fewweeks with dynamic short courses designed to get you backinto work and give you the skills and confidence you need tosucceed!

WorkWorld offers different Pathways so that you can GO For thecareer that’s right for you. Most of the Pathways are based inour state-of-the-art facility on Princess Drive in Huyton, whilstsome of our more vocationally-specific Pathways are based atour Roby or Kirkby Centres. You will enjoy an informal, relaxedatmosphere with plenty of support from skilled and experiencedstaff.

Pathways include:• Go for Customer Service• Go for Skills for Life• Go for Skills for Life (parents and carers)• Go for Care• Go for Engineering• Go for Welding• Go for Coaching in the Community• Go for Jobs• Go for Computer Skills• Go for Renewable Energy Skills

To find out more speak to your Jobcentre Plus adviser or call: 0151 329 2196

WorkWorld

Course Funding and FeesTo find out the cost of any course listed in thisguide please call Student Services on 0845 1551055 or call in to one of our Centres.

Fee remission, funding and discounts apply formany adults depending on individual circumstancesand previous qualifications. Flexible payment termsare also available.


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A LEVELS (ROBY CENTRE)Accounting Level 3 2 yearsArt & Design Unendorsed Level 3 2 yearsBiology Level 3 2 yearsCommunication and Culture Level 3 2 yearsEnglish Language Level 3 2 yearsEnglish Literature Level 3 2 yearsHistory Level 3 2 yearsInformation Communication Technology Level 3 2 yearsLaw Level 3 2 yearsMathematics Level 3 2 yearsPsychology Level 3 2 yearsReligious Studies Level 3 2 yearsSociology Level 3 2 yearsStatistics Level 3 2 yearsBTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science(Forensics) Level 3 2 years

Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions) Level 3 1 yearAccess to Higher Education Diploma(Humanities and Social Sciences) Level 3 1 yearPreparation for Access to HELevel 2 1 year

BTEC Diploma in Art & Design Level 2 1 yearBTEC Diploma in Creative Media Production Level 1 1 yearBTEC Diploma in Creative Media ProductionLevel 2 1 yearBTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design Level 3 2 yearsBTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production Level 3 2 yearsBTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Level 3 1 year

ART AND CREATIVE MEDIA TECHNOLOGIES(ROBY CENTRE)

Award in Welding SkillsLevel 2 15 weeksBTEC Extended Diploma in EngineeringLevel 3 2 yearsCertificate in Preparation for Working in theEngineering Manufacturing IndustryLevel 2 1 yearDiploma for the Introduction to VechicleTechnologyEntry 3 1 yearDiploma in Engineering and Technology - ElectricalLevel 2Diploma in Engineering and Technology - Mechanical Level 2 1 yearDiploma in Engineering and Technology - Electrical Level 3 1 yearDiploma in Engineering and Technology - Mechanical Level 3 1 yearDiploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance andRepair PrinciplesLevel 2 1 yearDiploma in Vehicle Fitting PrinciplesLevel 2 1 yearDiploma in Vehicle MaintenanceLevel 1 1 yearNVQ Certificate in Performing EngineeringOperationsLevel 1 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Performing EngineeringOperationsLevel 2 1 year

Functional Skills EnglishN/A 18 weeksFunctional Skills MathsN/A 18 weeks

Award in the Extended ProjectLevel 3 1 yearEnglish LanguageLevel 2 1 yearInformation Communication TechnologyLevel 2 1 yearLawLevel 2 1 yearMathematicsLevel 2 1 yearPsychologyLevel 2 1 yearReligious StudiesLevel 2 1 yearScienceLevel 2 1 yearSociologyLevel 2 1 year

ENGINEERING (KIRKBY CENTRE)

COMPUTING AND IT (KIRKBY CENTRE)Advanced Apprenticeship in ITQ Level 3 18 - 24 monthsApprenticeship in IT, Software,Web & Telecoms Professional Level 3 18 - 24 monthsApprenticeship in ITQ Level 2 12 - 18 monthsBTEC Diploma in IT Level 2 1 yearBTEC Extended Diploma in IT Level 3 2 years

Advanced Apprenticeship in Brickwork Level 3 24 - 36 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship in Joinery Level 3 24 - 36 monthsApprenticeship in BrickworkLevel 2 22 monthsApprenticeship in JoineryLevel 2 22 monthsApprenticeship in Paintingand DecoratingLevel 3 24 - 36 monthsPathway to Employment in theConstruction IndustriesLevel 1 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in ElectrotechnicalServices Level 3 38 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship in EngineeringFabrication and WeldingLevel 3 24 - 36 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship in EngineeringMechanical ManufacturingLevel 3 24 - 36 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship in Motor VehicleLevel 3 24 - 36 monthsApprenticeship in Business ImprovmentTechniques (BIT)Level 2 12 - 18 monthsApprenticeship in EngineeringLevel 2 12 - 18 monthsApprenticeship in Engineering - ImprovingOperational PerformanceLevel 2 12 - 18 monthsApprenticeship in Maintenance OperationLevel 2 22 monthsApprenticeship in Motor VehicleLevel 2 20 monthsAward in Introductory Manual Metal Arc(MMA) WeldingLevel 1 9 weeksAward in Introductory Metal Inert Gas(TIG) WeldingLevel 1 9 weeksAward in Introductory Oxy-Acetylene WeldingLevel 1 9 weeksAward in Introductory Tungsten Inert Gas(TIG) WeldingLevel 1 9 weeks

CHOOSE YOUR COURSE .....

ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION(ROBY CENTRE)

GCSES (ROBY CENTRE)

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS(ROBY AND KIRKBY CENTRES)

Advanced Apprenticeship in Barbering (Roby) Level 3 18 - 24 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship in Hairdressing (Roby)Level 3 18 - 24 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship in Nail Services (Roby)Level 3 18 - 24 monthsApprenticeship in Barbering (Roby) Level 2 12 - 18 monthsApprenticeship in Beauty Therapy (Roby) Level 2 12 - 18 monthsApprenticeship in Hairdressing (Roby) Level 2 12 - 18 monthsBaby Massage (Roby) N/A 3 hoursBody Massage (Roby) N/A 1 dayCertificate in an Introduction to the Hair andBeauty Sector (Roby) Entry 3 1 yearCertificate in Cosmetic Make-up (Roby)Level 2 28 weeksCertificate in Fashion and PhotographicMake-up (Roby)Level 3 28 weeksCertificate in Nail Technology (Roby)Level 2 28 weeksDiploma in Barbering (Roby)Level 2 1 yearDiploma in Beauty Therapy (Roby and Kirkby)Level 2 1 yearDiploma in Hairdressing (Roby and Kirkby)Level 2 1 yearHair Extensions (Roby)N/A 1 dayHot Stones (Roby)N/A 1 dayMake-up (Roby)N/A 1 dayManicure (Roby)N/A 1 dayNVQ Diploma in Barbering (Roby)Level 3 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy General (Roby)Level 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy General (Roby)Level 3 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (Roby)Level 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (Roby)Level 3 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Nail Services (Roby)Level 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Nail Services (Roby)Level 3 1 yearPedicure (Roby)N/A 1 dayPoppets (False Nails) (Roby)N/A 1 dayTanning (Roby)N/A 1 dayTrendy Nail Wraps (Roby)N/A 1 day

HAIRDRESSING & BEAUTY THERAPY(ROBY AND KIRKBY CENTRES)

CONSTRUCTION (KIRKBY CENTRE)

Course Funding and FeesTo find out the cost of any course listed in this guide please call Student Services on 0845 155 1055 or call in to one of our Centres. Fee remission, funding and discounts apply for many adults depending on individual circumstances and previous qualifications.


Advanced Apprenticeship in Retail Level 3 18 - 24 monthsApprenticeship in Retail Skills Level 2 12 - 18 monthsApprenticeship in Warehousing and Storage Level 3 12 - 18 months

BTEC Diploma in Public Services Level 2 1 yearBTEC Diploma in Sport Level 2 1 yearBTEC Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure Level 1 1 yearBTEC Extended Diploma in Public Services Level 3 2 yearsBTEC Extended Diploma in Sport Level 3 2 yearsCertificate in Personal Training Level 3 1 yearDiploma in Prevention and Managementof Sports Injuries Level 3 1 yearDiploma in Skills Towards Sport Level 3 2 yearsNVQ Diploma in Sports Development Level 3 2 years

Certificate in Personal and SocialDevelopment Entry 1/2 1 yearCertificate in Personal and SocialDevelopment Entry 3 1 yearCertificate in Personal and SocialDevelopment Level 1 1 yearCertificate in Personal Progress Entry 1/2 1 year

Additional Diploma to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector - Numeracy Level 5 13 weeksAward in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning SectorLevel 4 13 weeksCertificate in Assessing VocationalAchievementLevel 3 8 weeksCertificate in Higher Education (PCET)Level 5 1 yearProfessional Graduate Certificatein Education (PCET)Level 6 1 year

BTEC Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism Level 3 2 yearsDiploma in Travel and Tourism Professionals Level 2 1 yearDiploma for Travel and Tourism Professionals Level 3 1 yearDiploma for the Travel and Tourism Industry Level 1 1 yearIntroduction to Cabin Crew and theAviation Environment Level 2 1 year

Welcome to Learning N/A 1 year

A Beginner’s Guide to Running Your OwnBusiness (Kirkby) N/A 1 dayAward in Food Safety in Catering(Roby/Kirkby) Level 2 1 dayBritish Sign Language (Roby) N/A 1 dayBudgeting for the Small Business(AAT Essentials) (Kirkby) N/A 6 hoursCertificate in the Requirements for ElectricalInstallations - 17th Edition - 2382-10(Kirkby) Level 3 4 daysCertificate in the Requirements for ElectricalInstallations - 17th Edition - 2382-20(Kirkby) Level 3 4 daysDementia Awareness (Kirkby) N/A 1 dayDiploma in Leadership for Health and SocialCare, Children and Young Peoples Services(Kirkby) Level 5 12 monthsEarly Years Nutrition (Kirkby) N/A 24 hoursFinance for Non-financial Managers(AAT Essentials) (Kirkby) N/A 6 hoursFirst Aid at Work (Kirkby) N/A 1 dayFirst Aid (Emergency) (Kirkby) N/A 3 daysInfection Control (Kirkby) N/A 1 dayIOSH Managing Safely Certificate (Kirkby) N/A 4 daysIOSH Working Safely (Kirkby) N/A 1 dayMaking Sense of Financial Document(AAT Essentials) (Kirkby) N/A 6 hoursManaging Cash Flow, Keeping Your BusinessHealthy (Kirkby) N/A 6 hoursMiDAS Mini Bus Training (Kirkby) N/A 3 hoursMoving and Handling (Kirkby) N/A 1 daySafeguarding Adults (Kirkby/Roby) N/A 1 day

Certificate in Fashion and Photographic Make-Up (Roby) Level 3 28 weeksCertificate in Cosmetic Make-Up (Roby) Level 2 6 hoursCertificate in Nail Technology (Roby) Level 2 28 weeksCertificate in Accounting (Kirkby) Level 2 1 yearDiploma in Accounting (Kirkby) Level 3 1 yearAward in Preparing to Teach in the LifeLongLearning Sector (Kirkby) Level 4 13 weeksAdditional Diploma in Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy) in the Lifelong Learning Sector(Kirkby) 13 weeks

Apprenticeship in Professional CookeryLevel 2 12 -18 monthsApprenticeship in Beverage ServiceLevel 2 12 -18 monthsApprenticeship in Food and Beverage ServiceLevel 2 12 -18 monthsApprenticeship in Hospitality ServicesLevel 2 12 -18 monthsApprenticeship in Kitchen ServiceLevel 2 12 -18 monthsCertificate in Investigating theHospitality IndustryLevel 1 1 yearDiploma in Advanced Professional CookeryLevel 3 1 yearDiploma in Professional CookeryLevel 1 1 yearDiploma in Professional CookeryLevel 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Accountancy Level 3 12 - 18 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship inBusiness and Administration Level 3 18 - 24 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship inBusiness and Administration - Medical Level 3 18 - 24 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship inCustomer Service Level 3 18 - 24 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship inProperty Services Level 3 18 - 24 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship inTeam Leading and Mamagement Level 3 18 - 24 monthsApprenticeship in Accountancy Level 2 12 - 18 monthsApprenticeship in Business andAdministration Level 2 12 - 18 monthsApprenticeship in Customer Service Level 2 12 - 18 monthsApprenticeship in Team Leading Level 2 12 - 18 monthsBTEC Diploma in Business Level 2 1 yearBTEC Extended Diploma in Business Level 3 2 yearsCertificate in Accounting Level 2 1 yearDiploma in Accounting Level 3 1 yearDiploma in Accounting Level 4 1 yearHigher Apprenticeship in Accountancy Level 4 12 - 18 monthsHigher Apprenticeship in BusinessAdministration Level 4 12 - 18 monthsHigher Apprenticeship in Team Leadingand Management Level 5 12 months

BTEC Diploma in Music Level 2 1 yearBTEC Extended Diploma in Music TechnologyLevel 3 2 years

BTEC Diploma in Performing Arts Level 1 1 yearBTEC Diploma in Performing Arts Level 2 1 yearBTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Level 3 2 yearsDiploma in Skills Towards PerformingArts and Music Entry 3 1 years

MUSIC (ROBY CENTRE) TRAVEL AND TOURISM (ROBY CENTRE)

PERFORMING ARTS (ROBY CENTRE)

SPORT AND PUBLIC SERVICES(ROBY CENTRE)

SUPPORTED LEARNING(ROBY CENTRE)

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TEACHER TRAINING (KIRKBY CENTRE)

Advanced Apprenticeship in AlliedHealth Level 3 18 - 24 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship inHealth & Social Care Level 3 18 - 24 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship in SpecialistSupport for Teaching and Learning Level 3 18 - 24 monthsApprenticeship for Support Teachingand Learning Level 3 18 - 24 monthsApprenticeship in Children and YoungPeople’s Workforce Level 3 18 - 24 monthsApprenticeship in Children and YoungPeople’s Workforce Level 2 12 - 18 monthsApprenticeship in Health and Social CareLevel 2 12 - 18 monthsApprenticeship in Health and Social Care(Cadet Nurses)Level 2 12 monthsApprenticeship in Youth WorkLevel 2 12 - 18 monthsBTEC Diploma in Health and Social CareLevel 1 1 yearBTEC Diploma in Health and Social CareLevel 2 1 yearBTEC Extended Diploma inHealth and Social CareLevel 3 2 yearsBTEC Extended Diploma inHealth and Social Care - CadetsLevel 3 2 yearsApprenticeship in Supporting Teaching andLearning in SchoolsLevel 2 12 - 18 monthsDiploma for The Children and YoungPeople’s WorkforceLevel 3 1 yearDiploma in Caring for ChildrenLevel 1 1 yearDiploma in Child Care and EducationLevel 2 1 yearDiploma in Health and Social Care(Adults) for EnglandLevel 3 1 year

Foundation Degree in InformationTechnology (Kirkby) Level 5 2 yearsFoundation Degree in Leisure and TourismManagement (Kirkby) Level 5 2 yearsHigher National Diploma in CreativeMedia Production (LMA) Level 5 2 yearsHigher National Diploma inPerforming Arts (Elliott Clarke) Level 5 2 years

Advanced Apprenticeship inProfessional Cookery Level 3 18 - 24 monthsAdvanced Apprenticeship in Supervisionand Leadership Skills Level 3 18 - 24 monthsApprenticeship in Food Productionand Cooking Level 2 12 -18 monthsApprenticeship in Food ServiceLevel 2 12 -18 monthsApprenticeship in Front of House ReceptionLevel 2 12 -18 monthsApprenticeship in HousekeepingLevel 2 12 -18 months

COLLEGE COURSE LISTING BY SECTION

HOSPITALITY (ROBY CENTRE)

HEALTH CARE AND EDUCATION(KIRKBY CENTRE)

BUSINESS TRAINING(ROBY AND KIRKBY CENTRES)

HIGHER EDUCATION (ROBY, KIRKBYAND PARTNER CENTRES)

MANAGEMENT, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND ACCOUNTING(KIRKBY CENTRE)

RETAIL AND WAREHOUSING(KIRKBY CENTRE)

WELCOME TO LEARNING (KIRKBY AND ROBY)

EVENING COURSES (ROBY AND KIRKBY)

Disclaimer:Whilst every effort is made to keep ourcourse information up to date, all coursescan be subject to occasional changes inspecification, and all courses require aminimum number of enrolments in orderto run.

For details of entry requirements, startdates and funding please contact Student Services: 0845 155 1055.


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Our exciting Apprenticeship Programme is continuously expanding to meet the needs of growing businesses.

Apprenticeships are available in the following sectors and at a range of levels:

See course listings for full Apprenticeship offer.

VOCATIONAL AREA

For more information on Apprenticeships please contact the Employer Engagement and Business Development Team on 0151 477 5757.

• Accountancy

• Business and Administration (All routes available)

• Carpentry and Joinery

• Childcare

• Construction

• Computing and IT

• Customer Service

• Engineering

• Fabrication and Welding

• Hairdressing, Barbering and Beauty Therapy

• Health and Social Care

• Hospitality (All routes available)

• Maintenance Operations

• Motor Vehicle

• Painting and Decorating

• Property Services

• Retail and Warehousing

• Supporting Teaching and Learning

• Team Leading and Management

• Youth Work

APPRENTICESHIPS AT KNOWSLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

JENNIFER YOUNG - Painting and Decorating Apprentice

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Jennifer Young is a Painting and Decorating apprentice employed by Seddon Property Services. She attends Knowsley Community College one day a week as part of her apprenticeship training.Jennifer is excelling on her apprenticeship and recently won the prestigious Painting andDecorating Association Premier Apprentice/Trainee Awards 2012. Her aspirations for the futureare to run her own Painting & Decorating company. Jennifer enjoys her time in College and getson well with her teachers. She said “I am never afraid to ask about learning new skills in the workplace or at College.”

Apprenticeships can be fully delivered in the workplace although some specialised areas require day release to College.

• BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO RUNNING YOUR OWN BUSINESS• AWARD IN FOOD SAFETY IN CATERING• BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE • BUDGETING FOR THE SMALL BUSINESS (AAT ESSENTIALS)• CERTIFICATE IN THE REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS - 17TH EDITION - 2382-10• CERTIFICATE IN THE REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS - 17TH EDITION - 2382-20• DEMENTIA AWARENESS • DIPLOMA IN LEADERSHIP FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE, CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLES SERVICES• EARLY YEARS NUTRITION • FINANCE FOR NON-FINANCIAL MANAGERS (AAT ESSENTIALS)• FIRST AID • INFECTION CONTROL • IOSH MANAGING SAFELY CERTIFICATE• IOSH WORKING SAFELY • MAKING SENSE OF FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS (AAT ESSENTIALS)• MANAGING CASH FLOW, KEEPING YOUR BUSINESS HEALTHY (AAT ESSENTIALS)• MIDAS MINI BUS TRAINING • MOVING AND HANDLING • SAFEGUARDING ADULTS

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If there is a course not listed which you are interested in, please contact us as we may be able to accommodate your requirements.

Please contact the Employer Engagement and Business Development team on 0151 477 5757, email [email protected] or drop in to our Kirkby Centre.

Disclaimer:Whilst every effort is made to keep our course information up to date, all courses can besubject to occasional changes in specification, and all courses require a minimum numberof delegates in order to run. For details of entry requirements, number of hours and funding please contact us on the number below.


Improve prospects and enhance your business with training at Knowsley Community College!

Our specialised training and development team run courses designed to improve skills and knowledge in the workplace.

Courses can be customised to meet your organisational needs, including bespoke training, one day courses and other short training programmes.

Training courses include:

ENROLKNOWSLEYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE

THURSDAY 23RD AUG 10AM-7PMFRIDAY 24TH AUG 10AM-4PMTUESDAY 28TH AUG 10AM-7PMWEDNESDAY 29TH AUG 10AM-7PMTHURSDAY 30TH AUG 10AM-7PMFRIDAY 31ST AUG 10AM-4PMSATURDAY 1ST SEPT 11AM-1PM

Student Services: 0845 155 1055 email: [email protected]

ALL ENROLLERSWILL BE ENTEREDFOR A PRIZE DRAWTO WIN AN IPAD2

ENROLMENT TAKES PLACE AT BOTH ROBY AND KIRKBY CENTRES.A shuttle bus will operate between both Centres.

TO HELP YOUR ENROLMENT GO SMOOTHLY, PLEASE BRING ALONG PROOF OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS OR CERTIFICATES.

A free bus will run from Knowsley Centres for Learning to Roby and Kirkby

Centres on 23rd August (GCSE Results Day) between 9am and 1pm.

Documents

Knowsley Community COllege Course Guide