Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) (CAE)
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU ATTEND ONE OF THE CELTA TASTER SESSIONS BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS COURSE AS IT WILL OFFER YOU A COMPREHENSIVE OVERVIEW OF WHAT THE COURSE ENTAILS.
This 20 week course is accredited at Level 5 (equivalent to 2nd Year of University) by the University of Cambridge and will lead to an internationally recognised qualification which will enable you to teach English as a Foreign Language both in Britain and abroad.
As from this year an Advance Learner Loan is available, please see ...
Chemistry GCSE (AQA)
This course follows the AQA GCSE Chemistry syllabus. It is a linear syllabus suitable for the post-16 student. You will need a sound knowledge of Maths and English to succeed on this course and you will need to have knowledge of how you learn - your preferred learning style for example - as well as a knowledge and understanding of study skills. This is a busy and comprehensive written examination based course.
Christmas Glass Decorations
This is a fun weekend course focussed on making fused glass Christmas decorations.
Christmas Mince Pies
In this course, you learn how to bake traditional English Christmas pies from scratch. You will learn how to make your own traditional mincemeat, pastry and some possible variations that you can enjoy it or even make as gift to your loved ones.
CISCO Certified Network Associate V7
A CCNA certification opens the doors to a career in networking. Having this qualification means you have what it takes to manage a small, enterprise branch network. the CCNA7 is your first step toward CCNA certification and will help you stand out from the crowd in entry-level positions. This course comprehensive and exciting course will give you the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to understand and set up small/medium sized routed networks using Cisco devices. The course prepares you to take the CCNA exam and is aimed at those people who wish to enter the IT industry and work...
CISCO IT Essentials V7.0 - Computer Hardware and Software
CISCO IT Essentials covers fundamental computer and career skills for
entry-level IT jobs. Students apply skills and procedures to install, configure, and troubleshoot computers, mobile devices, and software. For students seeking career-oriented, entry-level hardware and software skills to prepare for technical support roles, this course aligns with the CompTIA A+ certification. This course also serves as a foundation for CCNA-level courses.
CISCO PCAP: Programming Essentials in Python (Online Option)
This course will be delivered online.
Learn to code for the future... Learn how to write your own computer program? Or, design a web or desktop application that millions of people could enjoy? Both are a possibility if you learn how to code in Python. Python is the very versatile, object-oriented programming language used by startups and tech giants, Google, Facebook, Dropbox and IBM. Python is also recommended for aspiring young developers who are interested in pursuing careers in Security, Networking and Internet-of-Things. Once you complete this course, you are ready to take the...
Clothesmaking - Absolute Beginners
Have you always wanted to make your own clothes?
On our exciting, practical course you will become confident in making garments to fit. You will learn how to use the sewing machine other tools to their best potential.
If you are a total beginner, you'll reach a high level of competence by following a group project using a commercial pattern, plus choosing fabrics that compliment you.
If you have a little clothesmaking experience, you will have the opportunity to join in with the group project or work on your own project, and to learn the skills necessary to refit and...
Clothesmaking - Intermediate
Our fun, practical course will ensure you become confident making garments to fit. You will reach a higher level of competence using commercial patterns, plus choosing fabrics and styles that compliment you.
You can work on the class project of a garment but also have the opportunity to choose your own pattern to sew. Alternately you may wish to learn skills necessary to up cycle or repurpose a garment or simply mend or refit a well loved garment.
Clothesmaking - Intermediate/Advanced
On this course you will sew a dress from a pattern using fine or luxury fabric such as silk. You?ll learn how to cut, sew and work neatly. Suitable for those with sewing experience.
Clothesmaking for Beginners
As an absolute beginner you will be shown how to use the sewing machine and join in the group projects of a cushion cover and bag before moving on to an A line skirt to your measurements. You will use a commercial pattern, plus choose a fabric that compliments you.
Working from a simple pattern, you will be guided step by step through choosing the right pattern size, adapting the pattern to your measurements, laying out your pattern pieces and cutting out the fabric. You will learn sewing techniques such as seams, zips, waist facings and hems to produce the skirt in a fabric of your...
Coaching & Mentoring - CMI Level 3 Award
Effective managers are able to develop the skills of their employees, and motivate them to perform better and achieve new goals. Coaching and Mentoring for Individual and Team Needs is about understanding what the individual and team need from coaching and mentoring and the construction of a suitable process to meet those needs.
Colour in Ceramics - Applications and Techniques - Masterclass
'This is a specialised ceramics course which covers in depth the methods of colour in ceramics. You will learn how to use colour in ceramics and many decorating techniques. This is a class for intermediate to advance level students as we will go in depth beyond just making ceramics. An understanding of ceramics at a basic level is required such as throwing, handbuliding or slipcasting.
Come to the Opera
Commoners: Profiles of Political Leadership in British History
This course explores the central themes, policies, and personalities of some of Britains most famous and historically significant political leaders.
The Commoners course (non Royals) is a new course which profiles different leaders each week. They include leaders from different eras so the political, social, and economic context of their times will also be discussed.
The profiles for the course will be:
* Thomas Wolsey, Thomas Cromwell, Oliver Cromwell, Robert Walpole, William Pitt the Younger, William Gladstone, Benjamin Disraeli, David Lloyd George, Winston Churchill...
Computers & Internet - Beginners
This course aims to build your confidence by giving you skills to use your computer and improve your skills with the internet. This course will be taught in a classroom with a socially distanced environment.
Computers & Internet - Improvers
In this course you take your understanding of computers further and cover the following:
Use application software to create, edit and format data (Word Processing).
Create a File Management System.
Learn how to use the Internet for (eg online shopping and email).
Computers - Beginners
This will give you the skills and confidence to carry out your first steps in using a computer.
Computers - Improvers
Using the internet is now an essential life skill as it is the most used form of communication.
Computers for Beginners
(Women Only)
We are proud of our diverse learner groups, and range of support to enable access for all learners regardless of ability or background. However, we also recognize that some women benefit from the supportive and close-knit environment of a women-only class, which can help to develop the skills, confidence and ambition to succeed in mainstream education, work and community settings.
Some women have been socially marginalised because they left school with few or no qualifications, have a disability or have had their education or career plans disrupted by caring...
27/09/2022 - Tue, Wed, Thu (09:30-14:30) - Hillcroft Campus - 1 weeks - £64.00/FREE - WD0074-222301
17/01/2023 - Tue, Wed, Thu (09:30-14:30) - Hillcroft Campus - 1 weeks - £64.00/FREE - WD0074-222302
28/03/2023 - Tue, Wed, Thu (09:30-14:30) - Hillcroft Campus - 1 weeks - £64.00/FREE - WD0074-222303
Computing Access to HE OCNLR Level 3 Diploma
This Level 3 course is an introduction to Computing across a range of topics including Computer Networking, Games Development, Software, Programming, Web Design, Web Development, Word Processing, Systems Analysis, Research Skills, Study Skills and Maths. The course will also help you to improve your writing, ICT and numeracy skills and give you access to a range of University courses. You will receive an Access to HE Diploma on completion of this course with a minimum of 60 credits.
Access courses are designed to enable people aged 19+ to gain a qualification which is accepted by...
Confidence and Self-Esteem Workshop
(Women Only)
We are proud of our diverse learner groups, and range of support to enable access for all learners regardless of ability or background. However, we also recognize that some women benefit from the supportive and close-knit environment of a women-only class, which can help to develop the skills, confidence and ambition to succeed in mainstream education, work and community settings.
Some women have been socially marginalised because they left school with few or no qualifications, have a disability or have had their education or career plans disrupted by caring...
23/11/2022 - Wed (13:00-15:00) - Hillcroft Campus - 1 weeks - £0.00 - WD0129-222301
25/01/2023 - Wed (13:00-15:00) - Hillcroft Campus - 1 weeks - £0.00 - WD0129-222302
Contemporary Dance - Beginners
Find strength, balance, expression, coordination, rhythm, in movement using modern contemporary dance.
Aimed for beginners looking to explore movement, focusing on developing skills through centre work and short choreographic combinations that allow you to understand your body's connection to movement and rhythms in an expressive Contemporary dance style.
Contemporary Enamelling for Jewellery - Beginners
Discover the potential of enamelling techniques to bring colour, surface and pattern to your jewellery. We will work with transparent and opaque enamels on copper and silver
Cooking Fish & Seafood
During this course, you will learn how to prepare a variety of fish and seafood starters and main courses to enjoy with family, friends or for your special occasion. You will practise different cooking methods and culinary techniques to produce a range of tasty dishes.