Professional Learning Prospectus 2015/16 Offering bespoke training courses & qualifications for all your business needs: Business Short Courses & ILM Qualifications Finance Short Courses & AAT Qualifications Part-Time Offer
Contact Us Professional Learning Enquiries For information about applying and for details of our Professional Learning course dates please visit: www.eastkent.ac.uk/professional-learning professional.learning@eastkent.ac.uk 01843 605040 ext. 5668 +44 (0)1843 605040 ext. 5668 from outside the UK
Part-Time Enquiries For information about applying and to find out about any of our Part-Time courses please contact Support Services:
Broadstairs 01843 605062 broadstairs@eastkent.ac.uk
Dover 01304 244333 dover@eastkent.ac.uk
Folkestone 01303 858300 folkestone@eastkent.ac.uk
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Professional Learning at East Kent College Principal’s Welcome At East Kent College you can expect to receive high quality education and training that is attuned to business needs. All of our Professional Learning courses are designed to act as a catalyst for ongoing improvement of performance in a professional role. All our courses have a particular emphasis on training being embedded within daily practice in order to realise sustained improvement in individual and/or team performance, and thereby enhanced job satisfaction, productivity and career advancement. Our Part-Time courses focus on helping you to either return to education or to further your studies. Our aim is always to ensure that you receive the right skills and knowledge that will help you to progress within your chosen career. We have excellent relationships with employers and have worked hard to develop a curriculum that responds to the needs of the local community. I am delighted that you are interested in the Professional Learning and Part-Time opportunities available at East Kent College and look forward to meeting you.
Graham Razey Principal East Kent College
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Professional Learning at East Kent College Contents 5 6
Professional Learning at East Kent College Meet the Team
Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 11 12 12
Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping Level 2 Certificate in Accounting Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting Level 2 Award in Accounting Skills to Run Your Own Business Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Ethics Level 3 Diploma in Accounting Level 4 Certificate in Taxation and Ethics Level 4 Diploma in Accounting (Modular) AAT Essentials Short Courses
Coaching and Mentoring 13 Coaching Skills for Managers
Leadership and Management 14 Leading and Managing People
Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Qualifications 15 Level 5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring 16 Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills 16 Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading 17 Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Leadership and Management
17 Level 5 Award, Certificate or Diploma in Leadership and Management 18 Level 5 Diploma in Principles of Leadership and Management 18 NVQ Level 7 in Strategic Management and Leadership
Project Management 19 Managing Projects
Sales Management 20 Selling for Success
Social Media Marketing 21 Social Media for Business
Working as a Science Technician 22 Technicians Supporting Practical Work in the Classroom
Part-Time and Business Short Courses 23 Part-Time Courses – Broadstairs 25 Part-Time Courses – Dover and Folkestone 26 First Aid Courses 27 Apprenticeships and Workplace Learning 28 Finance and Advice 29 How to Find Us 31 Terms and Conditions
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Professional Learning at East Kent College About Professional Learning
Our Campuses
Our Courses
East Kent College’s Professional Learning Centre is responsive to the development needs of your organisation’s employees. With its main base at Discovery Park, Sandwich, and with campuses in Broadstairs, Dover and Folkestone, East Kent College is easy to access. Professional Learning can even be brought to your workplace with bespoke training courses.
Our courses are tailored to the specific needs and context of each delegate, with hands-on, practical workshops and industry specific scenarios.
Your Career Development Professional Learning is the catalyst for ongoing improvement of performance in a professional role. The College’s approach to Professional Learning is distinctive in design and delivery. Rather than providing traditional training in isolation, East Kent College places each delegate at the heart of a Professional Learning experience that responds directly to the commitments, responsibilities, challenges and opportunities of working life.
Your Course All our tutors are available to provide one-to-one support during your studies. We make sure Professional Learning can be easily applied within each delegate’s professional role to enable sustained improvement in performance, and thereby enhanced job satisfaction, productivity and career advancement.
If you are interested in bespoke training courses then please contact the Professional Learning Centre to discuss what training package we can offer your business.
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Meet the Team Loretta Izod | Head of Professional Learning and Apprenticeship Delivery Loretta, Head of Professional Learning and Apprenticeship Delivery, is passionate about supporting and driving teams within businesses. With experience exceeding 12 years working in Further Education, Loretta has worked across a range of business sectors raising awareness of Apprenticeships, Training and Professional Development. Her experience has instilled confidence in the employers she works with when helping them identify their business training requirements, and providing a range of quality training to meet their development needs. Loretta is committed to being an effective team leader. She strives to ensure continuous improvement of her team, and the businesses she works with.
Tracy Searle | Head of Business Development Tracy, Head of Business Development, is a competent business manager with experience exceeding 20 years operating at a senior level. Tracy has spent her career within a customer service environment that demands commitment to excellence at all times. With a wealth of business expertise her high expectations build confidence and worth within all individuals. Tracy’s role includes developing business partnerships with employers, establishing skills gaps and vacancies, and working with employers to provide solutions to their staffing requirements (Apprentices) in addition to providing ongoing improvement of staff performance in a professional role through our quality range of Professional Learning courses.
Ken Bowers | Facilitator, Assessor and IQA Ken delivers a wide range of courses including Management, Business Administration and Customer Service. Ken has experience exceeding 20 years working within training and education. He has worked with a selection of FE Colleges and Professional Training Providers throughout Kent and the South East. Ken has worked with numerous students and employers supporting them with their Apprenticeships, and is passionate about delivering a positive learning experience throughout the learning journey.
Deryck Banks | Facilitator, Assessor and Managing Director of Humanix Ltd Deryck, Facilitator and Assessor, is passionate about delivering training that is enjoyable and engaging, and strives to make learning fun. His career background includes senior management roles in Corporate Banking, London; B2B Sales; Partnership Building; Quality Management (ISO9000); Investors in People Adviser and Assessor; Managing Director of multiple start-up companies; and Business Adviser (SFEDI Registered) to various business sectors. Deryck is a Fellow of the Institute of Leadership and Management (FInstLM); a Manager Member of the Institute of Customer Service (MMICS); and a qualified PRINCE2 Project Manager and Trainer. Recently Deryck has been training and coaching middle managers to help transform them into the leaders of tomorrow.
Nike Lawal | MCIPD, Executive Coach and Facilitator Nike is a qualified, seasoned coach, talent developer and HR professional with experience exceeding 25 years, including 10 years within the pharmaceutical and research industries. She specialises in working with senior leaders and teams to achieve their full potential. Nike’s clients have included global and local Senior Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents and their teams to bring value to their businesses through their people. She is experienced in undertaking both individual and team diagnostics and skilfully coaching senior leaders through the feedback process. Her strengths include: coaching (listening; encouraging deep reflection and self-coaching); challenging; motivating; supporting and inspiring.
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Meet the Team Katie King | MBA, Coach, Industry Speaker and Managing Director of Zoodikers Katie is a Strategic Marketing Consultant and recognised in the area of social business strategy and digital transformation. A TEDx and international speaker, Katie also coaches CEOs, MDs and marketing teams on adapting in the digital era. Over the past 25 years, Katie has trained and advised numerous leading brands including: Accenture; Harrods; o2; Saatchi & Saatchi; NHS Trusts; Universities and Colleges. Katie is South East and East Anglia Chairperson for the Public Relations Consultants Association and regularly features on BBC radio and TV. In addition to an MBA, Katie holds a diploma from the Chartered Institute of Marketing and a degree in languages.
Sherralyn Simpson | Programme Director and Facilitator Sherralyn, Programme Director of Accounting, is an experienced facilitator of Accounting and Business. She is a qualified assessor and verifier of the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Level 3 and 5 in the workplace and recently became involved in leading additional ILM qualifications. Her main role involves directing the curriculum and delivery of AAT Accounting Part-Time courses at Levels 2, 3 and 4. She is also the Lead Assessor for Accounting Apprentices. Sherralyn is able to draw from a variety of industry experience including previous employment with Kent County Council and the NAAFI.
John Evans | Facilitator for Accounting and Business John is an Accounting Facilitator with a specialism and passion for teaching cost and management accounts. He spent 15 years training and qualified as a management accountant working in the manufacturing sector. He gained qualified chartered status in 1990 with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). John has also dedicated over 20 years to teaching, covering most aspects of Accounting and Finance. John is also a Facilitator for the HND Business first year degree programme. His ethos is to take something complicated and make it simple.
Amber Musselwhite | Assessor for Business and Administration Amber, Assessor for Business and Administration, assesses learners completing Business Administration Certificates and Diplomas at Levels 2, 3 and 4. She also assesses and supports Apprentices completing a Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship. Originally an Apprentice at East Kent College herself, Amber completed her Level 2 and 3 Apprenticeship qualifications before progressing into full time employment as an Administrator. Amber then went on to complete a Level 4 Business Administration qualification before becoming an Assessor. Amber is enthusiastic and passionate about supporting workplace learners to achieve their Business Administration qualification.
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Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping
Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping
Introduction
Introduction
This Entry Level course is ideal for individuals looking to improve their work prospectus or for small business owners looking for a basic understanding of single entry bookkeeping.
Our Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping is the intermediate level of AAT bookkeeping. This qualification focuses on developing an individual’s bookkeeping and basic accounting skills, including double entry.
Course Content
Course Content
• Introduction to Bookkeeping
• Processing Bookkeeping Transactions
• Working within Bookkeeping
• Control Accounts, Journals and the Banking System
• Bookkeeping and Accounts
• Double Entry Bookkeeping
• Spreadsheet Software
Essential Information Essential Information How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
2.5 hours per week, day or evening for 12 weeks.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Entry Requirements: Good standard of Literacy, Numeracy and IT.
Course Fees: Please see page 28 for costs. An additional £41 AAT registration fee is required.
How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
18 weeks
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Please see page 28 for costs.
Entry Requirements: GCSE D or above. Good standard of Literacy, Numeracy and IT.
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Course Fees:
An additional £41 AAT registration fee is required.
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Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting
Introduction
Introduction
Our Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is ideal for individuals preparing for an entry level position in the accounting industry.
Our Level 3 Award in Computerised Accounting is ideal for individuals seeking to improve their knowledge and skills using computerised accounting systems and for individuals looking to gain formal recognition of the skills currently used every day within the workplace.
Course Content • Basic Costing
Course Content
• Computerised Accounting • Working Effectively in Accounting and Finance • Double Entry Bookkeeping
• Using Computerised Accounting Systems • Reconciliations
• Processing Bookkeeping Transactions • Control Accounts, Journals and the Banking System
Essential Information How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
4 hours per week, day or evening for 36 weeks.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Entry Requirements:
Course Fees: Please see page 28 for costs. An additional £41 AAT registration fee is required.
Essential Information How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
12 weeks.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Please see page 28 for costs.
GCSE D or above.
Entry Requirements:
Good standard of Literacy, Numeracy and IT.
Good standard of Literacy, Numeracy and IT.
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Course Fees:
An additional £41 AAT registration fee is required.
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Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
Level 2 Award in Accounting Skills to Run Your Own Business
Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Ethics
Introduction
Introduction
This Level 2 Award in Accounting Skills to Run your own Business is designed for business owners to gain a basic understanding of financial information, allowing them to successfully monitor business performance.
This Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Ethics is designed for experienced bookkeepers looking to take the next step in their career, to increase their client base or become invaluable to an employer.
Course Content
Course Content
• Budgeting for the Small Business
• Professional Ethics
• Managing Cash Flow; Keeping Your Business Healthy
• Accounts Preparation
• Understanding Financial Documents
• Preparing Final Accounts for Sole Traders and Partnerships
• Notification and Essential Principles of Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies
• Double Entry Bookkeeping • Financial Statements • Spreadsheet Software
Essential Information Essential Information How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
6 weeks.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Please see page 28 for costs.
Entry Requirements: Good standard of Literacy, Numeracy and IT.
Course Fees:
An additional £41 AAT registration fee is required.
How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
36 weeks.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Please see page 28 for costs.
Entry Requirements: AAT Level 2 Qualification or a good standard of work experience in accounts with knowledge of double entry.
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Course Fees:
An additional £41 AAT registration fee is required. This course is eligible for a 24+ loan. Please contact us for more information.
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Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
Level 4 Certificate in Taxation and Ethics
Introduction
Introduction
This Level 3 Diploma in Accounting is ideal for individuals seeking a career in bookkeeping or aiming to become a qualified accountant.
This Level 4 Certificate in Taxation and Ethics is ideal for accounting individuals with a particular interest in tax, seeking to achieve an advanced accounting qualification.
On this course delegates will gain a detailed understanding of financial processes.
Course Content
Course Content • Professional Ethics
• Accounts Preparation
• Personal Tax
• Preparing Accounts for Sole Traders and Partnerships
• Business Tax
• Costs and Revenues
• Indirect Tax
• Professional Ethics • Indirect Tax • Spreadsheets Software
Essential Information
Essential Information
How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
6 hours per week, 1 day or 2 evenings, for 36 weeks.
How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
Variable hours over 36 weeks.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Course Fees: Please see page 28 for costs.
Entry Requirements:
An additional £41 AAT registration fee is required.
AAT Level 2 Qualification or a good standard of work experience in accounts with knowledge of double entry.
This course is eligible for a 24+ loan. Please contact us for more information.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Course Fees: Please see page 28 for costs.
Entry Requirements:
An additional £41 AAT registration fee is required.
Minimum AAT Level 2. Some experience in tax work would be advantageous or AAT Level 3.
This course is eligible for a 24+ loan. Please contact us for more information.
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Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
Level 4 Diploma in Accounting (Modular)
AAT Essentials Short Courses
Introduction
A range of one day AAT courses are also available, providing short, sharp key skills training to help delegates stay ahead with essential business accounting are also available. These courses are designed to develop key skills for business people without an accounting and finance background.
The Level 4 Diploma in Accounting modules will further develop your accounting skills. This is a flexible approach to your studies, developing practical skills and underpinning knowledge. The full qualification of 6 modules could provide entry to full membership of the AAT.
Course Content
Introduction
They provide practical training packed with essentials on how to successfully manage business finance more effectively. Our short AAT courses include:
• Budgeting (Mandatory)
zz Budgeting for the Small Business
• ICAS Project (Mandatory) • Financial Statements (Mandatory) • Financial Performance (Mandatory) • Credit Management (Optional)
zz Finance for Non-Financial Managers zz Managing Cash Flow; Keeping Your Business Healthy
• Business Tax (Optional)
zz Making Sense of Financial Documents
• Personal Tax (Optional)
More details about each of our AAT Essentials Short Courses are available on request.
Essential Information
Essential Information
How do I Apply?
How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
This is a 1 day course. The course day will be 7 hours long and will include 6 hours of training and 1 hour of breaks across the day.
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk. You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Entry Requirements: AAT Level 3
Course Length: Variable dependent upon number of modules undertaken at any one time.
Training of modules will be taught for 6 hours per week over 1 day or 2 evenings.
Course Fees: Fees are to be paid by module. Optional Modules are £290 each. Mandatory Modules are £390.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Entry Requirements:
Additional self-study preand post-course may also be required.
Delegates must be working in a business environment.
Course Fees:
An additional £41 AAT registration fee is required. All fees include one exam fee per module.
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Cost may vary depending on course. Please refer to our website for more details.
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Coaching and Mentoring Coaching Skills for Managers
Introduction
Learning Outcomes
This one day programme of experiential learning is intended to introduce managers to the concept of employing coaching skills in the workplace as an everyday occurrence and method of developing their staff.
On completion of this course the delegate will be able to: • Understand the importance of using coaching skills in the workplace
Course Content • Compare and Contrast Coaching and Mentoring
Essential Information How do I Apply? To access a list of our current course dates and to apply for this course please visit our website.
• Identify everyday opportunities for coaching
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• Employ the necessary skills to deliver a positive coaching experience
Entry Requirements:
• Review Applications of Coaching in the Workplace
• Improve morale, engagement and team relationships through positive and timely coaching interventions
This course is suitable for managers and those in a supervisory role with a responsibility for developing individuals and teams.
• Practice the Application of Coaching in the Workplace
• Develop their supervisory and management skills
Course Length:
• Receiving Constructive Feedback
• Examine new ways of managing performance
• Examine Various Coaching Models
• Examine the importance of Listening and Asking Questions • Working in a Safe Learning Environment
Methods of Learning This interactive course combines collaborative and co-creative learning, employing reflective practice, sharing and feedback.
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This is a 1 day course. The course day will be 7 hours long and will include 6 hours of training and 1 hour of breaks across the day. Additional self-study pre- and post-course days may also be required.
Course Fees: £175 Course fees are to be paid in full via the website when booking your place on the course.
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Leadership and Management Leading and Managing People
Introduction
Learning Outcomes
This two day Leadership Development course explores beyond the concept of team supervision and management. The course aims to analyse in detail the manager’s role as a leader.
On completion of this course the delegate will be able to: • Work towards successfully implementing the new skills and knowledge acquired on the course
Delegates will create a vision of how they want to portray themselves as a leader and lay down the foundations for developing the core knowledge, skills and attributes required to succeed and excel within their job role.
Course Content • Understanding Leadership • Awareness and Self Management • Coaching for Performance • Performance Management
• Confidently identify and understand the differences between management and leadership • Understand the importance of self-awareness as a leader • To be able to define what coaching is and its benefits, and to recognise how to improve individual and organisational performance through effective coaching • Understand the theories of motivation and how to apply the best practices to motivate others and self-motivate
• Motivating and Engaging Others
Methods of Learning • Self-study in preparation for the course training days • Peer coaching • Reflective practice • Post-course work-based activities in co-ordination with line manager
“The facilitator tailored the course content so that the techniques applied to each delegate and their industry. Leadership and Management is a very broad topic but the facilitator made it relevant and easy for us to apply in our own workplace.” Samuel Fysh – Site Supervisor, BBK Construction Ltd.
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Essential Information How do I Apply? To access a list of our current course dates and to apply for this course please visit our website. www.eastkent.ac.uk/ professional-learning
Entry Requirements: This course is suitable for individuals in a management or team leader position who are seeking to develop their awareness of leadership principles to enhance their management skills.
Course Length: This is a 2 day course. Each course day will be 7 hours long and will include 6 hours of training and 1 hour of breaks across the day. Additional self-study pre- and post-course days may also be expected.
Course Fees: £395 Course fees are to be paid in full via the website when booking your place on the course.
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Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Qualifications
Level 5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring
Essential Information How do I Apply?
Introduction
Course Content
This Level 5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring is ideal for managers with significant responsibility for coaching and mentoring as part of their day-to-day role.
• Understanding the role of a coach and mentor in the workplace
The course is beneficial for delegates planning to progress into a development role, or looking to pursue a career as a freelance coach and mentor.
• Self-assessment as a coach and mentor
Delegates are also able to complete this course as individual units which can then be topped up to full ILM qualifications in coaching and mentoring or leadership and management.*
• Understanding the impact of coaching and mentoring on an organisation
• Planning further development • Reviewing current coaching and mentoring practices in the workplace
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk. You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Entry Requirements: All delegates must be over 19, employed and looking to acquire the knowledge and understanding to progress within their current role. All delegates must complete a basic skills assessment.
Course Length: This course consists of a 2 hour induction followed by 4 half day workshops to take place in the workplace and monthly tutorial support in the workplace or via phone and portfolio feedback.
Course Fees: *Course fees may vary depending on experience and your business requirements. Please contact the Professional Learning Centre for more information.
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Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Qualifications
Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills
Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading
Introduction
Introduction
This Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills is ideal for practicing team leaders, helping them to become more effective and confident within their job role by improving the delegate’s understanding of performance and motivators within a work environment.
This Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading is ideal for practicing team leaders, helping them to become more effective and confident within their job role by improving the delegate’s understanding of performance and motivators within a work environment.
Course Content
Course Content
• Achieving Organisational Targets
• Developing Self as a Team Leader
• Identifying Indicators of Underperformance
• Motivation
• Resolving Causes of Underperformance
• Planning and Monitoring Workload
• Theories of Motivation
• Dealing with Change in the Workplace
• Working Effectively as Part of a Team • Allocating Targets and Objectives • Monitoring Team Performance
Essential Information
Essential Information How do I Apply? Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk. You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Entry Requirements: This course is suitable for practicing team leaders or individuals in a new or aspiring to be in a team leading role. All delegates must be over 19, employed and looking to acquire the knowledge and
understanding to progress within their current position. All delegates must complete a skills assessment and diagnostic test.
Course Length: 36 weeks.
Course Fees: Course fees may vary depending on experience and your business requirements. Please contact the Professional Learning Centre for more information.
How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
This course consists of a 2 hour induction followed by regular monthly appointments with your tutor. Monthly appointments are usually held within the delegate’s workplace but can also be arranged at the tutor’s workplace.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Entry Requirements: This course is suitable for practicing team leaders or individuals in a new or aspiring to be in a team leading role. All delegates must be over 19, employed and looking to acquire the knowledge and understanding to progress within their current position. All delegates must complete a skills assessment and diagnostic test.
Course Fees: Course fees may vary depending on experience and your business requirements. Please contact the Professional Learning Centre for more information.
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Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Qualifications
Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Leadership and Management Introduction This Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Leadership and Management is ideal for practicing first line managers or individuals aspiring to achieve their first line management position. This course is designed to help delegates to become more effective and confident within their job role, and help them to take on more responsibility in leading a team.
Course Content
Level 5 Award, Certificate or Diploma in Leadership and Management Introduction This Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management is designed to develop a comprehensive range of management skills that will enable delegates to operate at a senior level.
Course Content • The Management Role
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Establishing an Effective Team
• Innovation and Change within the Workplace
• Developing Yourself and Your Team
• Planning and Allocating Work
• Quality Management
• Organising and Delegating • Briefings and Presentations • Performance Management
• Managing Improvement
• Organisational Environment • Making a Financial Case • Becoming an Effective Leader
• Critical Thinking
• Innovation and Change • Managing for Efficiency and • Recruitment Effectiveness
Essential Information
Essential Information
How do I Apply?
Course Length:
How do I Apply?
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
This course consists of a 2 hour induction and monthly tutorial support in the workplace.* Additional support will be given via e-portfolio.
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk. You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Entry Requirements:
a skills assessment and diagnostic test.
Course Length: This course consists of 8 full day workshops, one every 2 weeks, a 2 hour induction and 2 hours of dedicated tutorial support.
This course is suitable for practicing managers or individuals in a new or aspiring to be in a management role.
Course Fees:
All delegates must be over 19, employed and looking to acquire the knowledge and understanding to progress within their current postilion.
Please contact the Professional Learning Centre for more information.
All delegates must complete
Course fees may vary depending on experience and your business requirements.
This course is eligible for a 24+ loan. Please contact us for more information.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Entry Requirements: This course is suitable for practicing managers or individuals in a new or aspiring to be in a new management role. All delegates must be over 19, employed and looking to acquire the knowledge and understanding to progress within their current position. All delegates must complete a skills assessment and diagnostic test.
*Depending on group size and location, delegates may be required to attend workshops.
Course Fees: Course fees may vary depending on experience and your business requirements. Please contact the Professional Learning Centre for more information.
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Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Qualifications
Level 5 Diploma in Principles of Leadership and Management
NVQ Level 7 in Strategic Management and Leadership
Introduction
Introduction
This Level 5 Diploma in Principles of Leadership and Management is designed to develop a comprehensive range of management skills that will enable delegates to operate at a senior level.
This NVQ Level 7 in Strategic Management and Leadership is ideal for experienced managers who have developed their skills in the workplace and are now seeking to gain a recognised qualification.
Course Content
Course Content
• The Management Role
• Managing Improvement
• Developing a Strategic Business Plan (Mandatory)
• Organisational Environment
• Making a Financial Case
• Executing a Strategic Business Plan (Mandatory)
• Critical Thinking
• Becoming an Effective Leader
• Innovation and Change
• Providing Strategic Leadership and Direction (Mandatory)
• Managing for Efficiency and Effectiveness
• Recruitment
Essential Information
Essential Information How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
This course consists of a 2 hour induction and monthly tutorial support in the workplace*. Additional support will be given via e-portfolio.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Entry Requirements: This course is suitable for practicing managers or individuals in a new or trainee team leading role. All delegates must be over 19, employed and looking to acquire the knowledge and understanding to progress within their current role. All delegates must complete a skills assessment and diagnostic test.
*Depending on group size and location, delegates may be required to attend workshops.
Course Fees: Course fees may vary depending on experience and your business requirements. Please contact the Professional Learning Centre for more information.
How do I Apply?
Course Length:
Applications for this course should be made online via www.eastkent.ac.uk.
This course consists of a 2 hour induction and monthly tutorial support in the workplace*. Additional support will be given via e-portfolio.
You will also be required to undertake an interview and initial assessment.
Entry Requirements: All delegates must have experience working in a senior management role including knowledge of identifying and implementing change; quality improvement; budgets and contracts; leading meetings; managing people, performance and information. All delegates must complete a basic skills assessment and will be required to attend an interview.
*Depending on group size and location, delegates may be required to attend workshops.
Course Fees: Course fees may vary depending on experience and your business requirements. Please contact the Professional Learning Centre for more information.
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Project Management Managing Projects
Introduction
Learning Outcomes
The course is engaging and challenging and puts you in the driver’s seat to manage and deliver a project in just two days, starting with a project mandate through to delivering a team presentation on the outcomes of your project.
On completion of this course the delegate will be able to:
Throughout the two days you are taken through the key project stages, amongst other challenges.
Course Content • Project Mandate • Developing a Project Plan • Identifying Stakeholders • Identifying Issues and Risks • Task Planning • Budgets • Resource Planning • Communications Planning • Dealing with Exceptions • Closing the Project
Methods of Learning This interactive course is based around practical activities and experiential learning with 80% of the programme delegate involvement and 20% teaching. • Research Skills • Teamwork
Essential Information How do I Apply?
• Work towards successfully implementing the new skills and knowledge acquired on the course
To access a list of our current course dates and to apply for this course please visit our website.
• Confidently identify the Key Project Stages from the Project Mandate and techniques on how to implement these
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• Develop, implement and evaluate your own project plan • Improved skills in communication, negotiation and persuasion of key stakeholders • Improved time management, organisation, resources and influence on your team to ensure success of your project venture • Prioritising and balancing your time, costs and quality Upon successful completion, delegates will receive a template of the documents used throughout the programme.
“This was a most productive, enjoyable course which will be put to good use in helping me obtain an interview for a Project Management role.” Lindsey Cleaver – Business Administrator, The Research Network
Entry Requirements: This course is suitable for individuals in a departmental or organisational project management role or are required to run projects ancillary to their main role.
Course Length: This is a 2 day course. Each course day will be 7 hours long and will include 6 hours of training and 1 hour of breaks across the day. Additional self-study pre- and post-course days may also be required.
Course Fees: £395 Course fees are to be paid in full online when booking your place on the course.
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Sales Management Selling for Success
Introduction
Learning Outcomes
This programme is designed to help delegates who want to promote their business, develop business relationships, maximise sales opportunities and employ the latest sales techniques.
On completion of this course the delegate will be able to:
Course Content • Exploring Sales Methods • Understanding the Buying Process • How to build Effective Sales Shortcuts • What Role do you play with your Customers? • The Customer Journey • Understanding Client Motivation Drivers
• Work towards successfully implementing the new skills and knowledge acquired on the course
To access a list of our current course dates and to apply for this course please visit our website. www.eastkent.ac.uk/ professional-learning
• Target potential new customers more strategically
Entry Requirements:
• Show an increased awareness of techniques to increase sales and growth of your customer base • Show an increased awareness of techniques to increase profit margins and improve customer retention
• Effective Communication
This course is suitable for individuals looking to grow their business by employing promotional and marketing techniques.
Course Length: This is a 1 day course. The course will be 7 hours long and include 6 hours of training and 1 hour of breaks across the day. Additional self-study pre- and post-course days may also be expected.
• How to Avoid Misunderstandings and Conflict • Self-awareness in the Sales Process
This interactive course is based around practical activities and experiential learning where current theories, concepts, knowledge and experience are shared and discussed. Approximately two-thirds of this is spent on practical activities.
How do I Apply?
• Build relationships and promote services
• How to Accelerate Client Rapport
Methods of Learning
Essential Information
“A great look into the psychology of sales.” Chris Vilton – Director, WWMIT Solutions Ltd.
Course Fees: £175 Course fees are to be paid in full online when booking your place on the course.
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Social Media Marketing Social Media for Business
Introduction
Learning Outcomes
Delegates will gain a thorough understanding of the disruptive world of social media and how it can be exploited to positively impact every aspect of decision-making, from HR to sales.
On completion of this course the delegate will be able to: • Work towards successfully implementing the new skills and knowledge acquired on the course
This course will equip the delegates with hands-on knowledge, skills and tools to adapt to this changing business landscape.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn, Facebook and YouTube
Entry Requirements:
• Strategy: Ensuring Social Media Supports your Business Goals
• Create compelling content and build communities of interest
• A Hands-on Overview of the Core Social Media Platforms
• Demonstrate an understanding of how to use platforms for HR, recruitment and internal communication
Methods of Learning This is a highly interactive course based around practical activities and experiential learning. To attend this course delegates are required to bring their own laptop, tablet or similar device. Any questions regarding this please contact the Professional Learning Centre.
To access a list of our current course dates and to apply for this course please visit our website. www.eastkent.ac.uk/ professional-learning
• Understand the benefits of Blogs, Video and PR
• Staying Safe with Social Media: How it Fits into a Wider HR Policy
How do I Apply?
• Create an integrated digital strategy and a content plan
Course Content
• Exploiting Social Media and Related Tools for Business Development
Essential Information
• Demonstrate an understanding of the blurred lines between business and personal usage of social media and how to keep staff safe
This course is suitable for individuals who are looking to capitalise on the benefit to their business of raising their/the company’s profile through social media.
Course Length: This is a 2 day course. Each course day will be 7 hours long and will include 6 hours of training and 1 hour of breaks across the day. Additional pre- and post-course may also be expected.
Course Fees: £395
“I thoroughly enjoyed the social media course. It achieved all my objectives and has enabled me to incorporate social media into my business in a way which I wasn’t confident with before. I would thoroughly recommend this course to any business owner who wants to promote their business using the main social media channels.” Sally Marshall – Director, Marshalls Consulting
Course fees are to be paid in full online when booking your place on the course.
Additional specialised courses in Social Media are available. Please contact the Professional Learning Centre for more information.
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Working as a Science Technician Technicians Supporting Practical Work in the Classroom
Introduction
Methods of Learning
Technicians at all stages of their careers continue to broaden the role they perform. In many cases this now includes supporting teachers and students directly with practical work, for example assisting teachers with individuals in class practical sessions, demonstrations or helping students with project work.
• Theoretical classroom based learning.
This course has been designed for technicians who are interested in exploring the possibilities of undertaking a supporting role within the classroom.
Course Content Modules this course will cover include: • What Makes Good Practical Project Work
• Practical Skills within a professional laboratory environment
Learning Outcomes On completion of this course, the participant will be able to: • Describe, evaluate and apply effective strategies for working with teachers and students for practical work. • Work towards implementing the new skills and knowledge acquired on the course. • Demonstrate confidence in working with teachers, students and practical activities.
• Managing Small Group Work • Managing Individuals with Practical Activities
Essential Information How do I Apply? To access a list of our current course dates and to apply for this course please visit our website. www.eastkent.ac.uk/ professional-learning
Entry Requirements: This course is suitable for individuals working or aiming to work in a supporting laboratory technician role within a school or college environment.
Course Length: This is a 1 day course. The course day will run for 7 hours. This will include 6 hours of training and 1 hour of breaks spread across the duration of day.
Course Fees: £182* Course fees will need to be paid in full online when booking your place on the course. *This course is eligible for an Impact Award Bursary from the Department for Education.
www.eastkent.ac.uk/professional-learning
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Part-Time Courses Broadstairs Overview
Start Date
Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance (VCQ)
Course Title
Perfect if you are a qualified Motor Mechanic looking to update your skills.
Various throughout the year
1 Year
Duration
£1,292
Cost
Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance (VCQ)
Perfect if you are a qualified Motor Mechanic looking to update your skills.
Various throughout the year
1 Year
19-23: £2,710
Getting started on Social Media
Perfect for owners and managers of small or medium enterprises who have considered using social media to promote and develop their business but don’t quite know how and where to get started.
Various throughout the year
2 Days
£120
Getting started with your Business Website
Perfect for owners and managers of small and medium enterprises who are considering establishing a website for their business.
Various throughout the year
2 Days
£120
Introduction to National Curriculum Computing (Primary)
Perfect for Primary school teachers who will be involved in introducing the new National Curriculum computing programmes of study for Key Stage 1 and 2 from September 2014.
Various throughout the year
Flexible Delivery
£250
Introduction to National Curriculum Computing (Secondary)
Perfect for Secondary school teachers who will be involved in introducing the new National Curriculum Computing programmes of study for Key Stage 3 and 4 from September 2014.
Various throughout the year
Flexible Delivery
£250
Introduction to Social Media
Perfect for owners and managers of small to medium businesses who have considered using social media to promote and develop their business.
Various throughout the year
2 Days
£120
Introduction to Business Websites
Perfect for owners and managers of small to medium enterprises who are considering establishing a website for their business.
Various throughout the year
2 Days
£120
IT Users – Level 2
Perfect if you work with commonly used office and business software, and want to develop and improve your skills.
September
1 Year
£406
ITQ Certificate
Perfect if you work with commonly used office and business software, and want to develop and improve your skills.
Various throughout the year
Flexible Delivery
£406
ITQ Award
Perfect if you have little experience of using a computer but would like to learn. It can lead to a recognised Level 2 qualification or can be taken without the qualification element.
Various throughout the year
Flexible Delivery
£405
GCSE English
An essential qualification if you want to go on to further study and a requirement for many jobs.
September
1 Year
£0
GCSE Maths
An essential qualification if you want to go on to further study and a requirement for many jobs.
September
1 Year
£0
GCSE Science
Perfect if you want to kick start a career in Science or add this essential qualification to your CV.
September
1 Year
£406
24+: £5,421
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Part-Time Courses Broadstairs Course Title
Overview
Start Date
Duration
Cost
Electrically Propelled Vehicle Hazard Management Award
Perfect for those people who may encounter accidents, damaged or broken-down vehicles, e.g. emergency services and roadside recovery operators.
September
1 Year
£ 175
Award in Electric Vehicle Awareness (QCF)
Perfect for those involved in the automotive industry, alongside anyone who may encounter high voltage vehicles, and require an awareness of their hazards; this could include paramedics or motor vehicle sales staff.
September
1 Year
£99
Award in Routine Maintenance Activities on Electrically Propelled Vehicles - Level 2
Perfect for automotive technicians who maintain and repair electric vehicles.
September
1 Year
£199
Professional Cookery Level 2
Perfect for those working in the industry who wish to gain a recognised qualification. Focus will be on practical cookery, the theory behind hygiene and Health & Safety commodities.
September
1 Year
£1,672
Hairdressing - VTCT - Level 2
Perfect for those who want to develop skills in hair washing, cutting, colour and dressing womens hair, including the plaiting and twisting of hair.
September
1 Year
£823
VTCT Certificate in Cosmetic Make-up
Perfect for those wanting to learn the art of day, evening and special occasion make-up. In addition you will cover essential anatomy, eye treatments and health & safety.
September
1 Year
£471
Nail Technology - VTCT Certificate - Level 2
Perfect for those looking to develop practical skills in providing and maintaining nail enhancements. In addition you will learn how to create nail art to a high standard.
September
8 Months
£470
Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare Diploma - Level 5
Perfect CPD for existing managers who work with children and young people in a residential setting.
Various throughout the year.
1 Year
£ 1,441
Health and Social Care Preparing to work in Adult Social Care - Level 3
Perfect if you want to gain formal qualifications that will allow you to care for adults aged 18+.
Various throughout the year.
2 Years
TBC
Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines (QCF) Certificate - Level 2
Perfect for health care workers wishing to improve their understanding of how medicines can be handled safely and responsibly, in line with legislation.
Various throughout the year.
1 Year
£405
Award in Principles of Personalisation in Health and Social Care - Level 4
Perfect CPD for existing managers and people interested in becoming a personal assistant to people who are in receipt of direct payments.
Various throughout the year.
1 Year
£220
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services
Perfect if you are looking for an opportunity to build both managerial and care skills. It fulfils the regulatory requirement for those looking to become managers of children’s services or adults’ residential and domiciliary services.
Various throughout the year.
2 Years
£1,800
Certificate in Personal Training - Level 3
Perfect for those looking to become qualified to work in the fitness industry as a REPs recognised Personal Trainer.
September
1 Year
£708
Certificate in Fitness Instruction
Perfect for those looking to become qualified to work in the fitness industry as a REPs recognised gym-based instructor.
September
1 Year
£406
www.eastkent.ac.uk/professional-learning
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Part-Time Courses Dover Course Title
Overview
Start Date
Duration
Cost
Electrical Installation NVQ Diploma (Bridging Unit) – Level 3 (Full Cost)
Perfect for those working in industry. The Electro-technical NVQ includes an entrance exam but excludes AM2 test.
Various throughout the year.
2 Years
£900
Pre-AM2
Perfect if you are preparing to take the AM2 test.
Various throughout the year.
3 Months
£145
Electrical Installation – Diploma - Level 2
Perfect if you want to prepare yourself for work within the Electro-Technical Industry as an Electrician.
September
1 Year
19-23: £700 24+: £1,400
Electrical Installation – Diploma - Level 3
Perfect if you want to prepare yourself for work within the Electro-Technical Industry as an Electrician.
September
1 Year
19-23: £750 24+: £1,500
Part-Time Courses Folkestone Overview
Start Date
Award in Construction (Carpentry and Joinery) Level 1 (evenings only)
Course Title
Perfect if you want to learn the basic skills needed to start employment in the Site Carpentry or Joinery environment and wish to gain a nationally recognised qualification.
September
1 Year
£195
Site Carpentry - Diploma Level 2 (evenings only)
Perfect for people employed in the Construction industry, ideally in a Site Carpentry environment, who wish to gain a nationally recognised qualification.
September
1 Year
£900
Bench Joinery Diploma Level 2
Perfect for people employed in the Construction industry, ideally in a Bench Joinery environment, who wish to gain a nationally recognised qualification.
September
1 Year
£2,711
Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (QCF) - Level 2
Perfect for those working or volunteering in a school. This requires 1 day a week attendance at Folkestone Campus.
September
1 Year
£708
Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (QCF) Level 3
Perfect for those working or volunteering in a school. This is delivered solely in the workplace, and learners can start at any time throughout the year.
September
18 Months
19-23: £1,113
Nail Technology - VTCT Certificate - Level 2
Perfect if you want to develop practical skills in providing and maintaining nail enhancements and providing nail art to a high level of ability.
September
1 Year
£472
Gym Instruction Certificate (Active IQ) - Level 2
Perfect for those looking to become qualified to work in the fitness industry as a REPs recognised gym-based instructor.
September
1 Year
£406
Certificate in Personal Training - Level 3
Perfect for those looking to become qualified to work in the fitness industry as a REPs recognised gym-based instructor.
September
1 Year
19-23: £708
Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy - Level 4
Perfect for those preparing to enter the specific sector of sports massage as a sports massage practitioner working with injured clients.
September
1 Year
www.eastkent.ac.uk/professional-learning
Duration
Cost
24+: £2,225
24+: £1,417 £811
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First Aid Courses Overview
Start Date
Family and Parent First Aid
Course Title
Perfect if you want you and your children to learn the basics of first aid and what to do in an emergency. We have all read or heard miraculous stories where a youngster has used first aid to save a life. You could make the difference.
Various throughout the year
1 day
£20 per person
Confidence in First Aid
Perfect if you are interested in furthering your emergency first aid skills, or already take part in an organised first aid scheme. If you are a health care worker then this course will serve as a basic module.
Various throughout the year
1 day
£25 per person
Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Perfect for employees within all companies, small business, shopping and leisure centres who have an AED machine on their premises, as well as anyone interested in furthering their emergency first aid skills. The course teaches the AED operator the essential skills required in the event of an emergency.
Various throughout the year
1 day
£36 per person
Activity First Aid
Perfect for those who lead or run activities including sports events. This qualification is based on the recommendations of the Resuscitation Council (UK) and the Skills for Health Assessment Principles for First Aid Qualifications.
Various throughout the year
1 day
£80 per person
First Aid at Work – Requalification Certificate
Perfect for employees who already hold a current First Aid at Work certificate that is nearing expiry and who need to re-train to obtain a valid certificate. You will refresh your knowledge, receive updates on First Aid protocols and practice the skills necessary to deal with a range of injuries and potentially lifethreatening situations.
Various throughout the year
2 days
£80 per person
First Aid At Work Certificate
Perfect for employees working in large or medium sized businesses or undertaking voluntary or community activities. This training is a legal requirement in many workplaces and our three day course is designed for people with First Aid responsibility.
Various throughout the year
3 days
£130 per person
Emergency First Aid at Work Certificate
Perfect for people in lower hazard workplaces, this is a basic First Aid course that can be completed in one day or a couple of evenings.
Various throughout the year
1 day
£45 per person
Paediatric First Aid – Level 2
Perfect for people who work with, or look after children. It will give you a basic understanding of how to deal with paediatric illnesses and First Aid emergencies. The course is run over 2 days after which candidates will be able to deliver safe, prompt and effective first aid in situations which can arise when being around children.
Various throughout the year
2 days
£80 per person
www.eastkent.ac.uk/professional-learning
Duration
Cost
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East Kent College Apprenticeships and Workplace Learning
Apprenticeships
Workplace Learning
An Apprenticeship is one of the most cost-effective ways to develop your business, improve productivity and enhance staff retention whilst reducing training and recruitment costs.
Workforce development is one of the most important considerations for any business. Research has shown that businesses that train their employees are more likely to survive than those who don’t. Providing employees with the opportunity to learn and update their skills will encourage greater confidence and ability, improving performance of the individual and the business.
Apprenticeships ensure that your workforce has the practical expertise and qualifications that your organisation needs. The mixture of on and off job learning ensures that Apprentices acquire abilities designed around your business requirements, providing the skilled workers you need for the future. 92% of employers who employ Apprentices believe that Apprenticeships lead to a more motivated and satisfied workforce whilst over 80% agree they make their workplace more productive.
Workplace Learning refers to qualifications undertaken that are linked to the job role and the workforce, achieved by showing knowledge and/or competence against a range of criteria. There are a number of ways in which these workplace qualifications can be delivered: • Work-based learning and assessment delivered entirely in the workplace • Self-study programmes with tutorial support • Knowledge-based courses delivered at East Kent College premises • A combination of on and off the job training through day release at college
East Kent College offers a range of opportunities in the following subject areas: • Accounting
• Hairdressing
• Painting and Decorating
• Bricklaying
• Health and Social Care
• Plastering
• Business Administration
• Hospitality and Catering
• Plumbing
• Carpentry
• Sport
• Computing and IT
• Laboratory and Science Technicians
• Customer Service
• Leadership and Management
• Early Years Educator
• Learning and Development
• Electrical Installation
• Maintenance and Operations
• Engineering
• Motor Vehicle
Centre for Apprenticeships and Workplace Learning www.eastkent.ac.uk/professional-learning 01843 605009 apprenticeships@eastkent.ac.uk
• Supporting Teaching and Learning Additional new courses for 2015/16 to be confirmed. Visit our website or contact us for more information.
www.eastkent.ac.uk
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Finance and Advice Professional Learning Short Courses All our Professional Learning Short Courses are to be paid in full online via our website. For quotes regarding bespoke training please contact the Professional Learning Centre. Email: professional.learning@eastkent.ac.uk Phone: 01843 605040 ext. 5668
AAT and ILM Courses These course prices are subject to personal circumstances, previous qualifications and age. Please contact Professional Learning for confirmation of course cost and funding eligibility.
Part-Time Courses How to Apply
24+ Advanced Learning Loans You can apply for a 24+ Loan to pay for your tuition fees for courses starting on or after 1st August 2015. These advanced learning loans are available for learners wanting to study eligible courses at Level 3 or 4 – eligible courses include QCF Certificates and Diplomas providing you meet the criteria. The 24+ Loans are similar to Higher Education loans but have been introduced for Further Education students who are aged 24 and over at the start of the course.
Bursary Fund for 16-18 and Discretionary Fund for 19 Plus East Kent College’s Support Services team aims to help students on benefits or low income with course related costs such travel, equipment and childcare. We have a Bursary Fund scheme for students who are aged 16-18 and a Discretionary Support fund for students who are aged 19 and over. Your situation will be considered individually and all your circumstances taken into account.
Application and Enrolment is easy: Step 1: Fill in the application form on our website or pick up an application form from the Welcome Building, complete and return to the College. Step 2: Come to one of our enrolment events, held throughout the year, where course tutors will be on hand to answer any questions you might have. You can find details on our website.
Fees and Support Adults will have to contribute to the cost of their further education study unless they qualify for a fee waiver. However, please note that on some of our courses there are no concessions. All prices quoted are given as a guide, and may be subject to change. Fees are payable in full, prior to or at the time of enrolment, unless an instalment plan is agreed. Failure to pay the fees or enter into an agreed instalment plan will result in the student not being able to enrol. Full fees remain payable in the event of a student withdrawing or being withdrawn from the course for any reasons other than the College cancelling the course.
Paying by Instalment If your fees are £300+, you may be able to set-up an instalment plan through a direct debit payment. A 20% deposit is payable at enrolment with the remaining balance paid over a maximum of 6 consecutive monthly payments, or, where the course is shorter than this, at least 6 weeks before the expected end date of the course. In order to set up an instalment plan the following information will need to be provided upon application: • Bank Details (Bank Name and Address, Account number, Sort Code and Account Name) • Copy of a recent bank statement with a cheque book or bank debit card (EEA residents only, subject to status)
Additional Learning Support A team of dedicated specialists trained to help with specific disabilities such as dyslexia, deafness and visual impairment, and medical or physical disabilities as well as access to speech and language therapy. Email: skills.centre@eastkent.ac.uk Please be aware that we are not able to enrol you on the same day that your course actually starts, so make sure you enrol before this date. For more details visit our website: www.eastkent.ac.uk.
Support Services Support Services can advise on financial support you may be entitled to while you study such as: help with travel, special kit for your course, equipment or childcare costs. Broadstairs: broadstairs@eastkent.ac.uk or call 01843 605062 Dover: dover@eastkent.ac.uk or call 01304 244333 Folkestone: folkestone@eastkent.ac.uk or call 01303 858300
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Terms and Conditions 1. Application 1.1 These Terms and Conditions shall apply to the provision of the services (‘Services’) by East Kent College of Ramsgate Road, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1PN (‘College’) to you (‘Student’). No other terms and conditions shall apply to the provision of services unless agreed upon in writing between the College and the Student. 1.2 To avoid doubt, the Terms and Conditions of Study (including all current published College policies, codes and regulations) apply to all students, including those on placements and/or studying at off–campus locations. 1.3 Students should satisfy themselves from reading the available information that the particular course they have chosen meets their requirements before commencing the course. 2. Interpretation 2.1 A ‘business day’ means any day other than a Saturday, Sunday or bank holiday. 2.2 The headings in these Terms and Conditions are for convenience only and shall not affect their interpretation. 2.3 Words imparting the singular number shall include the plural and vice-versa. 3. Student Definition 3.1 Every Student of the College, whether full time or not, must enrol for each course and pay the fees appropriate to their course of study at the College. 3.2 No person shall be deemed to be an enrolled Student unless they have completed and signed a College learning agreement and agreed to meet the liability for the relevant fees, where a Sponsor does not meet the liability on their behalf, 3.3 In all College documentation ‘Sponsor’ is deemed to include the Skills Funding Agency; the Education Funding Agency; local authority/central government schemes; Local Enterprise companies; Student Finance UK; employers and training boards or agencies. 3.4 In signing the enrolment form and learning agreement the Student undertakes to observe these Terms and Conditions (including all current published College Policies, Codes and Regulations) and consents to the College obtaining, recording, holding, processing, etc. personal data including data of a sensitive nature. Students are responsible for informing the College of any changes to the information provided on enrolment. 4. Fees and Payment 4.1 The course fees (‘Fees’) for the Services are set out in the prospectus. 4.2 In addition to the Fees, the College is entitled to recover from the Student reasonable incidental expenses for materials used and for third party goods and/or services supplied in connection with the Services. 4.3 Liability for fees is incurred at enrolment and the College reserves the right to withdraw any offer for a student who has not paid or arranged, to the satisfaction of the College, payment of fees within a reasonable time. 4.4 The Student shall pay the Fees due for the Services at or prior to enrolment or otherwise in accordance with any credit terms agreed between the College or their credit agency and the Student via an instalment plan. 4.5 If the Student fails to make payment within the period in sub-clause 4.4, the College shall have the right to suspend the provision of the Services (where provision of the Services is ongoing) until payment is made to the satisfaction of the College. 4.6 The Student remains liable for any fees not paid by a Sponsor (see clause 3.3 for definition of ‘Sponsor’).
4.7 If the Student fails to make payment within the period stated in clause 4.4 the College reserves the right to charge the Student interest at the rate of 8 per cent per annum on the amount outstanding until payment is made in full. 4.8 Time for payment is of the essence of the contract between the College and the Student. 4.9 Receipts for payment will be issued by the College only at the Student’s request. 4.10 All payments must be made in pounds sterling (£) unless otherwise agreed in writing between the College and the Student. 4.11 The College has a Fees Policy which can be found on the College’s website (www.eastkent. ac.uk), which also includes the College’s policy on refunds. A copy of the Fees Policy can be requested from the Finance Office East Kent College, Ramsgate Road, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1PN.
4.12 Payments made using an external online booking system. The College accepts no liability for the failure of the system, and students using the system agree to do so under the terms and conditions of the booking system. 5. Cancelling or Changing Contents of Courses
5.1 The College reserves the right not to run courses where the number of students is considered insufficient or where resources are unavailable or to change the content of a course where it is considered appropriate by the College to do so. 5.2 All admission to courses is at the final discretion of the Principal. 5.3 The College reserves the right to refuse admission to any course because of restricted availability of facilities due to accommodation or teaching requirements or for any other reason which the College deems it necessary to do so. 5.4 Students have the option to cancel their booking up to ten working days prior to course commencement date. Cancellations made within ten working days of course commencement date may incur an administration charge. 5.5 In exceptional circumstances an alternative attendance date can be arranged if the original date is not convenient for the student. 5.6 All cancellations must be made in writing. Refunds (minus credit card transaction fees where appropriate) will be given within one month of cancellation. 6. Liability and Indemnity 6.1 If the College fails (or has failed) to perform the Services with reasonable care and skill it shall carry out all required remedial action at no additional cost to the Student. 6.2 The College shall not be liable to the Student or be deemed to be in breach of these Terms and Conditions by reason of any delay in performing, or any failure to perform, any of the College’s obligations if such delay or failure is due to any cause beyond the College’s reasonable control. 6.3 The Student shall indemnify the College against all damages, costs, claims and expenses suffered by the College arising from any loss or damage to any equipment (including that belonging to third parties) caused by the Student. 6.4 The College does hold third party liability insurance which indemnifies the College with respect to claims from third parties, including students, who have suffered injury, illness, loss or damage arising from the negligence of the
College or its employees. However, if there is no negligence, no claim would be accepted by the College or its Insurers. 7. Force Majeure Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performing their obligations where such failure or delay results from any cause that is beyond the reasonable control of that party. Such causes include, but are not limited to: power failure, Internet Service Provider failure, industrial action, civil unrest, fire, flood, storms, earthquakes, acts of terrorism, acts of war, governmental action or any other event that is beyond the control of the party in question. 8. Communications 8.1 All notices under these Terms and Conditions shall be in writing and signed by, or on behalf of, the party giving notice (or a duly authorised officer of that party). 8.2 Notices shall be deemed to have been duly given: (a) when delivered, if delivered by courier or other messenger (including registered mail) during the normal business hours of the recipient; (b) when sent, if transmitted by fax or email and a successful transmission report or return receipt is generated; (c) on the fifth business day following mailing, if mailed by national ordinary mail; or (d) on the tenth business day following mailing, if mailed by airmail. 8.3 All notices under these Terms and Conditions shall be addressed to the Vice Principal at East Kent College, Ramsgate Road, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1PN. 9. No Waiver 9.1 No waiver by the College of any breach of these Terms and Conditions by the Student shall be considered as a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other provision. 9.2 No failure or delay on the part of either the College or the Student to exercise any right, power or privilege under these Terms and Conditions shall operate as a waiver of, nor shall any single or partial exercise of any such right, power or privilege preclude, any other or further exercise of any other right, power or privilege. 10. Severance In the event that one or more of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unlawful, invalid or otherwise unenforceable, that/those provisions shall be deemed severed from the remainder of these Terms and Conditions (which shall remain valid and enforceable). 11. Consumer Rights Nothing in these Terms and Conditions shall affect the Student’s statutory rights as a consumer. In the event the Student has a concern, the College Complaints Procedure is available on the College website (www.eastkent.ac.uk) or from the Corporate Services Office at East Kent College, Ramsgate Road, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1PN. 12. Law and Jurisdiction 12.1 These Terms and Conditions (including any non-contractual matters and obligations arising therefrom or associated therewith) shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of England and Wales. 12.2 Any dispute, controversy, proceedings or claim between the Seller and the Buyer relating to these Terms and Conditions (including any non-contractual matters and obligations arising therefrom or associated therewith) shall fall within the jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
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