ADULT COURSE GUIDE
Learn Something New This Year
Welcome to our adult course guide for the academic year 2024 to 2025.
If you’re thinking of learning something new this year, then Chichester College is the place to start. Whatever your ambitions – leisure learning and hobbies, skilled trades, access to higher education, or professional courses – we will have a course to help you succeed. And whatever you decide to study, we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.
We also offer a range of free online courses which will get you a level 2 qualification in different fields including business, management, childcare, health care and more. Plus, GCSE English and maths – free for adults who do not currently have these qualifications –and a highly successful ESOL programme. You can also check out our adult courses at Brinsbury College, our sister college offering land-based courses in Pulborough.
Whether you want to study for personal satisfaction, to progress your career or to make new friends, we hope that in this guide you find something that sparks your interest, and we look forward to seeing you here soon.
Don’t Let Financial Concerns Stop You Studying
We’ll work with you to find out what support you may be entitled to and to help you access any funding available.
Here are just some of the options available to help you fund your education.
Fee Waivers
Fee waivers may be available for students aged 19+ who are studying their first government-designated full level 2 or level 3 qualification, or an entry level or level 1 course with the intention of progressing to level 2.
Unemployed and low wage earners
You may be eligible for fee waivers on level 2 and below courses if you are either unemployed and in receipt of certain benefits, or you earn less than £25,000 annual gross salary.
National Skills Offer
The National Skills Offer is intended to help adults gain the skills needed to improve their job prospects. Adults in England have the chance to access a first level 3 qualification for free. This offer is also available to adults in England who earn less than £25,000 annually or who are unemployed, regardless of their prior qualification level.
Advanced Learner Loan for level 3 courses and higher
An Advanced Learner Loan can cover the cost of course fees and you don’t need to start repayments when your income is over a certain amount (the ‘threshold’ amount).
University-Level
If you are applying for a University-Level course, for example a foundation degree or top-up degree, then you can apply for a loan via Student Finance England.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR FULL INFORMATION ON FEE GUIDANCE AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Apply and Enrol
How to apply for your course
Online
Many of our courses can be enrolled and paid for online at chichester.ac.uk. You can apply online by searching for your course and clicking on the ‘APPLY’ button found on each course page.
Alternatively, we can send you an electronic application form by email upon request.
We’ll let you know when we’ve safely received your application with an acknowledgement letter, usually within two weeks.
REFUND POLICY
One day Courses
No refund will be granted to students who withdraw from a one-day class less than 14 days before the start date. In all other cases, if a student cancels their place more than 14 days prior to the course commencement a £50 administration fee is due.
Courses with a duration of less than 13 weeks
No refunds will be given where a student withdraws from the course less than 14 days prior to commencement or once the course has started. In all other cases, if a student cancels their place more than 14 days prior to the course commencement a £50 administration fee is due.
Course duration of 13 weeks or more (excluding University-Level students)
Where a student withdraws within the first 28 days following course commencement a £50 administration fee will be due. If a student attends beyond 28 calendar days from the course commencement, the full fee is payable
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It is the student’s responsibility to inform the college in writing that they are leaving their course. Where a student feels that there are exceptional circumstances that prevent them from continuing with their studies, a written application for fee review can be made to a senior CCG representative. Each case will be judged on its merits. Applications must be made within one month of the withdrawn date held on the central student records database. Supporting evidence must be provided with the application. Applications should be emailed to salesledger@chichester.ac.uk
ACCESS
Our Access to Higher Education courses are ideal for those who have taken a break from their education or are thinking of a new pathway in their studies. They provide an intensive overview of the subject alongside skills preparation for progression onto university or other higher education.
Access courses are taught part time over two or three days per week and require 30 hours a week study commitment.
ARTS & CRAFTS (HOBBY COURSES)
Looking to learn a new skill or hone your existing talents in the arts? We offer a range of hands-on leisure courses in art, design, fashion and crafts. A fantastic way to relieve stress, explore your creativity and meet like-minded people, you’ll be amazed at what you can achieve.
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
If you’re looking to change career and need the right qualification, our courses are the perfect way to learn a new skill and further your professional development.
COMPUTING & IT
Our computing & IT courses will equip you with the skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital age.
COMPUTING & IT (HOBBY COURSES)
CONSTRUCTION
Whether you want to update your trade skills, gain a new qualification, renew mandatory accreditations or learn something completely different, we have the right course to help you succeed.
CONSTRUCTION (HOBBY COURSES)
EDUCATION
Inspire the next generation and transform lives through a rewarding career! On our education courses, you’ll gain valuable insight into the teaching roles and responsibilities, alongside ways to maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.
ENGINEERING
If you’re fascinated by how things work and enjoy solving problems then you’re an engineer in the making. Practical sessions in our workshop will equip you with design, build and testing skills. For those interested in computer aided design, we have evening courses in SolidWorks modelling.
ENGINEERING (HOBBY COURSES)
ENGLISH & MATHS, ESOL
Our maths and English GCSE courses are designed for adult learners.
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
GCSEs FOR ADULTS
Whether you are looking to achieve your GCSE qualification or improve your confidence in English and maths, we can help. Our friendly and experienced tutors will support you to reach your goal. Our GCSE courses are entirely free if you’re over 19 and you haven’t already achieved a grade C/grade 4 GCSE in maths or English.
ESOL COURSES
We run highly successful ESOL courses for young people and adults. We have a range of courses to suit all learners and support with literacy and employability skills.
Find out more by visiting our website, search ESOL
Visit our website for full information www.chichester.ac.uk/free-adult-gcse-courses
HAIR & BEAUTY
The hair and beauty industry is fast-paced and innovative, ever-changing with new trends, products and equipment. A qualification in hairdressing or beauty therapy can take you to exciting places with a colourful choice of career prospects.
BEAUTY (HOBBY COURSES)
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
Our health and social care courses offer a comprehensive and compassionate approach to understanding and addressing the diverse needs of people in order to enhance their quality of life.
HOSPITALITY
Learn to cook with confidence in our fun, practical classes, delivered by professional chefs. Whether you are a complete novice, a keen cook or a culinary wizard, our tempting range of cookery courses cater to all levels of experience, whatever your food interest.
LANGUAGES
Fancy learning a new language or improving your current language skills? Our range of modern foreign language courses offer you the opportunity to learn a new language as a beginner or improve your existing language skills in a relaxed and friendly environment.
MOTOR VEHICLE
You’ll be practising your skills within one of our high-tech workshops, providing you with the next best thing to a real working environment. Our experienced tutors will support you through every step of the course, ensuring you have the knowledge future employers are looking for.
BRINSBURY COLLEGE
With a working farm, forge, stables and animal centre, Brinsbury College offers an opportunity to study subjects you wouldn’t normally find in a classroom. Set in 570 acres of stunning countryside on the edge of the beautiful South Downs National Park (near Pulborough), you’ll be able to learn in the great outdoors.
Adult learners can choose to study part-time or full-time, so you can update your skills ready for a career move, gain a qualification to get your dream job, or pursue an interest with one of our leisure learning options.
AGRICULTURE
Cultivate a career in a multi-billion pound industry. Our fields, commercial dairy and livestock sheds will be your classrooms, as you learn about all these aspects of farming in the modern world.
ANIMAL CARE (QUALIFICATION)
We offer animal care courses, from pet first aid and studying your pet’s behaviour to keeping poultry and lambing.
ANIMAL CARE (HOBBY COURSES)
BLACKSMITHING
Discover the age old tradition of blacksmithing. From one-day courses to ten week basic skills course, you’ll get to grips with the craft of blacksmithing in our state-of-the-art-forge.
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Our one-day business and management courses provide an excellent opportunity to invest in your professional development and career progression.
FORESTRY & ARBORICULTURE
Is working in the natural environment and leading an outdoor lifestyle your dream? If you want to turn your home gardening prowess into a blossoming career or develop your green fingers and add new skills to your portfolio, our courses will help you sow the seeds of success.
FURNITURE, UPHOLSTERY & SOFT FURNISHINGS
Build a future you can take pride in - our award-winning furniture and upholstery courses provide an opportunity to develop a career that’s as individual as you are.
HORTICULTURE (QUALIFICATION)
If you’re passionate about plants and the environment then a horticulture course is for you! Learn the science of growing plants from garden design to sustainable practices, perfect for anyone looking to turn their love for nature into a career or hobby.
HORTICULTURE (HOBBY COURSES)
Routes into Employment
Chichester College Group, working in partnership with West Sussex County Council, is delivering its ‘Routes into Employment’ programmes in the following sectors:
• Routes into Construction
• Routes into Health and Early Years
• Routes into the ‘Green’ sector
These professional courses lead to nationally recognised qualifications which can help boost your career prospects.
Courses have an attendance over one or two weeks at Chichester, Crawley and Worthing colleges. All courses have practical elements which simulate real work environments.
These courses are open to adults resident across West Sussex and neighbouring areas (East Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire).
Quotes from recent attendees across our courses:
I was glad to join and study in your course. This course helped me to be more confident and to find a new job. Now I have been working in a Nursery in Worthing for four months and I am very satisfied with my new job. Thank you very much for the training, this certificate is the basis of my work”.
I feel like construction courses like this are great to help people see if this is what they want to pursue instead of going straight to a full course.”
Never done anything like this before and really enjoyed it. Lots of information and great teachers.”
I think the course is such a broad one and has opened many avenues in further interests of employment.”
Everything I’ve learned will be so helpful in my intended career.”
This course helped me to understand about job interviews.”
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University Level
A University Level qualification can make a huge difference to your career prospects. So whether you’re at the start of your journey, looking to progress in your career or want to change direction, you will find what you’re looking for at the Chichester College Group (CCG).
Degree-level qualifications
Our degree-level qualifications are awarded by the University of the Arts London (UAL), the University of Brighton, the University of Chichester and the University of Portsmouth, so you’ll have the dual benefit of graduating from leading universities while staying local at one of our outstanding colleges.
To find out more
Visit our website to download our prospectus: chigroup.ac.uk/university-level
Our courses
Across the group, we offer University-Level courses in a variety of subjects, including:
> Animal Management & Care
> Business & Management
Free Online Courses
Looking to expand your skills, start your dream career, or gain CPD? Distance learning could be for you!
Access course content anytime via our online platform and receive detailed feedback from your assessor. Our friendly team is here to support your return to education. Boost your CV with our free online courses and gain the edge you need!
Subject areas include:
> Business & Management
> Childcare
> Health Care
> Sport & Fitness
> Workplace Skills
Why Choose Us?
> Get help and support from your assigned tutor
> Achieve a recognised Level 2 certificate
> No college attendance required
> Courses take 4 – 12 weeks to complete. At your own pace, any time of day.
> Receive online course materials and log in to your own learning portal.
To view our full list of courses, access sample content and apply online, please go to: ccg.theskillsnetwork.com
Please Note: To be eligible to complete a VRQ you must be at least 19 years of age and/or over and you will need to be living in England for 3 consecutive years or more. This is due to Government funding rules. If you have any enquiries relating to our free courses, please email: DistanceLearning@chigroup.ac.uk
By choosing to study at Chichester College, You become part of something bigger, stronger and very special. As the largest college group in Sussex, we educate almost 25,000 students each year, including thousands of adult learners.
• Arts & Crafts
• Agriculture
• Animal Care
• Business & Management
• Computing & IT
• Construction
• Distance Learning
• Education
• Engineering
• English & Maths
• Hair & Beauty
• Health & Social Care
• Hospitality
CHANGING LIVES THROUGH LEARNING
OPEN EVENTS
We look forward to welcoming you at one of our open events. For more information, visit our websites or scan the relevant QR code below:
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