Part Time Course Guide 2022-2023

Offering you a comprehensive range of part time and higher education courses, this course guide will help you decide which course is best suited to you whether you’re hoping to improve your career prospects, looking to change direction, return to work, or simply pursue a fascinating new hobby… we have the course for you.

Part time learning is designed to be flexible with classes fitting around your commitments, with a range of shorter full cost courses and free* online only courses available too… the choice is yours.

Darlington College offer a dynamic learning environment both onsite and virtual, with facilities and resources that we’re incredibly proud of that are continuously invested in to ensure the best possible student experience for all.

College facilities such as our Learning Resource Centre and Coffee Shop are regularly open late to accommodate part time learning, so whatever it is you want to achieve, we can help make it happen… Don’t Just Learn It – Live It at Darlington College

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EXCELLENT FACILITIES FOR ALL

Learning Resource Centre (LRC)

The LRC provides access to books, DVDs, journals, Mac computers and other learning resources.

Sports Hall and Gym

Competitive sporting activities available daily in our fantastic sports halls. Fitness training sessions also run in our own newly refurbished college gym.

Business Gateway

Our brand-new professional classroom and conferencing space.

Copy Shop

In-house printing facilities providing photocopying and stationery items for your everyday needs.

Multi-Use Games Area

Perfect for sports and exercise with badminton, basketball, 5-a-side, football and volleyball being just some of the things you can take part in.

Food Court

Hungry? The Food Court offers a wide selection of hot and cold food, including healthy options.

Childcare Centre

An excellent on-site childcare centre, rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Student Services Centre Course information, student support, admissions, careers guidance and student finance.

Training Restaurant

A fine dining experience that is open to the public during term time for special themed evenings as well as lunch times, from Tuesday to Friday.

Elements Salons

Commercially run hair and beauty salons, fabulous treatments at brilliant prices. Call 01325 503030 for appointments.

Railtown Coffee

Enjoy a tasty hot drink located in Central Point.

Information on fees and financial support

Course costs t

All tuition fees s and awardinng body costs are non-refunndabl b e, unless the coursse is cancelled by y the college. The advvertised course fees are for r the full duration of the cours r e.

Payment plan

Darlington College offers an instalment pa p ymment plan for tuition fees. You are e required to o paay 25% of the tui u tion fee at the point of enrolment alonng g wiith the examinati t on o and registtration o fees.

The remaining 75% of the tui u tion fee will l be collected in monthly instalmentts by y direct debit concluding one e month before the end of th t e course.

Failure to make paymment t on the due date will result in all outstanding fees being immmediaately due Cont n inued failure to pay coursse e fees may result in your removal from the course of study

If you withdraw from your r coour u se before commpletion you will still be liable for payyment of f all outstandding fees.

Exam late entries and re sitts

Registration and exam entries that do not me m et awarding body closing dates means you may become liable for late fees payments. There is no remissiion on late entry fee e s. Contact Exams on 01325 503104 for furthher detaiils. Examination re-sits may be charged at the discretion of the college. Any student requiring more than 2 re-sits of any individual examination will be b referred to the curriculum manager r and a fee will be charged at the discretion of the manager. r The h manager will ensure e tha h t adequate tuition is received before e another re-ssit i is bookked If f a fee e is requuired it will be charged at the awwardi d ng g organ a isation fee plus 10% administration cosst. If f a re-sit is requested for r an examination that has s been passed, , in order to o improve a grade, this will be charged at the sam a e rate as above.

University level qualifications s

If you are studying a Teesside d University course at Darlington College e then n you may be able to apply for a tuition fee loan. Ask for a copy of the Higher Education Courses Financial Information leaflet for more details.

Advanced Learn r er Loan

If f you’re e aged 19 or r over, you o may qualify for an Advanced Leaarner Loan n Th T ese e loans help you to pay the fees charged by college g s an a d trainiing organisations. Mo M st learners aged 19 and overr, studying at Level 3 to 6, will l qualify for these loans from the UK government It’s eassy to applyy, your household innccome isn’t taken into ac a counnt t and there’s no credit check. You woon’t ha h ve to pay anything g back k un u til yoour income is over £27,295 a year.

To qualify you o must t be:

• aged 19 or ovver on the first t da d y of your r course e (there’s no upp p er age limit)

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Assistannce you can receive if your house s hold income is less than £400,000 for o 19+ students or less s than a £35,000 for Advanced Learn r er e Loan students: Transport

Support with transsport is foor r those students with a household income of f below £40,000 0 who livve more than n two miles* from thhe e co c ll l egge. e It inclludes:

• Free Arriva bus pass for Darlington, Couunty y Durham and Tees Valley students

• A travel grant for o students with the h ir i own car a or r who can’t usse public trans n port

*there may be exceptionons to this is rule, please contact Stu S dent Finance to discuss further if necessasary Childcare

If you u are under 20 wh w en n you enrol on your course you may qualify foor childcaare fe f es s whilst t you st s udy through the Care to Learn Fund d For more r details visit wwwww.go g v.uk/care-to-learn and follow the link k for Care to Learn or call the he h lpline on 0800 1218989 If f you are 20 or over annd have a household income of below £440,000 you can apply for assist s ance witth h the cost of childcare thhrough the Learner Suppor o t Fund directly to Darlington Colllege’s s Student Finance Team.

Essential clothing, equipment, and kits

You can receive a contribution for help p toowards essential kits, books or DBS checks if required. To q qualify your

household income must be below £40,000. . Co C ntact Student Finance on 01325 50030337 for r more e information. Subject to eligibility

Free meals

19+ Eligibility

To be eligible for free meal a s, a student’s household income must be below £10,000.*

16 1 -18 Eligibility

• In I come Support; Inncome Bas a ed Jobseeker’s Allowance; Income Relatted e Employment and Support Allowance;

• Chil i d Tax Crred e it, prrovideed you are not entitled to Working Tax Creditt, an a d have an annual household inco c me (as assessed by HM Revenuue e & Customs) that do d es not exce ed £16,190;

• Su S pport un u der part VI of o the e Immigration and n Asylum Act 19999 9

• Guarantee element of Sta t te Pension o Credit;

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Fee Remission

Skills and qualifications can help to open up new options for work and further study – so you’ll reap the benefits in the long term! Remission of fees usually applies to vocational further education courses.

Non vocational leisure courses, short courses, and Teesside University courses do not qualify for remission of fees. Details of fees for all courses can be found on the individual course leaflets on our website www.darlington.ac.uk

You will be required to pay your fees at the point of enrolment or provide proof of employer sponsorship which may include a purchase order number.

Free vocational courses for 16–18’s:

• If you are 16 – 18 years old on 31 August, no fees apply to vocational further education courses

Income Support in their own right are also entitled to

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Your learning could be FREE if you study for a vocational further education course and meet certain criteria.

• If you are unemployed.

• You get state benefits such as Job Seeker’s Allowance (JSA), Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) or in the Work Related Activity Group (WRAG) or receive Universal Credits – you must be aged 19 or over and applying for a course up to level 2.

• You enrol on a full level 2 qualification, aged 19-23 (as at 31/8/21) and don’t already hold a full level 2 qualification or higher.

• You enrol on a full level 3 qualification, aged 19-23 (as at 31/8/21) and don’t already hold a full level 3 qualification or higher.

Alternatively there is a Payment plan.

The college has a plan that allows you to pay 75% of course costs in monthly instalments after paying 25% when you enrol.

booking line: 01325 503030

Student support

Our skillful staff

Here at Darlington College we have dedicated tutors who all have first hand industrial experience and can give you the help that you need to succeed on your chosen course. We guarantee you will be taught by someone who is a specialist in your subject area and can share their amazing knowledge.

Course and information

Our experienced Admissions and Enquiries Team are able to offer you detailed information on course fees, financial assistance and advice on how you can enrol. Call 01325 503030.

Careers Guidance

Having trouble deciding what course to do? Our careers guidance team was awarded Matrix Accreditation in 2022 and maintained year on year. This is a national quality standard for careers guidance so you can be assured that our advisers will help you find the right path even before you join the college. You can make an appointment with one of our Careers and Guidance Advisers who can offer free impartial advice and guidance on education, training and work prospects. If you are unsure about which course to choose why not come in and see us. For more details, contact our Guidance Team on 01325 503040

Additional learning support

We can provide the extra support you may need to help you succeed in your course, whatever your needs may be. We can provide a wide range of support, whether it be in the classroom, help with assignment work, communication and language assistance or sourcing specialist equipment. To talk to someone confidentially call 01325 503190

Support with your learning

We have a team of Student Support Advisers who can support with issues such as family difficulties, finances, bereavement, issues with your course or anything else that is troubling you.

To find out more about how we can help, call one of our Advisers on 01325 503069

Student counselling

We recognise that personal and private issues are sometimes hard to talk about, the college counselling service enables you to talk to someone about personal issues. All appointments are confidential. Call 07740 844 179 for advice

Supporting equality & diversity

Darlington College celebrates and values the diversity brought by all members of the college population and is committed to providing such services and support to enable all members of its community to achieve their full potential. The college aims to ensure that everyone is equally valued and treats one another with respect and dignity; seeking to provide a positive working and learning environment free from discrimination, harassment or victimisation. To this end we seek to prevent behaviour which is not in line with the spirit of the college’s Equality and Diversity Policy. To view this policy please visit our website www.darlington.ac.uk

This publication is a general guide to college, our courses and facilities, and every effort is made to ensure complete accuracy. The college reserves the right to make changes to curricular content where appropriate. The information given in this publication does not impose on the college any obligation to provide, or continue to provide any courses, modules or amenities described. The college reserves the right to cease to run a programme if insufficient students enrol. However, as far as possible, the college will accommodate individual requirements. Any information can be produced in other formats on request. Please contact our Marketing Team on 01325 503046.

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In the UK, the Automotive industry employs more than half a million people, in all kinds of vehiclerelated jobs. This sector expects growth of +10.1% in our catchment area (up to 2025). This demand will be primarily working with HGV and Electric / Hybrid Engine vehicles, alongside regular Light Vehicles. Mechanic and Technician roles are in huge demand, with increasing salary scales as a result.

Darlington College offers dedicated industry standard workshops with state-of-the-art equipment including an Axone Nemo 2 from Texa diagnostics and can diagnose trucks, cars, bikes and marine vehicles. The great thing about this piece of equipment is that it is not brand specific… meaning it will diagnose almost any vehicle available.

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Level 2 Information & Creative Technology

Level 3 Dipoma & Extended Diploma Digital Technician (Networking / Hardware / Security)

Level 3 Diploma & Exteded Diploma in IT Software Application Devlopment

Level 2 NCFE Certificate in Digital Skills for Work

Level 2 NCFE Certificate in Understanding Coding

Level 2 NCFE Certificate in Principles of Cyber Security

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Darlington College is an established academy centre for Microsoft, Cisco, Linux, and CompTia.

We are also a Google Reference College!

Adult Digital Skills

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Entry Level EDSQ Essential Digital Skills

Level 1 EDSQ Essential Digital Skills

Level 2 Award in Cyber Cecurity

Level 2 Award in Digital Development

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Our Digital IT courses can develop learners from the very basics, at entry level, to competent IT users, at Level 2. Learners can then progress onto specialist IT, Computing, Business, Arts, Marketing, and other courses at Level 3. Learners can also progress in Life and Employment with improved confidence and skills. All courses we offer are produced in conjunction with the UK’s Essential Digital Skills framework.

13Course booking line: 01325 503030 Computing A government report revealed that around 82% of all jobs in the UK list digital skills as a requirement. They also pay 29% more, on average, than those that don’t require these skills (£37,000 vs £28,000 a year). Despite this, employers struggled to fill one-third of vacancies last year due to lack of digital competency. Digital skills are no longer limited to tech and online roles but are nearly universal requirements across all sectors and skill levels today.

Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS7671: 2018 (2018) (2382-18)

Level 3 Award in Domestic,Commercial,and Industrial Electrical Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation (2919-01)

Introduction to Carpentry and Joinery

Introduction to Plastering

Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction envrionment

HNC in Building Studies Level 4 - Year 1 (2 Year programme)

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Louis, Former HNC in Building Studies student

**Please contact Darlington College to register your interest in our on-demand courses that run throughout the year. These courses are delivered in college dependent on sufficient demand or can be booked by an employer to be delivered on site by a specialised member of college staff.

‘The course has been a useful contribution to my career path and has given me a vast understanding and insight to the whole build stage of every element required in a building development, refurbishment, maintenance and throughout a life cycle of a property. Since being on the course I have had several interviews with different organisations and have been successful’

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Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading

Level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques

Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity

Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service

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‘I feel like the course has given me a better understanding and expanded my knowledge of what it takes to be a successful team leader. I hope to apply this knowledge to expand any opportunities that arise in my career’

Perri, Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Team Leading

The following courses

terms and may be subject to changes to specific start dates and

with fixed start dates and timings visit darlington.ac.uk and search for the course you

tel. (01325) 503 030 or email enquiryline@darlington.ac.uk

Health and Social Care

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health Problems

Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

Level 2 Certificate in Nutrition and Health

Level 2 Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care

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Mechanical Engineering & Technical Support

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HNC in Mechanical Engineering Level 4 (2 year course)

HND in Mechanical Engineering Level 5 (2 year course)

HNC in Electrical Engineering Level 4 (2 year course)

Level 2 (Technical) Certificate in Engineering

Level 3 Advanced Technical Certificate or Extended Diploma in Engineering (1145-30)

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Manufacturing, Robotics & Automation

Darlington College has invested heavily in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering resources, including our new Robotics and Automation Manufacturing lab, technical support workshops, welding workshop and a new Electronics lab (including Electric engine training rigs).

Darlington College’s realistic salons are fully equipped to offer you a first-class learning experience and all of our staff are highly experienced to provide you with a wealth of knowledge and skills that will set you up for a career in the Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy industry.

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HNC in Manufacturing Engineering Level 4 (2 year course)

HNC in Mechatronics Engineering Level 4 (2 year course)

HND in Manufacturing Engineering Level 5 (2 year course)

Level 2 Industrial Environmental Awareness

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Level 2 Fitness Instructing (Gym)

Level 3 Cert Personal Training (Gym)

Level 3 Diploma Sports Massage Therapy

Level 4 Certificate Sports Massage Therapy

Level 2 Award Studio Cycling

Award in Instructing Kettlebells Award in Instructing Circuit Sessions

Hair and Beauty

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Level 2 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing

Level 3 Diploma in Hair Services

Level 2 Diploma in Barbering Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Techniques

Level 3 Diploma in Nail Services Award in Contact Dermatitis Prevention

Level 2 Award in Nail Technology

Level 2 Award in Make Up

Level 2 Certificate in Make Up

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Darlington College’s realistic salons are fully equipped to offer you a first-class learning experience and all of our staff are highly experienced to provide you with a wealth of knowledge and skills that will set you up for a career in the Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy industry.

Darlington College’s realistic salons are fully equipped to offer you a first-class learning experience and all of our staff are highly experienced to provide you with a wealth of knowledge and skills that will set you up for a career in the Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy industry.

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Balayage

Advanced Highlights

Root Colour Smudge

Bridal Hair

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Health and Social Care and Childcare

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Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF)

Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies (RQF)

Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (EYE)

Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching & Learning (Teaching Assistant)

Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid

Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent (option for on site delivery for Schools and Nurseries)

Level 3 Certificate Understanding Principles of Dementia Care

Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support

Level 3 Certificate Understanding the Care & Management of Diabetes

Level 3 Award in Health & Social Care

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Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid

Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work

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Level 5 Diploma in Journalism NCTJNCTJ

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‘Studying for the NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism has brought me the confidence and skills needed to gain employment within the media industry. The teaching, support and guidance from all tutors has been exceptional and very professional.

As a mature student taking this course has been one of the best decisions I have ever made and would highly recommend to others.’

Sara – Former Level 5 Diploma in Journalism student

Professional Qualifications

Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice

Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management

Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply++

Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply or Commercial Procurement and Supply Apprenticeship++

Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Level 1 Access Award In Accounting Software

Level 1 Access Award In Bookkeeping

Finance for non Financial Managers and other AAT 1 day essentials courses

Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping or Level 2 Certificate Accounting

Level 2 Accounting Finance Assistant Apprenticeship

Level 3 Certificate in Accounting or Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

Level 3 Certificate in Accounting or Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship

Level 4 Professional Accounting/ Taxation Apprenticeship

Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting

Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Management & Leadership+ or Team Leading Apprenticeship

Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership+ or Operations/ Departmental Manager Apprenticeship

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Interested in qualifying as a CIMA chartered accountant? Contact us for more information +Terms and Conditions apply

++CIPS Apprenticeship runs on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays with varying start times. The apprenticeship includes membership as part of the levy paying scheme!

Interested in qualifying as a CIMA chartered accountant? Contact us for more information

Professional Qualifications

Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills

Level 3 Certificate In Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)

Level 3 Award In Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement

Level 3 Award In Assessing Competence in the Workplace

Level 4 Award In The Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (IQA)

Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or Level 4 Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship (PMQ) Qualification

CMI C&G / ILM

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Business-related qualifications awarded by the industry professional body or chartered institute; these qualifications are aimed at professionals who are looking to develop their career further. Some qualifications can lead to achieving chartered status in your area of expertise.  Professional qualifications support people new to an industry, career changers and those with many years of experience.

Teacher Training

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Level 6 Professional Graduate Certificate in Education

Level 5 Certificate in Education

Level 6 BA (Hons) Education and Training

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Overall from the last 3 years 91% of those who completed Initial Teacher Education with Darlington College went on to work as teachers (primarily in FE Colleges, but also Schools, SEND Provisions, Local Education Provisions and HEIs) further higher education or other graduate level jobs.

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Level 2 Certificate in Cabin Crew

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Open Events

Thursday 20th October 2022 5.30-7.30pm

Wednesday 23rd November 2022 5.30-7.30pm

Thursday 19th January 2023 5.30-7.30pm

Tuesday 21st March 2023 5.30-7.30pm

Monday 8th May 2023 5.30-7.30pm (Higher Education & Life Skills Event)

Monday 3rd July 2023 3.30 - 6.30pm (Summer Open Event)

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