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NEW COURSES NOW AVAILABLE
ADULT COURSE GUIDE
Professional, short and online courses for adults
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WELCOME TO OUR NEW ADULT COURSE GUIDE At Kirklees College, we understand the demands of today’s workplace which is why we are committed to supporting you to gain the skills needed to succeed in your chosen career. We are here to support you across all areas of learning, whether you are looking to try a new hobby, upskill in your career or thinking about returning to education following a break, we can help you to achieve your goal. Ranging from one-day workshops to evening classes and professional certificates, there is no better place to start than Kirklees College. With courses available at one of our centres, online or as part of continued professional development in the workplace, our adult learners can benefit from flexible learning designed to fit around your lifestyle. Invest in yourself and enrol now to secure your place.
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CONTENTS
FREE Community courses Adult and part-time courses Animal Care and Land-based Business and Professional
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4-6 7-21 7 8-9
Children and Families
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Computing
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Construction
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Creative Industries
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ESOL
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Hair and Beauty
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Health and Social Care
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Hospitality and Catering
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Higher Education and Higher Skills
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English
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Apprenticeships
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Maths
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Kirklees College centres
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Sport
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How to join a course
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Teacher Education
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Open Days
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DISCLAIMER: Please note courses are subject to change. Details correct at time of print. See website for up to date course and fee information. The college reserves the right to make changes at any time. Some free courses may be restricted to people who reside in local community.
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FREE COMMUNITY COURSES Our free adult courses mean that you’ll be making a personal rather than financial investment. Whether you are looking to secure a job, retrain, upskill, embrace a new hobby or focus on your wellbeing, we have a variety of courses for you to enjoy.
CRAFTY KIDS - FAMILY FUN SESSION
Start Date: 2 April 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 10am - 12pm Duration: 1 week
INTRODUCTION TO LIFE COACHING
Start Date: 2 April 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 9.30am - 12pm Duration: 1 week
KNIT AND KNATTER
HOW TO ENROL
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk See page 22 for more information
Start Date: 2/30 April 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 10pm - 12pm Duration: 1 week
DELIVERY METHOD
BEGINNERS YOGA
Start Date: 26 April/28 June 2022 Day & Time: Tuesday, 10am - 11.30am Duration: 6 weeks Online
BEGINNERS PILATES
Start Date: 26 April/28 June 2022 Day & Time: Tuesday, 11.30am - 1pm Duration: 5/6 weeks
Huddersfield Centre
IMPROVERS YOGA
Start Date: 27 April/29 June 2022 Day & Time: Wednesday, 6pm - 7.30pm Duration: 6 weeks
IMPROVERS PILATES
Start Date: 27 April/29 June 2022 Day & Time: Wednesday, 4pm - 5.30pm Duration: 6 weeks 4
Pioneer Higher Skills Centre See page 21 for more information on centres
LEVEL 1 AWARD IN VOLUNTEERING
Start Date: 27 April 2022 Day & Time: Wednesday, 6pm - 8.30pm Duration: 5 weeks
HOW TO ENROL
EVENING WIND DOWN
Start Date: 28 April/30 June 2022 Day & Time: Thursday, 8pm - 9.30pm Duration: 4 weeks
IMPRESSIONISTIC SPRING GARDEN PAINTING
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk See page 22 for more information
Start Date: 30 April 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm Duration: 1 week
LITTLE GREEN FINGERS - FAMILY FUN SESSION
DELIVERY METHOD
Start Date: 30 April 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 10am - 12pm Duration: 1 week
Online
DIGITAL SKILLS TASTER
Start Date: 30 April 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm Duration: 1 week Start Date: 27 June 2022 Day & Time: Monday-Friday, 9.30am - 4pm Duration: 1 week
Huddersfield Centre
PRACTISING MINDFULNESS
Start Date: 21 May 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 9.30am - 12pm Duration: 1 week
DEWSBURY WALK THIS WAY
Start Date: 21 May/25 June 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm Duration: 1 week 5
Pioneer Higher Skills Centre See page 21 for more information on centres 5
SUMMER CRAFTS - FAMILY FUN SESSION
Start Date: 21 May 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 10am - 12pm Duration: 1 week
HOW TO ENROL
GOING GREEN - UPCYCLING
Start Date: 9 June 2022 Day & Time: Thursday, 6pm - 8pm Duration: 3 weeks www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
CREATIVE WRITING
Start Date: 25 June 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 10am - 12am Duration: 1 week
FIVE WAYS TO WELLBEING
See page 22 for more information
DELIVERY METHOD
Start Date: 25 June 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 9.30am - 12pm Duration: 1 week
KITE MAKING - FUN FAMILY SESSION
Online
Start Date: 25 June 2022 Day & Time: Saturday, 10am - 12pm Duration: 1 week Huddersfield Centre
DIGITAL SKILLS FAST TRACK QUALIFICATION
Start Date: 4 July 2022 Day & Time: Monday-Friday, 9.30am - 4pm Duration: 1 week
IT FOR BEGINNERS
Start Date: Flexible Day & Time: Tuesday, 10am - 12pm Duration: 10 weeks Start Date: Flexible Day & Time: Thursday, 12.30am - 2.30pm Duration: 10 weeks 6
Pioneer Higher Skills Centre See page 21 for more information on centres
ANIMAL CARE AND LAND BASED COURSES Level
Centre/Online
Start
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
First Aid for Pets
1
TH
9 April
Saturday, 10am - 3pm
One day
£40
Floristry - Seasonal Theme
1
TH
18 June
Saturday, 10am - 3pm
One day
£40
Floristry - Wedding Theme
1
TH
4 June
Saturday, 10am - 3pm
One day
£40
Introduction to Dog Grooming
1
TH
Saturday, 10am - 3.30pm
Two days
£80
Introduction to Garden Design
1
TH
Saturday, 10am - 3pm
Two days
£66
One Day Animal Experience
1
TH
26 March, 21 May, 11 June, 9 July
Saturday, 10am - 3pm
One day
£40
Introduction to Beekeeping
1
TH
9 July, 20 August
Saturday, 9.30am - 4.30pm
One day
£40
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key
Day One - 7 May, Day Two - 14 May Day One - 11 June Day Two - 18 June
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
Ring 01484 437070
How to join
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BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL COURSES Level
Start
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
How to join
End of February
Flexible
9 months
£2,573
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Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Diploma
3
Principles of Leadership and Management Diploma
3
HU
Flexible
Flexible
1 year
£1,515
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Coaching and Mentoring Diploma
3
HU
Flexible
Flexible
1 year
£1,987
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Coaching and Mentoring Certificate
3
HU
Flexible
Flexible
Up to 12 months
£724
Coaching and Mentoring Award
3
HU
Flexible
Flexible
4 months
£340
Professional Accounting or Taxation Apprenticeship
4
HU
Flexible
Flexible
24 months
Email apprenticeships@ kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Principles of Leadership and Management Award
5
HU
Flexible
Flexible
4 months
£525
Principles of Leadership and Management Certificate
5
HU
Flexible
Flexible
1 year
£975
Principles of Leadership and Management Diploma
5
HU
Flexible
Flexible
Up to 15 months
£1,635
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Coaching and Mentoring Diploma
5
HU
Flexible
Flexible
12 - 15 months
£1,400
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Coaching and Mentoring Certificate
5
HU
Flexible
Flexible
12 months
£750
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Understanding Business Improvement Techniques
2
Flexible
Flexible
Flexible, self directed study
Free
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key 8
Centre/Online
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Ring 01484 437070
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
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Advanced learner loan
BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL COURSES CONTINUED Level
Centre/Online
Start
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques
2
Flexible
Flexible
Flexible, self directed study
Free
Certificate in Principles of Team Leading
2
Flexible
Flexible
Flexible, self directed study
Free
Certificate in Principles of Customer Service
2
Flexible
Flexible
Flexible, self directed study
Free
Certificate in Understanding Data Protection and Data Security
2
Flexible
Flexible
Flexible, self directed study
Free
Certificate in Understanding Retail Operations
2
Flexible
Flexible
Flexible, self directed study
Free
Principles of Leadership and Management Award
3
HU
Flexible
Flexible
Up to 3 months
£500
Coaching and Mentoring Award
5
HU
Flexible
Flexible
Up to 4 months
£380
Preparing for AAT
2
HU
20 June
Monday 9.30am - 4.30pm
12 hours
£96
Digital Marketing Fundamentals Award
3
13 April
Wednesday, 6pm - 8pm
3 months
Digital Marketing Techniques
4
20 April
Wednesday, 6pm- 8pm
3 months
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key 19+
Advanced learner loan
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
How to join
Tuition fees: £543 Assessment fees: Approx. £150 CIM membership: £65 Tuition fees: £543 Assessment fees: £150 CIM membership: £65 Ring 01484 437070
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
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CHILDREN AND FAMILIES COURSES Level
Centre/Online
Start
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
Leadership in Children and Young People's Services
5
PI
Flexible
Flexible
1 year
£2,882
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Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce
3
Flexible
Flexible
18 months
£2,225
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CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
2
4 April
Flexible
10 weeks
Free
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key 10
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Ring 01484 437070
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
How to join
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Advanced learner loan
COMPUTING COURSES Level
Centre/Online
Start
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
Introduction to Using Online Applications in the Workplace
1
Flexible
Flexible
4 weeks
Free
Certificate in Digital Skills for Work
2
Flexible
Flexible
20 weeks
£10
CISCO IT Essentials
3
Flexible
Flexible
Flexible, selfdirected study
£350
Microsoft Office Specialist Excel
3
Flexible
Wednesday, 4.30pm - 5pm
Flexible
£50
Microsoft Office Specialist Word
3
Flexible
Wednesday, 4.30pm - 5pm
Flexible
£50
Microsoft Office Specialist Outlook
3
Flexible
Wednesday, 4.30pm - 5pm
Flexible
£50
Microsoft Office Specialist PowerPoint
3
Flexible
Wednesday, 4.30pm - 5pm
Flexible
£50
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
Ring 01484 437070
How to join
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CONSTRUCTION COURSES 18th Edition 2382-18 (Award for the requirements for Electrical Installation)
Level
Centre/Online
Start
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
3
BR
Flexible
Flexible
3 weeks
£412
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key 12
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Ring 01484 437070
How to join
info@kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES COURSES Level
Centre/Online
Start
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
Music Studio Rehearsal Skills
N/A
HU
28 April
Thursday, 1.30pm - 4.30pm
5 weeks
Free
Designing with Adobe: Advanced
N/A
PI
25 April
Monday, 1pm - 4pm
7 weeks
Free
Introduction to Adobe Lightroom
N/A
PI
28 April
Thursday, 1pm - 4pm
3 weeks
Free
Introduction to Interior Design
N/A
HU
27 April
Wednesday, 1.30pm - 4pm
3 weeks
Free
N/A
Globe Arts
27 April 29 April
10 weeks
Free
N/A
PI
29 April
Wednesday, 1.30pm - 4pm Friday, 1.30pm - 4pm Friday, 9.30am - 12.30pm or 1pm - 4pm
7 weeks
Free
Art for Wellbeing
How to join
ESOL COURSES Level ESOL (English For Speakers of Other Languages) (Part Time)
Pre Entry Level 2
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key
Centre/Online
Start
HU PI
Flexible start dates
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
Day & Time Day - 2-3 days per week, 9.30am - 3.00pm Evening - 2 per week, 6pm - 8.30pm
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
Duration
Fee
1 year
Free (Means tested for eligibility)
Ring 01484 437070
How to join
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HAIR AND BEAUTY COURSES Level
Centre/Online
Start
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
Back Massage for Friends
N/A
PI
2 April
Saturday, 9.30am - 12pm
One day
Free
Makeup (Using your own makeup to create a new look)
N/A
PI
30 April
Saturday, 9.30am - 12pm
One day
Free
Skin Care
N/A
PI
21 May
Saturday, 9.30am - 12pm
One day
Free
Brow Artistry
N/A
PI
25 June
Saturday, 9.30am - 12pm
One day
Free
Nail Art
1
PI
25 April
Monday, 9.30am - 12.30pm
7 weeks
£83
Basic Makeup Application
1
PI
25 April
Monday, 1pm - 4pm
7 weeks
£83
Client Care and Consultation in Barbering
N/A
PI
30 April
Saturday, 9.30am - 12pm
One day
Free
Introduction to Colouring Techniques for Barbering
N/A
PI
21 May
Saturday, 9.30am - 12pm
One day
Free
Introduction to Basic Barbering Techniques
N/A
PI
2 April
Saturday, 9.30am - 12pm
One day
Free
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key 14
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Ring 01484 437070
How to join
info@kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE COURSES Level
Centre/Online
Start
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
Leadership and Management in Adult Care
5
PI
Flexible
Flexible
2 years
£2,882
Workplace Diploma in Care
2
Flexible
Flexible
2 years
£1,396
Diploma in Adult Care
3
Flexible
Flexible
12 months
£2,225
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Diploma in Adult Care
4
Flexible
Flexible
18 months
£2,882
l
Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
2
Flexible
Flexible
10 weeks
Free
PI
How to join l
HOSPITALITY AND CATERING COURSES Level
Centre/Online
Start
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
How to join
Professional Cookery (Adult Route)
N/A
HU
Flexible
Wednesday and Friday
34 weeks
Fee assessed
Interview
Community Kitchen Skills
N/A
31 March
Thursday, 6pm - 7.30pm
One day
Free
Dinner Party Dining Club
N/A
HU
27 April/1 June
Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm
5 weeks
£121
Kirklees Cake Bake
N/A
HU
26 April
Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm
5 weeks
£121
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key 19+
Advanced learner loan
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Ring 01484 437070
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
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ENGLISH COURSES Level Help your Child with English (Primary)
N/A
Start
PI
13 April, 30 May
HU
21 April, 31 May
PI
13 April, 30 May
HU
21 April, 31 May
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
9am - 12pm
3 hours
Free
1pm - 4pm
3 hours
Free
Help your child with English (Secondary)
N/A
Advanced Creative Writing
N/A
HU
25 April, 27 May
Wednesday, 12pm - 2.30pm
2.5 hours
Free
Improve your Creative Writing
N/A
HU
1 April
Wednesday, 12pm - 2.30pm
2.5 hours
Free
1
HU
22 June
Wednesday, 9.30am 2.30pm
7 days
Free
Functional Skills Level 1 English - Fast Track
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key 16
Centre/Online
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Ring 01484 437070
How to join
info@kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
MATHS COURSES Level Help your child with Maths (Primary)
N/A
Help your child with Maths (Secondary)
N/A
Functional Skills Level 1 Maths - Fast Track
1
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key
Centre/Online
Start
PI
12 April, 31 May
HU
12 April, 30 May
PI
12 April, 31 May
HU
20 April, 30 May
HU
22 June
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
Day & Time
Duration
Fee
9am - 12pm
3 hours
Free
1pm - 4pm
3 hours
Free
Wednesday, 9.30am 2.30pm
7 days
Free
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
Ring 01484 437070
How to join
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SPORT COURSES Introduction to Sport, Health and Fitness Industry
Level
Centre/Online
Start
1
HU
4 May, 6 May
Day & Time Wednesdays and Fridays, 10am - 3pm
Duration
Fee
How to join
6 weeks
Free
Fee Year 1 Tuition fees: £1550 Exam fees: £190 Year 2 Tuition fees: £1550, no exam fee Tuition fees: £400 Exam fees: £45
TEACHER EDUCATION COURSES Level
Centre/Online
Start
Day & Time
Duration
Diploma in Education and Training Award
5
HU
Flexible start dates
2.15pm - 4.30pm
2 years
Award in Education and Training (Standalone)
3
HU
Flexible start dates
5.30pm - 8.30pm
12 weeks
Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Process and Practice
4
HU
Flexible
Wednesday, 3pm - 5pm
6 months
Online course
HOW TO JOIN:
CENTRE/ONLINE: see page 21 for centre key 18
www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk
How to join
Tuition fees: £205 Exam fees: £45
Ring 01484 437070
info@kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Please note that for some courses there may be additional exam or material costs. *Eligible for a reduction in fees if you are in receipt of benefits.
Courses at Kirklees College Degree level courses on your doorstep
APPLY NOW www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk Kirklees College has heavily invested in higher education and higher skills with its range of courses and facilities, including the new Pioneer Higher Skills Centre in Dewsbury. Whether you are considering your next steps or returning to education after a break, we offer degree level courses on your doorstep with state-of-the-art facilities that have been designed with your family and other commitments in mind. With lower course fees, our higher education courses provide an affordable and flexible alternative to university study. To view our complete range of higher education and higher skills courses, please see our Higher Skills Course Guide 2022/23. 19
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APPRENTICESHIPS Kirklees College offers the widest range of apprenticeships in Kirklees and Calderdale and trains approximately 1,000 apprentices in over 30 occupational areas who are employed at over 1,000 companies in West Yorkshire. An apprenticeship offers you the opportunity to learn while you earn and provides you with a solid grounding in your chosen career. You will gain experience in a real working environment and be trained by industry professionals to gain the skills in demand by employers. We have a range of apprenticeships available, including AAT, Art and Design, Business, Computing, Construction, Engineering, Hospitality and Catering, Marketing, Motor Vehicle, Process Manufacturing and Science.
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FINALIST at The BAME Apprenticeship Awards
“As as an apprentice, you get all three things you need for a great start to a career - experience, qualifications and money. It’s a brilliant choice.” Gurjit Natt, Supply Chain apprentice at Kautex Textron
KIRKLEES COLLEGE CENTRES HU
PI HUDDERSFIELD CENTRE
PIONEER HIGHER SKILLS CENTRE
Waterfront Quarter , Manchester Road, Huddersfield, HD1 3LD 01484 437000
Halifax Road, Dewsbury, WF13 1BD 01484 437000
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2121
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ENGINEERING CENTRE
BRUNEL CONSTRUCTION CENTRE
TAYLOR HILL ANIMAL CENTRE
Turnbridge Road, Off St Andrew’s Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6AG 01484 437026
Old Fieldhouse Lane, Off Leeds Road, Huddersfield, HD2 1AG 01484 437141
Close Hill Lane, Taylor Hill, Huddersfield, HD4 6LE 01484 437184
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HOW TO JOIN A COURSE Have you seen a course you’re interested in? Contact us to find out when the next course is running. There are three different ways you can join one of our adult courses:
ONLINE:
TELEPHONE: 01484 437070
1 Visit kirkleescollege.ac.uk/adult-learners 2 Click Adult Courses and use the filters to search for your chosen course 3 Click on your chosen course and click the APPLY NOW or ENROL NOW button 4 Complete our online form and submit it to us
EMAIL:
info@kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Advanced Learner Loans (19+) An Advanced Learner Loan provides financial help for those studying level 3, 4, 5 or 6 courses. If you are aged 19-23 and already have a level 3 qualification (e.g. A Levels) or are aged 24+, you can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to fund your studies. For more information on an Advanced Learner Loan and whether you are eligible please email customerservices@kirkleescollege.ac.uk 22
OPEN DAYS ARE BACK! We’re opening the doors to our centres throughout the year. Our Open Days provide you with an opportunity to see what college life has to offer. You can find out more about our courses, chat to our tutors and take a tour of our industryleading facilities.
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OPEN DAYS 2022 ALL HUDDERSFIELD CENTRES THURSDAY 30 JUNE 5PM – 7PM
ALL DEWSBURY CENTRES WEDNESDAY 22 JUNE 5PM – 7PM
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