Oaklands College Prospectus 24/25

OAKLANDS 2024/25

Full Time & Part Time Course Guide

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Open Events

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We hold open events at regular intervals throughout the year. Keep an eye on our website or follow us on social media for the latest updates.

November 2023 St Albans City: Saturday 4th – 10am-3pm Welwyn Garden City: Saturday 11th – 10am-3pm

January 2024 St Albans City: Wednesday 10th – Adult Open Evening -

5pm-7pm

February 2024 Welwyn Garden City: Tuesday 6th – 5pm-8pm St Albans City: Thursday 8th – 5pm-8pm

April 2024 Welwyn Garden City: Tuesday 23rd – 5pm-7pm St Albans City: Thursday 25th – 5pm-7pm Find out more and register your interest at:

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Applying to Oaklands Please apply online - if you need any advice feel free to contact our Admissions Team on

01727 737000 or email admissions@oaklands.ac.uk We accept applications throughout the year, but recommend you apply as soon as possible to secure your place on the course you want.

You can apply for more than one course. Our tutors and student advice team can help you with your final decision prior to enrolment.

Information in this course guide is correct at the time of going to print. Courses offered may be subject to change so please check our website for up-to-date course and course information.

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Principal’s welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 A-Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Animal Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Applied Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Art, Fashion and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Business, Finance & Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Computing, Technology & Digital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Construction Trades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Construction Management and Civil Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Early Years. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Equine Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Film, TV & Games Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Hair, Beauty & Barbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Health and Social Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Horticulture and Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Hospitality and Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Learning for Independence and Future Employment (L.I.F.E.). . . . . . . . 128 Maths and English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Motor Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Performing and Production Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Public Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Sport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 T-Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Travel, Tourism and Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Sports Academies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Adult Courses (19+ years old) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Higher Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Teacher Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 How will I travel to college? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 How to find us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Principal’s Welcome I am pleased that you’re thinking of joining the Oaklands College learning community. The move from school to college is an exciting step and we will support you in excelling within our high-achieving, inclusive and supportive environment.

We also offer courses for adult learners who are looking to upskill, reskill, change career or join one of our adult community courses. These courses are available at each of our campuses, online and in the workplace. We’re fortunate to have three campuses - Welwyn Garden City, St Albans and a third, smaller campus in Borehamwood. Each has a different character and is shaped to provide a highly enjoyable student experience. We’re also proud of our centres of excellence in Construction, Creative Industries, Engineering, Sports and Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND).

In October 2023 Oaklands College was rated overall GOOD by Ofsted and recognised for its contribution to meeting skills needs in the area.

We were praised for our teamwork and dedication in teaching and learning, the good behaviour and attitudes of our students with high attendance and participation standing out.

We were also noted for our positive strategic and operational links with industry, employability and pathways to work and further study that is embedded in the curriculum.

Oaklands Wolves Sports Academies continue to go from strength to strength. With academies covering Athletics, Basketball, Cycling, Football, Hockey, Netball, Rugby, Tennis, Golf, Multi-sports and Karate. We provide exceptional opportunities for students to continue in their sporting career, providing strength & conditioning, sports science testing and technical development, alongside excelling in their chosen studies. On a personal level I am delighted to welcome the UK’s first ever Karate Academy to our St Albans campus.

I would encourage you to come to one of our open days and get a sense of what it’s like to be a student here. We’re well known for our friendly atmosphere and highly supportive staff, and this is one of the many reasons so many people choose to study with us.

I hope you find this guide helpful and if you have any questions, please do contact our Admissions Team on 01727 737000.

I look forward to welcoming you at one of our open days.

Best wishes

Andrew Slade Principal and CEO

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We’re so much more than just a college!

Leaving school and going to college can be a daunting step, but we’ll focus on your learning, personal and social development, all aimed at providing you with the qualities and skills you need to maximise your potential and succeed in life.

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Open to all learners We are nationally recognised for our outstanding provision for providing a safe, vibrant and inclusive environment to learners of all ages and those with mild to severe learning difficulties.

Omar Meho

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Omar is a former student who studied BTEC Level Business Studies and is now running three successful businesses; his own record label, Atmos Tempo Records, a school, Music Workflow Academy, and a life coaching business called The Mindset Bible.

He is an International Resident in Ibiza, France, UK & Dubai and has played in some of the biggest clubs in the UK including Egg LDN, Fabric, The Arch, The Cause and much more. He has also featured in the Forbes 30 Under 30 List.

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With so many of our tutors from professional industries, what better place to learn and improve.

#GETCAREERREADY! Achieve your potential!

Whether you want to further your studies, be an apprentice, or seek employment, we’ll help you achieve your potential.

I failed my A-levels, but I still wanted to go to university and get my degree. Reflecting on this also made me realise I preferred coursework to exams. The camaraderie with the students and the sense of community is what I enjoyed most about studying at Oaklands College.

Expert tutors

Our links with industry, employability and pathways to work are part of the curriculum.

Exceptional student support Work experience We have strong links with local employers and a dedicated team helping students complete in total over 100,000 hours of work experience each year, enhancing your employability skills.

98% of our students progress into employment, apprenticeships, or further study within 4 months of completing their course.

Our Student Advice team offer impartial information and advice by telephone, email or drop-in to help you make informed decisions. You might be eligible for financial support such as the Adult Skills Fund and the College Bursary Fund.

Fantastic facilities You will learn in an exceptional learning environment – from the first-rate Learning Resource Centres to the professional salons, laboratories, art studios, a zoo, and an awardwinning restaurant.

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Oaklands Borehamwood

St Albans Campus redevelopment

Oaklands Borehamwood is located on Elstree Way within walking distance of the station and offers easy access to the A1.

Our £62 million St Albans Campus redevelopment is transforming over a five-year period.

The new facility includes a multi-purpose workshop and two large classrooms.

Courses available at Borehamwood include English for speakers of other languages (ESOL), adult learning courses, Business, Construction and a range of other subject areas.

We have created a masterplan for the further redevelopment of the St Albans campus. The residential Homestead building opened in September 2020 and houses up to 80 students, as well as two on-site residential wardens.

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Our 49 classroom Evolution Centre opened in October 2021 completing the second phase. We’re now moving towards the third phase which will include a brand new Construction Hub and a sports pavilion - due to open in September 2024.

Construction Hub

The Evolution Centre

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Sports Pavilion

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We know the importance of having an outstanding learning environment to help you achieve your goals and ensure you have the best possible learning experience so we have made a multi-million-pound investment in our facilities.

St Albans

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You will be surrounded by 200 acres of wide-open countryside.

Our St Albans Campus offers state-of-the-art facilities in a rural setting, just outside the city centre, it is a spacious campus which houses a full working farm and zoo. Hospitality and catering courses are delivered in modern kitchens and a working restaurant. We work closely with local employers for trades such as brickwork, carpentry and electrical so that what we teach you meets the current demands of the industry.

We are nationally recognised as an elite sporting academy and are partnered with England Basketball, Hertfordshire Mavericks, Saracens Rugby Club and Arsenal Women’s Football Club.

We have invested in fantastic sports facilities including 2 full-size floodlit purpose-built Astro pitches. ● A-Levels

● Adult Short Courses ● Agriculture

● Animal Management ● Apprenticeships

● Art, Fashion & Design ● Business

St Albans

● Computing, Technology & Digital

● Award winning restaurant

● Brickwork & Construction Trades ● Carpentry

Campus highlights

● ESOL

● Multi-sports hall

● Electrical Installation ● Equine Studies

● Higher Education

● Hospitality & Catering ● Horticulture

● Motor Vehicle ● Plumbing

● Public Services

● Sports Studies & Academies ● Springfield

● Supported Internship ● Supportive Learning ● T-levels

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● Gym

● Art, design and fashion studios ● Floodlit 3G pitches

● Habitat animal centre ● Equestrian Centre ● Working Farm

● Motor vehicle workshops ● Construction workshops ● Campus cafe

● Learning Resources Centre

● Student Careers & Advice Hub ● Residential Homestead ● Student Lounge

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Welwyn Garden City A modern campus situated in the heart of the town centre...

Our Welwyn Garden City Campus provides you with a spacious learning environment to achieve your college and career aspirations. Close to the town’s Howard Centre which includes shopping facilities and a mainline rail link to Stevenage, Letchworth and St Pancras International.

We have a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) centre housing the very latest cyber technology and bespoke science laboratories, giving students the best possible start for a career in the STEM sector. The Engineering Resource Centre offers a state-of-theart teaching facility, including modern classrooms, CAD workshops and 3D printers where engineers of the future can learn the skills they need.

We have a brand new eSports gaming centre launching in 2024. ● Access to Higher Education ● Apprenticeships

● Applied Science ● Business

● Childcare

● Computing & Technology

● Construction & Civil Engineering ● Employability Skills ● Engineering

● Hair & Beauty

● Health & Social Care ● Higher Education ● Media ● Music

● Performing Arts

● Supported Internship ● Supportive Learning

Welwyn Garden City Campus highlights

● Engineering Resource Centre

● CAD workshops and 3D printers ● STEM centre

(Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths)

● Music recording studios ● Dance studio

● Drama theatre

● Professional Hair & Beauty Salon ● Media recording studio

● Student Careers & Advice Hub ● Campus cafe

● Learning Resource Centre ● Student Lounge

● Travel & Tourism ● T-levels

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Qualifications explained Not sure what level courses you can apply for?

Have a look at the table below and match up your existing qualifications. Courses throughout this guide are colour coded to match and quickly show you the ones you could apply for.

Entry Requirements

Qualification

Level

E

● No formal entry

● Entry Level Award

● Further Training

Level

● Typically, no formal

● BTEC Introductory

● Employment

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Level

2

Level

3

requirements

entry requirements

●Three GCSEs at Grade

3 or above or a Level 1 qualification

● Four GCSEs at Grade

4 or above normally including Maths and English or a relevant Level 2 qualification and have achieved a Level 2 functional skills in English and Maths

5 or above normally including ● Maths and English

T

● Skills for Working Life

Diploma ● BTEC Firsts ● City & Guilds Level 1 ● NVQ Level 1 ● BTEC Level 2 Diploma ● City & Guilds Level 2

● Further Training ● Level 2 course ● Intermediate

Apprenticeship

● GCSEs Grades 4-9

● Intermediate

● Minimum 5 GCSEs at

Grade 4 which must include Maths and English

● BTEC Diploma/National

Diploma/Extended Diploma ● Advanced Apprenticeship ● City & Guilds Level 3 ● NVQ Level 3

Next Steps ● Level 1 course

● Employment

● Further Training ● Level 3 course

Apprenticeship ● NVQ Level 2 ● Higher Diploma

● Six GCSEs at Grade

Level

Equivalent

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Level

5

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● 48 UCAS points plus ● GCSE in Maths and

English at Grade 4 or above

In today’s competitive market, employers and universities are looking for more than just a qualification.

Your study programme will therefore comprise of the following four elements to help you achieve success:

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A nationally recognised qualification in the subject of your choice.

● A Levels

● Employment

● Access

● Higher Education

● Level 3 Diplomas ● Advanced

Apprenticeship

● Further Training

● Level 4–5 course

● Higher Apprenticeship

● Cache Diploma

● Employment

● Higher Education/

University

● City & Guilds Diploma

● Apprenticeships

● Combined Modular

Extended Degree (CMED) ● HNC/HND ● Foundation Degree ● Higher Apprenticeship

● L4 = 1st year of

Bachelor degree ● L5 = 2nd year of Bachelor degree

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● Employment

● Further Training

● Higher Education, for

example top up to a Bachelor (BA, BSc) degree or post graduate studies

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● Every student will undertake work experience

and we have a dedicated team to support you. employers and companies.

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support your progression.

● Work experience is mandatory for students aged

16-18, but optional for students aged 19+.

Maths & English skills.

● Maths and English skills are highly regarded

by employers and universities.

● If you have a Grade 3 or below in GCSE

● 3 A Levels

Development of employability skills and work experience.

● We have a dedicated employability team to

English and Maths you will be required to study either GCSE or functional skills at the appropriate level for you.

● BTEC Diploma

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● We have excellent relationships with local

Apprenticeship

● A Levels

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study programme?

● Advanced

● Higher Apprenticeships

Level

What is a

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Personal development skills.

Personal Development Review (PDR) includes: ● Being a responsible citizen ● British Values ● Performance Learning and Study Skills ● UCAS applications and Apprenticeships ● Safeguarding including Prevent ● Feeling safe and protected– staying safe online ● Resilience and Wellbeing ● Healthy Relationships

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Sports Academies

We believe in nurturing well-rounded individuals who excel both in the classroom and in their sport.

With our state-of-the-art facilities and expert coaching, you will have the opportunity to reach new heights in your chosen sport while achieving academic success.

Embark on a journey that will shape your future, both academically and athletically.

Unlock your potential: Oaklands College sports academies Oaklands College is proud to host a highly esteemed Sports Academies department, offering a diverse range of sports provision. With nine academies covering Athletics, Basketball, Cycling, Football, Hockey, Netball, Rugby, Tennis, Golf, and Mixed Martial Arts, we provide exceptional opportunities for students to excel in their chosen sport.

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We believe in more than just the pursuit of excellence in the classroom or on the field. At Oaklands College, we are dedicated to nurturing well-rounded individuals who thrive in both realms.

Our commitment to your success is unwavering, and we provide the tools you need to achieve greatness. At Oaklands College, we understand the importance of balancing academics and athletics. That’s why we offer regular sessions and workshops designed to support our studentathletes in achieving success in both areas.

We expect all our student athletes to display excellent commitment to their academic studies.

State-of-the-art facilities: Prepare to be amazed by our cutting-edge facilities, designed to elevate your performance to new heights. From world-class gyms to specialised training areas, our campus is a place where you can push your limits and achieve your athletic dreams.

Expert coaching: Our coaching staff consists of industry experts, former professional athletes, and dedicated mentors who are committed to unlocking your full potential. With their guidance, you’ll receive top-notch instruction and support to enhance your skills and performance. With our comprehensive support system and unwavering commitment to your growth, we provide the stepping-stones you need to reach the pinnacle of your ambitions.

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9am to 12pm Study Programme e.g Level 1/2/3 Business / Sport / Multi-Trades / A Levels / ESOL / IT

9am to 12pm Academy training including sport specific training and sport performance support including S&C, physio and sport science sessions.

1.15pm to 4.30pm Academy training including sport specific training and sport performance support including S&C, physio and sport science sessions.

Excel in every arena:

Our sports academies are open to all students enrolled on full-time courses.

You’re welcome to join any of our sports teams including athletics, basketball, cycling, football, hockey, netball, or rugby and to try out for an academy place.

Example day 2

12.15pm to 1.15pm – lunch break

Experience the perfect blend of education and sport

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Example day 1

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12.15pm to 1.15pm – lunch break 1.15pm to 4.30pm Study Programme e.g Level 1/2/3 Business / Sport / Multi-Trades / A Levels / ESOL / IT

Please note. You may be required to train or play in the evening and at the weekend.

New for 2024

Vaulting Academy

Cheerleading Academy

Equestrian vaulting is often described as gymnastics on horseback. You don’t need to be able to ride to have a go at vaulting, but if you do ride then vaulting can greatly improve your riding skills. Within our vaulting academy, training sessions will include a combination of strength and conditioning work as well as dance and gymnastics.

Our academy programme aims to build core skills in cheerleading stunts, gymnastics, dance and performance skills; as well as promoting life skills such as teamwork, friendship, dedication and commitment, confidence, tolerance, respect and trust.

We believe that providing our athletes with both mental and physical training, as well as opportunities to compete and cheer at various competitions and games will empower you to excel in this fantastic sport.

For further information, visit the official Oaklands Wolves website: www.oaklandswolves.com

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Careers and Personal Development The College experience at Oaklands goes way beyond what you do in the classroom – there’s plenty to get stuck into to learn new skills and meet people outside your course.

#GETCAREERREADY We want you to have a distinct advantage when you enter the labour market and be well prepared.

The #GETCAREERREADY programme sets out how we can help you achieve your career aspirations, by gaining the knowledge, skills and experience required by employers to secure fulfilling jobs, manage your lifelong career and successfully navigate changes and challenges in your work and personal circumstances.

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The #GETCAREEREREADY framework has been endorsed by employers and external stakeholders who have set out the soft skills that are considered essential for working in their sector.

Oaklands College was instrumental in the development of the Hertfordshire Local Skills Improvement Plan (2023) which identifies the skills employers require.

We also embed the local skills framework across our courses.

Hertfordshire Skills Framework Work Experience (WEX)

Progress Review Weeks

Our Work Experience Advisors are here to assist you with all things WEX. This will include CV writing, personal statements and employability workshops. They will also help you to source and log WEX hours.

At regular points throughout your course you will have the opportunity to discuss your progress with your Personal Tutor. This discussion will include exploring your practical and academic progress, your digital skills development, your meeting of deadlines, your attendance and your punctuality.

You will work with your teacher to evaluate your progress, identify support and set targets on your individual learning plan. This supportive process will assist you to reach your full potential in achieving your goals within your course and support your progress into your chosen next steps.

Careers Advice and Guidance We’ll provide you with impartial advice and guidance to support you in making informed decisions regarding your career and progression.

You can book a 1:1 with a Careers Advisor at either campus, as well as attend careers talks by employers, universities and apprenticeship providers.

You can work with the Careers Team to develop a personal development plan to advise and guide you through your time at the college and prepare you for life after education.

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Personal and people

Technical and practical skills

Motivation and ambition ● Actively participate ● Show enthusiasm ● Knowledge of the sector ● Pursue aspirations and goals

Numeracy ● Apply simple mathematical concepts ● Understand simple arithmetic ● Understand costs and expenditure

Confidence ● Willing to meet new people ● Able to hold conversations with peers, managers and customers ● Recognise own strengths and be able to present these Respect and good manners ● Listen and learn ● Recognise the feelings of others ● Be polite ● Remain calm

Students’ Union and Enrichment We give all students the opportunity to have a voice and to have positive input into the student experience at college, playing a key role in shaping the events and activities that run throughout the year. The Oaklands Students’ Union meet regularly throughout the year and run student led campaigns to engage and educate the student community.

You can also take part in sports sessions, wellbeing activities and talks from guest speakers covering a variety of educational topics.

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Determination and resilience ● Commitment to get things done ● Learn from mistakes and accept criticism ● Resist distractions ● Adapt to changes Adaptability ● Flexible to cope with changing demands ● Able to apply knowledge to different situations Teamwork ● Cooperate with others ● Recognise skills in others ● Value contribution from others

Literacy ● Able to express yourself in writing ● Understand business etiquette verbally and in writing ● Able to explain yourself verbally Business and customer awareness ● Understand commercial realities ● Professional communication with customers ● Effective time management Analytical and problem-solving skills ● Identify problems ● Investigate systematically ● Look for better ways and suggest solutions ● Plan and organise tasks Digital technology ● Understand developments in technology for business ● Basic knowledge of IT Qualifications ● Achieve qualifications valued by employers

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Introduction

Work Experience

Adult Courses Structure

Introduction

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

You might be planning to return to work after a break, step up your career, seeking a complete career change altogether or just want to learn something new for you. Our courses will give you the skills you need.

Marcus started his journey in 2020 when he began to study level 3 animal management.

Alongside completing his course Marcus went on to be a veterinary care assistant where he worked with a variety of animals. Whilst in his final year at Oaklands, Marcus found the love for birds of prey and decided that this was the route he wanted to pursue in the future. Upon completing his Level 3 in Animal management Marcus went on to become an apprentice at the Falconry Centre and was given the chance to hand rear his own bird of prey. Marcus completed his apprenticeship and now specialises in pest control using birds of prey.

Oaklands Student App The Oaklands app is a central hub for all our students. The app gives you quick and easy access to all the college programmes you use on a regular basis. It also hosts live feeds for bus and train timetables, campus maps, student services, health information and much more.

The app can be downloaded for free from the App Store or Google Play.

Courses for Employment

L2 Business student Taku Chioko completed a successful Work Placement with Nationwide.

Taku’s placement was sourced by our employability mentors, and he was supported with his CV and the application process. Taku took part in a variety of tasks, with his work experience being closely linked to the units of work he was studying at the time.

● Business & Personal Development – adult short

courses

● Rebuild Your English Skills

● Maths & English Functional Skills ● ESOL Community courses

Leisure and Interest ● Art and Design – short courses ● Introduction to Counselling ● Computing ● Cookery

● Digital Creativity

Our flexible learning options mean you can study part-time, in the evenings or simply take on a short course based around your existing life commitments. We also have various start dates throughout the year allowing you to apply anytime of the year.

Find courses for you in the subject areas and at the back of this guide.

● Fashion ● Floristry

● Creative Writing

● Foreign Languages ● Sign Language

● Courses for 60+

Professional Development ● Course for work & life

● English Functional Skills ● Maths Functional Skills

You can also scan this QR code to see more information and apply online, or visit:

● Work Based Learning

www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/adult-courses

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Introduction

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25 Introduction

Information, Advice & Guidance

Student support Money Matters Under 19 Full and part-time students aged 16-18 on 31 August 2024, and residents in the EU for the last three years are exempt from tuition fees for all fulltime courses but will have to pay for material fees if applicable.

Financial Assistance Financial assistance is available to help you with course fees based on providing evidence of means tested benefits for low income. For further information on course fee advice email information.services@oaklands.ac.uk

19-23 Full and part time students aged 19-23 on 31st August 2024, tuition fees may apply, in addition to any material costs. In some circumstances, depending on your qualifications or benefits, fees may be waived - but again, Student Advice will be able to explain the finer details.

College Bursary Fund The college can provide support against financial barriers to education which can include provision of: ● College meals ● Travel ● Kits, books, and essential course equipment ● Childcare whilst you are studying at college

24 and over If you are aged 24 and over, tuition fees may apply for your course, but you could do this by taking out an Advanced Learning Loan for Level 3 courses and above. Fees again may be waived in certain circumstances so check in with Student Advice to see what applies to you.

Adult Skills Fund Any adult aged 24 and over who wants to achieve their first full Level 3 qualification (equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma or two full A levels) is now able to access a selection of fully funded courses. This allows adults to train and gain valuable skills to improve their job prospects.

What makes some eligible? ● Anyone aged 16 and over can apply. ● Household income must be below £29,250

annually – this includes salaries and benefits received from anyone aged 18 or above who lives with the student, including the student.

● A full assessment of household income is

required to assess financial needs which evidences financial needs of student are not being met.

● Students do not receive an automatic entitlement

to the college bursary fund based on any individual circumstances i.e., disability, diagnosis, or receipt of benefits - household income must be provided.

Oaklands College is Matrix accredited so you can be assured all your questions will be handled professionally. You can get information, advice, and guidance on a range of work and learning opportunities to suit you.

A comprehensive leaflet detailing the service offered is available in all reception areas or online.

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Parent Portal

Student Support

The Parent Portal provides parents and carers of our students with access to information about their child, including their timetable, exam information, attendance, and academic reviews.

Learning Mentors work alongside Personal Tutors to provide 1 to 1 support to students. Learning Mentors offer pastoral and wellbeing guidance and help students to overcome any barriers to learning.

Safeguarding and Wellbeing Officers help with a range of practical and personal issues, such as financial support, benefits, childcare, welfare support and guidance appointments.

Learning Support The Learning Support Team can help you to access the right support at any stage of your programme. We work with students with a broad range of needs including: ● Dyslexia ● Sensory impairment ● Asperger’s Syndrome ● Autism ● ADD/ADHD ● Dyspraxia ● Mental health problems ● Physical disabilities ● A general learning difficulty It is very important, where possible, that you tell the college before you begin your course if you know that you need support. You can do this by telling us on your application form.

Before starting your programme, we can arrange: ● An assessment of support needs ● A tour of the campus ● Support at interview and enrolment For further information and advice contact the Independent Learning Support team on 01727 737000

Learning Mentor Personal Development Support As part of your study programme, Learning Mentors provides information on, and guide discussion around, a range of important personal development themes on a weekly basis in Personal Development sessions.

Learning Mentors also offer 1-to-1 pastoral and wellbeing support.

The Learning Mentors signpost students to relevant teams in the college so that timely guidance is provided, and appropriate welfare support is in place to ensure student wellbeing and diminish any barriers to learning.

Safeguarding and Wellbeing: We have a dedicated Safeguarding and Welfare Team who can offer support around wellbeing, mental health, and safeguarding issues.

They work in partnership with and can make referrals to external agencies such as mental health and wellbeing services, housing support, mentoring and the college counsellor.

To contact the team email: safe@oaklands.ac.uk

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Our A Level Programmes

We provide an exciting range of A Level and BTEC/CACHE/UAL courses which are combined in order to provide our students with the best possible grade outcomes, which maximises their choice of university.

Our A Level routes are linked directly to our sports academies providing student athletes with the choice to study on one of our pathways.

Benefits of this combined provision includes:

A Levels

A Levels What subjects are offered?

You can pick 3 subjects from the following options: ● Business ● Biology ● Chemistry ● English Literature ● Maths ● Law ● P.E. ● Psychology ● Sociology

● Modular assessment of BTEC/CACHE/UAL

There will also be some options to combine a Level 3 BTEC with an A Level

● Significantly enhanced grade potential

What can I study?

which is closer aligned to university study

● Opportunity to include AS Level Extended

Project Qualification – enhancing overall grade and skill outcomes In addition, we provide detailed support to each of our students in preparing their personal statement, as well as preparing for interviews and other selection processes to ensure they are able to secure their first choice of university.

Non-A Level Equivalent Qualifications

BTEC Diplomas provide a practical, real-world approach to learning and an alternative route to traditional GCSEs and A Levels. They focus on the holistic development of the practical, interpersonal and thinking skills required to be able to succeed in employment and higher education.

BTEC qualifications were established over 25 years ago and are recognised by universities, employers and professional bodies across the United Kingdom and in over 100 countries worldwide.

We have an exciting mix of both traditional A Levels and non-A Levels so that students can benefit from both types of pedagogy (the linear A Level and modular BTEC/CACHE/UAL). Students taking these subjects will not only be supported to achieve good quality grade outcomes but also gain additional life skills that will prepare them for study and life at university, Apprenticeships and employment.

A Levels cannot be studied individually and can only be taken in combination with the relevant vocational qualification.

For more information on our value added A Level courses, please register your interest at: www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/a-levels

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Animal Management

Animal Management 23

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Animal Management

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25 Animal Management

Animal Management We have a selection of exotic, domestic and farm animals to suit the interests of almost anyone who would like a career working in this field. All in a terrific rural setting with 24-hour supervision to ensure the well-being of our furry, and sometimes, not so furry friends. The humans are really friendly too!

If you love animals but want to obtain serious qualifications and expertise to develop your passion into a career, we have the facilities to make that happen.

We have a working farm, a licenced zoo and many specialist habitats to support your learning.

A vast range of animal and science-related careers await our students, either directly on completion of their studies with us, or via progression to university.

Our animals include meerkats, goats, reptiles, snakes, primates, sheep, alpacas and Highland cattle.

How do I get there?

Level

E

E3 Diploma in Skills for Working Life (Animals)

Level

L1 Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies - Animal Care

1

Level

2

L2 City & Guilds Technical Certificate in Animal Care

Level

L3 City & Guilds Advanced Technical/ Extended Diploma in Animal Management

3

Progress into employment

Progress on to university

I want to be... ● Animal welfare worker ● Veterinary nurse ● Groomer ● Animal nutritionist ● Wildlife conservation officer ● Zoo keeper ● Animal trainer ● Farm hand

For more information on our Animal Management courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/animal-management

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Animal Management

E3 Diploma in Skills for Working Life (Animals) Level

E3

L2 City & Guilds Technical Certificate in Animal Care

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

2

What do I need?

No formal entry qualifications are needed, just an interest in animals and a willingness to learn.

What will I learn?

This course is designed to provide you with a basic overview in Animal Care. ● Maintaining the health and wellbeing of animals ● Biology ● Feeding and accommodation ● Health and safety ● Animal nursing

L1 Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies - Animal Care

1

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including English, Maths and Science or a Level 1 Diploma in Animal Care with merit.

What will I learn? ● Preparing for work ● Employability skills ● Animal health ● Grooming ● Farm animals ● Poultry

Level

Animal Management

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

During the course you will be expected to complete 150 hours of work experience in relevant employment.

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

L3 City & Guilds Advanced Technical/ Extended Diploma in Animal Management

What do I need?

Three GSCEs at Grade 2 or above including English, or an Entry Level vocational skills course and a strong interest in working with animals.

What will I learn?

The course will cover a range of units to develop your personal employability and animal care skills for the animal sector, for example: ● Working with others ● Moving and accommodating animals ● Caring for and feeding animals ● Organising an event

Level

3

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above to include English, Maths and Science or a relevant L2 qualification in animal care with merit.

We strongly recommend that you gain some voluntary experience within the animal sector so that you gain a realistic insight into the animal industry and are prepared for the demands of this course. A minimum of five days (which do not have to be consecutive) is advised.

What will I learn?

● Animal health and husbandry ● Animal feeding and nutrition

● Animal behaviour and communication ● Biological systems of animals ● Animal welfare and breeding

● Exotic animal health and husbandry

During the first year you will be expected to complete 150 hours of work experience in relevant employment.

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Applied Science

Animal Management

#GETCAREERREADY!

Our strong industry links with Paradise Wildlife Park will be an invaluable resource to you during your studies for enrichment and work placement opportunities.

Meet: Nicole Laymen Nicole studied Level 3 Animal Management at Oaklands and now runs her own dog-walking business.

Whilst studying she completed 300 hours of work experience at the National Animal Welfare Trust in Watford, working with cats, dogs and small rodents.

Nicole said: College widened my knowledge and experience of handling different types of animals such as meerkats, lemurs and alpacas. I realised the career I wanted to go into was with dogs. The remaining few months of college was during lockdown in 2021. I completed a canine dog First Aid course and a dog walking course. These aren’t mandatory for a dog walker, but I wanted extra knowledge of the new legislations and to know basic first aid just in case of emergencies. I then created a business name and cards to post through letter boxes in the local area. I bought business insurance for my company and car and created information sheets to keep up to date with paperwork about my clients. i.e. medical history. Word of mouth and Facebook helped me gain 90% of my clients.

We also offer short courses for adult learners. Please check our website for updates throughout the year. ● BL2 in dog walking

● FC2PSA1P/1 L2 Cert of Technical

Competence in Pet Sitting

● CCFAIDAS/1 First Aid for Pets – 1 Day

Nicole is now a full-time dog walker with an average of 8-15 dogs per day and has house sits booked in for next year already!

Oaklands allowed Nicole to develop her skills with animals and the confidence to see selfemployment as an option. Being self-employed has taught Nicole a lot about herself and what she is truly capable of.

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Applied Science

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25 Applied Science

Applied Science Our Applied Science courses will suit people who have good attention to detail, an enquiring mind and enjoy taking a methodical approach to problem-solving.

How do I get there?

Students will be interested in practical sciencebased careers such as healthcare and laboratory work across many sectors.

This brings together a range of science areas in a more vocational context, as an entry point to your chosen career.

We cover a variety of topics such as human anatomy and physiology, astronomy; applications of organic chemistry and contemporary issues in science. Students will develop strong practical laboratory skills in all three science disciplines.

Applied Science students will also have the opportunity to complete an individual investigative project.

We have well-equipped laboratories with dedicated members of staff to facilitate the practical-based learning that is an essential component of this course.

Following completion of the course, students can progress into apprenticeships, employment or higher education. The college is developing a close link with companies to provide more apprenticeship and employment opportunities with leaders in industry, such as: GlaxoSmithKline, Entoplast, and Autolus.

This is a demanding field of study with potentially rich rewards for your future career.

Level

2

Progress into employment

GCSE Biology

Level

2

L2 First Extended Certificate in Applied Science

Level

L3 National Foundation Diploma in Applied Science (Forensic Science) L3 National Foundation Diploma / Extended Diploma in Forensic and Criminal Investigation

3

Level

3

Extended Degree in Science – Biomedical and Healthcare Science

Progress on to University

I want to be... ● Geophysicist

● Pharmacologist

● Data Analyst

● Toxicologist

● Forensic Scientist

● Paramedic

● Speech Therapist

● Nurse

● Laboratory Technician

● Physiotherapist

For more information on our Applied Science courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/applied-science

● Pathologist

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Applied Science

Level

2

Part Time Level 2 Welwyn Garden City

This course will cover the following areas: ● Key concepts in biology; cells and control, genetics, natural selection and genetic modification. ● Health, disease and the development of medicines. ● Plant structures and their functions. ● Animal coordination, control and homeostasis, ecosystems and material cycles.

L2 First Extended Certificate in Applied Science Level

2

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including Science and preferably English and Maths.

What will I learn? ● Psychology ● Scientific principles ● Science and world of work ● Chemistry and applications ● Science of medicine ● Health applications ● Working in science ● Investigating a crime scene

L3 National Foundation Diploma in Applied Science (Forensic Science) Level

3

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above in English, Maths and Science or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

What will I learn? ● Laboratory practice ● The Scientific Method ● Scientific principles ● Maths for science ● The application of chemistry and biology

L3 National Foundation Diploma / Extended Diploma in Forensic and Criminal Investigation Level

3

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Science, Maths and English or a Level 2 qualification in Applied Science.

What will I learn? ● Principles and applications of science ● Practical scientific procedures and techniques ● Science investigation skills ● Forensic investigation procedures in practice Optional units include areas such as: ● Forensic traffic collision investigation ● Forensic genetics ● Environmental forensics ● Forensic fire investigation

#GETCAREERREADY!

Growth sector The ‘Golden Triangle’, made up of Oxford, Cambridge and London, marks the central cluster of the UK’s life sciences industry, at the heart of which lies Hertfordshire. The Life Sciences sector is a rapidly growing industry. w

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Hertfordshire is home to some of the most famous names in pharmaceuticals, thanks to the strength of its local research asset base and proximity to other major UK and world research centres.

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SOME OF THE MOST NEEDED LIFE SCIENCES ROLES IN HERTFORDSHIRE FORMULATION SCIENTIST

77,000 EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE INDUSTRY IN HERTFORDSHIRE

IS THIS THE INDUSTRY FOR YOU? Life sciences could be for you if…

1 3 2

SCIENCE TEACHER

BIOLOGIST MICROBIOLOGIST MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

DON’T FORGET

BIOCHEMIST

The industry needs a wide range of non life sciences roles such as

GEOLOGIST PHYSICIST

1

GSK (Stevenage) makes innovative vaccines and speciality medicines to prevent and treat disease.

3 CELL AND GENE THERAPY CATAPULT (Stevenage) is an independent innovation and technology organisation committed to the advancement of cell and gene therapies, with a vision for a thriving industry delivering life-changing advanced therapies to the world.

CHEMIST

RESEARCHER

DISCOVER SOME OF THE AMAZING EMPLOYERS ON YOUR DOORSTEP...

2 ROCHE (Welwyn Garden City) has focused its energy and investment in developing tests and treatments that change lives and give everyone more quality time with the people they love.

MOLECULAR SCIENTIST

YOU WANT TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON PEOPLE’S HEALTH.

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INDUSTRY 5

FINANCE, BUSINESS ADMIN, HR, LEGAL

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Applied Science

GCSE Biology

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

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4 DLRC (Letchworth) is a leading consultancy with a wealth of regulatory and scientific knowledge and considerable experience in both leadership and management.

5 BPL GROUP (Borehamwood) enhances the lives of patients every day and supports healthcare professionals by providing highquality plasma-derived therapies worldwide.

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Extended Degree in Science – Biomedical and Healthcare Science Level

3

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

We offer an Extended Degree in Science programme in partnership with the University of Hertfordshire which enables students to progress onto a variety of science related degree pathways.

Some modules covered can include Genes and Ecology, Introduction to Healthcare, and Sports Science Interventions.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will progress to a degree programme at the University of Hertfordshire.

What do I need?

48 UCAS points including one A Level or equivalent plus GCSE Maths, English and Science at Grade 4 or above.

Student Success After completion of the Foundation Diploma, students usually progress to Extended Diploma in Applied Science.

One of the students from this group has successfully passed the interview and secured an apprenticeship with an employer at the Science Park, Stevenage via Oaklands College Careers Advice and Information Services. She is now working as an apprentice with the employer.

Art, Fashion & Design

Art, Fashion & Design

Applied Science

What will I learn? ● Mathematics for science ● Mammalian Physiology ● Sport science interventions ● Aspects of health fitness and training methods ● Genes and ecology For further programme information please see our Higher Education Guide or visit: www.oaklands.ac.uk/HE

Expert Tutors Our team of tutors are highly skilled and have vast knowledge and experience in the three disciplines of science, both applied and theoretical, in relation to Applied Science. They will encourage you to be methodical and meticulous in your approach to your work, preparing you for employment or Higher Education.

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Art, Fashion & Design

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25 Art, Fashion & Design

Art, Fashion & Design

With practising artists and industry experienced tutors, in fantastic, professionally equipped studio facilities and the opportunity to develop professional skills by exhibiting your work in our Art, Fashion and Design end of year showcase.

Our courses provide a solid start to careers in a wide range of creative industries and the broader service industries linked to art and design jobs.

Our offering includes courses accredited by the University of the Arts London.

Students will typically progress to university to develop in their specialism or into the workplace in industry or as freelance artists & designers.

Subjects include fine art, drawing, painting, 3-dimensional studies, digital design, fashion, photography, print, games and textiles, graphics, illustration and multimedia design.

Our students range from school-leavers making their first steps into developing their creativity right up to those progressing to university level.

How do I get there?

Level

1

UAL L1 Diploma in Art, Design & Media

Level

UAL L2 Diploma in Art, Design & Media UAL L2 Diploma /Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art & Design

Level

UAL L3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Graphic Design UAL L3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Multimedia Design and Animation UAL L3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Fashion Design and Construction UAL L3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Photography UAL L3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design

2 3

Progress into employment or on to University

I want to be... ● Photographer ● Graphic Designer ● Illustrator ● Fashion Buyer ● Fashion or Textile Designer ● Animator ● Set Designer or Painter ● Prop Maker ● Costume ● Web Content Photographer or Designer ● Jewellery Designer ● Interior Designer

I love to work with Oaklands College as they are so open to ideas and the students always produce such creative and innovative work which they can use in their portfolios when moving on to further education or applying for jobs.

Katie Carr Founder of sustainable gift brand, Tommy & Lottie

For more information on our Art, Fashion & Design courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/art-fashion-and-design

● Ceramicist

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Art, Fashion & Design

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Level

1

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

2

What do I need?

A GCSE profile at Grade 2.

What will I learn? ● Drawing, Painting, 3-dimensional design ● Photography, printmaking & textiles ● Digital skills ● Developing speaking, reading, writing and maths skills ● Working together and sharing ideas and solutions to practical challenges ● Organizing and presenting work and time management

Art, Fashion & Design

UAL L2 Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Creative Practice and Art & Design

UAL L1 Diploma in Art, Design & Media

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English, Maths and an art-based subject/ or a Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design. You must bring some artwork to your interview in the form of a sketchbook, design boards or photographic evidence of work.

Fantastic Facilities Oaklands College has a well-equipped and professionally staffed learning environment where students can reach their full potential through access to our specialist studios, including fashion & textiles ceramics & 3D, photography, print and creative computer suites.

What will I learn?

● Explore ideas and concepts in art and design ● Explore and experiment with 3D design

● Explore and experiment using ceramics ● Develop and extend life drawing skills ● Experiment and explore printmaking

● Carry out a personal final major project

● Challenge and explore contextual ideas and

UAL L2 Diploma in Art, Design & Media Level

2

concepts

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including Art, or a UAL Level 1 Diploma in Art, Design and Media or other related Level 1 qualification. You will be asked to bring some artwork to your interview in the form of a sketchbook, design boards or photographic evidence of work.

What will I learn? ● Painting and drawing ● Textiles ● Graphic design and photography ● Printmaking ● Ceramics ● 3D design ● Art history ● Visual communication

UAL L3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Level

3

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

You will need a minimum of one art based A Level or an Extended Diploma with accompanying four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, as well as a portfolio of artwork as evidence for your interview process.

What will I learn? ● Photography ● Fashion and textiles ● Print ● 3D design/Ceramics ● Graphic illustration ● Fine art ● Life drawing ● Contextual studies

UAL L3 Fashion, Business and Retail Level

3

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4, this must include Maths and English Language, and Art or another creative subject. You may also have a Level 2 qualification at a Merit, with a clear love for the Fashion Retail industry. Available for students 16+ and 19+

What will I learn?

● Fashion marketing: how to sell a product, social

media promotion, e-commerce and advertising.

● Buying and merchandising: stock into store,

choosing the product, making a profit.

● Visual merchandising: stock presentation,

window display, store layouts and design.

● The supply chain: working with suppliers,

logistics and delivery

● Retail management: management principles,

team leadership and customer service

● Garment technology: fabrics and internals, fit and

form, pattern construction.

● Digital: Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator for

fashion promotion

● Store design: interiors and exteriors

● Sustainability: in product design and supply chain

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Art, Fashion & Design

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Level

3

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

Level

3

What do I need?

You will need four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English, Maths an Art based subject and/or a Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design.

You must bring some artwork to your interview in the form of a sketchbook, design boards or photographic evidence of work.

What will I learn? ● Motion graphic character design ● Adobe software and editorial programmes ● Creative processes of animation and illustration ● Games design and concept art

3

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

You will need four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English, Maths, an Art based subject and/or a Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design.

You must bring some artwork to your interview in the form of a sketchbook, design boards or photographic evidence of work.

What will I learn?

● Studio and location photography ● Digital photography

● Traditional (wet photography) methods

What will I learn? ● Digital pattern cutting ● Textiles ● Garment construction ● CAD ● Photography and video shoots ● Creating a portfolio Fashion students are regularly entered into local events and competitions and design collection for their end of year fashion show.

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● Darkroom techniques in our fantastic facilities ● Research skills

Level

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English, Maths an art-based subject and/ or a Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design. You must bring some artwork to your interview in the form of a sketchbook, design boards or photographic evidence of work.

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This course is available to school leavers and those aged 19+.

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Full Time 2 Years St Albans

● Working to live briefs

UAL L3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Fashion Design and Construction Level

UAL L3 Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Photography

Art, Fashion & Design

UAL L3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Multimedia Design and Animation

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

You will need four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English, Maths, an Art based subject and/or a Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design.

You must bring some artwork to your interview in the form of a sketchbook, design boards or photographic evidence of work.

What will I learn?

You will be taught how to generate contemporary graphics using industry standard software.

Topics include: ● Motion graphics ● Packaging ● Typeface design ● Advertising ● Photography ● Print design

Hertfordshire has been a national centre for film-making for a century. It is home to Elstree Studios, Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, Sunset Studios, Sky Studios Elstree and the BBC. A large network of media and production companies support the industry locally.

SOME OF THE MOST NEEDED FILM AND MEDIA ROLES IN HERTFORDSHIRE EVENT PRODUCER

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SOCIAL MEDIA EXECUTIVE

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The industry offers a wide range of non film and media roles such as…

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WARNER BROS. STUDIOS LEAVESDEN offers 350,000 sq.ft. of sound stages, Europe’s biggest tanks, a 100-acre back lot and extensive workshops and offices.

2 SKY STUDIOS ELSTREE is a brand new state-of-theart film and TV studio launched in partnership with NBCUniversal. It has ambitions to become the world’s most sustainable studio.

PLUMBER, ELECTRICIAN, CARPENTER

Film, media and creative services could be for you if…

ENGINEERING, RESEARCH, MARKETING AND PUBLICITY

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JUNIOR CREATIVE ARTWORKER

IS THIS THE INDUSTRY FOR YOU? YOU WANT TO BE PART OF THE EXCITING CREATIVE AND ENTERTAINMENT SECTOR.

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3 ELSTREE STUDIOS offers over 60,000 sq. ft. of filming space, 3 live audience ready stages, 44 production village companies and 95 years of filmmaking experience.

4 IGL FILMS (Welwyn Garden City) is an award-winning production company and creative agency that creates video and animation to help businesses bring their products and brands to life.

5 PEARLDROP (Stevenage) creates video content for everything from customer-facing viral marketing campaigns to internal training and health and safety packages.

WWW.HOPINTO.CO.UK

Graphic Design students are regularly entered into national competitions ranging from photography to advertising and more.

info@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Art, Hair &Fashion Beauty & Design Adult courses

Pick up a new hobby in a relaxed, inclusive environment and learn new skills in art and design.

We offer a variety of courses to fit around your schedule.

Courses at all levels from beginners through to improvers include: ● Pottery ● Printmaking i.e. paper making and bookmaking ● Sculpture ● Drawing and painting Access to Art & Design This one year course is designed for adults who are aiming to progress onto undergraduate and higher diploma courses.

You will be introduced to a range of disciplines across art and design such as 3D, printmaking, photography, painting, drawing and life drawing; studying through practical and theoretical workshops that enable you to assemble a personal portfolio to support applications and progression to higher education courses within art and design.

You will have the opportunity to develop your problem solving and independent study skills within units, which include a focus on cultural studies - modern and contemporary studies in art and design, the design process and visual studies in 2D as well as specialist subject units.

Print The Printmaking Certificate Course for adults coves a wide range of printmaking techniques, including monoprinting, intaglio (drypoints), linocuts, collagraphs and screenprinting - all in our well-equipped printmaking studio.

‘Paper, Print, Ink’ are to include paper-making and book making, giving students the opportunity to create unique artists books.

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Traditional Crafts In this course, you will explore traditional crafts such as paper making, batik, shibori, textile basketery, 2D & 3D feltmaking and natural dyes, as well as book making and traditional printmaking processes, including letterpress and block-printing.

You will take inspiration from both contemporary and traditional craft makers and, after learning a wide range of techniques, have the opportunity to produce a series of outcomes. This can include craft work which combine processes such as an Artist’s Book using their own handmade paper or a plaited raffia bucket bag with hand-dyed batik lining.

Ceramics This 25-week course leads to a Certificate in Ceramics and is suitable for all adults. A wide range of hand-building processes are taught, such as pinching, coiling and slab-building and you can learn a range of decoration techniques including slips, oxides and glazes.

You will have the opportunity to throw on the wheel and use specialist materials such as paper clay.

This course is aimed at adults who are complete beginners as well as those with existing skills who wish to complete a 25-week course.

info@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Business, Finance & Accounting

We also offer short courses for our adult learners. Please check our website for updates throughout the year.

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Business, Finance & Accounting

Business, Finance & Accounting Business know-how will help you if you want to start your own venture, work in specialisms such as accountancy or marketing, or simply make yourself more valuable to an employer.

Our wide range of courses has been carefully designed to provide students with a thorough grounding across a range of specific business skills.

This prepares students for employment and advancement across all sectors, both public and private, where business knowledge is in high demand.

Our students are 16–18-year-olds and adults, studying all the way up to university level.

From using spreadsheets effectively to developing strategy or making financial projections, we can take you step by step from the beginning or allow you to jump in at a higher level if you’re building on skills and experience you already have.

Other disciplines include event planning, retail, customer care, social enterprise, research, presentation and people management.

● Entrepreneur

● Human Resources Associate ● Buyer ● Retailer ● Accountant ● Office Manager ● Business Analyst ● Customer Services Coordinator

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L1 BTEC Vocational Studies in Business

Level

2

L2 BTEC Extended Certificate in Business

Level

L3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Business and Finance L3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship L3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Marketing for Business L3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sport and Business

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Progress into employment

Progress into employment or university

T Level, L3 in Business Management and Administration

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Sophie Allen was a Business Administration Apprentice at Oaklands, she is now employed as part of the enrichment team at the College.

● Account Manager ● Marketing Executive

Level

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Meet: Sophie Allen I want to be...

How do I get there?

Business, Finance & Accounting

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

I started my Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship at Oaklands in 2021.

During my apprenticeship I worked in many departments. I found I was interested in enrichment and engaging with students by organising events and activities to encourage the student voice. Before my apprenticeship came to an end, I was offered a role as an Enrichment and Student Engagement Officer, which I accepted. My confidence and knowledge has increased in all aspects of business admin.

info@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

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3

Level

4

AAT L1 in Bookkeeping AAT L2 Certificate in Accounting

Progress in to Employment

AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting AAT L4 Diploma in Professional Accounting Foundation Degree in Business Management

For more information on our Business courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/ business

For more information on our Accounting courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/ accounting-bookkeeping

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Level

1

Full Time 1 Year St Albans Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

No formal entry qualifications.

What will I learn? ● Being organised ● Working with others ● Researching a topic ● Branding a product ● Presenting a business idea ● Contribute to running an event ● Developing digital information using IT ● Using digital communication technologies ● Creating a spreadsheet to solve problems

L3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma/Extended Diploma in Business and Finance Level

3

Full Time 2 Years St Albans Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and Maths or successful completion of a relevant Level 2 course.

What will I learn? ● Business and personal finance ● Exploring business ● Developing a marketing campaign ● Managing an event ● Effective management of personal debt ● Recording financial transactions

Business, Finance & Accounting

L1 BTEC Vocational Studies in Business

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

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L2 BTEC Extended Certificate in Business Level

2

Full Time 1 Year St Albans Welwyn Garden City

L3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma/Extended Diploma in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Level

3

Full Time 2 Years St Albans Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including English and Maths or a relevant BTEC Level 1 qualification.

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and Maths or successful completion of a relevant Level 2 course.

What will I learn? ● Enterprise in the business world ● Finance for business ● Principles of marketing ● Using business documentation ● Introducing retail business ● Principles of customer care ● Recruitment, selection and employment

What will I learn? ● Enterprise & entrepreneurs ● Developing a marketing campaign ● Personal and business finance ● Launch and run an enterprise ● Innovation and enterprises ● Social enterprise

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HIRE’S HERTFORDS IN G IN K R O W

There are around 7,165 organisations providing business, finance and legal services in the county, offering a huge variety of roles from sales and marketing, project management, investment, accountancy and financial advice, legal and insurance services and business consultancy.

39,000 EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE INDUSTRY IN HERTFORDSHIRE

IS THIS THE INDUSTRY FOR YOU? Business, finance and law could be for you if…

YOU ARE A PROBLEM SOLVER, LIKE TO HELP CUSTOMERS AND FIND SOLUTIONS.

info@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

FINANCIAL ANALYST BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR

BOOKKEEPER CUSTOMER SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR LEGAL EXECUTIVE LEGAL ASSISTANT PARALEGAL AUDITOR INVESTMENT ADVISOR ACCOUNT MANAGER

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AMBERSIDE ADVISORS (Berkhamsted) provides financial and commercial advisory services to investors, companies and the public sector involved in low carbon and infrastructure projects.

2 PWC (Watford) provides audit, tax, risk assurance, people and organisation, deals and consulting services to private business, multinationals and listed businesses.

SALES FINANCE MANAGER

The industry offers a wide range of other roles too...

BROUGHT TO YOU BY

Contact Centre: 01727 737000

SOME OF THE MOST NEEDED BUSINESS, FINANCE AND LEGAL ROLES IN HERTFORDSHIRE

DON’T FORGET ADMINISTRATION, HR, MARKETING

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3 ASHBOURNE INSURANCE (Hoddesdon): With over 40 years’ experience in providing insurance solutions to local residents and the business community, Ashbourne Insurance is your Hertfordshire Independent Insurance Broker with a policy to suit any requirement: business, car, home or travel insurance.

4 CRANE & STAPLES (WGC) has been providing expert legal advice to residents and businesses in and around Welwyn Garden City for over 80 years.

5 DEBENHAMS OTTAWAY (St Albans) is a multiservice law firm known for providing clients with outstanding service and award winning legal advice.

WWW.HOPINTO.CO.UK

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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L3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Marketing for Business Level

3

L3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sport and Business

Full Time 2 Years St Albans Welwyn Garden City

Level

3

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and Maths or successful completion of a relevant Level 2 course.

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths and English.

What will I learn? ● Careers in marketing ● Marketing principles ● Customer communications ● Applying digital marketing ● Branding products and services ● Generating customer loyalty ● Marketing an event ● Marketing research

● Personal and business finance

What will I learn?

We offer a range of part-time blended learning courses in bookkeeping and accounting that can support your next career move.

AAT L1 in Bookkeeping

Our courses range from 1 day to 54 weeks. All our courses are professionally accredited by AAT, the professional body for accounting technicians, which is well recognised by employers.

What do I need?

Age 19+ only. 3 GCSES with 2 points or at Grade E or above or an entry level qualification.

There are no formal entry requirements, although it is desirable you have minimum numeracy and ICT skills at Level 1. You do not need prior knowledge of Accounting Software packages.

● Developing a marketing campaign ● Managing an event

● Careers in the sport and active leisure industry

Level

● Self-employment in sport ● Physical activity

The course is timetabled to work with our in-house sports academies training schedule so that you can combine your studies with your pursuit of excellence within your own sporting discipline.

Full Time 2 Years St Albans Welwyn Garden City

AAT L2 Certificate in Accounting

What do I need?

You will need to hold five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and Maths.

Level

What will I learn?

The Core Component provides knowledge and understanding. It underpins key concepts, theories and principles relevant to the T-level and the subject sector. You will cover modules such as: ● Business context ● People ● Quality and compliance ● Finance ● Policies and procedures ● Project and change management ● Business behaviours

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Part Time One evening a week for 18 weeks St Albans Blended Learning

What will I learn?

You will learn how to identify a range of bookkeeping transactions, including income, expenses, profit, and loss, as well as gaining an understanding of the benefits and risks associated with bookkeeping software and the importance of ethical behaviour. ● Understand financial transactions. ● Process customer and supplier transactions, payments, and receipts. ● Understand the benefits and risks of using accounting software

● Health, wellbeing and sport

T Level, L3 in Business Management and Administration

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Business, Finance & Accounting Adult Courses

Business, Finance & Accounting Adult Courses Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Business, Finance & Accounting

2

Student Success Our Level 3 Business courses offer excellent progression routes to university, degree apprenticeships or employment.

We also offer an in-house route into Higher Education through our L4 Partnership with University of Hertfordshire.

info@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Expert Tutors Teaching and support from highly experienced tutors with backgrounds in Marketing, Sales, Finance and HR.

Part Time One day a week St Albans Blended Learning

What do I need?

Age 19+ only. There are no formal requirements for this qualification although it is required that you have a minimum of Maths Level 2 and English Level 2. You do not need prior knowledge of Accounting Software packages.

What will I learn? ● You will benefit by achieving the following learning outcomes: ● Understand how to set-up bookkeeping systems. ● Process customer and supplier transactions, receipts, and payments

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting Level

3

Foundation Degree in Business Management

Part Time One evening a week for 36 weeks St Albans Blended Learning

Level

4

What do I need?

Age 19+ only. AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting or equivalent, ideally at Merit of Distinction level.

GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths and English or their equivalent. Achievement of Level 3 of the AAT Skillcheck. Experience of using Microsoft Excel is desirable as a significant knowledge of Excel functions is required. You must be able to dedicate time to home study – usually between 5-7 hours a week.

What will I learn? ● Business awareness ● Financial accounting: preparing financial statements ● Management accounting techniques ● Tax processes for business

AAT L4 Diploma in Professional Accounting Level

4

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

48 UCAS points made up of at least one A Level (A2), BTEC National Award or equivalent plus Grade 4/C in English Language and 3/D in Mathematics. Applications are also welcome from those who may not fully meet the above entry requirements but have a number of years’ relevant experience.

What will I learn?

This course gives you an excellent grounding in Business Management with an emphasis on personal development and employability. All business students study a common year before choosing to continue on a general business course or going on to specialise in their second year.

The following courses are specialisms you can choose to follow in the second year. ● Foundation Degree Business Management with Accounting ● Foundation Degree Business Management with Marketing For full programme information visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/HE

Part Time One evening a week St Albans Blended Learning

What do I need?

Age 19+ only. You will have the minimum numeracy and literacy skills at Level 2. You will need to prove that you have passed the AAT Accounting qualification at Level 3 or equivalent.

Computing, Technology & Digital

What will I learn? ● Applied management accounting ● Analyse and report on business performance ● Drafting and interpreting financial statements ● Internal accounting systems and controls ● Evaluate internal control systems ● Calculate income tax, National Insurance Contributions (NICs) and capital gains ● Understand relevant legislation and contract law that impacts the credit control environment

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Business, Finance & Accounting Adult Courses Hair & Beauty

info@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Computing, Technology & Digital

Computing, Technology & Digital

How do I get there?

Our courses can help you regardless of whether you’re a practitioner responsible for an organisation’s computer systems or working with software in a non-IT role.

The complexity of using computer technology with the latest software can mean that the line between IT practitioners and IT users is increasingly blurred.

With increasing use of digital communication channels, and with many people now working from home, computer and network maintenance is ever more important to ensure organisations can function.

Our expert tutors will guide you through a range of topics including hardware, website building, software development, cyber security, networks, building a PC and games development.

Our students progress in IT-related employment and to higher education. They have gone on to complete degrees in subjects including IT & business, robotics, software systems, and even media.

IT skills are indispensable across all industries, for IT specialists as well as other employees who might benefit from being more IT savvy.

Computing, Technology & Digital

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Level

1

L1 Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies – ICT

Level

2

L2 First Extended Certificate in Information & Creative Technology

Level

L3 National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Computing BTEC L3 National Foundation Diploma /Extended Diploma in Information Technology Level 3 Access to Computing and ICT

3

Progress into employment or on to University

Adult Courses Level

E

Level

1

I want to be...

Essential Digital Skills Step2Skills L1 Digital Skills for Work Excel (Intermediate) Step2Skills

Progress within employment

● Data Analyst ● Games Developer ● Technical Support ● Computer Programmer ● Web Developer ● Software Tester ● Systems Developer ● Network Engineer

For more information on our Computing & Technology courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/computing-ict

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info@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Computing, Technology & Digital

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Level

1

Computing, Technology & Digital

L1 Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies – ICT Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

No formal entry qualifications.

What will I learn? ● Being organised ● Working with others ● Researching a topic ● Developing digital information using IT ● Using digital communication technologies ● Creating a website ● Developing a personal progression plan

L2 First Extended Certificate in Information & Creative Technology Level

2

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3/D or above including Maths and English or a Level 1 qualification.

What will I learn?

● Computer hardware

● Software development ● Web design ● Networking

● Building a PC

Innovation, collaboration and problem-solving for students in Hackathon Fujitsu set the ICT Level 3 students the task of using their programming and coding skills to design and build a calculator and then present their work to the panel. The students had a really informative day learning about different concepts of coding and programming and using these skills to build types of calculator. The excellent work of the students was further rewarded by Fujitsu who gave away various prizes to the teams. Fujitsu really enjoyed their day with the students and are in the process of planning more events in the near future.

We really enjoyed doing the Hackathon, the students were very engaged and seemed to learn from the task we gave.

Lulia Gibson-Sutru Education Sales Specialist, Fujitsu

New for 2024

eSports

are coming to Oaklands College

Are you passionate about gaming? What if we said you could turn that passion into a profession?

The eSports industry is one of the fastest growing global industries in recent years, providing over £3bn in revenue in 2023.

We are launching a new BTEC Level 3 in eSports* course in 2024 in partnership with Fujitsu.

Learn about strategy, analysis, enterprise and entrepreneurship, how to launch and build your own eSports enterprise and much more!

*Course subject to validation. Further information will be available in 2024.

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www.oaklands.ac.uk

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Computing, Technology & Digital

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

L3 National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Computing Level

3

Full Time 2 Years St Albans Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and Maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

What will I learn? ● Computer programming ● Systems security and encryption ● Games development ● Networking ● Website development

BTEC L3 National Foundation Diploma /Extended Diploma in Information Technology Level

3

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and Maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

What will I learn?

● Programming

● Website Development ● Games Development ● Databases ● IT Security ● Big Data

Level 3 Access to Computing and ICT Level

3

#GETCAREERREADY!

Meet: Denis Gonzales

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

At least one year break from education and initial assessment results at Level 2 in English and Maths.

GCSE Grade 4 or above in English and Maths.

Before Denis started at Oaklands College they were only aiming for the bare minimum and now they are striving for the highest grades, this is all down to the hard work and dedication the IT lecturers put in to ensure that they are reaching the potential they never saw before coming to Oaklands College.

The IT lecturers made sure I met my potential by doing regular 1 to 1 to see if I am up to date with my assignments and asking if I am having any issues with the course. Another way was by putting the PowerPoints of each different topic on Canvas which enabled me to look back at it in case I want to strengthen my knowledge in that topic which is very rarely the case because all the lecturers are excellent at explaining different concepts.

The IT lectures are very stimulating from the get-go as you are treated like an IT professional.

This is because you will do group classwork which you have to present to other groups to make sure you will have the necessary communication and presentation skills that will be expected from you when you enter the IT industry.

Not only did the IT department support me in the classroom, they also supported me with my personal statement for universities, which helped me get 5 offers from 5 universities.

If I could rate my time at Oaklands College out of 10 it would be a 10.

This is because I have had the privilege of being taught by top lecturers as well as given the opportunity to go to university and I have even been contacted by employers to do a Level 4 apprenticeship. I would like to say thank you to Raj, Colin, Theresa, Savithiri and Monica for helping to guide me towards these opportunities.

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Hertfordshire is home to many technology based companies. The UK has a reputation for being one of the world’s premier destinations for tech of all kind, with the tech industry growing at a faster rate than the country’s economy.

SOME OF THE MOST NEEDED TECHNOLOGY ROLES IN HERTFORDSHIRE CYBER SECURITY SPECIALIST

20,000

GAMES DESIGNER

EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE INDUSTRY IN HERTFORDSHIRE

WEB DESIGNER

DATA SCIENTIST

YOU ARE CURIOUS AND PASSIONATE ABOUT PROVIDING DIGITAL SOLUTIONS AND UNDERSTANDING HOW TECHNOLOGY WORKS.

DATA ANALYST

DON’T FORGET

IT HELPDESK

Technology roles are available across a wide range of industries including...

ETHICAL HACKER

RETAIL, MEDIA, HEALTHCARE, BUSINESS, ENGINEERING

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1 IMAGINATION TECHNOLOGIES (Kings Langley) apply world-renowned engineering expertise to solve today’s most pressing technology challenges, from smarter devices using artificial intelligence to greater insights through augmented reality.

3 COMPUTACENTER (Hatfield) is a leading independent technology partner, trusted by large corporate and public sector organisations.

HARDWARE ENGINEER

Technology could be for you if…

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2 CHEEKY MUNKEY (St Albans) has been providing managed IT support including disaster recovery, cyber security and cloud solutions to businesses across the UK since 1999.

SOFTWARE ENGINEER

IS THIS THE INDUSTRY FOR YOU?

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HERTFORDSHIRE CONSTABULARY (Welwyn Garden City) is the territorial police force responsible for policing the county and tackling cybercrime. It was the first in the UK to adopt a Prevention First strategy in the way it tackles crime.

5 PAYPOINT GROUP (Welwyn Garden City) delivers innovative services and technology connecting millions of consumers with over 60,000 retailer partner and SME locations.

WWW.HOPINTO.CO.UK

What will I learn?

You will develop your study skills across computing and cover topics such as networking, hardware and software, IT security and programming. At the end of the year you will undertake a research project.

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www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Adult courses Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Computing, Technology & Digital

Essential Digital Skills Step2Skills Level

E

Part Time 8 weeks St Albans

What do I need?

Age19+ only. This is a tutor lead course aimed at complete beginners who want to gain confidence and experience in using a PC and popular applications.

Did You Know?

You will be able to study and achieve professional qualifications during your time at the college in a range of topics such as Cyber-Security, Artificial Intelligence and Networking.

What will I learn?

Over the eight sessions you will explore the fundamentals of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. You will cover everything from creating documents to data sorting. We will also get you to use the internet to find and use information and communication applications to send messages and attachment for social and professional use.

L1 Digital Skills for Work Excel (Intermediate) Step2Skills Level

1

What do I need?

This course is suitable for everyone who has basic experience using Excel.

Expert Tutors Our teaching staff are experts in Microsoft software, as well as networking, programming and hardware installation.

Most have come from the ICT and business industry and have a wealth of experience to share with you.

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Part Time 6 weeks St Albans

What will I learn?

Over the six sessions you will be reintroduced to the standard options available within Excel and then focus in on specific elements to extend your knowledge and skills for use in the workplace.

This will include formulas (average, min, max), relative addressing, creating and amending charts, hiding worksheets, columns and rows, conditional formatting and protecting the workbook.

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Construction Trades

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Construction Trades

Level

1

The construction industry provides a vast range of employment opportunities based on skills which will always be in demand.

There are 100’s of professions in the construction industry. The programmes that we offer at Oaklands can lead to pathways into other areas.

While artificial intelligence may threaten some occupations, it’s not very good at building walls, fixing the plumbing and building wooden structures on construction sites! Trade skills are here to stay.

The college’s tutors work patiently with students, from school-leavers to adults who have decided to take up a trade and others who want to update their existing skills. Our range of courses cover all levels from the basics up to university level.

We cover the familiar occupations such as bricklaying, plumbing and electrics as well as wider specialisms including civil engineering. Our tutors are experienced working practitioners who are passing on their knowledge and experience, giving students more than just a qualification.

Our facilities are extensive and well-equipped to provide a realistic workplace environment, with a wide range of qualifications from T Levels to HNCs and HNDs.

L1 Certificate in basic construction skills Multi-Trade Construction L1 Extended Diploma in Brickwork L1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery L1 Introductory Diploma in Plumbing L1 Introductory Diploma in Electrical

2

L2 Diploma in Brickwork L2 Diploma in Site Carpentry L2 Diploma in Bench Joinery L2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing L2 Technical Certificate in Electrical Installation

T

T Level Technical Qualification in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing

Level

L3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Plumbing L3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Electrical Installation

Level

Level

3

Construction Trades

How do I get there?

Progress into employment

Adult Courses Level

1

Level

2

I want to be... ● Bricklayer ● Electrical Test Engineer ● Maintenance Engineer

Level

3

● Joiner ● Domestic Installer ● Cabinet Maker

Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery Level 2 Diploma in Bench Joinery Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing L2 Technical Certificate in Electrical Installation

Progress in to Employment

L3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Plumbing Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Electrical Installation

● Plumber ● Roofer

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Construction Trades

L1 Certificate in basic construction skills Multi-Trade Construction Level

1

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

2

What do I need?

GCSE Grade 3 or above in Maths and English.

Level

1

What will I learn? ● Set out complex buildings ● Use and position damp proof course / wall ties / insulation / frames and lintels ● Build decorative brickwork features ● Read and use architects drawings Write risk assessments and method statements.

You will also need to demonstrate organisational skills as well as the ability to work with others.

Terrific Trips

L1 Extended Diploma in Brickwork

1

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

GCSE Grade 4 in Maths and English or successful completion of a L1 qualification in Brickwork.

What will I learn? ● Basic brickwork ● Basic carpentry & joinery ● Basic electrical ● Painting and decorating ● Plumbing ● Plastering, rendering and tiling

Level

L1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

L2 Diploma in Brickwork

Brickwork & Carpentry students have regular opportunities to visit live construction sites in the local area. Students have the opportunity to enter regional skills competitions.

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

GCSE Grade 3 or above in Maths and English.

What will I learn? ● How to mix concrete and mortar ● Lay bricks and blocks ● Build walls using three different brick bonds ● Read architects drawings and calculate materials ● Workplace health & safety supporting in gaining a CSCS card.

You will also need to demonstrate organisational skills as well as the ability to work with others.

Student Success Oaklands student gets second place in regional Guild Of Bricklayers annual competition 2023.

For more information on our Brickwork courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/brickwork

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Full Time 1 Year St Albans

L2 Diploma in Bench Joinery Level

2

What do I need?

GCSE Grade 3 or above in Maths and English.

What will I learn? ● Safe working practices ● Maintenance and use of hand tools ● Basic woodworking joints ● Building methods and technology ● Prepare and use portable power tools

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at 4 or above including Maths and English or a relevant Level 1 qualification in carpentry.

Construction Trades

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

What will I learn?

● Construct wooden structures such as doors and

stairs

● Produce technical drawings

● Set-up and use electrical carpentry tools such as

a router and circular saw

L2 Diploma in Site Carpentry Level

2

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

A relevant Level 1 qualification in carpentry or trade experience.

GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths and English.

What will I learn? ● Hang doors in a frame ● Manufacture and fit a lock in a door ● Construct wall partitions ● Fit kitchen units ● Fit stairs ● Floor joists ● Cut and fix mouldings ● Truss roof / verge / eaves ● Use circular saw

If you are aged 19 or over and are looking to retrain or upskill in your chosen trade, we offer the following part-time and short courses specifically for adult learners: NB - Part Time course applicants must be 19+ ● L1 Award in Brickwork eve (10 week)

● L2 Diploma in Brickwork (1 day per week) ● L2 Diploma in Site Carpentry (eve)

● L2 Diploma in Bench Joinery (1 day per week) ● L1 Certificate in basic Carpentry eve (15

week)

Visit our website for further information: www.oaklands.ac.uk

For more information on our Carpentry, Woodwork and Joinery courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/carpentry-joinery

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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L1 Introductory Diploma in Plumbing Level

1

L3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Plumbing

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

3

What do I need?

GCSE Maths at Grade 2 or above and GCSE English at Grade 1 or above.

What will I learn? ● Structure of the construction industry ● Fundamental safe working practices ● Site preparation for working in the construction industry ● Copper pipework ● Plastic pressure pipework ● Installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems ● Plumbing principles and science ● Environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings ● Low carbon steel pipework ● Above ground drainage

L2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing Level

2

Level

2

What do I need?

A GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above plus a Level 2 qualification in Plumbing at merit or above.

What will I learn? ● Cold water system planning and design ● Hot water system planning and design ● Central heating system planning and design ● Sanitation system planning and design ● Environmental technology systems ● Site procedures and planning

L1 Introductory Diploma in Electrical Level

1

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

GCSE Maths and English at Grade 3 or above.

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Three GCSEs including Maths at Grade 4 or above, English at Grade 3 or above plus one other at Grade 3 or above or a relevant Level 1 qualification.

What will I learn? ● Health and safety and industry practices ● Plumbing processes ● Cold water ● Hot water ● Sanitation and drainage ● Central heating ● Electrical and scientific principles

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What will I learn? ● Structure of the construction industry ● Fundamental safe working practices ● Environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings ● Site preparation for working in the construction industry ● Electrical installation wiring and terminations ● Fabrication techniques for electrical installation ● Electrical science and technology

For more information on our plumbing courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/plumbing

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T Level Technical Qualification in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing

L2 Technical Certificate in Electrical Installation

T

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths and English.

What will I learn? ● Health and safety and industry practices ● Scientific principles ● Installation of wiring systems and enclosures ● Electrical installations technology

L3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Electrical Installation Level

3

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

You should already hold the Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations or equivalent plus GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above.

What will I learn? ● Planning and overseeing electrical work activities ● Principles of electrical science ● Electrical design and installation practices and procedures ● Principles of inspection, testing and commissioning electrical system ● Inspecting, testing and commissioning electrical systems ● Electrical system fault diagnosis and rectification ● Requirements for electrical installations

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

You must have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s or more at Grade 5 and above and must include English, Maths, and Science.

Construction Trades

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

What will I learn?

The core content consists of the following units; ● Health & Safety in Construction ● Construction Science and principles ● Construction design principles ● Construction and the built environment ● Construction sustainability principles ● Construction measurement principles ● Building Technology principles ● Construction information principles ● Relationship management in construction ● Digital technology in construction ● Construction commercial/business principles ● Building services ● Engineering systems ● Maintenance Principles ● Tools equipment and materials Students will also take the following specialist units; ● Electrotechnical Engineering ● Install electrotechnical systems ● Commission electrotechnical systems ● Maintain electrotechnical systems ● De-commission electrotechnical systems Assessment types This course is assessed through a blend of examinations and a project-based assessment on a real industry employer brief.

For more information on our Electrical Installation and Electrician courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/electrical-installation

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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BAM believes buildings are for people and creating and maintaining a building is both a human and a technical challenge.

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Construction Management

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

The Construction industry in the UK employs around 10% of the workforce either directly or in supporting services.

It is enormously varied including large civil engineering infrastructure projects such as HS2 and the Thames Tideway super sewer, large housing developments and buildings maintenance and management. It is continuously evolving with new technologies and techniques, such as offsite manufacture and air source heat pumps, to improve efficiency and reduce the industry’s carbon footprint.

40,000 new employees are needed every year until 2030 to meet existing demand. You could be one of these.

You could be a civil engineer, project manager, building surveyor, quantity surveyor, estimator, site manager, building services engineer, facilities manager, CAD designer and more.

We can take you all the way from leaving school, through to higher education. At Level 3, we offer a full time T-level in Construction and part-time, one day a week, Diplomas in Civil Engineering and Construction.

We also offer part-time Level 4 courses in HNC Civil Engineering and Construction.

From the broad principles of civil engineering and construction design to building science, law, building regulations, surveying and CAD, we can take you each step of the way.

Our highly valued partners include Morgan Sindall and Willmott Dixon, both of whom have employed our students and work closely with us, offering site visits and in-college events.

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I want to be...

T

Level

L3 National Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment L3 National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment L3 National Diploma in Civil Engineering

Level

HNC L4 Civil Engineering Higher National Certificate (HNC) L4 Civil Engineering HNC L4 Construction and the Built Environment (HTQ) L4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) Construction Management for England Construction Design and Build Technician Construction Site Supervisor (HTQ) L4 HNC in Quantity Surveying for England.

Construction Quantity Surveying Technician (HTQ) Level 4 National Certificate in Modern Methods of Construction Construction Design and Build Technician

4

● Quantity Surveyor ● Building Surveyor ● Project Manager ● Services Engineer ● Site Manager

Level

5

From September 2024 we will be using a new state of the art construction teaching facility at St. Albans.

Many of our Level 3 students find employment and apprenticeships upon course completion.

Employers, some of whom are former students, send job vacancies to us which are shared with students.

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L3 T-level in Construction Design Surveying and Planning

Level

3

Construction Management

Construction Management & Civil Engineering

How do I get there?

(HTQ) L5 Higher National Diploma (HND) Construction Management for England Construction Design and Build Technician Construction Site Supervisor (HTQ) L5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Quantity Surveying for England Construction Quantity Surveying Technician (HTQ) L5 National Certificate in Modern Methods of Construction Construction Design and Build Technician

Progress into employment or on to University

For more information on our Construction Management & Civil Engineering courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/ construction-civil-engineering

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Construction Management

L3 National Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment

L3 T-level in Construction Design Surveying and Planning

T

Level

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

Level

3

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths, English and Science or a BTEC Level 2 Diploma or a related vocational subject.

Course Summary T-levels are new courses, which follow GCSEs and are equivalent to 3 A Levels. These 2-year courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares students for work.

T-levels will offer students a mixture of classroom learning and ‘on-the-job’ experience during an industry placement of at least 45 days. They will provide the knowledge and experience needed to open the door into skilled employment, further study or a higher apprenticeship.

The T-level Technical Qualification in Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning has two mandatory components: 1. Core Component in Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning This component covers the underpinning knowledge, concepts and skills that support threshold competence in the construction industry.

It has 600 GLH and is assessed by two externally set Core Examinations and an Employer Set Project.

2. Occupational Specialist Components in Surveying and design for construction and the built environment and Civil Engineering are available.

Course Content Every T-level will include an industry placement with an employer focused on developing the practical and technical skills required for the occupation. These will last a minimum of 45 working days but can last longer. Employers can offer industry placements as a block, day release or a mix of these.

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City St Albans

What do I need?

L3 Foundation Diploma in Construction & the Built Environment.

What will I learn? ● Tendering and Estimation ● Surveying in Construction ● Management of a Construction Project ● Construction in Civil Engineering ● Housing Design Project ● Offsite and Onsite Alternative Construction ● Renewable Energy for Housing

L3 National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment Level

3

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Level

3

Higher National Certificate (HNC) L4 Civil Engineering

Part Time (One Day a week) 2 Years Welwyn Garden City St Albans

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths, English and Science or a BTEC Level 2 Diploma or a related vocational subject.

What will I learn? ● Further Mathematics ● Construction Principles ● Construction Design ● Construction Technology ● Health and Safety ● Site Engineering ● Construction in Civil Engineering ● Surveying in Construction ● Graphical Detailing in Construction ● Management of a Construction Project

Part Time (One Day a week) 2 Years Welwyn Garden City St Albans

What will I learn? ● Building Regulations and Control ● Construction principles ● Construction Design ● Construction Technology ● Health and Safety ● Surveying in Construction ● Graphical Detailing in Construction ● Building Surveying ● Off site and Onsite Alternative Construction Methods ● Management of a Construction Project

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Level

4

Part Time - One day a week 2 Years Welwyn Garden City St Albans

What do I need?

Level 3 qualification in a subject related to the industry or have completed two A levels in science or technology subjects. GCSE passes in English and Maths, specifically on the Higher paper.

Applicants should be employed in the construction industry or should have been employed in a relevant role within the last two years.

What will I learn? ● Construction Design Project ● Science and Materials ● Construction Environment ● Principles of Structural Design ● Civil Engineering Technology ● Geotechnics & Soil Mechanics ● Surveying, Measuring & Setting-out ● Mathematics for Construction

HNC L4 Construction and the Built Environment

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths, English and Science or a BTEC Level 2 Diploma or a related vocational subject.

Course Assessment Students who pass all the elements of their T-level will get a nationally recognised certificate showing an overall grade of pass, merit, or distinction. It will also set out the details of what students have achieved on the course.

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L3 National Diploma in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Level

4

Student Success Tasmin Owen and Daniel Wickenden completed a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction at Oaklands College in June 2021. They were employed by Morgan Sindall that Summer and both completed their HNC’s in June 2023. They are on Morgan Sindall’s Management Training program, Tasmin is a trainee Design Manager and Daniel a trainee site manager.

Part Time - One day a week 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

48 UCAS points or A Levels in STEM subjects or a BTEC L3 in Construction/Civil Engineering plus GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 or above. You must be employed in the construction industry.

What will I learn? ● Individual Project ● Construction Technology ● Science and Materials ● Construction Practice and Management ● Legal and Statutory Responsibilities in Construction ● Construction Information ● Surveying ● Alternative Energy

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Construction Management

(HTQ) L4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) Construction Management for England Level

4

(HTQ) L5 Higher National Diploma (HND) Construction Management for England

Part Time - One day a week 2 Years Welwyn Garden City St Albans

Level

5

Occupational Standard: Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Level

4

Part Time - One day a week 2 Years Welwyn Garden City St Albans

(HTQ) L5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Quantity Surveying for England Occupational Standard: Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Level

5

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City St Albans

Occupational Standard: Construction Design and Build Technician

Occupational Standard: Construction Design and Build Technician

What do I need?

Level 3 qualification in a subject related to the industry or have completed two A levels in science or technology subjects. GCSE passes in English and Maths, specifically on the Higher paper.

Applicants should be employed in the construction industry or should have been employed in a relevant role within the last two years.

What do I need?

Level 3 qualification in a subject related to the industry or have completed two A levels in science or technology subjects. GCSE passes in English and Maths, specifically on the Higher paper.

Applicants should be employed in the construction industry or should have been employed in a relevant role within the last two years.

What do I need?

Level 3 qualification in a subject related to the industry or have completed two A levels in science or technology subjects. GCSE passes in English and Maths, specifically on the Higher paper.

Applicants should be employed in the construction industry or should have been employed in a relevant role within the last two years.

What do I need?

Level 3 qualification in a subject related to the industry or have completed two A levels in science or technology subjects. GCSE passes in English and Maths, specifically on the Higher paper.

Applicants should be employed in the construction industry or should have been employed in a relevant role within the last two years.

What will I learn? ● Construction Design Project ● Construction Technology ● Construction Environment ● Legal and Statutory Requirement in Construction ● Digital Applications for Construction Information ● Tender & Procurement ● Financial Management & Business Practices in Construction ● Building Information Modelling

What will I learn? ● All units in HTQ Level 4 Higher National Diploma Construction Management for England ● Group project (Pearson-set) ● Project Management ● Advanced Construction Drawing & Detailing ● Construction Technology for Complex Buildings ● Personal Professional Development ● Maintenance & Operations ● Sustainable Methods of Construction ● Contracts & Management ● Advanced Materials

What will I Learn? ● Construction Design Project (Pearson-set) ● The Construction Environment ● All units in (HTQ) Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) Construction Management for England ● Group Project (Pearson-set) ● Personal Professional Development ● Construction Technology for complex Buildings ● Project Management ● Maintenance & Operations ● Advanced Surveying & Measurement ● Advanced Materials ● Contracts & Management

What will I Learn? ● All units in (HTQ) Level 4 HNC in Quantity Surveying for England ● Group project (Pearson-set) ● Personal professional Development ● Value Engineering & Cost control ● Advanced Quantities for Complex Building Project ● Advanced Quantity Surveying Practice ● Contracts & Management ● Advanced Surveying & Measurement ● Advanced Materials

Occupational Standard: Construction Site Supervisor What do I need?

Level 3 qualification in a subject related to the industry or have completed two A levels in science or technology subjects. GCSE passes in English and Maths, specifically on the Higher paper.

Applicants should be employed in the construction industry or should have been employed in a relevant role within the last two years.

What will I learn? ● Construction Design Project ● Construction Technology ● Construction Environment ● Legal and Statutory Requirement in Construction ● Digital Applications for Construction Information ● Surveying, Measuring & Setting-out. ● Financial Management & Business Practices in Construction ● Site Supervision & Operations

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Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City St Albans

(HTQ) L4 HNC in Quantity Surveying for England

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Occupational Standard: Construction Site Supervisor

Construction Management

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

What do I need?

Level 3 qualification in a subject related to the industry or have completed two A levels in science or technology subjects. GCSE passes in English and Maths, specifically on the Higher paper.

Applicants should be employed in the construction industry or should have been employed in a relevant role within the last two years.

What will I learn? ● Construction Design Project ● Construction Technology ● Construction Environment ● Legal and Statutory Requirement in Construction ● Digital Applications for Construction Information ● Surveying, Measuring & Setting-out. ● Financial Management & Business Practices in Construction ● Site Supervision & Operations

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To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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(HTQ) Level 4 National Certificate in Modern Methods of Construction

(HTQ) L5 National Certificate in Modern Methods of Construction

Occupational Standard: Construction Design and Build Technician Level

4

Early Years

Construction Management

Occupational Standard: Construction Design and Build Technician

Part Time - One day a week 2 Years Welwyn Garden City St Albans

Level

5

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City St Albans

What do I need?

Level 3 qualification in a subject related to the industry or have completed two A levels in science or technology subjects. GCSE passes in English and Maths, specifically on the Higher paper.

Applicants should be employed in the construction industry or should have been employed in a relevant role within the last two years.

What do I need?

Level 3 qualification in a subject related to the industry or have completed two A levels in science or technology subjects. GCSE passes in English and Maths, specifically on the Higher paper.

Applicants should be employed in the construction industry or should have been employed in a relevant role within the last two years.

What will I Learn? ● Construction Design Project (Pearson-set) ● Construction Technology ● The Construction Environment ● Digital Applications for Construction Information or Digital Applications for Building Information Modelling ● Tender and Procurement ● Building Information Modelling ● Principles of Alternative Energy ● Principles of Off-site Construction

What will I Learn? ● All units in (HTQ) Level 4 National Certificate in Modern Methods of Construction ● Group project (Pearson-set) ● Personal professional Development ● Sustainable Methods of Construction ● Advanced Building Information Modelling ● Advanced Off-site Construction ● Contracts & Management ● Advanced Surveying & Measurement ● Advanced Materials

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Early Years

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25 Early Years

Early Years

How do I get there?

With a combination of classroom, practical learning and employer placements, we provide our students with the ability to work with confidence and professionalism with children.

Level

1

L1 Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies - Caring for Children

Level

L2 NCFE Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

2

There are opportunities in home care, health, education and social care, and many routes to employment after you’ve completed your studies, including university. Topics include supervising play activity, special needs, disability, observation and assessment, child development, behaviour management and forming good relationships with parents.

Potential posts our students can take up include nursery nurse, teaching assistant and children’s services manager.

We also have a higher education programme including a foundation degree which can be converted to a full degree with one year of further study at the University of Hertfordshire. This is a great option for adult returners to education.

Qualifications we offer include CACHE and T Level.

You will benefit from the opportunity to learn directly from tutors who are experts in the field, gain first-hand experience and work with real employers.

T

Level Level

3

Progress into employment

L3 T-level in Education & Childcare

Foundation Degree in Early Years

Progress on to University

Adult Courses

I want to be...

Level

2

L2 CACHE Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Level

3

L3 CACHE Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)

Level

L4 CACHE Certificate for the Advanced Early Years Practitioner

4

● Childcare Practitioner ● Youth Worker

Progress in to Employment

● Teaching Assistant ● Safeguarding Officer ● Creche Provider ● Play Worker

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Expert Tutors Our Early Years lecturers come from both vocational and academic backgrounds and can draw on their wealth of experience to provide examples and case studies to show how theory can be applied in practice.

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For more information on our Early Years courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/childcare-and-early-years

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Early Years

L1 Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies - Caring for Children Level

1

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

L3 T-level in Education & Childcare

T

Level

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Preferably a minimum of GCSE Grade 1 in Maths or English (ESOL E3). A strong interest in the Health Social Care and Childcare sector and with some experience would be an advantage although not essential.

What do I need?

4 GCSEs (9-4), or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

All students are required to have achieved GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 or above prior to starting the course. You’ll need to undertake a DBS check prior to the start of your course.

What will I learn? ● Developing a personal progression plan ● Working with others ● Communication Skills for Health and Social Care ● Supporting Children’s Learning Through Everyday Experiences

What will I learn?

Education is all about expanding what you know to broaden your understanding and skills. You’ll get to grips with a wide range of topics including; ● The education and childcare sector from ages 0 to 5 ● Child development ● How to support children and young people’s education ● Safeguarding, health and safety and wellbeing ● Understanding and managing behaviour ● Observing and assessing children and young people ● Equality and diversity ● Special educational needs and disability ● Working with parents, carers and wider families ● Working with agencies and services that support children, families and carer

L2 NCFE Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner Level

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Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including English or a Level 1 Certificate in a related subject area. You will also need to obtain an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to participate in work placements.

Early Years

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Foundation Degree in Early Years Level

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Part Time 2 Year (3 semesters per year) Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

A relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare or equivalent, plus GCSE Maths and English Literature at Grade 4 and above. You will also need a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check. A paid or voluntary job in an Early Years setting is also required.

What will I learn? ● Early years policy, procedure and perspective ● Play and learning ● Leadership & Management in Early Years Practice ● Special Educational Needs & Disabilities

For more information, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/HE

Oaklands College has trained some amazing students with their courses.

Students that have come to us at Willowbrook Nursery on placement have been absolutely incredible, super knowledgeable and ready to exceed.

In particular I would love to praise two exceptional students Lollie and Sophie who both came to Willowbrook Nursery for long block placements, and they were both outstanding. They were so well prepared before they joined us it was just like having two new members of staff. We were blown away by their maturity, dedication and love for the children. I have no doubt that they will be outstanding practitioners in the future, and we cannot wait to have them back for another block placement in the summer. I would hire them both in a heartbeat.

Pascal Cumberbatch Manager Willowbrook Nursery, Hatfield.

What will I learn? ● The importance of play in child development ● The developing child from ages 0-7 ● How to communicate effectively with children and adult peers ● Understanding of safe and nurturing environments for children You will undertake 300 hours of work placement which will be arranged by the college.

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L2 CACHE for the Early Years Practitioner Level

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Engineering

Early Hair & Years Beauty Adult courses

L4 CACHE certificate for the Advanced Early Years Practitioner

Part Time Up to 16 months St Albans

Level

4

What do I need?

Age 19+ only. You will need to be working in a school, as an important part of the assessment process involves evaluating skills in real working situations. You will also need to be aged 19+ and have a good level of English

Part Time Up to 2 Years Online

What do I need?

You must be at least 18 years of age, hold a relevant L3 qualification and you must be employed in an early years setting at Level 3.

What will I learn?

This qualification consists of 14 mandatory units.

An example of the included units are: Support Care Routines for Babies and Young Children; Support the Planning and Delivery of Activities, Purposeful Play Opportunities and Educational Programmes, Promote Play in and Early Years Setting, Support the Needs of Babies and Young Children with Special Educational Needs and Disability, Support the Needs of the Child in Preparing for School.

What will I learn?

There are five mandatory units comprising: ● Enabling children to learn ● Promotion health and wellbeing through physical activity and nutrition coordination in early years ● Working with others to support children with additional needs, including Special Educational Needs and Disability ● Working with families and other professionals in early years settings ● Implementing change in an early years setting incorporating a small-scale research project

L3 CACHE for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) Level

3

Part Time Up to 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

You will need to be 19+ and have a good level of English. You will need to be working in a school, as an important part of the assessment process involves evaluating skills in real working situations.

What will I learn?

This qualification consists of 23 mandatory units structured around 14 themes: ● Theme 1: Health and Wellbeing ● Theme 2: Legislation, Frameworks and Professional Practice ● Theme 3: Play, Development and Learning for School Readiness ● Theme 4: Professional Development

Engineering

You will also complete a longitudinal study and be assessed on competence in a real work environment.

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Engineering

Engineering

How do I get there?

Level

We’ve invested millions of pounds in our engineering facilities here at Oaklands College.

Engineering is all around us, in almost everything we see and touch. Our expert tutors can teach you everything from the first principals of engineering to the advanced concepts and processes you will need for university access. We also support professional development for those who are already in the field.

At our Welwyn Garden City campus, we have traditional facilities and modern clean engineering environments with modern equipment including robots and 3D printing.

We’re proud to have received the support and sponsorship of really valued industry partners in including Airbus, Coca Cola, Ocado and Liebherr.

Topics we cover include virtual engineering, power, hydraulics, engineering calculus, electronics, CAD design, communications and mechanical principles.

We offer opportunities for individuals to attain vocational or professional qualifications, pursue higher education, or advance to university-level courses at Oaklands College.

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L2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)

Level

L3 Subsidiary/Extended Diploma in Engineering Technologies L3 National Foundation/Extended Diploma in Engineering L3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge)

3

T

Level Level

4

T level in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing

Progress into employment

Engineering

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Progress on to University

Engineering with Foundation Year

Adult Courses Level

4

HNC in Mechanical or Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Level

HND in Mechanical or Electrical and Electronic Engineering

5

Progress within employment

I want to be... ● Field Service Technician ● Robotics Engineer ● Quality Control Engineer ● Cad Designer

Proud to be working with:

● 3d Printing Engineer ● Toolmaker ● Avionics Engineer

Fantastic Facilities Our engineering workshop has all the facilities you need to develop your skills in Fitting, Milling, Turning and Welding. Also Advanced Manufacturing, CNC, 3D printing and surface mount soldering.

● Mechanical Engineer ● Electrical Engineer ● Mechatronics Engineer

For more information on our Engineering courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/engineering

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Engineering

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Level

2

T

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

Level

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including Maths and English.

Students are assessed holistically, through collection of evidence in a portfolio, verbally, witness testimony and demonstrating knowledge and understanding.

3

Assessment types T levels include a mandatory 45 days industry placement and are assessed through a blend of examinations and employer-set industry projects.

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English, Maths and Science or successful completion of a Level 2 qualification in Engineering.

What will I learn? ● Engineering Principles ● Delivery of engineering processes safely as a team ● Engineering product design and manufacture ● Applied commercial and quality principles ● Microcontroller systems ● Calculus for solving engineering problems ● Mechanical principles and applications ● Properties and applications of engineering materials ● Programable Logic Controllers ● Further engineering mathematics ● Computer aided design ● Engineering maintenance and condition monitoring techniques ● Pneumatic and hydraulic systems ● Measurement and testing of Electronic Circuits.

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#GETCAREERREADY!

What do I need?

You must have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s or more at grade 5 and above and must include English, Maths, and Science.

You will also complete one of the following specialisms: ● Mechanical Engineering ● Electrical and Electronics Engineering

L3 National Foundation/Extended Diploma in Engineering Level

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What will I learn? ● Mathematics and Science for Engineering and Manufacturing ● Mechanical, Electrical and Mechatronics Principles ● Engineering and manufacturing control systems ● Quality assurance and project management

What will I learn? ● Producing components using hand fitting techniques ● Assembling and testing electronic circuits ● CAD and 3D Printing

L3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) Level

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RING U T C A F U N A G&M ENGINEERIN HIRE’S HERTFORDS IN G IN K R WO INDUSTRY

Hertfordshire’s engineering research and manufacturing capability is built on a long history of innovation with established centres of excellence and companies with inter-galactic reach.

What will I learn? ● Maths ● Electrical and Electronic Principles ● Mechanical Principles and Applications ● Health and Safety, ● Principles and Applications of Electronic Devices and Circuits ● Electro Pneumatics and Hydraulics Systems and Devices ● Engineering Design ● CAD ● Materials ● Communications

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SOME OF THE MOST NEEDED ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING ROLES IN HERTFORDSHIRE PRODUCTION OPERATIVE

Part Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths (Higher Tier) and Science or a Level 2 qualification in Engineering at Merit. Applicants with other qualifications or without traditional qualifications are also encouraged to apply and will be interviewed.

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Engineering

T level in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing

L2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)

CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR

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DISCOVER SOME OF THE AMAZING EMPLOYERS ON YOUR DOORSTEP...

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VOLKER FITZPATRICK (Hoddesdon) is one of the UK’s leading engineering and construction companies, providing specialist building, rail, civil engineering and industry focused skills to a range of market sectors.

3 AECOM (St Albans) is a trusted infrastructure consulting firm, which partners with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for generations to come.

PRODUCTION SHIFT MANAGER FIRMWARE ENGINEER

Engineering and manufacturing could be for you if...

YOU WANT TO IMPROVE OR CREATE NEW PROCESSES TO BRING PRODUCTS TO LIFE.

SOFTWARE ENGINEER

DON’T FORGET

DATA ENGINEER

The industry offers a wide range of non-engineering and manufacturing roles too...

CIVIL ENGINEER

BROUGHT TO YOU BY

1

CONTROLLER

IS THIS THE INDUSTRY FOR YOU?

FINANCE, BUSINESS ADMIN, HR, LEGAL

3

2 MBDA (Stevenage) is the only European group capable of designing and producing missiles and missile systems to meet the current and future needs of the three armed forces (army, navy and air force).

ASSEMBLY OPERATOR

EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE INDUSTRY IN HERTFORDSHIRE

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JUNIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

DID YOU KNOW?

IGNS AND AIRBUS DES RES THE MANUFACTU THAT ARE S ITE SATELL IN SPACE CURRENTLY E. IN STEVENAG

4 NEMCO (Stevenage) is a leading Contract Electronics Manufacturer which provides a complete product manufacturing, logistics and repair service to its customers.

5 ATLAS COPCO (Hemel Hempstead) provides industrial products, solutions and services. It works to create lasting results in a way that is economically, environmentally and socially responsible.

WWW.HOPINTO.CO.UK

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Engineering Adult courses

Engineering

Level

3

Level

4

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and Maths What will I learn? ● Engineering and environmental health and safety : Exam in January 2024. ● Computer aided design (CAD) techniques ● Computer numerical control (CNC) programming/ Machining. ● Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) ● Engineering Communications Students are assessed holistically, through a collection of evidence in a portfolio; verbally; through observation and by demonstrating knowledge and understanding.

Engineering with Foundation Year Level

4

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What will I learn? ● Digital and Software Applications in Engineering ● Engineering Science ● Engineering Studies and Skills ● Mathematics ● Electrical Science and Digital Technology ● Mechanical Science

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Part Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

L3 Diploma or above in Engineering or with two A Levels in Maths and Physics or equivalent plus four GCSEs including Maths, English and Science at Grade 4/C or above.

What will I learn? ● Engineering Design ● Engineering Maths ● Engineering Science ● Managing a Professional Engineering Project ● CAD ● Instrumentation and Control Systems ● Electrical and Electronic Principles (Electrical and Electronics Engineering pathway) ● Digital Principles (Electrical and Electronic Engineering pathway) ● Mechanical Principles (Mechanical Engineering pathway) ● Fundamentals of Thermodynamic and Heat Engines (Mechanical Engineering pathway)

HND in Mechanical or Electrical and Electronic Engineering

What do I need?

48 UCAS points including 2 A Levels at minimum DD or BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP plus GCSE English and Science at Grade 4/C and Maths at Grade 3/D or above.

How to Apply Applications should be made via UCAS to the University of Hertfordshire.

Equine Studies

HNC in Mechanical or Electrical and Electronic Engineering

L3 Subsidiary/Extended Diploma in Engineering Technologies

Level

5

Part Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

You will need to have completed the HNC before starting the HND. There is no direct entry on to this course.

What will I learn?

Depending on your chosen pathway, you will develop an understanding in some of the following units: ● Research Project ● Professional Engineering Management ● Further Mathematics ● Industrial Systems ● Virtual Engineering ● Sustainability ● Advance Mechanical Principles (Mechanical Engineering pathway) ● Industrial Power, Electronics and Storage (Electrical and Electronic Engineering pathway)

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Equine Studies

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Our extensive country estate here at Oaklands College provides the ideal setting for training in the care and management of horses.

Students can develop an extremely wide range of skills and knowledge, providing them with a truly comprehensive understanding of the industry as they move into the workplace in a variety of roles.

Equine Studies

Equine Studies On all Equine courses, you will be required to complete a minimum of 150 hours of work experience, which includes some weekend working.

How do I get there?

With our range of horses and industry relevant facilities and resources, we can ensure learners are trained and prepared for work in the industry.

Please be aware that applications at all levels require previous equine experience, time extent of which will be assessed at interview.

As you progress, you will learn about horse physiology, feeding and watering, grooming, rehabilitation and many more areas. You may also have the opportunity to ride.* Students leave us to work as competent professionals in stables or similar settings or to continue their studies at university.

Level

1

Level

2

Level

3

I want to be...

L1 Diploma in Vocational Studies – Equine

Progress into employment

L2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care

L3 Advanced Technical Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Equine Management

Progress on to University

● Horse Trainer ● Exercise Rider ● Event Groom ● Yard Manager ● Stud Hand ● Riding Instructor

Student Success On completion of his Level 3 Extended Diploma, Jeff Score went to work at Paul Schockemohle’s stud in Germany. This Stud is considered to be one of the most prominent breeding establishments and producers of the world’s most elite sport horses.

* Riding subject to a weight limit and riding assessment in accordance with horse wellbeing practices.

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For more information on our Equine Studies courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/equine-studies

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L3 Advanced Technical Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Equine Management

L1 Diploma in Vocational Studies – Equine Level

1

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

3

What do I need?

No formal entry qualifications but you should have some previous knowledge or experience in equine care.

What will I learn? ● Developing a personal progression plan ● Working with others ● Researching a topic ● Running an event ● Communicating with customers ● Feeding horses ● Moving and accommodating horses

2

What do I need?

4 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above including English, Maths and Science or a relevant Level 2 qualification. Experience in the care and handling of horses.

Film, TV & Games Design

What will I learn?

First Year ● Horse health ● Horse behaviour and welfare ● Equine nutrition ● Tack and equipment ● Stable yard operations ● Horse biology ● Health and safety

L2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care Level

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

Film, TV & Games Design

Equine Studies

Second Year ● Preparing horses for presentation ● Riding or competition grooming ● Principles of equitation ● Business ● Event Management ● Fitness and Training ● Rehabilitation and Therapy ● Estate Skills ● Coaching

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3/D or above including English or Maths, and Science. You will also need to have experience in the care and handling of horses.

Please note that in order to undertake the riding unit, learners must pass a riding assessment. In addition, there is a weight limit to be observed in order to undertake both the riding assessment and riding unit. This is calculated in accordance with current equine welfare research, guidance and publications.

What will I learn? ● Working in the equine industry ● Equine health and welfare ● Horse tack and equipment - Undertake routine stable duties ● The principles of feeding and watering horses ● Horse handling and grooming ● Introduction to lunging horses ● Equine anatomy and physiology ● Assisting with the transportation of horses

Fantastic Facilities ● Modern stabling for up to 30 horses ● A solarium and horse walker ● A range of horses available for students. ● Indoor and outdoor schools ● Extensive paddocks, grazing areas and a four-mile hacking track ● A wide selection of show jumps

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Film, TV & Games Design

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

With much of the UK’s film and TV industry based close to our campuses, our courses prepare you for real opportunities in an industry always on the lookout for fresh talent.

Film, TV & Games Design

Film, TV & Games Design

How do I get there?

Level

With courses to cater for all levels, we have the expert tutors and equipment to enable you to take your place in one of the UK’s most successful sectors.

There’s every chance we can get you on the course which suits your talents.

Our students leave with a wide range of skills including storyboarding, editing, camera operation, emerging technologies, sound design, dialogue and directing. This prepares you for a range of careers from being a sound technician to a producer, with the option to progress to university. You can even train in games design.

Our facilities and equipment include a vast array of industry-standard technology, studios, 4K cameras, vision mixers and much more.

2

L2 UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology

Level

L3 UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma in Film and TV L3 UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma in Games Design

3

Progress into employment or university

Fantastic Facilities Our state-of-the-art media suites feature the same hardware and software used by professionals in the industry right now, giving you a head start for when you enter the world of work. You will also have unprecedented access to the latest equipment such as retro games and VR headsets, so you can complete your projects to the highest standard.

I want to be... ● Lighting Engineer ● Production Manager ● Camera Operator ● Sound Technician ● Director ● Producer ● Scriptwriter ● Games Designer

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Juliet Hughes - Creative Media Year 2 student, entered a competition set by the University for the Creative Arts in which she had to create a 1-minute short film.

Juliet not only got accepted to the prestigious university, but she also won first prize, receiving 50% off her tuition fees for the 3 years!

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For more information on our Film and TV courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/film-tv

For more information on our Games Design courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/games-design

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Film, TV & Games Design

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

#GETCAREERREADY!

Growth sector Some of the world’s best-known films, including all Star Wars and Indiana Jones films, and all eight Harry Potter films, were made in Hertfordshire. Hertfordshire-based firms’ specialist and technical experts have been recognised for their contributions to Oscarnominated and winning films. w

L2 UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology Level

2

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above.

What will I learn? ● How to write, plan and storyboard a story from script to screen ● How to properly record and edit dialogue and sound effects ● Theoretical approaches to media ● The media industry as a whole and your place within it

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L3 UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma in Film and TV Level

3

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above normally including English and Math, or a Level 2 qualification, ideally in a relevant subject.

What will I learn? ● Research and analytical skills, which will form the basis of your understanding of the project outcome be this music video, interactive film, advertisement, video essay, documentary, or a short film ● Practical and technical elements. You will have access to industry standard editing facilities and a high-quality range of audio, visual equipment, including a fully operational film studio with rigging and lighting ● Creativity, ideas development, creative thinking and having the ability to visualise and then realise your ideas are talents that you will develop through both pathways

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REATIVE C D N A A I D INDUSTRY FILM, ME

HIRE’S HERTFORDS IN G IN K R O W

Hertfordshire has been a national centre for film-making for a century. It is home to Elstree Studios, Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, Sunset Studios, Sky Studios Elstree and the BBC. A large network of media and production companies support the industry locally.

SOME OF THE MOST NEEDED FILM AND MEDIA ROLES IN HERTFORDSHIRE EVENT PRODUCER

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER

EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE INDUSTRY IN HERTFORDSHIRE

SOCIAL MEDIA EXECUTIVE

SET INTERIOR DESIGNER LIGHTING ENGINEER PERFORMANCE DANCE TEACHER

DON’T FORGET

COSTUME DESIGNER

The industry offers a wide range of non film and media roles such as…

EDITOR

BROUGHT TO YOU BY

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WARNER BROS. STUDIOS LEAVESDEN offers 350,000 sq.ft. of sound stages, Europe’s biggest tanks, a 100-acre back lot and extensive workshops and offices.

2 SKY STUDIOS ELSTREE is a brand new state-of-theart film and TV studio launched in partnership with NBCUniversal. It has ambitions to become the world’s most sustainable studio.

PLUMBER, ELECTRICIAN, CARPENTER

Film, media and creative services could be for you if…

ENGINEERING, RESEARCH, MARKETING AND PUBLICITY

1

JUNIOR CREATIVE ARTWORKER

IS THIS THE INDUSTRY FOR YOU? YOU WANT TO BE PART OF THE EXCITING CREATIVE AND ENTERTAINMENT SECTOR.

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WRITER

DID YOU KNOW?

BE THERE WILL S IN MORE STUDIO THAN IRE SH HERTFORD OD BY IN HOLLYWO E TH OF D THE EN DECADE.

3 ELSTREE STUDIOS offers over 60,000 sq. ft. of filming space, 3 live audience ready stages, 44 production village companies and 95 years of filmmaking experience.

4 IGL FILMS (Welwyn Garden City) is an award-winning production company and creative agency that creates video and animation to help businesses bring their products and brands to life.

5 PEARLDROP (Stevenage) creates video content for everything from customer-facing viral marketing campaigns to internal training and health and safety packages.

WWW.HOPINTO.CO.UK

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Hair, Beauty & Barbering

Film, TV & Games Design

HTC Vive Pro (VR HEADSET) Room-scale precision tracking. Vibrant screen colours. Incredibly high contrast and realistic sounds. VIVE Pro is engineered for professional-grade VR.

L3 UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma in Games Design Level

3

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above normally including English and Math, or a Level 2 qualification, ideally in a relevant subject.

What will I learn? ● Creating computer games using industry standard software such as Autodesk Maya, Photoshop, Unity, Blender and Substance Painter ● Studying the history of computer games ● Building skills to design characters, props and environments by hand and/or digitally ● Recording and designing sound effects ● Designing a board game ● Studying the games design industry ● Making a games design CV and portfolio website

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Expert Tutors Our highly experienced staff will help you complete a variety of productions and projects, as well as put together an impressive showreel; an essential tool in impressing potential employers.

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Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Hair, Beauty & Barbering

All courses in this area will have a mandatory kit and uniform. This is to be ordered at August enrolment. Please note, you might be eligible for financial help to pay for required items. Please see our support team to find out more about a bursary.

Walk down any high street and you would think there are lots of jobs in hair and beauty. You’d be right!

How do I get there?

Level

1

Level

L2 Diploma in Hairdressing Studies L2 Certificate/Diploma in Barbering L2 Diploma in Hair and Media Makeup L2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Studies

Level

L3 Diploma in Hairdressing L3 Diploma in Barbering L3 Diploma in Theatrical Special Effects Hair & Makeup L3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Treatments

Level

L4 Diploma in Salon Management (Beauty Pathway) L4 Diploma in Salon Management (Media Make-Up Pathway) L4 Diploma in Salon Management (Hair and Barbers Pathway)

2

At Oaklands College we’re about making sure you stand head and shoulders above the competition when it comes to succeeding in this creative and highly customer-focused field of work.

We have our very own salon, Oasis, where you can work on customers, ensuring you build the confidence to work with the general public. Oasis at Oaklands has a culture of high aspiration and expectations. Our aim is to provide a safe, industry-disciplined and caring environment where students can thrive in their chosen vocational route.

As well as full-time courses for school-leavers, there are shorter courses for people wanting to enter the industry later in life or who want to change direction if they’re already in the sector and want to improve their skills.

Our beauty courses are all VTCT-approved.

L1 Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies - Hair & Beauty

3

4

Hair, Beauty & Barbering

Hair, Beauty & Barbering

Progress into employment

Adult Courses I want to be... ● Colour Specialist ● Hairdresser ● Barber ● Makeup Artist ● Media Make-Up and Prosthetic Specialist ● Receptionist/Front House Co-Ordinator ● Facialist ● Beauty Therapist ● Aesthetic Therapist ● Spa/Clinic/Beauty Salon/Hairdressers Manger ● Product House Trainer ● Teacher/Trainer (Vocational Related) ● Patient Co-Ordinator (Aesthetic Practice)

On our most recent visit to Oaklands we were yet again blown away by the passion and interest shown among the students and staff.

The students’ understanding and knowledge of the industry is so refreshing to see. We now employ 4 previous Oaklands college students who have all completed their studies to a high standard. I really enjoy actively working with Shauna from the college during our recruitment process, because I feel so confident the level of students being produced meet our expectations. I look forward to continuing to work with Oaklands on future projects and with recruitment needs.

Sophie Swales Clinic Director, Harpenden Skin Clinic

Level

L2 in Facial Skin Care (part time) L2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy L2 Diploma in Barbering L2 Diploma in Hairdressing Studies

Level

L3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies (part time) L3 Certificate in Swedish Massage (part time) Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing Studies

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Level

4

Progress within employment

L4 Certificate in Laser and Light (part time) VTCT (ITEC) L4 Award in Core of Knowledge for Laser and Light Devices

● Business Development Consultant

For more information on our Hair & Beauty courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/hair-beauty

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Hair, Beauty & Barbering

Level

1

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Full Time For ages 16-18 only.

No formal qualifications required.

What will I learn?

Some of the subjects covered include: ● Working with others ● Researching a Topic ● Developing a personal progression plan ● Make-up techniques ● Ladies and Men’s Hair styling ● Basic nail art ● Basic Manicure ● Basic Pedicure

L3 Diploma in Hairdressing Level

3

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Level 2 in Hairdressing, plus excellent practical skills and relevant professional experience.

Full time For ages 16-18 only. You require a placement in a hair salon at least 1 day a week to gain a place on this course.

What will I learn? ● Cut hair using a combination of creative techniques ● Colouring hair using a variety of techniques ● Colour correction services ● Creatively style and dress hair ● Creatively dress long hair ● Monitor procedures to safely control work operations ● Marketing and promotion of products to clients

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L2 Diploma in Hairdressing Studies Level

2

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above or a Level 1 hair qualification.

Full time For ages 16-18 only.

What will I learn?

Some of the subjects covered include: ● Health and safety ● Client consultations ● Shampooing and conditioning hair ● Cutting women’s hair ● Colouring and lightening hair ● Dressing hair

L2 Certificate/Diploma in Barbering Level

2

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above or a Level 1 Hair qualification.

Full Time For ages 16-18 only.

What will I learn? ● Consultation ● Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp ● Cut hair using basic barbering techniques ● Cut facial hair to shape using basic techniques ● Dry and finish men’s hair ● Create basic patterns in hair

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L3 Diploma in Barbering Level

3

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Level 2 in Barbering What will I learn? ● Promote and sell products and services to clients ● Cut men’s hair to create a variety of looks ● Cut facial hair to create a variety of looks ● Style and finish for all hair styles ● Relaxing services for African type hair ● Perm hair to create a variety of looks

L2 Diploma in Hair and Media Makeup Level

2

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

This course covers all the elements you need if you are looking to enter the industry.

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above or a Level 1 Hair/Make-Up qualification.

For ages 16-18 only.

What will I learn? ● The art of photographic makeup ● Health and Safety in the salon ● Create an image based on a theme within the hair and beauty sector ● Instruction on makeup application ● Themed face painting ● Instruction on make-up ● Plaiting and twisting hair ● Dressing Hair ● Eyelash and Eyebrow tinting treatments ● Eyelash Perming ● Apply makeup

L3 Diploma in Theatrical Special Effects Hair & Makeup Level

3

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

Build on your existing knowledge and skills and develop the technical skills required to become a professional makeup artist in the media, theatre, fashion or photographic industries.

Hair, Beauty & Barbering

L1 Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies - Hair & Beauty

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

What do I need?

Level 2 in media make-up or a recognised equivalent, plus excellent practical skills and relevant professional experience. For ages 16-18 only.

What will I learn? ● Cosmetic makeup science ● Media makeup ● Style and fit postiche ● Photographic makeup ● Anatomy and physiology for makeup services ● Airbrush makeup ● Cosmetic camouflage

L2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Studies Level

2

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or a Level 1 Beauty qualification.

Full Time For ages 16-18 only.

What will I learn?

You will study a range units including: ● Reception ● Customer service ● Anatomy and physiology ● Health and safety ● Contribute to the effective running of business ● Facial treatments ● Eyelash and eyebrow treatments ● Waxing ● Manicure ● Pedicure ● Lash lifting

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Hair, Beauty & Barbering

Level

3

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Level 2 in beauty therapy or a recognised equivalent, plus excellent practical skills and relevant professional experience. For ages 16-18 only.

What will I learn? ● Health and safety in the salon ● Client care and consultation ● Swedish massage therapy ● Body electrical treatment ● Facial electrical treatment ● Electrical science ● Mechanical massage ● Anatomy and physiology for the face and body systems

L4 Diploma in Salon Management (Beauty Pathway) Level

4

Hair, Beauty & Barbering

L3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Treatments

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Part Time 25 Weeks Welwyn Garden City

Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management is a vocationally related qualification that will prepare you to gain employment as a manager, as the units contained in this qualification cover all the skills and knowledge required for this role. Additionally increase practical skills.

What do I need?

You must hold a Pathway linked qualification at Level 3. You will be working with clients weekly, so confidence and good communication skills are vital. (18-year-old still may need to attend GCSE for full year) What will I learn? ● Management of health, safety and security in the salon ● Quality management of client care in the hair and beauty sector ● Public Relations in the hair and beauty sector ● Salon management ● Sales management Beauty Pathway

● Physiology of ageing

● Laser and light treatments for hair removal

● Laser and light treatments for skin rejuvenation ● Apply micro dermabrasion and advanced

epilation

Additional skills include insurable Skin Peel, Meso therapy, Skin Needling (Level options available) You require a placement in a beauty salon at least 1 day a week to gain a place on this course.

L4 Diploma in Salon Management (Media Make-Up Pathway) Level

4

Part Time 25 Weeks Welwyn Garden City

What will I learn? ● Management of health, safety and security in the salon ● Quality management of client care in the hair and beauty sector ● Public Relations in the hair and beauty sector ● Salon management ● Sales management

What will I learn? ● Management of health, safety and security in the salon ● Quality management of client care in the hair and beauty sector ● Public Relations in the hair and beauty sector ● Salon management ● Sales management

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Part Time 25 Weeks Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

You must hold a Pathway linked qualification at Level 3. You will be working with clients weekly, so confidence and good communication skills are vital. (18 year old still may need to attend GCSE for full year)

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Level

What do I need?

You must hold a Pathway linked qualification at Level 3. You will be working with clients weekly, so confidence and good communication skills are vital. (18 year old still may need to attend GCSE for full year)

● Create and cast small prosthetic pieces and bald

All our Beauty courses are VTCT approved

L4 Diploma in Salon Management (Hair and Barbers Pathway)

● Apply prosthetic pieces and bald caps

Hair and Barbering Pathway

● Hair colour correction

● Hair and scalp specialist services

● Manage the creation of a hair style collection

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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L3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies (Part-Time)

L4 Certificate in Laser and Light (part time)

Level

3

Part Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

This qualification provides you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to work effectively as a complementary therapist and to work within health care (NHS).

What do I need?

Age 19+ only. Learners must hold an ESOL level 2 qualification or English equivalent eg GCSE to enrol on this course.

Oasis is our client-facing, professional salon where you will gain experience working with clients under the supervision of your tutors. Oasis is fully equipped to help you develop your skills in the latest techniques and trends.

What will I learn? ● What will I learn? ● Business practice for complementary therapies ● Principles and practice of complementary therapies ● Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology ● Provide body massage ● Provide aromatherapy for complementary therapies ● Provide reflexology ● Healthy eating

We also offer short courses for anyone just entering the hair and beauty industry through to advanced courses for existing therapists who wish to develop and expand their skills.

Level

3

Part Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

This qualification provides you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to work effectively as a spa therapist.

What do I need?

Age 19+ only. Learners must hold an ESOL level 2 qualification or English equivalent eg GCSE to enrol on this course.

To find out more, email oasis@oaklands.ac.uk or call us on 01727 737604

What will I learn?

● Health and safety in the salon ● Client care and consultation

● Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and

pathology

4

Part Time (18+ course) 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

The VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments is an advanced qualification that has been specifically designed for beauty therapists.

This qualification is based on beauty therapy National Occupational Standards (NOS). This qualification is approved and supported by the Hairdressing and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA), the standard setting body for hair, beauty, nails and spa qualifications.

What do I need?

Age 19+ only. Learners must hold an ESOL level 2 qualification or English equivalent eg GCSE to enrol on this course.

Entry onto this qualification can be via previous attainment of a Level 3 beauty therapy.

What will I learn? ● Laser and Light skin and hair reduction treatments ● Health and Safety Management skills

VTCT (ITEC) L4 Award in Core of Knowledge for Laser and Light Devices

L3 Certificate in Swedish Massage (part time)

These include: ● Advanced Cutting ● Basic Long Hair Techniques ● Classic Cutting ● Creative Colouring ● Gel Nails ● Men’s Wet Shaving ● Skin Needling ● Skin Peel ● Threading

Level

Hair, Beauty & Barbering

Adult courses Hair & Beauty

Level

4

Online Modules with an onsite exam (18+ course) 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

VTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Award in Core of Knowledge for Laser and Light Devices is a knowledgebased qualification aimed at laser, IPL and LED technicians, who need to understand how to safely and professionally provide laser and light application treatments in the medical and aesthetics industry. (Refresh every 3 years) What do I need?

Age 19+ only. Learners must hold an ESOL level 2 qualification or English equivalent eg GCSE to enrol on this course.

● Provide body massage

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Adult courses

L2 in Facial Skin Care (part time) Level

2

Part Time (18+) 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

This qualification provides you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to work effectively as a facialist therapist.

What do I need?

Age 19+ only. Learners must hold an ESOL level 2 qualification or English equivalent eg GCSE to enrol on this course.

What will I learn? ● Facial Skills ● Health and safety ● Client care communication

Meet: Annie McConnell We offer a number of evening and short courses. Please check our website for dates and times

Annie made the most of her experience at Oaklands College and has recently opened up her own clinic within SMUK in London, called McConnell Aesthetics.

● Basic Long Hair Techniques ● Basic Make up course ● Gel Nails

● High Definition Brows ● Hopi Ear Candles ● Intimate Waxing

● Lash Extensions ● Lash Lift

● Reflexology

● Spray Tanning

● Swedish Massage ● Threading

● Wedding Make up ● Hairdressing ● Barbering

● Beauty Therapy

Scan the QR Code find a course for you.

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Before I joined Oaklands College I had little confidence in my ability as a beauty therapist and I wasn’t sure if it was something I wanted to do.

When I started the course, Kayleigh MoranHawkins (Lecturer in Beauty) soon put these feelings at ease and through her passion for the beauty industry and vast knowledge, I quickly found my love for it once more!

Whilst pursuing her studies at the college, Annie gained valuable experience of working with internal and external clients at the on-site Oasis Hair & Beauty salon, which provided her with the practical experience needed to open her own aesthetics salon.

If you’ve been inspired by Annie’s story and want to pursue a career in Beauty Therapy, you can discover more about our courses here. www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/hair-beauty For more information about Annie’s salon, you can view her website www.mcconnellaesthetics.co.uk

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Health & Social Care

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25 Health & Social Care

Health & Social Care

Training with Oaklands College will prepare you for a range of vocationally rewarding careers which will give you the satisfaction of knowing you are making a meaningful contribution to people’s lives.

Our students go on to work in a range of occupations with adults and children in a variety of public sector settings and with private care providers.

While it’s important to have the right knowledge and skill, it’s also necessary to be able to work with people who might be at their most vulnerable.

We are very careful to ensure students are able to have workplace experience to supplement the practical and academic aspects of their training.

The subjects we cover include general health and social care, dementia care, adult care, working with children, medication management, anatomy and safeguarding.

After completion of your studies with Oaklands College you will be able to progress to a job or undertake a related degree at university.

How do I get there?

Level

1

NCFE CACHE L1 Certificate Introduction to Health, Social Care & Children & Young People’s Settings

Level

NCFE CACHE L2 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care L2 NCFE CACHE Certificate in Health and Social Care

Level

NCFE CACHE L3 Technical Certificate/ Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care L3 NCFE CACHE Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care L3 NCFE CACHE Diploma in Adult Care

2 3

T

Level

Progress into employment

Progress on to University

NCFE CACHE T-level in Health – Adult Nursing or Midwifery

I want to be... ● Youth Worker ● Social Worker ● Mental Health Nurse ● Care Assistant ● Residential Carer ● Palliative Care Worker

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The partnership between Oaklands College and Watling View School is really beneficial.

The students from Oaklands develop the skills they need for their course by integrating themselves into a real workplace and gaining real life experiences. The placements help the Oaklands students to better understand the needs of pupils with additional needs, whilst developing their confidence and gaining a wider understanding of the sector they are studying.”

Jo Roberts School Business Manager, Watling View School

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For more information on our Health & Social Care courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/health-and-social-care

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NCFE CACHE L1 Certificate Introduction to Health, Social Care & Children & Young People’s Settings Level

1

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

Level

2

What do I need?

Preferably a minimum of GCSE grade 1 in Maths or English (ESOL E3). A strong interest in the Health Social Care and Childcare sector and with some experience would be an advantage although not essential.

What will I learn? ● Developing a personal progression plan ● Working with others ● Communication Skills for Health and Social Care ● Awareness of the importance of healthy eating and drinking for adults ● Introduction to the development of children and young people through play You will gain vocational experience through 25 supervised work placement hours in a Health and Social Care setting.

NCFE CACHE L2 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Level

2

L2 NCFE CACHE Certificate in Health and Social Care

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, one of which must be English or a Level 1 qualification. Learners will be subjected to an enhanced DBS check to confirm their suitability to work with children and/ or vulnerable adults. This is required on final acceptance onto the course as required by law for all people working with children and/or vulnerable adults.

What will I learn? ● Equality, diversity and rights in health and social care ● Safeguarding and protection in health and social care ● Human growth and development ● Anatomy and physiology for health and social care ● Nutrition for health and social care

Part Time 29 Weeks Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

GCSEs at Grade 3 or above or experience in the industry. You should be aged 19+ What will I learn? ● Equality, diversity and rights in health and social care ● Safeguarding and protection in health and social care ● Human growth and development

NCFE CACHE L3 Technical Certificate/ Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Level

3

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and Maths or a Level 2 qualification*. Learners will be subjected to an enhanced DBS check to confirm their suitability to work with children and/ or vulnerable adults. This is required on final acceptance onto the course as required by law for all people working with children and/or vulnerable adults.

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Level

3

Part Time 26 weeks Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

There are no formal entry requirements. You may be eligible to take this course free of charge if you do not already hold a full Level 3 qualification (or higher).

What will I learn?

You will complete 7 mandatory units: ● Understanding dementia ● Understand how person-centered approaches are used to underpin the care and support of individuals with dementia ● Principles of communication and interaction in dementia care and support ● Supporting positive interaction, occupation, and activity in dementia care ● Principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care and support, ● Understand how to support individuals with dementia to exercise choice and rights ● Principles of the administration of medication and well-being of individuals with dementia

L3 NCFE CACHE Diploma in Adult Care Level

3

Part Time 26 weeks Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

A Level 2 qualification in a related subject is preferable. GCSE English and Maths or Functional Skills English and Maths is preferable. You will need to be working, volunteering or on a practical placement as you will need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.

What will I learn?

Mandatory units include: ● Promote communication in care settings ● Duty of care in care settings ● Safeguarding and protection in care settings ● Responsibilities of a care worker ● Effective handling of information in care settings ● Equality and inclusion in care settings ● Health, safety, and well-being in care settings ● Personal development in care settings ● Person-centred approaches in care settings While you study, you must be working, volunteering or on a practical placement within a healthcare setting, as you will need to show competence in both knowledge and skills. You should complete at least 50-70 hours of practical experience across the course.

What will I learn?

● Developing Effective Communication ● Infection Prevention and Control ● Equality, Diversity and Rights ● Safeguarding

● Human Growth and Development

● Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology ● Personal and Professional Development

● Sociological and Psychological Perspectives for

Health and Social Care

The L3 Certificate includes 100 work placement hours and the L3 Extended Diploma includes 125 work placement hours.

You will gain vocational experience through 50 supervised work placement hours in a variety of Health and Social Care settings.

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L3 NCFE CACHE Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care

Health & Social Care

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

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Expert Tutors

Did You Know?

Our dynamic team uses a variety of teaching strategies to meet everyone’s needs. You will be encouraged to develop your skills and experience, and given all the support to help you progress and meet your career goals.

You will have the opportunity to attend a number of Work Placements. This gives you the chance to experience first-hand what it’s like to work in your chosen field, or to try out different types of settings within the care sector.

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Health & Social Care

Health & Social Care

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

NCFE CACHE T-level in Health – Adult Nursing or Midwifery

T

Level

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

#GETCAREERREADY!

What do I need?

You must have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s or more at a grade 5 and above and must include English, Maths and Science. Learners will be subjected to an enhanced DBS check to confirm their suitability to work with children and/or vulnerable adults. This is required on final acceptance onto the course as required by law for all people working with children and/or vulnerable adults.

What will I learn?

The core content for the 2 T-levels will cover the following areas: ● The healthcare sector ● Providing person centered care ● Health and wellbeing ● Safety and Environmental regulations in the Health and Science sector ● Managing information and data within the Health and Science sector ● Good Scientific and Clinical Practice ● Core Science concepts ● Infection prevention and control in health specific settings ● Managing personal information

One of the following occupational specialisms Supporting the adult nursing team

● Assist with clinical tasks

● Support individuals to meet activities of daily

living

● Assist with skin integrity assessments, care and

treatment

Supporting therapy teams ● Carry out a range of therapeutic techniques to support allied health professionals ● Assist with therapy support and help individuals improve their health and/or develop or maintain skills for daily living ● Prepare and maintain the therapeutic environment, equipment and resources Supporting the mental health team ● Provide care and support to individuals with mental health conditions ● Assist with mental health therapeutic interventions ● Promote mental well-being The breadth of content will ensure learners can apply their skills for different purposes and in different roles. There are specialism units that will need to be completed as part of the curriculum.

Benefits/skills T-levels are advanced level 3 courses and equivalent to 3 A Levels. They offer a much longer period of industry placement (usually up to almost 3 months) and aimed at students who are very clear on the career path they wish to pursue. The course is a combination of in-class study and work placement.

Assessment types Students who complete their T-level will receive an overall grade of pass, merit, distinction or distinction* Ucas points will only be allocated to the overall T-level grade. Students must achieve at least an overall pass grade to receive UCAS points.

A pass grade is worth 72 points and will range to 168 points if an A* is achieved.

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Horticulture & Landscaping

You’d be pushed to find a more attractive campus on which to develop your horticulture skills.

With a registered farm, a long history of agricultural and horticultural training, and beautiful traditional settings, Oaklands College is the perfect environment to inspire people who love being outside, close to nature, and working with plants and the land.

Our facilities include mature landscaped gardens, a new glasshouse, polytunnels, a plant nursery, a walled garden and an arboretum. We provide expert tutors and a friendly working environment which is open to complete beginners, advanced practitioners wanting to improve their skills and everyone in between.

We have been running horticulture courses for more than 60 years and have the country’s largest greenkeeping provision.

Horticulture and landscaping courses prepare students to work in settings such as garden centres, golf courses and nurseries with employers ranging from businesses to local authorities. Jobs include garden design, operation of machinery, protection of ornamental plants and landscape maintenance.

Horticulture & Landscaping

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

How do I get there?

Level

1

L1 City & Guilds Diploma in Practical Horticulture Skills

Level

L2 City & Guilds Diploma in Practical Horticulture Skills

2

Progress into employment

Adult Courses

I want to be...

Level

2

L2 City and Guilds Workbased Diploma in Greenkeeping/Sports turf

Level

L3 City and Guilds Workbased Diploma in Greenkeeping/Sports turf

3

● Plant Breeder ● Garden Designer

Progress within Employment

● Amenity Gardener ● Landscape Contractor ● Garden Centre Manager ● Nursery Grower

Fantastic Facilities Horticulture students have access to excellent facilities, including a large glasshouse, polytunnels, plant nursery, walled garden and arboretum.

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For more information on our Horticulture & Landscaping courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/horticulture

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Adult courses

L1 City & Guilds Diploma in Practical Horticulture Skills

L2 City and Guilds Workbased Diploma in Greenkeeping/Sports turf

Level

1

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

2

What do I need?

No entry qualifications other than an interest in horticulture, landscaping or gardening.

You will also be required to undertake a work placement.

What will I learn?

The topics covered in the diploma include turf maintenance, health and safety in the workplace, self-development, maintenance of turf surfaces (e.g. top dressing, aeration etc.) machinery use and maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems, preparing of ground and establishment of grass etc.

L2 City & Guilds Diploma in Practical Horticulture Skills

2

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above or a relevant Level 1 qualification or some experience within the industry.

What will I learn? ● Maintaining borders and pruning techniques ● Planting and propagation skills ● Industry nursery skills ● Laying turf ● Vegetable growing

Part time 1 year Delivered in the workplace

What do I need?

To apply for this qualification you will need to be 19+ and in paid employment at a Golf Course or Sports Turf venue and be able to carry out a wide range of turf maintenance operations in the workplace. You will also have the full support of your employer with regard to your application.

Dependent on age or income you may be able to access funding for the course.

What will I learn? ● Machinery operations ● Plant propagation ● Maintaining planted areas ● Plant identification

Level

L3 City and Guilds Workbased Diploma in Greenkeeping/Sports turf Level

3

Part time 14 months Delivered in the workplace

What do I need?

To apply for this qualification you will need to be 19 plus and in paid employment at a Golf Course or Sports Turf venue and be able to carry out a wide range of turf maintenance operations in the workplace. You will also have the full support of your employer with regard to your application.

Dependent on age or income you may be able to access funding for the course.

What will I learn?

The topics covered in the diploma include turf maintenance, health and safety in the workplace, self-development, machinery use and maintenance, maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems, collecting information and advising others, holding meetings, running small scale projects, analysing sites, preparing of ground and establishment of grass areas etc.

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Hospitality and Catering

Horticulture & Landscaping

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How do I get there?

With our friendly experienced teaching staff, a working restaurant called Stables set in a period building and real customers to serve, you should be seriously considering Oaklands College as the launchpad for your career.

Our course offering has been structured to take you right from the start with basic principles right up to the standard you would need to get a job at a good quality gastro pub, hotel or restaurant. If you stay with us to study at Level 3, then you can apply for jobs in Michelin starred restaurants or luxury hotels. You will also be able to progress to university.

Our tutors have worked in top restaurants and hotels. Even if you join us at entry level it is possible to progress step by step to the standard where you will be producing fine quality food and have acquired the customer service skills to satisfy the expectations of discerning diners.

Hospitality and Catering

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

RE: Oaklands Students - Stanborough Hospitality Day!

Your students were an absolute credit to Oaklands throughout their work experience programme and a huge help at a very busy function at Stanbrough School today!

Angela Pearson Training & Standards Manager HCL Catering

Level

L1 Certificate in Food Preparation and Cooking L1 Diploma in Introduction to Professional Cookery

Level

L2 Award in home cooking skills L2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery L2 VRQ Diploma in Professional Cookery L2 Diploma in Culinary Skills Dayrelease or full time L2 Diploma in Hospitality Services

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Progress into employment

L3 Diploma in Advanced Professional Cookery Kitchen and Larder

I want to be... ● Chef ● Nutritionist ● Chocolatier ● Baker

Comment from judges at the British culinary competition to one of our students

● Pastry Chef ● Product Development ● Waiting Staff

Fantastic Facilities Our state-of-the-art training kitchens allow you to develop and practise your skills to the highest level.

The judges were very complimentary about her skills and level of professionalism for someone who had only been a student at Oaklands college for a few months.

For more information on our Hospitality and Catering courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/hospitality-and-catering

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L1 Certificate in Food Preparation and Cooking Level

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L2 Award in home cooking skills

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

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What do I need? a passion for cooking and an interest in food Some English and Maths skills What will I learn? ● Preparing and cooking meat, poultry, pasta, rice and vegetables ● Producing basic bread and dough products ● Understanding health and hygiene standards ● Developing, contribute and maintain working relationships ● Health and safety and preventing accidents

L1 Diploma in Introduction to Professional Cookery Level

1

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above. Some work experience in cookery is preferable.

A passion for cooking and an interest in food and food products What will I learn?

Practical based cookery dishes linked to the cookery methods e.g., boiling, poaching, braising etc. ● Introduction to the hospitality and catering industry ● Food safety, health & hygiene ● Introduction to kitchen equipment ● Further advanced cooking methods ● Using specialist equipment

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Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

2

What do I need?

Literacy and numeracy skills An interest in food Some knowledge of the hospitality industry What will I learn? ● This qualification is mainly practical based. ● Street food and bakery dishes ● Research recipes and share knowledge with other people. ● Knowledge, understanding and confidence to cook meals in the workplace or at home ● An understanding of how to economise when planning a meal. ● How to transfer skills learned to different recipes ● Inspire others with your culinary knowledge

L2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery Level

2

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Level 1 Certificate in Cookery or relevant experience within the industry, such as working in a Café, pub/restaurant, hotel.

What will I learn? ● Prepare, cook and finish meat, fish, poultry and vegetable dishes ● Prepare, cook and finish hot sauces, basic soups, rice and pasta dishes ● Prepare, cook and finish pastry products, hot and cold desserts, cakes, sponges, biscuits and scones ● Food safety, health and safety, working as team

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L2 VRQ Diploma in Professional Cookery

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L2 Diploma in Hospitality Services

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

2

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

A Level 1 Diploma in Professional Cookery or relevant work experience within the industry, plus GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above.

What do I need?

Have a passion for Hospitality. Have good people and social skills. Have good communication skills.

Be able to work as part of a team. Be Committed.

What will I learn? ● How to prepare and cook vegetable dishes, sauces, soups, meat, poultry, offal, fish and shellfish ● Nutrition and healthy diets ● Catering operations, costs and menu planning ● Food safety ● Hospitality industry

What will I learn?

You’ll be developing a wide range of front of house skills including: ● Maintenance of a safe, hygienic and secure working environment ● Give customers a positive impression of yourself and your organisation (ICS) ● Working effectively as part of a hospitality team ● Maintain food safety when storing, holding and serving food ● Provide a counter and takeaway service ● Prepare and clear areas for counter and takeaway service ● Prepare and clear areas for table service ● Serve food at the table ● Prepare and clear the bar area ● Serve alcoholic and soft drinks ● Prepare and serve hot drinks using specialist equipment (Barista Training)

L2 Diploma in Culinary Skills Day-release or full time Level

2

Day-release or full time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Appropriate for catering practitioners 19+ already in the industry wanting to upskill their culinary skills. 1 day minimum is required to study on site. Or a full 3–4-day course What will I learn?

You’ll be developing a wide range of skills across the kitchen including: ● Health and hygiene standards leading to a level 2 food hygiene qualification ● Preparing and cooking stocks, soups, sauces, fruit and vegetables, meat and offal, poultry, fish and shellfish and rice, pasta, grains and eggs ● Understand how to prepare and cook biscuits, cake and sponges, and working with fermented dough. ● Learning about Healthier foods, special diets and Nutrition.

Hospitality and Catering

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Expert Tutors The Hospitality & Catering team at Oaklands College is rich in experience, with chef lecturers who have worked in Michelin rated restaurants, gastro pubs, private dining rooms and five-star hotels.

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Summer joined the college in September 2021 on the professional cookery course - she is deaf and has a vison impairment. In the October, Summer competed in her first culinary competition, The Craft Guild of Chefs, where she won the following awards: Gateau Challenge Gold, Cupcakes Tasted Certificate of Merit and Best Overall Practical student across all classes.

In March 2022 Summer entered The International Salon Culinaire Competition 2022 and won two further silver awards.

Summer has her own food blog: http://www.thesoundbaker.com and has linked up with one of our ex-students Cassie Best who is now an author and Food Director for BBC Good Food.

Summer won a merit for her Afternoon Tea Pastries at the International Salon Culinaire London in March 2023 and Gold Best in Class at the British Culinary Competition for her Afternoon Tea Pastries May 2023.

L3 Diploma in Advanced Professional Cookery Kitchen and Larder Level

3

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Applicants are required to have achieved their Level 2 or to be already working as a chef and looking to gain a formal qualification.

What will I learn?

● Food safety for catering and supervisory skills ● Gastronomy

● Preparing and finishing complex game, meat,

poultry and fish dishes

● Prepare and finish complex bread and dough

dishes

● Prepare and finish complex soups, hot and cold

desserts, cakes, sponges and biscuits, petit fours, sous-vide cookery ● How to use modern equipment, Thermomix, dehydrator. Sous vide machines, paco Jet. ● Working in The Stables restaurant - learning about tasting menus and wine pairing

Jay Lowe Jay completed 3 years with us as a professional cookery student competing Level 1 and 2 and 3 Professional Cookery.

He played an active role in the department and was the student voice on the student union.

He is a high achiever with merit and distinction throughout his work.

In his final year, Jay really stamped his mark with his enthusiasm and passion. He wrote the menu for the last night’s dinner, for which he planned the food preparation. He was rewarded with student of the year for catering in 2019.

Jay worked at Lussmans and as a commis chef at St Michael’s Manor while he was at college. He is now Head Chef at a gastro pub in Berkhamsted.

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Learning for Independence & Future Employment (L.I.F.E.)

The Stables Restaurant is our contemporary realistic working environment which provides high-quality service and food prepared and served by our talented Hospitality and Catering students. @the_stables_restaurant

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Learning for Independence & Future Employment (L.I.F.E.)

We are enormously proud of our specialist provision. If you’re a parent or guardian looking for a safe, modern environment dedicated to your child’s needs, we think we may have what you’re looking for.

Supporting students to live and work more independently in the future is a core aim of all learning programmes.

We believe our students have the best of both worlds. They are included in mainstream college as they deserve to be, but within their own dedicated and exclusive learning environment.

We cater for people aged 16-22 with a profound or severe learning difficulty, including those who require medical support in order to learn effectively.

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Or email Life@oaklands.ac.uk

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L.I.F.E

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Springfield Level

PE

Full Time 2 - 3 Years (subject to funding) St Albans

Springfield is a specialist provision based at the St Albans Campus which caters for young people aged 16-22 on entry who have either a profound and complex or severe learning difficulty or disability and may or may not require additional medical support in order to access the curriculum. This also includes young people whose needs may fall within the Autistic Spectrum and who may have associated communication difficulties and require behavioural support. Following initial assessment, students will be placed with the most appropriate peer group that best reflects their needs and abilities.

Curriculum delivery will be led by the Aims and Outcomes as detailed on Education, Health and Care Plans.

Choices and Options These courses are for students with a severe learning disability who may require significant assistance to access the curriculum but can be supported to engage in more formal activities that will encourage basic independence skills where appropriate.

The main aims of these courses are to promote independence, develop choice-making skills through the use of pictures and symbols and to develop the students individual communication strategies using Makaton, PECS, Voca, Eye Gaze and other assisted communication technologies.

All students are empowered through switch work and expressive communication strategies to exercise control over their own environment, allowing them to make meaningful choices. Where appropriate, students will be supported and encouraged to develop simple independent living skills such as basic food preparation and self-help skills.

What will I learn?

Springfield is split into programmes depending on the needs of the individual student. These include:

Foundation and Young Persons Programme These courses are for young people with additional needs who need a secure, accessible introduction to college life.

Learners may have a range of needs and disabilities including physical disabilities, challenging behaviour, autism, downs syndrome and/or experience poor mental health.

Students on the Young Person Programme are functioning at a relatively high cognitive and academic level (high P levels and some aspects at Entry 1). Foundation students have a similar level of need but may be working at a lower cognitive level than students in the Young Persons Programme.

The main emphasis throughout these programmes is to encourage and develop communication, independence and life skills, functional numeracy and literacy skills and behaviours. Developing and improving communication strategies underpins all activities throughout the week so that learners acquire a range of skills to help them express themselves.

Core Skills and Encounters These programmes are designed for students with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties who require a sensory based curriculum. The programmes are centered on individual need but are intended to address the most basic need for sensory discrimination and self-awareness as a starting point. Learning will be encouraged through activities that will develop the ability to “select, integrate and derive meaning from” these experiences.

All students are encouraged to use switches to operate equipment and to have control of their local environment.

There is recognition that communication from students is likely to be heavily dependent on advocate interpretation and staff continuity will be maintained as far as possible in order to facilitate this.

Some students will be able to work with early stages of symbol recognition alongside objects of reference.

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Focus Provision These programmes are for students on the autistic spectrum whose autism can have a profound effect on how they interact with the wider world. There are currently groups streamed by specific need.

Focus programmes provide an environment that is ‘autism friendly’, where the learner feels valued and can learn through consistent and predictable routines. Self-help skills and independence are a key aspect of all programmes. Increasing confidence, developing resilience and an ability to manage everyday tasks (taking care of own belongings, preparing simple meals and selfcare skills) form a basis of the support given to develop independence in daily living activities.

Staff are skilled at the gradual withdrawal of support, encouraging further independent activity.

Photographs, pictures, PECS symbols and other communication resources are employed to support the development of skills.

All sessions are planned to provide stability and consistency and give warning of any changes whilst being alert to possible signs of stress and anxiety. Students are likely to have a low tolerance of change and need additional time and support to adjust to the college environment.

Students will likely need support and struggle with social interactions, expressive and receptive communication and flexibility of thought.

We have a large team of Hertfordshire Steps Instructors who support students to develop self-management and self-regulatory behaviours.

Supporting the development of self-regulatory behaviour is at the core of all programmes.

Students are individually targeted towards developing their working relationships and peerto-peer interaction. Activities are structured to facilitate opportunities for working co-operatively, gaining confidence, listening to others and participating in group activities.

Speech & Language Therapy (SaLT) At Oaklands, we use a range of alternative and augmentative communication methods to support and encourage functional communication development. These are not used in isolation and a student may use several of these methods.

Methods that are currently used in college are Makaton signing, symbols/photos, a range of communication aids (including access to eye gaze systems), communication books/passports and objects of reference.

We strive to ensure that we carry over already established communication strategies, although within the context of transition, needs may

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change and with team agreement these may be appropriately modified.

The multi-disciplinary approach is adopted at Oaklands. We work very closely with families, carers, college staff, physiotherapists and previous SaLTs. Communication underpins all learning and therefore we are committed to providing specialised support and therapy to each student’s individually identified needs.

The therapy team contribute to the EHCP review process as required, supporting tutors to update outcomes and targets accordingly given their specific expertise in the relevant therapeutic field.

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Supportive Learning Level

Level

Level

Level

E1 E2 E3 1

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

This programme is for students aged 16-22 on entry, who have a learning difficulty/difficulties and/ or disability/disabilities, including those whose needs fall within the Autistic Spectrum range of conditions. There are no formal entry requirements.

What will I learn?

The programme is made up of three pathways, streamed according to the academic level (to enable the students to work together on group projects) of the individual student.

These cover a range of areas, including: ● Coping strategies ● Internal discipline ● Life and community skills ● Functional skills in Maths and English Internal and external work experience will be offered to all students if this is of benefit to the individual and is designed to support students in accessing the wider community and to encourage them to be more independent in all aspects of their life.

Students will be able to access a range of subjects, including creative media, art, life skills, sports, community skills, literacy and numeracy, gardening and performing arts. Accredited qualifications are offered in the relevant subject areas if these qualifications are accessible to the individual.

Each student’s starting point and pathway will be assessed and identified on an individual basis.

Students on pathway one will typically have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) or associated traits and may have found accessing college education before challenging, and/or need clearly defined routines and expectations in order to support them in accessing all elements of their college programme effectively.

Students on pathway two will be working to: develop independence skills, internal discipline and processing skills, to develop an understanding of their local community, of personal safety, and to develop pre-work vocational skills.

Students on pathway three will be working towards further developing independent life and work skills with a view to sustainable, meaningful work and supported living placements beyond college.

Students on pathway four may have the potential to access other further education courses in the future, but need structure and clear expectations to access their education in a meaningful manner at the present time. Students may present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and/ or have been out of formal education for a period of time.

What can I do next?

Progression routes (explored in the final year of a programme) are tailored to the needs of the individual. Students may move into work or voluntary placements, independent living, or onto another further education course with the appropriate degree of additional support.

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Foundation into Further Education Level

Level

E3 1

Maths and English

L.I.F.E

Supported Internship

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

Level

E3 1

Foundation into Further Education is designed to act as a transitional course if you’re looking for further education but need some support to get there.

You will develop transferable skills to increase your independence at home and in the community, with embedded functional skills. You will learn to take responsibility for your own learning and recognise your strengths and areas you need to develop.

Personal development sessions will support and guide you through a range of generic and life skills in order to support your core study programme and to develop wider skills for progressing to further education and/or employment.

You will also have the opportunity to access a range of other courses at Oaklands if appropriate.

Part Time 6 Months St Albans

For students with learning difficulties and disabilities.

What is a supported internship?

Internships are unpaid work and will be accessed alongside college sessions. The on-the-job training will support you to move into paid or voluntary employment at the end of the programme. You will be at work for up to 16 hours a week and at college for two days a week.

How it works At the start of your programme you will be fully supported in your chosen work placement. A job coach will assist you with on the job training. As you become competent in your role the support will reduce. (This may take several months).

At the end of your work placement the employer will offer an interview which we hope will lead to paid or voluntary employment.

Is a supported internship for you? ● You need to be at least 18 years old. ● You need to have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). ● You will need to have a strong desire to work ● You will need to be reliable and willing to learn new skills. ● You will need to get to your work placement.

Expert Tutors Our friendly and approachable staff have a wealth of experience in working with students with additional needs.

Our staff will provide a safe and friendly environment where our students can thrive and learn at their own pace.

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Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25 Maths and English

Maths and English GCSEs and Functional skills qualifications provide the knowledge and understanding in life to progress and succeed in education, training and employment. They are equivalent to GCSE 4 or C pass and will help you to gain entry to university or further education courses, or to improve the job roles available to you.

Taking the certificates to interviews will also help you gain job roles without going through the literacy and numeracy tests that many companies now set.

These are taught through distance learning which means you only come to college to take your exam or if you require a one to one in person instead of a Teams or Zoom meeting, which can be arranged with your tutor.

Study anywhere – being an online course, you’re not geographically restricted and can study from anywhere with a computer and internet connection!

Real flexibility – flexible study time to suit your busy lifestyle. Fit your course in around work, parenting, or any other commitments you might have.

Pass in as little as 12 weeks – with 3 hours commitment per week, you can pass your English course in 12 weeks, and your Maths course in 1620 weeks, depending on the level studied.

Our commitment to you We have been delivering Functional Skills Maths and English since 2012, and for many years have greatly exceeded the national average for pass rates, which gives us immense pride in ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all our students.

Our past students have used their functional skills qualifications as a springboard to jump into the careers they desire or climb higher on the career ladder in their current jobs.

You will need to be 19 years of age prior to the start of the current academic year. You will also require a computer with basic IT skills, access to the internet and a printer.

We will give you an online assessment to find out what level you should begin your learning at.

With all Government funded courses you must start studying at the level of your assessment and work your way up to the higher level if your results are lower.

Functional Skills English Part Time 18 Weeks Distance Learning

GCSE Maths

What will I learn? ● Report writing ● Formal letter writing ● How to improve your overall understanding of punctuation and grammar ● And ultimately, gain confidence in your own writing

Functional Skills Maths

GCSE English

Part Time 1 year Distance Learning

Part Time 1 year Distance Learning

What will I learn? ● Number – Fractions, percentages, ratio ● Algebra – Equations, graphs, sequences, formulae ● Shape – Angles, area and perimeter, circles, pythagoras, trigonometry ● Data Handling – Averages, charts, probability

What will I learn?

● Reading - fictional and non-fictional texts

● Writing creatively or to present a viewpoint

● Exploring how writers use language techniques

to interest readers

● Speaking and listening in a formal context and

using grammar and punctuation correctly

Part Time 18 Weeks Distance Learning What will I learn? ● How to deal with numbers in any situation in life – from shopping for the best deals to working out interest ● Understanding how to use data ● Gain confidence using your skills in everyday situations

You... need me We realise the importance of Maths and English in daily life.

Almost every job requires the ability to read, write and use numbers confidently.

For more information, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/gcses

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Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25 Motor Vehicle

Motor Vehicle Our motor vehicle courses put you straight into the workshop. You will learn alongside expert tutors who will guide you through every step of the job, as well as giving you the essential underpinning theoretical knowledge.

From refitting cylinder heads and working on transmission systems to customer care and safe working techniques, our industry-experienced tutors will guide you every step of the way.

Students also learn to develop the key employability characteristics which the trade is increasingly looking for, such as an ability to work well in teams.

We have the industry standard equipment you’d expect to find in the workplace, including the facilities to train on electric and hybrid vehicles. Our courses prepare students for jobs/ apprenticeships and employment.

For those already in the trade, there are short courses to help you keep your skills up to date, including a specialist qualification in air conditioning.

If you need to improve your maths and English, we can help with that too.

How do I get there?

Level

1

L1 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles

Level

2

L2 Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles

Level

L3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles

3

Progress into employment

Adult Courses Level

2

Level

3

L2 Award in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Operation and Maintenance

Progress within employment

L3 Award in Refrigerant Handling (F-Gas)

I want to be... ● Diagnostics Engineer ● Mechanic Breakdown & Recovery Technician ● Auto Electrician

Student Success

● Quick Fitter

Level 3 Motor Vehicle student Tyrik secured a work placement at Glyn Hopkins Fiat in St Albans where his hard-working attitude and willingness to learn resulted in the company offering him a full-time job.

● Tyre Fitter ● Car Mechanic

Uno Bus garage

The Level 1 learners that were sent from Oaklands College were incredibly well behaved and careful around vehicles, tools and equipment.

For more information on our Motor Vehicle courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/motor-vehicle

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L1 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles Level

1

L3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

3

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above to include English and Maths.

What will I learn? ● Working as a team ● Communication with customers ● Research topic ● Completing a vehicle service and its record ● Types and grades of engine oil and other fluids ● Improve hand skills (making a tool, soldering etc.)

L2 Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles Level

2

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

You must have completed a Level 2 Motor Vehicle qualification and be working within the industry carrying out diagnostic work.

What will I learn?

Diagnosing and rectifying the following faults: ● Light vehicle engine ● Chassis systems ● Transmission ● Driveline ● Auxiliary electrical

Adult courses Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Full & Part Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

You must have a Level 1 Diploma in Motor Vehicle and Grade 4 or above in Maths and English.

What will I learn? ● Maintenance within a workshop ● Remove/test and refit a cylinder head ● Remove/test and refit a coolant thermistor ● To remove/test ignition coils and sparking plugs ● To remove an alternator/stator, test the systems and test a battery ● To test/remove lamp clusters ● To test steering ● To test a suspension strut, remove and refit ● To maintain brakes: diagnose faults, remove, measure and refit ● To understand the drive and transmission components

L2 Award in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Operation and Maintenance Level

2

Part time Two consecutive Saturdays or x4 evenings St Albans

For technicians who maintain and repair hybrid technology vehicles (not the actual hybrid system).

You will gain knowledge of high voltage hybrid technologies and an understanding of their dangers.

L3 Award in Refrigerant Handling (F-Gas) Level

3

Part time Two consecutive Saturdays or x4 evenings St Albans

This qualification can be the first step into the vehicle-based air conditioning sector.

You will learn how to check the air conditioning system in a car, drain the system, vacuum test and re-gas.

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Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25 Music

Music

How do I get there?

The music industry is one of the UK’s great success stories.

We’re here to give you the skills, knowledge and industry awareness that will provide the solid foundations for a career as a performer or in the many technical, managerial and creative roles the industry creates every year.

If performance is your thing, then we can help you with you with composition, effective rehearsing, live performance as an individual and with a band, and how to reflect and develop. Performers will need to audition.

On the production side, we have the kit and the know-how for those who want to specialise in this area, including, of course, a recording studio.

We have industry standard DAWs used in your specialist Mac Suite running Logic Pro X. We also have a Level 2 course specialising in both performance and production.

If you need to improve your maths or English, we can help with that too. What we really need you to bring with you is a real passion for music.

Level

2

L2 UAL Diploma in Music Performance and Production

Level

L3 UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma in Music Performance L3 UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma in Music Production

3

Level

4

Level

5

Progress into employment or university

L4/5 HNC/D in Music Production

I want to be... ● Mixing Engineer ● Song Writer ● Musician ● Composer

Oskar Orzol – Level 3 Music Production

● Independent Artist ● Sound Engineer ● Producer

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I was floored by Oskar’s great work ethic, his desire to get involved, help out and pick up how to use the desk, for example. Oskar actually helped us pack everything down and stayed until the last of us left on the night.

He’s a talent that I’m sure will go very far in the industry.

Pioneer Club, St Albans

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Student Success

Fantastic Facilities

Josiah Williams completed the L3 Music Production course and joined with relatively little experience in this area. He initially struggled using the Logic X software to produce a variety of styles.

Through collaboration with his peers and students from level 3, Josiah developed his skill set and understanding of a range of styles from hip-hop to pop and rock. He volunteered to help with setting up a studio and live performance sessions for gigs at Campus West to help with his work experience. Progressing onto the Level 3 Diploma in Music Production course Josiah was given work experience at a local studio as they saw he was a hard-working individual with a good range of production skills in different styles.

Our music suites feature industry standard hardware and software including Logic and Pro Tools and you will have the chance to produce professional standard recordings of your work in our studios.

For more information on our music courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/music

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L2 UAL Diploma in Music Performance and Production Level

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Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

3

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, or a Level 2 Diploma in Music. Some previous knowledge or experience of music technology is beneficial.

What will I learn? ● Listening skills ● Exploring music composition ● Music performance skills and practice ● Music production skills and practice ● Music performance and production project ● Instrumental Skills ● Introduction to DAW skills and recording studio practices.

L4/5 HNC/D in Music Production

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

Level

What will I learn?

You will develop your skills in ● Marketing & Promotion ● Performance ● Composition ● Music theory ● Artistic direction ● Rehearsal skills ● Instrumental Skills You will spend time preparing materials and rehearsing both individually and as a member of a group.

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Level

4 5

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, or a Level 2 Diploma in Music. You will also be required to audition on your first instrument.

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What will I learn?

You will develop your skills in: ● Mastering ● Live sound ● Composition ● Sampling - sound mixing and manipulation ● Marketing & Promotion

L3 UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma in Music Performance

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Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

Level

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 and above.

Level

L3 UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma in Music Production

Performing & Production Arts

Music

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music or 3 A Levels as well as GCSE English and Maths grade 4 or above.

What will I learn?

You will receive industry-based lectures and have access to our mac suite loaded with Logic Pro X, keyboards and interfaces, as well as our in-house recording studio, rehearsal suites and performance theatre as part of your professional development. ● The Music Industry ● Marketing and Promotion for Musicians ● Professional Development ● Creative Research ● Creative Portfolio ● Developing as an Artist

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Performing & Production Arts

Our courses are designed to set people up for careers on stage, in front of the camera or in the large number of occupations which take place behind the scenes.

For performers, we can help you develop in dancing, singing, or acting. You can also choose to combine all three and then pick your specialism as you progress in your studies. There is also a university-level course in musical theatre which will lead to careers in performance, directing and choreography.

Many will take their studies further and go on to complete a full degree at university.

Behind the scenes, the options are even more numerous with occupations including stage management, lighting, video projection and set design.

The performing arts are a particularly important field in the UK economy, but the skills offered by much of our training are highly transferable, including public speaking skills, management know-how, creativity and the ability to work under pressure in teams.

● Performer ● Actor ● Singer ● Dancer ● Theatre Director

● Lighting Technician ● Producer ● Drama Therapist ● Community Arts Worker ● Teacher

● Stage Manager

How do I get there?

Level

2

L2 UAL Diploma in Performing and Production Arts

Level

L3 UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma in Performing Arts L3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Production Arts

3

Level

4

Level

5

L4/5 HNC/HND in Musical Theatre

Progress into employment

Progress on to University

Meet: Will Rodell Actor Will Rodell spent three years at Oaklands College studying Performing Arts, before excelling at the Manchester School of Theatre where he underwent three further years of training.

I want to be...

Performing & Production Arts

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I had the best teachers ever. Whilst studying I worked at the Old Vic Theatre in Waterloo, where I was surrounded by colleagues who held similar career aspirations to myself. It was tough, but my time at Oaklands College had given me the tools and skills to succeed: discipline, the importance of hard work and making sure you’re prepared and generally being professional.

Expert Tutors Our tutors have all worked extensively in the world of performance and know how to best support you as you prepare to enter this competitive industry. They will guide you as you harness your talent, determination, and energy into your chosen area of performance.

For more information on our Performing & Production Arts courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/performing-production-arts

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Performing & Production Arts

Level

2

Full Time 1 Year Welwyn Garden City

L3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Production Arts Level

3

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above preferably including English and Maths, however consideration will be given to candidates performing a successful audition.

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English & Maths or a Level 2 equivalent. An interest in technical theatre.

What will you learn? ● Communicating with an audience ● Staging a performance ● Contextual research for performance and production ● Performance skills and practice ● Production skills and practice ● Producing and performing to an audience

● Stage lighting

L3 UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Level

3

Performing & Production Arts

L2 UAL Diploma in Performing and Production Arts

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

What will I learn?

● Sound production ● Video projection

● Stage management

● Set construction and design.

There will be various opportunities for collaboration with projects including Performing Arts, Film and TV and Music students who frequently perform their own gigs in local venues as well as at the college.

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above normally including English and Maths.

What will I learn? ● Principles of performance ● Engaging with an audience ● Critical and contextual awareness ● Professional practice ● Collaborative performance ● Performance and production skills

Did you know?

Fantastic Facilities

Previous shows performed by our students include The Wedding Singer, A Bunch of Amateurs, All Shook Up, Abigail’s Party, See How They Run, Two and Show Stoppers.

Our Performing Arts students benefit from a dance studio, green room with costumes and a fully equipped studio theatre where they take responsibility for all aspects of their performances, including lighting and sound.

This year the original Broadway cast of The Wedding Singer, engaged with our students who were performing the same musical for their end of year show. They sent personalised video messages to our students wishing them luck! Details of these can be found on our social media pages. themyriadtheatre ocperformingarts

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Performing & Production Arts

L4/5 HNC/HND in Musical Theatre Level

Level

4 5

Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

UCAS TARIFF POINTS: 48 Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts or 3 A Levels as well as GCSE English Level C or above, and GCSE Maths Level C or above.

What will I learn?

Year One The first year of the course will focus on pulling apart and redeveloping the acquired skills of the performer. The course is practical in the main, developing and nurturing all three disciplines of performance: Acting, Song and Dance. The course will be led by industry experienced lecturers, however, to provide a broader and more rewarding learning experience, workshops could be held by external practitioners within the field, utilising industry contacts of current Performing Arts Lecturers.

First Year modules include (but not limited to) ● Acting Studies (Shakespeare / Classical, Contemporary Theatre, Film and Television) ● Vocal Studies (Musical Theatre Repertoire, Vocal Technique, Acting Through Song) ● Dance & Movement Studies (Jazz, Ballet & Tap styles, Choreographic work) ● The Performing Arts Industry ● Professional Development

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Year Two The second year will bring together the skills acquired in year one and will be applied to a performance heavy year, with students forming a Fringe Musical Theatre cast for several small-scale productions. Students will apply their knowledge, not just in performance-based disciplines but also in marketing their productions both to the public and media, as well as to agents and casting directors – promoting student led business and enterprise.

Second Year modules include (but not limited to) ● Advanced Vocal Studies & Viva Voce ● Dance for Musical Theatre ● Advanced Acting Studies ● Musical Theatre Practitioner Studies (Seminar Presentation Based) ● Creative Research Project ● Working in the Performing Arts Industry ● Fringe Theatre Performance

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Public Services Our public or uniformed services provision introduces students to an exciting range of skills and know-how to prepare them for some of the most challenging and rewarding front-line careers available.

How do I get there?

The uniformed services play a vital role in our security, wellbeing, and safety. They include the armed services, ambulance crews, police, and firefighters. Our range of courses is designed to ensure students have the grounding and core training they need before deciding which of these services they would like to work in.

The range of skills we offer is wide and interesting, including topics as diverse as citizenship, law, fitness, emergency response, criminology, and government. It could be said that our public services courses have the widest variety of skill types of any of the college’s provision.

For adults, we offer an Access to HE Diploma Policing, run in conjunction with the Metropolitan Police, to get onto a university degree course or pursue a degree apprenticeship.

Level

2

L2 NCFE Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services

Level

L3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma / Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services

3

Progress into employment

Adult Courses Level

3

L3 Access to HE Diploma Policing

Progress within employment

I want to be... ● Probation Officer ● Prison Officer ● Fire Fighter ● Paramedic ● Soldier ● PCSO Police Officer

Student Success After completing their studies Flinn Chapman and George Hubbard both joined the degree apprenticeship for policing with Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire. They are studying at ARU to become serving police officers in their local areas.

For more information on our Public Services courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/public-services

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Public Services Adult courses

L2 NCFE Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services

L3 Access to HE Diploma Policing

Level

2

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

3

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or a relevant Level 1 course. Motivation, commitment and enthusiasm to participate in physical activity in college and voluntary activities in your spare time.

What will I learn? ● Investigate employment in the uniformed services ● Physical fitness for the uniformed services ● Develop team working and problem-solving skills ● Health and safety in the uniformed services ● Health and hygiene in the uniformed services ● Follow uniformed service routine ● Exploring equality and diversity for the uniformed services

L3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma / Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services Level

3

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths or English or a Level 2 qualification in Public Services. A reasonable level of physical fitness and a willingness to learn the self-discipline of public service work.

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

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What do I need?

The Access to HE Diploma in Policing is a Level 3 qualifications that has been developed in collaboration with the Metropolitan Police Service.

The Met Police are keen to remove any barriers to entering the service and believe this Access to HE Diploma will provide applicants from diverse backgrounds across London with a new pathway into Policing entry programmes such as the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship.2 Who is the qualification for?

● Adults who, because of social, educational

or individual circumstances, were unable to participate in or benefit from initial education. ● Adults from groups under-represented in higher education. ● Adults seeking a change of direction because of unemployment or lack of career opportunities in their previous field and who have a demonstrable interest in entering a Policing career.

What will I learn? ● Evidence based policing ● Conflict management within policing ● Police ethics and values ● The criminal justice system and victim care ● Principles of conducting a police investigation

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Councils are some of the largest employers in Hertfordshire and deliver a huge range of services to local communities. The responsibility for helping and protecting people, shaping and maintaining the environment and supporting local businesses and jobs is a fundamental part of the role of councils.

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HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL is the uppertier local authority for Hertfordshire. It is responsible for providing a host of vital public services across the whole of the county including education, housing needs, social care, trading standards, leisure and parks, community safety, libraries, highways and more.

There are ten district and borough councils in Hertfordshire, which cover a smaller area than the county council. They are responsible for delivering vital services POLICE OFFICER on a more local level including bin collection, recycling, council tax collection, housing, planning applications, PUBLIC TRANSPORT OFFICER leisure services, environmental health and more. The local councils include: FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER • BROXBOURNE BOROUGH COUNCIL • DACORUM BOROUGH COUNCIL ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER • EAST HERTFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL • HERTSMERE BOROUGH COUNCIL ACCOUNTANT • NORTH HERTFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL • ST ALBANS CITY AND DISTRICT COUNCIL WORK AND EMPLOYMENT COACH • STEVENAGE BOROUGH COUNCIL ANGING • THREE RIVERS DISTRICT COUNCIL CH E AR S BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR COUNCIL EY WORK, • WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL THE WAY TH IT AN • WELWYN HATFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL CHILD THERAPIST WHICH MAKES E TO EXCITING TIM AS AN JOIN THEM EMPLOYEE.

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DON’T FORGET Local government offers a wide range of roles including…

ACCOUNTING, ENGINEERING, TOWN PLANNING, AND SERVICES TO EDUCATION

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EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE INDUSTRY IN HERTFORDSHIRE

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What will I learn? ● Citizenship and diversity ● Behaviour and discipline in the uniformed protective services ● Physical preparation, health and wellbeing ● Teamwork, leadership and communication in the uniformed protective services ● Government and the protective services ● Planning for and responding to emergency incidents ● Custodial care ● Police powers and the law ● Global affairs, the media and the uniformed protective services

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Public Services

Nineteen Oaklands College students took a trip to the Houses of Parliament on one of the most historic weeks in modern political history – the day Prime Minister Liz Truss resigned from office after only 50 days, making her the shortest-serving Prime Minister in the history of the UK. The Level 3 National Extended Diploma students met and enjoyed a Q&A session with St Albans MP Daisy Cooper.

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Student Ruby Curtis said: It was exciting to meet Daisy Cooper, getting to know what she does and her impact in decisions made for the community. The trip helped me understand modules of my course to a further extent.

The students had an amazing experience, packed full of insights and inspiration,” said Claire Dolan, Deputy Principal. “And how lucky they were to visit in such a momentous week!”

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Sport

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25 Sport

Sport Oaklands College has an international reputation for its sports courses.

We have extremely extensive grounds to accommodate good quality playing fields and pitches, as well as purpose-built indoor sports facilities. Our former students have gone on to careers ranging from personal training to competing at top level in their chosen sports.

Our sports specialisms include football, basketball, netball, athletics, hockey, cycling, rugby, and personal training. Our 16-18 sports provision, includes Oaklands Wolves, which has put the college on the map with its specialist provision, drawing students from across the UK and abroad.

Partners include Arsenal Football Club and Saracens Rugby Club.

We cater for adults and school leavers who wish to combine sport with another subject. Our adult offering ranges from gym instruction to sports massage.

Students can progress into the sports world in a competitive or supportive role, go to university or progress into a non-sporting career with a strong grounding for future sport participation in their spare time.

Level

1

Level

2

Level

3

● Personal Trainer

Level

2

● Coach ● Leisure Centre Manager ● Fitness Instructor

Level

3

● Outdoor Activities Co-ordinator ● Performance Analyst

L1 BTEC Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies – Sport

Progress into employment

L2 OCR Technical Diploma in Sport L3 National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Sport, Fitness and Personal Training L3 National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development L3 National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science L3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sport and Business

Progress on to University

Adult Courses

I want to be...

● Sports Therapist

How do I get there?

Fantastic Facilities

L2 VTCT Certificate in Gym Instruction L2 VTCT in Exercise to Music L3 VTCT Certificate in Personal Training L3 VTCT Diploma in Sports Massage

Progress within employment

Our sports facilities include a fitness gym, state-of-the-art sports hall, physio room, two full-size floodlit synthetic pitches and a new 3G pitch as well as traditional grass pitches.

For more information on our Sport courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/courses/sports-studies

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L3 National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Sport, Fitness and Personal Training

L1 BTEC Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies – Sport Level

1

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

3

What do I need?

No formal entry requirements.

What will I learn? ● Develop a personal progression plan ● Keeping active and healthy ● Gain coaching skills in sport ● Research, plan and deliver a sports event ● Leadership and teamwork

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

Level

3

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Maths, English and Science.

What will I learn?

What will I learn? ● Applied research methods ● Applied sport and exercise psychology ● Coaching for performance and fitness ● Field and Laboratory-based fitness testing ● Functional anatomy ● Nutrition for sport and exercise performance ● Sport and exercise physiology ● Biomechanics in sport and exercise science ● Specialised fitness training ● Sports injury and assessment ● Sports massage

● Explore careers in the industry ● Health, wellbeing, and sport ● Fitness skills development

● Functional sports massage techniques

● Understanding nutrition for physical performance

Level

● Challenging ethical and current issues in sport

2

Full Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including Maths and English.

What will I learn? ● Practical sport and anatomy for sport performance ● Psychology for sport performance ● Performance and fitness testing ● Training

L3 National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development Level

3

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

3

Full Time 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths and English.

These courses offer a part-time alternative qualification suitable for adult learners (age 19+), who wish to qualify as fitness trainers or existing fitness trainers who want to expand their skillset.

L2 VTCT Certificate in Gym Instruction Level

2

Part Time 15 Weeks St Albans

What do I need?

No prior Qualifications.

What will I learn?

Blended learning course. A combination of distance learning and on-campus. ● Anatomy and physiology for exercise and fitness professionals ● Professional practice for exercise and fitness professionals ● Exercise, fitness and lifestyle consultation and management ● Planning and instructing gym-based exercise programmes What can I do next?

On completion of this course, successful students can work as a fitness instructor within a gym and progress into a variety of industry job roles including the Personal Training Course.

What will I learn? ● Personal and Business Finance ● Developing a Marketing Campaign ● Managing an Event ● Careers in the Sport and Active Leisure Industry ● Health, Wellbeing and Sport ● Self-employment in Sport ● Physical Activity The course is timetabled to work with our in-house sports academies training schedule so that you can combine your studies with your pursuit of excellence within your own sporting discipline.

Did You Know?

You can choose to study an A Level in Biology or Psychology alongside the L3 Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science.

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L3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sport and Business Level

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Maths and English, or a Level 2 qualification in Sport.

What will I learn? ● Explore careers in sport and leisure ● Understand health, wellbeing, and sport ● Develop your coaching skills ● Self-employment in sport and physical activity ● Nutrition and psychology ● Opportunity to gain coaching badges ● Fitness training

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Full Time 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Maths and English, or a Level 2 qualification in Sport. ● Personal trainer skills development

L2 OCR Technical Diploma in Sport

L3 National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science

Sport

Adult courses Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Sport

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Sport Adult courses Hair & Beauty

L3 VTCT Diploma in Sports Massage

L2 VTCT in Exercise to Music Level

2

Sport

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Part Time 15 Weeks St Albans

Level

3

What do I need?

Initial maths and English assessment.

What will I learn?

Blended learning course. A combination of distance learning and on-campus. ● Anatomy and physiology for exercise and fitness professionals ● Professional practice for exercise and fitness professionals ● Exercise, fitness and lifestyle consultation and management ● Planning and instructing group exercise to music What can I do next?

On completion of this course, successful students become group exercise instructors and progress into a variety of industry job roles and onto level 3 Courses.

Part Time 15 Weeks St Albans

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What do I need?

No prior qualifications are needed, although, level 2 Anatomy and Physiology is an asset.

What will I learn?

Blended learning course. A combination of distance learning and on-campus. ● Sports massage therapist skills development ● Explore careers in the industry ● Anatomy and physiology ● Principles of soft tissue disfunction ● Sports massage treatments ● Professional practice in sports massage ● Principles in health and fitness What can I do next?

On completion of this course, successful students can become a self-employed Sports Massage Therapist and progress into a variety of industry job roles.

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What can I do next?

On completion of this course, successful students become self-employed personal trainers and progress into a variety of industry job roles.

SPORTS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

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ENCOURAGING PEOPLE TO KEEP FIT AND PRIORITISE THEIR PHYSICAL AND MENTAL WELLBEING.

SPORT SPECIFIC AND MULTI-SPORTS COACH

DON’T FORGET

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES INSTRUCTOR

The industry needs a wide range of non sports and leisure roles such as…

PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE

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Our sports staff include international athletes, Olympians, elite level national and international coaches as well as semi-professional and former professional footballers.

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EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE INDUSTRY IN HERTFORDSHIRE

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What will I learn?

Blended learning course. A combination of distance learning and on-campus. ● Personal trainer skills development ● Explore careers in the industry ● Health, wellbeing and sport ● Fitness skills development ● Functional sports massage techniques ● Understanding nutrition for physical performance ● Challenging ethical and current issues in sport

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Working in Sport and physical activity means keeping the population healthy and active not only physically but also mentally.

You will be able to take your current passion or interest in sport and wellbeing and pass it on to people you meet whilst working in the sector.

The sports and leisure industry covers a wide range of areas with jobs in sectors such as sport, health and fitness as well as recreation and entertainment. Hertfordshire is home to two Football League clubs and there are over 2,500 grassroots sports clubs that require full-time/part-time staff and volunteers.

Part Time 15 Weeks St Albans

What do I need?

Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification.

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Introduction

to T-levels

The qualifications offered by Oaklands College aim to give students a distinct advantage in entering the labour market. Teaching and learning ensures that students are well prepared for continuing onto the next level of study and training or into employment. We strive to allow an Oaklands College student to stand out in an application, an interview, a pitch to a selection panel and to create a network of contacts. T-Level qualifications build on our relationships with industry and employers, and our success in enabling students to progress into employment and start their careers.

T-levels are 2-year qualifications which are taken after GCSEs and are equivalent to 3 A Levels.

Launched in September 2020, these courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and education providers so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares students for entry into skilled employment, an apprenticeship or university.

The qualifications provide students with practical and knowledge-based learning at college and on-the-job experience through an industry placement of at least 315 hours – approximately 45 days.

What are T-levels?

New, two-year technical education courses for 16–19-year-olds that will follow GCSEs. Developed in collaboration with employers, so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares students for work.

The course includes a mixture of classroom learning (80%) and ‘on-the-job’ experience (20%) during an industry placement of a minimum of 45 days.

Qualifications comprise a core component and one or more occupational specialisms.

Progression options include skilled employment, further study or a higher apprenticeship (T-levels attract UCAS points).

More rigorous and substantial than most existing technical qualifications, with longer teaching time - one T-level is comparable in size to 3 A Levels.

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A Levels EQUIVALENT

T-levels

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INDUSTRY PLACEMENT

80% CLASSROOM, 20% WORK

EQUIVALENT TO 3 A LEVELS

45-DAY INDUSTRY PLACEMENT

T-level students spend 80% of the course in their learning environment, gaining the skills that employers need. The other 20% is a meaningful industry placement, where they put these skills into action.

T-levels are an alternative to A Levels, apprenticeships and other 16 to 19 courses. Equivalent in size to 3 A Levels, a T-level focuses on vocational skills and can help students into skilled employment, higher study or apprenticeships.

Each T-level includes an indepth industry placement that lasts at least 45 days. Students get valuable experience in the workplace; employers get early sight of the new talent in their industry.

We offer the following T-level routes with individual pathways: Agriculture, Environmental and Animal Care Business and Administration route Construction and the Built Environment

Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction Digital (NCFE) Education and Childcare route

Engineering and Manufacturing route Health and Science Legal, Finance and Accounting (Pearsons)

For further details about these courses, please refer to the relevant subject section of this guide or visit our website.

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#GETCAREERREADY!

Growth sector You will never be stuck for things to do in Hertfordshire, from stunning stately homes, wild days out, cultural escapes and magical memories - Hertfordshire is the perfect place for leisure. w

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RISM U O T D N A Y INDUSTRY HOSPITALIT

Hertfordshire’s visitor economy topped £2.4 billion for the first time ever in 2019, with 29 million visitors welcomed to the county throughout the year. The sector is recovering from the aftermath of COVID-19, and adapting and innovating in exciting ways as a result.

71,000 EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE INDUSTRY IN HERTFORDSHIRE

IS THIS THE INDUSTRY FOR YOU? Hospitality and tourism could be for you if…

YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT PROVIDING WORLD CLASS SERVICE TO CUSTOMERS.

CHEF

KITCHEN ASSISTANT

BARTENDER TRAVEL AGENT

SUMMER CAMP LEADER

EVENT PLANNER

BROUGHT TO YOU BY

LANDSCAPE GARDENER

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DISCOVER SOME OF THE AMAZING EMPLOYERS ON YOUR DOORSTEP...

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HANBURY MANOR (Ware) is a Marriott Hotel & Country Club set in a Jacobean-style manor house amid 200 acres of beautiful countryside.

4 TEWINBURY FARM (Welwyn) offers restaurants, rooms and events spaces on its 700-acre estate, which was once a dairy farm in 1931.

TOUR GUIDE

HOTEL MANAGER

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3 HARRY POTTER STUDIO TOUR (Leavesden) showcases many of the iconic sets, props and costumes that were created especially for the film series, which was created right here in Hertfordshire at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden.

BARISTA

The industry needs a wide range of non hospitality and tourism roles such as

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2 HATFIELD HOUSE (Hatfield) provides a beautiful and inspiring setting for meetings, conferences, events, celebrations and dining. It is also often used as a filming location!

WAIT STAFF

DON’T FORGET FINANCE, BUSINESS ADMIN, HR, LEGAL

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SOME OF THE MOST NEEDED HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM ROLES IN HERTFORDSHIRE

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DID YOU KNOW?

RE THAN THERE ARE MO WITHIN 350 HOTELS THE COUNTY.

5 OAKMAN INNS (Berkhamsted) launched its first pub in 2007 with a simple vision: to create the perfect environment to enjoy great food and drink whilst catching up with your loved ones.

WWW.HOPINTO.CO.UK

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Our Travel & Tourism courses provide you with in-depth knowledge of this growing industry allowing you to take the next steps in your travel and tourism career.

You will get the chance to undertake work experience placements to get first hand knowledge of working in the industry. In the past, our students have worked with companies such as hotel and country club Hanbury Manor and Virgin Holidays.

You will also learn from professionals already working in the industry, with guest speakers from leading companies such as British Airways visiting the college.

Terrific Trips

I want to be...

Previous trips have included a cruise visiting Genoa, Rome and Monaco with excursions to Cannes and Nice.

● Holiday Representative ● Tour Guide ● Chalet Host ● Travel Agent

Level

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Level

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Excursions were fully costed and risk assessed by the students, helping to develop their skills in budgeting, research and managing group activities.

● Visitor Attraction Staff

Progress into employment

How do I get there?

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L2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism

L3 National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism

Progress on to University

A uniform is required for these courses.

More information on this will be available on application.

Did you know?

Second year Level 3 students have the opportunity to gain an Introduction to Cabin Crew qualification specifically designed for those wishing to work as cabin crew.

● Tour Operator ● Cabin Crew

Student Success Former L3 Extended Diploma student, Kira Wakeham set up her own business as a tour guide in South Africa - KW African Tours and Safari.

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To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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L3 National Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism

L2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism Level

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Full Time 1 Year St Albans

Level

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What do I need?

Three GCSEs at Grade D/3 or above, related work experience or a relevant Level 1 course.

What will I learn? ● The UK travel and tourism sector ● UK travel and tourism destinations ● International travel and tourism destinations ● Factors affecting worldwide travel and tourism ● Travel and tourism business environments ● Organising a travel and tourism study visit ● Visitor attractions ● Airports and airlines ● Holiday representative ● Travel agency operation ● Hospitality

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Full Time 2 Years St Albans

What do I need?

Four GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including English or a Level 2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism.

What will I learn?

● Passenger Transport ● Global Destinations

● The airport experience

● Researching current travel and tourism trends

and issues

● Managing accommodation services ● Principals of Marketing

● The UK as a destination ● Visitor attractions

● Travel and tourism enterprise

● Managing the customer experience ● Cruise

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Athletics Academy As part of the Oaklands Wolves Athletics Academy, you will receive expert coaching and support services, specific to your individual development and ability. Athletes can choose to study from a wide range of courses, but choices may be limited due to timetabling and training commitments.

The academy operates a unique three-tier system, to create a platform for athletes to achieve their full potential:

PODIUM

PERFORMANCE

Athletes will generally have achieved a top 30 Power of 10 ranking, competed at English Schools or have achieved the times outlined in the Athlete Selection Criteria.

Podium athletes will receive access to: ● Sports osteopathy ● Sports therapy ● Strength and conditioning ● Psychology ● Lifestyle analysis ● Nutritionist ● Biomechanical analysis ● Event coaching ● Residential accommodation if required

Athletes will generally have achieved a top 50 Power of 10 ranking, competed at English Schools level or achieved the times outlined in the Athlete Selection Criteria.

Performance athletes will receive access to: ● Sports osteopathy ● Sports therapy ● Strength and conditioning ● Event coaching

Athletes who have been through this level on our structure have achieved International Representation and World Medals.

Ryan has an extensive educational and coaching background spanning over 20 years. With Sports Science and Teaching Degrees, Ryan draws on evidencebased practices to enhance athlete understanding and execution of learned skills. Ryan is also a qualified Sports Therapist and UKSCA accredited coach.

Since his time at Oaklands he has either personally coached or guided other coaches to help the college achieve 38 international honours at World, European and Commonwealth Junior levels and has also coached athletes to the same competitions at the Senior level.

POTENTIAL Athletes placed in our Potential Team will generally have some experience of athletics and have competed before, however newcomers are welcomed.

Potential athletes will receive access to: ● Sports therapy ● Strength and conditioning ● Event coaching

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Jake Awe Jake is a Sprints and Technical Event Coach and has been coaching for 6 years at levels varying from club to international. He has worked with Great Britain representatives, English schools’ champions, and national medallists across a range of events.

His mission is to give every athlete the chance to achieve their full potential, no matter what the level or experience.

Oaklands student Jeriel Quainoo was 2020 European Junior finalist and 4x100 Gold medalist.

Mia McIntosh U18 European 100m Hurdles Champion 2022

For further information please email: athletes@oaklands.ac.uk

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Ryan Freckleton

Athletes who have progressed through this level have developed and progressed to achieve International Representation.

Advancements in ability are continually assessed allowing for progression as required.

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Basketball Academy Oaklands Basketball Academy in conjunction with Basketball England offers the opportunity for basketball players to combine their academic studies with an elite basketball environment.

Our internal player pathway enables us to deliver performance programmes at every stage of basketball development from club through to National Team level. Competing in NBL D2 Men, WBBL, the EABL and WEABL, as well as national schools and AOC competitions, we have a team for every player as they progress through every level.

As an accredited England Development Programme delivering the Diploma in Sporting Excellence (D.I.S.E), we also work with local sixth forms to enable student athletes to reach their academic and sporting goals.

in conjunction with Basketball England

Our student athletes will benefit from:

● Integrated education and basketball timetable

● Player-centered coaching from international level

coaches

● College teams including EABL, WEABL, AOC and

National Schools.

● Women’s professional WBBL franchise ● Division 2 Men franchise

● National Team 2 Court Sports Hall

● Potential progression to UK and International

playing opportunities, including US colleges.

● Partnership with Scholarships

● Coaching development pathways

What do I need? ● Commitment, a huge passion for basketball and a strong desire to improve ● Basketball ability to be assessed through a trial ● The correct grades for your chosen academic course What will I learn?

The programmes are focused on maximising your basketball potential.

Players can also gain further qualifications in basketball coaching, refereeing and officiating from our Academy development programme.

Lee Ryan Head of Performance and BBLW Head Coach Lee is well regarded as one of the leading coaches in the UK with over 20 years coaching experience and has been integral to the rise of the Oaklands Basketball organisation by putting it on the national stage.

Coach Ryan adds a wealth of domestic and international coaching experience, including more than 7 years with the National Teams program through the 2012 Olympic cycle and beyond. Coach Ryan has overseen winning programs at all levels from County, Regional and National throughout his career.

Coach Ryan has led Oaklands Wolves to numerous national titles; winning with our Senior Women, U18 Men and U18 Women since his arrival to Oaklands College in 2011. In 2022 he led the EABL program to become South League champions, the first in the program’s history.

This season Coach Ryan returns to lead the British Basketball Leagues professional women’s program, something he helped to establish back in 2017.

Well renowned for his individual player development system at Oaklands; he continues to oversee the development of all Oaklands coaches whilst also leading up the recruitment and progression of all performance athletes that have gone onto the National, International and Professional basketball stage around the world.

For further information please email: basketballacademy@oaklands.ac.uk @oaklandsball @oaklandsball

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Cycling Academy

Freeride Academy MTB Trail, Dirt Jump, BMX Race, Enduro and Downhill.

Entering its seventh year, our Cycling Academy continues to break new ground with a fully-fledged freeride academy which is now a year old running alongside our very successful endurance academy.

Both are the first of their kind in the UK and our freeride academy has already produced a junior national champion (BMX) and elite national series winner (pump track) in their first year. Our endurance academy now has an enviable history of producing national champions and progressing riders to the Great Britain Cycling Team.

The academy provides the chance for talented and aspiring riders to progress from the youth ranks right the way through being a competitive junior and into the senior ranks. The aim is simple: To help every rider develop their physiological capacity and racing brain to become the best rider they can be without ever falling out of love with the sport.

Our successes come through a strong team ethic within the training group which trains together every day. Alongside this is a full physiotherapy and strength and conditioning program run by our dedicated cycling specific Physio and Strength and Conditioning Lead. Both sides of the academy maximise the use of local facilities.

The freeride academy spends lots of time on our local trails and dirt jumps as well as being key users of the St Albans cycle hub with its asphalt pump track and dirt jump lines. Swinley Forest, Chicksands and Woburn Sands are also used. The endurance academy lives in the lane’s hills and trails of Hertfordshire as well as Gosling stadium Velodrome and Redbridge Cycling Centre which is a key partner of the academy.

Riders can continue to race for their own club or team whilst training with the academy.

Programme Structure The academy allows riders to train and study an appropriate post 16 qualification by dedicating half of every day to training. The whole of Wednesday is given over to a long morning ride followed by an afternoon of physio appointments and ‘Cycling Theory’ which combines tactical and technical lessons on subjects such as race craft, nutrition and the history of the sport, as well as allowing for guest speakers and race video analysis. The other half of the week is taken up with academic studies.

Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) Riders can apply to study and train with us as a DiSE Cyclist and gain another full qualification.

Run in partnership with British Cycling.

Search ‘British Cycling DiSE’

Road, Track, Track Sprint, Cyclo-Cross, MTB XC

Want to cycle more casually?

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Endurance Academy

Progress and Opportunities With strong links with European and UK domestic teams we provide the perfect stepping-stone for those good enough to turn professional. The programme also forms the first half of the East of England Cycling Academy Pathway (EECAP) run in partnership with Writtle University College in Essex which has a Cycling Degree course and progressive training environment for riders aged 18+.

For an informal chat about the course email: cycling@oaklands.ac.uk

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Any Oaklands Student with a bicycle and helmet can join our Wednesday afternoon ‘Pump Track Group’ for casual rides down to the brand new Sopwell Cycling Hub for relaxed riding and helpful coaching.

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Just email:

cycling@oaklands.ac.uk

to find out more

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Hockey Academy Oaklands Wolves Hockey Academy has been established since 2017 and allows talented young hockey players to combine outstanding hockey coaching and training with their education and potential residential provision.

We are still the only Hockey Academy with Residential accommodation in the UK with a National League club on site. Oaklands students get opportunities to complete work experience, coaching or umpiring in a learning environment.

Participation in our Hockey Academy is open to all students who are interested in improving their Hockey skills and abilities, while gaining further academic qualifications by studying on a variety of academic programmes. The Hockey Academy is one of the only academies which allows you access to almost any course delivered at our St Albans Campus and most courses at Welwyn Garden City Campus.

What will I learn?

Each student’s hockey coaching and training programme will be managed individually, enabling you to maximise your academic and hockey playing potential. The programme enables you to combine daily Hockey coaching sessions with your academic studies. The player focused programme will encourage you to improve as an individual and as a team player, to develop your game knowledge, opportunities to go to England college trials, compete against other colleges, improve your understanding, and complete an appropriate academic course of study.

What do I need? ● Hockey knowledge from school, club, county, or elite level. ● The required number of GCSEs or equivalent qualifications for the relevant academic course. ● Willingness to learn, successful assessment / trial and interview.

Olivia Richardson Studied sports & exercise science course whilst on the Hockey Academy program, represented England colleges & England hockey Talent Academy. Plays her hockey at Southgate Performance Squad.

Coach

Simon Archer Simon has cached Hockey for over 12 years, coaching both goalkeepers and outfield players with specialist one to one training and small group training sessions.

Simon was recently appointed Head Coach of Wales Masters Ladies. As well as coaching players to England Hockey level, his career highlights date back to 2014 where he played in New Zealand, working with St Bede’s College. Simon has played at both National League and Premier League in both the UK and New Zealand.

An Ambassador for STX Field Hockey, Simon founded the Oaklands Wolves Hockey Academy and has invaluable experience has helped produce some talented players to date.

For further information please email: simon.archer@oaklands.ac.uk

Thomas Harvey (Residential student) studied and completed his Sports Coaching & Development, played at Letchworth performance squad, represented England colleges & England hockey Talent Academy. Took an apprenticeship in a secondary school and secured a place at Leeds Beckett university.

Lily Knott Studied Animal Care Management and English GCSE in the 1st year, switched and studied Sports Coaching for 2yrs, represented England Colleges at U19s & U21s and plays women’s 2XI at SAHC. Now at Cardiff University, Playing Cardiff 1XI and coaching their juniors as and when available.

Tom Allen (Residential student) studied sport exercise science, represented England college boys, in his final year represented Wales U18s. Played for St Albans 1XI. Now at the University of Durham.

Callum Burr Studied Sport Coaching and development, represented England U18s ICE Hockey and represented England colleges field hockey boys and played for Welwyn 1XI. Zara Mohammedbhai Studied sports and exercise science plus a level of biology combined with the Hockey Academy.

Represented England colleges girls u18 and plays for St Albans Ladies 3’s.

Archie Knowles (Residential student) Studied Engineering Welwyn campus, plays at Wycombe 1XI & 2XI. Mitch Cusk (Residential student) represented England colleges boys, studied, and completed sports coaching, now studying personal training.

Xavier Stott (Alumni) Xavier came from Warwickshire special education school (EHCP), he studied sports coaching and development and got distinctions in all assignments. He played for Oxford performance squad in the National League and now off to continue his coaching course & play at Cardiff Metropolitan University.

John Bennett (Residential student) represented Wales U16s & U18s Futures cup, studied BTEC business. Now at Cardiff University continue to study further business and has been picked to play Wales U21s, Played for St Albans 1XI.

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Karate Academy The Oaklands Karate Academy welcomes students from all backgrounds and proficiency levels, whether they are beginners or experienced practitioners.

The programme provides a range of pathways to cater to individual goals and aspirations, or to pursue a professional career in martial arts.

The curriculum combines rigorous physical training (strength and conditioning, plyometrics, speed and endurance), sport science, technical instruction, and theoretical knowledge, providing a comprehensive understanding of Kumite in this martial art. You will benefit from the unrivalled guidance of a world-class instructor, state-ofthe-art training facilities, access to cutting-edge equipment, and a supportive community of fellow martial arts enthusiasts.

Kumite Karate sessions will be delivered weekly as part of the study programme.

What will I learn?

Through dedicated practice and structured learning, students will develop their physical fitness, discipline, self-confidence, fighting intelligence and leadership skills.

What do I need?

Don’t worry if you are just a beginner, as this Academy is for everyone! Whether you are just getting started or are already experienced in the sport, the Karate Academy is for you. At Oaklands College we encourage students to widen their skillset and push themselves which we strongly believe they can do through Karate. All new students who are studying a range of academic courses including business and A levels can enrol on Karate.

For an informal chat about the course email: ryan.freckleton@oaklands.ac.uk @oaklandswolves

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Men’s Football Academy

Could you be next?

Previously also known as St Albans Football Academy (SAFA) is one of the most successful and longest running college programmes in the UK. Established back in 2004 the academy has won numerous competitions and produced an abundance of players; many of whom have progressed into non-league, national squads and professional football.

We have produced 4 professional players in 3 consecutive years.

Will you be next?

The academy operates a 3 team/tier development pathway:

Steve Castle

U17s (Cat 3) ● Aimed for players of all abilities with a desire for

improving & progressing

● Level 2 Qualified Coach

● Collective Physio and Strength & Conditioning ● Progression into the U19s

U19s (Cat 2) ● Aimed for players who have played county level

or been with us for at least 1 year

● UEFA B Qualified Coach

What will I learn?

You can choose from a broad range of academic courses alongside the football academy, including BTECs in Sports and Business, A Levels, and trade courses such as plumbing and carpentry.

● American Scholarships

● Progression into the Elites

Elites (Cat 1 – highest level of college football) ● Aimed for Elite players who have played semi-

pro level or have been released by academies ● UEFA A Qualified Coach ● Individual Physio and Strength & Conditioning ● American Scholarships ● English Schools & Colleges Trials ● Semi-Pro & Professional Pathways

Mamadou Jobe signed for Cambridge in 2020

Jaden Ogwuazor signed for Stevenage in 2021

Progress and opportunities Vast majority of our students continue their education at university or go straight into employment. The academy offers an internship helping those interested in football coaching gain further qualifications and experience in the field.

What to expect ● Full-time education and training programme ● Experienced FA Licensed coaches ● Identical experience of a Professional Scholar ● Fully Qualified Physiotherapists and S&C staff ● High demand on progression and development

● Collective Physio and Strength & Conditioning

How Can I Join?

You must register your interest and trial for the academy. See details below.

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Spyros Mentis

Gus Scott-Morriss signed for Southend in 2022

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Academy founder Steve Castle has over 600 Football League appearances. Having retired from the sport, he completed his UEFA A License and started working for local professional and semi-professional clubs whilst acting as a scout for England’s U19’s. Steve is currently the first Team Manager at Royston Town FC and oversees the development of all players at Oaklands Wolves Football Academy. Steve boasts a footballing CV working alongside the likes of Glenn Hoddle, Tony Pulis and Kevin Nugent.

Deivi Kreka (center) signed for Aldershot in 2022

For further information and to register your interest, please email: wolvesfootball@oaklands.ac.uk or call us on: 07785 612175 @oaklandsfootie

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Assistant Head Football Academy A former Oaklands Wolves Football Academy student, Spyros went on to the University of Hertfordshire to study Sports Studies after his completion of the BTEC Level 3 Sport & Exercise Science at Oaklands. Spyros made his First Team debut for St Albans City FC under Steve Castle at the age of 16 and is currently playing for Castle’s Royston Town. He had been at Oaklands for 10 years and is very proud of how the academy has developed through the years and is very excited to see how far the academy can progress in the future.

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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In conjunction with the RFU

Men’s Rugby Programme Since 2006 the Oaklands Rugby Academy Programme has given aspiring young student rugby players the chance to pursue their dream of becoming a professional rugby player. A formal link with Saracens Rugby Club provides young rugby players with a fantastic opportunity to access first class coaching and expertise throughout a working week purposefully scheduled around rugby.

Students can choose from a broad range of full-time academic courses alongside the rugby programme, including BTECs in Sport and Business and trade courses such as plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.

The rugby academy programme has developed an excellent reputation for developing young rugby players. Our First XV competes in the National ACE League Competition, England’s premier competition for college rugby, whilst the College Development XV team competes against other suitable schools and colleges.

What do I need? ● Commitment – a huge passion for rugby and a strong desire to improve. ● Rugby ability – to be assessed through a trial. ● The correct grades for your chosen academic course.

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What will I learn?

Academic content will depend on the course you apply for. The rugby elements of the programme aim to improve core and position specific skills, game understanding and physical development, propelling players to progress to the highest level of rugby their potential allows.

Potential careers After college many students continue their education at university in the UK or abroad. Some graduates choose to go into employment or other forms of further education or training such as personal training or manual trade courses and apprenticeships.

Some elite players have been fortunate enough to receive contracts at Saracens or other professional clubs on graduating from the programme, whilst many graduates will continue to play rugby at either amateur level or semi-professional level within the regional and national leagues.

Chris Waring Chris has been the Head Coach at the Oaklands Wolves Rugby Academy since 2015, formerly Head Coach Roachford Hundred RFC and previously Westcliff RFC both in L&SE Premier Division. Formerly a player at the Saracens Academy, London Welsh RFC an Southend RFC, Chris has a wealth of playing and coaching experience.

Nick Tompkins Nick Tompkins is a former Oaklands student and Wolves rugby academy athlete. Now a rugby union player who plays at centre for English Premiership club Saracens and In January 2020, Tompkins was selected for the senior Wales 2020 Six Nations squad.

Sam Towsend Sam has played and coached rugby in a variety of clubs and schools across the world, and is currently the Head Coach at Camelot RFC in Hemel Hempstead. Sam is also the Director of Rugby for Hertfordshire Men’s Rugby and leads on the coaching at U17-18 level and coaches with the London & South-East Divisional U18 team. A key part of Sam’s role at Oaklands is to support players transitioning from the Development Squad to the Performance Squad preparing players for ACE Rugby.

For more information on the rugby academy programme please visit: www.oaklandswolves.com @oaklandsmensrugby

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Working together and complementing Club, County and Franchise Netball Programme Delivery.

Oaklands College Netball Excellence Academy provides purposeful daily training, AOC Fixtures, Strength and Conditioning Sessions and Physiotherapy Support to all Netballers who wish to add value to their Netball journey.

Our Excellence Academy provides the opportunity for players at all levels to improve their netball skills alongside their studies.

The Netball Excellence Programme can fit with many courses and in particular Sports and Public Services, but other courses are most certainly not excluded. We can provide positive netball improvement around all courses, even ones where you are unable to commit to daily training due to timetable clashes should that occur. We make every endeavour to ensure a good academic and athletic programme works for you.

What will I learn?

The Oaklands Netball programme is suitable for ● Participation Athletes - Netballers who want to have fun and improve ● Performance Athletes - Netballers in Clubs who are committed to being the best they can be ● Elite Athletes - Netballers in Franchise/ International Pathways

We will modify your training programme accordingly.

Oaklands Academy provides an opportunity to play in the highest Colleges Netball League in the South and potentially attend College National Finals (the same format as National Schools, National Clubs and BUCS) should we win at the East Region Colleges Tournament.

Oaklands College Netball won this competition in 2022 and 2023 and attended National Colleges Finals in Nottingham, placing 7th in 2022 and 5th in 2023.

In addition, for Elite Athletes, there is the opportunity to trial for the English Colleges Representative side who, if selected, play fixtures against Scottish, Irish and Welsh representative College sides.

Oaklands Wolves Netball Excellence Academy have had successful student athletes represent here too.

Our Netball Academy is open to all student athletes who are interested in improving their netball skills, abilities and knowledge while gaining further academic qualifications by studying on a variety of available courses.

What do I need?

Oaklands Wolves Netball Excellence Academy complements your netball that is played outside of the College environment. It does not have an impact on your participation outside of college, other than to assist your development and improve your netball abilities at whatever level you are at.

Participation, Club, Franchise or International.

Joy Porter Joy has coached Netball for 25 years after becoming a PE Teacher with a special interest in Netball and Basketball. In earlier years she was a coach on Herts County Talented Athlete Development programme and has delivered numerous workshops and coaching sessions in this environment.

Joy also led the University of Hertfordshire Netball programme for 6 years. As Lead Senior Club Coach, she delivers weekly sessions for talented athletes in East Region 1 and 2 leagues. At club level she has grown participation from one senior team to 14 senior teams that play across local league, Herts County League and East Region League as well as for junior teams across each age range. Joy delivers guest junior elite sessions for club too. Joy has been involved from the beginning of the Oaklands Netball Academy Provision which was established in 2012 and has supported Elite and Participation Netballers to develop their Netball skill whilst gaining qualifications.

● Netball knowledge from School, Club, County or

Elite level.

● The required number of GCSEs or equivalent

qualifications for the relevant academic course.

● Commitment and determination to improve your

netball performance.

For further information please email: netball@oaklands.ac.uk @oaklandsnetbal1 @oaklandswolvesnetball

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Saracens Women U18 Academy The Saracens Women’s Academy provides a clear pathway for aspiring young players with the ambition to play at the elite end of the game. This programme is designed for 16–19-year-olds, providing ambitious players with a fantastic opportunity to be in a full-time elite performance environment alongside their education.

Students can choose from a broad range of full-time academic courses alongside the rugby programme, including A-Levels, BTECs, trade and vocational courses.

What do I need? ● Commitment – a huge passion for rugby and a strong desire to improve. ● Rugby ability – to be assessed through a trial.

Players are expected to be of DPP standard and above. ● The correct grades for your chosen academic course.

What will I learn?

Academic content will depend on the course you apply for. Rugby sessions will focus on core and positional skills, rugby education and physical development, taking advantage of the other support services on offer such as medical provision, strength and conditioning and performance analysis.

Potential Careers After college many students continue their education at university in the UK or abroad. Some graduates choose to go into employment or other forms of further education or training such as personal training or manual trade courses and apprenticeships.

Coach

Niamh McHugh Saracens Women Pathway Lead Niamh joined Saracens in 2022, having previously worked for Loughborough University and Loughborough Lightning in their respective university and pathway teams. Now leading the Women’s Pathway at Saracens, which encompasses the Academy and Centre of Excellence, Niamh is passionate about developing the next generation of Saracens players who will populate the senior and national team for years to come. Outside of this role, she is also the Forward and Defensive lead for the OA Saints Senior Ladies squad who compete in Championship South.

For further information on the women’s rugby programme please email: womensplayerpathway@saracens.net @saracenswomen

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Women’s Football Academy The Oaklands Women’s Football Academy is run in conjunction with Arsenal Women FC, leaders in developing female football talent. The Academy provides all students/players with the unique opportunity to develop their football as well as continuing with their education and aims to prepare female footballers for the next step in their football journey and fulfil their potential both on and off the pitch.

The Academy Development Pathway forms three levels:

Oaklands - AWFC Elite Oaklands AWFC elite college team compete within the National Football Youth League. This squad is aimed at players who have experience at a high-level club including RTC/Academy or Player Development Programmes. High performance players from this squad may be offered the opportunity to progress into the Arsenal WFC U21’s squad.

Oaklands - AWFC Performance This programme is aimed at players who wish to experience a full-time football education programme to develop their football ability to the next level. Players will compete within an appropriate League and the English College Cups.

Oaklands - Participation This squad is aimed at players who are early in their football journey. This programme is aimed at players who wish to experience a full-time football education programme to develop their football ability to the next level. Players will compete within an appropriate League and the English College Cups.

Please note we do not hold open trials for our PGA Academy team.

Arsenal Women FC PGA Academy Programme This programme is aimed at elite players that have played at the highest level in the game aged 16 to 20. International experience is desired. Players will compete within the FA PGA Academy League and Cups.

The Oaklands Wolves Sports Academies allow you to continue your education while following your dream of achieving your potential in your chosen sport.

On all Oaklands Wolves Academy Programmes, the academic side of the course is considered paramount, and any student athlete’s participation on the academy programme will require total commitment to their studies alongside their sport.

The individual timetable will allow time to combine both academic and sporting requirements and stretch students to achieve in both areas.

Sporting provision will come in the form of highquality coaching, additional hours of contact time with the coaches compared to many other establishments, alongside strength and conditioning, competitive opportunities, technical and tactical analytics of performance, medical, psychological and nutritional support.

The EASP aims to support athletes whose sporting pathway is not one of our core academy programmes by supporting the holistic development of the athlete. Prime candidates for our EASP pathway are typically engaged with their clubs or national governing bodies NGBs) and seek additional development via strength and conditioning, therapy support and sports science.

Please note that the sport related coaching is not offered in this pathway. Previous athletes in this group have come from badminton, kayaking, tennis, combat sports and golf.

What do I need?

You will be required to attend a trial and an interview, as well as ensuring you obtain the appropriate GCSE grades required for your specific course.

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Emerging Athlete Support Programme (EASP)

Players receive: ● Coaching from experienced FA Licensed staff ● A high-level training programme with Arsenal Women FC Academy Coaches for 3-4 sessions a week ● Individual support and development ● Physiotherapy and individual rehab ● Performance service support across physical, medical, technical and video analysis.

For further information please email: hpaterson@arsenal.co.uk

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Sports Academies

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

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Adult Courses

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Professional Development

Leisure and Interest courses

Our variety of online, distance learning and work-based learning options offer flexibility for you to study where you want, when you want. In some cases, these courses may even be free, subject to eligibility.

Our part-time evening and short courses allow you to develop skills in an informal, friendly, and fun environment.

English Functional Skills

These courses are ideal for people looking to upskill from their current job role, or to stand out to potential employers among other candidates.

Course for work and life

Prefer to study where you want when you want?

We offer a range of fully funded and accredited courses at Level 2 and Level 3 to give the flexibility to gain a valuable qualification in your own time.

Our online courses range from 4 hours to 12 weeks. Choose from ● Business Leadership and Management ● Childcare and Education ● Digital Functional Skills ● Health and Fitness ● Health and Safety ● Health and Social Care ● Wellbeing ● Personal Development and Employability ● Retail and Hospitality ● Sustainability

For more information on our Adult courses, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/adult-courses

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The English Functional Skills course provides you with all the skills required to handle your communication and deal with formal correspondence concisely and clearly using English, allowing you to read and write appropriately.

Maths Functional Skills

The Maths Functional Skills course provides you with all the skills required to deal with numbers in any situation in life. For instance, measure for carpet, split bills in restaurants to make sure you are getting the best deal possible, understanding data, working out interest, and much more.

Work Based Learning

We provide a unique bespoke service to meet the specific requirements of individual companies, giving you the flexibility to study and gain qualifications as you work.

Choose from: ● Early Years Educator ● Equality and Diversity ● Electrotechnical Systems Installation ● Horticulture ● Plumbing and Heating ● Safeguarding and Prevent ● Schools and Colleges Practitioner ● Supporting Teaching and Learning

ESOL Community courses

These entry level 10-week courses (2 hours a week) are for students where English is not their first language. This course is for learners who are 19 years old or over who are just beginning to learn English or need to improve at entry level.

You will develop or continue to develop your skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, allowing you to communicate more confidently in everyday situations.

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Aimed at adults and the wider community, our courses can help you further your career, take up a new hobby or learn a new skill. We offer a range of part-time courses suited to fit around your commitment, which include languages, writing, computing, art and design, personal development, cookery, floristry, sewing and more.

Digital Skills

We can help you improve your knowledge in this fast-moving digital age. We offer computing course for beginners in Microsoft Excel and Word to improve your confidence and intermediate Excel courses to extend your knowledge and enhance your skills for use at work.

Art and Design – short courses

Pick up a new hobby in a relaxed, inclusive environment under the watchful eye of our experienced staff.

There are evening and weekend courses which give you a chance to learn new skills in art and design. Whether you’d like to improve your drawing skills or have a go at making a vase by yourself, we offer a variety of courses to fit around your schedule.

Courses at all levels from beginners through to improvers include: ● Pottery ● Printmaking i.e. paper making and bookmaking ● Sculpture ● Drawing and painting

Introduction to Counselling

We offer an introduction to counselling and active listening skills, where you will learn about the basics of the main modalities of counselling and fundamental principles of therapy to help you on your pathway to becoming a therapist. This course is designed for those with either little, or no, prior knowledge of this area who want to learn more about the different modes of counselling, and improve their listening skills, on a personal and/or professional level.

Cookery

Are you inspired by Master Chef or The Great British Bake Off? Our tempting range of courses will set you on the path to culinary success.

Whether it’s cooking a gourmet dinner, picking up basic cookery skills, or experimenting with some exotic ingredients, we’ve got course to inspire an amateur chef or Bake-Off star in the making.

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Digital Creativity

Our practical hands-on courses cater for all levels from beginners through to improvers in digital photography, helping you to learn how to take creative pictures on your DSLR or Mirrorless/ Bridge camera, and how to edit them using Adobe Photoshop. We will cover all technicalities on how the camera functions – aperture, shutter speed, iso, white balance, depth of field, focal length, plus an overview of historical and contemporary photography.

Floristry

Foreign Languages

Creative Writing

Sign Language

Learn how to create beautiful flower arrangements for your home and special occasions.

From hand-tied bouquets to Christmas wreaths, our courses give you the skills and knowledge to create stunning arrangements with your own personal touch. We offer a variety of floristry courses suitable for all abilities: ● Introduction to Floristry Design ● Wedding Floristry Designs ● Festive Floral Designs ● Make your Own Easter Wreath ● Floristry Designs for Improvers Improve your writing skills! Our courses will show you how you can get ideas for a story and ways in which you can structure your piece.

We can help you explore language creatively and find your own writing voice, whether you plan to write a novel, try your hand at short stories or recording your memoires for future generations.

Beginner courses cover the overview of structure including the six main areas of fiction – characters, dialogue, plot, conflict, background, and emotion.

Improver courses continue developing your skills in creating stories and focus on writing a beginning, middle and end, blogging, writing query letters and entering competitions.

Our tutors will be more than happy to offer you plenty of advice on approaching a publisher or self-publishing.

Fashion

We have a range of language courses to suit all levels.

If you are thinking of travelling abroad for leisure or work or simply want to experience another language, we can support you with communicating and comprehension.

Courses at all levels from beginners through to higher levels in: ● French ● Italian ● German ● Spanish

British Sign Language (BSL) is the most common form of sign language in the UK. Our BSL courses will help give you the skills to communicate with deaf sign language users.

Courses at all levels from beginners through to improvers include: ● Introduction to British Sign Language (Steps2Skills) ● Getting Started with Sign Language ● Signature Level 1 Award in British Sign Language Learners will be able to use and recognise the manual alphabet, use signs for numbers and appropriate greetings in British Sign Language.

Some additional topic-based vocabulary will be covered, tailored to the group together with signs for everyday objects. You will also gain an understanding of how visual language differs from spoken language which will be discussed and investigated through practical applications.

Courses for 60+

It’s never too late to learn a new skill. We offer a wide range of courses in all kinds of skills for people aged 60 and over. For example you can gain or improve your smartphone skills and improve your awareness of staying safe online.

The only requirement for joining these courses is that you have basic level of Maths and English. As these are funded by Step2Skills, students would be required to complete some paperwork during the courses.

These courses are subsidised by Step2Skills.

Adult Courses

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Skills Bootcamps

We offer free, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks for adults aged 19 or over who are seeking work or are recently unemployed. They give you the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and fast track to an interview with a local employer.

Look no further than our fashion courses if you’re seeking to improve your basic hand and machine sewing techniques and create your own garments.

These 6-week courses will introduce you to common methods used when making, altering, and repairing garments. You will complete various practical tasks using hand stitching and domestic sewing machine techniques and build a portfolio of samples for future reference. You will have the opportunity to work on your own garments to complete simple repairs or alterations.

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Courses for Employment Our variety of online course offer flexibility for you to study where you want, when you want. In some cases, these courses may even be free, subject to eligibility.

We offer a range of courses including fully funded and accredited courses at Level 2 and Level 3, plus a selection of short CPD courses designed to support career progression. Choose your course and apply today.

Personal Development

We offer essential skills to increase your confidence and set you on the path to personal and career success. For those looking to become a Teaching Assistant we have a variety of courses that will give you a thorough introduction across 6 weeks covering how the school operates and the role of a Teaching Assistant. We also offer courses in counselling and active listening.

Rebuild Your English Skills

We have courses to help you rebuild your English skills if your first language is English, but you struggle with everyday grammar, punctuation, and spellings. The aim of the course is to improve your confidence and apply your improved skills in your daily life.

GCSEs

We offer GCSEs in maths and English for adult learners.

Maths & English Functional Skills

Our courses in Functional Skills will provide you with the knowledge and understanding needed in life to progress and succeed in education, training, and employment. They are equivalent to GCSE 4 or C pass and will help you gain entry to thousands of universities or further education courses, or to improve the jobs roles available to you. ● Study anywhere – being an online course, you’re not geographically restricted and can study anywhere with a computer and internet connection! ● Real flexibility – flexible study time to suit your busy lifestyle. Fit your course in around work, parenting, or any other commitments you might have. ● Pass in as little as 12 weeks – with 3 hours commitment per week, you can pass your English course in 12 weeks, and your Maths course in 16-20 weeks, depending on the subject level studied.

Our commitment to you In February 2023 our adult students’ pass rates, following enrolments from September 2022 onward, have been impressive:

pass rate 88% student for English pass rate 100% student for Maths

We have been delivering Functional Skills Maths and English since 2021. And for many years have greatly exceed the national average for pass rates, which gives us immense pride in ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all our students.

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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Our courses provide the gateway to improved life and work prospects for people who do not speak English as their main language.

Our college has had a long and proud tradition of teaching these courses, with specialist lecturers who have a deep understanding of the students’ practical motivation for improving their English.

So, you can expect the right advice and guidance appropriate to your specific circumstances.

The courses are also suitable for those who want to reach the required standard to become adult students at all levels.

If you are considering joining us, we would suggest you apply online and get in touch for a discussion if you have any questions. After your application you will be invited for an English Language assessment to make sure you are allocated in the most appropriate group for you.

We have courses for 16-18s and adults.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) age 16-18 UK Residents Full Time 1 Year St Albans This course is for 16–18-year-old students from beginners to Level 1 who are living in the UK and wish to improve their English before progressing to vocational or academic programmes. You will study for a minimum of 15 hours per week and will be able to gain qualifications in: ● English Language: ESOL Skills for Life Speaking & Listening, Reading and Writing ● Numeracy: Functional Skills Maths ● Digital Skills You will also take part in a range of workshops, vocational tasters and work experience placements. You will receive advice and guidance to prepare you for your next steps.

What you can do next Students will be able to progress onto academic or vocational programmes at an appropriate level.

Preparation for IELTS exams

(for students with English at CEFR Level B1 or above)

Part Time 1 Term St Albans IELTS (International English Language Testing System) assesses whether you are ready to begin studies at university level or to join a profession.

What will I learn? ● Exam strategies and techniques to cover all parts of the exam ● To use a wide range of academic vocabulary ● To speak with greater confidence and accuracy For further information regarding any of our ESOL courses, please contact us on: Tel: 01727 737000 Email: info@oaklands.ac.uk Website: www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Exams must be booked at a validated centre.

You can find out more at: takeielts.britishcouncil.org/united-kingdom

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) age 19+ Part Time 1 Year St Albans Welwyn Garden City Borehamwood If English is not your first language, you are aged 19 or over and you live or work in the UK then we can help you to improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills and gain a Ascentis ESOL Skills for Life qualification.

We offer part time courses from Entry Level 1 through to Level 2.

You will take an initial assessment to decide the best level to meet your needs.

English for Speakers of Other Languages

English Speakers of Other Languages Adult courses English forfor Speakers of Other Languages

What will I achieve?

Awards in: ● Reading ● Writing ● Speaking and Listening

Adult Esol Community courses Part Time 2 hours a week for 10 weeks St Albans Welwyn Garden City Borehamwood Community Outreach Centres These entry level 10-week courses (2 hours a week) are for students where English is not their first language. The course is for learners who are 19 years old or over who are just beginning to learn English or need to improve at entry level. You will develop or continue to develop your skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing, allowing you to communicate more confidently in everyday situations.

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Student Success

Access to Higher Education

The Access to Nursing and Midwifery course is one of the most challenging but rewarding things I have completed.

It has allowed me to start my degree in midwifery and has provided me with the educational foundation to feel confident in starting my degree. The support from the teachers was excellent and I could not have done it without them.

Our nationally recognised qualification is designed to bridge the gap between your existing education and what you need to study at degree level.

Each Access Pathway has been designed to provide you with subject specific knowledge, but you will also develop your study skills, academic writing, research skills and ability to work independently. Throughout, you will be supported by a personal tutor.

We offer the following pathways: Access to HE Nursing / Midwifery Includes subjects relating to areas of professional health care, psychology and human biology. This course is specifically designed for anyone wishing to pursue a career in nursing, midwifery and other medical roles.

Access to HE Medical Science Subjects include: biology, chemistry, physics and maths. You could progress to university to study a degree in Biological, Biomedical Science, Chemistry or Radiography.

Access to HE Social Sciences Subjects include sociology, criminology and psychology. You could progress to university to study a degree in Law, Social Care, Psychology or Sociology.

Access to HE Sports Science Subjects include Anatomy and Physiology, Assessment of Fitness, Biomechanics in Sport, Participation and Performance, Psychology for Sports Performance, writing skills, preparation for HE and communication - speaking and listening.

Access to Computing and ICT You will cover everything from networking, hardware & software, IT security to programming.

Access to HE Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science You will have the opportunity to apply your scientific, pharmaceutical and mathematical skills.

There will be a strong emphasis on biology and chemistry.

Level 3 Access to HE Policing and Criminology This course explores the role of the police force, criminology, types of crime, and introduction to law and legal frameworks.

Access to Early Years The focus of the course is health and wellbeing, education, learning and development, and covers areas such as safeguarding, society and the environment.

Access to Animal Science and Animal Management This course will enable you to develop the skills and knowledge in all areas of animal science, welfare behaviour and zoology.

Higher Education

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

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L2 Pre-Access to Higher Education Level

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This part-time course will provide you with a firm foundation in terms of knowledge, skills and understanding of education, while at the same time giving you the opportunity to develop and practise your study skills ready to progress onto an Access to HE Diploma.

Where required, you will be encouraged to study Maths and/or English to enable achievement of a Level 2 Functional Skill or GCSE alongside the PreAccess course.

L3 Access to Higher Education Level

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What do I need?

This course will prepare you for studying at university. You should be aged 19 years or over.

The team will assess your existing qualifications, including Maths and English, to make sure that Access to HE is the correct choice for you.

Typically, you will have a GCSE in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above or an equivalent (perhaps a qualification obtained abroad). You may also need specific experience or a subject specific qualification. Students can study English or Maths alongside the Diploma.

I haven’t got these but I’m still interested.

We may still be able to help you achieve your place in Higher Education. You will be able to study a Pre-Access course alongside GSCEs or Functional Skills.

For more information on our Higher Education courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/higher-education

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Higher Education We have a range of degree level studies designed to offer you greater flexibility than standard degree courses.

Our fees are lower than those of universities, and by studying locally, you could save on accommodation and travel costs.

Each course could offer you the opportunity to progress onto university to extend your study and gain an Honours Degree.

Courses are taught in small groups by our professional team of academics who will give you the skills and knowledge you need to prepare yourself for your next career move.

Courses are highly career focused, combining study with elements of work-based learning. You will gain knowledge and work experience that will help you stand out in the crowd when it comes to going for the job you want.

HNC & HND Courses A Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) can be achieved in two years and can provide progression to the second year of a BA or BSc Honours Degree. We offer a range of courses across both our campuses.

HNC in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (RQF)

HND in Musical Theatre Level

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I want to be... ● Actor ● Dancer ● Choreographer ● Singer

● Stage Manager

● Theatre Director ● Teacher

What do I need?

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts or 3 A Levels as well as GCSE Maths Level C or above.

University of Hertfordshire Our partnership with the University of Hertfordshire means our Foundation Degree and Extended Degree students have access to the University’s facilities, including its outstanding Learning Resources Centre and amazing sports facilities, so you will get the best of both worlds.

Our Higher Education Courses ● Foundation Degree in Business Management ● Foundation Degree in Business Management with ● Accounting ● Marketing ● Foundation Degree in Early Years (PT) ● Extended Degree in Engineering and Technology ● Extended Degree in Science ● HNC Construction and the Built Environment ● HNC Civil Engineering ● HNC/HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering ● HNC/HND Mechanical Engineering

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How to apply For full-time Foundation Degrees and Extended Degrees please apply through UCAS: www.ucas.co.uk/apply For part-time Foundation Degree courses please apply directly to the University of Hertfordshire. You can access their on-line application form by going to www.herts.ac.uk and following ‘How to Apply’.

For part-time HNCs and HNDs please apply online at: www.oaklands.ac.uk

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What will I learn?

Year 1 modules include: ● Acting Studies (Shakespeare / Classical, Contemporary Theatre, Film and Television) ● Vocal Studies (Musical Theatre Repertoire, Vocal Technique, Acting Through Song) ● Dance & Movement Studies (Jazz, Ballet & Tap styles, Choreographic work) ● The Performing Arts Industry ● Professional Development Year 2 modules include: ● Advanced Vocal Studies & Viva Voce ● Dance for Musical Theatre ● Advanced Acting Studies ● Musical Theatre Practitioner Studies (Seminar Presentation Based) ● Creative Research Project ● Working in the Performing Arts Industry ● Fringe Theatre Performance

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What do I need?

A BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in an engineering discipline. Other qualifications required are experience that can be identified and authenticated to give good prospects for successful course completion.

What will I learn?

Year 1 modules include: ● Unit 1 Engineering Design ● Unit 2 Engineering Mathematics ● Unit 3 Engineering Science ● Unit 19 Electrical & Electronic Principles ● Unit 51 Sustainability Year 2 modules include: ● Unit 4 Managing a Professional Engineering Project ● Unit 12 Engineering Management ● Unit 16 Instrumental & Control Systems ● Unit 17 Quality & Process Improvement ● Unit 39 Further Mathematics

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HNC in Mechanical Engineering (RQF) Level

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HNC in Construction and the Built Environment Level

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Part Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

A Level 3 qualification in an industry related subject or two A Levels in science or technology subjects.

In addition, you will need GCSE passes in English and Maths (Higher paper). Other qualifications required are experience that can be identified and authenticated to give good prospects for successful course completion. Normal entry requirements are that applicants should be in appropriate employment or have been in appropriate employment during the last 2 years.

What do I need?

A BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in an engineering discipline. Other qualifications required are experience that can be identified and authenticated to give good prospects for successful course completion.

What will I learn?

Year 1 modules include: ● Unit 1 Engineering Design ● Unit 2 Engineering Mathematics ● Unit 3 Engineering Science ● Unit 8 Mechanical Principles ● Unit 51 Sustainability Year 2 modules include: ● Unit 4 Managing a Professional Engineering Project ● Unit 12 Engineering Management ● Unit 13 Fundamentals of Thermodynamics &Heat Engines ● Unit 17 Quality & Process Improvements ● Unit 36 Advanced Mechanical Principles

What will I learn?

The qualification comprises of 8 core units.

Year 1 modules include: ● Unit 2 – Construction Technology ● Unit 3 – Science & Materials ● Unit 4 Construction Practice & Management ● Unit 7 – Surveying, Measuring & Setting Out Year 2 modules include: ● Unit 1 – Individual Project ● Unit 5 – Legal & Statutory Responsibilities in Construction ● Unit 6 – Construction Information ● Unit 16 – Alternative Energy

HNC in Engineering Studies Level

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Part Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

You must be at least 18 years old and fulfil one of the following criteria: Have an A Level 3 qualification in an industry related subject or two A Levels in science or technology subjects.

In addition, you will need GCSE passes in English and Maths (Higher paper). Oher requirements are experience that can be identified and authenticated to give prospects for successful course completion. Normal entry requirements are that applicants should be in appropriate employment or have been in appropriate employment during the last 2 years.

What will I learn?

Year 1 modules include: ● Unit 2 – Construction Technology ● Unit 3 – Science & Materials ● Unit 4 – Construction Management & Practice ● Unit 8 – Mathematics for Construction Year 2 modules include: ● Unit 1 – Individual Project ● Unit 6 Construction Information ● Unit 7 – Surveying, Measuring & Setting Out ● Unit 20 - Principles of Structural Design

BTEC HND in Creative Media Production (Film) Level

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Full Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

Higher Education

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What do I need?

48 UCAS points, an appropriate L3 qualification, GCSE Maths and English at grade 4.

What will I learn?

Year 1 modules include: ● Filmmaking ● Editing for Film & Television ● Film Studies ● Single Camera Techniques for Film & TV ● Sound for Film & Tv ● Professional Practice ● Creative Media Industry ● An Individual Project Year 2 modules include: ● Advanced Film Production ● Scriptwriting ● Videography ● Live Briefs/Work Based Projects ● Emerging Technologies in Film & TV ● Personal Professional Development ● A Collaborative Project

HNC / HND Music – Artistic Development Level

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What do I need?

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music or 3 A Levels as well as GCSE English and Maths Grade 4/C or above.

What will I learn?

You will receive industry-based lectures and have access to our mac suite loaded with logic Pro X, keyboards and interfaces, as a well as our in-house recording studio, rehearsal suites and performance theatre as part of your professional development.

Units include: ● The Music Industry ● Marketing and Promotion for Musicians ● Professional Development ● Creative Portfolio ● Developing as an Artist

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HND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Level

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Foundation Year in Engineering

Part Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

Level

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What do I need?

A BTEC Higher National Certificate in an engineering discipline.

What will I learn?

Units studied: ● Unit 34 – Research Project ● Unit 35 – Professional Engineering Management ● Unit 37 – Virtual Engineering ● Unit 44 – Industrial Power, Electronics and Storage ● Unit 45 – Industrial Systems

HND in Mechanical Engineering Level

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Part Time 2 Years Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

A BTEC Higher National Certificate in an engineering discipline.

What will I learn?

Units studied: ● Unit 34 – Research Project ● Unit 35 – Professional Engineering Management ● Unit 37 – Virtual Engineering ● Unit 39 – Further Mathematics ● Unit 45 - Industrial Systems

Full Time 1 Year (+3 years to full degree) Welwyn Garden City

What do I need?

48 UCAS points, including one A Level or equivalent, plus 3 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English, Mathematics and Science or equivalent.

What will I learn?

During the foundation year, you spend four days a week at Oaklands College. On the other day, you will study at the University of Hertfordshire for laboratory sessions where you carry out practical engineering work including undertaking project labs in three key engineering areas.

The foundation year is taught at Oaklands College.

You will be taught over two semesters (A and B) where you will study eight core modules in engineering, providing you with a solid platform from which to progress to your choice of engineering honours degree.

The modules studied include engineering studies and skills, mathematics, engineering science, computers, and applications to engineering, mechanical science, electrical science and electronics and engineering project.

On successful completion of the foundation year, you will then continue your degree studies at the University of Hertfordshire’s College Lane Campus.

You will study one year at the college and progress onto the University of Hertfordshire for another three years (full-time) – four years total.

Or you will study one year at the college and progress onto the University of Hertfordshire for another four years (sandwich) – five years total.

Teacher Training

Teacher Training

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Our teacher training courses are aimed at those who want to work with students who are 16 or over in the learning and skills sector.

This includes colleges which have 16-18 or adult students, prisons, private training providers, local authority adult education and other contexts where teaching is Government-regulated and generally publicly funded.

It’s an enormously rewarding career for those who want to pass on their vocational expertise.

While people bring great vocational expertise to their teaching, the teaching itself is also a craft which needs to developed, and we will help you with every step.

You can learn teaching skills such as personal tutoring, planning, constructive feedback, professional responsibilities, and assessment. We will explain the various teaching qualifications.

The outcome for successful participants will be the opportunity to play a key role in training and upskilling the UK workforce, either as a fulltime second career or as a second profession alongside your existing occupation.

Get into Teaching Our experienced team will help you to develop the skills you need in a supportive learning environment. Our courses provide you with the opportunity to explore educational issues, new innovations and up-to-date teaching, learning and assessment theories with the aim of applying the main principles to your own specialist area. Our courses emphasise the importance of work-based experience and you will have the opportunity to network with other practitioners in order to gain a first-hand perspective of the teaching and training profession.

For more information on our Teacher Training courses, relevant careers and potential salaries, visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/study/adult-courses/teacher-training

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

info@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Teacher Training

Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools and Colleges

L3 Award in Education and Training Level

3

Part Time 12 Weeks St Albans

Level

2

What do I need?

You should be aged 19 or over and have a Level 3 academic or vocational qualification as well as English at Level 2.

What do I need?

Age 19+ only. You will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement as you will need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.

What will I learn? ● The roles and responsibilities of the teacher ● Delivering inclusive learning ● Assessing and giving feedback on learning Assessed through written and practical assignments, and microteach.

L5 Diploma in Education and Training Level

5

Part Time 5 Terms St Albans

What do I need?

You must be aged 19 or over and hold a Level 3 academic or vocational qualification in the subject you will teach plus GCSE Maths and English or equivalent. You will need to undertake a minimum of 100 teaching hours spread evenly across the course. You must also have the Level 3 Award in Education and Training or 6 months teaching experience in a relevant setting.

What will I learn? ● Planning inclusive teaching and learning ● Application of theories and principles which underpin teaching, learning and assessment practice ● Development of positive behaviours and employability skills ● Preparation for the personal tutor role ● Implementing an action research project ● The impact of wider influences on the professional role of the teacher and trainer Assessment is through assignments and teaching observations.

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

Part Time Up to 14 Months St Albans

What will I learn?

You will learn all aspects of supporting teaching and learning in schools in line with current developments in the sector and have the opportunity to reflect on your practice. Typical units can include: Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people; Child and Young Person Development; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Working with Children and Young People; Support Learning Activities; Schools as Organisations.

Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools (Workbased) Level

3

Part Time Up to 16 Months St Albans

What do I need?

This course is appropriate for people who have some experience in working a Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Special Needs Assistant in schools. You must be over 16 years of age and currently working in a school.

What will I learn?

You will learn about all aspects of supporting teaching and learning in schools in line with current developments in the sector and have the opportunity to reflect on your practice.

The qualification comprises of 16 units. Sample units include: Understand How to Safeguard Children and Young People; Support English and Maths Sills; Support the Use of ICT in the Learning Environment; Understand How Children and Young People Develop, Support Children and Young People’s Speech, Language and Communication.

info@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Level 4 Certificate for the Advanced Practitioner in Schools and Colleges Level

4

Part Time 1 Year St Albans

What do I need?

You must be aged 19+ and hold a full Level 3 Early years / Childcare qualification. You must also be employed in an early year setting at Level 3.

What will I learn?

You will acquire and use skills of leadership, mentoring, coaching and reflection as you complete the qualification through work-based learning opportunities.

You must achieve the following 5 mandatory units: Enabling Children to Learn; Understanding How to Support Children and Young People to Improve their mental health and Wellbeing, Working with Other to Support Individuals with Additional Needs and Disability in s school or college. Working with Families and Other Professionals in a School or College setting, Implementing Change in a School or College Setting.

Coaching and Mentoring in the Workplace

Teacher Training

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Are you considering a career in Coaching and Mentoring?

The ILM Level 3 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring will provide you with a strong foundation.

Get into Coaching and Mentoring The ILM Level 3 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring is a nationally recognised qualification. It is particularly useful if you are involved in coaching and mentoring staff at your workplace. Perhaps you are in a supervisory or line management role or are looking to be so and would like a formal qualification.

You will look at a range of approaches, models, tools, and techniques that will help you to develop in others the skills, knowledge and understanding they need to be effective in their workplace.

L3 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring Level

3

Part Time 2 Terms St Albans

What do I need?

You must be 19 or over and have Level 2 English (GCSE or equivalent). You should also be able to coach or mentor someone who is currently in the workplace for a minimum of 12 hours. Good verbal and listening skills are essential.

What will I learn? ● An understanding of good practice in coaching and mentoring in an organisational context. ● Application of good practice through an extended period of coaching or mentoring in an organisational context. ● A reflection on coaching or mentoring skills within an organisational context.

Assessment is through assignment and portfolio of practice.

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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How will I travel to college?

Discounted Travel Scheme

Whether you are travelling by bus, train or car we ensure that getting to college is as convenient, easy and cheap as possible.

Hertfordshire SaverCard

16-17 Rail Saver Card

If you are under 19, in full-time education and live in Hertfordshire you can get half price fares on Hertfordshire public buses. The card costs £20 if purchased online (£25 if you apply by post) from Hertfordshire County Council and forms are available at college advice centres and receptions.

However, if your family is on a low income you could get one free of charge.

For more information and to apply for a Hertfordshire SaverCard please visit www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/savercard

If you are aged 16-17 you can receive 30% off train journeys through the Rail Saver Card scheme. Visit www.16-17saver.co.uk for details. If you are eligible for the college bursary fund the college can support you with the cost of this saver card.

Young Persons Railcard For everyone aged 16-25 and mature students.

For more information or to buy online, visit: www.youngpersons-railcard.co.uk

Student Connect

Arriva Bus

The ThamesLink Student Connect card offers discounted rail travel to all students aged between 16 and 18 years in full time education.

For more information visit www.thameslinkrailway.com

If you travel by the Arriva buses to get to college you can view the timetable and routes through their website: www.arrivabus.co.uk If you qualify for the college bursary fund we can support you with providing monthly travel money to support you with the purchase of your monthly ticket.

Hertfordshire Student TrainCard

By Car As a college we like to encourage ways to reduce the carbon footprint by opting for public transport.

If, however, you do decide to travel by car then there is limited parking at all of, or near, our campuses. There is an ANPR payment system in operation at our St Albans Campus and at our Welwyn Garden City Campus you will need to use one of the nearby public car parks where daily rates will apply.

By Train There are train links to our main campus towns via ThamesLink.

Oyster Card If you are travelling from Inner London, you can apply for an Oyster Card. Find out more by logging on to: www.tfl.gov.uk

A Hertfordshire Student TrainCard entitles you to a 1/3 discount on the adult season ticket fare for train journeys between home and college at all times of the day. To be eligible you must be between 16 and 18 years on the date of application, or be completing a course started before your 19th birthday.

Call 0300 1234 050 for further information.

Travel for less with Uno. If the bus is pink and begins with a 6 you can use it. You will need to download the Uno app to make the most of the discounted travel scheme and find out more about live bus tracking.

The scheme entitles you to UNLIMITED travel on Uno buses within Hertfordshire and North London from just £1.* To see all available routes visit:

www.unobus.info/app *Prices are subject to change

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Information

Information

info@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Zone 1

£1*

Zone 1+2

£2*

* If bought using the UNO app. * Tickets purchased in cash on the bus are £1.20 for zone 1 and £2.30 for zones 1 and 2

Full timetables and maps: www.oaklands.ac.uk/busmap To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Information

How to find us St Albans Campus

Parking

Set in picturesque parkland, the St Albans Campus combines state of the art teaching and learning facilities with the wide-open countryside space required for our excellent landbased and sport curriculum areas. St Albans Campus is approximately one and a half miles from St Albans station and town centre.

Welwyn Garden City Campus

Parking

The attractive Welwyn Garden City Campus is close to the town’s Howard Centre which includes shopping facilities and a mainline rail link to Stevenage, Letchworth and St Pancras International.

There is no student car parking on campus during the day. Public parking is available nearby. Daily rates apply.

Location Welwyn Garden City Campus, The Campus, Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 6AH

Information

Full Time & Part Time Courses 2024/25

Location

An automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system is in operation.

Payment can be made at on-site machines, by telephone or online.

St Albans Campus, Hatfield Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL4 0JA SatNav users: South Drive Entrance:

AL4 0XR

East Drive Entrance:

AL4 0HS

Information, Advice & Guidance

DISCOUNTED TRAVEL SCHEME Travel for less with Uno. If the bus is pink and begins with a 6 you can use it.

The scheme entitles you to UNLIMITED travel on Uno buses within Hertfordshire and North London from just £1.

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

Civic Centre St Peter’s Street St Albans AL1 3JE

info@oaklands.ac.uk

Oaklands College is also present in The Hub at the Council Offices in St Albans.

You can find us there on Mondays and Wednesdays between 10.00am and 2.00pm when can get information, advice and guidance on all our courses.

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Oaklands Borehamwood

Location: 163 Elstree Way, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire WD6 1JY

Parking There is no parking at this site. Public parking is available nearby. Daily rates apply.

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Open Events We hold open events at regular intervals throughout the year. Keep an eye on our website or follow us on social media for the latest updates.

November 2023 St Albans City: Saturday 4th – 10am-3pm Welwyn Garden City: Saturday 11th – 10am-3pm

January 2024 St Albans City: Wednesday 10th – Adult Open Evening -

5pm-7pm

February 2024 Welwyn Garden City: Tuesday 6th – 5pm-8pm St Albans City: Thursday 8th – 5pm-8pm

April 2024 Welwyn Garden City: Tuesday 23rd – 5pm-7pm St Albans City: Thursday 25th – 5pm-7pm Find out more and register your interest at:

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Applying to Oaklands Please apply online - if you need any advice feel free to contact our Admissions Team on

01727 737000 or email admissions@oaklands.ac.uk We accept applications throughout the year, but recommend you apply as soon as possible to secure your place on the course you want.

You can apply for more than one course. Our tutors and student advice team can help you with your final decision prior to enrolment.

Information in this course guide is correct at the time of going to print. Courses offered may be subject to change so please check our website for up-to-date course and course information.

01727 737000

www.oaklands.ac.uk info@oaklands.ac.uk

St Albans Campus Hatfield Road St Albans Hertfordshire AL4 0JA

Welwyn Garden City Campus The Campus Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 6AH

Oaklands Borehamwood 163 Elstree Way Borehamwood Hertfordshire WD6 1JY