Adult Community College: [A7] Course Guide 2022-23

ADULT COMMUNITY COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2021/22

ADULT COMMUNITY COLLEGE St Vincent College is proud to serve its community and offer a wide range of vocational and community learning courses aimed at adults living in Gosport and the surrounding areas.

Adult learners are welcomed into full-time, day, evening and online classes by students and tutors alike. Whether you would like to get back into education, retrain in a new vocation, improve your job prospects, or to simply try something new, we have a qualified and experienced team, who will support you to achieve your educational goals and aspirations.

All vocational and community learning courses are now located in the north-side of our campus within the Adult Community College building overlooking Portsmouth Harbour. Many local buses stop directly outside the main entrance. Parking is also available directly outside of the Community College building which can be accessed via Mill Lane.

We are also excited to be delivering a wide range of popular community learning courses at the Rowner Community Trust (Nimrod Centre).

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VOCATIONAL LEARNING St Vincent College offers a variety of Vocational Qualifications at different levels, for different occupational areas. These qualifications are assessed in the workplace.

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NVQs IN THE WORKPLACE

Some of our qualifications offer classes, depending on the qualification and level undertaken. Learners will be interviewed prior to enrolment to ensure they are in the correct job role/have the appropriate work placement and/or that they have the appropriate experience.

We have a variety of qualifications on offer; the occupational areas we deliver in are: EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR ADULT CARE SUPPORT TEACHING AND LEARNING IN SCHOOLS BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CUSTOMER SERVICE ADVICE AND GUIDANCE SUPPORT TRAINING ASSESSMENT AND QUALITY ASSURANCE AWARD IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING

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2 YEAR COURSE EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR VOCATIONAL LEARNING (NVQ) 12-15 MONTH COURSE CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE’S WORKFORCE VOCATIONAL LEARNING (NVQ) The Early Years (CYPW/EYE) Qualifications are designed for anyone involved in or wanting to work within a Nursery, a Pre-School, as a registered Childminder or working with children under the age of 5 and would like to gain the necessary qualification to become an Early Years Practitioner. There are two qualifications which measure the knowledge and skills required to meet the support needs within an Early Years setting. Achieving one of the qualifications demonstrates an individual’s ability relating to child development, care, behaviour and learning.

The qualifications are suitable for those already working as an Early Years Practitioner and also anyone who is looking to work in this sector.

You will need to be working within an Early Years setting employed or voluntary.

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EARLY YEARS COMMUNITY COURSES: Not quite ready to study a fully-accredited course?

Why not try out our short taster courses which will introduce you to the fundamentals of child care.

Upon completion you will have the option to progress onto a work-based NVQ and further enhance your knowledge and understanding within the child care sector.

4 WEEK COURSE

INTRODUCTION TO CHILDREN’S SPEECH AND LANGUAGE NEEDS Adult Community College | www.stvincent.ac.uk

4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO HEALTHY EATING FOR CHILDREN’S DEVELOPMENT 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO CHILDREN’S HEALTH AND WELLBEING 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO READING WITH CHILDREN 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING THROUGH PLAY IN EARLY YEARS 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO SHARING BEDTIME STORIES WITH YOUR CHILDREN 5 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO EARLY YEARS 02392 603 606 | acc@stvincent.ac.uk

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15-18 MONTH COURSE SUPPORT TEACHING AND LEARNING IN SCHOOLS VOCATIONAL LEARNING (NVQ)

The Support Teaching and Learning in Schools (STLS) qualifications are designed for anyone involved in or wanting to work within a school setting and would like to gain the necessary qualification to become a Teaching Assistant/LSA. There are a suite of qualifications which measure the knowledge and skills required to meet the support needs of primary, secondary, college and special needs schools.

Achieving one of the qualifications demonstrates an individual’s ability relating to pupil welfare, care, behaviour and learning. The qualifications are suitable for those already working as learning support staff in schools and colleges and also anyone who is looking to work in education. You will need to be working within a school or college setting: employed or voluntary.

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SUPPORTING TEACHING COMMUNITY COURSES: Not quite ready to study a fully-accredited course?

Why not try out our short taster courses which will introduce you to the fundamentals of teaching and learning from reception age to secondary school education.

4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO BECOMING A LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO CHILDREN’S SPEECH AND LANGUAGE NEEDS 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO HEALTHY EATING FOR CHILDREN’S DEVELOPMENT 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO READING WITH CHILDREN Adult Community College | www.stvincent.ac.uk

4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO CHILDREN’S HEALTH AND WELLBEING 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING THROUGH PLAY IN EARLY YEARS 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO SHARING BEDTIME STORIES WITH YOUR CHILDREN

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15-18 MONTH COURSE CARE LEVEL 1 - 5 VOCATIONAL LEARNING (NVQ)

Would you like to develop your knowledge and understanding working in Health and Social Care or Childcare?

These courses are a stepping stone to a career in the care industry with the opportunity to progress through each level whilst you work.

You will also share experiences in study groups and meet new people.

The Care qualifications are designed for anyone involved in or wanting to work within the Care industry and wanting to gain the necessary qualification to become a Carer. These qualifications are designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge needed to care for others in a wide range of health or social care settings. You will need to be working within a care setting and be in an employed or voluntary position.

You are required to work within a paid or voluntary position within this sector for a minimum of 12 hours a week.

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CARE COMMUNITY COURSES: Not quite ready to study a fully-accredited course?

Why not try out our short taster courses which will introduce you to the fundamentals of care and the care sector.

Upon completion you will have the option to progress onto a work-based NVQ and further enhance your knowledge and understanding within the care sector.

8 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO CARE 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATING IN CARE 8 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO CARE AND DEMENTIA 8 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO DIGNITY & SAFEGUARDING IN CARE Adult Community College | www.stvincent.ac.uk

6 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO UNDERSTANDING NUTRITION AND HEALTHY EATING 6 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO CARE AND DIABETES 8 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO MENTAL HEALTH AND CARE 8 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO CARE AND INFECTION CONTROL 8 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO CARE AND END OF LIFE CARE

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12-15 MONTH COURSE INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE VOCATIONAL LEARNING (NVQ)

The Information, Advice and Guidance qualifications are designed for those working with clients in organisations providing advice and guidance services, on a professional or voluntary basis. You could be working in careers guidance, for a trade union, in a school, in housing, human resources or in a Health & Social Care sector.

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15-18 MONTH COURSE EDUCATION IN TRAINING LEVEL 3 AWARD (NVQ) Our Level 3 award in Education and Training is an entrance level qualification which supports progression into teaching and enables progress onto a full qualification.

Course Content: Roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training.

Inclusive teaching and learning approaches.

Understanding assessment in education and training.

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12-15 MONTH COURSE BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION VOCATIONAL LEARNING (NVQ) Business and Administration qualifications for people who want to work, or already work in administrative support roles or would like to improve their administrative/supervisory skills. These qualifications are flexible and can be tailored to individual learners’ and employers’ needs - no matter what industry you are in.

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BUSINESS COMMUNITY COURSES: Not quite ready to study a fully-accredited course?

Why not try out our short taster courses which will introduce you to the business and administration sector.

Upon completion you will have the option to progress onto a work-based NVQ and further enhance your knowledge and understanding within this area.

5 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 5 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO CUSTOMER SERVICES 8 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY 6 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO EMPLOYABILITY AND CV WRITING

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12-15 MONTH COURSE CUSTOMER SERVICE VOCATIONAL LEARNING (NVQ)

The Customer Services qualification will give you a basic knowledge and understanding when dealing with customers in any environment. It will help those who wish to work or those already working in a customer facing role to learn about, adopt and maintain behaviours and language appropriate to the provision of good customer service.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE COMMUNITY COURSES: Not quite ready to study a fully-accredited course?

Why not try out our short taster courses which will introduce you to customer service.

Upon completion you will have the option to progress onto a work-based NVQ and further enhance your knowledge and understanding within the customer service sector.

6 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO EMPLOYABILITY AND CV WRITING 8 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY 5 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO CUSTOMER SERVICES 5 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 02392 603 606 | acc@stvincent.ac.uk

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FIRST AID COURSES

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ACCREDITED AE EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORK AE PAEDIATRIC FIRST AID WORKSHOP INTRODUCTION TO FIRST AID We offer a range of courses from introductory to accredited, delivered by our dedicated teaching team lead by Ex RN instructor Eddie Seaborne, MBE MSM. We can provide our First Aid courses in a number of ways. Most courses are delivered at St Vincent College; however, if you would like us to deliver this training at your workplace we can do so.

FIRST AID COMMUNITY COURSES: 4 WEEK COURSE FIRST AID BASIC LIFE SUPPORT 4 WEEK COURSE FIRST AID PARENT AND CHILD

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MATHS AND ENGLISH

Would you like to enhance your current English or Mathematics skills? Whether this be to support your children with their home learning, give you the confidence to get back into education, or simply for a refresher, these introductionary courses cover the essentials.

Upon completion you will have the option to progress to a fully accredited English or Maths Functional Skills, or GCSE course.

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10 WEEK COURSE PREPARING FOR GCSE OR FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ENGLISH 8 WEEK COURSE PREPARING FOR GCSE OR FUNCTIONAL SKILLS MATHEMATICS

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HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Would you like to understand ways you can boost your mental health, wellbeing and self-esteem? These courses are designed to equip you with the tools to do just that!

Health, wellbeing, self-confidence and self-esteem are important to our everyday life.

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10 WEEK COURSE PROMOTING WOMEN’S WELLBEING AND SELF-ESTEEM 10 WEEK COURSE EATING WELL FOR GOOD MENTAL HEALTH 8 WEEK COURSE GUIDED MEDITATION 10 WEEK COURSE PROMOTING MEN’S WELLBEING AND SELF-ESTEEM 6 WEEK COURSE POSITIVE MANIFESTATION 8 WEEK COURSE ASSERTIVENESS SKILLS 8 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO REIKI 6 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO UNDERSTANDING NUTRITION AND HEALTHY EATING 02392 603 606 | acc@stvincent.ac.uk

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LANGUAGES

The aim of these courses are to provide some basic language tips in a relaxed workshop setting. They are suitable for adults who want to learn some essential words in Spanish, French or Italian. Each course will cover the basics on pronunciation and how to learn some important phrases.

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5 WEEK COURSE SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS 6 WEEK COURSE FRENCH FOR BEGINNERS 8 WEEK COURSE ITALIAN FOR BEGINNERS

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GUITAR COURSES Have you ever wanted to learn guitar but don’t know where to start, or would you like to expand your knowledge of the guitar and range? These courses have you covered.

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10 WEEK COURSE GUITAR FOR BEGINNERS 10 WEEK COURSE GUITAR FOR IMPROVERS

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ESOL ENGLISH

Are you from a country that doesn’t speak English/ is English is your second language? Do you want to speak, understand, read and write better English?

If your answers are ‘Yes’, then these could be the courses for you.

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5 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL) 5 WEEK COURSE EVERYDAY ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)

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COMPUTER COURSES

Do you feel that there is so much to learn about computers, tablets, the internet and computer processing suites? Would you like to improve your computer skills and enhance your knowledge and understanding of computer packages? These courses are designed to acquaint you with a whole array of platforms and topics.

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4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO INTERNET AND EMAIL 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO iPAD 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WORD 4 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO SPREADSHEETS USING MICROSOFT EXCEL 5 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS/ZOOM /MICROSOFT WORD

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HOBBIES AND INTERESTS

Many of our courses are designed to teach you useful skills, allow you to engage with your community and, ultimately, be enjoyable. Our courses can also be a great way to develop a hobby, get together with friends, or make new ones.

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5 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING 10 WEEK COURSE WRITERS WORKSHOP 6 WEEK COURSE PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS 5 WEEK COURSE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 10 WEEK COURSE INTRODUCTION TO CARPENTRY

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ONLINE COURSES

Certificate courses that can be carried out at home with remote assessor/tutor support.

LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE PRINCIPLES OF DEMENTIA CARE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE PRINCIPLES OF END OF LIFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE UNDERSTANDING DIGNITY AND SAFEGUARDING IN ADULT HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE Adult Community College | www.stvincent.ac.uk

LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IT USER SKILLS LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE UNDERSTANDING NUTRITION AND HEALTH LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE UNDERSTANDING THE CARE AND MANAGEMENT OF DIABETES LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE PRINCIPLES OF CUSTOMER SERVICE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE PRINCIPLES OF THE PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF INFECTION IN HEALTH CARE SETTINGS

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HIGHER EDUCATION Alongside our Adult Community College courses, we offer a wide range of Higher Education courses which are delivered within our main campus, including a Foundation Degree in Early Years Care and Education, a Foundation Degree in Learning Support, a part-time PGCE/Cert Ed course and Access to Higher Education Diplomas.

Specifically aimed at students over 19, the Access to HE Diploma offers a recognised entry qualification to higher education. You can study the course full time over a year if you have GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above, or for some university courses Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths are accepted.

ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION FOUNDATION DEGREES GCSE AND FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

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OPEN EVENINGS There is plenty to see on our campus, so why not come and take a look for yourself.

Our Open Events will provide you with the opportunity to meet staff and students, see our facilities and develop an understanding of what college life is like.

TUESDAY 12TH OCTOBER 2021 4:30PM - 7:30PM WEDNESDAY 17TH NOVEMBER 2021 4:30PM - 7:30PM THURSDAY 3RD FEBRUARY 2022 4:30PM - 7:30 WEDNESDAY 14TH MAY 2022 4:30PM - 7:00PM Please note that all information is correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.

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