ADULT SKILLS
GUIDE
April 2023 at The Cheadle College, Stockport College and Trafford College
Short Courses
Learning for Leisure
Professional Qualifications
Higher Skills & Higher Education
Apprenticeships
Skills for Life
Skills for Jobs
WELCOME TO OUR NEW SPRING ADULT COURSE GUIDE 2023
Trafford College Group
We are here to support you across all areas of learning, whether you are looking to try a new hobby, upskill in your career or are thinking about returning to education following a break, we can help you to achieve your goal. Ranging from one-day workshops to evening classes and professional certificates, there is no better place to start than. With courses available at one of our colleges, learning centres, online or as part of continued professional development in the workplace, our adult learners can benefit from flexible learning designed to fit around your lifestyle. Invest in yourself and enrol now to secure your place for Spring 2023.
Life Long employability across Trafford and Stockport
ENROLMENT SLOTS - COMMUNITY ENROLMENT DATES ALTRINCHAM CAMPUS Wednesday 19th April, 4pm to 6.30pm STOCKPORT COLLEGE Tuesday 18th April, 4pm to 6.30pm ADULT SKILLS GUIDE APRIL 2023 2
At the
we understand the demands of today’s workplace, which is why we are committed to supporting you to gain the skills needed to succeed in your chosen career.
CONTENTS 20 Higher Skills (HE and Access) 17 Skills Shop (Employability) Fees and Funding explained 4 ADULT SKILLS GUIDE APRIL 2023 3 5 How to Find us 16 Careers in Aviation 10 Learn for Leisure 12 Skills for Jobs 18 Apprenticeships 8 Skills for Life 6 Why Choose Us? 23 Skills for Construction Roles
FEES & FUNDING EXPLAINED
FUNDING AND FINANCE – SUPPORT AVAILABLE
Fee waivers, Advanced Learner Loans and Higher Education Student Loans may be available, depending on your circumstances and the course you have chosen to study. Many students study for free. The course tables show whether courses are free for eligible learners. Fees are paid annually for courses longer than one year and the fees in this guide are for the full duration of the course, unless otherwise stated. Many courses are subsidised and we are able to reflect this in our competitive prices.
Please note, as this guide is printed in advance of course starting dates, fees may be subject to change.
ADULT LEARNER SUPPORT FUNDING*
If you are worried about other costs involved with continuing your education, we can help. Those who are 19+ and need help with College or course related expenses, such as travel, trips or uniform, have access to a number of different funds.
Learner Support Funding is for adults developing their careers through continued education. We can provide practical help to meet expenses directly associated with learning. Further information about each of these funds can be found on the College website.
If your circumstances change during your studies, there is support available.
• 19+ Learner Support Fund
• Advanced Learner Loan Bursary - only for applicants in receipt of Advanced Learner Loan
• Childcare Funding
• Access to Learning (Higher Education)
HOW DO I PAY FOR MY COURSE?
Course fees should be paid at enrolment by cash or card. We accept all major credit/debit cards, including Mastercard, Visa, Switch and Delta.
MANY STUDENTS STUDY FOR FREE
Flexible payments can be arranged by Standing Order.
If your employer is paying your course fees you must bring a letter of authorisation from them to enrolment. We will then issue an invoice to them directly for payment.
ADVANCED LEARNER LOAN
You need to start your loan application during the enrolment process. Please bring along a current passport if you have one. All 19+ learners need to bring their National Insurance Number to enrol.
ADVANCED LEARNER LOANS AVAILABLE
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US ADULT SKILLS GUIDE APRIL 2023 5 Cheadle Road, Cheadle Hulme, Stockport, SK8 5HA 0161 486 4600 info@cheadle.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk Manchester Road, West Timperley, Altrincham, WA14 5PQ 0161 886 7070 info@trafford.ac.uk trafford.ac.uk Talbot Road, Old Trafford, Stretford, Manchester, M32 0XH 0161 886 7070 info@trafford.ac.uk trafford.ac.uk Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3UQ 0161 296 5000 enquiries@stockport.ac.uk stockport.ac.uk
HOW TO FIND
WHY CHOOSE US?
MORE CAMPUSES, MORE COURSES
THE CHEADLE COLLEGE
Situated in the heart of community with on-site free parking and Cheadle town centre a short 10-minute walk away, our Cheadle campus offers both leisure and hobby courses as well as access to higher education courses. Specialist provision in Social Sciences, Counselling and Nursing can provide the gateway to careers and promotion within the large care sector across Stockport borough, while short courses in everything from British Sign Language to Horticulture allow you to learn something that’s as rewarding as it is new.
TRAFFORD COLLEGE
Our Altrincham campus is a modern, bright building with the facilities to match and on-site, free car parking. Access by public transport is made easy with tram and bus stops just a 5-minute walk and Altrincham train station close by. From hi-tech, dedicated Apple Mac suites through to traditional photography dark rooms, award-winning catering facilities in our ‘Aspire’ restaurant or industry standard Hair & Beauty salons, it’s just down to you to choose your ideal learning environment. And it’s the same at our Stretford campus with free parking and public transport options available and where you can study in dedicated engineering, motor vehicle, science and computing suites to name just a few.
STOCKPORT COLLEGE
Situated close to the town centre, our Stockport campus has easy access from bus stops along the A6, is just a 5-minute walk from the train station and is surrounded by local car parking facilities. We have just completed the final stage of a £25m campus redevelopment project which features a University Centre for our Access to HE and Higher Education students as well as industry standard facilities across many of our subject areas from construction to hair & beauty to creative arts.
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WE WELCOME LEARNERS OF ALL AGES AND BACKGROUNDS AND OFFER A SUPPORTIVE, INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR THOSE RETURNING TO EDUCATION.
OUR COURSES ARE DESIGNED WITH BUSY LIFESTYLES IN MIND AND CAN BE OFFERED ON AN EVENING AND PART-TIME BASIS TO FIT AROUND YOUR JOB AND FAMILY COMMITMENTS.
EXCELLENT ACHIEVEMENT RATES FOR ADULT COURSES AND EVEN BETTER PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES TO HIGHER LEVEL STUDY OR EMPLOYMENT, WE CAN HELP YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY TO AN EXCITING NEW FUTURE.
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FREE DIGITAL COURSES
SKILLS FOR LIFE USINGDEVICES
DO YOU STRUGGLE TO KEEP UP WITH THE DIGITAL AND ONLINE WORLD?
If you are finding everyday online tasks difficult, then try a new FREE short course to develop your skills. Learn how to log on, communicate, shop and access services online. Gain the skills to access the internet using a smartphone, tablet or computer to perform everyday tasks while keeping safe online. Classes are held on a variety of days and times, so there will be one to suit you.
AND HANDLINGINFORMATION How to shop and use banking services How to use a digital device and manage date Working with documents, photos and videos Staying safe online Sending emails, using communication platforms and groups and making video calls ESSENTIAL DIGITAL SKILLS Creating documents, sending & receiving emails and participating in 1:1 video calls Finding, evaluating, storing and retrieving information Registering and shopping online, including awareness of online risks and threats and protecting personal information Using the web, browsers, search engines and social media effectively Using mobile, and other small digital devices DIGITAL SKILLS FOR LIFE
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Contact
SKILLS FOR LIFE - ENGLISH SPEAKING OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)
Is your first language something other than English? Do you need to improve your English for life and work?
Apply for our ESOL course for residents of all ages and improve your:
Speaking Listening Reading Writing
How to apply email adultesol@tcg.ac.uk or call 0161 886 7044
You can also complete an online enquiry form by visiting Adult GCSE Programme - Trafford College
Our highly skilled teachers will help develop your English, maths, digital and IT skills.
Learn how to:
• Give and understand instructions
• Talk to and understand work colleagues and neighbours
• Write and type notes, descriptions, letters, emails, narrative and reports
• Apply for jobs and succeed in job interviews
• Read and understand posters, adverts, emails instructions, articles and books
• Use English grammar accurately to progress at work.
On completion, you’ll have an accredited ESOL qualification and you could progress to other courses, including GCSE English
When you enrol ESOL students must bring the following to enrolment:
• ARC Card or Local Authority confirmation (forlearners aged 16-18 or 19+ if in care of local authority) Home Office documentation or Endorsed Passport (also Marriage/Civil Certificate/Birth Certificate if a dependent)
• ARC Card dated within six months and post office receipt of support, dated within the month (19+) Evidence of benefits e.g. JSA, ESA, Universal Credit
SKILLS FOR LIFE - ENGLISH AND MATHS
Our FREE courses are available to start all year round and are ideal for anyone who wants to improve and refresh their everyday skills in English and Maths. They have been designed to allow you to learn around your current work and life commitments and learn at a pace that suits you.
• Improve your reading, writing or maths skills
• Develop your skills to support your children with their school homework
• Learn English - classes available all year round
• Free English and maths courses available
Contact us to find out more on: Adult Maths & English adultme@tcg.ac.uk and start your learning journey today!
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If you are looking to start a new hobby or learn a new skill, we have a selection of courses from learning a new language or gaining essential digital skills.
Beauty
Adult Community
Course Course Code Start Date End Date Location Funding Price Summer Wedding Flowers APQ-AR9Z-1200 20/04/2023 25/05/2023 Altrincham Campus FREE Art & Creative Course Course Code Start Date End Date Location Funding Price Everyday Vegetarian APQ-HOEZ-1100 23/05/2023 30/05/2023 Altrincham Campus £50 Healthy One Pot Wonders APQ-HOEZ-1200 25/04/2023 03/05/2023 Altrincham Campus £50
Enquire Now 0161 886 7070 trafford.ac.uk stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk info@trafford.ac.uk ADULT SKILLS GUIDE APRIL 2023 10 Course Course Code Start Date End Date Location Funding Price Day to Night Makeup APQ-BYEZ-1400 27/04/2023 04/05/2023 Altrincham Campus £45 Wellbeing Hand and Nail Care APQ-BYXZ-1300 25/04/2023 02/05/2023 Altrincham Campus £45 Wellbeing Hand and Nail Care SPQ-BYXZ-1300 25/04/2023 02/05/2023 Stockport Campus £45 Indian Head Massage SPQ-BYXZ-1400 16/05/2023 23/05/2023 Stockport Campus £45 Skin and Facial Care Wellbeing SPQ-BYXZ-1500 21/04/2023 28/04/2023 Stockport Campus £45
LEARN FOR LEISURE
Hospitality
Course Course Code Start Date End Date Location Price Five Steps to Setting Up Your Own Business APQ-CYXZ-1034 19/04/2023 24/05/2023 Altrincham Campus FREE Level 1 Award in Information Technology APQ-CY1A-1004 19/04/2023 21/06/2023 Altrincham Campus FREE Entry 3 Award IN Digital Skills for Work APQ-CYEA-1001 19/04/2023 21/06/2023 Altrincham Campus FREE Yoga for Beginners APQ-CYXZ-1035 19/04/2023 24/05/2023 Altrincham Campus FREE Mandarin for Beginners APQ-CYXZ-1036 19/04/2023 28/06/2023 Altrincham Campus FREE
Adult Community
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE APRIL 2023 11 Enquire Now 0161 886 7047 communitylearning@tcg.ac.uk Course Course Code Start Date End Date Location Price Deaf Awareness Workshop XPQ-CYXZ-1056 15/05/2023 15/05/2023 Brinnington Library FREE Challenge the Cost of Living Crisis XPQ-CYXZ-1057 17/04/2023 24/04/2023 Brinnington Library FREE Awareness in Paediatric First Aid XPQ-CYXZ-1058 22/05/2023 22/05/2023 Brinnington Library FREE Using and Growing Herbs CPQ-UAEZ-1019 18/04/2023 27/06/2023 Cheadle College FREE L1 Award in Understanding the Term Mental Health CPQ-CY1A-1002 15/05/2023 22/05/2023 Cheadle College FREE Yoga for Beginners CPQ-CYXZ-1013 15/05/2023 26/06/2023 Cheadle College FREE Introduction to Floristry CPQ-CYXZ-1014 03/05/2023 14/06/2023 Cheadle College FREE L1 Award in Forming Positive Relationships SPQ-CY1A-1007 17/04/2023 24/04/2023 Stockport College FREE L1 Award in Problem Solving SPQ-CY1A-1008 15/05/2023 22/05/2023 Stockport College FREE L1 Award in Personal Resilience and Perseverance SPQ-CY1A-1009 05/06/2023 12/06/2023 Stockport College FREE E3 Award in Digital Skills for Work SPQ-CYEA-1005 20/04/2023 22/06/2023 Stockport College FREE CV Building and Interview Techniques SPQ-CYXZ-1028 21/04/2023 21/04/2023 Stockport College FREE L1 Award in Transferable Skills and Qualities SPQ-CY1A-1010 05/06/2023 12/06/2023 Stockport College FREE Level 1 Award in Information Technology SPQ-CY1A-1011 20/04/2023 22/06/203 Stockport College FREE Holiday Spanish TPQ-CYXZ-1059 20/04/2023 29/06/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Holiday Italian TPQ-CYXZ-1060 20/04/2023 29/06/2023 Stretford Campus FREE L1 Award in Understanding the Term Mental Health TPQ-CY1A-1011 08/06/2023 15/06/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Level 1 Award in Problem Solving TPQ-CY1A-1013 09/06/2023 16/06/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Introduction to British Sign Language TPQ-CYXZ-1061 04/05/2023 15/06/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Level 1 Award in Information Technology TPQ-CY1A-1014 19/04/2023 14/06/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Level 1 Award in Forming Positive Relationships TPQ-CY1A-1015 19/05/2023 26/05/2023 Stretford Campus FREE CV Building and Interview Techniques TPQ-CYXZ-1062 28/04/2023 28/04/2023 Stretford Campus FREE CV Building and Interview Techniques TPQ-CYXZ-1063 26/05/2023 26/05/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Developing Mindfulness Techniques TPQ-CYXZ-1064 26/04/2023 26/04/2023 Stretford Campus FREE L2 Award in Mentoring TPQ-CY2A-1002 27/04/2023 29/06/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Introduction to Mentoring TPQ-CYXZ-1065 20/04/2023 20/04/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Introduction to Community Development TPQ-CYXZ-1066 18/05/2023 29/06/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Level 1 Award in Cybersecurity TPQ-CY1A-1016 21/04/2023 16/06/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Introduction to IT and Digital Skills TPQ-CYXZ-1067 26/04/2023 24/05/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Holiday French for Beginners TPQ-CYXZ-1068 20/04/2023 29/06/2023 Stretford Campus FREE Gateway Entry 3 Award in Digital Skills for Work TPQ-CYEA-1004 19/04/2023 14/06/2023 Stretford Campus FREE
SKILLS FOR JOBS TECHNICAL
AND PROFESSIONAL
Whether you are starting out in your career or looking for the next opportunity, continuing your professional development is what will help you get there more quickly. We have courses across a wide range of industry sectors, all delivered by professionals who have practical and theoretical expertise to help you succeed.
Accounting
Brickwork
Building Services
Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date AAT Internal Accounting Systems and Controls Unit level 4 (Online & On Campus) TPQ-AC4Z-1400 Level 4 04/05/2023 22/06/2023
Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Level 1 Award in Bricklaying SPQ-BR1A-1300 Level 1 20/04/2023 29/06/2023
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE APRIL 2023 12 Enquire Now 0161 886 7070 trafford.ac.uk stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk info@trafford.ac.uk Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018 TPQ-BS3A-1100 Level 3 20/04/2023 28/07/2023 Stretford Campus £150 Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations TPQ-BS3A-1200 Level 3 20/04/2023 28/07/2023 Stretford Campus £150 Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Heat Pump Systems TPQ-BS3A-1300 Level 3 20/04/2023 28/07/2023 Stretford Campus £225
Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price Carpentry & Joinery Level 1 Award SPQ-CA1A-1300 Level 1 20/04/2023 29/06/2023 Stockport College £292.50 Carpentry & Joinery
Computing
Education & Training
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE APRIL 2023 13 Enquire Now 0161 886 7070 trafford.ac.uk stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk info@trafford.ac.uk Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price Counselling Concepts ABC Level 2 Award - (Day) SPQ-CU2A-1300 Level 2 18/04/2023 27/06/2023 Stockport College £295 Counselling Concepts ABC Level 2 Award - (Evening) SPQ-CU2A-1600 Level 2 18/04/2023 27/06/2023 Stockport College £295 SEG L2 Award in Counselling Concepts - Intensive Workshop APQ-CU2A-1300 Level 2 11/05/2023 25/05/2023 Altrincham College £295 NCFE L3 Diploma in Counselling Skills XPQ-DL3D-1001 Level 3 01/08/2022 31/07/2023 Online FREE NCFE L2 Certificate in Counselling Skills XPQ-DL2C-1032 Level 2 01/08/2022 31/07/2023 Online FREE Counselling Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price Introduction to Programming with Java SPQ-CPXZ-1001 Level 1 18/04/2023 04/07/2023 Stockport College £75 Introduction to Ethical Hacking and Kali Linux TPQ-CPXZ-1006 Level 1 17/04/2023 03/07/2023 Stretford Campus £150 Introduction to Search Engine Optimisation TPQ-CPXZ-1016 Level 1 17/04/2023 03/07/2023 Stretford Campus £150 Introduction to Project Management with MS Project TPQ-CPXZ-1018 Entry Level 20/04/2023 06/07/2023 Stretford Campus £150
Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price BTEC L3 Award in Education and Training SPQ-ET3A-1500 Level 3 26/04/2023 21/06/2023 Stockport Campus £430 BTEC L3 Award in Education and Training APQ-ET3A-1500 Level 3 26/04/2023 21/06/2023 Altrincham Campus £430 Diploma in Education and Training XAP-XD5X-1101-1/001 Level 5 11/9/2023 29/05/2025 Stockport Campus £2500
Early Years
Painting & Decorating
Plastering
Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price Painting & Decorating Level 2 Diploma SPQ-PD1A-1300 Level 2 20/04/2023 29/06/2023 Stockport College £292.50
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE APRIL 2023 14 Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price Level 1 Award in Plastering SPQ-PL1A-1300 Level 1 20/04/2023 29/06/2023 Stockport College £292.50
Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price NCFE CACHE Level 2 Award in an Introduction to Neuroscience in Early Years (online) XPQ-AY2A-1200 Level 2 17/04/2023 16/06/2023 Online FREE
Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price The Perfect Blow Dry SPQ-HAEZ-1300 Level 2 06/06/2023 13/06/2023 Stockport Campus £25 Cutting Men’s Hair - C & G Award APQ-HA2A-1200 Level 2 29/03/2023 05/07/2023 Altrincham Campus £250 Hair Enquire Now 0161 886 7070 trafford.ac.uk stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk info@trafford.ac.uk
Flexible Learning
Pre-Access Courses
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE APRIL 2023 15 Enquire Now 0161 886 7070 trafford.ac.uk stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk info@trafford.ac.uk Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Price NCFE L2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading XPQ-DL2C-1005 Level 2 Flexible start 28/07/2023 Online FREE NCFE L2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques XPQ-DL2C-1012 Level 2 Flexible start 23/06/2023 Online FREE NCFE L2 Certificate Understanding Climate Change and Environmental Awareness XPQ-DL2C-1033 Level 2 Flexible start 30/07/2023 Online FREE NCFE L2 Certificate in Understanding Business Improvement Techniques XPQ-DL2C-1007 Level 2 Flexible start 28/07/2023 Online FREE NCFE L2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent XPQ-DL2C-1014 Level 2 Flexible start 28/07/2023 Online FREE NCFE L2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity XPQ-DL2C-1002 Level 2 Flexible start 28/07/2023 Online FREE NCFE L2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance XPQ-DL2C-1013 Level 2 Flexible start 28/07/2023 Online FREE NCFE L2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems XPQ-DL2C-1001 Level 2 Flexible start 28/07/2023 Online FREE
Course Funding Course Code Level Start Date End Date Altrincham Stockport Stretford Price Introduction to Crime and Punishment SPQ-AH2C-1100 Level 2 26/04/2023 14/06/2023 £300 Introduction to Mental Health and Psychology SPQ-AH2C-1200 Level 2 26/04/2023 14/06/2023 £300 Introduction to Health Professionals SPQ-AH2C-1300 Level 2 26/04/2023 14/06/2023 £300
CAREERS IN AVIATION
THE AIRPORT ACADEMY AT MANCHESTER AIRPORT
We’re here to support you on your journey to a job at the airport. The Airport Academy team works with a variety of different customers and trainees, offering short courses and a potential progression to a Level 2 programme.
The Level 2 programme will help you to become work ready, improving confidence, self-esteem and interpersonal skills. The academy then ensures your job prospects really take off by actively seeking out airport vacancies for you to fill.
• Customer service
• Manual handling
• Familiarisation with the airport
• Employability skills
• Building self-confidence and mindset
• Team building
*on successful completion of the course
• Health and safety
• First aid
• Employer insight sessions
• Employer readiness
• Guaranteed interviews with key employers at Manchester Airport*
The academy will provide you with familiarisation activities within the airport to support your transition into securing work within Manchester Airport.
The academy team will help anyone who wants to find work at Manchester Airport. They are more than happy to spend time reviewing your CV and aspirations. The team will also talk to you in detail around the different types of roles available and ensure that you get the job that is right for you.
Contact us
T: 0161 489 3907 E: airport.academy@tcg.ac.uk
A: Upper Level, Above Rail Terminus, Manchester Airport, M90 3RR
AIRPORT ACADEMY
AT MANCHESTER AIRPORT
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SKILLS FOR JOBS
Have you been unemployed for a long time? Been made redundant?
We’ve supported countless residents to find new jobs in Trafford and Stockport, working closely with local employers such as Trafford Centre, NHS, Trafford Council and many others. Our employability courses will help you with: • Job seeking • Job applications • CV writing
• Success at interview • Building confidence.
We work in partnership with the Department of Work and Pensions to tailor courses to jobs. Talk to us also about one-to-one support from our specialist Job Coach when you sign up for an employability course – they’ll keep you up to date with live job opportunities in the local area. All these courses are FREE if you’re receiving benefits or are on a low income
The Skills Shop
The Skills Shop offers expert advice and help across a number of industry sectors. The Skills Shop provides a range of services including training, skills development and careers advice. One-and two-week training courses set you up for a guaranteed interview with many employers. Come and join the hundreds of successful delegates who have secured permanent work via the Skills Shop.
Training Includes:
• Employability Skills
• Customer Service
• Retail Skills
• Hospitality Skills
• Visual Merchandising
• Dealing with Challenging Customers
• Personal Resilience
• Resolving Conflict
• Managing own Finances
• Understanding Mental Health
• Problem Solving
• Forming Positive Relationships
• Introduction to Team Leading
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APPRENTICESHIPS
Did you know that you can study an apprenticeship at any age and level, depending on your skills and experience?
WHY CHOOSE AN APPRENTICESHIP:
• Earn a wage whilst you learn • Choose from a wide range of roles within different industries
• Gain specialist skills through hands on experience
• One to one learning with a work based tutor
• Develop transferrable skills
• Excellent career progression
• Receive on the job training by industry professionals
• Gain skills and knowledge recognised by industry
APPRENTICESHIPS WE OFFER
Building Services
Customer Service
Business Administrator Early Years / Childcare
Catering & Hospitality
Electrical Installation
Contruction & Trades Engineering
HIGHER APPRENTICESHIPS WE OFFER
Coaching Professional Standard
Commercial Procurement & Supply
Construction Design & Build Technician
Engineering Manufacturing Technician
Hair & Beauty
Pharmacy
Human Resources
Plumbing & Gas
IT & Digital
Procurement
Motor Vehicle
Team Leading
Hospitality Management
Associate Project Manager
Learning & Skills Teacher
Operations/ Departmental Manager
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ADULT SKILLS GUIDE APRIL 2023 19 GET IN TOUCH TO FIND OUT MORE! If you would like to explore apprenticeships at The Trafford College Group further, either as a potential apprentice or an employer, please make use of the details below. GENERAL ENQUIRES: 0161 886 746 1 APPRENTICESHIPS@TCG.AC.UK
TCG UNIVERSITY CENTRE COURSES
FOR AUTUMN 2023
Whether you are looking to enhance your career opportunities, looking to get back into work, or make the leap into University; find out how the Higher Education at our Colleges can take you to where you need to be. Our Higher Education provision focuses on transforming lives for the better and making a real difference, ensuring it remains an accessible offer that is community focused and supports local aspirations. Our courses have been co-created with employers, ensuring students are equipped with the skills to progress.
Early Years
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Construction Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price HND Building Services Engineering Top-Up (Heating Pathway) - FT SFP-HC6H-3200 Level 5 11/09/2023 20/06/2025 Stockport College £8,000 HNC Construction & the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) - FT SPQ-HC4H-1101 Level 4 11/09/2023 19/06/2024 Stockport College £8,000 HNC Building Services Engineering (Heating Pathway) Year 1 - PT SPQ-HC4H-1500 Level 4 11/09/2023 20/06/2025 Stockport College £3,600 HNC Construction & the Built Environment (Construction Pathway) Year 1 - PT SPQ-HC4H-1200 Level 4 11/09/2023 20/06/2025 Stockport College £3,600 HNC Building Services Engineering (Electrical Pathway) Year 1 - PT SPQ-HC4H-1400 Level 4 11/09/2023 20/06/2025 Stockport College £3,600 HNC Construction (Civil Engineering) Year 1 - PT SPQ-HC4H-1100 Level 4 11/09/2023 20/06/2025 Stockport College £3,600 HNC Construction & the Built Environment (Surveying Pathway) Year 1 - PT SPQ-HC4H-1300 Level 4 11/09/2023 20/06/2025 Stockport College £3,600 HND Construction & the Built Environment Top-up (Civil Engineering) - FT SFP-HC6H-3300 Level 5 11/09/2023 21/06/2024 Stockport College £8,000 HNC Construction & the Built Environment (Construction Pathway) FT SPQ-HC4H-1600 Level 4 11/09/2023 20/06/2025 Stockport College £8,000
Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price Foundation Degree Level 4 Working with Children/Young People SFP-HE4J-1200 Level 4 11/09/2023 30/05/2025 Stockport College £8,000 BA (Hons) Level 4 Childhood Studies SFP-HE4B-1100 Level 4 11/09/2023 27/05/2026 Stockport College £8,200 Foundation Degree Level 4 Early Years Practice (SHU) SFP-HE4J-1100 Level 4 11/09/2023 30/05/2025 Stockport College £8,000
Enquire Now 0161 886 7070 trafford.ac.uk stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk info@trafford.ac.uk
Computing
Engineering
Creative Media
ADULT SKILLS GUIDE APRIL 2023 21 Enquire Now 0161 886 7070 trafford.ac.uk stockport.ac.uk cheadle.ac.uk info@trafford.ac.uk Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price HND in Computing (Cyber Security) TFP-HI4H-1100 Level 5 11/09/2023 29/05/2025 Stretford Campus £8,000 HND in Computing (Network Engineering) SFP-HI4H-1100 Level 5 11/09/2023 29/05/2025 Stockport College £8,000 HND In Computing (Software Development) SFP-HI4H-1200 Level 5 11/09/2023 29/05/2025 Stockport College £8,000
Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price HNC Electrical/Electronic Engineering TPP-HM4H-1200 Level 4 11/09/2023 20/06/2025 Stretford Campus £3,600 HNC in Mechanical Engineering TPP-HM4H-1300 Level 4 11/09/2023 20/06/2025 Stretford Campus £3,600 HNC Engineering TPP-HM4H-2600 Level 4 23/09/2023 12/12/2025 Stretford Campus £3,600
Course Course Code Level Start Date End Date Location Funding Price Foundation degree Graphic Design and Illustration SPQ-HT4J-1100 Level 5 11/09/2023 29/05/2025 Stockport College £8,000 Foundation Degree in Digital Media Development SPQ-HT5H-1100 Level 5 11/09/2023 29/05/2025 Stockport College £8,000 Amend BA (Hons) Contemporary Creative Practice (Top-up) SPQ-HT4B-1100 Level 6 11/09/2023 31/05/2024 Stockport College £8,200 BA (Hons) Contemporary Photography SPQ-HT4B-1200 Level 6 11/09/2023 27/05/2026 Stockport College £8,200
ACCESS COURSES REACH YOUR POTENTIAL
We can help you develop your study and essential digital skills as well as improve your maths and English grades - giving your future opportunities a real boost.
ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION
Let us help you to achieve your university goals. Access qualifications are a great way into university. They offer adults set on entering higher education an intensive learning opportunity that builds on their life experiences and any prior learning they have gained to date.
Students who pay for their Access to HE course with an Advanced Learner Loan and go on to successfully complete a Higher Education course, can get their Access course for FREE.
You can apply online and we will contact you to begin the interview and assessment process straight away. You will then receive an offer to start your course.
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Course Funding Course Code Level Start Date End Date Altrincham Stockport Stretford Price Access to HE Level 3 Diploma (Science) SFP-AH3D-1200 Level 3 11/09/2023 21/06/2024 £3,384 Access to HE Level 3 Diploma (Nursing & Midwifery) SFP-AH3D-1100 Level 3 11/09/2023 21/06/2024 £3,384 Access to HE Level 3 Diploma (Social Sciences) CFP-UA3D-1400 Level 3 11/09/2023 21/06/2024 £3,022 Access to HE Level 3 Diploma (Health Science) SFP-AH3D-1300 Level 3 11/09/2023 21/06/2024 £3,384 Access to HE Level 3 Diploma (Engineering) TFP-AH3D-1200 Level 3 11/09/2023 21/06/2024 £3,928 Access to HE Level 3 Diploma (Computing & Digital Technology) TFP-AH3D-1500 Level 3 25/09/2023 05/07/2024 £3,022 Pre-Access to Higher Education SFP-AH2D-1100 Level 3 25/09/2023 31/05/2024 £1,987 Skills for Health and Care Professions SFP-AH2D-1100 Level 3 25/09/2023 31/05/2024 £1,987
SKILLS FOR CONSTRUCTION & LOGISTICS ROLES
Do you want to work in Construction or Logistics?
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Construction Skills Academy provides you with the skills and training you require and will guarantee you an interview after your 2-3 week intensive training. Our training team have over 50 years combined in the Cconstruction and logistics sector. TRAINING INCLUDES: Contact the Team for more information Shaun.donnelly@tcg.ac.uk Introduction to the Construction/Logistics Sector Securing Employment in the Construction Sector Full CSCS Training, Test & Card Health & Safety Manual Handling Fork Lift Truck Licence including full Training
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