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*Overall student achievement rate, General FE Colleges in London. Source: DfE National Achievement Rates Tables - 2016/17

Study at one of our five excellent Colleges:

Hammersmith & Fulham College

Ealing GreenCollege

Southall Community College

ParkRoyalCollege

West London Construction Academy

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WESTLONDONCOLLEGECOURSE GUIDE

2019/20

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WELCOME TO WEST

LONDON COLLEGE:

Further Education

Vocational qualifications with a focus on enterprise, progression and employment.

Higher Education

Technical and academic education which is sector-relevant, flexible and affordable.

Apprenticeships & Employer Engagement

A local, regional and national provider of apprenticeships and skills training.

WHAT WE OFFER

OUR MISSION

To improve lives through education, training, skills and development, fostering social and economic success.

Open Days are a great way for you and your family to find out more about the College and the courses available to you. Come along to see our facilities, meet our students and speak to staff about our courses and career paths.

To register to attend please visit wlc.ac.uk/opendays

OPEN DAYS

We work with so many amazing organisations and businesses, including:

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We have been awarded an Ofsted rating of Good and have been praised for our

strong focus on careers and employment, as well as our top

achievement rates.

GOOD OFSTED

Our staff continuously strive to improve teaching methods and

student engagement. As a Google College, we take innovation in technology seriously; our staff have been developing the way

we use tools, apps and programs to enhance learning.

INNOVATION

We believe you can balance college, work and social activities, which is why all of our full-time courses are taught across four days. This gives you extra time to work part-time and earn money, volunteer or

complete assignments.

FLEXIBLE STUDY PROGRAMMES

West London College secured first position in the National

Achievement Rate Tables for both Overall Achievement and Adult

Achievement, and we are also the only London further education college in the top 10 colleges

nationally.

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Our aim is to get you career ready, and not just to pass your exams. That is why we offer a

range of benefits, including work experience, careers advisers,

interview and CV builder sessions and partnerships

with key employers.

FOCUS ON CAREERS

We pride ourselves on providing facilities that allow our students

the best environment to learn. Our specialist facilities include industry standard kitchens, aircraft cabin,

TV studio, construction workshops and beauty therapy rooms.

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STUDENT

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STUDENTS’ UNION

All students automatically become members of the Students’ Union (SU) when they enrol at West London College. The SU works closely with the Leadership Team and helps make the important decisions that face the College every day. They also organise events and leisure activities such as employability fairs, guest speakers and talent shows. Members of the SU can apply for an NUS card which qualifies them for discounts at various shops, restaurants and cinemas.

The SU Executive Committee is made up of elected student representatives. We have a committee per College, working together to ensure that your voice is heard. Students can apply for positions such as President, Student Governor and Equality & Diversity Officer in elections that take place in September each year.

Student Services is where you can receive information and advice, while getting more closely involved in college life.

The services we offer include:

• Information, advice and guidance

• Careers advice and employability skills

• Student support funds

• Students’ Union

• Support for young people in care

• Events and guest speakers

• Addition Learning Support

• Mental health advice from MIND

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Our students’ safety is of the highest importance to us. You can rest assured that each of our Colleges are safe environments where you are free to reach your full potential. All students, staff and visitors need an ID badge to access College buildings, and security teams are on hand at all times. We also have a team of trained safeguarding officers based at each College for you to discuss any queries or concerns about safeguarding with.

As parents and guardians you will want to ensure that your child makes the right decision for their future. You will also want to know that as an education provider, we not only take an interest in our students’ success rates but also their general wellbeing while they are at the College. We believe in working with you to help our students to succeed.

We do this by communicating regularly with you, providing progress reports on performance, coursework deadlines, exams and attendance. You will also be invited to parents’ evenings, giving you the opportunity to meet our tutors and discuss and achievements or concerns.

WORK EXPERIENCE

At West London College, every student is guaranteed the opportunity for work experience. With dedicated careers hubs at a number of Colleges, we offer careers advice, interview and CV building sessions and partnerships with key employers. We are focused on helping you achieve your career goals, whether the next step is university, an apprenticeship, further training or employment.

SAFETY, SECURITY &

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QUALIFICATIONS

WE OFFER COURSES AT FIVE COLLEGES ACROSS WEST LONDON:


Ealing GreenCollege


ParkRoyalCollege


The College offers courses from Entry Level to Level 3 for 16 - 18 year olds; as well as progression opportunities at Level 4 or above. Find out more about the levels in the chart below:

*The entry requirements listed are a guide to applications. Please see individual course listings for specific entry requirements. Initial assessements may be required to test levels of English and maths. Equilvalent qualifications will be considered.

Level Course content Entry requirements* Possible Progression

Further develop your professional and technical skills, knowledge and understanding of your subject area over 1–2 years

• 5 GCSEs grade A*-C (including English Language & Maths). However, if you don’t have English & Maths, there is possibly the option to retake

• Level 2 grade merit and GCSEs A*-C in English Language & Maths

• Higher Education (Level 4+)• Employment• Apprenticeship

Develop your skills and knowledge to prepare you for employment, training or study

• 2-4 GCSEs grade A*-D in English Language & Maths

• Level 3 qualifications such as A-Levels or BTEC

• Employment• Level 3 Apprenticeship

A practical introduction to give you a solid foundation to build on

• Entry 3 Level qualifications (internal assessment to ensure appropriate literacy and numeracy)

• Level 2 BTEC or Vocational qualifications

• Level 2 Apprenticeship• GCSEs

Varying in focus, gives you a snapshot into the sector

• No formal entry requirements (internal assessment to ensure appropriate literacy and numeracy)

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Being our biggest site means that Hammersmith & Fulham College utilises the space available to provide lots of facilities for specialist learning. Our full-service training restaurant has been awarded a Highly Commended Rosette from AA Hospitality and a Silver Accreditation from People 1st. We also have a commercial Hair & Beauty salon where students provide services to paying clients, as well as a simulated aircraft cabin and check-in area, sports labs, a strengthening and conditioning gym, a virtual reality room, computer labs with the latest technology and supported learning facilities.

WHERE TO FIND USGliddon Road, Barons Court, London W14 9BL

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Located between Ealing Green and Walpole Park, Ealing Green College specialises in digital, creative and science and ESOL courses. Equipped with a TV studio, photography darkroom, computer labs with the latest Adobe software, art studios and science labs, Ealing Green College is the place to study for a great career in these sectors.

WHERE TO FIND USThe Green, Ealing, London W5 5EW

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Situated at the heart of a vibrant community, Southall Community College offers a broad range of subjects to fit the needs of the area. With plenty of development happening nearby including Southall Manor House restaurant, the Southall Waterside building development, Crossrail and the Heathrow expansion, there has never been a better time to look at the wide range of vocational opportunities at Southall Community College.

WHERE TO FIND USBeaconsfield Road, Southall, Middlesex UB1 1DP

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Park Royal College is a new site for West London. With increasing job opportunities in the construction industry, we want to ensure there are specialised courses available for school leavers and adults. This purpose-built site offers a range of courses with real careers in mind, giving you the practical skills needed for many exciting employment opportunities.

WHERE TO FIND USUnit 1, Nucleus Park, Central Way, Park Royal, London NW10 7XT

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Based on the Southall Waterside Development, managed by Berkeley Homes Group, you will benefit from working on a live building site with practical, hands-on learning. This large-scale construction project in the heart of west London will give you valuable experience that will help get you ahead in the job market.

WHERE TO FIND USSouthall Waterside, 170 Brent Road, Southall, Middlesex UB2 5LE

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With this area you can progress into higher levels of study up to Higher Education, or employment. This qualification aims to give you the opportunity to develop essential skills to create a firm foundation in animal care.

CHOOSE THE COURSE FOR YOU:

COURSE LEVEL DURATION COLLEGE

Foundation Certificate in Animal Care 1 1 year

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We personalise learning programmes, providing a more tailored course for each student. It begins with an in-depth understanding of each student, and provides relevant opportunities that support them as they progress to their next levels.

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This course is for you if you want to work in the field of animal care. You will study topics such as feeding and watering horses, movement of animals, care of animals and farm animal health.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• No formal entry requirements

PROGRESSION

• Further study• Employment

FOUNDATION

CERTIFICATE IN

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1 YEAR | HAMMERSMITH

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APPLIED

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Foundation Diploma in Applied Science & Technology 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Applied Science 2 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in Applied Science 3 2 years

Foundation Diploma in CSI & Forensic Science 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in CSI & Forensic Science 2 1 year


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Our Applied Science courses engage and inspire by showing you how many contemporary issues require a grasp of fundamental scientific and mathematical ideas. Studying science will broaden your understanding of the world around you and will equip you with the skills needed to approach most matters in a reasoned and analytical manner.

Classes are taught in modern well-equipped labs with plenty of practical opportunities, industry visits and field trips. You will have access to scientific magazines and journals, simulation models, laboratory equipment and scientific and mathematical software packages.

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Biomedical Scientist

Chemist

Dentist

Forensic Scientist

Midwife

Nurse

Optician

Paramedic

Pharmacist

Science Technician

Veterinary Nurse

and many more..!

CAREER

PROGRESSION

This course includes a series of practical and theoretical topics from Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths, giving you enough depth and breadth to continue onto a career in science.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Applied Science

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in CSI & Forensic Science

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN APPLIED SCIENCE &

TECHNOLOGY

LEVEL 1

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This course is for you if you are looking to progress into a career in the science industry or through Higher Education. This qualification is designed to provide specialist work-related experience, giving you the knowledge, understanding and skills to prepare you for employment. You will cover topics such as biotechnology, biology, energy, the universe, chemical analysis, health applications and the living body, among others.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 4 GCSEs grade 9-3 including English Language, Maths & Science

OR• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Applied

Science & Technology / CSI & Forensic Science, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-3

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Applied Science

INTERMEDIATE DIPLOMA

IN APPLIED SCIENCE

LEVEL 2

ADVANCED EXTENDED

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This course is for you if you are looking to progress into a career in the science industry or on to Higher Education. This qualification has been designed to develop your common core knowledge, including scientific practical techniques, microbiology, biochemistry, industrial chemical reactions, electrical circuits, physiological investigations, genetics and genetic engineering, medical physics techniques, diseases and infections, energy changes and practical chemical analysis, among others.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 4 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language & Maths and 8,8 in Double Science

OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Applied

Science / CSI & Forensic Science, and GCSEs English Language & Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION

• Higher Education• Employment in the science and medical

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This course covers topics such as energy, waves and radiation, living systems, electronics for forensic concepts, chemistry for forensic detection, mathematics tools in science, working in science and technology, scientific observation equipment and effective communication.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in CSI & Forensic Science

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Applied Science

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

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SCIENCE

LEVEL 1

GATEWAY | 1 YEAR | HAMMERSMITH | EALING

This course covers units such as investigating a crime scene, biotechnology procedures, working in a science-based organisation, biology and our environment, chemical analysis and detection, health applications of life science and a variety of physics and mathematical principles.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Applied

Science & Technology / CSI & Forensic Science, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-3

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• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Applied Science


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APPRENTICESHIPS

• Earn while you learn• Get holiday pay• Learn on the job• Benefit from support during training• Get the skills employers want• Gain a nationally recognised qualification

WHY BECOME AN

APPRENTICE?

STUDYING AN APPRENTICESHIP

OFFERS YOU THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

Knowledge• This is the technical certificate and covers

the theory which is delivered when you attend College. These are the skills you will put into practice at work.

Competence• This is the practical side of your

programme, with targets and checks to guarantee that your employer is supporting you and you are making progress.

Functional Skills • This is the area that covers English, Maths

and ICT.

Transferable Skills• These are the skills that help you develop

your personal learning and thinking.

THE PROGRAMME CONSISTS

OF THE FOLLOWING:

HOW DOES THE

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PROGRAMME WORK?

Apprenticeships are a great opportunity if you want to progress to a higher qualification, gain work experience and/or follow a vocational route to university or employment. The range of skills and knowledge you achieve will prepare you for whichever future path you choose to pursue. Apprenticeships are available across most industry sectors and are a great way to gain recognised qualifications whilst gaining real workplace experience.

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WHAT TRAINING

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RECEIVE?

Apprenticeships are designed with the help of employers to make sure they offer a structured programme that takes you through the skills you need. There are targets and checks to make sure that your employer is supporting you and you are making progress.

As an employee you will be in employment for most of your time as most training takes place on the job. The rest usually takes place at College or a specialist training organisation.

HOW MANY HOURS

WILL I WORK?

Your employment will be for at least 30 hours per week. There may be a small number of circumstances where the learner cannot complete the full 30 hours. In these cases employment will be for more than 16 hours per week.

• Be ordinarily resident in the UK/EU for the last three years prior to the enrolment date

• Not be a graduate or qualified at Level 4 or above

• Not hold a vocational qualification in a similar subject area

• Not be participating in any other funded education or training including school or college courses

ELIGIBILITY FOR

APPRENTICESHIPS

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR AN

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Business Services

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Business Administration 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Business Administration 3 1 year

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Customer Services 2 1 year

Intermediate Apprenticeship in HR Support 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Team Leader / Supervisor 3 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Infrastructure Technician 3 1 year

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Accounting 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Accounting 3 1 year


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Intermediate Apprenticeship in Childcare 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Childcare 3 1 year

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Support Teaching & Learning in Schools 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Support Teaching & Learning in Schools 3 1 year

Hair & Beauty

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Hairdressing 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Hairdressing 3 1 year

Hospitality & Catering

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Commis Chef 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Chef de Partie 3 1 year

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Hospitality 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Hospitality 3 1 year

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Food Production & Cooking 2 1 year

Construction & Engineering

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Wood Occupations 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Wood Occupations 3 1 year

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Plumbing 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Plumbing 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Electrical Installation 3 1 year

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Property Maintenance 3 1 year

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Brickwork 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Brickwork 3 1 year

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Plastering 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Fibrous Plastering 3 1 year

Intermediate Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle 2 1 year

Advanced Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle 3 1 year

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Foundation Diploma in Art, Design & Media 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Art & Design (Fine Art) 2 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Fine Art) 3 2 years

Intermediate Diploma in Art & Design (Design) 2 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Graphic Design) 3 2 years

Advanced Diploma in Art & Graphic Design Foundation Studies 3 & 4 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Interactive Media) 3 2 years


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All the Art & Design courses are at Ealing Green College, with industry standard facilities and equipment to prepare you for your career in this sector.

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Animator

Camera Operator

Director

Editor

Games Designer

Journalist

Mobile Apps Developer

Photographer

Producer

PR & Marketing

Script Writer

Studio Manager

Web Developer

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UAL | 1 YEAR | EALING

This course is for you if you have interest in creative activities involving art, design and media. You will do traditional drawing, painting, modelling, and also make digital art using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and interactive media software. Additionally, you will produce video projects and photographic work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Art & Design (Fine Art)

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Art & Design (Design)

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN ART, DESIGN & MEDIA

LEVEL 1

This qualification is about creativity and is for you if you’re interested in ‘traditional’ art and design. On this course you will be introduced to a wide range of creative activities, including drawing, painting, collage and sculpture work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 2 GCSEs grade 9-3 including English Language

OR• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Art, Design

& Media, and GCSE English Language at grade 9-3

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Fine Art)


IN ART & DESIGN

(FINE ART)

LEVEL 2


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This course is for you if you want to develop your understanding and experience of art, craft and design media, methods and techniques. It will introduce you to the skills and knowledge needed to work in the art and design industries.During your course, you will get the opportunity to work in a wide range of mediums including drawing, painting, 3D work, as well as some digital applications.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Art & Design

(Fine Art) at grade Merit, and 2 GCSEs at grade 9-4 including English Language

PROGRESSION

• Higher Education• Employment

ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN ART &

DESIGN (FINE ART)

LEVEL 3

BTEC | 2 YEARS | EALING

This qualification is about creativity and is for you if you’re interested in a mixture of cutting edge digital work and traditional art and design activities. On this course you will be introduced to a wide range of creative activities, including software-based design, animation, website design, graphic design, illustration, drawing, painting, collage and sculpture work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS



& Media

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Graphic Design)

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Interactive Media)


IN ART & DESIGN

(DESIGN)

LEVEL 2


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This course gives you the opportunity to combine digital technology with traditional art techniques. You will develop skills that enable you to produce exciting, creative and imaginative work in such areas as animation, illustration, interactive media, video work, 3D modelling, games design and traditional art and design work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Creative

Media Production & Technology, and 2 GCSEs at grade 9-4 including English Language

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This course is for you if you are interested in pursuing a career in the graphic design industry. You will develop your skills in drawing and painting, typography, packaging, mixed media, magazine design, 3D design, advertising and storyboards. You will work in ‘traditional’ art & design mediums, and learn about uses of computers in the design industry using software including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and MS PowerPoint.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Art & Design

(Design), and 2 GCSEs at grade 9-4 including English Language

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ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN ART &

DESIGN (GRAPHIC

DESIGN)

LEVEL 3

ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN ART &

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This course is for you if you want to become a Graphic Designer. It is the preferred route to Higher Education Art & Design specialist study. On the course, you will build an extensive portfolio of work in a variety of media, developing a range of transferable skills that will be essential for both further study and employment (such as creative thinking, critical reflection, research skills, problem solving and communication skills).

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in an arts-related subject, and 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language & Maths

OR• 1 A-Level grade A*-C in a creative subject,

and 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language & Maths

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN

ART & GRAPHIC DESIGN

LEVEL 3 & 4

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CONSTRUCTION


Introduction to Brickwork & Plastering Entry 1 year

Foundation Diploma in Brickwork 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Brickwork 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Brickwork 3 1 year

Foundation Diploma in Plastering 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Plastering 2 1 year


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Choose a course with us and gain the skills, experience and confidence you will need to compete in the job market. You could study brickwork, carpentry and joinery, plastering and dry lining, electrical installation and plumbing. Whatever your level, we will set you on the path to a construction career.

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Advanced Diploma in Plastering 3 1 year

Intermediate Certificate in Plastering: Interior Systems 2 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Dry Lining 2 1 year

Introduction to Construction Skills Entry 1 year

Foundation Certificate in Design, Engineer & Construct 1 1 year

Intermediate Certificate in Design, Engineer & Construct 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Design, Engineer & Construct 3 2 years

Advanced Diploma in Construction & the Built Environment 3 2 years

Foundation Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Bench Joinery 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Bench Joinery 3 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Site Carpentry 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Site Carpentry 3 1 year

Foundation Diploma in Electrical Installation 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Electrical Installation 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Electrical Installation 3 1 year

Foundation Diploma in Plumbing 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Plumbing 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Plumbing 3 1 year

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CITY & GUILDS | 1 YEAR | WLCA

This course is for you if you want to work as a bricklayer in the construction sector. You will learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and career progression in bricklaying. You will cover blocklaying, bricklaying, cavity walling and building masonry.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Brickwork

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN BRICKWORK

LEVEL 1

This practical course will introduce you to the skills of bricklaying and plastering, and is perfect if you know you would like to follow a career in the construction industry but are not sure which trade to choose. Learning a trade can give you a good employment base and there is almost always a need for skilled tradespeople.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Brickwork• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Plastering

INTRODUCTION TO

BRICKWORK &

PLASTERING

ENTRY LEVEL


Recently, our Fibrous Plastering

apprentice, Jamie Clarke, who

studies at the West London

Construction Academy won

Apprentice of the Year Runner-

up at The Plaisterers’ Company

Training Awards 2018.

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Building Inspector

Carpenter

Chartered Surveyor

Civil Engineer

Construction Manager

Electrician

Film & Theatre Set Creator

Joiner

Plasterer

Plumber

Site Manager

Sub-Contractor

and many more..!

CAREER

PROGRESSION

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This course is for you if you want to work as a bricklayer in the construction sector. You will learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and career progression in bricklaying. You will cover safe working practices, building methods and construction technology, interpreting working drawings, joint masonry and masonry cladding, solid walling and cavity walling.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Brickwork

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Brickwork


IN BRICKWORK

LEVEL 2


This advanced bricklaying qualification is aimed at you if you want to work as a site bricklayer. At this level, you will learn advanced skills in site bricklaying. You will cover interpreting working drawings to set our masonry structures, thin joint masonry, masonry cladding, solid walling, cavity walling and isolated and attached piers. Units also include constructing radial and battered brickwork, fireplaces and chimneys.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Brickwork

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA

IN BRICKWORK

LEVEL 3

Our West London Construction

Academy officially opened with

the aim of tackling the UK’s

building skills crisis and stopping

the exodus of talent from the

industry.

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This course will develop your skills within the plastering trade and you will build on the foundation from Level 1. You will cover topics such as plastering interiors, drylining and plasterboarding, laying sand and cement screeds, applying plastering materials to external backgrounds and casting fibrous plasterwork.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Plastering

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Plastering


IN PLASTERING

LEVEL 2


As a trained plasterer you could work on housing sites, city developments, domestic extensions and conservatories, new work, conversions or repairs. You might want the security of site work or possibly branch out on your own, become self-employed and start your own business. You will cover topics such as fibrous work, technical drawing, calculating materials and communication.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Plastering • Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in

Plastering: Interior Systems• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Dry Lining

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN PLASTERING

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This course gives you the high-level experience that will set you on your career in plastering. You will cover topics such as in-situ moulds, applying plastering materials to interiors and exteriors, reverse moulds for fibrous plaster, cement casting, fixing fibrous plaster and cement casts.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Plastering• Level 2 Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in

Plastering: Interior Systems• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Dry Lining

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN

PLASTERING

LEVEL 3


Dry lining consists of the application of plasterboard to surfaces such as timber, masonry or metal using different fixings for each background. It can be used to create internal partitions and is a much quicker method than using wet plaster. You will cover topics such as setting out internal walling, installing dry lining partitions, finishing dry lining joints and applying plasters to plasterboard backgrounds.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Plastering

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Plastering


IN DRY LINING

LEVEL 2

The state-of-the-art West

London Construction Academy

is situated on Berkeley’s

88-acre regeneration site in

Southall and will be delivered in

partnership with Berkeley.

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CITY & GUILDS | 1 YEAR | PARK ROYAL

This course covers a range of hand skills and practical tasks in the following trade areas: Bricklaying; Carpentry & Joinery; Plastering; and Wall & Floor Tiling.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Brickwork• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Plastering• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Carpentry &

Joinery• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Electrical

Installation• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Plumbing• Level 1 Foundation Certificate in Design,

Engineer & Construct

INTRODUCTION TO

CONSTRUCTION SKILLS

ENTRY LEVEL

This is the course you need to get you ready to be creative and inspiring in the Built Environment world. Through a project based approach DEC applies academic subjects to the latest construction industry practices. You will cover topics such as understanding the roles within construction teams, understanding issues with planning legislation and controls, defining a sustainable construction project, procurement for a construction project and producing technical designs.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Design, Engineer & Construct

FOUNDATION

CERTIFICATE IN DESIGN,

ENGINEER & CONSTRUCT

LEVEL 1

TQ | 1 YEAR | PARK ROYAL

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This is the course you need to specialise in the Built Environment world. Through a project based approach DEC applies academic subjects to the latest construction industry practices. You will cover topics such as setting standards in a project, concept design, supporting a planning application, preparing a design brief, developing building services elements in a project, budgeting and financial planning for a sustainable construction project and detailed evaluating of a construction project.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language & Maths

OR• Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Design,


PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN

DESIGN, ENGINEER &

CONSTRUCT

LEVEL 3

TQ | 2 YEARS | PARK ROYAL

This is the course you need to develop your creativity further in the Built Environment world. Through a project based approach DEC applies academic subjects to the latest construction industry practices. You will cover topics such as formulating project briefs, understanding a client’s needs and evaluating a sustainable construction project.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 1 Foundation Certificate in Design,


PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Design, Engineer & Construct

INTERMEDIATE

CERTIFICATE IN DESIGN,

ENGINEER & CONSTRUCT

LEVEL 2

TQ | 1 YEAR | PARK ROYAL

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West London College Awarded the Mayor’s Construction Academy Quality Mark.

The Mayor’s Construction Academy has been developed with the support of construction employers, industry experts and skills providers to close the gap between the need for more homes and the shortage of skilled construction workers. Rather than a single centre, the Academy is a network of construction skills providers across London.

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: “London is home to some of the most exciting and dynamic talent but there’s no denying we face a shortage in construction skills.”

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This course gives you a foundation in both carpentry and joinery trade techniques. You will cover building methods, forming basic woodworking joints, maintaining hand tools and using power tools.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Bench Joinery

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Site Carpentry

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN CARPENTRY &

JOINERY

LEVEL 1


This course is for you if you are seeking a varied, highly-valued qualification, with the practical and theoretical tools of the construction industry, to progress onto a number of high-earning jobs within the sector. You will cover topics such as health and safety, sustainable construction, science and materials, mathematics in construction, building technology, graphical detailing, estimating and tendering, processes in civil engineering and building surveying, among others.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 vocational qualification at grade

Merit, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION


BTEC | 2 YEARS | PARK ROYAL

ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN

CONSTRUCTION & THE

BUILT ENVIRONMENT

LEVEL 3

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This course builds on the foundation set in the Level 1 and develops your skills in the bench joinery craft. You will cover skills such as operating a circular saw, setting out details for bench joinery products, marking out from setting out details and manufacture bench joinery products.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-3

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Bench Joinery


IN BENCH JOINERY

LEVEL 2


This course deepens your knowledge of the bench joinery trade and expands your skills to be able to work in the construction sector.You will cover skills such as setting up and using fixed and transportable machinery, manufacturing shaped doors and frames, and manufacturing stairs with turns.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Bench Joinery, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN

BENCH JOINERY

LEVEL 3

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This course builds on the foundation set in the Level 1 and develops your skills in the site carpentry craft. You will cover skills such as first fix flooring and roofing, first fix frames, partitions and start, second fixing operations, carpentry maintenance and operating a circular saw.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-3

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Site Carpentry


IN SITE CARPENTRY

LEVEL 2


This course deepens your knowledge of the site carpentry trade and expands your skills to be able to work in the construction sector. You will cover skills such as first fix flooring and roofing, first fix frames, partitions and start, second fixing double doors and mouldings, setting up and operating fixed and transportable machinery.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Site Carpentry, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN

SITE CARPENTRY

LEVEL 3

The College hosted another

successful regional heat of

SkillBuild 2018 for the fourth

consecutive year with six

of our students competing

in Carpentry, Joinery and

Plastering and all placing

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This course is for you if you are wanting to learn the basic skills involved in electrical installation. The qualification covers a range of practical skills and underpinning knowledge involved in electrical installation, including environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings, site preparation, electrical installation wiring and terminations, electrical science and technology.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Electrical Installation

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN ELECTRICAL

INSTALLATION

LEVEL 1


This qualification develops your practical skills and knowledge involved in electrical installation. You will increase your understanding of topics such as environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings, site preparation, electrical installation wiring and terminations, electrical science and technology.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 3 GCSEs grade 9-3 including English Language or Maths

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Electrical Installation

• Employment


IN ELECTRICAL

INSTALLATION

LEVEL 2


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This course will cover the practical and job-related knowledge needed for those who want to work in the plumbing industry. The aim of the qualification is to provide a basic introduction to the plumbing sector.

Key areas of study include fundamental safe working practices, environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings, site preparation, above-ground drainage, copper pipework, plastic pressure pipework, low carbon steel pipework, and installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Plumbing

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN PLUMBING

LEVEL 1

You will study topics such as inspecting, testing and commissioning electrical systems, fault diagnosis and rectification.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Electrical Installation, and 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language & Maths

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA

IN ELECTRICAL

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This course will cover the practical and job-related knowledge needed for those who want to work in the plumbing industry. You will cover scientific principles for domestic, industrial and commercial plumbing, common plumbing processes, cold water systems, domestic hot water systems, sanitation, central heating systems and drainage systems.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Plumbing, and 4 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language, Maths & Science

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Plumbing


IN PLUMBING

LEVEL 2


This course will cover the practical and job-related knowledge needed for those who want to work in the plumbing industry. You will study plumbing systems planning and installation, complex cold water systems, domestic hot water systems, sanitation and drainage systems, central heating systems and domestic gas systems.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Plumbing, and 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language, Maths & Science

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN

PLUMBING

LEVEL 3

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BUSINESS


Introduction to Business Entry 1 year

Foundation Diploma in Business 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Business 2 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in Business 3 2 years

Intermediate Diploma in Accounting (AAT Academy) 2 1 year


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You will learn how organisations operate and what makes a business successful, focusing on areas such as retail, finance, accounting, communication, marketing and administration. We also offer the opportunity to explore starting your own business and gaining the competences required to succeed as an entrepreneur.

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Accountant

Advertising Manager

Bank Manager

Consultant

Customer Services Manager

Events Manager

Financial Advisor

Financial Controller

HR Manager

Insurance Broker

Marketing Manager

Project Manager

PR Manager

Recruitment Consultant

Retail Manager

Sales Manager

Social Media Manager

and many more..!

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This course is for you if you want to progress in business, administration or finance. You will cover topics such as study skills, generating and presenting a business idea, marketing, using numbers in business, sales and purchases in business and preparing for work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Business

INTRODUCTION

TO BUSINESS

ENTRY LEVEL

BTEC | 1 YEAR | HAMMERSMITH

As well as introducing the world of business, this course will lay the foundations to be successful at Level 2 and beyond. You will learn important skills such as being organised and working with others, as well as how to use a variety of software packages.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Business

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN BUSINESS

LEVEL 1

West London College students

competed against local

schools in an exciting Dragon’s

Den format to pitch ideas of

innovative ways to tackle social

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Megan Walsh, Level 3 Apprenticeship in Business Administration, has been highly commended in the Ealing Apprenticeship Network’s Apprentice of the Year Award.

Megan quickly become an integral part of the team, working diligently around the office and always ensuring the administration in the team is first rate. She also regularly interacts with employers, teachers and parents by providing them with a belief in the value of apprenticeship training through her own experiences.

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This course will develop your knowledge and understanding of business in general. You will cover a wide range of units such as marketing, business purposes and organisations, financial forecasting, personal selling and online business. As this course is part of a study programme you will be given the opportunity to also work with businesses on projects and complete at least 5 days of work experience.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• GCSEs grade 9-3 in English Language & Maths

OR• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Business

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Business

INTERMEDIATE

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS

LEVEL 2

BTEC | 2 YEARS | HAMMERSMITH

This course will develop your knowledge and understanding of the business world. You will study a wide range of subject areas such as exploring business, developing a marketing campaign, personal and business finance, managing events, international business, principles of management and business decision making.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Business at

grade Merit, and GCSE English Language & Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION

• Higher Education• Employment• Start your own business

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DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS

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This Academy programme is designed to provide you with the skills to being your career in accountancy. You will also master more complex financial processes, including final accounts for sole traders and partnerships, reports and returns and professional ethics. Other topics you will cover include double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing and maintaining cost accounting records.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting (AAT)

• Employment in accounting and finance functions or sectors

INTERMEDIATE

DIPLOMA IN

ACCOUNTING

(AAT ACADEMY)

LEVEL 2

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CHILDCARE



Introduction Certificate for the Care Sector Entry 1 year

Foundation Certificate for the Care Sector 1 1 year

Intermediate Certificate in Early Years Educator 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Early Years Education & Care 3 2 years H

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We offer a range of courses to help you start your career in childcare. By gaining the right qualification and practical experience, you receive the encouragement and tools to progress to higher study or employment.

We offer students access to work placements and recruitment opportunities in their chosen field. Using our industry contacts to work with employers we provide courses that equip our students with skills they can use in the workplace.

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Child Psychologist

Crèche Supervisor

Crèche Worker

Nursery Worker

Psychologist

Social Worker

Teacher Training

Teaching Assistant

and many more..!

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and award winning nursery

at Hammersmith & Fulham

College! For more details go to

wlc.ac.uk/nursery.

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This is a work-related qualification. It gives you the knowledge, understanding and skills you need to prepare for the higher level qualifications and onto employment. You will study topics including communication between children and adults, and planning for the physical care needs of children aged under 3 years old.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 1 Foundation Certificate for the Care Sector

INTRODUCTION

CERTIFICATE FOR THE

CARE SECTOR

ENTRY LEVEL


This qualification will develop your knowledge of the types of provision in the Health & Social Care and Children & Young People’s sectors. It includes looking into principles and values, health and safety, the roles played by workers and working with others. You will undertake work experience and will need to obtain a valid Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) as required by law for all people working with children.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Early Years Educator

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Health & Social Care

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The qualification prepares you for work with children between birth and five years old, and to gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years old. You will undertake work experience and will need to obtain a valid Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) as required by law for all people working with children.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Early Years Education & Care

INTERMEDIATE

CERTIFICATE IN EARLY

YEARS EDUCATOR

LEVEL 2


This course prepares you to become an Early Years Educator, developing your knowledge of children from birth to 7 years old. You will undertake work experience and will need to obtain a valid Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) as required by law for all people working with children.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Early

Years Educator

PROGRESSION

• Higher Education• Licensed Early Years Educator

ADVANCED DIPLOMA

IN EARLY YEARS

EDUCATION & CARE

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Foundation Certificate in IT 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in IT 2 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in IT (Gaming, Animation & Multimedia) 2 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in IT (Digital Creativity Application Development) 3 2 years

Advanced Diploma in Virtual & Augmented Reality 3 2 years

Advanced Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production (Game Design) 3 2 years

Intermediate Certificate in Cyber Security & IT Support 2 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in IT (Networking & System Support) 3 2 years


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Whether you want to be a web designer, a network specialist or an application developer, our Computing & ICT courses will help you progress to higher education or employment. Our teachers have years of industry experience and are accredited to deliver professional courses such as Microsoft, Comptia, Certified Internet Web Professional (CIW), Cisco, Unity and Java Programming. All study programmes will include modules such as Word and Excel to gain an additional Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) qualification as well.

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Games Designer

Games Developer

Interactive Media Designer

IT Sales Manager

IT Technician

Mobile Apps Developer

Network Engineer

Digital Manager

Software Developer

Software Programmer

Systems Analyst

Web Designer

Web Developer

and many more..!

CAREER

PROGRESSION

HAMMERSMITH | EALING | SOUTHALL

This course is for you if you are planning a career in IT or computing. As well as introducing the world of IT, this course will also develop the skills you need to be successful at Level 2 and beyond. You will learn important skills such as being organised and working with others, as well as how to use a variety of software packages.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in IT• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in IT (Gaming,

Animation & Multimedia)• Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Cyber

Security & IT Support

FOUNDATION

CERTIFICATE IN IT

LEVEL 1

BTEC | 1 YEAR

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This course is for you if you are planning a career in IT or computing. As well as learning how to use a variety of software packages, you will also be taught important skills such as internet safety and setting up a PC.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-3

OR• Level 1 Foundation Certificate in IT

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in IT (Digital Creativity Application Development)

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in IT (Networking & System Support)

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Virtual & Augmented Reality

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production (Game Design)

INTERMEDIATE

DIPLOMA IN IT

LEVEL 2

BTEC | 1 YEAR


This is an IT qualification with a focus on games and animation. It is for you if you are interested in a mixture of IT and creative subjects. The course will allow you to develop your skills in cutting edge digital work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS



PROGRESSION


• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in IT (Digital Creativity Application Development)

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Virtual & Augmented Reality


BTEC | 1 YEAR

INTERMEDIATE

DIPLOMA IN IT

(GAMING, ANIMATION

& MULTIMEDIA)

LEVEL 2

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This course is for you if you are planning a career in IT or computing. It will develop your knowledge, skills and understanding of many different aspects of IT and computing including networking, application development and web design.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in IT at grade


PROGRESSION


BTEC | 2 YEARS

ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN IT (DIGITAL

CREATIVITY APPLICATION

DEVELOPMENT)

LEVEL 3


This course focuses on the development and use of virtual and augmented reality, as well as emerging technologies for application across a range of sectors, including mobile technology, digital marketing and the visualisation of big data.

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PROGRESSION


BTEC | 2 YEARS

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN

VIRTUAL & AUGMENTED

REALITY

LEVEL 3

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HAMMERSMITH | EALING

This course is for you if you are planning a career in game design. You will utilise traditional art and design skills in pre-production, concept design and research to directly inform the 2D/3D digital content creation. You will also study video, digital animation and sound for computer games.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in IT /

Creative Media at grade Merit, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION


UAL | 2 YEARS

ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE

MEDIA PRODUCTION

(GAME DESIGN)

LEVEL 3

This qualification is for those who want to start a career in IT support. Organisations increasingly rely on computer systems in all areas of their operations and decision-making processes. Therefore, it is critical to ensure that IT systems run correctly and are regularly maintained.

Cyber security reflects an important development in the sector around information security, and requires you to consider how data should be protected and how the IT sector should respond to emerging threats such as cyber terrorism.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS



PROGRESSION



INTERMEDIATE

CERTIFICATE IN CYBER

SECURITY & IT SUPPORT

LEVEL 2

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This course is for you if you are planning a career in IT or computing. It will develop your knowledge, skills and understanding of many different aspects of IT and computing including networking, application development and web design.

You will cover topics such as managing networks, technical support, troubleshooting and repair, and installing and upgrading software.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 4 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language & maths



PROGRESSION

• Level 5 HND in Computing• Other Higher Education• Employment

2 YEARS | HAMMERSMITH

ADVANCED DIPLOMA

IN IT (NETWORKING &

SYSTEM SUPPORT)

LEVEL 3

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CREATIVE

MEDIA


Foundation Diploma in Art, Design & Media 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology 2 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production 3 2 years

Advanced Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production (Game Design) 3 2 years

Advanced Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Interactive Media) 3 2 years


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With our Creative Media courses students learn with industry-standard equipment and software applications in studios and digital labs. Courses cover a range of traditional and new media techniques that include TV & film production, animation, storyboarding, game design, digital editing, photography, mixed media projects, web design and advertising. Students also participate in work experience that gives them the opportunity to work with media professionals on ‘live’ projects.

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Animator

Camera Operator

Director

Editor

Games Designer

Journalist

Mobile Applications Developer

Photographer

Producer

Production Assistant

PR & Marketing Professional

Script Writer

Studio Manager

Web Designer

Web Developer

and many more..!

CAREER

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This course is for you if you have interest in creative activities involving art, design and media. You will do traditional drawing, painting, modelling, and also make digital art using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and interactive media software. Additionally, you will produce video projects and photographic work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Art & Design (Fine Art)

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Art & Design (Design)

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN ART, DESIGN & MEDIA

LEVEL 1

This course is for you if you are interested in working in the media production industry and are keen to develop your practical and theoretical skills. You will learn by completing practical projects that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands, as well as completing some theory-based units.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS



& Media plus GCSE English Language grade 9-3

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production


• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Interactive Media)

INTERMEDIATE

DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE

MEDIA PRODUCTION &

TECHNOLOGY

LEVEL 2


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The annual End of Year Exhibition “Different Faces of Design” to showcased the work that Creative Media and Art & Design students have produced over the year.

Over 200 people attended the private viewing, including friends, family and colleagues, with students on-hand to conduct interviews with guests and explanations of the work presented.

Gareth McLennan, Head of Curriculum, said: “Every year I am amazed by the quality and variety of the work our students produce, and this year they have really surpassed themselves. Their enthusiasm and talent throughout the year is inspiring to see and share with the wider audience”

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This course is for you if you are interested in working in the media production industry and are keen to develop your practical and theoretical skills, possibly considering seeking a place in Higher Education. You will learn by completing practical projects that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands, as well as completing some theory-based units.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS




PROGRESSION


ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE

MEDIA PRODUCTION

LEVEL 3


This course is for you if you are planning a career in game design. You will utilise traditional art and design skills in pre-production, concept design and research to directly inform the 2D/3D digital content creation. You will also study video, digital animation and sound for computer games.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in IT /

Creative Media at grade Merit, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION



ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE

MEDIA PRODUCTION

(GAME DESIGN)

LEVEL 3

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This course gives you the opportunity to combine digital technology with traditional art techniques. You will develop skills that enable you to produce exciting, creative and imaginative work in such areas as animation, illustration, interactive media, video work, 3D modelling, games design and traditional art and design work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS




PROGRESSION


ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN ART &

DESIGN (INTERACTIVE

MEDIA)

LEVEL 3


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ENGINEERING


Foundation Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering 2 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering 3 2 years

Intermediate Diploma in Aviation Engineering 2 1 year

Foundation Diploma in Electronic Engineering 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Electronic Engineering 2 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering 3 2 years

Foundation Diploma in Automotive Engineering 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Automotive Engineering 2 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in Automotive Engineering 3 2 years

Foundation Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 2 1 year


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London is one of the UK’s largest economic hubs and offers countless employment opportunities requiring engineering qualifications.

If you are curious about how things work, have an analytical mind and want to apply what you learn to solve real world problems, engineering is the perfect career for you!

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Aeronautical Engineer

Automotive Engineer

Aviation Engineer

Electrical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Mechanic

Railway Engineer

Workshop Technician

and many more..!

CAREER

PROGRESSION

WHY CHOOSE

ENGINEERING?

AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING

As an aeronautical engineer you will research, design and maintain the performance of civil and military aircraft and their components.

• Engineering is one of the top paid professions

• Engineers are highly employable• Engineering opens doors for career

progression• Engineers make a difference

AVIATION ENGINEERING

As an aviation engineer you will use practical skills to carry out aircraft maintenance.

ELECTRICAL / ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

As an electrical engineer you will work in a team with other specialists such as architects, technicians and other engineers in sectors such as power generation and supply, construction, transport infrastructure, computer hardware and software, manufacturing, and science and technology.

AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING

As an automotive engineer you will research, design and develop vehicles and their systems.

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

As a mechanical engineer you could work in sectors including rail travel, automotive, healthcare technologies, defence and robotics.

We have great working

relationships with big

engineering employers like

British Airways and Halfords!

DID YOU

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You will cover topics such as making engineering components, using a bench drilling machine, electronic assembly, marking out and planning and making a machined product.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN AERONAUTICAL

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 1

BTEC | 1 YEAR | SOUTHALL

You will cover topics such as the engineering world, health and safety, computer-aided engineering, electronic circuit design, mathematics for engineering, electrical and mechanical science for engineering, computer numerical control programming and fabrication techniques.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering


IN AERONAUTICAL

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 2


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You will cover topics such as product design and manufacture, commercial principles, microcontroller systems, calculus, computer-aided design, aircraft flight principles, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, electronic devices and circuits, composites manufacture and repair, aircraft workshop methods and manufacturing joining and finishing.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Aeronautical

Engineering at grade Merit, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION


BTEC | 2 YEARS | SOUTHALL

ADVANCED

EXTENDED DIPLOMA

IN AERONAUTICAL

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 3

You will study topics such as principles of aerodynamics and the theory of flight, composite materials in aerospace, aircrafts materials and construction, human factors and performance aviation and aircraft electrical systems.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION


INTERMEDIATE

DIPLOMA IN AVIATION

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 2


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You will study topics such as working safely in engineering, developing skills in electronic assembly, starting work in engineering, interpreting and using engineering information and developing skills in wiring electrical circuits and components.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Electronic Engineering

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN ELECTRONIC

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 1


You will study topics such as the engineered world, investigating an engineering product, introduction to communications for engineering, health and safety in engineering, interpreting engineering information, electronic circuit design and construction.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering


IN ELECTRONIC

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 2


West London College is a

member of the National

Network of College for Rail,

part of the National Training

Partnership.

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You will study compulsory topics such as vehicle maintenance, good housekeeping in the automotive environment, tools equipment and materials for vehicle maintenance. Optional units could include spark ignition engine systems, compression ignition engine systems, steering and suspension systems, braking systems, wheels and tyres, and exhaust systems.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Automotive Engineering

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN AUTOMOTIVE

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 1


You will study topics such as electrical and electronic principles, mathematics for technicians, electrical technology, principles and applications of electronic devices and circuits, engineering design, digital systems, electronics fault finding and analogue electronics.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Electronic

Engineering at grade Merit, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION



ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL

/ ELECTRONIC

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 3

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This course develops your understanding of light vehicles and covers topics such as maintenance, engine components, chassis components and driveline units.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• GCSEs at grade 9-3 in English Language & Maths

OR• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Automotive

Engineering

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Automotive Engineering


IN AUTOMOTIVE

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 2


This course builds on the Intermediate Diploma, and you will cover topics such as vehicle diagnostics, low carbon technologies, electrical foundation skills, light vehicle construction, electrical units, chassis units, high-performance tyres, diagnosing faults in chassis, transmission, driveline and auxiliary.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Automotive Engineering, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN AUTOMOTIVE

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 3


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You will cover topics such as engineering components, using a bench drilling machine, electronic assembly, planning and making a machined product, and engineering marking out.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN MECHANICAL

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 1


You will cover topics such as investigating an engineered product, health and safety in engineering, engineering materials, computer-aided engineering, electronic circuit design and construction, mathematics for engineering and engineering design.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION



IN MECHANICAL

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 2


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ESOL



ESOL Study Programme for 16 - 18 year olds

Pre-Entry 1 year

Entry Level 1 1 year



Level 1 1 year

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There are workshops and trips throughout the year to make learning interesting and fun. You will have a dedicated tutor who will support you and help with any problems.

At Entry 3, the programme includes tasters in a range of different subjects to help you progress onto other College courses and into the workplace.

At Level 1 you can choose an academic route, focusing on developing your pre-GCSE English skills, together with Maths, Science and IT.

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CAREER

PROGRESSION

ESOL courses focus on English speaking, listening, reading and writing.

This programme is for 16-18year old non-native speakers of English who:

• have just arrived in the UK

• have attended school here and need further English support

The course focuses on:

• English speaking, listening, reading and writing

• Maths up to GCSE level

• Other subjects such as IT and Science.

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HAIR & BEAUTY


Foundation Diploma in Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Beauty Specialist Techniques 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Beauty Specialist Techniques 3 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Beauty Make-Up 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Make-Up Artistry 3 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair & Media Make-Up 3 1 year

Foundation Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing 3 1 year


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Working in our commercial hairdressing and treatment salons, you will gain hands-on experience to prepare you for the workplace. There is also the opportunity for work experience placements thanks to our strong links with businesses throughout the sector.

Our industry connections mean that students benefit from regular visits from major product houses and industry professionals who offer presentations, demonstrations and workshops. This creates an enriched learning experience and ensures that students enter the workplace informed with up-to-date knowledge.

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Barber

Beauty Consultant

Beauty Therapist

Hairdresser

Hair Stylist

Massage Therapist

Make-Up Artist

Nail Technician

Reflexologist

Salon Manager

Special Effects Make-Up Artist

and many more..!

CAREER

PROGRESSION

The course is designed to introduce you to a range of practical skills from across the hair and beauty industry to prepare you for employment. You will develop your practical skills through improving the appearance of hair, hands, feet, facial skin and learn to apply basic make-up.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Beauty Specialist Techniques

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Beauty Make-Up

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN HAIRDRESSING &

BEAUTY THERAPY

LEVEL 1


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The qualification has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills in subjects such as how to provide eyelash and eyebrow treatments, removing hair using waxing techniques, applying make-up, manicures, pedicures and skincare. You will also cover facial skincare treatments, salon reception duties, client care, tanning and nail art.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 2 GCSEs grade 9-3 (preferably in English Language & Maths)

OR• Level 1 Diploma in Hairdressing & Beauty

Therapy

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Beauty Specialist Techniques


IN BEAUTY SPECIALIST

TECHNIQUES

LEVEL 2


The purpose of this qualification is to develop your skills as a beauty therapist to enable you to provide beauty therapy treatments. This is a technical qualification designed to develop your practical beauty therapy skills, such as in face and body electrotherapy and body massage. Within the qualification, you will develop a sound knowledge of health and safety, client care and communication and anatomy and physiology.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Beauty Specialist Techniques, and 2 GCSEs grade 9-3 (preferably in English Language & Maths)

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA

IN BEAUTY SPECIALIST

TECHNIQUES

LEVEL 3


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This is a good introduction to both beauty and makeup. You will cover topics such as facial skin care, enhancing eyebrows and eyelashes, providing make-up services, as well as customer service and salon etiquette.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Hairdressing

& Beauty Therapy

PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Beauty Specialist Techniques

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Make-Up Artistry

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair & Media Make-Up

INTERMEDIATE

DIPLOMA IN BEAUTY

MAKE-UP

LEVEL 2

1 YEAR | HAMMERSMITH This is a vocational qualification that will prepare you for a career as a make-up artist. Throughout your studies you will develop your understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology, health and safety, client care and cosmetic products and equipment, and develop your interpersonal skills which will assist you to communicate effectively with clients.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Beauty

Make-Up

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN

MAKE-UP ARTISTRY

LEVEL 3


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This qualification has been designed specifically to develop your practical skills to an advanced level through a variety of techniques in media, special effects and camouflage make-up. You will learn how to apply small prosthetic pieces and bald caps, style and fit postiche and the art of airbrush make-up.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Beauty Make-Up / Women’s Hairdressing, and 2 GCSEs grade 9-3

PROGRESSION



ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN

THEATRICAL, SPECIAL

EFFECTS AND HAIR &

MEDIA MAKE-UP

LEVEL 3

This course is for you if you are setting out on the road to becoming a hairdresser. You will understand how to choose the correct shampoos and conditioners for your clients, use temporary colour and style both men’s and women’s hair. You will learn how to be effective when working on reception and create retail displays.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing

FOUNDATION

DIPLOMA IN WOMEN’S

HAIRDRESSING

LEVEL 1

VRQ | 1 YEAR | HAMMERSMITH

Our annual Hair & Beauty

showcase gives our students

the opportunity to show off

their talents and use skills and

lessons learnt throughout the

academic year!

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This qualification has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills in the creative art of cutting or dressing women’s hair, how to provide effective shampooing and conditioning services, the artistic skill of colouring and lightening hair and how to provide a good consultation service for your clients.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 2 GCSEs grade 9-3 9preferably in English Language & Maths)

OR• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Women’s

Hairdressing

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing

INTERMEDIATE

DIPLOMA IN WOMEN’S

HAIRDRESSING

LEVEL 2


This qualification will prepare you to progress to becoming a hairdresser in a salon or as a freelancer. You will study topics such as the creative art of cutting women’s hair, the artistic skill of colouring, styling and dressing hair, hairdressing consultation, blow drying and finishing hair.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing, and 2 GCSEs grade 9-3 (preferably in English Language & Maths)

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA

IN WOMEN’S

HAIRDRESSING

LEVEL 3


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HEALTH &

SOCIAL CARE


Foundation Certificate for the Care Sector 1 1 year

Intermediate Certificate in Health & Social Care 2 1 year

Advanced National Diploma in Health & Social Care 3 2 years

Advanced Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care 3 2 years


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Careers in the health and care industry are rewarding, dynamic and challenging. Our students benefit from high quality work placements and for recruitment opportunities with a range of employers, including the NHS. We use our extensive contacts with companies to ensure our courses equip students with the skills needed to progress in health and social care careers.

Alongside their studies students are also encouraged to undertake voluntary opportunities in the sector. Our dedicated and industry-focused teaching staff will support and challenge you, helping you to progress to a successful career or to higher education.

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Carer

Community Worker

Health Visitor

Medical Researcher

Midwife

Nurse

Occupational Therapist

Probation Services

Social Worker

Youth Worker

and many more..!

CAREER

PROGRESSION

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This qualification will develop your knowledge of the types of provision in the Health & Social Care and Children & Young People’s sectors. It includes looking into principles and values, health and safety, the roles played by workers and working with others. You will undertake work experience and will need to obtain a valid Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) as required by law for all people working with children.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Early Years Educator

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Health & Social Care

FOUNDATION

CERTIFICATE FOR THE

CARE SECTOR

LEVEL 1


This qualification covers a range of key subject areas in health and social care and includes a variety of optional units, allowing you to pursue an interest in chosen subject areas. This can include Looking After Children, Health & the Environment, Starting Work, Personal Effectiveness and Nutrition & Health.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced National Diploma in Health & Social Care

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care

INTERMEDIATE

CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH

& SOCIAL CARE

LEVEL 2


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On this course you will cover topics such as communication, equality and diversity, safety and security, anatomy and physiology, caring for children and young people, sociological perspectives and public health.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 3 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language at grade 9-3

OR• Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Health &

Social Care at grade Merit

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED NATIONAL

DIPLOMA IN HEALTH &

SOCIAL CARE

LEVEL 3


This course is for you if you want to work in the field of health and care establishments, such as registered care homes, community work, social work and probation services. Alternatively, you can progress your studies in nursing, midwifery and a range of degrees in health and social care subjects.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Health &

Social Care at grade Merit, and GCSEs grade 9-3 in English Language & Maths

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN HEALTH &

SOCIAL CARE

LEVEL 3


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HOSPITALITY

& CATERING


Foundation Diploma in Professional Cookery 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Professional Cookery 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Professional Cookery 3 1 year

Foundation Diploma in Culinary Arts 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Food & Beverage Service 2 1 year

Advanced Certificate in Event Management 3 1 year


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As part of the work experience, our students have had the opportunity to work at The Wolseley, The Delaunay, Brasserie Zédel, Colbert, Fischer’s, The Beaumont, Novotel Hammersmith and Il Pagliaccio Restaurant.

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Events Manager

Restaurant Manager

Patissier

Chocolatier

Sommelier

Sous Chef

Head Chef

Pastry Chef

Barista

Maitre D’

Commis Chef

Mixologist

Hotel Manager

Waiter / Waitress

Concierge

and many more..!

CAREER

PROGRESSION

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This course is for anyone who wants to work as a professional chef in the catering and hospitality sector. It is ideal for students coming straight from school who wish to seek a career in this industry. You’ll gain a high standard of cookery skills from processes such as roasting and frying, whilst also learning other workplace essentials like healthy eating and using kitchen equipment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Professional Cookery

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Food & Beverage Service

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN PROFESSIONAL

COOKERY

LEVEL 1


This course is ideal to continue the development of your skills and knowledge to enable you to progress in your career. Working in the College restaurant will provide you with a real insight into the hospitality industry.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 1 Intermediate Diploma in Professional Cookery

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Professional Cookery


IN PROFESSIONAL

COOKERY

LEVEL 2

NVQ | 1 YEAR | HAMMERSMITH

Hospitality and Catering

students from West London

College participated in The

Chefs’ Forum autumn event

at Chucs Restaurant in The

Serpentine Gallery, Hyde Park.

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On this course supervising skills will play a large role, as you will be required to complete duties in the kitchen that demonstrate your team leadership. You will prepare more complex dishes using a wide range of skills.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Professional Cookery, and GCSEs in English Language and Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA

IN PROFESSIONAL

COOKERY

LEVEL 3

NVQ | 1 YEAR | HAMMERSMITH You will develop your understanding of the different cooking methods, such as boiling, poaching, steaming, stewing and braising, baking, roasting, grilling, deep frying and shallow frying.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Food & Beverage Service

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN CULINARY ARTS

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This course is for you if you want to work in the food and beverage service industry in front of house. Learn about good service, communication skills, and serving food and beverage to industry standards. This can be done whilst working in the College restaurant, preparing and serving drinks, taking orders and providing table service.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Event Management

• Employment

INTERMEDIATE

DIPLOMA IN FOOD &

BEVERAGE SERVICE

LEVEL 2

1 YEAR | HAMMERSMITH This course is for you if you want to work in event venues, events organisation or events exhibitions. It gives you the opportunity to develop your knowledge relating to the events industry, planning and managing events, and reporting on events.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Food &

Beverage Service

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED CERTIFICATE

IN EVENT MANAGEMENT

LEVEL 3


West London College TASTE

Restaurant participated in the

Hammersmith and Fulham

Brilliant Business Awards 2018

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the Highly Commended Award

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The Hospitality & Catering team participated in a prestigious meetup event The Chefs’ Forum, to showcase world’s gastronomy.

The event took place in the Eight Over Eight restaurant in Chelsea, and saw students join forces with trainees from HIT Training to make delicious canapes and participate in a sushi masterclass. The sushi-rolling competition was won by our own Level 2 Professional Cookery student Gewyn Pelegrino.

Executive Chef Aaj Fernando, one of two chefs leading the masterclass, commented: “I have been very impressed with the students. Based on their performance, I would be delighted to invite them for work experience and trial shifts.”

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INCLUSIVE

LEARNING

We offer personalised learning programmes, providing a more tailored course for each student. It begins with an in-depth understanding of each student, and provides relevant opportunities that support them as they progress to their next levels.

Also to ensure students have the right support at College we work with local authorities, health professionals, specialist support agencies, employers and parents to enable our students to meet their full potential. We also work with schools to support student transition to College, including offering school link programmes and taster days.

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SUPPORTED

INTERNSHIPS

We offer the following Supported Internships:

• Hammersmith & Fulham Council and L’Oréal

• Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council and High Street

• Hilton London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5

We work with employers, voluntary sector agencies, local authorities and West London Alliance to support young people with SEND during their Supported Internship and their transition into work.

CONTACT

Sue JenkinsHead of Inclusive Learning

Hammersmith & Fulham College020 8741 1688 ex. [email protected]

Sajada SajidHead of Inclusive Learning

Southall Community College & Ealing Green020 8741 1688 ex. [email protected]

Our inclusive Learning

Department are proud winners

of the Royal Horticultural

Society Gardening Award!

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Gatehouse (For Learners with High Functioning ASD and Aspergers) 1 2 years

Enterprise & Communication for Learners with Complex Autism Pre Entry-Entry 1 1 year

Enterprise & Independent Living for Learners with Complex Autism Pre Entry-Entry 1 1 year

Enterprise & Community for Students for Learners with Complex Autism Pre Entry-Entry 1 1 year

Personal Progress: All About Me Pre Entry 1 year

Preparation for Work & Retail Entry 1 year

Pathways to Sports & Nutrition Entry 1 year

Enterprise, Gardening & Animal Care Entry 1 year

Enterprise & Horticulture Entry 1 year

Pathways to Supported Internships and Employment Entry 1 year

Pathways to Multimedia, ICT, Art & Business Administration Entry 1 year

Pathways to Performing Arts & Music Entry 1 year

Step Up to Mainstream Level 1 1 1 year

Step Up to Mainstream Level 2 2 1 year

Bridge to FE 1 1 year

Hammersmith & Fulham Council and L’Oréal Supported Internship 1 1 year Employer site

Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council and High Street Supported Internship 1 1 year Employer site

Hilton London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 Supported Internship 1 1 year Employer site

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Gatehouse is a specialist two year transitional programme enabling students with a diagnosis of Asperger’s or High-Functioning Autism to acquire the skills and qualifications needed to access mainstream courses. The course contains sessions that aim to develop independence skills, vocational skills, executive skills, communication and social skills, and employability skills.

GATEHOUSE

LEVEL 1

Enterprise & Communication is a specialist full-time Autism programme designed to develop communication, confidence and competence in completing everyday tasks that will support greater independence. It also recognises the need for students to develop awareness of the community, basic cooking skills, personal hygiene routines, money skills and managing appropriate relationships. All learners are supported with individual timetables and have access to Speech and Language Therapy & Occupational Therapy where outlined in their EHCP.

ENTERPRISE &

COMMUNICATION

PRE-ENTRY - ENTRY


Enterprise and Communication aims to support young people with Autism while preparing them for the transition into adulthood with the use of proactive, holistic, flexible and evidence based approaches. We provide young people with a low level arousal and very structured environment that supports the development of their mind and body.

The curriculum is designed for young people to form an understanding of the world around them. Including how to relate to others, communicate, be creative and manage their anxieties. Students are supported to master tasks and learn skills for ‘doing’ and ‘thinking’ building on their independence skills and allowing them to take active part in their communities.

ENTERPRISE &

COMMUNITY

PRE-ENTRY - ENTRY


Enterprise & Independent Living is a Specialist 5 days Autism programme designed to further develop communication, confidence and competence in completing everyday tasks that will support greater independence. The course continues to support learners to develop awareness of the community, basic cooking skills, personal hygiene routines, money skills and managing appropriate relationships. All learners are supported with individual timetables and have access to Speech and Language Therapy & Occupational Therapy where outlined in their EHCP.

ENTERPRISE &

INDEPENDENT LIVING

PRE-ENTRY - ENTRY


This programme is aimed at students who have Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties. It supports the development of communication and independence skills that will build confidence and participation in social and community settings.

PMLD COMMUNICATION

& PREPARING FOR

ADULTHOOD

LEVEL 1

1 YEAR | SOUTHALL

This programme is aimed at students who have Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties. It supports the development of independence and, embedding further communication skills, the participation in social and community settings.

1 YEAR | SOUTHALL

PMLD DEVELOPING

INDEPENDENCE &

PREPARING FOR

ADULTHOOD

LEVEL 1

This programme is aimed at students who have Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties. It supports the development of communication and independence skills that will build confidence and participation in social and community settings. All students are supported to develop through individualised timetables to work towards their Preparing for Adulthood Objectives.

PERSONAL PROGRESS:

ALL ABOUT ME

PRE-ENTRY


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This course is designed to develop the knowledge and skills required in preparation for self employment, volunteering or supported employment. Students will gain retail and enterprise experience as well as studying English and Maths.

PREPARATION FOR

WORK & RETAIL

ENTRY


This course is designed to support students to develop skills in Enterprise, Gardening and Animal Care. All students have an opportunity to grow, make and sell products that they make within the College and externally.

ENTERPRISE,

GARDENING & ANIMAL

CARE

ENTRY


The Sports and Nutrition Course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes in preparation for paid employment within the Sport & Service Industries. Students will be involved in a wide range of indoor and outdoor sporting activities.

PATHWAYS TO

SPORT & NUTRITION

ENTRY


This course is designed to develop knowledge in preparation for volunteering or supported employment. Students will gain retail and enterprise experience as well as studying English and Maths.

PATHWAYS TO

EMPLOYABILITY

THROUGH RETAIL

LEVEL 1


This course is designed to develop knowledge in preparation for paid employment in the hospitality and catering industry. Students will be involved in a wide range of activities, including catering enterprises and hospitality events.

PATHWAYS TO


AND EMPLOYABILITY

LEVEL 1

1 YEAR | SOUTHALL

This course aims to help students develop skills in a wide range of modules, with the main focus on art & design, filmmaking and computing as well as English and Maths.


PATHWAYS TO

MULTIMEDIA, ICT &

ART AND BUSINESS

ADMINISTRATION

ENTRY

This course is designed to explore the personal performance skills within each student. They will develop confidence by participating in a range of performance related activities, including mine, acting, singing and creative art. All students have an opportunity to contribute to a minimum of 2 performances per year as well as further develop their English and Maths.

PATHWAYS TO

PERFORMING ARTS &

MUSIC

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This course is designed to allow students to access and participate in horticulture activities as well as develop their enterprise skills, through a weekly trolley dash at the Southall campus. All students have an opportunity to grow, make and sell products that they make as well as work with external organisations to maintain community gardens.

ENTERPRISE &

HORTICULTURE

ENTRY LEVEL

1 YEAR | SOUTHALL

This course is a vocational training programme supporting students to develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed for paid work and volunteering. Students will have an opportunity to access internal and external work experience and work with employers to support their transition into Supported Internship or Supported Employment.


PATHWAYS TO

SUPPORTED

EMPLOYMENT &

PREPARATION FOR WORK

LEVEL 1

This is an exciting and innovative course at Level 1 for young people who have additional support needs and would like to have experience of what a vocational mainstream course entails in a supported environment. The main aim of this course is for young people to familiarise within a FE college in order to support them to access a vocational mainstream course, supported internship or finding employment.

STEP UP TO

MAINSTREAM

LEVEL 1

1 YEAR | EALING

This is an exciting and innovative course at Level 2 for young people who have additional support needs and would like to have experience of what a vocational mainstream course entails in a supported environment. The main aim of this course is for young people to familiarise within a FE college in order to support them to access a vocational mainstream course, supported internship or finding employment.

STEP UP TO

MAINSTREAM

LEVEL 2

1 YEAR | EALING

This course is designed for students who have been out of education and require a specialist programme to support their transition into supported learning and onto mainstream courses. Maximum group size is 5. Students will have an opportunity to engage with educational activities within a practical as well as academic setting. All students are supported with individual timetables and have access to specific therapies and support as outlined in their EHCP.

BRIDGE TO FE

LEVEL 1


Amardeep Dadral, an Inclusive

Learning student at Southall

Community College, has won a

Gold Medal in the Inclusive Skills

ICT competition at World Skills

UK Live.

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Our Inclusive Learning students celebrated their first Royal Horticultural Society Gardening Award, having successfully created an enterprise initiative - the Polytunnel Gardening & Animal Project.

The project included growing and selling garden produce in a state-of-the-art polytunnel greenhouse on site, and caring for animals including a rabbit called Rex!

Susana Cortez, Inclusive Learning teacher, said, “We have found that having Rex in the class this year has added extra motivation to many students. I can see an increase in interactions, positive mood and empathy development.”

INCLUSIVE

LEARNING


PUBLIC

SERVICES


Foundation Certificate in Public Services 1 1 year

Intermediate Certificate in Public Services 2 1 year

Advanced Extended Diploma in Public Services 3 2 years


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Public Services courses are designed to prepare you for a career in a range of public services roles, including the police, ambulance and fire services, the armed forces, prison and security services or local and central government such as HM Revenue and Customs.

You can grow your personal skills and academic knowledge in leadership, human behaviour and team working while developing the skills and knowledge required by employers in the uniformed public services. You will participate in team building activities, expeditions and real-life crisis management scenarios.

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Army Officer

Criminologist

Customs Officer

Firefighter

Navy Officer

Paramedic

Police Officer

Prison Officer

RAF Officer

and many more..!

CAREER

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This qualification has been designed to reflect the skills, knowledge and understanding that are required to work in Public Services. The course lays the groundwork for a career in Public Services and develops your transferable skills.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Public Services

FOUNDATION

CERTIFICATE IN

PUBLIC SERVICES

LEVEL 1


This qualification is designed to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success when moving towards a career in the uniformed and non-uniformed services. It will give you an insight into employment and protective service skills, including team working and communication.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 3 GCSEs including English Language at grade 9-3

OR• Level 1 Foundation Certificate in Public

Services, and GCSE grade 9-3 in English Language

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Public Services

INTERMEDIATE

CERTIFICATE IN

PUBLIC SERVICES

LEVEL 2


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This qualification broadens and expands your work-related focus and encompasses the essential skills, knowledge and understanding needed to enter a particular specialist area of work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language & Maths OR Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Public Services at grade Merit, and GCSEs in English Language & Maths at grade 9-4

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC

SERVICES

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SPORTS &

FITNESS


Foundation Certificate in Sport 1 1 year

Intermediate Certificate in Sport 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence) 3 2 years

Advanced Extended Diploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence) 3 2 years

Advanced Extended Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science 3 2 years

Intermediate Certificate in Sport (Chelsea FC) 2 1 year Offsite


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Our courses cover key theoretical and practical sports-related subjects across multiple disciplines, such as fitness testing, lifestyle, sports nutrition, sports psychology and anatomy and physiology. You will have access to the brand new strengthening and conditioning gym as part of your studies, as well as contact industry professionals.

If you are studying a Sports & Fitness course you can try out for any of our Sports Academies. We offer Basketball, Boxing, Men’s Football, Women’s Football, Futsal and Rugby Academies, delivered in partnership with professional teams and clubs. You can find out more about these at wlc.ac.uk/sportsacademy

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Community Sports Leader

Gym Instructor

Leisure Attendant

Personal Trainer

PE Teacher

Sports Coach

Athlete

Sports Development Manager

Sports Journalist

Physiotherapist

Sports Psychologist

Sports Scientist

Sports Therapist

and many more..!

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This qualification offers total flexibility for those who want to work in the sport and active leisure industry. You will develop your knowledge in health and safety, anatomy and physiology, factors affecting participation in sport and active leisure, safeguarding and protecting children and young people in sport. It also involves practical elements and participation in sport, such as physical preparation and technical and tactical requirements for sports performance.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 3 GCSEs including English Language at grade 9-3

OR• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Sport

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence)

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence)

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science

INTERMEDIATE

CERTIFICATE IN SPORT

LEVEL 2

BTEC | 1 YEAR | HAMMERSMITH | SOUTHALL

This vocational qualification is an introductory course into the field of sport and leisure. It will provide opportunities to develop a range of sporting skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in working life.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Sport• Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Sport

(Chelsea FC)

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN SPORT

LEVEL 1

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West London College is delighted to announce the launch of a new Rugby Academy delivered in partnership with Ealing Trailfinders Rugby Club.

This will be the only professional rugby club academy linked with an educational programme in London, offering students aged 16-19 an opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications whilst playing rugby.

The Rugby Academy will combine full-time training in a professional environment at Ealing Trailfinders with academic or vocational studies based at West London College.

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This course is for you if you know the area of sport that you wish to enter. You will cover topics such as anatomy and physiology in sport, assessing risk in sport and fitness testing.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 2 GCSE grade 9-3 including English Language or Maths

OR• Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Sport

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN

SPORT (PERFORMANCE

& EXCELLENCE)

LEVEL 3


This course is for you if you have a keen interest in sport, particularly in understanding how a range of components work closely together to ensure optimum sporting performance of yourself or other athletes. You will study topics such as anatomy and physiology, sports nutrition, sports psychology, tactical skills, athletes lifestyle and sports fitness testing and training.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Sport at

grade Merit

PROGRESSION



ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN SPORT

(PERFORMANCE &

EXCELLENCE)

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This course is for you if you have a passion for sport, in particular the scientific principles of the subject. You will study topics such as nutrition for sports performance, psychology for sport and exercise, anatomy and physiology, research methods and sports fitness testing and training.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


OR• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Sport at

grade Merit

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED EXTENDED

DIPLOMA IN SPORT &

EXERCISE SCIENCE

LEVEL 3

BTEC | 2 YEARS | HAMMERSMITH

This qualification will give you the opportunity to develop a broader understanding of the sports sector, including exploring sports events and an in-depth look at sports health and fitness topics. In addition it affords the opportunity for you to acquire some of the practical skills identified by employers as the fundamental building blocks for a future in the workplace..

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 2 GCSEs including English LanguageOR• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Sport

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence)

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence)

• Level 3 Advanced Extended Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science

INTERMEDIATE

CERTIFICATE IN

SPORT (CHELSEA FC)

LEVEL 2

BTEC | 1 YEAR | OFFSITE

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Be aged 16-18• when your course starts

Be enrolled on a full-time course• Football Academies must enrol on a Sports

& Fitness course. Basketball, Boxing, Futsal and Rugby Academies can enrol on any subject.

Attend and pass trials • See wlc.ac.uk/sportsacademy for latest

trial dates

On a Sports Academy programme you will receive a minimum of 10 hours training per week from experienced coaches, as if you are part of a semi-professional club. With the College’s affiliations with local and national clubs, you will have exposure to physios, coaches and other industry professionals. You will also have exclusive access to our private strengthening and conditioning gym.

All this alongside gaining a nationally recognised qualification!

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West London College Sports Academy gives talented students the chance to pursue their sporting ambition while completing a full-time qualification.

On our Basketball Academy programme students will train and play under specialist coaches, who will provide technical training combined with strength and conditioning sessions to develop them as a basketball player. The Hammersmith Hammers compete in the Academy Basketball League (ABL), which is the highest calibre of competition for players at college level.

BASKETBALL ACADEMY

Whether your goal is to compete, coach or run your own club, our programme will provide you with endless opportunities in the industry. With very strong links to England Boxing and World Series Boxing, students will have excellent coaching from professional world champion boxers and national level coaches, as well as the opportunity to gain additional boxing qualifications and experience.

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With links to a number of semi-professional groups, playing in high level national leagues and participating in international tournaments, we will provide you with opportunities to reach your sporting ambitions. The Academy is part of the National League U19 Alliance and gives you access to American soccer scholarships. The Women’s Football Academy is delivered in partnership with Chelsea FC Foundation, and the Men’s Football Academy teams are partnered with London Tigers.

FOOTBALL ACADEMY

Futsal is a fast-paced and highly skilled game which has been dubbed ‘the future of football’. Delivered in partnership with Brentford FC, our Futsal Academy programme will nurture your talent with training under experienced coaches and the opportunity to represent professional clubs at national level competitions.

FUTSAL ACADEMY

Our Rugby Academy is provided in partnership with Ealing Trailfinders Rugby Club, a Championship rugby team competing at a very high professional level. As the only professional rugby academy linked with an educational programme in London, it will combine full-time training in a professional environment with vocational studies based here at West London College. On completion of the Academy programme there are opportunities to get a professional rugby contract at Ealing Trailfinders in the Senior Academy.

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TRAVEL &

TOURISM


Foundation Diploma in Travel, Tourism & Aviation 1 1 year

Intermediate Diploma in Travel, Tourism & Aviation 2 1 year

Advanced Diploma in Travel, Tourism & Aviation 3 2 years


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The travel and tourism industry is a dynamic and fast growing sector accounting for over 2.1 million jobs in the United Kingdom. Studying with us will help you to develop the relevant skills and knowledge to gain employment within this ever-expanding industry.

Our facilities include a simulated aircraft cabin and airline check in area for a real life learning experience. All our teaching staff have previously worked in the travel and tourism industry and have a wealth of practical and relevant experience.

We have great links to employers and many of our students go on to find work in the airline industry, including at British Airways, Emirates Airlines, Heathrow Terminals 3 & 5 and Swissport, with whom we have an Academy Partnership.

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Cabin Crew

Tour Operator

Sales Manager

Catering Manager

Travel Agent

Resort Rep

Airport Management

Customer Service Manager

Cruise Manager

Tourism Marketing Manager

and many more..!

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This course will introduce you to the travel and tourism industry. You will cover a wide range of subjects such as customer service, airline services, planning trips, location geography, worldwide travel destinations and UK destinations. As an optional added value you can also study junior cabin crew which will provide a great introduction to the role of cabin crew.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


PROGRESSION

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma in Travel, Tourism & Aviation

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

IN TRAVEL, TOURISM

& AVIATION

LEVEL 1


This course will develop your knowledge and understanding of the travel and tourism industry. You will cover topics such as retail travel services, the cruise industry, customer service and selling skills, worldwide travel destinations and UK destinations.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• 2 GCSEs grade 9-3OR• Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Travel, Tourism

& Aviation

PROGRESSION

• Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Travel, Tourism & Aviation

INTERMEDIATE

DIPLOMA IN TRAVEL,

TOURISM & AVIATION

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This course prepares you to work within the travel industry. You will study a range of units such as worldwide travel and tourism destinations, the principles of marketing for travel and tourism, special interest holidays and independent travel, business travel, global distribution systems (GDS – Galileo) and the cruise industry.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Level 2 Intermediate Diploma Travel, Tourism & Aviation, and 4 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language & Maths

PROGRESSION


ADVANCED DIPLOMA

IN TRAVEL, TOURISM

& AVIATION

LEVEL 3


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OUR

FACILITIES

OPENING TIMES

TASTE Restaurant, with a silver accreditation from People

1st and a Highly Commended Rosette from AA Hospitality, is our fully equipped professional

kitchen and restaurant, fully staffed by our Hospitality &

Catering students.

TASTE RESTAURANT

Our fully-equipped Hair & Beauty salon provides our students

with a professional environment where they can hone their craft. The salon is open to the public and provides a wide range of

treatments at attractive prices.

THE SALON

OPENING TIMES

COFFEE SHOP

11:30 - 14:30

TASTE RESTAURANT

Wednesday - Friday 12:00, last orders 12:45

TABLE RESERVATIONS & VENUE HIRE

020 7565 1350

[email protected]

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

020 7565 1265

MONDAY 11:00 - 16:30

TUESDAY 09:45 - 16:30 18:00 - 20:30 (barbering only)

WEDNESDAY 09:45 - 15:30

THURSDAY 09:45 - 16:30

FRIDAY 09:45 - 13:30 (hair only)

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We have an on-site, purpose-built nursery to provide a happy and secure environment for children to play and learn in. Places are available for children between

two and five years old who have a parent at any one of our

College sites.

THE NURSERY

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

09:30 - 11.30

12:30 - 16:30

(term time only)

FURTHER INFORMATION

020 7565 1249

[email protected]

As well as full-time courses for 16 - 18 year olds, we also offer a wide range of qualifications for adults, including:

• Professional Courses

• ESOL

• Higher Education

• Access to Higher Education

• Teacher Training

• Distance Learning

• Online Learning

• Employability Courses

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OUR

FACILITIES

TASTE Restaurant, with a silver accreditation from People

1st and a Highly Commended Rosette from AA Hospitality, is our fully equipped professional

kitchen and restaurant, fully staffed by our Hospitality &

Catering students.

TASTE RESTAURANT

Our fully-equipped Hair & Beauty salon provides our students

with a professional environment where they can hone their craft. The salon is open to the public and provides a wide range of

treatments at attractive prices.

THE SALON

We have an on-site, purpose-built nursery to provide a happy and secure environment for children to play and learn in. Places are available for children between

two and five years old who have a parent at any one of our

College sites.

THE NURSERY

OPENING TIMES

COFFEE SHOP

11:30 - 14:30

TASTE RESTAURANT

Wednesday - Friday 12:00, last orders 12:45

TABLE RESERVATIONS & VENUE HIRE

020 7565 1350

[email protected]

OPENING TIMES

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

020 7565 1265

MONDAY 11:00 - 16:30

TUESDAY 09:45 - 16:30 18:00 - 20:30 (barbering only)

WEDNESDAY 09:45 - 15:30

THURSDAY 09:45 - 16:30

FRIDAY 09:45 - 13:30 (hair only)

OPENING TIMES

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

09:30 - 11.30

12:30 - 16:30

(term time only)

FURTHER INFORMATION

020 7565 1249

[email protected]

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As well as full-time courses for 16 - 18 year olds, we also offer a wide range of qualifications for adults, including:

• Professional Courses

• ESOL

• Higher Education

• Access to Higher Education

• Teacher Training

• Distance Learning

• Online Learning

• Employability CoursesTo find out more

visit our website

wlc.ac.uk/adults

FURTHER

SUPPORT

ADDITIONAL LEARNING SUPPORT

The College can offer you additional support in literacy, language, numeracy and a variety of skills to help you to learn and achieve your chosen qualification. This can be provided in a number of ways with additional one-on-one out of class support sessions,extra workshops and/or drop-in sessions. There is also support available for a range of physical, sensory or medical needs, including mental health.

We can also help you by offering:

• Advice and guidance

• Assistance with assignments

• Arrangements for exams

• Training on specialist equipment

• Support Assistants

• Communicator/Signer

• Specialist Software/Equipment

• Documents in appropriate formats

EDUCATION, HEALTH AND CARE PLANS

High Need provision is embedded within Inclusive Learning and across the College on mainstream programs. The College recognises its role in supporting learners with high support needs and is proactive in ensuring that the appropriate support and resources are in place and applied in line with Education, Health and Care plans.

For more information:

0207 565 1200

wlc.ac.uk/additionallearningsupport

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CARE TO LEARN

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

All students at West London College are encouraged to speak to us about possible financial assistance available while they are studying at the College. If eligible, these funds can go towards travel, equipment costs, books or childcare costs. We can advise you on the criteria before you apply and what paperwork you will need so that you are well prepared to make an application. We also offer Hardship and Student Opportunity Funds to eligible students.

Care to Learn can assist young parents aged under 20 with the costs of registered childcare, and travelling expenses to and from your childcare provider. If you are a young parent starting a new course in September, you could apply for up to £175 per week towards the cost of Ofsted registered childcare.

There are no restrictions on the number of hours per week you study or on the length of the course you take. Payments can cover the periods you are studying in College and may also be paid during the holidays to retain your place if your course continues the following year. The money is paid directly to the registered childcare provider.

For more information:

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HOW TO APPLY

IN 5 STEPS

1Apply online or return a paper

application form to us.

2If you meet the eligibility criteria

attend an informal interview with a

course tutor.

3If successful be

given a conditional or unconditional

offer.4

Be invited to priority enrolment

in August.

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Application checklist!

• Complete all sections of the application form

• Make sure everything is spelt correctly and clear to read, using block capitals

• Check that you have followed all of the instructions on the form

• Be honest with your answers

• Ask someone else to read your application form when you are done

• Check you have written the right course and College on your form

• Make a copy of the form and keep for your own records

If you are unsure what course/s to apply for, please get in touch or come to one of our Open Days. Our Learner Information Services team will be happy to help you with any queries or questions you may have. Call us on 020 8741 1688 or email [email protected].

Don’t Forget...

To find out when the next Open Day is visit wlc.ac.uk/opendays

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3. Support at the CollegeThe College is diverse and welcomes learners regardless of age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. Our aim is to create a safe and supportive learning environment through a range of services pre-entry or on a course. To help us understand the support you may need at College, please complete the section below.

Do you have a disability and/or learning difficulty that requires support at interview or during study? Yes No

If yes please specify the type of support, for example; wheelchair access, hearing or visual impairment, mental health, dyslexia:

Would you like to discuss your application support needs with an Advisor? Yes No One of our Additional Learning Support team will contact you to discuss. If you need any further information please contact Learner Services on 020 8741 1688

2. Personal details Mr Mrs Miss Ms Other

Surname or family name First name

Middle names Date of birth

Address

Postcode

Mobile Telephone (home) Email

Are you in possession of a UK visa? * Yes No

Have you been a resident in the UK or EU for three years? Yes No

Do you need to apply for a visa to come and study in the UK? * Yes No

Preferred method of communication: Email Letter Note: We will use this to contact you regarding your application.

Gender: Female Male

*The College is not currently able to sponsor students who require a Tier 4 visa to study in the UK. We offer immigration support for students requiring a Short Term Study visa to study in the UK.

APPLICATION FORM 2019-20

Data Number (College use only)

1. Course details Please tick the College you would like to study at (one only):

Name of the course and level you would like to study (for GCSEs add subject titles). Only add one full time course choice.

Course Name Level For GCSEs list subjects

Hammersmith Ealing Southall Park Royal WLCA

This form is available in larger print if required. Please contact us for copies.

If you need help completing this form or if there is anything you do not understand please contact the Learner Information Service. t : 020 8741 1688 e : [email protected] w : wlc.ac.uk/apply

Please complete the application form using BLOCK CAPITALS. You can also complete this form at wlc.ac.uk/apply.

4. Qualifications and resultsIf you are aged 16–19 please provide details of all predicted or actual qualifications and results. If you are 20 years old or over please provide details of qualifications relevant to the course or required to meet the entry criteria. You will need to bring your exam slips or certificates either to your interview or when you enrol.

Your current school or school last attended:

Subject Qualification and Level YearResults

Mock Exam/Predicted Grade

Actual Grade

If you obtained your qualifications outside the UK please state which country:

5. Ethnicity This information is used for monitoring purposes only, in line with our equal opportunity policy.

Please tick the most appropriate box Asian/Asian British

Indian

Pakistani

Bangladeshi

Chinese

Any Other Asian

Mixed/Multiple Ethnic Group

White & Black Caribbean

White & Black African

White & Asian

Any Other Mixed

White

English/Welsh/Scottish/Northern Irish/British

Irish

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

Any Other White

Black/African/Caribbean/Black British

African

Caribbean

Any Other Black/African/Caribbean

Other Ethnic Group

Arab

Any Other

6. Please tell us how you heard about us

Please tick the most appropriate box

School

Emails

WLC Website

Newsletter

Radio/TV Internet/Education Websites

Prospectus

Friends/Family

Outdoor Advertising Social Media

Advice Providers

7. Declaration Keeping you informed

West London College would like to keep you updated about courses, events and college news. If you are happy for us to contact you for marketing purposes, please tick this box

How we use your personal information?

This privacy notice is issued by the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA), on behalf of the Secretary of State for the Department of Education (DfE). It is to inform learners how their personal information will be used by the DfE, the ESFA (an executive agency of the DfE) and any successor bodies to these organisations. For the purposes of relevant data protection legislation, the DfE is the data controller for personal data processed by the ESFA.

Your personal information is used by the DfE to exercise its functions and to meet its statutory responsibilities, including under the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009 and to create and maintain a unique learner number (ULN) and a personal learning record (PLR). Your information will be securely destroyed after it is no longer required for these purposes.

Your information may be shared with third parties for education, training, employment and well-being related purposes, including for research. This will only take place where the law allows it and the sharing is in compliance with data protection legislation.

The English European Social Fund (ESF) Managing Authority (or agents acting on its behalf) may contact you in order for them to carry out research and evaluation to inform the effectiveness of training.

You can agree to be contacted for other purposes by ticking any of the following boxes:

About courses or learning opportunities For surveys and research By post By phone By e-mail

Further information about use of and access to your personal data, details of organisations with whom we regularly share data, information about how long we retain your data, and how to change your consent to being contacted, please visit: www.gov.uk/government/publications/esfa-privacy-notice

By signing the box below, I understand that I am applying to become a student at West London College and that the information I have given is correct to the best of my knowledge. I consent to my information being used as described above and I am happy for the College to contact me about my application and enrolment.

Please sign below to confirm you accept these terms: Date:

Submitting your form: Admissions, West London College, Gliddon Road, Barons Court, London W14 9BL

How to I apply for a course?

We accept online applications submitted through our website, as well as paper application forms found in the back of this guide. You can send this via the post or by hand to any College site.

What is the deadline for application?

We accept applications up until enrolment, but places are limited so we recommend applying as soon as possible so you have the best opportunity of securing a place on the course of your choice.

Is there an interview process?

You will be invited to attend an interview. If successful you will then be given either a conditional or unconditional offer and later invited to enrolment.

When does enrolment start?

For courses starting in September, enrolment starts in August. For the latest dates and times please visit wlc.ac.uk/enrolment

How do I decide which course to study?

To find out more about each course, please visit wlc.ac.uk/courses, or come along to one of our Open Days to speak to tutors and careers advisors.

Are there any courses for adults?

We offer a wide range of full-time, part-time and short courses for students aged 19 and over. To find out more, please visit wlc.ac.uk/adults

Are there minimum requirements?

Each course has individual entry requirements based on the course level and specification. These can be found on our website. Some courses may require initial assessments which you will be advised of.

What happens if I change my mind?

If you change your mind before classes start, you can come for an interview with a tutor for the new course you are interested in. If you change your mind after your course has started, you have a short period in which you can change to a different course, subject to places and entry requirements.

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