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CITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON COLLEGE PROSPECTUS ISSUE 1 • JANUARY 2012 FREE!

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COLLEGE IN THECOMMUNITYPage 6

WORK IN SECURITY AT LONDON 2012Page 6

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IT COURSES AT THECHUBB BUILDING P7APPRENTICESHIPS P5

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ContentsWHY STUDY WITH US?................................3

APPRENTICESHIPS ....................................4

WORK IN SECURITY AT LONDON 2012 ..........6

COLLEGE IN THE COMMUNITY .....................6

IT COURSES AT THE CHUBB BUILDING..........7

PRINCE’S TRUST ........................................8

FREE PART-TIME COURSES..........................9

HOW TO APPLY..........................................10

PART-TIME COURSE LISTINGS......................11

HIGHER EDUCATION...................................12

THE CEDARS HORTICULTURAL CENTRE ........14

WE’RE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC .......................16

THE TRAVEL ACADEMY...............................18

THE COMMUNITY SPORTS CENTRE ..............19

MONEY OFF VOUCHERS ..............................19

BEEN MADE REDUNDANT? WE CAN HELP .....20

DISCLAIMERThe information in this guide was accurate at the time of its publication.Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, it is often necessary toamend course details.While we take every care to ensure that the informationis as accurate as possible, we reserve the right to close or not run classes ifenrolment numbers are not educationally or economically viable.

Paget Road CampusPaget RoadWolverhamptonWV6 0DU01902 317500

Wellington Road CampusWellington RoadBilstonWV14 6BT01902 821033

Metro One CampusBilston StreetWolverhamptonWV1 3AH01902 821300

Newhampton CentreDunkley StreetWolverhamptonWV1 4AN01902 821900

King StreetWolverhamptonWV1 1SX01902 821444

The Cedars Horticultural CentreCompton RoadWolverhamptonWV3 9DW01902 312064

Chubb IT Learning CentreUnit 11 Chubb BuildingFryer StreetWV1 1HT01902 427380

Telford CampusTrevithick House Stafford Park 4Telford ShropshireTF3 3BA01952 610101

Worcester Campus9 Copenhagen StreetWorcesterWR1 2HB01905 22600

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Why Study at City of Wolverhampton College?Advice & GuidanceOur Advice & Guidance Service offersfree and impartial help and advice toanyone wishing to further theireducation.

Many of our potential learners areunaware of the range of opportunitiesavailable to them at the college. Theguidance process aims to enhance theirawareness ensuring that potentiallearners are in a position to makeinformed choices based on accurateinformation.

If you are unsure about your careeror confused about which course to do,the Advice & Guidance team areavailable to help you explore youroptions and support you in makingdecisions about your future andsupport you along your learner journey- even before you join the college.

They will also be happy to help youwith writing your CV and completingapplication forms, as well as giving yousupport as you prepare for interviewsor apply to higher education.

CounsellingWe have free and confidentialcounselling and welfare servicesbecause we know that talking to acounsellor can help you throughdifficult times.

Personal counselling for students incollege is offered by qualifiedcounsellors who work within theEthical Framework of the BritishAssociation for Counselling andPsychotherapy.

Personal SupportTutoring is at the heart of the learnerexperience delivered by committedlearner-centred staff. Our PersonalTutors help to develop effectiveworking relationships to provideencouragement and support and guidestudents on to specialist internal andexternal support services asappropriate.

The aim of our tutoring framework is to inspire and support you to achieveyour goals throughout all stages of yourjourney in the college. All our full-time learners are allocated

a Personal Tutor and have access toregular group and one-to-one tutorialswhere they receive help to reflect ontheir skills and experience, andtogether agree goals and targets tomaximise their achievement.Our tutorial system has a vital role to

play in enhancing our learners’academic and personal development,paving the way to success andprogression.

Students’ UnionThe Students’ Union is affiliated to theNUS and we rely on volunteers to offera service to students. To begin with,most students join the Union to get anNUS card which entitles them todiscounts on purchases for a hugevariety of shops and services. Howeverthe main job of the Union is to providestudents with representation, which itdoes in close liaison with Student Voice.

The Students’ Union has anexecutive team of officers covering allareas of student life, consisting ofpresident, vice president, welfare,mature student, sports, LGBT,women’s, entertainment, health andsafety, campus site officers, ethnic,higher education and disability.

It has two governors on thegoverning body: one is the Students’Union president and the other is votedupon. Officers are eligible to attendNUS conferences such as the nationalconference, the gender conference andthe disability conference. Each year wesend two or three of our officers to theNUS national conference and they alsoattend the local and regional meetingsof West Midlands NUS.

We are involved in Health and Safetyand various other committees and indeveloping the college’s learningengagement strategy. There areopportunities for students to run forcity youth council and in the past wehave contributed to discussions at localauthority level. We also run campaignson our students’ behalf about cuts inFurther Education and Adult Learninggrants, in conjunction with the NUScampaigns at national level.

Our day-to-day work is in helpingstudents with everyday issues such asadvice or support, travel to college andin assisting students who may beexperiencing hardship. The Students’Union is important in guiding studentsto further services both inside andoutside the college.

We also offer volunteering andplacement opportunities to studentswishing to gain further experience thatwill enhance your job prospects.

Finally, the Students’ Union supportsmany events throughout the year:Fresher and Health Fairs, andarranging fundraising activities thatinclude Children In Need, Red NoseDay, Sport Relief, County AirAmbulance plus many more. Wearrange two trips to Alton Towers eachyear. The first trip is held in Octoberand the second trip in May before finalexams.

Race Equality StatementCity of Wolverhampton College affirmsthat minority ethnic individuals areentitled to the same equal rights,responsibilities and opportunities asthe majority population. The collegestrives to ensure that, whatever theheritage and origins of members of thecollege community, everyone is equallyvalued and treats one another withrespect.

As part of the college’s EqualOpportunities Policy, this statementserves to remind us all that diversity inour society is a strength and we mustensure equality and equity havingregard to issues of gender, age, race,religion, disability, sexual orientationand culture.

We will work towards theelimination of racism whether overt,covert, or by omission, and we willensure that individuals andcommunities have equal access to ourlearning programmes and facilities.

A full copy of the Race EqualityStatement can be obtained from the Advice Centres or by calling CollegeDirect on 01902 836000.

Learning SupportWe welcome people of all abilities, andare committed to enabling those withdisabilities and learning difficulties toparticipate fully in college life.

Our Learning Support Serviceprovides support for students with awide range of learning needs. If you feel you are struggling with yourliteracy, numeracy or language skills,we can talk through your concerns and find a way to help.

If you have a learning difficulty, asensory impairment or a physicaldisability, we will work with you to plan the support and reasonableadjustments needed to enable you to attend your course at City ofWolverhampton College.

Most entrances are ramped or havegradual approaches and the main doorsat the Metro One, Paget Road andWellington Road campuses areautomated. Car parking spaces fordisabled drivers are reserved at thefront of our campuses.

Learning Resources CentresThe Learning Resources Centres areyour one-stop shops where you canresearch and complete yourassignments. In the Learning ResourceCentres we provide:• A wide-ranging collection of learning

materials and resources designed to match your course and meet your learning needs

• Computer facilities for you to use to produce high quality assignments

• Binding facilities for student assignments

• Professional and vocational journals, magazines and newspapers (many available online)

• Free reservations service if the resource you want is being used by another learner

• An inter-library loans service to get unusual resources from other centres

• Learning Resource inductions and information skills training

• Study spaces to work in groups or on your own

• Affordable printing and photocopying facilities

• We stock around 35,000 items in a range of formats including books, DVDs, CDs and over 3,000 e-books, as well as a wide variety of other online resources available through our website

Our team is experienced and trained toanswer your queries. Each subject has aLearning Advisor to help you get thebest from the resources for your course.

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Multifaith ChaplaincyThe Multifaith Chaplain promotes thewellbeing of students throughMultifaith work in the college. Workingwith a team of staff, associate chaplainsand student chaplaincy supporters wedevelop links between the college,churches and faith groups in thecommunity.

We organise events to celebratefestivals such as Diwali, Eid andChristmas and informal student Alphaand faith courses. Our regular worshipand prayer, formal and informal, isopen all.

The Chaplain is available tocontribute on personal, spiritual,moral, social and cultural mattersthrough sessions tailored to suit thelevel of individual groups.

Wellbeing activities range fromFairtrade, to trips to local and nationalfaith centres, coffee mornings andmany other fun things.

The Chaplain is always availableduring college hours to offerconfidential and non-judgmentalpastoral support. This covers a widerange of matters, from bereavementcounselling to being a supportivepresence to all. The Multifaith Chaplain can

be contacted on 07527 947936 or internal extension 2056 at alltimes during college hours.

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What areApprenticeships?As employees, Apprentices earn a wage and work alongsideexperienced staff to gain job-specific skills. Off-the-job, usually on aday-release basis, Apprentices receive training at college to worktowards nationally recognised qualifications.

Apprenticeships are designed with the help of the employers in theindustry so they offer a structured programme that takes you through theskills you need to do a job well. Providing a head start in building a career,they are an attractive option for increasing numbers of people.Employer Services TeamThe college’s Employer Services Team promotes Apprenticeships toemployers and encourages them to adopt Apprenticeship programmes totrain new and existing staff. Apprenticeship Recruitment Service The college also supports people to access vacancies for Apprentices. ItsApprenticeship Recruitment Service supports those interested inbecoming Apprentices and provides their details to employers withappropriate vacancies. It assists them through the interview process andwith progression into employment.Apprenticeships are available in:

Please call the Employer Services Team on 01902 317691to ask for a leaflet about the Apprenticeship you’re interested in, or visit wolvcoll.ac.uk/apprenticeships

For more information or to book an appointment please contact Satinder or Julia from the Employer Services Team on 01902 837125 or email at [email protected] [email protected]

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ROUTES INTOEMPLOYMENT AND TOMORROW’SAPPRENTICESAre you ages 16 to 18 and interested in an Apprenticeship?

• Accountancy • Beauty Therapy • Brickwork • Business Admin• Business Improvement • Carpentry & Joinery • Childcare • Creative Industries• Customer Service • Electrical • Engineering • Hairdressing & Barbering• Health & Social Care

• Horticulture • Hospitality• Housing • IT • Library Studies• Marketing & Communications• Motor Vehicle• Painting & Decorating • Plumbing • Polymer Processing• Retail • Sport & Leisure • Team Leading & Management

From January 2012 the College willoffer training, employment skills andwork experience programmes that willboth prepare you for and help you findApprenticeships in a variety ofdifferent areas, including:• Construction• Customer Services• Engineering• Fitness Instructing Level 2

• Football Coaching Level 2

• Horticulture• Information Technology• Hairdressing

The course will be 31⁄2 days per week,starting on 16 January 2012 and will runfor 25 weeks.

What you will get from doing thecourse:• Technical Certificate

• Develop Key Skills (Maths & English)

• Interview Skills andTechniques• Health and SafetyQualification• Visit to RelevantEmployers

• Access to Jobs Fair in April

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Get Steps Ahead with anApprenticeship

With many young people struggling to findwork in the current economic climate, twoyoung engineers are hoping to secure theirfutures through an Apprenticeship.

Luke Henson, aged 17, and Jack McGinty, 19,have just embarked on Apprenticeships at Jenksand Cattell Engineering, in Wednesfield.

The pair, who combine their work with studyingat City of Wolverhampton College, chose theprogramme to give them the vital work experiencethat would appeal to future employers.

Luke is working towards an Apprenticeship inFabrication and Welding. He said: “Nowadayscompanies want people who are Apprentice-trained because they are looking for theexperience, so an Apprenticeship puts you stepsahead of other learners.

“An Apprenticeship really helps you get used to aworking environment and the hours you have towork.

Machining Apprentice Jack McGinty added:“You are set up for life with an Apprenticeship andare virtually guaranteed a job at the end of it.

“In the current economic climate with so manypeople looking for work companies can afford to bepicky when recruiting new staff – by the time Icomplete my qualification I will already have twoyears experience in the trade, which will put meahead of the competition.”For more information on Apprenticeships at

City of Wolverhampton College call 01902317691 or visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk

While football has traditionally providedApprenticeships on the pitch, Walsall FootballClub have also taken the opportunity in theirmarketing and media department through theappointment of Marketing & MediaApprentice, Laura Yates, who is currentlystudying towards her NVQ Level 2 inMarketing at City of Wolverhampton College.

“It’s a fantastic place to work and I’ve alwaysbeen interested in football but I’m now getting tosee so much more of what goes on behind thescenes at a club.

“I’ve been in the press box on match-days,conducted interviews, worked on the blog, beeninvolved in the distribution of marketingmaterials and I’m starting work on theorganisation of a fun day at the club for localpeople and kids to come along too.

“It’s a varied role and one I’m really, reallypleased with”.

Club Secretary Dan Mole values thecontribution that Laura is making andbelieves that all football clubs should consideremploying Apprentices on the non-playing side.

“Laura has been a real breath of fresh air,” hesaid. “She’s keen and eager to learn and hasbecome a valuable member of the team. It’simportant that, as the town’s football club, we playan active role in the community. One way in whichto do that is to help youngsters progress both onand off the field.

“Apprenticeships in football do not have to beexclusive to the playing and community side ofthings. As Laura is proving, Apprentices can playan important role behind the scenes. It’simportant to invest in the future and take the timeto allow others, like Laura, to flourish in the workenvironment.”

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MEDIACOVE Media Training at Paget Road CampusIndustry Talk: Getting into the Film Industry Wed 15 Feb 10:00 - 16:00 £50Quick Vids - Intro to Video Production Thu 16 Feb 10:00 - 16:00 £50Industry Talk: Blogging for Business Wed 6 June 10:00 - 16:00 £50Quick Vids - Intro to Video Production Thu 7 June 10:00 - 16:00 £50Contact us on 01902 317646 for further information. Book your place on http://mediacove.eventbrite.com

College Recognised for EncouragingEntrepreneurs of Tomorrow!City of Wolverhampton College has received national recognition for its workin encouraging young people to tap into their entrepreneurial spirit.

The college has been awarded the High Impact Badge of Honour toacknowledge the important contribution they are making to globalentrepreneurship.

During this year’s Global Entrepreneurship Week, which took place fromNovember 14 to 18, the college hosted a number of activities to encourage studentsto think about entrepreneurship and their ability to be enterprising.

These included a gadget show challenge, where business students werechallenged to put together a business plan for a small business selling electricalgoods. The students had to research their items and visit local retailers beforedeciding on the viability of their business.

Media buffs also had the chance to compete in an ad challenge, and given justone week to film a three minute advertisement to promote a designated product.

Other activities included a bread and cake sale by catering students, a raffle andflower sale by floristry students, a jewellery sale by adult retail students and travelpromotions.

Employability and Enterprise Co-ordinator Amy Gardiner said: “For manystudents, it has never occurred to them to start up their own business. GlobalEntrepreneurship Week gives students the chance to broaden their horizons andexplore all the options that are available when they leave college.

“The week not only encourages young people to turn their enterprise ideas intoaction but helps them to develop the skills and attitudes they will need to succeed.”

Global Entrepreneurship Week is now in its seventh year. Each year more than100 countries take part in thousands of events to mark the week. The High Impact‘Badge of Honour’ is awarded by organisers Youth Business International tohighlight the best events.

Wolverhampton WeldingStudent Strikes GoldFormer City of Wolverhampton College student Nick Rose (20) is celebrating after winning the gold medal in the UK Skills ConstructionMetalwork Competition.

Nick won the heats in Bristol in July this year, which qualified him for thenational event in Grimsby. He beat six of the top welders in the UK in the contest,which involved first fabricating the base for a crane, then welding the jib assembly.

Nick studied at City of Wolverhampton College for three years. He did Weldingand Fabrication Level 2 for a year, followed by two years studying at Level 3,which he passed with a distinction, the highest classification. While he wastraining, he was on one of the new Apprenticeship programmes with Metskill. He now works for his father’s Glendale Architectural and Metalwork Company inOldbury, who specialise in fabricating steel structures such as staircases.

Lecturer Andy Whitehouse said: “Nicholas showed his skills to his advantageand applied everything he learned here. We are all very proud of him and wishhim every success for the future”

A wide range of college courses areavailable in different areas across the City, including:• Oxley/Fordhouses � • Whitmore Reans � • Low Hill/Scotlands � • Bushbury• Pendeford• Bilston• Wednesfield• Heath Town• Graiseley• Parkfields• East Park• Penn/Merryhill

This means you can attend courses at a venue close to your own home. Thesecan help you get a new job; improveyour literacy, numeracy and IT skillsand help you become active in yourcommunity.

Courses from January 2012 include:• Certificate Level 1 Mentoring• Adult Literacy and Numeracy• English for Speakers of Other Languages• NCFC Level 1 Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People• Introduction Care Work• Introduction Level 1 Counselling• NCFC Level 1 Mental Health Awareness• NCFE Level 1 Substance and Misuse Awareness• Certificate Food Safety and Preparation• Certificate Level 2 Health and Safety• Certificate Level 1 Safeguarding• Certificate in Creative Webpage Design• Switch on to IT (Beginners course)• Paediatric First Aid• Customer Service• Employability Skills• Certificate in Volunteering• First Aid for Child and Baby• Emergency First Aid at Work• Teaching Assistant Award Level 2• Assertiveness and Confidence Building

...Courses available at a location near you.

Education on your doorstep

College in the community

For further details please contact Lorna Prosser on 01902 821929or email [email protected]

WORK IN SECURITYAT LONDON 2012College Students Go for GoldPeople from across the Black Countryhave the chance to go for gold and getinvolved in the London 2012 Olympics.

As part of the Bridging the Gapproject students have the chance togain qualifications in security andbecome part of the security forceworking at the London 2012 Olympicsand Paralympic Games.

Those who complete the course willbe guaranteed an interview to becomea paid steward at the Games next year.If they are successful, they will performa range of duties to ensure spectatorsafety.

Bridging the Gap is open toeveryone, not just school leavers.Students work towards an award inDoor Supervision, which providestudents with a springboard for futurecareers in the security industry, theuniformed services and armed forces.

Student Support and EntitlementManager Debbie Illidge said: “This is afantastic opportunity for learners to beinvolved in the biggest sports event ofthe year, while also providing themwith a springboard into the securityindustry.”

Upcoming Courses:Course 4Start date: Friday 9th DecemberEnd date: Saturday 17th DecemberCourse 5Start date: Saturday 10th DecemberEnd date: Sunday 18th DecemberCourse 6Start date: Friday 6th JanuaryEnd date: Saturday 14th JanuaryCourse 7Start date: Saturday 7th JanuaryEnd date: Sunday 15th JanuaryCourse 8Start date: Friday 27th JanuaryEnd date: Saturday 4th FebruaryCourse 9Start date: Saturday 28th JanuaryEnd date: Sunday 5th FebruaryCourse 10Start date: Monday 13th FebruaryEnd date: Thursday 16th FebruaryCourse 11Start date: Tuesday 14th FebruaryEnd date: Friday 17th February

Call 01902 821338 for details

Would you like to gaina qualification inLiteracy and Numeracyequivalent to a GCSE? Would you like to benefit from improving your skills in:

• Self confidence• Reading skills• Customer care• Following instructions• Taking messages• Writing reports & letters• Helping your children with their homework

• Estimating numbers• Handling money• Ordering and stock control• Weighing and measuring• Complying with Health & Safety Regulations

Evening and daytime workshops are available at our Wellington Road Campus, Bilston.

For more information about our Skills for Life courses, please call Susan Skillern on 01902 821151.

A City of Wolverhampton College business student has jetted off to China tofind out how people live on the other side of the world.

Mom-of-two Vikki Lowe, who is enrolled on a part-time Foundation degree inBusiness Management, which is offered in partnership with the University ofWolverhampton, spent two weeks in China learning the language and way of life.

The trip was a study programme open to students from the university. Thegroup spent time in Shenzhen, Hong Kong and Beijing.

Vikki said: “Studying has opened up opportunities I never could’ve imagined.The trip to China was a once in a life-time opportunity and I learnt so much, notonly education wise but about myself too. It really opened my eyes to the way oflife in China as well as how they study there.”

Vikki progressed on to the Foundation degree after completing her NVQ Levelthree in Customer Service and ITQ. She’s currently employed as anAdministration Assistant in the Logistics Department at HS Marston AerospaceLimited.

She added: “I decided to enrol on an evening foundation degree at the college tofurther my studies. Studying for a degree and working full-time can be difficultwith two young children to look after. The course works for me because it fitsaround both my work and family life.

“The course has given me significant knowledge and understanding of thebusiness environment. My role at HS Marston varies from processing orders,liaising with customers, as well as working in despatch and exports, where I havecontact with clients across the UK and worldwide. I’ve been able to apply whatI’ve learned on the course to my job, which has increased my confidence in myability to carry out my role.

“I hope to continue with my education and achieve a bachelor’s degree in thenext few years and progress further in my career.”


Computer training throughout the year

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Log on to your future

Winsome Bonnie wanted to improveher computer skills so she could helpher two children with theirhomework – little did she know itwould result in a job!

She enrolled on the iTQ course at theChubb IT Learning Centre and afterimpressing staff was offeredemployment on the other side of thedesk as an administrator.

She said: “The course was brilliant. Ididn’t know anything about computersand it taught me so much. The tutorswere great. If you got stuck they werealways nearby to help out.

“I didn’t realise I would lovecomputing so much, or get on with thecourse so well so I decided to go intoadmin. I started my NVQ BusinessAdmin Level 2, something I wouldnever have thought of doing before.

“I have now been working at theChubb as an administrator for over ayear and can’t believe I’ve come fromknowing nothing about IT to advisingothers.”

Eighty-three-year-old Hazel Wilkesis proving it’s never too late to learnafter enrolling on a computingcourse at the Chubb IT LearningCentre.

She said: “I’ve got a computer athome which wasn’t used very often andI thought it was time it got some use.“I had also just lost my husband andfelt it was time to do something formyself.

“Doing the course has taught me howmuch more I can do with a computer.The course is extremely good and thestaff are very helpful, understandingand patient - they have been wonderfulto me. You can work at your own speedand your own level and you aren’ttrying to keep up with anybody else.

“It’s the place to come for both peoplewho want qualifications for a job andalso older people because it’s a meansof understanding what a computer cando. It’s a great pleasure to know whatmy family are talking about when itcomes to IT!”

Calvin Peterson travels all the wayfrom West Bromwich to train at theChubb IT Learning Centre inWolverhampton.

The 33-year-old enrolled on the Level1 course as he wanted to keep his brainactive after a medical condition left himunable to work.

He said: “I thought I would start withan IT course because I use thecomputer every day and felt it would beuseful. I am doing Level 2 to keep thebrain ticking over.

“The tutors are really friendly andvery helpful. The course is veryinformative and although some bits aretricky the tutors are always there tohelp you.

“The hours are good because you canpick your own to suit you each week.

“I would recommend this course toanyone. It has definitely helped mewith computing while also giving memore confidence and helping me withmy self-esteem.”

Computing courses at the Chubb Building

Music Students Go Backstage Music students from City of Wolverhampton College trod in the footsteps of popidols and rockstars when they went behind the scenes at a live music event.

The Foundation Degree students went backstage at Duran Duran’s LG Arenashow in Birmingham on December 2 to discover the work that goes into puttingon a performance on a grand scale.

The Production Day Visit was organised by The National Skills Academy forCreative & Cultural to demonstrate the huge importance of backstage andtechnical staff in bringing a live music event together and encourage more youngpeople to think about a career in the industry.

The students spent a morning front of house learning about the roles andresponsibilities involved in putting together shows on this scale, gaining a clearerunderstanding of career options in the live music sector and the skills and traininginvolved.

“Finding people who want to work in the music industry isn’t the hard part,”said Paul Latham, Head of Live Nation and Chair of the Skills Academy. “This isan attractive industry with many a young person wanting to work in it. But it's adifferent matter finding the right person, with the right skills and attitude. TheseProduction Day Visits gave these students a real insight into what it takes to puton a world-class show.”

The Production Days were open to students from the National Skills Academy’s20 Founder Further Education Colleges. As a founder college, City ofWolverhampton College has been selected to help raise the profile of the UK’screative industries and support more young people wanting to enter the sector.For more information about Creative Arts courses at City of

Wolverhampton College ring College Direct on 01902 836000.

News JournalismThis unit will equip you with the skillsrequired to produce professional newsstories for newspapers and magazines.You will learn modern newsgatheringand writing techniques, including thegrowing importance of social mediaand online sources. You will cover theimportance of news deadlines and beexpected to attend events and conductinterviews to provide primary sourcematerial for stories.Contact Elke Theissl on 01902 317646or email [email protected] formore information.

HD Camera and Lighting TechniquesThis new 12 week course will give youthe skills you need to become a cameraoperator, be it in TV, video or filmproduction. You will be introduced tothe camera functions and exploretechnical requirements for shootingmaterial ready for editing, as well as theconventions surrounding shots,sequences and framing. There will beopportunities to explore and uselighting techniques and equipmentwhilst in the studio or on location.Contact Elke Theissl on 01902 317646or email [email protected] formore information.

Both courses run on Wednesday evenings from 6pm to 8.30pm, starting on 1stFebruary 2011. The courses run for 12 weeks with 2 weeks of assessment andfeedback at the end, and cost £660 plus a £27 registration fee, which can be paidin instalments.

Both modules are part of the HND in Creative Media Production and can beconverted into a full HND. If you choose to continue with two or more modulesfrom September 2012, you will be eligible for a student loan to cover all furthercosts.

To study for the HND full-time at the college costs just £4,500 which isconsiderably more cost-effective than studying at University. We are also able towork flexibly around students’ other commitments and all of our programmes aredesigned to give our learners the best possible chances to find employment in themedia industry.

Step Up - Higher Education Media Courses

Young people hoping to work in theconstruction industry can get theirfirst step on the ladder thanks to anew course being launched at City ofWolverhampton College.The Access to Apprenticeships

course in Construction Maintenancekicks off in January, giving 20students the chance to learn all theskills necessary to find a job in atrade.

The lucky students will have thechance to try their hand atbrickwork, carpentry, plumbing,painting and decorating, plasteringand tiling before choosing an area tospecialise in.Employer Engagement Manager

Jamie Holland said: “We havedeveloped this course after listeningto Housing Associations andproperty maintenance companies,

who said they needed more youngpeople with the right skills for the job.“The skills these students learn

will enable them to work in domesticand commercial premises, to givenspecifications, and will open thedoor to a wide range of jobopportunities.”Interested applicants need to ring

Debbie Williams on 01902 821110before 3 January 2012.

Exciting New Construction Course is Launched


If you are aged 16-25 and live in theBlack Country there’s a full-timePrince’s Trust Team Programme foryou, run by City of WolverhamptonCollege.

The Prince’s Trust team is a full-time12 week programme made up of:

Week 1 - IntroductionsMeet the other young people whohave joined the programme.

Week 2 - ResidentialOutdoor activities, such as rockclimbing,abseiling and raft building toenable you to develop your team-building skills.

Weeks 3, 4, 5 & 6 - Community ProjectChoose a local community project, planand fund-raise to see what a differenceyour hard work can make.

Weeks 7 & 8 - Work PlacementsA work placement in the area of workthat interests you.

Week 9 - Next StepsCVs, interview techniques, mockinterviews and job search.

Weeks 10 & 11 - Final Team ChallengePut your team-building skills to useand spend time with people in yourcommunity.

Week 12 - PresentationYour chance to show everyone who hassupported you exactly what you haveachieved over the past 12 weeks.At the end of the programme you notonly come out with the Prince’s TrustCertificate in Employment, Teamworkand Community Skills - the programmealso provides you with a host ofcertificates that are useful in theworkplace.

They range from Appointed Person’sFirst Aid to Food Safety and Cateringand a Safety Certificate from WestMidlands Fire Service.

There’s training in putting togetheryour CV, interview techniques and jobsearch skills.

The programme has all theequipment supplied and help withtravel expenses. It doesn’t affect yourentitlement to benefits: if you are onJobseekers’ Allowance you can continueto sign on, although you must notify theJobcentre that you are on theprogramme.

Where can I do it?The college is the main delivery partnerfor the Prince’s Trust Team Programmein the Black Country. Teams are runfrom Wolverhampton (Bilston andCentral Wolverhampton), Walsall(Brownhills and Central Walsall),Dudley (Sedgley,Wordsley,Halesowen),Sandwell (Smethwick, Tipton andWednesbury), Telford and Shrewsbury.Approximately three Team programmesper year are run from each location.

Prince’s Trust 2012 start datesNetherton 16 JanWolverhampton 23 JanBrownhills 30 JanWednesbury 6 FebWolverhampton 13 FebBilston 12 MarchSmethwick 19 MarchTelford 2 AprilShrewsbury 9 AprilWalsall 16 AprilHalesowen 23 AprilTipton 30 AprilSedgley 7 May

A group of young people markedThe Prince’s Trust Make a ChangeWeek by transforming a school playarea in Wednesbury.

Make a Change Week, which tookplace from October 25 -29, aimed tohighlight the 20th anniversary of theyouth charity’s Team programmewhich supports unemployed youngpeople into work, education andtraining.

The youngsters, who completed the12-week Prince’s Trust Teamprogramme with City ofWolverhampton College, “made achange” by renovating the grounds ofWednesbury Oak Primary School,Greenacre Road.

The group of 16 to 25-year-oldsworked hard to transform a patch ofgrass into an outdoor retreat for theschool’s reception class, complete witha wildlife garden, pond, sensorygarden and vegetable containers.

They raised the £400 needed for theproject by carrying out a bag pack atIceland in Brierley Hill, performing asponsored jail break and washing carsat Tipton Fire Station. The schooldonated additional money towardsmaterials.

The group of young people joinedthe 12 week programme to help themgain skills and improve theirconfidence to help them into work,education and training.

Stacey-Anne Williams, aged 22, saidjoining the Team course had helpedincrease her confidence. She added: “I’m a single mom of two and

before the programme was sitting athome without the confidence to goout and find a job. “The course helps you work as a

team and brings out the best in you.I’m a qualified hairdresser and aspart of the programme went on workexperience in a salon.”Prince’s Trust Team leader Imran

Khan said: “The Prince’s Trust Makea Change Week highlighted the 20year anniversary of the Teamprogramme where thousands ofyoung people have been making achange in their neighbourhoods andmaking a change to their lives.“These young people like so many

before them gained skills andincreased confidence and motivationto support them into work, educationand training.”

“The course helps you work as ateam and brings out the best in you.”

Students transforma school play area

Young people on a personal development programme have rolled up theirsleeves to give a new lease of life to a community centre in Delves.

The group of 12 students have given the grounds of the Place of RefugeCommunity Church, Talke Road, a complete overhaul, transforming theovergrown gardens into a colourful play area for youngsters who attend thechurch’s Sure Start nursery, laying down bark and installing raised beds.

Team Leader Jane Littlehales said: “This was two weeks of very hard work forthe team, but they have really risen to the occasion and completely transformedthe area. They should be very proud of what they have achieved.”

The Team raised the £608 needed for their project by completing bag packs atIceland and a doing a sponsored leg wax.

The project forms the community programme element of the course, where thestudents are asked to give their time and energy to an activity that would have along lasting impact on the local community.

Young People Give New Leaseof Life to Community Centre

FOR MORE DETAILSCALL COLLEGE DIRECTON 01902 836000


* Tuition fees waived. Exam fees payable for part-time learners who may be able to apply for assistance through the Learner Support Fund.**JSA, ESA, Income Support, Bereavement Allowance, Carer's Allowance.When enrolling you will have to sign an agreement to state that you require this training to support your entry to employment. Please bring documentation to prove you are in receipt of benefit, dated within the last 4 weeks.


College & Cost InformationThe CollegeWe are committed to providing education for everyone, with a variety of flexiblecourses for all ages and abilities. Our courses are designed to encourage people toimprove their education and their future. If you are looking to expand your careeroptions, move on to university or pursue an interest, we are confident that you willbe able to find a course that will suit your requirements and aspirations.

Here to helpIf the idea of returning to education is off-putting,we have a whole team of peoplewho are here to help you.The award-winning advice and guidance team can guideyou through the courses on offer and make sure that you enrol on the right one.

How do I join?You can enrol in person at Paget Road,Wellington Road or Metro One campuswithin Customer Services. On courses stating ‘interview required’ you will need tomeet with the course tutor before enrolling. For courses not stating interviewrequired, it is possible to enrol over the telephone by calling College Direct on01902 836000.

What are the costs?The prices in this guide cover tuition and exam fees. However, if a course requirespayment of registration or examination fees to an external organisation, egInstitute of Legal Executives, then this is the responsibility of the learner. If yourcompany is paying for your training, then you need to provide a letter ofauthorisation at enrolment.

SupportThe college believes that everyone should have the opportunity to learn effectivelyto the best of their ability, to enable them to complete a qualification. Learningsupport offers a range of support aimed at ensuring disabled learners can achievetheir potential at the college. Please contact Learning Support as soon as possibleto arrange support.We cannot guarantee we will be able to provide support inevery case.

Concessions - Help with FeesAged between 16 and 18?If you are aged between 16 and 18 on 31 August 2011 you will not be charged fortuition or exam fees.You may be required to provide proof of age at enrolment.All Skills for Life programmes throughout the college are FREE (this does notapply to overseas learners).Maths and English Basic Skills programmes throughout the college are FREE(this does not apply to ESOL programmes).All Apprenticeships for learners aged 16-18 are FREE.

In receipt of Benefit?If you are in receipt of one or more of the benefitslisted below there are no tuition fees:• Job Seekers Allowance*• Income Support*• Carer’s Allowance*• Bereavement Allowance*• Employment & Support Allowance** Documentary evidence must be provided at enrolment.

If a benefit requires that you should be actively seeking work it is advised that youshould seek guidance before enrolling.

You must notify Customer Services staff if your circumstances change at any timeduring the course.

FREE Level 2 and Level 3 CoursesIf you are not claiming any of the benefits listed you may still be eligible fortuition fee remission under the following circumstances:a. If you are 16 and over and enrolling on your first full level 2 programme.b.If you are aged 19-24 (inclusive) and are enrolling on your first full level 3

programme. 25+ may be eligible, please check with the college for further details.

c. If you are employed or a volunteer and enrolling on a level 2 or level 3 programme (aged 19-25). Workplace Learning - please call for details.The level 2 and 3 entitlement are both dependent upon NVQ attainment level and the size of your current employer.

BursaryThe college also offers a bursary for full-time learners aged 19 and over, who donot qualify for tuition fee remission as detailed above. Please ask for details.

ExceptionsConcessions are not available for registration or exam fees that are payable toexternal organisations. Some courses have a special fee for which the full amountis payable and concessions may not apply.

Help with Exam FeesLearners who are exempt from tuition costs but are liable for exam fees may beable to apply for financial support.Part-time courses

Key:Day:M MondayTu TuesdayW WednesdayTh ThursdayF FridaySa SaturdaySu SundayFlx Flexi-Study

Campus:PR Paget Road CampusWR Wellington Road CampusMO Metro One CampusCH The Cedars Horticultural CentreLA Lean AcademyCB Chubb Building

Fees:The course fees are split to show:

Annual Tuition FeeExam FeeAdditional Fee

Interview:Y You will need to attend an

interview prior to enrolling.% Where no interview is required

telephone enrolment is availablevia College Direct on01902 836000.

Need HELP choosing a course?

Talk to us!The Advice & Guidance Team based at each campusoffer advice on courses, careers and much more.

For more info or to book an appointment call:Paget Road Campus 01902 317689Wellington Road Campus 01902 821868Metro One Campus 01902 821313

Football Development CentreFA Courses 2011-12

Coaching Disabled 9.30am - 4.30pm £35 BCFA 26th November 2011Footballers

Referees Course 6.30pm - 8.30pm £50 (if aged 14-16) BCFA 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th January, £70 (if aged 16-18) 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th February, £85.30 (if aged 18+) 5th March 2012

FA Youth Award 9.30am - 4.30pm £80 (for charter standard) BCFA 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd January 2012Module 1 £100 (non-charter standard)

Level 1 Award in Weekdays 6.30pm - 9.30pm £135 BCFDS 24th, 26th, 28th, 31st January 2012,Coaching Football Weekends 9.30am - 5.30pm 2nd, 4th February 2012

UEFA B License 9.00am - 5.30pm £875 BCFA 2nd - 5th & 16th - 20th April 2012(NB: additional support dates tba)

FA Coaching Deaf 9.30am - 4.30pm £25 BCFA 22nd April 2012Footballers Workshop

Level 1 Award in Weekdays 6.30pm - 9.30pm £135 BCFDS 24th, 26th, 28th April, 1st, 3rd, 5thCoaching Football Weekends 9.30am - 5.30pm May 2012

FA Coaching Futsal: 9.30am - 4.30pm £35 BCFA Saturday 12th May 2012A Beginners Guide

Referees Course 6.30pm - 8.30pm £50 (if aged 14-16) BCFA 14th, 21st, 28th May, 4th, 11th,£70 (if aged 16-18) 18th, 25th June, 2nd, 9th July 2012£85.30 (if aged 18+)

Coaching Disabled 9.30am - 4.30pm £35 BCFA Sunday 22nd July 2012Footballers

Level 2 Certificate in 9.00am - 5.00pm £245 BCFDS Monday 6th - Friday 10thCoaching Football August 2012

FA Coaching Futsal: 9.30am - 4.30pm £35 BCFA Saturday 1st September 2012A Beginners Guide

Referees Course 6.30pm - 8.30pm £50 (if aged 14-16) BCFA 10th, 17th, 24th Sept, 1st, 8th, 15th,£70 (if aged 16-18) 22nd, 29th Oct, 5th Nov 2012£85.30 (if aged 18+)

FA Coaching Deaf 9.30am - 4.30pm £25 BCFA Sunday 18th November 2012Footballers Workshop

All courses take place at the Football Development Centre, Wellington Road Campus, Bilston WV14 6BT.

For further information contact Joe Jackson on 01902 821155or email [email protected]

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Key: BCFA - Birmingham County Football Asscociation BCFDS - Birmingham County Football Development Scheme

Alternatively contact Jasbir Batt on 0121 357 4278 (option 2), by [email protected] or for an application form go to http://eventspace.thefa.com/birminghamfa/participant/s.aspx

or contact Howard Wheeldon on 0121 682 2525, or by email [email protected]


Academic StudiesEnglishInternational English Language (IELTS) M 13:30-15:30 16/01/2012 16 £150 £0 £0 Y PR IELCE-1P5PB

Access & Education StudiesEducation StudiesAssessor Suite Unit 1 Tu 18:00-20:00 10/01/2012 10 £100 £0 £0 Y WR ASRCE-1F5EBC&G 7303 Preparing To Teach In LLS W 18:00-21:00 25/01/2012 10 £170 £58 £0 Y WR PTLCE-1F1EBC&G 7303 Preparing To Teach In LLS M 13:00-16:00 23/01/2012 10 £170 £58 £0 Y PR PTLCE-1F1PBC&G 7303 Preparing To Teach In LLS F 09:30-12:30 13/01/2012 10 £170 £58 £0 Y WR PTLCE-1F1PCTeaching Assistant L3 Over 19s Tu 06/03/2012 £523 £91 £0 Y PR SUTS3-1F1OCTeaching Assistant L2 (Adults) Th 08/03/2012 £540 £77 £0 Y PR SUTCE-1F1ONTeaching Assistant L2 (Adults) Tu 06/03/2012 £540 £77 £0 Y PR SUTCE-1F1OM

Business and Professional StudiesAccounting & FinanceAAT Access Level 1 Award F 09:00-17:00 27/04/2012 9 £275 £25 £0 Y PR AC1AW-1C1PAAccounting Level 2 Certificate W 11:00-16:30 11/01/2012 21 £812 £154 £65 Y PR AC2CE-1C1PBBookkeeping Skills L1 Award (Comp) Th 12:30-14:30 05/01/2012 12 £110 £31 £0 Y PR BKCAW-1C1PABusiness & AdministrationBusiness And Administration L2 NVQ Cert W 18:00-21:00 18/01/2012 33 £349 £82 £0 Y PR BUCN2-1C1EBHousingHousing Practice L2 Certificate W 13:00-17:00 11/01/2012 - £296 £81 £0 Y PR HOUCE-1C1DAHuman ResourcesHR Essentials (Employee Relations) Award Tu 17:30-21:00 06/03/2012 7 £325 £0 £0 Y PR HEEAW-1C5EAHR Essentials (Performance/Reward) Award Tu 17:30-21:00 08/05/2012 7 £325 £0 £0 Y PR HEPAW-1C5EAHR Essentials (Recruit & Select) Award Tu 17:30-21:00 03/01/2012 8 £325 £0 £0 Y PR HERAW-1C5EAHuman Resource Practice Certificate Tu 09:00-21:00 03/01/2012 - £855 £0 £0 Y PR HMRCE-1C5EBHuman Resource Practice Certificate Tu 09:00-21:00 06/03/2012 - £855 £0 £0 Y PR HMRCE-1C5ECLibraries, Archives and Information ServicesLibraries & Information Services L2 Cert W 18:00-20:00 18/01/2012 - £508 £76 £0 Y WR LB2CE-1C1EALibraries & Information Services L3 Dip. W 18:00-20:00 18/01/2012 - £610 £94 £0 Y WR LB3DP-1C1EAManagementFirst Line Management Diploma Tu 18:00-21:00 10/01/2012 - £825 £0 £0 Y PR MGMDP-1C1EBFirst Line Mgmt Award - Mng & Comms Info Tu 18:00-21:00 06/03/2012 7 £275 £39 £0 Y PR FLMAW-1C5EAFirst Line Mgmt Award - Pers. Devpt Tu 18:00-21:00 10/01/2012 7 £275 £39 £0 Y PR FLPAW-1C5EAFirst Line Mgmt Award - Resource Planning Tu 18:00-21:00 08/05/2012 7 £275 £39 £0 Y PR FLRAW-1C5EAMedicalMedical Terminology L2 Amspar Tu 18:00-21:00 31/01/2012 17 £131 £37 £0 Y PR MTMS2-1C5EBMedical Terminology Level 3 Amspar W 18:00-21:00 01/02/2012 17 £174 £56 £0 Y PR MTMS3-1C5EBText ProcessingText Processing Level 1 Award Tu 18:00-20:00 30 £232 £25 £0 Y PR TW1AW-1C5EAText Processing Level 2 Award Tu 18:00-20:00 30 £262 £29 £0 Y PR TP2AW-1C5EAText Processing Level 3 Award Tu 18:00-20:00 30 £252 £33 £0 Y PR TP3AW-1C5EAFull-time Courses - INTERVIEW REQUIRED:Business BTEC Level 2 Diploma M 09:30-17:30 24/01/2012 17 Y PR BU2DP-1C1PB

W 09:00-15:45 25/01/2012Th 09:00-16:45 26/01/2012F 09.30-15:30 27/01/2012

Medical Administration Level 2 Diploma Tu 12:00-20:15 24/01/2012 19 Y PR ML2DP-1C1PBW 14:00-15:00 25/01/2012Th 09:15-17:30 26/01/2012F 10:00-16:45 27/01/2012

NVQs - available to join anytime:Team Leading Level 2, Management Level 3 and 5, Customer Service Level 2 & 3 Business & Administration Level 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Civil Engineering & The Built EnvironmentBrickworkBrickwork C&G Diploma 1 FT W 09:00-17:00 11/01/2012 17 £1,366 £98 £0 Y WR BW1DP-1U1FE

Th 09:00-17:00 12/01/2012F 09:00-17:00 13/01/2012

Building StudiesConstruction Operatives Dip 1 (Carrill) M 09:00-17:00 09/01/2012 14 £1,308 £98 £0 Y WR CN1DP-1U1FDCarpentry & JoineryCarpentry & Joinery Diploma 1 FT 04/01/2012 26 £1,191 £98 £0 Y WR CJ1DP-1U1FDGas SafetyGas Efficiency Course (part L) 1 £150 £0 £0 Y LA GEFCE-1U5JAGas Foundation Course 34 £2,950 £0 £0 Y WR GFOCE-1U5PAGas Safety 1 Specialised Unit Only 1 £130 £0 £0 Y WR GSOCE-1U5JAGas Safety 2 Specialised Units Only 1 £200 £0 £0 Y WR GS2CE-1U5JAGas Safety 2 Specialised Units Only 1 £200 £0 £0 Y WR GS2CE-1U5RAGas Safety 4 Specialised Units Only 1 £480 £0 £0 Y WR GSUCE-1U5JBGas Safety CCN1 Plus 4 Specialised Units 2 £750 £0 £0 Y WR GSFCE-1U5JAGas Safety CPA1 1 £50 £0 £0 Y WR GSCCE-1U5JAGas Safety Training CCN1 1 £480 £0 £0 Y WR GSACE-1U5RAGas Training & Assess CCN1 + 2 Subjects 1 £440 £0 £0 Y WR GTACE-1U5RAInspection & TestingC&G 2391 Inspection And Testing Cert 10 £350 £64 £0 Y WR INSCE-1U5ECWater RegulationsUnvented Hot Water 1 £188 £38 £0 Y WR UHWCE-1U5JAWater Regulations 1 £150 £0 £0 Y WR WRGCE-1U5JAWater Regulations Plus 1 £194 £0 £0 Y WR WRPCE-1U5JAWiring RegulationsC&G 2382~10 17th Edition Wiring Regs 10 £350 £38 £0 Y WR RIECE-1U5EC

Creative ArtsCreative CraftMaking an Embellished Handbag W 18:00-20:00 18/01/2012 15 £87 £32 £0 N PR MEHS1-1A1EACreative Web DesignIntro to Creative Web Design Tu 18:00-20:00 10/01/2012 10 £180 £0 £0 N PR CWDCE-1A5EBMedia TrainingNext Steps: Video Production - - 1 £170 £0 £0 N PR NSVCE-1A5PAPresenting for Beginners - - 1 £100 £0 £0 N PR PRECE-1A5PCPresenting for Beginners - - 1 £100 £0 £0 N PR PRECE-1A5PDQuick Vids - Introduction to Video Production F 10:00-16:00 17/02/2012 1 £100 £0 £0 N PR QVDCE-1A5PAQuick Vids - Introduction to Video Production F 10:00-16:00 08/06/2012 1 £100 £0 £0 N PR QVDCE-1A5PB

Photo Imaging & PhotoshopIntroduction to Digital Image Manipulation W 18:00-20:00 22/02/2012 5 £90 £0 £0 N PR DGMCE-1A5EBIntroduction to Digital Image Manipulation W 18:00-20:00 13/06/2012 5 £90 £0 £0 N PR DGMCE-1A5ECIntroduction to Digital Photography W 18:00-20:00 11/01/2012 5 £90 £0 £0 N PR DPHCE-1A5EBIntroduction to Digital Photography W 18:00-20:00 25/04/2012 5 £90 £0 £0 N PR DPHCE-1A5EC

Engineering & Motor VehicleEngineering Fabrication / WeldingIntroductory Welding Level 1 Award Tu 18:00-20:30 31/01/2012 15 £131 £55 £0 Y PR WE1AW-1X1ECIntroductory Welding Level 1 Award W 18:00-20:30 01/02/2012 15 £131 £55 £0 Y PR WE1AW-1X1EDVehicle Maintenance & RepairBasic Body Repair Tu 18:00-21:00 07/02/2012 15 £300 £0 £0 Y PR BRECE-1X5EC

Foundation StudiesEmployability and Personal DevelopmentPathway To Foundation Learning Dip Grp A M 13:45-15:15 23/01/2012 14 £1,031 £32 £0 Y WR PFNDP-1R1PA

Tu 09:30-15:15 24/01/2012W 09:30-15:15 25/01/2012Th 11:30-15:15 26/01/2012

Pathway To Foundation Learning Dip Grp B M 13:45-15:15 23/01/2012 14 £1,031 £32 £0 Y WR PFNDP-1R1PBTu 09:30-15:15 24/01/2012W 09:30-15:15 25/01/2012Th 11:30-15:15 26/01/2012

Pathway To Foundation Learning Dip Grp C M 09:30-15:15 23/01/2012 14 £1,031 £32 £0 Y WR PFNDP-1R1PCTu 13:45-15:15 24/01/2012W 09:30-15:15 25/01/2012Th 09:30-15:15 26/01/2012

Pathway To Foundation Learning Dip Grp D Tu 13:45-15:15 24/01/2012 14 £1,031 £32 £0 Y WR PFNDP-1R1PDW 09:30-15:15 25/01/2012Th 11:30-15:15 26/01/2012F 09:30-15:15 27/01/2012

Pathway To Foundation Learning Dip Grp E Tu 11:30-15:15 27/03/2012 18 £1,031 £32 £0 Y WR PFNDP-1R1PEW 11:30-15:15 28/03/2012Th 11:30-15:15 29/03/2012F 13:45-15:15 30/03/2012

Pathway To Foundation Learning Grp E EPD M 13:45-15:15 16/01/2012 10 £317 £32 £0 Y WR EMDCE-1R1PJTu 11:30-15:15 17/01/2012W 09:30-15:15 18/01/2012Th 11:30-15:15 19/01/2012

Hair & BeautyHairdressingPlaiting & Twisting Hair (QCF) L1 Award M 09:00-12:00 20/02/2012 7 £87 £26 £0 N MO PTWAW-1B1PA

Health, Social Care & Early YearsCounsellingCounselling NCFE Level 2 Certificate Tu 18:00-21:00 10/01/2012 25 £349 £54 £0 Y WR CNSS2-1H1EBIntroduction to Counselling Level 1 Th 18:00-21:00 05/01/2012 6 £96 £0 £0 Y WR CSKS1-1H5ECIntroduction to Counselling Level 1 Th 18:00-21:00 01/03/2012 6 £96 £0 £0 Y WR CSKS1-1H5EDIntroduction to Counselling Level 1 Th 18:00-21:00 26/04/2012 6 £96 £0 £0 Y WR CSKS1-1H5EEFirst AidDefribrillator Training W 18:00-21:00 22/02/2012 1 £30 £0 £0 Y PR DFBCE-1H5PBDefribrillator Training Th 10:00-13:00 05/04/2012 1 £30 £0 £0 Y PR DFBCE-1H5PCEmergency First Aid at Work W 18:00-21:00 01/02/2012 2 £55 £15 £0 Y PR EMWCE-1H5PAEmergency First Aid at Work Th 10:00-13:00 22/03/2012 2 £55 £15 £0 Y PR EMWCE-1H5PBFirst Aid 1 Day Refresher W 18:00-21:00 14/03/2012 1 £30 £0 £0 N PR FRFCE-1H5EBFirst Aid 1 Day Refresher Th 10:00-13:00 15/03/2012 1 £30 £0 £0 N PR FRFCE-1H5PBFirst Aid at Work Certificate W 18:00-21:00 13/06/2012 6 £125 £0 £0 N PR FAWCE-1H5EBFirst Aid at Work Certificate Th 10:00-13:00 14/06/2012 6 £125 £0 £0 N PR FAWCE-1H5PBFirst Aid at Work Refresher W 18:00-21:00 02/05/2012 3 £70 £0 £0 N PR FWRCE-1H5PBFirst Aid at Work Refresher Th 10:00-13:00 03/05/2012 3 £70 £0 £0 N PR FWRCE-1H5PCPaediatric First Aid W 18:00-21:00 11/01/2012 4 £75 £0 £0 N PR PDFCE-1H5EAPaediatric First Aid Th 10:00-13:00 12/01/2012 4 £75 £0 £0 N PR PDFCE-1H5PAMentoringMentoring NCFE Level 1 Award Tu 18:00-21:00 31/01/2012 20 £174 £21 £0 Y WR MNTS1-1H1EAMentoring NCFE Level 2 Award Tu 18:00-21:00 31/01/2012 20 £350 £0 £0 Y WR MNTS2-1H5EA

Science, Maths & ComputingFloristryAsian Bridal Flowers Short Course W 18:30-20:30 02/05/2012 5 £75 £0 £0 N CH ABRCE-1T5EABeginners Wedding Flowers Short Course W 18:30-20:30 29/02/2012 5 £75 £0 £0 Y CH BWFCE-1T5EAGreat Gift Ideas With Flowers Workshop Sa 10:00-16:30 10/03/2012 1 £42 £0 £0 N CH GGFWS-1T5WAIntroduction to Floristry Short Course W 18:30-20:30 13/06/2012 5 £75 £0 £0 N CH IFLCE-1T5EAHorticultureAdvanced Guide to Garden Design Software Th 09:30-12:30 12/01/2012 6 £135 £0 £0 Y WR AGGCE-1T5PAOrganic Gardening Short Course Th 09:30-12:30 14/06/2012 6 £135 £0 £0 N CH OGACE-1T5PAPlant Propagation Short Course Th 09:30-12:30 01/03/2012 6 £135 £0 £0 N CH PPGCE-1T5PAVegetables and Salads Short Course Th 09:30-12:30 26/04/2012 6 £135 £0 £0 N CH VEGCE-1T5PAWildlife Gardening Short Course Th 09:30-12:30 12/01/2012 6 £135 £0 £0 N CH WGACE-1T5PAIT Users (iTQ)ITQ ~ Classroom Assistant - Chubb 30 £39 £0 £0 Y CB IT1CE-1T1LDITQ ~ Preparation For Work - Chubb 30 £39 £0 £0 Y CB IT1CE-1T1LCITQ Level 1 Certificate - Chubb 30 £39 £0 £0 Y CB IT1CE-1T1LBITQ Level 2 Certificate - Chubb 30 £39 £0 £0 Y CB ITQCE-1T1LBITQ Level 3 Certificate - Chubb 30 £88 £0 £0 Y CB IT3CE-1T1LB

SportActivity LeadershipActivity Leadership Level 2 (C&G) - - 30 £651 £72 £0 Y WR ATVN2-1L1PACoaching FootballCoaching Football Certificate L2 £328 £90 £0 Y WR CF2CE-1L1OAFitness InstructingFitness Instructing Certificate Level 2 - - 23 £456 £45 £0 Y WR FITS2-1L1RA

Skills for Life - Literacy and NumeracyEvening and daytime workshops are available at our Wellington Road Campus, Bilston.

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• Stay local and save money! By 2012, with many university fees rising to £8,500, staying local is a cheaper, more flexible option.

• Courses can be studied at family-friendly times part-time in the evening.

• There are smaller classes and there is much more staff-student time together than at university.

• Study in our newly renovated and refurbished HE centre at our Paget Road campus built specially and exclusively for HE students only. Thecentre contains social, learning and wireless IT facilities, together with a student support network, enrolment and registration. There are no formal classrooms with rows of people looking towards the front - instead there are innovative learning spaces and small learning groups.

• Students remaining at home will stillbe able to apply for the loans from 2012/13 - they can even study and have a part-time job.

• Our flexible, modular units will be a convenient choice for your study

• The college has always had high success rates with excellent progression on to university. Employers in engineering and health send their employees here to do their qualifications: they recognise and recommend these courses. The new bachelor level degrees are employer-driven vocational degrees, not academic ones.

• The college employs highly qualified staff, with Masters degrees, who haveworked in the relevant industries: therefore links with industry are particularly strong.

Why study HE with us? ART & DESIGN• HNC & HND in Art & Design

BUILT ENVIRONMENT• HNC & HND in Construction & the Built Environment

BUSINESS STUDIES• Foundation Degree in Business • HNC & HND in Business • Management & Leadership Diploma (Level 5)

COMPUTING & I.T.• Foundation Degree in Interactive Computing• HNC & HND in Computing and Systems Development

COUNSELLING• Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

EARLY YEARS• Foundation Degree in Early Years • HNC & HND in Advanced Practice in Early Years

EDUCATION STUDIES• Foundation Degree in Supporting Children in Primary Education • PGCE(H)/Certificate in Education• PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)• CTLSS (Certificate to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)

ELECTRONICS• HNC & HND in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

ENGINEERING• HNC & HND in Mechanical Engineering

HORTICULTURE• HNC & HND in Horticulture• Floristry Level 4

HOSPITALITY & CATERING• HNC & HND in Hospitality Management

HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE• Foundation Degree in Community Health & Social Care• HNC & HND in Health & Social Care• Diploma Level 5 in Leadership for Health & Social Care

MEDIA & JOURNALISM• Foundation Degree in Broadcast Journalism• Foundation Degree in Commercial VideoProduction• HNC & HND in Creative Media Production (Journalism/Moving Image)• NCTJ Diploma in Journalism

MUSIC PRODUCTION• Foundation Degree in Music Production

PERFORMING ARTS• HNC & HND in Performing Arts

PUBLIC SERVICES• Foundation Degree in Public Services• HNC & HND in Public Services

SPORT & LEISURE• HNC & HND in Sport & Leisure Management

A journalism course run by City ofWolverhampton College has beenannounced as one of the mostsuccessful journalism courses inthe country by the NationalCouncil for the Training ofJournalists.

The college was awarded the bestperforming NCTJ Academic Year FEcourse in the UK at a gala dinnerheld at Belfast City Hall.

It was among five top performingNCTJ accredited centres across thecountry presented with awards forthe highest percentage of studentsachieving C grade passes or better inall seven NCTJ exams including100wpm shorthand.

Programme Tutor Sue Green, whowas presented with the award byKim Fletcher, Chairman of the

National Council for the Training ofJournalists, said: “It’s brilliant. Wealways work to extremely highstandards at City of WolverhamptonCollege to achieve the excellentresults demanded by the professionalawarding body and the newspaperindustry.”

The other four top performingcentres were Nottingham TrentUniversity topping the post graduateresults table with the MA inNewspaper Journalism, theUniversity of Kent which topped theundergraduate category, the bestperforming commercial fast-trackcourse was Press Association’sNewcastle-based MultimediaJournalism Course and HighburyCollege topped the table for FE fast-track courses.

Joanne Butcher, NCTJ ChiefExecutive, said: “All our accreditedcourse providers should becongratulated on achieving the highstandards the industry looks for.

“At a time when resources areunder pressure it is a challenge tomaintain standards. NCTJqualifications remain one of thiscountry’s toughest tests ofprofessional skills. They require hugeamounts of skill, ability, persistenceand determination – the veryqualities editors want in theirnewsroom trainees.”

The college has been accredited bythe NCTJ since 1997 and is now theonly accredited FE journalismtraining centre in the Midlands.

College Journalism Course is the Best!

Programme Tutor Sue Green,being presented with the awardby Kim Fletcher, Chairman ofthe National Council for the

Training of Journalists.


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Students at City of WolverhamptonCollege have dug in to create anassault course for gym goers.

The Level 3 Horticulture studentsdesigned and built the obstacle courseat Chris Jewkes Fitness Centre inTettenhall.

The impressive outdoor gym featuresa climbing wall, camouflage netting tocrawl under and bench presses.

Lecturer Andrew Castle said: “Theassault course was a great project forstudents, who were given a client briefand then asked to design and buildequipment fit for the job.

“It has really helped them put theory

into practice and work on a real projectthat will be used by the community.”

Owner Chris Jewkes said: “It hasbeen a real pleasure to work with thestudents because they have been soprofessional.

“We aim to use the assault course ona one-to-one basis with clients and alsoas part of our boot camp classes. Wealso have more and more requests fromfootball and rugby clubs to use ourfacilities so this will be great for them.”For more information on course

available at the Cedars ring CollegeDirect on 01902 836000.

Horticultural student BrianTrubshaw is well on his way tofulfilling his dream of becoming agarden designer after helping thecollege win best in show at this year’sBBC Gardeners’ World Live Show.

The 17-year-old volunteered to helplecturers Darren Rudge and HelenWood build their garden – NaturallyPlayful – for the event, which tookplace at the NEC in June and says itwas a great experience.

Brian came to the college aftercompleting his GCSEs at school andembarked on his Level 2 course inHorticulture before moving on to hisLevel 3 Diploma.

He said: “I have always beeninterested in gardening and it runsin the family as both my uncle andfather are in the business.

“When I went to look at collegesthe Cedars really stood out becauseit was a small campus and moreintimate, with more one-on-onelearning.”

Talented floristry Students from City of Wolverhampton College havedesigned a purrrfect floral display for charity.

The Level 4 students have built animpressive three foot high cat to helpraise cash for both the PDSA and theCats Protection League.

The friendly feline, made usingchicken wire, straw and a range offloristry techniques, took three days tomake.

The cat helped raise £150 for thePDSA after being displayed at theCedars Horticultural Centre open dayand at florists Flowers of Mayfair, onthe Stafford Road.

It was then handed over to the CatsProtection League, who gave it pride ofplace at their Summer open day withthe aim of raising more cash.

Lecturer Jane Cowan said: “Thestudents have worked incredibly hardon this stunning display, and after thegreat feedback we received at ourrecent open day we decided to presentit to the Cats Protection League so thattwo charities could benefit.”

After leaving school, Josh Kohilstruggled to find a course that wasright for him. But after embarkingon a qualification in Horticulture atCity of Wolverhampton College hehasn’t looked back, and is nowconsidering a career in theindustry.Josh, aged 19, said: “When I left

school I fell into the wrong crowdand didn’t know what to do with mylife. However, I did a two weekgardening trial and really enjoyed itas it mixed both the academic andthe practical, so I enrolled on acourse at the Cedars.“I’m really glad I did the course –

the work atmosphere is great andvery stress relieving and you meetlots of new people. If I hadn’t donethis I could have ended upunemployed so I’m so pleased Ichose to come here.Josh is currently working at the

Cedars Horticultural Centre beforestarting his Level 2 course. Hewould like to set up his owngardening business in the future.

Students Dig Deep for Gym Goers

“The teachers are amazing and they arewilling to help you with everything. I would definitely recommend the collegeand I’m so glad I chose to come here. It’sbeen one of the best things I have ever done.”Horticultural student Brian Trubshaw

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Not only do ourstudents learn in theclassroom but they alsohave the opportunity towork with realcustomers in acommercial setting.The college hasfacilities including:state-of-the-art hairand beauty salons, atravel agency, sportscentre, floristry shopand garden centre,restaurant and bakery,all run by studentsunder the expertsupervision of fullyqualified staff. All ofthese facilities areopen to the public.

Indulge…At the Academy Restaurantor take home some treats from ourBakery Shop.www.wolvcoll.ac.uk/restaurant

We’re open to the public!

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Burns Night Menu24th, 25th and 26th January 2012

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To book a table call01902 821340 or 07432041236


Stay in shape… The Community Sports CentreStudent gym membership from £8 per monthwww.wolvcoll.ac.uk/sports

Pamperyourself…At the Spa Academywww.wolvcoll.ac.uk/spa

In the Hair Academy at Metro One inthe city centre.www.wolvcoll.ac.uk/hair

In our Hair & Beauty Training Salonsat Metro One www.wolvcoll.ac.uk/beauty

At The Salon King Street, The SalonTelford or our Hair TrainingAcademy, Worcester. We train over300 Hairdressing Apprentices everyyear and these three salons are ourdedicated training facility. AllApprentices work for local salons andspend one day a week in college wherethey perfect their skills in ourcommercial training salons. For moreinformation, prices and to book anappointment visit:www.wolvcoll.ac.uk/trainingsalons

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Get away… With the Travel Academy. Our travel agency is supported by Co-op Travel so rest assured you get thebest deals and professional service. www.wolvcoll.ac.uk/travelacademy

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The Travel Academy is situated at theCity of Wolverhampton College’sMetro One Campus.

The Travel Academy is guided by expert trainers who ensure that the students provide a professional serviceusing the best technology.

A comprehensive range of servicesavailable including:

• specialist advice• diy holidays• flight only• worldwide hotels• UK holidays• package holidays• ski /cruise holidays• spa breaks• city breaks• airport hotels• lounge passes• car parking• theatre trips• attraction tickets• car hire• gift vouchers

The Travel Academy operates in partnership with Midcounties Co-operative Travel whose technologyand commercial outlook enhances thetravel & tourism courses.

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Need to get away?Term Time Opening HoursMonday 9:30am - 2:00pmTuesday 9:30am - 12:00pmWednesday 9:30am - 4:30pmThursday 9:30am - 4:30pmFriday 9:30am - 4:30pmSaturday 9:30am - 1:00pmSunday Closed

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Metro One Campus, BilstonStreet,Wolverhampton WV1 3AH


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With Christmas and the party seasonbehind us, you might be starting to notice the effects of all that overindulgence during the festive season!With the new year upon us its time toremember our simple tips for ahealthier lifestyle. If you've just letthem slide recently, re-implementthem back into your daily routine, or, ifits time for a fresh start, take a look atyour current lifestyle and make thechanges now.• Eat at least 5 portions of fruit and

vegetables daily• Reduce your intake of saturated fats

and sugar• Eat less salt - no more than 6g a day• Drink plenty of water• Make sure you eat breakfast every day• Make sure you eat plenty of starchy

foods• Eat more fish• Get plenty of vitamins and minerals• Take part in regular exercise and

physical activityBy eating a healthy, balanced diet andtaking part in regular exercise this willnot only help to get you back on trackfor 2012 but by continuing this kind oflifestyle you are helping to reduce therisk of such things as obesity, highblood pressure, CHD, and some typesof cancer and also strengthen yourimmune system.

Here is an example of how you couldget some of your 5 a day:

Banana and PearSmoothie Recipe (serves 1)Ingredients1 medium sized banana1 pear4 tbsps apple juice1 tsp lemon juicecouple of ice cubesMethodChop banana into chunks and slicepear into pieces, mind out for the pips!Blast in a blender until all smooth!Enjoy!

Turkey & LeekShepherd’s Pie (6 servings)IngredientsFilling• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil• 2 large leeks, white and light green

parts only, well washed and thinly sliced

• 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced carrots• 3 cloves garlic,minced• 1/3 cup dry white wine• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage, or

1/2 teaspoon dried, rubbed• 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken

broth• 2 cups diced cooked turkey, or

chicken• 1 cup frozen peas• 1/4 teaspoon salt• Freshly ground pepper to tasteMashed potatoes• 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut

into chunks• 1/2 cup nonfat buttermilk• 1/4 teaspoon salt• Freshly ground pepper to taste• 1 large egg, lightly beaten• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oilPreparation1. To prepare filling: Preheat oven to

425°F. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a largeskillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add leeks and carrots and cook,stirring, until the leeks soften.Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute more.

2.Pour in wine and stir until most of the liquid has evaporated.Add flour and sage and cook, stirring constantly, until the flour starts to turn light brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in broth and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and the carrots are barely tender, about 5 minutes.

3.Add turkey (or chicken) and peas and season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to a deep 10-inch pie pan or other bakingdish and set aside.

4.To mash potatoes and bake pie: Placepotatoes in a large saucepan and add cold salted water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook, partially covered, until the potatoes are tender. Drain and return the potatoes to the pan. Cover and shake the pan over low heat to dry the potatoes slightly, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat.

5.Mash the potatoes with a potato masher, adding enough buttermilk tomake a smooth puree. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in egg and 1 tablespoon oil.

6.Spread the potatoes on top of the turkey mixture. Set the dish on a baking sheet and bake until the potatoes and filling are heated through and the top is golden brown,25 to 30 minutes.

NutritionPer serving: 331 calories; 8g fat (2g sat,4g mono); 73mg cholesterol; 42gcarbohydrates; 22g protein; 5g fibre;358mg sodium; 991mg potassium.

20% offJanuary Sale!Join the Community Sports Centre Fitness Suitefor less than £10.00 per month.

Voucher can be used against all of the 3, 6, and 12 month membership options that we offer topublic and staff.

2012: A New Year,

A New You?!MONEY OFF VOUCHERSSave money with these special offers at our commercial salon, spa and gym

£10.00 off any colour service

in the Academy Hair Salon(skin test required 48hrs prior to any colour service) Call 01902 821321 to book now to avoid disappointment.

We provide specialist Wella hair care products for all hair types.Using Wella care products will help prevent colour fade andimprove condition and vitality of your hair. All Wella styleproducts 25% off recommended retail price.

February offersValentines special love your hair monthFREE treatments with any service on production of voucher from college intranet worth £7.50.

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Gurjinder Singh Dulay, from Oxley,was struggling to find employmentwhen he joined City of Wolverhampton College’s Employability programme last year.

Gurjinder, who had worked in Germany for 16 years, had never studied in the UK before and when hemoved to the Wolverhampton area didnot know where to start.

The Employability Team helped himonto an ESOL (English for Speakers ofOther Languages) course, which helpedgive him the motivation to continuefurther in education.

Gurjinder then signed up for one ofthe college’s Royal Mail recruitmentevents, and was delighted to be offereda job. Since then his life has been transformed. He has now settled in thecity and has a new home.

Gurjinder, who now hopes to progress on to study computing, said: “I receivedsuch great help from the tutors for interview preparation that I was lucky to get ajob with Royal Mail.

“My life has changed so much since working for them.”

Jatinder’s Training Success

Mandy Pitt contacted the Employability Team because she was looking for a change in career direction.

The 44-year-old had previouslyworked in the care sector but was interested in pursuing a career in administration. She joined an employability course and subsequentlymade it through to the interview stageof a job for Wolverhampton Homes.

Although she was unsuccessful,Mandy quickly secured alternative employment, and then used the adminknowledge and skills she had acquiredthrough the employability programme toachieve her current position at DCS Recruitment Services. Mandy said: “If youwant something bad enough you will work hard to gain it and if you have the rightpeople to support you on the way it’s great.

“Thanks to the Employability Team for givingme the support that I needed when I needed it.”

Gurjinder’s Employment Success

Mandy’s Employment Success

TK Maxx’s Recruitment SuccessMore than a dozen employers attendeda Christmas recruitment event held atthe City of Wolverhampton College inSeptember.

The event, which took place atNewhampton Arts Centre, DunkleyStreet, had been organised by thecollege’s Employability Team inconjunction with Jobcentre Plus.

Almost 1,500 people queued aroundthe block to try and secure one of 400seasonal posts on offer at the jobs fair.

Rav Kaur, Team Leader at TK Maxx,said: “We had 10-16 Christmasvacancies and we hope to have filled allof them from this event - we receivedsome really good CVs and had a lot ofenquiries.

“This was the first time we haverecruited like this and I have beenamazed at how much interest therewas. It’s a lot easier than accepting CVsthrough each branch and nice to meetapplicants first hand.

We will definitely be using the servicein the future - it’s been reallysuccessful.”

Jatinder Kumar moved to Englandfrom India when he was 20 years old,and found regular work in factories inthe region.

The 36-year-old, from Oxley, had notgained any formal qualifications sinceliving in England, apart from his ForkLift Truck License four years ago.

After 16 years in the country hedecided it was time to gain aqualification to improve his jobprospects, and visited theEmployability Team in February 2009to find out about the HGV Class IIqualification.

There months later, Jatinder hadpassed his theory, hazard perceptionand practical exams and is hoping tofind employment as a lorry driver.

Mike Nelson used to work as a delivery driver but wasmade redundant six months ago. With time on his hands,he decided to go back into education and contacted theEmployability Team at City of Wolverhampton College. He completed his Employability training to improve hisinterviews skills and knowledge about how to fill out

application forms, before enrolling on a Security IndustryAuthority qualification to become a door supervisor.Mike said:

“I have just passed the qualification and because I am so pleased with what I have achieved I am coming back to college to gain my First Aid andHealth and Safety certificates. I’m really pleasedthat I saw the Employability Team.”

For more information about City of Wolverhampton College’s Employability Services call

01902 821940

Gain a recognised qualification/credit with **work experience

Come along to our

Open Day Thursday 12 January 2012

10am-3pm

City of Wolverhampton College,Newhampton Centre, Dunkley Street,

Wolverhampton WV1 4AN or call 01902 821922 for more information

*Job Seekers Allowance, Employment Support Allowance or Income Support (subject to agreement with Job Centre Plus), at risk of

redundancy or made redundant in the past 6 months.

Increase yourchances of securing a jobby improvingyour skills orretraining

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Short work-focussed courses:Care Retail** Adult Literacy & Numeracy ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)IT (Entry to Level 3)Administration** (including legal and medical)Salon Reception** (skills can be transferred to any reception environment)Sports Coaching** Brickwork Paint & Decorating Hairdressing Beauty

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