PART-TIME SPRING 2015

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1 PART-TIME SPRING 2015 INCLUDES COURSES AT KEIGHLEY CAMPUS AND OUR NEW PRINTWORKS CAMPUS 1

2 WELCOME TO THE LEEDS CITY COLLEGE SPRING 2015 PART-TIME ADULT LEARNING COURSE GUIDE. From January 2015 we have a variety of part-time courses available for adults at a number of our sites across Leeds. We also have a wide range of full-time further education courses, Access to HE and Higher Education courses which are available to adults. Details of these can be found at: So, why not take a look and see what we can help you to achieve! For details about our sites, including travel information and maps visit our Contact and Find Us page at: leedscitycollege.ac.uk

3 CONTENTS How to Use this Guide Page 4 How to Apply/Enrol Page 4 Fees & Concessions Page Learning Loan Page 5 Support for Students Page 6 Our Sites Page 7 PART TIME COURSES Business & Administration Page 11 Catering & Hospitality Page 11 Childcare & Teaching Assistant Page 12 Computing/IT Page 14 Construction Page 16 Counselling Page 16 Creative Arts & Crafts Page 16 Employability Page 20 English Page 20 ESOL Page 20 First Aid Page 20 Hair & Beauty Page 21 Health & Caring Services Page 23 Health & Safety Page 23 Horticulture & Gardening Page 24 Just For Fun (Leisure) Page 24 Languages Page 25 Maths Page 26 Photography Page 26 Sign Language Page 26 Sport Page 27 Teacher Training Page 27

4 How to Use this Guide All course information is set out as follows: Course Title Course Description Start Date Day Time Number of Weeks Tuition Fees Exam Fees Location Courses marked with ++ indicate that the course requires an interview Courses marked with * indicate that concessions are not available. Key to Locations BC Beeston Centre / BrG Brigshaw Centre/ DH Deacon House / EC Enfield Centre / HC Horsforth Campus/ JPC Joseph Priestley Campus / KC Keighley Campus / MWC Meanwood Centre / PLC Park Lane Campus / PC Printworks Campus / STB St Bartholomew s Centre / SWC Swarcliffe Community Centre/ TC Technology Campus How to Apply/Enrol If your course has a ++ at the end of its course title, you must apply and attend an interview before you can enrol. To apply simply contact Course Enquiries t: or e: courses@leedscitycollege.ac.uk Once we receive your application, you ll be invited in for interview with a tutor from your chosen curriculum area. You may also need to undertake a skills assessment. This is nothing to worry about we just need to ensure you are enrolling to the correct course and can achieve. If your course does not require an interview you can enrol prior to the start of your course at the Campus or Centre where your course is due to run. You can enrol to any full cost courses marked with a * by phone using a credit/debit card. Simply call Course Enquiries on between 9:30-12 noon and 2-4pm Student Type Tuition Exam Fee Fee 19+ unemployed on active benefits e.g. JSA / ESA (WRAG) Free Free 19+ unemployed and in receipt of Income Support, Incapacity Benefit, ESA (Support Group) or ESA (Assessment Phase) Can have their fees remitted if they are taking a course with an aim to get back into work (you will be asked to sign a self-declaration form) Free Free 19+ ESOL students not on active benefits Payable Payable 19+ students who are directly referred by Jobcentre Plus Free Free 19+ unwaged dependants of those in receipt of Income Support, Incapacity Benefit and Working Tax Credit Payable Payable 19+ on Brush up on English/Maths (Not ESOL) Free Free GCSE Maths and English without grade C or above Free Free first full Level 2 qualification (i.e. without Level 2 qualification) Free Free first full Level 3 (i.e. without Level 3 qualification) Free Free first full Level 4 (i.e. without Level 4 qualification) Free Free Foundation Learning (Entry and Level 1) without full Level 2 but needing additional step for progression to Level 2 Free Free with a learning difficulty and/or disability (with high support costs)# Free Free 4

5 Fees & Concessions: The amount of fees you may be required to pay is dependent on your age and a range of other factors. Tuition and / or exam & registration fees must be paid at enrolment unless you have evidence for a fee concession. A range of concessions are available for those aged 19-23yrs depending on their eligibility (see table opposite). Please note courses marked with a * are not eligible for concessions. The College accepts payments by cheque and all major debit and credit cards. For fees of 100 or more, you can set up a direct debit with an initial payment of 25% of the course fee and the balance payable over a maximum of 5 further direct debit payments. If you wish to pay by direct debit, please bring your bank details with you to enrolment. #Students with a learning difficulty and/or disability with low support costs who do not qualify for fee remission under any other criterion will be charged 50% of the full fee as a college concession. Please contact us for more information. 24+ Learning Loans If you are aged 24yrs or above when you start your course and are studying a Level 3 or 4 course (including Apprenticeships), you will be able to apply for a 24+ Learning Loan. The College no longer receives funding for students aged 24yrs or over so these students now have to either pay for their course themselves or take out a loan. If you are planning to pay using a 24+ Learning Loan, you will need to provide evidence that you have submitted your loan application when you come to enrol otherwise you will be asked to pay fees. 5

6 Health & Caring Services Childcare & Teaching Assistant Courses Before you can enrol to any Childcare or Teaching Assistant course, you must attend an information session at one of our sites. These sessions explain more about the different courses available, how to obtain a work placement and will enable us to assess your skills to ensure you enrol to the correct level of course. Information sessions are: LEVEL 2 Date Location Time Monday 23rd February Beeston Centre 9.30am Enfield Centre Horsforth Campus Tuesday 24th February Deacon House 9.30am Keighley Campus St Bartholomew s Centre Wednesday 25th February Joseph Priestley Campus, Morley 9.30am Friday 27th February Deacon House 9.30am Meanwood Centre Technology Campus LEVEL 3 Date Location Time Monday 23rd February St Bartholomew s Centre 9.30am Tuesday 24th February Deacon House 9.30am Horsforth Campus Thursday 26th February Beeston Centre 9.30am To find out more about all our Childcare and Teaching Assistant courses and how to book onto one of the information sessions please contact: e: lianne.wray@leedscitycollege.ac.uk or nicola.wilson@leedscitycollege.ac.uk Alternatively, phone Course Enquiries on: t: Support for Students We are here to support you during your time at College. Our support services cover: Additional Learning Support Childcare Counselling & Welfare Financial Support Information, Advice & Guidance for Courses and Careers For more information regarding support for adults and contact details of the departments involved please see our website: 6

7 OUR SITES & ENROLMENT TIMES Beeston Centre Burton Avenue, Leeds, LS11 5ER Beeston Centre has disabled access, careers information, advice and guidance. It also has a canteen and parking close-by. Enrolment Times: Monday - Friday 09:30-12:00 & 13:00-16:00 Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 18:00-20:30 Deacon House & Swarcliffe Community Centre Seacroft Avenue, Leeds, LS14 6JD Deacon House is based in Seacroft, East Leeds. Courses offered are predominantly part time and the Centre boasts a state of the art hair & beauty salon. Deacon House is situated across the road from the bus station opposite Tesco. Swarcliffe Community Centre is based in Whinmoor. Deacon House Enrolment Times: Monday - Friday 10:00-15:00 Tuesday & Thursday 18:00-20:00 Enfield Centre Enfield Terrace, Leeds, LS7 1RE Deacon House Enrolment Times: Tuesday 09:00-16:30 Horsforth Campus Calverley Lane, Horsforth, LS18 4RQ Horsforth Campus is situated in a semi-rural setting and offers a great range of facilities including a Library+, refectory, student chill-out zone, sports pitch, horticulture and conservation facilities including greenhouses and poly tunnels along with managed woodland and an animal care centre. Enrolment Times: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 08:30-21:00 Wednesday 08:30-18:00 Friday 08:30-16:30 Joseph Priestley Campus Peel Street, Morley, LS27 8QE Located just outside Morley town centre, Joseph Priestley Campus has two free car parks, a canteen serving hot and cold food plus a Library+ and a number of IT suites. Enrolment Times: Monday - Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday 09:00-16:00 Keighley Campus Bradford Road, Keighley, BD21 4HQ Opened in 2010, Keighley Campus includes a range of specialist facilities including hair & beauty salons and industry standard workshops for Welding & Fabrication, Carpentry & Joinery, Motor Vehicle, Electrical Installation, Plumbing & Gas safety, and Construction & Brickwork. The Keighley Campus is also home to the STAR Centre. Enrolment Times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 09:00-16:30 Wednesday 09:00-18:30 Friday 09:00-13:30 7

8 Meanwood Centre Winthorpe Street, Off Bentley Lane, Leeds, LS6 4AN The Meanwood Centre is situated on the site of the old Bentley Lane Primary School between Headingley and Meanwood - this was previously called the Carr Manor Centre. It is easily accessible by bus but also has a large car park. Enrolment Times: Monday - Thursday 09:00-16:00 Friday 09:00-15:00 Park Lane Campus Park Lane, Leeds, LS3 1AA This site consists of two buildings: Park Lane Campus and College House. These buildings are opposite each other. College House is the location of the Leeds City College Business School, where we offer a range of full-time and part-time professional courses from Management to Accounting. The proximity of this site to Leeds City Centre is ideal for employees working in the City who are looking for additional training to supplement their career. College House is likewise home to Inc Enterprise a business incubator Centre for new local businesses who need support to get started. Enrolment Times: Monday - Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday 09:00-16:30 Printworks Campus Hunslet Road, Leeds, LS10 1JY In September 2013, Leeds City College s brand new Printworks Campus opened on Hunslet Road on the site of the former Alf Cooke Printworks, one of the most recognisable industrial landmarks in Leeds. The 25 million, state-of-the-art campus now houses specialist vocational and general facilities within a unique setting of restored historical buildings alongside new, 21st century architecture. The Campus will be developed in phases after its initial opening and will cover 14,500 square metres on its final completion. For more information about this new Campus, its renovation & regeneration and our property vision visit Enrolment Times: Monday - Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday 09:00-16:30 South Leeds Centre Westland Road, Leeds, LS11 5SB The South Leeds Centre on Westland Road is one of the College s Transport & Engineering hubs and contains our Leeds Motor Vehicle & Engineering provision. Purpose built and opened in 1982 by the Lord Mayor of Leeds and the Chairman of the Education Committee, the South Leeds Centre consists of a giant hangar for practical coursework, CAD classrooms, common areas and staff rooms, and stands in spacious grounds which are perfect for its needs. It is also the home to the renowned Classic Car Restoration team and facilities. Enrolment Times: Monday - Wednesday 08:00-21:00 Thursday 08:00-18:00 Friday 08:00-16:30 8

9 St Bartholomew s Centre Strawberry Lane, Leeds, LS12 1SF St Bartholomew s Centre is conveniently situated next to St Bartholomew s Primary School, within walking distance of Armley Town Street and on a major bus route. The centre has drinks and snacks facilities and two on-site car parks. Enrolment Times: Monday - Friday (from Tue 7th Jan) 09:30-15:00 Monday (from Mon 13th Jan) 18:30-19:30 Friday (from Tue 7th Jan) 18:30-19:30 Technology Campus Cookridge Street, Leeds, LS2 8BL The Cookridge Street site started life as the Kitson College of Science and Engineering in the 1960s. Situated adjacent to Millennium Square, the site has always been the flagship site of the former Kitson College / Leeds College of Technology, not least for its superb location. The site has its own interesting history, having been the place where Pink Floyd wrote their Top-10 single See Emily Play in 1967, and also where The Who re-recorded two of their Live at Leeds tracks after being unhappy with the sound quality on the original University of Leeds recordings. The building houses departments in Health & Caring Services, Media, Computing & IT, Business, Electronics, and Electrical Installation. Enrolment Times: Monday - Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday 09:00-16:30 For more details about our sites, including travel information and maps visit our contact & find us page at 9

10 Professional & Management Courses 2014 CILEX Law & Legal Studies CIM Marketing CIPD Personnel & Development CIPS Procurement & Supply CMI Management & Leadership HABC Security ICM Credit Management ISMM Sales & Marketing Management NALP Paralegal Studies AAT Accounting CIMA Management Accounting ILM Leadership & Management Network Academy Cisco, Microsoft, VMware, Citrix, EC-Council & EMC 10 For more information contact: t: e:

11 BUSINESS & ADMINISTRATION Business Communication Skills This short course enables you to develop effective written, oral and non-verbal communication skills and understand the concepts and importance of team work. On completion of this unit and the Customer Care unit, you will have the basic Admin skills to progress to the Administration Level 1 Award. 03/02/15 Tue 14:30-17: MWC Customer Service Skills This short course introduces the concepts of good customer service, first impressions, respect for the individual and dealing with complaints. You will learn skills to improve your chances of finding a job working in an office. On completion of this unit and the Business Communication Unit, you will have the basic Admin skills to progress to the Administration Level 1 Award. 06/01/15 Tue 14:30-17: MWC Start Your Own Business This course offers a Step-By-Step Approach to help you to decide if you want to be in business. It looks at Creating a Business Plan, Economic Assessment, Understanding Your Market, How Much Money Do You Need, Loans (Debt) vs. Investment (Equity), Types of Funding Sources, Promoting your business and other areas relating to getting your business up and running. 15/01/15 Thu 18:45-20: DH 23/04/15 Thu 18:45-20: DH CATERING & HOSPITALITY Cake Decorating These courses will introduce you to the basics of cake decorating. You will learn to use basic sugarcraft techniques to help you create a range of beautiful decorations to put on your cakes and cakes for your friends and family. Some courses focus on specific events family celebrations, Easter & Picnics. Cake Decorating for Family Celebrations 09/01/15 Fri 12:30-14: MWC Cake Decorating 12/02/15 Thu 19:00-21: JPC 13/02/15 Fri 12:00-12: STB Cake Decorating (ABC) Award (Level 1) 13/01/15 Tue TBC PC Cake Decorating for Easter 13/02/15 Fri 12:30-14: MWC Cake Decoration 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC Cake Decorating for Picnics & Outdoor Eating 17/04/15 Fri 12:30-14: MWC Cake Decorating: Sugar Flowers You will learn how to create a range of flowers from sugar paste which can be used to decorate or enhance cakes or cupcakes. 22/04/15 Wed 9:30-11: BC Cooking Curries 16/01/15 Fri 10:00-12: BC 24/04/15 Fri 10:00-12: BC 11

12 Cupcake Decorating This course will introduce you to icing & decorating cupcakes using a variety of flavours, colours and textures. 14/01/15 Wed 9:30-11: BC Decorate your own wedding cake 24/02/15 Tue TBC BC 24/02/15 Tue TBC BC 24/02/15 Tue 18:30-21: JPC International Cookery 22/01/15 Thu TBC PC 30/04/15 Thu TBC PC Making Wedding Favours 21/04/15 Tue 10:00-12: BC Simple Dishes 24/02/15 Tue 9:30-11: STB 12/05/15 Tue 9:30-11: STB CHILDCARE & TEACHING ASSISTANT Caring for Children Award (Entry 3) TBC TBC 12:30-15:00 16 BC First Steps to Childcare 02/03/15 Mon TBC DH 02/03/15 Mon 12:30-15: BC Introduction to English in Schools 02/03/15 Mon TBC BC Introduction to Maths in Schools 11/05/15 Mon TBC BC Teaching Assistant & Childcare Introduction (Level 2) This is an introductory course for those wishing to progress onto the Level 2 programme. The course focuses on the role of a Teaching Assistant or Early Years worker and identifies skills and qualities that need to be developed. 02/03/15 Mon 9:30-14: HC 02/03/15 Mon TBC EC 02/03/15 Mon 9:30-14: BC 02/03/15 Mon 9:30-14: JPC 03/03/15 Tue 9:30-14: KC 03/03/15 Tue 9:30-14: STB 03/03/15 Tue 9:30-14: DH 06/03/15 Fri 9:30-14: MWC 06/03/15 Fri 9:30-14: TC 06/03/15 Fri 9:30-14: DH 12

13 Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools / Childcare Certificate (Level 2) This course enables learners to develop the knowledge and skills needed when supporting teaching & learning in primary, secondary and special schools. It covers a wide range of areas including children & young people s development, supporting learning in Literacy, Numeracy and ICT and how to be part of a professional team. 30/03/15 Mon 9:30-14: HC 30/03/15 Mon TBC EC 30/03/15 Mon 9:30-14: BC 31/03/15 Tue 9:30-14: KC 31/03/15 Tue 9:30-14: DH 31/03/15 Tue 9:30-14: STB 01/04/15 Wed 9:30-14: JPC 03/04/15 Fri 9:30-14: DH 03/04/15 Fri 9:30-14: TC 17/04/15 Fri 9:30-14: MWC Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools Certificate / Childcare (Level 3) Building on the skills and knowledge developed in the Level 2 course, this course covers topics including safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion in working with children & young people, developing & promoting positive relationships with children & young people, health & safety, promoting positive behaviour. Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools Certificate / Childcare (Level 3) 19-23yr 02/03/15 Mon 9:30-14: STB 02/03/15 Mon 9:30-14: JPC 03/03/15 Tue 9:30-14: HC 03/03/15 Tue 9:30-14: DH 05/03/15 Thu 9:30-14: BC Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools Certificate / Childcare (Level 3) 24yr+* 02/03/15 Mon 9:30-14: , STB 02/03/15 Mon 9:30-14: , JPC 03/03/15 Tue 9:30-14: , HC 03/03/15 Tue 9:30-14: , DH 05/03/15 Thu 9:30-14: , BC Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools Diploma (Level 3) 19-23yr 02/03/15 Mon 9:30-14: , DH 04/03/15 Wed 9:30-14: , BC Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools Diploma (Level 3) 24yr+* 02/03/15 Mon 9:30-14: , DH 04/03/15 Wed 9: , BC 13

14 COMPUTING / IT Award in Using ICT (Entry 3) 27/01/15 Tue Various STB Clueless About Computers This course will teach you how to switch on a computer, use a mouse and keyboard and will be introduced to the basic techniques, including opening, closing, saving and printing documents. Using demonstration and practical application of skills, you will learn how to use the keyboard, create documents and posters. This course is also an introduction to using the Internet. 12/01/15 Mon 12:30-15: DH 13/01/15 Tue 18:30-21: DH 15/01/15 Thu 12:30-15: BrG 20/04/15 Mon 12:30-15: DH 21/04/15 Tue 18:30-21: DH 23/04/15 Thu 18:30-21: DH 23/04/15 Thu 12:30-15: BrG Computer Workshop These computer workshops allow you to update and enhance your computer skills to increase your confidence in the use of computers and associated programmes and improve your employability potential. Content may be negotiated with the tutor on an individual basis to close your skills gaps for example with Word processing, spreadsheets, databases or presentations. 13/01/15 Tue 18:30-21: DH 13/01/15 Tue 9:30-12: DH 14/01/15 Wed 9:30-12: DH 15/01/15 Thu 9:30-12: BrG 15/01/15 Thu 12:30-15: BrG 16/01/15 Fri 9:30-12: DH 26/02/15 Thu 10:00-12: JPC 21/04/15 Tue 18:30-21: DH 21/04/15 Tue 9:30-12: DH 22/04/15 Wed 9:30-12: DH 23/04/15 Thu 18:30-21: DH 23/04/15 Thu 9:30-12: BrG 23/04/15 Thu 12:30-15: BrG 24/04/15 Fri 9:30-12: DH Computers for Beginners The course covers word processing, skills and graphs and charts and will enable you to develop your skills to be able to progress onto a higher level course or find employment. 12/01/14 Mon 15:30-17:30 10 TBC STB 12/01/15 Mon 15.:5-17: STB 14/01/15 Wed 13:00-15:00 5 TBC TBC MWC 13/02/15 Fri 13:00-15: MWC 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC 27/04/15 Mon 15:5-17: STB Computers for Beginners (Internet, & ipads) This course will allow you to learn more about using the internet, sending & receiving s and using an ipad. 17/04/15 Fri 13:00-15: MWC 22/05/15 Fri 13:00-15: MWC 14

15 Computers for Beginners (Laptops & Tablets) This course will allow you to develop your skills with a laptop and / or tablet. 27/02/15 Fri 13:00-15: STB 15/05/15 Fri 13:00-15: STB Computing for the More Mature 12/01/15 Mon 12:30-15: DH 20/04/15 Mon 12:30-15: DH Computer Basics: Computer Security & Maintenance 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC Digital Camera Basics 12/02/15 Thu 13:00-15: JPC Excel & Graphs Beginners 06/01/15 Tue TBC EC 13/01/15 Tue TBC EC 06/01/15 Tue TBC EC 13/01/15 Tue TBC EC Excel & Graphs Advanced 06/01/15 Tue TBC EC 09/01/15 Fri TBC EC IT Bridging to Level 1 08/01/15 Thu TBC EC 26/03/15 Thu TBC EC ITQ (Level 1) 07/01/15 Wed TBC EC 01/04/15 Wed TBC EC Photo Finish: Finish your photos 29/01/15 Thu 12:30-15: BrG 24/04/15 Fri 12:30-15: BrG Pinterest and Skypeing 09/01/15 Fri 13:00-15: STB Publisher Beginners 31/03/15 Tue TBC EC 31/03/15 Tue TBC EC Publisher Advanced 31/03/15 Tue TBC EC 17/04/15 Fri TBC EC Word Processing & Keyboard Workshop (Legal / Medical) These computer workshops allow you to update and enhance your computer skills to increase your confidence in the use of computers and associated programmes and improve your employability potential. Content may be negotiated with the tutor on an individual basis to close your skills gaps. Specialist tuition is available on Word Processing & Keyboarding skills including Legal & Medical. 15/01/15 Thu 18:30-21: DH 15/01/15 Thu 12:30-15: DH 23/04/15 Thu 12:30-15: DH 23/04/15 Thu 18:30-21: DH 15

16 CONSTRUCTION 17th Edition Award in Requirements for Electrical Installation This qualification is aimed primarily at practicing installation electricians and raises an awareness of the format, content and application of the requirements for Electrical Installations (BS7671: June 2008). The programme covers the whole content of BS7671: /01/15 Mon TBC TC 01/04/15 Wed TBC TC 23/02/15 Mon TBC KC COUNSELLING Counselling Level 2 This counselling course is ideal for anybody who wants to sample the professional arena of counselling, particularly if you are considering a career change or want to acquire skills and knowledge for your personal development. 06/01/15 Tue 19:00-21: DH NCFE Level 3 Award in Counselling Skills & Theory* The course offers a range of knowledge and information which will be useful in any supporting role or any role that involves communication. It gives the learner an insight into counselling concepts and theory. Topics include: Professional and organisational issues (ethical issues); Counselling skills (communication and listening); Counselling theory (person-centred, Psychodynamic and REBT approaches); Personal development (self-awareness and self-understanding). 23/02/15 Thu TBC BC CREATIVE ARTS & CRAFTS Acting for Beginners This course provides an introduction to the art of acting via a series of acting games, theatre exercises and acting techniques. It is suitable for those who have always had an interest in developing acting skills. 20/01/15 Tue TBC PLC 28/04/15 Tue TBC PLC Adobe Dreamweaver* This course gives you the necessary skills to develop and maintain a small, basic website using Adobe Dreamweaver CS6. Topics include: Introducing HTML, the WWW and the Dreamweaver user interface, Defining your site and managing files, Displaying content, formatting text and inserting images, Understanding hyperlinks and other interactive elements and Basic colour theory. 19/01/15 Mon 18:00-21: TC 20/04/15 Mon 18:00-21: TC Adobe Illustrator* This short course covers the fundamentals of Illustrator CS6, which is used primarily to work with vector-based graphics and text. 22/01/15 Thu TBC TC Adobe InDesign* This course is designed to get you up and running in page layout for print within Adobe InDesign CS6. You will learn how to set up layouts for magazines, adverts and leaflets. 20/01/15 Tue TBC TC 28/04/15 Tue TBC TC 16

17 Adobe Photoshop* This is a practical introduction to Adobe Photoshop covering the Adobe Photoshop workspace and how to use it to get the most from your photographs. 20/01/15 Tue 18:00-21: TC 21/04/15 Tue 18:00-21: TC Adobe Premiere* This course gives you the necessary skills to edit and export HD video using the latest version of Adobe Premier. Topics include: Importing files and folders, Basic video editing, Stills and graphics, Creating titles, Using transitions and effects, Advanced editing techniques and Exporting a movie with Adobe Media Encoder. 12/01/15 Mon TBC TC 02/03/15 Mon TBC TC 27/04/15 Mon TBC TC Art for Beginners Learn how to create beautiful paintings and drawings. Understand the wide variety of techniques and how to use them effectively. 06/01/15 Tue 13:00-15: STB 24/03/15 Tue 13:00-15: STB Beading & Jewellery Making This course will introduce you to the art of beading. You will create beautiful and individual items of jewellery. Course content will be discussed at the start of the course and students are encouraged to progress at their own speed, whilst making friends, gaining confidence and enjoying the learning experience. Enjoy the results of your labour and be rewarded with a skill for life. 13/01/15 Tue 15:30-17: DH 13/01/15 Tue 10:00-12: SWC 16/01/15 Fri 9:30-11: TBC 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC 21/04/15 Tue 15:30-17: DH 21/04/15 Tue 10:00-12: SWC 24/04/15 Fri 9:30-11: TBC Bookbinding This course provides an introduction to basic craft techniques used in the construction of traditional bookbindings. 27/01/15 Tue 18:00-20: PLC 21/04/15 Tue 18:00-20: PLC Ceramics The course suits all abilities. Running on workshop basis students will experience hand building, coil, slab and sculptural techniques. There will also be an opportunity to learn thrown techniques to produce a range of functional items, bowls, plates, vases etc. 20/01/15 Tue 18:00-20: PLC 21/04/15 Tue 18:00-20: PLC Creative Crafts This course will introduce you to the art of crafting using cards, beading and other decorative items. You will create beautiful, individual and interesting pieces of work. 12/01/15 Mon 13:00-15: SWC 13/01/15 Tue 13:00-15: SWC 13/04/15 Mon 13:00-15: SWC 14/04/15 Tue 13:00-15: SWC 17

18 Creative Textiles During this course a number of different techniques will be taught and the learners will then design their own projects using the techniques they have learnt to produce items they can use for gifts and items for decorating the home. 06/01/15 Tue TBC STB 24/03/15 Tue TBC STB Drawing & Painting with Watercolours This course covers the techniques of creating beautiful watercolours. During this course you will learn how to use washes, colour mixing, texture, surfaces, traditional and non-traditional techniques and composition. 06/01/15 Tue 10:00-12: MWC 21/04/15 Tue 10:00-12: MWC Dress Pattern Making This course will allow you to develop further your Dressmaking skills and will introduce pattern drafting. 12/01/15 Mon TBC EC 30/03/15 Mon TBC EC Oil & Acrylic Paint Techniques 20/01/15 Tue 18:00-20: PLC Painting & Drawing for Beginners The course will introduce you to the basic principles of drawing and painting, such as perspective, composition, tonal values, mark making and colour theory. The work you produce will be informed by the practice and techniques employed by contemporary artists. 06/01/15 Tue 10:00-12: STB 12/01/15 Mon 13:00-15: STB 15/01/15 Thu TBC BC 24/03/15 Fri TBC STB 30/03/15 Mon TBC STB Painting & Drawing The course will introduce you to the basic principles of drawing and painting, such as perspective, composition, tonal values, mark making and colour theory. The work you produce will be informed by the practice and techniques employed by contemporary artists 12/01/15 Mon 10:00-12: DH 12/01/15 Mon 10:00-12:00 10 TBC MWC 12/01/15 Mon 13:00-15:00 10 TBC MWC 13/01/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC 14/01/15 Wed 10:00-12: DH 14/01/15 Wed 13:00-15: DH 15/01/15 Thu 10:00-12: DH 15/01/15 Thu 13:00-15: DH 16/04/15 Thu 13:00-15: DH 20/04/15 Mon 10:00-12: DH 20/04/15 Mon 10:00-12:00 10 TBC MWC 20/04/15 Mon 13:00-15:00 10 TBC MWC 22/04/15 Wed 10:00-12: DH 22/04/15 Wed 13:00-15: DH 23/04/15 Thu 10:00-12: DH 18

19 Patchwork & Quilting 10/03/15 Tue 10:00-12: STB Portraits & Figures Through instruction and tutor demonstrations, learn and improve your drawing and painting skills, techniques and knowledge of the human face and figure. Learn about proportions and how to get a likeness. Learn about the different aspects of presenting the figure and the messages this sends out to the viewer. Explore the colour mixes of skin and hair tones and the effects of light on figures and clothing. 06/01/15 Tue 13:00-15: MWC 21/04/15 Tue 13:00-15: MWC Printing Techniques Explore print techniques and gain confidence in the techniques while gaining insight into the other possibilities this media can offer. Surfaces and techniques are learned and combined to achieve satisfying results. 21/04/15 Tue 18:00-20: PLC Fashion Design & Dressmaking for Beginners The course programme will allow students to learn and understand the principle of fashion and design /dressmaking. Students will develop practical dressmaking skills, allowing them to make garments of their own choice to fit their body type/style. 06/01/15 Tue TBC EC 24/03/15 Tue TBC EC Fashion Design & Dressmaking This course will allow you to develop further your Fashion Design/Dressmaking skills by working on an additional garment to include aspects not previously worked on so you can achieve that professional finish. 06/01/15 Tue TBC EC 13/01/15 Tue TBC EC 24/03/15 Tue TBC EC 30/03/15 Mon TBC EC Sewing for Complete Beginners Students will learn how to use and adapt a commercial pattern to get the perfect fit, techniques in garment construction and how to use a sewing machine. With support from the tutor, students will work on their own projects, be it something for themselves or someone else. 09/01/15 Fri 9:30-12: STB 09/01/15 Fri 10:00-12: MWC 13/03/15 Fri 9:30-12: STB 17/04/15 Fri 10:00-12: MWC Sewing for Beginners You will learn how to read and adapt a commercial pattern to get the perfect fit, techniques in garment construction including seams, dart gathering, zip, button holes and how to use a sewing machine. The tutor will demonstrate techniques needed to complete individual projects. 11/03/15 Wed 12:30-15: STB Sewing for Improvers This sewing course is ideal for those with prior knowledge of the subject who want to improve their sewing skills and build knowledge already acquired. This will be a workshop environment where you will be working on your own project, be it dressmaking, curtains or accessories. It is the opportunity to bring along unfinished items and with support from your tutor, finish them. 11/03/15 Wed 9:30-12: STB 19

20 Sewing: Making a Garment 11/03/15 Wed 15:30-18: STB Soft Furnishings 12/01/15 Mon TBC EC 30/03/15 Mon TBC EC Watercolours for Beginners 08/01/15 Thu 9:30-12: STB 16/04/15 Thu 9:30-12: STB EMPLOYABILITY Get Ready for Employment 10/03/15 Tue 14:30-17:00 4 TBC TBC MWC How to Work in Retail 25/02/15 Wed 13:00-15: MWC Planning a career in Beauty 23/03/15 Mon 9:15-12: MWC 27/04/15 Mon TBC STB ENGLISH Literacy - Ebor Gardens 15/01/15 Thu 9:30-11: DH 23/04/15 Thu 9:30-11: DH ESOL Leeds: A Guide to the City 15/01/15 Fri TBC STB Preparing for Work Skills 14/01/15 Wed 13:00-15:00 10 FREE MWC Understanding the Language of Maths 25/01/15 Thu 13:00-15:00 10 FREE MWC FIRST AID Emergency First Aid at Work (Level 2 Award)* 27/01/15 9:00-16:30 1 day HC 17/03/15 9v00-16:30 1 day HC 21/05/15 9:00-16:30 1 day HC 16/07/15 9:00-16:30 1 day HC First Aid at Work - Annual Refresher* 10/02/15 9:00-12:30 1 (0.5 days) HC 18/05/15 9:00-12:30 1 (0.5 days) HC 20

21 First Aid at Work - Re-qualification (Level 3 Award)* 28/01/15 9:00-16:30 1 (2 days) HC 18/03/15 9:00-16:30 1 (2 days) HC 19/05/15 9:00-16:30 1 (2 days) HC 14/07/15 9:00-16:30 1 (2 days) HC First Aid at Work (Level 3 Award)* 11/02/15 9:00-16:30 1 (3 days) HC 21/04/15 9:00-16:30 1 (3 days) HC 23/06/15 9:00-16:30 1 (3 days) HC Paediatric First Aid for Childcare 27/04/15 Mon TBC BC Paediatric First Aid (Level 2 Award)* 23/02/15 9:00-16:30 1 (2 days) HC 15/04/15 9:00-16:30 1 (2 days) HC 17/06/15 9:00-16:30 1 (2 days) HC HAIR & BEAUTY Applying Eyelash Extensions* 09/04/15 Thu 10:00-16: PC Aromatherapy and Massage 20/01/15 Tue 10:00-12v STB Aromatherapy and Massage for Women 23/02/15 Mon 12:30-15: MWC Bamboo Massage* (applicants must have a previous massage qualification) 08/04/15 Wed 9:30-15:30 1 day KC 28/05/15 Thu 10:00-16:00 1 day n/a PC Barbering VTCT Certificate (Level 2)++ The VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Barbering (QCF) is a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills in; the creative art of cutting men s hair, the specialist work of cutting facial hair and how to offer a good consultation service for clients. 09/02/15 Mon TBC PC Basic Bridal Make-Up* 18/02/15 Wed 10:00-16: PC Beauty Introduction 17/04/15 Fri 9:30-15: MWC Beauty Therapy Level 1 You will cover practical and theoretical aspects of beauty therapy such as: manicure, nail art, french manicure, facials, make-up and eye treatments, eyebrow shaping, lash and brow tinting and eyelash extensions. 08/05/15 Fri 9:30-15: MWC Beautycare (Level 1) 05/02/15 Thu 12:45-15:15 16 TBC STB Colour Workshop* 27/05/15 Wed 10:00-16: PC 21

22 Extremely Curly Hair Workshop* 26/05/15 Tue 10:00-16: PC Gel Nail Application* (applicants must have a previous manicure unit qualification) 08/04/15 Wed 10:00-16: n/a PC Gel Polish* (applicants must have a previous manicure unit qualification) 04/05/15 Mon 9:30-15: KC Hair and Beauty Introduction 25/02/15 Wed 19:00-21: KC Hairdressing Introduction 13/01/15 Tue 12:30-15: DH 21/04/15 Tue 12:30-15: DH Holistic & Spa Therapies You will learn the basic techniques of holistic and spa therapies including: massage, aromatherapy and aromatherapy oils, lotions and potions and Indian head massage. 05/02/15 Thu TBC STB Hopi Ear Candling* 26/05/15 Tue 10:00-16: PC Hot Stone Massage Techniques* 16/02/15 Fri 10:00-16: PC Indian Head Massage VTCT Award (Level 3) yr 25/02/15 Wed TBC PC Indian Head Massage VTCT Award (Level 3)++ 24yr+* 25/02/15 Wed TBC TBC PC Intimate Waxing* 26/05/15 Tue 10:00-16: PC Long Hair Styling* 27/05/15 Wed 10:00-16: PC Manicures and Nails Introduction 13/07/15 Mon 9:30-15: MWC Mendhi Skin Decoration Introduction* 28/05/15 Thu 10:00-16: PC Nail Art Application* 17/02/15 Tue 10:00-16: PC Reflexology for Beginners 19/01/15 Mon 12:30-15: MWC Reflexology Introduction* 17/02/15 Tue 10:00-16: PC Seated Chair Massage Techniques* 19/02/15 Thu 10:00-16: PC Self-tanning Techniques* 09/04/15 Thu 9:30-15: KC 22

23 Self-tanning Techniques* 28/05/15 Thu 10:00-16: PC Step into Summer A short taster covering basic beauty treatments to get you ready for the summer months. You will learn basic techniques through a mix of theory, demonstration and practical sessions including: manicure, pedicure, crystal pedicure, tanning and waxing. 21/05/15 Thu 12:30-15: STB 01/06/15 Mon 12:30-15: MWC Waxing Introduction You will learn about the basic techniques through a mixture of theory, demonstration and practical sessions. There will be a small additional cost towards the cost of the wax. 20/04/15 Mon 12:30-15: MWC 23/04/15 Thu 12:30-15: STB HEALTH & CARING SERVICES Care Work Award (Level 1) 25/05/15 Mon 09:30-15: STB First Steps to Care Award (Level 1) 24/02/15 Tue 09:30-15: STB HEALTH & SAFETY Food Safety in Catering Award (Level 2)* 27/01/15 Tue 18:00-21: JPC 28/01/15 Tue 9:00-16:30 1 (day) BC 25/02/15 Tue 9:00-16:30 1 (day) BC 24/03/15 Tue 9:00-16:30 1 (day) BC 21/04/15 Tue 9:00-16:30 1 (day) BC 21/04/15 Tue 18:00-21: JPC 27/05/15 Tue 9:00-16:30 1 (day) BC 23/06/15 Tue 9:00-16v30 1 (day) BC 20/07/15 Tue 9:00-16:30 1 (day) BC Health and Safety in the Workplace Award (Level 2)* 19/02/15 9:00-16:30 1 (day) BC 14/04/15 9:00-16:30 1 (day) BC 18/06/15 9:00-16:30 1 (day) BC IOSH Managing Safely* 03/02/15 9:00-16: BC 05/05/15 9:00-16: BC Managing Food Safety in Catering Award (Level 4)* 05/03/15 Thu 9:00-16: BC NEBOSH Fire Safety & Risk Assessment* 29/01/15 9:00-16: BC 29/01/15 9:00-16: BC NEBOSH National Diploma Unit A (Level 6)* 11/03/15 Wed , BC 29/07/15 Wed , BC 23

24 NEBOSH National General Certificate* 17/02/15 9:00-16: , BC 01/06/15 9:00-16: , BC Supervising Food Hygiene in Catering (Level 3 Award)* 04/02/15 Wed 9:00-16: BC HORTICULTURE & GARDENING Gardening: Planning to grow your own fruit & vegetables / food Are you interested in growing your own vegetables but don t know where to start? This will be introduce you to the delights of growing your own food covering topics such as seed sowing, getting the best out of your green house, pests/weed control, composting, crop rotation and soil preparation. Grow your own Food 08/01/15 Thu 10:00-12: STB Organic and Summer Gardening 05/03/15 Thu 10:00-12: STB JUST FOR FUN (LEISURE) Active Retirement This course is designed to encourage older people to continue their studies, to use new technology and to join in practical activities. It gives you a chance to work with like-minded people, make friends, have fun and gain in confidence whilst enjoying the whole learning experience. 14/01/15 Wed 13:00-15: DH 22/04/15 Wed 13:00-15: DH Calligraphy 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC Confidence Building 07/01/15 Wed 10:00-12: STB Creative Writing This course is for those with a reasonable level of literacy who want to know more about the craft of writing. You will be encouraged to write about your own experiences and will look at different forms of language, learn new skills and share experience. We may use poetry, fiction and factual writing. 13/01/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC 15/01/15 Thu 13:00-15: DH 23/04/15 Thu 13:00-15: DH Criminology 13/01/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC Family History: Online Genealogy In this programme, you will learn to identify key factors in successful family history research using a variety of Internet sites to search for information such as births, marriages and deaths, use free and subscription search engines and set up accounts to contact others searching for the same families. 09/01/15 Fri 13:00-15: MWC 24

25 Health & Fitness in Later Life This course offers gentle exercise for the older learner to keep mind and body alert. You will meet like-minded people and exercise to music in this relaxed and friendly environment. It is suitable for all levels and also offers advice and discussions on healthy living. 12/01/15 Mon 10: DH 20/04/15 Mon 10: SWC Interior Design You will gain an understanding of how to survey a room, produce plans and elevations to scale, design and plan space, produce a visual interpretation through images, explore colour, lighting and furniture in the interior, develop a suitable palette of material and finishes, source furniture and materials and learn basic presentation techniques. 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC Local History 15/01/15 Fri 10:00-12: STB Neuro-Linguistic Programming 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC Pilates 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC Tai Chi 12/01/15 Mon 12:30-14: SWC 13/04/15 Mon 12:30-14: SWC LANGUAGES French Conversation This course will allow you to widen your existing French vocabulary and increase your communication with a wider range of people and situations. 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC Spanish Beginners Learn to understand the most widely spoken language in the world. Use everyday situations to practice conversation, broaden your horizons and your skills. Learn commonly used phrases, basic grammar and start to understand simple sentence structures. 13/01/15 Tue 19:00-21: DH 14/01/15 Wed 12:15-14: MWC 15/04/15 Wed 12:15-14: MWC Spanish Advanced Spanish Advanced is an enjoyable and social course suitable for those who have a reasonably fluent understanding of speaking the language, writing, listening and who are looking to build on their previous knowledge and improve their speaking 12/01/15 Mon 10:00-12: DH 20/04/15 Mon 10:00-12: DH Spanish Conversation This course will allow you to widen your existing Spanish vocabulary and increase your communication with a wider range of people and situations. 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC Polish Beginners 03/02/15 Tue 15:15-17: BC 25

26 MATHS Brush Up Your Maths These courses will help you to improve your skills in Maths in a friendly and welcoming environment. You will have the opportunity to brush up existing skills, develop new skills and improve your confidence with numbers. You will also be able to access on-line resources to support your studies outside the classroom. 15/01/15 Thu 9:30-12: DH 23/04/15 Thu 9:30-12: DH Financial Literacy (Entry 2) 07/01/15 Wed TBC EC 25/03/15 Wed TBC EC Numbers for Beginners 08/01/15 Thu TBC EC 08/01/15 Thu TBC EC 26/03/15 Thu TBC EC 26/03/15 Thu TBC EC PHOTOGRAPHY Digital Camera: Take better Photos 02/03/15 Mon 15:15-17: STB Digital Photography 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC Studio / Creative Digital Photography* 22/01/15 Thu 18:00-20: PLC 23/04/15 Thu 18:00-20: PLC SIGN LANGUAGE Sign Language Introduction 24/02/15 Tue 19:00-21: KC 12/01/15 Mon 18:00-20: STB 13/01/15 Tue 18:30-20: JPC 20/04/15 Mon 18:00-20: STB 26

27 SPORT Award in Coaching Football (Level 1) 09/01/15 Fri TBC PLC 24/04/15 Fri TBC PLC 05/06/15 Fri TBC PLC Certificate in Coaching Football (Level 2) 30/01/15 Fri TBC PLC Fitness Instructing CYQ Certificate (Level 2) ++ 02/02/15 Mon TBC PLC 02/02/15 Mon TBC KC Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport NVQ Certificate ( Level 3)++ 25/05/15 Mon TBC PLC TEACHER TRAINING Award in Education & Training (Level 3)++ 12/01/15 Mon 16:30-20: HC 12/01/15 Mon 13:00-17: HC English for Literacy and Language Teaching Award (Level 3)++ 19/01/15 Mon TBC HC Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching Award (Level 3)++ 19/01/15 Mon TBC HC ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION IF YOU RE 19+ AND WANT TO GET ON TO HIGHER EDUCATION, AN ACCESS COURSE CAN GET YOU THERE! Access to Higher Education (Level 3) Full-time courses available in Business, Health Science Professions, Law, Engineering and Humanities & Social Sciences. Contact us now to find out how to apply t: e: courses@leedscitycollege.ac.uk 27

28 HIGHER EDUCATION YOUR NEXT STEP? DID YOU KNOW... YOU CAN PROGRESS FROM FURTHER EDUCATION TO DEGREE LEVEL COURSES WITH US? For more information about our Higher Education courses and how you can progress with us, contact: HE Admissions Officer t: e: leedscitycollege.ac.uk/he 28

29 ESOL English for Speakers of Other Languages DO YOU WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH? We offer a wide range of ESOL courses at different levels to help you develop your languages skills and improve your chances of finding work. We offer classes throughout the day and evening. Classes require a commitment by you to attend regularly so that you can be supported to gain language skills, confidence and qualifications. We will need to assess your level of English before you can start a class. Contact Course Enquiries for more details. Please note: there are restrictions on eligibility and some learners will have to pay. IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH & MATHS SKILLS AND GAIN A QUALIFICATION FOR FREE!!! Brush Up English & Brush Up Maths Courses... to help you improve your reading, writing and spelling to help you feel more confident with everyday Maths to help support your child s English and Maths at school Contact Course Enquiries to find out more! INTERESTED IN I.T? WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR COMPUTING SKILLS? We can help you to do just that! Complete beginner to internet and ? Enrol to a Digital Literacy course! Beginner wanting to develop independent IT skills? Enrol to Computers for Beginners! New to Digital Cameras? Enrol to Digital Camera Basics! Some prior IT skills? Wanting to gain IT qualifications? Enrol to OCR Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2 ITQ! Attend an IT Workshop assessment/ information session to find out more... contact course enquiries for details of your nearest course! 29

30 Keighley Campus offers a range of bespoke construction courses to meet the demands of local businesses. Courses Include: CCN1 Training and Assessment CCN1-Plumbing CEN1 CKR1 HTR1 WAT1 Assessment Plumbing CEN1 CKR1 HTR1 WAT1 Training and Assessment CEN1 Plumbing Circular Saw Training CKR1 Plumbing HTR1 Plumbing Unvented Water Heaters WAT1 Plumbing Water Regulations Plumbing To find out more contact Keighley Campus e: courses@leedscitycollege.ac.uk t:

31 Leeds City College has support and facilities for the blind and partially sighted including transcribed publications and speech software. To find out more about how we can help blind and partially sighted students, please contact DISCLAIMER The information in this prospectus is, as far as possible, accurate at the time of publication, but is subject to change for unforeseen reasons at the College s absolute discretion. Leeds City College takes all reasonable steps to provide services as set out in this prospectus; it does not however guarantee the provision of such educational services, programmes and facilities. Leeds City College reserves the right to amend, withdraw, cancel, alter or amalgamate any or part of the programme, locations, facilities or costs at any time. Please be aware the location of some of the courses offered could be subject to change between time of application and actual start date. All courses run subject to enrolment of minimum numbers. Please check the website for the most up-to-date information which should be consulted before continuing with an application. leedscitycollege.ac.uk