HNC/HND Certification - A Levels 1 Diploma

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1 CHOOSE YOUR OWN PATH Evolve with Us 1

2 QUICK GUIDE EL- OME O OUR VOLU- ION INTRO BUSINESS & IT CONSTRUCTION & BUILT ENVIRONMENT CREATIVE INDUSTRIES HAIR & BEAUTY HOSPITALITY, TOURISM & HORTICULTURE LIFE SKILLS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING HEALTH, SOCIAL CARE, AND EARLY YEARS EDUCATION SPORTS & PUBLIC SERVICES TEACHING A LEVELS AND DIPLOMAS 2 3

3 LAKES COLLEGE Lakes College is a Further Education college offering courses to anyone aged 16 and over. We offer more than 300 courses across a variety of different areas, for full time and part time study at a range of levels. Put simply, we offer choice. Wherever your passions, interests and talents lie, we ll have an option that gets you where you need to be. INTRO Our programmes equip you with the skills and knowledge you ll need to get started in a wide range of different professions. We know, because we work with local employers to keep our courses relevant and up to date. If you d rather your future involved higher education, we can prepare that for you too bridging the gap between school and university. And if you re itching to get into the world of work straight away, our Apprenticeships offer a practical start to your career, helping you develop skills in the real world. LET S GET START- ED. + Take a look through this prospectus to discover a course that s right for you. + Not sure? Take a look at our website where you can find out more about the courses and careers open to you. + If you re interested in more than one course, come and have a chat with one of our student advisers. They ll help you figure out what s best for you. + Once you ve picked a course, you can apply online. + We ll then invite you in for an interview for courses starting in September, interviews happen from January. + From there, we may offer you a conditional place (depending on the qualifications you re sitting), or suggest a different course that might be more suitable. + In the summer, you ll be invited to come in and enrol on your chosen course. 4 5

4 STUART WILLIAMS & Lakes College ALUMNI I have always loved sport. I ve played football and golf from a very young age, and I always imagined working in the industry. I decided to study Sport at Lakes College, after leaving school I initially enrolled on a BTEC First Diploma in Sport (Level 2). After completing this course, I chose to progress further, with the aim of eventually studying a university level course. Once I completed a BTEC National Diploma (Level 3) in Sport in 2008, I had gained enough qualifications and experience to attend university and I enrolled on a Sports Development with Coaching course at Loughborough University. I absolutely loved my time at university and whilst there, I decided that I would like to teach what I had learned to others; people aspiring to achieve similar things to me. This decision led me on to a PGCE course, which I studied part time at the college, as well as volunteering both in the ActivZone facility and as a tutor in the sports department. This was a great experience and one that cemented my ambition of becoming a sports teacher. I m due to begin full time employment as a sports tutor at Lakes College and I really can t wait to make a start. I m really looking forward to ensuring that my learners develop their own academic knowledge, helping them move into a successful career. 6 7

5 STUDYING At lakes College Over 80 of our courses are for school leavers who can attend full time. Full time is usually over three full days. These courses can give you the skills you need to get a job, or our Level 3 courses are equivalent to three A Levels so you can get into university. SEE MORE AT: LAKES COLLEGE FINANCIAL SUPPORT You don t have to let a lack of money stop you from coming to college. If you live in a household dependant on benefits, or a low income, then there are funds available if you are starting a course at Lakes College. If you have any questions about financial support please contact the Student Finance Team, based in Student Services which is next to reception. You can also contact us by phone on extension The funding the College has to help you with the cost of studying comes from a government fund and is public money. The assistance you receive is a discretionary award. It will always be conditional on your attendance at college. While we recognise that students face financial pressures, the funding you are applying for is not a right and the College has a duty to make sure that the funds are awarded fairly and to the students most in need YEAR OLD FINANCIAL SUPPORT The College offers students aged three bursaries. GUARANTEED BURSARY This is a payment of 40 per week towards the costs of coming to College. To be eligible for this bursary you must be: + In Care + A Care leaver + In receipt of income support (Independent student on means tested benefit in own right) + Disabled and in receipt of Employment Support Allowance + Disabled and in receipt of Disability Living Allowance In addition to the payment of 40 per week you may be supported with the cost of any trips that are related to your learning. CHILDCARE We offer various childcare support options for qualifying students that depend on your age and circumstances. COLLEGE BURSARY The College Bursary is a payment of 25 a month towards the costs of coming to College. The fund is open to full time students who are in a household receiving benefits (except Child Tax Credit) or with an income of less than 20,817 and a resident of the UK for the last three years. In addition to the payment of 25 per month you may be supported with the cost of trips that are related to your learning. TRAVEL BURSARY We can offer qualifying students a seven - day Stagecoach bus pass. To qualify for this transport support you must live more than three miles from the College and have a household income of less than 20,817. PLEASE CHECK WEBSITE: FOR MORE DETAILS OR CALL STUDENT SERVICES ON:

6 STUDYING At lakes College ADULT (19 AND OVER) SUPPORT If you are 19 and over there is a variety of support available to help with the cost of your course fees, depending on your current qualifications and the level of course you would like to study at. OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT To qualify for the following support you must have either a parent or guardian that you live with on income related benefits or receive them yourself or have a household income of less than 30, 817 per year. TRAVEL Qualifying students can claim a term Stagecoach bus pass if you live more than three miles away. BURSARY Qualifying students can be awarded 21 per month based on over 85% attendance. 24+ ADVANCED LEARNING LOAN SUPPORT Qualifying students could claim 60 pcm, again based on over 85% attendance. CHILDCARE We offer various childcare support options for qualifying students that depend on your age and circumstances. PLEASE CHECK WEBSITE: FOR MORE DETAILS OR CALL STUDENT SERVICES ON: Support will also be available for trips

7 STEPHANIE NEEN & Lakes College ALUMNI I started at Lakes College in 2012 after deciding that I needed to make a career change. I was working in central London in retail & after realising how expensive it was, I chose to move home to West Cumbria to pursue a career in hairdressing. I had always wanted to be a hairdresser & I felt that it wasn t too late to change my career path. For me an Apprenticeship was the right route to take as it gave me the opportunity to gain quality experience in the industry & achieve a reputable qualification. I secured work at a local salon - Hair at Number 4 in Egremont & enrolled on the NQV Level 2 in Hairdressing with Lakes, attending college one day a week. The tutors in the Hairdressing department are great. There were times where I was really stressed out about my progress but they spent a lot of time with me, working on the aspects of the trade that I didn t feel comfortable with & helping me improve. If I was to give any advice to future students, it would be to practise as much as possible, ask lots of questions & be as creative as possible. One thing that I love about my job is when people say I could never have done that myself! I love being creative, using my initiative & seeing my customers happy with the result! 12 13

8 APPRENTICESHIPS At Lakes College WE OFFER If you want to get to work as soon as possible, an Apprenticeship takes learning out of classroom and into the workplace. They let you earn while you learn new skills, making a practical start for your career. We have over 70 Apprenticeship programmes in a range of areas and this year we ve already helped more than 1,500 people pick up a trade, gain priceless experience and start off their professional evolution. Our team of Account Managers work to connect new Apprentices with employers, helping you find the ideal setting for your professional development. Once you get started, you won t just be picking up skills (and a wage), but you ll also be working toward a valuable qualification. The levels vary, but once you ve completed one, you ll be able to progress to higher levels, from intermediate to advanced and in some cases higher Apprenticeships, depending on the subject area. YOU CAN TAKE AN APPRENTICESHIP IN + Accounting + Active Leisure & Learning + Beauty + Brickwork + Business Administration + Catering + Childcare + Civil Engineering + Cleaning Services + Construction + Construction Site Joinery + Construction Bench Joinery + Customer Service + Electrical Installation + Engineering (Mechanical, Welding, Machining) + External Wall Insulation + Food & Drinks Service + Hairdressing + Health & Social Care + Human Resource Management + Horticulture + ITQ + Management + Motor Vehicle + People Management + Painting & Decorating + Plumbing + Retail + Supporting Teaching & Learning + Support Services in Healthcare + Team Leading + Warehousing & Storage + Youth Work 14 15

9 BEVERLEY WAUGH & Lakes College ALUMNI I came to Lakes College in 2010 to study on the Access to Higher Education course. Before coming to college, I d always aspired to be a nurse, having worked as a carer in a local nursing home. I wasn t completely sure what I wanted to study and decided to take a year out after my A Levels. This gave me time to work in the industry and gather perspective on how to pursue my dream career. After spending a year in work and away from education, I joined the Access course which helped me to progress onto a degree in children s nursing at London s South Bank University. The three year course gave me the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in nursing and I managed to secure a work placement in the country s largest children s hospital, Great Ormond Street. After graduating, I applied for a job at Great Ormond Street Hospital as a newly qualified nurse in the rotation programme, and was selected from 500 applicants to fill one of just 20 positions. I ll be carrying out general nursing duties in three clinical areas, which I hope to be surgery, oncology and intensive care

10 UNIVERSITY LEVEL FUNDING STUDYING A UNIVERSITY- LEVEL COURSE ACCESS TO LEARNING FUND NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME We offer more than 20 highereducation courses, otherwise known as university-level courses. These HNCs, HNDs and Foundation Degrees cover a range of subjects, from teaching and engineering to healthcare and sport. There are even a few Higher Apprenticeships on offer. Every year, more than 200,000 people study these kinds of courses in colleges across the country. We ve been offering them for more than 40 years and we ve recently been confirmed as a UK Quality Assured establishment by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. When you study one of these courses with us, you don t need to repay a penny until you graduate and start earning over 21,000 just like university. There are also scholarships, bursaries, loans and grants available and our Student Service team are always on hand to offer advice. If you want to find out more about the finances available, check our website. The fees for our university-level courses are: FOUNDATION DEGREE + Two years full time study: 11,900 ( 5,950 per year) + Three years part time study: 11,900 ( 3, per year)* HND + Two years full time study: 7,200 ( 3,600 per year)* HNC 18 MONTHS PART 3 YEARS PART + 18 months part time study: 3,600 ( 2,400 in first year, 1,200 in second year)* This fund is there to help students access and remain in higher education, for anyone struggling to meet costs when other sources of funding can t help. It isn t for everyone but is a safety net for those dealing with unexpected hardship that s keeping them from their studies. That means that you should apply for student loans, bursaries and grants before asking for assistance here. But if you re unsure, ask our Student Services Department (the contact details are in this prospectus) they re there to help you. TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ANY FUNDING ISSUES, PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE We aim to use our funding to help students who need it the most. As such, you could apply for assistance with your tuition fees if you receive incomerelated benefits and your household income is less than 25,000. If you are eligible, we could award a scholarship worth 3,000 a year for full time students. That would leave 2,950 a year to pay for a Foundation Degree, or 600 a year to pay for an HND. For part time students, the scholarship depends on how many hours our study but will be worth at least All our scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. * Guide price, please check the website for the most up to date prices

11 VICTORIA NICHOLSON & Lakes College ALUMNI I decided to join Lakes College after moving from Cheshire to be nearer to my family, who are based in West Cumbria. Since leaving school I had worked in the equine industry, however after the move I was unable to find work in a similar role. I made the decision to retrain in a different industry and chose to follow in my dad s footsteps and study electrical engineering. After popping in to the college for a chat about my options with a member of staff, I joined the Access to Higher Education course. This prepared me for university level learning, and once I had completed the course I enrolled on the HNC in Electrical Engineering. I was also lucky enough to gain employment throughout my studies, initially working as a Trainee Electrical Engineer for North West Projects at Westlakes Science Park. While studying for my HNC, I was promoted and became a fully qualified Electrical Engineer, working on quotes for jobs, detail design and documentation management. My advice to students would be, that it s never too late to retrain. The industry that I worked in previously is a totally different discipline to where I m employed today, but taking the HNC has certainly opened a lot of doors for me in my new position

12 LAKES ADVANCED HAT S EW T AKES OL- EGE A-LEVEL LEARNING REAL- WORLD SKILLS LAKES ADVANCED Lakes Advanced is a new approach to developing understanding and ability combining the academic challenge of A Levels with the vocational skills that BTEC diplomas offer. Diplomas in sciences, engineering, computing and business can be combined with one, two or three A-Levels in a range of complementary subjects, to form a rounded programme that balances knowledge and skill. Each combination provides the first steps of a career pathway from Midwifery to Civil Engineering to Business Management as well as UCAS points, which pave the way to university. Whatever your aims, with Lakes Advanced, you can find an advanced route for your evolution. LAKESADVANCED.CO.UK 22 23

13 APPRENTICESHIP ACADEMY We re always exploring new ideas to help young people find the future that s right for them that s why we recently developed the Apprenticeship Academy. PAGES 58/76/101/117/135/149/159 FOR APPRENCESHIPS LISTINGS It acts almost like a graduate training scheme for school leavers. For businesses in the area, it s a chance to employ the brightest minds. For students, it s an opportunity to learn skills in a high profile local business environment, picking up useful qualifications and creating real prospects for your career. There s even the chance for international travel, outward-bound courses and specialist workshops. It s an ideal start for your professional evolution. To join our Academy, you ll need five GCSEs at grade A* to C, including Maths and English. We ll accept predicted grades if you re still studying, but your job offer will depend on you achieving those grades. To apply please check the website for details

14 NURSE CADETS At Lakes College ARE NURSING CADETS? ARE? WHO IS ELIGIBLE? This scheme is a fantastic opportunity for anyone wanting to progress into an Adult Nursing career. Study for 2½ days each week at Lakes College on the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (equivalent to three good A levels and directly relevant to Nursing). Work placements will be rotated around the NHS Cumbria Partnership Foundation Trust and North Cumbria Acute Trust, Hospital and Community Wards and specialisms for two days each week to gain a broad range of nursing experience and gain a higher level of assessed practical nursing skill. To already have, or are predicted to have, at least five GCSEs grades A*-C and to include Maths, English and a Science (or equivalent relevant qualifications). Selection to the cadet programme onwards from induction period will also depend on candidates attitude to work, good timekeeping, attendance and team working skills. Once selected, practical training and assessment will take place over a ten week pre-placement induction period in the new Clinical Simulation Ward at Lakes College and at the West Cumberland Hospital. Once this induction period is passed you will become a fullyfledged nurse cadet! The Cadetship programme is open to those aged 16 or over (on Sept 1st 2015). Please note that if you are over 18 you will have to pay for the Level 3 course, however, please do enquire how we can help with student services at Lakes College. There is support available. OR OPPORTUNITIES Cadets from other areas have tended to work on the Trusts Health Care Assistant bank staff pool once aged 17½, alongside their Course. A successful Nursing Cadet will, after two years, have all the qualifications, skills, experience (and UCAS points) needed to progress to a University Adult Nursing degree programme. Alternatively they may choose to become a Health Care Assistant able to progress to an Assistant Practitioner Role within the NHS

15 MAKING SENSE OF QUALIFICATIONS For You OURS- S LEVEL 1 AND 2 INFORMATION These are our entry-level qualifications. It usually takes four GCSEs at grade G or better (or an equivalent) to get on, while some subjects might have extra requirements like a portfolio for an art, for instance. Some subjects, like Engineering or Construction, involve using specialist equipment, so you might need to start at Level 1 regardless of your GCSE grades. A place on any level of course is offered based on more than just your qualifications, but on your experience and attitude too. This will be covered at your interview.* LEVEL 3 INFORMATION These courses are equivalent to A-Level studies. To start at this level, you ll need at least five GCSEs at grade A* to C (or an equivalent). While we re here to help you prepare for a career, a Level 3 Extended Diploma qualification is also a good basis for further study. Each Level 3 extended Diploma is worth the same as three A Levels up to 420 UCAS points, depending on your results. That should be plenty for even high-standard universities (though it s always best to check what you need well in advance).** * * APPLY ONLINE WWW. LCWC.AC.UK TEL FACEBOOK.COM/ * Typically, but check course details. ** Fees for Level 3 courses will be higher for over 24s, but there may be funding or student loans to help you cover the cost. See our website for details

16 MAKING SENSE OF QUALIFICATIONS For You WE OFFER HNC (HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE) INFORMATION One year full time study or 18 months part time study. An HNC is a Level 5 workrelated qualification, designed to give you the skills to do a particular job. Entry requirements vary from course to course (so check details for your preferred option) ranging from a good A Level pass up to a full Level 3 Diploma. With many courses at this level offering part-time options, these are popular programmes for people in work. HND (HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA) INFORMATION Two years full time study or three years part time study. An HND is a similar level of studying to an HNC, though is more comprehensive. Entry requirements differ depending on the subject, but we ll typically expect an HNC, or two good A Levels if you can demonstrate your ability and potential. It s a vocational course offering the kind of skills and knowledge that employers will value, but there will also be options to continue onto university for some subjects. FOUNDATION DEGREE INFORMATION Two years full time study or three years part time study. These qualifications are designed to help you progress onto university, acting as a basis for a full Bachelor s Degree (whether a BA or BSc). While each Foundation Course will have its own particular requirements, you will need A Level qualifications of some sort often two A Levels at grade C, or equivalent. The programmes tend to mix independent academic study with work-based learning, providing a useful route if you re not sure if you have the skills yet for a full degree. 18 MONTHS PART 3 YEARS PART 3 YEARS PART 30 31

17 BUSINESS & IT So many careers start with Business & IT. Whether you re looking to work your way up the corporate ladder of big business, become an entrepreneur at the head of your own enterprise or find a future in marketing, HR, finance or IT, it all starts here. We expect West Cumbria to see growth across the sector, with many new businesses and increased opportunity for a variety of roles. For the entry-level office administration jobs, salaries start at around 13,000. But with a range of specialisms to branch out into, your evolution knows no limit. Business Analysts earn around 45,000 and experienced IT managers can expect 75,000 or more remember every multi-million pound business began its life as a fledgling start-up

18 BUSINESS & IT I WANT TO BE A There are an estimated 4.9M businesses in the UK 99.9% of British businesses are small to medium sized 2.3M people work in general Business Administration & Support Services EXPERIENCED IT MANAGERS CAN EXPECT 75,000 OR MORE IN SALARIES. CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER COURSE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES AFTER Level 2 Diploma in Business, followed by a Level 3 NVQ in Customer Service. With roles across a variety of industry sectors in the region, salaries start at around 17,000 for qualified customer service professionals rising to around 25,000 with experience. IT PROJECT MANAGER COURSE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES AFTER Start with a Diploma in business, then move onto an HND in Business Management. Any large organisation, whether in finance manufacturing, or government, will have a programme of IT projects to deliver, demanding specialists in managing project teams and handling resources. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER COURSE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES AFTER First, a Level 3 Diploma in Business, then move onto an HNC/HND in Business Management. Salaries start at around 17,000 for Business Development, Sales or Accounts Management roles, rising up to 35,000 after a few years with a range of opportunities in the professional and service industries. Customer Service is the foundation for so many business areas, from retail to personal finance so experience in Customer Service Management can take you into team management, business leadership or senior management. Salaries rise steeply for experienced IT Project Managers, while careers can progress into programme management and consultancy. Career paths can differ depending on the particular industry or sector, but the sales and business development functions of many organisations provide a proving ground for senior management while many entrepreneurs evolve from successful sales professionals

19 BUSINESS & IT AND LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Four GCSEs at A* to D, including Maths and English. Equipped with a Level 2 Diploma, you could progress onto Level 3 study (and then onto Higher Education), or go into an entry-level business role plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. Designed for ambitious people looking to evolve into business professionals, this subject offers a good understanding of a wide range of administrative functions and activities, while building communication skills and the performance levels vital in all sorts of office environments. 1 OR 2 YEARS LEVEL 3 SUBSIDIARY/90 CREDIT OR EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION After successfully completing the first year of study, you can leave the course with a subsidiary or 90 Credit Diploma, or continue onto a second year for the full Level 3 Extended Diploma. A Level 2 Diploma in Business Studies (or similar), or five GCSEs at A* to C, including Maths and English The Level 3 Diploma offers both a useful qualification for seeking a job in office or people management plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. + Higher fees for 24+ year olds (Student loans to pay fees are accessible for this age group see website for details.) * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices.

20 BUSINESS & IT AND LEVEL 2 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS BUSINESS A keen interest in Business is essential, plus four GCSEs at A* to D. The Level 2 Diploma provides everything you need to go onto the Level 3 Business Course plus and over. This is a guide cost see website for prices. A Diploma in Business offers a good start for anyone looking to evolve in the business, marketing or financial sectors providing an understanding of the principles of communication, recruitment and selection, creative products, international business and more. LEVEL 3 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS A Level 2 Diploma in Business Studies, or five GCSEs at A* to C, including Maths and English. While this is a useful qualification for seeking employment in a range of areas, it can also be a stepping stone toward our HNC/ HND in Business and toward specialising in Accounting, Human Resource Management, Marketing or Management plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. + Higher fees for 24+ year olds (Student loans to pay fees are accessible for this age group see website for details.) * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices

21 BUSINESS & IT AND PART LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN FIRST LINE MANAGEMENT CHARTERED MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE More and more businesses are looking to get better quality from their training budgets with a better return on their investment. These courses have been approved by the CMI, offering an assured standard that means students will be equipped with the kind of abilities and understanding to help them evolve into high-performing, high-value members of any team. Experience in a junior-level management role. This course has been designed to give supervisors and management professionals in the first years of their career a set of skills that builds on their experience with the communication skills and motivation to evolve in their career and perform for their employer plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. + Higher fees for 24+ year olds (Student loans to pay fees are accessible for this age group see website for details.) PART LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP Experience in a middle management role. This course bridges the gap between middle management and leadership roles, providing the core management skills such as managing resources, recruitment and information management paving the way for evolution into senior management. + 2,003. This is a guide cost see website for prices. * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices

22 BUSINESS & IT AND PART LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN HUMAN RESOURCES PRACTICE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF PERSONNEL AND DEVELOPMENT No business can grow and thrive without effective HR management. The CIPD works to set the standards for the profession and with these courses, offers the qualifications that provide a platform for a more successful and more rewarding career in the area. There are no formal entry requirements, but this is a specialist course for those with a particular interest in Human Resources Management. This Certificate provides a useful basis for the first steps in a successful HR career, while you can also move on to further your evolution with the CIPD Level 5 Diploma plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. + Higher fees for 24+ year olds (Student loans to pay fees are accessible for this age group see website for details.) 18 MONTHS PART LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN APPLIED HUMAN RESOURCES A Level 3 Human Resources qualification, or equivalent professional experience. Having completed a Level 5 Diploma, you will have the understanding of the principles of HR which employers value as well as the basis for further study of a CIPD Level 7 advanced qualification. + 3,700. This is a guide cost see website for prices. * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices

23 BUSINESS & IT AND HNC 18 MONTHS PART HND 2 YEARS HNC AND HND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT These Business Management courses provide an understanding of the practices and principles you ll need to build a successful career in business whether you re aiming to find a new role or find new success in your current role. You can choose to study from four key elements Accounting, Management, Marketing and Human Resources Management each of which provide key skills that employers value. Level 3 Diploma in Business, or equivalent. With an HNC or HND, you could go on to study for a degree at university, or look to turn your career path toward a specialised area of business. + HNC 3,600 plus 159 registration fees. HND is 7,200 plus 192 registration fees. This is a guide cost see website for prices. HNC UNITS YEAR 1 4 MANDATORY UNITS + Business Environment + Managing Financial Resources and Decisions + Organisations and Behaviour + Marketing Principles HNC UNITS YEAR 2 4 FURR MANDATORY UNITS + Business Strategy + Financial Accounting and Reporting + Advertising and Promotion in Business + Human Resource Management HND UNITS YEAR 1 6 MANDATORY UNITS + Business Environment + Managing Financial Resources and Decisions + Organisations and Behaviour + Marketing Principles + Managing Business Activity + Managing Communication, Knowledge and Information HND UNITS YEAR 2 6 FURR MANDATORY UNITS + Contract and Negligence for Business + Business Decision Making + Business Strategy + Personal and Professional Development + Research Project + Working with and Leading People You will also be expected to choose 2 option modules in both the first and second year. The options are chosen from the fields of Marketing, HRM and Accounting

24 BUSINESS & IT AND LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN COMPUTING COMPUTING Our Computing Diplomas offer the breadth of knowledge to get started in a career working with computers whether delving into a role as a Database Assistant, IT or Telecoms Technician, or moving into further study in order to specialise in Computer Engineering, Web Development or Software Development. A Level 1 Diploma in Computing or four GCSEs at A* to D. With the Level 2 Diploma accomplished, you will be equipped to take on a variety of entry-level roles in the IT industry, or you could continue your evolution with the Level 3 qualification plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER GAMING The computer games industry is at the cutting edge of the sector so this course is designed to suit, with a qualification that covers the areas of understanding vital for evolving in the industry, from event driven programming and website development to e-commerce, human computer interface and computer animation. 46 A Level 2 Diploma in Computing or five GCSEs at A* to C. While this diploma offers the grounding for a variety of entrylevel roles in games development, web development and animation, you could also continue your evolution with Lakes on an HNC/HND course, or go onto University-level study elsewhere plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. + Higher fees for 24+ year olds (Student loans to pay fees are accessible for this age group see website for details.) * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices.

25 BUSINESS & IT AND LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA PRODUCTION CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA PRODUCTION A Level 1 Diploma in Art & Design or Computing, or four GCSEs at A* to D. The Level 2 Diploma provides everything you need to progress onto the Level 3 Creative Digital Media course plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. This is a great first step for a career in the digital media industry, letting you learn about how to engage with both audiences and employers including the chance to plan and pitch a digital media project. LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA PRODUCTION You will need to have a portfolio of digital media artwork you can show at interview as well as a Level 2 Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production or five GCSEs at Grades A* to C, including English. The Level 3 Diploma opens the doors to a range of possibilities, with roles in Animation, Advertising, Film, Gaming, Fashion, Cultural Heritage, TV or even Construction. Alternatively, you could continue your evolution with an HNC/HND in Computing Systems and Development at Lakes, or at university plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. + Higher fees for 24+ year olds (Student loans to pay fees are accessible for this age group see website for details.) * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices

26 BUSINESS & IT AND LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN MULDIA MULDIA AND SOFTWARE This is the area where users and systems meet with the media and applications that people use and experience every day. As such, this subject builds on practical computing skills to develop an understanding and range of skills in subjects including human computer interaction, animation, web development, and computer systems and networks. A Level 1 Diploma in Computing or four GCSEs at A* to D. This course offers a good range of skills that employers in the IT industry look for but also provides the foundation for a Level 3 Diploma if you opt to continue your evolution with Lakes plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN MULDIA & SOFTWARE A good grade on a Level 2 Diploma in Computing or five GCSEs at A* to C. You could build on the Level 3 Diploma with an HNC/HND in Computing and Systems, but the qualification also provides the skills you ll need for a range of role in games development, web development and animation plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. + Higher fees for 24+ year olds (Student loans to pay fees are accessible for this age group see website for details.) * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices

27 BUSINESS & IT AND LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN SOFTWARE AND NETWORKING SOFTWARE AND NETWORKING A Level 1 Diploma in Computing or four GCSEs at A* to D. This diploma offers a range of skills that will equip you for an entry-level role in the IT industry, or you can continue learning at Lakes, with the Level 3 Diploma plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. Focusing on the practical elements of Information Technology where businesses need support, this area covers a range of key topics, including software systems development, computer networks, computer security in practice and website development. 1 OR 2 YEARS LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN NETWORKING A Level 2 Diploma in Computing or at least five GCSEs at Grades A* to C. This qualification offers all sorts of opportunities to evolve, whether you continue your academic progress with an HNC/HND in Computing and Systems Development or at University or you start a career as a Database Assistant, IT Technician, Computer Engineer or Software Professional, to name but a few plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. + Higher fees for 24+ year olds (Student loans to pay fees are accessible for this age group see website for details.) * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices

28 BUSINESS & IT AND LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Building on basic experience of working with computers, this course offers practical skills needed to evolve into a range of roles covering the fundamentals, from Technology Systems and Computer Networks to Website Development and Mobile App Development. UNIVERSITY LEVEL COMPUTING AND SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT With the skills and knowledge these courses provide, you can accelerate your evolution in the computing and IT sector whether you re starting out and want to take a strong first step or you re a professional and you want to make a big step up. There are four pathways to follow programming, networking, general and multimedia which all provide the relevant, practical experience that employers seek. Level 1 Diploma in Computing or four GCSEs at A* to D. This qualification could help you apply for a entry-level roles, such as a Computer Engineer, Database Assistant, Telecoms Technician, Network Engineer or more but could also lead on to study a Level 3 Diploma plus year olds. This is a guide cost see website for prices. 18 MONTHS PART HNC COMPUTING AND SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT + A Level 3 Diploma in IT or Computing OR: A relevant A Level at grade B, or several A Levels at A* to C. OR: four GCSEs at A* to C, including English and Maths. + Mature learners with relevant professional experience will also be welcome. With completion of the HNC, you can choose to progress to the HND with Lakes, while you ll also be well equipped for a range of job opportunities in the IT and computing sectors. + 3,600 This is a guide cost see website for prices. * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices

29 BUSINESS & IT HND COMPUTING AND SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT + A Level 3 Diploma in IT or Computing OR: A relevant A Level at grade B, or several A Levels at A* to C. OR: Four GCSEs at A* to C, including English and Maths. + Mature learners with relevant professional experience will also be welcome. Once you ve achieved an HND you can continue your academic evolution by completing the final year of a degree at a university although the qualification will open a variety of doors for a career in IT or computing. 3,600 This is a guide cost see website for prices

30 BUSINESS & IT BUSINESS APPRENTICESHIPS LEVEL 2 YOU CAN DO + Accounting + Advice and Guidance + Business Administration + Business Software Applications (ITQ) + Customer Service + Technical Computing + Retail + Team Leading + Warehousing and Storage BUSINESS APPRENTICESHIPS LEVEL 3 YOU CAN DO + Accounting + Business Administration + Business Software Applications (ITQ) + Technical Computing + Customer Service + Management + Retail BUSINESS APPRENTICESHIPS LEVELS 4 & 5 YOU CAN DO + Accounting + Business Administration + Technical Computing + Human Resource Management 58 59

31 CONSTRUCTION & BUILT ENVIRONMENT The construction industry across the UK is enjoying a resurgence following a difficult few years. The two biggest areas for growth are house building and the nuclear industry. Of course, careers in the Built Environment aren t all based on the site of major projects with skilled tradesmen working in homes, offices and factories, on smaller projects, installations and repairs. From groundwork to brickwork, from pipes to wires to wood, there s a huge variety of areas for your evolution in the industry with salaries starting at around 13,000 for labouring, rising to 40,000 and more for skilled electrical roles

32 CONSTRUCTION & BUILT ENVIRONMENT I WANT TO BE A 2.2M people work in the construction industry 36% of the construction workforce is self-employed There will be an estimated 182,000 new jobs in construction between RE S A HUGE VARIETY OF AREAS FOR YOUR EVOLUTION IN INDUSTRY. BUILDER COURSE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES AFTER Start off with Level 1 and 2 Diplomas in Brickwork, before moving onto either Brickwork or Construction and the Built Environment then continue with an HNC in Construction and the Built Environment or an apprenticeship. There is a growing need for construction professionals in the area, whether as part of small independent firms or larger construction groups with salaries starting at around 14,000 and rising to 20,000 within a few years. ELECTRICIAN COURSE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES AFTER Work your way through the Diplomas in Electrical Installation at Levels 1 to 3 which give you basis for seeking onsite experience as an Apprentice. There are a large number of electricians and electrical fitters employed in the area, with a growing demand projected over the coming years. Fully qualified electricians earn around 19,000 rising to 28,000 with experience. CIVIL ENGINEER COURSE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES AFTER Start off with a Level 2 Diploma in Construction Operations, before progressing with a Level 3 Diploma and HNC in Construction and the Built Environment. Employment figures in civil engineering in West Cumbria are expected to be steady over the next few years. Salaries for fully qualified Civil Engineers is around 18,000, which rises to an average of 28,000 with experience. A career in traditional building can evolve in terms of both complexity and responsibility (in other words, becoming a specialist, or progressing to a supervisory position), while many in the industry start their own businesses. While many Electricians are self-employed, there are also opportunities for progression within the larger construction groups or you could move into Electrical Engineering with further study. Having achieved professional status (either chartered or incorporated), you can look to progress within a construction or engineering organisation whether taking on greater levels of responsibility, or specialising in areas like maritime civil engineering, environmental engineering or even earthquake engineering

33 CONSTRUCTION & BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA IN BRICKWORK BRICKWORK Providing an excellent start for those who want to evolve in traditional building, this programme is built on practical foundations with some classroom work offering an insight into the principles of the construction industry, mixed with hands-on skills development in our Construction Skills Centre. While we help our students arrange work experience placements, we also use competition as a way to gain vital experience and have even hosted the country s largest multi-trade competition for students and apprentices from across the North of England. Four GCSEs at grade G or better. You can build on the skills learned on this course by moving onto the Level 2 Diploma in Brickwork * plus 95 over 18s. + Please note that you may be expected to purchase PPE (Personal Protection Equipment.) LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN BRICKWORK A Level 1 Diploma in Brickwork or five GCSEs at grade D or better, or equivalent. Having completed the Level 2 Diploma, you can continue your studies at Level 3, either through more full-time study or on an Apprenticeship * plus 95 over 18s. + Please note that you may be expected to purchase PPE (Personal Protection Equipment.) * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices

34 CONSTRUCTION & BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND CONSTRUCTION AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT These courses offer a range of skills and topics key for the kind of career paths that lie between engineering and construction like civil engineers or site managers. As such, they cover a diverse range of subjects, from sustainable construction and technology, to mathematics, science and materials in construction and the built environment. LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN CONSTRUCTION AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT A Level 2 Diploma in a construction-related subject or five GCSEs at grade A* to C. Once you ve completed your Level 3 qualification, you can continue your journey at Lakes with our HNC/HND in Construction and the Built Environment or make a start in your career with an entry level role in the industry * plus year olds. + The fees for over 24s will be higher please see website for details. + Please note that you may be expected to purchase PPE (Personal Protection Equipment.) LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS This course provides a valuable set of practical construction skills, with a particular emphasis on groundwork operations including digging drainage, laying curbs, channels and pavements. Four GCSEs at grade A* to D, or equivalent. With a good set of practical skills, you ll be ready to move onto an entry-level career particularly with groundwork at Sellafield set to peak in the next few years. You could also choose to continue your evolution with a Level 3 Diploma in the Built Environment either full time or on an Apprenticeship * plus 95 over 18s. + Please note that you may be expected to purchase PPE (Personal Protection Equipment.) HNC IN CONSTRUCTION AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT With a work-related programme of studies with a particular emphasis on civil engineering skills and knowledge, from design principles and building materials to environmental impact and applied mathematics. You ll also have the chance to shape the direction of your evolution with a choice of specialist units. A good pass on the Level 3 in the Built Environment or at least one A Level in a relevant subject. The HNC in Construction and Built Environment not only provides a set of skills and knowledge which employers look for in a new recruit, but is also recognised by professionals bodies like CIOB and RICS. + 3,600* plus year olds. + Please note that you may be expected to purchase PPE (Personal Protection Equipment.) * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices.

35 CONSTRUCTION & BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Whether you re looking to a future in domestic or industrial electrical work, this programme of courses offers an introduction to the practical skills and principles vital for a successful career. Whether you choose to complete your studies with Lakes through full-time study or as an Apprentice, you will need to be employed before you can complete the final level of qualifications, which would allow you to start your own business. Please note, if you re looking for a future in electrical engineering which is the design and maintenance of industrial electrical equipment and feeds please look at our Engineering & Science courses. LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION A Level 1 Diploma, either in Construction Skills or Electrical Installation or four GCSEs at grade D or better, including English. Once you have completed the Level 2 qualification, you can move onto our Level 3 Diploma, or take on an Advanced Electrical Installation Apprenticeship once you ve found a suitable job in the industry * plus 95 over 18s. + Please note that you may be expected to purchase PPE (Personal Protection Equipment.) LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Four GCSEs at grade G or better. Having developed essential practical skills and knowledge at Level 1, you ll be ready to move on to Level 2 whether with further full time study or on an Apprenticeship * plus 95 over 18s. + Please note that you may be expected to purchase PPE (Personal Protection Equipment.) A Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation or five GCSEs at grades A* to C. With the Level 3 Diploma, your studies are almost complete but you ll need on-site experience before you can gain your full NVQ and AM2 assessment which are vital for working in the industry * plus year olds. + The fees for over 24s will be higher. Please see website for details. + Please note that you may be expected to purchase PPE (Personal Protection Equipment.) * This is a guide price only. Please check the website for up to date prices

36 CONSTRUCTION & BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA IN JOINERY This course offers an introduction to the basics of carpentry and joinery, with practical skills like creating joints, working with relevant tools, installing ironmongery, frames, linings and side hung doors, as well as highlighting the importance of health & safety. GCSEs at grade G or better. Once you ve achieved the Level 1 Diploma, you can build on your skills at Level 2 whether in Bench Joinery or Site Carpentry * plus 95 over 18s. + Please note that you may be expected to purchase PPE (Personal Protection Equipment.) LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN BENCH JOINERY OR SITE CARP Studying joinery can take you down two routes: bench, which is the making of items such as furniture, or site which allows you to learn the first and second fix skills needed to build and renovate houses or commercial buildings. A Level 1 Diploma in Joinery or Construction Skills or four GCSEs at grade D or better, including English. With a Level 2 Diploma, you ll have the skills to build on with a Level 3 Apprenticeship a great first step into a career in either Bench Joinery or Site Carpentry * plus 95 over 18s. + Please note that you may be expected to purchase PPE (Personal Protection Equipment.) 70 71