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1 Adult Learning Courses Autumn 2012 Friendly tutors High quality learning Fun, lively courses Achieve qualifications Help to find work Support your child s learning Working in partnership

2 Index page Introduction 3 Computer and ICT courses 6 Preparing for work and personal development 16 Family learning courses 21 Maths courses and assessments 27 English/literacy courses and assessments 28 Dyslexia support 29 ESOL courses and assessments 30 Adults supported learning courses 32 Hairdressing and beauty therapy 34 Childcare, youth work, play work, teaching assistants 36 Health and social care 39 Counselling and advice and guidance 40 Business, accounting and retail courses 42 Venue information 43 City and Islington College information 52 2

3 About the courses Every year Islington Council offer many free adult and family learning courses across our Adult and Community Learning (ACL) Centres in Islington. We have now joined up with City and Islington College to offer an even greater selection of courses, providing better opportunities for you to develop your skills, gain confidence, get a job or prepare for further education. Courses delivered at ACL learning centres remain free, but there are now additional free and low cost courses offered by the College. Who are the courses for? Our ACL courses are free for Islington residents or parents with children in Islington schools. You must be 19 or over, unemployed, or low-waged and receiving benefits to qualify. College courses are open to everyone. Many are free for those in receipt of Job Seeker s Allowance or unemployed on benefits and where fees apply you may be eligible for financial support. See page 54 for more information. How to sign up Come along to one of the open enrolment days at the beginning of term. They are a great opportunity to enrol or speak to our experienced and friendly staff about which course is right for you. ACL enrolment days are on Tuesday 11, Wednesday 12 and Thursday of September from 9.30am to 4pm at: Hargrave Park Learning Centre 3 Corners Learning Centre Arsenal Red Zone Learning Centre First Steps Learning Centre City and Islington College enrolment days run from Tuesday 28 August to Friday 7 September. To enrol onto a course you will need to go the Centre where your chosen course is run. For full details of enrolment s, times and venues, see page 53. 3

4 Information, advice, guidance and progression As part of your course you will receive ongoing support to help you achieve your learning goals, we will also help you to explore opportunities for further training and education or how to move into paid or voluntary work. Parents of 0-4 year olds also have access to the Islington Working for Parents team who can work with you to help you secure employment either now or in the near future. Childcare Some courses offer childcare services, this depends on the venue and the course. Contact the venue for more details, or refer to the course or college information section in this guide. Using this guide This guide provides details of both ACL centre courses and college courses. It is split down in sections to help you find exactly what you are looking for. Highlights include: learning English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) everyday English and maths GCSE English and maths computer skills supporting children s learning skills for employment vocational courses in business and retail, hair and beauty, child care, health care and counselling supported learning for students with learning difficulties and disabilities and much more! Each section provides course details, including a description, s and 4

5 times, location and any additional joining instructions. The fee column indicates the charge for certain college courses and a full list of venues and further information on college courses are also available later on in this guide pages If you miss the enrolment days you can contact the venue directly so they can advise on course availability. It is best to sign up as early as possible to ensure you get a place, but enrolment on some courses continues throughout the term. Further information If you have any queries about any of the courses in this guide or would like to discuss your learning needs with one of our advisors: For ACL courses please call the venue where the course is being delivered or the Islington Adult and Community Learning team on For City and Islington College courses call (lines open Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm and Friday 11am-5pm). Venue Key (S) South Islington (C) Central Islington (N) North Islington College venues: CLL Centre for Lifelong Learning CBAT Centre for Business, Arts and Technology HSCC Centre for Health, Social and Child Care For full details of venues see pages

6 Computer and ICT courses Drop-in sessions Drop in to this open and friendly session for support with your studies and information on the courses that would best suit your needs. Delivered in our IT suites. Open 17 Sep 26 Nov Mon 9.30am-12.30pm Free 3Corners (S) Open 18 Sep 27 Nov Tue am Free Arsenal (C) Open 18 Sep 27 Nov Tue 1-4pm Free First Steps (C) Open 19 Sep 28 Nov Wed 1-4pm Free Hargrave (N) Open 20 Sep 29 Nov Thu 11.30am-1.30pm Free Arsenal (C) Computers for beginners Learn the basics of using a computer to save and manage files and identify parts of the computer. Entry 1 18 Sep 16 Oct Tue 9.30am-12 noon Free Hargrave (N) Entry 1 20 Sep 18 Oct Thu 2-4pm Free North Library (N) Entry 1 21 Sep 19 Oct Fri 9.30am-12 noon Free 3Corners (S) Entry 1 24 Sep 22 Oct Mon 9.30am-12 noon Free Arsenal (C) Entry 1 27 Sep 29 Nov Thu 10am-12.30pm Free First Steps (C) Entry 1 17 Oct 21 Nov Wed 10am-12.30pm Free Arachne (N) Entry 1 TBC TBC Wed pm Free West Library (S) 6

7 Computer and ICT courses Computers for improvers This course is aimed at those who have basic computer skills and want to develop them further. Entry 1 8 Nov 6 Dec Thu 2-4pm Free North Library (N) Entry 2 18 Oct 22 Nov Thu 10am-12.30pm Free Arachne (N) Entry 2 5 Nov 3 Dec Mon 9.30am-12 noon Free Arsenal (C) Entry 2 6 Nov 4 Dec Tue 9.30am-12 noon Free Hargrave (N) Entry 2 9 Nov 7 Dec Fri 9.30am-12 noon Free 3Corners (S) Entry 2 TBC TBC Wed pm Free West Library (S) Introduction to word processing A basic introduction to using word processing software to format documents. Entry 3 26 Sep 23 Oct Tue 11.30am-1.30pm Free Arsenal (C) Entry 3 Various Various Free CLL (N) Word processing level 1 Use word processing software tools to format, present and produce documents Sep 27 Nov Tue 1-3pm Free Hargrave (N) 1 24 Sep 3 Dec Mon 1-3pm Free Arsenal (C) 1 Various Various Free CLL (N) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 7

8 Computer and ICT courses Word processing level 2 For learners that have completed the level 1 course and want to develop their skills further Sep 17 Dec Tue pm Free ICSC (S) & Fri ICT skills for the office This course will cover the IT skills needed to work in an office, including using a keyboard, creating documents and spreadsheets Sep 28 Nov Wed 9.30am-12 noon Free Hargrave (N) 1 20 Sep 29 Nov Thu am Free Arsenal (C) Introduction to spreadsheets A basic introduction to using spreadsheets for beginners. Entry 3 6 Nov 4 Dec Tue 11.30am-1.30pm Free Arsenal (C) 8

9 Computer and ICT courses Spreadsheet software Use spreadsheet software to perform calculations and present information using charts and graphs. Entry 3 Various Various Free CLL (N) & level Sep 22 Nov Thu pm Free First Steps (C) Managing your money using Excel This course is aimed at those who have some basic computer skills and want to use Excel software to manage their money. Entry 3 19 Sep 24 Oct Wed 1-3pm Free 3Corners (S) Introduction to the Internet A basic introduction to using the Internet for beginners. Entry 3 17 Sep 15 Oct Mon 1-3pm Free 3Corners (S) Entry 3 21 Sep 12 Oct Fri 10am-12.30pm Free First Steps (C) Personalise/manage your own laptop Learn how to get the most from your laptop including how to troubleshoot a range of common problems. You will need a laptop installed with Windows 7 to join this course Sep 3 Dec Mon 2-5pm Free First Steps (C) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 9

10 Computer and ICT courses Functional skills ICT As a nationally recognised qualification, Functional ICT ensures that students have the practical skills in applying what they learn to everyday situations. The knowledge, skills and problem-solving approaches contained within each qualification provide tools that can be utilised in work, life and further learning. Entry 1, 2 & 3 10 Sep 25 Jan Various 2 hours per week, morning afternoon or evening Free CLL (N) Introduction to Word, spreadsheets and For learners with some ICT skills or those who have completed the beginners or improvers course. Entry 3 21 Sep 30 Nov Fri pm Free 3Corners (S) Introduction to digital cameras Learn how to use basic digital camera techniques and process photographs. Entry 3 5 Nov 3 Dec Mon 1-3pm Free 3Corners (S) Introduction to Photoshop Learn how to enhance your photographs and create exciting images using the industry standard image manipulation software. Entry 3 26 Sep 14 Nov Wed 10am-12.30pm Free First Steps (C) 10

11 Computer and ICT courses Illustrator plus Learn further skills in using Illustrator, the industry standard graphic design software. You need to have completed an introductory Illustrator course or have experience with this programme to join the course Sep 3 Dec Mon 10am-1pm Free First Steps (C) Design software Design short courses for those who wish to develop their skills in this area Sep 7 Nov Wed Morning Free CLL (N) unit Imaging software Imaging short courses for those who wish to develop their skills in this area. 1 7 Nov 9 Jan Wed Morning Free CLL (N) unit Multimedia software Multimedia short courses for those who wish to develop their skills in this area Sep 9 Nov Fri Morning Free CLL (N) unit *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 11

12 Computer and ICT courses Database software Learn how to use database software to create records and reports. Entry 3 Various Various Free CLL (N) & level Oct 7 Dec Tue & Fri 10am-12.30pm Free ICSC (S) Desktop publishing software Use desktop publishing software to combine and manipulate text, images and graphics for publications. Entry 3 Various Various Free CLL (N) & level Oct 10 Dec Mon & Thu 6-8pm Free ICSC (S) Presentation software Use presentation software to produce effective presentations. Entry 3 Various Various Free CLL (N) & level Sep 3 Dec Mon & Thu pm Free ICSC (S) 12

13 Computer and ICT courses City & Guilds qualifications These City & Guilds qualifications are suitable for anybody who uses IT, whether at home or work. With clear progression through the levels, learners can build on experience and skills developed right from the start. Course Start C&G award for IT users C&G certificate for IT users 7574 C&G certificate for IT users 7574 C&G certificate for IT users 1 14 Sep 1 10 Sep 2 10 Sep 3 11 Sep End 25 Jan 22 Jan 23 Jan 25 Jan Day Time Fee* Venue Fri Morning 270 CLL (N) Mon & Tue Mon & Wed Mon & Thu Morning 750 CLL (N) Morning 475 exam fee 74 Morning 750 exam fee 74 CLL (N) CLL (N) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you.

14 Computer and ICT courses BTEC Diploma in creative media production Learners who complete a BTEC level 2 Diploma in creative media production will obtain a qualification which will allow progression to further study, training, or employment and may help decisions on a career in the creative media sector. The technical and production units studied enable learners to start building the technical skills and knowledge relevant to an industry (or industries) in this sector Sep 25 Jun Mon & Tue TBC 1,390 CLL (N) Image, web and photography courses For those who wish to develop their skills in web design, media, ICT and photography. Course Start Image editing and painting with Adobe Photoshop (CS5) intensive introduction Web design introduction with Adobe Dreamweaver & Photoshop (CS5) Digital photography intensive introduction End Open Various Sat (2 days) Open Various Tue (10 weeks) Open Various Tue (10 weeks) Day Time Fee* Venue 10am- 4pm 65 CLL (N) 6-8pm 0 CLL (N) 6-8pm 0 CLL (N) 14

15 Computer and ICT courses Image, web and photography courses (continued) Course Start Digital photography intermediate Interactive websites introduction with Joomla WordPress Modx Web design with HTML5 End Open Various Tue (10 weeks) Open Various Wed (10 weeks) Open Various Sat (2 days) Day Time Fee* Venue 6-8pm 0 CLL (N) 6-8pm 0 CLL (N) 10am- 4pm 65 CLL (N) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 15

16 Preparing for work and personal development Employability support Drop in to this open and friendly session for support with writing your CV, filling in application forms and how to search and apply for jobs effectively. Also get support with your studies and information on the courses that would best suit your needs. Open 17 Sep 26 Nov Mon 9.30am-12.30pm Free 3Corners (S) Open 18 Sep 27 Nov Tue am Free Arsenal (C) Open 19 Sep 28 Nov Wed 1-4pm Free First Steps (C) Open 20 Sep 29 Nov Thu 11.30am-1.30pm Free Arsenal (C) Open 20 Sep 26 Nov Thu 9.30am-12.30pm Free Hargrave (N) Information, advice and guidance sessions These sessions are an opportunity for you to talk to an advisor on a one-to-one basis about any work or training needs that you may have. Open 17 Sep 26 Nov Mon 10am-12 noon Free 3Corners (S) Open 20 Sep 29 Nov Thu am Free Hargrave (N) Open 25 Sep 4 Dec Tue 2-5pm Free Arsenal (C) Job search: finding the right job This course will help you to explore different ways of finding the right job for you in today s competitive market, including searching and applying online. Entry 2 27 Sep 25 Oct Thu pm Free Arsenal (C) 16

17 Preparing for work and personal development Plan the career you want This course will help you to identify the resources that you can use to find out about careers. By the end of the course you will be able to recognise your qualities, skills, interests and achievements and show awareness of careers information resources. Entry 3 8 Nov 6 Dec Thu 9.30am-12 noon Free 3Corners (S) Interview skills Learn the skills and techniques you need to present yourself well and make the best impact at an interview. Appreciate the importance of being well prepared and learn how to give effective answers to straightforward interview questions. Entry 3 21 Sep 23 Nov Fri 10am-12.30pm Free First Steps (C) Entry 3 10 Oct 24 Oct Wed 9.30am-12.30pm Free Arsenal (C) Delaware interview training This course will help you to gain the necessary skills in preparing for an interview and can lead to a casual part-time catering job with Delaware North Companies on match-days and other events at the Emirates and other venues. Entry 3 Contact venue for details Free Arsenal (C) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 17

18 Preparing for work and personal development Presentation skills for work How do you come across when delivering a presentation at an interview? What is your body language saying about you? Are you projecting your voice well? Learn the skills and techniques you need to enable you to deliver the best presentations. Entry 3 8 Nov 6 Dec Thu pm Free Arsenal (C) Employability skills: introduction to sewing Would you like to create garments using your choice of fabric? In this course you will learn to lay your fabric, place your pattern, cut your fabric and sew your garment. You will also learn some basic pattern manipulation techniques to help you make clothing that is a perfect fit for you. Entry 3 1 Oct 10 Dec Mon 6-8pm Free Arachne (N) Employability skills: learn to type Typing is an essential skill for anyone using computers at work or to study. Complete beginners can learn to touch type from the start, and existing typists can increase speed and accuracy. You can learn at your own pace and print a certificate showing your speed and the progress you make. Entry 3 28 Sep 7 Dec Fri 12 noon-1.30pm Free Arsenal (C) Entry 3 1 Oct 3 Dec Mon 10am-12 noon Free Arachne (N) Self employment: setting up an ebay shop Learn about online selling and how to set up an ebay shop to potentially run your own business online. Entry 3 28 Sep 26 Oct Fri am Free Arsenal (C) 18

19 Preparing for work and personal development Self employment: design your business website Learn how to use free software to design and build your own business website. Entry 3 9 Nov 7 Dec Fri am Free Arsenal (C) First aid at work - 1 day course (accredited) This course will teach you how to manage everyday minor accidents. Learn how to treat an unconscious and breathing casualty and manage minor cuts, grazes, bleeding and burns. This course is accredited by the Health and Safety Executive. Open 21 Sep 21 Sep Fri 9.30am-3.30pm Free Arsenal (C) TBC TBC Introduction to food and nutrition (accredited) Learn about nutrition, how to cook a balanced diet for you and your family, plus make and eat some fabulous healthy food you ll want to try cooking at home. Entry 3 27 Sep 6 Dec Thu 9.30am-12.30pm Free Hargrave (N) Basic food hygiene (accredited) This course is for anyone with an interest in basic nutrition, hygiene and food skills. The course is intended to raise awareness of the importance of food hygiene while preparing food. You will achieve a level 1 award on successful completion of the course Sep 3 Oct Wed 9.30am-12.30pm Free Arsenal (C) 1 10 Dec 11 Dec Mon & Tue 9.30am-3pm Free Arsenal (C) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 19

20 Preparing for work and personal development Customer service skills (accredited) Understand the benefits of good customer service and the consequences of poor customer service. This course will also help you to understand the value of first impressions and the positive verbal and non-verbal interaction with customers Sep 28 Nov Wed 9.30am-12.30pm Free 3Corners (S) Certificate in customer service knowledge This qualification is suitable for anyone who is preparing for employment in a job that involves customer service and wishes to learn essential knowledge, understanding and skills at the same time as learning the job Sep 24 Jun Wed 9am-1pm 385 HSCC (N) 20

21 Family learning courses Keeping up with children s literacy: year 1 Learn how children are taught English at school in year 1, make games and activities to support children s learning at home and improve your own skills. Open 26 Sep 24 Oct Wed am Free Pakeman Primary School (N) Keeping up with children s literacy and maths: year 1 and 2 Learn how children are taught English and maths at school in year 1 and 2, make games and activities to support children s learning at home and improve your own skills. Open 5 Nov 10 Dec Mon pm Free Pooles Park Primary (N) Family literacy Improve your everyday reading and writing skills and learn how you can use new skills and knowledge to support children s education. Open Contact Hargrave Park for details Free Grafton Primary (N) Entry 2 to 3 28 Sep 7 Dec Fri TBC Free Copenhagen Primary (S) Playing with language Improve your everyday reading and writing skills and learn how you can use new skills and knowledge to support children s education. Open 8 Nov Dec Thu am Free Robert Blair Primary (C) Open Contact 3Corners for details Free Hugh Myddelton (S) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 21

22 Family learning courses Stories, songs and rhymes Gain confidence in reading stories and learn new songs and rhymes. Also learn how to make props and games to go with these stories, songs and rhymes. Open 7 Nov 12 Dec Wed am Free Bemerton Children's Centre (S) Keeping up with children s maths: year 1 Learn how children are taught maths at school in year 1, make games and activities to support children s learning at home and improve your own skills. Open 7 Nov 5 Dec Wed am Free Pakeman Primary School (N) Keeping up with children s maths: year 1 and 2 Learn how children are taught maths at school in year 1 and 2, make games and activities to support children s learning at home and improve your own skills. Crèche provided. Open 17 Sep 26 Nov Mon 9-11am Free Christ the King Primary (N) Keeping up with children s maths: year 2, 3 and year 4 Learn how children are taught maths at school in year 2, 3 and 4, make games and activities to support children s learning at home and improve your own skills. Open 27 Sep 25 Oct Thu 9-11am Free Sacred Heart Primary (C) 22

23 Family learning courses Keeping up with children s maths: year 3 and 4 Learn how your child is taught maths at school in year 3 and 4, create games and activities to support children s learning at home, and improve your own skills. Six week course. Crèche provided. Open Contact 3Corners for details Free Hugh Myddelton (S) Computers for parents Learn the basics of using a computer, word processing, internet and to support children s learning. Crèche provided. Open 17 Sep 22 Oct Mon am Free Hargrave (N) Open 18 Sep 27 Nov Tue 10am-12 noon Free 3Corners (S) Online safety for parents Support your children enjoying and exploring the Internet safely. Crèche provided. Open 5 Nov 3 Dec Tue am Free Hargrave (N) ESOL with computers A weekly class for parents to help you use computers to improve your reading, writing and spoken english and support your children s learning. Crèche provided. Entry 1 to 3 20 Sep 29 Nov Thu 9am-12 noon Free Duncombe Primary School (N) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 23

24 Family learning courses After school workshop for families These workshops are for parents/carers and children to work together on computers and complete a variety of creative projects. Open 25 Sep 23 Oct Tue pm Free 3Corners (S) After school maths club For parents and primary age children. Learn how your child is taught maths at school and do practical fun activities to support their maths. Open 24 Sep 3 Dec Mon pm Free Hargrave (N) Introduction to childcare This course is for Entry 2 and 3 ESOL learners who are thinking of working in childcare with under fives or who want to support their own children s learning. Entry 2 19 Sep 28 Nov Wed pm Free First Steps (C) to 3 1 award in working with children An introduction to working with children in an under fives setting. Learn how to create safe, inclusive environments and create activities to support children s learning. You will need to arrange a 15 hour work placement for this course and also have an enhanced CRB check. Crèche provided Sep 10 Dec Mon 9.30am-12.30pm Free Hargrave (N) 24

25 Family learning courses Supporting children in nursery and reception Introduction to working with children under six. Learn about child development in the Early Years Foundation Stage and create activities to support children s learning. Crèche provided. Entry 3 to level 1 25 Sep 4 Dec Tue 9.45am-12.15pm Free Montem Primary (N) Preparing to work with children in schools Gain confidence in volunteering in a nursery or primary school. Develop skills in listening to children and creating activities to support children s learning. Crèche provided. Invlove ts course on Thursday 27 September at 10am - 1pm. 1 2 Oct 11 Dec Tue 10am-1pm Free Parent House (S) Volunteering with children Identify your long and short-term goals for volunteering and the steps necessary to become a volunteer. Research current voluntary positions available within childcare settings and get help with applying for a position. Entry 3 to level 1 18 Nov Dec Thu 10am-12 noon Free Parent House (S) How schools work Understand the modern British school system and learn how to support your children s learning. Crèche provided. Open 27 Sep 6 Dec Thu am Free Moreland Children's Centre (S) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 25

26 Family learning courses Family workshop Family workshop creating Christmas decorations. Open 1 Dec 1 Dec Sat 11am-1pm Free 3Corners (S) Family fun session Come along and join this fun session and see what the musuem has to offer your family. Open 21 Oct 21 Oct Sun 11am-1pm Free Museum of London (S) Open 21 Oct 21 Oct Sun 2-4pm Free Museum of London (S) Sewing for your family 1 Learn machine and hand stitching skills to make and repair things and share with your family. Open 27 Sep 25 Oct Thu 10am-1pm Free 3Corners (S) Sewing for your family 2 Progress your machine and hand stitching skills to make and repair things and share with your family. Open 8 Nov 6 Dec Thu 10am-1pm Free 3Corners (S) 26

27 Maths courses and assessments Do you want to brush up on your maths skills, feel more confident managing your money or helping your children, as well as helping your employment prospects? We offer a range of different level courses which allow you to develop your maths skills, work with money, calculate measurements, create graphs and more. s range from complete beginners to 2 (GCSE level). As well as GCSE courses for adults the College provides a course for year olds who have recently achieved a good grade D and there is also a Maths GCSE re-sit evening course that runs from September until January for students who have recently achieved a grade D. To join any of our courses you must come along to a free assessment session first where friendly tutors will check your level and advise which course is right for you. For ACL courses attend Arsenal or 3Corners and for college courses attend the N4 library to be assessed. Maths assessments Start End Day Time Venue 11 Sep Ongoing Tue am, pm N4 library (next door to CLL) 12 Sep Ongoing Wed pm N4 library (next door to CLL) 18 Sep 4 Dec Tue 11.30am-12 noon 3Corners (S) 18 Sep 4 Dec Tue 2-3pm Arsenal (C) Maths courses Course name Maths Maths GCSE- Maths Entry to level 1 Entry to level 1 Start End Day Time Fee* Venue 10 Sep Jun Various Free CLL (N) 17 Sep Dec Various Free Various ACL 2 10 Sep Jun Various Free CLL (N) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 27

28 English/literacy courses and assessments Did you leave school without achieving your full potential? Do you want to return to education? If you want to improve your Basic Skills in English and develop your employment prospects, we have a range of courses to help you. Develop your literacy (practical English) reading, speaking, listening and writing skills from complete beginners to 2 (GCSE level). We offer a range of courses to suit your needs: English/literacy courses: that help you to improve your reading, spelling and writing Vocational courses: to prepare you for work and support your English, including an introduction to social care, child care and office administration Return to study: improve your basic skills before studying for a higher qualification Pre-access courses: to help you prepare for higher education if you don t already have the qualifications you need. You will study functional skills maths, GCSE English and a choice of subjects from business, health and social care and humanities GCSE English Language: as well as GCSE courses for adults we also provide a course for year olds who have recently achieved a good grade D To join any of our courses you must come along to a free assessment session first where friendly tutors will check your level and advise which course is right for you. For ACL courses attend Arsenal or 3Corners and for college courses attend the N4 library to be assessed. English/literacy assessments Start End Day Time Venue 11 Sep Ongoing Tue am, pm N4 library (next door to CLL) 12 Sep Ongoing Wed pm N4 library (next door to CLL) 17 Sep 3 Dec Thu 11.30am-12.30pm Arsenal (C) 17 Sep 26 Nov Mon 12 noon-1pm 3Corners (S) 28

29 English/literacy courses and assessments English/literacy courses Course name Start English/literacy English/literacy Vocational courses with English (child care, social care, business admin) Entry to level 1 Entry to level 1 Entry to level 1 Dyslexia Support End Day Time Fee* Venue 10 Sep Jun Various Free CLL (N) 17 Sep Dec Various Free Various ACL 10 Sep Jun Return to study 1 10 Sep Jun Pre-access Studies (business, health & social care, humanities) GCSE English Language 2 10 Sep Jun 2 10 Sep Jun Various Free CLL (N) Various Free CLL (N) Various Free CLL (N) Various Free CLL (N) Dyslexia support for work For learners with dyslexia. Come and learn some helpful spelling and reading strategies to support you. Entry 3 17 Sep 3 Dec Mon 10am-12 noon Free 3Corners (S) Entry 3 17 Sep 3 Dec Mon 1-3pm Free Hargrave (N) Entry 3 20 Sep 6 Dec Thu 1-3pm Free Arsenal (C) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 29

30 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses and assessments ESOL courses are for people whose first language is not English and are designed for students living permanently in the UK. Courses range from complete beginners to 2 (GCSE level). All courses teach the four skills listening, speaking, reading and writing. Citizenship is also covered at entry level and many courses include employability. Most students will take an exam (Trinity or Cambridge ESOL, Functional Skills), but the course teacher will advise you on this. There are also Contextualised ESOL courses that develop your English language skills for working in various occupational areas, for example in care, in the office or in schools. You must have a free assessment before you can enrol on an ESOL course. Our friendly tutors will check your level and advise which course is right for you. For ACL courses attend Arsenal, Hargrave, 3Corners or Parent House and for college courses attend CLL or CBAT to be assessed. You will need to bring your passport to make an appointment at CLL/CBAT for one of the college assessments. ESOL assessments Start End Day Time Venue 10 Sep Ongoing Various CLL (N) or CBAT (C) 18 Sep 5 Dec Tue 11am-12 noon 3Corners (S) and once a month at Parent House (S) 19 Sep 28 Nov Wed 11.30am-12.30pm Hargrave (N) 26 Sep 14 Dec Wed 12 noon-1pm Arsenal (C) 30

31 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses and assessments ESOL courses Course name ESOL for adults ESOL Entry 1 to 3 ESOL year olds ESOL contextualised Start End All levels 10 Sep Jun Day Time Fee* Venue Various, including Saturdays and evenings Free CLL (N) or CBAT (C) 17 Sep Dec Various Free Various ACL All levels 10 Sep Jun Entry 3 to level 1 10 Sep Jun Various Free CLL (N) Various Free CLL (N) or CBAT (C) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 31

32 Adults supported learning courses The supported learning courses are for adults with learning difficulties and/ or disabilities who are looking to access the world of work, full time or part time, paid or voluntary. Paths for life and work The paths for life and work courses offer a range of vocational pathways where students are encouraged to take part in practical activities to enhance their life and work skills. Literacy and numeracy are embedded in their learning. Course name Start Paths for life and work - gardening Paths for life and work - drama Paths for life and work - business and retail Paths for life and work - employability Organic café year 1 Organic café year 2 Entry 2 & 3 Entry 2 & 3 Entry 2 & 3 Entry 2 & 3 Entry 1 & 2 Entry 2 & 3 End 10 Sep 27 Jun 10 Sep 27 Jun 10 Sep 27 Jun 10 Sep 27 Jun 10 Sep 27 Jun 10 Sep 27 Jun Day Time Fee* Venue Weekdays Weekdays Weekdays Weekdays Weekdays Weekdays 9am- 5pm 9am- 5pm 9am- 5pm 9am- 5pm 9am- 7pm 9am- 7pm Free Free Free Free Free Free CLL (N) CLL (N) CLL (N) CLL (N) CLL (N) CLL (N) 32

33 Adults supported learning courses Catering courses The catering courses focus on developing catering skills so that students may progress into the catering and hospitality industry. There is a working café in the college, and the Organic café caters at various offsite venues. Course name Start Learning café year 1 Learning café year 2 Paths for life - life skills End Entry 3 10 Sep 27 Jun Entry 3 & level 1 10 Sep 27 Jun Entry 1 10 Sep 27 Jun Day Time Fee* Venue Weekdays Weekdays Weekdays 9am- 7pm 9am- 7pm 9am- 5pm Free Free Free CLL (N) CLL (N) CLL (N) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 33

34 Hairdressing and beauty therapy If you want to work in the hairdressing and beauty therapy industry, these qualifications are the ones for you. Practical teaching takes place in the college s Oasis Hair and Beauty Salons working on real clients. Visit for full details of what you will learn. Course name NVQ level 1 beauty therapy and ESOL NVQ level 2 beauty therapy NVQ level 3 beauty therapy NVQ level 2 diploma in hairdressing NVQ level 2 diploma in hairdressing combined hair types NVQ level 3 diploma in hairdressing 2 diploma in nail services Start End 1 12 Sep 26 Jun 2 10 Sep 24 Jun 3 11 Sep 25 Jun 2 11 Sep 25 Jun 2 10 Sep 24 Jun 3 10 Sep 24 Jun 2 Sep 28 Jun Day Time Fee* Venue Weekdays 1,480 (excluding uniform) Weekdays 1,520 (excluding uniform) Two evenings and 1 Sat Tuesdays plus other weekday(s) or evening Mon plus other day(s) or evening Mon plus other day(s) or evening Thu plus other day or evening 1,550 (excluding uniform) 1,535 (excluding uniform) 1,635 (excluding uniform) 1,575 (excluding uniform) 1,435 (excluding uniform) CLL (N) CLL (N) CLL (N) CLL (N) CLL (N) CLL (N) CLL (N) 34

35 Hairdressing and beauty therapy Course name 3 diploma in nail services Diploma in spa treatments ITEC diploma in massage ITEC diploma in massage ITEC diploma in sports massage ITEC diploma in fashion and specialised make-up 3 award in lash extensions 4 award in skin blemish removal 3 award in creative hair extensions Start End 3 10 Sep 28 Jun 3 12 Sep 20 Jun 3 22 Sep 9 Feb 3 26 Sep 26 Jun 4 2 Oct 25 Jun 3 19 Sep 3 Jul 3 17 Sep 3 Dec 4 18 Sep 4 Dec 3 19 Sep 5 Dec Day Time Fee* Venue Mon plus other day or evening Weekdays, various times 1,490 (excluding uniform) 1,550 (excluding uniform) CLL (N) CLL (N) Sat 9-5pm 850 CLL (N) Wed Evening 850 CLL (N) Tue Evening 800 CLL (N) Wed 9-5pm 1,830 CLL (N) TBC TBC 435 CLL (N) Sat 9-5pm 190 CLL (N) TBC TBC 360 CLL (N) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 35

36 Childcare, youth work, play work, teaching assistants If you want to work with children and/or young people, then these courses will give you the qualifications you need start a career in these fields, or upskill if you are already working in this area Course name Start CACHE award/ certificate in caring for a child/children CACHE diploma in caring for children CACHE award in an Introduction to early years settings HNC in advanced practice in work with children and families safeguarding the welfare of children and young people CACHE level 2 in supporting teaching and learning in schools Entry End 11 Sep 25 Jun 11 Sep 28 Jun 12 Sep Dec 26 Sep 20 Dec 20 Sep 29 Nov 10 Sep 6 May Day Time Fee* Venue Various 700 HSCC (N) Various daytimes 1,325 HSCC (N) Wed 9.30am- 2.30pm 205 HSCC (N) Thu 5-9pm 2,327 per year, plus registration fee Thu 4-8pm 150 including materials HSCC (N) HSCC (N) Various 745 HSCC (N) 36

37 Childcare, youth work, play work, teaching assistants Course name Start CACHE level 2 certificate for the children and young people's workforce 2 End 10 Sep 6 May Day Time Fee* Venue Various 1,070 HSCC (N) CACHE NVQ level 3 diploma for the children and young people's workforce 3 10 Sep 1 Jul Various 1,390 HSCC (N) Certificate in youth work practice 2 10 Sep 1 Jul Mon Evening 705 HSCC (N) Diploma in youth work practice 2 12 Sep 3 Jul Wed 9am-5pm 1,245 HSCC (N) Diploma in leadership for health and social care and children and young people's pervices (Edexcel) CACHE level 2 certificate in playwork Sep TBC Fri 10am- 1.15pm 28 Sep 24 Jun 2,946 HSCC (N) Fri 9am-1pm 770 HSCC (N) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 37

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39 Health and social care These health and social care level 2 and 3 qualifications enable those who are already working in the care field to upskill or for those who wish to enter the health and social care field to gain new skills and knowledge. You will study a range of topics including how to communicate to a range of people in a range of settings, how the body works, treating people with dignity and understanding individuals needs. Course name Start BTEC level 2 diploma in health and social care 2 End 10 Sep 27 Jun Day Time Fee* Venue 3 days plus 1 day placement 1,390 HSCC (N) BTEC level 2 certificate heath and social care 2 10 Sep 28 Jan 1 evening a week 300 HSCC (N) BTEC level 3 subsiduary diploma in health and social care 3 17 Sep 1 Jul Mon and Thu eve and some Saturdays 1,390 HSCC (N) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 39

40 Counselling and advice and guidance These counselling and advice and guidance courses offer you the opportunity for both professional and personal development. You will learn listening skills, more about relationships and how to manage anger, loss and bereavement. They are for people working in any setting which involves giving advice and guidance and who wish to develop and enhance their skills. Course name NCFE level 1 in interpersonal skills 1 award in substance misuse awareness NCFE 2 certificate in counselling skills CPCAB 3 certificate in counselling skills CPCAB NVQ 3 in advice and guidance NVQ 4 in advice and guidance Start 26 Sep 5 Nov 26 Sep 24 Sep 18 Sep 14 Sep End Day Time Fee* Venue 5 Dec Wed 1-4pm 120 HSCC (N) 26 Nov Mon pm Feb 11 Feb up to 35weeks up to 35weeks Wed 5-9pm and 5 Saturdays 10am- 4pm Mon 5-9pm and 5 Saturdays 80 HSCC (N) 360 HSCC (N) 360 HSCC (N) Various 550 HSCC (N) Fri TBC 1,275 including certification HSCC (N) 40

41 Counselling and advice and guidance Course name Start Diploma in careers guidance and development 4 diploma in therapeutic counselling year 1 5 diploma in psychotherapeutic counselling 6 CPCAB supervisors course Sep 27 Sep End Day Time Fee* Venue up to 35weeks Fri TBC 2,000 including certification 18 Jul Thursdays pm and 12 Saturdays 3 Oct 3 Jul Wednesdays 5-9pm and Saturdays 10am-4.30pm 16 Nov 29 Jun Fri 10am-5pm and 8 Saturdays 10am-4pm 1,900 per year HSCC (N) HSCC (N) 620 HSCC (N) 520 HSCC (N) *See page 2 - who are the courses for? To find out if a course is free for you. 41

42 Business, accounting & retail courses These courses will help you to improve your employment prospects and give you a nationally recognised qualification or provide a progression route for further study. Course name Start BTEC award in retail knowledge L1 BTEC certificate in retail knowledge L2 BTEC certificate in business administration L1 BTEC diploma in business L Sep 12 Sep 12 Sep 11 Sep End Day Time Fee* Venue 24 Jan 26 Jun 26 Jun 26 Jun Mon all day and Wed afternoon 205 CLL (N) Wed Morning 420 CLL (N) Thu Tue and Fri Morning or afternoon 420 CLL (N) Daytimes 1,512 CLL (N) Award in accounting (manual) 1 22 Sep Oct Sat TBC 90 CLL (N) Computerised accounting software L1 unit 1 unit 14 Sep TBC Fri afternoons for 5 weeks 60 CLL (N) Computerised accounting software L1 unit 1 unit 9 Nov TBC Wed afternoon for 5 weeks 60 CLL (N) Computerised accounts with Sage 1 unit 27 Sep 6 Dec Thu 6-8pm 0 CLL (N) 42

43 Venue information South Islington map (S) Caledonian Road & Barnsbury Rail Station Liverpool Road Essex Road Rail Station Essex Road Popham Rd Treaty Street 4 8 Pentonville Road Angel Underground Station Old Street Rail & Underground Station Farringdon Rail & Underground Station Corners Learning Centre Bemerton Children s Centre Cally Resource Centre Copenhagen Primary School Hugh Myddelton Primary School Islington Computer Skills Centre (Finsbury Library) Moreland Children s Centre Parent House Somali Speakers Women s Group West Library 43

44 r Central Islington map (C) Arsenal Underground Station 5 York Way Camden Road Hillmarton Road 8 3 Brewery Road Hornsey Road Holloway Road 9 Caledonian Road Underground Station Emirates Stadium Holloway Road Underground Station Liverpool Road 1 Drayton Park 4 Drayton Park Rail Station 2 St. Paul s Road Highbury G ove Grosvenor Avenue Cannonbury Rail Station 7 Highbury & Islington Rail & Underground Station 10 6 Mildmay Road Upper Street Arsenal Red Zone Learning Centre Canonbury Primary School City and Islington College Centre for Business Arts and Technology (CBAT) First Steps Learning Centre Hungerford Children s Centre Mildmay Community Centre 7 New River Green Children s Centre 8 Paradise Park Children s Centre 9 Robert Blair Primary School 10 The Factory Children s Centre 44

45 North Islington map (N) Hornsey Rise Hornsey Lane 8 Crouch Hill Archway 5 Junction Road 4 Upper Holloway 11 1 Holloway Road Hornsey Road Tollington Park 10 Finsbury Park 7 2 Seven Sisters Road Blackstock Road Tufnell Park Arachne Greek Cypriot Women s Group City and Islington College Centre for Lifelong Learning (CLL) City and Islington College Centre for Health Social and Child Care (HSCC) Duncombe Primary School Hargrave Park Learning Centre Islington Somali Community Margaret McMillan Children s Centre Montem Primary School North Islington Children s Centre North Library Pakeman Primary School Pooles Park Primary School 6 Hornsey Road Children s Centre 45

46 South Islington Venues (S) Venue 3Corners Learning Centre Bemerton Children s Centre Cally Resource Centre Copenhagen Primary School Hugh Myddelton Primary School Islington Computer Skills Centre (Finsbury Library) Moreland Children s Centre Parent House Somali Speakers Women s Group West Library Address Northampton Road EC1R OHU 1a Carnoustie Drive London N1 0DX 140 Copenhagen Street N1 0ST Treaty Street N1 0WF Myddelton Street EC1R 1YJ 245 St John Street EC1V 4NB Moreland Street EC1V 8BB 55 Calshot Street N1 9AS Jean Stokes Community Centre, Coatbridge House, Bemerton Estate N1 0DQ Bridgeman Road N1 1BD For more information on courses in the South area please contact the 3Corners Learning Centre cornerslearning@islington.gov.uk 46

47 Contact Name Telephone no Elaine Maffrett Reception Mohammed Hammoudan Reception Karen Jacobs Tracey Armes Jennifer Savage Linda Trew Mohamed Hammoudan John Calcott

48 Central Islington Venues (C) Venue Arsenal Red Zone Learning Centre Canonbury Primary School City and Islington College Centre for Business, Arts and Technology (CBAT) First Steps Learning Centre Hungerford Children s Centre Mildmay Community Centre New River Green Children s Centre Paradise Park Children s Centre Robert Blair Primary School The Factory Children s Centre Address Emirates Stadium (inside Arsenal Museum, opposite turnstile E Ashburton Triangle N5 1GB) Canonbury Road N1 2UT 444 Camden Road N7 0SP Islington Central Library, (Holloway Road Entrance), 2 Fieldway Crescent, London N5 1PF 249 Hungerford Road N7 9LF Woodville Road N16 8NA 23 Ramsay Walk N1 2SX 164 Mackenzie Rd N7 8SC Brewery Road N7 9QJ Matthias Road N16 8NP For more information on courses in the Central area please contact: Arsenal Red Zone Learning Centre (ACL) arsenalredzone@isonline.org City and Islington College Course Information Unit courseinfo@candi.ac.uk 48

49 Contact Name Telephone no Sandra Gaudan / Doreen Daniels Sara El-Janbey Course Information Unit Sinead Gannon / Sharon Hall Lisa Williams Teena Phillips Janet Tisson Kemi Lawal Renata Flavell Michelle Baker

50 North Islington Venues (N) Venue Address Arachne Greek Cypriot Women s Group -15 Hercules Street N7 6AT City and Islington College Centre for Lifelong Learning (CLL) City and Islington College Centre for Health, Social and Child Care (HSCC) Duncombe Primary School Hargrave Park Learning Centre Hornsey Road Children s Centre Islington Somali Community Margaret McMillan Children s Centre Montem Primary School North Islington Children s Centre North Library Pakeman Primary School Pooles Park Primary School Blackstock Road Finsbury Park N4 2DG The Marlborough Building 383 Holloway Road N7 0RN Sussex Way N19 4JA 51 Bredgar Road N19 5BS 8 Tiltman Place, Hornsey Road N7 7EN Seven Sisters Road N4 2DA Hornsey Rise N19 3SF Hornsey Road N7 7QT Tollington Park N4 3RB Manor Gardens N7 6JX Hornsey Road N7 6DU Lennox Road N4 3NW For more information on courses in the North area please contact: Hargrave Park Learning Centre (ACL) support@hargrave.islington.sch.uk City and Islington College Course Information Unit courseinfo@candi.ac.uk 50

51 Contact Name Telephone no Chrystalla Manti City and Islington College Course Information Unit Course Information Unit School Office Aldo Zeolla or Bola Reception Yusuf Ahmed Hannah Fitzgibbons Tammy Whyte Laura Stoodley Marcia Ludlow Kathie Martins Kathryn Klassnik

52 City and Islington College information As London s Leading College, we are the only college in London judged as Outstanding on every measure by Ofsted. As one of the country s most successful colleges we can offer you: extensive choice of courses flexibility in how and when you learn the highest quality teaching and support. We have strong partnerships with over 200 employers to ensure our courses are designed with real jobs in mind. Each year, thousands of adults successfully go onto further studies or employment after studying with us. Studying with us Support for learning We have a range of staff and resources to help you achieve your educational goals. From group tutorials and one-to-ones with your personal tutor to additional learning and disability support, we are here to help. There is a library at each of the main College sites, providing a range of resources, information services and open access IT facilities to support your studies. There are also dedicated areas for group work and silent study. Resources include books, journals and e-books as well as photocopying and printing facilities with your own quota of free printing. You can access PCs, Apple Macs, e-readers, ipod Touches, free WiFi, your own account and our Virtual Learning Environment, which enables you to access course materials and assignments online even when you re not at College. We deliver induction workshops to help you make the most of the resources and services available to you, and our staff are always available if you need any help. 52

53 Support for life Our advisers and counsellors can provide confidential and unbiased support on practical issues such as financial worries, studying while on benefits, accommodation and immigration issues. The College also has two nurseries, which provide limited places for students children aged two to five. Canteens and Organic Café Each of our Centres has an onsite canteen, serving a daily menu of hot and cold food, including healthy options. The canteen offers great value for money, including meals for under 2! How to enrol Attend an enrolment session from 28 August 7 September Come to the Centre where your chosen course is run. Dates and times for each Centre are given below. Enrolment for courses at the Centre for Health, Social and Child Care (HSCC): Tuesday 28 August, 12 7pm Wednesday 29 August and Thursday 30 August, 9.30am 7pm Friday 31 August, 9.30am 3pm Monday 3 September to Thursday 6 September, 9.30am 7pm Friday 7 September, 9.30am 3pm Enrolment for courses at the Centre for Lifelong Learning (CLL) or ESOL courses at the Centre for Business, Arts and Technology (CBAT): Thursday 30 August, 9.30am 7pm Friday 31 August, 9.30am 3pm Monday 3 September to Thursday 6 September, 9.30am 7pm Friday 7 September, 9.30am 3pm 53

54 To enrol onto a course at City and Islington College you will need to bring proof of your residency status, for example Passport or Travel Document, ARC card or Home Office Letter. For a free or reduced course fee, you will need to bring a letter (d within the last 6 months) that confirms any benefits that you are receiving. Can I get help with the cost of a College course? There are a number of factors that we take in to account when assessing your eligibility for a free or reduced course fee. These are: 1) your age 2) your nationality 3) your employment/benefit status 4) your current qualifications and the course you want to study. Your individual eligibility will be assessed by the College before you enrol. For more information, visit Further information For more information about any of our courses Contact the Course Information Unit: courseinfo@candi.ac.uk City and Islington College, The Marlborough Building, 383 Holloway Road, N7 0RN Opening Times: Monday to Thursday (9am-5pm) and Friday (11am-5pm) The College courses in this guide are run at one of our three College Centres: the Centre for Lifelong Learning (CLL), the Centre for Health, Social and Child Care (HSCC) and the Centre for Business, Arts and Technology (CBAT). Maps and full address details can be found in the Venue information section on pages