Adult Training & Skills 2016/17

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Welcome Welcome to the Bridgwater College Adult Training & Skills Guide 2016/17. As you will see when you look through the Guide, there is a wonderful range of courses available, which may help you to train for your work, to progress your career, to gain a new qualification, or to learn new skills and hobbies. As well as the variety of course subjects, there are also various levels for differing abilities, with different places and ways of delivery, so learning might not necessarily be at the College itself. If there is something you want to do which isn t included in this Guide, please contact us to discuss your requirements, as we can often arrange for courses to be run if there is demand we just need to know about it! Please also visit our website, as that is where our most up-to-date course information is published, with new courses which didn t make it in time for this Guide, or which are responding to demand throughout the year. For further information on any of our courses or training, you can come to our open events, contact our Information and Guidance team, or pop in to the College to speak with us. We look forward to meeting you!

Subject Listing Applying and Support...... 1 Diary Dates..........2 About Us........... 3 Facilities........... 4 Traineeships and Apprenticeships. 6 Levels and Listings....... 7 Access to Higher Education.. 8 Art, Design and Media.... 8 Animation.......... 8 Drawing........... 8 Jewellery........... 8 Photography......... 8 Textiles............8 Automotive......... 9 ATA Assessment........9 Automotive.......... 9 Body and Paint........ 9 Cycle and Motorcycle...... 9 Heavy Vehicle......... 9 Light Vehicle..........9 Motorsport..........9 Business, Administration, Professional and Management 10 Accountancy........ 10 Administration and Office Skills. 10 Business.......... 10 Human Resource Management. 10 Management......... 10 Retail............ 10 Teaching and Training..... 10 Civil Construction Engineering 12 Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS)....... 12 Health and Safety....... 12 Computing and Information Technology (IT)....... 13 Construction and Building Services.......... 14 Electrical Installation...... 14 Furniture.......... 14 Training in the Workplace... 14 Counselling and Personal Development....... 14 Customer Service, Information and Hospitality....... 15 Advice and Guidance..... 15 Customer Service and Hospitality 15 Security.......... 15 Early Years and Childcare.. 15 Engineering........ 16 Short Courses........ 16 Classroom Based....... 16 Higher Education....... 16 Training in the Workplace... 16 English, French, Maths and Science......... 17 English........... 17 English as a Foreign Language (EFL) 17 French........... 17 Maths........... 17 Science........... 17 Food and Drink....... 17 Hairdressing, Beauty and Complementary Therapies.. 18 Barbering.......... 18 Beauty........... 18 Complementary Therapies... 18 Hairdressing......... 18 Make-up.......... 18 Health and Safety...... 19 Fire............ 19 First Aid.......... 19 Managing and Working Safely.. 19 Health and Social Care... 19 Land-based Studies..... 20 Agriculture......... 20 Animal Management..... 20 Arboriculture........ 20 Countryside and Environmental Management.. 20 Equine........... 21 Fisheries.......... 21 Floristry.......... 21 Horticulture, Gardening and Landscape Design...... 21 Pesticides.......... 21 Music and Performing Arts.. 22 Music........... 22 Music Technology...... 22 Production Arts....... 22 Dance........... 22 Nuclear.......... 22 Short Courses........ 22 Training in the Workplace... 22 Sport and Public Services.. 23 Sport........... 23 Public Services........ 23 Finance........... 24 A - Z Guide......... 28 Applying and Support We look forward to meeting you at Bridgwater College, and are here to support you and to let you know the options, opportunities and support available to you as a student. Our Information and Guidance team offers an impartial, confidential service to help you decide which type or level of course is most appropriate for you. Our Student Support team offers guidance on funding, health and wellbeing, and support for those with learning difficulties and disabilities. To join one of our courses, call the Information and Guidance team on 01278 441234 or visit our website and follow the links on the course information page. Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234. 3

Diary Dates Open Evening for Everyone For further information or to enrol* on your chosen course, you are invited to attend our Open Evening for Everyone on Wednesday 8 June 2016 from 6pm to 8pm at our main site on Bath Road, Bridgwater. You will be able to view our fantastic facilities, ask staff questions about courses, tour our College and enrol* on a course. Many of our courses are very popular and fill up quickly, so we strongly recommend that you enrol as soon as you can to secure your place. If you are required to pay fees for your enrolment you will have to either pay the full fee or the first payment (if paying by instalments) when you enrol. If you are claiming a fee remission you will be required to sign the appropriate declaration on the enrolment form. * Enrolment for School Leaver and Higher Education programmes will take place on a different date; you will be notified of this once you have submitted a successful application. College Calendar 2016/2017 Autumn term Starts: Monday 5 September 2016 Half Term: Monday 24 October Friday 28 October 2016 Ends: Thursday 15 December 2016 Spring term Starts: Tuesday 3 January 2017 Half Term: Monday 13 February Friday 17 February 2017 Ends: Friday 31 March 2017 Summer term Starts: Tuesday 18 April 2017 Half Term: Monday 29 May Friday 2 June 2017 Ends: Friday 30 June 2017 Please note: There are no classes scheduled to take place at the Bridgwater Centre on the evenings of 13 October 2016, 23 November 2016, 17 January 2017, 9 March 2017, or 14 June 2017 because our Open Evenings are taking place on these dates. 4 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234.

About Us Bridgwater College is a dynamic, forward-thinking community of over 20,000 students and staff, with high achievements and a host of prestigious awards, being named FE College of the Year 2016 by the Times Educational Supplement (TES). Awarded Outstanding status in the last Ofsted inspection, Bridgwater College has also received 14 Association of Colleges (AOC) National Beacon Awards as well as prestigious accolades for its work with employers, including a highly prestigious Queen s Anniversary Prize. As a provider of Higher Education (Degree-level) courses, the College also has strong links with partner universities, including: Oxford Brookes University; Plymouth University; the University of the West of England. Teaching and training is delivered throughout the College s centres, at community locations, and in the workplace. The College s excellent facilities and resources mean that we have the widest curriculum of any college or training provider in the area. To find out more about the College, visit our website: www.bridgwater.ac.uk or see the Facilities pages in this Guide. Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234. 5

Facilities Conference Facilities As well as our main Centre in Bridgwater, we have specialist centres and facilities across the region, providing teaching and training in a variety of courses. We also offer training and assessment in the workplace, so there may be no need to attend the College itself. Substantial investment has been made to ensure the facilities we provide are of industry-standard with stateof-the-art equipment, giving you the best opportunities to learn and develop. Many of these facilities are open to the public, giving students valuable work experience in the business, but also benefitting the local community who have access to a range of services and facilities at discounted prices. As well as these dedicated facilities, the College also supports learners through its modern IT equipment and huge computer network, its IT Helpdesk, and multi-media services. There are also a number of eating outlets throughout the College s centres, which offer value-formoney food and refreshments, and a College shop which is ideal for drinks and snacks, cards, stationery, stamps etc. Energy Skills Centre Automotive Skills Centre Sports Zone Construction Skills Centre Childcare Centre The McMillan Theatre Construction Skills and Innovation Centre Hair & Beauty Zone 6 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234.

Cannington Golf Centre Land-based Centres Land-based areas of study include agriculture, animal care/management, animal conservation, arboriculture, countryside management, equine studies, fisheries management, floristry, horticulture, public services, sports, sports turf management and veterinary nursing. The College s Land-based Centres are in Cannington, Paignton and Yeovil, with 10 million having been invested in the Cannington Centre facilities which are now considered to be among the most exceptional in the South West. Cannington Equestrian Centre Animal Management Centre Agriculture Innovation Centre The Walled Gardens of Cannington Dog Grooming Salon Cannington Activity Centre Rodway Farm Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234. 7

Traineeships and Apprenticeships Traineeships Traineeships are short training programmes for young people who want to work in a specific industry and prepare for a future career, or progression to an Apprenticeship. Traineeships offer young people the chance to see if an Apprenticeship is the route for them, and employers the opportunity to take on an extra pair of hands at little or no cost, for a short period of time, with a view to seeing whether an Apprenticeship could work for their business. It is also an opportunity for employers to shape young people s training and experience, which will benefit the business, and provide those young people with skills and attributes which they can put to use in employment. Apprenticeships More and more young people are looking to Apprenticeships as their career route, and employers are keen to employ apprentices to fill specific skills gaps and adapt to new opportunities and technologies. An Apprenticeship is a training programme available at a number of levels, including and beyond Degree level - which operates in the workplace, where employees work alongside experienced staff to gain specific skills, whilst also receiving tuition from a training provider, such as Bridgwater College. Employability research conducted with 500 companies by ICM Research on behalf of the government, revealed that employers rate apprentices skills and experience way above candidates who have followed other career paths. MAISIE BEETON, Thales Bridgwater College Apprentice of the Year Award 8 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234.

Levels and Listings The following pages detail the courses available for learners for the academic year 2016/17. You will see as you read through the Guide, that alongside each of our courses there is a level and sometimes a symbol, to inform you of the level of qualification you will be studying, and whether the course is eligible for fee remission, reduced fees or a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan. E Entry Level programmes 1 courses, including NVQs, pre-apprenticeship programmes and others 2 GCSEs, NVQs, Diplomas, Certificates, other Level 2 programmes F2 Level 2 courses which qualify as a Legal Entitlement Qualification at Level 2 (see page 26 for more information) 3 NVQs, Certificates and Diplomas, other Level 3 programmes F3 Level 3 courses which qualify as a Legal Entitlement Qualification at Level 3 (see page 26 for more information) 4 Higher National Certificates (HNC), other Level 4 programmes 5 Foundation Degrees (FdA, Fd Eng, FdSc), Higher National Diplomas (HND), Professional Diplomas/Certificates, other Level 5 programmes 6 Bachelor of Science (BSc) Degrees, Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degrees 7 Postgraduate Diplomas/Certificates, Advanced Professional Diplomas/Certificates N/A Does not lead to a formal qualification There may be no course fees for eligible applicants. Terms and conditions apply. See page 24 for more information. This course is eligible for a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan. See page 25 for more information. We have taken care to ensure that the information in this Guide is as accurate as possible at the time of going to print, but occasionally changes need to be made. We therefore reserve the right to change any of the courses listed, any of the fees/eligibility quoted, and to cancel courses if insufficient numbers have enrolled. Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234. 9

ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION The Access Diploma is a fast-track course to give you the skills to gain a place at university, even if you have no existing qualifications and have not been in education for some time. Take out an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the Access fees and if you complete a university course, the Loan will be written off (subject to terms and conditions). Access to Higher Education Diploma Business Studies Access to Higher Education Diploma Computing Access to Higher Education Diploma Education Access to Higher Education Diploma Forensic Science Access to Higher Education Diploma Health and Social Care Access to Higher Education Diploma Humanities Access to Higher Education Diploma Journalism and Media Access to Higher Education Diploma Science Access to Higher Education Diploma Science and Engineering Access to Higher Education Diploma Social Science ART, DESIGN & MEDIA The art, design and media industry encompasses a diverse range of subjects. The programmes we offer provide you with the chance to explore a broad suite of creative arts including Jewellery, Drawing, Fine Art, Media, Photography and Textiles to name but a few. ANIMATION Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production (Year 1 of 2) Extended Diploma in Digital Media Design (Year 1 of 2) Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Media Level 3 DRAWING Introduction to Drawing Developing Drawing Life Drawing JEWELLERY Jewellery PHOTOGRAPHY Basic Digital Photography Photography Diploma Advanced Diploma in Photography Level 3 Alternative Processes one day course Photoshop for Beginners Photoshop Intermediate Level 2 Studio Lighting for Fashion and Portraiture TEXTILES Get to know your Sewing Machine Basic Sewing Machine Skills Intermediate Sewing Machine Skills Creative Sewing Machine Techniques Dressmaking Advanced Dressmaking Drum Lampshade Making Vintage/Shabby Chic Textiles I came to the adult learning evening classes to learn more about my Digital SLR camera and fell in love with learning again. My experience keeps getting better and better and I m achieving goals that I never thought were possible. The teaching staff and facilities are second to none. I m really glad I chose Bridgwater College and I m now looking forward to the future. Base Gamble Photography 10 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234

AUTOMOTIVE We have invested heavily in our Automotive provision, with a dedicated training centre in Wylds Road, Bridgwater supplementing the excellent facilities already available within the College. The College holds many awards as a result of its excellent automotive training, and is also a long-standing training provider to Ford Motor Company and delivery partner for Oxford Brookes University. ATA ASSESSMENT ATA Senior Fitter (MET) Familiarisation ATA Assessment Senior Fitter (MET) Technician ATA Senior Paint Familiarisation ATA Assessment Senior Paint Technician ATA Senior Panel Familiarisation ATA Assessment Senior Panel Technician ATA Assessment Service Maintenance Technician ATA Diagnostic Technician ATA Light Vehicle Inspection ATA Senior MET IMI Assessed Outcome Module ATA Senior Paint IMI Assessed Outcome Module ATA Senior Panel IMI Assessed Outcome Module Familiarisation IMI Assessed Outcome Modules Resistance Spot and MAG Welding IMI Assessed Outcome Module AUTOMOTIVE Advanced Automotive Studies for Master Technicians Certificate Level 4 Automotive Refrigerant Handling IMI Award Level 3 Hybrid Electric Vehicle Operation and Maintenance IMI Award Level 2 BODY AND PAINT Aluminium Repair Bonding and Welding Techniques Automotive Bonding and Riveting Techniques Body Repair and Refinishing Techniques BS4872 MIG and BS1140 Spot Welding Accreditation Safety in Oxy/Fuel Welding Cutting and Similar Processes CYCLE AND MOTORCYCLE Cycle Maintenance and Repair Award Motorcycle Maintenance Diploma HEAVY VEHICLE Inspection Technician Large Commercial Vehicle Road Haulage Certificate of Professional Competence (Distance Learning) Level 3 LIGHT VEHICLE Steering Geometry and Four Wheel Alignment Tyre Fitting Course MOTORSPORT Motorsport Engineering Foundation Degree (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 Motorsport Technology BSc (Hons) Top-up Degree Level 6 Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Motorsport Level 3 Undertaking work experience within the motorsport industry can be difficult. Fortunately, the College has their own race team where they race and maintain a Radical PR-6. Being named as the Race Team Manager and winning the championship as well as Student of the Year fills me with a great sense of achievement and pride. These skills have enabled me to secure interviews with several Formula 1 teams in readiness for my future career. Warren Male Motorsport Technology BSc (Hons) Top-up Degree /F2/F3 Course may be free for eligible applicants. Eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan! 11

BUSINESS, ADMINISTRATION, PROFESSIONAL AND MANAGEMENT Business and related subjects such as accounting, office skills, human resources and management are among the most popular fields of study worldwide, with these business-related skills always in high demand. ACCOUNTANCY AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting Level 2 AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting Level 3 AAT Accounting Diploma Level 4 Advanced Apprenticeship in Accounting Level 3 Computerised Bookkeeping (SAGE) Computerised Bookkeeping (SAGE) Level 2 Computerised Bookkeeping (SAGE) Level 3 ADMINISTRATION AND OFFICE SKILLS Administration and IT Diploma in Business Administration Level 2 F2 Diploma in Business Administration Level 3 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Business and Administration Level 2 BUSINESS Delivering Excellent Customer Service Over the Phone Diploma in Customer Service Level 2 F2 Diploma in Customer Service Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism Level 2 F2 Event Planning Certificate Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Customer Service Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Warehousing and Storage Level 2 Warehousing and Storage Certificate Level 2 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT CIPD Human Resource Management Foundation Certificate Level 3 CIPD Human Resource Management Intermediate Certificate Level 5 CIPD Human Resource Management Advanced Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Level 7 Conflict Management MANAGEMENT Advanced Apprenticeship in Management Level 3 Business, Management and Communications Foundation Degree (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 Business, Management and Communications Foundation Degree (Year 1 of 3) Level 5 Certificate in Team Leading Level 2 Certificate in Management Level 3 Diploma in Management Level 3 Diploma in Management Level 4 12 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234 Diploma in Management and Leadership Level 5 Diploma in Team Leading Level 2 Diversity in the Workplace Finding the Right Person First Line Management Certificate Level 3 ILM Award in Coaching Level 3 ILM Leadership Development Programme Level N/A ILM Team Development Programme Level N/A ILM Executive Team Development Programme Level N/A Intermediate Apprenticeship in Team Leading Level 2 Managing Absence Managing Team Performance Prince2 Foundation Prince2 Practitioner Project Management Introductory Certificate Level N/A Role of the Manager RETAIL Certificate in Understanding Retail Operations Level 2 Extended Diploma in Commercial Fashion TEACHING AND TRAINING Assessing Competence in the Work Environment Level 3 Assessing Vocational Achievement Level 3 Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement Level 3 Education and Training Award Level 3

Education and Training Award (Blended Learning) Level 3 Education and Training Award Express Level 3 Education and Training Certificate Level 4 Education and Training Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice Level 4 Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice Level 4 I feel proud to have achieved this qualification, especially as I haven t been in an educational setting in over three decades! I had been delivering leadership to the HR function within my role but was made redundant and decided that this was a good time to get the HR qualification to back up my practical experience. With 30 years business experience I feel that I can bring HR and business together at senior management level. Amanda Brent Human Resource Management Level 7 Advanced Diploma 19+ ADVANCED LEARNER LOANS You don t start to repay until you earn 21,000 a year! Study now, pay later! Supporting learners with their course fees! Advanced Learner Loans are for anyone aged 19+ starting an eligible Level 3, 4, 5 or 6 course. So what are you waiting for? Courses starting soon! For more information, contact Information and Guidance T: 01278 441234, E: info@bridgwater.ac.uk W: www.bridgwater.ac.uk CANNINGTON GOLF CENTRE 9 Hole Golf Course Clubhouse Driving Range Pro Shop No joining fees Pay & Play Corporate membership and sponsorship packages available! 01278 655050 www.canningtongolfcentre.co.uk Rodway, Cannington, Nr Bridgwater Somerset TA5 2LS. /F2/F3 Course may be free for eligible applicants. Eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan! 13

CIVIL CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING With major infrastructure projects throughout the whole area, Bridgwater College is being progressive in the delivery of relevant, practical, transferable skills designed to ensure that local people can access the training they need in order to benefit from the significant investment that is coming to the region. CIVIL CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING 360 Degree Excavator above 10 Tonne Theory Test 360 Degree Excavator above 10 Tonne Onsite Assessment 360 Degree Excavator above 10 Tonne Practical Test Abrasive Wheels in a Civil Engineering and Construction Environment Construction Site Management Diploma Level 6 Introduction to 360 Excavator Below 10 Tonne Lifting Operations Practical Test Lifting Operations Theory Test CONSTRUCTION PLANT COMPETENCE SCHEME (CPCS) CPCS Training Day Dump Truck Articulated Chassis All Sizes Practical Test Dump Truck Articulated Chassis All Sizes Theory Test Dump Truck Rigid Chassis up to 50 Tonne Practical Test Dump Truck Rigid Chassis up to 50 Tonne Theory Test Dump Truck Rigid Chassis All Sizes (Wheeled) Practical Test Dump Truck Rigid Chassis All Sizes (Wheeled) Theory Test Dump Truck Rigid Chassis Tracked Practical Test Dump Truck Rigid Chassis Tracked Theory Test Forward Tipping Dumper Practical Test Forward Tipping Dumper Theory Test Industrial Forklift Truck Practical Test Industrial Forklift Truck Theory Test Introduction to Forward Tipping Dumper IPAF 3A & 3B MEWP Operator Training Lifting with Excavators Lifting Operations Theory Test Lorry Loader Hook Practical Test Lorry Loader Hook Theory Test Lorry Loader Bucket Practical Test Lorry Loader Bucket Theory Test Lorry Loader Clamp Practical Test Lorry Loader Clamp Theory Test Mobile Elevating Work Platform Scissor Practical Test Mobile Elevating Work Platform Scissor Theory Test Mobile Elevating Work Platform Boom Vehicle Mounted Practical Theory Test Mobile Elevating Work Platform Boom Vehicle Mounted Theory Test Mobile Elevating Work Platform Boom Self-Propelled Practical Test Mobile Elevating Work Platform Boom Self-Propelled Theory Test Plant and Vehicle Marshaller Ride-on Roller Practical Test Ride-on Roller Theory Test Slinger/Signaller Practical Test Slinger/Signaller Theory Test Telescopic Handler Practical Test Telescopic Handler Theory Test HEALTH AND SAFETY Construction Health and Safety NEBOSH Certificate Level 3 Health and Safety Test Plant Management Safety Training Scheme Site Management Safety Training Scheme Site Management Safety Training Scheme Refresher Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme Refresher 14 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234

Mobile Elevating Work Platform Scissor Practical Test Mobile Elevating Work Platform Scissor Theory Test Mobile Elevating Work Platform Boom Vehicle Mounted Practical Theory Test Mobile Elevating Work Platform Boom Vehicle Mounted Theory Test Mobile Elevating Work Platform Boom Self-Propelled Practical Test Mobile Elevating Work Platform Boom Self-Propelled Theory Test Plant and Vehicle Marshaller Ride-on Roller Practical Test Ride-on Roller Theory Test Slinger/Signaller Practical Test Slinger/Signaller Theory Test Telescopic Handler Practical Test Telescopic Handler Theory Test CHAT LIVE WITH OUR INFORMATION & GUIDANCE TEAM! Visit our website www.bridgwater.ac.uk COMPUTING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) Computing and information technology are part of just about everything that touches our lives. At Bridgwater College we offer a wide range of computing and IT programmes at various ability levels, to suit the needs of many. Absolute Beginners Computing Level E Beginners Computing Level E Administration and IT Word Processing Introduction (Workshop) Databases Introduction (Workshop) European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) Essentials (Workshop/Online) European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) Database (Workshop/Online) Level 2 European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) Extra (Workshop/Online) Level 2 European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) Advanced Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT Presentations Introduction Spreadsheets Introduction (Workshop) Website Design using Dreamweaver Introduction Website Design using Dreamweaver Intermediate Level 2 /F2/F3 Course may be free for eligible applicants. Computing and Systems Development HND (Year 1 of 2) Level 4 Applied Computing Foundation Degree Level 5 Applied Computing BSc (Hons) Top-up Degree (Year 1 of 2) Level 6 Applied Computing BSc (Hons) Top-up Degree (Year 1 of 3) Level 6 After completing my HND in Computing I entered employment at the Met Office, who also supported me in achieving my Degree. While on my course I designed a weather observation system which is now used in countries throughout the world. This was a great experience and as a result, I was awarded Bournemouth University s Partner College Student Prize. Robin Jones Applied Computing BSc (Hons) Top-up Degree Eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan! 15

CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SERVICES There are various routes to a career within the construction industry, including Apprenticeships, NVQs and full and part-time courses. With major infrastructure projects developing in Somerset, skilled workers will once again be in demand. Whether you are interested in brickwork, electrical, plumbing or timber work, Bridgwater College can help you to learn the skills and achieve the qualifications you need. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Electrical Installation The Requirements for Electrical Installations Level 3 Design, Erection and Verification of Electrical Installations Level 4 Initial Verification and Periodic Inspection Level 3 Portable Appliance Testing Award Level 3 FURNITURE Furniture Making Furniture Making Level 2 F2 Furniture Design and Making (Year 1 of 2) TRAINING IN THE WORKPLACE Construction Site Management Diploma Level 6 Painting and Decorating Diploma Level 2 My tutor told me about the Learner Loan and, after making a successful application, I was able to continue my studies through to Level 3. These qualifications have meant I am now employed making office furniture, which is a job I would never have got if it hadn t been for this course Andrew Bleasdale Level 3 Diploma in Furniture Design and Making CHAT LIVE WITH OUR INFORMATION & GUIDANCE TEAM! Visit our website www.bridgwater.ac.uk COUNSELLING AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Counselling is a form of talking therapy which helps individuals to overcome a number of health conditions and insecurities. Counselling skills are particularly relevant for people engaged in teaching, youth work, health care, social care, working with addictions, offering guidance etc., who wish to enhance their ability to communicate with others. Counselling Concepts Level 2 Counselling Skills Intermediate Certificate Level 2 Counselling Advanced Certificate Level 3 Counselling Practice Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Level 4 Approaches to Counselling Children and Young People Level 4 Certificate in Counselling: Approaches to Addictive Behaviour Level 4 Cognitive Behaviour Theory Skills Development Level 4 Introduction to Transactional Analysis Level 4 Psychotherapeutic Counselling Diploma Level 5 16 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234

CUSTOMER SERVICE, INFORMATION AND HOSPITALITY Good customer service is crucial to a business success, starting at the point of a customer enquiring about a product or service and continuing right through to after-sales service. Bridgwater College offers training programmes in Customer Service, Career Guidance, Hospitality and Security. ADVICE AND GUIDANCE Certificate in Information, Advice and Guidance Level 2 Certificate in Advice and Guidance Level 3 Diploma in Advice and Guidance Level 4 Diploma in Career Information and Advice Level 4 CUSTOMER SERVICE AND HOSPITALITY Delivering Excellent Customer Service Over the Phone Diploma in Customer Service Level 2 F2 Diploma in Customer Service Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism Level 2 F2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Customer Service Level 2 Responsible Alcohol Retailing Personal Licence Holders Award Level 2 SECURITY Door Supervision Award Level 2 Upskilling Door Supervisors Award Level 2 Security Guarding Award Level 2 The childcare Centre This wonderful Childcare Centre has places available to the public, for children aged four months to five years. There is also a holiday play scheme for children up to eight years old. Flexible sessions Fun, safe, friendly Cooked lunch & tea environment For more information contact the Childcare Centre on 01278 441270 or email childcare@bridgwater.ac.uk Bridgwater College, Bath Road, TA6 4PZ www.bridgwaterchildcare.co.uk EARLY YEARS AND CHILDCARE Working with children is a rewarding and enjoyable career, and helping children to learn and develop is a popular profession. We can help you to gain the skills and qualifications you need to enter the industry and build your career. Introduction to Early Years Education and Care Level 2 F2 Early Years Workforce (Year 1 of 2) Early Years Foundation Degree (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 Early Years Foundation Degree (Year 1 of 3) Level 5 Learning Support Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Level 2 Paediatric First Aid Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools CACHE Level 2 F2 Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools CACHE Level 3 Forest School Introduction Forest School Skills Intermediate Level 2 Forest School Leaders Advanced Award Level 3 /F2/F3 Course may be free for eligible applicants. Eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan! 17

ENGINEERING Bridgwater College has a thriving Engineering department located in its flagship facility, the Energy Skills Centre, and will soon start work on building the planned Advanced Engineering Centre, to meet industry demand for higher level skills. The College continues to be progressive in the delivery of relevant, practical, transferable skills designed to ensure that local people can access the training they need in order to benefit from the significant investment in the region. SHORT COURSES Abrasive Wheels Behavioural Excellence Programme CNC Programming and Machining Coded Welding Machining Milling and Turning Mechanical Fault Diagnostics and Maintenance Parametric Solid Modelling Welding Fast-track CLASSROOM BASED Advanced Manufacturing Diploma Level 4 Aeronautical Engineering (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Engineering Certificate Level 2 Engineering CNC Production Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Engineering Electrical Maintenance Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Pre-Apprenticeship in Engineering Level 2 Manufacturing Engineering (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Welding and Fabrication Award Level 2 Welding and Fabrication Award Level 3 Welding and Fabrication Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 HIGHER EDUCATION Computer Aided Manufacturing and Automation HNC (Year 1 of 2) Level 4 Electrical/Electronic and Control Engineering HNC (Year 1 of 2) Level 4 Electrical/Electronic Engineering HND Top-up Level 5 Manufacturing Engineering HND Top-up Level 5 Mechanical Engineering HNC (Year 1 of 2) Level 4 Mechanical Engineering HND Top-up Level 5 Production Engineering HNC (Year 1 of 2) Level 4 TRAINING IN THE WORKPLACE Business Improvement Techniques Diploma Level 2 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Engineering Maintenance and Installation Diploma Level 2 Engineering Maintenance and Installation Diploma Level 3 F3 Engineering Manufacture Diploma Level 4 Leadership and Management Practice for the Construction and Built Environment Award Level 3 Leadership and Management Practice for the Construction and Built Environment Certificate Level 3 Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering Diploma Level 3 Performing Engineering Operations Diploma Level 2 This course was the natural progression on completion of my Apprenticeship as I could still work and learn within a manufacturing environment. Fortunately my employer provided funding to support my learning from which I have benefited massively. My work involves lots of computer aided manufacturing work and Rolls-Royce are investing heavily in automation technology. This course has given me an excellent grounding for future career progression. Chris Walker Production Engineering HNC 18 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234

ENGLISH, FRENCH, MATHS AND SCIENCE If you would like to refresh your skills in English, French, Maths or Science, then we offer courses at Functional Skills and GCSE level to help you build your confidence, progress at work, gain a recognised qualification and even help your children with their homework! ENGLISH English Functional Skills Level N/A English GCSE Level 2 ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 16-25 International English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 16-25 International Level 2 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - General English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - General Level 2 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - General Level 3 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Reading English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Reading Level 2 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Reading Level 3 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Speaking and Listening English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Speaking and Listening Level 2 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Speaking and Listening Level 3 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Writing English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Writing Level 2 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Writing Level 3 FRENCH Conversational French MATHS Maths Functional Skills Level N/A Mathematics GCSE Level 2 SCIENCE Biology GCSE Level 2 F2 CHAT LIVE WITH OUR INFORMATION & GUIDANCE TEAM! Visit our website www.bridgwater.ac.uk FOOD AND DRINK The safe production of high quality food that promotes a healthy lifestyle is paramount in today s world, and yet there is currently an acute global shortage of qualified food scientists and technologists. A career in the food and drink industry could, therefore, literally provide a job for life, with our courses providing training to support you in this growing industry. Catering Award HACCP for Catering Level 2 Catering Award HACCP for Manufacturing Level 2 Diploma in Food Technology Level 3 Food Manufacturing/Catering HACCP Level 3 Food Manufacturing/Catering Award HACCP Level 4 Food Safety in Catering Award Level 2 Food Safety in Catering for Retail Level 2 Food Safety in Manufacturing Award Level 2 Food Safety Supervision for Manufacturing Award Level 3 Food Safety Management for Manufacturing Award Level 4 Managing Food Safety in Catering Award Level 4 /F2/F3 Course may be free for eligible applicants. Eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan! 19

HAIRDRESSING, BEAUTY AND COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES This dynamic and creative industry offers plenty of opportunities for continuing career development and enhancement. Bridgwater College has fullyequipped, commercially-run salons that allow students to work in a realistic environment, providing treatments to paying members of the public. BARBERING Diploma in Barbering Level 2 F2 Barbering Level 3 Cutting Men s Hair Level 3 Male Grooming and Shaving Services Level 3 BEAUTY Diploma in Beauty Therapy Level 2 F2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Techniques Diploma in Nail Technology Level 2 F2 Nail Enhancements Level 2 Salon Management in Beauty Therapies Level 4 Hot Stone Massage Level 3 Indian Head Massage Level 3 Reflexology Diploma Level 3 Sports Massage Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Level 4 HAIRDRESSING Advanced Apprenticeship in Hairdressing Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing Level 2 F2 Diploma in Hairdressing Level 3 Diploma in Women s Hairdressing Level 2 F2 Diploma in Women s Hairdressing MAKE-UP Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair and Media Make-up Level 3 Management in Theatrical and Media Make-up Level 4 Reflexology is such a fascinating therapy and has been so beneficial to everyone I ve treated. It s really opened doors for me and sparked my interest and I can t wait to start a new career and continue learning more. Hair & Beauty Zone APPOINTMENTS: hairandbeauty@bridgwater.ac.uk 01278 441310 Hair treatments waxing make-up eye treatments facials tanning body toning barbering manicures pedicures massage reflexology. Special Offers Please look out for our special offers in the salon, on our website, on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES Body Massage Award Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies Level 3 Bryony Letts Reflexology 20 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234 AT BRIDGWATER COLLEGE

HEALTH AND SAFETY A good understanding of health and safety issues is critical within each and every business, and our training programmes are designed to ensure that all employees are aware of their responsibilities in respect of their own safety as well as that of colleagues, customers and contractors. FIRE Fire Safety Award Level 2 Fire Safety Principles Award Level 2 Fire Risk Assessment and Control Award Level 3 FIRST AID Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Device (Defibrillator) Level 2 Emergency First Aid at Work Level 2 First Aid at Work Level 3 First Aid at Work Requalification Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Level 2 Paediatric First Aid Level 3 MANAGING AND WORKING SAFELY Accident Investigation and Reporting Asbestos Awareness Construction Health and Safety NEBOSH Certificate Level 3 Environmental Awareness at Work NEBOSH Award Level 2 Health and Safety NEBOSH General Certificate Level 3 Managing Safely (IOSH) Managing Safely Refresher (IOSH) Moving People Safely Occupational Health and Safety Diploma Level 5 Principles of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Award Level 2 Safe Moving and Handling Award Level 2 Working Safely Working Safely (IOSH) CHAT LIVE WITH OUR INFORMATION & GUIDANCE TEAM! Visit our website www.bridgwater.ac.uk /F2/F3 Course may be free for eligible applicants. HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE The health and social care industry is one of the world s largest and fastest growing industries, with greater demand for well-trained and multiskilled people across a range of employment opportunities. Dementia Care Principles Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care Level 4 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Level 2 Health and Social Care (Year 1 of 2) Level 2 F2 Health and Social Care (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 F3 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care (Year 1 of 2) Level 2 Higher Apprenticeship in Care Leadership and Management Level 5 Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children's and Young People s Services Level 5 Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare Level 5 Mental Health Awareness Level 2 Paediatric First Aid Level 3 Principles of End of Life Care Level 2 Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Level 2 Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines Level 2 Eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan! 21

LAND-BASED STUDIES In recent years over 10m has been invested in state-of-the-art facilities at the College s Cannington Centre, and our training resources are now considered to be exceptional in the South West. With the land-based industries requiring 250,000 new entrants by 2020, the possibilities for employment and career advancement within the sector for skilled and qualified entrants are plentiful. AGRICULTURE Rural Business Administration Certificate (E-Learning) Livestock Records (E-Learning) Crop Records (E-Learning) Accounts (E-Learning) Certificate in Agriculture Level 3 Extended Diploma in Agriculture (Year 1 of 2) Subsidiary Diploma in Agriculture Agricultural Management Foundation Degree (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 Agricultural Management Foundation Degree Top-up (Year 1 of 4) Level 5 Organic Principles and Practice Level 5 Safe Use and Maintenance of Mowers NPTC Level 2 All Terrain Vehicle Handling Level 2 Sit Astride All Terrain Level 2 Telescopic Forklift Truck Operations (MO8) Level 2 Tractor Driving and Related Operations Award Level 2 ANIMAL MANAGEMENT Intermediate Apprenticeship in Animal Care Level 2 Animal Management Extended Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Animal Conservation Foundation Degree (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 Animal Conservation BSc Hons (Top-up) Level 6 Applied Animal Management Foundation Degree (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 Applied Animal Management Bsc (Hons) Top-up Degree Level 6 Diploma in Veterinary Care Assistants Level 2 F2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Nursing Assistants in a Veterinary Environment Level 2 Advanced Apprenticeship in Veterinary Nursing Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Year 1 of 2) Dog Grooming Introduction Dog Grooming Certificate Level 2 F2 Dog Grooming Certificate Level 3 ARBORICULTURE Aerial Cutting of Trees (CS38) Level 2 Aerial Tree Rescue Operations (CS39) Level 2 Brushcutting Operations NPTC Certificate Level 2 Chainsaw and Cross Cutting Refresher Level 2 Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting (CS30) Level 2 Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting Award Refresher (CS34) Level 2 Forestry and Arboriculture Diploma Level 2 F2 Forestry and Arboriculture Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Processing and Felling Trees up to 380mm (CS31) Level 2 Processing and Felling Trees over 380mm (CS32) Level 2 Safe Use of Forestry Clearing Saw Level 2 Tractor Driving and Related Operations Award Level 2 COUNTRYSIDE AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Diploma in Countryside and Environment Level 2 F2 CANNINGTON EQUESTRIAN CENTRE A BHS approved riding school with facilities to hire. 01278 655023 www.canningtonequestriancentre.co.uk 22 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234

Diploma in Countryside Management (Year 1 of 2) Practical Horticulture Certificate Level 3 Diploma in Horticulture (Year 1 of 2) HNC in Horticulture Level 4 HND Diploma in Horticulture Level 5 Foundation Degree in Countryside Management (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 Hard Landscaping Principles and Practice Level 5 Safe Use and Maintenance of Mowers NPTC Level 2 Sit Astride All Terrain Level 2 All Terrain Vehicle Handling Level 2 Management of Historic Parks & Gardens Level 5 EQUINE BHS Progressive Riding Test Course BHS Preparation for Stage 1 Exam BHS Preparation for Stage 2 Exam Level 2 Extended Diploma in Horse Management (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Work-based Diploma in Horse Care Work-based Diploma in Horse Care Level 2 F2 Work-based Diploma in Horse Care (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 FISHERIES Diploma in Fish Husbandry Level 2 F2 Diploma in Fish Management (Year 1 of 2) FLORISTRY Floristry Introduction Floristry Intermediate Floristry Diploma Level 2 F2 Floristry Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Level 2 F2 Floristry Diploma Level 3 Floristry Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Higher Diploma in Floristry Level 4 Wedding Floristry HORTICULTURE, GARDENING AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN Diploma in Horticulture Level 2 F2 Diploma in Horticulture (Year 1 of 2) Hard Landscaping Principles and Practice Level 5 HNC in Horticulture Level 4 HND in Horticulture Level 5 Management of Historic Parks & Gardens Level 5 Principles of Horticulture RHS Certificate Level 2 Practical Horticulture RHS Certificate Level 2 Practical Horticulture Certificate Level 3 Principles of Garden Planning, Establishment and Maintenance Level 2 Principles of Garden Planning, Construction and Planting RHS Certificate Level 3 Principles of Plant Growth, Health and Applied Propagation RHS Certificate Level 3 Principles and Practices of Horticulture RHS Diploma Level 3 Principles and Practices of Horticulture RHS Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 PESTICIDES Grandfather Rights (PA1 & PA2) Level 2 Grandfather Rights (PA1 & PA6) Level 2 Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) Level 2 Safe Use of Pesticides Granule Applicator (Slug Pellets) (PA4) Level 2 Safe Use of Pesticides Ground Crop Sprayer (PA2) Level 2 Safe Use of Pesticides Hand Held Applicators (PA6) Level 2 THE WALLED GARDENS OF CANNINGTON & TEA ROOM Over 20 areas to explore Events through the year Special Offers Plant Nursery Gift Shop 01278 655042 www.canningtonwalledgardens.co.uk /F2/F3 Course may be free for eligible applicants. Eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan! 23

MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS The music and performing arts industry offers a range of employment opportunities in both performing and technical roles, and studying the arts can also be an enjoyable leisure activity. Whether you want to play an instrument, make your own records, learn to sing or teach, we have the course for you! And if you haven t been already, then a visit to the College s brand new McMillan Theatre is a must! The McMillan Theatre is a new state-of-the-art, multi-million pound, 350-seat theatre and performing arts centre, located on Bath Road. MUSIC Music Composition Diploma in Music (Year 1 of 2) MUSIC TECHNOLOGY Introduction to Ableton Live Introduction to Pro Tools Live Sound Engineering Introduction Recording Masterclass at Modern World Studios Music Technology (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Music Production HND (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 Media Production Foundation Degree (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 PRODUCTION ARTS Production Arts (Year 1 of 2) DANCE ATCL Performance Arts Level 4 ATCL Performance Contemporary Dance Level 4 Performing Arts Dance (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Dance Teaching and Learning Children and Young People Diploma Level 6 Education - Arts - Community A 350-seat, state-of-the-art theatre, performing arts and conference centre. BOX OFFICE 01278 556677 FREE PARKING AVAILABLE www.mcmillantheatre.com Bath Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4PZ NUCLEAR It is expected that the nuclear industry will need tens of thousands of new employees over the next decade. Bridgwater College can truly claim to be at the leading edge of vocational nuclear industry training, as the South West hub for The National Skills Academy for Nuclear (NSAN), and the National College for Nuclear in the South - opening in 2017. The College has also been recognised with a Queen s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education for its work with employers in this sector, and offers a range of high quality, nuclearspecific, practical courses at all levels. SHORT COURSES CCNSG Safety Passport CITB Triple Bar New Nuclear Sites Award for Nuclear Industry Awareness Level 2 Nuclear Safety Culture Unit Level 3 TRAINING IN THE WORKPLACE Nuclear Decommissioning Diploma (E-Portfolio) Level 2 Radiation Protection Diploma (E-Portfolio) Level 2 Radiation Protection Diploma (E-Portfolio) Level 3 Radiation Protection International (E-learning) Level 3 24 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234

SPORT AND PUBLIC SERVICES Our range of sport and public services training programmes is designed to enable you to enter or advance within the industry via a portfolio of transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership, endurance and discipline, together with an enhanced level of personal fitness. SPORT 1st4Sport Coaching Football Award 1st4Sport Coaching Football Award Level 2 Advanced Apprenticeship in Exercise and Fitness Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Leisure Management Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Physical Education and School Sport Level 3 Fitness Instructing YMCA Certificate Level 2 Foundation Degree in Sports Science with Sports Coaching Education (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 Instructing Group Indoor Cycling YMCA Award Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Activity Leadership Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Exercise and Fitness Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Leisure Operations Level 2 Personal Training (Gym-Based Exercise) Personal Training and Instruction Personal Training YMCA Level 3 Sport Coaching and Development (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Sport Coaching Golf and Development (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Sports and Exercise Science Diploma (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 PUBLIC SERVICES Outdoor Adventure Education and Leadership (Year 1 of 2) Level 3 Public Services (Year 1 of 2) Public Services with Outdoor Education Foundation Degree (Year 1 of 2) Level 5 JOIN THE FITNESS ZONE! Membership only 17.50 a month! NO JOINING FEES OPEN TO ALL 01278 441322 www.bridgwatersport.co.uk The Fitness Zone, Bridgwater College, Bath Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4PZ I used to work as a commercial manager but having enjoyed sport and exercise since I was little, I recently decided to retrain and make it my career. The CYQ qualification was the ideal foundation, and the College instructors provided me with a range of teaching techniques that I now use with clients. I really enjoy helping others to stay fit and healthy, and hope to gain further qualifications in due course. Deborah Brown Personal Training Level 3 (CYQ Certificate) ACTIVITY CENTRE Team Building Action Based Training Climbing Courses School Groups Corporate Training Holiday Activity Days Hen, Stag & Birthday Parties. 01278 655066 www.canningtonactivitycentre.co.uk /F2/F3 Course may be free for eligible applicants. Eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan! 25

Finance At Bridgwater College, we want to encourage people to learn and develop to the best of their ability, and understand that financial concerns can sometimes prevent them from doing so. We have many FREE courses available, as well as loans and payment plans, to support learners with their studies and training. Chat live with our Information and Guidance team! www.bridgwater.ac.uk Course Fees The course fees can be viewed on the Bridgwater College website, showing the fees payable depending on age. The fees shown are payable per year if the course duration is for more than one year**. Where courses include an exam fee it is for one sitting only; if students need to re-take an exam, then they will have to pay an additional fee. All fees shown apply to people aged 16 or over, who have been resident in the UK or in another country in the EEA for the last three years or more. For some courses there are additional fees which are payable later or at enrolment and cover extra costs associated with the course, such as materials, trips etc. These will be discussed with you. If your total fee is 325 or more, including any additional fees, you may choose to pay by instalments see Spreading the Cost on page 25. The full fee or, where applicable, the first instalment, plus a 25 administration fee is payable upon enrolment. You will need to pay this before you can start the course. Please note that for courses lasting more than one year, the fees shown represent the first year s fee only. Further fees are payable in subsequent years**. ** Unless marked with a. See 19+ Advanced Learner Loans on page 25. Free Courses For courses marked with a the College does not charge any compulsory fees if you are: aged 19 years or over and in receipt of Job Seekers Allowance (including National Insurance contributions only) or Employment Support Allowance (Work Related Activity Group - WRAG) aged 19 years or over and in receipt of Universal Credit and earning less than 330 per month and in the Work Related Requirements Group, the Work Preparation Group or the Work Focused Interview Group aged 19+ and earning less than 330 per month, and in receipt of any state benefit not listed above and believe this would help you to enter employment and the College considers this would satisfy a local labour need have been released on Temporary Licence (RoTL) For courses marked with a F2 or F3 the College does not charge any compulsory fees if you are: 26 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234.

aged 19 23, have not already achieved a full Level 2 or 3 and are studying to achieve a Legal Entitlement Qualification at Level 2 or Level 3 (indicated by F2 or F3 respectively throughout the Guide), or you do not currently hold a full Level 2 qualification or above and are studying at Entry Level or in order to progress to a Legal Entitlement Qualification at Level 2 aged 19+ and studying a Functional Skill or GCSE in Maths or English and you have not already gained a GCSE grade A* C in the subject. If you are not sure whether or not you have already achieved a full Level 2 or full Level 3 qualification, please call our Information and Guidance team on 01278 441234 19+ Advanced Learner Loans If you are aged 19+ and the course fee for your age group is marked with a you are eligible to apply for a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan. Alternatively you can pay the fee yourself. The amount shown on our website is the loan you would have to take out to pay for the total duration of the course. Where courses are of one year or more duration, the annual fee will be less than this amount if you choose to pay it yourself. Please contact the College for further information. Help with your Fees If you don t qualify for a free course or a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan, and you are on a low income or in receipt of other benefits such as Income Support, Council Tax Benefit, Housing Benefit or Employment Support Allowance (non- WRAG), you may be able to receive support from our Learner Support Fund to cover some or all of your fees. Contact our Student Support team on 01278 441233 for more information. Fees for overseas students may vary from those shown on our website. Refunds All course fees and additional fees are non-returnable from three weeks prior to the course start date, unless it is subsequently cancelled by the College or is oversubscribed. If any course is cancelled or already full, you will receive a full refund. Spreading the Cost If you do not wish to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan, the College offers the following payment option. Payment by instalments is available, but only if you are paying your own fees, are attending a course of 24 weeks or more and the total fee payable at enrolment is more than 325, inclusive of additional fees. The first instalment, payable at enrolment, will be 300 or 50% of the fee, whichever is greater. The remaining amount is payable in two equal instalments. If you wish to spread the cost in this way there will be an additional Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234. 27

administrative charge of 25, which is payable with the first instalment. You will also be required to complete an instalment agreement form available from our Information and Guidance team or the Finance office. Are you receiving Job Seekers Allowance or Employment Support Allowance (WRAG) or Universal Credit (and earn less than 330 per month and are in the Work Related Requirements Group, the Work Preparation Group or the Work Focused Interview Group)? If you are in receipt of one of these benefits you will not be charged any compulsory fees for courses where there is a marked alongside. You must sign a declaration to say you are in receipt of one of these benefits at the time of enrolment. Are you in receipt of another state benefit and currently earning less than 330 per month? You will not be charged any additional fees where the course is marked with a if it is considered that this course will help you to find employment to meet local labour market needs. Are you on a low income or in receipt of Income Support, Council Tax Benefit, Housing Benefit or Employment Support Allowance (non- WRAG)? If you have a low income or are in receipt of any of these benefits, you may be able to receive help from our Learner Support Fund towards your course fees for courses where there is a marked alongside the course listing. You should apply to the College for Learner Support Funds as soon as possible. In exceptional cases these funds may also support travel costs. Demand is very high and we may not be able to meet the needs of everyone who applies, so you should aim to submit your application as early as possible. Student Support can help you with this; call 01278 441233 or email studentsupport@bridgwater.ac.uk Childcare Fund This helps some students with up to 90% of the cost of childcare for courses listed with a. Apply through Student Support on 01278 441233 or email studentsupport@bridgwater.ac.uk to check availability. To reserve a place for your child at the Bridgwater College Childcare Centre, call 01278 441270 Legal Entitlement Qualifications at Level 2 and Level 3 If you are aged 19 23 and enrolling on a Legal Entitlement Qualification at Level 2 or Level 3, and have not previously achieved a full qualification at this level or higher, you will not be charged any compulsory fees for courses marked with F2 or F3. You would also be eligible if you do not currently hold a full Level 2 qualification or above and are studying at Entry Level or in order to progress to Level 2. Speak to our Information and Guidance team on 01278 441234 for advice on completing your application form, or email info@bridgwater.ac.uk 28 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234.

Advanced Learner Loan Bursary If you are applying for an Advanced Learner Loan, you may be eligible to apply for help with the costs of accommodation, travel, optional course materials and equipment as well as additional learning support and childcare. This funding is limited, and priority will be given to students with special educational needs. Contact Student Support on 01278 441233 for details or email studentsupport@bridgwater.ac.uk CHAT LIVE WITH OUR INFORMATION & GUIDANCE TEAM! University Level If you are applying through UCAS, you can apply for loans and grants via Student Finance England at www.gov.uk/student-finance Contact Student Support on 01278 441233 for details or email studentsupport@bridgwater.ac.uk for more information. Student Discounts Students are automatically entitled to free membership of the Student Union. The optional purchase of a 12 NUS Extra card will entitle you to discounts on hundreds of products and services throughout the UK. For more information contact a member of our Student Union on 01278 441341 Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk to chat to one of the team now! Visit www.bridgwater.ac.uk for all course details! For course advice, call 01278 441234. 29

A-Z Guide A AAT..............10 Ableton Live.......... 22 Abrasive Wheels....... 12, 16 Access to Higher Education..... 8 Accountancy......... 10, 20 Addictions........... 14 Administration and IT..... 10, 13 Administration and Office Skills.......... 10 Advice and Guidance....... 15 Agriculture........... 20 All Terrain Vehicle Handling.. 20, 21 Animal Management and Conservation........ 20 Animation............ 8 Applied Computing........13 Arboriculture.......... 20 Art, Design and Media....... 8 Asbestos Awareness....... 19 Assessing............ 10 ATA Assessment......... 9 Automotive........... 9 B Barbering............18 Beauty Therapy......... 18 BHS (Equine).......... 21 Biology.............17 Body and Paint.......... 9 Body Massage.......... 18 Bookkeeping...........10 Building Services......... 14 Business........... 8, 10 Business Improvement Techniques.. 16 C Catering............ 17 CCNSG............ 22 Chainsaw Use.......... 20 Childcare and Education...... 15 Civil Construction Engineering... 12 CNC Programming........ 16 Coaching.......... 10, 23 Cognitive Behaviour........14 Communications......... 10 Complementary Therapies.....18 Computing.......... 8, 13 Conflict Management....... 10 Construction.......... 14 Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS)... 12 Construction Site Supervision/ Management... 12, 14 Control of Substances...... 19 Counselling........... 14 Countryside Management.... 20, 21 Cross Cutting and Maintenance... 20 Customer Service...... 10, 15 Cycle and Motorcycle....... 9 D Dance............. 22 Databases............13 Decommissioning........ 22 Decorating........... 14 Dementia Awareness.......19 Design............. 8 Diagnostics.......... 9, 16 Digital Media........... 8 Digital Photography........ 8 Diversity............ 10 Dog Grooming......... 20 Door Supervision........ 15 Drawing............ 8 Dreamweaver..........13 Dressmaking........... 8 Dump Truck...........12 E Early Years, Childcare and Education. 15 Education and Training.. 8, 10, 11, 15 Electrical.......... 14, 16 End of Life Care......... 19 Engineering........ 8, 12, 16 English............. 17 English for Academic Purposes (EAP). 17 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)..... 17 Environmental Awareness..... 20 Equine............. 21 European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)..... 13 Event Planning.......... 10 Excavator............ 12 Exercise............ 23 F Fabrication and Welding...... 16 Fashion............8, 10 Fire Safety........... 19 First Aid............ 19 Fish Husbandry and Management.. 21 Fitness............. 23 Floristry............ 21 Food and Drink......... 17 Food Safety...........17 Food Technology........ 17 30

Football............ 23 Forensic Science......... 8 Forest School.......... 15 Forestry............ 20 Forklift........... 12, 20 Forward Tipping Dumper..... 12 French............. 17 Furniture Design and Making.... 14 G Garden Design......... 21 Gardening........... 21 GCSEs............. 17 Golf.............. 23 Grandfather Rights........ 21 H HACCP.............17 Hairdressing.......... 18 Health and Safety....... 12, 19 Health and Social Care..... 8, 19 Heavy Vehicle.......... 9 Horse Care and Management... 21 Horticulture.......... 21 Hospitality........... 15 Hot Stone Massage........18 Human Resource Management... 10 Humanities........... 8 I Indian Head Massage....... 18 Information, Advice and Guidance.. 15 Information Technology (IT).... 13 IOSH............. 19 J Jewellery............ 8 Journalism............ 8 L Land-based Studies....... 20 Landscaping........... 21 Languages............17 Leadership....... 10, 16, 19, 23 Learning Support....... 15, 23 Life Drawing........... 8 Lifting Operations........ 12 Light Vehicle........... 9 Live Sound Engineering...... 22 Lorry Loader.......... 12 M Machining Milling and Turning.... 16 Make-up............ 18 Management.......... 10 Managing Safely (IOSH)...... 19 Manufacturing Engineering..... 16 Marshalling.......... 12, 13 Massage............ 18 Maths............. 17 Mechanical Engineering...... 16 Media Production....... 8, 22 Mental Health Awareness..... 19 Mobile Elevating Work Platform. 12, 13 Motorcycle and Cycle....... 9 Motor Vehicle.......... 9 Motorsport........... 9 Mowers.......... 20, 21 Music............. 22 N Nail Technology......... 18 NEBOSH............19 Nuclear............ 22 O Office Skills........... 10 Organic Principles........ 20 Outdoor Education........ 23 P Paediatric First Aid...... 15, 19 Painting and Decorating...... 14 Parametric Modelling....... 16 Performing Arts......... 22 Personal Development...... 14 Personal Licence Holders..... 15 Personal Training........ 23 Pesticides............21 Photography........... 8 Photoshop............ 8 Plant Operations....... 12, 13 Portable Appliance Testing..... 14 Portraiture............ 8 Presentations.......... 13 PRINCE 2........... 10 Pro Tools............ 22 Production Arts......... 22 Project Management....... 10 Public Services.......... 23 Q Quality............. 11 R Radiation Protection....... 22 Reflexology...........18 Refrigerant Handling........ 9 Retail............. 10 RHS Horticulture.........21 Ride on Roller........ 12, 13 Riding............. 21 Road Haulage.......... 9 Rural Business Administration... 20 S Safe Handling of Medicines.....19 Safe Moving and Handling..... 19 Science............8, 17 Security............ 15 Sewing Machine Skills....... 8 Shaving Services......... 18 Signaller........... 12, 13 Site Supervision/Management....12 Slinger........... 12, 13 Social Science.......... 8 Sound Engineering........ 22 Sport............. 23 Sports Massage......... 18 Spreadsheets.......... 13 Studio Lighting.......... 8 T Teaching and Training. 10, 14, 15, 22, 23 Team Leading.......... 10 Telescopic Handler...... 12, 13 Textiles............. 8 Theatrical Media Make-up..... 18 Tractor Driving......... 20 Transactional Analysis....... 14 Travel and Tourism...... 10, 15 Tree Felling........... 20 Triple Bar........... 22 V Veterinary Nursing........ 20 W Warehousing and Storage..... 10 Website Design......... 13 Welding........... 9, 16 Word Processing......... 13 31

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