College Links 14-16 provision at Wigan & Leigh College (2013-14) www.wigan-leigh.ac.uk Follow us online at twitter.com/wiganleighcol facebook.com/wiganleighcollege
AAT A message from the Principal This vocational qualification is designed so that students gain practical accounting skills and theoretical knowledge for use within the workplace. At Wigan & Leigh College we believe passionately in quality education and training. We have exceptional teaching, support and guidance for all students. Our College Centres are designed to give our students the best possible learning experience with custom built workshops and learning environments. The College Links programme gives 14-16 year olds the opportunity to gain skills and qualifications in an exceptional range of vocational and academic programmes. Cath Hurst Cath Hurst OBE Principal n Level 1 AAT
Art & Design AS/A Levels Students of the creative arts will study at School for the Arts, Wigan, a centre of excellence dedicated to art, design, communication, media, music and performance. This exciting programme is available for students who are excelling in their studies and would therefore like to challenge themselves to work at a higher level in the creative and artistic or linguistic arena. n NCFE Level 1 Award in Graphic Design n NCFE Level 2 Award in Graphic Design n Level 2 Principal Learning in Manufacturing Technology (Fashion & textile design and manufacture) n Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design (Photography pathway) n Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design (3D Design pathway: Interiors/Product/Jewellery/Ceramics) n AS Level Art n AS Level French
Childcare & Early Years For students interested in a career within the early years sector, our Childcare courses encourage an understanding of the knowledge and skills needed to care for young children. Computing & IT Our Computing & IT courses allow students to develop their IT skills and knowledge. n Cache Entry Level Award/Certificate in Caring for Children n Cache Level 1 Award/Certificate/Diploma in Caring for Children n Cache Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People n GCSE Child Development n Edexcel Level 2 Diploma for IT Practitioners
Construction Employability These Construction courses give students the opportunity to train in our realistic workshops, gaining essential practical skills and experience. This course is designed to build students confidence and give them the skills employers are looking for. n City & Guilds 6218 Basic Construction Skills (Plumbing Units) n Edexcel BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Construction n Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Construction n Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Extended Diploma in Construction n Entry Level 3 in Employability
Engineering Our training facilities offer students a realistic working environment so that the skills gained can be transferred to the workplace. Enterprise & Entrepreneurship This qualification has been developed in association with the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy and will enable learners to gain a nationally recognised qualification and to plan for their own business or social enterprise. n EAL Level 1 Certificate/Diploma in Building Services Engineering (Electrical) n EAL Level 1 Certificate/Diploma in Engineering and Manufacturing n Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Enterprise & Entrepreneurship
Hair & Beauty The Image Centre is a designated Wella Centre of Excellence and has been awarded A grades across all areas from City & Guilds, the awarding body for the Hairdressing and Beauty provision. Health & Social Care Our courses give students the opportunity to develop an understanding of the key areas central to working in this sector. n VTCT Entry Level Certificate in An Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector n City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma Hair & Beauty Principal Learning n Edexcel BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Health & Social Care n Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
Motor Vehicle These vocational courses give students the opportunity to gain hands on practical experience in our purpose built motor vehicle workshop. Performing Arts This exciting programme is available for students who are excelling in their studies and would therefore like to challenge themselves to work at a higher level in the creative arena. n ABC Level 1 Award in Motor Vehicle Studies n ABC Level 1 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Studies n Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Performing Arts
Public Services Our Public Services courses help students develop the skills and knowledge needed when considering working for the Police, Fire and Ambulance Services, Armed Forces, Customs and Excise, Prison Service, Youth and Community or Health Services. Sport This Programme is designed to take students through the themes of planning and improving their own personal fitness, to investigating career options and the world of work in the sport and active leisure industry. n Edexcel Level 1 Diploma in Uniformed Public Studies n Edexcel Level 2 Diploma in Uniformed Public Studies n Edexcel BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Sport and Active Leisure
Travel & Tourism These courses give students the skills and knowledge to progress within the travel industry. What next? If you would like to know about the College Links programme including timetabling and costs and how it can benefit your students please contact the Developments Manager: Gareth Sutton 01942 761859 g.sutton@wigan-leigh.ac.uk n City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma to Introduction to Travel & Tourism