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2 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 3 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE WORKED FOR ME WELCOME TO WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE MISHA HORDER BEAUTY THERAPY LEVEL 3 GRADUATE SPA MANAGER, MERE SPA AND GOLF RESORT, KNUTSFORD I studied Beauty Therapy Level 3 at West Lancashire College. I will always remember the support I received from the tutors; they were all friendly and helpful and had excellent links to the beauty industry. After completing my course I gained employment and worked in salons and spas around the Liverpool and Formby areas as a Beauty Therapist. I have since worked my way up to my current role as Spa Manager at the luxury Spa and Gold Resort, The Mere in Knutsford, Cheshire. As a Spa Manager I deal with the overall day to day running of the spa, including staff training, interacting with clients and ensuring all stock levels are kept up to date. In the future I hope to gain as much experience as possible in the industry and possibly move into teaching. I believe with the right support and motivation you can go as far as you want West Lancashire College worked for me and it can work for you too. West Lancashire College offers a wide range of full-time, part-time, day and evening courses and they are listed in this guide. FREE COURSES Are you aged 16-18? Your course will be FREE. Are you in receipt of a benefit? Your course could be FREE!* Is your individual gross income less than 21,000? Your course could be FREE!* Are you aged 19-23 studying your first full Level 2 or 3 qualification? Your course could be FREE! *does not include courses marked with full cost or ACL or Level 3 courses and above for 24s and over. NB: Registration fees may be payable. USING THE GUIDE Find a course you are interested in and drop into one of our enrolment sessions detailed on page 4. If you would like further information prior to enrolment, simply call Course Enquiries on (01695) 52300 who will be happy to deal with your enquiry. Full time courses are listed on pages 10 to 14. Part Time courses are listed on pages 18 to 24. All courses are listed under the relevant subject areas. Enrolment information is available on page 4. To find out whether your course is FREE or to see if you are entitled to a reduced fee for your course please see page 5.

4 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 5 COLLEGE ENROLMENT WHAT DO I NEED TO PAY? SCHOOL LEAVER ENROLMENT GCSE Results Day - Thursday 21 August* through to Friday 29 August 2014. You will need to bring your GCSE results and proof of identification (ie passport or birth certificate plus NI number) to complete your enrolment. Places are limited and those who have applied and been interviewed will be given priority. Please note we will be open from 10am-7pm on GCSE Results Day Thursday 21 August 2014*. *This is for School Leavers ONLY. MAIN ENROLMENT AT SKELMERSDALE CAMPUS You can enrol for any full-time, part-time, day or evening course at the dates/times stated below: 19 August - 29 August 2014 12 noon-7pm (Tue- Thur), 12 noon-4.30pm (Fri) at the Sports Hall, Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX (Sat Nav postcode WN8 6LH). PART TIME AND COMMUNITY COURSE ENROLMENT AT ORMSKIRK CAMPUS You can enrol on any part-time, day or evening course at the dates/times stated below: 18 August 2014 12 noon-7pm at Ormskirk Campus, Hants Lane, Ormskirk, L39 1PX for part-time and community courses only. TELEPHONE ENROLMENTS Telephone enrolments will take place: Monday 18 August 10am - 3pm. Telephone enrolments are available for those part-time learners who are NOT eligible for fee reduction (eg full fee payers only). Courses marked in the Course Guide with a. You will need to use a credit or debit card to complete the payment and sign a college Learner Agreement at your first session in College. To enrol by telephone please call: (01695) 52306, (01695) 52310, (01695) 52476 Please note: Courses offered by Lancashire County Council Adult Learning Service are for 19+ learners only. KEY TO TABLES FFL2 is First Full Level 2 19-23 FFL3 is First Full Level 3 19-23 WLCA - West Lancashire Construction Academy SC - Skelmersdale Campus OC - Ormskirk Campus FC Full fee is payable ACL Courses available with Lancashire Education Authority are only available to 19+ learners (Telephone Enrolment for those Part-Time learners who are NOT eligible for fee reduction (eg full fee payers only) IE These courses require interview at enrolment 24+LL Courses where a 24+ Loan will be applicable F These courses are free CFD These courses are available for enrolment on a regular basis, please call for details. Those in receipt of active benefits or on a low income may be eligible to pay a reduced fee of 15. Courses marked with ACL DID YOU KNOW THAT MANY OF OUR FULL AND PART TIME COURSES ARE FREE OR DISCOUNTED?* Fees for part time day and evening courses are listed in the brochure. However many people will be eligible for free or discounted study. TUITION IS FREE FOR 16-18 year olds Anyone aged 19 23 years studying a full time Entry Level/Level 1 Foundation Learning Course and does not have a prior Level 2 qualification Learners undertaking a First Full Level 2 qualification aged 19-23 (FFL2) Learners undertaking a First Full Level 3 qualification aged 19-23 (FFL3) Skills for Life (literacy or numeracy) courses GCSE English and Maths where a learner does not currently hold a Grade C in these subjects Those in receipt of Job Seeker s Allowance and Employment Support Allowance (work related activity groups) Those in receipt of a means tested benefit (see Benefit Table on page 7) Unemployed adults on any other benefits (see Benefit Table on page 7) who are undertaking a course up to and including a Level 2 qualification to improve their ability to gain employment Those earning less than 21,000 per annum* and studying a funded course (leading to a qualification) IN ADDITION DISCOUNTED TUITION IS AVAILABLE TO: Those 19 and over studying a second or subsequent Full Level 2 a 99 tuition fee is payable Those 19-23 studying a second or subsequent Full Level 3 qualification a 99 tuition fee is payable Those 19+ studying a course funded through Lancashire County Council Adult Learning Service and in receipt of active benefits or on a low income may be eligible to pay a reduced fee of 15. PLEASE NOTE Learners Aged 24+ Studying a Full Level 3 Course / Full Level 4, A Level programme, Access to HE and Advanced / Higher Apprenticeships are not funded and therefore not eligible for any FREE or DISCOUNTED Fees Please see page 6 for information on Advanced Learning Loans. 24+LL In addition Exam and Registration Fees may be charged dependant on eligibility. *Proof of income eg payslip (last 3 months), P60

6 24+ Advanced Learning Loans WHAT DO I NEED TO ENROL? 16-18 YEARS IDENTIFICATION, PLEASE SEE LIST BELOW Please bring your GCSE Results and proof of identification to complete your enrolment. WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 7 19 YEARS AND OVER IDENTIFICATION, PLEASE SEE LIST BELOW If you are claiming FREE or discounted study and you are on an active or inactive benefit you will need to bring proof with you in order to complete your enrolment. Loans available to help you pay your course fees! If you re planning to study at Level 3 or Level 4 you may qualify for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan. TO QUALIFY FOR THE LOAN YOU MUST BE: BENEFIT TYPE Job Seekers Allowance Employment Support Allowance (Work Related Group) Employment Support Allowance (none work related group) Income Support Housing/Council Tax Benefit Working Tax Credit Universal Credit Pension Credits Any other state benefit Income of less than 21,000 EVIDENCE REQUIRED Current Letter authorised by the Job Centre (JSA book not accepted) Current Letter authorised by the Job Centre (JSA book not accepted) Current Letter authorised by the Job Centre (JSA book not accepted) Current letter/bank statement Payment book, letter from council or bank statement Current award notice Current Letter authorised by the Job Centre (JSA book not accepted) Current award notice Relevant proof (letter or bank statement) Proof of income eg: payslips (3 months), P60 aged 24 and over at the start of your course a resident in the UK for 3 years prior to the start of the course never previously had a loan to do the same qualification type and level of qualification. DID YOU KNOW? You don t have to repay the loan until you start earning a minimum of 21,000 per year, and even then the repayments are low. Call the Learner Gateway on 01695 52300 to find out how you can apply. Please note all evidence and payment of any fees must be received prior to enrolling on a course. IDENTIFICATION The Learning Records Service requires learners to verify their identity at enrolment, therefore when enrolling for your course you will need to bring original copies of one of the following documents with you. If you enrol over the phone, you will be required to bring this identification with you to collect your ID card before you start your course. Passport Photo Driving Licence Armed Forces Service ID National Insurance Card Certificate of Entitlement to Funding Bank Credit/Debit Card Your West Lancashire College Student ID Card To find out more please contact the Learner Gateway on 01695 52300.

8 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 9 WEST LANCASHIRE CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Please contact the Learner Gateway on 01695 52300 to ascertain eligibility for study. LEARNERS BORN IN THE EU / EEA For those Learners born in the EU / EEA please provide proof that you were born in the EU (passport, birth certificate etc.) ADDITIONAL COSTS - UNIFORMS, KITS AND MATERIALS Some courses require you to purchase the appropriate kit, uniform or materials. You will be advised on how to order and costs prior to the start of the course. PAYING FOR YOUR COURSE Course fees are payable at enrolment. If the annual course fee payable by you is over 200, you may be able to pay by instalments** see table below (subject to agreement at enrolment). COURSE COST 0-199 200-299 300-599 600 or over If your course fee is being paid by a third party (e.g employer) you will be given the appropriate documentation at enrolment. Call 01695 52300 and ask for the Learner Gateway to find out if you are eligible for assistance. ENROLMENT ONTO A COURSE CANNOT BE CONFIRMED UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED **If you wish to request instalment payments, you will be required to sign a Fee Payment Agreement at enrolment if these are agreed. Additionally you will need to bring your bank details (including account number and sort code) to enrolment. INSTALMENT Full payment at enrolment 2 equal instalments including first payment at enrolment followed by one payment in the consecutive month. 3 equal instalments including first payment at enrolment followed by two consecutive monthly instalments. 5 equal instalments including first payment at enrolment followed by four consecutive monthly instalments THINKING OF A CAREER IN CONSTRUCTION OR ENGINEERING? UNSURE OF THE OPTIONS AVAILABLE? Studying Construction or Engineering at West Lancashire College provides you with the skills and experience to take the first steps in your chosen career and aims to give you the best possible preparation for employment. West Lancashire Construction Academy offers a wide range of courses at various Levels: Bricklaying Level 1 Construction and Civil Engineering Level 1 Construction and the Built Environment Level 3 BTEC Engineering Level 2 Joinery Levels 1 and 2 Plastering Level 1 and 2 Electrical Levels 1, 2 and 3 Motor Vehicle Levels 1, 2 and 3 Plumbing Levels 1, 2 and 3 ADDITIONALLY PART TIME COURSES ARE AVAILABLE: CSCS Health and Safety Card, Bricklaying, Joinery, Plastering, Plumbing, Electrical and Motor Vehicle. For further details on fees, time, days and how to enrol, call the Learner Gateway on 01695 52300.

10 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 11 FULL TIME COURSES Course Duration Location A LEVELS 16-18 Biology A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Business Studies A Level OCR 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Chemistry A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Dance* (Dance Subsidiary Diploma Edexcel BTEC) *A Level equivalent 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus English Language A Level Edexcel 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Course Duration Location BEAUTY (Kit and college uniform required charge may be applicable) Hair and Beauty Sector Introduction Entry Level 3 (City and Guilds) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Beauty Therapy Diploma/Level 2 Nails VTCT NVQ Level 2 (16-18) (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Beauty Therapy Diploma VTCT NVQ Level 2 (nails optional at full cost 250) (19+) (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Beauty Therapy Diploma VTCT NVQ Level 3 (General) (FFL3) 24+LL IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Spa Therapy Diploma VTCT NVQ Level 3 (Massage) (FFL3) 24+LL IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus English Literature A Level Edexcel 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Film Studies A Level WJEC 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Fine Art A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Geography A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus BUSINESS Business Diploma Level 2 (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Business Diploma/Extended Diploma Level 3 (FFL3) (90 Credit First Year) 24+LL IE 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus History A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Law A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Maths A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Maths (Further) A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Media Studies A Level WJEC 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Performing Arts* (Performing Arts Subsidiary Diploma Edexcel BTEC) *A Level equivalent 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Philosophy A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Photography A Level WJEC 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Physics A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Psychology A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Sociology A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Textiles A Level AQA 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus BRICKLAYING Bricklaying Diploma Level 1 (City and Guilds) IE 1 Year WLCA CARPENTRY AND JOINERY Carpentry and Joinery Diploma Level 1 (City and Guilds) IE 1 Year WLCA Site Carpentry and Joinery Diploma Level 2 (City and Guilds) (FFL2) IE 1 Year WLCA CHILD CARE Health, Social Care and Children s and Young People s Settings Certificate Level 1 EDEXCEL IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Children s Care Learning and Development First Diploma Level 2 (16-18) EDEXCEL (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Children s Play Learning and Development National Diploma Level 3 EDEXCEL (FFL3) 24+LL IE 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION Access to Higher Education Health Professionals (FFL3) 24+LL IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Access to Higher Education Humanities (FFL3) 24+LL IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus COMPUTING AND IT IT Diploma (Information and Creative Technologies) Level 2 (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus IT Diploma/Extended Diploma Level 3 (FFL3) (90 Credit First Year) 24+LL IE 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus ART AND DESIGN Art and Design Diploma Level 2 (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Art and Design Diploma (General A&D Pathway) (FFL3) 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus (90 credit equivalent) 24+LL IE Art and Design Diploma (Digital Industries Pathway) (FFL3) 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus (90 credit equivalent) 24+LL IE BARBERING Barbering Level 1 IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus CONSTRUCTION Construction and Civil Engineering Services (Groundwork) Diploma Level 1 IE 1 Year WLCA Construction and The Built Environment Diploma/Extended Diploma Level 3 BTEC (FFL3) 2 Years WLCA (90 Credit First Year) 24+LL IE ELECTRICAL Electrical Installation Level 1 (EAL) IE 1 Year WLCA Electrical Installations 2365 Diploma Level 2 (City and Guilds) (FFL2) IE 1 Year WLCA Electrical Installations 2365 Diploma Level 3 (City and Guilds) (FFL3) 24+LL IE 1 Year WLCA

12 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 13 Course Duration Location ENGINEERING Engineering Technology First Diploma Level 2 (EAL) (FFL2) IE 1 Year WLCA Construction and The Built Environment Diploma/Extended Diploma Level 3 BTEC (FFL3) 2 Year WLCA (90 Credit First Year) 24+LL IE FORENSIC SCIENCE Applied Science (Forensics) Extended Diploma Level 3 EDEXCEL (FFL3) (90 Credit First Year) 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus 24+LL IE HAIRDRESSING (Kit required charge may be applicable) Hair and Beauty Introduction Certificate Entry Level 3 IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Hair and Beauty Introduction Diploma Level 1 (16-18) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Hairdressing Diploma Level 2 (City and Guilds) (School Leaver) (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Hairdressing Diploma Level 2 (City and Guilds) (Returners) (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Hairdressing Diploma Level 2 (City and Guilds) (19+) (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Hairdressing Diploma Level 3 (FFL3) 24+LL IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Hairdressing Diploma Level 3 (19+) (FFL3) 24+LL IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Course Duration Location LDD LEARNING DIFFICULTIES AND DISABILITY COURSES Pre Entry Skills Personal Progression Programme 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Entry Level 1 Skills 4 Living Programme 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Entry Level 2 Skills 4 Independence Programme 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Entry Level 3 Skills 4 Development Programme 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Level 1 Skills 4 Employment Programme 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus MOTOR VEHICLE Vehicle Maintenance Diploma Level 1 IMI IE 1 Year WLCA Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles Diploma Level 2 IMI (FFL2) IE 1 Year WLCA Light Vehicle Maintenance Diploma Level 3 IMI (FFL3) 24+LL IE 1 Year WLCA NAILS (Kit and college uniform required charge may be applicable) Fast Track Nails - Level 2 Certificate and NVQ Level 3 VTCT (combined in one year) (FFL2/3) 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus 24+LL IE Nail Services Diploma NVQ Level 3 VTCT (FFL3) (returning students) 24+LL IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE Health, Social Care and Children s and Young People s Settings Certificate Level 1 EDEXCEL IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus PATHWAYS Pathways (16-18) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Health and Social Care Level 2 (16-18) EDEXCEL (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Health and Social Care Level 2 19 + EDEXCEL (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Health and Social Care Extended Diploma Level 3 (16-18) EDEXCEL (FFL3) IE 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Health and Social Care 90 Credit Diploma Level 3 (19+) EDEXCEL 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus (aiming to progress Social Care Foundation Degree FdA in 2015) 24+LL HORTICULTURE Horticulture Diploma Entry Level 3/Level 1 IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus PERFORMING ARTS Performing Arts Diploma Level 2 (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Performing Arts Diploma/Extended Diploma Level 3 (FFL3) (90 Credit First Year) 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus 24+LL IE Performing Arts (Dance) Diploma/Extended Diploma Level 3 (FFL3) (90 Credit First Year) 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus 24+LL IE PLASTERING Plastering Diploma Level 1 CSKILLS (City and Guilds) IE 1 Year WLCA HOSPITALITY AND CATERING (Uniforms and equipment required charge may be applicable) Plastering Diploma Level 2 CSKILLS (FFL2) (City and Guilds) IE 1 Year WLCA Introduction to Cookery Studies Diploma Level 1 VTCT (16-18) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Professional Cookery Diploma Level 2 with 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Level 2 Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (FFL2) (16-18) IE Professional Cookery Diploma Level 2 with 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Level 2 in Food and Beverage Service (FFL2) (Returning students) IE Professional Cookery Diploma Level 2 Diploma VTCT (FFL2) (19+) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus PLUMBING Plumbing (Building Studies) Level 1 EAL IE 1 Year WLCA Plumbing Level 2 (City and Guilds) IE 1 Year WLCA Plumbing Level 3 (City and Guilds) (FFL3) 24+LL IE 1 Year WLCA Professional Cookery Diploma Level 3 VTCT (FFL3) 24+LL IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus

14 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 15 HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES Course Duration Location PRINCE S TRUST Prince s Trust 16-25 year olds Entry Level 3 to Level 2 IE 12 weeks Skelmersdale Campus Prince s Trust 16-25 year olds Entry Level 3 to Level 2 IE 12 weeks Ormskirk Campus Course UCAS Duration Under Exam/ Over Location Start Date Code 24 Fee Reg Fee 24 Fee BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Business Management Foundation Degree FdA N190 2 Years 6,800-6,800 SC 15/09/14 (Full and Part Time Study options available) IE Prince s Trust 16-25 year olds Entry Level 3 to Level 2 IE 12 weeks Southport Prince s Trust 16-25 year olds Entry Level 3 to Level 2 IE 12 weeks Knowsley PUBLIC SERVICES Public Services Level 1 EDEXCEL (6 weeks introduction leading to Pathways 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus or Public Services Level 2) IE Public Services Level 2 EDEXCEL (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Public Services Diploma Level 3 EDEXCEL (FFL3) (Subsidiary Diploma First Year) 24+LL IE 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS Children and Young Persons Foundation Degree FdA L590 2 Years 6,800-6,800 SC 15/09/14 (Full and Part Time Study options available) IE COMPUTING AND IT Applied Computing Foundation Degree FdSc G400 2 Years 6,800-6,800 SC 15/09/14 (Full or Part Time Study options available) IE SPORTS Sport Certificate Level 1 IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Sport Diploma (Instructing Exercise and Fitness Level 2) (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Sports Studies Diploma/Extended Diploma Level 3 (FFL3) (90 Credit First Year) 24+LL IE 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus Sport and Exercise Science Diploma/Extended Diploma Level 3 (FFL3) (90 Credit First Year) 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus 24+LL IE West Lancashire College Football Programme (BTEC 2 year programme) (90 Credit First Year) 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus 24+LL IE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE Social Care Foundation Degree FdA L540 2 Years 6,800-6,800 SC 15/09/14 (Full and Part Time Study options available) IE SPORTS Applied Sports Coaching Science Foundation Degree FdSc CX61 2 Years 6,800-6,800 SC 15/09/14 FdA (Full and Part Time Study options available) IE Sport and Exercise Therapies Foundation Degree FdSc CB69 2 Years 6,800-6,800 SC 15/09/14 FdA (Full and Part Time Study options available) IE THEATRICAL MEDIA MAKE-UP Media Make-up (with Hairdressing) Diploma Level 2 (FFL2) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair and Media Make-up Diploma Level 3 (FFL3) 24+LL IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus TRAVEL AND TOURISM Tourism and Hospitality Management Foundation Degree N890 2 Years 6,800-6,800 SC 15/09/14 FdA (Full or Part Time Study options available) IE TRAVEL AND TOURISM Travel and Tourism Diploma Level 2 (FFL2) (Including Cabin Crew) IE 1 Year Skelmersdale Campus Travel and Tourism Diploma/Extended Diploma Level 3 (FFL3) (90 Credit First Year) 24+LL IE 2 Years Skelmersdale Campus TREATMENTS Pamper yourself with a wide range of professional treatments including Crystal Clear, hot stone therapy, semi-permanent lashes and facial treatments. Be ahead of the rest... Are you 19 years or over? Looking for Employment? Are you looking to improve your interview skills? Do you need help producing a CV? Would you like to develop your presentation skills? Drop into the Learner Gateway at our Skelmersdale Campus to find out more or alternatively contact 01695 52300 for further details. HAIRDRESSING Creative hairdressing at affordable prices. PRODUCT RANGE Find out more about our full product range. BOOK Look good, feel great, book an appointment today. Call 01695 52317.

16 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 17 UP TO 1000 BURSARY AVAILABLE FOUNDATION DEGREE COURSES HAIRDRESSING AND BEAUTY ACADEMY THIS SEPTEMBER WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE WILL LAUNCH A NEW HAIRDRESSING AND BEAUTY ACADEMY! Our Foundation Degree courses are designed in conjunction with employers to give you the skills and experience required by industry. It s not too late to apply for a Foundation Degree at West Lancashire College. High quality, Degree level study at competitive prices only 6,800 per year. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Typically 160 UCAS Points. Flexible programmes available to study Full or Part Time: Applied Computing FdSc - G400 Business Management FdA - N190 Children and Young Persons FdA - L590 Social Care FdA - L540 Sports and Exercise Therapies FdSc - CB69 Sports Coaching Science FdSc - CX61 Tourism and Hospitality Management FdA - N890 Call the Learner Gateway on 01695 52300 today! Staff will help and support you with your application. Are you looking for a fast track to a new career? Do you dream of a career change or to work for yourself? This 18 week fast track course is designed to ensure you will work with live models on a regular basis, develop high standards of creative and interpersonal skills and understand the principles of commercial hairdressing. This course is designed for beginners who wish to fast track into the industry. Professional qualifications gained at Levels 2 & 3 All equipment, styling tools and manuals are provided. FOR FURTHER DETAILS ON HOW TO BOOK YOUR PLACE AT THE ACADEMY PLEASE CALL COURSE ENQUIRIES ON 01695 52300.

18 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 19 PART TIME DAY AND EVENING COURSES Course Day Time Weeks Under Exam/ Over Location Start Date 24 Fee Reg Fee 24 Fee ARTS CRAFTS AND LEISURE INTERESTS Cake Decorating Beginners ACL Mon 10:00-12:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 22/09/14 Course Day Time Weeks Under Exam/ Over Location Start Date 24 Fee Reg Fee 24 Fee BRICKLAYING Bricklaying Diploma Level 1 IE Tue & Wed 17:30-21:00 35 wks 423 75 423 WLCA 09/09/14 Cake Decorating Beginners ACL Mon 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 22/09/14 Cake Decorating Intermediate ACL Tue 10:00-12:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 23/09/14 Cake Decorating Intermediate ACL Tue 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 23/09/14 Cake Decorating Beginners ACL Mon 10:00-12:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 19/01/15 BUSINESS Book-Keeping Award Level 1 ABC FC Wed 18:00-21:00 10 wks 125-125 SC 10/09/14 Book-Keeping Award Level 2 ABC FC IE Wed 18:00-21:00 20 wks 349-349 SC 07/01/15 Cake Decorating Intermediate ACL Mon 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 19/01/15 Cake Decorating Intermediate ACL Tue 10:00-12:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 20/01/15 Cake Decorating Intermediate ACL Tue 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 20/01/15 Christmas Flower Arranging ACL Tue 10:00-12:00 2 wks 19-19 OC 25/11/14 Drawing for Beginners ACL Fri 10:00-12:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 26/09/14 Drawing and Painting Introduction ACL Fri 10:00-12:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 23/01/15 Drawing and Painting Intermediate ACL Fri 13:00-15:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 23/01/15 Dressmaking Introduction ACL Mon 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 22/09/14 Dressmaking Introduction ACL Tue 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 23/09/14 Dressmaking Intermediate ACL Mon 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 19/01/15 Dressmaking Introduction ACL Tue 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 20/01/15 Flower Arranging Introduction ACL Tue 10:00-12:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 23/09/14 Flower Arranging Introduction ACL Tue 10:00-12:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 20/01/15 Yoga ACL Mon 09:30-11:30 8 wks 76-76 SC 22/09/14 Yoga ACL Mon 09:30-11:30 8 wks 76-76 SC 19/01/15 CARPENTRY AND JOINERY Carpentry and Joinery Level 1 IE Tue & Wed 17:30-21:00 35 wks 423 75 423 WLCA 09/09/14 Carpentry and Joinery Level 2 (FFL2) IE Tue & Wed 17:30-21:00 35 wks 99 75 99 WLCA 09/09/14 COMPUTING AND IT *Additional charge payable to Learning and Testing Solution Basic IT IE Mon 13:00-15:00 10 wks FREE FREE FREE SC 08/09/14 Computing Essentials Introduction ACL Mon 15:00-17:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 22/09/14 Computing Essentials Introduction ACL Wed 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 24/09/14 ECDL Essentials Award in IT User Skills* IE Tue 18:00-21:00 12 wks 170 15* 170 SC 03/03/15 ECDL Essentials Award in IT User Skills* IE Tue 18:00-21:00 12 wks 170 15* 170 OC 09/09/14 ECDL Essentials Award in IT User Skills* IE Wed 13:30-16:30 12 wks 170 15* 170 SC 10/09/14 ECDL Extra ITQ (FFL2) IE Tue 18:00-21:00 18 wks 99 32* 99 SC 09/09/14 ECDL Extra ITQ (FFL2) IE Wed 13:30-16:30 18 wks 99 32* 99 SC 07/01/15 ECDL Extra ITQ (FFL2) IE Tue 18:00-21:00 18 wks 99 32* 99 OC 06/01/15 BARBERING (Kit required charge may be applicable) Barbering Level 2 FC IE Mon 15:30-21:00 20 wks 475-475 SC 08/09/14 Creatively Cut Hair in Barbering Award NVQ Mon 18:00-21:00 15 wks 245-245 SC 23/02/15 Level 3 FC Providing Shaving and Face Massage Services Wed 18:00-21:00 15 wks 245-245 SC 23/02/15 Award NVQ Level 3 FC BEAUTY (Kit and college uniform required charge may be applicable) Beauty Specialist Certificate Level 2 VTCT Tue & Wed 18:00-21:00 35 wks 99 58 99 SC 16/09/14 (FFL2) IE Beauty Therapy Studies (Massage) Certificate Tue & Wed 18:00-21:00 35 wks 710 79.50 1,150 SC 16/09/14 Level 3 VTCT (FFL3) 24+LL IE Beauty Therapy Level 4 In Salon Mon 09:00-18:00 35 wks 1,700 82.00 1,700 SC 15/09/14 Management (including Laser Hair Removal and Skin Rejuvenation) VTCT 24+LL IE COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES Massage Introduction ACL Wed 09:00-11:30 8 wks 76-76 OC 24/09/14 Reflexology Introduction ACL Wed 13:00-15:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 24/09/14 CONSTRUCTION CSCS Health Safety Testing Various 1 day Various 45-45 WLCA CFD (Does not include card) FC COUNSELLING Counselling Introduction ACL Tue 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 23/09/14 Counselling Skills Level 2 NCFE (FFL2) IE Mon 18:00-21:00 30 wks 99 26 99 SC 15/09/14 3D False Lashes (Kit provided) FC Mon 18:00-21:00 6 wks 249-249 SC 03/11/14

20 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 21 Course Day Time Weeks Under Exam/ Over Location Start Date 24 Fee Reg Fee 24 Fee ELECTRICAL Electrical Installation Diploma Level 1 IE Tue & Wed 17:30-21:00 35 wks 423 75 423 WLCA 16/09/14 Course Day Time Weeks Under Exam/ Over Location Start Date 24 Fee Reg Fee 24 Fee Hair Extensions Award Level 3 C&G FC IE Mon 17:00-21:00 15 wks 340-340 SC 08/09/14 Hair Extensions Award Level 3 C&G FC IE Mon 17:00-21:00 15 wks 245-245 SC 23/02/15 ENGLISH English for Adults IE Various Daytime Flexible FREE FREE FREE SC 08/09/14 HORTICULTURE Grow Your Own Vegetables and Plants ACL Various Various 8 wks 76-76 SC 22/09/14 English for Adults IE Various Daytime Flexible FREE FREE FREE SC 08/09/14 English for Adults IE Mon 6.30pm-9pm Flexible FREE FREE FREE OC 08/09/14 English for Adults IE Wed 6.30pm-9pm Flexible FREE FREE FREE SC 10/09/14 LANGUAGES French Beginners ACL Tue 13:00-15:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 23/09/14 French Intermediate ACL Mon 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 22/09/14 ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Mon 10:00-12:00 30 wks FREE FREE FREE SC 08/09/14 Beginners IE CFD 18:30-20:30 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Tue 10:00-12:00 30 wks FREE FREE FREE SC 09/09/14 Intermediate IE CFD 18:30-20:30 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Wed 10:00-12:00 30 wks FREE FREE FREE SC 10/09/14 Advanced IE CFD 18:30-20:30 GCSE S (GCSE English and Maths are FREE if you do not currently hold a GCSE Grade A*- C) English Language GCSE OCR IE Wed 19:00-21:00 30 wks FREE FREE FREE OC 10/09/14 English Language GCSE OCR IE Wed 13:00-15:00 30 wks FREE FREE FREE SC 10/09/14 Maths GCSE OCR IE Wed 19:00-21:00 30 wks FREE FREE FREE SC 10/09/14 Maths GCSE OCR IE Thur 10:00-12:00 30 wks FREE FREE FREE SC 11/09/14 Maths GCSE OCR IE Mon 19:00-21:00 30 wks FREE FREE FREE OC 08/09/14 Science GCSE AQA IE Tue 19:00-21:00 30 wks 217 20 217 SC 09/09/14 HAIRDRESSING (Kit required charge may be applicable) Hairdressing Certificate Level 1 (Year 1) IE Mon & Tue 18:00-20:00 30 wks 362 70 362 SC 08/09/14 18:00-21:00 Hairdressing Diploma Level 2 (Year 2) (FFL2) IE Tue & Wed 18:00-21:00 32 wks 99 75 99 SC 09/09/14 Hairdressing Certificate Level 3 (FFL3) 24+LL IE Mon & Wed 17:00-21:00 35 wks 632 82 1,150 SC 08/09/14 18:00-21:00 Level 4 Practice and Advanced Mon 09:00-18:00 35 wks 1,700 80 1,700 SC 08/09/14 Techniques in the Hair Sector - Hairdressing Pathway 24+LL IE Level 4 Practice and Advanced Mon 09:00-18:00 35 wks 1,700 80 1,700 SC 08/09/14 Techniques in the Hair Sector - Salon Management Pathway 24+LL IE Bridal Hair Award Level 3 FC IE Mon-Wed 09:00-15:00 3 days 135-135 SC 16/02/15 French Post GCSE ACL Wed 10:00-12:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 24/09/14 German Beginners ACL Wed 13:00-15:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 24/09/14 German Improvers ACL Tue 10:00-12:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 23/09/14 German Post GCSE ACL Tue 13:00-15:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 23/09/14 Italian Intermediate ACL Mon 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 22/09/14 Italian Beginners ACL Tue 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 23/09/14 Spanish Beginners ACL Mon 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 22/09/14 Spanish Beginners ACL Wed 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 24/09/14 Spanish Intermediate Grammar ACL Tue 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 23/09/14 LAW (Additional charges may be applicable for membership fees) Legal Studies Level 2 Certificate Mon 18:00-21:00 35 wks 99 90 99 SC 08/09/14 C&G CILEx (FFL2) IE MATHS Maths for Adults IE Various Various Flexible FREE FREE FREE SC 08/09/14 Maths for Adults IE Various Various Flexible FREE FREE FREE OC 08/09/14 Maths for Adults IE Mon 18:30-21:00 Flexible FREE FREE FREE SC 08/09/14 Maths for Adults IE Tue 18:30-21:00 Flexible FREE FREE FREE OC 09/09/14 MOTOR VEHICLE Vehicle Maintenance Diploma Level 1 IE Tue & Wed 18:00-21:00 35 wks 423 70 423 WLCA 16/09/14 NAILS (Kit and college uniform required charge may be applicable) Nail Technology Certificate Level 2 VTCT (FFL2) IE Tue 18:00-21:00 35 wks 99 32 99 SC 09/09/14 Nail Technology Studies Diploma Level 3 VTCT Wed 17:00-21:00 35 wks 632 80 1,150 SC 10/09/14 (FFL3) 24+LL IE

22 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 23 Course Day Time Weeks Under Exam/ Over Location Start Date 24 Fee Reg Fee 24 Fee PHOTOGRAPHY Digital SLR Camera Club Introductory ACL Wed 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 24/09/14 Digital SLR Introduction ACL Wed 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 21/01/15 Digital SLR Camera Club ACL Mon 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 19/01/15 Photoshop Creative Techniques ACL Mon 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 22/09/14 Photoshop for Photographers Beginners ACL Tue 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 23/09/14 Photoshop for Photographers Beginners ACL Tue 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 20/01/15 Photoshop Skills Intermediate ACL Mon 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 SC 19/01/15 PLASTERING Plastering Diploma Level 1 IE Tue & Wed 18:00-21:00 35 wks 423 75 423 WLCA 09/09/14 Plastering Basic Introduction ACL Wed 10:00-12:00 8 wks 76-76 WLCA 24/09/14 PLUMBING Plumbing Diploma Level 1 (Building Services Tue & Wed 17:30-21:00 35 wks 423 130 423 WLCA 16/09/14 Engineering Multi-Skilled Operations) IE Unvented Hot Water Regulations FC IE CFD 09:00-16:00 1 day 150-150 WLCA CFD Cold Water Regs FC IE CFD 09:00-16:00 1 day 150-150 WLCA CFD PROFESSIONAL MEDIA MAKE-UP Photographic Makeup Award Level 2 FC IE Tue 18:00-21:00 16 wks 255-255 SC 09/09/14 Design and Create Fashion and Photographic Tue 18:00-21:00 15 wks 245-245 SC 13/01/15 Make-up Award Level 3 C&G FC IE Course Day Time Weeks Under Exam/ Over Location Start Date 24 Fee Reg Fee 24 Fee TEACHING Education and Training Award Level 3 Wed 18:00-21:00 12 wks 350-350 SC 10/09/14 (previously PTLLs) FC CFD Education and Training Award Level 3 Thur 09:30-12:30 12 wks 350-350 SC 11/09/14 (previously PTLLs) FC CFD Cert Ed (Education and Training)/PGCE (Education Wed 14:00-17:00 33 wks 1,800-1,800 SC 10/09/14 and Training) Part Time Day, Year 1* CFD Cert Ed (Education and Training)/PGCE (Education Wed 09:00-12:00 32 wks 1,800-1,800 SC 10/09/14 and Training) Part Time Day, Year 2* CFD Cert Ed (Education and Training)/PGCE (Education Tue 18:00-21:00 33 wks 1,800-1,800 SC 09/09/14 and Training) Part Time Evening, Year 1* CFD Cert Ed (Education and Training)/PGCE (Education Tue 6pm-9pm 32 wks 1,800-1,800 SC 09/09/14 and Training) Part Time Day, Year 2* CFD Certificate in Education and Training, Tue or Wed 18:00-21:00 Up to 1,200-1,200 SC 09/09/14 Introductory (equivalent to CTLLs/CET)* CFD 14:00-17:00 24 wks Certificate in Teaching, Learning Tue or Wed 18:00-21:00 33 wks 1,800-1,800 SC 09/09/14 and Assessment, Intermediate* CFD 14:00-17:00 Assessing Competence in the Work Flexible Flexible 54 hours 321 33 321 Workplace CFD Environment Award Level 3 VTCT CFD in total Assessing Vocational Achievement VTCT Flexible Flexible 84 hours 321 41 321 Workplace CFD Level 3 Certificate CFD in total Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement Flexible Flexible 54 hours 321 33 321 Workplace CFD Award Level 3 VTCT CFD in total Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Flexible Flexible 90 hours 321 41 321 Workplace CFD Processes and Practice VTCT Award Level 4 in total CFD *Course approved by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) Media Make-up Level 3 Award FC IE Mon 18:00-21:00 16 wks 255-255 SC 08/09/14 Media Make-up Level 3 Award FC IE Mon 18:00-21:00 16 wks 255-255 SC 19/01/15 Air Brush Make-up Award Level 3 C&G FC IE Mon-Wed 10:00-16:00 3 days 145-145 SC 23/02/15 Practice and Advanced Techniques Mon 10:00-18:00 35 wks 1,700 122 1,700 SC 08/09/14 in the Hair Sector Level 4 - Theatrical and Media Make-up Pathway 24+LL IE SIGN LANGUAGE British Sign Language Introduction ACL Mon 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 22/09/14 British Sign Language Intermediate ACL Tue 19:00-21:00 8 wks 76-76 OC 23/09/14 SPORTS Sport Massage Therapy Certificate Wed 18:00-21:00 30 wks 475-475 SC 10/09/14 Level 4 VTCT FC IE Sports Massage Therapy Certificate Level 3 FC IE Tue 18:00-21:00 30 wks 475-475 SC 09/09/14 West Lancashire College is proud to work with UCLan to offer a variety of teaching courses delivered at the West Lancashire College, Skelmersdale Campus. TEACHING ASSISTANTS Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Tue 09:30-15:00 24 wks 99 66 99 SC 16/09/14 Level 2 NCFE (FFL2) IE Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Wed 09:30-15:00 24 wks 99 66 99 SC 03/12/14 Level 2 NCFE (FFL2) IE Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Mon 18:00-21:00 34 wks 99 66 99 SC 08/09/14 Level 2 NCFE (FFL2) IE Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Mon 18:00-21:00 34 wks 534 76 1,250 SC 08/09/14 Level 3 NCFE (FFL3) 24+LL IE Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Thur 09:30-15:00 24 wks 534 76 1,250 SC 18/09/14 Level 3 NCFE (FFL3) 24+LL IE

24 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 25 Course Day Time Weeks Under Exam/ Over Location Start Date 24 Fee Reg Fee 24 Fee TRAVEL AND TOURISM Cabin Crew an Introduction Certificate Level 2 Mon 6pm-9pm 30 wks 99 64 99 SC 08/09/14 NCFE (FFL2) IE WELDING Welding Skills Introduction Level 1 C&G Wed 18:00-21:00 14 wks 170 74 170 WLCA 17/09/14 Welding Skills Introduction Level 1 C&G Wed 18:00-21:00 14 wks 170 74 170 WLCA 07/01/15 Community Places available NOW at Little Learners Nursery buy one get one free on all Courses Marked in the brochure with ACL Study a part time course* with West Lancashire College this September and get one FREE in January*. For further details of how to enrol on a part time course see page 4 of this brochure or call the Learner Gateway on 01695 52300. *Courses marked with ACL in the brochure. Please note successful completion of September course is required. Purpose built Nursery for 0-5 years FREE* places for over 2 s Places also available for babies and toddlers Awarded Outstanding by Ofsted Open 50 weeks of the year Opening hours 8am-6pm Healthy Menu Outdoor covered play area Based in Skelmersdale Community nursery open to all CALL 01695 52559 / 52300 Email littlelearners@westlancs.ac.uk www.westlancs.ac.uk Little Learners, West Lancashire College, College Way, Skelmersdale WN8 6DX (Sat Nav WN8 6LH) * Government Early Years free entitlement 15 hours per week term-time

26 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 27 TRANSPORT TO COLLEGE WE CAN HELP JUST FINISHED YEAR 11 OR ARE YOU A YEAR 12 LEARNER AND UNSURE OF YOUR NEXT STEPS? WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE ARE PLEASED TO OFFER A RANGE OF FREE AND SUBSIDISED TRANSPORT OFFERS TO HELP 16-18 YEAR OLDS GET TO COLLEGE. FREE* ARRIVA BUS PASS Available to full-time further education students (aged 16-18 years) who need a bus to get to college. Passes will be issued in the first term for all learners commencing a course with us in September 2014. WE OFFER: WIDE RANGE OF VOCATIONAL COURSES A WIDE RANGE OF A LEVEL SUBJECTS FINANCIAL SUPPORT LEARNING SUPPORT 16-18 MEAL ALLOWANCE* FREE BUS PASS* FREE COACH FROM KIRKBY, AINTREE AND MAGHULL. FREE* COACH FROM KIRKBY, AINTREE AND MAGHULL Available to full-time further education students (aged 16-18 years) who live in the North Liverpool Area. The Bus will pick up in the morning and return at the end of the college day, further details of times and pick up points can be found on the college website: www.westlancs.ac.uk go to Learner Gateway > Transport. SUBSIDISED* TRAVEL For those full-time further education students (aged 16-18 years) who are not on an Arriva or Kirkby, Fazakerley, Aintree and Maghull bus route, there is opportunity to apply to the Learner Support Fund for possible subsidised travel through other bus providers. To qualify for free or subsidised transport learners must maintain attendance of 90% or above throughout the academic year. All bus passes are issued on a first come first served basis and are subject to West Lancashire College terms and conditions. To find out more information about these great opportunities, please call the Learner Gateway direct on 01695 52393 or email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk *Subject to availability and eligibility criteria check

28 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE 2014-15 29 potential an apprenticeship will help you show it ATTENTION EMPLOYERS! WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK TOWARDS NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS WHILST GAINING REAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE? FULLY FUNDED SKILLS TRAINING TO MEET EMPLOYER NEEDS We have live vacancies you can apply for today! Intraining in conjunction with West Lancashire College offer an extensive range of programmes including: Plumbing, Bricklaying, Motor Vehicle, Plastering, Joinery, Electrical Installation. Hairdressing, Business Administration, Customer Services, Health and Social Care, Management, Playwork, Team Leading, Warehousing and Storage, Children s Development, IT Application Specialist, Court, Cleaning and Environmental Services. WE WILL SUPPORT YOU WITH: CV preparation interview techniques the interview process TO FIND OUT MORE, SIMPLY COME ALONG TO AN ENROLMENT SESSION LISTED ON PAGE 4 OR CALL THE APPRENTICESHIP TEAM ON 01695 52426. WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE FREE-OF-CHARGE* SKILLS TRAINING TO LOCAL BUSINESSES. SKILLS SUPPORT FOR THE WORKFORCE IS A NEW INITIATIVE FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM SIZED COMPANIES AND COULD HELP MEET YOUR COMPANIES TRAINING NEEDS. WE CAN SUPPORT YOUR BUSINESS BY: Giving employees the opportunity to learn new and relevant skills Improving staff motivation and productivity Providing bespoke courses If you would like to up-skill both new and long serving employees to a standard that will ensure adding value to your business, find out more by calling 01695 52304 or email enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk *The Skills Support for the Workforce programme is funded by the European Social Fund and co-financed by the Skills Funding Agency, so training is FREE to businesses that lie within Lancashire and employ less than 250 employees. To qualify employees must be 19+ and contracted to 8+ hours per week.

30 PROFESSIONAL COURSES WE ARE PLEASED TO OFFER A RANGE OF SHORT COURSES AND TRAINING PACKAGES RECOGNISED AND EXTERNALLY ACCREDITED BY NATIONAL AWARDING BODIES INCLUDING: Health and Safety Emergency First Aid at Work Paediatric First Aid NEBOSH General Certificate Moving and Handling Fire Marshal Infection Control Food Hygiene Dementia Awareness Safe Handling of Medicines Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults Team Leading Level 2 Management Level 3 and 5 Customer Service Level 2 and 3 DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR GROUP BOOKINGS AND ALSO PACKAGE DEALS AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS OF COURSES TAKEN AT ONCE. SAFEGUARDING We are committed to safeguarding and ensuring all learners experience a secure, safe and welcoming environment in which they can fulfil their potential. We are also committed to assisting students to develop the skills necessary to take responsibility for their own safety. Specific policies and procedures are in place to safeguard young people (students under 18 years of age) and vulnerable adults; these are robust and are reviewed regularly. Procedures are in place to take all reasonable measures to ensure risk is minimised and appropriate action is taken to address welfare concerns of young people and vulnerable adults. West Lancashire College welcomes diversity in its student population - valuing differences in race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief, class and age. We actively oppose discrimination, aim to remove all conditions that put people at a disadvantage, strive to improve access and to provide outstanding support. We are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment. We have produced a NCG Equality Scheme which sets out our response to statutory obligations and our approach to the active promotion of equality and diversity. Please discuss your support needs with us and we will make every reasonable effort to make adjustments to help you succeed. For further details on prices, start dates or if the course you are looking for does not appear in the above list, please contact 01695 52490 or vicky.heyes@westlancs.ac.uk DISCLAIMER We would like to express our sincere thanks to Lancashire County Council Adult Learning Service for their continued commitment to adult education throughout West Lancashire. Without their support, many of our art, craft and leisure interest courses could not be offered. Every effort is made to ensure that the information contained in this booklet is correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right however, to make alterations or amendments to the details contained in this booklet. Courses will operate subject to sufficient numbers. Classes run in schools are offered courtesy of the school authorities, College access to some facilities may be restricted.

Skelmersdale Campus College Way Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 6DX (WN8 6LH for Sat Nav) West Lancashire Construction Academy Glebe Road Gillibrands Industrial Estate Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 9JP Ormskirk Campus Hants Lane Ormskirk Lancashire L39 1PX www.westlancs.ac.uk enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk 01695 52300