Courses for Year 10 & 11s 2015-16

Courses for Year 10 & 11s 2015-16 Building vocational skills for progression and employment Success Starts Here Willesden Wembley Park

Contents Welcome 3 General Information 4 Course Fees & Entry Requirements 5 Day Release Courses (Yrs 10 &11) 6 Health & Social Care 6 First Award in Child s Play AND First Award in Health & Social Care g(edexcel) Hair & Beauty 7 Certificate in Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector Entry 3/Level 1 (VTCT) Motor Vehicle Mechanics Diploma in Vehicle Systems Entry 3 (City & Guilds) 8 Construction 9 Diploma in Construction Level 1 (Edexcel) ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) 10 Cambridge ESOL Entry 2 - Level 1 Catering & Hospitality 10 Certificate in Introduction to Hospitality & Catering Industry Level 1 (ABC) Full Time Courses 11 Vocational Tasters (Yr 11) 11 BTEC Certificate in Vocational Studies Level 1, Adult Literacy, Adult Numeracy & BTEC Level 1 Award in Applied Science Full Time Construction 12 BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Construction, Functional Skills English, Functional Skills Maths, BTEC Level 1 Award in Applied Science Full Time Mechanics 13 Level 1 Diploma in Mechanics, Functional Skills English, Functional Skills Maths, BTEC Level 1 Award in Applied Science Infill (Yr 11) 14 A range of mainstream courses that students can join Discrete Courses 15 Specifically Designed for Schools Requirements

Welcome Here at the College of North West London, we deliver a wide range of vocational courses on our school links programme. We deliver fully accredited programmes with many teachers who are experts in their fields. There is also a team of Young Learner Support Workers dedicated to supporting & improving the success rates of our 14-16 Year olds. Choosing to study with us means gaining valuable qualifications and a taste of what to expect in employment. It is also a fantastic stepping stone to future work, apprenticeships or study. We work in close partnership with local schools to deliver the most appropriate, creative and interesting courses we can. As a result, we can offer young people a valuable chance to move more quickly towards their chosen careers and to study in a more mature environment. HELEN CRABTREE 14-16 Link Manager Success starts here Our 14-16 provision is well-established with client schools and LEAs across north and west London. Over half of our 14-16 students progress to full-time courses with us after Year 11, with the majority of those that do not going on to other college and sixth forms. Our annual achievement ceremony is an occasion when learners, with their schools and families, get to celebrate the work and success of the year. Special awards are given to students with exceptional achievement by the College s Principal, Andy Cole. 3

General Information Taster Days are offered to support students in choosing the right course for them. Courses can then be delivered in the following ways: Groups of pupils from different schools A whole group of students from one school Individual students joining a mainstream 16-19 course How to Apply If a student wants to apply for a course their school or education authority needs to fill in a referral form and send it to one of our team. (Referral forms are available from our web site www.cnwl.ac.uk/about-us/14-16 or by contacting us) If a school wishes to commission a discrete course for some of their students, please speak to Helen Crabtree, 14-16 Link Manager. 14-16 Team Contact Details Please feel free to contact us with any questions or queries 14-16 Link Manager Helen Crabtree helen.crabtree@cnwl.ac.uk 020 8208 5112 Young Learner Support Workers Marvin Blake marvin.blake@cnwl.ac.uk 020 8208 5384 Daron Osbourne daron.osbourne@cnwl.ac.uk 020 8208 5383 Casey Hartigan attends St George s School in Maida Vale, and comes to CNWL one day a week to study hairdressing, saying It is a great chance to do something I enjoy. She took part in the Association of Hairdressers and Therapists regional competition, finishing 2nd in the Evening Style with Ornamentation category. I am still learning new styles to impress the judges even more when I go to the national finals. 4

Timetable Taster Day: Wednesday 29 April 2015 Referral Deadline: Friday 22 May 2015 Main Interview & Assessment Day: Friday 12 June 2015 Results of Interviews & Assessment: within 2 weeks of Interview date Entry Requirements For all of our courses, students will need to attend an interview and assessment day to ensure they are placed on the right course. Entry Level 3 Courses Entry Level 3 courses are especially designed for students who want to study vocational subjects. The entry requirements are an interest in the chosen course and a commitment to attending regularly & working hard. Students need to have a basic level of literacy and numeracy and typically will have achieved Level 2 or 3 in their Yr 9 SATs. Level 1 Courses Level 1 Courses are typically aimed at students who gained Levels 3 and 4 in their Key Stage 3 SATs. Students will need to demonstrate their interest & commitment to their chosen course. Level 2 Courses Level 2 courses are typically aimed at students who gained Level 5s in the core subjects in their Year 9 SATs. Students will need to demonstrate their interest & commitment to their chosen course. Special Requirements Some courses require special equipment or clothing. These will be provided by the college and paid for by the sponsor. Costs are listed in the course listings. Students will need to bring writing equipment to all classes. We are an inclusive college, so we can support students with Learning Needs with our own support staff or with support staff provided by the school. We encourage schools / sponsors to arrange visits to their students on a termly basis to check on their progress and generally how they are doing. College reports are sent out every term to sponsors and parents. Lunch Vouchers Students receiving free school meals can be provided with CNWL Lunch Vouchers to the value of 2.50 to be used in our canteen. This must be agreed & paid for by the school or education authority. Enrichment Coming to College is educational and fun. Each term, 14-16 learners are invited to take part in an enjoyable extra-curricular activity. Examples include paintballing, abseiling, high ropes, bowling and visits to theme parks. Costs* Price per student per year Additional Costs Day Release Vocational Taster Infill 1 Day per week over 2 Years Full Time course (Yr 11 only) Full Time course for 1 Year 1620 Protective Equipment Equipment sets (dependent on course) 6600 Protective Equipment 5260 Protective Equipment Equipment sets (dependent on course) Discrete Courses Can be designed according to a school s needs Variable Dependent on group size & course Variable * Correct at time of going to print

Understanding the Levels The levels we use in colleges are different to those used in schools. See below for a simplified explanation. However, please remember that these are vocational qualifications usually completed by adults so it is usual to start at Entry Level or Level 1 in order to build up your skills. College Levels Entry Level Level 1 Level 2 Equivalent School Levels Pre-GCSE GCSEs Grades D - G GCSEs Grades A*-C Day Release Courses Day release courses allow Year 10 & 11 learners to continue with their GCSEs at school while studying a vocational course on one day per week over two years. Learners attend the College on Thursdays in Year 10 and Tuesdays in Year 11. First Award in Child s Play AND First Award in Health & Social Care (2 Qualifications) Level 1/2 Exam Board Edexcel (600/4782/3) and (600/6814/0) Full Day 2 Years Willesden Course Content: This course is a good stepping stone for careers in the caring professions such as childcare, nursery nursing or social work. The work is organised into written and practical work-related tasks that go towards your overall assessment. Some of the units you will cover include Sharing Learning Experiences with Children Healthy Living Growth & Development of Children Supporting Babies to Play Preparing for your next steps Entry Requirements: It is important that you have an interest in working with children and an understanding of the professional standards required in this field. You will need to have a Criminal Records Bureau Check. You should also have achieved Levels 3 or 4 and 4 or above in your Key Stage 3 SATs. Sound oral and written communication skills are important Progression: You can progress onto Level 2 Health & Social Care or Early Years courses. You may also move onto a relevant Apprenticeship Specialist Equipment: None 6

Certificate in Introduction to The Hair & Beauty Sector Level Yr 10 Entry Level 3, Yr 11 Level 1 Exam Board VTCT Full Day 2 Years Wembley Course Content: This course is the one for you if you are interested in the hair & beauty industry. It gives you practical skills in areas such as Hair dressing Mandatory Units are: Skin Care Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector Nail Art Presenting a Professional Image in a Salon Salon skills Entry Requirements: You should have an interest in hairdressing or beauty therapy and have gained Levels 3 or 4 in your Key Stage 3 SATs. Progression: Level 2 Hairdressing Apprenticeship, NVQ in Hair or Beauty or Salon placement. Specialist Equipment: Hair & Nail Kit ( 150) A student at Whitefield School, Gracie Warren comes to CNWL one day a week to study hairdressing. She excelled in her class and entered the Association of Hairdressers and Therapists regional competition, ending up as winner in the Evening Style with Ornamentation category. It was really exciting when it was announced I was the winner, she says. We had put in a lot of hard work and had good teaching at the college. Now I am practicing at college, and at home every day, to perfect my work for when I go to the national finals, held in Blackpool. 7

Diploma in Vehicle Systems Level Entry 3 Exam Board City & Guilds Full Day 2 Years Willesden Course Content: This is a good course for you if you are interested in car maintenance. You will learn the basics of repairing and refinishing cars and vehicle body repair. The course covers core skills of the industry including: Body Spray Body Repair Panel Beating Alternators Tyres & Exhausts Steering Pumps Spot Welding Entry Requirements: It is important that you have an interest in vehicle maintenance & mechanics. You will need a basic level of literacy & numeracy to complete this course and will typically have achieved Level 3s or above in your Key Stage 3 SATs. Progression: Level 1 Diplomas or other courses in motor vehicle maintenance. Successful completion of these Level 1 courses allow you to apply for apprenticeship positions in the sector. Specialist Equipment: Overalls & Boots ( 38) 8

Diploma in Construction Level 1 Exam Board Edexcel (500/6591/9) Full Day 2 Years Willesden Course Content: This is a good course if you would like to enter a wide range of careers in Painting, Decorating, Carpentry, Plumbing & Bricklaying. This Diploma is well recognised in the industry and the course is organised into 4 skills sectors: Painting & Decorating Carpentry & Joinery Bricklaying Plumbing The classes are a mix of practical & theory and in each area you will complete workrelated tasks & assessments to develop your skills. Entry Requirements: You need to have a genuine interest in the construction industry. You should also have achieved Levels 3 & 4 or above in your Yr 9 SATs. Progression: Level 2 Construction Apprenticeship or Level 2 construction-related course. Specialist Equipment: Boots & Overalls ( 38) Whenever I am stuck on a piece of work, the tutors always do their best to help me get through by offering good one to one advice and support to make me understand. I plan to work my way up through all the levels in Construction and eventually get a job in Plumbing or Electronics. Reece Bidace 9

Level Exam Board Certificate in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Entry 2 to Level 1 (1 qual each year at appropriate level) Cambridge Full Day 2 Years Willesden Course Content: This two-year course is designed specifically for students who have English as a second language and will be taking their GCSEs in Year 11. At the end of each academic year they will gain a Cambridge ESOL Certificate (Speaking, Reading and writing) and will move up two ESOL levels in the two years in order to reach their full potential in their GCSEs. Topics covered include: Reading for Information Understanding exam questions Comprehension Sentence Structure Grammar Entry Requirements: Students begin at the right level for them, following an English assessment Specialist Equipment: None Punctuation Study Skills Writing skills and essays Exam techniques Speaking Skills Science and maths technical language Certificate in Introduction to Hospitality & Catering Industry Level 1 Exam Board ABC Awards Full Day 2 Years Wembley Course Content: This is a great course for people who would like careers in catering or hospitality. We have a fully functioning restaurant and kitchens in which you will study. In the First Year, you will gain your Certificate in General Cookery and in the second year, you will gain the Certificate in Food & Beverage Service. Units will include Basic Food Preparation & Cooking Basic Drinks Preparation & Serving Healthy Eating Using Kitchen Equipment Food Service Customer Service in Hospitality Entry Requirements: An interest in the catering or hospitality industry is essential. You will also need to be hard-working and have a good basic standard of reading and writing. You should have achieved Level 3 or above in your Year 9 SATs. Progression: Apprenticeship or Skilled Work, Level 2 qualifications in Catering or Hospitality Specialist Equipment: Catering Whites 25 (compulsory) & Ingredients 120 10

Full-Time Courses Vocational Tasters Qualifications BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies, Functional Skills Literacy, Functional Skills Numeracy, BTEC Level 1 Award in Applied Science Level Exam Board 1 (with possibility to do a higher or lower level in Literacy & Numeracy) Edexcel 5 days per week 1 Year Willesden Course Content: This is a really good course for students who want to experience a range of vocational subjects and improve their English, Maths & Science Knowledge. Students will take a range of vocational subjects that may include: Sport Painting & Decorating Bricklaying Plastering Vehicle Bodywork Motor Vehicle Maintenance Electrical Installation Plumbing Study programme Students also study English (usually at Level 1 but with possibility of doing a higher or lower level) and Maths (usually at Level 1 but with possibility of doing a higher or lower level) IT (usually at Level 1 but with possibility of doing a higher or lower level) Applied Science (BTEC Level 1 Award) Entry Requirements: Students should be interested in practical subjects and keen to do more of these. A basic level of literacy & numeracy is needed. You should have achieved at least a Level 3 in your Yr 9 SATs. Progression: A range of Level 1 or 2 courses in a range of practical subjects, depending on how well you do in English, Maths & the different vocational tasters. Specialist Equipment: Boots & Overalls ( 38), Sports Clothes & Shoes 11

Full Time Construction Qualifications BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Construction, Functional Skills English, Functional Skills Maths, BTEC Level 1 Award in Applied Science with possibility for most able to do GCSE English and Maths Level Exam Board 1 (with possibility to do a higher or lower level in Literacy & Numeracy) Edexcel 5 days per week 1 Year Willesden Course Content: This course is ideal for students who want a career in construction and wish to continue improving their skills in the core subjects of Maths, English and Science. There will also be 1 hour of sport per week and a range of enrichment activities. Students get a good grounding in the main construction areas and will be able to specialise in the future or continue on general construction courses. Subjects covered: Plastering Tiling Carpentry Plumbing Painting & Decorating Bricklaying Electrical Installation Basic Household Repairs Study programme Students also study English (usually at Level 1 but with possibility of doing a higher or lower level) and Maths (usually at Level 1 but with possibility of doing a higher or lower level) and IT (usually at Level 1 but with possibility of doing a higher or lower level) Applied Science (BTEC Level 1 Award) Entry Requirements: Students should be interested in a career in one or more of the construction trades. A basic level of literacy & numeracy is needed. You should have achieved at least a Level 3 in your Yr 9 SATs. Progression: A range of Level 1 or 2 courses in a range of practical subjects, depending on how well you do in English, Maths & the different vocational tasters. Specialist Equipment: Boots & Overalls ( 38), Sports Clothes & Shoes 12

Full Time Mechanics Qualifications Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance Level 1, Functional Skills English, Functional Skills Maths, BTEC Level 1 Award in Applied Science with possibility for most able to do GCSE English and Maths Level Exam Board 1 (with possibility to do a higher or lower level in Literacy & Numeracy) Edexcel 5 days per week 1 Year Willesden Course Content: This course is ideal for students who want a career in vehicle maintenance or vehicle body repair and wish to continue improving their skills in the core subjects of Maths, English and Science. There will also be 1 hour of sport per week and a range of enrichment activities. Students get a good grounding in the main vehicle maintenance areas and will be able to specialise in the future or continue on general vehicle maintenance courses. Subjects covered: Basic Vehicle Valeting Spark Ignition Engine Systems, Components & Operations Compression Engine Systems Steering & Suspension Systems Vehicle Braking Systems Routine Vehicle Maintenance Vehicle Wheels and Tyres Vehicle Exhaust Systems Simple Paint Spraying Body Repair Practices & Procedures Study programme Students also study English (usually at Level 1 but with possibility of doing a higher or lower level) and Maths (usually at Level 1 but with possibility of doing a higher or lower level), and IT (usually at Level 1 but with possibility of doing a higher or lower level) Applied Science (BTEC Level 1 Award) Entry Requirements: Students should be interested in a career in one or more of the vehicle maintenance trades. A basic level of literacy & numeracy is needed. You should have achieved at least a Level 3 in your Yr 9 SATs. Progression: A range of Level 1 or 2 courses in a range of practical subjects, depending on how well you do in English, Maths & the different vocational tasters. Specialist Equipment: Boots & Overalls ( 38), Sports Clothes & Shoes 13

Level Exam Board Infill Courses Qualifications Any appropriate qualification from our mainstream 16-19 Range of Courses Dependent on ability & course choice A Range Full time (minimum 14 hours per week) 1 Year Willesden or Wembley Students can choose from a range of mainstream courses at Entry Level, Level 1 or Level 2. Subjects include English as a Second Language Hair & Beauty Catering Media Health & Social care Childcare Science Computing Business Construction Motor Vehicle Engineering Electrical Engineering Plumbing 14

Discrete Courses Specifically Designed for a School s Requirements Here at the College of North West London, we have a history of successfully running a range of courses specifically designed to meet the needs of a group of students & help them gain the most appropriate qualifications possible. Schools can either commission a whole group or join together with another school to create a group together. Courses could last two years, a year or just a term with students spending anywhere between half a day and a full week in college dependent on the sponsor s wishes. We are currently having great success with our groups from mainstream schools, specialist schools & Education authorities in Brent, Harrow & Camden. Some of these groups specialise in a particular Vocational Qualification such as Construction, Building Crafts, Beauty Therapy or Health & Social Care BTECs, whilst others have opted the BTEC in Vocational Studies which allows students to study units in a range of vocational fields. Yet other sponsors commission us to run courses specific to need such as ESOL courses or literacy & numeracy courses. Subject areas we cover are English as a Second Language Hair & Beauty Catering Media Health & Social care Childcare Science Computing Business Construction Services Motor Vehicle Engineering Electrical Engineering Typically, a group of 12 students would cost around 15,000-20,000 per year for one day per week over a year, dependent on the type of course you require To discuss the setting up of a discrete group, please contact Helen Crabtree 14-16 Links Manager 02082085112 helen.crabtree@cnwl.ac.uk 15

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