Learning for skills and employment

Learning for Skillsand Employment

Flip brochure for Personal and Developmental Learning section

London Borough of HillingdonAdult and Community Learning

Courses 2011/12

Contents

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Facilities, Centres and Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Learning for Skills and Employment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Adults with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Children, Young People, Health and Social Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Floristry and Horticulture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Life and Employment Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Getting a foot on the ladder of employment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Teacher Training & Access to HE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Enrolling on your course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Information, Advice and Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Enrolment and Learning Agreement Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Finding a course that suits you . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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2 Hillingdon Adult and Community Learning | Courses 2011/2012 | Please contact the relevant centre for your chosen course

WelcomeWelcome to a wealth of opportunity in adult learning .

We are pleased to be offering another packed brochure of adult and community learning courses and activities, providing a wide range of choice throughout the borough .

The council takes pride in supporting residents and are committed to maintaining low fees on courses and support learning opportunities that do not enjoy financial support from central government, but which are valued by our residents .

During a recent Ofsted Inspection, Hillingdon Adult and Community Learning was graded as good overall with some outstanding features . Ofsted commented that, ‘A strong feature of the service is the safe and welcoming atmosphere and high quality accommodation .’

They mentioned that ‘Learners across all subject areas make good progress, gain confidence and develop personal, employment and social skills .’

Our brochure this year is divided into two sections:•PersonalandDevelopmentalLearning•LearningforSkillsandEmployment

The Personal and Developmental Learning section explores both formal and informal courses in order to enrich lives, communities and the economy .

The Learning for Skills and Employment section of the brochure has details on a range of courses that lead to a national qualification and can get you started in your career and see you through to fully-qualified status .

Our aim, in partnership with the Skills Funding Agency and YPLA, is to give you an opportunity to undertake a high quality course of study, be it for your own personal pleasure, to gain a vocational qualification, or to enhance your employment opportunities .

I wish everyone well with their chosen course of study .

Cllr David SimmondsCabinet Member for Education & Children’s Services

Please note due to the full rollout of Hillingdon Adult and Community Learning’s accommodation strategy to upgrade all adult learning centres, the location of courses described in this brochure may need to change .

If the location of your course needs to be changed you will be advised on enrolment .

Where locations are changed the Service will, wherever possible, ensure that the nearest available centre to the one advertised will be used .

Hillingdon Adult and Community Learning | Courses 2011/2012 | Please contact the relevant centre for your chosen course 3

Facilities, Centres and LocationsCar ParksHillingdon Adult and Community Learning has limited or no parking at most sites . Learners are therefore responsible for their own parking arrangements .

Wheelchair AccessAll our centres are accessible to people in wheelchairs .

Centre Opening TimesCentres are open from 9am – 5pm daily and during the evenings inline with courses running . Outside of these hours answer machines will take messages and we will return your call .

Brookfield Adult Learning Centre (ALC)Park Road Uxbridge UB8 1NP Tel: 01895 254 766 Fax: 01895 273 182 brookfield@hillingdongrid .net

Harlington ALCHarlington Community School Pinkwell Lane Hayes UB3 1PB Tel: 020 8569 1613 Fax: 020 8573 0468 harlington@hillingdongrid .net

Longmead ALC Laurel Lane West Drayton UB7 7TX Tel: 01895 671 962 longmead@hillingdongrid .net

Rosedale ALC(Enrol at Harlington ALC)Rosedale College Wood End Green Road Hayes UB3 2SE Tel: 020 8569 1613 rosedale@hillingdongrid .net

South Ruislip ALCVictoria RoadRuislip HA4 0JETel: 020 8384 4170southruislip@hillingdongrid .net

Ruislip Manor Library and Community Resource Centre Linden Avenue Ruislip Manor HA4 8TWTel: 01895 671 975ruislipmanor@hillingdongrid .net

Stockley ALC (Enrol at Harlington ALC)Park View Road Yiewsley West Drayton UB8 3GA Tel: 020 8569 1613 stockleypark@hillingdongrid .net

Below is a table showing the Enrolment Centre for locations other than our main Adult Learning Centres.

Code beginning Enrolment centreSX Contact Longmead ALCRX Contact Ruislip Manor LibraryRY Contact South Ruislip ALC


South Ruislip ALCServed by 114 bus & South Ruislip Tube Station

Northwood

Harefield

Ruislip

Uxbridge

Yeading

M40/A40

M4

Hayes

Heathrow

Longmead ALCServed by U3 bus & West Drayton Train Station

Stockley ALCServed by U2/U5 buses & West Drayton Train Station Harlington ALC

Served by U4 bus & Hayes/Harlington Train Station

Ruislip Manor Library & Community Resource Centre Served by 114/398/H13 buses & Ruislip Manor Tube Station

Rosedale ALCServed by 427/H98 & U7 buses

Brookfield ALCServed by U1/2 buses & Uxbridge Tube Station

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Welcome to this section of the brochure, which gives you lots of information about our range of courses that lead to a national qualification . We have courses that get you started in your career and see you through to fully-qualified status . Some of these are short courses of less than one term, especially those that introduce a subject . Others are longer, more demanding courses that lead to higher level qualifications . Our tutors are dual professionals, qualified both in their subject areas and as teachers . We have high expectations of ourselves and the standards we set for our learners . Have a look on the website for more specific course information, but here’s an introduction to give you a flavour of what’s available .

If you’d like to work professionally with children and young people in a pre-school or day care setting, why not try one of our Certificate or Diploma courses? If you’re already volunteering in a school and would like a qualification to help you get a permanent position then our Supporting Teaching and Learning courses might be for you .

Would you rather work from home as a Registered Childminder? Then come and join our childminding course, Setting up a Home-based Childcare Service (CYPOP5), the first stop in your professional childminding career . This course allows you to apply for your registration with Ofsted and we work closely with the London Borough of Hillingdon Early Years Team who will support you in your Ofsted application .

Maybe you’re keen to volunteer in your free time but are not sure where to begin . We run courses that support you in your role as a community volunteer and allow you to achieve a qualification at the same time . Perhaps you want to volunteer to help your child improve their English or Maths, or to support

adult learners with those skills . We’d love to meet you, as we run a wide volunteering programme and we’d appreciate your help . Come and see us about one of our volunteering courses and we’ll tell you all about it .

Have you always wanted to go to university and study for a degree but thought you were under-qualified? Come and ask us about our range of programmes that lead you towards that university entrance, such as Access to HE . We work in partnership with Bucks New University to ensure that our courses are relevant and at the right level to help you to move onto degree level study .

Perhaps you’ve always had a flair for floristry and want to build a career doing something you enjoy? Have a look at our wide range of high quality floristry courses or pop along and talk to us at one of our Open Days .

Don’t worry if your study skills are rusty or you’ve forgotten those school maths . We can offer you just the right Study Support course to brush up those essay writing and maths skills so you’re ready to move into your career .

Maybe you’re interested in complementary therapies or perhaps you’re a good listener . Have a look at our introductory Complementary Therapy courses to see if they’re for you . We also offer a range of Counselling courses, from beginners to higher levels, with industry-based qualifications to get you on the road to joining the profession . Drop into an Open Day or telephone to make an initial assessment appointment for more information .

Are you looking for work? If you’d like to update your CV or would just like some support in searching

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out the right position for you, why not come along to one of our FREE drop-in Job Shop sessions . We can help you brush up those rusty interview skills in one 2-hour session, but if you’d like a bit more support you can go on to join our Work Club, where you can meet other job-seekers for support and encouragement in getting that job .

Planning to start your own business? Our Enterprising Attitudes workshop might be just the thing for you . This two-day workshop provides you with lots of helpful information when starting your own business and includes visits by guest speakers who share their expertise with you to help you avoid some of those common mistakes . If you’d like a bit more support, you can join our Enterprise Club, where like-minded people can come together regularly to compare experiences and ideas and to grow that all-important business network .

We also run a wide range of courses for adults with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, including our full-time Working in a Supported Environment course, a demanding course that leads to a national qualification in Horticulture, Catering and/or Business Administration . Why not come along to one of our ALDD Open Days to find out more about the choices we can offer you?

Could you boost your confidence by brushing up your reading, writing, spelling or grammar? We run Everyday English and Maths classes at family-friendly times throughout the borough . We also run English classes for speakers of other languages (ESOL) which cater for beginner learners through to improvers and beyond . Just call 0208 569 1614 to

book your appointment to come and see us so we can make sure you choose the right class for you .

Are you on Jobseekers Allowance? Course fees vary depending on individual circumstances so give us a call or pop in for a chat for some guidance about course hours and costs to help make the right decision for you .

We meet every learner individually prior to enrolment on our qualification courses and identify their starting point to make sure the course is the right choice for them . Just telephone a centre to book into an initial assessment session or drop into one of our Open Days to meet the team and get more information about the right course for you .


Adults with Learning Difficulties and/or DisabilitiesHillingdon Adult and Community Learning is proud of the range and quality of the courses it provides for learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities .

We are pleased to announce some new and exciting opportunities in response to learners’ expressed needs in addition to our established programme .

For the chance to learn new skills and meet new people in a friendly environment, one of our Creative Skills courses will be right for you . These run in 10-week blocks, for 2-hours per session, starting in September, January and April .

From September we are running a new suite of Towards Independence courses .If you’d like to improve your English and IT skills or learn how to manage your money, one of our Personal and Social Development courses could be for you .

We also offer a full-time Foundation Learning course, WISE programme, over 3 days a week that develops vocational skills in Horticulture, Business Administration or Catering . This is a demanding course that includes classroom-based activities and a weekly practical placement, whilst improving English, Maths and IT Skills .

All the opportunities listed above and contained within the course listings are suitable for adult learners of any age, however, we feel that our Foundation Learning course is particularly relevant for learners aged 16-25, who are leaving school and wish to pursue a college vocational course .

Learners are able to access extra learning support and use adaptive equipment to suit their individual needs and help them to achieve their learning goals .

Adults with learning difficulties and/or disabilities may also like to join our thriving advocacy group, the ALDD Forum, which meets regularly to discuss issues related to their experiences within Adult Education .

We’d love to see you at one of our ALDD Open Days and we’ll help you to choose the best course for you or contact our Curriculum Office on 01895 671967 .


Course title Code Level Location Day Start date Length Time A £ B £ C £ D £

Creative Skills

Introduction to flower arranging BB101D Entry Brookfield Mon 12 Sep 11 10 10:00-12:00 182 167 n/a 222

Introduction to flower arranging BB102D Entry Brookfield Mon 09 Jan 12 10 10:00-12:00 182 167 n/a 222

Introduction to flower arranging BB103D Entry Brookfield Mon 23 Apr 12 10 10:00-12:00 182 167 n/a 222

Practical Crafts BB104DQ Entry Brookfield Mon 12 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 194 149 45 315

Practical Workshop - sew your own BB203DQ Entry Brookfield Tue 13 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 193 148 44 314

Creative Arts* BB201DQ L1 Brookfield Tue 13 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 194 149 45 315

Digital Photography* BB202DQ L1 Brookfield Tue 13 Sep 11 30 09:30-12:30 318 252 95 499

Fashion* BB301DQ L1 Brookfield Wed 14 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 223 178 74 344

Cooking for pleasure RD501D Mixed Rosedale Fri 16 Sep 11 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Cooking for pleasure RD502D Mixed Rosedale Fri 16 Sep 11 10 13:00-15:00 72 57 n/a 112

Cooking for pleasure RD503D Mixed Rosedale Fri 13 Jan 12 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Cooking for pleasure RD504D Mixed Rosedale Fri 13 Jan 12 10 13:00-15:00 72 57 n/a 112

Cooking for pleasure RD505D Mixed Rosedale Fri 27 Apr 12 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Cooking for pleasure RD506D Mixed Rosedale Fri 27 Apr 12 10 13:00-15:00 72 57 n/a 112

Informal creative opportunities BB401D Mixed Brookfield Thu 15 Sep 11 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Informal creative opportunities BB402D Mixed Brookfield Thu 15 Sep 11 10 13:00-15:00 72 57 n/a 112

Informal creative opportunities BB403D Mixed Brookfield Thu 12 Jan 12 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Informal creative opportunities BB404D Mixed Brookfield Thu 12 Jan 12 10 13:00-15:00 72 57 n/a 112

Informal creative opportunities BB405D Mixed Brookfield Thu 26 Apr 12 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Informal creative opportunities BB406D Mixed Brookfield Thu 26 Apr 12 10 13:00-15:00 72 57 n/a 112

Informal photographic opportunities LL401D Mixed Longmead Thu 15 Sep 11 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Informal photographic opportunities LL402D Mixed Longmead Thu 12 Jan 12 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Informal photographic opportunities LL403D Mixed Longmead Thu 26 Apr 12 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Preparation for Independence

English in everyday life LL301DQ Entry Longmead Wed 14 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 189 144 40 310

Maths in everyday life LL302DQ Entry Longmead Wed 14 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 189 144 40 310

Workright LL101DQ Entry Longmead Mon 12 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 183 138 34 304

FLC/Wise Year 1* BB801DQ FL Brookfield 3 Days TBA

12 Sep 11 30 09:30-15:30 662 552 82 1134

FLC/Wise Year 2* BB802DQ FL Brookfield 3 Days TBA

14 Sep 11 30 09:30-15:30 662 552 82 1134

Work and Towards Independence

Personal and Social Development BB302DQ E1 Brookfield Wed 14 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 189 144 40 310

Personal and Social Development BB407DQ E1 Brookfield Thu 15 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 189 144 40 310

Personal and Social Development BB501DQ E1 Brookfield Fri 16 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 189 144 40 310

Personal and Social Development LL102DQ E1 Longmead Mon 12 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 189 144 40 310

Personal and Social Development LL201DQ E1 Longmead Tue 13 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 189 144 40 310

Healthy Living/Healthy Lifestyle RS201DQ Entry South Ruislip Tue 24 Apr 12 10 10:00-12:00 90 75 40 130

Healthy Living/Healthy Lifestyle RS501DQ Entry South Ruislip Fri 27 Apr 12 10 13:00-15:00 90 75 40 130

Making Music LL501DQ Entry Longmead Fri 16 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 198 153 49 319

Making Music LL502DQ Entry Longmead Fri 16 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 198 153 49 319

Making Pictures BB105DQ Entry Brookfield Mon 12 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 203 158 54 324

Making Pictures HH301DQ Entry Harlington Wed 14 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 203 158 54 324

Making Pictures HH302DQ Entry Harlington Wed 14 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 203 158 54 324

Meal Preparation and Cooking RD101DQ Entry Rosedale Mon 12 Sep 11 30 09:30-12:30 282 216 59 463

Meal Preparation and Cooking RD201DQ Entry Rosedale Tue 13 Sep 11 30 09:30-12:30 282 216 59 463

Meal Preparation and Cooking RD301DQ Entry Rosedale Wed 14 Sep 11 30 09:30-12:30 282 216 59 463


Photography BB303DQ Entry Brookfield Wed 14 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 198 153 49 319

Photography BB304DQ Entry Brookfield Wed 14 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 198 153 49 319

Pottery and ceramics HH401DQ Entry Harlington Thu 15 Sep 11 30 10:00-12:00 203 158 54 324

Pottery and ceramics HH402DQ Entry Harlington Thu 15 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 203 158 54 324

Using a computer BB502DQ Entry Brookfield Fri 16 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 193 148 44 314

Using a computer HH201DQ Entry Harlington Tue 13 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 193 148 44 314

Using a computer HH403DQ Entry Harlington Thu 15 Sep 11 30 13:00-15:00 193 148 44 314

Using a computer for pleasure BB106D Entry Brookfield Mon 12 Sep 11 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Using a computer for pleasure BB107D Entry Brookfield Mon 09 Jan 12 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Using a computer for pleasure BB108D Entry Brookfield Mon 23 Apr 12 10 10:00-12:00 72 57 n/a 112

Work In Supported Employment (W.I.S.E.)WISE is an innovative, community based project enabling adults with learning difficulties/disabilities to access work-based learning and work placements . Developing employment skills is a vital part of promoting social inclusion and the benefits are much more than just financial as it helps to build self-esteem and independence . It aims to improve the quality of life not only for the people with learning difficulties/disabilities but also their parents/carers, employers and their workforce .

We realise that entering the workplace is a challenging prospect for learners and their parents/carers . We are pleased to be able to act as a springboard and offer this programme to support learners and their families during this challenge .

Referrals are invited to the project from various sources, which may include: learners, parents/carers, personal tutors, social/care workers, charitable organizations and other agencies .

Personal and Social Development – What is it?The Personal and Social Development Qualification (PSD) offers imaginative ways of supporting people in:

•Becomingconfidentindividualswhoarephysically,emotionallyandsociallyhealthy.•Beingresponsiblecitizenswhomakeapositivecontributiontosocietyandembracechange.•Managingrisktogetherwiththeirownwellbeing.

In addition it introduces them to new activities and personal challenges from a range of units such as:•Communityaction•Healthyliving•Preparationforwork•Managingownmoney•Parentingawareness•Makingthemostofleisuretime•Environmentalawareness


Come and talk to us at one of our ALDD Open Days:

Day Date Location TimesMonday 4th July Longmead ALC 10:00-15:00Tuesday 5th July Longmead ALC 10 .00-15:00Wednesday 6th July Brookfield ALC 10:00-15:00


Working with children and young people can be rewarding as well as exciting and challenging . Every child is unique and they need well trained and caring professionals to help support their growth, learning and development to enable them to reach their full potential!

Maybe you are considering working in early years (0-5 years) in a pre-school or nursery; or with older children in primary or secondary school? Perhaps your choice is with support services, health and social care, children’s centres or in home based care (childminding)?

You will want to build your career on a strong foundation, and that’s exactly what our training courses will give you . Each course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and competencies needed to support children in our care, such as understanding and promoting children’s learning and development, partnership with parents, reflective practice, health and safety, emotional well-being, inclusion, safeguarding and welfare requirements .

Opportunities are open to:•menandwomenofanyage•thoselookingtoreturntowork•peoplefromallculturalbackgrounds•thoselookingforachangeincareerpath

Anybody with the right qualities, knowledge and skills can build a career working with children and young people.

We also offer a range of Counselling courses, from beginners to higher levels, with industry-based qualifications to get you on the road to joining the profession and introductory Complementary Therapy courses . Drop into an Open Day or telephone to make an initial assessment appointment for more information .

So what course would you like to do? If you are interested in changing your career, want to develop your working potential by gaining a recognised qualification or if you need to update your skills then, we have courses to suit all career pathways and choices, so why not contact us and find out more, we might just have the course you’re looking for!

Children, Young People, Health and Social Care


Children and Young People

Early Years, Children and Young People

Introduction to Health and Social Care* BB306EQ L1 Brookfield Wed 14 Sep 11 10 19:00-21:30 144 124 77 198

Introduction to Health and Social Care* BB307EQ L1 Brookfield Wed 11 Jan 12 10 19:00-21:30 144 124 77 198

Volunteering in a School based setting* BB210DQ L1 Brookfield Tue 17 Jan 12 10 09:30-12:00 107 87 40 161

Volunteering in a School based setting* BB211DQ L1 Brookfield Tue 08 May 12 10 09:30-12:00 107 87 40 161

Volunteering in a School based setting* BB310EQ L1 Brookfield Wed 18 Jan 12 10 19:00-21:30 107 87 40 161

Volunteering in a School based setting* BB412EQ L1 Brookfield Thu 15 Sep 11 10 19:00-21:30 107 87 40 161

Volunteering in a School based setting* BB413EQ L1 Brookfield Thu 10 May 12 10 19:00-21:30 107 87 40 161

Certificate in Playwork* BB205EQ L2 Brookfield Tue 24 Apr 12 32 18:30-21:30 412 337 118 651

Certificate in Playwork* BB409EQ L2 Brookfield Thu 12 Jan 12 32 18:30-21:30 412 337 118 651

Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning*

LL103DQ L2 Longmead Mon 12 Sep 11 24 09:30-15:00 448 369 118 716


LL104DQ L2 Longmead Mon 16 Apr 12 24 09:30-15:00 448 369 118 716


LL202DQ L2 Longmead Tue 10 Jan 12 24 09:30-15:00 448 369 118 716


LL303DQ L3 Longmead Wed 14 Sep 11 24 09:30-15:00 448 369 118 716


RS301DQ L3 South Ruislip Wed 25 Apr 12 24 09:30-15:00 448 369 118 716


RS401DQ L3 South Ruislip Thu 12 Jan 12 24 09:30-15:00 448 369 118 716

Award in Working in an Early Years Setting* BB204EQ L1 Brookfield Tue 13 Sep 11 10 18:30-21:30 156 133 77 220

Award in Working in an Early Years Setting* RD302EQ L1 Rosedale Wed 11 Jan 12 10 18:30-21:30 156 133 77 220

Award in Working in an Early Years Setting* RM201EQ L1 Ruislip Manor Tue 17 Apr 12 10 18:30-21:30 156 133 77 220

Certificate for Children and Young Peoples Workforce*

BB408DQ L2 Brookfield Thu 26 Apr 12 36 09:30-15:00 543 452 118 889

Certificate for Children and Young Peoples Workforce*

RM202DQ L2 Ruislip Manor Tue 13 Sep 11 36 09:30-15:00 543 452 118 889

Diploma for Children and Young Peoples Workforce*

BB109EQ L3 Brookfield Mon 31 Oct 11 52 18:30-21:30 717 607 137 1189


BB206EQ L3 Brookfield Tue 24 Apr 12 52 18:30-21:30 717 607 137 1189


BB305DQ L3 Brookfield Wed 11 Jan 12 42 09:30-15:00 717 607 137 1189

Setting up Homebased Childcare (Childminding)*

BB343E L3 Brookfield Wed 25 Apr 12 10 18:30-21:30 136 111 n/a 202


BB308E L3 Brookfield Wed 28 Sep 11 10 18:30-21:30 136 111 n/a 202


BB309E L3 Brookfield Wed 11 Jan 12 10 18:30-21:30 136 111 n/a 202


RD303E L3 Rosedale Wed 14 Sep 11 10 18:30-21:30 136 111 n/a 202


RD304E L3 Rosedale Wed 18 Jan 12 10 18:30-21:30 136 111 n/a 202


RD305E L3 Rosedale Wed 25 Apr 12 10 18:30-21:30 136 111 n/a 202


RM203D L3 Ruislip Manor Tue 04 Oct 11 10 09:30-12:30 136 111 n/a 202


RM204E L3 Ruislip Manor Tue 21 Feb 12 10 18:30-21:30 136 111 n/a 202


RM301E L3 Ruislip Manor Wed 09 May 12 10 18:30-21:30 136 111 n/a 202

Leadership and Management - CYPOP 3* BB410E L4 Brookfield Thu 15 Sep 11 10 18:30-21:30 136 111 n/a 202




Leadership and Management - CYPOP 3* BB411E L4 Brookfield Thu 12 Jan 12 10 18:30-21:30 136 111 n/a 202

Leadership and Management - CYPOP 3* RS402E L4 South Ruislip Thu 26 Apr 12 10 18:30-21:30 136 111

Complementary Studies

Indian Head Massage BB601D Mixed Brookfield Sat 17 Sep 11 1 day 09:30-15:00 32 29 n/a 41

Indian Head Massage BB602D Mixed Brookfield Sat 14 Jan 12 1 day 09:30-15:00 32 29 n/a 41

Indian Head Massage BB603D Mixed Brookfield Sat 05 May 12 1 day 09:30-15:00 32 29 n/a 41

Introduction to Aromatherapy BB135E Mixed Brookfield Mon 31 Oct 11 4 19:00-21:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Aromatherapy BB213D Mixed Brookfield Tue 08 Nov 11 4 13:00-15:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Aromatherapy BB136E Mixed Brookfield Mon 20 Feb 12 4 19:00-21:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Aromatherapy BB215D Mixed Brookfield Tue 21 Feb 12 4 13:00-15:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Aromatherapy BB137E Mixed Brookfield Mon 11 Jun 12 4 19:00-21:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Aromatherapy BB217D Mixed Brookfield Tue 19 Jun 12 4 13:00-15:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Basic Complementary Therapies

BB503D Mixed Brookfield Fri 16 Sep 11 6 09:30-14:00 92 74 n/a 140


BB504D Mixed Brookfield Fri 04 Nov 11 6 09:30-14:00 92 74 n/a 140


BB505D Mixed Brookfield Fri 13 Jan 12 6 09:30-14:00 92 74 n/a 140


BB507D Mixed Brookfield Fri 27 Apr 12 6 09:30-14:00 92 74 n/a 140


BB508D Mixed Brookfield Fri 15 Jun 12 6 09:30-14:00 92 74 n/a 140

Introduction to Massage BB110E Mixed Brookfield Mon 19 Sep 11 4 19:00-21:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Massage BB111E Mixed Brookfield Mon 16 Jan 12 4 19:00-21:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Massage BB112E Mixed Brookfield Mon 23 Apr 12 4 19:00-21:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Massage BB311D Mixed Brookfield Wed 21 Sep 11 4 13:00-15:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Massage BB312D Mixed Brookfield Wed 22 Feb 12 4 13:00-15:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Massage BB313D Mixed Brookfield Wed 13 Jun 12 4 13:00-15:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Reflexology BB113D Mixed Brookfield Mon 07 Nov 11 4 13:00-15:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Reflexology BB114D Mixed Brookfield Mon 20 Feb 12 4 13:00-15:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Reflexology BB115D Mixed Brookfield Mon 11 Jun 12 4 13:00-15:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Reflexology BB314E Mixed Brookfield Wed 21 Sep 11 4 19:00-21:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Reflexology BB315E Mixed Brookfield Wed 11 Jan 12 4 19:00-21:00 42 36 n/a 58

Introduction to Reflexology BB316E Mixed Brookfield Wed 25 Apr 12 4 19:00-21:00 42 36 n/a 58

Counselling

Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills* BB116DQ L2 Brookfield Mon 12 Sep 11 10 09:30-12:30 170 148 96 230

Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills* BB117DQ L2 Brookfield Mon 16 Jan 12 10 09:30-12:30 170 148 96 230

Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills* BB218EQ L2 Brookfield Tue 13 Sep 11 10 18:30-21:30 170 148 96 230

Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills* BB219EQ L2 Brookfield Tue 17 Jan 12 10 18:30-21:30 170 148 96 230

Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills* BB220EQ L2 Brookfield Tue 08 May 12 10 18:30-21:30 170 148 96 230

Certificate in Counselling Skills* BB317EQ L2 Brookfield Wed 14 Sep 11 30 18:15-21:30 474 408 251 655

Certificate in Counselling Skills* BB414EQ L2 Brookfield Thu 15 Sep 11 30 18:15-21:30 474 408 251 655

Certificate in Counselling Studies* BB318EQ L3 Brookfield Wed 14 Sep 11 30 18:15-21:30 474 408 251 655

All courses with a * require an interview before enrolment . You will be informed of this by a member of staff when you contact us to enrol .


Floristry and HorticultureWith many floristry and horticulture courses to choose from we are sure to have something that suits you .

The vocational floristry and horticulture courses that we are offering this year are regarded as the most widely recognised in the industry . We are offering NPTC and City & Guilds Level 1 provision with progression mapping through levels 2 and 3 to our new introduction of the NPTC Higher Diploma in Floristry Level 4 (ICSF) and RHS Level 2 qualifications (horticulture) . You will acquire many skills both technical and work based whilst working towards your qualification .

Learners are given opportunities to exhibit their work, across the borough on various projects and within established partnerships .

As well as offering accredited provision we are also offering an extensive suite of non-qualification provision in the floristry and horticulture department so why not come and try your hand at a short course or one day workshop?



Floristry & Horticulture

Floristry

Beginners Funeral Tributes(C&G)* BB324EQ En/L1 Brookfield Wed 11 Jan 12 10 18:30-21:30 138 116 64 198

Beginners Small Hand Tied items(C&G) * BB325EQ En/L1 Brookfield Wed 25 Apr 12 10 18:30-21:30 138 116 64 198

Beginners Traditional Flower Arrangements(C&G)*

BB326EQ En/L1 Brookfield Wed 14 Sep 11 10 18:30-21:30 138 116 64 198

NPTC Diploma in Landbased Studies* RM313DQ En/L1 Ruislip Manor Wed 14 Sep 11 35 09:30-15:00 533 446 141 852

Asian Weddings BB606D Int Brookfield Sat 12 Nov 11 2 10:00-15:00 106 98 n/a 126

Asian Weddings BB607D Int Brookfield Sat 28 Apr 12 2 10:00-15:00 106 98 n/a 126

NPTC Diploma in Floristry Level 2 * BB804DQ L2 Brookfield Mon/Tu 12 Sep 11 35 09:30-15:00 915 786 177 1516

NPTC Diploma in Floristry Level 2 * BB805EQ L2 Brookfield Mon/Tu 12 Sep 11 60 18:30-21:30 935 803 177 1552

NPTC Diploma in Floristry Level 2 * BB806DQ L2 Brookfield Wed/Th 11 Jan 12 35 09:30-15:00 915 786 177 1516

NPTC Diploma in Work Based Learning* RM507DQ L2 Ruislip Manor Fri 16 Sep 11 35 09:30-15:00 885 756 147 1486

NPTC Diploma in Floristry Level 3 * RM104DQ L3 Ruislip Manor Mon 12 Sep 11 60 09:00-17:00 1120 967 184 1882

NPTC Diploma in Workbased Learning Level 3*

BB807EQ L3 Brookfield Wed/Th 14 Sep 11 35 18:30-21:30 614 518 153 989

NPTC Higher Diploma in Floristry Level 4 * BB509DQ L4 Brookfield Fri 16 Sep 11 35 09:30-16:00 731 635 270 1106

Autumn Weddings BB608D Mixed Brookfield Sat 15 Oct 11 1 day 10:00-15:00 67 64 n/a 76

Christmas Table Designs BB609D Mixed Brookfield Sat 10 Dec 11 1 day 10:00-15:00 67 64 n/a 76

Church Flowers BB610D Mixed Brookfield Sat 01 Oct 11 2 10:00-15:00 106 98 n/a 126

Church Flowers BB611D Mixed Brookfield Sat 24 Mar 12 2 10:00-15:00 106 98 n/a 126

Church Flowers BB612D Mixed Brookfield Sat 26 May 12 2 10:00-15:00 106 98 n/a 126

Design Your Own Wedding Flowers BB613D Mixed Brookfield Sat 10 Mar 12 2 10:00-15:00 106 98 n/a 126

Design Your Own Wedding Flowers BB614D Mixed Brookfield Sat 16 Jun 12 2 10:00-15:00 106 98 n/a 126

Inspirational Pedestals BB615D Mixed Brookfield Sat 12 May 12 1 day 10:00-15:00 67 64 n/a 76

Inspirational Spring BB616D Mixed Brookfield Sat 25 Feb 12 1 day 10:00-15:00 67 64 n/a 76

Flower Arranging

NAFAS Flower Arranging RM412D En/L1 Ruislip Manor Thu 15 Sep 11 10 10:00-13:00 121 99 n/a 181

NAFAS Flower Arranging RM413D En/L1 Ruislip Manor Thu 12 Jan 12 10 10:00-13:00 121 99 n/a 181

Gardening

NPTC Level 1 Diploma in Landbased studies*

BB244DQ En/L1 Brookfield Tue 13 Sep 11 36 09:30-15:00 542 454 141 868

NPTC Extended Certificate in Horticulture* BB418DQ L2 Brookfield Thu 15 Sep 11 36 09:30-14:00 504 425 174 772

RHS Cert . in Principles of Garden Planning* BB327EQ L2 Brookfield Wed 21 Sep 11 36 18:30-21:00 284 218 61 465

RHS Cert . in Principles of Plants* BB623DQ L2 Brookfield Sat 24 Sep 11 20 10:00-15:00 287 221 64 468

Fantastic Plastic BB617D Mixed Brookfield Sat 10 Mar 12 4 10:00-15:00 31 31 n/a 31

Sustainable Gardening BB626D Mixed Brookfield Sat 05 May 12 2 10:00-15:30 31 31 n/a 31

Gardening for Fun BB618D Mixed Brookfield Sat 17 Sep 11 10 10:00-13:00 109 87 n/a 169

Grow Your Own Allotment Gardening SX302D Mixed Hayes End Allot Wed 09 May 12 1 day 10:00-12:00 Free Free n/a Free

Grow Your Own Allotment Gardening SX501D Mixed Hayes End Allot Fri 11 May 12 1 day 10:30-12:30 Free Free n/a Free

Grow Your Own Allotment Gardening SX601D Mixed Hayes End Allot Sat 12 May 12 1 day 10:30-12:30 Free Free n/a Free

Grow Your Own Progression Course BB619D Mixed Brookfield Sat 02 Jun 12 6 10:00-15:00 109 87 n/a 169

Growing Fruit BB620D Mixed Brookfield Sat 31 Mar 12 1 day 10:00-15:00 47 44 n/a 56

Kitchen Garden BB621D Mixed Brookfield Sat 10 Mar 12 1 day 10:00-15:00 47 44 n/a 56

Preparing for the Growing Season BB622D Mixed Brookfield Sat 14 Jan 12 1 day 10:00-15:00 32 29 n/a 41

Summer Baskets & Pots BB625D Mixed Brookfield Sat 28 Apr 12 1 day 10:00-15:00 47 44 n/a 56

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Higher Diploma in Floristry Level 4We are pleased to announce that Hillingdon Adult and Community Learning will be offering the Higher Diploma in Floristry this year .

This course is designed for those that wish to stay ahead of the crowd . You will get the opportunity to develop your design and management skills to your full potential .

You will attend one day per week and cover a large amount of practical work and portfolio building . You will be expected to be able to work on your own initiative and be able to complete assignments in your own time .

Hillingdon Adult & Community Learning believes in celebrating the success of our highly skilled tutors . Recently tutor Lorraine Saunders competed for a coveted Chelsea Flower Show medal, and we are pleased to be able to share with you that she was successful and won a Bronze .

Get those green fingers ready we are bringing back Horticulture!Hillingdon Adult and Community Learning are introducing a new suite of qualifications in Horticulture . We will be offering a range from foundation level horticulture to level 2; we are excited to be offering the new RHS class based qualifications . These courses are designed for those perhaps thinking of a career in gardening . For those of you who need to brush up your skills or try something a little different we will be offering a wide range of short gardening courses .

Do you want a career in Floristry or Horticulture? Start with our Foundation Diploma in Land based Studies.Course ContentThis course is an entry route for those who would like to progress onto NPCT Diploma in Floristry, but require additional skills development before doing so . The course lasts 1 year .

Candidates will work towards the City and Guilds level 1 Diploma in Land Based Studies .

We will be offering two pathways this year; Floristry or Horticulture . You will complete basic work in your chosen pathway for two days per week . One day will involve a large amount of practical work, with some portfolio building .

A further day will be spent improving the skills required to study at a higher level, including literacy, numeracy, working with others, improving your own learning and study skills .

Career OpportunitiesThe course primarily aims to prepare learners to progress on to a full level 2 Diploma in Floristry . Alternatively, students could choose to progress to further full level 2 courses .

Entry RequirementsGood standard of basic education .


Life and Employment SkillsCould you boost your confidence by brushing up your everyday English skills?

Could you improve your prospects if you felt more able to use maths accurately?

Do you want to do a qualification course in childcare, floristry or textiles but are a bit nervous about your study skills?

Would some support with writing your CV and brushing up your interview skills help you find the right job?

Would you like to volunteer and gain a qualification at the same time?

Would you like to improve your spoken English?

These are Life and Employment skills.

You can develop these skills by joining one of our classes, which are run throughout the borough at family-friendly times .

We know that returning to study can be daunting so we work hard to make our courses friendly and welcoming . People join our courses for all sorts of reasons: to improve their CV or to get help to find a job; to help their children with homework; to improve their financial budgeting; to get some qualifications or in many cases, to build their confidence . Most of our courses lead to qualifications .

We want to tailor your time with us to your individual needs as much as possible, so we invite you to join us on a short Introduction to English or Maths course, where we’ll assess your starting point and find out a bit about you so that we can make sure that you’re in the right class to develop the skills you need to meet those personal goals .

Why not come along to one of our Open Days or telephone 020 8569 1614 to book your free place on an Introduction course .


Some of these Life and Employment skills courses have a fee attached, and others are free .

English and Maths skills improve over time and with practice and our teachers are specialists in giving you the right support to build those skills .

It is essential that you attend every class in order to benefit from this provision .

Introduction to English and MathsWe try very hard to tailor our provision to suit your needs . Our new Introduction to English and Maths courses are short courses designed to identify your strengths and the specific areas you need to develop to reach your goals . We offer these to all new learners . After this course we will be able to advise you about your next steps and you’ll even gain a qualification in the process .

Everyday EnglishDo you ever feel frustrated when you’re trying to write something, a letter of complaint perhaps, and you’re not sure of the way your letter should look, the best words to use or how to spell them?That’s where our Everyday English courses come in . Why not ring 020 8569 1614 to book your place .

Everyday Maths“Better maths means more money” according to the latest research . Our courses tackle everyday problems like household budgeting and measuring for new furniture, curtains or carpets and lead to a national qualification . Come along and see if this is for you or ring 020 8569 1614 to make an appointment .

Hillingdon Music Service Are you a budding musician? Do you want to learn to play an instrument or join an orchestra, band or choir?Working in partnership with the borough’s schools, the council’s Music Service offers tuition across a wide range of instruments . You can learn an instrument by attending individual lessons or as part of a group . There are opportunities after school and on Saturdays, which range from beginners to advanced levels .

Hillingdon Music Centre, a vibrant music school which runs on Saturday mornings and after school already has around 300 young musicians, playing in bands and orchestras and singing in choirs . The environment is informal, friendly and encouraging which enables children and young people to develop their skills and the opportunity to perform to a high standard at many Hillingdon events . These include: three full-size orchestras; four string orchestras; three wind bands; two choirs and groups; a brass ensemble; a percussion group; string quartets; a saxophone group; music theory, keyboard skills and aural work .

During 2011-12 the council’s Music and Adult Learning Services will be working together to offer opportunities for adults and families to learn together .

If you would like more information please see www .hillingdonmusic .org .uk, email musicservice@hillingdongrid .net or call 01895 630155 .

English Language Classes (ESOL)You can come to English Language classes at many places in the borough, both during the day and in the evening . We can help prepare for citizenship, you can learn to use a computer, and work towards a national qualification .

Fees apply . See overleaf for more information .

Returning to work?Do you want to return to work or change your job and need to brush up on how to write your personal statement, CV and a job application letter? Come along to one of our free JobShop sessions and get the support you need (see page 22 for more information) .

Family Literacy, Language and Numeracy (FLLN)We run short courses that help parents to support their children’s development in language, reading, writing and maths whilst improving their own skills .

Some are for parents and children and others are for parents/carers only .

These free courses are held in schools or children centres and you can go on to other Life and Employment Skills courses when you have completed them .

If you want to find out more please ring 020 8569 1614 .


If you want to join an ESOL course you must phone Harlington ALC on 020 8569 1614 to find out how to apply .

ESOL courses are very popular so act quickly to book your place .

How much does it cost?Concessionary fees are available to Hillingdon residents if you (or your spouse) are on any of the following benefits:•CouncilTaxBenefit•HousingBenefit•IncomeSupport•WorkingTaxCredit(andearninglessthat

£15, 276)•PensionCredit(GuaranteeCreditonly)•Employment&SupportAllowance(ESA)–

Income Related

Or if you are the unwaged dependant of any of the above, or if you are a Community Offender .

All ESOL courses are free to those learners aged 16-18 provided they meet the eligibility criteria.

Concessionary fees are also available if you are on any of the following benefits:•JobseekersAllowance•Employment&SupportAllowance(WRAG)–

Work Related Activity GroupYou will need to bring the documents that show which benefits you get .

If you are employed, please contact Harlington ALC who can tell you how much the classes cost .

If you are not on benefits and you don’t work, or if you earn less than £15,276 a year, we may be able to help you with the fees .

Please bring any documents you can to show this: eg . Payslips, P60s, other tax forms .If you want to apply for benefits:•GotoyourlocalJobcentrePlusOfficeor

call 0845 604 3179 .

To apply for a National Insurance number phone 0845 600 0643 or go to your local Jobcentre Plus Office .

Based on information from the Skills Funding Agency 2010-11 .

New for 2011-12Study Skills support for qualification coursesAre your study skills rusty? Have you forgotten your school maths? We can help you brush up those essay writing and maths skills to help you succeed in your vocational course and move into your career .

Ask your tutor for details or come along to one of our Open Days to find out more .

Important Information ESOL courses from September 2011


ESOL ClassesESOL Classes may be held in the following Centres:Brookfield, UxbridgeServed by Uxbridge Station and U1/U2 BusesHarlingtonServed by Hayes and Harlington StationAnd U4 BusLongmead, West DraytonServed by West Drayton Station and U3 BusRosedale, HayesServed by 427, H98 & U7 BusesStockley, YiewsleyServed by West Drayton Station U3/U5Ruislip Manor Library and CommunityResource CentreServed by Ruislip Manor Station and114, 398 & H13 Buses

All ESOL classes range from beginners through to improver levels, which is why we must meet you and agree the best level of course for you .

Classes are held through the day, morning, afternoon and evening .

To enrol on a course contact the ESOL Team on 020 8569 1614 .

Please note: ESOL classes have a fee attached

Important Information Eligibility for ESOL coursesMany of our courses are subsidised by the Skills Funding Agency (SFA) and local authority (LA) – you may have to pay some fees or the course may be free . There is information in our brochure about which courses are free .

There is an expectation that you will work towards a national qualification in ESOL and take the exams at an appropriate time . Please note that there is a registration fee for the examinations that must be paid before beginning of the course .

Please contact Harlington Adult Learning Centre for more details about costs and eligibility .

See table showing the main groups of people who may be eligible for SFA and LA funded courses . There are other groups not listed . If you are not sure, check with the adult learning centre .

Notes1 . This includes anyone refused refugee status but who has been granted leave to stay by the Secretary of State, granted Humanitarian Protection or Discretionary Leave, or was granted exceptional leave to enter or remain by the UK Government, and who has remained ordinarily resident in the UK and Islands since so recognised, (or the spouse or civil partner or child of such a person .) Asylum Seekers who are still waiting for their application to be processed after 6 months, will be eligible for public funded courses provided the required criteria is met .

Eligibility for SFA funded courses:

Examples of evidence

British Citizens UK or Northern Ireland Passports Certification of Naturalisation Registration as a British Citizen

Settled in the UK for 3 years

Passports stamped to show they have Right of Abode in the UK or Indefinite Leave to enter or remain Home Office letter

Spouse or civil partner of an EU National of EEA resident who has been resident in the UK for 1 yearHave refugee status from UK government (or their spouse or civil partner or child)See Note 1

Home Office Document

EU National or EEA migrant worker who has been resident in the EEA for 3 years (or their spouse or civil partner or child) See Note 2

EU Passport

2 . EEA here, covers the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland and Norway . The Skills Funding Agency subsidise this course and ask you to meet eligibility criteria before enrolling . You will need to bring proof of identity (for example your passport, Home Office documents, and/or your IND card) and documents to prove residency in an EU country for the past three years for example a utility bill or bank statement) when you book your initial assessment appointment .


Ku soo dhawoow fasalada afka Engiriisiga

Meelo badan oo ku yaala dagmadan ayaad ka baran kartaa afka ngiri-isiga, xiligaad doonto galin hore ama mid danbe. Waxaan kugu caawin donaa arimaha la xirira codsiga dhalashada wadankan, waxaad baran kartaa sida Kumbuyutarka loo isticmaalo, waxaad heli kartaa shahaado la aqoonsan yahay.

Qeybta Hillingdon ee waxbarashada dadka waaweyn waxaad kalooa dhigan kartaa taqasusyo kala duwan isla markaasna waxaa lagaa aawi-nayaa luuqada Ingiriisiga si lugugu dhib yareyo waxbarashada.

Haddii aad u bahantahay warbixin dheerad ah soo qaraac: 020 8569 1614

Welcome to English Language Classes

You can come to English Language classes at many places in the borough, both during the day and in the evening . We can help you prepare for citizenship, you can learn to use a computer, and you get a national qualification .

At Hillingdon Adult and Community Learning, we also have many courses you can attend . We can help you with your English for these courses . For further information call 020 8569 1614 .


Hillingdon Adult and Community Learning are offering a range of free workshops, one-to-one guidance, course open days and entrepreneurial advice to help residents maximise their job opportunities for 2011/12 . From young to old, whether you’re looking for a career change or to learn a new skill, there is something for everyone .

JobShop drop-in sessionsCome along to one of our FREE workshops! Whether you’re searching for jobs, need help updating your CV or want to gain some confidence in your interview technique, Hillingdon Adult and Community Learning’s Job Shop is a monthly rolling programme in conjunction with Next Step to give you professional support and guidance . You can gain the personal skills you need to increase you’re employability .

A career advisor from Next Step will be available at regular intervals to offer one-to-one sessions providing information, careers and skills advice tailored to individuals .

The sessions will be taking place at centres and libraries across the borough during the day and evening, so you’ll be able to find a time convenient for you . Look out for upcoming JobShop flyers for more details or call 020 8569 1614 .

Want to set up your own business?Enterprising Attitudes is a two day workshop offering simple, practical advice on starting your own business . Please call 01895 671969 for more information or to register your interest .

Career kick startWhether you are looking for a career change or just wanting to learn a new skill come along to one of our Open Days . Specialist staff will be available on these days to talk you through a range of options and you will be able to have an initial assessment interview for those courses that lead to a qualification .

Work while you learnStudents looking to train and learn at the same time may want to consider an apprenticeship . Hillingdon Training offers a wide range of courses to help learners gain the skills and qualifications they need to succeed in their chosen career . They provide a real alternative for school leavers who do not want to go on to full-time further education, as well as students at college or in a job, who wish to boost their skills .

A range of apprenticeships such as business and administration, children’s care and customer service are on offer and some programmes also count towards a university application, should a student wish to progress into higher education .

Apprentices must be paid a minimum of £2 .50 per hour, although many earn more . Alongside their work-based training, learners also spend time studying and training takes place in the workplace, schools, local colleges, or at the Hillingdon Training premises .

For further information or an application form, call Hillingdon Training on 01895 671976, email info@hillingdontraining .co .uk or visit www .hillingdontraining .co .uk

Getting a foot on the ladder of employment


Teacher Training We are committed to providing high-quality learning opportunities for new and experienced tutors throughout their professional development .

We know that many applicants are studying in addition to their working lives so we schedule initial assessment sessions prior to every course . This helps us identify any support needs as early as possible and ensures that individuals are applying for the most appropriate learning programme .

Come along and meet us to find out more . Just contact us on 01895 254766 to register your name for the next initial assessment session or drop in to one of our Open Days .

Access to Higher Education Have you ever wanted to get a university degree but felt it was for ‘other’ people?

Are you interested in working in the Health sector but haven’t known where to start?

If you don’t have many formal qualifications but are keen to work hard to become a health professional, this could be the course for you . We’ll help you to broaden your qualification base, including English, Maths and IT at Level 2, and provide the information and support you need to progress to the university course that’s right for you .

Come along and meet us to find out more . Just contact us on 01895 254766 or drop in to one of our Open Days .

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