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our MissionWe realise the potential thatexcellent education andtraining has to transformlives for the better

During the year we hold regular Open Days to help you

make the right education and career choices. Our Open

Days provide an excellent opportunity to visit the

College and discover more about our courses and

facilities. The events are friendly and informal and

everyone is welcome.

OPEN DAYS IN 2013/14Wednesday 6th November 2013 5-8pm

Monday 18th November 2013 5-8pm

Wednesday 29th January 2014 5-8pm

Thursday 27th March 2014 5-8pm

Thursday 12th June 2014 5-8pm

Register online at www.warrington.ac.uk

DATES FOR your DIARY – take note

Year 10 Taster Days

Monday 14th July 2014

Tuesday 15th July 2014

These events are fun taster days for Year 10 pupils from our local

schools who are interested in learning more about the variety of

opportunities available at Warrington Collegiate and the choice of

courses available as well as getting a feel for college life.

Contents 04 Welcome to Warrington Collegiate

05 Why Choose Warrington Collegiate?

07 Fabulous Facilities

08 Education linked to local employment

09 Where are they now?�

12 Meet the Tutors

14 Supporting Success

15 Additional Learning Support

16 Qualifications Explained

18 Apprenticeships

21 Your Programme of study

22 Enrichment

25 entry requirements

26 choosing the right level

29 how do vocational qualifications compare to A levels?

30 List of qualifications available

145 Applications, Interviews and Enrolment

146 Progression to Higher Education

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Welcome to Warrington Collegiate�A message from our Student liaison Officer, Michael Ignatius

Welcome to Warrington Collegiate. My role in the college is to provide

you with opportunities to reach your career goals and to enjoy your

time at college. As well as getting the best from you in your studies

we provide an extensive volunteering and enrichment programme,

including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and sports, that will be of real

benefit whether you decide to apply for a job or progress onto

university. The students here are energetic and enthusiastic and relish

opportunities to improve their knowledge and skills. You can also join

the Student Council and have your say about what sort of college you

want. At the start of the new academic year, we host a special

Freshers’ Week for new and continuing students. This is an ideal

opportunity for new students to make friends, discover more about

what Warrington Collegiate has to offer and most of all it is a chance

to have fun!

Come and see me and talk about how you can get the best possible

college experience. I look forward to seeing you at Warrington

Collegiate.

Mike IgnatiusStudent Liaison officer

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Why choose Warrington Collegiate?There is a wide range of vocational courses, available at Foundation, Intermediate and

Advanced Level, from BTECs and NVQs, to Apprenticeship, giving you a head-start in

the workplace

As a student at Warrington Collegiate you will study your vocational qualification,

as well as having the opportunity to improve your Maths and English skills

Warrington Collegiate offers both GCSE English and Maths, as well as A level English

and Maths to study along side your vocational qualification

You will have the opportunity to participate in the Warrington Collegiate Graduate

Scheme which recognises all of the activities you get involved in whilst at College

The college has excellent pass rates including 99% pass rate on Advanced vocational

qualifications in 2012/13

It is a friendly college with highly talented and supportive tutors, all enthusiastic to

pass on their extensive industry experience to students

You will also complete work experience, take part in trips, visits and residentials as

well as benefiting from guest speakers and master classes from experts in your

chosen field.

The college has excellent links with industry to help you gain essential work experience

to prepare you for the world of work. Many students have enjoyed participating in

work placements abroad, for example Construction students gained work experience

in Germany and Catering students gained work experience in France and Spain

Every year many students progress onto a range of prestigious universities across the

UK to continue their studies

There are fantastic facilities on campus, including an excellent Learning Resource

Centre, art, fashion and dance studios, a state-of-the-art theatre, hair and beauty

salons, award-winning restaurant and kitchens, construction workshops, and much

more....

There are also great new facilities now available for use by students at the

Orford Jubilee Park, the largest Olympic legacy development outside of London.

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College facilities from top, left to right:

Barton Theatre, Buckley’s Restaurant, Sports Hall, The Arts Centre, Beauty Therapy Salons, Motor Vehicle Workshops,

Hairdressing Salons, Painting and Decorating Workshops, The Learning Resource Centre (LRC), The Crescent, The Orford Park

Swimming Pool, Learner Services.

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Fabulous Facilities

We are very proud of the fantastic range of facilities available at

Warrington Collegiate. At College you will have access to an outstanding

learning environment, designed to give you the practical skills, knowledge

and experience for career success. To support your studies the College

boasts a fully equipped Learning Resources Centre, combining traditional

library services with the latest technology and facilities.

The campus also includes fully operational hair and beauty training

salons, a variety of construction workshops, a fully equipped training

restaurant and state-of-the-art creative and performing arts facilities.

When you need a break from studying, the Crescent provides a relaxing

space to socialise with friends, get something to eat, access the internet

or just chill out and watch TV.

Warrington Collegiate also has a college radio station, where learners can

practise presenting skills and request songs they would like to hear.

Access the new sports facilities available at OrfordJubilee Park

Orford Jubilee Park, the largest Olympic legacy development outside

London, was officially opened by HRH Queen Elizabeth II on 17th May

2012. The new ‘state of the art’ facilities within the £30 million Orford

Jubilee Park are available for use by students at a discounted rate. The

fantastic facilities include dance studios, a fitness lab, gym, sports hall,

squash courts, swimming pools, steam room and sauna.

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Education linked to local employment opportunities We all know that Warrington is a fantastic place to live, work and study, but recent research compiled by the Think Tank,

Centre for Cities, has revealed that Warrington is in fact one of the UK’s greatest economic success stories of the 21st

Century. The long-term investment in the town’s transport links, homes and education infrastructure has encouraged

more and more people to move to Warrington from neighbouring cities and, as the town has expanded, it has become

even more attractive as a business location. Warrington now punches well above its weight in terms of the number of

national companies headquartered in the town and in some sectors of the economy is fast becoming a UK centre of

excellence.

As a result, there is increasing demand for employees with the practical skills needed in these sectors. Employers are

increasingly aware that students who have chosen a vocational route are very well prepared for work. More and more

companies are looking to recruit directly from College or to take on Apprentices to fullfill high quality job vacancies.

At Warrington Collegiate we recognise the important role we play in supporting the growth of the local economy by

producing highly skilled people, ready for the world of work. All our courses have a specific focus on the practical skills

needed by local employers that will allow you, the learner, to have the best chance of starting a productive and rewarding

career in your chosen industry.

We work hard to ensure our courses reflect the needs of local employers, and you are prepared for employment, by

providing real work experience during your studies. Warrington has a diverse economy and a wide range of career

opportunities are available for motivated and skilled applicants.

National statistics from the London Economics’ study of the labour force, May 2013, revealed that university graduates

studying only vocational qualifications at sixth form (BTECS) had an employment rate of 80% compared with 74% for

A-level only students. These figures underline the role that high quality qualifications which develop vocational skills could

play in addressing many of the challenges we face in the UK.

There are many positive opportunities for students enrolling at Warrington Collegiate. You will gain qualifications enabling

you to find employment in your chosen industry or progress onto Higher Education as well as gaining valuable skills

through our Warrington Collegiate Graduate Award which will enhance your knowledge, talent and skills even further.

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Student Course GRADE University Degree Course

Charlie Eden Art and Design Distinction Leeds College of Art Fine Art

Harley Clarke Business & Enterprise Triple Distinction Manchester Metropolitan Business &

University Management

Nicola hayes Health and Social Care Triple Distinction University of Salford Nursing

Darren Cheetham Construction Triple Distinction Cadet Programme BENG Civil

Laing O’Rourke Engineering

Lucia Fed Kova Performing Arts Triple Distinction UCLAN Contemporary Theatre andPerformance

Daniel Shaw Electrical Engineering Triple Distinction Warrington Collegiate HND Engineering

HE Centre

Where are they now?

Class of2013

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Andrew Smith Interactive Media Triple Distinction Working freelance in the Industry

Nathan Higgins IT Distinction Advanced Apprenticeship in Telecoms,

Web Design and Software Development

Zoe Boardman Health and Social Care Distinction Warrington Collegiate Health& Social

HE Centre Care HNC

Paul Morrison Business Triple Distinction* Manchester Metropolitan Business

University Management with

Financial Management

Jack Rowlandson Media Triple Distinction* University of Salford Televison & Radio

Ellie Duckworth Performing Arts (Dance) Triple Distinction UCLAN Contemporary Theatre & Performance

Zac Hancock Performing Arts (Acting) Triple Distinction Falmouth University Creative Events Management

Shane Rice Performing Arts Triple Distinction Blackpool School for the Arts Musical Theatre

Jade Whitelegg Public Services Distinction*** Manchester Metropolitan Public Services

University (2014)

Oliver Tickle Construction Distinction & Merit Northumbria University Construction

Property Management

Paul Bruce Construction Triple Distinction Sheffield Hallam University Quantity Surveying

Where are they now?

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jamie Brennan Performing Arts (Music) Triple Distinction University of Chester Popular Music Performance

Joshua Bruna Sport Triple Distinction Edge Hill University Physical Education

& School Sport

Lily Callan Aviation Triple Distinction University of Chester Marketing & PublicRelations and Event Management

Aiden Cameron Audio Music Production Triple Distinction University of Chester Commercial Music Production and Media Studies

Shaun Dickenson HND Public Services Triple Distinction Leeds Metropolitan Criminology

Hannah Constance Hospitality Triple Distinction Manchester Metropolitan Hospitality Management

Katie Harris Production Arts Make-up Triple Distinction Bolton Special Effects for Film & Television

Luke Gandy Art & Design Triple Distinction Warrington Collegiate Foundation Art & Design

Robin McDiarmid Creative Media Production Triple Merit UCLAN Games Design

Natalie Blackshaw Art & Design Triple Distinction Warrington Collegiate Foundation Art & Design

Danielle North Forensics Triple Distinction University of Chester Forensic Biology

Robyn Sheridan Public Services HND Graduated UCLAN (top up year) Public Services

Kane Worthington ITC Triple Distinction Staffordshire Digital Film & 3D Animation Technology

Where are they now? � Class of 2013

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Meet the tutors

Liam Maloney �� Lecturer in Music TechnologyLiam studied a BA Honours Degree at Liverpool Institute

of Performing Arts (LIPA) and is now currently working at

Warrington Collegiate after completing an MSc in

Creative Industries. Liam is a free-lance Mixing and

Mastering Engineer working on projects ranging from

visual production for dance companies, to live

engineering for bands and DJs to sound design for

theatre productions. His extensive industry experience

makes Liam an inspirational teacher and his passion for

working collaboratively across the college with other

related disciplines such as Dance and Media make his

classroom an exciting place to be.

The thing I love about teaching young people is when

they surprise me. We could be having a discussion in

class and someone jumps ahead and comes up withan incredibly creative and innovative idea.�

Chris Rowe�Lecturer in ChildcareNominated by one of her students for the Pearson

Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award, Chris is a

dedicated and committed tutor who inspires her students

to succeed beyond what they believe is possible.

Teaching is my life. The friendliness of the staff andstudents creates the ideal environment for youngpeople to grow and develop their individual skills and

talents. The highlight of the year for me is Seeing our students

progress to their chosen

careers, not only in

Childcare� but also in related areas such as

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Peter Jones � Curriculum Manager for Motor Vehicle

Pete knows the Motor Industry extremely well,

developing a breadth of experience, before deciding

to continue his career by passing on his considerable

knowledge and expertise to students at college. Pete’s

ambition is to run the best Motor Vehicle Training

Centre in the North West and to this end he has

developed extensive and productive links with

well-known industry leaders such as Skoda, Rock Oil

and Snap-On tools. This not only enhances the

curriculum but provides valuable work placement

opportunities for students studying at Warrington

Collegiate.

I love the opportunity to work in a successful

department and give students the skills,

knowledge and opportunities which will equip them for work in this highly competitive industry.�We have fabulous facilities at Warrington Collegiate and can provide real life experience of the industry both at college and through the many diverse work placements we havesecured through our trade links.��

Chris Jones� Lecturer in PlumbingChris has 10 years

experience of the

plumbing industry,

running his own, very successful

business. Chris himself is a former Apprentice of the

Year in his student days. Outside college Chris is a

keen sportsman, listing mountain climbing and

football as his favourites.

�I enjoy the challenge of teaching and passing on

my own expertise and experience to students.�

At Warrington Collegiate we teach plumbing, gas

and the latest renewable technologies which create many opportunities for employment and

apprenticeships for the students.� It’s always a

pleasure to see a young person grow in confidence as they become more proficient in

the technical skills and knowledge required for the fast Changing careers of the

21st century.�

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Supporting Success

We’re friendly and caring at Warrington Collegiate and we want to make sure that you get the help you

need to succeed in your chosen career. You will have access to specialist support services to keep you

on track both academically and personally. Our staff in Student Services are there to help you

find solutions to any problems whether it’s financial, personal or something small such as

obtaining a bus pass.

Learning Facilitators and study skills staff based in the Learning Resource Centre will help with English,

Maths and lots more.

You will have a Learning Mentor, who is there for you during your course to give you all the

support you need to gain that top job or prestigious university place.

There is a dedicated careers team, who will provide you with careers advice leading up to the

completion of your course, including support to write your CV and personal statement for

University as well as work experience to make you stand out from the crowd.

You can visit Learner Services to access the wide range of information available within our

Careers Library, and get assistance with job search techniques, interview skills, CV creation and

much more.

Top employers and Universities visit the college each year for

our skills fair, giving you the opportunity to plan your career

after college.

Contact our Learner Services Team on 01925 494494 for more information.

Job ShopWe understand the importance of securing part time employment to help

support your studies. Our Job Shop will help you to find a part time job that not

only relates to your specific area of study, but also fits around your timetable

commitments.

Additional Learning Support

At Warrington Collegiate, we recognise that each of our students has

different needs and we work hard to make sure that you have everything you

need to succeed. If you have any additional needs there are lots of ways in which

we can support you. Our campus provides easy access for students with

disabilities and wheelchair access is available to all main college areas. If you

need additional support, our staff are on hand to help and will ensure that an

individual support package is in place to cater for your specific requirements.

Examples of the additional support available include one-to-one support both in

and out of the classroom, specialist software, equipment and examination

support. Please call 01925 494494 to request a Supported Learning booklet.

Equality and DiversityWarrington Collegiate is committed to providing an inclusive learning

environment and welcomes diversity in its student population – valuing

differences in race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief,

class and age. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment.

The college recognises its responsibility to promote equality of opportunity

for all students.

SafeguardingWarrington Collegiate is committed to ensuring that all young people

attending the college do so in a safe and secure environment. Our safeguarding

policy sets out the steps we take to protect children and young people and

vulnerable adults, a copy of which can be obtained from Main Reception.

Qualifications Explained

Deciding which qualification to choose as part of your programme of study

can be a little daunting. The information below will help you decide which

type of course and level of qualification would suit you best. For more

information call in for a chat or come along to one of our Open Days.

Our Learner Services team offer excellent, free impartial careers

advice and guidance and can be contacted on 01925 494494.

Vocational Qualifications

Vocational qualifications offer a more practical, work related approach to

learning and are an excellent choice if you already have a good idea of

the career path you wish to take. They can be studied at Levels 1 – 3.

Vocational qualifications offer a mix of theory and practice, including an

element of work experience. They suit students who prefer to be assessed

through practical work, coursework and/or assignments rather than sit

exams.

Vocational qualifications are well-established, proven, work related

qualifications which are equivalent to the more traditional GCSE and

A Level qualifications. They are recognised and respected by both

employers and universities alike, equipping you with the skills and

knowledge that you will need to be successful in the future.

National statistics from the London Economics’ study of the labour force,

May 2013, revealed that university graduates studying only vocational

qualifications at sixth form (BTECS) had an employment rate of 80%

compared with 74% for A-level only students. These figures underline the

role that high quality qualifications, which develop vocational skills,

could play in addressing many of the challenges we face in the UK.

Vocational qualifications at Warrington Collegiate are availableIin a wide range of subject areas including:

v Accounting – Fast trackv� Art& Designv Applied Sciences ( forensics) v Aviationv Beauty Therapyv� Business& Enterprisev Carpentry & Joineryv� Construction & The Built Environment

A Level Qualifications in English and Mathematics We can offer you the opportunity to study A Level Maths and English alongside your Advanced Vocational qualification. Please see page 32 for more information.

GCSEsIf you haven’t quite achieved the grades you wanted in your GSCEs you will have the opportunity to re-sit GSCEs in Maths and English to ensure that you have the grades you need to progress onto higher level qualifications at college or University. GCSE re-sits can be studied alongside your main vocational qualification as part of your programme of study.

Functional SkillsFunctional Skills are those essential competencies employers look for and include practical English, Maths and ICT skills.Functional Skills are vital for everyday life and will be invaluable in your future career. You will either study for a FunctionalSkills qualification if you haven’t yet achieved a grade A*-C in Maths & English,or alternatively, re-sit your GCSEs as part ofyour programme of study. Students studying on a Foundation Learning Programme and those embarking on an Apprenticeship will also undertake Functional Skills as a mandatory part of their course.

ApprenticeshipsAn apprenticeship is the first step on your career path if you want to earn a wage and work alongside experienced staff togain job-specific skills at the same time gaining a nationally recognised qualification. While most apprentices attend college on a day-release basis, others are wholly work-based and are visited on a regular basis by our team of experiencedAssessors. Apprenticeships are available in a wide range of areas. Please see page 19 for more information.

v� Electrical Installationv� Electrical Enginerring & Electronicsv Hairdressing & Barberingv Health� Social Care & Child Development

v� Hospitality& Cateringv� ICT & Media& Gaming technologyv� Motor Vehiclev� Music & music Technology

v� Painting & Decoratingv� Performing Artsv� Plumbingv� Public Services�v� Sport & Leisure

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Statistics showthat in the year to

July 2012 there were

502,500

Apprenticeshipsstarts in the UK.You could be one o

f

them next year!

Fact

Jack Wright

Warrington Collegiate Accountancy Apprentice, Jack

was selected as the Apprentice of the Year at the

Warrington Business Awards 2013. Jack was nominated

for the award by Brooksons Ltd Human Resources

Director, Peter Metcalf, for his commitment to learning

and his ability to work as part of a team. He has one year

left of his AAT course at Warrington Collegiate and is

really enjoying being a full-time employee. Jack decided

against the university route and opted for an

apprenticeship following the increase in tuition fees.

�I just didn’t think going to university and leaving with all that debt was worth it.� I thinkdoing an apprenticeship was the best option for meas you get hands�on experience as well as a na�tionally recognised qualification.��

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Who can apply for an apprenticeship?To qualify for an apprenticeship you need to be:-

• Living in England

• Not in full time education

• Able to meet the apprenticeship eligibility criteria

There may be different entry requirements depending on the

Apprenticeship and the industry sector. However

competition for places with employers can be fierce, so you

will need to show that you are committed, and aware of your

responsibilities to both yourself and the company who would

employ you. You also need to be happy to work as both part

of a team and individually, and be able to use your own

initiative.

Apprenticeships are increasingly recognised as the gold standard for work-based training. There

are over 150,000 employers offering Apprenticeships in more than 160,000 lo cations; there are

more than 200 different types of Apprenticeships available offering over 1,200 job roles.

Apprenticeship frameworks are a combination of nationally recognised qualifications.

Apprenticeships are high quality, work based training programmes that allow you to earn while

you work. As an employee, you will be paid by your employer, and work alongside experienced

staff to gain job-specific skills.

The benefits of an ApprenticeshipAn apprenticeship isn’t just a job; it’s an opportunity to

be trained whilst you are employed and earning a real

wage, gaining valuable experience in a real work

environment, learning in a way that is best suited to you

– through hands-on experience on the job. It’s also the

first step towards a long term career. Apprenticeships

have been designed to equip you with the skills you

need to succeed in your chosen profession.

What can you expect?We will give you help, support and encouragement to

assist you in gaining the skills necessary to be part of

tomorrow’s workforce. In addition, you can expect to

be:

• earning a salary

• gaining qualifications

• getting paid holidays

• receiving training

• learning job-specific skills

There are three levels of Apprenticeship programmes available�

1 Intermediate Level Apprenticeships

Apprentices work towards work-based learning qualifications such as a Level 2 Competence Qualification, Functional Skills

and, in most cases, a relevant knowledge-based qualification.

2 Advanced Level Apprenticeships

Apprentices work towards work-based learning such as a Level 3 Competence Qualification, Functional Skills and, in most

cases, a relevant knowledge based qualification.

3 Higher Apprenticeships

Apprentices work towards work-based learning qualifications such as a Level 4 Competence Qualification, Functional Skills

and, in some cases, a knowledge-based qualification such as a Foundation Degree.

We currently offer Apprenticeships across a wide range of sectors including:

• Accountancy

• Barbering

• Bricklaying

• Business Administration

• Carpentry & Joinery

• Childcare

• Cleaning & Environmental Services

• Customer service

• Electrical

• Gas Industry

• Hair and Beauty

• Health & Social Care

• Hospitality & Catering

• IT Users

• Logistics Operations

• Motor Vehicle

• Nail Services

• Painting and Decorating

• Passenger Transport

• Plumbing

• Retail

• Social Media

• Sport

• Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

• Warehousing

For more information contact our Apprenticeship Team on 01925 494223 or email us at [email protected]

Your Programme of Study

At Warrington Collegiate you gain more than just a Vocational Qualification. Students

leave college as enterprising, skilled professionals fully equipped for their next step

to either employment or University.

As a student you will study your chosen vocational qualification, as well as having the opportunity

to improve your Maths and English skills.

You will also complete a period of work experience; take part in a variety of trips, visits and residentials

as well as benefiting from guest speakers and master classes from experts in your chosen field.

Your Learning Mentor will be there to encourage and support you to get the very best from

your college experience so that you realise your true potential. We will give you lots of help

with progressing to the next stage in your career, whether it is further study, employment,

an apprenticeship or university.

At Warrington Collegiate, we give you the opportunity to pursue your interests, extend

your studies and try out new experiences. Choose to get involved in any number of the

exciting activities on offer from student societies, sport, table tennis, fundraising,

computer games to volunteering, Duke of Edinburgh and lots, lots more. You can join the

National Union of Students’ (NUS), enabling you to enjoy discounts on clothes, music

and leisure activities by purchasing the NUS Extra Card. If you would like to get

involved contact the Student Liaison Officer.

Student Societies and Enrichment ActivitiesTo enhance your experience of college life, you can get involved in activities and

clubs, which are also a great way to meet new friends.

Student Societies are an important part of the college experience for full time

students.We aim to offer activities that you will enjoy. Activities take place all

year round and some are aimed to compliment your studies. For example, some

activities include entry to regional and national competitions, Duke of Edinburgh,

First Aid qualifications, Dance classes, sporting activities etc.

Please attend the Fresher’s Fayre during induction so you can see what is going

on and join in. There may also be the opportunity to go on residentials or trips

that form part of your course. Speak to your Learning Mentor for further details.

Information about possible assistance with financing trips or residentials is

available from the Student Wellbeing Team in Learner Services.

Skilled professional enterprisingAs a Warrington Collegiate student you will be:

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Skilled - You will have the industry skills, knowledge and experience,

setting you up for a successful career.

Professional - You will be job ready, with bags of initiative, communication

skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.

Enterprising - You will have a head for business and the ability to innovate.

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Student Mentors Student Mentors support other students who may be struggling with adapting to college life, making friends or just need

a member of their peer group to talk things through. Please ask your Learning Mentor for further information or call into

Learner Services.

Sports�FitnessThe college runs a sports programme from which certain teams evolve. The sports programme includes:

k Football k Basketball k Badminton k Rugby k Table Tennis k Sports/ Fitness

Fun, lunchtime activities and Wednesday afternoon activities such as volleyball, circuit training and dodgeball may also

be available. Look out for information about the college’s Sport Academies during induction and at the Fresher’s Fayre.

The Fitness Studio is based in the Roger Hunt building and is equipped with up to date equipment and is free to join. You

will need to have a gym induction – please speak to a member of staff in the gym for further information. Students also

receive discounted membership to the Orford Jubilee Park gym facilities. If there are any activities that you are interested

in or you would like to make a suggestion for future activities, please speak to our Student Liaison Officer.

It’s Your College – Be Heard�We aim to provide a quality service in all that we do. In order to ensure that the services we offer remain at a

high standard we:

• Regularly seek your views and opinions through surveys, questionnaires, focus groups and the Student

Leadership Team

• Invite students on each course to appoint a Course Representative who will liaise with tutors on their behalf

• Offer training to Course Representative so that they can carry out their role to the best of their ability

• Invite you all to contribute to the Learner Voice

• Seek your views by working with the Student Leadership Team Please ensure your views are known to us –

we are always ready to listen.

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The Learner VoiceThis is the formal process of collecting feedback from you via your Course Representative. Learner Voice tutorials are

spread throughout the year to allow you to give your views on issues, such as: your course; the standard of teaching;

quality of resources and the college in general.

Your Learning Mentor may be able to resolve some issues with you during the tutorial. As a group, you will decide which

issues your Course Representative will take to your curriculum Learner Voice meeting. This is a meeting of all Course

Representatives within your curriculum area and is led by your Curriculum Manager.

Feedback from these meetings will be displayed on Learner Voice noticeboards within your area and on Moodle – look

out for “You said, we did” to see how your views and suggestions are taken forward by the college.

Course RepresentativeEvery course has a Course Representative who will be the voice of your group and will share suggestions with us from

your perspective. If you are interested in becoming a Course Representative, please speak to your Learning Mentor when

you begin your course. You can make a difference! It is a great opportunity to get involved in matters that directly affect

your experience of college life, and it looks great on your CV too.

Student Leadership TeamThe Student Leadership Team is the governing body of the student community and represents your views to the Principal

and college managers. The Student Leadership Team also makes decisions that directly affect you and consults with

college managers over important student related issues. Look out for elections in November.

Warrington Collegiate Graduate SchemeThis scheme accredits you for your involvement in extra-curricular activities, such as participation in Student Societies,

events, fundraising, volunteering, Learner Voice, Duke of Edinburgh, first aid, etc. You will be rewarded with a Gold, Silver

or Bronze award depending on the amount of time and effort you have dedicated to your extra-curricular activities. The

graduate scheme will also enhance your personal statement when you progress to higher education or into employment.

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Level 3:You will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs (C or above), one of which must include a C or above in Maths or

English (or Adult Literacy or Numeracy Level 2 or successful completion of a Level 2 course with

Functional Skills Maths or English Level 2). If you have not already achieved a Level 2 or GCSE grade C

or above in English or Maths, you will study on a Maths and English GCSE Level 2 Pathway as part of

your Programme of Study. This will increase your chances of employment or progression onto higher

education. You will be assessed and put onto a suitable course which will enable you to achieve a

qualification.

Level 1:You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs (E or above), working at Entry Level 3 or above in English and

Maths and a willingness to learn. Applicants who do not meet these entry requirements will be

assessed on an individual basis by the Curriculum Manager and Curriculum Director. As part of

your course you will study on a Maths and English GCSE Level 1 Pathway to help you to improve

your skills and your chances of employment.

Level 2:You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs including Maths or English at D or above or successful completion

of a Level 1 course with Functional Skills Maths or English. If you have not already achieved a Level 2 or

GCSE grade C or above in Maths or English, you will study on a Maths and English GCSE Level 2

Pathway. This will increase your chances of employment or progression onto higher education. You will

be assessed and put onto a suitable course which will enable you to achieve a qualification. Applicants

who do not meet these entry requirements will be assessed on an individual basis by the Curriculum

Manager and Curriculum Director.

Entry Level:To enrol onto an entry level qualification, you will need everyday skills in reading and writing, basic

literacy and numeracy skills and a willingness to learn. There are no formal entry requirements but you

will be expected to complete an assessment to demonstrate that you are working at an appropriate level.

As part of your Programme of Study course you will be placed on an English and Maths GCSE Entry

Pathway to help you to improve your skills and your chances of employment.

Entry Requirements

Skill Building Route: Qualification Type: BTEC Introductory Diploma Route:

• Level 1 Vocational Qualification

• GCSE Maths and/or English OR

Functional Skills in Maths and English

(depending on your existing qualifications)

+• Preparation for Intermediate Level study

• Preparation for employment including work

placement opportunities

• Careers advice

• Gifted and Talented programme

• Warrington Collegiate Graduate Scheme

• Extra-curricular activities

• Competition work

• Level 1 BTEC Introductory Diploma

• GCSE Maths and/or English

OR

Functional Skills in Maths and/or English


• BTEC Award/Certificate in Work Skills

+• Preparation for Intermediate Level study

• Preparation for employment including

work placement opportunities

• Careers advice



• Student Societies


Foundation Level

Your programme of study - Choosing the right levelYour programme of study will be individual to you and will include qualifications at a variety

of different levels depending on your existing/predicted qualifications. Please refer to the

table below for more information.

Foundation Levelqualificationsare available at Entry

Levels and Level 1

and are designed to

enable you to gain a

basic level of

knowledge and

skills. Programmes

at Foundation Level

include help with

English and Maths,

as well as support to

improve confidence,

and self-esteem and

skills to help you

find employment.

Foundation Level

qualifications also

provide an ideal

progression route to

Intermediate Level

qualifications.

Find thelevel for you

Foundation Level Qualifications

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Skill Building Route: Qualification Type: BTEC First Diploma Route:


• GCSE Maths and/or English and/or Science OR

Functional Skills in Maths, English and/or ICT


+• Preparation for Advanced Level study

• Preparation for employment including

work placements

• Careers advice

• Work placement





• Level 2 BTEC First Diploma


OR

Functional skills in Maths and/or English

(depending on your existing

qualifications)

• BTEC Award/Certificate in Work Skills

+• Preparation for Advanced Level Study

• Preparation for employment, including

work placements

• Careers advice

• Work placement





Intermediate Level Qualifications

A BTEC First Diploma is the equivalent to 4 GCSEs grades A - C.

Intermediate qualificationsare at Level 2 and

are equivalent to

GCSEs. These

qualifications

provide you with an

intermediate level of

knowledge and

skills in the

vocational area of

your choice.

Intermediate

qualifications also

provide an ideal

progression route

to Advanced Level

qualifications.

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Skill Building Route: Qualification Type: BTEC National Diploma Route:


• GCSE Maths and/or English and/or Science OR

Functional Skills in Maths, English and/or ICT


+• Advanced Level study

• Preparation for employment or Higher Education

• Careers advice, including routes to

Higher Education

• Work placements



• Student Societies


• Peer Mentor Scheme

• Level 3 BTEC Diploma


OR Functional Skills in Maths and/or English


+• Preparation for employment or

Higher Education including UCAS application,

writing your personal statement and higher

level study skills

• Careers advice

• Work placements





• Peer Mentor Scheme

Advanced Level Qualifications

Advanced Level qualificationsare at Level 3 and

are equivalent to A

Levels. These

qualifications

provide you with an

Advanced Level of

knowledge and skills

in the vocational

area of your choice.

Advanced

qualifications also

provide an ideal

progression route to

higher education.

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How do Advanced Level vocational qualifications compare with A Levels ?

BTEC National Extended Diplomas and National Diplomas are equivalent to A Levels and attract UCAS points which count towards

entry to Degree and Higher Education programmes at College or University.

D: Distinction

M: Merit

P: Pass

For example, a BTEC

National extended Diploma

achieved at Triple Distinction

grade would attract 360

UCAs points, equivalent to

3 A Levels at grade A.

UCAS Points BTEC National BTEC National A Level Equivalent

Diploma Level 3 Extended Diploma

420 D*D*D*

400 D*D*D

380 D*DD

360 DDD

320 DDM

280 D*D* DMM

260 D*D

240 DD MMM

200 DM MMP

160 MM MPP

140 A*

120 MP PPP A

100 B

80 PP C

60 D

40 E

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Vocational Qualifications in detail . . .

32 A Levels

34 Art & Design

39 Aviation

44 Beauty Therapy

50 Brickwork, Construction & The Built Environment

56 Business,� Enterprise,� Accountancy & Business Administration�

62 Carpentry & Joinery

67 Childcare

73 Computing & Gaming

77 Electrical Installation & Engineering

82 Hairdressing & Barbering

87 Health & Social Care

91 Hospitality & Catering

98 Media

103 Motor Vehicle

108 Music

112 Painting & Decorating

117 Performing Arts

124 Plumbing

129 Public Services

134 Science

137 Sport & Leisure

143 EDucation & Employment programme

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Adam HyattCourse: A Level Mathematics and

Electronics Extended Diploma Level 3

Previous School: Woolston Community High School

Adam gained a triple distinction in his course and after

completing a gap year he plans to study Maths at University.

His academic success was recognised with an Outstanding

Achievement Award at the Further Education Awards

Ceremony at the Halliwell Jones Stadium in June 2013.

“ I chose the Electronics course at Warrington Collegiate because I love Maths and Engineering is a great way of developing my knowledge and expertise in the subject.”

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English EDEXCEL A Level (Level3)

Course Length:

1-2 years

English A-level is perfect for people who:

loved English at school; have an enquiring

mind; enjoy learning about the origins of

words; like to share and discuss ideas as part

of a group; enjoy analysing and picking apart

a range of texts (fiction and non-fiction);

would like to learn how to write in a wide

range of styles for a range of purposes and

audiences. To access English A-level you

should have an A*/A/B in your GCSE

English Language. If you gained a C, but have

been working for several years since then,

you can complete a pre-course activity to see

if the course is suitable for you.

Modules studied include:

Year one, AS Level: UNIT 1: Categorising

Texts (Examination)

• Introduction to the methods, approaches

and terminology required to study

language at AS level.

• Exploration of how language is used in

both written and spoken texts.

• Analysis of how purpose, audience and

context can impact upon language

production and reception.

• Investigation of how spoken and written

texts reproduce ideas about cultural

values and assumptions, focusing on

areas such as gender, power and

technology.

UNIT 2: Creating Texts (Coursework)

• Develops candidates' own writing

expertise as writers for different

audiences, purposes and in different

genres.

Progression:

Studying the full two year A-level course

could help you go on to study at university.

A-level English can help with future careers in

journalism, teaching, public services,

publishing, legal professions, advertising and

many other jobs that require a high level of

literacy.

Mathematics Edexcel A Level(Level3)�

Course Length:

1 - 2 years

Do you have a logical mind? Do you enjoy

solving puzzles? Do you have aspirations to

work in fields such as Medicine, Formula 1,

Space Exploration or Code breaking? If so,

then an A Level Mathematics will open the

doors to these careers and more. It shows

potential employers that you have a highly

logical mind that can present organised

arguments to solve numerical problems - a

skill which is widely sought after.

To access Mathematics A Level, you should

have an A*/A/B at higher tier GCSE

Mathematics. If you gained a grade C or have

been working for a few years, you can

complete a pre-course activity to see if the

course is suitable for you.

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Modules studied include:

AS Mathematics Core 1

The Core 1 module includes the topics on

Coordinate Geometry, Indices and Surds,

Polynominals and Differentiation. Some of

these topics will be an extension of work

studied in your final year of GCSE and some

will be completely new.

Core 2:

The topics taught will include Trigonometry,

Sequences, Integration and Logarithms.

Probability and Statics 1:

The final first year module, Probablility and

Statistics 1 include topics such as Probability

Distributions, Permutations and

Combinations, Standard Deviation and Data

Presentation.

Progression

This is probably the most marketable A-Level

in terms of acceptability. It is difficult to think

of any course/career where it would not be

welcomed in combination with other subjects.

Mathematics A-level would be applicable for

the following;

• Course/careers in Mathematics,

Engineering and most areas of Physics

(Further mathematics is often helpful and

often required, for some of these

courses).

• Computing, Accountancy, Economics,

Business, Banking, Air Traffic Control,

Retail Management, Architecture,

Surveying, Cartography, Psychology

and, of course, Teaching to name a few.

Employees highly value an A level in Maths

and on average students who have an A

Level in maths earn 7% - 11% more than

those who don’t have the qualification.

THINK CREATIVELYTHINK EMPLOYMENTTHINK THE ARTS CENTRE

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Art & Design

Career Opportunities include: as an Artist, Interior Designer, Fashion Designer, Graphic Designer,

Photographer, Art Gallery Curator, Advertising Art Director, Illustrator, Set Designer, Advertising

Copywriter, Museum Curator…

If your passion is Art and Design, you can enhance your creative talent in our award winning

department, rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in 2010. Be inspired by our experienced professionals,

as you study in specialised Art and Design studios, gaining the knowledge and skills you need to

be successful within the creative industry.

You will benefit from work experience and have the opportunity to work on live client briefs as part

of your assessment. You will benefit from our excellent links with local employers, galleries and

museums enabling you to showcase your work to the industry.

A variety of trips and visits are planned as part of your programme of study. Past trips have

included visits to London and Amsterdam, as well as trips to the Tate, Lowry, Walker Art Galleries

and a day trip to Port Sunlight. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in a European

Art Field Trip.

If you have not already achieved a Level 2 or GCSE grade C in English or Maths you will work towards a

qualification as part of your vocational course to increase your chances of employment or progression

into higher education. You will take an assessment so that we can put you onto the right course which

will enable you to achieve a qualification.

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Charlie EdenCourse:BTEC Foundation in Art and Design

Previous School: Culcheth High School

Inspired by the art world and particularly the

work of Francis Bacon, Charlie has exhibited his

work, centred on figurative painting, in the

Student Gallery in College and locally including

the Warrington Museum and Art Gallery. After

gaining excellent results Charlie is progressing

onto the Leeds College of Art to study Fine Art.

“Warrington Collegiate is a great place to

study. The inspiration for my work is

everyone around me at college. I’ve reallyenjoyed talking to the tutors and the other students on the course about art and critiquing art work.”

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Art& Design extended Diploma Level3

Course Length: 2 year

This course will give you the knowledge and

skills you need as a starting point to pursue

a career in the creative sector. You will study

within The Arts Centre in well equipped art

and design studios, learning from tutors

who are experts in their particular field.

Topics studied include 2D and 3D visual

communications, contextual references in

Art & Design, exploring and developing

ideas, producing Art & Design outcomes,

developing visual communication skills and

techniques, use of various media and

materials, graphics and textiles.

You will be continually assessed based on

the projects you complete throughout the

year, culminating in the production of a final

major project during the final term which will

be displayed in our end of year exhibition.

Progression

Following successful completion of the

foundation level qualification, you may

progress into employment or onto the Level

2 qualification in Art and Design.

Additional Costs

Although we provide some basic and

specialist equipment, you will be expected

to provide your own art kit, which costs

approximately £80.

Art & Design Diploma Level 2


If you are interested in a career in Art &

Design and would like to work with like

minded students, this could be the ideal

course for you. You will study within The

Arts Centre in well equipped art and design

studios, learning from tutors who are

experts in their particular field. You will also

have the opportunity to exhibit your work

throughout the academic year.

Topics studied include 2D and 3D visual

communication, creative paintings,

exploring & developing ideas, producing Art

& Design outcomes, developing visual

communication skills and techniques, use of

media materials and textiles. You will be

continually assessed based on the projects

you complete throughout the year,

culminating in the production of a final major

project during the final term which will be

displayed in our end of year exhibition.

Progression


Level 2 qualification you may progress onto

the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and

Design. Alternatively you may choose to

embark on a career within the Creative Arts

industry.

Additional Costs

We provide some basic and specialist

equipment. You might be expected to

purchase additional equipment.

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Art& Design BTEC Foundation DiplomaLevel 3/4


This course is for students who wish to

progress onto specialist visual arts study at

Higher Education level. It offers students the

opportunity to identify their particular

specialism and creative direction, as well as

to develop personal creative, practical and

intellectual abilities. Mature students are

welcome and applicants are required to

have a portfolio of creative work to show at

interview. Topics studied include painting,

drawing, textiles, fashion, graphic design/

illustration, photography, 3D/sculpture,

contemporary theory & practice and

specialist study.

Your progress is reviewed at 3 key stages of

the programme, culminating in a final major

project. The final two compulsory units are

externally assessed and it is on the basis of

these two final units that the grade for the

award is given.

Progression

The Foundation course is specifically

tailored for students who are serious about

a career in the art and design industry.

Traditionally the majority of learners

progress onto University courses to study

for specialist art qualifications.

Additional Costs

We provide some basic and specialist

equipment but students are expected to

provide their own art kit at a cost of

approximately £80.

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Aviation

Career Opportunities include: Cabin Crew, Airport Security, Customer Service Agent (Airport

Ground Staff)….

Are you outgoing, with bags of energy and a keen interest in aviation? Then our Level 3 Aviation

course could be the right choice for you. Travel is an ever growing industry with lots of

opportunities on the ground and in the air.

You will find that studying for a qualification at Warrington Collegiate is fulfilling, fun and rewarding.

Along with lots of hard work including work experience in the industry, you will participate in a

range of trips and visits both the UK.

Our state-of-the art facilities include a fully fitted aircraft cabin with all the emergency equipment

and cabin service resources and mock check-in facility to enhance your learning and develop your

practical skills. The college has close links with both Manchester and Liverpool Airports.

Our exciting links with industry means that we can ensure you have a hands-on experience with

access to guest speakers from the airlines and aviation industry. We have a long standing

partnership with ServisAir (the world’s largest handling agent) who guarantee a job interview to

successful students. Currently over 50 former students are working at local airports and for

companies such as Monarch Airlines, Thomas Cook and Virgin Atlantic.

If you have not already achieved a Level 2 or GCSE grade C in English or Maths, you will work towards a




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Lauren WattsCourse: Cabin Crew, Level 2

“I’ve always wanted to be an Air Hostess.�After coming to an Open Evening at Warrington Collegiate and seeing the plane inthe classroom, I knew this college was forme. The course really prepares you for life onboard an aircraft.� My tutor has been absolutely brilliant. She has worked forJet2.com herself so she was able to give somegood tips for the application process.� I’moff to see the world now and in a fewyears� time hope to become a senior manager.”��

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Introduction to Air Cabin Crew BTEC Level 2

Course length: 1 Year (Part-time 28 weeks,

5 hours per week)

This exciting course offers you the opportunity

to work within a wide range of companies in

some very exciting and exotic locations! You

will be trained to become a passenger

service agent with a recognised progression

route to cabin crew, one of the most popular

jobs in the airline industry. As the tutors are

all industry based professionals you will

learn about the industry first hand. You will

also benefit from a wide range of guest

speakers from the industry including the

Civil Aviation Authority, Monarch Airlines,

Airline Pilots and ex-students who are now

employed as cabin crew members.

Topics covered include: working as cabin

crew, airline health, safety & security, aircraft

emergency situations, dealing with passengers

on board an aircraft, cabin service - selling

techniques and making passenger

announcements on board an aircraft.

Progression

On successful completion of the

programme, you will gain a recognised

aviation/airline qualification. If you have

passed your driving test, have your own

transport and meet the college performance

standards, you will be invited to attend an

interview with a view to obtaining

employment with Servisair as a Passenger

Service Agent based at Manchester Airport,

with the potential to pursue a career as a

member of Cabin Crew in the future.

Additional Costs

You will be required to purchase a suit at a

cost of approximately £80 and also pay a

contribution towards the cost of trips and

residential visits.

Aviation Operations BTEC ExtendedDiploma Level3

Course length: 2 years

Aviation is an exciting and rapidly

expanding industry involving travel to a wide

range of exciting destinations. This course,

which is highly regarded by the UK aviation

industry, is ideal for students interested in

working in airports all over the world.Topics

covered include the UK aviation industry,

health and safety in the aviation industry,

security, customer service, team leadership,

managing conflict in aviation, airline and

airport economics, aircraft dispatch and the

principles of flight.In the second year you

will be invited to enrol on the Level 2

‘Introduction to Cabin Crew’ Certificate in

addition to your Level 3 qualification. This

course is ideal if you would like to work as a

Flight Attendant for an airline.

Progression

Following successful completion of thisqualification, you will be able to progressonto a Higher Education qualification at

College or University, or alternatively into

employment in areas such as customer liaison, ramp work, cargo operations,ground handling or traditional airline jobs

including cabin crew and customer service.

Previous students have progressed to localuniversities or gained employment withMonarch Airlines, ServisAir and Thomas

Cook.

Additional Costs

You will need to purchase a suit at a cost ofapproximately £80, including a tie (for

males) or a neck scarf (for females). You will

be required to purchase a Columbus WorldTravel Atlas to assist you with your studies.You will also be asked to pay a contributiontowards the cost of trips and residentials

which are a mandatory part of the course.

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Beauty Therapy...

Career Opportunities include: Beauty Therapist, Make-Up Artist, Salon Owner, Beauty Therapist

on a cruise ship, Nail Technician, Reflexologist, Massage Therapist, Aromatherapist….

Our exciting range of Beauty Therapy courses taught by experienced industry specialists will

enable you to gain the knowledge and skills you need to achieve your ambition, whether you want

to manage a salon, work in a resort spa or even on the set of a fashion shoot.

You will gain valuable work experience on placement and in our top class salons, enjoy Beauty

related trips including a visit to the annual prestigious Beauty Exhibition at Manchester Central.

Our superb links with industry mean that you will enjoy regular workshop sessions with industrial

professionals to further develop your knowledge and skills about the most up to date Beauty

techniques.

You will also have the opportunity to enter both Regional and National

competitions following in the footsteps of our many past winners.





The North West is the second largest health and

beauty centre in the country in terms of employees and you

could join then!

Fact

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Laura JohnsonCourse: Beauty Therapy Techniques Diploma Level 2

Previous school: Great Sankey High School

A talented Beauty Therapist Laura was part of the team

which was chosen to represent Warrington Collegiate in

the WorldSkills Regional Heats for Beauty Therapy. Her

outstanding skills and perfect techniques earned her

second place and she is now looking forward to

competing at national level. Laura is now planning to

undertake further study with ambitions to specialise in

Nail Art and start up her own salon in the future. Laura

Johnson has been invited to train with the UK squad for

WorldSkills International in Brazil, 2015 following in the

footsteps of former student, Rianne Chester.”

“Warrington Collegiate was my first choice of college as it has a really good reputation and the tutors areamazing and really help you to succeed. I’d recommend the course to anyonE wanting a career in the beauty industry.”

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Beauty Therapy Diploma LeveL 2


The Beauty Therapy Diploma Level 2

provides you with the theoretical knowledge

and practical skills you need to enable you

to perform manicures, pedicures, nail art,

facials, eye treatments, waxing and

make-up. In addition to participating in

practical sessions you will also be learning

about anatomy and physiology and

business studies. The Hair and Beauty

Academy has five state-of-the-art salons

that create an excellent realistic working

environment for all practical treatments to

take place. This course includes the

following topics: Providing manicure and

pedicure treatments - Providing nail

art - Providing facials - Applying Make-Up;

Removing hair using waxing techniques -

Providing eyelash and brow treatments;

Business studies - Anatomy and physiology.

Aspects of Health & Safety, Employment

Standards, Customer care are covered in

Business Studies and reinforced in all

practical sessions.

Progression

Following successful completion of this

qualification you could progress onto the

Beauty Therapy Level 3, on one of three

routes; Hair and Media Make-up, Body and

Spa or the general Level 3 route or

alternatively you could progression to the

Level 2 Nail Services qualification.

Beauty Introduction Level 1


This foundation course provides the basics

of beauty therapy and is an ideal stepping

stone to anyone interested in working within

the beauty therapy industry. You will be part

of a team that will provide beauty therapy

treatments within a professional training

environment at ‘The Academy’ and will be

supported by a team of experienced tutors.

Training will be a mix of theory and practical

lessons covering aspects of health and

safety and anatomy and physiology. The

course includes the following topics:

Assisting with salon reception duties; Basic

skin care; Applying make-up; Manicure;

Pedicure; Nail Art; Themed face painting;

Following Health & Safety; The art of photo-

graphic make-up; Working with others;

Presenting a professional image.

Progression

If beauty therapy is the career for you then

progression onto VRQ Level 2 is the next

step. Learners must achieve Functional

Skills qualification before progressing onto

level two in beauty therapy.

Additional Costs

You will need to purchase a Beauty Therapy

kit, costing £140.30. Students will be able to

carry on using this kit during level 2 if they

wish to progress. In addition, students are

required to purchase a uniform at a cost of

£34.40. You will need to purchase flat,

closed toe black shoes for health and safety

reasons.

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Additional Costs

Additional costs include Beauty Therapy kit

and text book costing approximately £140.

In addition, a uniform is required costing

approximately £34.40. You will need to

provide your own black closed toe flat

shoes.

Beauty and Hair Therapy Diploma Level2


The Beauty and Hair Therapy Diploma Level

2 provides you with the theroretical

knowledge and practical skills to enable you

to perform both beauty and hair units and is

an ideal progression route for anybody that

is interested in the Level 3 Hair and Media

Make-up route. You will have separate hair

and beauty sessions so will be able to

access both departments. Units consist of

the application of make-up, art of

photographic make-up, art of dressing hair

and colouring and lightening hair besides

other units such as scalp massage,

shampoo and condition the hair, plaiting

and twisting, threading of eyebrows, shape

and tint eyelashes and brows.

Progression

You can progress onto Level 3 hair and

beauty related course, including the Level 3

Hair and Media Make-up course.

Additional Costs

The approximate cost of your uniform is

uniform (tunic and pants) £34.40. You will

also need to purchase a pair of black, flat,

full shoes, Kit for Beauty - £92.87 and a Kit

for Hair - £52.40.

Beauty Therapy Techniques Diploma Level 3


The Beauty Therapy Techniques Diploma

Level 3 is an advanced level qualification for

those who are interested in extending their

knowledge and skills of Beauty Therapy

techniques. The qualification is delivered in

the Hair and Beauty Academy, which offers

a wide range of state of the art equipment,

providing you with the very best learning

environment in which to develop your skills.

This course includes the following topics:

Body electrical treatments; Facial electrical

treatments; Micro dermabrasion; Body

massage; Epilation; Business studies;

Anatomy; Physiology.

Progression

Successful completion of this qualification

will enable you to seek employment in the

Beauty Therapy industry, for example within

a Beauty Salon, on a cruise ship or even in

TV.You could also progress to a Higher

Education qualification in a related subject

area.

Additional Costs

Students will need to purchase a Uniform at

a cost of approximately £34.40, and a pair

of flat, full black shoes which you will have

to purchased separately.

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Body and Spa Therapy Diploma Level 3


The Body and Spa Therapy Diploma Level 3

provides you with the theoretical knowledge

and practical skills you will need to enable

you to undertake numerous massages and

spa treatments. All sessions are delivered

within our Hair and Beauty Academy which

provides an excellent realistic working

environment. This course develops practical

skills in: Body massage; Aromatherapy Spa

treatments; Indian Head; Stone Therapy;

Health & Safety Customer service.

Progression


will enable you to seek employment in the

Beauty Therapy industry, for example within

a Beauty Salon, on a cruise ship or even in

TV. You could also progress to a Higher

Education qualification in a related subject

area.

Additional Costs

Students will need to purchase a Uniform at

a cost of approximately £34.40 and you will

have to purchase a pair of black, flat full

shoes separately.

Hair and Media Make�Up Diploma Level 3


The Hair and Media Make-up Diploma Level

3 is a one year course designed to give

students a nationally recognised

qualification in make-up, providing the

knowledge, skills and understanding

required to gain employment within the

industry. Within this course you will study

Camouflage Make-up, Airbrush Make-up to

the face, Face and Body Art, Fashion and

Photographic Make-Up, Hair Design, Media

Make-Up, Individual Permanent Lashes,

Hair Extensions as well as Health & Safety,

Customer Services and units relating to

Anatomy and Physiology.

Progression

You can progress onto Level 3 Diploma in

Beauty Therapy, Level 4 Salon Management

Level 5 Make-up or the HNC Beauty

Therapy Science.

Additional Costs

Additional costs will include Uniform (tunic

and pants) £34.40. You will also need to

purchase a pair of black, flat, full shoes

separately and kits for Hair at £70.15 and

Beauty at £95.75.

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Complementary/Holistic Therapy DiplomaLevell 2


You will be looking to enter the

complementary/holistic theary industry with

this new course. This full-time qualification

will provide you with an excellent

opportunity to learn about the

Complementary Therapy Industry and

de-stressing holistic treatment suitable for

use on private clients and stress busting in

the work place. You will learn basic Swedish

massage techniques and aromatherapy

massage blending with a small range of

essential oils. You will learn basic

reflexology to balance the bodies energy

systems. You will learn anatomy and

physiology, healthy eating and well being,

customer service and personal development

through skills for life. You will also learn

about the benefits of complementary/

holistic therapies.

What will I learn?

You will learn how to improve well being and

help control the effects of stress through a

range of holistic treatments. You will learn

how to assess clients, plan and provide

holistic treatments in our modern

academysalons. You will learn how

treatment affects the whole person, through

knowledge and understanding of

anatomy and physiology. You will participate

in work placementand community events to

increase your knowledge of the industry.

There are opportunities to attend holistic

conferences and exhibitions. recent

students have had the opportunity to visit

Montecatini Spain Tuscany and Centre

Parcs in Sherwood Forest. You will have the

opportunity to participate in events planned

for the upcoming year.

Progression

You can progress on to higher level study

such as the full-time Level 3 Diploma in

Body and Spa, which includes; Full body

Massage, Indian Head Massage, Stone

Therpy, Body Wraps, Spa Preparation and

Treatments, Pre-blended Aromatheraphy,

Anatomy and Physiology incorporating

diseases and disorders. Or you might wish

to study further on the part-time evening

Holistic courses e.g. Aromatherapy Diploma

Level 3, Indian Head Massage Diploma

Level 3 or Reflexology Diploma Level 3

Additional Costs

Additional costs will include Uniform (tunic

and pants) £34.40. You will also need to

purchase a pair of black, flat, full shoes

separately. There will be an added kit of

approx £60-£80 to support your course.





Brickwork, Construction & The Built Environment

Career Opportunities include: Tradesperson, Supervisor, Site Manager, Building Supplies

Merchant, Architect, Building Surveyor, Civil Engineer, Site Manger, Setting out Engineer, Quantity

Surveyor, Estimator etc

If you want a practical–based career and enjoy working with your hands then a career in the

Construction industry could be just what you need to showcase your skills and talents. Warrington

Collegiate has strong links with industry including CITB (Construction Industry Training Board),

which means that you will enjoy guest speakers, trips and visits to enhance your studies.

The Construction industry offers the opportunity of working home and abroad, with the chance of

becoming your own boss. You can work in a wide variety of subsectors from industry, repair and

maintenance to public housing.

The construction sector

in the North West requires

2,870 new recruits annually

with bricklayers, labourers

and floorers being in

greatest demand.

FactWomen are getting into

construction. Over

200,000 women work in

the industry today.

Fact

790,000 people

working in this sector are

self-employed

Fact

Apprenticeships available. Please visit www.warrington.ac.uk/apprenticeships for details.

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Ashley TerronCourse: Advanced Apprenticeship in Brickwork, Level 3

Previous school: Bridgewater High School

A world class performance won gold for Ashley at the prestigious WorldSkills

International competition in Leipzig, 2013. The new World Champion is no stranger to

success. Ashley came straight from school to Warrington Collegiate as a bricklaying

student and apprentice, winning both the junior and senior sections of the SkillBuild

competition at just 16 and 17. From there he won gold at the UK Skills Regional

Competition, followed by bronze at the national competition. After gaining top grades

on his course Ashley progressed to the University of Salford where he has just gained

an HNC in Construction and Property Management.

“I wouldn’t be where I am today without my3 years training at Warrington Collegiate so I’m delighted to be able to share my success with the college. From starting my apprenticeship I have always aspired to be the best. Representing the UK in Leipzig was my ultimate dream.”

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Brickwork Diploma Level 1


This course is ideal if you would like to

follow a career in Brickwork. The Colin

Daniels Construction Centre is a dedicated

facility for construction crafts, including

Brickwork, with workshops that are

well-equipped with a good range of

Brickwork tools and appropriate materials.

The Diploma is awarded by "CITB

Construction Skills”. You will be expected

to show competence, which involves the

application of knowledge and skills in a

significant range of varied work activities,

performed in a variety of contexts. Topics

studied include: Knowledge of building,

Block walling, Brick walling, Cavity walling,

Setting out, Health and Safety, Using

information and communication and Mixing

construction materials.

Progression

On successful completion of the Level 1

Diploma, you may progress to a Level 2

Diploma or, subject to gaining appropriate

employment, onto an Apprenticeship.

Additional costs

You will need to purchase appropriate

footwear to wear during practical sessions.

Construction Foundation Entry�Level 1


This programme is an entry/level 1

qualification aimed at young people aged

16-18. It is recognised by employers and

provides a suitable progression route into

Level 1 or Level 2 programmes of study. The

Foundation course is now a multi-skilled

programme, where students will experience

Brickwork, Carpentry and Painting giving a

good insight into the industry.The course

covers - Health & safety, moving materials,

personal work skills & construction. On

successful completion the Preparation for

Employment in the Construction industry

(PECI) will be awarded.

Progression

On successful completion of this course

and depending on suitability you may

progress to a Level 1 in Brickwork/

Carpentry/Painting & Decorating or, subject

to gaining appropriate employment, onto an

Apprenticeship.

Additional costs



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This course provides an ideal progression

route from the Level 1 Diploma in Brickwork.

The course combines both theoretical and

practical aspects and provides students

with an intermediate level qualification for

those looking to increase their skills and

knowledge of Brickwork and seek

employment in this area. The Diploma is

awarded by "CITB Construction Skills". You

will be expected to show competence,

which involves the application of knowledge

and skills in a significant range of varied

work activities, performed in a variety of

contexts. The course includes the topics:

Carrying out safe working practices in

construction; Information; quantities and

communicating with others, Building

methods and construction technology, set

out masonry structures, thin joint masonry

and masonry cladding; Building solid

walling, isolated and attached piers and

building cavity walling forming masonry

structures.

Progression





Additional costs





This course provides an ideal progression

route from the Level 2 Diploma in Brickwork.

The course combines both theoretical and

practical aspects and provides students

with an advanced level qualification for

those looking to increase their skills and

knowledge of Brickwork and seek

employment in this area. The Diploma is

awarded by "CITB Construction Skills".

You will be expected to show competence,

which involves the application of knowledge

and skills in a significant range of varied

work activities, performed in a variety of

contexts. The topics studied include

carrying out safe working practices in

construction, Information, quantities and

communicating with others, carrying out

structural and decorative brickwork,

repairing and maintaining masonry

structures and erecting complex masonry

structures, analysing the construction

industry.

Progression


Level 3 Diploma you may progress to a

Construction related BTEC Level 3 Diploma

in Construction and the Built Environment

with the opportunity to progress to BTEC

Higher National Certificate (HNC).

Additional costs



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Construction & the built EnvironmentBTEC Extended Diploma Level 3

Course Length: 2 years

The BTEC Extended Diploma in

Construction is a full time course which runs

over two academic years. It will provide you

with the necessary skills and knowledge at

a technical level to enter employment as a

trainee in areas such as Architecture,

Quantity Surveying or Construction

Management. The course covers a broad

range of subject matter in order to give you

a broad grounding in various construction

disciplines, typically the units covered are:

Health, Safety and welfare; Sustainable

Construction; Mathematics in Construction;

Science and materials; Construction

Technology and Design; Building

Technology; Project Management; Graphical

Detailing; Measuring Estimating and

tendering; Surveying; Setting Out

Processes; Underpinning Science for

Provision of Human Comfort; Mechanical

and Electrical Services; Building Surveying;

Building regulations and Control; CAD;

Design Procedures; Planning Procedures.

Progression

Your prospects on completing this course

are excellent. Students may continue on to

a Higher National Certificate within the

college or proceed to University to study a

construction related degree such as;

Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Building

Surveying, Land Surveying, Civil

Engineering, Construction management.

Higher level programmes can be studied

part-time with industry relevant

employment, or on a full-time basis.

Additional costs


equipment, stationery and literature.





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Business & Enterprise, Accountancy & Business AdministratioN

Career Opportunities include: Accounts Clerk, Business Manager, Human Resources Manager,

Finance Manager, Marketing Manager, Management Accountant, IT Manager.

Despite challenging times, many companies and organisations succeed through applying effective

business skills and maintaining financial stability. Studying for a qualification in business at

Warrington Collegiate will enable you to gain valuable knowledge and skills in Enterprise and

Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, E-commerce and Human Resource Management to name but

a few. Alternatively you may discover that you have entrepreneurial flair, in which case the course will

provide an ideal foundation on which to start thinking about starting your own business. Many

students also go on to study for a Higher Education qualification, gaining places at various

prestigious universities.

The college is committed to ensuring that all students benefit from the opportunity to undertake work

placement whilst at college and we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant

vocational setting. You will have the opportunity to take part in a number of visits to different working

environments, from understanding how Manchester is marketed as a business destination to Euro

Disney.

The department has developed strong links with industry enabling students to benefit from guest

speakers and experience of work placements.


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Jade Taylor

Course: Accounting Fast Track, Level 3

Previous School: Sir Thomas Boteler

Church of England High School

Having achieved Level 3 just one year after leaving

school Jade is progressing onto the Level 4

Apprenticeship in Accounting which she

considers to be the best of both worlds.

“You’re employed and getting paid, as well as gaining valuable experience of the accounting

INdustry. What better preparation can you have

for a successful career? The teachers are amazing and provide fantastic support and encouragement.”�

47% of employees in the

finance industry are

qualified accountants

Fact

There are more than

2 million people

employed in the

finance sector in

the UK

Fact

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Business Administration� FoundationLearning Level 1

Course length: 1 year

Are you interested in the exciting world of

business and enterprise? Do you feel that

working within an office environment is for

you? This course helps you develop the

skills and knowledge to provide the

essential ‘behind the scenes’ support that

helps businesses to run smoothly.

Enterprise will be a big part of your studies.

You will have the opportunity to run a small

profit making business enterprise, working

as part of a team.

You will study 8 units relating to business,

retail and administration from the following:

• Starting work in Business, Retail and

Administration

• Working in Business, Retail and

Administration

• Introducing customer service

• Personal effectiveness

• Social responsibility at work

• Financial management

• Ensuring personal Health and Safety at

work

• Communicating effectively at work

• Introduction to Retail

• Introduction to Administration

Progression

You can progress onto the Level 2 Business

related qualification or find employment

within the business sector.

Additional costs

Students will be asked to contribute

towards the costs of trips and residentials.

Accounting �AAT� Certificate Level 2


Are you interested in a career in

accounting? Do you like working with

figures? If so, then this course is for you.

The AAT Level 2 course is the first level of

the AAT Technician qualification. Gaining an

accounting qualification with the AAT will

open up the doors to a variety of careers

within accounting and finance. It will

demonstrate to potential employers that you

have the practical skills and business

knowledge necessary to work in a financial

environment. It will also provide you with a

professionally recognised and highly

respected accounting qualification. There is

also the option to do the fast-track course

on a full time basis.You will also develop an

understanding of working within an

accounting environment together with the

use of computers in accounting. There are 5

units to the course, as detailed below:

• Basic Accounting 1

• Basic Accounting 2

• Work effectively in accounting and

finance

• Basic costing

• Computerised accounting

Progression

Successful completion of this course allows

progression to the AAT Level 3 Diploma in

Accounting. To qualify as a Member of the

Association of Accounting Technicians

(MAAT), it is necessary to complete AAT

Levels 3 and 4 and to have completed 3

years accounting or financial work

experience.

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Business BTEC First Diploma Level 2


Would you like to learn about the world of

business? Would you like to study a wide

range of subjects ranging from Business

Communications to Enterprise? The BTEC

First Diploma in Business is an intermediate

level qualification which will introduce you

to the exciting world of business through

real life projects and assignments, allowing

the development of specialist skills and

knowledge. Enterprise is a big part of your

studies. You will have the opportunity to run

a small profit making business enterprise,

working as part of a team. The course

includes the following topics: Business

purposes, Business organisations,

Financial forecasting for business, People

in the organisations, Business

communications, Customer relations,

Consumer rights, Business ethics,

Business enterprise and managing personal

finances.

Progression

You can progress onto a Level 3 related

qualification or find employment within the

business sector.

Additional costs

Students will be asked to contribute

towards the costs of trips and residentials.

Enterprise & Entrepreneurships, PeterJones Enterprise Academy BTEC DiplomaLevel 2


Ever had a great idea that you think would

be a big success? Well, our Level 2 BTEC

Diploma will help you develop your ideas

and ultimately create the bible of

business – a business plan.

Units on the Level 2 course will include:

Researching your Market, The Marketing

Plan, Financial Modelling and Forecasting,

The Entrepreneurial Mind-set, Managing

Personal Finance, Creating a Vision for your

Business Plan, The Business Environment,

Preparing and Pitching a Business Plan,

Leadership and Teamwork, Toolkits for Idea

Generation, Enterprise in the Workplace

(subject to change). You will also need a first

class work ethic. You will be expected to

dress for business, work a typical 9am to

5pm day, five days a week, and have a real

“can do” attitude to life. This qualification

will help you to either set-up and run your

own business or to thrive within an existing

organisation.

For more information please search the

Peter Jones Enterprise Academy website

www.pjea.org

Progression

Your future could involve you starting your

own business or gaining employment within

your chosen industry. You can also progress

onto the Level 3 BTEC Diploma in

Enterprise and Entrepreneurship (PJEA).

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98% of Peter Jones Enterprise Academy

students have gone on to achieve a positive

destination through employment, higher

education or self-employment. 71% of Peter

Jones Enterprise Academy students have

been offered jobs with companies including

Everything Everywhere, L'Oreal & Laing

O'Rourke.

Additional Costs

You will be required to purchase and wear a

business suit every day. You will be required

to pay a £60 contribution to the PJEA on

enrolment. This fee will go towards trips /

visits, speakers, business lunches /

refreshments, etc.

Enterprise and Entrepreneurship�LEVEL 3

Peter Jones Enterprise Academy �(PJEA)�


The Peter Jones Enterprise Academy is a

highly innovative and exciting new course to

inspire the entrepreneurs of tomorrow!

Want to set-up your own business? Then

Level 3 is for you. You’ll start and run your

own micro business for at least four weeks.

Don’t worry, you’ll receive plenty of support.

We’ll teach you to manage the day-to-day

but tricky business challenges: supply chain

management, customer communication,

financial control, future growth planning and

performance recording and analysis. And

you’ll get ample opportunity to work with

leading business people with a placement in

a leading UK firm.

You’ll need a first class work ethic. You will

be expected to dress for business, work a

typical 9am to 5pm, five days a week, and

have a real “can do” attitude to life. This

course will either help you to set-up or run

your own business or to thrive within an

existing organisation.

Units include: The Innovative Entrepreneur,

Business Planning and Pitching, Operating

your Business, Leadership and Teamwork,

Working as an Intrapreneur (the

entrepreneur in an existing business),

Financial Planning and Implementation,

Launching your Business Vision, Monitoring

the Performance of your Business, Planning

the Future of your Business, Market

Research and Analysis, Financial Literacy

Over 8,000 new

businesses are started in

the UK each week

Fact

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Accounting AAT�Certificate Level 3 -Fast Track –Future Tech Studio

Length: 1 year

This course is now offered at the new Future

Tech Studio School. Please go to

www.futuretechwarrington.ac.uk for more

information.

Business BTEC National Extended DiplomaLevel 3 FUTURE TECH STUDIO SCHOOL

Course length: 2 years



www.futuretechwarrington.ac.uk for more

information.

and Awareness, International Business,

E-Marketing and Website Design, Brand

Development and Promotion, Social

Enterprise. (Units are subject to change).

Progression

Your future could involve you starting your

own business or gaining employment within

your chosen industry. 98% of Peter Jones

Enterprise Academy students have gone on

to achieve a positive destination through

employment, higher education or

self-employment. 71% of Peter Jones

Enterprise Academy students have been

offered jobs with companies including

Everything Everywhere, L'Oreal & Laing

O'Rourke.

Additional Costs

You will be required to purchase and wear a

business suit every day. You will be required

to pay a £60 contribution to the PJEA on

enrolment. This fee will go towards trips /

visits, speakers, business lunches /

refreshments, etc.





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Carpentry & Joinery

Career Opportunities include: Site Joiner, Site Manager, Kitchen and Bathroom Fitter, Shop Fitter,

Window Fitter.

Our carpentry and joinery qualifications will provide you with a wide range of practical construction

and woodworking skills to prepare you for a career in this area. Our courses are taught within the

Colin Daniels Construction Centre which includes well equipped workshops in which our expert

tutors will support you to develop your craft.

The college is committed to ensuring that all students benefit from the opportunity to undertake

work placement whilst at college and we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant

vocational setting.

Students will be given the opportunity to participate in a residential with an ‘Outward Bound’ theme

and a focus on team building.The college is continually developing and reinforcing links with

industry to promote work placement opportunities. A variety of guest speakers from industry are

invited to speak to students during the course of the year.

,.

Notes

Joseph ChristiansonCourse: Carpentry and Joinery, Level 2

Previous school: St Gregory’s Roman Catholic

High School

Joseph comes from a family of joiners and is passionate

about the subject. After achieving top grades on his

current course Joseph is progressing onto the Level 3

course. Joseph made an outstanding contribution to

college life, volunteering as a student ambassador, offering

information to prospective students at college Open

Evenings.

“I came to the college as a school pupil and loved itso I stayed on. The tutors are fantastic, above andbeyond what you would expect. I’ve loved the challenge of going out on work placement and doingsite joinery, it’s a great way to learn about the industry.”

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Carpentry and Joinery Diploma Level 1


This craft based course will provide a wide

range of practical construction and

woodworking skills and job-related

knowledge. During the course you will learn

about wood jointing techniques, building

methods and technology, using hand and

power tools, handling and storing materials

and working safely. The Diploma is awarded

by Construction Skills. You will be expected

to show competence, which involves the

application of knowledge and skills in a

significant range of varied work activities,

performed in a variety of contexts.

The topics studied include Health & Safety,

techical information quantities,

construction technology, producing

woodwork joints, maintaining tools, and use

of powertools.

Progression

You can progress onto the Level 2

qualification or find employment within the

sector.

Additional Costs

You will need to buy a basic toolkit for Level

1. As you progress you will have to buy

some additional tools to use on the Level 2

and Level 3 course. You will also have the

opportunity to attend a residential trip as

part of your course. You will also need to

purchase safety boots together with

Carpentry and Joinery polo shirts and work

pants to wear during practical sessions.

Site Carpentry Diploma Level 2


The Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery is

designed to prepare you to enter the

industry in your chosen craft. The Diploma

is awarded by Construction Skills. You will

be expected to show competence, which

involves the application of knowledge and

skills in a significant range of varied work

activities, performed in a variety of contexts.

The topics studied include health & safety,

using information and communicating,

knowledge of building, first fix operations,

second fix operations, structural carcassing,

maintenance operations and set up and use

circular saw. To gain the diploma, you must

be successful in all units and 5 Practical

synoptic assignments. You must also pass 5

online Theory tests.

Progression





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Site Carpentry Diploma Level 3


The Diploma in Site Carpentry is designed

to prepare you to enter the industry in your

chosen craft. It has been specifically

developed for delivery in a training

environment using simulated conditions.

The assessments allow you to show what

you can do as an individual through the

completion of all the requirements of the

qualification. The Diploma is awarded by

Construction Skills. The contents of your

programme include: Know how to and

carry out safe working practices in

construction, Knowledge of information,

quantities and communicating with others,

Knowledge of building methods and

construction technology , Know how to and

carry out first fixing operations, Know how

to and carry out second fixing, Know how

to and erect complex structural carcassing

components, Know how to and maintain

non-structural and structural components

and Know how to set up and use fixed and

transportable machinery.

To gain the diploma, you must be

successful in all 8 units, 5 Practical synoptic

assignments plus a separate unit

knowledge test set and marked by CAA.

Progression


Diploma, you may progress to a

Construction related BTEC National

Diploma, leading to a BTEC Higher National

Certificate.





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Childcare

Career Opportunities include: Nursery Nurse, Nurse, Midwife, Paediatrician, Childcare Inspector,

Nursery Manager, Education Welfare Officer, Family Support Worker, Primary School Teacher,

Teaching Assistant, Youth Offending Officer.

Working in the Early Years Sector allows you to make a real difference to children and young people

whilst also providing a rewarding and satisfying career. Our courses provide you with the skills and

knowledge to work with children in a variety of settings. You will find that work placements form an

integral part of the learning experience and provide valuable insights into the many career paths that

are available to you. The courses also provide valuable opportunities to progress onto Higher Education.

Our students enjoy a wide range of educational trips and visits to complement the theoretical content

of the course, alongside getting involved in all aspects of college life.


placement whilst at college and we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant vocational

setting. There will be a variety of trips planned during the course, including visits to day nurseries and

local schools, as well as to relevant exhibitions.

The Child Care department has excellent links with industry and guest speakers visit the College

regularly to share their own personal experiences of the sector. You will also provide support in the

community.

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Rowan Arnold

Course: Childcare Learning Diploma Level 2

Top grades and an outstanding contribution

to college life, including volunteer work and

fundraising activities earned Rowan the

Warrington Collegiate Silver Graduate Award.

Alongside his studies Rowan is an active

member of Culture Warrington and as a

talented young musician with a passion for

recycling he has constructed a drum kit

called the ‘PVC Instrument’, from plastic

pipes reclaimed from waste bins which he

has played at numerous local events

including the Warrington Peace Festival.

Rowan’s ambition is to be a primary school

teacher.

“The sky’s the limit for me. My tutorshave been really inspirational. I didn’tconsider going to university before my tutors encouraged me and made me realiseit is achievable.”

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Children’s Care Learning andDevelopment BTEC First Diploma Level 2


This course is for students who want to

work with children: whether it is with babies,

young children or teenagers. It combines

practical experiences gained in a variety of

child care settings, from day nurseries to

schools, alongside learning in college. After

completing the course you will gain a

nationally recognised qualification in

childcare at Level 2. This will allow you to

work with children aged 0 - 16 years, in a

supervised role. Once you have finished the

course you will have the opportunity to

progress onto a Level 3 programme of study

within this area.

The topics studied include child

development, keeping children safe,

communication, preparing and maintaining

a child care setting, roles and

responsibilities, children’s play and learning

and work experience.

Progression


qualification you can progress onto the

BTEC National Diploma/Certificate in

Children's Care, Learning and Development

at Level 3. There are also other Level 3 Child

Care or Health and Social Care courses

available. Alternatively you can seek

employment within the child care sector.

Certificate Introduction to Health, SocialCare and Children and Young People’ssettings�Level 1


If you are interested in working with children

and are looking for a course that will give

you a start in this career area then this

course is perfect for you. The course will

enable you to gain basic knowledge and

skills to progress onto other childcare-

related courses or health and social care

related courses. This course includes the

following topics:

• Roles within Health and Social Care and

Child Care

• Safeguarding

• Communication

• Equality and Inclusion

• Human Growth and Development.

Progression


qualification you will be able to progress

onto the Level 2 First Diploma in Child Care

and in Health and Social Care or onto an

Apprenticeship or onto an alternative Level

2 qualification, as appropriate.

Additional Costs

Additional costs include the purchase of a

polo shirt (approximately £15) and obtaining

DBS clearance (approximately £44).

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Additional Costs

There will be additional costs when starting

the course, these include the cost of your

Polo Shirt (approx £15) and your DBS check

(approx £44). It is recommended that you

purchase at least one reference book as

essential reading. BTEC First Children’s

Care, Learning and Development student

book is priced at £19.99 published by

Heinemann and endorsed by Edexcel.

Children’s Care Learning & DevelopmentBTEC National Diploma Level 3


This is an exciting course for anyone

wishing to establish themselves within the

childcare field. The Diploma in Children’s

Care, Learning and Development

qualification aims to develop your

knowledge, understanding and practical

expertise required when working with

children from birth upwards. Over the two

year period the course will cover seven core

units plus ten specialised units, which aim

to enhance your knowledge within the world

of work and childcare. This course

incorporates the National Occupational

Standards in childcare and allows you to

receive a professional qualification and a

licence to practice within a childcare setting,

also within a supervisory level. The topics

studied include work placement, reflecting

on practice, safeguarding children,

children’s play, positive relationships and

child development 0-8 years.

Progression

You can progress onto a university course

related to Child Care. Alternatively you can

progress onto a range of careers working

with children in various settings e.g. Nursery

Nurse or Classroom Assistant as well as

progressing onto a supervisory role in the

child care sector.

Additional Costs


the course. These include a Uniform - Polo

shirt (approx £15), DBS check (approx £44),

Student Planner (approx £2), Textbook

(approx £20) and USB pen drive (approx

£5).

Children’s Care, Learning & Development BTEC National CertificateLevel3


This is a new and exciting course that will

be running alongside the National Diploma

in Children’s Care, Learning and

Development. The course aims to develop

your knowledge, understanding and

practical expertise required when working

with children from birth upwards. This

course incorporates the National

Occupational Standards in childcare. You

will achieve a professional award that

enables you to work in a supervisory

capacity across a wide range of childcare

environments. The course requires you to

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have either a Pass at Level 2 Childcare

course or 5 GCSEs A-C, these do not

necessarily need to include Maths and

English.

The topic studied include Children’s Play,

Positive Environments (Health & Safety),

Positive Relationships (Communication),

Child Development and Safe Guarding

Children .

You will also complete 800 hours of

childcare placement in a range of settings.

Progression

You can progress onto a university course

related to Child Care. Alternatively you can

progress onto a range of careers working

with children in various settings for example

Nursery Nurse or Classroom Assistant.

Additional Costs


the course. These include:

• Uniform - Polo shirt (approx £15)

• DBS check (approx £44)

• Student Planner (approx £2)

• Textbook (approx £20)

• USB pen drive (approx £5).






Computing & Gaming

Career Opportunities include: Software Developer, Programmer, Computer Analyst, Network

Engineer, Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Web Editor, IT Support Technician, Computer Games

Tester.

The computing industry is one of Britain’s fastest growing sectors with a huge range of opportunities

within web design, film, TV, animation, computer gaming, interactive media, publishing, mobile ring

tones, plus many more. Technology is advancing so quickly therefore it is important that we can keep

up to date with these changes, meet customer needs when working in industry and stay one step

ahead of our competition.


placement whilst at college and we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant vocational

setting. You will also have the opportunity to work on ‘live’ client briefs as part of your assessment.

Every year the department organises a different trip abroad. Past trips have included visits to

Disneyland Paris, Barcelona and the Port Adventura theme park in Spain. The cost of all trips is

determined by the place being visited and the length of stay. In addition, various day trips are

organised that are appropriate to the units being studied.

The department has strong links with employers, including an employer who undertakes work for

Microsoft, which has previously enabled students to complete work experience in London, Denmark

and Spain.

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Notes

Sam KidmanCourse: Games Development Creative Media Extended

Diploma Level 3

Previous School: Hope Academy, formerly St Aelred’s

Catholic Community College

Sam was awarded the Phil Callaghan Memorial Award,

2013 for outstanding achievement in Information

Technology, having demonstrated excellence in all aspects

of his course as well as undertaking extensive volunteer

work in college and the community. Following his college

success and excellent results, Sam is progressing on to

study for a BSc at Futureworks School of Media in

Manchester.

“Studying at Warrington Collegiate will bring yougreat opportunities to enhance your studies and opendoors for the future. Choose Warrington Collegiate ifyou want to achieve.”

1 in 20 North West

employees work in the IT

and Telecommunications

sector

Fact

Over 20 million North West

workers use IT in theireveryday job

Fact

The internet is worth an

extra £100 billion to the UKeconomy

Fact

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Interactive Media BTEC Extended DiplomaLevel 3


Are you interested in moving image

technology and want to work in the ever

expanding cultural and creative industries?

If so, then this is the course for you. You will

have access to state of the art software in

our media suites including Adobe’s Flash,

Dreamweaver, Photoshop and Illustrator so

you can gain the valuable skills and

knowledge to succeed in the interactive

media industry.

The topics studied include: video

technology, interactive design, 3D

modelling, image manipulation, web design,

animation and programming.

Progression


qualification you can progress onto a

Degree, Foundation Degree or a BTEC

Higher National Certificate or Diploma in

Interactive Media. There are also job

opportunities in Web Design, Interactive

Media authoring, Animation and 3D Design

to name but a few.

Additional Costs

You will need to purchase materials for the

presentation of final assignments such as

CDs/DVDs, as well as art materials for use

within the concept art unit and portfolio

equipment for presentation of the final major

project, which can then be used for

evidence for job or university interviews.

Games Development BTEC Extended DiplomaLevel 3


This exciting and interesting technical

course is ideal if you aspire to work in the

games industry in the future. Games

Development is a very fast-moving industry

in which to work and you will therefore need

to be up to date with the latest technology

to give you the edge in this competitive

environment. The topics studied include

Understanding the media, research

techniques, media skills workshop,

professional practice in the media industry

and game creation (programming, scripting,

design, visualisation, planning, production).

Progression


qualification you can progress onto a

Degree, Foundation Degree or a BTEC

Higher National Certificate or Diploma in

Media. There are also job opportunities in

Games Design, Games Development,

Animation and 3D Design to name but a

few.

Additional Costs

You will need to purchase materials for the

presentation of final assignments such as

CDs/DVDs, as well as art materials for use

within the concept art unit and portfolio

equipment for presentation of the final major

project, which can then be used for

evidence for job or university interviews. It is

recommended that students purchase an

external hard drive for sharing files.

Fact

Fact

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IT BTEC Diploma Level 2


If you are interested in computing andwould like this to be your chosen careerroute, this ICT course will enable you tobuild on your existing knowledge and skills.Potential future career routes include Computer Technician, Network Manager,Software Developer and Technical Support.The topics studied include Computer Hardware and Software, End User SupportTechniques, Networking Principles andWeb Page Design. This course now contains 2 external assessments, one ofwhich is an online exam.

Progression

You can progress onto the BTEC Extended

Diploma in ICT at Level 3 (available at The

Future Tech Studio School), or onto a

related computing course to further improve

your knowledge and skills. Alternatively you

can seek employment within the computing

industry.

Additional Costs

You will be encouraged to purchase hard

drives on which to save your work in order

to enable you to work independently

outside College.

IT BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3




www.futuretech.warrington.ac.uk to view full

course details.

IT Digital BTEC Diploma Level 2


If you are interested in computing and

would like this to be your chosen career

route, this ICT course will enable you to

build on your existing knowledge and skills.

Potential future career routes include

Computer Technician and Network

Engineer. The topics studied include Web

Design, Video Production, Computer

Systems, Digital Graphics, Installing

Hardware and Software. This course now

contains 2 external assessments, one of

which is an online exam.

Progression


course you can progress onto the Level 3 IT

Practitioners (available at The Future Tech

Studio School), Interactive Media or Games

Development courses available at the

college, or progress onto a related

computing course to improve your skills.

Alternatively you can seek employment

within the computing industry.

Additional Costs

You will need to provide your own hard



outside College.






Electrical Installation & Engineering

Career Opportunities include: Electrical Installation & Engineering leading to a career as an

Electrical Engineer, Electrician, Satellite Systems Technician, Broadcast Engineer, Lighting

Technician.

Are you a practical person who likes trying to find out how things actually work? If so, why not find

out more about the exciting range of courses available within this area. At the heart of every

technological advance is an engineer.



vocational setting.

A variety of trips will be organised throughout the year including visits to hydroelectric power plants.

We have developed very good links with a number of major employers in the area. These

relationships have proved helpful in supporting previous students to obtain employment in the industry.

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Liam ShakeshaftCourse: Electrical Installation Level 2

Previous School: St Gregory’s Roman Catholic High

School

After gaining top grades Liam was awarded the Special

Achievement Award for Electrical Installation, sponsored

by Wickes DIY, at the college Further Education Awards

Ceremony. Liam is now progressing onto an advanced

apprenticeship and is looking forward to a successful

career with ambitions to start up his own business after

gaining experience in the electrical industry.

“The course really prepared me well for employmentand gave me valuable experience of what it’s likeworking in the industry. Warrington Collegiate is agreat college to study AT because the tutors reallyencourage you to do your best and support you toprogress to the next step in your career.”

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Electrical Installation Level 1


If you feel that you are a practical, hands-on

sort of person who enjoys fixing things, then

this could be the ideal course for you. This

qualification is recognised by employers

and successful completion will enable you

to progress onto the Level 2 programmes.

The topics covered include: Health and

Safety at Work, Working Efficiently and

Effectively in Engineering, Wiring, Electrical

equipment and circuits, assembling

electronic circuits.

Progression

There are a number of routes you can

choose from depending on the outcome of

your studies. You can continue to study

Electrical Installation either as a full-time

student or, subject to securing appropriate

employment, as an Apprentice. Alternatively

you could choose to specialise in

Engineering and progress onto an

appropriate qualification in this area.

Additional Costs

You will need to buy steel toe capped boots,

pens, calculator and drawing instruments.

Electrical Installation FoundationLearning Level 1


This course provides a basic introduction to

Electrical Installation and forms the ideal

stepping stone to the next level of study. It

is recognised by employers and provides a

progression route on to a Level 2

programme of study. The topics covered

include: Health and Safety at Work, Wiring,

Electrical Equipment and Circuits, Electrical

Support Systems.

Progression

On successful completion of this course you

can progress onto the Level 2 qualification

in Electrical Installation.

Additional Costs



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Electrical Installation (C&G 2365)

Level 2

Course Length: 1 Year

Entry on to this course is based on previous

attainment of the Electrical Installation Level

1 qualification within an industry setting.

The topics covered include: principles of

electro-technology, application of health

and safety, electrical principles and

installation.

Progression


qualification, you can progress onto the

Level 3 course offered at the Future Tech

Studio School.

Additional Costs



Electrical & Electronics Engineeringextended Diploma Level 3




www.futuretechwarrington.ac.uk.






Hairdressing & Barbering

Career Opportunities include: Hairdressing & Barbering leading to a career as a Hairdresser, Salon

Owner, Barber, Image Consultant.

The North West is the second largest health and beauty centre in the country in terms of employees

and you could join them. You will gain the skills and knowledge you need in our award winning

salons, gaining hands on experience and dealing with customers in the Hair and Beauty Academy.



vocational setting.

A variety of trips are organised throughout the year, including visits to Blackpool Hair Show, The

Clothes Show in Birmingham and the L’Oreal Academy.

The Hairdressing team have close links with industry and guest speakers from companies such as

L’Oreal are invited in to college to speak to students on a regular basis.

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“I’ve always wanted to be a hairdresser andWarrington Collegiate was the best place tostudy. I’ve enjoyed every aspect of the coursefrom making lots of new friends to the fantastictutors who have both inspired me and prepared mereally well for working in the hairdressing industry. I’m excited to be working for myselfand am really looking forward to the next stagein my hairdressing career.”

Chelsea CoxCourse: Hairdressing Diploma Level 2

Previous school: Lymm High School

Having completed her qualification, this budding

entrepreneur is planning to set up a new salon in

Warrington specialising in exciting and inspiring new hair

designs.

12.6% of workplaces in the

hair and beauty sector are

located in the North West

Fact

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Introduction to Hair & Beauty SectorLevel 1 �Hair�


If you have no prior knowledge of hair and

beauty and feel that this is the career for

you, this course will give you an insight into

the essential skills of Hairdressing and

Beauty Therapy. You will work in state of the

art salons as part of a team, gaining

practical, hands-on experience providing

hair treatments within a professional training

environment in The Academy. The topics

covered include: salon reception duties,

creating a professional image, basic hair

care, preparing and maintaining the

Hairdressing work area and health and

safety.

Progression


course, you will be able to progress onto

either the Level 2 Beauty Therapy or

Hairdressing course, or alternatively into

employment within the hair and beauty

industry.

Additional Costs

There will be additional costs for kit. You will

also need to purchase a uniform and shoes

for practical sessions which will cost

approximately £55. Uniforms can be

ordered via college and will be delivered to

your home.

Barbering Diploma (QCF) Level 2

Course Length: 1 Year

You will train to be a Barber in a realistic

Barbers shop environment. The course will

include a variety of grooming services whilst

giving you the opportunity to work with the

general public. The topics covered include

Knowledge and Skills of Barbering,

Shampooing and Conditioning Hair and

Scalp , Cut Hair using Barbering

Techniques, Drying Hair to Shape, Product

Knowledge, Cutting Facial Hair to Shape,

Health and Safety, Client Consultation and

Colouring Hair using Basic Techniques.

Progression


course, you will be able to progress onto a

Level 3 qualification or alternatively into

employment within the barbering industry.

Additional Costs

There will be an additional cost for kit and

uniform.

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Hairdressing Diploma Level 2


If you want to expand your existing

hairdressing knowledge and skills and are

interested in a career in Hairdressing, then

this course could be ideal for you.

Throughout the course you will be

supported to develop a range of theoretical

knowledge and practical skills, including

how to cut, colour, perm and dress hair to

suit all occasions. You can show off your

new skills by bringing in family and friends

to use as models for assessments. You will

work in state-of-the-art salons, gaining the

practical skills and knowledge you need to

succeed in a career in hairdressing. The

topics covered include: cutting, blow-

drying, style and dress hair, perming,

colouring and create hairstyles suitable for

individuals, hair type, texture and face

shape.

Progression


course, you will be able to progress onto the

Level 3 Hairdressing course, or alternatively

into employment within the hairdressing

industry.

Additional Costs

A Hairdressing uniform and kit is required

for this course. Order forms are available

from the Academy. Prices for complete

uniforms are approximately £55 plus

postage & package. You will also need to

purchase a hairdressing kit.

Hairdressing Women and Men’s Diploma

level 2


If you are interested in a career in

Hairdressing and Barbering, then this

qualification could be ideal for you. You will

develop a range of theoretical knowledge

and practical skills, including how to cut,

colour, style and dress women’s and men’s

hair to suit all occasions. You can show off

your new skills by bringing in friends and

family to act as models. The course takes

place in our state-of-the-art salons taught

by industry experienced tutors.

The topics covered include women’s and

gents cutting, blow-drying, styling and

dressing hair, and colouring as well as

creating individualised hairstyles, the study

of hair type, texture and faces shape and

scalp massage.

Progression


course, you will be able to progress onto the

Level 3 Women’s Hairdressing Diploma,

Level 3 Cutting Techniques or alternatively

go into employment within the hairdressing

industry.

Additional Costs

There will be additional costs for kit and

uniform.

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Hairdressing Diploma Level 3


If you have already gained a Level 2

qualification in Hairdressing, this advanced

level qualification offers an exciting

opportunity to further develop your

hairdressing knowledge and skills, including

advanced colouring, cutting and lots more.

The modules studied include creative

cutting, colouring, hair extensions and

styling hair.

Progression


qualification you could progress onto a

Higher Education qualification, complete an

additional qualification in barbering,

continue in employment within the

Hairdressing industry or even start your own

business.

Additional Costs

There will be an additional cost for kit and

uniform.


Health & Social Care

Career Opportunities include: Health & Social Care leading to a career as a Nurse, Health Visitor,

Health Records Clerk, Social Worker, Teacher, Healthcare Assistant, Occupational Health Nurse,

Mental Health Nurse, Dental Nurse, Physiotherapist.

The health sector is about helping people live healthy and fulfilling lives. Health care covers

careers in medicine, whilst social care is all about supporting people with additional needs. Most

people in this sector are employed by the NHS, others are employed by private practices.

Healthcare is an essential and thriving part of our society and there will always be career

opportunities for qualified and skilled people. The list is endless. You will be taught by tutors who

are experts within the health and social care industry, gaining valuable knowledge and skills to

progress.

Work placements are usually completed within the Health and Social care working environment

and form your portfolio of evidence.

There will be the opportunity to attend a variety of trips throughout the academic year, including

visits to local hospitals, universities and residentials in the care industry. You will also enjoy a wide

variety of guest speakers from the industry who are invited into college to share their own

personal experiences.





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Stacey LawtonCourse: Health and Social Care Extended Diploma

Level 3

Previous school: Beamont Collegiate Academy,

formerly William Beamont Community High School

Stacey is a self-driven motivated student who, having

gained outstanding results, is taking a gap year to

gain experience before progressing onto University to

study Adult Nursing. Stacey has enjoyed the wide

variety of work placements and the opportunities for

volunteering at college and in the local community

which will greatly benefit her career within the Health

sector.

“The course has given me a valuable insight intothe diversity of opportunity in the Health Service,as well as being the ideal qualification for university. The tutors are amazing and reallycared about my success.”

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Health, Social Care & Children andYoung People’s Setting� Introductory Certificate Level 1


The course will enable you to gain basic

knowledge and skills to progress onto other

childcare-related course or Health and

Social Care related course. The topics

studied include: Roles within the health and

social care and child care sector,

safeguarding, communication, equality and

inclusion and Human Growth and

Development. You will also complete a

work placement one day per week in the

final term of your studies.

Progression



onto the Level 2 First Diploma in Child Care,

Level 2 First Diploma in Health and Social

Care or onto an Apprenticeship or an

alternative Level 2 qualification, as

appropriate.

Additional Costs


the course that include a polo shirt (approx

£10.80), hooded top £14.79 (optional) and a

DBS check (approx £44).

Health & Social Care Diploma Level2


Are you looking for a worthwhile and

rewarding career? Are you a caring,

hardworking and supportive person,

interested in helping the elderly, supporting

people with disabilities and contributing to

making life happier and more enjoyable for

others? If so, then this course is for you.

You will gain the valuable skills needed to

progress and find employment within the

health and social care sector. Areas covered

on the course include: impact of diet on

health, individual needs, communications

and rights, human lifespan development

and vocational practice. You will also be

required to complete a series of work

placements.

Progression

If you achieve a good final grade for the

course (Merit or Distinction Grade) you will

be able to progress to a Level 3 course in

Health and Social Care, e.g. BTEC

Extended Diploma. You can also find

employment as a care worker in a Health

and Social Care setting or enrol on an

Apprenticeship.

Additional Costs


the course that include a Polo Shirt (approx

£10.80), hooded top £14.79 (optional), a

DBS check (approx £44) and a Reference

Book (approx £20).

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Health & Social Care Diploma Level 3


Are you extremely motivated? Do you seek

a challenge? Do you wish to work in the

public sector helping others to enjoy a

better quality of life? If the answer to these

questions is yes then this is the course for

you! This is a 1 year programme, offering

progression to further study on Level 3 or

entry to employment. Areas covered on the

course include health & safety, equality &

diversity, psychological perspectives,

lifespan development and personal and

professional development. You will also be

required to complete a series of work

placements.

Progression

This level 3 course enables progression to

further study for example HNC/D in Health

and Social Care. The grades that you are

able to achieve are based on

pass/merit/distinction criteria and will allow

you to progress into employment.

Additional Costs

You will be required to purchase a polo

shirt(approx £10.80), hooded top £14.79

(optional), a DBS check (£44), a USB stick

to save all your assignments, a Health and

Social Care book for referencing (£24) and a

Student planner(£2). All these are essential

requirements for you to be successful on

your course.

Health & Social Care BTEC ExtendedDiploma Level 3


Are you looking for a worthwhile and

rewarding career? Are you a caring,

hardworking and supportive person,

interested in helping the elderly, supporting

the disabled and contributing to making life

happier and enjoyable for others? If so, then

this course is for you. You will gain the

practical skills and knowledge from tutors

who are experts within the health and social

care sector. You will also complete a work

placement to gain the practical skills you

need to succeed in the industry, which will

be two full days per week. The topics

studied include: anatomy & physiology,

psychological perspectives, equality &

diversity, communication and personal and

professional development.

Progression

On completion of the course learners will

gain a recognised Level 3 qualification in

Health and Social care. This will allow you

to find employment within the health and

social care sector, or go on to further study

in this area at university, studying for

example Adult Nursing, Occupational

Therapy, Social Work or Education.

Additional Costs

There will be additional costs when you

enrol on the course, these include a

handbook (£24), A college planner (£5), a

USB stick (£9)Polo Shirt (approx £10.80),

hooded top £14.79 (optional) and your

DBS check (approx £44).






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Hospitality & Catering

Career Opportunities include: Catering Manager, Restaurant Manager, Kitchen Assistant, Kitchen Porter,

Hotel Manager, Conference & Exhibition Organiser, Chef.

Are you passionate about first class hospitality and delicious food? Are you enthusiastic, motivated and have

loads of energy and drive? The catering industry is one of the largest employers in the UK and includes a

remarkably wide range of catering operations and job opportunities, both in the kitchen and in the restaurant

and bar. Our excellent food and hospitality facilities include high-tech kitchens, a fine dining restaurant and a

huge 350 seater college canteen where students prepare breakfasts, lunches and snacks. Hospitality takes

you out of the kitchen and puts you in front of the customer, where you will learn silver service and develop

outstanding customer service skills as well as front of house management techniques. Our lecturers are

industry professionals with up-to-date knowledge and skills and are keen to start you off on a successful

career in this exciting and diverse industry or alternatively to support you to progress on to university. In 2009

a team of students reached the final of the National Toque D’Or competition and in 2011 and 2012 our teams

reached the semi-finals of this prestigious competition.

You will have the opportunity to work at other venues including a three day catering experience at Chester

races. Former students have enjoyed work experience at Heathcotes, Glen Eagles Hotel, the Lowry and some

have subsequently been employed by Michelin starred restaurants.

Visits to other catering establishments are a feature of the course. Previous students have been on residentials

to London and Paris. Local trips include visits to The Hilton, The Hard Day’s Night, The Echo Arena and The

Abode. You will also have the opportunity to apply for a 3 week European Kitchen work placement.

We have excellent links with local and national employers, giving you the opportunity of prestigious and

valuable work experience as well as guest lecturers including Michael Quinn, Paul Heathcoate and Will Holland.

Tim KewleyCourse: Professional Cookery Level 3

Previous school: Lymm High School

Tim’s culinary skills saw him reach the semi-finals of the

British Turkey Student Chef of the Year, 2013. After

achieving excellent results, Tim is progressing onto

employment at the Michelin starred restaurant, Northcote

Manor in Blackburn. Tim has ambitions to open his own

restaurant in the future specialising and celebrating

British food using local British produce.

“I’ve really enjoyed my time at college, it’s a greatplace to be. I’ve learnt a lot on the Level 3course. My tutors have been truly inspiring andtheir support and encouragement has played a majorrole in my success.”

NotesMore than half of the

skilled workforce in the

travel and hospitalitysector are 16-28 yearsold.

Fact

There are over 70,000

restaurants in the UK

Fact

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Catering and Hospitality Foundation NVQLevel 1


This course provides practical skills in food

preparation, cooking and food service in our

purpose built kitchens and Buckley's

restaurant. It is the perfect platform for you

to progress on to the Catering and

Hospitality Diploma, Level 2 course. You will

be part of the kitchen team which services

the college Crescent cafeteria for both staff

and students. You will also work in

Buckley's as part of the front of house team

serving members of the public in our

purpose built restaurant. The course has

both practical and theory based elements

and will include the following units

Maintaining a safe, hygienic and secure

working environment, working effectively as

part of hospitality team, Maintaining food

safety when storing, preparing & cooking

food, cook vegetables and Preparing hot

and cold sandwiches & provide counter and

take away service. You will also study

Functional Skills in Maths and English. You

will learn to cook in a professional

environment supported by a team of

experienced tutors.

Progression

Ideally, you would progress onto a Level 2

programme; in doing so you would increase

your skills potential earnings in just 34

weeks. There are good job prospects in the

Catering & Hospitality industry in both the

Restaurant and kitchen at a junior level.

Additional Costs

You will need to buy 2 full chefs uniforms,

safety shoes, knives and restaurant jacket at

an approximate cost of £200. You will also

have to contribute to the trips and

residential, which will be subsidised by the

college.

Introduction to Professional Cookeryand Food Service Diploma Level1


This course provides practical skills in food

preparation, cooking and food service in our

purpose built kitchens and Buckley's

restaurant. It is hands on and gives you a

real taste of working in the industry. It is the

perfect platform for you to progress on to

the Professional Cookery and Restaurant

Service Level 2 course. You will be part of

the kitchen team who cook for Buckley’s

fine dining restaurant. You will also work in

Buckley's as part of the front of house team

serving members of the public in our

purpose built restaurant. Areas covered on

the course will include, preparation and

cooking of meat, fish, poultry, vegetables,

soups, stocks and sauces and bakery, food

safety, hygiene and healthy eating and food

and drink service. You will also study

functional skills in English and maths.

Progression

Ideally, you would progress onto a Level 2

programme, in doing so you would increase

your skills potential earnings in just 34

weeks. There are good job prospects in the

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Catering & Hospitality industry in both the

Restaurant and kitchen at a junior level.

Additional Costs

You will need to buy 2 full chef’s uniforms,



be asked to contribute to the cost of trips

and residentials.

Catering and Hospitality NVQ Diploma Level 2


This course is designed for those who have

a keen interest in making a career in the

Hospitality and Catering Industry and wish

to become competent cooks/chefs in a

professional kitchen or front of house team.

The course has both practical and theory

based elements and will include the

following the preparation and cooking of

meat, fish, poultry, vegetables, soups,

stocks and sauces, food safety, hygiene and

teamwork and 'Front of House Skills’ by

serving customers in Buckley’s Restaurant

& Bar. You complete an NVQ Level 2 in

Food Preparation and Cooking; BTEC

Introductory Certificate in Hospitality and a

Level 2 Food Safety Award and functional

skills in English and Maths.

Progression

Successful students can progress onto our

extensive range of Level 3 qualifications.

Alternatively there are a wide range of job

opportunities available for trained

Hospitality and Catering professionals such

as Chef, Conference and Banqueting

Assistant/Manager.

Additional Costs




be asked to contribute to the cost of trips

and residentials.

Cookery Advanced Diploma Level3



already completed a Hospitality & Catering

Level 2 qualification and have experience in

the Hospitality and Catering Industry and

wish to become outstanding in a

professional kitchen by extending their

skills. This advanced cooking qualification

focuses on developing your culinary skills

which involves the preparation and cooking

of a wide range of food commodities and

dishes. It is particularly aimed at those

learners who are looking to advance to the

positions of sous chef and head chef

particularly in a ‘fine-dine’ environment.

Areas covered on the course will include:

preparation and cooking of meat, fish,

poultry, vegetables, soups, stocks and

sauces and bakery, food safety, hygiene and

healthy eating.

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Progression

There are good job prospects in a kitchen

environment at junior/commis level.

Additional Costs




be asked to contribute to the trips and

residentials.

Hotel, Restaurant and Events Supervision�Extended Diploma Level 3


The emphasis of the course is supervising

the work of others and developing good

team and customer relations in a food

service environment. This course also

provides successful students with sufficent

UCAS points to progress onto higher

education. Areas covered include: food

safety supervision, supervising food and

drink service operations, food and beverage

legislations, promoting food and beverage

services and products.

Progression

You can progress on to higher education or

enter employment in the hospitality industry

such as a hotel, restaurant, catering

operation or join a company management

training scheme.

Additional Costs

You will need to buy 1 full chef’s uniform,

safety shoes and restaurant jacket at an

approximate cost of £180. You will also be

asked to contribute to the trips and

residentials.

Professional Cookery and RestaurantService Diploma Level2



experience in the Hospitality and Catering

Industry and wish to become outstanding in

a professional kitchen or front of house

team. This professional chef qualification

focuses on developing a broad range of

culinary skills which involves the preparation

and cooking of a wide range of food

commodities and dishes. You will train in

Buckley's kitchen and build your skills in the

training kitchen. You will also train in

Buckley's, the college's fine dining

Restaurant, on practical food and beverage

skills and customer service to enable you to

gain an 'all round' experience which will

make you more knowledgeable and

employable. Areas covered on the course

will include: preparation and cooking of


stocks and sauces and bakery and food

safety, hygiene and healthy eating.

Progression


environment at junior/commis level. You can

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progress on to a Level 3 Diploma, either in

Advanced Craft Skills or Hotel and Events

Supervision.

Additional Costs




be asked to contribute to the trips and

residentials.

Professional Cookery NVQ Level 3

Course length: One year full time or two

years, part-time

The main aim of the course is to develop

more complex skills in food preparation and

cooking to enable a student to work as a

chef de partie in a hospitality business,

whether it is in a hotel, restaurant or other

catering outlet. The course has both

practical and theory based elements which

include the preparation and cooking of


stocks and sauces as well as food safety,

hygiene and teamwork. You will train in the

college’s new kitchens, leading sections

under the guidance of the chef lecturer as

well as having theory lessons to underpin

what is learnt in the practical classes.

Progression


environment at chef de partie level.

Additional Costs



an approximate cost of £200. You will be

asked to contribute to the cost of trips and

residentials.






Media

Career Opportunities include: Media Researcher, Advertising Media Planner, Web Designer, Web

Content Manager, Web Developer, Radio Broadcast Assistant, TV Presenter, TV Camera Operator, Film

Camera Operator, TV/Film Sound Technician, TV/Film Production Manager, Broadcast Journalist, Video

Editor.

Would you like to gain the knowledge and skills required to enter a career in the media industry or toprogress onto a university degree in media? At Warrington Collegiate, our media courses will provide allthe necessary skills to kick start your career and prepare you for employment in the Television and Filmindustries. Delivered by highly skilled tutors, these exciting courses will allow you to gain skills in creative, technical, editorial and managerial roles.

The college is committed to ensuring that all students benefit from the opportunity to undertake workplacement whilst at college and we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant vocational setting. You will also have the opportunity to work on ‘live’ client briefs as part of your assessment.

Every year the department organises a different trip abroad. Past trips have included visits to Disneyland Paris, Barcelona and the Port Adventura theme park in Spain. The cost of all trips is determined by the place being visited and the length of stay. In addition various day trips are organised that are appropriate to the units being studied.

The department has strong links with employers, including an employer who undertakes work for Microsoft, which has previously enabled students to complete work experience in London, Denmark andSpain.

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Jack RowlandsonCourse: Media Extended Diploma Level 3

Previous school: Golborne High School

Outstanding results and contribution to Media

resulted in Jack receiving the Nathan Taylor

Memorial Award for Media. During his studies Jack

worked as a runner for the BBC production, Britain’s

Got Talent, to gain experience of how a large scale

production works. Jack will now take up his place

at the University of Salford to study TV and Radio

Production with ambitions to be a TV producer

of documentaries.

“Working for the BBC created excellent networking opportunities for future Employment.My inspiration at college has been my tutors who have developed my creative and technical skills. I’ve really enjoyed the trips we’ve been on, such as EuroDisney, where we were able to go behind the scenes and see how things work.”

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Creative Media Production BTEC Level 2


The Creative Media Production Diploma

provides the basic knowledge and skills you

will need if you are interested in pursuing a

career in traditional media, interactive media

or gaming. You will develop an

understanding of the media industries, an

understanding of media audiences as well

as gaining skills in all aspects of media

production. The topics studied include: ICT

skills, structure of the media industry, roles

within the media industry, research

productions, analyse media audiences,

analyse media texts, production of a media

product, digital graphics and concept art for

games. From 2014 this course will contain 2

external assessments.

Progression

You can progress on to the Extended

Diploma in Creative Media Production with

additional pathways offered in Interactive

Media and Games Development. The Level

3 course prepares you for university or

alternatively for work within TV, radio, music

or the advertising industry.

Additional Costs

You will be encouraged to purchase hard



outside College.

Creative Media Production Diploma Level 1


In today’s society we are reliant on digital

systems; therefore there is an on-going

demand for skilled IT practitioners who can

use different forms of media to create

various systems. On the course you will use

digital applications to create dynamic,

transportable assignments, developing skills

in modern computing. The topics studied

include: desktop publishing, developing and

editing video, creating and editing video,

creating digital images, animation, digital

photography and web design.

Progression

Following the successful completion of the


Level 2 Diploma available at Warrington

Collegiate or seek employment within the

computing industry.

Additional costs

Students are encouraged to buy the Serif

software used in class at a cost of

approximately £45 and to purchase a hard

drive to enable you to work on your

assignments from home.

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Creative Media Production BTEC ExtendedDiploma Level 3


Are you interested in working in the exciting

world of Music, Film, TV and video

production? Do you have the passion to

succeed in this very competitive industry? If

so, then this course is for you. You will gain

creative, technical, editorial and managerial

skills in the creative media industry to equip

you for higher education or employment.

The topics studied include journalism, audio

production, film studies and media projects

including the production of short films and

advertisements.

Progression

BTEC Level 3 Diplomas are valued by

employers and higher education institutions.

If you want to go straight into employment

you could work in a variety of roles within

television production, film production,

post-production and facility houses,

corporate and commercials, radio,

interactive media, animation, public

relations, media project work, teaching and

many more. Alternatively you could

progress onto a Higher Education

qualification at College or University.

Additional Costs

You will need to purchase CD/DVDs to

present final work on as well as materials

such as glossy paper for printing

advertisements.






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Motor Vehicle

Career Opportunities include: Motor Vehicle Fitter, Breakdown Engineer, Motor Vehicle Body Repairer, CAD

Technician, Paint Sprayer, Automotive Engineer.

Are you a practical, hands-on sort of person who gets a buzz out of solving problems and fixing things? Do you enjoy

finding how things work? If so, a career in Motor Vehicle Repair and Maintenance may be just right for you. You will enjoy

the benefits of work experience whilst at college and we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant vocational

setting.

During your course, there will be the opportunity to get involved in a variety of trips and residentials which will help you to

gain a better understanding of the area in which you would like to work.

Our Motor Vehicle teaching staff have a wealth of industry experience and draw on this to enrich the course, linking your

studies to the automotive industry.

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Josh MercerCourse: Motor Vehicle Level 2


formerly William Beamont Community High School

After gaining a distinction at Level 2 Josh is

progressing onto the higher level course with

ambitions to gain a top level job in the motor

industry. With a passion for cars and a strong

interest in motorsport, Josh is a keen Quad

biker in his spare time when he’s not working

at the local racetrack.

“ I loved every aspect of the course

especially the work placement at a local garage which allowed me to put my technical skills, learnt at college, into action. The inspiration and motivation provided by my tutors have played a major role in my success.”

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Vehicle Maintenance and Repair DiplomaLevel 1


This course is aimed at candidates who

would like to work in the automotive sector

and provides a basic knowledge and

understanding of principles involved in

motor vehicle maintenance and repair.


will enable you to progress on to the Motor

Vehicle Diploma in Light Vehicle Principles,

Level 2 or onto an Apprenticeship

programme. The topics studied include:

introduction to vehicle technology and

workshop processes, carrying out basic

routine maintenance, contributing to good

housekeeping in the workplace and

ensuring your own actions reduce risks to

health & safety.

Progression

You can progress onto a Level 2 Diploma in

Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Principles or an apprenticeship via full-time

employment.

Additional Costs

Learners will require steel toe capped boots

and overalls (approx £20). Please ask the

Motor Vehicle staff for details on interview.

Certificate in Vehicle Systems Maintenance, Entry Level 3


This course is designed for students who

haven’t gained the necessary GCSEs to be

placed on a Level 1 course. This course

provides an ideal starting point for those

keen to embark on a career in motor vehicle

maintenance and repair and may also

provide opportunities to enter a career in

the wider engineering world, for example

public transport services or heavy goods /

plant repairs. This course will give you a

sound introduction to the basics and

provide a platform to progress within this

area of work. The topics studied include

vehicle braking systems, vehicle steering

and suspension systems, vehicle wheels

and tyre systems and vehicle engine

operating principles.

Progression

On successful completion of this course you

can progress onto the Level 1

Certificate/Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance.

Additional Costs




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Vehicle Maintenance and Repair(Light Vehicle) Level 2


This qualification will provide you with a

specialist work - related qualification in

preparation for employment and/or career

development within the Motor Vehicle

industry. During the course, you will gain an

understanding of a variety of relevant

topics, as well as learning about important

aspects relating to health and safety. The

topics studied include: carrying out routine

vehicle maintenance, removing and

replacing engine units & components,

removing and replacing auxiliary electrical

units and components , removing and

replacing chassis units and components,

conducting pre/post work vehicle

inspections, good housekeeping, ensuring

your own actions reduce risks to health &

safety and maintaining positive working

relationships.

Progression

You can progress to a Level 3 Motor Vehicle

qualification or onto an Apprenticeship via a

full time employed position.

Additional Costs




Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle) Level 3


This course will provide you with in-depth

knowledge of both theory and practice,

giving you the skills you will need to obtain

employment within the Motor Vehicle

industry. The topics studied include:

diagnosis and rectification of vehicle faults

within engine, chassis and electrical

systems and vehicle transmissions and the

inspection of vehicles.

Progression

On achievement of this qualification you can

go onto study a Higher Education

qualification at University. Alternatively you

can seek employment as a technician in the

motor trade or related industry and

undertake an advanced apprenticeship.

Additional Costs








Music & Music technology

Career Opportunities include: Music Promotions, Music Teaching, Pop or Classical Musician, Vocal Tuition,

DJing, Radio Presenting or Producing, Live Sound Engineering, Studio Engineering, Recording Producing,

TV/Film Sound Techician, Stage Managing, Composing for the Moving Image, and more.

Music is one of the leading creative industries driving the media and entertainment sector. This provides

enormous scope for opportunities, leading to university and employment within many facets of the creative

industries.

The music programme at The Arts Centre is designed to provide vocational experience as a working musician

or working technically within the industry. Students are trained to be practitioners and artists who produce

outstanding work which is regarded as some of the best in the UK at college level.

The college is committed to ensuring that all students benefit from the opportunity to undertake work placement

whilst at college and we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant vocational setting.

You will go on visits to watch productions throughout the year as well as on various trips to provide stimuli in

projects. All learners within the Music department will be invited to attend at least one residential trip. These

trips are all linked into the curriculum to enrich your learning experience.

We have excellent facilities on site, including fully furbished rehearsal spaces, two dedicated recording studios,

a mixing and mastering suite, mac labs for composition and sequencing and a 155 seat theatre with high quality

sound and control equipment.

Tutors on the course work professionally within many different areas of the industry. We believe leaners will gain

knowledge and skills working with current practitioner and tutors that still work within the field rather than relying

on purely academic approaches. Workshops from external industry professionals will be provided to further

enrich the learning experience. Previous guest lecturers have worked with Ian Brown, The Happy Mondays,

Metallica, Rage Against The Machine, Elton John, and more.

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Luke SallisCourse: Audio Production Music Technology

Diploma Level 3

Previous school: Brychall High School

After gaining excellent results Luke has accepted a

place at UCLAN where he plans to study Music

Production. When he’s not developing his

considerable creative skills and talents at college

Luke works as a DJ at local venues and conventions

as well as creating his own electronic music.

“This course has provided an excellent steppingstone to university. Studying at Warringtoncollegiate has given me a fantastic insight intohow the industry works as well as increasingmy knowledge and skills of the science behindsound.”


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Music Performance BTEC extended diplomaLevel 3


The course is designed to provide you with

the skills and knowledge to succeed in the

music industry. There will be opportunities

to participate in live performances

throughout the year where you will gain the

practical knowledge and skills needed to

work in the industry. You will also be given

the opportunity to provide technical support

in-house at external events, provide live

music for various events both in college and

at key events in Warrington and have the

chance to organise your own music-based

event. The course tutors are experienced

professionals who are from, and still work

within the music industry and will help you

to gain the relevant skills you need for a

career within the music industry. The topics

covered include: live performance skills, live

and studio recording skills, music theory,

compositional techniques and the context

of music.

Progression

The course is designed with one of two

pathways in mind. One direction is Higher

Education (Universities), with the other

being that of a working musician. Most, if

not all of our past learners, have progressed

onto either University or began a career in

the industry.

Additional Costs

All learners must possess their own

equipment, i.e. singers must have their own

microphone and leads, and musicians must

have their own instruments and leads.

Obviously, drum kits are provided so

drummers will only require a stick bag, with

a variety of sticks.

Music Technology BTEC extended diplomaLevel 3


Who makes any band or artist successful?

It’s the person who works their magic in the

recording studio. Is that going to be you?

Maybe you want to be the one mixing

bands live at those big concerts? Do you

want to produce your own music? Maybe

you want to work in film sound? Ever been

curious about how they make those weird

noises? Or perhaps you’re even interested

in the new areas opening up for live

electronic music? If the answer to any of

those questions is yes, then this course is

definitely for you. Our facilities include two

dedicated recording studios showcasing

analogue (24 track) and digital setups

(ProTools), a separate dedicated

acoustically treated mixing and mastering

suite, several rehearsal rooms, and a 155

seat theatre used for lectures, training, and

public/ commercial performances. During

the course you’ll also be given the

opportunity to explore live sound

engineering on a professional scale,

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providing the in-house technical expertise

required for a range of shows including live

music events, theatrical performances,

musical theatre, dance etc. The topics

studied include: music production

techniques, live sound, sequencing systems

& techniques, sound creation &

manipulation, music & sound for the moving

image, the sound & music industry and

music technology in performance.

Additional Costs

We do require you to have a few items to

ensure lectures and sessions run smoothly.

You will need a pair of headphones, a

memory stick/pen drive, and a textbook.

You will be provided with the specific details

upon enrolment. These costs should not

exceed £50.

Progression

Many learners choose to continue their

learning at the next level in a Higher

Education setting (university). We offer help

and guidance with university selection, the

application process (UCAS), and sincerely

want to see you achieve your goals.

However upon completing the course we

aim to have given you all the skills you will

need to begin exploring your chosen area of

the industry. This may lead to work,

internship or other work placement

opportunities. Former students have opted

for this path and have progressed into a

successful career within the industry.





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Painting & Decorating

Career Opportunities include: Painter & Decorator, Paint Sprayer, Community Arts Worker, SignMaker…

Our painting and decorating qualifications will provide you with a wide range of practical skills to

prepare you for a career in the painting and decorating industry. If you are a practical, hands-on sort

of person and are interested in the painting and decorating route, then these courses could be just

what you are looking for. The courses are taught in the Colin Daniels Construction Centre which

incorporates well equipped workshops in which our expert tutors will support you to develop your

craft. Career routes include Painter, Sign Writer and Interior Designer. You will gain skills in paint

systems and decorative finishes, developing skills from Level 1 to Level 3.



vocational setting.

Students will be given an opportunity to participate in a residential trip with an ‘Outward Bound’

theme and a focus on team building.

The college is continually developing and reinforcing links with industry to promote work placement

opportunities. A variety of guest speakers from industry are invited to speak to students during the

course of the year.


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Jasmin KayCourse: Painting and Decorating Level 1

Previous school: Fairfield High School

This budding entrepreneur with an artistic flair has ambitions

to start her own Painting and Decorating business,

specialising in decorative techniques.

“Painting and decorating is a really good trade to

work in and a great skill to have for future

employment. I love the practical aspects of the course.

I chose Warrington Collegiate because it was the best

college in the area and the tutors are amazing, they

really care about your success.”

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Painting & Decorating Level 1


The Diploma is awarded by CITB who jointly

form the Construction Awards Alliance

(CAA). The Level 1 Diploma has been


Painting & Decorating industry and has

been specifically developed for delivery in a

training environment using simulated

conditions. The programme will provide you

with excellent skills and the confidence to

carry out safe working practices in Painting

and Decorating. The topics studied include:

health & safety, knowledge of technical

information, quantities and communication

with others, knowledge of construction

technology, erect and dismantle access

equipment and working platforms, prepare

surfaces for decoration, apply paint systems

by brush and roller, apply foundation and

plain papers and produce specialist

decorative finishes.

Progression



Level 2 Diploma in Painting and Decorating

or alternatively seek employment, or an

Apprenticeship, within the industry.

Additional costs

All tools will be provided at Level 1, but as

you progress you will be encouraged to buy

some basic tools to use on the course. You

will be encouraged to attend a residential

during your first year at college. You will

also need Safety Boots and a bib and brace

painters overall.

Painting& Decorating Diploma Level 2


The Diploma in Painting and Decorating is


painting and decorating industry. It has

been specifically developed for delivery in a

training environment using simulated

conditions and the assessments allow you

to show what you can do through the

completion of various activities. The

contents of the programme include: prepare

surfaces for decoration, apply paint systems

(brush/roller), apply standard paper

(ceiling/walls), produce specialist decorative

finishes, apply water bourne paint systems

(by HVLP), scaffolding, health and safety,

knowledge of technical information,

quantities and communication, construction

technology.

Progression





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Painting& Decorating Diploma Level3


This course has been specifically

developed for delivery in a training

environment using simulated conditions and

the assessments allow you to show what

you can do as an individual through the

completion of various activities. The

contents of your programme include: safe

working practices in construction, health

and safety, information, quantities and

communications with others, apply coating

- brush/roller, apply wall covering -

ceilings/walls, advanced decorative finishes,

specialist architectural feature work, apply

water borne paint systems - using airless

equipment.

Progression


Diploma, you may progress to a

Construction related BTEC National

Diploma, leading to a BTEC Higher

National Certificate.

Performing Arts

Studying Performing Arts at The Arts Centre can lead to a career as a Choreographer, Dancer, Actor, Dance

Teacher, Entertainment Agent, Music Promotions Manager, Dance Movement Therapist, TV Presenter, Backstage

Manager.

The Creative Industries is one of Britain’s fastest growing sectors with a huge range of opportunities within

advertising, design, visual arts, creative writing, film, TV, animation, fashion, theatre, dance, music, stage and

set design, as well as museums, venues and galleries. The Performing Arts curriculum area was judged to be

outstanding by Ofsted in 2010. We believe that we are successful because of our passion for the subject and

because we train our students to be practitioners and artists who are ready for today’s Performing Arts Industry.

The high quality of work produced by our students has been rewarded by success in a variety of competitions

and is widely regarded as being some of the best in the UK at College Level.

The college is committed to ensuring that all students benefit from the opportunity to undertake work placement

whilst at college and we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant vocational setting.

You will go on visits to watch productions throughout the year as well as on various trips to provide stimuli in

projects. All learners within the Performing Arts department will be invited to attend at least one residential trip.

These trips are all linked into the curriculum to enrich your learning experience.

Tutors on the course work professionally within the Performing Arts industry on both a national and international

level. Learners will gain knowledge and skills from working with current practitioners. Workshops from

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Notes

Zac HancockCourse: Performing Arts - Acting BTEC Extended

Diploma Level 3


formerly William Beamont High School

A talented performer, Zac has starred in many

contemporary productions during the year, including

TRASH, at the Pyramid, Warrington, a bold and

daring collection of original pieces and

overwhelmingly a great success. Outstanding results

and contribution to the Performing Arts at college saw

Zac named as Outstanding Student of the Year at the

Further Education Awards Ceremony. He will now

progress to the prestigious Performance Centre at

Falmouth University where he plans to study

Performing Arts.

“My time at college has been amazing. I’ve lovedevery aspect of the course and the opportunitiesto develop my artistic skills and talents. The tutors are really inspirational and have encouragedme to push the limits and boundaries in performance.”

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Performing Arts (Dance) BTEC DiplomaLevel 2


This one year course is designed to develop

skills within the genre of Dance. You will

undertake technical training in

Contemporary dance, Ballet, Jazz and

Urban which will develop skills of stamina,

strength and flexibility. The course focuses

mainly on Contemporary styles and

Choreography under a multi-disciplinary

setting where you will develop other

performance related skills. This course will

not only help you develop as a dancer but

as an artist, as learners are challenged to

create innovative and raw choreography. If

you are interested in working within the

dance industry this course is a great

stepping stone to help you achieve this,

with over ninety percent of learners

progressing to the Level 3 provision. The

course has received many awards for

student work, including UK Skills winners

for student choreography in a solo and a

group. You will take part in many

performances throughout the year

including: Pantomime, Multi-Media,

external events and working as a touring

dance company performing work in local

high schools in and around the North West.

Progression

You can progress onto the Level 3

Performing Arts qualification or find

employment within the industry.

Additional Costs

You will be required to purchase a uniform.

This includes practical clothing consisting of

an Arts Centre T-shirt and hoodie.

Performing Arts(Acting)� BTEC Diploma Level 2


Performing Arts (Acting) offers a step-by-

step process that begins with introducing

students to the basic methods and theories

of acting techniques in small groups, then

culminates into production to public

audiences internal annd external.

Applicat information:

Performing Arts (Acting) at The Arts Centre

provides a thorough preparation for

progression to the Level 3 Acting

programme. This can lead into a career in

acting and aims to develop each individual

student’s talent.

The Course

The curriculum covers acting, physical

theatre, devising and development studies.

Students explore their own creativity

through work focussed on co-operation,

responsiveness to others and the ensemble,

fostered by group-shared experiences.

Acting on this course begins with acting

skills and techniques looking at the

foundations of performance, with the

development of imagination and creativity.

Learners are required to research, create

and reflect. Acting work ranges from

individual character study through to larger

community based projects.

The year will culminate in at least one large

scale production.

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Progression

Learners who achieve the Level 2

qualification will have the opportunity to

audition for the level 3 Acting course.

Additional Costs

You will be required to purchase a

uniform consisting of jogging bottoms,

dance trousers, T-shirts/Vests, hoodies and

shorts (all in black).

Performing Arts(Acting)BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3


Acting offers a step-by-step process that

begins in the first year by introducing

students to the basic methods and theories

of acting techniques in small groups, then

culminates into final full-scale productions

to public audiences internal and external.

First year

Acting on this course begins with the

principles of acting looking at the

foundations of performance, with the

development of imagination and creativity.

Learners are required to research, analyse

and create. First year work ranges from

individual character study through to larger

community based projects. The first year

culminates in a large scale Living exhibition

project, in which students study, understand

contemporary approaches to performance

work.

Second year

Learners are asked to adapt to the differing

demands of the projects and encourage

them to take their own responsiblitiy for

their own creative work. Students

experience a wide variety of challenging

roles from naturalism to American realism

exploring the textual complexities of

contemporary work. All productions

demand research, advanced skills and

commitment.

Past and current learners have worked with

the National Theatre, Culture Warrington

and Chester Performs to name a few.

Previous productions

The Arts Centre prides itself in the variety of

work it has produced, from Anthony

Burgess’ Clockwork Orange to Denis Kelly’s

DNA.

Progression

Graduates of Warrington Collegiate

progress to many prestigious acting schools

and universities for example; Wast 15, Italia

Conti, Bird, Alra, LIPA, Ardens School of

Acting, Falmouth, Edge Hill, UCLAN,

Blackpool and Fylde, and Liverpool John

Moores.

Additional Costs

You will be required to purchase an Arts

Centre T-shirt and hoodie.

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Performing Arts (Dance) BTEC ExtendedDiploma Level 3


The Arts Centre for Dance Training is an

innovative course offering young people

with talent and potential in dance

opportunity to access quality dance

training. The programme offers students

specialised classes providing intensive and

rigorous dance training taught by an

experienced team of professional

Performing Arts teachers and artists. The

course offers the opportunity for students to

gain the skills and experience to progress to

specialised training schools and Higher

Education (University).

First year

A busy and exciting year in which students

work to gain the techniques and

performance skills to prepare them for the

following year. Students will learn the basic

principles of Jazz, Urban, Contemporary,

Choreography and dance history, which will

culminate in a large scale performance.

Learners are required to research, create

and reflect on their own practices enabling

them to progress.

Second year

After careful mointoring of strengths

demonstrated during year 1, students will

be placed in the track appropriate to their

career potential. They are asked to adapt to

the differing demands of project and

performance work and are encouraged to

take responsibility for their creative

development. Learners will explore a wide

variety of challenging techniques increasing

in complexity from the first year.

Past and current learners have worked with

Ludus Dance Company, Laban and have

performed within the Turn platform.

Progression

Graduates of Warrington Collegiate have

attended Bird, LIPA, Arden School,

Falmouth, Edge Hill, UCLAN, MMU,

Liverpool, John Moores and De Monfort.

Additional Costs

You will be required to purchase advance kit

including an Arts Centre T-shirt and hoodie.

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TV, Fashion & special effects make-upartistry subsidiary diploma Level 3


Have you ever wondered when watching

Casualty or CSI, ‘how do they do that?’ If

you are interested in working behind the

scenes as a make-up artist in television,

theatre or the fashion industry then this is

the course for you. Learn all the skills you

will need that can take you into the world of

special effects make-up including Casualty,

horror and gore, theatrical make-up and

also the world of fashion. You will also learn

hair styling techniques, including period,

fashion, fantasy and bridal. Throughout the

course you will attend all of the Miss UK

and Miss Great Britain competitions

providing all of the hair and make-up for the

contestants. Other work experience

opportunities take place within our in house

theatre productions and other events

throughout the year.

Progression

This course will qualify you to work as a

make-up artist in the demanding TV, theatre

or fashion world. The next step after this

course would be to progress onto University

or an accredited make-up academy to

further specialise in your chosen field.

Recent students have progressed into

industry, working with the BBC and

Granada, whilst others students have

progressed on to a degree programme at

the London College of Fashion,

Bournemouth Arts University, Manchester

University and Bolton University.

Additional Costs

You will be required to purchase a

professional make-up kit that combines

both a special effects kit and a fashion and

theatrical make-up kit. A make-up artists

T-shirt will also be needed and you will be

provided with the relevant order information

upon enrolment.

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If you have not already achieved a Level 2 or GCSE grade C in English or Maths, you will work towards

a qualification as part of your vocational course to increase your chances of employment or

progression into higher education. You will take an assessment so that we can put you onto the right

course which will enable you to achieve a qualification.

PLUMBING

Career Opportunities include: Plumber, Gas Service Technician, Heating & Ventilation Engineer,

Leakage Operative, Sustainability Manager…

Would you like a career that will enable you to gain valuable skills and training in an industry which

continues to grow, despite the current economic downturn? Then the plumbing industry may be

ideal for you. Our courses have been designed to give you the skills and confidence you will need

to obtain employment in this area, or even to start your own plumbing business!

You will gain a range of practical skills working in state of the art plumbing workshops and learn

from experienced tutors who have worked in the industry. In the past, students have entered, and

won numerous competitions including the Heating Installers and Plumbers (HIP) competition. In

2011, for example one of our plumbing apprentices, Kristian Poyner, won the national finals of the

HIP competition and in 2013 apprentice plumber; Mike Yuile won gold at the UK Skills regional

heats.



vocational setting.

Learners are encouraged to take part in outward bound activities. Regular industry visits will take

place throughout the course.


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Ben Shaw

Course: Plumbing Studies Certificate Level 2

Previous school: Penketh High school

After achieving a distinction at Level 2,

Ben is progressing onto the Level 3 in

Plumbing with ambitions to gain an

apprenticeship, gain valuable site

experience, and ultimately own his own

business.

“The practical aspect of the course is really interesting. Plumbing is a really good trade to have with goodcareer prospects. The course and the college were recommended to me as it has high achievement rates on the courses.”

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Plumbing Foundation Learning Level 1


If you are interested in a career in the

plumbing industry then this is the ideal entry

point for you with progression routes onto

higher level courses in the future.

This course includes the following topics

English/Maths/IT, introduction to

construction, health and safety and

practical plumbing skills.

Progression


course you may be able to progress onto a

Level 2 qualification in the relevant

vocational area.

Additional costs

Boots will be required for practical work.

Plumbing Diploma Level2


This course will enable you to gain a range

of practical skills working in state of the art

plumbing workshops and learning from

industry experienced tutors. This course

consists of the following topics: safety,

principles of plumbing, processes of

plumbing, cold water, hot water, central

heating pipe work, sanitation, electrical

supply and earth continuity, environmental

awareness in plumbing and effective work

relationships.

Progression


qualification you can progress on to the

Level 3 Plumbing qualification.

Additional costs


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Plumbing Diploma Level 3


The plumbing industry continues to grow

despite the current economic downturn and

there is a national shortage of skilled

workers. Our courses have been designed

to give you the skills and confidence to

progress into employment or to work for

yourself, winning work and contracts. The

topics studied include: Understanding the

water regulations, energy efficiency and

unvented certificates. You will also

complete on-site units. You will complete

your gas training and assessment as

required to complete the diploma at the end

of the programme.

Progression



into employment within the plumbing

industry or perhaps even start your own

business!

Additional costs


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Public services

Career Opportunities include: Police Officer, Police Community Support Officer, Customs Officer,

Army Officer, Soldier, Royal Marine, Royal Air Force (RAF) airman/airwomen, Firefighter, Prison

Officer, Security Industry.

Our servicemen and women play a vital role in how we live our lives today and in the future. The

uniformed services make history and you could be a part of this....

If you are a good communicator, enthusiastic and enjoy being part of a highly motivated team then

public services is for you. A career in the Army, Navy, Fire Rescue Service, Police or Ambulance

Service could take you all over the world. Our practical challenging courses will help you develop

the skills needed for the selection processes of a number of the public services organisations.

Our experienced team has very close links with public services professionals who visit the college

regularly, to deliver master classes and activities which will enrich your studies. You will have the

opportunity to take part in field trips and expeditions both in the UK and abroad. Recent visits have

included Coniston, the Yorkshire Dales, Police Training and the Royal Air Force ( RAF).

An advanced level qualification in Public Services will also provide you with an opportunity to

progress onto a higher education qualification at Warrington Collegiate or University.






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Luke Towers

Course: Public Services Extended Diploma Level 3

Previous school: St Francis Xavier’s College

Luke is a keen runner and whilst

at college he represented North

West England in the London

Mini-marathon having previously

been ranked 6th in the UK for the

5,000 metres

“The fitness facilities are brilliant at Warrington Collegiate and the tutors encourage you to achieve and reach your potential.”

Luke is planning to go into the Prison

Service after studying Criminology at

university. He also plans to continue his

winning streak as he pursues his running

career for Great Britain alongside

studying for a degree.

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Public Services BTEC First Diploma Level 2


Would you like to know what it is like to

work in the Army or Prison service? Well we

do! Our Public Services team has a

significant amount of experience in these

areas. You will learn a range of skills which

will be invaluable in your career within the

armed and emergency services. The course

includes a wide range of outdoor activities

and team work which will help improve your

physical fitness. The course will motivate

and inspire you from beginning to the very

end, including a number of residential visits

with the various services and an outdoor

centre in the UK. Topics covered

include career planning, crime and its

effects on society, expedition skills, health

and fitness and sport and recreation.

Progression


course, you could progress onto an

Advanced level qualification including the

National or Extended National Diploma in

Public Services.

Additional costs

We keep additional costs to a minimum.

However some of the visits require a

contribution to the overall cost. You will also

be required to wear a uniform, which is

approximately £40-45.

Public Services BTEC National DiplomaLevel 3

Course Length: 2 Years

This course will take you on a personal

journey, and you are sure to have fun along

the way. Residential outdoor visits are an

integral part of this programme to

compliment the topics being studied and to

enable the pursuit of physical outdoor skills.

As one student said, “I now feel that I can

achieve anything. I am more confident,

assertive with excellent fitness levels.” Our

aim is for you to emerge from the course as

a highly competent, professional individual.

We expect high standards from each and

every student and will support you to

develop the skills and knowledge you need

for the next step of your journey, both

professionally and academically.

The course consists of 12 units. The four

core topics are Government policies and

Public Services, leadership and teamwork,

citizenship and diversity and understanding

discipline. Other topics covered include:

fitness testing and training for Uniformed

Public Services, physical preparation, health

and lifestyle, outdoor and adventurous

expeditions, crime and its effects, practical

team sports, international institutions,

human rights and impact of war, conflict

and terrorism, communication and

technology.

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Progression

You can progress into a career within the

Public Services sector or go on to study for

a Higher Education qualification at

Warrington Collegiate or University.

Additional costs






Public Services BTEC National ExtendedDiploma Level 3


This course will prepare you for the

discipline and hard work needed to be

successful in the armed forces or the

emergency services. For a career in public

services you need to be focused,

determined, self-disciplined, hardworking

and ready for a challenge. The Public

Service teaching team are experienced in

the Army and Civil service as well as

central and local government. Our strong

links with external agencies including the

RAF, Royal Marines, Cheshire Constabulary

and Cheshire Fire Services mean that guest

speakers visit the College regularly to share

their wealth of knowledge and expertise.

The course consists of 18 units studied over

a two year period. The five core topics are

Government policies and Public Services,

leadership and teamwork, citizenship and

diversity, understanding discipline and

fitness testing and training.

The 13 specialist topics are: physical

preparation, health and lifestyle,

international institutions and human rights,

impact of war, conflict and terrorism,

outdoor and adventurous expeditions, crime

and its effects, practical team sports,

planning and management of major

incidents, communication and technology,

aspects of law and legal system , security

procedures, current and media affairs and

responding to emergency service incidents.

Progression

You can progress into a career within the

Public Services sector or alternatively you

can go on to study for a Higher Education

qualification at College or University.

Additional costs






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Science

Career Opportunities include: Forensic Scientist, Laboratory Technician, Scenes of Crime Officer,

Biochemist, Biotechnologist, Microbiologist, Forensic Psychologist, Research Scientist.

Is science going to be your springboard to university or employment in the demanding and

fascinating scientific industries? Do you have an enquiring mind, a passion for science and keep a

keen eye on developments in the scientific world? If so, this course could be ideal for you. Enjoy

exploring a wide range of scientific fields in the laboratory or carry out research in the field. The

team has close links with the industry specialists so you can expect to have regular updates on

current practices and developments. Trips and visits are an integral part of this course. Recent visits

have included local laboratories, museums, Jodrell Bank Observatory, Pathology Laboratory at the

local hospital. Greater Manchester Police museum and work with the Police Armed Response

Team.

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Jamie HoughCourse: Applied Sciences Extended Diploma

(Forensics) Level 3

Previous School: The Heath

Top grades and excellent practical work earned Jamie

the Outstanding Achievement Award for Forensics at the

Warrington Collegiate Further Education Awards

Ceremony. After a further year of study Jamie is

planning to progress onto university to study Neurology.

“I’m really inspired by Forensics and love the challenge of both the theory and practical side ofscientific study. I chose Warrington Collegiate because it had the best course in Forensics and hadhigh success rates. The tutors are fantastic; everyday is a new experience. My inspiration is scienceand after completing my second year I’m planningto go to university to study Neurology.”

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Applied Science/Forensics� ExtendedDiploma Level 3


A mixture of practical hands-on experience

and theory this course is exciting and

challenging, preparing you for university or

employment in a range of scientific

professions. Work experience, a variety of

trips, visits and guest speakers will enhance

your studies and develop your scientific

knowledge, skills and experiences. The

Extended Diploma consists of the following

6 mandatory units, fundamentals of science,

working in the science industry, scientific

investigation, scientific practical techniques,

perceptions of science and mathematical

tools in science.

You will also study a further 12 specialist

units which are: Forensic photography,

forensic evidence collection and analysis,

criminology, using statistics for science,

physiology of human body systems,

genetics and genetic engineering, traffic

accident analysis, criminal psychology,

applications of forensic psychology, forensic

fire investigation, biochemistry and

biochemical techniques and microbiological

techniques.

Progression

You can progress onto a range of science

related careers, including for example Police

forensic units. Alternatively you could go on

to study for a Higher Education qualification

at Warrington Collegiate or University.

Additional costs

Costs are kept to a minimum however you

should expect to contribute to trips and

visits and you will be required to wear a

uniform top, the cost of which is £10 – £15.

You will also need to buy a text book for the

course, the cost of which is approximately

£25.

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Sport, Leisure & Recreation

Career Opportunities include: Sport & Exercise Scientist, Sport & Exercise Psychologist, Sports Professional,

Sports Development Officer, Leisure Centre Manager, Footballer, Football Coach, Rugby Coach, Outdoor

Activities Instructor, Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer and many other industry based careers.

The sport and leisure sector is an exciting and expanding industry and employs nearly 100,000 people

generating a turnover of £6.5 billion in the North West. The industry is predicted to continue to grow over the

next ten years, opening up a diverse range of opportunities in Further/ Higher education, training and employment.

At Warrington Collegiate Sixth Form our aim is to provide a range of sports courses that can start you on the

path to a successful career in sport. The department has excellent links with Warrington Wolves, Warrington

Town Football Club and Manchester United Soccer Schools. Orford Jubilee Park is situated just next door to

our existing Winwick Road campus, and provides an exciting range of state-of-the-art sporting facilities, all of

which are available for use by our students. Facilities include a swimming pool, fitness suite, squash courts,

sports hall, cycling paths, plus much more and will be utilised extensively by students studying on a variety of

courses, including sports qualifications. As a sports student you will study in our state-of-the-art Learning

Zone and Physiology lab containing the latest fitness and training equipment.

You will have the opportunity to undertake work placement whilst at college and we will support you to obtain

a placement in a relevant vocational setting. A wide range of trips and residentials are planned throughout the

year to enhance your programme of study. Our highly skilled and motivated staff have a wealth of knowledge

and experience in sport and have excellent links with professional organisations such as Warrington Wolves,

Warrington Town FC, St Helens RLFC, Wigan FC, David Lloyd and Manchester United Soccer Schools.

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Danielle BoundCourse: Sports Extended Diploma Level 3

Previous school: Beamont Collegiate Academy

formerly William Beamont Community High

School

Danielle is a talented Sportswoman who has

won accolades at national and international

level. As a key member of the Women’s

England Rugby League team Danielle was

thrilled to be selected to play at the World Cup,

2013. Danielle has a keen passion for the sport,

having played since she was 6 years old. She is

looking forward to a career in the Rugby

Industry, initially as a player, progressing onto

coaching and teaching in the future.”

“My studies are really important to me. Ichose to come to Warrington Collegiate tostudy Sport and Exercise Science because ofthe college’s sporting reputation as well asthe fabulous facilities at Orford JubileePark. The fitness training is fantastic atWarrington Collegiate which is brilliant because keeping at peak fitness is really important to me.”

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Sport Foundation Learning Level 1


If you love sport and want to develop your

skills and knowledge in order to pursue a

career in the sports and leisure industry,

then this course is for you. You will be

encouraged to participate in a wide range of

sport and active leisure activities. Through

participation you will be required to

demonstrate your ability to prepare for

activity. The topics studied include: taking

part in exercise and fitness, how the body

works, planning your own fitness

programme, sport and active leisure project,

leading a sports and active leisure activity,

working in sport and active leisure, job

opportunities in sport and active leisure,

physical activities for children and exploring

dance skills.

All students will undertake 6 days work

experience at the Manchester United

Soccer School Residential camp.

Progression


course you will have gained the skills and

confidence to progress onto a Level 2

qualification in a related subject area.

Alternatively, you can seek paid or voluntary

employment as a coach or a junior position

within the industry.

Additional costs

You will be required to purchase a College

sports kit for use in lessons in and around

the college at an approximate cost of £90.

There may be funds available to help with

this cost upon request on an individual

basis. A Sport text book is available, which

will aid and supplement your course. This

can be purchased at a cost of

approximately £25.

Sport BTEC First Diploma Level 2


The sport and leisure sector is an exciting

and expanding industry that offers a diverse

range of opportunities in Further and Higher

education, training and employment. The

course is designed to introduce students to

the sports industry and includes the skills

and knowledge that you will need to gain

employment within the industry. This

programme is ideal for school-leavers with a

keen interest in sports studies. It is also

suited to those who would like to progress

onto a Level 3 Diploma but who do not yet

possess the necessary qualifications. You

will study a combination of mandatory units

and optional units. The mandatory units are:

practical sport and fitness testing. The

optional units include injury in sport, sports

development, psychology, nutrition,

business in sport, instructing exercise,

coaching and anatomy and physiology. As

this course involves working and leading

groups of all ages, including children, you

will be required to complete a DBS check to

ensure suitability for working with children

and vulnerable adults.

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Progression



onto a relevant Level 3 course, including the

BTEC National Diploma in Sport

Performance & Excellence, Coach

Development and Fitness. Alternatively you

can progress to employment in sport such

as working in a leisure centre or coaching.

Additional costs

A BTEC First Diploma Sport text book is

available which will supplement your

learning and can be purchased at a cost of

approximately £25.

Sport BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3


If you love sport and want to develop your

skills and knowledge in order to pursue a

career in the sports and leisure industry,

then this course is for you. We offer two

pathways to achieve the BTEC Level 3

Extended Diploma in Sport: Performance

and Excellence and Sport Development,

Coaching and Fitness. This 2 year course

offers you the chance to choose either

pathway after first studying some topics

common to both. The course is equivalent

to 3 A levels.

Progression

You can progress onto a university level

course or find employment within the sports

industry.

Additional costs

You will be required to purchase a College


the college. There may be funds available to

help with this cost upon request on an

individual basis. A BTEC Level 3 Diploma

Sport text book is available for performance

and excellence, which will aid and

supplement your course. This can be

purchased at a cost of approximately £25.

Football Excellence with ManchesterUnited Soccer Schools Developmentthrough Coaching BTEC Level 3

Course Length: 2 Years

This course links Performance and

Excellence in Football with the knowledge

and expertise of Manchester United Soccer

Schools (MUSS). The aim is to develop the

student through studying and using the

coaching and training techniques used by

MUSS to deliver their programs to a range

of players of all ages, nationalities and

abilities, from beginner to elite. Students will

also develop the skills required to represent

the world’s most successful club endorsed

coaching program through the planning,

delivery and coordination of football

coaching events. Learners who reach the

required standard will be guaranteed an

interview with MUSS as a coach on their

coaching programmes. Also, you will be

provided with 6 hours practical coaching

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sessions lead by FA / UEFA qualified

football coaches.

You will study the following areas: the

performance demands of sport and how to

analyse it; Development of football /

Coaching skills - 6 hours per week practical

sports coaching; assessing risk in sport;

exercise, health and lifestyle; fitness testing

for sport and exercise; fitness training and

programming; principles of anatomy and

physiology in sport; psychology for sports

performance; physical education & the care

for young children; sports injuries; the

physiology of fitness; the athlete's lifestyle.

Progression

Many football students will use this

qualification as a stepping stone to

university, ultimately aiming to work within

Teaching, Sports Development or Sports

Coaching. Students will have the

opportunity to attend, observe and work

with various professional and

semi-professional clubs which will help

them with employment within the sports

sector or even gain employment

opportunities with Manchester United

Soccer Schools. Other students have gone

on to find employment at junior

management level in football or general

leisure facilities, or within the sports retail

sector. Talented players who show

outstanding ability may progress and secure

semi-professional. When you have

successfully completed the course you can

progress to higher education at Foundation

degree, HNC, HND or full Honours degree.

Additional Costs

A BTEC Level 3 Diploma Sport text book

available for performance and excellence as

well as sports development, coaching and

fitness, can be purchased from

Amazon.co.uk at a price of £24.99. As this

course involves working and leading groups

of all ages including children, you will be

required to complete a DBS check to ensure

suitability for working with minors. You will

be required to purchase College sports kit.

There may be funds available to help with

this cost upon request on an individual

basis.

Rugby League BTEC Extended Diploma Level3 in partnership with WarringtonWolves education academy


This Extended Diploma has been designed

to provide you with the opportunity to

develop as a player, coach, official, or all

three. While studying for a recognised

academic qualification. You will gain a

valuable insight into coaching and training

techniques for a range of rugby populations,

from young children to elite professional

players. You will also be given the tools

needed to examine your own play and team

play, ensuring you improve as a player

throughout your time with us. As part of the

programme you will have the opportunity to

play for the Warrington Collegiate Rugby

League Academy team, coach in the

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community with Warrington Wolves

charitable foundation and officiate within the

Warrington Schools programme. Topics

covered on the course include in year one:

the principles of anatomy and physiology in

sport, the physiology of fitness, psychology

for sports performance, sports nutrition,

assessing risk in sport, the athlete’s lifestyle,

physical education and the care of children

and young people, fitness testing for sport

and exercise, development of rugby skills

and current issues in sport. In year two you

will study technical and tactical skills in

sport, fitness training and programming,

sports coaching, exercise, health and

lifestyle, sports injuries, analysis of sports

performance, talent identification and

development in sport, rules, regulations and

officiating in sport, sport as a business and

development of rugby skills.

Progression

When you have successfully completed

your BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in

Rugby League, you can progress to higher

education at Foundation degree or full

Honours degree level dependent on your

overall achievement. Many rugby students

will use this qualification as a stepping

stone to university. Other students have

gone on to find employment at junior

management level in rugby or general

leisure facilities, or within the sports retail

sector. Some very talented players may also

go on to successfully secure

semi-professional and professional

contracts.

Additional costs

You will be required to purchase the college


the college. There may be funds available

upon request to help with this cost. There

are several recommended books for the

course, including a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in

Sport text book available for performance

and excellence, as well as sports

development, coaching and fitness. These

books can be purchased at a cost of £25.

As this course involves working and leading

groups of all ages including children, you

will be required to undergo DBS check to

ensure suitability for working with children

and vulnerable adults.

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Education and Employment Programme

This programme equips you with the knowledge, attitudes, skills and experience providing qualifications that will enable you to

continue studying towards higher level qualifications or gain the skills required for an apprenticeship or employment.

There are 6 different pathways to choose from: Art, Public Services, together with Forensics and Sport, Construction

Motor Vehicle, Hair and Beauty, Childcare and Health & Social Care.

Maths and English is a core part of the programme as well as practical skills such as IT, teamwork, problem solving, managing

yourself and your time and work experience, providing vital skills needed for both college and work.

The programme is a full time course delivered over a minimum of 3 days; this can increase as your time in the workplace

develops. Maths and English is a core focus as well as studying in your chosen pathway providing the opportunity to build

your confidence and your skills and with all the support you need enable you to progress within the College or adapt to the

world of work through an apprenticeship. We will provide you with a dedicated learning mentor and a job coach to ensure you

have all the support necessary to plan for your future, whether higher level qualifications, apprenticeships or employment.

On completion of the programme you will gain qualifications in English and Maths, BTEC qualification in Vocational Studies as

well as a Certificate in Employability Skills, you will have completed work experience which is essential for your CV and will

have had access to events, speakers and activities especially to support your progression and employment opportunities.

You can apply for a learning bursary and the college offers a free breakfast and bus service from surrounding areas.

You will require an interview but you can join the course throughout the year.

For more information please contact Learner Services on 01925 494494

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Megan PartingtonCourse: Education and Employment Programme

Previous school: Penketh High school

Megan is proof that hard work and determination can

get you where you want to be. After an incredibly

successful year, keen sportswoman Megan is

progressing to the First Diploma in Sport, to continue

developing her interest in coaching and performance in

Football and Rugby.

“This year I have focused on improving my grades�particularly in Maths and English. The tutors arereally approachable and understanding, have agreat sense of humour and give you the most fantastic support and encouragement. I’m fully prepared to tackle the sports course in September.”

Attend an open day at Warrington Collegiate

For more information

If you would like more detailed information about a course, please contact us to request a

course information sheet or search online at www.warrington.ac.uk

Complete an application form and return to the Admissions Team, Warrington Collegiate, Winwick Road Campus, Warrington WA2 8QA.

Alternatively complete an application form online by visiting www.warrington.ac.uk/courses

You will attend the interview with the course tutorand find out more about the course and level.

You will receive a conditional offer at interview (subject to achieving grades).

The Admissions team will send you an enrolment letter at the beginning of August to invite you into enrol

on GCSE results day.

GCSE Results Day: You will attend Warrington Collegiate with your grades and enrol at college.

If you would like to talk to someone about the best course for you, please phone to book an appointment

with a careers adviser. You can phone 01925 494494 or e-mail [email protected]

You will then be invited in to college for an interview to speak to the course tutor.

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Higher Education at Warrington Collegiate

Following the successful completion of an Advanced Level qualification

you will have the opportunity to stay at Warrington Collegiate to study

for a full or part time Higher Education qualification in a variety of

subject areas including:

HNC/HND• Business • Construction • Electrical Engineering

• Creative Media Production • Computing & Systems • Fine Art

• Health & Social Care • Public Services • Sports & Exercise Science

Professional Qualifications in• Accountancy (AAT) • Human Resource Management (CIPD)

• Marketing (CIM) • Management (ILM)

• Teacher Training

The benefits of choosing Higher Education at Warrington Colle�giate • Friendly, supportive environment

• Small class sizes

• Excellent tutor support for your studies

• Affordable prices

• Flexible learning opportunities, including full and part-time courses

• Excellent pass rates including a substantial number of high grades

• Higher Education on your doorstep, reducing the cost of living away from home

For more information please call Learner Services on 01925 494494

www.warrington.ac.uk

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Please note:The information in this prospectus was correct at the time of publication in

October 2013. The college will endeavor to inform students at enrolment and via the

college website of any substantial changes.

All the information collected is held electronically and protected by the Data Protection

Act. We treat all information as confidential and do not make it available to any

commercial organisation.

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