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#The truth is . . .Contents Welcome 03The truth is 04Great careers start here 07Open Evenings 08Working with parents 09Supporting success 10Facilities 12Entry requirements 14Qualifications explained 16Traineeships 18Apprenticeships 21Student Hub 24Choosing the right course 28Course listing 30Vocational pathways 147Supported Learning 148How to apply 150Higher education 151

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Welcome to Warrington Collegiate

We are one of the most successful colleges in the area and a place where you can begin your journey towards a successful career.

My role within the College is to ensure that you have access to a variety of exciting extra-curricular opportunities to enhance your time at College. As well as benefiting from outstanding academic opportunities, you can take part in a range of activities, including national competitions, volunteering activities or working on live industry briefs that will put you one step ahead of the competition when you apply for a job or university place. Warrington Collegiate is also a place to make friends, and our friendly staff and students will help you settle in to life here at the College. We offer an exciting and safe place to study, a place where everyone is welcomed and supported to reach their full potential.

I hope that you find the course that you are looking for in our prospectus and look forward to meeting you at one of our open days.

Michael IgnatiusStudent Liaison Officer

#DARE TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD…

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#The truth is . . . Record number of

Higher Educationapplications in

2014 Over

Vocational

a levels to choose from

50

13& APPRENTICESHIPSON OFFER ATWARRINGTONCOLLEGIATE

25PASS RATE ONADVANCEDVOCATIONAL

QUALIFICATIONS

99%

Our great links with employers mean that

of all our students have the opportunityto undertake a workplacement

100%

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Investors in People Award

Happy staff =happy students We’re in the top25% collegesfor developing

students’ employability

skills

Students leave us as Warrington

Collegiate Graduates:Skilled,

Professional, Enterprising

INVESTMENTINTO OUR

STATE OF THEART CAMPUS

WITH OUSTANDINGFACILITIES

Fantastic newsports

facilitieshoused in the

Orford JubileePark complex

£27MILLION

£32MILLION

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After College our students progressed to the following Universities

• Bangor• Bolton• Derby• Edge Hill• Essex • Falmouth • Huddersfield• Hull

dare to follow your dreams . . .

80%

58%

87%

of students who applied to University gained a place

of Level 3 students applied to University

of students applied for HE at the Warrington Collegiate University Centre

• Keele • Lancaster• Leeds • Liverpool• Liverpool Hope• LIPA (Liverpool Institue of Performing Arts)

• Liverpool John Moores

• Manchester • Manchester Metropolitan University

• Newcastle • Northumbria • Plymouth• Staffordshire • Surrey

• University of the Arts (London)• UCLAN (University of Central Lancaster)• University of Chester• University of Salford• York

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Great Careers start here . . .

Our MissionWe realise the potential that excellent education and training has to transform lives for the better.

Students studying at Warrington collegiate have theopportunity to gain relevant work experience duringtheir studies. Students will leave college with essential employability skills as defined by our CAREER skills framework:

Communication Applied learningResponsibility EnterpriseEmotional intelligence Relating to others

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OPEN evenings IN 2014/15 During the year we hold regular Open Evenings to help youmake the right education and career choices. Our Open Evenings 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.

Register online at www.warrington.ac.uk

Monday 20th October 2014, 5-8pmWednesday 28th January 2015, 5-7pmMonday 22nd June 2015, 5-7pm

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As a parent you know that this is a crucialtime for your son or daughter, when making decisions about their future careeraspirations and deciding where and whatto study. There are a variety of choicesavailable for 16-19 year olds, thereforemaking the right choice can be difficult.We invite year 10 and year 11 pupils, andtheir parent/carers to attend OpenEvenings. This is a perfect opportunity foryou and your son/daughter to see the facilities available at Warrington Collegiate,get a feel for college life and find out aboutthe courses available. We also arrangetaster sessions with local secondaryschools, where school pupils choose acourse area and are invited to come intothe college and get a taste of the coursesubject. School pupils will meet lecturersand fellow students and gain practical experience in the subject area.When your son/daughter is studying atWarrington Collegiate we encourage parents to come along to termly parents’evenings so that we can chat about yourchild’s progress. We offer personal guidance and support. Each student has a

DATES FOR YOUR

Year 11 Taster Days: Dates to be announced.Please check the website:warrington.ac.uk

Year 10 Taster Days: Wednesday 24th JuneThursday 2nd July

These events are fun tasterdays for Year 10 or 11 pupilsfrom our local schools whoare interested in learningmore about the variety of opportunities available atWarrington Collegiate andthe choice of courses available as well as getting afeel for college life.

Diary WORKING WITH PARENTSLearning Mentor who is responsible fortheir care, progress and achievement.They’re always on hand to help them reachtheir full potential - and help with any difficulties.

The support and encouragement you giveyour child at home can make a big difference to their success at College. Wehave a good relationship with our parentsand welcome you getting involved.

Encourage your son/daughter to completehomework on time. It’s set regularly and isessential to their developing independentlearning skills. Make sure they attend regularly. Missing essential coursework orexams can really affect your child’schances of success. If they’re ill, please callor email their Learning Mentor.

If you have any questions about how Warrington Collegiate can help yourchild achieve their goals please callLearner Services on 01925 494494.

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Supporting SuccessWe’re friendly and caring at Warrington Collegiate and we want to makesure 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 trackboth academically and personally. Our staff in Student Services arethere 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 yourcourse 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 careersadvice leading up to the completion of your course, including supportto write your CV and personal statement for university as well as workexperience to make you stand out from the crowd.

You can visit the Careers Team to access the wide range of informationavailable within our Careers Library, and get assistance with job searchtechniques, interview skills, CV creation and much more.

Top employers and universities visit the college each year for our skillsfair, giving you the opportunity to plan your career after college.

Contact our Learner Services Team on 01925 494494 formore information.

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Job ShopWe understand the importance of securing part time employment to helpsupport your studies. Our Job Shop willhelp you to find a part time job that notonly relates to your specific area ofstudy, but also fits around your timetablecommitments.

Additional Learning SupportAt Warrington Collegiate, we recognisethat each of our students has differentneeds and we work hard to make surethat you have everything you need tosucceed. If you have any additionalneeds there are lots of ways in which wecan support you. Our campus provideseasy access for students with disabilitiesand wheelchair access is available to allmain college areas. If you need additional support, our staff are on handto help and will ensure that an individualsupport package is in place to cater for your specific requirements.

Examples of the additional support available include one-to-one supportboth in and out of the classroom, specialist software, equipment and examination support.

Equality and DiversityWarrington Collegiate is committed toproviding an inclusive learning environment and welcomes diversity inits student population – valuing differences in race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief,class and age. We do not tolerate anyform of discrimination or harassment. The college recognises its responsibilityto promote equality of opportunity for allstudents.

SafeguardingWarrington Collegiate is committed toensuring that all young people attendingthe college do so in a safe and secureenvironment. Our safeguarding policysets out the steps we take to protectchildren, young people and vulnerableadults, a copy of which can be obtainedfrom Main Reception.

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We are very proud of the fantastic rangeof facilities available at Warrington Collegiate. At college you will have access to an outstanding learning environment, designed to give you thepractical skills, knowledge and experience for career success. To support your studies the college boastsa fully equipped Learning ResourcesCentre, combining traditional libraryservices with the latest technology andfacilities.

The campus also includes commercialhair and beauty training salons, a varietyof construction workshops, a fully

equipped training restaurant and extensive creative and performing artsfacilities.

When you need a break from studying,the Crescent provides a relaxing spaceto socialise with friends, get somethingto eat, access the internet or just chillout and watch TV or play table tennis.

Warrington Collegiate also has a collegeradio station, where students can practise presenting skills and requestsongs they would like to hear.

Access the sports facilitiesavailable at Orford JubileePark

Orford Jubilee Park, the largest Olympiclegacy development outside London, isequipped with ‘state of the art’ facilities.They are available for use by students ata discounted rate. The fantastic facilitiesinclude dance studios, a fitness lab,gym, sports hall, squash courts, swimming pools, steam room andsauna.

Fabulous Facilities

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To enrol onto an entrylevel qualification, youwill need everyday skillsin reading and writing,basic literacy and numeracy skills and a willingness to learn. Applicants who do notmeet these entry requirements will be assessed on an individual basis by theCurriculum Managerand Curriculum Director.

At Warrington Collegiate you can study on awide range of courses at a level that suitsyou. We have courses from Entry Level toLevel 3, and we also offer a wide selectionof higher education courses.

Entry Level

Level

1

entry Requirements

You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs (E or above) with a willingness to learn andEntry 3 Maths and English. Applicants whodo not meet these entryrequirements will be assessed on an individual basis by theCurriculum Managerand Curriculum Director.

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Level

2Level

3You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs (Dor above) includingMaths and English orsuccessful completionof a Level 1 course withFunctional Skills Mathsand English. If you havenot already achieved aLevel 2 or GCSE gradeC or above in English orMaths, you will be expected to work towards a qualificationas part of your vocational course. This

will increase your opportunities toprogress into employment and/orhigher education. Youwill be assessed andput onto a suitablecourse which will enableyou to achieve a qualification. Applicantswho do not meet theseentry requirements willbe assessed on an individual basis by theCurriculum Manager.

You will need a minimumof 5 GCSEs (C or above),including Maths and English (or Adult Literacyand Numeracy Level 2 orsuccessful completion ofa Level 2 course withFunctional Skills Mathsand English). If you havenot already achieved aLevel 2 or GCSE grade Cor above in English orMaths, you will be expected to work towards a qualification as

part of your vocational course. Applicants who do notmeet these entry requirements will be assessed on an individual basis by theCurriculum Manager andCurriculum Director.

For A Level subject entry requirements, please seethe relevant A Levelcourse page.

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qualifications explainedVocational QualificationsA Level/vocational packagesGCSE’sFunctional Skills

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GCSEsIf you haven’t quite achieved the gradesyou wanted in your GCSEs you will havethe opportunity to re-sit. We offer re-sitsin English and Maths and they can bestudied alongside your main vocational qualification as part of your programmeof study.

Functional SkillsFunctional Skills are those essentialcompetencies employers look for, and include practical English, Maths and ICTskills. Functional Skills are vital for everyday life and will be invaluable inyour future career. You will either studyfor a Functional Skills qualification if youhaven’t yet achieved a grade A*-C inMaths & English,or alternatively, re-sityour GCSEs as part of your programmeof study. Students studying on a Foundation Learning Programme andthose embarking on an Apprenticeshipwill also undertake Functional Skills as amandatory part of their course.

Vocational QualificationsVocational qualifications offer a morepractical, work related approach tolearning and are an excellent choice ifyou already have a good idea of the career path you wish to take. They canbe studied at Levels 1 – 3.

Vocational qualifications offer a mix oftheory and practice, including an element of work experience. They suitstudents who prefer to be assessedthrough practical work, courseworkand/or assignments.

A Levels/VocationalPackagesYou have the opportunity to study an ALevel alongside your chosen vocationalcourse. Please see page 31 for A Level /Vocational Package details.

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TraineeshipsPrepairing you for your future career

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TraineeshipsTraineeships can prepare you for your future career, helpingyou to get ready for the world of work and improving yourchances of getting an Apprenticeship or other job. Traineeships last anything from six weeks to a maximum ofsix months with the content tailored to your individualneeds, including:

• Work preparation training which ensures you are ready and have confidence to take the first step in your career.

• English and Maths* support to help give you the literacy and numeracy skills needed for the workplace.

• Meaningful work experience which provides insight and experience of the world of work and makes you more attractive to potential employers.

What are the benefits of a Traineeship?

• A Traineeship will put you in a better position to compete for an Apprenticeship or other job.

• Traineeships give you the opportunity to build your CV and get vital experience with local and national employers.

• Improving your English and Maths skills will boost your chances of getting a job, as well as improving your long term prospects and earning potential over your lifetime.

• Employers are at the centre of Traineeships to ensure they support you in gaining the skills you need to secure a job and succeed in employment.

• At the end of the work experience placement you’ll get a job interview with the company if a role becomes available or a reference and an exit interview.

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Will I be paid?

Work placements are unpaid, but employers are encouraged to support expenses such as transport andmeals and, depending on your circumstances, you may beable to access financial support from your training provider,through the 16-19 Bursary Fund or the 19+ DiscretionaryLearner Support Fund. All training costs are funded by theGovernment.

Traineeships are an ideal opportunity for young people whoare motivated to get a job but who lack the skills and experience that employers are looking for. If you have beenunsuccessfully applying for Apprenticeships due to a lackof skills and experience then you might be a good candidate for a Traineeship.

You could be suitable for a Traineeship if you:

• are unemployed (or work less than 16 hours per week) and have little work experience;

• are motivated to work; • are aged 16 - 18 inclusive and are qualified below

Level 3 OR are aged 19 - 23 inclusive and are qualified below full Level 2**

A Traineeship is probably not right for you if you:

• already have the skills and experience needed to find an Apprenticeship or work;

• are aged 24 plus (unless you are subject to Learning Difficulty Assessments and are aged 16 or over and under 25)

• are already in a job. You can use the chart on the following page to help decide whether a Traineeship is right for you.

* All young people undertaking a Traineeship will be required to study English and Maths, unless they have achieved a GCSE A* -Cin those subjects or, for those aged 19 -23, a GCSE A*- C in those subjects or a functional skills qualification at Level 2.

** A full Level 2 qualification is equivalent to 5 GCSEs at Grades A*-C and a full Level 3 qualification is equivalent to 2 or more ‘A’ level passes.

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ApprenticeshipsEarn a wage and work alongside experienced staff to gain job-specific skills

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The benefits of an Apprenticeship

An apprenticeship isn’t just a job; it’s an opportunity to betrained 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 – throughhands-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 succeedin your chosen profession.

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.

What can you expect?

We will give you help, support and encouragement to assistyou in gaining the skills necessary to be part of tomorrowsworkforce. 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:- Intermediate Level Apprenticeships, Level 2- Advanced Level Apprenticeships, Level 3- Higher Apprenticeships, Level 4

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

• Accountancy • Beauty Therapy & Hairdressing• Bricklaying • Business Administration• Carpentry & Joinery • Childcare• Cleaning & Environmental Services • Customer Service• Electrical • Gas Industry• Hospitality & Catering • IT• Logistics Operations • Motor Vehicle• Nail Services • Painting & Decorating• Passenger Transport • Plumbing• Retail • Social Media• Sport • Vehicle Maintenance & Repair• Warehousing

Apprenticeships are increasingly recognised as the gold standard for work-based training. There are over 150,000 employers offering Apprenticeships inmore 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.

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Student Societies Enrichment Activities&

Student Mentors Student Mentors support other students who may be struggling with adapting to college life, making friends or justneed a member of their peer group to talk things through.Please ask your Learning Mentor for further information orcall into Learner Services.

Sports/FitnessThe college runs a sports programme from which a numberof teams evolve. The sports programme includes:

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

Fun, lunchtime and Wednesday afternoon activities such asvolleyball, circuit training and dodgeball are also available.Look out for information about the college’s Sport Academiesduring Induction and at the Fresher’s week

The Fitness Studio is based in the Roger Hunt building and isequipped with up to date equipment and is free to join. Youwill need to have a gym induction – please speak to a member of staff in the gym for further information. Studentsalso receive discounted membership to the Orford JubileePark 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.

Student Societies and Enrichment Activities

To enhance your experience of college life, you can get involved in activities and clubs, which are also a great wayto 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 yearround and many are designed to compliment your studies. For example, some activities include entry to regional andnational competitions, Duke of Edinburgh, First Aid qualifications, Dance classes, sporting activities etc.

You will have an opportunity to attend the Fresher’s Fayreduring Induction so you can see what is going on and joinin. There may also be the opportunity to go on residentialsor trips that form part of your course. Speak to your Learning Mentor for further details. Information about possible assistance with financing tripsor residentials is available from the Student Wellbeing Teamin Learner Services.

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The Learner Voice

This is the formal process of collecting feedback from students via your Course Representative. Learner Voice tutorials are spread throughout the year to allowyou to give your views on areas, such as: your course; the standard of teaching;quality of resources and the college in general.

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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 are of the highest standard:

• 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 Representatives so that they can carry out their role to the best of their ability

• Invite you all to contribute to the Learner Voice focus groups • Seek your views by working with the Student Leadership Team

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Course Representative

Every course has a Course Representative who will be thevoice of your group and will share suggestions with us fromyour perspective. You can make a difference! It is a greatopportunity to get involved in matters that directly affectyour experience of college life, and it looks great on yourCV too.

Student Leadership Team

The Student Leadership Team is the governing body of thestudent community and represents your views to the Principal and college managers. The Student LeadershipTeam also makes decisions that directly affect you andconsults with college managers over important student related issues. Look out for elections in November.

Warrington Collegiate Graduate Scheme

This 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 berewarded with a Gold, Silver or Bronze award depending onthe amount of time and effort you have dedicated to yourextra-curricular activities. The graduate scheme will alsoenhance your personal statement when you progress tohigher education or into employment.

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Your Programme of StudyYour programme of study will be individual to you and will include qualifications at a variety of different levels depending on your existing / predicted qualifications. Your programme of study is designed to prepare you for progression onto the next step in yourcareer, from Level 2 preparing for Level 3, to Level 3 preparation for higher education or employment.

Foundation Level Qualifications Foundation Level Qualifications are available at Entry Level and Level 1 and are designed to enable you to gain a basic level ofknowledge and skills. Study programmes at Foundation Level include help with English and Maths, as well as support to improveconfidence and employability skills.

Intermediate Level Qualifications Intermediate Level Qualifications are at Level 2 and are equivalent to GCSEs. You will study at Level 2 and these qualificationsprovide an ideal progression route on to Advanced Level Qualifications.

Advanced Level Qualifications Advanced Level Qualifications are at Level 3 and are equivalent to A Levels. Advanced Qualifications provide an ideal progressionroute into employment or onto higher education.

In addition to your chosen vocational qualification, you can:

• Take part in regional and national competitions • Join student societies • Study Maths and English (GCSE or Functional Skills)• Get careers advice and develop CV writing skills• Study an A Level (Only available to Level 3 Diploma students)• Gain valuable experience through work placements • Benefit from the Warrington Collegiate Graduate Scheme

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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 towardsentry 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 EquivalentDiploma 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

Page Course Content Page Course Content31 A Levels 13348 Accounting, Business & Supply chain Management54 Art & Design59 Beauty Therapy65 Brickwork, Construction & The Built Environment69 Carpentry & Joinery72 Childcare75 Computing & Gaming80 Electrical Installation & Engineering84 Hairdressing & Barbering89 Health & Social Care93 Hospitality & Catering99 Media104 Motor Vehicle109 Painting & Decorating113 Performing Arts120 Plumbing & Heating125 Public Services130 Science

Sport & Leisure142 Travel & Tourism147 Vocational Pathway 148 Supported Learning

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Please see page 14 for course entry requirementsfor Level 1 to Level 3 courses. Entry requirementsfor A Level courses are listed on each subjectpage within the course listing section.

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Enhance your studies with A Level courses at Warrington Collegiate

Warrington Collegiate have extended our A Level provision, giving you even more reason to make us your first choice in 2015!From September 2015, you may be able to study an A Level alongside your chosen vocational course. Our extensive range of A Level courses include –

• Business Studies • Computer Science • Design & Technology • English • Fine Art • Graphic Design • Health & Social Care • Mathematics • Photography • Physical Education • Psychology • Sociology • Textiles

benefits of studying a combined a level and vocational course packageThe packages are intended to improve career awareness, employability and progression to university. Studying on a combinedpackage, you can:

• Earn extra UCAS points to help you get into your first choice university • Expand your knowledge and skills to provide you with more options in the future • Improve your chances of employment by learning additional skills • Benefit from studying an A Level subject that complements your chosen vocational Level 3 qualification

The table on page 32 outlines examples of how you can combine an A Level subject with a Level 3 vocational course. You will beable to choose one A Level to study alongside your vocational qualification.

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Combined A Level and Vocational course Package Examples The table below illustrates various examples of combined A Level and Vocational course packages. Students can study one ALevel alongside their chosen Level 3 Diploma.

Please be aware that the list below is an example of packages and more options may be available.

Diploma A Level

Diploma in Performing Arts Acting English LanguageDiploma in Performing Arts Dance Physical Education

Diploma in Art & Design PhotographyGraphic DesignTextilesFine ArtEnglish Language

National Certificate in Children’s Care, Learning & Development English LanguageHealth & Social Care Psychology

Diploma in Health & Social Care English LanguagePsychologySociologyBusiness Studies

Diploma in Creative Media Computer ScienceDiploma in Interactive Media English LanguageIT Cambridge Technical Diploma Mathematics

PhotographyGraphic Design

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Diploma A Level

Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science PsychologyDiploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence) Sociology

English LanguageBusiness Studies

Diploma in Public Services PsychologySociologyMathematicsPhysical EducationBusiness Studies

Diploma in Applied Science (Forensics) PsychologySociologyMathematics

Diploma in Construction & the Built Environment Mathematics(Civil Engineering) Design & TechnologyDiploma in Construction & the Built Environment Computer Science(Building Services)Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Please be aware that all A Level / Vocational packages are subject to demand.

Name: Adam Hyatt

Studied: A Level and Vocational Course Package (A Level Maths and Electronics Extended Diploma Level 3)

Previous School: Woolston High School

The truth is…..“I chose the A Level and Vocational CoursePackage at Warrington Collegiate becauseI love Maths and the subject complementsthe Engineering Diploma. It’s a great wayto develop my knowledge and expertise inthe subject.”

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Business Studies A LevelExam Board - OCR A Level

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?Do you have an enterprising mind andtake an interest in the world of business?If so, then the Business Studies A levelmight be the ideal choice for you. Throughout this course you will acquire arange of business and generic skills including decision making, problem solving, challenging assumptions andquantifying and managing information.

The Business Studies A level will allowyou to develop a critical understandingof organisations and their ability to meetsociety’s needs and wants; it will alsogive you the opportunity to generate enterprising and creative solutions tobusiness problems and issues.

You will study modules such as:• Marketing• Accounting• Business Production• Strategic Management

Throughout the course you will developa wide range of transferable skills whichare all highly valued by employers andcan be applied to any choice of career.

Entry Requirements You will need 5 GCSEs (A*-C) includingGCSE English at grade B and GCSEMaths at grade C.

What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthis course you could progress on toHigher Education to study for a degreein a variety of Business Studies relatedcourses such as Marketing, Finance orEconomics.

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Computer Science A Level

Exam Board - OCR

Level 3

Two Years

What will I Study?Do you have an interest in computersand wish to pursue a career within IT? Ifso, then this course might be perfect foryou as it will allow you to build on yourexisting knowledge and skills. Thiscourse will enable you to develop theskills to solve problems, design systemsand understand the power and limits ofhuman and machine intelligence.Throughout the course you will developthe ability to analyse, critically evaluateand make decisions.

The course is a practical subject whereby you will be able to apply the academic principles learned in the classroom to real world systems. This course has an emphasis on

problem solving, computer program-ming and algorithms as well as mathe-matical skills making it an excellentfoundation for further study.

As part of the course you will studymodules such as:• Software and Software

Development• Exchanging Data• Data Types, Data Structures and

Algorithms

Entry Requirements You will need 5 GCSEs (A*-C) includingGCSE Maths and English at grade B.

What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthis course you could progress on toHigher Education to study for a degreein a variety of Computer Science related courses.

Design & Technology:Product Design (3D) A Level Exam Board - AQA

Level 3

Two Years

What will I Study?If you are interested in learning abouthow products are designed and manufactured then the Product DesignA Level may be the perfect fit for you.This course will help you to take abroad view of design and technology,develop your capacity to design andmake products and appreciate thecomplex relations between design, materials, manufacture and marketing.You will study and analyse a wide rangeof products and develop knowledgeand understanding of the broader issues for designers such as: the environmental sustainability of productsand their manufacture, ergonomic andanthropometrics, inclusive design, andconsumer safety.

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As part of the course you will studymodules such as:

• Materials, Components and Application

• Learning through Design and Making

• Design and Manufacture• Design and Making Practice


What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthis course you could progress on toHigher Education to study for a degreein a variety of related courses such asMechanical Engineering, Industrial Design or Computer Aided Design.

English A Level

Exam Board - AQA

Level 3

Course Length - One – Two Years

What will I Study?UNIT 1: Categorising Texts (Examination)• Introduces candidates to the

methods, approaches and terminology required to study language at AS level.

• Explore how language is used in both written and spoken texts.

• Analyse how purpose, audience and context can impact upon language production and reception.

• Investigate how spoken and written texts reproduce ideas about culturalvalues 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.

UNIT 3: Language Acquisition and Language Change• Language Acquisition

This topic area is designed to teachcandidates about the nature and functions of language acquisition and social development of children from 0 - 11 years. Topics will include: the early stages of language development, lexical, semantic and grammatical development, theories of acquisition and their role in understanding how children acquirelanguage.

• Language ChangeThis topic area explores historical and contemporary changes in the English Language from Late Modern English (1700+) to the present day. Topics will include: attitudes towards language change

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and the impact of languagestandardisation. We will also consider changes in written and spoken style and the impact of social and political forces uponlanguage usage and change.

Unit 4: Language Investigation• The aim of this coursework unit is

to develop candidates’ ability to explore and analyse language data through a variety of methods. It should enable candidates to build upon the key concepts and ideas gained during the course of their studies, as well as to demonstrate expertise in areas of individual interest.

• The coursework folder will comprisetwo individual pieces of writing:- A language investigation- A media text

Entry Requirements You will need 5 GCSEs (A*-C) includingGCSE Maths at grade C and English atgrade B.

What can I do after this course?Studying the full two year A-levelcourse could help you go on to study atuniversity. A-level English can help withfuture careers in journalism, teaching,public services, publishing, legal professions, advertising and manyother jobs that require a high level of literacy.

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Fine Art A Level

Exam Board – Edexcel

Level 3

Two Years

What will I Study?Are you are budding fine artist? Do youhave a keen interest in developing yourartistic skills? Then this A Level mightbe for you. Throughout the course youwill be given the opportunity to developyour creative talent to appreciate the visual world and to respond in a personal and imaginative way. You will embrace all aspects of the Fine Art disciplines: • Painting and Drawing • Printmaking • Sculpture• Lens based image making. Over the two years you will learn howto analyse and critically evaluate artand design practice demonstrating anunderstanding of purposes, meaningsand contexts. You will demonstrate an

understanding of continuity and changein fine art in different genres, styles andtraditions. The course consists of twocomponents over two years; one ofwhich is coursework based and theother an externally set exam. Theseunits allow you to generate and developideas, research primary and contextualsources, experiment with media andprocesses, and refine ideas towardsproducing a resolved outcome. You willstudy within our Arts Centre, in well-equipped studios, learning from tutors who are experts in their particularfield.

Component One – Personal Investigation (Coursework: 60% of theoverall qualification)Component Two – Externally Set Assignment (Exam: 40% of the overallqualification)

Entry Requirements You will need 5 GCSEs (A* - C) including GCSE English at grade B.

What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthis course you could go on to studythe BTEC (Level 3) Foundation in Artand Design, or alternatively progress onto Higher Education to study a degreein a variety of Fine Art related coursessuch as Fine Art, Illustration or Art Therapy.

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Graphic Design A Level

Exam Board -EDEXCEL

Level 3

Two Years

What will I Study?If you are interested in a career in advertising, website design or illustration then the Graphic Design ALevel may be the ideal course for you.This course will enable you to developan understanding of the effective use ofvisual communication through usingboth traditional methods and computerprocesses. Throughout the course youwill learn how to effectively interpretand convey ideas and concepts as wellas develop skills in communication,idea generation, conceptualisation andpresentation.

You will develop your skills in a varietyof areas including: • Advertising• Illustration• Branding• Information designContextual research will be a large partof the course; you will study andanalyse the work of other practitionersand use this to inspire and influenceyour own work.

The course consists of two components over two years; one ofwhich is coursework based and theother an externally set exam. Theseunits allow you to generate and developideas, research primary and contextualsources, experiment with media andprocesses, and refine ideas towardsproducing a resolved outcome.You will study within our Arts Centre inwell-equipped studios, learning fromtutors who are experts in their particularfield.



What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthis course you could go on to studythe BTEC (Level 3) Foundation in Artand Design, or alternatively progress directly on to Higher Education to studya degree in a variety of Graphic Designrelated courses such as Advertising, Illustration, Web Design or Animation.

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Health & Social Care A Level

Exam Board - EDEXCEL

Level 3

Two Years

What will I Study?Are you a caring, hardworking and supportive person who wants to pursuea career within the health sector? If so,then this course is for you. You will develop skills that will enable you tomake an effective contribution to thecare sector, including research, evaluation and problem-solving skills. This course will allow you to build skillsas well as technical knowledge. You willbe able to apply your learning to achoice of contexts including:• Health• Early Years (Care and Education) • Care of Older People• Individuals with Specific Needs

This course will help to develop yourunderstanding of the diverse and complex nature of the health and socialcare sector and you will study modulessuch as:• Human Growth and Development • Communication and Values • Social Aspects and Lifestyle

Choices • Investigating Disease • Understanding Human Behaviour

Entry Requirements You will need 5 GCSEs (A*-C) includingGCSE Maths at grade C and English atgrade B. What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthe course you could progress on tostudy a degree in a variety of Healthand Social Care related courses suchas Nursing, Occupational Therapy orSocial Work or alternatively find employment within the health sector.

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Mathematics A Level


Level 3

Two Years

What will I Study?The Maths (Mathematics) A Levelcourse is suitable for students whohave achieved at least a grade B inGCSE Mathematics Higher Tier. The Maths AS Level Year includes:• Core 1 –Indices and Surds,

Polynomials, Coordinate Geometry and Graphs and Differentiation

• Core 2 –Trigonometry,Sequences and Series, Algebra and Integration

• Mechanics 1 - covering Forces as Vectors, Kinematics of Motion in a Straight Line and Projectiles

As part of the Maths A Level course,you will use the topics above to:• use skills and knowledge to solve

problems that are given to you in a real - life context

• use calculator technology and otherresources (such as formulae booklets or statistical tables) effectively and appropriately;

• understand calculator limitations and when it is inappropriate to use such technology.


What can I do after this course?Mathematics gives a rigorous academicbasis for a huge number of universitycourses. Whether you want to studymathematics at university or are aimingfor a career in engineering, economics,medicine, technology or science, MathsA Level is the subject for you.

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Photography A Level


Level 3

Two Years

What will I Study?Are you an enthusiastic photographerwith a keen eye for detail? If so, thenthis course could be ideal for you. ThePhotography A Level will enable you toexplore a range of photographic media,techniques and processes using bothtraditional and new technologies.Throughout the duration of the courseyou will develop your skills in a varietyof areas including:• Film based photography• Digital photography• Film and videoAs part of the course you will study andanalyse the work of other photographers and artists and use thisto inspire and influence your own work.You will also learn about the theory ofphotography and will have the

opportunity to put what you havelearned into practice.

The course consists of two components over two years one ofwhich is coursework based and theother an externally set exam. Theseunits give you the opportunity to generate and develop ideas, researchprimary and contextual sources, experiment with media and processes,and refine ideas towards producing aresolved outcome.

You will study within our Arts Centre inwell-equipped studios, learning fromtutors who are experts in their particularfield.


What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthis course you could go on to studythe BTEC (Level 3) Foundation in Artand Design, or alternatively progress directly on to Higher Education to studya degree in a variety of photography related courses such as Fashion Photography, Editorial Photography orPhoto Journalism.


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Physical Education A Level

Exam Board - Edexcel

Level 3

Two Years

What will I Study?If you love sport and want to developyour skills and knowledge in order topursue a career in the sports and leisureindustry then this could be the idealcourse for you.

As part of the course you will study thefollowing topics:• Participation in Sport and Recreation• The Critical Sports Performer• Preparation for Optimum Sports

Performance• The developing Sports Performer

You will have the chance to take on the roles of ‘performer’, ‘leader’ or ‘official’ at AS, before focusing on one of these roles at A2.

In your chosen role you will: • Review your current participation in

physical activity• Identify opportunities locally,

nationally and internationally to advance your participation in physical activity

• Create a development plan and a life plan for your participation in physical activity

You will also learn about sport, from thegrass roots to the elite level, and the development of competitive sport.Healthy lifestyles, fitness and training,and preparation for sports performanceare also covered extensively.

Entry Requirements You will need 5 GCSEs (A* - C) includingGCSE English at grade B, Maths atgrade C and GCSE PE at grade B.

What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthis course you could progress on toHigher Education to study for a degreein a variety of related courses such as

Sports Science, Sports Therapy orSports Nutrition or alternatively find employment within the sports industry.

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Psychology A Level


Level 3

Two Years

What will I Study?Are you interested in how the humanbrain works and understanding why webehave in the way that we do? Then ourPsychology A Level might just be thecourse for you. This course will introduceyou to the theories and methods of psychology, it will offer you the opportunity to look at some of the explanations psychologists provide intrying to understand humans and theirinteractions with the world.

The course aims to develop both yourpsychological skills and your psychologi-cal knowledge. You will learn how toevaluate scientific research whilstanalysing studies.

As part of the course you will study compulsory modules such as:• Social psychology• Cognitive psychology• Biological psychology• Clinical psychology

You will also have the option of studyingone of the following modules:• Criminological psychology • Child psychology • Health psychology


What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthis course you could progress on toHigher Education to study for a degreein a variety of Psychology relatedcourses such as Criminology, Sociologyor Forensic Science.

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Sociology A Level Exam Board - AQA

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?Are you interested in understanding howsociety works and studying social behaviour? If so, this course will be theperfect choice for you.

Sociology is the study of changing society. It focuses on the social world,families, mass media, education, religion, international relations, crime anddeviance, social class, race, gender andpeople's relationship to that world.The course will help you to develop awide range of perspectives and a criticalapproach to understanding issues affecting our day to day lives. Through research, debates and critiques, the Sociology A level will help you to betterunderstand the society we live in today. An integral part of the course will be

research into sociological theories, perspectives and methods.

You will study modules such as:• Culture and Identity• Work, Poverty and Welfare• Crime and Deviance• Beliefs in Society

Entry Requirements You will need 5 GCSEs (A* - C) includingGCSE English at grade B and GCSEMaths at grade C.

What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthis course you could progress on toHigher Education to study for a degreein a variety of Sociology related coursessuch as criminology, psychology, andsocial work.

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Textiles A Level


Level 3

Two Years

What will I Study?Are you creative with an interest in fashion, textiles or garment construction? If so, then the Textiles ALevel could be the ideal course for you.Throughout the course you will learn traditional and contemporary techniquesin order to produce garments, fashionaccessories, installations or wall hangings.

This course will include experimentationinto techniques and processes such as:stitch, print, dye, knit and garment construction in order to develop an understanding of shape, form, pattern,texture and colour.

You will develop your skills in a variety ofareas such as:• Textiles for interiors• Fine art textiles • Fashion textiles

As part of the course you will develop research skills by studying contemporaryand historical textile and fashion designers and artists as well as developing your drawing and problemsolving skills. The course consists of twocomponents over two years; one ofwhich is coursework based and theother an externally set exam. These unitsallow you to generate and develop ideas,research primary and contextualsources, experiment with media andprocesses, and refine ideas towards producing a resolved outcome.You will study within our Arts Centre inwell-equipped studios, learning from tutors who are experts in their particularfield.Component One – Personal Investigation (Coursework: 60% of theoverall qualification)

Component Two – Externally Set Assignment (Exam: 40% of the overallqualification)


What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthis course you could go on to study theBTEC (Level 3) Foundation in Art andDesign, or alternatively progress on toHigher Education to study a degree in avariety of Textile related courses such asFashion Design, Fashion promotion orInterior Design.

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Accountancy, Business & Supply chain managementDespite challenging times, many companies and organisations succeed through applying effective business skills andmaintaining financial stability. Studying for a qualification in Accounting or Business at Warrington Collegiate will enableyou to gain valuable knowledge and skills in accounting, finance, business management to name but a few. Many studentsalso 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 atcollege and we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant vocational setting. You will have the opportunity to takepart 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 experienceof work placements.

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Accountant £15,000+

Business Sales Executive £15,000+

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Accounting & Business Diploma (AAT)

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?This qualification will introduce you tothe skills and knowledge required withinthe accountancy and finance profession.The course has been designed to coverthe AAT Level 1 Certificate in Accounting, which you will completewithin the first 14 weeks before progressing to the AAT Level 2 Diplomain Accounting and Business. The Level1 certificate is a basic introduction to accounting which will help to developyour understanding of the role of accountants within the workplace together with essential business and finance skills. On successful completionof the AAT Level 1 Certificate in Accounting you will then progress to theAAT Level 2 Diploma in Accounting andBusiness. Within this qualification you

will learn the basics of accounting, whichincludes double-entry book-keeping,balancing off ledger accounts, preparinga trial balance, and how to code andpresent financial information for management use. You will also furtherdevelop your understanding of workingwithin an accounting environment to-gether with payroll skills and the use ofcomputers in accounting. Alongsidethese accountancy skills you will alsodevelop the skills necessary to help you communicate within a business environment.

Gaining an AAT qualification will improveyour job prospects in accounts and finance. Accounting technicians can befound in all sectors of the economy, fromindustry to public services, from commerce to accountancy practices.With this qualification, you can alsoprogress in your career.

With this course you could start as anaccounts clerk moving onto assistantaccountant, and as you progress ontolevel 4, the positions of Management Accountant or Financial Accountant

could well be within your sights, even Finance manager.

What can I do after this course?Successful completion of this course allows progression to the AAT FastrackLevel 3 Diploma in Accounting. Learnerscan also progress onto an advanced apprenticeship in accounting which willenable you to carry on your studieswhilst also gaining valuable experiencewithin the industry. The curriculum areahas strong links with local businesseswho regularly recruit apprentices fromour student cohort. To qualify as aMember of the Association of Accounting Technicians (MAAT), it isnecessary to complete AAT Levels 3 and4 and to have completed 3 years accounting or financial work experience.

Are there any additional costs?All learners are required to register withthe AAT as a student member, the initialcosts for this will be met through theCollegiate however learners will be expected to pay their own membershipfees once they turn 19. You will also be

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required to purchase relevant text booksas advised by the course tutors.

Students will also be given the opportunity to participate in educationalvisits and a residential with a businesstheme and a focus on team building. Thecollege is continually developing and reinforcing links with industry to promotework placement opportunities. A varietyof guest speakers from industry are invited to speak to students during thecourse of the year.

Accounting AAT Diploma- Fast Track

Level 3

One Year

What will I study?Are you interested in a career in accounting? This course will provideyou with the skills and knowledge required within the accountancy and finance profession. The course hasbeen designed to cover AAT Level 2 and3 and the IAB Level 2 Payroll within ayear. You will start with AAT Level 2where you will learn the basics of accounting, which includes double-entry book-keeping, balancingoff ledger accounts, preparing a trial balance, and how to code and presentfinancial information for managementuse. You will also develop an understanding of working within an accounting environment together withthe use of computers in accounting.This will be completed in 16 weeks.

Alongside the AAT Level 2 you will alsocomplete the IAB Level 2 Certificate inPayroll - Payroll is vital in any organisation, ensuring staff are paid correctly on time, every time. This levelis the first step to becoming specialisedin all aspects of payroll. Upon completion you will have developed yourknowledge of manual and computerisedpayroll systems, HM Revenues and Customs procedures and the ability toproduce day-to-day management reports in relation to payroll. On completion of the 2 level 2 qualificationsyou will then progress to the AAT Level 3Diploma in Accounting. This qualification will build on the knowledgeand skills from level 2 and provide youwith an in-depth understanding of therelevant and practical skills necessary todo a range of accounting and financejobs. Level 3 will be completed over 6months.

Gaining an AAT qualification will improveyour job prospects in accounts and finance. Accounting technicians can befound in all sectors of the economy, from

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industry to public services, from commerce to accountancy practices.With this qualification, you can alsoprogress in your career.

With this course you could start as anaccounts clerk moving onto assistantaccountant, and as you progress ontolevel 4, the positions of Management Accountant or Financial Accountantcould well be within your sights, even Finance manager.

What can I do after this course?Successful completion of this course allows progression to the AAT Level 4Diploma in Accounting. Alternativelylearners who have found a particular aspect of the course to their liking maychoose to progress on to an apprenticeship in their chosen field. Thecurriculum area has strong links withlocal businesses who regularly recruitapprentices from our student cohort. Toqualify as a Member of the Associationof Accounting Technicians (MAAT), it isnecessary to complete AAT Levels 3 and4 and to have completed 3 years accounting or financial work experience.

Are there any additional costs?All learners are required to register withthe AAT as a student member, the initialcosts for this will be met through theCollegiate however learners will be expected to pay their own membershipfees once they turn 19. You will also berequired to purchase relevant text booksas advised by the course tutors.

Students will also be given the opportunity to participate in educationalvisits and a residential with a businesstheme and a focus on team building. Thecollege is continually developing and reinforcing links with industry to promotework placement opportunities. A varietyof guest speakers from industry are invited to speak to students during thecourse of the year.

Business BTEC NationalDiploma

Level 2

One year

What will I study?This qualification will introduce you tothe world of business and the differentemployment opportunities availablewithin this sector. The course is aimedat developing not only your understandingof how businesses operate but also yourinterpersonal and customer serviceskills. You will learn about different typesof business organisations and their activities, different functions within business and the people who work inthem, how businesses market themselves and their products orservices together with how they plantheir finances. You will also have the opportunity to develop your enterpriseskills through the setting up and runningof a business with your fellow studentsduring the course of your studies.

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What can I do after this course?Successful completion of this course allows progression to the Level 3Diploma in Business or a number ofother business or finance relatedcourses.

Are there any additional costs?Students will be given the opportunity toparticipate in educational visits and aresidential with a business theme and afocus on team building. The college iscontinually developing and reinforcinglinks with industry to promote workplacement opportunities. A variety ofguest speakers from industry are invitedto speak to students during the courseof the year.

Supply Chain Management

Level 3

Two Years

What Will I Study?This exciting new programme has beendeveloped with key local employers tomeet an identified local skills need. Theprogramme provides you with the internationally recognised IoSCM (Institute of Supply Chain Management) qualifications, with progression fromLevel 2 to 3, studying alongside an advanced Diploma qualification in a related area, such as Business. The programme will provide you withvaluable work place experience andwork-related projects, supported by ourstrong partnership with employers in thisarea, as well as opportunities to be supported by an Industry Mentor. We arethe only College in the North West tooffer the Level 3 IoSCM qualifications toschool leavers and see this is a valuableopportunity to match provision with needto support future employability.

The qualification is designed to developan understanding of key issues withinthe field and ensure sector specific skillsand knowledge is acquired in line withthe individuals’ career goals.

In Year 1 you will work towards the Level2 Certificate, allowing you to get a goodunderstanding of the industry, studyingcore units of Business and Team Leaderand optional units across the sector including Purchasing, Team Development and Supply Chain. In Year2 you will progress on to the Level 3Diploma Qualification. You will study thecore units of Business and Supply ChainManagement, plus a choice of optionalunits including Improving Team Performance, Purchasing Process, International Trade and Freight, andPlanning Operations.

What can I do after this course?The year two level 3 qualification is atadvanced level and is an internationallyrecognised qualification, designed tosupport those students wishing to gainemployment in a supply chain related

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field holding supervisory managementexperience or looking to move in to amanagement role. The course allowsstudents to develop management skillsas well as develop knowledge in specificareas of supply chain to support careerchoices (eg Purchasing, Team Management, International Trade).

Are there any additional costs?There are no additional costs associatedwith this course although this will beconfirmed during your admissions interview with the course tutor.

“Flextronics is excited to be supportingWarrington Collegiate’s new School ofSupply Chain Management. We look forward to working with the students atWarrington Collegiate’s School of SupplyChain Management and believe this willbe the first step on a hugely rewardingcareer path.”

“Jungheinrich is really proud and excitedto be partnering with Warrington Collegiate on the development of thenew School of Supply Chain Management and Logistics Skills Centre.We believe the courses being offered byWarrington Collegiate, combined withrelevant industry placements and work-related projects are greatpreparation for someone applying to joinour company, whether as an Apprenticeor university graduate.”

Art & DesignIf your passion is Art and Design, you can enhance your creative talent in our award winning department, rated ‘Outstanding’ byOfsted in 2010. Be inspired by our experienced professionals, as you study in specialised Art and Design studios, gaining theknowledge 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 willbenefit 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.



Fine Artist Earnings will differ greatly depending on work opportunities and reputation.It is common for fine artists to earn their living from a combination of exhibiting and selling their creative work and other part-time or full-time jobs.

Art Therapist Art therapists start on around £25,500 a year. With experience this can rise to between £30,500 and £40,000 a year. A principal art therapist in the NHS can earn up to £46,500

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Name: Emma Bromley

Studied: Art and Design Foundation Diploma Level 3 Previous School: Bridgewater High School

The truth is… “The tutors on our course are reallysupportive and they care about you asa person. With hard work and supportfrom tutors, I gained DDD grades!”

Name: Natalie Blackshaw

Studied: Art and Design Foundation Diploma Level 3

Previous School: St Gregory’s Catholic High School

I dare to…“Follow my dreams and build on theD* D* D grades that I have achieved atCollege. I’m going to study SurfacePattern Design at Plymouth College of Art.”Name: Mollie Kenyon

Studied: Art and Design Foundation Diploma Level 3

Previous School: Bridgewater High School

The truth is… “ºThe course has prepared me for thechallenges of university. The tutorsreally care about your achievementsand they encourage you to raise yourexpectations.”

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Art & Design BTECDiploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?If you are interested in a career in Art &Design and would like to work with like-minded students, this could be theideal course for you. You will studywithin our Arts Centre in well-equippedart and design studios, learning from tutors who are experts in their particularfield, and have the opportunity to exhibityour work throughout the academic year.This course includes the following topics: 2D visual communications, 3D visual communications, Contextual references in Art & Design, Exploring and developing ideas, Producing Art & Design outcomes, Developing visualcommunication skills and techniques,Use of various media and materials, Textiles.

You will be continually assessed basedon the projects you complete throughoutthe year, culminating in the production ofa final major project during the final termwhich will be displayed in our end ofyear exhibition.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of theLevel 2 qualification you may progressonto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Artand Design.

Alternatively you may choose to embark on a career within the CreativeArts industry.

Are there any additional costs?We provide some basic and specialistequipment. You might be expected topurchase additional equipment.

Art & Design BTEC Extended Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?This course will give you the knowledge and skills you need as astarting point to pursue a career in thecreative sector. You will study within TheArts 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 anddeveloping ideas, producing Art & Design outcomes, developing visualcommunication skills and techniques,use of various media and materials,graphics and textiles.

You will be continually assessed basedon the projects you complete throughout

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the year, culminating in the production ofa final major project during the final termwhich will be displayed in our end ofyear exhibition.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thiscourse, you may progress into employment or onto the Foundationqualification in Art and Design.

Are there any additional costs?Although we provide some basic andspecialist equipment, you will be expected to provide your own art kit,which costs approximately £80.

Art & Design BTECFoundation Diploma

Level 3/4

One Year

What will I study?This course is for students who wish toprogress onto specialist visual arts studyat Higher Education level. It offers students the opportunity to identify theirparticular specialism and creative direction, as well as to develop personalcreative, practical and intellectual abilities. Mature students are welcomeand applicants are required to have aportfolio 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 keystages of the programme, culminating ina final major project. The final two compulsory units are externally

assessed and it is on the basis of thesetwo final units that the grade for theaward is given.

What can I do after this course?The Foundation course is specifically tailored for students who are seriousabout a career in the art and designindustry.

Traditionally the majority of learnersprogress onto University courses tostudy for specialist art qualifications.

Are there any additional costs?We provide some basic and specialistequipment but students are expected toprovide their own art kit at a cost of approximately £80.

Study A Level Photography, Graphic Design, Textiles, Fine Art or English alongside this course.

Beauty TherapyOur exciting range of Beauty Therapy courses taught by experienced industry specialists will enable you to gain the knowledgeand 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 afashion shoot.

You will gain valuable work experience on placement and in our top class salons, enjoy Beauty related trips including a visit to theannual prestigious Beauty Exhibition at Manchester Central.

Our superb links with industry mean that you will enjoy regular workshop sessions with industrial professionals to further developyour 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 pastwinners.



Beauty Therapist working in a salon Newly qualified - £10,000 Therapist – 2 years’ experience – £12,000 – £17,000 Manager/Senior Therapist – over £20,000

Beauty Salon Manager £20,000+

Cruise ship therapist £15,000 – £20,000

Teacher Unqualified - £18,000 – £22,000Qualified - £23,000 – £35,000

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Name: Leanne Walker

Studied: Beauty Therapy Techniques Diploma Level 3 Beauty Therapy Diploma Level 2

Previous School: Great Sankey High School

I dared to….“Test my abilities and compete against the best studentsIn the country at UKSkills and I won! I entered the competition whilst studying on the Beauty Therapy Diploma Level 2 and didn’t place but it was a great experience. I was delighted to get a second opportunity to enter whilst studying on the Level 3 course and winning it was probably my bestmoment.”

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Beauty Introduction

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?This foundation course provides the basics of beauty therapy and is an idealstepping stone to anyone interested inworking within the beauty therapy industry. You will be part of a team thatwill provide beauty therapy treatmentswithin a professional training environment at ‘The Academy’ and willbe supported by a team of experiencedtutors. Training will be a mix of theoryand practical lessons covering aspectsof health and safety and anatomy andphysiology.

This course includes the following topics: Assisting with salon receptionduties, Basic skin care, Applying make-up, Manicure, Pedicure, Nail Art,Themed face painting, Following Health& Safety, The art of photographic make-up, Working with others, Presenting a professional image.

What can I do after this course?If beauty therapy is the career for youthen progression onto VRQ Level 2 is thenext step. Learners must achieve Functional Skills qualification before progressing onto Level 2 in Beauty Therapy or Level 2 Hair & Beauty.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase a Beauty Therapy kit, costing £154.85. Studentswill be able to carry on using this kit during Level 2 if they wish to progress.You will also be r equired to purchaseshoes that need to be black, flat and fullfor health and safety reasons.

Beauty Therapy DiplomaLevel 2

One Year

The Beauty Therapy Diploma Level 2provides you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you needto 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 aboutanatomy and physiology and businessstudies. The Hair and Beauty Academyhas five state-of-the-art salons that create an excellent realistic working environment for all practical treatmentsto take place.

This course includes the following topics: Providing manicure and pedicuretreatments, Providing nail art, Providingfacials, Applying Make-Up, Removinghair using waxing techniques, Providingeyelash and brow treatments, Businessstudies, Anatomy and physiology. Aspects of Health & Safety, Employment

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Standards, Customer care are covered inBusiness Studies and reinforced in allpractical sessions. Anatomy & Physiology of skin, nails, bones, musclesand circulatory systems are also included on the course.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thisqualification you could progress onto theBeauty Therapy Level 3, on one of threeroutes; Hair and Media Make-up, Bodyand Spa or the general Level 3 route.

Are there any additional costs?Additional costs include Beauty Therapykit and text book costing £154.85. In addition, a uniform is required costingapproximately £37.40. You will also berequired to purchase shoes that need tobe black, flat and full for health andsafety reasons.

Beauty & Hair TherapyDiploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?The Beauty and Hair Therapy DiplomaLevel 2 provides you with the theoreticalknowledge and practical skills to enableyou to perform both beauty and hairunits and is an ideal progression routefor anybody that is interested in theLevel 3 Hair and Media Make-up route.You will have separate hair and beautysessions so will be able to access bothdepartments. The hair and beauty academy has five state-of-the-art salonsthat create an excellent realistic workingenvironment for all.

This course includes the following topics: The application of make-up, Theart of photographic make-up, The art ofdressing hair, besides other units suchas scalp massage, shampoo and condition the hair, plaiting and twisting,

threading of eyebrows, shape and tinteyelashes and brows.

What can I do after this course?You can progress onto Level 3 Hair andBeauty related courses, including theLevel 3 Hair and Media Make-up course.

Are there any additional costs?Additional costs include a uniform costing approximately £37.40. You willalso be required to purchase shoes thatneed to be black, flat and full for healthand safety reasons. The three kits willcost £108, £96.25 and £109.80.

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Beauty Therapy Techniques Diploma

Level 3

One Year

What will I study?The Beauty Therapy Techniques DiplomaLevel 3 is an advanced level qualificationfor those who are interested in extendingtheir knowledge and skills of BeautyTherapy techniques. The qualification isdelivered in the Hair and Beauty Academy, which offers a wide range ofstate of the art equipment, providing youwith the very best learning environmentin which to develop your skills.

This course includes the following topics: Body electrical treatments, Facialelectrical treatments, Micro dermabrasion, Body massage, Epilation,Business studies, Anatomy, Physiology.

What can I do after this course?Successful completion of this qualificationwill enable you to seek employment inthe Beauty Therapy industry, for example

within a Beauty Salon, on a cruise shipor even in TV. You could also progress toa Higher Education qualification in a related subject area.

Are there any additional costs?Students will need to purchase a Uniform at a cost of approximately£37.40. You will also be required to purchase shoes that need to be black,flat and full for health and safety reasons.

Body & Spa TherapyDiploma

Level 3

One Year

What will I study?The Body and Spa Therapy DiplomaLevel 3 provides you with the theoreticalknowledge and practical skills you willneed to enable you to undertake numerous massages and spa treatments. All sessions are deliveredwithin our Hair and Beauty Academywhich provides an excellent realisticworking environment.

This course develops practical skills in:Body massage, Aromatherapy Spa treatments, Indian Head, Stone Therapy,Health & Safety and Customer service.

What can I do after this course?Successful completion of this qualification will enable you to seek employment in the Beauty Therapy industry, for example within a Beauty

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Salon, on a cruise ship or even in TV.You could also progress to a Higher Education qualification in a related subject area.

Are there any additional costs?Students will need to purchase a Uniform at a cost of approximately£37.40. You will also be required to purchase shoes that need to be black,flat and full for health and safety reasons.

Hair and Media Make-Up Diploma

Level 3

One Year

What will I study?The Hair and Media Make-up DiplomaLevel 3 is a one year course designed togive students a nationally recognisedqualification in make-up, providing theknowledge, skills and understanding required to gain employment within theindustry.

This course includes the following topics: Camouflage Make-up, AirbrushMake-up to the face, Face and Body Art,Fashion and Photographic Make-Up,Hair Design, Media Make-Up, Style andFit Posteche, Individual PermanentLashes, Hair Extensions as well asHealth & Safety, Customer Services andunits relating to Anatomy and Physiology.

What can I do after this course?You can progress onto Level 3 Diplomain Beauty Therapy, Level 4 Salon Management, Level 5 Make-up or theHNC Beauty Therapy Science.

Are there any additional costs?Additional costs will include Uniform(tunic and pants) costing approximately£37.40. You will also be required to purchase shoes that need to be black,flat and full for health and safety reasons. Kits for this course cost £93.37,£125.95 and £249.92.

Brickwork, Construction & The Built EnvironmentIf you want a practical–based career and enjoy working with your hands then a career in the Construction industry could be justwhat 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 college is committed to ensuring that all students benefit from the opportunity to undertake work placement whilst at collegeand we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant vocational setting.

The Construction industry offers the opportunity of working home and abroad, with the chance of owning your own company, andbecoming your own boss. You can work in a wide variety of subsectors from industry, repair and maintenance to public housing.



Bricklayer Qualified bricklayers can earn between £16,000 and £23,000 a year.

Experienced bricklayers, can earn up to £30,000.including instructors

Having your own company you could earn £30,000+

Site Management Construction Managers can earn from £27,000 to over £45,000 a year, depending on experience.

Senior Managers you could earn as much as £70,000.

Surveying Starting salaries can be between £20,000 and £25,000 a year. With experience this can rise to between £30,000 and £45,000.

Senior chartered quantity surveyors you could earn between £50,000 and £60,000 a year.

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Bricklaying Diploma

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?This course is ideal if you would like tofollow a career in Brickwork. The ‘ColinDaniels Construction Centre’ is a dedicated facility for construction crafts,including Brickwork, with workshopsthat are well-equipped with a goodrange of Brickwork tools and appropriatematerials. Well-appointed classroomsand computer facilities enhance thelearning environment and provide an effective link between the theoretical andpractical aspects of the course.

The Diploma is awarded by "CITB Construction Skills”. You will be expected to show competence, whichinvolves the application of knowledgeand skills in a significant range of variedwork activities, performed in a variety ofcontexts.

This course includes the following topics: Health, safety and welfare in construction and associated industries,Knowledge of technical information,quantities and communication with others, Knowledge of construction technology, Setting out for basic masonry structures, Mix constructionmaterials, Constructing block walling,Constructing brick walling, Constructingcavity walling.

What can I do after this course?On successful completion of the Level 1Diploma, you may progress to a Level 2Diploma or, subject to gaining appropriateemployment, onto an Apprenticeship tostudy a NVQ Level 2.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase appropriatefootwear to wear during practical sessions. You will also need to purchasepolo shirts, a file, lined paper, pen, pencil, eraser and calculator.

Bricklaying Diploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?This course provides an ideal progression route from the Level 1Diploma in Brickwork. Classes takeplace within The Construction TrainingCentre, a dedicated facility for Construction Crafts. The course combines both theoretical and practicalaspects and provides students with anintermediate level qualification for thoselooking to increase their skills andknowledge of Brickwork and seek employment in this area.

The Diploma is awarded by CITB Construction Skills. You will be expectedto show competence, which involves theapplication of knowledge and skills in asignificant range of varied work activities, performed in a variety of contexts.

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This course includes the following topics: Carrying out safe working practices in construction, Information,quantities and communicating with others, Building methods and construction technology, Interpretingworking drawings to set out, Masonrystructures, Thin joint masonry and masonry cladding, Build solid walling,isolated and attached piers, Build cavitywalling forming masonry structure.

What can I do after this course?On successful completion of the Level 2Diploma, you may progress to a Level 3Diploma or, subject to gaining appropriate employment, onto an Apprenticeship.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase appropriatefootwear to wear during practical sessions. Polo shirts, File, lined paper,pen, pencil, eraser, protractor, pair ofcompasses, set squares, calculator.

Bricklaying Diploma

Level 3

One Year

What will I study?The Level 3 Diploma in Brickwork is designed to build on your previous experiences and skills and prepares youfor the industry at a highly skilled level, itwill also give you an insight into supervisory and management roles.

The Diploma has been specifically developed for delivery in a training environment using simulated conditionsand the test(s) are based on you showing what you can do as an individual through the completion of allthe requirements for the qualification.

On completion of the programme youwill have gained and developed the skillsand confidence to carry out safe workingpractices in Brickwork working withcomplex situations. You should alsohave knowledge of quantities, interpretworking drawings and setting out.

This course includes the following topics: Health, safety and welfare in construction and associated industries,Analysing technical information, quantities and communication with others, Analysing the construction industry and built environment, Repairand maintain masonry structures, Construct complex masonry structures,Construct decorative features.

The Level 3 Diploma is designed with theemphasis on advanced skills, enablingyou to work and effectively operate at anAdvanced level within the Industry.

What can I do after this course?Further college based programmes areavailable. A Construction related BTECLevel 3 Diploma – leading to BTECHigher National Certificate. These furtherprogrammes focus strongly on Construction and are quite broad based,which may lead appropriate people invarious careers within the Industry. SiteManagement, Surveying, Self-Employed,Lecturing - thus leading to you increasing your potential earnings.

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Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase appropriatefootwear to wear during practical sessions. Polo shirts, File, lined paper,pen, pencil, eraser, protractor, pair ofcompasses, set squares, calculator

Construction and theBuilt EnvironmentBTEC ExtendedDiploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?The BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction is a full time coursewhich runs over two academic years.It will provide you with the necessaryskills and knowledge at a technicallevel to enter employment as a traineein areas such as Architecture, QuantitySurveying or Construction Management. The course covers abroad range of subject matter in orderto give you a broad grouping in various construction disciplines, typically the units covered are: Health,Safety and Welfare; Sustainable Construction; Mathematics in Construction; Science and Materials;Construction Technology; Project

Management; Graphical Detailing;Measuring Estimating and Tendering;Surveying; Setting out Processes; Underpinning Science for Provision ofHuman Comfort; Mechanical andElectrical Services; Building Surveying;Building Regulations and Control;CAD; Design Procedures and Planning Procedures.

What can I do after this course?Students may continue on to a HigherNational Certificate (HNC) within theCollege or proceed to university tostudy a construction related degree.Possible career progression includesArchitecture, Quantity Surveying,Building Surveying, Land Surveying,Civil Engineering and ConstructionManagement. Higher level coursescan be studied part-time with industryrelevant employment, or on a full-timebasis.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase appropriateequipment, stationery and literature.

Study A Level Maths,

Design & Technology

or Computer Science

alongside this

course.

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Carpentry & JoineryOur 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 wellequipped 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 collegeand 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 ofguest speakers from industry are invited to speak to students during the course of the year.



Carpenter Qualified joiners earn between £17,000 and £23,000 a year, and experienced joiners can earn up to £28,000 a year.

Self-employed Having your own company you could earn £30,000+ a year. As a guide only.carpenters and joiners set their own rates.

Site Management Construction Managers can earn from £27,000 to over £45,000 a year, depending on experience.

Senior managers Can earn more than £70,000.

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Carpentry & JoineryDiploma

Level 1

One Year

What will I study? This craft based course will provide awide range of practical construction andwoodworking skills and job-relatedknowledge. During the course you willlearn about wood jointing techniques,building methods and technology, usinghand and power tools, handling andstoring materials and working safely. The Diploma is awarded by "CITB Construction Skills". You will be expected to show competence, whichinvolves the application of knowledgeand skills in a significant range of variedwork activities, performed in a variety ofcontexts.

The activities at Level 1 provide a goodstarting point, enabling you to learn a variety of new knowledge and skills.This course includes the following

topics: Health, safety and welfare inConstruction and associated industries,Knowledge of technical information,quantities and communication with others, Knowledge of construction technology, Produce woodworkingjoints, Maintain and use carpentry andjoinery hand tools, Prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable powertools.

What can I do after this course?On successful completion of the Level 1Diploma, you may progress to a Level 2Diploma or, subject to gaining appropriate employment, onto a NVQLevel 2 Apprenticeship.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase appropriatefootwear to wear during practical sessions.

You will also need to purchase a file,lined paper, pen, pencil, eraser, protractor, pair of compasses, setsquares, calculator, as well as polo shirtsand work pants to wear during practical sessions.


Level 2

One Year

What will I study?The Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery isdesigned to prepare you to enter the industry in your chosen craft. TheDiploma is awarded by ‘CITB Construction Skills’. You will be expected to show competence, whichinvolves the application of knowledgeand skills in a significant range of variedwork activities, performed in a variety ofcontexts.

The topics studied include: Health,safety and welfare in construction andassociated industries, Understanding information, quantities and communication with others, Understandingconstruction technology, Prepare anduse carpentry & joinery portable powertools, Carry out first fixing operations,Carry out second fixing operations, Carryout structural carcassing operation.

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Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase appropriatefootwear to wear during practical sessions.

You will also need to purchase a file,lined paper, pen, pencil, eraser, protractor, pair of compasses, setsquares, calculator, as well as polo shirtsand work pants to wear during practical sessions.


Level 3

One Year

What will I study?The Diploma in Site Carpentry is designed to prepare you to enter the industry in your chosen craft. It has beenspecifically developed for delivery in atraining environment using simulatedconditions. The assessments allow youto show what you can do as an individual through the completion of allthe requirements of the qualification. TheDiploma is awarded by ‘CITB Construction Skills’.

The contents of your programme include: Health, safety and welfare inconstruction and associated industries,Analysing technical information, quantities and communication with others, Analysing the construction industry and built environment, Carry outfirst fixing operations, Carry out second

fixing operations, Set up and operatecutting and shaping machinery, Erectcomplex structural carcassing components, Install and maintain non-structural and structural components

What can I do after this course?Further college based programmes areavailable. A Construction related BTECLevel 3 Diploma – leading to BTECHigher National Certificate. These furtherprogrammes focus strongly on Construction and are quite broad based,which may lead appropriate people invarious careers within the industry. SiteManagement, Surveying, Self-Employed,Lecturing - thus leading to you increasing your potential earnings.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase appropriatefootwear to wear during practical sessions. You will also need to purchasea file, lined paper, pen, pencil, eraser,protractor, pair of compass, set squares,calculator, as well as polo shirts andwork pants to wear during practical sessions.

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ChildcareWorking 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 themany 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, alongsidegetting involved in all aspects of college life.

The college is committed to ensuring that all students benefit from the opportunity to undertake work placement whilst at collegeand we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant vocational setting. There will be a variety of trips planned during thecourse, 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.



Midwifery £25,783 to £40,558

Nursing £25,783 to £34,530

Social Worker £19,397 to £33,646

Primary School Teacher £21,588 to £31,552

Nursery Nurse £15,000 to £18,684

Carer £14,000 to £19,880

Paediatrician £53,084 to £100,000

Educational Psychologist £21,809 to £29,777

Psychiatrist £24,000 to £90,000

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Health, Social Care,Children & Young People’s settings Certificate

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?If you are interested in working with children and you are looking for a coursethat will give you a start in this careerarea then this course is perfect for you.The course will enable you to gain basicknowledge and skills to progress ontoother childcare-related courses or healthand social care related courses.

This course includes the following topics: Roles within Health and SocialCare and Child Care, Safeguarding,Communication, Equality and Inclusion and Human Growth and Development.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thisqualification you will be able to progressonto the Level 2 First Diploma in ChildCare, Level 2 First Diploma in Health andSocial Care or into an Apprenticeship oronto an alternative Level 2 qualification,as appropriate.

Are there any additional costs?Additional costs include the purchase ofa polo shirt (approximately £15) and obtaining DBS clearance (approximately£44).

Childcare LearningDiploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?This course is for students who want towork with children: whether it is with babies, young children or teenagers. Itcombines practical experiences gainedin a variety of child care settings, fromday nurseries to schools, alongsidelearning in college. After completing thecourse you will gain a nationally recognised qualification in childcare atLevel 2. This will allow you to work withchildren aged 0 - 16 years, in a supervised role. Once you have finishedthe course you will have the opportunityto progress onto a Level 3 programme ofstudy within this area.

The topics studied include: Child Development, Keeping Children Safe,Communication, Preparing and Maintaining a Child Care Setting, Roles

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and Responsibilities, Children’s Play andLearning and Work Experience.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thisqualification you can progress onto theBTEC National Diploma/Certificate inChildren's Care, Learning and Development at Level 3. There are alsoother Level 3 Child Care or Health andSocial Care courses available. Alternatively you can seek employmentwithin the child care sector.

Are there any additional costs?There will be additional costs when starting the course, these include thecost of your Polo Shirt (approximately£15) and your DBS check (approximately£44). It is recommended that you purchase at least one reference book asessential reading. BTEC First Children’sCare, Learning and Development student book is priced at £19.99 published by Heinemann and endorsedby Edexcel.

Children’s Care, L earning & DevelopmentBTEC National Certificate

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?The Childcare Learning Certificate Level3 is a new and exciting course that willbe running alongside the NationalDiploma in Children's Care, Learning andDevelopment. The course aims to develop your knowledge, understandingand practical expertise required whenworking with children from birth upwards. Over the two year period thecourse will cover seven core units plus arange of specialist units to enhance yourknowledge of the world of work andchild care. This course incorporates theNational Occupational Standards in childcare. You will achieve a professionalaward that enables you to work in a supervisory capacity across a wide

range of child care environments.The course requires you to have eithera Pass at a Level 2 childcare course or5 GCSEs A-C, these do not necessarily need to include Maths andEnglish. This course includes the following topics: Children’s Play, Positive Environments (Health &Safety), Positive Relationships (Communication), Child Developmentand Safe Guarding Children .You willalso complete 800 hours of childcareplacement in a range of settings.

What can I do after this course?You can progress onto a universitycourse related to Child Care. Alternatively you can progress onto arange of careers working with childrenin various settings for example Nursery Nurse or Classroom Assistant.

There will be additional costs whenstarting the course. These include:Uniform - Polo shirt (approximately£15), DBS check (approximately £44),Student Planner (approximately £2),Textbook (approximately £20), USBpen drive (approximately £5).

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Computing & GamingThe 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 soquickly therefore it is important that we can keep up to date with these changes, meet customer needs when working in industryand stay one step ahead of our competition.

The college is committed to ensuring that all students benefit from the opportunity to undertake work placement whilst at collegeand 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 thePort 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 previouslyenabled students to complete work experience in London, Denmark and Spain.


Career Salary [From/To]

IT Technician £13,500 - £16,000

Graduate/Junior Motion Graphics Designer £14,500 - £20,500

Games Developer Up to £25,000

Graduate Editorial Executive £22,000+

Digital and Social Media Journalist £20,000 - £35,000

Graduate C++ / C# Programmer - £18,000 - £25,000Gaming Industry

Technical Assistant £18,000 - £20,000

Concept Artist £25,000 - £30,000

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Name: Nathaniel MullenStudying: Interactive Media Extended

Diploma Level 3Studied: IT Diploma Level 2Previous School: Penketh High School

The truth is… “I successfully completed the ITDiploma Level 2 and progressed ontothe Interactive Media ExtendedDiploma Level 3. I am looking forwardto studying on the second year of thecourse in September.”

Name: Adam HemsleyStudying: Games Development Creative

Media Extended Diploma Level 3

The truth is…“Returning to education and changing my career was a bigstep for me and it has been a real achievement. I workedfor ten years in the construction industry and I am nowlooking to develop a career in IT and Games Development.”

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Digital IT OCR Diploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?If you are interested in computing with aspecialty in the digital environments andwould like this to be your chosen careerroute, the Digital IT Diploma Level 2 willenable you to build on your existingknowledge and skills. Potential futurecareer routes include Digital Animation,Computer Games Designer, Web Designer and Video Production.This course includes the following topics: Communicating in the IT Industry,Working in the IT industry, ComputerSystems, Video Production, Website Development, Computer Graphics andAnimation Techniques.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thiscourse you can progress onto the Level3 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 employmentwithin the computing industry.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to provide your own harddrives on which to save your work inorder to enable you to work independently outside College.

ICT OCR Cambridge Technical

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?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 andskills. Potential future career routes include Computer Technician, NetworkManager, Software Developer and Technical Support.

The topics studied include ComputerHardware and Software, End User Support Techniques, Networking Principles and Web Page Design.

What can I do after this course?You can progress onto the OCR Cambridge Technical in IT at Level 3 oronto a related computing course to further improve your knowledge andskills. Alternatively you can seek employment within the computing industry.

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Are there any additional costs?You will be encouraged to purchase harddrives on which to save your work inorder to enable you to work independently outside College.

Games DevelopmentBTEC Extended Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?The Creative Media Production (GamesDevelopment) Extended Diploma Level 3is an exciting and interesting technicalcourse, ideal if you aspire to work in thegames industry in the future. Games Development is a very fast-moving industry in which to work and you willtherefore need to be up to date with thelatest technology to give you the edge inthis competitive environment. The topics studied include: Understandingthe media, Research Techniques, Mediaskills workshop, Professional Practice inthe Media Industry and Game Creation(Programming, Scripting, Design, Visualisation, Planning, Production). You will also complete aportfolio comprising various games itemsthat you have created which can then beused to showcase your talents at interview.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thisqualification you can progress onto aDegree, Foundation Degree or a BTECHigher National Certificate or Diploma inMedia. There are also job opportunitiesin Games Design, Games Development,Animation and 3D Design to name but afew.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase materials forthe presentation of final assignmentssuch as CDs/DVDs, as well as art materials for use within the concept artunit and portfolio equipment for presentation of the final major project,which can then be used for evidence forjob or university interviews. It is recommended that students purchasean external hard drive for sharing files.

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IT OCR CambridgeTechnical Diploma

Level 3

Two years

What will I study?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 andskills. Potential future career routes include Computer Technician, SoftwareDeveloper and Technical Support. The topics studied include ComputerHardware and Software, End User Support Techniques, Networking Principles and Web Page Design.

What can I do after this course?You can progress onto the HNC Computing, various university courses oronto a related computing course to further improve your knowledge andskills. Alternatively you can seek employment within the computing industry.

Are there any additional costs?You will be encouraged to purchase harddrives on which to save your work inorder to enable you to work independently outside college.

Study A Level BusinessStudies, Computer Science, English, Maths, Photography or Graphic Design alongside this course.

Electrical Installation & EngineeringAre you a practical person who likes trying to find out how things actually work? If so, why not find out more about the excitingrange of courses available within this area. At the heart of every technological advance is an engineer.

The college is committed to ensuring that all students benefit from the opportunity to undertake work placement whilst at collegeand we will support you to obtain a placement in a relevant vocational setting. We also offer a scheme providing students with theopportunity to complete work placement in a European partner country. Previous students have benefited from this scheme anddeveloped essential skills.

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.



Electrician £25,000 - £40,000

Electrical Engineer £28,000 - £70,000

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Electrical InstallationFoundation Learning

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?This course provides a basic introduction to Electrical Installation andforms the ideal stepping stone to thenext level of study. The course coversthe basic aspects of electrical installation, for example in domesticproperties and includes theory and practical work. This course provides agreater emphasis on supporting Englishand Maths skills which are essentialwhen seeking employment.

This course covers the practical requirements needed when starting outin the electrical trade. During the courseyou will gain an understanding of how toinstall and test a variety of electrical circuits and wiring systems used in domestic and commercial properties.You will also learn about fundamentalsafe working practices, electrical science

and technology and environmental andsustainability measures in domesticdwellings.

What can I do after this course?After successfully completing thecourse, you will have a number of routesavailable for progression. You can continue to study Electrical Installationeither as a full-time student or, subject tosecuring appropriate employment, as anApprentice. Alternatively you couldchoose to specialise in Engineering andprogress onto an appropriate qualification in this area.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to buy steel toe cappedboots, pens, a scientific calculator anddrawing instruments.

Electrical InstallationDiploma

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?This Level 1 course provides a basic introduction to electrical installation andforms the ideal stepping stone to thenext level of study. The course coversthe basic aspects of electrical installation, for example in domesticproperties and includes theory and practical work. This course supports theacquisition of the higher level practicalskills sought by electrical employers.

This course covers the practical requirements needed when starting outin the electrical trade. During the courseyou will gain an understanding of how toinstall and test a variety of electrical circuits and wiring systems used in domestic and commercial properties.You will also learn about fundamentalsafe working practices, electrical science

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and technology and environmental andsustainability measures in domesticdwellings.

What can I do after this course?There are a number of routes you canchoose from, depending on the outcomeof your studies. You can continue tostudy Electrical Installation either as afull-time student or, subject to securingappropriate employment, as an Apprentice. Alternatively you couldchoose to specialise in Engineering andprogress onto an appropriate qualification in this area.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to buy steel toe cappedboots, pens, a calculator and drawing instruments.

Electrical Installation(C&G 2365) Diploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?Entry on to this course is based on previous attainment of the Electrical Installation Level 1 qualification. The topics covered include: principles ofelectro-technology, application of healthand safety, electrical principles and installation.This course continues to develop your practical skills but also introduces more of the scientific andmathematical concepts underpinningelectrical theory.

What can I do after this course?On successful completion of the Level 2qualification, you can progress onto theLevel 3 course offered at the Future TechStudio School.


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Electrical and ElectronicEngineering ExtendedDiploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study? This course has been designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the concepts involvedin Electrical and Electronic Engineering.The course consists of a mixture of electronic and power units and providesstudents with a balanced curriculum.The course content ensures that students develop skills that will providethem with various employment opportunities and avenues to specialisein specific sectors of electrical engineering.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thiscourse, you will be able to progress onto

higher education including the HNCcourse available at Warrington Collegiate, or progress into employment.


Study A Level Maths,

Design & Technology

or Computer Science

alongside this course

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Career Salary (per year) will depend on experience and salon

Senior stylist £12,500 - £15,000

Specialist technician Depending on salon and position £12,500 +

Salon manager £13,000 + depending on duties

Artistic Director £35,000 +

Freelance hairdresser Depend on client base and commitment to working hours £ 10,000 +

Theatre work £500- £2,000 for 1 days workSession stylist

Teacher £24,000 - £32,000

Hairdressing & BarberingThe North West is the second largest health and beauty centre in the country in terms of employees and you could join them. Youwill gain the skills and knowledge you need in our award winning salons, gaining hands on experience and dealing with customersin the Hair and Beauty Academy.


A variety of trips are organised throughout the year, including visits to the Blackpool Hair Show, The Clothes Show in Birminghamand 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 collegeto speak to students on a regular basis.


“Studying at Warrington Collegiate has helped to improve my confidence levels. The course has provided me with the knowledge to feel happy

dealing with my own clients and has prepared meto enter the Hairdressing industry.”

Name: Abigail Bullen

Studied: Diploma in Women's and Men's Hairdressing Level 2Diploma in an Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector Level 1

Previous School: Birchwood High School

The truth is….

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Hair & Beauty Foundation Learning

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?If you have no prior knowledge of hairand beauty and feel that this is the career for you, this course will give youan insight into the essential skills of Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy. Youwill work in state of the art salons as partof a team, gaining practical, hands-onexperience providing hair treatmentswithin a professional training environment in The Academy. The topicscovered include: salon reception duties,creating a professional image, basic haircare, preparing and maintaining the Hairdressing work area and health andsafety.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thiscourse, you will be able to progress ontoeither the Level 2 Beauty Therapy or

Hairdressing course, or alternatively intoemployment within the hair and beautyindustry.

Are there any additional costs?There will be additional costs for kit. Youwill also need to purchase a uniform andshoes for practical sessions which willcost 395.37 (Kit) and £37.40 (Uniform).Uniforms can be ordered via college andwill be delivered to your home.

Hairdressing Diploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?If you want to expand your existing hairdressing knowledge and skills andare 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 practicalskills, including how to cut, colour, permand dress hair to suit all occasions. Youcan show off your new skills by bringingin family and friends to use as modelsfor assessments. You will work in state-of-the-art salons, gaining the practical skills and knowledge you needto succeed in a career in hairdressing.

The topics covered include: Cutting,Blow-drying, Styling and dressing hair,Perming, Colouring and creating hairstyles suitable for individuals, Hairtype, Texture and Face shape.

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What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thiscourse, you will be able to progress ontothe Level 3 Hairdressing course, or alternatively into employment within thehairdressing industry.

Are there any additional costs?A Hairdressing uniform and kit is requiredfor this course. Order forms are availablefrom the Academy. Prices are £152.84(Kit) and £37.40 (Uniform) plus postageand package.

Hairdressing Women &Men’s Diploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?If you are interested in a career in Hairdressing/Barbering, then the Hairdressing Women's and Men'sDiploma Level 2 could be ideal for you.Throughout the course you will be supported to develop a range of theoretical knowledge and practicalskills, including how to cut, colour, styleand dress women's and men’s hair tosuit all occasions. You can show off yournew skills by bringing in family andfriends to use as models for assessments. You will work in state-of-the-art salons, gaining the practical skillsand knowledge you need to succeed in acareer in hairdressing.

This course includes the following topics: Women's/Gent’s Cutting,Women's and Gent’s Blow-drying, Style

and Dress Hair, Colouring, Creating Hairstyles suitable for Individuals, HairType, Texture and Face Shape and Scalp massage.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thiscourse, you will be able to progress ontothe Level 3 Women’s HairdressingDiploma, Level 3 Cutting TechniciansDiploma or alternatively go into employment within the hairdressing industry.

Are there any additional costs?There will be additional costs for kit anduniform. Prices are £170.66 (Kit) and£37.40 (Uniform).

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Hairdressing Women’s Diploma

Level 3

One Year

What will I study?The Hairdressing (Women's) DiplomaLevel 3 course will provide students whohave already gained a Level 2 qualification in Hairdressing, to advancetheir skills in technical hairdressing andfurther their career.

This course will advance your technicalskills in hairdressing. You will train in thecollege’s commercial full service salon.Also dealing with your own clients andenjoy busy salon environment.

Within the course you will be trained inhair extensions, colour correction, promotional events and more.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thisqualification you could progress onto aHigher Education qualification, complete

an additional qualification in barbering,continue in employment within the Hairdressing industry or even start yourown business.

Are there any additional costs?There will be an additional cost for kitand uniform. Prices are £140.19 (Kit) and£37.40 (Uniform).

Health & Social Care The health sector is about helping people live healthy and fulfilling lives. Health care covers careers in medicine, whilst social careis all about supporting people with additional needs. Most people in this sector are employed by the NHS, others are employed byprivate practices.

Healthcare is an essential and thriving part of our society and there will always be career opportunities for qualified and skilledpeople. The list is endless. You will be taught by tutors who are experts within the health and social care industry, gaining valuableknowledge 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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Midwifery £25,783 to £40,558

Nursing £25,783 to £34,530

Social Worker £19,397 to £33,646

Primary School Teacher £21,588 to £31,552

Nursery Nurse £15,000 to £18,684

Carer £14,000 to £19,880

Paediatrician £53,084 to £100,000

Educational Psychologist £21,809 to £29,777

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Health, Social Care,Children & Young People’s Setting Introductory Certificate

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?If you are interested in working with children or working in Health and Social Care and are looking for a coursethat will give you a start in this careerarea, then the Health, Social Care, Children and Young People's CertificateLevel 1 is perfect for you. The course willenable you to gain basic knowledge andskills to progress onto other childcare-related courses or Health andSocial Care related courses.

This course includes the following topics: Roles within Health and SocialCare and Child Care, Safeguarding,Communication, Equality and Inclusionand Human Growth and Development.

You will also complete a work placementone day per week in the final term ofyour studies.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thisqualification you will be able to progressonto the Level 2 First Diploma in ChildCare, Level 2 First Diploma in Health andSocial Care or onto an Apprenticeship oran alternative Level 2 qualification, asappropriate.

Are there any additional costs?There will be additional costs when starting the course that include a poloshirt (approximately £10.80), hooded top£14.79 (optional) and a DBS check (approximately £44).

Health & Social CareDiploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?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 andcontributing to making life happier andmore enjoyable for others? If so, thenthis course is for you. You will gain thevaluable skills needed to progress andfind employment within the health andsocial care sector.

Areas covered on the course include:Equality and Diversity in Health and Social Care, Individual Needs, EffectiveCommunication in Health and SocialCare, Human Lifespan Development andVocational Practice (Work Placement).

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What can I do after this course?If you achieve a good final grade for thecourse (Merit or Distinction Grade) youwill be able to progress onto a Level 3course in Health and Social Care, e.g.BTEC Subsidiary Diploma. You can alsofind employment as a care worker in aHealth and Social Care setting or enrolon an Apprenticeship.

Are there any additional costs?There will be additional costs when starting the course that include a PoloShirt (approximately £10.80), hooded top£14.79 (optional), a DBS check (approximately £44) and a ReferenceBook (approximately £20).

Health & Social CareDiploma

Level 3

One Year

What will I study?Are you extremely motivated? Do youseek a challenge? Do you wish to workin the public sector helping others toenjoy a better quality of life? If the answer to these questions is yes thenthis is the course for you! This is a 1 yearprogramme, offering progression to further study on Level 3 or entry to employment.

Areas covered on the course includehealth & safety, equality & diversity, psychological perspectives, lifespan development and personal and professional development. You will alsobe required to complete a series of workplacements.

What can I do after this course?On completion of the course learners willgain a recognised Level 3 qualification inHealth and Social care. This will allowyou to find employment within the healthand social care sector, or progress ontofurther study in this area.

Are there any additional costs?You will be required to purchase a poloshirt (approximately £10.80), hooded top£14.79 (optional), a DBS check (£44), aUSB 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 onyour course.

Study A Level English, Psychology or Sociology alongside this course.

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Health & Social CareBTEC Extended Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?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 contributingto making life happier and enjoyable forothers? If so, then this course is for you.You will gain the practical skills andknowledge from tutors who are expertswithin the health and social care sector.You will also complete a work placementto gain the practical skills you need tosucceed in the industry.

The topics studied include: Children andyoung people, Sociological perspectives, Anatomy & Physiology,Psychological Perspectives, Equality &Diversity, Communication and Personal Professional Development.

What can I do after this course?On completion of the course learners willgain a recognised Level 3 qualification inHealth and Social care. This will allowyou to find employment within the healthand social care sector, or progress ontofurther study in this area.

Are there any additional costs?There will be additional costs when youenrol on the course, these include ahandbook (£24), A college planner (£5), aUSB stick (£9) Polo Shirt (approximately£10.80), hooded top £14.79 (optional)and your DBS check (approximately£44).

Hospitality & Catering Are you passionate about first class hospitality and delicious food? Are you enthusiastic, motivated and have loads of energy anddrive? The catering industry is one of the largest employers in the UK and includes a wide range of catering operations and jobopportunities, both in the kitchen and in the restaurant and bar. Our excellent food and hospitality facilities include high-techkitchens and a fine dining restaurant.

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 careerin this exciting and diverse industry or alternatively to support you to progress on to university. You will have the opportunity to work at other venues including a three day catering experience at Chester races. Former studentshave enjoyed work experience at Gleneagles Hotel, Cranage Hall, Brunning & Price Inns, and some have subsequently been employed by Michelin starred restaurants. Previous students have been on residentials to London and Paris. Local trips includevisits to The Hilton, The Aumbrey Restaurant, The Abode, Manchester United and Manchester City Football Stadiums.



Junior Commis Chef £10,000 - £13,000

Commis Chef £13,000 - £15,000

Chef de Partie £15,000 - £18,000

Sous Chef £18,000 - £26,000

Head Chef £26,000 - £36,000

Waiter £12,000 - £16,000

Head Waiter £16,000 - £25,000

Restaurant Manager £22,000 - £40,000

Sommelier £19,000 - £45,000

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Name: Jake Ashton

Studied: Hotel and Restaurant SupervisionExtended Diploma Level 3Professional Cookery Diploma Level 2 Certificate in Food Preparation and Cooking Level 1

Previous School: Sir Thomas Boteler High School

The truth is… “Studying on the course has been a great experience and givenme confidence to organise events and lead the front of housestaff in Buckley’s, the College restaurant.”

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Professional Cookery Introduction VRQDiploma

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?If you are interested in working in thehospitality industry, and would particularly like to work in food preparation, this course is for you. It willgive you the confidence to work in busyenvironments and you will learn the principles of food preparation, includingthe basic principles of cooking meat,fish, and vegetables. Teamworking is animportant element of the course andyou’ll have the opportunity to put yourskills to the test in our real commercialkitchen and restaurant environment.

What can I do after this course?Ideally, you would progress onto a Level2 Diploma in Professional Cookery qualification.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase Chef andRestaurant uniforms, knives and relatedequipment at an approximate cost of£200. You will also be asked to contribute to the cost of trips and residentials.

Professional CookeryVRQ Diploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?This course is ideal if you’re seriousabout pursuing a career in the Hospitality & Catering Industry and wishto become a competent chef in a professional kitchen or part of the frontof house team. You’ll learn how to createimpressive gourmet dishes using meat,fish, vegetables and pastry.

Our experienced Chefs will help you toexpand your skills to the level that the industry demands. As part of your vocational training you’ll work in the College’s kitchens where the dishes youcreate will be served to paying customers. You will also gain experienceby providing the catering at high-profilecorporate events.

The course will give you the skills toenter the Hospitality industry at a Chef

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level or progress on to our Level 3Diploma course.

What can I do after this course?Successful students can progress ontoour extensive range of Level 3 qualifications specialising in AdvancedCookery, Patisserie and ProfessionalFood & Beverage Service Supervision.


Professional CookeryVRQ Advanced Diploma

Level 3

One Year

What will I study?Are you our next Masterchef? Thiscourse will give you the skills and confidence you need to pursue a careeras a Senior Chef or progress on to university. You’ll learn how to create a diverse range of fine dishes to a highstandard and discover the secrets behind creating delicious sauces. At thislevel you will be given the opportunity toenhance your supervisory skills by overseeing the Chef Assistants in theCollege kitchens during food preparation. This, combined with the opportunity to provide catering at largecorporate events, will help you build yourCV and increase your employability. Thiscourse is designed for those who havealready completed a Hospitality & Catering Level 2 qualification and /orhave experience in the Hospitality and

Catering Industry and wish to becomeoutstanding in a professional kitchen.

What can I do after this course?Completion of this course would see youprogress into the Hospitality & Cateringindustry at a Junior Chef De Partie/Chefde Partie Level, or progress onto a Level4 qualification.


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Professional Food &Beverage Service Diploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?Expand your service skills and build onyour vocational experience with thischallenging, but fascinating, course.You’ll learn about various techniques offood and drink service, including wineservice etiquette at a table and bar service. You will also look at governmentlegislation and the effect this has on thework environment and working practices. You will gain practical experience in the College restaurant andeven get the chance to provide thecatering for College awards ceremoniesand external events. You will gain theskills you need to be a Waiter or Waitress in the industry.

What can I do after this course?Successful students can progress ontoour extensive range of Level 3 qualifications specialising in ProfessionalFood & Beverage Service Supervision.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase Restaurantuniforms, and related equipment at anapproximate cost of £200. You will alsobe asked to contribute to the cost oftrips and residentials.

Professional Food &Beverage Service Supervision DiplomaLevel 3

One Year

What will I study?Take your service skills to the next leveland build on your vocational experiencewith this professional supervisorycourse. You will learn about the professional standards expected at thislevel and supervise the operation of thecommercial restaurant, college awardsceremonies and external events. Youwill gain in-depth understanding of Legislation & Ethics, Licensing Law,Barista Techniques and Wine Appreciation. You will gain the skills youneed to enter the Hospitality industry ata supervisor level.

What can I do after this course?You can progress on to higher educationor enter employment in the hospitality industry such as a hotel, restaurant,

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catering operation or join a companymanagement training scheme.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase Restaurantuniform and related equipment at an approximate cost of £200. You will alsobe asked to contribute to the cost oftrips and residentials.

I dared to... “Step out of my comfort zone and take on new challenges including a paid work placement at arestaurant in Sete in the South of France.”

MediaWould you like to gain the knowledge and skills required to enter a career in the media industry or to progress onto a university degree in media? At Warrington Collegiate, our media courses will provide all the necessary skills to kick start your career and prepare you for employment in the Television and Film industries. Delivered by highly skilled tutors, these exciting courses willallow 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 work placement whilst at collegeand 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 thePort Adventura theme park in Spain. The cost of all trips is determined by the place being visited and the length of stay. In additionvarious 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 inLondon, Denmark and Spain.



Graduate/Junior Motion Graphics Designer £14,500 - £20,500

Games Developer Up to £25,000

Graduate Editorial Executive £22,000

Digital and Social Media Journalist £20,000 - £35,000

Graduate C++ / C# Programmer - £18,000 Gaming Industry - £25,000

Technical Assistant £18,000 - £20,000

Concept Artist £25,000 - £30,000

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Name: William MillingtonStudied: Media Extended Diploma Level 3Previous School: Great Sankey High School

The truth is…“The tutors at the College provide us withsupport and the freedom to creatively produce and edit work. The Creative Media Department also has excellent and up-to-date equipment and facilities.”

Name: Shane ClarkeStudied: Media Extended Diploma Level 3Previous School: Penketh High School

I dare to…“Start a new adventure in London, studying PR at university inRichmond. I’m now really confident and I think I can speak well,so I’ve taken advice from my tutors and will follow a career inPR. Studying in London is fantastic and it will provide me withmany career opportunities.”

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Creative Media Foundation Learning

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?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 formsof media to create various systems. Onthe course you will use digital applications to create dynamic,transportable assignments, developingskills in modern computing.

The topics studied include: desktoppublishing, developing and editing video,creating and editing video, creating digital images, animation, digital photography and web design.

What can I do after this course?Following the successful completion ofthe qualification you can progress ontothe Level 2 Diploma available at

Warrington Collegiate or seek employ-ment within the computing industry.

Are there any additional costs?Students are encouraged to buy theSerif software used in class at a cost ofapproximately £45 and to purchase ahard drive to enable you to work on yourassignments from home.

Creative Media Production BTECDiploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?The Creative Media Production Diplomaprovides the basic knowledge and skillsyou will need if you are interested in pursuing a career in traditional media, interactive media or gaming. You will develop an understanding of the mediaindustries, an understanding of mediaaudiences as well as gaining skills in allaspects of media production.

The topics studied include: ICT skills,structure of the media industry, roleswithin the media industry, research productions, analyse media audiences,analyse media texts, production of amedia product, digital graphics and concept art for games.

Study A Level

business studies,

Computer Science,

English, Maths,

Photography or

Graphic Design

alongside this

Level 3 course.

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What can I do after this course?You can progress on to the ExtendedDiploma in Creative Media Productionwith 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.

Are there any additional costs?You will be encouraged to purchase harddrives on which to save your work inorder to enable you to work independentlyoutside College.

Creative Media Production BTEC Extended Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?The Creative Media Production Extended Diploma Level 3 is a practicalfocused course which gives you theknowledge, understanding and skills thatyou need to prepare you for employmentwithin the Audio Visual industries. Thecourse is designed to allow you to adaptskills in creative, technical, editorial andmanagerial roles and equip you forhigher education and employment.Over the 2 years of the course you willdevelop a range of skills and personalqualities which are essential for employment in the media industries. Theskills that you develop will be through avariety of classroom based learning,team work, independent study, workingto set professional briefs, field trips etc,

which are all carefully designed to allowlearners to develop personally and professionally in preparation for bothhigher education and employment.

What can I do after this course?BTEC Level 3 Diplomas are valued byemployers and higher education institutions. If you want to go straightinto 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, teachingand many more. Alternatively you couldprogress onto a Higher Education qualification at College or University.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase CD/DVDs topresent final work on, as well as materials such as glossy paper for printing advertisements.

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Interactive MediaBTEC Extended Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?The Creative Media Production (Interactive Media) Extended DiplomaLevel 3 is an exciting and interestingcourse, ideal if you aspire to work in theinteractive media industry in the future.Interactive Media is a very fast-movingindustry in which to work and you willtherefore need to be up to date with thelatest technology and techniques to giveyou the edge in this competitive environment. The topics studied include: Understanding the media, ResearchTechniques, Media skills Workshop, Professional Practice in the Media Industry and Digital Media Creation (WebDesign, Animation, 2D Game creation,Digital Graphics, Planning, Video Production). You will also complete aportfolio comprising various games

items that you have created which canthen be used to showcase your talentsat interview.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thisqualification you can progress onto aDegree, Foundation Degree or a BTECHigher National Certificate or Diploma inMedia. There are also job opportunitiesin Web Design, Content Manager, Animation and 3D Design to name but afew.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase materials forthe presentation of final assignmentssuch as CDs/DVDs, as well as art materials for use within the concept artunit and portfolio equipment for presentation of the final major project,which can then be used for evidence forjob or university interviews. It is recommended that students purchasean external hard drive for sharing files.

Study A Level business studies,Computer Science, English, Maths, Photography or Graphic Design alongside thisLevel 3 course.

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Motor VehicleAre you a practical, hands-on sort of person who gets a buzz out of solving problems and fixing things? Do you enjoy finding howthings work? If so, a career in Motor Vehicle Repair and Maintenance may be just right for you. You will enjoy the benefits of workexperience 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 abetter 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 tothe automotive industry.



Trainee Technician £7,500 +

MOT Tester £19,000 +

Senior Technician £24,000 +

Land Rover ATA Master Technician Up to £40,000

Fast Fit Technician Up to £20,000

Name: Danny Barker

Studied: Motor Vehicle Apprenticeship Level 2


The truth is…“Studying at Warrington Collegiate has

taught me new skills and prepared me foremployment. I have enjoyed learning new

things like stripping down engines and alsomeeting new people.”

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Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair(VRQ) Diploma Level 1

One Year

What will I study?This course is aimed at candidates whowould like to work in the automotivesector and provides a basic knowledgeand understanding of principles involvedin motor vehicle maintenance and repair.Successful completion of this qualification will enable you to progresson to the Motor Vehicle Diploma in LightVehicle Principles, Level 2 or onto an Apprenticeship programme. The topics studied include: Health and Safety (L101), Tools, Equipment and Materials for VehicleMaintenance (L102), Spark Ignition andCompression Ignition (L119 & L120), Engine Liquid Cooling & Lubrication(L105), Steering & Suspension (L106),Vehicle Braking System (L107), Routine

Vehicle Maintenance (L108), VehicleWheels and Tyres (L109), Vehicle Exhaust (L110), Vehicle Driveline (L111),Vehicle Electrical Foundation Skills(L113), Vehicle Lighting System Maintenance (L114), Vehicle Construction (EL13).

This introductory course is a great wayto find your feet especially if you havenever worked on a car before.

What can I do after this course?You can progress onto a Level 2 Diplomain Light Vehicle Maintenance & RepairPrinciples or Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Fitting Principles or an apprenticeship via full-time employment

Are there any additional costs?Students are required to purchase steeltoe boots (£15), cargo pants (£13),sweatshirt (£10), and polo shirt (£10).Please ask the Motor Vehicle staff fordetails on interview.

Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair(VRQ)

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?This qualification will provide you with aspecialist work - related qualification inpreparation for employment and/or career development within the Motor Vehicle industry. During the course, youwill gain an understanding of a variety ofrelevant topics, as well as learning aboutimportant aspects relating to health andsafety.

The topics studied include:Knowledge & Skills in Health and Safety(G1), Knowledge & Skills in SupportingJob Roles in the Automotive Industry(G3), Knowledge & Skills in Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices (G4), Knowledge & Skills in Routine Light Vehicle Maintenance(LV01), Knowledge & Skills in Light

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Vehicle Engine (LV02.1 & LV02.2), Knowledge & Skills in Removing and Replacing Light Vehicle Electrical Components (LV03), Knowledge & Skillsin Removing and Replacing Light VehicleChassis Units (LV04), Knowledge & Skillsin Removing and Replacing Light VehicleTransmission Units (LV12).

This course will prepare you for workingin the independent sector or dealershipcompleting technical tasks.

What can I do after this course?You can progress to a Level 3 Motor Vehicle qualification or onto an Apprenticeship via a full time employedposition.


Light Vehicle FittingPrinciples (VRQ)

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?This qualification will provide you with aspecialist work-related qualification inpreparation for employment and/or career development within the Motor Vehicle industry. During the course, youwill gain an understanding of a variety ofrelevant topics, as well as learning aboutimportant aspects relating to health andsafety.

The topics studied include: Knowledge & Skills in Health and Safety(G1), Knowledge & Skills in SupportingJob Roles in the Automotive Industry(G3), Knowledge & Skills in Materials,Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices (G4), Knowledge & Skills in Inspecting, Repair and Replacement ofHigh Performance Tyres (VF02), Knowledge & Skills in Inspection and

Replacement of Light Vehicle Exhausts(VF09), Knowledge & Skills in Inspection,Testing and Replacement of Vehicle Batteries (VF10), Knowledge & Skills inInspection and Replacement of Light Vehicle Suspension Dampers & Springs(VF11), Knowledge & Skills inInspection, Adjustment and Replacement of Light Vehicle BrakingSystem (VF12).

This qualification will prepare you forworking in a fast fit environment.

What can I do after this course?You can progress to a Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (VRQ)qualification (after sitting an additionalexam) or onto an Apprenticeship via afull time employed position.

Are there any additional costs?Students are required to purchase steeltoe boots ((£15), cargo pants (£13),sweatshirt (£10), and polo shirt (£10).Please ask the Motor Vehicle staff fordetails on interview.

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Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair(VRQ)

Level 3

One Year

What will I study?This course will provide you with in-depth knowledge of both theory andpractice, giving you the skills you willneed to obtain employment within theMotor Vehicle industry.

The topics studied include: Knowledge & Skills in Diagnosing andRectifying Light Vehicle Auxiliary Electrical Faults (AE06), Knowledge &Skills in Diagnosing and Rectifying LightVehicle Engine Faults (LV07), Knowledge& Skills in Diagnosing and RectifyingLight Vehicle Chassis Faults (LV08),Knowledge & Skills in Diagnosing andRectifying Light Vehicle TransmissionFaults (LV13).

What can I do after this course?On achievement of this qualification youcan go onto study a Higher Educationqualification at University. Alternativelyyou can seek employment as a technician in the motor trade or relatedindustry and undertake an advanced apprenticeship.


Painting & Decorating Our painting and decorating qualifications will provide you with a wide range of practical skills to prepare you for a career in thepainting and decorating industry. If you are a practical, hands-on sort of person and are interested in the painting and decoratingroute, then these courses could be just what you are looking for. The courses are taught in the Colin Daniels Construction Centrewhich 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 skillsfrom Level 1 to Level 3.




Painter and Decorator £14,500+

Self Employed Painter and Decorator £15,000 +

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Painting & Decorating Diploma

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?If you are interested in learning basicskills in Painting and Decorating and obtaining a Level 1 Diploma, which isawarded by "CITB Construction Skills”,the Painting and Decorating DiplomaLevel 1 is suitable for you. The courseattracts people from various backgrounds, just like you. We welcomeboth male and female students for whomthis course will be a good introductioninto Painting and Decorating. It's an excellent starting point, introducing youto the basic skills required by a Painterand Decorator before you progress to ahigher level. Tutors are highly qualifiedand experienced in Painting and Decorating and Construction techniques, and look forward to welcoming you onto the course.

For you to obtain the Diploma, the satisfactory completion of a series ofpractical activities is required. The unitsavailable are: Health, Safety and Welfarein Construction and Associated Industries, Knowledge of Technical Information, Quantities and Communication with Others, Knowledgeof Construction Technology, Erect andDismantle Access Equipment and Working Platforms, Prepare CommonSurface types for Decoration, ApplyBasic Paint Systems by Brush andRoller, Apply Foundation and Plain Papers, Produce standard DecorativeFinishes

What can I do after this course? On successful completion of the Level 1Diploma, you may progress to a Level 2Diploma or, subject to gaining appropriate employment, onto an NVQLevel 2 Apprenticeship.

Are there any additional costs?All tools will be provided at Level 1, butas you progress you will be encouragedto buy some basic tools to use on the

course. You will also need Safety Bootsand a bib and brace painters overall.You will also need to purchase a file,lined paper, pen, pencil, eraser and calculator.

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Painting & DecoratingDiploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?This course provides an ideal progression route from the Level 1 Painting & Decorating for you. Classestake place within the dedicated and exceptionally well equipped workshopsfor Construction Crafts. The coursecombines both theoretical and practicalaspects and provides students with anintermediate level qualification for thoselooking to increase their skills andknowledge of Painting & Decorating andseek employment in this area. TheDiploma is awarded by "CITB Construction Skills”. You will be expected to show competence, whichinvolves the application of knowledgeand skills in a significant range of variedwork activities, performed in a variety ofcontexts.

This course includes the following Level2 topics: Health, Safety and Welfare inConstruction and Associated Industries,Knowledge of Technical Information,Quantities and Communication with Others 2, Knowledge of ConstructionTechnology 2, Prepare Surfaces for Decoration, Apply Paint Systems byBrush and Roller, Apply Standard Papersto Ceilings and Walls, Produce SpecialistDecorative Finishes, Apply Water-bornePaint Systems Using High Volume LowPressure (HVLP) Spray Equipment, Erectand Dismantle Access Equipment andWorking Platforms.


Are there any additional costs?Tools will be provided, however, you willbe encouraged to buy some tools to useon the course. You will also need SafetyBoots and a bib and brace painters overall.

You will also need to purchase a file,lined paper, pen, pencil, eraser, protractor, pair of compass, set squaresand calculator.

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Painting & DecoratingDiploma

Level 3

One Year

What will I study?The Diploma in Painting and Decoratingis designed to prepare you to enter thepainting and decorating industry. It hasbeen specifically developed for deliveryin a training environment using simulatedconditions and the assessments allowyou to show what you can do as an individual through the completion of various activities.

This one year level 3 Diploma in Paintingand Decorating is only available to students who have successfully completed the associated Level 2Diploma. The Diploma is awarded by"CITB Construction Skills”. You will beexpected to show competence, whichinvolves the application of knowledgeand skills in a significant range of variedwork activities, performed in a variety ofcontexts.

This course includes a combination ofthe following topics, some of which havebeen achieved at the previous levels andare *not required to complete again atthis level, some are:

*Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and Associated Industries,*Understanding Information, Quantitiesand Communication with Others, *Understanding Construction Technology, *Erect and Dismantle Access Equipment and Working Platforms, Prepare Surfaces for Protection and Decoration, Apply Coatings by Brush and Roller, Apply WallCoverings to Ceilings and Walls, Produce Advanced Decorative Finishes,Carry Out Specialist Architectural Feature Work, Apply Water-borne PaintSystems Using Airless Equipment, Prepare Surfaces for Protection andDecoration, Apply Coatings by Brushand Roller.

What can I do after this course?Further college based programmes areavailable. A Construction related BTECLevel 3 Diploma – leading to BTECHigher National Certificate. These furtherprogrammes focus strongly on Construction and are quite broad based,which may lead appropriate people invarious careers within the Industry. SiteManagement, Surveying, Self-Employed,Lecturing - thus leading to you increasingyour potential earnings.

Are there any additional costs?Tools will be provided, however, you willbe encouraged to buy some tools to useon the course. You will also need SafetyBoots and a bib and brace painters overall.

You will need to purchase a file, linedpaper, pen, pencil, eraser, protractor, pairof compass, set squares and a calculator.

Performing Arts 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, venuesand 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 readyfor 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. You will go on visits to watch productions throughout the year aswell as on various trips to provide stimuli in projects. All learners within the Performing Arts department will be invited to attend atleast 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. Learnerswill gain knowledge and skills from working with current practitioners. Workshops from practitioners and performers within the industry will be provided to enrich the learning experience.



Dancer Your income as a dancer would depend on the amount of work you had. You would often befreelance and be paid a fee for each contract or performance. The Independent Theatre Council (ITC) recommends that performers are paid at least £400 a week.

Make-up Artist Make-up artists usually work on a freelance basis and are paid a fee for each contract. Rates can vary and will usually depend on the type of production you are working on. For example, a make-up artist working a 10-hour day on a TV drama could expect to earn around £210.

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Name: Jessica White

Studying: Performing Arts Dance Extended Diploma Level 3

Previous School: The Heath High School

Name: Ryan Atherton

Studied: Performing Arts Dance Extended Diploma Level 3Performing Arts Diploma Level 2


The truth is… “Coming to Warrington Collegiate was a massiveturning point for me, I didn’tget the best grades at highschool but the College experience has changed meand my predicted grades areD* D* D.”

I dare to… “Challenge myself and developmy skills further during thesecond year of the course.”

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I dare to… “Take centre stage and becomea successful actor. I have accepted a place studyingFoundation Acting at the East15 Acting School at the University of Essex.”

Name: Ronan Cullen Studied: Performing Arts

(Acting) Extended Diploma Level 3


Name: Hamish Essa Studied: Performing Arts


Previous School: Beamont Collegiate Academy

Name: Michael Pope Studied: Performing Arts



The truth is… “I love performing in front of an audience. I have appeared in a wide range of productions fromchildren’s theatre and Trash Talk to Hi-de-Hi and Tomorrow I’ll be Happy.” 115

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Performing Arts (Dance)BTEC First Diploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?This one year course is designed to develop skills within the genre of Dance.You will undertake technical training inContemporary dance, Ballet, Jazz andUrban which will develop skills of stamina,strength and flexibility. Thecourse focuses mainly on Contemporarystyles and Choreography under a multi-disciplinary setting where you willdevelop other performance related skills.This course will not only help you develop as a dancer but as an artist, aslearners are challenged to create innovative and raw choreography. If youare interested in working within thedance industry this course is a greatstepping stone to help you achieve this,with over ninety percent of learnersprogressing to the Level 3 provision. Thecourse has received many awards for

student work, including UK Skills winners for student choreography in asolo and a group. You will take part inmany performances throughout the yearincluding: Pantomime, Multi-Media, external events and working as a touringdance company performing work in localhigh schools in and around the NorthWest.

What can I do after this course?You can progress onto the Level 3 Performing Arts qualification or find employment within the industry.

Are there any additional costs?You will be required to purchase a uniform. This includes practical clothingconsisting of an Arts Centre T-shirt andhoodie.

Performing Arts (Acting)BTEC First Diploma

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?Performing Arts (Acting) offers a step-bystep 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 and external. Performing Arts (Acting) at The Arts Centre provides a thorough preparationfor progression to the Level 3 Acting programme. This can lead into a careerinacting and aims to develop each individual student’s talent. The curriculum covers acting, physicaltheatre, devising and development studies. Students explore their own creativity through work focussed on co-operation, responsiveness to othersand the ensemble, fostered by group-shared experiences.

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Acting on this course begins with actingskills and techniques looking at the foundations of performance, with the development of imagination and creativity. Students are required to research, create and reflect. Acting workranges from individual character studythrough to larger community based projects. The year will culminate in atleast one large scale production.

What can I do after this course?Learners who achieve the Level 2 qualification will have the opportunity toaudition for the Level 3 Acting course.

Are there any additional costs?You will be required to purchase a uniform consisting of jogging bottoms,dance trousers, T-shirts/Vests, hoodiesand shorts (all in black).

Performing Arts (Acting) BTEC Extended Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?Acting offers a step-by-step process thatbegins in the first year by introducingstudents to the basic methods and theories of acting techniques in smallgroups, and then culminates into finalfull-scale productions to public audiences internal and external.

First yearActing on this course begins with theprinciples of acting looking at the foundations of performance, with the development of imagination and creativity. Students are required to research, analyse and create. First yearwork ranges from individual characterstudy through to larger communitybased projects. The first year culminatesin a large scale Living exhibition project,in which students study, understandcontemporary approaches to performance work.

Second yearStudents are asked to adapt to the differing demands of the projects andencourage them to take their own responsibility for their own creative work.Students experience a wide variety ofchallenging roles from naturalism toAmerican realism exploring the textualcomplexities of contemporary work. Allproductions demand research, advancedskills and commitment. Past and currentstudents have worked with the NationalTheatre, Culture Warrington and ChesterPerforms to name a few.

Previous productions: The Arts Centreprides itself in the variety of work it hasproduced, from Anthony Burgess’ Clockwork Orange to Denis Kelly’s DNA.

What can I do after this course?Graduates of Warrington Collegiateprogress to many prestigious actingschools and universities for example;East 15, Italia Conti, Bird, Alra, LIPA, Ardens School of Acting, Falmouth,Edge Hill, UCLAN,Blackpool and Fyldeand Liverpool John Moores.

Are there any additional costs?You will be required to purchase an ArtsCentre T-shirt and hoodie.

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Performing Arts (Dance) BTEC Extended Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I Study?The Arts Centre for Dance Training is aninnovative course offering young peoplewith talent and potential with theopportunity to access quality dancetraining. The programme offers studentsspecialised classes providing intensiveand rigorous training taught by an experienced team of professional Performing Arts teachers and artists. Thecourse offers the opportunity for students to gain the skills and experience to progress to specialisedtraining schools and Higher Education (University).

First yearA busy and exciting year in which students work to gain the techniquesand performance skills to prepare themfor the following year. Students will learn

the basic principles of Jazz, Urban, Contemporary, Choreography and dancehistory, which will culminate in a largescale performance.

Students are required to research, createand reflect on their own practices enabling them to progress.

Second yearAfter careful monitoring of strengthsdemonstrated during year 1, studentswill be placed in the track appropriate totheir career potential. They are asked toadapt to the differing demands of projectand performance work and are encouraged to take responsibility fortheir creative development. Learners willexplore a wide variety of challengingtechniques increasing in complexity fromthe first year. Past and current learnershave worked with Ludus Dance Company, Laban and have performedwithin the Turn platform.

What can I do after this course?Graduates of Warrington Collegiate haveattended Bird, LIPA, Arden School, Falmouth, Edge Hill, UCLAN, MMU, Liverpool, John Moores and De Monfort.

Are there any additional costs?You will be required to purchase advance kit including an Arts Centre T-shirt and hoodie.

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TV, Fashion & SpecialEffects Make-Up ArtistrySubsidiary Diploma

Level 3

One Year

What will I study?Have you ever wondered when watchingCasualty or CSI, ‘how do they do that?’If you are interested in working behindthe scenes as a make-up artist in television, theatre or the fashion industrythen this is the course for you. Learn allthe skills you will need that can take youinto the world ofspecial effects make-upincluding Casualty, horror and gore, theatrical make-up and also the world offashion. You will also learn hair stylingtechniques, including period, fashion,fantasy and bridal. Throughout thecourse you will attend all of the Miss UKand Miss Great Britain competitionsproviding all of the hair and make-up forthe contestants. Other work experienceopportunities take place within our in

house theatre productions and otherevents throughout the year.

What can I do after this course?This course will qualify you to work as amake-up artist in the demanding TV, theatre or fashion world. The next stepafter this course would be to progressonto University or an accredited make-up academy to further specialisein your chosen field. Recent studentshave progressed into industry, workingwith the BBC and Granada, whilst othersstudents have progressed on to a degree programme at the London College of Fashion, Bournemouth ArtsUniversity, Manchester University andBolton University.

Are there any additional costs?You will be required to purchase a professional make-up kit that combinesboth a special effects kit and a fashionand theatrical make-up kit. A make-upartists T-shirt will also be needed andyou will be provided with the relevantorder information upon enrolment.

Plumbing, Heating & Gas EngineeringWould you like a career that will enable you to gain valuable skills and training in an industry which continues to grow, despite thecurrent economic downturn? Then this industry may be ideal for you. Our courses have been designed to give you the skills andconfidence 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 haveworked in the industry. In the past, students have entered, and won numerous competitions including the Heating Installers andPlumbers (HIP) competition. In 2011, for example one of our plumbing apprentices, Kristian Poyner, won the national finals of theHIP competition and in 2013 apprentice plumber, Mike Yuile won gold at the UK Skills regional heats.


Learners are encouraged to take part in outward bound activities. Regular industry visits will take place throughout the course.



Plumber £28,000 - £35,000

Gas installer £28,000 - £35,000

Renewable energy installer £3,000 - £40,000

Home inspector £3,000 - £40,000

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Certificate in RenewableEnergy Awareness Level 1

One Year

What Will I study?This qualification is for students agedpre-16 and above and is suitable for usewithin a study programme. The objectives of this qualification are to helpstudents to understand sources of energy (both renewable and non-renewable) and to explore job roles inthe renewable energy industry. The optional units also allow learners to evelop further knowledge of a renewableenergy

This qualification is to:• Provide an introduction to energy

including energy sources and how energy is generated

• Outline the differences between renewable and non-renewable energy

• Know about historical, current and

future generation of energy • Provide an introduction into working

in the renewable energy industry andthe skills required for different roles.

The objectives of this qualification are tohelp learners to understand sources ofenergy (both renewable and non-renewable) and to explore job roles inthe renewable energy industry. The optional units also allow learners to develop further knowledge of a renewable energy of their choice.

What can I do after this course?On successful completion of this course,you will be able to progress onto a Level2 plumbing related course, or a Level 2plumbing heating course.

Are there any additional costs?You may be required to purchase textbooks and kit including boots.

Diploma in Gas Utilisation Core Skillsand KnowledgeLevel 2

One Year

What will I study?There are no formal entry requirementsfor this qualification, although studentsmust have the minimum levels of literacyand numeracy. This is to comply withthe health and safety aspects of thescheme, the completion of the learningoutcomes and any assessment requirements. This course is ideal forstudents who may have a limited priorknowledge and understanding of the gassector but have the ability to achieve afundamental level gas utilisation qualification. If you are thinking aboutgas utilisation as a career, but would likesome experience of the job role first, thiscourse is ideal for you.

This qualification focuses on practicalskills and knowledge. This ensures that

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Plumbing Diploma inPlumbing Studies

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?This qualification is for those wanting toenter the Plumbing industry. It gives youthe opportunity to pick up some coreskills and knowledge and gives you theopportunity to progress onto either ourLevel 2 & 3 Plumbing qualifications.These qualifications are aimed atlearners who want to learn the basicskills and knowledge of Plumbing.If you are enrolled on the Plumbing qualification you will study installation,repair and maintenance of plumbing systems, above ground drainage,pipework (copper, plastic, low carbonsteel) and plumbing science. There arealso four subjects which are covered inboth plumbing and electrical installationqualifications - Structure of the construction industry, environmental and

sustainability measures in domesticdwellings and site preparation in theconstruction industry.

What can I do after this course?You can progress to the Level 2 Diplomain plumbing studies, in which most ofthe contents would have been coveredin your first year. This then leads to aLevel 3 qualification if you want to continue your studies. There also maybe the opportunity of gaining employment, where you will achieveyour Level 2 & 3 NVQ.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase boots forpractical work.

when the student completes the qualification, they will have gained practical experience and some expectation of some of the situationsthat they could face in a job role withinthe gas sector. The qualification doesnot require occupational evidence.

Please be aware that this is NOT a competency based qualification, and assuch you would need additional competence training if you were successful in securing employment in industry.

What can I do after this course?On successful completion of this course,you will be able to progress onto a Level3 Gas Utilisation course or go into employment.

Are there any additional costs?You may be required to purchase textbooks and kit including boots.

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Plumbing Diploma inPlumbing

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?The qualification covers many areaswithin plumbing and domestic heating,such as hot and cold water supplies,sanitation and understanding health andsafety within Building Services Engineering. Candidates will be assessed by on-demand multiple choicetests and practical assignments.

This course will enable you to gain arange of practical skills working in stateof the art plumbing workshops andlearning from industry experiencedtutors.

What can I do after this course?This qualification can lead directly intoemployment, offering learners thechance to develop their skills and knowledge to a high Standard

recognised by the industry. Learnersmay also progress from the Level 2 qualifications straight through to Level 3.In addition, there are also a number ofHigher Level qualifications offeredthrough the Institute of Leadership andManagement.


Plumbing Diploma inplumbing studies

Level 3

One year

What will I study?A qualification in Plumbing will help youlearn the trade and progress onto anNVQ. These qualifications are intendedfor those wanting to gain the skills andknowledge necessary to enter theplumbing industry. At Level 2 this consists of a basic understanding, whilstthe Level 3 Diploma equips learners withadvanced plumbing knowledge andskills. The plumbing industry continuesto grow despite the current economicdownturn and there is a national shortage of skilled workers. Our courseshave been designed to give you theskills and confidence to progress intoemployment or to work for yourself, winning work and contracts.

The topics studied include: complexcold water systems including the water

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regulations, energy efficiency and hotwater systems including unvented, environmental awareness, central heating systems including under floorheating and complex sanitation system.Gas and solar thermal qualifications areavailable for those students who are currently working in the plumbing industry.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thisqualification you will be able to progressinto employment within the plumbing industry or perhaps even start your ownbusiness!


Public ServicesOur servicemen and women play a vital role in how we live our lives today and in the future. The uniformed services help to shape 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 masterclasses and activities which will enrich your studies. You will have the opportunity to take part in field trips and expeditions both inthe 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 educationqualification at Warrington Collegiate or University.



Army Soldier £14,300 – £26,700 (Corporal)

Royal Navy Rating £13,895 – £29,000

RM Commando £14,350 – £33,661 (Corporal)

RAF Airman / woman £13,400 – £28,400

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Prison Officer £16,000 – £31,000

Security Officer £12,000 – £ 20,000

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Public Services / SportDiploma in VocationalStudiesLevel 1

One Year

What will I study?If you are undecided of where your future lies and you are considering a career either in Sport or Public Services,then this course could be the first step inyour journey. This course covers a number of units across Sport and PublicServices. Our team of dedicated staffwill help and provide guidance that willhelp you to make the decision onwhether to follow a career in Sport orPublic Services. Some of the units covered include; introduction to healthyeating, self assessment and career progression, planning fitness, working insport, personal skills for public services,expedition skills and team working.

What can I do after the course?On successful completion of this courseyou can progress into a range of jobs ineither the sport or public service sectorsor progress onto a Sport or Public Services Level 2 course.

Are there any additional costs?You will be required to contribute to thecost of any planned trips and you willalso be required to wear a uniform. Thecost of the uniform/kit varies dependingon your chosen pathway, the PublicServices uniform will cost approximately£85.

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Public Services Extended Certificate

Level 2

One Year

What will I study?The Public Services Extended CertificateLevel 2 is an exciting and successfulcourse which aims to equip learners withthe knowledge, understanding and skillsrequired for success in moving toward acareer in the uniformed services. Someof our students have progressed into thePolice Force, Fire and Rescue Service,Prison Service or Armed Forces. Thecourse allows learners to investigate theuniformed services - what they are, whatdo they do and an opportunity to workalongside peers who also wish toprogress into the armed forces or emergency services. The course also includes a volunteering element. It is avery challenging but exciting course tojoin.

You will study several different units including: Public Service Skills, Healthand Fitness, Crime and its effects on society, Expedition and Security.

The course involves a balance of practical work and theory, with goodlinks to external agencies e.g. the ArmedForces, Fire Service and Police Force.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thiscourse, you could progress onto an Advanced level qualification includingthe National or Extended NationalDiploma in Public Services.

Are there any additional costs?We keep additional costs to a minimum.However some of the visits require acontribution to the overall cost. You willalso be required to wear a uniform,which is approximately £85.

Public Services Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?This course will take you on a personaljourney, and you are sure to have funalong the way. Residential outdoor visitsare an integral part of this programme tocompliment the topics being studied andto enable the pursuit of physical outdoorskills. As one student said, “I now feelthat I can achieve anything. I am moreconfident, assertive with excellent fitnesslevels.” Our aim is for you to emergefrom the course as a highly competent,professional individual. We expect highstandards from each and every studentand will support you to develop the skillsand knowledge you need for the nextstep of your journey, both professionallyand academically.

The course is made up of 6 units, studied over a one year period. The unitscombine a range of practical and

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theoretical subjects. Residential outdoorvisits are an integral part of this programme to compliment the topicsbeing studied and to enable the pursuitof physical outdoor skills.

The units studied include 3 core units:Government Policies and Public Services, Leadership and Teamwork andCitizenship and Diversity.

Year 1 optional units: Discipline, PhysicalPreparation, Health and Lifestyle andOutdoor and Adventurous Expeditions.On successful completion of the firstyear of the course, you will be considered for progression onto year 2.Successful completion of year 2 meansthat students achieve a full 120 creditlevel 3 Diploma.

Year 2 core units: Fitness Testing andTraining for Uniformed Services, Crimeand its Effects, Practical Team Sports,International Institutions and HumanRights, The Impact of War, Conflict andTerrorism on Public Services and Communication and Technology.

What can I do after this course?You can progress into a career within thePublic Services sector or alternativelyyou can go on to study for a Higher Education qualification at College or University.

Are there any additional costs?We keep additional costs to a minimum.However some of the visits require acontribution to the overall cost. You willalso be required to wear a uniform,which is approximately £85.

Public Services BTEC National ExtendedDiploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?The Public Services Diploma Level 3aims to help develop the skills andknowledge required to gain employmentin the uniformed public services. If youare interested in a career in the Armedforces, Fire & rescue service, Police,Probation service, HM Customs & excise, Immigration, or any public sectorrelated job or to progress into higher education, then this is the course foryou. This qualification requires motivation and a good academic level ofachievement as it gives learners the opportunity to progress into higher education and throughout the courselearners develop a range of skills, techniques, personal attributes and attitudes essential for successful

Study A Level Psychology, maths,sociology, business

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Practical Team Sports, InstructingPhysical Activity.

What can I do after this course?You can progress onto a range of jobswithin the public services sector. Oryou can progress onto Higher Education courses such as Degrees orFoundation Degrees.

Are there any additional costs?We keep additional costs to a minimum. However some of the visitsrequire a contribution to the overallcost. You will also be required to weara uniform, which is approximately £85.

performance in public services' careers.The course is made up of 9 units studiedin year one, and a further 9 in year two ifyou progress. The units are a range ofpractical and theoretical subjects.The 3 core units studied at year one:Government Policies and Public Services, Leadership and Teamwork andCitizenship and Diversity.

A further 6 specialist units in year one include: Understanding Discipline, Physical Preparation, Fitness Testing andTraining, Outdoor and Adventurous Expeditions, Crime and its Effects andVolunteering.

On successful completion of year one,you will be considered for progressiononto year two. Students successfullycompleting year two will achieve a full180 credit extended diploma.

Year two units: International Institutions& Human Rights, Impact of War, Conflictand Terrorism, Skills for Land Based Activities, Communication and Technology, Custodial Care, Current andMedia Affairs, Security Procedures,

ScienceIs science going to be your springboard to university or employment in the demanding and fascinating scientific industries? Doyou have an enquiring mind, a passion for science and keep a keen eye on developments in the scientific world? If so, this coursecould be ideal for you. Enjoy exploring a wide range of scientific fields in the laboratory or carry out research in the field. The teamhas 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.



Scenes of crime officer £16,000 – £30,000

Laboratory Technician £13,500 – £25,000

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Name: Jamie Hough

Studied: Applied Science Extended Diploma Level 3


I dare to… “Follow my dreams and pursue a career inthe science industry. I will be going toKeele University to study Neuroscienceand Criminology.”

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learning such things as genetics, forensic fire analysis, human physiology,forensic photography, health and safety,laboratory management, criminology,psychology, chemistry and forensicanalysis techniques. You will developpractical and deductive reasoning skillsas you study. On successful completionof year one you will be invited toprogress onto year two.

What can I do after this course?You can progress onto a range of science related careers, including for example Police forensic units or a Science Technician. Alternatively youcould go on to study for a Higher Education qualification at College or University.

Are there any additional costs?Costs are kept to a minimum howeveryou should expect to contribute to tripsand visits and you will be required towear a uniform top, the cost of which is£10 – £15. You will also need to buy atext book for the course, the cost ofwhich is approximately £25.

Applied Science (Forensics) BTEC National Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?If you are interested in science andforensics then the BTEC NationalDiploma Level 3 in Applied Science(Forensics) is the right course for you.You need to be good at science andmaths and have a keen interest in theirapplication in law and crime prevention.This is an exciting course and you willstudy 19 different subjects related toforensic science over a two year period.There are six core units: Fundamentalsof science, working in the science industry, scientific investigation, scientific practical techniques, perceptions of science and mathematical tools in science and afurther 13 specialist units.As part of this course, you will be

Study A Level Psychology, Sociology or Maths alongside this course.

Sport, Leisure & RecreationThe 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 ofopportunities in Further/ Higher education, training and employment.

At Warrington Collegiate our aim is to provide a range of sports courses that can start you on the path to a successful career insport. The department has excellent links with Warrington Wolves, Warrington Town Football Club and Manchester United SoccerSchools. Orford Jubilee Park is situated just next door to our existing Winwick Road campus, and provides an exciting range ofstate-of-the-art sporting facilities, all of which are available for use by our students. Facilities include a swimming pool, fitnesssuite, squash courts, sports hall, cycling paths, plus much more and will be utilised extensively by students studying on a varietyof courses, including sports qualifications. As a sports student you will study in our state-of-the-art Learning Zone and Physiologylab 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 arelevant vocational setting. A wide range of trips and residentials are planned throughout the year to enhance your programme ofstudy. 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.



Fitness Instructor £13,000 +

Football Coach £13,000 +

Leisure Centre Manager £17,000 +

Personal Trainer £14,000 +

Sports Development Officer £2 3,000 +

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Name: Jordan Murphy

Studied: Football Excellence with Manchester United Soccer Schools Development through Coaching Level 3Sport Diploma Level 2


the truth is… The best thing about studying on the course has

been the experiences. I’ve completed my FA Level 2Coaching Badge, worked with primary schools to

deliver coaching sessions, and won a Gold Award atthe FE Awards Ceremony. I can’t wait to come back in

September and study on the HND in Sports and Exercise Science course.”

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Sport Foundation Learning

Level 1

One Year

What will I study?If you love sport and want to developyour skills and knowledge in order topursue a career in the sports and leisureindustry, then this course is for you. Youwill be encouraged to participate in awide range of sport and leisure activities.The topics studied include; taking part inexercise and fitness, how the bodyworks, planning your own fitness programme, sport and active leisureproject, leading a sports and activeleisure activity, working in sport and active leisure, job opportunities in sportand active leisure, physical activities forchildren and exploring dance skills.

What can I do after this course?After successfully completing thiscourse, you will have gained the skillsand confidence to progress onto a Level2 qualification in a sport or leisure related subject. Alternatively, you canseek paid or voluntary employment as acoach or a junior position within the industry.

Are there any additional costs?You will be required to purchase a college sports kit for use in lessons inand around the college at an approximate cost of £90. There may befunds available to help with this costupon request on an individual basis. Asport textbook is available, which will aidand supplement your course. This canbe purchased at a cost of approximately£25.

Sport BTEC FirstDiploma Level 2

One Year

What will I study?The sport and leisure sector is an exciting and expanding industry that offers a diverse range of opportunities infurther and higher education, trainingand employment. The course is designed to introduce students to thesports industry and includes the skillsand knowledge that you will need to gainemployment within the industry. Thiscourse is ideal for school leavers with akeen interest in sports studies. It is alsosuited to those who would like toprogress onto a Level 3 Diploma butwho do not yet possess the necessaryqualifications. You will study a combination of mandatory and optionalunit. The mandatory units are; practicalsport and fitness testing. The optionalunits include; injury in sport, sports development, psychology, nutrition,

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business in sport, instructing exercise,coaching and anatomy and physiology.As this course involves working andleading groups of all ages, including children, you will be required to complete a DBS check to ensure suitability for working with children andvulnerable adults.

What can I do after this course?Following successful completion of thisqualification you will be able to progressonto a relevant Level 3 course, includingthe BTEC National Diploma in Sport Performance and Excellence, Coach Development and Fitness. Alternativelyyou can progress into employmentwithin the sports industry such ascoaching or working in a leisure centre.

Are there any additional costs?A BTEC First Diploma Sport textbook isavailable which will supplement yourlearning and can be purchased at a costof approximately £25.

Sport BTEC ExtendedDiploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?If you love sport and want to developyour skills and knowledge in order topursue a career in the sports and leisureindustry, then this course is for you. Weoffer two pathways to achieve the BTECLevel 3 Extended Diploma in Sport; Performance and Excellence and SportDevelopment, Coaching and Fitness.This two year course offers you thechance to choose either pathway afterfirst studying some topics common toboth. The course is equivalent to three A Levels.

What can I do after this course?You can progress onto a university levelcourse including a HNC sports course atWarrington Collegiate or seek employment within the sports industry.

Are there any additional costs?You will be required to purchase a college sports kit for use in lessons inand around college. There may be fundsavailable to help with this cost upon request on an individual basis. A BTECLevel 3 Diploma Sport textbook is available for performance and excellence, which will aid and supplement your course. This can be purchased at a cost of approximately£25.

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Football Excellence withManchester United Soccer Schools Development throughCoaching BTEC Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?The Football Excellence with ManchesterUnited Soccer Schools Developmentthrough Coaching BTEC Level 3, linksSport Coaching, Development and Fitness, in Football, with the knowledgeand expertise of Manchester UnitedSoccer Schools (MUSS).

The aim is to develop the studentthrough studying and using the coachingand training techniques used by MUSSto deliver their programs to a range ofplayers of all ages, nationalities and abilities, from beginner to elite. Studentswill also develop the skills required torepresent the world’s most successful

club endorsed coaching programthrough the planning, delivery and coordination of football coaching events.The course stands as the only BTECsports course in the UK offering thisunique development and work experience pathway. Learners who reachthe required standard will be guaranteedan interview with MUSS as a coach taking part on their coaching programmes. MUSS have coaching anddevelopment placements in over 20countries including the UK with uniquesummer and part time employment op-portunities. For those students who wishto follow a vocational coaching pathwaywe will offer work experience with local coaching companies to enhance yourexperience and knowledge which canlead to full time employment opportunities for those students whoshow the qualities and skills needed toengage and develop young players.The benefits as part of your programmeof study you will be provided with 6hours practical coaching sessions led byFA/UEFA qualified football coaches. This

operates just like a football centre of excellence, it encompasses academiclessons, coaching sessions, rehabilitation clinics and competitive fixtures. The program of study covers arange of learning styles , making theMUSS level 3 course an ideal choice forthose students who would like to be assessed through variety of methodsboth theory and practical.

The course includes the following topics:Analysis of Sports Performance, Development of football / Coachingskills, Assessing Risk in Sport, Exercise,Health and Lifestyle, Fitness Testing forSport and Exercise, Fitness Training andProgramming, Principles of Anatomy andPhysiology in Sport, Nutrition, Psychology for Sports Performance,Sports Injuries, The Physiology of Fitness and The Athlete's Lifestyle.Football Academy; For the outstandingfootball students there is an opportunityto represent the college in the NationalBritish college league for our academyfirst team or second team. Our FootballAcademy offers the opportunity to

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progress and develop your football playing career through links with localsemi -professional football clubs. For theelite students who perform at a highlevel and who wish to continue the academic study there are opportunitiesto achieve scholarships to study andplay in the USA.

What can I do after this course? When you have successfully completedyour BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma(Sport Coaching, Development and Fitness), you can progress to higher education at Foundation degree, HNC,HND or full Honors degree level dependent on your overall achievement.

Are there any additional costs?A BTEC Level 3 Diploma Sport text bookavailable for performance and excellenceas well as sports development, coachingand fitness, can be purchased fromAmazon.co.uk at a price of £24.99. Asthis course involves working and leadinggroups of all ages including children, youwill be required to complete a DBScheck to ensure suitability for working

with minors. You will be required to purchase College sports kit to be wornduring practical lessons and when representing the college through sportsfixtures. There may be funds available tohelp with this cost upon request on anindividual basis.

Leisure ManagementQCF

Level 3

Two Years

Are you working or aspiring to work in asupervisory role within an establishedhigh quality health, leisure & recreationenvironment?

Why not study and gain experience withLiveWire within their leisure centres?

The Level 3 in Leisure Managementcombines an NVQ Diploma and a BTECLevel 3 Certificate in Leisure Management. This gives you the opportunity to demonstrate the skills required for success in such roles andcombined with outstanding industry experience within LiveWire or otherhealth, leisure & recreation organisations.

If you are aged 16 or above and meetthe required minimum education requirements, you could be soon studying a Level 3 in Leisure

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Management covering essential industryareas such as: • Leadership• Customer Service• Health and Safety

LiveWire have partnered with WarringtonCollegiate to provide you with the opportunity to select specialist areas, forexample project management and recruitment, helping you progress towards suitable job roles, for examplefirst line manager within a sport and active leisure organisation such asLiveWire.

Rugby League in partnership with Warrington Wolves Education Academy -BTEC Extended Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?The Rugby League BTEC ExtendedDiploma Level 3 in partnership with Warrington Wolves is aimed at individualswho have an interest in playing, coaching or officiating in Rugby League.The course links the knowledge and expertise of highly qualified rugby leagueprofessional staff from WarringtonWolves, a professional club competing inSuper League with a level 3 academicqualification. The exciting 2 year courselooks at the development of individualsas performers, coaches, analysts,strength & conditioning coaches and development and community officers.

The course benefits from significant andcontinued input from Warrington Wolvesand their support team, ranging fromworking out in the community with thedevelopment team to receiving theoryand practical presentations from the performance department.The academic part of the course involves the completion of nineteenmodules over the two year course. Areasof focus tailored to rugby league arecoaching, playing, officiating, sports science and event organisation. Students are supported by highly qualified rugby league professionals withconstant engagement and support fromWarrington Wolves.

This course includes the following core modules: Assessing Risks in Sport, Principles of Anatomy and Physiology.More rugby league specific modules are:Fitness Testing, Warrington WolvesStrength & Conditioning coach guestspeaker and The Athlete's Lifestyle.

What can I do after this course?When you have successfully completed

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your BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma inRugby League, you can progress tohigher education at Foundation degreeor full Honours degree level dependenton your overall achievement. Manyrugby students will use this qualificationas a stepping stone to university. Otherstudents have gone on to find employment at junior management levelin rugby or general leisure facilities, orwithin the sports retail sector. Some verytalented players may also go on to successfully secure semi-professionaland professional contracts.

Are there any additional costs?You will be required to purchase the college sports kit for use in lessons inand around the college. There may befunds available upon request to helpwith this cost. There are several recommended books for the course, including a BTEC Level 3 Diploma inSport text book available for performance and excellence, as well assports development, coaching and fitness. These books can be purchasedat a cost of £25. As this course involves

working and leading groups of all agesincluding children, you will be required toundergo a DBS check to ensure suitability for working with children andvulnerable adults.

Sports Therapy &Physiotherapy AcademyBTEC Extended Diploma– Sports & Exercise Science

Level 3

Two Year

What will I study?The Sports and Exercise pathway worksclosely with local universities to ensurethat we are delivering key topics that willincrease the student’s potential to gainemployment or progress to higher education.

The course uses the knowledge and expertise of highly qualified sports professionals with a wide variety of specialist areas. Some students will havethe opportunity to study the level 3Sports Massage qualification, level 2 Fitness Instructing qualification or theSports Leaders Award.

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Whilst attending this course the studentsparticipate in a certain number of workexperience hours. They have the opportunity to attend an internationalplacement and to participate in a widevariety of sports and lead exercise basedsessions. This is a great opportunity toexperience different cultures and howthey promote sport within theirculture/society.

The academic part of the course nvolves the completion of nineteen modules over the two year course. Areasof focus tailored to sports and exercisescience these are anatomy and physiology, sports massage, sports injuries, sports science. Students aresupported by highly qualified professionals with constant engagementwith the health and fitness industry.This course includes the following coremodules: Biomechanics, Principles ofAnatomy and Physiology. More sportsspecific modules are: Fitness Testing,Exercise Health and Lifestyle, SportsPsychology and Sports Nutrition.

What can I do after this course?After successfully completing thiscourse, you can progress to higher education at either foundation or undergraduate degree level, either at theCollegiate or other institutions. Thiscourse will give you the opportunity toprogress onto sports therapy or a physiotherapy degree. A high proportionof students who applied to Higher education obtained their first choiceplace. You will be able to apply for directemployment in a sports related role.

Are there any additional costs?You will be required to purchase Collegesports kit for use in lessons in andaround the college this will cost around£85. There may be funds available tohelp with this cost upon request on anindividual basis. A deposit/behaviouralbond is required for the work experiencetrip (normally £100). A BTEC Level 3Diploma Sport text book available forsports and exercise science, performance and excellence as well assports coaching, development and

fitness, which will aid and supplementyour course, can be purchased fromAmazon.co.uk at a Price of £24.99.

TravelIf you are outgoing, with bags of energy and have a keen interest in travel, tourism or aviation, one of our courses will start you onyour way to a great future. Studying at college is fulfilling, fun and rewarding. We go on study trips around the world as well asmany local destinations. We have a fully fitted aircraft cabin with all the emergency equipment and cabin services resources to enhance your learning and develop your practical skills. The college has close links with Thomas Cook, Manchester and LiverpoolAirports and we are the only college to visit Liverpool Air Traffic Control Centre.

As part of the practical training students attend a full emergency cabin crew day at Thomas Cook Training Centre which includesfire fighting, life jacket and ditching drills, first aid and fire/smoke filled mock-up procedures.

We have fantastic links with the industry and currently over 50 former students are working at local airports and companies suchas Monarch airlines, Thomas Cook and Jet2.

Our staff are enthusiastic and experienced teachers who will be able to pass on their experience of the industry, giving you theskills and knowledge to embark on a successful career within the industry.



Air cabin crew £12,000 – £21,000

Airline customer service agent £12,000 – £20,000

Holiday Representative £450-£525 (per month)

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Name: Andrew Everest

Studied: Aviation Operations Certificate Level 3Certificate in Introduction to Cabin Crew Level 2

Previous School: Great Sankey High School

the truth is...“The course has given me the chance towork in the aviation industry. I did workplacement at City Airport and Heliport inManchester and I now work there as anOperations / Admin Officer.”

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Aviation Operations BTEC Extended Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?Would you like to work in an exciting andrapidly expanding industry travelling to awide range of exciting destinations?Then the Aviation Operations DiplomaLevel 3, which is highly regarded by theUK aviation industry, could be ideal foryou, offering you the opportunity to follow a career in the exciting and rapidlyexpanding airline industry.This course includes the following topics: The Aviation Industry, Health,Safety and Security in the Aviation Industry, Meeting Customer Needs in theAviation Industry, Air Travel Information.Specialist units including a selectionfrom the following: Marketing the Aviation Industry, e-Business for Airlines,Handling Air Passengers, Preparation forWorking in the Aviation Industry, Human

Resources in the Aviation Industry, Airport Operations, Team Leadership inthe Aviation Industry, Conflict Management for Aviation.

In the second year you will be invited toenrol on the Level 2 ‘Introduction toCabin Crew’ Certificate in addition toyour Level 3 qualification. This course isideal if you would like to work as a FlightAttendant for an airline.

What can I do after this course?Upon completion of your studies youmay decide that you wish to proceedinto higher education or you may opt foremployment within the aviation industry.

Are there any additional costs?You will need to purchase a suit at a costof approximately £80, including a tie (formales) or a neck scarf (for females). Youwill be required to purchase a ColumbusWorld Travel Atlas to assist you with yourstudies. You will also be asked to pay acontribution towards the cost of tripsand residentials which are a mandatorypart of the course.

Travel & Tourism BTECFirst Extended Certificate

Level 2

1 year

What will I study?Do you have a keen interest in the traveland tourism industry? Got loads of energy, you are motivated and enthusiastic? Then this qualificationcould be the start of a successful careerin the world’s largest industry, Aviation,Travel and Tourism. This qualificationprepares you for work in airlines, cus-tomer service positions, tour operatorsand travel agencies, giving you the confidence and skills to progress to employment or further education

Modules studied:Core Units include:- The UK Travel andTourism Sector and UK travel andtourism destinations. Mandatory units include; Travel and tourism, business environments and international traveland tourism destinations.

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Optional Units include:- Development ofTravel and Tourism in the UK, HolidayRepresentatives, UK Visitor Attractions,The Cruise Industry, the Travel andtourism Customer Experience, Hospitality Operations in the Travel andTourism sector and Travel and TourismEmployment Opportunities

You will also study functional skills inEnglish and Maths and attend regular tutorial sessions with your Learning Mentor who will encourage you to realiseyour full potential

What can I do after this course?You can progress onto higher vocationalqualifications, such as the BTEC (Level 3)Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourismor the BTEC (Level 3) Extended Diplomain Aviation Operations.To progress onto either course you mustachieve at least a Merit or above andsuccessful completion of functionalskills.

Are there any additional costs?All our students wear a uniform which isapproximately £80. Details of the uniform will be provided at the start ofthe course. We also encourage you topurchase other travel and tourism booksto aid with the completion of assignmenttasks. You will also need to contributetowards trips. The price will vary depending on the destination.

Travel & Tourism BTECExtended Diploma

Level 3

Two Years

What will I study?Are you fascinated by the tourism industry? Do you like to travel to exoticlocations? Aviation, Travel and Tourismis a rapidly expanding industry that suitsindividuals with an enthusiastic approach to people and places. We areoffering a dynamic and exciting coursethat has been designed in line with industry needs and enables you toachieve at a high level with progressionto employment or higher education.

Modules studied include:You will study 4 mandatory units:Investigating the Travel and Tourism Sector, The Business of Travel andTourism, The UK as a destination, Customer Service in Travel and Tourism.

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You will also study a range of optionalunits including; European Destinations,Long Haul Travel Destinations, Investigating The Cruise Industry, Working as a Holiday Representative,and UK Visitor Attractions.

You will also study functional skills inEnglish and maths and attend regular tutorial sessions with your LearningMentor who will encourage you to realiseyour full potential

What can I do after this course?Upon successful completion of the programme you will be encouraged toapply for higher education or undertakeinterviews with industry organisations.There are many exciting opportunities onoffer at the end of the course in the wideand varied tourism sector.

Are there additional costs?You will be required to purchase a uniform, which must be worn in collegeand on organised trips and residential.Details of the uniform will be provided atthe start of the course, cost is

approximately £80.00. Cost for trips andresidential will vary depending on thedestination being visited.

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Vocational PathwaysThis programme equips you with the knowledge, behaviours, attitudes, skills and experience providing qualifications that will enable you to continue studying towards higher level qualifications or gain the skills required for an internship, apprenticeship,traineeship or employment.

There are 8 different pathways to choose from: Art, Public Services, together with Forensics and Sport, Construction, Motor Vehicle, Childcare and Health & Social Care, Hospitality and Catering, Plumbing and Electrical and IT and Media.

Maths and English is a core part of the programme as well as practical skills such as teamwork, career planning, 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 support to build your confidence and your skills to enable you to progress within the College or adapt to the world of work through an internship,traineeship or apprenticeship. We will provide you with a dedicated learning mentor and a job coach to ensure you have all thesupport 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 and an Entry 3 BTEC qualification in VocationalStudies, you will have completed work experience which is essential for your CV and will have had access to events, speakers andactivities especially to support your learning, 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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Lifeskills – Pre-entry –Entry level 1

It is our aim to support the educationalneeds and personal care needs of everylearner and this course is tailored tomeet the specific needs of learnersthrough a personalised Individual Educational Plan (IEP). This course is designed to support learners to becomemore independent, with a practical focuson independent travel, using local facilities and amenities as well as visitingareas further afield, basic budgeting andpurchasing goods, making decisions,following instructions to complete tasks,working with others and social interaction, numeracy and literacy skillsare embedded and applied throughout.

There is also a focus on developing personal skills such as communication,including speaking and listening, confidence and self-awareness, we havetutors that are trained in Makaton signlanguage, symbols and PECS.

Entry 2

This is a practically based course focused on providing a range of experiences in order to provide individuals with skills required in order topursue further study and independenceskills, which are continually developed.Learners have the opportunity to study arange of subjects from different vocational areas as well as employabilityskills, numeracy and literacy. The

opportunities to experience differentsubjects at College enables a smoothtransition for further study at entry level 3where learners can focus more on a particular vocational area.

Entry 3 – VocationalPathways

If you feel as though you need time andsupport to develop the right skills in college, pursue a supported internship,apprenticeship or employment then thisis the course for you. It will equip youwith the behaviours, attitudes, skills andexperience (BASE skills) and provide youwith the relevant qualifications including

Supported Learning Provision at Warrington CollegiateWarrington Collegiate is committed to supporting each and every learner to realise their potential, our supported learning provisionis designed to meet the very specific needs some of our learners face regardless of their level. It is our intention to identify thestarting point of every learner and working with them and their families to determine their aspirations for the future, whether it is independent or supported living, further education or employment through a Supported Internship

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English and maths that will enable you tocontinue studying towards higher levelqualifications at college, or gain the skillsrequired to apply for a supported internship, apprenticeship or a job.

There are different pathways tochoose across 8 specialist areas -

• Public Services, Forensics and Sport • Electrical & Plumbing• Motor Vehicle• Construction (C&J, P&D, Brick) • Childcare, Health and Social Care • Art• IT & Creative Media • Catering & Hospitality

Maths and English are a core focus, youwill also gain IT skills needed at collegeand work as well as studying in yourchosen specialist area. You will learnvaluable employability skills in teamwork, problem solving, managingyourself and your time as well as undertaking work experience. This willgive you the opportunity to build yourconfidence and your skills with all the

support you need in order to progress,providing the vital skills needed for bothcollege and future employment. You willgain qualifications in Maths and Englishand an Entry 3 BTEC in Vocational Studies.

What you need to do now…Come along to one of our open evenings:Monday 20th October 2014, 5pm-8pmWednesday 28th January 2015, 5pm-7pmMonday 22nd June 2015, 5pm-7pm

Complete an application formYou can apply online through our website at www.warrington.ac.uk or request a paper application form by contacting our Learner Services Department on 01925 494494.

What next after applying?Once our Admissions Team receive your application, you will be invited in to college for a course admissions interview. This is your opportunity to discuss the course with the course tutor and ask lots of questions.

Offered a placeIf you are happy with the course and the course tutor is happy with the level at which you will study, you will receive a conditional offer. This offer will be subject to achieving the right GCSE grades to meet the entry requirements for the course.

Come along to a Taster Day You will be invited in to attend one of our course Taster Days, these are great fun and they give you the opportunity to meet fellow classmates and get to know the tutors and the college before you start your course.

Come in to enrolOur Admissions Team will send you an enrolment letter at the beginning of August. This will be an invitation to come in to enrol for your chosen course on GCSE results day.

Enrolment Enrolment takes place on GCSE results day. Come along with your GCSE grades from school and enrol for your chosen course. We have tutors and careers advisors available if you require further advice and guidance.

For more information, visit our website www.warrington.ac.uk

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Higher Education at Warrington Collegiate Following successful completion of a level 3 course, you may have the opportunity to continue your studies further by studying ona HNC/HND at Warrington Collegiate.

We have a wide range of HNC and HND courses including: • Business • Creative Media Production • Electrical Engineering• Health and Social Care • Construction • Computing• Public Services • Sport

We also offer an extensive range of professional qualifications from accountancy and management to marketing and teacher training.

For more information about our higher education and professional courses, visit www.warrington.ac.uk or call us on 01925 494494.

DisclaimerPlease note: The information in this Full Time Prospectus was correct at the time of publication in October 2014. The collegewill endeavour to inform students at enrolment and via the college website of any substantial changes. For the latest collegeevents and course information, please visit www.warrington.ac.uk

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Warrington Collegiate, Winwick Road, Warrington WA2 8QA • www.warrington.ac.uk 01925 494494

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