CAREERS & COURSES GUIDE 2021

FOR SCHOOL LEAVERS

Welcome to #thecareercollege ANIMALS & THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT WELCOME Explore the world of animals, with our wide range of CHOOSE specialist courses from equine to zoology, that can lead to degree study and a range of careers. 10 Welcome to The College Group and thank you for considering the incredible opportunities that CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING Over 1,200 acres for await you at one of our fantastic campuses. I’m sure as you explore the prospectus, like most people, you THE CAREER COLLEGE This section includes land-based engineering and land-based training will quickly realise why we are also known as ‘The Career College’. plant operations courses. 15 This careers and courses guide has been designed for school leavers and focuses Our mission is to provide exceptional education and training for every learner to improve their career FOUNDATION LEARNING prospects. We know that your future success needs more than just a certificate. It requires a meaningful and on career pathways. Our course information provides details of full-time study If you need more help on your journey, our experienced engaging course that has been developed alongside employers. Our courses ensure you have all the skills options (career edge) or apprenticeships (career now). It showcases a wide choice team offer a range of specialist programmes for anyone with additional learning and support needs. 17 and experience required for you to secure that rewarding career or progress onto higher qualifications. of careers, available through our broad-based curriculum, from agriculture to LAND & ENVIRONMENT

The great news is there has never been a better time to study with us. We have invested heavily in our Industry partners to ensure zoology and everything in between. Our award-winning land-based colleges have over 100 years’ experience in providing education and training campuses, our teaching and our student experiences. A passion for learning, training and rewarding careers courses stay relevant to drive the rural economy that we all depend on. 19 can be felt on every campus in our Group. Our incredible story is receiving positive local and national MILITARY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES attention and we would love for you to be part of this. The ultimate preparation for a career in the SCAN HERE armed forces, emergency and rescue services, All you have to do is choose the course and campus for you, and take your first WITH ZAPPAR 1. DOWNLOAD 2. HOVER UK border force or the security sector. 26 steps towards a bright and successful future. I would highly recommend you the free Zappar app your phone on your mobile SPORT & OUTDOOR over the unique SCAN HERE WITH follow us on our social media channels to get a flavour of our students’ incredible ZAPPAR Zappar code If PE is your favourite subject at school, then our experiences and wonderful achievements. And we are always contactable if you #1 for apprenticeships sport and adventure sports courses will help turn have any questions or would like to book onto an event to explore our courses your passion into a career. SCAN HERE WITH 27 in Cornwall and Devon ZAPPAR and campuses. I am looking forward to meeting you very soon. STUDENT INFORMATION

John Evans ZAPPAR Everything you need to know about being a student with us Principal and Chief Executive The Group 3. CLICK including support, accommodation and transport. CODES on the symbols to watch, 29 read and learn more If you require any part of this guide in a larger or an alternative about where and what format, please contact Student Services on 0330 123 2523. Throughout this careers and courses guide you will be studying Please note you will see this symbol. Follow these This prospectus contains information believed to be correct at the time of printing. It is Zappar is more instructions to unlock introductory videos, possible that information may change for various reasons. The Cornwall College Group The future of dairy research responsive when reserves the right to withdraw or amend any course listed in this prospectus at any time. and education campus tours, former student profiles and more. connected to wi-fi. careerqualifications + experience = a career: edgehead start INDUSTRY PLACEMENT When you AND WORK EXPERIENCE careerqualifications + experience = a career: edgehead start finish your careerstart your career now with : an nowapprenticeship PLACEMENT GCSEs you It is a requirement for all 16-18 funded Study Programme learners, as part of your course, to If you know the career route you want to follow, why wait? You can start your career OUR FULL-TIME STUDY PROGRAMMES OFFER: undertake a Work Experience Placement with a local employer, who works in the same sector now with an apprenticeship programme, where you can: careerQUALIFICATION : now as the area in which you will be studying, this would be for a minimum duration of one week, start your career now with an apprenticeship with some programmes requiring more weeks than others. have two + WORK EXPERIENCE

- Earn a real salary (usually from £100 per week) + WORK COMPETENCIES - Learncareerqualifications skills in the workplace + experience = a career: edgehead start Level 3 Study Programme learners are expected to complete an Industry Placement, = A GREAT START TO YOUR CAREER options... - Train with a workplace mentor and our which is a minimum of 315 hours (approx. 45 days) and involves actively contributing to experienced team of college tutors the workplace whilst working on targets which you have set yourself. These targets may We believe that the purpose of education is to prepare you for a successful working life, be hard skills i.e. knowledge and skills related to the industry, as well as soft skills i.e. - Get qualified and improve your future which goes beyond qualifications. At the career college we want to give you the edge earning potential! behaviours, values and employability. you’ll need for your chosen career. careerqualifications + experience = a career: edgehead start career : now The Industry Placement and Work Experience Placement that you undertake will depend We have starta recruitment your team career to help younow get withstarted. an Our apprenticeship advisors will help you with We will help you gain industry relevant skills through work experience, build your on your course and circumstances. This will be discussed in more detail at your interview. applications, CV writing and provide you with interview guidance to help you stand out confidence and life skills through our work competencies programme and give you from the crowd. specialist subject knowledge and qualifications through your time with us. Work Experience and Industry Placements offer an exciting opportunity to enhance

your skills and knowledge, allow you to understand first-hand the sector in which you Throughout your apprenticeship you will have the support of your college tutor to would like to work and get you not only work ready, but potentially open up employment ensure your learning is on track and an apprenticeship advisor who will visit you at work careerWORK EXPERIENCE: now start your career now with an apprenticeship opportunities for you on completion of your course. All of our courses have a work experience element and this is where you will gain and make sure you are happy and thriving in the workplace. insight into possible future careers and immerse yourself in real work; on your CV this Our dedicated Skills to Business team will support you in finding placements that are suitable will show future employers you are work ready. Some programmes in hair and beauty, Apprenticeships can also take you higher, with a range of new Higher Apprenticeships and will be available at college interview events to arrange this, however you may find it hospitality, and engineering will also offer 350 hours of industry placement. now available, you may be able to continue your apprenticeship on to degree-level. useful to start researching now, where you might like your placement to take place. When Many apprenticeship programmes also offer UCAS tariff points giving you the chance to the course begins, we will liaise with the learner and employer around the dates of the go on to university if you want to later in life. Apprenticeships can also lead on to further WORK COMPETENCIES placement and will complete the necessary paperwork, this will ensure that the placement is professional qualifications that could advance your career. We prepare you for the workplace by helping you develop work ready skills which planned properly and that it is beneficial and safe for all parties concerned. DO I HAVE TO PAY FOR MY COURSE? include punctuality, reliability, meeting deadlines, communication, resilience, problem After GCSEs you are able to access three-years If you are applying for an apprenticeship you need an employer who is willing solving, innovation, financial acumen, planning, prioritising and much more. The Cornwall College Group will support you with the setting of targets and will ensure all of full-time study free of charge, and you can to take you on as an apprentice. If you don’t have an employer please speak to employers are fully vetted in order to meet the high standards that we set. do an apprenticeship at any age (if you are the recruitment team. SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE 19+ your employer will have to contribute to We have strong partnerships with employers who help shape the curriculum, to make For more information around Work Experience or Industry Placements, or to gain apprenticeship fees). 0330 123 4785 sure your training is relevant, giving you an edge when you start your chosen career. guidance on employers who may be interested in offering placements now, please [email protected] contact the team on [email protected] and view more at www.duchy.ac.uk/apprenticeships www.cornwall.ac.uk/student-support 2 3 COURSE LEVELS AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GCSE GRADES JOIN US GCSE GRADES UPDATE It is important to choose the correct level of course after your GCSEs, whether you intend to go on to university, an HOW TO SECURE A PLACE WITH THE CORNWALL COLLEGE GROUP apprenticeship or into employment. Making the right choice will depend on meeting the entry requirements, how you like to study and what you would like to do on completion of your studies. In 2017 the grading system for GCSE English and maths We make it as easy as possible to apply to study with us. Our team of advisors will talk you through your options and recommend Please use the table below as a general guide to our entry requirements. All courses require a determination to achieve changed significantly. Rather than being graded A* to G, a in your chosen subject area. Acceptance on a course will also depend on a successful interview. numerical system is now used. The grades now run from the right programme and level to start at. You will then get the chance to meet the course tutor in an informal interview to talk 1 to 9, with 9 being the highest. A grade 4 is now a in-depth about your application and aspirations. Here is our simple guide to applications. Please note that during this process you Course Level Study Options Typical Entry Requirements Progression ‘standard pass’, equivalent to a grade C, with a grade 5 may receive phone calls from a withheld number. being a ‘strong pass’. ENTRY-LEVEL Entry Level qualifications. No formal qualifications are required for Next Entry Level or Level 1 Foundation Level courses. course. GCSE ENGLISH AND MATHS LEVEL 1 Level 1 qualifications, including Two or more GCSEs at grade 2 or above, Level 2 course, Apprenticeship According to the Department for Education, gaining a Certificates and Diplomas. or successful completion of Entry Level or employment. grade 4 or higher in English and maths could potentially qualification. add £2,000 to your salary every year. If you have not yet 1. 2. 3. 4. LEVEL 2 Level 2 qualifications, including Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, Level 3 course, Apprenticeship gained a grade 4 in GCSE English and maths then you will Diplomas and Apprenticeships. or successful completion of a relevant or employment. carry on studying these subjects as part of your Study Level 1 qualification. *see note below APPLY FOR COURSES YOU’LL GET A CURRICULUM WE’LL GIVE YOU YOUR YOU’LL RECEIVE reference apprenticeships Programme at college. Our English and maths teams are anytime throughout the year, committed to helping you succeed, and we offer a different SPECIALIST ADVISOR INTERVIEW DATE AN OFFER Level 3 qualifications, including Four or more GCSEs at grade 4 or University study, an it’s ok to change your mind. LEVEL 3 and more personalised experience than school. who will talk you through to meet the tutors and see where for the right course for you Diplomas, Apprenticeships and above including English and/or maths, or Apprenticeship or the process and answer you’ll be studying. (this may be based on you T-levels. successful completion of a relevant employment. Our GCSE courses run from September until June, giving you Level 2 qualification. *see note below questions. gaining certain GCSE grades). the chance to gain your qualification in just one academic year. reference apprenticeships LEVEL 4 HNC. First year of a Foundation A relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g. BTEC, Further study at university, Not quite ready for GCSE yet? Don’t worry, we have a Degree or first year of an Honours A-levels), certain GCSE grades may also a Higher Apprenticeship or range of ‘stepping stone’ qualifications in English and Degree. A Higher Apprenticeship. be required. *see note below reference employment. maths meaning that you can improve your skills at your apprenticeships own pace. If you have already gained your GCSE English LEVEL 5 HND. Final year of a Foundation Progression from Level 4. A relevant Further study at university or and maths at grade 4, we will continue to embed English 5. 6. 7. 8. Degree. Second year of an Honours Level 3 qualification, certain GCSE grades employment. and maths into your specialist course, as these skills are Degree. A Higher Apprenticeship. may also be required. ACCEPT YOUR OFFER APPLY FOR TRANSPORT CALL US AND WE’LL CONFIRM essential for your future employment. as soon as possible and LEVEL 6 Final year of an Honours Progression from Level 5. A Foundation Further study at university or TO COLLEGE LET US KNOW YOUR PLACE reserve your place (you can Degree. Top-up Degree. Degree Degree will be required for top-up degrees. employment. When you join us, we will assess your current levels of before the end of July your results on on the course and send you Apprenticeship. English and maths, and use your existing qualifications to still change your mind). (it may be free); our team GCSE results day. all the information you need LEVEL 7 Postgraduate Study, PGCE, MSc, Undergraduate Degree. Employment. make sure that you are on the right course for you. MA, PhD. can help with this. for the start of term.

Please note • *For any applicants considering undertaking an apprenticeship, you will need an employer willing to take you on as an apprentice, which is a process that we can support you in. With regards to entry requirements, please note that prior to starting an apprenticeship you will need to complete an initial assessment in English and maths, so that we can establish the level you are currently working at. We will then If you are applying for an apprenticeship you need an employer who is willing to take you on as an apprentice. run through a Skills Scan with you, in order to determine your current level of knowledge and skills in your chosen area of study. Both of these elements will then be used to determine the level of apprenticeship If you don’t have an employer please speak to our dedicated Apprenticeship Recruitment Team which is most suitable for you to start at, irrespective of grades awarded in previous qualifications. [email protected] or call 0330 123 4785 • Some specialist courses may have extra entry requirements, please see website for details. • If you do not achieve your expected grades please do not panic. Contact us and we will help you find an alternative course, normally in the same subject area of interest. 4 5 discover... discover... BICTON DUCHY Plants, Flowers and Trees Military & Protective Services Learning Centre Agriculture Our horticulture, floristry and arboriculture Our specialist academy staff will train you for a A dedicated library and study area with PCs and The working farm is home to cattle, ponies, facilities are located in 200 hectares of green career in the armed or protective services. laptops for you to use with free Wi-Fi. pigs, goats and chickens, as well as a protected COLLEGE parkland and rolling countryside. COLLEGE cropping unit. NEAR EXETER

Home Farm Equine Choughs Restaurant Animal Management Centre Our farm is run commercially and provides We have a large equine yard with livery We pride ourselves on our quality home cooked Our purpose-built centre houses a wide variety state-of-the-art resources for education and facilities for students, plus indoor and meals and offer a range of hot and cold drinks of species giving you plenty of opportunity to get practical training. outdoor arenas. and snacks every day. hands-on.

Bicton College is based in East Transport Duchy College Rosewarne is Transport Devon, near Exeter, and set in An extensive transport network covers situated just outside . The The College has its own transport network an Area of Outstanding Natural towns and villages across Devon. The beautiful grounds are spread over that will collect you from a range of towns and villages from Penzance to Truro, Beauty, just two miles from campus is 20 minutes from the M5 approximately 47 hectares and are motorway, 25 minutes from Exeter and 10 Falmouth to St Ives. The campus has ample an excellent horticultural resource the Jurassic Coast. The historic minutes from Exmouth. Our funding and car parking with bicycle shelters Accommodation Agricultural Engineering Working Nursery The Nest with national plant collections. We have a range of accommodation options Our engineering and heavy plant machinery Georgian mansion, commercial transport team are on hand to advise you. Our well-established nursery supplies garden Our student common room is a great place to and showers. including self study en-suite rooms see page 29 workshop has excellent facilities. farm, animal husbandry school, centres across Cornwall, as well as the Eden relax, play pool and catch up with friends. The campus also has a dedicated for details. modern veterinary nursing building, Project and the National Trust. animal management centre, world-class engineering and heavy which houses specialist reptiles, plant machinery workshop, walled small mammals and dog DUCHY COLLEGE garden and arboretum are grooming facilities, and ROSEWARNE DUCHY COLLEGE DUCHY COLLEGE all set in over 200 hectares offers specialist courses STOKE CLIMSLAND SCAN HERE WITH CORNWALL COLLEGE SCAN HERE WITH CORNWALL COLLEGE NEWQUAY of historic parkland. in agriculture, animal CORNWALL COLLEGE ZAPPAR TO... ZAPPAR TO... CAMBORNE CORNWALL COLLEGE CAMBORNE management, countryside, DUCHY COLLEGE ROSEWARNE floristry, horticulture GET A VIRTUAL Animal Management GET A VIRTUAL Veterinary Nursing Facilities TOUR OF THE TOUR OF THE Exciting plans for 2021 include opening Study nursing science to degree-level; our and veterinary nursing. CAMPUS CORNWALL COLLEGE CAMPUS CORNWALL COLLEGE the animal management centre as a facilities are state-of-the-art, the only one of its ST AUSTELL FALMOUTH BICTON COLLEGE FALMOUTH commercial zoo. MARINE SCHOOL kind in the county. MARINE SCHOOL

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Duchy College’s largest campus is Transport found within the striking Cornish Our extensive transport network covers countryside at Stoke Climsland, towns and villages across Devon and near Launceston. The campus Cornwall. The campus is 15 minutes from the A30 and only a 25-minute drive is ideally placed for land-based, SCAN HERE WITH Future Farm Bicton College Zoo Sports & Outdoors Equine from Plymouth. Our funding and A range of facilities; a 10m climbing tower, We have a large equine yard with livery facilities outdoor adventure, foundation transport team are on hand to advise you. ZAPPAR TO... sports hall and grass pitches, plus a fully for students on any programme, plus indoor and learning, sport, equine and military Cornwall now boasts a major research and innovation Bicton College has applied for zoo licence status which will provide a positive equipped gym and golf swing studio. outdoor arenas. and protective services activities DUCHY COLLEGE dairy farm, Future Farm. Located at Duchy College educational experience for all learners. The zoo licence will enable you to gain and also houses an animal STOKE CLIMSLAND Stoke Climsland, Future Farm is helping improve the customer service skills and confidence whilst sharing your knowledge with management centre, plus a wide efficiency, welfare and technological advancement visitors. You will also promote further understanding and respect for animals, range of facilities available to in dairy farming. It’s a huge benefit for the next conservation, sustainability and biodiversity. The licence will also enable us all students. generation of workers and leaders in the sector. to keep new exciting species which will enable you to enter the animal care SCAN HERE WITH CORNWALL COLLEGE SEE HOW WE’RE NEWQUAY BICTON COLLEGE INVESTING IN Learners from across all of our land-based campuses industry with an understanding of husbandry needs for a wide variety of ZAPPAR TO... CORNWALL COLLEGE CAMBORNE YOUR FUTURE will have access to state-of-the-art equipment, data animals. We are proud of all of our learners at Bicton College and this will

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Working with animals can be an extremely fulfilling and rewarding career. From working in kennels and catteries to large exotic animal collections, A career in the equine industry can be highly rewarding. We will prepare you for a successful career by providing you with the knowledge and rescue centres or sanctuaries, there is a wide range of careers available on successful completion of your course. With access to a range of animal practical skills to thrive within the industry, whether that be working practically on a yard as a groom or a yard manager, supporting and running collections on our campuses you will gain the knowledge and practical training you need to pursue a career in this exciting industry. equestrian events, breeding and stud management, equine welfare officer, coaching and training or a whole range of other opportunities.

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During this two-year course you will study a wide range of topics develops your essential skills. You’ll be learning from experienced and enable you to be a valuable employee in the future and have the You will study how to care for small mammals, birds and farm including: Animal behaviour and communication, animal biology, well qualified staff, who are there to give you the very best start to your opportunity to ride and lunge a range of horses to develop your animals, handle and feed animals, clean their accommodation animal feeding and nutrition, animal health and husbandry, career. There are two options on the course, riding or non-riding. You’ll skills. You will study a range of topics including nutrition, biology, and carry out basic health care. animal welfare and breed development. The course includes 150 be working on a range of different topics and units including: mucking health, behaviour and welfare of horses. 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You will develop and demonstrate competence in a range of areas learning option, ideal for those with more equine experience. GET A VIRTUAL TOUR OF WHERE WHAT YOU’LL STUDY including: promoting and maintaining health and well-being; animal The technical qualification at Stoke Climsland is ideal for learners & WHAT YOU’LL STUDY Progression: Animal Management Diploma Level 3. handling and grooming and delivering basic treatment. who wish to progress through the academic qualifications, while TOUR OUR ROSEWARNE, STOKE undertaking practical experience. VIEW ACCOMMODATION CLIMSLAND AND BICTON CAMPUSES Progression: Animal Management Diploma Level 3 or ON CAMPUS employment in the industry. Progression: Equine Management Level 3, an apprenticeship or employment in the industry. LEARN FROM THE EXPERTS HEAR FROM OUR ALUMNI LOGAN ODY CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY: ZOOKEEPER, ANIMAL CARE ASSISTANT, DOG GROOMER, ANIMAL TRAINER. CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY: GROOM, COMPETITION YARD GROOM, RIDING INSTRUCTOR, HORSE BEHAVIOURIST. BRADLEY MOORE-TAYLOR PROGRAMME MANAGER OWNER | GARLANDS FARM EQUESTRIAN 10 Want to know more? Search ‘#animals2021’ at www.bicton.ac.uk and www.duchy.ac.uk Want to know more? Search ‘#equine2021’ at www.bicton.ac.uk and www.duchy.ac.uk 11 I WANT A CAREER IN... I WANT A CAREER IN... EQUINE MANAGEMENT VETERINARY NURSING

Apprenticeships allow you to work while gaining a nationally recognised qualification, so why not combine your love of horses with As a veterinary nurse you will provide support to sick and injured animals who are receiving treatment in a veterinary practice and provide earning money. To enjoy a career in this industry you must have a passion for horses and be able to demonstrate enthusiasm and a strong expert nursing care. You will help to educate owners on maintaining the health of their pets and carry out a range of medical treatments determination to succeed. under veterinary supervision. Knowing that you have helped nurse animals back to full health is one of the most rewarding careers.

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careerstart your career now with : an nowapprenticeship Apprenticeships allow you to work while gaining a nationally This Level 3 apprenticeship will help you prepare for a more During this one-year course you will learn the practical skills During this two-and-a-half year course you will learn the recognised qualification at the same time, so why not combine supervisory role, which could include planning horses’ diet, and the underpinning knowledge for all aspects of work in operational requirements of a veterinary practice, veterinary your love of horses with earning money? Over the course of 15-18 nutrition and health plans. During the course you will learn how to an assisting role within a veterinary practice including animal nursing duties, anatomy, physiology and genetics, animal health, months, you will be working in paid employment within the equine promote and maintain the health and well-being of horses, prepare handling and care, assisting with care and administrative duties in wellbeing and husbandry, supporting the supply of veterinary industry and you will spend one day every two weeks during term horses for work, maintain their health and well-being during the veterinary environment. You will also undertake at least one medicines, supporting veterinary anaesthesia and preoperative ANIMALS & THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT ENVIRONMENT THE NATURAL ANIMALS & time at college. You will study a wide range of subjects around transportation and consider health and safety. day a week work experience in a veterinary practice. and post-operative nursing care. ENVIRONMENT THE NATURAL ANIMALS & the care of all different types of horses including safe working You will spend one day a week on campus and the remaining practices, yard and field routines and duties, horse anatomy, Progression: University study such as our FdSc Equitation, Progression: Veterinary Nursing Diploma Level 3. four days in the workplace with your employer. There will also physiology and welfare, horse handling, care and appearance, Training & Behaviour at our Duchy College Stoke Climsland be occasional block weeks throughout the course. To study this saddlery and equipment, travelling horses, non-ridden exercise as campus. Or employment in the industry. well as core behaviours such as team work and communication. course you must be in paid employment with a Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons approved training practice. SCAN HERE WITH If you ride or do not ride, don’t worry, there are specialised routes SCAN HERE WITH ZAPPAR TO... that you can take which include riding, non-riding, racing, breeding Our veterinary nursing teaching areas are designed to simulate ZAPPAR TO... or driving. a veterinary practice. We have a radiography room, laboratory, kennel area and operating theatre. We have many pieces of Both Bicton College and Duchy College Stoke Climsland campuses equipment that you would expect to find in a veterinary practice are located in beautiful countryside and provide dedicated such as microscopes, anaesthetic machines, operating tables and equestrian facilities, which include indoor and outdoor schools and a large variety of surgical instruments. We also have a range of working yards. Here you will have the opportunity to practice your mannequins, from life-size Labradors to not so life-size ponies skills in preparation for the end point practical assessments. and with working farms and equestrian centres you will also have GET A VIRTUAL TOUR OF WHERE access to animals seen in large animal practices. Our Rosewarne GET A VIRTUAL TOUR OF WHERE & WHAT YOU’LL STUDY Progression: Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship Level 3 or facilities are the only ones of their kind in the county. & WHAT YOU’LL STUDY employment in the industry. Progression: Professional registration as a veterinary nurse. LEARN FROM THE EXPERTS VIEW ACCOMMODATION CLAIRE KENT ON CAMPUS PROGRAMME MANAGER

HEAR FROM OUR ALUMNI HEAR FROM OUR ALUMNI BRADLEY MOORE-TAYLOR CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY: GROOM, COMPETITION YARD GROOM, RIDING INSTRUCTOR, HORSE BEHAVIOURIST. CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY: VETERINARY NURSE, PET NUTRITIONIST, PET BEHAVIOURIST, VETERINARY PHYSIOTHERAPIST. TONI COBBETT | HEAD NURSE OWNER | GARLANDS FARM EQUESTRIAN ST CLEMENT VETERINARY CLINIC 12 Want to know more? Search ‘equine2021’ at www.bicton.ac.uk and www.duchy.ac.uk Want to know more? Search ‘vet2021’ at www.bicton.ac.uk and www.duchy.ac.uk 13 I WANT A CAREER IN... I WANT TO WORK IN... ZOOLOGY LAND-BASED ENGINEERING

Zoos are no longer simply collections of animals for people to visit, they play a vital role in carrying out conservation work. Captive If you love science, technology, engineering, or information technology, then a career in land-based engineering could be for you. The breeding programmes, protecting endangered species, and inspiring the next generation to care and protect these animals, are all skills and types of land-based engineering include diagnostics repair and testing, all in the context of diesel and petrol engines, equipment essential tasks zoos carry out on a day-to-day basis and you could play a vital role in this important work. controlled by GPS technology and integrated into environmental information; a fantastic mix of innovation and problem solving.

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careerqualifications + experience = a career: edgeheadstart careerqualifications + experience = a career: edgeheadstart career : now Where: Bicton College, Duchy College Rosewarne and Duchy Our animal management centre at Duchy College Rosewarne Where: Bicton College and Duchy College Stoke Climsland Where: Bicton College andstart your Duchycareer now with an apprenticeshipCollege Stoke Climsland career : now career : now College Stoke Climsland start your career now with an apprenticeshipprovides dedicated facilities for working with a range of animals, start your career now with an apprenticeship including exotic species and zoo animals. At Duchy College Stoke Modern agriculture is amazing and the career opportunities are There has never been a better time to apply for a land-based This course is perfect if you would like a career caring for animals Climsland there are strong links with Dartmoor Zoological Park fantastic with many more jobs than there are people to fill them. service engineer apprenticeship. The land-based engineering & ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION in a zoo-based setting. We work in partnership with Dartmoor and two days per week are spent there, with a further day on During this one-year course you will learn the practical skills and sector is technologically advancing at a fascinating rate, Zoological Park to ensure you gain the practical, real-life experience campus and a day of work experience at Dartmoor Zoo working theory to maintain a wide variety of land-based machinery and encompassing systems such as precision farming aids like that employers look for. During this course you will study a wide alongside the zoo staff. equipment. Units covered include: health and safety, workshop satellite guidance, telematics, electronic controls and driverless ANIMALS & THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT ENVIRONMENT THE NATURAL ANIMALS & range of subjects including animal nutrition, animal handling and practice, transmission systems, engines, fabrication, hydraulics, technology. safe working, health and welfare, husbandry of exotic species, Progression: University study such as our FdSc Zoological machinery operations. It will include 150 hours of work experience. animal biology, animal training, behaviour, breeding, zoological Conservation, FdSc Animal Behaviour & Psychology, FdSc Animal Progression: Land-based Engineering Apprenticeship Level 3 or Progression: Land-based Engineering Diploma Level 3 or collections and wildlife ecology. Husbandry & Welfare, FdSc Animal Health and Management or employment in the industry. employment in the industry. BSc (Hons) Applied Zoology & Conservation. There are one- and two-year options available with this pathway and we will work with you to decide which is best for you. SCAN HERE WITH LAND-BASED ENGINEERING DIPLOMA LEVEL 3 LAND-BASED ENGINEERING APPRENTICESHIP LEVEL 3 SCAN HERE WITH ZAPPAR TO... ZAPPAR TO... Where: Bicton College Where: Bicton College

This two-year course is ideal if you want in-depth insight into the Throughout this apprenticeship you will build on the work mechanics and science for land-based engineering. You might completed at Level 2, but focus on your employer’s specific cover things like inspecting and testing land-based machinery, needs. These may include advanced welding skills, maintaining a production plant or servicing a fleet of grounds computer-based diagnostics or electrical systems maintenance. keeping ATVs. You’ll also gain plenty of practical experience in GET A VIRTUAL TOUR OF WHERE your choice of skills and attend work experience placements with Progression: University study such as our HNC Engineering or GET A VIRTUAL TOUR OF WHERE YOU WILL STUDY local employers. employment in the industry. & WHAT YOU’LL STUDY Progression: University study such as our HNC Engineering or LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT VIEW ACCOMMODATION YOU WILL STUDY employment in the industry. ON CAMPUS

HEAR FROM OUR ALUMNI CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY: ZOOKEEPER, ANIMAL CARE ASSISTANT, ANIMAL TECHNICIAN. CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY: AGRICULTURAL MACHINIST, MACHINERY OPERATOR, AGRICULTURAL ENGINEER. JACK O’KEIFE | MAINTENANCE TEAM LEADER | HITACHI RAIL EUROPE 14 Want to know more? Search ‘#zoo2021’ at www.bicton.ac.uk and www.duchy.ac.uk Want to know more? Search ‘#engineering2021’ at www.bicton.ac.uk and www.duchy.ac.uk 15 16 CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING GETA VIRTUALOFTOUR WHERE VIEW ACCOMMODATION & WHAT YOU’LLSTUDY SCAN HEREWITH ZAPPAR TO... ON CAMPUS Want to know more? Search ‘#engineering2021’ at www.bicton.ac.ukand www.duchy.ac.uk PLANT OPERATIONS &GROUNDWORKS I WANTTOWORKIN... a construction,civilengineering,roads,railways orlandscapingproject. and telescopichandlerstonameafew. 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Study Full-time career :now career :edge career :now career :edge start your careernow withanapprenticeship qualifications +experience =acareerheadstart Progression: Employmentintheindustry. industry andrecognitionofyour professionaloperatingskills. passed thisisyour passporttoacareerintheconstruction course foryou. OncecompleteandtheCPCStesthasbeen exacting standardsofthemodernconstructionsitethisis operators qualificationifyou want operateheavyplanttothe certificate isyour gateway togainingyour fullprofessional need toachieve theLevel 2qualification.Thisplantoperations specialist largeplantmachinery. To work intheindustryyou will and experiencedinoperatingmaintainingawiderangeof On topofthatyou willgainticketstoprove you areskilled Construction SkillsCertificationScheme(CSCS)certification. 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You willalsobuildyour teamwork you willstudyvocational andlifeskillsaroundtheareasof work specific tothecampusyou choosetostudyat.Duringthecourse options tohelpyou makethatchoice.The optionsonofferare pursue asacareer. You willexperiencearangeofvocational This courseisidealifyou areunsureofthesubjectyou wishto Where: BictonCollegeandDuchyStokeClimsland vocational knowledgeandstudyskillsforasuccessfultransition. informed choiceforyour futurevocational area,anddevelop Take partinarangeofvocational optionstohelpyou make an VOCATIONAL STUDIES Vocational Pathway GETA VIRTUALOFTOUR WHERE LEARN MORE ABOUTMORE WHATLEARN YOUSTUDY WILL YOUSTUDY WILL SCAN HEREWITH ZAPPAR TO... 17 FOUNDATION LEARNING I WANT TO BECOME MORE... I WANT A CAREER IN... INDEPENDENT, CONFIDENT AND RESILIENT AGRICULTURE

Within the foundation learning team our vision is to support you to be INDEPENDENT, CONFIDENT AND RESILIENT so that you are Agriculture makes a significant contribution to the economy in the South West of and provides a wide range of exciting job opportunities. well-prepared to engage with the wider community. Our courses provide all of the skills and knowledge required for a successful step into the sector, regardless of whether or not you are from an agricultural background. We are the region’s largest land-based education and training provider with our campuses located in the countryside.

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INTERNSHIP) LEVEL 1 careerqualifications + experience = a career: edgeheadstart careerqualifications + experience = a career: edgeheadstart Where: Bicton College and Duchy College Stoke Climsland Where: Bicton College and Duchy College Stoke Climsland career : now career : now PATHWAY 2 EMPLOYMENT (P2E) STAGE 1 ENTRY LEVEL start your career now with an apprenticeship start your career now with an apprenticeship Where: Bicton College and Duchy College Stoke Climsland This one-year course is an ideal introduction into the land-based This two-year course is perfect for you if you want to develop Where: Bicton College and Duchy College Stoke Climsland agricultural industry, where you will gain the hands-on practical your technical knowledge and practical skills in order to gain a Supported internships are a good way of preparing you for skills, experience and knowledge of a variety of farming disciplines, better understanding of the management of different agricultural employment. What makes them different is that you do most designed to prepare you for employment. These include: safe enterprises and gain university entry. You will be learning from You will learn the skills, knowledge and behaviours to prepare of your learning at work and some in college. This means you you for the world of work. During these steps to becoming work working, farm animal husbandry, crop husbandry, tractor experienced agriculturalists both inside the classroom and on the can ‘learn on the job’. A supported internship could be the right operation, fencing, and other estate skills, whilst developing the College farm. ready you will set personal targets to ensure you reach the goals choice for you if you know you learn best by ‘doing’. you need to enter the next stage in your career. You will get the personal skills and qualities to find and keep the job you want. 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BSc (Hons)Horticulture(PlantScience)atTheEdenProject or Progression: University studysuchasourFdScHorticultureor you theessentialnextstepinyour career. skills requiredinsupervisingateamwithintheworkplace, giving much orientatedtowards providing you withtheknowledgeand into otherindustriesfollowingfurtherstudies.Thiscourseisvery opportunities andincludesarangeofskillsthataretransferable industries isrewarding, offersadiverse rangeofemployment spaces. Working andlearninginthehorticulturelandscape landscaping, productionhorticultureorparks,gardensandgreen You willchoosefromapathway ofeitherhorticulture, Where: BictonCollegeandDuchyRosewarne APPRENTICESHIP LEVEL3 HORTICULTURE &LANDSCAPE SUPERVISOR Apprenticeship career :now career :edge career :now career :edge start your careernow withanapprenticeship qualifications +experience =acareerheadstart GETA VIRTUALOFTOUR WHERE VIEW ACCOMMODATION & WHAT YOU’LLSTUDY SCAN HEREWITH ZAPPAR TO... 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You willgainastrongunderstandingofservicelife personal protection,crimesceneinvestigation andemergency on toasecondyear, includingmorespecialist unitsthatinclude both essentialandadvanced skillswiththeoptiontocontinue understanding oftheuniformedservicesindustryanddeveloping This one-year coursefocusesonconsolidating your Where: BictonCollegeandDuchyStokeClimsland MILITARY &PROTECTIVE SERVICES DIPLOMA LEVEL3 Study Full-time career :now career :edge career :now career :edge start your careernow withanapprenticeship qualifications +experience =acareerheadstart OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Want to know more? Search ‘#adventure2021’ at www.duchy.ac.uk I WANTACAREER IN... the keyskillsandqualitiesneededtoentersucceedinexcitingworld ofoutdooradventure education. If you’ve ever thoughtofworking intheoutdoorindustryeitherUKorabroad,thenthesecoursesareanidealway ofdeveloping employment intheindustry. Progression: OutdoorAdventure DiplomaLevel 3or you work with. leadership stylethatwillhelpyou getthemostoutofpeople expeditions. You willalsodevelop your owncoachingand fitness requirementsaretoovercome challengesandcomplete in theoutdoors,tolookingathowbodyworks andwhatthe topics frommanagingrisksandkeepinggroupsyourself safe and instructors.Duringthecourseyou willlearnawiderangeof classroom andlearningfromexperiencedoutdoorsportscoaches and coachingskills.You’ll bespendingalotoftimeoutsidethe adventure educationanddevelops your essentialleadership This one-year courseisanidealintroduction tooutdoor Where: DuchyCollegeStokeClimsland OUTDOOR ADVENTURE EDUCATION DIPLOMA LEVEL2 CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY: OUTDOORINSTRUCTOR, OUTDOOR CENTRE MANAGER, PE TEACHER, EXPEDITIONLEADER. Study Full-time career :now career :edge career :now career :edge start your careernow withanapprenticeship qualifications +experience =acareerheadstart Employment intheindustry. 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ON CAMPUS 27 SPORT & OUTDOOR I WANT A CAREER IN... SPORT TRANSPORT If you have a passion for sport and fitness and have your sights set on becoming a sports coach, PE teacher, fitness instructor or leisure GETTING YOU TO COLLEGE manager, then a sports coaching diploma is ideal for you.

The College operates a network of daily transport into all of its campuses, with prices varying Study Full-time Study Full-time depending on your location and financial status; bursaries are available. For a full list of SPORT & OUTDOOR SPORT career : edge career : edge routes, bursary information and transport application forms, please visit the relevant website: career : now career : now www.bicton.ac.uk/transport or www.duchy.ac.uk/transport SPORT (SPORTS COACHING) DIPLOMA LEVEL 2 SPORT (SPORTS COACHING) DIPLOMA LEVEL 3

careerqualifications + experience = a career: edgeheadstart careerqualifications + experience = a career: edgeheadstart Where: Duchy College Stoke Climsland Where: Duchy College Stoke Climsland

careerstart your career now with : an nowapprenticeship careerstart your career now with : an nowapprenticeship This one-year diploma introduces you to the theory behind This two-year diploma is all about you growing as a sports coach ACCOMMODATION how the body works and the practical steps needed to plan by effectively knowing how the body works and successfully and coach your very own sport/fitness session. You will learn planning and delivering your very own sport coaching/fitness LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE about the principles of training and how to perform practically to session. Our industry experienced lecturers combine theory achieve sporting excellence. By gaining an introduction to sports and practical learning allowing you to study a range of topics coaching, you will be prepared for the more specialised tactical from fitness training and programming, to the skills, techniques Bicton College and Duchy College Stoke Climsland awareness, sporting skills, awareness of healthy exercise and and tactical awareness involved in sport. Alongside this you will We want to help you have the best college experience possible and we know that where you nutrition needed to move on to further qualifications. You will develop essential teamwork and leadership skills. In addition, you live is a big part of that, so we are here to help every step of the way. We offer a number of also be spending a lot of time in our on-campus sports hall, fully will be carrying out your very own personal fitness plan as you equipped gym and grass rugby and football pitches. As well as progress through the course. In essence, you’ll be developing all residential options for you depending on your timetable, so you could stay on campus for five, spending lots of time developing your coaching skills in a range of of the essential skills you need to start your journey towards a four or three nights. SCAN HERE WITH sports on our grass pitches or in our on site gym and sports hall, career in sport, health and fitness. Duchy College Stoke Climsland you will have the opportunity to work closely with our partners has an amazing partnership in place with Plymouth Argyle FC. Bursary Assistance Available ZAPPAR TO... from the Plymouth Argyle Community Trust if you opt into our Students on our sports programmes can opt in to study a football Residential Bursary 16 – 18 years football programme, training, playing or coaching every day you specific programme with high quality training delivered by Argyle If you are studying a further education course, your daily return travelling time would be more are in college. The football pathway will be open to both males staff twice a week and fixtures taking place most Wednesday than two hours and your household income is less than £40,000, you may be eligible for assistance and females with all learners having the opportunity to compete afternoons, all of which go towards the evidence needed to with accommodation costs with a Residential Bursary. in fixtures. complete your course. For accommodation prices, bursary forms and accommodation application forms please visit the Sport (Sports Coaching) Diploma Level 3 or University study such as our FdSc Sport, Health & Progression: Progression: relevant website: employment in the industry. Fitness with possible progression on to our BSc (Hons) Sport, Health GET A VIRTUAL TOUR OF WHERE www.bicton.ac.uk/accommodation & WHAT YOU’LL STUDY & Exercise Science (top-up) at our Camborne campus. Employment in the industry as a fitness instructor or community coach. www.duchy.ac.uk/accommodation VIEW ACCOMMODATION ON CAMPUS Duchy College Rosewarne Although there are no specific halls of residence at Duchy College Rosewarne, we have developed HEAR FROM OUR ALUMNI an established network of local landlords who provide accommodation to suit all needs. For more JOSH CHALK | SPORTS PARTICIPATION LEAD information on the types of accommodation available, prices and moving tips please visit COACH | PLYMOUTH ARGYLE COMMUNITY CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY: COACH, NUTRITIONIST, SPORTS THERAPIST, ELITE ATHLETE, FITNESS PROFESSIONAL, PE TEACHER. TRUST NORTH DEVON & CORNWALL www.duchy.ac.uk/accommodation 28 Want to know more? Search ‘#sport2021’ at www.duchy.ac.uk 29 careerqualifications + experience = a career: edgehead start We offer apprenticeships in: Agriculture GRADUATE LOCALLY Animal Care WITH BICTON COLLEGE & DUCHY COLLEGE career : now Arborist start your career now with an apprenticeship Engineering Operative Equine Groom Floristry There’s never been a better time to gain a quality degree in the South West, #1 FOR APPRENTICESHIPS IN Horticulture/Landscape Operative with an incredible range of programmes providing you with real skills to CORNWALL AND DEVON Land-based Service Engineer start the career you want straight away. The diversity of our curriculum Stockperson offers you the chance to study golf in Portugal, horticulture at The Eden Veterinary Nursing Project or equitation training and behaviour in our dedicated equestrian An apprenticeship is for anyone over the age of 16 and is the centre. Our programme range is evolving and growing each year; please careerqualificationsperfect option +to experience allow you to start = a orcareer: keep earning edgehead startat work while visit www.bicton.ac.uk or www.duchy.ac.uk for the latest listings. receiving training and gaining a recognised qualification. It gives We also offer the following you a great mix of learning in a work setting and studying at Level 4 Apprenticeship: college, allowing you to continue developing your skills. Choose from the following areas: Agricultural Business Management A fair deal: Starting salary £4.15 per hour*, start earning from £224 Agriculture careerper week. : now Animal Management start your career now with an apprenticeship A number of our apprenticeships are Support: We will be there when you need us throughout only suitable for those with some prior Conservation & Countryside your training. experience. Talk to our team to explore Emergency Services Choice: We’ve got a wide range of different pathways to choose your options today. Equine Science from across the region. Golf Studies Get hired: We will help you find an employer and complete college Horticulture and job applications. Veterinary Nursing

We work with a range of organisations to develop industry relevant apprenticeship programmes, including: Foundation degree awarding powers - Synergy Farm Health - Brian Etherington Meat Co. In a major boost for learners and businesses in the South West, we have - Heligan Gardens - Riverford Farm Shop secured foundation degree awarding powers. SCAN HERE WITH - RSPCA - Lynher Dairies Cheese Co. ZAPPAR TO... - James Kittow Butcher & Grazier - The Eden Project As the only FE college in the county to do this, we now have the authority to co-create bespoke higher level foundation degree courses with key employers If you are applying for an apprenticeship you need an employer efficiently and quickly to the requirements of each business, as well as being who is willing to take you on as an apprentice. Please speak to responsive to the workforce needs of the local and regional economy. We also our dedicated recruitment team to find out more. work in partnership with a range of universities to award our HNDs, Foundation Degrees, Bachelors Degrees and Masters programmes. 0330 123 4785 LIVE YOUR [email protected] * Minimum apprenticeship salary as of BEST LIFE www.duchy.ac.uk/apprenticeships 01/04/20.This is reviewed annually. 30 31 SUPPORTING YOU COURSE INDEX BICTON ROSEWARNE STOKE CLIMSLAND BICTON ROSEWARNE STOKE CLIMSLAND AGRICULTURE PAGE FOUNDATION LEARNING PAGE develop your study and academic skills whether you are on an learners, staff and visitors. We also have a duty to prevent We have a range of staff who will support you and help Land-based Studies (Agriculture) Diploma Level 1 19 ✔ ✔ Skills Pathway - Skills Towards Vocational Studies Entry Level 17 ✔ ✔ you achieve your goals. introductory course or studying for a higher level qualification. extremism and radicalisation. Prevent is about safeguarding Agriculture Certificate Level 2 19 ✔ ✔ Vocational Pathway - Vocational Studies Stage 1 17 ✔ ✔ Engagement and Progression Officers (EPOs) are available to our students to keep them both safe and within the law. Full Computer access and access to online classrooms Agriculture Diploma Level 3 19 ✔ ✔ Works Pathway - Pathway 2 Employment (P2E) Stage 1 Entry Level 18 ✔ ✔ support you with any concerns that you have or if you need details and our policies can be found on our website: When you enrol with us you will be issued with a computer Agriculture (Stockperson) Apprenticeship Level 2 19 ✔ ✔ ✔ Works Pathway - Pathway 2 Employment Stage 2 (Supported Internship) ✔ ✔ any support. www.cornwall.ac.uk/safeguarding 18 account and email. This will give you access to a range of ANIMAL MANAGEMENT Level 1 - They can offer advice and guidance and help to find software and resources which includes: ✔ ✔ ✔ GAMEKEEPING solutions to overcome any barriers you are facing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Animal Care Diploma Level 1 10 - the College’s Wi-Fi ✔ ✔ ✔ Gamekeeping Certificate Level 2 21 ✔ - Help you to progress with your studies and achieve your The Cornwall College Group is committed to equal opportunities Animal Care Certificate Level 2 10 - your course details and progress information Gamekeeping Diploma Level 3 21 ✔ learning and career goals for all and recognises that valuing and embracing diversity is Animal Management Diploma Level 3 10 ✔ ✔ ✔ - access to a wide range of software and resources to support HORTICULTURE - Support you with any concerns you may have the key to providing high quality teaching and learning. We take Animal Care & Welfare Assistant Apprenticeship Level 2 10 ✔ ✔ ✔ your study pride in serving the local communities of Cornwall and are fully Land-based Studies (Countryside, Conservation & Horticulture) Diploma ✔ ✔ ✔ - They will always be available in the social space for you to ARBORICULTURE 24 - Online classrooms with Moodle and Teams Level 1 talk to and will also arrange activities for students to take committed to promoting equality of opportunity, access, dignity Land-based Studies (Countryside, Conservation & Horticulture) Diploma ✔ ✔ ✔ - A range of online study resources and ebooks 22 Horticulture Certificate Level 2 24 ✔ ✔ part in. and fairness. Level 1 ✔ ✔ Forestry & Arboriculture Certificate Level 2 22 ✔ Horticulture Diploma Level 3 24 Careers Funding support ✔ ✔ Personal and Professional Development (PPD) Forestry & Arboriculture Advanced Certificate Level 3 22 ✔ Horticulture & Landscape Operative Apprenticeship Level 2 25 Alongside our Engagement and Progression Officers, our Funding support is available to help you access your college You will take part in a range of activities that will help you Arborist Apprenticeship (Tree Surgery) Level 2 22 ✔ Horticulture & Landscape Supervisor Apprenticeship Level 3 25 ✔ ✔ team of Careers Officers are available all year round to education. This is means tested and you can find the most develop personal and employability skills. They will focus on LAND-BASED ENGINEERING provide impartial support and advice when help is needed up-to-date information on the College website: COUNTRYSIDE & CONSERVATION helping you to become a successful student and prepare for Land-based Engineering Certificate Level 2 15 ✔ ✔ with career choices, progression to university and other www.cornwall.ac.uk/financial-support Land-based Studies (Countryside, Conservation & Horticulture) Diploma ✔ ✔ ✔ your future life and be an active part of society. There will also 20 ✔ training, education or employment opportunities. Level 1 Land-based Engineering Diploma Level 3 15 be lots of enrichment opportunities that you can take part in Accommodation Land & Wildlife Diploma Level 2 20 ✔ ✔ Land-based Engineering Apprenticeship Level 2 15 ✔ ✔ from trips and visits to visiting speakers. You can have your say Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) If you do not live within reasonable travelling distance of the Land & Wildlife Diploma Level 3 20 ✔ ✔ Land-based Engineering Apprenticeship Level 3 15 ✔ in the activities we offer as well. Provision College you may wish to consider seeking accommodation EQUINE MANAGEMENT MILITARY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES Our vision is to develop independent, confident and resilient Health & Wellbeing nearby. For students at Bicton College and Duchy College Stoke Horse Care Level 1 11 ✔ Military & Protective Services Diploma Level 2 26 ✔ ✔ learners who are well-prepared to engage with the wider We offer a wide range of additional health and wellbeing Climsland there are full-board residential places available. Horse Care Level 2 11 ✔ ✔ Military & Protective Services Diploma Level 3 26 ✔ ✔ community. Please see our website for our SEND Provision opportunities for you to participate in around your study Residential Bursaries are available for eligible students. Equine Management Level 3 11 ✔ ✔ OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Statement which includes further information and details programme. Which activities you undertake will depend on Equine Groom Apprenticeship Level 2 12 ✔ ✔ Outdoor Adventure Education Diploma Level 2 27 ✔ should you wish to talk to someone in person: Students’ Union which campus you are studying at. Please talk to your tutor Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship Level 3 12 ✔ ✔ Outdoor Adventure Education Diploma Level 3 27 ✔ www.cornwall.ac.uk/send-statement We are incredibly proud of our Students’ Union, which exists to about what is available. FLORISTRY PLANT OPERATIONS & GROUNDWORKS represent your voice at every level in the College and to make Safeguarding Floristry Certificate Level 2 23 ✔ ✔ Construction Certificate/Diploma Level 1 16 ✔ ✔ Learning Centre and Study Support sure you have a fantastic time with us. From freshers’ fairs to We set out to provide a safe and supportive learning and Floristry Diploma Level 3 23 ✔ ✔ Plant Operations - Groundworks Certificate Level 2 16 ✔ ✔ Our Learning Centres have a range of staff to support you political hustings; charity events to parties; volunteer work to working environment for all our students, staff and visitors. when using the resources, computers and software. You running campaigns, you can get involved in a huge range of The Cornwall College Group has a duty to safeguard all can also access workshops and request support sessions to activities and have the power to determine what it’s doing. 32 33 FOR OFFICE USE ONLY COURSE INDEX App ref: Student ref: APPLICATION FORM BICTON ROSEWARNE STOKE CLIMSLAND SPORT PAGE ACADEMIC YEAR 2021/2022 Sport (Sports Coaching) Diploma Level 2 28 ✔ Please complete all sections of this form in CAPITAL LETTERS Sport (Sports Coaching) Diploma Level 3 28 ✔ PERSONAL DETAILS VETERINARY NURSING First name: Legal Last Name: Animal Nursing Assistants Certificate Level 2 13 ✔ ✔ Address: Date of birth: Veterinary Nursing Diploma Level 3 13 ✔ ✔ Age: ZOOLOGY Telephone number: Zoo Animal Management Diploma Level 3 14 ✔ ✔ ✔ Postcode: Mobile number:

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