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Please note that all details are correct at time of printing. Welcome to our 2020/21 School Leavers’ Course Guide. It gives me great pleasure to invite you to make our college, your college. This guide includes information on the We are continuously investing in our facilities Above all, we are here to support you in range of courses delivered at our Middleton to ensure that all our students have excellent achieving your full potential, making the right and Rochdale campuses. It also details the learning environments. choice for your future and helping you to grow apprenticeships pathways we offer, our facilities We place the student at the heart of our in confidence and be successful. and the support that’s available to all our college. I’m committed to enabling our learners I very much hope you enjoy reading this year’s learners. to be the best they can be and if you join us guide about what we hope will become your We have just celebrated another exceptional you’ll benefit from the high quality teaching college. year. Our students, with the support of great and learning that Ofsted praised, as well I look forward to welcoming you to your staff, have achieved fantastic results, again. as purposeful work experience throughout college. Hopwood Hall College is one of the top your course that will ensure that you are well performing colleges in Greater Manchester prepared for your career. Julia Heap Principal and Chief Executive with a Grade 2 Ofsted rating. We are focused I want you to enjoy your time at college and on delivering excellent teaching, learning and understand that employers are looking for training to help all of our learners achieve their more than just good grades. That’s why we full potential. provide lots of opportunities to get involved We pride ourselves on providing a supportive, in activities outside of your studies to build caring environment with Student Support confidence, meet new people and enhance Tutors, specialist subject teachers, excellent your employability. Our enrichment activities facilities, extra-curricular activities and a free include free gym membership, team sports, transport service to support learners to get to volunteering opportunities, educational visits, college. All of this is combined with a culture of the opportunity to be on the Student Cabinet high expectations that encourages our learners and represent your peers and much more. to aim high in all that they do.
2 We work with our community and have restless ambition to raise aspirations by encouraging Our Vision: and enabling people of all ages. We provide inspiring opportunities for all to Bringing out thrive in life and work and make a positive impact across the Borough of Rochdale, the best in you! Greater Manchester and beyond.
ENJOYMENT Success and achievements are encouraged, recognised and celebrated in our thriving college Our Values community.
SUSTAINABILITY NURTURE ENJOYMENT INTEGRITY AMBITION INTEGRITY AMBITION We do the right thing, our learners and our community are at the heart of all we set out to We encourage learners and staff to have the achieve. Our learner centred approach underpins courage to aim high, push their boundaries and everything we accomplish. achieve higher aspirations.
SUSTAINABILITY NURTURE ENJOYMENT SUSTAINABILITYINTEGRITY NURTUREAMBITION ENJOYMENT INTEGRITY AMBITION NURTURING SUSTAINABILITY We empower staff and learners to build autonomy We are continually working to create a sustainable and be the drivers of their own destinies, college that demonstrates an agile curriculum, developing resilience, pride and confidence in life, healthy finances and a positive impact on the learning and work. environment and economy.
SUSTAINABILITY NURTURE ENJOYMENT INTEGRITY AMBITION SUSTAINABILITY NURTURE ENJOYMENT INTEGRITY AMBITION
3 COURSE LISTINGS - FIND A COURSE THAT FITS
Your Place ...... 6 Building Trades & Engineering Health & Childhood Studies Our Pass Travel ...... 7 Brickwork ...... 35 Early Years ...... 83 Travelling to Hopwood Hall ...... 8 Carpentry & Joinery ...... 37 Health & Social Care ...... 85 Bus Routes ...... 9 Electrical Installation ...... 39 Dental Nursing ...... 87 Bus Timetable ...... 10 Engineering Technologies ...... 41 How to find us ...... 11 Electrical Engineering ...... 43 Your Future, it’s our priority ...... 13 Hospitality & Catering Mechanical Engineering ...... 45 How do I apply ...... 14 Hospitality & Catering ...... 89 Motor Vehicle ...... 47 Enrichment ...... 15 Multi-skills ...... 49 Student Voice ...... 17 IT & Computer Science Painting & Decorating ...... 51 English and Maths support ...... 18 Computer Science ...... 91 Plastering ...... 53 Alumni ...... 19 Plumbing ...... 55 ENJOYMENT Where will your course take you . . . . . 21 Science & Animal Management Find out more ...... 22 Business, Travel & Accounts Applied Science ...... 93 Success and achievements are encouraged, Student Support Services ...... 23 GCSE Combined Science - Synergy . . . 95 Accounting ...... 57 recognised and celebrated in our thriving college Testimonials ...... 25 Animal Management ...... 97 Business ...... 59 community. Student Cabinet ...... 30 Veterinary Nursing ...... 99 Travel & Tourism ...... 61 Sport & Public Services Apprenticeships Creative and Digital Media AMBITION Sport ...... 101 Studying an Apprenticeship ...... 27 Art & Design ...... 63 Sports Science and Rehabilitation . . . . 103 We encourage learners and staff to have the Entry requirements ...... 29 Games Development ...... 65 Fitness and Health Academy ...... 105 Graphic Design ...... 67 courage to aim high, push their boundaries and Rugby Academy ...... 107 Media Production ...... 69 achieve higher aspirations. Football Academy ...... 109 COURSES Jill Scott Ladies’ Football Academy . . . . 111 ESOL and Skills for Life Uniformed Public Services ...... 113 SUSTAINABILITY Performing Arts ESOL ...... 71 Skills for Life ...... 73 We are continually working to create a sustainable Performing Arts ...... 33 college that demonstrates an agile curriculum, Hair & Beauty healthy finances and a positive impact on the Beauty Therapy ...... 75 environment and economy. Hairdressing ...... 77 Barbering ...... 79 Hair and Media Make-up ...... 81
4 A brighter future is closer than you think
www.hopwood.ac.uk YOUR PLACE: Two campuses, one College community Both campuses provide learners with a distinct and friendly community within the wider college community, so you are bound to find people with similar interests and passions to you. Visit Middleton Campus for: Visit Rochdale Campus for: • Higher Education • Access to HE • Motor Vehicle • Apprenticeships • Accounting • Multi-skilled • Art & Design • Animal Management • Painting & Decorating • Dental Nursing • Applied Science • Performing Arts • Early Years • Apprenticeships • Plastering • ESOL • Brickwork • Plumbing • Games Development • Business • Security Alarms • Graphic Design • Carpentry & Joinery • Skills for Life • Hair & Beauty • Computer Science • Sport • Health & Social Care • Education & Training • Sports Science • Higher Education • Electrical Installation • Travel & Tourism • Hospitality & Catering • Electrical & Mechanical Engineering • Uniformed Public Services • Media Production • Fitness Academy • Veterinary Nursing • Health & Social Care
6 Your journey Your journey starts here starts here
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* check website for all the bus services this includes * check website for all the bus services this includes There are more routes to Hopwood Middleton Campus than you think! Both Middleton and Rochdale campuses are very accessible. The College is well served by a combination of public bus routes, Metrolink, trains and our free college bus services too!
Rochdale Campus
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Rawtenstall Littleborough Centre Hollingworth Road, H6 Opposite bus station Wheatsheaf pub Smithybridge H4
Birch Road Lake Bank Kiln Lane Market Street Halifax Road Bacup Centre Shawforth Dearnley Wardle Road Pilates H8 Bury Road Bentley Healey Corner Street Newgate Whitworth Halifax Road
War Office Norden Road Road Sheriff Street Hopwood Hall College Edenfield Road Rochdale campus Bagslate Moor to Norden Terminus Road
Edenfield Road Ings Lane to Caldershaw Road
Rooley Moor Road Roch Valley Way
Manchester Road Edenfield Road Queensway Kingsway Elizabethan Way Highbarn St Oldham Rd/ Sudden (Tesco) to Sandy Lane Castleton Retail Park Milnrow Royton Kingsway Stand F H1
Kingway Rochdale Road Milnrow Rd/ Halfway House Turf Hill Firgrove Bridge St Shaw Royton Manchester Road, Slattocks Market Street, Tottington Broadway Grains Road H3 (opp Oldham Junction Ripponden Rd Ripponden Rd/ Huddersfield Rd Huddersfield Rd New Road Oldham Road HHS Hire Academy N) (Grains Bar) (Moorside Co-op) Watershedding St (bottom 40 steps) (War Memorial) Dobcross Grasscroft Lees Road H7
Picture House Bury New Road, Broadway Hillside Ave Ripponden Rd/ Ripponden Rd/ Huddersfield Rd/ Waterhead Delph High St Cooper St/ Bury Town Centre Summit (opp Elk Mill) Shaw Colleridge Rd Wilkes St Ripponden Road Academy Crossroads Uppermill Oldham Road/ Springhead
Middleton Road, Bamford Road, Heywood Hopwood
Hollin Lane Middleton Road, J19 Bowness Road Langley Rochdale Road Hopwood Hall College Windermere Road Middleton campus Langley Wood Street/ Eastway, Langley Stanycliffe Lane/Rochdale Road
Oldham Rd/Hilton Fold Ln Middleton town centre Middleton Rd/Firwood Park Victoria Avenue Middleton Rd/Broadway Charlestown Road, Moston Stand C, Oldham Bus Station Moston Lane, Harpurhey Honeywell Centre, Ashton Road
Queens Road/Rochdale Road Oasis Academy, Hollins Road
Cheetham Hill Road/Waterloo Road Hollinwood Crem/Roman Road
Middleton Road/Crumpsall Lane Ashton Road West/Westminster Road
Oldham Road/Ashton Road West Middleton Road/Victoria Avenue Oldham Road/Broadway H5 Sainsburys, Heaton Park, J19 M60 Higher Blackley Whitegate, Broadway
Broadway, Gorse Mill (Litecraft) 9 H2 Free buses to Middleton and Rochdale campuses H1 FROM OLDHAM H2 FROM BROADWAY H3 FROM BURY H4 FROM MILNROW Oldham Rd/Kingsway Stand F . . . 7:40 Broadway, Gorse Mill (Opposite Bus Terminus, Market Street Kiln Lane, opposite Tim Bobbin . . . 7:45 OL16 4SZ Litecraft) OL9 9RJ ...... 7:20 Tottington, Next Door Restaurant Ol16 3LH Halfway House Royton ...... 7:45 Whitegate, Broadway ...... 7:25 BL8 3LL ...... 7:30 Hollingworth Road, Smithybridge . 7:50 Highbarn St Royton ...... 7:53 Oldham Road/Broadway . . . . . 7:30 Wetherspoons Art Picture House . . 7:45 Lake Bank ...... 7:52 Milnrow Rd/Bridge St Shaw . . . .8:00 Oldham Road/Ashton Road West . 7:33 (Opposite Bus Station) BL9 0AY Littleborough Centre, (Wheatsheaf Pub) Elizabethan Way Milnrow . . . . . 8:07 Ashton Road East/ Bury New Road, Summit . . . . . 7:55 7:55 Rochdale Road Firgrove ...... 8:08 Westminster Road ...... 7:38 Dawson Street, Heywood . . . . . 7:59 Halifax Road, Dearnley ...... 8:00 Kingsway Retail Park ...... 8:15 Hollinwood Crem, Roman Road . . 7:40 Middleton Road, Hopwood . . . . 8:01 Birch Road ...... 8:05 Kingsway Turf Hill ...... 8:20 Oasis Academy, Hollins Road . . . 7:43 Hollin Lane ...... 8:05 Wardle Road ...... 8:10 Queensway Castleton ...... 8:25 Honeywell Centre, Ashton Road . . 7:45 Windermere Road, Langley . . . . 8:07 Halifax Road ...... 8:20 Middleton Campus ...... 8:35 Stand C, Oldham Bus Station . . . 7:55 Bowness Road, Langley ...... 8:13 Newgate (Rochdale Campus) . . . .8:25 Middleton Road/Broadway . . . . 8:00 Wood Street/Eastway, Langley . . 8:15 Manchester Road, Sudden . . . . .8:30 Middleton Road/Firwood Park . . .8:03 Rochdale Road ...... 8:21 Manchester Road, Slattocks . . . .8:35 Oldham Road/Hilton Fold Lane . . 8:05 Middleton Campus ...... 8:26 Middleton Campus ...... 8:40 Stannycliffe Lane/ Rochdale Road . . 8:10 Middleton Campus ...... 8:12 H5 FROM BLACKLEY H6 FROM H7 FROM H8 FROM NORDEN Heaton Park, J19 M60, Sainsburys . . 7.45 RAWTENSTALL SADDLEWORTH Rochdale Pilates, Bury Road Higher Blackley M9 OQ5 OL11 4EE ...... 7:52 Rawtenstall (opposite bus station: Bus stop HSS Hire Lees Rd Middleton Rd/Victoria Ave . . . . 7:47 War Office Road ...... 7:59 J stand) Bacup Road, Junction Oldham, OL4 1JW ...... 07:25 Middleton Rd/Crumpsall Lane . . .7.50 Norden Road ...... 8:00 with James St, BB4 7NE ...... 7:25 Cooper St/Oldham Rd, Springhead 07:30 Cheetham Hill Rd/Waterloo Rd . . 7:54 Bagslate Moor Road ...... 8:01 Bacup Centre ...... 7:33 Oldham Road, Grasscroft . . . . .07:34 Queens Rd/Rochdale Rd . . . . . 8:00 Edenfield Road, Norden terminus . 8:06 Market Street, Shawforth . . . . . 7:40 High St, Uppermill ...... 07:40 Moston Lane, Harpurhey . . . . . 8:02 Caldershaw Road ...... 8:11 Healey Corner, Shawclough Rd . . .7:50 New Road, Dobcross ...... 07:44 Charlestown Road, Moston . . . . 8:10 Ings Lane ...... 8:13 Bentley Street, Shawclough ...... 7:52 Delph Crossroads ...... 07:45 Rochdale Rd/Victoria Ave . . . . .8:20 Phoenix Street ...... 8:14 Sheriff Street ...... 8:00 Huddersfield Rd, Austerlands . . .07:48 Opposite Middleton Arena ...... 8:23 Newgate (Rochdale Campus) . . . .8:10 (War Memorial) Edenfield Road/Sandy Lane . . . . 8:16 Middleton Campus ...... 8:28 Sudden (Tesco) ...... 8:15 Waterhead Academy ...... 07:50 Roch Valley Way ...... 8:20 Castleton, Manchester Rd/ Miln St . .8:20 Huddersfield Rd/Ripponden Rd . .07:54 Manchester Road, Sudden (Tesco) . . 8:26 Middleton Campus ...... 8:30 Huddersfield Rd (Moorside Co-op) 08:02 Manchester Road, Slattocks . . . .8:32 Grains Road Junction (Grains Bar) 08:05 Middleton Campus ...... 8:36 RETURN JOURNEY Hillside Ave, Shaw ...... 08:08 Rochdale Rd (opp Crompton House) 08:15 All routes departure from Middleton Campus: Mon - Thurs - 16.10, Friday - 15.10 Rochdale Rd, C & A Motors . . . . 08:18 PLEASE NOTE: Bus times for timing guidance - the bus will depart from the Broadway (opp Oldham Academy) 08:23 bus stops at the times detailed. YOU MAY REQUEST THE BUS TO STOP AT Broadway (opp Elk Mill) . . . . . 08:25 ANY BUS STOP ALONG THE ROUTE. Middleton Campus ...... 08:35 Information correct at time of printing.
10 HOW TO FIND US
Middleton Campus Rochdale Campus Rochdale Road, Middleton, M24 6XH, t. 0161 643 7560 St. Mary’s Gate, Rochdale, OL12 6RY, t. 01706 345346
Car Rail Car Metrolink The Middleton Campus is two Castleton train station is two The Rochdale Campus is three Trams run into the Rochdale miles from junction 20, M62. Take miles from the Middleton Campus miles from junction 20, M62. Interchange in the town centre, a the A627(M) towards Oldham and and there are regular buses to Follow signs to Rochdale town five minute walk from the campus. leave at first junction and follow Middleton or Manchester that take centre. signs to Middleton. ten minutes to reach the Middleton Campus. Bus Rail Frequent buses operate to Rochdale train station, with Rochdale Interchange, which is Bus frequent connections to Leeds, in the town centre. The Rochdale The number 17 bus runs regularly Bradford and Manchester, is a ten Campus is a five minute walk from between Manchester and Rochdale minute walk from the Rochdale the transport interchange. stopping at the top of the drive at Campus through the town centre. Middleton Campus.
11 ...animals call A brighter future Hopwood Hall home From meerkats to stick is closer than insects our Life Sciences staff and students look you think after our animals 365 days a year. www.hopwood.ac.uk
...is what we’ve Highest invested in 5 achievement rate years This means our students have the best resources for vocational and learning environment with the latest equipment, Level 2 in Greater machinery and £10.8 technology! Manchester We also have vibrant new social spaces and 2017/18 million... refectories.
...the sports titles we’ve FREE gym won in 5 years Past students include: membership Craig Dawon 27 Watford FC available to Matty Ashton Warrington Wolves all students RLFC Will Buckley Bolton Wanderers 12 We’re there for you Your day It is very important to us that you feel happy Life at college may be a little different from YOUR and supported throughout your time at college. what you’re used to at school. Classes are You will have a Student Support Tutor (SST) usually smaller and you’ll have the freedom who will help you to succeed, both in your and flexibility to choose from a range of study studies and personally. Your SST will be a really programmes which will allow you to focus on FUTURE, important contact for you throughout your what you really enjoy. time at College. SST’s are committed to your You’ll be given responsibility for your own progress and development and are on hand to learning and studies, but don’t let that worry it’s our help you at all times. you - you’ll have Academic Tutors and Student You’ll attend regular development sessions with Support Tutors to help keep you on track every your SST, this is your chance to talk about any step of the way. welfare or personal issues you may have. No Your day will be full with a timetable that will priority. question is too small and no problem too big – be made up of classes, tutorials, enrichment confidential advice and support is what they do options, work experience and private study It doesn’t have to be daunting. best. time. There are iLearn Centres on both campuses which you can use to complete We will help you every step of Exceptional staff, exceptional assignments on site, cafes to catch up with the way to get the most out friends and enrichment activities to fill your free students time. You won’t be short of things to keep you of your time at Hopwood Hall We believe that exceptional teaching and busy and help you to live college life to the full. College. learning begins with exceptional staff. Together with our talented and hard-working students Investing in you Everything we do at College they make up our successful and thriving college community. We continue to invest in our facilities across ties in to how we can help both college sites to ensure that all students you to get where you want have access to the very best equipment and resources to help them succeed. We keep our to be, whether that is going facilities and equipment up to date to reflect the to university or moving into developments in industry and business. employment. Your course, our facilities, enrichment and extracurricular activities are all designed to develop you academically and personally.
13 How do I apply? Step 1: Choose Priority We offer a huge range of exciting courses. All you need to do is browse through, choose your course then Application Deadline check the entry requirements (see our guide to entry requirements on pg 118). Friday 6th December 2019* Pre-entry careers advice is available to applicants by telephoning 0161 643 7560, emailing *Applications will still be [email protected] or by attending one of our open days. accepted after this date
Step 2: Apply Do we have your Apply online at www.hopwood.ac.uk, it’s quick, easy and secure. Application forms are also available on correct contact request. Don’t leave it too late as our courses are really popular and fill up fast! details? We’ll confirm we’ve received your application by text and by email. We communicate with applicants on a regular basis via text and email. Step 3: Interview Let us know if your details Once you’ve submitted your online application, check for texts and emails regularly. You’ll receive a letter change by emailing inviting you to interview, the interview provides the opportunity to make sure you are suited to the course [email protected] and, more importantly, that the course is suited to you. It also gives you a chance to get a feel for the college, meet the tutors and have your questions answered. New Starter Day Tuesday 30 June 2020 Step 4: Offer Once you’ve had a conditional After your interview you will be made a conditional offer. This means that you have a guaranteed place as offer from us register online for long as you get the GCSE grades needed for that level of course. your place at: www.newstarterday2020. eventbrite.co.uk Step 5: Enrolment In August you will receive a reminder about the enrolment date for your course. Once you have received GCSE results day your results, just come in to confirm your place and you will receive the information you need to start in September 2020! Thursday 20 August 2020
14 ENRICHMENT Make the most of your time: your college experience is about Opportunities experienced by our students include: more than what you learn in the • Enjoy campfire cooking in our Woodland classroom. Experience sessions. • Try out our yoga and meditation classes Whilst success on your course (both campuses) is our priority, we recognise • Join the Reading and Relaxation group (both that there are many ways we campuses) • Retro Gaming - enjoy timeless classics such can help you to stand out from as Streetfighter and Mariokart and traditional the crowd and shine as an board games too. individual. This is why we offer a whole range of activities and opportunities for you to enjoy alongside your course. We understand that when it comes to enrichment it’s never a case of ‘one size fits all’ so we’ve developed a lively programme of activities for you to enjoy with something to suit all learner styles and interests. It’s a great way of making new friends. There will be lots of opportunities for you to experience something new, indulge your passions and develop your skills outside of your • Get involved in raising much needed funds for studies. Our enrichment activities enhance your our Charity of the Year by joining in with our core programme of study and help you to enjoy, annual Community Fun Day. achieve and make a positive contribution to life at college. • Try your hand at kayaking (Middleton campus)
15 • Get back to nature with a visit to our animals at Smallbridge (our very own farm at Middleton campus) and home to hundreds of different species including our favourites, the meerkats! • Take part in the Duke of York’s Inspiring Digital Enterprise Award (iDEA) - a national project that helps you badge your brilliance. Through a series of online challenges and events, you can win career-enhancing badges, unlock new opportunities and gain nationally recognised awards that help you stand out from the crowd. • Educational visits and residential trips. • A healthy mind and a healthy body go hand • Achieve a DofE Award - The Duke of in hand. Sport and exercise are a great way Edinburgh’s Award is a passport to a brighter to maintain your well-being and boost your future, valued by employers and universities energy levels, take full advantage of our • Make the most of your free gym membership alike. outstanding sports facilities: at the Middleton campus Sports Arena. Here you can access a whole range of free fitness classes from Metafit to Circuit Training and Bootcamp, enjoy a packed timetable of gym activities or simply use the fantastic range of equipment to increase your fitness levels and keep in shape. As well as the Sports Arena, there are 4G football pitches, rugby pitches, high specification, purpose built Sports Halls and a specialised, fully equipped sports therapy room.
16 IT’S YOUR COLLEGE, your voice is important to us. When it comes to Learner Voice, Hopwood Hall is a place where you don’t have to be noisy for your voice to be heard. We encourage you to find your voice and have your say. We value your feedback Learner Voice Conference and do our best to listen and respond to what Learner Voice Conference you say. We give you a voice through: .• Learner engagement activities • Tutorials such as focus weeks • Principal’s Question Time • Student representation on key college forums e.g. Equality & • The Student Cabinet - run by Diversity Group students for students, its aim is to make the College the best • Representation on local and place to be and to represent national Learner Voice panels the views of all students. It is • Being elected as a Student run by Student Representatives Governor who do lots of things, from collecting learner feedback and You don’t representing learner views to running events about issues that have to be are important to students • Student Surveys • The Learner Voice Conference n isy for your voice to be heard 17 You don’t You don’t have to be have to be n isy n isy for your voice for your voice to be heard to be heard English and Maths support - help is on hand to achieve the essentials you need for your future. Employers, universities and the government If you have not already achieved a minimum are with us. Whatever your level of confidence require all young people to have a good grade 4 in GCSE English Language and Maths or qualification point of entry, we will do our command and understanding of English and you will need to continue to work towards very best to make sure you reach your full Maths. We are committed to supporting you to achieving them alongside your other courses. potential in English and Maths. continually improve these skills. We have lots We offer a range of Functional Skills and GCSE of additional support on offer to help you to qualifications in both English and Maths and develop your English and Maths skills during will work with you to find the best route to your time at Hopwood Hall College. achieving these core qualifications whilst you
18 We are very proud of our students and former students. Many of our alumni have gone on to bright futures. We believe that coming to ALUMNI Hopwood Hall College is just the start of what is an enduring connection to our very special college.
Pippa Ellis Amelia Woodhouse Keiran Cullinan
Level 3 Hair & Beauty Level 3 Travel & Tourism Level 3 IT High School - Hollingworth Academy High School - Failinge Park High School High School – Broad Oak High School Pippa moved to Hopwood Hall after starting Amelia dreamed of travelling the world Kieran showed a keen eye for enterprise A-Levels and never looked back. Since working in cabin crew since she was a little during his studies. He applied everything studying, she has travelled the world as a girl. Through hard work in her studies and he learned in the classroom into building Beauty Therapist with Steiner Cruises and is guidance from her tutors, she achieved that his own Esports company - Vortex now studying at university. dream and now flies with Jet2. Entertainment. “I’m glad I made the decision to study at “For me, college was a big highlight in my “If you want to study computers, Hopwood Hall College. My tutors offered life. Hopwood Hall College allows people to networking or web design and you want a amazing support and set me on the path be individuals and I loved every single bit of career in this industry, then IT courses are to university where I’ll learn even more it. I’d go back tomorrow if I could.” ideal. It allowed me to create my company advanced professional treatments.” whilst studying and I now operate in the UK and abroad with Vortex.”
19 As well as being a place where lives are transformed through the power of education, our College is a place where lifelong friendships are made and memories are formed. For more information and to read more about our alumni visit: www.hopwood.ac.uk/about/alumni Here are just a few of our alumni success stories:
Jasper Kiragga Dione Whalley Ilyas Bensouna Level 3 Fitness Academy Level 3 Applied Science High School - The Radclyffe School High School – Oasis Academy Level 3 Mechanical Engineering High School – ITI Vittorio Emanuele III (Italy) After leaving with a number of Dione was a big fan of the practical nature qualifications, Jasper worked in the fitness of her science course. She found learning After meeting the tutors and seeing the industry before joining the Royal Marines. about diseases and the effects of chemicals College’s engineering facilities (and hearing about the free gym membership), Iliass “Whilst studying I learnt the mantra ‘aim on the human body fascinating and now knew he wanted to study Mechanical to be better than yourself yesterday’. Your studies Medical Science at The University of Engineering. aspirations don’t just happen, they require Chester. hard work and application. If you sit there “I hope to one day work as a Doctor in “Because of Hopwood Hall, the guidance waiting for a miracle to happen, it won’t. A&E. Studying at Hopwood Hall College has I received and the hard work I put in, I You have to pursue your dreams without given me so much knowledge to make the now study Mechanical Engineering at hesitation, if you don’t do it nobody will.” steps towards this and best prepare me for Manchester Metropolitan University. My aim university and beyond.” is to work in automotive development and my dream is to one day work in Formula 1.”
20 Your future: Where will your course take you?
We recognise that making the choice about what to study after school is often just the start of your career journey, and where those studies will take you is just as important. We can help you reach your goals or even discover them if you are not Talk to us sure what you want to do just yet. There are plenty of exciting options to choose from. You could progress on to another course or Apprenticeship Whilst at College you can visit our Careers Team who will help you make or even study at university level at the College. Or you might choose to informed decisions about your future. There will be the opportunity to apply to university or find a job. Whatever your choice is, we will give you obtain personal advice and guidance, as well as group sessions through support to make your decision. the Aspirations, Careers and Employability programme (ACE) which runs throughout the year. All learners will have an ‘ACE Tutor’ who will deliver With courses available from Entry Level to Degree Level, we have a wide this programme. choice of progression opportunities to help you move from one level to the next as you complete your course or training. You will also get plenty of career support at college with information on how to write a personal statement, apply to college or university, find a Also, our excellent industry links, extracurricular opportunities and high job or Apprenticeship, take a gap year and more. Whatever help you need quality facilities and resources give you the knowledge and experiences at to plan your future, the Careers Team and your ACE Tutors are here to college which will make you stand out from the crowd at interview. support you.
21 answered regarding travel and see our outstanding facilities. The events cover all subjects . See page 116 for dates and be sure to keep an eye on Find out more… the College website and social media channels for more details. Going online and exploring ‘PATHWAYS’ Choosing what to do next can be confusing but Our website has lots of information about what to expect at college we can help with information and advice every and detailed course information. It also houses ‘Pathways’, our fantastic careers tool, within the course search function. This enables you to easily step of the way. You can get help and advice by: explore the career opportunities that each course can lead to. It’s a great way of investigating your career choices. It gives you a clear picture of what each job involves and the salary you can expect to earn, Talk to our Student Support Team qualifications and experience you will need to enter and progress in your Our dedicated team are trained to give you advice and guidance about chosen careers. It provides real insights - not just statistics and numbers the College and help you make sense of all the choices. They can talk to - including over 800 videos of real people talking about their real jobs. you about the subject area you are interested in, your long term career It also links with live job vacancies for each occupation allowing you to goals, what exam grades you expect to get and all things college related. make a very informed course choice. Out team visit schools regularly so please say hello at your next school You can also view our photos on Instagram, (hopwoodhallcollege) watch careers fair or when we come to present college options at your school. videos about us on YouTube, follow us on Twitter (@hopwoodhall) or Come to one of our Open Events ‘Like’ our Facebook page (@hopwoodhall) to find out about what’s happening in our college community and keep in touch with us. You can come along to our Open Events to talk to the experts on the different subjects, chat to the College Careers Team as well as the Student Support and College Advice Teams, have your questions
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CAREERS ADVICE STUDENT SUPPORT TEAM STUDENT & COLLEGE SERVICES Our Careers Team is always on hand on Helping you to feel safe and supported The Student and College Services team at campus to ensure you have all the information, We put the wellbeing and safety of our Hopwood Hall College are here to help you get advice and guidance you need to make the students first. We have a dedicated Student the best out of your time with us. They can help right choices about your future. This could be Support Team who work closely with tutors to you with: applying for university, an Apprenticeship or ensure that you have the best experience and • Course information starting a career. They can help you with: get the most out of your time at college. • Admissions related enquiries • Choosing the right programme to match your The Student Support Team helps to create • Financial support enquiries skills and abilities a safe and inclusive environment where the • Information on purchasing kit and stationery • Help in researching Higher Education courses needs of learners are appropriately identified • Advice on enrolment and funding including and applying through UCAS and supported. The team include specialist Advanced Learning Loans • Preparing for interviews for Higher Education staff who can support with pastoral, social and • Signposting to other college services and employment welfare issues, safeguarding and counselling, • Job searching, CV writing and applications ensuring that students can access and fully • Advice on volunteering opportunities to participate in college life. ACE TUTORIALS improve employability You will have an ‘ACE Tutor’ who will deliver YOUR STUDENT SUPPORT a weekly tutorial session as part of the ‘Aspirations, Careers and Employability WORK EXPERIENCE TUTOR (SST) Programme’. We are committed to developing your When you arrive at Hopwood Hall College you Your Ace Tutor will be your key point of contact employability skills through a range of college- will be allocated a Student Support Tutor who for your academic targets and will help to led activities including work experience. This will be your main point of contact throughout develop and enhance your employability skills. work experience will vary from course to your studies. Student Support Tutors are They will motivate, support and help make course, typically you will undertake a placement committed to your progress, performance sure you are on track to achieve success and for at least one week during the academic year. and personal development. They will help progress. Work experience can also take place on study you to make the most of your time at college days, during college holidays or as part of your by giving you support, guidance and lots of course timetable. encouragement. Our dedicated Work Experience Team will work The team can provide advice, information and with you to prepare you for the world of work guidance on anything that may be concerning and for your next steps after college. you or affecting your learning or personal life. No question is too small and no problem too big, confidential advice and support is what they do best. As part of your studies the SST will deliver a one hour personal development session to support you. 23 ADDITIONAL LEARNING Parents or guardians are kept informed of your FINANCE AND FEES: progress through parent’s evenings. We also SUPPORT have an online Parent Portal that is accessible MONEY MATTERS Helping you make the best start to college life 24/7 to help keep track of a student’s progress College course fees are made up of several possible while studying with us. elements including tuition fees and exam To help you reach your potential we offer a It includes information on attendance, plus fees and the cost depends on your age, prior dedicated, highly qualified and experienced grades awarded for each practical assessment qualifications and personal circumstance. As Learning Support Team to provide assistance and written assignment. Parents are welcome a 16 year old school leaver you qualify for free to learners who have specific needs or to contact your Student Support Tutor at any tuition, you won’t be charged any fees during requirements, such as: time with any concerns or questions they may your course. Contact 0161 643 7560 for further information. • Learning difficulties and/or disabilities have. If you are reading this as a parent and you are • Blind and partially sighted learners It’s also worth noting that all our students can get a free breakfast before 9am. considering returning to education as a mature • Deaf learners and those with hearing student it’s worth noting that, due to funding impairments changes, most learners aged 24+ have to pay • Learners with a physical disability or mobility EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY in full for their course. If you wish to study at needs Hopwood Hall College celebrates equality and Level 3 or above, you can pay for your course • Medical conditions diversity irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, using an Advanced Learning Loan. Our advisors • Social Emotional Behavioural Difficulties sexual orientation, religion or belief, gender can help you submit your application and (SEBD) identity and social economic background. We explain how it works, but essentially you won’t Please let us know on your application form seek to ensure that no member of the College start making repayments until you are earning if you have any specific needs so that we can community receives less favourable treatment over £25,000. ensure a member of the team is present at your on any of these grounds. Equal opportunities interview. are available to every student at Hopwood Hall. FINANCIAL SUPPORT We think that everyone has the right to further WORKING TOGETHER: LINKING SAFEGUARDING education and training. We are committed WITH PARENTS/CARERS Safeguarding is a key priority for Hopwood to supporting learners to achieve their full Hall College and all concerns will be treated potential and may be able to offer financial At Hopwood Hall College the safety and seriously with support put in place where support to help students who are experiencing wellbeing of learners is our key priority. We needed. We have a team of well-trained hardship with costs associated with college. focus on providing high quality teaching, Designated Safeguarding Officers and Student learning and tutoring which meets the needs We have a number of financial support Support Tutors who will work with internal staff and aspirations of learners. We believe that by packages, funded by the Government, that and external agencies to ensure a safe learning working in partnership with parents/guardians are available to assist students who are culture across the College. we have the best opportunity to support the experiencing financial hardship. The funds personal development and success of each of are to enable you to participate and remain in our learners. education and can assist with course costs such as travel, equipment, childcare and lunch. Please visit the financial support page on our website for detailed information and how to apply: www.hopwood.ac.uk/financial-support
24 We place the student at the heart of all that we do, helping ensure the best possible student experience.
Katie Fitzgerald Ben Jackson Ben Forster Studying Special Makeup Office Manager Apprentice Studying Performance Effects for TV & Film at for Laing O’Rourke at Analysis & Coaching at the The University of Bolton Manchester Airport University of Salford My tutors always supported me on Hopwood Hall was much more than My favourite bit of studying Sport was my course, not just with classwork but just about learning on a course. I developed the trip to Portugal and the friends I made with anything I had going on in life that I on a personal level much more during my on the rugby team. The course was great needed help with. It made me feel secure time there than I have at any other point in but these memories and the people I will “and able to achieve. “my life, it was a big part in making me who “never forget. I am.
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Oliver Lee Summira Khan Emma Walters Studying Foundation Studying at the Pastry Chef at Nutters Degree in Sports Coaching University of Salford Restaurant at Hopwood Hall College Coming from a different background, My personality really changed whilst I received a lot of weird looks studying studying at Hopwood Hall. I came to the The success and the experiences I had a sports course. But the tutors and my College with a stutter and was initially with the Football Academy will stay with classmates were brilliant and I loved my hesitant to speak to people. Now, because me for life. My coaches inspired me and “time at Hopwood, I enjoyed it much more “of my tutors and the College’s environment, the friends I made are lifelong, my time than school and had some really good I’m a new woman and I feel confident “at Hopwood was the best I have had in times. enough to tell anyone my thoughts and education. opinions.
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STUDYING AN APPRENTICESHIP Studying towards an apprenticeship is a three way commitment between Apprenticeships your employer, us and you (the apprentice). Ready to start work? An apprenticeship could be for you. An apprenticeship is a great way to earn Apprentice money whilst gaining industry experience in the • Work min 30 hours per week workplace and studying at the same time. • Study towards your qualification At Hopwood Hall College we • Attend college classes support you at every step of your • Complete English and Maths apprenticeship, we work with a range of employers from lots of different industries so we can find the right placement for you.
BENEFITS OF HOPWOOD HALL APPRENTICESHIPS • Choose from a wide range of roles within different industries • Earn a wage whilst you learn • Gain specialist skills through Employer Apprenticeships hands on experience • Employs you in @Hopwood • Excellent career progression a related role to • Work with you • One to one learning with a work undertake the to find suitable based tutor training and gain employment • Receive on the job training by experience • Coach and industry professionals • Provides a mentor you • Develop transferrable skills workplace mentor • Provide classroom to support you as • Gain a qualification recognised training / tutorials an apprentice by industry • Provide additional • Work closely with learning support if us to support your needed learning • Work closely with your employer
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PROGRESS YOUR APPRENTICESHIP HOW TO APPLY EMPLOYER LINKS CAREER PROGRAMMES Applying for an apprenticeship Hopwood Hall is proud to be Apprenticeships are available We offer a range of is easy. You can apply via our working alongside some of the from level 2 - 5 depending on the Apprenticeships in the following website, our team is here to help borough’s leading employers job role, previous qualifications areas: you every step of the way. including: and experience. There is now the • Accounting opportunity to progress in your • Adult Care REGISTER YOUR career without the costs of student loans. • Adult Care Leadership INTEREST (Higher Apprenticeship) Visit www.hopwood.ac.uk/ • Bricklayer search-apprenticeships Apprenticeship • Business Administration • Select the sector you want to programmes are • Carpentry and Joinery (Site) work in offered at three • Commis Chef • Select the apprenticeship you different levels • Customer Service wish to study • Electrician Installation and • Complete the online application Maintenance form and select a time suited to Intermediate Apprenticeship • Engineering Operative meet the team • Level 2 • Engineering Technician • 12-18 months • Fire Emergency and Security • Equivalent to 5 GCSEs • Facilities Management grade 4 and above • Facilities Operative • Hospitality Advanced Apprenticeship • IT Application Specialist • Level 3 • Motor Vehicle • 18-48 months • Plasterer • Equivalent to 2 A-levels • Plumbing and Domestic Technician Sania Akhtar Level 2 Business Admin • Production Chef Studied: Higher Apprenticeship Apprenticeship • Professional Accounting / • Levels 4, 5, 6, 7 Now: Promoted to full time Service Taxation (Higher Apprenticeship) Coordinator at Sudlows • 24 months+ • Property Maintenance “The support I received from the • Equivalent to foundation • Plumbing and Central Heating tutors and the Apprenticeships degree level+ team at Hopwood was really good • Senior Chef Production Cooking throughout my apprenticeship and • Software Development really helped me develop. They helped Technician to pair me with a quality employer like • Team Leader/Supervisor Sudlows and definitely set me on the right career path.”
28 Sector Apprenticeship Level (Min) Day Release Entry Requirements End Point Duration /College Assessment Attendance Assistant Accountant 3 12 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Business Administrator 3 18 N GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Customer Service Practitioner 2 12 N GCSE English and Maths Grade 3 or above Y Business & Facilities Operative 2 12 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 3 or above Y Professional Facilities Management 3 16 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 3 or above Y Team Leading 3 16 N GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Professional Accounting 4 16 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Business Administration 2 12 N GCSE English and Maths Grade 3 or above N Commis Chef 2 12 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Catering & Hospitality Team Member 2 12 N GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Hospitality Hospitality Supervisor 3 12 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Senior Chef Production Cooking 3 18 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Adult Care Worker 2 12 N GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Health Care Leadership 5 24 N GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above N & Care Lead Adult Care Worker 3 24 N GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Bricklayer 2 30 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 3 or above Y Carpentry & Joinery 2 18 Y E&M Grade 1 and above Y Carpentry & Joinery 3 18 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Electrical Installation / Maintenance 3 48 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Fire Emergency and Security Systems 3 36 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Construction Motor Vehicle and Repair 3 36 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y /Trades Auto care Technician 2 30 N GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Plasterer 3 36 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above N Plumbing and Heating 2 24 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Plumbing and Heating 3 24 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Property Maintenance Operative 2 24 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y IT & Software Development Technician 3 16 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y Computing IT User Skills 3 12 N GCSE English and Maths Grade 3 or above N/A Engineering & Engineering Operative 2 12 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 3 or above Y Manufacturing Engineering Technician 3 42 Y GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or above Y
29 STUDENT CABINET Hello and welcome from the Student Cabinet. Our main role is to represent the voice of students and to provide a support mechanism for other learners. We are here for you and we will We are a group of learners from each curriculum work to help improve the College for all future students. area that have been selected to work within the We think Hopwood Hall College is a great place to study, develop and get College with senior managers and with external involved in really exciting projects and activities throughout the year. We hope that you will enjoy your experience here! agencies in the community. We each have specific responsibilities for an area within the College.
30 RIVER SIDE Hopwood Hall College RESTAURANT Sports Arena www.hopwood.ac.uk 0161 653 2070 RIVER SIDE SALON
Hopwood Hall’s licensed RIVER Riverside Restaurant makes fine dining affordable. • Free weights SIDE • Cardio equipment
SALON (Rated 5* on Trip Advisor) Gym • TRX machines The restaurant is open Tuesday-Friday during term time membership • Resistance machines serving lunch and evening gourmet meals, watch out for is FREE for • Dance studio • Fitness classes special theme nights too. all registered Hopwood Hall • Personal training RIVER We look forward to welcoming you soon! students • Available 7 days a week • Free parking Rochdale Campus, St. Mary’s Gate, Rochdale OL12 6RY SIDE t. 01706 751 107 e. [email protected] RESTAURANT www.riversiderestaurant.biz Middleton Campus, Rochdale Road, M24 6XH
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The Riverside Salon at Hopwood Hall RIVER College is a contemporary hair & beauty ARE WO salon offering hairdressing, beauty SIDE therapy, complementary therapy and nail RESTAURANT OD treatments. Affordable prices, quality service. Whether it’s a manicure, facial or new hairstyle you want, come and be pampered in style. Professional retail lines also on sale at reduced prices. Rochdale Campus, St. Mary’s Gate, Rochdale OL12 6RY t. 01706 751 106 e. [email protected] www.riversidesalon.net
32 Working as part of the University of Arts London (UAL) qualification, these courses are designed for learners who have a true passion and curiosity for all aspects of performing arts. Students will have the opportunity The Level 2 course has a strong • Acting technique and to develop their performance skills focus on the practical application performance in a vocational context, where of acquired skills and the course is • Dance technique and they will practically apply their assessed through a combination of performance skills in rehearsal and at external internal and external tasks. Level • Physical theatre technique and events that directly relate to the 3 is a predominantly practical performance industry. Professional portfolios course with an emphasis on the • Working from script will be created by the students application of discipline skills during their study which will be through rehearsal, performance • Staging techniques essential for future progression and reflection. • Contextual research • Stage craft for performance in either higher education or an Course content: industry placement . • Vocal and singing technique and • Up to four in house performance performances a year • Workshop leadership • Music, sound and lighting production • Various workshops from external professionals • Devising theatre • Aerial acrobatics
Level 3 Performing Arts student, Tyler Glaysher, met the Mayor Diploma in Performing and Acting Performance Dance Performance of Rochdale at the premier of Production Arts 2 years - Level 3 2 years - Level 3 the REELmcr produced film 1 year - Level 2 ‘Our Sam the Middleton Man’, a Location: Middleton campus Location: Middleton campus film he was a part of during his Location: Middleton campus Entry requirements Entry requirements studies. Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to include English and Maths. BTEC include English and Maths. BTEC include English and Maths Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
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Level 4: HNC Games Development, HNC Film
Level 3: Performing Arts Art & Design, Graphic Design, Games Development, Employment opportunities Media Production
Level 2: Performing 59,580 Arts, Art & Design, people in the workforce in the region Graphics Design, Media Typical job roles include: Arts producer, playwright, Production, Games dancer, actor/actress, choreographer, Theatre Development Management, director, broadcast presenter, crew member, theatre marketing, drama therapist.
34 The range of Brickwork programmes available allow various entry points depending on your prior knowledge and experience from level 1 through to level 3. Our Brickwork programmes are designed to Course content: provide you with the insight and skills that will • Hands-on practical skills development in enable you to pursue a career in this key area of Brickwork construction. • Knowledge of building methods and Our programmes are aimed at learners wishing construction Apprenticeship programme available to become qualified in their field and progress • Safe working practices in construction - see page 29 onto an apprenticeship while working towards • Structural and decorative brickwork becoming a fully qualified bricklayer. Learners are taught in new, bespoke workshops and • Repair and maintain masonry structures classrooms by industry experienced tutors. You • Complex masonry structures will also undertake work experience within the • Setting out structures from drawings industry as part of your study programme. • Work experience placement in industry
Construction Certificate in Brickwork Diploma in Brickwork Technical certificate in Brickwork Diploma in Brickwork 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year Entry Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Location: Middleton campus Middleton Campus Middleton Campus Middleton Campus Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal requirements 2 GCSE grade 3 and above, grade 2 GSCE grade 3 and above in 2 GSCE grade 4 and above in 2 in English and maths English and maths English and maths
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Level 3: Diploma in Brickwork
Level 2: Brickwork, Employment opportunities Apprenticeship 1.6 million people Level 1: Brickwork currently employed within the industry Entry Level: Construction Typical job roles include: Bricklayer/mason, building/civil Certificate in Brickwork engineering technician, carpenter, joiner, construction supervisor, motor mechanic, painting contractor, plasterer
36 These programmes are designed to provide you with the skills in carpentry and joinery required to pursue a career in this key area of construction. They are designed to provide you with the and passionate tutors. A work experience Course content: insight and skills that will enable you to placement in industry is also an integral • Hands-on practical skills development in successfully pursue a career, whether you wish element of the programme, developing key Carpentry & Joinery to progress into site carpentry or specialise in employability skills and industry experience. • Knowledge of building methods and joinery. construction These programmes are aimed at individuals • Safe working practices in construction wishing to become qualified and experts Apprenticeship programme available • Basic woodworking joints in their field in order to progress onto an - see page 29 apprenticeship while working towards • How to maintain and use carpentry and becoming a fully qualified Carpenter or Joiner. joinery hand tools Learners will have the opportunity to work on • Using carpentry and joinery portable power projects within the local area and will be taught tools in specialised, industry standard workshops • Work experience placement in industry and classrooms by highly experienced
Construction Certificate in Carpentry Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery Technical certificate in Carpentry Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery and Joinery 1 year and Joinery 1 year 1 year Level 1 1 year Level 3 Entry level Level 2 Location: Location: Location: Middleton campus Location: Middleton campus Middleton campus Middleton campus Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements 2 GCSE grade 3 and above, grade Entry requirements 2 GSCE grade 3 and above in No formal requirements 2 in English and Maths 2 GSCE grade 3 and above in English and Maths English and Maths
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Level 3: Apprenticeship or Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery Employment opportunities
Level 2: Carpentry & 1.6 million people Joinery, Construction currently employed within the industry Skills, Apprenticeship Typical job roles include: Bricklayer/mason, building/civil engineering technician, carpenter, joiner, construction Level 1: Construction Skills supervisor, motor mechanic, painting contractor, plasterer
38 The range of Electrical Installation programmes provide an ideal route into the Electrical Installation sector whether you are aspiring to become an Electrician within the domestic or industrial fields. There are a number of programmes depending You will gain an invaluable insight into the Course content: on your existing knowledge and experience, electrical and building services industries, • Lighting circuits which range from level 1 through to level 3. If which will be further underpinned by a work • Rings and radials (sockets) you are looking to engage in a career in the experience placement with an approved electrical industry, these programmes will business, ensuring you develop employability • Health and safety in building services enable you to develop the necessary hands-on skills essential to your career development. The • Scientific principles skills, knowledge and experience to do this. specialist workshops and training areas are all • Cooker circuits Progression into higher level technical pathways designed and equipped to industry standards • Shower circuits through apprenticeships or Higher Education and you will be supported by a team of highly • 18th edition consumer unit installations routes would enable learners to further develop experienced and passionate tutors. • Single and three phase motors and career prospects within what is a rapidly associated starters evolving and exciting sector. • Generators including micro generation theory Apprenticeship programme available • Data circuit points - see page 29 • SWA Sub-mains • Containment systems; trunking, conduit and tray • Various wiring systems and types and associated applications
Diploma in Electrical Installation Technical Certificate in Electrical Installation Diploma in Electrical Installation 1 year 1 year 1 year Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Middleton Middleton Middleton Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal requirements, places are offered Successful completion of the level 1 programme Successful completion of level 2 and GCSEs subject to successful interview. and achievement of Functional Skills in English grade 4 or above in English and Maths. and Maths at level 1 or GCSEs grade 4 or above in English and Maths. 39 Your learning ladder
Level 4: HNC/HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Level 3: Electrical Installation, Apprenticeship Employment opportunities Level 2: Electrical Installation, 1.3 million people Apprenticeship currently employed within the industry Typical job roles include: Engineering technician, aircraft Level 1: Electrical fitter, process technician, energy plant operative, computer Installation technician, plumber, heating engineer, sheet metal worker
40 The range of Engineering programmes on offer enables you to identify the pathway which is most closely aligned to your particular technical interests and career aspirations. There are a number of vocational and technical programmes to choose from depending on your prior knowledge and experience at either level 2 or level 3. These programmes will enable you to develop the necessary hands-on skills, knowledge and experience in order to progress into higher Mechanical level technical pathways through either an • Manufacturing apprenticeship or Higher Education (HNC/ • Fabrication and Welding FdEng/BSc/BEng) route, enabling learners to • CAD/CAM further develop their career prospects within • Systems Maintenance what is a rapidly evolving and exciting field. Our specialist workshops, labs and facilities Electrical/Electronic are all designed and equipped to industry • HV systems and distribution standards and you will be supported by a team of highly experienced and passionate tutors. • System Design • Digital Principles Examples of pathways you will have the opportunity to study include: • Electronic components
Advanced Technologies • System Control and Automation • Microprocessors • Robotics • Mechatronics • AI
41 Employment opportunities 1.3 million people currently employed within the industry Typical job roles include: Engineering technician, aircraft fitter, process technician, energy plant operative, computer technician, plumber, heating engineer, sheet metal worker
42 The electrical/electronic programmes are developed for learners who are interested in the digital world around us which includes; automation, programming, analogue and digital communication systems, CAD/CAM and rapid prototyping. The focus on core disciplines within engineering Course content: provides our Learner with the knowledge and • Electrical power and further electrical power hand-on skills needed to develop and build • Electrical and electronic principles a successful career within the engineering sectors. • Combinational and sequential logic • Utilisation of electrical energy Work experience and placement within industry is integral to all programmes to • Health and safety in the workplace and further underpin the development of essential engineering environment employability skills. • Communications for engineering technicians • Maths for technicians • Using CAD techniques in engineering • Interpreting and using engineering information
Technical Certificate in Electrical/Electronic Foundation Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronic in Engineering Engineering Engineering 1 year 1 year 1/2 year Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Middleton Middleton Middleton Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements Functional Skills in English and maths at level GCSEs at grade 4 or above in English and Successful completion of a Foundation Diploma 1 or GCSEs grade 3 or above in English and Maths in Engineering and/or GCSEs at grade 4 or Maths above in English and Maths
43 Your learning ladder Employment opportunities Level 4: HNC/HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering 1.3 million people currently employed within the industry Level 3: Electrical/Electronic Typical job roles include: Engineering technician, aircraft Engineering fitter, process technician, energy plant operative, computer technician, plumber, heating engineer, sheet metal worker
44 The mechanical programmes are developed Course content: L2 NVQ Diploma in Performing Engineering for learners who are interested in the • Working in engineering environments Operations (7682) technological world around us which includes; • Principles of engineering technology 1 year design, manufacturing, maintenance and the • Manual tool and equipment skills Level 2 engineering environment. The focus on core disciplines within engineering provides learners • Manufacturing processes Location: with the knowledge and hand-on skills needed • Health and safety principles within Middleton to develop and build a successful career within engineering disciplines Entry requirements the engineering sectors. • Product fabrication 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to include English Work experience and placement within • Welding and Maths however, offer is subject to industry is integral to all programmes to • Technical Drawing successful interview. further underpin the development of essential • CAD/CAM employability skills.
Apprenticeship programme available - see page 29
L2 Certificate and Diploma in L3 Diploma in Engineering (2850) Foundation Diploma in Mechanical Extended Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (2850) 1 year Engineering Engineering 1 year Level 3 1 year 1/2 years Level 2 Level 3 Location: Level 3 Location: Middleton Location: Location: Middleton Middleton Entry requirements Middleton Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grades 4 or above to Entry requirements Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grades 4 or above to include English and Maths and GCSEs at grade 4 or above in Successful completion a include English and Maths level 2 Cert/Diploma in engineering English and Maths Foundation Diploma in Engineering (2850) and/or GCSEs at grade 4 or above in English and Maths
45 Your learning Employment opportunities ladder 1.3 million people currently employed within the industry Level 3: Engineering Typical job roles include: Engineering technician, aircraft fitter, process technician, energy plant operative, computer Level 2: Performing technician, plumber, heating engineer, sheet metal worker Engineering Operations
46 The range of Motor vehicle programmes You will gain an invaluable insight into the Course content: allows various entry points depending on Automotive industries, which will be further • Health and Safety prior knowledge and experience from level 1 underpinned by a work experience placement • Chassis Systems through to level 3. If you are keen to embark in industry, ensuring you develop employability • Engine systems on a career within the motor vehicle industry, skills essential to your career development. • Transmission systems these programmes will enable you to develop The specialist workshops and training areas • Electrical and Electronic systems the necessary hands-on skills, knowledge are all designed and equipped to industry and experience. Progression into higher level standards and you will be supported by a team • Inspect and service vehicle technical pathways through apprenticeships of highly experienced and passionate tutors. • Diagnostic and complex diagnostic systems or Higher Education routes enables learners to further develop career prospects within this exciting sector. Apprenticeship programme available - see page 29
L1 Diploma / Award in L2 Vehicle Fast Fit L2 Diploma in Vehicle L2 Technical Certificate in L3 Diploma in Vehicle Vehicle Maintenance & 1 year Maintenance & Repair Automotive Technology Maintenance & Repair Repair Level 2 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 1 Location: Middleton Location: Location: Location: Location: Middleton Middleton Middleton Middleton Entry requirements Successful completion of Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements the level 1 programme and Successful completion of GCSEs grade 4 or above in Successful completion of No formal requirements, achievement of Functional the level 1 programme and English and Maths the level 2 programme and however offer is subject to Skills in English and maths achievement of Functional achievement of GCSEs successful interview. at Entry 3 or GCSEs grade Skills in English and maths grade 4 or above in English 2 or above in English and at level 1 or GCSEs grade and Maths Maths 3 or above in English and Maths
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Level 3: Vehicle Maintenance, Apprenticeship Employment opportunities Level 2: Vehicle Maintenance, Fast Fit, Automotive Technology, 1.6 million people currently employed within the industry Level 1: Vehicle Typical job roles include: Bricklayer/mason, building/civil Maintenance engineering technician, carpenter, joiner, construction supervisor, motor mechanic, painting contractor, plasterer
48 These diverse construction programmes enable you to try your hand at a variety of different construction and building disciplines whilst developing your practical skills and insight into the construction industry. You will study brickwork, carpentry, painting and decorating, plastering, plumbing, tiling and a variety of outdoor maintenance activities. These programmes are particularly suitable for individuals who are looking for an introduction Course content: to the construction industry and who aren’t Apprenticeship programme available • Bricklaying Skills sure which specialist areas they wish to follow. - see page 29 • Carpentry & Joinery skills Learners are taught in new, bespoke workshops • Painting & Decorating skills and classrooms by industry experienced • Plastering skills tutors. It is anticipated that you would look to specialise in a particular field on completion of • Plumbing Skills THIS COURSE IS A GREAT • Tiling Skills your programme, which could be through a full INTRODUCTION TO A NUMBER OF TRADES time study or apprenticeship route. • Safe working practices IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY • Knowledge of building methods and construction • Groundworks/paving/fencing • Outdoor maintenance projects • Work experience placement in industry
Construction Certificate in Multi-skills Diploma in Multi-skills 1 year 1 year Entry level Level 1 Location: Location: Middleton Campus Middleton Campus Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal requirements 2 GSCE grade 3 and above grade 2 in English and maths
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Level 3: Brickwork, Plastering, Painting & Decorating, Apprenticeship
Level 2: Brickwork, Carpentry & Joinery, Plastering, Painting & Decorating, Apprenticeship Employment opportunities Level 1: Construction Skills, Brickwork, Carpentry & 1.6 million people Joinery, Plastering, Painting currently employed within the industry & Decorating Typical job roles include: Bricklayer/mason, building/civil engineering technician, carpenter, joiner, construction Entry Level: Multi Skills supervisor, motor mechanic, painting contractor, plasterer
50 These programmes are aimed at learners who wish to pursue a career in painting and decorating, or want to work in the industry and specialise in decorative effects and spraying. You can also progress through an apprenticeship route and work towards becoming a qualified painter and decorator These programmes will enable you to gain the Course content: skills and knowledge required for employment • Hands-on practical skills development in and/or career progression. Students will have Painting & Decorating the opportunity to work with real life clients • Knowledge of building methods and within the local area on projects. Learners construction are taught in new, bespoke workshops and classrooms by industry experienced tutors. You • Safe working practices in construction will learn the techniques of decorative effects • Apply foundation, plain and specialist wall and the application of paint by spray. coverings • Erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms • Prepare common surfaces types for decoration • Produce standard and specialist decorative effects • Application of architectural features • Work experience placement in industry
Diploma in Painting and Decorating Technical certificate in Painting and Decorating Diploma in Painting and Decorating 1year 1 year 1 year Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Middleton Campus Middleton Campus Middleton Campus Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements 2 GSCE grade 3 and above grade 2 in English 2 GSCE grade 3 and above in English and maths 2 GSCE grade 3 and above in English and maths and maths
51 Employment opportunities 1.6 million people currently employed within the industry Typical job roles include: Bricklayer/mason, building/civil engineering technician, carpenter, joiner, construction supervisor, motor mechanic, painting contractor, plasterer
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Level 2: Painting & Decorating, Apprenticeship
Level 1: Painting and Decorating
52 These programmes are aimed at learners who wish to pursue a career in plastering or want to work in the industry. You can also progress through an apprentice route and work towards becoming a qualified plasterer. These study programmes will enable you Course content: Apprenticeship programme available to gain the skills and knowledge required • Hands-on practical skills development in - see page 29 for employment and/or career progression. Plastering Students will learn, develop and practise their • Safe working practices in construction skills to apply a range of internal plasters and external renders including the range of new • Knowledge of building methods and external renders such as K rend. Learners construction are taught in new bespoke workshops and • Apply plaster materials to internal classrooms by industry experienced tutors. backgrounds • Form sand and cement screeds • Prepare background surfaces and plaster materials • Produce components from moulds • Fibrous work/running in situ moulds • Work experience placement in industry
Diploma in Plastering Technical Certificate in Plastering 1 year 1 year Level 1 Level 2 Location: Location: Middleton Campus Middleton Campus Entry requirements Entry requirement 2 GSCE grade 3 and above grade 2 in English 2 GSCE grade 3 and above in English and maths and maths
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Level 3: Plastering, Employment opportunities Apprenticeship
Level 2: Plastering, 1.6 million people Apprenticeship currently employed within the industry Typical job roles include: Bricklayer/mason, building/civil Level 1: Construction Skills, engineering technician, carpenter, joiner, construction Plastering supervisor, motor mechanic, painting contractor, plasterer
54 The range of Plumbing programmes available allow various entry points depending on prior knowledge and experience from level 1 through to level 3. If you are keen to embark on a career within the plumbing and heating industry, these programmes will enable you to develop the necessary hands-on skills, knowledge and experience. Progression into higher level technical pathways Course content: Apprenticeship programme available through apprenticeships or Higher Education • Common plumbing processes - see page 29 routes would enable learners to further develop • Cold water systems career prospects within this exciting sector. • Domestic hot water systems You will gain an invaluable insight into the • Central heating systems construction and building services industries, which will be further underpinned by a work • Health and safety in building services experience placement in industry, ensuring you • Scientific principles for domestic, industrial develop employability skills essential to your and commercial plumbing career development. • Sanitation and Drainage systems The specialist workshops and training areas are • Electrical principles and processes for building all designed and equipped to industry standards services engineering and you will be supported by a team of highly • Understand how to communicate with others experienced and passionate tutors. within building services
Diploma in Plumbing Technical Certificate in Plumbing Diploma in Plumbing 1 year 1 year 1 year Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Middleton Middleton Middleton Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal requirements, however offer subject Successful completion of the level 1 programme Successful completion of level 2 and GCSEs to successful interview. and achievement of Functional Skills in English grade 4 or above in English and Maths and maths at level 1 or GCSEs grade 4 or above in English and Maths
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Level 3: Plumbing, Employment opportunities Apprenticeship
Level 2: Plumbing, 1.6 million people Apprenticeship currently employed within the industry Typical job roles include: Bricklayer/mason, building/civil Level 1: Plumbing, engineering technician, carpenter, joiner, construction Multi-skilled supervisor, motor mechanic, painting contractor, plasterer
56 This course is aimed at individuals who have strong numeracy and problem solving skills and are looking to pursue a career in accountancy or finance. Learners have a unique opportunity to specialise in accountancy through AAT Level 2 and Level 3. Learners will also gain substantial work experience in year 1 and 2 helping them to successfully progress into employment. In addition to your studies you will also have Course content: the opportunity to undertake work experience • Preparing final accounts in an accounts environment for 1 or 2 days per (sole trader/partnership) week • Cost accounting Apprenticeship programme available On successful completion of this course, you • Preparing VAT returns - see page 29 will be awarded an AAT Level 3 Advanced • Double entry bookkeeping Diploma in Accounting • Computerised accounts Opportunities for employment may include: • Spreadsheets • Accounts Assistant • Advanced book keeping • Bookkeeper • Students will also be expected to undertake • Credit Controller a minimum of 2 days work experience per • Tax Assistant / Accountant week.
Accounting Academy 1 or 2 years Level 2 & 3 Location: Middleton campus Entry requirements 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English or Maths. BTEC Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
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Level 4: Diploma in 1.3 million Accounting Apprenticeship Employment opportunities in legal, finance and accounting Typical job roles include: Human Level 3: Business Over 2 million resources officer, office manager, Enterprise, administrative officer, housing officer, Accounting Academy, marketing executive, accounting Travel & Tourism people technician, paralegal, financial account currently employed within business and manager, payroll manager, finance Level 2: Business Enterprise, administrative roles and officer, legal secretary, overseas resort Travel & Tourism rep, airline/airport personnel
58 These courses are aimed at people with lively and enquiring minds who have an interest in business, including setting up their own. You’ll need to have a willingness to explore new ideas and an ability to communicate ideas effectively. You learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations and activities, often with businesses in the local community. Level 2 course content: Level 3 course content: Apprenticeship programme available • Finance in business • The business environment - see page 29 • Customer service • Business resources • Marketing • Business accounting • Introduction to retail • Starting a small business • Visual merchandising • Aspects of the legal system and law-making • Sales and personal selling process • Recruitment and selection • Developing teams in business • Enterprise in the business world • Customer service • Using business documents • Introduction to marketing • Promoting a brand • Managing a business event • Business online • Business communication • International business
Business Enterprise Academy Business Enterprise Academy preparatory year 2 years 1 year Level 3 Level 2 Location: Location: Middleton campus Middleton campus Entry requirements Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to include English or Maths. BTEC include English and Maths Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
59 Your learning 1.3 million Employment opportunities in legal, finance and accounting ladder Typical job roles include: Human Over 2 million resources officer, office manager, Level 3: Business Enterprise, administrative officer, housing officer, Accounting Academy, Travel people marketing executive, accounting & Tourism technician, paralegal, financial account currently employed within business and manager, payroll manager, finance administrative roles and officer, legal secretary, overseas resort Level 2: Business Enterprise, rep, airline/airport personnel Travel & Tourism
60 Travel and Tourism is an exciting, challenging and vibrant industry which accounts for over 200 million jobs worldwide and 3 million in the UK. It is a multi-billion pound business and is one of the fastest growing sectors in the world, accounting for 1 in 10 jobs in the UK, 21,500 at Manchester Airport alone. Level 2 course content: Level 3 course content: • The UK travel and tourism sector • Marketing • UK, European and long-haul travel • UK travel and tourism destinations • Customer service destinations • International travel and tourism destinations • Visitor attractions • Events in the hospitality industry • The cruise industry • The travel and tourism industry • Specialist and responsible tourism • Holiday representatives • The business of travel and tourism The Level 3 course is designed as a two year study programme but there is an option to • Customer service • Overseas resort representative undertake a one year Diploma instead. Please • Organising a travel and tourism study visit • Entertainment for holiday makers ask for more details at your interview. • UK visitor attractions • Retail and business travel
BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Travel & BTEC Extended Diploma Travel & Tourism or BTEC Tourism Diploma Travel & Tourism (with Cabin Crew and 1 year Travel Services) Level 2 2 years Level 3 Location: Middleton campus Location: Middleton campus Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to include English Entry requirements and Maths 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English and Maths. BTEC Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
61 Your learning ladder Employment opportunities 1.3 million Level 3: Business in legal, finance and accounting Enterprise Academy, Typical job roles include: Event Accounting Academy, Over 3 million management, hospitality management, Travel & Tourism travel agency and tour operator, cabin people crew, airport personnel, overseas Level 2: Business Enterprise currently employed within the UK travel representative, various roles on cruise Academy, Travel & Tourism and tourism industry ships
62 Our creative art courses are validated by the University of Arts London (UAL) and are a stepping stone into a myriad of creative art and design courses at a higher level of study or employment within Creative Industries. On application you should demonstrate your enthusiasm for the subject area through a current portfolio of work, clearly illustrating your drawing skills and creativity. Throughout the year you will study are lively, innovative and train Course content: a range of disciplines including students in both creative and • Contextual references in art & • Painting fine art and textiles and gain technical aspects of art. design • Printmaking knowledge about contemporary As part of a very broad curriculum • 3D/2D visual communication • Surface relief art practice and art history. You will these courses provide the • Building an art and design • 3D design, crafts and fine art learn how to use digital processes opportunity to undertake live portfolio • Photography in order to enhance your traditional projects with an emphasis on work • Working in the art and design artwork. related learning. • Digital Imaging/Concept Art industry You will also take part in trips You will be given the opportunity • Textiles and visits to various galleries and to take part in competitions with • Graphics museums, as well as carrying outside agencies, which in previous out research on the possibilities years have included Touchstones • Drawing of working in the art and design Art Gallery, Bolton University and a industry. Art and Design courses range of local businesses.
Vocational Programme in Art & Extended Certificate in Art & Design Extended Diploma in Art & Design Design 1 year 2 years 1 year Level 2 Level 3 Morgan Fay: After finishing her Level 1 Art course, Morgan displayed Location: Location: her work at the famous New Location: Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Designers Exhibition in London Rochdale campus Entry requirements Entry requirements where she received two Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to employment offers and her Entry Level of Functional Skills include English and Maths include English and Maths. BTEC wallpaper and luggage designs English and Maths Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 were commissioned by retail or VRQ Level 2 companies.
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Level 3: Art & Design, Graphic Design, Games Employment opportunities Development, Media Production 59,580 people in the workforce in the region Level 2: Art & Design, Typical job roles include: Artist, Printer, Arts teacher, Art Graphic Design, Media Therapist, Illustrator, Interior Designer, Architect, Fashion Production, Games Designer, Journalist, Branding and Marketing, Costume Development, Design, Set Design, Photographer, Film Maker, Art Curatorship, Surface pattern and Textiles, VFX, Games Design Level 1: Art & Design
64 The world of video games is incredibly exciting with many different job roles and career paths. Here at Hopwood, we will provide you with a strong visual and creative base and you’ll have access to four industry standard PC gaming labs with facilities including; a 3D printer, green screen, sound recording suite, Wacom Tablets, Oculus Touch and VIVE VR technology. From the start you will design, Course content: • Video game SFX Extended Certificate in Games develop and make a range of • Games design theory & practice • Video game sound track Development games incorporating both 2D and • 2D& 3D games engines production 1 year 3D, producing all assets from the • Industry Live Briefs Level 2 story and characters to sounds, • 3D modelling The Level 2 course is a one year sprites, animations, 3D models and • Texturing, lighting and rendering Location: study programme where you can more. You will be encouraged to techniques Rochdale campus develop the game making skills ‘play’, to experiment, to understand • 2D & 3D animation needed to create a 2D game. Entry requirements and question the nature of games, • Concept Art/Digital Painting 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to expressing your concepts and techniques for objects, The Level 3 course is designed as include English and Maths ideas through personal project characters and environments a two year study programme but there is an option to undertake work and live briefs using industry • Computer game story a Diploma in one year instead. standard software and hardware development Extended Diploma in Games all set within the framework of a Please ask for more details at your Development • CGI & VFX interview. games design studio. 2 years Level 3
Mark McManus: During his course, Mark learned a lot Location: about different types of software and how they are Rochdale campus used professionally. Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to He also credits the course with developing his ability to include English and Maths. BTEC work with others. Now, Mark works as Games Designer Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 for Supermassive Games in London. He is responsible for or VRQ Level 2 daily scrums, working with the design and art teams and fixing bugs.
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Level 4: HNC Games Development, HNC Film
Level 3: Games Development, Media Production, Art & Employment opportunities Design, Graphic Design
Level 2: Games Development, 529,000 people Media Production, Graphic currently employed within the arts industry Design, Art & Design Typical job roles include: Producer, Marketing managers, Market research analyst, Sales, Game Artist, Level Level 1: Art & Design Designer, 3D Generalist, Animator, VFX Artist, Concept Artist, Sound Artist, QA Tester, Game Programmer, Writer,
66 These courses are for those who want to develop the skills to enable them to work within the graphic design industry and have a passion for creative work, enjoying creating digital images, designs and photographs. You will work in a professional environment on Apple Mac computers and will be introduced to industry standard software. The Level 2 course is one year and The two year Level 3 course further Course content: designed to act as an introduction develops your skills combining • Graphic design projects • Animation to graphic design, developing your technical and creative approaches. • Computer design using industry • Mixed media skills with design ideas generation, Students are encouraged to standard software • Presentation skills photography and computer design develop their own individuality skills. You will work on graphic whilst working on live design briefs • Photography • Building a professional design design briefs and learn to explore and create exciting, imaginative • Typography portfolio design techniques and processes and professional design work for • Drawing and manipulating • Industry live briefs and bring this into your own work. external clients. images • 3D/2D visual communication
Extended Certificate in Graphic Design Extended Diploma in Graphic Design 1 year 2 years Level 2 Level 3 Location: Location: Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Entry requirements Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to include English 4 GCSEs grade 4or above to include English and Maths and Maths. BTEC Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
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Level 4: HNC Game Art & Development and HNC Film
Level 3: Graphic Design, Art & Design, Games Development, Media Production Employment opportunities
Level 2: Graphic Design, 529,000 people Art & Design, Media currently employed within the industry Production, Games Development Typical job roles include: Arts producer, Artist, Illustrator, Interior Designer, app/web designer, Graphic Designer, Typographer, Packaging Designer, Digital Marketing, Level 1: Art & Design Architect, Set Design, Teacher, Games Designer, Artworker/Visualiser, Sign-maker, photographer
68 This course is aimed at people who wish to work in the TV and Film industries. Units focus on the creative and technical aspects of TV and film. When undertaking practical Course content: Extended Certificate in Creative assessments, you are expected to • Short film production Media Production perform to an industry standard • TV studio work 1 year and use your own initiative to Level 2 research required topics. • Photography • Audio recording and editing The programme is designed to Location: prepare you for employment in the • Radio broadcasting Rochdale campus • Radio presenting exciting world of TV and Film and Entry requirements its related industries such as audio • Podcasting 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to production, broadcast, marketing • Documentary making include English and Maths and PR. • Promotional and corporate video You will also undertake many project industry related enrichment visits • Video editing such as post production houses, • Music video Extended Diploma in Media film and TV sets and tours to • Stop motion animation Production enhance your learning experience. • Soundtrack for video production 2 years Level 3 Location: Rochdale campus Aaron Diskin: During his studies, Aaron developed a passion for writing and started his own Oldham AFC match report Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to Facebook page - which averaged 1000 views per report. His include English and Maths. BTEC page caught the attention of the BBC where he now works in a Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 full time Runner role. or VRQ Level 2.
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Level 4: HNC Film and HNC Game Art & Development
Level 3: Media Production, Games Dev, Art & Design, Employment opportunities Graphic Design
Level 2: Creative Media, 529,000 people Games Development, currently employed within the industry Graphic Design, Art & Typical job roles include: Video Producer, Camera Operator, Design Post production (visual and audio based), Runner, Floor Manager, Sound design, Boom Operator, Director, Level 1: Art & Design Journalist, Blogger, Content Strategist, Art Director, Social Media Specialist
70 If your first language is not English and you want to improve your written and spoken English, this course is for you. Covering the four main skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing, you will gain nationally recognised qualifications in English language. You also have the opportunity to gain national qualifications in ICT & Maths. In addition, you will learn about Course content: ESOL UK culture and take part in events • Write emails, reviews, reports, 1 year/2 year depending on to celebrate your own. You’ll also job application letters and assessment take part in fun competitions to supporting statements to apply Level dependant on assessment develop job interview skills and for college courses entrepreneurial skills, and develop Location: • Work in sports, IT, accounting, the confidence to live, study and Rochdale campus health care and child care, work in the UK successfully. hairdressing Middleton campus Magda Paszkiewicz Initially, Magda • Speak to and understand (evening classes) came to the College to improve doctors, work colleagues, Entry requirements her English and quickly became teachers and members of the No formal qualifications community. one of ESOL’s best students, • Read and understand progressing onto a Level 3 & 4 information, news, instructions Education and Training course. and books • Make friends using English Magda credits her lecturers with • Develop employability skills inspiring her to progress and become an ESOL lecturer • Take part in enrichment opportunities herself.
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Level 2: English, GCSE English, Speaking & Listening, Maths, GCSE Maths
Level 1: English, Speaking & Listening, Reading, Writing, Maths, ICT, Skills for Life, Employability Skills
Entry Level: Functional English, Speaking & Listening, Reading, Writing, Functional Maths, Functional Employment opportunities ICT, Stepping Up to Life Once a good level of spoken and written Skills, Life Skills Plus, Life English is attained, you will be able to Skills, Supported Internship, undertake courses in other areas of the College. Please see individual course pages for Work Skills details of typical job roles within each industry.
72 These courses accommodate learners aged 16-24 who have challenges/barriers to entering education, employment or training. They are designed for students who want to gain some qualifications in a mixture of life, vocational, functional skills, or in a chosen vocational area. Courses are nationally accredited support ongoing progression Pathways to Adulthood Stepping Up and offer a variety of opportunities to employment, voluntary work This is a study programme that 1 year including enrichment, work or apprenticeships. It includes offers a wide range of relevant Entry Level 1 placements, sports, trips, visits and support with English, maths and and practical activities as well as guest speakers. Students will also digital skills. support for young adults with a Location: gain functional skills in English, diverse range of needs, to help Middleton campus maths and ICT at an appropriate them move towards greater Work Skills Entry requirements level. understanding. The programme aims to provide No formal qualifications Stepping Up, Life Skills, a broad learning experience with It has been designed specifically Life Skills Plus the development of the personal for young people who have Units include These courses help develop the and social skills you need to access learning difficulties or disabilities. • Understanding relationships necessary skills for independence employment. Students will also • Exploring music in order to make positive decisions gain functional skills in English, • Gardening for pleasure about your future which may or maths and ICT at an appropriate • Exploring art may not involve a working life. level. • Volunteering Students will also gain functional • Living in a diverse society skills in English, maths and ICT at an appropriate level. • Independent living • Maths & English Supported Internship This course is for young people, aged 16-25, with an Education, Health Care Plan (EHCP). It is designed to develop the necessary skills for employment alongside a job coach. The work experience should be in a place of your interest and aspirations and should
73 Life Skills Pathways in Adulthood Life Skills Plus Work Skills Supported Internship 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 or 2 years 1 year Entry Level 2 Entry Level 2 Entry Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Middleton campus Location: Location: Middleton campus Middleton campus Middleton campus Middleton campus Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal qualifications. Entry requirements Entry requirements Learners need to No formal qualifications Learners must have EHCP No formal qualifications. No formal qualifications. demonstrate their willingness to achieve Units include Age Entry Level 1 or Entry Level 2 or ability sustainable employment • Health & fitness 16-25 Life Skills. to carry out a work and should be able to placement. • Using public transport complete a supported work Five aspects Units include placement. • Accessing helping • Employability • Participation in team Units include services activities • E3 Award in Independent • Good Health Units include • Getting about safely • Action planning Living - Leisure Activities • Independent Living • Employability skills • Making choices • Building confidence • E3 Award in Skills For • Customer service • Community Inclusion Employment, Training • Personal awareness • Dealing with problems • Communication • Maths & English and PSD • Working as a volunteer at work • Work experience • Drugs and alcohol • Maths & English • Travelling to and from • Maths & English work • Emotional Intelligence • Participation in a • Digital Media supported work • Work experience placement • Participation in team • Maths & English activities • Outdoor pursuits • Maths & English
Your learning ladder Raymond Tomlinson “I love coming to college and I know it is going to help me to live on my own. I am glad I did Level 2: English, GCSE English, Maths, GCSE Maths, specific this course because it has helped me vocational course to think about work and I know I have Level 1: English, Maths, ICT, Skills for Life, Employability Skills, improved my personal skills. specific vocational course I felt so proud of myself on Awards Entry Level: Functional English, Functional Maths, night, my Grandma saw me get an Functional ICT, Stepping Up to Life Skills, Life Skills Plus, award for my hard work. I shall Life Skills, Supported, Internship, Work Skills miss my friends and tutors very much.”
74 These courses are for those who want to gain beauty therapy skills and knowledge, plus industry experience, through working in a realistic salon environment. Students will get the opportunity to develop the skills learned in the training rooms, in our own commercial Riverside Salon and also practice many new treatments within the beauty therapy field. Course content: L2 is the starting point for a career L3 is the progression route for a L4 will prepare you for further study You will gain both advanced in beauty therapy. It can be a one career in beauty therapy and spa. It such as the Foundation Degree beauty therapy skills and or two year programme based on includes:- course. management training which will IAG and qualifications on entry. It • Body massage It will also give you an excellent support you in achieving your includes:- career or study goals. It includes: • Facial and body electrotherapy qualification to use when looking for work in the beauty industry. • Beauty retail • Microdermabrasion • Quality management of client care in the hair and beauty • Anatomy and physiology • Dry spa treatments sector. • Facial treatments • Stone therapy • Manicure & pedicure services • Salon management • Light cured gel polish • Advanced Epilation Techniques • Hair removal • Enhance appearance using micro-pigmentation treatment • Lash and brow treatments • Laser and light treatments for • Make-up application hair removal • Tanning
Introduction to Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy - Beauty route Technical Certificate in Beauty Retail 1 year, Level 1 1 year, Level 2 Location Location Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal requirements 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to include English and E/2 in Maths Progression Progression Level 2 certificate in beauty retail, Level 2 certificate in make-up artistry, Level 2 technical certificate in beauty therapy, based on achieving GCSE based on achieving the required Level 1 functional skill in English and English and Maths Maths
75 Technical Certificate in Beauty Therapy Advanced Diploma in Beauty and Spa Therapy Advanced Diploma in Beauty Therapy Techniques 1 year, Level 2 1 year, Level 3 1 year, Level 4 Location Location Location Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English Level 2 technical certificate in beauty therapy Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Beauty and Spa and Maths 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English or therapy. Progression Maths 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English or Maths Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Beauty and Spa Progression Therapy, employment as junior therapist Higher Education, employment Progression Higher Education, employment
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Level 3: Beauty Therapy, Special Effects Theatrical Make-up & Hair, Hairdressing Employment opportunities
Level 2: Beauty Therapy, Hair 245,795 people & Media Make-up, Ladies & currently employed within the industry Men’s Hairdressing Typical job roles include: Beauty therapist in a salon, spa or cruise liner, beauty or Level 1: Introduction to the make-up consultancy and sales, salon/spa, Hair & Beauty Sector management, teaching.
76 These courses are for those who want to gain hairdressing skills and knowledge, plus industry experience, through working in a realistic salon environment. Students will get the opportunity to develop the skills learned in the training rooms in our very popular ‘Riverside Salon’ and also practice new fashion and current trends within hairdressing. Course Content: L2 is the starting point for a career in hairdressing. L3 is the progression route for a career in Lucy Atherton “My favourite It can be a one or two year programme based on hairdressing and includes: bits from college are the IAG and qualifications on entry and includes: • Cutting hair using a combination of friends I made and the tutors • Consultation techniques I have remained close with • Shampooing and conditioning • Creatively colouring and lightening hair post-College. I had such a fun • Styling, setting and dressing hair • Creatively styling and dressing hair time whilst studying, the whole beauty and hairdressing floor • Plaiting and twisting • Hair colour correction was the friendliest place to be.” • Basic cutting techniques • Cutting men’s hair • Colouring and lightening hair • Perming hair
Introduction to Hairdressing Technical Certificate for Hair Technical Certificate for Level 2 Technical Certificate Advanced Technical Diploma and Beauty Therapy - Colouring Services Cutting and Styling Services in Hairdressing in Hairdressing Hairdressing route 1 year, Level 2 (year 1) 1 year, Level 2 (year2) 1 year, Level 2 1 year, Level 3 I year, Level 1 Location Location Location Location Location Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above No formal entry to include English and 2 in to include English and 2 in to include English or Maths to include English or Maths requirements Maths Maths plus L2 technical certificate Progression in hairdressing Progression Progression Progression L3 Advanced Technical Level 2 Hairdressing, Level L2 technical certificate for L3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Hairdressing Progression 2 Hair and Media Make-up, cutting and styling services Diploma in Hairdressing Higher Education, apprenticeship employment or training
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Level 3: Special Effects Theatrical Make-up & Hair, Employment opportunities Hairdressing
Level 2: Hair & Media Make 245,795 people up, Ladies & Men’s currently employed within the industry Hairdressing Typical job roles include: Hairdresser in a salon, spa or cruise liner, hairdressing Level 1: Introduction to consultancy and sales, salon the Hair & Beauty Sector management, teaching
78 These courses are for those who want to gain barbering skills and knowledge, plus industry experience, through working in a realistic salon environment. Students will get the opportunity to develop the skills learned in the training rooms in our very popular ‘Riverside Salon’ and also practice new fashion and current trends within barbering. L2 aims to provide you with a range of essential Level 3 covers advanced practical skills and and practical skills and knowledge, which will essential knowledge for working within the lead to employment or further training within barbering industry and includes: the barbering industry. It includes: • Consultation • Health and Safety • Cutting men’s hair • Advise and Consult • Cutting facial hair • Shampoo and Condition Hair • Shaving and facial massage services • Cutting Gents Hair • Creative hairdressing skills • Blow Styling Gents • Design and create patterns • Hair Salon Reception Duties • Scalp massage • Cutting Facial Hair into Shape • Health & safety
Introduction to Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy - Technical Certificate in Barbering Advanced Technical Diploma in Barbering Barbering route 1 year 1 year I year Level 2 Level 3 Level 1 Location Location Location Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to include English 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English or No formal entry requirements and 2 in Maths Maths plus L2 technical certificate in Barbering Progression Progression Progression Level 2 Barbering L3 Advanced technical Diploma in Barbering Higher Education, employment or training Level 2 Hairdressing, Level 2 Hair and Media Make-up, apprenticeship
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Level 3: Advanced Technical Diploma in Employment opportunities Barbering 245,795 people Level 2: Technical currently employed within the industry Certificate in Barbering Typical job roles include: Hairdresser in Level 1: Introduction to a salon, spa or cruise liner, hairdressing Hairdressing - Barbering consultancy and sales, salon route management, teaching
80 These courses are for students who would like to work in the areas of theatrical, fashion, TV and photographic make-up and make-up retail. You will gain real experience working on live projects and client briefs as well as entering competitions. This will give you the opportunity to showcase your creativity and ability to work under pressure. These one year courses will give you a recognised qualification that demonstrate your knowledge, creative skills and understanding of the industry. L2 is a one year programme and contains: L3 can be a starting point or a progression route • Cutting and styling for performers • The principles of working in the make-up for a career in theatrical and media make-up • Avant-garde hair and make-up industry depending on qualifications on entry. It is a two • Creative make-up design for production and • Anatomy & physiology year programme and covers: industry demands • Researching, developing and showcasing • Working in the film, TV and theatre industry • Creating and applying prosthetics and bald designs • The creation and presentation of a look book caps • The art of applying make-up and industry portfolio • Special effects make-up • Hair artistry • Fashion and photographic make-up • Create, dress and fit facial postiche • Creative make-up artistry • Media make-up creative hair design • Body art for competition • Creative historical hair and make-up looks • Wig dressing and fitting • Applying body art • Make-up blogging • Camouflage make-up
Technical Certificate in Beauty Retail Technical Certificate in Make Up Advanced Technical Diploma in Advanced Technical Diploma in 1 year Artistry Media Make-Up Artistry Theatrical, Special Effects and Media make-up Level 2 1 year 1 year Level 2 Level 3 (year 1) 1 year Location Level 3 (year 2) Rochdale campus Location Location Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Location Entry requirements Rochdale campus 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to Entry requirements Entry requirements include English and grade 2 in 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to Entry requirements Maths include English or Maths include English and Maths 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English and Maths Progression Progression Progression Technical certificate in Make-up Advanced Technical Diploma in Advanced Technical Diploma in Progression Artistry Media make-up Artistry Theatrical, Special Effects and Higher Education or employment Media make-up
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Level 3: Beauty Therapy, Special Effects Theatrical Make-up & Hair, Hairdressing Employment opportunities Level 2: Beauty Therapy, Hair & Media Make up, Ladies & Men’s 245,795 people Hairdressing currently employed within the industry Typical job roles include: Hairdresser, Level 1: Introduction to barber, beauty therapist, make-up artist the Hair & Beauty Sector
82 We offer a comprehensive portfolio of competence based programmes to meet the needs of diverse learners, the community and local employers ranging from Foundation level through to Level 5. A variety of modes of study are available including full-time, part-time, flexible learning and work based learning routes. In addition to all core programmes, work Course content across the curriculum portfolio includes: placement experience is a mandatory • Health and well-being • Safeguarding, protection and welfare of requirement of the early years curriculum at • Legislation, frameworks and professional children level 2, 3 and higher. All learners complete one practice • Equality, diversity and inclusive practice or two full days a week in an early years/school setting and practical skills are assessed in the • Play, development and learning • Care and health needs workplace by a vocational competent assessor. • Professional development • Career development All students will be subject to a Disclosure • Observation, assessment and planning • Supporting emergent literacy Barring Service (DBS) check. • Working in partnership • Supporting emergent Maths • Keeping children safe • Preparing for school readiness • Supporting children with additional needs • International perspectives • Reflective practice • Promote positive behaviour in Early Years • Children’s development outdoors Settings • Partnership working in the early years
NCFE CACHE Award, Certificate and NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma in Caring for Children the Early Years Practitioner Diploma in Childcare and Education Diploma in Children’s Play, Learning 1 year 1 year (Early Years Educator) and Development (Early Years Level 1 Level 2 2 years Educator) Level 3 2 years Location: Location: Level 3 Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Location: Rochdale campus Location: Entry requirements Entry requirements Rochdale campus No formal qualifications 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to Entry requirements include English and Maths 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to Entry requirements include English or Maths. CACHE 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to Level 2 Certificate, BTEC Level 2 include English or Maths. BTEC qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
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Level 4: Foundation Degree Early Years Childhood studies
Level 3: Technical Diploma in Employment opportunities Childcare and Education 1 million people Level 2: Diploma for the Early currently employed within the industry Years Practitioner Scarlett Weston: “I really enjoyed college, I’ll Typical job roles include: Nursery assistant, early years never forget the feeling of making my tutors educator, teaching assistant, youth worker, assistant in Level 1: Foundation Caring proud. They helped me to gain so much of the children’s centres, practitioner in nursery schools and for children knowledge and experience that has helped me reception classes decide what I want to do.”
84 These courses provide learners with the competencies to work within the health and social care field and progress to university or employment. You’ll develop the knowledge and skills needed when working with adults in health and social care environments. The course covers a wide range of areas including supporting individuals with their physical and emotional care, daily living needs and health care procedures. Courses consist of academic work within the college and practical work within the industry and entry is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Course content: THE HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE SECTOR • Creative & Leisure Activities • Enquiries into Current Research in Health and IS THE SECOND LARGEST EMPLOYER • Health & Social Care Needs Social Care IN THE REGION WITH 325,000 • Working in a Team • Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs PEOPLE WORKING ACROSS • Effective communication • Principles of Safe Practice in Health and GREATER MANCHESTER Social Care • Human Lifespan Development • Promoting Public Health • Healthy Living • Physiological Disorders and their Care • Creative & Therapeutic Activities Apprenticeship programme available • Caring for Individuals with Dementia • Equality Diversity and Rights - see page 29 • Nutrition for Health & Social Care • Work in Health and Social Care • Safeguarding vulnerable adults • Anatomy and physiology • Psychological and Sociological perspectives
BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care BTEC First Extended Certificate in Health & Social NCFE CACHE Diploma in Care 1 year Care 1 year part time Level 1 1 year Level 2 Level 2 Location: Location: Middleton or Rochdale campus Location: Middleton Middleton or Rochdale campus Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal qualifications Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to include English 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English and Maths. BTEC Level 2 qualification, NVQ and Maths Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
85 BTEC Extended Diploma in Health & BTEC Extended Diploma in Health & NCFE CACHE Diploma in Adult Care Social Care (Health Studies) Social Care (Social Studies) 1 Year 2 Years 2 Years Level 3 Level 3 Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Middleton or Rochdale campus Middleton or Rochdale campus Middleton or Rochdale campus Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to including English, science or Maths include English and Maths. BTEC include English and Maths. BTEC plus one other academic subject. Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 Or BTEC First Diploma at Merit or VRQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2 or above and GCSE at grade C in English/Level 1 Functional Skill in English
Your learning ladder Employment opportunities Level 3: BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care 1.7 million people currently employed within the social care, health and Level 2: BTEC First Extended science industry Certificate Typical job roles include: Care worker, residential warden, home carer, probation officer, welfare counsellor, nursing Level 1: BTEC Diploma in assistant, pharmaceutical technician, sports therapist, Health and Social Care laboratory technician, dental nurse, food technician
86 This qualification focuses on direct chairside work and support during a range of dental treatments and is suitable for anyone who wants to work as a dental nurse. It covers all the General Dental Council (GDC) learning outcomes for the Health National Occupational Standards (NOS) and upon completion will enable learners to register with the GDC (pending approval).
Note: Students on this course are required to have three Hepatitis B injections and a blood test prior to going on placement.
Diploma in Dental Nursing 18 months Level 3 Location: Rochdale campus Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English or Maths. BTEC Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
PRACTICAL LEARNING TAKES PLACE IN OUR STATE OF THE ART DENTAL EXAMINATION ROOM
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Level 3: BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care, Diploma in Dental Employment opportunities Nursing
Level 2: BTEC First Extended 1.7 million people Certificate in Health and currently employed within the social care, health and Social Care science industry Typical job roles include: Care worker, residential warden, Level 1: BTEC Diploma in home carer, probation officer, welfare counsellor, nursing Health and Social Care assistant, pharmaceutical technician, sports therapist, laboratory technician, dental nurse, food technician
88 The demand for skilled workers in the catering and hospitality sector is higher than ever before, Greater Manchester’s visitor economy supports around 94,000 full time jobs*. If you’re a ‘people person’ and you like variety in your work, then opportunities and rewards are there for the taking in the hospitality & catering sector, where you could be running your own business or excelling in your career within just a few years. Your study programme will be based on your Programme content • A formal qualification career choice, interests and individual needs. Alongside the training and skills development • English & maths Find your style with our Professional Chef, in everything from vegetables, fish, meat and • Industrial placement & work experience Restaurant and Customer Service programmes poultry to baking, patisserie, cake decorating • Enrichment that will give you the foundations to develop and chocolatier, you’ll get the opportunity to be • Guest speakers your skills, knowledge and behaviours in our part of our professional team in the commercial • Employer led community projects state of the art professional kitchens and award areas such as the Riverside restaurant and bar, winning Riverside restaurant using modern and the college Bistro. • Trips and visits to the workplace technologies and techniques with industry • Entrepreneurial projects You will have access to a range of additional experienced tutors. It’s not just cooking, you • Competitions will get the chance to be trained in front-of- learning opportunities alongside your main house and barista roles. qualification, guaranteeing you the best chance of success and progression in your future career. Apprenticeship programme available - see page 29
Entry 3 Introduction to the Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Level 2 Diploma in Culinary Skills Level 2 Diploma in Professional Food Hospitality Industry Culinary Skills 1 year and Beverage Service Skills 1 year 1 year Level 2 1 year Entry Level Level 1 Level 2 Location: Location: Location: Rochdale campus Location: Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements Relevant level 1 qualification Entry requirements No formal qualifications required 2 GCSE grade 2 Relevant level 1 qualification 4 GCSE grade 4 must include English & Maths
* https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/more-more-tourists-discovering-how-14948125 89 Level 2 Technical Certificate in Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma Professional Cookery in Professional Cookery for Professional Chefs (Patisserie & for Professional Chefs (Kitchen & 1 year 1 year Confectionary) Larder) Level 2 Level 3 1 year 1 year Level 3 Level 3 Location: Location: Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Location: Location: Rochdale campus Rochdale campus Entry requirements Entry requirements 4 GCSE grade 4 and above must Relevant level 2 qualification Entry requirements Entry requirements include English & Maths Relevant level 3 qualification Relevant level 3 qualification Relevant level 1 qualification
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Level 3: Professional Cookery, Food & Beverage Service Supervision, Patisserie & Confectionery, Advanced Diploma Professional Chefs, Advanced Diploma Food & Beverage Employment opportunities Level 2: Professional Cookery, 2.4 million people Patisserie & Confectionery currently employed within this industry Level 1: Professional Cookery, Typical job roles include: Chef, butcher, catering Food & Beverage Service manager, events manager, patissier
90 Enjoy creating computer programs, websites and games? Do you like the challenge of troubleshooting computers and want to work on live servers? Then this is the course for you. We’ll enable you to combine your creative ideas with the latest PC technology and generate multimedia applications for use in the real world. The focus of this course is to give you the skills Course content: OUR LEARNERS HAVE ACHIEVED A and knowledge on a variety of programming • Computer programming 95% PASS RATE OVER THE LAST languages enabling you to get a good job • Languages taught: Visual Basic, Python, Java FIVE YEARS and career in computer programming or IT networking. • Computer games development • Website design - HTML5, CSS, JavaScript You will gain experience undertaking real • SQL database development Apprenticeship programme available live projects using current industry standard - see page 29 programming software. You will also gain • Object oriented programming insight into PC and server technology. • Web server scripting SQL and PHP This course will also give you hands-on • IT technical support experience in our own IT Repair Shop, dealing • IT systems troubleshooting and repair with customers and problem solving technical • Cyber security hardware and software issues. • Managing networks
Computer Science BTEC Extended Diploma in Computer Science 1 year 2 years Level 2 Level 3 Location: Location: Middleton campus Middleton campus Entry requirements Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to include English and 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English and Maths Maths. BTEC Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2, VRQ Level 2 or completion of year 1 of this course
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Level 3: Computer Science 351,600 people currently employed within the social care, health and Level 2: Computer Science science industry Typical job roles include: IT business analyst, systems Level 1: Information designer, programmer, software developer, IT Technology technician, web designer, network administrator
92 Applied Science is a suite of courses that provide an educational foundation for those wishing to pursue a career in science. They cover a wide range of topics and require a high level of practical laboratory skills. Successful students will achieve a recognised qualification to enable them to move into employment or apply to study at degree or Higher National Diploma/Certificate level. Course content: Year 2 Year 1 • Principles and applications of science II • Principles and applications of science I • Investigative project • Practical scientific procedures and techniques • Contemporary issues in science • Science investigation skills • Physiology of human body systems • Laboratory techniques and their application • Biological molecules and metabolic pathways • Genetics and genetic engineering • Practical chemical analysis • Application of organic chemistry • Microbiology and microbiological techniques THE LEVEL 3 COURSE IS EQUIVALENT TO THREE FULL A LEVELS AND CONTAINS A LARGE AMOUNT OF PRACTICAL WORK Dionne Whalley: The practical experiments and professional environment I BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Applied BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied experienced on my course gave me more Science Science satisfaction than learning at school and 1 year 2 years the support given by my lecturers helped Level 3 Level 3 widen my knowledge of careers in medicine. Location: Location: Middleton campus Middleton campus Whilst studying at Hopwood Hall College, Entry requirements Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English, 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English, I learned a great deal about diseases, Maths and science. BTEC Level 2 qualification, Maths and science. BTEC Level 2 qualification, the effect of chemicals on the human NVQ/VRQ Level 2 or progression from 1 year NVQ/VRQ Level 2 or progression from 1 year body, medical anatomy and other subjects Diploma in Applied Science Diploma in Applied Science needed to become a Doctor.
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Level 3: Animal Management, Applied Science Employment opportunities
Level 2: Work-based Over 1.3 million people Animal Care, Animal currently employed within agriculture, environmental, animal Care, Animal Nursing, care and health & science industry Applied Science Typical job roles include: Conservationist, park ranger, farmer, horticulturist, agriculture manager, agriculture technician, Level 1: Animal Care pharmaceutical technician, laboratory technician
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At Hopwood Hall College we believe that science has something to offer every student, and that everyone needs some level of relevant scientific understanding. That’s why ‘Science at Hopwood’ has developed a suite of qualifications at Level 2 which facilitates the transition to BTEC Level 3 Applied Science Foundation and Extended Diploma. Students of all abilities can realise their full potential and progress to Higher Education or scientific apprenticeships. What will the course involve? Life and environmental sciences (4.1 - 4.4) Physical sciences (4.5 - 4.8) From the start of the course you will work • 4.1 Building blocks: from atoms to cells, • 4.5 Building blocks for understanding: towards AQA, GCSE Combined Science: behaviour and transport on the small scale. organising, patterns, properties and analysis. Synergy, whilst studying GCSE Maths and • 4.2 Transport over larger distances: systems in • 4.6 Interactions over small and large distances: English (currently Linear, Edexcel). Theory animals and plants and how these systems strong and weak forces between atoms, based lessons and practical investigations are interact. molecules and larger structures and how they an integral part of the study program. • 4.3 Interactions with the environment: the interact. The remainder of the program is dedicated effects of factors in the environment on • 4.7 Movement and interactions: rates of change to developing your skills, knowledge and organisms, how our choices affect our health. of motion and direction of large and small building your confidence in different scientific • 4.4 Explaining change: how organisms, objects, and chemical changes. disciplines, digital media and interpersonal skills species, living and non-living systems change • 4.8 Guiding Spaceship Earth towards a in preparation for the level 3 science route or over time. sustainable future: resources of materials and other level 3 study. energy. In addition to this you will receive 1 hour per What will I learn? week of learning ‘Transition to Level 3 Science’, Science The content has been divided into two main which will encompass both theory based sections, which contain connections between 1 year sessions and practical investigations. This will areas of biology, physics and chemistry that sit Level 2 help to prepare you for the transition between together as part of good science. GCSE and BTEC Level 3 Applied Science. Location: Middleton campus Entry requirements GCSE grade 3 in English, Maths and Science
95 Your learning ladder Employment opportunities Over 1.3 million people Level 3: Applied Science currently employed within agriculture, environmental, animal care and health & science industry Level 2: Science Typical job roles include: Conservationist, park ranger, farmer, horticulturist, agriculture manager, agriculture technician, pharmaceutical technician, laboratory technician
96 If you have a keen interest in learning about animals and want to develop or learn new skills, we offer a wide range of courses to help you achieve your career goals. Our courses cover all aspects of animal management to fully prepare you for employment in a variety of animal industries as well as progression onto higher education. Our purpose built indoor and outdoor teaching Additionally, we are members of Rochdale • Animal anatomy and physiology centres provide students with some of the and District Riding Club and have a team of • Genetics and inheritance very best facilities in Greater Manchester and students who compete with our Shetland • British wildlife species, habitats and include: specialised teaching zones for each ponies rehabilitation group of animals, veterinary nursing teaching Course content: • Care of exotic animals, zoo animals, facilities and dedicated treatment room, dog ornamental aquatics, horses, livestock grooming salon, dog boarding kennels, Blue • Maintain animal health and welfare Cross rehoming centre and zoo animal zone. • Animal feeding and accommodation • Kennels and catteries • Animal handling We have over 600 animals which include small mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, alpacas, • Working in the animal care industry meerkats, rhea, bats, farm animals, cats and • Health and safety for land-based industries OUR LEARNERS AND STAFF RUN THE dogs and aquatics. As part of our courses we • Animal nursing GREATER MANCHESTER REHOMING have a small animal production farm where • Animal breeds and grooming SERVICE FOR THE BLUE CROSS students help raise animals for food production. • The principles of animal biology
Entry Level Award in Land Level 1 Award in Land Based City and Guilds Level 2 City and Guilds Work Based City and Guilds Advanced Based Studies - Workskills Studies - Workskills Technical Certificate in Certificate in Animal Care Technical Extended Diploma 1 year 1 year Animal Care 1 year in Animal Management Entry Level Level 1 1 year Level 2 2 years Level 2 Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Middleton campus Middleton campus Location: Middleton campus Location: Middleton campus Middleton campus Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal qualifications Some GCSEs at grade 2 Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above Entry requirements or 1 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above with English Language and 5 GCSEs grade 5 or above to include English, Maths Maths at Grade 2 or above to include English, Maths and science and science. Level 2 City and Guilds Technical Certificate in Animal Care grade Merit
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Level 2: Work-based Animal Employment opportunities Care, Animal Care, Animal Nursing, GCSE Science Over 1.3 million people currently employed within agriculture, environmental, animal Level 1: Animal Care, Land care and health & science industry Based Studies Typical job roles include: Conservationist, park ranger, farmer, horticulturist, agriculture manager, agriculture technician, Entry Level: Land Based pharmaceutical technician, laboratory technician, veterinary Studies nurse
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Veterinary Nursing is a popular career choice for people of all ages and there is no age limit when you can become a veterinary nurse. The Level 2 Certificate for Animal Nursing Assistants is held in high regard in veterinary practices, providing an alternative route to GCSEs and enhanced opportunities to progress to the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing. The ABC Level 2 Certificate covers a range of Course content: units and provides learners with the information • Deliver basic treatments to animals ABC Certificate for Animal Nursing Assistants and skills required to play a valuable supporting (ANA) • Companion animal anatomy and physiology role to qualified veterinary staff, and to assist • Exotic animal and physiology 1 year owners in the correct management of their Level 2 companion animals. • Infection control Location: Key to successfully completing the course is • Companion animal parasitology and zoonosis Middleton campus securing a position in a Training Practice (TP). • Feed, water and accommodation of animals There is fierce competition within the industry • Meet and welcome visitors Entry requirements and you may have to accept a ward assistant • Companion animal pharmacy 4 GCSEs grade D/3 or above to include English or receptionist role to enable you to get a little • Principles of basic nursing and Maths and science experience before you are successful in finding a student position. We also encourage students to look for volunteering and work experience opportunities as this will allow you to demonstrate your The college has been instrumental in encouraging me commitment to a prospective employer and and supporting me with my career plans. I’m really enhance your CV. looking forward to starting my degree at Salford and cannot thank everyone enough.
Harriet Barker STUDENTS ARE TAUGHT BY A QUALIFIED Zoo Biology Student at Salford University VETERINARY SURGEON AND REGISTERED Studied Level 3 Animal Management Management NURSE WITH OVER 15 YEARS EXPERIENCE
99 Your learning ladder Employment opportunities Level 3: Animal Management, Applied Science Over 1.3 million people currently employed within agriculture, environmental, animal Level 2: Work-based Animal care and health & science industry Care, Animal Care, Animal Nursing, Applied Science Typical job roles include: Conservationist, park ranger, farmer, horticulturist, agriculture manager, agriculture technician, Level 1: Animal Care pharmaceutical technician, laboratory technician, veterinary nurse
100 These courses are for students who ultimately want to work in and around the sports industry. The majority of students progress onto university and obtain a degree in either sports psychology, sports science, sports development, sports marketing, sports coaching or something similar. Our courses have been Course content: developed to meet the expanding • Anatomy and physiology in sport employment opportunities During his studies, Tony was part of the team • Sports coaching and leadership within the industry including: that won the College’s first European trophy health and fitness, coaching and • Sports nutrition - The Eindhoven Cup. Since leaving Hopwood teaching, professional sport and • Sports psychology Hall College, Tony studied an ASC in performance analysis and we • Sponsorship and sport as a Physiotherapy and is now a chartered have excellent links with Link4Life business Physiotherapist. cultural trust and Rochdale • Fitness training Hornets RLFC. • Organising sports events In his career to date, Tony has worked at clubs • Healthy lifestyles. including Accrington Stanley, Notts County and Wigan Athletic.
Tony Tompos, First Team Physiotherapist at Aberdeen Football Club
BTEC in Sport and Active Leisure BTEC Certificate in Sport BTEC Diploma in Sport BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport 1 year 1 year 2 year 2 years Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Location: Middleton Middleton Middleton Middleton Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal qualifications 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English and Maths include English or Maths. BTEC include English and Maths. BTEC Level 2 Qualification, NVQ Level 2 Level 3 90 credit Introductory or VRQ Level 2 Qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
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Level 4: Fitness Academy, Foundation Degree Sports Development
Level 3: Diploma in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Academy, Sports Science, Sports Therapy, Advanced Fitness Academy
Level 2: Certificate in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Employment opportunities Academy, Fitness Academy 916,000 people Level 1: Award in Sport, currently employed within the health & science industry Football Academy, Rugby Typical job roles include: Sports therapist, coach, leisure Academy supervisor/manager, journalist, gym instructor
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Career opportunities for sport and exercise science students have increased significantly in recent years and that rise looks set to continue. Spectators of international and professional sporting events will have seen the role of sport and exercise science in the development and success of the athletes. Experts in psychology, physiology and biomechanics have helped professional sportsmen and women improve their everyday training and their ability to compete at the highest level. When things go wrong, when an athlete is injured, the sport and exercise science professional can help. Our new sports science labs ensure • Applied research methods in The Level 3 course is designed as BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport our students learn using the latest sport and exercise science a two year study programme but Science equipment, with many of our • Sports injury and massage there is an option to undertake a 2 years graduates going on to careers into Subsidiary Diploma in one year Level 3 sports science and the world of instead. Please ask for more details sports therapy and rehabilitation. In addition to the core BTEC at your interview. This course is Location: programme students will have an Course content: an extended diploma course and Middleton opportunity to complete: therefore you need to pass both Entry requirements • Sport and exercise physiology • A First Aid in Sport Award English and Maths GCSEs at the 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to • Anatomy point of entry. • Applied sport and exercise include English and Maths. BTEC
psychology Level 3 90 credit Introductory THIS COURSE HAS A Qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ • Nutrition for sport and exercise DEDICATED SPORTS Level 2 performance SCIENCE LAB AND • Field and laboratory based TWO SPECIFIC SPORTS fitness testing MASSAGE SUITES
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Level 4: Fitness Academy, Foundation Degree Sports Development
Level 3: Diploma in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Academy, Sports Science, Sports Therapy, Advanced Fitness Academy
Level 2: Certificate in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Employment opportunities Academy, Fitness Academy 916,000 people Level 1: Award in Sport, currently employed within the health & science industry Football Academy, Rugby Typical job roles include: Sports therapist, coach, leisure Academy supervisor/manager, journalist, gym instructor
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Fitness and health is a multi-million pound industry and growing. The Hopwood Hall Fitness Academy offers a unique opportunity for enthusiastic, young people who are interested in becoming Fitness Instructors and Personal Trainers. The course is aimed at people who already attend gyms and aspire to work in gym environments or may have gym instructor qualifications that they wish to add to. Once you have completed Year 1 NEW! Learners will complete Course content: of the Fitness Academy you will additional industry recognised • Gym instructor ALL OUR STUDENTS GET be equipped with a portfolio of qualifications to become an • Personal trainer TO UNDERTAKE WORK qualifications which meet the Insanity instructor and Group needs of both local and national Exercise Teacher which will make • Circuit instructor EXPERIENCE AT THE employers. you unique in the industry. The • Outdoor fitness INTERNATIONAL FITNESS SHOWCASE The Fitness Academy undertake courses are endorsed by Skills • Nutrition work experience at JD Gyms and Active and carry 12 industry points. • Exercise and fitness knowledge IN BLACKPOOL. David Lloyd Clubs. These will incur separate course • Business and marketing fees. • Indoor cycling Please note - This is an industry • Studio resistance ready qualification and now carries UCAS points at Level 3. • Exercise for healthy children
CYQ Fitness Academy Advanced Fitness Academy 1 year 2 years Level 2 Level 3 Location: Location: Middleton Middleton Entry requirements Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include a grade C in English or include English or Maths. Level 2 Maths gym qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2 105 Your learning ladder
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Level 3: Diploma in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Academy, Sports Science, Sports Therapy, Advanced Fitness Academy
Level 2: Certificate in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Academy, Fitness Academy Employment opportunities
Level 1: Award in Sport, 916,000 people Football Academy, Rugby currently employed within the health & science industry Academy Typical job roles include: Sports therapist, coach, leisure supervisor/manager, journalist, gym instructor
106 This sports performance academy is for those who have a talent for rugby league. The academy is delivered alongside one of the educational qualifications below and places are subject to maintaining the required academic standard and attendance. A ‘work hard play hard’ The rugby academy is run by qualified, highly respected and ethos is expected well-known professional coaches of all students and a who have developed a unique training programme which includes AS OUR SPORTING FACILITIES ARE OF SUCH balanced approach to specialist advice on nutritional, A HIGH STANDARD, OUR RUGBY ACADEMY the sporting/academic sports therapy, sports psychology HAS ALSO BECOME A DEN FOR CANADIAN and skills development. demands of the WOLVES… programme is essential. TORONTO WOLFPACK, THE WORLD’S FIRST TRANSATLANTIC PROFESSIONAL SPORTS TEAM AND OFFICIAL PARTNER OF THE COLLEGE, USE OUR RUGBY ACADEMY’S FACILITIES DURING THEIR TIME IN THE UK AS THEY COMPETE IN THE BETFRED CHAMPIONSHIP!
Rugby League BTEC Diploma in Rugby League BTEC Extended Rugby League BTEC Diploma in Rugby League BTEC Extended Sport Certificate Sport Diploma in Sport 1 year 1 year 2 years 2 years Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Location: Middleton Middleton Middleton Middleton Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal qualifications 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English and Maths include English or Maths. NVQ include English and Maths. NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2 Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
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Level 4: Foundation Degree (FdSc) Sports Coaching
Level 3: Diploma in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Academy, Sports Science, Sports Therapy, Advanced Fitness Academy
Level 2: Certificate in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Employment opportunities Academy, Fitness Academy 916,000 people Level 1: Award in Sport, currently employed within the health & science industry Football Academy, Rugby Typical job roles include: Sports therapist, coach, leisure Academy supervisor/manager, journalist, gym instructor
108 This sports performance academy is for those who have a talent for football. The academy is delivered alongside one of the educational qualifications detailed below and places are subject to maintaining the required academic standard and attendance. A ‘work hard play hard’ ethos is expected of all students and a balanced approach to the sporting/academic demands of the programme is essential.
The football academy is run by Course content: qualified, highly respected and • Principles of anatomy and The Level 3 course is designed as well-known professional coaches physiology in sport a two year study programme but THE FOOTBALL who have developed a unique • Sports coaching there is an option to undertake ACADEMY training programme which includes • Practical team sports a Diploma in one year instead. ARE REIGNING specialist advice on nutritional, Please ask for more details at your • Sports nutrition GREATER sports therapy, sports psychology interview. and skills development. • Psychology for sports MANCHESTER Competitive fixtures mean that performance UNDER 18s students must be under 19 at the • Fitness training and CHAMPIONS start of the course. programming • Sports leadership • Organising sports events • Injury in sport
Football BTEC Diploma in Sport Football BTEC Extended Certificate Football BTEC Diploma in Sport Football BTEC Extended Diploma in 1 year 1 year 2 years Sport Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 2 years Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Middleton Middleton Middleton Location: Middleton Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal qualifications 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to Entry requirements include English and Maths include English or Maths. NVQ 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to Level 2 or VRQ Level 2 include English and Maths. NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
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Level 4: Foundation Degree (FdSc) Sports Coaching
Level 3: Diploma in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Academy, Sports Science, Sports Therapy, Advanced Fitness Academy
Level 2: Certificate in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Academy, Fitness Employment opportunities Academy 916,000 people Level 1: Award in Sport, currently employed within the health & science industry Football Academy, Rugby Typical job roles include: Sports therapist, coach, leisure Academy supervisor/manager, journalist, gym instructor
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Hopwood Hall College has teamed up with professional footballer, Jill Scott, to offer a range of qualifications in sport. The academy is delivered alongside one of the educational qualifications below and places are subject to maintaining the required academic standard and attendance. This course is for ladies who have a talent for Course content: football and a ‘work hard play hard’ ethos is • Principles of anatomy and physiology in sport YOU’LL RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE expected of all students alongside a balanced • Sports coaching TRAINING FROM JILL, WHO approach to the sporting/academic demands of the programme. The Jill Scott Football • Practical team sports PLAYS FOR MANCHESTER CITY Academy is run by qualified, highly respected • Sports nutrition AND HAS MORE THAN 120 professional coaches, including Jill herself, and • Psychology for sports performance ENGLAND INTERNATIONAL is aimed at increasing the numbers of girls • Fitness training and programming CAPS playing football and being involved in sport. • Sports leadership The Level 3 course is designed as a two year • Organising sports events study programme but there is an option to • Injury in sport undertake a Diploma in one year instead. Please ask for more details at your interview.
Ladies Football BTEC Diploma in Ladies Football BTEC Extended Ladies Football BTEC Diploma in Ladies Football BTEC Extended Sport Certificate Sport Diploma in Sport 1 year 1 year 2 years 2 years Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Location: Location: Location: Location: Middleton Middleton Middleton Middleton Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal qualifications 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English and Maths include English or Maths. NVQ include English and Maths. NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2 Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
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Level 4: Foundation Degree (FdSc) Sports Coaching
Level 3: Diploma in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Academy, Sports Science, Sports Therapy, Advanced Fitness Academy
Level 2: Certificate in Sport, Football Academy, Rugby Employment opportunities Academy, Fitness Academy 916,000 people Level 1: Award in Sport, currently employed within the health & science industry Football Academy, Rugby Typical job roles include: Sports therapist, coach, leisure Academy supervisor/manager, journalist, gym instructor
112 The public services industry is very diverse, it includes the armed forces and emergency services such as the police force or fire brigade, as well as encompassing security organisations, the Prison Service, HM Customs and Excise and others. It’s also a great choice for those considering a career in any of the uniformed services at officer or technical trade level. Due to the number of learners who progress Course content: into employment within this sector, Hopwood • Team leadership • Responding to emergency service incidents Hall College is a platinum partner to several • Understanding discipline • Communication and technology armed and emergency services. • Physical preparation and fitness • Visits to a variety of public service Note: You will be expected to join our gym and • Outdoor and adventurous expeditions organisations with talks by guest speakers to take part in extra curriculum activities such from the industry • Equality and diversity as voluntary work and local sporting activities. • Residentials at public service establishments, • Citizenship The Level 3 course is designed as a two year including expedition weekends study programme but there is an option to undertake a Diploma in one year instead. Please ask for more details at your interview.
BTEC Diploma in Public Services BTEC Extended Certificate in Public BTEC Diploma in Public Services BTEC Extended Diploma in Public 1 year Services 2 years Services Level 1 1 year Level 3 2 years Level 2 Level 3 Location: Location: Middleton Location: Middleton Location: Middleton Middleton Entry requirements Entry requirements No formal qualifications Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to Entry requirements 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above to include English or Maths. BTEC 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English and Maths Level 2 Qualification, NVQ Level 2 include English and Maths. BTEC or VRQ Level 2 Level 2 Qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2
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Level 3: Certificate in Public Services, Advanced Fitness Academy Employment opportunities
Level 2: Certificate in Public 398,400 people Services, Fitness Academy currently employed within the public services industry Typical job roles include: Police Officer, fire service officer, army Level 1: Diploma in Public officer, naval officer, fitness instructor, non-commissioned Services officer (NCO), maritime operations officer (coastguard)
114 “Inspiring confidence in students is really important, particularly since I believe that confidence drives success. Confidence is about believing WE HOP that you can do something, believing that it’s not only others ARE WO who can succeed but that you OD can succeed too.” Julia Heap Principal and Chief Executive
115 OPEN DAYS Open days and evenings are a great way to experience college life at Hopwood Hall first hand and get a feel for our courses. For your chance to visit our campuses, speak to our tutors and find out more about the courses we offer, come and see us on any of the dates below: Thursday 17th October 4-7pm Thursday 23rd April 4-7pm Saturday 2nd November 10-2pm Thursday 6th August 4-7pm Thursday 21st November 4-7pm We look forward to welcoming you soon! ENTRY REQUIREMENTS for 2020-21
Entry Level & Level 1 Study Programmes Level 3 Level Study Programmes • No formal qualifications required • 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above, preferably to include English and Please note this includes Foundation Learning and Skills for Life Maths • or a Level 2 qualification Level 2 Study Programmes • 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above preferably to include English and Level 3 Extended Diploma Study Maths Programmes • Entrants who do not have a grade 4 in Maths and/or English • 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include English and Maths will continue studying these subjects at Hopwood Hall. • or a Level 2 qualification
HOPWOOD HALL COLLEGE FULL TIME COURSE GUIDE 2020/21 Edition 1
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