www.southdevon.ac.uk Freephone 08000 380 123 DISCOVER A Guide to Adult Training and Education Turn your passion into a career Find out more about our bespoke courses PG 3 Find out how you Free careers advice make the grade and guidance Your qualifications The sky’s the limit! explained PG 2 PG 8 Here to help English and Maths Jess Tucker answers Training your advice and Improve your employability guidance questions PG 16 PG 18 Take control of your future with South Devon College TURN AMBITION INTO A Reality At South Devon College, we have a wide We offer free careers advice and guidance to the public through our award-winning, matrix accredited range of courses and qualifications, so Helpzone team. They can help identify what course you whatever you want to do, wherever you see need to be studying to achieve your goals, what level you should be studying at, any funding options and yourself in 5 years’ time, you can achieve it discounts you may be eligible for and any additional with us. The only question is how far do you support you may require. If you have any questions, want to go? you can contact the team by phone, email or drop-in to speak to someone in person to find out more. With so much on offer, finding the right course can be a big decision. This guide features information about Whether you want to secure paid employment, discover a variety of courses and options for adult learners. It something new, advance your current career or find a features information on funding and support available new one entirely, or study at higher levels we can help to you and any other information you may want to know make your ambition a reality. So, take a look for yourself before making that positive decision about your future. and see how South Devon College can help you get where you want to be. OPEN EVENINGS AT VANTAGE POINT, PAIGNTON South Devon College host several Open Friday 18th August 2017 Evenings and Information Sessions 10:00am-4:00pm, University Centre Open Day Wednesday 6th September 2017 throughout the year. 5:00pm-8:00pm Our expert team are on hand to support you in Thursday 16th November 2017 the next stage of your career. 5:00pm-8:00pm If you want to see what you can achieve with Wednesday 24th January 2018 South Devon College, please feel free to visit us 5:00pm-8:00pm and start your future today! Thursday 15th March 2018 Please see our website for up to date details and 5:00pm-8:00pm to register your attendance. Wednesday 16th May 2018 5:00pm-8:00pm Friday 17th August 2018 If you would like any further information 10:00am-4:00pm, University Centre Open Day call 08000 380 123 or email [email protected] CONTENTS Free Careers Advice and Guidance 2 Finding Your Perfect Course 3 Funding and Transport 4 Advanced Learner Loan 5 What Level Should I be Studying? 6-7 Your Grades Explained 8-9 Part-time and Full-time Qualifications 10-11 Apprenticeships for Adults 12-13 Your Gateway to Employment 14 OPEN EVENINGS AT VANTAGE POINT, PAIGNTON Online Courses 15 English and Maths 16 English as a Second Language 17 FAQ Interview with Jess Tucker, Helpzone Manager 18-19 Professional Training Courses 20-21 Discover Something New 22-23 Teacher Training 24 Free Advice & Guidance Coffee Mornings 25 Access to Higher Education 26 Higher Education 27-29 Adult and Community Learning 30-31 College Facilities 32-34 New Developments 35 How to Apply 36 Index 37 www.southdevon.ac.uk /southdevoncollege @sdcollege Discover Magazine 1 CAREERS ADVICE FREE & GUIDANCE With so many courses available, we Our friendly and professional team have an extensive knowledge of every area in the College, as well as other understand that finding the right one for external training providers, so can provide the impartial you can sometimes be difficult. advice you need to make the best decision for your career and personal circumstance. That’s why our Helpzone team offers dedicated careers EXETER advice and guidance, providing free one-to-one sessions The Helpzone team can also help identify all of the that can help make your options much clearer. financial support you are entitled to receive, as well as developing important skills such as CV writing and Our priority is helping you achieve your goals, whatever interview preparation. they may be. Learning can make a significant difference Kennford to your prospects at any stage during your life. Whether you’re looking to get back into employment, further your career or change your career path. 8 3 A Bovey Tracey 4 0 8 3 A We have centres throughout 8 3 A Torbay and Newton Abbot making learning more accessible 3 8 3 A to you than ever before. Newton Abbot Ashburton 0 8 3 A 2 8 3 Book your free, impartial advice Buckfastleigh A and guidance session with our Torquay Helpzone team today by calling Dartington 08000 380 123. 8 5 1 3 38 South Brent A A PAIGNTON Cornwood Crownhill 38 A A 38 Plympton Ivybridge PLYMOUTH A38 1. Paignton A3 8Campus 2. Torquay Campus, 3. Newton Abbot Campus, 4. Professional Centre, & University Centre South Devon College South Devon College South Devon College South Devon College Adult Training and Ground Floor Unit 1, 24 Battle Road Vantage Point Development Centre Pearl Assurance House Heathfield Long Road 124 Newton Road Courtenay Street Newton Abbot Paignton Torquay Newton Abbot TQ12 6RY TQ4 7EJ TQ2 7A TQ12 2AD 01626 202520 Freephone: 01803 540865 01626 202613 08000 380123 2 South Devon College Freephone 08000 380 123 FINDING YOUR Perfect COURSE WE OFFER QUALIFICATIONS IN THE FOLLOWING SUBJECT AREAS: Access to Higher Education Coaching and Counselling Human Resources Accounting Construction Trades Management and Leadership Administration Electrical Installation Marine Studies Animal Studies First Aid Painting and Decorating Art and Design Food Hygiene Plastering Automotive GCSE Plumbing Beauty Therapy Hairdressing Security and Event Safety Brickwork Health and Safety Sports, Health and Fitness Business Health and Social Care Teacher Training Carpentry Horticulture Uniformed Public Services Children and Young People Hospitality and Catering Travel and Tourism Plus many more! Head to southdevon.ac.uk to find your course! www.southdevon.ac.uk /southdevoncollege @sdcollege Discover Magazine 3 £?? If the idea of cost is holding you back from FUNDING committing to a course, there is a wide variety of financial support available for YOUR STUDIES adults to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal k If you are 19 or over and looking to study Level 3 circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to free or above, an Advanced Learner Loan is available or reduced course fees. You may also be entitled to to fund your studies. This is not means-tested, and support with travel, childcare and equipment. repayments are only made when you are earning in excess of £21,000 per year. More information on To find out exactly what you could receive, visit our Advanced Learner Loans is available on page 5. Helpzone team for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary. k If you are looking to go to university, and are considering enrolling on an Access to Higher Free and discounted courses Education course at South Devon College, the cost of your course will be written off entirely if you go k If you are unemployed or in receipt of benefits such on to complete a university degree at the College. as Jobseekers Allowance (JSA), Employment Support Allowance (ESA) or Universal Credit, and are aged between 19 and 23 years old, many of our courses will be free to you, including English and maths. TRANSPORT k If you are between 19 and 23 years old, and do not South Devon College and Stagecoach continue to have a full Level 2 qualification, you could be entitled offer an exclusive travel pass for students studying to free tuition on a full Level 2 qualification. The with the College. The offer provides unlimited bus same also applies for Level 3 qualifications, if you do travel for free or as little as £300 a year. The South not previously hold one. Devon College Stagecoach Travel Pass, available directly from the College, enables users to travel For more information on Levels not just to College during the week but throughout South Devon at any time. Travel passes can be go to page 6 and 7 purchased by direct debit over a period of 10 instalments, equating to unlimited travel starting at less than £1 a day – an incredible opportunity for anyone studying at South Devon College. PAYING FOR YOUR COURSE In the event that you do have to pay fees for a course, you can manage this in an affordable way and pay through instalments by direct debit. This allows you to take control of your payment schedule, with minimum monthly payments starting at just £25. USEFUL WEBSITES: In some cases, your employer may wish to gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan pay the fees for your training. We are able to accommodate this, with course fees payable in slc.co.uk/repayment full by an employer. thestudentroom.co.uk/studentfinance 4 South Devon College Freephone 08000 380 123 ARE YOU AGED 19 OR OVER AND THINKING ABOUT FURTHER EDUCATION? You may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. These loans help you to pay the fees charged by colleges and training organisations. Most learners aged 19 and over, studying at Level k You only have to start making repayments when 3 to 6, will qualify for these loans from the UK you’ve finished your course and you’re earning government.