SHAPE YOUR FUTURE Contents Choosing your course 4 Apprenticeships 6 Make Steps to start your Apprenticeship 7 Visit us on campus 9 College life 10 Your application 11 Student life - gain the competitive edge 13 Transport 16 Student Services 17 Parents & carers 18 Diary dates 19 Your study Programme 20 Courses 22 Art & Design 24 Beauty & Spa Therapy 26 Bricklaying 28 Business & Law 30 Carpentry & Joinery 32 Chef’s Academy 34 Children’s Care 36 Computing & IT 38 Construction 40 Electrical Installation 42 Engineering 44 Foundation Learning 46 2 Hairdressing 48 Health Careers Academy 50 The Logistics Careers Academy 54 Media Make-up 56 Motor Vehicle 58 SHAPE YOUR FUTURE l Performing Arts 60 Plumbing 62 Public Services 64 Science 66 The School of Medicine 68 Sports 70 Travel & Tourism 72 Vocational Studies 74 Further Information 76 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE LANCASHIRE WEST Welcome A very warm welcome to West Lancashire College. As well as studying for your chosen qualification, during your time with us you will also have opportunity We deliver education and training to thousands of to participate in some fabulous trips and visits to students and businesses each year, providing a wide International, European and UK destinations. range of courses to suit everyone. Our philosophy is simple – we put our students at the As a successful and dynamic college serving the heart of all that we do, ensuring that you have the best communities of West Lancashire and surrounding possible learning experience during your time here. areas, we work hard to support you to achieve the qualifications you need to help you to progress to your We are proud of our modern learning environment and chosen career. continue to invest in our campus, including the recent opening of a brand new Construction, Engineering and West Lancashire College is your ideal career partner. Logistics Centre, The School of Medicine, The Health We have expert teachers and great connections with Careers Academy and The Logistics Careers Academy. employers and universities to help you take the next step into your dream career, whether you progress straight We look forward to supporting you to achieve your into work after college or choose to study for a higher future goals. education qualification either here at the college or at university. Best wishes Denise Williamson, Principal 3 SHAPE YOUR FUTURE l WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE LANCASHIRE WEST Choosing your course You can choose to study a wide range of subjects Technical Skills Qualifications as either; vocational qualifications, such as BTEC, Technical skills qualifications are industry-specific Apprenticeship and Technical skills, or A Levels. Or, if you and offer training at a variety of levels. Technical skills would like to widen your options you can combine up to qualifications are specific learned abilities, such as three Level 3 BTEC subject areas. knowledge of software, processes, machinery and other work knowledge that applies to tasks relating directly to Our wide range of academic and vocational courses can the execution of a specific type of work. We offer a range lead to University or employment, whatever your career of technical skill qualifications such as City & Guilds and ambitions you can find your next step here. VTCT, covering various industries including Construction, BTEC Courses Engineering, Motor Vehicle, Hair and Beauty. A BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma is equivalent to A Levels – The School of Medicine – NEW for 2019 three A Levels A* - C. BTECs are nationally recognised, Applications are now open for entry 2019 to The West work related qualifications that give you the knowledge, Lancashire College School of Medicine. understanding and skills that you will need to progress to University, an Apprenticeship or employment. The School of Medicine offers A Level qualifications (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology and Maths), Our tutors are all industry experts in their field and will plus you will gain meaningful work experience, attend use a wide range of teaching and learning strategies to guest workshops, seminars and mentoring from lead support you to be successful in your studies, including health care professionals and universities to really get formal class teaching, collaborative work, guest speakers, you ahead of the competition. case studies, presentations, role-play, practical activities and independent research. 4 SHAPE YOUR FUTURE l WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE LANCASHIRE WEST Level 3 BTEC Options – NEW for 2019 You can choose to study: If you would like to widen your options you can Option 1 – Study a BTEC Extended Diploma in one combine up to three Level 3 BTEC subject areas subject area such as: enabling you to take a tailor-made programme to Art & Design BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3 suit your individual needs. Option 2 – Study a BTEC Diploma (MAJOR) and BTEC Our Level 3 BTEC Options are equivalent to Subsidiary Diploma (MINOR) such as: three A Levels and are offered in the following subjects: Sports BTEC National Diploma Level 3 (MAJOR) Plus • Applied Psychology Science BTEC Subsidiary Diploma Level 3 (MINOR) • Art & Design Option 3 – Study to choose three BTEC Subsidiary • Business Diplomas/Extended Certificates such as: • Computing & IT Business BTEC Subsidiary Diploma Level 3, Plus • Dance Applied Law National Extended Certificate, Plus • Health & Social Care Psychology BTEC Subsidiary Diploma Level 3 • Law Level 3 BTECs available for combination are highlighted • Performing Arts throughout the prospectus with Approved Centre from Pearson . If you are • Public Services unsure we have advice and guidance staff who will • Science be happy to talk you through your options. • Sports • Travel & Tourism Course Level Value A Level Level 3 1 A Level 5 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma Level 3 1 A Level BTEC National Extended Certificate Level 3 1 A Level SHAPE YOUR FUTURE BTEC Diploma Level 3 2 A Levels l BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3 3 A Levels WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE LANCASHIRE WEST Apprenticeships APPRENTICESHIPS Being an Apprentice gives you the opportunity to gain • Receive a salary, paid holidays and opportunities to a nationally recognised qualification while gaining skills progress your career with an employer. Apprenticeships are growing and many • Be trained in the workplace by a company mentor more young people and employers are recognising them • Be visited regularly in the workplace by one of our as a great way to start a career. experienced trainers and assessors. As a West Lancashire College Apprentice you will: For some Apprenticeships such as Construction, Motor • Learn on the job, building up knowledge and skills and Vehicle Engineering, Barbering and Hairdressing you will earning money at the same time also attend college. Plus as part of the Government’s initiative all Apprentices will improve their English and maths skills. Choose from the following Apprenticeships: • Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 2 • AAT Level 3 • Management Level 3 • Adult Care Worker Level 2 • Management Level 5 • Brickwork Level 2 • Performing Engineering Operations Level 2 • Business Administrator Level 3 • Plastering Level 2 6 • Business Administration Level 2 & Level 3 • Plumbing Level 2 • Chef De Partie Level 3 • Plumbing Level 3 • Children and Young People’s Services Level 2 & 3 • Property Maintenance Operative Level 2 • Commis Chef Level 2 • Supporting Teaching Level 2 & Level 3 SHAPE YOUR FUTURE l • Customer Service Level 2 & Level 3 • Team Leading Level 2 • Customer Service Practitioner Level 3 • Warehousing & Storage Level 2 • Digital Infrastructure Technician Level 3 • Electrical Installation Level 3 To be considered for an Apprenticeship you need: • Hairdressing Level 2 & Level 3 • To have lived in the UK for the past three years • Joinery Level 2 & Level 3 • A willingness to learn and to apply your • Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 learning at work • To be self-motivated. WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE LANCASHIRE WEST Make Steps to start your Apprenticeship STEP We offer a range of different Apprenticeship Programmes. Look out for the Apprenticeship 1 CHOOSE symbol in the subject area in this prospectus to identify all our Apprenticeship opportunities STEP Complete an application form either via our website or by contacting Admissions APPLY on 01695 52383 to register your interest for an Apprenticeships Programme at 2 West Lancashire College. EMPLOYED You have a job with an employer STEP 3 Find a job. All of our current Apprenticeships vacancies are available and can be applied UNEMPLOYED for at www.apprenticeships.org.uk or at www.westlancs.ac.uk EMPLOYED Our Apprenticeship Team will work with you and your employer to organise your training. STEP 7 4 Attend one of our monthly Get Ready for Apprenticeship sessions. Our Apprenticeship Team UNEMPLOYED will work with you to secure an employer. Help is available with Job Search, Career Coach, Interview Techniques and CV Writing. SHAPE YOUR FUTURE You have secured your employment and now your training will start. An assesor specialising l STEP in your chosen area will meet with you at your workplace every four to five weeks for training BEGIN and to support you to work towards your qualifications. They will set you assignments, 5 complete observations and guide you towards achieving your Apprenticeship. STEP After you complete your training? A high number of Apprentices will continue working with 6 FINISH their employer as a permanent member of staff. WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE LANCASHIRE WEST 8 WEST LANCASHIRE COLLEGE l SHAPE YOUR FUTURE Visit us on campus We are