Courses

This course targets those students who wish to prepare for a career in Carpentry & Joinery.

This course is targeted towards school leavers and anyone looking to re-engage themselves in learning through practical qualifications that develop the skills of the learner in today's modern construction industry.

The C&G Level 1 Certificate/Diploma in Construction Skills is suitable for you, if you are 16+ and would like to undertake a multi-skilled route into the construction industry. This course is also available to school students pre 16 as a taster into the industry.

This course targets those students who wish to extend their previous experience and skills, developing further the skills and knowledge achieved in Level 2.

Engineers make the world and Hartlepool College of Further Education’s School of Engineering makes engineers. Do you want to be the next mechatronics engineer, maintenance technician, machinist or design engineer?

Engineers make the world and Hartlepool College of Further Education's School of Engineering makes engineers.  Do you want to be the next mechatronics engineer, maintenance technician, machinist or design engineer?

Those individuals who work/volunteer in the lifelong learning and skills sector or who assess candidates in vocational subject areas. The Edexcel Level 3 Certificate is intended for those who assess both occupational competence in the work environment and vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in environments other than the workplace (e.g.

Engineers make the world and Hartlepool College of Further Education's School of Engineering makes engineers.  Do you want to be the next fabricator, welder or offshore worker?

This programme is aimed at learners who have completed the Level 2 Fabrication & Welding programme and wish to further develop thier craft and practical skills, with a view to progressing to apprenticeships and employment.

These qualifications are aimed at people who wish to enter into the welding industry or wish to take up welding as a hobby, but who have little or no experience in this field. It will enable people to gain the basic competences, skills and knowledge of differing processes and specialise in an area of their choice.

This programme is aimed at school leavers who do not meet the entry requirements for Level 2/3 programmes within the School of Engineering, but who seek entry into these programmes. Successful completion of the Level 1 programme, together with a positive endorsement from tutors, will allow learners to progress to Level 2 programmes after one year.

This one year course is for experienced teaching assistants or those working in a voluntary capacity in primary, special or secondary schools supporting teaching and learning.

This qualification meets the needs of learners who work or want to work in a wide range of settings, for example in the roles of :- Early Years Educator Nursery Practitioner

This qualification is aimed at learners working at Level 2 who want to develop a range of skills relevant to employment and personal development which will help them to make informed career and progression choices. The programme provides an entry point for learners to gain a qualification to prepare for further academic progression and/or for employment.

This course is ideal for students who are genuinely interested in caring for others and would like to work in the health and social care sector.

The Inspire programme of study has the intent to prepare students in becoming successful in their future aspirations. The course will implement a range of topics which will engage and encourage students to embrace their learning and development.

This course is designed for learners who work or wish to work as engineering technicians in the aeronautical engineering sector, with a desire for a broader knowledge and understanding than those with an HNC.  It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.

This course is designed for learners who work or wish to work as engineering technicians in the chemical or process engineering sectors. It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.

Students who have completed a full Level 3 qualification and have at least 40 – 48 UCAS points. Adults who have previous life and work experience and would like a change in career and already have Level 3 qualification.

This course is aimed at learners that are employed as construction technicians or trade/craft persons in the building construction industry and having gained suitable experience and/or qualifications.

Students who hold a Level 3 Achievement in Counselling

For teachers/trainers working in the Education and Training educational sectors (including 14-19 age range).

This course is designed for learners who work or wish to work as engineering technicians in the mechanical engineering sector.  It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.

This programme is suitable for students who are already working or volunteering in a classroom supportive role within an educational setting. The course aims to develop professional practice and increase knowledge in particular when working with special educational needs.

This course if designed for learners who work or wish to work as engineering technicians in the fabrication & welding sector.  It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.

This course is aimed at learners that are employed within the building services engineering industry as technicians or trade/craft persons in the vocational areas of electrical and mechanical installation, electrical and mechanical design, estimating, supervision or management, building services engineering contracting, heating and ventilation or refrigeration.

The FdA WWCYP is suitable for those already working with children and young people or for those looking to move into this sector. With three established progression routes into BA (Hons) Education, BA (Hons) Working with Children and Young People and BA (Hons) Early Years, this course provides the platform for career development in these challenging sectors.

This course is designed for learners who work or wish to work as engineering technicians in the instrumentation & control sector.  It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.

For teachers/trainers working in the Lifelong Learning sector educational contexts (including 14-19 age range).

A programme of study aimed at those who wish to gain a specialist vocational qualification in the Computing, Digital, and IT sectors.

Accounting Technicians are the skilled support staff working in accounting and finance. The role covers a wide range of occupations from Accounts Assistants to Financial Managers in the public sector, industry and commerce as well as accounting practices. The AAT Education and Training Scheme is designed for those who already work in an accounting or financial environment or would like to.

A programme of study aimed at those who wish to gain a specialist Level 3 vocational qualification in the Computing, Digital, and IT sectors, for progression to Employment, Apprenticeships or Higher Education. 

This qualification is ideal for learners who are looking to gain an insight into the beauty sector allowing each learner to gain confidence and provide skills that will enable you to progress into further learning.

This course is aimed at those learners who have an interest in the beauty therapy industry

This course targets those students who wish to prepare for a career in one of the UK's public services, both uniformed and non-uniformed. Typically students may progress to a Level 2 qualification in Public Services to broaden the opportunities for employment into uniformed services.

Students who require a grade 9-4 and/or wish to increase their GCSE profile in order to progress to further study or in their chosen career

This qualification is focused on developing the skills of qualified hairdressers to enter the men's hairdressing sector.

This course targets those students who wish to prepare for a career in the sport and fitness industry or for direct progression to Higher Education.

This course targets those students who wish to prepare for a career in one of the UK's public services, both uniformed or non-uniformed. Typically students may progress to Higher Education and/or careers in the armed services, emergency services or people centred roles such as youth work, social work and the criminal justice system.

This course is aimed at school leavers programmes who may wish to enter the Hospitality area of employment.

School leavers 16-19

This is for students who want to pursue a career in policing. They will be given all the skills and information that will enable them to progress on to higher education in policing studies, or the policing apprenticeship route. This course will also appeal to students who have an interest in pursuing a career in law, criminology, forensic

This qualification is for learners aged 19 and over who work or wish to work in the catering and hospitality sector as professional chefs. The programme also aims to provide opportunities for the development of transferable skills related to study and vocational aspirations that provide a platform for success.

Studied on a part time basis. This course is for those who have completed a relevant Level 2 qualification within hospitality and catering. It is also suitable for those with industry experience who are looking to gain formal qualifications and progress (to be discussed at interview).

This course is aimed at those learners who have already achieved their Level 2 in Beauty Therapy. The programme provides an advanced range of the services available in the Beauty Industry.

The main purpose of the VTCT Level 1 Certificate in Hair and Beauty Skills is to enable learners to develop thier hair and beauty skill, techniques and knowledge, which will prepare learners to progress to the next level of vocational training.

This course is suitable for those who wish to pursue a career in the hospitality industry as a chef. This qualification will provide you with the vocational skills and expertise as a part of your development as a professional chef within the hospitality and catering industry.

This course is suitable for anyone who wants to progress on to a career in the technical professional section of construction. This T Level course is designed to support you to develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed for the construction sector.

This course is intended to be taught to experienced electrical installers who have previous training and experience of inspection and testing. Essentially you should be working in the electrical industry and involved with the inspection and testing process before taking this advanced course. It is also useful for you to have an understanding of 3 phase systems

T Levels are a qualification choice that follow GCSEs and give students a head start towards the career they want. They will suit students who wish to start working towards a skilled occupation, prefer a practical approach to learning and want a predominantly learning environment-based course.

16-18 year old, giving them a different pathway other than Public Service and Coaching

This course is primarily aimed at practising electricians with relevant experience, domestic electrical installers and other allied professionals; for example electrical engineers, contracts managers, designers, consultants, surveyors and other related trades needing to update and enhance their understanding of IET Wiring.

This course is aimed at experienced plumbers with knowledge of hot and cold water systems, those who design and specify different types of water systems and students currently working towards a formal qualification in plumbing

This course is aimed at anybody requiring an understanding of water regulations/water byelaws, in particular those wishing to become approved plumbers/contractors.