Courses

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.

Suitable for anyone wanting to work with children between the ages of 0-7 years. This qualifies to count in the level 2 ratio as a qualified Level 2 Practitioner in the roles of:- Nursery Practitioner Classroom assistant Pre School Practitioner

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.

companies looking to offer workforce development opportunities for their staff adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

Adults (aged 16+) wishing to pursue a career in the health and fitness sector as gym-based fitness instructors.

IOSH Managing Safely acts as a full introduction to Health and Safety, targeted at managers and supervisors.

The course is designed to be a refresher for individuals who are required to renew their Domestic Hot Water Storage Systems qualification and continue to install, commission and maintain hot water storage systems.

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

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.

This course provides an introduction to teaching and training. It is for those intending to teach in Further Education colleges, independent training providers, local authorities and voluntary organisations. You do not need to be working in a teaching role to complete this course.

This international coding standard is suitable for pressure vessels, pressure pipe work and other critical applications such as bridges and some structural steel work applications.

The HABC Level 3 Award in First Aid Re-qualification is an accredited qualification ideal for those already a first aider in the workplace and want to refresh their knowledge for the purpose of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (NI) 1982

For those working in the gas industry.

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 IEE Wiring.

This course is designed for welders, operators, line inspectors and foreman who carry out the visual examination of welded joints. It is also suitable for welding quality control staff.

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

companies looking to offer workforce development opportunities for their staff adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

companies looking to offer workforce development opportunities for their staff adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

companies looking to offer workforce development opportunites for their staff adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

companies looking to offer workforce development opportunities for their staff adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

This is a knowledge only unit for those who want to know about internal quality assurance, for example managers or those new to quality assurance and verification.

companies looking to offer workforce development opportunities for their staff adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

This qualification is ideal if you have management responsibilites but no formal training and are serious about developing your abilities.  It's particularly suited to practising team leaders seeking to move up to the next level of management, and managers who need to lead people through organisational change, budget cuts or other pressures.

This qualification is ideal if you have management responsibilities but no formal training and are serious about developing your abilities.  It's particularly suited to practising team leaders seeking to move up to the next level of management, and managers who need to lead people through organisational change, budget cuts or other pressures.

This qualification is designed for project managers, department heads, and other practising middle managers.  Develop your skills and experience, improve your performance and prepare for senior management responsibilities.

Gym Instructors wishing to pursue a career in the health and fitness sector as personal trainers Individuals, who already hold a gym instructor qualification, wishing to become self-employed running their own personal training business

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 course is intended for people entering the building services industry as a plumber, either as a school leaver or a mature student. This course will provide the student with a sound understanding of both theory and practical skills in the plumbing industry.

This qualification is aimed at learners who have progressed from a Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing Studies or a similar construction related qualification.

This course targets those students who wish to prepare for a career in the construction (Site Carpentry) industry, extending their previous experience, knowledge and skills.

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.

This course targets those students who wish to prepare for a career in the construction (Bricklaying) industry, extending their previous experience, knowledge and skills, achieved during Level 1.

A progamme of study for students who wish to gain a vocational qualification in the Art and Design sector. This course is designed to progress students to level 3 qualifications in Art and Design.

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

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

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 returning to education. Designed to progress students to a level enabling them to embark on a degree course. The Access to Education Studies programme is validated by One Awards.

16-19 learners, completing a Programme of Study in a vocational area, who require a Level 2 science qualification to progress 19+ part time learners who require a Level 2 science qualification to progress to Level 3 - for example, Access to HE (Science, Education)

This course is aimed at school leavers, or students progressing from a suitable Level 1 programme who wish to gain broad knowledge and understanding of, and develop skills in the Business sector.

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 programme is aimed at school leavers who do not meet the entry requirements for  the 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.

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?

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 course is aimed at practising Early Years practitioners that hold a relevant Level 3 qualification and have had at least two years post-Level 3 experience in an Early Years setting for a minimum of 16 hours per week.

Suitable for anyone wanting to work with children between the ages of 0-7 years. This qualifies to count in the level 2 ratio as a qualified Level 2 Practitioner in the roles of:- Nursery Practitioner Classroom assistant Pre School Practitioner

This course targets those working or volunteering as Teaching Assistants in primary, secondary or special schools.

This qualification gives learners the opportunity to investigate the knowledge and skills needed to use counselling skills and engage in a helping interaction appropriately. It will be a useful progression route for those interesed in furthering their study or widening their work role.

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 qualification is aimed at learners working at Entry 3 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 aim is to introduce and develop learners' knowledge and awareness of health, social care and children and young people's settings. There is a particular focus on Early Years and Children's units.

Throughout the course you will develop your creative hairdressing skills, learning to style and dress hair using a variety of techniques, develop cutting skills and provide a range of colouring services to clients. As part of your qualification you will be required to complete a GCSE or functional skill in Maths or English.

This course is for learners 16-18 and 19+ (subject to interview) seeking a career as an employed or self-employed Hairdresser. You will gain confidence when working with clients and develop communication and social skills within a working environment. You must have excellent personal presentation attributes and be able to work well as a team and individually.

Apprentice opportunity or part time basis. This course is for those who have achieved an NVQ Level 2 Professional Cookery or VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery or anyone who has the relevant industrial experience (practical assessment will form part of the induction programme to ascertain suitability for this level).

This course is aimed at learners who want to develop a range of personal and interpersonal skills. The programme offers learners the opportunities to access an appropriate level of learning relevant to prepare them for living and working in the community.

To provide a recognised qualification in Beauty Therapy for those students seeking employment in the beauty therapy industry. The NVQ is awarded to those students who successfully complete all nine elements. Students are also required to produce a portfolio of evidence. A kit and uniform is required.

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.

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.

Make the move into Sport and Exercise sector with the Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching and Exercise at Hartlepool College. Recent graduates have benefited from the range and diversity of the course units to progress into employment with National Governing Bodies, secondary schools and local authority Sports Development teams.

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 3 qualification in Public Services to broaden the opportunities for employment and higher education.

16-18

Level 3 students and current industry employees who wish to enhance their skills and gain a higher level of qualification

16+

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

The M/Eng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering degree builds on the breadth and depth of the B/Eng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering degree.

This programme is aimed at learners who have completed the Level 2 Electrical Installation programme and wish to further develop their knowledge and practical skills, with a view to progressing to apprenticeships and employment.

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.

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, tool & die maker or design engineer?

Students wanting to enter into the world of science industry or progress onto the National Extended Diploma in Applied Science. 

A programme of study aimed at those who wish to gain a specialist Level 3 vocational qualification in the Art and Design sector.  This course is designed to progress students to Higher Education qualifications in Art and Design or for those who wish to enter employment.

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, engineering project manager or design engineer?  Are you looking to progress to university to complete undergraduate studies in an engineering-related subject?

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.

A part time day release course designed for those wanting to pursue a professional career, perhaps attending university in order to gain a degree in Architecture/Design, Building Construction, Building Maintenance, Civil Engineering Construction, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying.

16-19 years

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 for learners 16-18 (subject to interview) seeking a career as an employed or self-employed Hairdresser. You will gain confidence when working with clients and develop communication and social skills within a working environment. You must have excellent personal presentation attributes and be able to work well as a team and individually.

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 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 course is designed for learners who work or wish to work as engineering technicians in the fabrication & welding 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.

19+

This programme is aimed at adult learners who currently work in the engineering sector and wish to gain a Level 3 qualification, as well as those desirous of moving into an entry-level position with an engineering company.

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:

College leavers and adults who wish to start their own creative business (18)+

Our Supported Internship Programme is for young people aged 16-24 who have an Education Health and Care Plan and want to make the move into employment but require extra support to do so. The programme offers flexibility and a range of opportunities to get practical work-based learning experiences to increase the chances of fulfilling paid employment.

Adults seeking employment and/or wishing to update their digital skills