Courses

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

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

This course is aimed at individuals who may encounter asbestos containing materials during their day to day activities and what action to take in the event of their discovery.

This course is for those with limited or no experience who want to learn to operate a wheeled forward tipping dumper (novice), experienced operators who require training (refresher) and experienced workers who do not require training (test only).

This course is aimed at individuals who may undertake manual handling operations and is suitable for all employees including staff and managers.

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.

This qualification is aimed at learners who have progressed from a Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Studies or a similar construction related qualification

To enable candidates to gain the technical knowledge and practical skills to obtain the qualification recognised by the industry.

This qualification is for those wanting to enter the Plumbing industry. It gives you the opportunity to pick up some core skills and knowledge and gives you the opportunity to progress onto our Level 2 Plumbing qualifications. These qualifications are aimed at learners who want to learn the basic skills and knowledge of Plumbing Installation.

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 part-time programme of study aimed at those who wish to gain a specialist Level 3 vocational qualification in the Computing sector. This course is primarily designed to progress students to Higher Education qualifications in Computing across a 1 year part-time curriculum.

This innovative and unique course offers a holistic approach to develop your academic and vocational skills to help you succeed in the creative industries. You focus on creativity, specialist skills, new media and technology, and learn to respond to the challenges of a dynamic and rapidly changing range of professions in the creative industry.

The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing & Production Arts is designed for school leavers 16+ to provide the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to access and progress to degree level study or employmentin the performing and production arts. school leavers 16+ with a passion for performing arts some experience desirable but not essential

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 is aimed at people in employment or students progressing from a suitable Level 3 programme who may wish to enter a specialist area of employment or enhance their prospect of promotion.

The level 1 qualification is developed to give students the opportunity to engage in learning which is relevant to a future in Fabrication & Welding as well as Engineering. It will provide opportunities to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in working life

This qualification is aimed towards people who wish to enter into the Fabrication & Welding industry, but who have very little or no experience in this field. It will enable people to gain basic competences, skills and knowledge of the differing processes and specialized areas which make up this trade area.

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.

A programme of study aimed at those returning to education and designed to progress students to a level enabling them to embark on a degree course. The Access to Health programme is validated by One Awards.

This course is appropriate for those who wish to have their experience of working in a care setting formally recognised.

This course is for candidates who provide care to clients in a senior job role. It will be applicable to those offering advice and guidance to staff through a range of needs.

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 course is aimed at those seeking to enhance their functional role through the use of counselling skills. Learners will gain an understanding of a range of counselling skills and have the opportunity to examine some of the various schools of thought/theoretical models associated with them.

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 qualification is aimed at learners working at Entry 1 or below 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 preparation for employment.

This course is for those with limited or no experience who want to learn to operate a forward tipping mini dumper (novice).  Experienced Operators who require training (refresher). Experienced worker who does not require training (test only).

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.

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

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).

19+ Learners

This course is for those students who are looking for a change in career or those who are wishing to develop their skills and gain an understanding of the Beauty Industry.

This course is for those that are already working in the nail industry and wish to develop more advanced techniques.

This course is aimed at mature learners (19+) who have an interest within the hair and make-up industry and wish to develop skills within this 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.

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.

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

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

16+

This course is for people with limited or no experience of using mini excavators (novice), experienced operators who require training (refresher) and experienced operators who do not require training (test only).

Designed for those who wish to work as technicians/technician engineers in electrical/electronic engineering design, electrical/electronic testing or fault finding or the communications industries. Students study ten units chosen to cover the range of needs of local and national industries and business.

Designed for those who wish to work as technicians/technician engineers in instrumentation & control, electrical/electronic engineering design, manufacture, maintenance, testing or fault finding or the communications industries. Students study eight units chosen to cover the range of needs of local and national industries and business.

This course is aimed at school leavers or students progressing from a suitable Level 1 programme who wish to enter a general engineering course consisting of Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical, Process, Chemical or Manufacturing.

This Aerospace Engineering degree is designed for young or mature students who wish to graduate with an engineering degree and are qualified to A-Level standard or equivalent. The student requires knowledge and skills in subjects such as maths, science and fundamental engineering principles to proceed confidently through the degree programme.

For candidates who want to work as electricians in the building services engineering sector. This qualification does not make candidates fully qualified electricians

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

The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is a first stage teaching qualification which has a teaching/training practice requirement. It is an 'in service' qualification designed for those working or wishing to work as teachers/trainers in England.

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 :-

16-18

Students who wish to prepare for a career in the Aeronautical industry or progress to Higher Education. This course typically targets school leavers, however the course is designed for any age with appropriate qualifications, apprenticeship or other related engineering professions.

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 specialist Level 3 vocational qualifications 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.

Any personnel who are required to operate a rear dump truck who have no experience or have some experience of operating but no formal instructions (novice). Experienced operators who require training (refresher).  Experienced operator who does not require training (test only).

For individuals who enter medium risk confined spaces incorporating entry requirements and self-rescue procedure.

This course is for people with limited or no experience of operating a 360 degree tracked excavator (novice), an experienced worker who requires training (refresher) or an experienced worker who does not require training (test only).

This course is for people with limited or no experience of operating a 360 degree tracked excavator (novice), experienced workers who require training (refresher) and experienced workers who do not require training (test only).

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.

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.

This course is for those with limited or no experience of slinging/signalling who want to gain entry into the lifting industry (novice), experienced operators who require training (refresher) and experienced workers who do not require training (test only).

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.

16-18

The course is intended for people in testing

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

Adults 19+ who want an understanding of Legal Requirements and Safety Aspects of owning a car

16-18 year olds on a full time study programme

Learners aged 16+ Those who wish to further their careers in sports massage with adults Those who wish to work independently within their own clinical practice

Companies looking to offer workforce development opportunities for their staff Adults (19+) 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.

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 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

This is for those who have wider quality assurance responsibilities and manage others, develop policies or manage External Quality Assurance (EQA) visits. This is a qualification for Lead Internal Quality Assurers.

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.

BS4872 applies to a wide range of general fabrication work where an approved welding procedure test is not required.

Specifically designed to suit each individual's requirements, ensuring that the individual develops the skills in order to carry out welding tasks competently and to test standard.

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

Qualified and competent gas installers.

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.

Those staff who are team leaders or aspiring team leaders wanting to achieve a nationally recognised qualification. The course is also suitable as an introduction to those staff returning to learning. Delegates don't have to be a team leader to complete the course as it is for aspiring or actual team leaders.

adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their careers

adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

adults (19+) unemployed or in work and looking for CPD qualifications to enhance their career

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.