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.

The purpose of the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Science Professions) is to prepare its students, many of whom have been out of education for a number of years and/or were not very successful in school, for a range of related progression routes into higher education.

This programme is aimed at school leavers who want to take their first steps into the construction industry and those progressing from the Level 1 Plumbing programme

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 aircraft engineer, aircraft maintenance technician or military aircraft technician?

Engineers make the world and Hartlepool College of Further Education's School of Engineering makes engineers.  Do you want to be the next automotive engineer, motor vehicle mechanic or fleet manager?

This programme is aimed at learners who have completed the Level 2 automotive engineering programme and wish to further develop their 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 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 ideal for students who are genuinely interested in caring for others and would like to work in the health and social care sector.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

16-18 year olds on a full time study programme

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.

A programme of study for students who wish to gain a qualification in the Esports sector. This course is designed to allow students to progress to Level 3 Esports, or related areas.

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

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

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.

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 their hair and beauty skill, techniques and knowledge, which will prepare learners to progress to the next level of vocational training.

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

Designed by key employers, T Levels are a brand new two year programme choice for school leavers who are interested in developing knowledge, understanding and skills within Childcare, Education and Early Years.

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.

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.

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?

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.

Students who hold a Level 3 Achievement in Counselling

Students who have completed a Level 3 Hairdressing course and are interested in managing or setting up their own business

Consultations with the emergency services, armed forces and employers have endorsed and the FdA reflects the changing environment of the emergency services and armed forces. This programme has been created in consultation with a variety of employers in the Public Services sector.

If you want a qualification that will progress your development and knowledge of the food industry, our Culinary Arts course is the perfect choice for you. Whether you want to be executive head chef at a 5-star hotel, manage a high-profile restaurant kitchen or create

This course is for learners 16-18 and 19+ (subject to interview) seeking a career as an employed or self-employed Hairdresser.

This programme is designed to provide opportunities to progress onto Level 2 qualifications in either ICT, Art and Design or Business. Students will develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes, which are essential for successful performance in working life.

16-19 school leavers

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

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.

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

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

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

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 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.

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

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 course is for personnel at all levels of the organisation

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 qualification meets the needs of learners who work or want to work in a wide range of settings, for example in the roles of:

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.

An ideal qualification for school leavers wishing to follow a hands-on career in the aeronautical engineering sector.

This course is aimed at those learners who have an interest in the Nail Technology industry or those wishing to add onto their beauty therapy qualification

This qualification is targeted at First Aiders in lower-risk work environments. This qualification is specifically for those individuals who are to become an Emergency First-Aider in the workplace.

This programme is aimed at school leavers

16-18 School leavers

This course is aimed at learners 18+ who seek the knowledge and associated skills and behaviours required to work in a variety of roles in cyber security