Courses

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

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 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.

These qualifications are suitable for those working directly with clients in organisations providing advice and guidance services.

These qualifications are ideal for individuals who have management responsibilities but had no formal training and are serious about developing their abilities. They support practising team leaders looking to move up to the next level of management and also managers who need to lead people through organisational change, budget cuts or other pressures

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 L3 Award in First Aid at Work is an accredited qualification is ideal for those already working or preparing to work within industry wishing to become a First Aider in the workplace for the purposes of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (NI) 1982.

The Emergency First Aid at Work training course has been designed for any member of an organisation who is likely to find themselves taking charge of, or who has been appointed to take charge of, first aid equipment during a first aid emergency in the absence of a qualified First Aider.

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.

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

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

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+) 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 for those who internally quality assure assessors and assessment, but who do not manage the centre or other internal quality assures.

This course is designed for individuals who operate cable avoidance tools in the workplace.

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 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 worker who does not require training (test only).

This course is for those with limited or no experience of operating a Ride on Roller (novice), experienced operators who require training (refresher), and experienced operators who do 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 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 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 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 Carpentry & Joinery.

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

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

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 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.

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).

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.

Learners aged 19+.Those wishing to pursue a career in the Travel, Tourism and Aviation industry.

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.

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.

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

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 course is designed for learners who work or wish to work as engineering technicians in the electrical/electronic 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 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.

Engineers make the world and Hartlepool College of Further Education's School of Engineering make Engineers.  Do you want to be the next Mechatronics Engineer, Maintenance Technician, Tool & Die Maker or Design Engineer?

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.

Engineers make the world and Hartlepool College of Further Education's School of Engineering makes engineers. Do you want to be the next electrician, electrical fitter or electrical safety technician?

This course is aimed at learners who either want to progress onto the Extended Diploma in CBE (full-time) or are currently working as trainees, construction technicians or trade persons in the construction, civil engineering and building services engineering sector and waiting to progress to the HNC in Building or Building Services Engineering.

School leavers 16-19

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?

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. 

The Health and Social Care sector covers more than caring for people who are ill. It offers many different job opportunities in the NHS, care sector and social work. This course is aimed at school leavers or students progressing from a suitable level 2 programme who may wish to

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

The Pearson Edexcel National Foundation Diploma in Business is aimed at post-16 learners who wish to pursue a career in business. The qualification aims to provide a wide-ranging study of the sector.

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.

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

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

19+

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 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 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 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.

This course is suitable for all including maintenance workers, caretakers, tradesmen or just someone who wants to be a little handy around the house.

New/Existing senior managers and executives. Aspiring senior managers with 3+ years middle management experience. 

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:

Qualified and competent gas installers.

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