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Towards Independence and Work

This programme is ideal for students who are new to Supported Studies and need to start to develop the skills towards Preparing for Adulthood including living independently and beginning to think about work experience opportunities. Towards Independence and Work will give our students the time they need to make progress in life skills and educationally through diverse areas and subjects including English, Maths, health & wellbeing and employment skills.

This programme also offers support for learners during break and lunch times, including help with building friendships and relationships. Learners will also have the opportunity to take part in coaching sessions as well as social sessions to help develop their social and communication skills. As their confidence grows, so will their ability to achieve more than they thought or believed was possible. ​We are also able to make referrals with Essex Travel Training to develop your young person’s confidence in travelling independently and this can be incorporated into their programme of study.

T Level Automotive - Light and Electric Vehicles

T Levels are new courses which will follow GCSEs and will be equivalent to three A Levels. These two-year courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares learners for work. T levels are one of three post 16 options for young people which are:

• A Levels
• Apprenticeships
• T Level

T Level Business (Management and Administration)

The new Business T Level will help students develop the core skills, knowledge and experience needed for a range of roles within the business sector. The course has been designed in collaboration with employers and businesses so the content meets the needs of industry and prepares learners for work.

Students will be required to undertake work placements as part of the course, and complete practical assignments set by employers. 

T Level Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction

This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in construction, specifically in surveying and design, civil engineering, building services design, or hazardous materials surveying.

T Levels are designed to deliver world-class technical education and give you a new choice after GCSEs. The Construction T level has been designed with leading businesses and employers in the construction industry and gives you:

  • A thorough understanding of concepts and theories of the construction industry.
  • The opportunity to solve real life problems in the construction industry.
  • Valuable experience of learning from the experts through working side by side with those in the construction industry on your industry placement so that you have the chance to learn what this career is like in the real world while you continue your studies.
  • Specialist knowledge and skills of design for construction and the built environment.

T Level Digital Support Services – Cyber Security

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The Digital T level has been designed with leading businesses and employers in the Digital industry and gives you:

  • A thorough understanding of concepts and theories behind cybersecurity
  • The opportunity to solve real life problems in the cybersecurity field.
  • Valuable experience of learning from the experts through working side by side with those in the cybersecurity industry on your industry placement so that you have the chance to learn what this career is like in the real world while you continue your studies.

T Level Education and Early Years (Early Years Educator)

T Levels are designed to deliver world-class technical education and give you a new choice after GCSEs. The Education and Childcare T level has been designed with leading businesses and employers in the sector and gives you: 

  • A thorough understanding of concepts and theories of the education and childcare sector.
  • The opportunity to solve real life problems in the education and childcare sector.
  • Valuable experience of learning from the experts through working side by side with those in the education and childcare sector on your industry placement so that you have the chance to learn what this career is like in the real world while you continue your studies.  
  • Specialist knowledge and skills relating to either early years or supporting and mentoring students in further and higher education 

T Level Engineering Design and Development: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

This new T Level focuses on the development of knowledge and skills needed for working in the Engineering Industry and progressing to university. The content on this course covers a broad range of engineering skills in the first year (design, mechanical, electronic, electrical, theoretical, manufacturing, quality) with specific focus in the second year electronic and electrical engineering.

Throughout the course there will be large amounts of practical work included in the relevant topics e.g. working with PLC devices or circuit design, building and manufacture. Various Engineering and Manufacturing companies will be visited in the local area and further trips to Engineering Conferences.

T Level Engineering Design and Development: Mechanical Engineering

This new T Level focuses on the development of knowledge and skills needed for working in the Engineering Industry and progressing to university. The content on this course covers a broad range of engineering skills in the first year (design, mechanical, electronic, electrical, theoretical, manufacturing, quality) with specific focus in the second year mechanical and design engineering.

Throughout the course there will be large amounts of practical work included in the relevant topics e.g. CAD programming, testing prototypes. Various Engineering and Manufacturing companies will be visited in the local area and further trips to Engineering Conferences.

T Level Health – Supporting the Adult Nursing Team

T Levels are designed to deliver world-class technical education and give you a new choice after GCSEs. The Health T level has been designed with leading businesses and employers in the sector and gives you:

T Levels are designed to deliver world-class technical education and give you a new choice after GCSEs. The Health T level has been designed with leading businesses and employers in the sector and gives you:

  • The opportunity to solve real life problems in the health sector.
  • A thorough understanding of concepts and theories of the health sector.
  • Valuable experience of learning from the experts through working side-by-side with those in the health sector on your industry placement. You will have the chance to learn what this career is like in the real world, while you continue your studies.
  • Specialist knowledge and skills relating to supporting the adult nursing team.

T Level Science - Laboratory Sciences L3

T level Science is aimed at students who are interested in pursuing a career in laboratory science. Year one includes essential knowledge and skills to work in science or healthcare including how the industry works, core scientific concepts and key regulations including managing information, health and safety and good scientific/clinical practice.

In Year 2 you will specialise in Laboratory Sciences understanding how to design and perform practical experiments, keep good records and solve problems.

Alongside your work at college you will have a extended industry placement of 315 hours (around 45 days) which enables you to gain important experience of a workplace and also develop the key skills and behaviours that employers are looking for.

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  • Level: 3
  • Study Mode: Blended Learning
  • Start Date: Friday, 15 November 2024
  • Start Date:

    Cohort 1 – 15 November 2024 – 20 December 2024
    Cohort 2 - 7 March 2025 – 4 April 2025

TAQA Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement

Cohort 1 – 15 November – 20 December
28 February 2025 – 28 March 2025

For teachers, trainers or assessors who assess the knowledge and/or skills in vocationally related subject areas (in a classroom or workshop) using the following assessment methods: assessments in simulated environments/skills tests/oral and written questions/assignments/projects/case studies/RPL. This Award consists of 2 units. 

TAQA Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment

Cohort 1 – 15 November – 20 December
28 February 2025 – 28 March 2025

For teachers, trainers or assessors who assess the demonstration of competence in the workplace using the following assessment methods:  observation, examination of work product, oral questioning, discussion, witness testimony, learner statements and RPL.  This Award consists of 2 Units (1 x knowledge-based unit and 1 x performance-based unit).

TAQA Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment

Cohort 1 – 15 November – 20 December
28 February 2025 – 28 March 2025

For aspiring assessors, admin staff, managers, HR or quality assurance personnel wishing to understand the assessment process and best practice.

TAQA Level 3 Certificate In Assessing Vocational Achievement

Cohort 1 – 15 November – 20 December
28 February 2025 – 28 March 2025

For teachers, trainers or assessors who assess the demonstration of competence in both the workplace and classroom environments, using a variety of assessment methods. This certificate consists of 3 Units (1 x knowledge-based unit and 2 x performance-based unit).

TAQA Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice

Cohort 1 – 17 Jan – 14 Feb 
Cohort 2 – 4 April – 9 May ( 2 week break for Easter , 4 taught sessions in total)

A knowledge only Award for anyone starting their journey as a quality Assurance practitioner, i.e.  senior teachers, trainers or assessors who need to know about quality assurance , but not carrying out IQA themselves.  This Award consists of 1 unit 

TAQA Level 4 Award in Understanding Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice

Cohort 1 – 17 Jan – 14 Feb 
Cohort 2 – 4 April – 9 May ( 2 week break for Easter , 4 taught sessions in total)

A knowledge only Award for anyone starting their journey as a quality Assurance practitioner, i.e.  senior teachers, trainers or assessors who need to know about quality assurance , but not carrying out IQA themselves. This Award consists of 1 unit.

TAQA Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice

Cohort 1 – 17 Jan – 14 Feb 
Cohort 2 – 4 April – 9 May ( 2 week break for Easter , 4 taught sessions in total)

For practitioners who conduct internal quality assurance of the assessment process from within a centre or organisation, by sample planning, monitoring and advising on the practice of assessors.. This award consists of 2 units.

Teacher Training Level 3 Award in Education and Training

Learn the practical and theoretical aspects of training and assessing in the private or public sector. This 15 week course is an introduction to training and teaching. It is suitable for current trainers and teachers or those wishing to become a trainer or teacher; as there is no requirement to be working as a trainer or teacher.

The course aims to develop knowledge and skills through the delivery of a 15 minute micro-teach activity.

Teacher Training Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training

This course will prepare you with everything you need to start work in a full teaching/training role. You will learn and apply the practical and theoretical aspects of planning, teaching/training and assessing in Further and Adult Education or the private or public sector. This 30 week course is for perfect for anybody working either full or part-time in a full teacher, trainer or instructor role.

Teacher Training Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training

This course will prepare you with everything you need to work as a qualified teacher in the post 14 learner sector. You will learn and apply the practical and theoretical aspects of planning, teaching/training and assessing to enable you to teach in Further Education Colleges, Sixth Form Colleges, Adult Community Learning, Privately Owned Training Providers, or Offender Learning. This is a new qualification and is the replacement for the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.

  • Level: 2
  • Study Mode: Online Learning
  • Start Date: Throughout the year

Team Leading

Strong team leadership is essential for providing guidance, direction and instruction within a group and inevitably leads to more effective teamwork and more motivated employees. Being able to manage a team effectively is critical in the current job market, where employee productivity and team outcomes are closely monitored.

Travel and Tourism Certificate – Aviation Pathway

Location: Stansted Airport College

This course is for Adults looking to progress their careers in the aviation industry, looking to change career and work in the industry or Aviation enthusiasts wanting to gain a greater understanding of the Aviation industry and how it operates.  

This qualification is designed to give the learner an introduction into working in the Travel and Tourism Industry with an emphasis on the Aviation Sector, Including: 

  • Understand the principles of the Travel and Tourism Industry specifically the Aviation Industry. 
  • Exploration of the occupational roles within the Aviation pathway industry
  • The opportunity to gain proficiency in a number of practical and work-related transferable skills

Skills that you will acquire on completion of this course

  • Problem solving and critical thinking
  • Team work and leadership
  • A higher global view of the Industry you work in, or wish to work in
  • Self-Reflective practices and self -motivation
  • Analysis and synthesising information effectively