Shipley College Part–time courses
starting April-July
extracted from Ambitions 2013-14
Don’t miss out on these great opportunities starting soon!
Courses include: Accounting, Business, Care & Childcare, Customer Service,
Gardening/Horticulture & IT.
You can enquire online, by phone or in person, but please note, college is closed over the
Easter Break. We re-open on 23rd April.
The next issue of Ambitions will be ready for 18 June 2014.
Business & Finance Courses
City & Guilds Level 1 Award in Book-keeping & Accounts
Level 1 0/8159/A 28 Apr 14 07 Jul 14 6pm 8pm Monday £160 9 Weeks Shipley College
This course is designed for people starting a small business or working in a junior accounts office role. You need to be
comfortable with numbers e.g. percentages, addition and subtraction. Manual Book-keeping is a mainstay of many small
businesses as the selling of goods and services needs to be recorded correctly to meet VAT and tax requirements.
This course will introduce you to the correct procedures needed to achieve this. Assessment is by a short practical exam
covering the major topics discussed and practised during the course. After successful completion, you may wish to move
onto the Computerised Accounts course or the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting to further your understanding.
Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your interest.
Level 1 Computerised Accounts using Sage Software
Level 1 0/8154/0A 29 Apr 14 01 Jul 14 6pm 8pm Tuesday £165 9 Weeks Shipley College
Do you need to learn how to run computerised accounts for small businesses? Then this course is ideal. You must know
how to use a computer and mouse. Before joining this course, it is advised that you attend the introduction course to Sage
or have some experience in the computerised accounts process. This City & Guilds Level 1 course covers many aspects of
accounting such as setting up customer and supplier records (with their opening balances), setting up transactions, and the
preparation of final accounts. To test your skills at the end of the course, you will take a simple short examination,
performing those routines you have learned. Once completed, you could move onto the AAT Level 2 Certificate in
Accounting. Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your interest.
BTEC Award in Business & Administration Entry 3
Entry Level 3 0/3711/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £120 30 Hours Shipley College
This nationally recognised qualification is designed to improve your working life. You will develop a range of skills and
techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance at work. Once you have completed the
course, you could progress to the BTEC Level 1 Award in Business & Administration which provides further opportunities to
develop key employability skills.
BTEC Award in Business & Administration Level 1
Level 1 0/3712/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £120 30 Hours Shipley College
The Edexcel BTEC Level 1 Award in Business Administration gives you the opportunity to develop a range of skills and
techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in working life and achieve a nationally
recognised qualification. Once completed, you could progress into employment and /or study at Level 2 on a Business or IT
related course.
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BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Business (QCF)
Level 2 0/3114/0 17 Sep 13 20 May 14 6pm 9pm Tuesday £375 30 Weeks Shipley College
This nationally recognised qualification is perfect if you are interested in continuing your professional development or want
to move to a different area of employment and even if you are considering starting your own business. Throughout the
course you will focus on particular aspects of employment and business enterprise. You will cover key areas related to
business including business purposes and organisations, customer relations and starting a small business. Admission is by
short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your interest.
Principles of Customer Service Level 1 Award A fee reduction may apply to you
Level 1 0/3131/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £135 24 Weeks Shipley College
This nationally recognised qualification is perfect if you are preparing to work in a customer service role as it underpins the
basic knowledge and understanding you will need. The course provides accreditation for the interpersonal skills necessary
for working in a customer service environment where the work involves direct or indirect contact with external or internal
customers.
Business & Administration - Work-based Courses (NVQs)
Level 2 Certificate in Business and Administration (NVQ) Level 2 Entitlement may apply to you
Level 2 0/3074/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £550 6 Months Shipley College
This nationally recognised qualification is ideal if you work in administrative and/or secretarial roles in any business area.
You will work at your own pace, building a portfolio of evidence which is assessed in College on an ongoing basis with online learning facilities. Observations will take place in the workplace so you must obtain your employer’s agreement.
Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your interest.
Level 3 Diploma in Business and Administration (NVQ) Level 3 Entitlement may apply to you
Level 3 0/3095/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days See fee 1 Year Shipley College
This nationally recognised qualification is ideal if you work with some supervisory responsibility in administrative and/or
secretarial roles. You will work at your own pace, building a portfolio of evidence which is assessed in College on an
ongoing basis with on-line learning facilities. Assessment is done in the workplace so you must obtain your employer’s
agreement. Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your interest.
Government funding has changed for this course and is dependant upon your age and personal circumstances. Course
costs are discussed on an individual basis. If you are aged 24 or over then you may be able to apply for a 24+ Learning
Loan. Please contact the Enrolments team on 01274 327327 who will advise you of the relevant fee.
Customer Services - Work-based Courses (NVQs)
Level 2 Certificate in Customer Services (NVQ)
Level 2 0/3130/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £500 6 Months Shipley College
This course is ideal if you are working in a customer service or customer care role within any type of business and want to
gain a nationally recognised qualification. You will receive guidance to build a portfolio to demonstrate your skills which
will be assessed in College on an ongoing basis with on-line learning facilities. Observations will be carried out in the
workplace so you will need to obtain your employer’s agreement for these visits. Admission is by a short, informal
discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your interest.
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IT & Computing (Hardware & Software)
iTQ Courses
ECDL (Essentials) iTQ Level 1 A fee reduction may apply to you
Level 1 C/3935/MC Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £190 40 Weeks Meridian Centre
This nationally recognised qualification is designed to help you learn how to use a computer and gain practical IT skills.
It is ideal for anyone who uses a computer, whether at home or in the office. You cover areas such as how to be safe using
a computer, how to communicate, save files and retrieve your work. Once you have completed this qualification, you may
progress onto the ECDL iTQ (Extra) Level 2.
ECDL iTQ (Extra) Level 2 Level 2 Entitlement may apply to you
Level 2 C/3936/MC Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £250 40 Weeks Meridian Centre
This Level 2 course is a nationally recognised qualification that will improve your knowledge and confidence in using
essential Microsoft Office programmes. It is perfect if you are looking to improve your career prospects as it will teach you
how to work more effectively and efficiently in the office, particularly with your computer systems. This is an Intermediate
course, therefore you will need to have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
OCR iTQ Level 1 A fee reduction may apply to you
Level 1 C/8111/WH Start dates throughout the year 9:30am 11:30am Tuesday £250 35 Weeks Windhill Community Centre
This course is ideal if you have a basic knowledge of IT and want to learn more, particularly the IT skills needed in an office.
Our experienced tutors will guide you through subjects such as spreadsheets, presentations, database, word processing,
desktop publishing, IT security, e-mail and the internet. This course will improve your CV and could be great for your career
prospects as it is recognised by businesses across the UK.
Level 1 0/8111/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £250 40 Weeks Shipley College
OCR iTQ Level 2 Level 2 Entitlement may apply to you
Level 2 0/8112/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £310 40 Weeks Shipley College
This course is perfect if you have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and want to go onto the next
level. You can build this qualification around your needs and improve existing skills in using spreadsheets, presentations,
database, word processing, desktop publishing, e-mail and the internet. This course will further improve your CV and could
be great for your career prospects as it is recognised by businesses across the UK.
ECDL Courses
ECDL Advanced Word Processing No fee reduction available
Level 3 F/3931/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £160 24 Weeks Shipley College
Develop your word processing skills on this Level 3 course. You need to be competent in using Microsoft Word as this is an
advanced course. Topics include: tracking & reviewing changes, table of contents, bookmarks, forms, macros and master
documents. You can take an exam for which there will be an additional fee.
ECDL Advanced Spreadsheets No fee reduction available
Level 3 F/3932/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £160 24 Weeks Shipley College
Develop your skills on this Level 3 course. You need to be competent in using Microsoft Excel as this is an advanced course.
Topics include: conditional formatting, advanced formulae, pivot tables, look up and reference.
You can take an exam for which there will be an additional fee.
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ECDL Advanced Presentation No fee reduction available
Level 3 F/3933/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £160 24 Weeks Shipley College
Develop your presentation skills on this Level 3 course. You need to be competent in using Microsoft PowerPoint as this is
an advanced course. Topics include: the effect of colour, saving a slide as a picture, arranging objects, creating flowcharts
and inserting sounds and movies, action buttons and linking to a worksheet range. You can take an exam for which there
will be an additional fee.
ECDL Advanced Database No fee reduction available
Level 3 F/3934/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £160 24 Weeks Shipley College
Develop your skills on this Level 3 course. You need to be competent in using Microsoft Access as this is an advanced
course. Topics include: creating a lookup, using a crosstab query, creating a subform and link to parent, creating running
summaries, and linking external data. You can take an exam for which there will be an additional fee.
Professional CISCO Courses
CISCO IT Essentials No fee reduction available
Level 3 F/8301/0 Start dates throughout the year 6pm 9pm Thursday £450 Flexible Shipley College
On this course you will learn the latest essential PC and software system support skills demanded by the industry today.
CISCO IT Essentials I: PC Hardware and Software v5.0 covers the fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well
as advanced concepts. You will learn how to describe the internal components of a computer, assemble a computer
system, install an operating system and troubleshoot, using system tools and diagnostic software. You will also understand
how to connect to the Internet and share resources in a network environment. New topics covered include laptops and
portable devices, mobile devices, wireless connectivity, security, safety and environmental issues and communication skills.
This course leads to CompTIA A+ certification. After this course, you can progress onto any one of the worldwide industry
recognised CISCO certified courses offered at Shipley College. Admission is by short, informal discussion - please phone
01274 327327 to register your interest.
CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Discovery No fee reduction available
Level 3 F/8142/0 Start dates throughout the year 6pm 9pm Thursday £450 Flexible Shipley College
CISCO CCNA Discovery 1
The Cisco CCNA® Discovery course teaches you the skills needed to obtain entry-level home network installer jobs.
Networking for Home and Small Businesses is the first of four modules leading to the Cisco CCNA Discovery qualification.
The curriculum provides foundational networking knowledge, practical experience, opportunities for career exploration
and soft-skills development to help you prepare for an entry-level career in IT and networking. It will also help you develop
some of the skills needed to become a network technician, computer technician, cable installer and help desk technician.
Please note the fee is £450 for each module.
CISCO CCNA Discovery 2
The Cisco CCNA®® Discovery 2 course prepares you for the job of network technician and helps develop the additional
skills required for roles such as computer technicians and help desk technicians. Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or
ISP is the second of four modules leading to the Cisco qualification. This module provides a basic overview of routing and
remote access, addressing and security. The final chapter helps you prepare for the CCENT certification exam. You could
progress onto the CISCO CCNA Discovery 3 course. Please note the fee is £450 for each module.
CISCO CCNA Discovery 3
The Cisco CCNA®® Discovery 3 course Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise familiarises you with the
equipment applications and protocols installed in enterprise networks, with a focus on switched networks, IP Telephony
requirements and security. Hands-on exercises, including configuration, installation and troubleshooting reinforce your
learning. Please note the fee is £450 for each module.
CISCO CCNA Discovery 4
This course is the last of the four modules leading to the Cisco CCNA Discovery qualification. This course introduces you
to network design processes using examples; a large enterprise network and a medium-sized company network. You will
follow a standard design process to expand and upgrade each network. Please note the fee is £450 for each module.
Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your interest.
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CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Exploration No fee reduction available
Level 3 F/8147/0 Start dates throughout the year 6pm 9pm Thursday £450 Flexible Shipley College
CISCO CCNA Exploration 1 Network Fundamentals
Exploration 1 introduces you to the networking field. ‘Networking Fundamentals’ is the first of four modules leading to the
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. The course focuses on network terminology and protocols, local
area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), Open System Interconnection (OSI) models, cabling, cabling tools,
routers, router programming, Ethernet, Internet Protocol (IP) addressing and network standards. You could progress onto
CISCO Exploration 2 CCNA Networking course. Please note the fee is £450 for each module.
CISCO CCNA Exploration 2 Routing Protocols & Concepts
This is the second of four CCNA modules leading to the Cisco certification. ‘Exploration 2 Routing Protocols & Concepts’
focuses on initial router configuration, Cisco IOS Software management, routing protocol configuration, TCP/IP and access
control lists (ACLs). You will develop skills on how to configure a router, manage Cisco IOS Software, configure routing
protocols and create access lists controlling access to the router. You could progress onto CISCO Exploration 3 CCNA
Networking course. Please note the fee is £450 for each module.
CISCO CCNA Exploration 3 LAN Switching & Wireless
CCNA 3 focuses on advanced IP addressing techniques (Variable Length Subnet Masking (VLSM)), intermediate routing
protocols (RIP v2, single-area OSPF, EIGRP), command-line interface configuration of switches, Ethernet switching, Virtual
LANs (VLANs), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP). You could progress onto CISCO CCNA
Exploration 4 course. Please note the fee is £450 for each module.
CISCO CCNA Exploration 4 Accessing the WAN
This is the last of the four modules. CCNA 4 focuses on Routing and Routing Protocols; you will study advanced IP
addressing techniques (Network Address Translation (NAT), Port Address Translation (PAT) and DHCP), WAN technology
and terminology, PPP, ISDN, DDR, Frame Relay, network management and introduction to optical networking. Please note
the fee is £450 for each module. Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your
interest.
IT & Computing - Work-based Courses (NVQs)
Level 2 Certificate in IT User Skills (iTQ) (QCF) Level 2 Entitlement may apply to you
Level 2 0/8012/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days £555 6 Months Shipley College
The iTQ Diploma Level 2 is ideal for people using IT at work. Our tutors will help you tailor the course to the needs of the
business you work for and/ or your job role, This iTQ is the most up-to-date IT user qualification. The aim is to support
you building a portfolio of evidence from within your workplace and develop your competences in IT. It can help you to
improve your job or future employability prospects. At interview you will be advised which level is most appropriate for
you. Admission is by short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your interest.
Level 3 Diploma for IT Users (iTQ) (QCF) Level 3 Entitlement may apply to you - see pages 62-63
Level 3 0/8013/0 Start dates throughout the year Flexible times and days See fee 1 Year Shipley College
This Level 3 is ideal for people using IT at work. It is tailored to the needs of the business and/or job role. This course gives
you the most up-to-date IT user qualification at Level 3. You will work at your own pace, building a portfolio of evidence
which is assessed in College on an ongoing basis with on-line learning facilities. Observations will take place in the
workplace so you must obtain your employer’s agreement. Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone
01274 327327 to register your interest.
Government funding has changed for this course and is dependant upon your age and personal circumstances. Course
costs are discussed on an individual basis. If you are aged 24 or over then you may be able to apply for a 24+ Learning
Loan. Please contact the Enrolments team on 01274 327327 who will advise you of the relevant fee.
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Childcare Courses in dev
Level 1 0/5271/JUN 18 Jun 14 18 Jul 14 9:30am 2pm Wed & Fri £100 5 Weeks Shipley College
Level 1 BTEC Certificate in Caring for Children A fee reduction may apply to you
This course is ideal if you would like to develop a career in working with children and need a starting point. Our
experienced tutors will teach you how to help early years professionals in supporting children with their learning and how
to maintain a safe and interesting environment. After successfully completing this course, you may wish to progress onto
the Level 2 Certificate in Children’s and Young People’s Workforce. Please be aware you will need to have recently
completed 200 hours of work experience. You need to have a good level of both written and verbal English to complete
this course. Please note that you will be required to attend college 2 days a week.
Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce Level 3 Entitlement may apply to you
Level 3 0/5703/JUN 05 Jun 14 12 Feb 15 12:30pm 3pm/6.30pm 9.00pm Thursday See fee 26 Weeks Shipley College
This course is the recognised qualification for people working in the Childcare sector with children and young people aged
0-19 years. The qualification currently has three pathways: Early Learning & Childcare, Social Care and Learning
Development & Support Services. It will cover the skills required by an Early Years Practitioner. Students must be 18 or over
to enrol and you must have at least 1 year’s current experience working with children or young people and/ or have an
existing Level 2 qualification. You will need to have a very good level of English and be employed for a minimum of 14
hours per week in a childcare setting at the start of, and for the duration of, this course as you will be assessed in the
workplace. Our experienced tutors will aim to help improve your employment prospects and enable you to work in a
variety of childcare settings. You may wish to progress onto the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children’s Care, Learning
& Development. Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your interest.
Government funding has changed for this course and is dependant upon your age and personal circumstances. Course
costs are discussed on an individual basis. If you are aged 24 or over then you may be able to apply for a 24+ Learning Loan.
Please contact the Enrolments team on 01274 327327 who will advise you of the relevant fee.
Introductory short courses in Care & Childcare
Basic BSL/Makaton No fee reduction available
Level 1 F/5070/MAY 10 May 14 10 May 14 1pm 4pm Saturday £30 3 Hours Shipley College
This course is suitable for those wishing to have a basic understanding of how to communicate using British Sign Language
and Makaton.
Autism Awareness No fee reduction available
Level 1 F/5072/JUL 05 Jul 14 05 Jul 14 9am 12pm Saturday £30 3 Hours Shipley College
This course is suitable for those wanting to gain a better understanding of the Autistic Spectrum disorders and ways to help
improve quality of life for those with the condition.
How to Map & Path Person Centred Support No fee reduction available
Level 1 F/5079/JUL 05 Jul 14 05 Jul 14 1pm 4pm Saturday £30 3 Hours Shipley College
This course is aimed at those working with or caring for children and adults with learning or care support needs.
This method of planning support is inclusive and aims to enable and empower those needing support to set achievable
outcomes.
Safeguarding (Child Protection Introduction) No fee reduction available
Everyone F/5140/MAY 10 May 14 10 May 14 9am 12pm Saturday £30 3 Hours Shipley College
The Children’s Act 2004 recommends that anyone who works or volunteers in settings where they come into contact
with children must undertake basic child protection training. This informative course will give you an understanding of
safeguarding and child protection processes.
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Horticulture & Gardening Courses
Level 1 Certificate in Practical Gardening
Level 1 0/7132A Monday 28th April 7pm-9pm - 12 Weeks - £99 Shipley College
This course is aimed at people either new to gardening, wanting a career change or interested in building on their current
knowledge. It is ideal for people who want to develop the basic skills to work as a gardener.
Level 1 Certificate in Practical Horticultural Skills
0/7440 Monday 28th April, 10am-3pm - 10 Weeks - £125
Also available as an evening class - Wednesday 30th April, 7-9pm - 10 Weeks - £99
You will cover lawn care, shrub border planting and maintenance, bedding and herbaceous plants maintenence and
care. All you need is an interest in gardening and outdoor work.
Level 3 BTEC Certificate in Horticulture
0/7438/0 Friday 2nd May, 9am-4pm Contact us for fee
This course is designed for people ready for a career change, for keen gardeners or for professional development for
existing gardeners.
Level 1 Award in Practical Horticulture Skills
0/7119/ Weds 30th April, 9.30am-3pm - 3 Weeks - No fee
0/7119/Thursday 1st May, 9.30am-3pm - 3 Weeks - No fee
0/7119/ Friday 2nd May, 9.30am-3pm - 3 Weeks - No fee
Are you 19 +, unemployed, in receipt of benefit and interested in a career outdoors? Why not try our work-focussed
Horticulture course. Develop new skills and experience in landscaping and garden maintenence work.
Level 2 BTEC Extended Certificate in Horticulture
0/7006/A Friday 2nd May 9.30am-3pm - 10 Weeks - £125
This course is perfect for people looking for a career change or for existing gardeners looking for a recognised qualification,
or to increase their confidence in growing plants.
The Weekend Gardener - Saturday Courses:
Propagate - Saturday 10th May 10am-3pm - 1 week - £35
Propagate plants by stem cutting and sow seeds indoors and outdoors.
Edible Containers & Hanging Baskets
Saturday 7th June 10am-3pm - 1 week - £45
Prepare and plant a hanging basket and a container with edible plants.
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You can enquire about these courses online, by phone or in person, but please note, college
is closed over the Easter Break. We re-open on 23rd April.
For information, the next issue of Ambitions will be ready for 18 June 2014.
Shipley College, Salt Building, Victoria Road, Saltaire, Shipley, BD18 3LQ
01274 327327 www.shipley.ac.uk
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