Useful
information
Postal Address
South Downs College, College Road, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 8AA
Contact Information
Telephone: 023 9279 7979 Fax: 023 9279 4630Website: www.southdowns.ac.uk Email: college@southdowns.ac.uk Principal and Chief Executive: Mike Gaston
College Term Dates
2015/16
Wednesday 9 September 2015 to Thursday 17 December 2015 Monday 4 January 2016 to Thursday 24 March 2016
Monday 11 April 2016 to Friday 1 July 2016
Opening Times
for Main Campus
Term Time
Monday – Thursday 8.00am – 9.30pm Friday 8.00am – 5.00pm
Outside Term Time
Monday – Thursday 8.00am – 5.00pm Friday 8.00am – 4.30pm
Welcome
Principal and CEO, South Downs College
Welcome to South Downs College adult courses guide. From September, we will be offering a wide range of part-time courses that have been developed to support those thinking about progressing in their occupation, changing their career direction, or simply wishing to learn a new skill. With the support of the College’s staff, all experts in their field, studying a part-time course with us is an excellent way of realising your potential. For those whose aims and aspirations are to establish, progress or further your career, we have courses which will enable you to access higher education, study at a higher level or update your industry knowledge, ensuring that you are equipped with the latest skills to support you in the workplace. Now is the right time for you to embark on a course that will enhance your expertise, utilise your talents and take you on an exciting journey. Along with our first-class teaching and learning facilities and outstanding financial and student support services, there is every reason to study with us now.
If you are considering undertaking a course with us for leisure, we are here to ensure that you get the most out of the experience, with our expert lecturers helping you pursue your passion in a particular subject.
At South Downs College we are committed to supporting your personal development and enhancing your college experience. Our aim is to help you realise your goals and achieve success.
This guide will offer you initial information on the range of adult courses available. Please don’t hesitate to visit our website or to contact our customer service team for further information, advice and guidance.
I look forward to welcoming you to South Downs College, supporting you to gain the most out of your learning experience.
from Mike Gaston
At South Downs College we are committed to supporting your personal development and enhancing your college experience. Our aim is to help you realise your goals and achieve success.
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Contents
Skills for Life
. . . .18-19
Access to Higher Education
. . . .20-23
Apprenticeships
. . . .24-25
Art, Design and Media
. . .26-29
Business and Professional
. . . .30-33
Catering and Hospitality
. . . .34-36
First Aid
. . . .37
Childcare
. . . .38-39
Computing
. . . .40-41
Engineering and Motor Vehicle
. . .42-43
English and Maths
. . . .44
Creative Writing and Sign Language
. . .45
Exercise and Fitness
. . . .46-47
Hair and Beauty
. . . .48-49
Higher Education
. . . .50-51
Higher Education Loans
. . .52
Music Production and Performance
. . . .53
Teaching and Training
. . . .54-55
Science and Animal Care
. . . .56
Refunds and Other Information
. . .58
Choosing the right course for you
. . . .6-7
Levels explained
. . . .8
Fees and payment
. . . .9
Financial support for adults
. . . .10-11
Course-related financial assistance
. . . .12
Childcare financial assistance
. . . .13
24+ Advanced Learning Loan
. . . .14-15
How to apply
. . . .16
The courses
Other information
Supporting your study
Choosing the
As one of the largest colleges in Hampshire, South Downs College offers a wide selection of courses to suit an individual’s needs. Below outlines each of the College’s range of programmes, many of which feature within this guide.
right course for you
Short Courses
With time being a consideration for anyone wishing to develop their subject knowledge, or simply start a new hobby while fitting in with the pressures of daily life, the College is now offering a range of short and one-day introduction courses.
Access to Higher Education
The College runs a range of Access to Higher Education programmes, specifically designed to support and enable individuals who do not have the correct qualifications to enter degree level study at university. Turn to page 20 for more information.Full-time Study Programmes
The College offers one of the widest provisions of both A level and vocational study programmes in the area. The qualifications, which are fully funded by the UK Government for those aged between 16-18 years, are focused on developing the relevant skills, knowledge and wider life experiences that prepare young people for entrance to university or employment. Courses are available from Entry Level to Level 3, with more information available via
www.southdowns.ac.uk
Part-time Courses
This adult course guide features a wide range of part-time courses developed to fit around your work and other commitments. These courses have been designed to support your career or develop your interests for leisure and pleasure. Run by subject experts, the courses vary in length and span differing levels, enabling a wide range of people to access and enjoy lifelong learning.
Traineeships
Traineeships prepare young people, aged 16 to 24, for their future careers by helping them to become ‘work ready’. They provide the essential work preparation training, maths, English and work experience needed to progress onto an Apprenticeship or directly into employment. To find out more about Traineeships, please contact the College.
GCSEs
GCSEs in maths and English are now accepted as a prerequisite for higher level education or to apply for many occupations. If you did not achieve an A-C grade the first time around or have not had the opportunity to study for a maths or English GCSE before, then we can help. Many people may be eligible for government funding, meaning that you will not pay for your course. Turn to page 44 for more information.
Distance and Online Learning
South Downs College is currently developing its range of distance and online learning programmes, including the full range of training available through its accreditation with the Microsoft Academy. Whether you are an individual wishing to study from home or an employer looking to upskill your workforce, please contact the College to find out how we can support you.Higher Education
Levels 4 and 5 represent the start of higher level study, which includes qualifications such as HNC, HND and Foundation level degrees. With a history of successfully delivering higher education courses, and guidance in place to finance your programme, why not consider studying closer to home with a higher education course offered here at South Downs College. Turn to page 50 for more information.
Apprenticeships
Earning while you learn is just one benefit from undertaking an Apprenticeship through South Downs College. With a range of local employers looking to fill
Apprenticeship vacancies, the College can support you in both applying for and successfully achieving an Apprenticeship, irrespective of your age. Visit www.southdowns.ac.uk/ apprenticeships to see the current list of employment vacancies available.
Skills for Life
The Skills for Life programme is specifically developed to improve your English and maths at community venues located across the local area. Our friendly teams offer individuals returning to education support and guidance to develop their confidence and skills. For more information about Skills for Life, please turn to page 18.
More information about each level of qualification, from Entry to Level 8, can be found at www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/compare-different-qualification-levels
Levels
Qualifications in England are grouped into levels, from Entry Level to Level 8.
Qualifications at the same level are a similar level of difficulty, but the size and content of the course can vary.
explained
Entry Level
Qualifications designed to support progression onto Level 1 programmes, usually featured within Foundation Learning, Functional Skills and Skills for Life.
Level 1
Equivalent to GCSE (grades D-G), National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) Level 1, BTEC Level 1 Award, Certificate or Diploma,
Foundation Diploma.
Level 2
Equivalent to GCSE (grades A*-C), NVQ Level 2, BTEC Level 2 Award, Certificate or Diploma, Higher Diploma.
Level 3
AS and A level, International Baccalaureate, NVQ Level 3 Award, Certificate or Diploma, Access to Higher Education Diploma, BTEC Level 3 Certificate, Diploma or Extended Diploma.
Level 4
Certificate of Higher Education, Higher National Certificate (HNC), NVQ Level 4, BTEC Level 4 Professional Award, Certificate or Diploma.
Level 5
Diploma of Higher Education, Foundation degrees (FdA), Higher National Diploma (HND), BTEC Level 5 Professional Award, Certificate or Diploma.
Fees
Entry requirements
Dependent on the level and type of course, there may be specific entry requirements for those wishing to enrol onto the programme. However, as an adult with life experience, you may not always require formal qualifications. For many of our programmes we take your past work experience into account and may ask you to attend an informal interview so we can assess the right level of course for you.
For the majority of courses in this guide all fees are payable at the time of enrolment. The tuition fee and qualification fee (where relevant) is combined into an overall fee, as advertised in this guide.
Tuition and Qualification Fee
The tuition fee covers the cost of delivering the course. The qualification fee is
collected by the College and passed on to the awarding body for your qualification. It covers examination, assessment and certification costs.
Professional Body Membership
Courses leading to a professional qualification require students to register with the professional body. Any costs of this nature are payable directly to the professional body by the student and will be discussed at the start of the course.Payment by Instalments for Students
With the exception of learners receiving a loan from the Student LoansCompany, learners may agree payment by instalments of four equal monthly payments, providing the last instalment is payable at least two months before the end of the course. Instalment payments will not normally be granted for fees below £100 or for courses lasting six weeks or less. Instalment payments will be subject to an administration fee of £20.
Fees Paid by an Employer or Other
Organisations
A learner may have made an agreement for course and other fees to be paid by their employer.
This is an agreement made between those two parties. Where it has been confirmed as part of the enrolment process that the fees for the learner are to be paid by a sponsor or an employer, then formal and written confirmation of this must be submitted to the College.
The College must receive any such letter of authority or payment by a third party at the point of enrolment, otherwise the learner will be asked to pay the full fees due.
Have you lived outside of the
European Economic Area at any time
during the last three years?
If so, the UK Government may classify you as an overseas student and special fees apply. Please contact our customer services team on 023 9279 7979 or Freephone 0800 056 0511 for further details.
and payment
Information on Refunds can be
found at the end of this guide.
Financial support
College Tuition Fees
As an adult learner with South Downs College there is a range of financial support available to help you return to study. Depending on your individual
circumstances you could be entitled to fully government funded or reduced course fees. You may also be able to apply for support funds to help with travel, childcare and any uniform requirements. As each person’s financial situation is different, we recommend that you speak to
our customer services team in order that we can provide you with information on the financial support available.
Discounted Fees
You MAY be eligible for a fully funded course if you fall under one of the following criteria:
Unemployed A full-time student
Studying for maths and/or English It is your first full Level 2 or Level 3 course
for adults
Are you? Age Course Level Would I need to pay? Thinking of studying a course
at South Downs College? 16-18 All Levels Please call the customer services team on 023 9279 7979 for more details. Thinking of studying a maths
or English course and not previously attained a Grade C or above?
19+ GCSE Maths and English Level 2 You would not have to pay for the course.
Thinking of studying a Skills for
Life course? 19+ Up to and including Level 2
You may not have to pay for the course. Please call our Skills for Life team on
023 9279 7984. Thinking of studying your first
full Level 2 course and not in receipt of benefits?
19 -23 QualificationFull Level 2 You would not have to pay for the course. 24+ QualificationFull Level 2 Course fees will apply.
Thinking of studying your first full Level 3 course and not in receipt of benefits?
19-23 QualificationFull Level 3 You would not have to pay for the course. 24+ QualificationFull Level 3
Course fees apply. However you may apply for the 24+ Advanced Learning Loan*. Please call the customer services team on
023 9279 7979 for more details.
Below is a guide to where discounted tuition fees or funding may be available
to support you with your study.
* Course exclusions apply.
Are you? Age Course Level Would I need to pay? In receipt of the following
benefits: Job Seekers Allowance (JSA), Employment Support Allowance (ESA), Universal Credit.
Or: Unemployed on any other benefits and enrolling on a course to improve skills/ retrain for employment?
19-23
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4
You may not have to pay for the course. Please call the customer services team on
023 9279 7979 for more details. 24+ Level 1Level 2 Please call the customer services team on You may not have to pay for the course.
023 9279 7979 for more details. 24+ Level 3Level 4
Course fees will apply. However you may apply for the 24+ Advanced Learning Loan*.
Please call the customer services team on 023 9279 7979 for more details. Thinking of studying a Higher
Education course? All ages
HNC HND Foundation Degree (FdA)
Course fees will apply. However you may apply for a Student Loan. Please visit Gov.UK website or call the customer services team on 023 9279 7979
for more details. Thinking of studying short or
leisure courses? All ages All Levels
Course fees will apply.
Please call the customer services team on 023 9279 7979 for more details. My name is Catherine and I manage the
student finance and travel support team, located near main reception at South Downs College. I have worked at the College for 11 years, 5 of those in my current role. The student finance and travel team offers support and guidance to all prospective students who have any queries about financial support, such as childcare, travel expenses, books, equipment and course related uniforms. We’re also able to offer advice on travelling to and from the College, including bus routes and purchasing of discounted rate bus passes.
Alongside this, we support students with any course related fees, such as UCAS administration, professional memberships, Disclosure and Barring Service checks and examination fees.
We understand that prospective students may require support, advice and guidance to ensure that they get the best out of their time here at the college. We are committed to providing that support to all customers, to help make their college experience a happy and successful one.
Catherine Sillence, Student Finance & Travel Support Manager
Essential course-related
Financial assistance may be available for essential course related costs for part-time students. To be eligible for the Financial Assistance, the following criteria need to be met:
The student is enrolled on a part-time course with South Downs College in 2015-16 (excluding F-coded (full-cost) courses, Level 5 courses, HNC/D and students aged 24+ on a Level 3 or 4 course).
The student is aged 16 or over on 31 August 2015 and is living with their parent/carer who is in receipt of at least one of the benefits listed below:
Jobseeker’s Allowance (income based) – All pages of the notification, dated after 31 May 2015
Income Support – Letter dated after 31 May 2015 stating you currently receive this benefit
Housing Benefit – Local Council letter dated April 2015 – March 2016
Council Tax Reduction (other than single occupancy) – Letter or annual bill dated from April 2015
Working Tax Credit – (not solely Child Tax Credit) – All pages of your Tax Credit Award Notice for April 2015 – April 2016 showing that you receive Working Tax Credits
If you are not issued with a new Tax Credit Award Notice, we will need to see all pages of your latest Tax Credit Annual Review statement, PLUS a bank statement dated from June 2015 showing a Working Tax payment going in.
Employment & Support Allowance (income related payment) – All pages of the notification dated after 31 May 2015 Pension Credit (Guarantee element) – All pages of the State Pension Credit notification (guarantee element), issued by the Pension Service, dated after 31 May 2015
Universal Credit (other than Child Tax element) – All pages of the Award Notice, which can be printed from your online account, dated after 31 May 2015
The student is aged 19 or over on 31 August 2015 and is in receipt of at least one of the benefits listed above or an unwaged dependant of someone who is in receipt of such a benefit.
If you are successfully granted financial assistance you will be entitled to the following:
Travel to and from the College Refunded public transport fares (on
production of the bus tickets) Mileage to and from your venue Refund of course specific text books Specified equipment/clothing relating
to the course you intend to study (this will be refunded on completion of the course)
Examination fees
Refund of professional fees (such as AAT membership fees)
UCAS administration fees
Refund of travel expenses to attend up to three (3x) Higher Education visits
financial assistance
Need help?
Please do not hesitate to ask the Student Finance and Travel Office if you are experiencing financial difficulties with college related costs – even if you are currently not in receipt of an income based benefit, as there may be ways we can still help you. We will just need to ask you a few questions.
Childcare Support for
Young Learners (students aged
under 20)
If you are a young parent (aged under 20 when your course starts) and want to start or continue in learning, you could be eligible for help with your childcare costs through the ‘Care to Learn’ scheme. The subject or course you take is up to you and you can study part-time or full-time. Care to Learn is designed to give you the help and support you need to enjoy studying without added worries. More information can be found at www.direct. gov.uk/caretolearn
Childcare Support
(students aged 20 and over)
If you are a student aged 20 or over when your course starts you may be entitled to receive help with your childcare costs. Your childcare costs will be subsidised if you are enrolled on a Skills for Life course or you are a student in receipt of, or are an unwaged dependant of someone who is in receipt of:
Jobseeker’s Allowance (income based) – All pages of the notification, dated after 31 May 2015
Income Support – Letter dated after 31 May 2015 stating you currently receive this benefit
Housing Benefit – Local Council letter dated April 2015 – March 2016
Council Tax Reduction (other than single occupancy) – Letter or annual bill dated from April 2015
Working Tax Credit – (not solely Child Tax Credit) – All pages of your Tax Credit Award Notice for April 2015 – April 2016 showing that you receive Working Tax Credits
If you are not issued with a new Tax Credit Award Notice, we will need to see all pages of your latest Tax Credit Annual Review
statement, PLUS a bank statement dated from June 2015 showing a Working Tax payment going in.
Employment & Support Allowance (income related payment) – All pages of the notification dated after 31 May 2015 Pension Credit (Guarantee element) – All pages of the State Pension Credit notification (guarantee element), issued by the Pension Service, dated after 31 May 2015
Universal Credit (other than Child Tax element) – All pages of the Award Notice, which can be printed from your online account, dated after 31 May 2015
To apply for financial assistance
with childcare, please obtain an
application form from the Student
Finance and Travel Office or call
us on 023 9279 4606. Application
forms are available from the end
of August 2015.
I wouldn’t have even considered returning to college without the financial and welfare support that South Downs College offered me. The College’s support has enabled me to make a future for myself and my son and now I aspire to go on to University.
LC, Extended Diploma in Music Student
Childcare
24+ Advanced
Are you aged 24 or over and thinking about studying a course at
South Downs College?
South Downs College specialise in a number of work related qualifications including courses
Access to Higher Education AAT (Association of Accounting
Technicians) Engineering
If you would like to apply for either a Level 3 or Level 4 course you will be required to pay tuition fees in full. To help pay for these fees you may be entitled to the 24+ Advanced Learning Loan*. Most learners will qualify for these loans from the UK Government. The household income of the learner is not taken into account, whether you are in employment or in receipt of a benefit, and there is no credit check when you apply. Student Finance England will pay the loan directly to South Downs College on your behalf, once your
attendance has been confirmed. You will pay back your loan (plus interest) when you finish your course and earn more than £21,000 per year. Your repayments will stop if your income drops below £21,000 per year. Your annual repayment amount will be 9% of any income you earn over the £21,000 threshold.
Repayment Examples
Your monthly repayments would be: £0 a month -
if you earn below £21,000 per year £7.50 a month -
if you earn £22,000 per year £30 a month -
if you earn £25,000 per year
Learning Loan
conditional offer from Southampton University for Midwifery. Without the skills Access has given me, I wouldn’t have been able to progress into higher education. I am hugely thankful for the support of staff on Access and at South Downs; Access has been life-changing and I look forward to embarking on my next chapter at university.
MC, Access to Health & Social Care Student
How to Apply for a 24+
Advanced Learning Loan
1
Decide on what Level 3/4 course youwould like to apply for (some courses will require an interview or you will be asked to attend an advice day).*
2
You will be asked to complete anapplication and declaration form, you will then be provisionally booked onto your course.
3
The customer service team willsend you a ‘Learning and funding information’ letter - you need this to complete the loan application. It contains the details about your course.
4
Apply online at www.gov.uk - you’llneed to register first. If you cannot apply online you can also download the application form. (If the loan asks for household income, it means you have applied for the wrong loan.)
5
You will be asked to print off a form tosign and return to the Student Loan Company.
6
You will get a letter confirming yourloan - usually within two weeks if you apply online (postal applications take longer).
7
Once we have received confirmationfrom the Student Loan Company that your loan has been accepted, you will then receive a Course Confirmation letter from the College.
What you need to know
You can’t apply until you get a ‘Learning and funding information’ letter from the College.
Having a passport number will speed up the process, as you would not need to require proof of identity.
Learners can take out a loan for the maximum amount to cover the tuition fees, or can pay all or part of the tuition fees themselves. Please be aware, if you require additional support you will need to apply for the full loan to cover this cost.
Leaving your course
You will sign a declaration to agree that you will repay the full cost of the course if you decide to withdraw. All appeals would need to be made in writing to the Vice Principal at South Downs College. For more information on courses or the 24+ Advanced Loan please contact our customer services team on 023 9279 7979.
Access to Higher
Education (HE)
Student Finance England will ‘write-off’ any outstanding 24+ Advanced Learning Loans that you owe for an Access to HE course once you complete a higher education course. This means you don’t have to repay it. For more details on Access to Higher Education courses, go to page 20.
We suggest that you consider your own circumstances and look into all options for paying for your course before choosing to take out a loan. You can get independent financial advice from the Money Advice Service at www.moneyadviceservice.co.uk
In Person
Come along to the Main Reception at South Downs College, College Road, Waterlooville, where a member of our customer services team will be happy to help with your enquiry.
Alternatively, for courses delivered at Leigh Park Learning Centre (LPLC), you can visit the College team at 14-16 Greywell Shopping Precinct, Leigh Park, Havant.
By Telephone
A member of the customer services team will be happy to advise and talk through the process with you. Call us on 023 9279 7979 or Freephone 0800 056 0511. For courses being held at Leigh Park Learning Centre (LPLC) please call 023 9249 8640.
By Email
If you would like more information about any of the courses available at the College, email a member of the customer service
team who will endeavour to respond to your enquiry within 24 hours:
customerservices@southdowns.ac.uk
Live Chat Online
Speak to one of the customer services team via the Live Chat facility on the website, available between 8.30am to 8.30pm, Monday to Friday, via: www.southdowns.ac.uk
Website
For information about the College, or to find out more about the courses we currently have on offer, please take a look at our website: www.southdowns.ac.uk
My name is Laxmi and I am the Deputy Manager of the Customer Services team. Having worked at the College since 1999 I’ve have had the privilege to see students of all ages complete their chosen course and move into employment or onto University. Located in the College’s main reception, the team and I are dedicated to supporting our customers with all enquiries, including information and guidance on full and part-time courses - if you are unsure about either applying or funding your chosen course, we will have the answers. Laxmi Neave
Deputy Manager of Customer Services
Applying for a part-time course at South Downs College is very easy. If you would like more information about the wide range of courses that we currently offer, or support on how to apply, please speak to one of our friendly customer service advisers who will be happy to help. You can contact us in a variety of ways:
How
to apply
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Course: The name of the course
Course Code: The code that you will require to use when applying to the College.
Venue: The centre where the course is held. See the next page for an explanation of codes and addresses for each centre.
Course Fee: All prices quoted include tuition and qualification fees. Fees quoted for those aged 19-23 are not eligible for the 24+ Advanced Learning Loan.
To find out more about College fees, go to page 9.
Day and Time: The usual day and time on which the course is held. This may be subject to change over the duration of the course. Your course tutor will explain any variations.
Course Length: The total number of weeks that you will attend college. This excludes the College holidays and any other times when the course does not run. Your course tutor will explain any holidays to you at the start of your course.
Start Date: The date that you should attend the course venue for the start of your course.
The courses
Courses are grouped by their industry area. The contents page at the beginning of this guide can help direct you to the relevant course section.
Locations
The majority of courses that feature are delivered from South Downs College’s main campus (SDC). However there are a number of specific courses delivered in different locations in the local area (see the next page for map). In addition, some courses are delivered as distance learning (DL).
Over 6 million people in the UK struggle with their English skills in everyday life situations and at work. In addition to this, around 26 million people struggle with their maths skills, with many people not being able to check that the change they are given in a shop is correct.
It is important that, if you are one of those people, you do not feel like you are on your own. We have a range of courses that are designed specifically to support you to gain these skills, meet other people and build your confidence.
Studying English and maths with us could help you to:
Understand money issues including reductions in shops
Understand pay and deductions on your payslip
Communicate effectively in a range of different everyday situations
Improve your chances of getting a job or progressing in your current role
Support your children with their learning Study at a higher level.
These courses are free if you have not already achieved a GCSE grade A* to C in either English or maths. If you choose to apply for one of these courses, you will be invited to an initial assessment session where our friendly team will help you to find the right level of course to start on and will support you to achieve the qualification.
You can enrol on one of these courses from September to February each year. We also offer GCSE English and maths for adults. For more information about these courses, turn to page 44 or contact the Skills for Life team on 023 9279 7984 or email sfladmin@southdowns.ac.uk
ESOL Classes – English for
Speakers of Other Languages
These will help you to improve your speaking and listening, reading and writing in English. We run classes from beginners to Level 2. We have classes that run at different times of the day and evening and these are offered at different locations in the community. If you choose to apply for one of these courses you will be invited to an initial assessment session, where the Skills for Life team will help you find the right course to suit you. Please bring your passport and visa documentation to this assessment. You can enrol on one of these courses from September to February each year. For more information about these courses please contact the Skills for Life team on 023 9279 7984 or email sfladmin@southdowns.ac.ukFree English
and maths courses
You can also keep up to date with
the Skills for Life team and find out
about courses starting soon by
following us on Twitter @SDC_SFL
Locations
English, maths and ESOL classes are available at the following venues:
Venue1 Leigh Park Learning Centre (LPLC), 14-16
Greywell Shopping Precinct, Leigh Park, Havant, PO9 5AL
2 Sharps Copse Children’s Centre, Prospect
Lane, Havant, PO9 5PE
3 Mill Hill Children’s Centre,
Mill Road, Waterlooville, PO7 7DB
4 Portsmouth Friendship Centre, Friendship
House, Elm Grove, Southsea, PO5 1JT
5 Landport Community Centre (LCC), Charles
Street, Landport, Portsmouth, PO1 1JD
6 Merry-Go-Round Children’s Centre,
Wickham C of E School, Buddens Road, Wickham, PO17 5HU
7 Hillside and Wymering Centre, Cheltenham
Road, Paulsgrove, PO6 3PY
8 South Downs College (SDC), College Road,
Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 8AA
Venue
Havant
We offer adult classes at a range of venues across the local area, that include community centres and children’s centres, to help local people access our support. Adult classes run all year around and students can join anytime between September and February.
Sharon Brueton Head of Skills for Life
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Access to
Course overview
An Access to Higher Education Diploma is the ideal way for adult students (aged 19+) without traditional A levels or Level 3 qualifications to qualify for entry to a degree or other higher education course.
The Access qualification is a popular, nationally recognised qualification designed to provide adult students with the skills they need to apply for courses at universities. Access Diplomas are Level 3 courses specifically tailored toward the adult learner. South Downs College is proud to be offering QAA credit based Access to Higher Education Diplomas, validated by LASER, in a variety of qualification pathways.
Higher Education
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength
Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+ Access to Higher Education
Diploma (Nursing and Healthcare Professions)
S913/151BLA LPLC 14-Sep-15 9.15am-1.15pmMon and Wed weeks35 £1,320 £3,384+
S913/151ALA LPLC 15-Sep-15 9.15am-1.15pmTue and Thu weeks35 £1,320 £3,384+
S913/151ASA SDC 15-Sep-15 5.30-9.30pmTue and Thu weeks35 £1,320 £3,384+
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Care
Professions) S980/151ASA SDC
15-Sep-15 5.30-9.30pmTue and Thu weeks35 £1,320 £3,384+ Access to Higher Education
Diploma (Health Sciences) S983/151ASA SDC 15-Sep-15 5.30-9.30pmTue and Thu weeks35 £1,320 £3,384+ Access to Higher Education
Diploma (Humanities) S981/151ASA SDC 15-Sep-15 5.30-9.30pmTue and Thu weeks35 £1,395 £3,022+ Access to Higher Education
Diploma (Teacher Education) S626/151ASA SDC 15-Sep-15 5.30-9.30pmTue and Thu weeks35 £1,320 £3,384+ Access to Higher Education
Diploma (Business Studies
combined with IT) S108/151ASA SDC
14-Sep-15 Mon and Wed 5.30-9.30pm weeks35 Enquire Enquire
The Courses
+ 24+ Advanced Learning Loan eligible. See page 14 for details.
All three of my lecturers were absolutely amazing. They continuously gave me support and encouragement even when I was doubtful of what I was doing, especially at my age. Any questions I had were always answered and their feedback was positive and constructive. I have now started my degree course with all the skills I need.
Lesley Johnson
Access to Higher Education Diploma in Humanities Student
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Course Descriptions
The Health Sciences pathway is for students wishing to pursue a wide range of health professions including physiotherapy, podiatry, becoming an operating
department practitioner, radiography, dietetics and allied health sciences, sport related courses or subject specific degrees.
The Humanities pathway is for students who are interested in preparing for Higher Education courses including; English, sociology, philosophy, education, teacher training, anthropology, secondary education, history, historical and
sociological studies and a wide range of subject degrees and Foundation Degree options.
The Nursing and Healthcare pathway is for students wishing to enter a wide range of health and care professions, such as; general nursing, mental health nursing, child nursing, midwifery, allied health
sciences, occupational therapy and many more, including specific subject degrees such as psychology or sociology.
The Teacher Education pathway is for students who are interested in preparing for Higher Education courses in education, primary teacher training, youth work, childcare, plus a range of subject specific and Foundation Degrees.
The Social Care pathway is designed for students who are interested in preparing for Higher Education courses including; social work, probation, youth work, or specific subject degrees such as psychology, sociology or social sciences.
The Business Studies with IT pathway is new for September 2015. Designed for students interested in preparing for Higher Education, it offers progression onto degree courses such as business, web design, networks or programming.
How to Apply for an Access to Higher Education Course:
1. Contact the College’s customer services team and you will be invited to one of the Access Advice Sessions running on: Thursday 2nd July 2015
Thursday 3rd September 2015 2. You will need to bring along proof of
your GCSE results to the evening.* 3. You will be given an application and
tracking form which you will need to complete.
4. If you are applying for a government supported 24+ Advanced Learning Loan we will provisionally book you on the Access to Higher Education course and send you a Learning and Funding letter which you will need in order to apply for the loan (please see page 14 for more information).
5. If you are paying for the course direct you may visit the customer services team at the College and either pay in full, or alternatively set up an instalment plan (please note there is a £20
administration fee for instalments).
6. If you are aged between 19 and 23 and do not have a Level 3 qualification you may be eligible for help with the cost of the course - please ask for more information at customer services. 7. Once enrolled at the College you will
receive a confirmation letter giving you the date and time of the course. 8. You will also be invited to a Higher
Education workshop at the end of July. This will give you help in researching universities and offer advice on volunteering and placements before your Access course starts.
Each pathway offers excellent preparation for Higher Education, giving you the necessary qualification to apply for a range of courses. It is the responsibility of the student to check with individual universities to ensure they accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas for entry on to their courses.
* If you do not hold a maths or English GCSE qualification, the College may be able to support you with this. Please see page 44 for more information.
My name is Hilary and I teach History on the Access to Higher Education course here at South Downs College, as well as being Chief Examiner for Edexcel History A level. I love the passion, enthusiasm and commitment that returning students - whatever their age - bring to the course. As a lecturer, I like the fact that we have control over what we teach, so that exciting programmes can be created. On the Access course students can choose an independent research project that is related to the area they intend to progress to. By this point students have really developed their confidence and this demonstrates how far their academic journey has already taken them.
Lesley (previous page) undertook a study of Rowlands Castle in Roman and medieval times. She did a remarkable amount of reading - including some in Latin – producing work that was already at undergraduate level, which was an outstanding achievement.
I think the key to the Access course is giving students’ confidence - the belief that, however they performed while at school, they can still succeed.
Hilary Stark
Access to Higher Education Diploma in Humanities Lecturer
Adult Part-time Courses Open Evening
Course overview
A job as an apprentice gives you the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification and develop professional skills, while earning a salary, inside some of the UK’s best companies. South Downs College work with a wide range of high quality employers in Portsmouth, Waterlooville, Havant, and across the South Coast to provide an outstanding range of Apprenticeship vacancies.
We deliver high quality, professional training, using assessors and trainers who have many years’ experience in industry. From your initial interest in an Apprenticeship our experienced team will support you in finding the right employment opportunity and will design a unique programme to meet your needs, ensuring that you progress within your chosen career.
Working with a wide range of employers, we recruit for Apprenticeship vacancies all year round, delivering programmes from Level 2 through to Higher Apprenticeships.
Our current apprentice vacancies include:
AAT Accounting Beauty Therapy
Business Administration Customer Service Design and Media
Early Years Educator (Childcare) Engineering
Enterprise
Exercise and Fitness Food and Beverage Service Hairdressing
Hospitality and Catering Leisure Management
Management and Team Leaders Marketing
Professional Cookery
To find out more information about becoming or employing an apprentice,
please visit www.southdowns.ac.uk/apprenticeships or call the Apprenticeship team on 023 9279 4661.
I was attracted to taking an Apprenticeship as I knew that I could further my education whist gaining experience in the business world and also get paid for it! As I did not wish to go to university due to not knowing which subject I wanted to take, this was a great way for me to experience working life as well as gain important qualifications. I have received continuous support throughout my qualification, with visits from my Assessor Amy on a regular basis, as well as knowing that she is easily contactable. I have also received support from other members of the Apprenticeship team who are always friendly and happy to help. I was also very grateful for the continued support with my dyslexia that Amy provided.
Emily Bell, Business Administration Apprentice at Coffin Mew Solicitors
An Apprenticeship offers you the ability to work and learn on the job as well as a starting point in your chosen career. It also offers nationally recognised qualifications delivered flexibly to meet both learner and employer needs.
For young people like Emily, an Apprenticeship opens up opportunities within employment, as well as progression to higher level qualifications. I am proud of what Emily has achieved, as she is now employed in a full-time position as a Marketing Assistant with Coffin Mew, as well as being awarded Apprentice of the Year at the Portsmouth News Business Excellence Awards. Amy Dymond-Hobbs, Senior Employer Engagement Coordinator
Art, Design
Course overview
Whether you want to develop your photography skills, learn a new craft for enjoyment, or start on your journey to become a professional graphic designer, the College can provide a creative course to suit you. Our highly experienced professional art, design and media tutors are well equipped to give you the best training possible, while providing this in an enjoyable and stimulating learning environment.
and Media
It is a privilege to teach and support the students such as Coral who come onto the Pre-Degree Foundation Diploma in Art and Design. They are an enthusiastic, committed and talented group who want to have the added experience of the Pre-Degree course to develop their skills further and have time to select their progression route.
The course is designed and managed to focus on the more mature students’ way of learning. As this is a higher level course, our adult learners feel totally integrated with those who have joined directly from college.
Sarah Sykes, Pre-Degree Foundation Diploma Course Manager
* The Pre-Degree Foundation Diploma in Art and Design is fully funded by the UK Government for those aged 18 and under at the time of enrolment. Adults aged 19+ will be required to pay a fee.
Degree course to anyone that wants to go on to University, as it definitely helped me get into my chosen Uni, and I don’t think I would have done if I didn’t study this course. During my time of studying, I have received lots of support from my lecturers and there was always help when I needed it. I received positive criticism and was given guidance regularly throughout the course. My lecturers made sure I kept on the right track and helped me with any problems I had.
Coral Bull
Pre-Degree Foundation Diploma Student
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+ PHP for Beginners
(Web Design) FBMQ/151ASA SDC 12-Apr-16 6.15-8.15pmTue 5 weeks £70 £70 PHP Beyond Beginners
(Web Design) FBMR/151ASA SDC 17-May-16 6.15-8.15pmTue 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Dreamweaver
Beginners FBJJ/151ASA SDC 16-Sep-15 6.15-8.15pmWed 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Dreamweaver - Styling
Webpages with CSS and CSS3 FBPR/151ASA SDC 04-Nov-15 6.15-8.15pmWed 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Dreamweaver
Animation and Interactivity FBPS/151ASA SDC 13-Jan-16 6.15-8.15pmWed 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Dreamweaver
Responsive Web Design FBPT/151ASA SDC 24-Feb-16 6.15-8.15pmWed 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Edge for Beginners FBPU/151ASA SDC 27-Apr-16 6.15-8.15pmWed 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe InDesign for Beginners FBJP/151ASA SDC 21-Sep-15 6.15-8.15pmMon 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe InDesign
Beyond Beginners FBJX/151ASA SDC 02-Nov-15 6.15-8.15pmMon 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe InDesign Creating
Digital Publications FBPX/151ASA SDC 11-Jan-16 6.15-8.15pmMon 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Photoshop for Beginners FBJG/151ASA SDC 17-Sep-15 6.15-8.15pm Thu 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Photoshop
Beyond Beginners FBJH/151ASA SDC 05-Nov-15 6.15-8.15pm Thu 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Photoshop
for Photography FBPY/151ASA SDC 07-Jan-16 6.15-8.15pm Thu 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Photoshop
Photo Restoration FBPZ/151ASA SDC 11-Feb-16 6.15-8.15pm Thu 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Photoshop
Creative Composition FBQA/151ASA SDC 14-Apr-16 6.15-8.15pm Thu 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Acrobat for Beginners FBQB/151ASA SDC 22-Feb-16 6.15-8.15pmMon 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Illustrator for Beginners FBLD/151ASA SDC 22-Sep-15 6.15-8.15pmTue 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Illustrator
Beyond Beginners FBLM/151ASA SDC 03-Nov-15 6.15-8.15pmTue 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Illustrator Logos
and Icons FBQC/151ASA SDC 05-Jan-16 6.15-8.15pmTue 5 weeks £70 £70 Adobe Illustrator Business
Cards and Stationery FBQD/151ASA SDC 09-Feb-16 6.15-8.15pmTue 5 weeks £70 £70 Art and Design - Level 3-4
Foundation Diploma
(Pre-Degree)* CPDFA SDC
09-Sep-15 per week3 days weeks34 Enquire Enquire Graphic Design - HNC Diploma CHNGD SDC 09-Sep-15 per week3 days weeks £5,50032 ▲ £5,500▲
The Courses
▲
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+ Botanical Watercolour Painting
FANR/151ASA SDC 22-Feb-16 6.30-9.00pmMon 5 weeks £75 £75 FANR/151BSA SDC 11-Apr-16 6.30-9.00pmMon 5 weeks £75 £75 Textiles: Screen Printing
to Make Simple Vintage
Aprons (All Levels) FANX/151ASA SDC
14-Jan-16 6.00-8.30pmThu 5 weeks £75 £75 Textiles: Fabric and Mixed
Media Collage FAPY/151ASA SDC 05-Mar-16 Sat 10.00am-4.00pm 1 day £35 £35 Jewellery: Creative
Chain-Making
FANZ/151ASA SDC 22-Feb-16 6.30-9.00pm Mon 5 weeks £75 £75 FANZ/151BSA SDC 11-Apr-16 6.30-9.00pmMon 5 weeks £75 £75 Jewellery: Making Bangles
and Brooches with Coloured
Anodised Aluminium FAPA/151ASA SDC
15-Sep-15 6.30-9.00pm Tue 5 weeks £75 £75 Jewellery: Making a Ring
with Cabochon Setting FAPB/151ASA SDC 12-Jan-16 6.30-9.00pm 5 weeks Tue £75 £75
Ceramics and Glass for Beginners (All Levels)
FAPC/151ASA SDC 21-Sep-15 6.30-9.00pmMon weeks10 £150 £150 FAPC/151BSA SDC 07-Jan-16 6.00-8.30pmThu weeks10 £150 £150 FAPC/151CSA SDC 11-Apr-16 6.00-8.30pm Mon weeks10 £150 £150 Designing and Making
a Ceramic Vessel FAPD/151ASA SDC 22-Sep-15 6.30-9.00pmTue weeks10 £150 £150 Exploring Printmaking
FAPE/151ASA SDC 22-Feb-16 6.30-9.00pmMon 5 weeks £75 £75 FAPE/151BSA SDC 11-Apr-16 6.30-9.00pmMon 5 weeks £75 £75
Art and Creative Crafts
Adult Part-time Courses Open Evening
Thursday 3 September 2015, 5.30-7.30pm
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+ Beginners Level: An Introduction to your DSLR Camera
FANS/151ASA SDC 21-Sep-15 6.30-9.00pmMon weeks10 £150 £150 FANS/151BSA SDC 07-Jan-16 6.30-9.00pmThu weeks10 £150 £150
Intermediate Level: Exploring Creative Photography
FANT/151ASA SDC 15-Sep-15 6.30-9.00pmTue 15 weeks inc. 2 field trips £195 £195
FANT/151BSA SDC 05-Jan-16 6.30-9.00pmTue 15 weeks inc. 2 field trips £195 £195 Beginners Level: An Introduction to Digital Image Manipulation
FANU/151ASA SDC 14-Sep-15 6.30-9.00pmMon weeks10 £150 £150 FANU/151BSA SDC 04-Jan-16 6.30-9.00pmMon weeks10 £150 £150 Introduction to Studio
Photography Workshop FAPT/151ASA SDC 05-Mar-16 Sat 9.30am-4.00pm 1 day £40 £40 Introduction to the Traditional
Black and White Photographic
Printing Workshop FAPW/151ASA SDC
05-Mar-16 Sat 9.30am-4.00pm 1 day £40 £40 Photograph Restoration
and Preservation
FANW/151ASA SDC 22-Feb-16 6.30-9.00pmMon 5 weeks £75 £75 FANW/151BSA SDC 11-Apr-16 6.30-9.00pmMon 5 weeks £75 £75
Photography
Are you considering taking out a 24+ Advanced Learner Loan to study
an Access to Higher Education Diploma?
Student Finance England will ‘write off’ any outstanding 24+ Advanced Learning Loans you owe for an Access to Higher Education course once you complete a higher education course. This means you do not have to repay it. For more information visit page 14 or visit www.gov.uk/advancedlearningloans
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+ Know Your Rights - An
Introduction to Consumer Law FBRM/151ASA SDC 05-Mar-16
Sat
10.00am-4.00pm 1 day £35 £35 Event Management
An Introductory Guide FBRN/151ASA SDC 14-May-16
Sat
10.00am-4.00pm 1 day £35 £35 An Introduction to Management FBRH/151ASA SDC 13-Oct-15 5.15-9.15pmTue 6 weeks £261 £261 Award in Improving Team
Performance FBRJ/151ASA SDC 03-Mar-16 5.15-9.15pmThu 4 weeks £201 £201 Certificate in Improving Team
Performance FBRK/151ASA SDC 03-Mar-16 5.15-9.15pmThu 4 weeks £201 £201 Equality and Diversity - Level 2
Certificate (Distance Learning) A501/151ASA DL Flexible LearningDistance 6 weeks £50 £50 Foundation Degree
Business and Management
(Year 1 of 3)** X403/151ASA SDC
16-Sep-15 5.15-9.15pmWed weeks Enquire30 ▲ Enquire▲ Business - HND Diploma
(Year 1 of 2)** BHNBF SDC 14-Sep-15 4 days per week weeks Enquire30 ▲ Enquire▲ Principles of Customer Service
- Level 2 Certificate (Distance
Learning) A503/151ASA DL Flexible
Distance
Learning Varies £50 £50 Information, Advice or
Guidance - Level 2 Certificate
(Distance Learning) A505/151ASA DL Flexible
Distance
Learning Varies £50 £50 Business and Administration
Knowledge - Level 2 Certificate
(Distance Learning) A506/151ASA DL Flexible
Distance
Learning Varies £50 £50
Business
Course overview
Our range of business and professional courses are ideal if you wish to further your abilities in your profession, supporting your career progression. The courses available range from accounting, procurement and supply qualifications to foundation degrees in business and management. The College can also offer distance learning qualifications, specifically designed for self-study and completion at home or in the workplace.
and Professional
Business and Management
** Applications made via Portsmouth University or UCAS. ▲Higher Education Loan eligible. See page 52 for details.
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+ Bookkeeping Level 1
B631/151ASA SDC 14-Sep-15 6.00-8.00pmMon weeks10 £126 £126 B631/151BSA SDC 06-Jan-16 6.00-8.00pmWed weeks10 £126 £126 B631/151CSA SDC 14-Apr-16 6.00-8.00pmThu weeks10 £126 £126 Bookkeeping Level 2 FBQY/151ASA SDC
04-Jan-16 6.00-8.30pmMon weeks10 £222 £222 FBQY/151BSA SDC 13-Apr-16 6.00-8.30pmWed weeks10 £222 £222
Computerised Accounts Level 1
B268/151ASA SDC 14-Sep-15 6.00-8.00pmMon weeks10 £126 £126 B268/151BSA SDC 06-Jan-16 6.00-8.00pmWed weeks10 £126 £126 B268/151CSA SDC 14-Apr-16 6.00-8.00pmThu weeks10 £126 £126 Computerised Accounts Level 2
FBRA/151ASA SDC 04-Jan-16 6.00-8.30pmMon weeks10 £181 £181 FBRA/151BSA SDC 13-Apr-16 6.00-8.30pmWed weeks10 £181 £181 Computerised Payroll FBRB/151ASA SDC 06-Jan-16 5.45-8.45pmWed weeks10 £175 £175 Finance for Small Businesses FBRL/151ASA SDC 03-Oct-15 Sat 10.00am-4.00pm 1 day £35 £35
Accounting AAT Level 2 Certificate
B615/151ASA SDC 15-Sep-15 9.00am-Tue 3.00pm
34
weeks £860 £860 B615/151BSA SDC 15-Sep-15 6.00-8.30pmTue and Thu weeks34 £860 £860 B615/151CSA SDC 15-Sep-15 4.30-9.00pmTue weeks34 £860 £860
Accounting AAT Level 3 Diploma
B616/151ASA SDC 14-Sep-15 Mon and Wed 6.00-9.00pm weeks34 £1,134 £1,987+
B616/151BSA SDC 16-Sep-15 1.30-8.30pmWed weeks34 £1,134 £1,987+
B616/151CSA SDC 16-Sep-15 Wed 9.00am-4.00pm weeks34 £1,134 £1,987+
Accounting and Bookkeeping
More Business and Professional courses overleaf
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+
Accounting AAT Level 4 Diploma
B617/151ASA SDC 14-Sep-15 6.00-9.00pmMon and Thu weeks34 £1,146 £1,987+
B617/151BSA SDC 17-Sep-15 Thu 1.30-8.30pm weeks34 £1,146 £1,987+
B617/151CSA SDC 17-Sep-15 Thu 9.00am-3.30pm weeks34 £1,146 £1,987+
Accounting Skills to Run Your Business
(AAT Distance Learning) A507/151ASA DL Flexible
Distance
Learning Varies £50 £50 Introduction to Credit
Management - CICM Diploma FBMH/151ASA SDC 07-Sep-15 Mon 5.30-8.30pm weeks16 £400 £400
Accounting and Bookkeeping (cont)
Procurement and Supply
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength
Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+ Procurement and Supply:
Procurement and Supply Environments (AC1) - CIPS Advanced Certificate*
FBPJ/151ASA SDC 26-Nov-15 4.30-6.00pmThu weeks10 £130 £130 Procurement and Supply:
Procurement and Supply Operations (AC2) - CIPS Advanced Certificate*
FBPL/151ASA SDC 10-Sep-15 4.30-6.00pmThu weeks10 £130 £130 Procurement and Supply:
Procurement and Supply Workflow (AC3) - CIPS Advanced Certificate*
FBPK/151ASA SDC 10-Sep-15 6.00-7.30pmThu weeks10 £130 £130 Procurement and Supply:
Procurement and Logistics Operations (AC4) - CIPS Advanced Certificate*
FBPM/151ASA SDC 25-Feb-16 4.30-6.00pmThu weeks10 £130 £130 Procurement and Supply:
Procurement and Supply Relationships (AC5) - CIPS Advanced Certificate*
FBPP/151ASA SDC 26-Nov-15 6.00-7.30pmThu weeks10 £130 £130 Procurement and Supply
Operations (AC1-AC5) - CIPS
Advanced Certificate FBRD/151ASA SDC
10-Sep-15 4.30-7.30pmThu weeks30 £630 £630 Procurement and Supply:
Contexts (D1) - CIPS Diploma
FBLS/151ASA SDC 15-Sep-15 4.30-6.45pmTue weeks30 £630 £630 FBLS/151BSA*** SDC 02-Dec-15 4.30-6.45pmWed weeks20 £410 £410 *Students can enrol for individual units or for all five units at a discounted rate. *** For Second Year students.
+ 24+ Advanced Learning Loan eligible. See page 14 for details.
Procurement and Supply (cont)
*** For Second Year students.
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength
Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+ Procurement and Supply:
Business Needs (D2) - CIPS
Diploma FBKG/151ASA SDC
15-Sep-15 4.30-6.45pmTue weeks30 £630 £630 Procurement and Supply:
Sourcing (D3) - CIPS Diploma FBLR/151BSA*** SDC 02-Dec-15 6.45-9.00pmWed weeks20 £410 £410 Procurement and Supply:
Negotiating and Contracting
(D4) - CIPS Diploma FBLT/151BSA*** SDC
09-Sep-15 4.30-9.00pmWed weeks10 £410 £410 Procurement and Supply:
Management (AD1) - CIPS
Advanced Diploma FBRE/151ASA SDC
02-Dec-15 6.00-7.30pmWed weeks20 £270 £270 Procurement and Supply:
Managing Risks (AD2) - CIPS
Advanced Diploma FBRF/151ASA SDC
02-Dec-15 7.30-9.00pmWed weeks20 £270 £270 Procurement and Supply:
Improving Supply Chain Competitiveness (AD3) - CIPS Advanced Diploma
FBRG/151ASA SDC 09-Sep-15 6.00-9.00pmWed weeks10 £270 £270 Procurement and Supply:
Supply Chain Diligence (PD4) -
CIPS Professional Diploma FBRT/151ASA SDC
09-Sep-15 6.00-9.00pmWed weeks10 £270 £270 Procurement and Supply:
Legal Aspects (PD6) - CIPS
Professional Diploma FBRU/151ASA SDC
02-Dec-15 7.30-9.00pmWed weeks20 £270 £270
Adult Part-time Courses Open Evening
The College Restaurant is open to the general public and offers a formal, fully licensed, dining environment for lunch and dinner. The award winning restaurant combines contemporary style with a range of exciting and modern menus at lunch and dinner to offer guests an outstanding meal experience.
All food is freshly prepared from the best ingredients by students under the direction of our highly qualified and experienced teaching team. Dishes are principally modern British and European in style and also include vegetarian options, chef’s specials and ethnic or international choices.
The College Restaurant and Lounge Café offers guests a truly unique and memorable dining experience.
Catering
Course overview
We offer a great range of creative catering and hospitality courses, from cake decoration skills to Asian cookery, which you can learn for enjoyment and pleasure. If you work in the hospitality industry, you may want to better your knowledge or enhance your career with one of our nationally recognised food safety courses.
and Hospitality
Start Times:
Lunch: Tuesday - Friday: 12 noon - 12.45pm
Dinner: Tuesday and Wednesday Fine Dining: 6.00 - 6.45pm
Lounge Café: Open Monday - Friday 10.00am to 3.30pm (3.00pm on Friday) Contact: 023 9279 7952
My name is Simon and I manage the part-time Hospitality and Catering courses at South Downs College. I’ve been working in the hospitality sector since starting my career as a Chef in a Chinese restaurant, then as a manager of a wine merchant for seven years. I have travelled extensively, worked as a chef in France (where I lived for ten years) and even managed a restaurant in the Amazon! Since then I have taught food and beverage service at the College since 2007 and I am also a fully qualified W.S.E.T (Wine and Spirit Education Trust) educator.
The College offers a range of part-time catering courses, some of which lead to a professional qualification and some which are purely for fun to develop new skills. Courses range from Asian cookery and cake decorating to food and wine matching and the personal licence holder’s qualification. Courses start throughout the year and are typically run in the evenings. Simon Martin
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+ Wired Sugar Flowers - Level 1 C967/151ASA SDC 22-Feb-16 6.30-9.00pmMon weeks10 £139 £139 Hand-Wired Flowers - Level 1 C998/151ASA SDC 28-Sep-15 6.00-9.30pmMon weeks17 £189 £189 Hand-Wired Flowers - Level 2 C960/151ASA SDC 29-Sep-15 6.30-9.30pmTue weeks32 £247 £247 Cake Decoration - Level 1 M251/151ASA SDC 06-Oct-15 6.30-9.30pmTue weeks20 £214 £214 Cake Decoration - Level 2 M253/151ASA SDC 09-Sep-15 6.30-9.30pmWed weeks34 £302 £302 Chocolates for
Special Occasions
FALQ/151ASA SDC 03-Oct-15 9.00am-1.00pm 1 daySat £50 £50 FALQ/151BSA SDC 05-Mar-16 9.00am-1.00pm 1 daySat £50 £50 Bread Making FALR/151ASA SDC 03-Oct-15 9.00am-1.00pm 1 daySat £40 £40 World Cookery - Level 1 M250/151ASA SDC 13-Jan-16 6.30-9.30pmWed weeks20 £189 £189 Asian Cookery - Level 1 M260/151ASA SDC 05-Oct-15 6.30-9.30pmMon weeks20 £189 £189
Curry Club
FAKH/151ASA SDC 03-Oct-15 Sat 9.00am-12.00pm 1 day £25 £25 FAKH/151BSA SDC 27-Feb-16 Sat 9.00am-12.00pm 1 day £25 £25 FAKH/151CSA SDC 14-May-16 Sat 9.00am-12.00pm 1 day £25 £25
Matching Seasonal Food and Local Wine
FAPM/151ASA SDC 03-Dec-15 6.30-9.30pmThu 1 day £46 £46 FAPM/151BSA SDC 03-Mar-16 6.30-9.30pmThu 1 day £46 £46 FAPM/151CSA SDC 21-Apr-16 6.30-9.30pmThu 1 day £46 £46
Food Safety - Level 2
F213/151ASA SDC 20-Nov-15 9.00am-5.00pm 1 dayFri £55 £55 F213/151BSA SDC 04-Mar-16 9.00am-5.00pm 1 dayFri £55 £55 F213/151CSA SDC 10-Jun-16 9.00am-5.00pm 1 dayFri £55 £55 Food Safety - Level 3 F212/151ASA SDC 20-Jun-16 9.15am-4.15pm 3 daysMon-Wed £168 £168 Personal Licence Holder -
Level 2 (Over 18 only)
FAHB/151ASA SDC 23-Nov-15 8.30am-5.00pm 1 dayMon £92 £92 FAHB/151BSA SDC 07-Mar-16 8.30am-5.00pm 1 dayMon £92 £92
The Courses
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+ First Aid at Work Award FBQX/151ASA SDC 04-Jul-16 Mon-Wed
9.00am-5.00pm 3 days £168 £168
First Aid at Work Award Refresher
FBQX/151BSA SDC 26-Oct-15 Mon-Tue
9.00am-5.00pm 2 days £115 £115 FBQX/151CSA SDC 15-Feb-16 Mon-Tue
9.00am-5.00pm 2 days £115 £115 FBQX/151DSA SDC 31-May-16 Mon-Tue
9.00am-5.00pm 2 days £115 £115
Emergency First Aid at Work
FBRS/151ASA SDC 03-Oct-15 Sat 9.00am-4.30pm 1 day £52 £52 FBRS/151BSA SDC 05-Mar-16 Sat 9.00am-4.30pm 1 day £52 £52 FBRS/151CSA SDC 14-May-16 Sat 9.00am-4.30pm 1 day £52 £52
Paediatric First Aid Level 3
FBQS/151ASA SDC 02-Nov-15 Mon 6.00-9.00pm 4 weeks £100 £100 FBQS/151BSA SDC 29-Feb-16 Mon 6.00-9.00pm 4 weeks £100 £100
First
Course overview
First aid is a lifesaving skill which everyone can use in their daily lives. The College offers a range of first aid courses that are designed to support individual needs, dependent on the type of environment in which they work. Additionally, Paediatric First Aid has been designed specifically to meet the needs of those who work with, or care for, children.
Aid
The Courses
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Childcare
Course overview
Working in the childcare sector can be one of the most rewarding careers imaginable. Our qualifications can open the door to a wide range of careers in local authorities, health authorities, hospitals, charities, schools, nurseries, play work and Sure Start centres. Our range of early years courses have been developed to support individuals with voluntary or other experience relevant to the childcare sector, wishing to change direction or gain a qualification to advance their career.
See page 37 for Paediatric First Aid Level 3.
Course CourseCode Venue Start Date Day andTime CourseLength
Course Fee Aged 19-23 Course Fee Aged 24+ Children and Young People's
Workforce Level 2 Certificate
(Entry Criteria) S200/151ASA SDC
29-Sep-15 6.00-9.00pmTue weeks20 £447 £447 Children's Learning and
Development Level 3 Diploma (Early Years Educator) (Entry Criteria)
S201/151ASA SDC 28-Sep-15 6.00-9.00pmMon weeks30 £839 £2,882+
Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Level 2
Certificate (Entry Criteria) S206/151ASA SDC
21-Sep-15 6.00-8.00pmMon weeks30 £640 £640 Supporting Teaching and
Learning in Schools Level 3
Certificate (Entry Criteria) S207/151ASA SDC
29-Sep-15 6.00-9.00pmTue weeks30 £872 £1,417+ Foundation Degree in Early
Childhood (Entry Criteria)
(Year 1 of 2) SHNEC/151ASA SDC
25-Sep-15 9.00am-5.00pmFri weeks £4,50032 ▲ £4,500▲
The Courses
▲Higher Education Loan eligible. See page 52 for details. + 24+ Advanced Learning Loan eligible. See page 14 for details.
The College Little Faces Nursery
The South Downs College Little Faces Nursery provides a safe, inspiring and exciting environment for young children, where they can be happy, secure and build upon their talents as they grow.
Judged Outstanding by Ofsted (2014), the nursery is run by our own highly experienced fully qualified team and offers a safe, friendly and educationally stimulating environment for children aged from six months to when they first attend school.
Childcare facilities at South Downs College are available to full and part-time course students, as well as members of the general public.
Opening Times:
9.00am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday
Contact:
023 9279 7974
My name is Sue and I manage the Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools courses. The Level 2 certificate is an excellent qualification for volunteers looking to become teaching assistants, while the Level 3 certificate is suited to those already in employment, offering possible progression on to the foundation degree. Our students are fully supported by their industry experienced tutor and assessor, with the evening sessions offering an opportunity to discuss experiences and ideas from a variety of schools.
Sue Davey, Course Manager for Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
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