Induction 2013/14

Welcome to Induction

Aims

-To welcome you to the college -To allow you to have your complete timetable before lessons begin -To get to know other students on your course -To set our expectations of you and let you know what you can expect from us -To introduce college policies and procedures -To outline sources of help, guidance and support within college via personal tutors and support teams

- To have FUN!

College Values: Our Learning Commitment

Your course induction will provide you with all the information you need to be successful We will ensure you have the opportunity to give feedback on the quality of your experience of

college and we will listen and respond Your lessons will be well planned with a range of learning opportunities to best suit your needs Your teachers will have high levels of subject and teaching expertise to engage, inspire and

challenge you Your assessments will be well planned with timely feedback which helps you improve Your personal tutor will agree your learning targets with you and will give you regular feedback

on your progress towards achievement We will provide you with responsive and appropriate learning and pastoral support when you

need it We will support you in identifying and developing your employability skills so that you are well

prepared for the world of work We will provide you with the opportunity to develop your entrepreneurial skills We will provide you with the necessary support in order to progress to the next level of study

or into employment

ExpectationsWhat you can expect from us: What we expect from you:

Student Conduct Policy

My Course

My Course

Please see your course tutors directly for course information.

They will provide you with:• a Course Guide which includes further information on your course •your timetable.

Absence Reporting

Absence Policy

To report an absence please ring the main college number

0151 252 3000.

Absences can be reported from 8.30am and the following information is required:-

Name of student and date of birth

Person code (printed on the membership card)

OR

An email is sent to tutors to inform them of your absence and any message if required

Authorised Absence

Some absences may be classified as authorised and in these cases students will be marked as present on College registers.

Maintaining a high level of attendance is important for the following reasons:

•It can affect your eligibility to receive payments from the college’s Learner Support Fund•For eligible learners, it can affect your ability to receive your bursary payment.•It may affect your eligibility to sit your examinations•It may affect your ability to receive travel support

Employability

Employment and Enterprise Zone (EEZ) – What’s in it for you?

The EEZ will help students:•Determine your career path and identify key strengths•Compile a CV, complete job applications and prepare for interviews•Offer new skills or additional training to meet current job vacancies•Secure work placements with local employers•Search for relevant work and offer ongoing support once employed

Tutorial and Support

Personal Tutors(For Personal/Pastoral support)Personal Tutors

(For Personal/Pastoral support)

StudentConcerns

Learner SupportLearner Support

Learning MentorLearning Mentor

Health & Well-Being

Health & Well-Being

FinanceFinanceChild-care

Child-care

Advice & GuidanceAdvice & Guidance

Subject Tutors(For subject concerns)

Subject Tutors(For subject concerns)

Personal Tutors(For Personal/Pastoral support)Personal Tutors

(For Personal/Pastoral support)

StudentConcerns

Learner SupportLearner Support

Learning MentorLearning Mentor

Health & Well-Being

Health & Well-Being

FinanceFinance Child-care

Child-care

Advice & GuidanceAdvice & Guidance

Subject Tutors(For subject concerns)

Subject Tutors(For subject concerns)

Learning Support

Sensory Dyslexia/SpLD Learning

Difficulty/Physical Disability

Personal Care

This is provided to students who have a learning difficulty or a disability. There are 4 support teams:

To access support:

Tick the box at application

Speak to your personal tutor

Contact Learning Support direct, (student handbook for details)

How support works:

Support need is assessed by the relevant teamIt is flexible and designed to meet your needs to enable you to succeed on your courseIt takes place inside or outside the classroom and can be 1:1

Learning Mentors

Learning Mentors can provide one to one support, a listening ear, help you with study skills and help to improve your grades. Your Personal Tutor can put you in touch with a Learning Mentor or you can book an appointment by logging onto the VLE. Learning Mentors can help with:

• making sense of assignments• building portfolios and managing your time• writing great essays and reports• locating resources and developing research techniques• developing revision plans and strategies• encouraging you to be more motivated on your course• building confidence

• making sense of assignments• building portfolios and managing your time• writing great essays and reports• locating resources and developing research techniques• developing revision plans and strategies• encouraging you to be more motivated on your course• building confidence

Contact:You can either come to us yourself or ask your tutor to refer you. We can be found in the LRC (Library) or in Student Services.

Safeguarding

You have the right to feel safe whilst studying at the college. If you feel you

may be in danger of abuse or harm, contact your tutor or call 07572 151 725

Equality and Diversity

FinanceWe offer information, advice and guidance about fees, finance and funding which cover the following areas of financial support

FE Fundingbursaries, travel, course fee waivers

& discounts, payment options, course equipment funds, 24+ loans and additional sources of funding

HE FundingTuition fee loans, living cost support

(grants &loans,) supplementary grants for student parents and

disabled students, additional sources of funding and discounts

1:1 & Group guidance

Advice on Welfare and

Benefits

Any questions?AskAnn@liv-

coll.ac.uk

EnrichmentGet more from college!

Social & EventsFreshers fair, student social rooms, trips. Sportsfootball, gym, basketball, rock climbing, scuba diving.Volunteeringstudent ambassadors, charity fundraising, Christmas toy appeal, food bankEnterpriseEnterprise Club, guest speakers & master classes, student markets, funding opportunitiesCreative & MediaStudent magazine & media team, radio studio, jewellery making,

photography, fashion workshops, graffitiWhat will you choose?

EnrichmentGet more from college!

Find us online…

w: facebook.com/livcollenrich

w: twitter.com/livcollenrich

e: enrichment@liv-coll.ac.uk

What will you choose?

Student Voice

Reps and Student

Parliament

Student Voice

Complaints Procedure

Buzz the Boss

Student Survey/

Feedback Pod

Student Representatives and the Student Union! Every group/class of students will elect a member to represent them at course team meetings with the course staff. This provides an opportunity for students to express their opinions, give comments about the course, raise any issues on behalf of their peer group and receive feedback and news of progress from the staff. •Training on how to perform well as a Student Rep will be offered online, or by sessions put on by the Students Union and the college’s Student Engagement Team. •Student Reps will also be invited to focus groups with senior managers to voice concerns or appraisal of your experiences at college. •Student Reps will be offered the chance to put themselves forward to be School Reps and to represent their school on the Student Parliament, where they’ll help to make decisions about how the union represents students, organises activities, looks after student welfare and spends the union budget.•Contact the Student Union President on 252 3683 if you are interested in getting involved in your Union.