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COURSES & STUDENTINFORMATION2018/19 SEP-JUL

RESIDENTIAL ADULT EDUCATION

CHANGE YOUR LIFE

Tel: 01226 776000Northern College, Wentworth CastleStainborough, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 3ET

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Contents

1 Welcome to Northern College

3 English

8 Maths

12 Humanities

17 Information Technology

24 Social Sciences

28 Health, Social Care, Wellbeing & Parenting

32 Community Wellbeing & Development

35 Teacher Training & Education

42 Progression Map

44 Frequently Asked Questions

46 Course Dates

Welcome to Northern CollegeNorthern College is an adult, residential college providing educational opportunities for people aged 19 and over. The college has been graded as outstanding by Ofsted. The college is set in the extensive grounds of Wentworth Castle, and is a site of outstanding historical, botanical and environmental interest.

Students come from all over the country and we specialise in bringing people back into education, building confidence to proceed and the study and life skills necessary to get the best from a programme of learning. Students often find that the experience of undertaking a short, intensive period of residential education is life changing.

Ofsted says the college has realised ‘its ambitious vision of providing outstanding adult residential and community education’ and ‘helped to empower and transform the lives of individuals, families and communities.’

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Courses Courses in this booklet are grouped into three kinds. BEGIN courses act as an introduction to the subject and are suitable for those wanting to start studying that area. DISCOVER courses go into more depth while SUCCEED courses are usually accredited and offer a qualification in that subject area.

If you are still not sure what course is suitable for you, you can contact Student Services who can help you make decisions about the courses that would best suit your needs.

Student Services can be contacted by phone on 01226 776000 from Monday to Friday 9.00am-4.30pm. You can also discuss possible progression routes with your tutor whilst on a course and often apply directly for a follow-up course.

Admissions and Enrolment DaysThe college has a number of admissions and enrolment days where you can come to get advice and receive an immediate decision on your application. This year, the admissions days are:

Wednesday 5th September 2018 1.00pm - 3.30pm Friday 18th January 2019 1.00pm - 3.30pm Wednesday 13th March 2019 1.00pm - 3.30pm Friday 10th May 2019 1.00pm - 3.30pm Sunday 7th July 2019 1.00pm - 3.30pm

Tuition FeesTuition fees vary for courses. You will find the fees alongside the name of the course. Some courses are free for all and most will be free for students on certain types of benefit.

You may qualify for free courses and this can be discussed with the Registry team.

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EnglishFREECourses!

BEGIN DISCOVER SUCCEED

zFinding your Level in English [Free]

Wed 5 - Fri 7 SepMon 3 - Wed 5 DecMon 11 - Wed 13 MarMon 10 - Wed 12 Jun

This course is aimed at people who feel they are just starting out in English. Try out different types of English in a relaxed and fun environment, build your confidence in using English and find out what follow-on courses are right for you. This course is essential for students wanting to gain an Entry Level 3 qualification in English, and useful for students to find out whether they are ready to take a Functional English qualification.

zSpell with Confidence [Free]

Wed 7 - Fri 9 NovWed 20 - Fri 22 Mar

This course is ideally suited for beginners or for anyone who struggles with spelling. Come and learn new ways to improve your spelling using a range of fun activities, including exploring ways on a computer!

zPunctuate with Confidence [Free]

Wed 19 - Fri 21 SepWed 13 - Fri 15 Feb

This course is ideally suited for beginners or for anyone who struggles to punctuate correctly. Come and explore the use of punctuation in writing. Make sense of the mysteries of punctuation with a little creative writing to help develop your skills.

zGrammar with Confidence [Free]

Wed 10 - Fri 12 OctMon 25 - Wed 27 Feb

This course is ideally suited for beginners or for anyone who struggles to use grammar correctly. Explore the use of grammar in writing and how it can be used effectively in creative writing.


zIntroduction to Creative Writing [Free]

Mon 22 – Wed 24 OctMon 11 – Wed 13 FebMon 1 – Wed 3 AprMon 20 – Wed 22 May

Imagine what it would be like to write something of which you are proud! This course is aimed at those who want to write imaginatively but need to know how to start. Or to those who maybe have written a little and want to know how to improve. There will be an optional opportunity to share work with other members of the group. Open to those who have no or few formal qualifications.

zMindfulness for Creative Writing [Free]

Wed 12 - Fri 14 SepWed 28 - Fri 30 NovWed 23 - Fri 25 JanWed 24 - Fri 26 AprWed 24 - Fri 26 Jul

This course is designed to develop your writing skills further, ideally following on from ‘Introduction to Creative Writing’. Immerse yourself in this present moment to practise creative writing. Draw on your senses, your imagination, and our beautiful college setting to inspire you. Can we use mindfulness to help us write creatively? This course will introduce some simple mindfulness practices to help you explore that for yourself. The course is also excellent for helping to prepare you for Functional English qualifications.

zCreative Writing around Northern [Free]

Mon 26 - Wed 28 NovWed 27 - Fri 29 Mar

This course is designed to develop your writing skills further, ideally following on from ‘Introduction to Creative Writing’. The course is aimed at making the most of the wonderful environment both in and around the college to inspire you to express yourself! Be creative with the pen in a fun and relaxed atmosphere! It is also an excellent course to help prepare you for Functional English qualifications.

zPunctuate, Use Grammar and Spell Well [Free]

Mon 7 - Wed 9 JanMon 13 - Wed 15 May

This is a course which should be taken after doing the three separate skills courses in spelling, punctuation and grammar or for those people who wish to refresh their basic writing skills in order to be able to work towards getting formal qualifications. It combines skills learnt in previous courses. There will be a variety of stimulating exercises and entertaining games which will help you to grasp those difficult rules: Which apostrophe? Where do speech marks go? Is it there, their or they’re? How do I write good English? At the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to write a short piece which will hopefully showcase all or at least some of the skills learnt. It’s never too late to improve these skills and this course will help you whenever you have to write.


zSpeaking & Presenting Yourself with Confidence [Free]

Mon 24 - Wed 26 SepFri 7 - Sun 9 DecMon 14 - Wed 16 JanMon 18 - Wed 20 MarMon 3 - Wed 5 Jun

This is a course for those who may know how to write it but not how to speak it! We will look at formal and informal speaking, conversational speaking and general ways of interacting successfully with each other. There will be solo, group and paired work and several opportunities to showcase what you are learning. Role play will feature and there are opportunities to take part in a humorous enactment of a Crown Court. If you tend towards shyness or find it really hard to say what you think, this is the course for you! This course is also ideal to help you prepare for speaking and listening tasks in English qualifications later on. This course is best taken after Confidence to Learn and Succeed and Confidence Building and Assertiveness.

zReading Between the Lines [Free]

Wed 6 - Fri 8 Mar Should we always believe what we read in the papers? It’s not always clear what writers mean or why they write in a particular way. This course will help you to develop the reading skills you need to progress on to the Functional English courses. It follows on from the spelling, punctuate and grammar courses already mentioned.

zWriting for Purpose [Free]

Wed 20 - Fri 22 Mar Find out on this course how to write appropriately for a range of situations, and learn to adapt your writing for different purposes. From writing a formal letter to writing more creatively, this course will help you to develop the writing skills you need to progress on to the Functional English courses. It follows on from the spelling, punctuate and grammar courses already mentioned.

zTalking Heads [Free]

Wed 17 - Fri 19 OctMon 11 - Wed 13 Feb

This creative writing course helps you to get to know some of Alan Bennett’s characters, learn about ways to create strong voices and have a go at devising your own monologues in a friendly encouraging atmosphere. The course will also help develop your skills for Functional English or GCSE English qualifications.


zGirl with a Pearl Earring [Free]

Mon 19 - Wed 21 NovFri 8 - Sun 10 Mar

Tracy Chevalier’s novel started with a painting... This creative writing course helps you to use paintings and objects as an inspiration for characters and stories. The course will also help develop your skills for Functional English or GCSE English qualifications. The course includes a trip to Barnsley Museum.

zLifting the Lid [Free]

Wed 9 - Fri 11 JanFri 12 - Sun 14 Apr

Dig out that interesting, strange everyday object which could hold a story or is important to you. Bring it along and enjoy creating fiction or fact, myth or incredible truth on this creative writing course. The course will also help develop your skills for Functional English or GCSE English qualifications.

zGreat Expectations – Understanding Victorian Writers [Free]

Wed 8 - Fri 10 May The Victorians fascinate us, and we love watching television programmes and films about them. A lot of what we know about them comes to us from their most famous writers such as Charles Dickens and Charlotte Bronte. You might already have an interest in this period in history but are not sure where to start with Victorian authors. Maybe you are thinking about doing the English GCSE and want to get a head start on learning more about 19th century writers, which is now part of the GCSE exam. Whatever your reasons, this course will help you to enter the sometimes murky and surprisingly modern world of the Victorians through their writing.

[Please note that all of the above courses are open to anyone who has NOT achieved GCSE English at a grade C or above previously.]

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zEntry Level 3 Functional English* [Free]

Session 1 Mon 21 - Wed 23 JanSession 2 Wed 30 Jan - Fri 1 Feb

This course will prepare you in a full range of skills in reading, writing and speaking and listening at Entry Level. It is also designed to teach you how to use these skills in formal and informal situations. The course will also enable you to get your first national qualification in English. It is relaxed and friendly, and you will be able to work on the areas you really It is also very useful in preparing you for further Functional English qualifications.

zLevel 1 Functional English* [Free]

Session 1 Mon 1 - Fri 5 AprSession 2 Mon 15 - Wed 17 Apr

Session 1 Mon 17 - Fri 21 JunSession 2 Mon 8 - Wed 10 Jul

This course will prepare you in a full range of English skills at Level 1. It is also designed to teach you how to apply these skills to real life situations. The course will run over two sessions, the first lasting 5 days, the second 3 days. Successful completion of the course leads to a nationally recognised Functional English qualification at Level 1.

zLevel 2 Functional English* [Free]


This course will prepare you in a full range of English skills at Level 2. It is also designed to teach you how to apply these skills to real life situations. The course has two sessions, the first lasting 5 days and the second lasting 3 days. Successful completion of the course leads to a nationally recognised Functional English qualification at Level 2.

zGCSE English Language [Free]

Starting September This course runs one morning a week and will prepare you to take the GCSE English language exams. You will work to develop your skills in analysing texts and in writing creatively. You should, ideally, have a grade D or equivalent and be prepared to work hard; work will need to be completed between the sessions.

It saved me travelling back and forth, therefore I wasn’t tired


zFinding Your Level in Maths [Free]

Mon 10 - Wed 12 SepFri 30 Nov - Sun 2 DecMon 21 - Wed 23 JanFri 31 May - Sun 2 JunMon 1 - Wed 3 Jul

This course is aimed at people who feel they are just starting out in Maths. Try out different types of Maths in a relaxed and fun environment, build your confidence in using Maths and find out what follow on courses are right for you. This course is essential for students wanting to gain an Entry Level 3 qualification in Maths, and useful for students to find out whether they are ready to take a Functional Maths qualification.

zMindfulness 4 Maths [Free]

Mon 5 - Wed 7 Nov Fri 19 - Sun 21 Jul

Come and relax on this wonderful new beginners course in Maths. You can combine mindfulness practices with trying out different aspects of Maths. Learn how being mindful can help reduce your anxieties about achieving in Maths. The course will blend the principles of mindfulness with developing skills in working with numbers and measures. Build your confidence up in Maths and your ability to live in the present.

zFabulous Fractions [Free]

Mon 8 - Wed 10 OctFri 18 - Sun 20 JanWed 15 - Fri 17 May

This course aims to build confidence in using fractions in different, real life ways and extends to using decimals and percentages. Fabulous Fractions is intended to follow on from Finding Your Level In Maths or Mindfulness 4 Maths, and will help you progress towards Functional Maths qualifications.

zUnderstanding The Metric System [Free]

Wed 21 - Fri 23 NovFri 1 - Sun 3 Mar

What is the metric system all about? This is a beginner’s course on measurement, exploring how the metric system works and how it relates to the imperial system of measurement. It’s fun and lively and everyone can work at their own pace, no matter what your starting level. After this course, you may want to progress to Healthy Numbers or Nature’s Numbers.

MathsFREECourses!



zHealthy Numbers [Free]

Mon 10 - Wed 12 DecWed 12 - Fri 14 Jun

Explore the Maths to be found at your local doctors’ surgery or hospital. Further your skills in measurements and graphs by thinking about dosage of medicine, body temperatures and vital signs. This is a Level 1 course and excellent preparation for Functional Maths qualifications.

zNature’s Numbers [Free]

Fri 29 - Sun 31 MarFri 26 - Sun 28 Jul

This course looks at the mathematical designs found in nature. Be amazed by nature’s secret code! Did you know that the same maths can be found in everything natural – from a snowflake to a human being to the entire universe? By looking at these designs, you will be able to develop your skills in division, ratios and measurement. This is a Level 1 course and excellent preparation for Functional Maths qualifications.

zMaths Makeover [Free]

Fri 19 - Sun 21 OctMon 11 - Wed 13 Mar

This course looks at calculation techniques in detail and builds on your skills in mental arithmetic. The course is centred on the maths involved with sorting out an insurance claim and DIY after a house disaster! It’s fun and enjoyable, and you can work at your own pace. The course is ideal for preparing you to take Functional Maths qualifications or GCSE Maths.

zPerfect your Percentages [Free]

Fri 9 - Sun 11 NovWed 10 - Fri 12 Apr

This course is suitable for anyone who feels a bit unsure working with percentages, ratios or fractions. You can look at developing your skills in these three areas in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The course follows on from Fabulous Fractions and is ideal for preparing you to take Functional Maths qualifications or GCSE Maths.

[Please note that all of the above courses are open to anyone who has NOT achieved GCSE Maths at a grade C or above previously.]


zEntry Level 3 Functional Maths* [Free]

Session 1 Wed 6 - Fri 8 FebSession 2 Wed 20 - Fri 22 Feb

This course will prepare you in a full range of maths skills at Entry Level. It is also designed to teach you how to apply these skills to solve problems in real life situations. The course is designed to enable you to get your first national qualification in Maths. It is relaxed and friendly, and you will be able to work on the areas you really need to improve. It is also very useful in preparing you for further Functional Maths qualifications.

zLevel 1 Functional Maths* [Free]

Session 1 Fri 3 - Sun 5 MaySession 2 Fri 17 - Sun 19 MaySession 3 Wed 22 - Fri 24 May


This course will prepare you in a full range of maths skills at Level 1. It is also designed to teach you how to apply these skills to solve problems in real life situations. The course will run either over two sessions, the first lasting 5 days, the second 3 days or three, 3 day sessions. Successful completion of the course leads to a nationally recognised Functional Maths qualification at Level 1. The course is also very useful in preparing for GCSE Maths.

zLevel 2 Functional Maths* [Free]

Session 1 Mon 24 - Fri 28 JunSession 2 Mon 15 - Fri 19 Jul

This course will prepare you in a full range of maths skills at Level 2. It is also designed to teach you how to apply these skills to solve problems in real life situations. The course will run over two, five day sessions. Successful completion of the course leads to a nationally recognised Functional Maths qualification at Level 2. The course is also very useful in preparing for GCSE Maths.

zGCSE Maths [Free]

Starting September Need a GCSE Maths qualification? Northern College boasts one of the highest pass rates in the country for our one year adult GCSE Maths course! You should already have a grade D or equivalent and be ready to work hard. There is a weekly class option or a new short course residential option, both lasting for one academic year.



zConfidence to Learn & Succeed [Free]

Mon 17 - Wed 19 SepMon 12 - Wed 14 NovMon 14 - Wed 16 JanMon 4 - Wed 6 MarMon 13 - Wed 15 MayMon 22 - Wed 24 Jul

In this course, through paired, group and solo work you will learn to both speak and write with more confidence. Through a series of exercises and conversations, you will gradually become more empowered to express yourself. There will be plenty of opportunities to try out new ways of getting across your point and a good sense of humour will help you to achieve your goals. By the end of the course, you should be able to present something to a small and supportive audience. You will take part in various role plays and a group presentation. This is a good course to start your learning journey and should be done before the other confidence courses.

zHistory of Wentworth Castle [Free]

Mon 3 - Wed 5 SepWed 13 - Fri 15 MarWed 26 - Fri 28 Jun

Use the history of Wentworth Castle to explore the study of local history and the people who lived here.

zConfidence Building & Assertiveness [£45]

Wed 3 - Fri 5 OctFri 14 - Sun 16 DecFri 15 - Sun 17 FebMon 10 - Wed 12 JunWed 3 - Fri 5 Jul

Explore assertive behaviour, positive thinking and working with others in a supportive atmosphere. Learn and practice techniques for behaving assertively.

zBlack Leaders [£45]

Mon 8 - Wed 10 Oct This course explores the lives and values of Black role models and leaders including Nelson Mandela, Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali and Barack Obama. Explore their motivations and their life histories including their influence on the civil rights movement.

Humanities


zActing for Beginners Stage One [£45]

Mon 15 - Wed 17 OctMon 28 - Wed 30 JanFri 24 - Sun 26 MayFri 5 - Sun 7 Jul

Come and try this fun and lively course aimed at people who want to learn the basic skills of acting. Complete beginners are welcome, a variety of acting techniques will be explored and almost all of the work will be in pairs or groups. There will be fantastic props to use to make you feel like someone else! Come prepared to work hard, laugh a lot and most of all, be prepared to perform in front of others at the end of the course where there may be a small audience.

zActing for Beginners Stage Two [£45]

Mon 29 - Wed 31 OctMon 25 - Wed 27 FebFri 14 - Sun 16 Jun

For this course you will need to have done either Acting for Beginners Stage One or have some experience of drama which resulted in a performance. We will be looking at melodrama and developed improvisation techniques. Miming to music will also be included and a series of new acting strategies. A variety of props will be available to aid you in your character development. A willingness to perform in front of others is essential as there may be a small audience at the end of the course.

zActing for Beginners Stage Three [£45]

Wed 5 - Fri 7 DecMon 29 Apr - Wed 1 May

To do this course, you should have completed both Acting for Beginners Stage One and Two. The course will look at how to direct scenes, how to act in a naturalistic way and ways in which play scripts can be adapted and developed. We will also look at how to create a piece of drama for radio and learn more advanced acting skills. Some of this work will be performed to an audience at the end of this course.

zSinging for Pleasure & Writing Song Lyrics [£45]

Mon 26 - Wed 28 NovMon 15 - Wed 17 AprMon 15 - Wed 17 Jul

This is an enjoyable course where you will learn to sing in rounds, separate parts and use harmony at a basic level. You will also write song lyrics set to an existing tune or create a tune of your own. If you play an instrument, bring it along.We will learn some group songs and on the final morning, you will perform both your own song and a selection of songs with the whole group accompanied by the piano. There may be a small audience for this. The only skill that you need is to be able to sing in tune.

zUnderstanding the Wentworth Castle Estate [£45]

Mon 19 - Wed 21 NovMon 15 - Wed 17 Apr

Discover how the landscape of stately homes has developed and how fashion has dictated the look of much of Britain.


zColonialism, Slavery and Yorkshire [£45]

Wed 5 - Fri 7 Dec Examine the links between the Industrial Revolution in Yorkshire and its links to British colonialism and the anti-slavery movement.

zUnderstanding Victorian Britain [£45]

Wed 17 - Fri 19 Jul What was life like in Victorian Britain? Examine the social and political impact of workhouses, education, class, religion and public health.

zMemory and Memorial [£45]

Wed 10 - Fri 12 Oct As we approach the 11th November 2018, the centenary of the Armistice that brought WW1 to a grinding halt in 1918, do we prepare to celebrate with pomp and ceremony and sounding brass? Or, do we examine the World War that ended on 28th June 1919 and its legacy?

zThe Impressionists and their Legacy [£45]

Mon 18 - Wed 20 Feb Today Impressionist art is almost ubiquitous. It can be found on birthday cards, wrapping paper and chocolate boxes. So why did the Impressionists so shock and scandalise society when their art was first exhibited? Find out about some of these paintings and the society and culture that they portray.

zFaith in Britain Today [£45]

Wed 1 - Fri 3 May Have you ever wondered what makes faiths different from each other? Do you have questions about world faiths that you are afraid to ask? This course explores a variety of faiths that are practised in Britain today. The knowledge you gain will help to enhance your relationships with others in the community.

An excellent tutor who made me relaxed and engaged throughout the course. Gave me positive feedback which was very much needed and appreciated


zSustainable Living [£45]

Fri 12 - Sun 14 Jul Are you passionate about saving the planet and saving money? Learn how to reduce your water consumption, reduce food waste and upcycle old furniture and clothes. Come along and share some of your ideas and develop a plan for sustainable living.

zPreparing for the Access to HE Diploma [£45]

Fri 14 - Sun 16 Sep Are you thinking about going onto the Level 3 Access to HE Diploma? This non-accredited course will help you develop your study skills and will provide a taster of what to expect on the year-long course.

zLevel 1 Award in Progression (History)* [£69]

Session 1 Fri 15 - Sun 17 Mar Session 2Fri 22 - Sun 24 Mar

This Award will develop your understanding and knowledge of history. It will focus on local history and on developing your researching and writing skills. You can progress from this course onto the Level 2 Award in Progression (Humanities). This course has two, 3 day sessions and you must be able to attend them all.

zLevel 1 Award in Progression (Study Skills)* [£69]

Mon 10 - Fri 14 SepMon 4 - Fri 8 Mar

Developing good study skills is essential if you are to progress onto Level 2 and Level 3 courses. This Award focuses on developing your reading and note-taking skills, as well as developing the knowledge and skills for writing an academic essay. The course lasts 5 days.

I am at the start of my learning journey with Northern College. This course has equipped me to move towards my longer term goals


zLevel 2 Award in Progression (Study Skills)* [£99]

Session 1 Wed 3 - Fri 5 Jul Session 2 Wed 10 - Fri 12 Jul Session 3 Wed 17 - Fri 19 Jul

This Award develops your research and writing skills. It focuses on ways to access information from a variety of sources and how to use it in your writing. It provides an introduction to library skills and how to use the Internet effectively for study. It will also look at ways of presenting research and information orally. It is a very useful course if you are preparing to go onto further study, such as the Level 3 Access to HE Diploma. This course has three, 3 day sessions and you must be able to attend them all.

zLevel 3 Access to HE Diploma (Humanities)* [£3022]

Sep - May This is a year-long (September – May), full-time course that enables adults to gain a qualification that acts as a stepping-stone to university. In Humanities you undertake subjects such as History, Literature and Politics. The course will also help you to develop your study skills and includes considerable support for your learning. Please contact the college for more details.


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zComputers for Beginners [Free]

Mon 3 - Wed 5 SepFri 12 - Sun 14 OctWed 16 - Fri 18 JanWed 1 - Fri 3 MayWed 26 - Fri 28 Jun

This course is an introduction to using a computer. You will learn how to use a mouse and keyboard and get to grips with computer jargon.

zIntroduction to Digital Photography [Free]

Wed 5 - Fri 7 SepMon 5 - Wed 7 NovMon 7 - Wed 9 JanMon 25 - Wed 27 FebMon 8 - Wed 10 AprMon 24 - Wed 26 Jun

Explore the use of digital cameras, download photos and develop skills in digital image making.

Information Technology

Helped us all to get to know each other that’s on our course, making it easier to take part in group discussions and be more confident.


DISCOVERGetting to grips with using a computer for home or work use

zIntroduction to the Internet [£45]

Fri 28 - Sun 30 SepMon 10 - Wed 12 DecFri 3 - Sun 5 MayMon 8 - Wed 10 Jul

Surf the web and use search engines to find information. Explore the issues that you should be concerned about when using the Internet and use email to send messages.

zIntroduction to Word Processing [£45]

Fri 7 - Sun 9 SepFri 26 - Sun 28 OctWed 5 - Fri 7 Jun

Use a computer to enter and edit text documents. Look at how the appearance of documents can be enhanced using font effects, pictures and tables.

zIntroduction to PowerPoint [£45]

Fri 21 - Sun 23 SepFri 23 - Sun 25 NovFri 1 - Sun 3 Mar

Learn how to prepare a slide show consisting of text and pictures. Enhance a presentation using animation and transition effects.

zIntroduction to Spreadsheets [£45]

Mon 1 - Wed 3 OctWed 9 - Fri 11 JanFri 21 - Sun 23 Jun

Use a computer to produce numerical based documents, such as simple household accounts, using a variety of simple formulas and then produce graphs and charts.

zIntroduction to Databases [£45]

Wed 14 - Fri 16 NovMon 25 - Wed 27 MarMon 17 - Wed 19 Jun

Explore how a computer can be used to collect, organise, index, search and present information. Build a simple ‘flat file’ database such as an address book.

zIntroduction to Desktop Publishing [£45]

Mon 10 - Wed 12 SepMon 4 - Wed 6 FebMon 10 - Wed 12 Jun

This course introduces the idea of creating documents, such as posters and cards, using a mixture of text and graphics.

I could reflect in the safe environment without real life taking over

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Get creative on your computer using pictures, making movies and creating web sites

zManaging your Computer [£45]

Mon 24 - Wed 26 SepMon 21 - Wed 23 JanMon 29 Apr - Wed 1 MayMon 15 - Wed 17 Jul

Look at how computer files can be organised into folders; how files can be moved, copied or deleted. The course will also explore other issues such as the importance of backing up your files and why anti-virus protection is needed.

zBook Creator [£45]

Wed 14 - Fri 16 Nov This course uses an iPad App to use photos and words to create your own book. The course is hands-on, fun and stimulating. It focuses on developing your IT skills along with your spoken and written English.

zPhotography on your iPad [£45]

Wed 19 - Fri 21 Sep This course uses an iPad to take photos and then enhance them using an app. Explore how these photos can then be shared using social media.

zMaking a Short Film [£45]

Wed 12 - Fri 14 Jun This course uses a number of IT packages and has individual and group activities that are stimulating and interesting geared around making a short film within college.

zMaking Movies Using a DSLR [£45]

Wed 30 Jan - Fri 1 Feb Learn the basic production techniques helping you to get the best from a digital SLR camera.

zFurther Digital Photography [£45]

Mon 26 - Wed 28 NovMon 1 - Wed 3 AprMon 1 - Wed 3 Jul

Want to understand more about digital photography? This course explores such topics as aperture and shutter speed settings. It makes a good next step from the Introduction to Digital Photography course.

zIntroduction to Photoshop [£45]

Wed 3 - Fri 5 OctMon 11 - Wed 13 FebMon 17 - Wed 19 Jun

Edit digital photos using Photoshop Elements. Look at how tools can be used to improve images and add impact. It is a good idea to complete the Introduction to Digital Photography course first.


zFurther Photoshop* [£45]

Mon 3 - Wed 5 DecMon 13 - Wed 15 May

Explore some of the advanced techniques to manipulate digital photographs using Photoshop Elements. You can bring your own images that need retouching to work on.

zWeb Design using WordPress* [£45]

Mon 22 - Wed 24 OctWed 27 - Fri 29 Mar

This is an introductory course in creating simple interlinking web pages made up of text and images. The course uses online web creation tools to explore some of the basic concepts behind a web site. Good IT skills are needed for this course.

zWeb Programming using HTML and CSS* [£45]

Fri 16 - Sun 18 NovWed 6 - Fri 8 FebFri 14 - Sun 16 Jun

This advanced web design course introduces students to the use of HTML and CSS to create a number of inter-linked web pages. Very good IT skills are needed for this course.


zEntry Level 3 Award in Progression (IT)* [£69]

Session 1 Mon 20 - Wed 22 May Session 2 Mon 3 - Wed 5 Jun

This course covers an introduction to the use of email, the World Wide Web and desktop publishing (DTP). The course runs over two sessions.

zLevel 1 Award in IT User Skills (ITQ Office Applications)* [£69]

Session 1 Fri 5 - Sun 7 OctSession 2 Fri 19 - Sun 21 Oct

Session 1 Fri 8 - Sun 10 MarSession 2 Fri 22 - Sun 24 Mar

This is a nationally recognised qualification in using IT. This course, running over two sessions, explores the use of Word Processing, Spreadsheets and PowerPoint. The course assumes that you know how to use Word, Excel and PowerPoint before undertaking this award.

zLevel 1 Award in IT User Skills (ITQ Creative Applications)* [£69]

Session 1 Fri 3 - Sun 5 MaySession 2 Fri 17 - Sun 19 May

The creative use of IT focuses on Digital Imaging and Website Design to create content for use within a set of interlinked web pages. The course assumes a good grasp of using a computer and some experience of web design and digital imaging. The course runs over two sessions.

zLevel 2 Certificate In IT User Skills (ITQ)* [£275]

Session 1 Fri 12 - Sun 14 OctSession 2 Fri 26 - Sun 28 OctSession 3 Fri 9 - Sun 11 NovSession 4 Fri 7 - Sun 9 Dec

The Certificate includes further study of IT applications and includes units in Digital Imaging, Multimedia Authoring as well as Video Production. This course is useful preparation for those wanting to progress onto the Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in Computing.

SUCCEED


zLevel 3 Access to HE Diploma (Computing)* [£3022]

Sep - May This is a year-long (September – May), full-time course that enables adults to gain a qualification that acts as a stepping-stone to university. In Computing you undertake subjects such as Web Design, Software Development, Imaging Technology and Systems Analysis. The course will also help you to develop your study skills and includes considerable support for your learning. Please contact the college for more details.

Having to not drive back and forth to home made me feel more rested and I also got to interact socially with the people on my course

I have improved talking with people and met new friends



zIntroduction to Substance Misuse [Free]

Fri 19 - Sun 21 OctFri 23 - Sun 25 NovFri 25 - Sun 27 JanFri 26 - Sun 28 AprFri 31 May - Sun 2 Jun

Look at the reasons behind addiction, some of the common signs and sources help available to those combatting addiction.

zIntroduction to Criminology [Free]

Fri 30 Nov - Sun 2 DecFri 25 - Sun 27 JanFri 26 - Sun 28 AprFri 28 - Sun 30 Jun

Why do people commit crimes? This course looks at the relationship between crime, the individual and society and examines issues around criminality, social control, policing and punishment.

zIntroduction to Social Policy [£45]

Mon 20 - Wed 22 May Are you interested in how policy is shaped in health, education and social security? This course explores a range of topical issues and looks at what it means to study social policy.

zUnderstanding Sociology [£45]

Wed 12 - Fri 14 DecWed 3 - Fri 5 Apr

Discover how sociology opens up a new understanding of our own behaviour and that of social groups.

Social Sciences

I feel I have achieved more, not only the learning aims but the social side of learning


zA Child’s World: An Introduction to Child Psychology [£45]

Mon 17 - Wed 19 SepMon 24 - Wed 26 Jun

The world through a child’s eyes is amazing. Every place is huge and every object a toy. Do you remember learning everything for the first time? Along with understanding the way a child learns simple things, this course will give you an insight into the mind of a child and their mental development. You will gain knowledge of child development theories, and take away tips that can be used to aid a child’s cognitive development.

zThe Psychology of Sex & Gender [£45]

Mon 1 - Wed 3 Jul Are men from Mars and women from Venus? Why do men and women look at things so differently? This course explores some of the factors that motivate people of different genders.

zService User Involvement and Mentoring [£45]

Fri 22 - Sun 24 FebFri 17 - Sun 19 MayFri 28 - Sun 30 Jun

This course aims at exploring the expectations that drug and alcohol treatment agencies want from their service users. What questions do you need to ask? How can you help them help you? Some experience of treatment agencies is required to do this course

zIntroduction to Youth Justice [£45]

Fri 16 - Sun 18 NovFri 15 - Sun 17 Mar

How does the Youth Justice System work to tackle and address youth offending? What is the scale of the problem and what works? What are the factors that we need to consider? What is rehabilitation and what about the victims – do they have a voice?

zYouth Offending: What Works? [£45]

Fri 31 May - Sun 2 Jun As a follow on from Introduction to Youth Justice, this course explores prevention activities and good practice in action. In view of the high reoffending rates for young people, the course will assess how offenders can be rehabilitated and explore what really works.


zUnderstanding Youth Work [£45]

Fri 26 - Sun 28 OctFri 8 - Sun 10 Feb

This course will help you consider the things that impact on young lives and provides an overview of the pathways into becoming a youth worker.

zCriminology 2: Discovering Desistance [£45]

Fri 22 - Sun 24 FebFri 26 - Sun 28 Jul

This course is intended for those who have already enjoyed the Introduction to Criminology course. It will explore the way offending occurs over the course of a life, its onset, maintenance and desistance. The primary focus will be on the latter stages of that process and how someone comes to stop committing crime.

zPreparing for the Access to HE Diploma [£45]

Fri 14 - Sun 16 Sep Are you thinking about going onto the Level 3 Access to HE Diploma? This non-accredited course will help you develop your study skills and will provide a taster of what to expect on the year long course.

zLevel 1 Award in Progression (Social Science)* [£69]

Session 1 Fri 30 Nov - Sun 2 DecSession 2 Fri 7 - Sun 9 Dec Session 1 Fri 22 - Sun 24 Mar Session 2 Fri 29 - Sun 31 Mar Session 1 Fri 12 - Sun 14 JulSession 2Fri 19 - Sun 21 Jul

The Level 1 Award in Social Science explores society and contemporary issues. This particular course explores the themes of Drug Awareness and Addiction. It will enable you to gain an insight into the impacts and effects of drugs and addiction, on both the individual and society. This course has two, 3 day sessions.

There are opportunities in the evenings to do some more research on subjects in a peaceful environment like the library


zLevel 2 Award in Progression (Social Science)* [£99]

Session 1 Mon 18 - Fri 22 FebSession 2 Wed 27 Feb - Fri 1 Mar Session 1 Mon 10 - Fri 14 Jun Session 2Wed 19 - Fri 21 Jun

This Award focuses on developing your research and critical thinking skills, introducing topics such as crime and deviance and exploring young people, law and order. It will also use different social science themes to enable you to develop skills in working independently on a project. It is a useful course if you are considering applying for the Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in Social Science or other related courses. This course has two sessions, the first lasting 5 days and the second lasting 3 days. You must be available to attend both sessions.

zLevel 2 Certificate in Progression (Combined Studies) [£249]

May - Jul This course will give you an introduction to higher-level qualifications. You will develop your skills in English and IT and broaden your knowledge of subjects including psychology, social policy and equal opportunities. You will work closely with your tutor to set your own learning targets and to plan your progression route. On successful completion of this course, you may apply for the Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma.

zLevel 2 Diploma in Progression (Social Studies) [£837]

Sep - May Modules studied include introductions to Psychology, Social Policy, Literature, Criminology and History. You will also study how health and citizenship relate to society. You will be in college for 3 days each week starting in September and finishing in May. You may be able to get some financial support to help with costs. Both the Level 2 Certificate and Diploma courses will appeal to people who want to develop their study skills prior to progressing onto the Level 3 Access to HE Diploma.

zLevel 3 Access to HE Diploma (Social Science)*[£3022]

Sep - May This is a year-long (September – May), full-time course that enables adults to gain a qualification that acts as a stepping-stone to university. In Social Science you undertake subjects such as Sociology, Psychology, Social Policy and Criminology. The course will also help you to develop your study skills and includes considerable support for your learning. Please contact the college for more details.



zIntroduction to Navigation for Walkers [Free]

Fri 5 - Sun 7 OctFri 5 - Sun 7 AprFri 12 - Sun 14 Jul

Learn to use a map and compass and improve your skills in navigation. This practical course includes walks around the Wentworth Castle Estate and public footpaths in the area.

zStress and Stress Management [Free]

Mon 12 - Wed 14 NovWed 13 - Fri 15 FebWed 15 - Fri 17 MayMon 1 - Wed 3 Jul

Everyday life is generally stressful but is it becoming a problem for you? Explore the effects of stress on your body and mind and learn varied ways to keep it at a manageable level.

zGet Active around Northern [Free]

Wed 5 - Fri 7 Jun Come and explore your physical and mental wellbeing in the beautiful setting of Wentworth Castle. The course will include a number of practically based activities which will help you plan to make positive changes in your life.

zFirst Steps in First Aid [Free]

Wed 19 - Fri 21 Jun This course will equip you with a range of basic first aid skills. The course will be practical and fun and a useful addition to your CV.

Health, Social Care, Wellbeing & Parenting

It's my first course at college and the tutor was helpful, clear and made me feel it's ok not to know everything. I learnt a lot


zUnderstanding Issues in Mental Health* [£45]

Fri 21 - Sun 23 SepFri 16 - Sun 18 NovFri 11 - Sun 13 JanFri 8 - Sun 10 MarFri 19 - Sun 21 Jul

Gain an insight into the causes and realities of living with a collection of mental health illnesses, such as depression and anxiety disorders.

zUnderstanding Dyslexia [£45]

Fri 29 - Sun 31 Mar What is dyslexia? Explore how society treats dyslexic people and the techniques that can help those who are dyslexic.

zCounselling for Beginners* [£45]

Wed 5 - Fri 7 SepMon 29 - Wed 31 OctMon 28 - Wed 30 JanMon 25 - Wed 27 MarMon 8 - Wed 10 Jul

Come and find out what counselling is and explore basic counselling skills. This course will focus on the person-centred approach to counselling as this forms the basis of many types of counselling practice.

zUnderstanding Counselling Theories* [£45]

Mon 10 - Wed 12 DecMon 22 - Wed 24 Jul

Explore some of the theories behind counselling. This course introduces a number of different approaches including Person-Centred, Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. This course follows on from Counselling for Beginners and introduces a number of different approaches.

zIntroduction to the Psychology of Health & Wellbeing* [£45]

Wed 29 - Fri 31 MayMon 22 - Wed 24 Jul

Study the impact our attitudes and health beliefs have on our health experience. Learn how to become better at communicating with health professionals.

zSo … you want to be a Social Worker [£45]

Fri 5 - Sun 7 Apr What careers exist in social work? What skills and qualifications do you need to be able to find work in this area?


zKids: They don’t come with a handbook! [£45]

Wed 24 - Fri 26 OctWed 3 - Fri 5 Jul

During this course, you’ll look at your own parenting style, see what’s working and what you’d like to change. You’ll identify your strengths as well as the areas you find more difficult. You’ll leave with a ‘toolkit’ for a positive approach to your parenting. You’ll also have the chance to explore how to maintain good communication with schools, including how to be assertive in meetings with professionals, and positive approaches to co-parenting. Suitable for parents or carers of children from Nursery through to Y6. Nans and Grandads also welcome!

zTeenagers: Coping with change [£45]

Wed 27 Feb - Fri 1 MarMon 22 - Wed 24 Jul

During this course, you’ll explore the strengths and challenges of your relationship with your teenager/pre- teenager. You’ll identify areas for change, and become familiar with some tried and tested strategies for dealing effectively with stress (yours and theirs!), risky behaviours, ‘attitude’ and some of the challenges of social media. You’ll also have the chance to explore how to maintain good communication with schools; how to be assertive in meetings with professionals, and how to develop and maintain positive approaches to co-parenting. Suitable for parents or carers of children from Y6 to Y13. Nans and Grandads also welcome!

zGetting Ready for Level 3 [£45]

Wed 5 - Fri 7 Sep Fri 7 - Sun 9 Sep Wed 19 - Fri 21 SepFri 21 - Sun 23 JunWed 10 - Fri 12 JulFri 24 - Sun 26 Jul

Are you thinking about going on to the Level 3 Access to HE Diploma? This non-accredited course will help you develop your study skills and will provide a taster of what to expect on the year long course.

New!! Confident and positive parenting courses


zLevel 1 Award in Progression (Health & Social Care)* [£69]

Session 1 Fri 8 - Sun 10 FebSession 2 Fri 15 - Sun 17 Feb

The aim of this course is to develop your understanding of working in the care sector. The first part of the course will investigate equality and disabled people and the second part will focus on understanding roles and responsibilities and the boundaries of care work. This course has two 3 day sessions.

zLevel 2 Award in Progression (Health & Social Care)* [£99]

Session 1 Fri 31 May - Sun 2 JunSession 2 Fri 7 - Sun 9 JunSession 3 Fri 14 - Sun 16 Jun

This Award will develop your understanding and knowledge of Counselling Theories by looking at the different approaches to counselling. It will explore mental health issues and the management and treatment of mental health. The course will also look at the importance of health promotion in a care setting as a way of encouraging healthy lifestyles and attitudes. The course has three sessions, each lasting 3 days.



zVolunteer? Who? Me? [Free]

Fri 2 - Sun 4 NovFri 12 - Sun 14 Apr

Would you like to be involved in volunteering but don’t know where to start? Explore what it means to be a volunteer. Discover ways of identifying the type of volunteering that is right for you. A fun and active course that will help you develop your knowledge and skills in order to volunteer in your community.

zForest Confidence Building (Free)

Wed 13 - Fri 15 MarWed 5 - Fri 7 Jun

This is a course that is based outside and uses the Forest School approach to learning and discovering new skills. Discover new ways of communicating, make tools out of wood, build a shelter, and participate in activities that will help you to discover more about the environment, fauna as well as your own skills and abilities. Come prepared to have fun, be challenged and learn in a different way. You must bring wellies, boots and clothing appropriate to the season.

zDeveloping your Community Group [£45]

Mon 4 - Wed 6 Feb Have you ever tried to set up a community group? Have you struggled to attract the right people to your group? This course will help you develop a strategy to ensure that your ideas help to meet your community’s needs and build the foundations of a successful group.

zSustainable Living [£45]

Fri 12 - Sun 14 Jul Are you passionate about saving the planet and saving money? Learn how to reduce your water consumption, reduce food waste and upcycle old furniture and clothes. Come along and share some of your ideas and develop a plan for sustainable living.

Community Wellbeing & Development


zFaith in Britain Today [£45]

Wed 1 - Fri 3 May Have you ever wondered what makes faiths different from each other? Do you have questions about world faiths that you are afraid to ask? This course explores a variety of faiths that are practised in Britain today. The knowledge you gain will help to enhance your relationships with others in the community.

zLevel 2 Award in Effective Team Skills* [£149]

Contact Registry for Dates This Award is designed to help boost your performance within a team. It is especially useful if you have just joined a new team. The course explores theory of groups and teams, and the skills that you already have and would like to develop. This is an ideal qualification if you’re going back to work or starting voluntary work as it will provide evidence that you have the skills and knowledge for the challenge.

zLevel 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills* [£149]

Contact Registry for Dates This Award is designed to help you boost your performance as a team member and help you make the transition from working in a team to leading a team. If you are a practising team leader, it will help you be more effective and confident in your role.

zLevel 2 Award in Peer Mentoring [£199]

Contact Registry for Dates Northern College offers a Level 2 Mentoring qualification for students who have overcome difficulties in their lives and wish to use their experience to help others. The course has been developed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to provide one to one support to vulnerable people. It covers mentoring techniques, listening and communication skills, boundaries, policy and procedures, referrals, action planning and also teamwork in order to understand their role within an organisation. The Level 2 Award courses are run over a number of sessions spread over a few weeks. Courses run throughout the year and applications can be made at any time. Students may be required to attend an induction session prior to starting the course.

Contact the Registry team on 01226 776000 for more details.



zIntroduction to Teaching and Supporting Learning (£45)

Fri 7 - Sun 9 SepWed 17 - Fri 19 OctFri 18 - Sun 20 JanMon 18 - Wed 20 MarWed 22 - Fri 24 MayFri 5 - Sun 7 Jul

Do you want to know more about teaching or supporting learning in schools, colleges or adult and community learning? We’ll be running a number of short courses over the year to provide a taster of such work, enabling you to discover and decide on the pathway that is right for you.

zLevel 2 Award for Learning Support Practitioners

Contact Registry for dates and prices

This course is aimed at those who already work, or would like to work, (paid or voluntary) in a supportive role in a school or college. This includes site staff, administrators etc. as well as those who work directly with children and young people. It seeks to develop the knowledge and understanding that all those working in a school setting will need and covers areas such as safeguarding, communication and understanding the school context. The course will run as an evening course, once a week for two terms.

zLevel 3 Award in Education & Training (£395 non-residential). Residential options are also available

Contact Registry for dates This Award is for those who work, or who are interested in working, as a teacher, trainer, facilitator in the adult, community and voluntary sectors. It is the first step qualification which covers all the basics and more. Never boring, always enjoyable, this all-new PTLLS is a great place to start or refresh your teaching journey.The course is ‘blended learning’ which means as well as spending time in class (the equivalent of 5 days) you also engage with us online. We run the course several times a year: some Monday to Friday, others are over two Friday to Sunday weekends and we also run a 12 week evening course. We are able to deliver bespoke models of this course for organisations, both on and off-site.

Teacher Training & Education


zCertEd/PGCE/PgDipE in Lifelong Learning (£3585 per year*) An award of the University of Huddersfield

Starting in September This two year, part-time, in-service course takes the robust, standard framework of the Cert Ed (if you don’t have a degree) or PGCE/PgDipE (if you do) and lays over it a curriculum of social purpose education. It’s a teaching qualification that makes you think and one which has a social purpose heart.

zBA (Hons) Education & Professional Development (£4387.50 per year*) An award of the University of Huddersfield

Starting in September This two year, part-time top up honours degree is aimed at anyone working in education, training and workforce development across public, private, Trade Union and voluntary sector settings. The learning builds on the Cert Ed (or equivalent training/experience) to enhance critical reflexion, knowledge of policy and practice, research and academic scholarship. *course is eligible for a Student Finance England Loan. Loans begin to be paid back when your personal income rises above £25,000 per annum.

Fantastic, awe inspiring place, fantastic tutors, everyone is polite & easy to get on with, the 2 tutors we had were excellent, friendly & easy to talk to


Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when I apply?

When we receive your application form, a tutor makes a decision about your ability to benefit from the course based on the information you provide. Therefore, it is helpful if you can complete the section on “why you want to come on the course”. If you are offered a place on a course, you need to return your confirmation as soon as possible as places are often limited. We frequently get more applicants than there are places so if you cannot attend, please let us know.

What’s included in the course?

You may be staying residentially at the college. Accommodation is included along with breakfasts and evening meals during your stay. If you have particular dietary needs you will need to let us know. Most short courses last 2 nights although some courses may go on longer. There may be organised activities that take place in the evenings and there is a bar on campus. You can access the beautiful gardens surrounding the college and a multi-faith prayer room is available for use. All students have access to the Library and Learning Support Centre where there is access to computers, books, DVDs, newspapers and other resources. The college has a campus wide Wi-Fi network.

Will I fit in?

The college welcomes applications from people who have had limited educational opportunities in the past and we work hard to address inequalities related to age, disability, race, faith, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and social class. The college creates a welcoming, stimulating and safe environment where people from diverse backgrounds can work together. Whilst at college we expect everyone to be considerate of the rights and interests of other college users and ask you not to create a noise near the residential blocks after 11pm, to respect others’ property, to treat people with respect, to smoke only in the designated areas and take care of college buildings and furnishings.


Will I have to pay?

Tuition fees vary for courses. You will find the fees alongside the name of the course. Some courses are free for all and most will be free for students on certain types of benefit. You may qualify for free courses and this can be discussed with the Registry team.

What support can I get on the course?

Students with specific needs may benefit from a confidential discussion with our Additional Learning Support Manager. Our dedicated Additional Learning Support team can provide advice, information and support to help students reach their full potential.

What do I need to bring with me?

You will need to bring your own towels and toiletries along with a notepad and pen for any course work you do. Think about how much money to bring to pay for lunches, snacks or in the bar. If coming with children have you packed their favourite toys to play with in the evening? Remember to notify us of any special requirements for either yourself or your child. Remember to bring your programme, which shows the times of the sessions.

Can my children come?

We have a limited number of childcare places for children aged over 6 months and under 12 years. When applying for the course you can complete their details on the application form; remember to let us know if your child has any special needs. The Children’s Centre cannot take children who have been withdrawn from school. The campus is often undergoing restoration work so do be careful moving around the site and supervise children at all times.

Why are some courses marked with an asterisk(*)?

Some courses are more specialised than others and might not be suitable for you without doing some other introductory courses first. You may need to have a guidance session with a member of staff to help you decide which courses may best suit your needs.

If you have any further questions please call a member of the Registry team on 01226 776000.


SEPTEMBER3-5 Sep Mon Computers for Beginners p.173-5 Sep Mon History of Wentworth Castle p.125-7 Sep Wed Counselling for Beginners p.295-7 Sep Wed Finding your Level in English p.35-7 Sep Wed Introduction to Digital Photography p.175-7 Sep Wed Getting Ready for Level 3 p.307-9 Sep Fri Getting Ready for Level 3 p.307-9 Sep Fri Introduction to Word Processing p.187-9 Sep Fri Introduction to Teaching and Supporting Learning p.3510-12 Sep Mon Finding your Level in Maths p.810-12 Sep Mon Introduction to Desktop Publishing p.1810-14 Sep Mon Level 1 Award in Progression (Study Skills) p.1512-14 Sep Wed Mindfulness for Creative Writing p.414-16 Sep Fri Preparing for the Access to HE Diploma p.15, 2617-19 Sep Mon A Child’s World: An Introduction to Child Psychology p.2517-19 Sep Mon Confidence to Learn & Succeed p.1219-21 Sep Wed Getting Ready for Level 3 p.3019-21 Sep Wed Photography on your iPad p.1919-21 Sep Wed Punctuate with Confidence p.321-23 Sep Fri Introduction to PowerPoint p.1821-23 Sep Fri Understanding Issues in Mental Health p.2924-26 Sep Mon Managing your Computer p.1924-26 Sep Mon Speaking and Presenting Yourself with Confidence p.528-30 Sep Fri Introduction to the Internet p.18OCTOBER1-3 Oct Mon Introduction to Spreadsheets p.183-5 Oct Wed Confidence Building & Assertiveness p.123-5 Oct Wed Introduction to Photoshop p.195-7 Oct Fri Introduction to Navigation for Walkers p.285-7 Oct Fri Level 1 Award in IT User Skills (ITQ Office Applications) Session 1 p.218-10 Oct Mon Black Leaders p.128-10 Oct Mon Fabulous Fractions p.810-12 Oct Wed Grammar with Confidence p.310-12 Oct Wed Memory and Memorial p.1412-14 Oct Fri Computers for Beginners p.1712-14 Oct Fri Level 2 Certificate in IT User Skills (ITQ) Session 1 p.21

Course Dates


15-17 Oct Mon Acting for Beginners Stage One p.1317-19 Oct Wed Introduction to Teaching and Supporting Learning p.3517-19 Oct Wed Talking Heads p.519-21 Oct Fri Introduction to Substance Misuse p.2419-21 Oct Fri Level 1 Award in IT User Skills (ITQ Office Applications) Session 2 p.2119-21 Oct Fri Maths Makeover p.922-24 Oct Mon Introduction to Creative Writing p.422-24 Oct Mon Web Design using WordPress p.2024-26 Oct Wed Kids: They Don’t Come With A Handbook! p.3026-28 Oct Fri Introduction to Word Processing p.1826-28 Oct Fri Level 2 Certificate in IT User Skills (ITQ) Session 2 p.2126-28 Oct Fri Understanding Youth Work p.2629-31 Oct Mon Acting for Beginners Stage Two p.1329-31 Oct Mon Counselling for Beginners p.29NOVEMBER2-4 Nov Fri Volunteer? Who? Me? p.325-7 Nov Mon Introduction to Digital Photography p.175-7 Nov Mon Mindfulness 4 Maths p.87-9 Nov Wed Spell with Confidence p.39-11 Nov Fri Level 2 Certificate in IT User Skills (ITQ) Session 3 p.219-11 Nov Fri Perfect your Percentages p.912-14 Nov Mon Confidence to Learn & Succeed p.1212-14 Nov Mon Stress and Stress Management p.2814-16 Nov Wed Book Creator p.1914-16 Nov Wed Introduction to Databases p.1816-18 Nov Fri Introduction to Youth Justice p.2516-18 Nov Fri Understanding Issues in Mental Health p.2916-18 Nov Fri Web Programming using HTML and CSS p.2019-21 Nov Mon Girl with a Pearl Earring p.619-21 Nov Mon Understanding the Wentworth Castle Estate p.1321-23 Nov Wed Understanding the Metric System p.823-25 Nov Fri Introduction to PowerPoint p.1823-25 Nov Fri Introduction to Substance Misuse p.2426-28 Nov Mon Creative Writing around Northern p.426-28 Nov Mon Further Digital Photography p.1926-28 Nov Mon Singing for Pleasure & Writing Song Lyrics p.1328-30 Nov Wed Mindfulness for Creative Writing p.430 Nov - 2 Dec Fri Finding your Level In Maths p.830 Nov - 2 Dec Fri Introduction to Criminology p.2430 Nov - 2 Dec Fri Level 1 Award in Progression (Social Science) Session 1 p.26


DECEMBER3-5 Dec Mon Finding your Level in English p.33-5 Dec Mon Further Photoshop p.205-7 Dec Wed Acting for Beginners Stage Three p.135-7 Dec Wed Colonialism, Slavery and South Yorkshire p.147-9 Dec Fri Level 1 Award in Progression (Social Science) Session 2 p.267-9 Dec Fri Level 2 Certificate in IT User Skills (ITQ) Session 4 p.217-9 Dec Fri Speaking and Presenting Yourself with Confidence p.510-12 Dec Mon Healthy Numbers p.910-12 Dec Mon Introduction to the Internet p.1810-12 Dec Mon Understanding Counselling Theories p.2912-14 Dec Wed Understanding Sociology p.2414-16 Dec Fri Confidence Building & Assertiveness p.12JANUARY7-9 Jan Mon Introduction to Digital Photography p.177-9 Jan Mon Punctuate, Use Grammar and Spell Well p.49-11 Jan Wed Introduction to Spreadsheets p.189-11 Jan Wed Lifting the Lid p.611-13 Jan Fri Understanding Issues in Mental Health p.2914-16 Jan Mon Confidence to Learn & Succeed p.1214-16 Jan Mon Speaking and Presenting Yourself with Confidence p.516-18 Jan Wed Computers for Beginners p.1718-20 Jan Fri Fabulous Fractions p.818-20 Jan Fri Introduction to Teaching and Supporting Learning p.3521-23 Jan Mon Entry Level 3 Functional English Session 1 p.721-23 Jan Mon Finding your Level in Maths p.821-23 Jan Mon Managing your Computer p.1923-25 Jan Wed Mindfulness for Creative Writing p.425-27 Jan Fri Introduction to Criminology p.2425-27 Jan Fri Introduction to Substance Misuse p.2428-30 Jan Mon Acting for Beginners Stage One p.1328-30 Jan Mon Counselling for Beginners p.2930 Jan - 1 Feb Wed Entry Level 3 Functional English Session 1 p.730 Jan - 1 Feb Wed Making Movies using a DSLR p.19FEBRUARY4-6 Feb Mon Developing your Community Group p.324-6 Feb Mon Introduction to Desktop Publishing p.186-8 Feb Wed Entry Level 3 Functional Maths Session 1 p.106-8 Feb Wed Web Programming using HTML and CSS p.208-10 Feb Fri Level 1 Award in Progression (Health & Social Care) Session 1 p.318-10 Feb Fri Understanding Youth Work p.2611-13 Feb Mon Introduction to Creative Writing p.411-13 Feb Mon Introduction to Photoshop p.19


11-13 Feb Mon Talking Heads p.513-15 Feb Wed Punctuate with Confidence p.313-15 Feb Wed Stress and Stress Management p.2815-17 Feb Fri Confidence Building & Assertiveness p.1215-17 Feb Fri Level 1 Award in Progression (Health & Social Care) Session 2 p.3118-20 Feb Mon The Impressionists and their Legacy p.1418-22 Feb Mon Level 2 Award in Progression (Social Science) Session 1 p.2720-22 Feb Wed Entry Level 3 Functional Maths Session 2 p.1022-24 Feb Fri Criminology 2 : Discovering Desistance p.2622-24 Feb Fri Service User Involvement and Mentoring p.2525-27 Feb Mon Acting for Beginners Stage Two p.1325-27 Feb Mon Grammar with Confidence p.325-27 Feb Mon Introduction to Digital Photography p.1727 Feb - 1 Mar Wed Teenagers: Coping With Change p.3027 Feb - 1 Mar Wed Level 2 Award in Progression (Social Science) Session 2 p.27MARCH1-3 Mar Fri Introduction to PowerPoint p.181-3 Mar Fri Understanding the Metric System p.84-6 Mar Mon Confidence to Learn & Succeed p.124-8 Mar Mon Level 1 Award in Progression (Study Skills) p.156-8 Mar Wed Reading Between the Lines p.58-10 Mar Fri Girl with a Pearl Earring p.68-10 Mar Fri Level 1 Award in IT User Skills (ITQ Office Applications) Session 1 p.218-10 Mar Fri Understanding Issues in Mental Health p.2911-13 Mar Mon Finding your Level in English p.311-13 Mar Mon Maths Makeover p.913-15 Mar Wed Forest Confidence Building p.3213-15 Mar Wed History of Wentworth Castle p.1215-17 Mar Fri Introduction to Youth Justice p.2515-17 Mar Fri Level 1 Award in Progression (History) Session 1 p.1518-20 Mar Mon Speaking And Presenting Yourself with Confidence p.518-20 Mar Mon Introduction to Teaching and Supporting Learning p.3520-22 Mar Wed Spell with Confidence p.320-22 Mar Wed Writing for Purpose p.522-24 Mar Fri Level 1 Award in IT User Skills (ITQ Office Applications) Session 2 p.2122-24 Mar Fri Level 1 Award in Progression (History) Session 2 p.1522-24 Mar Fri Level 1 Award in Progression (Social Sciences) Session 1 p.2625-27 Mar Mon Counselling for Beginners p.2925-27 Mar Mon Introduction to Databases p.1827-29 Mar Wed Creative Writing around Northern p.427-29 Mar Wed Web Design using WordPress p.2029-31 Mar Fri Nature’s Numbers p.929-31 Mar Fri Level 1 Award in Progression (Social Sciences) Session 2 p.2629-31 Mar Fri Understanding Dyslexia p.29


APRIL1-3 Apr Mon Further Digital Photography p.191-3 Apr Mon Introduction to Creative Writing p.41-5 Apr Mon Level 1 Functional English Session 1 p.73-5 Apr Wed Understanding Sociology p.245-7 Apr Fri Introduction to Navigation for Walkers p.285-7 Apr Fri So, you want to be a Social Worker p.298-10 Apr Mon Introduction to Digital Photography p.1710-12 Apr Wed Perfect your Percentages p.912-14 Apr Fri Lifting the Lid p.612-14 Apr Fri Volunteer? Who? Me? p.3215-17 Apr Wed Level 1 Functional English Session 2 p.715-17 Apr Mon Singing for Pleasure & Writing Song Lyrics p.1315-17 Apr Mon Understanding the Wentworth Castle Estate p.1324-26 Apr Wed Mindfulness for Creative Writing p.426-28 Apr Fri Introduction to Criminology p.2426-28 Apr Fri Introduction to Substance Misuse p.2429 Apr - 1 May Mon Acting for Beginners Stage Three p.1329 Apr - 1 May Mon Managing your Computer p.19MAY1-3 May Wed Computers for Beginners p.171-3 May Wed Faith in Britain Today p.14, 33 3-5 May Fri Level 1 Functional Maths Session 1 p.103-5 May Fri Introduction to the Internet p.183-5 May Fri Level 1 Award In IT User Skills (ITQ Creative Applications) Session 1 p.218-10 May Wed Great Expectations: Understanding Victorian Writers p.613-15 May Mon Confidence to Learn & Succeed p.1213-15 May Mon Further Photoshop p.2013-15 May Mon Punctuate, Use Grammar and Spell Well p.415-17 May Wed Fabulous Fractions p.815-17 May Wed Stress and Stress Management p.2817-19 May Fri Level 1 Functional Maths Session 2 p.1017-19 May Fri Level 1 Award In IT User Skills (ITQ Creative Applications) Session 2 p.2117-19 May Fri Service User Involvement and Mentoring p.2520-22 May Mon Entry Level 3 Award in Progression (IT) Session 1 p.2120-22 May Mon Introduction to Creative Writing p.420-22 May Mon Introduction to Social Policy p.2422-24 May Wed Level 1 Functional Maths Session 3 p.1022-24 May Wed Introduction to Teaching and Supporting Learning p.3524-26 May Fri Acting for Beginners Stage One p.1329-31 May Wed Introduction To Psychology of Health and Wellbeing p.2931 May - 2 Jun Fri Introduction to Substance Misuse p.2431 May - 2 Jun Fri Level 2 Award in Progression (Health & Social Care) Session 1 p.31


31 May - 2 Jun Fri Youth Offending: What works? p.2531 May - 2 Jun Fri Finding your Level in Maths p.8JUNE3-5 Jun Mon Entry Level 3 Award in Progression (IT) Session 2 p.213-5 Jun Mon Speaking And Presenting Yourself with Confidence p.55-7 Jun Wed Forest Confidence Building p.325-7 Jun Wed Get Active around Northern p.285-7 Jun Wed Introduction to Word Processing p.187-9 Jun Fri Level 2 Award in Progression (Health & Social Care) Session 2 p.3110-12 Jun Mon Confidence Building & Assertiveness p.1210-12 Jun Mon Finding your Level in English p.310-12 Jun Mon Introduction to Desktop Publishing p.1810-14 Jun Mon Level 2 Award in Progression (Social Science) Session 1 p.2712-14 Jun Wed Healthy Numbers p.912-14 Jun Wed Making a Short Film p.1914-16 Jun Fri Acting for Beginners Stage Two p.1314-16 Jun Fri Level 2 Award in Progression (Health & Social Care) Session 3 p.3114-16 Jun Fri Web Programming using HTML and CSS p.2017-19 Jun Mon Introduction to Databases p.1817-19 Jun Mon Introduction to Photoshop p.1917-21 Jun Mon Level 1 Functional English Session 1 p.717-21 Jun Mon Level 2 Functional English Session 1 p.719-21 Jun Wed First Steps in First Aid p.2819-21 Jun Wed Level 2 Award In Progression (Social Sciences) Session 2 p.2721-23 Jun Fri Getting Ready for Level 3 p.3024-26 Jun Mon A Child’s World: An Introduction to Child Psychology p.2524-26 Jun Mon Introduction to Digital Photography p.1724-28 Jun Mon Level 1 Functional Maths Session 1 p.1024-28 Jun Mon Level 2 Functional Maths Session 1 p.1026-28 Jun Wed Computers for Beginners p.1726-28 Jun Wed History of Wentworth Castle p.1228-30 Jun Fri Introduction to Criminology p.2428-30 Jun Fri Service User Involvement and Mentoring p.25


JULY1-3 Jul Mon Finding Your Level In Maths p.81-3 Jul Mon Further Digital Photography p.191-3 Jul Mon The Psychology of Sex And Gender p.251-3 Jul Mon Stress and Stress Management p.283-5 Jul Wed Confidence Building & Assertiveness p.123-5 Jul Wed Kids: They don’t come with a handbook! p.303-5 Jul Wed Level 2 Award In Progression (Study Skills) Session 1 p.165-7 Jul Fri Acting for Beginners Stage One p.135-7 Jul Fri Introduction to Teaching and Supporting Learning p.358-10 Jul Mon Counselling for Beginners p.298-10 Jul Mon Introduction to the Internet p.188-10 Jul Mon Level 1 Functional English Session 2 p.78-10 Jul Mon Level 2 Functional English Session 2 p.710-12 Jul Wed Getting Ready For Level 3 p.3010-12 Jul Wed Level 2 Award In Progression (Study Skills) Session 2 p.1612-14 Jul Fri Introduction to Navigation for Walkers p.2812-14 Jul Fri Level 1 Award in Progression (Social Sciences) Session 1 p.2612-14 Jul Fri Sustainable Living p.15, 32 15-17 Jul Mon Level 1 Functional Maths Session 2 p.1015-17 Jul Mon Managing your Computer p.1915-17 Jul Mon Singing for Pleasure & Writing Song Lyrics p.1315-19 Jul Mon Level 2 Functional Maths Session 2 p.1017-19 Jul Wed Level 2 Award in Progression (Study Skills) Session 3 p.1617-19 Jul Wed Understanding Victorian Britain p.1419-21 Jul Fri Level 1 Award in Progression (Social Sciences) Session 2 p.2619-21 Jul Fri Mindfulness 4 Maths p.819-21 Jul Fri Understanding Issues in Mental Health p.2922-24 Jul Mon Confidence to Learn & Succeed p.1222-24 Jul Mon Introduction to Psychology of Health and Wellbeing p.2922-24 Jul Mon Teenagers: Coping with Change p.3022-24 Jul Mon Understanding Counselling Theories p.2924-26 Jul Wed Mindfulness for Creative Writing p.424-26 Jul Wed Getting Ready For Level 3 p.3026-28 Jul Fri Criminology 2 : Discovering Desistance p.2626-28 Jul Fri Nature’s Numbers p.9


LocationThe college is famous for its architectural prowess and location. If you’d like to see the college grounds and facilities contact us to organise a visit.

M1 Motorway toLeeds & North Dodworth Rd

Dual

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Barnsley

Signpost toNorthern College

Entrance toNorthernCollege

Lowe Lane

M1

B6099Th

e Walk

Signpostto Pilley

Obelisk

M1 Motorway toSheffield & South

By CarLocated approximately 3 miles west of Barnsley, the College is just 10 minutes by car from both junctions 36 and 37 of the M1.

From the North via M1 Exit J37Ÿ Take first exit on roundabout.

Ÿ Take middle lane (A6133) to traffic lights.

Ÿ Turn right at traffic lights.

Ÿ Go along until next set of traffic lights (approx 1 mile) turn right down the hill and over the motorway bridge.

Ÿ Turn left at the next junction.

Ÿ Continue to crossroads (approx 1 mile).

Ÿ Turn right. College entrance is at the top of the hill.

From the South via M1 J36Ÿ Take third exit through the traffic lights

(A61).

Ÿ At small roundabout take first exit (A61).

Ÿ Go 500 yds and turn left at obelisk (The Walk - signposted Pilley).

Ÿ Go along the road (approx 3 miles), don't turn off.

Ÿ Straight on at the crossroads, up the hill.

Ÿ College entrance is at the top of the hill.

From Sheffield/Huddersfield via A629Ÿ Upon arrival in Thurgoland turn right

(from Sheffield) or left (from Huddersfield) at the traffic lights.

Ÿ Travel two miles, through Hood Green village.

Ÿ The College entrance is on your right as you descend the hill.

By Rail or CoachŸ From Barnsley interchange

Taxis or Buses ( 23, 23a & 24 ) are available

Ÿ Please check Travel Line 01709 515151or www.travelsouthyorkshire.com

College Mission

To provide outstanding adultresidential & community educationfor the empowerment & transformationof individuals & communities.

Tel: 01226 776000Email: [email protected]

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