stephenson college ft course guide 2015/2016

STEPHENSON COLLEGEFULL-TIME

COURSE GUIDE2015/16

Choose between our 3 campuses in Coalville and Nottingham

14+ and want more options than just school?

Grade 2Ofsted 2013

A WARM WELCOMEFROM THE PRINCIPAL

We at Stephenson College are pleased to provide our Full-Time Prospectuscontaining information relating to the widevariety of high quality courses we deliver.Students of Stephenson College benefitfrom our state of the art facilities and from the support of our expert staff. Werecognise the importance of vocationaltraining for each of our students, thecommunities we serve and for our economy.We aim to build the aspirations andconfidence of each of our students and to support their career progression and personal development.

Nigel LeighPrincipal/Chief Executive

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COMEON IN,WE’REHEREFORYOU...

Come and visit our great College in Coalville, or one

of our campus sites in Nottingham on Lenton

Lane or Maid Marian Way.

OPEN EVENINGS 3 - 7pm

Coalville Campus

Nottingham Campus Lenton Lane

Nottingham Campus Maid Marian Way

stephensoncoll.ac.uk

CONTENTS

General Information

Course Information

stephensoncoll.ac.uk 01530 836136 OR 0115 955 7670 Text ‘COURSEINFO’ to 88020

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YOU CAN NOW START ATSTEPHENSONCOLLEGEFROM THE AGE OF 14We have added to the options available foryoung people aged 14 and over by givingthem the opportunity to enrol directly intothe College. This offer would particularlyadvantage those who are looking to follow amore vocational career route. The Collegewill be providing students with the option oflearning in a practical setting and gainingwork skills which can be directly applied toapprenticeship opportunities and future jobs.

To find out more please call 01530 519099or visit www.stephensonstudioschool.co.uk

NEED A RIDE?


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NEWHALL

SWADLINCOTE

CHURCH GRESLEY

WOODVILLE

Starting at Stephenson College is only thebeginning…we are here to support you

every step of the way. As a student with usyou will learn in modern classrooms, use

the most up to date technology and train inworkshops that are all industry standard.

Careers advice and counselling is alsoavailable should you need any help.

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WE ARE COMMITTED TOMAKING YOU SUCCESSFUL

COURSE CANCELLATIONS

FURTHER INFORMATION

THREE LOCATIONS. 100S OF OPTIONS

ICON KEY


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From money matters to career advice, we are here tohelp. We pride ourselves on equality for everyone

and offer much more than just a place to learn.

HELP WITH COURSE FEES

SUPPORT FOR ADDITIONAL NEEDS

THE 16-19 BURSARY FUND

CHILDCARE

STUDENT ACTIVITIES

STUDENT UNION

WHAT IS A FULL LEVEL 2 QUALIFICATION?

WHAT IS A FULL LEVEL 3 QUALIFICATION?

FREE TUITION FEES

To find out if you are eligible please contact Student Services on (01530) 836136 ext 220.


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Now could be the perfect time to continue your education,whether you want to develop a lifelong passion or

interest, learn a new skill or gain a new hobby.

24+ Advanced Learning Loans have beenintroduced to help you cover the course feesfor full and part-time courses and training atLevel 3 and 4 e.g. Advanced and HigherApprenticeships, A levels, Access to HigherEducation courses and Level 3 and 4,Certificates and Diplomas.

WHO ARE THE LOANS FOR?

WHEN APPLYING FOR A LEVEL 3 OR 4 COURSE YOU WILL HAVE THE OPTION TO:

HOW WILL THE LOAN WORK?

HOW DO I APPLY FOR A 24+ ADVANCEDLEARNING LOAN?

Step 1:

Step 2:

Step 3:

HOW MUCH WILL THE LOANS BE FOR?

DO I NEED TO APPLY FOR A LOAN FOREACH YEAR I AM STUDYING?

WHAT WILL I HAVE TO REPAY AND WHEN?

WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE FOR ME IFI’M STUDYING AN ACCESS TO HIGHEREDUCATION COURSE?

HOW DO I FIND OUT MORE?


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The College offers a range of A-Level equivalentcourses that are both theoretical and hands-on.

ATTENDING COLLEGE AND WORKING PART-TIME

FREE COURSES FOR 16-18 YEAR OLDS

KEEPING SAFE

HELP WITH TRAVEL

Coalville Campus

Nottingham Campus

Maid Marian Way

AIM HIGHHigher Education on your doorstep


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TOTAL SUPPORT

Don’t worry if you’ve missed out on the all important GradeCs in your English or MathsGCSEs before coming tocollege. You will be entitled to a learning programme that keepsbuilding up your skills andconfidence to ensure you aresuccessful in these subjects.

TAILORED FOR YOU

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WE AIM TOBUILD THEASPIRATIONSANDCONFIDENCEOF EVERYSTUDENT


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This is a comprehensive guide to the qualification levels available to you. Each qualification has its own level, these range from Entry Level to Level 8.

Many of these qualifications are available at Stephenson College, please contact us to find out more information.

ENTRY LEVEL

LEVELONE

LEVELTWO

LEVELTHREE


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LEVELFOUR

LEVELFIVE

LEVELSIX

LEVELSEVEN

LEVELEIGHT

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EARN WHILE YOU LEARNApprenticeships are a great choice for many young people.

TRAINEESHIPSWHAT IS A TRAINEESHIP?

Traineeships are unpaid training programmesthat allow you to enrol on a course and getwork experience without getting your benefitsand job seekers allowance stopped.

Stephenson College will meet all transportcosts to college and employers will provide all travel costs to your place of work and food and drink.

WHAT DOES A TRAINEESHIP INVOLVE?

• Work preparation training at college toprepare you for your working environmentand improve your confidence. This willinclude developing your CV and interviewskills.

• Specific development of your English,Maths and IT skills tailored to the needs of the company you will be working in.

• Health and Safety training specific to thecompany/sector you will be working in.

• A 10 week, high quality work placementoffering you a great insight into thecompany’s operations. You will alsoundertake the company’s inductionprogramme and get your own personalwork buddy/mentor.

At the end of the work experience placementyou will get an interview with the company, ifvacancies are available. In addition you willreceive a reference, a certificate ofachievement and an exit interview.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ATRAINEESHIP?

Taking part in a Traineeship will put you in abetter position to compete for anApprenticeship or other jobs, as you will gaingenuine employability skills and actual workexperience to add to your CV.

IS A TRAINEESHIP THE RIGHTOPPORTUNITY FOR ME?

If you are motivated to work and ready to starta career, yet restricted by a lack of skills andexperience, this is exactly the opportunity youneed. You may be eligible if you:

• Are aged 18 to 23

• Do not have a Level 2 qualification(equivalent to 5 GCSEs)

• Are unemployed or working less than 16 hours a week


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APPRENTICESHIPSHOW DO I BECOME AN APPRENTICE?

You must be 16 or over, living in England and not in full-time education. There are alsoflexible entry requirements as Apprenticeshipsare not just focused on academic achievementbut are much more practical based. If you arenot employed we will match your detailsagainst any vacancies we have on file whileyou also apply for jobs.

WHY BECOME AN APPRENTICE?

You will be working in an area you enjoy and get paid, receiving a minimum of £2.73 per hour.

With this great foundation to build on you willhave a wide range of options available to youin the future.

The following Apprenticeships areavailable at both Coalville andNottingham Campus sites.

Accounting (Coalville and Maid Marian Way),animal care, brickwork, business &administration, carpentry & joinery, child care,customer service, electrical installation,construction (general), hairdressing (Coalvilleand Maid Marian Way), health & social care,horse care, IT Users, maintenance operations,management, painting & decorating,plumbing, property services (letting ofresidential), property services (sale ofresidential), teaching assistants, team leading and warehousing & storage.

The following Apprenticeships are only available at the Coalville Campus.

Beauty, brickwork, construction (contractoperations), engineering, fitted interiors, and motor vehicle (various programmes).

WHAT’S NEXT?

Checkout the vacancies on our websitewww.stephensoncoll.ac.uk or call theApprenticeship Helpline on (01530) 519001.Alternatively visit www.apprenticeships.gov.uk

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HOW DO I ENROL?

1.After receiving yourapplication we will invite youto an informal interview.

2. Please bring your record ofachievement.

3.Following your interview youwill receive a letter offeringyou a place on an appropriatecourse.

4. Please let us know if you areaccepting the place.

5. If the offer is conditional it islikely that you will be asked toprovide details of your examresults.

6. If you have not received theresults you expected, you mayneed to choose an alternativecourse.

7.Don’t worry, we are here tohelp.

The whole enrolment process hasbeen designed to ensure thecourse is right for you.

You can complete the onlineapplication form or alternativelycontact Student Services on01530 836136 ext 220 or [email protected] and they will send you a copy.


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DON’T DELAY,BOOK YOURPLACE NOW, AS COURSESARE INDEMAND & PLACESGO QUICKLY

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If you are a mature student looking to get back into education,then look no further. Many people miss out the first time

around when it comes to getting the qualifications needed fora well-paid and interesting job. If this sounds like you, then

our Access courses could offer the perfect solution.


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ACCESS TOHUMANITIES ANDSOCIAL SCIENCECourse Level 3

Qualifications/Experience

Course Length

What

How

Assessment

Materials & Equipment

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ACCESS TO NURSINGCourse Level 3


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

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If you enjoy the fun and excitement of animals and want toget more experience working with them, come along and

find out more about this rewarding area of work.

Working with animals is an increasingly popular career choice. Many people begin working with animals at an early age - they

may instinctively have a desire to care for animals and forsome, a hobby turns into a fulfilling career.


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DIPLOMA IN (WORK BASED)ANIMAL CARECourse Level 1


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

DIPLOMA IN (WORK BASED)ANIMAL CARECourse Level 2


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

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DIPLOMA IN ANIMALMANAGEMENTCourse Level 3


Course Length

What

Assessment


The Future

Possible career opportunities include:-

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GOING FROMSTRENGTH TOSTRENGTH“After completing my course, Igained employment. I have alsoreturned to Stephenson College to take a Foundation Degree”

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Children are the future…so lead the way. If you can relate well with children and offer enthusiasm and commitment, thena career in Early Years and Childcare would give you a sense

of real satisfaction and achievement.


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CERTIFICATE ININTRODUCTION TOHEALTH, SOCIAL CARE& CHILDREN’SSETTINGSCourse Level 1


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

EARLY YEARSEDUCATION & CARECERTIFICATECourse Level 2


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

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CHILDCARE &EDUCATION (EARLYYEAR EDUCATOR)DIPLOMA Course Level 3


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

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Do you think you have entrepreneurial ambitions and could run your own company?


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IT DIPLOMACourse Level 2


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

IT DIPLOMA (90 CREDIT ) OR IT EXTENDED DIPLOMACourse Level 3


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What

How

Assessment


The Future

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AAT PROFESSIONALACCOUNTANCY PATHWAY Course Levels 1, 2, 3 (Level 4 in year two)

• Level 1

• Level 2

• Level 3

In the second year of the programme you will study:• Level 4


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AN EXHILARATING

EXPERIENCE

“The whole learning experience

at Stephenson College was

exceptional. The teachers were

brilliant. The facilities amazing.

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WHATEVER YOURGOAL WE WILL DOOUR BEST TO MAKEYOU THE BEST YOUCAN BE...


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NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN BUSINESSCourse Level 2


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

BUSINESS DIPLOMA (90 CREDIT)BUSINESS EXTENDEDDIPLOMA Course Level 3


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

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Are you technically minded and good with your hands?Would you like to develop a trade skill, giving you a

satisfying and rewarding job? The construction industry isa major employer in this country and the demand for

skilled workers is continuing to grow. The College offers awide range of construction related courses to choose from.


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PLUMBING DIPLOMA Course Level 1


Course Length

What

How

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PLUMBING DIPLOMA Course Level 2


Course Length

What


The Future

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ELECTRICALINSTALLATIONDIPLOMA Course Level 1


Course Length

What


The Future

ELECTRICALINSTALLATION (ELECTRICAL-TECHNICALTECHNOLOGY)DIPLOMA Course Level 2 & 3


Course Length

What


The Future

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MULTI-TRADE CONSTRUCTIONCERTIFICATE Course Level 1


Course Length

What

How


The Future

CARPENTRY & JOINERY CONSTRUCTIONDIPLOMA Course Level 1


Course Length

What

Assessment


The Future

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CARPENTRY &JOINERY (BENCH)DIPLOMA Course Level 2


Course Length

What

Assessment


The Future

CARPENTRY & JOINERY (SITE)DIPLOMA Course Level 2


Course Length

What

Assessment


The Future

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CARPENTRY &JOINERY (SITE/BENCH)DIPLOMA Course Level 3


Course Length

What

Assessment


The Future

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PAINTING &DECORATING CONSTRUCTIONDIPLOMA Course Level 1


Course Length

What

Assessment


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PAINTING &DECORATING CONSTRUCTIONDIPLOMA Course Level 2


Course Length

What

Assessment


The Future

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AN ENJOYABLEADVENTURE“I have extremely enjoyed studying at the college and would definitelyrecommend them to anyone”

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Do you have a questioning mind about the world around you or like tofind creative solutions to challenging problems?

ENGINEERING


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WELDING CERTIFICATE Course Levels 1 & 2


Course Length

What

Mandatory Engineering units

Assessment


The Future

ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY Course Levels 1 & 2


Course Length

What

Assessment


The Future

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ENGINEERING &TECHNOLOGYDIPLOMA Course Level 3


Course Length

What

Assessment


The Future

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AN AMAZINGJOURNEY“The course at Stephenson Collegehas been an invaluable experiencefor me and has opened doors thatseemed so out of reach a couple ofyears ago”

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Customer Care skills and creativity will take you a long way inthis exciting and dynamic industry.


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HAIR AND BEAUTY FOUNDATION DIPLOMACourse Level 1


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


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BEAUTY THERAPYDIPLOMA Course Level 2


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

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BEAUTY THERAPYDIPLOMA (MASSAGEROUTE) Course Level 3


Course Length

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How

Assessment


The Future

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CREATIVE HAIR &BEAUTY DIPLOMACourse Level 2


Course Length

What

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Assessment


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COLLEGE LIFE IS GREAT“My confidence has grown and I’vemade lots of friends. My tutor is veryhelpful and I’m learning new skills allof the time. Life at college is great!”

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THE LEESTAFFORDACADEMY at Stephenson College

For more information call 0115 955 7673.


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HAIRDRESSINGDIPLOMA Course Level 2

This course is also available at our LEESTAFFORD ACADEMY on Maid Marian Way in Nottingham.


Course Length

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How

Assessment


The Future

HAIRDRESSING DIPLOMA Course Level 3


Course Length

What

How

Assessment

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EXISTING LEARNERS

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Are you kind, considerate and compassionate?


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INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH, SOCIALCARE & CHILDREN’SSETTINGS Course Level 1


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


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FIRST DIPLOMA IN HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE Course Level 2


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

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HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE (90CREDIT) DIPLOMACourse Level 3


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

HEALTH & SOCIAL CAREEXTENDED DIPLOMACourse Level 3


Course Length

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Assessment


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A FANTASTICEXPERIENCE“I loved doing the First Diploma inHealth & Social Care. My tutor helpedme achieve the highest grades I couldand supported me throughout thewhole year.”

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Do you dream of working with engines and are interested in cars or HGVs?


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ENTRY TO MOTOR VEHICLE Entry Level


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

VEHICLEMAINTENANCE& REPAIR Course Level 1


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

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MOTOR VEHICLEDIPLOMA Course Level 2


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

VEHICLE FITTINGPRINCIPLES DIPLOMA Course Level 2


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

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MOTOR VEHICLEDIPLOMA Course Level 3


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Assessment


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CONFIDENT &EXPERIENCED“I would never have beenable to go to universitywithout the confidence andexperience this course hasgiven me”

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These programmes are for young people who are unsureabout which direction to take for the future and need

additional support to achieve their goals?

SKILLS FOR LIFE -INDEPENDENT LIVINGEntry Level 1, 2 & 3


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SKILLS FOREMPLOYMENT -PERSONAL ANDSOCIAL DEVELOPMENTEntry Level (Level 1 & 2)


Course Length

What

How


The Future

SUPPORTEDINTERNSHIPS Level 1 & 2


Course Length

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How


The Future

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SPORTCan you organise and motivate people?


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SPORT DIPLOMA Course Level 2


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

SPORT (90 CREDIT)DIPLOMA Course Level 3


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SPORT EXTENDEDDIPLOMA Course Level 3

This qualification is designed for anyone wanting to work in the sport and leisure sector or looking to progress to higher education. It offers aninvaluable look at the opportunities, resources andwork carried out across this exciting and dynamicsector and gives you the opportunity to gain valuablework experience in your chosen area.

Qualifications/Experience You must have four GCSE grades C or above(preferably including English), or have completed aLevel 3 Diploma at Merit level. You will also attend aninterview and take an Initial Assessment.

Course Length 1 year top-up from the 90 credit Diploma = 40 weeks. 2 years full-time.

What You will cover a range of subject areas that include;physiology & anatomy, psychology, assessing risk insport, sports development, sports coaching, practicalteam and individual sports. You will also be given theopportunity to attend an overseas sporting residentialand ski trip, various outdoor activities, including whitewater rafting, cycling and canoeing. You will alsolearn functional skills which are English and Maths asrequired. You will also continue your English andMaths studies until reaching GCSE grade C orabove.

How A variety of learning approaches will be used andinclude; work-based activities, role-play andsimulations, independent learning opportunities,knowledge based sessions and a work placement.

Assessment The programme is continually assessed on the basisof assignments and practical activities.

Materials & Equipment General sports kit/uniform. Help with costs areavailable; please contact Student Services 01530836136 ext 220 to find out if you are eligible.

The FutureFollowing completion of this course you canprogress to a Higher Education programme oremployment within the Leisure Industry.

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TRULYINSPIRATIONALTUTORS“I thoroughly enjoyed my time atStephenson College. The tutors havebeen a big inspiration and I thankthem all for their help and support.”


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Are you adventurous, interested in contributing to society andlooking to enter an exciting and rewarding career?


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UNIFORMED SERVICESDIPLOMA Course Level 2


Course Length

What

How

Assessment


The Future

UNIFORMED SERVICES(90 CREDIT) DIPLOMACourse Level 3


Course Length

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WHATEVER YOURAIM, WE INTEND TO GIVE YOU THEKNOWLEDGE YOU’LLNEED TO REACHYOUR GOALS.


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UNIFORMED SERVICESEXTENDED DIPLOMACourse Level 3


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Connect with us atwww.stephensoncoll.ac.uk

Coalville Campus

Thornborough RoadCoalvilleLeicestershireLE67 3TN

Tel: 01530 836 136

[email protected]

Nottingham Campus

Oak House8 Easter ParkLenton Lane, NottsNG7 2PX

Tel: 0115 955 7670

[email protected]

Lee Stafford Academy

16-18 Maid Marian WayNottinghamNG1 6HS

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