reading college part-time prospectus 2011-12

reading-college.ac.uk

2011-12

Welcome to Reading College

Part-time Prospectus

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WelcomeReading College offers a great range of high quality part-time courses to help you to achieve your goals, no matter what your plans are for the future. Whether you want to progress in employment, to further study or simply enjoy a new interest, we have the course for you.

Five reasons to start a course right now1. You’re looking for a new job

2. You’re in employment and want qualifications to let you progress

3. Your employer is looking for a work place training programme for you so you can progress in your job

4. You want to boost your literacy or numeracy skills for life, work and further study

5. ...or you simply want to pursue an interest

Media and Photography .......................................... 30

Modern Foreign Languages ..................................... 33

Motor Vehicle .......................................................... 35

Music and Performing Arts ....................................... 36

Plumbing, Gas and Heating .................................... 37

Preparation for Life and Work ................................... 38

Teaching and Training ............................................. 38

Foundation and Remix Pathways ............................. 40

Apprenticeships ....................................................... 41

Facilities................................................................... 44

Term dates .............................................................. 45

Money matters ........................................................ 46

Support with learning ............................................... 47

Travel information .................................................... 48

DisclaimerThe courses described in this prospectus are the part-time courses expected to be on offer during the 2011/12 academic year. Every effort

has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this prospectus. Reading College reserves the right, however, to

introduce changes including the addition, withdrawal or restructuring of courses and services. It is important to note that places on courses

are subject to availability, and that the courses themselves may be subject to a viable number of students enrolling. The contents of this

prospectus therefore do not form a contractual obligation on Reading College to provide any courses or services described in it.

ContentsProspectus guide ....................................................... 2

How to enrol .............................................................. 2

Information, advice and guidance ............................ 4

Fees and payments ................................................... 6

A levels and GCSEs .................................................... 8

Access ....................................................................... 8

Art, Graphics and Fashion .......................................... 9

Business and Professional ......................................... 14

Care, Childcare and Health ..................................... 15

Catering and Hospitality .......................................... 18

Computing and IT .................................................... 19

Construction and the Built Environment .................... 19

Engineering ............................................................. 24

Hairdressing and Therapies ...................................... 26

Literacy, Numeracy, ESOL and EFL ............................ 28

02|03 Reading College Part-time Prospectus reading-college.ac.uk Tel: 0800 371 434

Prospectus guideThe prospectus is divided into subject areas so you can easily find the types of courses that interest you.Our easy to use key provides the essential details to help you choose.

Day/s Start time Start date Duration 16-18 fee 19+ fee Concession fee Course code Level Exam fee

Tue 6.30pm 13/09/11 30 weeks £0 £300 £0 2SEGCRB07R Level 2 £47

Courses marked with means that you will need to be interviewed for the course before you enrol.

How to enrolYou can enrol any time before the start of the course.

Our dedicated part-time enrolment week is just before the start of the college year, from Monday 5 to Friday 9 September 10am to 6pm.

Three steps

Step 1: Find your course in the relevant subject area in this prospectus or search for your course on-line at reading-college.ac.uk

Step 2: Check out the details •Day,timeanddates •Costs •Courselevelandcontent •Askforinformationoradviceonanyaspectofthecoursebyphoning0800371434,

e-mailing [email protected] or attending an advice day or open evening (see page 5 for dates).

Step 3: Apply or go straight to the enrolment stage.

Proof of IdentityPlease note you will need to show us proof of your identity when you enrol (or at the start of the course if you are enrolling by telephone). We prefer to see a valid passport, but we also accept:

• Photodrivinglicence• EUIDcard• Proveitcard.

Other documentation such as

• Examcertificate• Utilitybill• Birthcertificate.

Thinking about full-time study?You can find out about full-time study options from our website or by contacting us for a full-time prospectus.

Email: [email protected] Tel: 0800 371 434 Reading College Part-time Prospectus 02|03

Apply first...For most courses the application stage is optional and you can progress straight to the enrolment stage unless your course requires an interview, as denoted by in the course details.

Apply online by finding your course on our website course search area or ask us to send you an application form to return to us by post. On receipt of your application we will contact you with your enrolment details.

... or go straight to enrolment

Enrol by telephone• Phone0800371434-9am–4.30pm

Monday to Friday

• Pleaseremembertohaveyourdebit/creditcarddetails if any payment is required

• Youwillnotbeabletoenrolbyphoneifyouareeligible for a concessionary fee or if you are not a home/EUstudent.

Enrol in person• EnrolatourAdviceCentreatKingsRoad,Reading

• Openingtimesareonpage5

• Youwillbeaskedtocompleteanenrolmentform,show any evidence of benefit if appropriate and/or pay any fee due.


Information, advice and guidanceInformation and adviceOur Advice and Admissions team is there to provide you with advice and information on:

•coursesandcoursechoice

•financialassistance

•childcareandothersupportwhileyoustudy

•enrolmentandpaymentoffees.

GuidanceYour future employment prospects are important to us. All students have access to guidance with planning their future progression route. Our guidance team offers drop-in and booked appointments.

• CollegeProgressionAdvisorsprovideindividualguidance to help you with your choices and moving to your next job or course.

• NextStepAdvisorsworkcloselyalongsidecollegeadvisors to provide support for adult learners.

• ConnexionsAdvisorsworkinthecollegetosupportthe progression of students under 19.

Tel: 0800 371 434 reading-college.ac.uk Reading College Part-time Prospectus 04|05

Advice Centre opening times:•Monday,WednesdayandFriday:9am–4.30pm

•TuesdayandThursday:9am–6.30pm (4.30pm during the holidays)

• Saturday:atpeaktimesonly,pleasecheckourwebsite (reading-college.ac.uk) for details

Call us on freephone 0800 371 434 Monday–Friday9am–4.30pm

Email: [email protected]

Please note: the centre is closed between Christmas and New Year and all bank holidays.

Open eveningsThese are held once a term and offer a chance to look at the facilities, hear short talks on various aspects of college life and have one-to-one discussions with tutors about specific subject areas:

•Wednesday2November2011,6pm–8.30pm

•Wednesday8February2012,6pm–8.30pm

•Wednesday16May2012,6pm–8.30pm

Summer drop-in advice sessionsDropinforinformationandadviceonallcoursesincluding an opportunity to talk to a course tutor:

•Wednesday17August2011,10am–7pm

•Wednesday24August2011,10am–7pm

Five reasons to study at Reading College1. A huge choice of courses relating to most industry

sectors as well as more general courses, offered at different levels to suit your previous experience and interest.

2. Our trained advice and guidance staff will help you make the right choice of course and starting point.

3. Dedicatedteachingstaffwhoarepassionateaboutlearning, experts in their fields and completely committed to keeping the achievement and success of their learners as their main focus.

4. An accessible location, based at the edge of Reading town centre with good road and rail links.

5. An invitation to be part of a vibrant, successful college and create your own success story, whatever course you choose.


Fees and paymentsFeesThe tuition fees listed are per academic year. Fees listed are correct at the time of going to print but may be subject to minor change.

16-18 feesIf you are a Home* student aged 16-18 you will not have to pay any tuition fees for government funded full-time courses and many part-time courses are also free. You will still need to pay for equipment and materials cost as required.

19+ feesTuition fees apply to most courses for people aged 19 and over.

Concessionary feesIf you are a Home student you may qualify for free tuition on government funded courses if you can provide evidence that you are in receipt of Jobseekers Allowance or Employment Support Allowance (work relatedactivitygrouponly–asdefinedbyJobCentrePlus). All other types of income-based benefits no longer apply for free tuition.

Please note that exam fees and any other course fees are still payable at the time of enrolment.

Free coursesYou do not pay tuition fees if you are over 19 and studying for your first full Level 2 course or if you are under 25 and studying for your first full Level 3 course. Exam and other related course fees are still payable. Please ask our advisors for more information if you think you might be eligible.

If you are on an Entry Level or Level 1 course and intend to move on to a Level 2 course next year, you may also be able to study for free.

All of our literacy and numeracy courses (up to Level 2) are free to Home students. Most of our job seekers courses are also free for JSA and ESA claimants).

*Toqualifyforhome/EUfeesyounormallyneedto be a national from the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland or specified overseas territories, havesettledstatusintheUK,orfallintooneofseveral other categories. To check, please contact our advisors on 0800 371 434.

International studentsIfyouarenotaHome/EUstudent*youmaybeliableto pay a tuition fee higher than those listed in this prospectus. Further information about your fee status in accordance with government regulations and the fees payable are available by speaking to our advisors.

Examination, registration fees and other costsExam and/or registration fees, if applicable, are payable at enrolment. Should you need to resit any examinations, additional charges may be payable. For some courses you will also need to buy books or pay for other materials including printing costs. Please ask for details at interview (if applicable) or when enrolling.


College ID cardAll enrolled students are required to have a college IDcardandtherewillbeasmallchargeforthiscardwhen you enrol.

When to payAll fees are payable at enrolment unless you are eligible for free tuition or you are making staged payments.

Staged payments (if your tuition fee is over £150)For your convenience we offer a staged payment plan, spreading your payments over an agreed period of time if the course duration is longer than 14 weeks and costs more than £150. A £20 administration fee is payable for this service.

• 40%or50%ofthetotalfeeispayableatenrolment.

• Theremainderofthefeeispaidintwo further payments.

If you choose not to stage your payment, you could receive an early settlement discount on tuition fees providing you have enrolled and paid before the start of the course.

RefundsFees are normally non-refundable unless we cancel the course.


A levels and GCSEsGCSE Biology (Evening)AoneyearcoursedesignedforstudentswhoalreadyhaveaDgradeandneedtoachieveanA*toCgradeforfurtherstudy or employment.

Tue 6.30pm 13/09/11 30 weeks £0 £300 £0 2SEGCRA03R Level 2 £25

GCSE EnglishAoneyearcoursedesignedforstudentswhoalreadyhaveaDgradeandneedtoachieveanA*toCgradeforfurtherstudy or employment.

Mon 4pm 12/09/11 30 weeks £0 £300 £0 2SAGCRA07R Level 2 £47

GCSE English (Evening)AoneyearcoursedesignedforstudentswhoalreadyhaveaDgradeandneedtoachieveanA*toCgradeforfurtherstudy or employment.

Tue 6.30pm 13/09/11 30 weeks £0 £300 £0 2SEGCRB07R Level 2 £47 Thur 6.30pm 15/09/11 30 weeks £0 £300 £0 2SEGCRA07R Level 2 £47

GCSE Mathematics (Evening)AoneyearcoursedesignedforstudentswhoalreadyhaveaDgradeandneedtoachieveanA*toCgradeforfurtherstudy or employment. Only offered at Foundation Level to allow a C grade to be achieved.

Tue 6.30pm 13/09/11 30 weeks £0 £300 £0 2SEGCRA18R Level 2 £29 Thur 6.30pm 15/09/11 30 weeks £0 £300 £0 2SEGCRB18R Level 2 £29

A level P/TIn exceptional circumstances, it is possible to take a part-time A level programme i.e. one or two subjects. All applicants will be interviewed.

Various Various 13/09/11 33weeks Varies Varies Varies 2SDASSA00R Level3 N/A

AccessAccess to EducationThese are courses for adults who want to improve their reading, writing and number work to progress onto a Level 3 course

WedtoFri 9.30am 14/09/11 36weeks N/A N/A Freeforall 9BDFEFA00R Level2 N/A

Access to Higher Education Health PathwayAn intensive course to give people who want to progress to higher education the necessary qualification and progression pathway. This course can lead onto the study of midwifery, nursing and health related degrees.

TueandThur 6pm 06/09/11 36weeks £2,310 £475 £0 2AEAXGD00R Level3 £93



Access to Higher Education Psychology PathwayAn intensive course to give people who want to progress to higher education the necessary qualification and progression pathway. This course can lead onto the study of mental health, some science degrees or further psychology study.

Tue and Thur 6pm 06/09/11 36 weeks £2,310 £475 £0 2AEAXGE00R Level 3 £93

Access to Higher Education Social Work PathwayAn intensive course to give people who want to progress to higher education the necessary qualification and progression pathway. This course can lead onto the study of many courses including social science, law, social work and politics.

Tue and Thur 6pm 06/09/11 36 weeks £2,310 £475 £0 2AEAXGC00R Level 3 £93

Access to MusicAn intensive course to give people who want to progress to higher education the necessary qualification and progression pathway - Music.

Various Various Flexible 36weeks £0 £0 £0 9BDFEFB00R Level1/2 N/A

Art, Graphics and FashionCeramics - The BasicsA lively introduction to the material of clay! Students will be able to hand build, press mould, throw on the wheel and see some of the more experimental ways of using clay.

Tue 6pm 27/09/11 6 weeks £129 £129 £129 3AECYFC01R N/A N/A

Ceramics - Improve Your SkillsFor students with some experience, this course develops further skills, introducing advanced techniques for developing design ideas and practical work methods.

Tue 6pm 17/01/12 8 weeks £149 £149 £149 3AECYGE01R N/A N/A

Ceramics - Introduction to ThrowingThis course covers the basics of throwing and turning a cylinder and includes opportunities to practise followed by biscuit firing and glazing.

Thur 6pm 29/09/11 4weeks £110 £110 £110 3AECYFD01R N/A N/A

Ceramics - More ThrowingThis courses teaches students to adapt the thrown form to create a variety of pieces, including flat plates, bowls and jugs with handles and spouts.

Thur 6pm 02/02/12 6weeks £139 £139 £139 3AECYGD01R N/A N/A

Ceramics - Mould Making - Improving SkillsStudents will learn how to develop their own exciting design ideas and the skills required to create a mould to realise the ideas in clay.

Tue 6pm 24/04/12 6 weeks £129 £129 £129 3AECYGC01R N/A N/A



Art, Graphics and Fashion (continued)Ceramics - Paper Clay and SculptureAs a medium, more risks can be taken with paperclay and students on this course can experiment combining the clay with wire, cloth, and sometimes plaster!

Sat 10am 21/01/12 4 weeks £149 £149 £149 3AWCYGB01R N/A N/A

Ceramics - Slip Casting for BeginnersThis course teaches the mass production techniques of the Potteries and students can create their own pieces from a range of moulds, such as plates, cups, saucers, teapots and milk jugs.

Thur 6pm 26/04/12 3 weeks £89 £89 £89 3AECYFB01R N/A N/A

Creative Crafts - Casting and MouldingFor experienced students, this course explores the use of silicone and Gelflex to create rubberised moulds which enable the production of more detailed moulds and thefore end products.

Thur 6pm 26/04/12 6 weeks £129 £129 £129 3AECRGB01R N/A N/A

Creative Crafts - Kiln Formed Glass - The BasicsAn introduction to the beauty and potential of kiln formed glass. This course includes production of test pieces, exploring ideas and creation of one or more final pieces.

Thur 6pm 19/01/12 4 weeks £110 £110 £110 3AECRFA01R N/A N/A

Creative Crafts - Kiln Formed Glass - Improve Your SkillsOn this course, students experiment with fusing and slumping a variety of different glasses, explore making glass sculptures and possibly the use of lost wax casting and the production of a solid glass sculpture.

Thur 6pm 23/02/12 7 weeks £145 £145 £145 3AECRGA01R N/A N/A

Creative Printmaking - An IntroductionAn opportunity to begin exploring the possibilities within print. This course includes trying out dry point etching, lino cutting and silkscreen.

Tue 6pm 10/01/12 4weeks £110 £110 £110 3AEADFA03R N/A N/A

Creative Printmaking - Developing SkillsThis course builds upon the Introduction course enabling students to further explore aspects of print and develop their own style.

Tue 6pm 07/02/12 8weeks £169 £169 £169 3AEADFB03R N/A N/A

Design for CraftsThiscourseexplorestheskillsneededtocompleteapracticaldesignproject,exploringin2and3Dimensions,todevelopdesign ideas.

Tue 6pm 17/01/12 4 weeks £110 £110 £110 3AECRFB01R N/A N/A



2D to 3D - An Introduction to SculptureThiscourseteachesthebasicsoftranslatinganideafromadesigndrawingtoa3Dimensionalprototype,usingbothtraditional and modern techniques.

Thur 6pm 13/10/11 4 weeks £110 £110 £110 3AESRFA01R N/A N/A

Experimental Sculpture - Wood and Metal, includes weldingInourspecialist3Dworkshops,studentsmakecreativeandoriginalsculpturesfromtheirideas,creatingmaquettes/modelswhich will lead onto a final piece.

Thur 6pm 19/04/12 10 weeks £179 £179 £179 3AESRGB01R N/A N/A

Sculpture-Developing Skills-includes casting, resin casting and life castingThis course allows students to learn new techniques in mould making, casting and life casting.

Thur 6pm 12/01/12 10 weeks £179 £179 £179 3AESRGA01R N/A N/A

Fashion Design Stage 1 - The BasicsThis course allows students to explore drawing techniques and how to draw figures and learn how to research and translate ideas into fashion drawings.

Tue 6pm 15/11/11 4 weeks £145 £145 £145 3AEFTFB01R N/A N/A

Fashion Design Stage 2 - Developing SkillsThis course allows students to explore media and learn about different types of fashion drawings; flats, illustrations and designs to create a fashion portfolio. The course leads to an ABC Award qualification.

Tue 6pm 10/01/12 10 weeks £195 £195 £195 3AEFTGB01R N/A N/A

Fashion Drawing and Illustration Stage 1 - The BasicsThis course allows students to explore different media and use their creativity to illustrate ideas to produce exciting imagery of figures, garments and accessories.

Thur 6pm 17/11/11 4weeks £145 £145 £145 3AEFTFD01R N/A N/A

Fashion Drawing and Illustration Stage 2 - Developing SkillsThis course allows students to work on techniques and translate their ideas into a portfolio of creative fashion imagery.

Thur 6pm 12/01/12 10 weeks £195 £195 £195 3AEFTFE01R N/A N/A

Freestyle - Fashion FunFREE to students aged between 13 and 16. No prior experience is needed; just a deep interest in Fashion. Any work created in the sessions can be taken home at the end of the course.

Sat 10am 08/10/11 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3AWFTUA01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 04/02/12 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3AWFTUB01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 05/05/12 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3AWFTUC01R N/A N/A



Art, Graphics and Fashion (continued)Saturday Fashion SchoolFor students aged 14-16. This course teaches about the world of fashion and explores methods for presenting ideas including drawing techniques. Students can practise experimenting with different methods and materials.

Sat 10am 05/11/11 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3AWFTUD01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 25/02/12 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3AWFTUE01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 19/05/12 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3AWFTUF01R N/A N/A

Home Sewing and Simple Garment MakingThis course teaches about basic hand and machine sewing techniques and equipment to use with student’s own patterns.

Thur 6pm 12/01/12 10 weeks £149 £149 £149 3AEFTFC01R N/A N/A

Make a ShirtFrom start to finish from a simple pattern!

Sat 10am 05/11/11 5 weeks £115 £115 £115 3AWFTFB01R N/A N/A

Make a ShirtFrom start to finish from a simple pattern!

Sat 10am 24/09/11 5 weeks £115 £115 £115 3AWFTFA01R N/A N/A

Jewellery: An IntroductionThis course teaches the basics of creating glass jewellery which make excellent gifts for family and friends.

Tue 6pm 13/09/11 2 weeks £55 £55 £55 3AEJEFA01R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 10/01/12 2 weeks £55 £55 £55 3AEJEFC01R N/A N/A

Jewellery: Developing SkillsA follow-on course from ‘An Introduction’. Students have the opportunity to explore the use of more exotic glass to create beautiful jewellery.

Tue 6pm 27/09/11 8 weeks £129 £129 £129 3AEJEFB01R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 24/01/12 8weeks £129 £129 £129 3AEJEFD01R N/A N/A

Freestyle - Urban ImagingFREE to students aged between 13 and 16. No prior experience is needed; just a deep interest in creating images using photography, computers and drawing techniques .

Sat 10am 08/10/11 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3AWADUG01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 04/02/12 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3AWADUH01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 05/05/12 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3AWADUJ01R N/A N/A



Life DrawingA structured life drawing/painting environment designed to give technical guidance on such issues as proportion, perspective, line, gesture, tone and colour.

Tue 6pm 27/09/11 6weeks £129 £129 £129 3AEADUA02R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 31/01/12 6weeks £129 £129 £129 3AEADUB02R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 01/05/12 6weeks £129 £129 £129 3AEADUC02R N/A N/A

Life Drawing and SculpturePaperclay allows you to be more adventurous in building sculpture. This course uses Paperclay to create sculptures from life and from student’s drawings.

Sat 10am 10/03/12 4weeks £149 £149 £149 3AWADGA01R N/A N/A

Portfolio PreparationFor students aged 17-18 who are in their final year and will be applying for a full time creative course. This course helps students to put together the essential - a well prepared and presented portfolio.

Sat 10am 05/11/11 6weeks £90 £90 £90 3AWADUK01R N/A N/A

Saturday Art ClassStructured sessions allowing students to explore creativity through drawing, painting and screen printing. Including at least one trip to a London gallery.

Sat 10am 08/10/11 6weeks £149 £149 £149 3AWADUD01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 28/01/12 6weeks £149 £149 £149 3AWADUE01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 28/04/12 6weeks £149 £149 £149 3AWADUF01R N/A N/A

Saturday Art School - Urban ImagingFor Students aged 14-16. This course explores different methods of creating images, such as photography, drawing and painting, printing, graphics and computer based applications.

Sat 10am 05/11/11 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3AWFTUG01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 25/02/12 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3AWFTUH01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 19/05/12 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3AWFTUJ01R N/A N/A

Summer Art SchoolFor students aged 14-16. A week of fun exploring the student’s creativity through experimenting with different media.

MontoFri 10am 16/07/12 2weeks N/A N/A £139 3ADADUA01R N/A N/A

Summer DrawFor students ages 16-18. This two week intensive drawing course is for students who have completed GCSE or A levels. It develops analytical, experimental and versatile drawing skills needed for future careers.

MontoFri 10am 25/06/12 2weeks £140 N/A N/A 3ADADGA01R N/A N/A MontoFri 10am 09/07/12 2weeks £140 N/A N/A 3ADADGB01R N/A N/A



Business and Professional StudiesAAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting AATThe course covers the basic elements of double entry booking, costing and computerised accounts. It is relevant to those currently working in an accounting role or those looking for a change of career.

Tue 6.30pm 20/09/11 38 weeks £135 £1,251 £401 5BEACFB01R Level 2 £266

AAT Accounting Fast-track This is a one-off special offer combining Level 2 and Level 3 AAT qualifications for staff of all ages working in an accounting or financial environment.

Tues TBC 16/08/11 39weeks £0 £250 £250 5BDACFCP0R Level2&3 N/A

AAT Level 3 Diploma in AccountingThis is a practical course for students who have completed Level 2. The course covers core accounting documentation, including the initial trial balance through to the presentation of a set of final accounts for sole-traders and partnerships.

Tue, Thur 6.30pm 13/09/11 38 weeks £185 £1,400 £500 5BEACGB01R Level 3 £315

AAT Level 4 Diploma in AccountingThis course builds on the knowledge gained on the AAT Level 3 in Accounting. The AAT is the leading professional body for Accounting Technicians, so this qualification will help to open the door to a variety of well paid accounting roles.

TBC TBC 13/09/11 38weeks £165 £1,450 £382 5BDACHA01R Level4 £217

Award in Initial Text ProcessingThis course is an introduction to the skills and knowledge required to produce a range of short and simple business documents including the basics of touch typing.

Tue 6pm 27/09/11 10weeks £200 £200 £200 5BETPDA01R EntryLevel N/A

Certificate in Business Administrative Principles and PracticeThis course is appropriate for those working in an administrative role and wanting to achieve a recognised qualification in administration. The qualification is relevant to all occupational areas in which administrative support is provided.

Tue 6pm 20/09/11 34weeks £400 £400 £400 5BEBUFA01R Level2 £65

Certificate in Human Resource Practice (CIPD)This course provides a firm foundation in all areas of HR and an understanding of HR in a business context. Students can develop practical, relevant skills to become more effective in the workplace.

Tue 6pm 13/09/11 36 weeks £770 £770 £770 5MEPPGH00R Level 3 £50

ILM Award in First Line ManagementFor practising or potential first line managers, this course will give the foundation for formal development. It develops basic management skills and the knowledge required at this level.

Tue 6pm 11/10/11 8 weeks £265 £265 £265 5MEMGGA00R Level 3 £30



ILM Award in Team LeadingFor practising or aspiring team leaders, this course will develop basic team leading skills and students gain the knowledge required at this level.

Tue 6pm 27/09/11 8 weeks £150 £150 £150 5MEMGFA00R Level 2 £30

Social Networking for Beginners Learn how to set up and use Social Media sites like Facebook, YouTube and Twitter safely, enhance your social connections and get the most out of the web.

Sat 10am 17/9/2011 1day £60 £60 £60 5BWBUUA01R Level1 N/A Sat 10am 14/1/2012 1day £60 £60 £60 5BWBUUB01R Level1 N/A

Social Networking as a Business Tool Is your business tweeting yet? Learn how to manage Social Media such as Facebook, Twitter LinkedIn, YouTube and more to communicate your business messages online.

Sat 10am 19/11/11 1day £85 £85 £85 5BWBUUC01R Level2 N/A Sat 10am 21/1/12 1day £85 £85 £85 5BWBUUD01R Level2 N/A

Working in Customer ServiceA course for people looking to get into work providing an introduction to the skills needed to get a job in retail or customer service.

Various Various Flexible 2 weeks £275 £275 £0 9BSWSEE00R Level 1 N/A

Teeline ShorthandTeeline Shorthand is one of the easiest shorthand systems to learn and is designed to be effective for minute-takers, journalists and anyone who needs to take notes.

Tue 6pm 27/09/11 24 weeks £850 £850 £850 5BESHEA01R N/A N/A

Care, Childcare and HealthWorking in Caring for ChildrenThe course will introduce you to the skills you will need to get a job in Childcare.

Various Various Flexible 2 weeks £275 £275 £0 9BSWSEC00R Level 1 N/A

Working in Health CareAn introduction to the skills needed to get a job in the Care industry, includes food safety qualification.

Various Various Flexible 2 weeks £275 £275 £0 9BSWSEB00R Level 1 N/A

CACHE Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce (QCF)This course is for people working in an Early Years setting and looking to gain a qualification that is recognised in the sector. The qualification involves assesments in the workplace and employer involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks £825 £825 £85 4EDCCFA01R Level2 N/A



Care, Childcare and Health (continued)CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (QCF)This course is for people working in an educational setting alongside a teaching professional and looking to gain a qualification that is recognised in the sector. The qualification involves assesments in the workplace and employer involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £640 £0 4EDTEFA01R Level2 £100

CACHE Level 2 Diploma in Playwork (NVQ) (QCF)This course is for people working in breakfast, after school and/or holiday clubs and looking to gain a qualification that is recognised in the sector. The qualification involves assesments in the workplace and employer involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £640 £0 5EDCCFD01R Level2 £100

Level 2 Award in the Prevention and Control of InfectionThis qualification is aimed at those who are working or wish to work in the health sector. The course will focus on the principles of infection, prevention and control, causes and spread of infections, cleaning, decontamination and waste management.

Various Various Flexible 3weeks N/A £200 £0 5CDHEFK01R Level2 £21

Level 2 Certificate in Working in The Health SectorThis qualification is aimed at those who are working or wish to work in the health sector. The course will focus on communication skills, equality and diversity, health and safety and people and personal development in the health sector.

Various Various Flexible 3weeks N/A £220 £0 5CDHEFL01R Level2 £55

QCF Level 2 Diploma in HealthThis course is for people working in the health sector in an assistant level role and looking to gain a qualification that is recognised in the sector.The qualification involves assesment in the workplace and employer involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £1,300 £0 5CDHEFA01R Level2 £100

QCF Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social CareThis course is for people working in the health and social sector in an assistant level role and looking to gain a qualification. The qualification involves assesment in the workplace and employer involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £1,300 £0 5CDHEFB01R Level2 £100

Introduction to ChildmindingThis course is for people considering becoming a registered childminder.

Wed 9.30am 19/10/11 1day £275 £275 £275 5BDCCGA01R Level3 TBC Wed 9.30am 16/5/12 1day £275 £275 £275 5BDCCGA01R Level3 TBC

CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce (QCF)This course is for people working in an Early Years setting in a supervisory role and looking to gain a qualification that’s is recognised in the sector.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £1,600 £0 5EDCCGA01R Level3 £100



CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (QCF)This course is for people working in an educational setting supporting a teaching professional and looking to gain a qualification that is recognised in the sector. The qualification involves assesments in the workplace and employer involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £1,600 £0 4EDTEGA01R Level3 £100

CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Playwork (NVQ) (QCF)This course is for people working at a supervisory level in breakfast, after school and/or holiday clubs and looking to gain a qualification that is recognised in the sector.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £1,600 £0 5EDCCGD01R Level3 £100

QCF Level 3 Diploma in HealthThis course is for people working in the Health sector in a supervisory role and looking to gain a qualification that is recognised in the sector. The qualification involves assesment in the workplace and employer involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £1,600 £0 5CDHEGB01R Level3 £100

QCF Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social CareThis course is for people working in health and social care in a supervisory role and looking to gain a qualification that is recognised in the sector. The qualification involves assesment in the workplace and employer involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £1,600 £0 5CDHEGA01R Level3 £100

QCF Level 2 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce - Adult ApprenticeA course for people employed working with children and young people that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £800 £800 5CDHEFIP0R Level2 N/A

QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce - Adult ApprenticeA course for people employed working with children and young people that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £800 £800 5CDHEGIP0R Level3 N/A



Catering and HospitalityJunior Chefs’ Club - Reading (14-16 years only)For school pupils aged 14-16 wishing to learn about professional cookery.

Sat 9.30am 24/09/11 10weeks N/A N/A £150 5CWCTUB01R N/A N/A Sat 9.30am 14/01/12 10weeks N/A N/A £150 5CWCTUA01R N/A N/A Sat 9.30am 28/04/12 10weeks N/A N/A £150 5CWCTUC01R N/A N/A

Working in HospitalityAn Introduction to the skills you will need to get a job in Hospitality, including a food safety qualifiaction.

Various Various Flexible 2weeks £275 £275 £0 9BSWSED00R Level1 N/A

Certificate in General Patisserie and Confectionary - C&G DiplomaThis course covers the skills and knowledge to support a career as a pastry chef or to improve an individual’s cooking ability.

Tue 5.30pm 13/09/11 34 weeks £690 £690 £690 5CECTGFP1R Level 2 £30

Professional Cookery NVQ2 – C&G DiplomaYou will gain a high standard of cookery skills and learn other workplace essentials including health and safety in a professional kitchen.

Tue,Wed 9am 13/09/11 34weeks £0 £862 £62 5CDCTFB01R Level2 £62

Professional Cookery NVQ2 (FMA) – C&G DiplomaStudents will become employed apprentices and will gain a high standard of cookery skills and learn other workplace essentials which include health and safety in a professional kitchen.

Tue,Wed 9am 13/09/11 32weeks £0 £400 N/A 5CDCTFA00R Level2 N/A

Professional Cookery NVQ3 - Preparation and Cooking - Apprentice C&G DiplomaA course for experienced professional chefs wanting to enhance cooking standards. These qualifications can be achieved as part of an Advanced Apprenticeship in Professional Cookery.

Thur 9am 15/09/11 36weeks £0 £800 N/A 5CDCTGAP1R Level3 N/A

Professional Cookery NVQ3 - Preparation and Cooking - C&G DiplomaA course for experienced professional chefs wanting to enhance cooking standards. These qualifications can be achieved as part of an Advanced Apprenticeship in Professional Cookery.

Thur 9am 15/09/11 34weeks £0 £800 £0 5CDCTGB01R Level3 £75



Computing and ITAward in IT User Skills (ITQ) (QCF)The aim of this qualification is to recognise the application of a range of IT user skills, knowledge and understanding.

Tue 6pm 20/09/11 10 weeks £480 £480 £480 5IEITEA01R Level 1 £30

Construction and the Built EnvironmentCarpentry and Joinery for Your Home (Beginners)AcoursedesignedtogivestudentstheDIYskillstocarryoutrepairsaroundthehome.Deliveredinourfullyequippedworkshops.

Tue 6pm 08/11/11 5 weeks £160 £160 £160 6CECJEB00R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 06/03/12 5 weeks £160 £160 £160 6CECJEC00R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 08/05/12 5weeks £160 £160 £160 6CECJED00R N/A N/A

Decorating Skills for the Home AcourseforthosewantingtoimprovetheirDIYand/orbrushuptheirdecoratingskills.

Tue 6pm 08/11/11 5weeks £80 £80 £80 6CEPDEA00R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 06/03/12 5weeks £80 £80 £80 6CEPDEB00R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 08/05/12 5weeks £80 £80 £80 6CEPDEC00R N/A N/A

Working in ConstructionAn introduction to the skills needed to get a job in Construction, including opportunity to take the health and safety test.

Various Various Flexible 2 weeks £275 £275 £0 9BSWSEA00R Level 1 N/A

Working in Warehousing and StorageAn Introduction to the skills you will need to get a job in Warehousing and Storage.

Various Various Flexible 2 weeks £275 £275 £0 9BSWSEH00R Level 1 N/A

Introduction to Bricklaying SkillsAcoursedesignedtoallowpeopletoimprovetheirDIYskills.Ahandsoncourseinfullyequippedworkshopsdeliveredwithexpert tuition.

Tue 6pm 08/11/11 5 weeks £160 £160 £160 6CEBREA00R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 06/03/12 5 weeks £160 £160 £160 6CEBREB00R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 08/05/12 5 weeks £160 £160 £160 6CEBREC00R N/A N/A

Introduction to Plastering SkillsThiscoursewillcoverbasicplasteringskillsfromrendertofloatingandpatching.Deliveredinourfullyequippedworkshopwith expert tuition.

Tue 6pm 08/11/11 3 weeks £160 £160 £160 6CEPLEA00R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 08/05/12 5 weeks £160 £160 £160 6CEPLEC00R N/A N/A



Construction and the Built Environment (continued)Introduction to Wall and Floor Tiling SkillsThis course will cover wall and floor tiling with setting out, tiling to angles, sockets, around pipes and corners.

Tue 6pm 06/03/12 5 weeks £160 £160 £160 6CETLEB00R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 08/05/12 5 weeks £160 £160 £160 6CETLEC00R N/A N/A

Bench Joinery Level 2A two year course for people who are looking to work in the industry or have an employer and wish to improve their skills with expert tuiton.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,043 £143 6CDCJFB00R Level2 £143

Level 2 Diploma (only) in Bench JoineryA two year course for people who are looking to work in the industry or have an employer and wish to improve their skills with expert tuiton.

TBC TBC 12/09/11 72weeks £0 £965 £65 6CDCJFD00R Level2 £65

Site Carpentry Level 2A two year course for people who are looking to work in the industry or have an employer and wish to improve their skills with expert tuiton.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,043 £143 6CDCJFA00R Level2 £143

Level 2 Diploma (only) in Site CarpentryA two year course for people who are looking to work in the industry or have an employer and wish to improve their skills with expert tuiton.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 72weeks £0 £965 £65 6CDCJFE00R Level2 £65

Level 2 Diploma in Bench Joinery (Top Up)ThiscourseisforpeoplewhohavesuccessfullycompletedtheLevel1DiplomaandhavethenecessaryskillstogainaLevel2 in Bench Joinery.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £965 £65 6CDCJFH01R Level2 £65

Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying (Top Up)ThiscourseisforpeoplewhohavesuccessfullycompletedtheLevel1DiplomaandhavethenecessaryskillstogainaLevel2in Bricklaying.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £965 £65 6CDBRFB01R Level2 £65

Level 2 Diploma in Painting and Decorating (Top Up)ThiscourseisforpeoplewhohavesuccessfullycompletedtheLevel1DiplomaandhavethenecessaryskillstogainaLevel2inPaintingandDecorating.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £965 £65 6CDPDFB01R Level2 £65



Level 2 Diploma in Plastering (Top Up)ThiscourseisforpeoplewhohavesuccessfullycompletedtheLevel1DiplomaandhavethenecessaryskillstogainaLevel2in Plastering.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £988 £88 6CDPLFA01R Level2 £88

Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry (Top Up)ThiscourseisforpeoplewhohavesuccessfullycompletedtheLevel1DiplomaandhavethenecessaryskillstogainaLevel2in Site Carpentry.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £965 £65 6CDCJFC01R Level2 £65

OSAT Domestic Heating NVQ2On-siteassessmentandtraininginDomesticHeatingisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ2intheirplaceofwork. This qualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52 weeks N/A POA POA 6CMHVFA01R Level 2 £155

OSAT NVQ2 Certificate in Construction OperationsOn-siteassessmentandtraininginConstructionOperationsisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ2intheirplace of work. This qualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52 weeks N/A £919 £119 6CACNFA01R Level 2 £119

OSAT NVQ2 Diploma in Decorative Finishing and IndustrialOn-siteassessmentandtraininginDecorativeFinishingisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ2intheirplaceof work. This qualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £881 £81 6CAPDFA01R Level2 £81

OSAT NVQ2 Diploma in Formwork OccupationOn-siteassessmentandtraininginFormworkOccupationisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ2intheirplace of work. This qualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52 weeks N/A £919 £119 6CACJFA01R Level 2 £119

OSAT NVQ2 Diploma in PlasteringOn-siteassessmentandtraininginPlasteringisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ2intheirplaceofwork.Thisqualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52 weeks N/A £919 £119 6CAPLFA01R Level 2 £119

OSAT NVQ2 Diploma in Trowel OccupationsOn-siteassessmentandtraininginTrowelOccupationsisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ2intheirplaceof work. This qualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52 weeks N/A £881 £81 6CABRFA01R Level 2 £81

OSAT NVQ2 Diploma in Wood OccupationsOn-siteassessmentandtraininginWoodOccupationsisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ2intheirplaceof work. This qualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52 weeks £878 £878 £78 6CACJFB01R Level 2 £78



Construction and the Built Environment (continued)OSAT NVQ2 Diploma in WoodmachiningOn-siteassessmentandtraininginWoodmachiningisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ2intheirplaceofwork. This qualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52 weeks N/A £888 £88 6CACJFC01R Level 2 £88

OSAT NVQ3 Diploma in Decorative Finishing and IndustrialOn-siteassessmentandtraininginDecorativeFinishingisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ3intheirplaceof work. This qualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52weeks N/A £878 £78 6CAPDGA01R Level3 £78

OSAT NVQ3 Diploma in Occupational Work SupervisionOn-siteassessmentandtraininginOccupationalWorkSupervisionisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ3intheir place of work. This qualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52 weeks N/A £919 £119 6CACNGA01R Level 3 £119

OSAT NVQ3 Diploma in Trowel OccupationsOn-siteassessmentandtraininginTrowelOccupationsisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ3intheirplaceof work. This qualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52 weeks N/A £881 £81 6CABRGA01R Level 3 £81

OSAT NVQ3 Diploma in Wood OccupationsOn-siteassessmentandtraininginWoodOccupationsisawayforexperiencedworkerstoachieveanNVQ3intheirplaceof work. This qualification involves assesments in the workplace and the employer’s involvement.

Various Various Flexible 52 weeks N/A £881 £81 6CACJGA01R Level 3 £81 Various Various Flexible 52 weeks N/A £881 £81 6CACJGB01R Level 3 £81

Bench Joinery Level 3AoneyearcourseforpeoplewhohavecompletedtheirLevel2Diplomaandwishtoprogressanddeveloptheirskills.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,046 £146 6CDCJGB00R Level3 £146

Bench Joinery Level 3 Diploma (only)AoneyearcourseforpeoplewhohavecompletedtheirLevel2Diplomaandwishtoprogressanddeveloptheirskills.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £965 £65 6CDCJGD00R Level3 £65

Construction BTEC National - Level 3 Subsidiary DiplomaA one day a week course for those looking to gain technical employment in the construction industry, theory and practical units.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,318 £118 6CDCNNA00R Level3 £118

Apprenticeship in Bench JoineryA course for people employed in Bench Joinery that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBCJFB00R Level 2 N/A



Apprenticeship in BrickworkA course for people employed in Brickwork that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC TBC 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBBRFA00R Level 2 N/A

Apprenticeship in BrickworkThisrouteallowspeoplewithaLevel1DiplomawhogainemploymenttojointhesecondyearofaBrickworkApprenticeshipprogramme.

TBC TBC 12/09/11 24 weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBBRFB00R Level 2 N/A

Apprenticeship in Site CarpentryA course for people employed in Site Carpentry that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBCJFA00R Level 2 N/A

Apprenticeship in Painting and DecoratingAcourseforpeopleemployedinPaintingandDecoratingthatcombineslearningatcollegewithlearningintheworkplace.The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBPDFA00R Level2 N/A

Apprenticeship in PlasteringA course for people employed in Plastering that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBPLFA00R Level 2 N/A

Progression Apprenticeship in Bench JoineryThisrouteallowspeoplewithaLevel1DiplomawhogainemploymenttojointhesecondyearofaBenchJoineryApprenticeship programme.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 24weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBCJFD00R Level2 N/A

Progression Apprenticeship in Painting and DecoratingThisrouteallowspeoplewithaLevel1DiplomawhogainemploymenttojointhesecondyearofaPaintingandDecoratingApprenticeship programme.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 24weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBPDFB00R Level2 N/A

Progression Apprenticeship in PlasteringThisrouteallowspeoplewithaLevel1DiplomawhogainemploymenttojointhesecondyearofaPlastering Apprenticeship programme.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 24 weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBPLFB00R Level 2 N/A

Progression Apprenticeship in Site CarpentryThisrouteallowspeoplewithaLevel1DiplomawhogainemploymenttojointhesecondyearofaSiteCarpentryApprenticeship programme.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 24 weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBCJFC00R Level 2 N/A



Construction and the Built Environment (continued)Site Carpentry Level 3AoneyearcourseforpeoplewhohavecompletedtheirLevel2Diplomaandwishtoprogressanddeveloptheirskills.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,046 £146 6CDCJGA00R Level3 £146

Site Carpentry Level 3 Diploma (only)AoneyearcourseforpeoplewhohavecompletedtheirLevel2Diplomaandwishtoprogressanddeveloptheirskills.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £965 £65 6CDCJGC00R Level3 £65

Advanced Apprenticeship in Bench Joinery (Level 3)A course for people employed in Bench Joinery that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBCJGB00R Level 3 N/A

Advanced Apprenticeship in Brickwork (Level 3)An advanced course for people employed in Brickwork that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBBRGA00R Level 3 N/A

Advanced Apprenticeship in Site Carpentry (Level 3)An advanced course for people employed in Site Carpentry that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £375 N/A 6CBCJGA00R Level 3 N/A

Experienced Workers Practical AssessmentThisisaonedaypracticalassessmentwithaprofessionaldiscussionforexperiencedworkerstogainanNVQ.

Variable Variable Variable Variable TBC TBC TBC 6CAPDFBOIR - TBC Variable Variable Variable Variable TBC TBC TBC 6CABRFBOIR - TBC Variable Variable Variable Variable TBC TBC TBC 6CACJFBOIR - TBC

Engineering2D Design A’CadTheCertificateinComputerAidedDesigncanhelpstudentstofinddesign-relatedjobinthemanufacturing,architectureorengineeringsectors.They’lllearnabouttheprinciplesof2Dcomputeraideddesignaswellasgainnewtechnicalandbusiness skills to move on in their careers.

Tue 6pm 13/09/11 35weeks £656 £656 £656 6EEAUGC01R Level3 £106 Thur 6pm 15/09/11 35weeks £656 £656 £656 6EEAUGB01R Level3 £106



3D Design A’CadTheCertificateinComputerAidedDesigncanhelpstudentstofinddesign-relatedjobinthemanufacturing,architectureorengineeringsectors.They’lllearnabouttheprinciplesof3Dcomputeraideddesignaswellasgainnewtechnicalandbusiness skills to move on in their careers.

Tue 6pm 13/09/11 34weeks £656 £656 £656 6EEAUGA01R Level3 £106

BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in EngineeringThis one year practical, work-related course allowing students to learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £276 £76 6EDEGLA01R Level2 £76

NVQ Level 2 in Performing OperationsA qualification designed to cover the fundamental skills and knowledge common to all engineering practices, offering learners the chance to demonstrate competence a variety of engineering activities. This course meets the skill competence requirement of Apprenticeship programmes.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,183 £83 6EDEGFA00R Level2 £83

BTEC National Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical EngineeringThis course will give experience and a recognised qualification to assist students in pursuing a career in Mechanical Engineering.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,451 £151 6EDEGPB01R Level3 £151

BTEC National Level 3 Diploma in Electrical/Electronic EngineeringThis course will give experience and a recognised qualification to assist students in pursuing a career in Electrical/Electronics.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,201 £151 6EDEIPA01R Level3 £151

BTEC National Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in EngineeringThis course will give the experience and a recognised qualification to assist students in pursuing a career in Engineering.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,168 £118 6EDEGNA00R Level3 £118

Apprenticeship in EngineeringA course for people employed in Engineering that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £585 N/A 6EBEGFA00R Level 2 N/A

Advanced Apprenticeship in Electrical/Electronic EngineeringAn advanced course for people employed in Electrical/Electronic Engineering that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 72 weeks TBC TBC TBC 6EBEGPA00R Level 3 N/A

Advanced Apprenticeship in Mechanical EngineeringAn advanced course for people employed in Mechanical Engineering that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36 weeks TBC TBC TBC 6EBEGPB00R Level 3 N/A



Hairdressing and TherapiesAward in Ear Piercing - C&G 3003-92 Unit 217This qualification is about preparation for work . The unit is about providing ear piercing in a safe and effective way and covers all aspects of compliance relating to ear piercing treatments.

Thur 6pm 22/09/11 10 weeks £160 £160 £160 5HEHAFB01R Level 2 £30

Eyelash Perming - C&G 3003-92 Unit 218This course is about providing eyelash perming treatments in a safe and effective way and covers all aspects of compliance relating to treatments.

Thur TBC 12/01/12 10 weeks £160 £160 £160 5HEHAFC01R Level 2 £30

Gents Barbering C&G 3008 NVQ2This qualification is for those employed as an apprentice in the barbering industry and for qualified hair stylists who wish to extend their skills and knowledge in providing barbering services.

Thur 5.30pm 22/09/11 34 weeks £0 £608 £108 5HEHAFA01R Level 2 £108

Health and Safety in the Salon - C&G 3003-92 Unit 202This course covers all elements of health and safety for a salon.

Tue 6pm 20/09/11 10weeks £230 £230 £230 5HEHAFD01R Level2 £30

Anatomy Physiology and Pathology, C&G Level 3 DiplomaThis qualification is aimed at those who wish to understand the systems of the body and their common pathologies in regards to complimentary and beauty therapy studies.

Tue 6pm 20/09/11 34 weeks £530 £530 £530 5HEAPGA01R Level 3 £30

Aromatherapy, C&G Level 3 DiplomaStudents learn how to provide aromatherapy massage treatments and about the structure and main functions of the body, diseases and disorders of the body systems and all aspects of compliance relating to aromatherapy treatments.

Tue 6pm 22/09/11 34 weeks £830 £830 £830 5HEAMGB01R Level 3 £30

Hairdressing NVQ3 A course for experienced professional hairstylists wishing to enhance their standards of practical skill and knowledge. These qualifications can be achieved as part of an Advanced Apprenticeship in Hairdressing

Mon 9am 19/9/11 34weeks £0 £936 £136 5HDHAGA00R Level3 N/A

Award in Bridal Hair Styling - C&G 3002-81 Unit 311This qualification is for qualified stylists who wish to update their skills in creating bridal styles for women using a variety of techniques.

Tue 6pm 20/09/11 10 weeks £290 £290 £290 5HEHAGB01R Level 3 £30

Award in Colouring Hair - C&G 3002-81 Unit 306This qualification is for qualified stylists who wish to update their skill and knowledge to include a variety of colouring techniques to create a personalised colouring service

Tue,Sat 6pm 20/09/11 10 weeks £290 £290 £290 5HWHAGA01R Level 3 £30



Award in Cutting Women’s Hair - C&G 3002-93 Unit 304This qualification is for qualified stylists who wish to update their cutting skills to develop personalised looks.

Thur 6pm 22/09/11 10 weeks £290 £290 £290 5HEHAGA01R Level 3 £30

Award in Perming Hair - C&G 3002-81 Unit 308This qualification is for qualified stylists who wish to update their skill and knowledge to include a variety of winding techniques to create a personalised permanent curl service.

Sat TBC 14/01/12 6 weeks £310 £310 £310 5HWHAGB01R Level 3 £30

Award in Styling and Finishing African Type Women’s Hair - C&G 3002-81 Unit 315This qualification is for qualified stylists who wish to update their skills and knowledge in relation to styling and finishing African type women’s hair.

Sat TBC 14/01/12 6 weeks £310 £310 £310 5HWHAGC01R Level 3 £30

Body Massage Techniques C&G Level 3 DiplomaThis qualification is about providing full body massage and developing knowledge related to body systems and the theory and practice of massage techniques.

Thur 6pm 22/09/11 34 weeks £730 £730 £730 5HEMYGC00R Level 3 £30 Tue 6pm 20/09/11 34 weeks £730 £730 £730 5HEMYGA00R Level 3 £30

Indian Head Massage, C&G Level 3 DiplomaThis qualification is an introduction to the principles and practice of head and scalp massage to include massage of the head, scalp, neck and shoulders using a selected range of massage mediums.

Thur 6pm 22/09/11 20 weeks £430 £430 £430 5HEMYGE01R Level 3 £30

Reflexology Techniques C&G Level 3 DiplomaThis qualification is about providing reflexology treatments and developing knowledge related to body systems and the theory and practice of reflexology techniques.

Thur 6pm 22/09/11 34 weeks £830 £830 £830 5HERXGB01R Level 3 £30

Award in Hair Colour Correction - C&G 3002-81 Unit 410This qualification is for qualified stylists and covers the advanced skills necessary to determine and correct more complex colouring problems.

Sat TBC 24/09/11 10 weeks £580 £580 £580 5HWHAHA01R Level 4 £30

Apprenticeship in HairdressingA course for people employed in Hairdressing that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

Mon 9am 15/09/11 64weeks £0 £300 N/A 5HDHAFA00R Level2 N/A



Literacy, Numeracy and ESOLEnglish for Life These courses are ideal for adults who need to improve their skills for work or study purposes. No formal qualifications are required but students will be placed on the right level course following an assessment of their English.

Mon, Tue, Wed 11.15am Variable Variable FREE FREE FREE 9BDSLBB00R LevelE-2 N/A Thur 6pm Variable Variable FREE FREE FREE 9BESLBB00R Level E-2 N/A

Maths for Life These courses are ideal for adults who need to improve their skills for work or study purposes. No formal qualifications are required but students will be placed on the right level course following an assessment of their English.

Mon, Tue, Wed 9.15am Variable Variable FREE FREE FREE 9BDSLBA00R LevelE-2 N/A Thur 6pm Variable Variable FREE FREE FREE 9BESLBA00R Level E-2 N/A

Maths for Life (ESOL) These courses are ideal for adults who need to improve their skills for work or study purposes. No formal qualifications are required but students will be placed on the right level course following an assessment of their Maths.

Variable 1.15pm Variable Variable FREE FREE FREE 9BDSLBC00R LevelE-2 N/A

ESOL ThesecoursesareidealforpeoplewhohaverecentlymovedtotheUKandwanttoimprovetheirEnglish.Noformalqualifications are required but students will be placed on the right level course following an assessment of their English.

Variable Variable Variable Variable TBC TBC TBC 9LDESBA00R LevelE-2 N/A

ESOL Summer School Courses ThesesummercoursesareidealforpeoplewhohaverecentlymovedtotheUKandwanttoimprovetheirEnglish.Noformalqualifications are required but students will be placed on the right level course following an assessment of their English.

ESOL Summer School E1Mon,Tue,Thur 9.30am 02/07/12 3weeks TBC TBC TBC 2LDESAA00R LevelE/1 N/A Mon,Tue,Thur 9.30am 02/07/12 3weeks TBC TBC TBC 2LDESDC00R LevelE/1 N/A

ESOL Summer School E2Mon,Tue,Thur 9.30am 02/07/12 3weeks TBC TBC TBC 2LDESBH00R LevelE/1 N/A

ESOL Summer School E3Mon,Tue,Thur 9.30am 02/07/12 3weeks TBC TBC TBC 2LDESCC00R LevelE/1 N/A

English as a Foreign Language General English plus preparation for the Cambridge First Certificate, CAE and Proficiency. Classes take place on both mornings and evenings.

Variable Variable Variable Variable TBC TBC TBC 2LEEFEB00R Level E/1 N/A


English and MathsUpskill, gain a qualification and give your career a boost. All for FREE

Under 19 and wondering what to do next?•ImproveyourEnglishandMaths•GainaqualificationsinEnglishandMathsequivalentto

GCSE Grade C•Flexiblestartdatesthroughouttheyear•Studyfull-timeorpart-time

Over 19 and returning to study or looking for a new job?•Noentryrequirements•Nofees•Gainarecognisedqualification•Widechoiceofstartdates,daysandtimestofit

your schedule•CoursesareinvariousvenueinReadingincluding

community centres

Employers•Upskillyourstaff•FreeEnglishandMathstraininginyourworkplace

Contact us on 0118 955 4888 for more information

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)FREE courses in English

We have a course to suit everyone:Differentlevels Part-time, full-time Morning, afternoon, evening All courses prepare you for a recognised English qualification

Full-time 15 hours per week You study General English (ESOL Skills for Life), Skills for Work, IT

Part-time courses4-12 hours per week You study General English (ESOL Skills for Life) or ESOL for Work

ESOL for Work4 hours per week, afternoon and evening You study English to help you in your job or prepare you for a new job

Contact us on 0118 955 4888 for more information

English as a Foreign LanguageAll our courses are accredited by the British Council.

Part-time Courses (4 – 9 hours per week): General English plus preparation for Cambridge First Certificate, CAE and Proficiency. Classes take place on both mornings and evenings.

Full-time Courses (18 hours per week): IntensiveEFL–studyEnglishplusArtandDesign,BusinessEnglish,DramaorIELTSworkshop.

With learners from a range of different countries, you will study for an internationally recognised English Language qualification. You’ll also study some of the finest English literature, develop independent study skills and use our well-equipped libraries. The programme includes international evenings, parties and class trips. You can also join the Language Club where you teach a native English speaker your language and they’ll teach you English.


Media and PhotographyDesign Your Own WebsiteThiscoursewillcoverhowtocreateasimplewebsiteusingPhotoshopandDreamweaver.

Tue 6pm 27/09/11 4weeks £75 £75 £75 3EEGRFD01R N/A N/A

Web Design for Beginners - Distance LearningThiscourseisidealforthosenewtoWebDesignandwhowanttostudyfromhome.

Tue 6pm 20/09/44 12 weeks £90 £90 £90 3PYGRGA01R N/A N/A

Web Design for PhotographersThiscoursewillgothroughhowtodesignawebsiteusingPhotoshopandDreamweaverandwilltouchonCSS.

Tue 6pm 24/01/12 6 weeks £112 £112 £112 3EEGRFF01R N/A N/A Thur 6pm 26/04/12 6 weeks £112 £112 £112 3EEGRFG01R N/A N/A

Freestyle VideoA short course that introduces students to the skills needed to film and edit their own video projects. This is an ideal precursor to The Saturday Video Project. For 14-16 year olds.

Sat 10am 08/10/11 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3PWMDUD01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 04/02/12 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3PWMDUE01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 05/05/12 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3PWMDUF01R N/A N/A

The Saturday Video ProjectFollowing on from the introductory Freestyle video course, this programme will help to develop camera work and video editing skills. Aimed at 13-16 year olds, this course will culminate in the production of a short film.

Sat 10am 05/11/11 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3PWMDUA01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 25/02/12 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3PWMDUB01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 26/05/12 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3PWMDUC01R N/A N/A

How to Present Your Own Radio ShowAn exciting introduction to radio broadcasting, studying both the technical equipment and presentation techniques. The course will culminate in a live radio broadcast.

Thur 6pm 06/10/11 8weeks £112 £112 £112 3PEMDFC01R N/A N/A Thur 6pm 02/02/12 8weeks £112 £112 £112 3PEMDFD01R N/A N/A

Introduction to Practical JournalismLooking at both research skills, creative writing and journalistic practice, this exciting course will benefit budding journalists, bloggers and those interested in factual writing.

Thur 6pm 06/10/11 8weeks £112 £112 £112 3PEMDFE01R N/A N/A Thur 6pm 02/02/12 8weeks £112 £112 £112 3PEMDFF01R N/A N/A



Adobe Illustrator CS5 Stage 1An intensive two day course. This course will introduce a number of features of Adobe Illustrator and go through how to create vector-based graphics.

Mon,Tue 10am 13/02/12 1week £145 £145 £145 3EDGRGH01R N/A N/A

Adobe Illustrator CS5 Stage 2 - ABC AwardAn intensive three day course. This course will cover some in-depth features of the application and will require students to complete a number of assessed tasks.

WedtoFri 10am 15/02/12 1week £195 £195 £195 3EDGRGJ01R N/A £34

Adobe Photoshop 1 - The BasicsThis course will run through the basics which includes using layers, carrying out adjustments and basic retouching.

Thur 6pm 29/09/11 6 weeks £145 £145 £145 3EEGRFE01R N/A N/A

Adobe Photoshop 2 - Improve Your SkillsThis course leads to a qualification and is a follow on course from The Basics. It includes using selection tools, layer adjustments and cloning layer masks.

Thur 6pm 19/01/12 10 weeks £195 £195 £195 3EEGRGB01R Level 3 N/A

Adobe Photoshop CS5 Stage 1 - An intensive 2 day courseThis course will run through the basics which includes using layers, carrying out adjustments and basic retouching.

Mon,Tue 10am 24/10/11 1week £145 £145 £145 3EDGRGC01R N/A N/A Mon,Tue 10am 13/02/12 1week £145 £145 £145 3EDGRGD01R N/A N/A

Adobe Photoshop CS5 Stage 2 - ABC AwardAn intensive three day course. This course will cover some in-depth features of the application and will require students to complete a number of assessed tasks. This course leads to a qualification and is a follow on course from Stage 1.

WedtoFri 10am 26/10/11 1week £195 £195 £195 3EDGRGE01R N/A N/A WedtoFri 10am 15/02/12 1week £195 £195 £195 3EDGRGF01R N/A N/A

Graphic Design - An Introduction for New PractitionersIntroduces the fundamental concepts of graphic design and visual communication. Intended to provide a design basics toolkit for those working within design or working closely with designers.

Tue 6pm 17/01/12 8 weeks £149 £149 £149 3EEGRFB01R N/A N/A

Graphics - Produce Promotional Materials YourselfAn introductory design course which helps students to learn new skills, develop ideas and produce practical work with a purpose.

Tue 6pm 27/09/11 6 weeks £129 £129 £129 3EEGRFA01R N/A N/A

InDesign - An IntroductionThiscoursewillintroduceanumberoffeaturesofAdobeIn-Design;thiswillincludesettingupadocument.

Thur 6pm 03/11/11 6 weeks £145 £145 £145 3EEGRFC01R N/A N/A



Media and Photography (continued)InDesign - ABC QualificationThis course leads to a qualification and is a follow on course from An Introduction. It includes using selection tools, grid systems, use of text and images.

Thur 6pm 12/01/12 10 weeks £195 £195 £195 3EEGRGA01R Level 3 £34

InDesign - Stage 1Anintensivetwodaycourse.ThiscoursewillintroduceanumberoffeaturesofAdobeIn-Design;thiswillincludesetting up a document.

Mon,Tue 10am 24/10/11 1week £145 £145 £145 3EDGRGA01R N/A N/A

InDesign Stage 2 - ABC AwardAn intensive three day course. This course leads to a qualification and is a follow on course from Stage 1. It includes using selection tools, grid systems, use of text and images.

WedtoFri 10am 26/10/11 1week £195 £195 £195 3EDGRGB01R Level3 £34

Introduction to Video Editing using Final Cut ProUsingourstate-of-the-artmediasuite,thiscoursewillintroducestudentstocreativevideoediting,visualeffectsandDVDauthoring using Apple Final Cut Pro software.

Tue 6pm 04/10/11 8weeks £129 £129 £129 3PEMDFA01R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 31/01/12 8weeks £129 £129 £129 3PEMDFB01R N/A N/A

Photography - Train Your Gaze - Creative PortraitureRather than using prescribed ‘styles’ of photographic portraiture, students will be encouraged to creatively respond to set photographic situations or problems.

Sat 10am 01/10/11 8 weeks £112 £112 £112 3AWPTHB01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 28/04/12 8 weeks £112 £112 £112 3AWPTHC01R N/A N/A

Photography Stage 1 - The BasicsStudemts will gain a basic knowledge of compact digital cameras as well as basic uploading and postproduction techniques.

Tue 6pm 27/09/11 6 weeks £145 £145 £145 3AEPTEC01R N/A N/A Thur 6pm 19/01/12 6weeks £145 £145 £145 3AEPTED01R N/A N/A

Photography Stage 2 - Developing SkillsAppliedknowledgeofbasicDSLRtechniqueswithuseofimagemanipulationandpostproductionofdigitalimagesandrelevant output techniques. The Course Leads to an ABC Award in Photography

Thur 6pm 29/09/11 10 weeks £190 £190 £190 3AEPTGE01R Level 3 N/A Tue 6pm 17/01/12 10 weeks £190 £190 £190 3AEPTGF01R Level 3 N/A Thur 6pm 26/04/12 10 weeks £190 £190 £190 3AEPTGG01R Level 3 N/A



Photography Stage 3 - Studio PhotographyThis is an introduction to the principles and relevant theory of professional studio photography. Intermediate knowledge of DSLRPhotographyrequired.

Thur 6pm 26/01/12 6 weeks £155 £155 £155 3AEPTGA03R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 08/05/12 6 weeks £155 £155 £155 3AEPTGB03R N/A N/A

Photography Stage 4 - Advanced TechniquesA course for those who have a good knowledge of photography and want to develop their skills to a more professional level.

Sat 10am 10/03/12 4 weeks £129 £129 £129 3AWPTHA01R N/A N/A

Modern Foreign Languages•BeginnersPhase1coursesareforcompletebeginnerswtihlittleornopriorknowledgeofthelanguage

•BeginnersPhase2coursesfollowonfromBeginnersPhase1

•Pre-IntermediatePhase1coursesfollowonfromFrenchBeginnersPhase2andisforthosewhohavestudiedthe language for at least one year.

•Pre-IntermediatePhase2coursesfollowonfromPre-IntermediatePhase1

•IntermediatePhase1coursesfollowonfromPre-IntermediatePhase2andareforthosewhohavecompleted two years of study and seek a deeper appreciation of how the language works

•IntermediatePhase2coursesfollowonfromIntermediatePhase1courses.

French Beginners Phase 1 Tue 7pm 04/10/11 15 weeks £0 £200 £20 2LEFRBA00R Level E £20

French Beginners Phase 2 Tue 7pm 07/02/12 15 weeks £0 £196 £16 2LEFRBB00R Level E £16

French Pre-Intermediate Phase 1 Thur 7pm 06/10/11 15 weeks £0 £196 £16 2LEFREC00R Level E £16

French Pre-Intermediate Phase 2 Thur 7pm 09/02/12 15weeks £0 £198 £18 2LEFRED00R Level1 £18

German Beginners Phase 1 Thur 7pm 29/09/11 15 weeks £0 £200 £20 2LEGEBB00R Level E £20 Tue 7pm 04/10/11 15 weeks £0 £200 £20 2LEGEBA00R Level E £20

German Beginners Phase 2 Tue 7pm 07/02/12 15 weeks £0 £196 £16 2LEGEBC00R Level E £16

German Pre-Intermediate Phase 1 Tue 7pm 06/10/11 15 weeks £0 £196 £16 2LEGEEC00R Level 1 £16

German Pre-Intermediate Phase 2 Tue 7pm 07/02/12 15weeks £0 £196 £16 2LEGEED00R Level1 £16



Modern Foreign Languages (continued)Italian Beginners Phase 1 Tue 7pm 04/10/11 15 weeks £0 £200 £20 2LEILBA00R Level E £20

Italian Beginners Phase 2 Tue 7pm 07/02/12 15 weeks £0 £196 £16 2LEILBC00R Level E £16

Italian Pre-Intermediate Phase 1 Thur 7pm 06/10/11 15weeks £0 £196 £16 2LEILED00R LevelE £16

Italian Pre-Intermediate Phase 2 Thur 7pm 09/02/12 15 weeks £0 £198 £18 2LEILEF00R Level 1 £18

Japanese Beginners Phase 1 Tue 7pm 04/10/11 15 weeks £0 £210 £10 2LEJABA00R Level E £10

Japanese Beginners Phase 2 Tue 7pm 07/02/12 15 weeks £0 £210 £10 2LEJABB00R Level E £10

Japanese Pre-Intermediate Phase 1 Thur 7pm 06/10/12 15 weeks £0 £256 £16 2LEJABH00R Level E £16

Japanese Pre-Intermediate Phase 2 Thur 7pm 09/02/12 15 weeks £0 £180 £16 2LEJAEB00R Level E £16

Spanish Beginners Phase 1 Tue 7pm 04/10/11 15 weeks £0 £200 £20 2LESNBA00R Level E £20 Thur 7pm 06/10/11 15weeks £0 £200 £20 2LESNBD00R LevelE £20 Thur 7pm 02/02/12 15weeks £0 £200 £20 2LESNBU00R LevelE £20

Spanish Beginners Phase 2 Tue 7pm 07/02/12 15 weeks £0 £256 £16 2LESNBH00R Level E £16

Spanish Pre-Intermediate Phase 1 Tue 7pm 04/10/11 15 weeks £0 £196 £16 2LESNEH00R Level E £16 Thur 7pm 06/10/11 15 weeks £0 £196 £16 2LESNEJ00R Level E £16

Spanish Pre-Intermediate Phase 2 Tue 7pm 07/02/12 15 weeks £0 £198 £18 2LESNEK00R Level 1 £18 Thur 7pm 09/02/12 15 weeks £0 £198 £18 2LESNEL00R Level 1 £18

Spanish Intermediate Phase 1 Tue 7pm 04/10/11 15weeks £200 £200 £200 2LESNFD00R Level2 £0

Spanish Intermediate Phase 2 Tue 7pm 07/02/12 15 weeks £383 £383 £383 2LESNFE00R Level 2 £16



Motor VehicleMotor Vehicle Service and Repair Level 2ThisoneyearcourseisforstudentswhohaveachievedaLevel1Diplomaorhavesometradeexperience.Thiscourseprepares students for a carer in the motor trade and is equivalent to the second year of an apprenticeship.

Tue 9am 20/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,439 £89 6EDMVFF01R Level2 £89

Apprenticeship in Vehicle Body and Paint OperationsA course for people employed in Motor Vehicles that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC TBC 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £445 N/A 6EDMVFA00R Level2 N/A

Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance and RepairA course for people employed in Motor Vehicles that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

Mon 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £445 N/A 6EDMVFB00R Level2 N/A

Advanced Apprenticeship in Body Refinishing Level 3A course for people employed in Motor Vehicles that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC TBC 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £485 N/A 6EDMVGE00R Level3 N/A

Advanced Apprenticeship in Repair and ServiceA course for people employed in Motor Vehicles that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

Thur 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £485 N/A 6EDMVGF00R Level3 N/A

Advanced Apprenticeship in Vehicle Body and Paint OperationsA course for people employed in Motor Vehicles that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC TBC 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £485 N/A 6EDMVGG00R Level3 N/A



Music and Performing ArtsIntroduction to Music Sequencing using GarageBand and Logic ProUsingourstate-of-the-artcomputermusicsuites,thiscoursewillintroducestudentstoMIDIandaudiosequencingusingApple GarageBand and Logic Pro software.

Tue 6pm 04/10/11 8weeks £129 £129 £129 3PEMUFC01R N/A N/A

Introduction to Practical DJ-ing SkillsFrombasicbeat-matchingtechniquestomoreadvancedscratching,thisexcitingcoursewillcoverallaspectsofDJ-ing,fromthetechnicaloperationoftheequipment,topracticalDJskillsandrecordselection. Thur 6pm 06/10/11 8weeks £129 £129 £129 3PEMUFA01R N/A N/A Thur 6pm 02/02/12 8weeks £129 £129 £129 3PEMUFB01R N/A N/A

Freestyle - MusicA short course that introduces students to the skills they need to create their own music using music sequencing. This is an ideal precursor to The Saturday Music Project. For 14-16 year olds. Sat 10am 08/10/11 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3PWMUUA01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 04/02/12 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3PWMUUB01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 05/05/12 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3PWMUUC01R N/A N/A

Music Sequencing using Logic and ReasonFollowing on from our Introduction to Music Sequencing course, students will study more advanced sequencing techniques using Logic Pro and Reason.

Tue 6pm 31/01/12 8weeks £139 £139 £139 3PEMUGA01R N/A N/A

Performing Arts - Free Glee A short course that introduces students to some core performing arts skills. This is an ideal precursor to The Saturday Glee Club. For 14-16 year olds. Sat 10am 08/10/11 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3PWPAUD01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 04/02/12 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3PWPAUE01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 05/05/12 2weeks N/A N/A £0 3PWPAUF01R N/A N/A

Performing Arts: Cabaret EveningFocusing on several different disciplines (which could include dance, acting, physical theatre, devising, direction, singing, etc.), the group will develop a varied show that will be presented on the final evening of the course. Tue 6pm 04/10/11 8 weeks £129 £129 £129 3PEPAFA01R N/A N/A Tue 6pm 31/01/12 8 weeks £129 £129 £129 3PEPAFB01R N/A N/A

The Saturday Music ProjectFollowing on from the introductory Freestyle Music course, this programme will help to develop your music composition, production and recording skills. Aimed at 13-16 year olds, this course will culminate in the production of a compilation album.

Sat 10am 05/11/11 6weeks £90 £90 £90 3PWMUUD01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 25/02/12 6weeks £90 £90 £90 3PWMUUE01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 26/05/12 6weeks £90 £90 £90 3PWMUUF01R N/A N/A



The Saturday Glee ClubFollowing on from the introductory Free Glee course, this programme will help to develop your performing arts skills. Aimed at 13-16 year olds, this course will culminate in a group performance. Sat 10am 05/11/11 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3PWPAUA01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 25/02/12 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3PWPAUB01R N/A N/A Sat 10am 26/05/12 6weeks N/A N/A £90 3PWPAUC01R N/A N/A

Plumbing, Gas and HeatingIntroduction to Building Services Level 2This course is aimed at people who want to move into the Building Services industry. Areas covered include plumbing, heating, electrical, refridgeration, pipework and health and safety.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,003 £103 6CDHVFA00R Level2 £103 Tue,Thur 6pm 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £1,003 £103 6CEHVFC01R Level 2 £103

Heating and Ventilation Industrial and Commercial Technical Cert Level 2A course for people employed in Heating that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises your job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,003 £103 6CDHVFD00R Level2 £103

Industrial Commercial Heating and Ventilation Level 2A course for people employed in Heating that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises your job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £0 £1,156 £256 6CDHVFE00R Level2 £256

Domestic Heating Level 3 A course for people employed in Heating that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises your job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

Tue 9am 12/09/11 36weeks £1,414 £3,170 £3,170 6CDHVGC00R Level3 N/A

Apprenticeship in Domestic Heating Heating and VentilationA course for people employed in Heating that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises your job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

Tue 9am 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £475 N/A 6CBHVFB00R Level 2 N/A

Apprenticeship in Domestic Heating Level 3A course for people employed in Heating that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises your job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £475 N/A 6CBHVGC00R Level 3 N/A

Apprenticeship in Industrial Commercial Heating and VentilationA course for people employed in Heating that combines learning at college with learning in the workplace. The qualification recognises your job specific and more general skills and knowledge.

TBC 9am 12/09/11 36 weeks £0 £475 N/A 6CBHVFA00R Level 2 N/A



Preparation for Life and WorkStarting to Look for Work?We offer a range of courses to help you find a job, and best of all - they’re free!

Various Various Flexible 6weeks £165 £165 £0 9BDWSEA00R Level1 N/A

Updating Job Search SkillsThis course includes online application forms, CV writing and telephone interview skills.

Various Various Flexible 6weeks £165 £165 £0 9BDWSEB00R Level1 N/A

Teaching and TrainingPreparing to Support Learning This course provides an understanding of the role and context of providing learning support. No previous experience is necessary.

Mon 2pm 19/9/11 10weeks N/A £312 £312 9BDTEFA01R Level2 £38

Certificate in Learning Support (Literacy, Language and Numeracy) This course provides an understanding of the role, context and techniques in providing literacy, language and numeracy support. Employment as a support worker or volunteer work is required.

Mon 1.30pm 19/09/11 35weeks N/A £600 £600 9BDTEGA01R Level3 £75

Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement This course equips learners with the skills to assess in a vocational area.

Tue 2pm 20/09/11 18weeks N/A £656.50 £656.50 9BDAAGB01R Level3 £18.50

Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement The Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement is the relevant qualification for those wishing to assess learning which prepares learners in a vocational area in the Lifelong Learning Sector and in a work environment.

Tue 2pm 20/9/11 18weeks N/A £781.50 £781.50 9BDAAGC01R Level3 £18.50

Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment This course provides an understanding of the skills and approaches used when assessing in the work environment.

Tue 2pm 20/09/11 21weeks N/A £656.50 £656.50 9BDAAGA01R Level3 £18.50

Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice This course equips learners with an understanding of the process and skills used in internal quality assurance.

Thur 2pm 22/09/11 15weeks N/A £431.50 £431.50 9BDAAHA01R Level4 £18.50

Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice TheAwardintheInternalQualityAssuranceofAssessmentProcessesandPracticesistherelevantqualificationforthosewishing to become more familiar with internal assessment processes and practices.

Thur 2pm 22/9/11 30weeks N/A £681.50 £681.50 9BDAAHB01R Level4 £18.50



Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice TheAwardintheInternalQualityAssuranceofAssessmentProcessesandPracticesistherelevantqualificationforthosewishing to become more familiar with internal assessment processes and practices.

Thur 2pm 22/9/11 35weeks N/A £781.50 £781.50 9BDAAHC01R Level4 £18.50

Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) CELTA is an initial teaching qualification for people who would like to teach EFL (English as a Foreign Language) or ESOL (English to Speakers of Other Languages) either in this country or abroad. It is suitable for people with no experience of teaching;

Tue, Thur 4.30pm 11/10/11 20 weeks N/A £1,085 £0 2LACBHA00R Level 4 £115 Mon, Fri* 9am 16/04/12 9 weeks N/A £1,085 £0 2LACBHB00R Level 4 £115 Mon, Fri 9am 02/07/12 4 weeks N/A £1,085 £0 2LSCBHA00R Level 4 £115

* includes two Saturdays

Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector – PTLLS This course is suitable for people who would like to teach or who assess or volunteer in the Lifelong Learning sector. No experience of teaching is required.

Tue 6pm 20/9/11 10 weeks N/A £310 £0 9BETEGA00R Level 3 £40 Tue 6pm 21/02/12 10 weeks N/A £310 £0 9BETEGB00R Level 3 £40

Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector – CTLLS This course is suitable for people who provide teaching support or work as a trainer/instructor but do not have full responsibility for learning.

Tue 6pm 20/09/11 35 weeks N/A £624 £0 9BETEHA00R Level 4 £176

Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector – DTLLS This course is suitable for people who provide teaching support or work as a trainer.

Thur 1.30pm 22/09/11 35weeks N/A £600 £0 9BDTEHA00R Level4 £176


16 –18 and looking for a new start?

Foundation and Remix pathways in

Business and Retail IT Health and Social Care Catering and Hospitality Horticulture Sport and Leisure Construction Childcare Travel and Tourism Creative Arts Hair and Beauty

• Startdatesthroughouttheyear• Practical,work-relatedlearning• PathwaysincludeEnglish,MathsandICT• Workexperiencetohelpyoubecomeworkready• Studentsaregivenahighlevelofsupporttosucceed

For more information phone 0118 955 4888 (Foundation team) or speak with a Connexions Adviser.


Give your business the edgeLet Reading College support your business to gain skills for the future

We offer a rabge of Apprenticeships in the following areas:

Please call our Employer Services hotline 0845 467 6068 or Text APPRENTICE to 81400

[email protected]

•Engineering

•HairandBarbering

•HealthandSocialCare

•HeatingandVentilation

•Hospitality

•IT

•Management

•MotorVehicle

•Retail–Visual Merchandising

•SportandLeisure

•TeamLeading

•Accountancy

•BeautyTherapy

•BusinessAdministration

•ChildcareandTeachingAssistants

•Construction

•CustomerService



Indulge yourself in stylish and contemporary hair and therapy salonsBenefit from our wide range of competitively priced services and treatments in a professional and welcoming environment.

• Haircolouringandstyling

• Gentleman’sbarbering

• BeautyTherapytreatments

• ComplementaryTherapytreatments

All treatments are delivered by fully supervised trainee stylists and therapists during term-time

Appointments: 0118 955 4343

Opening September 2011


Treat yourself to lunch or dinner in our stylish, state of the art restaurantEnjoy freshly cooked food, served in a modern environment and experience the welcoming and friendly service.

•Seasonalmenus

•Healthyeating/specialdiets

•Dishesfromaroundtheworld

•Competitiveprices

All prepared on site and served by trainee chefs and waiters during term-time

Reservations: 0118 955 4444

Opening September 2011


FacilitiesIndustry standard facilitiesOur well-equipped vocational teaching areas provide a realistic working environment in which to hone your skills for your specific industry. Facilities include a technology centre, visual arts studios and workshops, performing arts studios, engineering workshops, training kitchens and salons.

Study Zone• Accesstoelectronicresources,databases,books,

newspapers,magazinesandCDs,videosandDVDs

• Studyspaceforindividualorsmallgroupwork

• Computerfacilitiesincludinge-mail,onlinedatabasesand other electronic resources with facility to reserve a computer up to seven days in advance

• Scanning,printingandphotocopyingfacilitiesarealso available

• StudyZonestaffwillhelpyoufindtheinformationyou are looking for and help with referencing and avoiding plagiarism.

IT resourcesInternet and e-mail facilities are available and free to all enrolled students, with over 500 PCs and Apple Mac’s across the IT suites. Every classroom has a dedicated PC and ceiling-mounted digital projector, and informal on-campus cyber cafés also provide open access to computers.

Food courtHot and cold food is available throughout the day from the food outlets and hot meals are available daily at lunchtimes. There are also vending machines for snacks and hot and cold drinks.

Digital Media CentreThe latest technology is available for students on art, design, music and media courses. The specialist computer suites include an impressive range of high specification Apple Mac digital imaging equipment and industry standard software packages.


Term datesAutumn termTeaching commences: Monday 12 September 2011

Catch-up week: Monday24–Friday28October2011

Catch up days: Wednesday14–Thursday15December2011

End of term: Friday16December2011

Spring termTeaching commences: Wednesday 4 January 2012

Catch-up week: Monday13–Friday17February2012

End of term: Thursday 29 March 2012

Summer termTeaching commences: Monday 16 April 2012

Catch-up days: Wednesday6–Friday8June2012

End of term: Friday 6 July 2012


Care to LearnIf you are a parent and aged under 20 when you start your course you could be entitled to financial help with your childcare and travel costs while you learn. To find out more speak to our advisers or visit the Care to Learn website at direct.gov.uk/caretolearn.

Professional and Career Development LoanAProfessionalandCareerDevelopmentLoancouldhelp you pay for learning that enhances your job skills or career prospects. It’s a bank loan, so you’ll have to pay it back once you’ve left your course, however, you don’t pay interest for the period when you’re in learning.

For more information call the helpline on 0800 100 900 or visit direct.gov.uk/pcdl

Money mattersLearner Support FundWe have a financial support fund specifically aimed atthoseHome/EUstudentswhoareonalowhousehold income or an income-based benefit and may have significant difficulty meeting the costs they incur whilst studying.

Please call us for details and an application form. Please note that help from this fund is not guaranteed. Awards are made on a first-come, first-served basis subject to fund availability so early application is recommended.

Learn for freePlease check page 6 to see if you qualify for free or reduced tuition fees.

Support with learningAdditional Learning SupportThe Additional Learning Support team helps hundreds of students each year who need extra help with Maths and English on Level 1 and Level 2 courses and also students with specific learning difficulties at all levels.

This additional learning support can include:

• literacyskills-reading,writingandcommunication

•numeracyskills

• supportforstudentswithspecificlearningdifficulties (e.g. dyslexia).

• studyskills:planningassignments,essaywriting,time management, research techniques and exam preparation

Support for students with disabilitiesWe are committed to ensuring that people with disabilities are treated fairly within a supportive teaching and learning environment and will make reasonable adjustments for you wherever possible.

If you have a disability and would like to discuss any support or adaptations you require, please call Bethan Webster on 0118 955 4566. Any additional needs you may have will be treated in confidence.

DeafstudentscancontacttheCommunicationSupportUniton01189554567(voice/text).

All students with disabilities are encouraged to make an appointment before the start of their course so that the necessary arrangements to meet their needs can be put in place. These could include:

•specialistequipment

•materialsadaptation

•specialexamarrangements

•additionallearningsupport

•CommunicationSupportWorkersfordeafstudents.


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Travel informationVisit us Kings Road Reading Berkshire RG1 4HJ Tel: 0118 955 4300 E-mail: [email protected]

Reading College is located at the edge of Reading town centre. The Kings Road campus is easily accessible from surrounding towns like Wokingham, Bracknell, Maidenhead and Slough.

TrainThere are regular train services into Reading Station from nearby towns and London Paddington. The Kings Road campus is approximately a 10 to 15 minute walk from Reading Station. You’ll find the latest train services and times at www.trainline.com or www.nationalrail.co.uk

Bus

Reading Buses and Arriva operate regular services that stop along the Kings Road.

Reading Buses; Routes 13, 14, 17. Arriva; Routes 800, 850. First Group; Route 190. Thames Travel; Routes 126, 127.

There is a preferential rate for students on some weekly travel tickets during term-time (including evenings and weekends). The latest times and routes can be found on the bus company websites: www.arrivabus.co.uk, www.reading-buses.co.uk or www.thames-travel.co.uk

Bike There is a large number of bike racks for students wishing to cycle to college.

Car Car parking is available to students who live more than four miles from the campus. Car parking permits are issued on a first come, first served basis, although spaces are not guaranteed. Special car parking spaces and access are provided for those with disabilities. The college is accessible directly from the A4 or the town centre. Junctions 10 and 11 of the M4 motorway are within easy reach. Further directions can be found on the college’s website. The Loddon Bridge park and ride buses stop just beyond the college at KingsRoad/Huntley&Palmers.

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