The Access to HE Diploma (Health Professions) equips students with a comprehensive understanding of health, biology, psychology and sociology, health professional practices and related fields. This course is designed to prepare students for Higher Education looking at entering careers in health, health sciences and related sectors. Students will acquire key knowledge, subject-specific skills, and transferable skills essential for success in these areas. The precise knowledge and skills will depend on the choice of units.

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The Access to HE Diploma (Midwifery) provides students with a solid foundation in midwifery and healthcare. It prepares them for higher education and careers in midwifery, equipping them with the knowledge, specific skills, and transferable skills needed to support women during pregnancy, childbirth, and postnatal care. Through a variety of units and practical experiences, students will gain a deep understanding of human biology, healthcare practices, and the psychological aspects of midwifery.

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The Access to HE Diploma (Nursing) provides students with an understanding of the essential elements required by the nursing profession. This course is designed to prepare students for Higher Education looking for careers in nursing and healthcare. Students will acquire key knowledge, subject-specific skills, and transferable skills essential for success in these fields.

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The Access to HE Diploma (Psychology) provides students with an understanding of core psychological theories, research methods, and counselling techniques. This course is designed to prepare students for Higher Education leading to careers in psychology, counselling, social work, and related fields. Students will acquire key knowledge, subject-specific skills, and transferable skills vital for success in these sectors.

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Ready to fast track your future in finance? Our short Bookkeeping course gives you the essential skills you need and a clear route straight into Level 3 Accounting.

This course is ideal for those starting a career, small business owners, or anyone planning further study in finance.

The course is taught using a blended model meaning you get the convenience of an online learning platform but the security of regular classes. Planned lesson onsite are every 2nd week, a timetable will be issued at the start of the course.

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Thinking about a career in finance but not sure where to start? Want to gain practical accounting skills that open doors to better opportunities?

The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting course gives you the solid foundation you need to take your first real step into the world of finance. You can study the course in person in the classroom over 1 academic year or online in the evening with planned lessons via teams and online self-paced learning. Whichever method you chose you will be required to attend college for exams.

On completion of the course, you will have gained foundation knowledge needed to progress into employment or further study.

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Thinking about a future in finance and want the next step that gets you closer?

You can choose to study this diploma face to face in a classroom or using a blended method. You will learn skills needed for a range of financial processes including maintaining cost accounting records, advanced bookkeeping, VAT tax returns and payroll and the preparation of financial statements.

On successful completion of this course, you can progress to Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting Studies and work confidently in a range of business and finance role.

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The Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting allows you to master complex accounting tasks and qualify for senior finance roles, are you looking to take the next step?

You will build on your existing knowledge, gain competencies in drafting financial statements for limited companies, recommending accounting systems strategies and constructing and presenting complex management accounting reports.

The course is delivered over 16 academic months in the classroom one day a week, you will also need to dedicate time to independent study. Students who have completed this course have gone on to successful accountancy careers.

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Every counsellor starts somewhere. Learn the skills, techniques, and self-awareness needed to progress to higher-level counselling qualifications. You can choose to study this course in the day or evening, classes are once a week, and the course is academic year. Fast track options are available.

You will develop a range of skills including:
• Psychodynamic theory
• Person-Centred theory
• CBT
• Establishing boundaries
• Ethical framework and anti-discriminatory practice

Once you complete our Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills, you’ll be ready to move on to Level 3 and take your next steps toward a rewarding career in counselling, social work, or another helping profession.

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Are you ready to advance your training and move one step closer to a future in counselling? Deepen your understanding, strengthen your practical skills, and build the confidence you need to support others professionally.

At Level 3 you will explore legal and ethical issues based on ethical framework for counselling and psychotherapy in a multi-cultural and diverse society. Learn about a range of counselling skills and understand which counselling skills are used professionally. Reflect on counselling theory, professional conduct, ethical issues, confidentiality, boundaries, legal responsibility, and negligence.

On successful completion of this course, you can progress to Level 4 Therapeutic Diploma in Counselling.

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Ready to take your counselling journey to the next level? If you’ve already completed Levels 2 and 3, this is the natural next step to deepen your skills and grow into the best practitioner you can be.

This is a 2-year course delivered in the classroom plus you will need to complete a minimum of 100 hours of formally contacted counselling with at least 5 different clients in an agency setting. You will be assed using a variety of methods, self-review to show development, weekly learning review, assignments, presentations, and an externally marked question paper.

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For help with signing up to the course please contact our Adult Education Admissions Team on 01772 642040.

Our Essential Digital skills course is Entry level and level 1 and is suitable for those with no digital experience or those with some experience of using digital devices and the internet but lacking secure basic digital skills. The course covers using devices and handling information, creating, communicating, transacting and being safe and responsible online.

Tuesdays, 9.30am-12.30pm.

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If English has ever held you back, this is your moment. Join a friendly, part time course built for adults just like you. Our Functional Skills course is designed for adults who want practical skills that make everyday life and work easier. You will develop skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. A Level 2 Functional Skills English qualification is recognised as an equivalent to a GCSE Grade 4 (C).

We offer 2 study options, daytime class or evening class. The course lasts 17 academic weeks and classes are once a week, plus extra study in your own time.

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Unlock opportunities with stronger maths skills. Whether it’s for work, study, or personal growth, this course opens doors in 17 weeks. You will develop practical maths skills which can be used in everyday life including:

• Calculating with positive and negative
• Fractions, percentages and ratio
• Measuring shape and space
• Statistics and presenting data

A Level 2 Functional Skills maths qualification is recognised as an equivalent to a GCSE. We offer 2 study options, daytime class or evening class. The course lasts 17 academic weeks and classes are once a week, plus extra study in your own time.

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The CIPD Foundation Qualification is the perfect starting point for anyone new to the people profession or working in a support role. It provides a solid, practical grounding in essential HR and Learning & Development skills, including recruitment, performance management, coaching, and mentoring. Ideal for early career HR or Learning & Development professionals. This qualification builds confidence, capability, and credibility, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to operate effectively and progress in your people career.

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