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Access to Higher Education Diploma – Nursing
Adults (19+)Ever dreamed of a nursing career but thought it would take forever? What if you could start in just a year?
Our Access to Nursing course course provides you with an understanding of the essential elements required by the nursing profession along with key knowledge, subject-specific skills, and transferable skills essential for success at university and beyond.
The course is delivered through a blended approach, combining tutor-led sessions in the classroom with elements of online learning also conducted on site over 2 days. After one year of study, you will be ready to progress to university with a level 3 diploma. You can receive 144 UCAS points if you achieve a distinction.
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Access to Higher Education Diploma – Paramedic Science
Adults (19+)What if your path to a career as a paramedic could start right now, with just a one-year course?
The Access to HE Diploma in Paramedic Science provides you with a comprehensive foundation in the biological and health sciences, preparing you for Higher Education leading to careers as a paramedic or emergency medical professional.
The course is delivered through a blended approach, combining tutor-led sessions in the classroom with elements of online learning also conducted on site over 2 days. After one year of study, you will be ready to progress to university with a level 3 diploma. You can receive 144 UCAS points if you achieve a distinction.
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Accounting - Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping
Adults (19+)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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Accounting - Level 2 Foundation Certificate
Adults (19+)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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Accounting - Level 3 Diploma
Adults (19+)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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Accounting - Level 4 Professional Diploma
Adults (19+)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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Accounts/Finance with AAT Apprenticeship Level 2
Apprenticeships (16+)An Accounts/Finance Assistant is an integral part of the team responsible for maintaining an efficient and accurate finance department within a business. The Accounts/Finance Assistant is responsible for assisting the team of accountants with junior book keeping and accounting duties. An Accounts/Finance Assistant’s work could include basic bookkeeping activities working with digital software such as Xero or Quickbooks, working with sales and purchase ledgers, running calculations to ensure that records and payments are correct, recording of cash and data entry. Accounts/Finance Assistants can work in almost any sector.
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Advanced Musicianship Programme UAL Level 3
School Leavers (16-18)Welcome to the Advanced Musicianship Programme at Runshaw College. This course is an opportunity for serious and gifted musicians to develop their skills in performance, production, composition, song writing and music theory. (Free instrumental tuition available).
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Applied Science BTEC Level 3
School Leavers (16-18)Over a two year course you will develop a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the areas of Chemical, Biochemical and Microbiological Laboratory Techniques, Genetics, Physiology and Applied Chemistry. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this course progress onto Higher Education or employment in the science industry. Applied Science covers all corners of science, dipping in to aspects of chemistry and biology, combining this with maths and industrial science.
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Assistant Accountant with AAT Apprenticeship Level 3
Apprenticeships (16+)An AAT Level 3 Accounting Apprenticeship equips you with practical skills to support a business’s financial operations. You’ll gain hands on experience in tasks like invoicing, reporting, journal entries, payroll, tax returns, and using digital accounting software. You’ll now work as an Assistant Accountant, helping businesses manage finances. Most roles are office-based, offering exposure to various industries and career progression opportunities. On completion, you’ll earn the AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting, paving the way to AAT Level 4 and further professional development.
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Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship Level 4
Apprenticeships (16+)Individuals will be responsible for providing Quality. This occupation is found in small, medium, and large organisations within the public, private and third sectors. Associate project managers work in all sectors such as government, retail, food and drink, infrastructure, education, charities, research, and banking. The working environment can vary from being in an office, on site, at client, and contractor’s locations and working remotely.
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Business Administrator Apprenticeship Level 3 (WBL)
Apprenticeships (16+)A Business Administration Apprenticeship will give you the knowledge, experience and essential skills required to enable the smooth day-to-day running of a business or organisation. You will learn and be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks, such as record and document production, emails and managing logistics. These duties will require you to work as both an individual or as part of a team. You will engage with different parts of your chosen organisation along with internal and external customers which will help you develop a wide range of valuable skills such as IT proficiency, communication, initiative and problem solving.
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Business BTEC Level 2
School Leavers (16-18)Learn about the important elements of enterprise in the world of business. Over a one year course you will develop a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the areas of Enterprise in the Business World, Finance, Marketing and Team Building in Business. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this course progress onto the Level 3 Business course.
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Business BTEC Level 3
School Leavers (16-18)Over a two year course you will develop a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the areas of Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Project Management and Leadership Skills. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this course progress onto Higher Education or employment in the business sector. Develop a real understanding of what is involved, both theoretically and practically, in becoming an effective business professional.
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Computing & IT BTEC Level 1/2/3
School Leavers (16-18)The Level 3 Vocational IT course is intended to give all learners a good grounding in a wide range of key topics and skills. The course is developed to provide progression opportunities to Higher Education, Employment or an Apprenticeship in the Digital sector. Additionally the learners who follow this course will develop a range of key productivity skills that will benefit them when progressing into further study or employment outside of a technical Digital discipline.
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