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British Sign Language Level 1 Award
Level 1 • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne, Cornwall College St Austell
This Level 1 Award is designed to teach learners to communicate with Deaf people in British Sign Language (BSL) on a range of topics that involve simple, everyday language use. They will gain basic skills and confidence in production and reception of BSL.
The specification has been designed using the UK Occupational Language Standards 2010 at Level 1.
Level 1 Award in British Sign Language is suitable for those who:
* want to learn basic language skills to communicate simple conversations with Deaf people
* want to learn new language skills as part of a programme of study
* want to progress to more advanced study and/or employment using BSL in the future
* are studying for personal development
* are parents, family, friends or colleagues of Deaf people.
This is an evening course and normally runs one evening a week from 6.00pm to 8.00pm for 32 weeks.
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Silver Stacking Rings Beginners Jewellery Workshop
No Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
During this one day workshop you will make a set of three silver stacking rings to wear yourself or give to someone as a gift.
Throughout the day you will learn basic jewellery techniques, such as sizing, soldering, filing, texturing and polishing.
This workshop is a great introduction to working with silver and can be followed by our Silver Jewellery Beginners course.
*** All our Silver Jewellery Courses and Workshops are now full for this term. But we suggest that you keep a regular eye on our website for any future courses which will be added as soon as the details have been finalised. ***
This is a FREE* workshop - apply for a place now.
* There will be a materials fee of £25.00 payable when booking.
* This workshop will be free for students who will be 19+ as of 31.08.21 and have not attended the workshop before. If you have already attended this workshop and wish to repeat it a fee will apply.
This workshop runs on a Saturday from 9.30am to 4.00pm.
Venue:-
Cornwall College Camborne
Trevenson Road
Pool
Redruth
TR15 3RD
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Learn To Use Your Sewing Machine - Sewing Workshop
No Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
Learn to use your sewing machine - bring along any make or model of sewing machine in good working order and your manual.
By the end of the workshop you should feel confident setting up and using your machine. As well as threading, you will learn how to sew seams, neaten edges and sew hems.
You will make and complete at least one simple product during the day.
For this workshop, as well your own sewing machine (in good working order) and manual, you will need your own sewing kit including scissors, pins, needles, tape measure, tailors chalk or other fabric marker.
You will also need to bring your own fabric, thread etc and you will be informed of the amounts nearer the start date.
This is a FREE* workshop - so book now so you don't miss out!
*This workshop will be free for students who will be 19+ as of 31.08.21 and have not attended the workshop before. If you have already attended this workshop and wish to repeat it a fee will apply.
This workshop runs on a Saturday from 9.30am to 4.00pm for 1 day.
Venue:-
Cornwall College Camborne
Trevenson Road
Pool
Redruth
TR15 3RD
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Beginners Guide To Digital Photography (Evening)
No Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
This course is aimed at beginners who will learn the basic use of a digital camera. With simple techniques to improve portraits, landscapes, travel photography, special occasions, and competition entries.
You will learn what the controls on your camera are for, and how settings can be used to give effects that can enhance your images. This will include an understanding of exposure and what settings combine to give the right results; what types of image file and colour settings are the best for your camera; basic control of natural, artificial and flash lighting and basic use of photo software; tips for improving the composition of landscapes, portraits, nature and close-up (macro) images.
Students are encouraged each week to try out what they have learnt and the photographs are viewed by the group the following week.
You will need your own digital camera for this course and if you already have one a tripod may also be useful.
This is a FREE* course - apply for your place now.
*This course will be free for students who will be 19+ as of 31.08.21 and have not attended the course before. If you have already attended this course and wish to repeat it a fee will apply.
This course runs on an evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm for 8 or 7 weeks.
Venue:-
Cornwall College Camborne
Trevenson Road
Pool
Redruth
TR15 3RD
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Internal Quality Assurance Of Assessment Processes And Practice City & Guilds Award
Level 4 • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
This Level 4 course is ideal for you if you are a practictioner who conducts internal quality assurance of the Assessment process, from within an Assessment Centre/ Organisation; by sample planning, monitoring and advising on the practice of assessors.
You can expect to work closely with at least two assessors, each with a minimum of two candidates of their own, through components of a qualification. You will meet with your Course Tutor/ Assessor regularly and build a portfolio of evidence.
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Ceramics/Pottery Intermediate (Evening)
No Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
This Intermediate evening course is suitable for those who have had some previous experience of pottery.
This course offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of processes inc. hand building, throwing, surface decoration and glaze application, while gaining or advancing your skills.
Through your personal projects there will be opportunities to develop existing skills and experience while learning new skills and techniques in a creative, relaxed atmosphere.
Materials are provided but please bring an apron or old shirt to protect your clothes and your footwear should not be open toed.
*** All our Ceramics/Pottery leisure evening courses are now full for this term. But we suggest that you keep a regular eye on our website for any future courses which will be added as soon as the details have been finalised. ***
This course runs on a Wednesday evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm for 10 weeks or 8 weeks (depending on the lenght of the term).
Venue:-
Cornwall College Camborne
Trevenson Road
Pool
Redruth
TR15 3RD
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Introduction to Working with Chocolate
No Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
Understand principles and the techniques used to temper chocolate. Then create chocolate spheres filled with chocolate mousse served with hot raspberry sauce.
This course will run from 09:00 to 15:30 and there will be a £10 fee for materials
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Classic Curries
No Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
Grind, blend and chop your way through classic curry pastes to produce your own authentic curries.
Week 1: Produce your own Thai green monkfish curry with fragrant rice.
Week 2: Beef Madras with flat breads & lentil dhal.
This course will run from 18:00 to 21:00 and there is a £15 fee for materials.
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Introduction to Cornish shellfish cookery
No Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
Navigate your way around the quality point, preparation methods, and cooking techniques to produce your own. Crab bomb (canape) prawns with gremolata (starter) selfish stew with rouille (main course).
This course will run from 9:00 - 15:30 and there will be a £15 fee for materials
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Tote Bag - Sewing Workshop
No Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
Make a useful reusable bag which can be used to carry or store a variety of things.
This is an ideal workshop for beginners through to experienced sewers.
For this Workshop you will need your own sewing machine (in good working order) and manual and your own sewing kit including scissors, pins, needles, tape measure.
You will also need to bring your own fabric, thread, lining etc and you will be informed the amounts etc nearer the start date.
This is a FREE* workshop - book now so you don't miss out.
*This workshop will be free for students who will be 19+ as of 31.08.21 and have not attended the workshop before. If you have already attended this workshop and wish to repeat it a fee will apply.
This workshop runs on a Saturday from 9.30am to 4.00pm for 1 day.
Venue:-
Cornwall College Camborne
Trevenson Road
Pool
Redruth
TR15 3RD
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Hairdressing Diploma (Evening)
Level 2 • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
If you are interested in a career in hairdressing, then this course will equip you with the latest knowledge and experience needed to work within this industry.
The purpose of this qualification is to develop your practical skills to a high level of occupational ability, this will enable you to perform your own hairdressing services.
As well as the practical knowledge that you will gain from working on the job, our team of industry trained professionals will guide you through the theory, offering their advice and demonstrating techniques.
Students on this course will also have the opportunity to work on reception, enhancing their work-based skills in customer service, product promotion and retail sales.
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Junior Tractor Driving
No Qualification • Part-time • Bicton College
Do you know a 13 – 15 year old who would like to learn how to operate a tractor?
This course covers health and safety awareness, basic maintenance, tractor driving and maneuvering, attaching and detaching implements, reversing and rules and regulations.
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Chainsaw Maintenance And Cross Cutting
Level 2 • Part-time • Bicton College
This course is the introduction to the suite of NPTC Certificate of Competence chainsaw qualifications.
The course runs every month for a duration of 3 days. Please contact us for information on dates and times.
You will cover the following:
Basic use and maintenance of the chainsaw
Current health and safety legislation and safety clothing (PPE) guidance
Fuel mixtures and lubricants
Power unit, safety features, recoil starter
Chain identification, bar maintenance, sharpening
Hot and cold start
Chainsaw handling and cutting techniques
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Safe Use Of Pesticides PA1 & PA6
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
This course is suitable for Farmers and Horticultural Growers.
The course will enhance your understanding of the subject, and enable you to legally spray your own land or that of your employer.
This course consists of two days of training followed by a one day assessment.
Day one is mainly classroom based and takes the form of a PowerPoint presentation which covers PA1. There will also be a practical demonstration of PA6.
The second day consists of a 1 to 1 on farm assessment to enable you to gain the required City and Guilds/NPTC Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides.
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Chainsaw Maintenance And Cross Cutting
Level 2 • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
This course is the introduction to the suite of NPTC Certificate of Competence chainsaw qualifications.
The course runs every month for a duration of 3 days. Please contact us for information on dates and times.
You will cover the following:
Basic use and maintenance of the chainsaw
Current health and safety legislation and safety clothing (PPE) guidance
Fuel mixtures and lubricants
Power unit, safety features, recoil starter
Chain identification, bar maintenance, sharpening
Hot and cold start
Chainsaw handling and cutting techniques
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Safe Use Of Pesticides PA1 & PA6
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
This course is suitable for Farmers and Horticultural Growers.
The course will enhance your understanding of the subject, and enable you to legally spray your own land or that of your employer.
This course consists of two days of training followed by a one day assessment.
Day one is mainly classroom based and takes the form of a PowerPoint presentation which covers PA1. There will also be a practical demonstration of PA6.
The second day consists of a 1 to 1 on farm assessment to enable you to gain the required City and Guilds/NPTC Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides.
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Dry Stone Walling
Level 1 • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
Develop your skills in dry stone walling with this two day course.
Dry stone walls are part of our heritage and an important and attractive way to define boundaries. Laying the stones without using mortar is an age-old technique which keeps the walls strong and stable.
You will undertake basic walling and be able to rebuild gaps in free-standing dry stone walls. Improve your awareness of safe working practices and the preservation of our wildlife and habitat.
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Telehandler Operating NPTC
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
During this course you will receive the training to aid you through the NPTC Telehandler certificate. You will lift loads of varying weight, work in restricted areas and cover work on slopes. There will be a keen emphasis on Health and Safety around telehandler operations.
This course is perfect for beginners or experienced users requiring the certificate of competence.
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Junior Tractor Driving
No Qualification • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
Do you know a 13 – 15 year old who would like to learn how to operate a tractor?
The course covers:
Health & safety awareness, basic maintenance, tractor driving & manoeuvring, reversing, rules and regulations. A great day for any of your younger drivers.
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Junior Tractor Maintenance
No Qualification • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
This course is suitable for 13-16 year olds who want to know a little more about maintaining tractors.
This course will cover:
General health and safety practice when working in a workshop and on machines.
Pre- use inspection including but not comprehensive, checking tyres, checking fluid levels, air filters and lights.
Changing fuel filters and how to bleed a fuel system.
Carrying out a full 150 hour service on a tractor following manufacturer’s instructions.
Completion of relevant records to meet health and safety requirements.
On completion you will be awarded with a Duchy College attendance certificate.
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Junior Tractor Driving
No Qualification • Part-time • Bicton College
Do you know a 13 – 15 year old who would like to learn how to operate a tractor?
This course covers health and safety awareness, basic maintenance, tractor driving and maneuvering, attaching and detaching implements, reversing and rules and regulations.
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Arborist Apprenticeship Standard (Tree Surgery)
Level 2 • Work-based • Bicton College
The arboriculture industry manages trees for their benefits and values in diverse urban and rural locations from city parks and urban woodlands, to country estates and private gardens. The industry manages trees adjacent to highways, railways, watercourses and power lines.
An arborist may progress to undertake inspections and surveys of individual and woodland trees, advising landowners on how to care for their trees, or teaching others about the benefits of carefully managing trees.
The work of an arborist involves diverse activities such as chainsaw work, aerial tree work, pruning, dismantling and using appropriate machinery such as brushwood chippers. Arborists can work for local authorities, private companies and many are also self-employed. Tree work can be physically demanding and involves working outdoors in all weathers.
While learning the practical side of arboriculture with your employer, you will also be required to attend college on a block release programme. While studying at Bicton College you can take advantage of the College’s estate, which houses an arboretum with veteran and specimen trees, machinery workshops, over 200 acres of extensive parklands and lots of opportunities for you to develop your arboriculture skills.
Do you live far from the college? No problem! Accommodation is available on site!
Prior to end point assessment you will need to achieve these qualifications:
*Traffic Management (NRSWA Unit 002 Signing, Lighting and Guarding) * Safe Use of Brushwood Chipper * Chainsaw Maintenance &Crosscutting Timber Using a Chainsaw * Felling & Processing Timber up to 380mm * Safe Use of Mobile Elevated Work Platform * Accessing a Tree Using Rope & Harness * Aerial Tree Rescue Operations * Use of a Chainsaw from a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) * Emergency First Aid * Aerial Cutting Using Free Fall Techniques *
All the above are included in the apprenticeship.
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Managing Safely Certificate IOSH
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College St Austell, Offsite
This course is for managers and supervisors/team leaders in any sector. It is designed to get managers up to speed on the practical actions they need to take to handle health and safety in their teams.
What will I do on the course?
Tutor lead modules involving interactive presentations games and exercises covering the following topics:
Introducing managing safely
Assessing the risks
Controlling the risks
Understanding your responsibilities
Identifying hazards
Investigating accidents and incidents
Measuring performance
Protecting our environment
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LPG Gas Training: Residential Park Homes (CONGLP1/RPH)
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
We provide full training and assessment for a wide range of LPG Gas qualifications. You may also undertake a refresher course or introductory training prior to assessment if needed in our state-of-the-art training facilities at Cornwall College Camborne.
Training is not a prerequisite to assessment, you may just book onto an assessment and certification programme.
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LPG Training: Changeover from Natural Gas (CONGLP1/PD)
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
We provide full training and assessment for a wide range of LPG Gas qualifications. You may also undertake a refresher course or introductory training prior to assessment if needed in our state-of-the-art training facilities at Cornwall College Camborne.
Training is not a prerequisite to assessment, you may just book onto an assessment and certification programme.
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LPG Gas Training & Qualifications
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
We provide full training and assessment for a wide range of LPG Gas qualifications. You may also undertake a refresher course or introductory training prior to assessment if needed in our state-of-the-art training facilities at Cornwall College Camborne.
Training is not a prerequisite to assessment, you may just book onto an assessment and certification programme.
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Safe Use Of Pesticides PA1 & PA2
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
This course is suitable for Farmers and Growers, or anyone that uses a Boom Sprayer as part of their work or employment.
The course will enhance your understanding of the subject, and enable you to legally spray your own land or that of your employer.
This course consists of one day of training, mainly classroom based and takes the form of a powerpoint presentation which covers PA1. There will also be a practical demonstration of PA2.
You will then have an on farm assessment to enable you to gain the required City and Guilds/NPTC Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides.
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Award In Felling Trees Up To 380mm
Level 2 • Part-time • Bicton College
The Level 2 Award in Felling Trees up to 380mm takes places over 5 days. The first 4 days consist of training and assessment is on the 5th day.
Applicants must be over 16 years of age and hold a valid NPTC Certificate of Competence: CS30 Chainsaw Maintenance. Proof of pre-qualifications must be emailed/posted to the college before the course start date as evidence.
Other awarding body qualifications must be submitted to check if they are compatible with this NPTC course.
During this course, you will study the following –
Organisation
Preparation of the work site
Risk assessment
Assessment of felling direction
Controlled felling techniques
Systematic and efficient de-limbing techniques
Correct lifting techniques and techniques in safe take down of hung-up trees
This course runs every month, please contact us for information on dates and times.
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Award In Felling Trees Up To 380mm
Level 2 • Part-time • Bicton College
The Level 2 Award in Felling Trees up to 380mm takes places over 5 days. The first 4 days consist of training and assessment is on the 5th day.
Applicants must be over 16 years of age and hold a valid NPTC Certificate of Competence: CS30 Chainsaw Maintenance. Proof of pre-qualifications must be emailed/posted to the college before the course start date as evidence.
Other awarding body qualifications must be submitted to check if they are compatible with this NPTC course.
During this course, you will study the following –
Organisation
Preparation of the work site
Risk assessment
Assessment of felling direction
Controlled felling techniques
Systematic and efficient de-limbing techniques
Correct lifting techniques and techniques in safe take down of hung-up trees
This course runs every month, please contact us for information on dates and times.
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Safe Use Of Pesticides PA1 & PA2
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
This course is suitable for Farmers and Growers, or anyone that uses a Boom Sprayer as part of their work or employment.
The course will enhance your understanding of the subject, and enable you to legally spray your own land or that of your employer.
This course consists of one day of training, mainly classroom based and takes the form of a powerpoint presentation which covers PA1. There will also be a practical demonstration of PA2.
You will then have an on farm assessment to enable you to gain the required City and Guilds/NPTC Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides.
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ATV Operations NPTC
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
During this course you will receive training to aid you through the NPTC ATV Certificate. The course covers Health and Safety, pre-use checks, operation over a range of terrain and use of a trailer.
This course is perfect for beginners or experienced users requiring the certificate of competence.
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ATV Operations NPTC
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
During this course you will receive training to aid you through the NPTC ATV Certificate. The course covers Health and Safety, pre-use checks, operation over a range of terrain and use of a trailer.
This course is perfect for beginners or experienced users requiring the certificate of competence.
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NCFE L2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Level 2 • Part-time • Cornwall College St Austell
If you wish to become a fully qualified counsellor, develop helping skills or if you are simply interested in the field of counselling then the NCFE Counselling Studies at Level 2 is your starting point qualification.
You can study with us at our Camborne Campus on a 15 week day course or a 20 week evening course. The day course will be held on Wednesdays 9.30am to 3.30pm and the evening course will held on Mondays from 5.00pm to 8.30pm. The cost is £510 for those who are self-funding however fees are waived for low income applications. We have two intakes in September and February/March, and all students who successfully complete their courses, from both intakes, will be able to progress to further counselling courses in the following September.
The course will introduce you to counselling theory, we will focus on the Person-Centred paradigm as this is the counselling approach which underpins all our counselling training at Cornwall College. You will get the chance to practice counselling skills with your peers and receive feedback from tutor observations. You will also learn about the professional boundaries and ethical standards that counsellors adhere to and the wide ranging opportunities that a career in counselling can offer.
Please note, that there is no automatic progression route between our courses. Each qualification requires a rigorous assessment process including an interview, and due to limited places, you may be placed on a waiting list or may not be successful on your first application.
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Chainsaw Maintenance And Cross Cutting
Level 2 • Part-time • Bicton College
This course is the introduction to the suite of NPTC Certificate of Competence chainsaw qualifications.
The course runs every month for a duration of 3 days. Please contact us for information on dates and times.
You will cover the following:
Basic use and maintenance of the chainsaw
Current health and safety legislation and safety clothing (PPE) guidance
Fuel mixtures and lubricants
Power unit, safety features, recoil starter
Chain identification, bar maintenance, sharpening
Hot and cold start
Chainsaw handling and cutting techniques
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ACS Gas Training & Qualifications: Domestic Gas Package (CCN1, CENWAT, HTR1, CKR1)
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
We provide full training and assessment for a wide range of ACS Gas Qualifications. You may also undertake a refresher course or introductory training prior to assessment if needed in our state-of-the-art training facilities at Cornwall College Camborne.
Training is not a prerequisite to assessment however and you may just apply for the assessment and certificate elements of these qualifications.
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Hairdressing Diploma (Evening)
Level 3 • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
This Level 3 course is designed to be a progression route for Level 2 hairdressers wanting to gain employment within the hairdressing industry and is aimed at learners wishing to further their existing hairdressing skills.
During this course you will be given the opportunity to train in one of our industry standard salons, work in a realistic environment and use the latest equipment, machinery and products within the industry.
Alongside this training, you will be required to complete work related experience within the industry to enrich your programme of study and gain employability skills. You are also required to complete course work and research in your own time towards completion of this qualification
Throughout this course you will learn a variety of advanced practical skills and the associated knowledge, which will develop your employment opportunities within the hairdressing industry. This is an intensive, knowledge-based course and enthusiasm and motivation are important if you wish to succeed on the course.
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Welding Courses (Including MIG, MAGS, MMA, TIG, Oxy-Fuel Gas, Gas Cutting & Fabrication)
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College St Austell
A variety of courses to gain an understanding of MIG welding, MMA and fabrication.
For further information on all of these courses, please contact our customer service team or register your interest below.
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Award In Tree Climbing & Rescue
Level 2 • Part-time • Bicton College
This training course is intended for those involved in tree climbing operations and leads to the NPTC Certificate of Competence to Climb Trees and Perform Aerial rescue. It does not involve use of a chainsaw, but covers the minimum requirement for a ground person working with a climber in arboriculture.
As aerial rescue is obligatory, those attending should have a ‘head for heights’.
Training takes place over the first 5 days with assessment on Day 6.
On this course you will identify functions and fitting of specialist equipment, use and tying of specialist knots, pre-climbing equipment checks; identification of hazards such as overhead cables, role of the climber and of the ground person, secure working position, climbing techniques, branch walking, use of supplementary anchor points, storage of equipment and regulations (LOLER, PUWER).
This course runs every month, please contact us for further details on dates and times.
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Award In Tree Climbing & Rescue
Level 2 • Part-time • Bicton College
This training course is intended for those involved in tree climbing operations and leads to the NPTC Certificate of Competence to Climb Trees and Perform Aerial rescue. It does not involve use of a chainsaw, but covers the minimum requirement for a ground person working with a climber in arboriculture.
As aerial rescue is obligatory, those attending should have a ‘head for heights’.
Training takes place over the first 5 days with assessment on Day 6.
On this course you will identify functions and fitting of specialist equipment, use and tying of specialist knots, pre-climbing equipment checks; identification of hazards such as overhead cables, role of the climber and of the ground person, secure working position, climbing techniques, branch walking, use of supplementary anchor points, storage of equipment and regulations (LOLER, PUWER).
This course runs every month, please contact us for further details on dates and times.
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How Plants Work (Botany And Physiology)
No Qualification • Part-time • Bicton College
Have you ever wondered how plants work and relate to their environment? Expanding your knowledge of plant function and form can help you to improve the growing conditions for your plants.
This course is ideal for anyone who is interested in the science of how plants grow and what they look like at a microscopic level.
If you are a new gardener or working in the industry this is an excellent opportunity to improve your knowledge of plant structures and how they work.
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Telehandler Operating NPTC
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
During this course you will receive the training to aid you through the NPTC Telehandler certificate. You will lift loads of varying weight, work in restricted areas and cover work on slopes. There will be a keen emphasis on Health and Safety around telehandler operations.
This course is perfect for beginners or experienced users requiring the certificate of competence.
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ATV Operations NPTC
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Bicton College
During this course you will receive training to aid you through the NPTC ATV Certificate. The course covers Health and Safety, pre-use checks, operation over a range of terrain and use of a trailer.
This course is perfect for beginners or experienced users requiring the certificate of competence.
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Willow Sculpture Reindeer Workshop
No Qualification • Part-time • Bicton College
Come and create your Christmas Reindeer in Willow (approx 1m high and .80 long) and take him home to keep!
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Land Based Forklift Truck Operations City & Guilds Award
Level 2 • Part-time • Bicton College
A practical course which meets the Health and Safety Executive requirements for this type of machine. The course promotes awareness of hazards in lift truck operation (rough terrain), machine capabilities/limitations, and develops operator skills with telescopic materials handlers. This qualification will appeal to those who use a forklift as part of their work in agriculture, horticulture or distribution and warehousing. It has been developed to cover the “basic training” requirements of the Approved Code of Practice for Rider Operated Forklift Trucks.
This does not replace any legal requirement for a driving licence.
Course includes :
Health and Safety at Work Act
Machine controls
Safe handling techniques
Daily maintenance checks
Brakes and braking
Manoeuvering with and without loads
Operating hydraulics and stacking procedures
This course runs once a month, for further information please register your interest below.
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Marine Outboard Motor Maintenance
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Falmouth Marine School
This 4 day course is designed to introduce people into basic maintenance and servicing of outboard engines from 4hp to 70hp 2 stroke and 4 stroke.
This practical course will enable the individual to complete all the checks and service requirements for an outboard motor
It will also enable you to understand and rectify systematic fault finding on E.F.I (electronic fuel injection) systems, gearbox removal and calibration, cam belt replacement and valve clearance procedures. The course will also cover engine theory and fault finding procedures/test procedures.
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Energy Efficiency for Domestic Heating
Level 1 • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
In order to take this qualification you must have one of the following:
Appropriate NVQ Level 3/BTEC or equivalent
Appropriate industry registration scheme e.g. Gas Safe Register or OFTEC-105E or equivalent
At least two years industry experience of installation of domestic heating and hot water systems currently un-certificated skills equivalent NVQ Level 3
At least two years industry experience of design and advice services of domestic heating and hot water systems at NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
This is a one day course and the content includes topics such as:
Benefits of efficient heating and hot water
Energy efficiency and the building regulations
The importance of boiler efficiency
The importance of an efficient hot water cylinder
Domestic heating and hot water controls and Commissioning
The training is designed to suit both experienced and new installers, and consists of a daylong workshop covering a range of topics, including new building regulations, climate change and high efficiency condensing boilers. This is followed by a 90-minute multiple-choice test, which if you pass, gives you the new certificate. We will also ensure you receive training material three weeks before the training for self study to be prepared for the training day.
This course is ideal for registered engineers who intend to provide energy advice in the home, develop additional energy advice-giving skills, understand fuel poverty, understand the importance of energy efficiency and how to refer householders for additional assistance. After the course you will be able to certify your own work under the Gas Safe Register.
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Principles Of Risk Assessment Award
Level 2 • Part-time • Cornwall College St Austell
This course is for anyone in a work environment as it raises learners’ awareness of the concept of risk assessment.
The Principles of Risk Assessment Award Level 2 was created in response to industry requirements for all employees to be aware of risks. Although not all employees will be expected to undertake risk assessments themselves, they may be asked to contribute to the process and will be expected to protect their own health and safety and that of others.
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Oxy-Fuel Gas Competence Training & Inspection
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College St Austell
This mainly practical course focuses on the essential knowledge and skills required when operating Oxy-Fuel Gas Equipment. This training enables the candidate to comply with legal obligations and current codes of practice.
This course is for those individuals that use compressed gases for welding, cutting and similar processes. Oxy/Fuel equipment should only be used by those who have had adequate training.
Upon meeting the criteria, after attending this course you will be able to operate Oxy-Fuel gas equipment safely and competently.
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Saturday Skills - Developing Pipework (Plumbing)
Level 1 • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
STARTING SOON – DON’T MISS OUT!
Enhance Your Trade Skills on Our Practical 5 Week Courses
Starting soon Cornwall College will be hosting another series of Saturday Skills Workshops. Perfect for anyone interested in either improving their DIY skills, or for existing trades people who are looking to enhance their careers.
Courses available include; plumbing, furniture making, plastering, brick and blockwork and bench joinery. On successful completion each learner will receive a college certificate.
Designed to meet the needs of both enthusiast and professional, the Saturday Skills Workshops will give you all the necessary knowledge and hands-on experience you need to gain useful new skills.
Developing Pipework (Plumbing):
Introduction to basic tools and their uses, cutting and soldering copper pipe, how to bend copper pipe, using capillary fittings, how to replace tap washers and pressure test a system, waste pipe assembly, checking and replacing radiators, how to install a washing machine and more.
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LPG Gas Training & Qualifications: Boats (CONGLP1/B)
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
We provide full training and assessment for a wide range of LPG Gas qualifications. You may also undertake a refresher course or introductory training prior to assessment if needed in our state-of-the-art training facilities at Cornwall College Camborne.
Training is not a prerequisite to assessment, you may just book onto an assessment and certification programme.
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ACS Gas Training & Qualifications: Fires (HTR1)
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
We provide full training and assessment for a wide range of ACS Gas Qualifications. You may also undertake a refresher course or introductory training prior to assessment if needed in our state-of-the-art training facilities at Cornwall College Camborne.
Training is not a prerequisite to assessment however and you may just apply for the assessment and certificate elements of these qualifications.
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Principles Of Manual Handling Award
Level 2 • Part-time • Cornwall College St Austell
This course is for anyone whose job or lifestyle involves moving loads and equipment, including lifting, lowering, pushing and pulling. This course provides theoretical and practical information about manual handling risks, hazards and their control.
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Land Based Forklift Truck Operations City & Guilds Award
Level 2 • Part-time • Bicton College
A practical course which meets the Health and Safety Executive requirements for this type of machine. The course promotes awareness of hazards in lift truck operation (rough terrain), machine capabilities/limitations, and develops operator skills with telescopic materials handlers. This qualification will appeal to those who use a forklift as part of their work in agriculture, horticulture or distribution and warehousing. It has been developed to cover the “basic training” requirements of the Approved Code of Practice for Rider Operated Forklift Trucks.
This does not replace any legal requirement for a driving licence.
Course includes :
Health and Safety at Work Act
Machine controls
Safe handling techniques
Daily maintenance checks
Brakes and braking
Manoeuvering with and without loads
Operating hydraulics and stacking procedures
This course runs once a month, for further information please register your interest below.
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Chainsaw Maintenance And Cross Cutting
Level 2 • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
This course is the introduction to the suite of NPTC Certificate of Competence chainsaw qualifications.
The course runs every month for a duration of 3 days. Please contact us for information on dates and times.
You will cover the following:
Basic use and maintenance of the chainsaw
Current health and safety legislation and safety clothing (PPE) guidance
Fuel mixtures and lubricants
Power unit, safety features, recoil starter
Chain identification, bar maintenance, sharpening
Hot and cold start
Chainsaw handling and cutting techniques
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Junior Tractor Maintenance
No Qualification • Part-time • Duchy College Stoke Climsland
This course is suitable for 13-16 year olds who want to know a little more about maintaining tractors.
This course will cover:
General health and safety practice when working in a workshop and on machines.
Pre- use inspection including but not comprehensive, checking tyres, checking fluid levels, air filters and lights.
Changing fuel filters and how to bleed a fuel system.
Carrying out a full 150 hour service on a tractor following manufacturer’s instructions.
Completion of relevant records to meet health and safety requirements.
On completion you will be awarded with a Duchy College attendance certificate.
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Internal Quality Assurance Of Assessment Processes And Practice City & Guilds Award
Level 4 • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
This Level 4 course is ideal for you if you are a practictioner who conducts internal quality assurance of the Assessment process, from within an Assessment Centre/ Organisation; by sample planning, monitoring and advising on the practice of assessors.
You can expect to work closely with at least two assessors, each with a minimum of two candidates of their own, through components of a qualification. You will meet with your Course Tutor/ Assessor regularly and build a portfolio of evidence.
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Leading The Internal Quality Assurance Of Assessment Processes And Practice City & Guilds Certificate
Level 4 • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
This course is suitable for you if you are a practitioner who Leads the Internal Quality Assurance Process, within an Assessment Centre/Organisation; and have a responsibility for managing the quality of the assessment process, practice and the performance of Assessors. They may also develop systems and lead on visits from outside agencies such as Awarding Organisations.
A one day induction to the course will cover the background knowledge and understanding aspects of the Award and the role as the Lead Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) you will be required to carry out.
Within the Assessment Centre, you will Lead the QA process and allocate work, within your own area of responsibility. As an IQA you will also be required to work closely with at least two assessors, each with a minimum of two candidates of their own, through components of a qualification. In your role as Lead IQA, you will also work with and co-ordinate with others from External Agencies i.e. Awarding Organisations, as well as meeting with your Course Tutor/Assessor regularly and build a portfolio of evidence.
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ACS Gas Training & Qualifications: Cookers (CKR1)
Professional Qualification • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne
We provide full training and assessment for a wide range of ACS Gas Qualifications. You may also undertake a refresher course or introductory training prior to assessment if needed in our state-of-the-art training facilities at Cornwall College Camborne.
Training is not a prerequisite to assessment however and you may just apply for the assessment and certificate elements of these qualifications.
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NCFE L2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Level 2 • Part-time • Cornwall College Camborne, Cornwall College St Austell
If you wish to become a fully qualified counsellor, develop helping skills or if you are simply interested in the field of counselling then the NCFE Counselling Studies at Level 2 is your starting point qualification.
You can study with us at our Camborne Campus on a 15 week day course or a 20 week evening course. The day course will be held on Wednesdays 9.30am to 3.30pm and the evening course will held on Mondays from 5.00pm to 8.30pm. The cost is £510 for those who are self-funding however fees are waived for low income applications. We have two intakes in September and February/March, and all students who successfully complete their courses, from both intakes, will be able to progress to further counselling courses in the following September.
The course will introduce you to counselling theory, we will focus on the Person-Centred paradigm as this is the counselling approach which underpins all our counselling training at Cornwall College. You will get the chance to practice counselling skills with your peers and receive feedback from tutor observations. You will also learn about the professional boundaries and ethical standards that counsellors adhere to and the wide ranging opportunities that a career in counselling can offer.
Please note, that there is no automatic progression route between our courses. Each qualification requires a rigorous assessment process including an interview, and due to limited places, you may be placed on a waiting list or may not be successful on your first application.
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