Oldham Lifelong Learning Service
Focus on
Lifelong Learning
Part time courses for adults 2016/2017
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Welcome to Lifelong Learning
You have just taken the first step on the pathway to learning
by choosing to read the Lifelong Learning prospectus.
This prospectus lists courses available to you and gives you
information about the centres we teach in and the support
services and facilities we provide. These are our pre-planned
courses. In addition, throughout the year, we offer other learning
opportunities in response to local need. A second edition of
Focus will be available in December.
We will help you gain the skills you need to get a job, move on
in your career, work within your community or perhaps start
your own business. Courses will also give you the opportunity to
develop or learn new skills as part of our community and family
learning programme.
We will support you at every step of your learning journey.
You can read about some of our learners’ experiences and
achievements alongside the information about the courses and
services we offer. All our learners are proud to say that they have
changed their lives by joining a Lifelong Learning course.
The Service’s commitment to you, and the high quality of delivery
were recognised in the recent Ofsted inspection, where we were
judged ‘outstanding’ across all categories.
I wish you every success and enjoyment in your studies.
Lynda Fairhurst
Head, Oldham Lifelong Learning Service
Mission Statement
To deliver high quality, accessible local learning opportunities which enable adults to realise their
potential and gain employment by developing their confidence, creativity, knowledge and skills.
Ofsted Inspection November 2015
Effectiveness of leadership and management: Outstanding
Quality of teaching, learning and assessment: Outstanding
Personal development, behaviour and welfare: Outstanding
Outcomes for learners: Outstanding
Adult learning programmes: Outstanding
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Contents
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Education and Training 31
Advanced Learner Loans
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Email and letter writing 42
Advanced Loan Bursary Fund
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Employability Skills 26
An awareness of child sexual exploitation workshop 25
Employability Skills 27
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Anger management 26
English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL) 32
Arts and Crafts 18
Enterprise in cake decorating 30
Arts and Crafts 20
Enterprise in catering 30
Art with nature 20
Enterprise in creative crafts 20
Award in education and training 31
Enterprise in sewing crafts 37
Award in mentoring, level 1 26
ESOL Skills for Life and Learning 33
Award in occupational studies (business administration) 42
ESOL Skills for Work 33
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Explore the role of teaching assistants 25
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Cake decoration | mixed ability 29
Exploring the early years foundation stage 25
Care, Education and Employability Courses 23
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Caring for children, L1 certificate 25
Family Learning 34
Check out health & social care 27
Fashion and Sewing Skills 36
Childcare, Early Years and Teaching Assistants 25
Fashion design and pattern cutting - beginners 37
Cognitive behavioural therapy 26
First award ICT 42
Concessionary fees
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Flower arranging 22
Cookery and Food Hygiene 28
Food safety in catering level 2 award 29
Cookery | Chinese and Thai 29
French intermediate conversation 49
Cookery | Christmas cookery 30
French middle intermediate conversation 49
Cookery | French And Italian cusiine 30
French transition to conversation 49
Cookery | Great British and Irish cookery 30
French, year 1 15
Cookery | healthy one pot recipies 30
French, year 1 49
Cookery | men's cookery 30
French, year 2 49
Cookery | pan Asian cuisine 30
Fused glass - creative/festive gifts* 20
Cookery | pennywise cookery 30
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Cookery | Spanish and tapas cookery 30
Gentle exercise 39
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Adult English and Maths
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Counselling and Communication 26
Courses in Adult English and Maths
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Creative art 20
Creative therapies 26
Crèche and childcare provision
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Customer service in the hospitality industry, level 1 26
CV workshop 27
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Developing an awareness of your own and others' wellbeing 27
Developing counselling skills 26
Developing skills to work in a school, L1 award 25
Discretionary Learner Support
District and Community Delivery
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DIY Home Improvements 22
Domestic violence | how to support victims 26
Drawing & painting 20
Drawing & painting | beginners 20
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German, introduction 49
German, move on 49
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Health, Care and Social Studies 27
Health, Fitness and Wellbeing 38
Hints and tips... 53
Home maintenance, DIY hints and tips for the home 22
Home maintenance, painting and decorating 22
Home maintenance, plumbing 22
Home maintenance, tiling 22
How to pay for your course
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How to read the course listings
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ICT presentations for employment 45
Information Communication Technology (ICT) 40
Interpersonal skills 26
Interview techniques workshop 27
Contents
Introduction to award in occupational studies (business administration) 42
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Introduction to computers 45
Retail skills, (Occupational studies, level 1 award) 26
Introduction to health & social care 27
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Introduction to ITQ 1 43
Introduction to ITQ 1 | Sage and spreadsheets 43
Introduction to ITQ 2 43
Introduction to ITQ 2 44
Introduction to Sage L2 44
Introduction to working in an early years setting 25
Introduction to working with children with SEN & disabilities 25
Introductory awareness of physical disability workshop 25
Introductory awareness of sensory loss workshop 25
Italian, introduction 49
Italian, move on 49
Italian, year 2 49
ITQ 1 43
ITQ 1 | Sage and spreadsheets route 43
ITQ 2 43
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Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people 25
Sage | L1 computerised accounts 44
Sage | L2 computerised accounts 44
Set up and use email 45
Sewing and fashion mixed ability 37
Sewing, Fashion, Dressmaking and Design 37
Sewing skills for beginners 37
Sewing skills for improvers 37
Skills for Jobs
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Spanish advanced conversation 49
Spanish intermediate conversation 50
Spanish, introduction 50
Spanish, year 2 50
Spanish, year 3 50
Supporting teaching and learning in schools, L2 certificate 25
Supporting teaching and learning in schools, L3 certificate 25
Jewellery making | beginners 20
Job searching workshop 27
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Watercolours 21
Welcome to Lifelong Learning 3
Languages 46
Learning Support
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Let's bake 30
Lifelong Learning Partnerships
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Lip reading 49
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Mediation skills 26
Wood sculpture 21
Working with individuals with learning difficulties, L2 certificate 25
Working with loss and bereavement 26
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Yoga for beginners 39
Yoga mixed ability 39
Mental health awareness, level 1 award 27
Mental health awareness, level 2 certificate 27
Models for cakes mixed ability 30
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Oil painting effects 20
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Pilates | first steps into pilates 39
Pilates | pilates for fitness 39
Portrait painting 21
Pottery - mixed ability 21
Preparing to work in adult social care, level 1 award 27
Preparing to work in adult social care, level 2 certificate 27
Preparing to work with children, (Occupational studies E3 Cert) 25
Pre-tenancy skills, level 1 award 26
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Welcome to our centres
You will be welcomed to our centres by staff who will help
you to choose your course, give information on support
facilities and work with you to enable you to reach your
goals. Courses are also taught in schools and community
centres across the whole of Oldham. Please note that
although we work to provide fully accessible learning, there
may be some locations in a school or community centre
where access is limited.
Crèches are available at three of our main centres and many
community locations to support daytime courses (subject to
minimum numbers). Crèche charges are shown on page 11.
Charges do not apply to Family Learning courses.
Coldhurst – This centre has an IT suite and a large hall in
addition to light and airy classrooms. There is a small
car park.
Failsworth – The Lifelong Learning Service is based in the
renovated Failsworth Town Hall. This building has been
upgraded and extended to a high standard with bright
modern rooms and facilities whilst still retaining many of
the original features such as stained glass windows and
period ceilings.
The Library is also based in this building which gives learners
easy access to books and research facilities.
In addition to classrooms and community space, there is
also a large function room which is available for hire.
Parking is available close to the centre.
Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre – This
exciting centre has superb facilities including IT suites,
wet and dry craft rooms and a well-equipped crèche. The
reception desk for the Lifelong Learning Service is located at
the back right hand side of the building beyond the Library
and Gallery main reception.
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Disabled parking is available in front of the centre – please
telephone to arrange access.
Public/pay and display parking is available:
• Adjacent to the Centre on the Southgate Street side
• Union Street parking spaces
• Spindles multi-storey car park
• Ten cycle racks are available on Greaves Street
adjacent to the building and four on Southgate Street in
front of Gallery Oldham
Pottery Centre – (Entrance – Firth Street) Pottery and
ceramics courses take place in the Pottery Centre at the
rear of the Lyceum Building. Public/pay and display parking
is available as detailed above at Oldham Library and Lifelong
Learning Centre.
Shaw – This centre is located in the heart of Shaw. An IT
suite and a large hall complement the classrooms. Parking is
available behind the centre.
Turf Lane, Chadderton – This busy centre includes a large
hall, light and modern classrooms and a teaching kitchen.
There is a car park behind the centre.
Werneth Park – Set in Werneth Park this building contains
an IT suite, a large hall and spacious classrooms. A lift gives
access to the first floor. The centre is just off the main route
to Manchester. There is a large car park within the park.
Information, advice, guidance and support
Every year thousands of adult learners join us at Oldham Lifelong Learning to start or re-start their learning.
Some want to learn new skills to get a job. Some want to gain new qualifications to help them obtain a job, progress in their
work, or make a change in their career.
Some want to improve their reading, writing, speaking, maths or computer skills because not having these skills is causing
them problems in the job market and in their everyday life.
We understand that many people joining us may not have studied for many years, and may not have had the best
experience of education in school. We strive to provide the right learning experience for adults as we work together to
provide a supportive learning environment to meet the needs of all our learners.
We can offer as much information, advice, guidance and support as you need, when you need it, including guidance from
The National Careers Service.
Enrolment: How to join a course
If you want to discuss course details and choices with specialist teachers and support staff then come along to one of our
advice and guidance sessions. These will all be held at:
Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre, Greaves Street, Oldham OL1 1AL
On the following dates:
Saturday 13th August 11am–2.30pm
Wednesday 17th August 4–7pm
Saturday 10th September 11am–2.30pm
Wednesday 14th September 4–7pm
At these sessions you will be able to:
• Discuss course details and choices
• Get advice about the programme of learning that best meets your needs
• Check your existing skills to inform your course choice
• Meet a member of the Learning Support Team to explore any additional support needs you may have
• Meet the Childcare Team who can advise on local childcare provision
• Meet an adviser from the National Careers Service who can give guidance on job and career options
• Enrol on a course which meets your needs
• Be signposted to other learning providers as appropriate
Enrolment for courses which need a skills check or interview
For some courses, mainly those with a qualification you need to meet a tutor for an informal interview or skills check before
you can enrol. These courses are identified in the course lists by the letter ‘I’ in the right hand column.
To arrange an appointment for your interview/skills check please ring one of the numbers listed below:
Care, Education and Employability
0161 770 1383
Languages
0161 770 2146
Education and Training
0161 770 2148
Information Communication Technology
0161 770 5805
English and Maths 0161 770 8020 or 8019
ESOL
0161 770 5187
Telephone and online enrolment
You can enrol for some courses by telephone or online. These are the courses that do not require you to have an interview
or a skills check.
By telephone: Ring any of our centres (see list on the back of the brochure).
Online www.oldham.gov.uk/lifelong
For both these options have your credit or debit card ready along with the details of the course and your personal
information.
You must pay the full course fee when you enrol, course fees are set out in each course list. Please note we cannot accept
telephone or online enrolments if you are entitled to a fee concession as we need to see proof of your concession. Further
information on fees and concessions is on page 52-53.
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Concessionary fees
Please note that you must provide proof of your entitlement to concessionary fees when you enrol. Information about
concessionary fees can be found on page 52-53.
Discretionary Learner Support
If you are experiencing financial hardship and have difficulty paying the costs of course fees, books, materials, travel or childcare
you may apply for financial support from the Discretionary Learner Support Fund. Please ask for further advice and information
and an application form when you enrol, or ring any of our centres and staff will be able to advise you on the process.
Advanced Learner Loans
You can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan if:
• Your course starts after August 2016 and is an eligible course at Level 3.
These loans help learners pay the course fees charged by colleges and learning providers. Getting a loan doesn’t depend on
household income and there is no credit check.
If you have a loan, repayments don’t start until April 2017 and you won’t have to pay anything back until you earn an annual
salary of over £21,000.
If you want to enrol on a Level 3 course with Lifelong Learning and are interested in applying for an Advanced Learning Loan
please contact Simon Bennett on 0161 770 1238.
Advanced Loan Bursary Fund
If you have an approved Advanced Learner Loan you may also apply to the associated Bursary Fund. You can apply to this
fund once your loan has been approved.
This fund can provide financial help to pay for things like travel, childcare, course materials, books and equipment. Please ask
for an application form after you have received your loan approval letter.
Learning Support
We are committed to inclusive learning and welcome all learners at Oldham Lifelong Learning Service. Our skilled and
experienced Learning Support team work alongside tutors to enable learners with additional support needs to access our
full range of provision.
The Learning Support department has a wide range of adaptive technology and equipment to use in all of our Lifelong
Learning centres.
Learning support can include:
• Alternative formats for course material and information e.g. large print
• In-class support for learners whose first language is not English
• Help with study skills
• Individual and group support in the classroom
Learning support can be provided for:
• Learners who are deaf or hard of hearing
• Blind and partially sighted learners
• Learners with dyslexia
• Learners with a mental health difficulty
• Learners with a physical disability
• Learners with a learning disability
• Learners with other individual support needs
Please talk to us before enrolling onto your course if you feel you might need additional learning support. This will help us to
make sure any equipment or staffing is in place for the beginning of your course.
If you want to bring your own support worker or personal assistant you must contact the Learning Support Team before
enrolling so they can check that all health and safety issues have been addressed before you start your course.
Learning Support Team
T: 0161 770 5545
E: [email protected]
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Your
 To provide consistency and transparency for learners
 To comply with quality standards
learning
journey
 To lead and contribute to Service improvement
In June 2016 the Service was re-accredited to the national government Matrix Standard in information, advice and guidance.
We work to this quality standard to make sure that we provide all learners with advice and guidance which meets their needs
and enables them to progress and achieve their goals.
The learning journey
Stage 7
Guidance about moving
on to other learning
opportunities.
Stage 1
Advice and guidance
before the course starts.
Stage 6
Achieving your goals.
Stage 2
Induction and introduction
to the course and centre.
This will take place over
the first few weeks.
Stage 5
Feedback from your tutor
about your progress. You
will receive regular
written and/or verbal
feedback.
Stage 4
Keeping a record of your
learning. You will be given
a diary log, Individual
Learning Plan to record
progress towards your
goals.
Stage 3
Initial assessment to find
your starting point. This will
help to set your individual
learning goals.
Matrix Standard of Quality
The Matrix Standard is the national quality standard for any organisation that delivers
information, advice and guidance on learning and work. In June 2016 the Service was
successfully re-assessed to the standard, which it has held since 2004.
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Crèche and childcare provision
There is a wide variety of childcare provision in Oldham. When you enrol with us we can tell you about all the childcare
options including the crèches which we run to support some of our daytime classes and our Family Learning courses.
Our crèches are open to children aged from six weeks to seven years. All of our crèches have qualified staff and we
follow the national standards for crèches. You will need to register your child(ren) when you enrol for your course.
Please note that crèches are subject to a minimum number of children attending and places are limited.
A crèche may be merged or closed if enrolments do not reach the minimum number within the first three weeks.
Please check that a crèche is available before enrolling for your course.
Crèche charges: £3.65 per child, per session if you are paying a full course fee.
• Free for all Family Learning courses.
• Free to concessionary learners on courses with codes beginning with V.
• Free to learners where there is a course specific concession, eg English and Maths
If you incur childcare costs related to your attendance on our courses you may be able to get financial support to
meet these costs through Discretionary Learner Support Fund.
Please ask for details at your advice and guidance interview or call into any of our centres and ask the reception staff.
Childcare Co-ordinator Stella Roberts 0161 770 8266.
Crèches are provided at the following centres:
Oldham Centre Monday to Friday morning and afternoon and Saturday morning
Werneth Park Centre Monday to Friday morning and afternoon
Coldhurst Centre Monday to Friday morning and afternoon
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Lifelong Learning Service
working in partnership to
Get Oldham Working
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Skills for Jobs
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Are you looking for a qualification?
Are you searching for a job?
Do you need to improve your existing work skills?
Do you need help with English and maths?
Would you like to improve your skills and confidence?
Oldham Lifelong Learning Service can offer you individual advice and guidance to help
you with your employment related needs. Some examples of courses include:
• Confidence building
• Enterprise skills
• English
• English for speakers of other
languages (ESOL)
• Interview skills
• Job Search skills
• Money management
• Skills for work
• CV writing
• Preparing to teach
• Business administration
• Supporting teaching and
learning in schools
• Communication skills
• Preparing to work in health
and social care
• Using Universal job match
• Childcare
• Interpersonal skills
• Volunteering
• Time management
• Counselling skills
• ICT skills for jobs
• Food Safety
• Email
• Computerised accounts
• Word processing
• Maths
Case study:
Charis Clancy and Wayne Baxendale
Couple Charis Clancy and Wayne Baxendale decided to embark on their
learning journey after successfully completing a taster course at Voluntary
Action Oldham. They were put in touch with tutors at the Lifelong Learning
Service and it was then that they decided to sign up for courses and change
their career paths. They enrolled on the Principles of Working with Individuals
with Learning Disabilities Level 2. Wayne also signed up for the Mental Health
Awareness Level 2. Thanks to the encouragement of their tutors they have
been able to get to grips with the work and their assignments have become
more creative. They have used the skills they’ve learned to create a portfolio
of work that is diverse and shows not just gained knowledge of the subject,
but an understanding of how to change knowledge into practical application –
which they can hopefully use in their future careers.
“This service has truly changed our lives, as cheesy as that sounds, it has given us focus, confidence, qualifications,
skills, and support. We have met people that have inspired us and made friendships. It has actually added an extra
dimension to our relationship as we now have a common interest in this subject and the practicalities of completing the
course. We both have plans to sign up for further courses in September, STLS level 2/3 and Charis cannot get her hands
on a Focus quick enough to sign up for art/ craft based courses.
People think education ends when you leave college or University, which is not the case. The Service works to provide
education opportunities to everyone in Oldham.”
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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District and Community Delivery
Working with communities
in partnership to:
• Consult and involve
• Identify needs
• Deliver learning
• Support parents and families
• Develop health and well-being
• Improve confidence and self-esteem
• Develop English and maths skills
• Develop employability skills
• Offer the chance to gain qualifications
• Provide progression to further
learning
• Improve digital and financial literacy
• Build confident communities
• Build bridges to employment
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As part of Oldham Council’s Co-operative ambition, we work with the Neighbourhood
and District teams to provide learning opportunities for local people. We make
our courses as responsive as possible to changing social and economic needs and
aspirations. We offer flexible provision tailored to meet the requirements of different
groups and individuals.
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If you are a member of a community organisation (voluntary or statutory) and would like to
work with us to promote community learning, please contact Karen Royle, Senior Manager
on 0161 770 8033 or email [email protected]
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Lifelong Learning Partnerships
We work in close collaboration with a range of partners across Oldham
to identify and deliver learning which makes a difference to people’s lives.
Partners include:
• Oldham Council District Teams
• The Oldham College
• Positive Steps Oldham
• National Careers Service
• Jobcentre Plus (JCP)
• Work Clubs
• Seetec
• Schools
• Libraries
• Children’s Centres
• Cancer support centre
• Local Businesses
• Action Together
• Remploy
• Acorn
• Health Commissioning Group
• Housing Associations
• GPs and Medical Centres
• Tenant Associations
Residents in Chadderton taking part in a free First Aid course
delivered by Oldham Lifelong Learning Service at Burnley Brow
Community School.
• Voluntary, Community and
Faith sector organisations
• Mind
• Oldham Development Academy
• Oldham Council Enterprise and Skills
• Oldham Council Workforce
Development
• Ingeus
• Upturn
How to read the course listings
Day of
Time of class
class
Course title
04/10/16
French, year 1
Start date
Shaw Centre
Where the
class is held
Tue
7-9pm
Full
Concessionary
course fee course fee
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£94.90
Number of
sessions
£31.20
CC164-0116
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Class code
Reference Key
O Online enrolment available at www.oldham.gov.uk/lifelong
I Interview required
* Materials are included
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Adult English and Maths
Our classes offer you the chance to brush up on your English or Maths skills and gain nationally
recognised qualifications up to Level 2. These provide stepping stones towards a GCSE which we offer
in both English Language and Maths. We offer a range of courses and qualifications to suit your needs
and gain skills to improve your employment prospects at a pace and time to suit you.
Before joining a class, you will need a skills check to make sure that you enter at the right level of study
for you. Skills checks are held frequently throughout the year. You can request an individual meeting or
join our regular skills check sessions.
All English and Maths courses are free.
T: 0161 770 8020/8019 for information and to book your skills check.
We offer a variety of ways to learn.
Courses and skills checks are held at Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre and other
venues across the borough throughout the year.
To find the nearest or most convenient course and start date for you, or to book your skills
check, please ring T: 0161 770 8020/8019/8030 and ask for a member of the English and
maths team.
Case study: Lesley Reece
Lesley’s life changed completely when she made her
first tentative steps in to a Lifelong Learning jewellerymaking class. She suffered from agoraphobia for
several years and had never left the house. She was
frightened at first but quickly joined other courses such
as Pottery and Mental Health Awareness. Lesley had
always written poetry and in September 2015 took the
brave step to join Functional Skills English and Maths.
Her friends are amazed at the change in her – they say
that she’s like a different person. She is now a volunteer
at Inspire Women’s Centre in Oldham, helping women
during difficult times in their lives. Lesley has had poetry
published and is looking forward to returning to her
former career of working with children with special needs.
With the help of Oldham Lifelong Learning, Lesley has
overcome adversity, taken small steps into learning,
progressed on to Functional Skills English and Maths,
volunteering and moving on to GCSEs and employment.
She is an inspiration to anyone wanting to change and
move on with their lives.
“It’s been amazing how quickly I took to English and
Maths and it has been the highlight of my week ever
since. I’ve passed Level 2 in both and I’m now on the
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Pre-GCSE English course and will be embarking on
GCSE English in September. The change in me has been
massive and my confidence has grown week after week.
I’ve now enrolled on other short courses and I’ve really
come out of my shell.”
Courses in Adult English and Maths
All courses lead to national qualifications
Type of course
Foundation Functional Skills (Entry 1 or Entry 2)
English/Maths
1 session
2 sessions
per week
✔
Improve your skills and confidence in English and/or Maths and gain a
qualification that will prepare you for progression to the next level.
Intermediate Functional Skills (Entry 3 or Level 1)
English/Maths
✔
✔
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These courses prepare you for an Entry 3 or Level 1 qualification and for
progression on to Level 1 or 2.
Intermediate English
Explore different types of writing, improve and widen your reading and improve
your general communication skills.
Gain confidence with writing, presentation skills and skills to improve employment
prospects.
Learn how to write letters and emails effectively and fill in forms with confidence.
Intermediate Maths
Improve your Maths skills for life and work. If you need to build your confidence
and brush up on maths techniques then this course will be for you.
Move On Functional Skills (Level 2)
English/Maths
A course at this level of English and/or maths will give you the opportunity to
achieve a qualification at Level 2. Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths are
often necessary to progress onto a range of professional training or employment.
Skills Focus for English/Maths
These courses will help with your studies and are designed as bridging courses
between levels/gaps in your learning.
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GCSE English Language/Maths
For established English or Maths learners that have achieved Level 2. An interview
is required before starting this course.
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For further information contact: 0161 770 8020/8019 or Email: [email protected]
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Arts and Crafts
Come along and enrol
on one of many Arts and
Crafts courses to develop
or improve a unique and
individual creative style.
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For further information on these courses:
T: 0161 770 8268
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
Art courses
Drawing, painting and creative art courses cover art in the
broader sense and use a multitude of mediums to inspire,
motivate and bring out your individual and creative style.
Jewellery making - beginners
Learn the skills and techniques to make beautiful jewellery
and make a range of individual items to use as gifts or wear
as fashion accessories.
Craft courses
Learn woodcarving and glass fusion skills to create bespoke
items with our glass workshops and wood sculpture
courses. Gain enjoyment and pleasure from participating in
these classes and working on individual projects.
Choosing the correct level for you
Beginners’ courses are aimed at the first time
learner and learners who want to revisit skills. You
are given support and guidance through the basic
core skills set required for your chosen craft.
Mixed ability courses are aimed at learners who
have some skills in their chosen craft who want
to explore new techniques to move onto more
challenging learning.
For further information on any
Arts and Crafts courses:
T: 0161 770 8268
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected].
DIY
Learn the ‘tricks of the trade’ and do some simple home
improvements. Why spend money on expensive tradesmen
when you can learn to do your own simple repairs and
refurbishments?
Flower arranging
Develop the necessary skills to combine colour, texture and
design elements to create beautiful floral arrangements.
Create contemporary floral displays with a ‘wow’ factor.
Pottery courses
Join a class in our purpose-built pottery centre to learn a
number of useful pottery skills and techniques. Design and
decorate your own bespoke work.
Workshops and short courses
We have a range of exciting workshops and short
specialised courses you can enrol on. These are DIY, fused
glass and themed art courses. These courses are themed
around a variety of crafts and will introduce you to new skills
and techniques to complement your learning experience
and develop interests in other crafts.
Enterprise courses
These tailored courses are suitable for budding
entrepreneurs who want to explore how to use their creative
skills and talents to generate income.
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Course listings - Arts and Crafts
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Arts and Crafts
Courses without a qualification
21/09/16
Art with nature
Werneth Park
Centre
Wed 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0022
O
11/01/17
Art with nature
Werneth Park
Centre
Wed 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0023
O
19/04/17
Art with nature
Werneth Park
Centre
Wed 10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0024
O
23/09/16
Creative art
Saddleworth Civic
Hall
Fri
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0019
O
13/01/17
Creative art
Saddleworth Civic
Hall
Fri
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0020
O
21/04/17
Creative art
Saddleworth Civic
Hall
Fri
10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0021
O
19/09/16
Drawing & painting
Oldham Centre
Mon 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0001
O
09/01/17
Drawing & painting
Oldham Centre
Mon 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0002
O
24/04/17
Drawing & painting
Oldham Centre
Mon 10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0003
O
19/09/16
Drawing & painting
Shaw Centre
Mon
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0004
O
09/01/17
Drawing & painting
Shaw Centre
Mon
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0005
O
24/04/17
Drawing & painting
Shaw Centre
Mon
1-3pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0006
O
19/09/16
Drawing & painting
Failsworth Centre
Mon
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0007
O
09/01/17
Drawing & painting
Failsworth Centre
Mon
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0008
O
24/04/17
Drawing & painting
Failsworth Centre
Mon
1-3pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0009
O
20/09/16
Drawing & painting
Oldham Centre
Tue
7-9pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0010
O
10/01/17
Drawing & painting
Oldham Centre
Tue
7-9pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0011
O
18/04/17
Drawing & painting
Oldham Centre
Tue
7-9pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0012
O
22/09/16
Drawing & painting |
beginners
Oldham Centre
Thu
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0013
O
12/01/17
Drawing & painting |
beginners
Oldham Centre
Thu
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0014
O
20/04/17
Drawing & painting |
beginners
Oldham Centre
Thu
10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0015
O
21/06/17
Enterprise in creative crafts
Oldham Centre
Wed 10am-12pm
4
£23.20
£0.00
O
12/11/16
Fused glass - creative/
festive gifts*
The Pottery Centre
Sat
10am-12.30pm
2
£28.25
£16.00 CC160-0500X O
22/04/17
Fused glass - creative/
festive gifts*
The Pottery Centre
Sat
10am-12.30pm
2
£28.25
£16.00 CC160-0501X O
28/09/16
Jewellery making |
beginners
Oldham Centre
Wed 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0127
O
11/01/17
Jewellery making |
beginners
Oldham Centre
Wed 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0128
O
19/04/17
Jewellery making |
beginners
Oldham Centre
Wed 10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0129
O
22/09/16
Oil painting effects
Werneth Park
Centre
Thu
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0025
O
20
1-3pm
VC160-0010
Courses marked with an asterisk (*) indicates that materials are included.
Course listings - Arts and Crafts
Date
Course title
Venue
03/11/16
Portrait painting
Werneth Park Centre Thu
1-3pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0026
O
20/09/16
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Tue
7-9pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0103
O
10/01/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Tue
7-9pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0104
O
18/04/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Tue
7-9pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0105
O
20/09/16
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Tue
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0106
O
10/01/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Tue
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0107
O
18/04/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Tue
10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0108
O
20/09/16
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Tue
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0109
O
10/01/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Tue
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0110
O
18/04/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Tue
1-3pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0111
O
21/09/16
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Wed
7-9pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0112
O
11/01/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Wed
7-9pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0113
O
19/04/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Wed
7-9pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0114
O
22/09/16
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Thu
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0115
O
12/01/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Thu
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0116
O
20/04/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Thu
10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0117
O
22/09/16
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Thu
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0118
O
12/01/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Thu
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0119
O
20/04/17
Pottery - mixed ability
The Pottery Centre
Thu
1-3pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0120
O
22/09/16
Watercolours
Shaw Centre
Thu
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0016
O
12/01/17
Watercolours
Shaw Centre
Thu
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0017
O
20/04/17
Watercolours
Shaw Centre
Thu
10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0018
O
20/09/16
Wood sculpture
Oldham Centre
Tue
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0100
O
10/01/17
Wood sculpture
Oldham Centre
Tue
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0101
O
18/04/17
Wood sculpture
Oldham Centre
Tue
1-3pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0102
O
Case study: Lynne and Kate Sibson
Mother and daughter team, Lynne and Kate Sibson
joined the Jewellery Making course for beginners and
improvers.
From day one they made great progress, bouncing ideas
off each other, working very closely together, sharing
ideas and prompting each other to remember techniques
and methods. As a consequence of this, Kate who was
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
unemployed at the time, gained confidence in jewellery
making building up a vast knowledge of techniques and
ideas.
“The course helped me feel confident enough to apply
for a job at Manchester’s biggest jewellery supplier, The
Bead Shop. I was successful and now have a dream job
working for the online side of the business.”
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Course listings - Arts and Crafts
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Wed
7-9pm
5
£36.50
£12.00
CC160-0130
O
Werneth Park Centre
Fri
10am-1pm
1
£10.95
£3.60
CC160-0504
O
Werneth Park Centre
Sat
10am-1pm
1
£10.95
£3.60
CC160-0505
O
Werneth Park Centre
Fri
10am-1pm
1
£10.95
£3.60
CC160-0503
O
25/03/17 plumbing
Werneth Park Centre
Sat
10am-1pm
1
£10.95
£3.60
CC160-0506
O
07/10/16 Home maintenance, tiling
Werneth Park Centre
Fri
10am-1pm
1
£10.95
£3.60
CC160-0502
O
20/05/17 Home maintenance, tiling
Werneth Park Centre
Sat
10am-1pm
1
£10.95
£3.60
CC160-0507
O
DIY Home Improvements
Courses without a qualification
Home maintenance, DIY
21/09/16 hints and tips for the home Werneth Park Centre
Home maintenance,
10/02/17 painting and decorating
Home maintenance,
21/01/17 painting and decorating
Home maintenance,
11/11/16 plumbing
Home maintenance,
Flower arranging
Courses without a qualification
26/09/16
Flower arranging mixed
ability
Shaw Centre
Mon 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC160-0124
O
09/01/17
Flower arranging mixed
ability
Shaw Centre
Mon 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC160-0125
O
24/04/17
Flower arranging mixed
ability
Shaw Centre
Mon 10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20
CC160-0126
O
26/09/16
Flower arranging mixed
ability
Werneth Park Centre
Mon
6.308.30pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC160-0121
O
09/01/17
Flower arranging mixed
ability
Werneth Park Centre
Mon
6.308.30pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC160-0122
O
24/04/17
Flower arranging mixed
ability
Werneth Park Centre
Mon
6.308.30pm
8
£58.40
£19.20
CC160-0123
O
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Care, Education and
Employability Courses
Develop your knowledge and skills through a range of qualifications and courses that will
enable you to work with children, young people or adults in a variety of health and social
care or educational settings. You may need to demonstrate that you possess the appropriate
English and maths skills to meet the entry requirements of the course depending on the level
of programme chosen. Some courses require an informal interview prior to enrolment and you
may also need to be in a placement to meet the criteria of the course.
For further information:
T: 0161 770 1239, 770 1273 or 770 1903
E: [email protected] • E: [email protected]
E: [email protected] • E: [email protected]
Care - Children
Develop your knowledge, skills and understanding of how
to care for and support children’s development. We offer a
variety of courses which can help support your progression
into the Children and Young People’s Workforce.
We offer qualifications starting at Entry Level 3 through to
Level 1 and short courses in a range of topics relevant to
supporting children in a formal or informal setting.
For more information, please contact Jill McCune on
T: 0161 770 1273 or
E: [email protected]
Care - Adults
Develop your skills, knowledge and understanding of the
adult health and social care sector. There is a range of
qualifications and courses that will support your personal
and career development. The Developing an awareness of
your own and others’ wellbeing course covers key topics
such as substance misuse, sexual health, stress awareness,
mental health and more. We also offer Level 1 and Level 2 in
Preparing to Work in the Adult Social Care Sector, Principles
of Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities Certificate
Level 2 and Mental Health Awareness qualifications at Level
1 and 2.
For more information, please contact Hilary Sweeney on
T: 0161 770 1903 or
E: [email protected]
Educational Setting
We offer a variety of courses and qualifications which
provide learners with an understanding of the knowledge
and skills required to work directly with children and young
people in an educational setting. Your current qualifications,
knowledge and experience will determine the appropriate
starting point for you.
Some of the courses require an informal interview and
appropriate English and maths skills to meet the entry
criteria. The certificate qualifications require you to
already be in an educational setting.
For more information, please contact Jill McCune on
T: 0161 770 1273 or
E: [email protected]
Employability Skills
We have a range of programmes that will help you to
develop your employability skills. We offer specific training
courses in Retail Skills and Customer Service as well as
a range of short programmes in CV writing, Job Search
and Interview skills. Also available is the Employability Skills
Level 1 Award which covers a range of topics to support the
development of your skills for the workplace.
For more information, please contact Beverley Nickson on
T: 0161 770 1237 or
E: [email protected]
Counselling
Learn positive skills in counselling and communication for
use at work or at home. These courses are the first steps
towards further training in counselling, or developing the
essential skills to work effectively with people which could
lead to a rewarding career. There is a range of short courses
that are relevant for people interested in developing their
knowledge and understanding of counselling skills and
theories. Some courses require an informal interview prior
to enrolment and relevant English skills to meet the entry
requirements and the demands of the programme.
For more information, please contact Simon Bennett on
T: 0161 770 1238 or
E: [email protected]
Case study: Kathryn Messina
Studying a Level 2 Certificate in Supporting teaching and
Learning in School has opened up a whole new career
path for Kathryn. Before starting her course she had not
been in education for more than 10 years, but despite this
Kathryn adapted well and puts this down to the fun, fair
and very understanding way the course was delivered by
the tutor. Kathryn has gained confidence and is now able
to use the skills she gained in and out of the classroom.
“This is the first time I can say I’ve gone to study, learned
and actually had a good time doing it, and felt comfortable
in producing the work that was required. I had a positive
learning experience and have recommended courses to
colleagues.”
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Educational Setting
Workshops/Courses:
• An awareness of autistic spectrum
conditions
• Developing knowledge of phonics
• Exploring the Early Years
Foundation Stage
• Working with looked after children
• Safeguarding the welfare of
children and young people
• Introduction to working with
children with special educational
needs and disabilities
• Introductory awareness of physical
disability workshop
• Introductory awareness of sensory
loss workshop
• Awareness of child sexual
exploitation
• Employability Skills Level 1 Award
– Developing Skills to Work in a
School
Care – Adults
Childcare and Early Years
Preparing to
Workshops/Courses:
work in adult
• An awareness of autistic spectrum
social care level 1
conditions
award
• Developing knowledge of phonics
• Exploring the Early Years
Foundation Stage
Certificate in
• Working with looked after children
developing
• Safeguarding the welfare of
awareness of
children and young people
your own and
others’ well being • Introduction to working with
children with special educational
level 1 award
needs and disabilities
Preparing to
• Introductory awareness of
work in adult
physical disability workshop
social care level 2 • Introductory awareness of sensory
certificate
loss workshop
• Awareness of child sexual
exploitation
Principles of
supporting
individuals
with learning
• Preparing you to work with
disabilities
children (e3 certificate in
certificate level 2
occupational studies)
Mental health awareness level 1 and 2
• Caring for children level 1
certificate.
• Introduction to working in an early
years setting
Principles of supporting individuals with Mental health
Supporting children with special
learning disabilities certificate level 2
awareness level 1 educational needs and disabilities
and 2
Supporting teaching and learning in
Mental health awareness level 1 and 2
schools level 2 and 3 certificate
Principles of supporting individuals
with learning disabilities certificate
level 2
The following courses and qualifications support the
above named programmes and further develop your
skills and knowledge in relation to Care, Counselling
or Education to support your personal or career
development
Case study:
Kirsty Finch and Asiya Osmani
Asiya and Kirsty met whilst studying the Level 1 Certificate
in Caring for Children. Both have had a desire to work
with children since becoming parents and say “enrolling
on this course provided by Lifelong Learning is the best
career decision we feel we have made”. Their friendship
has developed and they have supported and encouraged
each other to also attend additional courses in maths and
English. “We have learnt so much and it has also helped
our own parenting skills”. Asiya and Kirsty are now in the
process of securing voluntary work to enable them to
progress onto the Level 2 Supporting teaching and learning
in schools course. “We both highly recommend this course
for anybody who is interested in working with children.”
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Counselling
Workshops/Courses:
• Anger management
• Cognitive behaviour
therapy
• Domestic violence how to support victims
• Creative therapies
• Mediation skills
• Developing and using
counselling skills
• Working with loss and
bereavement
Mentoring skills level 1
award
Mental health awareness
level 1 and 2
Interpersonal Skills Level 1
• Certificate in developing awareness of your own
and others’ well being- sexual health, mental
health, substance misuse and stress awareness
• English and maths
• ICT
Care, Education and Employability
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Childcare, Early Years and Teaching Assistants
Courses with a qualification
07/10/16
Caring for children, L1
certificate
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
34
£319.50
£0.00
VV162-0608
O
20/09/16
Developing skills to work in a
school, L1 award
Werneth Park
Centre
Tue
9.30am-12pm
18
£155.00
£0.00
VV162-0605
I
06/10/16
Preparing to work with
Coldhurst
children, (Occupational studies
Centre
E3 Cert)
Thu
9.30am-12pm
20
£194.00
£0.00
VV162-0606
I
11/01/17
Preparing to work with
children, (Occupational studies Oldham Centre
E3 Cert)
Wed
9.30am-12pm
20
£194.00
£0.00
VV162-0607
I
19/09/16
Supporting teaching and
learning in schools, L2
certificate
Turf Lane Centre Mon
6-9pm
34
£678.00
£0.00
VV162-0600
I
04/10/16
Supporting teaching and
learning in schools, L2
certificate
Turf Lane Centre Tue
9.30am-12.30pm
34
£678.00
£0.00
VV162-0601
I
22/09/16
Supporting teaching and
learning in schools, L2
certificate
Oldham Centre
9.30am-12.30pm
34
£678.00
£0.00
VV162-0602
I
22/09/16
Supporting teaching and
learning in schools, L3
certificate
Turf Lane Centre Thu
6-9pm
36
£990.00
£0.00
VV162-0603
I
18/11/16
Working with individuals
with learning difficulties, L2
certificate
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12.30pm
30
£315.00
£0.00
VV162-0604
I
30/09/16
Introduction to working with
Oldham Centre
children with SEN & disabilities
Fri
9.30am-12.30pm
6
£52.20
£0.00
VC162-0609
O
22/10/16
Safeguarding the welfare of
children and young people
Oldham Centre
Sat
9.30am-12.30pm
1
£10.95
£3.60
CC162-0616
O
12/11/16
Developing knowledge of
phonics
Oldham Centre
Sat
9.30am-12.30pm
3
£32.85
£10.80 CC162-0612
O
14/01/17
Exploring the early years
foundation stage
Oldham Centre
Sat
9.30am-12.30pm
3
£32.85
£10.80 CC162-0614
O
10/12/2016
An awareness of autistic
spectrum conditions
Oldham Centre
Sat
9.30am-12.30pm
1
£10.95
£3.60
CC162-0617
O
21/02/17
Introduction to working with
Werneth Park
children with SEN & disabilities Centre
Tue
9.30am-12.30pm
6
£52.20
£0.00
VC162-0610
O
25/02/17
Working with looked after
children
Oldham Centre
Sat
9.30am-12.30pm
1
£10.95
£3.60
CC162-0618
O
08/03/17
Introductory awareness of
physical disability workshop
Turf Lane Centre Wed
9.30am-3pm
1
£20.10
£6.60
CC162-0021
O
18/03/17
An awareness of child sexual
exploitation workshop
Oldham Centre
Sat
9.30am-12.30pm
1
£10.95
£3.60
CC162-0619
O
29/04/17
Developing knowledge of
phonics
Oldham Centre
Sat
9.30am-12.30pm
3
£32.85
£10.80 CC162-0613
O
09/05/17
Introduction to working in an
early years setting
Oldham Centre
Tue
9.30am-12pm
10
£72.50
£0.00
VC162-0611
I
14/06/17
Introductory awareness of
sensory loss workshop
Turf Lane Centre Wed
9.30am-3pm
1
£20.10
£6.60
CC162-0622
O
17/06/17
Exploring the early years
foundation stage
Oldham Centre
Sat
9.30am-12.30pm
3
£32.85
£10.80 CC162-0615
O
23/06/17
Explore the role of teaching
assistants
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12.30pm
1
£0.00
£0.00
O
Thu
Courses without a qualification
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
CC162-0620
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Care, Education and Employability
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Counselling and Communication
Courses with a qualification
20/09/16
Award in mentoring, level 1
Oldham Centre
Tue
6-9pm
10
£110.50
£0.00
VV162-0700
I
07/01/17
Award in mentoring, level 1
Oldham Centre
Sat
9.30am-12.30pm
10
£110.50
£0.00
VV162-0701
I
25/04/17
Award in mentoring, level 1
Oldham Centre
Tue
6-9pm
10
£110.50
£0.00
VV162-0702
I
24/01/17
Interpersonal skills
Turf Lane Centre Tue
9.30am-4pm
5
£110.50
£0.00
VV162-0011
I
19/04/17
Interpersonal skills
Turf Lane Centre Wed
9.30am-12.30pm
10
£110.50
£0.00
VV162-0013
I
Courses without a qualification
17/05/17
Anger management
Turf Lane Centre Wed
9.30am-3.30pm
1
£21.90
£7.20
CC162-7010
O
19/10/16
Cognitive behavioural
therapy
Turf Lane Centre Wed
9.30am-3.30pm
1
£21.90
£7.20
CC162-7006
O
07/12/16
Creative therapies
Turf Lane Centre Wed
9.30am-3.30pm
1
£21.90
£7.20
CC162-7007
O
Oldham Centre
Sat
9.30am-12pm
10
£91.25
£30.00 CC162-7002
O
Oldham Centre
Tue
6.30-9pm
10
£91.25
£30.00 CC162-7003
O
Oldham Centre
Wed
9.30am-12pm
10
£91.25
£30.00 CC162-7004
O
Turf Lane Centre Wed
9.30am-3.30pm
1
£21.90
£7.20
CC162-7008
O
24/09/16
10/01/17
26/04/17
08/02/17
Developing counselling
skills
Developing counselling
skills
Developing counselling
skills
Domestic violence | how to
support victims
15/03/17
Mediation skills
Turf Lane Centre Wed
9.30am-4pm
1
£21.90
£7.20
CC162-7009
O
02/03/17
Working with loss and
bereavement
Oldham Centre
Thu
6-8.30pm
5
£45.65
£15.00 CC162-7005
O
Employability Skills
Courses with a qualification
07/11/16
Customer service in the
hospitality industry, level 1
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-3pm
3
£57.00
£0.00
VV162-0106
I
09/01/17
Customer service in the
hospitality industry, level 1
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-3pm
3
£57.00
£0.00
VV162-0107
I
24/04/17
Customer service in the
hospitality industry, level 1
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-3pm
3
£57.00
£0.00
VV162-0108
I
12/09/16
Employability skills
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-3pm
6
£111.50
£0.00
VV162-0103
I
20/02/17
Employability skills
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-3pm
6
£111.50
£0.00
VV162-0104
I
05/06/17
Employability skills
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-3pm
6
£111.50
£0.00
VV162-0105
I
12/09/16
Pre-tenancy skills, level 1
award
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-3pm
6
£138.00
£0.00
VV162-0100
I
20/02/17
Pre-tenancy skills, level 1
award
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-3pm
6
£138.00
£0.00
VV162-0101
I
28/11/16
Retail skills, (Occupational
studies, level 1 award)
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-3pm
3
£67.00
£0.00
VV162-0109
I
09/01/17
Retail skills, (Occupational
studies, level 1 award)
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-3pm
3
£67.00
£0.00
VV162-0110
I
24/04/17
Retail skills, (Occupational
studies, level 1 award)
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-3pm
3
£67.00
£0.00
VV162-0111
I
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Care, Education and Employability
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Employability Skills
Courses without a qualification
30/01/17
CV workshop
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-4pm
1
£21.90
£0.00
CC162-0404
O
06/02/17
CV workshop
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-4pm
1
£21.90
£0.00
CC162-0405
O
17/07/17
CV workshop
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-4pm
1
£21.90
£0.00
CC162-0421
O
06/02/17
Interview techniques workshop
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-4pm
1
£21.90
£0.00
CC162-0408
O
22/05/17
Interview techniques workshop
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-4pm
1
£21.90
£0.00
CC162-0409
O
17/07/17
Job searching workshop
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-4pm
1
£21.90
£0.00
CC162-0424
O
Health, Care and Social Studies
Courses with a qualification
03/11/16
Developing an awareness of
your own and others' wellbeing
Turf Lane Centre
Thu
9.30am12.30pm
19
£216.30 £0.00
VV162-0006
I
10/01/17
Developing an awareness of
your own and others' wellbeing
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
9.30am12.30pm
19
£216.30 £0.00
VV162-0008
I
19/09/16
Mental health awareness, level
1 award
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am3.30pm
2
£58.30
£0.00
VV162-0007
I
20/02/17
Mental health awareness, level
1 award
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am3.30pm
2
£58.30
£0.00
VV162-0012
I
05/10/16
Mental health awareness, level
2 certificate
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
1-3.30pm
8
£195.00 £0.00
VV162-0003
I
05/10/16
Mental health awareness, level
2 certificate
Oldham Centre
Wed
6-8.30pm
8
£195.00 £0.00
VV162-0004
I
11/01/17
Mental health awareness, level
2 certificate
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
1-3.30pm
8
£195.00 £0.00
VV162-0009
I
19/04/17
Mental health awareness, level
2 certificate
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
1-3.30pm
8
£195.00 £0.00
VV162-0014
I
20/09/16
Preparing to work in adult social
Oldham Centre
care, level 1 award
Tue
9.30am12.30pm
10
£110.50 £0.00
VV162-0001
I
22/09/16
Preparing to work in adult social
Turf Lane Centre
care, level 1 award
Thu
9.30am3.30pm
5
£110.50 £0.00
VV162-0005
I
06/01/17
Preparing to work in adult social
Turf Lane Centre
care, level 1 award
Fri
9.30am12.30pm
10
£110.50 £0.00
VV162-0010
I
20/04/17
Preparing to work in adult social
Turf Lane Centre
care, level 1 award
Thu
9.30am12.30pm
10
£110.50 £0.00
VV162-0015
I
21/09/16
Preparing to work in adult social
Turf Lane Centre
care, level 2 certificate
Wed
9.30am-12pm
21
£206.25 £0.00
VV162-0002
I
Courses without a qualification
23/06/17
Check out health & social care
Oldham Centre
Fri
10am-12pm
1
£7.30
£2.40
CC162-0027
O
04/11/16
Introduction to health & social
care
Turf Lane Centre
Fri
10am-12pm
3
£21.90
£7.20
CC162-0025
O
15/03/17
Introduction to health & social
care
Turf Lane Centre
Wed 10am-12pm
3
£21.90
£7.20
CC162-0026
O
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Cookery and
Food Hygiene
Our exciting range
of cookery courses is
designed to appeal to a
broad range of learners.
Qualification
Our exciting range of food-based craft and cookery
courses is designed to appeal to a broad range of
learners.
Enterprise courses
These tailored courses are suitable for budding
entrepreneurs who want to explore how to use their cooking
and craft skills to generate income.
Get creative in the kitchen. Learn how to cook a variety
of dishes from meals on a budget to international
cuisine and slimming recipes. Learn a new craft in our
cake decorating and models for cakes classes.
All cookery courses take place in our specialist
teaching kitchen at the Turf Lane Centre.
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Level 2 Award in Food Safety
If you are preparing food for consumption by the general
public, or have a food related business then you must hold
the Level 2 qualification in food safety.
This is a legal requirement and demonstrates that you have
gained awareness of best practice in relation to food safety.
For further information on these courses:
T: 0161 770 1383/8268
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
Cookery and Food Safety
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Courses with a qualification
16/01/17
Food safety in catering level 2 award
Oldham Centre
Mon 10am-1pm
3
£72.00
£0.00
VV160-0000
I
08/05/17
Food safety in catering level 2 award
Oldham Centre
Mon 10am-1pm
3
£72.00
£0.00
VV160-0001
I
07/07/17
Food safety in catering level 2 award
Oldham Centre
Fri
10am-1pm
3
£72.00
£0.00
VV160-0002
I
11/11/16
Food safety in catering level 2 award
Oldham Centre
Fri
10am-1pm
3
£72.00
£0.00
VV160-0003
I
10/03/17
Food safety in catering level 2 award
Oldham Centre
Fri
10am-1pm
3
£72.00
£0.00
VV160-0004
I
26/09/16
Food safety in catering level 2 award
Oldham Centre
Mon 10am-1pm
3
£72.00
£0.00
VV160-0005
I
Courses without a qualification
26/09/16
Cake decoration | mixed ability
Turf Lane Centre
Mon
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0203 O
09/01/17
Cake decoration | mixed ability
Turf Lane Centre
Mon
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0204 O
08/05/17
Cake decoration | mixed ability
Turf Lane Centre
Mon
1-3pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0205 O
20/09/16
Cookery | calorie conscious recipes
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
6-8pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0212 O
01/11/16
Cookery | calorie conscious recipes
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
6-8pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0213 O
10/01/17
Cookery | calorie conscious recipes
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
6-8pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0214 O
21/02/17
Cookery | calorie conscious recipes
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
6-8pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0215 O
18/04/17
Cookery | calorie conscious recipes
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
6-8pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0216 O
06/06/17
Cookery | calorie conscious recipes
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
6-8pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0217 O
11/01/17
Cookery | Chinese and Thai
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
7-9pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0223 O
Case Study: June Bones
June first got interested in cake decorating when she
saw a wedding cake a friend had made and she thought
she might like to have a go.
June then joined an evening class and has been a loyal
Lifelong learner and is the first to say she is still learning
and still enjoys coming to class.
June developed glaucoma two years ago and started to
come to the afternoon Beginners Cake decorating class
as she could no longer drive in the dark and she didn’t
want to stop learning.
She is always happy to show and discuss many different
skills and she is a great mentor for others in the class.
New learners are inspired and admire June and what she
has achieved and how generous she is in sharing her
talents and tools.
June loves the social aspects of coming to class and she
says the well-being and camaraderie of the tutor and
other learners is of great value to her.
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Cookery and Food Safety
Courses without a qualification
02/11/16
Cookery | Christmas cookery
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
7-9pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0222 O
07/06/17
Cookery | French And Italian cusiine Turf Lane Centre
Wed
7-9pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0226 O
22/02/17
Cookery | Great British and Irish
cookery
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
7-9pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0224 O
17/08/16
Cookery | healthy one pot recipies
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
10am12pm
1
£7.30
£2.40
21/09/16
Cookery | men's cookery
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
10am12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0218 O
11/01/17
Cookery | men's cookery
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
10am12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0219 O
19/04/17
Cookery | men's cookery
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
10am12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0220 O
21/09/16
Cookery | pan Asian cuisine
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
7-9pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0221 O
20/09/16
Cookery | pennywise cookery
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
10am12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0206 O
10/01/17
Cookery | pennywise cookery
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
10am12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0207 O
18/04/17
Cookery | pennywise cookery
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
10am12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0208 O
19/04/17
Cookery | Spanish and tapas
cookery
Turf Lane Centre
Wed
7-9pm
5
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0225 O
10/07/17
Enterprise in cake decorating
Turf Lane Centre
Mon
1-3pm
4
£23.20
£0.00
VC160-0011 O
20/06/17
Enterprise in catering
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
10am12pm
4
£23.20
£0.00
VC160-0006 O
20/09/16
Let's bake
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0209 O
10/01/17
Let's bake
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
1-3pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0210 O
18/04/17
Let's bake
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
1-3pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0211 O
19/09/16
Models for cakes mixed ability
Turf Lane Centre
Mon
7-9pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0200 O
09/01/17
Models for cakes mixed ability
Turf Lane Centre
Mon
7-9pm
10
£73.00
£24.00 CC160-0201 O
08/05/17
Models for cakes mixed ability
Turf Lane Centre
Mon
7-9pm
8
£58.40
£19.20 CC160-0202 O
Case study: Lynn Maher.
Following the sad death of Lynn’s sister her husband wanted to help her with her
loss so he enrolled her on the Sugar Paste modelling class. She went with an open
mind and no experience but has since ‘fallen in love with the craft’. With the support
of the tutors and other learners she made it through the 10 week course and went
onto further classes outside the borough. She is now back studying at Turf Lane
Lifelong Learning Centre to further improve her skills with sugar paste flowers and
other mediums.
“My tutors have always challenged me and pushed for me to do more. They advised
and encouraged me to enrol for my teaching qualification at Manchester college.
When I have completed this my ambition is to teach and pass on my experience,
skills and knowledge to even more people and inspire them to love the craft as
much as I do.”
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CC160-0603 O
Education and Training
NCFE Award in Education
and Training Level 3
(Formerly known as PTLLS)
You can progress within the framework of the Qualified
Teacher – Learning and Skills (QTLS) to the Level 4
Certificate in Education and Training (formerly CTLLS) and
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (formerly DTLLS).
The aims of the course are to:
No prior teaching experience is necessary to join the NCFE
Level 3 Award. However substantial subject knowledge in
a specific area at Level 3/A Level is required and at least a
Level 2 in Literacy and some ICT skills are essential. It is also
useful to have the ability to talk in front of a class or small
group of people.
This course is an introductory teaching qualification for
anyone interested in training and teaching adults. It will
prepare learners for teaching in a wide range of contexts
and does not require learners to be teaching. It is a valuable
introduction to the theory and practice of delivering learning.
• Understand roles and responsibilities in lifelong learning
• Understand inclusive learning and teaching in lifelong
learning
• Use inclusive learning and teaching approaches in
lifelong learning
• Understand principles of assessment in lifelong learning
• Gain confidence in preparation for teaching
• Develop the foundations of good practice in teaching
The offer of a place will be subject to meeting pre-course
requirements which include an interview with a tutor and the
completion of a written task.
For further details of the Award in Education
and Training:
T: 0161 770 2148
E: [email protected] or
E: [email protected]
Fees include examination/accreditation costs
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Courses with a qualification
18/01/17
Award in education and training Coldhurst Centre
Wed
6-9pm
16
£228.20 £110.60
CC164-0137X
I
03/02/17
Award in education and training Coldhurst Centre
Fri
9.30am12.30pm
16
£228.20 £110.60
CC164-0139X
I
Case Study: Ian Parker
Ian has used the skills he learned on his Award in Education and
Training course to boost his own IT business which he set up after
leaving his job in the public sector.
To help his clients he wanted a certified course to give him
credibility to show that he can help them to learn and to build up
their confidence so that they can use their own computers and
systems.
This course has become one of the cornerstones of his business as
it provides credibility to the training services he offers.
“I had a really great experience on the AET course. It was so
practical. From the very start we were encouraged to take what
we were learning and apply it to our own teaching situations and
this approach was built in to all the assignments and the course
sessions. Effectively I could tailor the course to work for my own
business. We were also taught to assess what we were doing: to
step back and look at what we did and how effective it had been.
My only regret is that I didn’t sign up sooner.”
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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English for Speakers of
other Languages (ESOL)
ESOL Skills for Work
If English isn’t your first language and you want to gain a
recognised national certificate for your course of study, we
want to offer you the best possible choices to help you
improve your English skills and achieve your goals. Some
classes are mixed. Some classes are for men only and some
are for women only.
Benefits:
Fully accredited qualifications to show to
potential employers:
• speaking and listening
(Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1)
• speaking, listening, reading, writing
(Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1)
Learn and practise skills you will need for work
Topics will be chosen from:
• job adverts job applications/CV/job specifications/job
interviews
• advice and guidance/health and safety/customer care
• common work practices/communicating with
colleagues
Skills for Life
and Learning
If English isn’t your first language and you want to improve
your English skills but do not need a recognised national
certificate from your course of study, we want to offer you
the best possible choices to help you to do this and achieve
your goals by offering a first step programme.
Some courses are for women only. Some courses are for
men only.
Benefits:
• matching the learning to meet your individual needs
• practise and improve your English speaking, listening,
reading, writing skills
• build confidence while you learn to:
»» help your children with their homework
»» be able to speak to professional people (doctors /
teachers)
»» be able to feel confident in the community
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ESOL and Job Centre Plus
Skills for Work
If English isn’t your first language we can offer employability
programmes to suit your language and job seeking needs.
This is through referral from your Jobcentre Plus Adviser.
We aim to offer you the best possible choices to help you
improve your English skills whilst working towards your job
seeking goals.
We can offer an employability programme where you can
gain a recognised national certificate whilst you improve your
English skills and employability prospects. These classes are
for men and women.
We can also offer an employability programme to enable
you to take your first steps into learning English,
support your personal development and to support your
employability needs. All classes are mixed.
Benefits:
• speaking, listening, reading, writing at Pre Entry,
Entry Level 1 and Entry Level 2
• build your knowledge of the world of work
• provide you with skills to help you prepare for, find and
stay in work
• job application skills, CV writing, interview skills
• opportunities to progress through the learning levels
How to enrol:
Contact your nearest Lifelong Learning centre with your
details.
A member of the Business Support team will get in
touch with a date and time to attend a placement
appointment. You will need to bring all of your documents
and your identification (for example, your passport) to the
appointment. You will need to allow approximately half an
hour for your appointment.
If you decide to enrol straightaway you should allow half an
hour for this too. If you are in receipt of any benefits, proof
of this must be shown when you enrol for the course.
English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL) - cont.
September 2016 – February 2017
ESOL Skills for Work
2 sessions per week daytime
ESOL Skills for Life and Learning
1 session per week
What
What
Gain a speaking and listening certificate in ESOL or
progress to a reading and writing certificate if a speaking
and listening certificate has already been gained.
Qualifications are supported by Entry to Employment
First steps to enable you to practise and improve your
English skills and build confidence while you learn.
When
When
Monday and Tuesday morning or afternoon
Wednesday and Thursday morning or afternoon
Thursday afternoon or Friday morning
Start date
Start date
Monday 19 September 2016 for
17 weeks x 5.5 hours per week
Thursday 22 September 2016 for
17 weeks x 3 hours per week
Where
Where
Coldhurst, Werneth, Oldham Lifelong Learning Centres.
Not all centres available at all times.
Coldhurst and Werneth Lifelong Learning Centres.
Pre Entry Women
Pre Entry Men
Case study: Nida Mohammad
Nida credits the ESOL course she started in September last year with giving
her a new lease of life.
A confident learner, she is originally from Pakistan but has spent most her life
in Spain.
She decided to return to education after a break and has made excellent
progress in all areas. In the classroom, she asks a lot of questions to reinforce
her learning further.
Since starting the course she now feels confident enough to pick up the
phone and have conversations with other people, instead of just her close
family members.
She feels a boost of confidence has built inside her and hopes it will stay with
her as she pursues her dream of getting a degree and securing a job in the
future.
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Family Learning
Family Learning offers a range of free courses for mums, dads, grandparents, carers and children.
Courses are held at times to meet the needs of parents/carers. A free crèche is available at many
venues. Some courses focus on families learning together, while others are for parents/carers only,
with the emphasis on supporting the family. Courses take place in over 40 venues across Oldham,
including local schools, Lifelong Learning Centres, Children’s Centres and Community venues.
We work in partnership with your child’s school/nursery/children’s centre to offer exciting learning
opportunities for the whole family.
Family Programmes
Keeping up with the Children
The courses below provide opportunities for:
For mums, dads, grandparents and carers to find out
how children are taught in schools and be able to support
homework. The course provides opportunities to brush up
on your skills and progress to a national qualification.
• Mums, dads, grandparents, carers and children to learn
together
• Children to receive additional support in the subject.
• Mums, dads, grandparents, and carers to find out how
to support their children’s development in the subject
and new methods taught in school.
• Mums, dads, grandparents and carers to gain a
stepping stone towards a national qualification in
English, Maths and Language
• Meeting other families and sharing ideas
Family
Family
Family
Family
Family
Family
English
Language
Maths
Health
First Aid
ICT
Additional courses include:
EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
A course to help you find out about the EYFS framework
and how best to support your child through it. For parents/
carers of children aged 0 – 5 years. Find out how to
develop your child’s communication skills, how your child
learns through play, help you and your child to be ready for
nursery/school; activities to share at home and learning
opportunities for yourself.
Family Health and Wellbeing
A course based around choosing a family/child related
challenge, setting targets and reaching your goal while
enjoying taster sessions to learn new skills to improve the
health and wellbeing of your family. Topics covered may
include:
• Tasty, economical and healthy family food
• Family First Aid
• Creative play
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• English
• Maths
• Language
• ICT
• Digital families – digital learning
Let’s Get Reading!
We work in partnership with Oldham Libraries to offer a
variety of exciting opportunities to support families reading
together.
Wider Family Learning
Wider Family Learning courses provide opportunities for
mums, dads, grandparents and carers to rediscover how
much fun they can have with their children. Families can
learn new skills and develop strategies and ideas for playing
and working together in a creative and focused way.
Bite-size learning fun days
and events
These events and activities are held during school holidays
and weekends at various venues e.g. libraries, Children’s
Centres and Lifelong Learning Centres. Come along and
have some fun as a family and try:
• Robot and rocket making
• Under 5s activities
• Digital photography and computers
• Family safety
• Healthy eating
• Themed activities
Short courses and events
• Family arts and crafts
• Family first aid
• Family ICT/digital cameras
• Family technology
• Family safety
• Family health
• Family academy
Progression
Family Learning provides opportunities for mums, dads,
grandparents and carers to:
• Access advice and guidance on the next steps through
the National Careers Service
• Progress onto further learning opportunities such
as ICT, ESOL, Skills for Life, Health, Arts and Crafts,
Leisure courses and other Family Learning courses
• Move on to training for employment and voluntary work
• Move on to English and Maths skills courses
Case study: Farah Deeba
Farah and her family moved from Pakistan to England
in 2011. Educated to degree level in her home country,
she had a good understanding of English but wanted
to practise speaking, learn new skills and be able to
support her child through school. She enrolled in the
Introduction to Early Years Foundation Stage and Farah
says she has developed new knowledge, which she
is putting into practice with her son. Farah has been
really supportive in class, often helping those who have
less spoken English to “have a go” at saying sentences
relating to the topic. Farah helped other students
translate what they wanted to say from Urdu to English
in a very sensitive way.
“I’ve really enjoyed the courses, found the teachers
to be excellent and knowledgeable and the learning
atmosphere very relaxed. I feel more self-assured
speaking English and am confident communicating
outside of the classroom.”
Case study: Jannatul Ferdousi
Jannat moved to England from Italy a year ago and had
been learning English from a website before signing
up to a Family Learning English course. She wants to
be able to carry out everyday conversations, help her
children with their homework and understand when they
speak in English. The Family Learning English course
has built Jannat’s confidence with her spoken English
and she has now applied to do an ESOL course. She is
also interested in being a volunteer, possibly in school or
in retail, because she wishes to get a job in the future in
retail or marketing.
“Before starting the course I felt scared of talking to
people but now weeks later I feel more confident about
speaking English. Getting better at speaking and writing
English is one of the most important things you can do
for your children and it is good to be able to help your
children with their homework.”
For further information about Family Learning please
contact the Family Learning Team on
T: 0161 770 8018/8032
E: [email protected]
Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre
The Cultural Quarter, Greaves Street,
Oldham, OL1 1AL.
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Fashion and
Sewing Skills
We offer a full range
of courses to suit all
abilities from first steps,
beginners classes to
improver classes.
For further information on these courses:
T: 0161 770 8268
E: [email protected]
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Courses without qualifications
We offer a wide range of courses to suit all abilities.
Learn basic sewing skills and pattern cutting techniques.
Save money by making your own clothes or customising
your existing wardrobe.
Enterprise courses
These tailored courses are suitable for budding
entrepreneurs who want to explore how to use their sewing
skills to generate income.
Fashion and Sewing Skills
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Sewing, Fashion, Dressmaking and Design
Courses without a qualification
20/06/17
Enterprise in sewing crafts
Oldham Centre
Tue
10am-12pm
4
£23.20
£0.00
VC1600008
O
20/06/17
Enterprise in sewing crafts
Oldham Centre
Tue
12.30-2.30pm
4
£23.20
£0.00
VC1600009
O
19/09/16
Fashion design and pattern
cutting - beginners
Oldham Centre
Mon 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC1600306
O
09/01/17
Fashion design and pattern
cutting - beginners
Oldham Centre
Mon 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC1600307
O
24/04/17
Fashion design and pattern
cutting - beginners
Oldham Centre
Mon 10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20
CC1600308
O
21/09/16
Sewing and fashion mixed
ability
Oldham Centre
Wed 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC1600309
O
11/01/17
Sewing and fashion mixed
ability
Oldham Centre
Wed 10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC1600310
O
19/04/17
Sewing and fashion mixed
ability
Oldham Centre
Wed 10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20
CC1600311
O
20/09/16
Sewing skills for beginners
Oldham Centre
Tue
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC1600300
O
10/01/17
Sewing skills for beginners
Oldham Centre
Tue
10am-12pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC1600301
O
18/04/17
Sewing skills for beginners
Oldham Centre
Tue
10am-12pm
8
£58.40
£19.20
CC1600302
O
20/09/16
Sewing skills for improvers
Oldham Centre
Tue
12.30-2.30pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC1600303
O
10/01/17
Sewing skills for improvers
Oldham Centre
Tue
12.30-2.30pm
10
£73.00
£24.00
CC1600304
O
18/04/17
Sewing skills for improvers
Oldham Centre
Tue
12.30-2.30pm
8
£58.40
£19.20
CC1600305
O
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Health, Fitness
and Wellbeing
Build your fitness levels
through progressive
exercise. We offer courses for
beginners and mixed ability.
Pilates for beginners and for fitness
Yoga for beginners and mixed ability
This course is for learners who require a slower
pace to exercise routines that will help with
mobility and overall fitness level.
Start on a beginners and move on to the mixed
ability. Come and experience the benefits of yoga.
Explore yoga postures and breathing techniques
to learn how physical movement keeps the body
healthy and strong.
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Our Pilates courses are for beginners and for
general Pilates fitness. They all use Pilates
principles to increase flexibility and core body
strength.
Gentle exercise
For further information on these courses:
T: 0161 770 8268
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
Health, Fitness and Wellbeing
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Courses without a qualification
21/09/16
Gentle exercise
Turf Lane Centre
Wed 10-11am
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0409 O
04/01/17
Gentle exercise
Turf Lane Centre
Wed 10-11am
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0410 O
19/04/17
Gentle exercise
Turf Lane Centre
Wed 10-11am
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0411 O
20/09/16
Gentle exercise
Werneth Park Centre
Tue
10-11am
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0415 O
10/01/17
Gentle exercise
Werneth Park Centre
Tue
10-11am
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0416 O
18/04/17
Gentle exercise
Werneth Park Centre
Tue
10-11am
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0417 O
19/09/16
Pilates | first steps into
pilates
Shaw Centre
Mon
1-2pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0400 O
09/01/17
Pilates | first steps into
pilates
Shaw Centre
Mon
1-2pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0401 O
24/04/17
Pilates | first steps into
pilates
Shaw Centre
Mon
1-2pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0402 O
21/09/16
Pilates | first steps into
pilates
Turf Lane Centre
Wed 11.15am-12.15pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0412 O
04/01/17
Pilates | first steps into
pilates
Turf Lane Centre
Wed 11.15am-12.15pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0413 O
19/04/17
Pilates | first steps into
pilates
Turf Lane Centre
Wed 11.15am-12.15pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0414 O
21/09/16
Pilates | first steps into
pilates
Failsworth Centre
Wed
6-7pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0418 O
04/01/17
Pilates | first steps into
pilates
Failsworth Centre
Wed
6-7pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0419 O
19/04/17
Pilates | first steps into
pilates
Failsworth Centre
Wed
6-7pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0420 O
19/09/16
Pilates | pilates for fitness
Shaw Centre
Mon
2.15-3.15pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0403 O
09/01/17
Pilates | pilates for fitness
Shaw Centre
Mon
2.15-3.15pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0404 O
24/04/17
Pilates | pilates for fitness
Shaw Centre
Mon
2.15-3.15pm
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0405 O
19/09/16
Yoga for beginners
Werneth Park Centre
Mon 10.30-11.30am
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0422 O
09/01/17
Yoga for beginners
Werneth Park Centre
Mon 10.30-11.30am
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0423 O
24/04/17
Yoga for beginners
Werneth Park Centre
Mon 10.30-11.30am
10
£36.50
£12.00 CC160-0424 O
20/09/16
Yoga mixed ability
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
6.30-8pm
10
£54.75
£18.00 CC160-0406 O
10/01/17
Yoga mixed ability
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
6.30-8pm
10
£54.75
£18.00 CC160-0407 O
18/04/17
Yoga mixed ability
Turf Lane Centre
Tue
6.30-8pm
10
£54.75
£18.00 CC160-0408 O
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Information
Communication
Technology (ICT)
Computers are an
essential part of the
workplace and daily life
and we recognise that
you want a course that
suits your requirements.
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Therefore before you join a course you will
meet a tutor who will discuss the courses
available and their suitability. This will include
assessing your existing computer skills.
Literacy and numeracy will be an element of
the skills check and may influence the choice
of course available to you.
As well as the general enrolment sessions there
will be skills check appointments available in
August, September and throughout the year. To
arrange an individual appointment or for further
information about ICT courses please contact any
of our centres listed on the back of this brochure or
contact the ICT team on:
T: 0161 770 5805
E: [email protected]
Computers are an essential part of the workplace and daily
life and we recognise that you want a course that suits your
requirements.
Therefore before you join a course you will meet a tutor who
will discuss the courses available and their suitability. This
will include assessing your existing computer skills.
Literacy and numeracy will be an element of the skills check
and may influence the choice of course available to you
These course descriptions are brief and more detailed
information is available on course information sheets and at
the skills check.
Courses with a qualification
These start at Entry Level 2 and Entry Level 3. They are
targeted at beginners and a range of courses and content is
available which includes:
Entry Award in Email and Letter Writing
Learn the basics in letter writing and composing and
sending emails.
First Award in ICT
Learn how to create word processed documents, emails,
search the Internet and other useful ICT skills. Some learners
may choose to use Excel for creating graphs and charts.
ITQ Level 1
This provision is made up from the ITQ range of units and
qualifications. You can gain qualifications in the form of units,
an award or a certificate. At skills checks we will identify
which route is best for you and will discuss the unit choices
in more detail.
The ITQ provides an opportunity to learn a range of
computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets,
presentation, database, desktop publishing, e-mail and
Internet using Microsoft Office version 2010. These
qualifications are nationally recognised by employers and will
help you to improve your existing job performance or find a
new job. You must complete a short Introduction to ITQ to
get ready to learn before starting an ITQ Level 1 qualification.
ITQ Award in Sage (Computerised accounts)
and Spreadsheets
This ITQ Award will enable you to gain skills in Sage line 50,
Microsoft Excel 2010, Internet safety and one additional
unit. The units will be accredited and will demonstrate how
you can use your new skills in the work place. At skills check
the suitability of this course will be discussed further. You
must complete a short Introduction to ITQ to get ready to
learn before starting this ITQ Level 1 qualification.
ITQ Sage Level 1 unit
This ITQ unit will enable you to gain initial skills in the Sage
line 50 computerised accounts package. The unit will be
accredited and the content that you cover on the course
will enable you to demonstrate how you can use these
new skills in the work place. You must complete a short
Introduction to ITQ1 to get ready to learn before starting this
Level 1 qualification.
ITQ Sage Level 2 unit
This level 2 ITQ unit will enable you to gain further skills in
the Sage line 50 computerised accounts package. You
must complete a short Introduction to Sage Level 2 ITQ to
prepare you to get ready to learn before starting this ITQ
Level 2 unit. The unit will be accredited and the content that
you cover on the course will enable you to demonstrate how
you can use these new skills in the work place.
Level 1 Award in Occupational Studies for the
Workplace - Business Administration route
This course is for you if you have IT skills and wish to
develop them for use in the workplace in an Office/Business
administration type role. The course will cover two units
only that teach you some of the skills required to complete
tasks in the modern office. You must complete a short
Introduction to Occupational Studies to get ready to learn
before starting this Level 1 Award qualification.
Level 1 Certificate in Occupational Studies for
the Workplace - Business Administration route
This course is for you if you have IT skills and wish to
develop them for use in the workplace in an Office/Business
administration type role. The course will teach you the skills
required to complete tasks in the modern office, including
filing skills, business meeting skills and how to work with
colleagues and customers. You must complete a short
Introduction to Occupational Studies to get ready to learn
before starting this Level 1 qualification.
ITQ Level 2
This course is for those who have a good level of ICT and
who have relevant Level 1 ICT skills. You will develop your
skills further and gain Level 2 ITQ units that may include,
Word Processing, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Improving
Productivity. You must complete a short Introduction
to ITQ2 to get ready to learn before starting this Level 2
qualification.
Courses without a qualification
Introduction to Computers FREE - start at the very beginning
and learn how to switch on, start-up computers and how
to use the mouse and keyboard. You will also learn basic
word processing skills, how to use the Internet, printing and
saving work. Limited or no ICT skills are needed to join this
course.
Set up and Use e-mail
This 3 session short course will give you the skills to set up
your own email account and learn the basics of emailing
including; sending, receiving and replying to emails.
Presentations using PowerPoint
This 6 session short course will give you the skills to plan
and create a presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. This
presentation can then be used at interviews and modified to
suit the post you are applying for.
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Information Communication Technology (ICT)
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Courses with a qualification
06/01/17
Introduction to award
in occupational studies
(business administration)
Werneth Park Centre Fri
9.30-11.45am
2
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1042
I
20/01/17
Award in occupational
studies (business
administration)
Werneth Park Centre Fri
9.30am-12pm
10
£96.00
£0.00
VV161-0042
I
21/09/16
Introduction to certificate
in occupational studies
(business administration)
Oldham Centre
Wed
9.30-11.45am
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1040
I
19/10/16
Certificate in occupational
studies (business
administration)
Oldham Centre
Wed
9.30am-12pm
20
£196.00 £0.00
VV161-0040
I
29/09/16
Introduction to certificate
in occupational studies
(business administration)
Oldham Centre
Thu
9.30-11.45am
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1041
I
03/11/16
Certificate in occupational
studies (business
administration)
Oldham Centre
Thu
9.30am-12pm
20
£196.00 £0.00
VV161-0041
I
19/09/16
Email and letter writing
Oldham Centre
Mon 12.30-2.45pm
12
£107.50 £0.00
VV161-0030
I
20/09/16
Email and letter writing
Oldham Centre
Tue
9.30-11.45am
12
£107.50 £0.00
VV161-0031
I
22/09/16
Email and letter writing
Oldham Centre
Thu
12.30-2.45pm
12
£107.50 £0.00
VV161-0032
I
10/11/16
Email and letter writing
Oldham Centre
Thu
12.30-2.45pm
12
£107.50 £0.00
VV161-0033
I
04/01/17
Email and letter writing
Oldham Centre
Wed
9.30-11.45am
12
£107.50 £0.00
VV161-0034
I
04/01/17
Email and letter writing
Oldham Centre
Wed 12.30-2.45pm
12
£107.50 £0.00
VV161-0035
I
05/01/17
Email and letter writing
Oldham Centre
Thu
12.30-2.45pm
12
£107.50 £0.00
VV161-0036
I
19/04/17
Email and letter writing
Oldham Centre
Wed
9.30-11.45am
12
£107.50 £0.00
VV161-0037
I
21/04/17
Email and letter writing
Werneth Park Centre Fri
9.30-11.45am
12
£107.50 £0.00
VV161-0038
I
24/04/17
Email and letter writing
Oldham Centre
Mon 12.30-3pm
11
£108.95 £0.00
VV161-0039
I
20/09/16
First award ICT
Oldham Centre
Tue
12.30-2.45pm
12
£110.70 £0.00
VV161-0021
I
20/09/16
First award ICT
Shaw Centre
Tue
9.30-11.45am
12
£110.70 £0.00
VV161-0022
I
21/09/16
First award ICT
Oldham Centre
Wed 12.30-2.45pm
12
£110.70 £0.00
VV161-0023
I
22/09/16
First award ICT
Oldham Centre
Thu
12
£110.70 £0.00
VV161-0024
I
09/01/17
First award ICT
Oldham Centre
Mon 12.30-3pm
11
£112.15 £0.00
VV161-0025
I
10/01/17
First award ICT
Oldham Centre
Tue
9.30am-12pm
11
£112.15 £0.00
VV161-0026
I
19/04/17
First award ICT
Oldham Centre
Wed
9.30-11.45am
12
£110.70 £0.00
VV161-0027
I
19/04/17
First award ICT
Oldham Centre
Wed 12.30-2.45pm
12
£110.70 £0.00
VV161-0028
I
20/04/17
First award ICT
Oldham Centre
Thu
12
£110.70 £0.00
VV161-0029
I
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9.30-11.45am
12.30-2.45pm
Information Communication Technology (ICT)
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
19/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30-11.45am
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1001
I
17/10/16
ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-12pm
19
£179.95 £0.00
VV161-0001
I
20/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Tue
6.15-8.30pm
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1002
I
18/10/16
ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Tue
6.15-8.45pm
19
£179.95 £0.00
VV161-0002
I
21/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Wed
9.30-11.45am
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1003
I
19/10/16
ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Wed
9.30am-12pm
20
£187.20 £0.00
VV161-0003
I
21/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Wed 12.30-2.45pm
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1004
I
19/10/16
ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Wed 12.30-3pm
20
£187.20 £0.00
VV161-0004
I
22/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Thu
9.30-11.45am
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1005
I
20/10/16
ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Thu
9.30am-12pm
20
£187.20 £0.00
VV161-0005
I
23/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30-11.45am
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1006
I
21/10/16
ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
20
£187.20 £0.00
VV161-0006
I
05/01/17
Introduction to ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Thu
12.30-2.45pm
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1008
I
02/02/17
ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Thu
12.30-3pm
20
£187.20 £0.00
VV161-0008
I
05/01/17
Introduction to ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Thu
9.30-11.45am
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1009
I
02/02/17
ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Thu
9.30am-12pm
20
£187.20 £0.00
VV161-0009
I
10/01/17
Introduction to ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Tue
12.30-2.45pm
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1010
I
07/02/17
ITQ 1
Oldham Centre
Tue
12.30-3pm
20
£187.20 £0.00
VV161-0010
I
10/01/17
Introduction to ITQ 1
Shaw Centre
Tue
9.30-11.45am
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1011
I
07/02/17
ITQ 1
Shaw Centre
Tue
9.30am-12pm
20
£187.20 £0.00
VV161-0011
I
26/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 1 |
Oldham Centre
Sage and spreadsheets
Mon
9.30-11.45am
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1007
I
31/10/16
ITQ 1 | Sage and
spreadsheets route
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-12pm
20
£187.20 £0.00
VV161-0007
I
18/04/17
ITQ 1 | units
Oldham Centre
Tue
9.30am-12pm
12
£87.00
£0.00
VV161-0012
I
20/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 2
Oldham Centre
Tue
9.30-11.45am
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1016
I
18/10/16
ITQ 2
Oldham Centre
Tue
9.30am-12pm
32
£286.00 £0.00
VV161-0016
I
20/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 2
Shaw Centre
Tue
12.30-2.45pm
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1017
I
18/10/16
ITQ 2
Shaw Centre
Tue
12.30-3pm
32
£286.00 £0.00
VV161-0017
I
20/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 2
Oldham Centre
Tue
6.15-8.30pm
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1018
I
18/10/16
ITQ 2
Oldham Centre
Tue
6.15-8.45pm
32
£286.00 £0.00
VV161-0018
I
21/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 2
Oldham Centre
Wed 12.30-2.45pm
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1019
I
19/10/16
ITQ 2
Oldham Centre
Wed 12.30-3pm
32
£286.00 £0.00
VV161-0019
I
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Information Communication Technology (ICT)
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Courses with a qualification
23/09/16
Introduction to ITQ 2
Oldham Centre
Fri
12.30-2.45pm
4
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1020
I
21/10/16
ITQ 2
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
32
£286.00 £0.00
VV161-0020
I
23/09/16
Sage | L1 computerised
accounts
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
7
£74.25
£0.00
VV161-0043
I
24/02/17
Sage | L1 computerised
accounts
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
6
£74.25
£0.00
VV161-0044
I
05/06/17
Sage | L1 computerised
accounts
Oldham Centre
Mon
9.30am-12pm
7
£74.25
£0.00
VV161-0045
I
18/11/16
Introduction to Sage L2
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30-11.45am
2
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1046
I
02/12/16
Sage | L2 computerised
accounts
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
9
£88.75
£0.00
VV161-0046
I
21/04/17
Introduction to Sage L2
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30-11.45am
2
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1047
I
05/05/17
Sage | L2 computerised
accounts
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
9
£88.75
£0.00
VV161-0047
I
Case study: Mohammed Sarfraz
Mohammed has been studying with Lifelong Learning for
more than 10 years. Since finishing a Computerised Accounts
course he has been on literacy and numeracy courses
and completed an ITQ1 computer course, where he learnt
how to use Microsoft Office software. In September 2015
he started an ITQ2 qualification. During his journey he has
learned to create templates, flyers, leaflets and spreadsheets
and used his qualification in Computerised Accounts, and
other courses, to help him set up his business as a freelance
accountant.
“The skills I have learnt are transferable to my job. I also feel
I have the confidence to show friends how to use the skills I
have learnt.”
Case Study: Ann Kershaw
Case study: Angela McCann
Ann started learning with us in 2013 when she was
referred to do a course from Remploy. She completed
an ‘Entry 2 Award in making progress’ and then
progressed on to an ‘Entry 3 First Award in ICT’ course.
In 2014, she did an ‘Email and Letter Writing’ course
and then progressed onto a ‘Business Administration,
Level’ course. Her most recent course is ITQ1 Award.
Ann has also completed literacy and numeracy courses.
Her aim to was use studying to help her get a job, but
also, as a full time carer for a family member these
courses have enabled Ann to get out of the house and
meet people. With the skills Ann has learnt and the
experience of caring for a family member, she feels like
her whole life has changed. She has now got a part
time job as a carer and she couldn’t be happier.
Angela started her learning journey with the Service
in 2014, when she completed an “Introduction to
computers” course. She then went on to do an Entry
3 “Award in Life and Living Skills” in 2015 and IT
Presentations to gain employment. She has recently
completed an ITQ1 Award. Angela is currently doing
Maths and English courses. She wanted to improve her
confidence and skills in ICT and also so she could help
her daughter – which she now can. The ICT sessions
have also helped Angela with her current studies.
“The tutors have been really friendly and I wouldn’t go
anywhere else to learn.”
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“I can now read more at home and have found the
skills learnt in English have helped my ICT, giving
me confidence to move forward. I feel a real sense
of achievement. I’ve really enjoyed my learning
experience.”
Information Communication Technology (ICT)
Courses without a qualification
23/09/16
ICT presentations for
employment
Oldham Centre
Fri
12.30-2.45pm
6
£39.15
£0.00
VC161-2010
I
11/11/16
ICT presentations for
employment
Oldham Centre
Fri
12.30-2.45pm
6
£39.15
£0.00
VC161-2011
I
24/02/17
ICT presentations for
employment
Oldham Centre
Fri
12.30-2.45pm
6
£39.15
£0.00
VC161-2012
I
21/04/17
ICT presentations for
employment
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30-11.45am
6
£39.15
£0.00
VC161-2013
I
21/09/16
Introduction to computers
Oldham Centre
Wed
9.30-11.45am
6
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1055
I
22/09/16
Introduction to computers
Oldham Centre
Thu
12.30-2.45pm
6
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1056
I
23/09/16
Introduction to computers
Werneth Park Centre Fri
9.30-11.45am
6
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1057
I
09/11/16
Introduction to computers
Oldham Centre
Wed
9.30-11.45am
6
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1058
I
10/11/16
Introduction to computers
Oldham Centre
Thu
12.30-2.45pm
6
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1059
I
06/01/17
Introduction to computers
Oldham Centre
Fri
12.30-2.45pm
6
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1060
I
06/01/17
Introduction to computers
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30-11.45am
6
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1061
I
23/02/17
Introduction to computers
Oldham Centre
Thu
12.30-2.45pm
6
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1062
I
28/02/17
Introduction to computers
Oldham Centre
Tue
12.30-2.45pm
5
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1063
I
19/04/17
Introduction to computers
Oldham Centre
Wed 12.30-2.45pm
6
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1064
I
21/04/17
Introduction to computers
Oldham Centre
Fri
12.30-2.45pm
6
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1065
I
06/06/17
Introduction to computers
Oldham Centre
Tue
12.30-2.45pm
6
£0.00
£0.00
CC161-1066
I
23/09/16
Set up and use email
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
3
£21.75
£0.00
VC161-2000
I
07/10/16
Set up and use email
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
3
£21.75
£0.00
VC161-2001
I
04/11/16
Set up and use email
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
3
£21.75
£0.00
VC161-2002
I
25/11/16
Set up and use email
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
3
£21.75
£0.00
VC161-2003
I
24/02/17
Set up and use email
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
3
£21.75
£0.00
VC161-2004
I
17/03/17
Set up and use email
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
3
£21.75
£0.00
VC161-2005
I
20/04/17
Set up and use email
Oldham Centre
Thu
12.30-3pm
3
£21.75
£0.00
VC161-2006
I
11/05/17
Set up and use email
Oldham Centre
Thu
12.30-3pm
3
£21.75
£0.00
VC161-2007
I
09/06/17
Set up and use email
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
3
£21.75
£0.00
VC161-2008
I
30/06/17
Set up and use email
Oldham Centre
Fri
9.30am-12pm
3
£21.75
£0.00
VC161-2009
I
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Languages
Enjoy learning the
language and culture of
another country in friendly,
stimulating classes.
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Learning a new language is an enjoyable and
rewarding experience, but it needs time and a
significant amount of motivation and effort on
your part. You will need to do homework – it’s
essential!
Language learning is not a “quick-fix” process.
You will gradually develop confidence and
skills. You need patience and determination to
make progress.
We offer a range of courses and
levels to suit your needs.
Our beginners’ courses are divided into two 13 week
terms over one year.
The first part of the course is called ‘Introduction to ...’,
the second is ‘Move on in...’
For further information ask for a course information sheet
for details of course content.
Please use the table below as a guide to the
appropriate level for you.
If you are a language learner progressing from one level to
the next with Oldham Lifelong Learning Service you will be
able to enrol at any centre by bringing along the Progression
Form given to you by your tutor at the end of your previous
course.
If you are studying a language with Oldham Lifelong Learning
Service for the first time or have had a gap in your language
learning you will need to speak to one of our languages team
before enrolling to ensure that you are placed on the correct
course for you.
For further information:
T: 0161 770 2146
E: [email protected]
Year one courses
Year two courses
Year three courses
Higher level courses
For beginners. You have
no previous knowledge,
although you may just
know “hello/goodbye/
thank you”.
You are probably able to do
the following in the present
tense:
• Ask for food and drink
in a bar.
• Ask for a room
You are probably
already able to, with
more confidence:
You are probably
able to talk with
some confidence:
You will learn enough
spoken and written
language for everyday
routine situations.
You want to be able to
“get by” in the language,
with some confidence.
You will need to do one
or two hours per week
learning at home.
You should choose an
“Introduction to” language
class.
• Talk simply about
yourself and your family
• Deal with simple
shopping
• Ask for and understand
simple directions
• Tell the time and date
• Say what you did last week • About routine subjects like
family, shopping, travel,
or on your last holiday
work, leisure etc.
• Say what you are going to
• To give opinions about
do next weekend
them using some past and
• Make arrangements for
future tenses with some
travel, restaurant and
understanding of grammar
accommodation bookings
Respond
quickly to
•
• Make arrangements face
unpredictable
situations
to face or on the phone
• Speak about a limited
range of routine topics
You would like to develop
your speaking and writing
skills in a wider range of
situations. You want to
increase your confidence.
You will need to do 2+ hours
per week learning at home.
You would like to be able
to express opinions and
give reasons and cope with
increasingly unpredictable
situations in the language.
You should choose a
Year 2 language class.
You should choose a
Year 3 language class.
You want to build your
confidence. You will need
to do 2-3 hours per week
learning at home.
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
You would like to further
develop your skills and to
build your confidence.
You will need to do some
extra hours learning at home
each week.
You should choose one of the
conversation courses.
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Language Courses
Courses run for 26 weeks in total, fees indicated are for 13 week terms – autumn/winter and spring/summer terms which
make up the 26 week programme. The major focus is on spoken language, supported as necessary by listening, reading
and writing. Years 1 to 3 include topics such as introductions, dates, time, food and drink, shopping, accommodation,
directions and travel, services and emergencies. In conversation classes topics vary with the needs and interests of the
group.
For most beginners it is necessary to join the course at the start of Year 1 and progress through the different stages. It is
recommended that you do not begin studying at the second term of a Year 1 class. However, if you have some language
experience please contact the languages team for advice.
Year 1 ‘Introduction to..’
and ‘Move on’
Years 2 and 3 Courses
Conversation courses up to
Intermediate Languages Courses
Higher Intermediate and
Advanced Language
Conversation
Introduce you to the
language and are intended
for complete beginners.
Continue to build on the
skills and knowledge of
Year 1.
Are suitable for learners who
have completed a Language
Year 3 course or equivalent,
such as GCSE. The levels of the
Intermediate Conversation courses
vary and a discussion with a
member of the languages team is
required before enrolment.
This level of learning is
suitable for learners who
have a knowledge of the
language equivalent to A
Level.
Made to measure language courses
Do you need a short language course specifically geared to the needs of your organisation? We can deliver specialist
courses tailored to your needs in the languages listed on pages 49 and 50 plus Urdu.
Please contact: Tracy Barnett-Platt, Curriculum Manager for Languages and ESOL to discuss your requirements and ways
in which we may be able to help you.
T: 0161 770 5187
E: [email protected]
Case study: James Bradley
James now considers Spanish as his second language
after completing three years of classes. He started
classes as his girlfriend comes from Spain and decided
that he should really learn the language if he was going to
speak with her friends and family and play a bigger part in
her family life. Because he had a basic understanding of
the language he signed initially for a Year 2 Spanish class
and has progressed to a Transition to Conversation class.
“The best bit of the course though is that in the first
lesson, the tutor asked for requests of things you would
like to learn or be more confident in by the end of the
year. This was very helpful because the people taking the
course will have varied reasons for doing it and this way
they can influence it to include what they want.
Throughout the time I have been doing the course I have
felt myself grow in confidence with my second language,
and only when finished had I realised just how far I had
come from what I started with. The tutors are extremely
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helpful and take the time to ensure everyone understands
the subject being discussed before moving on.
Furthermore all the students are in the same place and at
the same level so they are always full of support”.
Languages
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Courses without a qualification
07/10/16
French intermediate
conversation
Werneth Park
Centre
Fri
9.30-11.30am
13
£148.20 £75.40
CC164-0124
I
03/02/17
French intermediate
conversation
Werneth Park
Centre
Fri
9.30-11.30am
13
£148.20 £75.40
CC164-0125
I
05/10/16
French middle intermediate
conversation
Werneth Park
Centre
Wed
7-9pm
13
£148.20 £75.40
CC164-0122
I
01/02/17
French middle intermediate
conversation
Werneth Park
Centre
Wed
7-9pm
13
£148.20 £75.40
CC164-0123
I
06/10/16
French transition to
conversation
Werneth Park
Centre
Thu
7-9pm
13
£148.20 £75.40
CC164-0120
I
02/02/17
French transition to
conversation
Werneth Park
Centre
Thu
7-9pm
13
£148.20 £75.40
CC164-0121
I
04/10/16
French, year 1
Shaw Centre
Tue
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20
CC164-0116
I
31/01/17
French, year 1
Shaw Centre
Tue
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20
CC164-0117
I
06/10/16
French, year 2
Werneth Park
Centre
Thu
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20
CC164-0118
I
02/02/17
French, year 2
Werneth Park
Centre
Thu
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20
CC164-0119
I
03/10/16
German, introduction
Werneth Park
Centre
Mon
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20
CC164-0126
I
30/01/17
German, move on
Werneth Park
Centre
Mon
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20
CC164-0127
I
05/10/16
Italian, introduction
Werneth Park
Centre
Wed
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20
CC164-0128
I
01/02/17
Italian, move on
Werneth Park
Centre
Wed
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20
CC164-0129
I
03/10/16
Italian, year 2
Oldham Centre
Mon
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20
CC164-0130
I
30/01/17
Italian, year 2
Oldham Centre
Mon
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20
CC164-0131
I
06/10/16
Lip reading
Oldham Centre
Thu
10am-12pm
13
£0.00
£0.00
CC164-0132
I
02/02/17
Lip reading
Oldham Centre
Thu
10am-12pm
13
£0.00
£0.00
CC164-0133
I
08/10/16
Lip reading
Oldham Centre
Sat
10am-12pm
13
£0.00
£0.00
CC164-0134
I
04/02/17
Lip reading
Oldham Centre
Sat
10am-12pm
13
£0.00
£0.00
CC164-0135
I
06/10/16
Spanish advanced
conversation
Lees Library
Thu
10am-12pm
13
£148.20 £75.40
CC164-0114
I
02/02/17
Spanish advanced
conversation
Lees Library
Thu
10am-12pm
13
£148.20 £75.40
CC164-0115
I
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Languages
Date
Course title
Venue
Day
Times
04/10/16
Spanish intermediate
conversation
Saddleworth
School
Tue
7-9pm
13
£148.20 £75.40 CC164-0112
I
31/01/17
Spanish intermediate
conversation
Saddleworth
School
Tue
7-9pm
13
£148.20 £75.40 CC164-0113
I
07/10/16
Spanish transition to
conversation
Lees Library
Fri
10am-12pm
13
£148.20 £75.40 CC164-0110
I
03/02/17
Spanish transition to
conversation
Lees Library
Fri
10am-12pm
13
£148.20 £75.40 CC164-0111
I
04/10/16
Spanish, introduction
Saddleworth
School
Tue
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20 CC164-0100
I
06/10/16
Spanish, introduction
Werneth Park
Centre
Thu
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20 CC164-0102
I
31/01/17
Spanish, move on
Saddleworth
School
Tue
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20 CC164-0101
I
02/02/17
Spanish, move on
Werneth Park
Centre
Thu
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20 CC164-0103
I
05/10/16
Spanish, year 2
Werneth Park
Centre
Wed
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20 CC164-0104
I
01/02/17
Spanish, year 2
Werneth Park
Centre
Wed
7-9pm
13
£94.90
£31.20 CC164-0105
I
06/10/16
Spanish, year 2
Failsworth Centre Thu
10am-12pm
13
£94.90
£31.20 CC164-0106
I
02/02/17
Spanish, year 2
Failsworth Centre Thu
10am-12pm
13
£94.90
£31.20 CC164-0107
I
04/10/16
Spanish, year 3
Werneth Park
Centre
Tue
10am-12pm
13
£94.90
£31.20 CC164-0108
I
31/01/17
Spanish, year 3
Werneth Park
Centre
Tue
10am-12pm
13
£94.90
£31.20 CC164-0109
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Case study: Linda and Steve Adams
Being able to enjoy life in the sun was one of the reasons
Linda and Steve Adams started studying Spanish with
Oldham Lifelong Learning Service.
The couple have been visiting Nerja in Southern Spain for
the past 13 years and intend to retire there when Steve
hits retirement age in 2019.
Although they have picked up a few words and phrases,
they now want to hold conversations and understand
Spanish to a good level to assist with this prospective
move and, in the interim, to make their yearly trips to Nerja
more enjoyable.
After discussing prospective courses with staff they
enrolled on Introduction to Spanish and have since moved
on to Spanish Year 1.
“Our confidence has vastly improved, in speaking, reading
and writing Spanish. Our Spanish friends have noticed the
difference over the course of the year.
“It has also given us the opportunity to do something as
a couple and study together. When we move to Spain in
2019 this course and future courses will have given us the
perfect grounding and language ability to converse.”
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Sess. Full fee
Conc.
Class code
Equality and diversity
We are committed to providing equal access to learning
and a learning experience that is free from discrimination,
harassment and victimisation. We celebrate the benefits that
difference brings and the contribution of every individual in
our Service.
You will get more information on equality and diversity in
your course induction and in the Learner Handbook which is
given to you at the start of the course. Our equality policies
and plans are available at all centres.
For more information on equality and diversity policies
please contact Chiaka Ebizie, Senior Manager on
T: 0161 770 8056
E: [email protected]
Confidentiality
When you begin a course with Lifelong Learning we ask
you for your personal details such as your residency status,
benefit status, ethnic heritage and disability status and
whether you have any additional learning requirements. We
are required to ask some questions by law to make sure
that we are giving people of all backgrounds fair access
to learning. We want to learn about your full requirements
so that we can give the best possible service to all of our
learners.
We are committed to ensuring that information about
learners is kept with due regard to the privacy of all
concerned.
All information systems used comply with the:
•
Data Protection Act 1998
•
Equality Act 2010
•
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Information is shared with our funding body, the Skills
Funding Agency, in accordance with the Data Sharing
Protocol. They may wish to contact you to ask you to
take part in surveys or research. If you do not wish to be
contacted please tick the box in the Declaration section of
the enrolment form. We do not share your information with
organisations for marketing or sales purposes.
We, or the Agency, may contact you after you have
completed your programme of learning to establish whether
you have gained employment or gone onto further training.
Information is also passed to the Learner Registration
Service for the purpose of allocating you a Unique Learner
Number (ULN) and the creation of your Personal Learning
Record. The ULN is used to enable collection and sharing
of data within the education sector. The Personal Learning
Record is a lifelong record of your learning and qualifications,
which will be accessible to you, organisations linked to your
education and training and any other organisations you
choose. You can access your Personal Learning Record
online by logging onto the National Careers Service web site
at nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk. For further details of
how your data is shared and used by the Learning Records
Service and how to change who has access to your record,
please call the Learning Records Service’s Customer
helpdesk on 0345 602 2589.
We will provide a private area when discussing confidential
or sensitive information. Learners’ records are stored in line
with Skills Funding Agency requirements.
For more information on confidentiality of learner
records please call Caroline Ballard, Senior Manager on
T: 0161 770 8052
E: [email protected]
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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How to pay for your course
Course Fees can be made up of a
Books and equipment
•Tuition fee
and where applicable:
•examination or assessment fee
•materials fee
You may need stationery, textbooks or other materials for
some subjects. Please refer to the course information sheet
or ask your tutor at your first class before buying any items.
You may be able to borrow books from the Library.
In full
Learners entitled to a concessionary rate do not pay any
fees for qualification courses that are funded by the Skills
Funding Agency. If you are in receipt of a benefit, proof of
this must be shown when you enrol for your course.
If your course fee is less than £70 you must make full
payment at enrolment. Your position on the course is not
secure until payment has been made.
By instalments
If your course fee amounts to £70 or more, we can accept
payment in three equal instalments over three consecutive
months via cash, cheque, debit or credit card.
If you withdraw from your course later than one week
before the course starts you will be charged the
outstanding balance of the full cost of the course.
By employer
If your employer is paying for your course you must provide
written confirmation on letter-headed paper from your
employer. We will send them an invoice.
By telephone or online
You will be able to pay online or over the phone (by credit/
debit card only) if your course does not require pre-course
advice and guidance and you are paying the full fee.
Please ring any centre to enrol and pay or visit
www.oldham.gov.uk/lifelong. Online payments are
processed by our payment provider, WorldPay, who will
send you an email confirmation of your payment.
By Advanced Learner Loan
If you are studying a Level 3 course, you may be able to
apply to the Student Loans Company for an Advanced
Learner Loan to pay your fees.
For more information, please contact the National Careers
Service on 0161 393 6474 or visit
www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan
Examination/accreditation fees
Courses with a qualification (accredited courses) have an
examination or accreditation fee. This fee is included in
the course fee for the majority of courses. Where there are
separate examination charges you will pay for these during
the course. You will not be able to enrol onto any accredited
courses unless you intend to achieve the award and
complete the course. This is a requirement of our external
funding agreement with the Skills Funding Agency. If you
wish to do a course without a qualification there is a wide
range of options in the listings where you enrol each term.
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Concessionary status
Please bring original documents as we are unable to accept
photocopies. All our courses are for adults aged 19 years
and over.
Circumstances that qualify for a concessionary rate on
qualification courses with codes beginning with letter V.
You are:
• in receipt of Job Seeker’s Allowance;
• in receipt of Employment and Support Allowance (workrelated activity only);
• in receipt of Universal Credit (work related requirements
group, work preparation group or work focused group);
• studying a Maths or English (Skills for Life) course);
• aged 19-23 and studying at Entry Level, Level 1 or 2
course (not ESOL) without having already obtained a Full
Level 2;
• aged 19-23 and studying your first Full Level 3;
•
You may be entitled to a concession if you are
unemployed ( or earning less than £115.20 per week), in
receipt of another state benefit and you wish to study a
qualification that may help you gain employment. You will
need to discuss this with one of our Information, Advice
and Guidance staff before you enrol.
If you have difficulty paying the course fees and are on a low
income you can apply to the Discretionary Learner Support
Fund for financial support when you enrol.
If you withdraw from your course
You will only receive a refund if you tell us no later than one
week before the course starts that you wish to withdraw.
If you withdraw after this you will not be entitled to a refund
and if you are paying for your course by instalments you will
be charged the outstanding balance of the full cost of the
course.
Your course is either part-funded or fully funded by the
Skills Funding Agency and the European Social Fund.
Therefore, you should only enrol on the course if you intend
to complete it.
If you have been mandated to training by Job Centre Plus,
your benefit may be affected if you withdraw from the
course.
Please note:
Learners are not entitled to concessions for a Level 3
qualification course, but can apply for an Advanced
Learner Loan. Please ring a member of the Curriculum
team for more information and help with this.
Learners entitled to a concessionary rate for non
qualification courses that are subsidised by the Skills
Funding Agency pay a reduced fee.
Hints and tips...
Circumstances that qualify for a concessionary rate on
courses with codes beginning with the letter C.
to help you now that you
have chosen your course
You are in receipt of:
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Housing Benefit
Council Tax Reduction (Low Income Only)
Income Support
Universal Credit
Job Seeker’s Allowance
Working Tax Credit with a household income of less
than £16,105 per annum (Child Tax Credit alone is
not eligible)
Pension Guarantee Credit
(Saving Credit only is not eligible).
Employment and Support Allowance
Asylum seeker in receipt of Asylum Support assistance.
Unwaged dependent of a person on the above Benefits
If you have difficulty paying the course fees and are on a
low income you can apply to the Non Vocational Support
Fund for financial support when you enrol.
Specialist courses, workshops and
small groups
Specialist courses, workshops and small groups are offered
at a higher hourly rate. There is a partial concession on
these courses for people in receipt of the benefits
shown above.
We also run some cost recovery courses. These are
set at a competitive rate but have no concessions.
Refunds
We only give a refund if your class closes or if you give
advance notice no later than one week before the course
start date that you will not be taking up your place on a
course.
If you withdraw after this, you will not be entitled to a refund
and if you are paying by instalments you will be charged the
outstanding balance of the full cost of the course.
Getting organised …
• Make a note of your class day, time and location
• Keep the receipt you were given when you paid for
your course and bring it to your first class.
• Make a note of the telephone number of the centre
your class is based in, just in case you need to let
us know if you will not be able to attend.
• Try to arrive a few minutes early at your first class.
Important information is given then, such as
whether you need to buy any books or equipment,
or what will be provided for you. You will meet
fellow learners for the first time and begin to get to
know them.
• Over the first three weeks your tutor will carry out
an induction programme to ensure you are fully
briefed about your course content, health and
safety procedures and to help you to settle in.
• Take a notepad and pen with you that you always
use just for your class. Jot down all of your notes in
it throughout your course and then everything will
be kept in one place.
• Don’t invest in anything else before your first class,
unless you are attending an arts and crafts or
cookery class and have been advised to bring your
own items (such as your own cloths for cookery).
• You might need to set additional time aside for
working at home. Your tutor will tell you during
induction of approximate time requirements, to
enable you to organise your additional study time.
For example, you may be given homework.
You might also want to work on a project in your
own time in addition to the time you spend in
your class.
• If you have any questions about your course do not
hesitate to contact us.
Changes to published courses
and services
Although we will always do our best to provide our courses
and services as published, we may need to alter, postpone
or cancel courses or services or any aspects of them
without incurring liability if circumstances arise beyond
our control.
All information about Oldham Lifelong Learning Service is,
as far as possible, accurate at the time of publication.
If your course fee is £70 or more you can pay in three equal monthly instalments.
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Oldham Lifelong Learning Centres
Freephone 0800 525 956
www.oldham.gov.uk/lifelong
E: [email protected]
All of our centres are equipped with a hearing loop and are accessible by disabled people. However, please note that we
also offer courses in schools and centres across Oldham where some rooms may be reached by stairs. Please telephone
any of our centres if you have any concern regarding accessibility. All centres have limited free car parking facilities except
the Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre, although there is a large public car park adjacent to the centre.
Coldhurst Lifelong Learning Centre
Useful contact numbers
Rochdale Road, Coldhurst, Oldham, OL1 2JD
T: 0161 770 5187
E: [email protected]
Learndirect
Freephone 0800 101 901
National Careers Service
0161 393 6474
Failsworth Lifelong Learning Centre
Positive Steps
0161 621 9400
Failsworth Town Hall, Oldham Road, Failsworth,
Manchester, M35 0FH
T: 0161 770 5800
E: [email protected]
Oldham College General Enquiries
0161 785 4000
Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre
The Cultural Quarter, Greaves Street, Oldham OL1 1AL
T: 0161 770 8030/8031
F: 0161 626 6246
E: [email protected]
Shaw Lifelong Learning Centre
High Street, Shaw, Oldham OL2 8TB
T: 0161 770 5544
E: [email protected]
Turf Lane Lifelong Learning Centre
Turf Lane, Chadderton, Oldham OL9 8HP
T: 0161 770 1239
E: [email protected]
University Campus Oldham
0161 344 8800
Oldham Council
0161 770 3000
Oldham Library
0161 770 8000
Greater Manchester Travel Line
0871 200 2233 (Bus and Metrolink information)
calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company’s
access charge.
Other networks and mobiles vary.
www.tfgm.com
To enquire about TfGM Travel Vouchers
0161 244 1050
Werneth Park Lifelong Learning Centre
Ring and Ride
0845 688 4933
Frederick Street, Oldham OL8 1RB
T: 0161 770 8265
E: [email protected]
Oldham Promobility and Community Transport
0161 633 0097 (Telephone bookings)
0161 633 0040 (Mobility scooters and wheelchairs)
Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)
0344 488 9622
Please note that your network provider may charge you if
you use your mobile telephone to call freephone numbers.
Published by Oldham Council
Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre
The Cultural Quarter,
Greaves Street, Oldham OL1 1AL
T: 0161 770 4237
E: [email protected]
www.oldham.gov.uk
As part of Oldham’s commitment to a
sustainable future. When you have finished with
this booklet, please recycle it.
All information correct at time of going to press.
Published July 2016