Types of
course we
offer...
English & Maths
Our Functional Skills and GCSE courses help
you get the qualifications you need for further
study or employment.
ESOL
English for Speakers of Other Languages courses - for
improving your English communication skills.
Vocational Qualifications
Develop your knowledge and skills relevant to specific
professions and industries - all while getting real
work experience.
Access to HE
Get the qualifications you need to study at
Higher Education level. Choose from a range of
courses to study subjects related to the direction
you want to take.
Traineeships
Ideal to get experience in a specific field if you're
struggling to find work.
Apprenticeships
Earn while you learn - train on the job, make
work contacts, and study for a qualification at the
same time.
Continous Professional Development
Short courses that can give you the boost you need
for your career progression.
Online flexible learning
Study remotely - but with college support -
and for FREE!
E-learning
A range of online courses, many offered by recognised
awarding bodies.
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On your side…
We provide all the support you need to succeed in
college life… and beyond!
Our Progress Coaches work with you on an individual basis and
in groups to ensure you're getting the most from your course and
you're comfortable in your learning surroundings.
Careers advice is offered at our Rush Green campus - as well as by
phone and email. Our team will help you with course choices, career
direction and preparing for employment.
A counselling service is also available to help you with any issues you
face during your time as a student with us.
We believe that everyone should be supported to improve
their job prospects and opportunities for further study.
Additional learning support is available to students with learning
difficulties or disabilities, and to those who require extra help with literacy,
numeracy or language.
Learning support
Job Centre Plus
If you receive benefits, you could qualify for a free
place on one of our part-time training courses.
Our partnership with Job Centre Plus also enables us to help you
with CV writing and interview skills.
A representative is available at local Job Centre Plus locations.
Call us on 020 3667 0493 (or contact the Redbridge, Canning
Town, Romford or Barking branches themselves) to see which
days we're there.
National
Careers
Service
Students can also benefit
from our links with the
National Careers Service.
Representatives visit our Rush
Green campus each week to offer
advice and guidance on learning,
training and work.
16 - Adult Core Skills, ESOL and
Access to Higher Education
18 - STEM
- Engineering
- IT
- Digital Media
- Motor Vehicle
- Science
21 - Creative
- Art & Design
- 3D Design
- Fashion Design
- Graphic Design
- Photography
- Performing Arts
- Music
24 - Construction
- Carpentry
- Electrical
- Construction Design Management
- Painting & Decorating
- Plumbing
- Trowel Trades
28 - Care
- Childcare
- Health & Social Care
- Counselling
30 - Teaching
32 - Service industries
- Beauty
- Food Studies
- Hairdressing
35 - Business, Finance & Management
- Business
- Finance
- Management
37 - Sport & Public Services
- Public Services
- Sport
- Prince's Trust
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