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1 PART-TIME & DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES 2022 YOURSELFSTARTING JANUARY JUNE 2022 UPSKILL RESKILL JUST FOR FUNSURPRISEM&C Ver 3 01/22 CONTENTS HELLO ..2 HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE ..3 HOW TO BOOK ..3 FUNDING OPTIONS ..4 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ..4 COURSES ACCOUNTING ..6 ART AND DESIGNART ..7 PHOTOGRAPHY ..7 DRESSMAKING AND SEWING ..9 AUTOMOTIVE ..9 BAKING AND CAKE DECORATION ..11 BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE ..11 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ..12-13 CARE STUDIESHEALTHY LIVING ..14 MENTAL WELLBEING ..14 SUPPORTING HEALTH CARE ..15 COMPUTING/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYDIGITAL MEDIA ..16 DIGITAL PASSPORT ..16 FIRST STEPS ..17 MICROSOFT OFFICE.

2 17-18 NETWORKING AND PROGRAMMING ..19 WEB PAGE DESIGN AND INTERNET SECURITY ..19 CONSTRUCTION ..20 COUNSELLING ..20 CREATIVE 21 CUSTOMER CARE ..21 DATA PROTECTION ..22 EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE ..22 ENGINEERINGENGINEERING ..23 ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ..23-24 FABRICATION & WELDING ..24 MECHANICAL ..26-27 ESOL ..28-29 FIRST AID: PAEDIATRIC ..29 FLORISTRY ..29 HAIRDRESSING AND BEAUTY THERAPYHAIRDRESSING ..30 BEAUTY THERAPY ..30 HEALTH AND SAFETY ..31 HIGHERS AND NATIONAL 4/5 ..32 HIGHERS: EXAM PREPARATION ..33 HOSPITALITYCOOKING ..33 LICENSING ..34 FOOD HYGIENE ..35 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ..35 LANGUAGES.

3 36 MUSIC & MEDIA ..37 PSYCHOLOGY ..37 SELF DEVELOPMENT ..37 SOCIAL SCIENCES ..37 SPORT & FITNESS ..38 SUPPLY CHAIN AND TRANSPORT ..382 HELLOW elcome to NESCol s Part-time and Distance Learning directory for 2021/22. Here you will find courses that can help you develop new skills, gain qualifications and pursue a hobby or interest. Perhaps you want to take your career in a different direction or improve job prospects? Are you looking for a bit of escapism by trying something completely different? Do you want to build on a long held passion? SURPRISE yourself and book yourself onto a learning journey with NESCol.

4 There s always something satisfying about taking on a new challenge. Amaze yourself with what you are able to achieve!YOU CHOOSEYou can study at one our campuses or learning centres located across the region. Our part-time courses typically have multiple date and location options. Alternatively take the distance learning option where courses can be studied at a time and place of your choosing. Many are fully online (with and without tutor support) whilst some require campus or centre attendance often for assessment purposes note: In response to Covid -19, courses may be delivered through a blend of campus based classes and/or remote learning.

5 Please check at time of booking. All classroom environments follow strict government social distancing guidelines to ensure the health and safety of students, staff and visitors. 3 HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE1. Browse subject areas that interest you and shortlist course options2. Go to the dedicated course web page for further information at Make your choice and book your place CAN T FIND WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR?We want to offer courses at a place and time that is right for you. Let us know what you are looking for and if we have enough interest to run a course we ll set one up. For campus or centre based courses we can only do this if we have a viable class size.

6 Drop us an email: COURSES FOR COMMUNITY GROUPS AND EMPLOYERSIf you are part of a group or organisation which would benefit from training in a particular subject, digital skills or languages, we can come to you. Alternatively we can deliver a tailor-made course for you in one of many learning centres across the Joy Aiken to discuss what you are looking for or call 07540 417 314 HOW TO BOOK ONLINE PAYMENT Find the course you wish to book Click the apply button Select the online option Follow the instructionsPlease note online booking cannot be used for Fee Waiver, Individual Training Account (ITA) payments or those who may not meet the residency requirements.

7 You need to complete a Waiver 1 Form or SDS (ITA) Declaration form and attach with a paper application that you can download on the course web page. Not all of our courses are available for online booking. In some cases entry requirements must be verified prior to applying and you will be asked to contact us regarding your APPLICATION Go online and find the course you wish to book Click the apply button Select the paper application option Follow the instructionsEMAILE mail the completed application form to and an advisor will arrange to call you and take payment. We accept MasterCard/VISA/Maestro/Delta card BOOKINGSIf you are looking to upskill or reskill your employees there are courses in this guide that may suit your needs.

8 From professional accreditations to modern apprenticeships we are here to help. We are able to provide bespoke training and you may be eligible for funding from the Flexible Workforce Development Fund (FWDF).The FWDF offers funded training up to 15,000, find out more hereDepending on your chosen course you can book through the online or paper application options as above selecting either the Book For An Employee button (online) or Employer Booking Form (paper). The online option requires you to register if new to the service. Once your employees enrol and you have registered for the service, you will be able to see up to date attendance information and will have access to verified looking to book Distance Learning courses must use the Distance Learning Application from which is available online on the course page under the paper application help or advice email 4 FUNDING OPTIONSF unding is dependent upon your chosen course and/or your personal circumstances.

9 FUNDING OPTIONS FOR PART-TIME COURSES INCLUDE: Individual Training Account (ITA) SAAS Part-Time Fee Grant Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) Remission of Fees (Fee Waiver)Find out moreFUNDING OPTIONS FOR DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES INCLUDE: Individual Training Account (ITA) Remission of Fees (Fee Waiver)Find out more Funding can be confusing but you can contact a student advisor to discuss your options based on your individual circumstances. Email: BODIESBCSB ritish Computer SocietyCACHEC ouncil for Awards in Care, Health and EducationCILTC hartered Institute of Logistics and TransportCIPDC hartered Institute of Personnel and DevelopmentCity & GuildsCity & Guilds QualificationColl CertCollege CertificateHigherScottish Qualification at SCQF Level 6 HNCH igher National CertificateHNDH igher National DiplomaHN UnitHigher National UnitIABI nternational Association of BookkeepersIELTSI nternational English Language Testing SystemILMI nstitute of Leadership and ManagementNational 4 Scottish Qualification at SCQF Level 4 National 5 Scottish Qualification at SCQF Level 5 Nat CertNational CertificateNat UnitNational UnitNCFEN

10 Ational Awarding OrganisationNEBOSHN ational Examination Board in Occupational Safety and HealthOnline CertificateCertificate Awarded Online Upon CompletionPDAP rofessional Development AwardREHISR oyal Environmental Health Institute of ScotlandSQAS cottish Qualifications AuthoritySVQS cottish Vocational QualificationTQUKT raining Qualification UKSDS INDIVIDUAL TRAINING ACCOUNTS (ITAS) BEAT THE CLOSING DATE!This fund will close to applications on 28th February 2022 so act now and apply for funding of up to 200 which you can redeem against a single course in a 12 month period. Note: check course eligibility at the following web link here5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOWCOVID 19 AND COURSE DELIVERYPart-time campus and centre based courses may be delivered through a blend of on-site classes and/or remote learning.