Two years full-time

September

Where does it take place?

Lillyhall Campus

Course details for full-time applicants applying through UCAS are:

Institution code: L05

What’s on the Course?

The College follows the financial accounting stream for the Technicians stage. This comprises the following
units:

Financial Statements

Budgeting

Financial Performance

Internal Control and Accounting
Systems (Project)

Options:

Personal Tax

Business Tax

All students will be exempt from this final unit, if they have progressed from Level 3 or the AAT Intermediate.

Only those starting directly at this level will be required to complete the unit.

What are the entry requirements?

AAT Intermediate, NVQ Level 3 in Accounting or an exemption at Level 3.

What can I do next?

Successful Technician students can apply to become full members of the AAT which enables them to use the letters MAAT after their name.

You could choose to progress to train for further professional accountancy qualifications with ICAEW,CIMA,ICASor ACCA.

There are employment opportunities for AAT accounting technicians throughout the UK and many members practise as self-employed accountants

How will I be assessed?

As the ATT technician course is an NVQ it is assessed by a portfolio of evidence of competence, which will include a 4000 word work based project. There is also an additional requirement in four of the units to pass examinations which are externally set and marked.

How long does it take?

Two years full-time, alternatively a part-time option is available which takes three years. Either option
enables learners to work part-time or remain in employment at the same time as acquiring a Higher Education qualification.

How much does it cost?

contact college

How do I apply?

Full Time students should apply via UCAS – visits website www.ucas.com

One year part-time

September

When does it start?

September

Where does it take place?

Lillyhall Campus

Achievement rates

New Course

The course comprises 7 mandatory units

— Accounts preparation 2

— Cash management

— Costs and revenues

— Indirect tax

— Spreadsheet software

— Professional ethics in accounting and finance

How long does it take?

The course runs one year of part-time study. There are two modes of attendance: Two evenings a week
(Tuesday and Thursday) from 6.00 until 8.00 or all day Tuesday from 9.30 until 4.00.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is by 7 online exams.

What are the entry requirements?

AAT Level 2, NVQ 2 in Accounting or appropriate work experience in the financial sector.

What can I do next?

Successful Level 3 students can progress to the AAT Level 4 Certificate and obtain employment in accounting

How much does it cost?

Course fees: To be confirmed
Exam fees: To be confirmed

One year part-time

September

Where does it take place?

Lillyhall Campus

Achievement rates

New Course

What’s on the Course?

— Basic accounting 1

— Basic accounting 2

— Basic costing

— Computerised accounting

— Work effectively in accounting and finance

How long does it take?

The course runs one year of part-time study with attendance on one evening a week (Tuesday) from 6.00 until 9.00.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is by 4 online exams and an assignment.

What are the entry requirements?

There are no formal entry requirements, but basic communication and numeracy skills are required to complete the course

What can I do next?

Successful Level 2 students can progress to the AAT Level 3 Diploma and obtain employment in bookkeeping or accounting

How much does it cost?

Course fees: To be confirmed
Exam fees: To be confirmed

How do I apply?

To apply for this course you will need to complete a college application form and then have an interview. Contact details below.

If you need any help deciding which course to apply for you can get impartial advice and guidance from our
Advice & Guidance Officer or Student Services.

What’s on the Course?
Compulsory Units:

HND Business Full Time – This is a 2 year course available as a daytime only option.

Year 1

6 mandatory units:

• Business Environment
• Managing Financial Resources and Decisions
• Organisations and Behaviour
• Marketing Principles
• Managing Business Activity
• Managing Communication, Knowledge and Information

Year 2
6 further mandatory units:
• Contract and Negligence for Business
• Business Decision Making
• Business Strategy
• Personal and Professional Development
• Research Project
• Working With and Leading People

You will also be expected to choose 2 option modules in both the first and second year.  The options are chosen from the fields of Marketing, HRM and Accounting.

What are the entry requirements?
It is anticipated that most students will have one or more of the following:
BTEC National or Advanced GNVQ in a relevant subject
At least one GCE A Level in a relevant subject 
Access to HE certificate
Appropriate work experience Due to the level of academic writing required candidates should also possess a GCSE in English language at Grade C or above.

Candidates will complete an introductory assessment prior to starting the course in order to judge suitability.

What can I do next?
Upon successful completion students can progress to a Degree course in a Business related discipline or within a work-related specialist area.

How will I be assessed?
Through assignments, portfolios, tests, presentations and projects.  Unit grading is at Pass, Merit or Distinction.
How long does it take?This is a 2 year course available as a daytime only option.When does it start?September.

How much does it cost?
HND Full Time: £3,400 per year (£6,800)

Level 2 (intermediate)

Further Education

Full Time

What is this course?

This is a 1-year full time course aimed at people who have an interest in Photography. You may be either considering a career directly in this industry or something that is linked to it, for example travel, media or the hospitality industry.

Success leads to

• L1 Award in Photography
• L2 Award in Photography
• L2 Award in Customer Service (Hospitality, Leisure and Travel and Tourism)
• L2 Certificate in Developing Enterprise Skills
• World-wide Travel Destinations  (for Photography).

There is also an additional qualifications in Event Planning in Report Reps/ Cabin Crew which can be studied instead of the L2 Photography. The course will involve trips, visits and projects and all students will follow a course in Personal and Social Development and Functional Skills in English and maths. Learning is engaging, interactive and applied to the world of Photography.

Students will be taught by a professional photographer and have access to a modern studio and links to the photography/travel industry.

Further detail on the   subjects studied can be found at www.lcwc.ac.uk/courses 

What are the Entry requirements?
You should have at least 5 GCSEs at grades D to G including English D or above, or a BTEC level 1 Diploma in subject and GCSE English at D or above. You should have an interest in photography, working with people and customer service; have good communication and keyboarding skills, and an interest in the travel as you will be on location at times in the UK and possibly abroad. In certain circumstances, you may have significant work experience or pass the induction process, which may cover some or all of the formal entry requirements. Student Services staff can help you with any aspect of the entry requirements.

How is the course assessed?
The Photography, Customer Service, Travel and Business and courses are continually assessed throughout the year by practical assignments and portfolio's.  Functional skills in English has practical assessments and a test; Functional Skills maths has a test

When does it start
The course starts with an induction week in September, and then runs throughout the year in term time until July. You will  study for three days a week at the Lillyhall campus.

Progression opportunities
Upon successful completion students can progress to a full time level 3 (Advanced) course and eventually onto Higher Education, or move into employment in the industry e.g.leisure and tourism organisations, hospitality and customer service, the creative industries, including media including films, newspapers, magazines, catalogues; Fashion and interiors photography and styling. Social and portrait photography, advertising and marketing, merchandising and retail, business projects and administration. 

What does the
course cost?
Full time students under 19 – free.

Full time students over 19 – please contact Lakes College for further information.

(certain remissions may be available, contact Student 

What support is available to me?
If you are on benefits or have a low income then there are various funds which may be available to you. There may be support with the costs of joining and coming to College if you an adult, and also help with childcare. Our team also has extensive knowledge of national schemes which you may be eligible for. If you have any questions about financial support please contact the Student Services team in the Centre next to reception. You can also contact us by phone on 01946 839300 extension 1143 or 1153 

How do I apply?
If you are interested in securing a place on this course you will need to complete and submit an application insert details on how to do this. Following this you will be invited to attend an information event at the college and have a personal interview with a member of the teaching team where you can discuss the course, studying at the college, and your suitability. Before applying student services can help you consider if this is the right course for you or any aspects of learning and life at our college.

Qualifications you will study

Ncfe level 1 certificate in photography

You will develop an understanding of basic photographic processes, using digital equipment.

1. Use the camera and accessories to create images

2. Understand and apply image production skills

3. Produce and evaluate a range of photographic images

Ncfe level 2 certificate in photography

You will develop your skills further and specialize in your chosen area  .

1.explore photographic equipment including studio, techniques, materials and resources

2. Develop and adapt photographic ideas creatively

3. Produce and evaluate photographic images in your specialised area.

Ncfe level 2 certificate in developing enterprise skills

You will understands what enterprise capabilities are, and can develop their own enterprise skills. You will develop your own capabilities through the planning, implementation and evaluation of project work in the context of photography (business and travel)

1. Understand and explore enterprise skills

2. Plan and carry out an enterprising project

3. Evaluation of enterprise project and self development

Ncfe level 2 extended award in the principles of customer service in hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism

Aim: this qualification is well recognised within the industry as the standard for customer service training

1. Cultural awareness

2. The role of a customer service representative in welcoming tourists and visitors to their destination

3. Principles of customer service in hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism

4. Meet the requirements of customers in the hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism industry, with specific needs

Worldwide travel and tourism destinations

In this unit  you will use an atlas to locate and name places in the world, as well as identifying tourist destinations and attractions that you may wish to photograph, visit or work.

1. Worldwide travel and tourism destinations

What’s on the Course?
Compulsory Units:
Business Environment
Managing Financial Resources and
Decisions
Organisations and Behaviour
Marketing Principles
Option al Units including:
Business Strategy
Financial Accounting and Reporting
Advertising and Promotion in Business
Human Resource Management

What are the entry requirements?
— A level 3 qualification in business andmanagement
— Higher National Certificate
— ILM Certificate in First Line Management

What can I do next?
When you have successfully completed this course, you may be able to progress to:
— Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Level 7
— Degree in Business/Management

How will I be assessed?
Assessment is undertaken using different methods such as:
— written assignments
— essays
— portfolio and logs
— presentation and group work.

How long does it take?
18 Months

When does it start?
September.

How much does it cost?
TBC

How do I apply?
To apply for this course you will need to complete a college application form and then have an interview. Contact details below.
If you need any help deciding which course to apply for you can get impartial advice and guidance from our
Advice & Guidance Officer or Student Services. Student Services Telephone: 01946 839300.

Whats on the course?
The aim of this Apprenticeship is to provide the Warehousing Industry with staff who have the knowledge, skills and confidence to help their businesses grow and to provide a career path for Apprentices to higher level jobs and qualifications.

Assessment information
The Certificate in Warehousing and Storage at Level 2 is a combined qualification incorporating competence and knowledge, which are separately assessed.
Apprentices must achieve at least 10 credits for competence and at least 10 credits for knowledge when selecting units to meet the requirements of the SASE
The framework totals 41 credits which include competence, knowledge, the QCF Award: Employee Rights and Responsibilities in the Logistics Industry
Two Functional Skills of English and Maths Level 1.

How Long does it take?
The Apprenticeship will last for approximately 12 months, with 1 day a week in college and 4 days with your employer.

When does it start?
Open to inductions throughout the year

Who is it suitable for?
The Level 2 Apprenticeship is aimed at learners who want to develop skills and knowledge in the industry.

What are the entry Requirements?
4 GCSE’s at grade D or 3 GCSE’s at grade D plus either Literacy or Numeracy Basic Skills Assessment at Level 1.
Good attitude to learning.
Enthusiasm for the occupational area.
Willingness to achieve your goals.
Minimum age of 16 years.

Where does it take place?
The majority of the assessment is in the workplace.

What can I do next?
On the completion of level 2 Apprenticeship learners can progress on to an Intermediate Apprenticeship in Team Leading Level 2. Intermediate / Advanced Apprenticeship in Customer Service.

What’s on the Course?
— Personal Development as a Manager and Leader
— Information based Decision Making
— Resource Management
— Meeting Stakeholder and Quality Needs
— Conducting a Management Project
— Performance Management
— Marketing Planning
— Financial Control
— Managing Recruitment and Selection

Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
Modules will be delivered in a variety of ways suited to higher level study. Methods will include lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and independent research.

Learning at level 4 and above is very focused on independent study, and students will be expected to take responsibility for their own learning.

What are the entry requirements?
— A level 3 qualification in business and management
— Higher National Certificate
— ILM Certificate in First Line Management

What can I do next?
When you have successfully completed this course, you may be able to progress to:
— Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Level 7
— Degree in Business/Management

How will I be assessed?
Assessment is undertaken using different methods such as:
— written assignments
— essays
— portfolio and logs
— presentation and group work.

How long does it take?
Part-time, Tuesday Evening 5.00 pm - 8.45 pm for one academic year plus one residential weekend workshop.

When does it start?
September.

How much does it cost?
TBC

How do I apply?
To apply for this course you will need to complete a college application form and then have an interview. Contact details below.
If you need any help deciding which course to apply for you can get impartial advice and guidance from our Advice & Guidance Officer or Student Services.

What’s on the Course?
— Personal Development as a 1st
— Line Manager.
— Resource Planning.
— Meeting Stakeholder Needs.
— Managing and Communicating Information.
— Developing Individuals and Teams.
— Improving Team Performance.
— Recruitment and selection.

How long does it take?
1 year part time. Monday afternoon
2.30 - 6.00pm.

What are the entry requirements?
There are no special entry requirements, although some knowledge or experience of management is useful. Enthusiasm and commitment to work towards a management qualification is important. Minimum age 18 years.

When does it start?
September,

Who is it suitable for?
Practising and potential team leaders and first line managers or people who aspire to such a role.

What can I do next?
this course, you may able to progress to:
— Chartered Management Institute’s Diploma in Management and Leadership at Level 5
— Foundation Degree/HNC in Business (with the opportunity to specialise in Human Resource Management, Finance or Marketing)

How much does it cost?
TBC

How do I apply?
To apply for this course you will need to complete a college application form and then have an interview. Contact details below.
If you need any help deciding which course to apply for you can get impartial advice and guidance from our Advice & Guidance Officer or Student Services.

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

What if I need support?
The college provides a range of additional support for students who would like extra help with their studies. If you need help in deciding what to study or information on travel, finance, childcare, personal or health concerns, please contact student services.

What’s on the Course?
The College follows the financial accounting stream for the Technicians stage. This comprises the following units:
— Contributing to the management of performance and enhancement of value
— Contributing to the planning and control of resources
— Drafting financial statements (accounting practice, industry and commerce)
— Managing systems and people in the accounting environment (Project)
— Operating a cash management and credit control system
— Preparing business taxation computations
— Preparing personal taxation computations
— Contribute to the maintenance of a healthy, safe and productive working environment

All students will be exempt from this final unit, if they have progressed from Level 3 or the AAT Intermediate.
Only those starting directly at this level will be required to complete the unit.

What are the entry requirements?
AAT Intermediate, NVQ Level 3 in Accounting or an exemption at Level 3.

What can I do next?
Successful Technician students can apply to become full members of the AAT which enables them to use the letters MAAT after their name.
You could choose to progress to train for further professional accountancy qualifications with ICAEW,CIMA,ICASor ACCA.
There are employment opportunities for AAT accounting technicians throughout the UK and many members practise as self-employed accountants.

How will I be assessed?
As the ATT technician course is an NVQ it is assessed by a portfolio of evidence of competence, which will include a 4000 word work based project. There is also an additional requirement in four of the units to pass examinations which are externally set and marked.

How long does it take?
Two years full-time, alternatively a part-time option is available which takes three years. Either option enables learners to work part-time or remain in employment at the same time as acquiring a Higher Education qualification.

How much does it cost?
Students are expected to register with the AAT and pay their own exam fees.Please contact college for more information.

How do I apply?
Full Time students should apply via UCAS – visits website www.ucas.com
Alternatively if you require any help or support completing your UCAS form contact Val Cumberbatch
01946 839300 ext 1089
Part Time students should apply directly to Lakes College.
All students can request an HE information pack.
All students are guaranteed an interview.

What if I need support?
The college provides a range of additional support for students who would like extra help with their studies. If you need help in deciding what to study or information on travel, finance, childcare, personal or health concerns, please contact student services.
‘Lakes College is committed to eliminating any form of discrimination - be it based on gender, race, ethnic origin, background, religion or belief, age or sexual orientation’.