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.

Qualification title (awarding body and official name of course)

CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools ( QCF)

What’s on the course?

The diploma incorporates experience in a real work environment , and so can only be delivered if you are aged 16 years and older. The qualification covers birth to 19 years and has a minimum credit value of 44 credits. The qualification is made up of 11 mandatory units, and various optional units (depending on your job role) to make up your 44 credits.

Assessment information?

Each student is assigned an assessor to support you through your qualification. You will be assessed at your place of work/placement, to cover all the relevant performance criteria. For evidence that cannot be observed, this will be covered in a number of ways.  Through assignment, professional discussion, verbal/questions, witness testimony, reflective accounts etc.

How long does it take?

One year

When does it start?

September

Who is it suitable for?

It is suitable for students who wish to work in schools with pupils from reception to 19 years of age.

What are the entry requirements?

The entry requirements are based on a satisfactory fully enhanced police check. Either a relevant level 2 qualification or significant experience in an appropriate child care setting.

What can I do next?

Progression into employment at supervisory level or higher education onto one of our Foundation degrees.

How much does it cost?

Costs vary depending on age and home income

Where does it take place?

Weekly evening workshop’s  ( One evening per week)

How do I apply?

You can either apply online or ring or call in to student services for an application form.

What is the achievement?

Good achievement rates

Qualification title (awarding body and official name of course)

CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools ( QCF)

What’s on the course?

The certificate incorporates experience in a real work environment, and so can only be delivered if you are aged 16 years and older. The qualification covers birth to 19 years and has a minimum credit value of 30 credits. The qualification is made up of 9 mandatory units and various optional units (depending on your job role) to make up your 30 credits.

Assessment information?

Each student is assigned an assessor to support you through your qualification. You will be assessed at your place of work/placement, to cover all the relevant performance criteria. For evidence that cannot be observed, this will be covered in a number of ways.  Through assignment, professional discussion, verbal/questions, witness testimony, reflective account etc

How long does it take?

One year

When does it start?

September

Who is it suitable for?

It is suitable for students who wish to work with children aged 0 – 19 years of age, in a variety of settings with the exception of schools.

What are the entry requirements?

The entry requirements are based on a satisfactory fully enhanced police check. With an ability to work and research independently combined with a confident attitude towards the care and education of children.

What can I do next?

Progression into employment, working under supervision of a senior member of staff or further education onto a level 3 qualification.

How much does it cost?

Costs vary depending on age and home income

Where does it take place?

Weekly evening workshop’s  ( One evening per week)

How do I apply?

You can either apply online or ring or call in to student services for an application form.

What is the achievement?

Good achievement rates

Qualification title (awarding body and official name of course)

CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce ( QCF)

What’s on the course?

The diploma incorporates experience in a real work environment , and so can only be delivered if you are aged 16 years and older. The qualification covers birth to 19 years and has a minimum credit value of 65 credits. The qualification is made up of 7 mandatory units, 5 Mandatory pathway units and various optional units (depending on your job role) to make up your 65 credits.

Assessment information?

Each student is assigned an assessor to support you through your qualification. You will be assessed at your place of work/placement, to cover all the relevant performance criteria. For evidence that cannot be observed, this will be covered in a number of ways.  Through assignment, professional discussion, verbal/questions, witness testimony, reflective accounts etc.

How long does it take?

One year

When does it start?

September

Who is it suitable for?

It is suitable for students who wish to work with children aged 0 – 19 years of age, in a variety of settings with the exception of schools.

What are the entry requirements?

The entry requirements are based on a satisfactory fully enhanced police check. Either a relevant level 2 qualification or significant experience in an appropriate child care setting.

What can I do next?

Progression into employment at supervisory level or higher education onto one of our Foundation degrees.

How much does it cost?

Costs vary depending on age and home income

Where does it take place?

Weekly evening workshop’s  (One evening per week)

How do I apply?

You can either apply online or ring or call in to student services for an application form.

What is the achievement?

Good achievement rates

Qualification title (awarding body and official name of course)

CACHE Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce ( QCF)

What’s on the course?

The certificate incorporates experience in a real work environment, and so can only be delivered if you are aged 16 years and older. The qualification covers birth to 19 years and has a minimum credit value of 35 credits. The qualification is made up of 13 mandatory  units and various optional units (depending on your job role) to make up your 35 credits.

Assessment information?

Each student is assigned an assessor to support you through your qualification. You will be assessed at your place of work/placement, to cover all the relevant performance criteria. For evidence that cannot be observed, this will be covered in a number of ways.  Through assignment, professional discussion, verbal/questions, witness testimony, reflective account etc

How long does it take?

One year

When does it start?

September

Who is it suitable for?

It is suitable for students who wish to work with children aged 0 – 19 years of age, in a variety of settings with the exception of schools.

What are the entry requirements?

The entry requirements are based on a satisfactory fully enhanced police check. With an ability to work and research independently combined with a confident attitude towards the care and education of children.

What can I do next?

Progression into employment, working under supervision of a senior member of staff or further education onto a level 3 qualification.

How much does it cost?

Costs vary depending on age and home income

Where does it take place?

Weekly evening workshop’s  (One evening per week)

How do I apply?

You can either apply online or ring or call in to student services for an application form.

What is the achievement?

Good achievement rates

Part-time
One Day

What’s on the Course?

• The roles, responsibilities andfunctions of the licensing authorities
• The application process
• The role and legal requirements of thelicence holder and the penalties relatingto failure to comply
• The premises licence
• The content and purpose of operatingschedules
• The role and duties of designatedpremises supervisor
• Unauthorised licensable activities
• Permitted temporary licensableactivities
• Rights of entry to licensed premises
• Police powers
• The specific prohibitions
• The strengths and effects of alcoholicdrinks
• The protection of children from harm
• The responsible retail sale of alcohol

How will i be assessed?
Assessment will be in the form of a 40minute exam consisting of 40 multiplechoice questions and the pass mark is28 out of 40

How long does it take?
One day
7.5 hours a day for 4 days over 4 weeks

When does it start?
Various times throughout the year.
Contact the college to find out thenext available course.

Who is it suitable for?
Any individual wishing to apply for apersonal licence

What are the entry requirements?
18 years of age and over— Basic literacy

How much does it cost?
Fees may vary depending on yourindividual circumstances. Please contactStudent Services or see the collegeprospectus for more details.

View Information Leaflet here including course dates, and course information and how to apply.

(Please note there are no available places on any course in 2011)

More information about Renewable Energy at Lakes College here

Lakes College is offering FREE innovative programmes to prepare local workforces move in to renewable energies.

The funding from The European Social Fund (ESF) has been secured via Impact Housing – Carlisle Green Ways to work project. The project researches and demonstrates the need for technical and practical skills in the environmental sector, and develops skills in: renewable energy, energy efficiency, and recycling.

Renewable courses on offer:

• Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems
• Solar Photovoltaics for Domestic Installation
• Domestic Heat Pump Installation

To find out more information please contact Ian Studholme on 01946 839300.

What’s on the Course?
These qualifications are for people working in, or looking to enter roles in assessment and internal quality assurance. They have been developed by LLUK to replace the Assessor and Verifier roles ( A1 and V1 ). These qualifications
For more information please read Learner Handbook.

How long does it take?
The course will run over one academic year and can vary on duration depending on which route and credit value you take, we also offer the flexibility of delivery so please contact the college to discuss your individual needs.

Who is it suitable for?
These qualifications will provide the opportunity to develop and improve their practice within their organisation and are available to anyone working in accredited learning; none accredited learning (where people may assess performance but do not assess for a qualification); the NQF and the QCF. Designed for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland only.

What are the entry requirements?
Must already hold a level 3 or equivalent in their chosen occupational area, the support of your employer and to ensure commitment to delivery of training, assessment and quality assurance of the highest standard.

What can I do next?
On successful completion of each unit learners may wish to consider the Quality Assurance Award or the PTLLS as LLUK are looking into mapping the TQAQ to these.

When does it start?
Anytime

Where does it take place?
Lillyhall Campus

Please read learner handbook or contact college.

Student Services Telephone: 01946 839 300 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.lcwc.ac.uk

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.
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