What’s on the Course?
Two days will be spent studying essential Horticultural techniques at Distington Walled Garden. an amenity/production working environment The course units will include ground preparation, crop establishment, management skills, ground maintenance and harvesting 

Monday and Thursday will be based  at the Walled Garden for Horticulture studies and Friday afternoon will be at the college campus working towards functional skills.

How long does it take?
One year.

Who is it suitable for?
The course is suitable for students with an interest in Horticulture, who are currently working at Level 1. It is ideal for those who both enjoy practical tasks and are looking to improve their background knowledge of Horticulture.

What are the entry requirements?
Applicants should be working at Level1 and should be capable of the physical demands of Horticulture at this higher level. 

What can I do next?
When you have successfully completed this Level 2 Diploma there is possible progression onto further courses, or dependent on ability , into employment.

How much does it 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 Services for more information)

What’s on the Course?

ACADEMIC & VOCATIONAL CONTENT
The course is made up of a main course (the BTEC level 2 course) and then a number of additional qualifications, these include – 1st 4 Sport Coaching qualification and Functional Skills in Maths, English or IT.

RUGBY LEAGUE SPECIFIC CONTENT
Students will receive rugby league specific qualifications which include RFL level 1 Coaching Qualification and the RFL Match Officials Qualification.
In addition to these qualifications the players who enrol on this course will receive 2 hours per week Strength & Conditioning coaching and 4 hours per week of Rugby League specific coaching that will be delivered by RFL community coaches with guest coaches from local professional clubs.
Players who are on the course will gain competitive experience in the Student Rugby League North West League (under 19’s); fixtures will be played on Wednesday afternoons between September and February.

As part of the course students will be required to work in local community clubs for a minimum of 20 hours over the year, either coaching youth teams or officiating games.

This course gives potential student rugby league players the opportunity to play in a competitive league within their own age group; study for a sports related qualification and receive quality Rugby League and conditioning coaching on a weekly basis.

Assessment information
The assessment on the course varies depending on the unit of study. Assessment methods include – exams, essays, lab reports, journal reviews, practical assessment, recorded discussions, observations etc. However, the majority of the assessment will be of a practical nature and based around Rugby League.
The grading on the course is split into 3 key criteria – PASS, MERIT & DISTINCTION.

When does it start?
September

How long does it take?
One year full-time

Who is it suitable for?
If you wish to play competitive Rugby League and have the opportunity to develop both your skill and fitness levels then this is the course for you. You must be a committed individual willing to dedicate time to the game of Rugby League

What are the entry requirements?
Minimum requirements are 4 GCSE grades at D or above preferably in English, Maths and Science

What can I do next?
The progression routes from this course include:
• Further study on the second year of the course, studying a level 3 (3 A-level equivalent) qualification
• Further study at foundation degree level either at Lakes College or another Higher Education institute
• Undertaking of industry recognised qualifications in areas such as gym instruction
• Employment in the industry in a role such as a Leisure Assistant in a sports centre.
• Completion of a UK Coaching Certificate
• Accreditation to the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs)
• Playing progression into the West Cumbria Under 18’s squad

How much does it 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 Services for more information)

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What’s on the Course?

ACADEMIC & VOCATIONAL CONTENT
The course is made up of a main course (the BTEC level 2 course) and then a number of additional qualifications, these include – 1st 4 Sport Coaching qualification and Functional Skills in Maths, English or IT.

FOOTBALL  SPECIFIC CONTENT
Students will receive FOOTBALL specific qualifications which include FA level 1 Coaching Qualification and potential level 2.  FA Match Officials Qualification.

In addition to these qualifications the players who enrol on this course will receive 2 hours per week Strength & Conditioning coaching and 4 hours per week of football specific coaching that will be delivered by FA community coaches with guest coaches from local professional clubs.
Players who are on the course will gain competitive experience in the Student Football Colleges North West League (under 19’s); fixtures will be played on Wednesday afternoons between September and April.

As part of the course students will be required to work in local community clubs for a minimum of 20 hours over the year, either coaching youth teams or officiating games.

This course gives potential student football players the opportunity to play in a competitive league within their own age group; study for a sports related qualification and receive quality Football and conditioning coaching on a weekly basis.

Assessment information
The assessment on the course varies depending on the unit of study. Assessment methods include – exams, essays, lab reports, journal reviews, practical assessment, recorded discussions, observations etc. However, the majority of the assessment will be of a practical nature and based around Rugby League.
The grading on the course is split into 3 key criteria – PASS, MERIT & DISTINCTION.

When does it start?
September

How long does it take?
One year full-time

Who is it suitable for?
If you wish to play competitive football and have the opportunity to develop both your skill and fitness levels then this is the course for you. You must be a committed individual willing to dedicate time to the game of football.

What are the entry requirements?
Minimum requirements are 4 GCSE grades at D or above preferably in English, Maths and Science

What can I do next?
The progression routes from this course include:
• Further study on the second year of the course, studying a level 3 (3 A-level equivalent) qualification
• Further study at foundation degree level either at Lakes College or another Higher Education institute
• Undertaking of industry recognised qualifications in areas such as gym instruction
• Employment in the industry in a role such as a Leisure Assistant in a sports centre.
• Completion of a UK Coaching Certificate
• Accreditation to the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs)
• Playing progression into the West Cumbria Under 18’s squad
• Progression into Workington Football club (plus regular visits from professional football clubs)

How much does it 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 Services for more information)

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 839 300

What’s on the Course?
Students have to achieve 180 credits from the units below.

Mandatory Units:
1. Principles of Anatomy & Physiology in Sport
2 .The Physiology of Fitness
3. Assessing Risk in Sport
4. Fitness Training and Programming
5. Sports Coaching
6. Sports Development
7. Fitness Testing for Sport & Exercise
8. Practical Team Sports
9. Practical Individual Sports

Additional Units:
11 Sports Nutrition
12 Current Issues in Sport
14 Exercise, Health & Lifestyle
16 Exercise for Specific Groups
17 Psychology for Sports Performance
18 Sports Injuries
19 Analysis of Sports Performance
21 Sport and Exercise Massage
23 Organising Sports Events
24 Physical Education and the Care of Children and Young People
26 Work Experience in Sport
42 Research Investigation in Sport and Exercise Sciences

You are expected to undertake development of essential skills while studying on this course. This will cover, at an appropriate level, Communication, Application of Number and Information Technology. A tutorial enrichment programme is available to help you get the most out of your course. Regular attendance at these sessions has proved invaluable to past students.

When does it start?
September

How long does it take?
Full time 2 year course, 36 weeks per year

Who is it suitable for?
Anyone wanting to pursue a career in the sporting industry or wanting to enter the BTEC National Diploma in Sport.

What are the entry requirements?
— A keen interest in sport both in terms of participating and spectating
— To be able to work independently and in groups
— Five GCSE grade C or above preferably with maths and english language
— Foundation/Level 2 award in a relevant subject

What can I do next?
When you have successfully completed this course you may be able to progress to:
• Higher Education studying for a Degree or Higher National Diploma
• Employment within the Sport and Leisure Industry at Supervisory level

How much does it 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 Services for more information).

How do I apply?
To apply for this course you will need to complete a college application form and then have an interview.
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.

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What’s on the Course?
Units:

Core:
— Sports industry
— Health and safety
— Preparation for sport

Specialist:
— The body in sport
— Sports leadership skills
— Practical sports

You are expected to undertake development of essential skills while studying on this course. This will cover, at an appropriate level, communication, application of number and information technology.
A tutorial enrichment programme is available to help you get the most out of your course. Regular attendance at these sessions has provided invaluable to past students.

When does it start?
September

How long does it take?
One year full-time

Who is it suitable for?
Anyone wanting to pursue a career in the sporting industry or wanting to enter the BTEC National Diploma in Sport.

What are the entry requirements?
— A keen interest in sport both in terms of participating and spectating
— To be able to work independently and in groups
— Four GCSE grade D or E preferably with maths and english language
— Foundation/Level 1 award in a relevant subject

What can I do next?
When you have successfully completed this course, you may be able to progress to:
— Level 3/National Diploma award in Sport
— Employment within the sport & leisure industry

How much does it 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 Services for more information)

How do I apply?
To apply for this course you will need to complete a college application form and then have an interview.
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.

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What’s on the Course?
The course is made up of eight units: three core units, which everyone takes, two compulsory personal skills units and three optional units.

The optional units enable you to study particular areas in more depth.
All students take these three core units:
— Starting work in sport and leisure (IVA)
— Working in sport and leisure (IVA)
— The healthy body

You take two of the following personal skills units:
— Personal effectiveness
— Social responsibility at work
— Financial management

You then take three of the following optional units:
— Organising a sport or leisure event
— Issues in sport and leisure
— Taking part in sport
— Introducing customer service

Other additions:
— Key skills
— First aid

When does it start?
September

How long does it take?
One year full-time

Who is it suitable for?
Motivated students wanting an in depth knowledge of work within the sports and leisure industry. The new Level 1 BTEC certificate & awards in Sport & Leisure is designed to encourage you to develop the personal skills and qualities you need for work, learning and to help you achieve your full potential.

What are the entry requirements?
— An entry certificate in Skills for Working Life or Life Skills or other entry level qualifications
— An experience in sports activity would be an advantage
— An appropriate standard of literacy and numeracy
— Related interests and experience
— A willingness to take part in a variety of sports activity
— The ability to work independently or as part of a team
— A sense of fun

What can I do next?
When you have successfully completed this course, you may able to progress to:
— Take another qualification at Level 1 in an alternative sector eg. another BTEC introductory qualification or
an NVQ
— Take a qualification at Level 2 in the same or an alternative sector eg. a Level 2 BTEC Diploma in Travel and Tourism
— A Level 1 BTEC certificate and awards in Sport & Leisure can also prepare you for employment in the sport and leisure industry

How much does it 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 Services for more information)

How do I apply?
To apply for this course you will need to complete a college application form and then have an interview.
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.

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What’s on the Course?
Students will follow a programme of study which is both practical & theoretical. Students must complete 12 units, 5 of which are mandatory.

Core Units
— Government polices and the public services
— Team leadership on the uniformed public services
— Citizenship contemporary society and the public services
— Team development in public services
— Understanding discipline within the uniformed services

Students will follow 7 additional units from:
— Diversity and public services
— Physical preparation
— Understanding the criminal justice system and police powers
— Understanding behaviour in the public sector
— Team development in public services
— Physical preparation and fitness for the uniformed services
— International perspectives for the uniformed public services
— Outdoor and adventurous expeditions
— Crime and its effect on society
— The planning for and the management of major incidents
— Uniformed public service employment

When does it start?
September

How long does it take?
Two years full-time 36 weeks per year.

Who is it suitable for?
Anyone wanting to pursue a career in uniformed public services or wanting to enter higher education.

What are the entry requirements?
— To be able to work independently and in groups
— Four GCSE’s grade C or above, including english language
— Level 2 award, e.g. first diploma or intermediate GNVQ in relevant subject

What can I do next?
When you have successfully completed the course you may be able to progress to:
— Higher education, studying for a degree or high national diploma
— Application from employment within public services

How much does it 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 Services for more information)

How do I apply?
To apply for this course you will need to complete a college application form and then have an interview..
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.

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What’s on the course?
This consists of mandatory units plus optional units.

Core units:
• The UK Travel and Tourism Sector
• Understanding Customer Service in Travel and Tourism
• Understanding the Nature and Effects of World Travel

A range of these optional units: Unit Optional units
• Development of the UK Travel and Tourism Sector
• Developing Customer Service Skills in Travel and Tourism
• UK Tourism Destinations
• European Holiday Destinations
• Worldwide Holiday Destinations
• Holiday Planning
• Exploring Marketing in Travel and Tourism
• Preparing for Employment in Travel and Tourism
• Developing Employability Skills for Travel and Tourism
• Organising a Travel and Tourism Study Visit
• Exploring Airports and Airlines
• Interpersonal Skills for Holiday Representatives
• Exploring UK Travel Agency Operations
• Overseas Holiday Operations
• Introduction to Cruise Operations
• Planning a Trip to a Visitor Attraction
• Travel and Tourism Group Project
• UK Visitor Attractions
• Hospitality Operations in Travel and Tourism
• Residential Study Visit in Travel and Tourism

There is also a supplemental qualification in Event Planning which covers:

1. Planning and event.
2. Event review and evaluation.
3. Market research and marketing methods in event planning.
4. Human resource planning at events.
5. Communication and customer service at events.

Assessment information?
This qualification is internally assessed and externally moderated.
Each candidate is required to complete a range of assignments/ role plays and activities that meet the assessment criteria and learning outcomes for each unit.

How long does it take?
The course will commence in September and complete the following July. This gives the student the time to complete all compulsory units and obtain additional qualifications e.g Cabin Crew/Resort Reps/Photography and a variety of Functional skills. Your course may involve educational visits to UK and European destinations.

Who is it suitable for?
People wanting to develop their skills and knowledge, necessary to work in the travel and tourism industry.

What are the entry requirements?
Completion of the induction programme and assignment.
Pleasant personality
Knowledge of locations
5 GCSE’s grade D-G and a good standard of Numeracy.
English GSCE at grade D or above.
A BTEC Certificate in a related subject and L2 Literacy
Good communication skills
Good interpersonal skills
Keyboarding skills
Or related work experience

What can I do next?
On completion of this course, you may be able to progress to:
- Employment in areas including but are not limited to: Front Office, Travel Agents, Leisure Organisations, Airlines, Tourist Information Centres, Holiday Sites and the Customer Service Sector.
- BTEC National Certificate/Diploma in Travel & Tourism or a level 3 qualification.
- You may wish to progress onto another full-time course or decide to seek employment in the Travel and Tourism industry.

How much does it cost?
Full time students under 19 - free.
Full time students over 19 - Please Ncontact Lakes College for further
information. (certain remissions may be available. contact Student Services)

What’s on the course?
This consists of mandatory units plus optional units.

Core units:
• Researching a Tourist Destination
• Planning For and Taking Part in a Visit
• Displaying Travel and Tourism Information
• Customer Service in Travel and Tourism
• Displaying Travel and Tourism Products and Services
• Planning a Trip to a Visitor Attraction
A range of these optional units: Unit Optional units
• Conduct at Work
• Investigating Rights and Responsibilities at Work
• Speaking Confidently at Work
• Being Responsible for other People’s Money
• UK Travel Destinations
• Recommending a Package Holiday
• Schedule, Charter and Low-Cost Airlines
• The Role of Air Cabin Crew
• The Role of Overseas Resort Representative
• Planning and Participating in an Event
• Travel and Tourism Group Project
• Planning for a Job in Travel and Tourism
• Building Working Relationships with Colleagues
• Building Working Relationships with Customers

Assessment information?
This qualification is internally assessed and externally moderated.
Each candidate is required to complete a range of assignments/ role plays and activities that meet the assessment criteria and learning outcomes for each unit.

When does it start?
September

How long does it take?
The ideal time to start is September and complete the following July. This gives the best opportunity to complete all compulsory units and obtain additional qualifications e.g Cabin Crew/Resort Reps/Photography and a variety of Functional skills. Your course may involve educational visits to UK destinations.

Who is it suitable for?
People wanting to develop their skills and knowledge necessary to work in the travel and tourism industry.

What are the entry requirements?
Completion of the induction programme and assignment.
Pleasant personality
Keen interest in Travel and Tourism
Keyboarding skills
Good communication skills
Good interpersonal skills

What can I do next?
On completion of this course, you may be able to progress to:
- BTEC L2 Diploma in Travel & Tourism, Hospitality, Business.
- Another full-time course or decide to seek employment in the Travel and Tourism industry.

How much does it 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 Services for more information)

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What’s on the Course?
Two days horticulture activities at Distington Victorian Walled Garden working toward a Level 1 certificate in a working environment.

Two days based at the College working on the core skills at an appropriate level (English, Maths and ICT) to include a tutorial session.

When does it start?
September

How long does it take?
One year.

Who is it suitable for?
The Course is suitable for any student with an interest in horticulture working at or towards Entry 3.
Applicants with a learning difficulty or disability are fully encouraged but must also be working at or about entry Level 3.
This course is ideal for those who enjoy practical tasks while needing to improve functional classroom skills.

What are the entry requirements?
Applicants should be working at Entry 3 particularly in the practical context as other skills can be improved alongside the higher practical qualification.
Applicants should be capable of the physical demands of horticulture at this level. Those with some experience in horticulture would be given first consideration.

What can I do next?
When you have successfully completed this Level 1 Certificate in Horticulture there is possible progression onto a further course at the college, or dependent on ability, into employment.

How much does it 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 Services for more information)

How do I apply?
To apply for this course you will need to complete a college application form and then have an interview.
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.

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