Full-Time Prospectus 2009-10

@ D E E S I D E C O L L E G E
m o r e t h a n j u s t a c o u r s e
CONTENTS
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Prospectus in large print, Results
Don’t Delay! Open Days / Evenings 4
Braille or on tape? In 2007, we became the first college
in Wales to be awarded Grade 1s by You can apply from November 2008. How do I apply? 4-5
Estyn Inspectors for all aspects of Please apply as early as you can, as Qualifications Explained 6-7
Please contact Student Services on 01244 834511 our performance across both our
further education and work-based
some courses fill up quickly and we Right Course, Right Level 9
or via Typetalk 18001 01244 834511. don’t want you to be
learning provision.
If you use screen reading software, please visit disappointed. A-Z of Full Time Courses Starting September 2009:
All aspects of college life were
www.deeside.ac.uk for an electronic version of this brochure. assessed as being “outstanding”. The
Grade 1s were awarded for the A levels 11
following: Access to HE 12
We are delighted that you are considering taking your
• Student achievements Administration 13
next steps in education with us at Deeside College. We
• the support and pastoral care
firmly believe that your time at college is about Apprenticeships 14-15
provided for students
outstanding education and training, and broadening
• standards of teaching, training and Art and Design 16-17
your life experiences…and of course, enjoying yourself.
assessment
The new Flintshire 14-19 Learning Core Centre at the • the effectiveness of the college’s Business 18
college has opened up new ways to learn and develop leadership and management Catering 19-20
skills, and we are facing an exciting time ahead, forging • how well the college meets the
even stronger links with local colleges, schools and businesses. needs of employers and the
Computing and ICT 21
Furthermore, through our new partnership arrangements with the Welsh College of community Construction 22-23
Horticulture, we can offer a wide range of new and exciting courses at all levels. I look
forward to meeting you and welcoming you to Deeside College.
Electrical / Fabrication & Welding / Motor Vehicle 24-25 / 26-27 / 28-29
“Deeside College is an outstanding
education success story, not just in Foundation Courses - Prospects/ Skills for Independent Living 30-31
Principal: David Jones North East Wales, but for the whole of Hairdressing, Beauty & Holistic Therapies 32-34
Wales and beyond.
Health, Care and Early Years 35-38
Deeside College main campus
Rhodri Morgan AM Public Services 39
First Minister, Welsh Assembly
Kelsterton Road Sport and Recreation 40-41
Government
Connah’s Quay Travel and Tourism 42
Deeside
Flintshire
CH5 4BR General Information:
Website: www.deeside.ac.uk Scholarships 43 Welsh 48
Email: enquiries@deeside.ac.uk Enrichment courses 44 Transport 49
Welsh Baccalaureate 45 Provisional term dates 50
Telephone
College Life – more than just a course! 46 Money, money, money 50
01244 831531 – general enquiries
• Personal support Parents – information for you! 51
01244 834503 – enquiries in Welsh
01244 834511 – course enquiries • Facilities Welsh College of Horticulture 52-53
01244 834529 – Minicom • Catering – refectory/cafes Where to find us 54
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A Level Taster Evening
Open Evening
- Wednesday 26 November 2008, 5pm - 8pm
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5
evenings Open Days - Thursday 27 August 2009, 10am – 6pm
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How do I apply?
1 Choose your course – If you need help 3 Please let us know if you have 5 You can then enrol. You’ll need to pay 2 What financial support is available for
to decide which course is right for you then any specific needs, disability or a £10 registration fee – please remember to full-time students?
visit the college and talk to the tutors at one of bring payment with you. For certain courses, There are government grants available to full-
difficulties. You can discuss your needs
our Open Evenings. Bring your friends and you’ll also be required to complete and pay time learners if you are already on income
with your tutor during your interview.
family and have a good look around. for a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) support, benefits or tax credits. See page 50 for
Alternatively, please call Student Services on
Alternatively speak to one of our Student disclosure (please see the course information more details.
01244 834511, send an email to
Services Advisers, either in person or by enquiries@deeside.ac.uk or write to us pages for more details).
phone on 01244 834511 We may also be able to arrange childcare
(please attach details to your application
6 If you have been given a conditional offer support in some cases. Please contact Student
form). We will treat your enquiry discreetly
2 Complete an application form of a place on a course, please don’t forget to Services on 01244 834511 for more details.
and will obtain your permission before details
(see centre pages), and post it to: of your support needs are shared with bring in a copy of your results as soon as
The Admissions Co-ordinator specialist teams within the college. you receive them. Come along to one of our How can I get more
Deeside College Open Days - Thursday 27 August 2009 from
Kelsterton Road Remember, if we don’t know about your 10am to 6pm or Friday 28 August 2009 from information?
Connah’s Quay individual needs, we can’t offer you the relevant 10am to 3pm.
• Visit our website www.deeside.ac.uk
Deeside help, support and/or equipment. for course details and leaflets.
CH5 4BR 7 We will write to you in the summer of
2009 with details of when your course starts • Phone 01244 834511 and speak to our
Or fax it to: 01244 814305 4 We will invite you to attend an
and what you will need for induction week. Student Services Advisers, and/or make an
Some courses are very popular and fill up informal interview with a tutor. For
appointment with a course tutor to talk
quickly. Please choose two different courses to some courses you may have to sit a short test
through the course(s) you’re interested in.
study in case your first choice of course is full. and we will let you know before the interview FAQs - Frequently • Post the enquiry card for more information
if this is the case. After your interview, you will
be given a conditional or unconditional offer
Asked Questions on individual courses or fax it to
Deeside College welcomes applications from 01244 814305.
people with disabilities. If you would like help of a place on the course, or the tutor will
1 How much does it cost to study?
refer you to a course which is better suited to • Send us an email to:
filling in the application form, please call in to There are no course fees for full-time courses,
your needs. enquiries@deeside.ac.uk.
see our Student Services Advisers. You can however you will need to pay a £10
apply online at www.deeside.ac.uk, or you registration fee.
may also submit an application in audio format.
NEED HELP? Call switchboard on 01244 831531 / Student Services on 01244 834511 or visit our website www.deeside.ac.uk NEED HELP? Call switchboard on 01244 831531 / Student Services on 01244 834511 or visit our website www.deeside.ac.uk
KEY Qualifications Explained
6 A
AS
BTEC
Advanced
Advanced Subsidiary
Business & Technology Education Council (which is part of EdExcel)
7
CACHE Council for Awards in Children’s Care & Education
CGLI City & Guilds A Levels (AS and A2) and Applied A Levels Foundation Modern Apprenticeships &
GCSE General Certificate of Secondary Education Modern Apprenticeships
NVQ National Vocational Qualification
The AS (Advanced Subsidiary) level is a 1 year course.
You can choose up to five subjects if you are following a 2 As an apprentice, you will work as an employee within a
OCR Oxford, Cambridge and RSA Examinations year A Level programme. In the second year, you will company, business or public sector organisation and you
SEMTA Science, Engineering & Manufacturing Training Authority work towards the A2, to complete the A Level. will follow a training programme at college and/or in the
A Levels and Applied A Levels are academic qualifications workplace. See page 14-15 for details.
VTCT Vocational Training Charitable Trust
which will prepare you for Higher Education, university or
WJEC Welsh Joint Education Committee – A Levels employment. Applied A Levels are vocational courses and Key skills
can also be taken as AS/A Levels.
As a full-time student, you will study some or all of the
Access to Higher Education (HE) key skills of Communication, Application of Number,
Information Technology, Improving Own Learning and
Access courses cover a range of subjects and skills which Performance, and on some courses, Working with Others
Entry Level you’ll need to progress to Higher Education courses such
as degrees and diplomas leading to careers in areas such
and Problem Solving. These qualifications provide points
towards university applications (UCAS) to help you gain
Entry level courses are the first step towards a career or as teaching and nursing. They are recognised by places on a Degree/HND course. They are also
further education. There are three different routes available, universities as an alternative to A Levels and Vocational A recognised by employers.
providing skills for the work place or preparing you for further Levels. Access courses aim to build confidence and are
study. Full Time Student Membership 08/09* designed for those people who have few or no formal NVQ
qualifications, or who may have been out of education for
Skills for Independent Living. Winter term £70 some time. These are free courses and run during school NVQs (National Vocational Qualifications) are available at
This course is designed for learners with additional learning Monday 1st September until Sunday 4th January hours. levels 1 – 5 in most vocational areas. These are job
needs and additional learning. Duration can be from one to Spring term £52.50
three years and students can choose sessions across a range Monday 5th January until Sunday 5th April related qualifications which are based on the skills and
of course subjects to suit their individual needs. Achievements Summer term £52.50 BTEC National Award, National Certificate knowledge needed for vocational areas such as
are accredited through ASDAN, Open College Network Monday 6th April until Friday 26th June and National Diploma administration, catering, construction and hairdressing.
(OCN) or the Accreditation Qualification Alliance (AQA). Prices for 09/10 will be subject to review NVQs are divided into units that cover specific tasks and
Full facilities are available including: BTEC (Business & Technology Education Council) is a you must prove that you are competent in each task
Entry to… State-of-the-Art Fitness Facility, Cardiovascular and certification awarded by the EdExcel Awarding Body. before you can gain the qualification. Practical work
If you have already chosen your career path, these 1 year resistance equipment, air conditioning and cardio theatre, BTEC qualifications link to practical, work-related or experience or employment during the course is essential.
courses will provide you with the practical skills and relevant Plasma screen entertainment, including Sky TV while vocational courses and are recognised by employers and
theory to progress to further college courses, or as a first step you exercise. Three Studios, enhanced with modern,
stylish changing facilities.
universities. A BTEC Introductory Diploma is equivalent Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma
in your chosen career. You will also improve your basic skills
in English, Maths and IT.
to a Foundation/Level 1 programme, a BTEC First
Opening hours: Diploma equates to a Level 2 programme, a BTEC This qualification is available at Foundation Level 1,
Prospects Mon – Thur: 7am to 10pm National Award is equivalent to 1 A level, a BTEC Intermediate Level 2 and Advanced Level 3. It is studied
This is a 1 year course providing training and support across a Fri 7am to 9.30pm National Certificate is equivalent to 2 A levels and a BTEC in addition to your main course. The Welsh Baccalaureate
range of vocational areas as well as improving basic skills in Sat 7am to 5pm National Diploma is equivalent to 3 A levels. Advanced Diploma attracts 120 UCAS points to help you
Maths, English and IT. There are no formal examinations, and Sun 7am to 8pm gain a place on a Higher Education course and is
on completion of this course you will receive a WJEC Entry * Equates to £17.50 per month. Prices only available to full-time students You can progress to a university/Higher Education course welcomed by employers. See page 45 for details.
Level qualification in Life Skills. with a BTEC National Diploma.
Tel: 01244 83 60 60 www.lifestylefitness.co.uk
Right Course, Right Level
8 The Entry Guidelines below are minimum entry requirements. Please see
course details for actual requirements by subject area. 9
Level Qualification/Course Entry Guidelines Where to next?
Entry requirements for courses
Entry
Skills for Independent Living No formal entry requirements Level 1 qualifications,
Prospects, Entry to... if appropriate
It’s important that you join a course that’s right for you – at the right
level (not too easy, not too difficult) and in the right subject.
To join a course, you must show that you have an interest in the subject and that you are keen to Foundation
learn. You will need Maths and English or Welsh for most courses. Tutors will expect you to work
hard. 1 NVQ Level 1
BTEC Introductory Diploma
OCN, City & Guilds
Welsh Bac Foundation Diploma
Minimum of 4 GCSEs grade E or above
(one of which must be Maths, English or
Welsh, or Science)
NVQ Level 2
BTEC First Diploma
Other Level 2
qualifications
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Intermediate
1 What if I don’t meet the entry requirements for the course I want to do? NVQ Level 2 NVQ Level 1 NVQ Level 3
A Levels
2
If you don’t get the right GCSE results for the course you want to do, don’t worry! It’s better to go BTEC First Diploma Minimum of 2 GCSEs grade D or above (one
OCN, City & Guilds of which must be Maths, English or Welsh, or Vocational A Levels
in at the right level so that you pass your course. Science) BTEC National
Please talk to the course tutors or our Student Services Advisers. They will help you find the best Foundation Modern You must have a job to become an Apprentice Diploma
course for your needs, and for the career you wish to follow. Apprenticeship Other Level 3
Read on for details of the qualifications and grades you will need to join the level of course you are qualifications
Welsh Bac Intermediate Diploma
applying for. Employment
Advanced
2 What happens if I no longer want the place offered by the college? A levels - AS and A2 6 GCSEs grades A*-C (one of which must be Maths, NVQ Level 4
English or Welsh, or Science), including B grades in your qualifications
Please let us know, as we can release the place held for you to someone else. chosen A Level subjects. For Maths & Psychology,
please see page 11
If you want to change course, then let us know and we can arrange for this to happen. You may Higher Education
Vocational A Levels 5 GCSEs Grade A* - C (which should include English or
need to meet with the tutor from the new area before changing course. Welsh and preferably Maths and Science) / BTEC First
3
Diploma with Merit or Distinction. Employment
BTEC National Diploma 5 GCSEs grades A*-C / BTEC First Diploma with Merit
or Distinction/ NVQ Level 2 in relevant subject
3 Do I need to apply if I am already in college and want to progress to the next level of Access to Higher Education No formal qualifications required
my course? NVQ level 3 NVQ level 2 in a relevant subject. For some vocational
areas you must be working in an appropriate role.
Yes. You will need to submit an application form to your tutor between
OCN, City & Guilds OCN / City & Guilds at Level 2
February and Easter. Progression to the next level of any course is not
Modern Apprenticeships You must have a job to become an Apprentice.
automatic. It depends on successful completion of your course,
Welsh Bac Advanced Diploma You must be studying for an Advanced/Level 3
your attendance levels and your behaviour during the course. qualification
Courses will run subject to minimum numbers.

Higher Education
Degree BTEC National Diploma / A levels / Vocational Level 5/
HNC/HND A levels Postgraduate
4
qualifications
Professional Qualifications
NVQ Level 4 NVQ Level 3 in a relevant subject. For most Employment in
NVQs at Level 4 you must be working in an junior/middle
appropriate role. management
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KEY E ENTRY LEVEL 1 LEVEL 1 2 LEVEL 2 3 LEVEL 3 4 LEVEL 4
A LEVELS (AS and A2) Level 3
10 Full-Time
CAREER PATHS: University Teacher Solicitor Architect
99% pass rates overall over the past four years, with most subjects getting 100%!
Doctor Journalist Psychologist
11
Most full-time courses are held at Deeside
College’s main campus in Connah’s Quay,
unless otherwise stated.
Courses How long will it take?
2 years
What is the course about?
Government and Politics
History
Information Technology
Law
For new A Level subjects you have not
studied at GCSE, you will need a B grade in
a GCSE subject related to the A Level.
You can choose to study three to five AS
All courses listed take one to two years to
for Levels in your first year and then progress Mathematics For Maths, you will need to have an A-A*
complete (approximately 30 - 35 weeks per with three to four subjects to A2 Level in Mathematics (Mechanical) grade at GCSE.
year), with a 1 week induction at the start of your second year. You will also study for the Further Maths
the course. Courses are usually held across 3-4 Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma, Photography For Psychology, you will need to have a
minimum of 2 grade Bs in relevant subjects.
2009-2010
days during the week. alongside your A Levels. The Welsh Bac Physical Education (PE)
Advanced Diploma carries 120 UCAS Physics
You will be expected to study independently on
points. Psychology
course work and assignments in your own time, but Sociology
these can be organised to fit in around the other
commitments you have in your life. We also offer a vocational A Level in
Progression to the next level of qualification for all courses the Health & Social Care - see page
is dependent upon attendance and behaviour over the year as 36
well as successful achievement of the qualifications required.
What qualifications do I need?
Courses will run subject to minimum numbers. You’ll need to have a minimum of 6 GCSEs
at grades A*-C (one of which must be
Maths, English or Science), including GCSE
Course interviews Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) grade B in your chosen AS/A Level subjects.
Disclosure
You will be invited to attend an informal interview with the A Levels are available in the following
course tutor. The tutor will explain what the course involves subjects:
On certain courses, you will need to complete a Criminal
and the entry requirements. For some courses, you may also Art and Design
Records Bureau (CRB) disclosure. These include courses
need to complete some short tests or exercises relevant to Art and Textiles
where there is regular, unsupervised contact with children or
the course. Biology
vulnerable adults.
Chemistry
Economics To find out more, why not
During your interview, you will be expected to show your
If you do have a criminal record, you may still gain a place on English Language come along to our
interest and commitment to the course / career route. You
the course, it depends on the nature and background of any English Literature A levels Taster Evening on
will be asked to explain why you want to join the course.
offence. If you would like to discuss this issue in confidence, Film Studies Wednesday 26 November
You may wish to bring along relevant evidence of any work
please contact our Student Services Advisers on 01244 French 2008, from 6pm to 8pm.
experience or voluntary or project work you have done, to
834511, or call in to speak to them in person.
show the tutors.
There are other circumstances where having a criminal Do you represent your school/county in sports? See page 43 for details of our Sports Scholarships!
Can I appeal if I don’t get on a course? record may affect your study. Courses such as Public
If you are unsuccessful in your application, you may appeal. Services, where your career would be in the uniformed
The appeal should be made in writing to the Head of Faculty
of the area which you have applied to, stating the reasons for
services, fall into this category. If you have a criminal record, STUDENT VIEW Charlotte Frobisher COMMENTS
you may be eligible to attend the course, but once
the appeal. The Head of Faculty will consider the appeal and completed, your career options in the public services would Age: 18 “I think the best part about being a Deeside College
write to you with the outcome of the appeal. be limited as a direct result of the offence committed. You student is that there is so much choice. There are lots
Previous School: Rydal Penrhos School, of different subject options, many of which were not on
are not required to complete a CRB check to attend this Colwyn Bay offer at my school. This has meant that I have been
Please note: applicants cannot appeal if they have not been type of course, but you may wish to speak with a Student A Levels: Law, Politics & Psychology.
given lots of different opportunities to learn about
offered a place because the course is full or it is has been things that really interest me.
Services Adviser about whether your criminal record could Next Step: Aberyswyth University to study for I felt nervous when I first got here as I am a shy person,
cancelled. limit your career options. a LLB (Hons) in Law and then hopefully on to a but once I got to know everyone, I made new friends
career as a solicitor. who are now very close. The Welsh Bac has also been
excellent as it has given me the opportunity to go to
The address to write to for appeals is: Cardiff for the first time. My grades are better than I
The Head of Faculty for (Please state the department) expected, it’s a lot of hard work, but it’s worth it.”
Deeside College, Kelsterton Road, Connah’s Quay
Deeside CH5 4BR NEED HELP? Call switchboard on 01244 831531 / Student Services on 01244 834511 or visit our website www.deeside.ac.uk
Or fax it to: 01244 814305
QAA ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION (HE) DIPLOMA (OCN Wales - Level 3) ADMINISTRATION AND OFFICE TECHNOLOGY
12 You can enrol on Access courses to help you return to education and progress to Higher Education (HE)
courses, without other formal qualifications. These courses will prepare you for studying at degree level for
careers which may include teaching, nursing, health and social care, and social work.
CAREER PATHS:
Assistant
Apprentice
Marketing Administrative Assistant
Personal Assistant
Customer Services Assistant
Legal/Medical Secretary
Human Resources Administrative
Office Administrator 13
Length of course: 1 year interview for relevant Higher Education Returning to education after a break? telephone, filing, reception duties, keeping How long will it take? 1 year
Course outline courses. Flexible entry requirements for mature inventories of stock etc. You will also gain a What is the course about?
Access courses are FREE and are held What qualifications do I need? students apply. range of computer skills at beginner’s level This course enables you to learn or improve
during school hours over 4 days per week You should have relevant life skills and You will study the Key Skills of including word processing, desk top your basic computer skills, for work as an
for 1 year on a full-time basis. experience, post-compulsory education. Communication, Application of Number publishing, spreadsheets and databases. administrative assistant or secretary. You will
There are no formal entry requirements to and Information Technology as part of What qualifications do I need? develop your word processing skills and work
You can choose a course in the join these courses. these courses. You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at towards additional qualifications such as CLAIT
following areas: grades E or above, one of which must be Certificate/Diploma, SAGE Accounts and
Please note, if you enrol on the following P4648 Entry to Maths, English or Science. Customer Service.
D1104 Access to HE Diploma E Administration & ICT
Health & Social Care courses: What qualifications do I need?
How long will it take? 1 year P1679 Intermediate Diploma You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at
D4043 Access to HE Diploma Access to HE Diploma Health & 2 in Administration (Pitman - Level 2)
Nursing Social Care What is the course about? grades A*-D, one of which must be English.
D1120 Access to HE Diploma This course provides an introduction to How long will it take? 1 year
Access to HE Diploma Nursing
business administration. You will develop What is the course about? P1681 Advanced Computer
Humanities Access to HE Diploma Primary 3 Skills for Administrators
D4044 Access to HE Diploma practical skills for the office environment, learn You will learn about office procedures
Teaching including Text Processing
Primary Teaching business theory and improve your basic skills including travel arrangements, writing letters
Access to HE Diploma Social Diploma (OCR - Level 3)
in English, Maths & IT. On successful and filing. You will also develop your word
D1118 Access to HE Diploma Work completion of this course, you will gain processing skills, desk top publishing skills (eg How long will it take? 1 year
Social Sciences which involve work experience with qualifications in a range of life skills to help you to create booklets including text and graphics) What is the course about?
D4045 Access to HE Diploma children or vulnerable adults, you will need progress to further college courses, as a first and you will learn how to use computerised
Social Work This course will improve your computer skills
to complete a Criminal Records Bureau step to a career in Administration. accounts, and spreadsheet and database at an advanced level, to help you get a job as
D4046 Access to HE Diploma (CRB) form. software packages. The course also includes
What qualifications do I need? an administrative assistant, secretary or
Psychology There are no formal qualifications for this customer service and English for Office Skills Personal Assistant. You will gain advanced skills
If you have a criminal record, you may still course but you will need to attend a formal eg spelling, grammar and punctuation. in word processing, presentation of
There are no formal examinations; your gain a place on the course, it depends on interview with the tutor. A commitment to What qualifications do I need? documents and audio transcription. You will
coursework and assignments will be the nature and background of any offence. regular attendance and good behaviour is You will need to have 4 GCSEs at grades A*- also be able to take additional qualifications in
assessed on a continuous basis throughout If you would like to discuss this issue in essential. D, one of which must be English, or the areas such as document presentation, CLAIT
the course and you may take part in a confidence, please contact our Student Pitman First Diploma in Administration. Plus, Desk Top Publishing or legal word
practical work placement. Services Advisers on 01244 834511, or P1678 First Diploma in processing.
call in to speak to them in person. 1 Administration (Pitman - Level 1) P1680 Intermediate Computer What qualifications do I need?
We have good links with Aberystwyth 2 Skills for Administrators
How long will it take? 1 year You will need to have at least 5 GCSEs at
University, Bangor University, Chester including Text Processing grades A*-D, one of which must be English.
University and Glyndwr University of (OCR Level 2)
This course is aimed at those who wish to get
Wrexham, who will guarantee to give You can enrol on this course at any time of
a job in an office. You will learn about office
Deeside College Access students an the year.
procedures including answering the
Do you represent your school/county in sports? See page 43 for details of our Sports Scholarships! The Welsh Bac is also taught in this area - see page 45 for details
Do you represent your school/county in sports? See page 43 for details of our Sports Scholarships!
STUDENT VIEW Ashleigh Adams COMMENTS STUDENT VIEW Jean Roberts COMMENTS
Age: 21 “I thoroughly enjoyed this course. Every day I have Age: 41 I started my full-time course in Computer Skills for
learned something new and expanded my knowledge Administrators last year, signing up to study Open
Previous School: Holywell High School and gained experience in health care. I have found the Full Course Title: Advanced Computer University modules at the same time as my college
Course Title: Access to HE Diploma work placement invaluable, as I have had the Skills for Administrators Level 3 course. So far I have progressed from Level 1 to Level 3,
opportunity to obtain hands on experience in the ^ University of having achieved the Basic and Intermediate Diploma,
Nursing care sector. Next Step: Glyndwr and now I have one more module of the Advanced
Next Step: Bangor University to study for Wrexham to do a degree in Business Diploma to complete.
The tutor support is fantastic, which has encouraged
a B.N. degree in Adult Branch Nursing me to plan and keep up to date with my work load. Management It has been hard work, but very rewarding studying at
I am really excited about progressing to university. It the same time as looking after my family, and I am
will truly be life changing for me.” looking forward to starting my course at Glyndwr
University.
APPRENTICESHIPS APPRENTICESHIPS
14 CAREER PATHS:
Carpenter/Joiner
Hospitality Supervisor
Administration
Engineer
Construction Plumber
Motor Vehicle Mechanic/Technician
Nursery Nurse Care Assistant
Painter & Decorator
Chef
Receptionist
Accountant
Bar Person
Bricklayer,
Housekeeping
Apprenticeship programmes are part funded by the
European Social Fund 15
Potential apprentices (of any age) Retail 3 Modern Apprenticeships Modern Apprenticeships are Modern Skills Diploma
need to get a job before they can Teaching Assistants How long will it take? available in the following areas: The Modern Skills Diploma offers free
take part in these training Team Leading Approximately 2 to 3 years Accountancy training for employees working towards a
programmes. Warehousing & Distribution Beauty Therapy Level 4 framework in various sectors; some
What are Modern Apprenticeships?
Modern Apprenticeships offer employed Business Administration of which are included in the lists earlier.
All training is provided free of charge. What do I need, to be a Foundation Catering & Hospitality Please phone 01244 834559 for more
Apprenticeships normally last for three people the opportunity to gain valuable
Modern Apprentice? Construction - Electro - Technical details.
years and there are two levels – the qualifications at no cost. You will follow a
You will need to be employed to join an Customer Service
Foundation Modern Apprenticeship at Level training programme at college and/or in the
apprenticeship programme. Children’s Care, Learning and Skill Build
2 and the Modern Apprenticeship at Level workplace, leading to NVQ Level 3, a
Technical Certificate and Key Skills units in Development These training programmes are aimed at
3; both include an NVQ, Key Skills For more details, please phone Engineering
qualifications and a technical certificate. areas such as Communication, Application unemployed people, from 16/17 year olds
Foundation Modern Apprenticeships 01244 834559 or contact Careers Fabrication & Welding
of Number and Information Technology. to more mature adults, who need to gain
are available in the following areas: Wales. Food & Drink Manufacture
Foundation Modern confidence and/or learn new skills to help
2 Accountancy Hairdressing them get a job. Please contact Careers
Apprenticeships Health & Social Care
Advice and Guidance Wales or your local Jobcentre Plus for
How long will it take? Up to 2 years Beauty Therapy Heating & Ventilation details.
What are Foundation Modern Business Administration Information Technology (IT)
Apprenticeships? Catering & Hospitality Management
Foundation Modern Apprenticeships offer Construction Motor Industry
employed people the opportunity to gain Contact Centres Personnel
valuable qualifications at no cost. You will Customer Service Retail
follow a training programme at college Children’s Care, Learning and Teaching Assistants
and/or in the workplace, leading to NVQ Development Warehousing & Distribution
Level 2, Employment rights and Engineering
responsibilities assignment and Key Skills Fabrication & Welding What do I need to be a Modern
units in areas such as Communication, Food & Drink Manufacture Apprentice?
Application of Number and Information Hairdressing You will need to be employed to join an
Technology. Health & Social Care apprenticeship programme.
Heating & Ventilation
Information Technology (IT) For more details, please phone 01244
Management 834559 or contact Careers Wales.
Motor Industry
Personnel
STUDENT VIEW Gareth James Ellett COMMENTS

Age: 20 I always enjoyed science at school and when I was in
year 8, I attended an 8 week Engineering Taster course
Previous School: Ysgol Maes Garmon, at Deeside College. This gave me a valuable insight into
Mold engineering and I decided to join the Apprenticeship
Engineering programme at Deeside College when I left
Full Course Title: Modern school.
Apprenticeship in Engineering
The programme has given me a real boost in my chosen
Next Step: I hope to pass my HNC in career, helping me to find a job as an engineer and
Electrical Engineering and progress my allowing me to work towards my qualifications whilst in
career further as an engineer with Global full-time employment
Lift Equipment.
ART& DESIGN ART& DESIGN
16 CAREER PATHS:
Photographer
Animator
Product Designer
Art Therapy Fashion Designer
Interior Designer Teaching
Graphic Designer/Illustrator
Web Designer
CAREER PATHS:
Photographer
Animator
Product Designer
Art Therapy Fashion Designer
Interior Designer Teaching
Graphic Designer/Illustrator
Web Designer 17
You will study the Key Skills of A1009 National Diploma in Art photography. You will also have study trips least 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C including
Communication, Application of 3 and Design (BTEC - Level 3) to galleries and museums. Maths and English, or an Intermediate/level
Number and Information Technology, How long will it take? 2 years What qualifications do I need? 2 qualification in ICT or a related subject.
as part of these courses. You will need to be at least 18 years old and
You will develop your art and design skills have a minimum of one A level and/or 5
E A4649 Entry to Art and Design.
through a variety of activities, including GCSEs grades A*-C, or preferably have an
How long will it take? 1 year painting, sculpture, print, ceramics, A level in Art or a BTEC National Diploma
What is the course about? photography, textiles, drawing and (Level 3) in Art. Mature students with a
This course provides an introduction to art multimedia. Gallery visits will form part of portfolio of practical work are also welcome
and design. You will develop practical your art history development. to apply.
creative skills working with different materials What qualifications do I need?
and techniques, learn art history and design A4596 National Diploma in
You will need to have an Intermediate/Level 3 Media & Graphics
theory, and improve your basic skills in 1 (eg BTEC First Diploma) qualification in
English, Maths & IT. On successful Art & Design, or 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C Media Production (BTEC - Level 3)
completion of this course, you will gain including Art. You will also need to have a Games Development (BTEC - Level 3)
qualifications in a range of life skills to help portfolio of your artwork, which you will How long will it take? 2 years
you progress to further college courses, as a dimensional design, print making and textiles. What qualifications do I need? bring along to your informal interview.
first step to a career in creative design You will need to have an Introductory What is the course about?
Diploma at Foundation Level 1 in a related This course is designed to provide you with
What qualifications do I need? You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at A1001 Diploma in Foundation
There are no formal qualifications for this grade E or above, one of which must be subject, or a good standard of English and 3 Studies Art and Design
practical and commercial skills that will
Maths and 4 GCSEs grades A* - D, prepare you for a career working in the
course but you will need to attend a formal Maths, English or Science. (BTEC - Level 3)
including art or design technology. You will media industry. You will learn core elements
interview with the tutor. However, a How long will it take? 1 year
need to bring your portfolio with examples such as research techniques and project
commitment to regular attendance, A1008 First Diploma in Art and
completing all coursework and good 2 Design (BTEC - Level 2) of your artwork when you come in for an What is the course about? briefing, as well as pre-production
informal interview. This course is a pre-degree programme techniques and production management.
behaviour is essential. How long will it take? 1 year which will build on your existing creative You will be able to specialise in: Media
What is the course about? skills, offering a broad range of art and Production covering animation and motion
A1007 Introductory Diploma in
1 Art, Design and Media
You will explore design principles and design activities to prepare you for graphics, video capturing, and 2D and 3D
experiment with different materials and university/Higher education and/or modelling; or Games Development
(BTEC - Level 1)
techniques in both 2D and 3D. Gallery visits employment in Art & Design. You will covering story development, design
How long will it take? 1 year and research into artists’ work is an develop your skills and techniques in techniques, sound creation and games
What is the course about? important feature of your course work. drawing, 2D and 3D processes, visual platforms and technologies.
You will explore a range of art and design Areas of study will include graphics, studies, textiles and art history studies, What qualifications do I need?
techniques and develop a ‘hands on’ photography, textiles, print, painting, drawing before you specialise in a specific area such To join this course, you will need to have at
approach to design, photography, three- and multimedia. as design, fine art, craft, media or
The Welsh Bac is also taught in this area - see page 45 for details Do you represent your school/county in sports? See page 43 for details of our Sports Scholarships!
ART SHOW OPEN EVENING STUDENT VIEW Ffion Hughes COMMENTS

On 17th June, 2009, our Art and Design and Photography students Age: 19 I joined the college four years ago on the First Diploma
in Art & Design, progressing on to the National Diploma
will be exhibiting their work to members of the public. Previous School: Alun High School, Mold course and also studying for an A level in Photography.
Course Title: BTEC Foundation Diploma I have now completed my pre-degree Foundation
Diploma programme resulting in a place at Manchester
If you’d like to come along to the Art Show, please call in Art and Design Metropolitan University on the prestigious BA(hons)
Interactive Arts.
Next Step: BA (hons) in Interactive Arts
01244 831531 for details, or email My years at Deeside have allowed me to develop lots of
at Manchester Metropolitan University new creative skills and different ways of working and
enquiries@deeside.ac.uk. expressing myself. I have really enjoyed my time here,
making lots of friends and working with staff who have
supported me all the way.
BUSINESS CATERING
18 CAREER PATHS:
Retail Manager
Accountant
Sales Manager
Customer Service Executive
Self Employment
Manager Marketing Manager CAREER PATHS: Chef
Food & Drink Manufacturing
Hotel Manager Waiter/Waitress Bar Manager Restaurant Manager
19
course but you will need to attend a formal What qualifications do I need? Returning to education after a F1206 Professional Catering - set by external examiners, and tests that
interview with the tutor. A commitment to You will need to have a BTEC First Diploma break? Flexible entry requirements
1 Foundation Course NVQ must be taken to achieve the qualification.
regular attendance and good behaviour is qualification in Business or a related subject, for mature students apply. (Level 1) (includes NVQ Level 1 Most students choose to progress onto the
multi–skilled Hospitality, Level 2 Food Safety
essential. or 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C including Maths and additional qualifications) Intermediate Diploma course and increase
and English. You will study towards the Welsh their knowledge and skills in the kitchen and
How long will it take? 1 year
2 B1051 First Diploma in Business Baccalaureate qualification as part of
restaurant.
(BTEC - Level 2) these courses, which includes an What qualifications do I need?
overseas visit along with all six key This is a professional course where you will
How long will it take? 1 year You will need a minimum of 4 GCSE’s at
skills (Communication, Application of learn the foundations of professional
What is the course about? grades A*-C for this course, including
Number, Information Technology, cookery, restaurant service, food hygiene
You will learn how businesses work. You English and a science subject.
Problem Solving, Working with and safety. Most students choose to
will study finance, e-business, personal progress onto the Intermediate course and
Others, and Improving Own
selling and enterprise. increase their knowledge and skills in the F1201 Professional Catering –
Performance). 2 Intermediate NVQ (Level 2)
What qualifications will I need? kitchen and restaurant.
During all of the following catering (includes NVQ 2 Professional Cookery
You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at What qualifications do I need?
You will study the Key Skills of courses you will learn in the training and NVQ Level 2 Food & Drink Service)
grades A*-D including Maths and English. You will need a minimum of 4 GCSE’s at
Communication, Application of kitchens and Y Celstryn training
grade E or above for this course, including How long will it take? 1 year
Number and Information Technology, restaurant, which is open to the
B1052 National Diploma in English and a science subject. What is the course about?
as part of this course. 3 Business (BTEC - Level 3)
public, and our suite of modern
classrooms equipped with the latest This is a professional course and you will
How long will it take? 2 years
E P4650 Entry to Business technology. further develop your skills in cookery and
How long will it take? 1 year What is the course about? restaurant service, to prepare you for a
You will study a range of business related You will also take part in work successful career in the hospitality industry.
What is the course about? subjects including marketing, human experience at local placements and at One class takes place in the evening whilst
This course provides an introduction to resources, finance, law, information events such as the Cheltenham you work in the kitchens or restaurant.
business. You will develop practical technology and economics. You may also Festival, Aintree Grand National, Open
commercial skills for working in an office What qualifications do I need?
wish to study additional subjects and gain Golf, Football and Rugby stadiums. You will need NVQ catering at Level 1, or
environment, learn business theory and qualifications in areas such as foreign
improve your basic skills in English, Maths & 4 GCSEs at grades A*-C and relevant
languages, book-keeping and/or business F4651 Entry to Catering and experience.
IT. On successful completion of this course, administration.
E Hospitality
you will gain qualifications in a range of life You will study the Key Skills of
skills to help you progress to further college How long will it take? 1 year
Communication, Application of Number,
courses, as a first step to a career in What is the course about?
Information Technology, Improve Own
Business. This course provides an introduction to
Learning and Performance, as part of this
What qualifications do I need? catering and hospitality. You will develop
course.
There are no formal qualifications for this practical skills for working in kitchens and
restaurants, learn food hygiene and safety F4654 Professional Catering –
The Welsh Bac is also taught in this area - see page 45 for details and improve your basic skills in English, 1 Foundation Diploma
Maths & IT. On successful completion of (Level 1) (includes Professional Chef
this course, you will gain qualifications in a Diploma Level 1, NVQ Level 1 Food Service,
range of life skills to help you progress to and Level 2 Food Safety with additional
STUDENT VIEW Sadé Nadour COMMENTS further college courses, as a first step to a qualifications)
career in the Hospitality industry. How long will it take? 1 year
Age: 19 I have enjoyed the business course immensely because What qualifications do I need? What is the course about?
it has given me confidence and the ability to develop There are no formal qualifications for this
Previous School: Alun High School, Mold business skills. My course tutors and lecturers have This is a professional course for capable and
course but you will need to attend a formal motivated learners, and you will learn the
Full Course Title: BTEC National been so supportive during my time at Deeside College
and I am delighted to have the opportunity to progress interview with the tutor. A commitment to principles of professional cookery,
Diploma in Business to university in Manchester. regular attendance and good behaviour is restaurant service, food hygiene and safety.
Next Step: Studying Marketing and essential. There are written and practical assignments
Cultural Studies at Manchester University
CATERING COMPUTER STUDIES AND INFORMATION &
20 CAREER PATHS: Chef

Food & Drink Manufacturing
Hotel Manager Waiter/Waitress Bar Manager Restaurant Manager COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY(ICT)
CAREER PATHS:
Technician Web Designer
Computer Operator E-business Specialist
Systems Support Technician
Games Designer
Software Designer
IT Support
Systems Analyst
21
F4657 Professional Catering – F1212 Professional Catering – F4039 BTEC National Diploma Returning to education after a break? M1645 Diploma in Digital What qualifications do I need?
2 Intermediate Diploma (Level 2) 3 Advanced NVQ (Level 3) 3 in Hospitality & Catering Flexible entry requirements for mature 1 Applications for IT (BTEC - Level 1) You will need to have a Level 1/Foundation
(includes Professional Chef Diploma (NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery) (BTEC - Level 3) students apply. How long will it take? 1 year ICT qualification or equivalent, or 4 GCSEs
Level 2 and NVQ Level 2 Food & Drink How long will it take? 2 years You will study the key skills of grades A*-D including Maths and English.
How long will it take? 1 year full-time What is the course about?
Service) Communication, Application of This course will help you develop your skills
plus 1 year part-time What is the course about?
How long will it take? 1 year Number and Information Technology, in the use of ICT (Information & M1670 National Diploma for IT
What is the course about? This is an advanced course and you will
as part of these courses. Communication Technology) including the
3 Practitioners (BTEC - Level 3)
What is the course about? You will develop advanced skills in cookery study a range of areas relating to the
This is a professional course and you will presentation of information. You will also How long will it take? 2 years
on this course, which includes evening Hospitality Industry, including professional
further develop your skills to a very high P4648 Entry to Information & learn about the use of ICT in enterprise, What is the course about?
classes. You will learn and practice skills such cookery, restaurant operations, hygiene and E Communication Technology and business communication, advertising and This course will develop your skills as an
standard in cookery and restaurant service, as menu composition, preparing complex safety, accommodation and front office
to prepare you for a successful career in the Administration promotion. You will be assessed on a ICT practitioner in system design and
dishes, stock control, supervising others and operations. You can progress from the continuous basis throughout the course.
hospitality industry. There are externally set managing cleaning programmes. BTEC National Diploma into employment How long will it take? 1 year installation; software development; website
written and practical assignments and tests What qualifications do I need? design and management, technical support;
What qualifications do I need? or you could continue to study towards a What is the course about?
that must be taken to achieve the You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at networks and communications; and
You will need to have NVQ or VRQ at degree at university or other Higher This course provides an introduction to
qualification. One class takes place in the grades E or above, one of which must be working with end-users. The course
Level 2 in Professional Cookery, and/or Education course. information and communication technology
evening whilst you work in the kitchens or Maths, English or Science. qualifies for UCAS points and offers you a
substantial experience of working within this What qualifications do I need? (ICT). You will develop practical skills for
restaurant. wide choice of progression options, either
industry, plus succeed in an interview You will need to have 5 GCSEs at grades the application of information, learn M1669 Diploma in Digital into a job, or study for a degree or Higher
What qualifications do I need? process which may include an assessment A* to C. business theory and improve your basic 2 Applications for IT (BTEC - Level 2) National Diploma in ICT related areas such
You will need the Professional Chef of your cookery skills in our kitchens. skills in English and Maths. On successful as computer science, information systems,
Diploma at Level 1, or 6 GCSEs at grades completion of this course, you will gain multimedia, software engineering,
A*-B and 5 years experience from qualifications in a range of life skills to help What is the course about?
computer networking, e-business and
appropriate employment in a professional you progress to further college courses, as This course will further develop your skills
information management.
cookery role. a first step to a career in the ICT industry. in the use of ICT (Information &
Communication Technology) including the What qualifications do I need?
What qualifications do I need? presentation of information, digital You will need to have 5 GCSEs at grades
There are no formal qualifications for this publishing, project planning, development of A*-C including Maths and English, or an
course but you will need to attend a formal multimedia products and prototyping and intermediate / Level 2 qualification in ICT.
STUDENT VIEW Alex Robinson COMMENTS interview with the tutor. A commitment to the development of graphic images. You will
regular attendance and good behaviour is also learn about the use of ICT in A4596 Diploma in Media &
Age: 18 I have really enjoyed my time at Deeside College. The essential.
3 Graphics (BTEC - Level 3)
enterprise, how to present business plans,
course was very hands on, getting involved in business communication, advertising and This course is designed to provide you with
Previous School: John Summers High competitions and events like Chester Races, the Mold
School, Queensferry promotion. You will be assessed on a practical and commercial skills that will
Food Festival and the Cheltenham Gold Cup. It was hard
work, but very exciting, and a great opportunity to learn continuous basis throughout the course. prepare you for a career working in the
Full Course Title: Professional Catering and develop my skills in a real life environment. electronic gaming industry. Please see page
Intermediate L2 17 for details.
I’m very pleased that the course has helped me to gain a
Next Step: Commis Chef at De Vere St challenging first job with a national company. It’s great
David’s Park Hotel opportunity, offering a real career development path. The Welsh Bac is also taught in this area - see page 45 for details
STUDENT VIEW Chris Wilcock COMMENTS STUDENT VIEW Jason Butterworth COMMENTS
Age: 20 I have enjoyed the course from day one. It has allowed Age: 16 I’ve really enjoyed studying at Deeside College. Our
me to learn new skills and take my career in a new and tutors are really patient and supportive of everything
Previous School: Elfed High exciting direction. I previously followed an academic Previous School: Prestatyn High School we do. Other students are really friendly and I have
School, Buckley route but this course has allowed me to do something I Full Course Title: Diploma in Digital made new friends here. I won’t forget the time I had
really love, and learn in a very hands-on way. at Deeside College.
Full Course Title: Professional Catering Applications L2
Intermediate L2 The highlight has been spending two days working with
high profile chefs Lesley Waters and James Martin at Next Step: Course in Music Technology
Next Step: Employment as Development the Mold Food Festival.
Chef at Creative Foods Ltd
CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION
22 CAREER PATHS: Carpenter/Joiner

Heating & Ventilation Technician
Bricklayer Painter/Decorator Plumber CAREER PATHS: Carpenter/Joiner
Heating & Ventilation Technician
Bricklayer Painter/Decorator Plumber
23
Construction students may progress to skills to help you progress to further college What qualifications do I need? techniques and how to apply standard wall
employment in the building industry, courses. Please see page 30 for more details. You will need to have 4 GCSEs at grade coverings and finishes. You will be assessed
whilst continuing their studies on a day What is the course about? E or above, one of which must be Maths, through practical exercises and theory tests.
release / part-time basis. There are no formal qualifications for this English or a Science. What qualifications do I need?
course but you will need to attend a formal You will need to have 4 GCSEs at grade
APPLY EARLY! COURSES FILL interview with the tutor. A commitment to E or above, one of which must be Maths,
UP QUICKLY regular attendance and good behaviour is English or a Science.
You will study the key skills of essential.
Communication, Application of K1565 Plumbing/Copper Tube
Number and Information Technology, K1529 Foundation Construction 1 Domestic Installation
as part of these courses. 1 Award in Brickwork (City & Guilds 6022-02 Level 1)
(City & Guilds Level 1) How long will it take? 1 year
E K4653 Entry to Construction How long will it take? 1 year What is the course about?
How long will it take? 1 year What is the course about? This course will provide you with the
What is the course about? This course has both theory and practical necessary skills and knowledge to choose
If you are unsure which career path to take, parts which will prepare you for a career in and design copper tubing for domestic
this course provides an introduction to the bricklaying. You will learn about health & heating and plumbing. Through practical
construction industry. You will develop safety; brickwork and blockwork; planning projects you will learn how to form,
practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and and organising work; and how to set up produce and install copper pipe work for
improve your basic skills in English, Maths & access platforms and scaffolding. You will be use in domestic installations and systems.
K1541 Foundation Construction What qualifications do I need?
IT. On successful completion of this course, assessed through practical exercises and 1 Award in Carpentry & Joinery You will need to have 4 GCSEs at grade
You will be assessed through practical
you will gain qualifications in a range of life theory tests. exercises and theory tests.
(City & Guilds Level 1) E or above, one of which must be Maths,
English or a Science. What qualifications do I need?
How long will it take? 1 year You will need to have 4 GCSEs at grade
STUDENT VIEW Colin Poole COMMENTS What is the course about?
This course has both theory and practical 1
K1572 Foundation Construction E or above, one of which must be Maths,
English or a Science.
Award in Painting & Decorating
parts which will prepare you for work in
Age: 17 Studying Brickwork has helped me to develop a career (City & Guilds Level 1)
carpentry and joinery. You will study health
in construction and provided me with greater future How long will it take? 1 year
Previous School: Rhyl High School prospects. & safety, how to erect and dismantle basic
Full Course Title: Foundation Other students recommended Deeside College to me working platforms, how to use portable What is the course about?
Construction Award - Brickwork and I have found the teaching staff in the brickwork power tools and prepare wood joints. You This course has both theory and practical
department to have a lot of site knowledge. They have will be assessed through practical exercises parts which will provide you with an
Next Step: Intermediate Construction been friendly and supportive throughout my course, and theory tests. introduction to Painting and Decorating skills.
Award-Brickwork and NVQ 2 and the skills I have learnt have enabled me to win an You will learn about health & safety, painting
award in the regional Junior Construction Skills
Competition, and I will be representing the college at
National Finals.
STUDENT VIEW Gareth Lowe COMMENTS STUDENT VIEW Michael Hopwood COMMENTS
Age: 17 The reason that I chose Deeside College was because I
Age: 23 My main reason for undertaking a course at Deeside wanted to learn a trade and Deeside was the nearest
College was to change my career from a factory Previous School: Elfed High School, college to me.
Previous School: St Richard Gwyn High
worker to doing something I really enjoy and that will Buckley Other people that I have spoken with highly
School, Flint give me greater prospects in the future. I have found
Course: Plumbing/Copper Tube Domestic recommended Deeside College to me, especially the
Full Course Title: Foundation the teaching staff in the construction department to Construction Department, which has excellent new
be friendly and very supportive throughout my course. Installation
Construction Award - Carpentry facilities with lots of new up-to-date equipment and
The joinery team are enthusiastic and knowledgeable Next Step: An apprenticeship with a local ways of learning.
Next Step: Employment with a local and never hesitate to share their industrial experience
joinery company fitting high quality with me or my fellow students. company and progression to NVQs Level The tutors are great and have plenty of knowledge
2 and 3 in heating & ventilation. about plumbing and heating & ventilation, and are
kitchens, progressing to Level 2 and 3 always willing to help me when needed.
NVQ and technical certificates in
carpentry and joinery.
ELECTRO TECHNICAL ENGINEERING ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
24 CAREER PATHS:
Self Employment
Domestic & Commercial Installation Technician
Electrical Service Engineer
Electrical Engineer CAREER PATHS:
Mechanical Engineer
Computer Aided Design Technician
Self Employment Service Engineer
Electrical Engineer
25
E1168 Performing Engineering
1 Operations Electrical
(City & Guilds 2800 - Level 1)
This is a practical course and you will gain
skills in a variety of areas including:
electronics; electrical installation; building
electronic and electrical circuits; testing
electrical circuits using meters; and health &
safety. The course will provide you with the
theory and knowledge that underpins the
competences learnt. On successful
completion of the course you will also
achieve the City & Guilds 2800 Engineering
You will study the correct procedures, Level 1 course.
APPLY EARLY! COURSES FILL
UP QUICKLY principles, application and regulations What qualifications do I need?
Returning to education after a break? necessary for installing and testing electrical You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at course you will also achieve the City & installation work. You will also gain skills in
Flexible entry requirements for mature circuits. You will learn how to install house grade E in Maths and English. Guilds 2800 Engineering Level 1 course. engineering measurements & calculations
students apply. alarms and create central heating wiring What qualifications do I need? and health & safety. This course will provide
systems. The course also includes industrial E1170 Performing Engineering You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at you with the theory and knowledge that
You will study the Key Skills of applications such as conduit, tray work and 1 Operations – Mechanical grade E or above in Maths and English. underpins the competences learnt.
Communication, Application of Number basket installation work. Successful This course also includes the City and
(City & Guilds 2800 – Level 1)
and Information Technology, as part of completion of this course will also provide Guilds 2800 Engineering Level 2.
How long will it take? 1 year E1172 Performing Engineering
these courses. the technical certificate for those who are 2 Operations (Mechanical and What qualifications do I need?
undertaking the Modern Apprenticeship What is the course about?
E1175 Electro-technical This is a practical course and you will gain Electrical) You will need 4 GCSEs at grades A*-D,
2 Installation
framework and the City & Guilds Inspection
skills in a variety of areas including (City & Guilds - Level 2) including Maths and English.
and Testing Level 2.
(City and Guilds 2330 - Level 2) mechanical engineering processes, bench How long will it take? 1 year
What qualifications do I need? fitting, milling, lathe work, measurements
How long will it take? 1 year What is the course about?
You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs with and calculations, and health & safety. The
What is the course about? This practical course will help you gain skills
A*-C including Maths Grade B, English, and course will provide you with the theory and
This course is designed for those wishing to in a variety of areas including mechanical
ICT or a science. knowledge that underpins the competences
pursue a career in electrical installation. processes, bench fitting, Computer Aided
learnt. On successful completion of the Design (CAD), electronics and electrical
STUDENT VIEW Sam Fairclough COMMENTS STUDENT VIEW Thomas Baines COMMENTS
Age: 18 I came into the engineering department last year and Age: 18 I attended the engineering summer school before
completed a Level 1 programme, not fully aware of starting this course. This gave me a good insight into
Previous School: Argoed High what I wanted to achieve. The support the college has Previous School: John Summers High the course content and confirmed my career choice. I
School, Mold provided has given me direction and enabled me to School, Queensferry have really enjoyed this course and the tutors have
achieve a Level 2 technical certificate in electro- provided lots of helpful support and advice. It has given
Full Course Title: Electrical Installation: technical installation work. This will support my Full Course Title: Performing Engineering me confidence and provided me with real engineering
City and Guilds Level 2 apprenticeship, which I hope to start very soon. Operations Level 2 skills in preparation for industrial work.
Next Step: Continue to the Modern Next Step: Enrol on the Modern
Apprenticeship programme and gain Apprenticeship programme and gain
employment in the Electrical installation
industry employment in the Fabrication industry
GENERAL ENGINEERING FABRICATION & WELDING
26 CAREER PATHS:
Mechanical Engineer
Computer Aided Design Technician
Self Employment Service Engineer
Electrical / Electronics Engineer CAREER PATHS: Mechanical Engineer Self Employment Service Engineer Welder
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E1163 National Award E4655 Entry to Fabrication &
3 Certificate in Manufacturing E Welding
Engineering (including Electrical How long will it take? 1 year
and Electronic Engineering)
(BTEC - Level 3)
This course provides an introduction to
How long will it take? 2 years fabrication and welding. You will develop
What is the course about? practical skills to carry out a variety of
This course is designed for those who wish welding techniques, as well as design, cut,
to pursue a career in mechanical, shape and join different types of metal. You
manufacturing or electrical/electronic will learn health and safety and improve
engineering, and will prepare you for your basic skills in English, Maths & IT. On
employment or university. You will study a successful completion of this course, you
range of topics including: science for will gain qualifications in a range of life skills
technicians; communications for technicians; to help you progress to further college
maths; programmable logic computers courses, as a first step to a career in the
(PLCs); optics; business systems; Computer fabrication industry.
Aided Design (CAD); electrical and What qualifications do I need?
electronic principles; engineering workshop There are no formal qualifications for this
practices; and mechanical or course but you will need to attend a formal
electrical/electronic specialist subjects. interview with the tutor. A commitment to techniques as well as health & safety. This and engineering science. This may lead to
regular attendance and good behaviour is course also includes the City and Guilds employment in the fabrication and welding
You will also study towards the Performing
essential. 2800 Engineering Level 1 course. industry or enable you to progress to
Engineering Operations (PEO) mechanical
What qualifications do I need? advanced level qualifications. This course
and electrical qualifications at Level 2, to
E1157 Pre-Apprentice You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at also includes the City and Guilds 2800
develop your practical skills. 1 Foundation Fabrication & grade E or above, including Maths and Engineering Level 2 course.
What qualifications do I need? Welding NVQ L1 (Performing English. What qualifications do I need?
You will need 4 GCSEs at grades A*-C Engineering Operations) (Level 1) You will need to have a Fabrication &
including Maths and English, or an E1148 Intermediate Fabrication Welding level 1 qualification to join this
Intermediate/Level 2 qualification in 2 & Welding NVQ L2 (Performing course, or previous experience of working
Engineering. What is the course about?
This is a practical course and you will gain Engineering Operations) (Level 2) within this industry.
Please Note: Additional courses linked the skills to become a welder, sheet metal How long will it take? 1 year
to Aerospace are available on request. worker, pipe fitter or fabricator. You will What is the course about?
Please ask for details. develop a range of skills in metal fabrication, You will learn more complex fabrication and
engineering drawing and a range of welding welding skills including technical drawing
STUDENT VIEW David Martin COMMENTS

Age: 18 I chose Deeside College because of its excellent
reputation and the modern workshop facilities. The
Previous School: Elfed High School, Buckley course is very practical and the tutors have been really
Full Course Title: Fabrication & Welding supportive, helping me to find work experience in a
local firm. I am looking forward to gaining full-time
performing engineering operations. employment and taking the next step to Level 2 of the
Pre-Apprenticeship programme Level 1 apprenticeship programme.
Next Step: Progress to a Modern
Apprenticeship with employment in the
local Fabrication industry
MOTOR VEHICLE STUDIES MOTOR VEHICLE STUDIES
28 CAREER PATHS: Motor Vehicle Mechanic/Technician Self Employment CAREER PATHS: Motor Vehicle Mechanic/Technician Self Employment
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APPLY EARLY! COURSES FILL E1184 Pre-Apprenticeship E1185 Technical Certificate in What qualifications do I need? how to diagnose more complex faults and
1 Programme – Motor Vehicle 2 Automotive Vehicle Servicing & You will need to have a Level 1 qualification repair major units, and learn test and
UP QUICKLY
Studies Repair (Light Vehicle) in motor vehicle servicing and repair, or overhaul procedures for engine systems,
Returning to education after a break? (Vehicle Maintenance and Repair City & (City & Guilds – Level 2) some practical experience in the servicing chassis, transmission and electrical systems.
Flexible entry requirements for mature Guilds – Level 1) and repair of cars. Alternatively you will
How long will it take? 1 year What qualifications do I need?
students apply. need 4 GCSEs at grades A*-D including
How long will it take? 1 year What is the course about? You will need a Level 2 qualification in
Maths and English. motor vehicle servicing and repair to join
What is the course about? This course will help you develop your
E4656 Entry to Motor Vehicle this course.
E Studies
This course is aimed at those who wish to servicing and repair skills and is also
enter the motor vehicle service and repair appropriate for those following Foundation E1186 Technical Certificate in You will study the Key Skills of
How long will it take? 1 year 3 Automotive Vehicle Servicing &
industry. You will learn about basic servicing Modern Apprenticeship programmes. You Communication, Application of
What is the course about? and repair, including fuel, engine and braking will learn about engine systems (fuel, Repair (Light Vehicle) Number and Information Technology,
This course provides an introduction to systems, steering & suspension, wheel and cooling, ignition, air & exhaust), chassis (City & Guilds – Level 3) as part of these courses.
motor vehicle mechanics. You will develop tyre maintenance, and health & safety (steering, suspension, brakes and How long will it take? 1 year
practical skills to enable you to carry out principles. bodywork), transmission (clutch, gearbox What is the course about?
basic servicing and repairs to light motor and final drive), electrical systems (battery,
What qualifications do I need? This course will help you develop advanced
vehicles. You will learn health & safety and start, charge and lighting) and health and
You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at level skills in servicing & repair and is also
improve your basic skills in English, Maths & safety. You will also work towards the
grade E in Maths and English. appropriate for those following Modern
IT. On successful completion of this course, Welsh Baccalaureate Intermediate Diploma Apprenticeship programmes. You will learn
you will gain qualifications in a range of life as part of this course.
skills to help you progress to further college
courses, as a first step to a career as a
motor vehicle mechanic.
There are no formal qualifications for this
course but you will need to attend a formal
interview with the tutor. A commitment to
regular attendance and good behaviour is
essential.
STUDENT VIEW Thomas Richardson COMMENTS

Age: 17 This course has opened up a new life for me, learning
skills which will prepare me for working in the
Full Course Title: Motor Vehicle: City automotive repair industry. Being in college is like
and Guilds Level 1 maintenance and repair. being in a real motor vehicle garage, it really sets you
Pre-Apprenticeship programme up for working life.
Next Step: Progress to Motor Vehicle
Maintenance and Repair Level 2 and study
for the Welsh Bac.
FOUNDATION COURSES - FOUNDATION COURSES -
30 ENTRY LEVEL COURSES / PROSPECTS

CAREER PATHS:
Construction
Administration
Fabrication & Welding
Art & Design Business
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Catering & Hospitality
Hairdressing
ICT
INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS
NEXT STEPS: When you have completed your course you could progress to other subject areas, day
opportunities and/or supported employment.
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Beauty & Holistic Therapies Health, Care & Early Years Public Services Sport Travel & Tourism
S1709 Independent Living Skills
Entry to a career in... How long will it take? 1-3 years

Entry to Beauty & see page 33 Art Design and Media
If you already know which career path you Holistic Therapies What is the course about?
Catering
wish to take then we have a range of This course is designed for learners with
Entry to Health, Care & see page 35 Construction
vocational courses designed to give you an additional learning needs. Learners joining
Early Years
Hair and Beauty this course may be attending, or have
introduction to your chosen career. You will Entry to Public see page 39
develop practical skills and theory relevant Information Communication attended, a special school, day care or
Services & Sport supported employment. You will be able to
to your chosen area. You will also improve Technology (ICT)
Entry to Sport, Recreation see page 40 build a programme of study to meet your
your basic skills in English, Maths & IT. On Motor Vehicle
& Public Services individual needs and choices. Students may
successful completion of this course, you The course also provides an opportunity for
will gain qualifications in a range of life skills Entry to Travel see page 42 attend anything from a single session to three
you to improve your basic skills in English, full days to suit individual needs and choices.
to help you progress to further college & Tourism
Maths and IT. There are no formal Students' achievements are accredited
courses, as a first step to your chosen What qualifications do I need? examinations. The course is assessed
career. through ASDAN, Open College Network
There are no formal qualifications for this through completion of tasks and (OCN) or the Accreditation Qualification
The course will give you access to work course but you will need to attend a formal coursework Alliance (AQA). Course subjects may be
related experience in one of the interview with the tutor. A commitment to
What qualifications do I need? chosen from:
following vocational areas: regular attendance and good behaviour is Classes take place in a dedicated suite of
There are no formal entry requirements for Art & Craft
essential. teaching rooms and students have their
Entry to Administration/ICT see page 13 this course, but you will need to attend an Basic Skills own Common Room. Students are taught
Entry to Art & Design see page 16 informal interview with the tutor. Catering
S1708 Prospects – Skills for Life by experienced teaching staff and are
A commitment to regular attendance and Ceramics/Pottery
Entry to Business see page 18 and Work assisted by Learning Assistants as necessary.
good behaviour is essential. Citizenship
Entry to Catering see page 19 How long will it take? 1 year
Sensory Drama & Theatre Workshops If you would like more information please
& Hospitality What is the course about? English Speaking Board Examinations contact our Student Support Co-ordinator
Entry to Computer see page 21 The course is designed to give you training Environmental Issues on 01244 831 531 ext 4243.
Studies and ICT/Admin and support to prepare you to progress to Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene
Entry to Construction see page 22 further college courses and the world of Gardening What qualifications do I need?
Entry to Fabrication see page 27 work. On successful completion of this ICT – Information & Computing There are no formal entry requirements for
& Welding course, you will gain a WJEC Entry Level Technology
this course. You will need to have an
qualification in Life Skills. Music
Entry to Motor see page 28 informal interview to discuss your individual
Personal and Social Education
Vehicle Studies The course will give you access to work learning and support needs with the
Personal Presentation
related experience in one of the following Student Support Co-ordinator and Course
Entry to Hairdressing see page 32 Work experience may also be an option.
vocational areas: Tutors. A commitment to attend is essential.
& Beauty Therapies
Do you represent your school/county in sports? See page 43 for details of our Sports Scholarships! Do you represent your school/county in sports? See page 43 for details of our Sports Scholarships!
STUDENT VIEW Craig Tate COMMENTS STUDENT VIEW Stephen Lloyd Thomas COMMENTS
Age: 17 “Prospects is a good course and it has helped me over Age: 28 I really enjoy college. I like learning and I like doing ICT.
the past year. Everyone is more grown up and you are I also enjoy working on the ASDAN Life Skills units.
Previous School: Connah’s Quay High treated as an adult by all staff. Previous School: Ysgol Ti’r Morfa, Rhyl
Last year I got the Certificate in Life Skills at Level I,
Full Course Title: Prospects/Motor We are aware of health and safety, and have to wear Full Course Title: Skills for Independent now I’m trying the Level 2. I love being with my friends
Vehicle overalls and boots in the workshop and not have any Living and I think college is great. The tutors are really nice
jewellery. too.
Next Step: Motor Vehicle Level 1 I have become more confident, and I am really Next Step: To keep up my skills, keep
looking forward to next year when I will be on a Level coming to college and to carry out my
1 Motor Vehicle course”. work placement in a café near to my
home.
HAIRDRESSING, BEAUTY & HOLISTIC THERAPIES HAIRDRESSING, BEAUTY & HOLISTIC THERAPIES
32 CAREER PATHS:
Lecturer/Trainer
Hairdresser / Hair Stylist
Nail Technician Salon Manager
Beauty Therapist Holistic Therapist
Self Employment
CAREER PATHS:
Lecturer/Trainer
Nail Technician
Beauty Therapist
Salon Manager Self Employment
Holistic Therapist
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APPLY EARLY! COURSES FILL
1
H1340 NVQ 1 Foundation 1 H1329 NVQ 1 Beauty Therapy
UP QUICKLY Hairdressing (VTCT - Level 1)
(City & Guilds - Level 1) How long will it take? 1 year
Returning to education after a break? How long will it take? 1 year What is the course about?
Flexible entry requirements for mature What is the course about? You will learn about the structure of the
students apply. This course covers both practical skills and beauty industry, beauty therapy techniques,
You will also study towards the Welsh theory. You will learn about health & safety anatomy and physiology, health, safety and
Baccalaureate qualification which in the salon, reception duties, shampooing, security in the workplace, reception duties,
includes the key skills of conditioning and drying hair, helping with the use of beauty products and how to sell
Communication, Application of perming and colouring processes and selling beauty products. You will also be able to take
Number and Information Technology. hair products. You will also be able to take Adult Numeracy and Literacy courses, to
Adult Numeracy and Literacy courses, to help you gain skills towards Level 2 beauty
HAIRDRESSING help you gain skills towards Level 2 courses. or holistic therapy courses.
H4658 Entry to Hairdressing & What qualifications do I need? What qualifications do I need?
E Beauty Therapies To join this course, you will need 2-3 GCSEs To join this course, you will need 2-3 GCSEs
How long will it take? 1 year at grade A*-D, including English and Maths at grade A*-D, including English and Maths
What is the course about? or a science. or a science.
H1335 NVQ 2 Intermediate H1318 NVQ 2 Intermediate
hairdressing and beauty. You will develop
2 Hairdressing (CGLI – Level 2)
2 Beauty Therapy (VTCT - Level 2)
practical skills for working in a salon, learn
about health and safety and improve your How long will it take? 2 years How long will it take? 1 year
basic skills in English, Maths & IT. On What is the course about? What is the course about?
successful completion of this course, you This course covers both practical skills and This course covers both practical skills and
will gain qualifications in a range of life skills theory. You will learn how to style hair using BEAUTY & HOLISTIC skills to help you progress to further college theory. You will learn about anatomy,
to help you progress to further college drying and setting techniques, cut hair using THERAPIES courses, as a first step to a career in the physiology, cosmetic applications and
courses, as a first step to a career in the basic techniques, change hair colour, perm beauty and holistic therapy industry. treatments, mask application, eyelash &
hairdressing and beauty industry. H4652 Entry to Beauty & What qualifications do I need? eyebrow tint, wax depilation, personal
hair, advise clients, shampoo and condition E Holistic Therapies There are no formal qualifications for this presentation, manicure & pedicure,
hair, carry out reception duties and maintain
There are no formal qualifications for this health & safety in the salon. You will also How long will it take? 1 year course but you will need to attend a formal Application of Number and
course but you will need to attend an have the opportunity to take part in What is the course about? interview with the tutor. However, a Communications. You will also have the
interview with the tutor. However, a competitions. This course provides an introduction to commitment to regular attendance, opportunity to take part in enrichment
commitment to regular attendance, hairdressing and beauty. You will develop completing all coursework and good activities.
completing all coursework and good To join this course, you will need to have 2 practical skills for working in a beauty or behaviour is essential. What qualifications do I need?
behaviour is essential. GCSEs at grades A*-C, including English and health spa, learn about health and safety and To join this course, you will need to have 4
Maths or a science or a Level 1 qualification improve your basic skills in English, Maths & GCSEs at grades A*-C including English and
in hairdressing. IT. On successful completion of this course, Maths or a science, or a Level 1
you will gain qualifications in a range of life qualification in beauty therapy.
STUDENT VIEW Ceri Peers COMMENTS STUDENT VIEW Sian McGovern COMMENTS
Age: 18 I have enjoyed the course, including studying for the Age: 19 I achieved Level 2 Beauty Therapy last year and
Welsh Bac. It has added value to my qualification, progressed on to the Holistic Therapies course this year,
Previous School: John Summers, gaining me several other certificates as well as my Previous School: St Richard Gwyn High which I have really enjoyed, particularly the practical
Queensferry main qualification. School, Flint classes where we practise on each other.
Full Course Title: NVQ Level 2 I have also made new friends and found a full time job Full Course Title: Level 2 Certificate in I have made some really good friends of different ages
Hairdressing in the hairdressing industry. I particularly enjoyed Holistic Therapies and we all help and support each other.
taking part in hairdressing competitions, and the work I already work part-time in a salon in Chester, and with
Next Step: Move from working part-time experience I have gained gave me a very good insight Next Step: Full-time employment at the my new skills, the salon has offered me full-time
to full-time in the same job in the into the industry. Au Paradis salon in Chester employment, so I am really looking forward to expanding
hairdressing industry. the treatments that we offer.
HAIRDRESSING, BEAUTY & HOLISTIC THERAPIES HEALTH, CARE & EARLY YEARS
34 CAREER PATHS:
Lecturer/Trainer
Nail Technician Salon Manager
Beauty Therapist
Self Employment
Holistic Therapist CAREER PATHS:
Speech Therapist
Classroom Assistant
Childminder
Care Worker
Counsellor
Nursery Nurse
Social Worker
Nurse Teacher
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2 3 You will also study the Level 3 Diploma in APPLY EARLY! COURSES FILL L1596 Entry Level Certificate in What qualifications do I need?
Indian Head Massage, the Level 3 Diploma UP QUICKLY Health & Social Care You will need to have GCSEs at grades E-
H1330 Intermediate Certificate in in Health, Safety, Security and Employment Returning to education after a break? G, plus the commitment and enthusiasm to
Holistic Therapies (Aromatherapy, Standards and you will take part in a work Flexible entry requirements for mature learn. If you do not have any formal
Reflex Zone Therapy, Body Massage, placement. What is the course about?
students apply. qualifications, you may still be allowed to
Holistic Facials) What qualifications do I need? This course will introduce you to Health
join this course. The tutor can discuss this
(VTCT - Levels 2 and 3) You must be aged 17+, have good and Social Care and you will learn about
You will study the key skills of with you during your interview.
How long will it take? 1 year communication and social skills and enjoy health and safety, working together with
working as part of a team. Excellent Communication, Application of colleagues and clients, working with
What is the course about? personal presentation and good physical Number and Information Technology, different client groups, health promotion,
This course covers both practical skills and stamina are also required. You will also plus the wider key skills of Working
theory. You will learn about health, safety & children’s play, information technology (IT)
need to have 4 GCSEs at grades A*-C, a with Others, Improving Own Learning and personal development skills. You will be
security in the workplace, body massage Level 2 qualification in beauty therapy or a and Problem Solving, as part of these
techniques, how to advise clients on holistic encouraged to spend one day each week
Level 1 qualification in holistic therapies. courses.
and complementary therapies, on a work placement.
Mature students without GCSEs are
aromatherapy massage, Reflex zone welcome to apply.
therapy, holistic facials and anatomy and H4310 NVQ 3 Diploma in Holistic
physiology.
3 Therapy Level 3 (VTCT - Level 3)
H1320 NVQ 3 Advanced Beauty
3 Therapy (VTCT - Level 3) How long will it take? 1 year
How long will it take? 1 year What is the course about?
This course combines both practical skills
What is the course about? and theory. You will learn advanced
This course covers both practical skills and techniques including: prescriptive
theory. You will learn advanced skills in a aromatherapy; foot reflexology; advanced
number of areas including anatomy & body massage techniques such as
physiology, facial electrical treatments, neuromuscular and acupressure points, and
corrective camouflage treatments, advanced thermal stone therapy. On the holistic facials
nail techniques, fashion and photographic option you will undertake face mapping using
make-up, body massage, and mechanical colour and crystals. You may also wish to
and heat treatments. study a spa related option or sports massage.
What qualifications do I need? Work placement is a key part of your course.
You will need a Level 2 qualification such as What qualifications do I need?
NVQ Beauty Therapy or Holistic You will need a Swedish Body Massage
Therapies. qualification, achieved within Level 3 Beauty
Therapy, Level 2 Holistic Therapy or the
Level 3 Certificate in Swedish Massage. You
must have good physical stamina and be able
to work well within a team.
STUDENT VIEW Jessica Newman COMMENTS

Age: 19 Studying a vocational course at Deeside College was a
great way to learn the skills I needed to become a
Previous School: Hollywell High School Beauty Therapist. The experience I gained at the
Course Title: NVQ Level 3 Beauty college salons gave me the confidence to get a part-
time job in Santé Beach salon in Prestatyn. I’ve really
Therapy enjoyed the course and the tutors have provided lots of
Next Step: Study for Level 3 Diploma in valuable advice.
Holistic Therapies and work as a Beauty
Therapist in a salon.
HEALTH, CARE & EARLY YEARS HEALTH, CARE & EARLY YEARS
36 CAREER PATHS:
Speech Therapist
Classroom Assistant
Childminder
Care Worker
Counsellor Social Worker
Nursery Nurse Nurse Teacher CAREER PATHS:
Speech Therapist
Classroom Assistant
Childminder
Care Worker
Counsellor Social Worker
Nursery Nurse Nurse Teacher
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L1588 Introductory Diploma in L1580 Foundation Award in L1585 Certificate/Diploma in with Merit/Distinction in a related subject,
1 Health & Social Care 1 Caring for Children 2 Childcare & Education or 4 GCSEs grades A*-D including English,
(BTEC Level 1) (CACHE - Level 1) (CACHE - Level 2) at least 2 of which must be at grade C.
How long will it take? 1 year How long will it take? 1 year How long will it take? 1 year
What is the course about? What is the course about? What is the course about?
This course will help prepare you for work This course will introduce you to the skills In this course you will develop your skills to
within Health and Social Care. You will and knowledge you need when working in help you get a job as a nursery assistant,
develop your skills and personal child care, education and playwork. You will crèche assistant or baby sitter/au pair.
effectiveness. You will study topics on social learn a variety of topics related to caring for You will learn how to care for and educate
responsibility at work, looking after children, children including human growth and young children, how to work with parents,
health and the environment and local development, food and nutrition, health carers and other professionals, the
services. and safety in the home and in group development of the child including their
What qualifications do I need? settings, care of children and play activities. emotional and social development and how
You will need to have some GCSEs at What qualifications do I need? to work with babies.
grade D-F (including Maths and English) You will need to have GCSEs with grades What qualifications do I need?
with a minimum of 2 GCSEs at grade D. D-F, including Maths and English, and with 2 You will need to have a Level 1 qualification
GCSEs at grade D
L1589 First Diploma in Health &
2 Social Care (BTEC Level 2)
How long will it take? 1 year qualification (eg BTEC Introductory influences on health and disease, individual
Diploma with Distinction) in Health and independence and autonomy, care planning
Social Care, or a similar qualification. and research. You will also be able to
This course will prepare you for work
choose units in areas such as social policy,
within Health and Social Care. You will
L1590 Vocational A Level in physiological disorders, genetics and
study a range of topics including 3 Health & Social Care (Level 3) reproduction and ethical and legal aspects
communication and individual rights,
How long will it take? 2 years of Health and Social Care
individual needs in Health and Social Care,
Health and Care Services, human lifespan What is the course about? What qualifications do I need?
and cultural diversity. You will also take part You will develop your skills to prepare you You will need 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C
in work experience. for work in Health, Social Care and/or Early including English and preferably Maths and
Years services. You will study equal Science, or an Intermediate/Level 2
opportunities and clients’ rights, qualification (eg BTEC First Diploma) in
You will need to have 4 GCSEs at grades
communication skills, human growth and Health and Social Care with
A*-D including English (including 2 GCSEs
development, social and health psychology, merit/distinction.
at grade C), a Foundation/Level 1
STUDENT VIEW Samantha Cary COMMENTS

Age: 28 This two year course has given me the opportunity to
further my future prospects and I feel I now have the
Previous School: John Summers High confidence to achieve thanks to undertaking the course.
School, Queensferry The course has been instrumental in assisting with my
learning as it has up-to-date technology and a very
Full Course Title: AS/A2 Health & Social helpful learning zone.
Care
All the staff on my course have been supportive and
^
Next Step: Nursing degree at Glyndwr made my time at Deeside College inspiring and fun. I
University, Wrexham feel I have grown as a person as well as academically.
HEALTH, CARE & EARLY YEARS PUBLIC SERVICES
38 CAREER PATHS:
Speech Therapist
Classroom Assistant
Childminder Counsellor
Care Worker
Social Worker
Nursery Nurse Nurse Teacher CAREER PATHS: Armed Forces – Army, Navy, Airforce Police Ambulance Fire Service
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L1605 NVQ Childcare & Early What qualifications do I need? As you are likely to take part in work APPLY EARLY! COURSES FILL B4041 Diploma in Public B1063 National Diploma in Public
2 Years (Edexcel - Level 2) You will need 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C experience which involves either children or UP QUICKLY 1 Services Services (BTEC - Level 3)
How long will it take? 1 year including English, and preferably, Maths and vulnerable adults as part of all these courses, Returning to education after a break? (BTEC - Level 1) How long will it take? 2 years
Science, or a Level 2/Intermediate you will need to complete a Criminal Records Flexible entry requirements for mature How long will it take? 1 year
What is the course about? What is the course about?
qualification in Health & Social Care or Early Bureau (CRB) application form and check. If students apply.
In this course, you will develop the essential What is the course about? This course will prepare you for a career
Years, with Merit/Distinction. you have a criminal record, you may still gain
skills and knowledge to work within You will study the key skills of You will learn about life in the Public within a Public Service organisation ie
a place on the course, it depends on the
childcare. You will learn about early years Communication, Application of Services - Armed Forces, Police, Fire Armed Forces, Fire, Police, Ambulance.
nature and background of any offence. If you
and education, research and study skills, Number and Information Technology service, Ambulance etc. You will study You will study a variety of core subjects
would like to discuss this issue in confidence,
language and communication development, as part of these courses. teamworking, mapwork, fitness and including working in public services, political
please contact our Student Services Advisers
managing behaviour, social and emotional personal effectiveness. awareness, understanding authority,
on 01244 834511, or call in to speak to
development and working with parents. B4659 Entry to Public Services & What qualifications do I need? expedition skills, international perspectives,
them in person. E Sport You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at human behaviour and you will choose
You will need to have a Level 1 or Level 2 How long will it take? 1 year grade E or above, one of which must be additional units in areas such as health and
qualification with Merit/Distinction in a care Maths, English or Science. fitness, fires and accidents, law and
What is the course about? criminology, disaster and emergency, traffic
related subject, or have sound experience This course provides an introduction to
of working in childcare. B1062 First Diploma in Public and transport, outdoor activities, crime and
working in the public services. You will 2 Services (BTEC - Level 2) its effects, mapwork and navigation.
learn about team working, fitness and first
L1591National How long will it take? 1 year What qualifications do I need?
3 Diploma/Certificate
aid and improve your basic skills in English,
You will need 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C
Maths & IT. On successful completion of What is the course about?
Child Care Learning and this course, you will gain qualifications in a including English, or a BTEC First Diploma
You will learn about the Public Services ie
Development (BTEC - Level 3) range of life skills to help you progress to in a related subject.
Armed Forces, Police, Fire, Ambulance.
How long will it take? 2 years further college courses, as a first step to a You will study Public Service work, skills and There are circumstances where having a criminal
What is the course about? career in the public services. fitness with four units from a choice of record may affect your future career in the public
This course will prepare you for work What qualifications do I need? outdoor activities, crime and its effects, sector. If you have a criminal record, you may be
within the Early Years sector, eg in There are no formal qualifications for this sports and recreation, driving and accidents, eligible to attend the course, but once completed,
playgroups, day nurseries, schools, health course but you will need to attend a formal mapwork and navigation, community and your career options in the public services could
settings and special needs establishments. interview with the tutor. A commitment to cultural awareness and the law and the be limited as a direct result of the offence
You will study a range of topics including regular attendance and good behaviour is individual. committed. You are not required to complete a
learning and play in the early years, child CRB check to attend this type of course, but you
essential. What qualifications do I need?
care practice, child protection and safety, may wish to speak with a Student Services
You will need a Foundation/Level 1 Adviser in confidence about whether your
human growth and development, child qualification in a related subject, or 4 criminal record would limit your career options.
health, special needs and specialist GCSEs at grades A*-D including Maths and You can call in person or phone 01244 834511.
communication skills. English.
STUDENT VIEW Angharad Cawthray COMMENTS STUDENT VIEW Cathy Evans COMMENTS
Age: 17 Studying Early Years in college has prepared me well for Age: 18 The Public Services course has opened many doors to
university in September. The support from my tutor was many new and exciting opportunities. The course has
Previous School: Ysgol Glan Clwyd, very good, I received help and support when needed, Previous School: Ysgol Maes Garmon, shown me different aspects of public service work and
St Asaph and we had easy access to the internet to do course Mold given me the chance to get involved in competitions,
work. I would highly recommend the course to anyone team challenges and meeting new people.
Full Course Title: BTEC National Full Course Title: BTEC National
Diploma in Early Years wanting to work with children. We have all had the chance to work along side different
Diploma Uniformed Public Service public sector services and participate in outdoor
Next Step: To study Paediatric nursing at Next Step: I now hope to join the Royal activities. I have learnt and developed new skills such as
Bangor university and eventually find a job working in a team, meeting and working with new
Air Force Police. people, leadership skills, confidence building and
in children’s nursing.
problem solving.
SPORT & RECREATION SPORT & RECREATION
40 CAREER PATHS: Sports Instructor/Coach

Holiday Camp Representative Self Employment
Sports Centre Manager Fitness Coach CAREER PATHS: Sports Instructor/Coach
Holiday Camp Representative Self Employment
Sports Centre Manager Fitness Coach
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Please note, you don’t have to be very R1701 Certificate in Sports & R1703 NVQ 2 Exercise and R1699 National Diploma in (covering sports injuries and analysis of elite criminal record, you may still gain a place on
good at practical sport to join these 1 Leisure (City & Guilds - Level 1) 2 Fitness (Level 2) 3 Sports Studies performance). the course, it depends on the nature and
courses. You just need to be interested, How long will it take? 1 year How long will it take? 1 year Sport Development and Fitness What qualifications do I need? background of any offence. If you would like to
keen and motivated! (BTEC - Level 3) To join this course, you will need to have at discuss this issue in confidence, please
What is the course about? What is the course about?
Performance and Excellence least 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C, or a BTEC contact our Student Services Advisers on
APPLY EARLY! COURSES FILL This course is an introduction to the sport You will learn how to take coaching (BTEC – Level 3) 01244 834511, or call in to speak to them in
UP QUICKLY and leisure industry and involves the sessions, develop fitness programmes and First Diploma in Sport, an
How long will it take? 2 years Intermediate/Level 2 qualification in a person.
You will study the key skills of development of both theoretical principles deal with accidents, with the option to
and practical aspects of sport and leisure. develop skills in Exercise to Music or Gym- What is the course about? related subject or appropriate work
Communication, Application of experience.
Number and Information Technology, You will also learn about coaching and based Exercise. The course will cover both You will study practical units and core
fitness, both in the classroom as well as in a theory and practical aspects of exercise and theory including psychology, sports
as part of these courses. As students on the First Diploma, National
sports environment. This course is assessed fitness. You will be encouraged to work sociology, fitness testing, training and fitness,
coaching and working with children. You Diploma and NVQ are likely to take part in
B4659 Entry to Sport, through a mixture of assignments and small within the North Wales Indoor Athletics
E can then specialise in either the Sports work experience which involves either children
Recreation and Public Services exams. Centre at Deeside College to further
Development and Fitness course (covering or vulnerable adults, you will need to
What qualifications do I need? develop your skills and experience.
How long will it take? 1 year nutrition and sports development) or the complete a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB)
You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at What qualifications do I need? application form and check If you have a
What is the course about? Performance and Excellence course
grades A*-E, one of which must be Maths, You will need to have an Introductory
English or Science. Diploma at Foundation Level 1 in a related
sport and recreation. You will develop
subject, or a good standard of English and
practical skills for working in leisure centres
R1704 First Diploma in Sports Maths, supported by a general education
or sports academies; learn about first aid 2 Science (BTEC - Level 2) equivalent to 4 GCSEs grades A*-D.
and health & safety; and improve your basic
skills in English, Maths & IT. On successful How long will it take? 1 year
completion of this course, you will gain What is the course about?
qualifications in a range of life skills to help This course involves a mixture of theory
you progress to further college courses, as and practical work, and includes concepts
a first step to a career in the sport and relating to sports science. You will learn
leisure industry. about a variety of topics including the body
What qualifications do I need? in sports, training and fitness, sports
There are no formal qualifications for this coaching, injuries, the sports industry,
course but you will need to attend a formal nutrition and practical sport.
interview with the tutor. A commitment to What qualifications do I need?
regular attendance and good behaviour is You will need to have a minimum of a Level
essential. 1 qualification in a related subject or 4
GCSEs grades A*-D.
The Welsh Bac is also taught in this area - see page 45 for details The Welsh Bac is also taught in this area - see page 45 for details
STUDENT VIEW Kathryn Hopwood COMMENTS

Age: 18 I have enjoyed my experience at Deeside College
immensely. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly
Previous School: Elfed High School, and I have also added to my CV by gaining a number
Buckley of additional qualifications. The sports facilities at the
college are excellent and I have been able to continue
Full Course Title: National Diploma in my athletics training while studying, and so it has been
Sports Performance & Excellence easy for me to mix my academic studies with my sport.
Next Step: I hope to study Sports
Therapy at the University of Central
Lancashire, Preston or UWIC (Cardiff)
TRAVEL & TOURISM Do you represent your county or country
42 CAREER PATHS: Travel Agent
Visitor Attraction Employee
Cabin Crew
Tourist Information
Overseas Resort Representative
Tour Operations
in sports?
Apply for a Sports Scholarship!
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Returning to education after a break? What qualifications do I need? T4042 BTEC National Award Sports Scholarships are worth £1,000 per year for up to 2 years, paid in installments.
Flexible entry requirements for mature You will need to have at least 4 GCSEs at 3 Travel & Tourism with Cabin Crew
students apply. grade E or above, one of which must be (Level 3)
You will study the Key Skills of Maths, or English. They are available to students wishing to study any subject, not only sports, and are for those
Communication, Application of Number
What is the course about? who have exceptional sporting ability and who have representative honours in at least one
and Information Technology, as part of T1711 First Diploma - Travel &
these courses. 2 Tourism (BTEC - Level 2) This course will cover areas such as the sport at county or national level. You will also need to have an excellent school report.
business of travel and tourism, marketing,
T4661 Entry to Travel & Tourism How long will it take? 1 year travel destinations, customer service and retail
E How long will it take? 1 year What is the course about? in travel and tourism, retail travel operations, The scholarship is designed to support students and provide financial assistance towards the
What is the course about? This is a practical course and you learn about passenger operations and cabin crew.
customer service, personal development, costs of fulfilling your sporting potential. For example, scholarship students may use the
The course provides an introduction to What qualifications do I need?
leisure and tourism. You will develop practical health & safety, making travel arrangements, You will need to have 5 GCSEs at grades A*- money for transport to practice sessions/competitions, buying quality equipment, and/or
skills for working in a resort or travel shop how to sell travel services (e.g. insurance), C, or an intermediate/level 2 qualification in a
promotions, dealing with payments and paying for a specialist coach.
and improve your basic skills in English, Maths related subject including merits (e.g. First
& IT. On successful completion of this course customised tours. Diploma).
you will gain qualifications in a range of life What qualifications do I need?
skills to help you progress to further college You will need to have a Foundation T4660 BTEC National Diploma in
courses as a first step to a career in the travel qualification in a related subject with merits 3 Travel & Tourism (Level 3)
industry. where applicable, or 4 GCSEs at Grade A*- How long will it take? 2 years
What qualifications do I need? D including Maths and English.
There are no formal qualifications for this This course is designed to provide an all-
course but you will need to attend a formal T1713 First Diploma - Overseas
interview with the tutor. A commitment to
2 Resort Representatives round introduction to the travel and tourism
(BTEC - Level 2) industry for those who wish to further their
regular attendance and good behaviour is careers in one of its many connected
essential. How long will it take? 1 year occupational areas. You will learn about
What is the course about? customer service, destination geography, skills
T1712 Introductory Diploma in You will develop your skills in leisure and for working with children, Cabin Crew and
1 Travel & Tourism (City & Guilds - tourism and study a variety of topics including also commercial skills. This course may lead
Level 1) preparation for working overseas, customer to a degree or other higher-education
How long will it take? 1 year care in the resort, communicating with programmes or employment in the travel
customers in the resort, working as a and leisure industry or in a related sector.
What is the course about? representative and working as part of the
This course is based on the leisure and What qualifications do I need?
resort team. You will need to have 5 GCSEs at grades A*-
tourism industry and you will study a variety
of topics such as promotion in leisure and What qualifications do I need? C, or an intermediate/level 2 qualification in a
tourism, customer service, using displays, You will need to have a Foundation related subject including merits (e.g. First
travel planning, UK leisure and tourism qualification in a related subject with merits Diploma).
destinations, people and leisure, preparing for where applicable, or 4 GCSEs at Grade A*-
employment, and receiving and making D including Maths and English.
payments.
The Welsh Bac is also taught in this area - see page 45 for details To apply for a Please ensure that you
Scholarship, you must: address your
STUDENT VIEW Naomi Blythin COMMENTS application to the
Complete a Deeside College application form
Age: 17 I started at Deeside College two years ago on a
Prospects course, and last year gained a place on the
Submit a copy of your most recent school report Principal
Previous School: St Richard Gwyn High Level 1 Travel Diploma course. At the same time I Write a 500 – 1,000 word letter of application to The Principal,
School, Flint studied the Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation to tell us: - We will write to you to acknowledge your application and
qualification. I was really pleased when I gained my why you want to come to Deeside College we will confirm whether you have been selected for an
Full Course Title: Foundation Course in qualifications and progressed to level two of the
Travel & Tourism why you are applying for a scholarship interview. Interviews will take place within two weeks
course. I have really enjoyed studying at Deeside
College and the style of learning suits me perfectly. what your personal aspirations are for the future of the closing date.
Next Step: Progress to Level 2 NVQ
Travel Services course. how the scholarship will help you.
The closing date for entry is Thursday 1 May 2009.
Enrichment Courses The Welsh Baccalaureate
44 The Enrichment programme is available to a significant number of
full time students and is aimed at broadening your experience at
The Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma (also known as the Welsh Bac ) is an
overarching qualification and combines a range of qualifications linked to
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college, offering you the opportunity to learn outside of your specialist your main course. It is welcomed by employers as it gives you additional
main course. You will have the chance to work with students from across the skills, experience and confidence. The Advanced Bac is welcomed
college. Enrichment sessions take place on Tuesday evenings and Wednesday by many UK universities
afternoon, and include:
The Welsh Bac Foundation Diploma is studied within Foundation/level 1 courses.
Short courses, longer courses which last the whole year and activity clubs. These may not necessarily be linked to your course,
and will give you the chance to develop a new skill or interest. These extra skills may help you find part-time work or further
your applications for Higher Education. The Welsh Bac Intermediate Diploma is studied within level 2 courses.
A wider range of Sports activities every Wednesday afternoon, including College Team Fixtures in a number of sports. During
induction week we will invite you to choose your preferred sport and the level at which you wish to participate. The Welsh Bac Advanced Diploma is studied within level 3 courses. It carries 120 UCAS points and
College sports team activities. could help you gain a place on a Higher Education course.
Examples of enrichment Within your Welsh Baccalaureate course, you’ll carry out research, make presentations,
take part in debates, raise money for charity and go on visits in the local community.
Short courses: Basic First Aid Care for Newborns Cartoon Drawing Learndirect Midwifery You will do this through participation in the following units of the Bac:
Nail Art Sign Language Sugar Craft Welsh
Wales, Europe & the World - explore political, social,
Sports activities: Athletics Badminton Basketball BLT - Bums, Legs and Tums Football
cultural and technological issues from a Welsh, UK, European
Lifestyle Fitness gym activities Netball Rugby Urban Dance and international dimension. Study a modern foreign language
for a total of 20 hours. Complete a coursework project on an
Clubs: Film Guitar Journalist issue which interests you.
Volunteering: Duke of Edinburgh Millennium Volunteers Award Key Skills - Maintain and develop skills in Application of
Number, IT, Problem Solving, Communication, Working with
Others, Improving Own Learning.
Work-related Education - undertake work experience

eat out and a team enterprise project.
in style! Meithrinfa / Day Nursery Personal and Social Education develop your global
citizenship through exploration of ethical, social, moral and
Our fully equipped Toybox Nursery offers sustainability issues, and health education. Undertake 30 hours
Enjoy a Lunch or Evening 100 places for children from birth to 5 years old. of community work including fundraising, awareness raising and
Meal in our Y Celstryn giving practical help.
Training Restaurant. A caring team of qualified and
experienced nursery nurses
Lunches & Quick Snacks:
provides a varied range of
• Christmas Meals
• Valentines Dinner activities to keep your
• Themed Evenings children happy and content.
Open: Opening hours are
Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.45pm
lunchtimes all year round,
from 12.00 noon closing for a week at Christmas
and Thursday evenings and for Bank Holidays.
From 7.00pm
call 01244 834517 for details or email deesiderestaurant@deeside.ac.uk Please call 01244 834519 for details.
Sports @ Deeside College
North Wales
46 We are here
to help with Careers
Indoor Athletics Centre –
running sprint track, long and triple jump,
pole vault and high jump, and thrower’s
practise cage for discus, hammer and shot
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m o r e t h a n j u s t a c o u r s e Information, Advice and
Guidance on: Deeside Stadium – floodlit
Planning your career path football pitch, athletics track,
Producing a CV 400 seat stadium
Outstanding Disability Assistance Help with job interviews
Choosing the right college or university course
Personal Support and Facilities Finding out about work-based training and apprenticeships Indoor multi-sports hall –
for football, hockey, racquet
Please let us know if you have any specific needs or disability. Deeside College is committed to the fair and equal treatment of To book an informal and confidential interview with the Careers Adviser,
sports and circuit training
please contact Student Services, Call in or phone 01244 834511
We will treat your enquiry discreetly and we will obtain your disabled people. We are working hard with staff and students to Students are able to use these
permission before details of your support needs are shared with promote the equal opportunities of people who have disabilities. at discounted rates, or
specialist teams within the college We want everyone who studies and works within Deeside free of charge if you take part
Student Services Advisers are ready to help before College to feel included in all of our services. Personal Tutorials in lunch-time sports. The
and during your time at college, offering All full-time students receive weekly group tutorial sessions and sports facilities are open 7
We can help if you have a physical disability, visual or hearing at least one individual tutorial per term. days a week throughout the
information and advice on courses, qualifications and relevant impairment. Our trained staff offer friendly support and advice, year (except for bank holidays)
entry requirements and the loan of specialist equipment. Group tutorial sessions include general information about the and are also available for hire.
course, Personal and Social Education (PSE) topics, and some
information on grants, funds, loans and benefits. Our main campus in Connah’s Quay offers easy access for additional course content, as appropriate. Lunchtime sports activities
disabled people, with designated car parking spaces and lifts to all include 5-a-side football
help with filling out forms floors. Individual tutorials include discussions on your progress, in house leagues
assignments, attendance, behaviour and any welfare issues.
confidential personal support / welfare advice throughout For a copy of our Disability Statement, or if you need help, Personal tutors may also refer you to a Learning Coach, the Wednesday afternoon
your course. please contact Student Services on 01244 834511 (minicom – Study Skills team or the college counsellor, if needed. activities include keep fit,
01244 834529), or send an email to football, netball, rugby,
Study Skills Support enquiries@deeside.ac.uk or visit www.deeside.ac.uk. Do you need help with badminton, athletics, cross
We can help students with additional needs. Study skills support country, volleyball, yoga,
includes diagnostic assessments, on-course support, help with reading, spelling, Pilates
exam preparation and help with specific learning differences such
as dyslexia, Irlen Syndrome and ADD/ADHD.
English or Maths?
We can help with revision techniques, improving your maths
Please contact Student Services on 01244 834511 or the Study and/or spelling, planning and writing assignments. Please contact
Skills Support Helpdesk on 01244 831531 ext 4091. the staff in the Study Skills Centre or the Study Skills Helpdesk
on 01244 831531 ext 4091, for more details.
Outstanding Free Counselling

Facilities Are you Finding
Worried
Has
someone
feeling it hard close died and
Dedicated Sixth Form low? to cope?
sick? your grief is
taking over?
Centre – with the A Level
Zone, a student common room Involved Drinking Are you
Stressed worried
and Café 6 in too
out? much?
about
drugs? exams?
Learning Zone – quiet For when you’re feeling low, finding it hard to
study areas, computers with cope or if you’re worrying about exams
internet access, study skills Counselling is free to all students of Deeside College.
support Contact Student Services to make an apointment on 01244 834511
Catering - Refectory / Cafés Transport to College
48 Deeside College has Fairtrade status
and provides a range of Fairtrade Products
in its Café Talk on the main campus and at
Futures@Holywell, including tea, coffee and
The Refectory food court features:
Deli Counter - sandwiches, rolls or wraps made to order
Salad Bar – self service salad counter
Deeside College provides a network of buses
to help full-time students travel to and from
college. For most students, this transport will
be provided free of charge.
Rhyl
Dyserth
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A55 Ellesmere Port
Bagillt
green leaf juice, as well as a selection of snack
Traditional meals, snacks, filled jacket potatoes, pizza etc A55
A550
A540
bars and cold drinks Provisional bus routes for 2009-2010 are Halkyn
Live Cookery Bar indicated below – these are subject to change. A494
Blacon
Chester
Café 6 in the Sixth Form Centre offers a Breakfast Counter - full breakfasts, cereals, fruits and
Denbigh A55
Buckley Saltney
Mold
wide selection of breakfast and lunchtime *Students using these buses will need to Mynydd Isa A55
yoghurts transfer at Mold. Leeswood

snacks, including toasted muffins, A494
sandwiches, jacket potatoes and salads as Futures@Holywell – this internet café is located on the Ruthin Caergwrle
A483
well as hot and cold drinks. High Street, Holywell. You can call in to surf the net or access
learndirect to support your studies. Futures@Holywell offers a
Wrexham
Café Talk serves a range of full range of hot snacks, pastries, cakes, and hot and cold drinks.
breakfast and lunchtime snacks, Vending – our
including freshly made soups, vending machines are BAGILLT/FLINT LEESWOOD BLACON SHOPS *RUTHIN/MOLD
toasted panini and jacket potatoes available across the Bagillt Blossoms Leeswood Saughall Greyhound Pub Ruthin Market Square Llanbedre
as well as a selection of cakes and pastries. Specialist hot drinks college, providing you Flint Ship Treuddyn Garden City Post Office LLanferres
are also available including ‘Coffee with Principles’ - fair-trade, with hot and cold drinks, Deeside College Nercwys Queensferry, Station Road Loggerheads Country
organic and rainforest alliance certified coffees. snacks and sweets Mold, Wrexham Road Deeside College Park
Mercia Inn Cadole Corner
HALKYN Bryn-y-Baal Gwernymynydd School
Rhosesmor New Brighton DYSERTH/RHYL Mold Chester Street
Halkyn, Bluebell
Attend the Student Pentre Halkyn
Northop, Red Lion
Northop Hall, Cricket Ground
Ffrith
Rhyl Fire Station
(change to Mold-Deeside
College bus)
Bagillt, Riverbank (Boot End)
Awards Ceromony Deeside College
Deeside College Rhyl Railway Stn
Rhuddlan
Work hard during your course and you could be nominated for Dyserth (Voel)
one of Deeside College’s Student of the Year Awards. The MYNYDD CAERGWRLE Meliden WREXHAM
Student Awards Ceremony takes place in June 2009 and Prestatyn Bus Station Lord Street
ISA/BUCKLEY Caergwrle, Porch Lane
Deeside College
celebrates student successes in an Oscar Awards style evening. Hope Church Rhosrobin Laundry
The Student Association Mynydd Isa, Bod Offa Drive
Buckley Cross Higher Kinnerton Church Gwersyllt (Kwik Save)
Saltney, Sandy Lane Bradley, Queens Head
is run for students by Church Road
Saltney Ferry
FFYNONGROEW
(Llingegar)
Llay British Legion
Llay, Crown Inn
students. DRURY
Sandycroft Church
Mancot Chapel
Ffynongroew
Mostyn (Glan-y-don)
Penyffordd, Wats Road
Drury Parrot Mancot, Mechanics Penymynydd roundabout
We are working to improve college life by organising social Greenfield (Packet House)
Wood Lane, Gables Deeside College Broughton Village shops
events, fundraising for charity, and giving you a voice on student Greenfield (School lane) Hawarden Fountain
Ewloe, Crown & Liver
issues. Ewloe, Castle Garage
Holywell Bus Station Gladstone Way
Flint (Town Hall)
Join the committee or volunteer and boost your CV and
experience.
Welsh - courses Aston Plough
Deeside College
MOLD
Mold, Chester Street
Deeside College
Queensferry
Deeside College
delivered in Welsh Sychdyn (Cross Keys)
Deeside College
Deeside College is committed to promoting bilingualism GRONANT *DENBIGH/MOLD
Denbigh Lenten Pool
Ellesmere Port
(Welsh/English) in all aspects of college life. Please contact Talacre Little Sutton
SALTNEY/CHESTER Bodfari Forge Garage
Student Services on 01244 834511 for details of courses or Ffynongroyw Great Sutton
Afonwen Pwlgwyn
assessments offered in the medium of Welsh. For a copy of the Mostyn Chester, Delamere Street Whitby
Lixwm
Welsh Language Scheme, please call 01244 831531, visit Greenfield Saltney, St David’s High School
Rhydymwyn
www.deeside.ac.uk or send an email to Saltney, St Mark’s Church For more information,
Mold Bus Station
Deeside College please contact our
enquiries@deeside.ac.uk. CAERWYS (change to Mold-Deeside
Would you like to learn Welsh? Send an email to Carmel College bus) Student Services team –
enquiries@deeside.ac.uk for details of classes. Greenfield call in to see them or
phone 01244 834511.
Due to Data Protection Act restrictions, we
Autumn Term Information for are unable to provide parents/guardians
50 Monday 7 September to Friday 24 October 2009

Half Term – 26 - 30 October 2009
Monday 2 November to Friday 18 December 2009
Parents
At Deeside College, we greatly value the contact we
have with parents and guardians and we are keen to work
with information about their son or
daughter immediately over the
telephone. If you wish to discuss your son
or daughters’s details, we will take your
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Provisional in partnership with you, to assist your son or daughter in contact information and phone you back
Spring Term achieving their educational goals. once we have verified that we are able to provide
Term Monday 4 January to Friday 12 February 2010 Keeping in touch
you with the information you request.
Half Term – 15 -19 February 2010 Helping students to succeed

Dates for Monday 22 February to Friday 26 March 2010 We will contact parents and guardians at various times during the
course, with feedback on your son’s or daughter’s progress Our students’ success depends largely on their commitment,
2008-2009 Summer Term including areas of concern, such as attendance and punctuality.
We will also organise parents’ evenings to provide you with
their attitude to study and their motivation to succeed, and we
hope you’ll join us in supporting and encouraging them to take
Monday 12 April to Friday 28 May 2010 feedback. their studies seriously, to attend regularly, be punctual and hand
Half Term – 30 May – 4 June 2010 work in on time.
Monday 7 June to Friday 2 July 2010 Please do not hesitate to contact your son’s / daughter’s course
tutor – or our Student Services team - at any time, if you have any Are you interested in learning something
concerns about their progress at college, or any other matter.
new?
form part of their course, or childcare costs. Further information
Money, money, money is available from our Student Services team.
We also offer a range of part-time courses. Please phone 01244
831531 for a copy of our part-time courses prospectus.
FREE COURSES! Please note that as the Learner Support Funds are limited, we
All you have to pay is a £10 registration fee – there are no regret that it may not be possible to help every student who
course fees for full-time courses. applies.
Get paid to come to college Assembly Learning Grant (ALG)
Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) – If you’re 18+ and living in Wales, you can apply for an Assembly
Learning Grant (ALG). Assembly Learning Grants are funded by
will you get paid to come to college?
the National Assembly for Wales and provide extra money for
students who might otherwise experience financial difficulty
If you’re aged 16-18, living in England or Wales and studying full-
while studying.
time in college, you could get paid up to £30* a week just for
coming to college. On top of this, if you attend all your classes
ALGs are means tested and if your family’s residual income is
and keep up-to-date with your work and exams/assessments,
less than £17, 251* a year, you may receive between £450*
you may receive extra bonus payments.
and £1,500* for the year.
Payments will be made to students, if their household income is
£31, 580* or less per year. Contact Student Services for an
* figures for 2008-9
application pack.
*figures for 2008-9 CAREER DEVELOPMENT LOAN?
Need help with the costs of uniforms, For further details, please contact Student
equipment, trips or childcare? Services on 01244 834511.
The Learner Support Fund is designed to support those who Don’t forget, if you’re under 19 and studying
may struggle to complete a course without financial assistance. full-time, your parents can still claim child
This Fund covers the additional costs, after enrolment, that a benefit
student may incur such as specific equipment (eg uniforms,
catering knives, essential beauty therapy oils, paints etc), which
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Welsh College of Horticulture Study Options to Suit You
We understand that not everyone can
Prospects for a Great Future
We are dedicated to producing the next
- a working partnership. commit to attending College 5 days a
week. We also understand that learners
generation of Racehorse Trainers, Dog
Handlers, Florists, Landscape Gardeners,
come into and leave education at different Environmental Conservationists, and
Deeside College have formed an support, to all of our future learners. Lecturers,
levels. For this reason we aim to provide a Mechanical Engineers. Careers in the land-
exciting new partnership with the tutors and support workers continually strive to
range of study routes within each core based industry are exciting, and offer great
ensure that our learners reach their highest
Welsh College of Horticulture to potentials, and leave us with the best possible
subject to ensure that every learner has opportunities of progression and
maximum potential of progressing and promotion. They are rarely 9 - 5 office
increase the Further Education prospects for achieving their ambitions. achieving. jobs, and often offer individuals the chance
opportunities available to school to add their own flair to tasks.
leavers and adult learners in 225 Acres of Top Class Facilities All 5 of our departments offer courses from
Flintshire and the surrounding areas. Situated in the small Flintshire village of entry level through to a National Diploma. We encourage and where possible facilitate
Northop, our busy and enviable campus The departments of Animal Care, Equine, all of our learners in building new skills and
provides the perfect setting for both study and Floristry, and Horticulture also offer Higher adding to their CV through activities such as
The Grade 1 Land-based
Student Union led activities. Nestled in the 225 Education (Level 4 and 5) courses, in work placements, and entrance into
College of Wales
acres of picturesque gardens, woodlands, and association with Glyndwr University. At National Skills Competitions and prestigious
The Welsh College of Horticulture (WCoH) sports fields, are mechanical workshops and each level, courses can often be studied on trade shows. For example each year
offers a range of courses across the 5 main welding bays, floral and landscape design a full or part time basis, allowing more WCoH Horticulture and Floristry learners
land-based subject areas of Animal Care, studios, a floristry shop, dog grooming flexibility for learners to work, or commit to enter the RHS Tatton Flower Show and last
Equine, Floristry, Horticulture, and Machinery. parlours, rare breeds section, and exotic animal other activities. year selected learners also entered the UK
Continually high achievement and retention units, a BHS approved equestrian centre and Skills Competition for their chosen field.
levels coupled with superb teaching facilities state of the art indoor and outdoor equestrian We offer a large range of work-based
and resources make us the most successful eventing arenas. learning courses, in all of the land-based
specialist land-based College in Wales. subjects, and also in Early Years and
We work closely with related industries to Childcare, Health and Social Care,
We offer courses from entry level through to ensure that we understand what employers Customer Services, and Warehousing and
University level, in a range of full time, part want from you. Our facilities reflect the skills Distribution.
time, and work-based learning options. If you that are requested by such employers, and our
are interested in one of the many exciting
Learner Profile Our Learners’ Successful
learners spend a good proportion of their time Kerry Arden completed an Advanced WCoH is also home to a large Practical
career opportunities that the land-based using these facilities to improve their skills.
Past Year Skills department, where adults with
National Certificate in Floristry, where she
sectors offer, anything from veterinary nursing We are extremely proud to say that learning difficulties are able to build practical
combined studying floral skills and designs
to looking after the turf at Premiership football last year WCoH learners achieved: life skills in land-based subjects.
Tutor Profile with business and management studies.
stadiums, then we are sure that we can • Gold Medal Show Garden at the
Amanda Ellis tutor at the WCoH has Kerry has now successfully started her
provide the perfect grounding for your dreams Royal Welsh Show
recently been awarded for her exemplary own business, supplying floral designs for
to become reality.
efforts in teaching. In spring 2008 Amanda wedding functions and funerals across the • Runner up in the UK Floristry Skills
country. Kerry said “the course gave me Final
We’re No.1 gained the City & Guilds Medal of
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20 CAREER PATHS: Chef

22 CAREER PATHS: Carpenter/Joiner

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30 ENTRY LEVEL COURSES / PROSPECTS

Entry to a career in... How long will it take? 1-3 years

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40 CAREER PATHS: Sports Instructor/Coach

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