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“ I wanted to get a qualification to be ready to go back to work when my children are all at school. I am quite driven, I know what I want and I know what I need. I do all my college work in college - because I am so busy with the children I need to keep it separate. I can do it quite easily.”

Ellie Richardson - Mother of four (11, 5, and 2-year-old twins)Course - Business NVQ Level 3

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Are you looking for a new career direction? Better job prospects? Returning to work? Or just pursuing an interest?

Opening this guide could be the start of making an exciting change for your future. We hope it will lead you to discover opportunities, achieve ambitions or take a new direction in life.

Whatever your goals, we have part-time courses and other adult learning opportunities to get you where you want to be - and perhaps further than you thought possible!

Supporting you to succeed

We know that part-time students often have demanding work and family commitments and we do everything we can to help you fit your studies into your lifestyle.

Expert support and guidance is available to help you make the most of your time with us. Information, Advice and Guidance Advisors are available to answer any questions and guide you to choose the right course for you. Our professional tutors – many of whom still work in their industry - are dedicated to your success.

Excellent facilities and learning resources are all available to you as a part-time student, even if you are studying at home or in the workplace.

What’s in this Guide?

Make the change - the essentials 4

Course listings 6

Workplace-based qualifications 12

Higher Education 17

Futures 18

Futures for Business 20

Common questions 22

Support & Guidance 23

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Make a change...now

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Find out about feesFees are not shown in this directory as they can vary depending on your age, previous qualifications, circumstances and the level and type of course you want to take. Reductions may also apply if you are in receipt of certain allowances and benefits. Evidence of any benefits may be required at the time of enrolment. Fees may also be paid in instalments - see page 22. Please contact an Information Advisor on 01493 655261 (option1) to discuss your individual circumstances.

NEW! 24+ Advanced Learning Loan

There’s also a new loan scheme from 1 August 2013 for further education courses, similar to the loans university-level students have had previously. If you’re 24 and over and taking a Level 3 or higher course you do have to pay for your course, but you can take out a loan to cover the fees upfront (over £300). You don’t have to borrow the full cost of your course - you can pay for some of it yourself if you prefer.

Paying it back - You won’t have to make any loan repayments until you’re earning at least £21,000 a year and, even then, repayments and interest rates are low. Call or email us for more information, or see the Government’s website at www.gov.uk/24_advanced_learning_loans or the 24+ Advanced Learning Loan page on our website www.gyc.ac.uk.

Make a change - the essentialsApply & enrol

Once you’ve decided on the right course, enrolling is easy - you can do it by phone or in person. But do enrol early as some courses fill quickly. Many of our courses start in the second week of September. Some also run termly or have flexible attendance. Ask us!

Phone Call us on 01493 655261 (option 1).

In PersonCome into the college reception and ask to see an Advisor. See page 23 for our opening hours.

OnlineYou can also enquire about any course on our website www.gyc.ac.ukFind the course you want to do, then click on the enquire online button.

For some courses you will be asked to come for an interview before completing enrolment.

Give us a ring or email [email protected]

Choose the right course

Great Yarmouth College is committed to providing free, confidential advice, guidance and support to everyone. We’ll help you make informed choices and ensure your course is right for you.

Careers advice and information is available on a drop-in basis or you can book a one-to-one interview with one of the friendly, qualified and experienced Advisors in our Information Centre. You can call and speak to an Advisor on 01493 655261 (option 1), or email us at [email protected].

Opening times for the Information Centre and more about our services are on page 23 of this guide.

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Course title Level Duration Other informationAccess to Counselling 3 1 year 3 days per weekAccess to HE Humanities & Social Sciences 3 1 year 3 days per weekAccess to HE Life Sciences 3 1 year 3 days per week

Access to Higher Education

Arts & Creative Studies

Course title Level Duration Other informationSpecialist Award in Photography 2 1 year 6.00–8.00pmSpecialist Award in Photography 3 1 year 6.00–8.00pmCertificate in Art & Design (Textiles) 3 1 year 6.00–8.00pmSubsidiary in Art & Design (Textiles) 3 1 year 6.00–8.00pmPhotoshop - Introduction / Improvers F 10 weeks 6.00–8.00pmImprove your Digital Photography F 10 weeks 6.30–8.30pmIntermediate Digital Photography F 10 weeks 6.30–8.30pmDressmaking - Introduction / Intermediate / AdvancedF 7/8/8 weeks 6.00-9.00pm

Business & Computing

Construction & Engineering

Course title Level Duration Other informationDiploma in Site Carpentry 2 1 year 8.30-5.00pm - 2 daysDiploma in Bench Joinery 2 1 year 8.30-5.00pm - 2 daysDiploma in Bricklaying 1 1 year 8.30-5.00pm - 2 daysDiploma in Bricklaying 2 1 year 8.30-5.00pm - 2 daysC&G 2850 Diploma in Engineering Maintenance 2 2 years 8.30-5.00pm - 1 dayC&G 2850 Certificate in Engineering Welding 2 2 years 8.30-5.00pm - 1 dayC&G 2850 Diploma in Engineering Maintenance 3 2 years 8.30-5.00pm - 1 dayC&G 2850 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 3 2 years 8.30-5.00pm - 1 dayC&G 2850 Diploma in Welding 3 2 years 8.30-5.00pm - 1 dayBTEC Diploma in Engineering 3 2 years 8.30-7.00pm - 1 dayBasic Bricklaying Skills F 6 weeks 6.00-9.00pm - 1 eveningBe Your Own Plumber F 8 weeks 6.00-9.00pm - 1 eveningPlastering & Patching Skills F 3 weeks 6.00-9.00pm - 1 eveningHome DIY Skills F 8 weeks 6.00-9.00pm - 1 eveningCarpentry for the Home F 6 weeks 6.00-9.00pm - 1 eveningBasic Lathe Turning F 15 weeks 1 evening

Want to study for a degree but don’t have the standard entry qualifications? An Access programme could be the answer; they are recognised for university-level study both on our UCS programmes (see page 17) and elsewhere.

With great facilities and teachers, our part-time courses in photography, textiles and dressmaking will unleash your creativity and boost your job prospects.

Our experienced and enthusiastic team will bring you up to speed with today’s essential computing skills on these courses, which include day and evening programmes and specialist courses for people who are visually impaired.

Delivered in state-of-the-art new workshops by experienced teachers who are dedicated to your success, these courses can take you from Level 1 up to Level 3 part time to fit around your work or other commitments.

Course title Level Duration Other informationVisually Impaired Certificate for IT Users 1 or 2 2 yearsECDL Essentials 1 16 weeksECDL Extra 2 16 weeksBook-keeping 1 16 weeksBook-keeping 2 16 weeksMarketing Business through Social Media TBCCertificate in Preparing for Business Enterprise 2 TBC

Employer Services These courses may be run within the college or in the workplace and can be tailored to meet specific employer needs. See also pages 12-15 & 20-21.

Course title Level Duration Other informationAward in Food Safety F 2 FlexibleHealth And Safety in the Workplace F 2 FlexibleEmergency First Aid in the Workplace F 2 FlexibleAward in Healthier Food and Special Diets F 2 FlexibleAward in Supervising Food Safety in Catering F 3 FlexibleAward for Personal Licence Holders F 2 FlexibleAward in Door Supervision F 2 Flexible

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English & Maths We’ll provide all the support you need to bring your English and maths skills to where you want them to be. Programmes start from entry Level 1, progressing to GCSE if you wish to prepare for further and higher education.

Course title Level Duration Other informationEnglish All FlexibleMaths All Flexible

English

Course title Level Duration Other informationEnglish for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) All Flexible Contact Information Centre for assessment dates

Our friendly and experienced teachers are here to help you gain the English qualifications you need if English is not your first language.

Course title Level Duration Other informationPrinciples of Supervising Customer Service Performance F 2 FlexiblePrinciples of Supervising Customer Service Performance F 3 FlexibleAward in Underage Sales Prevention F 2 FlexibleAward in Responsible Alcohol Retailing F 1 FlexibleCertificate in Leadership and Team Skills F 2 FlexibleAward in Leadership and Team Skills (Enterprise) 2 FlexibleFirst Aid at Work 9.30-4.30pm - 3 daysFirst Aid Re-qualification 9.30-4.30pm - 2 daysPrinciples of COSHH 1.00-5.00pm - ½ dayManual Handling (People) 9.00-1.00pm - ½ dayManual Handling Principles 1.30-5.30pm - ½ day

Events & Spectator Sports These are useful qualifications if you are working - or want to work - in the growing area of sports and leisure. The Fitness course takes advantage of our superb gym facilities.

Course title Level Duration Other informationBTEC Award in Understanding Stewarding at Spectator Events 2 10 weeks 6.00-9.00pm - 1 dayCertificate in Fitness Instructing 2 10 weeks 3.00-6.00pm - 2 days

Course title Level Duration Other informationCACHE Certificate in Children & Young People’s Workforce 2 1 year 9.00-5.00pm - MondaysCACHE Diploma in Children & Young People’s Workforce 3 1 year 9.00-5.00pm - TuesdaysCertificate in Counselling Skills 2 15 weeks 10.00-2.00pm - Tuesdays & Thursdays

Health & Social Sciences If you want to work - or are already working - with children, adults or the elderly, these courses will boost your job prospects and can lead to further study.

Hospitality & Catering With high demand for skilled, qualified people in this industry, these courses can open up a wide range of opportunities for you. They are taught in our well-equipped kitchens and restaurant by industry-specialist tutors dedicated to your success.

Course title Level Duration Other informationNVQ Professional Cookery (Cooking & Preparation) 1 1 year 9.00-4.00pm - 1 dayNVQ Professional Cookery (Cooking & Preparation) 2 1 year 9.00-4.00pm - 1 dayNVQ Professional Cookery (Cooking & Preparation) 3 1 year 9.00-4.00pm - 1 dayCake Decoration ABC 1 1 year 9.00-4.00pm - 1 dayCake Decoration ABC 2 1 year 9.00-4.00pm - 1 day

Course title Level Duration Other informationVRQ Diploma in Hairdressing 2 2 years 5.00 or 6.00-9.00pm - 2 eveningsVRQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy 2 2 years 5.00 or 6.00-9.00pm - 2 eveningsNVQ Certificate in Hairdressing and Barbering 1 1 year 5.00 or 6.00-9.00pm - 2 eveningsAward in Hair Colour Correction 3 12 weeks 72 hoursAward in Hair Extensions 3 6 weeks 36 hoursAward in Nail Technology 2 12 weeks 6.00-9.00pm - 1 eveningVRQ Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing (2014 start) 3 2 years 5.00 or 6.00-9.00pm - 2 eveningsAward in Body Massage 3 26 weeks 6.00-9.00pm - 1 eveningAward in Micro Dermabrasion 3 10weeks 9.00-12.00pm or 6.00-9.00pm - 1 dayAward in Self-Tanning 3 6 weeks 6.00-9.00pm - 1 evening

Hair & Beauty These are the courses you need to boost your career in hairdressing and beauty. You’ll be taught by highly experienced and qualified professionals in our well-equipped salons.


Sign Language

Course title Level Duration Other informationBritish Sign Language 1 1 year 7.00-9.00pm

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Teacher Training All our teacher training and classroom support programmes are delivered by highly qualified experts and will ensure you have the qualifications you need to progress in your career.

Course title Level Duration Other informationAward in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement 3 24 Weeks One-to-one tutorials negotiated with tutorAward in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment 3 24 weeks One-to-one tutorials negotiated with tutorAward in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment 3 24 weeks One-to-one tutorials negotiated with tutorPreparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector 3 or 4 16 weeks 5.30-8.30pm - ThursdaysCertificate in Preparing to Support Learning 3 24 weeks 5.00-8.00pm - Tuesdays or WednesdaysAward in Preparing to Support Learning 3 12 weeks 5.00-8.00pm - Tuesdays or WednesdaysAward in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment 4 24 weeks One-to-one tutorials negotiated with tutor Processes and PracticeAward in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes & Practices 4 24 weeks One-to-one tutorials negotiated with tutorCertificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment 4 24 weeks One-to-one tutorials negotiated with tutor Processes and PracticesDiploma to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector 4/5/6 2 years 12.00-5.00pm - Tuesdays

Course title Level Duration Other informationCertificate in Professional Food & Beverage Service 1 1 year 9.00-4.00pm - 1 dayCertificate in Professional Food & Beverage Service 2 1 year 9.00-4.00pm - 1 dayCertificate in Professional Patisserie & Confectionary 1 1 year 9.00-4.00pm - 1 dayCertificate in Professional Patisserie & Confectionary 2 1 year 9.00-4.00pm - 1 dayNVQ Certificate in Hospitality Skills 1 1 year 9.00-4.00pm - 1 dayCake Decorating F 1 10 weeks 6.30-8.30pm - 1 eveningCake Decorating F 2 10 weeks 6.30-8.30pm - 1 eveningAround the World Cookery F 7 weeks 6.00-9.00pm - 1 eveningDelicious Cup Cakes & Frostings F 8 weeks 6.00-8.30pm - 1 evening

Making a change...

“Changing careers was the best move I ever made.”

Switching careers and returning to college was a big risk for Victoria Smith who was doing well in her career as a travel agent. But she took the plunge anyway, enrolling on to a beauty therapy course at Great Yarmouth College.

The year after, Victoria won the UK gold medal in WorldSkills UK at the Birmingham NEC and recently she also won the title of Young Adult Learner of the Year 2013 for the Eastern Region.

After she completes her Level 3 qualification, Victoria, 22, is looking to using her new skills to travel the world working on board luxury cruise ships.

Victoria SmithCourse - VRQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy Level 2

Young Adult Learner of the Year 2013, Eastern Region

Victoria Smith with Paralympic swimmer Jessica-Jane Applegate, who won a gold medal at London 2012, at the Great Yarmouth College

Further Education Awards at Great Yarmouth Minster in January.

“ I was on a career path. I had completed my apprenticeship straight from school and went straight into a permanent job - but I knew I wanted to be a beauty therapist.”


Construction & Engineering

Course title Level Duration Other informationDiploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems & Equipment 3 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Fabrication and Welding Engineering 2 1 yearNVQ Extended Diploma in Fabrication and Welding 3 1 yearDiploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Engineering Maintenance and Installation 2 1 yearNVQ Extended Diploma in Engineering Maintenance 3 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Marine Engineering 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Marine Engineering 3 1 yearNVQ Extended Diploma in Marine Engineering 3 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering 2 1 yearNVQ Extended Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering 3 1 yearNVQ2 Diploma in Heating and Plumbing 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations 3 1 year

Health & Social Sciences

Course title Level Duration Other informationDiploma in Clinical Healthcare Support 2 1 yearDiploma in Clinical Healthcare Support 3 1 yearCertificate for Children & Young People’s Workforce 2 1 yearDiploma in Emergency Care Assistance 2 1 yearCertificate in Healthcare Support Services 2 1 yearCertificate in Healthcare Support Services 3 1 yearCertificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in School 2 1 yearDiploma in Specialist in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools 3 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adult) 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adult) 3 1 yearDiploma in Allied Health Profession Support 3 1 year

You don’t necessarily have to attend college to gain the qualifications that employers want.

If you’re at work, we offer NVQs that will demonstrate your level of competence to your employer, and provide a boost for your CV and future career prospects. You’ll build a portfolio of evidence of your skills, with a dedicated assessor to guide and support you through the process. Your employer may help with the cost of gaining the qualification, or you may be able to apply for a 24+ loan - see page 4.

As an enrolled student at the college, you will be able to take advantage of all its facilities, including our state-of-the-art gym, join in with social activities and benefit from further advice and guidance just like people attending the college for their study.

See pages 13-15 for listings of courses delivered in the workplace.

Workplace-based qualifications

For all work-based course enquiries contact Employer Services on 01493 418339

Employers

Looking for cost effective training solutions?

With a huge range of courses, expert trainers and flexible delivery to suit you, Great Yarmouth College is your one-stop solution for upskilling your staff. Call our Employer Services team for a friendly, no-obligation training needs analysis on 01493 418339 or email [email protected]

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All these courses run throughout the year to suit you. Call Employer Services for a competitive quote

on 01493 418339 or email [email protected]



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Hair & Beauty

Course title Level Duration Other informationNVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy – General 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy – General 3 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy - Make-up 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (Combined Hair Types) 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (Combined Hair Types) 3 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Hairdressing 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Hairdressing 3 1 year

Sport

Course title Level Duration Other informationNVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness 2 1 yearCertificate for Health Trainers 3 1 year

Business Administration & Management

Course title Level Duration Other informationNVQ Diploma in Business and Administration 3 1 yearCertificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills 2 1 yearNVQ in Customer Service 2 1 yearNVQ Certificate in Customer Service 3 1 yearNVQ Certificate in Management 3 1 yearNVQ Certificate in Team Leading 2 1 yearNVQ Certificate in Retail 2 1 yearCertificate in Leadership and Management 3 FlexibleCertificate in Coaching in the Workplace 3 FlexibleCertificate in Mentoring 3 FlexibleCertificate in Team Leading Principles 3 FlexibleAward in Conflict Management (QCF) 2 FlexibleDiploma in Human Resources Practice 2 TBC 3.00-9.00pm - 1 day

Hospitality & Catering

Course title Level Duration Other informationNVQ Diploma in Beverage Service 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery 3 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Food Production and Cooking 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Food Service 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Front of House Reception 2 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership 3 1 yearNVQ Diploma in Hospitality Services 2 1 year

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All our workplace-based courses can be run to suit your needs. Get in touch to find out more









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Steven Knight owns an aerial firm and decided to return to college to qualify as an electrician to widen his skills base.

Steven runs his business around his college hours.

Making a change...

“If you are not educated, you’re not going anywhere.”

Steven KnightCourse - Diploma in Electronic Engineering

“My partner returned to college to do an Access course in Life Sciences and is now studying for a degree at uCS Ipswich, so I decided it was my turn now. She won Student of the Year on her course and I joked I was going to win it too.”

“ I decided to do the qualifications now because I don’t want to be climbing up on roofs when I get older and electrical seemed the obvious choice because I have gained a lot of knowledge in my job.”

Did you know you can study for a university level qualification at Great Yarmouth College?

Research shows that people with degrees and other HE qualifications earn more over their lifetime than those without these qualifications. Our courses give you an opportunity to study close to home and over a longer period, to fit in with your other commitments.

Our HE courses are all jointly validated by the Universities of East Anglia and Essex. They are delivered by UCS Great Yarmouth (University Campus Suffolk) which is located at the college and has other centres in Bury St Edmunds, Lowestoft and Otley as well as its main campus in Ipswich.

The high quality courses range from Foundation Degrees to postgraduate qualifications in a diverse range of subject areas:

• Arts, Fashion & Textiles• Counselling• Early Years• Media• Music• Social Care• Sport

Visit www.ucs.ac.uk to find out more about these courses and how to apply

Higher Education

“At UCS Great Yarmouth I feel I get real value for money. I get more or less one-to-one tuition and I can always get to use the dark room and other facilities. It is so different to a large institution where you are one of many.”

Angie Hewitt - Mother of twoCourse - BA (Hons) Arts Practice from FdA in Commercial Art Design Practice


Making a change...

“ I had been working for more than 30 years full time and I was getting to the point when I wanted a change... I love learning new things so keep doing courses here.”

Anne-Mie BrockCourse - Sugarcraft

“ I am really enjoying the course. I particularly enjoy the design aspect of electrical installation – the circuit design especially.”

Callum Harvey

Anne-Mie Brock turned skills she learned at an evening class at Great Yarmouth College into a new career and an award-winning business. The former sales and health and safety manager now runs a fast-expanding business making and decorating cakes from her Bradwell home.

The idea for her business - called Time4Cakes - started after she took an evening class in sugarcraft at Great Yarmouth College. The course changed her life. She started making cakes to sell and as her orders grew, she was confident enough to quit her corporate life and full-time job with a printing company and concentrate on turning her hobby into a successful business.

She is still taking evening courses at the college to expand her skills.

Anne- Mie’s commitment to learning was recognised when she won Adult Learner of the Year in the college’s Further Education awards earlier this year.

FuTurESIn the course listings on pages 6-10 you’ll see the symbol F beside some courses. This means they are part of our exciting Futures programme. New courses and start dates are being added every day. Please contact us for the latest information.

Futures are short courses designed for people with little or no experience of a given subject. Whether you are looking for a second chance to learn, wish to continue learning or simply want to try something new and have fun then Futures courses are for you! No previous experience is necessary and all you need is interest, enthusiasm and a little bit of spare time. Some courses are designed to enable you to progress on to a higher level of qualification if you wish and you will receive a certificate for each course successfully completed.

Give us a ring or email [email protected]

Callum Harvey, pictured, gained 13 GCSEs at Cliff Park High School and A levels in art, biology, and psychology at sixth form, followed by a Foundation Diploma in Art at Wensum Lodge in Norwich. He was offered an unconditional place on an art degree at Norwich University of the Arts but decided to change direction and take a course in electrical installation instead. He is hoping to gain an Apprenticeship and eventually to work as a self-employed eletrician.


“ I felt I couldn’t go any further in my career in the sports industry and decided I needed a change. I decided to come back to college to retrain as a welder. There is a lot of work in the industry and the prospect of gaining a job with a qualification is good.”

Martin FranklinCourse - C&G Award in Welding Skills Level 2

Contact the FuTurES for Business team on 01493 418340 or email [email protected]

FuTurES for Business courses includes:Hospitality and Catering• CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Safety (Catering)• CIEH Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety (Catering)• BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders• Level 2 Award in Underage Sales• Level 2 Award in Door Supervision Health and Safety • HSE First Aid at Work• HSE First Aid at Work Re-qualification• HSE Emergency First Aid at Work• CIEH Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace• CIEH Level 2 Award in the Principles of COSHH• CIEH Level 2 Award in Manual Handling— Principles• Manual Handling (People)• CIEH Level 2 Award in Healthier Food and Special Diets Computing • Computer Skills for the Workplace• Introduction to Sage Accounts• Web Design & Construction• Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Responding to local business needs

Our Futures team provides flexible, high quality training and work-based vocational qualifications to upskill your staff and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your workforce and business.

We will work with you in every way to deliver the most relevant and targeted training for your staff.

Courses can be delivered throughout the year, at times to suit your business, either in your workplace or at our Alchemy Business Centre.

Highly-qualified Futures for Business trainers can also work with you to design tailor-made training for all kinds and types of businesses and deliver them specially to suit you, your staff and your specific industry needs.

Our fully-equipped Alchemy Business Centre, with extensive free reserved parking, is also available to hire as a training venue.

Take a look at our courses and contact our Futures for Business team to discover solutions to improve your business and staff for the future.

If you don’t see the course you need listed opposite - just ask!

FuTurES for BusinessFuTurES for Business offers:

• A wide portfolio of industry-related qualifications to suit all types of businesses.• Bespoke courses designed by our trainers working with employers to shape

training, targeted specifically at their business needs and their staff.• Highly qualified and experienced trainers.• Flexible, innovative and creative delivery – our trainers work around you and

your business needs. We deliver before and after shifts, in your workplace with your business aims in mind.

• Great results and a proven record of success.• Fantastic facilities at the Alchemy Business Centre - available to hire for your

company’s private training needs.• Free and ample reserved parking at the Alchemy Business Centre.

Futures for business provides a wide portfolio of industry-related bespoke courses delivered in the stylish and contemporary Alchemy Business Centre. Our highly qualified and experienced team of trainers can offer you flexible and creative delivery, great results and a proven record of success.

All these courses run throughout the year to suit you. Call the Futures team for a competitive quote on 01493 418340 or email

[email protected]

Business, Administration and Management• Focus on Sales• Focus on Marketing• Interviewing Skills• Focus on Bed and Breakfast Profit• Recruitment and Selection• Performance Management (Appraisal Skills)• CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Practice• Introduction to Sage Accounts• Computer Skills for the Workplace • Web Design & Construction • Introduction to Excel Construction and Engineering

• City & Guilds 3268 Award in Welding Skills Level 1• City & Guilds 3268 Award in Welding Skills Level 2• Abrasive Wheels Regulations• C & G Certificate in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (17th Edition)• C & G Portable Appliance Testing• C & G Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification of

Electrical Installations• C & G Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations• C & G Award in the Periodic Inspection, Testing and Certification of

Electrical Installations


• Finding out about the different courses and fees

• Choosing the right course• Exploring your career options

All of these can seem a little daunting but we are here to help.

Great Yarmouth College is committed to providing free, confidential and impartial support and guidance. We’ll help you make informed choices about your learning journey, every step of the way.

Our friendly Advisors are available for drop-in careers advice and information, or you can book a one-to-one interview - appointments may take up to 50 minutes so please leave enough time.

We are open:Monday 8.00am - 5.00pmTuesday 8.00am - 8.00pm (5.00pm in non-term time)Wednesday 8.00am - 8.00pm (5.00pm in non-term time)Thursday 8.00am - 8.00pm (5.00pm in non-term time)Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm

Ready to make a change?

“ I love coming to college. It is a bit of a break from the children and being ‘mum.’ I can be me here. It was a bit daunting coming back into learning... I didn’t think I’d be taken seriously because I wanted to work in a male-dominated area but I have always been taken seriously here.”

Amie DixonCourse - Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance

Common Questions.Q How do I know I’m choosing the right course for me?

.A Our Information, Advice and Guidance Advisors are here to help. They will guide you through your options and find out exactly what you want and need. They can also put you in contact with a tutor from your chosen course for further information. Do not hesitate to contact them on 01493 655261 (option 1) or drop in to College to meet them face-to-face. Why not check out our website www.gyc.ac.uk for full details of our courses.

.Q My employers are interested in sponsoring me for a course. How does this work?

.A If your employer wants to sponsor you for a course, we ask for a written confirmation from them prior to enrolment. We will send your employer an invoice for the total amount of the course.

.Q I’m at work during the day and may not be able to get into college to apply. What should I do?

.A In this situation please contact the Information Centre on 01493 655261 (option 1) or alternatively email us at [email protected]. We will be happy to discuss how we can assist you to complete your application.

.Q Can I pay my fees in instalments?

.A If a course is more than 10 weeks long and the fee is more than £400, you can pay by two or three instalments, depending on the total price of the course. If you are unable to complete the course, you will be liable for the balance of your fees.

A full copy of our fees policy can be viewed on the About Us/Useful Downloads page of our website www.gyc.ac.uk.


How to find usDirections from A12 Lowestoft to Main Campus• On approaching Gorleston, James Paget Hospital is on the left.• At the first roundabout take the 2nd exit onto inner relief road (A12)• At the next roundabout take the 1st exit continuing on the inner relief road• At the next roundabout take the 3rd exit signposted to Gorleston / Lowestoft• Take the first left into Suffolk Road. Continue straight ahead at the crossroads

with Boundary Road• You will find the College approximately ¼ mile along on the right hand side

Directions from A47 Norwich to Main Campus• On approaching Great Yarmouth, as you pass the Vauxhall Holiday Park on your

left, make your way into the right hand lane following the signs to Lowestoft• Take the third exit at the roundabout over Breydon Bridge (A12)• At the next roundabout continue straight over the roundabout to Gorleston /

Lowestoft• At the next roundabout take the first exit• Take the first left into Suffolk Road. Continue straight ahead at the crossroads

with Boundary Road• You will find the College approximately ¼ mile along on the right hand side

Disclaimer : This directory is a general guide to the College, its courses and facilities. Great Yarmouth College makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information provided at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make such alterations to the described courses and services as may prove necessary and cannot accept any legal responsibility for omissions or inaccuracies. Some courses may be cancelled prior to commencement if insufficient enrolments are received or, after the first week, if numbers are not viable. We will, of course, notify you if a course is either full or cancelled and you will receive a full refund of any fees paid.

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