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KIDDERMINSTER COLLEGE
PART-TIME COURSE
PROSPECTUS
Winter/Spring 2015
CONTENTS
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Try a new hobby
Unemployed?
Support
From page 23 you’ll find
a whole host of exciting
courses from Painting
to Sign Language.
Want to earn money? Then
invest in a training course
because it could increase
your salary by
up to £5000 per year.
We have a range of job
related courses for you to
acquire or build on existing
qualifications including
Teacher Training, Business
and IT. Take a look at
pages 9-22.
Whatever the challenge or
obstacle, our experienced
and trained staff are
committed to working
inclusively, using a variety
of methods to meet
learners’ personal needs
across a range of difficulties
and disabilities.
Undecided about
which course?
If you are thinking of
studying, our Careers
Adviser is available to
offer impartial advice and
guidance. Please contact
Learner Services for an
appointment on 01562
512003 or 512004.
Employers...
See the impact on your
business by encouraging
your workforce to continue
learning. We have a
dedicated Business &
Training Department with
professional trainers
who are familiar with the
needs of business today
from tailored training
programmes to NVQs and
legislative short courses.
Allison Tapsell
Careers Advisor
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If you are considering a job
related course and would
like to speak with someone
in confidence about a
difficulty, please contact
Di Willetts, Learning
Support Manager,
on 01562 512069 or
by email: dwilletts
@kidderminster.ac.uk
Health & Safety
The College is committed
to achieving the highest
reasonably practicable
standard of health,
safety and welfare of our
employees, our customers,
those who work with or for
us, those who have cause
to enter our premises and
the general public, in so
far as our activities may
affect them. To this end,
all reasonable practicable
means will be applied
towards the objective of
eliminating accidents and
hazards in or arising from
our activities and to create
and maintain safe and
healthy conditions of work.
PART TIME COURSE PAGES
Job related courses 09
Leisure courses
TO IMPROVE YOUR JOB SKILLS
OR GAIN NEW QUALIFICATIONS
FOR THOSE WANTING TO TAKE UP
A NEW HOBBY OR INTEREST
09
Accounting
23 Art & Crafts
06
Apprenticeships
26 Astronomy
19
Business & Training courses
25 Ballet – children ages 3-5
10
Electrical Engineering
23 Calligraphy
11
First Aid
23 Ceramics
12
Food Hygiene
24 Computers
11
Hairdressing
25 Dressmaking, Tailoring & Crafts
12
Health & Safety
34 Flower Arranging (The Art of
21
Languages: Community English
21
Languages: French, Italian, Spanish
23 Painting for Pleasure
22
Teaching & Teaching Assistants
26 Peace Education Programme NEW!
23
Floristry NEW! )
27 Photography (Digital)
23 Pottery
24 Reiki II
24 Sign Language – British
27 Skills for Life – Cookery
25 Soft Furnishing, Embroidery
& Patchwork
25 Tailoring, Dressmaking, Crafts
26 Yoga
CAN’T FIND THE COURSE YOU WANT? Contact us and tell us what you’d like to see in our
next prospectus and we’ll do our very best! Email: marketing@kidderminster.ac.uk
Call 01562 512003 to enrol today
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FEES
You are entitled to
FREE tuition if...
•You are aged 19-23 and do not have a first full Level 2
qualification i.e. do not have at least 5 GCSEs at grades A*- C.
However, you may need to pay any associated costs attached
to the course.
•You are aged 19-23 and do not have a first full Level 3
qualification i.e. do not have at least two A Levels or four
As Levels (or equivalent). However, you may need to pay any
associated costs attached to the course.
•You are aged 19 or over and are applying for a Level 2 (or below)
course and are in receipt of certain benefits (Job Seekers
Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance in the Work
Related Activity Group and Universal Credit). However, you may
need to pay any associated costs attached to the course.
•You are aged 19 or over and are applying for a Level 2 (or
below) course and are in receipt of other state benefits, are
unemployed and wish to complete training in order to secure
work. However, you may need to pay any associated costs
attached to the course.
•You are aged 16-18. Call Learner Services on 01562 512003
for further information.
If you require a fee waiver then you will be required to
complete a Self Declaration form.
If you are aged 24+ and are applying for a Level 3 or
Level 4 course then you may be eligible for a 24+ Advanced
Learning Loan.
24+ ADVANCED LEARNING LOANS
Student loans (to cover tuition fees) are offered for those who
are aged 24+ and are studying qualifications at Level 3 or
Level 4. The loan is only repayable once you are earning over
£21,000 per year and repayment is linked to how much you
earn rather than how much you borrow and will not effect
your credit rating. Call Learner Services on 01562 512003 for
further information, or visit www.kidderminster.ac.uk.
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ENROLMENT
Step 1
ecide how you want to enrol D
by freepost, by telephone or
in person.
If you are entitled to a reduction in your
fees you MUST enrol in person, rather
than by post or by telephone.
If you are expressing your interest in
part-time courses that require an
interview, please contact Learner Services
on 01562 512003 before completing an
enrolment form. Learner Services will
pass your details to the relevant curriculum
team who will contact you to take your
enquiry further. We don’t want you to waste
time completing the enrolment form at a
stage where it is not essential.
If you would like further information about
the course itself, please contact the tutor
mentioned under the course details.
Step 2
You will need to provide the
following:
• Full name and address.
• Date of birth.
• National Insurance Number.
•Details of any medical conditions/
disabilities you may have.
•Details of a person to contact in an
emergency.
•Details of employment.
•If your employer is paying for your
course and examinations you will need
to provide a letter from your employer
confirming this at the time of enrolment.
Please ensure that the letter includes
the full name and address of your
employer.
• Your chosen method of payment.
•You will need details on any
qualifications you already hold.
•Details of qualifications upon entry.
If you have a disability that could affect your
ability to vacate the building in the event of an
emergency, it is very important that you declare
this on the application form or by calling
Learner Services on 01562 512003.
ENROL BY FREEPOST
To enrol by FREEPOST, complete the postal
enrolment form and enclose your payment details.
You can pay by debit/credit card or by cheque.
Please make cheques payable to Kidderminster
College. Include your name and address on the
back of all cheques.
Post to: FREEPOST DD282; Postal Enrolment,
Kidderminster College, Market Street,
Kidderminster, Worcestershire DY10 1AB.
ENROL BY TELEPHONE
To enrol by telephone call our Learner Services
team on 01562 512003/004. Please have your
credit or debit card details ready.
Please note that by enrolling by telephone you
are automatically agreeing to abide by College
Regulations. We will send you the enrolment
form to sign and return to complete the
enrolment process.
ENROL IN PERSON
Come to Learner Services at Kidderminster
College.
The College is open from 9am Monday to Friday
and throughout the summer holidays. To avoid
disappointment, please ensure you enrol as
soon as you receive the prospectus as some
courses are very popular and places go quickly.
An expression of interest does not guarantee a
place until the enrolment process is completed
and payment made (where appropriate).
Call 01562 512003 to enrol today
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Apprenticeship Vacancies!
WE HAVE APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN A DIVERSE RANGE OF AREAS INCLUDING
BUSINESS & ADMINISTRATION, ACCOUNTING, HAIRDRESSING, EQUINE, SOCIAL MEDIA,
TEAM LEADING, ELECTRO-TECHNICAL, AND CUSTOMER SERVICE TO NAME BUT A FEW!
Call 01562 826515 to find out more, or visit and sign up today at
the Point, Market Street, Kidderminster. Current vacancies can be
viewed at www.kidderminster.ac.uk/apprenticeships
Did you know?
· Kidderminster College works with more than
400 apprentices a year.
· Our learner success rates are higher than the
national average.
· We have brand-new training facilities for many of our
learners at the Point.
· We have recently launched apprenticeships in social
media, which help companies stand out from the crowd.
· We have links with more than 250 employers,
three of which have been shortlisted for the
2014 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards.
Call 01562 826515
Market Street, Kidderminster, Worcestershire DY10 1AB
www.kidderminster.ac.uk
*Terms and Conditions apply
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And don’t forget...
If you are a Wyre Forest
company, a grant of up to
£7,500 is available* if you
take on an apprentice.
A Government grant of
£1,500 is available to
anyone to pay for an
apprentice’s training.
If you take on an apprentice
you receive 20% off the cost
of any Business and Training
short course at the College.
What are you
waiting for?
Join Team KC
Are you unemployed?
WE ARE HERE TO
SUPPORT YOU.
The staff at the Point are here to offer help and support to anyone looking for
employment. Our friendly and professional staff will provide you with information
about the many FREE training opportunities available to help you
into employment.
You can benefit from a FREE Employability course.
Courses cover:
• Applying for a Job
•4 Preparing for an Interview
• Interview Skills
•4 Career Progression
• Self Assessment
There are many opportunities available to you –
we are here to help you make the most of them!
Come and talk to us...
To find out more, contact
Jennie on 01562 512099 or
email bat@kidderminster.ac.uk.
Alternatively, visit us at the Point,
Market Street, Kidderminster,
DY10 1AB.
MANY COURSES
ARE FREE FOR
THE UNEMPLOYED
Call Learner Services
01562 512003
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ADULT MATHS
& ENGLISH –
FREE COURSES
Would you like to:
• improve your reading and writing skills?
• brush up on your spelling?
• be able to use numbers at home or at work?
•achieve a nationally recognised, up-to-date qualification
equivalent to GCSE?
If any of the above interests you, then come along and join one of
our groups, meeting at a variety of times during the week, including
evenings. Before joining the group/s you will have a confidential chat
with our tutor, who will help you decide on the starting level which
is right for you. Courses are free!*
CONTENT
Brush up your English: Take up this opportunity to brush up and
improve your reading, writing and spelling skills to help you at home,
work or to progress to other courses.
English Skills up to Level 2 (GCSE equivalent level): If you are fairly
confident with your English skills, but have no qualification, then come
along and gain a nationally recognised qualification, equivalent to
a GCSE.
Making Your Numbers Count: Does your mind go blank when someone
mentions maths? Come along and gain confidence in working with
numbers in everyday settings to help you at home, work or to progress
to other courses.
Maths Skills up to Level 2 (GCSE equivalent level): If you are fairly
confident with your maths skills, but have no qualification, join this
course to gain a nationally recognised qualification, equivalent to a GCSE.
*Subject to meeting certain criteria.
CONTACT
To find out more, contact Caroline Freeman on 01562 512117
or drop into Learner Services at College during normal
business hours.
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Job related
courses
TO IMPROVE YOUR JOB SKILLS OR
GAIN NEW QUALIFICATIONS
ACCOUNTING
The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is the most
highly regarded pre-chartered professional accountancy
qualification in the country.
ACCOUNTING
APPRENTICESHIPS
AVAILABLE!
CALL 01562 826515
There are four levels. Level 1 is a short introduction to Accounting and Levels
2-3 are completed over one year. The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is suitable
for those with limited bookkeeping experience. The Diploma Level 3 is ideal for those who have
completed the Certificate (or old Foundation stage), or possess a basic bookkeeping qualification
or have significant bookkeeping experience. If you want to enrol directly to this stage without
completing the Certificate level you will be asked to complete a basic bookkeeping test to ensure
you are ready for the Diploma Stage.
The Diploma in Accounting Project Level 4 is only suitable for those who have completed the
Diploma Level 3 or who have a UK degree in Accountancy.
Each AAT Level is assessed via a combination of course assessments and external computer
based online exams.
ACCOUNTANCY COURSES
Course Title
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Interview
Required
Course
Fee
Additional /
Exam Fees
AAT Level 1 Award in
Accounting (Access)
VOC
1076
MON
12.00-2.00
12
12.01.15
No
£120
£37
Textbooks are an additional cost. Learners are responsible for registering direct with AAT. These fees are in
addition to the tuition and College exam fees. Registration fees are payable during the first week of the course
or whenever the renewal invoice arrives from the AAT.
*Project unit is delivered in one hour one-to-one sessions to be arranged with the tutor.
Enquiries should be made to Christine Kimberlin on 01562 512018.
Call 01562 512003 to enrol today
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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Whether you are just starting out as an electrician or you want to advance your career
further, our industry-trained tutors can deliver the level of training necessary in our
well-equipped workshops. Please bring hard capped toe boots.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING COURSES
Course Title
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Interview
Required
Course
Fee
Additional /
Exam Fees
17th Edition - Electrical
Installation (2382)
FC
1085
MON FRI
9.00-5.00
1 week
TBC
Yes
£150
£40
17th Edition - Electrical
Installation (2382)
FC
1086
TUE
6.00-9.00
10
TBC
Yes
£225
£40
Electrical Installation
Level 3 (2365)*
FC
1054
TUE &
WED
6.00-9.00
60
TBC
Yes
£900*
£75
Electrical – Inspection,
Testing Level 3 (2395)
FC
1080
MON FRI
9.00-5.00
1 week
TBC
Yes
£300
£40
Electrical – Inspection,
Testing Level 3 (2395)
FC
1081
THU
6.00-9.00
10
TBC
Yes
£300
£40
Electrical – Initial
Verification Level 3 (2394)
FC
1084
MON FRI
9.00-5.00
1 week
TBC
Yes
£325
£40
Electrical – Initial
Verification Level 3 (2394)
FC
1083
THU
6.00-9.00
10
TBC
Yes
£325
£40
All Electrical Engineering course start dates to be confirmed once numbers are known.
Please contact sbyrne@kidderminster.ac.uk to find out more about the Electrical courses.
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HAIRDRESSING
HAIRDRESSING COURSES
Course Title
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Interview
Required
Course
Fee
Additional /
Exam Fees
During this course you will develop your practical skills and enhance your creativity. This course
is College certificated.
Bridal Hairstyling
FC083
WED
6.00-9.00
8
14.01.15
No
£125
n/a
#
During this course you will develop practical skills in the intricate work of plaiting and twisting
hair. This course is College certificated.
Plaiting & Twisting Hair
FC399
WED
6.00-9.00
6
18.03.15
No
£95
n/a
#
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Interview
Required
Course
Fee
Additional /
Exam Fees
#College certificated.
HEALTH & SAFETY
FIRST AID COURSES
Course Title
Code
Day
Time
This programme meets the requirements of the First Aid Regulations 1981, which puts a
statutory duty on employers to provide adequate numbers of suitably trained people to administer
First Aid in the Workplace.
First Aid at Work
BDU
200b
FRI
9.30-4.30
3
20.02.15
No
£170
n/a
This programme meets the requirements of the First Aid Regulations 1981, which puts a
statutory duty on every employer to provide as a minimum an ‘Appointed Person’ at all times
when people are at work.
Emergency First Aid at
Work (EFAW)
(formerly Appointed Persons
Basic Emergency First Aid)
Emergency First Aid at
Work (EFAW)
BDU
201c
FRI
9.30-4.30
1 day
30.01.15
No
£85
n/a
BDU
201d
THU
9.30-4.30
1 day
19.03.15
No
£85
n/a
more Health & Safety courses...
Call 01562 512003 to enrol today
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HEALTH & SAFETY
FOOD HYGIENE COURSES
Course Title
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Interview
Required
Course
Fee
Additional /
Exam Fees
This short course, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, will bring you
up-to-date with the necessary requirements associated with food hygiene. The course is held
over one day. No previous experience required.
£12 +
CIEH Level 2 Award
Food Safety Catering
BDU
203c
FRI
9.30-4.30
1 day
30.01.15
No
£59
£3.90 text
book
CIEH Level 2 Award
Food Safety Catering
BDU
203d
FRI
9.30-4.30
1 day
20.03.15
No
£59
£3.90 text
book
£12 +
Please contact Business & Training on 01562 826501 or email bat@kidderminster.ac.uk to enrol
on any of the First Aid or Food Hygiene courses above.
HEALTH & SAFETY COURSES
Course Title
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Interview
Required
Course
Fee
Additional /
Exam Fees
This course is designed to provide an understanding of legislation and best practice associated
with assessing and controlling hazardous substances at work. Delegates will be able to identify
the steps needed to be taken in order to ensure the control of hazardous substances at work, with
an emphasis on ensuring staff are capable of identifying potential hazards.
Control of Substances
Hazardous to Health
(COSHH)
BDU
206b
TUE
6.00-9.00
1 day
10.03.15
No
£45
The Risk Assessment course is designed to show delegates how to identify and manage hazards,
in line with the Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1992. Case studies and practical exercises
are included.
Risk Assessment
BDU
205b
TUE
6.00-9.00
1 day
03.03.15
No
£45
n/a
PAT Testing (2377)
VOC
725
MONWED
6.00-9.00
3
TBC
Yes
£140
£80
Please contact Business & Training on 01562 826501 or email bat@kidderminster.ac.uk to enrol
on any of the above courses except PAT Testing. If you’d like to enrol on the PAT Testing course,
please complete the enrolment form and drop it into Learner Services. Please see page 19 for
details of other training courses.
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NEW UNIVERSITY
LEVEL COURSES!
We currently offer a Level 4/5 Higher National Diploma
(HND) in Dance and Level 4/5 HND in Urban Electronic
Music Production in partnership with the University of
Worcester. In addition to these we also offer:
• Level 4/5 HND in Computing & Systems Development
• Level 4/5 HND in Games Design & Development
• Level 4/5 HND Music Performance (Guitar)
• Level 4/5 HND Music Performance (Bass)
• Level 4/5 HND Music Performance (Drums)
• Level 4/5 HND Music Technology
• Level 4/5 HND in Public Services
• Level 4/5 HND Foundation Degree in Radio
Call Learner Services on
01562 512003 to find out more
today or apply direct to the College
www.kidderminster.ac.uk
OPEN
EVENTS
2015
12 February 2015 (eve)
20 June 2015 (day)
Come and see the facilities we have
on offer at the College, meet tutors and
staff and find out more about our wide
range of courses. There will also be a
chance to have a go at various activities.
01562 512003 / 512004
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20% OFF ALL
SHORT COURSES
WHEN YOU
TAKE ON AN
APPRENTICE
specialist training and support to more than 140 local and national businesses.
TRAINING COURSES
IT
Microsoft Excel, Word – Introductory, Intermediate & Advanced levels •
Microsoft PowerPoint
MANAGEMENT
ILM L2 Award in Leadership & Team skills • Dealing with Difficult People •
Disciplinary & Grievance • Presentation Skills • Teambuilding • Motivation
& many more!
FIRST AID
First Aid at Work • Emergency First Aid at Work • Paediatric First Aid
HEALTH & SAFETY
CIEH Health & Safety in the Workplace (Level 2) • Risk Assessment •
COSHH • Manual Handling
FOOD SAFETY
CIEH L2 Award in Food Safety in Catering
SOCIAL MEDIA
CARE
Common Induction Standards • Dementia Awareness • Managing Aggression
& Conflict • EpiPen Awareness • Fire Warden • Infection Control • Healthier
Food & Special Diets • Moving & Transferring of People • Palliative Care •
Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults • Safe Administration of Medicines
For further enquiries please contact:
01562 826501
bat@kidderminster.ac.uk
www.twitter.com/BusinesswithKC
www.linkedin.com/company/Business-&-Training
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Why not visit our
new one-stop jobs
shop at the Point,
Market Street,
Kidderminster.
•FREE ADVICE AND SUPPORT
FOR JOBSEEKERS
•FREE EMPLOYABILITY TRAINING
COURSES*
•TAILORED TRAINING FOR EMPLOYERS
•APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING
•FREE ADVERTISING OF JOB VACANCIES*
•FREE BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENTS
•ROOMS AVAILABLE TO HIRE
*terms and conditions may apply
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LANGUAGES
COMMUNITY ENGLISH
DAYTIME CLASSES:
Mon-Fri
English classes are available at a range of levels to reflect
the Curriculum Standards to develop skills in Speaking and
Listening, Reading and Writing.
The classes start in September but it is possible to join during
the year. You are required to complete an interview and an
assessment before enrolling on this course.
Non-EU learners please enquire.
The aim of these groups is to enable speakers of other
languages within the community to acquire the necessary
English language skills for everyday life.
LOCATION OF CLASSES:
• Lye Community Centre
• Worcester (location TBC)
• Kidderminster College
COST:
*Free subject to meeting
eligible criteria, please
enquire
Interview appointments can be made by
contacting Learner Services on 01562 512003.
Email: learnerservices@kidderminster.ac.uk
Day
Time
Interview
Required
Cost
Additional /
Exam Fees
MON-FRI
Various
Yes
Free*
TBC
Course Title
Community English
EVENING CLASSES:
Tues, Weds, Thurs
FRENCH, ITALIAN, SPANISH – LEVEL 1
LEVEL 1: Beginners
The beginner level courses are suitable for those with little or no previous knowledge. You will
cover four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Emphasis is placed on speaking and
reading – you will be assessed on these areas.
Course Title
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Interview
Required
Course
Fee
Additional /
Exam Fees
French Level 1
FC
123A
THU
7.00-9.00
10
08.01.15
No
£107
n/a
Italian Level 1
FC
138A
THU
7.00-9.00
10
08.01.15
No
£107
n/a
Spanish Level 1
FC
114A
TUE
7.00-9.00
10
06.01.15
No
£107
n/a
CAN’T FIND THE COURSE YOU WANT? Contact us and tell us what you’d like to see in our
next prospectus and we’ll do our very best! Email: marketing@kidderminster.ac.uk
Call 01562 512003 to enrol today
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TEACHING & TEACHING ASSISTANTS
TEACHER TRAINING COURSES
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training replaces the PTLLS qualification. The Level
3 Award is a 10 week, part-time course for anyone who would like to teach in the postcompulsory learning sector, which includes FE colleges, adult and community learning
environments, charity and voluntary sector organisations, offender learning, as well as workbased learning providers. Ideal for new teachers/trainers/instructors or those who would like
to progress to teaching.
Course Title
Code
Day
Time
Weeks
Start Date
Interview
Required
Course
Fee
Additional /
Exam Fees
Level 3 Award in
Education and Training
(formerly PTTLS)
VOC
1053
THU
9.00-12.00
10
08.01.15
No
£420
£62
Level 3 Award in
Education and Training
(formerly PTTLS)
VOC
1046
THU
5.00-8.00
10
08.01.15
No
£420
£62
Enquiries should be made to Claire Wanless on 01562 512018.
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Leisure
courses
FOR THOSE WANTING TO TAKE UP
A NEW HOBBY OR INTEREST
ARTS & CRAFTS COURSES
Course Title
Advanced Ceramics
with Added Materials
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Course Fee
REC 105
WED
7.00-9.00
10
07.01.15
£78.00
Extend your basic knowledge of ceramics. This course will include mould making and glaze techniques and
combining other materials with ceramics. A small charge is made for each object made, based on weight.
Get Creative with Calligraphy
– a course for beginners
and improvers
REC 106
THU
7.00-9.00
10
08.01.15
£78.00
Relax whilst learning the foundations of beautiful handwriting together with design, layout and illumination.
Please bring a pad of ruled paper and a broad edged calligraphy pen. Left-handed students may experience
some difficulty initially but there are many highly skilled left handed calligraphers!
Painting for Pleasure
REC 101
WED
10.00-12.00
10
07.01.15
£78.00
REC 102
MON
10.00-12.00
8
19.01.15
£62.40
REC 103
THU
7.00-9.00
10
08.01.15
£78.00
(NB: Courses REC 101 & REC 102 are held at St Cecilia’s Church Hall). Whatever your choice, acrylics,
oils or watercolours. Join this friendly class for enthusiasts, both beginners and those with experience.
Please bring any basic equipment that you may have to the first class.
Pottery for Pleasure
REC 104
TUE
7.00-9.00
6
27.01.15
£ 46.80
Join this interesting class where you can experiment with clay. Suitable for the beginner as well as the more
experienced potter. A small charge is made for each object made, based on weight.
CAN’T FIND THE COURSE YOU WANT? Contact us and tell us what you’d like to see in our
next prospectus and we’ll do our very best! Email: marketing@kidderminster.ac.uk
Call 01562 512003 to enrol today
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LEISURE COURSES
ALTERNATIVE THERAPY COURSES
Course Title
Reiki II
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Course Fee
REC 107
WED
7.00-9.00
6
28.01.15
£46.80
The course consists of an explanation of three of the Reiki symbols and the use of Distant Healing.
Plenty of hands-on experience will be available. Reiki 11 can help to expand self-development and intuition,
contributing to a greater healing awareness. (Reiki 1 is a pre-requisite for this course.)
This course complies with the Reiki specific core curriculum and National Occupational Standards (NOS).
BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE COURSES
Course Title
Introduction to British Sign
Language (BSL)
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Course Fee
REC 108
THU
7.00-8.30
10
08.01.15
£58.50
Gain basic skills in the use of British Sign Language. You will learn how to introduce yourself, learn basic
information on family, health, work, food and hobbies.
COMPUTER COURSES
Course Title
Digital Enhancing Photographs
for Beginners
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Course Fee
REC 109
WED
7.00-9.00
8
21.01.15
£62.40
Learn how to digitally enhance your photographs with use of Adobe Photoshop editing software. Create soft
focus, depth of field, working in layers and restoring old photos etc. You will need basic computer skills.
Have Fun With Your Laptop!
(Cutnall Green Memorial Hall)
REC 110
THU
10.00-12.00
10
26.02.15
£78.00
This course is for beginners: learn how to lay out a letter, access photographs from your camera, make
calendars and cards using family photographs, keep simple accounts.
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DANCE COURSES
Course Title
Babies Ballet Ages 3-5
(pre-school)
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Course Fee
REC 111
TUE
4.00-4.30
10
07.01.15
£19.50
In this class children will learn basic ballet technique and dances. Dance kits are available for purchase
from the teacher.
FASHION & CRAFTS COURSES
Course Title
Dressmaking
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Course Fee
REC 115
WED
7.00-9.00
10
07.01.15
£78.00
Make properly fitting garments with a professional look. Appropriate for absolute beginners or the more
experienced dressmaker.
Soft Furnishing, Embroidery
& Patchwork
REC 114
TUE
7.00-9.00
10
06.01.15
£78.00
An opportunity for the absolute beginner or more experienced crafts person to explore any or all of these
skills.
Tailoring, Dressmaking
& Crafts
REC 112
MON
10.00-12.00
10
05.01.15
£78.00
REC 113
MON
1.00-3.00
10
05.01.15
£78.00
A daytime course for the beginner and/or experienced dressmaker or an opportunity to try a variety of
crafts.
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LEISURE COURSES
FITNESS & YOGA COURSES
Course Title
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Course Fee
REC 116
TUE
1.00-2.30
10
06.01.15
£58.50
Stretch & Relax with Yoga
(Holy Innocents Church Hall)
Through Hatha Yoga, help your body to become stronger and healthier. Please bring a mat or rug to lie on.
Stretch & Relax with Yoga
REC 117
TUE
7.00-8.30
10
06.01.15
£58.50
Through Hatha Yoga, help your body to become stronger and healthier. Please bring a mat or rug to lie on.
FLOWER ARRANGING COURSES
Course Title
NEW The Art of Floristry
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Course Fee
REC 118
WED
7.00-9.00
6
04.02.15
£ 46.80
This course will introduce you to the art of floristry and floral design. Taught by a professional florist it will
give you the skills and knowledge required to develop your own unique style and help you produce your own
stunning floral arrangements.
GENERAL INTEREST COURSES
Course Title
Introduction to Astronomy –
Part 1 (Blakedown Parish Rooms)
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Course Fee
REC 119
THU
7.00-9.00
5
29.01.15
£39.00
Find your way around the night sky. Observe and understand the wonders of the universe. See the
appearance of the sky changing through the seasons. Classes will be held on 29/01,12/02, 26/02,12/03,
26/03.
NEW
Peace Education
Programme
VIC 1108
TUE
7.00-9.00
10
13.01.15
FREE
The purpose of the Peace Education Program (PEP) is to help participants discover their own inner
resources – innate tools for living such as inner strength, choice, and hope—and the possibility of
personal peace. IT is being run in conjunction with the Prem Rawatt Foundation.
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PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Course Fee
REC 120
THU
7.00-9.00
10
08.01.15
£78.00
Course Title
Starting Digital Photography
This course will teach you how to use your camera and is full of useful tips and advice. It is practical based
and each week a different photographic topic will be covered.
SKILLS FOR LIFE COURSES
Evening leisure and pleasure courses
Course Title
Taste of Cookery
Code
Day
Time
Duration
(weeks)
Start Date
Course Fee
REC 121
TUE
6.00-8.00
8
13.01.15
£64.00
For anyone with learning difficulties/disabilities who has an interest in Cookery. Please also bring £1.50
for ingredients for the 1st week. Tutor will advise what to bring for the following weeks. Please also advise
if you are bringing your own support worker to assist you.
DISCLAIMER
We aim to provide you with accurate and up-to-date information and every effort has been made to ensure that the
information contained within this prospectus is correct. All information is correct at the time of going to print, but may
be subject to change at short notice. Kidderminster College cannot be held responsible for any omissions, errors or
changes and we reserve the right to make alterations and cancellations as and when required. While it is expected
that all listed courses will be offered at the fees stated, there is no guarantee and we encourage you to confirm all
information by calling Learner Services on 01562 512003.
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CONTACTS
Learner Services
01562 512003 / 512004
learnerservices@kidderminster.ac.uk
Main Reception
01562 512000
Information, Advice and Guidance
01562 512025
Apprenticeships
01562 826515
apprenticeships@kidderminster.ac.uk
Elements Hair, Beauty and
Holistic Salons
01562 512008
Business & Training
01562 826501 / 826502
bat@kidderminster.ac.uk
the Point 01562 512099
bat@kidderminster.ac.uk