Sarah Atkinson, CEO of the Social Mobility Foundation, discussed the importance of the event, saying: "The creative sector has a diversity problem. Just 26% of people in creative jobs are from working-class backgrounds, and people from privileged backgrounds are twice as likely to land a job in the industry.”
View detailsThe report only contains scores that meet the criteria for extra time or a reader for example. The report cannot be used in any other way other than for applications for EAAs. A form 8 is not acceptable evidence for an application for DSA.
View details“By patiently explaining the concept of the challenge to the staff and students, the FE library staff have encouraged people to join up to this scheme and have helped the College gain a prestigious platinum award, coming first place out of more than 60 other organizations. I truly appreciate the time invested in helping those who at times struggle with their reading abilities.” This year’s Reading Ahead 2018/19 has now begun and students can sign up by speaking to library staff at any College campus.
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View details“I’m so proud of our employer engagement colleagues, whose industry leading work and commitment to our students and employers has been recognised by peers in the further education sector. “I’m also truly honoured and humbled to have been nominated in the FE leader category. The work of the GMCG is very much a team effort so a huge thank you must go to all of the principals working to strengthen further education in Greater Manchester.”
View details“It was a wonderful opportunity to recognise their progress, highlight their impact, and celebrate a truly successful tenure. There were some incredible contributions and picking this year’s award winners was a really difficult challenge, so I’d like to congratulate all our Ambassadors - we’re so proud of everything that you’ve accomplished!"
View detailsWe have limited places on the following courses: Level 1 Certificate in Health and Social Care Campuses: Nicholls, Northenden, Harpurhey, Openshaw Start date: Immediate start Level 3 Health and Social Care Subsidiary Diploma Campuses: Nicholls, Northenden, Harpurhey, Openshaw Start date: 23rd January 2018 Level 1 Principles of Coaching Campus: Nicholls Start date: 15th January 2018 Level 1 Award in the Principles of Coaching Sport Campus: Nicholls Campus Start date: 16th January 2018 Level 1 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services Campus: Nicholls; Start date: 15th January 2018 Level 1 Award in Caring for Children Campuses: Harpurhey, Northenden Start date: 8th January 2018 Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Health and Social Care Campuses: Harpuryhey, Openshaw, Northenden Start date: 26 th February 2018 Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Campus: BSS Seminary 27 th February 2018 Level 2 ABC Certificate in General Patisserie and Confectionery Campus: Fielden Start date: 22nd January 2018 Entry Level 3 Award in Intro to Hospitality Industry Campus: Wythenshaw Start date: 8th January 2018 Fashion Photographic Makeup Campuses: Harpurhey and Northenden Extended Award in Hair and Beauty Skills Campuses: Harpurhey and Northenden Start date: 8th January 2018 Entry Level 3 Extended Award in Hair and Beauty Skills Campuses: Wythenshaw, Harpurhey Start date: 8th January 2018 Level 1 Certificate Travel and Tourism Campus: Wythenshaw Start date: 8th January 2018 Level 2 Award Business Skills With Entrereneurship Campuses: Openshaw, Harpurhey, Nicholls, Northenden Start date: 8th January 2018 Level 3 Certificate Business Venture Campuses: Openshaw, Harpurhey, Nicholls, Northenden Start date: 8th January 2018 Level 1 Certificate Introduction to Business Skills with Entrepreneurship Campuses: Openshaw, Harpurhey, Nicholls, Northenden Start date: 8th January 2018 Level 2 Award in Creative Media Production and Tech Campuses: Openshaw, Shena Simon Start date: 8th January 2018 Level 1 Exploring Creative Arts Campuses: Shena Simon Start date: 8th January 2018 The Prince’s Trust Team Programme Campuses: Wythenshawe and Harpurhey Full-time 12 Week short course Open to both adults up to 25 and 16-18 year olds Free to all ages Start date: 15th January 2018 Enrol now!
View detailsThe National WorldSkills UK Awards ceremony was presented by Skills Champion Steph McGovern during a special live programme who congratulated the winning finalists on Friday 26 November . You can watch the video by clicking the link here .
View detailsI’d like to thank Sylvia and Tim for joining us on the day. Whilst their experiences are different, both are truly inspirational people and we were honoured to welcome them to the event. “Our student council played a central role in organising the event and I’d like to thank them, and everyone involved, for their hard work – it was a fantastic day!”
View details“What started out as a mission to enable a student to achieve their aspirations and photograph one of their inspirations has grown into a social history photography project that truly highlights the unique place Manchester is, shining a light on the exceptional people who have both put the city on the map internationally and helped to shape it into the world-leading city it is today.
View detailsAs a whole we all contribute to the well-being of chef students and their future and the further education of existing and experienced chefs. “I cannot believe that 10 years has gone by and we celebrated it in such style in Manchester. I’m overwhelmed by the support, the friends we have made and the students whose lives we’ve managed to enlighten.”
View detailsOur only limit now is that we’ve run out of acetate and sheets, but it has been great to be able to help people and see our efforts be put to good use. David has set up a gofundme page to raise money to buy materials and raise funds for two other organisations. Find out more about the wide range of courses available in our Creative Arts and Digital Media and Access to Higher Education subject areas.
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