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A Career in Logistics: What You Need to Know
As a vital industry in the global supply chain, logistics professionals can climb the career ladder, moving from entry-level roles to senior management positions. With increasing global trade and e-commerce, there is a constant demand for skilled logistics experts.
View detailsNot going to uni? What are the alternatives?
College Courses Continuing to study in further education at college may be the best option for you. Aside from qualifications such as A Levels, T Levels or BTEC’s as an adult learner you can also study professional qualifications. These are courses linked to a specific profession and offer an alternative route in.
View detailsAutomation and its effects on the labour market
We are also working with employers to build on our industry placement opportunities to help students gain real life work experience. This work is helping us to plan for T Levels , which we will start to deliver in September 2021. Sources: Ons.gov.uk. (2019). The probability of automation in England - Office for National Statistics.
View detailsFocus on Engineering: A High-Demand Career with a Bright Future
This path is perfect for those who want to earn while they learn. Also, T-Levels offer a unique approach, as they combine classroom learning with valuable on-the-job experience, allowing you to gain practical skills alongside your qualification.
View detailsSupport & Guidance
They will work with you and your tutors to log your activities, help you feel prepared and to check consent. Each course and level have specific minimum targets to achieve for work experience. Centres of Excellence Level of Study External Work Placement (min. hours) Level 1 Up to 6 hours Level 2 24 hours Level 3 35 hours Industry Excellence Academy Level of Study External Work Placement (min. hours) Level 2 15 days/105 hours T Level Transition Year (Level 2) 15 days/105 hours Level 3 15 days/105 hours T Level (Level 3) 315-350 hours over two years In addition to external work placement hours, you'll also engage in a range of work-related activities such as virtual-work experience, masterclasses, industry insight talks and careers events.
View detailsHappy New Year – Happy New Career!
For many people it might be a straightforward step up to the next level in the same subject area, from Level 2 Health and Social Care to Level 3 Health and Social Care, for example. You may have completed your Level 3 programme and now plan to study a Higher Education course – in which case, there are a fantastic range of qualifications at Level 4 upwards in UCEN Manchester, which is the College’s HE provision.
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Attendance Attendance Management is a distinct element of developing students’ Skills, Knowledge, and Behaviours, thus contributing to personal development and employability. High levels of attendance correlate with higher levels of progress and success on a student’s programme of study. It runs in parallel to the Disciplinary procedure.
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Our Expertise and Excellence Each member of our team has a minimum of a level 3 qualification in Advice and Guidance, or they are working towards obtaining it. Together we’re an award-winning team, with expert knowledge of further education, T Levels, higher education and apprenticeships, which are offered through the College and our partner organisations UCEN Manchester and Total People.
View detailsThe Manchester College celebrates Pride 2020
Amanda Sillett, Head of Student Support, Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity at The Manchester College and UCEN Manchester said: “For a number of years, staff and students have taken part in Manchester Pride, showcasing our amazing outfits, #exclusivelyinclusive logo t-shirts and our magnificent sparkly decorated float. In 2019, over 14,000 people took part in the parade and over 25,000 spectators filled the streets with rainbow colours and glitter.
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To encourage this we give students access to software called BKSB which assesses your current level and sets you tutorials to help you improve. During your induction you will be asked to complete a Diagnostic Assessment to help see what level you are currently at.
View detailsAnimal Management
Here you’ll be learning what each one needs to thrive, taking part in hands on activities and studying a wide range of topics, such as animal behaviour, nutrition and conservation. We offer a range of courses from Level 1 to T Levels, so there's something to suit everyone. *As per the latest Government National Achievement Rates Tables (NARTs) Apply Now It starts with you!
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Common Identification Identification will be ascertained by a College badge and coloured lanyards as follows: Grey Lanyard - All staff Dark Blue Lanyard - Students aged 14-16 Harpurhey Campus (Purple) - Students aged 16+, including apprentices (The Manchester College white logo) City Campus (Red) - Students aged 16+, including apprentices (The Manchester College white logo) City Labs Campus (Light Blue) - Students aged 16+, including apprentices (The Manchester College white logo) Openshaw Campus (Green) - Students aged 16+, including apprentices (The Manchester College white logo) Shena Simon Campus (Black) - Students aged 16+, including apprentices (The Manchester College white logo) Wythenshawe Campus (Gold) - Students aged 16+, including apprentices (The Manchester College white logo) T Levels - Students studying T Level programmes (T Level white logo) Blue Lanyard - Higher education students (UCEN Manchester white logo) Turquoise Lanyard - Governor (‘Governor’ printed in white) Orange Lanyard - Short-term visitors (e.g. presenters, attendees at meetings) Red Lanyard - Longer-term visitor groups (e.g. building contractors, no The Manchester College logo) Brown Lanyard - Agency staff contracted for teaching on and off site and temporary lanyard for staff without lanyard Yellow Lanyard - Non consent for photo/video at marketing events.
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