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The majority of Daniel's time is spent teaching on Level 2 coaching programmes and supporting our scholarship student athletes. He has extensive knowledge of the football industry, playing and coaching to a decent level and this is supplemented by experience delivering physical education in primary schools.

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The Manchester College delighted to host finals of UK’s biggest skills competition

The news of the finals being held in Greater Manchester comes a week after Mayor Andy Burnham launched proposals for a Greater Manchester Baccalaureate (MBacc) to improve access to technical education courses in the region. WorldSkills UK Interim CEO Ben Blackledge said: “We are delighted to be bringing the national finals to Greater Manchester this autumn.

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Safely returning to campus - adult students

This will be followed with the provision of two home test kits per week thereafter.  Adult learners will also be provided with the opportunity to access Covid-19 testing, with self-test kits provided to you and collected from the College. We will communicate further information on this to you as soon as possible and prior to your return to site.

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The Manchester College officially open state-of-the-art technical education facilities in East Manchester

To achieve these ambitions, it is essential that we invest in young people and they need to be our priority for investment. This means giving people access to technical qualifications to learn skills that will make them highly employable in the Manchester economy. “This also means connecting young people with businesses.

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16 - 18

Once you’ve signed this, you will receive further communication via email on how to access the Student Hub, where you will find important information on when you start at college and your timetable. Enrolment Dates If you are unable to complete any, or all of these steps, you are more than welcome to come to your chosen campus and speak with our Admissions, Curriculum and Student Careers teams.

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Age 19+

Once you’ve signed this, you will receive further communication via email on how to access the Student Hub, where you will find important information on when you start college, your timetable and how to stay safe on campus.

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Programme of Study

However you need to keep on developing your skills to support your main programme of study and progression. 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.

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Happy New Year – Happy New Career!

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.  There are times when people might re-consider their career aims and choose a related pathway or a completely different pathway.

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What is an Animal Management Course?

You'll experience courses crafted and taught in collaboration with employers, ensuring you acquire the most up-to-date skills. Additionally, you'll have access to our exceptional facilities, expert tutors, and valuable industry placement opportunities. With brand new facilities dedicated to animal management , including custom-designed reptile and small animal care rooms, as well as state-of-the-art outdoor animal pens, you'll have everything you need to excel in your studies and practical training.

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How to Research Your Career Options

Their career matching tools, including the Career Planner and Job Match , are designed to guide you toward the career paths best suited to your skills and interests.  Our students can also access Start , which is a free online careers tool offering career match tools and job profiles. Students can complete a series of learning modules, designed to equip them with the necessary skills to make informed career decisions. 

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Animal Management Course: Turn Your Passion into a Career

The programmes offer so much opportunity for students, and the technical nature of the course is so varied and accessible. You’ll be coming into contact with animals you may never have known even existed, or those you’ve only seen on TV.  The best thing about teaching and managing Animal Care is seeing how quickly students make progress and how those with very limited confidence in the beginning grow into themselves. 

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What Do You Learn in a Hair and Beauty Course?

You’ll develop a deeper knowledge and understanding of: Health and safety practices  Client consultation skills Facials Skin type analysis Manicures Pedicures Waxing Eyelash/eyebrow treatments Make-up application Customer service skills Environmental sustainability Commercial skills. This course will give you access to higher roles in salons, with added responsibility and higher salaries. Hairdressing courses Level 2 Hairdressing course The Level 2 Hairdressing course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to begin your career in hairdressing.

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