We are proud to be the only college in the north of the UK to have a Chefs’ Forum Academy, with our partnership now going into its third year! Chefs’ Forum Founder Catherine Farinha added: “When I was asked by The Manchester College to create a series of short introductions on the variety of careers on offer in hospitality and catering, I realised how important it was to show the sheer diversity of the sector as well as some of the practical things you need to know.
View details“After getting involved in theatre in education, I discovered a new joy in working with young people. I’ve been at The Manchester College for the past three and a half years, where I teach Level 3 Acting, and have taught Musical Theatre.
View detailsDorcas Olowoyo, director of Moston-based PVG Accounting Services and Consultancy Ltd , took three students on placement at her practice. She said: “When I started my accountancy firm, I knew that if there were ever an opportunity for students to progress, I would help out. “The three students from The Manchester College were very professional and cooperated with me fully.
View detailsIf you are interested in one of the caring professions, like counselling, you will need this skill. Active listeners use brief affirmations like “I see,” “I know,” “Sure,” “Thank you,” or “I understand” and they nod to show understanding. Another technique is to paraphrase what the other person is saying (a kind of quick summary in your own words) to show you have understood.
View detailsNoel Gallagher is one of the more recent Greater Mancunians, who posed outside India House, Whitworth Street where he used to live and where he wrote the first two Oasis albums, as he explained, “India House is literally ground zero in the story of my musical life. I moved into a flat there with my then girlfriend around 1989 ~ broke and bored! By the time I left in 1993 I’d joined my little brother’s band and had written Live Forever and Rock ‘n’ Roll Star!”
View detailsWe have residents who are in the late stage of dementia and music is the best way to reach them. I always use CDs during my activities but having live music is so much better Student, Jennifer Hughes, said: "It's been really rewarding.
View detailsI couldn’t be more proud of their success. Find out more about Youth, Community, Work and Skills at The Manchester College.
View detailsPositive thinking After a job interview, focus on what went well and praise yourself, instead of focusing on what didn’t go so well and obsessing about that. Use positive self-talk such as “I found one or two questions difficult to answer, but I handled most of the interview really well and I am proud of myself.” Reflect on your experiences, decide what could be improved and get to work on the solution, rather than dwelling on the problem.
View detailsIn my previous role as [Your Previous Role] at [Your Previous Company], I gained valuable experience in [List 2-3 key skills/responsibilities]. For example, I [Describe a specific achievement that demonstrates a relevant skill and ideally quantify it].
View details“ Mr Perfect was developed out of circumstance more than anything else due to having a limited budget. So I made use of the rich, cultural heritage of Manchester and explored the buildings such as the town hall and John Rylands Library to create the film.
View detailsI want to study nursing and childcare so I’m looking for a suitable college for me.” Student George Peets, from Berkeley, said: “Ideally, I want to be a professional rugby player, but I'd also love a career in sports medicine or physiotherapy.”
View detailsAs one of the 60 finalists, Georgia has been busy putting the finishing touches to her design and getting ready for the competition. “I always wanted to do textiles,” she said. “I enjoyed doing the fashion units on my course last year and really want to work in the industry.
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