“What we chose to do today was a pan-roasted pork chop,” Sam said, “It’s all about the technique. Dealing with the protein isn’t the easiest thing to do when it comes in like that but they’ve done really well, they should be proud of themselves.
View detailsChildhood Studies Course Leader Nicola Dillon, who co-organised the event, commented: "It's important we support students with career progression and job opportunities so they are aware of all the avenues they can explore. "It was great to have guest speakers from the industry come in to help students with professional development, share their knowledge and prepare students for working in the sector".
View detailsOur students also served a delicious buffet that they prepared themselves. The event was a wonderful opportunity for them to put all the skills learned on their study programmes into practice, while engaging directly with members of the local community. Residents, carers, staff and students spent time chatting, sharing stories and learning from one another, with one guest giving our students a quickfire chess lesson!
View detailsMaria Foran, Assistant Principal How to get to campus Our City Campus Manchester is located on Great Ducie Street, just across the road from the AO Arena (formerly MEN Arena) and close to all the major transport hubs including Manchester Victoria, Shudehill Station, Piccadilly Bus and Train Stations and the major bus and Metrolink routes into the City centre.
View detailsSupporting Our Students The Manchester College is committed to ensuring all our students receive the support they may need to achieve and enjoy college. We do this in a number of different ways. Supporting Our Students Student Experience Support Team The college Safeguarding Practitioners are based on every campus and are there to support learners through their time at college.
View detailsThe dates for January 2026 enrolment are: Openshaw campus, 10am - 1pm Wednesday 14 January 2026 Wednesday 21 January 2026 Wednesday 28 January 2026 Wednesday 4 February 2026 All other campuses, 10am - 1pm Monday 12 January 2026 Monday 19 January 2026 Monday 26 January 2026 Monday 2 February 2026 *Last appointment for any walk in enrolments is 1 hour before enrolment closes each day.
View detailsThe Manchester College is committed to ensuring all our students receive the support they may need to achieve and enjoy college. We do this in a number of different ways including: Student Experience Support Team Careers Employability & Welfare Pastoral Support Officers Supported Learning We also offer a bespoke transition service to new applicants with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP), accessibility or medical need.
View detailsHow to make the most of your summer during a pandemic - As we all adjust to a ‘new normal’ over the coming months, there are three key aspects that will play a vital role in ‘Building Back Better’.
View detailsThis is also important, as quite often these people may not want you there. You need to be able to communicate and engage with people from all social and economic backgrounds, being aware of diversity and equality. You also need a high level of resilience as you would often be working alone, dealing with scenes of crimes in all forms.
View detailsThis is supported by the Chartered Institute of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), who report that since 2019, the demand for jobs across all sectors of the Sport and Physical Activity sector has increased by 98%. The course you are currently studying will impact the level of course you could study at university.
View detailsBuilding trust with families: working closely with parents and carers is a vital part of the job, and it takes time and communication skills to build strong, supportive relationships. These challenges are all part of what makes early years practice meaningful. Helping a child learn to share, speak confidently, or tie their shoes is one of the most satisfying parts of the job.
View detailsThe same is true of any activity involving a team; prepare as much as you can for tasks and projects and find out in advance what will be expected of you. This preparedness is all part of cultivating a professional image and attitude and will stand you in good stead in class, as well as on a work experience placement.
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