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View detailsHow to apply Apply online - Apply with us via our Apply Portal and we'll respond within 48 hours Interview & assessment - You may need to attend an interview and complete a short skills assessment to find the right level for you Get your decision fast - Receive your outcome and enrolment steps via email and the Apply Portal We're here to help - If a course isn't right, we'll find you a better match for your goals Enrolment - Once you've received your offer, you can enrol - find out more here . Want to study at degree level? Visit our higher education partner UCEN Manchester and explore their range of courses starting in January. Financial support There are a number of ways you can fund your course, such as: Adult Skills Fund - For those aged 19-23 without an existing Level 2 or Level 3 qualification Advanced Learner Loan - For learners aged 19+ studying Level 3 or Level 4 courses 19+ Access to Industry Award - For those aged 19-23 seeking their first Level 3 qualification, with additional childcare and travel support available.
View detailsOwner of The Cambridge Dog Lodge, Georgia Cambridge, said: “It was an amazing opportunity to be there and meet everyone, representing my sector of the animal care industry. I especially like the animal care course and facilities and how positive the college is.” Vicky Cook, Research and Student Liaison Officer at Blackpool Zoo, added: “I think the best thing is being able to meet the students face-to-face so you’re able to build up a network, in the hope that you’ll see those faces again in the future when they’re applying for jobs and looking for careers.”
View detailsYOUR Personal Training Co-owner and Directory James Lorey said: “YOUR Personal Training remains dedicated to finding world-class talent to join our sector and recognise that partnering with leading institutions is vital for talent identification. "The health and fitness industry thrives on passionate and skilled professionals, and we are proud to collaborate with The Manchester College to offer incredible career opportunities to their graduates.
View detailsAccess to this equipment will enable students to work with the latest technology being used in the sector as the automotive industry continues its transition towards electrification. Principal of The Manchester College Rachel Curry commented: “We’re incredibly grateful to Stellantis for this generous donation and for their continued commitment to ensuring that our students gain the technical, industry-relevant skills that will prepare them for future employment.
View detailsOne look at the number of cranes dotted across the Manchester skyline will tell you that the construction sector is booming in this city. There’s huge demand for highly skilled tradespeople, from architects to joiners and plumbers, and no better place to learn your new trade than at The Manchester College.
View detailsOver 350 entries were submitted and more than 100 competitors from as far as Northern Ireland visited the College’s Northenden campus to compete in six categories including body art, fashion and photographic, and nail art. WorldSkills UK brings together apprentices and young people from across the UK to compete in their chosen skill, firstly in national competitions and then as Team UK in international skills competitions held every two years.
View detailsThe students deserve a pat on the back for their efforts. I have visited The Christie before, spoken with patients and their families and seen first-hand the brilliant care they receive. It’s a pleasure to get involved.”
View detailsAfter being contacted by Gaming tutor Ben Elson, Elliott and Luke visited the College in February to work with Level 3 students, giving them real workflows for the game’s development. Some of the students’ work is featured in the trailer and will feature in the game when it’s fully released.
View details“I’ve taken part in new things, such helping with parent and student visits and healthy eating festivals, which has helped me to build my skills. “The classes were always interesting and the support I’ve had from achievement tutor Lisa O’Brien and Director of Curriculum Tom McCaskill-Baxter has been amazing.
View detailsThe Manchester Colleges Performing Arts Patron and Coronation Street actress Sally Carman, visited Level 3, Extended Diploma Acting students at Shena Simon campus this week to work on technique and provide them with industry insight.
View detailsThe #didyouknow takeover weeks launched in spectacular style with a visit from Coronation Street star and Shena Simon alumni Brooke Vincent , who toured her former campus during #PerformingArts week and gave industry advice to current students.
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