The Government pledges to invest in the infrastructure and resources of colleges; in return colleges must comply with the statutory career obligations and requirements, and states that colleges “should continue to make every effort to improve their performance against the Gatsby Benchmarks”. This is why it is still crucial that all those working within colleges understand the relevance of the Benchmarks are and how all their work contributes to a successful and meaningful careers programme.
View detailsOur facilities include: Industry‑standard mock nursery, early years setting and fully equipped baby room State‑of‑the‑art sensory room Modern teaching spaces designed to support practical early years training Specialist resources that simulate real childcare and learning environments.
View detailsWhichever course and whatever level you're studying at, you’ll be learning in modern technology suites. Each of them is packed with state-of-the-art equipment and industry-standard software, meaning you’ll be able to explore multiple IT operating systems and a variety of network and server set-ups.
View details*As per the latest Government National Achievement Rates Tables (NARTs) 3 reasons to study Health and Social Care with usRealistic settings Learn in our mock hospital suites with the latest technology such as SimMan 3G+ mannequins Expert tutors Learn from industry experts in nursing, social work, midwifery, mental health and more Real placements Gain experience in hospitals, care homes, pharmacies, schools and community care Available coursesWhere you'll learn When you enrol on one of our Health and Social Care courses, you’ll benefit from our state-of-the-art facilities at our Openshaw, Harpurhey and Wythenshawe campuses. Our Health and Social Care courses for 16-18 are offered at our Openshaw Campus and for 19+ at our Harpurhey and Wythenshawe Campuses, except for Counselling, which is also offered at City Campus Manchester.
View detailsTypes of SMART Targets and how they will be set The three main areas in which targets will be set for you are as follows: Academic: some targets will be about how you can improve your course work so that you can improve your prospects of academic achievement (e.g. how to get a better grade) Essential Skills: some targets will relate to the development of your English, maths, or digital literacy skills The Deal : The Deal is an agreement between you and the college about your attitude to learning and the development of skills for employment. Some targets may relate to improving your performance in this area (e.g. attendance, time management, behaviour) Breakdown of the different types of SMART Targets Academic SMART Targets Usually, these will be generated by the feedback you receive on any coursework.
View detailsOur Courses We offer adult and professional courses in a huge range of subject areas: Automotive Business and Professional Computing and Digital Construction and Engineering Education and Early Years ESOL, English and Maths Foundation Learning Hair, Beauty and Make-up Health and Social Care Hospitality and Catering Logistics Music Sport Supported Learning Teacher Education Visual Arts Financial Support Finances and tuition fees don't need to be a barrier to learning or your success - we are here to support you.
View detailsYou can get up to £9,535 if the subject is partly practical, including science, engineering, subjects allied to medicine or the creative and performing arts. The loan is available for courses that start on or after 31 August 2025. Maintenance Loan You can apply for a Maintenance Loan to help pay for your living costs such as books and rent.
View detailsSupporting employee education ensures your team keeps up with new technologies, regulations, and industry trends. That leads to sharper performance and better results. It’s a long-term investment that pays off at every level, from the individual, to the business, to society as a whole.
View detailsStudents receive an overall grade, ranging from a Pass to a Distinction*. This grade reflects their performance in both the theoretical and practical aspects of the course. A Distinction* is the highest grade you can get and is equivalent to three A*s at A-level in terms of UCAS points.
View detailsIt runs in parallel to the Disciplinary procedure. Based on a student’s attendance performance, a Attendance Management (AM) escalation and de-escalation process will be activated AM1, AM2, AM3 and a Contract will be agreed with the student.
View detailsPurpose-built facilities include custom-designed reptile and small animal care rooms, state-of-the-art outdoor animal pens, and specialist spaces developed to replicate real industry environments. You can find out more on our animal care facilities page .
View detailsAt The Manchester College, our students regularly get the opportunity to work on exciting placements and projects. Recently, our Visual Arts students set up a pop-up shop working with the Manchester Craft and Design Centre. How The Manchester College helps you develop essential employability skills We are committed to making sure every student is ready for the modern world of work.
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