The training centre is an initiative of the UCKG HelpCentre. It was established to help people in the community gain support with career advice, to gain or improve their qualifications which could lead to further education or employment.
The training centre has been established for over 11 years and the projects are funded by Local councils, LDA , LSC to provide FREE Quality training for the community with Free crèche facilities provided.
We have a great team who are warm and welcoming and are able to advise you on your training career. We have a good record of people who have achieved a positive progression in their personal goals. We invite you to come and have a personal one to one with one of our qualified advisors. If you don’t meet the requirements for our funded training you can still receive the same quality course privately just ask for further details or we will refer you to the appropriate organisation.
At our centres you will receive help in making the next step to a better life. Do not worry about what you have just come in and get what you need to get where you want.
UK Online Course
UK Online: ‘A Start to a Brighter Future’
contents :
Online Training is a proven, flexible way for you to take training courses at a time and place that suits you.
UK Online Course aims to address the barriers to the computers, the Internet and new technology by providing an online learning course, administered by professional qualified staff, for all ability and levels, ranging from beginners, intermediate to advance, age from 16 plus.
The UTC course covers:
Understanding computers
Using the Internet
Understanding Public Services
Emailing
Digital Photography
Mobile Phones Understanding eBay
Understanding Social Networking
Understanding Online Banking
Understanding Online Music
Photoshop - Design using images and graphics.
Web Design - Learn how to create a website.
These creative design courses are for people who have an interest in using specialist programs to create images or websites.
The course is currently available at the following Centres:
NVQs are nationally recognised qualifications which accredit occupational standards. They are designed to measure and award high levels of competencein a
professional role, with assessments carried out in the workplace. We work with you to ensure minimal impact on the working day, delivering the training at a
time and place to suit you. Here at Newcastle College, we offer NVQs in a wide range of subjects and courses. To search our NVQs simply select your sector
from the drop down box above.
Where it can lead?
Completing an NVQ can lead to further training at the next NVQ level. You could go all the way to a level 5 NVQ and/or professional qualifications, usually in a related area.
If you've studied an NVQ at level 3, you could also go on to a higher education course in a related vocational area, such as a:
Higher National Certificate
Higher National Diploma
Foundation Degree
Other vocational specialism
Higher National Certificates and Higher National Diplomas
Foundation Degrees
Bachelors Degrees
NVQ in Health & Social Care Level 2/3
NVQ in Health and Social Care are for those already working in care and who want to gain a qualification to improve their standards and further their knowledge in their working environment.
To gain a NVQ in care you will be assessed in your normal work setting performing familiar tasks to the required standards, having gained underpinning
knowledge through our workshops.
Level 2 will be suitable for you if you report to and take instructions from a boss or supervisor. Your job role will have some responsibility and may require you to work as part of a team.
At Level 2 you’ll develop a clear understanding of your specific role and responsibilities and you’ll be shown how you can help to create a safe, healthy environment for yourself and those you care for. The courses also cover equality, discrimination and stereotyping and you’ll see the day-to-day problems caused by prejudice within a care environment.
Level 3 will be suitable for you if you use your knowledge and skills to carry out a broad range of complex work activities. You job role will have considerable autonomy or responsibility, and often require you to manage or train others.
At Level 3 you can cover everything from communicating using the latest assistive technologies to managing confidential information in line with Data Protection legislation, from acting appropriately if abuse is suspected to administering and storing medicines safely.
The Benefits of an NVQ in Health and Social Care: An NVQ in Health and Social Care lets you show your current employer – and any future employer that you have reached a recognised, national standard in social care at work.
The NVQ learning programme lets you fill any skills gaps you have quickly and easily while you work.
The qualification is flexible. You choose which skills you need to develop to help you in your own particular job and then. The qualification helps you to improve your Health and Social Care skills so that you become more effective and efficient follow a tailor-made programme that meets your individual needs.
NVQ in ITQ (Information Technology)NVQ Level 2 /3 – ITQ
ITQ is a nationally-recognised programme, designed by employers to meet the needs of today's businesses. It is tailor-made for you, taking into account all your
existing IT skills and any qualifications you may already have, such as the European Computer Driving Licence, CLAiT Plus, New CLAiT or Microsoft Office
Specialist.
By achieving ITQ you will be looking to acquire IT skills so that you can do your job more effectively and productively. There is a wide choice of units to choose from the office based applications such as wordprocessing, spreadsheets, email, mailmerge and much more. By doing this programme you will be showing your
employer that you are serious about your work and that you are a person that they can invest in.
Who is it for?
This ITQ is for those who have mastered the basics of packages such as Word and Excel and are keen to develop skills in more specialist tasks.
These programmes covers skills such as editing photos, creating a monthly budget and using databases, to help you build on your knowledge and get the most
from your office systems.
These programmes are designed for all IT users in any job role, not more technical users working in IT departments.
What is it about?
It's about extending your knowledge and discovering how much you can automate and streamline using IT software.
As well as the essential word processing, spreadsheet and presentation packages you'll look at use of the internet,
internal intranets, basic IT maintenance and trouble-shooting and the essentials of IT security.
On completion you'll be equipped with a sound knowledge of best-practice IT use and ways to use IT to maximise efficiency in your role.
The benefits of the ITQ:
ITQ lets you show your current employer – or any future employer – that you have reached a recognised, national standard in IT.
ITQ is a great way to make sure your IT skills are up to date with recent steps forward in IT.
ITQ will help you to improve your IT skills and use IT more effectively in your home or workplace.
ITQ lets you fill any gaps you may have in your IT skills quickly and easily.
ITQ is flexible. We’ll work out, with you, any skills which you need to develop and then shape your qualification to meet your individual needs.
Any experience and previous IT qualifications you have, may count towards an ITQ which would mean you could get the qualification much quicker than
if you were starting from scratch.
Reach us:
Postal address
Rainbow Theatre
Finsbury Park 232
Seven Sisters Road
London N4 3NX
Centres
Catford 1 Bromley Road
London SE6 2TS
Croydon 12-14 London Road
CR0 2TA
Edmonton 6 Sterling Way
1st Floor (above LIDL)
N18 2XZ
Kilburn 234 Kilburn High Road
London NW6 4JR
Peckham (currently under construction)
176 Rye Lane
London SE15 4NF
Telephone number: 020 7686 6013
ESOL Course
English for Speakers of Other Language
ESOL courses are designed for people resident or settled in the UK and for whom English is not their first language. They are available at all levels,
from pre-entry (absolute beginners) to entry level 3 (advanced). Their aim is to develop your speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and study skills so that you can cope with everyday life in the UK, progress to a vocational or academic course and improve your employment prospects.
Your tutor will support you throughout your course, monitor and assess your progress and prepare you for a nationally recognised qualification in ESOL.
Progression opportunities.
Course duration: 12 weeks
Private Classes in ESOL are also available.
This service is for those in full time employment or overseas students, who wants to enhance their skills to further their educational or career opportunity.
The course leads to certification.
ESOL Topics
Grammar
About.com English as a Second Language - Offers original articles and features about English as a second language, plus annotated links to selected relevant internet resources compiled by a subject specialist, a subject-specific bulletin board and information about related news and events.
Topics include bilingual education, computer-assisted language learning, ESL software, grammar, pronunciation, reference sources and teacher training.
Basic Cozy English Grammar Course - Exceptionally well-produced film series to assist all students with the logic of understanding grammar English at Home An English grammar guide for native and non-native speakers.
English Club - Contains lessons in grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary as well as tasks in English speaking, listening, reading and writing.
English Zone - Designed to help students with their writing and research. Contains practice exercises for grammar, vocabulary, spelling and conversation.
ESL Discussion Center - Get a teachers' help 24 hours a day on grammar and other ESL-related questions.
Grammar - This site is for EGGs (Enlightened Grammar Geeks) and has lots of comments and articles about grammar as well as links to other useful sites.
Internet Grammar of English - An online course in English grammar written primarily for university undergraduates. It should be useful to everyone who is interested in the English language. Does not assume any prior knowledge of grammar.
Lydbury English Centre - English grammar clinic. Business and professional training in English is just one of the programs offered.
Online English Grammar by Anthony Hughes - A thorough writing guide, this website describes correct English grammar.
Self-study Quizzes - Contains quizzes, practice of grammar, homonyms, phrasal verbs, vocabulary and many more.
reach us
postal address:
Rainbow Theatre
Finsbury Park
232 Seven Sisters Road
London N4 3NX
Centres: Catford 1 Bromley Road
London
SE6 2TS
Croydon 12-14 London Road
CR0 2TA
Edmonton 6 Sterling Way
1st Floor (above LIDL)
N18 2XZ
Kilburn 234 Kilburn High Road
London
NW6 4JR
Peckham (currently under construction)
176 Rye Lane
London SE15 4NF
telephone number: 020 7686 6013
Photoshop and Web Design Course
The Photoshop and Web Design course is currently running in two levels, either level is beginner friendly;
Introductory level and non accredited:
· This gives you necessary basic knowledge of Photoshop.
· You will learn how to use the essential applications of Photoshop.
· You will gain enough knowledge to then progress and develop more understanding of Photoshop through self learning.
· This course is on set Saturday of each month from 10am to 4pm (One hour break)
· Course cost: £65
Fees must be paid before the start of the course, to guarantee a place a Minimum Deposit: of £45 is required.
Accredited Level:
· You will learn in detail: Design using images and graphics
· You will learn how to use the entirety of Photoshop software
· You will learn how to use specialist programs · You will receive an official certificate upon completion of the course
· This course will run on Thursdays 10am to 4pm (One hour break) for three weeks.
· For dates on the next course please call us.
· Course cost: £110
Fees must be paid before starting the course, to guarantee a place a Minimum Deposit: £65
Please contact us on 02076866013 to confirm your interest in this course.
I would advise you to contact us as soon as possible as these are popular courses and we are registering clients on a first come first serve basis.
As the course dates and times can be tentative, please call to confirm information specific to your chosen course.
ESOL For Citizenship
The service provides a recognised, accredited course from City and Guild or Cambridge awarding body for those seeking to develop their speaking and listening or reading and writing skills. This course is targeted at people who are unable to write the citizenship test due to their level or spoken and written English.
ESOL is taught using citizenship materials improve their job opportunity.
Why has the test been introduced?
Becoming a British citizen or deciding to settle permanently in this country is an important event in your life. If you are applying for naturalisation as a British citizen or for indefinite leave to remain, you will need to show that you know about life in the UK. If you live in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland,
you can do this in two ways: by taking the Life in the UK Test or by taking combined English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and citizenship classes.
Who has to take the test?
You should take the test if you are applying for naturalisation as a British citizen or indefinite leave to remain (settlement) and your level of English is ESOL Entry 3 or above (or, in Scotland, Intermediate Level 1 or above). If your level of English is lower than ESOL Entry 3 (or lower than Intermediate Level 1 in Scotland)
and you wish to apply for naturalisation or indefinite leave to remain, you will need to attend combined English language (ESOL) and citizenship classes instead.
Most local further education or community colleges run these courses.
What are ESOL and citizenship classes?
ESOL and citizenship classes help you to improve your English and learn more about life in the UK. You can take these classes at your local UTC Training Centre.
Is the test only available in English?
The test is offered routinely in English. However, if you are taking the test in a centre based in Wales you may request to take a test in the Welsh language, or if taking the test in Scotland you may request to take the test in Scottish Gaelic. You can get further details from your test centre.
When do I take the test? You should take the test before you apply for naturalisation as a British citizen or before you apply for indefinite leave to remain,
provided you meet all the other requirements.
For more information on how to apply for naturalisation as a British citizen or on how to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain visit the Home Office web site.
You can also ring one of the Helplines: · For more information about British citizenship (naturalisation) applications ring: 0845 010 5200
· For more information about indefinite leave to remain (settlement) applications ring: 0870 606 7766
Where can I find out more information about the test?
This 'About the test' section of the website is designed to provide you with all the information you need about taking the test.
If after reading this section you still have some questions, you can contact the Life in the UK Test Helpline on 0800 0154245 for more help.
The course is currently available at the following Centres:
Catford:
Weekend ~ 9am – 5pm Course duration: This course is an intense weekend course.
IT Training (New CLAIT)
Your UTC Training Centre provides a wide range of IT courses.
You can train from beginner to expert, in the comfort of your home or work place, in a wide range of subjects, including programs such as Microsoft, SAP, Oracle, Cisco, MCSE and many more.
There is an accredited certificate at the end of the course.
What will I learn? Our courses will give you the skills and confidence you need to use computers and software packages., support is available whenever you need it - either online,
on the phone or in one of our centres, so there's always someone to help if you need it.
We've already helped thousands of learners to achieve their goals across the world. Find out more today.
• Word processing and file management – (Unit 1) This course provides an excellent introduction to the home and small-business computer, running Office
software. The topics include; creating and formatting many different types of documents and managing and storing the work effectively.
• Spreadsheet and Graphs – (Unit 2) In this unit learners will learn how to create, edit, format and print simple spreadsheets containing text, numbers and calculations using Microsoft Excel 2003.
They will also produce bar, pie and line charts from the data and format them as required. Study is undertaken from a self teach workbook with tutor assistance on hand at all times.
Learners successfully passing this unit will be able to:
• Identify and use spreadsheet and graph software correctly.
• Use an input device to enter and edit data accurately.
• Insert, replicate and format arithmetical formula.
• Use common numerical formatting and alignment.
• Manage and print spreadsheet documents and graph and chart documents.
• Produce pie charts, line graphs and bar/column charts.
• Select and present single and comparative sets of data.
• Set numerical parameters and format data.
• Databases – (Unit 3).
Databases are an essential part of organising and storing data - and knowing how to create and manage them can be a great advantage. Use them to keep records and contacts and build your data within a clear structure, at home, or for your business.
This course introduces you to the world of SQL database engines, and MySQL in particular - the component parts of the SQL system and how they interact.
We study the SQL language (learning the MySQL flavour) and how it's used from PHP, Perl, Python and Java. We study administration of MySQL including user
account and security controls, and we study database design so that you'll be putting together well thought-out, maintainable, expandible databases when you've concluded this course.
The modules lead to an accredited certificate from OCR awarding body. The course develops clients to Level 1.
Course duration: 12 weeks
The course is currently available at the following Centres:
Private Classes in Clait and CLAIT Plus
This service is for those in full time employment or overseas students, who wants to enhance their skills to further their educational or career opportunity.
The course leads to certification.
