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HELPING YOU SUCCEED
ENHANCEYOUR
BOOSTYOUR
CAREERPROSPECTS
EARNINGPOTENTIAL
HAVEALITTLEMORE
‘me time’
GET QUALIFIED
BOOST YOUR CV
CHANGE YOUR CAREER
EARN MORE
BE FINANCIALLY SECURE
SUPPLEMENT YOUR INCOME
MEET NEW PEOPLE
LEARN A NEW SKILL
EARN EXTRA MONEY
We have a great range of courses to help you
get qualified, enhance your prospects and
enjoy some ‘me time’. You’ll have access to our
professional facilities and the advice and support
you need to achieve your goals. Whether you
want to learn, qualify or relax, invest in yourself
and see great rewards in the future.
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The College
2 Reach your full potential
4 Do something you love
6 Enhance your prospects
8 How to enrol
10 Financial support
12 Watford campus
14 Kings Langley campus
16 Dacorum campus
18 Here for you, here for your business
Course directory
20 Accounting and book-keeping
22 Alcohol licensing and
door supervision
24 Art and design
26 Business and management
31 Business and management
short courses
34 Care and early years
36 Counselling
40 Crafts
43 Creative writing
44 DIY
46 Electrical installation and plumbing
48 English and maths
50 ESOL – English for Speakers
of Other Languages
52 Floristry
54 Foundation studies
56 Hairdressing and beauty therapy
58 Health and safety
60 Hospitality and catering
64 Information technology
70 Interior design
72 Photography
74 Sign language
76 Sport and fitness
77 Teaching and training
80 Apprenticeship courses
Take it higher
84 Higher Education courses
Support and information
88 Opening doors for employment
90 Come and see us
92 Fair treatment, support
and success for all
94 Terms and conditions
95 Booking form
Look out for
this symbol
throughout
this guide to find
our taster sessions
Alternative formats
For people with disabilities, the information in this prospectus is
available in alternative formats. For example, we can provide course
details in MS Word and Excel formats. Braille can also be arranged.
Please email your request to access@westherts.ac.uk
or call 01923 812345.

It all started with
the College course.
Now I’m running
my own business”“
DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT
Shane was creating balloon art at parties
when someone suggested he try his hand at
floristry.
“I signed up at College to try a new hobby
and now that hobby has become my full-
time career. Someone suggested I try the
beginners’ floristry course. I enjoyed that
so much I enrolled on the wedding floristry
course and now I run my own business.
“The courses helped me get started and get
a job in the industry so I could continue to
learn my trade. I loved the rewarding feeling
of learning all the time and the courses taught
me something new each week.”
Shane tried something new and enjoyed it
enough to turn it into a successful business.
Shane was able to:
Shane Maple
Floristry for beginners
REACHYOURFULL
POTENTIAL
Try something
new
Change
his career
Earn an
income
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I wanted to develop my
passion for exercise into
a part-time role to keep
me busy after I retired”“ With the end of her career with the NHS
in sight, Maureen was determined to start
afresh in a career that focussed on her love
of exercise and fitness.
“I recently completed the Level 2 Certificate in
fitness instructing with the aim of getting myself
started in a new industry. I was approaching
retirement from a demanding role and felt
I needed a new set of goals, I knew a new
qualification would help me get started.
“I chose the Active IQ fitness instructing
qualification and took up part-time work at a
local women-only gym, which I loved. I’ve really
got the bug now – my sights are firmly set on
completing the Level 3 course as soon as I can.”
Maureen got the qualification she needed and is
now enjoying a new career.
Maureen Hemley
Active IQ Certificate
in fitness instructing
Start a new
career
Supplement her
income
Learn more
about her hobby
Maureen was able to:
DOSOMETHING
you love
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This was a wonderful
opportunity that has
led me towards a
career where I can
grow and progress”
“ ENHANCEYOUR
PROSPECTS
Eleanor was seeking employment and
after finding the right course, she found
her new career.
“There were some apprenticeship vacancies
coming up at a local council so I spoke to
the College and soon completed three short
courses designed to prepare me for the role.
From there I secured a week’s training at
the council, working across lots of different
departments.
“I worked hard and got the full-time role
at the Council as well as progressing
on to a Level 2 Business Administration
apprenticeship at the College.”
Eleanor’s thriving in her new role and her
team recently won a Hertfordshire Adult
Learner Award.
Eleanor Di Blasio
Business administration
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Eleanor was able to:
Get
qualified
Earn whilst
she learnt
Meet new
people
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For courses starting in autumn 2014 we have enrolment days in August
and September. Lots of courses also start throughout the year and for
many of these you can enrol at any time by phone, post, online or by
visiting us.
For advice, guidance and to enrol on your chosen course, call our course enquiry line
on 01923 812345, or come along to one of our public enrolment sessions.
How to enrol
Enrolment codes
You have a choice of enrolment
methods. To find out how to
enrol on your course look for
the symbol in the ‘How to Enrol’
column of the course listings.
Online:
Enrol and pay online for
many of our courses.
Simply visit our website.
In person:
Visit your nearest West
Herts College campus to
enrol at any time. For our
locations see page 90.
By phone:
Enrol over the phone and
pay by credit card. If you
prefer to pay by cash,
please drop into your
nearest campus.
By post:
Complete the booking
form at the back of this
prospectus and send it to
us with your card details.
Application form:
Apply online or call
our enquiry team on
01923 812345 to request
an application form.
Subject to you meeting course
entry requirements you may be
invited to enrol at one of our
public enrolment sessions. For
courses starting after September
please call our enquiry team for
more information.
Our funding partners
New - online booking
Did you know that now you can book and pay for many
courses online?
Just look out for this symbol, go to westherts.ac.uk
and book your course.
General enrolment sessions 2014
Watford and Dacorum campuses
Tuesday 19 August
2pm to 8pm
Wednesday 20 August
2pm to 8pm
Saturday 30 August
10am to 3pm
Saturday 6 September
10am to 3pm
Special enrolment sessions 2014
Apply, be interviewed and enrol all in one go at this dedicated
enrolment day. Please note applications will be processed on
a first come, first served basis.
Due to popularity and high demand there will be dedicated
enrolment sessions for the following courses:
Tuesday 12 August
Hairdressing and
beauty therapy
10am to 4pm
Watford campus
Plumbing and
electrical installation
9.30am to 6.30pm
Kings Langley campus
Thursday 14 August
24+ loan special enrolment and advice session
2pm to 7pm
Watford campus
Don’t miss out!
Put our special
enrolment dates
in your diary now.
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Financial support
Am I eligible?
To be eligible for the loan, you
must be:
• Aged 24 or older on the first
day of your course (there’s
no upper age limit)
• Living in the UK on the
first day of your course
and for a minimum of
three years before
• Starting your course
between 1 August 2013
and 31 July 2015
• Studying a level 3 or 4
publicly-funded qualification
How much can I
apply for?
The amount of loan you receive
depends on:
• Your course
• How much the fees are
• The maximum set by
the government
The minimum loan you will be
entitled to is £300. You don’t
have to borrow the full cost of
your course fee – you can pay
for some of it yourself if you
would prefer.
You may also be eligible for
support towards your travel,
childcare and other course
costs. Contact our Student
Support team for more
information.
How can I apply?
You can apply online or by post.
If your course has already
started, don’t worry, you can still
apply before it finishes. The loan
covers the cost of your tuition, so
you won’t have to pay for your
tuition upfront – however, there
may be other costs involved with
your course that you may need
to pay at the start of your course.
An application form and more
information on 24+ Advanced
Learning Loans can be found at
www.gov.uk/advanced-learning-
loans/overview
You must submit your
application form to Student
Finance England.
For help or advice with
completing your application form
please contact Student Support.
Financial support
Colleges are given extra money from the
government to support their students. If you
are in need of financial support or in receipt of a
qualifying benefit, you may be eligible for help
towards the cost of your course, kit, equipment,
trips, childcare and travel.
24+ Advanced Learning Loans
If you’re 24 and older, you can now apply for a new Advanced
Learning Loan from the Government to help with the cost of your
course at college.
Free tuition for Level 2 and
3 courses
You could be eligible for free tuition on your
course, if you:
• Are 19 to 23 years old
• Do not have a full level 2 qualification, that is
five GCSEs grades A–C or equivalent, and you
are applying for a Level 2 course
• Do not have a full level 3 qualification, that
is two A levels or equivalent, and you are
applying for a Level 3 course.
Please refer to the course listings to see if your
course is eligible.
Advice and guidance
To find out more about what courses are
eligible for 24+ loans or free tuition and
for impartial advice and guidance, call our
Student Support team on 01923 812575
or email heretohelp@westherts.ac.uk.
Need more help?
Call our enquiry
team for information
and advice on
01923 812345.
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WATFORDCAMPUS
Our campus is the perfect place to study and
socialise – it’s full to bursting with the latest
professional facilities.
Prepare for a professional future in our hair and beauty
salons, IT suites, training kitchens or ceramic studios.
You’ll also have the chance to relax, study and share
ideas in one of our breakout spaces.
OPENDAYs
of students would
recommend the
College to a friend.
95%
15 NOVEMBER
7 MARCH
AUTUMN 2014
SPRING 2015
1312

KINGSLANGLEYCAMPUS
Team up with the best around at our campus for
motor vehicle engineering, electrical installation and
plumbing. Get the skills to get on with
a professional trade.
To succeed in your trade you need training that’s bang up-
to-date. Get off to a great start with our professional tutors
and modern kit. From day one you will be hands on with our
inspection ramps, test panels and diagnostic equipment.
OPENDAYS
of employers rate the
College’s training as
up to speed with latest
industry practices.
92%
8 NOVEMBER
28 FEBRUARY
AUTUMN 2014
SPRING 2015
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DACORUMCAMPUS
Join us in Hemel and get the skills you need for
some of the most popular careers and hobbies
around – everything from DIY and professional
construction skills to floristry, counselling,
business and IT.
Learn from industry professionals and get equipped
to build your career. Our local know how will give you
a great start once you’re ready for the next step.
OPENDAYs
of students say that
their communication
skills have improved
during the course.
86%
8 NOVEMBER
28 FEBRUARY
AUTUMN 2014
SPRING 2015
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Watford campus is the perfect place to learn and
socialise, but you don’t need to be studying with us
to enjoy what we have to offer. Join us in our Street
for a meal, a haircut and a facial or just pop in for a
coffee – ready to go or served at your table.
HEREFORYOU
4,400
More than 4,400
customers were served
in our Restaurant from
September 2013 to
June 2014. Join us for
lunch or an evening
Our Watford campus is packed with modern kit,
professional facilities and great spaces – available for
hire to you and your business. Whether we’re talking
two or 200 people, we will work with you to provide the
best package to suit your budget and business needs.
HEREFORYOURBUSINESS
• 120-seat theatre and green room
• TV and video studio and suites
• Recording and band practice studios
• PC and Apple Mac design suites
• Art, design, ceramic and fashion studios
• Photography studios and darkroom
• Drama, fitness and dance studios
• Fully-stocked kitchens, including
a pastry kitchen
• Restaurant and Canteen
• Hair and beauty salons and spa
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There are 62 different hair and
beauty treatments available in our
Salon and spa – enjoy professional
hair and beauty treatments or
escape to the sanctuary of our
spa. Our students use the latest
SALON AND SPA
techniques and products under the watchful
eye of professional tutors.
For a list of treatments and prices visit
westherts.ac.uk
To book an appointment call the Salon on
01923 812270.
RESTAURANT AND CAFE
meal prepared by the chefs of the future. Led by
experienced tutors, our students use only fresh,
seasonal ingredients. Alternatively, just grab a
newspaper and enjoy a little bit of “me” time in
our Café.
For a reservation, call the Restaurant on
01923 812464.
LOCATION
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We’re just a 10 minute walk from
Watford Junction station (with
regular links to London Euston) and
only a 5 minute drive from the M1 and
M25. We also offer free car parking
on site.
WHAT’S AVAILABLE
HIRE OUR FACILITIES
GET IN TOUCH
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There are 53 professional and
creative spaces available for hire.
With modern kit and a fantastic
restaurant for lunch it is the perfect
place to host your clients, run your
weekly fitness class or record your
first music video.
We’re flexible, so talk to us whether you need
to hire our facilities for an hour, a day or a week.
To enquire please get in touch using one of the
methods below:
01923 275887
bookings@westherts.ac.uk
together.westherts.ac.uk
CALL
EMAIL
VISIT
Did you know you could hire the following?
1918
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Over 50 corporate, community
and charitable groups regularly
hire our facilities.

20 21For more information or to enrol, call us now on 01923 812345
How to enrol
Come in and book in person
Book over the phone
Complete the booking form and post it to us
Book online
Fill in an application form and
come in for an interview
For campus codes, see our
venue guide on page 90
Accounting and Book-keepingAccounting and Book-keeping
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
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time
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(£)
How to
enrol
AAT Certificate in accounting
Level 2
Are you working or looking to work
in the financial sector? This first level
professional accountancy qualification
provides you with the knowledge
you need to progress on to further
accountancy qualifications.
0051/14/1A WA 09/09/2014 Tues 9:00 17:00 34 1000
0051/14/1B WA 09/09/2014 Tues 13:30 21:30 34 1000
0051/14/1CA WA 09/09/2014 Tues
Wed
18:30 21:30 34 1000
0051/14/1CB WA 09/09/2014 Tues
Wed
18:30 21:30 34 1000
AAT Advanced Certificate
in accounting Level 3
Progress your financial career with this
next step in AAT qualifications. You
must have successfully completed the
AAT Certificate in Accounting. You can
progress on to the AAT Diploma.
0052/14/1B WA 09/09/2014 Tues
Wed
18:00 21:30 34 1300
0052/14/1A WA 10/09/2014 Wed 9:00 17:00 34 1300
0052/14/1C WA 10/09/2014 Wed 13:30 21:30 34 1300
AAT Diploma in accounting
Level 4
Students who have completed this
qualification often progress on to the
CIMA or ACCA courses. You must
have successfully completed your AAT
Advanced Certificate in Accounting
qualification to study at Diploma level.
0058/14/1B WA 10/09/2014 Wed
Thurs
18:00 21:30 34 1500
0058/14/1A WA 11/09/2014 Thurs 9:00 17:00 34 1500
IAB Award in manual
book-keeping Level 2
Improve your job prospects and career
progression in the accounting and book-
keeping field. This course is suitable for
the self-employed or as a foundation for
advanced studies in accounting.
8409/14/A WA 11/09/2014 Thurs 18:00 21:00 19 250
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
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date
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time
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time
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(£)
How to
enrol
IAB Award in computerised
book-keeping (SAGE
accounting) Level 2
Suitable for individuals with working
knowledge of manual book-keeping
who want to further their expertise in
computerised book keeping. You must
have successfully completed the Level
2 award or have prior knowledge of
accounting or book-keeping.
00401/14/B WA 05/03/2015 Thurs 18:30 21:30 11 250
Foundation Degree in
business with accounting
(part time)
Boost your career prospects with a part-
time degree. Focusing on finance and
accounting in a business organisation, this
course provides you with a stand-alone
qualification that you may be able to top
up to an Honours degree in Business or a
specialised finance route at the university.
*See page 86 for information on fees.
A0043/14/1A WA 15/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 33 *Industry-recognised qualifications to advance your career in accounting,
including entry-level courses for jobseekers and career changers.
Accounting and
book-keeping
£7bn
IS THE COMBINED WORTH OF
THE ACCOUNTING AND BOOK-
KEEPING INDUSTRY IN THE UK.
IBISWorld

How to enrol
Book over the phone
Book online
Alcohol Licensing and Door SupervisionAlcohol Licensing and Door Supervision
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Responsible alcohol retailing
Level 1
BIIAB Award
Designed for anyone who works on
licensed retail premises and may be
involved in the sale of alcohol, including
restaurant and bar staff, supermarket
cashiers and licensed shop cashiers.
0376/14/A WA 10/03/2015 Tues 9:30 16:30 1 65
Award for personal licence
holders Level 2
BIIAB Award
The retail sale of intoxicating drinks
cannot be undertaken without a Premises
Licence and a Personal Licence. This
course is designed for people who intend
to apply for their Personal Licence and
consequently need to demonstrate
awareness of their responsibilities as a
Personal Licence Holder. No formal entry
qualifications are required.
0694/14/A WA 11/03/2015 Wed 9:00 18:00 1 97
Award for upskilling door
supervisors Level 2
BIIAB Award
This course has been developed to meet
the mandatory Securty Industry Authority
(SIA) top-up training requirement for
Door Supervisors who undertook their
training prior to June 2010. On successful
completion of this qualification students
will be eligible to apply to renew their SIA
Door Supervisors licence.
0016/14/A WA 28/02/2015 Sat 9:00 18:00 1 62
Essential Government-approved qualifications for the pub and bar industry.
Alcohol
licensing and
door supervision
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Award in door supervision
Level 2
BIIAB Award
Boost your earning potential with a SIA
licence. This course enables you to apply
for a SIA licence, allowing you to work
as a security officer, key holder, event
worker or as a door supervisor. By law,
security staff are required to be over 18
years of age and must not have been
convicted of any serious or relevant
offences within the past five years.
2375/14/A WA 08/11/2014 Sat
Sun
9:00 17:00 2 180
51K
PUBS AND CLUBS IN
BRITAIN DEMAND BIIAB
QUALIFICATIONS.
BIIAB

How to enrol
Book over the phone
Book online
Art and DesignArt and Design
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
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date
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time
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time
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(£)
How to
enrol
Studio ceramics and pottery
Our open studio offers a well-equipped,
professional and supportive ceramics
studio to artists, ceramicists and novices
wishing to develop new skills or build on
their existing knowledge. Experienced
ceramics graduates have the opportunity
to set their own personal goals, while
those new to ceramics but with some
art experience can tailor workshops to
suit their ideas and development aims.
We have a working studio and separate
glazing room, equipped with three
electric kilns, a Raku kiln, a number of
pottery wheels, a slab roller and a spray
booth. This course is suitable for all
abilities and includes all material costs.
0365/14/A WA 24/09/2014 Wed 9:45 15:00 10 347
0352/14/B WA 26/09/2014 Fri 9:15 12:15 10 232
0352/14/A WA 26/09/2014 Fri 13:30 16:30 10 232
0365/14/B WA 07/01/2015 Wed 9:45 15:00 10 347
0352/14/D WA 09/01/2015 Fri 9:15 12:15 10 232
0352/14/C WA 09/01/2015 Fri 13:30 16:30 10 232
0365/14/C WA 22/04/2015 Wed 9:45 15:00 10 347
0352/14/F WA 24/04/2015 Fri 9:15 12:15 10 232
0352/14/E WA 24/04/2015 Fri 13:30 16:30 10 232
Studio ceramics and pottery
Two hour evening sessions.
0352/14/G WA 23/09/2014 Tues 19:15 21:15 10 179
0352/14/H WA 06/01/2015 Tues 19:15 21:15 10 179
0352/14/J WA 21/04/2015 Tues 19:15 21:15 10 179
Printmaking – all abilities
Ideal for beginners and experienced
printmakers. You will follow a range of
topics and learn new techniques through
group tuition and individual work. Some
drawing skills would be useful.
0354/14/A WA 25/09/2014 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 179
0354/14/B WA 08/01/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 179
0354/14/C WA 23/04/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 179
Introduction to
face painting
Face painting is fun for any occasion,
whether you’re painting faces at a
birthday party or preparing faces for
Halloween. Face painting can be a hobby
or a full-blown career for many talented
artists. Whatever your goals this one day
taster course will introduce you to the
basic techniques of face painting. It will
include shading and blending and basic
skin care, you will watch a demonstration
and then practice either on a facemask or
other members of the group.
7353/14/A DC 08/09/2014 Mon 10:00 13:00 1 25
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Learn to draw
This course is suitable for beginners
who wish to learn to draw. Classes
are designed to introduce a variety of
drawing experiences. Topics covered
may include still life, colour, people,
perspective, composition and landscape
using different drawing materials.
7051/14/A DC 23/09/2014 Tues 9:30 11:30 10 85
7051/14/B DC 13/01/2015 Tues 9:30 11:30 10 85
7051/14/C DC 21/04/2015 Tues 9:30 11:30 10 85
Learn to paint
Try out different painting mediums and
techniques while gaining experience
in tackling various subjects such as
landscapes, seascapes, still-life, people,
flowers and composition. For anyone
with an interest in painting, whether
total beginner or with some experience.
7196/14/A DC 23/09/2014 Tues 12:30 14:30 10 85
7196/14/B DC 13/01/2015 Tues 12:30 14:30 10 85
7196/14/C DC 21/04/2015 Tues 12:30 14:30 10 85
Drawing and painting
Suitable for beginners and those
with some knowledge of painting
and drawing. You will cover pencil,
watercolour, acrylic and pastel techniques
applied to a variety of subjects and will
have the opportunity to recap and extend
your skills.
7010/14/B DC 25/09/2014 Thurs 9:30 11:30 10 110
7010/14/A DC 25/09/2014 Thurs 12:30 14:30 10 110
7010/14/D DC 15/01/2015 Thurs 9:30 11:30 10 110
7010/14/C DC 15/01/2015 Thurs 12:30 14:30 10 110
7010/14/F DC 23/04/2015 Thurs 9:30 11:30 10 110
7010/14/E DC 23/04/2015 Thurs 12:30 14:30 10 110
Life drawing
Develop or extend key drawing skills such
as proportion, foreshortening, structure
and tone. You will have the opportunity
to work with a range of models and
poses within a purpose-built space.
7199/14/A WA 24/09/2014 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
7199/14/B WA 14/01/2015 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
7199/14/C WA 22/04/2015 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
Our studios cater for all abilities, as well as offering the opportunity
to take your studies further or produce commissioned work within
our fully-equipped facilities.
Art and design
10.6%OF ALL UK EXPORTS
ARE FROM THE
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES.
The CBI

How to enrol
Book over the phone
Book online
Business and ManagementBusiness and Management
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Award in Leadership and
team skills Level 2
This course will provide you with an
introduction to the skills needed when
leading teams. You will cover areas such
as self development, improving team
performance, planning and monitoring
work and encouraging innovation.
0065/14/1A WA † † † † † 306
CIPD Foundation diploma
in human resources practice
Level 3
This nationally recognised qualification in
personnel provides an excellent grounding
in human resource management. The
course is suitable for anyone working
as an HR assistant, HR administrator or
HR officer with a supporting role in key
aspects of this function.
2102/14/1A WA 09/09/2014 Tues 13:30 20:30 34 1275
Workplace coaching for
team leaders and first line
managers Level 3
VRQ Award
For team leaders and first line managers
responsible for passing on experience
and expertise to others, as well as
developing leadership capabilities. Over
four weeks you will take a highly practical
approach to using coaching as a business
improvement tool.
0059/14/A WA † † † † † 306
Certificate in management
Level 3
NVQ Certificate in management
Accredited through the Chartered
Management Institute, this qualification is
ideal for first line managers with a range
of responsibilities. You will develop a
range of magement skills and be assessed
in your workplace. Are you eligible for
free tutition on this course? See page 10.
0611/14/1A WA † † † † † 645
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enrol
ILM Award in leadership and
management skills Level 3
ILM Award
Designed to give practicing or aspiring
first line managers a solid foundation
for their role of leader in a business or
organisation. You will develop a range
of leadership and management skills,
both formally and through your own self-
directed efforts and reading around your
subject. You will be assessed and receive
regular feedback on your assignments.
2250/14/1A WA † † † † † 600
ILM Award in facilities
management Level 3
ILM Award
Designed to give practicing or aspiring
first line managers a solid foundation for
their role of leader in this key area. You
will develop a range of leadership and
management skills, both formally and
through your own self-directed efforts
and reading around your subject. You will
be assessed and receive regular feedback
on your assignments.
0068/14/1A WA 27/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 6 750
Diploma in management
Level 5
NVQ Diploma in management
Designed for middle managers with a
wide span of control and accountability
for performance. Accredited through
the Chartered Management Institute,
assessment in the workplace is primarily
by recorded professional discussion.
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CIPD Intermediate Diploma
in Human Resource
Management Level 5
CIPD Intermediate Diploma
This nationally recognised qualification
offers the perfect platform to further
develop your HR, LD or other
specialist knowledge after studying a
CIPD Foundation-level qualification.
Alternatively if you’re working in HR,
but have no professionally-recognised
HR qualifications, you can still choose
to study CIPD Intermediate level
qualifications. CIPD’s new Intermediate
level qualification will give you a broader
perspective of the organisational issues
facing HR professionals and enable you to
develop effective analytical and problem
solving skills.
2099/14/1A WA 09/09/2014 Tues 13:30 20:30 34 1500
Business and
management
Combine recognised qualifications in business and management
with essential professional development short courses.
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ILM Award in leadership and
management Level 5
ILM Award
Develop a deeper understanding of the
management role through exploring
the nature of middle management and
critically evaluating your own managerial
ability. You will also assess your own
leadership capability and performance by
looking at leadership styles within your
organisation, the commitment of your
teams and your own ability to motivate
teams to meet organisational goals.
0069/14/B WA 15/10/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 5 765
ILM certificate in coaching
and mentoring in
management Level 5
ILM Certificate
An introduction to the wide-ranging
responsibilities of middle management.
This course is highly practical in content
with focused inputs, stimulating
exercises and group activities, it provides
an excellent development opportunity
for new middle or senior managers as
well as those currently operating in
these roles without formal training. Step
by step you will explore and understand
the concepts of sound management
practice and develop and demonstrate
knowledge and skills in workplace
coaching and mentoring.
0061/14/1A DC † Mon 9:00 17:00 5 730
Diploma in management
Level 7
NVQ Diploma in management
Designed for senior managers with a high
degree of autonomy, this qualification
accredited through the Chartered
Management Institute will give you the
skills and confidence you need to deploy
resources and achieve strategic goals. You
will be assessed in your place of work.
0613/14/1A DC † Mon 9:00 17:00 45 2035
CIPD Advanced Diploma in
human resource management
Level 7
This qualification replaces the Professional
Development Scheme and can be
completed in two and a half years.
Ideal for aspiring HR practitioners, it will
develop an understanding of organisations
and the changing context of HR to
implement creative solutions that drive
performance. A primary route to CIPD
corporate membership and for those
aspiring to CIPD chartered membership.
2108/14/1A WA 11/09/2014 Thurs 13:30 20:30 36 1600
2108/14/2A WA 11/09/2014 Thurs 13:30 20:30 36 1400
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business (part time)
This University of Hertfordshire degree
programme is for people looking to take
their first career step into a management
position or those wishing to study a
general business course. This degree
focuses on developing the skills and
knowledge that employers value when
looking to recruit graduates. A range of
modules are covered to provide a broad
understanding of business practices in the
21st Century. On successful completion
of this course, you may be able to top-up
your degree to an Honours degree in
Business at university. *See page 86 for
information on fees.
B0043/14/1B WA 15/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 33 *
business with accounting
(part time)
This degree focuses on the main
aspects of finance and accounting in a
business or organisation. On successful
completion, you may be able to progress
on to an Honours degree in Business or a
specialised finance route at the University
of Hertfordshire. *See page 86 for
A0043/14/1A WA 15/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 33 *
business with HRM (part
time)
This pathway focuses on the main aspects
of business in an organisation in addition
to the legal and operational functions
of Human Resource Management.
You may be able to progress on to an
Honours degree in Business or take a
specialised HR course at the University
of Hertfordshire. *See page 86 for
H0043/14/1H WA 15/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 33 *
business with law (part time)
This pathway considers some of the main
legal issues a business or organisation
will face. On successful completion you
can study one more year to achieve
your Honours degree in Business or a
specialised route within the Business
School at the University of Hertfordshire.
L0043/14/1L WA 15/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 33 *

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business with marketing
(part time)
This pathway looks at the key areas when
undertaking marketing and promotional
work, especially taking into consideration
the use of social media. Top-up to
an Honours degree in Business or a
specialised route with one more year of
study at the University of Hertfordshire.
M0043/14/1M WA 15/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 33 *
business with information
systems (part time)
This pathway looks at the main systems
businesses or organisations require to
manage data to ensure their success.
You will use many of these systems
and consider how best they can be
implemented. On successful completion
of your course you can study one more
year to achieve your Honours degree in
Business or take a specialised IT route at
the University of Hertfordshire.
S0043/14/1S WA 15/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 33 *
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Assertiveness at work
Assertiveness – some people are born
with it, for the rest of us there are tips
and tools that can help us become more
confident in our dealings with others.
Learn effective strategies to avoid
unnecessary conflict, inspire confidence
and handle difficult situations.
0487/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
Better business writing
Good business writing makes things
clear, saves time and effort and makes
a powerful impression. We’ve adopted
the same approach to this one-day
course: you can expect a quick guide to
the essentials of writing effective emails,
formal letters or longer reports.
0486/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
Essential supervisory skills
A comprehensive introduction to the roles
and responsibilities of the supervisor.
Focusing on essential management
skills and how they enhance team
performance, this course acts as a
confidence booster, and as the basis
for further professional development.
0491/14/A WA † Mon
Tues
9:30 16:30 1 260
Increasing customer
satisfaction
This course should be called ‘increasing
customer delight’, but just achieving
‘satisfaction’ can be hard enough. Which
is why this programme spells out the
golden rules of customer care.
0492/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
Leading a customer
service team
It’s all about leadership skills: the ability
to communicate, motivate and set shared
goals. The focus is on understanding
service levels and promoting a positive
approach to meeting these goals.
0485/14/A WA † Mon
Tues
9:30 16:30 1 260
Managing people problems
People problems are often the biggest
challenge we face at work. Learn how to
deal with disruptive behaviour sensitively
to avoid making the situation worse, using
a range of scenarios showing you how to
manage the most common problems.
0489/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
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Presenting with confidence
The need to speak convincingly is
becoming an essential part of more
and more jobs. This course, which is
practical and hands-on, will help you gain
confidence and offers the skills and tips
to deliver highly effective presentations.
0494/14/A WA † Mon
Tues
9:30 16:30 1 260
Time management
Under pressure? Never enough time
to get your work done? This course
will help you take control of your day –
and unlearn the bad habits we can all
slip into. Learn how to prioritise, plan
intelligently and avoid staying late or
taking work home.
0493/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
Train the trainer for success
Planning and delivering are essential
for successful professional training.
Our train the trainer course addresses
these fundamentals, drawing on the
experience of delegates to keep the
two days focused and relevant. All the
essentials are covered: planning for a
positive delegate experience, adopting
(and adapting) training techniques, plus
growing in confidence by developing a
natural style of presentation.
0488/14/A WA † Mon
Tues
9:30 16:30 1 260
Team building
Ideal for newly recruited staff or as a
quick refresher for more experienced
people. Develop the skills and confidence
you need to lead a team to deliver
performance and results.
0495/14/A WA † Mon
Tues
9:30 16:30 1 260
Facilitating teams
to achieve results
We’ve designed this two-day course as
a guide to facilitating teams in meetings,
workshops and brainstorming sessions.
It’s ideal for anyone with a project
management role or for people who
need to inspire cross-departmental teams
over which they have little or no line
management control.
0496/14/A WA † Mon
Tues
9:30 16:30 1 260
Appraisal skills for
effective managers
Ideal for newly promoted managers,
team leaders and supervisors. This step-
by-step course shows you what’s needed
for a really good review, how to deal with
difficult issues as well as how to motivate
and develop staff in a positive way.
0497/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
Really effective
communication
For anyone who needs to connect better
to improve relationships at work and in life
– for profit, for friendship or both. It will
show you how to use what you already
know to far greater effect by assessing
your personal communication styles and
developing effective listening skills.
0498/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
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Creative problem
solving made real
Suitable for staff at all levels or whole
teams, this is for anyone who needs
to tackle problems and find effective
outcomes. After identifying what
a problem is, we look at a range of
techniques that can be applied to any
challenge. Finding real solutions to real
problems is what this course is all about.
0499/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
Meetings matter
Meetings matter as long as they
achieve things and don’t become a
talking shop. Learn how to structure
purposeful meetings, set goals, manage
the discussion, ensure that participants
feel their views are heard – and most
importantly review whether objectives
are being met.
0642/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
Motivating teams
and yourself
This practical workshop explores what
motivates and, even more importantly,
what demotivates people – and how we
can inspire our teams, boost confidence
and raise morale. It’s an ideal tool for
managers, supervisors and team leaders
looking to lead successful departments
and develop confident, effective and
focused teams.
0643/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
Presenting a positive image
First impressions count. This course
explores why image, behaviour
and communication have such a
disproportionate impact. It then puts
you under the microscope to help you
uncover your own unique talents – and
how you can harness these to make
a better, lasting impression. Ideal for
anyone who wants to develop the special
ability to make a powerful impact.
0644/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
Unlocking your potential
Ideal for anyone wishing to focus on
improving their effectiveness by setting
goals for success. We’ve all got under-
used abilities that could help us and our
employers, but we rarely get a chance
to develop them properly. This thought-
provoking course will help you recognise
your talents and clarify your goals.
0645/14/A WA † Mon 9:30 16:30 1 138
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Certificate in an introduction
to early years education and
care Level 2
CACHE Certificate
This one-year work-based course
provides the underpinning knowledge,
understanding and assessment for
people working in early years care and
education. Applicants for this course
will need to have been working (paid
or voluntary) with children for at least
six months before the start date, for
a minimum of 16 hours per week. A
reference or confirmation of current
employment with children will be
required, as well as a DBS (Disclosure and
Barring Service) check.
90071/14/1A WA 08/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 34 825
Diploma for the early years
workforce Level 3
CACHE Diploma
This work-based course provides
a higher level of knowledge,
understanding and assessment for
people working in early years care and
education. Applicants will need to
have been working (paid or voluntary)
with children for at least six months
before the start date, for a minimum
of 16 hours per week. A reference or
confirmation of current employment
with children will be required, as well
as GCSEs in English and maths at grade
C (GCEs will be accepted) and a DBS
(Disclosure and Barring Service) check.
90091/14/1A DC 08/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 34 690
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Certificate in supporting
teaching and learning in
schools Level 2
Pearson BTEC Certificate for
teaching assistants
For inexperienced helpers or support
staff in any school setting (early years
to secondary level) who want to gain
a teaching assistant qualification. At
least half a day per week of work
experience required. Are you eligible for
2130/14/1C WA 29/09/2014 Mon 9:30 15:00 32 670
2130/14/1A DC 29/09/2014 Mon 9:30 15:00 32 670
2130/14/1B WA 30/09/2014 Tues 12:00 18:00 32 670
Certificate in supporting
teaching and learning in
schools Level 3
CACHE Certificate
This two-year programme is suitable for
teaching or learning support assistants
in a school role or newly in post. Gain
a teaching and learning qualification
giving you the skills and confidence
you need. Appropriate school
experience is required. Are you eligible for
2092/14/1A DC 09/09/2014 Tues 11:00 16:00 34 620
HNC/D in health and
social care Level 4
Pearson Edexcel HNC/D
Prepare for a variety of careers in the
sector and develop a wide variety of
skills, including early years care. Work
experience with theoretical study gives
you the skills and confidence you need
to succeed. Employment throughout the
course provides you with the opportunity
to gain valuable insight into a variety of
work settings within the educational,
social, health and welfare services. Every
effort will be made to find placements
local to each student’s home and
appropriate to their future chosen career.
03001/14/1A WA 18/09/2014 Thurs
Fri
9:00 16:00 33 *
Foundation Degree
in early years
An ideal next step following on from
your Level 3 qualification. This
Foundation degree is aimed at
practitioners who wish to develop their
knowledge, skills and understanding of
children in their early years (0– seven)
in the statutory, voluntary, private and
not-for-profit sectors. Most of our
students continue their education to
gain a BA Honours at universtiy with one
or more years of study. *See page 86 for
8733/14/1A WA 15/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 27 *
Practical courses for the Care and Early Years sector, from
introductory courses to qualifications for experienced carers.
Care and
early years
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ADULT SOCIAL CARE
JOBS ARE PROJECTED
TO BE AVAILABLE IN 2025.
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Introduction to basic
listening skills
What does it mean to really listen
to someone? What do you do when
you find your mind wondering when
someone is talking to you? Want to know
more about what your body language is
saying about you? This course is designed
for anyone who wants an introduction
to Active Listening Skills. It will introduce
you to some of the basic principles of
actively listening.
7351/14/A DC 19/09/2014 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
7351/14/B DC 12/12/2014 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
7351/14/C DC 10/07/2015 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
Introduction
to CBT
What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?
Why is it the therapy of choice within the
NHS? Where did it originate from? What
skills and techniques does it use? This
course will introduce you to Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy (CBT). It will show
you the origins of the theory, teach you
some basic CBT skills and concepts, and
show you how CBT is being used and
developed within the NHS today.
7350/14/A DC 18/09/2014 Thurs 10:00 15:00 1 35
7350/14/B DC 11/12/2014 Thurs 10:00 15:00 1 35
7350/14/C DC 09/07/2015 Thurs 10:00 15:00 1 35
Introduction to counselling
Level 2
CPCAB Award in introduction to
counselling skills
Develop introductory counselling skills
which can be used in everyday life. This
course provides an insight into what
counselling is about and what practitioner
training involves. While this course is
open to all, you will be expected to
take part in small group as well as class
activities. This is designed to encourage
self-awareness and self development,
allowing you to better appreciate how
your own sense of self can impact the
helping interaction.
0535/14/A DC 19/09/2014 Fri 9:30 12:45 10 202
0535/14/C DC 23/09/2014 Tues 18:15 21:30 10 202
0535/14/B DC 25/09/2014 Thurs 9:30 12:45 10 202
0535/14/J DC 25/09/2014 Thurs 18:15 21:30 10 202
0535/14/D DC 13/01/2015 Tues 18:15 21:30 10 202
0535/14/K DC 16/01/2015 Fri 9:30 12:45 10 202
0535/14/E DC 21/04/2015 Tues 18:15 21:30 10 202
0535/14/L DC 24/04/2015 Fri 9:30 12:45 10 202
Certificate in counselling
skills Level 2
CPCAB Certificate in counselling skills
Allows you to take what you have learnt
through the Introduction to Counselling
Skills course and further develop your
knowledge and skills in listening,
reflection and self awareness through
practical activities and humanistic
theoretical input from your tutor. Are you
eligible for free tutition on this course?
See page 10.
0511/14/A DC 22/09/2014 Mon 9:15 12:30 30 513
0511/14/B DC 23/09/2014 Tues 18:15 21:30 30 513
0511/14/C DC 08/01/2015 Thurs 18:15 21:30 22 513
0511/14/D DC 09/01/2015 Fri 9:15 14:30 20 513
From acquiring basic listening skills to enhancing a
current or related role, our counselling training courses
can support you in working towards becoming a trained
agency counsellor. The new stand-alone qualification in
understanding substance misuse will enable you to develop
a clear understanding and sound knowledge of this area.
Counselling
Counselling can be an incredibly rewarding
job, with the opportunity to make a genuinely
positive impact on people’s lives. Often the
desire to become a counsellor develops from
some aspect of an individual’s life or original
career. Counsellors require substantial training
and experience, which takes a number of years
to achieve.
From being new to counselling to being
a qualified counsellor, you will continue to
undergo training throughout your career. Your
training will extend and enhance your theoretical
knowledge, and you will gain a better grasp of
practical skills and self awareness, developing
your personal moral qualities.
Our extensive training courses range from Level
2 for those looking to test their suitability to
work in this field, to the Level 6 certificate for
experienced counsellors who want to learn the
skills to supervise counsellors.
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Certificate in Therapeutic
Counselling Supervision
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Understanding substance
misuse Level 2
CPCAB Award in understanding
substance misuse
For professionals who wish to develop
their knowledge of substance misuse.
The knowledge gained would be useful
in a variety of settings, both personal
and professional and in supporting those
working in Tier 1 services or for those
already working therapeutically. This
course is ideal for counsellors, support
workers and key workers as well as
benefiting parents and carers who are
helping and supporting others either
in a voluntary or employed capacity.
The qualification is mapped to Drug
and Alcohol National Occupational
Standards (DANOS).
0678/14/B DC 25/09/2014 Thurs 18:15 21:30 10 202
0678/14/D DC 15/01/2015 Thurs 18:15 21:30 10 202
0678/14/F DC 23/04/2015 Thurs 18:15 21:30 10 202
Certificate in counselling
studies Level 3
CPCAB Certificate in counselling
studies
Building on previous training you will gain
knowledge of humanistic, psychodynamic
and CBT theories and how these theories
relate to yourself, client diversity,
the counselling relationship and self
reflection. During this course you will
develop your theoretical knowledge
and self awareness. Students must have
completed the Level 2 certificate or
equivalent to attend this course.
0527/14/C DC 22/09/2014 Mon 9:15 12:30 30 513
0527/14/A DC 23/09/2014 Tue 18:15 12:30 30 513
0527/14/B DC 24/09/2014 Wed 9:15 12:30 30 513
Diploma in counselling
(integrative) Level 4
CPCAB Diploma in therapeutic
counselling
A two-year course suitable for
trainees who wish to develop
advanced counselling (agency)
practitioner capability. You will develop
understanding, self reflection and
awareness, as well as peer support.
Successful completion allows trainees
to provide a therapeutic counselling
service within an agency service
framework. Students must have
completed the Level 3 certificate
or equivalent to attend this course.
0578/14/1 DC 18/09/2014 Thur 9:15 15:45 34 1380
Counselling supervision
Level 6
CPCAB Certificate in therapeutic
counselling supervision
For experienced counsellors who are
BACP accredited or are eligible for BACP
accreditation, this course will equip you
to manage the fundamental aspects of
the clinical supervisor’s role. You will need
to have supervisees and be working as
a counsellor under supervision.
0679/14/A DC 26/09/2014 Fri 14:30 17:30 10 1995
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Creative jewellery –
beginners
Suitable for students with little or no
jewellery-making experience. Learn the
basic skills required to work with a variety
of materials including beads, wire, cords
and findings to make jewellery.
7018/14/B DC 23/09/2014 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 110
7018/14/F DC 13/01/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 110
7018/14/K DC 21/04/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 110
Jewellery in silver –
all abilities
Classes are mixed ability, ranging from
beginners to people with experience
or a jewellery qualification. Traditional
silversmithing techniques will be taught
to produce contemporary silver jewellery.
7128/14/A TS 22/09/2014 Mon 19:30 21:30 10 160
7128/14/B TS 12/01/2015 Mon 19:30 21:30 10 160
7128/14/C TS 20/04/2015 Mon 19:30 21:30 10 160
Learn to use your
sewing machine
Sewing is one of those things that looks
complicated and some of the terminology
makes it sound difficult, but it really isn’t
all that hard to actually do. Whether you
are new to sewing or need a refresher
this course will give you the confidence
and skills to use your sewing machine.
On this one-day masterclass you will learn
threading, stitching a seam, decorative
and functional stitching.
7303/14/A DC 12/09/2014 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
7303/14/B DC 07/11/2014 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
7303/14/C DC 13/03/2015 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
7303/14/D DC 05/06/2015 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
Learn to use
your overlocker
This course will show you how to get
the best out of your overlocker and give
you the skills to use it with confidence.
Overlockers, also known as sergers, give a
professional finish when garment making
and are particularly useful when sewing
stretch fabrics. This course will cover how
to thread an overlocker, understanding
tensions, adjusting cutting widths,
neatening and turning corners.
7348/14/B DC 18/09/2014 Thurs 10:00 15:00 1 35
7348/14/A DC 30/01/2015 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
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How to make a t-shirt
using your overlocker
This course is for those who already have
a basic understanding of how to use an
overlocker. You will learn how to stitch
seams, finish edges and overlock curves
and corners while using jersey fabric to
make a ‘round necked’ t-shirt.
7352/14/A DC 01/05/2015 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
Simply sewing
Sewing is a fun and useful life skill.
Knowing how to sew can save you
money, has many practical applications,
and is a great way to express your
creativity. This is an ideal course for
beginners and will cover the sewing
techniques you need to make a simple
sewn item such as a top, skirt, bag or
cushion cover.
7534/14/A DC 23/09/2014 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 110
7534/14/D DC 24/09/2014 Wed 12:30 14:30 10 110
7534/14/G DC 25/09/2014 Thurs 12:30 14:30 10 110
7534/14/B DC 13/01/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 110
7534/14/E DC 14/01/2015 Wed 12:30 14:30 10 110
7534/14/H DC 15/01/2015 Thurs 12:30 14:30 10 110
7534/14/C DC 21/04/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 110
7534/14/F DC 22/04/2015 Wed 12:30 14:30 10 110
7534/14/J DC 23/04/2015 Thurs 12:30 14:30 10 110
Dressmaking for beginners
For complete beginners, offering a chance
to learn basic sewing techniques enabling
you to make a simple garment from a
commercial pattern. Also suitable if you
have some sewing skills, as garments are
made at each individual’s level.
7008/14/D DC 24/09/2014 Wed 9:30 11:30 10 110
7008/14/G WA 24/09/2014 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
7008/14/E DC 14/01/2015 Wed 9:30 11:30 10 110
7008/14/H WA 14/01/2015 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
7008/14/F DC 22/04/2015 Wed 9:30 11:30 10 110
7008/14/J WA 22/04/2015 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
Dressmaking and tailoring –
beginners
Garments are made from commercial
patterns and students will be helped
to assess their own ability to ensure
they start sewing at the right level.
Ideal for beginners.
7104/14/A DC 25/09/2014 Thurs 9:30 11:30 10 110
7104/14/B DC 15/01/2015 Thurs 9:30 11:30 10 110
7104/14/C DC 23/04/2015 Thurs 9:30 11:30 10 110
Dressmaking and tailoring –
intermediate
Extend your sewing skills to make
advanced garments. This could be a soft
tailored jacket, a boned evening bodice
or similar garment of your choice.
7078/14/A DC 25/09/2014 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 110
7078/14/B DC 15/01/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 110
7078/14/C DC 23/04/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 110
Whether you’re making an item for leisure or sale, the
popularity of craft is growing. Learn to create handmade
jewellery, tailoring and furnishings with our wide range of
craft courses.
Crafts
26.5m
PEOPLE IN THE UK CONSIDER
THEMSELVES POTENTIAL
CRAFT BUYERS.
Startups.co.uk

How to enrol
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Book online
Creative WritingCrafts
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Upholstery – all abilities
Undertake a small upholstery project of
your choice. You will cover a range of
topics including safely using upholstery
tools, measuring and estimating material,
stripping frames and replacing the
required materials. Suitable for beginners
or those with some experience.
7129/14/A DC 25/09/2014 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 110
7129/14/B DC 15/01/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 110
7129/14/C DC 23/04/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 110
Furniture painting
This course is suitable for anyone
interested in cheering up their wooden
furniture eg stool, chair or box with paint
and decorative finishes. No previous
experience needed, just enthusiasm
and some creative ideas. You will learn
new techniques including stencilling,
decoupage, broken colour, free hand
designs and sign writing.
7536/14/A DC 25/09/2014 Thurs 19:00 21:00 5 50
7536/14/B DC 15/01/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 5 50
7536/14/C DC 23/04/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 5 50
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
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date
Day Start
time
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time
Wks Cost
(£)
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enrol
Creative writing
Ideal for people with no or very little
creative writing experience who are
interested in improving their creative
writing skills. Course content will depend
on prior knowledge and experience, with
students expected to share their work
and ideas. The learning will be in a fun
and informal setting.
7429/14/A DC 23/09/2014 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
7429/14/B WA 23/09/2014 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
7429/14/C DC 13/01/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
7429/14/D WA 13/01/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
7429/14/E DC 21/04/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
7429/14/F WA 21/04/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
Creative writing –
intermediate
An intermediate writing course for
people with some prior experience.
The course content will depend on prior
knowledge and experience. A different
topic will be covered each term with
students expected to share their work
and experiences. Learning will be in an
informal setting.
7529/14/B WA 24/09/2014 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
7529/14/D WA 14/01/2015 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
7529/14/F WA 22/04/2015 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
Creative
writing
Informal classes for all levels, with advice on
writing techniques from a published author.
18m
SELF-PUBLISHED BOOKS
WERE BOUGHT BY UK
READERS LAST YEAR.
The Guardian

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DIY
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
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date
Day Start
time
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time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Basic brickwork – building a
garden wall
Come and learn the skills to undertake
basic brickwork projects such as building
a garden wall or decorative feature. Ideal
for beginners and no previous experience
is necessary.
0022/14/A DC 02/10/2014 Thurs 18:00 21:00 7 163
0022/14/B DC 29/01/2015 Thurs 18:00 21:00 7 163
0022/14/C DC 30/04/2015 Thurs 18:00 21:00 7 163
Plastering – boarding and
skimming
Learn to plasterboard walls and ceilings
and apply the skim coat of plaster. Ideal
for beginners, no previous experience
is necessary.
0024/14/A DC 23/09/2014 Tues 18:00 21:00 8 189
0024/14/B DC 20/01/2015 Tues 18:00 21:00 8 189
0024/14/C DC 21/04/2015 Tues 18:00 21:00 8 189
Plastering – rendering and
floor screeding
Learn how to apply cement render
to walls and screeding to floors. Basic
plastering skills would be an advantage.
0026/14/A DC 02/10/2014 Thurs 18:00 21:00 7 163
0026/14/B DC 29/01/2015 Thurs 18:00 21:00 7 163
0026/14/C DC 30/04/2015 Thurs 18:00 21:00 7 163
Get set for home improvement with practical construction
skills for your house and garden. All abilities welcomed.
DIY
HOMEOWNERS CONSIDERING
HOME-IMPROVEMENTS PLAN
TO DO THE WORK THEMSELVES.
RemodelOrMove.com
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Electrical Installation and PlumbingElectrical Installation and Plumbing
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
17th Edition wiring
regulations Level 3
CG Award in Requirements for
Electrical Installation BS7671
Applicants should be electrically qualified
and working in the electrical installation
industry with CG 2360/2330 at Level 2
or above.
0458/14/A LW 01/10/2014 Wed 18:00 21:00 10 260
0458/14/B LW 14/01/2015 Wed 18:00 21:00 10 260
0458/14/C LW 22/04/2015 Wed 18:00 21:00 10 260
Initial verification and
certification of electrical
installations Level 3
City and Guilds Award
For qualified electricians with CG
2360/2330 at Level 3, employed in the
electrical industry. Ideally applicants will
already be undertaking basic installation
testing in the workplace and will have
completed the CG 2392 Fundamental
Inspection and Testing Course and
17th Edition Wiring regulations. It is
recommended that students study this
course prior to studying the periodic
inspection testing and certification of
electrical installations.
0422/14/A LW 15/09/2014 Mon 18:00 21:15 11 470
0422/14/B LW 12/01/2015 Mon 18:00 21:15 11 470
Periodic inspection testing
and certification of electrical
City and Guilds Award
2360/2330 at Level 3 employed in the
electrical industry. Ideally applicants will
already be undertaking basic installation
testing in the workplace and will have
completed the CG 2392 Fundamental
Inspection and Testing Course and
17th Edition Wiring regulations and
the periodic inspection testing and
certification of electrical installations.
0420/14/A LW 12/01/2015 Mon 18:00 21:15 10 435
Plumbing and heating Level 2
CG Diploma in plumbing studies
This two-year technical certificate for
domestic plumbing covers all aspects
of domestic hot and cold water systems
with the exception of fitting and
commissioning gas boilers. No previous
plumbing experience is necessary.
0264/14/1A LW 15/09/2014 Mon
Wed
18:00 21:00 33 970
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Electrical installation Level 2
CG Diploma in electrical
installations (buildings and
structures)
This course is studied over four terms
completing in December 2015. You
are required to have the following
qualifications to enrol on this course: 4
GCSEs grades A to D including maths,
English and science or a technical
qualification. Applicants without formal
qualifications should contact the College
to arrange an assessment. Are you
eligible for free tutition on this course?
See page 10.
4580/14/1B LW 22/09/2014 Mon
Thurs
18:30 21:00 31 965
4580/14/1A LW 23/09/2014 Tues
Wed
18:30 21:00 31 965
Electrical installation Level 3
CG Diploma in electrical
installations (buildings and
structures)
Aimed at people who have completed
and are progressing from Level 2
Diploma. A Level 3 qualification is
essential to achieve full electrician status
– together with an NVQ that can be
completed once working in the industry.
The Level 3 is studied over three terms
completing in December 2015.
4581/14/1B LW 06/01/2015 Tues
Wed
18:00 21:00 20 1050
4581/14/1A LW 06/01/2015 Tues
Wed
18:00 21:00 20 1050
Fundamental inspection
and testing of electrical
CG 2392 Certificate in
Electrotechnical Technology
2360/2330 at Level 3, employed in the
electrical industry who require a certificate
of competence for the inspection and
testing of domestic installations.
4584/14/1A LW 22/09/2014 Mon 18:00 21:00 10 285
4584/14/1B LW 12/01/2015 Mon 18:00 21:00 10 285
Requalification and recognised training for electricians
and plumbers.
Electrical
installation
and plumbing
Advanced electrical installation and plumbing courses at Level 3 are offered as an apprenticeship. Please see page 80 for more information.
29K
PLUMBERS ARE NEEDED
IN THE UK BY 2018.
CITB
Due to popularity and high demand there will be dedicated enrolment
sessions for our electrical installation and plumbing courses.
Tuesday 12 August
Enrolment is 9.30am to 6.30pm at Kings Langley campus.
Apply, be interviewed and enrol all in one go at this dedicated enrolment day. Please note
applications will be processed on a first come, first served basis.

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English and MathsEnglish and Maths
English
and maths
At West Herts College it is our
belief that everyone has skills
they can build on, and it’s our
aim to offer courses that can
help you to reach your goals.
Better qualifications offer a
more satisfying life and could
lead to a better job.
Improving your reading, writing
and maths skills will help you to
become more confident in your
life and at work.
We will offer you an
interview and assessment
to help us identify the best
course to suit your needs.
We will help and support you
through your time at College
to ensure you achieve to the
best of your abilities.
Courses are available at
Watford and Dacorum
campus. We also offer
a range of community-
based programmes.
At the end of your course
you may be able to study the
next level course or gain a
qualification through a full-time
course or training programme.
Free tuition for
courses starting in
September 2014
• Tuition is free for home
students.
• Tuition fees apply for
overseas students.
• Fees must be paid in full at
enrolment, which must take
place prior to the first class.
Enrolment and
assessment dates
Please see the table opposite
for assessment and enrolment
dates. You do not need to
book an appointment, however
please remember to bring your:
• Passport or UK birth
certificate
• National insurance number
Assessment and enrolment
sessions take up to two
hours, so we kindly ask you
to make alternative childcare
arrangements when you come
for your assessment and not
bring children to College.
Functional skills courses
Our City and Guilds Functional skills courses are available in the morning,
afternoon and evening depending on the level.
Enrolment and assessment sessions
Day Date Arrival time Campus
Tuesday 19 August 14:00 – 18:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Wednesday 20 August 12:00 – 15:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Thursday 28 August 15:00 – 18:00 Watford and Dacorum campus
Saturday 30 August 9:30 – 12:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Tuesday 2 September 9:30 – 13:00 Watford and Dacorum campus
Thursday 4 September 14:30 – 18:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Saturday 6 September 9:30 – 12:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Wednesday 10 September 15:30 – 18:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Thursday 11 September 10:00 – 14:00 South Oxhey Library
Subject/Level UK/EU
cost (£)
Overseas
cost (£)
English and maths entry levels FREE tuition 745
Maths Level 1 and 2 FREE tuition 745
English Level 1 and 2 FREE tuition 1420
PART TIME ENGLISH AND MATHS
STUDENTS PROGRESSED ON TO
FURTHER STUDY OR EMPLOYMENT.
West Herts College student survey
3 4OUT
OF

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ESOLESOL
ESOL – English
for Speakers of
Other Languages
Improving your English can help
you get more out of your life in
the UK. It will also help if you
want to study further, improve
your CV or apply to become a
British citizen.
Please note:
• Fees must be paid in full at
enrolment, before you take
the first class.
• Free tuition may be available
if you receive certain means-
tested benefits.
Enrolment and
assessment dates
Before you can enrol on an
ESOL or English course you
need to attend an assessment
session to determine your level.
You do not need to book an
appointment, however please
remember to bring the following
documents and your fees as
you will be unable to do your
assessment without them:
• Passport
• National insurance number
• If applicable, current proof
of any means-tested benefit
(dated within last 14 days)
During your assessment you will
be expected to be in College for
up to three hours, so we kindly
ask you to make alternative
childcare arrangements and not
bring children to College.
During this time you will take
part in an interview, complete
an assessment and have the
opportunity to discuss different
course options. We will also
help you complete a course
application form.
Course title Course times
ESOL workshops
Three hours, one day per week for 10 weeks.
Short workshops running at different levels throughout the year.
You will improve your English without having to take an examination.
10 weeks starting in November and
February with additional dates offered
dependent on demand
Pre-entry ESOL
For people who have no English at all and wish to start learning the language.
23 week courses – several times per week
starting in September with additional
dates available dependent on demand
Entry 1 ESOL
City Guilds qualification for beginners.
Entry 2 ESOL
City Guilds qualification for people who are able to speak, read and write a little English.
Entry 3 ESOL
City Guilds qualification for people who are able to speak, read and write English
with a little more confidence.
Level 1 and 2 ESOL
City Guilds qualification for people who would like to further develop their skills for work,
further learning or everyday life.
Entry 1, 2 and 3 courses are two sessions
per week from September
All course times are between:
Morning: 9am – 12:30pm
Afternoon: 1pm – 4:30pm
Evening: 5:45pm – 9:15pm
Fast-track ESOL courses
For people who want to improve their English and progress more quickly. You will have the
opportunity to complete up to two levels in one year.
32 week courses taught during
the evening on:
Wednesday 5.45pm -21.15pm
Thursday 5.45pm - 21.15pm
International ESOL (Level 1/B2)
This City and Guilds qualification will enable you to demonstrate your ability to communicate
competently in English for work or study and is accepted by many universities. You will sit
a 2.5 hour exam which includes listening, reading and writing.
6 hours per week for 18 weeks on a
Tuesday and Thursday evening
Course title UK/EU
cost (£)
Overseas
cost (£)
ESOL skills workshop (Entry Level) 180 180
Pre-Entry 388 1000
Entry 1, 2 or 3 515 1437
Entry 2 or 3 Fast Track 515 1479
ESOL Level 1 or 2 600 1550
International ESOL (Level 1/B2) 594 594
ESOL workshops 180 180
Courses are available at Watford and Dacorum campuses. We also have a range of community based programmes. Call 01923 812345 for
course times.
Day Date Arrival time Campus
Tuesday 19 August 14:00 – 18:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Wednesday 20 August 12:00 – 15:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Thursday 28 August 15:00 – 18:00 Watford and Dacorum campus
Saturday 30 August 9:30 – 12:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Thursday 4 September 14:30 – 18:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Saturday 6 September 9:30 – 12:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Wednesday 10 September 15:30 – 18:30 Watford and Dacorum campus
Thursday 11 September 10:00 – 14:00 South Oxhey Library
92%OF ESOL STUDENTS WOULD
RECOMMEND THE COLLEGE
TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
West Herts College
student survey

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FloristryFloristry
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Floristry – beginners
Suitable for beginners who want to
learn floristry techniques and designs.
These workshops enable you to explore
innovative designs and develop your
own style.
7098/14/A DC 22/09/2014 Mon 13:00 15:00 10 90
7098/14/E DC 25/09/2014 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 90
7098/14/B DC 12/01/2015 Mon 13:00 15:00 10 90
7098/14/F DC 15/01/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 90
7098/14/C DC 20/04/2015 Mon 13:00 15:00 10 90
7098/14/G DC 23/04/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 90
Floristry – intermediate
Expand your basic floristry skills with
an innovative use of colour and plant
material on this new intermediate
course. You will learn to use a variety of
different techniques and styles including
methods of leaf manipulation, layering
and crushed wire to create individual
and distinctive designs.
7190/14/A DC 23/09/2014 Tues 13:00 15:00 10 110
7190/14/B DC 13/01/2015 Tues 13:00 15:00 10 110
7190/14/C DC 21/04/2015 Tues 13:00 15:00 10 110
Contemporary floristry
An introduction to a variety of
contemporary floral designs with an
emphasis on colour, line and texture.
You will learn the basic skills and
techniques to enable you to construct
a range of contemporary designs. This
course is suitable for both beginners and
experienced students.
7290/14/B DC 13/01/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 5 55
7290/14/A DC 25/02/2015 Wed 9:30 11:30 5 55
7290/14/C DC 02/06/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 5 55
7290/14/D DC 03/06/2015 Wed 12:30 14:30 5 55
Floral hand-tied items
Have you ever watched with awe as a
florist quickly puts together a beautiful
hand-tied bouquet? Now you can learn
how with this introductory course. Why
not spoil yourself with bouquets for the
home or as gifts for family and friends.
You will learn a variety of studding and
spiralling techniques and the different
methods of gift wrapping.
7280/14/B DC 21/04/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 5 55
7280/14/C DC 03/06/2015 Wed 9:30 11:30 5 55
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
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date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Floral tributes
An introduction to funeral floral designs
for beginners or those with some
floristry knowledge.
7282/14/A DC 23/09/2014 Tues 19:00 21:00 5 55
7282/14/B DC 05/11/2014 Wed 9:30 11:30 5 55
Bridal flowers
Flowers can transform a wedding;
this course will help you to achieve
fabulous results for that perfect day.
This introduction to bridal work includes
creating a bridal bouquet, a design for
a bridesmaid, wired buttonholes and
wedding arrangements.
7284/14/A DC 24/02/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 5 55
7284/14/B DC 25/02/2015 Wed 12:30 14:30 5 55
Wedding floristry
This one-day taster course will cover basic
bridal floristry designs including designing
a loose posy style bridal bouquet in a
holder and making a wrist corsage for a
wedding.
7321/14/A DC 27/02/2015 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
7321/14/B WA 07/03/2015 Sat 10:00 15:00 1 35
Festive floral arrangements
This course is suitable for beginners or
for those with some knowledge of floral
designs. Create beautiful festive designs
including an advent ring using seasonal
stems and foliages.
7281/14/A DC 04/11/2014 Tues 19:00 21:00 5 55
7281/14/B DC 05/11/2014 Wed 12:30 14:30 5 55
Celebration table
designs
Add a finishing touch to any occasion
with eye-catching, easy-to-make
centerpieces. This one-day taster course
will cover designing a selection of
innovative floral table arrangements for
entertaining and celebrations.
7349/14/A DC 08/05/2015 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
7349/14/B WA 16/05/2015 Sat 10:00 15:00 1 35
Festive flowers
Learn how to create a selection of
seasonal designs including a festive door
hanging and a contemporary festive table
centre on this one-day taster course.
7332/14/A DC 21/11/2014 Fri 10:00 15:00 1 35
7332/14/B WA 29/11/2014 Sat 10:00 15:00 1 35
Designed for all abilities, these courses develop the basic
floristry techniques required for all floral design.
Floristry
For all floristry courses you will be given a list of flowers you will need to purchase for each class.
17K
PEOPLE ARE EMPLOYED IN
THE FLORISTRY INDUSTRY.
Lantra

54
Foundation Studies
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Preparation for life and work
Entry Level 1 and 2
8779/14/A WA 10/09/2014 Wed
Thurs
10:30 16:00 34 420
Personal and Social
Development Entry Level 1
and 2
This course is suitable for young
people who have completed a range
of qualifications at Entry Level. It aims
to prepare individuals for their next
steps which may include life within the
community, supported work, internship
or other options.
This is a two-day a week College
programme has a strong emphasis on
building in relevant experiences on other
days. Teaching is in small groups using
both the College and the community.
There will be an emphasis on developing
skills for life and work. All students will be
offered work experience and this
will be developed according the needs of
the individual.
87792/14/A WA 10/09/2014 Wed
Thurs
10:30 16:00 34 770
Preparation for life and work
Entry Level 3
Personal and Social Development
Entry Level 3
This course is aimed at students who
will be preparing to move into the
community, work or supported work and
is not an automatic progression route
from Level 2. This one-year course will
develop skills for life and work. Students
will work on various projects in College
and the community preparing them to
develop their skills for life and work.
87793/14/A WA 10/09/2014 Wed
Thurs
10:30 16:00 34 360
Foundation
studies
Our Foundation studies courses help you develop your
independent study skills, enabling you to get the best from all the
support we offer – through our staff, resources and peer support.
96%OF PARENTS AND CARERS
BELIEVE STUDENTS RECEIVE
THE SUPPORT THEY NEED.
West Herts College parent
and carer survey
If you need further information or advice on these courses please call 01923 812233.
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Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Looking after me
This course is suitable for anyone with
an interest in hair, make up and nails.
Taught through techniques including face
painting. It’s ideal if you who want to
gain further knowledge of looking after
your skin and personal appearance.
7516/14/A WA 24/09/2014 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
7516/14/B WA 14/01/2015 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
7516/14/C WA 22/04/2015 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
Cosmetic make-up Level 2
VTCT Certificate in cosmetic make-up
Gain a professional qualification in make-
up. Covers basic skincare, eye treatments
and all aspects of make-up application,
including evening and special occasions.
2326/14/1 WA 10/09/2014 Wed 18:30 21:30 34 500
Diploma in body massage
Level 3
VTCT Diploma in body massage
techniques
For people looking to pursue a career in
holistic therapies. You will cover anatomy
and physiology alongside practical
massage techniques. There will be some
home study covering the theoretical
elements and practical case studies. You
will be assessed while treating paying
clients in our commercial salons. Are you
eligible for free tuition on this course?
See page 10.
2508/14/1A WA 11/09/2014 Thurs 18:30 21:30 34 1410
Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Introduction to hairdressing
A practical short course introducing basic
hairdressing skills for people thinking of
a career in this exciting industry.
7623/14/A WA 23/09/2014 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
7623/14/B WA 13/01/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
7623/14/C WA 21/04/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
Women’s hairdressing Level 2
Year 1
CG NVQ Diploma in hairdressing
This two-year programme gives
an overview into hairdressing and
develops the practical skills required
by the industry. You will be taught by
industry-experienced professionals in
our state-of-the-art salons which are
open to the public. Offered with a
range of attendance times to fit around
family or work commitments, either all
day Saturday or two evenings a week.
Are you eligible for free tuition on this
course? See page 10.
2354/14/1A WA 09/09/2014 Tues
Wed
18:00 21:30 34 1060
1516Q/14/1A WA 13/09/2014 Sat 9:00 16:30 34 1060
Year 2 2354/14/2A WA 09/09/2014 Tues
Wed
9:00 17:00 34 950
1516Q/14/2A WA 13/09/2014 Sat 9:00 16:30 34 950
Hairdressing Level 3
CG Diploma in hairdressing
This one-year programme gives you the
opportunity to progress your Level 2
skills. You will learn advanced hairdressing
techniques which will provide you
with further opportunities for career
progression. As part of the application
process you will be required to complete
a trade skill test. Are you eligible for free
tuition on this course? See page 10.
2335Q/14/1A WA 09/09/2014 Tues 14:00 20:30 34 1960
Hairdressing
and Beauty
Therapy
Learn a new technique from our professional stylists and
therapists, or simply keep up with the latest trends.
Apprenticeships are also available in this area see page 80 for more details.
£15bn
IS HOW MUCH THE
BEAUTY INDUSTRY IS
WORTH IN THE UK.
Cosmetics Business
Due to popularity and high demand there will be dedicated enrolment
sessions for hairdressing and beauty therapy courses.
Tuesday 12 August
Enrolment is 10am to 4pm at Watford campus.
Apply, be interviewed and enrol all in one go at this dedicated enrolment day. Please note
applications will be processed on a first come, first served basis.

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Health and Safety
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date
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time
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Manual handling Level 2
CIEH Award
Suitable for people carrying out manual
handling tasks. Details the hazards, risks
and the controls that can be used to
prevent injury.
0465/14/1A WA † Mon 9:00 17:00 1 107
Health and safety in the
workplace Level 2
CIEH Award
Based on the highly effective CIEH
Foundation Certificate in health and
safety in the workplace programme.
Completely revised with new and
updated content. QCA accredited.
0432/14/A † † Wed 9:00 17:00 1 107
0432/14/B † † Fri 9:00 17:00 1 107
Peace of mind – you just can’t beat it. Protect yourself and
your staff with the certificates you need to get on with the job.
Health
and safety
† Our health and safety courses run throughout the year and at different venues, call 01923 812345 for more information and to book.
£13.8bn
IS THE AMOUNT WORKPLACE
INJURIES AND ILL HEALTH
COST THE UK EACH YEAR.
Health and Safety Executive
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Hospitality and CateringHospitality and Catering
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
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date
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time
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enrol
Good meals on a budget
Make your household budget go further
while cooking good meals for yourself
and your family.
2388/14/A WA 07/01/2015 Wed 18:00 21:00 5 102
Advanced cooking
techniques for the home
Develop your dinner party finesse by
using everyday ingredients and advanced
cooking techniques.
2386/14/A WA 25/02/2015 Wed 18:00 21:00 5 102
Restaurant cooking for one
Suitable for people who want to develop
restaurant-style cooking in the home with
easy dishes and cooking techniques to
feed one to four people.
2389/14/A WA 05/11/2014 Wed 18:00 21:00 5 102
Cake decoration Level 1
Learn to decorate cakes beautifully on
this beginners course. You will learn to
cover cakes using marzipan and sugar
paste and make decorations to create a
professional finish.
0389/14/1A WA 16/09/2014 Tues 18:00 21:00 11 214
0389/14/1B WA 06/01/2015 Tues 18:00 21:00 11 214
0389/14/1C WA 21/04/2015 Tues 18:00 21:00 10 214
Suitable for people who have achieved
the Level 1 course. Develop your
decorating skills by learning to make
sugar flowers, using cutters to create
designs on cakes and further develop
your cake decorating techniques.
2357/14/A WA 17/09/2014 Wed 18:00 21:00 11 214
2357/14/B WA 07/01/2015 Wed 18:00 21:00 11 214
2357/14/C WA 22/04/2015 Wed 18:00 21:00 10 214
Expand your culinary knowledge or gain the vocational
qualifications to advance in the hospitality and catering industry.
Hospitality
and catering
10%OF THE WORKFORCE IN THE
UK ARE EMPLOYED BY THE
HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY.
British Hospitality
Association
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
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date
Day Start
time
End
time
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(£)
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enrol
For advanced cake decorators who have
completed the Level 2. Develop your
skills to an advanced level by working
on new projects, including making more
complicated sugar flowers, new projects
such as working on a handbag cake and
making collars.
2359/14/A WA 18/09/2014 Thurs 18:00 21:00 11 214
2359/14/B WA 08/01/2015 Thurs 18:00 21:00 11 214
2359/14/C WA 23/04/2015 Thurs 18:00 21:00 10 214
Diploma in introduction to
professional cookery Level 1
CG Diploma in introduction to
professional cookery
Your starting point for professional
cookery qualifications. You will develop
skills in meat, fish and vegetable
preparation and cooking.
2365/14/1 WA 15/09/2014 Mon 9:00 16:30 31 1665
Food and Beverage Service
Level 1
NVQ Certificate in food
and beverage service
Suitable for beginners with an interest in
food service as well as people working
within the hospitality and catering
industry. Develop the knowledge and
skills required to work efficiently and
effectively with food and beverages.
2369/14/1 WA 09/09/2014 Tues 9:00 15:00 33 610
Diploma in Professional
food and beverage
service Level 2
CG Certificate in food
Suitable for beginners with an interest in
food service as well as people working
industry. Develop the knowledge and
skills required to work efficiently and
effectively with food and beverages.
2360/14/1A WA 08/09/2014 Mon 9:00 17:00 34 2130
Professional cookery Level 2
CG Diploma in professional cookery
Build on the knowledge and skills
developed on the food preparation
and cooking course and enhance your
industry skills. You will need to have the
Level 1 food preparation and cooking
qualification or have appropriate industry
experience. Are you eligible for free
tuition on this course? See page 10.
2366/14/1 WA 16/09/2014 Tues 9:00 17:30 33 745

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Hospitality and Catering
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
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date
Day Start
time
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time
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(£)
How to
enrol
Certificate for pastry cooks
and patissiers Level 2
CG Certificate in general
patisserie and confectionary
Intended for patissiers, pastry cooks and
others responsible for preparing sweets in
baking or catering outlets. Also an ideal
starting point for anyone who enjoys
baking and wishes to develop their skills
and knowledge to a high standard.
2378/14/1A WA 16/09/2014 Tues 18:00 21:30 33 940
2378/14/1B WA 17/09/2014 Wed 18:00 21:30 33 940
General food and beverage
service Level 2
CG Award in food
Further develop your knowledge and
skills to work efficiently and effectively
within the food and beverage sector.
Suitable for beginners with an interest
in food service as well as those working
industry. Are you eligible for free tuition
on this course? See page 10.
2370/14/1 WA 09/09/2014 Tues 15:00 21:30 33 580
Barista skills †
Develops the skills required of
a professional Barista (Espresso coffee
maker). Provides the skills needed on
all products that make up the beverage
sector along with the techniques to
handle and store them.
0818/14/A WA 21/03/2015 Sat 9:00 16:00 1 51
Certificate in general
patisserie and
confectionary Level 3
CG Certificate in general
patisserie and confectionary
Patisserie requires a mastery of technique
combined with plenty of imagination.
The aim of this course is to enable you
to develop the knowledge, skills and
understanding needed to produce
patisserie and confectionery products
to a professional standard.
2390/14/1A WA 11/09/2014 Thurs 15:00 21:30 33 795
Professional cookery Level 3
CG Diploma in professional cookery
Advance your skills to a high level on this
course for people already employed in
the hospitality industry. Ideally you should
be working in an establishment with high
levels of preparation and cooking, using
fresh ingredients to create dishes.
2364/14/1 WA 18/09/2014 Thurs 9:45 17:00 33 915
† This course runs throughout the year according to demand. For more information and availability call 01923 812345.

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Information Technology
Digital photography -
camera and computer
Information Technology
CISCO networks
CCNA modules
1, 2, 3 4
Our wide range of courses offer both basic and advanced IT
qualifications, plus training in specialist software to complement
your career.
Your routes to success in IT
Information
technology
Lifting the lid on
tablet technology
Essential computing
beginners
IT essentials 1 (A+)
PC hardware and
software
Essential computing
intermediate
Essential computing
advanced
Photoshop for digital
images – beginners/
intermediate
images – beginners/
intermediate
images – advanced
Dreamweaver
Level 2
Dreamweaver
Level 1
Dreamweaver
Level 3
Social media for
beginners
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
Start
date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Social media
for beginners
This course will introduce you to the
world of social networking. It will look at
what social media is, and how it is used
in everyday life. The course will cover the
setting up and using of different social
networking sites, and also look at ways to
stay safe when using it.
7537/14/A DC 24/09/2014 Wed 9:30 11:30 5 50
7537/14/B WA 13/01/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 5 50
7537/14/C WA 24/02/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 5 50
Lifting the lid on tablet
technology
Have you recently bought a tablet and
need help in getting the most out of it?
Or are you still trying to decide which
tablet suits your needs? If so, come
and join this course and learn how to
customise your tablet, use Wi-Fi, send
emails and attachments. Use social media
applications (such as Skype) to keep in
touch with your family. Use the internet
to find information, shop online safely
and search for jobs.
7436/14/A DC 22/09/2014 Mon 13:00 15:00 5 50
7436/14/B DC 05/11/2014 Wed 9:30 11:30 5 50
7436/14/C DC 25/02/2015 Wed 9:30 11:30 5 50
7436/14/D DC 01/06/2015 Mon 13:00 15:00 5 50
Essential computing –
beginners
Learn how to use Microsoft Word to
create documents. You will learn to apply
different text styles and sizes, insert
images, save your work and manage
your files. Understand how to navigate
through different programs and use the
internet, including an overview of social
networking and how to safeguard when
working online. This course is suitable
if you know how to use a mouse and
keyboard and have basic computer skills.
7457/14/D NWL 23/09/2014 Tues 10:30 12:30 10 85
7457/14/A CR 23/09/2014 Tues 13:00 15:00 10 85
7457/14/G WA 23/09/2014 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
7457/14/E NWL 13/01/2015 Tues 10:30 12:30 10 85
7457/14/F NWL 21/04/2015 Tues 10:30 12:30 10 85
7457/14/J WA 21/04/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
7457/14/N DC 22/04/2015 Wed 12:30 14:30 10 85
intermediate
Building on the skills you have previously
learnt you will look at how to create
tables, use Word templates and import
information to create professional
documents. You will also look at how
to use some of the other applications
in Microsoft Office as well as using the
College’s online learning environment
to access resources and develop your
computer knowledge.
7467/14/C NWL 23/09/2014 Tues 13:00 15:00 10 110
7467/14/F DC 24/09/2014 Wed 12:30 14:30 10 110
7467/14/H WA 25/09/2014 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 110
7467/14/A CR 12/01/2015 Tues 13:00 15:00 10 110
7467/14/D NWL 13/01/2015 Tues 13:00 15:00 10 110
7467/14/J WA 15/01/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 110
7467/14/E NWL 21/04/2015 Tues 13:00 15:00 10 110
7467/14/K WA 23/04/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 110
Confident
computer users
Advanced
computer users
Some computing
experience
£58bn
IS THE ANNUAL WORTH
OF THE UK’S ICT INDUSTRY.
GOV.UK

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Information TechnologyInformation Technology
Course title Course
code
Venue
code
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date
Day Start
time
End
time
Wks Cost
(£)
How to
enrol
Dreamweaver Level 3
CG Diploma in designing and
creating advanced websites
Further develop your skills and create
dynamic websites using CSS, MySQL
and PHP.
8731/14/A WA 11/09/2014 Thurs 18:45 21:30 14 325
8731/14/B WA 04/03/2015 Wed 18:45 21:30 14 325
IT Essentials 1 (A+)
PC hardware and
software Level 2
This predominantly practical course
builds the skills you need to repair,
configure and upgrade personal
computers. On completion you will
be able to sit the COMPTIA A+ exam,
recognised by employers nationwide.
As West Herts College is a CompTIA
academy, you will study the latest
syllabus needed to be successful in the
A+ exam. It also builds theoretical and
practical knowledge in networking in
order to progress to advanced courses
like Cisco CCNA, which is studied as part
of the Cisco Networking Academy.
0746/14/A WA 11/09/2014 Thurs 18:00 21:30 15 270
0746/14/C WA 05/02/2015 Thurs 18:00 21:30 15 270
CISCO Computer
Networks CCNA
Cisco Networking
Academy Certificate
A practical networking course that allows
students to progress towards achieving
the four elements of the nationally
recognised CCNA Certification. CCNA is
divided into four modules: CCNA 1, 2, 3,
and 4. After completing CCNA 4 you will
be able to sit the commercial CCNA exam
in one of the qualified test centres such as
Pearson Vue or Thompson Prometric.
CCNA Level 1 0747/14/A WA 09/09/2014 Tues
Wed
18:00 21:30 7 289
0748/14/A WA 25/02/2015 Wed
Thurs
18:00 21:30 7 289
CCNA Level 2 0747/14/B WA 04/11/2014 Tues
Wed
18:00 21:00 7 289
0748/14/B WA 29/04/2015 Wed
Thurs
18:00 21:00 7 289
CCNA Level 3 0747/14/C WA 13/01/2015 Tues 18:00 21:00 9 289
CCNA Level 4 0747/14/D WA 24/03/2015 Tues 18:00 21:00 9 289
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code
Venue
code
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date
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time
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time
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(£)
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enrol
advanced
This course is ideal for those who already
have good knowledge of Microsoft Office
2010. You will learn how to use some
of the more advanced functions such as
mail merge, creating charts in Excel as
well as using Microsoft Publisher to create
greeting cards, flyers and calendars.
7477/14/C WA 24/09/2014 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
7477/14/B DC 14/01/2015 Wed 12:30 14:30 10 110
7477/14/D WA 14/01/2015 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
7477/14/A CR 21/04/2015 Tues 13:00 15:00 10 110
7477/14/E WA 22/04/2015 Wed 19:00 21:00 10 110
Photoshop for digital images
– beginners / intermediate
Ideal for people with previous experience
of using a computer but with limited
knowledge of Photoshop.
7077/14/A DC 15/09/2014 Mon 9:30 11:30 10 85
7077/14/D WA 18/09/2014 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 85
7077/14/B DC 12/01/2015 Mon 13:00 15:00 10 85
7077/14/E WA 13/01/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 85
7077/14/C DC 20/04/2015 Mon 13:00 15:00 10 85
7077/14/F WA 23/04/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 85
images – advanced
A follow-on course covering
advanced manipulation and projects.
7432/14/B WA 15/01/2015 Thurs 19:00 21:00 10 110
7432/14/A WA 21/04/2015 Tues 19:00 21:00 10 110
Beginners digital
photography – camera
and computer
Ideal for people who have bought or
are thinking of buying a digital camera
and who would like to learn the basics
of how to take photos and also how
to upload them to a computer. Topics
included are camera handling creating
and editing folders.
7642/14/A CR 17/09/2014 Wed 13:00 15:00 10 85
7642/14/B CR 07/01/2015 Wed 13:00 15:00 10 85
7642/14/C CR 22/04/2015 Wed 13:00 15:00 10 85
Dreamweaver Level 1
CG Certificate in creating
simple websites
An introduction to website design using
Adobe Dreamweaver to create elementary
web pages for home use. You should have
good PC skills (ECDL or equivalent) and be
familiar with the internet.
8935/14/A WA 09/09/2014 Tues 18:45 21:30 8 158
8935/14/C WA 22/01/2015 Thurs 18:45 21:30 8 158
Dreamweaver Level 2
CG Award in designing and
creating multi-page websites
Learn to design and create superb web
pages and put them on the internet
using the latest Adobe package of
Dreamweaver and Photoshop. Teaches
basic HTML as well as the WYSIWYG
design to build the necessary skills in
website design.
0731/14/A WA 11/11/2014 Tues 18:45 21:30 11 263
0731/14/C WA 26/03/2015 Thurs 18:45 21:30 11 263

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