11 Course Information: 01924 789111 General Information: 01924 789789 Distance/ Online Learning Look out for this coloured flag in the course listings to find Distance/ Online Learning If you take a distance/ online learning course you don't have to give up your day job! You can learn while you earn. You can add a new qualification to your CV and improve your prospects of a better job and a better salary, and you can fit your coursework around all your other commitments too. Join the millions of distance learning students from all over the world who have improved their career options, and their lives, with the help of distance learning courses. Wakefield College's Online facility, which is run through its Services to Business arm, has gone from strength to strength since its inception several years ago and has a highly qualified and experienced team of staff which has e- learning development as its central purpose. Online students who live in many different areas of the UK are able to study a wide range of both accredited and non-accredited courses. " In last two years almost 350 students accessed the online facility to gain a qualification with a grade A from the British Computer Society." Diane Keegan Online Curriculum Coordinator As part of our commitment to all students, we are expanding our provision of online and distance learning programmes. Online courses are ideal for students who are unable to attend College at specified times and wish to complete the majority of their course work via the Internet. Online learning widens opportunity for participation because of the flexibility which this type of learning allows. Students will be able to study whole courses online or elements of courses online, fitting learning in with other commitments. In addition, all registered students will have access to learning support material and information. As part of your course you will have a personal tutor who is able to support and mentor you throughout the learning process. Our students come from varied backgrounds, different levels of education, and many continents of the world. Distance learning - the benefits Distance/ online learning is a new experience for many people, as most of us associate learning with going to school, to college or to university, so you might not be aware of its many benefits. Some Distance/ Online Learning courses at a glance... CLAiT Certificate/ Diploma Page 19 ECDL Page 20 Occupational Health and Safety Page 31 Certificate in Dementia Awareness Page 32 Case Study: Paul Conteh British Computer Society ( BCS) European Computer Driving Licence ( ECDL) Advanced Certificate in Using ICT Paul is studying for the course through Wakefield College's Online Learning Centre. " My learning experience is proving very flexible and interesting. The course is helping me to gain a good knowledge of IT and is continually enhancing the development of my computer skills. I would recommend the course to anyone; the qualifications are great and are recognised by many organisations. The opportunity for flexible learning is great and the response from my tutors is excellent." In the Gambia, education is only compulsory between the ages of 8 and 11 and many children and adults are unable to read or write. When he is fully qualified and has gained the ECDL Advanced qualification, he would like to share his knowledge with his colleagues and he hopes to become an IT tutor in the Gambia. Case Study: Kevin Howarth NVQ 4 Certificate in Management " I completed the NVQ 4 Certificate in Management in 2009 at Wakefield College's Thornes Park Campus. Although the location of the College was a deciding factor, I had studied here years earlier when I first left school and enjoyed success. " The course was difficult yet achievable once I convinced myself to knuckle down and get on with it; you have to give it the time that it deserves and not expect not to have to put any effort in. " The course was distance learning so I only came to Wakefield College for tutorials, the environment was good and I found that every member of staff that I came into contact with was helpful and professional at all times. " I would encourage anyone to take up further education at Wakefield College as I find the environment and staff warm and friendly whilst being patient, professional and conducive to learning. To people who are against furthering their education I would say reconsider and do something now or risk being left behind by others."

12 www. wakefield. ac. uk Apprenticeships & e2e Courses Apprenticeships are for those aged 16 - 24 who have left full time education or are already in employment. Contact the College's Work Based Learning Unit on 01924 789469 to request an application form. Entry to Employment ( e2e) courses are for those aged 16 - 18 who are not working or in education. Contact our e2e office on 01924 789403 or your local Connexions centre for more information or www. e2ewakefield. co. uk. Higher Education Courses Full details of Access, Higher Education and Professional courses can be found in our Higher Education Prospectus. Full- time HND and Foundation Degrees must be applied for through Universities and Colleges Admissions Service ( UCAS) - www. ucas. com. Vocational Courses Aimed at Adults These are accredited courses, many of which are offered at various levels, enabling you to progressively develop your competencies and knowledge. You can enhance your existing skills or learn new ones, and improve your job or career prospects. Use the application form in this Prospectus to apply for these courses. Leisure & Pleasure Courses These are courses that enable you to learn new skills, broaden your horizons, pursue a new or existing hobby, relax and have fun. Use the application form in this Prospectus to apply for these courses. Skills for Life & Work Courses If your English or Maths let you down, these courses allow you to brush up your skills and can lead to a qualification. Programmes run at all College Campuses. Phone 01924 789385 for further information. International Students and Host Families Each year Wakefield College welcomes a small number of students from all over the world. They spend time studying at the College, sometimes on a student exchange/ work placement ( typically for three weeks) or for longer periods of time. We are always interested to hear from anyone who would like to provide accommodation for our international students - for which you will receive payment for their board and lodgings - on a short or long term basis. Please contact the International Centre, telephone 01924 789554 or email Lesley Rowe at l. rowe@ wakefield. ac. uk to find out more. The Flag System Explained Applications for part- time HNC and professional courses must be made direct to Wakefield College. Phone 01924 789111. Business Training High quality flexible training designed and delivered by College staff for companies and their employees, either at College or on company premises. Phone 01924 789715 to book or for further information. Courses Essential for Employment These courses all lead to qualifications which are an essential prerequisite for working in a particular field or job. Use the application form in this Prospectus to apply for these courses. Distance Learning/ Online Courses Learn at a time and place to suit you, with tutor support if needed. Students will need internet access. Phone 01924 789229 For further information. Enrolment Dates & Times Please enrol at the Campus where your course is to be held, on the dates specified below. Enrolment times for all Campuses Monday to Thursday 10am - 7pm Wakefield Campus: Thursday 2 July & Monday 6 July Enrolments for Catering & Hospitality, French, GCSE Maths & English, Human Physiology, Sociology, Spanish, Skills for Life and Travel & Tourism courses Enrolments for Catering & Hospitality, Counselling ( 1- 7pm), GCSE Maths & English, Sociology, Skills for Life and Travel & Tourism Thornes Park Campus: Monday 6 July & Tuesday 7 July Enrolments for Management & Finance courses Enrolments for Floristry, Sport, Management & Finance courses skillsXchange: Thursday 9 July For all skillsXchange courses Additional enrolment days ( all Campuses) Tuesday 1 Sept - Friday 4 Sept Tuesday to Thursday 9am - 7.30pm Friday 9am - 4pm For all other courses Contact the College on 01924 789111 for details on how to apply. 2 JULY 6 JULY 6 JULY 7 JULY 9 JULY 1 SEPT 2 SEPT 4 SEPT 3 SEPT Dates for Your Diary Course Expo Thornes Park Campus 6pm - 8pm, Thursday 15 October 2009 Wakefield Campus Open Evening 6pm - 8pm, Thursday 21 January 2010 skillsXchange Open Evening 6pm - 8pm, Thursday 4 February 2010 Thornes Park Campus Open Evening 6pm - 8pm, Thursday 25 February 2010 15 OCTOBER 21 JANUARY 4 FEBRUARY 25 FEBRUARY