4 www. wakefield. ac. uk Our vocational courses successfully meet the needs of both individuals and employers. We provide high quality programmes in a flexible manner using a range of delivery methods, at employer premises or College Campuses. Our staff are committed, enthusiastic and professional, with wide experience in delivering to adults, and individual support is key to this delivery. Case Study: Ben Walting NVQ level 2 Motor Vehicle Body Repair " It was a culture shock and I had to work hard to achieve success but as a student I felt more relaxed and I looked forward to coming every week. After completing the 1st year and gaining more expertise, I was given jobs that required additional skills and I started to feel more respected by my colleagues. " I feel that I have learnt a lot - I'm gaining experience and insight into what is required and skills that I could use in another job." NVQs through Wakefield College NVQs are a way of demonstrating your skills and at the same time gaining a nationally recognised qualification. We offer a wide range of NVQs in the following vocational areas: AAT Payroll Administration, Barbering, Brickwork, Beauty Therapy, Business Administration, Business Improvement Techniques, Wood Occupations, Carry & Deliver Goods, Catering, Contact Centre Operations, Children's Care Learning & Development, Cleaning & Support Services, Customer Service, Dental Nursing, Driving Goods Vehicles, Electrical Installation, Engineering, Exercise & Fitness, Fork Lift Truck, Front Office, Hairdressing, Health, Health & Social Care, Hospitality Supervision, ITQ, Information Communication Technology, Logistics, Management, Motor Vehicle, Welding, Performing Engineering Operations, Occupational Health & Safety, Play Work, Retail, Supporting Teaching & Learning, Team Leading, Traffic Office and Warehousing & Storage Phone 01924 789111 for more information. Look out for this coloured flag in the course listings to find Vocational Courses aimed at Adults Case Study: Harriet Westmoreland Level 2 and 3 in Hairdressing " I looked at a few colleges but Wakefield was the only place I liked. I went to open events and the Wakefield College tutors were the only ones who approached me to talk about the course. I found them to be really enthusiastic. " The atmosphere at Wakefield College is very friendly. I learnt a lot from my course and the teaching was fun and varied. " It was great having the opportunity to work in a real working environment - the salon isn't just a teaching facility, the public are invited in and they get great priced treatments. This really helped me learn how to deal with the clients. I had the opportunity to build a good rapport with them and I learnt how to be patient - which I think really prepares you for working in the ' real world!' " I would recommend this course to anyone wanting to get into the hairdressing profession. I'm currently working at AVEDA in Harvey Nicholls - but I would love to come back to Wakefield College one day as a tutor in Hairdressing." Case Study: Gaynor Rogers Assessor's Award " I enrolled at Wakefield College in the early 1990s to study on the D32 and D33 - now the Assessor's Award, which started my career in Learning and Development. I felt that the course at Wakefield just had the edge over other providers and I couldn't ignore the great reputation of the College. " I then went on to achieve the Certificate in Personnel Practice qualification and I am now back in the classroom in my second year on the Professional Certificate in Education and Training. I think it is absolutely necessary to upgrade your skills, especially if you are in a training role like me. " I have really positive experiences of my time at Wakefield College. The tutors and staff are very encouraging and supportive and the fact that the courses are flexible helps as I find it hard balancing family life with working and learning! Having said all of that, I really enjoy it - I feel like I'm really achieving something. " I am definitely a different person and in a different place than when I started. I'd definitely recommend someone to continue learning - it keeps you going and your mind active - Just do it!" Vocational Courses for Adults

5 Course Information: 01924 789111 General Information: 01924 789789 Leisure & Pleasure Courses Digital Camera/ Imaging For those of you who prefer taking digital photographs, this five week course is perfect. Learn how to get the best from your camera and manipulate, repair and restore your images. Indian Head Massage - £ 47 Learn the principles and practice of Indian Head Massage in 3 hours on Wednesday evenings - 15 week course. Motorcycle Maintenance £ 140 plus £ 13 Certification In just two hours a week for ten weeks, you will learn the basic tasks associated with motor cycle servicing and repair. Work on College bikes or why not bring along one of your own! Car Maintenance £ 230 plus £ 46 Certification Suitable for anyone wanting to learn the basic tasks associated with car maintenance and servicing. Two hours a week for 30 weeks. Photography Workshop -£ 120 This ten week evening course is suitable for the keen photographer wanting to go in their own direction using black and white traditional photography skills. Wind down from your hectic lifestyle and explore your creative side... ... whether your interests lie in taking photographs or maintaining your motor bike, we have lots of great courses for you! Broaden your horizons, relax and have fun. You will get a real sense of achievement and the opportunity to make new friends. or bring along your old ones! IT Courses If you're not looking for a qualification but want to learn something new, we have a range of computing courses for you to choose from - whether you're a complete beginner or you'd like to update your existing IT skills. First Steps with your Computer 8 hours - £ 40 If you don't know how to turn on a computer, this basic structured course is for you! Computer Development Workshops £ 35 to £ 100 plus Certification Course available from Beginners to Advanced. Using Microsoft Office 2007 £ 85 each plus £ 10 Certification PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Word. One day courses - Introduction, Intermediate and Advanced. Look out for this coloured flag in the course listings to find Leisure & Pleasure Courses Think outside the box- we did Our iconic, state- of- the- art skillsXchange Campus is now open. Probably the most impressive building on the most successful contemporary regeneration project in Yorkshire - that's Wakefield College's new Campus, the skillsXchange at Glasshoughton, a distinctive, iconic structure, which has emerged out of the landscape in recent months. And the interior of the skillsXchange reflects that exterior - individual, modern, yet easy to navigate and full of kept promises. In beautifully appointed salons, including a nail bar, we now train the next generation of hairdressers and beauticians. These professional salons offer live training environments to our students. Motor vehicle and motorcycle students study in industry standard workshops, and purpose- built facilities accommodate the study of construction crafts - brickwork, carpentry and joinery, plumbing, gas and electrical installation, and also practical engineering - from electronics to mechanical engineering to welding and plant engineering. · Located at J32 off the M62, part of the £ 200 million, 335- acre mixed- use Glasshoughton business park · Cutting edge training facilities for both individuals and businesses - Construction, Motor Vehicle, Engineering, Hair and Beauty, IT and Care · State- of- the- art learning resource centre, equipped with the very latest in technology