Other Services
City & Guilds Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (7303)
The 7303 comprises just one unit, entitled ‘Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector’ which is based on the teaching/training cycle. It is built up of five sections which are assessed by the completion of two assessments, one theory and one practical. The award has a credit value of six credits on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
The 7303 Award is very hands-on and will not only introduce the basic theory behind teaching, but also develop your core presentation and practical skills, building your confidence in delivering learning to small and large groups of learners.
QEF Vocational Services is pleased to announce an Intensive PTLLS Course. This 5 day course is for people who intend to be teachers, trainers or instructors of adults. It is also suitable for existing teaching and training personnel in industry, commerce and the public sector.
The course attendance dates are compulsory and will be announced shortly.
Tutorial support is available for a further 3 months after the taught component to complete the assessment requirements.
The course times are 9.30a.m-4.30p.m Refreshments are available on site.
The course will be held at;
QEF Vocational Services,
Leatherhead Court,
Woodlands Road,
Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 OBN.
The cost of £650.00 + VAT includes tuition and assessment, registration with City & Guilds, internal & external verification & certification on completion.
For further information contact;
Angela Faulkner on 01372 378224
Email: angela@yewwood.fsnet.co.uk
Assessment and Development Centre
The College is fully committed to ensuring that it offers a comprehensive training and development package to all its trainees. The aim is to provide you with the skills and confidence to enable you to successfully undertake your vocational training, and for you to positively move into suitable and sustainable employment.
All trainees accepted into the College have a full induction, assessment and development period (of up to 3 weeks), in order to ascertain individual training and development needs.
The Assessment and Development Centre offers:
- A full and comprehensive Induction
- Assessments to identify any Literacy, Numeracy or ICT support needs.
- Practical Assessments and support specific to the Vocational Training
- A holistic Individual Employment Preparation Plan.
- Tailored group training in personal development i.e. Assertiveness, Confidence-Building, Work Ethics, stress management and Constructive Use of Leisure, some of which will be undertaken during the assessment and development period and also offered in sessions during your time at the college.
- Once assessed, you will be provided with the individual training agreed, together with opportunities to develop and the support empowering you to achieve positive steps to success.
Surrey Supported Employment
QEF Vocational Services is very pleased to offer a Job Broker Service under the New Deal for Disabled People programme. We can offer support for individuals with disabilities in receipt of Incapacity Benefit and living in Surrey, who are seeking to enter employment and are unsure of where to start.
The type of service available includes:
- Help to build up confidence, establish new goals and gain an awareness of opportunities available
- Individual career guidance
- Help in selecting an appropriate training course, if a need is identified
- Help in finding work, including voluntary or therapeutic in the first instance if necessary
- Assistance in improving job getting skills, including help with writing a CV and interview techniques
- General support towards full or part-time paid employment
If you live in Surrey and have a disability and are interested in getting back into work, please contact shirley.clark@qef.org.uk
Tel: 01372 841152 for further information.
As a member of Surrey Supported Employment QEF Vocational Services can also offer another programme known as Support Into Employment Project. This project is funded through the European Social Fund and Surrey Job Centre Plus and is ideal for those who wonder whether they can make the transition back into employment, and the initial steps could include some of the following:
- Build an individual vocational profile of skills and experience
- Assist in building confidence and establishing employment goals and aspirations
- Consider any options available towards the journey back into employment, such as training, voluntary work, travel training etc.
- Develop job getting skills
- Identify suitable job vacancies
- Assist with job applications and the preparation of a CV
- Provide interview training and support
- Set up and support work tasters
- Assist in settling into a new job and provide further support in the work place
For further information please contact:
shirley.clark@qef.org.uk
Tel: 01372 841152 for further information
Further information about Surrey Supported Employment:
The Partnership is made up of a group of organisations based in Surrey who have extensive experience in working with people with disabilities, including those with mental health issues, learning difficulties, visual impairment, and other types of disability such as heart conditions, diabetes, respiratory and mobility problems.
Regular meetings are held to share information and seminars, with guest speakers, are held three times a year when other service providers also attend.
For further information about Surrey Supported Employment please cal 0845-650-2638 or e-mail surreyse@yahoo.co.uk
Or visit their web-site at www.surrey-supported-employment.co.uk
