Free Courses For Jobs
Are you 19+ years old and interested in coming back to college to achieve a Level 3 qualification? Did you know that Newcastle College now offers a variety of free full-time courses to adults as part of the Free Courses For Jobs initiative.
What is the initiative?
In September 2020 the government announced the Free Courses for Jobs a new initiative set up to help those who have not achieved a Level 3 progress in their education through free training.
As part of the scheme we now offer a select number of courses free to study for adults who live in England, and are aged 19 and over who do not currently hold a Level 3.
How do I apply?
To register your interest, please email enquiries@ncl-coll.ac.uk who will provide you with further information and assess your eligibility for the scheme.
You can also apply to study any of the courses below. Browse now.
What can you study?
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting (Online and On Campus)
Master financial processes with this advanced level course. This flexible course is ideal for anyone who is looking to advance their existing knowledge of accounting.
Length: Tuesdays 6pm - 8pm weekly in class and 2.5 hours per week online for 35 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 12th September 2023
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Counselling Skills - Level 3 Diploma
This Level 3 Counselling course is perfect if you want to study counselling or develop your skills in a career where counselling skills are used.
Length: 10 hours per week for 14 weeks
Study: Short Course
Start Date: Various
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care - Level 3
Explore the principles behind dementia care, the different diagnoses, treatments and care methods available.
Length: 10 hours per week for 12 weeks
Study: Short Course
Start Date: Various
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Understanding Mental Health - Level 3
Understand the key principles of mental health legislation, services and public attitudes towards sufferers of mental ill health on this short course, while also showing how developments in the sector have influenced and continue to shape current practice.
Length: 10 hours per week for 10 weeks
Study: Short Course
Start Date: Various
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Supporting Teaching and Learning - Level 3
This Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning course is a one year programme that will help prepare you for employment as a Teaching Assistant.
Length: 4 hours per week for 35 weeks (plus 1 day per week work experience)
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 9th September 2024
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Award in Education and Training (AET) - Level 3
This Award in Education and Teaching course is a great introduction to teaching and is ideal if you are looking to find out more about the sector before undertaking further teaching qualifications.
Length: 3 hours / 1 evening per week for 10 weeks
Study: Short Course
Start Date: Various
Location: Teaching Development Centre
Professional Cookery - Level 3 (Part-Time)
This course could help you land your dream role in the kitchen. Gain an understanding of commodities used, current trends and the use of state-of-the-art technology in cooking.
Length: 6.5 hours per week for 34 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 2nd September 2024
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Professional Cookery - Level 3
Become a true MasterChef with this Professional Cookery - Level 3 course. Apply now.
Length: 1 year
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 2nd September 2024
Location: Rye Hill Campus
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