Online Enrolments

This course offers learners an opportunity to develop their skills in using accounting software. By the end of the course you will be able to understand the benefits and risks of using accounting software, set up accounts, record bank and cash transactions and produce reports using accounting software.

PLEASE CALL 020 8726 6000 extension or 62604 or email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk to enquire about upcoming courses.

To be considered for a place on this course you will need to attend an information / interview sessions to be held at 10:00 in the CALAT Thornton Heath centre on the following upcoming date(s):

Monday 20th April 2020 - this session has been postponed.

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session for this course and follow the booking / registration instructions. If the course displays 'Full' or 'No spaces available', do continue to register and book the session as we operate a waiting list for places when they become available. If you have any queries please email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 extension 62604 for more information.

NB: If you have registered with the AAT within the last 12 months please bring proof at the time of enrolment. The £44 registration fee will then be deducted from the total cost of the course.

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This course offers an introduction to the essential skills in single entry bookkeeping. The qualification is suitable for those learners who wish to acquire basic bookkeeping skills and for those who are preparing to enter a bookkeeping job role. It is also suitable for those who are already employed in bookkeeping roles, those wishing to develop their skills and small business owners who want to do their own books.

PLEASE CALL 020 8726 6000 extension or 62604 or email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk to enquire about upcoming courses.

To be considered for a place on this course you will need to attend an information / interview sessions to be held at 10:00 in the CALAT Thornton Heath centre on the following upcoming date(s):

Monday 20th April 2020 - this session has been postponed.

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session for this course and follow the booking / registration instructions. If the course displays 'Full' or 'No spaces available', do continue to register and book the session as we operate a waiting list for places when they become available. If you have any queries please email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 extension 50149 / 62604 for more information.

NB: If you have registered with the AAT within the last 12 months please bring proof at the time of enrolment. The £44 registration fee will then be deducted from the total cost of the course.

Courses

Course Summary

The course aims to build confidence in looking, analysing and listening and talking about art by developing an understanding of the world of Modern and Contemporary Art from 1880 onwards. Learners are able to explore and identify why and how art works are made by comparing the present with the past, evaluating the consequences of past events and decisions, and determining the outcomes that were made into art. They are encouraged to develop and use specialist vocabulary relating to the artist’s techniques and art work and visit galleries/museums and use the internet to research. Each term some sessions are devoted to artists who show work in London.

Learners will be able to
1. Develop an understanding of the world of modern art from 1880 onwards by talking and listening and looking at art and artists and making notes in their notebooks for future reference.
2. Learners are able to explore and identify why and how art works are made by comparing and contrasting the present with the past, and art movements with other art movement, evaluating the consequences of past events and decisions, and determining the outcomes that were made into art by answering questions during the sessions.
3. They are encouraged to learn & understand art terms and develop and use specialist art vocabulary relating to the artist’s techniques and art work & art movements.
4. Learners are encouraged to visit galleries/museums and use the internet to research world art from 1880 onwards with some optional home art sat each term and they can present these in and display in the classroom.
5. Each term some sessions are devoted to artists who show work in London thus enabling as many leaners as possible to attend art exhibitions and see art work in the flesh. Learners encouraged to talk and show samples from their visits.

Courses

Summary

An Online interactive Seminar using high resolution images and engaging activities that provide an insight into the life and times, Art and techniques of the Artists concerned. Invaluable for people new to Art history and those with some experience

Courses

This course will provide you with a recognised qualification in Business Administration and is ideal for anyone wishing to update skills or enter this area of work. The course will give you the skills to work in an administrative environment producing a variety of business documents, undertaking practical activities and gain confidence in verbal communication.

PLEASE CALL 020 8726 6000 extension or 62604 or email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk to enquire about upcoming courses.

To be considered for a place on this course you will need to attend an information / interview sessions to be held at 10:00 in the CALAT Thornton Heath centre on the following upcoming date(s):


Tuesday 31st March 2020 - this session has been postponed.
Tuesday 21st April 2020 - this session has been postponed.

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session for this course and follow the booking / registration instructions. If the course displays 'Full' or 'No spaces available', do continue to register and book the session as we operate a waiting list for places when they become available. If you have any queries please email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 extension 62604 for more information.

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This qualification aims to develop existing knowledge, understanding and skills needed by an employee in an administrative role. The course is ideal for those who wish to extend their knowledge of administration and computing whilst gaining a recognised Level 2 qualification within 12 weeks.

PLEASE CALL 020 8726 6000 extension or 62604 or email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk to enquire about upcoming courses.

To be considered for a place on this course you will need to attend an information / interview sessions to be held at 10:00 in the CALAT Thornton Heath centre on the following upcoming date(s):

Tuesday 31st March 2020 - this session has been postponed.
Tuesday 21st April 2020 - this session has been postponed.

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session for this course and follow the booking / registration instructions. If the course displays 'Full' or 'No spaces available', do continue to register and book the session as we operate a waiting list for places when they become available. If you have any queries please email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 extension 62604 for more information.

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This short course is for you if you are interested in working with young children and do not have an existing childcare qualification. The course includes an opportunity to visit an Early Years setting. Successful completion of the course allows you to work in or be a volunteer in a supervised capacity in an Early Years setting and you can apply to join the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Introduction to Early Years Care and Education.

Attendance at an English and Maths assessment and information / interview session is required before you can enrol on this course. These sessions will start at 09:30am promptly, please attend on time as unfortunately you will not be able to join the session if you arrive late. The sessions will be held at CALAT Thornton Heath centre on the following date(s):

Note - *these session will now be held remotely. Please register and book your session.

Friday 24th April 2020
Friday 1st May 2020
Friday 15th May 2020
Friday 19th June 2020
Friday 3rd July 2020

Please bring in documentation such as passport etc on the information/interview session so we can complete eligibility.

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session for this course and follow the booking / registration instructions.To contact a member of staff in the early years team please call 020 8726 6000 extension 18361. Alternatively email training4care@croydon.gov.uk.

Courses

This course is for you if you want to progress your career in Early Years (children aged 0 - 5 years) and have an existing Early Years qualification or substantial and recent experience of at least one years’ experience in an Early Years setting.

On successful completion of this course you may be able to apply to join the Childcare Level 3 course.

Attendance at an English and Maths assessment and information / interview session is required before you can enrol on this course. These sessions will start at 09:30am promptly, please attend on time as unfortunately you will not be able to join the session if you arrive late. The sessions will be held at CALAT Thornton Heath centre on the following date(s):

Note - *these session will now be held remotely. Please register and book your session.

Friday 24th April 2020
Friday 1st May 2020
Friday 15th May 2020
Friday 19th June 2020
Friday 3rd July 2020

Please bring in documentation such as passport etc on the information/interview session so we can complete eligibility.

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session for this course and follow the booking / registration instructions. To contact a member of staff in the early years team please call 020 8726 6000 extension 18361. Alternatively email training4care@croydon.gov.uk.

Courses

Level 3 Diploma for Children’s Workforce – Early Years Educator

This qualification is an excellent opportunity for you to progress your career.

If you are interested please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk for an informal discussion with the course tutor.

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Children and Young Persons Workforce Level 3

This qualification is an excellent opportunity for you to build the knowledge and skills needed when working with children and young people from birth to 19 years. It covers a diverse range of job roles and occupational areas and suitable for anyone who works or wants to work at a supervisory level in the children and young people’s workforce.

If you are interested please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk for an informal discussion with the course tutor.

Courses

Summary

Clothes Making Workshop – Help with Sewing Projects

This workshop for students to bring along existing or new projects and get some professional help. A session to discuss best sewing methods for fabric type and project, to help with areas of difficulty and tricky techniques. Students will be intermediate to advanced level and be confident on the sewing machine.

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Summary

This is an online Clothesmaking course aimed at beginners’ level. You will need to have your own sewing machine at home and access to the internet and zoom meetings
This course will teach you how to thread and use the basic functions of the sewing machine. Complete beginners will practise techniques and work on a simple project in order to learn new techniques and gain confidence. More experienced students will choose, with tutor guidance a simple project, with personally challenging techniques. The course will give you access to online sewing resources, videos and stockists and advice from an experienced, qualified tutor

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Course Summary

This is an online Clothesmaking course aimed at intermediate level. You will need to have your own sewing machine at home and access to the internet and zoom meetings.
This course will further your skills in clothesmaking, enabling you to build upon existing knowledge, discuss and problem solve on individual projects. The course will give you access to online sewing resources, videos and stockists and advice from an experienced, qualified tutor

Courses

Summary

Upcycle, Repair and Alter Your Wardrobe

Students will bring one, or a few garments along to a two-hour evening session to discuss and share ideas of how to upcycle, alter and repair existing garments. Love the fabric of a top but it no longer fits, then alter it, or make it into something else. In the following two days’ students will then learn how to carry out personal sewing tasks with tutor guidance and support. This will give learners the confidence and ideas to try out more projects at home.

Dates
Monday 20th 10.00 - 12.00
Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th July 10.00 - 16.00
Students will bring own thread and haberdasheries needed

Courses

This qualification will enable you to develop the skills required to deliver efficient and reliable customer service. It is aimed at those who are new to or wish to develop skills and understanding in a broader range of customer service practice.

PLEASE CALL 020 8726 6000 extension or 62604 or email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk to enquire about upcoming courses.

To be considered for a place on this course you will need to attend an information / interview sessions to be held at 10:00 at the CALAT Croydon Clocktower Centre on the following upcoming date(s):

Saturday 25th April 2020 - this session has been postponed.

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session for this course and follow the booking / registration instructions. If the course displays 'Full' or 'No spaces available', do continue to register and book the session as we operate a waiting list for places when they become available. If you have any queries please email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 extension 62604 for more information.

Courses

Course Summary

Please DO NOT use the 'Enrol' button below, you need to attend an information session - please read the information below.


By the end of the course learners will be able to:

Use keyboard and mouse skills
Move around the Windows environment
Use Word 2016 to understand how to select and make choices in a program
Use Excel 2016 to carry out calculations using functions, create a chart
Use PowerPoint 2016 to create a simple presentation

To be considered for enrolment on this course you will need to attend a Computing/IT assessment/information session held every Monday at 1pm and 2pm in our CALAT Central Croydon Centre during term-times only. (Please DO NOT use the 'Enrol' button).

You may also drop in on the day for the assessment/information session as pre-booking is not a requirement. If you have any queries please email philip.deakin@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 ext. 50121 or 52509 for more information.

Help with Fees/Childcare:
Discretionary Learner Support is offered to those that are on a low household income and offers up to 90% off the cost of your course though eligibility criteria may vary during the academic year or term in which your course is running.

Our Childcare Support Fund is also available upon request.

NB: Please bring along proof of your income (or any benefits you may be in receipt of) to your assessment/information session as well as ID such as a driving licence, bank card, passport or Home Office letter. Accredited courses are free to those in receipt of certain benefits (dependent also on household income).

Courses

French: An Introduction to French

PLEASE NOTE:

This course will now be taught online

This complete beginners course is suitable for learners who have never learned the language before or who have a very limited knowledge. It will cover first contacts, basic "getting to know you" phrases and ordering drinks and snacks in a cafe. There is no formal accreditation with this course

Courses

Terms 2 & 3 French Continuing Beginners ABC E3 Reading & Writing

PLEASE NOTE:

Both of these courses will now be taught online.


This course assumes you have studied French for about 3 or 4 months and can cope in first contact situations and communicate very simply in the language. You will learn how to describe yourself and others in greater detail, referring to your daily routine and leisure activities. You will learn to talk about where you live and where you are from and describe your home. You will work towards the ABC Entry 3 Award in Reading and Writing in French (ABC is the Awarding Body). This involves compiling a small portfolio of assessments done in class which will then be internally and externally verified. All fees include the cost of this accreditation.

Courses

French Improvers Term 3 non-accredited

PLEASE NOTE - IMPORTANT
Both of these courses will now be taught online.

You should have at least 1 year of study of French and the ability to get by in the language and cope with social situations and travel information.

During this course, you will continue to practise using the passe compose (past tense) to increase confidence and fluency.

There will be no formal examinations this term.

Courses

French Intermediate lower level term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.

This course follows on from the previous Intermediate lower level course and assumes you have studied French for 2-3 years and can cope in an informal social situation including making references to the past. You will continue to practise using the various past tenses.

Courses

French Intermediate upper level term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.

This course follows on from the previous Intermediate Upper level course and assumes you have studied French for 3-4 years. You might already have a GCSE which you want to refresh. You will further practise and consolidate the use of the present, future and past tenses. You will also consolidate your use of the conditional tense and be able to express your opinions better.

Courses

French lower advanced term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.

This course follows on from the term Lower Advanced term 2 course. To join this advanced AS standard class you should have studied French for 4 or 5 years and probably obtained a good grade at GCSE. You should be able to cope reasonably well in discussions with a native speaker. You will learn how to converse, understand, and write in French with more confidence. You will improve your skills in presenting an argument using topical materials from French speaking countries.and will consolidate your knowledge of French grammar

Courses

French upper advanced term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
Both of these courses will now be taught online.

The course follows on from the term 2 Upper Advanced course.To join this advanced class you should have studied French for at least 5 years and be able to converse well with a native speaker.
The course will give you the opportunity to improve your fluency and to use and understand more complex language. You will increase your mastery of the various tenses to express yourself more to express yourself more confidently both in written work and by taking part in discussions on various topics. You will further enhance your reading skills and knowledge of the culture of the French countries concerned and will further explore literature and film.

Courses

German Intermediate Plus term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.


This course assumes you have studied German for 3-4 years. You can probably use the present, past and future tenses with reasonable confidence and can already form quite detailed sentences. You should already be able to hold a meet and greet conversation with confidence with a native speaker, exchanging personal details about yourself and your family.

During this course you will continue to learn to speak with increased fluency and accuracy using past, present and future tenses.

There will be no formal accreditation this term.

Courses

Greek Intermediate upper level plus term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.


This course follows on from the autumn and spring term courses and assumes you have studied Greek for 3-4 years and can hold a conversation with a native speaker with a reasonable degree of confidence, employing different tenses.

Courses

Are you seeking a career in the health and social care sector? Then this introductory course is for you.

You will be supported to look for work within the sector as well as working towards a level 1 City & Guilds award. The programme offers an excellent progression route to the Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care, the nationally recognised professional qualification in care work.This course will help you:

* Understand more about working in health and social care
* Develop the English skills needed to work in care
* Gain a recognised certificate in literacy
* Develop job search and interview skills

Attendance at an English and Maths assessment and information / interview session is required before you can enrol on this course. These sessions will start at 09:30am promptly, please attend on time as unfortunately you will not be able to join the session if you arrive late. The sessions will be held at CALAT Thornton Heath centre on the following date(s):

Note - *these session will now be held remotely. Please register and book your session.

Friday 24th April 2020
Friday 1st May 2020
Friday 15th May 2020
Friday 19th June 2020
Friday 3rd July 2020

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session date of choice.To contact a member of staff in the health and social care team call 020 8726 6000 extension 88064 / 18361. Alternatively email training4care@croydon.gov.uk.

Courses

Italian continuing beginners ABC E3 Reading & Writing

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.


This course assumes you have studied Italian for 3 or 4 months and can cope in first contact situations and communicate very simply in the language. You will learn how to describe yourself and others in greater detail, referring to your daily routine and leisure activities. You will learn to talk about where you live and where you are from and describe your home. You will work towards the ABC Entry 3 Award in Reading and Writing in Italian (ABC is the Awarding Body). This involves compiling a small portfolio of assessments done in class which will then be internally and externally verified. All fees include the cost of this accreditation.

Courses

Italian Improvers term 3 non-accredited

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.


This course follows on from the previous term 1 and term 2 Improver's course and assumes you can get by in Italian with a degree of confidence in various social situations, employing the present and simple past tenses. This term you will continue to practise the tenses to increase your confidence and fluency.

Courses

Italian upper advanced

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.


The course follows on from the term 2 Upper Advanced course.To join this advanced class you should have studied Italian for at least 5 years and be able to converse well with a native speaker. The course will give you the opportunity to improve your fluency and to use and understand more complex language. You will increase your mastery of the various tenses to express yourself more to express yourself more confidently both in written work and by taking part in discussions on various topics. You will further enhance your reading skills and knowledge of the culture of Italy and will further explore literature and film.

Courses

Japanese Continuing Beginners term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.


This course assumes approximately 6 months of previous study. You must already be able to cope in simple social situations in Japanese, exchanging a few personal details about yourself and your family. This course is not suitable for complete beginners

Courses

Japanese Lower Intermediate term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.


Students should already be able to read and write in both Japanese syllabaries and should be able to get by in the language and to cope with social situations and simple travel information.
The course aims to gradually build the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing with a focus on consolidating the understanding of syntactic structures and developing a more complex vocabulary.

Courses

Summary

Why should I do this course?
Learn how to knit.
Learn how to make simple garments: scarves, hats, cushion covers, toys, presents.
Have fun learning a new, useful skill.

Courses

This course is for you if you have completed a Level 1 in Childcare and want to progress onto the Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioners.

The course will build essential skills which will help prepare you for the Level 2 Diploma, and topics included will include:

* Intensive training to develop skills of grammar and punctuation ,reading and writing
* Study Skills and assignment writing
* Child development
* Supporting children’s development
* Early years curriculum
* Rights and responsibilities in the workplace

You will need to have achieved a level 1 in Childcare

Attendance at an English and Maths assessment and information / interview session is required before you can enrol on this course. These sessions will start at 09:30am promptly, please attend on time as unfortunately you will not be able to join the session if you arrive late. The sessions will be held at CALAT Thornton Heath centre on the following date(s):

Note - *these session will now be held remotely. Please register and book your session.

Friday 24th April 2020
Friday 1st May 2020
Friday 15th May 2020
Friday 19th June 2020
Friday 3rd July 2020

Please bring in documentation such as passport etc on the information/interview session so we can complete eligibility.

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session for this course and follow the booking / registration instructions.To contact a member of staff in the early years team please call 020 8726 6000 extension 18361. Alternatively email training4care@croydon.gov.uk.

Courses

This course is for carers or support workers who are currently working within the adult health and social care sector and want to gain this nationally recognised qualification. You will develop and extend your practice and learn about the legislation that underpins the health and social care sector.

The course requires you to have a minimum of 3 months experience of working in the adult health and social care setting and you should be working approximately 10 hours per week.

Attendance at an English and Maths assessment and information / interview session is required before you can enrol on this course. These sessions will start at 09:30am promptly, please attend on time as unfortunately you will not be able to join the session if you arrive late. The sessions will be held at CALAT Thornton Heath centre on the following date(s):

Note - *these session will now be held remotely. Please register and book your session.

Friday 24th April 2020
Friday 1st May 2020
Friday 15th May 2020
Friday 19th June 2020
Friday 3rd July 2020

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session date of choice.To contact a member of staff in the health and social care team call 020 8726 6000 extension 88064 / 18361. Alternatively email training4care@croydon.gov.uk.

Courses

Course Summary

Please DO NOT use the 'Enrol' button below, you need to attend an information session - please read the information below.


By the end of the course the learners will be able to:

Use Microsoft Word 2016 to word process and print out documents, reports etc
Use Microsoft Excel 2016 to create spread sheets, charts and graphs
Use Microsoft Access 2016 to create tables, queries and reports.

To be considered for enrolment on this course you will need to attend a Computing/IT assessment and information session held on Mondays at 1pm and 2pm in our CALAT Central Croydon Centre during term-times only. (Please DO NOT use the 'Enrol' button).

You may also drop in on the day for the assessment/information session as pre- booking is not a requirement. If you have any queries please email philip.deakin@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 ext. 50121 or 52509 for more information.

Accredited courses are free to those claiming certain benefits (dependent also on household income).

Help with Fees/Childcare:
Our Discretionary Learner Support fund offers those that are on a low household income up to 90% off the cost of their course. Eligibility criteria may vary during the academic year or term in which your course is running.

Our Childcare Support Fund is also available upon request.

NB: Please bring along proof of your income (or any benefits you may be in receipt of) to your assessment/information session as well as ID such as a driving licence, bank card, passport or Home Office letter.

Courses

Course Summary

Please DO NOT use the 'Enrol' button below, you need to attend an information session - please read the information below.


By the end of the course the learners will be able to:

Use Microsoft Word 2016 to word process, format and print out documents
Use Microsoft Excel 2016 to create basic spread sheets, used basic formulae, create a chart
Use Microsoft Power Point 2016 to create a simple presentation using slides, pictures and text.

To be considered for enrolment on this course you will need to attend a Computing/IT assessment/information session held every Monday at 1.00pm or 2.00pm during term-times only at our CALAT Central Croydon Centre. (Please DO NOT click on the 'Enrol' button)

You may also drop in on the day for the assessment/information session as pre-booking is not a requirement. If you have any queries please email philip.deakin@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 ext. 50121 or 52509 for more information.

Accredited courses are free to those in receipt of certain benefits (dependent also on household income).

Help with Fees/Childcare:
Our Discretionary Learner Support fund offers those that are on a low household income up to 90% off the cost of their course. Eligibility criteria may vary during the academic year or term in which your course is running.

Our Childcare Support Fund is also available upon request.

NB: Please bring along proof of your income (or any benefits you may be in receipt of) to your assessment/information session as well as ID such as a driving licence, bank card, passport or Home Office letter.

Courses

Summary

An Online interactive practical Art course utilising online classroom software ( zoom) Designed to help you increase confidence in painting and drawing, developing observational skills and learn a range of painting and drawing techniques, within a supportive and learning environment.

Courses

A practical drawing and painting course that will guide all abilities through a range of materials and techniques in order to develop observation skills and a personal creative approach to image making.

Courses

Summary

This is an online course and requires access to the video conferencing App Zoom.
A practical drawing and painting course from your own home, introducing students to a range of materials and techniques, with a focus on developing observation skills, core art skills and individual creative expression.

Courses

Painting & Drawing Intermediate/Advanced Friday AM

This is an intermediate/advanced painting and drawing class. During the course, you will develop your confidence in drawing and painting and develop observational skills within a supportive and learning studio environment.

You will increase you knowledge of how to successfully draw and paint from observation and from learning the skills and techniques of other artists.

Course fees over £120.00 may be made by Standing Order. To help you decide if you wish to pay your fee by standing order, please refer to instructions listed under Enrolment Information.

Courses

Summary

A 3 day course learning the fundamentals on how to use a figure or several figures in a composition with an opportunity to work from a life model (nude) and a visit to a London Gallery.

Courses

Portuguese Intermediate plus term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.

This course assumes you have studied Portuguese for 3-4 years and can hold a short conversation with a native speaker, using the present tense and making some references to the past and future. During this course you will increase your ability and confidence when using the different tenses, both in spoken and written work.

Courses

Spanish: An Introduction to Spanish

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.


This complete beginners course is suitable for learners who have never learned the language before or who have a very limited knowledge. It will cover first contacts, basic "getting to know you" phrases and ordering drinks and snacks in a cafe. There is no formal accreditation with this course.

Courses

Spanish continuing beginners ABC E3 Reading & Writing

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
All three courses below will now be taught online.


This course assumes you have studied Spanish for about 3 or 4 months and can cope in first contact situations and communicate very simply in the language. You will learn how to describe yourself and others in greater detail, referring to your daily routine and leisure activities. You will learn to talk about where you live and where you are from and describe your home. You will work towards the ABC Entry 3 Award in Reading and Writing in Spanish (ABC is the Awarding Body). This involves compiling a small portfolio of assessments done in class which will then be internally and externally verified. All fees include the cost of this accreditation.

Courses

Spanish Continuing Beginners term 3 - Non-Accredited

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.


This course follows on from the previous term 2 Continuing Beginners course and is suitable for learners who have a very basic knowledge of Spanish. It is not suitable for complete beginners.

During this course you will learn to speak and write more simple Spanish phrases with increased confidence and will begin to build up your vocabulary and knowledge of Spanish grammar.

Courses

Spanish Improvers term 3 non accredited

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.


This course follows on from the previous term 1 and term 2 Improver's course and assumes you can get by in Spanish with a degree of confidence in various social situations, employing the present and simple past tenses. This term you will continue to practise the tenses to increase your confidence and fluency.

Courses

Spanish Intermediate lower level term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.

This course follows on from the Intermediate lower level terms 1 & 2 course and assumes you have studied Spanish for 2-3 years and can cope in an informal social situation including making references to the past. You will continue to practise using the various past tenses.

Courses

Spanish Intermediate Upper Level Term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.


This course assumes you have studied Spanish for about 4 years. You might already have a GCSE which you want to refresh. You are probably fairly confident using the present, past and future tenses. You may have done some work on the conditional tense but need more practice. You are able to converse and express opinions using using intermediate vocabulary.

Courses

Spanish lower advanced term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
Both of these courses will now be taught online.


This course follows on from the Lower Advanced term 2 course. To join this advanced AS standard class you should have studied Spanish for 4 or 5 years and probably obtained a good grade at GCSE. You should be able to cope reasonably well in discussions with a native speaker. You will learn how to converse, understand, and write in Spanish with more confidence. You will further improve your skills in presenting an argument using topical materials from Spanish speaking countries.and will consolidate your knowledge of Spanish grammar.

Courses

Spanish upper advanced term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
Both of these courses will now be taught online.


This course follows on from the term 2 Upper Advanced course.To join this advanced class you should have studied Spanish for at least 5 years and be able to converse well with a native speaker.

The course will give you the opportunity to improve your fluency and to use and understand more complex language. You will increase your mastery of the various tenses to express yourself more to express yourself more confidently both in written work and by taking part in discussions on various topics. You will further enhance your reading skills and knowledge of the culture of various Spanish speaking countries and will further explore literature and film.

Courses

Spanish very advanced conversation term 3

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:
This course will now be taught online.

To join this very Advanced conversation class you should have studied Spanish for at least 5 years and be able to converse well with a native Spanish speaker. You will further develop your conversational skills and fluency, speaking about everyday contemporary and cultural issues, current affairs and general situations

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Do you want to understand the skills and personal qualities necessary to gain employment in a school? This course will help you create an action plan for future learning and employment. You will learn about the roles and responsibilities of teaching assistants, how to develop and practice your communication, presentation and teamwork skills whilst identifying your strengths and areas for development.

To be considered for a place on this course you must book and attend 1 pre course information / interview session at 9:30, CALAT Thornton Heath centre on the following date(s) and times:

Tuesday, 21st April 2020 - CANCELLED
Tuesday, 5th May 2020
Tuesday, 19th May 2020
Tuesday, 2nd June 2020
Tuesday, 16th June 2020
Tuesday, 30th June 2020
Tuesday, 7th July 2020
Tuesday, 14th July 2020

Unless you have GCSE English and maths (grades A-C / 9-5) or level 1 / 2 functional skills in both subjects (within 12 months of the session) you will need to take an online English and maths assessment held every Tuesday at 3:15pm - 5:15pm.

To book an information assessment date, you will need to register on our website.

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book and attend on 1 information assessment date of choice for this course, this will add your choice to the shopping basket, you will then need to choose an assessment date by clicking on “MY ENROLMENTS” when you have logged in to your account. This will take you to another screen. Find your course and select a date/time on the drop down option against the course.

If the course displays 'Full' or 'No spaces available', do continue to register and book the session as we operate a waiting list for places when they become available. To contact a member of staff in the wider schools workforce team call 020 8726 6000 extension 18362. Alternatively email childrensworkforce@croydon.gov.uk.

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Using Computing Skills for Work - Moving On Entry

Please DO NOT use the 'Enrol' button below, you need to attend an information session - please read the information below.


By the end of the course the learners will be able to:

Embed keyboard and mouse skills, familiarity with the Windows environment (file management)
Use employability skills within the course (communication, time keeping, problem solving skills)
Use Word 2016 to word process, format and print out documents
Use Internet Explorer to search for information on the internet
Use an email program to working with emails.

To be considered for enrolment on this course you will need to attend a Computing/ICT assessment/information session held every Monday at 1.00 pm or 2.00 pm during term-times only. (Please DO NOT use the 'Enrol' button).

You may also drop in on the day for the assessment/information session as pre-booking is not a requirement. If you have any queries please email philip.deakin@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 ext. 50121 or 52509 for more information.

Help with Fees/Childcare:
Our Discretionary Learner Support fund offers those that are on a low household income up to 90% off the cost of their course. Eligibility criteria may vary during the academic year or term in which your course is running.

Accredited courses are free to those in receipt of certain benefits (dependent also on household income).

Our Childcare Support Fund is also available upon request.

NB: Please bring along proof of your income (or any benefits you may be claiming) to your assessment/information session as well as ID such as a driving licence, bank card, passport or Home Office letter.

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