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 date(s):

Monday 6th January 2020 - this session is now full.
Monday 20th April 2020

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 date(s):

Monday 6th January 2020 - this session is now full.
Monday 20th April 2020

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

During the course depending on your progress you will learn about:Impressionism to the Modern Day - e.g. such as Pierre Bonnard, Frida Khalo, Giorgio de Chirico, Hockney etc.

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

Art History: 19th Century European Art

An interactive presentation 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. Get more out of your gallery visit and seeing Art around Europe with this popular CALAT course.

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British Sign Language: An Introduction to BSL

This is an introductory course to BSL and is designed to enable learners to begin to acquire a basic ability to communicate with Deaf People using Sign Language.

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Course Summary

Introduce you to the WordPress online software.
Learn the basics to enable you to build a website.
Learn how to design and publish your own website.

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 date(s):

Tuesday 17th December 2019 - this session is now full.
Thursday 9th January 2020
Tuesday 31st March 2020
Tuesday 21st April 2020

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 date(s):

Tuesday 17th December 2019 - this session is now full.
Thursday 9th January 2020
Tuesday 31st March 2020
Tuesday 21st April 2020

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):

Thursday 30th January 2020
Friday 7th February 2020
Friday 14th February 2020
Friday 28th February 2020
Friday 6th March 2020
Friday 20th March 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):

Thursday 30th January 2020
Friday 7th February 2020
Friday 14th February 2020
Friday 28th February 2020
Friday 6th March 2020
Friday 20th March 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.
2019
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.

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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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If you are interested in working as a home based childminder this is the course for you.Taught by experienced tutors, this short 12 week course will give you the basic knowledge and understanding to set up your childminding business on completion of the course. This qualification is accepted by Ofsted to run a home based childcare setting.

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):

Thursday 30th January 2020
Friday 7th February 2020
Friday 14th February 2020
Friday 28th February 2020
Friday 6th March 2020
Friday 20th March 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.

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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

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

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Summary

Our well-equipped and comprehensive Dress Making classes cover the essential skills required for successful dress making for people new to the craft. There are also courses for more experienced learners who want to develop professional skills. You will receive expert tuition and benefit from 121 and group learning which will enable you to grow in confidence with your dress making skills.

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This is a one day 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.

Dates
Wednesday, 19th February 10am – 4pm
Students will bring own projects, thread, haberdasheries

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 Microsoft Word 2016 to understand how to select and make choices in a program
Use basic word processing skills
Access the internet to do simple searches
Understand different applications.

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).

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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 date(s):

Saturday 21st September 2019
Saturday 4th January 2020
Saturday 25th April 2020

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

This course is for people that hold a Level 3 Early Years or Childcare Qualification.

Learners are required to be employed in an Early Years setting at Level 3 to complete this Qualification.

The course will build knowledge and Understanding of all aspects of early years practice to develop skills to prepare you for the role of Leadership and Management in an Early Years setting.

Attendance at an information / interview session and English and Math’s assessment is required before you can enrol on this 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):

Thursday 30th January 2020
Friday 7th February 2020
Friday 14th February 2020
Friday 28th February 2020
Friday 6th March 2020
Friday 20th March 2020
Friday 1st May 2020
Friday 15th May 2020
Friday 19th June 2020
Friday 3rd July 2020

You may wish to apply for the Advanced Learner Loan for this course in order to pay the fees, alternatively you can pay the fees yourself. Enrolment details including how to pay fees will be discussed at your interview.

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

Course Summary:

During this course students will learn how to use the sewing equipment and be aware of safety regulations within the sewing room. Using various forms of reference students will select a blouse or shirt to construct, they will choose appropriate fabric and haberdashery and sample techniques before making the final garment. Students will present a final garment together with evidence of research including sketches, historical research, techniques, fabric samples with written and visual documents.



Please note that enrolment of this course is subject to attending an information and guidance assessment session to ensure that the course is appropriate for you.

The sessions will take place CALAT Thornton Heath centre on the following dates.


Monday 9 December 2019 at 17.00 - 19.00
Wednesday 11 December 2019 at 17.00 - 19.00
Wednesday 8 January 2020 at 15.00 - 17.00

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session for this course and follow the booking / registration instructions.

Courses

French lower advanced term 2

This course follows on from the Lower Advanced term 1 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.

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French upper advanced term 2

The course follows on from the term 1 Upper Advanced course. To join this advanced class you should have studied French for at least 5 years and should be able to converse well with a native speaker. It 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 confidently both in written work and by taking part in discussions on various topics. You will continue to enhance your reading skills and knowledge of the culture of the various French speaking countries concerned and will continue to explore literature and film.

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German continuing beginners

This course is for those who have completed our Beginners' courses and assumes approximately three months previous study and is accredited by ABC (the Awarding Body). You will learn how to ask about the availability of hotel accommodation, ask the way and understand simple directions, tell the time, make travel enquiries, order and ask about a variety of food and drink in shops and restaurants, cope with emergencies and talk about health matters. You will work towards the ABC Entry Level Award in Speaking and Listening in German (Entry 3). 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.

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German Intermediate Plus term 2

This course assumes you have studied German for 3-4 years. You are probably quite confident using different tenses but need more practise to form longer and more complex sentences. You should already be able to hold a fairly detailed meet and greet conversation with reasonable confidence with a native speaker. During this course you will learn to speak with increased fluency and accuracy using past, present and future tenses.

There will be no formal accreditation this term.

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Greek Intermediate upper level plus term 2

This course assumes you have studied Greek for around 4 years and can hold a short conversation with a native speaker employing different tenses.

During the course you will increase your ability and confidence to:

Discuss and give opinions on topics of general interest
Communicate with increased fluency and accuracy using past, present and future tenses.

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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):

Thursday 30th January 2020
Friday 7th February 2020
Friday 14th February 2020
Friday 28th February 2020
Friday 6th March 2020
Friday 20th March 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.

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Italian Intermediate lower level - ABC Level 1 Reading & Writing

This course assumes you have studied Italian for 2-3 years and can cope in an informal social situation including making references to the past. You will work towards the ABC Level 1 Award in Reading and Writing in Italian. 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 upper advanced term 2

The course follows on from the term 1 Upper Advanced course. To join this advanced class you should have studied Italian for at least 5 years and should 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 confidently both in written work and by taking part in discussions on various topics. You will continue to enhance your reading skills and knowledge of the culture of Italy and will continue to explore literature and film.

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Japanese Continuing Beginners - Term 2

This course assumes approximately 3 months of previous study. You must already be able to cope in simple social situations in Japanese. This course is not suitable for complete beginners

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Japanese Lower Intermediate - Term 2

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.

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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):

Friday 24th January 2020
Thursday 30th January 2020
Friday 7th February 2020
Friday 14th February 2020
Friday 28th February 2020
Friday 6th March 2020
Friday 20th March 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.

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Health & Social Care L3 Diploma

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.

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

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

Painting & Drawing All Levels Saturday AM

A practical drawing and painting course using a range of media to develop observational and technical skills. Focus is on developing personal creativity and expression as well as on learning and developing core Art Skills.

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

Course Summary

A practical drawing and painting course using a range of media to develop observational and technical skills. Focus is on developing personal creativity and expression as well as on learning and developing core Art Skills.

Courses

Summary

CALAT’s practical painting and drawing courses offer the experience of working in a variety of media and approaches. There are classes that suit experienced learners and complete beginners too.
Focus is on developing personal creativity and expression as well as on learning and developing core Art Skills. We believe Art is an activity for all and encourage collective and individual learning in our classes.

Courses

Portuguese continuing beginners ABC E3 Speaking & Listening

This course assumes you have studied Portuguese 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 Speaking & Listening in Portuguese (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

Portuguese Intermediate plus term 2

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 and will be introduced to additional timeframes to broaden your conversational ability.

Courses

Spanish Complete Beginners ABC E3 Speaking & Listening

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 ordering drinks and snacks in a café and asking in more detail for directions and other goods and services. You will work towards the ABC Entry 3 Award in Speaking & Listening in Spanish. 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.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by standing order instalments. If you want to enrol and would be interested in finding out more about paying by this method, please e-mail languages1@croydon.gov.uk

Courses

Spanish Continuing Beginners: Non-accredited

This course assumes approximately 3 months of previous study. You must already be able to cope in simple social situations in Spanish. This course is not suitable for complete beginners

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Spanish Improvers ABC Level 1 Speaking & Listening

This course assumes you have studied Spanish for about a year and can cope in first contact situations and communicate simply in the language. In this course you will begin to learn how to talk in the past using the preterite tense.

You will work towards the ABC Level 1 Award in Speaking and Listening in Spanish. 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.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by standing order instalments. If you want to enrol and would be interested in finding out more about paying by this method, please e-mail languages1@croydon.gov.uk

Courses

Spanish Intermediate upper level - ABC Level 2 Speaking & Listening

This course assumes you have studied Spanish for about 4 years and can cope with confidence in an informal social situation, using present, past and future tenses.
You will work towards the ABC Level 2 Award in Speaking and Listening in Spanish. 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.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by standing order instalments. If you want to enrol and would be interested in finding out more about paying by this method, please e-mail languages1@croydon.gov.uk

Courses

Spanish lower advanced term 2

This course follows on from the term 1 Lower Advanced course. To join this advanced AS standard class you should have studied Spanish or 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 continue to 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 2

The course follows on from the term 1 Upper Advanced course. To join this advanced class you should have studied Spanish for at least 5 years and should 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 confidently both in written work and by taking part in discussions on various topics. You will continue to enhance your reading skills and knowledge of the culture of various Spanish speaking countries and will continue to explore literature and film.

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Spanish very advanced conversation term 2

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 continue to 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, 17th March 2020
Tuesday, 31st March 2020
Tuesday, 21st April 2020
Tuesday, 5th May 2020
Tuesday, 19th May 2020
Tuesday, 2nd June 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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This course is available to learners who are interested in working within a school as a teaching assistant, classroom assistant or learning support assistant in key stage 1 and above. This is a competence based qualification which requires learners to be employed or have a placement within a school setting.

You will need to work or volunteer in a schools for a minimum of 100 hours over the period of the course whilst working towards the OCR level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. This involves compiling a portfolio of evidence which will be internally assessed and externally verified.

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, 17th March 2020
Tuesday, 31st March 2020
Tuesday, 21st April 2020
Tuesday, 5th May 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 3:15 - 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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Students can choose to make a dress or romper suit for a small child. Learners will be taught how to cut the pattern from the shirt using a set of standard measurements. Guidance will be given on how to cut, mark and construct the garment using techniques suitable to the fabric and chosen style. Haberdashery will be supplied but students need to bring in an old/unwanted, washed, shirt for this two day project. Students need to know how to use a sewing machine and be of intermediate level

Dates

2nd and 3rd April, 10 - 4pm

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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 Internet Explorer to search for information on the internet and Windows to search for files on the computer
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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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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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:

Create a simple home budget
Use a range of formulae
Record a macro for a header/footer

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).

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