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.

To be considered for a place on an upcoming course you will need to attend an information & assessment session to be held at 10:00 in our Strand House centre on the following date(s):

Wednesday 13 April 2022

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

Please bring along proof of your income (or any benefits you may be in receipt of) to your 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).

PLEASE NOTE: Our AAT courses are very popular and often over-subscribed - so you may need to enrol for your course the following term.

Please look in the additional summary for further information and course requirements.

Help with Fees/Childcare:
A Learner Support Fund is available 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.

*Please note that this course is planned to run in the Calat Thornton Heath centre, this is depending on government guidance at the time - so is subject to change if necessary*

If you have any difficulties or further enquiries - please call 020 8726 6000 ext. or 62604 or email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk.

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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.

To be considered for a place on an upcoming course you will need to attend an information & Assessment session to be held at 10:00 at our Strand House centre on the following date(s):

Wednesday 13 April 2022

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

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).

Please look in the additional summary for further information and course requirements.

Help with Fees/Childcare:
A Learner Support Fund is available 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: 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.

PLEASE NOTE: Our AAT courses are very popular and often over-subscribed - so you may need to enrol for your course the following term.

If you have any difficulties or further enquiries - please call 020 8726 6000 ext. or 62604 or email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk.

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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.

To be considered for a place on this course you will need to attend an information & assessment session to be held at 10:00 online in our Strand House centre on the following upcoming date(s):

Tuesday 12 April 2022

Click on the 'Enrol' button on the main course information screen to book your place and follow the instructions.

Please look in the additional summary for further information and course requirements.

Help with Fees/Childcare:
A Learner Support Fund is available 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.

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).

If you have any queries please email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 ext. 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 in 12 weeks.

To be considered for a place on this course you will need to attend an information & assessment session to be held at 10:00 online in our Strand House centre on the following upcoming date(s):

Tuesday 12 April 2022

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your place and follow the instructions.

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).

Please look in the additional summary for further information and course requirements.

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.

If you have any queries please email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 ext. 62604.

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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.

To be considered for a place on an upcoming course you will need to attend an information & assessment session to be held at 6pm online via zoom on the following date:

Monday 25 April 2022

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).

Please look in the additional summary for further information and course requirements.

Help with Fees/Childcare:

A Learner Support Fund is available 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.

If you have any difficulties or further enquiries - please call 020 8726 6000 ext. or 62604 or email calat.business@croydon.gov.uk.

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If you are thinking about a career in Care but not sure where to start or which course to do :
The Care Sector is one of the biggest employers in Croydon and the surrounding areas.
Since COVID there are now even more job opportunities for people to work in Care and make a real difference to people’s lives .
CALAT are offering NCFECACHE L2 Certificate in Health and Social Care which with completion of a care placement and employment status would allow learners to apply to either L2 Fast Track Adult Care Diploma, or dependant on job L3 Diploma in Adult Care.

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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Health & Social Care L3 Diploma

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

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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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.

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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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

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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This qualification provides learners with an understanding of the principles of end of life care and is intended for those who work in the Health and Social Care sector whose role includes caring for those who have a life-limiting illness

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

Courses

Summary

IMPORTANT UPDATE: 6 January 2022 - Course Temporarily Moved Online

Following the recent change to Covid rules and because CALAT is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment for all our students, the decision has been made that this course will be held online via Zoom until restrictions are reviewed again on 26 January 2022.


Get more out of Art through this course designed to increase your knowledge and appreciation of key art works and artists of the 20th Century.

The course is 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 with this popular CALAT course.

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Summary

This class is aimed at intermediate makers with some experience of sewing garments. You will be working with like-minded students of a similar level. Students can choose a project to work on depending on individual experience. Projects will be supported with demonstrations, handouts and videos which you can keep and refer back to. Learners will benefit from a small class with an experienced tutor, who is up to date with modern techniques and trends and is a working professional.

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Summary

IMPORTANT UPDATE: 20 January 2022

Following the recent change to Covid rules these courses will be returning to the classroom week commencing 31 January 2022.


An interactive practical Art course. 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.

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

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Summary

To introduce beginners to the fundamentals of drum set playing - starting with set up of the drum kit, posture, stick grip/control, some starter rudiments and essential co-ordination exercises - hand to hand and hand to foot. Learn the mindful benefits of drumming

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Summary

Do you feel like you want to take your photography to the next level? Would you like to push yourself to create images that you never thought possible? Would you like to create a portfolio of images to be proud of and build upon a nationally recognised qualification? Then this is the course for you! You will learn how to utilise your cameras settings, how to achieve consistent exposures and how to develop your creative eye with focus driven tasks and continually support to help you develop into a better photographer.
This course is designed for students who wish to develop their skills in taking/making photographic images, giving emphasis in the principles of photo image capture. The course also covers digital image manipulation skills using Photoshop Elements. It is also appropriate for students who wish to progress on to further study and training in the Photography discipline.

This course requires you book an Assessment before you can enrol and you will need an online account to so this. Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your information session for this course and follow the booking / registration instructions.

Assessment Dates:

Monday 24 January 18.00 - 19.00 - will take place online via Zoom
Monday 31 January 18.00 - 19.00 - will take place online via Zoom
Monday 7 February 18.00 - 19.00 - will take place online via Zoom
Tuesday 15 February 17.00 - 18.00 - will take place online via Zoom


Please bring ID, proof or income or any benefit information to your assessment.

Course fees over £120.00 can be made by Payment Plan.You may also be eligible for our Learner Support Fund for details please contact calatcreativearts@croydon.gov.uk.

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Make a simple Top

Students will learn how to thread and use the basic functions of the sewing machine. Learners will be taught how to construct a selection of sewing samples relating to making a simple top, this will include seams, hems, neck finishes darts and sleeves. Students will then learn how to make a simple top using sewing techniques appropriate to fabric and style. Students will be given a choice of two designs

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Summary

Increase your enjoyment and experience of Art and increase your appreciation of the technique and life of times of the artists in focus. An engaging and accessible presentation for all levels. This course will take place online via Zoom.

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Summary

Increase your enjoyment and experience of Art and increase your appreciation of the technique and life of times of the artists in focus. An engaging and accessible presentation for all levels. This course takes place online via Zoom.

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Summary

Get more out of Art through this course designed to increase your knowledge and appreciation of key art works and artists of the 20th Century

The course is an Online 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 with this popular CALAT course.

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Summary

Show off your sewing skills by making a gorgeous Bag!
Learn a variety of transferable sewing skills whilst creating a wearable bag.

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Summary

Find out what your smartphone is capable of and unpack its full potential as well as your own.

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Summary

This course is aimed at those who wish to draw but have never tried & those who have started to draw but wish to increase their drawing skills. This course would also suit anyone wanting to get back into drawing by refreshing their skills.

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Summary

Learn how to make interesting drawings by using mixed media. Study and look at the work of artists who have used mixed media in their work. You'll be inspired and gain confidence to experiment in your own drawings.

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Summary

An Online interactive practical Art course utilising online classroom software ( zoom) This course is linked to CTP503-21 which takes place in Croydon Clocktower on the same day and time.
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.

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Summary

New Year! New skill!
Learn how to use a sewing machine and how to turn a flat piece fabric in something fantastic!

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Course Summary

Come and learn the easy way with CALAT’s digital skills department and you will be online in no time! All courses will take place in CALAT digital skills suites where you will have the support of a qualified digital skills trainer to support you through your learning in a COVID safe environment.

CALAT digital skills department offers a range of courses to help develop your digital skills whether you’re looking to gain skills for employment, want to be able to access the internet to search for information or send an email, to working with advanced Microsoft Office skills at level 2.

Most digital skills courses CALAT offers are OCN accredited and recognised by employers. If you are in receipt of qualifying benefits courses are free.

New for 2021/22 – OCN Essential Digital Skills qualifications offered at entry level and level 1 – free to all learners who do not have a qualification in digital skills including those in employment. Interactive online resources are used to deliver this qualification in the areas of; Communicating, Handling information and content, Online transacting skills, problem solving using digital skills and being safe and legal online.

All learners need to book an appointment to attend an information session before enrolling on a course. This will include a diagnostic assessment to support your enrolment and correct choice of course. Please note you will need English skills that are at a level below your digital skills course.

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 50121 or 62087

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Course Outline

Come and learn the easy way with CALAT’s digital skills department and you will be online in no time! All courses will take place in CALAT digital skills suites where you will have the support of a qualified digital skills trainer to support you through your learning in a COVID safe environment.

CALAT digital skills department offers a range of courses to help develop your digital skills whether you’re looking to gain skills for employment, want to be able to access the internet to search for information or send an email, to working with advanced Microsoft Office skills at level 2.

Most digital skills courses CALAT offers are OCN accredited and recognised by employers. If you are in receipt of qualifying benefits courses are free.

New for 2021/22 – OCN Essential Digital Skills qualifications offered at entry level and level 1 – free to all learners who do not have a qualification in digital skills including those in employment. Interactive online resources are used to deliver this qualification in the areas of; Communicating, Handling information and content, Online transacting skills, problem solving using digital skills and being safe and legal online.

All learners need to book an appointment to attend an information session before enrolling on a course. This will include a diagnostic assessment to support your enrolment and correct choice of course. Please note you will need English skills that are at a level below your digital skills course.

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 50121 or 62087

Courses

Course Summary

Come and learn the easy way with CALAT’s digital skills department and you will be online in no time! All courses will take place in CALAT digital skills suites where you will have the support of a qualified digital skills trainer to support you through your learning in a COVID safe environment.

CALAT digital skills department offers a range of courses to help develop your digital skills whether you’re looking to gain skills for employment, want to be able to access the internet to search for information or send an email, to working with advanced Microsoft Office skills at level 2.

Most digital skills courses CALAT offers are OCN accredited and recognised by employers. If you are in receipt of qualifying benefits courses are free.

New for 2021/22 – OCN Essential Digital Skills qualifications offered at entry level and level 1 – free to all learners who do not have a qualification in digital skills including those in employment. Interactive online resources are used to deliver this qualification in the areas of; Communicating, Handling information and content, Online transacting skills, problem solving using digital skills and being safe and legal online.

All learners need to book an appointment to attend an information session before enrolling on a course. This will include a diagnostic assessment to support your enrolment and correct choice of course. Please note you will need English skills that are at a level below your digital skills course.

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 50121 or 62087

Courses

Course Summary

Come and learn the easy way with CALAT’s digital skills department and you will be online in no time! All courses will take place in CALAT digital skills suites where you will have the support of a qualified digital skills trainer to support you through your learning in a COVID safe environment.

CALAT digital skills department offers a range of courses to help develop your digital skills whether you’re looking to gain skills for employment, want to be able to access the internet to search for information or send an email, to working with advanced Microsoft Office skills at level 2.

Most digital skills courses CALAT offers are OCN accredited and recognised by employers. If you are in receipt of qualifying benefits courses are free.

New for 2021/22 – OCN Essential Digital Skills qualifications offered at entry level and level 1 – free to all learners who do not have a qualification in digital skills including those in employment. Interactive online resources are used to deliver this qualification in the areas of; Communicating, Handling information and content, Online transacting skills, problem solving using digital skills and being safe and legal online.

All learners need to book an appointment to attend an information session before enrolling on a course. This will include a diagnostic assessment to support your enrolment and correct choice of course. Please note you will need English skills that are at a level below your digital skills course.

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 50121 or 62087

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This course is for those who may have completed a relevant course in either Childcare or Health and Social Care or who may have relevant experience either volunteering or working with children or Young People and who want to gain further insight in order to work effectively with ages 5-18 years.

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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This course will support learners’ knowledge and understanding of the impact of social media on mental well-being. It will help learners understand the benefits and risks associated with forms of social media . This course will enable learners to access further training such as the Level 1 Awareness of mental health

Learners should be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification.

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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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.

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

This knowledge based course provides learners with an opportunity to deepen their knowledge of EY related topics, leading to either L3 Early Years Educator or L2 Diploma in Caring for Children and Young People or Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner.

To be considered for this course you will need to evidence that you have an existing L1 Award/Diploma /Certificate in a childcare.

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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This course is for those who may have completed a relevant course in either Childcare or Health and Social Care or who may have relevant experience either volunteering or working with children or Young People and who want to gain further insight in order to work effectively with ages 5-18 years.

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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This qualification is designed to increase learners’ knowledge and understanding of mental health and mental well-being. Successful completion of the required units will allow the learner to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of mental health. It will also support learner progression into relevant employment within the health and social care sector.
Learners should be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification.

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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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.

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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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.

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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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.

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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Free on line workshop about careers in working with adults

Are you thinking about working with adults?

Not sure what’s involved?

Want to know the roles available?

Is this an area of work you might be interested but you’re not sure, then please attend this free on line sessions to help you decide.

Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your place on this course, or to contact a member of staff please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk.

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Languages - French Advanced - Term 2

PLEASE NOTE: This course will primarily take place in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower, however, there will also be the option to participate online instead should you wish to do so”

To join this Advanced Plus class you should have studied French for 4 or 5 years and have 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 further improve your skills in presenting an argument using topical materials from French speaking countries and will consolidate your knowledge of French grammar.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by 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

We are continuing to work within Government COVID regulations and restrictions so please be aware that should the need arise, we may need to revert ALL teaching to online.

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Languages - French Upper Advanced - Term 2

PLEASE NOTE: This course will primarily take place in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower, however, there will also be the option to participate online instead should you wish to do so
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 confidently both in written work and by taking part in discussions on various topics. You will also enhance your reading skills and knowledge of the culture of the various French speaking countries and will explore literature and film.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by 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

We are continuing to work within Government COVID regulations and restrictions so please be aware that should the need arise, we may need to revert ALL teaching to online.

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German Improvers - SEG Awards Level 1 Award in Speaking & Listening

Please note – This course will be delivered online via Zoom

This course follows on from the autumn term Entry 3 Award in Reading and Writing course.

This course assumes you have studied German for about a year and can cope reasonably well in first contact situations and communicate simply in the language using the present tense and past tense to a limited extent.

During this course, you will develop your language skills to be able to use a limited range of simple words and sentences to form statements and questions in familiar situations, giving a short talk on a familiar topic using present, past and future timeframes to a limited extent.

You will work towards the SEG Awards (Skils ad Education Group is the Awarding Body) Level 1 Award in Speaking and Listening in German. 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

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Languages - Greek Advanced Level - Term 2

Please note – This course will be delivered online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied Greek for around 5/6 years. You must already be able to hold a conversation with a native speaker with reasonable confidence and fluency, employing the past and future tenses.

During this course, you will learn how to converse, understand, and write in Greek with more confidence. You will improve your skills in presenting an argument and will consolidate your knowledge of Greek grammar, life and culture.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by 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

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Languages - Japanese Beginners: An Introduction to Japanese - Term 1

Please note – This course will be delivered online via Zoom

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 some common greetings and simple phrases to order food and popular Japanese dishes

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Languages - Japanese Lower Advanced Term 2

Please note – This course will be delivered online via Zoom

This course follows on from the Japanese Lower Advanced course last term and assumes you have studied Japanese for about 4 years. Students should already be able to read and write in both Japanese syllabaries and knowledge of some kanji would be advantageous. You should be able to converse about common everyday situations and personal topics using both polite and plain forms and understand passages of some length.
By the end of the course you should be able to talk meaningfully about larger social topics expressing your own opinions while asking others for theirs, understand spoken language of different levels of politeness, and read, translate and write passages of some length.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by instalment payments. 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

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Languages - Japanese Lower Intermediate - Term 2

This course will be delivered online via Zoom

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.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by 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

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Languages - Portuguese Advanced - Term 2

Please note – This course will be delivered online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied Portuguese for about 5 years and can hold a conversation with a reasonable degree of fluency with a native speaker, using the present, past and future tenses.

During this course you will continue to practise the use of a variety of tenses to improve your confidence and fluency.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by 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

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Portuguese: An Introduction to Portuguese term 1

Please note – This course will be delivered online via Zoom

This complete beginners course is suitable for those 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.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by 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

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Languages - Spanish Advanced - Term 2

Please note – This course will be delivered online via Zoom

To join this advanced AS standard class you should have studied Spanish for 4 or 5 years and/or have probably obtained a good grade at GCSE fairly recently. 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.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by 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.

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Languages - Spanish Complete Beginners - SEG Awards Entry 3 Speaking & Listening.

*****************************************IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE*******************************************

Please make sure you enrol on the correct course

For course DEL250-21 - This course will be delivered online via Zoom.

For course CTL245-21 - This course will be delivered in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower

These complete beginners courses are 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. You will work towards the SEG Awards (Skills and Education Group is the Awarding Body) 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 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

We are continuing to work within Government COVID regulations and restrictions so please be aware that should the need arise, we may need to revert ALL teaching to online.

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Spanish Improvers term 2 non accredited

Please Note: - This course will be taught online.

This course follows on from the autumn term Continuing Beginners Entry 3 Speaking & Listening course and assumes you can get by in Spanish in various social situations, employing the present tense with limited confidence This term you will continue to practise the tenses to increase your confidence and fluency.

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

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Languages - Spanish Upper Advanced - Term 2

These courses will take place online via Zoom

These courses follow on from the autumn term Upper Advanced Spanish courses.

To join any one of these advanced classes, you should have studied Spanish for at least 5-6 years and should be able to converse well with a native speaker, using a range of tenses.

The courses will give you the opportunity to continue 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.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by 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

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Languages - Spanish Upper Intermediate/Lower Advanced conversation - term 2

Please note – This course will be delivered online via Zoom

To join this conversation class, you should have studied Spanish for at least 4 years and be able to converse reasonably well with a native Spanish speaker. You will develop your conversational skills and fluency, speaking about everyday contemporary and cultural issues, current affairs and general situations.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by 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

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Spanish very advanced conversation term 2

Please note – This course will be delivered online via Zoom

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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To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

Courses

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools L3

To be accepted on to the course you must attend an information session, which will consist of an English assessment and interview session and enrolment.

Please ensure that you bring Photo ID and proof of income.

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

YOU MUST BOOK A PLACE IN ADVANCE AS NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ADHERE TO COVID 19 GUIDANCE.

COVID Guidance
Do not attend the CALAT centre at Strand House Zion Road if you do not have a confirmed date and time for interview and assessment. You will not be seen without a confirmed interview date and time.
Please wear a face covering at all times and sanitise on arrival and on leaving the centre.
Please do not attend should you have any of the symptoms of corona virus.
Please email training4care@croydon.gov.uk to confirm a date and time, or if you have any questions.

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To be considered for a place on this course you must book and attend 1 pre course information / interview session starting 9:45am:

These sessions will be held at our CALAT centre at Strand House, Zion Road and will start 9.45 and last 2 hours.

Thursday, 9th Dec, 13th, 20th, 27th Jan, 3rd, 10th, 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Mar
Monday, 10th Jan

** sessions on 10th and 13th Jan will be all day

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 Wednesday at 11:00am.

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

All our courses are currently being delivered remotely.

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an information session this is found in your basket once you have registered. You will then be invited to an online information session with Donna Stone the Curriculum Coordinator once she has received the following:

o
Application form/personal profile
o
English and Maths results

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 training4care@croydon.gov.uk.

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