Online Enrolments

This introduction is for you if you are thinking of starting a career as a childminder
During this session you will be able to discuss and explore the role of a childminder and what it means to provide safe care and education for young children.

The session will be taken by an experienced CALAT Early Years Tutor with considerable knowledge of the requirements for childminders.

On completion of the course you will be given a date for an individual interview should you wish to apply for the childminding course at CALAT

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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 / interview session to be held at 10:00 online via zoom on the following date(s):

Monday 7th September 2020.

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

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.

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).

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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 an upcoming course you will need to attend an information / interview session to be held at 10:00 online via zoom on the following date(s):

Monday 7th September 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.

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).

Courses

AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting

This course offers learners an opportunity to develop their technical training in Accounting, you will develop specialist knowledge and skills required for progressing either to employment in an accounting or finance role, or to enable progression to further study in accountancy or finance. This qualification is a progression route for learners who have achieved either the AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting or the AAT Foundation Diploma in Accounting and Business. You will cover a range of complex accounting tasks, including maintaining cost accounting records and the preparation of reports and returns. It comprises of six mandatory units.

Advanced Bookkeeping
Final Accounts Preparation
Management Accounting – Costing
Indirect Tax
Ethics for Accountants
Spreadsheets for Accounting

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

To be considered for a place on this course you may need to attend an information / assessment sessions to be held at 10:00 online via zoom on the following upcoming date(s):

Friday 11th September 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.

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

Courses

The Foundation Certificate in Accounting is an ideal starting point for anyone wishing to pursue a career in accountancy or finance. The purpose of this qualification is to ensure that students are well prepared to progress into a career in business, finance or professional accountancy or further education.

AAT qualifications are universally respected and internationally recognised. Organisations hire AAT qualified members because AAT represents the highest standards of professionalism.

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

To be considered for a place on this course you may need to attend an information / assessment sessions to be held at 10:00 online via zoom on the following upcoming date(s):

Friday 11th September 2020, assessment session now full.

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.

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

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.

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.

Courses

ALDD Accredited courses

ALDD Accredited courses

All ALDD courses are for adults with learning difficulties or disabilities. If you do not have a learning difficulty or disability you cannot enrol on any of these courses

These courses are free for those with qualifying benefits and looking for work either now or in the future. Reductions are available for those on low income.

You can only enrol online once you have been offered a place and been given a course code. You will need to arrange an appointment online with tracey.scott@croydon.gov.uk to show your proof of benefit which must be no older than six months before you can enrol online.

Please search below for the course code and then complete your enrolment.

If you are unable to enrol on line, please contact tracey.scott@croydon.gov.uk and she will arrange an appointment for you to pay over the phone by debit or credit card or to come and enrol at Strand House
For all other enquiries about enrolments, please contact tracey.scott@croydon.gov.uk.

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ALDD COMMUNITY LEARNING

ALDD Community Learning Courses

All ALDD courses are for adults with learning difficulties or disabilities. If you do not have a learning difficulty or disability you cannot enrol on any of these courses

You can only enrol online once you have been offered a place and been given a course code. Please search below for the course code and then complete your enrolment online.

If you are unable to enrol on line, please contact tracey.scott@croydon.gov.uk and she will arrange an appointment for you to pay over the phone by debit or credit card or to come and enrol at Strand House

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ALDD ENGLISH AND MATHS

ALDD English and maths courses

All ALDD courses are for adults with learning difficulties or disabilities. If you do not have a learning difficulty or disability you cannot enrol on any of these courses

These courses are free except for the cookery courses which have a fee for materials.
Once you have been offered a place, we will automatically enrol you on your chosen course.

If you have been offered a place on a cookery course and been given a course code please search below for the course code and then complete your enrolment online.

If you are unable to enrol on line, please contact tracey.scott@croydon.gov.uk and she will arrange an appointment for you to pay over the phone by debit or credit card or to come and enrol at Strand House

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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.

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will be on line

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

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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

Summary

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE
This course is now being taught Online and requires access to the video conferencing App Zoom.


Explore the work of Modern Artists from 1880’s Impressionism to the present day who have an iconic view of the world or who have an exhibition in London or online. Look at individual artist’s techniques, the art movements they belonged to, their ideas, influences etc. Understand, evaluate and discuss what Modern Art is? Look at the different ways’ artists represent e.g. Conceptual art compared to Post Impressionism etc. Discuss and enjoy art with other learners and the tutor who will provide ample background information.

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 creativearts@croydon.gov.uk

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Summary

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE
This course in now being taught Online.

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

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 creativearts@croydon.gov.uk

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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.

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will be on line

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

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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

Courses

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.

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will take place on line

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

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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 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 this or other upcoming courses.

To be considered for a place on this course you may need to attend an information / interview session to be held at 10:00 online via zoom on the following upcoming date(s):

Tuesday 1st September 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.

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).

Courses

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 this or other upcoming courses.

To be considered for a place on this course you may need to attend an information / interview session to be held at 10:00 online via zoom on the following upcoming date(s):

Tuesday 1st September 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.

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.

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

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 (when government guidance regarding COVID allow ) would allow learners to apply to either L2 Fast Track Adult Care Diploma , OR dependant on job role L3 Diploma in Adult Care.

Course requirements :
Have completed Level 1 In Health and Social Care
Have access to laptop or computer to access online learning sessions with tutor and word process assignments
Level 1 minimum English skills ( evidenced by assessment with CALAT )

Course details :
One day pw
9.30-3.00pm for 24 weeks
Online class sessions with LASER Learning online resource to support additional work for assignments
Introductory sessions at the CALAT centre in line with COVID guidelines


Attendance at an English and Maths assessment and information / interview session is required before you can enrol on this course.

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will be on line

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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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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.

You will also need to complete online English and Maths qualification to show you are reading and writing at L1, you will then join the course tutor for an online interview and further short assessment.

Please be aware that all our courses are now taught online and you will need to have access to a computer (not a phone) to access these courses and also be able to word process your assignments.

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will be on line

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

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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 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.

Attendance at an English and Maths assessment and information / interview session is required before you can enrol on this course.

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will be on line

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

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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

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.

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will be on line

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

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE
This course is now being taught Online.

This is an online Clothesmaking course aimed at intermediate level. You will need to have your own sewing machine at home and access to the internet and zoom meetings

This course will further your skills in clothesmaking, enabling you to build upon existing knowledge, discuss and problem solve on individual projects. The course will give you access to online sewing resources, videos and stockists and advice from an experienced, qualified tutor.



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 creativearts@croydon.gov.uk

Courses

Course Summary

Our ICT courses are delivered online using Zoom (except beginners, which are classroom based) so you will need the following –

- A computer at home (with a camera)
- Internet connection
- Email address
- Microsoft Office programmes – Word, Excel, Powerpoint

To be considered for enrolment on this course you will need to complete a Computing/IT assessment and attend an information session which will be held online using Zoom video conferencing (details of this will be emailed to you once your information session has been booked).

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

You first need to:
- Click on the Register button to create an account – enter your name/email address and a password
- Search for the ICT course that you are interested in
- Click on the ‘Enrol’ button below the course description – this will add the course to “My Course
Shopping Basket”

Once this has been done you may need to:
- Log back into your account with email address and password
- Click on “My Enrolments” – top of screen
- Click on the course in your “My Enrolments
- On the drop down box choose date and time for your information session
- You will receive an email to confirm your session is booked

Once you have booked your information session and it has been confirmed by email you will then be contacted by email with information for your initial assessment and information session.

If you have any queries please email philip.deakin@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 ext. 50121 or 52509 for more information.

Courses

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

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

To be considered for a place on an upcoming course you will need to attend an information / interview sessions to be held at 10:00 online via zoom on the following date(s):

Saturday 19th September 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.

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).

Courses

Course Summary

Our ICT courses are delivered online using Zoom (except beginners, which are classroom based) so you will need the following –

- A computer at home (with a camera)
- Internet connection
- Email address
- Microsoft Office programmes – Word, Excel, Powerpoint

To be considered for enrolment on this course you will need to complete a Computing/IT assessment and attend an information session which will be held online using Zoom video conferencing (details of this will be emailed to you once your information session has been booked).

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

You first need to:
- Click on the Register button to create an account – enter your name/email address and a password
- Search for the ICT course that you are interested in
- Click on the ‘Enrol’ button below the course description – this will add the course to “My Course
Shopping Basket”

Once this has been done you may need to:
- Log back into your account with email address and password
- Click on “My Enrolments” – top of screen
- Click on the course in your “My Enrolments
- On the drop down box choose date and time for your information session
- You will receive an email to confirm your session is booked

Once you have booked your information session and it has been confirmed by email you will then be contacted by email with information for your initial assessment and information session.

If you have any queries please email philip.deakin@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 ext. 50121 or 52509 for more information.

Courses

Course Summary

Our ICT courses are delivered online using Zoom (except beginners, which are classroom based) so you will need the following –

- A computer at home (with a camera)
- Internet connection
- Email address
- Microsoft Office programmes – Word, Excel, Powerpoint

To be considered for enrolment on this course you will need to complete a Computing/IT assessment and attend an information session which will be held online using Zoom video conferencing (details of this will be emailed to you once your information session has been booked).

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

You first need to:
- Click on the Register button to create an account – enter your name/email address and a password
- Search for the ICT course that you are interested in
- Click on the ‘Enrol’ button below the course description – this will add the course to “My Course
Shopping Basket”

Once this has been done you may need to:
- Log back into your account with email address and password
- Click on “My Enrolments” – top of screen
- Click on the course in your “My Enrolments
- On the drop down box choose date and time for your information session
- You will receive an email to confirm your session is booked

Once you have booked your information session and it has been confirmed by email you will then be contacted by email with information for your initial assessment and information session.

If you have any queries please email philip.deakin@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 ext. 50121 or 52509 for more information.

Courses

Course Outline

Our ICT courses are delivered online using Zoom (except beginners, which are classroom based) so you will need the following –

- A computer at home (with a camera)
- Internet connection
- Email address
- Microsoft Office programmes – Word, Excel, Powerpoint

To be considered for enrolment on this course you will need to complete a Computing/IT assessment and attend an information session which will be held online using Zoom video conferencing (details of this will be emailed to you once your information session has been booked).

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

You first need to:
- Click on the Register button to create an account – enter your name/email address and a password
- Search for the ICT course that you are interested in
- Click on the ‘Enrol’ button below the course description – this will add the course to “My Course
Shopping Basket”

Once this has been done you may need to:
- Log back into your account with email address and password
- Click on “My Enrolments” – top of screen
- Click on the course in your “My Enrolments
- On the drop down box choose date and time for your information session
- You will receive an email to confirm your session is booked

Once you have booked your information session and it has been confirmed by email you will then be contacted by email with information for your initial assessment and information session.

If you have any queries please email philip.deakin@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 ext. 50121 or 52509 for more information.

Courses

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

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

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will be on line

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

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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

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.

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will be on line

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

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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.

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will be on line

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

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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

Courses

Health & Social Care L3 Diploma

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

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will be on line

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

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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

Courses

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

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

Attendance at an English and Maths assessment and information / interview session is required before you can enrol on this course.

Due to Covid -19 the assessment process will be on line

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

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

Click on the button to book onto an assessment on your preferred date, see below for dates. You will then be sent an application form to complete before that date. Once the application form has been received an online assessment and interview will be arranged.

September: 10th,11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th

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

Courses

French Advanced term 1

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom


To join this advanced French course, you should have studied French for 4 or 5 years and may have recently obtained a good grade at GCSE. You should be able to cope reasonably well in discussions with a native speaker. During the course, 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 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

French Conversation - Intermediate Level

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

To join this French Art & History course you should have studied French for around 5-6 years and should be able to understand and converse in French with a native speaker with reasonable fluency, employing different tenses.

During this course, you will study aspects of French Art & History during the 19th Century. The course will be delivered in French.

Courses

Term 1 & 2 French Complete Beginners ABC Entry 3 S & L

IMPORTANT NOTE - These courses will now start one week later than previously advertised

Please note - this course will be delivered entirely 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 first contacts, basic "getting to know you" phrases ordering drinks and snacks in a café. You will work towards the ABC Entry 3 Award in Speaking & Listening in French. 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

French Improvers ABC Level 1 Speaking & Listening

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied French for about a year and can cope in first contact situations and communicate simply in the language using the present tense.

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 (passé composé) and future timeframes to a limited extent.


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

French Intermediate lower level - ABC Level 1 Reading & Writing

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom


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

French Intermediate upper level - ABC Level 2 Speaking & Listening

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

IMPORTANT: If you are aged between 19 and 23 years old and wish to study this course, please contact us at languages1@croydon.gov.uk BEFORE YOU ENROL, as we will need to check your eligibility for funding.

This course assumes you have studied French 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 French. 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

French Lower Advanced - ABC Level 2 Reading & Writing

IMPORTANT: If you are aged between 19 and 23 years old and wish to study this course, please contact us at languages1@croydon.gov.uk BEFORE YOU ENROL, as we will need to check your eligibility for funding

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied French for around 5 years. You might already have a GCSE which you want to refresh. You are probably fairly confident using the present, future and past tenses but still need practice to increase confidence and fluency.
During this course, you will learn how to converse, understand, and write in French with more confidence. You will improve your skills in presenting an argument and will consolidate your knowledge of French grammar


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

French upper advanced term 1

Please note: This course will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

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 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

German Improvers ~ ABC E3 Reading & Writing

Please note – This course will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied German for 1-2 years and can cope in first contact situations and communicate 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 be able to talk about where you live and where you are from, describing your home.

You will work towards the ABC Entry Level Award in Reading and Writing 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.

Courses

German Lower Advanced term 1

Please note – This course will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied German for 4-5 years. You are probably quite confident using the tenses but need more practise to gain fluency. You should already be able to hold a short conversation with reasonable confidence with a native speaker.
During this course you will learn to speak with increased fluency and accuracy using different tenses

There will be no formal accreditation this term.

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

Greek Lower Advanced level term 1

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied Greek for around 5 years. You must already be able to hold a short conversation with a native speaker with reasonable confidence and a degree of fluency.

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


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

Italain beginners ABC E3 Speaking & Listening

IMPORTANT NOTE - These courses will now start one week later than previously advertised

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely 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 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 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.

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

Italian Improvers ABC Level 1 Speaking & Listening

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied Italian for about a year and can cope in first contact situations and communicate simply in the language using the present tense.

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 ABC Level 1 Award in Speaking and Listening 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.

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

Italian Intermediate lower level - ABC Level 1 Reading & Writing

IMPORTANT NOTE - This course will now start one week later than previously advertised

PLEASE NOTE – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

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.


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

Italian Upper Intermediate ABC Level 2 Speaking & Listening

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

IMPORTANT: If you are aged between 19 and 23 years old and wish to study this course, please contact us at languages1@croydon.gov.uk BEFORE YOU ENROL, as we will need to check your eligibility for funding.

This course assumes you have studied Italian for 3- 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 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.

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

Italian Upper Advanced - ABC Level 2 Reading & Writing

IMPORTANT: If you are aged between 19 and 23 years old and wish to study this course, please contact us at languages1@croydon.gov.uk BEFORE YOU ENROL, as we will need to check your eligibility for funding

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied Italian for around 5 years. You might already have a GCSE which you want to refresh. You are probably fairly confident using the present, future and past tenses but still need practice to increase confidence and fluency.
During this course, you will learn how to converse, understand, and write in Italian with more confidence. You will improve your skills in presenting an argument and will consolidate your knowledge of Italian grammar


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

Japanese beginners term 1

IMPORTANT NOTE - This course will now start one week later than previously advertised

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely 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 first contacts, basic "getting to know you" phrases and ordering drinks and snacks in a cafe.

Courses

Japanese Improvers term 1

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes approximately 1 year of previous study. You must already be able to cope in simple social situations in Japanese, exchanging a few personal details about yourself and your family and provide basic information about your surroundings. Knowledge of both Japanese syllabaries would also be an advantage.

This course is not suitable for complete beginners.

Courses

Japanese Upper Intermediate term 1

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied Japanese for about 3 years. Students should already be able to read and write in both Japanese syllabaries and knowledge of a few kanji would be advantageous. You should be able to hold a simple conversation with a native speaker using both polite and plain forms and understand passages of some length.
By the end of the course you should be able to speak with increased confidence and fluency about several topics relevant to daily life.


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

Summary

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE
These courses will now be taught Online.


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

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 creativearts@croydon.gov.uk

Courses

Painting & Drawing Intermediate/Advanced Friday AM

IMPORTANT- PLEASE NOTE
This course will now be taught online.
Sessions to be delivered via Zoom and a dedicated CALAT learner group Facebook page.

The course aims to encourage individual creative thinking and practical art skills & develop analytical skills; through practical work and engaging sessions with peer working skills; through group exercises and Q and A, IT & problem-solving skills developed through Drawing & Painting projects improving knowledge about other artist’s techniques and exhibitions especially in London.


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 creativearts@croydon.gov.uk

Courses

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. The overall plan is for the first term in September to be online and then we’ll be back in the classroom as soon as is practicable and possible, most likely being Term 2 and 3.

This course requires you book an ONLINE ASSESSMENT before you can enrol and you will need an online account to so this.
1.Please click on the ENROL button – this will put the course into your basket on the right in the “My
courses” section. You will see a message ‘Thank you – your enquiry is complete’
2.Click on ‘MY ENROLMENTS’ tab at the very top of the screen
3.Click on ‘Please select Interview’ dropdown box to view and select an assessment/interview date and
time. You will receive an email confirming your appointment
Assessment Dates:
Tues 25 Aug at 18.00 - 19.00
Wed 2 Sep at 16.00 - 17.00
Tues 8 Sept at 18.00 - 19.00
Wed 16 Sept at 17.00 - 18.00
Wed 23 Sept at 16.00 - 18.00
Please bring ID, proof or income or any benefit information to your assessment.
Course fees over £120.00 can be made by instalments.

Courses

Summary

Would you like to push yourself to create images that are better lit, better composed and have a professional finish? Do you want to learn how to take better landscapes, portraits, still life or street/documentary photographs? Build you photography portfolio further and gain a nationally recognised qualification? You will learn how to utilise your cameras settings, use photography accessories and equipment to aid you in taking better photographs. Learn how to achieve consistent exposures through control of shutter speed and aperture and develop your creative and critical skills to improve your photography. This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop an understanding of photographic processes and the photo imaging industry. There will be opportunities to learn about, studio photography, commercial photography, documentary photography and your final outcome will be to produce and present a portfolio of photographic images. The course also covers digital image manipulation skills using photo editing software. The overall plan is for the first term in September to be online and then we’ll be back in the classroom as soon as is practicable and possible, most likely being Term 2 and 3.
This course requires you book an ONLINE ASSESSMENT before you can enrol and you will need an online account to so this.
1.Please click on the ENROL button – this will put the course into your basket on the right in the “My
courses” section .You will see a message ‘Thank you – your enquiry is complete’
2.Click on ‘MY ENROLMENTS’ tab at the very top of the screen
3.Click on ‘Please select Interview’ dropdown box to view and select an assessment/interview date and
time.You will receive an email confirming your appointment.

Assessment Dates
Tues 25/8/20 at 19.00 - 20.00
Wed 2//9/20 at 19.00 - 20.00
Tues 8/9/20 at 19.00 - 20.00
Please bring ID, proof of income or any benefit information to your assessment.

Courses

Portuguese Improvers ABC Entry 3 Reading & Writing

Summary
Please note – This course will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied Portuguese for approximately one year and can cope in first contact situations and communicate simply in the language.

During this course, you will develop your reading & writing skills and will learn to read and understand basic texts in Portuguese and write simple phrases and short sentences.

You will work towards the ABC Entry Level Award in Reading and Writing in Portuguese (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

Courses

Portuguese Lower Advanced Term 1

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied Portuguese for about 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 term, you will learn to express preferences and make and respond to suggestions.

Courses

Spanish: An Introduction to Spanish

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely 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 first contacts, basic "getting to know you" phrases and ordering drinks and snacks in a cafe. There is no formal accreditation with this course.

Courses

Spanish Beginners - Fast track

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom and Google Drive

This Fast Track beginners course is suitable for learners who have never learned Spanish before or who have some knowledge and who want to learn at a quicker pace. If you have learned another language previously, it will also help.

During the course, you will cover first contacts, basic "getting to know you" phrases and ordering drinks and snacks in a cafe. There is no formal accreditation with this course.

Courses

Spanish Complete Beginners ABC E3 Speaking & Listening

IMPORTANT NOTE - These courses will now start one week later than previously advertised

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely 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 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 Improvers ABC Level 1 Speaking & Listening

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied Spanish for about a year and can cope in first contact situations and communicate simply in the language.

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 (preterite) and future timeframes to a limited extent.

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 lower level terms 1 & 2

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

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

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

IMPORTANT: If you are aged between 19 and 23 years old and wish to study this course, please contact us at languages1@croydon.gov.uk BEFORE YOU ENROL, as we will need to check your eligibility for funding.

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 - ABC Level 2 Reading & Writing

IMPORTANT: If you are aged between 19 and 23 years old and wish to study this course, please contact us at languages1@croydon.gov.uk BEFORE YOU ENROL, as we will need to check your eligibility for funding

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied Spanish for around 5 years. You might already have a GCSE which you want to refresh. You are probably fairly confident using the present, future and past tenses but still need practice to increase confidence and fluency.
During this course, you will learn how to converse, understand, and write in Spanish with more confidence. You will improve your skills in presenting an argument and will consolidate your knowledge of Spanish grammar


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 upper advanced term 1

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely online via Zoom

To join this advanced class you should have studied Spanish for at least 5 years and be able to converse well with a native speaker.

The course will give you the opportunity to improve your fluency and to use and understand more complex language. You will increase your mastery of the various tenses to express yourself more 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 various Spanish speaking countries and will explore literature and film.


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 very advanced conversation term 1

Please note – All courses will be delivered entirely 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 develop your conversational skills and fluency,speaking about everyday contemporary and cultural issues, current affairs and general situations

Courses

To be considered for a place on this course you must book and attend 1 pre course information / interview session at 9:30am:

8 September
15 September
22 September
29 September
6 October
13 October
20 October
3 November
1 December
8 December
15 December

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 childrensworkforce@croydon.gov.uk.

Courses

To be considered for a place on this course you must book and attend 1 pre course information / interview session at 9:30am:

8 September
15 September
22 September
29 September
6 October
13 October
20 October
3 November
1 December
8 December
15 December

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 childrensworkforce@croydon.gov.uk.

Courses

To be considered for a place on this course you must book and attend 1 pre course information / interview session at 9:30am:

8 September
15 September
22 September
29 September
6 October
13 October
20 October
3 November
1 December
8 December
15 December

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 childrensworkforce@croydon.gov.uk.

Courses

To be considered for a place on this course you must book and attend 1 pre course information / interview session at 9:30am:

8 September
15 September
22 September
29 September
6 October
13 October
20 October
3 November
1 December
8 December
15 December

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 childrensworkforce@croydon.gov.uk.

Courses

Course Summary

Our ICT courses are delivered online using Zoom (except beginners, which are classroom based) so you will need the following –

- A computer at home (with a camera)
- Internet connection
- Email address
- Microsoft Office programmes – Word, Excel, Powerpoint

To be considered for enrolment on this course you will need to complete a Computing/IT assessment and attend an information session which will be held online using Zoom video conferencing (details of this will be emailed to you once your information session has been booked).

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS:

You first need to:
- Click on the Register button to create an account – enter your name/email address and a password
- Search for the ICT course that you are interested in
- Click on the ‘Enrol’ button below the course description – this will add the course to “My Course
Shopping Basket”

Once this has been done you may need to:
- Log back into your account with email address and password
- Click on “My Enrolments” – top of screen
- Click on the course in your “My Enrolments
- On the drop down box choose date and time for your information session
- You will receive an email to confirm your session is booked

Once you have booked your information session and it has been confirmed by email you will then be contacted by email with information for your initial assessment and information session.

If you have any queries please email philip.deakin@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 ext. 50121 or 52509 for more information.

Courses