Online Enrolments

Business - Build Confidence in Job Application Skills

This course aims to help you to improve your CV by portraying all your relevant skills in a positive manner using “buzz words”. How to complete an application form to include all the information a prospective employer wants to see and to prepare for and develop the skills you need to perform well at an interview.

This is a one day course from 10:00 - 15:00, available at our Thornton Heath or Central Croydon centres.

If you are interested in attending this short course - please email us calat.business@croydon.gov.uk.

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Business - Delivering Excellent customer Service

Good Customer Service is of vital importance in all areas of work and employers seek employees who can deliver this effectively.

This course aims to provide you with the skills required to deliver efficient, reliable customer service, identify different methods of communication with customers and effectively deal with customer queries, problems and complaints. A very useful addition to your C.V.

This is a one day course from 10:00 – 13:00, available at our Thornton Heath or Central Croydon centres.

If you are interested in attending this short course - please email us calat.business@croydon.gov.uk.

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Introduction to Bookkeeping

This is an introductory course for anyone interested in taking a bookkeeping course or working in the sector.

The course runs on a Wednesday morning to fit around the school run.

You will need to be over 19 to take part and in receipt of a low-wage or unemployed and receiving Universal Credit or similar.

The successful completion of the course will allow entry onto an AAT Level 1 course.

There is no entry requirements although a reasonable level of English & Maths is needed.

You can enrol onto the course by clicking the 'enrol' button and following the steps - you will need to set up an account in order to do this.

If you have any questions please email CALAT.Business@croydon.gov.uk

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Creative Arts - Summer Art: Painting with water-based media.

You will explore and learn about colour theory and art terminology in order to gain a better understanding about colour and colour mixing, using water based media

Your tutor will demonstrate all tasks and support your individual needs both as a group and 1-1.

You will be supported in experimenting with colour & colour mixing, discovering how different shades and tones of a colour are created. You will put this knowledge and learning into practise in the form of a painting of your choice, using all the new colour combinations that you have learnt to mix!

This is a fun & relaxing course whereby the visual outcomes will speak positive volumes in regard to your learning about colour and colour mixing!

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Summary

This is a 5 week jewellery Making course you will understand why we wear jewellery. Learn about tools and materials used in jewellery making .
You will Learn about the tools, the names and how to use them safely and what you can make from them.
Making choices through colour and style of beads and materials.
You will be taught 3 different techniques on how to make a completed jewellery set.
You will learn how to style a your wardrobe using your finished products and take your new skills to the next level .

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Summary

Learning to look, learning to see! Grid drawing:

You will learn about drawing & toning skills following the grid method. Your tutor will explain & demonstrate how to implement the grid method in your approach to drawing & there will be practise exercises before you undertake a drawing of your choice, based on your own personal ability level & area of interest in regards to genre.In the doing of this you will have learnt how to scale up a picture & enlarge from its original size.

Once your drawing is completed, you will be guided as to which tonal & mark making techniques complement your idea, introducing light & dark shading range to complete the piece of art.

The grid method is a technique that has been used for centuries in art that involves dividing an image into a series of smaller, more manageable sections using a grid framework.

This is a fun course whereby the visual outcomes will speak positive volumes in regards to any preconceived perceptions of creative ability & will challenge these notions for the better!!

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Summary

This course is for people with some previous experience of using a sewing machine and with some knowledge of clothes making

Progress your sewing skills with this ‘Carry-On-Sewing’ intermediate dressmaking course.

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Summary

Do you have an interest in sewing, fashion or dressmaking and want to get started?
Get more out of Sewing through this course designed to increase your knowledge and appreciation of dressmaking.
This course is for you if you are new to sewing and using a sewing machine. In this beginners’ course, you will learn the basic sewing techniques needed to use a machine. With the support of your tutor, you will learn how to use patterns to make samples and a simple garment.

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Summary

This 5-week beginner-friendly course is designed to spark your creativity and help you explore the basics of photography. Whether you're using a DSLR or a smartphone camera, this course will guide you through fundamental techniques to achieve creative and visually engaging results. No prior experience is needed—just a passion for capturing moments.

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Summary

This new creative writing short course aims to equip those who want to write creatively but don’t know how to begin (or how to sustain writing once begun), with interesting and fun ways to get started and keep going. It will enable you to gain confidence in starting to write creatively by using art, literature and music as inspiration, and will be a very practical course that will help you to free your imagination to express what is inside you in a safe, comfortable and conducive environment with like-minded people.

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AI: Practical Applications in the Real World (Level 2)

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.

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.

OCN Essential Digital Skills qualifications offered at Entry Level 3 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.

Before you enrol, you’ll need to attend a Digital Skills Taster session, where you'll complete a short assessment to help determine your suitability for the course. If needed, we’ll recommend a more appropriate option.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 28230 or 28241

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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.

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.

OCN Essential Digital Skills qualifications offered at Entry Level 3 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.

Before you enrol, you’ll need to attend a Digital Skills Taster session, where you'll complete a short assessment to help determine your suitability for the course. If needed, we’ll recommend a more appropriate option.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 28230 or 28241

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.

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.

OCN Essential Digital Skills qualifications offered at Entry Level 3 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.

Before you enrol, you’ll need to attend a Digital Skills Taster session, where you'll complete a short assessment to help determine your suitability for the course. If needed, we’ll recommend a more appropriate option.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 28230 or 28241

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.

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.

OCN Essential Digital Skills qualifications offered at Entry Level 3 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.

Before you enrol, you’ll need to attend a Digital Skills Taster session, where you'll complete a short assessment to help determine your suitability for the course. If needed, we’ll recommend a more appropriate option.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 28230 or 28241

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.

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.

OCN Essential Digital Skills qualifications offered at Entry Level 3 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.

Before you enrol, you’ll need to attend a Digital Skills Taster session, where you'll complete a short assessment to help determine your suitability for the course. If needed, we’ll recommend a more appropriate option.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 28230 or 28241

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.

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.

OCN Essential Digital Skills qualifications offered at Entry Level 3 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.

Before you enrol, you’ll need to attend a Digital Skills Taster session, where you'll complete a short assessment to help determine your suitability for the course. If needed, we’ll recommend a more appropriate option.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 28230 or 28241

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.

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.

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.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 28230 or 28241

Courses

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.

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.

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.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 28230 or 28241

Courses

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.

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.

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.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 28230 or 28241

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.

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.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 3757 0609 Extn 28230 or 28241

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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.

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.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 3757 0609 Extn 28230 or 28241

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.

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.

OCN Essential Digital Skills qualifications offered at Entry Level 3 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.

Before you enrol, you’ll need to attend a Digital Skills Taster session, where you'll complete a short assessment to help determine your suitability for the course. If needed, we’ll recommend a more appropriate option.

To arrange an assessment please contact:

Email: CALAT-ICT@croydon.gov.uk

Phone: 020 8726 7777 Extn 28230 or 28241

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Languages: An Introduction to British Sign Language

This course will take place in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower

This complete beginner’s course is suitable for those who wish to take the first steps in learning Sign Language (BSL) and who have never learned BSL before or have a very limited knowledge.
During this course, you will start to learn how to sign the BSL alphabet and will gain an understanding of the skills required to produce and receive BSL.

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Languages - An Introduction to Spanish

This course will be delivered in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower.

This Introductory course is suitable for learners who have never learned the language before or who have a very limited knowledge. It will cover first contacts, and basic "getting to know you" phrases. You will also gain an insight into the delights of Spanish food and culture. Completion of this course will prepare you to move forward to an accredited Spanish beginners course next academic year.

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French: French Continuing Beginners Entry level - Part 2

Course CTL101-24 will be delivered in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower.

Course DEL159-24 will be delivered online via Zoom. Please make sure you enrol on the correct course.

This course assumes you have studied French for about 3 or 4 months and can cope in first contact situations and communicate very simply in the language.

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

You will work towards the SEG Awards Entryl 3 Award in Reading and Writing in French (SEG Awards is the Awarding Body). This involves compiling a small portfolio of assessments done in class which will then be internally and externally verified. All fees include the cost of this accreditation.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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 - French Level 1 Improvers - term 3

This course will take place in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower.

This course assumes you have studied French for about 12-18 months. You should already be able to get by in the language and cope with social situations and travel information.

This term, you will continue to learn how to converse, using both the past tense and future tenses and time will be spent practicing the use of both tenses to develop your confidence and fluency when speaking.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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 - French Level 1/2 - Lower Intermediate term 3

This course will take place online via ZOOM.

This course follows on from the Lower Intermediate Level 1 Reading & Writing course during the autumn & spring terms. If you did not follow this course, you should have at least 2-3 years’ of study and the ability to get by in the language, holding short, simple conversations, employing the present and simple past tenses.

During this course you will consolidate your knowledge of all grammar learned previously and will work towards increasing your ability to talk with more confidence about a variety of topics, employing the present, past and future tenses.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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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French Level 3

These courses will take place in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower.

To join either of these Advanced classes, you should have studied French for around 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, employing a range of tenses.
You will continue to 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 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 - German Level 2/3 Intermediate plus

Please note – This course will be delivered online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied German for about 4 years and are familiar with German word order and use of the four different cases, although you may need to refine usage. You are probably reasonably confident using different tenses but need more practise to gain fluency. You should already be able to hold a short conversation with a degree of confidence with a native speaker.

During this course you will learn to speak with increased fluency and accuracy when using different tenses and the different cases.

There will be no formal accreditation this term.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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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German Level 3

This course will be delivered online via Zoom.

This course assumes you have studied German for around 5 years. 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 work to increase your knowledge of all the tenses and will increase your general vocabulary.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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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Greek Level 3

Please note – This course will be delivered online via Zoom

This course assumes you have studied Greek for around 6 years. You must already be able to hold a conversation with a native speaker with reasonable confidence and fluency, employing a range of different 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 manual 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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Italian Beginners Entry Level - Part 1

This course will take place in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower.

This complete beginners course is suitable for learners who have never learned the language before or who have a very limited knowledge. During the course, you will cover first contacts, basic "getting to know you" phrases and ordering drinks and snacks in a café. You will work towards the SEG Awards (Skills and Education Group) Entry 3 Award 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 manual 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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Italian Beginners Entry Level part 2

Please Read - this information is important.

Course DEL115-24 will be delivered online via Zoom. For this course, please be aware that you will need to come into the centre at Croydon Clocktower for one session nearing the end of the course so that you can complete the speaking and listening assessments which need to recorded in person. The Tutor will let you know in advance, the date and the time for these assessments.

Course CTL|113-24 will be delivered in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower.

This course assumes you have studied Italian for about 3 or 4 months and can cope in first contact situations and communicate very simply in the language.

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

You will work towards the SEG Awards ABC Entry 3 Award in Italian (Skills and Education Group is the Awarding Body). This involves compiling a small portfolio of assessments done in class which will then be internally and externally verified. All fees include the cost of this accreditation.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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 - Italian for your Holidays

This course will be delivered in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower.

During this short course, you will learn some Italian vocabulary and a few simple phrases which will be useful while on holiday in Italy.

No prior knowledge of Italian is required to study this course.

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Italian Level 1 - Term 3

These courses will take place in the classroom at CALAT Croydon Clocktower.

Both courses follow on from the previous Level 1 accredited courses in Italian with CALAT and assumes you can get by in Italian with a degree of confidence in various social situations, employing the present and simple past tenses.

During this course you will practise using the various past tenses and simple future tense to increase your confidence and fluency

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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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Italian Level 3

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

To join this Italian Level 3 Upper Advanced class you should have studied Italian for at least 5/6 years or have lived in Italy and immersed yourself in Italian life and culture.

Perhaps you have already obtained a good grade at GCSE? (although this is not a course requirement).

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 enhance your reading skills and knowledge of Italian culture and will also explore literature and film.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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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Spanish Beginners Entry Level - Part 1

These courses will take place online via Zoom.

IT IS ALSO IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT FOR THESE COURSES, you will need to come into the centre at Croydon Clocktower for one session nearing the end of the course so that you can complete the speaking and listening assessments which need to recorded in person. The Tutor will let you know in advance, the date and the time for these assessments.

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 café. You will work towards the SEG Awards (Skills and Education Group is the Awarding Body) ABC Entry 3 Award 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 manual 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 Beginners Entry Level - Part 2

This course will be delivered in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower.

These courses assume you have studied Spanish for about 6 months and can cope in first contact situations and communicate very simply in the language. You will learn how to describe yourself and others in greater detail, referring to your daily routine and leisure activities. You will learn to talk about where you live and where you are from and describe your home. These courses are not suitable for complete beginners.

You will work towards the SEG Awards (Skills and Education Group is the Awarding Body) Entry 3 Award in Reading & 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 manual 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 - Spanish Level 1 Improvers - term 3

These courses will be delivered in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower.

This course assumes you have studied Spanish for about 12-18 months. You should already be able to get by in the language and cope with social situations and travel information.

This term, you will continue to learn how to converse, using both the past tense and future tenses and time will be spent practicing the use of both tenses to develop your confidence and fluency when speaking.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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 Level 1/Level 2 Lower Intermediate - term 3

This course will take place online via ZOOM

This course follows on from the Lower Intermediate Level 1 Reading & Writing course during the autumn & spring terms. If you did not follow this course, you should have at least 2-3 years’ of study and the ability to get by in the language, holding short, simple conversations, employing the present and simple past tenses.

During this course you will consolidate your knowledge of all grammar learned previously and will work towards increasing your ability to talk with more confidence about a variety of topics, employing the present, past and future tenses.


Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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 Level 2 - term 3

This course will take place in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower.

This course follows on from the Level 2 Part 1 Speaking & Listening course in the autumn and spring terms. To join this Intermediate level class, you should have studied Spanish for around 3/4 years and you should be able to cope reasonably well in conversations with a native speaker, employing the present, past and future tenses and the conditional tense to a limited extent.

During this course, you will continue to increase your ability to converse, understand, and write in Spanish with more confidence and will consolidate your knowledge of Spanish grammar.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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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Spanish Level 2/3

This course will be delivered in the classroom at Croydon Clocktower.

To join this Upper Intermediate/Lower Advanced level class you should have studied Spanish for 4 or 5 years and you may have already obtained a GCSE pass. (This is not a requirement for this course though)

You should already be able to cope reasonably well in discussions with a native speaker, using the present, past and future tenses.

You will continue to increase your ability to converse, understand, and write in Spanish with more confidence. You will further improve your skills in presenting an argument using topical materials from Spanish speaking countries and will consolidate your knowledge of Spanish grammar.

Payment for course fees over £120.00 can be made by manual 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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Spanish Level 3

Please note – All courses will be delivered online via Zoom

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

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 manual 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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Spanish Level 3 Conversation

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 5-6 years and be able to converse well with a native Spanish speaker, using a range of tenses. You will develop your conversational skills and fluency, speaking about everyday contemporary and cultural issues, current affairs and general situations.

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Step into: Early Years

There is a minimum age to enrol on this course. You must be 19 years of age or above as of 31.8.24. You must live in the borough of Croydon. The course may be free depending on your current employment status or income.

Please click on the course details button below for further information about the course.

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Step into: Teaching Assistant

This course is for people who are interested in a career working in schools as a Teaching Assistant and who do not have an existing qualification in this area.

There is a minimum age to enrol on this course. You must be 19 years of age or above as of 31.8.24. You must live in the borough of Croydon. The course may be free depending on your current employment status or income. Please click on the course details button below for further information about the course.

If you are interested in enrolling on this course, please read the course details and then contact us at:

training4care@croydon.gov.uk

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Ascentis Level 3 Award in Education & Training

This course will be blended - delivered online and in the classroom.

PLEASE NOTE - This is NOT a Teaching Assistant course and is NOT suitable for you if you wish to support younger children in the classroom. This course is aimed only at those wishing to teach Adults in the Adult Education Sector.
The Ascentis Level 3 Award in Education is an introduction to teaching and it is appropriate for teachers, tutors and trainers who may be working within an FE college, Community Learning and Skills Provider or Independent Learning Provider i.e with learners post 14 years of age. The course is also aimed at learners who wish to gain a taste of teaching in the Adult Education sector before deciding to pursue a career in teaching. (Ascentis is the Awarding Body)

Before you are able to enrol on this course, you will need to book and attend an assessment/formation session. You will need to create an online account to book your place on the assessment. Click on the 'Enrol' button to book your session for this course and follow the booking/registration instructions.

Additional assessment sessions for this course will be held at CALAT Croydon Clocktower centre on:
Thursday 13th February 2025 between 5:00 and 7:00pm

Each session will last approximately 1-2 hours. The sessions are broken down into half-hour slots so you will need to select an appointment slot and arrive promptly for the start of the session.

Please bring along proof of any benefits you may be entitled to, as well as your Passport/ ID card or Home Office letter if applicable. Accredited courses may be free to those in receipt of certain benefits and who meet the eligibility criteria for UK residency.


Course fees over £120.00 can be paid by manual instalments.

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