Giving your employees the opportunity to enhance their skills is a great way of developing your business. When it comes to training your existing employees, Loughborough College offer a range of flexible training solutions.
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Professional Qualifications
At Loughborough College we have a number of qualifications and associations with professional bodies to support your staff development needs
Short Courses
Our short courses tie into the essential knowledge and skills required by employees to carry out certain job roles. They are an excellent way of learning and can bring a host of benefits to your business and employees. We offer flexible delivery models depending on need and size of cohort.
Distance Learning
Loughborough College has a fantastic range of Distance Learning Courses available FREE OF CHARGE and these are popular amongst business looking to upskill their staff and individuals aiming to progress their career.
These are self-study knowledge based short courses lasting 12-16 weeks. You will receive distance learning resources and assessment papers which can be completed paper based or electronically.
Work-based Qualifications
Loughborough College delivers a range qualifications, typically National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs), delivered solely in the workplace. This provides employers with a valuable opportunity to up-skill and develop their existing workforce for a variety of area’s including Health and Social Care, Early Years and Supporting Teaching and Learning.
Bespoke Training
If you identify a skills gap in your workforce or want to train your staff in a particular area, our Business Development Consultants can work with you to create a bespoke, tailored course around your business needs.
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AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting
The AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Foundation course is an entry-level accounting qualification, ideal for anyone who is seeking an introduction to basic accounting principles and skills.
This Level 2 course is part-funded, so the cost for students is reduced.
On successful completion of this course, you might be eligible for a fully funded Level 3 course. Please see information on progression below.Course Duration 1 YearLevel 2Mode of Attendance Part TimeAAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping (Online and On Campus)
This AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Foundation course is an entry-level bookkeeping qualification, ideal for anyone who is seeking an introduction to basic bookkeeping principles and skills.
This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education , and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons in the classroom.
This Level 2 course is part-funded, so the cost for students is reduced.
On successful completion of this course, you might be eligible for a fully funded Level 3 course. Please see information on progression below.Course Duration 1 YearLevel 2Mode of AttendanceILM Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills
Designed to help you boost performance as a team member and help make the transition from working in a team to leading a team. For practising team leaders, it will help with your effectiveness and confidence in the role.
Benefits: Learn core leadership and management skills and put these skills into practice in the workplace to improve the team’s performance.
Course Duration 12 WeeksLevel 2Mode of AttendanceLevel 2 Certificate in Team Leading
The ILM Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading aims to give practising or potential team leaders the foundation for their formal development in this role. The qualification does this by developing a wide range of team leading skills and assisting participants in gaining the comprehensive knowledge required by a team leader. This qualification broadens the skills and knowledge in a flexible and practical way.
Course Duration 6 - 10 WeeksLevel 2Mode of AttendanceAAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting
This AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) advanced level course is a mid-level accounting qualification, ideal for anyone who is looking to advance their existing knowledge of accounting.
This Level 3 course is part of the National Skills Fund initiative and is fully funded for eligible learners. Alternatively, you can apply for an advanced learner loan to cover the cost of studying this course. Please ask a member of college staff for more information.
Course Duration 1 YearLevel 3Mode of Attendance Part TimeILM Level 3 Award in Coaching
This course is for people in their first management roles, including team leaders and first-line managers. Coaching is becoming recognised as possibly the single most important method for individuals, teams and organisations to enhance their performance. It is an essential organisational tool for promoting a healthy work/life balance amongst employees, and as such is a crucial building block for personal and organisational development.
Course Duration 1 YearLevel 3Mode of AttendanceILM Level 3 Award / Certificate in Leadership & Management
The ILM Level 3 Award/Certificate in Leadership & Management is ideal if you are have management responsibilities but no formal training, and are serious about developing your abilities. It’s particularly suited to practising team leaders seeking to move up to the next level of management, and managers who need to lead people through organisational change, budget cuts or other pressures.Course DurationLevel 3Mode of AttendanceLevel 3 Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Foundation Certificate in Marketing
The aim of the Foundation Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing is to equip you with the skills, knowledge and understanding to perform professionally in a support-level marketing role.
We bring learning to life through meaningful assessments which reflect the demands of the modern industry. As a result, you will develop a good understanding of the wider role of marketing and see how your practical skills can be applied to future career progression.
Course Duration 1 YearLevel 3Mode of Attendance Part TimeCMI Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Management & Leadership
The Diploma in Management and Leadership is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Students study part-time and complete written assignments that may be based on your own organisation and job role or more theory based examples. This qualification is suitable for those who are, or wish to become, team leaders and/or supervisors. This includes individuals who are at the start of their career that wish to become team leaders/ supervisors as well as those aspiring or existing managers who may already have developed practical experience but who wish to develop their theoretical understanding of management skills further.
This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education, and combines online learning with virtual lessons.
This Level 3 course is part of the Free Courses for Jobs initiative and is fully funded for eligible learners. Alternatively, you can apply for an advanced learner loan to cover the cost of studying this course. Please ask a member of college staff for more information.
Please note: The course starts on 23rd Oct 2023. Attendance is once a month depending on the Unit. A full itinerary will be given in advance of the course.
Course Duration 12 - 18 MonthsLevel 3Mode of Attendance Part TimeAAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Association of Accounting Technicians
In a rapidly changing world one thing has remained constant; to prosper you need business, and where you have business you need accountants. All business, big or small, needs modern financial skills to develop and prosper. Investment in high quality training of accounting and book-keeping staff is an essential component of any business.
This course operates rolling start dates throughout the year. Contact our Admissions Team on 01509 618375 or by emailing info@loucoll.ac.uk to find out when the next start date will be.
Course Duration 1 YearLevel 4Mode of AttendanceLevel 4 Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Certificate in Professional Marketing
The aim of the CIM Level 4 Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing is to provide the practising marketer with relevant, contemporary marketing content to equip them for the current global landscape. Learning is brought to life through meaningful and active assessment methods which embrace the modern marketing industry.
This is a one year provision but you can start in September, January or April.
Course Duration 1 YearLevel 4Mode of Attendance Part TimeFoundation Degree in Business and Management
This two-year Foundation Degree programme has been designed to enable a multidisciplinary study of Business and Management at a higher level. You will gain a theoretical and practical understanding of Business and Management in a variety of industry contexts. The modules on this course will provide you with the skills and experience necessary for successful employment through a combination of theoretical study and practical tasks.Course Duration 2 YearsLevel 5Mode of AttendanceILM Level 5 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring
Ideal for managers who are already carrying out coaching and mentoring in their everyday role or for those who are planning to move into a development role or start a career as a freelance coach or mentor.Course DurationLevel 5Mode of AttendanceILM Level 5 Award/ Certifcate in Leadership & Management
The Level 5 Award/Certificate in Leadership & Management is designed for practising middle managers, helping you to develop your skills and experience, improve performance and prepare for senior management responsibilities.Course DurationLevel 5Mode of AttendanceBA (Hons) in Leadership and Management Top-Up
The BA (Hons) in Leadership and Management is a one-year top-up degree programme which has been designed to give you a theoretical and practical experience of leadership and management in a variety of industry contexts. The modules on this course will provide you with the skills and experiences necessary for a successful Management career within industry. This programme will allow you to enhance your current knowledge and skills in order to develop as an informed management specialist.
Course Duration 1 YearLevel 6Mode of Attendance Full TimeUCAS Code N292Level 6 Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Diploma in Professional Digital Marketing
The Diploma in Professional Digital Marketing gives you the required knowledge, skills and understanding at management level to take a strategic approach to marketing planning. By understanding key digital marketing techniques required to integrate digital solutions in the marketing plan, you will be able to interpret relevant insight and make informed strategic decisions.
This is a one year provision but you can start in September, January or April.Course Duration 1 YearLevel 6Mode of Attendance Part Time
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