"I think the College is a great experience and all the tutors are very helpful. I've enjoyed my time at the College so much that I'm going to stay to study for a foundation degree here. Anyone thinking about coming here, should because the Tutors are great and so is the College!".
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TOP NEW COURSES


  Health & Social Care

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Working within the caring industry can be very rewarding. Whether you are looking for a career working with children, the elderly or people with disabilities we have the course for you. Many of these courses can be combined with work, and include a mandatory work experience placement for each of our full-time courses.

The courses cover many different scenarios and provide the student with the necessary skills and personal qualities which are essential for success in working life.

For further information please contact healthandsocialcare@dunstable.ac.uk

Full Time
BTEC Introductory Diploma in Health & Social Care; Level 1
This course offers students a broad introduction to the health and social care sector. The course is..
BTEC First Diploma in Health and Social Care; Level 2
This is a practical, work–related course. Students learn by completing projects and..
BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care; Level 3
This course is an academic course equivalent to three A Levels, it does however encompass a..

Part Time
NVQ Health and Social Care – Levels 2 & 3
These courses are accessed through a variety of learning techniques including open learning..
BTEC Award in Communication and Self–Development in a Counselling Skills Context – Level 1
This course consists of two units offering education and training for those working with people, who..
NCFE Counselling Skills – Level 2
This is an ideal qualification if you are already working in an environment where interpersonal..
NCFE Certificate in Counselling Skills – Level 3
This is an ideal qualification if you wish to enhance your role as, for example, a Nurse or Social..
First Aid at Work FULL Certificate – 4 Day course
Train to be a first aider in the workplace and gain a recognised qualification that is valid for..
Appointed Person in First Aid in the work place – 1 Day course
An appointed person is an individual who is appointed by a company to take charge in the event of an..
FAQ Certificate in Basic First Aid – Level 2
This Level 2 Certificate in Basic First Aid is a vocationally related qualification that provides..
Refresher First Aid course – 2 day course
A person who holds A Full certificate in First Aid must take the refresher course every three years..
CIEH Award in Food Safety in Catering – Level 1
The new CIEH Level 1 awards in food safety are suitable for a variety of candidates, including new..
CIEH Award in Food Safety in Catering – Level 2
Train in the basic principles of food hygiene and gain a recognised qualification. You will cover;..
NCFE Certificate in Understanding and Prevention of MRSA – Level 2
The Level 2 Certificate in Understanding and Prevention of MRSA is an ideal qualification for those..
NEBOSH National General Certificate Health & Safety
The legal health and safety requirements for the workplace are numerous and complex. The NEBOSH..
CROCNAC Introduction to Psychology
Find out more about psychology on this introductory taster course. You will cover different methods..




  Childcare

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Childcare
Working within the caring industry can be very rewarding. Whether you are looking for a career working with children, the elderly or people with disabilities we have the course for you. Many of these courses can be combined with work, and include a mandatory work experience placement for each of our full-time courses.

The courses cover many different scenarios and provide the student with the necessary skills and personal qualities which are essential for success in working life.

For further information please contact childcare@dunstable.ac.uk

Full Time
CACHE Foundation in Caring for Children; Level 1
This is a one–year course which provides an introduction to working with children. It provides..
CACHE (ACD) in Childcare and Education; Level 2
The CACHE Level 2 Award, Certificate and Diploma in Childcare and Education is a one year course of..
CACHE (ACD) in Childcare and Education; Level 3
This is a two–year modular training course for anyone wishing to work with young children. You..

Part Time
CACHE Certificate in Playwork – Level 2
The course consists of two units: Unit 1 Playwork Practice Unit 2 Health and Safety in a Playwork..
CACHE Certificate for Teaching Assistants – Stage 3
You will develop the skills you need to work as a teacher’s assistant in a school. You will..
CACHE Certificate in Pre–School Practice – Level 2
This Level 2 qualification provides qualified status for early years practitioners and is suitable..
CACHE Diploma in Pre–School Practice – Level 3
This Level 3 qualification is for you if you are working as a supervisor or in a senior position in..
CACHE Diploma in Home–Based Childcare – Level 3
Unit 1 Introducing Childcare Practice (home–based) This Unit forms a stand–alone..
CACHE Diploma in Home–Based Childcare – Level 3
This five unit course follows on from Unit 1 and gives a full qualification to home–based..
Foundation Degree in Early Years (FdA) (Specialising in Playwork)
This is a two–year programme which helps develop knowledge, understanding and skills for..
NVQ Children’s Care, Learning and Development – Levels 2 & 3
These courses are accessed througha variety of learning techniquesincluding open learning..



  Public Services

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Our Public Services courses are ideal if you wish to pursue a career within one of the forces, including the Police Force, Fire Services or Armed Forces. The courses prepare students both mentally and physically for their chosen career, and can provide a strong basis for success.

These courses often provide the most rewarding feedback from all our students. From watching students develop their skills, and then pursuing their chosen career, it is a very proud day for the Tutors who then attend passing out parades as some students choose to join the forces.

For further information please contact publicservices@dunstable.ac.uk

Full Time
BTEC Diploma in Public Services; Level 1
This course gives a good introduction to Public Services. It is suited to learners interested in a..
BTEC First Diploma in Public Services; Level 2
This course gives learners an insight into the work of the uniformed public services, as well as..
BTEC National Diploma in Public Services; Level 3
This course is suitable for anyone hoping for a career in the Public Services including Police,..

 


  Travel & Tourism

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Travel & Tourism
The Travel and Tourism courses provide students with the ideal opportunity to prepare for careers within the industry, which often see's them travelling the world. From air stewards to travel reps, the world really is your oyster!

These practical work-related courses allow students to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes which are essential for success in their chosen career. Trips within the UK and overseas are required elements of each course. In recent years these have included airports, accommodation providers and visitor attractions, enabling students to gain a real insight into the industry.

For further information please contact travel@dunstable.ac.uk

Full Time
BTEC Introductory Diploma in Hospitality,Travel and Tourism; Level 1
This is a practical, work-related course. You learn by completing projects and assignments that are..
BTEC First Diploma in Travel and Tourism; Level 2
This is a practical work-related course which allows students to develop a range of skills and..
BTEC National Diploma in Travel & Tourism; Level 3
This is a practical work-related course which will develop the skills, knowledge and understanding..
City & Guilds VRQ Air Cabin Crew Development; Level 2
This is a practical work-related course which prepares students for entry to the demanding and..

Part Time
NCFE Certificate for Airline Cabin Crew – Level 2
This qualification will provide candidates with key insights into the role of airline cabin crew...
Certificate in Sustainable Tourism – Level 2
This course will raise awareness of the key elements of sustainable tourism and eco–tourism in..
NCFE Certificate in Travel & Tourism Management – Level 3
This qualification aims to increase the candidate’s understanding of contemporary and legislative..