"Training benefits your business in many ways. It boosts competitiveness, productivity
and staff motivation and reduces your recruitment costs."
www.traintogain.gov.uk
A depleted organisation with fewer skills to call on is less likely to survive the recession.
Chartered Management Institute, Jan 09
From our Thurrock Learning Campus or South Essex College campuses across Basildon. Southend and Thurrock, Business Development can offer cost and time
effective training solutions to meet your needs, whether it is as part of our professional courses, a short course, or a
tailor made programme to meet your unique requirements.
Services to Thurrock Businesses
Do you know what training your business needs? If not, our Lead Employer Engagement Brokers can analyse your training
needs from the information you provide, at your premises and at your convenience. After evaluating your needs we will
recommend a training and development plan tailored to your requirements; this service is complementary with no
obligation. You will also receive independent information, advice and guidance.
To arrange an appointment with us, simply email the following information to business@thurrockcampus.ac.uk and you will be
contacted as soon as possible:
- Your Name
- Job Title
- Company Name
- Business Sector
- Company address including postcode
- Number of full and part time employees
- Detail training areas you would like to address
- Any other information that you think may be useful
What’s on offer?
Many work based, flexible training programmes are available.
- NVQs
- Apprenticeships
- Professional Qualifications
- IT for All
- Evening & Weekend Courses
- General Adult courses
Why our courses?
- Our wide range of practical courses to suit the needs of most employers
- Passionate staff with recent relevant work experience guiding your employees to success
- Success rates for NVQs are consistently higher than the national average – Ofsted 2008
- Small groups supported within flexible delivery to suit your business
- All training designed to contribute to the success of your business
- Independent information, advice and guidance
- Tell us if you don’t see the course you are looking for, we have the skills and the know how to tailor or develop new courses
Prometric Testing Centre
The Business Development Team is pleased to announce the opening of our Online Computer Based Testing Centre at the Thurrock Learning Campus.
As an authorised Prometric Testing Centre, students can easily register for numerous IT certification exams. As a global leader in Computer Based Testing, Prometric allows us to offer and deliver a wide range of computer based exams for virtually all major IT certification programs including Microsoft, Novell, Oracle, Lotus, CompTIA, ISEB, Sun and others.
The Prometric service goal is to provide superior exam facilities and the most responsive service for examinees. We strive to provide a pleasant and positive experience for our examinees at what can be a very stressful time for them. Test Centre Administrators are certificated to ensure the centre is run in an organised and professional way.
Candidates can register for their exams online and book or schedule their exams any time of day or night, any day of the week. The Test Centre operates a flexible policy of opening hours, and our Test Centre opening hours can be accessed on-line (www.prometric.com), along with directions. Alternatively bookings can be made by telephoning our Test Centre direct on 01702 220577, where our staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Apprenticeships
What are apprenticeships?
Apprenticeships can make your business more productive and competitive by filling any immediate skills gaps you may have. Apprenticeships combine on and off site training and have been designed by employers within your sector to make sure that they gain the skills and experience necessary to make a positive impact on your business.
When it comes to staying competitive and developing new talent for your business, the facts speak for themselves:
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77% of employers feel that apprentices make their business more competitive
- 76% state that apprentices contribute to increased productivity
- 80% believe that apprentices help reduce staff turnover
- 83% argue that by taking apprentices, they are generating their future workforce
The benefits of taking an apprentice are evident through improved retention of talented staff, sector specific training to improve both subject skills and essential skills in literacy and numeracy, improved productivity and increased efficiency. A range of national employers have recognized the importance of apprenticeships, including British Gas, BMW and Orange.
Apprentices usually study for a technical certificate (specialist subject knowledge), a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) as well as improving skills in areas such as communication and application of number. The time taken to complete the course depends on your circumstances and can be designed in a way that minimizes the impact on your business needs.
Who can become an apprentice?
Apprenticeships are open to all age groups over the age of 16, irrespective of background. Apprenticeships are open to school leavers, experienced staff or people who are seeking a new career direction. All that is required is that they live in England and are not currently in full time education.
What apprenticeships are on offer?
Business Development has recently launched its first seven apprenticeships in Accounting, Advising on Financial Products, Hospitality, Leadership and Management, Providing Financial Services, Software Development and Technical Theatre and these are all available at Levels 2 and 3.
How can employers take on an apprentice?
Employers can contact Business Development to seek information, advice and support on how to take on an apprentice. We will work with you to source the most appropriate apprentice for your business.
If the apprentice is aged between 16 and 18 the Government fully funds the training costs of an Apprenticeship programme.
Where the apprentice is 19 or over, employers are expected to make a contribution towards the cost of training. The contribution does not necessarily have to be a cash payment to us but can be other contributions that reduce the cost of delivery. We will meet with you and discuss funding options in detail.
How do I find out more?
If you are interested in finding out how to become an apprentice or take on an apprentice, please contact the Business Development Team on business@thurrocklearningcampus.ac.uk
ICT Systems Support – Blended Learning Solutions
For learners whose work schedules make it difficult to commit to regular classroom sessions, the Business Development Team at South Essex College now offers our range of ICT Systems Support courses in a blended learning format. Learners can study any individual module online, with tutor support via email. Additionally, learners may choose to book up to two 90-minute workshop sessions per week, in order to complete practical hands-on exercises, or receive tutor support.
The available courses are:
- CompTIA:
- A+ IT Technician
- Network+
- Security+
- Cisco:
- CCNA Part 1: Network Fundamentals
- CCNA Part 2: Routing Protocols and Concepts
- CCNA Part 3: LAN Switching and Wireless
- CCNA Part 4: Accessing the WAN
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Microsoft:
- MCP: Supporting Users Running Microsoft Windows XP Desktop Operating Systems
- MCP: Microsoft: Supporting Users Running Applications on Microsoft Windows XP
- MCP: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Windows XP Professional
- MCP: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment
- MCP: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
- MCP: Planning and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
- MCP: Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure
- MCP: Designing a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure
- MCTS: Windows Vista, Configuring
- MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring
- MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring
The courses are on average 12 weeks in length and the optional workshop sessions will take place on Monday and Friday evenings, Saturdays may be available subject to demand. Each course costs £300, an affordable and flexible option to help you gain the essential skills to work in ICT.
If you would like to know more, please contact the Business Development Team on business@thurrocklearningcampus.ac.uk
Apple Certification program
The Apple Certification program offers you or your employees the opportunity to train on a range of professional applications used in the creative industries. As an Apple Certified Training Centre, South Essex College offers a number of courses designed to help trainees achieve their certification by hands-on, interactive instruction which will help them achieve an industry recognised qualification.
We currently offer training in Final Cut Pro; industry leading video editing software, and Logic; Apple’s professional music production application.
If you are interested in finding out how to enrol on one of our Apple courses, please contact the Business Development Team on business@thurrocklearningcampus.ac.uk
In House Training with the Business Development Team at South Essex College
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Business Events
Thurrock Business Awards 2009
The Business Development Team at South Essex College was pleased to sponsor this year’s Education & Lifelong Learning Category award at the Basildon Business Awards 2009.
This is an award for companies and organisations who invest in the training and development of their people, encouraging and supporting them to gain the necessary qualifications, skills and confidence to maximise their contribution to business success and self fulfillment.
Winners
Argos Ltd Distribution
Papworth Trust Centre Basildon
Eastgate Shopping Centre
Finalists
DIAL Basildon & South Essex
Information & Advice for Disabled People
Pro Train UK Ltd
Training Company
Laindon Nursery
Full Day Care Nursery
Lifeskills Solutions
Education
Prospects College (Thames Gateway)
Work Base Training Provider
Adult Community Learning Basildon
Providing Learning Opportunities to Adults of all Ages & Abilities
Take a look at the courses we have running from April
or September 2010.
Apply Now and see how our exciting new Campus can open a door for you.