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Fancy learning something new? Take a look inside HighburyCollege's brand new course directory. You'll find a wide range ofcourses with everything from art and design to computing. If youwould like to improve your skills, work towards a qualification ortake up a hobby, there's bound to be something that tempts you.

Courses start from now until the summer and take place atvenues in and around Portsmouth, making learning moreconvenient for you.

Venues� Highbury Campus abbrev HC� Highbury City of Portsmouth Centre abbrev HCPC� Highbury Northarbour Centre abbrev HNC� Highbury Arundel Centre abbrev HAC� Highbury Apex Centre� Acorn Centre, Wecock Farm, 79 Eagle Avenue, Wecock Farm, Cowplain

� Bradbury Centre, 16-18 Kingston Road, Portsmouth PO1 5RZ

� Milton Village Hall, Milton Road, Southsea PO4 8PR

� Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 15 Bransbury Road, Southsea PO4 9JY

� St Peter & St Paul’s Church Hall, Medina Road, Wymering

� The Horizon Centre, Sundridge Close, Portsmouth PO6 3LP

� St Cuthberts Community Centre, Hayling Avenue, Copnor PO3 6EA

� Southsea Community Centre, St Pauls Square, King Street PO5 4EE

� Portsmouth Libraries� John Pounds Community Centre, 23 Queen Street, Portsea PO1 3HN

� City Of Portsmouth Girls School, St Marys Road PO1 5PF

� The Navigators, Resource Centre, Isambard Brunel Road PO1 2BR

� Wesley Centre128 Fratton Road, Portsmouth, PO1 5DD

� Springwood Community Centre, Springwood Avenue, Waterlooville

� Wheatsheaf Trust, 1 Park Road South, Havant, PO9 1HA

� Hayling Community Centre, Station Road, Hayling PO11 OHB

� Lee on Solent Tennis Club, 41-47 Manor Way, Lee On Solent, PO13 9JQ

KeyCourses that can be enrolled on by telephone are indicated by �You may need to quote the appropriate course code when enrolling byphone eg 151NNVCE2Z

HC Highbury Campus

HCPC Highbury City of Portsmouth Centre

HNC Highbury Northarbour Centre

HAC Highbury Arundel Centre

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IndexArt & Design 2

Automotive Studies 2

Business 3

Computing & IT 5

Flexible Computing 5

IT for the Visually Impaired 8

IT Training for Employer 8

Construction & Building Services 9

General Interest 10

Hair & Beauty 11

Health & Safety 13

Health & Care Distance Learning 14

Hospitality & Catering 14

Learning in the Community 15

Teaching 18

Unemployed 19

Train to Gain offers FREE training 20

Apprenticeships 20

FREE Level 2 or 3 training for adults 21

Full-time courses starting in January 10 21

How to Enrol 22

Enrolment Form 23

How to Find Us 25

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Art & Design� NCFE Dressmaking Intermediate 151PZCDM

Monday 1pm-4pm 18 weeks starting 01/02/10Cost £360 + registration £35 �� NCFE Interior Design Intermediate 151EZCDE

Wednesday 6pm-9pm 18 weeks starting 03/02/10Cost £360 + registration £35 �� NCFE Jewellery Making Intermediate 151EZCJM

Tuesday 6pm-9pm 18 weeks starting 02/02/10 or Thursday 6pm-9pm 18 weeks starting 04/02/10. Cost £360 + registration £35 + extras £20 �� NCFE Jewellery Making Foundation 151EZCJM

Thursday 6pm-9pm 18 weeks starting 04/02/10Cost £180 + registration £35 + extras £20 �� NCFE Visual Merchandising/Window DressingFoundation 151EZCVM

Wednesday 6pm-9pm 18 weeks starting 03/02/10Cost £180 + registration £35 �� NCFE Pattern Cutting Intermediate 151PZCAC

Monday 9am-12pm, 18 weeks starting 01/02/10 Cost £360 + registration £35 �

Automotive Studies� C&G3901 Car Maintenance 140ECGCM

Tuesday 6pm-9pm 10 weeks starting 12/01/10 or 20/04/10Cost £84 + Registration £71 �� IMIAL Master Technician Diploma Level 4 140EZDMT

Determine solutions to a variety of unpredictable problems, studying boththe theory and practical aspects. You should already be competent at Level3. One evening a week, 1 year. Dates on application. Must be working in theindustry. Cost £580 + registration £70

� IMIAL Automotive Air Conditioning & Climate ControlLevel 3 140ZZCAC

Provides you with the opportunity to develop new Mobile Air Conditioning(MAC) or enhance existing skills. This qualification (approved by Defra) willbe essential for MAC technicians in July 2010 in order to meet EUregulations. Dates on application, short course. Cost £240 + registration £70

� IMIAL Automotive Refrigerant Handling Level 3 140ZZCRH

Provides experienced MAC technicians with a qualification (approved byDefra), which meets EU legislation (EC842-2006) for F Gas handling (currentminimum requirement). This legislation comes into force July 2010. Dateson application, short course. Cost £65 + registration £35

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� IMIAL Automotive Technician Accreditation – LightVehicle 140ZZCIM

Must be working in the industry. One day only, dates on application, 9am-5pm. Cost £255

� IMIAL Automotive Technician Accreditation – Motorcycle 140ZZCIM

Must be working in the industry. One day only, dates on application, 9am-5pm. Cost £255

Business� Basic Manual Bookkeeping Level 1 240FZCBB1E

From the beginning of naming conventions and day books up to andincluding Trial Balance. Ideal for those without prior knowledge. Tuesday6pm-8pm 10 weeks starting 05/01/10 or 16/03/10, or Tuesday 1pm-3pm 10weeks starting 27/04/10. Cost £140 + registration £34. Venue HC �� C&G Computerised Accounts Level 1 240ESAGE/240PSAGE

A basic understanding of the concepts involved in using the latest versionof SAGE Line 50 in a multi-user environment. Tuesday 10am-12noon 10 weeks starting 05/01/10 or Tuesday 1pm-3pm 10 weeks starting27/04/10 Cost £140 + registration £25. Venue HC �� C&G Computerised Accounts Level 2 240ESAGE/240PSAGE

A further understanding of the concepts involved in using the latest versionof SAGE Line 50 in a multi-user environment. Tuesday 10am-12noon 10 weeks starting 16/03/10 Cost £140 + registration £25. Venue HC �� International Association of Bookkeepers (IAB)Diploma in Computerised Accounts Level 2 240EZDBK

Thursday 9.30am-12.30pm 13 weeks starting 07/01/10 or 24/04/10Thursday 6pm-9pm starting 24/04/10 Cost £273 + registration £35. VenueHC �� Setting up a Small Business 240ESUPB

An insight into the formal requirements and practical tips for setting up yourown business. Monday 6pm-9pm. 10 weeks starting 22 February. Cost £160.Venue HC �� Effective Minute Taking 240PZEMT

Practical tips for professional and accurate records of meetings. This is oneof many seminars offered throughout the year. Tuesday 1pm-4pm dates are02/02/10, 20/04/10 or 08/06/10. 3 hour course. Cost £60. Venue HC �� Paralegals Law & Legal Level 2 240PZALL

Ideal for those who are in an advisory role and need to understand thepractical side of the legal system with two specific areas of law workconsidered. Attendance in College is bi-weekly with a comprehensive studypack. Starts Friday either 08/01/10-02/04/10 or 23/04/10-02/07/10. Cost£450 per person. Venue HC �

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� Professional Seminars

Human Resource Issues:Duration 4 hours £120 per person venue HC �• Objective setting, motivation and performance 01/02/10• Skills for Appraisal 08/02/10• Legislation relating to Discipline & Grievance 22/02/10

Leadership & Management Friday Seminars:9am-12.30pm or 1.30pm-4.30pm £180 per person, venue HC �• Statement of financial position Understanding

Balance Sheets 08/01/10• Small Business Accounting 22/01/10• Non current assets and depreciation fixed

assets and depreciation 05/01/10• Leasing & Hire Purchase 26/02/10• Control Accounts & Bad Debts 12/03/10• Budgeting 26/03/10• Writing Good Proposals 23/04/10• Power of Decision making 07/05/10• Coaching & Mentoring 21/05/10• Winning teams 11/06/10• Selection Interviews 25/06/10• Productivity & Efficiency 09/07/10• Successful Change 23/07/10

� Certificate in Mortgage Advice & Practice Paper 1 240EZMAP

A certificate for mortgage advisors awarded by the Institute of FinancialServices. Tuesday 6pm-9pm 12 weeks starting January. Cost £270 +registration paid direct

� Certificate in Mortgage Advice & Practice Paper 2 & 3 240EZMAP

A certificate for mortgage advisors awarded by the Institute of FinancialServices. Wednesday 6pm-9pm 24 weeks starting January. Cost £270 perpaper + registration £85 paid direct

� Foundation Degree in Business (Part-time)Possible pathways in Retail, Marketing and Management. Where applicablethe units will be signposted to Professional Institutions.

� NVQ Business & Administration Level 2, 3 & 4 240ON2EW

Day, times and start dates to suit your needs. Office skills fromcorrespondence and teamwork, to meeting deadlines in all administrationroles. You may wish to attend our monthly seminars. £50 additional cost forthe year. Cost Level 2 £379, Level 3 £431, Level 4 £484

� NVQ Learning & Development Level 3, 4 & 5 240PN3TV

Focusing on planning, implementing and monitoring learner’s progression.You may wish to review our seminars on time management or coaching.Day, times and start dates to suit your needs. Cost Level 3 £507 Level 4£514 Level 5 £556

� NVQ Customer Service Level 2, 3 & 4 2400N2EW

Focusing on meeting the customer’s needs, prioritising, interpersonal skillsand building customer relationships. You may wish to review our seminarsto support your development. Day, times and start dates to suit your needs.Cost Level 2 £381 Level 3 £429 Level 4 £484

� NVQ Management Level 3, 4 & 5 2400N3MS

Day times and start dates to suit your needs. Managing people andresources, achieving targets and interpersonal skills are included in thisaward. You may wish to review our seminars specifically for managers CPD.Cost Levels 3 & 4 £452, Level 5 £543

� NVQ Team Leading Level 2 240ON2TL

Focusing on meeting the customer’s needs, prioritising, interpersonal skillsand building customer relationships. Day, times and start dates to suit yourneeds. Cost £503

� Assessor Award A1 (previously D32/D33) 240PZCTD

Covers aspects of planning and assessing NVQ courses. Allowingsuccessful candidates to assess both in industry and education. Day, timesand start dates to suit your needs. Cost £429

� Verifier Award V1 (previously D34) 240PZCTD

An inclusive nationally recognised award allowing the candidate tointernally verify NVQ courses in both industry and education on completion.Day, times and start dates to suit your needs. However you do need to haveyour own candidates. Cost £479

Computing & IT� CISCO Network Academy Sem 1 (Distance Learning) 260EZMCO

Day, time and start dates flexible, Cost £375

� Foundation Degree in Networking 260PDGNW

Flexible attendance tailored to the individual. Over 3 years. Cost £840 + £70per year

Flexible ComputingA range of computing courses are offered at one of the College’s IT FlexiLearning Centres at a time to suit you. Many of the courses are free andyou can study at your own pace and fit learning into your busy lifestyle.

Highbury’s IT Flexi Centres are based at Highbury Campus and HighburyCity of Portsmouth Centre. Highbury also has an IT suite at the AcornCentre at Wecock Farm.

FREE Step-Up coursesA range of free 15 hour courses available within the Flexi IT Centres �• Step-Up to Computers• Step-Up to the Web


• Step-Up to Word• Step-Up to Excel• Step-Up to Databases• Step up to Keyboarding• Step-Up to PowerPoint• Step-Up to Desktop Publishing• Step-Up to Office Skills• Step-Up to Producing a Community Magazine

� e-typee-type will provide the skills to be able to type both quickly and accurately.It is a fully packaged solution comprising of computer based trainingmaterials. Online testing and recognised certification. Cost £54 + Exam £46this fee includes all course materials. Total cost £100 �� e-Type - Special Offer for January onlyCost £50. This half price deas only applies on successful completion of thee-Type qualification, if you fail to complete the course you will be invoicedfor the full amount.

� Web Design for BeginnersCost £40 + Exam £5 �� Web Design for IntermediateCost £40 + Exam £5 �� Web Design for AdvancedCost £40 + Exam £5 �� Introduction to Computer HardwareCost £40 + Exam £5. Available at HCPC only �� ITQ Level 1 ModulesCost £48 + Exam £17 Total cost per module £65 �• Level 1 ITQ Email• Level 1 ITQ Word Processing• Level 1 ITQ Operate a PC• Level 1 ITQ Spreadsheets• Level 1 ITQ Databases• Level 1 ITQ PowerPoint• Level 1 ITQ Artwork & Imaging• Level 1 ITQ Internet• Level 1 ITQ Web Design• Level 1 ITQ Moodle

� ITQ Level 2 ModulesCost £48 + Exam £17 Total cost per module £65 �• Level 2 ITQ Email• Level 2 ITQ Word Processing• Level 2 ITQ Operate a PC• Level 2 ITQ Spreadsheets• Level 2 ITQ Databases• Level 2 ITQ PowerPoint• Level 2 ITQ Artwork & Imaging


• Level 2 ITQ Internet• Level 2 ITQ Web Design

� ITQ Level 3 ModulesCost £68 + Exam £25 Total cost per module £93 �• Level 3 ITQ Email• Level 3 ITQ Word Processing• Level 3 ITQ Operate a PC• Level 3 ITQ Spreadsheets• Level 3 ITQ Databases• Level 3 ITQ PowerPoint• Level 3 ITQ Artwork & Imaging• Level 3 ITQ Internet• Level 3 ITQ Web Design

� ITQ Modules including Microsoft Office Specialistqualification (ITQ/MOS)With the combined ITQ/MOS modules the candidate will achieve 2qualifications, one for the ITQ element the other for the MOS element �• ITQ Word Level 3 plus MOS Word Expert• ITQ Excel Level 3 plus MOS Expert• ITQ PowerPoint Level 3 plus MOS PowerPoint Core• ITQ Access Level 3 plus MOS Access Core• ITQ Outlook Level 3 plus MOS OutlookCost £200 per module includes ITQ registration, course materials and MOSexam fees

� Full Level 1 - NVQ Qualification for IT Users - ITQCost £114 + Exam £81 �� Full Level 2 - NVQ Qualification for IT Users - ITQCost £179 + Exam £81 �� Full Level 3 - NVQ Qualification for IT Users - ITQCost £315 + Exam £110 �� Microsoft Office Specialist Courses (MOS)Highbury College is a Microsoft Academy• MOS Word Core• MOS Word Expert• MOS Excel Core• MOS Excel Expert• MOS PowerPoint Core• MOS Access Core£450 per module which includes exam, course materials, an electronicpractice test software disc and an exam re-sit voucher in case of need �If your group or organisation would like computer training at avenue of your choice, or further information on these coursesplease call (023) 9232 8677.


IT for the Visually Impaired Based at Highbury City of Portsmouth Centre with a designated classroom,Highbury has excellent provision for students with visual impairments andoffers first-class support through one-to-one teaching. Excellent facilitiesaid students’ learning, including a text-magnifying machine and specialisedsoftware such as Zoom text, Supernova and Jaws. These programmes canzoom in on the text to make it up to thirty-two times bigger than normal,and Jaws has a speech facility so that blind students can listen to what ison the screen.

� Beginners Word Processing for the Visually ImpairedCost £40 + Exam £5

� Intermediate Word Processing for the Visually ImpairedCost £40 + Exam £5

� Advanced Word Processing for the Visually ImpairedCost £40 + Exam £5

� Visually Impaired - HotkeysCost £40 + Exam £5

� Visually Impaired - MagnificationCost £40 + Exam £5

� Visually Impaired - Screen ReaderCost £40 + Exam £5

IT Training for EmployersHighbury can offer IT training in the workplace or at a College Centre. Thetraining can be held over a half or a whole day. Laptops can be supplied forthe training. Training can be delivered in Microsoft Office 2003 or 2007We offer the following at beginners, intermediate and advanced levels• MS Word • MS Outlook• MS Excel • MS Publisher• MS PowerPoint • Smart board Training• MS Access • Photoshop/Photo ElementsCost half day £400 per group, full day £600 per groupRefreshments can be arranged at an additional cost.


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Construction & Building Services� Certificate in Basic Plumbing Studies Level 2 C&G 170EN2PL

Technical Certificate linked to NVQ. Separate enrolment for NVQ. You will berequired to attend two evenings a week plus 1 week block attendancerequired in Year 2 for assessment. Entry through aptitude test andinterview. Only suitable for those that are working in the plumbing industry.Cost £1,100 + registration £168

Energy Efficiency & Developing Green Technologies Training

� Unvented Hot Water BPEC 170ZZCHW

Specialist training for qualified plumbers and allied trades who install orservice unvented systems and installations. 1 day, 9am-5pm, various dates,cost £230

� Water Regulations BPEC 170ZZCWR

Specialist training for qualified plumbers and allied trades who inspect orcarry out any water installation. 1 day, 9am-5pm, various dates, cost £230

� Disinfection of Water Systems BPEC 170ZZCDW

Meeting the needs of landlords for disinfection and recommendations torectify problems. 1 day, 9am-5pm, various dates, cost £230

� Ground Source Heat Pumps BPEC 170ZZC & GH

Specialist training for plumbers and allied trades who install and maintainthese systems. 1 day, 9am-5pm, various dates, cost £230

� Solar Energy (Internal Installations) BPEC 170ZZCSE

Specialist training for plumbers and allied trades seeking to install thesystems that support solar energy installations. 1 day, 9am-5pm, variousdates, cost £375

� Rainwater Harvesting BPEC 170ZZCRH

Specialist training for plumbers and allied trades. 1 day, 9am-5pm, variousdates, cost £230

� Certificate in Energy Efficiency C&G6084 171PCGEE

A programme for plumbers and allied trades who need to develop theirskills to make building and systems energy efficient. 1 day, 9am-5pm,various dates, cost £125 + registration £35 Training available on line

Gas Accredited Competency Scheme (ACS)

� Domestic Core & Domestic Appliances 172ZCAAC

� LPG Gas Safety 172ZCAAC

� Commercials Gas Safety Core & Appliances 172ZCAAC

� Catering Commercial Gas Safety Core & Appliances 172ZCAAC

Highbury is a CITB approved centre. Training and assessment orassessment only. Various start dates and times throughout the year. Allcourses’ start dates are flexible



Flexible Delivery Electrical Short Courses

� 17th Edition IEE registration C&G2382-10 180PCGRG/180ECGRG

This course is offered on a day (5 weeks) or evening (10 weeks) delivery.Cost £272 + registration £35 + extras £28 �� 17th Edition IEE registration - update C&G2382-20 180PCGRG/180ECGRG

This course is offered over 2 weeks on a day or evening delivery.Cost £172 + registration £31 + extras £28 �� Fundamental Inspection & Testing C&G2392 180ECGFT

Day TBC 6pm-8.30pm 12 weeks. Cost £210 + registration £38 + extras £45�� Inspection & Testing C&G2391 180ECGIT

Day TBC 6pm-8.30pm 12 weeks. Cost £322 + registration £31 + extras £25�� Domestic Installers Part P 180PDEAL/180EDEAL

Day (10 weeks 9am-5pm) or evening (20 weeks 6pm-9pm).Cost £465 + registration £210 + extras £100 �� Domestic Installers Part PDay flexible 9am-5pm 10 weeks. Cost £465 + registration £210 + extras £100�� Domestic Installers Unit One 180PDEAL

Day flexible 9am-5pm 1 day. Cost £75 + registration £150 + extras £10 �� Portable Appliance Testing C&G2377 180PCGAT

Day flexible 9am-4pm 2 days attendance required over a period of 2 weeks.Cost £118 + registration £41 + extras £10 �

General Interest� NCFE Floristry Foundation 151EZCFL

Monday 6pm-9pm 18 weeks starting 01/02/10Cost £180 + registration £35 Extra £22 �� NCFE Floristry Intermediate 151EZCFL

Tuesday 6pm-9pm 18 weeks starting 02/02/10Cost £180 + registration £35 Extra £22 �� Yacht MaintenanceGain knowledge of how to maintain a vessel or update your skills. 7 daycourse. Days, times and start dates to be confirmed. Cost TBC �� Induction to CollegeAll new students coming to the centres will get the opportunity to achievethis qualification �� National Award in Technical Theatre Level 2Backstage skills lighting, rigging, sound and technical aspects of theatreproduction giving you a great grounding for an exciting career in theatreand live event production.


� NVQ Dental Nursing Level 3 341PN3DN

Must be working in a dental practice and have six months' experience. Fullfees are payable in Year 1. Wednesday 9am-12pm 2 years starting January.Cost £1,314 per year registration £198

� BTEC Event Support Certificate Level 2 370PZCEV

Interview required. Wednesday 6pm-8pm 15 weeks starting 01/03/10. Cost£84 + registration £52

� VTCT Certificate in Fitness Instruction 375EZCFT

Saturday 10am-1pm for 20 weeks starts 30/01/10 cost £200 includingconsumables + registration £49. Venue Highbury HC �

Hair & Beauty� VTCT Nail Treatments - Manicure & Sales 375EZCMP

Level 2 Tuesday 6pm-8.30pm for 12 weeks starts 19/01/10 cost £155including consumables + registration fee £25. A kit will need to bepurchased at an additional cost of approx £40. If not already achieved extracost V2-V74 Certificate at £17. Venue HC �� VTCT Nail Treatments (Nail Technology) 375EZDNT

Level 2 Wednesday 6pm-8.30pm for 18 weeks starts 20/01/10 cost £175including consumables + registration fee £25. A kit will need to bepurchased approx £50. If not already achieved in the past 3 years V2-V74Health and Safety Certificate at £17. Must have relevant Manicurequalification. Venue HC �� Nail Treatments - Gel Nails EnhancementMonday 10am–3pm 1 day 01/02/10 or 01/03/10 or 01/04/10 cost £110including consumables + registration £10 A kit will need to be purchasedapprox £50. Must have relevant Nail Technology qualification. Venue HC �� VTCT LaStone Therapy Level 3 3-375EN3LS

Wednesday 6pm-9pm for 10 weeks starts 20/01/10 cost £130 includingconsumables + registration fee £31. If not already achieved extra cost V2-V74 Health and Safety Certificate at £17. A kit will need to be purchasedapprox £75. Must have relevant Body Massage qualification. Venue HAC �� VTCT Certificate in Waxing 375EZCWX

Level 2 Saturday 10am-12.30pm for 20 weeks starts 23/01/10 cost £165including consumables + registration fee £25. A kit will need to bepurchased approx £60. If not already achieved extra cost V2 -V74 Healthand Safety Certificate at £17. Venue HAC �� VTCT Cosmetic Make up & Beauty Consultant 375EZCCB

Level 2 Monday 6pm-9pm for 20 weeks starts 01/02/10/ cost £175+registration £30. A kit will need to be purchased. If not already achievedextra cost V2/V74 Health and Safety Certificate at £17. Venue HC �� VTCT Certificate in Fitness Instruction 375EZCFT

Saturday 10am-1pm for 20 weeks starts 30/01/10 cost £200 includingconsumables + registration £49. Venue Highbury HC �

� CPD courses for those in the hair & beauty profession 1 day Venue Highbury Campus �� Advanced Massage Techniques 375PZCAM

Starts 26/01/10 or 20/02/10 10am-4pm £110, requires Massagequalification. Venue HC �� Advanced Waxing Techniques 375PZCAW

Starts 22/01/10 and 20/02/10 10am-2pm £85, requires Level 2 Waxingqualification. Venue HC �� LaStone Therapy 375PZCLS

Starts 30/01/10 10am-4pm £125, requires Massage qualification. Venue HC�� Intro to Reflexology 375PZCRX

Starts 30/01/10 or 20/03/10 10am-4pm £156, requires Massagequalification. Venue HC �� NEW Intro to Pre & Post Natal Techniques Starts 23/01/10 9am–12pm £65, Massage qualification required. Venue HC�� Colour Correction Techniques 376PZCCC

Starts 30/01/10 or 20/03/10 10am-4pm £110, requires Level 2 Hairdressingqualification. Venue HC �� Intro to African Caribbean Styling 376PZCAC

Starts 13/03/10 and 03/04/10 10am-4pm £142, requires Level 2 Hairdressingqualification. Venue HC �


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for men & womenhair for ladies · perming · colouring

mens hair & groomingbeauty · facial treatments · manicure & pedicure

eye treatment · body treatmentsmassage & holistic treatments · hair removal

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� Hairdressing ApprenticeshipApprenticeships are offered in this area for anyone aged over 16. As anapprentice, you will work towards an NVQ qualification at Level 2 or 3,depending on the training you undertake. Attend one day a week at HAC.

Health & Safety� HSE First Aid at Work Certificate 115ZZCFA

9am-4.30pm, 3 days. Various start dates. Cost £175 + extras £10

� HSE First Aid Re-certification 115ZZCFR

9am-4.30pm, 2 days. Various start dates. Cost £125 + extras £10

� Appointed Person First Aid - Emergency First Aid atWork 115ZZCFP

9am-4.30pm 1 day. Various start dates. Cost £85

� CIEH Level 2 Health & Safety (Brochure) 115ZZCHE

9am-5pm 1 day. Various dates. Cost £85

� Manual Handling Techniques 115ZZCHT

9.30am-1pm half day. Various dates. Cost £50

� Risk Assessment & Practice 115ZZCRK

1 day. Various dates, Cost £75

� IOSH Managing Safely 115ZZCMS

9am-4.30pm 5 days. Various start dates. Cost £350 + extras £200

� NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health &Safety 115PZDO4

Day variable 9am-4.30pm, 1 year starting January. Interview required. Cost£1,940 + registration £310 + extras £50

� NEBOSH National Certificate in Occupational Health &Safety 115PZCOH

Day variable 9am-4.30pm, 13 weeks starting 11/02/10. Cost £1,065 +registration £95 + extras £40

� NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety & Risk Management(Block) 115ZZCFS

Day variable, time TBC 1 week. Various dates. Cost £505 + registration £95

� NEBOSH Specialist Environmental Management Diploma 115PZDEV

Friday 9am-4.30pm 6 months - dates to be arranged. Interview required.Cost £1,216 + registration £84

� C&G1900 Door Supervisors 115ZZCDS

9am-4.30pm 4 days. Various start dates. Cost £198 + registration £22

� C&G1902 Security Guard 115ZZCSG

9am-4.30pm 5 days. Various start dates. Cost £253 + registration £22


Health & Care Distance LearningAn alternative to classroom based study providing the opportunity to learnfrom home or work. All costs include registration and exam fee.

� NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Infection Control 7110NCNC

Start date flexible duration 1-3 days cost £262.65

� NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Nutrition & Health 7110NCHE

Start date flexible duration approximately 6 months cost £396.65

� NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Safe Handling of Medicines 71101CSM

Start date flexible, duration approximately 6 months cost £424.65

� NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Dementia Awareness 7110NCDA


� NCFE Level 2 Practical Supervision of Food Safety inCateringStart date flexible, duration approximately 6 months cost £89.00

� NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Equality & Diversity 71102EQD


� NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Palliative Care 7110NCPC


� C&G NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care 7110NZCA

Start date flexible, duration is 1 year £575.55

� C&G NVQ Level 2 Cleaning 7110NICL


� C&G NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Personal Development 7110NCPD


� C&G NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care 7110N3CA


Hospitality & Catering� Intermediate Certificate Wines & Spirits 203EZBWI

Day TBC 6pm-9pm 13 weeks start TBC. Cost £65 + registration £45

� Foundation Certificate Food Safety 203ZZBFH

Day TBC 9am-4pm 1 day start TBC. Cost £70 + registration £13 �� Intermediate Certificate Food Safety 203ZZCFS

Day TBC 9am-4pm 1 week start TBC. Cost £251 + registration £13 �


� BII Certificate Personal Licence Holders 203ZZMPL

Day flexible 8.45am-3.30pm flexible start 1 day. Includes self study material.Cost £98 + registration £40 �� BII Advanced Certificate/Diploma Licensed Hospitality Level 3 203ZZCLH

Three Units are required to achieve the Certificate: Profit Loss & Budgeting,Marketing, and Motivating your Team. A further 4 Units are required toachieve the Diploma including Business Plan, Recruitment & Employment,Stock Control and Training design & Delivery. Day flexible 8.45am-3.30pm 1day per Unit. Flexible start. Cost including registration £275 Certificate, £640Certificate and Diploma. Individual units £155 �� BII Award Responsible Alcohol Retailing Level 1 203ZZCRA

Day flexible 8.45am-4pm flexible start 1 day. Cost £70 + registration £15 �

Learning in the Community Highbury College offers courses at a wide range of community locationsnear you, with flexible start times throughout the year. For a list of Centresplease see the inside front cover.

� Taster CoursesTaster courses are introductory sessions lasting between 3-6 hours, forpeople who would like to develop their skills and talents. To book a placeon a Taster or find out more about any of the sessions listed below pleasecall (023) 9232 8677. Some Tasters have a charge of £5 to cover materials.Many are free. �ICT Tasters• Backing up your files• Being creative on a computer• Booking holidays on line• Buying a PC• Computing for the terrified• Computing for the over 60s• Creating a greetings card• Creating a professional letter• Database Taster• Design your own stationery using a computer• Desktop publishing Taster• Draw with MS Word• E-Bay Taster• Email Taster• File management Taster• Follow Portsmouth FC in the premiership• Fun with graphics• Getting to know the keyboard• How to get the best out of your Mobile Phone• Internet Taster• Internet & email Taster• Internet Technologies • Introduction to flexible Learning


• Looking after your computer• PowerPoint Taster• Research the history of Portsmouth• Shopping on line• Spreadsheet Taster• Storyboard Taster• Tracing your family tree using the internet• Word Taster• Digital Photography Tasters• Buying a Digital Camera• Get more out of your digital camera• Improving your Digital photographs• Organising and Editing Images• Photo restoration Taster• Photo portraits• Understanding your Digital Camera

Family Taster Sessions• Creating an aquarium using a computer• Family fun with computers• Keeping your children safe on the internet• Creating your own family stationery• Family fun with creative crafts• Parenting skills• Coping with family relationships• Healthy lunch boxes for your children• Arts & Craft Tasters• American (log cabin) Patchwork Taster• Basic sewing Taster• Bead making Taster• Cross-stitch Taster• Embroidery Taster• Making handmade books• Iris folding Taster• Japanese braiding Taster• Lace cutting & folding Taster• Parchment craft• Patchwork Taster• Quilling Taster• Spirelli & embroidery cards Taster• Tea bag folding Taster• Waterfall cards Taster

Healthy Living Tasters• Cooking for one • Cooking on a budget • Healthy eating • Preparing for weight loss success • Tai Chi Taster

Preparation for Life & Work Tasters• Creating a CV/Covering Employment Letter• How to search for jobs• Preparing for retirement


• Coping with redundancy• Planning the family budget

Would you like us to come to a venue of your choice and run a Tasteror a FREE Step-Up course to a group you belong to? Call us to arrange.

� Step-Up CoursesFree 10 hour courses, normally delivered over a 5 week period for 2 hoursa week �• Step-Up to Computers• Step-Up to the Web• Step-Up to Word• Step-Up to Excel• Step-Up to Databases• Step-Up to PowerPoint• Step-Up to Desktop Publishing• Step-Up to Office Skills• Step-Up to Producing a Community Magazine• Step-Up to Committee Skills• Step-Up to Volunteering• Step-Up to Planning an Event• Step-Up to Health & Safety• Step-Up to Employment Skills• Step-Up to Personal Money Management• Step-Up to Creative Crafts• Step-Up to Healthy Living• Step up to Hand Made Books• Step up to Parchment Craft• Step-Up to Parenting• Step-Up to Confidence Building• Step-Up to Cooking• Step-Up to Tai Chi• Step up to Genealogy (only available at HCPC)

� Digital Camera coursesCamera courses are run over a period of 7 weeks for 3 hours a week �• Introduction to Digital Cameras, Cost £95• Digital Manipulation Level 1, Cost £95• Digital Manipulation Level 2, Cost £95

� Make it Work ProgrammeSuitable for the unemployed, people returning to work after a break andpeople looking to change careers. The programme consists of:• Initial assessment to determine your level• Employability Qualification at Level 1 or 2 (4 modules)• Confidence Building session• Creation of an Employment Action Plan• Opportunity to speak to the College’s Career Advisors• On successful completion of this programme you will receive a £20 ASDA

voucherThe programme is run over a 4 week period, you will be expected to attend2 days a week 10am-3pm �



� VQ Certificate Level 2 & 3 Support Workers in SchoolsDevelops candidate’s skills and knowledge to recognise their achievementsin a practical way that is relevant to the work context. You must be workingor volunteering in a school environment. These courses run all year roundand in some instances Portsmouth LEA will pay for the cost of this course.For further information please telephone (023) 9232 8685 �� NVQ Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools Level 2Designed to reflect the work of candidates who provide direct support forteaching and learning in any type of school - primary, secondary, special orpupil referral units. Cost £450 includes registration and exam costs �� Certificate in Volunteering Levels 1 & 2You need to be in a volunteering role. These courses can be taught in agroup or delivered to students on a one to one basis. Level 1 £270 includesregistration and exam fees. Level 2 £450 includes registration and examfees. In addition to the Certificate you can also gain an additional Award inVolunteering at an Event �� Volunteering at an Event Levels 1 & 2Level 1 and 2 - £55 includes registration and exam fees. The abovevolunteering qualifications are recognised by the Olympic Committee �� Lip ReadingMonday 10.30am-12.30pm running 11/01/10-23/03/10Monday 1.30pm-3.30pm running 11/01/10-23/03/10Monday 10.30am-12.30pm running 12/04/10-28/06/10Monday 1.30pm-3.30pm running 12/04/10-28/06/10Free to the hearing impaired �To enquire about all of the following Community Learning coursesplease telephone (023) 9232 8677

Teaching� Edexcel PTLLS-Preparing to Teach in Lifelong LearningSector 249ENALL

Tuesday 6pm-9pm 10 weeks starting 12/01/10. Interview & assessmentrequired. Cost £102 + registration £73

� Edexcel PTLLS-Preparing to Teach in Lifelong LearningSector 249ENALL

Tuesday 6pm-9pm 10 weeks starting 04/05/10. Interview & assessmentrequired. Cost £102 + registration £73

� Edexcel PTLLS - Preparing to Teach in LifelongLearning Sector - Intensive 249PNALL

Various days 9am-4pm 1 week various start dates TBC. Cost £102 +registration £73


� VQ Certificate Level 2 & 3 Support Workers in SchoolsAimed to develop candidate’s skills and knowledge and to recognise theirachievements in a practical way that is relevant to the work context. Youmust be working or volunteering in a school environment. These coursesrun all year round and in some instances Portsmouth LEA will pay for thecost of this course. For further details please telephone (023) 9232 8685

� NVQ Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools Level 2These NVQs are designed to reflect the work of candidates who providedirect support for teaching and learning in any type of school - primary,secondary, special or pupil referral units, at Level 2. Cost £450 includesregistration and exam costs

UnemployedThe unemployed may be entitled to access free training if referred throughtheir local Job Centre Plus office.

Also for those who have recently been made redundant or are under threatof redundancy please contact us to find out if you are eligible for free training.

A facility is available for unemployed people who wish to drop into theCentres, to search for employment and receive support on job searchingskills using the computers.

� Make it Work ProgrammeSuitable for the unemployed, people returning to work after a break andpeople looking to change careers. The programme consists of:• Initial assessment to determine your level• Employability Qualification at Level 1 or 2 (4 modules)• Confidence Building session• Creation of an Employment Action Plan• Opportunity to speak to the College’s Career Advisors• On successful completion of this programme you will receive a £20 ASDA

voucher

The programme is run over a 4 week period, you will be expected to attend2 days a week 10am-3pm

keycourses that can be enrolled on by telephone are indicated by �You may need to quote the appropriate course code when enrolling byphone eg 151NNVCE2Z

HC Highbury Campus





Train to Gain offers FREE trainingWould you like to upskill and qualify your staff at no additionalcost to your business?

Train to Gain is a Government initiative to help businesses improve theirperformance and boost competitiveness by ensuring their staff have thenecessary skills.

The main priority of Train to Gain is to enable more adults to achieve a firstfull Level 2 qualification and to help improve basic literacy, numeracy andlanguage skills. For those in a supervisory roll that require their firstqualification to be a Level 3 this is also fundable.

Train to Gain is designed to combine the requirements of the employerswith the skills that colleges deliver through an independent and impartialskills brokerage service. A dedicated skills broker will recommend the bestways of funding for employees, possible wage compensation for companieswith fewer than 50 employees and even leadership and management grants.If you are looking for an appropriate course, either for yourself or anemployee, please contact Highbury College directly on (023) 9238 3131.

ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships are work-based training programmes that enable you tostudy whilst in employment to gain a recognised qualification for the skillsand knowledge at work for anyone aged from 16-65.

Funding is available to cover fees and we can also help you to find asuitable employer. Highbury also provides a matching service to helpbusiness to fill vacancies.

Whilst working, you will attend College one day, evening or block releaseand whilst working towards a Technical Certificate and an NVQ qualificationat Level 2 or 3 and completing assignments related to your work. You willalso study two or more of the following: Communication, Application ofnumber or Information Technology.

Apprenticeships are available in many areas:• Accountancy • Engineering• Bench Joinery • Financial Services• Bricklaying • Gas Installation• Business Administration • Hairdressing• Carpentry & Joinery • IT Users• Hospitality & Catering • Boat Building • Creative & Cultural • Motor Vehicle• Customer Service • Painting & Decorating• Dentistry • Plastering• Early Years • Plumbing• Electrical Installation

To find out more about Apprenticeships, call us on (023) 9231 3624 or [email protected]


FREE* Level 2 or 3 training for adultsIf you’re over 19 and want to study your first Level 2 course you may beexempt from paying tuition fees. Also, if you are able to study around 12 hours a week, you may be eligible for an Adult Learning Grant andreceive up to £30* cash a week (*terms and conditions apply). You couldalso get help with childcare, travel costs and course fees.

Level 2 Courses (aged 19+) Level 3 Courses (aged 19-25)• NVQ Level 2 • National Certificate/Diploma• First Diploma • Access• CACHE Certificate • NVQ Level 3• GCSE • A Levels

Full-time courses starting in January 10Have you an idea of where you want to be or what you want tobe doing?

Highbury College is offering a range of full-time courses starting in Januarythat will give you the education and training to achieve it.

Courses available include:• Art & Design • Hair & Beauty• Automotive • Health & Childcare• Boat Building • Multi-crafts• Business & Retail • Performance & Theatre• Hospitality & Catering • Public Services• Computing & IT • Prince’s Trust• Construction & Building Services • Radio & Music• English for Speakers of Other • Sport & Fitness

Languages• Floristy

Find out more by attending an Open Event on Wednesday 12 January orFriday 14 January, between 3pm-6pm at Highbury Campus, Highbury City ofPortsmouth Centre or Highbury Northarbour Centre. Alternatively, callHighbury College on (023) 9238 3131 for further details.

Highbury is working with Bridgemary Community Sports College to offerfull-time course starting in January in Construction Skills. Please callHighbury College for further information.

English and Numeracy support are delivered as part of these programmes.

Financial and programme support may be available including: help withtravel, help with childcare and EMA payments.

Contact the College for further details on (023) 9238 3131

How to EnrolYou can enrol for any course• in person by calling at one of the centres:Highbury College, Tudor Crescent, CoshamHighbury City of Portsmouth Centre, Winston Churchill Avenue, PortsmouthHighbury Northarbour Centre, Southampton Road, Portsmouth• by post send the postal enrolment form (right) together with a chequepayable to Highbury College to our FREEPOST address:Highbury College, Portsmouth(Information Centre)FREEPOST (PT 332)PortsmouthPO6 2BR• by phoning, for courses marked �, please call (023) 9238 3131 and useyour debit or credit card to make the full payment

FeesThe fees for joining each course, stated alongside the course entry, shouldbe paid in advance. Fees are not refundable unless a student withdrawsfrom the course for exceptional reasons such as ill health, supported by amedical certificate. Refunds will carry an administrative charge. In the eventof insufficient numbers on a course, alternative arrangements will beoffered but if these are not acceptable, fees will be refunded in full.

Fee ReductionsTo claim a fee reduction please enrol in person, with proof of status. If youhave any queries about your eligibility for fee reduction please call (023) 9238 3131. Students aged 16-18 are not required to pay fees for LSCfunded courses.For courses leading to a qualification100% Tuition Fee Reduction for those in receipt of:• Income Support• Unemployment Benefit/Jobseekers Allowance• Disabled Person Tax Credit• Housing/Council Tax Benefits (excluding single occupancy)• Unwaged dependants of those receiving the benefits listed above• Those undertaking English for Speakers of Other Languages• Working Family Tax Credit (based on assessment)Please note that examination fees may be payableFor courses not leading to a qualification50% Fee Reduction for:• Those under 18 on 1 September 2009Those in receipt of:• Income Support• Unemployment Benefit/Jobseekers Allowance• Disabled Person Tax Credit• Housing/Council Tax Benefits (excluding single occupancy)• Working Family Tax Credit (based on assessment)• Unwaged dependants of those receiving the benefits listed above

25% Fee Reduction for:• Those who are over 60 at start of course.


Enrolment Form

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contact number in event of emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

date of birth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . age on 1st September 2009. . . . . . .

gender � Male � Female

If you were in full-time education last year please specify which School or

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European Union since 1st September 2005? � Yes � No

If no, please contact the College for further guidance with overseas

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Do you have a disability and/or a learning difficulty? � Yes � No

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Should I require further course information or further advice and guidanceupon any aspect of the course I can contact the Highbury’s InformationCentre on (023) 9238 3131.

You will receive an induction at the start of your course and have fullaccess to the College's learning sources.

Please declare whether you have any convictions orcurrent proceedings against you. � Yes � No

Relevant proceedings or criminal convictions are only those against theperson, whether of a violent or sexual nature or offences involvingunlawfully supplying controlled drugs or substances. Failure to declareinformation may result in disciplinary action being taken. If yes, please seeksupplementary information from College before completion.

1998 Data Protection Act

I agree to Highbury College, Portsmouth processing personal datacontained on this form for reasons related to my studies or health andsafety while I am a student.

Details concerning my physical or mental health, race and ethnic origin areconsidered to be sensitive data and may only be used for the followingpurposes:

Statistical returns to the Learning and Skills Council and in the case ofmedical information, to assess my personal requirements whilst studying atHighbury College.

Further consent must be obtained from me before the College canprogress this data for any other purpose.

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Please ensure that the appropriate payment is sent with this form.

Please indicate your ethnic origin


� Asian or Asian British - Bangladeshi

� Asian or Asian British - Indian

� Asian or Asian British - Pakistani

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� Black or Black British - Caribbean

� Black or Black British - other

� Chinese

� Mixed - White & Asian

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How to Find Us


A32

Fareham

M275 North End

M27

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Cosham

Portsmouth

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HighburyCampusTudor Crescent PO6 2SA

Highbury Northarbour CentreSouthampton RoadPO6 4BQ

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From Hilsea

From Havant

A27 FromHavant

M27 FromFareham

A27 FromFareham

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Pedestrian access from Hilsea

Dovercourt Road pedestian access only

From M275Portsmouth

Tesco IBM

Junction 12

Portsmouth and Southsea Railway Station

Post Office

Cross-Channel Ferry Terminal

M275

Shopping Centre

Station Stre

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Arundel Street

Stanhope Road

Unicorn Road

From M27 Junction 12

Market Way

Mile End Road

Commercial Road

Highbury Arundel CentreArundel Street PO1 1SA

HaylingIsland

FromHorndeanFrom

Purbrook/A3(M)Junction 4

FromWaterlooville/A3(M)Junction 3

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Highbury City of Portsmouth CentreWinston Churchill Avenue PO1 2DH

Highbury has many locations across Portsmouth which include:

• Highbury CampusTudor Crescent, Portsmouth PO6 2SA

• Highbury Northarbour CentreHarbourgate, Southampton Road, Portsmouth PO6 4BQ

• Highbury City of Portsmouth CentreWinston Churchill Avenue, Portsmouth PO1 2DH

• Highbury Arundel Centre49 Arundel Street, Portsmouth PO1 1SA

• Highbury Apex CentreBishopstoke Road, Leigh Park, Portsmouth PO9 5BN


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January Start Courses