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We’re celebrating National Careers Week 2026, and we recently hosted a fantastic day of development at The Sandwell Colleges, where over 200 learners took part in mock interviews and conversations with external employers and providers. With nearly 20 organisations in attendance, including Equans, Great British Energy – Nuclear, Hercules PLC,
This week we are celebrating #CollegesWeek2026 at The Sandwell Colleges. On Monday we’re shining a light on adult learners who are building new futures through education. With the right support, adult learning can address multiple challenges from closing skills gaps and tackling social isolation, to reducing inequality and strengthening communities.
Today colleges from across the West Midlands will unite at Cadbury Sixth Form College – part of The Sandwell Colleges – for a day of celebration and awareness raising at the first Putting the PRIDE in the West Midlands LGBTQ+ conference. The conference will shine a spotlight on the vibrant
Sandwell College was proud to host the first of the regional heats for the Association of Hairdressers and Therapists, showcasing the incredible work of the Midlands’ most creatively talented students for the third year running. We are thrilled that 33 of our Hair and Beauty students qualified for the national
The Sandwell Colleges have launched their new Engineering and STEM Virtual Skills Hub and Prospectus, offering a ladder of opportunity to young people, apprentices and adults, and showcasing the many roles and careers in engineering, advanced manufacturing and STEM. With a wide range of courses and qualifications across the Colleges,
16–18 Drop-In Application Support Session Thursday 19 February | 11am – 1pm If you’re planning to join us in September 2026, now is the time to take the next step. Places across many of our courses are filling quickly, and this dedicated 16–18 drop-in session is your opportunity to move
In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (#NAW2026) we will be sharing key events and content throughout the week to showcase our work with individuals and employers. Apprenticeships provide individuals with the skills and knowledge needed for fulfilling careers, while helping employers build a workforce with future-ready skills. During the
Learners, colleagues and governors across The Sandwell Colleges are celebrating following their recent Ofsted inspection. The Sandwell Colleges, made-up of three colleges and several campuses across West Bromwich and Birmingham, were one of the first FE Colleges in England to be inspected under Ofsted’s new ‘scorecard’ framework launched in November.
Motivated maths students at Sandwell College embraced the power of numbers in MEI’s Further Education Maths Challenge. The confidence-boosting college final featured a mix of kahoot quizzes and dominoes competitions, celebrating mathematical thinking and highlighting the essential role numeracy plays, with winners’ medals, awards and vouchers presented by Senior Vice-Principal
Dedication, progress and ambition have been celebrated by the High Sheriff of the West Midlands as he presented the latest Learner of the Month Awards at Sandwell College. We were honoured to welcome Mark Smith for the award celebrations hosted by our CEO & Principal, Lisa Capper MBE. Mark spoke
Health and Social Care teams from Sandwell College recently took part in a Train-the-Trainer workshop at the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity headquarters, exploring advanced simulation activities and immersive room technology. The Mastering Clinical Skills Teaching session focused on: effective teaching approaches creating safe learning environments integrating technology into clinical skills
One of our successful Public Services alumni, Haydar, recently returned to inspire the next generation of Sandwell College learners with his own university and career journey. Haydar left Sandwell College last year with a Distinction in Level 3 Extended Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services. He is now working
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