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Adult Courses

If you’re looking for something new or you’re at a pivotal point in your career – ready to embark on a new challenge – we’ll help you find the answers and give you the know-how to succeed with award-winning advice and practical tools to navigate the new work landscape and start reconnecting with your career.

We’ll help you overcome your fears and nerves and advance your knowledge and tech skills, offering you a more flexible and supportive approach to learning with our career-boosting courses that can adapt to your changing circumstances and fit around your life. We’ll inspire you to start your career journey, build a business or become an entrepreneur, and most of all to have 100% belief in yourself!

Courses are available at our Central Birmingham & Sandwell Campus (West Bromwich) in the West Midlands.

For financial support for adults please click here.

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This Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocational Achievement course is for people who have a Level 3 or equivalent qualification in their subject area and want to assess learners in a training establishment. Lessons will...
Course Duration
Up to 1 year/flexible
Course Type
Adult Course
Start Date
21st January, 2025
Study Mode
Part Time
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This Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Further Study in Health qualification is designed to support your return to study and help you develop the skills needed to progress to Level 3 courses in health...
Course Duration
35 weeks
Course Type
Adult Course
Start Date
9th September, 2024
Study Mode
Full Time
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This Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Working in Health, Lifestyle and Science Industries course has been designed for adult learners who wish to pursue a career in the health and social care sector. The...
Course Duration
35 weeks
Course Type
Adult Course
Start Date
9th September, 2024
Study Mode
Full Time
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This Level 2 Award in Mentoring course is for those who currently work as a mentor, those who are interested in becoming a mentor or those who support others in some capacity. Through the course,...
Course Duration
16 weeks
Course Type
Adult Course
Start Date
N/A
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Part Time
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Are you looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn? Then an apprenticeship is right for you! On this Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery Intermediate Apprenticeship you can: Gain training whilst you are employed...
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Are you looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn? Then an apprenticeship is right for you! On this Level 2 Plastering Intermediate Apprenticeship you can: Gain training whilst you are employed and earning...
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Are you looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn? Then an apprenticeship is right for you! On this Level 2 Warehouse Operative Intermediate Apprenticeship you can: Gain training whilst you are employed and...
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This Foundation Learning (SEND) course is suitable for students with learning difficulties, emotional difficulties, challenging behaviour, and those wishing to improve their English and Maths. We cater for students based on their individual needs and...
Course Duration
1 year
Start Date
2nd September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time
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This Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes & Practice is for those involved in internal quality assurance processes and procedures to comply with awarding body standards. Applicants will also...
Course Duration
Flexible
Course Type
Adult Course
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N/A
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Part Time
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This Level 3 Art and Design Practice Extended Diploma is for enthusiastic creative people who want to unlock their potential by trying different art and design specialisms, including fine art, painting, drawing, design, craft, sculpture,...
Course Duration
2 years
Start Date
1st September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time
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This Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Studies VRQ is an assessment-based qualification for school leavers and adults who wish to pursue a career in beauty therapy. Once qualified, you will be able to start...
Course Duration
1 year
Start Date
2nd September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time
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This Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing Studies VRQ is an assessment-based qualification for school leavers and adults who wish to pursue a career in hairdressing. Once qualified you are able to start work as a...
Course Duration
1 year
Start Date
1st September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time

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Begin your career journey at Sandwell College. We can help you take the next step after you leave school with over 100 courses to choose from! Our courses will give you the skills and experience you need to succeed in your chosen career.

We can offer first class guidance and support to help you on your journey.

Our Open Days are a great opportunity for you to find out more about our inspirational facilities and talk to our knowledgeable tutors about the courses you like best.

Choose any subject from our A-Z list of School Leaver Courses below and get your career off to an amazing start!

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