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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 2 Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants is a one-year course aimed at school leavers and adults who want to progress into the Dog Grooming industry and learn the basics of dog grooming. The...
Course Duration
1 year
Start Date
1st September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time
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This Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing VRQ is an assessment-based qualification for school leavers or adults who wish to pursue a career as an advanced hair stylist. Once qualified you will be able to...
Course Duration
2 years
Start Date
2nd September, 2024
Study Mode
Full Time
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Are you looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn? Then an Automotive Apprenticeship at Sandwell College is for you! On this Level 3 Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Apprenticeship you can: Gain training whilst...
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A Vehicle Damage Panel Technician works within the accident repair workshop, demonstrating expert working knowledge in relation to the removal, repair and replacement of vehicle body panels to vehicle manufacturer specification. These vehicles can include...
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Are you looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn? Then this apprenticeship is for you! On this Level 3 Business Administration Advanced Apprenticeship you can: Gain training whilst you are employed and earning...
Course Duration
2 years
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This Level 2 Certificate in Cutting Hair is an assessment-based qualification to develop your practical skills to provide an effective hair-cutting service for clients. It is suitable for adults who wish to upskill their own...
Course Duration
17 weeks
Course Type
Adult Course
Start Date
20th January, 2025
Study Mode
Part Time
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This Level 2 Award in Nail Technology is an assessment-based qualification to develop your practical skills to provide an effective nail service for clients. It is suitable for adults and full-time beauty students aged 16-18...
Course Duration
17 weeks
Start Date
1st September, 2025
Study Mode
Part Time
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This two-year Level 5 Certificate in Education (Cert Ed) course is for those who wish to complete their formal Further Education (FE) teaching qualification. You may be coming from industry and wish to teach in...
Course Duration
2 years
Course Type
Adult Course
Start Date
20th September, 2024
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Part Time
This course is for adult learners who wish to pursue a career in Public Sector Services and Policing. The course will prepare learners for higher education study. The course includes a combination of subject areas...
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Adult Course
Start Date
13th September, 2021
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Full Time
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This Level 3 IT Development Diploma for IT Users qualification provides basic level skills and knowledge that could lead to further education in IT or related areas, as well as underpinning other educational sectors. It...
Course Duration
25 weeks
Course Type
Adult Course
Start Date
1st September, 2025
Study Mode
Part Time
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Course duration: 1 year Location: West Plaza Start date: 02/09/2024   Course summary: The full-time Access to HE Diploma (Health Professions) offered at Sandwell College currently runs in the daytime, over two days. The course...
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1 year
Course Type
Adult Course
Start Date
9th September, 2024
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Full Time
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Looking to elevate your career with management and leadership training but struggling to find the time? The CMI Level 5 Bitesize courses in Management and Leadership are your perfect solution. These online courses are designed...
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No more than two hours
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N/A
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Part Time

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Apply Now for September 2025!

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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