Buxton and Leek College are holding their next Open Day on 13th February 2025 (5pm – 7pm) at both their Buxton and Leek campuses, to co-inside with National Apprenticeship Week (10th – 16th February 2025).
The college has announced the expansion of their apprenticeship programmes to include the Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, alongside their well-established Operations Manager Level 5 and Learning and Skills Teacher Level 5 (LST) apprenticeships. The LST apprenticeship is aimed at professionals who have achieved competence in a vocation or subject and then subsequently looked to train as a teacher in an educational setting or in the workplace.
Apprenticeships schemes from business, carpentry, childcare and more
For those seeking a more hands-on learning experience, Apprenticeships provide are ideal for those eager to jumpstart their careers directly through on-the-job training, whilst earning a wage.
The college offers a number of apprenticeships where businesses can up-skill their workforce, whether it’s for internal promotions or to develop future leaders.
As part of the University of Derby, Buxton and Leek College (BLC) creates seamless pathways to higher education and degree opportunities via apprenticeships, catering to employees from all educational backgrounds. Proudly rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted for Initial Teacher Training, underscoring their commitment to fostering top-tier educational opportunities for apprentices.
They offer apprenticeships in a multitude of areas at various levels, including Business and Administration, Accounting, Customer Service, Team Leadership and Management, Engineering, Hair and Beauty, Early Years, Education, and Childcare, Hospitality and Catering, Carpentry, and Joinery.
Open Day February 2025 – Register now for free
At the Buxton campus, visitors can explore facilities such as simulated hospital wards, professional industry kitchens, a hair & beauty salon, and a childcare nursery. Various subject areas including Public Services, Hospitality & Catering, Sport, Business, Motor Vehicle, and Education & Childcare will be showcased.
Meanwhile, the Leek campus boasts state-of-the-art workshops and facilities such as Salon Inspire for hair & beauty, the Leek School of Art, and engineering and carpentry workshops. Subjects like Art & Design, Hair & Beauty, Carpentry & Joinery, and Engineering will be highlighted.
To register for the FREE Open day event on 13th February, click HERE. Supportive staff will be on hand to give you advice on everything you need; from course information, finance, student well-being and chat with course tutors.
Whatever your circumstances, BLC can offer you the opportunity to discover your future self…
Find out more
To find out more about apprenticeships or courses for all ages including adult courses, online courses and short courses visit their website at www.blc.ac.uk, call on 0800 074 0099 or email [email protected]
Buxton and Leek College
T: 0800 074 0099
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