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Unique course for tomorrow's healthcare professionals
An innovative and exciting Level 3 Health & Social Care course has been launched for Sept 2020. The learning programme has been developed in partnership between Eastleigh College and University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, and offers a unique introduction to school and college leavers with a desire to work in a range of clinical healthcare roles including nursing, midwifery and occupational therapy. The study programme is the first of its kind, and is likely to be even more popular following the government's recent announcement of a £5,000 per year NHS bursary scheme.
Eastleigh College recognised for excellence in GCSE re-sit results
We are delighted to have been recognised by The Times Education Awards for the support we provide to students who need to re-sit their GCSEs after leaving school. The excellent results our students achieved last summer include more than twice the national average gaining a maths GCSE, testament to the dedicated team of teachers who use innovative approaches and techniques to inspire our learners.
Regional heat of prestigious catering competition takes place
Young chefs and hospitality students from Eastleigh College were joined by other competitors from training providers across the south to take part in the southern regional heat of an established national competition. The Major Series 2020, which is organised by Major International in conjunction with the Craft Guild of Chefs, saw 50 competitors take over Eastleigh College's three professional kitchens and East Avenue restaurant and work their culinary majic across ten different classes from 'afternoon tea' to 'street food'.
Students gain insight into high-flying careers
A British Airways ambassador, Jo Paddington, provided an insight into cabin crew career opportunities, and fully explained the job responsibilities, as well as training, shift rotas, salary and career progression opportunities. She also spoke about BA’s new cabin crew apprenticeship scheme.
Refrigeration engineering student has eye on Shanghai following selection for ‘Skills Olympics’ UK Squad
An Eastleigh College student is aiming to compete in Shanghai, China after being selected for the Squad UK following his exceptional performance at WorldSkills UK at the NEC in Birmingham last month. The 19-year old refrigeration and air conditioning engineer will now be exposed to an 18-month training programme before an ultimate selection test in Spring 2021.
Innovative provision gains recognition for AAC Apprenticeship Awards shortlisting
Eastleigh College has been shortlisted for FE Week & AELP AAC Apprenticeship Awards 2020 in recognition of our ambitious pathways and support for SEND learners to achieve economic independence.
Eastleigh College hustings encourages youth vote
Eastleigh College hosted a hustings ahead of this week's general election, giving students and apprentices the opportunity to hear from and question representatives from parties standing for the Eastleigh constituency. Paul Holmes (Conservatives), Sam Jordan (Labour) and Rob Meldrum (Green) attended the event along with ex Liberal Democrat MP, Mike Thornton, who represented local candidate, Lynda Murphy.
'Trainee of the Year' national industry awards success
The talents and hard work of an engineering apprentice at Eastleigh College have been recognised at the air conditioning and refrigeration industry’s National ACR 'Trainee of the Year' Awards.
Buy the gift of a new hobby this Christmas
Eastleigh College is offering an alternative gift this Christmas, the gift of a new hobby!
Self-defence workshop packs a punch at SUN career workshop
Public Services students at Eastleigh College started a series of sessions learning self-defence techniques, thanks to SUN Progression Mentor, Becky Parker, who works within the College’s careers team.
VTCT launches Grants and Bursaries Programme at East Avenue restaurant
We're delighted that international qualification awarding body, VTCT, hosted a launch event at Eastleigh College’s East Avenue restaurant to celebrate the VTCT Grants and Bursaries Programme 2019. Eastleigh College learners prepared canapés, hosted and provided demonstrations at the event which was attended by special guests and VIPs.
Eastleigh College appoints new Chief Executive and Principal
Eastleigh College is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Cox as its next Chief Executive and Principal, following the retirement of Dr Jan Edrich in September 2020.