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I very much enjoyed my time at Eastleigh college. I have gain knowledge which I can use at my workplace. I have had the best tutor, who has been very supportive throughout my course.

Level 4 AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting Learner

Supporting your employees with their professional development not only benefits them but it also has a positive impact on your organisation as a whole. Employees will feel valued increasing loyalty and motivation and they will be learning your industries latest knowledge and skills, helping your organisation to stay one step ahead.

Here at Eastleigh College we offer a range of courses from short courses, level 3 to higher education and online. Our courses are designed to upskill your employees at a time and place that suits, with many courses offering an evening and daytime study option.

Short courses

Our short courses are specific qualifications that focus on a particular aspect of your employee’s job role. These qualifications are ideal if your employee’s would like to gain more knowledge in a certain area or if you want to introduce a new aspect to their job role.

Level 3 part-time courses

Our Level 3 part-time course are designed with the industry in mind to support adults to get the skills they need to boost their careers.

Any adult aged 19 and over who wants to achieve their first full level 3 qualification can now access our level 3 course fully funded (free).

Higher education

We offer a number of part time qualifications at Levels 4 and above as well as traditional University partnered Higher Education courses in partnership with the University of Portsmouth (UOP).

Online Learning

EC Online is our dedicated platform for online learning. We offer three different types of online qualifications to ensure there is a course suitable for all professional development

Level 2 (fully funded)
Level 3
CPD

Visit EC Online’s website here.

Our new Learner Hub has recently opened following a £500,000 transformation of existing space. The Hub provides a range of formal and informal learning and private study areas, including Chromebooks, laptops, iPads and books available for loan. All of our adult learners have access to our support service also located in the hub.

All our workshops and classrooms have been designed to an industry standard which have been installed with the latest equipment. On our college campus learners will have access to train in our:

AAT Accounting Professional Diploma Level 4 (Distance Learning) - Unit in Internal Accounting Systems and Controls (AQ2022)

Part-Time Faculty

All organisations must guard against fraud through good control systems. However, many businesses underestimate…

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Part-time Faculty

What will I be learning? On this course you will spend about 2 or 3 days in college, you will study…

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Part-time Faculty

On this course you will spend about 2 or 3 days in college, you will study 4 subject modules and have…

Access to University and HE (Engineering)

Part-time Faculty

What will I be learning? On this course you will spend about 2 or 3 days in college, you will study…

Access to University and HE (Medicine)

Part-time Faculty

On this course you will spend about 2 or 3 days in college, you will study 4 subject modules and have…

Access to University and HE (Nursing and Healthcare Professions)

Part-time Faculty

On this course you will spend about 2 or 3 days in college, you will study 4 subject modules and have…

Access to University and HE (Science)

Part-time Faculty

On this course you will spend about 2 or 3 days in college, you will study 4 subject modules and have…

Access to University and HE (Social Sciences)

Part-time Faculty

On this course you will spend about 2 or 3 days in college, you will study 4 subject modules and have…

Accounting AAT Certificate Level 2 (AQ2022)

Part-Time Faculty

The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is an ideal starting point for anyone wishing to pursue a career…

Accounting AAT Certificate Level 2 (AQ2022) - Blended Learning

Part-Time Faculty

The Accounting AAT Certificate Level 2 (AQ2022) / Certificate in Accounting is an ideal starting point…

Accounting AAT Diploma Level 3 (AQ2022)

Part-Time Faculty

The AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting covers a range of complex accounting tasks, including maintaining…

Accounting AAT Diploma Level 3 (AQ2022) - Blended Learning

Part-Time Faculty

The Accounting AAT Diploma Level 3 (AQ2022) / Diploma in Accounting covers a range of complex accounting…

Accounting AAT Diploma Level 4 (Distance Learning) - Unit in Applied Management Accounting (AQ2022)

Part-Time Faculty

In todays world, management accountants are not only required to interpret and analyse data to produce…

Accounting AAT Diploma Level 4 (Distance Learning) - Unit in Drafting and Interpreting Financial Statements (AQ2022)

Part-Time Faculty

This unit provides students with the skills and knowledge for drafting the financial statements of single…

Accounting AAT Diploma Level 4 (AQ2022)

Part-Time Faculty

The AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting covers high-level accounting and finance topics and…

Accounting AAT Professional Diploma Level 4 (Distance Learning) - Unit in Audit and Assurance (AQ2022)

Part-Time Faculty

As many organisations and businesses now operate in the global marketplace, the role of audit and assurance…

Accounting AAT Professional Diploma Level 4 (Distance Learning) - Unit in Business Tax (AQ2022)

Part-Time Faculty

This unit introduces students to UK taxation relevant to businesses. Students will understand how to…

Accounting AAT Professional Diploma Level 4 (Distance Learning) - Unit in Cash and Financial Management (AQ2022)

Part-Time Faculty

This unit focuses on the importance of managing cash within organisations and covers the knowledge and…

Accounting AAT Professional Diploma Level 4 (Distance Learning) - Unit in Credit and Debt Management (AQ2022)

Part-Time Faculty

This unit provides an understanding and application of the principles of effective credit control systems,…

Accounting AAT Professional Diploma Level 4 (Distance Learning) - Unit in Personal Tax (AQ2022)

Part-Time Faculty

This unit provides students with the fundamental knowledge of the three most common taxes that affect…

ACS LPG Course

Part-Time Faculty

This LPG training course is intended for operatives who currently hold a CCN1 natural gas qualification…

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Part-Time Faculty

This updated qualification is for care workers who want to develop their knowledge and skills in their…

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Part-Time Faculty

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The course has 27 lessons that help you learn a specific skill in app development. Each lesson starts…

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Association of Project Management Level 4 - Intensive

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ATA Light Vehicle Inspection Technician at Level 3 - one-day assessment

Part-Time Faculty

IMI Accreditation is a practical, non-academic way to demonstrate individual capability, providing independent…

Avenue to Gym, Health and Fitness

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You will participate in gym sessions together with the completion of theory work. Self study and research…

Back to Beauty Therapy Level 2

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Level 2 Beauty Therapy is made up of the following practical units: • Provide facial skin care treatments:…

Basic Mobile Air Conditioning CG Level 3 (Unit 1 only) - for employees of Gama Aviation ONLY

Part-Time Faculty

The day will be split between classroom sessions which cover the under pinning knowledge for the unit…

BSc (Hons) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - Level 6 top-up (March 2024 start)

Higher Education

This BSc (Hons) Cognitive Behavioural undergraduate level 6 course will enable you to work in most settings…

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Higher Education

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Higher Education

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Higher Education

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Higher Education

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Higher Education

Building Services Engineering for Technicians Level 3

Part-Time Faculty

A Civil Engineering Technician provides technical support to engineers and other construction professionals…

Children and Young People's Workforce NCFE Diploma Level 3

Part-Time Faculty

You will study fourteen mandatory and up to eight optional units covering communication, personal development,…

Civil Engineering for Technicians Level 3

Part-Time Faculty

The content of the course is broad based and covers most standard aspects of building including: …

Construction and Civil Engineering Operations NVQ Level 2

Part-Time Faculty

The content of the course is broad based and covers most standard aspects of building including: …

Construction Contracting Operations NVQ Level 3

Part-Time Faculty

The content of the course is broad based and covers most standard aspects of building including: …

DipHE Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (February 2024 start)

Higher Education

DipHE Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Sept 2023 start)

Higher Education

DipHE Gestalt Counselling (February 2024 start)

Higher Education

DipHE Gestalt Counselling (Sept 2023 start)

Higher Education

DipHE Humanistic Counselling (February 2024 start)

Higher Education

DipHE Humanistic Counselling (Sept 2023 start)

Higher Education

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Part-Time Faculty

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Energy Efficiency

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Part-time Faculty

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Foundation Degree Learning Support - 2 years

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Functional Skills English

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You will gain confidence in reading for everyday use, as well as be encouraged and supported to develop…

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Functional Skills Maths

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Functional Skills Maths for University Hospital Southampton Staff

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The CCN 1 CORE assessment covers areas of gas safety. The qualification is nationally recognised and…

Gas Safety Core and Appliances (re-assessments) - 3 appliances

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The CCN 1 CORE assessment covers areas of gas safety. The qualification is nationally recognised and…

GCSE Biology

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GCSE English Language

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Throughout the year long course, you will be using a range of different styles of texts, both fiction…

GCSE Maths

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The course is designed ideally for those with a genuine interest in getting back into the workplace/employment…

IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Full (City & Guilds)

Part-Time Faculty

This is a classroom based activity, with each section of BS7671: 2018 regulations forming the basis for…

Junior Chefs Programme (for Year 9 to 11 students)

Part-time Faculty

Do you like Cooking? Do you enjoy cooking and working with people? Do you want to learn more about…

Level 2 Diploma Beauty Therapy (VTCT)

Part-Time Faculty

The following units are covered: • Ensure responsibility for actions to reduce risks to health and safety •…

Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installation (City & Guilds 2365)

Part-Time Faculty

These qualifications are intended for those who want to gain the knowledge and abilities that will enable…

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Candidates will be assessed in practical sessions and theory exams throughout the year. The course…

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Part-Time Faculty

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Level 2 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing (VTCT) - One Year Part-Time

Part-Time Faculty

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Part-Time Faculty

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Part-Time Faculty

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Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations - City & Guilds 2391-52

Part-Time Faculty

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Part-Time Faculty

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Part-Time Faculty

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Part-Time Faculty

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Part-Time Faculty

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Level 3 Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (City & Guilds 6090)

Part-Time Faculty

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Level 3 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing (VTCT)

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Part-time Faculty

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Part-Time Faculty

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