British Culture - Communications Skills Entry Level 1

You can join this course if English is your second language and you would like to get involved in promoting learning/volunteering opportunities to members of hard to reach groups. The course increases your understanding of British culture your community and is part of the Volunteering in the Community programme. The course will also improve and develop your employability skills.

You will:
1. Identify different ways of communicating in the UK today.
2. Become familiar with the reasons why it is important to improve verbal communication skills.
3. Learn about different ways of using effective non-verbal communication.
4. Find out about different ways to be safe and responsible online.

You must be over 19 years old. You also need to come to college with a good attitude and be prepared to work hard.

Bolton College recognises the achievements of its learners by presenting them with a certificate at the end of the course, rewarding their efforts and celebrating the skills that they have acquired. As this is a non-accredited course (not a qualification) you will work towards a college certificate of achievement by passing all your agreed learning outcomes.

• A ring binder folder to keep your work organised is essential.
• You will also need to bring a pen and a notepad to take notes.

Deane & Derby:
o Computer Suites
o Café serving hot & cold food
o Multi-media & interactive white boards
o Prayer Room
o Ample car parking

Shahla Holgeth Lecturer 01204 482920 Colette Fitzgerald Office Manager 01204 482920 - deane.derby@boltoncc.ac.uk

Use the yellow 'enrol' button to request to join this course.
Please note: if you enrol without meeting the course entry requirements your place may be cancelled and a refund provided.

You can progress on to other courses at one of our local Adult Learning Centres. We have a wide range of courses if you want to try something completely different. Your tutor will give you advice and guidance on other courses within the college and can also signpost you for more advice and training.

Other courses available to support your learning:
• Free English and maths courses for those who have not yet attained a grade at C at GCSE (grade 4 equivalent)
• Free digital literacy courses for beginners in computing and tablets
• Free positive steps to wellbeing courses to support improved mental wellbeing, health and confidence
• A range of employability skills courses

Information, advice and guidance is available at all Bolton College centres. Our Adult Community Learning Job Coach is available to support learners who are seeking employment.

Tuition Fee: £123.00

Courses fees are subject to change.

Assessment

All learners will complete an individual learning plan which will be discussed with their tutor throughout the course.

Financial

You may not have to pay tuition fees at all, if you fall into one of the groups eligible for fee exemptions. If you feel you may be eligible or would like someone to explain course fees in more detail, pleasecontact us via our Live Chat service available on any page of our website.

Adult Learners

Adult learners (19+) must provide evidence of their existing qualification at enrolment. Learners may not be able to enrol if this information is not provided when requested. If you have lost any certificates please contact your school in the first instance. If they are unable to provide a copy, you can contact one of the following exam boards (your school will be able to tell you which one applies to the exams you took):

• OCR: www.ocr.org.uk
• Edexcel: www.edexcel.com
• AQA: www.aqa.org.uk

Helpline

The best way to contact us is via our Live Chat service available from any page of our website. We endeavour to staff this service from 9am – 7pm, Monday to Thursdays and until 4pm on Fridays (during term time).
Bolton College works hard to ensure that the information provided is accurate.
All courses are offered subject to student numbers and the College reserves the right to amend, withdraw or amalgamate any of the courses, fees, services, locations or facilities described at any time.

Studying at College

The health and safety of our learners and staff is still very important to us and so there may continue to be an element of study outside of the classroom during the, academic year. The proportion of these hours will depend on the individual qualification(s) being undertaken. You must do the work set during these times or it will impact your progress on the course and therefore your achievement.

Equalities Statement

The College will treat all members of the community equally and will not favour any particular individual or group. English is our principal language but we will endeavour to provide information relating to this document in other formats and languages. If customers require this type of support they should contact the Recruitment & Relations Manager at customer.services@boltoncc.ac.uk

Safeguarding Statement

Bolton College are committed to ensuring that learners have a right to feel safe wherever they learn, in the classroom or online. If you have any personal safety or other worries, for example, feeling bullied; being made to feel uncomfortable or experiencing an inappropriate situation when you are attending college, please speak to the tutor, a member of the Reception Team or contact the College Safeguarding Team on 01204 482180 or via safeguarding@boltoncc.ac.uk

Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.