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This course is specifically for self-employed plumbers or gas engineers looking to upskill themselves, or employers looking to upskill their current employees, in commissioning and installing air source heat pumps. This will be delivered in the evenings with the ad hoc Saturday full day.

You will complete your WRAS, HWSS, Commissioning & Servicing of Air Source Heat Pumps, Energy Efficiency and Retrofit.

Learners will need to hold a minimum of Level 2 NVQ (or equivalent) in Plumbing or Gas. Or have a minimum of 2 years in industry that you can evidence.

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This course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to allow individuals to register as self-employed and start their own childminding business from their own home. The course includes Safeguarding, SEND, Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, Child Development, Awareness of mental health, Speech Language and Communication, and Business start up for self-employed. 

As part of the course, you will be supported to complete the registration process to register as an Ofsted Childminder, along with any associated paperwork to complete so that this is all completed on completion of the course.

Working with the Hertfordshire County Council, the course will equip you with accredited qualifications and support towards gaining your DBS which you will require to start up your business.

• Start Date: 17/03/25
• End Date: 28/03/25
• Days/Times: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
• Location: Face to Face at our St Albans Campus

This course is a 10-day programme that provides you with the valuable training, experience, and qualifications that employers are looking for including CSCS, PTS, WSI, Health and Safety in the Construction Environment, Emergency First Aid, Small Tools, Manual Handling, DCCR and EUSR.

We also have employment opportunities on completion of the training course within Hertfordshire, and PPE is included as part of the course.

Additional requirements:

• Be able to need to pass a drugs & alcohol testing, and medical screening
• Be fluent in reading and writing English to a minimum of Level 1
• Have photo ID stating UK address or relevant EU/Home office documentation

• Start Date: 27/02/25
• End Date: 24/04/25
• Days/Times: Thursdays 10am – 1pm
• Location: Online
• Aimed at: Self-Employed or Employers looking to upskill their current employees

This course equips learners with the knowledge and skills in understanding digital marketing includes marketing fundamentals, digital marketing, data management, communication and content, skills and tools including AI, and a project.

The course is ideal for self-employed individuals looking to secure new opportunities, clients, and contract through the development of a clear business plan as part of the Skills Bootcamp. It is also ideal for employers to enrol their staff members to support their development within the company.

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We will provide you with an introduction into the construction industry with a blended approach of theory and practical in our college workshops. The course will include health and safety, legislations, manual handling, hazardous substance, mould awareness, Health and Safety in the construction environment and you CSCS Card.

This course is ideal for anyone looking to find employment in the construction industry as a general labourer or you could enrol onto a trade apprenticeship on completion.

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These courses equip learners with the knowledge and skills in understanding the role of a Land Management Operative and an Arborist. Learning about biosecurity awareness, ecology awareness, introduction into tree surveying, water safe working and taking part in a work placement, you will have a strong understanding of the sector on completion of this 4-week course.

Ideal for individuals looking to gain employment within this sector with employment opportunities on completion of the course. Person Protective Equipment (PPE) also included as part of the course.

• Sart Date: 27/03/25
• End Date: 29/05/25
• Days/Times: Thursday 11am – 4pm (Theory) & range of days available between 9am – 5pm (Practical – you will need to attend 1 practical session per week minimum)
• Location: Oaklands College, St Albans Campus

This course focuses on developing practical skills, knowledge of industry standards and employability skills to bridge the gap between foundational knowledge and professional practice. With a blended approach of theory and practical sessions, you will have an understanding in real-world coaching practice, safeguarding, engagement and communication, coaching adaptability, and professional development. This includes accredited qualifications such as Safeguarding, Emergency First Aid at Work and a UK coaching qualification.

You will have a range of opportunities on a weekly basis to support our current sporting sessions within the college including our sport academies which has a variety of sports so we will look to tailor your programme to your interests where we can.

You will be supported in work readiness as a Sports Coach on completion of the course with interviews and employment opportunities within Hertfordshire.

Additional requirements:

• You will need to pass an enhanced DBS to complete the course