Training Calendar

Training Calendar Whether you are looking to add new skills or enhance your current skills base, Angus College - intelligent training for business, can provide you with the training and knowledge needed for you to meet and exceed your business goals. Angus College is committed to the design and delivery of superior courses, so whether you need to train your staff, want to develop new skills yourself or are looking to start a new career, we can provide a range of courses designed to suit all your individual or company requirements. Our tutors are not only experienced teachers and trainers, but industry professionals who have wide experience.

SVQ Level 2 Exercise and Fitness

SVQ Levels 2, 3 & 4 Health & Social Care (Adults)

Designed for those who wish to work with participants in a gym setting - providing evidence of an individual's competence in teaching exercise and fitness. Developed to reflect modern practices, this course is nationally recognised and gives entry onto the Register of Exercise Professionals.

SVQ Levels 3 & 4 Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)

£520 . 4 days . 9.00am-5.00pm 19-22 November 2012 . 8-11 April 2013

SVQ Level 3 Personal Training

£1550 . 9.00am-5.00pm 28 November 2012 for 12 weeks . 6 March 2013 for 12 weeks

Suitable for instructors who have already achieved SVQ Level 2 Instructing Exercise & Fitness and wish to operate at a higher level. Assessment will be carried out after course delivery to enable candidates the appropriate time to generate part of the required evidence for certification. Candidates who have previously completed the Level 2 with us are entitled to a 25% discount.

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification

£310 . 5 days . 9.00am-5.00pm 19-23 November 2012 . 22-24 February & 2-3 March 2013

The NPLQ is the most widely recognised lifeguard qualification in the UK & Ireland and is a recruitment requirement for a number of jobs from Pool Lifeguard to Centre Manager.

Mental Health First Aid

£125 . 4 evenings . 6.00pm-9.00pm 15 & 22 March 2013 and 23 & 24 April 2013

This course enables candidates to recognise the impact of mental health issues in the workplace and promote recovery and understanding. Suitable for anyone who is interested in supporting and promoting the health and wellbeing of their employees, colleagues, service users or customers.

Emergency First Aid

£90 . 1 day . 9.00am-5.00pm . 17 January 2013 . 9 May 2013

This Health and Safety Executive approved course will provide participants with emergency first aid training which will allow them to deal with an incident until an expert arrives.

First Aid at Work

£240 . 3 days . 9.00am-5.00pm 12-14 December 2012 . 13 March 2013

This Health and Safety Executive approved course will cover primary and secondary care and the treatment and management of medical emergencies in the workplace.

First Aid Refresher

Courses run throughout the year. £1400/£1600/£1800

Courses run throughout the year. £1600/£1800

SVQ Levels 2, 3 & 4 Children’s Care, Learning & Development Courses run throughout the year. £1300/£1400/£2075

PDA in Health & Social Care Supervision Three starting points throughout the year. £345

PDA Childhood Practice

£1065 . 1 eve per week for 48 weeks . 6.30-9.00pm . January 2013

Elementary Food Hygiene

£80 . 1 day . 9.00am-5.00pm 5 November 2012 . 27 November 2012 . 28 January 2013

This covers basic training in food hygiene practices and is required by anyone handling or serving food on a daily basis.

Elementary Food Hygiene - Refresher

£60 . 1/2 day . 9.00am-1.00pm . 12 November 2012

A refresher course to bring participants up-to-date with current food hygene legislation requirements.

Intermediate Food Hygiene

£240 . 3 days . 9.00am-5.00pm . 12, 19 & 26 February 2013

Aimed at equipping you with the knowledge required to operate a food business in an effective and hygienic manner.

Servewise Personal Licence Holders (On Sales) £135 . 1 day . 9.00am-5.00pm 19 November 2012 . 17 December 2012 . 28 January 2013

A one-day course available to on licence staff and focusing on issues relating to the service/sale of alcohol, including the important issues of due diligence.

Introduction to Customer Care/Service in Restaurants

£100 . 1 day . 9.00am-4.00pm . 21 January 2013 . 27 May 2013

This course includes role play, real life situations based in a restaurant setting, tips to improve communication methods to increase the chance of positive outcomes, methods of dealing with a variety of customer needs and expectations and how to provide a first class service to customers.

£160 . 2 days . 9.00am-5.00pm 15&16 November 2012 . 7&8 February 2013 . 18&19 April 2013

Aimed at First Aiders that currently hold a valid First Aid at Work qualification which is due for renewal. This course is an refresher of all subjects taught on the full 4-day First Aid at Work course. Any updates will also be imparted.

To book or for more information and extended course details call 01241 432769 or visit: enterprise.angus.ac.uk/training

Microsoft Excel 2007 - Beginners/Intermediate £125 . 1 day . 9.00am-5.00pm . 11 February 2013

Intended for candidates with less than one year of hands-on experience in efficiently utilising features of Microsoft Office Excel 2007. It gives candidates the opportunity to learn how to use Microsoft Office Excel 2007 effectively and efficiently.

Advanced Level also available - 25 February 2013 . £125

Microsoft Powerpoint 2007

£125 . 1 day . 9.00am-5.00pm . 22 October 2012 . 15 April 2013

Intended for candidates with less than one year of hands-on experience in efficiently utilising features of Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007. It gives you the opportunity to learn how to use Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 effectively and efficiently.

Microsoft Word 2007 - Beginners/Intermediate

£125 . 1 day . 9.00am - 5.00pm . 5 November 2012 . 13 May 2013 Intended for candidates with less than one year of hands-on experience in efficiently utilising features of Microsoft Office Word 2007. It gives you the opportunity to learn how to use Microsoft Office Word 2007 effectively and efficiently.

CSCS Health, Safety & Environment Training and Test Course £200 . 3 mornings . 9.00am-12.15pm 16, 23 & 30 November 2012 25 January, 1 & 8 February 2013

Aimed at anyone working in or wanting to work in the construction industry. Upon successful completion of the course and test you can apply to the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (and pay £30) for your CSCS Card.

Abrasive Wheels

£100 . 1 day . 9.00am-5.00pm 16 November 2012 . 15 March 2013

Suitable for a wide range of candidates working in a variety of industries who require a full understanding of the requirements in the theory and use of a range of abrasive wheels.

Compressed Gas Handling £80 . 1 day . 9.00am-5.00pm 9 November 2012 . 29 March 2013

Microsoft Word 2007 - Advanced

This training course has been designed for candidates who are required to transport, handle or use compressed gas cylinders at work. For example oxy-fuel gas cutting and welding operations.

As above but at a more advanced level.

Manual Handling Awareness

£125 . 1 day . 9.00am-5.00pm . 19 November 2012 . 27 May 2013

First Line Supervisor/Manager Training £100 . 1 day . 9.30am-5.30pm

Aimed at anyone who has recently been promoted to a supervisory role or needing to update/refresh their managerial skills will find this course highly beneficial.

£80 . 1 day . 9.00am-5.00pm 30 November 2012 . 22 March 2013

This course will ensure that candidates are fully aware of safe practices in lifting and carrying. Suitable for technical, operational or administrative staff.

Phase 1: 28 February 2013 . Phase 2: 5 December 2012

Welding Appreciation

Microsoft Project: A Comprehensive Introduction

This course is designed to satisfy the requirements of individuals and companies, covering chosen process theory and practice along with appropriate welding Health & Safety. Suitable for a wide range of applicants.

£250 . 1 day . 9.30am-5.00pm 6 December 2012 . 21 February 2013 . 23 May 2013

This course is intended for those involved with project planning who wish to use an effective tool to assist in project management and development.

Project Management: Essential Skills for Success

£700 . 3 days . 9.30am-5.00pm . 16-18 January 2013 This course serves as an introduction for new project managers and a refresher for those with more experience

MCITP: Enterprise Support Technician on Windows 7 Flexible Start Date - Online learning . £410

MCITP: Server Administrator on Windows Server 2008 Flexible Start Date - Online learning . £670

MCITP: Enterprise Administrator on Windows Server

£350 . Dates on request

Basic Lead Welding and Bossing Skills £350 . 5 days . 9.00am-5.00pm 17 December 2012 . 25 March 2013

Aimed at those who wish to gain the required skills and knowledge needed to achieve the standards of competence to safely produce lead roofing components.

Forklift Truck Operator Novice

£575 . 5 days . 9.00am-4.30pm 28 January 2012 . 25 March 2013

This course is designed for the novice Forklift Truck Operator who has no previous experience of forklift trucks. ITSSAR certification is awarded on successful completion.

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Forklift Truck Experienced

IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software

Designed for the Forklift Truck Operator who has had extensive practical experience (longer than 12 months) but has had no formal training and does not hold a certificate. ITSSAR certification is awarded on successful completion.

Flexible Start Date - Online learning . £1290 Flexible Start Date - Online Learning . £240

CIW Web Design Specialist

Flexible Start Date - Online Learning . £1375

IOSH Managing Safely

£400 . 4 days . 9.00am-5.00pm 12-15 November 2012 . 18-21 March 2013

This course is designed to provide managers with all they need to know to help them handle health and safety in their teams. For managers and supervisors in any sector and any organisation.

IOSH Working Safely

£200 . 1 Day . 9.00am-5.00pm . 21 January 2013 . 29 April 2013

Suitable for anyone currently working in any sector or for an unemployed individual looking to add to their employment potential. Candidates will gain an understanding of why they must work safely, why it is important and how individuals can, through changing behaviour, make a difference.

NEBOSH General Certificate

£1350 . 14 days . 9.00am-4.30pm . 28 January 2013

Aimed at managers, supervisors and staff from all types of organisations who need a broad understanding of health and safety issues. The certificate helps you manage risks effectively. Many people take the NEBOSH National General Certificate as a first step in a career in health and safety.

enterprise.angus.ac.uk/training

£350 . 3 days . 9.00am-4.30pm 29 October 2012 . 27 March 2012

Forklift Truck Refresher

£150 . 1 day . 9.00am-4.30pm 1 November 2012 . 25 February 2013

Designed to give the trained and Certificated Forklift Truck Operator whose licence is due for renewal a one day refresher course and test to renew their certificate.

Long Hair Styling - Beginners £200 . 12 weeks . 6-9pm 22 November 2012 (12 evenings)

Aimed at stylists who want to improve their skills in styling long hair. Candidates will study the Techniques in Long Hair unit to design, prepare and practice achieving various looks. Candidates will be required to purchase various items of kit.