Sandwell 14-19 Learning

Work Based Learning

Sandwell College (Workplus)

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Ofsted Report 2008

Sandwell College (Workplus)

Sandwell College, Pound Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B68 8NA

Tel : 0121 253 6857

Fax : 0121 253 6850

E-Mail : maminda.hall@sandwell.ac.uk

Web : www.sandwell.ac.uk

Contacts

Maminda Hall 0121 253 6857

Introduction

Workplus is the work based learning division of Sandwell College and is renowned for providing excellent funded training that brings huge benefits to both employers and their employees. There is a full range of services on offer to include Apprenticeships for young people and adults, NVQs that can be delivered solely within the workplace along with other bespoke courses and standard legislative certification courses. As Workplus is part of a 'not for profit' organisation you can be rest assured that you will receive a high quality service that provides successful outcomes for trainees and value for money for employers.

Facilities

Purpose-built Automotive Centre in Oldbury
State-of-the-art media and sound production studios
Hair, beauty and holistic centre
Recently refurbished theatre
Dedicated Learning Centre on all campuses
Well-equipped gymnasiums at Smethwick and West Bromwich campuses

Opportunities

Active Students' Union
Active Students' Union
Huge range of student clubs and societies
Over 20 trips each year to places within the British Isles and more distant shores, such as Goa.

Support

Two full time Student Liaison Officers to run the Students' Union and organise events
Advice and Guidance team offering practical information on education, training and career opportunities
The first Black Country organisation to receive the Guidance Council Quality Standards Award for its excellent service to students
Counselling service
Welfare team offering advice on everything from money to childcare