This short online auto-marked course in Understanding Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) for Business teaches the principles of SEO. Learn how to optimise websites for Google search using multiple techniques including technical optimisations, content and digital PR.

Discover why SEO is important for business and the different SEO techniques that form a digital marketing strategy.

Topics covered in this course include:Principles of SEOThe Difference Between SEO and Pay-per-Click AdvertisingImportance of Successful SEOIncreasing Web TrafficKeywords, Image Tags and Meta DescriptionsSEO Tools and Techniques for Driving Traffic Towards a BusinessThis is an auto-marked course, you will receive...

During the NQ Get Ready for College and Work course you will:Enhance your self-esteem and belief in your abilitiesDevelop effective study habits and time management skillsGain a deeper understanding of your strengths, interests, and career aspirationsReceive personalised guidance and support from experienced tutorsYou will learn:Employability skills: Enhance your employability by learning how to create a compelling CV, conduct effective job searches, and master the art of interviews.Volunteering opportunities: Gain valuable hands-on experience and make a positive impact in your community through structured volunteering opportunities.Taster sessions: Explore different vocational subjects offered at the college through engaging taster sessions, helping you discover...

Subjects covered during NC Acting and Performance include:ActingProductionVoiceMovementTheatre historyGroup singing skillsActing styles and practitionersCreative project.There is also technical work (such as scenic art, costume, lighting and sound). Please note that during production blocks, you will be expected to work additional hours out-with the conventional college day.

Assessment is continuous with a mixture of practical and theoretical assessments. There is no final examination.

Previous students have performed in a wide range of productions such as: The Jungle Book, Peter Pan, The Hobbit, The Kitchen, Pentecost, Once in a Lifetime, Picnic at Hanging Rock, Mephisto and...

During the NC Preparation for HND Music course you will learn:Instrumental/vocal studiesLive performanceMusical literacyCompositional techniquesMusic appreciation and aural skillsSongwritingMIDI sequencingSound production.Assessment is continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments.

We welcome students from diverse musical backgrounds from classical to heavy rock. This blend of student specialisms creates vibrant opportunities for creative collaborative learning.

Each week we will look at some of the most famous and influential philosophers and the questions they raise. This is an introductory course so we will start with the basic question, 'What is philosophy?'

Whether you know nothing about philosophy or you wish to expand your knowledge with like-minded learners then this is the course for you.

We will cover such areas below and more:EpistemologyPolitical philosophyMorality philosophy - objective, relative or emotive?Philosophy of scienceFree willTime travel with philosophyEthicsPhilosophy and critical thinkingMetaphysicsConflicts between religion and scienceCosmology

ActingProductionVoiceMovementSingingText and performanceTheatre historyActing methods and practitionersWorkshop skillsCreating drama scriptsProfessional development for actorsPlease note that during production blocks you will be required to work out-with the normal college day. Assessment will be continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments.

Previous students have performed in a wide range of productions such as The Jungle Book, Peter Pan, Animal Farm, Scenes from the Big Picture, Mary Queen of Scots Got Her Head Chopped Off, A Midsummer Night's Dream and Macbeth.

Hear from alumni Richard Rankin. 

Hear from Student Graeme Crawley.

Subjects covered (including an Addiction Counselling Group Award*):   Personal development planningHumanistic counselling theoryLoss, grief and bereavement in a counselling settingRelationship-centred counselling skillsUnderstanding addictive behaviours*Behavioural and cognitive counsellingGroup counselling skillsRelationship-centred counselling skillsWorking with addictive behaviours*Psychodynamic counselling theoryRelationship-centred counselling skillsWorking with substance misuse*Graded unit 1Personal development in a counselling skill setting Non-assessed practical experience within a helping agency or organisation that allows for the supervised practice of counselling skills is encouraged during the course. 

The course takes one year to complete on a full-time basis, or two years as a part-time evening course. 

The SVQ Level 2 Fabrication and Welding course includes:Working safely in an engineering environmentWorking efficiently and effectively in engineeringUsing and communicating technical information
Optional units include:Forming and assembling pipework systemsProducing plate work components and assembliesCutting and shaping materials using thermal cutting equipmentPreparing and using manual metal arc (MMA) welding equipmentPreparing and using MIG, MAG and other continuous wire welding equipmentPreparing and using Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding equipmentA selection of other optional units within the fabrication, welding and pipework framework may be available subject to demand and progression throughout the course.

This course is a combination of interactive lessons and group activities and is aimed at individuals who are in employment or seeking employment. This course will cover the common causes of accidents and ill health in the workplace and introduce candidates to the legal aspects of occupational health and safety. Contents: Introducing working safely; Defining hazard and risk; Identifying common hazards; Improving safety performance.

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This course is a combination of interactive lessons, team activities and practical risk assessment in your own work environment. It is ideal for people who have (or aim to have) some management responsibility for Health and Safety in the workplace and providing them with the competencies they require. 

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The Cost for this course is inclusive of VAT, learning materials, registration and exam fees. Please note that this course can be funded through the Flexible Workforce Development Fund. You can find out more about FWDF here.

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