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School Leaver - Vocational/Technical Courses

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: The Roundhouse
Subject Area: Engineering
Start Date: 08/09/2025

The two-year full-time BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering supports school leavers who wish to further their development as engineers, leading to a highly rewarding and...

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Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Treatments

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: The Roundhouse
Subject Area: Beauty
Start Date: 08/09/2025

This Level 3 programme is designed for students with Level 2 Beauty qualifications or for those with industry experience. It is a chance to gain advanced practical experience in...

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Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Studies

L2FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: The Roundhouse
Subject Area: Beauty
Start Date: 08/09/2025

This course is your starting point for a career in the beauty therapy industry and includes a GCSE resit in either English or Maths. It provides you with the...

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Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing (VTCT)

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: The Roundhouse
Subject Area: Hair
Start Date: 08/09/2025

This Level 3 programme is designed for students with existing Level 2 Hair qualifications or for those with industry experience. It is a chance to gain advanced practical experience.

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Level 1 Diploma in Land Based Studies in Agriculture and Horticulture – September start

L1FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Agriculture
Start Date: 08/09/2025

The Diploma in Land-based Studies in Agriculture and Horticulture is an introductory Level 1 qualification which is focused on themes such as animal husbandry and estates maintenance.

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LEVEL 2 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION AND CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY

L2FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science
Start Date: 08/09/2025

This qualification enables you to gain a broad knowledge of IT subjects, to explore the opportunities offered in the IT sector and to acquire appropriate vocational skills. 

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Level 2 Foundation in Business, Management and Administration

L2FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: The Roundhouse
Subject Area: Business, Leadership and Management
Start Date: 08/09/2025

This course includes a BTEC First Certificate qualification, an employer-set project and an enhanced industry placement that could lead to an employment opportunity on completion.

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Level 2 Diploma in Practical Arboriculture Skills

L2FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Arboriculture
Start Date: 08/09/2025

This one-year course gives you a solid foundation in the science and practice of arboriculture. You will benefit from undertaking practical hands-on work at the Broomfield Hall estate and...

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Entry 3 Introductory Certificate in Animal Care

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Animal Care
Start Date: 08/09/2025

If you have a strong interest in caring for animals, this course will stand you in good stead for a rewarding career.  You will build up your practical skills...

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Level 2 Diploma in Practical Countryside Skills

L2FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Conservation and Countryside
Start Date: 08/09/2025

This Diploma enables you to develop practical skills and knowledge for working in the countryside sector.

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Derby Trailblazers Academy Coaching Assistant

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Sport
Start Date: 08/09/2025

The Derby Trailblazers Academy Coaching Assistant programme is designed specifically for 18-year-olds in their third year of further education. The course focuses on the planning, preparation and delivery of...

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