Take a look at the adult/part time courses available for 2025/26 at our Alton campus.
AN ‘OUTSTANDING’ ADULT PROVISION OFSTED 2024 ADULTS COURSES FOR
PROSPECTUS 2025/26 hsdc.ac.uk
TO ALTON COLLEGE
Hello and welcome to our course guide for adults at Alton College. Whether you want to get back into work, change career, develop new skills, climb the career ladder, or just want to enhance your knowledge, we offer a wide range of courses to give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to achieve your future goals. With the government’s continued investment in Free Courses for Jobs and Adult Learning, HSDC has a wide range of FREE courses to help adults train and gain the valuable skills they need to improve their job prospects (criteria applies). This guide will offer you an introduction to our adult learning provision rated OUTSTANDING by Ofsted. Find out more on our website, however, if you still can’t find what you are looking for please call us on 023 9387 9999. We look forward to welcoming you to our learning community.
KEY F - Free Courses FCFJ – Free Courses for Jobs
DL - Distance Learning course available £ - Advanced Learner Loans available
TBC/Various - Where it says TBC or Various, please contact the Adult Learning Team for the next available dates. These courses run throughout the year on various days and at various times.
The courses available can be used towards your CPD at work.
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ENGLISH (FUNCTIONAL SKILLS)
We offer a wide range of English courses, at different locations, on different days and times to fit around your work or family commitments. English is a highly valued skill in the modern workplace. Adding this to your skill set will increase your employability. To apply, please contact our Adult Learning Team on 023 9387 9999 to book your initial assessment, where we will help you find the right course for you. These courses are completely FREE to anyone without a GCSE or O Level at grade 4/C or equivalent.
Funding Key
Course
Campus Day Time Start Date Duration
English Functional Skills Entry Level
Alton Thurs Day Sep, Feb 18 weeks F
English Functional Skills Level 1 English Functional Skills Level 2
Alton Thurs Day Sep, Feb 18 weeks F
Alton Thurs Day Sep, Feb 18 weeks F
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MATHS (FUNCTIONAL SKILLS)
Our Maths courses are designed to provide you with important transferable skills that will help you in the workplace and increase your employability. To apply, please contact our Adult Learning Team on 023 9387 9999 to book your initial assessment, where we will help you find the right course for you. These courses are completely FREE to anyone without a GCSE or O Level at grade 4/C or equivalent.
Funding Key
Course
Campus Day Time Start Date Duration
Maths Functional Skills Entry Level Maths Functional Skills Level 1 Maths Functional Skills Level 2
Alton Tues Day Sep, Feb 18 weeks F
Alton Tues Day Sep, Feb 18 weeks F
Alton Tues Day Sep, Feb 18 weeks F
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ESOL ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES
These courses will help you to improve your communication with others. Classes run at various locations and at different times to enable you to study around your other commitments. To apply, please contact our Adult Learning Team on 023 9387 9999 to book your initial assessment, where we will help you find the right course for you.
Funding Key
Course
Campus Day Time Start
Duration
ESOL Pre-Entry
Alton
TBC Day Sep & Feb 18 weeks
F
Alton Mon & Wed Alton Mon & Wed Alton Mon & Wed Alton Mon & Wed Alton Mon & Wed Alton Mon & Wed Alton Mon & Wed Alton Mon & Wed Alton Mon & Wed Alton Mon & Wed
Day Sep & Feb 20 weeks
F
ESOL Entry 1 Reading & Writing ESOL Entry 1 Speaking & Listening ESOL Entry 2 Reading & Writing ESOL Entry 2 Speaking & Listening ESOL Entry 3 Reading & Writing ESOL Entry 3 Speaking & Listening ESOL Level 1 Reading & Writing ESOL Level 1 Speaking & Listening ESOL Level 2 Reading & Writing ESOL Level 2 Speaking & Listening
Day Sep & Feb 15 weeks F
Day Sep & Feb 20 weeks
F
Day Sep & Feb 15 weeks F
Day Sep & Feb 20 weeks
F
Day Sep & Feb 15 weeks F
Day Sep & Feb 20 weeks
F
Day Sep & Feb 15 weeks F
Day Sep & Feb 20 weeks
F
Day Sep & Feb 15 weeks F
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GCSE
GCSEs are now accepted as a prerequisite for higher level education or to apply for many occupations. If you did not achieve an A*–C or grade 4 or above (grading change in 2017) the first time round or have not had the opportunity to study for GCSEs before, then we can help. Many people may be eligible for government funding, meaning that you will not pay for your course.
Funding Key
Course
Campus Day Time Start Date Duration
GCSE English Fast Track
Alton Wed Day
Jan
6 months F
GCSE Maths Fast Track
Alton Mon Day Jan
6 months F
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APPLY TODAY IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO START A COURSE WITH US!
We have courses starting all throughout the year. Take a look at the course pages to find the start date for the course you are interested in and apply today.
FULL DETAILS ON HOW TO APPLY CAN BE FOUND ON PAGE 13
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DISTANCE/ONLINE LEARNING
Would you like to continue your education from your home in your own time? Then take a look at our online courses! Learn New Skills Online courses are a great way to improve your career prospects, learn new skills and achieve a nationally recognised qualification. Flexible Study You can arrange your study time to fit into your routine, in your own home.
Fully Certified All courses are fully certified by the awarding bodies and are designed to support your personal and professional development. Outstanding Support You’ll have access to a tutor who’ll support and mentor you throughout the duration of your course.
Funding Key
Course
Level
Business Admin
Level 2 F Level 2 F Level 2 F Level 2 F Level 2 F
Care and Management of Diabetes Cleaning Knowledge and Skills
Children and Young People's Mental Health
Counselling Counselling
Level 3 £/FCFJ
Customer Service Customer Service Dementia Care Dementia Care
Level 2 F
Level 3 £/FCFJ
Level 2 F
Level 3 £/FCFJ
End of Life End of Life
Level 2 F
Level 3 £/FCFJ
Equality and Diversity
Level 2 F Level 2 F Level 2 F Level 2 F Level 2 F Level 2 F Level 2 F
Event Planning
Information, Advice and Guidance
Introducing Caring for Children and Young People Lean Organisation Management Techniques
Living in a Fair and Diverse Society
Mental Health Awareness
Mental Health
Level 3 £/FCFJ
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Funding Key
Course
Level
Nutrition and Health
Level 2 F Level 2 F
Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings
Level 2 F
Principles of Care Planning
Level 2 F
Principles of Leadership and Management ILM
Level 3 £/FCFJ
Principles of a Mental Health Worker
Level 2 F Level 2 F
Principles of Warehousing
Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities Safe Handling of Medication in Health & Social Care
Level 2 F
Level 2 F Level 2 F
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Substance Misuse Suicide Awareness
Level 1
F
Level 2 F Level 2 F Level 2 F
Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
Understanding Autism Understanding Autism
Level 3 £/FCFJ
Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Understanding Distressed Behaviour in Children Understanding Environmental Sustainability Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Advocacy in the Workplace Understanding Retail Operations Understanding Safeguarding & Prevent Understanding Working in the Health Sector
Level 2 F Level 2 F
Level 2 F
Level 2 F Level 2 F
Level 2 F
Level 2 F Level 2 F Level 2 F
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APPRENTICESHIPS
“My apprenticeship has prepared me for future promotion in my current employment. What I have learnt has taken me above and beyond what is required of a PA and has put me well on the way to working at a level similar to senior members of my team.” Emma Havant Borough Council – Business Administration Level 3
HSDC is one of Hampshire’s leading providers of training, learning and development. Whether you are looking to develop your current skills, gain a formal qualification to support your job role, or are looking for a change of career, our Apprenticeship Team can help! We currently offer apprenticeships from Levels 2-5 in the following areas: • Accounting • Adult Health Care • Business & Administration
• Creative Content • Customer Service
For more information or if you are currently looking for a job, take a look at our apprenticeship vacancies page on our hsdc.ac.uk/study- with-us/apprenticeships/ apprenticeship-search . Please contact our Business Development Team on 023 9279 4661 or apprenticeships@hsdc.ac.uk
• Early Years • Engineering • Funeral Care
• Health & Social Care • Hospitality & Catering • HR • Laboratory Technician/Science • Multi-Channel Marketing • Team Leading & Management
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CAREERS ADVICE SERVICE
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
We have a professionally qualified Adult Careers Adviser who visits us to provide information, advice and guidance to help you make informed choices about your education, training and employment choices. To book an appointment either drop into the Student Hub, call us on 023 9387 9999 or email us at careers@hsdc.ac.uk
FREE COURSES You may be eligible to have your course fully funded if you are: • Over 19 years of age as of 31 August 2025 • A resident in the UK for the last three years • In receipt of Jobseeker’s HSDC is able to offer financial support to aid vulnerable and disadvantaged students. Allowance or Employment and Support Allowance, Universal Credit (in some instances) or earning less than £25,000 per year However, depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible to receive full or part funding for a course. Please contact us and we will be happy to advise you – 023 9387 9999 and ask for the Adult Learning Team or email adultlearning@hsdc.ac.uk
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TRAVEL & FINANCIAL SUPPORT TRAVEL & FINANCIAL SUPPORT College financial support may be available if you or your household is in receipt of an income-based benefit. Once an eligible benefit has been seen and approved by the Student Travel & Support Department, the College may help with: • Refund of travel costs between home and the course venue (bus, train, or mileage, up to a specified amount) • Financial assistance towards compulsory items of uniform and/or kit relating to the course (depending on the course of study, a financial contribution may be required) • Refund of compulsory books needed for the course • Financial assistance towards UCAS administration fees • Refund of travel expenses for up to three university visits for open days/ auditions/interviews (up to a specified amount) • Compulsory/essential day trips or residentials that have a strong link to the curriculum criteria (up to a specified amount) • Financial assistance towards childcare costs, whilst studying your course College financial assistance is a limited fund of money that offers no guaranteed right to assistance. HSDC reserves the right to change items listed based on funding available.
DISCRETIONARY FINANCIAL SUPPORT We recognise that there are some circumstances where a student may be experiencing financial difficulties, but the household is not in receipt of an income based benefit. The College may be able to help with some college related costs if students are facing financial barriers to learning. Please speak to a member of the Student Travel & Support Team for further advice if you think you could benefit from this additional assistance. All discretionary applications are assessed by each individual case and appropriate evidence will need to be supplied. For more information and how to apply please see our website for more details: hsdc.ac.uk/travelandsupport or call the Travel & Support Team on 023 9279 7991 (option 2) or email travelandsupport@hsdc.ac.uk
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HOW TO APPLY
It’s easy to apply for any of our courses. You can contact us in a variety of ways. PLEASE NOTE: You must be aged 19 or over to study most Adult Learning courses.* WEBSITE For information about the College, or to apply using our online application form, visit www.hsdc.ac.uk TELEPHONE A member of the Adult Learning Team will be happy to advise and talk through the process with you. Call us on 023 9387 9999. EMAIL If you would like more information or support with your application, email a member of the team at adultlearning@hsdc.ac.uk IN PERSON Come along to the Main Reception where a member of our team will be happy to help with your enquiry. *To enrol in most of our Adult Learning courses, you must be aged 19 or over. However, some specific courses are open to learners aged 18+. Please refer to our individual course web pages for full eligibility details.
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WHERE WE ARE
TRAVELLING BY CAR The College has free parking . There are also parking areas for mopeds, motorbikes and bicycles.
Alton College Edward Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2HU
P
A31
Alton Station Waitrose
Farnham Aldershot Farnborough Guildford (A3)
Odiham Hook Fleet Hartley Wintney (M3 J5)
B3349
B3004
L O
Sainsbury’s
Bordon Headley Grayshott Liphook Haslemere
A31
Selborne Liss Petersfield Portsmouth
A339
Basingstoke
B3006
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We work in partnership with some high‑quality training providers to offer learning opportunities in Hampshire and neighbouring counties, for more information please email adultlearning@hsdc.ac.uk
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