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Two men on cherrypicker chainsawing branch from tree.

Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Use of a Chainsaw from a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) 2024-25

This course is for individuals who operate and carry out tasks in operations using a chainsaw from a mobile elevated work platform (MEWP) as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry, or other industries. It will provide the individual with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to carry out this work.

Houghall Campus

2024-2025

Adult Learner

Part Time

Vocational

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Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Felling and Processing Medium Trees Over 380mm and up to 760mm 2024-25

This course is for individuals who operate and carry out felling and processing medium size trees over 380mm and up to 760mm as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry, or other industries. It will provide the individual with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to carry out this work.

Houghall Campus

2024-2025

Adult Learner

Part Time

Vocational

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Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Individual Windblown Trees 2024-25

Individuals who operate and carry out tasks in dealing with individual windblown trees as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry, or other industries. It will provide the individual with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to carry out this work.

Houghall Campus

2024-2025

Adult Learner

Part Time

Vocational

Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills Sept 2025

Develop more advanced counselling skills. This course is an ideal qualification for those seeking to enhance their functional role through the use of counselling skills.

Peterlee Campus

2025-2026

Adult Learner

Part Time

Vocational

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Level 4-5 Foundation Degree (FdA) in Counselling 2025-27

This course will provide an understanding of the theory, skills and expertise required to work as a professional Counsellor as well as providing progression to higher levels of study in this subject at degree level.

Peterlee Campus

2025-2026

Adult Learner

Part Time

Higher Education

A person using a chainsaw to cut off a large tree branch

Level 4 Diploma In Arboriculture 2025-26

The Level 4 Diploma in Arboriculture is designed for those people working in arboriculture, in both the public and private sectors, to complement their training and experience, and to provide evidence of their knowledge of arboriculture.

Houghall Campus

2025-2026

16 to 18
Adult Learner

Part Time

Higher Education

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health

This comprehensive course is designed to provide learners with a solid foundation of knowledge in nutrition and its impact on overall health. Whether you have a personal interest in nutrition or work in a health-related field, this course offers valuable insights into the vital role that food plays in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Peterlee Campus

2024-2025

Adult Learner

Part Time

Vocational

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

This part time qualification aims to give learners knowledge of different Specific Learning Difficulties, how they are diagnosed and how individuals can be supported.