Scott Bailey is named champion at AoC Student of the Year Awards!
Part-time learner Scott Bailey from Cheshire College – South and West has beaten off competition from other finalists to be named as the Association of Colleges’ Adult Student of the Year 2021/22. At the age of 27, Scott started to lose his sight after being diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy and was registered blind just three […]
‘Where Are They Now?’ – Pamela Crehan | Apprenticeship Awards
Pamela Crehan was one of our 2021 Apprenticeship Award winners, having taken home the Award for Exceptional Contribution for her outstanding work during her time at St Helens and Knowsley Hospital NHS Trust. After completing her Apprenticeship, Pamela started her studies at Liverpool John Moores University and is currently working towards gaining a Nursing degree which […]
Outstanding Apprentices celebrated at Annual Awards Ceremony
Several deserving apprentices and employers from across the region were celebrated this week at Cheshire College – South and West’s annual Apprenticeship Awards Ceremony. The Award winners had exceeded expectations, made significant contributions to their workplaces, and were recognised for their outstanding performance. More than 80 guests gathered at the College’s Ellesmere Port Campus, where […]
‘Where Are They Now?’ – Stephen Whitmore | Apprenticeship Awards
Apprenticeship levels range from Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE) right the way up to Level 6 and 7 (equivalent to a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree), and it’s not uncommon for Apprentices to progress on to the next Level as they continually look to expand their knowledge in their chosen field. At last year’s Apprenticeship Awards […]
Crewe and Nantwich MP hires new Apprentice!
With support from Cheshire College – South and West, the region’s largest provider of post-16 education, Dr Kieran Mullan MP has recently hired an Apprentice to work as an Administration Officer in his Constituency Office. The College currently hosts over 1,000 Apprentices across 14 subject areas and has strong links with local businesses of all sizes […]
Cheshire College learner illustrates his third best-selling book!
Nurturing talent and empowering people to achieve their full potential is at the heart of Cheshire College’s ethos and one young Art & Design learner has recently seen his creative work published for a third time. Second Year, Level 3 Art & Design learner, Will Hawkes, teamed up with writer and editor Lorna McCann to […]
Your Career Starts Here! Visit Cheshire College’s next Open Evening!
The largest provider of post-16 education in the region, Cheshire College – South and West is opening its doors for their second Open Evening of the academic year on Monday 24th January from 5:30-7:00pm at their three Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester. The evening will give prospective learners, and their friends and family, […]
Cheshire College working in partnership to meet a surge in demand for electric and hybrid trained mechanics
The current Government agenda and commitment to alternative fuel technology is at the forefront of vehicle design and production and Cheshire’s largest provider of post-16 education is accelerating at high-speed with their brand-new Level 3 Electric & Hybrid Vehicle – Theory and Isolation course. The increasing demand for electric and hybrid cars, as businesses make […]
Press fast-forward on your digital skills with a part-time course at Cheshire College
The importance of digital skills and access to technology has never been more apparent than it is today and Cheshire’s largest provider of post-16 education, Cheshire College – South and West have launched a range of part-time digital courses, designed to boost digital skills, enhance career pathways, and develop confidence within the local community. The demand for digital occupations has continued to rise over the […]
Cheshire College secures grant under £18m Higher Technical Education Growth Fund
Passionate about driving economic growth, the largest provider of post-16 education in the region, Cheshire College, have secured over £500,000 under the £18m Higher Technical Education Growth Fund to extend and enhance their Higher Education offer, including developing facilities and buying new industry-leading equipment to support and enrich the curriculum. Announced by the Department for Education, the College is […]