Tameside Skills Centre
T. 0161 359 3017
E. Tameside@gceducationandskills.ac.uk
Our Education Programmes offer a supportive, tailored learning experience for young people aged 16 to 19 (up to 24 with an EHCP). Whether you’re starting out in construction, looking to gain qualifications, or preparing for your next steps, we’ll help you reach your goals.
At Tameside Skills Centre we have excellent achievement rates with learners encouraged and supported to achieve to the best of their ability. We believe that every learner can achieve regardless of their starting point or prior experience of learning and are committed to helping overcome barriers. Learners will have an individualised programme tailored to their own interests and goals.
We offer three enrolment dates across the academic year – September, November, and January. Please contact us for more information.
No formal entry requirements.
Courses & Qualifications
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Construction Multi Skills Level 1 – from Award to Diploma
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Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment (CSCS card possible)
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Maths Functional Skills Level Entry 3 to Level 2
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English Functional Skills Level Entry 3 to Level 2
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Customer Service Level 2
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PSHE Level E3 to Level 2
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Employability Level 1 to Level 2
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Maths GCSE
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English GCSE
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Health & Social Care Level 1 & Level 2
Progression opportunities include employment, further education or training and apprenticeships.
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Small class sizes in a friendly, welcoming environment
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Fully equipped practical construction workshop to develop hands-on skills
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Supportive facilities, including a stocked kitchen with snacks and refreshments
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Access to Keyworkers and a Learning Mentor for guidance and support
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Regular visits from external specialist careers advisors for one-to-one sessions and drop-ins
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Weekly advice and support from our apprenticeship team
We are committed to helping learners achieve their full potential, regardless of prior experience. Your programme will be individualised to your interests and goals, with support to overcome any barriers to learning.
We host open evenings and events throughout the year – a great opportunity to visit the centre, meet our staff and explore the programme.
Find out more here.
Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service
Level 1 in Construction Multi-skills
Level 1 Certificate for Working in the Health, Adult and Child Care Sectors
Level 1 and Level 2 Employability Skills
Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Health and Social Care
Tameside Training Centre
Unit 7A, Kayley Industrial Estate, Richmond Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL7 0AU
Our centre has excellent transport links, with buses, trams, and trains all within a 10-minute walk.
Who to contact at this Training Centre if you are concerned about yourself or a friend/peer:
Jill Husdon - Training Centre Manager
T. 0161 359 3017
