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Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course will give you a grounding in Engineering principles and practice and is aimed at adult learner looking to retrain and join a sector that is eager to employ people with the right skills.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course offers progression onto degree-level courses and a change to your career and prospects. You could progress to degree course both at university or Distant learning and also higher education apprenticeships. You need to be at least 19 years of age to study on this course.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course offers progression onto degree-level courses and a change to your career and prospects. You could progress to degree course both at university or Distant learning and also higher education apprenticeships. You need to be at least 19 years of age to study on this course.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course offers progression onto higher education degree level courses and a change to your career and prospects. You could progress to courses in nursing (all branches), midwifery, physiotherapy, radiography, paramedic science, social work and occupational therapy, along with many other professions within the Health and Social Care sector.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course offers progression onto degree-level courses and a change to your career and prospects. You could progress to degree course both at university or Distant learning and also higher education apprenticeships. You need to be at least 19 years of age to study on this course.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
It is never too late for a change in direction. Are you interested in criminology or a career in the police force?
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course offers progression onto higher education degree level courses and a chance to change your career and prospects. You could progress to courses in, for example, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Pharmacy, Radiography, Biomedical Sciences and a range of related degrees.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course delivers a solid foundation in finance administration - covering areas such as double-entry bookkeeping to basic costing principles and using accounting software.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
In this qualification, you will master more complex accounting disciplines including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
In this qualification, you will cover higher accounting tasks including drafting financial statements, managing budgets and evaluating financial performance, as well as optional specialist units.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Whether you want to work for big business, be the next Richard Branson or be in charge of your own business, knowledge of financial management is essential. This A-Level Accounting course equips you with the knowledge and skills to be able to assess the performance of all types of business organisations.
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
You will explore the principals of graphic design, learn how it has evolved, and discover what the future holds for one of the fastest growing careers in the world. Learn specific skills in the use of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign for the purpose of graphic design on Apple Mac computers.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course is intended for anyone who would like to develop a career working with animals. Highly qualified and experienced veterinary, technical and teaching staff support students to acheive this qualification.
It is based around our Animal Recue Centre which has full veterinarian facilities and will allow you to learn what is needed to work with animals. The rescue centre looks after wildlife, exotic species and cats all of which need care to be released or rehomed. Your studies will not only benefit you but the animals within the centre and beyond.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course is intended for anyone who would like to develop a career working with animals. Highly qualified and experienced veterinary, technical and teaching staff support students to acheive this qualification.
It is based around our Animal Recue Centre which has full veterinarian facilities and will allow you to learn what is needed to work with animals. The rescue centre looks after wildlife, exotic species and cats all of which need care to be released or rehomed. Your studies will not only benefit you but the animals within the centre and beyond.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
The HNC/HND Animal Management will develop students as independent, professional individuals able to fulfil the needs of employers in the Animal Management industry. The course focuses on the behaviour & welfare of animals from across the industry & aims to widen access to Higher Education & employment for successful students.
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
This course will introduce you to a broad range of creative techniques and processes. You will have the opportunity to learn skills within drawing, printmaking, photography, textiles, sculpture and digital media. You will be encouraged to use the skills you learnt to produce creative and exciting artwork for projects set throughout the course.
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
This is a creative two-year course that allows you to discover a wide range of visual arts media. The course develops your creativity, developing your idea generation skills along with practical and technical workshops. Throughout the course we also deliver a core programme involving drawing, contextual studies and personal professional development.
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
This pre-degree course prepares you to apply with confidence for a place on any Art and Design BA (Hons) degree course. This is an intensive, creative course that promotes and stimulates inventive and experimental analysis of the arts. Our goal is to provide the creative ground work on which you can base the rest of your professional life.
Your experience will be rich, diverse and challenging. Learners develop knowledge, understanding and skills required by the sector, including essential employability skills, and apply them in real work contexts. Students will regularly work with outside businesses on live projects and exhibit in external venues.
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
This post A-level Photography course is designed to help students unlock their potential for creative photography. This course is recognised by universities and art colleges as providing an excellent preparation for study at degree level and will also provide you with the skills needed to progress directly into employment.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This qualification is for people that are currently undertaking or wish to undertake assessment of a learner's competence in a work environment.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course will appeal to those who are serious about a career within the patisserie or bakery sector. You will learn relevant skills and bakery methodology and will develop practical skills in bread and confectionery. You will get a thorough training in a broad range of bakery products ranging from chocolate work, special interest areas such as celebration cakes and artisan bread. There are opportunities for research into further specialist production, which will boost your confidence and improve your employment prospects.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course will appeal to those who are serious about a career within the patisserie or bakery sector. The course will comprise of mainly practical aspects in both the bakery and patisserie kitchen with some theory. Work experience, directed study and on-line learning will also be given.
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
Dave Willis takes you behind the scenes on a range of Countryfile shoots, exploring traditional crafts, meeting inspiring people and visiting wild locations.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Taking a more in-depth look at replacing, configuring and setting up your drivetrain. This course is ideal if you need to overhaul your gears or are upgrading to new equipment.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Biology can be described as the science of life. It includes the study of living organisms including Humans, Animals and Plants. It is a broad subject, covering a wide variety of topics, ranging from understanding sub-atomic particles such as electrons, through to ecology and conservation biology. There is something of interest to everyone with many links between topics and different subjects.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This is a practical course designed for anyone who is interested in medical science. You will learn about a variety of science and medical techniques, including physiology, microbiology, genetics and other areas of science related to medicine.
The course provides good preparation for anyone wanting to progress to careers in professions such as radiography, pharmacy, healthcare science and the pharmaceutical industries.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
AAT is the UK's leading qualification and professional body for accounting and finance staff. The Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping is a short qualification that is suitable for those who work as a bookkeeper and wish to have a qualification to recognise those skills, or for those who wish to conduct bookkeeping services.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
As part of an academic collaborative partnership with The University of Cumbria, this new Foundation Degree provides an opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of British wildlife rescue, rehabilitation and conservation management, based in our unique Animal Rescue Centre.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course will develop your skills in communication, presentation, numeracy, team working, organisation and meeting deadlines. The team of tutors are specialists in their area and have industry experience. They organise a variety of trips for students, for example, a trip to London to visit the Bank of England, Houses of Parliament and The Supreme Court. Throughout the year there are guest speakers, workshops and in house competitions.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course can lead to career opportunities in a variety of business related fields or degree level programmes such as the Foundation Degree in Business, or professional qualifications such as those offered by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD), the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) or the Chartered Institute of Marketing.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
A-Level Business will demonstrate the interrelated nature of Business using different business models, theories and techniques to support analysis of the modern business environment, issues and situations that impact on business.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
You'll explore the basics of marketing, economics and finance, as well more specialist areas like business law and management reporting. BTEC Higher Nationals are designed to provide a specialist vocational programme, linked to professional body requirements and National Occupational Standards where appropriate.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
The Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry and Bench Joinery has been designed to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding of learners, enabling them to work within their chosen craft. You will be given a choice of which career route you wish to take on induction (Bench or Site). Skills gained on the course can be transferable to other trade areas include: measuring and application of number, problem solving skills and communicating with different people within a working environment.
The Construction department regularly competes in the construction skills competition with some very promising wins and most recently a national finalist. The facilities are state of the art and the teaching staffs have a combined knowledge of nearly 50 years in the local area ranging from site and bench joinery to boat building!
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course will offer you an excellent foundation in carpentry and joinery and the building industry and will give you the necessary skills and knowledge to progress on to the Level 2 carpentry and joinery course. Skills gained on the course can be transferable to other trade areas include: measuring and application of number, problem solving skills and communicating with different people within a working environment. The Construction department regularly competes in the construction skills competition with some very promising wins and most recently a national finalist. The facilities are state of the art and the teaching staffs have a combined knowledge of nearly 50 years in the local area ranging from site and bench joinery to boat building!
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
The Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry and Bench Joinery has been designed to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding of learners, enabling them to work within their chosen craft. You will be given a choice of which career route you wish to take on induction (Bench or Site). Skills gained on the course can be transferable to other trade areas include: measuring and application of number, problem solving skills and communicating with different people within a working environment.
The Construction department regularly competes in the construction skills competition with some very promising wins and most recently a national finalist. The facilities are state of the art and the teaching staffs have a combined knowledge of nearly 50 years in the local area ranging from site and bench joinery to boat building!
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Chemists investigate the properties and reactions of different substances so they can create new substances. Chemistry is the creation of new things. The course covers inorganic, organic and physical chemistry in order to give students. The subject knowledge develops on existing concepts from KS4 and brings a breadth of knowledge across the subject to give an excellent grounding in chemistry.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course is intended for anyone who wants to work in the field of children's play, learning and development. The qualification is a licence to practice in the early year's sector, you will be able to progress into roles such as early year's practitioners, nursery nurses and childminders.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
The course provides an excellent and well-established route to progress to professional training such as primary teaching, paediatric nursing and early years studies. You can use this qualification to progress to a wide range of degree programmes, for example, psychology, sociology, social work, criminology or educational studies.
The programme includes professional practice over two years to include the full age range of children's settings. You will spend two days in placement and three days in college each week. This programme is particularly useful if you want to work as a teaching assistant or to study for a teaching degree.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course is intended for anyone who wants to work in the field of children's care, learning and development. You can use the qualification to gain employment as a nursery assistant, creche worker, special needs assistant or other jobs which involve caring for children.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
The BA (Hons) Children, Schools and Families allows you to 'top-up' your Foundation Degree (Level 5) to a full BA Hons Degree (Level 6). The course looks at children in a broad context and prepares you for a professional career within the children and young people's workforce.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
The Foundation Degree in Children, Young People and their Services offers an exciting pathway for developing a career with children and young people, including primary teaching and social work. The programme focuses on working with children from 0-18 years, in both education and social care settings.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
The Foundation Degree in Children, Young People and their Services offers an exciting pathway for developing a career with children and young people, including primary teaching and social work. The programme focuses on working with children from 0-18 years, in both education and social care settings.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This pathway provides the suitable level of occupational competence to meet regulatory and registration requirements for the sector.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Software, in all its designs and forms, makes its mark on every aspect of our lives - using the Internet; controlling our gadgets; playing the latest video games; special effects in TV shows and films. All of these programs and applications have been designed and created by qualified and experienced software developers, and there is continuing growth in the market for such people. The software industry produces over GBP160 billion for the UK economy and is the fastest growing sector right now.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
The BTEC National Certificate in Construction has 12 units (6 per year). This is a generic course to teach you many aspects of construction from design technology, building surveying, construction management, maths, health and safety, planning and organisation, valuation etc. You MUST be employed (self-employed if proof of regular work can be produced).
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
The course gives a practical introduction to the software and skills needed to build, and market a personal or business website. All you need is an idea for a website, blog or an addition to an existing website, and some basic computer and internet skills. New material each week will allow you to develop your ideas as the course progresses. This course will be useful for those employed in marketing, or those intending to support a business, community group or a school (for example) with online content.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
In the UK, the gaming industry is worth over GBP5 billion to the economy, with more than 2000 firms, of all sizes, designing and developing games. In the past two years, more than 10000 new video games were released, and every single one of them had at least one designer - this job involves creating the looks, the rules and background story, and the critical structures to the game. As newer technologies are developed, more designers are needed to use these tools in bringing creativity to life on screen.
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
This course will explore starting points and finding inspiration as part of your journey towards making your writing lively and engaging.
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
Dave Willis guides you through the rich and varied landscapes, seascapes, towns and villages that make up our county and discusses his approach to travel and tourism photography.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
The Level 2 course prepares the student for a career in professional cycle mechanics. It is also great for keen home mechanics, ride leaders and coaches. The course covers every aspect of the bicycle and goes into much more depth with compatibility, repair and problem-solving.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This is a FREE course, and you will gain a Level 1 Award in Cycle Mechanics (Maintaining your e-bike).
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This is a FREE course and you will gain a Level 1 Award in Cycle Mechanics (Maintaining your Road Bike).
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Digital Technology is a critical part of everyday life, and all of it is now part of a global network of computer systems. Designing, building, and maintaining these networks requires specially trained, skilled technicians and engineers. Users of these networks expect them to be safe and that their data is secure and the area of cybersecurity requires additional support.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course is a mandatory requirement for all operatives working in the plumbing and gas industry who are carrying out the installation of unvented cylinders. We offer a first-class and bespoke training to industry in one of the best locations and environments in the country.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course is a mandatory requirement for all operatives working in the plumbing and gas industry who are carrying out the installation of unvented cylinders. We offer a first-class and bespoke training to industry in one of the best locations and environments in the country.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course is a mandatory requirement for all operatives working in the plumbing and gas industry who are carrying out the installation of unvented cylinders. We offer a first-class and bespoke training to industry in one of the best locations and environments in the country.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
A-Level Economics will give you the opportunity to examine a range of topics such as economic performance, market failure, income distribution and understanding the UK and global economy.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
The course is a competence based qualification, based on The Education and Training Foundation Professional Standards and is a job ready qualification which requires learners to demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to work in a teaching environment.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Professional engineers are at the forefront of developing new ideas in an ever changing world and are highly valued within industry. They form the backbone of research and development in their respective fields, as well as being inspiring leaders of teams and projects.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course will give you the skills and knowledge to solve practical problems of an electrical nature. Electrical installation is an interesting and popular career, with skilled tradesman in high demand. Our tutors are highly qualified with relevant industry and teaching experience. The facilities and equipment are representative of what is used in domestic, commercial and industrial settings.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course will give you the skills and knowledge to solve practical problems of an electrical nature in addition students will gain team work, communication, dexterity and time management skills and gain an awareness of health and safety regulations. Electrical installation is an interesting and popular career, with skilled tradesman in high demand.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
The QualSafe Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work may be more suitable for lower-risk work environments, such as offices and shops and/or organisations with fewer than 100 employees.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Do you enjoy maths and science? Do you look at technology, machines, and structures, and wonder how they work? Do you want a career where your thinking and problem solving skills are put to use?
Our Level 3 Engineering Science course concentrates on the fundamental rules, structures, and scientific theory behind modern engineering - mechanics, circuits, thermodynamics, and materials. Modern engineering requires good computer skills, so our course covers this too.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Do you enjoy looking at machines, structures, technology, gadgets, and wonder how they are made? Did you enjoy making things at school? Do you want to a job where your practical skills are put to use?
Our Level 2 Engineering Technology course focuses on engineering workshop techniques and procedures - using lathes, mills, drills, and hand fitting, for example. Modern engineering requires good computer skills, so our course covers this too.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Do you enjoy looking at machines, structures, technology, gadgets, and wonder how they are made? Did you enjoy making things at school? Do you want to a job where your practical skills are put to use?
Our Level 3 Engineering Technology course focuses on engineering workshop techniques and procedures - using lathes, mills, drills, and hand fitting, for example. Modern engineering requires good computer skills, so our course covers this too.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
All students are able to undertake Functional Skills at a level appropriate to them. Levels available are Entry 2, 3, Level 1, Level 2.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
All students are able to undertake Functional Skills at a level appropriate to them. Levels available are Entry 2, 3, Level 1, Level 2.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
All students are able to undertake Functional Skills at a level appropriate to them. Levels available are Entry 2, 3, Level 1, Level 2.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
All students are able to undertake Functional Skills at a level appropriate to them. Levels available are Entry 2, 3, Level 1, Level 2.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Studying A-Level English Language allows you to become a skilled communicator and opens the door to a range of diverse careers. By studying a range of texts and theory you will learn about the link between language and social factors such as gender, age and occupation and language and power in society.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
A-Level English Language explores the study of English Language both as a medium of communication and as a topic in its own right, with an emphasis on the opportunity for students to pursue lines of enquiry, analyse texts produced by others and debate different views.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course runs part time, over 32 weeks (one academic year). You will follow the new specification GCSE English Language (9-1). It is an ideal choice for learners who wish to explore a range of language topics with an element of literature, develop a range of skills and expand their English Language knowledge base, all in one qualification.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This is an ideal choice for anyone who loves reading and books. You will study an exciting variety of texts, writers and genres from different historical periods ranging from iconic Shakespearean dramas to novels written in the past ten years.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
English Literature offers students the opportunity to critically discuss and analyse some of the most important literary works throughout history. The course provides scope to investigate the way literature has been shaped by elements of theory, context and criticism, including Feminism, Marxism and Post-colonialism.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
Studying Environmental Science will give you a clear understanding of how closely our human systems are linked with Earth's natural cycles. You will use this knowledge to come up with ways of developing sustainable lifestyles that are in harmony with the natural world. If we want to live happily on the Earth, we need to change the way we do things!
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course will introduce you to working with children, allowing you to gain basic knowledge and understanding of key areas such as physical and emotional needs, safety, reading and rhymes for children, creative play, healthy eating, and learning through practical workplace experience.
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
This course is designed to provide a body of knowledge working with machine stitch, pattern cutting and embellishment, enabling you to translate design drawings and patterns into accomplished items of clothing.
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
The film production course is ideal for those who wish to gain experience of visual media, create content for businesses or organisations, or those who would like to explore their creative ideas more effectively by better understanding the creative cycle.
Campus: Arts & Media Campus (AMC)
You will be treated as a filmmaker from day one, and will make a variety of films that will challenge you to discover a voice of your own. This course is intense, fun and practical, teaching you the fundamental processes used in all film production. In combination with a basic understanding of film analysis, you will work on a variety of group productions to develop skills in generating and planning ideas, recording audio and video, completing editing and post-production, and engaging in critical self-analysis. By the end of the course, you will have the knowledge you need to push your filmmaking forward.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
This course typically runs across two full days (2 x 6-hour sessions) and leads to the HSE approved First Aid at Work certificate, which is valid for 3 years.
Campus: Milnthorpe Road Campus (MRC)
There are over seven million participants in the fitness industry; therefore there is a clear need for every employee to be knowledgeable and competent in the health and fitness industry. The opportunities in the Active Leisure industry are very broad and this course is primarily designed for those working as or wanting to work as fitness instructors.
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Our full-time courses offer a mixture of academic & practical learning, great if you have a general career area in mind, and many Level 3 courses are equivalent to 3 A-Levels!
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Production, Theatre & Events
Production, Theatre & Events programmes at Kendal College enable students to enter the ‘live events industry’ which presents fantastic and numerous employment opportunities; the chance to travel the World; to be at the forefront of a creative Industry responsible for iconic events such as the opening of the London Olympic Games, Glastonbury and West End Shows and to support the many local organisations that need the specific skills set of a Production specialist.
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Apprenticeships in teaching, learning and assessment are suitable for a full range of new, and current, employees working in classroom roles in the education industry to support students, parents and colleagues to ensure pupils fulfil their potential.
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Part-time and full-time government-funded courses may be free depending on your circumstances.
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Team Leading & Management
Leadership & Management apprenticeships at Kendal College provide learners with the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to lead people and projects effectively, and manage workloads and resources.
Sport & Outdoor Adventure
Sport & Outdoor Adventure is a hugely diverse industry with employers working across a variety of disciplines, venues, weather conditions and client groups. Our apprenticeship programmes support learners to gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to deliver rewarding outdoor experiences to participants.
Sciences
Science is linked to a wide range of apprenticeships, across a variety of industries, such as healthcare and manufacturing.
Motor Vehicle
Our live industry-standard workshop provides learners on our Motor Vehicle apprenticeships with the training they need to work effectively in the sector, typical topics include; servicing, the replacement and repair of engines, chassis, electrical and transmission components, and health, safety and workshop maintenance.
Hospitality
At Kendal College, Hospitality is one of our core offerings, our extensive industry standard production and pastry kitchens, public restaurant and industry-leading lecturers have led to us becoming renowned locally, regionally and nationally for the quality of our teaching.
Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy & Complementary Therapies
Apprenticeships in Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy & Complementary Therapies are a respected way for new and current industry employees to gain and develop the practical skills and theoretical knowledge they need to work in the industry.
Customer Service
Apprenticeships in customer service are a great way for learners new, and currently working in, front facing roles to gain and develop the skills they need to provide a high-quality service to customers.
A-Level Applications
You can study A-Levels in 2 different ways at Kendal College - a full-time cluster, where you study 3 or 4 A-Levels as a package, or you can also study 1 or 2 A-Levels as part-time subjects.
Construction & the Built Environment
At Kendal College, we offer apprenticeships in construction and building services, including Plumbing & Heating, Gas Engineering, Carpentry & Joinery, Electrical Installation and Property Maintenance.
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At Kendal College, we offer apprenticeship across a full spectrum of engineering activities, including, electrical, mechanical and maintenance, our range of programmes are suitable for those working at all levels from school leavers to time-served members of the workforce enhancing their skills or taking the next step in their careers.
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Apprenticeships in accountancy provide opportunities for employees to gain and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to excel in the workplace.
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Business & Accounting
Do you have what it takes to be the next Elon Musk, Mary Barra or Gabe Newell? Business is big in the UK with around 5.7m private sector businesses producing a turnover of £1.9 trillion each year. As James Dyson said: “Business is constantly changing, constantly evolving.”
Performing Arts
The Performing Arts department at Kendal College is widely respected throughout the country, with a strong record of propelling talented creative students into performance and creative careers. We make no excuse for having some of the highest success rates in the country and students who follow their dreams.
Music
Kendal College Music Department provides the ideal balance of music performance and technology. A modern working musician needs a unique set of skills to support their creative outlets.
Motor Vehicle Maintenance
The Motor Vehicle Department of Kendal College offers a dedicated workshop, boasting industry-standard equipment, tools, and diagnostic systems. The three members of staff who run the department have over 50 years of combined industry experience, working for a variety of manufacturers, franchised dealers, and independent operators.
Hospitality & Catering
"Kendal College, home to one of the most influential cooking courses in the country" - Jay Rayner
Film Production & Photography
“If it can be written or thought, it can be filmed.” - Stanley Kubrick
Engineering
The Engineering department of Kendal College offers a dedicated workshop, boasting industry-standard centre lathes, CNC systems, and 3D printers, and a range of computer facilities with the latest 2D/3D CAD software. The nine members of staff who run the department have over 140 years of combined industry experience, working in sectors such as military engineering, motorsports, nuclear energy, hydroelectric, manufacturing, and acoustics.
English & Maths
Helping everyone to live, learn and work successfully.
Construction
“It is good for the soul to create with our hands”, and this is probably why some trade workers, including those working in construction, plumbing and electricity, are some of the happiest in the UK according to a new survey.
Computing
The Computing department of Kendal College offers dedicated rooms to digital design and software development, containing dual monitor, professionally specified workstations. The three members of staff who teach on the course have over 60 years of combined industry experience, working in sectors such as telecommunications, networking, hardware consultancy, games design, and graphics products and software.
Childhood Studies
Childcare and education is one of the most exciting and rewarding sectors and one that needs top quality staff at all levels and offers plenty of career choice, working with children of all ages and within various settings.
Art & Design
The Arts & Media campus at Kendal College is widely respected and has an excellent record of producing talented and successful creative students.
Teacher Education
Teaching is a very rewarding career, with very high levels of job satisfaction, excellent benefits and good levels of pay.
Applied Sciences
The UK is widely recognised as one of the world leaders in science in sectors like bioscience and pharmaceuticals, so opportunities are plentiful for students interested in pursuing a career in the Applied Sciences.
How to Apply
If you are unsure about which course to choose, have a look at our Careers Advice page or please contact us if you have any questions!
The Restaurant
Kendal College Restaurant is available for luncheons, dinners and private functions as well as conferences meetings and events.
Term Dates
Learning Services
If you have a disability, learning difficulty or need additional support, we have a dedicated team who will work with you to help you achieve your full potential during your time at College.
Apprenticeships
Governance
Kendal College is run by a Board of Governors who take strategic decisions that will shape the college of the future.
Policies & Procedures
The College operates a wide range of policies documenting our internal processes and procedures.
Course Guides
All of our guides are available to download or view online.
Jobs at the College
Animal Care
With 54 million pets in the UK, we’re a nation of animal lovers.
Access to HE
It’s never too late! Our courses are specifically designed for adults aged 19 and over returning to study, either after a break or as part of a career change. They offer a proven and successful route on to university study.
Sport & Outdoor Adventure
Fitness is a growing industry in the UK, and more than 400,000 people work in sport and the outdoors industry. And where better to learn your trade than in the stunning natural adventure playground of the Lake District. This is a job we would all look forward to getting up in the morning for!
A-Levels
Here at Kendal College, we have a culture of high expectations, creating an environment in which A-Level learners can thrive.
Childcare
Apprenticeships in childcare provide learners with the opportunity to gain and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours they need to ensure the welfare and development of children no matter their circumstances.
Meet the Team
The Lakes Hotel School at Kendal College has launched the career of hundreds of Hospitality & Catering professionals since its creation in 2004, with many of them going on to work in some of the finest hotels and restaurants both nationally and internationally.
Business Administration
Business Administration is a hugely diverse industry, with employers from across all sectors relying on office and administration staff to keep their businesses running, our apprenticeships are suitable for school leavers joining the workforce as well as current employees looking to upskill and gain qualifications.
Animal Care
Roles in animal care are varied, with employees working to ensure the health, welfare and well-being of animals large and small in a variety of settings, so the importance of high-quality training can’t be underestimated.
Apprenticeship Vacancies
Key Features
The Box is situated on Kendal College’s Arts & Media campus, next to Kendal Train Station.
Work Placements
Kendal College includes work experience placements as part of our study programmes.
Business Training
Kendal College is situated in Kendal on the edge of the Lake District National Park and is the leading training provider in the South Lakes & Yorkshire Dales.
Massage & Holistic Services
Our salons are also teaching environments, and we cannot guarantee that all treatments are available at all times.
Becky Swallow | Photography Alumni
