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College Gives a Right Royal Welcome to Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwell

the college, with one of the college's young Anglian Water construction apprentices. The group discussed the college's apprenticeship provision with Prince Charles and presented him with a college information package, collated especially for his visit....

Unsung Heroes Recognised for Outstanding Commitment to the College at Staff Awards

team of the year award, the cleaning team, Wisbech campus.[/caption] New Employee of the Year Winner – Andy Burnham – Apprenticeship Advisor, WBL Apprenticeships Runner Up – Madara Degtere – Learning Resource Specialist, Technology Enhanced Learning...

Inspiring Higher Education Experiences Encourage Students to Aim for the Top

student finance advice and information session in the evening. At the event there were representatives from the college apprenticeship team, University Centre West Anglia and 10 other universities including UEA, Anglia Ruskin, University of Lincoln,...

College Wins 3 Golds to Become Carter Cup Winners 2019

employers.” Sam Ridgwell, who secured gold in the electrical category of the competition and is currently completing an apprenticeship at CWA while working for Complete Electrical Solutions Ltd said: “I have worked extremely hard to build up my...

What Businesses Need to Know About Extended Work Placement Policy and Introduction of New T Level Qualifications

course. This will be completed over a few days a week, rather than all in one go. EWPs will have a similar set-up to an apprenticeship, but students are not paid for their time. Why Extended Work Placements? Work experience brings many benefits to...

How to become a qualified teacher

for you, including the standard loans and grants offered for Higher Education study. Your employer may offer you an apprenticeship or this may be a possibility of you are employed by the College of West Anglia in a substantive teaching role and meet...

Funding Announced for New School of Nursing

developed at the college campus. The college will deliver the Level 5 (foundation degree equivalent) Associate Nursing Apprenticeship to support the future workforce needs of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Only locations identified for Town Deals have...

Health & Adult Nursing - T Level - Level 3

between moving into a skilled occupation or further study in nursing and health, for example, a higher or degree level apprenticeship, or higher-level technical study, including higher education. Industry placement A big part of your study will be to...

Health & Adult Nursing - T Level - Level 3

between moving into a skilled occupation or further study in nursing and health, for example, a higher or degree level apprenticeship, or higher-level technical study, including higher education. Industry placement A big part of your study will be to...

Building Works Set to Begin on New School of Nursing Studies at CWA

due to recruit its first cohort of 20 students directly from the QEH workforce onto the new Level 5 Nursing Associate Apprenticeship in January 2022. To strengthen its development and support its registration as a training provider with the Nursing and...

CWA STUDENTS SHINE A SPOTLIGHT ON MENTAL HEALTH

and to others and recognise the impact this can have on our wellbeing.” Charlie Congreve is currently completing an Apprenticeship Standard in Surveying Technician L3, while holding the position of student peer mentor. He said: “You don’t have to...

Bright Futures Ahead for High School Students at the College of West Anglia

Hair and beauty student, Demi Eagle (15) said: “I’ve really enjoyed the course. I’m going on to study a hairdressing apprenticeship at CWA in September.” Demi Eagle Olivia Pulsford-Harris (16) plans on studying on a full-time hairdressing course at CWA...

CWA Students Celebrate A-Level Success

in History (A*), Sociology (A), Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) (A) and Law (Merit). He is due to begin a law apprenticeship with Fraser Dawbarns Solicitors this year. George Davis From L to R: CWA Principal David Pomfret, Luke Ansell (18), Alfie...

Construction Begins on New School of Nursing Studies at CWA

due to recruit its first cohort of 14 students directly from the QEH workforce onto the new Level 5 Nursing Associate Apprenticeship in early 2022. To strengthen its development and support its registration as a training provider with the Nursing and...

Employers Come Out in Force to Inspire Next Generation of Armed and Public Services

Education, University of East Anglia, Anglia Ruskin University, University of Lincoln, Nottingham Trent and the CWA Apprenticeship team. One student said: “It was a real eye opener as to what is available out there, I have seen every employer and I am...

Construction Phase of School of Nursing Studies Building at CWA Complete

and Peterborough) at ARU, said: "We are looking forward to welcoming QEH students onto the Nursing Associate apprenticeship at our Peterborough campus in January, and continuing to work with CWA to prepare for NMC approval to deliver the course there."

GCSE Maths - Part-Time

GCSE grade 4 or above in English and/or Maths automatically continue to study those alongside their full-time course or apprenticeship - this is a government requirement. Only 16-18 year-olds who are employed, self-employed or volunteering for 20 or...

GCSE Maths - Part-Time

GCSE grade 4 or above in English and/or Maths automatically continue to study those alongside their full-time course or apprenticeship - this is a government requirement. Only 16-18 year-olds who are employed, self-employed or volunteering for 20 or...

Maths - Functional Skills - Level 1 & 2 - Part-Time

GCSE grade 4 or above in English and/or Maths automatically continue to study those alongside their full-time course or apprenticeship - this is a government requirement. Only 16-18 year-olds who are employed, self-employed or volunteering for 20 or...

Maths - Functional Skills - Level 1 & 2 - Part-Time

GCSE grade 4 or above in English and/or Maths automatically continue to study those alongside their full-time course or apprenticeship - this is a government requirement. Only 16-18 year-olds who are employed, self-employed or volunteering for 20 or...

English - Functional Skills - Level 1 & Level 2 - Part-Time

GCSE grade 4 or above in English and/or Maths automatically continue to study those alongside their full-time course or apprenticeship - this is a government requirement. Only 16-18 year-olds who are employed, self-employed or volunteering for 20 or...

English - Functional Skills - Level 1 & Level 2 - Part-Time

GCSE grade 4 or above in English and/or Maths automatically continue to study those alongside their full-time course or apprenticeship - this is a government requirement. Only 16-18 year-olds who are employed, self-employed or volunteering for 20 or...

Anglia Training Centre

candidates who have some experience in the industry. We offer in-depth courses which cover both practical and theory training at ATC. Upon completion of the training, you can then take your ACS assessments in order to gain Gas Safe qualification. This...

Operation Inspire: armed forces and public services employers inspire CWA students

The University of Leicester, University of Lincoln, University of Worcester, Nottingham Trent University and the CWA Apprenticeship team. Becky Davis said: “Our focus is on giving our learners the opportunity to find out about as many different careers...

Student Career Entitlement at CWA

of employment. Access to information and advice about all progression pathways, including further and higher education, apprenticeships, work-based qualifications and employment. Access to independent and impartial career guidance from a level 4 or...

Support from Employers

recruitment plan. Work placements can help contribute towards the continuing professional development of existing employees, through the planning, supervision, and training of work placement students. Every business recognises the value of a diverse...

College of West Anglia T-Level Students organise successful careers event.

Anglia Ruskin University, University of Leicester, De Montfort University, Athena Care Home, Creative Portal, CWA Apprenticeship Team, Ravensbourne University and Bunning. Guest speakers included Adriana Cleary (HMP Whitemore), Lord Gary Porter (Norse),...

CWA showcases new virtual dissection tables and Laerdal mannequins at the SoNS

supportive environment. At CWA, these new learning resources are being incorporated into the Trainee Nursing Associate Apprenticeship programme being delivered in partnership with Anglia Ruskin University. Other CWA learners are also benefitting from...

Jessica Whiffen - BTEC Ext Diploma in Public Services - Level 3

and orthopaedics. Three years in, I went back to university to further my studies in healthcare and studied a Nursing Apprenticeship receiving my degree in BSc (Hons) Nursing. I am now a fully qualified nurse, working on a colorectal surgery ward at...

Freya McGregor - Animal Management Level 3

always felt supported by staff and had someone to turn to. After completing my vocational course, I went on to take an apprenticeship as a veterinary nurse. I have almost completed my course and will soon be a registered veterinary nurse. At CWA, I have...

Health & Social Care Academy - Level 3

What can I do after this course at CWA? Students can progress on to Higher Education, into employment, or on to an Apprenticeship. Subject areas at Higher Education typically include: Social Work Sociology Criminology Psychology Psychosocial Studies...

Electrical Installation - Practical Skills - Level 2

has been designed to deliver a high level of occupational skills and provide a platform from which to progress into an apprenticeship programme or into employment. This course has a maximum capacity of 40 students and we have already exceeded that...

Charlie Cairns - Travel and Tourism Level 2

Charlie and his crew members are leaving the aircraft at the end of their flight! Charlie will go on to the Jet2 pilot apprenticeship scheme.

College of West Anglia Apprentices win the Kevin Clarke Memorial Award

Installation and Maintenance apprentice at AP Freeman of Bolness Road, Wisbech. Both are currently completing a 3-year apprenticeship at the CWA and have already shown significant promise as electricians of the future. This year’s prize of an...

Year 8 & 9

education? Further education (FE) includes any study after Year 11. You might go to college, sixth form or take an apprenticeship.Higher education (HE) is study after Year 13 at Level 4 or above, and usually takes place at university. Choosing your...

Lorna Gowler - Extended Diploma in Creative Practice Photography Level 3

like to be able to get a job as a tattoo artist, as this is another one of my passions. Ideally, I would like to get an apprenticeship in tattooing and have photography as my hobby.”

Justina Snow - BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies

works for Eastern Multi Academy Trust as an Outdoor Education Instructor and is now studying NCCT Norwich Teaching Apprenticeship, which involves 5 months of on-the-job training.

Sabine Kiukucane - T-Level Management and Administration

have become like one of the team, completing vital work in the office. On completion of this course, I hope to gain an apprenticeship or full-time work at the QEH within an administration role, and to eventually work within human resources.”

CWA Celebrates Colleges Week 2024

for people to gain new skills and revolutionise lifelong learning. In addition, asking the government for an apprenticeship system that works as there has been a rapid decline in the number of young people undertaking apprenticeships since reforms were...

Childcare - Early Years Practitioner - Level 2

you wish to enter employment at assistant level within the childcare sector or progress to a higher level of study or apprenticeship, this course is for you. This course has a maximum capacity of 40 students at King's Lynn campus and 20 at Wisbech...

Early Years and Education - T Level - Level 3

have been designed with leading employers and businesses. They will provide you with the skills to progress to an apprenticeship, university or skilled employment. Course Fees * Some of our courses may have additional costs to cover trips, unform and...

Early Years and Education - T Level - Level 3

have been designed with leading employers and businesses. They will provide you with the skills to progress to an apprenticeship, university or skilled employment. Course Fees * Some of our courses may have additional costs to cover trips, unform and...

Early Years and Education - T Level - Level 3

have been designed with leading employers and businesses. They will provide you with the skills to progress to an apprenticeship, university or skilled employment. Course Fees * Some of our courses may have additional costs to cover trips, unform and...

School of Nursing Studies

College of West Anglia Hosts Technology Career Fair at King’s Lynn Campus

opportunities for students. Companies included Anglian Water, the Royal Navy and MACE met with students, discussing apprenticeship programs, internships, and future careers available through studies at CWA. The event allowed students to engage directly...

Supporting Teaching and Learning - Work-based - CACHE Level 2 Certificate

at CWA: NCFE L3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching & Learning NCFE Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (EYE) (Apprenticeship or qualification options available) Career opportunities: Teaching Assistant Classroom support 1:1 teaching assistant...

Supporting Teaching and Learning - Work-based - CACHE Level 2 Certificate

at CWA: NCFE L3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching & Learning NCFE Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (EYE) (Apprenticeship or qualification options available) Career opportunities: Teaching Assistant Classroom support 1:1 teaching assistant...

Supporting Teaching & Learning - Work-based - CACHE Level 3 Diploma

Opportunities What can I do after this course at CWA? Courses offered at CWA: L4 specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship (coming soon) Career opportunities: Teaching Assistant Classroom support Learning Support Assistant Special Needs Assistant...

Supporting Teaching & Learning - Work-based - CACHE Level 3 Diploma

Opportunities What can I do after this course at CWA? Courses offered at CWA: L4 specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship (coming soon) Career opportunities: Teaching Assistant Classroom support Learning Support Assistant Special Needs Assistant...

Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator) - Level 3 - Work-based

I do after this course at CWA? Courses offered at CWA: TQUK Level 5 Diploma for the Early Years Senior Practitioner (Apprenticeship or qualification options) Career opportunities: Nursery Manager Deputy Nursery Manager Childminder Course Fees Fee...