Preston’s College Online Application

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What age are you?*
- Aged 15-18
- 19+ Adult
Are you currently in Year 11?*
- Yes
- No
Please specify your first choice programme of study:*
- Vocational (NVQ, BTEC, Access to HE)
- Higher Education (University Level)
- Apprenticeships
Please specify your first choice programme of study:*
- Vocational (BTEC, NVQ, TechBac etc)
- Apprenticeships
Please specify your first choice programme of study:*
- Vocational (BTEC, NVQ, TechBac etc)
- Apprenticeships
- Higher Education (University Level)
Please select your first choice course:*
Would you like to select a second choice course to apply for?*
- Yes
- No
Please select your second choice course:
If you do not want to state a second choice course, please skip this question.

Your dance qualifications*

Awarding Body	Genre	Grade

Use the + button to add extra qualifications. Please include grades for Ballet, Tap, Modern and Drama where possible.

Present Dance School Name*
Please upload a full length photograph in practice wear*
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf.
PLEASE NOTE: If invited to audition, you will need to provide a doctor's note to state that you are physically able to do this course.
The information you provide will help create a skills profile that will be sent to prospective employers. The more effort you put into your application – the greater chance you have of being selected for interview!

Once your application form is submitted you will be assigned a dedicated adviser to support you with finding an employer.

To help you with your application form we have created some Guidance Notes [Download]. If you need further support then please call The Job Zone on 01772 225222.
Apprenticeship Sector*
Accounting
Automotive Technologies
Business Services
Catering & Hospitality
Childcare & Early Years
Computing & IT
Construction & Built Environment
Engineering
Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy
Health & Social Care
Plumbing & Gas Services
Science
Can't find what you're looking for? Please state your Apprenticeship of interest:*
Would you like to also apply for a full-time further education course?*
- Yes
- No
Please select your course choice :
If you do not want to select a Further Education course, please skip this question.
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Vocational Course Choice*
Accounting*
Art & Design*
Assessing*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
Automotive Technologies*
Beauty Therapies*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
Business*
Catering & Hospitality*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
Childcare & Early Years*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
Construction*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
Counselling*
Having selected a Counselling course at Level 3 or above you will be required to answer some additional questions in Section 3 of this application.
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
Engineering*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
English*
ESOL*
Fitness*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
Hairdressing*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
Health & Social Care*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
Health & Safety*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
IT*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must book / enquire via the College's training service provider ROI Solutions.
Book & Enquire
Leadership & Management*
Maths*
Science*
Teacher Training*
Visual & Performing Arts*
Short Courses*
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

Instead, you must complete a course enquiry.

An advisor will then be in touch to guide you through the next steps.
Course Enquiry
You are not required to complete an application form for ESOL courses.

Please refer to our ESOL webpage for dates of upcoming assessment events which you are invited to attend.

In the meantime, if you have any questions please contact our advice centre on 01772 22 55 22.
ESOL Assessment Dates
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

In order to understand which level of programme is most suitable for you, you are required to undertake an initial assessment.

You can book a date and time, convenient for yourself, on the link below.
Assessment Booking Form
If you can't find the right course for you, please drop us an enquiry via the link below.
Enquire Now
You are not required to complete an application form for this course.

In order to understand which level of programme is most suitable for you, you are required to undertake an initial assessment.

You can book a date and time, convenient for yourself, on the link below.
Assessment Booking Form

Your dance qualifications*

Awarding Body	Genre	Grade

Use the + button to add extra qualifications. Please include grades for Ballet, Tap, Modern and Drama where possible.

Present Dance School Name
Please upload a full length photograph in practice wear*
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf.
PLEASE NOTE: If invited to audition, you will need to provide a doctor's note to state that you are physically able to do this course.
Please select your study preference:*
- Full-time
- Part-time
Please select your course:*
Please select your course:*
Can't find what you're looking for? Please state your course of interest:*
To apply for this course you need to complete a UCAS application. You’ll need the following information to process your application:
- Institution Code: C30
- Course Code: W500
- Campus Code: P
Apply through UCAS here

Name*
First Last
Date of Birth*
Gender*
- Male
- Female
Address*
Street Address City ZIP / Postal Code
Contact Number*
Email*
Have you been a resident in the UK for the last three years?*
- Yes
- No
If no, please tell us where you lived*
Do you have a learning difficulty, disability or medical condition that affects your learning?*
- Yes
- No
Please specify*
Have you ever been in foster care, care of local authority or supported by the Leaving Care Team?*
- Yes
- No
Name*
First Last
Date of Birth*
Gender*
- Male
- Female
Address*
Street Address City ZIP / Postal Code
Contact Number*
Email*
Have you been a resident in the UK for the last three years?*
- Yes
- No
If no, please tell us where you lived*
Do you have a learning difficulty, disability or medical condition that affects your learning?*
- Yes
- No
Please specify*
Is English your first language?*
- Yes
- No
If no, please specify

Educational Background

Please state details of your previous education (most recent first) and include details of any examinations which you taken, or are currently undertaking. Please use the + button to add extra rows.

Course/Qualification	Grade

Employment History

Please state details of your current / previous employment (most recent first) details. Please use the + button to add extra rows.

Nature of Employment	Name & Address of Employer	Date

Relevant Counselling Training

Please state details of your counselling specific qualifications (most recent first). Please use the + button to add extra rows.

Institution	Level	Qualification	Hours of Tuition

Please give details of any experience using counselling skills and explain its reference to your application. If you wish to disclose any counselling which you may have received, please do so below.
Please give evidence of your understanding of your own prejudices and of your commitment to anti-discriminatory practice.
Please explain your reasons for applying for this person-centred course at this stage of your personal and professional development.
Reference 1
Name Position Address Mobile Email
Reference 2
Name Position Address Mobile Email
Please upload a copy or photographs of any qualifications that have been stated as achieved above.
Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, doc, docx.
Which School do/did you attend?*
Please tell us which school you attended...*

We need to look at your estimated / actual GCSE grades. Please ensure you include grades for English Language, Maths and your next best five subjects. Use the '+' icon to add extra rows.

Subject (e.g. GCSE Maths)	Estimated Grades	Actual Grade

If you have a personal statement, please upload this here to support your application.
This field is not mandatory and will not affect your application if you do not have one.
Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, doc, docm, docx, wps, htm, html, txt.

Work History

Please also give details of any paid or voluntary work experience you may have.

Position	Company	Duties	From/To (e.g. Aug 14 - Jan 16)

Have you already been offered an Apprenticeship or been promised an Apprenticeship with an Employer?*
- Yes
- No
Guidance Notes

The information you provide below will help create a skills profile that will be sent to prospective employers.

The more effort you put into your application – the greater chance you have of being selected for interview!

Once your application form is submitted you will be assigned a dedicated adviser to support you with finding an employer.

After applying, you will be contacted to undertake a pre-screening interview and online assessments to determine your suitability for an Apprenticeship.

To help you with your application form we have created some Guidance Notes [Download]. If you need further support then please call the JobZone on 01772 225222.
Profile: About You*
Your personal profile is a mini-advert for you! Please summarise your personal qualities, attributes and achievements together with any experience you have.
Why do you want to work in this sector / industry?*
Your personal profile is a mini-advert for you! Please summarise your personal qualities, attributes and achievements together with any experience you have.
What FIVE skills do you feel are relevant to this role and why?*
This section allows you to demonstrate to the employer that you understand what’s required in the role and why. We want to know why you think the skills you have listed are important to that specific job.
If you have no formal qualifications please tick this box
- No formal qualifications
Name of Employer*
Contact Name*
Contact Number*
If you have any relevant work experience, paid or voluntary, which is relevant to your chosen course, please provide information below to support your application.
Alternatively, if you have a CV please upload this here:
Drop files here or

Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, odt, ppt, txt, pages.
I confirm that I have a minimum or 50 hours of teaching in my specialist subject and I can provide evidence of this:
- Yes
- No
These hours are:
- Paid
- Unpaid
Is your place of delivery within 20 miles of Preston's College?
- Yes
- No
Supporting Information
Please provide any supporting information you feel would support your application. This is an opportunity to tell us about your interest in this subject and any relevant experience you may have.
Supporting Information
Please complete a supporting statement in the box below explaining why you want to embark on this Higher Education programme. This section is particularly relevant if you do not have any traditional qualifications as it provides an opportunity to detail your circumstances or experiences upon which your application is based.
File
Alternatively you can upload a personal statement here:
Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, odt, ppt, txt, pages.
Have you achieved any other qualifications (other than GCSEs) that you think would be relevant to your application?

What is your current situation?*
How did you hear about us?
What is your ethnicity?
Some courses require DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) clearance. Do you have any criminal convictions that might prevent you from working with children and/or vulnerable adults?*
- Yes
- No
We have a legal duty to safeguard all our learners and provide a safe and secure learning environment. In order to do this we need to be aware of any potential risk so that it can be assessed and managed appropriately. Are you, or have you been, supervised by the Youth Offending Team, Police or Probation Service in the past 3 years.*
- Yes
- No
Let's Keep in Touch
Aside from your application, from time to time we would like to send you marketing information about our courses, offers, products and services. If you agree to be contact in this way, please select your preferences below:
- Email
- SMS
- Phone
- Post
Privacy Notice - How we use your information.

The personal information you provide is held by Preston College and is stored on the College’s computerised record system for the current academic year and a further academic year, in line with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

Where necessary it is also shared with the Department for Education, including Education and Skills Funding Agency, to meet statutory responsibilities, included under the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009.

If you require any further information about how your data will be used, please contact the Data Protection Officer by email.

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