OPEN DAYS IN MAY AND JUNE

This is an opportunity to discuss options with teaching staff and find out which course is right for you.

Gunnersbury Park 10:00am–1:00pm; Saturday 12 May 2012

Crystal Palace Park 12:00am–4:00pm; Saturday 19 May 2012

Enfield 10:00am–5:00pm; Saturday 16 June 2012

Regent’s Park 10:30–1:00pm; Saturday 30 June 2012

New Introductory Courses at Capel Manor College

Looking for a way to improving your chances to employment?
Keen gardener and want to learn more?
Unemployed and looking for something different?

Introduction to Working in a Garden Centre

Hard Landscaping and Fencing

Who for? Anyone interested in working outdoors – no entry requirements
What do you gain? A nationally recognised ABC Award at Level 1
Click here for details

FACING REDUNDANCY, OR LOOKING TO GET BACK TO WORK?

If you’re feeling unsure of what the future holds, take control of your future by retraining at Capel Manor. Contact our independent careers adviser who may be able to help you get back on track. Contact 08456 122122 or careers@capel.ac.uk

FREE TUITION FOR QUALIFYING ADULTS

We offer a range of courses that lead to employment as a garden designer, florist, landscaper, gardener, tree surgeon, animal carer or countryside warden. Contact Admissions to see if you’re eligible for free tuition to study level 2 or level 3 courses 08456 122122 or enquiries@capel.ac.uk

LOOKING FOR AN ALTERNATIVE TO STAYING ON AT SCHOOL? IT’S YOUR CHOICE…

Staying on isn’t about staying at school…college offers a different experience leading to higher education or employment. Talk to tutors and apply for courses starting September 2012:

MAY ADVICE SESSIONS

LIVE YOUR LEARNING IN LONDON, AT CAPEL MANOR

As the largest land-based college in London we offer courses for those interested in the environment, animals or working with plants, trees and flowers. Have a look around out centres in north, south, central and west London talk to tutors, meet current students and tour the facilities:

SUMMER OPEN DAYS

For further details call 08456 122122 or email enquiries@capel.ac.uk

FREE ENTRY DAY FOR ENFIELD RESIDENTS – SATURDAY 16 JUNE 10AM-5PM

As part of our ongoing partnership with the London Borough of Enfield we’re opening our doors once again and offering FREE ENTRY to residents of Enfield to Capel Manor Gardens. Simply bring with you a utility bill or item with proof of address, and 30 acres of Capel’s colourful and scented gardens are yours to explore for FREE! Plus it’s also the College Open Day, a prefect opportunity to see our courses in action with displays and demonstrations, and you can meet our new resident Meerkats!

AGED 16-18? MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR FREE EDUCATION £££

Did you know that if you’re aged 16–18 years old you don’t pay for any tuition or exam fees? What you might not know is that if you have already completed your A levels you are still entitled to another free year’s education on a full-time course or apprenticeship, as long as you are still aged 18 on 31 August 2012. Don’t miss out!

EARN AS YOU LEARN AT CAPEL MANOR

Why not kick start your career with an Apprenticeship? Gain real work experience and train at the same time. Apprenticeships are a different way of obtaining nationally recognised vocational qualifications, open to anyone 16 and above who does not have a degree and is employed within the industry. We offer apprenticeships in: Horticulture, Trees & Timber (Arboriculture), Animal Care, Environmental Conservation and Sports Turf.

To apply contact 08456 122122 ext 1245, apprenticeships@capel.ac.uk or click here

INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIPS IN ANIMAL CARE

We are pleased to be offering these new apprenticeships including in partnership with the Zoological Society London. We are offering intermediate (level 2) and advanced (level 3) programmes, perfect for anyone wishing to work with animals. You could find yourself working in many settings and with a range of different animals, grooming dogs; in a pet shop, kennel or cattery; breeding pedigree animals; training guide dogs; or working at London Zoo.

To apply contact 08456 122122 ext 1245, apprenticeships@capel.ac.uk or click here

CALLING ALL EMPLOYERS! ACCESS TO FUNDING FOR APPRENTICESHIPS

The National Apprenticeship Service is currently running a scheme designed to help small and medium businesses meet the costs of having an apprentice with a £1,500 grant. It applies to employers of 16 to 24-year-olds. To be eligible, employers must not have employed an apprentice in the previous three years.

Contact Employer Services on 08456 122122 ext 1245 or apprenticeships@capel.ac.uk