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The City of Liverpool College launched an innovative new course recently aimed at bridging the gap in skilled workers in the advanced manufacturing industry.
The level 3 Robotics and Automation course, run in partnership with manufacturing firm CNC Robotics, was created as a direct result of the rise in manufacturers moving from more traditional methods to digitisation of their processes.
The course, which starts in October, is only the second of its kind in the country and will allow employers to upskill their existing workforce to meet the demands of the industry, and create new opportunities for highly skilled workers.
Principal at The City of Liverpool College, Elaine Bowker, said: “The rise of automation is now fast paced and businesses need to adapt. As a leading college in the region, it’s our responsibility to develop a pipeline of talent that employers need to help them grow.
“Through partnerships such as this we can deliver innovative and relevant courses to our students, allowing them to secure well-paid jobs with longevity.
“This unique partnership has been 12 months in the making and combines our quality teaching with CNC Robotics’ advanced technology, to provide students with the best possible learning and employers with quality staff to meet their needs now and long into the future.”
This flexible, eight-week course provides a Level 3 qualification in robotics and automation, and allows learners to choose either units from the qualification that are relevant to their role, or complete the full qualification.
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Northern Premier League club Marine FC is working with the College to create a new BA degree in Football Studies that will provide real opportunities for aspiring footballers to progress in the industry whilst gaining a top-class qualification.
As part of the course, Marine Football Club will create an Under 23s team, which will play in both the competitive West Cheshire League and the university league setup. Students will have the opportunity to train regularly and play competitive football supported by a UEFA qualified coach, whilst also studying for a degree at the college.
This brand-new course is the first of its kind in Liverpool City Region and aims to provide a rounded footballing education covering topics such as performance analysis, sport psychology, coaching, physiotherapy, nutrition and club management, all of which will be studied in a professional environment. It will also combine theoretical study with practical sessions, also providing the opportunity for the team to train and play at the Marine Travel Arena, home of Marine FC.
Not only focused on players, the course will also provide opportunities for learners to specialise in non-playing areas which Marine FC CEO, James Leary has identified as talent gaps in the industry, such as physiotherapy and sports nutrition.
Elaine Bowker, principal of The City of Liverpool College, said: “We’re passionate about providing our learners with the skills they need to succeed in the world of work and, as shown with our E-Sports course launched last year, we aren’t afraid to create entirely new programmes and qualifications to fill the skills gap and provide these opportunities which are otherwise incredibly hard to come by.
“We know that not everything can be learnt in the classroom, which is why partnering with a club like Marine FC is incredibly important to ensure that our students are provided with the real-world, practical experience which will help drive their careers forward.”
To launch the new course, The City of Liverpool College and Marine FC are hosting a trial event at Liverpool’s Jeffrey Humble sports ground on Thursday 6th June from 7pm, where they will be inviting anyone who is interested in finding out more to come along, regardless of ability.
SU President elected to VP role on NUS ExecutiveJuliana Mohamad-Noor, who currently holds the role of Students’ Union President at the College, will represent the views and concerns of students from around the country when she takes up her position on the national stage as a member of the NUS’s national executive committee.
Promising to ‘bring the scouse fight to the heart of NUS’, Juliana delivered a barnstorming speech to hundreds of student delegates on conference floor. Railing against cuts to further education, the need for action on climate change and improving the everyday experiences of college students in the classroom, Juliana criticised NUS on its lack of action for students in further education as she appealed to conference for change.
In her election statement, Juliana said: “I entered the movement and felt let down by the conversations on FE, that’s why I brought policy to conference and ran to sit on the NUS’s NEC.
“There’s so much for us in the fight for FE, and as NUS goes through turnaround, I want to defend FE for future generations to come. FE changes lives; let’s make sure it stays that way.”
CoLCSU continues to cement its national reputation as a force in FE student representation following Juliana’s election to a national position on NUS NEC last year, alongside CoLCSU Vice President, Skye Turner’s election as Trans Rep for FE.
The SU fielded a motion and passed policy at last year’s conference on fair funding and access to education and has won several awards over the last 12 months, including Trans FE College of the Year, the Green SU award and was highly commended at the Black Students’ conference for its work on reducing the black attainment gap.
Juliana said of her election: “I’m very honoured to have been elected as NUS Vice President for Further Education to represent the 4 million FE students across the UK.
“I look forward to commencing my term and expanding upon my 3 years in the Student Movement, acting as Vice President and President of The City of Liverpool College Students’ Union.”
Juliana will take up post on the National Union of Students national executive committee from 01 July 2019.
JCP staff will liaise with the College’s employability team at its new £500k Construction Hub training facility located on the site of a planned £5bn Liverpool Waters project in Peel’s disused Northern Docklands.
The Hub will provide skills training in both trades and supporting roles for unemployed people or those on low income to enhance their applications for jobs in Merseyside’s emergent construction industry.
The Department for Work and Pensions has reported a significant demand for skilled people within the Liverpool City Region construction industry, and aims to upskill people back into employment to fill these roles.
Students from the Health and Social Care Extended Diploma course are now official champions of the “Dementia Friends” programme, after a training session with the Alzheimer Society on Wednesday 13th March.
The students were presented with a badge and certificate, in return for their pledge to promote dementia awareness with new acquaintances in the workplace and amongst family and friends.
The launch of the Alzheimer Society’s Dementia Friends programme is the biggest initiative of its kind to change people’s perceptions of dementia. It hopes to transform how the nation thinks, acts and talks about this debilitating condition.
In the UK alone, there are 850,000+ people living with dementia, with the figure expected to rise to more than 1 million by 2025.
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College partners construction hub to bridge skills gapThe College will work in partnership with Liverpool Waters, which has plans for a £5 billion waterfront development scheme that includes the creation of 9,000 homes, extensive business space, both a cruise and ferry terminal and luxury hotel facilities.
The Hub was given the go ahead after receiving £500k from the Government’s Construction Skills Fund. It will provide training and qualifications to meet the demand for skilled construction workers, as well as a range of supporting roles in the region’s thriving construction industry. The Construction Hub will also provide contractors with direct access to a pool of trained apprentices, full and part time workers and work experience candidates trained in relevant skills to meet the shortfall in the sector.
Elaine Bowker, principal at The City of Liverpool College, said: “The City of Liverpool College is the college for business, so it’s only right that we are putting our learners at the very heart of one of Europe’s largest regeneration and development schemes.
“Having this construction hub on Collingwood Dock means that a City of Liverpool College facility will be sitting amongst some of the city region’s largest and most ambitious construction projects, all requiring a talented and eager workforce.”
The Government has set aside funding for 17,000 young people to become job and site-ready construction workers by March 2020. Twenty-six hubs have been created across the country which have access to the £22m Construction Skills Fund. The Hubs will provide a once in a lifetime opportunity for individuals to gain industry recognised skills that will support them into a career in construction.
Students serve up top class meal in VEW skills showcase
Under Hrishikesh Desai’s supervision, students were hands-on every step of the way throughout the seven-course meal, including preparation, plating up to a precise specification and providing vital front-of-house customer service to the thirty-strong guests.
Speaking after the dinner, Hrishikesh said: “I’ve worked in the catering and hospitality industry for many years, and can see right now that we are facing a crisis, as fewer young people wish to take up a career in this industry. It is incredibly important for me to work with institutions such as the college to support their students, as we need talented young people to step into my shoes when it’s their turn to achieve their very own Michelin star. This is an invaluable learning opportunity for these students, as not every chef is lucky enough to work a 30-person service to Michelin star standards at such a young age.”
Elaine Bowker, principal of The City of Liverpool College, said: “On behalf of the staff and students, I’d like to thank Hrishikesh for devoting his time and energy to supporting our students. To be able to provide a learning opportunity like this is something we pride ourselves on, and we hope our students have gained a wealth of skills, as well as an appreciation of the array of opportunities available to them in the visitor economy.
“The City Region’s visitor economy generates £4.1 billion and plays a vital role in its economy, with massive potential and opportunity for the next generation. It is one of this country’s strongest performing sectors, but despite this, we know that careers in hospitality and tourism are traditionally not seen as desirable. At The City of Liverpool College, we understand first hand that there is a huge amount of talent in this city which, with the right support, has the potential to thrive in this sector. This is incredibly important for our economy, not just locally, but nationally. By working with the Liverpool LEP to host these inspiring events during Visitor Economy Week, we hope to raise the profile of the sector and, using our expertise, business connections and varied qualification offerings, enhance its perception as a progressive career choice.”
For more information and a full schedule of events taking place throughout the week, visit: https://www.liverpoollep.org/visitor-economy-week/visitor-economy-week-events/
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From Monday 4th February, a number of events will take place at the College’s own Academy Restaurant, including an exclusive dinner with Michelin starred head chef from The Gilpin Spice restaurant as well as a selection of masterclasses hosted by Liverpool-based venues such as the Titanic Hotel and The Pullman, providing classes on a range of skills such as butchery, molecular gastronomy, artisan bread-making and wine tasting.
Former students of the college – who went on to create Cuban street food concept, FINCA, and star in BBC2’s My Million Pound Menu – will also be hosting masterclasses during the week, demonstrating their skills and sharing tips on how the College has supported them to thrive in an ever growing, highly competitive industry.
Elaine Bowker, principal of The City of Liverpool College, said: Here at the College, we understand first hand that there is a huge amount of talent in this city which, with the right support, has the potential to thrive in a sector that is so important for our economy, not just locally, but nationally.
“By working with the Liverpool LEP to host these inspiring events during Visitor Economy Week, we hope to raise the profile of the sector and, using our expertise, business connections and varied qualification offerings, enhance its perception as a progressive career choice.”
Visitor Economy Week is now in its fourth year with more than 50 events planned throughout the city, all designed to encourage students to consider the visitor economy as a career choice and provide a taste of what life can be like working in hospitality, retail, tourism or travel.
The City Region’s visitor economy generates £4.1 billion, with predicted growth of 2.9% over the next decade, which is higher than the national outlook of 2.5%.
For more information and a schedule of all events taking place throughout the week, visit: https://www.liverpoollep.org/visitor-economy-week/visitor-economy-week-events/
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College addresses gender imbalance in digital sectorYoung women invited to the event at the College’s Digital Academy (Myrtle Street campus), will meet women leaders from businesses in the region who will highlight the opportunities open to them in the digital sector. The leaders, who include Chelsea Slater, founder of InnovateHer and Zoe Wallace, director of Agent Marketing, will also outline how the College can support young women to pursue a career in this fast growing industry.
College Principal, Elaine Bowker, said: “As the first college in the country to create a dedicated digital academy – which offers young people coding, software development and a range of digital skills – we want to make sure that anyone with an interest in the digital sector has the opportunity to pursue it as a career.
“There is a common misconception that digitally-focused courses and qualifications are targeted at male students, but our courses are carefully designed to ensure that whatever aspect of the digital sector you are interested in, there is something to suit your skills.”
Chelsea Slater is the co-founder of InnovateHer, which is creating a UK-wide network of schools-based Academies to tackle inequality and improve young people’s life chances, which aims to help the UK compete on the digital world stage. Chelsea said: “Digital skills are needed in every business, whatever the sector. Whether it’s building websites, graphic design, or computer games design, there are a huge range of careers available and so many opportunities that gaining a digital qualification can bring.
“It’s fantastic that The City of Liverpool College is leading the way in our City Region to encourage young women to pursue a career in the digital field.”
Current figures shows that women account for 20 percent of computer science entries at GCSE, and only 10 percent at A-level; with 30,000 fewer females taking computing qualification at GCSE or above compared with 2014.
