We offer a wide range of courses for adults looking to improve their career prospects or learn a new skill, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Browse our 19+ part-time courses below to find the perfect route for you.
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COURSES
Access to HE
Courses available at various campuses
Access to HE
Access to HE courses are designed for adults aged 19+ and prepare you to study on a degree and other Higher Education courses. They usually last for one year and you may be able to study on a full-time or part-time basis.
Wirral Met College offers a wide range of Higher Education courses in partnership with prestigious universities including the University of Chester, University of Central Lancashire, and University of Liverpool.
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus & Conway Park Campus:
Part-time Courses
Course Level Code Introduction to Psychology - Y024 Entry Level Y024 Introduction to Mental Health (Level 2) - J201 Level 2 J201 -
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Art, Design & Creative Media
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus
Art, Design & Creative Media
Michelle Rowley
Michelle, one of Wirral Met's BA (Hons) Fine Art tutors, completed her Master's Degree with distinction at the University of Central Lancashire.
Wirral Met’s Art School has a reputation for quality and creativity. Our teaching team is dedicated to helping you explore and harness your creative talent, to prepare you for a career in this sector.
You will get support and guidance to help you develop your own unique style, and find the career that suits your needs.
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus:
Art and Design
Course Level Code Jewellery - A050 Level 1 A050 Life Drawing - A076 Level 1 A076 UAL Award in Printmaking Level 2 - A079 Level 2 A079 UAL Drawing Level 2 Award - A061 Level 2 A061 Creative Media
Course Level Code Introduction to Photography - P017 Level 1 P017 
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Artist - View occupation details here
- Graphic Designers - View occupation details here
- Photographers - View occupation details here
- Fashion Designer - View occupation details here
Graphic Designers’ salaries start at around £14,000 to £17,000 per year and experienced senior Graphic Designers can earn between £32,000 and £50,000 per year. Starting salaries for Junior Interior Designers are around £18,000 and experienced Interior Designers can earn around £24,000 to £40,000 per year.
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Accounting & Professional Studies
Courses available at Conway Park Campus
Accounting & Professional Studies
If you are 19+ and looking for a part-time course in accountancy, the Associate of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualifications are internationally recognised. They are based on practical, real-world accounting knowledge and you will learn essential business and finance skills that you can put into use from day one.
Courses available at Conway Park Campus:
Accountancy
Course Level Code AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting - D053 Level 2 D053 AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting (part-time) - D049 Level 3 D049 AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting - D050 Level 4 D050 Leadership and Management
Course Level Code CIPD Human Resources Practice Certificate (Foundation) (Part-time) - D018 Level 3 D018 CIPD Human Resource Management Intermediate Certificate - D059 Level 5 D059
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Financial and accounting technicians -View occupation details here
- Accountant- View occupation details here
- Financial accounts managers - View occupation details here
Salaries start at around £15,000 - £22,000 per year and experienced accountants can earn around £30,000 per year.
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Childcare & Early Years Education
Courses available at various campuses
Childcare & Early Years Education
Emma McFarlan
Emma McFarlane’s journey with Wirral Met has seen her progress from a level one to a level 3 in the area of childcare. She has recently completed her second year of the Early Years Education and Care level 3 Diploma. Emma is employed at ‘Auntie Jayne’s House’ a day nursery on the Wirral.
Preparing for a career dedicated to the care and development of children is very rewarding. You will learn the theoretical side of child development and early year’s education, whilst developing a range of practical skills and experience.
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus & Off Site Campus:
Part-time Courses
Course Level Code CACHE Playwork Diploma - N058 Level 2 N058 CACHE Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Certificate - N059 Level 2 N059 NCFE CACHE Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health Level 2 Certificate - N108 Level 2 N108 Workbased introduction to Early Years Care and Education Level 2 - N093 Level 2 N093 CACHE Playwork Diploma - N061 Level 3 N061 CACHE Residential Childcare level 3 Diploma - N099 Level 3 N099 CACHE Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools Diploma - N060 Level 3 N060 Early Years Workforce Diploma - N090 Level 3 N090
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Childminder - View occupation details here
- Classroom assistant - View occupation details here
- Nanny/nursery nurse - View occupation details here
- Teacher - View occupation details here
Nursery nurses can earn £13,000 when they start their career, and then they can progress to up to £18,000 as they become more experienced and take on additional responsibilities. Nursery Managers can earn around £22,000 - £30,000 per year.
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Computing & IT
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus
Computing & IT
Stuart Williams
Stuart completed Digital & Computing Technologies Foundation & level 3 Extended Diplomas at Wirral Met.
This is a very fast moving and exciting area to be involved in, as technology constantly changes. You will study in Wirral Met’s STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) Centre using impressive IT facilities including drones and virtual reality tools.
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus:
Computing and IT
Course Level Code Beginners/intermediate Excel - B159 Level 2 B159 CISCO Network Academy (Semester 1) Introduction to Networks - C003 Level 3 C003 CISCO Network Academy (Semester 2) Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise - C004 Level 3 C004 CISCO Network Academy (Semester 3) Introducing Scaling Networks - C005 Level 3 C005 CISCO Network Academy (Semester 4 ) Introduction to Connecting Networks - C006 Level 3 C006
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Biologist - View occupation details here
- Chemical chemist - View occupation details here
- Forensic scientist - View occupation details here
- Pharmacist - View occupation details here
Starting salaries for Forensic Scientists are £20,000 per year and experienced scientists may earn between £25,000 and £35,000 per year.
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Construction & the Built Environment
Courses available at Wirral Waters Campus
Construction & the Built Environment
Vincent Roberts
Vincent completed Level 3 Plastering at Wirral Met, before returning to the College as a brickwork and plastering technician, whilst studying an HNC in construction. Vincent said: “The staff prove that hard work really does pay off!”
Wirral Met College can help you achieve your ambition to become a bricklayer, carpenter, electrician, painter & decorator, plasterer or plumber. Or, if you would like to become an architect, project manager or site supervisor, take a look at our study programmes which will help prepare you for university.
We offer excellent facilities, with a brand new campus dedicated to Construction and the Built Environment, incorporating industry standard workshops. You will develop your skills with the support of tutors who are experts in their field. Wirral Met College’s excellent links with employers will help you gain the practical work experience to prepare you for getting jobs and apprenticeships.
Courses available at Wirral Waters Campus:
CAD
Course Level Code City and Guilds Computer Aided Design (CAD) - R022 Level 2 R022 City and Guilds Computer Aided Design (CAD) Award - R010 Level 3 R010 Electrical
Course Level Code Electrical Installation Studies - R235 Level 2 R235 Plumbing and Gas
Course Level Code Plumbing Studies Diploma - R193 Level 2 R193 Gas Appliance Assessment - individual units only - R093 Level 3 R093 Gas Training (re-assessment only) - R092 Level 3 R092 Initial Gas Training & Assessment - R091 Level 3 R091 Professional and Digital Construction Studies
Course Level Code BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) Construction (Part-time) - R034 Higher Education R034 Construction and Built Environment Subsidiary Diploma - R268 Level 3 R268
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Bricklayer - View occupation details here
- Property developer - View occupation details here
- Carpenter/joiner - View occupation details here
- Electrician - View occupation details here
- Construction or building trade - View occupation details here
- Painter/decorator - View occupation details here
- Plasterer - View occupation details here
- Heating and ventilation technician - View occupation details here
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COURSES
Counselling
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus
Counselling
Sean Lavery
Sean has completed a raft of counselling courses at Wirral Met, from CPCAB level 2 Introduction to Counselling Skills to a level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. Sean now works for Wirral Met as a counselling lecturer and is also an addiction counsellor for SHARP Liverpool.
Working closely with NHS Trusts, local authorities and private businesses across the adult social care and healthcare industries, we have built our reputation for high quality education and training that makes a difference.
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus:
Part-time Courses
Course Level Code CPCAB Counselling Skills Award (Introduction) - J018 Level 2 J018 CPCAB Counselling Skills Certificate - J087 Level 2 J087 CPCAB Understanding Substance Misuse Level 2 Award - J185 Level 2 J185 CPCAB Counselling Studies Certificate - J089 Level 3 J089
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Barristers and judges - View occupation details here
- Legal professionals - View occupation details here
- Probation officers - View occupation details here
- Counsellors - View occupation details here
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Engineering & Motor Vehicle
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus
Engineering & Motor Vehicle
Stuart Umbers
Stuart started at Wirral Met in 2014 as an intermediate level engineering apprentice and progressed on to the advanced level apprenticeship, where he worked at Prowell Ltd in Ellesmere Port, the world's largest manufacturer of corrugated cardboard. Stuart has become an integral part of their engineering team.
Engineering career routes include becoming an engineering maintenance technician or a welder, and you could work across a range of sectors including engineering, transport, aerospace and offshore oil and gas.
Motor Vehicle students progress onto successful careers in car dealerships, franchises, service centres and general garages, working in roles such as Service Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Mechanic, MOT Specialist, Service Manager.
There are also many opportunities for those interested in a career in motor vehicle engineering. Many of our students progress onto successful careers in top dealerships, franchises, service centres and general garages, working in roles such as Service Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Mechanic, MOT Specialist, Service Manager.
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus:
Engineering Manufacturing
Course Level Code Introductory Metal Inert Gas Welding Skills Award - E145 Level 1 E145 Manual Metal Arc Award - E146 Level 1 E146 Welding - E141 Level 2 E141 Motor Vehicle
Course Level Code Know Your Vehicle - Basic Car Maintenance (Women Only) - E163 Level 1 E163 Know Your Vehicle - E164 Level 1 E164
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Engineer - View occupation details here
- Electrical engineer - View occupation details here
- Maintenance engineer - View occupation details here
- Mechanic - View occupation details here
- Mechanical engineer - View occupation details here
There are a wide range of jobs in the engineering sector; starting salaries for Engineering Operatives are around £12,000 per year and graduate starting salaries for Energy Engineers are from £22,000 – £30,000 per year.
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English & Maths
Courses available at various campuses
English & Maths
Helen Burns
Helen has no official business qualifications, yet through hard work and determination she has managed to set up her own business as a children’s party entertainer. Helen was advised a Maths qualification would be advantageous to help with her accounts so she enrolled upon a Functional Maths course and progressed to a more advanced course.
If English is not your first language, these courses will develop your reading, writing and listening skills in English. In classes you can take Skills for Life exams awarded by Ascentis and Functional Skills exams in English, maths and ICT.
Courses available at Conway Park Campus & 12 Quays Campus:
English, Maths
Course Level Code Move Up Maths - M067 Entry Level 3 M067 Move Up English - W044 Entry Level 3 W044 Move On English - W045 Level 1 W045 Move On Maths - M068 Level 1 M068 GCSE English Language - W003 Level 2 W003 GCSE Maths - M062 Level 2 M062 Move On Plus English - W046 Level 2 W046 Move On Plus Maths - M069 Level 2 M069 Maths - M999 No Level M999
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Teaching and other educational professionals - View occupation details here
- Teaching assistants - View occupation details here
- Educational support assistants - View occupation details here
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English for Speakers of Other Languages
Courses available at various campuses
English for Speakers of Other Languages
If English is not your first language, these courses will develop your reading, writing and listening skills in English. The ESOL programme ranges from Pre-Entry Level 1 up to Level 2 and comprises full-time, part-time, evening and community based classes. As well as learning a new language students have to learn how to access travel, housing, health care and the job market.
Courses available at Conway Park Campus & Wirral Change Campus:
Part-time Courses
Course Level Code ESOL Community - X011 Entry Level 1 X011 ESOL (day) - X012 Entry Level 2 X012 ESOL Skills for Life (day) - X013 Entry Level 3 X013 ESOL Skills for Life Award (afternoon) - X014 Level 1 X014 ESOL Skills for Life Award - X015 Level 2 X015 Interpreting Award - X047 Level 2 X047 Interpreting Award - X046 Level 3 X046 CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) - X066 Level 5 X066 DPSI (Diploma in Public Service Interpreting) - X068 Level 6 X068 -
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Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy & Wellbeing
Courses available at Conway Park Campus
Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy & Wellbeing
Vicky Diamond
Vicky completed her level 3 qualification in Hairdressing at Wirral Met and is now studying towards a Barbering qualification.
This sector provides a wide range of exciting career opportunities. Our professional tutors will support you to develop your skills and experience whilst you work in our commercial hair and beauty salons at the Conway Park Campus.
Courses available at Conway Park Campus:
Beauty
Course Level Code Anatomical & Physiological Knowledge of Body Systems Award - G108 Level 2 G108 Beauty Therapy (Part-time evening) - G006 Level 2 G006 Preparing to Run a Hair and Beauty Business Award - G113 Level 2 G113 VTCT Nail Extensions Certificate - G007 Level 2 G007 NVQ Beauty Therapy level 3 Diploma (2 days per week, massage route) - G026 Level 3 G026 VTCT Fashion and Photographic Make-Up Certificate - G009 Level 3 G009 Salon Management Certificate - G099 Level 4 G099 Complementary Therapies
Course Level Code Preparing to Run a Hair and Beauty Business Award - G113 Level 2 G113 Aromatherapy Diploma - G087 Level 3 G087 Level 3 Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology for Complementary Therapies - G112 Level 3 G112 VTCT Indian Head Massage Certificate - G034 Level 3 G034 VTCT Reflexology Diploma - G054 Level 3 G054 VTCT Sports Massage Diploma - G040 Level 3 G040 Salon Management Certificate - G099 Level 4 G099 VTCT Sports Massage Certificate - G061 Level 4 G061 Kinesio Tape Strapping - G107 No Level G107 Hairdressing
Course Level Code Hairdressing Level 1 & 2 combined (Day) - G109 Level 1 G109 Hairdressing Level 1 & 2 combined (Evening) - G116 Level 1 G116 NVQ Barbering Diploma - G041 Level 2 G041 NVQ Barbering Diploma - G117 Level 2 G117 NVQ Hairdressing level 2 (Part-time day) - G021 Level 2 G021 Preparing to Run a Hair and Beauty Business Award - G113 Level 2 G113 NVQ Hairdressing Diploma - G023 Level 3 G023 Salon Management Certificate - G099 Level 4 G099
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Beauty therapists - View occupation details here
- Massage therapist - View occupation details here
- Salon manager - View occupation details here
- Hairdresser or Barber - View occupation details here
- Salon manager - View occupation details here
Beauty Therapists earn between £12,000 and £17,000 per year (plus tips and any commission they gain for selling products in salons), and Salon Managers can earn over £20,000 per year.
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Health & Social Care
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus
Health & Social Care
Katie Hilliard
Katie studied Level 3 preparing to work in the health and social work sector at Wirral Met. She has now progressed to the University of Chester to study an Honours Degree in Adult Nursing. Katie said: "Wirral Met has prepared me for university life by giving me the skills and confidence to start my nursing journey."
Working closely with NHS Trusts, local authorities and private businesses across the adult social care and healthcare industries, we have built our reputation for high quality education and training that makes a difference.
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus:
Part-time Courses
Course Level Code CPCAB Understanding Substance Misuse Level 2 Award - J185 Level 2 J185 Introduction to Mental Health (Level 2) - J201 Level 2 J201
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Care Assistant - View occupation details here
- Counsellor - View occupation details here
- Dental Nurse - View occupation details here
- Health Professional - View occupation details here
- Nurse - View occupation details here
- Social Worker - View occupation details here
Starting salaries for Care Assistants can be between £12,000 and £16,000 per year. With experience, qualifications and extra responsibilities or specialist support worker skills, Care Assistants may earn between £18,000 and £21,000 per year. Mental health nurses can earn from £21,000 to £27,000 per year, and experienced nurses working as clinical specialists or nurse team managers can earn from £25,000 to £40,000 per year.
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Health, Safety & First Aid
Courses available at various campuses
Health, Safety & First Aid
Health and Safety qualifications are relevant for people at all levels of an organisation and in every industry / service sector. You will develop the knowledge, skills and understanding that will be invaluable as you progress your career.
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus, Off Site Campus & Cotton Exchange Campus:
Part-time Courses
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Health and safety officers - View occupation details here
- Paramedic - View occupation details here
- Inspectors of standards and regulations - View occupation details here
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Hospitality & Catering
Courses available at Conway Park Campus
Hospitality & Catering
Sam Creedon
After studying at Wirral Met, Sam worked with Michelin star chefs before setting up his own restaurant.
Working in our industry standard training kitchens and fully licensed training restaurant, you will develop the skills and experience to start your career in this exciting profession. Our students progress into jobs as chefs, baristas and bar managers.
Courses available at Conway Park Campus:
Catering
Course Level Code ABC Patisserie and Confectionery Certificate - H097 Level 2 H097 NVQ Professional Cookery Diploma - H018 Level 2 H018 RSPH Food Safety and Hygiene Award - H011 Level 2 H011 RSPH Supervising Food Safety in Catering Level 3 Award - H092 Level 3 H092 Part-time Courses
Course Level Code NCFE Creative Craft using Cookery, Patisserie and Confectionery - H102 Level 1 H102 RSPH Food Allergen Awareness - H089 Level 1 H089 RSPH Healthier Foods and Special Diets Award - H090 Level 2 H090 NVQ Professional Cookery Advanced Diploma - H020 Level 3 H020
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Bar manager - View occupation details here
- Chef - View occupation details here
- Hotel manager - View occupation details here
- Receptionist - View occupation details here
Trainee chefs (Commis Chefs) earn from around £13,000 per year, but Head Chefs in top hotels and restaurants may earn around £30,000 per year. Waiting staff can earn around £12,000 to £16,000 per year and bar people can earn from between £11,000 and £17,000 depending on their experience; if you take on additional responsibilities and are managing staff, you may earn around £20,000.
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Social Studies
Courses available at various campuses
Social Studies
Cristina Radu
Cristina graduated from the University of Liverpool with a BSc (Hons) Psychology Degree after studying for the first 2 years at Wirral Met College. Cristina said: “Going back to education after almost 20 years was quite a daunting task, but my Wirral Met tutors gave me wonderful support as well as challenged me, making me aim higher.”
If you are interested in a range of areas such as history, sociology, critical theory, media and literary studies, then a programme in Humanities & Social Studies is for you.
Students on these courses gain a range of transferable skills including communication, organisational and research skills. You may progress in areas such as administration, publishing, research or tourism.
Courses available at Conway Park Campus & 12 Quays Campus:
Part-time Courses
Course Level Code Introduction to Criminal Justice - Y031 Entry Level Y031 Holiday Spanish class - X073 Entry Level X073 Introduction to Criminology - Y028 Entry Level Y028 Introduction to Psychology - Y024 Entry Level Y024 Introduction to Sociology - Y023 Entry Level Y023 British Sign Language Award - Z007 Level 1 Z007 Deaf Awareness and Communication Award - Z004 Level 1 Z004 British Sign Language Certificate - Z008 Level 2 Z008 Introduction to Mental Health (Level 2) - J201 Level 2 J201 British Sign Language Certificate - Z037 Level 3 Z037 British Sign Language Studies level 4 Certificate - Z058 Level 4 Z058
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Social and Humanities Scientists - View occupation details here
- Psychologists - View occupation details here
- Careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists - View occupation details here
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Public & Uniformed Services
Courses available at Oval Campus
Public & Uniformed Services
Lewis Sutton
Lewis completed the Level 2 and 3 Military Preparation Diploma at Wirral Met and is now serving in the British Army working as a driver in the Royal Logistic Corp. Lewis said: “The Course was brilliant, it gave me an in-depth look at what to expect in my chosen career.”
Do you want to work in the Armed Forces, Police Service, Fire Service or other uniformed public sector organisations? Outdoor activities, exhibitions and events, run in conjunction with the Armed Forces, Police, and Fire Service, are a routine part of these study programmes.
Courses available at Oval Campus:
Part-time Courses
Course Level Code Outdoor adventurous activities (Level 2 qualification in Assisting Lowland Expedition Leadership) - K103 Level 2 K103
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Army/Navy/RAF - View occupation details here
- Fire officer - View occupation details here
- Police officer - View occupation details here
Starting salaries for Police Officers are from £19,000 per year and a sergeant can earn between £36,000 and £41,000 per year. Private soldiers can earn between £17,000 and £28,000 per year.
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Science
Courses available at various campuses
Science
Adam Ravenscroft
Adam completed Level 3 Diploma in Laboratory & Associated Technical Activities, HNC & HND Applied Chemistry and a Level 5 Higher Apprenticeship/BSc Applied Chemistry at Wirral Met. Adam is now studying a Master’s Degree at the University of Liverpool.
You will study in Wirral Met’s specialist Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Centre including a Chemical Instrumentation Lab with Nuclear Magnetic Resonance equipment; Molecular Biology and Micro Biology Labs; a Robotics and Mechatronics Arena; a Physics and Electronics Lab; a Life Sciences Lab.
Courses available at Conway Park Campus & 12 Quays Campus:
Psychology
Course Level Code Introduction to Psychology - Y024 Entry Level Y024 Science
Course Level Code GCSE Biology - S178 Level 2 S178 Part-time Courses
Course Level Code GCSE Biology - S178 Level 2 S178
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Biologist - view occupation details here
- Chemical chemist - view occupation details here
- Forensic scientist - view occupation details here
- Pharmacist - view occupation details here
Starting salaries for Forensic Scientists are £20,000 per year and experienced scientists may earn between £25,000 and £35,000 per year.
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Skills for Life & Work
Courses available at various campuses
Skills for Life & Work
Ian Mccann
Ian completed his Prince's Trust programme before progressing to the Police. Ian said: “The Prince’s Trust say it will help young people’s lives, but that is an understatement because it changes lives!”
At Wirral Met College you can learn and develop a variety of different skills to help you progress in your work or life. Courses in this area are designed to give young people and adults more confidence as well as helping you to develop personal and work related skills.
Courses available at Conway Park Campus & 12 Quays Campus:
British Sign Language
Course Level Code British Sign Language Award - Z007 Level 1 Z007 Deaf Awareness and Communication Award - Z004 Level 1 Z004 British Sign Language Certificate - Z008 Level 2 Z008 British Sign Language Certificate - Z037 Level 3 Z037 British Sign Language Studies level 4 Certificate - Z058 Level 4 Z058 -
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Sports, Fitness & Outdoor Education
Courses available at various campuses
Sports, Fitness & Outdoor Education
Chris Connelly
Chris completed the Diploma in Sports and Exercise Science at Wirral Met, then completed BA and MA Degrees at the University of Chester. He now works at GB boxing as Senior Performance Analyst & Technical Lead.
These study programmes are based in the specialist Oval Campus in Bebington. With the help of your tutors’ extensive experience in a range of outdoor activities and competitive sports, you will develop your theoretical knowledge and physical skills to succeed in this growing industry.
Courses available at Conway Park Campus & Oval Campus:
Part-time Courses
Course Level Code Outdoor adventurous activities (Level 2 qualification in Assisting Lowland Expedition Leadership) - K103 Level 2 K103 VTCT Fitness Instructing Certificate - K099 Level 2 K099 VTCT Sports Massage Diploma - G040 Level 3 G040 VTCT Sports Massage Certificate - G061 Level 4 G061
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Fitness coach/instructor - View occupation details here
- Personal trainer - View occupation details here
- Sports instructor - View occupation details here
Salaries for Sports Development Officers range from £20,000 to £35,000 per year and managers can earn up to £50,000 per year. Starting salaries for Fitness Instructors are around £13,000 per year and experienced instructors can earn around £20,000 per year. Leisure Centre Managers can earn between £17,000 and around £25,000 per year, and senior managers can earn over £35,000 per year.
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Teaching & Assessing
Courses available at various campuses
Teaching & Assessing
Louise Fury
Louise applied to study a PGCE in Education as a mature student, as she wanted a change in career. Louise graduated in 2018 and now works full-time as a lecturer in English Language at a local college. She teaches students aged 16 plus, including an evening class.
Professional careers in teaching are highly rewarding, and your inspirational teaching can make a real difference to the lives of your students.
You will be based at our Conway Park Campus where our highly qualified and experienced tutors will help you develop a wide range of interactive, student focused teaching methods and resources, so that you can be an outstanding teacher, tutor or trainer. These qualifications prepare you for teaching in the post-16 education and training sector.
Courses available at 12 Quays Campus & Conway Park Campus:
Part-time Courses
Course Level Code Assessing Vocational Achievement Certificate - B067 Level 3 B067 Education and Training Level 3 Award - B124 Level 3 B124 Internal Quality Assurance Award - B068 Level 4 B068 CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) - X066 Level 5 X066
Career Opportunities
These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:
- Teaching assistants - View occupation details here
- Higher education teaching professionals - View occupation details here
- Further education teaching professionals - View occupation details here
- Secondary education teaching professionals - View occupation details here
- Educational support assistants - View occupation details here
