Why not add to your skills base? (From Basingstoke Gazette)

Why not add to your skills base?

11:29am Friday 22nd August 2008 in

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THE start of the new academic year is a good time to embark on something new.

Basingstoke College of Technology offers hundreds of courses, ranging from leisure and recreational opportunities to courses that will improve skills or enhance career progression.

A recent Labour Force Survey, based on all full-time earnings in England, reports: "If you invest money and time in learning, a future of more money could be in your hands. In fact, it can grow your annual salary by £2,000 to £3,000."

For employers, the Business Unit at BCOT is wholly committed to supporting training needs, helping businesses to achieve a positive impact on their bottom line.

Work-related training is available in all sectors, at all levels.

The Business Unit is also experienced in delivering bespoke training packages tailored to individual business requirements.

Upcoming courses include:

• NEBOSH General
• NEBOSH Construction
• Train the Trainer
• CIEH Level 2 and 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace
• Abrasive Wheels
• BIIAB National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders
• CIEH Level 3 Award in Supervising l Food Safety in Catering
• CIEH Level 4 Award in Food Safety.
• Now is also a brilliant time to start training as an apprentice.

If you are employed and would like to achieve a qualification, an apprenticeship could be the best route for you.

Alternatively, if you are an employer looking to develop your staff, an apprenticeship will promote motivation, build confidence and refresh skills that your organisation needs.

For more information on courses offered by the Business Unit, call 01256 306237 or e-mail business@bcot.ac.uk

For a complete listing of all courses, visit www.bcot.ac.ukFor more information on apprenticeships, call Monica Lubbock-Smith on 01256 306336 or e-mail apprenticeships@bcot.ac.uk