NCFE Certificate in Equality & Diversity (Level 2) (Distance Learning Programme)

Equality and Diversity qualification which Leicester College is offering FREE to everyone at the moment.

Who is the course for?

This distance learning programme is for anyone looking for an introduction to the issues around stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination. It addresses good practice in equality, both in the workplace and the community and explores the rights and responsibilities that apply to everyone. This certificate programme is ideal for anyone looking for a good knowledge base in the subject alongside an understanding of everyday application. It is not specifically aimed at education professionals, but applies to all settings including public, private and third sector as well as within the community.

What qualifications will I need?

There are no formal entry requirements for the course. However, an initial assessment will be carried out to help tailor the programme.

What does the course involve?

This Certificate consists of two units. There is a choice as follows :

Section A

Unit 1 : Exploring equality and diversity

Unit 2 : Exploring how people’s rights and responsibilities are protected at work

Section B

Unit 3 : Working or learning in a place that promotes diversity

Unit 4 : Living in diverse communities

Learners will need to choose one unit from section A and one unit from section B.

Learners will work through the learning workbooks in their own time with support from a tutor via phone and email. Guidance on the choice of units to complete will be given during induction.

How will I be assessed?

Learners are required to complete a set of workbook questions in their own time.

What qualification(s) will I gain?

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Equality & Diversity

When will the course run?

Programmes are roll-on, roll-off. Learners can therefore enrol at any time of the year.

How long is the course?

Programme length will vary according to each Learner, as this is a distance learning programme. A schedule will be agreed between the learner and their tutor upon enrolment and induction, and this may be up to 6 months.

Where will I study?

The induction for the programme will usually take place as a one-to-one meeting with the tutor at Leicester College’s Abbey Park Campus. However, a remote induction can be arranged for Learners who are unable to make this. Learners then study in their own time, at home or at work, and receive support from a tutor via phone and email.

What progression opportunities does this course offer?

• NCFE Award in Managing Diversity (Level 3)
• A range of other programmes at Level 4 and above are available

If I wish to know more, whom should I speak to?

Advice Centre on (0116) 224 4100 or Tracey Jackson-Smith (0116) 224 4116

When does the course start?

August 2011 and at anytime throughout the Academic Year 2011/2012

January Newsletter

See our latest newsletter here, packed full of excellent hints and tips on starting your business alongside some great client articles.

Find out about our upcoming networking events, training programme, read all about how Fatima Gordon got her business started with Leicester Business Women, as well as details on how to promote your business! Click on the link to read http://issuu.com/leicesterbusinesswomen/docs/lbw_newsletter_jan_2012?mode=window&pageNumber=1 

Tip of the week - What is hot desking?

This week, we’d like to offer some more information regarding one of our services – Hot Desking. You may have heard of the term, but do you really know how it could help?

Leicester Business Women members have access to a discounted service through Skills for Enterprise for Hot Desking… So read on to find out a little more about what this service actually is…

Do you sometimes find yourself in crowded coffee shops, cafes and train stations working away when you would rather be in a professional office environment? Or alternatively, have you been trying to work from home, only to realise that you are not getting much done with all the distractions around you, like for example: just washing up, putting your clothes out, nipping to the shops to get something, only to find out its now time for lunch and you’ve not got much done at all? If this is the case, then our hot desks are the solution to your business needs.

Skills for Enterprise provide a professional environment to working in a coffee shop or other open plan business lounges which may not always be suitable to your business requirements where you can tap into the expertise of the Skills for Enterprise staff all in a get ready to work office space designed just for you in a vibrant business hub.

This is the perfect answer to those of you who don’t require a permanent office, do not want the headache of property ownership or lease agreements, however would like a ready made office when you really need to focus and get some much needed work done! This is an excellent way to get serious about your business! Our hot desks aim to provide you with a professional working environment, where you can meet, develop and be inspired. We are focused on developing a dynamic working environment for our members along with practical facilities to use in order to work, and the best thing is you can use the hot desking service on a pay as you go basis.

So hot desking is the opportunity to work in a managed office with your own desk, phone and internet connection. It provides the opportunity to work in a professional environment and if you have a meeting will give the impression of being professional and well established in your company. This is ideal for those of you who want to portray the image of being a professional, established business based in the city centre. We will even have our receptionist meet and greet your clients if you have appointments. There are many advantages to hot desking for entrepreneurs – anyone can have a desk and gain internet access, however, working alongside other enterprising, motivational and inspirational individuals allows your creative juices to flow better and create further motivation to get your business to the place it needs to.

You maybe wondering what the prices are for a service like this, well they vary from organisation to organisation and very much depend upon what’s on offer. Currently, Skills for Enterprise offer all of our Leicester Business Women members reduced rates for access to a hotdesk at a rate of £15 per day plus VAT. You will have your own fully equipped office, with a desk, telephone and high speed internet connection, access to our kitchen facilities, and the chance to pick our brains for ideas or propose suggestions – great for those of you wanting to work in a professional capacity and environment with like minded people around you. And as you already know from attending our programme or any of our networking events, there is a certain type of synergy and inspiration which can come from working with talented, like minded people in the same place.

Our hotdesks are available Mon – Fri 8.00am – 5.00pm. To book or if you would like a hot desk outside of these hours or over the weekends, please contact us to discuss your individual requirements on 0116 2518 730.

The Food Enterprise Network

Are you looking to start a food enterprise business? If so, The Food Enterprise workshop maybe able to help you with this.

Also, for a limited time, you can apply for a £250 food enterprise start up grant. Ideal for any start up costs that you may have to deal with in the early stages of a business.

The Food Enterprise Workshop is designed to help individuals who are interested in starting their own food business but need that extra bit of motivational or business support.

The free two day workshop breaks down the key legal requirements of what you must do to start a business and offers access to free ingredients so you can test your own ideas in a real life market environment.

We have a professional and dedicated workshop coach housed within a purpose built workshop fully equipped with modern catering facilities located conveniently in Leicester‘s Indoor Market.

For more information, please click on the link http://www.thefoodworkshop.co.uk/index.html