16-18
Achieving your vocational qualification is only part of your college experience. As a 16-18-year-old at Lewisham College you will be on a study programme designed to give you the essential skills needed to progress into further study or employment within your chosen career.
Browse our range of courses below and unlock your potential.
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Art and Design
There’s nothing better than the sense of achievement you get from creating your own designs – apart from the thrill of seeing other people appreciate them too. Art is the ultimate way of expressing yourself, and making it your career means you’ll get to do what you love, every day.
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Graphic designers
£33,000
Artists
£30,000
Product, clothing and related designers
£43,000
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Business Accounting and Law
Have you got what it takes to make it in the business world? Whether you want to specialise in accountancy, marketing or human resources, or have your sights set on rising to the top as a CEO, our experienced tutors and strong business partnerships will set you on the right track to succeed.
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Management consultants and business analysts
£42,000
IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
£46,000
Business and related associate professionals n.e.c.
£34,000
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Catering and Hospitality
A professional kitchen is one of the most creative, exhilarating and demanding environments around – and if you were born to cook there’s nowhere you’d rather be. Train as a chef and your next step could be a 5-star hotel or Michelin starred restaurant.
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Catering and bar managers
£22,000
Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors
£68,000
Kitchen and catering assistants
£35,000
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Construction
With the building trade booming across the capital, highly skilled construction workers are in high demand. If you enjoy physical as well as mental work and like to see your achievements come to life, studying on one of our specialist courses will lead you to a fantastic career with great earning potential.
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- BTEC Introductory Diploma in Engineering (Level 1) Programme
- Certificate in Introduction to Construction (Entry 3) Programme
- Certificate in Multitrade Construction Activities (Level 1) Programme
- Diploma in Bricklaying (Level 1) Programme
- Diploma in Bricklaying (Level 2) Programme
- Diploma in Building Maintenance Multi-Trade Repair & Refurbishment Ops (Level 2) Programme
- Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery (Level 1) Programme
- Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery (Level 2) Programme
- Diploma in Construction Multi-Skills (Level 1) Programme
- Diploma in Dry Lining (Level 2) Programme
- Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings & Structures) (Level 2) Programme
- Diploma in Painting and Decorating (Level 1) Programme
- Diploma in Painting and Decorating (Level 2) Programme
- Diploma in Plumbing Studies (Level 1) Programme
- Diploma in Plumbing Studies (Level 2) Programme
- Diploma in Wall and Floor Tiling (Level 2) Programme
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Production managers and directors in construction
£110,000
Construction and building trades supervisors
£56,000
Construction and building trades n.e.c.
£30,000
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Drama
For some people, the stage is quite simply the best place in the world. If you love the limelight and are happiest when you’re expressing yourself through acting, study with us and you could follow in the footsteps of our graduates who are now making their names on TV and in the West End.
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Actors, entertainers and presenters
£37,000
Arts officers, producers and directors
£48,000
Therapy professionals n.e.c.
£64,000
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ESOL English and Maths
No matter what you dream job, you’ll need decent English and maths skills to get your foot on the career ladder. If you left school without the qualifications you need, our courses will help you gain these vital skills – and even have fun while you do!
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Teaching and other educational professionals n.e.c.
£15,000
Teaching assistants
£29,000
Higher education teaching professionals
£33,000
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Early Years
No two days are ever the same when you work with children, and it’s down to you to keep them safe, happy, occupied and eager to learn. If that thought inspires rather than terrifies you, one of our Early Years courses could open the door to a job that’s both challenging and satisfying.
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Child and early years officers
£49,000
Nursery nurses and assistants
£16,000
Teaching and other educational professionals n.e.c.
£15,000
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Hair and Beauty
So your Instagram feed is full of the latest beauty treatment finds, and your friends beg you to do their make-up before a night out. Have you ever thought of making beauty your career? Our beauty courses can lead to a career as a spa therapist, hairdresser or even beauty salon owner.
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Hairdressing and beauty salon managers and proprietors
£26,000
Hairdressers and barbers
£25,000
Beauticians and related occupations
£45,000
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Health and Social Care
There are few careers where you get to make a real difference to people’s lives, but health and social care is one of them. If you’re drawn to helping people – especially those who are vulnerable or socially excluded – taking one of our government-recognised courses will open the door to a very rewarding career.
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- Certificate in Health and Social Care (Level 3) Programme
- Diploma in Introduction to Health Social Care and Childrens and Young Peoples Settings (Level 1) Programme
- Diploma in Skills for Professions in Health and Social Care (Level 2) Programme
- First Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care (Level 2) Programme
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Health services and public health managers and directors
£105,000
Senior care workers
£25,000
Care workers and home carers
£35,000
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IT and Computing
Think of an industry…and now imagine it without IT and computing. Digital skills are the backbone of our modern world and people with these skills are urgently needed by businesses across the capital. By studying IT and computing, you can not only find a job, you can become part of the future.
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- BTEC Diploma in Information & Creative Technology (Level 1) Programme
- BTEC First Extended Certificate in Information & Creative Technology (Level 2) Programme
- BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Information Technology (Level 3) Programme
- Extended Diploma in IT (Direct Entry to Yr2) (Level 3) Programme
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IT engineers
£46,000
Programmers and software development professionals
£52,000
Information technology and telecommunications professionals n.e.c.
£45,000
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Media
Filmmaker, animator, graphic designer…working in the media sector means using your creative skills to entertain, educate and inform. On our media courses you’ll learn the latest techniques, get your hands on state-of-the-art equipment, and build that all-important showreel or portfolio.
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Public relations professionals
£57,000
Advertising and public relations directors
£82,000
Graphic designers
£35,000
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Production Arts
Have you considered a career as a set designer, costume, or prop maker, or maybe you prefer lighting, projection and sound design? Studying on one of our production arts courses will enable you to do what you love whilst helping you gain the skills needed to enter a career in the arts.
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Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
£43,000
Arts officers, producers and directors
£48,000
Journalists, newspaper and periodical editors
£32,000
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Sport and Football Academy
You see exercise as fun and sitting still as hard work. You might dream of scaling the heights of professional football, or you may see your role as helping others achieve their fitness goals through personal training. Either way, one of our sports courses will give you the jumpstart you need.
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Sports coaches, instructors and officials
£19,000
Sports and leisure assistants
£25,000
Leisure and sports managers
£60,000
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Supported Learning
Our mission is to help every student achieve their potential, whatever barriers are in the way, and our Supported Learning courses are specially designed to help you do just that. You’ll become part of a small, friendly group of students and learn at your own pace.
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- Move onto Volunteering Programme
- Pathway to Independence Programme
- Preparation for Adult Life and Work Programme
- Preparation for Internship Programme
- Preparation for Transition Programme
- Preparation for Work - Working in a Cafe Programme
- Preparation for Work - Working in Horticulture Programme
- Skills for Art and Design Programme
- Skills for Catering Programme
- Skills for Customer Services
- Skills for Performing Arts Programme
- Supported Employment Project 3Cs Programme
- Supported Internship (Brockley Restaurant) Programme
- Supported Internship: Phoenix Housing Programme
- Vocational Tasters Programme
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