Easton College FE Prospectus 2010

Agriculture
Public Services
Animal Management
Arboriculture
Veterinary Nursing
Countryside Management
Equestrian Studies
Wildlife Conservation
Sport
Floristry
Literacy and Numeracy

full-time
Gamekeeping
prospectus
2010
Horticulture
Land-based Engineering and Mechanisation

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Garden Design
The College continues to benefit from
considerable investment to provide
facilities for our consistently growing
student population. A great deal of our
teaching facilities are new and we have
undertaken major refurbishment of all
teaching accommodation.
The main teaching block includes
a learning resources centre, lecture
theatre, demonstration rooms, and
high quality IT facilities. Significant
developments in 2009/2010 include a
new building doubling our capacity with
additional classrooms and social areas
for students, plus a new Equestrian and
Animal Welfare Centre and significant
enhancement to our sporting facilities
- especially in respect of tennis, field
sports and a new all-weather pitch. These
facilities provide a great environment
in which to study and enjoy college life,
and together with skilled specialist staff,
strong links with local industry and
At Easton College our goal is ensuring concentration of specialist areas, these
that each student achieves their full will help Easton College to give you the
potential in order to provide the best possible start to your career.
foundation for their future career. I hope this prospectus gives you an
We have a long history of providing insight into what we have to offer and
quality courses for the agricultural and underlines our commitment to providing
horticultural industries. Over the last the best possible learning experience. My
decade this has been complemented colleagues and I would be delighted to
with the development of a broader range welcome you to the College.
of specialist vocational courses ranging
from animal care, equine studies and
countryside management to sport studies David Lawrence,
and public services. Principal.
The University of strongly on vocational skills in key areas

East Anglia (UEA) of the Norfolk economy.
is working in UEA is an internationally renowned
partnership with university with a reputation for top
Easton College quality research and teaching in a wide
to widen access to higher education range of subject areas. It has a student
through the provision of a range of population of over 14,000 at the
Foundation Degrees which focus campus on the outskirts Norwich.
2 Easton College full-time prospectus 2010

How to apply Principal’s Message......................................................................2
How to apply...............................................................................3
This prospectus can give you a good A good place to study..................................................................4
indication of what you will do and what
is expected of you in our courses. If you Something for everyone...............................................................4
wish to apply for a place at Easton College Residential Accommodation.........................................................4
please complete the application form in
the prospectus and return to: FREEPOST, Facilities......................................................................................5
Student Information Centre, Easton
College, Easton, Norwich, Norfolk
Support for students....................................................................5
NR9 5BR. Becoming a student.....................................................................6
Applications are accepted at any time
throughout the year. You can also apply via
Apprenticeships...........................................................................9
our website - www.easton.ac.uk. Agriculture................................................................................10
Applicants will normally be invited for
an interview at the College with the course
Animal Management.................................................................14
tutor. This will last for about an hour. The Arboriculture.............................................................................18
interview is informal and you will be given
the opportunity to discuss in detail the Countryside Management..........................................................20
suitability of your chosen course. You may Wildlife Conservation.................................................................22
also receive a tour of the campus. You may
bring a friend or relative with you. Gamekeeping............................................................................24
If we are able to offer you a place on Equestrian Studies.....................................................................26
a course we will confirm this in writing,
which will include any conditions such as Floristry.....................................................................................30
successfully meeting the required entry Garden Design..........................................................................32
qualifications for your chosen course.
If you have any queries about any Horticulture...............................................................................34
aspect of College life, staff within the Land-based Engineering and Mechanisation...............................38
Student Information Centre will be happy
to help. Their direct telephone number is Public Services...........................................................................40
01603 731232. Sport........................................................................................42
Veterinary Nursing ....................................................................50
Literacy and Numeracy...............................................................52
Entry to Employment.................................................................54
Entry and Level 1 Courses...........................................................56
Higher Education.......................................................................58
All college literature, including this
Access to Higher Education and Access to Level 3 Courses...........60
prospectus, can be available in either News........................................................................................62
large print, braille or on audio tape if
required. Please contact the Student
Application Form.......................................................................65
Information Centre for more details. Campus Plan.............................................................................67
For a large print version of this prospectus

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A good place to Something for
study everyone
Following Easton College’s inspection The focus of the College is on vocational
by OFSTED (Office for Standards in courses, with qualifications such as First
Education) in November 2006, the Diplomas and National Diplomas and
College continues to be judged a good Foundation Degrees making up the
college with particular strengths in pass majority of full-time provision. The main
rates for students at all levels, use of emphasis being ‘hands on’ practical work,
information technology, responsiveness combined with classroom-based activity.
to employers’ needs and strong Work experience/placements form an
leadership and management. Inspection integral part of our education process and
of the College residential accommodation are undertaken in most curriculum areas.
was judged to be providing a good You will benefit from external trips linked
standard of care for residential students to your area of study. These will provide an
with particular strengths in support invaluable insight into related industries.
for students with personal problems, Apprenticeship programmes are
student consultation and information and available in: Agriculture, Animal and
rigorous health and safety monitoring. Horse Care, Arboriculture, Business
The Student Information Centre holds Administration, Customer Care,
accreditation through the Matrix Quality Environmental Conservation, Farming and
Standard for Excellence in providing Livestock, Food and Drink Manufacture,
information, advice and guidance to Floristry, Gamekeeping, Horticulture,
students. Land-based Vehicle Service and
Easton College is located 7 miles west Production Engineering, Sport and Sports
of Norwich, next to the Royal Norfolk
Residential
Turf, Supply Chain Management and
Showground, near Longwater Business Veterinary Nursing.
Park. An ideal place to study in unique There is an Entry to Employment
surroundings, being set in 245 hectares of
idyllic countryside and farmland with good
(E2E) programme for those who wish to
develop their skills and confidence before accommodation
transport links across Norfolk including its starting an apprenticeship or full-time
own dedicated bus routes. course. The College provides 122 rooms on the
College site in single study bedrooms
for students unable to travel daily to
undertake their courses. These comprise
some rooms with ensuite facilities and
others with shared bathroom/toilet
facilities. Accommodation costs include
all meals (Monday - Sunday inclusive)
and support may be available to students
from lower income families through the
Residential Bursary scheme. Demand for
residential accommodation generally
exceeds supply and interested students
are recommended to apply early.

Facilities netball courts, ample training grounds and
all-weather pitch. Safeguarding
The refectory serves a wide range of
Our main teaching block, the Jubilee hot and cold meals, throughout the day. Ensuring all students are safe on site
Building, contains classrooms, Ingredients for menus are sourced from and during their course activities is of
laboratories, demonstration rooms and local Norfolk producers wherever possible. paramount importance to the College
IT suites. It is also where the Student The College bar is open every evening for and staff. If you have any concerns, speak
Information Centre is located, the first students (over 18 rules apply for alcohol). to your tutor or contact us through -
point of contact for any prospective or Other facilities include a 24-horse Learnervoice@easton.ac.uk
existing students who require information, stable block, indoor and outdoor riding
Support for students

advice and guidance. The Learning schools, a cross-country course, newly
Resources Centre is also based in this opened indoor equestrian centre and
building. A Café is available for students to outdoor arena and a purpose-built animal
work on their laptops. welfare centre. The College Farm grows One of the College’s strengths is the
The Sports and Conference Centre a range of arable crops and comprises support we offer to all students. Learner
has an air-conditioned gymnasium with a dairy unit, pig unit, sheep flock and Mentors and Support Staff offer a variety of
a range of weights and cardio-vascular poultry facilities, organic farming has different support tailored to suit individual
machines. The large sports hall is used also been developed. The deer park needs. All full-time learners study key skills
for a wide range of activities, including was planned and built by students. The (functional skills). The support accessed
participation in sporting and enrichment Animal Care Centre has an extensive by students is wide ranging and includes
activities, from aerobics and trampolining range of animals including reptiles, support for specific learning difficulties and
to badminton, cricket and football. aquatics, birds and small mammals. There 1-to-1 classroom assistance. Support issues
Outdoor facilities include full-size football is also a vet nursing room and a fully will be discussed at interview and an initial
pitches, rugby pitch, outdoor tennis and equipped grooming parlour. support plan devised.

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Becoming a student Financial help and advice
If you are aged 16 - 18 on 31st August
bursary from the College or another
source and you can request financial
2010, and have lived in the UK for at assistance by completing an application
least 3 years, you will not have to pay form for funding support.
College Familiarisation Days tuition, examination or administration We can advise you on studying
As part of our commitment to fees on full-time courses and many part- whilst in receipt of benefits and can
offering you the best possible start time courses. also advise on student loans. If you
to College life, you will be invited Client Liaison Officers in the Student start to experience financial difficulties
to attend a College Familiarisation Information Centre can give assistance once you have started a course at
Day in July. The aim of the day is and advice on applying for financial Easton College you should, in the
to show you around the College, support towards the cost of your course. first instance, contact the Student
meet your course tutor and other This is important if you have financial Information Centre to establish where
students on your chosen course concerns. You may be eligible for a there may be help.
and for us to answer any questions
you might have before you start in
September. These are an important
and enjoyable part of your transition
into College life so please try and
attend.
You will be given the date of your

Familiarisation Day for your chosen course
following your interview.
For individuals wishing to find out

more before applying we have planned
Information Sessions at the College
in 2010:
■ Weds 17 March 4.30 - 7.30 pm

■ Sat 20 March 10.00 - 1.00 pm
■ Annual College Open Day
Sun 6 June 10.00 - 4.00 pm
■ Weds 14 July 4.30 - 7.30 pm
Equality and Diversity

All sections of the community are actively
encouraged to apply to Easton College. We
believe in the principle of freedom from
discrimination for everyone regardless
of their age, gender, disability, sexual
orientation, ethnic or national origins,
social or religious background, or of being
part of any other group which may have
experienced discrimination. Students
and staff alike are actively encouraged to
respect others and to recognise their worth.

Education Maintenance
CHANGE TO ALL Allowance (EMA)
Education Maintenance Allowances are
DIPLOMA COURSE weekly payments worth up to £30.00 for
TITLES students who are aged 16 to 18 and who
For 2010 the First and are looking to progress from Year 11 of
High School into Further Education. There
National Diplomas will are also bonuses of up to £200.00 a year
have different titles, we if you remain on your chosen course and
have added these below your progress, behaviour and attendance
the current titles, and some are good.
You will be entitled to an EMA if you
content may change as a
are aged 16-18 and studying a full-time
result. further education course or an Entry
to Employment (E2E) programme and
Further Education fees your family annual household income is
College fees for the year commencing £30,810 or less (at 2009). It does not affect
September 2009 are given, but these are any other benefits your family may receive
likely to change for September 2010. such as Housing Benefit, Income Support
or Child Benefit. For an information pack
Tuition fees (per year) please speak to your High School Careers
■ Certificate in Skills for Working Life Teacher or Connexions Adviser, or the
£1051* Student Information Centre at the College.
■ First Diploma £1350*
■ National Diploma £1501* Higher Education
All students on Higher Education courses are
Registration/exam fees expected to make a financial contribution
(payable at beginning of course) towards their tuition fees. The amount to
■ Certificate in Skills for Working Life be paid next year is about £3300 for (year 1)
£73* for a full-time programme (two years), and
■ First Diploma £109* pro-rata for part-time programmes (three
■ National Diploma £158* years). Students Loans are available. Student
Finance England is responsible for financial
*If you are aged 16-18 on 31st August, support with tuition fees, support loans and
2009 and live in the UK these fees do not maintenance grants for students on Higher
apply. Education courses. Full-time students are
also eligible to apply for a non-repayable
International Students maintenance grant of up to £2835 per year
International students on full-time (2009). Student Finance England website is
further education courses pay www.studentfinanceengland.co.uk
approximately £8000 per academic
year, part-time students £5000 per
Bursary - £1000 each year
year. International students on Higher
All full-time students are entitled to
Education Foundation Degrees pay
a non-repayable Easton College HE
course fees of £11,500 per academic
Bursary of £1000 at the completion of
year. (Prices correct at September
each year.
2009).

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Adult Learning Grant (ALG) stops in the village (10 minutes walk to
The Adult Learning Grant, provides a the College) throughout the day.
weekly grant of up to £30 for students 16 -18 year old students can apply for
aged 19 or over, who are earning £19513 a travel pass to use on the buses and/or
a year or less or £30810 if married or trains. Please contact your local County
living with a partner (2009 values). You Council. For students resident in Norfolk,
should be working towards your first please contact the Passenger Transport
Level 2 or Level 3 qualification. Contact Unit, telephone number: 0344 800 8003,
the Student Information Centre for an or www.norfolk.gov.uk/post16transport
application pack or the Adult Learning for an application form. Parents will be
Grant Helpline on 0800 121 8989. required to contribute towards costs - the
amount will depend on family income
High School Vocational and circumstances. It is advisable to do
Learning/Day visits for School this as soon as possible as NCC only
Groups guarantee that bus passes will arrive
Courses are offered to students from in September if you have applied by
local high schools in Years 10 and 11 July. The welfare of residential students,
as part of their Key Stage 4 curriculum. For students who are unable to use particularly those under 18 living away
Students come to Easton College for public transport, please contact the from home for the first time, is of
1 day a week for a period of up to County Council about the possibility of paramount importance. We actively
2 years, working towards Level 1 or taxi transport. encourage parents to be a part of this,
Level 2 qualifications in Agriculture, For students who have their own and the Head of Student Services is
Horticulture, Animal Care, Countryside transport the College has ample free prepared to talk to students and/or
Skills, Sport, Public Services or Applied parking and a car sharing scheme may be parents at any time about any issues
Science. The Schools Liaison Department in operation. regarding accommodation.
also arranges a programme of day visits
for schools. The Schools Barn provides a Living on campus Eating on campus
heated classroom base for the visits with There is accommodation on campus for The Refectory provides three meals a day
an adjacent conservation area, pond and 122 FE students, comprising of single- for residential students. All non-residents
woodland garden. Guides take groups occupancy rooms. Living in should be may also use these facilities. Wherever
around the farm and estate and the visit considered if you live some distance from possible, special dietary requirements will
programmes are linked to the National College, or have transport difficulties. be catered for. There are also cafés within
Curriculum. For more information By living on-site you will be part of a the Jubilee Building, one in the halls of
contact the Schools Liaison Department community in which we hope you will want residence and a new café in the Equestrian
on 01603 731257. to actively participate. At the beginning Centre serving rolls and snacks daily and
of each year a Student Council and various vending machines around the
Transport to Easton College Student Social Committee is elected and campus selling cold drinks and snacks.
Buses run direct to Easton College in conjunction with Residential Staff they
from Norwich, Dereham, Thetford, will plan and co-ordinate a series of social There are a variety of games played
Wymondham, Attleborough, Fakenham, activities both on and off the campus. in the sports hall during the evenings
Wells, North Walsham, Toftwood, The cost of a single room is £87.00 a and weekends. All students receive
Shipdham/Watton, Swaffham and week and ensuite rooms cost £135.00 free membership of the Sports and
Downham Market. Full details are (2009/10) subject to review for 2010/11 Conference Centre, although there is an
available on our website www.easton. including breakfast, lunch and evening initial charge of £10 for an induction to
ac.uk. There is also a half-hourly service meal. Please contact the Student the gym. Students are able to use the
from Great Yarmouth to Norwich and Information Centre for more details or an Sports Centre Gymnasium free of charge
Norwich to Peterborough (X1) which Accommodation Guide is available. during off-peak times.

Apprenticeships
For those who want to train whilst
in employment, the College offers
a range of Apprenticeships with
training funded by the Learning and
Skills Council. You will be trained at
your employer’s workplace gaining
hands-on experience in your chosen
career, and attend college on a day
release basis. There are two main
routes available: Apprenticeships
and Advanced Apprenticeships. Each
is designed to meet the particular
needs and abilities of young people,
and provide employers with the With both programmes apprentices On-going support is available from a
skilled workforce they need. In order build a portfolio of evidence whilst training, Placement Officer and Assessor
to participate you will need to find showing that they are competent in given They will develop an individual training
an employer who is willing to pay a situations. You are assessed regularly, both programme for you that will maximise your
minimum of £95* a week and support in the workplace and at College. potential which will give you the sector-
you whilst you are training. specific training you require.
Could an Apprenticeship work
Apprenticeship (12-18 months) for me? Studying Key Skills (Functional Skills)
Apprentices work towards a Level 2 There are many benefits to following These are built into all Apprenticeships so in
Work-based Diploma (formally NVQ) an Apprenticeship or Advanced addition to a portfolio of evidence, you will
and a Technical Certificate, as well as Apprenticeship, these include: also improve your skills of communication,
gaining key business skills that employers application of number and IT.
look for, such as application of number, The best of both worlds
communication and IT. Apprenticeships You can combine “on-the-job” training with Additional qualifications
also include an individual training College attendance where you will learn the These programmes are tailored to the
programme that is specific to the sector in underpinning skills and knowledge required needs of the job you are doing. Sector-
which you are working in. to carry out your work safely and effectively. specific training will be part of the
programme. For example if you are on a
Advanced Apprenticeship You will get paid whilst you are training Sport Apprenticeship you could undertake
(12-24 months) For an Apprenticeship you must be coaching qualifications, whilst Agriculture
Upon successful completion of an employed at a minimum of £95* per week Apprentices could benefit from pesticide
Apprenticeship it is possible to progress (August 2009). To undertake an Advanced or tractor driving qualification.
to an Advanced Apprenticeship where Apprenticeship scheme you must be
you work towards a Level 3 Work-based employed and paid the appropriate salary *If you work in agriculture your weekly pay
Diploma (formally NVQ), which will teach rate for the position. must reflect the current Agricultural Wages
you about working in a supervisory/ Order.
technical role. Key skills (functional skills), Real-life experiences
Technical Certificates and additional Gained through having “hands-on”
qualifications are included. It is possible to experience in an area that you are interested
come straight into this level if you have the in, which can be the starting point to a long
necessary experience and/or qualifications. and successful career.

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Agriculture
Agriculture and
Land-based Technology
The complexity and technology

embodied in today’s land-based
equipment requires a skilled and
competent workforce to complement
it. A clear and concise understanding
of theoretical principles and rural
development issues, together with
sound practical skills, are necessary
to ensure both efficient and cost
effective management. There are
rewarding career opportunities
within agriculture for everyone
demonstrating these skills, whether
from a farming background or not.
Facilities at Easton College include
a 245 hectare estate (120 hectares
arable), a pedigree dairy herd of 100+
cows plus followers, 300+ ewes,
a pig unit, demonstration poultry
unit, technology suite, welding
and fabrication workshop, service
and repair workshop, power unit
workshop and an extensive range of
farm vehicles and machinery. Entry and Foundation Level 2 qualifications
Level Course
Centre of Vocational First Diploma in Agriculture
Excellence Entry Level qualification [New title: Level 2 BTEC Diploma in
(see page 56) Agriculture]
Easton College has been 1 year full-time.
awarded a Centre of Certificate in Skills for Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grades
Vocational Excellence (CoVE) Working Life D-G (Science at grade D) or NVQ Level
in Land Management (see page 54 and 56) 1 plus 2 GCSEs grade D-G or Level 1
(Rural Enterprise) by the Learning and qualification normally Merit profile overall
Skills Council, as we are a high achieving Level 1 qualifications plus 2 key skills.
college who provide areas of specialism. It The course: Primarily aimed at post-Year
underlines our commitment to the Land- Introductory Diploma in 11 students, this course provides a good
based sector, where the College is regarded Vocational Studies/ introduction into agriculture and related
as providing industry with a well trained, Entry to Employment industries, including machinery, crops
highly skilled workforce. (see page 54 and 56) and livestock husbandry. Assessment is by

Apprenticeship You will learn a wide range of practical
Day release over 12 to 24 months, usually skills from your employer, with both theory
4 days with employer, 1 day in college. and practical training covered in college.
Apprenticeships available in the Course content includes:
following areas: The apprenticeship covers theory and
■ Service Engineering practical training. First aid training and an
■ Livestock Production additional short course are included.
■ Crop Production Progression:
■ Poultry Production ■ Advanced Modern Apprenticeship
■ Mixed Farming ■ National Diploma in Agriculture
Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grades ■ Employment
D-G (including 2 at grade D) or successful
completion of a Level 1 qualification. You will Level 3 qualifications
need a suitable agreed employer. The college
may be able to help find employment. New approach to Agricultural
The course: To provide students with Education for 2010
the necessary skills required to carry
out the main tasks involved with their National Diploma in Agriculture
chosen apprenticeship. Assessment is by (Easton College Technical Diploma)
completion of a portfolio of evidence and [New title: Level 3 BTEC Extended
regular assessment by a college assessor. Diploma in Agriculture]
2 years full-time.
Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at
grades A-C (Science at grade A-C) or
First Diploma (normally Merit overall) or
National Award or BTEC First Certificate
(Merit overall) plus 2 GCSEs grades A-C or
other Level 2 qualifications.
Easton College in partnership with
leading farmers in the East of England
have developed a new approach to
a combination of assignments, practical training the farmers of the future. This
tests and class presentations. new course builds on the strengths
Course content includes: of existing courses and practice and
■ Introduction to Crop Husbandry combines them to provide a programme
■ Livestock Husbandry to educate and train an employable
■ Estate Skills workforce which is capable of taking on
■ Land-based Industries the new and exciting challenges of the
■ Machinery and Workshop Skills agricultural industry.
■ Tractor Use Farmers have told us that they value
■ Work Experience and Key Skills a comprehensive mix of practical skills
Progression: training, academic study and practical
Normally dependent on the outcome/profile experience and the following structure
of grades achieved, and routes could be: has met with their approval.
■ National Diploma in Agriculture With this in mind, you will have an
■ Apprenticeship induction period in the summer followed by
■ Employment work experience over the harvest period.

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Agriculture
Then you have periods of blocks in
College and in approved placements. This
will take you through to the end of March
of your second year. During this time you
will study modules such as:
■ Livestock and Crop Husbandry
■ Plant and Soil Science
■ Business Management and Planning
■ IT
■ Estate Skills
■ Farm Mechanisation
■ Farm Diversification
■ Sustainable Farming Systems
■ Root Crops and Field Vegetables
■ Organic Farming
■ Farm Habitat Management
■ Principles of Machinery
■ Animal Health
■ Key Skills and Work Experience
Progression:
■ Foundation Degree In Agricultural
Management at Easton College
■ Other Higher Education courses
■ Employment
At this stage you will then move

seamlessly onto an Advanced Agricultural
Apprenticeship which gives you the
opportunity to prove your knowledge and
practical skills in the industry.
Throughout these two years, you will
also be trained and assessed in a number
of relevant proficiency qualifications.
This complete package will turn you
into a well qualified and experienced
employee with an excellent opportunity
for employment in this exciting and
thriving industry.
This programme, based at Easton
College and making use of the extensive
resources on campus, also provides the
opportunity to work alongside some of
our partners such as Morley Farms, John

Innes Centre and the University of East
Anglia who validate the programme and
partner the college in non food crop
research through InCrops.
Higher Education
Foundation Degree in
Agricultural Management
Offered in partnership with University of
East Anglia this is a 2 year full-time or 3
year part-time course enabling students
to study and work.
Entry requirements: Successful
completion of level 3 qualification -
National Diploma, NVQ level 3 or 2
A levels (160 credits) one in relevant
subject such as Biology, Chemistry or
Maths. Mature students without these
qualifications who have relevant work
experience are invited to contact the
College for a personal discussion with the
Course Tutor.
Course content includes:
■ Research Methods
■ Principles of Biological Science
■ Land-based Business
■ Farmland Habitats
■ Crop Mechanisation Management
■ Livestock Production
■ Farm Services and Building
■ Data Analysis & Research
■ Work-based Learning
■ Organic Production.
Progression:
■ BA Professional Studies at UEA
■ BSc/ BA ‘top up’ courses at other
universities
■ Employment

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The redevelopment and expansion
that has taken place at the College
reflects the growing professionalism
needed to work within the Animal
Management sector. There is
always keen competition for jobs
Animal Management
within the animal care industry and
often the best opportunities are
there for those with appropriate
training and qualifications. Facilities
at Easton College include a new
animal welfare centre for our
2009 academic year, dedicated
exotics and aquatics rooms, a
dog-grooming parlour, kennels,
veterinary suite to include, isolation
area, prep room, lecture rooms and
science facilities. The laboratories
allow students the opportunity
to investigate biological and
chemical processes at a practical
level. In recent years students have
secured employment with a variety
of animal care employers, zoos,
veterinary practices, the RSPCA,
welfare shelters and pet shops.
As well as increasing numbers
progressing to Higher Education/
Foundation Degrees. Level 2 qualifications and assessment is by a mixture of lectures,
practical instruction, group discussion,
First Diploma in Animal Care individual or group assignments, work
Entry Level qualification [New title: Level 2 BTEC Diploma in experience and assessed assignments.
Animal Care] Students will be learning practical skills
Certificate in 1 year full-time. in all aspects of small animal care and
Skills for Working Life Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grades welfare, equipping students with skills
(see page 56) D-G (Science at grade D) or NVQ Level to gain employment within the industry.
1 plus 2 GCSEs grade D-G or Level 1 Students will also gain ‘hands-on’
Level 1 qualification qualification normally Merit profile overall experience in the form of a compulsory
plus 2 key skills. work experience placement.
Introductory Diploma in The course: Provides a firm foundation Course content (subject to change):
Vocational Studies/ in a broad range of skills required to either ■ Animal Care
Entry to Employment take up employment in the animal care ■ Introduction to Biology
(see page 54 and 56) industry or to continue training. Teaching ■ Animal Health

Animal Care Apprenticeship
[New title: Level 2 work-based
Diploma in Animal Care]
This qualification is undertaken through
work-based assessment with some
workshop sessions to support portfolio
building.
Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grades
D-G (including 2 at grade D) or successful
completion of a Level 1 qualification.
Students need to be Employed. The College
may be able to help find employment.
The course: Seeks to develop the
practical expertise and background
knowledge required to establish a career provides a nationally recognised vocational
in the animal care industry. qualification for those seeking supervisory/
Course content includes: managerial employment in the animal care
■ Safe Working Practices industry or to move into higher education.
■ Care of Animals There will be a mixture of lectures, practical
■ Diets and Accommodation sessions and seminars. Students will also
■ Recording Information gain ‘hands-on’ experience in the form of
■ Loading/Transporting Animals a compulsory work-experience placement
■ Assisting with Veterinary Treatments undertaken throughout studies.
■ Customer Care Course content includes some
■ Key Skills (Functional Skills) optional modules (subject to change):
Progression: ■ Business Management
■ National Diploma in Animal ■ Principles of Animal Science
Management or related area ■ Nutrition
■ Advanced Apprenticeship ■ Practical Animal Handling
■ Employment ■ Animal Collections
■ Breed Development and Welfare
Level 3 qualifications ■ Biochemistry and Microbiology
■ Industry Experience ■ Animal Behaviour and Welfare
■ Industry and Organisations National Diploma in ■ Wildlife Rehabilitation
■ Key Skills (Functional Skills) Animal Management ■ Animal Health
■ Optional modules in breeds, grooming, [New title: Level 3 BTEC Extended ■ Kennel/Cattery Management
nursing, exotics or estate skills. Diploma in Animal Management] ■ Management of Exotics
Progression: 2 years full-time. ■ Management of Aquatics
Normally dependent on the outcome/ Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at ■ Ecology and Conservation
profile of grades achieved, and routes grades A-C (Science at grade A-C) or ■ Key Skills (Functional Skills)
could be: First Diploma (normally Merit overall) or Students are able to select some modules
■ National Diploma in Animal National Award or BTEC First Certificate in their second year.
Management or Agriculture or related (Merit overall) plus 2 GCSEs grades A-C or Progression:
subject depending on achieving the other Level 2 qualifications. ■ Foundation Degree in Animal Science
course entry requirements The course: Carries the same UCAS and Welfare at Easton College
■ Apprenticeship points weighting and is equivalent to ■ Other Higher Education courses
■ Employment studying 3 A Levels. The programme ■ Employment

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Veterinary Route
National Diploma In Animal
Management [New title: Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal
Care/Veterinary route]
Animal Management
Overview
Historically the National Diploma
in Animal Management has not
been viewed as providing a suitable
grounding to allow a learner to
progress into a Veterinary career.
However recent developments in the
form of the RVC Gateway programme
have provided a vocational pathway
into Veterinary Medicine. The most
recent development announced by
the RVC are changes in their entry
requirements; to accept, from
2010, National Diploma in Animal
Management students directly on the
BSc in Veterinary Medicine. Acceptance
via this route requires the inclusion
of specified units within the National
Diploma in Animal Management
course being studied. However this
qualification will not be sufficient to
gain entry into all institutions offering
degrees in Veterinary Medicine /
Science. This pathway could also
provide learners with a foundation
to enter the higher education
environment to study other physical
sciences. Some content is subject to
change in line with QCF changes. Core Modules
■ Investigative Project in the Animal
Entry requirements: The entry Year 1 Management Sector
requirements to study the course would (some content is subject to change) ■ Work Related Experience in the Animal
be 5 GCSEs at A*/B to include Maths, ■ Animal Health Management Sector
English and Double Science preferably ■ Animal Biology ■ Animal Behaviour
at A or A*. Currently the RVC does not ■ Animal Anatomy and Physiology ■ Fundamentals of Science
accept resits so all GCSE grades must be ■ Practical Animal Handling and ■ Scientific Investigation in Animal
gained at the first attempt. Husbandry Management

Optional Modules
In additional to gaining the scientific
knowledge learners will also require
practical skills. Consequently in the
second year learners would have the
option of studying three modules
from Aquatics Management, Exotic
Animal Management, Farm Livestock
Management, Kennel and Cattery
Management or Animal Nursing.
Work Experience
Work experience will be compulsory and
undertaken in two different placements;
one must be in a veterinary practice,
preferably in the first year. The work
experience would be most beneficial to
the students if it was block release with
4 weeks being completed in each year of
the course. To minimise the impact upon
any subjects which are delivered within
the two semesters the blocks are able to
be organised so that one week is early on
in the academic year, a two week block
occurs at the end of semester 1/beginning
making to prepare them for a supervisory
of semester 2 and the final week occurs
role in their future career.
towards the end of the year.
■ Safe Working Practices
Restrictions
■ Monitoring Animal Health and Well-
This pathway cannot be offered as a
being
National Certificate because it would not
■ Assisting with Veterinary Treatment
provide sufficient entry requirements into
■ Recording Information
Veterinary Medicine/Science. Resit results
■ Animal Transportation
are not accepted so all GCSE and A level
Progression:
entry grades must be gained at the first
■ Foundation Degree in Animal Science
attempt.
and Welfare at Easton College
Advanced Animal Care
■ Employment
Year 2 Apprenticeship
(some content is subject to change) Entry requirements: Successful
■ Animal Nutrition completion of a Level 2 qualification
■ Animal Breeding and Genetics or equivalent or 4 GCSEs grades A*- C,
■ Genetics and Genetic Engineering preferably including Maths and English.
■ Animal Welfare and Breed Development The course: This programme will
■ Management of Animal Collections develop students’ practical skills in the
■ Biochemistry and Microbiology in workplace and students will be involved
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Level 2 qualifications
Arboriculture Apprenticeship
Level 2
1 day in College and 4 days in work each
week for 12 to 18 months.
Entry requirements: No formal
requirements, but a positive interest in
arboriculture will need to be shown at
Arboriculture
interview. Candidates will need their own
work placement which the College will
assist with if necessary.
The course: This course will look to
provide candidates with the necessary
skills required to carry out the main tasks
of an arborist. There is a high emphasis on
practical skills and industry experience.
You will be required to keep a portfolio
of evidence of the work which you have
completed at work, and will be regularly
assessed at college.
■ Tree Identification
■ Chainsaw use
■ Tree climbing & dismantling
■ Tree felling
■ Health & safety
■ Industry placement
Progression:
■ National Diploma in Arboriculture,
Countryside Management or Horticulture
■ Employment or Self Employment
First Diploma in Countryside -

Arboriculture Pathway
[New title: Level 2 BTEC Diploma
in Countryside - Arboriculture
Pathway]
Full-time 1 Year course, 3 days per week.
D-G (Science at grade D) or NVQ Level 1 plus
2 GCSEs grade D-G or Level 1 qualification
normally Merit profile overall plus 2 key skills.

The course: Seeks to provide students
with the necessary skills to carry out the
main tasks of an arboriculturalist. There
is a major emphasis on practical skills
and industry/placement experience.
Students will be required to keep a
portfolio of evidence of the work
completed, and this will be regularly
assessed at the College. Students will
also study Key Skills while at College.
■ Tree Identification
■ Chainsaw use
■ Tree climbing & dismantling
■ Tree felling
■ Health & safety
Progression:
Normally dependent on the outcome/
profile of grades achieved, and routes ■ Carrying out tree inspection surveys and ■ Plant Establishment and Maintenance
could be: understanding statute & common law ■ Arboricultural Tree Identification,
■ National Diploma in Arboriculture, ■ Woodlands and forestry Including Planting and Care
Countryside Management ecology ■ Arboricultural Tree Climbing, Pruning
or Horticulture Progression: and Dismantling
■ Employment or Self Employment ■ RFS Technician’s Certificate ■ Tree Pests and Diseases
■ Advanced Apprenticeship National Diploma will have all these plus
Certificate in ■ A level 3 Arboriculture course 12 other units including:
Arboriculture (Theory) Level 2 ■ Employment ■ Woodland Management
Accredited by ABC. ■ Tree Biology
1 day a week for 1 year. Level 3 Qualifications ■ Tree Surveys and Reports
Entry requirements: GCSE science- ■ Land-based Machinery
based subjects would be an advantage National Diploma in Progression:
or Level 2 or equivalent arboricultural Arboriculture ■ Higher Education
qualifications. All candidates must be [New title: Level 3 BTEC Extended ■ Employment or Self Employment
over 16 years of age. Diploma in Arboriculture]
The course: This course leads to 18 units full time for 2 years. National Award in
industry recognised and respected RFS Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at Arboriculture
Certificate in Arboriculture. It is designed grades A-C (Science at grade A-C) or [New title: Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary
for people employed in the arboriculture First Diploma (normally Merit overall) or Diploma in Arboriculture]
industry. National Award or BTEC First Certificate 6 units 1 day per week for 1 year.
Course content includes: (Merit overall) plus 2 GCSEs grades A-C or National Award will include 6 of the
■ Describing soil formation, nutrient other Level 2 qualifications. above units.
requirements, problems and The Course: Carries the same UCAS
treatment points weighting and is equivalent to
■ Tree biology, physiology, studying 3 A levels.
■ The selection, supply, planting and Course content includes:
aftercare of plants ■ Investigative Project
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Countryside management courses are
both diverse and intense, with work
experience playing an integral part
in all students’ learning processes.
Facilities at Easton College to support
study of the countryside include a 245
hectare estate, mature and recently
planted woodlands and hedgerows, a
species rich wet grassland alongside
the River Yare and numerous ponds
and field margin habitats around
the estate. Wildlife monitoring is an
important aspect of all courses and
the physical resource of the College
enables students to participate in
Countryside Management
bird, wildflower, small mammal and
invertebrate surveys.
The College is part of a national
initiative to captive breed red squirrels
for release into suitable sites. Harvest
mice have been successfully bred and
released into local sites. The Easton
College team is very pleased that
its course is recognised throughout
the country and former students
are in employment with the Norfolk
Wildlife Trust, the National Trust,
District and County Councils, the
Broads Authority, Anglian Water and a
number of private estates.
Entry Level
Certificate in
Skills for Working Life
(see page 56)
Level 1 qualification
Introductory Diploma in
Vocational Studies/
Entry to Employment
(see page 54 and 56)

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First Diploma in
Countryside and Environment
[New title: Level 2 BTEC Diploma in
Countryside and Environment]
1 year full-time.
D-G (including a Science) or NVQ Level 1 plus
2 GCSEs grade D-G or Level 1 qualification
normally Merit profile overall plus 2 key skills.
The course: Provides a foundation
in a broad range of skills required to
gain employment within countryside
management, or to progress into further
education or training. Assessment is by
means of assignments and practical tests.
You will learn practical skills including
habitat management techniques and how
to use machinery such as brushcutters and
tractors.
Wildlife Conservation
■ Practical Skills
■ Tractor Driving and Machinery
■ Wildlife and Conservation Studies
■ Forestry
■ Estate Skills
■ Work Experience
Progression:
Normally dependent on the outcome/profile
of grades achieved, and routes could be:
■ National Diploma
■ Advanced Apprenticeship
■ Employment
National Diploma in Countryside

Management (Wildlife
Conservation) [New title: Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Countryside
Management (Wildlife Conservation)]

2 years full-time.
grades A-C (including a Science A-C) or
The course: Carries the same UCAS points
weighting and is equivalent to studying 3 A
Levels. The emphasis of this course is placed
on developing conservation and ecological
skills which will realise employment
opportunities with a diverse range of
voluntary, governmental or environmental
organisations. Assessment is by a
combination of assignments, presentations,
practical assessments and plant and animal or 2 passes in relevant subjects at A2
identifications. The course is delivered level such as Biology or Geography (160
through lectures, seminars, practical sessions points). Mature students without these
and field visits. In addition to the College qualifications who have relevant work
estate visits are made to sites managed by experience are invited to contact the
organisations such as the National Trust, College for a personal discussion with the
Broads Authority, Natural England and the Course Tutor. The course allows thorough
Norfolk Wildlife Trust. exploration into both scientific and practical
Course content includes: aspects of ecology and conservation.
■ Ecological principles You will have the opportunity to develop
■ Environmental Interpretation knowledge of ecological principles, habitat
■ Estate Skills management and conservation issues at
■ Habitat Management both a local and global scale.
■ Recreation Management Course content includes:
■ Species Identification and Classification ■ Research Methods
■ Environmental Science ■ Principles of Biological Science
■ Machinery ■ Land-based Business
■ Key Skills (Functional Skills) ■ Practical Estate Skills
Progression: ■ British Habitat Management
■ Foundation Degree in Ecology and ■ Biodiversity
Conservation Management at Easton ■ Biological surveys
College ■ Habitat Restoration
■ Other Higher Education courses ■ Work-based Learning
■ Employment ■ Data Analysis and Research
■ Principles of Ecology
Foundation Degree in Ecology
and Conservation Management
2 years full-time or 3 years part-time.
completion of Level 3 qualification -
National Diploma/Certificate/ NVQ 3

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Level 2 qualifications Entry requirements: There are no Course content includes:
formal entry requirements but a positive ■ Key Skills (functional skills)
First Diploma in Countryside and interest in gamekeeping will need to be ■ Game Shooting Activities
Environment (Gamekeeping) shown at interview. ■ Maintenance of Game Populations
[New title: Level 2 BTEC Diploma The course: This apprenticeship will ■ Pests and Predators Control
in Countryside and Environment provide students with the necessary ■ Prevention of Trespass and Poaching
(Gamekeeping)] skills required to carry out the main Plus optional modules such as:
1 year full-time. tasks of a gamekeeper. Assessment is by ■ Control pests with chemical means
Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grades completion of a portfolio of evidence and ■ Hatching and Caring for Chicks
D-G (including a Science) or NVQ Level regular assessment by visiting assessors. ■ Establishing Reared Game Birds
1 plus 2 GCSEs grade D-G or Level 1 The course covers the skills required in the Wild
qualification normally Merit profile overall of a gamekeeper and you will learn by
plus 2 key skills. carrying out various jobs throughout the Level 3 qualifications
The course: Provides individuals with seasons. You will be working alongside
an introduction to the skills required of practising gamekeepers to gain much National Diploma in Countryside
a gamekeeper. Work experience on a of your knowledge, supplemented by Management (Gamekeeping)
shooting estate and practical experience study at College. Alongside the main [New title: Level 3 BTEC Extended
on the College estate, rearing unit and qualification you will achieve key skills and Diploma in Countryside
deer park make this a very hands-on ATV (quad bike) training and certificates Management (Gamekeeping)]
course. Assignments back up practical of competence. 2 years full-time.
assessments to ensure you will learn a
wide range of topics and skills.
■ Game Management (including pest
control, game rearing and deer
management)
■ Forestry and Woodland Management
for Game
■ Game Habitat Management
■ Machinery Operation
Progression:
profile of grades achieved, and routes
could be:
Gamekeeping
■ National Diploma
■ Advanced Apprenticeship
■ Employment
NVQ Level 2
Gamekeeping Apprenticeship
(12-18 months) 4 days at work, 1 day at
College.

grades A-C (including a Science A-C) or
The course: Carries the same UCAS
points weighting and is equivalent to
studying 3 A Levels. The emphasis of this
course is to develop the practical skills
and gain the knowledge required of a full-
time gamekeeper. This is a demanding
career and students need to show
significant commitment to be successful
in this industry. Work experience and
practical skills development are essential
components of this course. Students will
contribute to the running of the college
estate, including running shooting days
and managing the deer park.
Course content includes: appropriate level (single-handed or head
■ Game Management keeper).
■ Game Bird Rearing The course: Seeks to confirm the
■ Working Dogs skills required to be involved in the
■ Deer Management management of an estate. A portfolio
■ Estate Construction Skills of evidence will be produced to illustrate
■ Game Ecology your achievements.
■ Machinery Skills Course content includes:
Progression: ■ Habitat Management
■ Foundation Degrees in Ecology, ■ Game Management
Conservation Management and ■ Health & Safety
Agricultural Management at Easton ■ Public Relations
College Progression:
■ Other Higher Education courses ■ Foundation Degrees in Ecology and
■ Employment Conservation Management or
Agricultural Management at Easton
NVQ Level 3 College (2 years full-time or 3 years
part-time)
Advanced Game Management ■ Other Higher Education courses
Apprenticeship ■ Employment
Block attendance at regular intervals over
1 year. Attendance will be by mutually
agreed dates in order to fit in with your
own work.
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Easton College has built an excellent
reputation over recent years
for training well-motivated and
technically competent students,
who obtain employment in a
wide and diverse range of horse-
related industries such as grooms,
instructors and yard managers. Past
students have obtained employment
as far away as America, Australia and
Portugal.
New facilities
Include a brand new state-of-the-
art Equestrian Centre, including:
an olympic size indoor school
with viewing gallery, an outdoor
arena and cross-country course.
Equestrian Studies
Internal and external stabling, a
horse walker, a solarium and riding
simulator.
Entry Level qualification
Certificate in
(see page 56)
Vocational Studies/
Entry to Employment
First Diploma in Horse Care

Horse Care]
1 year full-time course.

D-G (Science at grade D) or NVQ Level will be working alongside experienced
1 plus 2 GCSEs grade D-G or Level 1 personnel to gain much of their knowledge,
qualification normally Merit profile overall supplemented by study at College.
plus 2 key skills. Course content includes:
The course: Provides a sound basic training ■ Horse Physiology
in the care and management of horses. ■ Anatomy
Assessment is by means of assignments ■ Health
and practical tests. Practical and theoretical ■ Daily Routine
sessions are designed to give students an ■ Clothing
insight into the equine industry. Students ■ Bedding
riding will include dressage, show-jumping ■ Watering and Feeding
and cross-country. Students also take part ■ Tacking
in morning and weekend yard duties as part ■ Riding
of their studies. Progression:
Course content includes: ■ Advanced Apprenticeships
■ Riding horses ■ National Diploma in Horse Management
■ Horse Handling & Exercise ■ Employment
■ Horse Care
■ Industry and Organisations Level 3 qualifications
■ Industry Experience (Riding and non-riding option)
■ Introduction to Plant and Animal
Biology National Diploma
■ Key Skills (Functional Skills) in Horse Management
Progression: [New title: Level 3 BTEC Extended
Normally dependent on the outcome/ Diploma in Horse Management]
profile of grades achieved, and routes 2 years full-time course.
could be: Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grades
■ National Diploma in Horse A-C (Science at grade C) or First Diploma
Management (normally Merit overall) or National Award
■ Advanced Apprenticeships or BTEC First Certificate (Merit overall)
■ Employment plus 2 GCSEs grades A-C or other Level 2
qualifications. Applicants will need to pass
Horse Care Apprenticeship the College riding assessment.
4 days’ work placement, 1 day at College. The course: Carries the same UCAS points
Entry requirements: No formal weighting and is equivalent to studying
requirements, but a positive interest in 3 A Levels. It will provide students with
the equestrian industry will need to be comprehensive training in all aspects of the
shown at interview. Students will need a horse industry. Students will participate in
suitable employer. riding activities including dressage, show-
The course: Provides students with jumping and riding on the road.
the necessary skills required to work as Course content includes:
an employee in the equestrian industry. ■ Horse Husbandry
Assessment is by completion of a portfolio ■ Equine Industry
of evidence and regular assessment by ■ Equine Behaviour and Welfare
visiting assessors. It covers the role of the ■ Business Planning and Management
equestrian employee and basic aspects of ■ Principles of Animal Science
the job throughout the seasons. Students ■ Breeding

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■ Nutrition
■ Equitation Theory and Practice
(on Flat and Over Fences)
Progression:
■ Foundation Degree in Equine
Management at Easton College
■ Employment
Horse Care Advanced

Apprenticeship
4 days’ work placement, 1 day at college or
part-time 1 day a week.
The course: Will provide students with
the necessary skills required to work
at a technical/managerial level in the
equestrian industry. Students must
have successful completion of a Level
Equestrian Studies
2 Apprenticeship or equivalent Level 2
course.
Foundation Degree in
Equine Management
2 years full-time or 3 years part-time.
completion of Level 3 qualification e.g. ■ Animal Husbandry & Management ■ Stable Duties
BTEC National Diploma/ Certificate/ NVQ 3 ■ Work-based Learning Progression:
or 2 passes in relevant subjects at A2 level. ■ BHS Stage 1
Mature students without these qualifications British Horse Society
who have relevant work experience are Training BHS Stage 1 Training
invited to contact the College for a personal Entry requirements: Riding, handling
discussion with the Course Tutor. BHS Horse Owners Certificate and stable experience.
Course content includes: Entry requirements: No formal entry The course: Covers all the training
■ Research Methods requirements. required to undertake BHS Stage 1.
■ Principles of Biological Science The course: Aims to raise awareness of Students wishing to enter the Stage 1
■ Land-based Operations Horsecare for first time owners. There is examination must become a gold
■ Equine Exercise no riding involved. member of the British Horse Society and
■ Animal Nutrition Course content includes: apply for the exam directly to BHS.
■ Equine Breeding ■ Health & Safety Course content includes:
■ Equine Yard and Estate Management ■ Feeding ■ Horse Physiology, Anatomy and Health
■ Performance Horse Management ■ Grooming ■ Daily Routines (bedding, watering and
■ Equine Sports Medicine ■ Rugs and Clothing feeding)

■ Riding (flatwork only)
■ Saddlery, Clothing and Shoeing
■ Grooming and Travelling
■ Lungeing
■ Clipping and Trimming
Progression:
■ BHS Stage 3
BHS Stage 3 (Horse Care Only)

Training
completion of BHS Stage 2.
The course: Provides the training required
to take the BHS Stage 3 exam. Students
wishing to take the exam must be a gold
member of the British Horse Society and
apply for the exam directly to BHS.
■ Horse Physiology, Anatomy and
Health
■ Daily Routines (bedding, watering and
feeding)
■ Riding (flatwork only)
■ Saddlery, Clothing and Shoeing
■ Grooming
■ Lungeing
■ Stable Design
■ Grassland Care Pippa Funnell MBE at the opening of the new Equestrian
and Animal Science Centre - the Sir Nicholas Bacon Centre.
Progression:
■ BHS Stage 4
■ Riding (flatwork only) ■ Giving an oral stable management
■ Saddlery, Clothing and Shoeing BHS Preliminary Teaching Test lecture
Progression: Training ■ Show understanding of Sports
■ BHS Stage 2 Entry requirements: Successful Psychology
completion of BHS Stage 2 or equivalent. ■ Show understanding of Child
BHS Stage 2 The course: Provides students with Protection issues
Entry requirements: BHS Stage 1. the basic skills required to teach equine ■ Business Knowledge and Yard
The course: Covers all the training studies and give clear explanations of Organisation
required to undertake BHS Stage 2. lesson subjects. It consists of training ■ Teaching Theory
Students wishing to enter the Stage 2 and preparation only for the British Horse Progression:
examination must be a gold member of Society examination. Students wishing to ■ Employment
the British Horse Society and apply for the take the PTT examination must be a gold
exam directly to BHS. member of the BHS and apply for the
Course content includes: exam directly to BHS.
■ Horse Psychology, Anatomy and Health Course content includes:
■ Daily Routines (bedding, watering and ■ Giving a class lesson - flat and jump
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Floristry is much more than flower Level 2 qualifications Progression:
arranging. This competitive and ■ City & Guilds Diploma in
growing industry has over 6500 7112-16 City & Guilds Creative Floristry Level 2
businesses across the UK, employing Techniques Level 2 Certificate ■ Employment
more than 25000 people. Florists in Floral Display
create floral decorations for a range of 1 day a week for 1 year. City & Guilds Diploma in
events and occasions, from weddings Entry requirements: Successful Floristry level 2
to funerals, so customer care is very completion of a Level 1 Floristry course or 2 days per week over 1 year.
important. The work involves ordering, a keen interest in floristry. Entry requirements: Successful
monitoring and caring for stock, The Course: Provides an introduction to completion of a Level 1 Floristry course or
cutting, arranging and wrapping floristry and floral designs. 2 GCSEs at grades D-G.
flowers and designing arrangements Course content includes: The Course: Provides learners with
and displays. There are two fully ■ Care and Conditioning a broad range of floristry skills and
equipped purpose built floristry ■ Gift Wrapping and Hand Tied Designs knowledge to enable them to work in the
rooms, and a dedicated cutting garden ■ Wiring Techniques industry or progress to level 3.
from which students can take foliage. ■ Designs in different Materials
Vocational Studies/Entry to
Employment
7111-06 City & Guilds Creative

Techniques Level 1 Award in
Floral Display
Floristry
Available as either 1 evening a week for 10
weeks in the Autumn, Spring or Summer
term or in a 5-day week block during July.
■ Contemporary Floral Design
■ Care and Conditioning
■ Principles and Elements of Design
■ Fresh Arrangements.
Progression:
■ City & Guilds Creative Techniques in
Floral Display Level 2
■ BTEC Level 2 Diploma
■ Apprenticeship in Floristry
■ City & Guilds National Diploma in
Floristry Level 2

Course content includes: Course content includes:
■ Gift Packaging and Hand Tied Designs ■ Gift Packaging
■ Designs in foam, moss and wired pieces ■ Designs in Foam, Moss and Wired Pieces
■ Care and Conditioning ■ Care and Conditioning
■ Wedding and Funeral Designs ■ Hand-tied Bouquets and Bridal Accessories
■ Customer Care Progression:
■ Plant Care ■ Advanced Apprenticeship/National
■ Display Diploma
Progression: ■ Continued Employment
■ BTEC Level 3 Floristry Course
■ Employment Level 3 qualifications
First Diploma in Floristry National Diploma in Floristry

[New title: Level 2 BTEC Diploma in [New title: Level 3 BTEC Extended
Floristry] Diploma in Floristry]
1 year full time-course. 2 years full-time.
Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grades Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at
D-G (Science at grade D) or NVQ Level 1 plus grades A-C or First Diploma (normally
2 GCSEs grade D-G or Level 1 qualification Merit overall) or National Award or
normally Merit profile overall plus 2 key skills. BTEC First Certificate (Merit overall) plus
The course: Provides a solid foundation 2 GCSEs grades A-C or other Level 2
for those wanting to establish a career in qualifications.
Floristry. The course: Provides an excellent
Course content includes: foundation for students wanting a career
■ Techniques and Floral Skills in retail floristry.
■ Plant, Flower and Foliage Identification Course content includes: The course: Builds on knowledge already
■ Hand-tied Bouquets and Corsage Work ■ Weddings and Funerals obtained and will explore new areas
■ Arrangements for Functions and Occasions ■ Tied and gift wrapped designs such as the latest techniques in wedding
■ Designs in a Medium ■ European and multicultural designs design and retail floristry.
Progression: ■ Display techniques Course content includes:
Normally dependent on the outcome/profile ■ Interior and exterior design ■ Weddings and Funerals
of grades achieved, and routes could be: ■ Plant Care ■ Tied and Gift-wrapped Designs
■ National Diploma in Floristry level 3 ■ Flower Care ■ European and Multicultural Designs
■ Apprenticeship ■ Trends ■ Display Techniques
■ Employment Progression: ■ Interior and Exterior Design
■ Employment Progression:
Floristry Apprenticeship ■ Foundation Degree in Landscape ■ Employment
4 days’ work placement, 1 day in college Design and Amenity Management ■ Foundation Degree in Landscape and
each week for 12-18 months. ■ Other Higher Education Amenity Management
Entry requirements: Four GCSEs ■ Other Level 4 Courses
grades D-G in relevant subjects. National Certificate in Floristry
Open to all those employed in a retail [New title: Level 3 BTEC Diploma in
floristry business and is ideal for Floristry]
trainees. 1 year full-time or 1 day a week for 2 years.
The course: Provides training and Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades
assessments relevant to current A-C or successful completion of a Level 2
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Garden Design appeals to a wide Level 3 Qualification
range of students, from those
leaving school to mature learners National Award in Horticulture
wishing to gain an insight into an - Garden Design
associated area of Horticulture. [New title: Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary
The College design studio is well Diploma in Horticulture level 3 -
equipped, and fully compliments Garden Design Option]
your learning experience. Courses 1 day a week at college for 1 year.
are offered to suit all levels and Entry requirements: Successful
abilities, from beginners through completion of a Level 2 Horticultural
to advanced level. There are course or 3 GCSEs at grades A-C or
opportunities for students to enter relevant industry knowledge.
competitions to design and build The course: Will enhance the skills and
gardens at various horticultural knowledge from previous qualifications
events, and each year students are and it will enable students to pursue a
able to showcase their designs at the career in the fields of design, design and
Easton College Open Day. build or landscape installation. There is
Together with design related an equipment list which will be discussed
horticultural visits and guest during induction, please be aware that
speakers, garden design courses this will incur a financial cost to enable
will enrich your holistic approach to you to complete the course.
horticulture. Course content includes:
■ Horticultural Design Principles
Level 2 qualification ■ Landscape Construction
■ Plant and Soil Science
7112-16 City & Guilds Creative ■ Horticultural Skills
Techniques Certificate in ■ Plant Knowledge
Garden Design Level 2 ■ Heritage Gardening
1 evening a week for 1 year. ■ Investigative Project
Entry requirements: No formal entry Progression:
requirements. ■ Foundation Degree
The course: Builds on your skills and ■ Employment or self employment
knowledge exploring new trends and
ideas in garden design.
■ Design Concepts and Draughting Skills
■ Plan Presentation
■ Designers and their Influence
■ Materials and their Application
■ Contemporary Design
Progression:
■ National Award in Garden Design Option
■ RHS Level 2 Certificate
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Plants and gardens are critical for the
planet and the solution to many of
today’s environmental problems. A
career in horticulture has something
to offer everyone at all levels of
ability. Work in the industry can be
technical and creative, encouraging
the development of various skills,
with advances in technology creating
more opportunities. The two main
areas are amenity and commercial
horticulture. The grounds and
facilities at Easton College provide
a wonderful opportunity to learn
about amenity horticulture and to
work with the College’s extensive
plant collections. Facilities include
walled and demonstration gardens,
island beds and established borders,
formal gardens, two commercial-size
glasshouses, poly-tunnels, sports
pitches and specialist machinery.
Horticulture is an area where excellent
career opportunities exist for students
that can show they have acquired
relevant skills and knowledge. The
courses on offer at Easton College
can open many doors. In recent
times students completing their
horticultural course have secured
various prestigious horticultural
positions around the country or
progressed on to Higher Education at
the College and elsewhere.
Horticulture
First Diploma in
Horticulture
Horticulture]
1 year full-time.

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at ■ Hard Landscaping
grades D-G (Science at grade D) or NVQ ■ Production Horticulture
Level 1 plus 2 GCSEs grade D-G or Level ■ Parks, Gardens, Green Spaces,
1 qualification normally Merit profile Graveyards and Cemeteries.
overall plus 2 key skills. Progression:
The course: Students will be learning ■ Advanced Apprenticeship
practical skills such as pruning, ■ National Diploma in
propagation and hard landscaping. Horticulture
Also, how to use different items of
machinery such as lawnmowers and Horticulture Service
rotary cultivators. Students will have a Engineering Apprenticeship
work placement and be involved with (see page 9)
real and active projects around the
College. Royal Horticultural Society
Course content includes: Level 2 Certificate
■ Plant and Turf Maintenance 1 day a week for 1 College year. This
■ Hard Landscape Construction course is also available as an evening
■ Basic Garden Planning class, 1 evening a week for 2 years.
■ Plant Identifications and Science Entry requirements: No formal
■ Machinery Operations requirements, although students
■ Practical Projects should have a good level of literacy and
■ Health & Safety numeracy and previous horticultural
Progression: knowledge is desirable.
Normally dependent on the outcome/ The course: Covers many different
profile of grades achieved, and routes aspects of horticulture, and is split
could be: into 2 modules leading to the well
■ National Diploma established, nationally recognised RHS
■ Apprenticeship Certificate.
■ Employment Course content includes:
■ Plant Taxonomy and Botany
Horticulture Apprenticeship ■ Turf and Lawn care
4 days at work, 1 day in College each ■ Growing Vegetables, Salads and
week for 12-18 months. Herbs
Entry requirements: Individuals must ■ Internal and External Structures of
be employed in the Horicultural industry. plants
The course: Provides a foundation ■ Chemical and Biological Control of
in a broad range of skills required to weeds, pests and diseases
work within the horticultural industry. ■ Garden Planning and Landscaping
Assessment is by collection of evidence Progression:
in a portfolio together with regular ■ RHS Advanced Course
assessments at work and at College, and ■ National Certificate in Organic
an online test. Horticulture
Course content includes: ■ National Certificate in Garden
■ Amenity Horticulture Design
■ Nursery Stock Production
■ Sports Turf, Greenkeeper and Sports
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Level 3 Qualifications
National Diploma in Landscape

and Amenity Horticulture
[New title: Level 3 BTEC Extended
Diploma in Landscape and Amenity
Horticulture]
2 years full-time.
grades A-C (Science at grade A-C) or
The course: Carries the same UCAS points
weighting and is equivalent to studying 3 A
levels. It will prepare students for a supervisory
position in amenity horticulture, especially
landscape design and construction, grounds
maintenance or managing private gardens.
Assessment is by means of assignments,
practical assessments and plant identification.
This course develops a wide range of
horticultural activities designed to open up
career opportunities in a supervisory role with
local authorities, garden centres, large private
gardens, self employment or higher education.
■ Principles of Plant and Soil Science
■ Business Management
■ Plant Knowledge
■ Machinery
■ Turf Production/Management
■ Landscape Construction
■ Applied Plant and Soil Science
■ Decorative Horticulture
■ Heritage Gardening
Horticulture
■ Individual Projects
Progression:
■ Foundation Degree in Landscape and
Amenity Management at Easton
College

■ Other Higher Education courses The course: Is suitable for those
■ Employment/Self-employment wanting to know more about
commercial horticulture and fruit and
Horticulture Advanced vegetable production without the use
Apprenticeship of chemicals.
Part-time, 1 day in college a week for 18-24 Course content includes:
months (must be employed in the industry). ■ Principles of Plant and Soil Science
Entry requirements: Successful ■ Plant Propagation
completion of a level 2 Apprenticeship or ■ Organic Horticulture
equivalent Level 2 course. Preferably GCSE ■ Investigative Project
Maths and English at grades A-C. ■ Landscape Ecology Progression:
The course: This programme will ■ Sustainable Development ■ Foundation Degree in Landscape
develop students practical skills in the Progression: and Amenity Management
workplace and students will be involved ■ Foundation Degree in Landscape and ■ Other Higher Education courses
in information gathering and decision Amenity Management
making to prepare them for a supervisory ■ Other Higher Education courses Foundation Degree in Landscape
role in a future career. Students will work ■ Employment and Amenity Management
alongside experienced horticultural 2 years full-time or 3 years part-time.
personnel and build on a wide range RHS Advanced Certificate Entry requirements: Successful
of horticultural skills to enable them to 1 evening a week for 2 years. completion of Level 3 qualification e.g.
work at a supervisory/technical level. Entry requirements: Suitability of each BTEC National Diploma/ Certificate/ NVQ
Students will build a portfolio of practical student is assessed on an individual basis, 3 or 2 passes in relevant subjects at A2
competence and knowledge evidence although it is advisable to study the RHS level (160 UCAS points). Mature students
and keep a detailed work diary. Level 2 Certificate prior to studying this without these qualifications who have
Course content includes: course. relevant work experience are invited
■ Production Horticulture The course: This advanced level to contact the College for a personal
■ Landscaping course combines both theoretical and discussion with the Course Tutor.
■ Sports Turf Greenkeeper practical work, looking at how plants Course content includes:
■ Sports Turf Groundsman function, dealing with pests and disease ■ Research Methods
■ Parks, Gardens & Green Spaces control. Students will also conduct ■ Land-based Business
Progression: practical work, both outside and in the ■ Employability Skills
■ Foundation Degree in Landscape and glasshouse. Assessment is external by ■ Horticultural Nursery Stock Production
Amenity Management at Easton the RHS. ■ Organic Production
College Course content is covered in 4 ■ Horticultural Technology and
■ Other Higher Education courses modules 3 theory and 1 practical: Equipment
■ Employment ■ Principles of Plant Propagation ■ Plant Physiology & Adaptation
■ Pests and Diseases ■ Garden Design
National Award in Horticulture ■ Soils and Growing Media ■ Garden & Landscape Maintenance
- Organic Option (care and use of) ■ Data Analysis and Research
[New title: Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary ■ Plant Establishment and ■ Work-based Learning
Diploma in Horticulture - Organic Maintenance
Option] ■ Practical Skills
1 day a week for 1 year. ■ Cultivation Skills
Entry requirements: Successful ■ Plant Knowledge
completion of a Level 2 Horticulture ■ Plant Use and Maintenance
course or 3 GCSEs at grade A-C or ■ Ornamental Nursery Stock
relevant industry experience. ■ Lawn and Turf Maintenance

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Level 2
First Diploma in Land-based

Engineering (Technology)
[New title: Level 2 BTEC Diploma
in Land-based Engineering
(Technology)]
1 year full time course
D-G or NVQ level 1 qualification.
The Course: Aimed at individuals who
wish to progress into a role of service
Land-based Engineering and Mechanisation

technician. You will look at the basic
workings of land-based machinery such
as Land Rovers, 4x4s, quad bikes and
tractors. Assessment is by a mixture of
assignments, practical tests and on-line
assessments.
Course Contents includes:
■ Workshop Practices
■ Machinery Maintenance
■ Repairing Machinery
■ Basic Fault Finding
■ Key Skills (Functional Skills)
Progression:
Normally dependent on outcome of
profile of the grades achieved. Routes
could be:
■ National Diploma in
Land-based Engineering
(Technology)
■ Apprenticeship
■ Employment
Land-based Engineering
Apprenticeship*
2 year course. 4 days work placement, 1
day per week at college plus Blocks of 1
week courses.
Apprenticeships are available for Service
Engineers.
D-G or NVQ level 1 qualification

The Course: This Apprenticeship course Additional courses are offered which lead technician status as well as achieving the
and placement will provide students to industry recognised qualifications in supervisory and co-ordination skills.
with the necessary skills and knowledge a range of practical areas such as tractor Progression:
required to work at the service technician driving, ATVs and abrasive wheels. ■ Foundation Degree in Sustainable
level within the agricultural industry. Course content includes: Engineering at Easton College
Assessment is by means of compiling ■ Machinery Operations ■ Higher Education courses at other
a portfolio of evidence and direct ■ Machinery Repair and Maintenance institutions
assessment of skills. You will learn a ■ Principles of Mechanisation ■ Employment
wide range of practical skills related to ■ Chassis Systems
your chosen programme and relevant ■ Transmission Systems Access to Higher Education in
industrial knowledge. ■ Work Experience Land-based Industry Level 3
Course content includes: ■ Specials Units (Agriculture or 4x4s) 1 year full-time, 3 days a week designed for
■ 8 units at NVQ at Level 2 ■ Key Skills (Functional Skills) individuals returning to study.
■ 3 units at Technical Certificate Progression: Entry requirements: By interview or
■ 3 industry lead enhancements ■ Foundation Degree at Easton College Level 2 qualification.
■ Key skills (functional skills) in Sustainable Engineering The Course: This Land-based
Progression: ■ Other Higher Education courses programme allows learners to develop
■ Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship - ■ Employment skills and vocational knowledge in this
Service Engineer sector, including generic subjects such as:
■ National Diploma in Land-based Land-based Service ■ Science
Technology Engineering Advanced ■ Business
■ Employment Apprenticeship* ■ ICT
■ 1 year course to HE for 19+ students Usually 18-24 months, 4 days work This allows a taster approach to a wide
placement 1 day in college plus 1 week variety of industries. Learners have the
Level 3 blocks for Agricultural Service Engineers opportunity to study two units of their
Entry requirements: Successful choice from:
National Diploma in completion of a level 2 apprenticeship or ■ Ecology and Conservation
Land-based Engineering First diploma in Agricultural Engineering ■ Horticulture
(Technology) or related level 2 qualification. ■ Agriculture
[New title: Level 3 BTEC Extended The Course: Advanced Apprenticeships ■ Landscape Design
Diploma in Land-based Engineering provide students with the necessary skills ■ Equestrian
(Technology)] and knowledge to work at the advance ■ Animal Science and Welfare
2 year full time course technician level within the agricultural ■ Land-based Technology
Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at A to C industry. Assessment is by compiling ■ Sustainability
(Science at grade A to C) or First Diploma a portfolio of evidence and direct
at Merit overall or other qualifications assessment of skills. You will also learn *Both levels of Service Engineering could
at Merit overall (National Award or more in depth industrial knowledge lead to membership of the Agricultural
BTEC First Certificate at Merit overall). and practical skills in your chosen Engineers and also the LSA.
The course has the same UCAS points programme.
weighting and is equivalent to studying 3 Course content includes:
A Levels. ■ 7 Units NVQ at Level 3
The Course: Covers a wide range ■ 3 Technical Certificates
of material related to Land-based ■ 3 Industry lead enhancements
Engineering and Mechanisation, which ■ Key Skills (functional skills)
includes: operating, repairing and A range of industry relevant skills (and
maintenance of vehicles such as tractors, qualifications where applicable) are offered
combines, ATVs and 4x4 utility vehicles. to assist the individual to reach advance

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Public Service courses are designed to
equip learners with the knowledge,
Public Services
understanding and skills for success in
future employment within the Public
Service sector: Police, Fire, Ambulance,
Prison Service and the Armed Forces.
There is an increasing demand for
suitably qualified students to work in
Public Services and these courses have
been developed to meet these needs.
As enhancement to the programme
the College provides direct contact
with Public Services through visits,
presentations, guest speakers and
practical activities. Several students
from Public Services courses have
gone on to join their preferred Service.
Pre-entry/Entry Level
Certificate in
(see page 56)
NCFE - School Pathway

First Diploma in Public Services

Public Services]
1 year full-time.
D-G (English Language at grade D) or
NVQ Level 1 plus 2 GCSEs grade D-G
or Level 1 qualification normally Merit
profile overall plus 2 key skills.
Entry requirement from IDVS: merit
overall.

The course: Provides a foundation
in skills required to carry out work in
public services. To prepare students both
physically and mentally for progression
into this demanding career. Students are
assessed through a variety of methods and
continuous appraisals of performance.
Students learn about public services,
uniformed services and careers they offer,
develop skills of self-discipline and fitness,
learn transferable skills like teamwork, methods are used, including written
navigation and communication, visit assignments, oral presentations, problem
military/civilian bases and take part in solving exercises and demonstrations of
outdoor pursuits and physical challenges. competence. Students learn about public
Course content includes: services, uniformed services and the
■ Uniformed Public Service employment careers they offer, develop skills of self-
■ Uniformed Public Service Fitness discipline and fitness, transferable skills like
■ The value of Sport & Recreation in teamwork, navigation and communication,
Public Services visit military and civilian bases and take part
■ Public Service Skills in outdoor pursuits and physical challenges.
■ Land Navigation and Expedition Skills Course content includes:
Progression: ■ Understanding the Criminal Justice
Normally dependent on the outcome/ System and Police Powers
profile of grades achieved, and routes ■ Citizenship, Contemporary Society and
could be: Diversity
■ National Diploma Public Services ■ Command and Control in Uniformed
■ Employment Public Service
■ Team Development & Leadership
Level 3 qualification ■ Uniformed Public Service Employment
■ International Perspectives
National Diploma in ■ Outdoor activities and Expedition Skills
Public Services ■ Crime and its effects
[New title: Level 3 BTEC Extended ■ Planning and management of major
Diploma in Public Services] incidents
2 years full-time. ■ Responding to emergency service
Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grades incidents
A-C (English Language at grade C) or First Progression:
Diploma (normally Merit overall) or National ■ Employment
Award or BTEC First Certificate (Merit ■ Higher Education Courses
overall) plus 2 GCSEs grades A-C or other
Level 2 qualifications.
The course: Has the same UCAS points
weighting and is equivalent to studying 3
A Levels. It gives a comprehensive insight
into a career in public services and prepares
students both physically and mentally
for this industry. A variety of assessments

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Easton College’s superb sporting
facilities include a modern and
fully equipped sports centre, air-
conditioned gym, third generation
rubber crumb pitch and indoor
tennis centre developed in
association with the LTA. More
and more people are becoming
aware of the need to keep fit and
live a healthy lifestyle resulting
in increased demand for sport
and active leisure products and
services. Consequently there are a
wide range of career opportunities
available. There really is no
better place to study for future
employment within this rapidly
expanding industry. All the courses
have a mix of practical and theory
based sessions covering topics
designed to give students the skills
and knowledge required to pursue
careers in the sport and leisure
industry. There is the opportunity
Sport
to represent the college at local,
regional and national events
as Easton College is an active
member of British Colleges Sport.
Students have an opportunity to
study associated courses including
Pool Lifeguard Certificate, First
Aid, and coaching qualifications
across a range of sports. Students
have progressed into a variety of
roles within the industry including
sports facility management, sports
development, sport coaching and
professional sport.
To reflect these diverse career

opportunities in sport and recreation
there are several pathways of study.

Pre-entry/Entry Level ■ National Diploma
■ Employment
Certificate in ■ Work based Diploma
(see page 56) Work based Diploma in
Sport Level 2 and Level 3
Level 1 qualification 1 day in college and 4 days in work, each
week for 12-18 months.
Introductory Diploma in Pathways exist in the following
Sport and Leisure subjects:
(see page 54 and 56) ■ Leisure management
■ Coaching, Teaching and Instructing
Level 2 qualifications ■ Activity Leadership
■ Exercise and Fitness
First Diploma in Sport ■ Operational Services
Sport]
1 year full-time.
Entry requirements: IDVS merit overall
4 GCSEs at grades D-G (English Language
at grade D) or NVQ Level 1 plus 2 GCSEs
grade D-G or Level 1 qualification normally
Merit profile overall plus 2 key skills.
The course: Is designed to provide a
foundation in a broad range of skills
required to work within the sports
industry. Assessment is by means of
assignments and the building of a
portfolio of evidence. Students will
investigate a range of areas within sport
and learn skills required to undertake
employment within the sports industry.
■ Injury in sport
■ Fitness testing and training
■ Practical sport
■ Exercise and fitness instruction
■ Sport and leisure facility operations
■ Planning and running a sport event
■ Psychology for sport performance
■ Effects of exercise on the body
systems
■ Anatomy and physiology for sport
Progression:
profile of grades achieved, and routes
could be:

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Entry requirements: Candidates will
need their own work placement which
the college will assist with if necessary.
The course: Aims to provide students
with the necessary skills and knowledge
required within the sports industry.
Assessment is by collection of evidence
into a portfolio and regular assessments
by college assessor. The course covers
the role of a sport and leisure employee
and the basic aspects of that job.
The course content would be
relevant to the work based
diploma option selected but could
include:
■ Coaching, Training and Instructing
■ Dealing with accidents and
emergencies
■ Coaching evaluation
■ Plan and prepare a series of
coaching sessions
■ Maintain the coaching environment
■ How participation can improve
performance
Sport
■ Coaching to improve performance
■ Support and protect children from
abuse
■ Exercise & Fitness
■ Dealing with accidents and
emergencies
■ Coaching evaluation
■ Maintaining fitness for participants
■ Plan and prepare a gym-based session
■ Instruct a gym-based session
■ Activity Leadership
■ Contribute to the work of the team
■ Prepare for a session
■ Lead a session
■ Conclude and review a session
■ Promote safety in a sporting
environment
■ Operational Services

■ Give customers a positive impression A Levels. Emphasis is put on developing 3 or 2 passes in relevant subjects at A2
of self and organisation skills which will either realise employment level (180 UCAS points). Mature students
■ Plus optional units in the Sport and Leisure industry without these qualifications who have
Progression: or higher education opportunities. relevant work experience are invited
■ Employment or self employment Assessment is by assignments and to contact the College for a personal
■ National Diploma practical assessments. A combination of discussion with the Course Tutor.
practical and theoretical sessions aimed Course content includes:
Level 3 qualifications at stimulating and sustaining students ■ Employability skills
interest in the sports industry. Modules ■ Research Methods
There are several pathways to choose in this course allow students to explore ■ Sports Coaching
from at this Level, ranging from a route wide-reaching areas of the industry, such ■ Anatomy & Physiology
for Elite Sports Performers, where as physiology and psychology. ■ Skill Acquisition
the timetable is planned to enhance Course content includes: ■ Advanced Sports Coaching
the performer’s training regime. ■ Practical sport (individual) ■ Exercise for Special Populations
(see Sports Academy +) a route ■ Assessing risk in sport ■ Applied Sports Psychology
for learners who complete all their ■ Fitness training and programming ■ Work based Learning Project
studies related to Football as well as ■ Principles of anatomy and physiology
a route for students who want to go in sport
in a more general direction of Sports ■ Fitness testing for sport and exercise
Development, Coaching and Fitness. ■ Sport nutrition
A new Advanced Apprenticeship in ■ Sport injuries
Sporting Excellence in Golf is a very ■ Exercise, health and lifestyle
specialised route for performers with ■ Sport coaching
single figure handicaps and will give ■ Exercise for special groups
the learner an NVQ Level 3 together ■ Psychology for sport performance
with a BTEC National Certificate in ■ Sports Development
Performance and Excellence. ■ Practical team sport
■ The physiology of fitness
Students will receive advice and ■ Current issues in sport
guidance as to the appropriate route at ■ Leadership in sport
interview. ■ Instrumental physical activity and
exercise
National Diploma in Sports ■ Analysis of sport performance
Development Coaching and ■ Talent Identification and development
Fitness in sport
[New title: Level 3 BTEC Extended Progression:
Diploma (Sports Development ■ Foundation Degree In Sports
Coaching and Fitness)] Coaching at Easton College
2 years full-time. ■ Other Higher Education courses
Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grades ■ Employment
A-C (English Language at grade C) or
First Diploma (normally Merit overall) or Foundation Degree in
National Award or BTEC First Certificate Sports Coaching
(Merit overall) plus 2 GCSEs grades A-C or 2 years full-time or 3 years part-time.
other Level 2 qualifications. Entry requirements: Successful
The course: Carries UCAS points completion of Level 3 qualification e.g.
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Sports Academy + is an initiative
developed at Easton College in response
to demands from students wanting to
study and develop as “sports performers”
and enables students to pursue their
individual sporting interests, whilst
obtaining suitable academic qualifications
for their career. The programme
includes a number of support services to
performers including;
■ Services of an appropriately qualified
and experienced coach
■ Sports Psychology
■ Access to injury prevention and
rehabilitation services
■ Lifestyle Mentoring
■ Nutritional advice/guidance and support
■ Strength and conditioning training
These specialist services are offered either

through links with local practitioners - for
example, in the case of sports medicine
- or as additional extras to the chosen
programme of study. Therefore a typical
Sport
programme of study for a sports academy
student would be as follows;
■ First or National Diploma in Sport +
■ 5 hours coaching in chosen sport +
■ 1 hour strength and conditioning +
■ 1hr lifestyle mentoring (including
performance profiling/sports
psychology and dietary guidance) Easton is one of only 10 colleges strides we are making in delivering
in the country that has achieved a football development strategy
‘focus college’ classification within the college that contributes
- which is the pinnacle status towards the priority areas of the
available for an FE College in the FA’s National Game Strategy. This
Development of Football. The presents many opportunities
status is reward for the significant for students to develop their
knowledge and skills - including
working with staff to deliver
community coaching programmes
and events.

Football (Male) extensive progression pathways through place to be for aspiring footballers in the
The male Football development pathway links to local clubs at various levels. women’s game.
has been in existence for 4 years and teams
currently play in the British Colleges Sport Football (Female) Rugby
leagues. The pathway recognises and The female Football development pathway The Rugby pathway seeks to take talented
encourages the talents of players whilst initiative offers girls between the ages of young players and develop their skills to
not compromising their overall education 16 to 19 the opportunity to continue with a higher level, with the aim of becoming
and welfare. The time devoted to technical their football development whilst pursuing professional/semi-professional players,
and physical development is maximised an academic qualification. The team whilst ensuring that they continue their
while ensuring competitive games are competes within local and British Colleges academic studies at an appropriate level.
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including North Walsham Vikings, which
can provide a bursary for students with
outstanding potential in rugby (terms and
conditions apply). Teams compete both
locally and against other leading colleges
within British Colleges Sport competitions.
There are good links into the game at a
high level as the college is the base for the
Leicester Tigers regional development centre.
Golf
The Golf pathway is a partnership between
Easton College, the English Golf Partnership
and Bawburgh Golf Club. This pathway
seeks to take talented young players and
develop their skills to a higher level, with the
aim of them improving and reducing their
handicap in order to embark on a career
within the golf industry, whilst ensuring
that they continue their academic studies
at an appropriate level. Participants will
have the opportunity to achieve additional
qualifications and gain work experience in
a variety of golf careers. All golf facilities are
Sport
situated close to the College which enables
access outside of coach-led sessions.
Swimming
In partnership with UEA and ASA the
college has places available for up to 10
swimmers who wish continue with their
technical and physical development whilst
studying for an academic qualification.
The programme makes use of international
standard facilities available at the UEA
Sportspark in order to offer a highly
individualised programme. Official opening of the new Tennis Centre.

Jamie Murray pictured at the opening of the new Tennis
Centre facilities - opened by Jamie and Judy Murray.
Tennis
The college has developed strong links
with the LTA through the development of
a new eight court indoor Tennis Centre.
Performers receive up to 5 hours of highly
individualised coaching from one of our
elite level coaches who are experienced
in working with and developing
professional tennis players. In this regard
there is considerable expertise always
available and strong links into the various
progression pathways that exist within
the sport.
Entry requirements: Students wishing

to be considered for the Sports Academy
and courses will need to meet the entry
requirements for their chosen programme
of study (First or National Diploma in
Sport) plus attend a trial day at the
College (details supplied at interview).

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BVNA Certificate Animal

Nursing Assistant (ANA)
Accredited by ABC
1 day per week at College for 1 year.
Entry requirements: No formal academic
requirements. Candidates are required to
have access to appropriate work experience
in a veterinary practice for a minimum of
20 hours, this does not need to be paid
employment, although candidates will
need to work in all areas of the practice so
they can complete practical cases in their
portfolio.
The course: Students can start this
course from the age of 16, which makes
it ideal for students working in veterinary
practices who cannot start their formal
veterinary nursing training until they are
17. It will be a good introduction into
veterinary nursing and prepare students
for future study. It is also suitable for
those looking to enter the industry later
in life, or for those without the necessary
requirements to go straight into
veterinary nursing training.
■ Husbandry
■ Animal Management
■ First Aid
■ Biological Science - Anatomy and
Physiology
■ Veterinary Reception
■ Administration
■ Finance
■ Health & Hygiene
■ Basic Nursing
■ Health & Safety
■ Key Skills - Level 2
Veterinary Nursing
Progression:
■ Vet Nursing RCVS Certificate

RCVS NVQ Level 2 ■ Supporting anaesthesia in veterinary
Veterinary Nursing practice
Apprenticeship Progression:
1 day per week at College for 1 year. ■ Diploma in Medical or Surgical Nursing
Entry requirements: Must be aged 17 ■ Veterinary Nursing Degree
have 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, Maths, ■ Foundation Degree
English and Science are necessary and be
employed in an RCVS approved practice. Higher Education
Students with alternative equivalent
qualifications should contact Easton Foundation Degree
College for further information. in Animal Science and Welfare
The course: Provides background theory 2 years full-time or 3 years part-time.
to complement the practical experience Entry requirements: Successful
gained in practice, in order to prepare completion of Level 3 qualification such
students for examination. Students as BTEC National Diploma/Certificate/
compile a portfolio of evidence to NVQ L3 or 2 passes in relevant subjects
support this. at A Level with a minimum of 140
Course content includes: credits. Mature students without these
■ Anatomy and Physiology qualifications who have relevant work
■ Communication experience are invited to contact the
■ Health & Safety College for a personal discussion with the
■ Animal Health Course Tutor.
■ Nursing support Course content includes:
Progression: ■ Research Methods
■ NVQ Level 3 ■ Principles of Biological Science
■ Land-based Business
Level 3 qualification ■ Employment Skills
■ Animal Legislation & Ethics
RCVS NVQ Level 3 Veterinary ■ Animal Nursing Techniques
Nursing Advanced ■ Animal Husbandry & Management
Apprenticeship ■ Anthrozoology
1 day per week at College for 1 year. ■ Data Analysis & Research
Entry requirements: Must be aged 17 ■ Work-based Learning
and be employed in an RCVS approved
practice and have successfully completed
Major changes to these Level 2
Veterinary Nursing NVQ Level 2.
and Level 3 qualifications will take
The course: Combines lectures, practical
place for students in December
work and demonstrations which will
2010 - details to follow.
underpin the tasks being undertaken
in the workplace. Students compile a
portfolio of evidence to support this.
■ Application of veterinary nursing care
■ Principles of practices of diagnostics
for veterinary nurses
■ Pharmacology and pharmacy support
■ Surgical theatre practice

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Literacy, Language, Numeracy
and ICT
(Provision for full-time

vocational learners)
Whilst studying for their course

qualification students are given the
opportunity to develop, or further
develop, their Literacy, Language,
Numeracy (LLN) and ICT skills.
Qualifications range from Entry level
1-3, Level 1 (GCSE equivalence grade D),
Level 2 (GCSE equivalence grade C) and
Level 3.
Subject specific tutors, deliver LLN and

ICT sessions whilst vocational staff
embed opportunities to study for the
LLN qualifications within the course
subjects.
Students will have support if this is

appropriate and will work on the
individual elements of literacy (reading,
writing and speaking and listening)
numeracy (number, measure shape and
space and handling data) and ICT (word
processing, spreadsheets, publisher and
the internet).
Literacy and Numeracy

The inclusion of LLN ensures that
students have the opportunity to
develop the functional skills linked to
LLN and ICT. As well as developing
vocational and sector specific skills.
The course builds a portfolio of

evidence and online and paper
based assessments are built into a
student’s study to achieve the specific
qualifications on offer.

Literacy, Numeracy and ICT specific elements of either literacy,
numeracy or both. The ICT covers word
(Provision for part-time processing, use of excel, publisher
learners) internet use and emailing.
Easton offers a range of short courses The course builds a portfolio of

aimed at improving confidence and evidence and online and paper
achieving nationally recognised based assessments are built into the
qualifications, for students of all ages. programme to achieve the specific
qualifications on offer.
The courses are run at times to meet
the needs of those learners who may
have daytime commitments. Students
are given information and guidance and
will be taught at a speed that suits the
individual.
The courses are made up of a range

of possible qualifications. Students
develop ICT skills whilst working on

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Entry to Employment
What is Entry to
Employment (E2E)?
The E2E programme aims to help

those young people under 19 who
are not yet ready or able to enter
Apprenticeship programmes or
other employment. Students will
attend College for 3 days a week,
normally for up to 22 weeks.
E2E will provide flexibility in meeting
the needs of individual students.
Appropriate qualifications will be
selected according to individual
needs.
Learning objectives for the

E2E framework are:
■ To improve motivation and confidence
■ To develop Key Skills
■ To develop personal effectiveness
■ To acquire vocational knowledge, skills
and understanding
■ To achieve an appropriate
qualification e.g. NVQ Level 1

The E2E curriculum consists of: ■ Landscape Gardening
■ Initial and ongoing assessment, ■ Countryside Skills
guidance/support ■ Sport
■ Core learning components such as ■ Machinery Skills
basic skills in literacy, numeracy and ■ Amenity Horticulture
ICT and personal development ■ Gamekeeping
■ Optional, additional, specialised ■ Horse Care
work-related learning Progression:
■ Preparation for and transition to Level ■ First Diploma
2 learning opportunities or ■ Apprenticeship
employment, with continued but ■ Employment
diminishing support
E2E programmes enable

students to gain experience in
one or more of the following
areas:
■ Animal Care
■ Farm Livestock
■ Agricultural Crops

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Entry and Level 1
Courses
The aim of Easton College’s Entry
Level course is to offer a supportive
and welcoming place where students
will be able to learn by doing lots
of practical activities, improve their
social skills and become aware of the
things that they could do in areas such
as Agriculture, Horticulture, Sport,
Animal Care or outdoor activities.
It is important that students are made
to feel at ease with their learning. Due
to the requirements of students on
the course the level of student support
is high. An individual programme of
study and development is compiled
which will enable students to build
on their strengths and address their
weaknesses. There are no formal entry
qualifications however an appropriate
level of literacy and numeracy is
necessary to access the course. Also
motivation to learn and enthusiasm
are key.
Entry Level
Entry level 1 - Certificate in Life

Skills [New title: Entry Level 1 BTEC
Certificates and Awards (Foundation
Learning Tier)]
1 year full-time.
Entry requirements: No formal entry
requirements (see above)
The course: Offers a high level of
support for learners who need specific
help with their learning.
■ Health and Safety
■ Information Technology
■ Managing Money
■ Personal Presentation Skills
■ Investigating Community Facilities

■ Travel and Transport/T.I.T.A.N
■ Small Animal Care
■ Farm Livestock/Estate Skills
■ Horticulture/Growing Plants
■ Food Preparation/Independent Living
Skills
■ Sport/Team Building
■ Adult Literacy and Numeracy -
milestone 7 and 8 and Entry level 1
Progression:
■ Certificate in Skills for Working Life
Entry level 2 and Entry level 3
■ Adult Literacy and Numeracy
Entry level 2 and Entry level 3
Certificate in Skills for Working ■ Investigating Land and Environment/ ■ Customer service
Life Entry level 2 and Entry level 3 Sustainability ■ Literacy/Numeracy/Key Skills
[New title: Entry Level 2 and 3 BTEC ■ Investigating Personal Lifestyle All students will gain experience in at
Certificates and Awards (Foundation ■ T.I.T.A.N least 2 of the areas below:
Learning Tier)] ■ Adult Literacy and Numeracy ■ Practical estate skills
1 - 2 year course. Entry level 2 and Entry level 3 ■ Land and Environment Conservation
Entry requirements: No formal entry ■ Animal care
requirements, however a basic assessment Level 1 ■ 3D design and craft
will take place on interview to assess ■ Exploring materials in art and design
learners’ ability to access the course. Introductory Diploma in ■ Floristry
The course: Is for students who need more Vocational Studies [New title: ■ Horticulture
support with their learning. Once this course Level 1 BTEC Certificates and Awards ■ Land-based machinery operations
is completed to Entry level 3, students can (Foundation Learning Tier)] ■ Horse riding - experience of flat work
move onto a level 1 programme, either full- 1 year full-time. is essential
time, such as the Introductory Diploma in Entry requirements: No formal ■ Horse care
Vocational Studies or Entry to Employment requirements although students must have ■ Taking part in sport
(E2E). Assessment is by way of practical skills either successfully completed the Skills for ■ Organising a sport or leisure event
observations, evidence of understanding, set Working Life course or have literacy and In addition students will study two of the
tasks and competence in specific topics. numeracy skills to Entry level 3. There will be following: Managing money; Working in
Course content includes: a literacy/numeracy assessment at interview sport; Working safely in the land-based
■ Health and Safety before starting the course. industry.
■ Information Technology The course: Gives you the chance to Progression:
■ Managing Money explore and study different pathways and ■ First Diploma
■ Personal Presentation Skills sample different career areas. It is designed ■ Apprenticeship
■ Travel and Transport/T.I.T.A.N to provide a pathway into employment, ■ Employment
■ Small Animal Care including apprenticeships or onto a subject
■ Farm Livestock/Estate Skills specific level 2 course. Assessment - to
■ Horticulture/Growing Plants pass merit or distinction is by practical skills
Producing a Product observations and written assignments.
■ Food Preparation/lndependent Living Course content includes:
Skills ■ Developing Skills in IT
■ Sport/Team Building ■ The Healthy Body

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Higher Education
Easton College offers a variety of
Foundation Degrees. These qualifications
are aimed at A level or National Diploma
students or individuals who are already
employed and study through a part-time
course and are looking to progress into a
technical or managerial role in their chosen
vocation.
You can also gain entry to these
programmes by successfully completing
our Access to HE course in a number of
courses (see page 60).
Foundation Degrees can be studied
in combination with work or other
commitments.
Full-time Foundation Degrees will
require students to devote 30-40 hours a
week to their studies, of which 12-15 hours
will involve College attendance. Students
need to be self-motivated and disciplined
to plan and complete their studies. All
our Foundation Degree programmes are
validated by the University of East Anglia,
and as such you benefit from being able to
use UEA resources - such as their extensive
library. Upon successful completion of
a Foundation Degree it is possible to
undertake a further year’s study to top-
up to BSc (Hons) or BA (Hons) Degree at
universities and UEA where programmes
are suitable for an individual’s progression.
Foundation Degrees:
■ Agricultural Management
■ Animal Science & Welfare
■ Ecology and Conservation Management
■ Equine Management
■ Landscape and Amenity Management
■ Sports Coaching
■ Sustainable Engineering
Foundation Degrees are vocationally

focused and equip students with the
skills and knowledge relevant to their

leading employers, national training
organisations, sector skills councils,
professional bodies and students to
deliver the skills and knowledge required
in today’s working environment. The
work placement project and work-based
learning modules allow students to
develop their research and employability
skills.
For further information please refer

to the Higher Education Prospectus or
call the Student Information Centre on
01603 731232.
employment and the needs of their

employers. They provide a pathway for
life-long learning and an opportunity to
complete a full Honours Degree.
Foundation Degrees have been
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Access to Higher
Education and
Access to Level 3
Courses
Access to Higher Education
Programmes
These programmes are designed for
individuals returning to study who wish
to progress to study at Higher Education
level, such as Foundation Degrees.
Access to Higher Education in

Land-based Industry Level 3
1 year full-time, 3 days a week designed
for individuals returning to study.
Entry requirements: By interview or
Level 2 qualification.
The Land-based programme allows
learners to develop skills and vocational
knowledge in this sector, including
generic subjects such as:
■ Science
■ Business
■ ICT
This allows a taster approach to a wide
variety of industries. Learners have the
opportunity to study two units of their
choice from:
■ Ecology and Conservation
■ Horticulture
■ Agriculture
■ Landscape Design
■ Equestrian
■ Animal Science and Welfare
■ Land-based Technology
■ Sustainability
Access to level 3 courses

Working in conjunction with Dereham
Sixth Form this programme’s primary aim
is to enable students who have not yet

met the qualifications for entry onto level
3 (AS level) courses to pursue an exciting
range of one year Level 2 courses which
would then enable them to access Level 3
courses in the following academic year.
The 3 different strands each have
a strong vocational element which is
supported by a choice of GCSE levels,
a Key Skills Core and an opportunity to
retake GCSE English and Maths when
necessary.
Students will spend 2 full days at Easton
College and 3 days at Dereham Sixth
Form College. Transport will be provided
from Dereham.
experience through a work placement.
Course Design and Content Students who choose the gamekeeping
The course will consist of 3 core elements. option will also be involved with the running
A BTEC First Diploma in one of the of the college shoot and will learn skills such
following options: as game rearing and pest control.
■ Sport A choice of 1 or 2 complementary
This modular course provides a GCSEs from: Environmental Science;
foundation in a broad range of skills Media Studies; Psychology; Business
required to work within the sports Administration. The opportunity to
industry. Investigating a range of areas retake English and/or Maths GCSE where
within sport and learn skills required for appropriate.
employment in the sports industry. A Key Skills core programme which will
■ Public Services include Communication and IT Level 2 or 3.
This course provides a foundation in a
variety of skills to carry out work in the Entry Qualifications
public services, and to prepare candidates 5 grade Ds at GCSE including English and
both physically and mentally for Maths.
progression into this demanding career.
Learn about the public services, including Career Possibilities
uniformed services and the careers they Students will be encouraged to use these
offer, develop skills such as self-discipline, courses as a platform for entry onto Level
teamwork and fitness, navigation and 3 courses either at Dereham Sixth Form
communication and take part in outdoor or at Easton College. Progression could
pursuits and physical challenges. be onto Level 3 Diplomas in one of the 3
■ Countryside and Environment vocational areas or onto AS courses.
This course provides a foundation in a broad
range of skills required to gain employment
within countryside management or on
estates. Learning practical skills such as
brickwork and fencing, habitat management
techniques and how to use machinery such
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Scent of success for former
college students
■ Floristry at times. And Lorna
Easton College decided that the best way Goddard began work as
to encourage business owners to see the a delivery driver but now
value of good training and qualifications has a floristry certificate
was to say it with flowers. from a Train to Gain
So they turned to florist Diane Vary whose course.
shop at Thetford has the spirit of an Fellow assistant,
Easton College old girls’ reunion. Alex Olley, has a
It all started 12 years ago when Diane National Certificate in
went to the college to update her floristry Professional Floristry
skills after buying Wintone florists. Her while Beverley Barrett
course went so well that she was named is completing her NVQ2 through a
student of the year and since then has Government-funded apprenticeship.
Saying it with flowers (from left):
urged all her shop assistants to train “Easton College has been absolutely
Beverley Barrett, Louise Staff, Diane Vary,
through Easton. brilliant in encouraging the girls and Alex Olley and Lorna Goddard.
Former Saturday girl Louise Staff, for helping them to their qualifications,” said
example, now has an NVQ3 through Diane. “They have all come out with flying
Easton College and deputises as manager colours.”
Norfolk students triumph in national museum’s competition

■ Animal Management it,” said lecturer Tess Southernwood.
Three Easton College students “It was a really emotional day and the
who won a national competition winners did fantastically well. The college
to redesign the Natural History is extremely proud of them.”
Gallery and Gardens of Students across the country were
Hornimans Museum in London. invited to design a visitor attraction with
An imaginative concept based live animals that could be incorporated
on small live African mammals into the museum’s gardens as part of its
captured the imagination Evolution 2010 project.
of the panel of judges and The Easton team are all National
brought triumph for Lee Slater, Diploma Animal Management students
Edward Blackmore and Jodie and the competition became part of the
Goldsmith. animals collection unit which they are
They beat off five other teams studying.
to win the finals - two of the teams also They were given time during lectures to
from Easton College. plan and research their winning design,
Design team: Winning Easton students Lee Slater, “It was a marvellous achievement to get which earns a £1,000 cash prize for
Jodie Goldsmith and Edward Blackmore. three teams to the final - and then to win themselves and £400 for the college.

The Sir Nicholas Bacon Centre for
Equestrian and Animal Science
opened by Pippa Funnell
■ Equestrian Studies welfare very much at the
One of Britain’s top riders described forefront. Ms Funnell,
Easton College’s new £4.5million who started her career
equestrian centre as “truly amazing.” working for riding
Olympic medallist Pippa Funnel MBE teacher Ruth McMullen
told invited guests at the official opening at West Acre, said
that the complex - part of a £21million Norfolk was very dear to
investment programme at the college her heart.
near Norwich - was one of the best she The centre features
had seen. an Olympic-size indoor
“This is a truly amazing centre. Looking arena with a viewing gallery, an outdoor
Activity from the official opening
at things from a rider’s point of view, we ring, high quality internal and external of the Sir Nicholas Bacon Centre.
need facilities like this throughout the stabling, solarium, horse-walker and
country,” she said. “Hopefully, Easton interactive mechanical dressage horse. The centre was officially opened by Sir
College will allow me to come back here It also includes major new facilities for Nicholas Bacon, a former chairman of the
with some of my horses.” animal care students and staff, including governors and now the college’s patron,
She said it was clear that the facilities classrooms, dog grooming parlour, who said he was honoured that it had
had been designed with the horses’ hydrotherapy unit and medical rooms. been named after him.
Young waterskier out to challenge the world

■ Sport “It all started in a swimming pool when
Teenage waterskier Danielle I put on skis and my dad pulled the line
Shorten has taken a giant leap in really quickly so I ski-ed across the pool,”
her ambition to turn the pursuit said Danielle.
into a professional career. “My parents both used to waterski and
The 17-year-old Easton College so did my grandad so that was how I got
student completed a jump of into it; we all used to ski at Taverham pits.
40.2 metres at a competition From there I’ve been with various clubs
in Florida, the youngest British training with different coaches.”
woman ever to clear more Her young career is filled with
than 37m. achievements, including the 2008
Now the Wymondham national jump champion for under-17
girl’s aim is to qualify for girls, when she also topped the under-21
the under-21 European girls’ jump scores.
championships this summer and She was last year’s national overall
the world title event in October. champion in under-17 girls and came sixth
After that she has mapped out a at the world juniors’ jumping competition
Danielle Shorten in action during her lifetime career in the sport, a love affair with a distance of 36.6m, just missing out
training sessions. which began when she was four. on the British record of 36.9m.

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College students enhance
landfill sites
■ Wildlife Conservation Mark Slaughter,
Students from Easton College have been conservation technician
busy making bird and bat boxes for and Des Holmes, waste
Norfolk County Council to use to enhance management officer, are
some of its closed landfill sites. working alongside the
The sites, including those at Mayton RSPB and the Norfolk
Wood, Costessey, and Beetley are being Bat Group to place
adapted to create enjoyable areas for the boxes in the best
the public and careful management for locations on the sites.
wildlife. It includes tree planting, pond Eamonn Olley,
creation, putting up the bird and bat the tutor involved in
boxes and making paths. the project at Easton College, is
The boxes have been made to hoping his students will continue their
Boxing clever: Eamonn Olley hands over one of the
encourage blue and great tits, blackbirds involvement in the habitat creation and
boxes to Des Holmes.
robins and flycatchers, barn and tawny management of the sites.
owls, bats and many other species.
Students chase a place in professional football

■ Sport squad but has been offered a trial with
Three Easton College football Blue Square League team Kettering, who
students are on the verge of the play alongside clubs like Torquay and
best Christmas present they could Cambridge.
dream of – a chance to break into Both are National Diploma Year 2
the professional game. students at the college, and even if they
Two of them, John Carrier and miss their main goal have the back-up of
Luke Winter, reached the last 25 being offered top scholarships to pursue
of further education students their football development in the United
in the country to have trials for States.
the English Colleges FA squad, So too has fellow Easton College
which puts them right into student Chris Hall, from Woodton, who
the national spotlight. plays either as striker or wide on the right.
John, a midfield player from The three all play for Norfolk under-18s
Great Yarmouth, has since heard that he and have been involved at various times
is in the last 18 and will be involved in the with the Norwich City Academy.
England set-up to face Wales in January, “All three lads have shown tremendous
Hat-trick of hopefuls (from left), Luke Winter, Chris
Hall and John Carrier, all of Easton College play Watford Academy and expected commitment to the game,” said Gaven
to tour South Korea, Italy and Northern Tipple, Easton College’s head of football.
Ireland next year. “They still have a dream which they are
Luke, a central midfielder from determined to chase and we are here to
Norwich, just missed out on the national help make it come true.

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Reservoir and
The
Sir Nicholas Bacon
Centre
Centre Centre
Marlingford
Equestrian & ASW To
Glasshouse 2
Dairy
Sarnia Unit
P Orchard To Easton
P Village and Deer Park House
Bus Stop
Landscape Chainsaw
Workshop
J3 Horticulture Workshop
Learning Resource Centre Animal LJ Technology Suite
IT Rooms and Care
Design Studio Glasshouse 1 Unit Duffield Centre
Jubilee
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Garden
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DP
Assembly
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Estate Skills
Workshop
The Dell Deer
Sports and 1 White Park
Conference House Hall Cottages
Centre
Wetland DP
Habitat Schools Barn &
P 3 P Walled Teacher Resource
DP Garden Centre
Assembly
Refectory Point
P Recycling Point
Sports
Facilities Woodland
Garden
Hudson Hall
Sports Full
Rayns Hall
Changing Rooms Circle

Café
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P Sheep
Shed
Student Welfare Office Alston Hall P
Student Common Room
DP Assembly
Point Arboretum
Garnett Bus Pig
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Stop Poultry Unit
Unit
Workshops P1 - P9
Rooms DC11 - DC15
Rooms AC21 - AC23
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Rural
Rooms GB001 - GB014 Support
Centre 1 Reception
Rooms SC71 - SC77 2 Student Information Centre
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Agriculture

Literacy and Numeracy

Land-based Engineering and Mechanisation

The University of strongly on vocational skills in key areas

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Equality and Diversity

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The complexity and technology

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First Diploma in Countryside -

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National Diploma in Countryside

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Entry Level qualification

First Diploma in Horse Care

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Horse Care Advanced

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National Diploma in Landscape

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First Diploma in Land-based

Land-based Engineering and Mechanisation

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NCFE - School Pathway

First Diploma in Public Services

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To reflect these diverse career

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