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Middlesbrough College Advantage Programme Your future depends on what you do today
Introduction
How will it work?
What is the Advantage Programme?
There are 4 Advantage Programme packages: Get that Job,
The Advantage Programme has been designed to help you Going to University, Business Start-Up and Life Essentials.
develop the skills required to ensure you have the best Each package offers a range of different and engaging sessions
opportunity to progress to employment, University or business. for you to pick from. Simply discuss with your Personal Tutor
what your ambition is when you finish college and then
What’s in it for me? select the sessions to develop the skills you need to give you
an Advantage in achieving your ambitions. Sessions can be
We all know that life in the 21st Century is very competitive. booked online via the Advantage Programme booking site
The Advantage Programme is designed to give you the which you can access through your Blackboard Home Page.
opportunity to access events, workshops, guest speakers and All Advantage Programme sessions take place outside your
training sessions to equip you with the necessary skills and normal timetabled hours.
mind set that will give you the Advantage to progress.
Where can I go for help, information and advice?
Who can attend?
You will be expected to attend at least 10 sessions of your
All students full or part time, any age can access any sessions choice per year. Your Personal Tutor will provide you with more
within the Advantage Programme. This includes Apprentices information and support throughout the year to help you
and those students studying on access courses. select the right sessions to achieve your ambitions. There are
also Advantage Programme coaches based in MC Job Shop
who can advise and support you throughout the year.
Packages
Get That Job Going To University
Improve your For Students who wish to
employment prospects progress to Higher Education
Business Start-up Life Essentials
For Students who are Giving you skills, support and
interested in starting their advice to meet the demands
own business of 21st Century life
Life Essentials
The following programme of workshops, activities and events are aimed primarily at all students in their first year at Middlesbrough College.
Students with the help of their Personal Tutor can select a range of activities to suit their personal needs.
Title Code Description Frequency
Live Safe - Drive Safe LE5 Can you spot if your tyres are bald? Check oil and water or brake fluid 1 hour session – various
DRIVE Pit Stop – (Female
only session)
levels or even change a wheel in an emergency - NO? Then pop along
to this short workshop to receive simple tips to help get you out of a
time slots available to
book onto
jam.
Female only session.
Live Safe - Drive LE6 Can you spot if your tyres are bald? Check oil and water or brake fluid 2 x 1hr session
Safe Pit Stop levels or even change a wheel in an emergency - NO? Then pop along
to this short workshop to receive simple tips to help get you out of a
jam.
Open session for both male and female students.
Driving Simulator LE38 Have you experienced the effects and impact of texting whilst 2 sessions
New for 2015 driving?
This interactive session uses a PC based simulator to put you in the
driving seat and experience the impact and possible consequences of
texting whilst driving.
Driving Theory Test - LE12 Are you taking your Driving Theory Test soon? This 1hr session 3 sessions
Preparation delivered by real driving instructors is to help you improve your
potential to be successful.
Title Code Description Frequency
Signing for LE7 Will your career path possibly involve the need to communicate with 8 x 1hr sessions
Beginners people who have hearing difficulties? Then this series of sessions in over 8 weeks
the basics of British Sign Language techniques is a must for you and
your career. £75.00
Great skills for enhancing your employability potential.
First Aid for the LE11 Would you know what to do if a work mate was injured on site. This 1 day course
Construction Site short, action based course can give you the tools to potentially save a 2 x 3hr sessions
New for 2015 life and enhance your skills and C.V. Feb Half term.
£25.00
Please note there is a fee for this course.
Street First Aid LE9 Would you know what to do if on a night out a friend is attacked, 4 per week
injured or collapses?
This short action based session utilizes highly interactive online videos
and scenarios to help you develop the decision making skills that can
give you the tools to potentially save a friend’s life.
Preventing STI’s LE13 STI’s are a growing problem mainly due to unsafe sexu al activities 4 sessions per month
New for 2015 caused by peer pressure, miss-information or increased alcohol
consumption.
Middlesbrough College This interactive session provides clear practical information and advice
Advantage Programme
Your future depends on what you do today on how to protect yourself from contracting or spreading STI’s and
also what you should do if you think you may have contracted an STI.
Title Code Description Frequency
Preventing Bullying LE15 Interactive short session looking at the specific nature of bullying and 1 per week
New for 2015 how to prevent it.
Surrender the Me LE17 Team work skills are essential in the workplace and also here at 2 per week
for the We Middlesbrough College. This short, hands on fun session is designed
for you to learn the skills required to be an effective part of any team.
(team work skills)
Bigger Snacks LE20 Fast food facts. How much do you really know about what you are 2 per week
Bigger Slacks eating? Do you know your trans fats from your carbohydrates and
proteins?
An informative session linking the fight against obesity in young
people.
Sort Your Life Out LE21 Steps to success. How to be brilliant. Achieving your aspirations 1 per week
through better organisation skills, preparation and planning.
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Creating and LE23 Do you want to move forward into the 21st century with success? 1 per week
Maintaining This session looks at how to show your abilities with the use of an
a Personal innovative Personal Professional profile that will make you stand out
Professional Online in the crowd. Today everyone uses some form of social media, so why
Profile not take this advantage to use it to benefit your future with a new
form of innovative I.T.
Death by LE25 I.T. presentations are a part of everyday life, so why not make them 1 per week
Powerpoint interesting? This session looks at two different, alternative and fun
ways to present using Voki and Smore, without presenting at all, want
to know more, then pop along and see.
Increase your Online LE26 Ever wondered how a person got that ‘dream job’ without it being 1 per week
Network Contacts advertised. This session looks at a way to demonstrate and prove you
via Linkedin have the skills and qualifications for that dream role so employers can
come and find you.Title Code Description Frequency
Twitter – How to LE36 How often do you tweet and why? Ever wondered what are the other 1 per week
Use it to Enhance uses of Twitter? You can also advertise, market and network with
your Employment other professionals directly, want to know how, then pop along and
Opportunities. find out.
Animoto LE27 Creating videos for personal use, business use and that presentation 1 per week
that needs the wow factor, this session looks at how to use Animoto
for short bursts of video to really make a difference to that all
empowering presentation or magic moment.
Prezi New and LE28 This session allows you to take this format of presentation and use it 1 per week
Improved to your own advantage including a few rarely used benefits that can
make a difference between a Prezi and a power marketing tool.
Make your Money LE29 This session will help you prepare to budget your cash, get to grips 1 per week
Go Further with what’s on your payslip and learn how to make your money go
New for 2015 further.
What is your Body LE30 Learn about body language and its importance in successful 1 per week
Language Saying? communication. Find out why assertiveness wins the day and how to
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New for 2015 avoid being too passive or aggressive.
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Payday Loans and LE31 This session will give you the real facts about debt, payday loans and 1 per week
Loan Sharks loan sharks.
New for 2015
What is a Healthy LE32 This workshop will show you the difference between controlling 1 per week
Relationship? behaviour and a healthy relationship; and separate facts from some of
New for 2015 the common myths surrounding teenage relationship abuse.
Expect Respect LE34 A look into how to ensure everyone is treated with respect regardless 1 per week
New for 2015 of age, race, religion, gender, sexuality, disability or pregnancy. An
open forum to look at these different areas and discuss the impact of
stereotyping.Title Code Description Frequency
Body Image LE35 How aware are you? How often do you check your reflection? Are you 1 per week
New for 2015 a selfie taker, lip pouter, muscle flexing body conscious soul? Do you
ever worry or compare yourself to body perfect celebs? Come along
to this informal session about body image.
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Cyber Safety - Who’s LE36 Do you really know who you are talking to over the internet, how 4 sessions per month
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watching you? much access to your personal information do they have. This graphic
New for 2015 interactive session uses real information from your online profiles to
demonstrate how easy it is to obtain images and details about you.
Chlamydia LE14 Drop in events held each month in the main College street. Pop over Sessions take place
Screening and and meet the team from MyPlace to pick up your C Card and free on Main Street near
C Cards condoms. Reception
A free confidential Chlamydia screening service is also available.
Cleveland Fire LE34 The home fire safety session runs for 60 minutes and highlights 8 x 1hr
Service Home Safety some of the key risks that may result in a house fire starting and the
Road Show preventative measures that can be taken to minimise risk. The session
New for 2015 is supported by a series of images, personal accounts and video clips
to reinforce the key messages. The content, in parts is hard hitting and
can be upsetting for some attendees.
Anthony Nolan Trust LE35 Every day, The Anthony Nolan Trust match incredible individuals Feb 2015
New for 2015 willing to donate their blood stem cells or bone marrow to people 2 information sessions
with blood cancer and blood disorders who desperately need followed by Street
lifesaving transplants. event the next week to
take registrations.
The vision is to save the lives of everyone who needs a bone marrow
or stem cell transplant. These informative sessions will provide you
with accurate information to enable you to decide whether or not to
register as a donor.Get That Job
The following programme of workshops, are aimed primarily at any student wishing to gain full time employment or an apprenticeship at the
end of their studies. These workshops would also be beneficial to Students wishing to gain part time employment whilst studying at the College.
Title Code Description Frequency
How to be Successful GJ1 All you need to know on the do’s and don’ts of being an employee. 1 per week
in Employment We will provide you with top tips on what it takes to be outstanding in
your job role and progress within your company!
The Key to Being a GJ2 This session provides assistance on how to communicate effectively 2 per week
Team Player as an employee around others. Top hints and tips on what it takes to
work with those around you to make you successful and create the
perfect working environment.
Making Yourself GJ3 An essential session on what makes you stand out at interview. Create 1 per week
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Memorable the perfect image and show the business that you are the person to
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employ! Look good, sound good, feel good, the job’s yours!
Dress for Success GJ4 Need to look good at interview? Not sure what to wear? Look no 1 per week
further; this session will assist you in looking professional and making
the correct wardrobe decisions.
Meeting Employer GJ5 Not sure how to impress the boss? This session will take you through 1 per week
Expectations all the essentials in meeting and exceeding employer expectations of
you in your new role.
How to Nail an GJ6 Feeling nervous before an interview? This session will equip you with 3 per week
Interview confidence to deal with interview questioning and prepare you for the
unknown.Title Code Description Frequency
How to be Successful GJ1 All you need to know on the do’s and don’ts of being an employee. 1 per week
in Employment We will provide you with top tips on what it takes to be outstanding in
your job role and progress within your company!
The Key to Being a GJ2 This session provides assistance on how to communicate effectively 2 per week
Team Player as an employee around others. Top hints and tips on what it takes to
work with those around you to make you successful and create the
perfect working environment.
Making Yourself GJ3 An essential session on what makes you stand out at interview. Create 1 per week
Memorable the perfect image and show the business that you are the person to
employ! Look good, sound good, feel good, the job’s yours!
Dress for Success GJ4 Need to look good at interview? Not sure what to wear? Look no 1 per week
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further; this session will assist you in looking professional and making
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the correct wardrobe decisions.
Meeting Employer GJ5 Not sure how to impress the boss? This session will take you through 1 per week
Expectations all the essentials in meeting and exceeding employer expectations of
you in your new role.
How to Nail an GJ6 Feeling nervous before an interview? This session will equip you with 3 per week
Interview confidence to deal with interview questioning and prepare you for the
unknown.
Create the Perfect GJ8 Does your CV/ covering letter look tired and out-dated? In need a 4 per week
CV and Covering makeover? Look no further! This session will bring your CV/covering
(Application) Letter letter to life to reflect your achievements and capabilities and impress
any employer.
Getting job ready GJ10 A one day informative session on how to obtain and succeed in your As and when
dream job.
That Dreaded GJ13 This session will give you the skills you need to complete an 3 x 1hr sessions per
Application Form application form successfully. week
New for 2015
You will also acquire the skills needed to match the job specification
requirements to your application form.Title Code Description Frequency
Preparation for Work GJ14 This session will give you the confidence and knowledge that you will 1 per week
Experience need when attending your work experience placement.
New for 2015
You will gain an understanding of why work experience is important
to your future career and educational prospects.
Group Interview Skills GJ20 Want to perform well in a group interview? In this session you will 1 per week
New for 2015 identify techniques for effective group work in an interview situation;
practice speaking and listening skills in a group and carry out a
problem solving activity in a group.
Apprenticeships GJ21 This session explains what an apprenticeship is, looks at what it really 1 per week
explained involves and the benefits of doing an apprenticeship. It will show you
New for 2015 how to register your interest in an apprenticeship, create a profile
on the National Apprenticeship Service website and how to find and
apply for apprenticeship vacancies.
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Advantage Programme Get involved GJ22 Can’t get a job without experience, can’t get experience without a job, 1 per week
Volunteering
Your future depends on what you do today
actually you can! This session looks at the benefits of volunteering
New for 2015 and why people choose to volunteer. You will also register with an
approved volunteering site.Going To University
The following programme of preparation and planning workshops and events are targeted towards those students who are thinking of
progressing to University. For those students in the first year of their Level 3 programme there are sessions that give information about the
choices available including financial advice. Students in their second year will receive support in writing their UCAS Personal Statements, advice
on accommodation, living at University and how to manage your finances.
Title Description Frequency
Teesside University These sessions are a must for all Level 3 first year students. Sessions running each day w/c 12
Passport Programme A representative from the Passport Programme will deliver a January 2015, times now listed on
Information & presentation on what the Passport Programme can offer students Advantage Programme booking
Enrolment Sessions who will be applying to University from September 2015. Enrolling system
on Passport does not commit a student to applying to Teesside
but will offer valuable support with their application including
invitations to special events at Teesside University. All students who
go on to enrol at Teesside University will receive a £500 Kickstart
Bursary.
Teesside University 100 sought-after places available on each of the days. This Friday 23rd and Wednesday 28th
Passport Programme informative and interactive day will include subject specific sessions January 2015.
Subject Experience in areas including Computing, Engineering and Media and will
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Days – A day offsite be a valuable experience for any student aspiring to progress to For details of how to book onto this
Advantage Programme
Your future depends on what you do today in January 2015 at University. exciting day speak to your tutor or a
Teesside University. member of the Careers Team.
Preparing for You may be nervous about an interview for a place at University, TBC
University Interviews if so come along to one of these sessions where an experienced
- What to Expect. adviser will run through the process and give you an idea what to
(Groups) expect and help with interview skills.
Mock University A realistic and challenging mock interview (individual students) Individuals should book with the
Interviews delivered by experienced advisers. College Careers AdvisersTitle Description Frequency
It’s Not Too Late If you missed the January 15th deadline it’s still not too late to apply, Support after 15th January
to Apply (Groups) these sessions will help you to decide upon a course of action to get your
application submitted!
UCAS Extra, late If you’ve submitted your application but have not received any offers, Support after 15th January
February – What’s That UCAS extra means you have a second chance, come along to this session
All About! (Groups) to find out what to do next.
Student Finance for Concerned about fees and loans for University? These sessions will give Support after 15th January
University - The Facts you the facts and information you need.
(Groups)
Student Finance Questions/queries/problems with your Student Finance application TBC
Drop in (Groups)
Advisers from Teesside University will be available to give expert advice on
your Student Finance Application.
UCAS Higher Off site hosted by Teesside University – groups to travel with tutors. 29th April
Education Convention Representatives from most of the Universities in the country will be
Middlesbrough College (for 1st year Level 3 present to give advice and guidance on the courses they have on offer.
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students)
Bio-mechanics - The This talk will investigate what will happen when you get old or injured? 21st January 2015 - 1.00pm
future of your body This interactive talk will introduce students to how we, as engineers, look
at changing the way we think about maintaining our bodies and how we
can improve our quality of life through the study of Bio Mechanics.
Shaping the future This talk is about the inspirational role of the civil and structural engineer 4th February - 1.00pm
with civil and on shaping the world we live in. It sets out to demonstrate that every
structural engineering journey we make, every destination, town and building, and every activity
we undertake in our built environment has been conceived and enabled
by sustainable engineering thinking.
Electrical and This talk is about the multitude of applications that the role of an electrical 25th February - 1.00pm
Electronic Engineers or electronic engineer affects. The impact on communications from
- from deep space space to laying cables in the deepest oceans and harnessing renewable
to deep sea, and energies to provide environmentally friendly power generation to fuel
everything in the latest technologies of travel, leisure, living and innovation. Electrical
between! and Electronic graduates can be found in a range of diverse roles from
research, design, consultancy, management and even an MP!Business Start-Up
For students with business ideas of their own! In the first term, students will get the chance to take part in a business idea competition and
a Christmas Market. In the second term students will be able to attend a range of workshops and activities which will help them to develop
their business plan. At the end of the academic year, students will have the opportunity to pitch their business plan to a panel with the hope of
securing funding.
Title Code Description Frequency
Tenner Challenge SE4 We’re offering all students £10 to start up their own business and 30 min session –
make as much profit as possible by the end of the month. Students various time slots
get to keep the profits or donate them to charity. We’ll provide a log
book for you to keep track of your income and expenditure.
Your Business Ideas SE5 Bring your ideas to the table and you’ll get feedback and some tips on 1 hour session –
how to develop them various time slots
Social Enterprise SE6 You can develop your negotiation and sales skills while making a 7 x 1hr sessions
Challenge difference in the developing world.
Your Business Goals SE7 Now that you’re happy with your idea, set your measurable goals. 1 hour session –
various time slots
Market Research SE8 Do you know who your competitors are? This isn’t restricted to local 1 hour session –
competitors but anyone who offers your line of product/service various time slots
online!
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Pricing your Product/ SE10 A very important point – how much will you charge for your products/ 1 hour session –
service service? Will you offer discounts for multiple purchases or specific various time slots
audiences?
Business Finance SE12 Are the finances of the business causing you a headache? Come along 1 hour session –
and get support with budget planning, profit and loss and taxes. various time slotsTitle Code Description Frequency
Your Business Plan SE13 It’s time to get your ideas formalised into a business plan. This session 1 hour session –
will help you with how to organise it, the style needed and key points various time slots
to consider.
How to Pitch your SE14 Now that you’ve completed your business plan and you’re confident 1 hour session –
Business Idea it’s going to be a success, you need to get the pitch just right. This various time slots
session will help you with your presentation techniques and filtering
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Mentor Support SE16 Meet your mentor and continue your journey towards your business 30 min session –
start-up. available by request
Annual Dragon’s Den SE15 The annual Middlesbrough College Dragon’s Den pitch – your chance 1 hour preparation
to pitch your business idea to a panel with funding up for grabs. session – various
time slots
Princes’ Trust ‘ SE11 Once your ideas are developed and you’ve covered a lot of the basics, 2 x 4 day intensive
Start your Own this intensive session will prepare you for launch! workshops
Business’ (Intensive)
Lean sales: real world SE18 For small business owners and entrepreneurs the one skillset that One-off 9am-4pm
selling skills for start- rules them all is selling. If you can’t build the engine of your business session (lunch
ups (a sales plan) and get it running (personal sales activity) your business included)
is not going anywhere fast. This workshop is a must attend for anyone
with limited experience or knowledge of the sales process and the art
of selling.
Marketing on a SE19 You have a great product or service that your customers are going to One-off 9am-4pm
budget of zero love, if only they knew about it. This workshop is specifically for small session (lunch
businesses with a marketing budget of just above zero. Our expert included)
marketing coach will help you to harness the power of the web, social
media platforms and guerilla marketing techniques to shout louder
than you ever thought you could.
Perfect Persona: SE20 You are your business’s most valuable asset – take some time out to One-off 9am-4pm
communication skills invest in yourself. Getting you upgraded and business-ready is a key session (lunch
for entrepreneurs step in building a winning business. This fun and engaging workshop included)
helps to develop your communication and influencing skills to get you
out of the office and win business.Further Information If you have your own idea for starting a new business we have a range of information, advice and guidance available. Sign up for the Business Start- Up package and we’ll give you our step by step business plan which you can work on throughout the whole year with our mentor’s support. In the first term with us, you have the opportunity to take part in the Market Maker competition. In this you will take your idea, develop a business plan, YouTube advert and pitch with the chance of winning an all-expenses paid trip to New York (maximum of 5 students per team). It starts early in September so be sure to sign up for this on the Advantage Programme booking system. We also host an annual Christmas Market at the college where you will have the opportunity to develop a product and sell it to the public. In the second and third terms you’ll be able to book on to specific sessions which will give you the knowledge to get your business launched. These sessions will range from idea generation, marketing and social media, financial management, legal implications and more! At the end of the academic year you will have the opportunity to access financial support and even to pitch for investment at our annual Dragon’s Den event. So if you have an idea that you think can be the next ‘big thing’, sign-up for the Business Start-Up package and we’ll give you all the support you need.
How the Advantage Programme Helped Me
“I just wished to let you know I now have a job and wish to “I am so happy to have got employment with this company
thank you yet again for your help through the Advantage and appreciate all you did for me via the Advantage
Programme and the work you put in to make this job Programme”.
opportunity happen for me”.
Alex Taylor (Express Engineering - IT Trainee)
Ryan Harris (Express Engineering - Mechanical
Engineering Apprentice)
“The Advantage Programme helped me prepare thoroughly “The Advantage Programme provided me with techniques
for interview and helped me identify means to make myself for interview which gave me confidence and really helped
stand out from other candidates using my previous personal me secure the job.”
achievements”
Becky Midgeley (Pickerings Lifts - AAT Apprentice)
Amaan Ayoub (NIFCO - IT Network Engineer Apprentice)
“I want to thank the Advantage Programme... It definitely helped me to secure the position and I want people to know that it is
well worth taking part in it.”
Jack Buckley (CPI- IT Trainee)Your next steps...
Think about your ambitions. What do you want to do after College?
What is your passion?
Discuss this with your Personal Tutor or an Advantage Coach
Select which package you will focus on, look at the sessions on offer and book yourself a place
on the sessions you want to attend.
Your future success is in your hands – it starts here and now
Get That Job Business Start-up Going To University Life Essentials
Improve your For Students who are For Students who wish to Giving you skills, support and
employment prospects interested in starting their progress to Higher Education advice to meet the demands
own business of 21st Century life
For more information contact your Personal Tutor or the
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