Joining Northampton College

We know that one of the most important choices your young person will make is how best to continue their education, and we’re delighted that they are considering Northampton College for their next destination. This page outlines the key information you...

Mentors, personal support and wellbeing

with exams, use of a ‘safe space’ and having a ‘named person’ to talk to. We also talk to teachers to help them understand how learning may be affected by conditions such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-harm, or bipolar conditions....

Careers

Our Careers Programme, Policy, Strategy and Calendar are available to view on the Document Hub and we welcome feedback on how we can improve these. If you would like to give feedback or are willing to be involved in and support our careers programme,...

Studying with us

Important information

Low carbon challenge to Ignite The Spark in scientists and engineers of the future

Apprentices shine in finals of low carbon challenge

Tots get tour of building site as work continues on college's £4.75m facility

A message for all GCSE students this summer

Issue over some Health & Social Care results now resolved

Northampton College offers adults the chance to update their skills

Statement on Vocational & Technical examinations and assessments in January

Level 2 Certificate in Children and Young Peoples Mental Health

young people?s mental health concerns Understand the impact of children and young people?s mental health concerns Understand how to support children and young people with mental health concerns *All units are subject to change and may be withdrawn. Who...

Level 2 Certificate in Creating a Business Start-Up

Over half a million businesses are started every year; however, 30% of these fail within the first two years. Having a better understanding of the initial processes and requirements of business start-up can increase the chances of your business...

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

builds a culture of care and support. What will I study? Core units: Unit 1 Exploring mental health Unit Unit 2 Understand how to support individuals with mental ill health Unit Unit 3 Understand a mentally healthy environment *All units are subject to...

Level 2 Intermediate Bricklayer Apprenticeship

and mature attitude, effective communication skills. You need to be a self-motivated learner with a focus on quality. How is the course assessed? ? Develop a portfolio of evidence ? Assessments in the workplace ? To complete your apprenticeship, you...

Level 3 Advanced Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

level 3. You will learn basic Engineering skills at level 2. Your practical workshop sessions will cover Hand Fitting skills, how to operate a manual Lathe and Milling machine as well as learning assembly techniques, disassembling and reassembling a...

Level 2 Intermediate General Welder Apprenticeship

arc welding processes, joint types and welding positions. ? Identify and understand the causes of typical welding defects and how their occurrence can be reduced, for the materials and welding processes selected. ? Understand the functions of welding...

Level 3 Advanced Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Apprenticeship

ideal if you have an interest in Vehicle Damage and paint and wish to gain a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Vehicle damage paint. How is the course assessed? Attending college one day a week. All theory exams will be carried out. · Targets will be set in...

Level 2 Professional Hairdressing Apprenticeship

work and learn along other students building relationships, sharing ideas and courage team working AND DIVERSITY Learn how to develop skills on a range of various clients Receive motivational demonstrations from a wide range of our employers Practice...