Virtual Reality technology is transforming health and social care education for Sandwell College Health and Social Care adult learners who are developing essential crisis intervention skills. Students have recently been using VR headsets to interact with service users experiencing suicidal thoughts. This groundbreaking step offers a safe, immersive environment to prepare learners for real-world challenges … Continued
Performing Arts and T Level Media students from Sandwell College and Cadbury Sixth Form College took part in an IGNITE workshop with the National Youth Theatre, sponsored by Netflix—opening doors to amazing opportunities. Faye Campbell, a former student with a thriving stage and screen career, shared her expertise with the next generation of creatives who … Continued
The Sandwell Colleges are proud to be an official sponsor of Bulls in the City, an exciting public art trail set to take over Birmingham this summer. The initiative, inspired by the city’s iconic bull, will see a collection of artist-designed bulls placed across key locations, celebrating Birmingham’s culture while raising vital funds for Birmingham … Continued
Our talented Sandwell College T Level Health students have officially begun their industry placements at Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWBT). Gaining hands-on experience across Sandwell and Birmingham hospitals, including the cutting-edge Midland Metropolitan University Hospital, the past few weeks have been all about preparation. Learners have completed a comprehensive corporate induction, essential patient … Continued
The Sandwell Colleges’ £9.3 million Skills Campus in Cradley Heath has reached a significant milestone, with a topping out ceremony today (Tuesday 25 February) marking the completion of the core building phase of the project. The ceremony, attended by college leaders, Sandwell Council representatives and other key partners, highlights the substantial progress of the … Continued
Sandwell College Business students brought their innovative ideas to life in 3D by enhancing original designs to match their vision. During their visit to the Fab Lab, Level 1 learners were tasked with developing a new business idea, aimed at improving an existing concept, through to persuasively pitching their proposals to potential stakeholders. Selecting a … Continued
What a pleasure to welcome back former Sandwell College Business student Eiman to where it all began. Eiman’s inspirational interactive session left a lasting impact on our current Level 2 students, motivating them with her journey of determination, growth and success. After joining our Business Level 2 Extended Certificate programme in 2019 and successfully completing … Continued
“A life-changing opportunity to give back by teaching the very subjects I once studied” is how former Sandwell College star student, and now Business Studies lecturer Agne Cerniauskaite describes her unique experience. Agne started at Sandwell College as an ESOL student way back in 2011, developing her passion for business and teaching, and accomplishing her … Continued
The Sandwell Colleges has once again demonstrated its commitment to delivering outstanding information, advice, and guidance (IAG) services by securing the matrix Standard accreditation for 2025. This national recognition, awarded by The Growth Company on behalf of the Department for Education, highlights the College’s dedication to student success and progression. Following a rigorous assessment conducted … Continued
Sandwell College has been recognised for its outstanding commitment to community development and workforce transformation by winning the Community Excellence Award at the 2025 Signature Awards Birmingham. The award highlights the College’s dedicated approach to upskilling local communities, forging impactful employer partnerships, and creating meaningful employment opportunities through its pioneering Sector-Based Work Academy Programmes (SWAPs). … Continued
