It’s World Mental Health Day and here at Sandwell College we have just trained 16 specialist mental health first aid trainers to help support students. It’s important to remember though that we are here for you throughout your whole stay at College – so you never feel alone. Here are just a few examples of … Continued
An engineering firm’s search for an apprentice is over after Sandwell College student Thomas Embrey excelled in his work placement! Thomas impressed aluminium heat treatment specialists Alloy Heat Treatment (AHT) so much during his work experience, they offered him an apprenticeship. The Dudley-based firm were struggling to find the ideal candidate despite heavily promoting the … Continued
Successful A Level students from the newly launched Central Saint Michael’s Sixth Form celebrated their amazing achievements at a special awards evening. Sandwell Mayor Cllr Ann Jaron cut the ribbon before the ceremony to mark the relaunch of the former Central Sixth college. Prizes were presented to 14 students in categories ranging from Overcoming Adversity … Continued
Sandwell College was proud to welcome regional employers to its Construction Business Breakfast this morning with high profile speakers on the guest list! Employers were invited to support the West Midlands Combined Authority Construction Gateway project, which is dedicated to recruiting currently unemployed people into the sector at no cost to businesses. Dara McCarthy of … Continued
Star performers at Central Sixth are celebrating yet another outstanding set of A Level results! Students achieved an impressive 99 per cent pass rate overall, with a 100 per cent pass rate in 24 subjects. Among the top scoring students were Rachel Baldini, who achieved a hat-trick of As in History, Psychology and Sociology A … Continued
Last month, Sandwell College Central Campus held a special dinner in honour of the Lord-Lieutenant of the West Midlands. A three course dinner and evening entertainment was provided where the Vice Lord-Lieutenant received a beautiful plaque created by Fab Lab, automotive and construction students at the college on behalf of the Lord-Lieutenant. The Lord-Lieutenant has … Continued
Talented art students from Sandwell College have created striking artwork to celebrate the best of West Bromwich. The college partnered up with the Queens Square shopping centre team to create a competition for its students. Five teams of Level 3 second year learners competed to produce a visual celebration of what has been and what … Continued
Access to Higher Education Diploma (health and social science) students at Sandwell College have achieved a 100 per cent pass rate for the second year running. The course was created for adult learners who do not have the necessary entry requirements for undergraduate study at University, or for learners who want to make a career … Continued
The very best business talent and innovation was celebrated last night at The Sandwell Business Awards ceremony. The high-profile event at Sandwell College’s Central Campus in West Bromwich was hosted by ITV Central’s lively weather presenter Des Coleman. Students from the college’s Creative Industries department also entertained ceremony guests with musical performances. Winners on the … Continued
Brilliant news! Sandwell College is celebrating a big win at the Education Awards after being named FE College of the Year 2019! Judges were impressed with how staff teaching has impacted on students and their lives and how the college has gone the extra mile to turn students around to become high achievers. The Education … Continued
