Student Support

The Higher and Adult Education Centre at Ashton Sixth Form College is proud of the support provided for our students. So why not speak to the Student Services team to find out how we can support your learning.

How can we support you?
  • Get advice as you make important choices about the right course for you
  • Speak to us to ensure you have the right support whilst you study with us

We can offer
Services

- Inclusive Learning
- Counselling services
- Careers Support
- Library and IT Centre
- A chaplaincy
- Costa Coffee and Food Market
- IT (Tech support)




EmpowerU programme

Our EmpowerU programme is a range of employability and enrichment services, activities and classes for higher education and adult students.

Community events:

Fundraising and donations for chosen charities

  • Days and nights out
  • Awards and celebration events
  • Graduation ceremonies
  • Class celebrations

Employability

-Alumni speakers
-Expert led workshops
-Career sessions and appointments
-Job applications and guidance
-Interview preparation
-CV writing
-UCAS support
-Guest speakers


Enrichment

-British Sign Language
-Mental health and wellbeing
-Mindfulness
-Wellbeing walks
-Emergency First Aid
-Educational trips and visits
-LGBTQ+ awareness
-Coffee mornings
-Acts of kindness
-Digital skills
-Social events

The empowerU programme endeavours to enhance your confidence, teamwork skills, appreciation of diversity and difference, and enjoyment throughout your studies.


Support Services from Higher Education

Our university courses are run in collaboration with Staffordshire University, The Associated Merseyside Partnership SCITT and Liverpool Hope University.


Staffordshire University

Students on the Foundation Degree in Education, BA (Hons) in Education Top-up, and the PGCE/Certificate in Education Post 16 programmes have access to a range of services including:

  • Online library services
  • Online study guides
  • Careers support
  • Diversity and Inclusion Support
  • Health and wellbeing Support
  • Blackboard virtual learning equipment
  • Fee payment arrangements
  • Policies and procedures


Associated Merseyside Partnership School Centred Initial Teacher Training

Students on the PGCE Primary programme will have access to a range of services including:

  • A personal coach that will support you
  • NASBTT
  • Education Support Service (wellbeing)
  • Online library services
  • Careers support
  • Fee payment arrangements
  • Policies and procedures

The SCITT team and teaching staff will provide training, guidance and support as you apply for your first teaching post.

These are all in addition to support services at the college.

Get in touch

Get in touch with us on 01616668215 / AdultEd@asfc.ac.uk or drop into the main reception on Darnton Road, OL6 9RL.