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Hospitality and Catering Students Serve Up Success at Welsh Culinary Championships

North Shropshire College (NSC) Hospitality and Catering students recently enjoyed a trip to the Welsh Culinary Championships to test their cooking skills, and impress competition judges with their talents. Students across Level one, two and three courses at NSC took part in the Championships,... - March 01, 2018 - North Shropshire College

Loyola University and iGrad Fight Student Debt with Two-Pronged Approach

Loyola University and iGrad, an online financial literacy platform, have partnered to fight back student debt among their student body with a dual approach featuring both online and classroom education. When Chicago’s Loyola University welcomed a new president to their administration, the... - February 28, 2018 - iGrad

College Celebrates Entry Level Maths Success

North Shropshire College (NSC) Maths students recently celebrated their academic success at the College’s Oswestry Campus. Many of the students were overjoyed to hear that they had passed their Entry Level Maths exams with flying colours after months of hard work and preparation. In addition... - February 28, 2018 - North Shropshire College

Isaac Mentouri LMT Discloses Unique Path to Four Year Collegiate Degree: What Universities Don't Want You to Know

Licensed massage therapist Isaac Mentouri announces a little known, yet highly disruptive, secret to avoiding excessive time and costs required to complete a 4 year college degree without a high school diploma. - February 22, 2018 - Isaac Mentouri

Hope House Holds Training Event at North Shropshire College

Hope House recently held their annual training event at North Shropshire College (NSC) at its Oswestry Campus. The event was organised by Diane Hobday-Holme, Head of Care at Hope House, and ran for two full weeks. Staff training, interactive workshops and team-building took place in the Conference... - February 22, 2018 - North Shropshire College

Dr Jack Hunter Celebrates Recent Academic Success

North Shropshire College (NSC) is celebrating the academic success of Lecturer Dr Jack Hunter, who teaches Access to Higher Education Sociology and Psychology at NSC and has recently gained his Doctorate in Social Anthropology. To achieve the academic title, Jack undertook seven years of intense... - February 22, 2018 - North Shropshire College

Ian Peake New Principal at NSC

North Shropshire College (NSC) is pleased to announce the new appointment of Ian Peake as Principal. Having been Principal and Chief Executive of Herefordshire & Ludlow College since 2004, Ian has a wealth of experience within FE and has overseen several successful mergers in both Herefordshire... - February 18, 2018 - North Shropshire College

Staff from Footsteps Nursery, Part of North Shropshire College, Take Part in Lifesaving Training

Twelve Nursery Practitioners from Footsteps Nursery in Oswestry have been busy undertaking an important and potentially lifesaving course recently. The staff members, who are also well trained in paediatric first aid, with three also holding an enhanced first aid qualification, have taken part in... - February 16, 2018 - North Shropshire College

A Very Special Night to Shine

On Friday, February 9, a compassionate group of Hope International University undergraduate students dressed up and headed out to Crossroads Christian Church for Night to Shine, an unforgettable prom night experience for people with special needs ages 14 and older. - February 15, 2018 - Hope International University

NSC Floristry Students Show Off Their Talent for Valentine’s Day

North Shropshire College (NSC) Level 2 Floristry Certificate students, Linsay Farthing and Heulwen Morris-Haywood have been busy adding some extra colour to the Oswestry Campus in time for Valentine’s Day. With the support of Floristry tutor Eileen Avery-Scott, the vibrant Valentine’s... - February 15, 2018 - North Shropshire College

North Shropshire College UPS Students Enhance Their Leadership Skills at Outward Bound Centre

Eleven first and second year students from North Shropshire College’s (NSC) Uniformed Public Service (UPS) course went on a week-long visit to the Outward Bound Centre at Aberdovey recently. The week was designed to enable the students to advance their leadership skills and work on their... - February 15, 2018 - North Shropshire College

North Shropshire College and Derwen Bring New Lease of Life to Glasshouse

Derwen @Walford horticulture students have been working with North Shropshire College’s (NSC) Head Gardener, Nicky Worthing, to re-energise the large glasshouses at the Walford Campus. The project has been hugely beneficial to the students, allowing them to put the skills they have learnt in... - February 11, 2018 - North Shropshire College

College Launches Taster Workshops for 2018

North Shropshire College (NSC) is hosting a series of Pre-Course Taster Sessions across all of its vocational areas for Easter and Summer 2018. The sessions are designed to give prospective students an experience of College life and a sample of the wide variety of courses available at NSC including... - February 11, 2018 - North Shropshire College

North Shropshire College Student Celebrates Selection Success

North Shropshire College (NSC) is celebrating the success of Harry Bower, a Level 3 TNS Football Scholarship student who has recently been selected to play for the English Colleges under 18’s football team. The team is affiliated with the English Colleges Football Association (ECFA) who is... - February 10, 2018 - North Shropshire College

College Dairy Herd Passes Inspection with Flying Colours

North Shropshire College’s (NSC) Walford Campus recently celebrated passing it’s Muller Dairy inspection. The inspection took place on the Walford Farm and was designed to look at the health and condition of the dairy herd, as well as the condition of housing provided for the animals,... - February 08, 2018 - North Shropshire College

Career Step and York College Partner to Provide Career Training to the Community of Queens, New York

Career Step and York College of The City University of New York announce new partnership to offer career-changing online programs to the community of Queens, New York. - February 07, 2018 - Career Step

Renowned Early Childhood Program Increases College Success: 30-Year Study Shows Impact on Leading Social Determinant of Health

Participating in an intensive early childhood education program from preschool to third grade increases college graduation rates at age 35, according to a new study by University of Minnesota researchers. The study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, tracked the progress of more than 1,500 children... - February 06, 2018 - University of Minnesota

Allied Real Estate Schools Launches Appraiser Trainee Professional Development Program

Allied Partners with Metro-West Appraisal to provide Career Development and Work Site Experience. - January 30, 2018 - Allied Business Schools

HIU Continues to Exceed Benchmarks for Commitment to Veterans' Success

Hope International University again has been recognized as a “Military Friendly” school for exhibiting leading practices in recruiting and supporting post-military students. - January 28, 2018 - Hope International University

NSC Annual Spring Lambing Day Preparations Underway

North Shropshire College (NSC) is planning for the annual Spring Lambing Day Event which takes place at the Walford Campus. This year the fun filled event will take place on Sunday 25th March, 10:30am-4:30pm with tickets costing just £10 per car / family on foot. The College has a large flock... - January 27, 2018 - North Shropshire College

Stimulating Maths Challenge Engages NSC Students

North Shropshire College (NSC) Maths students recently took part in an interactive lesson designed to test and develop their problem solving and question interpretation skills. The lesson was organised by Jo Millington – Curriculum Area Manager for Maths and English at the College, and was... - January 19, 2018 - North Shropshire College

EIPS Announces Excellent Clinical Licensure Pass Rates with the Board of Behavioral Sciences

For those searching for an online Master in Psychology program leading to California licensure, which allows the student to continue their employ, Eisner Institute stands out on top. - January 18, 2018 - Eisner Institute for Professional Studies

Education Lender Expands Loan Consolidation Opportunities

Helping Borrowers Take Control of Their Financial Future - January 17, 2018 - iHELP Student Loan/RSLFC

APTA and iGrad Attack Student Debt with Financial Literacy

The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and iGrad have partnered to attack the growing student debt problem with financial literacy education. - January 17, 2018 - iGrad

College Seeks Approval for Vending Machine

North Shropshire College (NSC) Agriculture Students have applied for the approval of a new Milk Vending Machine to be installed on the farm at the Walford Campus. The preparations for installing the vending machine are already underway, and obtaining approval from Shropshire Council to sell... - January 17, 2018 - North Shropshire College

A New Year and New Apprenticeships at North Shropshire College

North Shropshire College (NSC) currently has a number of apprenticeship vacancies available, with a range of job sectors from Agriculture, Customer Service, Gamekeeping, Hairdressing and many others on offer for candidates. The vacancies are open to everyone and there is no upper age limit, making... - January 14, 2018 - North Shropshire College

North Shropshire College Gears Up for Careers Fair

North Shropshire College (NSC) is preparing to host a careers event, due to take place on Wednesday 31st January at the Oswestry Campus and Thursday 1st February at the Walford Campus, near Baschurch. Both events will run from 2pm-6pm and are open to everyone, with no need to pre-book. The event... - January 14, 2018 - North Shropshire College

Ex-Student Author Promotes New Book at North Shropshire College

Former North Shropshire College (NSC) student, Ed Giles recently visited the College to promote the release of his new book “Those with Webbed Feet: All about British Ducks, Geese and Swans” which is being published by Brambleby Books. The book is set to be an informative, entertaining... - January 14, 2018 - North Shropshire College

EIPS Announces Tuition Reduction for 100% Online Master in Psychology Program

In an effort to make higher education more accessible and reduce the burden of student loans, EIPS reduces tuition by 25%. - January 11, 2018 - Eisner Institute for Professional Studies

Career Step Donates $15,000 to the Special Olympics in Conjunction with Employee Wellness Initiative

Career Step is proud to announce that through the efforts of its employees the company has donated $15,000 to Special Olympics. - January 11, 2018 - Career Step

ESMOD Dubai Rings in a Fashionable New Year

Fashion Design Bachelor Degree Undergraduate Program Start Date: 28th January 2018 Duration: 3 years For those with a knack for fashion and style, the idea of becoming a fashion designer or making a career in the industry is likely to bring temptation. It is not just the fashion capitals of... - January 10, 2018 - ESMOD DUBAI

Virtual Goalie Creates Virtual Reality Lacrosse Goalie Training Environment

Virtual Goalie uses virtual reality to create a lacrosse goalie training environment. Using an Oculus Rift system combined with Nelson Design Group's software—designed specifically for lacrosse goalies—the player is dropped into an immersive virtual field of play, where one can practice arcs and saves using position cues from a virtual field. - January 10, 2018 - Nelson Design Group

Career Step's Academic Partner Network Adds Louisiana State University Shreveport

Career Step and Louisiana State University Shreveport announce new partnership that offers career-changing online programs to the community of Shreveport, Louisiana. - December 22, 2017 - Career Step

North Shropshire College Presents Cheque to Local Charity

North Shropshire College (NSC) recently made a donation to the not for profit social enterprise CHALK CIC, funded by proceeds from their staff Christmas Meal. A dedicated team of organisers put together a Christmas Raffle, and a Quiz was organised by Tony Evans, Receptionist and Invigilator at the... - December 22, 2017 - North Shropshire College

NSC Students Enjoy Arla Visit

North Shropshire College (NSC) Maths and English students recently enjoyed a visit from local dairy products manufacturer Arla Foods, who successfully demonstrated the importance of Maths and English skills in the workplace. The company, which produces well-known brands such as Skyr and Anchor, has... - December 21, 2017 - North Shropshire College

NSC Enjoys Spectacular Festive Period

North Shropshire College (NSC) has been enjoying a busy festive period with a series of exciting Christmas events. Staff and students at the College have been getting into the spirit of Christmas with a spectacular Christmas Fayre at NSC’s Walford Campus, which gave host to a series of... - December 21, 2017 - North Shropshire College

NSC Trains Teachers for Further Education

North Shropshire College (NSC) is offering an introductory course to anyone who would like to work and teach in the post16 education sector. The BTEC Level 3 Award in Education and Training is a fantastic stepping stone into teaching for those who have no previous teaching experience, as well as... - December 21, 2017 - North Shropshire College

College Welcomes Star Cycling Student

North Shropshire College (NSC) is celebrating the sporting success of George Evans, who has recently started studying Access to Higher Education - Science at the Oswestry Campus. George, 20, has a keen passion for cycling and has already had an excellent start to his athletic career, including a... - December 20, 2017 - North Shropshire College

North Shropshire College Students Experience Festive Fun in London

North Shropshire College (NSC) recently took students from the Academic and Professional Studies Department on an educational visit to London. The trip, which was available to many areas including Science, Business and Art students, included visits to the world renowned Natural History Museum and... - December 20, 2017 - North Shropshire College

College Shows Support for Local Food Bank

North Shropshire College (NSC) Staff have been busy collecting donations for the Oswestry and Borders foodbank over the festive period. The foodbank project, originally created in 2011 by members of local Churches, runs from Beatrice Street in Oswestry and The Methodist Church in Ellesmere, and is... - December 16, 2017 - North Shropshire College

Taster Days a Huge Success for North Shropshire College

North Shropshire College (NSC) recently held a taster day across the Oswestry and Walford Campuses to show year 11 pupils what life as a student at NSC is like. The events were a huge success and there was a diverse range of subjects on offer from Beauty Therapy to Animal Management which were... - December 16, 2017 - North Shropshire College

North Shropshire College Festive Gift Sale in Aid of Guide Dogs Trust

Students at North Shropshire College (NSC) recently took part in a Festive Christmas sale at the Oswestry Campus in order to raise money for The Guide Dogs Trust. The students were given the challenge of making products for a total of £5 and then selling them to Staff, Students and Visitors,... - December 16, 2017 - North Shropshire College

Career Step to Donate $4,700 to the National Military Family Association

Career Step donates $4,700 to the National Military Family Association for their Operation Purple Camp - a summer camp intended to support and encourage military children and their families. - December 15, 2017 - Career Step

Every Learner at North Shropshire College Makes Their Own Special Journey

Success cannot always be measured by the results at the end of a course, that often is an accumulation of a series of events during the learner’s journey. Obstacles and challenge have to be overcome; fears have to be faced and motivation by coaches and tutors keep the learner on track to... - December 14, 2017 - North Shropshire College

2018 Set to be Exciting Year as Colleges Agree Merger

North Shropshire College (NSC) and Herefordshire and Ludlow College have agreed to seek a merger. The proposed merger will enable students in both communities to benefit from good quality education, availability of a broader range of courses and facilities, and it will secure a sustainable and... - December 09, 2017 - North Shropshire College

College Leads the Way with Construction Scheme

In line with Philip Hammond’s budget statement recently, as well as the Government’s commitment to the construction industry, North Shropshire College (NSC) has been leading the way in providing those who are unemployed with job opportunities through the Construction Skills... - December 09, 2017 - North Shropshire College

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