Prospective students will get a chance to find out how gaining new qualifications could help them get on in life next week (Wednesday 21st October).

Redcar & Cleveland College is holding a special Open Evening where anyone thinking of studying on a course can drop in and get further information, as well as taking a look around the world-class facilities.

Staff will be on hand to give advice on the full range of full time and part time courses on offer. There will also be a Skills Showcase exhibition of work from current college students.

Details are as follows:

Date:        Wednesday 21st October
Time:       5pm – 8pm
Location: Redcar & Cleveland College, Corporation Road, Redcar

The event is a chance for anyone thinking of developing their skills to come along and find out first hand how a new qualification from the college could give a boost to their confidence and improve their employability and career prospects.

Visitors will get the chance take a tour of the college campus, and careers advisors and lecturers will be on hand to offer advice on opportunities and career progression.

The college has recently launched its 2010/2011 Full Time Prospectus, giving anyone thinking of studying a full time course at the college comprehensive details of what is on offer.

Gary Groom, Principal Redcar & Cleveland College, said: “We’re looking forward to welcoming prospective students to the new Redcar & Cleveland College Skills Showcase 2009 and showing them how the learning environment and courses we have on offer can give them a real edge when it comes to improving skills and gaining employment.”