The City of Bristol College has built flexible, successful partnerships with many of the areas leading businesses. As well as accredited training on behalf of all the major awarding bodies, the College offers specially tailored, flexible programmes of study for companies and individuals.
Courses range from marketing and customer service to hydraulics and first aid.
There are also specialised courses in graphic design, media production and personal presentation skills. NVQs are gained through a combination of providing evidence of practical ability and specific assessment. The City of Bristol College also offers a wide range of training opportunities at NVQ 2 level under the Foundation Modern Apprenticeship scheme. It's new and differs from previous initiatives in a number of fundamental ways. Through work, education and continuing training, New Deal aims to help young people gain the qualities and skills they need to increase their employability and to get and keep jobs.