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    16-18 College

    Our array of suitable courses will provide you with the skills you require for future work, apprenticeships or university.

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    Adults

    Are you looking to change your career or to develop your skills to help you start your own business? West Lancashire College have a fantastic variety of Adult courses available.

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    Online Courses

    West Lancashire College offer a wide variety of online courses, in which we provide students over the age of 19 with the flexibility to carry out studying in your own time.

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    Looking for A Levels?

    We’ve paused applications for our A Level provision while we take some time to review the courses we offer.

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    3,500

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    95%

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    With a range of facilities, our students are provided with excellent support from our teaching staff, as well as several areas to study and relax.

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    Student Support

    Our team of trained Matrix accredited pastoral and support staff are always available to help. They can offer confidential advice and guidance, listen to any problems or be referred to for information.

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    Student Life

    West Lancashire College is situated in the heart of Skelmersdale, a modern and vibrant town with a history dating back to the Roman times.

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    Which course is right for me?

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    Careers Programme

    West Lancashire College works in partnership with The National Careers Service, who give guidance to people over the age of 19. Our staff including teachers, personal tutors, Careers Coaches and the Learner Services team are responsible for supporting the delivery of our careers programme through many different formats.

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    Business Breakfast

    Business Breakfast

    West Lancashire College
    Wednesday 20th November 2024
    7:45am - 9:00am

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    Thursday 21st November 2024
    4:30pm - 7:30pm

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    News

    West Lancashire College to host employer breakfast
    30 October 2024

    West Lancashire College to host employer breakfast

    West Lancashire College is excited to invite local and regional employers to their upcoming Employer Breakfast on Wednesday 20th November from 7.45am until 9am.
    WLC Numeracy Week
    18 October 2024

    Students shine in Numeracy Week celebrations

    West Lancashire College proudly celebrated the success of its students during Numeracy Week, which took place from 7th-11th October 2024. The week-long event engaged students in a variety of activities aimed at enhancing their numeracy skills and providing an understanding of how it links with their chosen course.
    Award winning college in West Lancashire!
    17 October 2024

    Award winning college in West Lancashire!

    West Lancashire College has recently become the proud winner of the BIBAs 2024 Skills Provider of the Year Award.