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With effect from Monday 23rd March 2020, all College sites will be closed with the exception of the Humanities, Arts and Health campus located in Out Risbygate Street Bury St Edmunds (IP33 3RL) which will be open from 09:00 until 17:00 hours Monday- Friday.

A skeleton staff team will continue to operate during these hours at this location and therefore deliveries must be taken to the University Studies Centre on the site where a temporary reception has been established. It is the College's intention to continue to operate as best as it can in these unusual circumstances and therefore it is intended to continue to issue purchase orders to suppliers.

In the event that government measures are extended to a complete lockdown, the College may then have to close its premises completely and deliveries will not be possible.

Please watch the website for further details of this because as you will appreciate it is a fast changing situation. For any queries please send these directly to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

West Suffolk College

Out Risbygate
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP33 3RL

(Sat nav postcode: IP33 3TT - see directions, below.)

Opening hours

Monday to Thursday: 8am to 9pm Friday: 8am to 5:30pm

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🍀 Message for Students of West Suffolk College about gradings, exams, assessments and coursework

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Dear students,

As you continue with your second week of virtual learning, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to you all for the phenomenal way in which you have responded to this transition. I do not underestimate just how big of a change this has been for you all and I wanted to say well done on the progress made so far; and for continuing to put an impressive amount of effort into your work.

When it comes to the grading of exams and assessments, we are working with our awarding bodies as normal and it is therefore essential for you to continue with and to submit coursework because this will be used when determining your final grades. As soon as we have the final confirmation of how grades are going to be awarded for your course, your Course Director will be in touch.

If you have any questions around specific coursework or assessments please do contact your tutors directly. If you need any extra support please contact your Personal Support Tutor or a member of our welfare team on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and they will get back to you as soon as they can.

Thank you for your patience so far and once again a huge well done to you all for making this transition so successfully.

Best wishes,

Colin Shaw

📝 Admissions Message (if you're looking to apply for a course)

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The Eastern Colleges Group, comprising of Abbeygate Sixth Form College specialising in A Levels, One Sixth Form College specialising in A Level and Vocational qualifications and West Suffolk College Sixth Form specialising in vocational qualifications alongside the West Suffolk College Apprenticeship service; are committed to guaranteeing every Year 11 student a place for your Post 16 education from September 2020.

We know that everyone is an individual, with their own dreams and aspirations and our purpose is to have you at the heart of everything we do. We want to reassure you that regardless of what you would like to study, be it A Levels, Vocational qualifications or an apprenticeship we have the expertise to support you to ensure you are enrolled on the programme that is tailored to you and your needs.

We want you to have absolute assurance in these uncertain times.

For any queries around applying or if you need support with an application, please contact our admissions teams on:

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Our Careers Teams are also available to offer 1:1 Careers Advice and Guidance support via email:

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Contact The Careers and Connections Service at WSC

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Everything you want to know about Infant, child and adolescent mental health, training and support. For professionals, families and young people worldwide.

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The mental health of thousands of children and young people is reaching crisis point. Teenagers especially are turning to self-harm or suicide in increasing numbers. But the true scale of the crisis is unknown with so many who show signs of going through trauma unnoticed.

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Spotting the signs of mental health issues in your child and what to do to help

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Children and young people's mental health services (CYPMHS) is used as a term for all services that work with children and young people who have difficulties with their mental health or wellbeing.
You may also see the term children and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) used. This is an older term for the main specialist NHS community service within the wider CYPMHS that may be available locally.

Local areas have a number of different support services available.

These NHS-funded services, together with some local authority services, might be from the statutory, voluntary or school-based sector. For example, an NHS trust, local authority, school or charitable organisation.

Children and young people may need help with a wide range of issues at different points in their lives.

Parents and carers may also need help and advice to deal with behavioural or other problems their child is experiencing.

Parents, carers and young people can receive direct support through CYPMHS.

What are specialist CYPMHS?

Specialist CYPMHS are NHS mental health services that focus on the needs of children and young people.

They're multidisciplinary teams that often consist of:

psychiatrists

psychologists

social workers

nurses

support workers

occupational therapists

psychological therapists - this may include child psychotherapists, family psychotherapists, play therapists and creative art therapists

primary mental health workers

education mental health practitioners - who work in mental health support teams in schools and colleges

children's wellbeing practitioners

specialist substance misuse workers

Check out YoungMinds' list of who's who in CYPMHS and the MindEd e-session on people working in child mental health.

How do I get help from specialist CYPMHS?

Getting help from a specialist CYPMHS is different depending on where you live. Waiting times can vary too.

Most CYPMHS have their own website, which will have information about access, referrals and more, including phone numbers, so you can get in touch directly for detailed advice.

You can also look at your local integrated care board (ICB) website and search for children and young people's mental health.

You may also find it helpful to speak to:

your GP

someone you trust at school or college - for example, a teacher, pastoral lead, school nurse or special educational needs co-ordinator (SENCO)

health visitors

children's centres

If you or your child is being supported by social services or the youth offending team, your key worker will be able to refer your child for an appointment with someone in specialist CYPMHS.

There are many services to go to for help without having to ask for a referral, including crisis helplines that anyone can call.

Read about where to get urgent help for mental health.

Read about voluntary community-based youth information services - which often have drop-in sessions for advice and professional help.

When is the transition from specialist CYPMHS to adult services?

The age children and young people move to another service can vary, although most services transition at 18. A few services transition at 16, or there may be some flexibility.

Transition planning should start around 3 to 6 months before the transition.

Transition between services can be a scary time for young people as the teams they know and are used to working with change.

It's important everyone involved understands the process and feels supported and prepared to try to ensure the transition is as smooth as possible.

The CYPMHS team should work to help support the transition. For example, a joint meeting might be arranged with the current team and the new adult mental health services.

The Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families website has information about moving on from CYPMHS.

What can I expect from my CYPMHS appointment?

Knowing what to expect when you're going to CYPMHS will help you feel more in control of what's happening.

Rethink has a guide that offers tips about what to expect and ask during your first CYPMHS appointment and beyond.

CYPMHS are made up of teams of different professionals, such as psychologists, social workers, nurses and therapists.

You may be asked a lot of questions and team members might want to talk to your family.

This is because the team you see will want to listen to you get a good understanding of the problem in your own words.

Once they have a good sense of who you are and what you want, they'll suggest different things that can help and you'll decide what to do next together.

The Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families website has information and a video about how young people receive support from mental health services.

CYPMHS resources

A lot of organisations have helpful information about what CYPMHS services offer.

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Children and young people's mental health services (CYPMHS)

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Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health

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About the course

The mental health crisis is becoming increasingly prevalent in the UK, with 1 in 4 adults experiencing a mental health problem every year.

The Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health is designed to provide a greater awareness of mental health issues and the importance of mental well-being.

Learners will build a knowledge base that can be used in a variety of occupational roles, gaining an understanding of the skills needed to work in mental health services, the importance ofaddressing mental health problems, and how legislation and publicity are changing attitudes towards those seeking treatment.
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Entry requirements

Learners must meet the following eligibility criteria to access this course:

*Age: Learners must have been at least 19 years of age by 1 August 2021 (if you are aged 19-23 years you must already hold a full level 2 qualification i.e. 5 x GCSE's grade A*-C / 4-9)

Nationality: Learners must have lived within the EU for at least the last 3 years

Learners will be required to complete an electronic enrolment form.

Learners will be required to complete a student declaraton.

Learners must undertake a maths and English skills checker. (initial online course only)

Learners will be required to attend an online induction session via zoom.(initial online course only)

Apprenticeships: Please contact us regarding the funding rules for apprentices

*Due to funding criteria we are unable to funded learners who already hold a Level 3 qualification; however, we accept those who wish to self-fund - please enquire for more information.

Qualifications

NCFE Cache Level 3 Certificate

What you'll learn (core modules)
Unit 1: Understanding the Context of Mental Health and Wellbeing

· Understand the range of current legislation that applies to mental health and how it has changed over time

· Understand the range of attitudes and perceptions of mental ill-health

Understand the current pattern and range of services for mental health problems and how these have evolved

Unit 2: Promotion of Mental Health and Wellbeing

Understand mental health and wellbeing in the different stages of life

Understand how to support mental health and wellbeing

Unit 3: Mental Health Problems â€" Associated Issues and Consequences

· Understand how mental health problems have social consequences for the individual, their family and society as a whole

· Understand the use/misuse of substances and alcohol in the context of mental health problems (dual diagnosis)

· Understand mental health problems in the context of offending and the criminal justice system

· Understand suicide and the prevention of suicide

· Understand self-harm

Unit 4: Understanding Mental Ill-Health

· Understand a range of mental health conditions

· Understand the treatments and interventions available for a range of mental health problems

· Understand care planning in mental health services

Unit 5: Working in Mental Health

· Know how to develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary for working in mental health services

· Understand the roles and responsibilities of a care or support worker working in mental health

· Understand the roles of other professionals providing mental health services

· Understand how to use reflection in the development of skills, knowledge and practice

How will I be assessed?

This qualification is assessed via an internally assessed portfolio of evidence which is submitted to your tutor using the online portal.

Where is the course delivered? (facilities/classrooms)

All learning is completed online (self-study) at a time that suits you without the need to attend college.

At the start of the course and you will be allocated a designated tutor who will support you through your qualification.

Where will this course take me?

Once you have completed your course with us, you may feel that you would like to progress with your studies or develop skills in another area and take up another course. Please select the link below to view all our other online courses:
Level 2 - Online Courses
Level 3 - Online Courses - Free qualifications - Lifetime Skills Guarantee (wsc.ac.uk)

How much will it cost?

**The course is fully funded and there are no associated costs with completing this course*

However if you start and do not complete this course there will be a charge of £125 to cover registration fees and associated costs.
**Due to funding criteria we are unable to funded learners who already hold a E: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Level 3 qualification; however, we accept those who wish to self-fund - please enquire for more information.

If you need help with funding
Student Finance (wsc.ac.uk)

I'm interested. What should I do now?

Please select "apply online" and complete the application, once we have received this, we will contact you with further enrolment information.

Days & times
Please contact us for dates and further information

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West Suffolk College is one of the country's leading further education and apprenticeship providers. Our apprenticeship results have consistently remained above the national average. We offer many degrees, HNCs and HNDs at our focused and inclusive University Studies Centre. We have around 13,000 students including nearly 2,000 apprentices studying with us. We have three campuses in Bury St Edmunds including the Built Environment Campus. Our learning centres include Bury St Edmunds, Haverhill, Ipswich, Sudbury, Thetford. We've worked with 1000+ employers over the last year. A fantastic 97% of students go on to further education, employment or voluntary work.

For more information, ask us a question or call 01284 701 301. For term dates, click here.

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West Suffolk College - Diplomas, Degrees, Apprenticeships & T Levels

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West Suffolk College is one of the country's leading further education and apprenticeship providers. Our apprenticeship results have consistently remained above the national average. We offer many degrees, HNCs and HNDs at our focused and inclusive University Studies Centre. We have around 13,000 students including nearly 2,000 apprentices studying with us.

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Children and Young People's Empowerment Project

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Children and Young People's Empowerment Project

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Please see below a list of useful resources for young people and those interested in our work. Each link will open up a new window where you can download each resource.

Chilypep research and resources

Chilypep Policies

We encourage young people to have a voice and active role in how decisions that affect their lives are made. There is so much great practice participation with young people happening every day across the UK. We wanted to bring this together in one place for services and professionals to see.

Toolkits and Guides

Resources and Templates

Participation Models and Training

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Please see below a list of useful resources for young people and those interested in our work. Each link will open up a new window where you can download each resource. We encourage young people to have a voice and active role in how decisions that affect their lives are made.