Coleg Cambria launches crime-fighting course for next generation of super sleuths
COLEG CAMBRIA has launched a new crime-fighting course for the next generation of super sleuths. The BTEC Level 3 Applied Diploma in Criminology is the equivalent to an A Level and will be taught at the college’s Deeside Sixth Form Centre. Beginning in September, the programme includes modules on the social construction of crime, policy development,…
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Carbon Zero Renewables urges businesses to switch to solar as energy costs rise
A LEADING voice in the solar sector urged businesses to switch to renewable energy now or risk closure due to soaring costs. Across the UK, the combined triple threat of rising gas and electricity bills, supply chain issues and a decrease in consumer spending is hitting the private sector hard. With no sign of a…
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Up to 50 jobs up for grabs at Coleg Cambria recruitment events
A PIONEERING college continues to grow and create jobs that will have a positive impact on the economy in north east Wales. Coleg Cambria has organised recruitment events at its sites in Northop, Deeside, and Yale and Bersham Road in Wrexham to meet demand for new staff. Cambria has up to 50 vacancies for lecturers,…
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Future of £5m clocktower development in good health thanks to Convatec
THE future of a major clock tower redevelopment is in good health thanks to the generosity of a global manufacturing company. A significant community grant from Convatec – the FTSE 100 medical products and solutions business which employee hundreds of people in Deeside – helped the team at the Grade II-listed John Summers Clock Tower…
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Coleg Cambria and industry partners top the table at national skills tournament
COLEG CAMBRIA and industry partners topped the table at this year’s Skills Competition Wales tournament. The north east Wales college was represented by 124 learners and apprentices in a wide range of areas, achieving 15 gold medals, 10 silver and six bronze. Among those to emerge victorious were Joshua Mitchell for IT Network Security; Jack…
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Northop ILS learners enjoy team-building day at Coleg Cambria Deeside
TEAM sports, dance and yoga were among the activities enjoyed by Coleg Cambria students on a unique team-building day. Independent Living Skills (ILS) learners from the college’s Northop campus took part in various sessions designed to improve health and wellbeing, boost confidence and further strengthen friendships. Organised by Student Voice Engagement Officer Mark Ryan Hughes…
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Coleg Cambria learners take aim at criminals on day of cross-border police operations
COLEG CAMBRIA learners helped officers take aim at criminals on a day of cross-border police operations. As part of a programme organised by North Wales Police, British Transport Police and Cheshire Constabulary, Uniformed Public Services (UPS) students engaged in activities centred around the joint campaign Operation Crossbow, focused on disrupting cross-border criminality. The day began with…
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Cambria shows support for leading celebration of diversity and LGBTQ+
A COLLEGE aiming to become the most inclusive in Wales has shown its support for one of the UK’s leading celebrations of diversity and the LGBTQ+ community. Coleg Cambria is sponsoring the Children and Youth Zone at this year’s Chester Pride festival. The free event – which draws thousands of people to the city and…
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Work to begin on £14m Coleg Cambria health complex featuring VR medical wards
WORK is set to begin on a ground-breaking £14m health and wellbeing complex at Coleg Cambria. The state-of-the-art facility will be built at the college’s Yale site in Wrexham. Bodelwyddan-based Wynne Construction – which also developed the adjoining £21m Hafod campus – is to take on the project, which includes a fully furnished industry-standard commercial…
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Apprentices selected for UK skills squad following college success at national competition
COLEG CAMBRIA learners have again demonstrated they have the skills to succeed on the global stage. Three apprentices have been selected for the WorldSkills UK squad in advance of the WorldSkills international event to be held in France next year. They are: Bella Bailey – Beauty Therapy Practitioner – Afon Spa, Aura Leisure Centre Deeside …
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