Drew cements apprenticeship after meeting new boss on construction course
A STUDENT is set for a career in the construction industry after meeting his new employers on a Traditional Building Skills course. Drew Davies joined Semper Plastering as an apprentice after impressing them while attending the programme at Coleg Cambria. Organised by Wrexham Council and held at the college’s Bersham Road site, the courses are…
Read MoreColeg Cambria virtual Eisteddfod a big success as record numbers join online
A POPULAR Welsh Eisteddfod was held virtually this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Taking the event online did not stop more than 180 members of the Learn Welsh North East provision participating in the Eisteddfod y Dysgwyr (Learner’s Eisteddfod), organised by Coleg Cambria and Popeth Cymraeg. Entrants submitted their work and performances via photographs,…
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Bank of England Governor deposits advice to Coleg Cambria business students
STUDENTS credited leading finance figures and thanked them for depositing sound advice during a virtual lesson. Economics and Business learners at Coleg Cambria Yale in Wrexham enjoyed an online discussion with Governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey. Mr Bailey was joined by the Bank of England’s Agent for Wales Stephen Hicks, and Deputy…
Read MoreSporty students support young and vulnerable with health sessions in Covid
STUDENTS have been supporting young and vulnerable people in their communities throughout the Coronavirus pandemic. As part of Coleg Cambria’s Trusted Leaders programme, learners joined forces with AoC Sport (Association of Colleges) ambassador programme to support health and wellbeing sessions in north east Wales. Sixteen students from Cambria’s sites in Deeside, Northop and Wrexham took…
Read More4G4U and RainbowBiz CIC unite to connect communities in Covid pandemic
A SOCIAL enterprise volunteer who fell through the net when trying to get online is finally able to access the web thanks to the generosity of two Flintshire organisations. RainbowBiz CIC supports some of the most vulnerable people in the county via a series of initiatives, one of which saw them receive funding from the…
Read MoreInspiring Amy releases series of books for children with autism
AN INSPIRING student has written a series of books for children with autism. Amy Le Dain, from Buckley, created Autism and Sea following her own experiences with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and wants to help young people to better understand the condition. The 27 year-old is currently studying Sound Engineering and Music Production and has put together…
Read MoreColeg Cambria Esports course is a game changer for education in North Wales
COLEG CAMBRIA has unveiled a new course that will help meet demand for skilled workers in the booming billion-dollar Esports sector. The college is welcoming students to join the innovative BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Esports. The two-year qualification will run at Cambria’s Deeside site from September and has been created by the…
Read MoreCleona joins award-winning Celtic Financial Planning as new London office is unveiled
A GROWING financial advisory firm is making a bold capital investment as it continues with expansion plans. Mold-based Celtic Financial Planning has unveiled new offices in Canary Wharf, London, and welcomed award-winning Cleona Lira into the fold. A chartered financial planner, Cleona has more than a decade’s experience in the sector and is delighted to…
Read MoreStudents to benefit from college union with skincare and hair and beauty giants
BEAUTY therapy students will face their future careers with confidence after completing courses with an esteemed skincare organisation. Coleg Cambria Deeside is a Partnership College of Excellence for Dermalogica, a globally renowned brand operating in more than 100 countries. As part of their nationwide education programme for students and apprentices, the company launched its Aspire…
Read MoreRetailer launches new app for their loyal community of pet parents
A LEADING pet retailer launched a new app to reward the loyalty of long-standing customers. PetPlace is giving back to their loyal community of pet parents by launching the PetPlace Plus+ app, providing free advice and guidance, latest news and exclusive offers with added benefits and features being introduced throughout 2021. Available on a multitude…
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