Education

The learning & skills strategic vision is to ensure that every man at HMP / YOI Standford Hill is fully supported towards a successful resettlement through the provision of appropriate, and industry led qualifications and skills.

Our curriculum is formulated using labour market information, targeting skills gaps around industry areas that our men regularly undertake work in. Our delivery methods are varied and work with the needs of the individuals. We provide, academic, vocational and employability learning opportunities for all of our men.

MK college is the in house education provider delivering high quality courses such as:

English & Maths - All jobs require employees to have a good level of English & Maths. If men are under Level 2 we will support them in improving their skills and gaining a recognised qualification. Men are expected to engage in these courses whilst resident here.

Art - These classes cover the different aspects that comprise Art & Crafts, gaining qualifications along the way. Artwork produced in these classes is displayed around the site and regularly nominated for Koestler Awards.

Steps to the Gate – CV, disclosure letter and cover letter. Two day course, run Wednesday’s and Thursday’s The CV is live on the system, for as long as you are with us. Keep this up to date, by visiting education during open hours.

First Aid - Increased skills and knowledge in First Aid.

Health & Safety - Supportive learning to allow learners to undertake and pass their CSCA theory test.

East Kent College offers a variety of Level 1, 2, 3 and 4 courses and Professional Qualifications available locally to those at Standford Hill.

Level 1 Electrical Installation

Study for the City & Guilds Level 1 Electrical Installation Diploma

Begin your career in the Electrical Industry and gain a professional qualification

Covers a wide range of practical skills and knowledge

Level 2 Electrical Installation

Study for the City & Guilds Level 2 Electrical Installation Diploma

Gain a deep understanding of Electrical Installations, including: Scientific Principles, Design, Environmental Systems and Testing & Commissioning

Can progress to 18th Edition and Part P Building Regulations

Level 1 Plumbing

Study for the City & Guilds Level 2 Plumbing Diploma

Start a career in the Plumbing Industry

Covers a wide range of practical skills and knowledge

Level 2 Plumbing

Study for the City & Guilds Level 3 Plumbing Diploma

Gain a deep understanding of Plumbing Installations, including: Domestic Hot Water, Complex Cold Water, Domestic Gas Principles, Central Heating Systems, Working Principles, Installation Options and Regulatory Requirements Includes BPEC Unvented Cylinder, WRAS Water Regulations and Level 3 Building Regulations Construction Health & Safety

FREE Course to help gain CSCS operative card

You need a CITB CSCS card to be allowed to work on any construction site in the UK

This course provides all you need be able to apply for a CSCS card including: NOCN Level 1 Health & Safety in a construction environment 1 day course and exam, and the CITB CSCS Operative test.

Rail track including PTS

Personal track safety (PTS) is the qualification every worker needs before you can work on– or

near – any line owned or managed by Network Rail. It is designed to help workers to

understand the systems that keep them safe.

The main risks of working on the railway are:
being hit by a train, on-track plant, or a road rail vehicle
electrocution from an overhead power line or a conductor rail
trips and falls.

PTS training aims to make rail workers aware of their surroundings at all times on the railway, so they stay safe.