General informationOrpington College has been offering courses for more than 30 years. The college currently provides learning to 6,000 learners studying for GCSE or basic skills qualifications through to degree level. Orpington College trains business people and organisations who want to improve the effectiveness of their workforce for school leavers, professionals and adults returning to study. The college operates in a thriving and diverse community drawing learners from neighbouring boroughs such as Bexley, Lewisham and Greenwich. |
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Orpington College has an excellent track record of delivering a wide range of qualifications to employers as it is able to work flexibly to meet the diverse needs of the businesses that surround them.
The college has also been awarded Centre of Vocational Excellence (COVE) status in financial services with many students also accessing work through placements and internships in the sector.
Orpington College became a training provider for the National Skills Academy for Financial Services in March 2008.
A new building with eco-friendly design and fresh modern interior houses the Skills Academy’s activities, further enhancing the quality of teaching and learning.
With a wealth of financial services firms close to the college, particularly insurance brokers and retail banks, Orpington College has been highly successful in delivering Advanced Apprenticeships. This makes Orpington College one of the leading providers of financial services Apprenticeships in the country.
Tel: 01689 899700
Website: www.orpington.ac.uk
| • | Advanced Apprenticeship in Advising on Financial Products (Level 3) |
| • | Advanced Apprenticeship in Providing Financial Services (Level 3) |
| • | Certificate in Financial Studies (Level 3) |
| • | Diploma in Financial Studies (Level 3) |
| • | Intermediate Certificate in Personal Finance (Level 2) |
The National Financial Services Skills Academy is a company, limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales with company number 6205260. The registered address is GD Law, 10 St Bride Street, London EC4A 4AD. The trading name is the National Skills Academy for Financial Services. A Registered Charity number 1129904.
