Nelson & Colne College

Nelson & Colne College is a further education provider offering a broad mix of technical, academic and apprenticeship routes for young people and adults. Through its dedicated apprentice section, the college promotes 16–18 and adult apprenticeships, with information on apprenticeships available, guidance on employing an apprentice, and support for candidates via live vacancy listings and tips for success. Apprenticeships sit alongside A Levels, T Levels, technical education, university-level programmes and adult learning, giving employers and learners multiple progression routes from entry level to higher skills. The college highlights strong industry collaboration through its ‘Powered by Industry’ approach, Industry Innovation Hubs and Industry Development Hubs, as well as Leaders of Industry and Extraordinary Minds academies designed to develop future-ready skills. Employers can access information on how to partner with the college via the ‘Employers’ area and ‘Employing an apprentice’ pages, while learners can search all courses, access careers information and guidance, and explore university pathways and work placements. Nelson & Colne College operates as part of the East Lancashire Learning Group, with links to specialist sites such as Lancashire Adult Learning and university-centred provision, supporting workforce development and upskilling across the region.