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The Hill is part of Coleg Gwent, Wales' largest further education provider, and offers a comprehensive choice of learning and qualification opportunities for all ages on a full-, part-time or occasional basis. Our team of experienced lecturers, teachers and their management and administrative colleagues are here to offer guidance and encouragement to help you achieve your personal goals and objectives.
Class sizes at The Hill tend to be smaller than on other Coleg Gwent campuses and learners benefit from the high standard of facilities which support our other activities. The Hill offers a wide range of formal qualifications including: OCN; OCR; City & Guilds; NCFE; RHS and many more.
Computing and ICT (Information & Communication Technology)
From beginner to 'Microsoft Office Specialist', The Hill offers courses in MS Windows and MS Office applications to a variety of levels and qualifications. We also offer courses in graphic design, digital imaging, photography, and web design.
Personal Development
We offer opportunities to all ages seeking to enhance the skills that underpin success in education, employment, lifelong learning and personal development. Find out more about Key Skills by visiting the Department for Education & Skills' Key Skills website and contact us for more information about learning at The Hill.
Education & Training
Courses include: Introduction to Teaching (ETO1); NCFE Certificate for Teaching Assistants and Teaching & Learning with ILT (Joint Education Board Certificate/Diploma).
Gardening & Horticultural
Our restored Victorian walled garden, 'Gard-y-Bryn', and The Hill's extensive grounds provide the ideal location for gardening and horticulture. We offer a choice of courses for both the enthusiastic amateur and those wishing to pursue a career in horticulture.
Welsh
The Hill is a recognised centre of excellence for those wishing to learn to speak the Welsh language.
PLEASE NOTE: Courses are offered subject to the availability of resources and the enrolment of a sufficient number of learners. Coleg Gwent reserves the right to withdraw courses and/or to amend course details at its discretion.
Coleg Gwent policies and procedures are applicable to all learners and some courses may require evidence of previous experience. Full details are available from the Coleg Gwent website.
Course fees are based on learners participating in stated assessment and/or qualification criteria.
THE HILL EDUCATION & CONFERENCE CENTRE, Pen-y-Pound, Abergavenny, NP7 7RP
Tel: 01495 333777 Fax: 01495 333778 Email: Hill@coleggwent.ac.uk