Equipment Donation Supports Greenfields School in Newport
2 December 2020
With the opening of our new Torfaen Learning Zone campus just around the corner, Rachel Gruber, a Technician in our School of Health and Social Care, decided to search for a new home for our old science equipment to give it a second lease of life.
Meet the Learner: Megan Chard is on track to achieve her Gym Trainer Qualification
26 November 2020
Sport and fitness have always been a major part of life for ex-professional Welsh cyclist, Megan Chard. But Megan now has time to focus on other things like completing her gym instructing course at Coleg Gwent.
Taking care of our young carers through the QSCS accreditation
18 November 2020
Did you know that young adult carers are three times more likely to be out of education, employment or training than other young people, and five times more likely to drop out of college? But at Coleg Gwent, we've got you covered with a network of support under our QSCS accreditation.
Global Entrepreneurship Week 2020
16 November 2020
At Coleg Gwent, we’re delivering a week of virtual activities to support our entrepreneurial learners to go freelance or start their very own business, without letting COVID-19 put their dreams and plans on hold, and Coleg Gwent alumnus, Abi Chamberlain, inspires with her story.
Have you heard about the Kickstart Scheme?
12 November 2020
A fantastic new opportunity has been announced by the Government to reduce long-term unemployment and skills shortages, and it’s a programme we’re proud to be part of… the Kickstart scheme!
Meet the Learner: Nibin learns the nuts & bolts as an Apprentice Civil Engineer
10 November 2020
Since completing work experience with Blaenau Gwent County Council and Alun Griffiths Civil Engineering and Construction during the school summer holidays, Nibin found his niche and knew he wanted to work in Civil Engineering industry in a hands on role.