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About the course

Discover the empowering world of website creation in our comprehensive course. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or simply want to showcase your work, this course will equip you with the essential skills to build your own website, you will explore the basics of website building using free software and receive valuable advice and guidance on alternative options. You will need to have an idea or purpose for your website site, with some content ready and accessible.

How is the course delivered and assessed?

From start to finish, you'll be guided through each step of the process, including invaluable tips on
capturing stunning photos of your work to enhance your website's visual appeal. With a combination of practical demonstrations and expert guidance, you'll navigate through the process of building your website step by step. Learn the fundamentals of using free software and gain insights into other available options. Discover the secrets of capturing captivating photos to showcase your work in the best light possible.
Our courses offer many other opportunities including progression and support into further learning, skills for employment including building confidence to overcome health-related barriers to employment, access and support with essential skills and those who wish to turn their creativity into a career or progression into a qualification.

Students will work towards a Tailored Learning Outcome and by the end of the course, students will have progressed or worked towards their set goal, gain a deeper understanding of how the course can contribute to softer transferable skills. The course will offer many other opportunities including progression and support into further learning, skills for employment including building confidence to overcome health-related barriers to employment, access and support with essential skills in line with our funding criteria.

What do I need to join (Entry Requirements)
No prior knowledge or experience in website building is required to join this course. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some familiarity with the digital realm, our course is designed to meet you at your skill level. Unleash your creativity and unlock the potential of sharing your work with the world through your own beautifully crafted website.
Additional information
Our courses offer many other opportunities including progression and support into further learning, skills for employment including building confidence to overcome health-related barriers to employment, access and support with essential skills and those who wish to turn their creativity into a career or progression into a qualification. Students will work towards a Tailored Learning Outcome and by the end of the course, students will have progressed or worked towards their set goal, gain a deeper understanding of how the course can contribute to softer transferable skills. The course will offer many other opportunities including progression and support into further learning, skills for employment including building confidence to overcome health-related barriers to employment, access and support with essential skills in line with our funding criteria.
Pricing tiers
These courses are delivered under the government Tailored Learning Scheme. They are limited to one Wellbeing course per term (excluding online) The courses are part-funded and therefore means / benefit tested, and fees may still apply. Below is our sliding scale table of tiered costings depending on your financial situation. All of these costs are at the part-funded price. £10 Free - low income below £23,400, JSA, ESA, UC cap: joint claim £988, sole claim £617 £50 - carers allowance, PIP, state pensions, Attendance allowance, Income under 27k, evidence of food bank vouchers, UC cap: joint £1188, sole £817 £60 - income 27 – 30k £85 - income over 30k

Important Course Fee Information

Understanding Your Course Fees

We are committed to making our Creativity for Wellbeing courses accessible to everyone in our community. While the full cost to run these 10-week courses is £75 (£85 for Stained Glass), the majority of our students qualify for a subsidised rate.

Why do I see £75 on my enrolment form?

Our system is required to display the full, unsubsidised cost of the course for advertising purposes. However, if you are eligible for a Tier 1, 2, or 3 rate, this price will be overridden. Our finance team manually adjusts your record after your first session to ensure you only pay the subsidised amount.

Fee Breakdown by Tier

Your fee is determined by your "Local Flexibility" eligibility.

Tier
Eligibility Status
Your Cost
What is covered?
Tier 1
Low income (under £20,319 - £23,400) or on benefits (JSA/ESA/UC)
£10 (£20 Stained Glass / £3 Online)
Materials only. Tuition is 100% funded.
Tier 2
Carers, PIP, State Pension, Food Bank users, or income under £27k
£40 (£10/£20 of which is for materials)
Materials and a small contribution to tuition.
Tier 3
Annual income between £27k - £30k
£50 (£10/£20 of which is for materials)
Materials and a subsidised tuition fee.
Tier 4
Annual income over £30k
£75 (£85 for Stained Glass)
The full cost of materials, tutor, and room hire.
How your fees are used
  • Materials: Every course fee includes a contribution (£10 standard / £20 Stained Glass) to provide equipment.
  • Subsidies: Remaining costs are covered by funding from WECA and the Department of Education. Without this support, we could not offer these courses.
Enrolment Confirmation

Once you have submit your enrolment, you will receive an automated email confirming it's receipt. Once your enrolment is actioned, you will receive one of the following emails:

1. Welcome to SGS College: This confirms your course, location, start time, and student number.

2. Invoice Summary: This email follows the welcome message.

Important: This invoice will state the full £75 (£85 for Stained Glass).
Please do not pay this if you fall under Tiers 1 - 3

3. Course Full / On Hold: If the course is full, you will be placed on hold and contacted if a space opens.