For course information call 020 8090 3020 www.barkingdagenhamcollege.ac.uk71Help if you have a Learning Difficulty or DisabilityGeneral InformationWe are committed to equal opportunities and will provide additional support for those with learning difficulties and health problems including mental health and disabilities. To help us help you, please apply early to ensure we can meet any reasonable additional needs. Our Learning Support Coordinators will assess your needs and arrange any support required. They will also liaise with teaching staff and external agencies to ensure that learners are fully supported. For example if you are deaf or hearing impaired, the College will provide you with a Communication Support Worker (CSW) in your lessons. Learners who have learning difficulties and problems with literacy and numeracy can also receive support. Special examination arrangements can be made where appropriate. Learners with physical disabilities can access all parts of all buildings via lifts, ramps and automatic doors. We also have specialist facilities for wheelchair users including toilets on each level. We have a wide range of equipment and facilities available to support learners with additional needs, including specialist software, adaptive technology and personal hearing loops.The Best for Sport and Fitness The benefits of exercise are well known, and at our Rush Green campus we have a range of excellent sport and fitness facilities. Air-conditioned Fitness RoomOur well-equipped and spacious fitness area caters for all levels of fitness and ability. With 17 pieces of specialist cardio and resistance equipment to choose from, staff will work with you to create a Personal Exercise Plan designed to help you achieve your fitness goals. Learners can take advantage of a preferential rate of just £15 a month for unlimited use.A gym for allYou don't have to be a College learner to use our Fitness Room. Members of the public are welcome too, and our rate of just £20 a month for unlimited use is extremely competitive.We have special rates for anyone who wants to join for 6 months or more. Just refer to the table below.If you live or work locally why not contact us for more information and opening times. Talk to our Sports Centre Manager on extn 7147 or email:gym@barkingdagenhamcollege.ac.uk The Sports Hall and StudioWe want to provide you with the opportunity to enjoy the best in sports and fitness.where fun is essential! Why not choose from 5 a-side football, basketball, badminton, indoor cricket, netball, spinning classes, aerobics, martial arts or table tennis to keep you active, and with all the equipment supplied, there is nothing holding you back.Facilities Available for HireOur Sports Hall and Studio facilities are also available for hire for fitness competitions, indoor hockey leagues, 5-a-side football leagues and much more. If you are interested and would like more details about availability and rates please contact our Sports Centre Manager on extn 7147 or email: gym@barkingdagenhamcollege.ac.ukSport and FitnessMembership optionsCost6-month membership for learners and staff£906-month membership for public£110Year membership for learners and staff£160Year membership for public£200

For course information call 020 8090 3020 www.barkingdagenhamcollege.ac.uk72Barking & Dagenham College Courses at Barking Learning CentreGeneral InformationWe're really proud of our community links and of our commitment to making learning accessible to everyone. Whether you're looking to progress at work, improve your chances of securing a job, prepare for a Further Education course or help your children with their homework, enrolling couldn't be easier. Enrolment also gives you to access to all of our facilities at the Rush Green site, including the fitness centre and advice services. Barking Learning Centre (BLC)2 Town SquareBarking IG11 7NBTel: 020 8724 8684 or 020 8724 8732An exciting learning facility providing a wide range of courses and qualifications. We work in partnership with The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, and many of our courses are matched to job opportunities locally. Courses start from Entry Level (Beginner) and include: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Adult Maths, English, Introduction to IT, Health and Social Care, Retail and Customer Sevices, Business Studies and Teaching Assistant.Additional facilities at the BLC include a Central Library, Café and a One-Stop-Shop offering support and advice.''The tutors are absolutely brilliant at Barking Learning Centre. They are very patient and helped me with anything I didn't understand.''Anu Somasekaran, who recently completed her Teaching Assistant course with us.