Coffee, cake and community. Thanks to everyone who helped us celebrate 10 years of Macmillan Coffee Mornings at Hartlepool College and raise over £475 for Macmillan Cancer Support. #HCFERespect #MacmillanCoffeeMorning

Rhys wasn’t sure Accounting was for him. Now he’s working at Azets and progressing through AAT Level 3. “Just get your foot in the door. Everything else can be worked out around that.” Story: https://tinyurl.com/HCNews17 Courses: https://tinyurl.com/HCBusAccount

Not sorted yet? You’ve still got options. From Level 1 to Level 5, and from Art & Design to Cyber Security, there are still courses open for September at Hartlepool College. See what’s still open: tinyurl.com/notsortedyet #HartlepoolCollege #Enrolment #September2026

Robyn turned her passion for gaming into a Triple Distinction* in Esports and a place at university. Could Esports be your next step? Enrolment is still open for Level 2 and Level 3 this September. Read Robyn’s story: https://tinyurl.com/HCNews16 #TransformingLives #Esports #Success

Three apprentices. One strong partnership. Intelect has welcomed its third Safety, Health and Environment apprentice through Hartlepool College, following triple-distinction success for Luke and Maddie. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/HCNews15 #TransformingLives #Apprenticeships #Partnerships

Freshers’ Fair is tomorrow! Open to all new and returning Hartlepool College students. 35+ stalls, free food, giveaways, part-time jobs, volunteering, Hungry Hippos, Army Airsoft, photo booth, live magic and more. Thursday 10 September, 10am to 2pm.

AI can search the route. You can walk it. Level 2 Sport Outdoors is for students who want to move, lead and learn through doing. Build confidence through sport, hiking, climbing, teamwork and outdoor challenges. Apply now: https://tinyurl.com/HCL2CertSportOD

At @hartlepoolfe.bsky.social, the Choices and Inspire programmes are helping young people re-engage with education through flexible, personalised support. Read the full case study here: https://pulse.ly/7sftitcmiv

Adults aged 19 and over can access more free learning opportunities through our new £4.5m partnership with Hartlepool Borough Council, backed by Tees Valley Combined Authority. Gain skills and qualifications to move your career forward. Read More: tinyurl.com/hcnews12 #TransformingLives #Careers

A work placement became a paid commission for Hartlepool College Art and Design student Evie Basford. After creating branding and a social media plan for a local consultancy, the 18-year-old is now planning her own design business. Read her story: tinyurl.com/hcnews11 #TransformingLives #Careers

Local talent is powering Hartlepool’s new Highlight Active Wellbeing Hub. Six fitness professionals have completed their Level 2 Gym Instructing qualification and are now progressing to Level 3 Personal Training. Read more: tinyurl.com/hcnews10

Brilliant news from Hartlepool College. Our Student Support team has just retained the Matrix Standard, the UK's gold standard for advice and guidance. Careers, wellbeing, SEND, financial support, our team covers it all, and now they have got the award to prove it. Read more: tinyurl.com/hcnews01

BREAKING NEWS... Keith Downie (Sky Sports) speaks to Gary Riches, Vice Principal at Hartlepool College, ahead of the BIG Apprenticeship Event, this Thursday. With 70 employers attending, it is one of the biggest apprenticeship events of its kind in the North. Full video drops tomorrow A.M.

Daisy chose an Accountancy Apprenticeship after strong GCSE results. Now a first year apprentice at Censis Accountancy she is earning, learning and building confidence at work. Meet 70+ employers at The Original BIG Apprenticeship Event. 12 Feb, 5–8pm, Hartlepool College tinyurl.com/BigAppEvent2...

The Original BIG Apprenticeship Event is back for 2026 at Hartlepool College. Hear from apprentices already learning, working and progressing in real jobs. Meet over 70 employers and explore apprenticeship routes on Thursday 12 February, 5pm to 8pm. >> tinyurl.com/BigAppEvent2...

Marketing Made Simple. Learn Marketing Together. A beginner course that’s clear, practical and free from jargon. Delivered one day a week over 14 weeks from 2 Feb, with small group learning. Free to eligible Tees Valley residents aged 19+. Register your interest: lauren.morrell@hartlepoolfe.ac.uk

Make a difference to students' lives. Join us on Thursday 11 December from 5.00pm to 6.30pm to explore Learning Support Assistant roles. More info >> bit.ly/hcfeLSAOpenE...

Bring new skills into your marketing team. An apprentice can support campaigns, content, audience engagement, and reporting. Naomi at Gamers@Hart shows how fast apprentices develop when given real responsibility. Your business benefits while they grow. Register your interest: bit.ly/hcfeMCMApp

PC Geoff Coggin joined us today as part of Cleveland Police's 'Operation Sceptre'. Students heard real stories, clear facts and practical ways to stay safe. Operation Sceptre runs all week to keep knives off our streets through education, engagement and enforcement. #HCFERespect #TransformingLives

The Future Is Female - Construction students (L1–L4) kicked off this year’s Future Female Leaders programme with Angela Carney, Caitlin Towers, and Nichola Harrington. From paper bridges to building confidence, it’s all about connection, skills, and growth. #TheFutureisFemale #TransformingLives

The best way to learn about Hartlepool College? Talk to the people who know it best. Open Event: Wed 15th Oct, 5-7pm. Meet lecturers and students. More info >> https://bit.ly/hcfeOEOct25 #TranformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

Need advice on your next step? Meet our Student Support Team at our next Open Event on Wed 15th Oct, between 5.00 – 7.00 pm. • Applications • Career pathways • Support services https://bit.ly/hcfeOEOct25 #TranformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

Tour our state‑of‑the‑art facilities at Hartlepool College. Open Event: Wed 15th Oct, 5–7pm. See classrooms, workshops and more. https://bit.ly/hcfeOEOct25 #TranformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

Try something new at our Open Event ~ Wed 15th Oct, 5–7pm. • Have-a-Go Activities across curriculum areas • Explore your options • Plan your future Link: https://bit.ly/hcfeOEOct25 #TranformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

Our next Open Event is on Wed 15th Oct, 5–7pm. • Explore courses • Meet staff & students • Get expert advice Join us: https://bit.ly/hcfeOEOct25 #TranformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

****L3 EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORK**** Gain lifesaving skills in just one day. Taught by qualified first aiders with real-life experience. Next Date: Thurs 30 Oct, 2025 Apply Now >> bit.ly/hcfeEFAWork #TransformingLives #FirstAid #Emergencies

Starting college with us in Sept 2025? If you’ve applied, check your invite for your enrolment interview. Haven’t applied yet? Do it now. Apply: bit.ly/hcfeapplynow More Info: bit.ly/hcfeinfo2526 #TransformingLives #NewLearners #NewTerm

Celebrating our students ~ amongst 400,000 achieving Level 3, vocational, technical & T Level success today. Well done on your achievements ~ and good luck for the exciting journey ahead. #ResultsDay #Vocational #Technical #TLevels #TransformingLives #AllResultsMatter

Flying the Flag for HCFE in Seville Our final #TuringScheme trip of the summer is underway! 13 of our L3 Construction & T Level Surveying students are gaining hands-on experience in Spain - from live builds to summer schools. Proud to see them giving their best! #FlagItHCFE #TransformingLives

Twelve of our Engineering students have just returned from a Turing Scheme placement in Salerno, Italy. Three weeks of hands-on work, cultural discovery and flying the flag for HCFE. Read the full story: bit.ly/hcfenews90 #TransformingLives #ExhchangingCultures #Salerno2025 #TuringScheme