Centre Information

ETSA
2 Loughgall Road
Armagh
BT61 7NH

Email: info@am2etsa.com

Tel: 07972 356405

Website: https://am2etsa.com/ 

7.30am – 5.30pm

Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled assessment time.

On-site parking is available.

Please park at front of main building and walk through building to rear exit. We are 3^rd unit on the righthand side – number 36. Please don’t park in undesignated areas or in front of other business units.

Public transport links:

https://www.translink.co.uk/timetables

Local Taxi services:

Premier cabs 028 3752 7222
Eurocabs 028 3751 1900
Diamond Taxis 028 3752 5204

Accommodation:

Local hotels still currently closed (20^th May). There is self-catering accommodation taking bookings close by, Dobbin Lodge, http://www.armaghselfcatering.co.uk/. Hopefully B&Bs will reopen soon. Please call and I can update you on local accommodation.

Please park at front of main building and walk through building to rear exit. We are 3^rd unit on the righthand side – number 36. Please don’t park in undesignated areas or in front of other business units. Ring centre doorbell on arrival.

Kitchen facilities are available for candidates including fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle and coffee machine. The centre provides a range of snacks. There is also a shop which provides sandwiches and hot food counter within a 2-3 minute walk.

The centre will be running at a reduced capacity to ensure social distancing and government guidelines are adhered to. It is very important that candidates feel they are in a safe environment and feel comfortable during the assessment. Therefore, candidates will be given the option to reschedule assessments as necessary.

Measures which have been put in place to ensure candidate safety include:

1. A barrier system has been put in place to ensure candidates are kept at least 2 meters apart.
2. Cable reels and consumables to be issued per candidate so no sharing of resources or tools.
3. Each candidate issued with full set of books on commencing assessment so no cross contamination.
4. Each candidate also assigned a work bench area and study table to use throughout the assessment to reduce cross contamination.
5. Spare test equipment available allowing it to be fully wiped down between change of users.
6. Equipment or areas that will be shared such as PC for online exam will be wiped down on a regular basis. Regular cleaning will also take place throughout the centre including door handles and kitchen area.
7. Hand sanitiser available at various points throughout the centre. Candidates will be encouraged to use hand sanitiser on a regular basis especially when leaving bays.
8. Sinks available in the workshop so candidates will be encouraged to wash hands regularly.
9. Candidate breaks to be staggered to ensure social distancing in canteen and rest areas.
10. The candidate will be contacted before the assessment to ensure they have had no symptoms of Covid-19 and if needed suspend the assessment to a later date. Candidates will not be charged for rescheduling due to Covid-19.
11. The candidate will be encouraged to wear a mask as this advice offers the best protection. Gloves and face coverings will be made available to candidates.
12. Candidates temperature will be checked on entry to the assessment centre.

Electrical Training Trust (ETT)
57-59 Ballymena Business Centre
62 Fenaghy Road
Ballymena
BT42 1FL

Email: info@ett-ni.org

Tel: 028 2565 0750

8.30am – 4.55pm Monday – Thursday
8.30am – 1.05pm Friday

All candidates are asked to arrive by 8.30am to allow for single entry and registration at the Centre.  Instructions setting out details about arrival to and movement within the AM2 assessment area are provided in our COVID19 Secure welcome pack that is sent in advance of test dates to all AM2 candidates.

Free car parking facilities are available throughout the business centre and in front of the ETT building.

ETT is located within Ballymena Business Centre in Galgorm, approximately 2.5 miles outside the town of Ballymena. Candidates driving to the centre should use the back entrance to the Business Centre. This can be found approximately 400 yards after the main entrance to the Business Centre. Candidates should turn right at the sign for Galgorm Industrial Estate. Following this road will take candidates to the back entrance and the ETT Assessment Centre is the first building on the left.

Public transport links: https://www.translink.co.uk/

Both train and buses are available to the main station in Ballymena.  The Train station is approximately 2 miles from the ETT Centre.

There are regular buses that travel from Ballymena station to Magherafelt, these stop in the village of Galgorm.  The bus stop in Galgorm is only a short walk from the ETT Centre. Taxis are also available from the train/bus station.  Local taxi phone numbers are TC/Bros 028 2564 4440 and ECabs 028 2565 2200.

Local accommodation advice:

There are a number of B&Bs and hotels in the local area:

https://www.meadowviewbandb.com/

https://www.pinegrovelodge.co.uk/

https://tullyglass.com/

https://leighinmohrhotel.com/

All candidates are asked to arrive by 8.30am to allow for single entry and registration at the Centre. Instructions setting out details about arrival to and movement within the AM2 assessment area are provided in our COVID Secure welcome pack that is sent in advance of test dates to all AM2 candidates.

Upon arrival to the Centre, the doors will be locked. We ask that candidates remain in their car and call 028 2565 0750 to inform staff of their arrival. If arriving by foot, candidates should wait in the carpark and call the number above. We would ask that candidates do not gather at the door to the Centre and observe the social distancing guidance clearly labelled outside the building.

Candidates will be informed over the phone when to come to the entrance door and will be asked to use the hand sanitiser before entering. A member of the team will unlock the door, registration will take place at the reception and temperature checked using a thermal bullet camera and a digital thermometer to enhance our safety screening and admission process.

A one-way system of travel will be in place from the point of arrival. The system will also cover the movement of candidates for tea, lunch and toilet breaks.

On the basis of our COVID19 risk assessment, we have ruled out the use of the canteen for candidates with motor vehicles. Provision of a safe space for non-drivers or those arriving on public transport will be available. Our position on this will be reviewed periodically.

The local village provides a good range of facilities that can be used including deli counters, a bakery, a Chinese takeaway and chip shop. These are within 5 mins walking distance from the Centre.

Candidates are required to complete a COVID19 Secure pre-screening questionnaire before arriving at the Centre. The requirement to complete the questionnaire is a pre-condition of admission to the Centre. This will be emailed to candidates to complete the week before their AM2 test date.

Candidates will be required to comply with the Centre’s COVID19 Secure procedures which include a thermal imaging temperature check on arrival, one-way movement, workplace distancing measures, hand cleaning, step-in step-out procedures, off-site breaks, use of PPE and other measures.

Candidates will be subject to thermal and/or digital temperature screening on each occasion of entering the Centre. Any personal data gathered on candidates will solely be used by the Centre to check for signs of COVID19. You can read more about how we use, store and destroy data here: https://www.ett-ni.org/site-pages/privacy-policy/

London South East Colleges
Holly Hill Campus
Upper Holly Hill Road
Belvedere
DA17 6JG

Email: Mohammid.Hamid@lsec.ac.uk

8.30 – 17.30 Monday to Friday

Entrance on Upper Holly Hill Road.

On arrival please report to the security desk at the main reception.

On-site parking is available.

Please ensure you inform security that you are specifically there for AM2/AM2S.

Public transport links:

99 TfL bus routes

National Rail to Belvedere or Erith Station (requires short bus journey)

Local accommodation advice:

Local hotels: Travel lodge London Belvedere/ Marriot Bexleyheath

There is a fully fitted canteen on-site for candidates to use. There are also local shops close to the facility.

Social distancing and staggered entrance/exit times. PPE in accordance with specific risk assessments and cap on the amount of people on site at any one time.

Birmingham Electrical Training (BET)
433 Park Road
Hockley
Birmingham
B18 5TE

Email: Am2@betltd.co.uk

Tel: 0121 661 6923

0800 – 1630

Candidates must arrive on site at 0800.

On-site parking is available.

The car park is located to the right of the centre.

Public transport links:

The Metro is available for boarding from Snow Hill Station. Board the Metro at Snow Hill and end journey at Benson Road (3rd stop). Cross the Metro line and when exiting the station, turn right (Benson Road school opposite). Continue walking until you reach a mini roundabout, then turn left (Park Road). The AM2 Centre is on the opposite side of the road.

Local accommodation: 

Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Jewellery Quarter

It’s about a 25 minute walk but there is the option of the metro, which will take about 7 minutes total, from St. Pauls to Soho Benson Road. The hotel is walking distance from Birmingham New Street.

Candidates will need to source their own refreshments and lunch.

Temperature checks on arrival, masks to be worn, social distancing, enhanced cleaning, one way system.

Training 2000 Ltd
The Hargreaves Building
Furthergate Business Park
Woolwich Street
Blackburn
BB1 3BD

Email: matt.jeans@t2000.co.uk

Tel: 07748 704 514

08:00 – 16:30

Candidates must arrive on site by 08:30. Please report to Main Reception for a pass and guidance.

On-site parking is available

Public transport links:

£3.00 by taxi from Blackburn central station

Local accommodation advice:

Premier Inn approx £60.00 per night at Blackburn City Centre

There is a canteen on site for cooked meals and a large Tesco a short walk away.

All Government and Dept for Education guidelines are in place.

Jeff Way Training Ltd
The Square
Knowle
Bristol
BS4 2SS

Email: matthew.nye@jeffway.co.uk

Tel: 0117 909 0517

07:30 – 16:00

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 08:00.

The centre is located behind houses and can be difficult to find. Please phone if you have trouble finding the centre.

On-site parking is available.

Please use the car park located at the end of the lane next to Number 1 Somerdale Avenue.

Public transport links: 

Buses run frequently on the A37 which is a short walk from the centre.

Local accommodation advice: 

There are local bed & breakfasts within a short distance of the centre. There is a Premier Inn located within a mile of the centre.

Please see Covid-19 Measures info which will supersede the information provided here whilst in action.

There is no facility to purchase food but we do have an area where a candidate can eat and get tea or coffee (provided). There are local shops and food outlets in walking distance.

Candidates need to call the centre on arrival so they can be met in the car park and taken straight to the centre. The canteen area will be closed so lunch will need to be eaten away from the centre.

Please also read the Joining Instructions which are supplied to each candidate before attending

T.E.S.T.
Unit D1
Sharon Road
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 3TZ

Email: james@thompsontrainingtd.com

Tel: 01284 488090

09:00 – 17:30

Candidates must arrive by: 08:45

On-site parking is available.

Public transport links: 

Bus service from town M77 07m past the hour and 10m to the hour.

Local accommodation advice: 

Bury St Edmunds has a Premier Inn and a Travel Lodge in addition to local hotels and  B&Bs.

Currently on site we are only making drinking water available. There are supermarkets nearby where food is available to take away.

Candidates need to bring along their own PPE.

Please observe the current guidelines on distancing.

There is current guidance on display within the centre.

If you have any particular support need, we will need to be informed well in advance to ensure you are adequately supported.

Electrical Courses Ltd
Unit 10 South Cambridge Business Park
Babraham Road
Sawston
Cambridge
CB22 3JH

Email: info@electricalcoursesuk.co.uk

Tel: 01223 834062

08:00 – 17:00

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 08:00

On-site parking is available.

Parking spaces are directly to the front of the Building and there are additional parking spaces allocated to Electrical Courses on the site. Do not park in other spaces allocated to other businesses. Download the Car Parking plan for more information.

Public transport links: Whittlesford Parkway Train Station is situated 3 miles away. The are bus routes going through the area with the nearest town being Sawston.

Local accommodation advice: There is a Travellodge 2 miles from the centre at the Fourwentways Junction on the A11 Junction.

A11 Fourwentways, Abington, CB21 6AP
Sat nav postcode: CB21 6AP
Tel: 08719 846019

There is a kitchen in the AM2 Centre which includes a microwave, kettle and tea making facilities. A sandwich van visits the business park at lunch times, there is a shop less than a mile away. Sawston Village is just over a mile away and has cafes, takeaways, large shops and restaurants.

Hand sanitiser dispensers are installed upon entry to building and within the AM2 Assessment area. Kitchen areas and toilets have anti-bacterial soap and either hand dryers or paper towels. All equipment and workspaces are cleaned daily but there are also disinfectant wipes available for candidates wishing to clean their own equipment. Extra PPE such as masks and gloves are down to candidate discretion and the centre will not supply them or take responsibility for their use or cleanliness.

Colchester Institute
Sheepen Road
Colchester
CO3 3LL

Email: business.solutions@colchester.ac.uk

Tel: 01206 712727

Monday – Friday 08:00 – 17:00

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 08:00.

Candidates arrive through our central gate. They will have their own allocated parking and then report directly to main reception.

On-site parking is available. Candidates will have their own allocated parking.

Train station 15 minute walk from centre. Bus route nearby.

Local accommodation advice can be provided upon request.

Catering is provided to candidates throughout the day, however additional catering can be purchased at 4 different outlets onsite until 3pm. After this time vending machines are located in the main refectory.

Candidates will sent the CV19 student code of conduct addendum with their joining instructions.

Dartford AM2 Centre – Able Skills
Unit K4 Riverside Industrial Estate
Riverside Way
Dartford
DA1 5BS

Email: hollie.redmond@ableskills.co.uk or

clive@ableskills.co.uk

Tel: 0808 100 3245 or 01322 280202

08:00 – 16:30

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 08:00

On-site parking is available but on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additional parking is available on surrounding roads, or Victoria Rd Car Park, Dartford DA1 5AJ approx. 0.5 miles.

Public transport links: Dartford Train Station. Local bus links.

Local accommodation advice: We have accommodation available. To be booked in advance.

Vending machines on site. Burger van and local convenience shop within walking distance.

Covid-19 risk assessments sent to candidates on booking confirmation to read and sign. Additional briefing before entering the centre.

The Focus Training Group
DCET House
Yeoford Way
Matford Road Business Park
Exeter
EX2 8LB

Email: enquiries@tftg.org

Tel: 01392 829100

8:30am-4:30pm (Monday – Friday)

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 08:15

There is free on-site parking for all candidates.

Public transport links: 

Nearest Train station is Exeter St David’s which is approx 2miles away from centre.

There is a Park and Ride bus service available from Exeter City Centre to Matford Park & Ride which runs every 20 minutes.

Local accommodation advice:

Devon Hotel – www.devonhotel.co.uk

Premier Inn Hotels (Exeter City Centre, Princesshay or Countess Weare). www.premierinn.com

Travelodge (M5 Exeter)
www.travelodge.co.uk

There is no food available on site. There is a small restaurant and sandwich bar within 5-minute walking distance.

All candidates to complete Health Questionnaire regarding Covid-19 prior to attendance.

All candidates to provide their own additional  PPE such as gloves, safety glasses and mandatory safety boots.

All candidates to be provided with a face mask which is to be worn if leaving their safe working zone and can be worn at all times if desired.

Gateshead College
Skills Academy (construction)
Eighth Avenue. Kingsway South
Team Valley
Gateshead
NE11 0JL

Email: centraladmin@gateshead.ac.uk

Tel: 0191 490 4600

08:00 opening

Candidates must arrive at the centre at least 15 minutes prior to their start time.

Car parking at the centre is permit parking only and is managed by Excel Parking Services Limited.  You are able to park in the car park free of charge if visitor spaces are available.  If you park in a Visitor Bay a parking permit must be obtained from reception and displayed on your dash board.  Failure to display a visitor bay permit will result in a Parking fine being issued from Excel.  Additional free street parking is available outside the campus.

Public transport links: Please view our travel guide for more information

Local accommodation advice: There is a Premier Inn located on the Team Valley Trading Estate 0.5mile from the campus. Premier Inn,  Maingate Kingsway North, Gateshead NE11 0BE. Tel: 0333 321 1341

There are vending machines on site.  there are also many local outlets where lunch can be purchased.  Candidates are also welcome to bring in their own food and refreshments and there is a break-out area that can be used during breaks. In addition, there is also a mobile sandwich van serving hot and cold food that visits the campus twice daily.

All campus updates are posted to the following page:

https://www.gateshead.ac.uk/coronavirus-hub

Clarkson Evans Training
Meteor Business Park
Cheltenham Road East
Gloucester
GL2 9QL

Email: AM2@clarksonevans.co.uk

Tel: 01452 530336

How to Find Us

7.30am – 5pm Monday to Thursday
8am – 4pm Fridays

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 7:30am.

Please report to the training reception shown on this map.

Clarkson Evans has limited free parking on-site. Parking is on a first come, first served basis.

Additional Parking is available at our sister company, Clarkson Evans Ltd based half a mile away from the centre at Clarkson Evans Limited, unit 25B, Anson Business Park, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester, GL2 9QU

Public transport links:

The No. 94 bus route between Gloucester bus station (near the railway station) and the Promenade in Cheltenham passes the Meteor Business Park entrance in both directions.

The bus stops opposite the white Safran building every 10 minutes Monday to Saturday and roughly every 30 minutes on Sundays and Bank Holidays. The ‘Dowty’ stops are approximately 2 minutes’ walk from the training centre.

Local accommodation advice:

A wide variety of accommodation options are available on the Visit Gloucester website: visitgloucester.co.uk

Unfortunately, the canteen is currently closed as we need to discourage delegates from gathering and sharing equipment. Therefore, we are advising candidates to bring a packed lunch to college, drinking water will be available as required. Safe social distancing break areas are available for apprentices to have breaks and lunch in a safe environment.

Food and drink can also be purchased from local supermarkets that are located 3 miles from the training centre.

Calderdale College
AM2-Centre
Room TC02
Calderdale College
Francis Street
Halifax
HX1 3UZ

Tel: 01422 357357 ext 9755

Email: simonh@calderdale.ac.uk 

7:30am-4:30pm

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 8:00am.

On arrival, please can candidates park in one of the free College car parks, then proceed to the main College reception where they can sign in and be given a visitor pass. The Assessor will then meet and greet the candidate and proceed to the Test Centre.

There are 4 free large parking areas on the College Campus.

A map with directions to Calderdale College will be emailed to candidates.

Public transport links:

There are Public Transport links to Calderdale College via bus or train.

There is a main Bus and Train terminal in Halifax town centre and directions to Calderdale College can be followed.

Local accommodation advice:

There are many local accommodation locations in and around Halifax, incl. Hotels, B+Bs and a Travel Lodge.

On the College campus, there is a Starbucks for coffee and snacks, and in the main canteen there is a large choice of meals incl. a vegetarian menu.

There are many water dispensers around College for filling water bottles.

There is Covid-19 guidance and advise on arrival to College, around College there are sanitizers and hand washing facilities.

Signs and guidance are placed around College for advice and distancing of 2M.

The AM2 Centre has 2M distancing markings and signs.

The Assessment bays are marked out for 2M distancing and all bays and equipment are regularly cleaned and disinfected.

Hand Sanitizers and hand washing facilities are provided.

For the Assessment, please can the candidate ensure they bring photo ID for signing in, and clean safety footwear.

All tools & equipment are provided for the Assessment.

There is a first aider on site and medical resources in the event of an accident.

No mobile phones or electrical recording devises are allowed in the Assessment Centre.

Leeds College of Building
South Bank Campus
Cudbear Street
Leeds
LS10 1HD

Email: AM2info@lcb.ac.uk

Tel: 0113 222 6006

07:45 – 18.00

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 07:45.

Please report to main reception at South Bank 1 Campus.

Parking is not available on site.

There is parking available nearby e.g. Tetley’s car park.

Public transport links:

10-15 minute walk from Leeds bus station and railway station, see attached map.

Local accommodation advice:

Plenty of accommodation in Leeds city centre.

Usually full canteen and vending machines available but no canteen at the moment due to Covid-19 – only vending machines available until further notice.

Video link available here: https://youtu.be/kQEcnBmmb24

Risk assessment available here https://www.lcb.ac.uk/media/2431/risk-assessment-reopening-the-college-phase-one.pdf

NWTC AM2 @ Partnership for Learning (PFL)
PfL Building
South Road
Liverpool
L24 9PZ

Email: june.mckay@nwtc.co.uk

Tel: 0151 522 6822 or 07917 185838

Directions and Map

Centre opens at 08:00

Candidates must arrive by 08:15

At the PFL main entrance: Sign in and out at Reception providing Name/Company/time/Car Reg

NWTC AM2 Centre: Entrance on ground floor, ring doorbell and wait to be greeted by the AM2  Assessor.

On-site parking is available. Park in any available bays.

Take the slip road signposted for JLR (Jaguar Land Rover)

Public transport links:

Buses: 3A, 500,  81, 82, 89
Train: Merseyrail, Northern

Local accommodation advice:

Travelodge John Lennon Airport
Premier Inn John Lennon Airport
Hampton by Hilton John Lennon Airport
Crowne Plaza John Lennon Airport

Canteen facilities are cash only.

Vending machines are available.

Strict Guidelines relating to Covid-19 will be implemented and fully explained.

PPE: Mandatory

Photographic ID: Passport/driving licence/ID card)

Mobile phones: Not allowed during Assessment

PFL safety information: Explained before test commences

The Liverpool City AM2 Centre
Institute of Technology
139 Vauxhall Road
Liverpool
L3 6BN

Email: janet.hilton@shared-Ed.ac.uk

Tel: 0151 252 4734 or 0151 252 4710

Location Map

Monday 7.30am – 8pm
Tuesday – Friday 7.30 – 4pm

Candidates must arrive at the centre 20 mins before their allotted assessment time, exact instructions will be sent by the AM2 centre.

Your joining letter will give exact detail but on arrival please report to the foyer/reception area where you will met by a member of the AM2 centre team. Please remain at reception until collected.

£3 per day (pay by phone only) car park available adjacent to the college on Pumpfields Rd.

Alternative paid car park (cash only no cards) £3 per day in close proximity on Naylor St.

Public transport links:

Centre is within walking distance of all main transport links including Liverpool Lime St and Moorfield train station (15-20 min brisk walk).

Local accommodation advice:

Plenty of nearby accommodation ranging in price from budget to high luxury e.g. Nearest Travel Lodge L1 6ER (15 min moderate walk).

A limited service canteen is available with light meals available and vending machines are also provided.

There are nearby shops and a café adjacent to the college building on Vauxhall Rd.

The centre will be following Government guidance on preventing the spread of Covid-19 including where possible observing recommended social distancing, regular hand washing and use of hand sanitizer and the use of safety glasses and gloves. Candidates with symptoms of cough, high temperature or loss of taste or smell are asked not to attend the centre and candidates displaying any of these symptoms will be asked to leave immediately and advised to self isolate at home.

Candidates are reminded not to bring a mobile phone to the centre if possible and should be aware that all mobile phones and smart watches etc. will need to be handed in and will only be returned to the candidate at the end of each assessment day.

School of Advanced Learning
141 Christian Street
London
E1 1RS

Email: admin@salearning.eu

Tel: 020 8109 6550

Monday-Sunday 8am-6pm (On assessment days centre is open from 7.30am)

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 7.45am or no later than 8am

Paid parking is available but needs to be booked in advance as spaces are limited.

Leave extra time to get to the centre as roads get congested and there can be a lot of traffic at peak times.

Public transport links:

Train stations close by are Whitechapel and Shadwell, both are a short walk from the centre.

Buses to the centre: 115, 135, 15, 25, 78.

Local accommodation advice:

There are lots of well-priced hotels within walking distance of the centre.  It is best to do an online comparison to find one within budget.

There are no onsite facilities to purchase food.  There is a kitchen with a microwave oven if candidates wish to bring food with them.

There are lots of takeaway places within a short walking distance for candidates to purchase food. There is also a supermarket close by.

All measures are in line with NET recommendations.  If we see a candidate that looks unwell or is showing symptoms, they will be not be allowed to take the assessment.

College of North West London
Willesden Centre
Dudden Hill Lane
Dollis Hill
London
NW10 2XD

Email: Mehul.Ratansi@cnwl.ac.uk

Tel: 0208 208 5278

07.30am – 17.00pm

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 08.00am.

Please enter the building at the main reception; the Examiner will collect the Candidates from the reception and take them to the Centre.

On-site parking is not available.

The parking outside of the college is on meters.

Public transport links:

Dollis Hill Station, Neasden Station on the Jubilee line

There is an on-site canteen and vending machines for food and drinks.

The Candidates are to adhere to the social distancing while on site and in the assessment centre, face masks and hand sanitizer will be provided for the candidates while undertaking the assessments, the candidates are also to wipe down the tools before and after use.

Gas Logic Ltd T/A Logic4training
2 Sundon Business Park
Dencora Way
Luton
LU3 3HP

Email: enquiries@logic4training.co.uk

Tel: 0208 845 7222

Mon-Fri 8.00am-5pm

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 8.30am

Please refer to our document ‘New Important Information relating to your upcoming course’.

On-site parking is available.

Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits are available on site.

Please refer to our document ‘New Important Information relating to your upcoming course’.

Coleg QS
Unit 112 Springvale Industrial Estate
Cwambran
Torfaen
NP44 5BQ

Email: rhiannanoyes@colegqs.co.uk

Tel: 01633 277843 or 07932873422

Please note there is not a name on the outside of the building, it can be located by following the numbers on other buildings.

8.00am – 4.30pm

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 7.45am

Please note there is not a name on the outside of the building, it can be located by following the numbers on other buildings.

There is limited on-site parking.

There are other spaces available on the Industrial Estate.

Public transport links:

There are local bus routes available as well as a train station within a 30 minute walk from centre.

Local accommodation advice:

There is a Premier Inn within 2 miles of the centre

There are no catering facilities or vending machines on site, however there are cafes on the industrial estate and local supermarkets close by.

Any measures that are put in place will be explained to you on entry to assessment centre.  Masks are to be worn within the assessment centre.  You will be provided with gloves.

Elm Training Services
Unit 7 Breydon Industrial Centre
Huss’s Lane, Long Eaton
Nottingham
NG10 1GS

Email: elmtraining@elmtrg.com

Tel: 0115 946 3342

View location map and directions

8.30 to 16.30

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 8.30am.

On arrival do not enter the building, please telephone 0115 946 3342 to gain admittance.

On-site parking is available.

Please park at the front of the building but if there are no spaces please park at the rear of the building on the Tappers Harker car park.

Public transport links:

Long Eaton Railway Station, Nottingham / Derby bus route Long Eaton Green bus stop.

Local accommodation advice:

Please contact us. A special rate is set up at the local Best Western Hotel which we as a Centre have to book on the candidate’s behalf to obtain. this rate

There are no on-site catering facilities but there are facilities nearby ( KFC, McDonalds, Subway etc).

We send out separate details regarding COVID-19 to every candidate.

Inspire Education Group
Park Crescent
Peterborough
PE1 4DZ

Email: christine.clark@peterborough.ac.uk

Tel: 01733 762251

A map showing directions to the College is sent with the candidate’s joining instructions together with a map showing them where the Centre is situated on campus.

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 7.45am

Instructions of where candidates should report to/which entrance are given to the candidates in their ‘joining instructions’.

On-site parking is available.

Accommodation: 

We have an agreement with a local bed and breakfast, adjacent to the College allowing reduced rates for our AM2 candidates and details of how to access this facility is sent with their ‘joining instructions’.

Candidates are able to purchase food on site as well as full canteen facilities and vending machines.

All candidates will be made aware of our Covid-19 measures we have put in place when joining instructions are sent to them.

Southampton Engineering Training Association First Avenue
Millbrook
Southampton
SO15 0LJ

Email: am2@seta-training.co.uk

Tel: (023) 8077 1908

Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:00
Friday 08:00 to 15:00

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 07:45 each day.

On-site parking is available.

Parking is available directly opposite the building in the car park with the SETA sign displayed above it.  Please use the spaces to the left as you turn in to the car park and place the SETA sign you have been provided with in your vehicle.

Public transport links:

Southampton Central train station is the main link from various parts of the country. Taxis and bus routes are available to and from the station to Millbrook roundabout, where the Centre is in walking distance. Redbridge Train Station is within walking distance from the Centre, but may have limited links.

Local accommodation advice:

Most Candidates use either the Holiday Inn Express at Southampton West, or the Premier Inn at Nursling North for accommodation. Various taxis are available for booking for travel to and from the Centre, as these are not within walking distance. SETA would recommend candidates use their own preferred internet search engine to source accommodation as required, as there are others available in and around Southampton.

There are no canteen facilities on site; candidates will need to supply their own food. Hot drinks will be provided for candidates and a vending machine with purchasable snacks is available.

Please read the COVID-19 UPDATE – Changes to Centre Operations that all Candidates will be issued with along with their joining instructions.

NETA Training Group
Unit G Ascot Drive
Lustrum Industrial Estate
Stockton-on-Tees
TS18 2QQ

Email: penny.dalby@neta.co.uk

Tel: 01642 616936

Please note electrical and revision courses are at Unit B, Lustrum Ind Est, Stockton.

AM2 Tests are at Unit G Lustrum Ind Est, Stockton.

8am – 4pm Monday to Thursday

8am – 3pm Friday

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 8am.

Please note electrical and revision courses are at Unit B, Lustrum Ind Est, Stockton.

AM2 Tests are at Unit G Lustrum Ind Est, Stockton.

On-site parking is available outside the unit and to the site of the unit.

Public transport links:

The centre is on the main bus link

Local accommodation advice:

Accommodation list can be requested on booking

Vending machine on site, canteen to eat packed lunch, tea and coffee making facilities.

Greggs, McDonalds and various other establishments are within a 2 minute walk.

All specific measures will be forwarded to candidates on booking.  NETA are undertaking stringent plans in line with government recommendations.  We have reduced numbers, hand sanitizers, posters, strict 2m distancing; tools will be cleaned daily and wipes will also be provided to the candidates.

Rebus Training Limited
Unit 4 Westlake Trading Estate
Canal Lane
Tunstall
Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 4PA

Email: louise@rebustraining.co.uk

Tel: 01782 976555

Location Map and Directions

8:10am – 5pm

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 8:30am.

Candidates to sign in at reception. During COVID, receptionist will sign in the learners on arrival.

On-site parking is available. Customer parking is at the rear and opposite the building.

Public transport links:

Railway station at Longport, approx. 30 min walking distance.

Regular bus route from the station.

Local accommodation advice:

Various B&Bs in the local town. Travel Lodge and Premier Inns just off the M6.

Vending machines available and lunches (sandwiches) are provided by Rebus Training.

Covid-19 Information for Customers and Visitors

Covid-19 Safety Precautions

GCS Training
Tycoch Campus
Cockett Road
Swansea
SA2 0FB

Email: angela.jones@gowercollegeswansea.ac.uk

Tel: 01792 284060 or 01792 284430

Monday to Friday 8.00am – 5.00pm

Candidates must arrive on site by 7.45am.

As the AM2 centre is situated within the Gower College Swansea main campus, please ensure that you follow the instructions sent to you and go to the Hill House campus. If, for any reason, you enter through the main college then please follow the one way system that will take you over the bridge to the Hill House campus where the “Energy Centre” is clearly marked. If you have any problems then please phone one of the numbers above and they will direct you accordingly.

There is a big car park adjacent to the AM2 Centre. Please DO NOT park outside the main entrance of the building.

Public transport links:

By Bus – Bus routes 29 and 39 from Swansea City Centre will bring you to Gower College Swansea.

By Train – By bus from the train station to The Quadrant, Swansea City Centre and then onto one of the buses above.

Due to the current restrictions the main restaurant is closed. Also, the canteen in the AM2 centre will not be open to candidates. There are local shops, delicatessens and fish shops situated locally that your assessor will advise you of. However, it would be advisable if you brought your own food and drinks and eat/drink them in your car.

In-house Covid-19 measures will be sent to you with your joining instructions. Gloves and face masks will be available within the centre. However, if any candidate wants to use a face visor then they would have to supply that themselves and inform the examiner prior to entry into the AM2 centre.

To adhere to Covid-19 guidelines, there will be various access and ingress routes throughout the centre. Please follow the signs and any further information given by the examiner. PLEASE NOTE: failure to follow the guidelines could lead to your AM2 examination being cancelled. There will be an induction for all candidates prior to entering the AM2 room.

North-West AM2 Centres Limited
Suite 2, The Second Floor
The Outset, Sankey Street
Warrington
WA1 1NN

Email: bookings@northwestam2centres.co.uk

Tel: 01925 648523 / 07940 376692

Monday to Saturday 07:00 – 17:00

Sunday – closed

Candidates must arrive at the centre 15 minutes before assessment start time.

Please report to the main reception desk through the front entrance and inform them that you are there for an assessment with North-West AM2 Centres.

If you are unable to access the centre, then please contact the assessor on the telephone number located in your booking confirmation.

There is no on-site parking available.

Parking options: 

Warrington Bank Quay Station Car Park – 3 minute walk to centre

Warrington Town Hall Car Park – 5 minute walk to centre

Golden Square Shopping Centre Car Park – 12 minute walk to centre

Warrington Central Station Car Park – 15 minute walk to centre

Public transport links:

Buses – No. 100, 110, 329, 360, 7

Trains – Bank Quay Station & Warrington Central Station

Local accommodation advice: 

North-West AM2 Centres can offer competitive rates and deals on hotels and B&Bs – If you are travelling from afar and need to arrange accommodation for the duration of your assessment then please contact us using the ‘Accommodation form’ found on our website.

There is a full canteen on-site offering a range of food and drink, located on ground floor.

Social distancing measures have been put in place.

Hand sanitiser stations provided throughout the centre and available throughout the day.

Equipment and bays thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis.

Temperature checks.

M.I.T. Skills / Skillsearcher
12 Camphill Industrial Estate
West Byfleet
KT14 6EW

Email: Hani.zubeidi@mitskills.com

Tel: 07785 103001 / 01932 331944

7am – 10pm

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 7am

On-site parking is available.

Public transport links:

West Byfleet train station 5 mins walk

Local accommodation advice:

Hotels nearby in West Byfleet, Ripley , Weybridge and Woking

Full canteen on site, local shops to purchase in close vicinity.

North Notts College Worksop AM2 Centre
Carlton Road
WORKSOP
S81 7HP

Email: Bevwood@rnngroup.ac.uk

Tel: 01909 479485 & 01909 504586

Location Map

8.30 to 17.00 Monday to Thursday
8.30 to 16.30 Friday

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 8.30am.

All candidates are sent a map of full directions of where the centre is positioned at the College.

On-site parking is available – both a college carpark and AM2 private carpark.

All candidates are sent a map with full road, bus and train options our address and postcode.

Public transport links:

Bus and train (5 minutes walk from the train station)

Local accommodation advice:

We have hotels “The Lock keeper” and “Worksop Travelodge” within 5-10 minutes and local guest houses within 5 minutes’ walk of the centre.

College Bistro open 8am to 16.00pm on site (Current restrictions apply due to Covid 19)

AM2 fully equipped kitchen with microwave, oven, grill, toaster, sandwich maker.

Local sandwich/take away delivery service if required

10 minute walk into the Worksop town centre with numerous cafes and food shops

We have a Covid-19 risk assessment and will be sending all candidates a letter on safety process before they arrive at the centre.

PRH Skills Assessment Centre
16 Buckland Road
Pen Mill Trading Estate
Yeovil, BA21 5EA

Email: liz.garrett@prhurt.com

Tel:

Main office 01935 475850

AM2 centre 01935 472330

07.45am – 05.00pm Mon to Fri (Saturdays on request)

Candidates must arrive at the centre by 8.00am

On-site parking is available.

A basic Yeovil map and map with assessment centre details can be sent to candidates if needed.

Public transport links:

Details for Pen Mill Railway Station and Yeovil Bus Station can be sent if needed.

Local accommodation advice:

A list of local accommodation in Yeovil and in short driving distance can be sent to candidate if needed.

No food available on site, candidates are given details of local places within short walking/driving distance during induction (the nearest is opposite the centre, others within a few minutes walk). Candidates can help themselves to tea/coffee/cold drinks and have use of fridge in kitchen area if they have brought food and drink with them.

Risk assessments have been updated and safety measures will be gone through on arrival. Candidates will asked to read a checklist and sign a declaration on arrival. Posters as a reminder are displayed in the assessment workshop and kitchen.

We try to keep a friendly atmosphere but candidates must not talk to each other about the assessment nor engage in conversation or action that prevents any candidate from working. Abuse and threats towards other candidates and centre staff will not be tolerated.