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Access to HE

New package of support for AIM centres

We are pleased to announce that as of 1 August 2023, AIM has introduced an exciting and exclusive Resource Pack for AIM recognised centres delivering Access to HE Diplomas.

In addition to our usual support and advice, AIM now offers all AIM recognised centres delivering Access to HE Diplomas a free Resource Pack with:

Access to HE Toolkit 

AIM recognised centres delivering Access to HE Diplomas can now get a downloadable guide providing up to date information and advice for centres delivering AIM Access to HE Diplomas.

  • Top 10 Higher education receiving institutions
  • Guide to using Access to HE trademarks
  • Admissions requirements 
  • National statistics for Access to HE, to use in your recruitment material 
  • Advice on how to meet the needs of different learners eg part-time and distance learning options for those who cannot commit to a full-time course or attend classroom provision due to commitments 
  • Advanced Learner Loan information
  • The benefits of studying an Access to HE Diploma 
  • An introduction to Capital Tutorials and AIM’s Free study skills courses  
  • Downloadable recruitment posters and fliers 

Download your Access to HE Toolkit

  

Room in a Box

AIM recognised centres delivering Access to HE Diplomas can now impress their learners with a bundle of free AIM branded goodies to brighten up their Access to HE room.
Your free ‘Room in a Box’, will be delivered by hand by to your door.
The box contains a range of branded materials.
 Examples include:

  • Printed student recruitment posters 
  • Mugs
  • Pens
  • Notepads
  • Mouse mats
  • Coasters
  • Wall clock
  • Water bottles

Request your free Room in a box

Printed recruitment material

We all know what a great option Access to HE Diploma courses are.  We’ve seen the results, which can be transformational. But getting the message out to potential students takes time, resource and effort.

So, to help you promote your Access to HE courses and spread the word about these amazing qualifications we have designed and printed a range of posters for you to use, either in your centre, at your local supermarket or library or local community centre. Tell us how many you would like* and what size and we’ll post these out to you.

Request your free recruitment posters
* Maximum numbers apply

Moderator support for assignment briefs

We provide a free assignment checking service for new and existing providers (one per diploma - additional checks are chargeable). This will help give you the confidence that your assignments are ready before going into the moderation process. 

For more information contact businessdevelopment@aimgroup.org.uk  

Regional hubs

Whilst virtual events have become the norm, we feel there are plenty of reasons why in-person events should be back on the agenda:

Build rapport and relationships: Meeting in person fosters a stronger sense of connection and trust between people leading to improved collaboration, teamwork, and a more positive working relationship.
Enhanced engagement: In-person meetings can be more engaging and interactive, especially if served with a cake or a croissant! 
Networking opportunities: In-person meetings provide valuable networking opportunities across the Access to HE community. They provide a place to meet and connect with colleagues with similar interests and backgrounds and to share good practice.
 
Our new regional hubs will be local to you and offer a relaxed, welcoming and informative one hour sessions for us to chat and share experiences over a coffee and nibble! To fit in with work, we’re offering breakfast and twilight sessions every term. If in-person events are not for you, or you prefer the convenience of an on-line event, we’ve got that covered too with our Lunch and Learn Online.

Information on dates, venues and how to book will be made available shortly. We look forward to seeing you!

Bitesize Breakfast Club (BBC)

When: Run termly, from 8-9am
Where: At a location near you (tbc)
What:  Themed training sessions over coffee and croissants. These events will be quality marked and e-certificated to evidence staff CPD
Cost: Usual fees waived

Cake, Practitioners and Drinks (CPD)

When: Run termly at twilight
Where: At a location near you (tbc)
What: Themed training sessions over coffee and croissants. These events will be quality marked and e-certificated to evidence staff CPD
Cost: Usual fees waived

Drop in Support Sessions

When: Run every Tuesday
Where: Online
What: Updates from the AIM team: news and developments form AIM and the sector
Cost: Free
Book: See the AIM training pages for a link to the booking form