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BTC Advantage

Supporting your personal development, behaviour and welfare.

Flourishing is the name of the game at Bridgwater & Taunton College. To help you achieve this we have developed the BTC Advantage which is embedded into every course.

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I have higher aspirations...

I take pride in my attendance and achievements
I am motivated and challenge myself to achieve my career goals
I’m able to take positive steps towards future employment or training

I've applied to start an EDF Degree Apprenticeship in Nuclear Engineering and aim to become as highly qualified as possible.

Rihards Krinicks - Level 3 Nuclear Gateway Programme

I am more confident...

I’m self-confident and resilient
I can understand and control my own feelings
I am able to ask for help when I need it

It's very rewarding to see my results improve and I feel far more confident than I did.

Niall Sweeney - Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management (Zoo)

I am a more effective learner...

I understand how I can succeed as a learner
I’m committed to learning now and in the future
I apply creativity and reflection to my learning

My greatest academic achievement has been receiving a distinction for one of my summative practical tasks.

Ruby Kenniston - Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing

I am more community minded...

I treat everyone with respect and value diversity
I am committed to individual liberty and democracy
I understand climate change and global issues and how to achieve change

The 999 Academy helped me understand what I need to join the services and contribute to my community.

Starlena Hancock - Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services

I am a better communicator...

I’m an effective communicator and appropriate communicator
I understand the impact of harmful sexual behaviour and comments

I was shy and reserved when I started, but with the tutors help, I feel I have come out of my shell.

Darcey Cummins - Level 3 Diploma in Barbering

I feel safer, healthier and happier...

I know how to stay safe and healthy, including online
I know how to look after my own social, emotional and mental health

I prefer the College environment, You are treated as an adult and can express yourself without judgement.

Jordan Millington - Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Computing

I am more knowledgeable...

My course has equipped me with the knowledge I require for the next level of learning or employment
I recognise the importance of English and Maths for my future career
My digital skills will help me in life, work and study