The CoVE initiative is run by the Learning and Skills Council scheme and aimed at promoting excellence in training across a range of sectors from engineering to computing and catering.
Under the scheme, South Birmingham College can apply for up to 300,000 development money to help it expand its training provision and its work with other organisations to meet the training needs of the local childcare sector.
Included in the college's bid will be proposals to provide better accommodation and to expand its curriculum resource centre, which it would then make available to local organisations and nurseries.
The college was invited to bid to become a centre of excellence following its Grade 1 Further Education Funding Council inspection. Head of department for early years care and public services, Jenny Isaacs, believes the college was then chosen on the strength of its retention and achievement figures over the past three years, 'which have been significantly above the sector average', its 'dedicated, keen and committed staff' and its strong links with other organisations.
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