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Learn more about driving in the UK and take a course to help you pass your driving theory test. Find courses for all aspects of self-development. Discover ways to break bad habits and learn good habits. Find hands-on ways to become more organised. Find anger management courses to help you deal with emotions in a healthier way. 

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Personal Development: Preparing for the Driving Theory Test (part 1)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Dates:
Thu 02/05/2024 -
Thu 30/05/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nadia Belmajdoub
Course code:
Q00014208
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
(Waiting list)
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Personal Development: Advanced- Road Safety Awareness

This course aims to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in road safety, personal safety, and safe travel practices. Students will delve into advanced concepts of pedestrian safety, understanding traffic signals, safe biking, and navigating public transportation. They'll also explore personal safety strategies, including stranger danger awareness, cyber safety, and emergency preparedness. Furthermore, the course will cover safe travel tips for various environments, such as urban, suburban, and rural settings. Through interactive activities, simulations, and real-life scenarios, students will develop critical thinking and decision-making skills to ensure their safety in diverse situations. Students will develop confidence building skills and knowledge to help them in future travel situations.
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Dates:
Tue 14/05/2024 -
Tue 16/07/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Focusability (Lincoln)
Ryland Bridge Welton
Lincoln
LN2 3RP
Tutor:
Patrick O'Reilly
Course code:
Q00014279
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Preparation for driving theory

This course is designed to help prepare learners for their driving theory test. The course will help learners get familiar with what can be expected on the driving theory test by learning the knowledge needed to take the test. The course will give learners the knowledge of the highway code, road signs, hazard perception, and what to expect on the day of the exam. There will also be an opportunity for learners to practice mock tests in an exam environment and get feedback from the tutor. This is a 10-week course which will cover the main aspects of the exam and support them with their revision.
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Dates:
Tue 14/05/2024 -
Tue 23/07/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
St Johns Centre (Manchester)
St Johns Road
Old Trafford
Manchester
M16 7GX
Tutor:
Rebecca Ngoma
Course code:
Q00015294
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.00

Personal Development: Preparing for the UK Driving Theory Test

This course will help you if English is not your first language and if you are struggling to understand the vocabulary needed to pass the UK Driving Theory Test. During the course, we will cover all the English technical language you are likely to need. You will also learn about the language used in the Highway Code and about transport in the UK. We will also cover road signs, road markings and the rules of driving. The course will help you to feel more confident that you are ready to apply for the Theory Test.
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Dates:
Fri 17/05/2024 -
Fri 12/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Sneinton Community CIC
Edale Road
Sneinton
Nottingham
NG2 4HT
Tutor:
Andrew Roles
Course code:
Q00014744
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Waiting list (Join waiting list)
Fee range
Free to £100.80

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12 months
Fee:
WEA Membership

Personal Development: Life in the UK

The course will introduce you to many aspects of the UK and will be useful if you are thinking of taking the UK Citizenship test at some point in the future. It is also a course for anyone who wants to know more about living in the UK, the country's laws, culture and society. You will learn and discuss different laws, UK history, culture and social aspects of what is expected of typical UK citizens in everyday life. You will help each other to practice your English through informal activities and discussion to improve your understanding and confidence.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 03/06/2024 -
Mon 08/07/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)
Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JD
Tutor:
Joanna Browning-Seyfi
Course code:
Q00015239
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Personal Development: Advanced: Road Safety Awareness

This course aims to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in road safety, personal safety, and safe travel practices. Students will delve into advanced concepts of pedestrian safety, understanding traffic signals, safe biking, and navigating public transportation. They'll also explore personal safety strategies, including stranger danger awareness, cycling safety, and emergency preparedness. Furthermore, the course will cover safe travel tips for various environments, such as urban, suburban, and rural settings. Through interactive activities, simulations, and real-life scenarios, students will develop critical thinking and decision-making skills to ensure their safety in diverse situations. Students will develop confidence building skills and knowledge to help them in future travel situations.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 05/06/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Aspire
2A Global House
Crofton Close
Lincoln
Midlands
LN3 4NT
Tutor:
Patrick O'Reilly
Course code:
Q00014916
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Personal Development: Intermediate : Me, Myself and I

This course will further expand on elements and themes developed in the beginners: Me, Myself and I course. It will focus on looking at the individual and the holistic components of their life, including their history and how everything combines to make them who they are. Students will get an opportunity to further develop their person-centred plans and use them to look for opportunities to advance their lives in accordance with their plans. They will look at people in their lives who can help them achieve what they want to achieve and how they can be a part of other people's lives and help others.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 05/06/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Aspire
2A Global House
Crofton Close
Lincoln
Midlands
LN3 4NT
Tutor:
Patrick O'Reilly
Course code:
Q00014918
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Personal Development: Preparing for the Driving Theory Test (part 2)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This is the 2nd part of a two-part course and if you have enrolled onto part 1 then its recommended you enrol onto part 2. This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 06/06/2024 -
Thu 04/07/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Sally Kawamura
Course code:
Q00014209
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Care 2 Find Out About Emotional Freedom Technique

Are you stuck in a rut, suffering from pain or just generally feeling out of kilter? This may just be the course for you. During this introduction to Emotional Freedom Techniques, we will touch on the fascinating worldwide used therapy that is easy to learn and incredibly effective. Learn the basics of emotional freedom technique that follows on to a more comprehensive course as a progression route.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 12/06/2024 -
Wed 12/06/2024
Times:
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Georgia Daniel
Course code:
Q00014608
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available


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Personal Development: Driving Theory Test Preparation (Scaitcliffe)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 24/04/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Scaitliffe Community Centre
Hannah Street
Accrington
BB5 0QX
Tutor:
Maura Rose
Course code:
Q00014980
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Personal Development: Driving Theory Test Preparation (Scaitcliffe)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 24/04/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Scaitliffe Community Centre
Hannah Street
Accrington
BB5 0QX
Tutor:
Maura Rose
Course code:
Q00014980
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Personal Development: Driving Theory Test Preparation (Scaitcliffe)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 24/04/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Scaitliffe Community Centre
Hannah Street
Accrington
BB5 0QX
Tutor:
Maura Rose
Course code:
Q00014980
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Personal Development: Driving Theory Test Preparation (Scaitcliffe)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 24/04/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Scaitliffe Community Centre
Hannah Street
Accrington
BB5 0QX
Tutor:
Maura Rose
Course code:
Q00014980
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Personal Development: Driving Theory Test Preparation (Scaitcliffe)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 24/04/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Scaitliffe Community Centre
Hannah Street
Accrington
BB5 0QX
Tutor:
Maura Rose
Course code:
Q00014980
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Personal Development: Driving Theory Test Preparation (Scaitcliffe)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 24/04/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Scaitliffe Community Centre
Hannah Street
Accrington
BB5 0QX
Tutor:
Maura Rose
Course code:
Q00014980
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Personal Development: Driving Theory Test Preparation (Scaitcliffe)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 24/04/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Scaitliffe Community Centre
Hannah Street
Accrington
BB5 0QX
Tutor:
Maura Rose
Course code:
Q00014980
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Personal Development: Driving Theory Test Preparation (Scaitcliffe)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 24/04/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Scaitliffe Community Centre
Hannah Street
Accrington
BB5 0QX
Tutor:
Maura Rose
Course code:
Q00014980
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Personal Development: Driving Theory Test Preparation (Scaitcliffe)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 24/04/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Scaitliffe Community Centre
Hannah Street
Accrington
BB5 0QX
Tutor:
Maura Rose
Course code:
Q00014980
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Personal Development: Driving Theory Test Preparation (Scaitcliffe)

Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 24/04/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Scaitliffe Community Centre
Hannah Street
Accrington
BB5 0QX
Tutor:
Maura Rose
Course code:
Q00014980
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £126.00