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This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Pre-Entry English: Functional skills English for work
Do you want to feel empowered and confident using English in your professional setting?
This course is designed for anyone who wants to take their communication skills to the next level.
You will:
Develop a strong foundation in business English vocabulary and grammar.
Practice writing clear and concise emails, reports, and presentations.
Master the art of delivering impactful presentations and participating effectively in meetings.
Build confidence in negotiating, giving feedback, and handling difficult conversations.
Through interactive activities, role-plays, and real-world case studies, you'll gain the practical skills you need to succeed in today's global workplace.
By the end of this course, you'll be able to communicate clearly and confidently with colleagues, clients, and superiors, making a strong impression and advancing your
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Dates:Thu 12/09/2024 -
Fri 01/11/2024Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:16 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Jane ReedCourse code:Q00016524How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £103.60
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Art Practical: Arts and Crafts for Health and Wellbeing
The purpose of the course is to support your individual health and wellbeing and to help you gain confidence. You will be given an opportunity to learn new skills and techniques from a range of different types of arts and crafts. For example, painting stones, glass, wood, and dream catchers. You will use a variety of different resources and medias such as wool, fabrics, and jars. You will learn about the development of the different arts and crafts that we enjoy today. You will learn about and gain an insight into how different techniques and skills have evolved in certain crafts.
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Dates:Thu 12/09/2024 -
Thu 12/12/2024Times:10:00am - 2:30pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZTutor:Rebecca WilliamsCourse code:Q00016837How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £243.50
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Understanding the role of the Community Interpreter level 1
Are you bilingual? Ever thought about using your language skills to help out in the community? Did you know you can get many jobs with languages?
If you speak English and another language fluently, you could make a great community interpreter. This community interpreter course gives you an introduction to the language and interpreting skills needed for this type of work. It can teach you foundational concepts to test your community interpreting skills informally with family or friends.
This course can prepare you to help members of your family or community to overcome language barriers in their everyday lives. It can also help you decide if you’re interested in pursuing community interpreting jobs.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Thu 12/09/2024 -
Thu 07/11/2024Times:9:15am - 12:15pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:Dolphin Women's Centre (Birmingham)
Ward End Park
Washwood Heath Road
Birmingham
B8 2HBTutor:Fozia AslamCourse code:Q00015542How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.80
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Textiles & Fashion: Advanced Sustainable Sewing - Visible Mending
Come and join a new course aimed at the more advanced machine sewn bag maker. Previous experience of the sewing machine is necessary, but we will refresh on tips and practise existing sewing machine skills. You will have the choice of a range of bag patterns that will focus on specific bag making skills and/or create your own patterns from the skills you will learn. This course will also delve into advanced techniques such as installing zippers and creating adjustable straps, enhancing the functionality and style of your h
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Dates:Thu 12/09/2024 -
Thu 28/11/2024Times:11:30am - 2:30pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Rebecca SpearCourse code:Q00016247How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £81.40
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Duration:12 monthsFee:WEA Membership
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Art Appreciation: Art and the Arts in 1920s
The course will explore the enriching links between stories, art and music, concentrating of works from 1920s. From the surrealistic art in France and expressionist art in Germany to the many operas, ballets and symphonies which characterise that tumultuous period. In America, it is frequently referred to as the "Roaring Twenties" or the "Jazz Age", while in Europe the period is sometimes referred to as the "Golden Twenties" because of the economic boom following World War I (1914–1918). French speakers refer to the period as the "Années folles" ("crazy years") emphasizing the era's social, artistic, and cultural dynamism.
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Dates:Thu 12/09/2024 -
Thu 17/10/2024Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Enfield Baptist Church (Enfield) (Enfiel
Cecil Road
Enfield
EN2 6TGTutor:Colin LomasCourse code:Q00017290How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £72.00
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1)
Work towards GCSE-level maths skills with this functional skills level 1 course. Progress your maths skills to help you access work and study opportunities. Functional maths improves your numeracy skills through real-life situations.
Learn maths in context. Develop practical maths skills to help you in everyday situations such as organising your personal budget or applying discounts when shopping.
This level 1 functional skills maths course can help you get a GCSE-equivalent qualification in maths. You’ll learn practical maths skills employers look for.
Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Fri 13/09/2024 -
Fri 29/11/2024Times:12:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Dolphin Women's Centre (Birmingham)
Ward End Park
Washwood Heath Road
Birmingham
B8 2HBTutor:Humera MehrbanCourse code:Q00015513How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Art Practical: Fantasy Art and Surrealism, Styles and Techniques
The aim of this course is to introduce you to portrait art work. You will guided by a talented tutor looking at current artists as well as the opportunity to build your own techniques and style.
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Dates:Fri 13/09/2024 -
Fri 18/10/2024Location:NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZCourse code:Q00009855How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £52.20
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Understanding the role of the community interpreter level 1
Are you bilingual? Ever thought about using your language skills to help out in the community? Did you know you can get many jobs with languages?
If you speak English and another language fluently, you could make a great community interpreter. This community interpreter course gives you an introduction to the language and interpreting skills needed for this type of work. It can teach you foundational concepts to test your community interpreting skills informally with family or friends.
This course can prepare you to help members of your family or community to overcome language barriers in their everyday lives. It can also help you decide if you’re interested in pursuing community interpreting jobs.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Fri 13/09/2024 -
Fri 08/11/2024Times:9:15am - 12:15pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:Dolphin Women's Centre (Birmingham)
Ward End Park
Washwood Heath Road
Birmingham
B8 2HBTutor:Fozia AslamCourse code:Q00017330How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.80
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Preparing for a Level 3 Work in a Support Role in Schools
Have you completed an introductory or a Level 2 helping in schools’ course? Then this introductory course is right for you. It will provide you with the necessary knowledge and study skills needed to prepare you for a Level 3 course.
It will also provide you with the opportunity to practice using these study skills as you move through the course. The tutor will guide you through each new skill using quizzes, case studies and related texts.
You will get the chance to discuss each new topic with other learners, ask and answer questions. You will also be given a brief outline of what you will learn on your course. Your tutor will give you constructive feedback to ensure you are ready for your Level 3 qualification.
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Dates:Fri 13/09/2024 -
Fri 20/09/2024Times:9:30am - 3:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Bimbola OlawanleCourse code:Q00017621How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £42.00
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Managing Stress and Anxiety
Would you like to learn techniques to relax and wind down?
When we’re stressed or anxious it’s hard to feel calm. Anxiety affects over 8 million people in the UK at any time. But you don’t have to live with constant stress or anxiety. There are simple techniques you can learn to manage it.
This stress management course is ideal if you want to learn habits to reduce stress and anxiety. It can help you lead a healthier and fuller life
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Dates:Fri 13/09/2024 -
Fri 27/09/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:Leicestershire Recovery College (Groby)
C/O Bradgare Unit
Glenfield Hospital Site
Groby
LE3 9EJTutor:Harsha KotechaCourse code:Q00017260How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20