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ESOL Summer School (Advanced)
Continue your ESOL studies over the summer with this 5 week short course. This is a short course so that learners do not have to have a gap between studies if they so wish.
The course will concentrate on advanced ESOL skills for learners going into level 1 or level 2 in September and are wanting to upskill ready. The classes will revolve around the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing.
The class is run by a qualified and experienced tutor who will help you develop, improve and provide feedback throughout the course.
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Dates:Tue 30/07/2024 -
Wed 28/08/2024Times:6:30pm - 9:00pmDuration:18 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Dan CooperCourse code:Q00017687How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Personal Development: Confidence Skills- Holidays
To participate in discussions about holidays and to express ideas with practical tasks and art work. This workshop will provide the students with information both written and visual that help them to explore different aspects relating to the subject of holidays. The students will be involved in various activities that support the subject with the emphasis on nostalgia and remembering their own experiences. The tasks will be developed using discussions and the sharing of views and opinions which will improve social techniques. The workshop will also aim to improve art skills.
Session to take place Tuesday 30th July 10:00am- 14:00pm
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Dates:Tue 30/07/2024 -
Tue 30/07/2024Location:Focusability (Lincoln)
Ryland Bridge Welton
Lincoln
LN2 3RPCourse code:Q00014125How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £16.80
Ways to Wellbeing: Prose for Wellbeing: reading and writing upbeat narratives for improved wellbeing
Writing prose is a powerful tool for enhancing one's well-being. Regularly writing down your thoughts, feelings, and experiences can help you process emotions, gain insights, and reduce stress. On this taster course you will be reading about life writing and fiction in short and abstract form with happy conclusions to support a positive outlook on life. You will also write your own memoir and fiction pieces to help you process negative beliefs and thought patterns that hold you back and deal with emotions more effectively. By the end of this taster course, you will gain some knowledge of prose and how it can be used to improve your overall well–being.
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Dates:Tue 30/07/2024 -
Tue 30/07/2024Times:2:30pm - 5:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Sarah WardleCourse code:Q00017576How you'll learn:Online and in venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £11.10
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Seated Yoga
Did you know yoga can help you get stronger and more flexible, no matter your age or abilities? There are yoga courses for all levels and needs. Even if you can’t take part in a standing class, this beginner’s yoga course can help you gain mobility without taking a toll on your joints.
Seated yoga is perfect for you if you’d have difficulty following a regular yoga lesson. Whether you have mobility issues or chronic fatigue, this yoga course can help you reduce stiffness in your joints and learn to relax. Enjoy the practice of yoga from a chair.
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Dates:Tue 06/08/2024 -
Thu 29/08/2024Times:9:00am - 10:30amDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Georgia DanielCourse code:Q00017045How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £66.60
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Duration:12 monthsFee:WEA Membership
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Introduction to Support Work
This short course will offer you an insight into how to help support someone with their daily life and wellbeing, including people living with physical disabilities and/or mental health issues. As a support worker, you may find yourself working in a variety of settings. The day-to-day job of a support worker will differ depending on the needs of the person, or people they are supporting. The main focus is to help people, whether that is at home, at school or work, enabling them to live more independently, by offering them both physical and emotional support.
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Dates:Tue 06/08/2024 -
Tue 06/08/2024Times:11:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZTutor:Katie DexterCourse code:Q00017106How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £21.00
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
History: Exploring Local History: Our Seaside Town
During this course you will be able to explore how Weston- Super-Mare has grown and consider the cultural influences that have led to its current livelihood. You will also get the opportunity to find out how the Victorian era and the industrial revolution influenced the influx of visitors coming to Weston-Super-Mare. But how does this town fit in with what is happening elsewhere nationally and internationally? By exploring the past of our town, we can focus on and celebrate the achievements rather than failures often associated with the town, illuminating a bigger picture on to its future.
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Dates:Thu 08/08/2024 -
Thu 08/08/2024Times:11:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZTutor:Katie DexterCourse code:Q00016938How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £12.60
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Emergency First Aid at Work - The Salvation Army Donation Centre in Braintree
The 8 hour Emergency First Aid at Work course consists of practical and theoretical activities. Over two days you will learn the essential skills, including numeracy and responsibilities of a first aider in the workplace. Participants will learn the critical role they play in emergency situations. You will learn the skills and knowledge to provide the organisation with Emergency First Aider's who can provide treatment to casualties in a prompt, safe and effective manner.
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Dates:Tue 13/08/2024 -
Wed 14/08/2024Times:10:00am - 2:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:Salvation Army Donation Centre
1 Anglia Way
Braintree
CM7 3RGTutor:Zoe ShelleyCourse code:Q00017080How 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.
Understanding Neurodiversity
This course is a primary guide to Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism and what it means to be Neurodivergent. It will help explain neurological difference and how variations on thinking and behaving might affect understanding, learning and communication. We will identify and examine the different traits and behaviours associated with Neurodiversity, to help answer some of the frequently asked questions surrounding neurological conditions. This course will consider how we can promote difference and help change the social systems and beliefs that are outdated and not helpful when supporting a Neurodivergent person to thrive and have better life chances, including employment.
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Dates:Tue 13/08/2024 -
Tue 13/08/2024Times:11:00am - 4:15pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZTutor:Katie DexterCourse code:Q00017115How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £21.00
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Art Practical: Charcoal and Pastels
Our creative arts courses will get you working with pastels and charcoals, exploring what creative pieces you can achieve. In this course develop your own style of drawing in this welcoming safe space. This class will encourage you to challenge your skills and build on your love of art. Bring your favourite materials or use the resources provided and express yourself in this friendly and warm setting. This tutor has years of art experience and is very popular with out learners. The venue offers a friendly atmosphere and even a free lunch prior to the course beginning.
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Dates:Wed 14/08/2024 -
Wed 28/08/2024Times:1:30pm - 3:30pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:GL11 Community Hub (Dursley)
Fairmead
Cam
Dursley
GL11 5JSTutor:Victoria HendzelCourse code:Q00017137How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Crafts: Card Making
Join us for a creative Card Making course at Parkstone Connect, a vibrant day centre dedicated to adults with learning difficulties. Our welcoming environment fosters creativity and fun. Participants will explore a variety of card-making techniques, including stamping, embossing, and die-cutting, to craft beautiful, personalized cards. Led by experienced tutors, the course provides all materials and offers step-by-step guidance, ensuring everyone can enjoy the process and create stunning cards to share with loved ones. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, our supportive community is here to help you unleash your artistic potential.
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Dates:Mon 02/09/2024 -
Mon 18/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Tricuro -Parkstone Connect Day Centre (P
Croft Road
Poole
BH12 3LDTutor:Ruth OdurandCourse code:Q00017321How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.60