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SCC-ESOL Improve your Reading Skills (Pre Entry)
Welcome to our ‘Improve your Reading Skills’ course. This course is designed for pre-entry ESOL learners to improve their English reading skills. During this course, you will practice reading simple texts like stories, articles, menus, and signs. The course will help you learn new words, understand sentences, and find main ideas. Activities include reading aloud, group discussions, and fun exercises. You will also learn ways to quickly find information in texts. By the end of the course, you will feel more confident reading English and enjoy it more.
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Dates:Fri 08/11/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:9:45am - 11:45amDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Irma GoughCourse code:Q00017239How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:1 place remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to £88.20
Working as a Teaching Assistant - Pathways Taster
If you are thinking about a career in teaching, this taster course is for you. Teaching assistants are an integral part of the classroom. Not only do they provide vital support for pupils, they support the teaching that takes place.
This course is ideal if you would like to know more about becoming a teaching assistant. The role varies widely with some specialising in certain areas such as specific learning needs and other disability support.
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Dates:Sat 09/11/2024 -
Sat 09/11/2024Times:9:00am - 12:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:WEA London Office (London)
4 Luke Street
London
EC2A 4HBTutor:Bimbola OlawanleCourse code:Q00010518How you'll learn:Online and in venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £11.10
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Entry 3)
Take your writing skills to the next level with these ESOL classes. Improve your written English and feel more confident in a variety of everyday situations. This ESOL writing course can teach you important skills to study or write good CVs and job applications.
This ESOL entry 3 writing course builds on skills you learnt at entry 2. Expand your understanding of how to create well-structured texts and polish your spelling and grammar.
This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking & listening.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Fri 21/02/2025Times:12:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:36 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Hannah MitchellCourse code:Q00019112How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Entry Level ESOL: Preparing for Entry 3 ESOL Qualifications
This ESOL course is for those looking to develop their English language at intermediate level. This course is for those preparing for the accredited ESOL E3 qualifications. It will help you to develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in English.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Mon 10/02/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:23 sessionsLocation:Stebon Primary School (London)
Wallwood Street
London
E14 7ADTutor:Daniella AndersonCourse code:Q00011071How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £105.00
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) (Entry 1)
Learn basic communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn essential speaking and listening skills to be able to communicate in English.
Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about basic topics and understand core words. There are also reading and writing courses at this level.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Thu 13/02/2025Location:Deeplish Community Centre (ROCHDALE)
Hare Street
Deeplish
ROCHDALE
OL11 1JTCourse code:Q00015785How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Professional Development: Preparation for Support Work in Schools and Colleges
Get a view into the enriching world of teaching and learning. If you’d like to work in a school, with children directly or in an admin role, this course is the perfect first step. Whether you plan to get a teaching qualification or just want a taster into the school environment, this course can teach you essential skills employers look for in school staff.
In this course you’ll learn foundational concepts for working in a learning environment. It can help you decide whether a job at a school is right for you.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024Times:9:45am - 12:45pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Katherine CroftCourse code:Q00019185How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Pre-Entry Digital Skills
Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer skills for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital skills, no matter your current knowledge.
This course is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is all new to you.
Learn to use word processing software and fill out online forms in this Digital Skills course. Understand how to use email and search for information online. This digital skills training also teaches you how to shop online securely. You’ll understand online safety and data storage.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Chris GeorgeCourse code:Q00009469How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Entry Level ESOL: Everyday English Elementary
This is a General English/Family Learning Class aimed at elementary (A1/A2) level learners. This course is for those whose first language is NOT English and in it we will practice all four major skills in each session to develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Although this is a low-level English course, learners should be able to recognise sounds of the English letters and read simple lines of text prior to joining so that they will not struggle. Lessons will be delivered face-to-face using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to build learners’ proficiency and confidence in the English language.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Mon 16/12/2024Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Totnes United Free Church
54 Fore Street
Totnes
TQ9 5RPTutor:Alison SalmCourse code:Q00019398How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.60
Fitness and Exercise: 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.
This course is perfect for you if you want to do exercise appropriate for reduced mobility.
The first thing you’ll learn is that yoga is about so much more than bending into complicated
poses. Understand basic breathing and meditation techniques as you take the first steps into
self-care
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Dates:Tue 12/11/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024Times:12:30pm - 2:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Georgia DanielCourse code:Q00016950How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.80
Multiply - Maths for Work
This Multiply Maths for Work course, is designed to help you build confidence in everyday math skills. You'll learn how to solve practical problems using basic math, like adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing. We'll cover topics such as working with percentages, fractions, and measurements, all with real-life examples. The course is perfect for those who want to improve their math for work, study, or daily tasks. By the end, you'll feel more prepared to tackle math in real-world situations. This course is suitable for beginners and anyone needing a refresher.
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Dates:Tue 12/11/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024Times:2:30pm - 4:30pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Ekta VishroliaCourse code:Q00019074How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free