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Practical Art: Watercolours for Complete Beginners (Part 1)
Do you want to learn the basics of watercolours? Have you tried before and given up in frustration? Why not join this course for support and encouragement? Watercolour, simply put, is water mixed with pigment which is then applied to paper. But painting with watercolours is something entirely different. It can be complex, confusing, and fun at the same time. While not a medium to be controlled or manipulated, part of the very beauty of working with watercolours is learning to let go! Come and join us to find out more.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024Times:11:00am - 1:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Deborah CroftsCourse code:Q00017574How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Art Appreciation: How to See and Interpret Paintings
Have you ever wondered how to look at a painting and how to figure out what it means? This course will give you keys to develop your understanding and appreciation of paintings and their history. Based on the study of many concrete examples, taken from a variety of historical periods and styles, we will study all the aspects of a painting, from its format and technique, to its subject matter. As we do so, you will have many occasions to apply this knowledge and techniques for yourself.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 28/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Ripley Arts Centre (Bromley)
24 Sundridge Avenue
Bromley
BR1 2PXTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00017435How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:5 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.00
Schools, Parenting and Child Development: Introduction to safeguarding in a learning environment
This course is designed to help you provide evidence of the knowledge and understanding required to support and protect children and young people’s safeguarding needs in a learning environment.
This course is perfect for people looking to work in the education sector, to give you some extra knowledge that you can apply.
This course will teach you about safeguarding within a learning environment including why safeguarding is so important, signs that you might look out for and how to report a safeguarding concern to the relevant person. You will also learn about the relevant legislation involved.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 24/10/2024Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kailash ParekhCourse code:Q00015651How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £111.00
Schools, Parenting and Child Development: Health and Safety in a Learning Environment
This course is designed to help you provide evidence of the knowledge and understanding required to support children and young people’s health and safety in a learning environment.
This comprehensive, non-accredited course equips educators, administrators, and support staff with essential health and safety skills tailored for educational settings.
Through interactive sessions, real-life examples, and practical guidelines, attendees will gain the knowledge to create and sustain a secure learning space. Ideal for anyone involved in school or daycare management, this course emphasizes proactive measures and compliance with current safety standards to ensure the well-being of students and staff.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 24/10/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kailash ParekhCourse code:Q00015652How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Get Ready for ESOL Reading (Entry 3)
Set yourself up for success at learning English with this ESOL preparation course. This course is designed to help you prepare for an ESOL entry 3 reading course. Learn key reading skills you’ll need for the entry 3 ESOL course in reading.
Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. They give you extra study time for each level and module so you can reach your full potential.
This is a non-accredited English course for adults. If you’re helping others access entry 3 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 12/12/2024Location:The Salvation Army Church & Community Ce
13 Church Street
Louth
LN11 9BSCourse code:Q00017402How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £150.00
Pre-Entry ESOL: Everyday English - Intermediate
This six-week course is for those whose first language is NOT English. It is an intermediate (B1) level course and you should already be familiar with a basic grasp of the English Language in order to join this course. The sessions will develop your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Lessons will be delivered face-to-face using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to develop your proficiency and confidence. In addition to a focus on general pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary, you will be encouraged to reflect on the English you hear around you and bring new vocabulary and expressions into the classroom to share.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 24/10/2024Times:9:30am - 12:15pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Upton Vale Baptist Church
St, Marychurch Road
Torquay
TQ1 3HYTutor:Alison SalmCourse code:Q00017833How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Foreign Languages: Conversations on Art and Culture, in French
Would you like to learn about art and at the same time practice your French? This course is for you! During ten weeks, we will discuss a series of topics related to art and culture. The course aims to enrich your knowledge of art history, develop your French vocabulary, and boost your confidence when speaking French. Please see the longer description for a list of the themes we will study. . Language skills: This is not a language course. To follow this course, it is desirable to have a good level in French (probably upper intermediate, or B2 and above). The group will be small and the atmosphere relaxed and tolerant. If your French is a bit rusty, it is OK! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024Times:1:15pm - 3:15pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00017439How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:1 place remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Budget Planning & Saving on Bills
Effective budget planning can make you feel like you’ve had a pay rise. Organising your personal budget and understanding your outgoings is the first step towards healthy financial well-being. And the good news is - budgeting is a skill anyone can learn.
This budgeting course is right for you if you want to improve your financial well-being. Whether you’re trying to cope with the cost of living crisis or just want to plan your finances better, this course can help you.
You do not need advanced maths skills to take this course. It is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is new to you.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 19/09/2024Times:9:30am - 1:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Shama Women's Centre (Leicester)
Shama Womens Centre
39 Sparkenhoe Street
Leicester
LE2 0TDTutor:Tasneem AliCourse code:Q00017249How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £16.80
ESOL: Entry 3 Study Programme
This comprehensive course integrates four key areas to enhance your learning experience: using Canvas for online education, developing essential study skills whilst preparing you to achieve ESOL Speaking and Listening Entry Level 3. Ideal for learners looking to improve their digital literacy, English language proficiency, and study techniques, this course provides a holistic approach to academic and personal growth. The course is delivered by an experienced ESOL tutor that will support you through your learning journey. By the end of this course, you will have a solid grasp of digital learning tools, enhanced English language skills, effective study habits, and a valuable ESOL qualification.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Fri 24/01/2025Location:Central Community Centre
Lindum Street
Scunthorpe
DN15 6QUCourse code:P00000090How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available
Confidence to Learn
Would you like to learn new skills or change jobs? It can be hard to get back into learning after a long break. This confidence training will prepare you to feel comfortable stepping back into the classroom.
This short course can help you bridge the gaps in your confidence and overcome the obstacles standing in your way to get back into learning.
The objective of this course is to get you into a positive mindset to achieve your goals. You will practise a variety of confidence-building exercises to help that mindset shift come from within.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 12/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:13 sessionsLocation:Aspire
2A Global House
Crofton Close
Lincoln
Midlands
LN3 4NTTutor:Patrick O'ReillyCourse code:Q00017389How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £16.80