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Multiply-Measure Up Sewing
Welcome to our 6-hour Measure Up- Introduction to Sewing Course! This short course is designed for sewing enthusiasts of all levels who want to improve their numerical skills specifically for the art of sewing. Over the course, students will dive in-to fundamental numerical concepts essential for accurate and efficient sewing projects. Whether you are a beginner or experienced at sewing, this introduction to sewing Course promises to empower you with all the knowledge to raise your sewing projects to new levels, join us and unravel the world of numbers in sewing like never before! This course is only for those living in Southampton.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Thu 12/09/2024Times:12:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Tracey SweetmanCourse code:Q00017107How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Award in Education and Training Level 3
Kickstart your education career with this introductory teaching qualification. Experience the buzz of learning environments and get a view into the profession. Learn essential teaching skills and open doors to further education jobs in this Education and Training course.
This course prepares you for teaching jobs working with adults. These can include roles as a tutor, learning assistant, teaching assistant, or trainer in universities, Sixth Form colleges, or other adult learning settings.
This Level 3 Award in Teaching and Education is the first step towards a fulfilling career in teaching. If you want to get a teaching qualification, this foundational course can give you a taste of the industry before you move onto higher level qualifications.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Mon 04/11/2024Times:9:30am - 4:30pmDuration:9 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Gillian HuntCourse code:Q00016040How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £300.00
Multiply-Language for Numeracy (Pre-entry)
Welcome to the 'Language for Numeracy' course! This course is designed to help you understand and use English in mathematical contexts. You will learn to read and write numbers, understand math terms, and solve basic problems. You will learn how to use measurements, handle money, and tell the time. The course aims to improve your English skills through practical numeracy tasks in a supportive learning environment. Your tutor will encourage the use of language around numeracy and you will work with incredible students from all around the world that can compare language used for numeracy from their countries.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Mon 23/09/2024Times:9:45am - 11:45amDuration:5 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Irma GoughCourse code:Q00017230How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
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:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Tue 17/09/2024Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)
Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JDTutor:Joanna Browning-SeyfiCourse code:Q00017147How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Professional Development & Employability Skills
Are you looking to upskill for employment? Then attend this course and boost your employability skills. If you’re entering the workforce for the first time or after a long break, this course can teach you essential skills employers look for and prepare you for the transition. Learn basic skills for jobs in any sector as well as key soft skills for your CV. Feel confident stepping into the workforce. This course will provide you with the soft skills required to get that job and give you the confidence and self-esteem to sell what you have to offer to potential employers.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Tricuro -Parkstone Connect Day Centre (P
Croft Road
Poole
BH12 3LDTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017263How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £151.20
Craft: Crafting for Health and Wellbeing - Beginners
The purpose of this course is to support your individual health and wellbeing and for you to gain confidence through arts and crafts. You will be given an opportunity to learn new skills and techniques from a range of different types of art and craft. 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 also learn about and gain an insight into how different techniques and skills have evolved in certain crafts over time.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:Minehead Eye (Minehead)
1A Mart Road
Minehead
TA24 5BJTutor:Susan LangCourse code:Q00017159How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £109.20
GMCA Care Certificate and Interview Success (Step into Care)
This is a pre-employment programme delivered online that is designed to support you into work within Adult Social Care. The programme will help you to prepare for work in a care setting. The programme consists of up to three elements: GMCA Care Certificate (where you will cover the theory elements of the Care Certificate), L1 Stress Awareness and L1 Mental Health Awareness (additional accredited courses you can join if suitable). Once you have completed the course with WEA, GM Careers will place you for a working interview in a social care setting. This is designed like a working interview, to give you the opportunity to try out the working environment.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Fri 27/09/2024Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:15 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Susan BellCourse code:Q00015988How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Textiles and Fashion: Upcycling
Come and join a new course aimed at beginner sewers. No previous experience of the sewing machine is necessary. We will start with getting used to the machine and making a simple pin cushion. This will also make us think about what fabric we can recycle and use up all the little scraps of fabric you may have from previous projects. Using recycled materials not only helps in reducing waste but also sparks creativity by encouraging you to think outside the box.
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 26/11/2024Times:11:30am - 2:30pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Rebecca SpearCourse code:Q00016241How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £81.40
Pre-Entry ESOL: Beginners Part 1
This course is for people who live in Coventry who are beginners in learning English. It is a face-to-face course. The course will help you to start using English every day ready to apply for work in the UK. It will also improve your confidence to speak to people in English in other everyday situations, like going to the doctor, shopping, using public transport and speaking to your child’s teachers. You will start to learn some of the words and phrases needed to feel part of your community and become more independent in your life in the UK.
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 22/10/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Foleshill Women's Training (Coventry)
70-72 Elmsdale Avenue
Foleshill
Coventry
CV6 6ESTutor:Humera MehrbanCourse code:Q00015578How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
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:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Fri 25/10/2024Times:12:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:21 sessionsLocation:Linkbridge Community Support Centre (Bur
1 Swinless Street
Burnley
BB10 3BNTutor:Shazia ParveenCourse code:Q00016572How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £150.00