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Confidence to Learn: Study Skills
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:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 13/05/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00018527How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £8.40
Art Appreciation: Vincent van Gogh – A short career of enormous significance
In this course, we will focus on an extraordinary artist, well-loved from today’s public: Vincent van Gogh. You will learn about his Dutch origins, his interests and friendships while in Paris, the dreams he nurtured in Arles, and, his last months in Auvers-sur-Oise. As we study the main phases in his life, we will study key examples of his paintings and drawings to better understand his artistic identity. What was the purpose of painting for him? Why did he paint with bright colours and thick brushstrokes? We will seek to understand van Gogh’s art not simply in light of his own mindset, but also in light of the wider cultural context he was part of.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 28/01/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00019205How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £29.60
Textiles & Fashion: Bag Making
Join us for an exciting new course tailored for beginner bag makers! If you have basic sewing machine experience, this is the perfect opportunity to refresh your skills and learn new tips. You'll have the choice of various bag patterns focusing on specific bag-making techniques, or you can create your own patterns using the skills you'll acquire. This course will delve into techniques like installing zippers, adding pockets, and crafting different bag bases and handles. We'll create 2-3 bags throughout the course with sustainability in mind. Skills covered and enhanced will include seams and hems, buttonholes, inserting zips, sewing and reinforcing corners, as well as sewing curves and darts.
This course is funded by the Education Skills and Funding Agency.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:11:30am - 2:30pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Rebecca SpearCourse code:Q00019802How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £122.10
Craft: Needle Felting
Join us for an exciting new course designed for beginner needle felters! If you're curious about this versatile craft, this is the perfect opportunity to learn the basics and beyond. We'll introduce you to the essential equipment and materials needed to create various patterns and shapes. Throughout the course, you'll explore different techniques for sculpting wool into beautiful creations. Skills covered and enhanced will include understanding different types of wool and needles, mastering basic felting techniques, and creating both flat and three-dimensional pieces. You'll also learn how to incorporate embellishments and combine colours effectively.
This course is funded by the Education Skills and Funding Agency.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:9:00am - 11:00amDuration:11 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Rebecca SpearCourse code:Q00019804How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £81.40
WEA Membership
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Level 1 ESOL: ESOL Driving theory
Prepare for your driving theory test with our Level 1 ESOL: ESOL Driving Theory course. Learn the rules of the road, traffic signs, and essential safety information needed to pass the test. Ideal for non-native speakers seeking to improve their English and obtain their driving licence.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Olena KolesnykCourse code:Q00018890How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.80
Personal Development - Developing Engish Skills for Life & Work in the UK - Next Steps
Continue enhancing your English skills for life and work in the UK with our Next Steps course. Focus on more advanced communication techniques and practical applications. Ideal for non-native speakers looking to further improve their English proficiency.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 11/02/2025Times:11:45am - 2:45pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:New Hope Global (Birmingham)
Birchfield Library (2nd floor)
3 Trinity Road
Birmingham
B6 6AHTutor:Saima GulzarCourse code:Q00018203How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Sewing into Business
This comprehensive sewing course is designed for beginners looking to develop essential sewing skills and knowledge. The curriculum covers everything from understanding the key components and stitches of a sewing machine to mastering beginner techniques like sewing in circles and straight lines. Students will learn how to work with various fabrics, create a tote bag, and use commercial patterns effectively. The course also explores the basics of hand-sewing, zipper installation, and topstitching. Additionally, students will gain practical insights into marketing their sewing projects, including using social media, creating adverts, and developing a one-page business plan using the Business Canvas Model.
This course is funded by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:Abakhan (Liverpool)
44 Stafford Street
Liverpool
L3 8LXTutor:Amanda MeaghanCourse code:Q00019909How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3)
Continue developing your English skills to open doors to work and study opportunities. This entry 3 functional skills course helps you learn English skills employers look for. Gain practical skills to improve your reading, writing, and verbal communication in English.
Strengthen your writing skills and learn reading techniques to help you tackle everyday situations at work or while studying. This adult English course helps you develop your language skills through real-life situations.
Functional Skills entry 3 is a government-funded accredited English course for adults.
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.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Thu 27/02/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:Queensgate Hotel
Fletton Avenue
Peterborough
South East
PE2 8AXTutor:Inna GorobetsCourse code:Q00015771How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £226.80
History: British History Through the Lives of 10 Women
This 10-week course is a re - run of the Autumn course and offers a unique exploration of British history by examining the lives and contributions of ten remarkable women who left indelible marks on society, culture, and politics. From ancient warriors to pioneering scientists and influential writers, each woman represents a distinct era in British history, shedding light on the struggles, achievements, and societal changes of their times.
Throughout the course, we will delve into the lives of these extraordinary women, analysing their impact on British society and their enduring legacies. By studying their stories, learners will gain a deeper understanding of key historical events, social movements, and cultural shifts that have shaped the fabric of Britain.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 18/03/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kate AntoniouCourse code:Q00019208How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £74.00
History: Brexit - A history of our relationship with the EU
This course explores history of Britain's relationship with the European Union, from its inception to the present day. The course will cover key events, policies, and political figures that have shaped this relationship, culminating in the Brexit referendum and its aftermath. We will be looking in a comprehensive way at our attitude to the EU from the earliest days, focusing on the factors which led to our eventual entry and navigate through the complex history of Britain’s relationship with the EU, focusing on key events, policies, and political dynamics leading to Brexit and beyond.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 18/03/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kate AntoniouCourse code:Q00017660How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:5 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £80.00