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Certificate in Counselling Skills Level 2
Dive deeper into counselling and sharpen your set of skills for social work. Learn techniques to help those in need of support. Counselling courses teach you fundamental skills employers look for. Understand how to help others in a safe and positive way.
The Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills introduces you to using counselling skills in everyday life: for work or within a personal capacity. Develop key skills employers look for in this level 2 counselling course. Team working and communication are key skills for CVs in support work.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024Location:Holyoake House (Manchester)
Holyoake House
Hanover Street
Manchester
M60 0ASCourse code:Q00016065How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £362.00
Essential Digital Skills Level 1
Build your confidence using digital skills in your personal life and in the workplace. Understand how digital programmes and services can enhance your everyday life and simplify common tasks. Learn skills employers look for and improve your job prospects. If you’d like to learn digital skills for a better life, this course will teach you everything you need to know.
This Level 1 digital skills course is suitable for improvers, as you will build upon your current digital device knowledge.
Learn how to use the Microsoft Office programmes: create and edit text documents in Word, create spreadsheets and use number calculations in Excel, and use PowerPoint to create presentations. These are universal digital skills employers look for and can help you in a variety of job roles.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Fri 08/11/2024Times:12:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:18 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Ekta VishroliaCourse code:Q00019178How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £150.00
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 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. This course is for Manchester residents only.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Fri 27/09/2024Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00015986How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
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:9 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Personal Development: Mastering Updos and Styles for Beginners
This course is designed for individuals who want to learn the basics of creating beautiful and practical updos and hairstyles. Whether you're preparing for a special event, looking to improve your hairstyling skills, or just want to try something new, this course will provide you with the foundational techniques needed to style hair with confidence. Through hands-on practice, demonstrations, and guided instruction, participants will learn a variety of beginner-friendly updos and styles suitable for different hair types and occasions.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Mon 21/10/2024Times:1:30pm - 4:30pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Face of Beauty Training
Keir Hardie Avenue
Wardley
NE10 8EJTutor:Tracey CarverCourse code:Q00019293How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.20
Meditation and Mindfulness
Leading a busy life leaves little room for calm and relaxation. This can make it hard for us to wind down and enjoy the present. But finding these moments of calm is essential for our emotional well-being and mental health.
This meditation and mindfulness course is ideal if you want to learn to relax, be present, and alleviate stress in your life.
Meditation courses teach us to recognise the importance of conscious thought in our everyday lives. Develop concentration strategies to help focus your mind. Understand the principles of mindfulness. Learn to block out intrusive thoughts and enjoy the present moment.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Mon 25/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:Bilton Hall Community Trust CIO (Jarrow)
Taunton Avenue
Jarrow
NE32 3RTTutor:Carol Carrillo RabagoCourse code:Q00018879How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Meditation and Mindfulness
Leading a busy life leaves little room for calm and relaxation. This can make it hard for us to wind down and enjoy the present. But finding these moments of calm is essential for our emotional well-being and mental health.
This meditation and mindfulness course is ideal if you want to learn to relax, be present, and alleviate stress in your life.
Meditation courses teach us to recognise the importance of conscious thought in our everyday lives. Develop concentration strategies to help focus your mind. Understand the principles of mindfulness. Learn to block out intrusive thoughts and enjoy the present moment.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Mon 25/11/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:Bensham Grove (Gateshead)
Sidney Grove
Gateshead
NE8 2XDTutor:Carol Carrillo RabagoCourse code:Q00018889How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Beginners Digital Skills (Pre Entry)
This course is designed for pre-entry ESOL learners to introduce basic digital skills. During the course, students will learn fundamental computer skills such as using a keyboard, mouse, and navigating the internet. The course covers basic software applications like word processing and email. Practical exercises and interactive tutorials will help students gain confidence in using digital tools effectively. By the end of the course, students will have developed essential skills for using computers and the internet, empowering them to navigate the digital world with confidence.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Mon 25/11/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:Mount Pleasant School (Southampton)
Mount Pleasant Road
Newtown
Southampton
SO14 0WZTutor:Irma GoughCourse code:Q00017308How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £92.40
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:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Professional Development: Introduction to being a Teaching Assistant
Begin your journey towards a rewarding career in education with our Introduction to Being a Teaching Assistant course. Learn the essential skills and knowledge required to support teachers and students in the classroom. Ideal for individuals considering a career in education.
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Dates:Mon 09/09/2024 -
Mon 30/09/2024Times:9:45am - 2:45pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:Todmorden Learning Centre (Todmorden)
Burnley Road
Todmorden
OL14 7BXTutor:Asia BhattiCourse code:Q00018424How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £84.00