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History: Trade, Empire and Migration in Nineteenth Century Britain
By the second half of the nineteenth century, as a result of an industrial revolution and the growth of trade and Empire, Britain had become 'the workshop of the world’, importing raw materials and exporting manufactured goods across the globe. Alongside these developments were great movements of people – emigration to other countries in search of a better life, internal migration from Scotland and Ireland to England, migration from countryside to towns in search of work, and immigration into Britain from European countries such as Russia, Germany and Italy.
Our course will examine the connections between Britain’s trade, its empire and the migration of people in the nineteenth century.
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Dates:Tue 24/09/2024 -
Tue 12/11/2024Times:10:00am - 11:30amDuration:8 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:George O'ReillyCourse code:Q00018727How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £64.00
Craft: Create, Craft and Decorate - An Introduction to Papercrafts
Explore the creative possibilities of papercrafts with our Introduction to Papercrafts course. Learn techniques for creating beautiful and decorative paper items. Ideal for beginners looking to develop their papercrafting skills.
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Dates:Tue 24/09/2024 -
Tue 19/11/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Rachel Holland-HargreavesCourse code:Q00017348How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Literature: A Feast of Fiction
Each week we focus on a classic work of fiction, reading and discussing key passages. The texts include short novels which can be read in one week, and longer novels which we’ll study over two weeks. The course is organised chronologically and spans over130 years, from the late 19th century to modern times. We begin with Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Grey and end with Claire Keegan’s Small Things Like These. We’ll share and debate interpretations, sharpen our critical and appreciative faculties, understand what fiction can tell us about the society and culture that produced it, and, hopefully, be inspired to read other works by the writers featured on the course.
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Dates:Tue 24/09/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024Times:3:30pm - 5:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Redbridge Institute of Adult Education (
Gaysham Avenue
Gants Hill
Ilford
IG2 6TDTutor:Brandon RobshawCourse code:Q00017552How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.00
Trade Union Education: Gaslighting – Family & Friends
Do you know what ‘gaslighting’ is?
Most people have heard of the term, but many do not understand what it really means.
This workshop will delve into the issue of gaslighting in the context of the workplace.
We will explore what the word actually means (its use and misuse), how to recognise the signs, and what can be done about it.
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Dates:Wed 25/09/2024 -
Wed 25/09/2024Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Matthew PointonCourse code:Q00018670How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £7.40
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People (Level 2)
f you enjoy working with children and young people, this childcare course can help you learn employability skills to work in this area. Get skills for your CV and gain confidence providing care for children in various settings.
This course covers a range of childcare situations. You can study childcare and education, babysitting, or parenting responsibilities. It can help you decide if a career in child care is right for you.
This is the ideal course for you if you want to turn a babysitting side job into a career. It’s also helpful for new parents getting to grips with parenting.
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Dates:Wed 25/09/2024 -
Wed 30/07/2025Location:Woodpecker Hall Academy (London)
North Star Community Trust
Cuckoo Hall Lane
London
N9 8DRCourse code:Q00017653How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £362.00
Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges Level 2
If you enjoy the buzz of learning environments, this qualification can teach you key skills for employment in a school or college. This government-funded course prepares you for a variety of roles. It provides the basic skills and knowledge necessary to work in admin, technical, or support roles in a learning environment.
Studying support work in schools at level 2 can be a first step towards working with kids in teaching positions. It also provides you with the qualifications needed to work in admin at schools. No matter what role you’re interested in, this course can teach you skills for employability in schools and colleges.
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Dates:Wed 25/09/2024 -
Wed 19/03/2025Times:9:45am - 2:15pmDuration:22 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Gale HollisCourse code:Q00017900How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2)
When you’re studying maths at school, it’s sometimes hard to see how you’ll use the skills in real life. All it takes is for someone to explain that ratios help you compare the prices of different products, percentages are used to split bills, and multiplication and division help you set a monthly budget. When you learn in context, it’s easy to see how functional maths is.
This Functional Skills Maths Level 2 course is designed using real-life examples to help you improve your maths skills. If you find it easier to learn maths with practical examples, this is the course for you.
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:Wed 25/09/2024 -
Wed 11/12/2024Location:Holyoake House (Manchester)
Holyoake House
Hanover Street
Manchester
M60 0ASCourse code:Q00016129How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
History: How we used to Live – Country Houses
This course will give you an outline of the development of country houses from medieval times through to the 20th century. We will look at how these houses were designed and what they were used for, as well as the lifestyles of those living in them, both owners and servants. We will see how the role of the architect developed and how this growing profession influenced, and reacted to, the expectations and demands of their clients. In the 20th century, we will look at the challenges and threats faced by country houses and ask whether country houses can survive in the future.
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Dates:Wed 25/09/2024 -
Wed 16/10/2024Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:St Olave's Church Hall (York)
Marygate Lane
York
YO30 7BJTutor:Katherine CroftCourse code:Q00018367How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Pre-Entry Essential Digital Skills: Making the Most of Your Smartphone for Life and Work
The "Making the Most of Your Smartphone for Life and Work" online course is designed to help you harness the full potential of your smartphone. This is suitable for those who have a smartphone but doesn’t know how to use all of the features and applications. This course covers essential features, productivity apps, camera use and practical tips for both personal and professional use. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, you'll learn how to use your smartphone effectively to improve communication, organisation, and productivity.
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Dates:Wed 25/09/2024 -
Wed 04/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Trevor ParsonsCourse code:Q00017963How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
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:Wed 25/09/2024 -
Wed 09/10/2024Times:9:30am - 1:30pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:WEA (Leicester)
101 Hinckley Road
Leicester
LE3 0TDTutor:Chantal NgounouCourse code:Q00017234How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40