Please enter your postcode
In order for us to give you accurate results for your courses, please click on the Search options and enter your postcode and the mile radius for your search.
Find a course
WEA courses
Displaying 1 - 10 of 323
Displaying search results for: "focus"
Maths Online Self Study Course (Multiply Norfolk)
This course is for residents of Norfolk only- Please only apply for this course if you live in the County of Norfolk.
Do you lack confidence with numbers? On this self-study course, you will use the WEA's fun, engaging, interactive multimedia resources to help grow your confidence with maths. You can learn at your own pace, at a time that suits you and take as long as you need to complete the course. From working out your household budget, to helping your kids with their school work, there is a module for you. From time to time, one of our friendly Numeracy Coaches will check in with you to provide any support that you need.
-
Course Information
-
Dates:Tue 01/08/2023 -
Sat 01/03/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00011222How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progressFee:Free
Multiply - Number Confidence: Online Learning (West Sussex)
Learn at your own pace in your own time, with or without the support of our Numeracy Champions and improve your number skills at home, work and in daily life. You use numbers every day, from working your household budget to helping the kids with their homework. Every time you do the weekly shop or trying to keep up with the cost-of-living crisis, you’re using maths skills.
If you'd like further information, or need help with booking please email: [email protected]
*Please note you can access this course at a time that suits you as many times as you like! Sessions below are indicative only
-
Course Information
-
Dates:Thu 25/01/2024 -
Wed 25/12/2024Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00013792How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progressFee:Free
Counselling
This course focuses on an understanding of counselling and developing practical skills. The importance of counselling for the wellbeing of individuals and society is being increasingly recognised. You will be introduced to the nature of counselling and learn and practice active listening skills such as reflecting, paraphrasing, summarising, and giving feedback. The course is aimed at anyone who may be considering either a career in counselling, or wanting to develop valuable helping and listening skills, as well as anyone interested in developing self-awareness.
-
Course Information
-
Dates:Thu 01/08/2024 -
Thu 31/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000026How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progress
Functional Skills Maths
Gain a GCSE-equivalent qualification with this functional skills maths course. Learn maths skills to open doors to work and study opportunities. Functional maths courses also support you in everyday situations.
Learn maths as an adult and enjoy the experience. Functional maths helps you develop practical maths skills in context. Understand how numeracy skills can assist you in a job or your personal life.
This functional skills maths course teaches you essential maths skills through practical examples. It’s ideal for you if you would like to gain a GCSE-equivalent maths qualification.
-
Course Information
-
Dates:Thu 01/08/2024 -
Thu 31/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000006How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progressFee:Free
WEA Membership
For just £15 a year, you can:
- Join our popular, award-winning weekly lecture series,
- Access an archive of over 100 past lectures,
- Get priority online and phone booking for autumn courses (England only),
- Receive our Highway magazine and access back issues,
- Attend our members’ annual conference.
Just add us to your basket to sign up today!
-
Membership Information
-
Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
ESOL with Employability (Entry 3)
Enjoy adding employability skills to your ESOL learning with this 'ESOL with Employability'. This is a course that will help develop your skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in English with employability as its main focus and the idea to help you in your journey towards gaining employment here in the UK.
Whether you have studied English before or you are completely new to it, you will find value in this ESOL with employability course. Continue to develop your language skills to enable you to work here in the UK and build your confidence in your lives in the UK. You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm. Continue your language journey with us today by registering for this course.
-
Course Information
-
Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 16/07/2025Times:12:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:38 sessionsLocation:Faith Centre Burnley Campus Social Ente
Barden Lane
Burnley
BB10 1JDTutor:Maura RoseCourse code:Q00018479How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:1 place remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to £362.00
Together We Learn ESOL Part 1 (Literacy class)
This course is an exciting new opportunity to develop your confidence and skills in basic English literacy skills.
This course will concentre on reading and writing skills and building how to use the English alphabet. You will also build more confidence in your speaking and listening in English. You will learn basic skills such as reading and writing the alphabet, numbers and basic vocabulary.
This course is designed to provide a basic foundation of skills to allow learners to access their next steps in a more formal learning setting.
-
Course Information
-
Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 19/03/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:23 sessionsLocation:Faith Centre Burnley Campus Social Ente
Barden Lane
Burnley
BB10 1JDTutor:Maura RoseCourse code:Q00018480How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to £225.00
Art Practical: Painting incorporating techniques in Drawing
This course will present an overview of painting and drawing in connection with inspiring examples in art history. It will help you learn classical techniques, and contemporary artists (such as David Hockney, Gerhard Richter or Anselm Kiefer).
If you would like to have a fresh view of painting and drawing and learn how to achieve expressivity by carefully combining techniques, this course will offer you an overview and will inspire personal artworks of great subtlety and sensitivity. A variety of media will be explored, from acrylics to watercolour or pastels and more. You will need to bring your own art materials.
-
Course Information
-
Dates:Thu 26/09/2024 -
Thu 21/11/2024Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:The Dugdale Arts Centre
39 London Road
Enfield
EN2 6DSTutor:Emanuela-Alina BaloiuCourse code:Q00017640How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £80.00
Schools, Parenting and Child Development: Introduction to ADHD
Would you like to find out more about ADHD? This course will help you learn about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. You will discover other conditions that are commonly experienced alongside ADHD.
A big focus of the course is on how to support a child, young person or an adult with ADHD. You will gain an understanding of a range of different strategies and interventions which may be beneficial in a home, school or even work setting.
You’ll also find out how assessments are carried out and how to apply for an EHCP to give a child that all important extra support in school.
-
Course Information
-
Dates:Mon 14/10/2024 -
Mon 28/10/2024Times:6:00pm - 8:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Paula HellalCourse code:Q00011461How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to £37.00
Literature: Classic American Short Stories
This day school focuses on three short stories from the American literary tradition by Alice Walker, Ernest Hemingway, and Edith Wharton. The session includes tutor presentations and group discussions about each story. Resources will be available before the session for pre- and post-session reflection. During the day, we will analyse specific excerpts and broader cultural contexts, exploring how fiction connects to the real world. Join us for an engaging exploration of these iconic American authors and their contributions to literature.
-
Course Information
-
Dates:Sat 19/10/2024 -
Sat 19/10/2024Times:10:30am - 4:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Norwich Millennium Library (Norwich)
Millennium Library
The Forum, Millennium Plain
Norwich
NR2 1AWTutor:James ClarkeCourse code:Q00017993How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
Art Practical: Arts & Crafts for Wellbeing
Indulge your creativity while nurturing your wellbeing by joining us on this Arts and Crafts course designed to provide relaxation, self-expression, and practical skills, whilst exploring your artistic style. Through a series of hands-on sessions, you will explore the therapeutic benefits of crafting while learning to create beautiful pieces from fabric, glass jars, and natural materials. From crafting beads to dabbling with macramé techniques, embellishing vases to repurposing old fabrics into new decorations, this course offers a holistic approach to artistic expression and self-care, as well as helping to foster an interest in crafty recycling and how we can use found, natural materials to create unique artwork.
-
Course Information
-
Dates:Wed 23/10/2024 -
Wed 04/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Belle Isle Tenant Management Org. Commun
The Gate ,Off Haverfield Rd
Leeds
LS10 3QHTutor:Victoria BouldCourse code:Q00019326How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80