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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.
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Dates:Thu 01/08/2024 -
Thu 31/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000026How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available
Support Work in Schools
If you are thinking about a career in teaching, this introductory course is for you. Teaching assistants are an integral part of the classroom. Not only do they provide vital support for pupils, they support the teaching that takes place. This course is ideal if you would like to know more about working as a teaching assistant.
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Dates:Thu 01/08/2024 -
Thu 31/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000024How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available
Money Management & Budgeting for ESOL Learners (Maximus, Three Bridges)
This course is ONLY for residents of West Sussex. Please do not apply if you are from a West Sussex postcode area. This short course is designed for learners currently studying ESOL who want to learn more about the language and skills that will help you manage your money, make good shopping decisions, and understand budgeting. The course will look at the principles of managing money in everyday situations like comparing prices on the high street, working out the best deal for transport to get to work or learning, or the cost of cooking a meal.
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Dates:Fri 02/08/2024 -
Fri 16/08/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:Maximus Three Bridges Office
Unit 2
3 Crawley Business Centre
Stephenson Way
Three Bridges
Crawley
RH10 1TNTutor:Gabriella RussoCourse code:Q00017947How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Seated Yoga
Did you know yoga can help you get stronger and more flexible, no matter your age or abilities? There are yoga courses for all levels and needs. Even if you can’t take part in a standing class, this beginner’s yoga course can help you gain mobility without taking a toll on your joints.
Seated yoga is perfect for you if you’d have difficulty following a regular yoga lesson. Whether you have mobility issues or chronic fatigue, this yoga course can help you reduce stiffness in your joints and learn to relax. Enjoy the practice of yoga from a chair.
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Dates:Tue 06/08/2024 -
Tue 27/08/2024Times:9:00am - 10:30amDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Georgia DanielCourse code:Q00017045How you'll learn:OnlineStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £22.20
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Vagus Nerve Stimulation as a Pathway to Well-Being
An intriguing wellness trend for 2024 revolves around vagus nerve stimulation.
This practice employs a variety of different ways to stimulate the vagus nerve, which regulates various bodily functions, including digestion, heart rate, and breathing. Stimulating the vagus nerve ca
Vagal nerve stimulation can be done by practicing meditation, humming, singing, and even cold water and ice baths. This form of stimulation holds immense potential, with health benefits ranging from lowered blood pressure and reduced heart rate to stress response management and even seizure control in epilepsy.
Join me on this super short course taking place in the last two weeks of August where you will learn about the vagus nerve and practice ways of stimulating this extraordinary area of the brain.
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Dates:Wed 21/08/2024 -
Thu 29/08/2024Times:1:30pm - 4:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Georgia DanielCourse code:Q00016966How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:9 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Parkstone Wellbeing
This course is for clients at Parkstone Connect Centre, and continues on their journey of steps to wellbeing. Skills and learning in this course can be applied to everyday life and improve confidence and way of living as described by the NHS 5 steps to well-being programme
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Dates:Tue 03/09/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024Times:10:30am - 2:30pmDuration:30 sessionsLocation:Tricuro -Parkstone Connect Day Centre (P
Croft Road
Poole
BH12 3LDTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00009536How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £94.50
Gardening Practical: Healthy Eating
Join our gardening course to learn the basics of planting, soil preparation, and garden care. Discover how to grow a variety of vegetables and herbs, from seed to harvest, and explore the nutritional benefits of different plants.
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Dates:Wed 04/09/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024Times:2:00pm - 2:30pmDuration:16 sessionsLocation:Tricuro -Parkstone Connect Day Centre (P
Croft Road
Poole
BH12 3LDTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017105How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Fitness and Exercise: Yoga to support a healthy back
Yoga is a wonderful practice that supports our physical and mental well-being. This course will allow you to enjoy all the benefits of yoga whilst taking a deeper focus on yoga practices that help to keep your back healthy.
Most people suffer from back ache or pain at some point in their lives. Practicing yoga is a good strategy to both prevent and manage back ache. You will learn practices that help to relieve tension and improve back strength and flexibility.
Yoga is a non-competitive practice for everyone, you will be encouraged to move with care for your own body, adapting practices to meet your individual needs in a supportive learning environment.
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Dates:Thu 05/09/2024 -
Thu 24/10/2024Times:10:00am - 11:45amDuration:8 sessionsLocation:St James Church and Community Arts Cntr
24 Seamer Road
Scarborough
YO12 4DTTutor:Nicola BaileyCourse code:Q00018223How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:2 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Art Practical: Beginners Mosaics
This Mosaic course is designed to introduce you to new craft skills and help you develop a new craft, whilst designing different images and relaxing, enjoying, being creative with others.
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Dates:Fri 06/09/2024 -
Fri 11/10/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Sherbourne House
Independent Living Hub
Stonehouse
GL10 2HPTutor:Victoria HendzelCourse code:Q00016919How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
History: Britain in World War 2 & Post War Britain
To provide an overview of the social impact of World War 2 in relation to the Battle of Britain and the Blitz
The course will also highlight the new global balance of power after the War in relation to the upsurge of America and the USSR as being the new power brokers in the Post-War world as evidenced by the new ‘Iron Curtain’
The second half of the course will feature the post war Labour government establishing a Welfare State and focussing on post war reconstruction as well as the early years of the reign of Elizabeth II in the 1950s
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Paul LevyCourse code:Q00017643How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.80