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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 28/10/2024 -
Fri 15/11/2024Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:15 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Susan BellCourse code:Q00015990How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Step into Care
The "Step Into Care" level 1 study program is designed to provide foundational knowledge and skills for individuals pursuing a career in the care sector. Covering essential topics such as working in care, mental health awareness, stress awareness, infection prevention and control, and CV and interview preparation, this comprehensive program equips learners with the tools needed to succeed in social care roles. Ideal for beginners, this program fosters both personal and professional development in a supportive learning environment. This course is in partnership with the DWP and upon successful completion of the course you will be invited to an interview for a potential job role within care.
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Dates:Mon 04/11/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024Location:Hull CVS
The Strand
75 Beverley Road
Hull
HU3 1XLCourse code:P00000099How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available
Cooking Practical: Cooking from Scratch - Autumn Recipes
Cooking at home from scratch is a technique to create home cooked food in a way which is healthy for you. You are certain about all the ingredients which are in the dish, no hidden ingredients. You are in control of what you are putting in your food and eating. Preparing food for the family reflects your love for them. Cooking at home can be a new skill to learn. During this course your tutor will give you demonstration and individual attention for your guidance. In this course you will be cooking food which you can enjoy after each session with your loved ones.
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Dates:Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kauser NabeelCourse code:Q00017599How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Personal Development: Build your resilience
Thrive in a Changing World: Build Your Emotional Resilience
Feeling overwhelmed by life's constant challenges? This 7-week Emotional Resilience course equips you with powerful tools to navigate uncertainty and build inner strength.
Explore how your thoughts, emotions, and experiences influence your mental well-being and overall resilience. Discover effective coping strategies to manage stress, stay positive, and communicate effectively in your social circles.
By examining your life perspective and approach, you'll gain the confidence to recharge your batteries and cultivate a more positive outlook.
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Dates:Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JBTutor:Caroline SmyCourse code:Q00016621How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 3
Get a teaching qualification and prepare to work in a variety of roles in education. Gain understanding of the knowledge and skills needed to work directly with children and young people. This qualification is for supporting teaching and learning in schools and colleges.
You’ll learn core teaching skills that can be applied in various jobs. Some options include learning assistant, teaching assistant, or special needs assistant. It trains you to become a learning support practitioner.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Wed 06/11/2024 -
Wed 12/03/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:17 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kailash ParekhCourse code:Q00015527How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:2 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £450.00
Managing Stress
Do you find it difficult to wind down? When we’re stressed it’s hard to feel calm and relaxed. But you don’t have to live with constant stress. There are simple techniques you can learn to manage it.
This stress awareness course is helpful for anyone who wants to learn to alleviate stress. In this course we will learn how to identify stress risk factors, recognise the symptoms of stress, and apply techniques to reduce it.
Depending on your needs, there are various study options after this course.
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Dates:Thu 07/11/2024 -
Thu 12/12/2024Location:Alpha Omega Women Peace
Security Foundation
Unit 10
Coppicemere Drive
Crewe
CW1 6HYCourse code:Q00016708How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Craft: Making for Christmas
Would you like to feel the magic of Christmas again! Crafting is a fun way to spend time in the lead up to Christmas and adds a personal touch to the festivities. This course will give you the opportunity to learn something new, relax and meet like-minded people, whilst getting in the mood for Christmas. It will ignite your imagination and inspire you towards making your own Christmassy crafts, including, cards, tree decorations and trinkets that you may wish to gift to others who are special to you. Engaging in craft has proven to boost mental wellbeing and reduce stress. Benefits include improved mindfulness, better cognitive function, less anxiety, and increased self-awareness.
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Dates:Thu 07/11/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024Times:11:00am - 4:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZTutor:Katie DexterCourse code:Q00016811How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £147.00
Entry Level ESOL: ESOL E1/E2
Discover the wonderful world of the English language with this beginners ESOL E1/E2 course.
It will help you to develop basic speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in English.
Whether you have studied basic English before or you are completely new to it,
You will find value in this ESOL course.
Develop your language skills to enable you to recognise simple words, prepare to write, ask everyday questions and answer them using correct grammatical structures.
You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm.
Start your language journey today by registering for this course.
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Dates:Tue 12/11/2024 -
Thu 27/02/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:24 sessionsLocation:Cayley Primary School (London)
Aston St
London
E14 7NGTutor:Elena HawkinsCourse code:Q00012149How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £201.60
Award in Mental Health Awareness Level 1
If you’re interested in learning more about mental health issues, this level 1 course can teach you the foundational concepts. You’ll get a view into the nature of mental health work and the issues that face people struggling with it.
Level 1 health and social care courses about mental health can teach you the basic principles of mental health care. If you enjoy this course you can continue your learning in this area. Mental health awareness training can help you understand if this area of work interests you.
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Dates:Mon 18/11/2024 -
Wed 20/11/2024Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Veronica HydeCourse code:Q00016011How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Award in Stress Awareness Level 1
Stress affects most people in the country at some point in life. Understanding the harmful effects of stress is essential to maintaining good mental health and well-being. This stress awareness course can help you recognise and deal with stress when it happens.
This mental health awareness training helps you understand what you and others may be experiencing. It is also useful if you work in a support role such as mentor, counsellor, or carer. It will teach you important skills for care jobs if you want to work in adult social care.
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Dates:Mon 25/11/2024 -
Wed 27/11/2024Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Veronica HydeCourse code:Q00016025How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00