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Professional Development: Jewellery for Enterprise

Would you like to turn your jewellery-making skills into a small business or fund-raising enterprise? What would you need to know? How could you market your work and sell it? How will you cost your time and materials? How would you advertise? Who will you sell to? This course is also very practical, and you will create wonderful pieces using budget-friendly materials as well as improving your understanding of the techniques, methods and processes of producing handmade jewellery. To make the most of this course it is useful if you have some experience of making hand-made jewellery but beginners are also welcome as you will be guided step by step through each project.
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Dates:
Mon 29/04/2024 -
Mon 15/07/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Grange Interlink / The Learning Zone (Br
Summerville Road
Bradford
BD7 1PX
Tutor:
Bushra Siddique
Course code:
Q00015478
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £94.50

Professional Development: Knitting and crochet for Enterprise

Would you like to turn your crochet and knitting skills into a small business or fund-raising enterprise? What would you need to know? How could you market your work and sell it? How will you cost your time and materials? How would you advertise? Who will you sell to? This course is also very practical, and you will create wonderful pieces using budget-friendly materials as well as improving your understanding of the techniques, methods and processes of producing crocheted items. To make the most of this course it is useful if you have some experience of crochet but beginners are also welcome as you will be guided step by step through each project.
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Dates:
Mon 29/04/2024 -
Mon 15/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Grange Interlink / The Learning Zone (Br
Summerville Road
Bradford
BD7 1PX
Tutor:
Bushra Siddique
Course code:
Q00015474
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £94.50

Professional Development: Henna for Enterprise

Henna for Enterprise is a one-stop course to turn your passion for henna into a thriving business or fund-raising enterprise. Learn beautiful, intricate henna designs while mastering the essential skills to launch and manage your own henna enterprise. We'll cover everything from marketing your artistry to managing clients, so you can confidently embark on your self-employed journey. This course is perfect for anyone who wants to transform their love for henna into a successful career, or a way to raise money for charity. To make the most of this course it is useful if you have some experience of henna but beginners are also welcome as you will be guided step by step through each project.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 10/05/2024 -
Fri 19/07/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Millan Centre (Bradford)
Victor Street
Bradford
BD9 4RA
Tutor:
Atiya Mushtaq
Course code:
Q00015472
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £94.50

Professional Development: Preparing for the IELTS Exam (Speaking)

Are you looking to take an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam in speaking skills? Are you looking to improve your understanding of what is required to undertake an IELTS exam to help with your work or study, then this course is for you. The exam is designed to help people who want to study or work where English is the native language (UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand). This is an introductory course in preparation for the exam. You can progress to other IELTS courses in that you may be interested in taking to make further progress.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 13/05/2024 -
Mon 22/07/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Sally Kawamura
Course code:
Q00014206
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £74.00

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Employability & Skills: Customer Service Skills

Explore and develop your customer service skills with this course. The course is aimed at anyone who would like to broaden their knowledge on customer service skills. We will cover the basics including identifying the needs and expectations of customers, how to deal with customers in challenging situations and much more. You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm. Start your wellbeing journey today by registering for this course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 14/05/2024 -
Thu 06/06/2024
Times:
10:00am - 2:00pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rosalyn Curwen
Course code:
Q00014727
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £118.40

SWAP: Introduction to working with Animals

Are you interested in working with animals? Join this SWAP course to learn about a range of animal related jobs. You will consider positive and challenging aspects of the roles and ways into these careers. In addition, we will also be looking at basic care needs of pets such as dogs and cats. You will be working with your fellow learners to enhance your confidence and knowledge. There will be plenty of opportunity in the course to share your ideas.
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Dates:
Tue 14/05/2024 -
Thu 13/06/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Paula Hellal
Course code:
Q00015165
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £25.00

Professional Development: Preparing for the IELTS Exam (Writing)

Are you looking to take an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam in writing skills? Are you looking to improve your understanding of what is required to undertake an IELTS exam to help with your work or study, then this course is for you. The exam is designed to help people who want to study or work where English is the native language (UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand). This is an introductory course in preparation for the exam. You can progress to other IELTS courses in that you may be interested in taking to make further progress.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 15/05/2024 -
Wed 24/07/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Sally Kawamura
Course code:
Q00014207
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £74.00

Professional Development: Investigative Journalism

If you wonder how people uncover information in the public interest that would usually remain in the dark, this course on investigative journalism is for you. This introductory course highlights the skills needed by investigative journalists when they conduct public interest investigations. Participants explore ways of reporting and editing stories, especially those which usually go unreported. The course will cover definitions of investigative journalism; how to find and plan an investigative story and which sources might be available. It gives a brief introduction to some of the legal and regulatory aspects of journalism.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 04/06/2024 -
Tue 16/07/2024
Times:
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Eliahoo Charles
Course code:
Q00013798
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Employability & Skills: Beginners: Careers and opportunities in Football

This course is an opportunity to study football and the multitude of opportunities it presents for people in terms of employment, volunteering, and personal development. It will look at why football is important to people, what makes people love it and what sometimes puts people off being involved and how learners can develop their skills, knowledge, and interest in the sport to create opportunities to work within football to the benefit of themselves and others. It will give learners an insight into the many varied levels and formats of the game, including speciality football disciplines such as different disability football and walking football.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 24/06/2024 -
Mon 15/07/2024
Times:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
Lincoln City Foundation
Lincoln City Football Ground
Sincil Bank
Lincoln
LN5 8LD
Tutor:
Patrick O'Reilly
Course code:
Q00013497
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.60


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Personal Development: Introduction to small beauty treatments for personal development 1

This course offers an introduction to small treatments in beauty. The course will give you the opportunity to try out and learn professional methods used in this creative Industry. Come and learn in a friendly environment and meet people with similar interests! Your learning is our priority. The WEA pride ourselves on our ability to create a friendly classroom atmosphere, at a venues within your community. Your tutor will support you through your learning journey, every step of the way. Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 15/04/2024 -
Mon 03/06/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Cortonwood Comeback Centre (Barnsley)
Old Chapel
Chapel Avenue, Brampton
Barnsley
S73 0XQ
Tutor:
Katie Hunter
Course code:
Q00014764
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Personal Development: Introduction to small beauty treatments for personal development 1

This course offers an introduction to small treatments in beauty. The course will give you the opportunity to try out and learn professional methods used in this creative Industry. Come and learn in a friendly environment and meet people with similar interests! Your learning is our priority. The WEA pride ourselves on our ability to create a friendly classroom atmosphere, at a venues within your community. Your tutor will support you through your learning journey, every step of the way. Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 15/04/2024 -
Mon 03/06/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Cortonwood Comeback Centre (Barnsley)
Old Chapel
Chapel Avenue, Brampton
Barnsley
S73 0XQ
Tutor:
Katie Hunter
Course code:
Q00014764
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Personal Development: Introduction to small beauty treatments for personal development 1

This course offers an introduction to small treatments in beauty. The course will give you the opportunity to try out and learn professional methods used in this creative Industry. Come and learn in a friendly environment and meet people with similar interests! Your learning is our priority. The WEA pride ourselves on our ability to create a friendly classroom atmosphere, at a venues within your community. Your tutor will support you through your learning journey, every step of the way. Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 15/04/2024 -
Mon 03/06/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Cortonwood Comeback Centre (Barnsley)
Old Chapel
Chapel Avenue, Brampton
Barnsley
S73 0XQ
Tutor:
Katie Hunter
Course code:
Q00014764
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Personal Development: Introduction to small beauty treatments for personal development 1

This course offers an introduction to small treatments in beauty. The course will give you the opportunity to try out and learn professional methods used in this creative Industry. Come and learn in a friendly environment and meet people with similar interests! Your learning is our priority. The WEA pride ourselves on our ability to create a friendly classroom atmosphere, at a venues within your community. Your tutor will support you through your learning journey, every step of the way. Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 15/04/2024 -
Mon 03/06/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Cortonwood Comeback Centre (Barnsley)
Old Chapel
Chapel Avenue, Brampton
Barnsley
S73 0XQ
Tutor:
Katie Hunter
Course code:
Q00014764
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Personal Development: Introduction to small beauty treatments for personal development 1

This course offers an introduction to small treatments in beauty. The course will give you the opportunity to try out and learn professional methods used in this creative Industry. Come and learn in a friendly environment and meet people with similar interests! Your learning is our priority. The WEA pride ourselves on our ability to create a friendly classroom atmosphere, at a venues within your community. Your tutor will support you through your learning journey, every step of the way. Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 15/04/2024 -
Mon 03/06/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Cortonwood Comeback Centre (Barnsley)
Old Chapel
Chapel Avenue, Brampton
Barnsley
S73 0XQ
Tutor:
Katie Hunter
Course code:
Q00014764
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Personal Development: Introduction to small beauty treatments for personal development 1

This course offers an introduction to small treatments in beauty. The course will give you the opportunity to try out and learn professional methods used in this creative Industry. Come and learn in a friendly environment and meet people with similar interests! Your learning is our priority. The WEA pride ourselves on our ability to create a friendly classroom atmosphere, at a venues within your community. Your tutor will support you through your learning journey, every step of the way. Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 15/04/2024 -
Mon 03/06/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Cortonwood Comeback Centre (Barnsley)
Old Chapel
Chapel Avenue, Brampton
Barnsley
S73 0XQ
Tutor:
Katie Hunter
Course code:
Q00014764
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Personal Development: Introduction to small beauty treatments for personal development 2

This course offers an introduction to small treatments in beauty. The course will give you the opportunity to try out and learn professional methods used in this creative Industry. Come and learn in a friendly environment and meet people with similar interests! Your learning is our priority. The WEA pride ourselves on our ability to create a friendly classroom atmosphere, at a venues within your community. Your tutor will support you through your learning journey, every step of the way. Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 18/04/2024 -
Thu 23/05/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Cortonwood Comeback Centre (Barnsley)
Old Chapel
Chapel Avenue, Brampton
Barnsley
S73 0XQ
Tutor:
Karen Hunter
Course code:
Q00014761
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Personal Development: Introduction to small beauty treatments for personal development 2

This course offers an introduction to small treatments in beauty. The course will give you the opportunity to try out and learn professional methods used in this creative Industry. Come and learn in a friendly environment and meet people with similar interests! Your learning is our priority. The WEA pride ourselves on our ability to create a friendly classroom atmosphere, at a venues within your community. Your tutor will support you through your learning journey, every step of the way. Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 18/04/2024 -
Thu 23/05/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Cortonwood Comeback Centre (Barnsley)
Old Chapel
Chapel Avenue, Brampton
Barnsley
S73 0XQ
Tutor:
Karen Hunter
Course code:
Q00014761
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Personal Development: Introduction to small beauty treatments for personal development 2

This course offers an introduction to small treatments in beauty. The course will give you the opportunity to try out and learn professional methods used in this creative Industry. Come and learn in a friendly environment and meet people with similar interests! Your learning is our priority. The WEA pride ourselves on our ability to create a friendly classroom atmosphere, at a venues within your community. Your tutor will support you through your learning journey, every step of the way. Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 18/04/2024 -
Thu 23/05/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Cortonwood Comeback Centre (Barnsley)
Old Chapel
Chapel Avenue, Brampton
Barnsley
S73 0XQ
Tutor:
Karen Hunter
Course code:
Q00014761
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Personal Development: Introduction to small beauty treatments for personal development 2

This course offers an introduction to small treatments in beauty. The course will give you the opportunity to try out and learn professional methods used in this creative Industry. Come and learn in a friendly environment and meet people with similar interests! Your learning is our priority. The WEA pride ourselves on our ability to create a friendly classroom atmosphere, at a venues within your community. Your tutor will support you through your learning journey, every step of the way. Our courses are free for most of our learners, but please bring proof of eligibility when you come to enrol. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 18/04/2024 -
Thu 23/05/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Cortonwood Comeback Centre (Barnsley)
Old Chapel
Chapel Avenue, Brampton
Barnsley
S73 0XQ
Tutor:
Karen Hunter
Course code:
Q00014761
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £75.60