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Beginners Social Media Marketing: How to use Social Media for Business

Learn the basics of social media marketing with our Beginners Social Media Marketing: How to Use Social Media for Business course. Understand how to use social media platforms to promote your business effectively. Ideal for entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Linda Bennett
Course code:
Q00017657
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Supporting Autistic Children & Teens

Having a child or loved one receive an autism diagnosis can be worrying and unsettling. It’s difficult to know how best to support autistic children’s needs without external guidance. This autism course can teach you how to offer support to help autistic young people live healthy and fulfilling lives. This taster course is ideal for you if you have regular contact with autistic children or teenagers. It is aimed at parents, family members, community workers, or volunteers who interact closely with autistic kids. It can be useful both if you are going through diagnosis, and also if you feel you need extra resources to help support a developing autistic child.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 05/11/2024
Times:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Riverside Community Health Project (Newc
Carnegie Building
Atkinson Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 8XS
Tutor:
Rupa Marwaha
Course code:
Q00018863
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Fee range
Free to £12.60

Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges Level 2

Gain a nationally recognised qualification in support work with this Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges. Ideal for individuals looking to start or progress their career in educational support roles.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 22/04/2025
Times:
9:45am - 2:45pm
Duration:
20 sessions
Location:
St Georges Community Centre, Wakefield (
Broadway
Lupset
WAKEFIELD
WF2 8AA
Tutor:
Katherine Croft
Course code:
Q00010170
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 01/04/2025
Times:
9:30am - 2:00pm
Duration:
19 sessions
Location:
The Advice Store
5 Market Pavement
Basildon
SS14 1DD
Tutor:
Emma Paramor
Course code:
Q00018720
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

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Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Award in Preparation for Work in Community Interpreting Level 2

The role of the community interpreter is an integral part of our changing communities and increasingly important. The interpreter acts as a bridge between communities and enables people to access the services they need and approach situations which otherwise would not be possible. The Level 2 Certificate in Preparing for the Community Interpreting Role enables learners who are speakers of other languages to develop the language and skills necessary to go on and train as Community Interpreters at Level 3 and Level 4. This is the ideal qualification for anyone who wants to enter the interpreting profession and become a paid interpreter or volunteer in the UK.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Thu 06/02/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Mariann Meszaros
Course code:
Q00016101
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Fee range
Free to £300.00

Get Ready for Functional Skills Maths Entry 3

Set yourself up for success at entry 3 functional skills in maths. This get ready course helps you prepare to tackle entry 3 maths with confidence. The essential maths skills you’ll learn will help you get your qualification and serve you in everyday life. Get ready courses help you learn maths at your own pace. The idea of this course is to give you extra study time to acquire the knowledge you’ll need for entry 3 maths. This is a preparatory maths course for people who are looking to progress to entry 3 functional skills courses. It is a non-accredited adult maths course.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 28/01/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
31 sessions
Location:
Malcolm X Community Centre (BRISTOL)
141 City Road
St Pauls
BRISTOL
BS2 8YH
Tutor:
Taona Makunde
Course code:
Q00019400
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Award in Preparation for Work in Community Interpreting Level 2

The role of the community interpreter is an integral part of our changing communities and increasingly important. The interpreter acts as a bridge between communities and enables people to access the services they need and approach situations which otherwise would not be possible. The Level 2 Certificate in Preparing for the Community Interpreting Role enables learners who are speakers of other languages to develop the language and skills necessary to go on and train as Community Interpreters at Level 3 and Level 4. This is the ideal qualification for anyone who wants to enter the interpreting profession and become a paid interpreter or volunteer in the UK.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 11/03/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
16 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Maja Konkolewska
Course code:
Q00016098
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £300.00

Professional Development: SWAP: Working with animals

Are you interested in working with animals? Join this 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. 

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Fri 29/11/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Paula Hellal
Course code:
Q00019511
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £67.20

Pre-Entry Essential Digital Skills: An introduction to using computers and digital devices

Welcome to Introduction to Digital Devices! This course is designed for beginners who want to learn the basics of using digital devices effectively. In today's world, digital devices are ubiquitous, from smartphones and tablets to laptops and desktop computers. Understanding how to navigate and utilize these devices is essential for both personal and professional endeavours.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Location:
Belle Isle Tenant Management Org. Commun
The Gate ,Off Haverfield Rd
Leeds
LS10 3QH
Course code:
Q00019539
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £51.45

Professional Development: Introduction to being a Teaching Assistant

Begin your journey towards a rewarding career in education with our Introduction to Being a Teaching Assistant course. Learn the essential skills and knowledge required to support teachers and students in the classroom. Ideal for individuals considering a career in education.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 26/11/2024
Times:
9:45am - 2:45pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
Todmorden Learning Centre (Todmorden)
Burnley Road
Todmorden
OL14 7BX
Tutor:
Asia Bhatti
Course code:
Q00018424
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00