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Get Ready for Functional Skills Maths Entry 1

Set yourself up for success at entry 1 functional skills in maths. This get ready course helps you prepare to tackle entry 1 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 1 maths. This is a preparatory maths course for people who are looking to progress to entry 1 functional skills courses. It is a non-accredited adult maths course.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 06/02/2024 -
Wed 24/04/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Everton Job Centre
95 Breckfield Road North
Liverpool
L5 4NQ
Tutor:
Alan McKenzie
Course code:
Q00013238
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Professional Development: An Introduction to Coaching and Mentoring

Are you involved with working with others to help them to develop their talents? This may be in connection with your job, or possibly as part of a volunteering role, or interest. Find out from this course how Coaching and Mentoring can help to unlock other people’s potential in order to achieve their goals. We will be looking at how to use various techniques to help others identify their goals and work together to go through their short and long term options and commit to actions towards meeting these. If you are looking to support and nurture talent in others, helping to inspire others to hone new skills or career or person direction this is a good place to start.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 07/02/2024 -
Wed 07/02/2024
Times:
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Tutor:
Kate Antoniou
Course code:
Q00012167
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £11.10

Personal Development: Up & At 'Em - Motivation and Inspiration

Often in our lives we can find ourselves feeling as though we are in a rut which we can't find a way out of. Our lives could feel stagnated or we could be a master of procrastination, even when harbouring a desire for change or action. This online course will provide a safe and supportive environment and learning materials to explore why we may feel unfocused and lacking the energy or drive to effect change in our lives. In addition we will collectively and individually explore and identify strategies to become more motivated and inspired and find what works for us.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 07/02/2024 -
Wed 13/03/2024
Times:
7:15pm - 9:15pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Tutor:
Shaun Kennedy
Course code:
Q00012928
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £44.40

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:
Wed 07/02/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024
Times:
9:15am - 11:45am
Duration:
19 sessions
Tutor:
Mariann Meszaros
Course code:
Q00012806
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £300.00

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Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
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Pre-Entry Digital Skills

Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer skills for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital skills, no matter your current knowledge. This course is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is all new to you. Learn to use word processing software and fill out online forms in this Digital Skills course. Understand how to use email and search for information online. This digital skills training also teaches you how to shop online securely. You’ll understand online safety and data storage

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 08/02/2024 -
Thu 08/02/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Thornley Village Centre (Thornley)
High Street, Thornley, County
Thornley
DH6 3EL
Tutor:
Maria Hambley
Course code:
Q00013133
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40

Certificate in Counselling Skills Level 2

Dive deeper into counselling and sharpen your set of skills for social work. Learn techniques to help those in need of support. Counselling courses teach you fundamental skills employers look for. Understand how to help others in a safe and positive way. The Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills introduces you to using counselling skills in everyday life: for work or within a personal capacity. Develop key skills employers look for in this level 2 counselling course. Team working and communication are key skills for CVs in support work.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 08/02/2024 -
Thu 25/07/2024
Times:
10:30am - 1:30pm
Duration:
50 sessions
Location:
NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZ
Tutor:
Katie Dexter
Course code:
Q00013270
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £362.00

Professional Development: Advanced Digital Skills for Work

Canvas courses teach you digital skills to learn online. Gain technology skills to take WEA online courses with confidence. Get the most out of WEA courses. Course description Studying online is a fun and effective way to learn. This course will teach you to use Canvas so that you can get the most out of WEA courses. You’ll learn digital skills to support you to study WEA online courses

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 15/02/2024 -
Thu 14/03/2024
Times:
10:00am - 2:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Maximus UK
3rd Floor
10 Temple Street
Birmingham
B2 5BN
Tutor:
Ekta Vishrolia
Course code:
Q00012176
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00

Personal Development: Introduction to Health & Social Care

Discover the fundamentals of Health & Social Care in this engaging 2-hour taster course. Designed to provide a comprehensive overview, this educational experience delves into the essential aspects of this vital field. Participants will explore the principles of patient care, the roles of healthcare professionals, and the importance of effective communication. Gain insights into ethical considerations and the impact of social factors on healthcare. Through interactive discussions and case studies, participants will develop a deeper understanding of the challenges and rewards of Health & Social Care. Whether you're considering a career in this field or simply interested in healthcare, this course offers valuable insights in just two hours.

Course Information

Dates:
Fri 16/02/2024 -
Fri 16/02/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Riverside Community Health Project (Newc
Carnegie Building
Atkinson Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 8XS
Tutor:
Julia Charlton
Course code:
Q00012565
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40

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.

Course Information

Dates:
Sat 17/02/2024 -
Sat 17/02/2024
Times:
10:00am - 2:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
The Deen Centre
4 Halifax Road
Brierfield
Nelson
Lancashire
BB9 5AF
Tutor:
Tanzila Kausar
Course code:
Q00012617
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.00

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:
Mon 19/02/2024 -
Tue 30/04/2024
Times:
9:30am - 2:30pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Tutor:
Rebecca Liaucius
Course code:
Q00012501
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00