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Care 2 (Health and Social Care): Simple Remedies to Combat Stress and Anxiety
This course will enhance well being with a variety of techniques and easy tips to help the body cope with stress and anxiety.
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Dates:Wed 21/05/2025 -
Wed 25/06/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00021825How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
Craft: Sewing into Business
Discover the art of precision and creativity in our Sewing for Business Course. Dive into the fundamentals of machine sewing, mastering essential techniques and garment construction. From threading the needle to embellishing, you'll gain hands-on experience and the confidence to bring your design ideas to life. In parallel, embark on a beginner business journey, learning the basics of entrepreneurship for a sewing venture. Explore market trends, pricing strategies, and customer engagement to turn your passion into a profitable enterprise. Join us for a transformative learning experience that blends craftsmanship with entrepreneurial acumen, equipping you for success in the world of sewing and business.
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Dates:Wed 21/05/2025 -
Wed 23/07/2025Times:9:30am - 2:30pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:St Johns Centre (Manchester)
St Johns Road
Old Trafford
Manchester
M16 7GXTutor:Nasim YounisCourse code:Q00021370How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting list (Waiting list)Fee rangeFree to £231.00
Award in Mentoring Level 1
Mentoring is a great way for you to help other people reach their potential. This can be a very rewarding experience both personally and professionally. Mentoring courses teach you essential leadership and communication skills for social work.
This mentoring course gives you an insight into the world of mentorship. It can help you decide if you want to start working in mentorship or other support roles. Some examples include care work, youth work, or youth sports coaching.
Understand the role of a mentor. Study best practices for effective mentorship. Gain awareness of the importance of the “mentoring agreement”.
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Dates:Wed 21/05/2025 -
Sun 13/07/2025Times:6:00pm - 8:30pmDuration:23 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:John WrightCourse code:Q00020488How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £150.00
Beginners Microsoft Word & PowerPoint
What would improved digital skills mean for your career or everyday life? No matter what your job role is, the chances are your day-to-day life would be easier with enhanced computer skills.
This beginner’s Microsoft Office course will help you learn the basics of Word and PowerPoint. This knowledge can help you in a wide variety of routine situations. These can include creating CVs, helping your kids with their homework, or preparing presentations for family events.
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Dates:Wed 21/05/2025 -
Thu 26/06/2025Times:9:45am - 11:45amDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Carramea Community Resource Centre (Harr
27 Northolt Road
Harrow
HA2 0LHTutor:Hansa GunelCourse code:Q00021901How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £79.80
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Beginners Digital Skills
Develop essential digital skills with our Beginner Digital Skills course. Learn the basics of using computers, navigating the internet, and understanding essential software applications. Ideal for individuals with little or no digital experience looking to build confidence in their digital abilities.
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Dates:Wed 21/05/2025 -
Wed 23/07/2025Location:Expanding Horizons
46 Medway
New Strand Shopping Centre
Bootle
Bootle
North West
L20 4SRCourse code:Q00022146How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1)
Work towards GCSE-level maths skills with this functional skills level 1 course. Progress your maths skills to help you access work and study opportunities. Functional maths improves your numeracy skills through real-life situations.
Learn maths in context. Develop practical maths skills to help you in everyday situations such as organising your personal budget or applying discounts when shopping.
This level 1 functional skills maths course can help you get a GCSE-equivalent qualification in maths. You’ll learn practical maths skills employers look for.
Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.
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Dates:Wed 21/05/2025 -
Fri 11/07/2025Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Andy DowdCourse code:Q00019110How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:1 place remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Art Appreciation: L.S.Lowry
The renowned artist L. S Lowry was born in Manchester in a town called Stretford in the Victorian age of 1887. His work is very individual instantly and highly recognised as well as being celebrated throughout the United Kingdom and beyond.
The course will be delivered by power point presentation and lecture , handouts will be given where appropriate.
The session is tailored to allow learners the opportunity to consolidate their learning as the course is delivered by discussion of their learning outcomes and opinions in a friendly and engaging environment and there will be fun group activities during the course to check on understanding and learning.
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Dates:Thu 22/05/2025 -
Thu 22/05/2025Times:6:00pm - 8:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kerry Van Der SchraftCourse code:Q00022114How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £7.40
Textiles and Fashion: advance sewing skill alterations
Discover the wonderful technique of sewing skill. This course will help to develop your craft in measure and alterations in garments . You will learn to adjust zips and hems . Whether you have studied basic or intermediate sewing before, you will find value in this sewing course by making your old garment into new design and adjusting garments to your size. By the end of the course, you can use these skills to open your own business or work for organisation . Start your own sewing journey today by registering for this course.
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Dates:Thu 22/05/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nasim YounisCourse code:Q00021870How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Literature: Exploring Shakespeare’s Sonnets
In this course we will discuss and analyse Shakespeare’s Sonnet Sequence. We will discuss the evolution of the Sonnet, the Elizabethan sonnet boom, and Shakespeare’s sonnet sonnet, placing them in the context of the Elizabeth Age, its etiquette, manners, philosophy and attitudes to love.
We will discover how important a knowledge of Shakespeare’s sexuality is, and how this impacts on the enduring mysteries relating to the addressee of the sonnets and the figures within the sonnets.
Come along and engage in practical criticism of the works and exchange views in what will be a lively to and fro of ideas
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Dates:Thu 22/05/2025 -
Thu 26/06/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Stephen SmithCourse code:Q00021481How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
Pre-Entry ESOL: Beginners ESOL Speaking and Listening
Discover the wonderful world of the English language with our Pre-Entry ESOL course! This course will help you improve your speaking and listening skills in English. Whether you have studied basic English before or you are completely new to it, you will find value in this course. You'll learn to ask and answer everyday questions, listen for information, and generally practice speaking in English. The course will also introduce you to the Speaking and Listening qualification course. You don't need any special tools to join; bring yourself and some enthusiasm. Start your language journey today by registering for this course!
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Dates:Thu 22/05/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Carramea Community Resource Centre (Harr
27 Northolt Road
Harrow
HA2 0LHTutor:Fauzia AdnanCourse code:Q00021716How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £73.50