WEA courses

expand this This Portfolio talk aims to inspire and inform, with a wide selection of images from portraits to landscapes, seascapes to animals, macro and more. The session is interactive and suitable for all abilities. This is an opportunity no matter your skill level or experience to find out more, explore the topic and images on a variety of subjects with a professional photographer/ photography tutor. It is also a chance to consider further the photos you take and develop a greater understanding.

Are you looking for a relaxing hobby to help you unwind? Creating moments of calm in the day is essential for our emotional well-being and mental health. Step into the world of mindful crafts with this course and enjoy art for relaxation. This creativity course allows you to explore your art and craft skills to find practices that soothe you. Whether you enjoy drawing, painting, origami, or craft-making, art courses can help you find a relaxing hobby.

This short course will look at archaeological evidence to provide an introduction to the impact of the Roman Empire in the east of Egypt. This course is funded by the Education Skills and Funding Agency.

Create an effective CV with our Professional Development: CV Workshop. Learn how to highlight your skills and experiences to make a strong impression on employers. Ideal for job seekers looking to enhance their employability.

Create an effective CV with our Professional Development: CV Workshop. Learn how to highlight your skills and experiences to make a strong impression on employers. Ideal for job seekers looking to enhance their employability.

Build on basic reading skills with these ESOL classes. This is an English course for beginners. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses help you learn basic English for life in the UK and improve your chances of finding work or study options. This ESOL entry 2 reading course builds on skills you learnt at entry 1. Grow your vocabulary and improve your reading skills in English. There are also writing and speaking & listening courses at this level. If you’re helping others find ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.

Multiply Online is your gateway to mathematical empowerment for financial literacy. Delve into essential topics including budgeting, understanding topics used for functional skills, school curriculum math support, credit comprehension, and maximizing financial resources. Key Topics: Budgeting money effectively Preparing for functional skills qualification(FS) Supporting children's math education Understanding credit and finance Optimising financial decisions Benefits: Practical math skills for everyday life Confidence in managing personal finances Empowerment to make informed financial decisions Enhanced support for children's math learning Increase your confidence with maths. Format: Engaging online modules, interactive exercises, and real-life application scenarios. Duration: Self-paced for flexibility! The course material is available online and accessible via smartphone, tablet, or computer. Additionally, there will be weekly face-to-face sessions to provide support for accessing the learning. Your numeracy coach will also maintain regular contact to support you throughout the course. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.

If you help out in a community or voluntary role, you may need to work with food. Understanding the safe handling of food is key to preventing infections and ensuring proper hygiene. Food safety courses are useful if you do any kind of charity or voluntary work that involves handling food. Whether you help prepare lunches at a community centre or collaborate with a food bank, this knowledge can help you ensure hygiene measures are followed.

Managing and maintaining good hygiene is important for your health and well-being. To help you with this, try to follow a daily routine that includes things like brushing your teeth, washing your body, and taking care of your hair. You can use pictures or step-by-step guides to make it easier.

Get clear on what the real story is in your first draft. Fantastic you are at this stage but re-writing is where support and accountability will make all the difference. This 5-hour course helps you get clear on your story. Using insightful coaching questions and completing writing exercises in class you will parse the story, straighten out your character arc and ensure plot holes are removed or tied up. This course gives you the time to step back from the manuscript, reflect on what’s working, identify what’s not, so as to embellish what lies at the heart. We’ll recap what story beats make a story satisfying. We’ll write and share in pairs.