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Craft: Needle Felting
Join us for an exciting new course designed for beginner needle felters! If you're curious about this versatile craft, this is the perfect opportunity to learn the basics and beyond. We'll introduce you to the essential equipment and materials needed to create various patterns and shapes. Throughout the course, you'll explore different techniques for sculpting wool into beautiful creations. Skills covered and enhanced will include understanding different types of wool and needles, mastering basic felting techniques, and creating both flat and three-dimensional pieces. You'll also learn how to incorporate embellishments and combine colours effectively.
This course is funded by the Education Skills and Funding Agency.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:9:00am - 11:00amDuration:11 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Rebecca SpearCourse code:Q00019804How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £81.40
Textiles & Fashion: Bag Making
Join us for an exciting new course tailored for beginner bag makers! If you have basic sewing machine experience, this is the perfect opportunity to refresh your skills and learn new tips. You'll have the choice of various bag patterns focusing on specific bag-making techniques, or you can create your own patterns using the skills you'll acquire. This course will delve into techniques like installing zippers, adding pockets, and crafting different bag bases and handles. We'll create 2-3 bags throughout the course with sustainability in mind. Skills covered and enhanced will include seams and hems, buttonholes, inserting zips, sewing and reinforcing corners, as well as sewing curves and darts.
This course is funded by the Education Skills and Funding Agency.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:11:30am - 2:30pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Rebecca SpearCourse code:Q00019802How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £122.10
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) (Entry 2)
Build on your communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course for adults is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you improve your speaking and listening skills to communicate better in English.
Entry 2 ESOL courses are right for you if you have basic speaking and listening skills in English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about everyday topics and improve your comprehension. There are also reading and writing courses at this level.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025Times:9:45am - 11:45amDuration:46 sessionsLocation:Carramea Community Resource Centre (Harr
27 Northolt Road
Harrow
HA2 0LHTutor:Hansa GunelCourse code:Q00020820How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Entry 2)
Build up your writing skills with these ESOL classes. This English course for beginners is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you learn writing skills that will support you to work or study in the UK.
This ESOL entry 2 writing course builds on skills you learnt at entry 1. Expand your knowledge of grammar and improve your writing skills in English. There are also reading and speaking & listening courses at this level.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:45 sessionsLocation:Carramea Community Resource Centre (Harr
27 Northolt Road
Harrow
HA2 0LHTutor:Hansa GunelCourse code:Q00020821How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
L1 Award in Mental Health
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.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Community Club
Macrae House
Sea View Walk
Murton
SR7 9NATutor:Jayne ClarkCourse code:Q00020033How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Level 1 ESOL: ESOL Driving theory
Prepare for your driving theory test with our Level 1 ESOL: ESOL Driving Theory course. Learn the rules of the road, traffic signs, and essential safety information needed to pass the test. Ideal for non-native speakers seeking to improve their English and obtain their driving licence.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Olena KolesnykCourse code:Q00018890How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.80
Personal Development - Developing Engish Skills for Life & Work in the UK - Next Steps
Continue enhancing your English skills for life and work in the UK with our Next Steps course. Focus on more advanced communication techniques and practical applications. Ideal for non-native speakers looking to further improve their English proficiency.
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 11/02/2025Times:11:45am - 2:45pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:New Hope Global (Birmingham)
Birchfield Library (2nd floor)
3 Trinity Road
Birmingham
B6 6AHTutor:Saima GulzarCourse code:Q00018203How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Pre-Entry English: Basic English
Basic English buildingconfidence
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 04/02/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:Bram Longstaffe School (Barrow-in-Furnes
Farm Street
Barrow-in-Furness
LA14 2RXTutor:Christine I'AnsonCourse code:Q00020797How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £42.00
Pre-Entry Maths: Basic maths
Basic maths and dealing with bills and budgets
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Dates:Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 04/02/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:5 sessionsLocation:Bram Longstaffe School (Barrow-in-Furnes
Farm Street
Barrow-in-Furness
LA14 2RXTutor:Christine I'AnsonCourse code:Q00020796How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £42.00
Step into Work
"Step Into Work" is a comprehensive program designed to equip you with the essential skills needed for job hunting. This course covers writing effective cover letters, creating standout CVs, and mastering interview techniques. Through practical workshops and expert guidance, you'll learn how to present yourself confidently to potential employers and increase your chances of landing the job you desire. This course will help you examine your current skills and qualities and how they transfer to job related tasks. You’ll need access to the internet to take this ‘Step into Work’ program as our tutors use the WEA’s digital learning portal, Canvas, to send you important information and tasks.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 02/04/2025Location:Clare House (SCUNTHORPE)
31 Wells Street
SCUNTHORPE
DN15 6HLCourse code:C00000005How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available