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Counselling
This course focuses on an understanding of counselling and developing practical skills. The importance of counselling for the wellbeing of individuals and society is being increasingly recognised. You will be introduced to the nature of counselling and learn and practice active listening skills such as reflecting, paraphrasing, summarising, and giving feedback. The course is aimed at anyone who may be considering either a career in counselling, or wanting to develop valuable helping and listening skills, as well as anyone interested in developing self-awareness.
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Dates:Thu 01/08/2024 -
Thu 31/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000026How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progress
Functional Skills Maths
Gain a GCSE-equivalent qualification with this functional skills maths course. Learn maths skills to open doors to work and study opportunities. Functional maths courses also support you in everyday situations.
Learn maths as an adult and enjoy the experience. Functional maths helps you develop practical maths skills in context. Understand how numeracy skills can assist you in a job or your personal life.
This functional skills maths course teaches you essential maths skills through practical examples. It’s ideal for you if you would like to gain a GCSE-equivalent maths qualification.
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Dates:Thu 01/08/2024 -
Thu 31/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000006How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progressFee:Free
Functional Skills English
Get an English qualification to help you access a variety of work and study options. Functional skills courses in English teach you to read, write, and communicate confidently in English.
Functional skills English isn’t like learning English at school. This is an English course for adults created by adults. Develop practical English skills by learning language in context.
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Dates:Thu 01/08/2024 -
Thu 31/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000004How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progressFee:Free
Creative Writing : Introduction to Writing Your First Novel: Advanced
This course is a follow on to the previous ‘Writing Your First Novel: Next Level’ course, but suitable for newly enrolling students with experience writing fiction. 'Writing your first Novel: Advanced' is all about the deeper craft of creative writing—those elements that will make your work really stand out when you are making your first steps into the world of writing, regardless of whether you are planning on submitting your work, or if you are just writing for fun. Giving you the opportunity to develop an effective creative writing practice, and further personal development, especially if you want to get that first novel out of your head and onto paper.
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Dates:Thu 10/07/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00009233How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
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.
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Dates:Wed 16/07/2025 -
Fri 25/07/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Jill CliffordCourse code:Q00016013How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:6 places remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to £75.00
Art Practical: Art and About: Sketching Boats and Reflections by The Regents Canal, Angel
Spend an enjoyable afternoon in these award winning formal and peaceful gardens and capture in your sketchbooks scenes of unusual plants and plenty of vibrant summery colour. Whether you’re drawn to the classic architecture of early Victorian terraced houses peeking through the foliage or want to focus on close-ups of flowering trees and vibrant flowerbeds, there's something to stimulate every budding artist and sketcher. Be inspired by gardens and the peaceful environment, birds in the trees, and away from the bustle of the city. No matter your experience level, come along for a joyful, relaxed afternoon of art in nature.
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Dates:Thu 24/07/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025Times:2:00pm - 5:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Meeting Point: Regents Canal Walk
42 Blomfield Road
London
London
W9 2PFTutor:Debra CollisCourse code:Q00022169How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £14.70
Pre-Entry ESOL: ESOL Summer School Beginners
Do you want to keep up your English classes over the summer? Our ESOL Summer School is held online and is designed for individuals who are new to the English language and want to build a strong foundation in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. This course is perfect for those who wish to improve their communication skills for everyday life, work, or further education.
The course will be run online for 5 hours per week with a professional and qualified tutor who will support you in a safe and friendly environment online. The course will run for 2 sessions per week for 4 weeks in August 2025 and is ideal for learner’s who want to build up their skills ready for new courses in September.
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Dates:Tue 05/08/2025 -
Wed 27/08/2025Times:9:00am - 11:30amDuration:8 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Shazia ParveenCourse code:Q00022514How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £160.00
Pre-Entry ESOL: First Steps Pre Entry ESOL
This is for people who have no knowledge of English and the English alphabet. The course is a pre-cursor to the Pre Entry Level ESOL Course which is the foundation to the ESOL pathway courses.
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Dates:Tue 12/08/2025 -
Fri 05/09/2025Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:Reed in Partnership
Churchgate
New Road
Peterborough
PE1 1TTTutor:Inna GorobetsCourse code:Q00023856How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting list (Waiting list)Fee rangeFree to £160.00
Get Ready for ESOL Reading (Level 1)
Feel confident starting your ESOL course with this ESOL preparation course. It is designed to prepare you for an ESOL level 1 reading course. Learn key reading skills you’ll need for the level 1 ESOL course in reading to set yourself up for success.
Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. They give you extra study time for each level and module so you can reach your full potential.
This is a non-accredited English course for adults. If you’re helping others access level 1 ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Mon 01/09/2025 -
Wed 05/11/2025Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:18 sessionsLocation:Mosses Community Centre (Bury)
Cecil Street
Bury
BL9 0SBTutor:Muntaha IffatCourse code:Q00022779How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting list (Waiting list)Fee rangeFree to £360.00
Essential Digital Skills Level 1
Build your confidence using digital skills in your personal life and in the workplace. Understand how digital programmes and services can enhance your everyday life and simplify common tasks. Learn skills employers look for and improve your job prospects. If you’d like to learn digital skills for a better life, this course will teach you everything you need to know.
This Level 1 digital skills course is suitable for improvers, as you will build upon your current digital device knowledge.
Learn how to use the Microsoft Office programmes: create and edit text documents in Word, create spreadsheets and use number calculations in Excel, and use PowerPoint to create presentations. These are universal digital skills employers look for and can help you in a variety of job roles.
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Dates:Mon 01/09/2025 -
Mon 15/12/2025Times:9:30am - 12:30pmDuration:15 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Linda BennettCourse code:Q00023604How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:6 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £360.00