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Personal Development: Introduction to Aromatherapy
"Personal Care: Introduction to Aromatherapy" offers an in-depth exploration into the art and science of using essential oils for health, relaxation, and personal care. This course provides a foundational understanding of aromatherapy principles, essential oil extraction methods, therapeutic properties of commonly used oils, and practical applications in daily life. Participants will learn how to blend essential oils safely, create custom aromatherapy products, and integrate aromatherapy into holistic wellness practices. The course takes place in a friendly and encouraging environment, supported by a specialist tutor and the team at WEA.
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Dates:Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025Times:5:00pm - 8:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:The Serenity Academy
20 High Street
Wath-on-Dearne
Rotherham
S63 7QGTutor:Katie HunterCourse code:Q00018305How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £126.00
Award in Stress Awareness Level 1
Stress affects most people in the country at some point in life. Understanding the harmful effects of stress is essential to maintaining good mental health and well-being. This stress awareness course can help you recognise and deal with stress when it happens.
This mental health awareness training helps you understand what you and others may be experiencing. It is also useful if you work in a support role such as mentor, counsellor, or carer. It will teach you important skills for care jobs if you want to work in adult social care.
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Dates:Thu 01/05/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:12 sessionsLocation:CGL Widnes (change, grow, live)
Canal Side Industrial Estate
Constance Way
Widnes
North West
WA8 0QRTutor:Neil ConnaughtonCourse code:Q00021934How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Award in Stress Awareness Level 1
Stress affects most people in the country at some point in life. Understanding the harmful effects of stress is essential to maintaining good mental health and well-being. This stress awareness course can help you recognise and deal with stress when it happens.
This mental health awareness training helps you understand what you and others may be experiencing. It is also useful if you work in a support role such as mentor, counsellor, or carer. It will teach you important skills for care jobs if you want to work in adult social care.
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Dates:Tue 06/05/2025 -
Tue 17/06/2025Location:Expanding Horizons
46 Medway
New Strand Shopping Centre
Bootle
Bootle
North West
L20 4SRCourse code:Q00022144How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Care 2 Seated yoga
This course is for Carers, Former Carers, and the Cared for. Take some time for yourself, did you know yoga can help you get stronger and more flexible, no matter your age or abilities? There are yoga courses for all levels and needs. Even if you can’t take part in a standing class, this beginner’s yoga course can help you gain mobility without taking a toll on your joints. Seated yoga is perfect for you if you have difficulty following a regular yoga lesson. Whether you have mobility issues or chronic fatigue, this yoga course can help you reduce stiffness in your joints and learn to relax. Enjoy the practice of yoga from a chair.
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Dates:Tue 06/05/2025 -
Tue 06/05/2025Times:9:00am - 10:30amDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Georgia DanielCourse code:Q00021790How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Step into Care
This is a pre-employment programme delivered online that is designed to support you into work within Adult Social Care. The programme will help you to prepare for work in a care setting by covering key elements of the adult social care pathway, including digital skills, and the opportunity to take a Level 1 course in mental health awareness. You will also gain skills in writing CVs and application forms for social care jobs.
Basically, this programme is made up of three parts - a value-based interview and training with us at the WEA. If you complete the training successfully you are guaranteed an interview with a social care employer. This is a working interview, to give you the opportunity experience working in a caring environment.
This is a closed course for referrals for the DWP only.
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Dates:Mon 12/05/2025 -
Mon 16/06/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:25 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Veronica HydeCourse code:Q00021907How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:£296.00
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:Mon 12/05/2025 -
Wed 14/05/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00016013How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Personal Development: Introduction to Gel Nails & Nail Art
Welcome to "Introduction to Gel Nails & Nail Art," a comprehensive beginner-level course designed to equip you with the fundamental skills and knowledge to master the art of gel nails and creative nail designs. Whether you aspire to become a professional nail technician or want to explore nail art as a hobby, this course offers a step-by-step guide to the essential techniques, tools, and trends in the industry.
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Dates:Thu 15/05/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025Times:9:30am - 12:30pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:Cortonwood Comeback Centre (Barnsley)
Old Chapel
Chapel Avenue, Brampton
Barnsley
S73 0XQTutor:Karen HunterCourse code:Q00018280How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Fitness and Exercise: Mental Health Awareness week – Yoga to improve mental wellbeing
In honour of Mental Health Awareness Week, join our Yoga to Improve Mental Wellbeing course. This class focuses on yoga practices designed to enhance mental health and emotional balance. Through a blend of gentle postures, breathwork, and mindfulness techniques, you will learn methods to calm the mind and support mental clarity. Suitable for all levels, this course encourages you to listen to your body and adapt practices to meet your individual needs. Enjoy a supportive environment where you can develop effective strategies for improving your mental wellbeing and overall quality of life through yoga.
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Dates:Thu 15/05/2025 -
Thu 15/05/2025Times:6:00pm - 8:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nicola BaileyCourse code:Q00018236How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree 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.
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Dates:Mon 19/05/2025 -
Wed 21/05/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Veronica HydeCourse code:Q00016014How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Award in Stress Awareness Level 1
Stress affects most people in the country at some point in life. Understanding the harmful effects of stress is essential to maintaining good mental health and well-being. This stress awareness course can help you recognise and deal with stress when it happens.
This mental health awareness training helps you understand what you and others may be experiencing. It is also useful if you work in a support role such as mentor, counsellor, or carer. It will teach you important skills for care jobs if you want to work in adult social care.
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Dates:Mon 26/05/2025 -
Wed 28/05/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Veronica HydeCourse code:Q00016028How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00