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Personal Development: Creativity to Support Health & Wellbeing- Looking after your Nails
Welcome to "Introduction to Manicure, Gel Nails & Nail Art," a comprehensive beginner-level course designed to equip you with the fundamental ̨Íåswag and knowledge to master the art of basic manicure, 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. Join us face to face, in-venue for this practical course. Basic materials and equipment provided.
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Dates:Thu 07/11/2024 -
Thu 23/01/2025Times:4:30pm - 6:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Space4
Houghton Library
74 Newbottle Street
Houghton le Spring
DH4 4AFTutor:Tracey CarverCourse code:Q00019826How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:2 places remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to £84.00
Personal Development: BSL Next Steps Developing Confidence to Sign
This is a fun and interactive course, ideal to follow on from the Beginners BSL. The intention of this course is to develop ̨Íåswag in BSL for community engagement, further learning and possibly employment in a school/work setting. The course will run for 14 guided learning hours and will be taught at St Mary’s Community Centre, Pontefract with the facilitation of Canvas as a virtual learning platform. Learners will be fully supported in achieving the learning outcomes for the course and the intention is that the course will help them to further develop their confidence in order for them to engage in signed conversations with their peers.
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Dates:Thu 07/11/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024Times:6:00pm - 8:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:St Marys Community Centre (PONTEFRACT)
The Circle
Chequerfield
PONTEFRACT
WF8 2AYTutor:Caroline CleghornCourse code:Q00012515How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:In progressFee:Free
History: A Moving Story
This course explores the evolution of road, water, and rail transport in East Anglia from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. We examine how these developments reshaped the landscape and impacted the lives of transport workers and travellers. Through historical analysis and personal stories, participants will gain insights into the region's rich transport heritage and its influence on East Anglia's social and economic fabric.
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Dates:Thu 07/11/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:Poringland Community Centre (Poringland)
Overtons Way
Poringland
NR14 7WBTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00019038How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to £33.60
Art Appreciation: Art through the lens of the Anthropocene
With the advent of the Industrial Revolution, we entered the age of the Anthropocene, where humans become the single most influential species on the planet. Today, discussions on environmental issues such as climate change and biodiversity have permeated practically all aspects of our lives, yet the field of art history remains less affected. This course aims to look at well-known artworks from the 19th and 20th century through the lens of the Anthropocene and invites learners to appreciate new ways of linking art with daily life.
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Dates:Fri 08/11/2024 -
Fri 13/12/2024Times:5:00pm - 6:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Shijia YuCourse code:Q00017295How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
SCC-ESOL Improve your Reading ̨Íåswag (Pre Entry)
Welcome to our ‘Improve your Reading ̨Íåswag’ course. This course is designed for pre-entry ESOL learners to improve their English reading ̨Íåswag. During this course, you will practice reading simple texts like stories, articles, menus, and signs. The course will help you learn new words, understand sentences, and find main ideas. Activities include reading aloud, group discussions, and fun exercises. You will also learn ways to quickly find information in texts. By the end of the course, you will feel more confident reading English and enjoy it more.
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Dates:Fri 08/11/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:9:45am - 11:45amDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Irma GoughCourse code:Q00017239How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:1 place remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to £88.20
Award in ESOL ̨Íåswag for Life (Speaking and Listening) (Entry 1)
Learn basic communication ̨Íåswag with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn essential speaking and listening ̨Íåswag to be able to communicate in English.
Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about basic topics and understand core words. 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.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Thu 13/02/2025Location:Deeplish Community Centre (ROCHDALE)
Hare Street
Deeplish
ROCHDALE
OL11 1JTCourse code:Q00015785How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Entry Level ESOL: Everyday English Elementary
This is a General English/Family Learning Class aimed at elementary (A1/A2) level learners. This course is for those whose first language is NOT English and in it we will practice all four major ̨Íåswag in each session to develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Although this is a low-level English course, learners should be able to recognise sounds of the English letters and read simple lines of text prior to joining so that they will not struggle. Lessons will be delivered face-to-face using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to build learners’ proficiency and confidence in the English language.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Mon 16/12/2024Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Totnes United Free Church
54 Fore Street
Totnes
TQ9 5RPTutor:Alison SalmCourse code:Q00019398How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.60
Award in ESOL ̨Íåswag for Life (Writing) (Entry 3)
Take your writing ̨Íåswag to the next level with these ESOL classes. Improve your written English and feel more confident in a variety of everyday situations. This ESOL writing course can teach you important ̨Íåswag to study or write good CVs and job applications.
This ESOL entry 3 writing course builds on ̨Íåswag you learnt at entry 2. Expand your understanding of how to create well-structured texts and polish your spelling and grammar.
This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking & listening.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Fri 21/02/2025Times:12:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:36 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Hannah MitchellCourse code:Q00019112How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:5 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Professional Development: Preparation for Support Work in Schools and Colleges
Get a view into the enriching world of teaching and learning. If you’d like to work in a school, with children directly or in an admin role, this course is the perfect first step. Whether you plan to get a teaching qualification or just want a taster into the school environment, this course can teach you essential ̨Íåswag employers look for in school staff.
In this course you’ll learn foundational concepts for working in a learning environment. It can help you decide whether a job at a school is right for you.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024Times:9:45am - 12:45pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Katherine CroftCourse code:Q00019185How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Pre-Entry Digital ̨Íåswag
Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer ̨Íåswag for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital ̨Íåswag, no matter your current knowledge.
This course is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is all new to you.
Learn to use word processing software and fill out online forms in this Digital ̨Íåswag course. Understand how to use email and search for information online. This digital ̨Íåswag training also teaches you how to shop online securely. You’ll understand online safety and data storage.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Chris GeorgeCourse code:Q00009469How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to £37.00