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Pre-Entry Digital ̨Íåswag: Beginners Part 2

You will learn core ̨Íåswag that boost your confidence, such as emailing files, creating letters, and designing posters. Building on the ̨Íåswag gained in Part 1, this course focuses primarily on Microsoft Word. You will master document formatting, efficient file management, and creative design techniques. By the end of the course, you will be proficient in using Word to produce professional documents, effectively communicate via email, and create visually appealing posters, ensuring you are well-prepared for various digital tasks. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority. Participants must live in Coventry Area Postcodes CV1 to CV6 inclusive.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 20/11/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Watch Charity Ltd (Coventry)
10-12 Victoria Street
Coventry
CV1 5LZ
Tutor:
Shirley Bate
Course code:
Q00015614
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £73.50

Pre-Entry ESOL

This beginner-friendly course is designed for those with little to no prior English experience. Learn essential greetings, basic vocabulary, pronunciation tips, and everyday phrases to navigate simple situations confidently. Course Description: Take Your First Steps Towards English Communication Are you new to the English language? Do you feel overwhelmed by the alphabet and basic greetings? This Pre-Entry ESOL course is your stepping stone to effective communication. This course is funded by the Education ̨Íåswag and Funding Agency.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 20/11/2024 -
Wed 29/01/2025
Times:
10:15am - 12:15pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Littlehampton Jobcentre (Littlehampton)
33 Church Street
Littlehampton
BN17 5ER
Tutor:
Gabriella Russo
Course code:
Q00019771
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Entry Level ESOL (Entry 2): English for Work

This course is suitable with learners who wish to improve their English to get ready to apply for a job, who are unemployed and looking for work and who also have English as a second language. Learners with English as a second language, who are looking for work and receiving benefits and aged 19 plus are eligible. If you are in receipt of work-related benefits. This course will help you to learn basic English to help you to work towards getting the job that you want. You will learn basic English that you can use to apply for jobs and prepare for interviews. This course is funded by the Education ̨Íåswag and Funding Agency.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 20/11/2024 -
Fri 20/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Jane Perrin
Course code:
Q00019814
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£37.00

Award in ESOL ̨Íåswag for Life (Reading) (Entry 3)

Take your reading ̨Íåswag to the next level with these ESOL classes. Feel comfortable reading and understanding different types of texts in English. Improved reading ̨Íåswag can make life in the UK easier for you. This ESOL entry 3 reading course builds on ̨Íåswag you learnt at entry 2. You’ll continue to expand your vocabulary and reading ̨Íåswag. 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 find ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place. This course is funded by Greater Manchester Combined Authority.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 20/11/2024 -
Fri 28/02/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Alice Lynden
Course code:
Q00015829
How you'll learn:
Online and in venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

WEA Membership

WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!

Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Craft: Holiday Zentangle Patterns

In this calming, meditative drawing workshop, you will have the opportunity to create intricate holiday-themed Zentangle designs on a paper. This workshop is designed to promote relaxation and mindfulness, allowing you to unwind as they explore the art of Zentangle. You will learn basic Zentangle techniques, such as creating simple shapes and lines, and discover how to transform these elements into festive patterns that capture the holiday spirit. By the end of the session, you will leave with beautifully adorned creations, embodying both your artistic expression and the joy of the season.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 21/11/2024 -
Thu 21/11/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abbie Cairns
Course code:
Q00019873
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40

Care 2: Try relaxation techniques for stress management

All our Care2 courses are completely free for unpaid carers (or those who have previously been carers). You do not need to receive a carer's allowance to qualify. If you are unsure, please contact our call centre advisors who will be able to assist you. Modern society is often fast - paced causing many of us to feel overwhelmed and stressed, learning to relax is an effective tool to support stress management. This course is suitable for anyone - if you want to learn how to really relax, this course is ideal for you, and you are encouraged to join. You will learn to recognise how simple relaxation techniques can help you to relieve your own symptoms of stress. You will be guided through the practice of calming breathing techniques and gentle movements that ease tension in the body. Each session will end with a guided Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation practice) that will encourage deep rest of both mind and body.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 21/11/2024 -
Thu 28/11/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nicola Bailey
Course code:
Q00018563
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Healthy Living: Yoga Nidra with seated yoga for the run up to Christmas with Georgia

If you find the run up the Christmas stressful, join me for this yoga nidra session. Yoga Nidra translates to Yogic Sleep. It’s a deeply restful Yoga practice, and a very effective way to rest and restore at the end of the day. If you want to manage stress and anxiety and reduce fatigue, we’ve got you covered! Yoga Nidra with Georgia offers you the tools, time and space you need to manage stress and open yourself up to a place of stillness, calm and deep relaxation. Yoga Nidra helps you to easily drift into a clam and meditative state from a place of comfort and ease.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 21/11/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024
Times:
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Georgia Daniel
Course code:
Q00019838
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £29.60

Literature: Children’s Fantasy Novels

Interested in children's fantasy novels? This day school delves into classics like J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit, Ursula K. LeGuin's A Wizard of Earthsea, and J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan. No need to read the entire novels; we'll focus on specific chapters. Explore the literary significance and themes of these works, and discuss their lasting legacy. Resources will be available on Canvas for pre- and post-session reflection. The day combines tutor presentations with group discussions, connecting the novels to broader cultural contexts and examining how fiction relates to the real world.

Course Information

Dates:
Sat 23/11/2024 -
Sat 23/11/2024
Times:
10:30am - 4:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Norwich Millennium Library (Norwich)
Millennium Library
The Forum, Millennium Plain
Norwich
NR2 1AW
Tutor:
James Clarke
Course code:
Q00017990
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £25.20

Multiply - Maths for Work

This Multiply Maths for Work course, is designed to help you build confidence in everyday math ̨Íåswag. You'll learn how to solve practical problems using basic math, like adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing. We'll cover topics such as working with percentages, fractions, and measurements, all with real-life examples. The course is perfect for those who want to improve their math for work, study, or daily tasks. By the end, you'll feel more prepared to tackle math in real-world situations. This course is suitable for beginners and anyone needing a refresher.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 25/11/2024 -
Mon 13/01/2025
Times:
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Marlene Clarke-Davis
Course code:
Q00019479
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Maths for Work (Multiply)

Here at the WEA we believe in bringing education within reach of everyone. Our maths for work course is designed to give everyone the opportunity to learn and develop the essential numeracy ̨Íåswag they need to succeed at any age. This course is aimed at employed people looking to improve their Maths ̨Íåswag to help them at work. We want to help people to improve their ability to understand and use maths in daily life. This Maths for work course is an opportunity to learn new ̨Íåswag to support you no matter what role you play in work. You will be able to understand how to use new maths ̨Íåswag to support you in your career progression but these ̨Íåswag can also be used to support your children's homework, along with managing finances and using Maths in daily life at home too.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 25/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Derek Robinson
Course code:
Q00019269
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free