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Multiply: Maths for Construction ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ
This Multiply Maths for Construction ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ course builds essential numeracy skills tailored for those in or aspiring to join the construction sector. Spanning six 2-hour sessions, this course covers practical applications such as measurement conversions, area and perimeter calculations, and mixing ratios, all within a construction context. By focusing on real-world examples, learners gain confidence using maths to enhance accuracy and efficiency in their work.
This course is funded by West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Thu 28/11/2024 -
Thu 16/01/2025Times:2:30pm - 4:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Andy DowdCourse code:Q00019679How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Multiply: Maths for Support workers in School
This Multiply: Maths for Support ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ in Schools course provides essential maths skills tailored for support staff in school settings. Across six sessions, learners will gain confidence in practical numeracy areas like basic maths, fractions, percentages, measurement, and data interpretation. Each session connects mathematical concepts to real-life tasks, enabling participants to support children's learning effectively and enhance classroom engagement.
This course is funded by West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Thu 28/11/2024 -
Thu 16/01/2025Times:9:00am - 11:00amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Andy DowdCourse code:Q00019677How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
History: Daily Life in Ancient Egypt
From work, play, education, games, birth, death, love and punishment - this course will explore the evidence for the daily life of individuals and the elite in ancient Egypt. We will look at the map of the region and follow the Nile down. We will explore Egyptian chronology, urban life, temples and pictures depicting the religious life of the people.
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Dates:Fri 29/11/2024 -
Fri 29/11/2024Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St Lawrence Parish Rooms (Winchester)
Colebrook Street
Winchester
SO23 9LHTutor:John BillmanCourse code:Q00017610How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
Keeping track of your finances digitally: financial literacy
This course empowers you to take control of your finances using digital tools and build a strong foundation in financial literacy. In today's digital age, there are numerous apps and software programs designed to simplify money management. This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to leverage these tools effectively, transforming your financial well-being.
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Dates:Fri 29/11/2024 -
Fri 20/12/2024Times:10:30am - 1:30pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Derek RobinsonCourse code:Q00016639How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Managing Stress and Anxiety
Would you like to learn techniques to relax and wind down?
When we’re stressed or anxious it’s hard to feel calm. Anxiety affects over 8 million people in the UK at any time. But you don’t have to live with constant stress or anxiety. There are simple techniques you can learn to manage it.
This stress management course is ideal if you want to learn habits to reduce stress and anxiety. It can help you lead a healthier and fuller life
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Dates:Fri 29/11/2024 -
Fri 13/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:Leicestershire Recovery College (Groby)
C/O Bradgare Unit
Glenfield Hospital Site
Groby
LE3 9EJTutor:Harsha KotechaCourse code:Q00017260How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
Art Appreciation: Portraits through the Ages
The portrait has flourished as an art form from the ancient world to the present day and this innovative course will explore its continuing popularity. We shall study not only the painted face and figure but a variety of formats and formulae, from statuary to pendant medals and miniatures, and study artists as diverse as Holbein, Titian, Gainsborough, Singer Sargent and Francis Bacon. We include a reflection on the place of the photograph in this history of portraiture: was this new invention to prove a help or a hindrance to the creation of the modern portrait? This is a course for everyone who enjoys looking at paintings and no previous reading is required
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Dates:Sat 30/11/2024 -
Sat 30/11/2024Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Reading International Solidarity Centre
35-39 London Street
Reading
RG1 4PSTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017297How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:5 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
Music Appreciation: History of the Saxophone
The saxophone was invented by the Belgian instrument maker Adolphe Sax in the early 1840s. In this course we will look at the history of the saxophone and the various different types of saxophone. We will look at the part the sax has played in a wide range of musical genres including classical music (concert bands, chamber music, solo repertoire, and occasionally orchestras), military bands, marching bands, jazz (big bands and jazz combos), and contemporary music. The various genres will be demonstrated with music played live by the course tutor – a professional saxophonist.
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Dates:Sat 30/11/2024 -
Sat 30/11/2024Times:11:00am - 3:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Feering Community Centre (Feering)
Coggeshall Road
Feering
CO5 9QBTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00019797How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £15.00
Textiles and Fashion: Level 2 Textiles and Dressmaking
Welcome to the Level 2 Textiles and Dressmaking Course! This course is for those who know basic sewing and want to learn more and those completing the Level 1 Dressmaking course. You will improve your sewing skills and learn about different fabrics. We will teach you advanced techniques like darts, pleats, and zippers. You will also learn to design simple clothing items and make more detailed projects. Our helpful tutor will support you as you create your own clothes. By the end, you will have made several garments and be ready for more advanced dressmaking challenges. ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ us and take your skills to the next level!
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Dates:Mon 02/12/2024 -
Thu 09/01/2025Times:12:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Tracey SweetmanCourse code:Q00017056How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £105.00
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:Mon 02/12/2024 -
Wed 02/04/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:30 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Heena AjmalCourse code:Q00018317How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Care 2: Staying calm at Christmas
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.
If you find Christmas stressful, why not treat yourself or a loved one to a gift of health and wellbeing?
Have you ever been interested in helping yourself holistically?
This course will take you through the fascinating art of reflexology where we will explore the roots and history of this amazing subject.
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Dates:Mon 02/12/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024Times:10:00am - 11:30amDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Georgia DanielCourse code:Q00019075How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free