Art Practical: Progression Arts and Crafts for Health and Wellbeing
Course details
Course code
Q00016833Course date
Number of classes
13 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Rebecca WilliamsFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZ
Level of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
This course is designed to allow you to experiment further using a variety of different skills and techniques. You will be encouraged to work with a variety of materials and resources, including recycled products to produce art or craft work that you enjoy making and that makes you feel proud. You will continue to research and learn about the history behind the skills and the techniques that have been developed over the years, within your chosen art and craft. You will build up your individual knowledge of the best resources and tools to use, together with acknowledging the benefits of the use of recycled materials and resources. You will need to be able to state and justify why you have used certain materials, skills, and techniques to make your pieces. You will explore what you enjoy making and how you can continue to develop your individual techniques and skills. You will have the opportunity to suggest what you want to cover during the course and bring ideas to the class. You will be expected to finish at least one piece of your work and state how you made it.
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What financial support is available?
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We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.
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What other support is available?
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All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.