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Professional Development: The Secrets of Investigative Journalism
If you wonder how people uncover information in the public interest that would usually remain in the dark, this course on investigative journalism is for you.
This introductory course highlights the skills needed by investigative journalists when they conduct public interest investigations. Participants explore ways of reporting and editing stories, especially those which usually go unreported.
The course will cover definitions of investigative journalism; how to find and plan an investigative story and which sources might be available. It gives a brief introduction to some of the legal and regulatory aspects of journalism.
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Dates:Wed 22/01/2025 -
Wed 05/03/2025Times:6:30pm - 8:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Rebecca Eliahoo CharlesCourse code:Q00018052How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
Professional Development: Introduction to Counselling
To explore the basics of counselling and the profession and discuss how skills in counselling could support interactions in the workplace.
We will examine a range of core counselling skills including 3 core conditions and analyse how these skills can be used in a helping relationship.
Located in a relaxed and friendly environment, this course is ideal for those looking to start a career in counselling and a step towards further/higher education or employment.
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Dates:Thu 23/01/2025 -
Thu 03/04/2025Location:Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EYCourse code:Q00009661How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £42.00
Manging stress, fatigue and overwhelm
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:Fri 24/01/2025 -
Fri 14/02/2025Location:Kings Quarter
The Forum, NEM House
37-41 Clarence Street
Gloucester
GL1 1EACourse code:Q00017033How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Confidence to Learn: Get ready for Maths Level 1
This course is designed to prepare learners for the Functional Skills Level 1 Maths qualification. It covers essential mathematical concepts and practical problem-solving skills needed for everyday situations. Topics include basic arithmetic, fractions, decimals, percentages, simple algebra, geometry, and data handling. Through interactive lessons, real-life examples, and practice exercises, students will build confidence and competence in using maths effectively. Ideal for those seeking to enhance their employment prospects or further their education, this course offers comprehensive support to help students achieve success in their Level 1 Maths assessments. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority. This course is held at the Dolphin Women's Centre and so is only for female learners.
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Dates:Fri 24/01/2025 -
Fri 11/04/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Dolphin Women's Centre (Birmingham)
Ward End Park
Washwood Heath Road
Birmingham
B8 2HBTutor:Humera MehrbanCourse code:Q00017615How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £115.50
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Pre-Entry Digital Skills
Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer skills 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 skills, 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 Skills course. Understand how to use email and search for information online. This digital skills training also teaches you how to shop online securely. You’ll understand online safety and data storage
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Dates:Fri 24/01/2025 -
Fri 21/03/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:9 sessionsLocation:Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EYTutor:Taaziz GradaCourse code:Q00013096How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £67.20
Employability for Schools
In this course you will learn about the responsibilities and expectations required of school staff as well as understand employment options available. This will enable you to make informed choices about the work experience and longer term schools based employment options available to you. You will also learn about the behaviour and responsibilities expected of school staff.
Schools benefit from a variety of different staff that support the learning and welfare of pupils. In addition to the main teacher in each classroom, there are many other jobs inside and outside of lessons that contribute to how a school runs and how pupils learn. These jobs are typically called support roles, and make up half of the workforce in schools.
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Dates:Mon 27/01/2025 -
Wed 29/01/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:3 sessionsLocation:St Pauls Learning Centre (Bristol)
94 Grosvenor Road
St Pauls
Bristol
BS2 8XJTutor:Andrew ReadCourse code:Q00011604How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £30.00
Professional Development: Food safety
Food Safety is so important in food preparation. If caterers, chefs and wait staff are not adequately trained they can present huge health risks to the community. If you help out in a community or voluntary role, you may need to work with food. Understanding the safe handling of food is key to preventing infections and ensuring proper hygiene. Food safety courses are useful if you do any kind of charity or voluntary work that involves handling food. Whether you help prepare lunches at a community centre or collaborate with a food bank, this knowledge can help you ensure hygiene measures are followed.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Mon 27/01/2025 -
Mon 03/02/2025Times:9:15am - 11:15amDuration:2 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Marlene Clarke-DavisCourse code:Q00015560How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £16.80
Literature: Secrets of investigative journalism
If you wonder how people uncover information in the public interest that would usually remain in the dark, this course on investigative journalism is for you. This introductory course highlights the skills needed by investigative journalists when they conduct public interest investigations. Participants explore ways of reporting and editing stories, especially those which usually go unreported. The course will cover definitions of investigative journalism; how to find and plan an investigative story and which sources might be available. It gives a brief introduction to some of the legal and regulatory aspects of journalism.
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Dates:Thu 30/01/2025 -
Thu 13/03/2025Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Hockliffe Street Baptist Church
33 Hockliffe Street
Leighton Buzzard
LU7 1EZTutor:Rebecca Eliahoo CharlesCourse code:Q00019164How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges Level 2
If you enjoy the buzz of learning environments, this qualification can teach you key skills for employment in a school or college. This government-funded course prepares you for a variety of roles. It provides the basic skills and knowledge necessary to work in admin, technical, or support roles in a learning environment.
Studying support work in schools at level 2 can be a first step towards working with kids in teaching positions. It also provides you with the qualifications needed to work in admin at schools. No matter what role you’re interested in, this course can teach you skills for employability in schools and colleges.
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Dates:Fri 31/01/2025 -
Fri 27/06/2025Location:Ann Tayler Children's Centre (Hackney)
1-13 Triangle Road
Off Westgate Street
Hackney
E8 3RPCourse code:Q00017734How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Art Appreciation: Artistic Communities
The reasons behind founding an artist community in the UK, from identifying some of their famous residents to the subject matter and art movements they are associated with. This course will cover the art communities in St Ives and Newlyn in England, Kirkcudbright and Cockburnspath in Scotland, Betws-y-Coed in Wales, Northern Ireland Muralist in Belfast and Londonderry, and ending with the Black Art Movement and the growth of online art communities.
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Dates:Sat 01/02/2025 -
Sat 15/03/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:The Drive Methodist Church (Redbridge)
Eastern Avenue
Redbridge
IG4 5ABTutor:Jolanta JagielloCourse code:Q00017560How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £60.00