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2017-2018 Course DirectoryTerm 3

Staffordshire County Council’s Adult and Community Learning Service works with a range of learning providers across the county to deliver innovative, stimulating and engaging Community Learning programmes for adults using, where appropriate, informal community-based venues. This wide range of learning activities and courses help to improve the lives of Staffordshire residents

Community Learning encompasses programmes and activities covering a spectrum of learning including:

First Steps to Employability courses targeted at adults below level 2 who have not recently engaged in learning and/or are unemployed who want to improve their chances of finding work

STEM Preparatory programmes in Science, Technology Engineering and/or Mathematics, leading to further study or employment in these sectors

Functional Skills courses for adults who lack essential skills in English, maths or Information Technology and do not want to or are not yet ready to enrol on an accredited course

Leisure or recreational courses for adults who wish to develop a skill, acquire knowledge, pursue an interest for the purpose of cultural enrichment, intellectual or creative stimulation and improve health and fitness

Programmes for adults with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, and/or those with enduring mental ill health which include leisure, first steps to functional skills provision

Community Learning Trust Responsiveness Fund (CLTRF) which offers local grants for the delivery of needs led adult learning programmes

Family programmes which include Wider Family Learning (WFL) and Family English, Maths and Language (FEML) which aim to encourage family members to learn together

Wider Family Learning Grants for schools to deliver family learning programmes which are designed to enable adults and children to learn together or help adults to support their children’s learning.

The Service aims to be responsive to the needs of the community, whilst delivering high quality and cost effective outcomes and operating within the regulations and guidance of the relevant funding bodies and inspectorates.

For more details on the courses we offer, please go to https://apps2.staffordshire.gov.uk/scc/eventscalendar

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Districts Cannock East Staffordshire Lichfield Newcastle South Staffordshire Stafford StaffordshireMoorlands TamworthProvider Contacts

We are not responsible for the scheduling of these courses. All learners must contact the providers to confirm availability of courses and joining arrangements.

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District: CANNOCK

District: EAST STAFFORDSHIRE

CARE 4 SEASONS RURAL ACTIVITIES/WELLBEING

COURSE

COOKING AROUND THE WORLD

E3 AWARD IN IT

MAKE YOUR OWN WOODEN MILKING STOOL

NATURAL SPRING CRAFTS ONLINE BASICS E2

ONLINE BASICS E3 PARENTING COURSE SIMPLY PLAY FOR BABIES

SPOON CARVING WORKSHOP

STORY CRAFTSART FOR LIFE

(REFERRAL ONLY)

ENGLISH MADE FUN MATHS MADE FUN SUMMER TIME COOKING

OPPORTUNITIES ON MY DOORSTEP

CLOSER 2 WORKESOL SPEAKING AND

LISTENINGHEALTHY COOK & EAT

HEALTHY LIFESTYLESHEALTHY LIFESTYLES

TASTERHEALTHY MINDS & SOULS

HEART TO HEART 10 - 14

HEART TO HEART BABIES

HEART TO HEART TODDLERS

HENNA ART LET'S TALK MATHS LETS TALK TOGETHER

LETS TALK WITH YOUR BABY MAKING TRACKS PARENTING COURSE

SIMPLY PLAY SIMPLY PLAY FOR BABIES YOUR SCHOOL READY CHILD

District: CANNOCK

District: CANNOCK

District: LICHFIELD

District: NEWCASTLE

10 WEEK EQUESTRIAN SKILLSART FOR LIFE

(REFERRAL ONLY)ART FOR LIFE PROGRESSION

ART HISTORYCOMPUTING

FOR THE BEGINNERCREATIVE ART & CRAFTS

WORKSHOP

CREATIVE ART PAINTING & DRAWING BEGINNERS

CREATIVE ART PAINTING & DRAWING INTERMEDIATE

CREATIVE WRITING

DAPPY DATA BASESDRAWING & PAINTING

BEGINNERSDRAWING & PAINTING

INTERMEDIATE

ENGLISH FOR WORK ENTRY 2 IT USER SKILLS ENTRY 3 IT USER SKILLS

FLOWERS FOR OCCASIONS FRENCH BEGINNERS TERM 3 FRENCH CONVERSATION

FRENCH INTERMEDIATE FUN FLORISTRY HOLIDAY FRENCH

HOLIDAY ITALIAN HOLIDAY SPANISHINTRODUCTION TO

BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE

INTRODUCTION TO FLORISTRY

ITALIAN BEGINNERS TERM 2 ITALIAN BEGINNERS TERM 3

ITALIAN CONVERSATIONLEARNING VOLUNTEERING

AND WORKPLACE EQUESTRIAN SKILLS

LIFE DRAWING

OIL AND ACRYLIC PAINTING ONLINE PLUS PARENTING COURSE

PHOTOGRAPHY & PHOTOSHOP ADVANCED

PHOTOGRAPHY & PHOTOSHOP INTERMEDIATE

PHOTOGRAPHY 1

PHOTOGRAPHY 2PRE ESOL ENGLISH FOR

WORKSOFT FURNISHINGS

AND SEWING

SPANISH BEGINNERS TERM 2 SPANISH BEGINNERS TERM 3 SPANISH INTERMEDIATE

STABLE CARE AND HORSE MANAGEMENT (8 WEEK)

BASIC ENTRY LEVEL 2

WATERCOLOUR PAINTING - BEGINNERS

BANANA DRAMA E2 AWARD IN IT USER SKILLS E3 AWARD IN IT

GET UP GET OUT GET IN HEALTHY LIFESTYLES LETS COOK TOGETHER

LETS TALK TOGETHER LEVEL 1 AWARD IN ITOPPORTUNITIES ON MY

DOORSTEP

SIMPLY PLAYVERBAL CHILDREN

WITH ASD

District: SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE

District: STAFFORD

ALLOTMENT WEEK ART BEGINNERS CH07ART INTERMEDIATE USING

YOUR OWN MEDIA CH20

CARE 4 SEASONS FIRST STEPS TO EMPLOYABILITY

CARE 4 SEASONS RURAL ACTIVITIES/WELLBEING

COURSECOMPUTING FOR BEGINNERS

COOKING FOR THE BEGINNERDELICIOUS DESSERTS &

PUDDINGSDRAWING & PAINTING

BEGINNERS

ENTRY 2 IPAD ENTRY 2 IT USER SKILLS ENTRY 3 IT USER SKILLS

GARDEN DESIGN HOLIDAY FRENCH HOLIDAY ITALIAN

HOLIDAY ITALIAN CH17 HOLIDAY SPANISHHOME MAINTENANCE MADE

EASY DIY

INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE

INTRODUCTION TO FLORISTRY

INTRODUCTION TO HERBAL REMEDIES

ITALIAN FOR BEGINNERS CH10

LOVE TO LOSE COOKING FOR HEALTH

MAKE YOUR OWN BEAN WIGWAM

MAKE YOUR OWN BIRD FEEDERS

MAKE YOUR OWN FLOWER TRUG

MAKE YOUR OWN FRAME BASKET

MAKE YOUR OWN SHAVE HORSE

MAY DAY SURVIVAL SKILLS PCDL

PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS

PLUMBING FOR THE BEGINNER

PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY

PRE-SCHOOL NATURE CRAFTS

PRE-SCHOOL NATURE CRAFTS TASTER

SIMPLY PLAY FOR BABIES

SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS TERM 2

SPANISH BEGINNERS TERM 3 THERAPEUTIC YOGA CH01

WATERCOLOUR PAINTING FOR BEGINNERS

WOODWORKING FOR THE GARDEN

YOGA CH04

YOGA CH23

BEGINNERS IT CHANGE IN ME - SOCIAL HISTORY AND CULTURE

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT (COHORT 2)

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT (COHORT 3)

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS MATHS (COHORT 2)

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS MATHS (COHORT 3)

GEOGRAPHY AND CULTURE OF THE UK

HEALTH, WELLBEING AND LIVING IN THE WIDER WORLD

HEALTHY AND SAFETY AT HOME

MORE THAN WORDS ON THE WAY TO WORK ONLINE BASICS E2

ONLINE BASICS E3 PARENTING COURSE SIMPLY PLAY FOR BABIES

STAYING SAFE ON THE INTERNET

THE COUNTRYSIDE PROJECT FOR HEALTH AND WELLBEING

COURSE 4VERBAL CHILDREN WITH ASD

District: STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS

District: TAMWORTH

ART - ACRYLIC PAINTING FOR BEGINNERS

ART/CRAFT BEGINNER'S SIGN LANGUAGE

BEGINNERS SPANISH FOR HOLIDAYS

FLORISTRY TECHNIQUES FRENCH - NEXT STAGE

INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELLING SKILLS

INTRODUCTION TO STAINED GLASS

ITALIAN CONVERSATION - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

ITALIAN CONVERSATION FOR BEGINNERS

MORE THAN WORDS POTTERY

SIMPLY PLAYTHE BASICS OF PHOTOGRAPHY

DRESSMAKING/SOFT FURNISHINGS

ENTRY 2 IT USER SKILLS ENTRY 3 IT USER SKILLS

FAMILY SUMMER CRAFTSFLOWERS FOR ALL

OCCASIONSHOLIDAY ITALIAN

HOLIDAY SPANISH LEVEL 1 IT USER SKILLS ONLINE PLUS IPAD

ONLINE PLUS PHOTOS PARENTING COURSEPHOTOGRAPHY &

PHOTOSHOP INTERMEDIATE

SIMPLY PLAY SPANISH BEGINNERS SPANISH BEGINNERS TERM 3

YOUR SCHOOL READY CHILD

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COURSE TITLE: CARE 4 Seasons Rural Activities/Wellbeing Course

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course provides an opportunity for learners to raise self-confidence and self-esteem and to learn new skills by taking part in positive activities in a relaxed, informal rural environment. Activities include arts and crafts, horticulture, willow weaving, wire sculpture to create a sensory wellbeing garden at venue.

CANNOCK COURSE DATES: First Day Last Day Time No. of

SessionsDelivery Day (s)

Fees Venue

18/04/2018 16/05/2018 3:30pm - 6:30pm 5 Wednesday No Chasewood Centre, Longford Road, Cannock, Staffs WS11 1RJ

HOW TO BOOK: Chase Aqua Rural Enterprisewww.chaseaquaruralenterprise.comcarolparkes@chaseaquaruralenterprise.com07772 273033

COURSE TITLE: CARE 4 Seasons Rural Activities/Wellbeing Course

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course provides an opportunity for learners to raise self-confidence and self-esteem and to learn new skills by taking part in positive activities in a relaxed, informal rural environment. Activities include arts and crafts, animal care, horticulture, photography, cooking, wellbeing walks, conservation, woodcraft, willow weaving and watercolour art.



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16/04/2018 14/05/2018 10am - 1pm 5 Monday No St Aidens Church, Albert Street, Broomhill, West Chadsmoor WS11 5RL

SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE COURSE DATES: First Day Last Day Time No. of


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12/04/2018 17/05/2018 10am - 3pm 6 Thursday No Chase Aqua Rural Enterprise, Lower Drayton Lane, Penkridge ST19 5RE

22/05/2018 26/06/2018 10am - 3pm 6 Tuesday No Chase Aqua Rural Enterprise, Lower Drayton Lane, Penkridge ST19 5RE

HOW TO BOOK: Chase Aqua Rural Enterprisewww.chaseaquaruralenterprise.comcarolparkes@chaseaquaruralenterprise.com07772 273033

COURSE TITLE: E3 Award in IT

COURSE OVERVIEW: Beginners IT Course



Fees Venue

03/06/2018 04/07/2018 10am - 1:30pm 8 Wednesday Yes Cannock Library, Manor Avenue, Cannock WS11 1AA


NEWCASTLE COURSE DATES: First Day Last Day Time No. of


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16/04/2018 22/05/2018 1:30pm - 4:30pm 8 Monday Yes Newcastle Library, 47 Ironmarket, Newcastle ST5 1AT


02/06/2018 29/06/2018 10am - 1pm 8 Friday Yes Kidsgrove Library, Meadows Road, Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent ST7 1BS

HOW TO BOOK: Adult and Community Learning Service Direct Delivery Unitwww.staffordshire.gov.uk/education/[email protected] 334537

COURSE TITLE: Cooking around the world

COURSE OVERVIEW: Learn basic cooking skills with a world wide theme. Looking at low cost healthy recipes that students can make themselves at home.



Fees Venue

27/02/2018 08/05/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 10 Tuesday No West Chadsmoor Family Centre, 98-100 Princess Street, West Chadsmoor WS11 5JT

HOW TO BOOK: West Chadsmoor Family Centre

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COURSE TITLE: Make your own Wooden Milking Stool

COURSE OVERVIEW: Try your hand at woodworking to create your own milking stool



Fees Venue

16/05/2018 29/06/2018 10am - 3:30pm 2 Yes Museum of Cannock Chase, Valley Road, Hednesford. Cannock WS12 1TD

HOW TO BOOK: Forest of Mercia [email protected] 120117

COURSE TITLE: Natural Spring Crafts

COURSE OVERVIEW: Seasonal, natural crafting fun!



Fees Venue

25/05/2018 22/06/2018 12:30pm - 3pm 4 Yes Rugeley Library, 12 Anson Street. Rugeley WS15 2BB


COURSE TITLE: Online Basics E3




Fees Venue

18/04/2018 06/06/2018 1pm - 3:30pm 8 Wednesday Yes Cannock Library, Manor Avenue, Cannock WS11 1AA

STAFFORD COURSE DATES: First Day Last Day Time No. of


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18/04/2018 06/06/2018 9:30am - 12pm 8 Wednesday Yes Holmcroft Library, Holmcroft Road, Stafford ST16 1JG


COURSE TITLE: Online Basics E2




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19/04/2018 24/05/2018 9:30am - 12pm 6 Thursday Yes Rugeley Library, 12 Anson Street, Rugeley WS15 2BB



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19/04/2018 24/05/2018 1pm - 3:30pm 6 Thursday Yes Rising Brook Library, Merrey Road, Stafford ST17 9LX


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COURSE TITLE: Parenting Course

COURSE OVERVIEW: A course for learners who lack confidence and self esteem. To develop their parenting skills, maths, English and I.T skills. To provide strategies and support to individual families to enable them to become more resilient.



Fees Venue

03/05/2018 28/06/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 8 Thursday No Cannock Children’s Centre, Cannock Road, Cannock WS11 5BU

EAST STAFFORDSHIRE COURSE DATES: First Day Last Day Time No. of


Fees Venue

03/05/2018 28/06/2018 12:45pm - 2:45pm 8 Thursday No East Staffordshire Children’s Centre, Waterloo Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2NJ

LICHFIELD COURSE DATES: First Day Last Day Time No. of


Fees Venue

01/05/2018 26/06/2018 1pm - 3pm 8 Tuesday No Spark Bright Beginnings, Mossbank Road, Burntwood WS7 4UN

02/05/2018 27/06/2018 1pm - 3pm 8 Wednesday No Charnwood Children’s Centre, Lichfield WS13 7PH



Fees Venue

23/04/2018 09/07/2018 1pm - 3pm 8 Monday No Silkmore Children’s Centre, Exeter Street, Stafford ST17 4EG

TAMWORTH COURSE DATES: First Day Last Day Time No. of


Fees Venue

23/04/2018 25/06/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 8 Monday No Glascote Children’s Centre, Hawksworth, Glascote, Tamworth B77 2ER

HOW TO BOOK: Families Firstn/[email protected] 233400

COURSE TITLE: Simply Play for Babies

COURSE OVERVIEW: A course for learners with a baby 0-12 months, who would like to know more about how their child will grow and develop, how they can support their learning and increase their knowledge of development in their babies first year. A course to develop the attachment between learner and baby with opportunities to develop new skills for both.



Fees Venue

03/05/2018 12/07/2018 1pm - 3pm 10 Thursday No Cannock Children’s Centre, Cannock Road, Cannock WS11 5BU



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02/05/2018 11/07/2018 1pm - 3pm 10 Wednesday No East Staffordshire Children’s Centre, Waterloo Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2NJ



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01/05/2018 10/07/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Tuesday No Landywood Children’s Centre, Great Wyrley, Walsall WS6 6AQ



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23/04/2018 25/06/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Monday No Silkmore Children’s Centre, Exeter Street, Stafford ST17 4EG


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COURSE TITLE: Spoon Carving Workshop

COURSE OVERVIEW: Learn basic knife skills to create a wooden spoon to take home



Fees Venue

30/04/2018 14/05/2018 10am - 3:30pm 2 Yes Museum of Cannock Chase, Valley Road, Hednesford. Cannock WS12 1TD


COURSE TITLE: Art for Life (Referral Only)

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is a referral course for people who are recovering from a mental or physical illness. This is a short course which will enable students to develop their creative abilities. The course will introduce them to basic art techniques and different materials.



Fees Venue

18/04/2018 27/06/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Wednesday Yes Cannock Library, Manor Avenue, Cannock WS11 1AA



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17/04/2018 26/06/2018 1:30pm - 3:30pm 10 Tuesday No Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG

HOW TO BOOK: South Staffordshire Collegewww.southstaffs.ac.uk/community-educationn/a03004 562424

COURSE TITLE: English Made Fun

COURSE OVERVIEW: Are you an Adult who is struggling with English? Would you like to improve your knowledge the fun way in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere? This course will help to develop your confidence and self-esteem when it comes to words and reading skills



Fees Venue

19/04/2018 28/06/2018 1pm - 3pm 10 Thursday Yes Hednesford Pavillions, Valley Road, Hednesford WS12 1QR


COURSE TITLE: Maths Made Fun

COURSE OVERVIEW: Are you an Adult who is struggling with Maths ? Would you like to improve your knowledge the fun way in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere? This course will help to develop your confidence and self-esteem when it comes to numbers and formula



Fees Venue

19/04/2018 28/06/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Thursday Yes Hednesford Pavillions, Valley Road, Hednesford WS12 1QR


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COURSE TITLE: Story Crafts

COURSE OVERVIEW: A Family Learning programme encourages adults and children to learn together. These courses are for families so they can learn together. The children attend with their parents, grandparents or a responsible adult the whole family can enjoy learning together



Fees Venue

07/03/2018 23/05/2018 12:30pm - 2:30pm 10 Wednesday No West Chadsmoor Family Centre, 98-100 Princess Street, West Chadsmoor WS11 5JT

20/04/2018 18/05/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 5 Friday Yes Cannock Children’s Centre, Cannock Road, Cannock WS15 2FH

08/06/2018 06/07/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 5 Friday Yes Cannock Children’s Centre, Cannock Road, Cannock WS15 2FH


COURSE TITLE: Summer time cooking

COURSE OVERVIEW: The Sessions focus on cooking-related activities and promoting cookery skills with children and their families with a summer theme focusing on Healthy Eating



Fees Venue

16/04/2018 25/06/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 10 Monday Yes Cannock Children’s Centre, Cannock Road, Cannock WS15 2FH

16/04/2018 25/06/2018 11:30am - 1:30pm 10 Monday Yes Cannock Children’s Centre, Cannock Road, Cannock WS15 2FH


COURSE TITLE: Closer 2 Work

COURSE OVERVIEW: Learners will learn how to create a CV, job search using internet and draft covering letters. Learners will also participate in 1 to 1 interview practice and role play activities to pick up key interview techniques and boost their confidence. The course will include equality, diversity and British values embedded into the learning and there will be a range of TLA activities, for example: Pair work, demo, Q+A discussion group work and to develop basic skills of speaking, listening, reading, writing, ICT and numeracy.



Fees Venue

12/03/2018 09/05/2018 12:30pm - 2:30pm 14 Monday No Princess Street Training Education & Enterprise Centre, 25-28 Princess Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2NW

HOW TO BOOK: Princess Street Training Education & Enterprise Centrewww.princesstrainingcentre.org.ukinfo@princesstrainingcentre.org.uk01283 511111

COURSE TITLE: Opportunities on my doorstep

COURSE OVERVIEW: An introduction to STEM contextualised for specific local industries designed to spark new ideas and ambitions. Specific topics might include robotics, programming, physics in design, waste processing, chemical engineering. Student research and field trips, including opportunities to speak to employers and workers about their journeys into STEM fields, will bring home the relevance of classroom learning and experimental activities and the course will include planning of next steps.

CANNOCK CHASE COURSE DATES: First Day Last Day Time No. of


Fees Venue

24/04/2018 11/05/2018 10am - 2pm 9 Tuesday No The Longford Centre, Longford Road, Cannock WS11 1QN





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14/05/2018 05/06/2018 9:30am - 3pm 6 Monday No Silverdale Community Centre, Park Rd, Silverdale, Newcastle, Staffs ST5 6LL

18/06/2018 03/07/2018 9:30am - 3pm 6 Monday No Silverdale Community Centre, Park Rd, Silverdale, Newcastle, Staffs ST5 6LL

HOW TO BOOK: Workers Education Association West Midlands [email protected] 033464

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COURSE TITLE: ESOL speaking and listening

COURSE OVERVIEW: Beginners ESOL Course



Fees Venue

16/04/2018 30/08/2018 10am - 1:30pm 18 Monday Yes Burton Library, Riverside, High Street, Burton on Trent DE14 1AH

16/04/2018 30/08/2018 3:30pm - 5:30pm 40 Monday Yes Burton Library, Riverside, High Street, Burton on Trent DE14 1AH

17/04/2018 22/05/2018 10am - 2:30pm 6 Tuesday Yes Support Staffordshire Voluntary Services Centre, Union Street, Burton DE14 1AA

11/06/2018 23/10/2018 12:30pm - 2:30pm 16 Monday Yes East Staffordshire Children’s Centre, Waterloo Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2NJ


COURSE TITLE: Healthy Cook & Eat

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course aims to educate and provide an introduction to learners about healthy eating and wellbeing, providing them with the skills and knowledge that can be applied at home and helping friends and family. Learners will experiment and explore healthy recipe ideas as an alternative to their usual favourite meals and treats. Instructions will be given throughout the course with emphasis on health and safety issues.



Fees Venue

13/03/2018 26/06/2018 5pm - 7pm 14 Thursday No Princess Street Training Education & Enterprise Centre, 25-28 Princess Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2NW


COURSE TITLE: Healthy Lifestyles

COURSE OVERVIEW: A introduction to the healthy eating/ lifestyles course for parents. Learn how to live a healthy lifestyle and prepare and cook healthy snacks and meals. Gain a basic understanding on how to plan and produce healthy meals on a budget. Try new craft activities which can easily be reproduced at home.



Fees Venue

08/05/2018 26/06/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 7 Tuesday No East Staffordshire Children’s Centre, Waterloo Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2NJ



Fees Venue

03/05/2018 03/05/2018 12:30pm - 2:30pm 1 Thursday No Homestart Newcastle, Cornerstone, High Street, Newcastle ST5 6BX

10/05/2018 28/06/2018 12:30pm - 2:30pm 7 Thursday No Homestart Newcastle, Cornerstone, High Street, Newcastle ST5 6BX


COURSE TITLE: Healthy Lifestyles Taster

COURSE OVERVIEW: A introduction to the healthy eating/ lifestyles course for parents. Learn how to live a healthy lifestyle and gain information and advice about the follow on course.



Fees Venue

01/05/2018 01/05/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 1 Tuesday No East Staffordshire Children’s Centre, Waterloo Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2NJ


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COURSE TITLE: Healthy Minds & Souls

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course aims to educate and provide an introduction to learners about physical and mental health and wellbeing, providing them with the skills and knowledge that can be applied in the comfort of their own homes. Learners can dance away their stresses and tensions with fun packed exercises and healthy recipe ideas. Instructions will be given throughout the course with emphasis on health and safety issues. Each week a different exercise technique will be practised.



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15/03/2018 28/06/2018 12:30pm - 2:30pm 14 Wednesday No Princess Street Training Education & Enterprise Centre, 25-28 Princess Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2NW

HOW TO BOOK: Princess Street Training Education & Enterprise Centrewww.princesstrainingcentre.org.ukinfo@princesstrainingcentre.org.uk01283 511111 COURSE TITLE: Heart to Heart 10 - 14

COURSE OVERVIEW: Attachment Parenting Group



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23/04/2018 23/07/2018 3:30pm - 5:30pm 12 Monday No Burton Library, High Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 1AH

HOW TO BOOK: Moonbeams Therapeutic Serviceswww.moonbeamsplaytherapy.co.ukjacqui@moonbeamsplaytherapy.co.uk07393 182381

COURSE TITLE: Heart To Heart Babies




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23/04/2018 23/07/2018 10am - 12pm 12 Monday No Burton Library, High Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 1AH


COURSE TITLE: Heart to Heart Toddlers




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23/04/2018 23/07/2018 1pm - 3pm 12 Monday No Burton Library, High Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 1AH


COURSE TITLE: Henna Art

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course aims to educate and provide an introduction for learners about henna techniques, knowledge and skills allowing learners to release their creativity with the use of henna and fashion trends as well as individual preferences. The course will include how to prepare the henna paste, how to make a cone for applying the henna, basic elements of a design, practising simple designs on paper, building up designs for hands, arms and feet, practising designs on yourself and others. Learners will learn about different skin types and suitable products, various henna tools and how to maintain henna after application for best results. Instructions will be given throughout the course with emphasis on health and safety issues. Each week a different area will be practised involving henna techniques.



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12/03/2018 25/06/2018 5pm - 7pm 14 Monday No Princess Street Training Education & Enterprise Centre, 25-28 Princess Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2NW


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COURSE TITLE: Let’s Talk Maths

COURSE OVERVIEW: A course for learners who would like to brush up on their maths skills, understand how maths is taught in schools and feel more confident in their skills so that they are able to support their child’s learning.



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26/04/2018 28/06/2018 9am - 11am 8 Thursday No Victoria Academy School, Victoria Road, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2LU

02/05/2018 27/06/2018 9am - 11am 8 Wednesday No Anglesey Primary School, Clarence Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 3LG


COURSE TITLE: Lets Talk Together

COURSE OVERVIEW: What is communication? Identify the processes involved in communication. • Demonstrate the wide range of communication difficulties and the impact this has for the child. Understanding non-verbal communication, developing listening and attention skills. Understand the power of NVC. Explore strategies to support children with poor listening and attention. Developing memory and independent learning. Learn about making Mind Maps™ accessible to all. Learn new visual strategies to help pupils work independently in the classroom. Modifying adults’ speech to help a child understand language. Practise modifying the adult’s language through an understanding of information carrying words. Consider issues pertinent to students learning an additional language. Understanding beyond simple sentences. Discuss supporting verbal reasoning skills, including why & how questions, inferences, sequencing, predicting. Practise modifying the adult’s language accordingly. Promoting vocabulary development. Understand how children learn new words. • Develop a range of strategies to support the learning and retention of new words. Encouraging expressive language development and storytelling skills. Discuss techniques to develop syntax (grammar) and narrative skills. Learn new ideas to support narrative development. Promoting effective communication and social skills. Reflect on the effects that interaction patterns between adults and children have on communication. Develop active listening and support for children to speak out. Identify skills required for successful social skills and share ideas as to how to promote these.



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24/04/2018 05/06/2018 3:30pm - 5pm 6 Tuesday No St Mary’s School, Heath Lane, Uttoxeter ST14 7DP



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24/04/2018 05/06/2018 10:30am - 12pm 6 Tuesday No Madeley Methodist Church, Madeley, Newcastle ST5 6AD

25/04/2018 06/06/2018 10:30am - 12pm 6 Wednesday No St Luke’s, Clayton, Newcastle ST5 4BF

26/04/2018 07/06/2018 10:30am - 12pm 6 Thursday No The Vision Centre, Chesterton, Chesterton, Newcastle ST5 7JF

HOW TO BOOK: Small Talk [email protected] 045888

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COURSE TITLE: Lets Talk with your Baby

COURSE OVERVIEW: Interactive sessions for parents/carers and their babies aged 3 – 12 months. This course covers: • What is communication? • Adult-baby interaction • Play; the link between play and language. • Using words • Play skills and sharing books - The sessions are very practical, there are opportunities to: • Think about your baby’s communication • Try new ideas • Choose activities specifically for you • Discuss a range of related issues • Practise using ideas at home



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19/04/2018 21/05/2018 1:30pm - 3:15pm 6 Thursday No The Heath Community Centre, Holly Road, Uttoxeter ST14 7DP


COURSE TITLE: Making Tracks

COURSE OVERVIEW: Create tracks using music technology



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01/05/2018 22/05/2018 9:45am - 1:30pm 4 Tuesday No Langans Tea Rooms, Burton House, George Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 1LP

26/06/2018 17/07/2018 9:45am - 1:30pm 4 Tuesday No Langans Tea Rooms, Burton House, George Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 1LP

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COURSE TITLE: Simply Play

COURSE OVERVIEW: A course for parents and children age 0-4 years who would like to understand how their child will grow and develop, try new activities using resources readily available in the home, develop their maths and English skills and support their child to acquire appropriate skills for their age and stage of development, and spend time with their child interacting and learning together.



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02/05/2018 11/07/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Wednesday No East Staffordshire Children’s Centre, Waterloo Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2NJ



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01/05/2018 10/07/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Tuesday No Newcastle Children’s Centre, Blackbank Road, Newcastle ST5 6DH

03/05/2018 10/07/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Thursday No Homestart Newcastle, Cornerstone, High Street, Newcastle ST5 6BX

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04/05/2018 13/07/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Friday No Biddulph Children’s Centre, Albert Street, Biddulph ST8 6DT



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02/05/2018 11/07/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Wednesday No Bishop Rawle C of E Aided Primary School, Royal Walk, Cheadle ST10 1QA



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23/04/2018 09/07/2018 1pm - 3pm 10 Monday No Glascote Children’s Centre, Hawksworth, Glascote, Tamworth B77 2ER


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COURSE TITLE: 10 Week Equestrian Skills

COURSE OVERVIEW: 10 weekly sessions 2 hours each in stable management, horse care, working to the British Horse Society national standard



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24/03/2018 03/05/2018 varied to suit - varied to suit

10 Friday No Hall Lane Hammerwich, WS7 OJT

HOW TO BOOK: Gartmore Riding for the Disabled Associationn/[email protected] 686117

COURSE TITLE: Your School Ready Child

COURSE OVERVIEW: Do you have a child aged 15 months+? Get them ready to learn with this 6-week course with Therapeutic Play Practitioner Jacqui Shankly. Understand how your child learns and how you can support their development and get them ready for nursery or school.



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12/06/2018 17/07/2018 10am - 12pm 6 Tuesday No Burton Library, Riverside, High Street, Burton on Trent, Staffordshire DE14 1AH



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24/04/2018 05/06/2018 10am - 12pm 6 Tuesday No Tamworth Library, Corporation Street, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7DN

HOW TO BOOK: Staffordshire Librarieswww.staffordshire.gov.ukliz.gardener@staffordshire.gov.uk01283 881210

COURSE TITLE: Art for Life Progression

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is the follow on course for learners who have been enrolled on the Art For Life Course for a year



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19/04/2018 28/06/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Thursday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG


COURSE TITLE: Art History

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course is for learners who would like to learn about the History of Art. In this term you will learn A series of introductory slide presentations and discussions on Western art from Greece in the 5th century BC to the Romantic Movement of the early 19th century.



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17/04/2018 26/06/2018 4:30PM - 6pm 10 Tuesday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG


COURSE TITLE: Computing For The Beginner

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is designed for absolute beginners or those with little experience wishing to extend their skills and gain confidence



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19/04/2018 10/05/2018 6:30pm - 9pm 4 Thursday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG


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COURSE TITLE: Creative Art & Crafts Workshop

COURSE OVERVIEW: Each week you will learn different art/craft techniques from Wire Sculpture, Mosaic, Clay Work, crochet, Fabric Applique, Paper Craft, Painting, Papier-Mache, Glass Painting, Container Candles, Garden Crafts, Rug Making, Print Making, Assemblage 3D, Marbling, Fabric Flowers, Distressing Techniques on canvas, and seasonal crafts



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16/04/2018 02/07/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Monday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG

HOW TO BOOK: South Staffordshire Collegewww.southstaffs.ac.uk/community-educationn/a03004 562424 COURSE TITLE: Creative Art Painting & Drawing Beginners

COURSE OVERVIEW: The Creative art course offers students the opportunity to explore the work of other artists and themes in the development of their artwork. Techniques and processes will be demonstrated by the tutor during the course and students will be encouraged to express their own ideas by creating artwork experimenting with a wide range of materials and approaches to build their knowledge, skills and experience of the subject area



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20/04/2018 29/06/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 10 Friday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG

HOW TO BOOK: South Staffordshire Collegewww.southstaffs.ac.uk/community-educationn/a03004 562424 COURSE TITLE: Creative Art Painting & Drawing Intermediate

COURSE OVERVIEW: The Creative art course offers students the opportunity to explore the work of other artists and themes in the development of their artwork. Techniques and processes will be demonstrated by the tutor during the course and students will be encouraged to express their own ideas by creating artwork experimenting with a wide range of materials and approaches to build their knowledge, skills and experience of the subject area.



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20/04/2018 29/06/2018 12pm - 2pm 10 Friday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG


COURSE TITLE: Creative Writing

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course aims to provide a stimulating, supportive and friendly environment in which students can enjoy developing their writing of prose pieces, stories, poems or scripts. Students will learn creative writing techniques which will enable them to produce their own compositions. There will be a variety of writing exercises each week and opportunities for students to receive feedback on their work



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17/04/2018 03/07/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Tuesday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG


COURSE TITLE: Dappy Data Bases

COURSE OVERVIEW: This short 4 week course is for those who would like to update their existing Skills and Knowledge of Database



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COURSE TITLE: Drawing & Painting Beginners

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course is for beginners and for those students who want to brush up on their drawing and painting skills. The course aims to give the student confidence in drawing, design skills, paint & textural mediums, including the ability to explore technical processes & ideas. Artists will be looked at to support the learning of technical processes, & mediums. The course will also cover handling of a range of materials/equipment, drawing skills, mark-making, texture, basic perspective (linear & colour), composition/design, tone, colour mixing, wash applications, including how to develop and build up a final drawing or painting. Mediums covered are: Pencil, Graphite Sticks, Pastels Oil and Chalky, Watercolour pencils, Pen & Ink, Watercolours & Acrylics



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16/04/2018 25/06/2018 1pm - 3pm 10 Monday Yes Rodbaston Campus, Penkridge ST19 5PH



COURSE TITLE: Drawing & Painting Intermediate

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course is for beginners and for those students who want to brush up on their drawing and painting skills. The course aims to give the student confidence in drawing, design skills, paint & textural mediums, including the ability to explore technical processes & ideas. Artists will be looked at to support the learning of technical processes, & mediums. The course will also cover handling of a range of materials/equipment, drawing skills, mark-making, texture, basic perspective (linear & colour), composition/design, tone, colour mixing, wash applications, including how to develop and build up a final drawing or painting. Mediums covered are: Pencil, Graphite Sticks, Pastels Oil and Chalky, Watercolour pencils, Pen & Ink, Watercolours & Acrylics



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19/04/2018 28/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Thursday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG


COURSE TITLE: English For Work

COURSE OVERVIEW: If you are having difficulty with English due to this not being your first language, then this short course is for you. You will learn the basics and Get to grips with the language. You will improve your grammar, vocabulary, Also improve your speaking and listening and reading and writing which will help with work prospects.



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19/04/2018 28/06/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Thursday Yes Charnwood Children’s Centre, Lichfield WS13 7PH


COURSE TITLE: Entry 2 IT User Skills




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16/04/2018 21/05/2018 9am - 11:30am 6 Monday Yes Burntwood Library, Riverside, Burton-on-Trent WS7 2BX

18/04/2018 23/05/2018 9am - 11:30am 6 Wednesday Yes Lichfield Library, The Friary, Lichfield WS13 6QG



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12/04/2018 31/05/2018 12pm - 2:30pm 8 Tuesday Yes Wombourne Library, Church Road, Wombourne WV5 9EZ



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19/04/2018 31/05/2018 1pm - 3:30pm 6 Thursday Yes Tamworth Library, Corporation Street, Tamworth B79 7DN


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COURSE TITLE: Entry 3 IT User Skills




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20/04/2018 29/06/2018 9am - 11am 10 Friday Yes Lichfield Library, The Friary, Lichfield WS13 6QG



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20/03/2018 17/04/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 8 Tuesday Yes Codsall Library, Council Offices, Wolverhampton Road, Codsall WV8 1PX



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16/04/2018 11/06/2018 9:30am - 12pm 8 Monday Yes Glascote Library, 80 Caledonian, Tamworth B77 2ED

19/04/2018 14/06/2018 9:30am - 12pm 8 Thursday Yes Tamworth Library, Corporation Street, Tamworth B79 7DN


COURSE TITLE: Flowers for Occasions

COURSE OVERVIEW: On this course you will focus on shades and textures. Information will be provided re principles and elements of design with the focus on colour and texture. You will design arrangements for special occasions. You will be using a variety of methods to wrap, tie and decorate and arrange flowers to create your design



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COURSE TITLE: French Beginners Term 3

COURSE OVERVIEW: This is for learners who have completed Term 1 and Term 2 or for those who have a good vocabulary of the language.



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HOW TO BOOK: South Staffordshire Collegewww.southstaffs.ac.uk/community-educationn/a03004 562424 COURSE TITLE: French Conversation

COURSE OVERVIEW: Suitable for students who are competent in the knowledge of the language. You will be introduced to past and future tenses. The course aims to broaden your vocabulary and knowledge of grammar. You will be encouraged to hold a conversation in the target language using tenses and expressing your ideas and opinions. Current news and magazine articles are used to promote discussions and authentic radio/TV/video items used to develop listening skills.



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HOW TO BOOK: South Staffordshire Collegewww.southstaffs.ac.uk/community-educationn/a03004 562424 COURSE TITLE: French Intermediate

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course is for students who have attended a beginners course’s over three terms, or learners who have knowledge and confidence with the understanding of the foreign language. The courses are designed for students that have a solid grounding in a foreign language, but now want to improve upon on their fluency and pronunciation, expand on their vocabulary and correct any grammatical errors. The course carries on from the beginners and you will refresh what you have already learnt in the beginners course but improve your grammar and extend your knowledge of adverbs, verbs, adjectives and connectives. Listening to and improving pronunciation.



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COURSE TITLE: Fun Floristry

COURSE OVERVIEW: This is a fun based course where each week the tutor will do a step by step demonstration of the design and students will then make their designs with tutor guidance.



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COURSE TITLE: Holiday French

COURSE OVERVIEW: You will learn essential language skills for holidays or business trips abroad. The course is topic based, using situations relevant to holidays



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COURSE TITLE: Holiday Italian




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18/04/2018 16/05/2018 7pm - 9pm 5 Wednesday Yes Tamworth Campus, Croft Street, Tamworth, Staffs B79 8AE


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COURSE TITLE: Introduction to British Sign Language

COURSE OVERVIEW: This popular course teaches those who are interested in learning the basics of sign language to help communicate with the hard of hearing or deaf.



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18/04/2018 27/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Wednesday Yes Rodbaston Campus, Penkridge ST19 5PH


COURSE TITLE: Italian Beginners Term 2

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is the follow on term from Spanish Beginners Term 1, this is the second of the three 10 week terms. this course is for learners who have attended Term 1 or for those who have the basic understanding of the language



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COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Floristry

COURSE OVERVIEW: This is a fun based course where each week the tutor will do a step by step demonstration of the design and students will then make their designs with tutor guidance.



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17/04/2018 26/06/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Tuesday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG



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18/04/2018 04/07/2018 6:30pm - 8:30pm 10 Wednesday Yes Rodbaston Campus, Penkridge ST19 5PH


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COURSE TITLE: Italian Beginners Term 3




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18/04/2018 04/07/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Wednesday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG


COURSE TITLE: Italian Conversation

COURSE OVERVIEW: Suitable for students who are competent in the knowledge of the language. You will be introduced to past and future tenses. The course aims to broaden your vocabulary and knowledge of grammar. You will be encouraged to hold a conversation in the target language using tenses and expressing your ideas and opinions. Current news and magazine articles are used to promote discussions and authentic radio/TV/video items used to develop listening skills.



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COURSE TITLE: Learning Volunteering and Workplace Equestrian Skills

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course will explain the role of volunteering including the responsibility of a volunteer and the benefits of gaining experience while volunteering. We are working with the local employment agencies, Job centres, Elaine Holey at the local office for the department of works and pensions , carers and support workers in the local community.



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21/03/2018 02/05/2018 1:30pm - 3:30pm 6 Wednesday No Hall Lane Hammerwich, WS7 OJT

30/03/2018 04/05/2018 1:30pm - 3:30pm 6 Friday No Hall Lane Hammerwich, WS7 OJT

HOW TO BOOK: Gartmore Riding Schooln/[email protected] 686117

COURSE TITLE: Life Drawing

COURSE OVERVIEW: As line is a fundamental feature of drawing the aim of the course is to develop the learners drawing skills with particular emphasis on line, while working from direct observation of the unclothed figure. Poses will vary from week to week. Learners will be provided with guidance on such aspects as the expressive use of line, of measuring and proportions, of the contoured line alone being able to express the effect of 3D form, of hatching and cross hatching and of exploring colour with line



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18/04/2018 27/06/2018 6:30pm - 9pm 10 Wednesday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG



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COURSE TITLE: Oil and Acrylic Painting

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is for those who would like to develop their skills in oils and acrylics in a friendly sociable class exploring colour tone, texture and picture composition



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17/04/2018 26/06/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Tuesday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG


COURSE TITLE: Online Plus




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16/04/2018 14/05/2018 11:30am - 1:30pm 5 Monday Yes Burntwood Library, Riverside, Burton-on-Trent WS7 2BX

18/04/2018 16/05/2018 11:30am - 1:30pm 5 Wednesday Yes Lichfield Library, The Friary, Lichfield WS13 6QG

20/04/2018 18/05/2018 11am - 1pm 5 Friday Yes Lichfield Library, The Friary, Lichfield WS13 6QG


COURSE TITLE: Photography & Photoshop Advanced

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is for students who have attended the Beginners and Intermediate Photoshop and Photography courses. The course is also suitable for students who already have a good knowledge of Photography and Photoshop. Please contact the course tutor to make sure the Advanced course is right for you



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COURSE TITLE: Photography & Photoshop Intermediate

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is for anyone who has completed the Photoshop & Photography Beginners course and wants to learn more. The course is also suitable for anyone who has a basic understanding of Photography and some experience in using Adobe Photoshop. Please contact the course tutor to make sure the intermediate course is right for you



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26/04/2018 12/07/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Thursday Yes Tamworth Campus, Croft Street, Tamworth, Staffs B79 8AE


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COURSE TITLE: Photography 1

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course is for people who wish to learn how to use the SLR camera and its various functions. This course covers the essential ingredients of making good quality digital photographs. Students are presented with a photographer’s ‘toolkit’ that will enable them to progress to a more advanced level, should they wish to



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COURSE TITLE: Photography 2

COURSE OVERVIEW: The Photography 2 course is for those who have attended the Photography 1 course or have a good knowledge of photography.



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17/04/2018 12/06/2018 6:30pm - 9pm 8 Tuesday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG


COURSE TITLE: Pre Esol English for Work

COURSE OVERVIEW: If you are having difficulty with English due to this not being your first language, then this short course is for you. You will learn the basics and Get to grips with the language. You will improve your grammar, vocabulary, Also improve your speaking and listening and reading and writing which will help with work prospects



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19/04/2018 05/07/2018 1pm - 3pm 10 Thursday No Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG



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COURSE TITLE: Soft furnishings and Sewing

COURSE OVERVIEW: No previous experience is necessary the course is suitable for beginners & learners at different levels of ability. Would you like to learn how to make your own handmade and individual soft furnishings for your home, on this 10 week beginners course you will learn how to make different projects including fabric storage boxes, hanging hearts, wall storage pockets, covering chair seats or headboards, roman blinds, curtains



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25/04/2018 04/07/2018 6:30pm - 8:30pm 10 Wednesday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG


COURSE TITLE: Spanish Beginners Term 2




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COURSE TITLE: Spanish Beginners Term 3




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16/04/2018 16/07/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Monday Yes Tamworth Campus, Croft Street, Tamworth, Staffs B79 8AE


COURSE TITLE: Spanish Intermediate

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course is for students who have attended a beginners course’s over three terms, or learners who have knowledge and confidence with the understanding of the foreign language. The courses are designed for students that have a solid grounding in a foreign language, but now want to improve upon on their fluency and pronunciation, expand on their vocabulary and correct any grammatical errors. The course carries on from the beginners and you will refresh what you have already learnt in the beginners course but improve your grammar and extend your knowledge of adverbs, verbs, adjectives and connectives. Listening to and improving pronunciation.



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COURSE TITLE: Stable Care and Horse Management (8 week) Basic Entry Level 2

COURSE OVERVIEW: Riding -Stable Management -Horse Care -Volunteering roles- Training and accredited qualifications from governing bodies which will build towards employment.



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27/03/2018 29/05/2018 10:30am - 12:30pm 8 Friday No Hall Lane Hammerwich, WS7 OJT

HOW TO BOOK: Gartmore Riding Schooln/[email protected] 686117

COURSE TITLE: Watercolour Painting - Beginners

COURSE OVERVIEW: A wide range of watercolour techniques will be demonstrated throughout the course and will be suitable for beginners and learners with different levels of ability. The course will encourage students to explore the work of other watercolour artists and develop their own interests & ideas for watercolour painting.



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20/04/2018 29/06/2018 2:30pm - 4:30pm 10 Friday Yes Lichfield Campus The Friary Lichfield WS13 6QG



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16/04/2018 25/06/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Monday Yes Rodbaston Campus, Penkridge ST19 5PH


COURSE TITLE: Banana Drama

COURSE OVERVIEW: Family learning through stories, making and play



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12/04/2018 14/06/2018 11am - 1pm 10 Thursday No Maryhill Children’s Centre, Gloucester Road, Kidsgrove, STOKE-ON-TRENT, Staffordshire ST7 4DJ

13/04/2018 11/05/2018 10:30am - 12:30pm 5 Friday No Newcastle under Lyme Children’s Centre, Blackbank Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire ST5 6DH

HOW TO BOOK: New Vic Theatrewww.newvictheatre.org.ukamahmood@newvictheatre.org.uk01782 381368

COURSE TITLE: E2 Award in IT User Skills




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20/04/2018 26/05/2018 10am - 1:30pm 6 Friday Yes Kidsgrove Library, Meadows Road, Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent ST5 1AT

20/04/2018 26/05/2018 10am - 1:30pm 6 Friday Yes Kidsgrove Library, Meadows Road, Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent ST7 1BS


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COURSE TITLE: Get Up Get Out Get In

COURSE OVERVIEW: This project helps participants overcome initial barriers to success and positive living through a range of workshops dealing with cognitive behaviours, combating negative modes of thinking and developing personalised mechanisms for future success. Participants will also get the opportunity to meet with people from a range of agencies and organisations who can provide further opportunities for them.



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02/05/2018 18/07/2018 10:30am - 1:30pm 10 Wednesday No New Vic Theatre, Etruria Road, Newcastle under Lyme, STAFFORDSHIRE ST5 0JG

HOW TO BOOK: New Vic Theatrewww.newvictheatre.org.ukamahmood@newvictheatre.org.uk01782 381368 COURSE TITLE: Lets Cook Together

COURSE OVERVIEW: A introduction to the healthy eating course for parents and children. Learn how to live a healthy lifestyle and prepare and cook healthy snacks and meals. Gain a basic understanding on how to plan and produce healthy meals on a budget.



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01/05/2018 26/06/2018 12:30pm - 2:30pm 8 Tuesday No Newcastle Children’s Centre, Blackbank Road, Newcastle ST5 6DH

HOW TO BOOK: Families Firstn/[email protected] 233400 COURSE TITLE: Level 1 Award in IT




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16/04/2018 22/05/2018 9am - 1pm 8 Monday Yes Newcastle Library, 47 Ironmarket, Newcastle ST5 1AT

29/05/2018 03/07/2018 1pm - 5pm 8 Monday Yes Newcastle Library, 47 Ironmarket, Newcastle ST5 1AT


COURSE TITLE: Verbal Children with ASD

COURSE OVERVIEW: Session 1: What is communication and where does ASD fit? Identify the processes involved in communication. Understand the nature of ASD and the impact it has on communication, learning and social development. Session 2: Session integration and ASD. Understand sensory difficulties individuals with ASD experience. Learn how to identify different sensory patterns and strategies to manage individuals who present in these different ways. Session 3: Understanding the role of NVC and the importance of structure. Identify nonverbal communication behaviours. Understand what is meant by visual and physical structure and why it is important. Learn about the development of attention. Explore ways of adding physical structure and schedules to the environment. Session 4: Using visual helpers and developing memory. Use a wide range of visual supports in the learning setting. Understand how memory develops and learn how to use mind maps. Session 5: Developing vocabulary, sequencing and narrative skills. Develop activities to facilitate the learning of descriptive vocabulary with an emphasis on emotional vocabulary. Learn strategies to support development of storytelling and writing. Session 6: Understanding beyond simple sentences. Present a language scheme model supports verbal reasoning skills, including why and how questions, inferences, sequencing, predicting. Session 7: Developing Interaction. Learn how to use evidence based interaction strategies and how to modify them for the individual with ASD. Understand how a lack of theory of mind affects an individual with an ASD. Know how to use chat cartoons to promote social interaction. Session 8: Developing pragmatic skills. Develop an understanding of pragmatic language skills. Learn how to observe pupils with these difficulties. Explore strategies to support pupils with pragmatic language difficulties. Session 9: Behaviour is Communication. Understand that individuals communicate through their behaviour. Understand why communication difficulties might lead to challenging behaviour. Session 10: Making sense of it all. Present evidence of applying knowledge. Strategies for developing your child’s play skills. Way to help your child make friends.



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17/04/2018 12/07/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Tuesday No The Fire Station, Knutton Lane, Newcastle ST5 2SL



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16/04/2018 09/07/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Monday No The Fire Station, Hesketh Road, Stafford ST17 9NF


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COURSE TITLE: Allotment Week

COURSE OVERVIEW: From learning how to create a raised bed, to what to plant, this course will develop skills in horticulture, ready for further training or employment in this field



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23/07/2018 27/07/2018 10am - 4:30pm 5 No Hilton Green, Hilton Lane, Essington. South Staffs WV11 2BG


COURSE TITLE: Art Beginners CH07

COURSE OVERVIEW: This programme is aimed at learners who wish to take up art for the first time or for those who want to build on basic skills they already have. grasp of art skills. These weekly sessions will explore how to use various mark making mediums and drawing techniques e.g. pencil, charcoal, pastels. All work produced will build into a personal portfolio at artwork to progress to the next level.



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16/04/2018 25/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 9 Monday Yes Codsall Community High School Elliotts Lane, Codsall, South Staffordshire WV8 1PQ

HOW TO BOOK: Codsall Community High [email protected] 907566

COURSE TITLE: Art Intermediate using your own media CH20

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is aimed at learners still seeking to build and develop their skills to work with greater independence. They will also be encouraged to take greater control of their work through self-directed studies. Working methods will require them to produce new work for a personal project. They will choose the theme or topic on which to base their work. All work produced will be carried forward for a final review,



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17/04/2018 26/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 9 Tuesday Yes Codsall Community High School Elliotts Lane, Codsall, South Staffordshire WV8 1PQ

HOW TO BOOK: Codsall Community High [email protected] 907566 COURSE TITLE: CARE 4 Seasons First Steps to Employability

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course provides an opportunity for learners to raise self-confidence and self-esteem and to learn new skills by taking part in positive activities in a relaxed, informal rural environment. Activities include rural crafts, independent living skills, CV writing, signposting and teamwork



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16/04/2018 21/05/2018 10am - 3pm 6 Monday No Chase Aqua Rural Enterprise, Lower Drayton Lane, Penkridge ST19 5RE

HOW TO BOOK: Chase Aqua Rural Enterprisewww.chaseaquaruralenterprise.comcarolparkes@chaseaquaruralenterprise.com07772 273033 COURSE TITLE: Computing For Beginners

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is designed for absolute beginners or those with little experience wishing to extend their skills and gain confidence



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04/06/2018 02/07/2018 6:30pm - 9pm 4 Monday Yes Rodbaston Campus, Penkridge ST19 5PH


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COURSE TITLE: Cooking for the Beginner

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course is for the complete novice or for those who would like to learn the basics of cooking techniques. Our cooking courses for beginners will take you from novice to good home cook and teach you the skills you need to cook with confidence.



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COURSE TITLE: Delicious Desserts & Puddings

COURSE OVERVIEW: On this 5 week short course you will learn how to make fabulous desserts from light, refreshing and fruity to creamy, chocolaty sheer indulgence – making the most of fresh and seasonal produce. the classes are relaxed, informal and fun, helping to build your confidence and in the making and the preparation of delicious desserts and puddings.



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16/04/2018 21/05/2018 6:30pm - 8:30pm 5 Monday Yes Rodbaston Campus, Penkridge ST19 5PH


COURSE TITLE: Entry 2 iPad




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11/04/2018 29/05/2018 12pm - 2:30pm 7 Monday Yes Perton Library, Severn Drive, Wolverhampton WV6 7QU


COURSE TITLE: Garden Design

COURSE OVERVIEW: The short leisure course is for the novice gardener or those who wish to learn more about garden design



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COURSE TITLE: Holiday Italian CH17

COURSE OVERVIEW: This is a short intensive course packed full of useful information for when you’re holidaying in Italy. A lively atmosphere with topics such as: how to order food and drink; how to ask for directions; how to make reservations and much more. You will learn in a friendly environment and have access to Italian videos, dialogues and music to aid your learning.



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17/04/2018 26/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 9 Tuesday Yes Codsall Community High School Elliotts Lane, Codsall, South Staffordshire WV8 1PQ


COURSE TITLE: Home Maintenance Made Easy DIY

COURSE OVERVIEW: Are you a DIY catastrophe and would like to learn the basics of everyday DIY jobs. Then this short course is for you



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COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Herbal remedies

COURSE OVERVIEW: Lear how to make and Preserve your own herbal remedies.



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COURSE TITLE: Italian for Beginners CH10

COURSE OVERVIEW: This is a short course is packed full of useful phrases, vocabulary and useful information for those who intend to holiday in Italy. You will learn how to introduce yourself, how to order food and drink, how to ask for simple directions and much more. You will learn in a friendly environment accompanied by Italian music and food tasting.



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16/04/2018 25/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 9 Monday Yes Codsall Community High School Elliotts Lane, Codsall, South Staffordshire WV8 1PQ


COURSE TITLE: Love to Lose Cooking for Health

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is for those who would love to lose weight but like to cook interesting and enjoyable food that maintains their health and stay happy with a change of eating habits



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COURSE TITLE: Make your own Bean Wigwam

COURSE OVERVIEW: Use willow weaving techniques to create a bean wigwam for use in your garden



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23/05/2018 24/05/2018 10am - 3:30pm 2 Yes Hilton Green, Hilton Lane, Essington. South Staffs WV11 2BG


COURSE TITLE: Make your own Bird Feeders

COURSE OVERVIEW: Learn how to weave willow to create your very own bird feeders



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COURSE TITLE: Make your own Flower Trug

COURSE OVERVIEW: Learn how to weave willow to create your very own flower trug



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COURSE TITLE: Make your own Frame Basket

COURSE OVERVIEW: Learn how to weave willow to create your very own frame basket



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COURSE TITLE: Make your own Shave Horse

COURSE OVERVIEW: Try your hand at woodworking to create your own shave horse to use at home



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COURSE TITLE: May Day Survival Skills

COURSE OVERVIEW: Bushcraft skills for families



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07/05/2018 07/05/2018 1pm - 3pm 1 Yes Hilton Green, Hilton Lane, Essington. South Staffs WV11 2BG


COURSE TITLE: PCDL




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19/03/2018 16/04/2018 9:30am - 12pm 4 Monday Yes Perton Library, Severn Drive, Wolverhampton WV6 7QU

20/03/2018 17/04/2018 12pm - 2:30pm 4 Tuesday Yes Perton Library, Severn Drive, Wolverhampton WV6 7QU

22/03/2018 19/04/2018 9:30am - 12pm 4 Thursday Yes Wombourne Library, Church Road, Wombourne WV5 9EZ

22/03/2018 19/04/2018 2pm - 4:30pm 4 Thursday Yes Wombourne Library, Church Road, Wombourne WV5 9EZ


COURSE TITLE: Photography for Beginners

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course is for people who wish to learn how to use the SLR camera and its various functions



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COURSE TITLE: Plumbing For The Beginner

COURSE OVERVIEW: he leisure course is for the beginner who would like to learn the basics of plumbing for their own use at home or as a stepping stone to a qualification progression course



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18/04/2018 23/05/2018 6:30pm - 9pm 6 Wednesday Yes Rodbaston Campus, Penkridge ST19 5PH


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COURSE TITLE: Portrait Photography

COURSE OVERVIEW: Topics and styles of Portraiture looked at will include, formal and informal portraits, environmental portraits and the unconventional portrait. You will be taught about techniques, both technical and theoretical, and have the opportunity to take images to a brief. You will also learn some of the history of this style of Photography and how this affects the images we create



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COURSE TITLE: Pre-school Nature Crafts

COURSE OVERVIEW: Natural crafts with children and parents and carers



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17/04/2018 10/07/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 10 Yes Hilton Green, Hilton Lane, Essington. South Staffs WV11 2BG


COURSE TITLE: Pre-school Nature Crafts Taster

COURSE OVERVIEW: Introduction to the ideas and location for the wider project. Get involved with some Easter Crafts using natural materials



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03/04/2018 03/04/2018 9:30am - 11:30am 1 Yes Hilton Green, Hilton Lane, Essington. South Staffs WV11 2BG


COURSE TITLE: Spanish for Beginners Term 2




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18/04/2018 04/07/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Wednesday Yes Rodbaston Campus, Penkridge ST19 5PH


COURSE TITLE: Therapeutic Yoga CH01

COURSE OVERVIEW: This style of Yoga is Yoga in its kindest form, gentle stretching and strengthening of muscles. Relaxation methods to learn to recognise tensions and let them go.



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16/09/2018 25/06/2018 2pm - 3pm 30 Monday Yes Forget me Not Club, Station Road, Codsall, South Staffs WV8 1BX


COURSE TITLE: Woodworking for the Garden

COURSE OVERVIEW: Learn how to create wooden garden items, such as birdhouses, planters and benches. Learn skills to support with further learning or employment in carpentry or construction



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14/05/2018 18/05/2018 10am - 4:30pm 5 No Hilton Green, Hilton Lane, Essington. South Staffs WV11 2BG


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COURSE TITLE: Yoga CH04

COURSE OVERVIEW: Enjoy spiritual & physical benefits through a variety of yoga exercises and meditation. Suitable for all ages and abilities



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16/04/2018 25/06/2018 7:15pm - 8:45pm 9 Monday Yes Codsall Community High School Elliotts Lane, Codsall, South Staffordshire WV8 1PQ

HOW TO BOOK: Codsall Community High [email protected] 907566 COURSE TITLE: Yoga CH23

COURSE OVERVIEW: Enjoy spiritual & physical benefits through a variety of yoga exercises and meditation. Suitable for all ages and abilities



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17/04/2018 26/06/2018 7:15pm - 8:45pm 9 Tuesday Yes Codsall Community High School Elliotts Lane, Codsall, South Staffordshire WV8 1PQ

HOW TO BOOK: Codsall Community High [email protected] 907566 COURSE TITLE: Beginners IT

COURSE OVERVIEW: Beginners IT incorporating Word, PowerPoint and Internet safety.



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13/03/2018 22/05/2018 1pm - 4pm 10 Tuesday Yes Brocton Room, Northfield Centre, Stafford ST16 3BZ

14/03/2018 16/05/2018 1pm - 4pm 10 Wednesday Yes Brocton Room, Northfield Centre, Stafford ST16 3BZ

15/03/2018 17/05/2018 1pm - 4pm 10 Thursday Yes Brocton Room, Northfield Centre, Stafford ST16 3BZ

16/03/2018 25/05/2018 1pm - 4pm 10 Friday Yes Brocton Room, Northfield Centre, Stafford ST16 3BZ

HOW TO BOOK: Cerebral Palsy Mid Staffordshirewww.cpmidstaffs.co.ukoffice.cpmidstaffs@gmail.com01785 255526

COURSE TITLE: Change In Me - Social History and Culture

COURSE OVERVIEW: By comparing houses and homes in living memory, learners will be able to look at aspects of their home life, social life and plans for their futures. Learners will explore the changes in technology, spending and social activities over the last century and use this learning to look at what they do currently in their everyday life and plan how to use their skills to make choices.



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05/03/2018 16/07/2018 10am - 12pm 15 Monday No Staffordshire Venture, Unit 24 Whitebridge Estate, Stone ST15 8LQ

HOW TO BOOK: Staffordshire Venture Ltdwww.staffordshireventure.co.ukstaffordshireventure@gmail.com07790 864474

COURSE TITLE: Functional Skills ICT (Cohort 2)

COURSE OVERVIEW: ICT functional skills will be designed to equip learners to identify, practice and operate ICT systems, modern technology and tools. Learners will improve their knowledge, practical skills and understand how ICT can be applied across a range of STEM occupations.



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09/04/2018 25/04/2018 1pm - 3:30pm 12 No Entrust Riverway Centre, Riverway HQ, Riverway, Stafford ST16 3TH

HOW TO BOOK: Entrust Support Services [email protected] 337190

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COURSE TITLE: Functional Skills ICT (Cohort 3)

COURSE OVERVIEW: ICT functional skills will be designed to equip learners to identify, practice and operate ICT systems, modern technology and tools. Learners will improve their knowledge, practical skills and understand how ICT can be applied across a range of STEM occupations.



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09/04/2018 25/04/2018 1pm - 3:30pm 12 No Entrust Riverway Centre, Riverway HQ, Riverway, Stafford ST16 3TH


COURSE TITLE: Functional Skills Maths (Cohort 2)

COURSE OVERVIEW: Maths functional skills will provide learners with the essential knowledge and skills required to work in a STEM setting. The course is designed to enable learners to gain confidence, independence and transferable skills that can be used in everyday or workplace situations.



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09/04/2018 25/04/2018 9:30am - 12:30pm 12 No Entrust Riverway Centre, Riverway HQ, Riverway, Stafford ST16 3TH


COURSE TITLE: Geography and Culture of the UK

COURSE OVERVIEW: By comparing the traditions and culture of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales learners will be able to understand the geographical similarities and differences of areas of the United Kingdom. Learners will be able to identify seasonal and daily weather patterns and the location of warm and cold areas of the UK. Exploring different landscapes, landmarks and lifestyles will enable learners to evaluate their own lifestyle choices by identifying differences between their own home and one in a different locality.



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09/03/2018 20/07/2018 10am - 12pm 15 Friday No Staffordshire Venture, Unit 24 Whitebridge Estate, Stone ST15 8LQ


COURSE TITLE: Functional Skills Maths (Cohort 3)

COURSE OVERVIEW: Maths functional skills will provide learners with the essential knowledge and skills required to work in a STEM setting. The course is designed to enable learners to gain confidence, independence and transferable skills that can be used in everyday or workplace situations.



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09/04/2018 25/04/2018 9:30am - 12:30pm 12 No Entrust Riverway Centre, Riverway HQ, Riverway, Stafford ST16 3TH


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COURSE TITLE: Health, Wellbeing and Living in the Wider World

COURSE OVERVIEW: Learners will have opportunities to understand how to live healthy, safe, capable, responsible and balanced lives. Personal development will help learners to build their confidence, resilience and self-esteem, and to identify and manage risk, make informed choices and understand what influences their decisions in a variety of settings.



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07/03/2018 18/07/2018 10am - 12pm 15 Wednesday No Staffordshire Venture, Unit 24 Whitebridge Estate, Stone ST15 8LQ


COURSE TITLE: Healthy and Safety at Home

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course will help people with learning disabilities to identify potential risks at home that represent a risk to health and safety.



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01/05/2018 22/05/2018 1pm - 4pm 4 Tuesday No The Whitehouse, 3a Chapel Street, Stafford ST16 2BX

HOW TO BOOK: Beamstaffswww.beamstaffs.orgn/a01785 244270

COURSE TITLE: More than Words

COURSE OVERVIEW: Interactive sessions for parents, carers with children with social communication difficulties. The More Than Words Program was designed specifically for parents of children ages 5 and under on the autism spectrum. Addressing the unique needs of these children, the program provides parents with the tools, strategies and support they need to help their children reach their full communication potential. More Than Words does this by empowering you to help your child reach the following three goals: 1. Improved social skills 2. The ability to engage in back-and-forth interactions 3. Improved understanding of language Here are some of the valuable things you’ll learn when you attend the More Than Words Programme: 1. How your child learns best and what motivates him to communicate 2. Why your child behaves in certain ways, and what you can do to either increase or reduce those behaviours 3. How to use your knowledge about your child to set realistic goals 4. How to make interactions with your child last longer and be more meaningful 5. Tips for using pictures and print to help your child’s understanding 6. Tips on how to talk so that your child understands you 7. Strategies for developing your child’s play skills 8. Ways to help your child



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18/04/2018 11/07/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Wednesday No The Fire Station, Penkridge, Stafford ST19 5LT



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23/04/2018 23/07/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Tuesday No The Fire Station, Springfield Road, Leek ST13 6LQ


COURSE TITLE: On the Way to Work

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course will help people with learning disabilities to understand the barriers that they face when they apply for jobs.



Fees Venue

12/06/2018 17/07/2018 1pm - 4pm 6 Tuesday No The Whitehouse, 3a Chapel Street, Stafford ST16 2BX


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COURSE TITLE: Staying Safe on the Internet

COURSE OVERVIEW: The course will help people with learning disabilities to stay safe while using the internet.



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04/04/2018 23/04/2018 12pm - 2:30pm 4 Monday No The Whitehouse, 3a Chapel Street, Stafford ST16 2BX


COURSE TITLE: The Countryside Project for Health and Wellbeing course 4

COURSE OVERVIEW: Therapeutic learning activities with animal care, summer gardening, the countryside, conservation, walking, team building, seasonal crafts and cooking.



Fees Venue

04/06/2018 16/07/2018 10am - 2:30pm 7 Monday No Upper Moreton Farm, Bishton Lane, Wolseley Bridge, Stafford. ST18 0XD

HOW TO BOOK: Upper Moreton Rural Activities [email protected] 237211

COURSE TITLE: Art - Acrylic painting for beginners

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is suitable for complete beginners to art or those wishing to explore creative potential



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15/05/2018 26/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 6 Tuesday Yes Leek Campus, Stockwell Street, Leek ST13 6DP

HOW TO BOOK: University of Derby - Buxton and Leek [email protected] 740099

COURSE TITLE: Art/Craft

COURSE OVERVIEW: A mixture of arts and crafts in this fun practical course



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13/04/2018 11/05/2018 1pm - 3pm 5 Friday Yes Leek Campus, Stockwell Street, Leek ST13 6DP


COURSE TITLE: Beginner’s Sign Language

COURSE OVERVIEW: Basic sign language skills including numbers; alphabet; how to introduce yourself



Fees Venue

14/05/2018 25/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 6 Monday Yes Leek Campus, Stockwell Street, Leek ST13 6DP

HOW TO BOOK: University of Derby - Buxton and Leek College

COURSE TITLE: Beginners Spanish for Holidays

COURSE OVERVIEW: A free taster session for this new Spanish conversation course



Fees Venue

18/04/2018 18/04/2018 7pm - 9pm 1 Wednesday No Sainsbury’s Store, Wharf Road, Biddulph ST8 6AJ


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COURSE TITLE: Beginners Spanish for Holidays

COURSE OVERVIEW: A beginner’s Spanish conversation course for holidays and travel



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25/04/2018 06/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 6 Wednesday Yes Sainsbury’s Store, Wharf Road, Biddulph ST8 6AJ


COURSE TITLE: Floristry Techniques

COURSE OVERVIEW: This hands on course will give you confidence to create beautiful floral arrangements for your home and special occasions



Fees Venue

18/04/2018 27/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Wednesday Yes Sainsbury’s Store, Wharf Road, Biddulph ST8 6AJ


COURSE TITLE: French - Next Stage

COURSE OVERVIEW: An intermediate level French course - suitable for those who have some French language skills



Fees Venue

11/04/2018 20/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Wednesday Yes Leek Campus, Stockwell Street, Leek ST13 6DP


COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Counselling Skills

COURSE OVERVIEW: Whether you want to explore it as a personal interest, want to train to become a counsellor this introductory course will give you professional skills



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COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Stained Glass

COURSE OVERVIEW: Learn copper foil techniques to create a light catcher in this new course. Suitable for beginners



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COURSE TITLE: Italian Conversation - intermediate level

COURSE OVERVIEW: A continuation of this conversation language course for holidays, travel and culture



Fees Venue

17/04/2018 26/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 10 Tuesday Yes Sainsbury’s Store, Wharf Road, Biddulph ST8 6AJ


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COURSE TITLE: Italian Conversation for beginners

COURSE OVERVIEW: Learn Italian language for holidays, travel and culture. Suitable for beginners



Fees Venue

03/05/2018 07/06/2018 7pm - 9pm 5 Thursday No Sainsbury’s Store, Wharf Road, Biddulph ST8 6AJ


COURSE TITLE: Pottery

COURSE OVERVIEW: Structured tuition giving learners the basic skills/knowledge needed to make pottery and ceramic sculpture - suitable for beginners)



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19/04/2018 28/06/2018 1pm - 3pm 10 Thursday Yes Leek Campus, Stockwell Street, Leek ST13 6DP

20/04/2018 28/06/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Friday Yes Leek Campus, Stockwell Street, Leek ST13 6DP


COURSE TITLE: The Basics of Photography

COURSE OVERVIEW: Learn the basics of photography from using your camera effectively to taking great photos



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14/05/2018 18/06/2018 1pm - 3pm 5 Monday Yes Sainsbury’s Store, Wharf Road, Biddulph ST8 6AJ


COURSE TITLE: Dressmaking/Soft Furnishings

COURSE OVERVIEW: This course is for the complete beginner and for those who have a little knowledge and want to improve their machine sewing skills. Students work on their own individual projects whether it be making a garment or a small soft furnishing project.



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17/04/2018 03/07/2018 12:30pm - 2:30pm 10 Tuesday Yes Tamworth Campus, Croft Street, Tamworth, Staffs B79 8AE


19/04/2018 05/07/2018 12:30pm - 2:30pm 10 Thursday Yes Tamworth Campus, Croft Street, Tamworth, Staffs B79 8AE



COURSE TITLE: Family Summer Crafts

COURSE OVERVIEW: A Family Learning programme encourages adults and children to learn together. These courses are for families so they can learn together. The children attend with their parents, grandparents or a responsible adult the whole family can enjoy learning together



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29/05/2018 29/05/2018 10am - 12pm 1 Tuesday No Corporation Street, Tamworth, Staffs B79 7DN

30/05/2018 30/05/2018 10am - 12pm 1 Wednesday No Corporation Street, Tamworth, Staffs B79 7DN


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COURSE TITLE: Flowers for All Occasions

COURSE OVERVIEW: This is a fun based course where each week the tutor will do a step by step demonstration of the design and students will then make their designs with tutor guidance



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COURSE TITLE: Level 1 IT User Skills




Fees Venue

20/04/2018 15/06/2018 9am - 12:30pm 8 Friday Yes Tamworth Library, Corporation Street, Tamworth B79 7DN


COURSE TITLE: Online Plus iPad




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16/04/2018 07/05/2018 1pm - 3:30pm 4 Monday Yes Tamworth Library, Corporation Street, Tamworth B79 7DN


COURSE TITLE: Online Plus Photos




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21/05/2018 11/06/2018 1pm - 3:30pm 4 Monday Yes Tamworth Library, Corporation Street, Tamworth B79 7DN


COURSE TITLE: Spanish Beginners

COURSE OVERVIEW: No previous knowledge of the language is required. The course covers “survival situations” including simple instructions, directions, travel, eating out, shopping and booking accommodation. You will develop the four skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) necessary for acquiring a language. You will have on-going informal assessments in class.



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16/04/2018 16/07/2018 10am - 12pm 10 Monday Yes Tamworth Campus, Croft Street, Tamworth, Staffs B79 8AE


Provider Contact Details

These courses include:

•Online Plus including using the internet interactively, emailing with attachments, shopping online.•Introduction to MS Office including using office software, word processing, spreadsheets, posters and presentations.•Digital Photo Management including, transferring photos to a computer, managing your photos on the computer, backing up, sharing and enhancing photos.•iPad Plus a course specifically for those with an iPad or iPad mini tablet. Including how to send an email, use the internet, connect to wifi, download apps, video calls, download apps, ebooks and magazine.•Tablet Plus a basic tablet course similar to above but for those with android devices, for example Samsung, Google Nexus or Kindle Fire.

Some other computer courses may also be available. For courses in libraries please contact your library or visit the library to find out more. For courses in community venues please contact the venue concerned.

ITQ Level 1 Award for IT Users

This is available in selected venues around the county.

Successful completion leads to a nationally recognised qualification in:

•Word processing•Internet•E-mail and electronic calendars.

This is offered free for Job Seekers and those on income related benefits. For information on whether we are delivering in your area then please contact us on the details below.

If you’re interested in booking onto one of our courses you can fill out our contact form and a member of our team will be in touch. You can also contact Tim Keeling or Ben Murphy on:

Phone: 01543 510710 Email: [email protected]

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COURSE PROVIDER: Adult and Community Learning Service Direct Delivery

CONTACT: Ben Murphy / Tim Keeling

EMAIL: [email protected]

TELEPHONE: 01543 510710

WEBSITE: www.staffordshire.gov.uk/education/adultcommunity

ABOUT US

English for speakers of other languages (ESOL)

We provide accredited ESOL classes in Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire. These are for people who may have little formal education and want to improve their English. The courses run over various hours in a community venue in your area. The tutors are friendly and approachable. They will support your learning and help you reach your goals. The course will help improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. It will allow you to get more out of living in the local community. It will also help you if you want to find a job or study other courses.Ascentis accredit all the courses. They are available at the following levels:

•Entry 1•Entry 2•Entry 3•Level 1

You will sit an exam towards the end of your course.

You will have an interview and an entry test to find out which is the most suitable level of course for you.These courses are free for learners who are:

•Aged 19+•Have a legal right to be resident in the United Kingdom

ICT

Absolute beginners’ courses

Staffordshire Adult and Community Learning Service and Staffordshire Library and Information Service offer computer classes for the complete beginner. Classes are also held in some community venues.

These are:

•Online basics•Laptop basics•iPad basics•Tablet basics

The courses normally last 6-7weeks. They include guidance on the basic use of a computer or their device, internet and e-mail. These cost £10 each or are free if you are looking for work, or in receipt of an income related benefit or eligible for library concessions.

There are also courses for people with some knowledge of computers. These are 2 hours a week for 5 weeks (10 hours). They are suitable for those with some basic knowledge of using a computer or other device. Learners normally need to have previously completed a basic course. These cost £38 each or are free if you are looking for work, or in receipt of an income related benefit or eligible for library concessions.

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COURSE PROVIDER: Codsall Community High School

CONTACT: Jayne Higgins


TELEPHONE: 01902 907566

WEBSITE: www.cc-hs.com

ABOUT USIn partnership with Staffordshire County Council, Adult & Community Learning service, we have run adult education courses on site and within the wider community for over 30 years. We try our best to provide what people within the local area want and hope we provide everything they’re looking for. All of our courses are leisure courses and run throughout the whole of the academic year.

The courses are of varying lengths starting from 5 weeks e.g. How to use your Tablet Device to 30 weeks such as Yoga, Art & Crafts and Modern Foreign Languages.


COURSE PROVIDER: Families First

CONTACT: Debbie Fogg


TELEPHONE: 01283 233400

WEBSITE:

ABOUT USFamilies First work with families to ensure that if they need help, they get it at the right time in the right way. Families First Service brings together the full range of county council professionals that help children, young people or their families. It enables people with different skills to work together in local teams built around the needs of children, young people and families. Our courses offer families opportunities to learn together, to engage and interact while developing new skills and knowledge, or access adult only courses which support specific issues such as children’s behaviour or

developing a healthy lifestyle. We are a busy provider and run courses in all districts within Staffordshire.

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COURSE PROVIDER: Chase Aqua Rural Enterprise CIC

CONTACT: Carol Parkes


TELEPHONE: 07772 273033

WEBSITE: www.chaseaquaruralenterprise.com

ABOUT USCARE Wellbeing and First Steps to Employability ALDD Courses. CARE is a farm based rural activities and skills project that supports wellbeing and encourages everyone to take an interest and enjoy the natural environment around them, harnessing this natural energy to help us feel well and fulfilled in our own lives.

Our Four Seasons Wellbeing and First Steps to Employability Courses support ALDD Adults (19+) with mental health issues, including those with long term or enduring conditions as well as young adults, new adult learners, also those from rural areas. CARE provides transport to and from the project from Stafford and Cannock and courses are held in South Staffs, Cannock Chase, Rugeley and Stafford districts.

New friendships, exploring old and new interests, social contact, laughter and wellbeing all flourish alongside our activities. These include animal care and therapy; gardening and horticulture; woodwork and woodcraft/willow weaving; arts and crafts; photography; water colour painting; cookery; independent living skills; wellbeing walks.

Since 2012 our ACL ALDD courses have received extremely positive feedback from learners, professional partners and local community mental health teams. For some they bring to life long forgotten skills, and renewed enjoyment; for others it brings a whole new aspect to their lives – exercise, socialisation, new interests, friendship. Everyone taking part is incredibly proud of what they achieve, including:

- Increased self-confidence/self-esteem- Learning a new skill/developing existing ones - Developing coping strategies and positive thinking/resilience - Improved social skills - making new friends and supporting each other- Leading a more physically active positive lifestyle- Gain respect for self and others- Enjoy a team working, peer mentoring and an opportunity to gain experience as a volunteer supporting future CARE wellbeing/learning courses

Please visit us at any time, or ring for more course information.



COURSE PROVIDER: Gartmore Riding School

CONTACT: Tracy Francis


TELEPHONE: 01543 686117

WEBSITE:

ABOUT USSince 1985 Gartmore Riding School for the Disabled (RDA)Riding for the Disabled Association has provided Horse Riding/ Therapy/Sensory/Stable Management learning programmes to help people in the local community of all ages, abilities and disabilities.

GRS RDA provides adults with disabilities/disadvantaged/elderly/mental health/volunteers and cares throughout the Staffordshire and the surrounding areas opportunity to promote their health and well-being with the different learning approaches from riding, grooming and sensory activities. e.g. The elderly visit GRS for a coffee mornings to listen and learn from skilled professional Farrier/Saddler/Feed Specialist.

Trained volunteers can attend various talks, demonstrations, lectures and workshops throughout the year. Which may include Introduction to Downs Syndrome, Autism, Epilepsy and RDA volunteering from the BEF (British Equestrian Federation).

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COURSE PROVIDER: Growing Rural Enterprise

CONTACT: Julie White


TELEPHONE: 07971 666474

WEBSITE: www.welliesproject.org.uk

ABOUT USWe are a organisation that provides learning opportunities utilising animals, plants and the countryside. In addition to this we provide an holistic approach to learning and life skills. These skills include cookery, natural/traditional crafts, planning, growing and utilising vegetables and fruit. The cookery side of our work closely looks at nutrition and the eat well plate in conjunction with the five ways to well being.


COURSE PROVIDER: Forest of Mercia Community Forest Partnership

CONTACT: Rebecca Banks


TELEPHONE: 01922 417770 / 07525 120117

WEBSITE: www.forestofmercia.co.uk

ABOUT USForest of Mercia CIC focuses on encouraging a greater understanding of the natural environment. We use natural resources, recycled items and seasonal inspiration to develop courses to inspire and excite. With us, you can learn how to create baskets, items for the garden or seasonal natural decorations. We encourage all learners to come and have a go, try their hand at different techniques, learn new skills and use different tools and equipment.

COURSE PROVIDER: Gartmore Riding for the Disabled Association

CONTACT: Tracy Francis


TELEPHONE: 01543 686117

WEBSITE:

ABOUT USSince 1985 Gartmore Riding School for the Disabled (RDA)Riding for the Disabled Association has provided Horse Riding/ Therapy/Sensory/Stable Management learning programmes to help people in the local community of all ages, abilities and disabilities.

GRS RDA provides adults with disabilities/disadvantaged/elderly/mental health/volunteers and cares throughout the Staffordshire and the surrounding areas opportunity to promote their health and well-being with the different learning approaches from riding, grooming and sensory activities e.g. The elderly visit GRS for a coffee mornings to listen and learn from skilled professional Farrier/Saddler/Feed Specialist.

Trained volunteers can attend various talks, demonstrations, lectures and workshops throughout the year. Which may include Introduction to Downs Syndrome, Autism, Epilepsy and RDA volunteering from the BEF (British Equestrian Federation).

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COURSE PROVIDER: New Vic Theatre

CONTACT: Adhia Mahmood


TELEPHONE: 01782 381368

WEBSITE: www.newvictheatre.org.uk

ABOUT USAll courses take place at the New Vic Theatre, and use creative techniques including writing, directing, designing and producing powerful pieces of theatre. They support people to create their own characters and self belief to identify their own place in their own lives and the community.

COURSE PROVIDER: Pulse for Music

CONTACT: Jim Allen


TELEPHONE: -

WEBSITE: www.pulseformusic.co.uk

ABOUT USPulse for Music offer a range of short courses in all aspects of music and also other art forms. We tailor courses to suit our learners and work with a range of people from musical beginners to experts alike. Our current range of courses include music technology working on various software including Garageband and a live music project which involves playing live with others, recording and also songwriting. We also offer visual art courses including craft activities and making musical instruments as well as painting and sculpture work. We have previously offered African drumming courses and songwriting courses amongst others.

COURSE PROVIDER: Small Talk Speech & Language Therapy Ltd

CONTACT: Libby Hill


TELEPHONE: 0844 704 5888

WEBSITE: www.private-speech-therapy.co.uk

ABOUT USSmall Talk is a team of speech and language therapists and specialist teachers. The courses are for all parents but many have a specialist subject especially ASD.

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COURSE PROVIDER: Media Climate C.I.C.

CONTACT: Marisa Keenan


TELEPHONE: 01543 469373

WEBSITE: www.mediacliatecic.co.uk

ABOUT USWe are Media Climate CIC we provide music and media courses for adults. We have specialised in working with adults with learning difficulties and disabilities for over 8 years. Our courses include video production, song writing, dj’ing, ICT, acting and performing, graffiti and many more tailor made learning courses. We have an accessible recording studio in Bridgtown Cannock which is easily accessed by public transport. We have fully qualified music and media professionals working at the studio who are all DBS checked and safeguarding trained. We welcome all learners of all abilities to our courses and look forward to hearing from you.


COURSE PROVIDER: Interact Arts CIC

CONTACT: Steve Lapworth


TELEPHONE: 01785 612074

WEBSITE: www.interact-arts.org.uk

ABOUT USInteract Arts is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company based in Stafford, which delivers community programmes across all 8 Districts in Staffordshire. We provide Employability Skills programmes for those learners who have few qualifications and wish to develop their skills to progress to further learning / training, employment or volunteering and arts-based programmes for Adults with Learning Difficulties / Disabilities or those with enduring mental health issues.

Our approach is to engage people in practical activities which will develop confidence and self esteem, improve health and wellbeing and develop personal, social, emotional and creative skills.

Our small team of tutors are well qualified and are passionate about developing people and have many years experience of providing high quality learning programmes for people in their local community. We create opportunities for ‘fun, informal learning’, where everyone is fully engaged and involved in their learning.

We work in partnership with a wide range of community-based organisations and tailor-make our courses to meet the particular needs of individual learners and groups and have received outstanding feedback from learners and partner organisations.

Our range of creative programmes include Photography, Drama, Film / Video Making, Arts and Crafts, Puppetry, Music, Our Environment and Famous Historical Characters. Our Employability Skills programmes involve practical activities and include Personal Development, Interview Skills, ‘Just The Job’, Working with Vulnerable People, and Being A More Effective Volunteer.

COURSE PROVIDER: Steps to Work (Walsall)

CONTACT: Collette Connell


TELEPHONE: 01922 627555

WEBSITE: [email protected]

ABOUT USSteps to Work (Walsall) Ltd was founded in 1999. Since incorporation the company has become a registered charity (2003) that supports people to improve their skills, overcome their barriers to employment and secure opportunities to make a positive contribution to the local economy. We predominantly operate across the Black Country and Staffordshire.

Our Core activities are:• The operation of a Multi Agency One Stop Employment Shop funded by the Big Lottery Reaching Communities. Located in the most deprived ward in Walsall the shop works with partner organisations to offer a one stop holistic support opportunity to people in the Community• Lead organisation for the Big Lottery Fund /ESF Building Better Opportunities project in the Black Country and Staffordshire• DWP Work programme Contracts as a subcontractor to Peopleplus• Community Learning programmes as part of a delivery partnership with WACC supporting unemployed people back to work• Community Learning programmes as part of a delivery partnership with Staffordshire County Council supporting unemployed people back to workSince 1999 we have helped over 34,000 people in and around Walsall into work and we pride ourselves in our ability to tailor our services to your individual needs. Our high standards of quality and assurance have been externally recognised achieving ISO9001, ISO14001 and Matrix accreditation. We have Investor in People (Gold status) and are accredited as Leaders in Diversity. We ranked number 10 in the 2017 National Centre for Diversity Top 100 index.


COURSE PROVIDER: University of Derby - Buxton and Leek College

CONTACT: Sue Baker


TELEPHONE: 0800 074 0099

WEBSITE: www.blc.ac.uk

ABOUT USWe are a further education college, part of the University of Derby, with campuses across Chesterfield, Buxton, Leek and the Staffordshire Moorlands. We offer a wide range of courses suitable for adults which are non-accredited and accredited, in a variety of subjects. Courses run from five weeks 30 weeks and information can be found by accessing the college website www.blc.ac.uk, calling in to one of the centres, or calling us on 0800 074 0099.

COURSE PROVIDER: South Staffordshire College

CONTACT: Nicola Humphries


TELEPHONE: 01543 301186

WEBSITE: www.southstaffs.ac.uk/community-education

ABOUT USThe Adult and Community Learning department at South Staffordshire College offer a wealth of courses that can help you to improve your career options or find a new hobby. Whatever your interests, at South Staffordshire College we offer hundreds of adult leisure and learning courses, in a huge variety of subjects - from Spanish and floristry to photography and cookery. With start dates throughout the year, you don’t even have to wait until September to get stuck in. Our courses are delivered on our campuses and local outreach centres, at various times during the day and evening. We can even offer courses at the weekend, so whatever your commitments, you’ll still be able to find something to fit in with you. Whether you are 19 or 99, we welcome adults of all ages on to our leisure and learning courses and best of all ... some of them don’t cost a penny! You can now sign up on line by visiting our website. Alternatively, gives us a call or pop in to your local campus. All of our courses are available to view on our website and you can even design your very own bespoke prospectus! In addition to our leisure and vocational courses, we also offer English and maths classes. If you need help brushing up on your maths and English skills, we can help! We offer a range of courses for those who don’t already have a GCSE in these subjects. All of our classes are run by friendly, experienced tutors who are on hand to help you build your skills and confidence. You can also contact our team to discuss our family learning opportunities. We offer bespoke courses where you and your family can learn together. If you need help with childcare while you study, we have an on-site ‘Little Learners’ nursery at our Tamworth campus. Rated ‘good’ by Ofsted ‘Little Learners’ accommodates children from birth to 5. If you would like to visit a campus to find out more about our courses, please pop in and meet one of the team or why not pop along to one of open events which can be found by visiting our website.

COURSE PROVIDER: Staffordshire Care Farming Development CIC

CONTACT: Julie White


TELEPHONE: 07971 666474

WEBSITE: www.welliesproject.org.uk

ABOUT USWe are a organisation that provides learning opportunities utilising animals, plants and the countryside. In addition to this we provide an holistic approach to learning and life skills. These skills include cookery, natural/traditional crafts, planning, growing and utilising vegetables and fruit. The cookery side of our work closely looks at nutrition and the eat well plate in conjunction with the five ways to well being.



COURSE PROVIDER: Workers Educational Association West Midlands Region

CONTACT: Debra Taylor


TELEPHONE: 0121 237 8120

WEBSITE: www.wea.org.uk

ABOUT USFounded in 1903, the Workers’ Educational Association (WEA) is a charity dedicated to bringing high-quality, professional education into the heart of communities. With the support of nearly 3,000 volunteers, 2,000 tutors and over 10,000 members, we deliver friendly, accessible and enjoyable courses for adults from all walks of life.

Assessed ‘Good’ by Ofsted in 2014, we have classes in almost every area of England and Scotland. You do not need any previous knowledge or qualifications to join most of our courses, only a willingness to share with others your curiosity, ideas and experience.

We also have a special mission to raise aspirations and develop educational opportunities for the most disadvantaged. This includes providing basic maths, English and IT skills for employment; courses to improve health and wellbeing; creative programmes to broaden horizons and community engagement activities that encourage active citizenship.

Our members also help support our mission and campaign for adult education.

COURSE PROVIDER: West Chadsmoor Family Centre

CONTACT: Heather Preece

EMAIL: wcfc_uk@hotmail .co.uk

TELEPHONE: 01543 571698

WEBSITE:

ABOUT USWe run an organisation called West Chadsmoor Family Centre in West Chadsmoor in Cannock. We have been running for 21 years and are well established in the area. We offer activities for families in the local area where parents and children can attend with their children and the learn together.

We have become a hub in the local area where families drop in to find information and support when they need it. As part of this activity we hold a contract with Staffordshire County Council known as Adult and Community Learning. With is contract we offer adult learning classes and these can range from cooking, craft making, aromatherapy to English and computer classes. The courses are designed to begin the learning journey for adults who have been out of education for a while.

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