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Versant English Test Workshop
£0.00 Locations across Buckinghamshire
(Weeks) Course Dependent
(Sessions) Multiple options to suit
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AvailableWorkshops take place on the first Saturday of every month at Quarrendon ALC and the third Saturday of every month at Amersham ALC. Cost: £39 (+ optional £15 for a full online practice test) The content of each workshop will include: • Overview of Versant English Language Test • Break-down of the examination questions with […]
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Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care – Level 2 Certificate
£0.00 Locations across Buckinghamshire
(Weeks) Course Dependent
(Sessions) Multiple options to suit
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AvailableHave you ever considered how you might contribute to the care of vulnerable adults in society? This course prepares you for any role within adult social care, in order to ensure the needs of vulnerable people continue to be met. Course Content Unit 1: Principles of communication in adult social care settings In this unit […]
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Understanding Autism – Level 2 Certificate
£0.00 Locations across Buckinghamshire
(Weeks) Course Dependent
(Sessions) Multiple options to suit
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AvailableOur Understanding Autism course will give you an understanding of autism and the principles of supporting individuals with autism. You will look at the person-centred approach and the influence that positive communication methods can have and will gain an understanding of how individuals with autism can be supported to live healthy and fulfilled lives. Unit […]
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Stained Glass and Fused Glass for Beginners and Improvers
£250.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Wed 17-Apr-2024
(Weeks) 10
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 12:30
Enrolment
EndedWhat will I learn? The complete beginner will gain knowledge and practical experience of a range of glass techniques used to design and make: 2D stained (cool) glass items and 2D fused (warm) glass items.During the course you will:• Explore the different tooling, materials and techniques used for making glass items together with their qualities.• […]
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Stained Glass and Fused Glass for Beginners and Improvers
£250.00 Buckingham Centre ALC
Wed 17-Apr-2024
(Weeks) 10
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 18:45 - 21:15
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AvailableWhat will I learn? The complete beginner will gain knowledge and practical experience of a range of glass techniques used to design and make: 2D stained (cool) glass items and 2D fused (warm) glass items.During the course you will:• Explore the different tooling, materials and techniques used for making glass items together with their qualities.• […]
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Palette Knife Painting – Workshop
£55.90 Amersham ALC
Sat 18-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Enrolment
EndedWhat will I learn? Spend a day learning how to use a painting knife to create thick, textural (impasto style) painting using either acrylic or oil paint.Learn to:● Use techniques such as building thick paint layers and scraffito (scratching).● Use additives to thicken paint and create interesting textures● Use light & dark paint tones to […]
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Flower Arranging for Beginners in a Day – Workshop
£60.10 Beaconsfield ALC
Sat 18-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Enrolment
EndedWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce learners to skills and techniques needed to create three flower arrangements in a day for beginners. Using both traditional and contemporary design methods, your tutor an award-winning florist will be keen to share lots of interesting flower arranging techniques to successfully create three designs. Individual support […]
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Using an Overlocker Sewing Machine for Intermediate – Workshop
£56.90 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 18-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Enrolment
EndedWhat will I learn? During the workshop you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of techniques using an overlocker including: Working with different thread set upsFlat lock or butt seaming ( if your machine has this stitch capability)Explore overlocker foot attachments( optional): taping foot, blind hem (you may need to purchase these, they […]
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Everyday First Aid Workshop
£0.00 Disraeli School, High Wycombe
Mon 20-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:00 - 11:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning Team. During the workshop you will look at everyday First Aid for the family and how to manage an emergency situation. You will get lots of practical tips on how to deal with choking, burns and minor injuries and increase your confidence […]
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Y10&11 Help Your Child Cope with Stress and Anxiety Workshop
£0.00 Online
Mon 20-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This FREE workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning team. It will give you practical ideas to improve your child’s wellbeing and learn about where you can find support. You will look at what stress and anxiety are and explore strategies to help your child deal with these. You will […]
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Learning Through Play Workshop
£0.00 Ashmead Combined School, Aylesbury
Mon 20-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:30 - 11:00
FullWhat will I learn? This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning Team. It is a FREE workshop which will give you practical ideas to help explain the importance and positive impact of spending time and playing with your child and how this can build language skills. In addition, you will learn how to […]
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Get Ready for Reception – Parent and Child
£0.00 Southcourt Family Centre Plus
Tue 21-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 13:00 - 14:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course is being delivered by the Family Learning team. It is a FREE workshop which will give you fun practical ideas for your child to be ready to take their next steps into Reception class at school. Looking at stories, independent activities and routines to support your child settle into […]
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Everyday First Aid Workshop
£0.00 Booker Park School
Wed 22-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:00 - 11:30
FullWhat will I learn? This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning Team. During the workshop you will look at everyday First Aid for the family and how to manage an emergency situation. You will get lots of practical tips on how to deal with choking, burns and minor injuries and increase your confidence […]
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Get Ready for Reception – Parent and Child
£0.00 Hampden Way Family Centre
Wed 22-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 12:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course is being delivered by the Family Learning team. It is a FREE workshop which will give you fun practical ideas for your child to be ready to take their next steps into Reception class at school. Looking at stories, independent activities and routines to support your child settle into […]
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Get Ready for Reception – Parents Only
£0.00 Newtown Family Centre Plus
Wed 22-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 12:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course is being delivered by the Family Learning team. It is a FREE workshop which will give you fun practical ideas for your child to be ready to take their next steps into Reception class at school. Looking at stories, independent activities and routines to support your child settle into […]
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Sign Language – Basics for Beginners Workshop
£29.40 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 25-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 13:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give you an introduction to British Sign Language and to the alphabet and basic conversation, topics and skills.You will learn to:• Introduce yourself.• Ask some simpler questions of the person you are talking to.• Understand some simple questions about yourself. Is this course for me? It is […]
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Spanish Basics – Workshop
£29.40 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 25-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 13:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to Spanish within a small range of everyday topics and situations and to offer an insight into the life and culture of Spain.All groups will have a mixture of learners. Whichever level class you join you will find that people learn in different ways and […]
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Garden and Planting Design – Low Maintenance – Workshop (2 consecutive days)
£49.00 Amersham ALC
Tue 28-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? The course aims to help you to choose the right plants to improve and re-design your gardens. During the course you will consider:● Plant choices.● Main elements of low-maintenance garden design.● Planting ideas to remove work.● Ground cover planting and weed control.● Drought, wind, pest and disease resistant planting. Is this […]
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Watercolour at Waddesdon for Beginners and Improvers
£79.40 Stable Courtyard - Waddesdon Manor
Wed 29-May-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 13:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Learn how to draw and paint using watercolour during this three day course in the beautiful setting of Waddesdon Manor. This course will look at the fundamentals of watercolour; it is by learning these that you will be able to develop your skills and knowledge to make successful watercolour paintings.The course […]
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Floristry – Make a Summer Floral Cake and Delicious Dessert Workshop
£35.60 Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre
Sat 01-Jun-2024
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:30 - 12:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? On this workshop you are able to develop your creative skills and techniques needed to design and craft a beautiful floral cake and a delicious dessert.Your tutor is a Chelsea Gold Medalist and will be keen to share lots of interesting flower arranging techniques and ideas with you. During the course, […]