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** Eligibility criteria applies to all external training. Courses may not always be available. Contact for more information.

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** Eligibility criteria applies to all procured training. One course per participant. Courses may not always be available. Contact for more information.

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This non-accredited course is a fun and interacting way to learn a new skill allowing you to communicate with the deaf community.

Topics covered during this course:

British Sign Language Alphabet

Greeting and Introductions

How to sign your name and where you live

Numbers and Weather

The course is 10 weeks long and can be accessed at the Compass Community Hub or via Microsoft Teams.

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All of our training is available to individuals aged 16+ and is FREE OF CHARGE to access. 

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All of our training is available to individuals aged 16+ and is FREE OF CHARGE to access. 

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There is a sign up process for individuals to access our training, where you will meet with one of our Employee Liaison or Training Officers to complete.

** Eligibility criteria applies to all training.

Once this process is completed, you will be able to access our training that we have on offer.

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Health & Safety in the Construction Environment and CSCS Card

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Health & Safety in the Construction Environment and CSCS Card

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One of our most popular courses is our full CSCS course, where we take the hassle out of getting qualified for site by supporting you through each step of the accreditation requirement process This course includes:

Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment

This qualification provides knowledge relating to Health and Safety in a Construction Environment. It is ideal for those individuals requiring a recognised qualification prior to completing the Health and Safety test for their CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card.

This qualification will prepare learners for entry to employment in the construction industry.

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Security Industry Association (SIA) License

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Security Industry Association (SIA) License

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Door Supervisor Course

During this course you will work through 4 units which will allow you to become a fully licensed door supervisor and security officer.

The four units covered are:

Unit 1 Principles of working in the security industry

Unit 2 Principles of working as a Door supervisor in the security industry

Unit 3 Conflict management

Unit 4 Physical intervention

A pre-requisite of attending the course is the completion of the Anti Counter Terrorism online learning. www.protectuk.police.uk/user/login

On completion and passing of the course, you will receive support to set up your SIA account and link into the training providers business account.

The Security Industry Training: Door Supervisor course is run across seven days where attendance is mandatory to all sessions.

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Our Forward Tipping Dumper training is provided by DEPLANT, a Plant Training company based in South Wales.

A Forward Tipping Dumper is a small machine used in construction to move and dump materials like soil or gravel. It has a front skip that tips forward for easy unloading. Built to handle rough ground, it works well in tight spaces.

Our Forward Tipping Dumper course is a 2-day course, usually 8am-3:30pm.

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Our Road Roller training is provided by DEPLANT, a Plant Training company based in South Wales.

A Road Roller is a compactor-type engineering vehicle use to compact soil, gravel, concrete or asphalt in the construction of roads and foundations.

Our Road Roller course is a 2-day course, usually 8am-3:30pm.

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Our Articulated Dumper training is provided by DEPLANT, a Plant Training company based in South Wales.

An Articulated Dump Truck is a heavy duty vehicle designed for off-road hauling and construction applications. It consists of two main units: a front tractor unit and a rear trailer unit, connected by an articulated coupling that allows for pivoting movement. This design enables the truck to navigate rough terrain effectively, making it ideal for transporting large loads in challenging environments.

Our Articulated Dumper training is a 4-day course, usually 8am-3:30pm.

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IPAF is renowned as the standard when it comes to powered access. This course aims to provide the knowledge and skills required to operate category 3a & 3b elevated platforms...

Category 3a covers Mobile Vertical Lifts, most commonly used example; scissor lifts

Category 3b covers Mobile Boom Lifts, more commonly known as cherry pickers

Category 1b covers the safe use of Static Booms which generally have outriggers

As IPAF is so widely recognised it is highly likely that a client or principal contractor will require and IPAF ticket to demonstrate that you or your workforce are suitably qualified to operate these types of equipment in the workplace. This also means that the qualification covers a very wide array or sectors from Construction, Maintenance and Cleaning Services, to Manufacturing & Engineering.

This course is delivered via a blend of practical and classroom teaching.

On successful completion of this course, the cost is fully inclusive of a hard copy of the IPAF PAL card alongside the IPAF app access of the ePAL card.

Download the IPAF app here:

iOS (apple) - https://apps.apple.com/app/ipaf-epal/id1557633308

Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.ipaf.epal

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Counterbalance Forklift Training

The Counterbalance Forklift is forward facing and usually referred to as a 'standard forklift'. The load is counterbalanced by a heavy weight on the back of the machine and is practical where height is not required.

The Counterbalance Forklift is much more popular for it's simplistic driving style. Left is left and right is right in regards to direction.

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Reach Forklift Training

The Reach Forklift has the forks to the side of the operator and is designed for flat surface, smaller aisles and high lifts.

The Reach Forklift is less popular due to the nature of the opposite steering that is used to operate the machine.

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In partnership with Adult Learning Wales..

This Level 2 qualification has been designed for individuals who require the basic knowledge of health and safety that is essential within the workplace. It is also suited for individuals about to pursue a role for the very first time within a new workplace.

The qualification covers:

Duties and responsibilities of employers and employees

Benefits of good health and safety in the workplace

Process of a risk assessment

Hazards and controls in the workplace

Responding to accidents, near misses and ill-health in the workplace

Emergency procedures

Importance of reporting accidents

The course is usually run over one full day.

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This Level 3 qualification is suitable for individuals who need to become an emergency first-aider within the workplace as a part of their role. This qualification meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

The course covers:

The roles and responsibilities of a first-aider

Assessing an emergency situation safely

CPR and AED

Administrating first aid to a choking casualty

Dealing with shock, burns, scalds, bleeds and minor injuries

This course is a one-day course and is valid for 3 years.

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This Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Course is suitable for anybody with the responsibility for the welfare of infants and children. This course meets the Health & Safety Requirements & Regulations.

What does this qualification cover?

The roles and responsibilities of a first-aider

Assessing an emergency situation safely

CPR & AED

Administering first aid to a choking infant or child

Dealing with shock, scolds, bleeds, bites, stings and minor injuries

Providing first aid to an infant or child with anaphylaxis

Dealing with casualties with fractures and spinal/head injuries

This course is a two day course and is valid for 3 years.

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This Level 2 Counselling Skills course introduces the theory, skills and ethical standards of counsellors. It will also help improve your communication skills, which can improve relationships both personal and professional.

The course includes:

Your helping style

Active listening

Questioning techniques

Ways to encourage people to talk

This course will run over 9 weeks, covering 2 hours per week.

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By law, food business operators must ensure that food handlers receive the appropriate supervision and training in food hygiene. This Level 2 qualification is suitable for those working within the hospitality environment and handling food.

The qualification covers:

The importance of food safety procedures and complying with the law

Microbiological, chemical, physical and allergenic hazards and their control

Good temperature control and stock rotation

The importance of good personal hygiene and preventing contamination, including handwashing, protective clothing, cuts and reporting illness

Keeping work areas and equipment clean and safe

Safe waste disposal

Pest control

The course is one-day and a refresher course is advised every 3 years.

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Sugar Crafting, also known as sugar art or sugar decoration, is the art of creating intricate and beautiful designs using sugar-based materials. This form of edible art is commonly used in baking and cake decorating to add a touch of elegance and creativity to desserts.

This course is best suited to beginners and runs weekly with each session lasting two hours.

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This Level 2 qualification is an introduction to moving and handling activities for those starting working, returning to work or who need specific training in manual handling, as well as being suitable qualification for refresher training.

The qualification covers:

Reasons for safe manual handling

Manual handling risk assessments principles

Types of equipment

Testing requirements

Manual handling safety

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Applying Design Principles in Art & Design 

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In partnership with University of South Wales and Reaching Wider..

This Level 3 Agored Cymru accredited course will show you different principles which can be used to improve your artwork. You will produce artwork that uses light and shade to show space, scale and perspective. It will also help you produce artwork that uses design principles to show mood and emotion, as well as produce visual records that use the design principles. This will allow you to develop a portfolio of work.

The course runs across 9 weeks, with one 3 hour session per week.

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In partnership with University of South Wales and Reaching Wider...

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In partnership with University of South Wales and Reaching Wider...

Bring your creativity to life in this exciting course exploring different methods of animation. Suitable for total beginners these practical workshops will give you step by step guidance in the different styles and techniques of animation. Industry professionals will introduce you to traditional drawn animation, stop motion and Claymation animation styles and help you develop the skills needed to create own masterpiece. All equipment will be supplied all you need to bring is your creative ideas and enthusiasm to try something new!

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In partnership with University of South Wales and Reaching Wider..

This Higher Education Level 3 module will introduce you to the role of a Teaching Assistant within an early years/primary school setting. You will:

Explore the role of a Teaching Assistant in the support of young learners within a maintained and non-maintained early years/primary school setting.

Understand more about the basic principles of child development and how children learn

Understand the interrelationship and importance of learning through play

Learn about the role government policy, learning environment, class teacher and wider family play in supporting the development process of a child

The Training to be a Teaching Assistant course runs across 9 weeks with one 3 hour session per week.

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This Agored Cymru Entry 2 qualification is most suited to individuals considering a career within the retail sector.

The course will cover:

Merchandising

Stock Rotation

Till Training

Cash Handling

Looking at different types of retailers

Looking at various job roles within retail

The Retail in the Workplace course is usually run across four 2 hour sessions.

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This Agored Cymru Level One course is suitable for individuals within a customer focus job sector. Customer Service is at the forefront of any customer facing job and plays a vital role in the success of any business.

This course covers:

Good customer service

Bad customer service

Understanding the importance of first impression

Dealing with customer problems and complaints

The usual structure of this Customer Service course is three 3 hour sessions.

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International Certificate of Digital Literacy (ICDL)

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International Certificate of Digital Literacy (ICDL)

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ICDL is an internationally recognised level 2 certificate. It allows you to develop essentials skills whilst building your confidence around using IT efficiently and productively. This qualification is designed to improve your Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint & Access.

Various ICDL sessions are run throughout the week. Sessions are usually 2 hours long and will cover your learning independently.

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Agored Cymru's Level 2 Digital Skills for Business course provides you with the digital skills necessary to function in a range of business settings. This qualification is most appropriate for individuals already employed in the business sector or those looking to enhance their skills to prepare for a career change. The qualification covers word processing, spreadsheet techniques and effective digital communication.

Digital Skills for Business drop in sessions are varied days throughout the week with each session being 2 hours long. All learning is done on an independent level and is individually learner paced.

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This Agored Cymru Level 2 course is suited for any individuals who have a team to manage or are looking to progress within their current career.

During this course, you will:

Understand leadership styles in organisations

Understand team dynamics

Understand techniques use to manage the work of teams

Understand the impact of change

Understand team motivation

The Team Leading course runs across four weeks with all sessions being 2 hours long.

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This Agored Cymru Level 2 course is suitable for anyone already working as a business administrator and wanting to upskill. Or for anyone who is looking for a career change and has no relevant experience.

The course includes:

Managing office diary systems

Using office equipment efficiently

The variety of different mail systems & when to use them

Customer service in the business environment

The Business Admin course usually runs across three sessions.

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This Agored Cymru Level 2 course allows you an insight on how to deliver an engaging classroom experience. It is most suited to those who are involved in staff training or those that want to take the step into teaching and training.

Our Train the Trainer course runs across four sessions with each session being 3 hours long.

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This Agored Cymru Level 2 course is an introductory course into becoming a Learning Support Assistant. The course will cover what is to be expected of you within the role of an LSA.

The Learning Support Assistant course is expected to run over three sessions.

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This Agored Cymru Level One course allows you to understand the awareness of policies and procedures of safeguarding when working in the care or education sector. The course will also cover indicates of harm, required actions and the importance of confidentiality.

The Safeguarding course typically runs across four weeks with 2 hours allocated to each session.

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This Agored Cymru Level 1 course is best suited that would like to work in the caring sector. On this course you will understand the principles and values that work in Health & Social Care and learn ways to respect and value those who access the services.

The typical Health & Social Care course runs across four sessions with sessions lasting 2 hours.

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This Agored Cymru Level 1 course will provide an introductory and help decide if counselling is the right career path for you. It will help you gain basic counselling skills and give you an overview of what the training involves before you finally make that career move.

The Counselling Skills course is usually run over four sessions with each session being 2 hours long.

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Messy Hands Pottery

This is a practical workshop where you will explore the properties of clay and learn techniques such as:

Pinch Pots

Coiling Techniques

Slab Techniques

Throwing a pot on the wheel

And decoration techniques of:

Underglaze

Dip Glazing

On-glaze Painting

Decorative Slip

The typical Messy Hands Pottery sessions run across 2 hours for six weeks.

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Parent & Child Pottery

This creative workshop is for the family to come together and explore air dry clay crafts. Doing crafts together with your child allows for quality time and important memories to be created, that will last a lifetime.

The typical Parent & Child Pottery sessions run for an hour (usually after school) for six weeks.

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This workshop is for anyone who would like to make a teddy bear (or bunny rabbit) keepsake made from clothing that holds a sentimental value to the individual.

Your clothing could be:

Baby Clothes

School Uniform

T-Shirt

Blouse/Shirt

The Memory Bear sessions usually run for 2 hours per session across six weeks.

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All of our Stitch & Sew workshops are for people who have never switched on a sewing machine to those who haven't sewn since completing textiles in school.

There is a selection of different sewing project we have covered in the past. There are:

Baby Essentials

Easter Bunny

Patchwork

Personalised Cushion Covers

Upcycle Old Jeans

Usually the Stitch & Sew workshops are run over four weeks for 2 hours per session.

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On top of the qualification we offer support sessions for anyone wanting to obtain their CSCS card. This is usually accessed before an individual is granted access to the course as it allows us to provide support that may be needed.

We offer a CSCS induction, use of the electronic CITB test and Health & Safety in a Construction Environment based questions with answers.

We also offer 1:1 sessions for participants that may need the extra support before accessing the course.

There are various time slots throughout the week where this support can be accessed.

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At our Carpentry workshop, we offer an array of activities for individuals to access and walk away with a handcrafted project.

There is specialist machinery, like the Band Saw where individuals are taught how to design a project before moving across to the band saw to cut the design. Finally then constructing the section together and securing with glue. Our favourite project with the band saw is the decorative tree trunk jewellery box.

There is also the opportunity to turn your hand to Woodturning where a variety of different items can be made, all dependent on a person's ability. Some of our favourite woodturning items are a bowl or a candlestick.

The workshop is also open to your own creative craftsmanship with 'open carpentry', where you can design and create what you would like. We have had bird boxes, wine racks and planters created previously with every design as unique as possible.

All Carpentry workshops are limited due to health & safety in the workshop but there ae various sessions running per week. Most sessions run over 3 hours.

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Plumbing for Beginners

Our Plumbing for Beginners workshops allow you to use tools, equipment and materials typically used in plumbing. The workshops provide a taster into the trade before making the commitment, especially if you're unsure what trade you would like to specialise in.

Along the way on our plumbing workshops you will learn how to fit a bathroom suite as every four weeks will result with a change of component. The four components of a bathroom suite you will learn to install are a toilet, a bath, a sink and a radiator.

Our Plumbing for Beginners sessions run across four weeks with every session being 2 hours.

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Emergency DIY for Plumbing

In our Emergency DIY for Plumbing you will cover the basics of the plumbing world which should make you confident to cut out the tradesman and keep costs down for the odd job.

The 'odd jobs' covered are:

Preparing in readiness for the winter

Leaking taps

Bleed radiators & balance heat issues

Unblock sinks, change & clean pipework and sink traps

Fit an outside tap

Solder a joint

Learn how to use push fittings and compression joints

Each Emergency DIY sessions runs for two hours.

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Bricklaying for Beginners

This taster workshop is the perfect opportunity to try your hand at bricklaying before making a carer commitment. During this workshop you will learn the basics of bricklaying, covering:

How to mix mortar

How to use the correct tools & equipment

Different pointing methods and techniques

How to set our and plan to build a wall

How to lay bricks using different techniques

Different styles of walls

Each Bricklaying for Beginners session is two hours long and delivered on a weekly basis.

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Plastering for Beginners

During this workshop, you learn how to complete the basic plastering jobs around the house. The workshop covers:

Cutting & fitting plasterboards

Taping joints

Preparing the surface for plastering

Mixing plastering materials

Skimming surfaces

Applying unibond to exisiting surfaces

The Plastering for Beginners workshops run once a week with every session being 2 hours.

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DIY Wall Tiling & Repairs

If you are tiling beginner, then this workshop is suitable. If you are always wanting to renovate and change something at home but can't keep affording builders then learn to do it yourself. Our DIY tiling course will cover cutting, laying and grouting of the tiles.

The DIY Wall Tiling & Repairs workshop runs once a week with 2 hour sessions.

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Have you got any DIY jobs that need doing around the house or garden? In this course you will learn how to fit an outside tap, unblock sinks, prepare walls for painting and any other minor repairs around the house.

This course is four weeks with every session lasting 2 hours.

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Basic ICT

During these drop in sessions, the computing world is yours for the taking. Learn the most basic of skills from using a mouse or keyboard, to booking appointments, & placing a food shop delivery. Nothing is too simple or difficult, it is totally independent learning.

The Basic ICT drop in sessions usually run for 2 hours a few times a week.

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Digital Skills for CV Writing

During this workshop you will learn the skills to create and edit a professional CV. So if your CV needs updating, this is the workshop for you.

The Digital Skills for CV Writing workshop usually runs for four weeks with 2 hour time slots per session.

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Minute Taking

If Minute Taking is part of your job role that you dread on a regular basis, this workshop is suitable for you. Learn the basics of Minute Taking and become confident in your ability as an individual. Get rid of that meeting dread.

A usual Minute Taking workshop is 2 hours.

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Family Tree

Explore your family tree and learn all about your heritage. You may be shocked at what you find out - you could be the great, great, great niece of Royalty or a descendant of Walt Disney.

Our Family Tree workshop is 2 hours per session with one session per week.

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Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Excel Workshops

During our Excel workshop you can build your confidence through the three levels.

Beginner Excel will cover the very basics of an Excel document. Intermediate Excel will take a look at how you can make formulae and functions that work for you to improve productivity in the workplace or at home. Advanced Excel will allow you to take spreadsheets to the next level and explore how much Excel has to offer. From timesheets to budgets, managing your workload or producing those important reports.

Our Excel Workshops are run over 2 hours, per session.

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Interview Preparation

Join our interactive interview workshop designed to help you stand out from the crowd. Learn how to build your interview answers effectively and present yourself to step into any interview feeling prepared and unstoppable.

Our Interview Preparation Sessions are run over 2 hours, per session.

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Stay Safe Online

Learn the fundamentals of online safety including how to create strong passwords, recognise scams and keep your personal information secure.

Our Stay Safe Online Workshops are run over 2 hours, per session.

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Creative AI

Learn how to create stunning AI-generated images, explore tools for writing and creative content & tips for using AI to enhance your artistic ideas.

Our Creative AI Workshops are run over 2 hours, per session.

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YouTube Wizardry

This hands-on workshop introduces you to the magic of video creation, covering the essentials of filming, editing and optimising content for social media.

Our YouTube Wizardry workshop is 2 hours per session with one session per week.

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Office 365

Unlock the power of Office 365 in this beginner friendly workshop. Learn how to navigate essential apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.

Our Office 365 workshops are run over 2 hours, per session.

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Using Canva

Whether you are a beginner or looking to boost your creative skills, this workshops is perfect for you.

Our Using Canva are run over 2 hours, per session.

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Autism Awareness

This awareness workshop allows you to have a clearer understanding on how to support both adults and children with autism.

The typical Autism Awareness workshops runs for two hours.

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Dementia Awareness

This awareness workshop allows you to have a clearer understanding on how to support a dementia sufferer in the best way possible.

The typical Dementia Awareness workshop runs for two hours.

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Dyslexia in Education

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Underage Sales

This workshop is suitable to anyone who works in the industry that sells alcohol, whether that be a shop, restaurant or a bar.

The workshop covers:

Laws surrounding underage sales

Risks of underage drinking

Acceptable ID

Law surrounding serving alcohol to children

Identifying underage customers

Identifying fake ID

Minimum unit pricing

The Underage Sales workshop is typically a 2 hour session.

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Substance Misuse

Our Substance Misuse workshop is an introduction on dealing with substance misuse. Look at varying ways on supporting an individual with substance misuse and how to approach a situation that may arise.

The Substance Misuse workshop is typically a 2 hour session.

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Mediation, Difficult Conversations, Body Language & Talk the Talk

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Introduction to Mediation

During this workshop, you will:

Understand mediation

Understand the steps of the mediation journey

Learn important mediation skills and approaches

Learn mediator questions and put to practice

The Introduction to Mediation will run across four sessions, all lasting 2 hours long.

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Difficult Conversations

During this Difficult Conversations workshop you will cover active listening, preparing conversations, problem solving and asking the right questions. This will prepare you for any difficult conversations that may arise in the workplace so that you are equipped to deal with them in the best way possible.

A typical Difficult Conversations workshop is run over two hours.

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Body Language

Our Body Language workshop is designed to improve your active listening skills and understand the importance of body language.

The Body Language workshop is run over two hours.

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Talk the Talk

This course will cover how to make a lasting first impression, present information with clarity and confidence, master body language and voice projection whilst boosting your self assurance in any speaking situation.

A typical Talk the Talk workshop is run over two hours for four weeks.

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If you're a dog owner or lover, be prepared for any emergency and become a canine first aider. During this interactive workshop, gain valuable skills and keep your furry friends safe.

This workshop covers:

Life-saving techniques

Understanding dog-specific health concerns

Equip your first aid kit

Receive expert guidance

The typical Canine First Aid workshop runs for two hours.

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Creative Writing, Poetry Appreciation, Film Making & Digital Photography

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Creative Writing

This workshop will able you to convey your feelings and moods through writing. It will also help you to understand the use of imagery when writing creatively. By the end of the workshop, you will be able to write an autographical episode and use correct punctuations, grammar and spelling.

A typical Creative Writing workshop consists of 2 hour sessions spread across four weeks.

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Poetry Appreciation

Whether you’re a poet pro or a recent rhymer this workshop will explore poetry forms & techniques, inspirations & themes allowing you to express your emotions through words along with the opportunity to share with your peers. Connect with fellow poets in a warm and supportive environment where everyone’s voice is valued.

A typical Poetry Appreciation session runs for 2 hours.

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Film Making

During this workshop, learn how to plan and film a short film for social media. This workshop is suitable for individuals that may have to update social media as part of their job role and are looking for interesting new ways to keep engagement and interactions up.

The typical Film Making workshop runs for four weeks, 2 hours per session.

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Digital Photography

This course will cover a range of photography genres such as landscape, wildlife, portrait and photography.

The typical Digital Photography workshop runs for four weeks, 2 hours per session.

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Our Arts & Crafts social group is for anybody wanting to unleash a little bit of creativity and escape from reality.

We cover various arts and crafts from rock painting to seasonal crafts. Every arts and crafts session has mindfulness attached to allow you to focus on your wellbeing.

A typical Arts & Crafts session runs for 2 hours across four sessions.

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This social group will allow you to get creative with vinyl arts using a Cricut machine. You will learn the design process from start to finish, including the transfer of vinyl across to a surface area.

Get creative with some personal projects or DIY your very own wedding. The possibilities are endless with Crafting with Cricut.

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Our Jewellery Making social group is for anyone that wants to get creative by making their own bespoke jewellery. From necklaces, to bracelets and earrings - the creative possibilities are endless.

Our Jewellery Making sessions usually run over 4/5 weeks for two hours at a time.

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Our Ladies Menopause Coffee Morning provides a safe space where ladies that are struggling with the effects of Perimenopause and Menopause can come along to share what they are going through that may help someone else.

The sessions include face yoga and mindfulness. They are run once a month for 1.5 hours.

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Find Your Inner Strength Confidence Building

Building confidence can be learned and will help you on your self-development journey. Finding your inner strength will allow you to become more confident in your own wellbeing.

A typical Confidence Building workshop runs for two hours per week.

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Mindfulness Meditation

Come along to this workshop and take some time out for self-care, learn breathing techniques and how to help control your thoughts. The session is then usually concluded by choosing some angelic and inspiration cards for guidance on your self-development journey.

A typical Mindfulness Meditation session runs for an hour per session.

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Crystal Therapy

An introductory workshop if you are inquisitive about learning more regarding crystals and their healing properties.

A typical Crystal Therapy workshop runs for 2 hours per week, across four weeks.

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Wake Up Your Wellbeing

This is a self-development workshop that will teach you techniques to improve your overall emotional wellbeing.

A usual Wake Up Your Wellbeing sessions runs for 2 hours over four weeks.

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Motivational Interviewing

Motivational Interviewing is a counselling approach designed to help people find the motivation to make a positive behaviour change. This client-centred approach is particularly effective for individuals who have mixed feeling about changing their behaviour.

This Motivational Interviewing workshop runs once a week for 2 hours.

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Managing Anxiety

Do you sometimes get stressed? Or feel anxious in your daily life? This workshop will help you to learn coping mechanisms to help you deal with these feelings.

A usual Managing Anxiety workshop runs for 2 hours over four weeks.

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Crystal & Chakra Balancing

This comprehensive and interactive workshop is designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills to harness the vibrational energy of crystals for personal wellness and spiritual growth.

A usual Crystal & Chakra Balancing workshop runs for 2 hours over four weeks.

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Crystal Wrapping Craft

The opportunity to make your own crystal pendant to take home.

A usual Crystal Wrapping Craft workshop runs for 2 hours over two weeks.

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Angelic Reiki

This form of Reiki calls upon the divine power of angels to bring balance and profound healing. Angelic Reiki is on a one-to-one basis.

There are various times & dates available for this workshop.

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Watercolour for Wellbeing

Take a break from the hustle and immerse yourself in a calming, creative space. This workshop invites you to explore watercolours at your own pace - no experience needed!

The Watercolour for Wellbeing is a one-day workshop lasting three hours.

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Leave your ego at the door and just move in any way you like to the music.

Dance Like No One is Watching usually runs once a week for an hour, across four weeks.

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This Agored Cymru entry 3 course allows individuals to learn strategies to help you manage stress and to build resilience, to help when life gets too challenging and looking after your overall emotional wellbeing.

A typical Resilience Skills course runs across four 2 hour sessions.

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Asbestos is probably the most dangerous building material ever used. Every year thousands of people fall ill and die because of exposure to asbestos and it was widely used by the construction industry right up until the year 2000.

The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 apply to employers, employees, self employed persons and duty holders and cover all work with asbestos containing materials. Regulation 10 of CAR states that every employer must ensure that adequate information, instruction and training is given to employees who are liable to be exposed to asbestos. This includes maintenance workers and others who may come into contact with or disturb asbestos.

This course covers all areas of asbestos awareness and is designed for anyone who may come into contact with asbestos in their work. Most commonly, that includes builders, plumbers, electricians, carpenters and other building related and maintenance trades.

This online course is approved by IIRSM, CPD & IIRSM and has the duration of 65 minutes.

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This course looks and focuses on the mental health of children and young people.

Course modules:

Mental illnesses in children and young adults

Signs of mental illness in children and young adults

Diagnosis and treatments

Prognoses and outcomes

Support

This course is CPD approved with a duration of 90 minutes.

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Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)

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This course covers what you need to know about the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH). It’s aimed at anyone who is exposed to Substances Hazardous to Health at work, as well as line managers with responsibility for such people.

Course Modules:

Introducing COSHH

Different Types of Hazard

Different Types of Exposure

Regulations and Approved Labelling

Assessing COSHH Risks

Risk Assessments

Exposure Control

Staying in Control

Training and Emergency Planning

This online course is approved by IIRSM and Institute of Hospitality and has the duration of 125 minutes.

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Our online fire safety training courses are aimed at all employees to assist them in identifying and reducing the risk that fire presents in the workplace.

​Fire marshals (sometimes known as fire wardens) are civilians trained to assist in emergency fire evacuation procedures at businesses and other organizations. It is a legal obligation that workplaces must have a sufficient number of fire marshals to deal with fire emergencies.

​This course provides extensive knowledge of fire prevention, evacuation protocol and using fire extinguishers.

This online course is approved by CPD, Gatehouse Awards, IIRSM and Institute of Hospitality. The duration of this course is 220 minutes.

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Manual handling, or to be accurate, incorrect manual handling, is one of the most common causes of injury at work. To try and combat manual handling problems, the Manual Handling Operations Regulations were introduced.

The Regulations lay out duties for both employees and employers. They give a general requirement that employees must be trained to manually handle correctly including the use of any equipment their employer provides to handle loads safely.

This course outlines exactly what constitutes manual handling and covers the regulations and legislation that apply to manual handling tasks. It then goes on to cover safe handling techniques and how to develop good habits in relation to manual handling. It finishes off by introducing some practical solutions and the use of mechanical aids.

This course is approved by IIRSM, CPD and IOSH and has the duration of 75 minutes.

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The term work at height applies to a wide range of situations ranging from the obvious ones like working on platforms, ladders, scaffolds or stages to working alongside deep trenches. This is because the crucial thing to understand about work at height is that it’s not how far you climb, but how far you can fall. ‘Falls’ doesn’t just mean people falling from heights. If materials or equipment fall, that will obviously present an equally dangerous hazard to anyone below.

All working at height situations are covered by health and safety legislation. Chief among these is the Work at Height Regulations 2005. These regulations confer legal duties on employers and employees to assess, control and minimise risks and hazards from work at height.

This course covers topics including the dangers of working at height, the regulations, the hierarchy of controls, assessing risk and much more. It’s vital to understand all this because as I’m sure you’ll know, working at height can be extremely dangerous.

This course is approved by CPD, IIRSM and Gatehouse Awards. The duration is 105 minutes.

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This course will cover the legislation associates with working in confined spaces. What counts as a confined space, the potential hazards, safe operating procedures, emergency procedures and rescue.

At the end of this course you’ll be able to demonstrate your understanding of the control measures to be followed when working in, or near to, confined spaces as detailed in a safe working procedure.

This course is approved by CPD, IIRSM and IOSH. The duration of this course is 25 minutes.

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The Personal Track Safety (PTS) course is run across 10 days, where attendance is mandatory to complete the qualification.

We recommend that individuals who want to enter the Rail Industry undertake the Track Induction Course. This course is designed to train new workers who will be responsible for maintaining, inspecting, or renewing the railway track or performing other duties that may impact the stability, position, or integrity of the track infrastructure.

There are recommended stages for any new workers to achieve the desired outcome of obtaining their PTS license.

Stage 1: At the beginning of a candidate's journey, we offer a pre-course drug and alcohol screening to determine their eligibility for further progress. Those who pass this screening can move forward, while those who don't pass will receive feedback and guidance on improving. If this screening is not completed, and the individual fails the formal Rail D&A, they will receive a five-year ban from any employment on or near the Rail infrastructure.

Stage 2: New entrants to the Rail industry will have to undergo the following training:

Mandatory Medical & Drug/Alcohol Testing

PTS AC/DCCR - Track Induction course (10-days)

First Aid at Work

Manual Handling

Small Tools (maintenance) - tools chosen by the future employer

This package has been designed to meet the needs of prospective learners, enhancing their training ahead of a standard new starter. It also meets the requirements of any employing authority who seeks a sustainable workforce.

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Abrasive Wheels

Adobe Photoshop

Advanced Jewellery Making

Aired Dried Clay Crafts

Allergy Awareness

Animation

Applying Design Principles in Art & Design

Art in Health

Art for Wellbeing

Articulated Dumper Truck

Arts & Crafts

Asbestos Awareness

Autism Awareness

B

Basic ICT Skills

Body Language

Bricklaying

British Sign Language

Business Administration

C

Canine First Aid

Carpentry

Ceramics: Mandela Hotplate

Children & Young People's Mental Health

Classroom Assistant

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

Counselling Skills

Creative AI

Creating with Cricut

Creative Writing

Criminology

Crystal Therapy

CSCS Support & 1:1

Customer Service Skills

D

Dance Like No One is Watching

Dementia Awareness

Difficult Conversations

Digital Creativity

Digital Photography

Digital Skills for Business

Digital Skills for CV Writing

DIY Home Repairs

Don't Be Fooled by Fake News

Dyslexia in Education

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EAL

ECS

EESS

Emergency First Aid at Work

Excel Workshops

F

Family Tree

Felting Techniques

Find You Inner Strength - Confidence Building

Film Making

Fire Marshal

First Aid

First Steps in Welsh

Food Allergy Awareness

Food Safety & Hygiene

Forklift

Forward Tipping Dumper

G

Gardening: Herb Garden

Gel Nails & BIAB

Glue Gun Crafts

H

Hair Extensions

Health & Safety in a Construction Environment

Health & Safety in the Workplace

Health & Social Care

I

International Computer Driving License (ICDL)

Interview Preparation

Introduction to Mediation

Invent Your Future

IPAF 3A & 3B

J

Jewellery Making

L

Ladies Menopause Coffee Morning

Lash Lift & Tint

Learning Support Assistant

M

Manual Handling

Memory Bears

Mindfulness

Minute Taking

Mosaics

Motivational Interviewing

P

Paediatric First Aid

Parent & Child Pottery

Personal License Holder

Personal Safety for Lone Workers

Personal Track Safety (PTS)

Photography

Plastering

Plumbing

Poetry Appreciation

Pottery for Adults

Pre-Employment: Health Care Assistant

Psychology

Public Speaking

R

Resilience Skills

Retail in the Workplace

Retrofit & Domestic Assessor

Risk Assessment

Road Roller

Rock & Pebble Craft

S

Safeguarding

Security Industry Authority (SIA)

Simple Coding

Smartphone Video

Solar PV

Stay Safe Online

Stitch & Sew

Substance Misuse

Sugar Craft

T

Talk the Talk

Team Leading

Tiling

Train the Trainer

Training to be a Teaching Assistant

Tree of Life Dream Catcher Craft

U

Underage Sales

UV Gel Nails

W

Wake Up Your Wellbeing

Web Page Design

Working at Height

Working in Confined Spaces

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Gardening: Herb Garden & Grow Your Own Veg

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Herb Garden

Learn how to grow and plant vegetables from seed to produce and all the steps in between.

A typical Herb Garden workshops runs for four weeks with each session being 2 hours long.

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Grow Your Own Veg

This course will teach you horticultural basics such as the preparation and growing of vegetables and herbs in a garden/outdoor space.

A typical Grow Your Own Veg workshops runs for four weeks with each session being 2 hours long.

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This course is intended for experienced electricians and installers who are looking to enhance their current skillset to allow them to install domestic, commercial and “on street” vehicle charging points. Delegates will require the IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging. Attendees must provide evidence of L3 Craft qualification as listed in the EAS specification or hold an electrician gold card. You will be taught how to design, specify, install, fault find, test and inspect electric vehicle charging points both for the commercial and domestic sector. This includes the “on street” points that you may have seen in many town centres.

Introduction to Electric Vehicles - Electric Vehicle types, characteristics, charging requirements, safety considerations

Overview of Electric Vehicle charging - Modes of charging and requirements, restrictions

Electrical Installation Requirements - Supply, Earthing, Planning permission, Explosive atmospheres, Protection, Labelling, Control, Risk assessment

Installation - Practical domestic and commercial installation

Inspection, Test and Certification - Commissioning and DNO paperwork

System Test, Fault Finding and Examination - Includes both a practical and written assessments

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The qualification comprises of knowledge/understanding and performance units, which between them cover the skills, knowledge and understanding required in the installation of small scale SPV systems, e.g. dwelling installations.

1. Plan and prepare for the installation of a solar photovoltaic system

2. Install solar photovoltaic system components

3. Inspect and test a new solar photovoltaic system installation

4. Commission a new solar photovoltaic system installation

5. Handover a new solar photovoltaic system installation.

Exams – Online Multiple-Choice Exam and you will be assessed on assignments provided.

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Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS)

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Our EESS training is provided by local training provider, South Wales Electrical Training (SWET).

EESS are technologies that store electrical energy for later use. The allow renewable energy sources like wind and solar to power more of our electrical grid.

Our EESS training is a 2-day course based down in Bridgend.

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Our Smartphone Video Production workshop is delivered by Future Digital Education LTD and is a 1-day course lasting 3 hours.

Experience the benefits of Smartphone Video production training which is suitable for anyone who videos content for a profession or for fun.

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Our Public Speaking workshop is delivered by Future Digital Education LTD and is a 1-day course lasting 3 hours.

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Our Gel Nails & BIAB course is delivered by Taylored for You Beauty.

This course covers the application of Builder Gel. how to repair a broken nail and how to apply a nail tip to carry out short extensions using BIAB. This is an in-depth course and will not only cover correct preparation of the nail, but also the correct structure of the gel.

Our Gel Nails & BIAB course is a one-day course, usually 10am-3pm.

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Our Lash Lift & Tint Course is delivered by Taylored for You Beauty.

Lash Lift utilises the latest technology with specially shaped silicone pads and the very latest activation and neutralising solutions to make successful application far easier and more pleasant for therapists and clients.

Our Lash Lift & Tint course is a one-day course, usually 10am-4pm.

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Our Hair Extension training is provided by Unique Hair.

The Two Method Hair Extension Training is for beginners, so no previous training or experience is required. The training will give the opportunity for you to learn nano ring and tape application methods.

Our Hair Extension training is a one-day course.

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Retrofit Assessor

Our Retro Assessor training is delivered by Energy Trust.

Train to become a Retrofit Assessor and play a vital role in improving energy efficiency in existing buildings. Our comprehensive course equips you with the knowledge and skills to assess properties and support sustainable retrofitting projects.

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Domestic Assessor

Our Domestic Assessor training is delivered by Energy Trust.

Start your career as a Domestic Energy Assessor with our accredited courses. Learn to assess and produce Energy Performance Certificates for existing homes, gaining the skills and certification needed for a rewarding role in the energy sector.

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In partnership with University of South Wales and Reaching Wider...

This course will provide a fascinating introduction to all aspects of 21st Century Policing, Criminology and the Justice system. There will be a mix of the theory behind work within policing, probation and prisons alongside handson practical experiences including crime scene investigation and exploring the types of evidence that would be required for the Crown Prosecution Service to successfully prosecute. The course will enable you to find out more about the variety of qualifications and rewarding roles available in this sector.

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In partnership with University of South Wales and Reaching Wider...

This course provides an introduction to Psychology and Therapeutic Studies, covering the key principles of the scientific study of thought and behaviour together with the development of clinical and non clinical approaches to helping people. The work of key theorists who have influenced the latest psychological ideas and practices will be studied.  As well as learning about psychological theories and debates there will be practical demonstrations of therapeutic tools and insight into the importance of evidence-based research from stories and statistics.

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In partnership with University of South Wales and Reaching Wider...

This course provides a broad overview of digital photography exploring fundamental concepts, techniques and creative approaches. Students will delve into various aspects of photography including composition, lighting, portraiture, macro photography and landscape photography. Participants will learn how to operate a digital camera effectively and also gain insights into the artistic and technical aspects of photography. Through practical demonstration we will explore the basic features of digital cameras including different shooting modes, exposure settings, navigating menus and lens options. Students will learn how to adjust settings and select appropriate equipment for different photographic scenarios.

By the end of the course, students will have gained a solid foundation in digital photography techniques and aesthetics, enabling them to confidently explore their creativity and capture compelling images in a variety of genres.

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In partnership with University of South Wales and Reaching Wider...

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The Health Care Assistant course allows you to begin a career in healthcare with no prior experience. The course will include a level one in health and social care, support with job applications, interview preparation who has vacancies for Health Care Assistants.

A typical Health Care Assistant course will be eight sessions across four weeks where attendance at all eight sessions is mandatory.

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Unlock your potential with our new course designed to shift your mindset for success. Through engaging lessons and practical exercises, you'll learn to let go of limiting beliefs, embrace resilience, and develop a growth mindset through positive self-talk. Discover how to navigate challenges with confidence and turn setbacks into opportunities. Join to reshape your thinking and elevate your life.

A typical Invent Your Future course runs across 5 weeks.

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Our Digital Creativity course is for anyone looking to boost their creative skills. You will learn how to create multimedia resources using Canva for specific purposes, understand what a multimedia digital resources is and how to review and improve your digital creations. You will gain practical skills that you can use to create for social media or design print adverts like flyers and posters.

A typical Digital Creativity courses runs across 4 weeks.

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Risk assessment is a systematic method of looking at work activities, and considering the things that could cause significant harm to people, property or the environment.

The most important purpose of risk assessments is to help prevent accidents and ensure the safety of employees and anyone affected by workplace activities. At the end of this course, candidates will have an understanding of what a risk assessment is and how to complete one.

To achieve this the course will define important terms, provide some basic background information to explain how important risk assessments are and discuss some of the legislation that applies. It will then go on to provide practical advice on how to identify hazards and analyse risk before finishing off by explaining the responsibilities of both employers and employee with regards to risk assessment.

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This Level 2 Food Hygiene course is designed for anyone who works with, or handles food and wants to meet the UK food training requirements. In this Food Hygiene Online Course you will learn about the impact of food-borne illnesses, food safety hazards and contamination, food preservation, storage and temperature control, as well as HACCP.

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It is a legal requirement that food businesses are able to communicate information about allergenic ingredients to customers. This course teaches best practice in storage, usage, documentation and communication of allergens in order to keep customers, staff and business safe. By emphasising the importance of diligence when following allergen rules and policies, this course underlines the critical role of food handlers, front of house staff, early years practitioners, health & care assistants and other food workers in ensuring customer safety.

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This course is aimed at anyone who uses abrasive wheels, or employs people who use abrasive wheels as part of their work.

There are a wide range of tools and processes that use abrasive wheels and ensuring these are used correctly and safely is of paramount importance.

Applications range from hand grinding to disc cutting. They can be used at all stages of a work process, for making preliminary cuts and scores in materials, or for fine polishing and finishing.

Different wheels will have different properties and characteristics suitable for particular tasks. They also have different weaknesses and can pose different risks and hazards in handling and use. For this reason, it’s important that you always select the right abrasive wheel for the job and use it with the right machinery.

This course covers the anatomy of an abrasive wheel, the dangers associated with their use, Storage and handling and much more.

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This Level 1 Environmental Sustainability course allows you to develop your knowledge on environmental awareness and sustainability.

A typical Environmental Sustainability course runs for two days with each session being 3 hours long.

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This Level 1 course is ideal if you are working towards your CSCS card as this qualification is a pre requisite to ensure that you get it.

Our course runs on a weekly basis with various sessions available. The course is a one-day course.

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Learn about improving biodiversity and attracting nature to your garden. Build bird boxes, bat boxes, bird tables, hedgehog boxes and bug boxes as well as planting and sowing wild plant areas.

This course is an Entry 2 qualification and typically workshop runs for four weeks, 2 and a half hours per session.

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Hairdressing

Do you want to explore the world of hairdressing as a career? This course will give you an introduction in to many aspects including hairstyling, customer service and how to present yourself in a salon.

This course runs for four weeks, each session lasting two hours.

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UV Gel Nails

This course is suitable for beginners & existing nail technicians to learn skills and techniques in UV gel nails. Participants will be expected to work on each other, therefore, all nail extensions/gel polish will need to be removed beforehand.

This course runs for four weeks, each session lasting two hours.

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Beauty

Have you considered a career in the beauty industry? This course will give you an introduction to the many aspects of this and will also include customer service and how to present yourself in a salon.

This course runs for four weeks, each session lasting two hours.

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Our Indian Head Massage Course is delivered by Taylored for You Beauty.

A calming, hands-on course where you’ll learn traditional techniques to ease tension in the head, neck, and shoulders. Ideal for beginners or anyone wanting to explore holistic therapies. No experience needed!