Adult Education Courses

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1 Adult Education Courses September 2016/ A greener place to live, work and visit Man gwyrddach i fyw, gweithio ac ymweld

2 How do I enrol? All learners must provide proof of ID and National Insurance Number. If claiming a concession proof of benefit must be provided. No early enrolments will be permitted. All enrolments are on a first come first served basis. Enrolments cannot be made for learners who are unable to attend the enrolment session. Enrolment times are listed at the back of this brochure by Centre details. If you miss enrolment times, don t worry. It will be possible to enrol at the first session of the class of your choice, unless the class is full. Some classes will not be able to run unless there are 10 learners enrolled by week 3 of the course. Please contact us if you are unsure if a class is for you or not, we can arrange for the class tutor to give you a call. Classes commence from: Various dates throughout September Contact your centre for details. 1

3 Community Education Courses 2016/2017 Centre Contact Details and Opening Times: BLACKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE Blackwood Comprehensive School, Cefn Road, Blackwood NP12 1ZR Blackwood Community Opening times: Tuesday and Wednesday 9-3pm and 7-9pm Enrolment times: 6th and 7th September pm and pm CRUMLIN INSTITUTE Institute Building, Crumlin Square, Crumlin NP11 4QD lcblack@caerphilly.gov.uk Crumlin Adult Education Centre RISCA BASIC SKILLS UNIT Old Housing Building, Brookland Road, Risca NP11 6BH LCBASIC@Caerphilly.gov.uk Caerphilly Family THE HANGAR 81 CENTRE Bedwellty Road, Aberbargoed, CF81 9DN ROOM HIRE AT OXFORD HOUSE Variety of rooms available, prices start from 8 an hour i.e. classrooms, hall, cookery room, IT suite. OXFORD HOUSE Grove Road, Risca, NP11 6GN Oxfordhouse@caerphilly.gov.uk Opening times: Monday 9-4pm, Tuesday 9am-9pm, Wednesday 9am-4pm, Thursday 9am-9pm. : Friday all day Enrolment times: 6th and 7th September communityeducation@caerphilly.gov.uk 2

4 Adult Education Courses 2016/2017 Risca Basic Skills Unit Crumlin, Bargoed, Risca, Blackwood and more IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH AND MATHS Gain confidence and improve your skills in a small, friendly group. Increase your confidence in everyday English and Maths Help your children with their school work Get help with form filling, CV writing and budgeting Improve your job prospects and gain a qualification Progress onto further training or education ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL) If English is not your main language, you can do a course to help improve your English. What does an ESOL course cover? Speaking and listening Reading and writing Vocabulary Punctuation and grammar Classes are held in Risca and Caerphilly. THERE MAY BE A FEE TO PAY. Morning, afternoon or evening classes available all year in centres throughout Caerphilly County Borough. ALL CLASSES ARE FREE! For further details on any of these courses, please call the Risca Basic Skills unit on

5 Risca Basic Skills Unit All classes are FREE! FAMILY LEARNING Family Learning allows parents to improve their own literacy/numeracy skills alongside their child/children in their home, local school or community venue. Experience a fun learning activity as a family Find out more about what your child is learning in school Have the opportunity to improve your own skills and widen your own learning Parents/carers can take part in a 6 week programme in the home or 12 week school or community group. Sessions are held during the day and after school. For a FREE callback, text your name to LANGUAGE AND PLAY Fun, interactive sessions for parents and children. (0-4 years) in the home, nurseries, libraries, community centres and schools. LAP aims to promote children s language development through play LAP helps to develop good speaking and listening skills which prepare children for school Playing and learning together helps to increase confidence and social skills Sessions are free, run for 6 weeks and last for an hour. For further details on any of these courses, please call the Risca Basic Skills unit on communityeducation@caerphilly.gov.uk 4

6 Adult Education Courses 2016/2017 Risca Basic Skills Unit DIGITAL LITERACY (Using IT and the Internet) This course will teach you the essential skills to begin computing with confidence. What does a Digital Literacy course cover? How to turn on and turn off a digital device Accessing the internet safely How to open a folder and file How to enter simple information to complete a task Presenting information Using a digital device - Smart phones, tablets, PC, laptops, digital cameras, printers, etc. e-books, online, newspapers, etc. Working with others to solve a simple digital task. How to enhance a digital resource - applying colour, different fonts, etc. How to use digital tools - social media, instant messaging, smart phones, tablets, etc. You will have the opportunity to achieve an accredited certificate. Morning, afternoon or evening classes available all year in centres throughout Caerphilly County Borough. ALL DIGITAL LITERACY CLASSES ARE FREE. Using a digital source for information - search engine. Find us on For further details on any of these courses, please call the Risca Basic Skills unit on

7 Employability Courses COMPUTER TASTER COURSES These courses will help you learn the essential skills to begin computing with confidence, be more productive at home and at work, stay safe online, use technology to complement your lifestyle, and consider careers where you can put your skills to work. Call us on for further details. FOOD SAFETY IN CATERING LEVEL 2 1 DAY COURSE The qualification is designed principally for those who are, or intend to be, food handlers working in catering. Day: Tuesday Venue: Blackwood Cost: from EUROPEAN COMPUTER DRIVING LICENCE (ECDL) EXTRA ECDL Extra promotes the efficient use of popular office application software including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations. Day: 6-9 pm Venue: Oxford House Cost: 237** POOL LIFEGUARD AWARD The HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding is an accredited qualification is valid for two years and is of equal standing to other Pool Lifeguard qualifications. Candidates can keep up to date with regular on-going training, it provides the necessary skills and knowledge for learners who wish to apply for posts as a pool lifeguard (100 % attendance is required). You need to be able to swim front crawl for 50 metres with confidence in 50 seconds. The course will also include the EFAW and AED awards. If successful you will gain three qualifications. Contact jonesp4@caerphilly. gov.uk for further details these five day courses are held throughout the year. communityeducation@caerphilly.gov.uk 6

8 Adult Education Courses 2016/2017 Employability Courses **FEES - Concessions are available please contact Centre for details. CLASSROOM ASSISTANT AGORED LEVEL 2 This qualification is aimed at people who would like an introduction into becoming a teaching assistant in a school and could lead onto the Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. Day: Wednesday pm Venue: 15 weeks Cost: 78 (concessions apply)** SUPPORTING TEACHING & LEARNING IN SCHOOLS LEVEL 2 This qualification will enable learners to develop the knowledge and skills needed when supporting teaching and learning in primary, secondary or special schools. It covers a wide range of areas including children and young people s develop-ment, supporting those with disabilities or special educational needs and commu-nication and professional relationships. You will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement as you need to show competence in both knowledge and skills. Day: 6-9 pm Venue: Blackwood Cost: 395** (concessions apply) GCSE ENGLISH Day: Wednesday Venue: Blackwod Adult Education Centre Cost: 165 (concessions apply) GCSE MATHS Day: Venue: Blackwod Adult Education Centre Cost: 165 (concessions apply) THE AWARD IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING 30 hours The HABC Level 3 Award in Education and Training (QCF) has been designed to provide an introduction to teaching for individuals who would like to work or currently work within FE Colleges, Independent Training Providers and/or Local Authorities. It can meet the needs of a range of trainee teachers, such as: Individuals not currently teaching or training Individuals currently teaching and training, including those new to the profession Learners are required to gather knowledge about the role and responsibilities of a teacher. During this intensive course, they will be encouraged to develop skills which will enable them to plan, deliver and evaluate basic teaching and learning sessions. You will be required to plan and deliver a number of micro teaching sessions, and submit three academic assignments ( words each using the Harvard referencing technique), all of which will mean extra work outside of the taught classroom sessions noted below. What are the entry requirements for this qualification? Learners must be aged 19+ and undertake a formal initial assessment for English, mathematics and ICT. You will be tested on these entry requirements. You will be expected to conduct micro teaches using ICT. Learners must produce a portfolio of evidence that will meet the learning outcomes for the units that have been selected. 7

9 Learn for Life Classes at Oxford House Learn for Life has been formed by tutors who are working independently of Oxford House. POTTERY JO ON for 5 weeks Wed 10-noon Tues 7-9 pm Wed pm - ILS Starts W/C 12th September SIMPLY SEW SHAN ON for 10 weeks Thursday 10-noon Thursday pm Starts 15th September HONEY YOGA MELANIE ON for 5 weeks 5.50 drop-in Thur Term Time Starts 15th September SUGARCRAFT & CAKE DECORATING JENNY ON for 10 weeks Mon 10-noon Mon 4-6 pm Wed 10-noon Starts W/C 12th September SIGN LANGUAGE 80 for 10 weeks Thur Term Time Starts in Jan 2017 HOME BAKING FOR ALL LEVELS JENNY ON for 4 weeks Tuesday 6-9pm Starts 13th September PILATES SVETLA ON a month or 6 pay as u go Wed pm Starts 6th September LANGUAGES - 10 WEEK COURSES FRENCH ADVANCED - Muriel Brown Tues 7-9 pm justin.brown@ntlworld.com FRENCH WITH MURIEL Starts Monday 12th September BEGINNERS SPANISH - Jane Morgan Tues 7-9 pm BEGINNERS SPANISH - John Davies Tues 11-1pm ESSENTIAL SPANISH - John Davies Tues 7-9pm Starts 13th Sept BEGINNERS FRENCH - Jane Morgan Thurs 7-9 pm ART SCHOOL - SHIRLEY GRIFFITHS ART PAINTING & DRAWING Mon 1 pm OIL PAINTING Mon 1 3pm ART PAINTING & DRAWING Tues 10-noon ART PAINTING & DRAWING Wed 10 noon ART PAINTING & DRAWING Thurs 10 noon ART PAINTING & DRAWING Thurs 7-9pm artschoolwales@gmail.com communityeducation@caerphilly.gov.uk 8

10 Adult Education Courses 2016/2017 Clubs at Oxford House, Blackwood AEC & Crumlin AEC CLUBS AT BLACKWOOD SEWING CLUB SHAN SPELLER for 10 weeks Tues 7-9 pm Wed pm Wed 7-9 pm SUGARCRAFT COURSE CAROLINE DAVIES for 5 weeks Wed 7-9 pm BAKING CLUB CAROLINE DAVIES caroline.davies1@btinternet.com 40 for 5 weeks Tues pm FAMILY HISTORY - 2nd Tues of the month hilarygillespie.fh@sky.com CREATIVE WRITING - Tues - 10-noon margaretl@sky.com CROCHET CLUB - Tues pm BOTH PARENTS MATTER - Every 3rd Wed Blackwood@fnf-bpm.org.uk CLUBS AT CRUMLIN AEC TEA DANCE Mon 2-4 pm BOUNCEFIT Mon 7-8 pm BRAVEHEARTS Tues 2-4 pm CRAFT CLUB Tues pm BOUNCEFIT Tues 7-8 pm ART CLUB - Wed 10 - noon WELSH CLUB - Thur - 10-noon CLUBS AT OXFORD HOUSE PATCHWORK RHIANNON Thurs 6.30 pm WESTERN VALLEY QUILTERS Mon 1 pm CROCHET Mon 1.30 pm WOODCARVING Mon 10 am WOODCARVING Wed 10 am WOODCARVING Tues 7-9 pm WOODCARVING Thurs 7-9 pm YOGA Mon 1 pm LADIES DISCUSSION GROUP Thurs 10am 9

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14 CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Art Pottery Glass Fusing Willow Weaving Jewellery Making Textiles For further information please contact: nantgarwchinaworksmuseum.yahoo.co.uk

15 BEDWAS CENTRE & THE BEECHES Starting September 2016 ART CLASSES WITH JENNY JOHN Please contact Jenny John for further information Tel/Text

16 Courses on offer in Food Safety in Catering Risk Assessment A range of Health & Safety qualifications A range of First aid qualifications Paediatric First Aid Awards Licensing awards Manual Handling Pool Lifeguard Awards Teaching awards Counselling Interview skills Volunteering Safeguarding Classroom assistant Introduction to computers / tablets For more information please contact Oxford House AEC or Paul Jones on jonesp4@caerphilly.gov.uk

17 How can your local library help turn your life around? Join for Free Borrow books for free Free reservation of requests for books within Wales No overdue charges for children Free use of the Internet and computers Free use of online information resources Friendly staff on hand to help FIND OUT MORE A greener place to live, work and visit Man gwyrddach i fyw, gweithio ac ymweld

18 Adult Education Courses 2016/2017 Tel No. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Aberbargoed Abercarn Abertridwr Bargoed Bedwas Blackwood Caerphilly Deri Llanbradach Machen Nelson Newbridge New Tredegar Oakdale Pengam Rhymney Risca Ystrad Mynach Caerphilly Library Service Opening Times 17

19 Independent Living Skills We have a wide range of classes available in our Independent Living Skills (ILS) programme for adults with learning disabilities/difficulties. The courses are carefully structured to build confidence and encourage personal and social development. Qualified staff provide a high level of support. Contact Oxford House with any queries on or lcoxford@caerphilly.gov.uk Most classes are for 2 hours. Enrol for 36 weeks in total. Gain a nationally recognised qualification. Meet new people and friends. communityeducation@caerphilly.gov.uk 18

20 Bridges into Work 2 To make an appointment or to find out if you are eligible for support in your area please contact; BRIDGEND Civic Offices, Angel Street, Bridgend, CF31 4WB bridgesintowork2@bridgend.gov.uk BLAENAU GWENT Aneurin Leisure, Ebbw Vale Learning Action Centre, James Street, Ebbw Vale, NP23 6JG BiW2@aneurinleisure.org.uk CAERPHILLY Crumlin Institute, Main Street, Crumlin, NP11 4PT bridgesintowork@caerphilly.gov.uk MERTHYR TYDFIL Neighbourhood Learning Centre, Pen y Dre, Gurnos, Merthyr Tydfil nlc.enquiries@merthyr.gov.uk TORFAEN Croesyceiliog Community Education Centre, The Highway, Cwmbran, NP44 2HF employability@torfaen.gov.uk

21 Are you looking for work and aged 25 or over? We offer FREE help & support on your journey into employment. Free Training Courses Work Experience Qualifications Volunteering Building Confidence and Skills for Work Employability Skills Support Job Searching

22 Working skills for Adults 2 To make an appointment or to find out if you are eligible for support in your area please contact; BLAENAU GWENT Aneurin Leisure, Brynmawr Learning Action Centre, Market Square, Brynmawr, NP23 4AJ WSFA2@aneurinleisure.org.uk / CAERPHILLY Crumlin Institute, Main Street, Crumlin, NP11 4PT workingskillsforadults@caerphilly.gov.uk MERTHYR TYDFIL The Bothy Heritage Centre, Cyfarthfa Park, CF47 8RE WSFA2@merthyr.gov.uk TORFAEN Croesyceiliog Community Education Centre, The Highway, Cwmbran, NP44 2HF employability@torfaen.gov.uk

23 Are you employed and aged 16 or over? Would you like to progress in your current job? Want to change career? Want to gain job related skills & or qualifications? Free Training Build your skills Support Qualifications Build your career Interview Techniques Confidence & Motivation

24 BLACKWOOD COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL FACILITIES FOR HIRE Hall Astroturf Classrooms Gymnasiums Dance Studio For further information contact: ALLISON WARD BUSINESS MANAGER Mae r cyhoeddiad hwn ar gael yn Gymraeg, ac mewn ieithoedd a fformatau eraill ar gais. This publication is available in Welsh, and in other languages and formats on request.