Get skilled... Get out there, have some fun. Erewash area. Spring term FREE English & maths courses See back page

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1 Get skilled... Get out there, have some fun with Derbyshire County Council s Adult Community Education Service Erewash area Spring term 2014 FREE English & maths courses See back page Cotmanhay and Ilkeston Adult Community Education Centre Community House, Adult Community Education Centre

2 Welcome Our Centres in Cotmanhay and Long Eaton are easy to access in the local community. We offer a great range of courses on your doorstep. Develop your talents by joining one of our fantastic courses. You can gain a recognised qualification to help with job prospects or learn for pleasure. Our courses include: Art, Floristry, Crafts, Computing, Fitness, First Aid, Childcare, Psychology, British Sign Language, Spanish, Maths, English and many more... See you soon... Key to Centre Facilities Level/ramped entrance Disabled persons toilet Facilities for deaf people Facilities for blind/ partially sighted Lift available Disabled persons car parking Crèche facilities Excellent Courses Helped me a lot What s new? Look out in your local Centre for taster sessions and one off courses. Cotmanhay and Ilkeston Cotmanhay and Ilkeston Adult Community Education Centre, Bennerley Avenue, Cotmanhay DE7 8PF Tel: Long Eaton Community House, Adult Community Education Centre, 173 Derby Road, Long Eaton NG10 4LL Tel: Be crafty! Our Arts & Crafts opportunities in Erewash include: Painting and Drawing in Mixed Media develop hidden talents and artistic skills working in in a variety of media. Watercolour Workshops explore colour, creative skills and techniques in watercolour painting. Knit, Stitch & Make for Parents & Carers develop your creative skills and make fun things for your children. Flower Arranging learn the know-how to make the most of flowers and foliage to create a stunning display. Festive Wreaths & Seasonal Decorations make the most of natural foliage to create a beautiful wreath for your home. Be Active Feel Good! Our Fitness classes give you the opportunity to increase your health and well-being in a friendly supportive environment. Keep Fit regardless of age, everyone can benefit from taking part in our enjoyable exercise classes. Yoga for Parents & Carers let yoga help you cope with family life, improve your well-being, flexibility and balance

3 Yogalates a mixture of Pilates and Yoga to help improve your physical and mental well-being. Zumba Gold an addictive form of exercise, paced to suit those working towards improved fitness. Keep Calm & Relax a balance of complementary therapies and relaxation techniques. Family Learning We have many FREE opportunities for families with their young children to learn together throughout the year. We run courses from our centres, Children s Centres and many primary schools, so look out for workshops in: Crafts Cookery Computers Photography Planting & Growing Nature and your Environment and many more... Get IT! Get Information, Get Technology, Get IT! Computers/ Bookkeeping Whether you are looking to gain qualifications to return to work, or simply keep yourself updated in this digital world then we have courses to benefit you. Don t get left behind you can update your skills by attending one of our classes. We have short courses for those wanting to update their skills: First Steps an introductory course that will give you the basics and confidence to get started using your computer. Get yourself qualified! We offer courses from beginners to level 2 in a number of topics that help you develop skills, build your confidence and get you on the road to successful employment: ITQ & ECDL Get Connected Beginners IT Work Ready Skills. Introduction to the Internet learn how to use the internet safely and effectively. Introduction to don t get left behind set up an account and stay in touch with your friends and family. Longer courses which give vocational qualifications are also available. Get yourself qualified and learn how to use a variety of different software. Computers for Beginners a course suitable for the absolute beginner offering individual attention for learners who have little or no computer knowledge, covering a variety of topics to raise their confidence. itq Levels 1 and 2 for those moving on and wanting to acquire recognised ICT skills, knowledge and understanding. These courses will equip learners with a range of transferable skills necessary to meet the demands of the modern workplace. Spring G.C.S.E.Courses Sign up now for maths and English G.C.S.Es starting in Spring ECDL Level 2 European Computer Driving Licence a recognised level 2 course which will equip learners with a range of ICT skills suitable for use in the workplace. Bookkeeping & Accounts using SAGE a level 1 course which looks at manual and computerised accounts. Learn the basics and then progress to using SAGE software. A really useful skill when looking for employment or running your own business. Digital Cameras/ Using ebay Look out for our short or day courses. We will give you the opportunity to learn how to use your digital camera effectively and how to improve your photos. Use Adobe Photoshop to make the most of your digital images Tips and techniques to enhance your digital photographs. Don t miss out on those bargains whether selling or buying find out about the possibilities on ebay

4 Make Time For You We have opportunities for personal development, helping you to feel good about yourself! Be More Confident develop your self-belief, learn how to present yourself in the best possible light and manage everyday situations with confidence. Dealing with Stress understand your feelings and learn techniques for coping with stressful times. Communicate with Confidence learn how to express yourself and make yourself understood, help improve relationships at home and at work. and more... Childcare Developing Skills for Listening to Children Entry level AIM Award (10 weeks) A first-step certificated course for those who would like to work with children, which explores the value and benefits of listening to children and the basics of child development. Caring for Children Level 1 BTEC Award (15 weeks) A course for those who want to work with children aged 0 5. This practical course includes using stories and rhymes with children and is an excellent first step towards a diploma in childcare. Child Development Educational Needs Level 1 AIM Award (20 weeks) A level 1 course for those wishing to work with children aged under 12. The course explores children s social and emotional needs and their intellectual and language development. An excellent introduction for those who wish to be Teaching Assistants. Certificate for Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Full Level 2 Qualification (36 weeks) A professional qualification at level 2 for those who wish to work as Teaching Assistants in a school setting supporting children from 5+ with their learning in the classroom. Certificate for the Children and Young People s Workforce Full Level 2 Qualification (36 weeks) A professional qualification at level 2 for those who wish to work with children aged 0 19 years. Suitable for workers in pre-schools, nurseries, playgroups, crèches and after school clubs. Diploma for the Children and Young People s Workforce Full Level 3 Qualification (72 weeks) A professional qualification at level 3 for those who wish to work with children 0 19 years. Suitable for those who want to work with children in Early Years, Social Care or as Learning Mentors. Diploma for Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (60 weeks) A professional qualification at level 3 for those who wish to work as Teaching Assistants in a school setting supporting children from 5+ with their learning in the classroom. Work Ready Skills In Erewash we want to help you to gain skills to improve your job prospects or get you back to work. We have FREE opportunities for unemployed people who are looking for work and claiming JSA/ESA (WRAG) including: ICT a variety of courses are offered at level 1 and level 2 which will equip learners with a range of transferable skills to meet the demands of the modern workplace. English & maths See back page. First Aid a practical course where you will learn about emergency first aid in the workplace and gain a nationally recognised Food Safety learn fundamental good practice in food safety and gain a recognised Employment Skills Job Application and CV Writing, Interview Skills, Confidence Building be prepared give yourself the best chance of getting a new job. We are here to help you just ask! Learn a new Language At Community House, Long Eaton, you can learn to speak Spanish, we have a class just for beginners and another for more experienced Spanish speakers. We have British Sign Language classes at both Cotmanhay and Community House, Long Eaton. Learn the basics of BSL and gain a ESOL If English is not your first language, this course will help you with reading, writing and speaking English. You can work towards a Tasters try something different Psychology a short introduction to the science that deals with mental processes and behaviour. Sociology a short introduction to the organisation of society and how we experience life

5 Maths & English Did you leave school without qualifications in English and maths and now worry this may be holding you back? We offer FREE courses across all of our centres and can help you: Brush up your English and maths skills Work at your own pace and level Work towards a nationally recognised qualification Improve your confidence in your skills Progress towards GCSE qualifications. Classes are held in the mornings, afternoons and evenings and you can join at any time of the year. Before joining a course you will be asked to attend an initial skills check session so we can help you decide which class is right for you. FREE Workshops and classes It s helped me get a job! Get confident in English & maths With Derbyshire County Council s Adult Community Education Service Improve your skills with us. Our classes are: Small and friendly Available at many local venues Arranged at times and days to suit you To find out more, contact your local Adult Community Education Centre To get a copy in a community language, on audio tape or in large print; please call or visit The details contained in this brochure are correct at the time of going to print. However we may have to make changes, giving advance notice wherever possible. Design: Saxon >