ADULT LEARNING COURSES. January - July 2012

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1 ADULT LEARNING COURSES January - July 2012

2 Welcome to Darwen Aldridge Community Academy s adult learning brochure for January - July 2012 I am pleased to introduce our fourth programme of courses available for adults and from the Darwen Community. For this programme we are working in partnership with Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council's Neighbourhoods and Learning Service to offer a wider variety of courses and also courses that can lead to a formal qualification. Many of the courses on offer are again free, however to allow us to sustain our adult learning programme we have had to make some small charges to some of the courses. We offer a wide variety of courses with most sessions taking place in the evenings. All are delivered in a relaxed and comfortable learning environment by fully qualified tutors with a wealth of knowledge of their specialist areas. The tutors will support and encourage your learning throughout each course At Darwen Aldridge Community Academy we recognise that there are many different reasons for signing up to learn or to acquire a new skill. In this guide you will find courses that could help you shake off the stress of the working week, try something you have always wanted to do or give you the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification. We are constantly seeking ways to improve and expand the services we offer to our community and in the coming year, we will continue to run our Parents Panel. Even if you are unable to make the meetings please make your views heard by contacting the Academy and talking to our tutors. If you are interested in any other courses to those offered in this guide please let us know so we can adapt our programmes to meet the needs of the community. Whatever your choice we wish you every success in 2012.

3 How to sign up for one of our courses There are several ways to book your place In person You can pop in and speak to our receptionists at the front of the building between 9am 5pm Telephone You can phone to book your place on (01254) Monday to Friday 9am 5pm Please note: - Payment must be made for the chargeable courses in full when you attend your first session. We can only accept cash or cheque at our main reception on arrival. Fee remission is available to learners on eligible means tested benefits. They will only have to pay the 5 enrolment fee and will be asked to produce evidence of benefit entitlement at enrolment. All courses are free except where stated.

4 Darwen Creates are working with a number of local business to deliver a series of workshops designed for people who are thinking about starting up or have recently started a business. The programme provides expert advice delivered by entrepreneurs with a wealth of experience. All workshops take place on a Tuesday evening from 5.30pm-7.30pm. Business Planning Delivered by Darwen Creates 17th Jan & 24th Apr A look at the important elements of a business plan and what needs to be considered when developing a new start-up or established business. Setting up your Business Delivered by FS Accountants 24th Jan & 1st May All the basic legal and financial information you need to think about from how to register the business to bookkeeping, VAT and raising finance. Basics of Marketing Delivered by Eden Marketing 31st Jan & 8th May Understanding how to divide up your market, target your product/service and position your business in the market place through communicating the right message in the right way. The Steps of Selling Delivered by Gill Consulting 7th Feb & 15th May An introduction into developing selling skills including preparing and presenting yourself to potential customers and closing the deal. Creating a Web Presence Delivered by KP Studios 21st Feb & 22nd May Why websites are so important and what to think about when developing and promoting your business website, as well as explaining IT jargon. PR and Social Media Delivered by Slater 28th Feb & 29th May What social media tools are available and how to use them effectively, including which are most suitable for your target audience and sector. Practical IT for Business Delivered by Eitex IT Solutions 6th Mar & 12th Jun A practical look at IT for business, from suitable product selection for your business model to an overview of upto-date security features that all businesses need to consider. Keeping your Business Legal Delivered by Strawberry Standards 13th Mar & 19th Jun From trading names, to raising invoices and manufacturing products, all the must know info on trading standards to keep you on the right side of the law. For more information on Darwen Creates and the support we can offer you when starting a business visit or contact us on: darwencreates@daca.uk.com -

5 Adult Literacy LEVEL 1/2 Registration & Assessment Tues 21st February 6:00-8:00pm Course Length 17 weeks 10th July 2012 FREE Course information: Learners will be working towards the national tests at level 1/2 which are widely recognised as being equivalent to GCSE A-C grade at level 2. Aims/What will you learn? SPEAKING AND LISTENING. Listen and respond to detailed and complex instructions and information Give clear and detailed information and give your opinion to different people. Take part in discussions, speaking clearly, respecting others right to speak. READING Learn to read texts using different reading techniques, in order to find information. Examples official letters, gas bills, research to learn something new. Learn to proof read your own writing and others in order to make corrections. WRITING Learn to write in everyday situations using sentence structure, spelling, and punctuation correctly in order to communicate clearly.

6 Digital Photography Registration & payment of fees Tues 10th January 6:00-8:00pm Course Length 10 weeks 20th March 2012 Half Term Holiday No course on Tuesday 14th February 2012 Cost Fee remission is available to learners on eligible means tested benefits. They will only have to pay the 5 enrolment fee and will be asked to produce evidence of benefit entitlement at enrolment. Who is the course for? This course is designed for learners who have an interest in digital photography and using a digital camera Aims/What will you learn? How to use a digital camera How to use the tools within a digital software program How to save your photos How to manipulate photos using software Cameras will be provided but learners can bring their own

7 Paediatric First Aid Registration & payment of fees Tues 17th April 5:30-8:00pm Course Length 15 hours 22nd May 2012 Cost Fee remission is available to learners on eligible means tested benefits. They will only have to pay the 5 enrolment fee and will be asked to produce evidence of benefit entitlement at enrolment. What do I need to bring? A pen and a folder in which to keep handouts supplied on the course Contact Information: lifelong learning@blackburn.gov.uk The Neighbourhood and Learning Service provides additional support and specialist equipment to learners, please discuss any additional learner support needs when you enrol. Who is the course for? This is a Level 1 course which is designed for people to gain knowledge in Paediatric first aid It is for anyone who deals with children either at home or in the workplace. The course is recognised by OFSTED. In order to gain the accreditation learners must be able to demonstrate casualty management & CPR. The certificate is valid for 3 years.

8 Spanish NEW YEAR CLASS Registration & payment of fees Sat 14th January 10:00-12:00pm Course Length 10 weeks 31st March 2012 Half Term Holiday No course on Saturday 18th February 2012 Cost SUMMER CLASS Registration & payment of fees Sat 21st April 10:00-12:00pm Course Length 10 weeks 30th June 2012 Cost Spanish for holidays The Spanish for holidays course is designed specifically for those considering a holiday to a destination where the language is spoken. The course will help you with basic language skills needed for your visit. You will learn how to use and understand a range of everyday expression relating to personal and travel information and ordering food and drink. You will learn how to use a few simple grammatical structures and sentence patterns. Fee remission is available to learners on eligible means tested benefits. They will only have to pay the 5 enrolment fee and will be asked to produce evidence of benefit entitlement at enrolment.

9 Book Club First Wednesday of every month Starts 11th January 6:00-7:30pm 4th July 2012 The group selects a book to read and discuss. They will then meet once a month to talk informally about the book and their responses to it. Everyone welcome. No need for any formal training or qualifications in literature or anything else! FREE

10 @ DACA Virtual Library Café Darwen Aldridge Community Academy, in partnership with the Friends of Darwen Library and Darwen public library opens a Virtual Library Café Drop in sessions every Tuesday from: 10:00am - 2:00pm Gain access to the public library website Renew your public library books online Use the public library e-resources Theory Test Pro Life in Britain Cotton Town Know UK Online newspapers Reserve public library items online Join the public library online Go-on website Job hunting online Direct Gov Surf the internet Tea and coffee Darwen public library closes on Tuesdays, but Internet facilities are being made available at Darwen s fine new Academy in the town centre. Every Tuesday, trained volunteers will be on hand to help explain basic computing and how to search the World Wide Web. Visitors will have access to most of the public library's facilities and printing and copying will also be available. There will also be tea and coffee in the Academy café. All you need is a current Library membership card. For more information please contact the Darwen Academy reception or Darwen public library ADULT LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP CARD If found, please return to: BLACKBURN CENTRAL LIBRARY TOWN HALL STREET, BLACKBURN BB2 1AG

11 Darwen s History Registration & payment of fees Tues 10th January 6:00-8:00pm Course Length 10 weeks 20th March 2012 Half Term Holiday No course on Tuesday 14th February 2012 Cost Fee remission is available to learners on eligible means tested benefits. They will only have to pay the 5 enrolment fee and will be asked to produce evidence of benefit entitlement at enrolment. The course will look at the critical periods in Darwen s history, such as the industrial revolution, both world wars, and how it affected the town and its families. We will travel down memory lane via photographs, songs, poems and oral accounts. This course will be of interest to anyone that is passionate about Darwen and willing to learn more about its people, buildings and countryside. Total cost of course payable on first session. Picture courtesy of Darwen Days

12 ESOL Course Starts Mon 9th January 4:00-6:00pm Course Length 10 weeks 19th March 2012 Half Term Holiday No course on Monday 13th February 2012 Cost FREE TO ALL ESOL course is aimed at people whose first language is not English. The course aims to improve your speaking and reading of English. FREE

13 Salsa Course Begins Mon 9th January 16th July 2012 Cost 3.00 per session 4:45-5:45pm Have fun and get fit whilst learning how to dance! You do not need to bring a partner and no special clothes or shoes are needed, simply wear something comfortable. Learn a variety of different Salsa dancing moves and how to combine them into a routine. Pay as you go per session

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