Leicestershire Adult Learning Course Brochure

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1 FREE courses see inside Leicestershire Adult Learning Course Brochure Spring/Summer s of courses in a wide range of subjects available day and evening countywide FREE English and Maths courses for adults FREE Skills 4 Jobs courses Call or FREEphone Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page facebook.com/leicsgolearn

2 Need help with your course transport or childcare? Call Your learner journey starts here! How do I find the course I want? Browse the courses listed in this brochure, or if you have access to the internet just log on to to use our quick and easy course search facility. Remember, you can access the internet at your local library. If you need more detailed course information, or if you are not sure which is the right course or level for you, contact our advice and enrolment team on FREEphone and we will be happy to help. What if I can t afford the fee? If you are in receipt of certain benefits or a low income, you might be entitled to pay the reduced fee listed in this brochure, and some benefits entitle you to attend the course for free. This may also mean you can receive help from our Learner Support Fund, which can help you pay for childcare, travel, course fees, exam fees and resources relating to your attendance of our courses. If you feel that you might struggle to pay your course fee all at once, you might be able to pay in instalments if it is above 50. Please note that if you have not been a resident of the UK/EU/EEA for the previous three years you will have to pay double the full fee of the course. If you have any further questions, please ask them at enrolment. Enrol now and see what Adult Learning can do for you Call our enrolment team on FREEphone or an enrolment centre (see page 32) for friendly advice on choosing the right course and more information about discounts available to you. You can also enrol for certain courses online at 2 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

3 Welcome to our New Year Adult Learning course brochure Have you ever considered the benefits of learning? The New Year is a great time to take the leap and go for it, whatever your age or ability. Our courses can help you gain skills and confidence that are crucial for everyone in life and in work. Learning is like a health club for your brain. And an active mind can stimulate physical activity and keep your spirits high. It s an all-around fantastic tool for better health! Learning creates a curious mind and increasing our knowledge leads to an enriching and happier life can help us make new friends helps us to support our children with their learning at school new work skills increases our chances of employability or promotion helps us to adapt to change and to keep an open mind keeps us fit, healthy and active. Time, finance, distance and lack of confidence can be barriers to accessing learning. So we re helping learners wherever possible by offering day time, evening and one-off Saturday courses in locations around the county to fit in with work and family commitments. Courses are available at the reduced fee or may be free for learners on low incomes or certain benefits. They range from short, supported tasters for adults with low confidence, to those leading to qualifications. Look out for additional courses starting throughout the year too. Whatever you choose we will support you every step of the way. There s never been a better time to change your life for the better, and in a recent survey 95% of our learners said they would recommend us to friends and family. So read the learners and tutors stories and chose from the courses in the brochure, and either enrol online or call our friendly enrolment team for more information and to book your place. We look forward to welcoming you to a course soon. Nigel Thomas, Head of Service - Service Delivery, Adults and Communities Computing and ICT 4 English and Maths 10 ESOL (English for 11 Speakers of Other Languages) Languages 12 Family Learning 16 Courses for Adults with 17 Learning Difficulties and Disabilities Learning for Wellbeing 18 Learning for Confidence 26 and Better Mental Health Information, Advice 27 and Guidance Learning for Work 28 Traineeships and 30 Apprenticeships Where to Enrol 32 Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 3

4 Computing and ICT Joining one of our computer courses can open up a whole world of enjoyment, knowledge and opportunity. Perhaps you re a beginner, a creative enthusiast, looking to explore a new leisure pursuit or need to gain skills for employment, we have many courses to meet your needs. Learn these vital skills for today s technological world in a friendly and supportive environment. Meet the Tutor - Steve Kenney Steve Kenney is one of our most experienced and long standing tutors. He has a wealth of ICT expertise and teaches Beginners Computing, IT Skills for Employment and a range of photography and photo editing courses. Steve s endless patience and wide ranging knowledge of ICT makes him a very popular tutor with learners who are anxious and new to IT. One of Steve s recent learners said: Thank you for all your time and trouble to help me to take my exams. I have really enjoyed my time in the class at Melton Library. The staff are lovely and very helpful and the other students are very friendly and I will be staying in touch with some of them. This course has helped me back into education again and given me confidence and I have made new friends as well! It has directly secured me a job involving the use of spreadsheets. Many of our tutors help learners to transform their lives, from taking small steps on the road to learning to achieving their career goals. 4 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

5 Absolute Beginners Guide to IT This short course will introduce you to what computers can do for you grasp the basics to produce simple documents and get started on your computing journey. Coalville Library Thu 10:00-13:00 05/05/ SN069E015P Market Harborough Symington Building Tue 13:00-15:00 17/05/ MH069E026P Melton Library Tue 09:45-11:45 23/02/ MT069D021P Wigston Magna Library Thu 13:00-15:00 28/01/ WG069C040P Get into IT Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee 8.94 Reduced Fee Enjoy learning to use the computer and gain confidence in friendly supportive group sessions where you will never feel on your own. Send and receive s, search the Internet for information and get familiar with the types of things you can do on a computer. Join a course at your local centre or library to learn the basics in a relaxed informal atmosphere. Coalville Library Thu 10:00-13:00 19/05/ SN069E024F Coalville Resource Centre Thu 19:00-21:00 14/01/ SN069C029F Hinckley Library Thu 13:00-15:00 14/04/ SN069E037F Loughborough Library Mon 12:30-14:30 29/02/ LB069D065F Melton Library Tue 18:45-20:45 23/02/ MT069D020F Mountsorrel Library Tue 10:00-12:00 12/01/ LB069C010F Shepshed Library Mon 10:00-12:00 11/01/ LB069C001F The Roundhill Academy Mon 09:30-12:00 22/02/ RO069D033F Wigston Magna Library Wed 10:00-12:00 13/01/ WG069C015F Thu 13:00-15:00 25/02/ WG069D038F BEGINNERS COMPUTING Moving On in IT Full Fee Reduced Fee Further your knowledge and understanding on different aspects of computers and open up a new world of opportunities that can really change your life. Learn to use your computer more effectively and confidently in this tutor led class. Starting to think about computer security, productive s or improving your documents? Then this is the course for you. Coalville Library Thu 10:00-12:00 25/02/ SN069D026F Coalville Resource Centre Thu 19:00-21:00 28/04/ SN069E030F Earl Shilton Library Thu 10:00-12:30 25/02/ SN069D036F Enderby Brockington Bungalow Mon 12:30-14:30 14/03/ BR069D027F Enderby Brockington Community College Tue 19:00-21:00 23/02/ BR069D028F Hinckley Library Mon 13:00-15:00 22/02/ SN069D039F Loughborough Library Tue 10:00-12:00 01/03/ LB069D020F Loughborough Moira Centre Tue 10:00-12:00 02/02/ LB069C014F Market Harborough Symington Building Tue 13:00-15:00 23/02/ MH069D008F Melton Library Mon 19:00-21:00 29/02/ MH069D007F Mon 13:00-15:00 08/02/ MT069C004F Thu 09:45-11:45 10/03/ MT069D024F Mountsorrel Library Tue 10:00-12:00 01/03/ LB069D010F Shepshed Library Mon 12:30-14:30 29/02/ LB069D001F The Roundhill Academy Thu 09:45-11:45 04/02/ RO069C022F Wigston Magna Library Mon 13:00-15:00 22/02/ WG069D014F Wed 10:00-12:00 27/04/ WG069E015F Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 CONFIDENCE BUILDING 5

6 PowerPoint Refresher Workshop A short course to brush up on your Microsoft PowerPoint skills for home use or in the workplace. Spreadsheet Refresher Workshop Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee 4.47 The Roundhill Academy Tue 18:00-21:00 12/04/ RO069E037P Wigston Magna Library Thu 10:00-13:00 28/04/ WG069E045P Reduced Fee 4.47 A short course to brush up on your Spreadsheet skills using Microsoft Excel for home use or in the workplace. Coalville Library Tue 09:30-12:30 01/03/ SN069D046P Hinckley Library Fri 09:30-12:30 06/05/ SN069E047P Loughborough Moira Centre Thu 09:30-12:30 03/03/ LB069D042P The Roundhill Academy Tue 09:30-12:30 23/02/ RO069D031P Wigston Magna Library Thu 10:00-13:00 17/03/ WG069D041P CONFIDENCE BUILDING Staying Safe Online Windows 10 An Introduction Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee 4.47 In today s digital age, having an awareness of online security and how to stay safe online is essential. In this short course, learn some of the ways to protect your computer by taking sensible steps from the numerous threats encountered online. Loughborough Moira Centre Thu 09:30-12:30 10/03/ LB069D067P The Roundhill Academy Wed 10:00-13:00 24/02/ RO069D035P Wigston Magna Library Thu 10:00-13:00 12/05/ WG069E042P Reduced Fee 4.47 This course is designed for beginners who are new to using a PC or laptop with this operating system. Windows 10 combines the best of Windows 8 and the previous Windows versions. Learn how to work with apps, personalise settings and adjust tiles to suit your needs. Some previous experience of keyboard and mouse skills would be beneficial. Fri 10:00-13:00 15/01/ SN069C017P Coalville Library Tue 09:30-12:30 22/03/ SN069D048P Enderby Brockington Bungalow Thu 10:00-13:00 14/01/ BR069C021P 05/02/ SN069C049P Hinckley Library Fri 09:30-12:30 20/05/ SN069E050P 21/01/ LB069C044P Thu 09:30-12:30 Loughborough Moira Centre 21/04/ LB069E045P Mon 09:30-12:30 13/06/ LB069F070P 13/01/ MH069C027P Market Harborough Symington Building Wed 18:00-21:00 10/02/ MH069C028P Wigston Magna Library Thu 10:00-13:00 21/01/ WG069C043P 6 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

7 Word Refresher Workshop Full Fee Reduced Fee 4.47 A short course to brush up on your Microsoft Word skills for home use or in the workplace. Coalville Library Tue 09:30-12:30 23/02/ SN069D045P Hinckley Library Fri 09:30-12:30 29/04/ SN069E044P Loughborough Moira Centre Thu 09:30-12:30 28/04/ LB069E069P The Roundhill Academy Tue 18:00-21:00 08/03/ RO069D036P Wigston Magna Library Thu 10:00-13:00 11/02/ WG069C044P CONFIDENCE BUILDING Creative Photography - Learn to Use Your DSLR Full Fee Reduced Fee Fed up of using the point and shoot settings on your Digital SLR camera? Want to explore what else can be achieved but unsure where to start? Get creative by exploring manual setting, filters, composition and other controls to achieve pictures that stand out from the crowd. Mountsorrel Library Thu 09:30-11:30 21/01/ LB069C004P Wigston Magna Library Tue 10:00-12:00 26/01/ WG069C026P Digital Cameras and Photo Editing - First Steps Get to grips with the basics of digital photography improve your image taking then edit and enhance photos using Photoshop software. This course will focus on developing your knowledge of photo-editing software skills. Digital Photo Editing Using Photoshop - Introduction Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee Market Harborough Symington Building Fri 10:00-12:00 15/01/ MH069C006P Melton Library Wed 13:00-15:00 27/01/ MT069C022P Mountsorrel Library Thu 09:30-11:30 17/03/ LB069D040P Reduced Fee Want to learn how to remove parts of a photograph or combine several images together? Then this is the course for you! Use Photoshop to apply a range of editing techniques to repair, restore or enhance your images. CREATIVE COMPUTING Market Harborough Symington Building Fri 10:00-12:00 04/03/ MH069D024P Melton Library Wed 13:00-15:00 09/03/ MT069D023P Mountsorrel Library Thu 09:30-11:30 05/05/ LB069E004P The Roundhill Academy Wed 13:00-15:00 20/01/ RO069C020P Wigston Magna Library Fri 10:00-12:00 22/01/ WG069C028P Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 7

8 CREATIVE COMPUTING Website Development - Using Dreamweaver Full Fee Reduced Fee Create, design and develop websites with confidence using Adobe Dreamweaver CS5.5 software - the industry standard. Understand website structures, planning and formatting techniques to develop a basic interactive site. Suitable for a confident computer user with a good understanding of file/folder management. The Roundhill Academy Wed 19:00-21:00 03/02/ RO069C030P COMPUTERISED ACCOUNTS SAGE Computerised Accounts - Level 2 Full Fee Reduced Fee Learn the principles of manual accounting and book-keeping before moving onto use of SAGE software. This course can boost your career prospects or help you to develop your SAGE skills for your own business. Previous computer skills are required and experience of Excel, Internet and use would be useful. Loughborough Moira Centre Tue 18:30-20:30 12/01/ LB069C049F IT SKILLS FOR EMPLOYMENT IT Skills for Employment Full Fee Reduced Fee This course offers an Information Technology Qualification (ITQ) through CLAiT. This is an ideal qualification to improve job performance, find a new job or learn how to use today s technologies more efficiently. ITQ is offered in a variety of styles to cater for learner needs, including tutor led groups or guided learning in a workshop approach. IT Skills for Employment - Level 1 ITQ (Certificate): At Level 1 you would learn to improve your efficiency when using IT, plus: word processing skills internet and skills a choice from Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, Access databases, web page creation, or desk top publishing IT Skills for Employment - Level 2 ITQ: At Level 2 you can build up your knowledge of: Word Excel PowerPoint Access databases Improving your Productivity using IT IT Skills for Employment - Level 1 Loughborough Library Mon 12:30-15:00 11/01/ LB069C021F IT Skills for Employment - Levels 1 or 2 Coalville Library Wed 19:00-21:00 13/01/ SN069C038F Enderby Brockington Community College Tue 19:00-21:00 12/01/ BR069C033F Hinckley Library Tue 09:30-12:00 19/01/ SN069C034F Loughborough Library Tue 12:45-14:45 12/01/ LB069C022F Loughborough Moira Centre Wed 12:30-15:00 20/01/ LB069C017F Melton Library Wed 18:45-20:45 06/01/ MT069C007F Mon 09:45-12:00 11/01/ MT069C025F Wigston Magna Library Wed 13:00-15:00 13/01/ WG069C039F 8 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

9 Beginners Guide to Using a Tablet Full Fee Reduced Fee 4.47 An introduction to tablet computing learn how to set up a tablet, using wifi, security and apps. Enderby Brockington Bungalow Thu 10:00-13:00 21/01/ BR069C019P Hinckley Library Fri 10:00-13:00 29/01/ SN069C016P 09:30-12:30 22/04/ SN069E040F Loughborough Moira Centre Thu 09:30-12:30 14/01/ LB069C151P 24/03/ LB069D152P Market Harborough Symington Building Thu 13:00-16:00 04/02/ MH069C025P Make the Most of Your Tablet Already started with Tablet computing but need to find out more? Discovering apps, manipulating photos and enhanced security issues are included in this course. Family History - Using a Computer Learn the basics you ll need to get started on your own research - from drawing up your family tree, to exploring the archives. Raspberry Pi - Coding for Beginners Full Fee Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee 4.47 Coalville Library Tue 09:30-12:30 26/01/ SN069C043P Hinckley Library Fri 09:30-12:30 12/02/ SN069D041P 13/05/ SN069E042P Loughborough Moira Centre Thu 09:30-12:30 04/02/ LB069C007P 05/05/ LB069E007P Reduced Fee Shepshed Library Wed 10:00-12:00 24/02/ LB069D066P The Roundhill Academy Mon 13:30-15:30 22/02/ RO069D029P Reduced Fee 4.47 This course offers a fun way to learn basic coding using a new low cost computing device. Develop ideas to create small practical projects that really interact with the outside world. A fresh approach to computing. Enderby Brockington Bungalow Wed 17:30-20:30 13/01/ BR069C020P Loughborough Library Mon 17:45-20:45 14/03/ LB069D064P The Roundhill Academy Thu 18:00-21:00 14/04/ RO069E027P IT SKILLS FOR ENJOYMENT I signed up on the Raspberry Pi course after seeing Girls Can Code on BBC3 and wasn t sure what to expect. I enjoyed doing the course, it was really good. I didn t realise it could do so many things If I can learn about it, anyone can! Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 9

10 English and Maths FREE * English & Maths courses for adults *Terms and conditions apply. See website for details. English and Maths Functional Skills are free courses that give you the opportunity to gain skills, confidence and qualifications from beginner to level 2, and are a great place to start. The benefits are wide ranging and life changing! I learned about writing a letter for a job and filling in forms I found out about the job club Realising I can do maths from years of thinking that I couldn t Update your English and Maths skills and gain a qualification For help and advice on English and Maths classes, please call our advice and enrolment team on FREEphone Doug McCubbin worked in the printing industry for many years until a back injury resulted in him finishing work. His Job Centre helped him to consider other areas of work that were less strenuous, and after enjoying the challenge of an 8 week work experience on their reception desk he started thinking about a career in administration. With few qualifications, he signed up to English and Maths courses with adult learning which he passed with flying colours. The supportive tutors and small friendly classes helped him to progress swiftly onto higher levels, and enrol onto computing and skills for jobs courses, Doug gained confidence and skills. He started to support the other learners on the employability courses, reassuring them and thoroughly enjoying sharing his knew-found knowledge. He met with one of the Adult Learning Service Learning and Work Advisers, who helped him to consider a whole range of other jobs, and he realised that his learning journey had completely turned his life around and enabled him to look forward into areas of work that he had never considered before. Doug found helping others so rewarding that he hopes to volunteer with a view to working in this field of work in the future. Doug s tutor, Helen Whittaker says "Doug is a really enthusiastic Skills for Life learner, who put maximum effort into obtaining his English and Maths qualifications. He is now much more confident in his abilities and is enjoying passing on his knowledge to other learners. He is a great example to others and a real asset to the classes." 10 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

11 ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) We offer courses for learners whose first language is not English and who need to learn or improve their English for life, community and work in the UK. You will learn speaking, listening, reading and writing in English. Classes at different levels take place twice a week for most daytime classes and once a week for evening classes in a variety of centres around the county. Centre Daytime Evening Loughborough Bangladesh Mon & Thu, Social Association Tue & Wed None Braunstone St Crispin s Church Hall Tue & Fri None Coalville Library None Wed or Thu Coalville Resource Centre Mon & Tue, Mon & Wed None Hinckley Library Wed & Thu, Tue & Fri None John Cleveland Community College, Hinckley None Mon Loughborough Library Mon & Thu Wed We also offer the following course to help with life and work: Maths for ESOL learners FREE class leading to a Maths qualification Centre Daytime Evening Loughborough Moira Centre Tue & Thu, Tue & Wed, Mon Thu & Fri Market Harborough Evangelical Church Mon & Wed None Melton Library Tue & Thu Mon Oadby Library Mon & Thu None Roundhill Academy, Thurmaston Tue & Fri, Wed & Fri None Wigston Magna Library Mon & Tue, Mon & Wed Wed For ESOL learners who have some knowledge of Maths but need to improve their skills and learn the English they need to take a Maths exam at Entry Level. If you would like to improve your English, please ring the enrolment team on the FREEphone , or contact your nearest centre. You will need to have an initial assessment to find out which class is best for you. Our ESOL course costs are only 2 per hour or free/reduced fee for those on certain benefits; exams free. (Course costs 6 per hour plus cost of exam if not eligible). Fees are payable in advance. Please ask about paying in instalments when you enrol. New learners can enrol on existing courses where there are spaces. At other times of the year, new classes may start if there is interest. ESOL (ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES) Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 11

12 Languages Gain an important skill valued by employers, improve your confidence, broaden your horizons and knowledge by learning about the wider world and other languages and cultures, or enhance your travelling experience. Language learning classes are fun and interactive, helping keep you active and involved whatever your age. You will also enjoy discovering more about the country and its people! What level am I? Check the description of the content at each level, courses move at the pace of the group, so speed of progress throughout the year can vary. If you are joining an existing course, you can talk to the tutor to make sure you are happy with what the group is covering. Emphasis on all courses is encouraging learners to speak the language and feel confident to use it. FOREIGN LANGUAGES Beginners - A Starter Course (Entry Level) 6 weeks Full Fee Reduced Fee The first of a two part course for complete beginners giving you a basic range of holiday language; introducing yourself and others, numbers, shops, ordering food and drinks. French Enderby Brockington Bungalow Wed 12:30-14:30 27/01/ BR129C036P Italian Coalville Library Tue 12:30-14:30 26/01/ SN129C029P Spanish Enderby Brockington Bungalow Thu 10:00-12:00 28/01/ BR129C037P Loughborough Moira Centre Mon 10:00-12:00 25/01/ LB129C050P *We may set up further Beginners/taster courses later in the spring/summer, so please check our website or call in to ask. 12 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

13 Beginners Moving On (Entry Level) To follow on from the Starter Course. Learn practical phrases that can be used in a variety of settings e.g. holiday, social and work. The sessions will cover shopping, finding your way around, the time, and booking accommodation. 16 weeks 14 weeks 13 weeks 12 weeks Full Fee Full Fee Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee Reduced Fee Reduced Fee Reduced Fee French Enderby Brockington Bungalow Wed 12:30-14:30 16/03/ BR129D036F Loughborough Library Wed 12:30-14:30 06/01/ LB129C002F Italian Coalville Library Tue 12:30-14:30 15/03/ SN129D029F Polish Coalville Castle Rock High School Mon 19:00-21:00 25/01/ SN129C017P Market Harborough Symington Building Thu 19:00-21:00 28/01/ MH129C018P Portuguese Enderby Brockington Community College Mon 19:00-21:00 08/02/ BR129B032P Spanish Enderby Brockington Bungalow Thu 10:00-12:00 17/03/ BR129D037F Loughborough Moira Centre Mon 10:00-12:00 14/03/ LB129D050F FOREIGN LANGUAGES Meet the Tutor - Sara Gomez Villa Sara is Spanish and has lived in England for many years. She is a very experienced and highly qualified tutor, who uses her expertise to build confidence in her learners, helping them develop a love of learning Spanish and finding out about the country and culture. A recent learner commented Sara is an excellent, supportive tutor who inspires confidence to use one's language skills. I use my knowledge of Spanish when I go on holiday to Spain. She is a great advocate of independent learning and encourages her learners to make progress and broaden their learning by providing online materials so learners can practise in their own time, between classes. She says Our learners keep coming back year after year because learning a language is a fun and enjoyable experience. Our lessons are highly interactive and our language tutors are very supportive. Learning a language is also a life skill highly valued by today's employers. Interacting with speakers of other languages can widen your career horizons in the current competitive global market. Many parents also find joining a course can help them to support their children s learning". Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 13

14 Ongoing courses that you can join these courses started in September 2015 and are planned to finish around Easter 2016, so will have covered a number of weeks content. We offer a range of languages, levels and venues. Call for details or to discuss which level is best for you: FOREIGN LANGUAGES Beginners Part 2 (Entry Level 3) You can join at this point if you already know the basics, assumes prior knowledge at beginner level. Includes topics such as shopping, using transport, tourist information, dining out, home and leisure activities, weather. Level 1 Part 1 Assumes prior knowledge as above. Using a variety of learning materials including practical activities, games and the internet you will talk about things in the past (e.g. what you did at the weekend) and the future (e.g. holiday plans). Level 1 Part 2 Suitable for learners who have started to use the present, past and future tenses. You will further develop your conversation skills talking about what you did and would like to do in the future. Level 2 Part 1 Develop confidence and fluency in present, past and future tenses and conditional forms. You will speak about and read formal letters, authentic text and tourist information leaflets and give opinions. Level 2 Part 2 Improve skills covering everyday topics using the present, future, past and imperative forms, talking about what you used to do and discussing current affairs. Suitable for those who have 4-5 years of part-time study or approximately GCSE/O Level standard gained elsewhere. Year 5+ Advanced Conversation Courses Available in French, Italian and Spanish at certain centres. Assumes at least 5 years previous study, or the knowledge detailed previously. Gain confidence to present opinions and understand those of others; discuss topics such as current affairs, personal interests, films, travel and culture. BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE British Sign Language We can offer a range of courses to organisations to train your staff including deaf awareness, frontline staff training, bespoke courses and Level 1 and 2 courses accredited by Signature. Please contact J enna Flynn: [email protected] or tel: for further information. 14 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

15 Makaton An internationally recognised communication programme of signs and symbols to support children and adults with learning and communication difficulties. Ideal for families, carers, friends and professionals. ALL courses require the purchase of study materials, payment for these will be taken at enrolment. There is a certificate of attendance. For parents and carers: Makaton Beginners Workshop Full Fee Reduced Fee A practical introduction to Makaton, includes commonly asked questions, hints and tips for effective signing, symbol use and how to start using Makaton in everyday situations at home or work. Participants must have an interest in early communication skills. The Roundhill Academy Wed 19:00-21:00 27/01/ RO129C011P Makaton Follow Up Workshop Full Fee Will help improve and develop your signing and symbol skills and use. Includes the signs and symbols for Stages 5-8 of the Core Vocabulary. Must have completed Beginners Workshop. For staff working in care/nursery/school settings: Reduced Fee Loughborough Moira Centre Wed 16:30-19:30 27/04/ LB129E043P MAKATON Makaton Foundation Workshop Full Fee Reduced Fee A detailed introduction and practical approach with theory and technical information as well as the signs and symbols for Stages 1-4 and Additional of the Core Vocabulary. Participants must have an understanding of early communication skills. Enderby Brockington Community College Mon 19:00-21:00 25/01/ BR129C030P Loughborough Moira Centre Sat 10:00-16:00 27/02/ LB129D042P Makaton Enhancement Workshop Full Fee Reduced Fee Improves and develops signing and symbol skills and covers assessment of users needs. Includes the signs and symbols for Stages 5-8 of the Core Vocabulary. Participants must have completed the Foundation Workshop. Enderby Brockington Community College Mon 18:30-21:30 09/05/ BR129E031P Loughborough Moira Centre Sat 10:00-16:00 07/05/ LB129E044P Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 15

16 Family Learning We hold short courses for parents and carers in some schools and children s centres to enable families to learn together. So if you want to find out about what and how your child learns, and ways to get involved whilst also improving your own confidence and skills and meeting other families, get in touch with your local school or children s centre to discover what s going on and be prepared to get messy and have fun! Family Learning helps Wayne to regain his confidence Wayne is a middle aged, single parent who has dyslexia and health issues. He has not worked for many years and rarely left the house. He was low in confidence and isolated at home. His community worker suggested he joined the Adult Learning Service Family Learning Story Sack course with his daughter. He never spoke unless it was to say I can t do this, this is so difficult. But as the weeks progressed he became a comedian, sharing jokes and laughing with the group. Since then he has attended a Family Learning Maths course in school, followed by a scrapbooking course, and cooking courses at Earl Shilton Community House. Currently he is in Everyday English, which is hard for him, but he is improving. Wayne has become a volunteer for the Community House, decorating, constructing work benches, gardening, and much more. He is also a parent governor, of which he is proud. If you know someone that you feel would benefit from adult learning why not encourage them to take that first step and join a local class or ask for more information? 16 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

17 GoLearn is learning for ALL We offer a varied programme of courses for adults with learning disabilities and difficulties. Courses involve learners in the community, encourage self advocacy and citizenship. We follow the principles of the Valuing People Now and the Valuing Employment Now reports. Learning takes place in local colleges and other locations around the county. We work closely with other services and offer good support. There are many courses for living and work for people with learning difficulties including: Communication Skills for Employment and Volunteering Independent Living Skills Health, Personal Safety and Wellbeing Sensory Learning Creative Skills and Leisure If you have a disability that may affect your learning (such as mobility difficulties, a visual or hearing impairment or mental health problems) we will support you and make your learning experience a positive one. Please ask to talk to a learning specialist. For further information please contact our advice and enrolment team on FREEphone COURSES FOR ADULTS WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES AND DISABILITIES Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 17

18 Learning for Wellbeing Discover how you can benefit from one of our learning for wellbeing courses. Our courses aim to promote the Five Ways to Wellbeing Giving Taking Notice Connecting Being Active Learning How do I choose the right level for me? Get Started courses are aimed at complete beginners. Beginner courses are suitable for learners who may have had no prior experience of this subject or may have tried the subject before and need a refresher. Mixed Level courses are suitable for any level of experience as you will be taught on an individual basis, in a workshop style teaching environment. Get inspired to try something new! Advanced courses are aimed at learners who have had substantial experience in the subject, have a range of skills and techniques already but wish to develop these further and focus on developing their creative design skills. Workshop courses are suitable for any level of experience and give you the time to develop your own ideas and projects with support from your tutor. For some courses, staff will need to undertake an initial assessment to provide further information and guidance to ensure the course is right for you before you enrol (in particular accredited courses). ART Botanical Drawing and Painting - Mixed Level Workshop Full Fee Reduced Fee /01/ BR099C001P Enderby Brockington Community College Mon 19:00-21:00 11/04/ BR099E001P 18 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

19 Drawing and Painting - Mixed Level 15 weeks 10 weeks 9 weeks 8 weeks 6 weeks Full Fee Full Fee Full Fee Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee Reduced Fee Reduced Fee Reduced Fee Reduced Fee :00-12:00 14/01/ SN099C041P Coalville Resource Centre Thu 13:00-15:00 14/01/ SN099C042P 10:00-12:00 14/04/ SN099E041P 13:00-15:00 14/04/ SN099E042P Countesthorpe Community College Tue 19:00-21:00 19/01/ CO099C001P 12/04/ CO099E001P Hinckley Library Thu 13:00-15:00 28/01/ SN099C070P Market Harborough Evangelical Church Mon 13:00-15:00 22/02/ MH099D003P Market Harborough Symington Building Thu 10:00-12:00 14/01/ MH099C014P 14/04/ MH099E014P Thu 12:45-14:45 14/01/ MT099C010P Melton Library Wed 10:00-12:00 20/01/ MT099C003P Wed 10:00-12:00 13/04/ MT099E003P Thu 12:45-14:45 14/04/ MT099E010P Wed 10:00-12:00 13/01/ LB099C029P Wed 13:00-15:00 13/01/ LB099C040P Mountsorrel Library Thu 10:00-12:00 14/01/ LB099C030P Wed 10:00-12:00 13/04/ LB099E029P Thu 10:00-12:00 14/04/ LB099E030P Shepshed Library Fri 10:00-12:00 22/01/ LB099C036P 15/04/ LB099E036P Wigston Magna Library Tue 19:00-21:00 19/01/ WG099C006P 12/04/ WG099E006P ART Drawing and Painting - Advanced Level Full Fee Reduced Fee Market Harborough Evangelical Church Mon 10:00-12:00 22/02/ MH099D002P Melton Library Mon 10:00-12:00 22/02/ MT099D030P Watercolour Painting - Mixed Level 15 weeks 10 weeks Full Fee Reduced Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee :00-12:00 13/01/ BR099C007P Enderby Brockington Community College Wed 13:30-15:30 13/01/ BR099C100P 10:00-12:00 13/04/ BR099E007P 13:30-15:30 13/04/ BR099E100P The Roundhill Academy Tue 19:00-21:00 23/02/ RO099D001P Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 19

20 CERAMICS Pottery Workshop Full Fee Reduced Fee Countesthorpe Community College Tue 19:00-21:00 23/02/ CO099D004P Enderby Brockington Community College Mon 19:00-21:00 22/02/ BR099D006P Groby Community College Mon 19:00-21:00 22/02/ SN099D040P Mkt Harborough Welland Park Community College Mon 19:00-21:00 22/02/ MH099D013P Thu 19:00-21:00 25/02/ MH099D012P Back to Basics Cookery (NHS Funded) FREE This is a joint programme with the NHS which aims to introduce you to the skills of healthy cooking and eating, building your confidence in the kitchen and working with Love Food Hate Waste to safely store and use your leftovers. Some courses are advertised below but look out for other courses advertised on posters in your local area. Enderby Brockington Community College Thu 18:30-21:00 14/01/ BR149C039P Loughborough Gorse Covert Mon 13:30-16:00 11/01/ LB149C060P Loughborough Moira Centre Mon 12:00-14:30 22/02/ LB149D056P The Roundhill Academy Mon 18:30-21:00 11/01/ RO149C022P COOKERY AND SUGARCRAFT Cooking Cooking Saturdays 8 weeks 5 weeks Full Fee Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee Reduced Fee Cooking - Indian Groby Community College Tue 19:00-21:00 19/01/ SN079C052P The Roundhill Academy Wed 19:00-21:00 20/04/ RO079E013P Cooking - Simply Bake The Roundhill Academy Tue 19:00-21:00 23/02/ RO079D014P Cooking - Summer Dishes Groby Community College Tue 19:00-21:00 26/04/ SN079E053P Reduced Fee 9.00 Cooking Saturdays - Caribbean Enderby Brockington Community College Sat 09:30-14:30 27/02/ BR079D012P Cooking Saturdays - Mexican Tapas Enderby Brockington Community College Sat 09:30-14:30 06/02/ BR079C013P Cooking Saturdays - Spanish Tapas The Roundhill Academy Sat 09:30-14:30 11/06/ RO079F015P Cooking Saturdays - Tunisian The Roundhill Academy Sat 09:30-14:30 05/03/ RO079D016P Sugarcraft Saturdays - Modelling Simple Figures Full Fee Reduced Fee 9.00 The Roundhill Academy Sat 10:00-15:30 11/06/ RO079F031P 20 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

21 Jewellery Making 8 weeks 6 weeks Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee Reduced Fee Jewellery Making - Beading Workshop Loughborough Library Mon 19:00-21:00 18/01/ LB099C027P 11/04/ LB099E027P Thorpe Astley Community Centre Fri 10:00-12:00 22/01/ BR099C002P 15/04/ BR099E002P Jewellery Making - Fun with Wire and Beads Coalville Library Mon 10:00-12:00 25/01/ SN099C043P Hinckley John Cleveland Community College Wed 19:00-21:00 20/01/ SN099C039P Silversmithing Workshop Full Fee Reduced Fee /01/ RO099C019P The Roundhill Academy Wed 19:00-21:00 13/04/ RO099E019P Arts and Crafts for Adults with Learning Disabilities Meet the Tutor - Phil Jordan Phil Jordan is a contemporary designer silversmith. In 2008, after graduating from Sheffield with a BA (Hons) in Metalwork & Jewellery, Phil became an active member of the Contemporary British Silversmiths and began his career as a self-employed silversmith splitting his time between producing his own work and running courses for those who wish to explore the craft he loves what he does and enjoys sharing that with others, no matter their skill level. In his classes, he likes to support the students in developing their own designs and producing them. He finds this type of work very rewarding and enjoys it immensely. Full Fee Reduced Fee 9.20 Our art and craft course is designed for adults with learning disabilities and their carers (who can join for free to support and take part!). The course is about having fun and enabling learners to make the most of their leisure time through art and crafts whilst developing their skills. Enjoy making and creating a range of crafts in a supportive group. Activities can include card making, jewellery making, painting and drawing, celebrating cultural festivals, modelling and collage. This course will give the opportunity to improve your personal skills by learning to make choices, solve problems and work as part of a group. Coalville Library Wed 10:00-12:00 27/01/ SN099C072P CRAFTS CRAFTS Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 21

22 Craft Saturdays Full Fee Reduced Fee Craft Saturdays - Silversmithing for Beginners The Roundhill Academy Sat 09:30-16:00 05/03/ RO099D018P Full Fee Reduced Fee Craft Saturdays - Tiara and Fascinator Workshop Loughborough Library Sat 09:30-16:00 06/02/ LB099C026P CRAFTS Upholstery and Soft Furnishings Workshop Full Fee Reduced Fee Cotesbach Village Hall Mon 09:30-11:30 22/02/ CO099D007P Lutterworth Community College Mon 19:00-21:00 22/02/ CO099D002P Mkt Harborough Welland Park Community College Wed 19:00-21:00 24/02/ MH099D356P The Roundhill Academy Mon 19:00-21:00 22/02/ RO099D010P Wed 19:00-21:00 24/02/ RO099D009P Upholstery Workshop Full Fee Reduced Fee Countesthorpe Community College Tue 19:00-21:00 23/02/ CO099D006P FITNESS AND HEALTH Ballet For Wellbeing and Fitness This new course welcomes adults of all levels of experience and can build your confidence and fitness in this friendly and enjoyable class. Pilates - Mixed Ability Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee Enderby Brockington Community College Tue 19:15-20:15 23/02/ BR099D008P Reduced Fee :00-19:00 23/02/ CO089D008P Broughton Astley Thomas Estley CC Tue 19:05-20:05 23/02/ CO089D009P 20:10-21:10 23/02/ CO089D010P Coalville Castle Rock High School Mon 19:15-20:15 22/02/ SN089D046P Hugglescote Surgery Thu 09:30-10:30 25/02/ SN089D047P 10:45-11:45 25/02/ SN089D048P Oadby St Pauls Church Tue 09:30-10:30 23/02/ WG089D004P 10:45-11:45 23/02/ WG089D005P Pilates Based Body Conditioning Full Fee Reduced Fee Groby Community College Tue 18:30-19:30 23/02/ SN089D050P 19:45-21:00* 23/02/ SN089D049P * 19:45-21:00 course full fee reduced fee Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

23 Pilates for Pregnancy Full Fee Yoga - Mixed Ability Full Fee Reduced Fee 5.40 Loughborough Moira Centre Sat 10:00-13:00 07/05/ LB089E032P Reduced Fee Bottesford Village Hall Mon 13:00-14:30 22/02/ MT089D011P FITNESS AND HEALTH Glass - Creative Glass Workshop Full Fee Reduced Fee Loughborough Moira Centre Sat 09:30-16:00 23/01/ LB099C025P The Roundhill Academy Sat 09:30-16:00 11/06/ RO099F007P Glass - Kiln Fused Glass - Mixed Level Full Fee Reduced Fee The Roundhill Academy Mon 19:00-21:00 01/02/ RO099C008P GLASS Glass - Stained Glass Workshop Full Fee Reduced Fee Enderby Brockington Community College Thu 19:00-21:00 21/01/ BR099C212P The tutor on this course is excellent. She has the ability to support every learner with their individual projects whilst fostering a friendly and creative atmosphere. Design and Create Using Photoshop - Develop Your Ideas Full Fee Reduced Fee Market Harborough Symington Building Wed 10:00-12:00 20/01/ MH099C026P Photography - Digital Image Manipulation Photography Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee Enderby Brockington Community College Mon 19:00-21:00 22/02/ BR099D022P Reduced Fee Photography - Explore your Camera Enderby Brockington Community College Sat 09:30-16:00 06/02/ BR099C004P Photography - Get Creative Enderby Brockington Community College Sat 09:30-16:00 27/02/ BR099D005P MEDIA Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 23

24 Meet the Tutor - Chris Rogers Chris Rogers is a professional fine artist selling her work regularly through exhibitions and commissions. Having originally studied art and design Chris went on to work as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator before developing her fine art career. Chris is an experienced tutor and believes that everybody has creative and artistic potential. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and passion for art with others and finds it hugely rewarding to help learners of all levels to develop their drawing and painting skills and to gain confidence in their abilities. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL INTEREST TEXTILES Singing for Wellbeing and Pleasure Singing for Wellbeing and Pleasure will give you the opportunity to sing in a safe and welcoming environment. As you explore and learn to sing different songs in your group, you will be able to discover how beneficial singing can be to your own wellbeing. No auditions or experience needed. Astronomy - Winter Sky Wonderland Astronomy Saturdays - A Beginners Guide Full Fee Full Fee Full Fee Reduced Fee 7.20 Mountsorrel Library Mon 10:00-11:30 25/01/ LB149C058P 11/04/ LB149E058P Wigston Magna Library Fri 10:00-11:30 22/01/ WG149C012P 15/04/ WG149E012P Reduced Fee Enderby Brockington Community College Mon 19:00-21:00 11/01/ BR029C009P Reduced Fee 9.00 Hinckley Library Sat 10:00-15:00 23/01/ SN029C051P Creative Writing - Get Started Full Fee Reduced Fee 6.00 Wigston Magna Library Wed 10:00-12:00 24/02/ WG129D011P Textiles Saturdays Full Fee Reduced Fee 9.00 Textiles Saturdays - Creative Crochet Loughborough Library Sat 10:00-15:30 06/02/ LB099C038P Textiles Saturdays - Patchwork and Quilting Basics Coalville Library Sat 10:00-15:30 05/03/ SN099D071P Textiles Saturdays - Felting for Beginners Full Fee Reduced Fee Enderby Brockington Community College Sat 10:00-15:30 06/02/ BR099C015P Market Harborough Symington Building Sat 10:00-15:30 07/05/ MH099E018P 24 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

25 Textiles 10 weeks Full Fee Reduced Fee weeks Full Fee Reduced Fee weeks Full Fee Reduced Fee weeks Full Fee Reduced Fee Textiles - Creative Sewing Workshop Coalville Castle Rock High School Mon 19:00-21:00 11/01/ SN099C044P 11/04/ SN099E044P Countesthorpe Community College Tue 19:00-21:00 12/01/ CO099C005P 12/04/ CO099E005P The Roundhill Academy Thu 19:00-21:00 21/01/ RO099C011P 14/04/ RO099E011P Textiles - Patchwork and Quilting Workshop Coalville Resource Centre Thu 18:45-20:45 21/01/ SN099C060P 14/04/ SN099E060P Textiles - Start Sewing Coalville Library Mon 10:00-12:00 25/01/ SN099C073P TEXTILES In addition to the Learning and Wellbeing courses listed, we have a range of provision designed to help you to achieve a fuller and happier life. Growing Older Creatively This programme is specifically for people with a diagnosis of dementia in the early stages, sessions are run by experienced art tutors, focusing on small group participation, communication, social interaction and creative art activities. We also offer the following short courses for agencies working with vulnerable groups who wish to work in partnership with us: Introduction to Volunteering Managing your Stress Confident Decision Making Relaxation Techniques Speaking with Confidence Healthier Eating Managing Money Better Upcycling Pilates Tasters Building Confidence and Self Esteem Arts and Craft Tasters If you wish to discuss any of these options please call Freephone and ask to speak to a Learning for Wellbeing Manager. Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 LEARNING FOR WELLBEING 25

26 ARE YOU experiencing mental health difficulties? WOULD YOU LIKE TO improve your mental health by learning? WE CAN HELP LEARNING FOR WELLBEING Learning opportunities for adults experiencing mental health difficulties Our Learning for Confidence and Better Mental Health Programme offers a taste of learning opportunities. We are a supportive and friendly service aiming to help you achieve a full and happy life. For adults who do not yet feel confident or ready to come to a more general course to learn, we offer learning opportunities and activities in supportive and safe groups. Courses run during term time at the following locations: Melton Library Wigston Magna Library and Learning Centre Roman Way, Market Harborough Hinckley Library Coalville Resource Centre Moira Centre, Loughborough The Roundhill Academy Monday 12.45pm 3.30pm Tuesday 12.45pm 3.30pm Wednesday 12.45pm 3.30pm Thursday 12.45pm 3.30pm Thursday 9.45am 12.30pm Friday 9.45am 12.30pm Friday 9.45am 12.30pm If you would like further information and/or would like to join the programme, please call FREEphone or [email protected] and leave your contact details. Remember if you don t feel confident enough to do this yourself ask your nurse, your support worker, a friend or relative to make that first call for you and/or help you complete the referral form. I was very scared and in a bad place when I first came, but as the weeks and months have gone by I have learnt and coped and it has helped build me up to become a peer mentor for Swanswell, and hopefully for a path in my life. Each week has been varied which makes it more interesting. We have done word games, drawing, writing and also talking in front of the group. This group has got along and it has been very enjoyable and I have felt at ease with everyone. The group size is just right with a really nice group of people. This has helped me to come out of my shell. 26 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

27 Information, Advice and Guidance Do you need: Help with finding employment? Help with a CV? A career change? Support in identifying the right learning course for you? Operating across the county of Leicestershire, our professional team of Learning and Work Advisors provide 1:1 free, confidential and impartial advice at our regular county wide job clubs and in local centres. We have a positive track record of supporting our clients to overcome barriers in order to achieve their learning and career goals. Call our friendly enrolment team on FREEphone to ask for an appointment. Having been referred by Jobcentre Plus, Jill met with Jenny Curtin, Learning and Work Advisor, at her local adult learning centre. Jill had been the primary carer for her mum until she recently passed away, and combined with the need to move home, this had badly affected her confidence and self-esteem. After discussing her requirements in the meeting, it was agreed that she would benefit from attending our Planning for Work course. The first session was very stressful for Jill. However, gradually with the support of the tutors and other learners she became more communicative and her confidence levels improved. Following the short course, Jill dropped in to the local Work Club to share with the Learning and Work Advisor that she had successfully obtained employment as a Taxi Escort for children with disabilities travelling to and from school, and is enjoying her new role. Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 27

28 Learning for Work Want to improve your chances in search of work? Our employability courses can provide: Advice and guidance to help you plan your route into further training or work opportunities FREE short courses to help give you maximum CV impact! SKILLS FOR JOBS Emergency First Aid at Work Level 2 (Three Year Industry Certificate) Full Fee Reduced Fee All workplaces must employ a specific number of first aid trained staff. This practical course develops your skills in handling emergency situations including vital lifesaving and resuscitation techniques. Barwell The George Ward Community Centre Tue 02/02/ /06/ SN149C018F SN149F019F 10:00-16:00 10:00-13:00 Coalville Library Tue 10:00-13:00 08/03/ SN149D021F 12/01/ SN149C020F Coalville Marlene Reid Centre Tue 10:00-13:00 17/05/ SN149E037F Enderby Brockington Bungalow Fri 10:00-16:00 12/02/ BR149C024F Thu 10:00-16:00 12/05/ BR149E025F Hinckley St Francis Community Centre Tue 10:00-13:00 19/04/ SN149E031F Loughborough Moira Centre Thu 10:00-16:00 24/03/ LB149D012F 30/06/ LB149F012F Melton Phoenix House 25/04/ MT149E016F Thu 10:00-16:00 24/03/ MT149D015F Mon 10:00-16:00 The Roundhill Academy Sat 10:00-16:00 05/03/ RO149D021F Wigston Magna Library Thu 10:00-16:00 28/01/ WG149C009F 21/04/ WG149E010F Food Safety in Catering Level 2 (Three Year Industry Certificate) Full Fee Reduced Fee Food Safety training is a legal requirement for all businesses that handle food. Coalville Marlene Reid Centre Tue 09:30-15:00 19/04/ SN149E028F 07/06/ SN149F028F Coalville Century Theatre Tue 10:00-15:30 02/02/ SN149C022F Earl Shilton Community House Tue 09:30-15:00 08/03/ SN149D037F Hinckley Library Fri 10:00-15:00 22/01/ SN149C033F Hinckley St Francis Community Centre Tue 09:30-15:00 17/05/ SN149E032F Loughborough Moira Centre Tue & Wed 09:30-15:00 22/03/ LB149D013F Market Harborough Symington Building Thu & Fri 09:30-15:00 09:30-14:30 28/06/ LB149F013F 24/03/ MH149D352F 07/07/ MH149F351F Melton Phoenix House Mon & Wed 09:45-14:45 18/04/ MT149E017F Wigston Magna Library Thu & Fri 09:30-15:00 04/02/ WG149C013F Get into IT Skills for Jobs FREE Learn to use a computer to speed up your search for employment. Gain confidence to send and receive s and attachments and search the Internet for jobs. 20/01/ LB069C047F Loughborough Moira Centre Wed 09:30-12:30 20/04/ LB069E048F 28 Not sure which is the right course for you? Call FREEphone

29 Planning for Work Specially designed to help people who have been out of the job market FREE for some time and who may be uncertain about the whole approach. Coalville Library Mon & Fri 09:30-12:30 25/01/ SN149C077P Enderby Brockington Bungalow Tue 10:00-12:00 19/01/ BR149C031P Hinckley Library Wed 10:00-12:00 27/01/ SN149C076P Loughborough Moira Centre Thu 09:30-12:30 07/01/ LB149C071P Market Harborough Symington Building Want to further your career? Do you work or volunteer in an office, school, social care, customer services or childcare? Talk to us about training to improve your qualifications at Level 2 and 3 to gain further skills in your job or to boost your job prospects. Also short courses are available for businesses, employees in work or those seeking work: First Aid Paediatric Microsoft Office ITQ Level 1 and 2 Please contact us and ask for Work Based Learning for further details. 24+ Advanced Learning Loan The 24+ Advanced Learning Loan is for anyone aged 24 and over who would like to study for a Level 3 or higher qualification. Eligibility: 24 and over at start of chosen course (no upper age limit) Resident in UK Undertaking an eligible course (Level 3 or above qualification) If you have completed a similar course in the past you may be unlikely to receive the loan Tue & Thu 09:30-12:30 12/04/ LB149E072P Thu 13:00-15:00 07/01/ MH149C353P Thu 13:00-15:00 17/03/ MH149D354P Melton Phoenix House Thu 13:00-15:00 10/03/ MT149D019P Wigston Magna Library Tue 13:00-15:00 19/01/ WG149C036P Skills for Jobs This course helps with job applications, CV writing, interview skills and your whole FREE approach to securing employment. Brush up your IT, English and Maths and complete recognised industry qualifications like Emergency First Aid at Work and Food Safety in Catering. Coalville Library Mon & Fri 09:30-12:30 01/02/ SN149D079F Hinckley Library Wed & Fri 09:30-12:30 24/02/ SN149D078F Loughborough Moira Centre Tue & Thu 09:30-12:30 19/01/ LB149C051F 19/04/ LB149E052F Wigston Magna Library Tue & Wed 13:00-15:00 09/02/ WG149C037F Repayments: No repayments until you are earning over 21,000 per year Deducted automatically from earnings once learners income is more than 21,000 per year Repayments start from April If course finishes after April 2016 they will start from the following April Repayments paid at 9% of income over 21,000 Need help paying for your learning with us? Find out more on Page 2 SKILLS FOR JOBS COURSES TO FURTHER YOUR CAREER 29

30 want to... kick start your career? TRAINEESHIPS Gina, who is one of our Trainees has recently been successful in gaining an apprenticeship at Ashmount School, she says The Traineeship Programme helped me to improve my Maths and English. I gained valuable work experience in childcare at Ashmount School. I now feel more confident and prepared for the world of work. I would recommend this programme to everyone, I really enjoyed it. I applied for an apprenticeship and was offered the position and I m really enjoying working at Ashmount School. Gina Sue Condron, the class teacher at Ashmount, is thrilled with Gina s progress saying I am extremely pleased with Gina s performance she has a natural way with the children, is always willing and has worked really hard. She has been an asset to the team and has coped really well with the challenging/complex behaviour. Sue Condron Traineeships are a new initiative specifically designed for 16 to 24 year olds who are keen to find work or an apprenticeship, but so far haven t been successful during the application stage. A traineeship consists of work experience with a local employer as well as time in a classroom, where you will be taught subjects such as English, Maths, work preparation skills, interview skills, CV writing, team building and employability skills. The programme is designed to fit in with DWP guidance and will not affect your benefits. The programme could be extended to include ICT, first aid, food safety and health and safety, should this be appropriate to the type of work you are seeking. All trainees must be committed to the programme as well as seeking employment or an apprenticeship. Leicestershire Adult Learning Service will offer information, advice and guidance throughout the programme to support your applications. If you are a Leicestershire employer who would like to offer a voluntary opportunity to a young person, then please contact Dawn Page for more information on If you would like to enrol onto our next fully funded traineeship programme then please telephone FREEphone and ask for the Apprenticeships Team. 30

31 apprenticeships Apprenticeships provide a great opportunity to earn and learn at the same time, whilst gaining a recognised qualification. Apprenticeships have no upper age limit. Visit the National Apprenticeship website to find out all about apprenticeships and their advantages. It also tells you about all of the different types of apprenticeships available and vacancies you can apply for with Leicestershire employers, where Leicestershire Adult Learning Service deliver the training. We offer a range of apprenticeships in Leicestershire and Leicester. Childcare Health and Social Care Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Customer Services Business Administration IT Team Leading and Management Millie arrived in England from Poland in 2008 and spoke no English whatsoever. Millie found this very hard and became withdrawn and too anxious to leave the house. She was encouraged by a friend to attend college where she began learning English and studying Childcare. Millie came to Leicestershire Adult Learning Service in 2013 and enrolled on Children and Young People s Workforce Level 3 Apprenticeship, based at Marlborough Day Nursery in Coalville. Millie Children and Young People s Workforce Level 3 Apprenticeship Remember there are many different types of apprenticeships; if we don t offer it there may well be other local providers who do. The National Apprenticeship website can provide more details about apprenticeships. On here you can search for vacancies advertised by all training providers in your local area. Please apply for vacancies online at or call us for more information on FREEphone As Millie s assessor I could see she was under confident in her abilities as she felt her English skills let her down. As the course went on she worked so hard to complete her Functional Skills Level 2 in English and I witnessed Millie grow in confidence and ability. Her progress in English was remarkable and passing the exams meant a great deal to her. As part of the apprenticeship Millie not only completed her Functional Skills in English Level 2 but also her Level 2 ICT Functional Skills. Millie successfully achieved her full apprenticeship by completing her CYPW Level 3 NVQ in October 2015 and is now a well-respected and accomplished childcare practitioner at the nursery. It has been a pleasure to be part of Millie s learning journey and so rewarding to see her grow and reap the rewards she truly deserves and has worked so hard for. Rachael Gallop Assessor 31

32 Learn! Leicestershire Adult Learning Service Bottesford Croxton Kerrial Castle Donington Kegworth Nether Broughton Waltham on the Wolds Visit our Facebook page to keep up to date on latest news and offers Stonesby Shepshed Hathern LOUGHBOROUGH MELTON MOWBRAY Moira COALVILLE Thringstone Measham Hugglescote Ibstock Newbold Verdon HINCKLEY A47 Earl Shilton A50 Ratby Groby Anstey Desford Braunstone ENDERBY Broughton Astley Quorn Sileby Mountsorrel Narborough A6 Birstall LEICESTER Syston A607 THURMASTON Oadby WIGSTON Countesthorpe Fleckney A6 A47 Kibworth Beauchamp Tilton on the Hill M1 Gilmorton A50 MARKET HARBOROUGH Cotesbach Enrolment Centres 1 Enderby, Brockington CC Coalville Library Hinckley Library Melton Library Loughborough, Moira Centre Wigston Library Thurmaston, Roundhill Academy Market Harborough, Symington Building Enrol today... Online at Call FREEphone (open Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm except Christmas period) Call or visit an adult learning enrolment centre (please check opening times) P0662 Details correct at time of printing - valid until July Call or FREEphone facebook.com/leicsgolearn