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Monday
Touch Typing and Keyboard Skills
Mondays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Room: 11, I.T. Suite
Tutor - Sue Mead
An introductory course for those who want to acquire and practice the skill of touch typing, with special emphasis on learners with a visual impairment. The course will also cover a number of keyboard shortcuts used in many software applications.Using Numbers in Everyday Life
Mondays 1.30pm - 4.00pm
Room: 11, I.T. Suite
Tutor - Paul Sealey
Do you lack confidence with everyday maths? Does maths remain a mystery? Then join our numeracy courses, offered at different levels. Flexible study in small, friendly classes with a relaxed and informal environment.
Emotional Management
Mondays 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Room: 52
Tutor - Alan MacGregor
Workshops on how you can improve your relating skills through understanding some of the key processes and behaviours in engaging with others. Workshops will include: Power and Relationships, How to Intervene Effectively with Others, Managing your Relationship, Keeping Depression At Bay, Understanding Childhood Influences, Pain Management, Working with Difficult People and putting it together and applying it to your life.
Tuesday
Using Microsoft Office
Tuesdays 10.30am - 3.30pm (lunch break from 12.30pm - 1.30pm)
Room: 11, I.T. Suite
Tutor - Peter Mead
This course will cover the major applications making up Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint. Other applications will be covered as required.
Cognitive Behaviour & Stress Management
Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.45pm
Room: 52
Tutor - Richard Hilling
When we are exposed to a particular trauma or life event our thought process can be triggered in a negative way, sometimes to the detriment of our behaviour. This course will look at addressing negative assumptions and reducing them through using cognitive behaviour therapy.Understanding & Overcoming Social Anxiety
Tuesdays 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Room: 52
Tutor - David Reeves
This course aims to teach individuals an understanding of social anxiety, develop established proven techniques to break out of the vicious circle of negative self image, learn the art of self acceptance and alter their life for the better. This course will provide practical advice, tested exercises and discuss how to find new ways of coping and finally overcoming social anxiety.
Wednesday
Using the Internet
Wednesdays 10.30am - 12.30pmRoom: 11, I.T. Suite
Tutor - Peter Mead
The Internet is now an essential part of everyday life. This course is for those who want to learn to use the World Wide Web effectively for business and pleasure. It will cover a variety of topics including the basics of browsing, using search engines to find specific information, e-learning, web based email, on-line shopping, on-line tools and applications.Music Therapy
Wednesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Room: 86
Tutor - Bob Heath
Learn how to connect with and express your emotions using a wide range of musical and therapeutic interventions. Areas that may be covered, subject to group consensus are; Active music making, Chanting, Drawing to music, Drumming, Lyric analysis, Music and imagery, Music appreciation, Singing, Song writing, Sound exploration, Sound vibration, and Toning/Humming (Chakra).
Learning To Relax with Arts & Crafts
Wednesdays 1.30pm - 4.00pmRoom: 86
Tutor - Robert Martins
This course will explore a variety of therapeutic learning including oil painting, craftwork and textile work. This course aims to reduce stress levels and increase a sense of well-being. Learn at your own pace. We welcome all ranges of ability.Thursday
Preparing for Work
Thursdays 10.00am - 12.00pm (to start 18th March)
Room: 11, I.T. Suite
Tutor - Dani Hilary
Are you unsure about your abilities and skills and how these match with the options available? This is course will guide you through the maze of securing the job you want. From undertaking a skills scan, understanding the recruitment and selection process to workshops on interview technique and completing successful applications.
Life Skills, Stress Management & Relaxation
Thursdays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Room: 52
Tutor - Jules McInnes
Find out how to adapt your insight talent and natural skills to give you the life that you want. Work on individual problems in a natural atmosphere and with the support of a group of like minded people. Topics include: Reiki Level Two, Shamanic practice, Heal your life workshop, Alexander Techniques, Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), Hypnotherapy, Dream Work, Psycho-drama workshop and many more.
Tai Chi, Qi Gong & Pain Management
Thursdays 10.30am - 12.00 noon
Room: 86
Tutor - Graham Pritchard
This is a practical course designed to teach the sequence of gentle flowing movements. The basics are easy to learn and the health benefits include increased flexibility, muscle strength, correct posture and a sense of well being.
Communication Skills (written & verbal)
Thursdays 1.30pm - 4.00pm
Room: 11, I.T. Suite
Tutor - Ana Kelly
Learners follow appropriate written and spoken communication programmes, agreed with the tutor. All levels are welcome up to GCSE standard. City & Guilds qualifications taken as requested.
Develop your confidence and assertiveness through role play
Thursdays 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Room: 86
Tutor - Jules McInnes
Find out how to adapt your insight talent and natural skills to give you the life that you want. Work on individual problems in a natural atmosphere and with the support of a group of like minded people. Subjects that may be covered are ; Voice and movement; Mime techniques; Characterisation; Roleplay; Body language; Encouraging awareness of self and of others; Addressing an audience; Different performance styles . Subjects / topics to be decided by the group.
Friday
Computing for the Visually ImpairedFridays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Room: 11, I.T. Suite
Tutor - Sue Mead
This course will allow visually impaired people to learn the essential skill of using a computer without vision. It will enable them to use applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook with confidence. It will also allow them to access the Internet. Computers equipped with screen reading software (magnification and voice output) will be used to achieve this.
Making The Most Of Yourself / How To Present Yourself
Fridays 10.30am - 12.30 pm
Room: 52
Tutor - Trish Rawlins
A practical course designed to teach you the benefits of looking after yourself inside and out. This course will identify the importance of first impression, personal grooming, choosing clothes to enhance your figure and diet for energy and well-being.
Improving your Personal Effectiveness
Fridays 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Room: 52
Tutor - Alan MacGregor
This course will provide learners with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of developing self-esteem, confidence, assertiveness, communication, body language, presentation skills, resolving conflict etc. This introductory course is ideal for those who have a general interest in interpersonal relationships and will enhance individual personal development.
Additional Courses & Options
When learners are not attending the above courses, other courses and options are available. These include:
• e-Learning in association with Learn Direct and Swindon College
• In – house N.V.Q. Placements
• Voluntary Placements - Office & admin work
• One to One Support - Life Skills Coaching plus careers advice
• One to one Counselling.
Future Courses
These include:
• Men's & Women's Self Help Group
• Stress Management & Hypnosis for Carers
• Self Defence
• Advanced Word and Excel
• Effective Communication skills and Conflict Management
And Many More …Summary
A variety of courses are offered to tailor and meet different learning needs, styles and disabilities. A mixture of morning and afternoon courses are offered to cater for individuals' time constraints.