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Adult Learning Courses Hambleton and Richmondshire

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IMPROVING my core skills, health and wellbeing

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Remember – more detailed course information is available online at www.northyorks.gov.uk/adultlearning

Learn, improve and progress with the Adult Learning & Skills Service

We offer a range of courses for you to:

Learn for work

Progress your career

Improve your core skills

Improve your health and wellbeing

Develop skills for work

Our courses are part time and are available as daytime or evening classes so you can update your skills around your lifestyle.

To help make learning affordable for everyone, reduced fees are available and some of our courses which support employment skills are FREE if you are unemployed, receiving state benefits and actively seeking work.

It is not like going back to school, it is about progressing forward and learning in a relaxed setting with like-minded people.

The following pages contain details of our part-time courses on offer between July 2018 and July 2019 in your area.

ContentsAll of the information in our brochure has been carefully checked and is correct at the time of printing. From time to time courses are updated. Please check our website for up-to-date information. www.northyorks.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact our Customer Service Centre on 01609 780780 and ask for ‘Adult Learning’.

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How to book onto a course & our free information and guidance service ..................... 4-5

Choosing your own career path ............................6

Accounting courses .......................................... 7-8

Computing courses ........................................ 8-10

Education & training ...................................... 11-12

English & maths ............................................ 12-16

ESOL ..................................................................17

Health & social care ...................................... 17-19

Health & wellbeing ..............................................20

Courses for volunteers .................................. 21-22

Family learning ....................................................23

Dates for your diary ............................................24

Apprenticeships ............................................ 25-28

What to do next ..................................................29

Further information ....................................... 30-31

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Catterick Garrison We have courses taking place across the Hambleton and Richmondshire area! Welcome to our annual brochure, packed

full of exciting Adult Learning courses starting over the next 12 months in your area with some extending into the school summer holidays.






Our FREE advice and guidance serviceIf you would like to discuss your learning options, ask about specialist support or enquire about financial support, we may be able to offer you support with your learning. Why not book a FREE appointment with one of our Learning and Skills Advisers?

We offer free advice and guidance on all our courses, including information on:

• Free courses and taster sessions.

• Training and workshops.

• Available learning opportunities suited to your needs.

• Support with initial assessments for English, ICT and maths.

• Funding and specialist support e.g. hearing/ sight impairment, disability or learning difficulty.

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Step 1 Call or email to book an appointment (see back cover for details).

Step 2 At the appointment your Adviser will explore your options based on your skills, interests and career aspirations.

Step 3 Action plan – your Adviser will work with you to identify what you want to achieve and how you can get there.

Step 4 Funding – your Adviser will review your funding and eligibility options.

Step 5 Enrolment form – your Adviser will help you to complete your enrolment form and start you on the right course.

Booking your course For a full list of all our courses, information about FREE taster sessions, course information sheets, eligibility criteria and how to enrol and pay online visit: www.northyorks.gov.uk/adultlearning

Opening hours Office opening hours are Monday – Thursday 08:30–17:00 Friday 08:30–16:30

How to contact usPlease pick up the phone and give us a call. Our calls are dealt with by our Customer Service Centre who can:

• Book you an appointment with a Learning and Skills Adviser.

• Take note of your absence.

• Deal with your enquiry or anything else you may wish to contact us for.

When you call us on 01609 780780, please tell the Adviser that you are calling about Adult Learning and then explain the nature of your call.

Our Customer Service Centre opening hours are Monday – Friday 08:00-17:30

Meet our team of Learning & Skills Advisers who will be able to help you choose a course.

Let us support your learning, every step of the way

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6 Remember – more detailed course information is available online at www.northyorks.gov.uk/adultlearning

I want to work in schools

Choose your own career pathway with

Speak to a Learning and Skills Adviser

Short courses in preparing for work

Occupational skills for employment

Introductory computing courses

Introduction to English and maths


Introduction to accounts

Bookkeeping level 1 award AAT

Computerised accounting level 1 award using sage AAT

Access award in business skills level 1 AAT

Accounting foundation level 2 certificate AAT

Apprenticeship in accountancy


Short courses in social care and counselling

Introduction to working in adult social care

Certificates in adult health and social care, counselling and mental health

Apprenticeship in health and social care


Introduction to supporting teaching and learning

Supporting teaching and learning in schools certificate

Apprenticeship in supporting teaching and learning in schools

Employment

I want to get back into employment

I want to work in accountancy

I want to work in social care

Understanding the course costs Price 1 – Course Fee

Price 2 – Reduced Fee

Price 3 – Materials fee if applicable

Price 4 – Exam fee if applicable

Look out for the logo. We have marked up all our eligible qualifications where you can fund your course through an Advanced Learner Loan (please see page 34 for more details).

AccountingWe offer a range of accounting qualifications which each take between 8-18 months to complete. These qualifications provide training for a huge range of accounting and finance roles, and there is a qualification to suit all levels. Please contact us for more details (see back cover for details).

Business skills access award level 1 AAT

Gain a taster of what it is like to work in a professional environment. You will gain an understanding of accounting terms and get support with literacy and numeracy.

East Thirsk Learning Resource Centre, Thirsk Thu 09:15-15:15 27/09/2018 8 wks £225 | Free | £20 | £84

YMCA, Richmond The course day and time is TBC (please contact us for more information) 24/09/2018 8 wks £225 | Free | £20 | £84

Bookkeeping accessaward level 1 AAT

This qualification does not require any prior accounting knowledge. You will gain a solid background in single entry bookkeeping.

YMCA, Richmond The course time is TBC (please contact us for more information). 7 wks £150 | Free | £20 | £84


Accounting software access awardin using Sage level 1 AAT

This is the perfect starting point if you want to carry out basic finance and administrative duties using accounting software packages.


YMCA, Richmond The course time is TBC (please contact us for more information) 25/09/2018 9 wks £150 | Free | £20 | £84

Accounting advanceddiploma level 3 AAT

In this qualification you will master more complex accounting disciplines including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants.

YMCA, Richmond Thu 09:30-12:30 04/10/2018 40 wks £2,573 | £2,573 | £231 | £407

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Accounting foundationcertificate level 2 AAT

This qualification will prepare you for junior and entry level accounting roles. It delivers a solid foundation in finance administration – covering areas such as double entry bookkeeping to basic costing principles and using accounting software.

East Thirsk Learning Resource Centre, Thirsk Tue 09:15-12:15 23/10/2018 44 wks £1,265 | Free | £183 | £345

YMCA, Richmond Mon 09:30-12:30 01/10/2018 44 wks £1,265 | Free | £183 | £345

YMCA, Richmond Wed 18:00-21:00 03/10/2018 44 wks £1,265 | Free | £183 | £345

ComputingWe have a range of courses to update your computing skills whether it is for work, to gain or improve your skills or a leisure interest.

Do you know a group of people who need digital skills for shopping, paying household bills, booking holidays, keeping in touch with friends and family? We can bring learning to your local community. Please contact us if you are interested in this exciting opportunity.

FREE workshops and courses are available (see back cover for contact details).

1 Introduction to computers – start here if you are completely new to computers. This course can take up to 12 weeks to complete.

2 Award in digital skills entry 3 BCS – you can progress to the award once you have completed our introduction to computers course. This is an entry level accredited course, you will receive a certificate upon completion. This course can take up to 15 weeks to complete.

3 Functional ICT – you can now start to progress through a functional ICT course which covers the following: introduction to word processing, introduction to Excel, introduction to PowerPoint and an introduction to databases/ systems. A functional ICT course can take up to 22 weeks to complete. Once you have successfully completed a functional ICT course you may wish to progress towards a recognised ECDL qualification.

These courses run for 40 weeks of the year, so you can join a course at various intervals throughout the year and progress at your own pace.

Introduction to computers

Colburn Library Mon 09:30-11:30 10/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Colburn Library Tue 09:45-11:45 04/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Northallerton Library Thu 09:30-11:30 06/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

YMCA Learning Centre, Richmond Tue 09:30-12:30 07/08/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Northallerton Library Wed 09:30-12:30 08/08/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Northallerton Library Thu 18:00-21:00 09/08/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Northallerton Library Fri 13:00-16:00 10/08/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Middleham Key Centre, Middleham Mon 18:00-20:30 06/08/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

The Globe, Stokesley Library Tue 14:30-16:30 07/08/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Award in digital skills entry 3 BCS

YMCA, Richmond Tue 09:30-12:30 07/08/2018 40 wks £150 | Free | N/A | £70

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Wed 09:30-12:30 08/08/2018 40 wks £150 | Free | N/A | £70

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Fri 13:00-16:00 10/08/2018 40 wks £150 | Free | N/A | £70

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Thu 18:00-21:00 09/08/2018 40 wks £150 | Free | N/A | £70

Functional ICT

YMCA, Richmond Tue 09:30-12:30 07/08/2018 40 wks £168 | Free | N/A | £16

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Wed 09:30-12:30 08/08/2018 40 wks £168 | Free | N/A | £16

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Fri 13:00-16:00 10/08/2018 40 wks £168 | Free | N/A | £16

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Thu 18:00-21:00 09/08/2018 40 wks £168 | Free | N/A | £16



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Middleham Key Centre, Middleham Mon 18:00-20:30 06/08/2018 40 wks £168 | Free | N/A | £16

ECDL in IT user skills certificate level 1 BCS

This course is aimed at learners who have reasonable computer skills and would like to learn more and gain a recognised IT qualification. These courses run for 40 weeks of the year, so you can join a course at various intervals throughout the year and progress at you own pace. This course can take up to 17 weeks to complete.

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Mon 09:30-12:30 06/08/2018 40 wks £365 | Free | N/A | £75


Northallerton Library, Northallerton Tue 18:00-21:00 07/08/2018 40 wks £365 | Free | N/A | £75

Catterick Community Library, Catterick Garrison Fri 10:00-12:30 10/08/2018 40 wks £365 | Free | N/A | £75


ECDL in IT user skills certificate level 2 BCS

The level 2 certificate confirms and demonstrates your competent use of computers that potential employers are looking for. You should have completed the BCS ECDL level 1 certificate in IT user skills or demonstrate a comparable level 1 qualification. These courses run for 40 weeks of the year, so you can join a course at various intervals throughout the year and progress at you own pace. This course can take up to 29 weeks to complete.



Northallerton Library, Northallerton Tue 18:00-21:00 07/08/2018 40 wks £409 | Free | N/A | £88



Education and trainingWe offer a suite of qualifications which develop the knowledge and skills required to meet the support needs of early years, primary, secondary and special needs schools. These qualifications are suitable for those already working as learning support staff in schools and those wanting to pursue a new career in education. Why not make an appointment with a Learning and Skills Adviser to find out which programme is best suited to your needs?

Preparing to work in schools awardlevel 1 NCFE CACHE

This qualification prepares you for further learning and training whilst developing an understanding of the teaching and learning environment in a school setting. It covers areas such as how to support the well-being of a child and young person’s development. This qualification is ideal if you are thinking of working in a school setting including: young people, mature learners, learners with special educational needs or where English is an additional language.

Courses are taking place in Northallerton and Catterick throughout the year, please contact us for more information (please see the back page for details) 16 wks £171 | Free | N/A | £46

Support work in schools andcolleges award level 2 NCFE

This qualification is an introduction to the knowledge and understanding needed to work in a school or college environment. This is a knowledge-only qualification. You do not need to be working or undertaking practical placements to take this qualification.

Courses are taking place in Northallerton and Catterick throughout the year, please contact us for more information (please see the back page for details) 21 weeks £255 | Free | N/A | £65

Paul Marshall Functional English, maths and ICT

What has the ALSS done for you? The Adult Learning and Skills Service have done a lot for me. My English was very poor at the start of my courses, in fact quite embarrassing but now I have a much better understanding. I am much better at writing letters, writing layouts and filling forms in. These are things I used to struggle with.

What have you enjoyed from your learning experience? I have really enjoyed being around my course friends and it’s made me realise that there are lots of people out there who struggle with maths and English. The Adult Learning and Skills Service is the perfect environment to learn in, but if you want to know the truth passing exams is a great thing but most of all I have enjoyed the kind, extremely helpful and caring help I have received from the whole team.

What would you say to someone who is thinking about enrolling? The support I have received throughout my journey has made me realise that there is help out there. I say to anyone who wants to enrol onto an Adult Learning and Skills Service course, have no fear it is the perfect way to learn.

You all start at the same level and are in the same situation. The Adult Learning team will put you at ease and make you feel comfortable.

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Northallerton Wed 12:30-15:00 05/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Northallerton Fri 09:00-12:00 07/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Northallerton Mon 13:00-15:30 10/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Richmond Wed 13:00-15:30 05/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Richmond Wed 18:00-20:30 05/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Richmond Thu 13:00-15:30 06/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Richmond Mon 09:30-12:00 10/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free


RAF Leeming Thu 09:00-12:00 06/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

RAF Leeming Thu 13:00-16:00 06/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Thirsk Tue 09:30-12:00 04/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Thirsk Tue 12:30-15:00 04/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Myths and legends

This course will provide an opportunity to read, plan and write a local myth or legend. It is perfect

if you have an interest in history, or would like to update your reading and writing skills.

Thirsk Tue 13:00-15:00 04/09/2018 5 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A


Catterick Tue 13:00-15:30 11/09/2018 5 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A


Easingwold Thu 09:30-11:30 06/09/2018 5 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Easingwold Thu 12:30-15:00 06/09/2018 5 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Richmond Tue 09:30-11:30 04/09/2018 5 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Watching the detectives

This course will provide an opportunity to read and interpret a range of short crime fiction stories, and look at the writing techniques and language used. This could be to develop a love of reading or support an interest in writing styles and techniques.



Thirsk Thu 13:00-15:00 11/10/2018 9 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Education and training awardlevel 3 City & Guilds

The level 3 award in education and training is an introduction to teaching that will give an insight into the roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training, how to plan and deliver inclusive teaching sessions and how to assess and give constructive feedback.

Courses are taking place in Northallerton and Catterick throughout the year, please contact us for more information (please see the back page for details).

Education and training certificatelevel 4 City & Guilds

This is the first stage teaching qualification which has a teaching/training practice requirement. It is an ‘in Service’ qualification designed for those working or wishing to work as teachers/trainers in England. You must have access to 30 hours of teaching. This qualification is also suitable if you deliver education and training in any learning environment.

Courses are taking place in Northallerton and Catterick throughout the year, please contact us for more information (please see the back page for details).

EnglishWe have a variety of courses to support you in developing your English and maths skills, from entry level functional skills to GCSE. Meet one of our Learning and Skills Advisers to find out which option is best for you.

English

This course is ideal if you currently do not hold a level 2 qualification. You will gain a City & Guilds functional English qualification at an appropriate level.

This course runs for 40 weeks of the year, so you can join a course at various intervals throughout the year and progress at your own pace. The course can take up to 22 weeks to complete.

Catterick Mon 18:00- 20:30 10/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Catterick Wed 09:30-12:00 05/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free



Colburn Wed 09:00-11:30 05/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Middleham Thu 12:00-14:30 06/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Middleham Thu 12:00-14:30 13/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free






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Let’s look at fairy tales

This course will provide an opportunity to read and interpret a range of fairy tales and look at the writing techniques and language used. This could be to develop a love of reading or support an interest in writing styles and techniques.

Northallerton Mon 10:00-12:00 07/01/2019 5 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Catterick Mon 13:00-15:00 03/06/2019 5 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Get to grips grammar

This course will provide an opportunity to develop your writing skills. This could be to support your employment opportunities, update your knowledge or support you to complete a functional skills qualification.

Thirsk Tues 13:00-15:00 13/11/2018 6 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Spelling and punctuation

This course will provide an opportunity to develop your writing skills, with a focus on spelling and punctuation. This could be to support your employment opportunities, update your knowledge or support you to complete a functional skills qualification.


Creative writing

This courses provides an opportunity for you to develop techniques for unleashing your creative potential and to update your reading and writing skills.

This course runs on demand throughout the year (please contact us for more information). 2 hours 3 wks £65 | Free | N/A | N/A

Preparing for GCSE English

This short course will help prepare you for starting an accredited GCSE English course. It is ideal if you need to update your reading and writing skills.


Richmond Thu 18:00-21:00 11/10/2018 6 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Northallerton Tue 18:00-21:00 09/10/2018 6 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

Richmond Thu 09:30-12:30 11/10/2018 6 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

GCSE English

Catterick Tue 13:00-16:00 27/11/2018 20 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free




Maths

This course is ideal if you currently do not hold a level 2 qualification. You will gain a City & Guilds functional maths qualification at an appropriate level.

This course runs for 40 weeks of the year, so you can join a course at various intervals throughout the year and progress at your own pace. The course can take up to 22 weeks to complete.

Rural Arts Centre, Thirsk Tue 18:00-21:00 04/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Richmond Tue 18:30-21:00 04/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Wed 09:30-12:00 05/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free


YMCA, Richmond Wed 09:30-12:00 05/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Colburn Library, Colburn Wed 13:00-15:30 05/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

RAF Leeming, Leeming Thu 09:30-16:00 06/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Catterick Community Library, Catterick Garrison Thu 09:30-12:00 06/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

YMCA, Richmond Thur 13:00-15:30 06/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free


Richmond School, Richmond Thu 18:00-21:00 06/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Thirsk Library, Thirsk Tue 09:30-12:00 04/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Thirsk Library, Thirsk Tue 12:30-15:00 04/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Thu 18:00-20:30 06/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Northallerton College, Northallerton Wed 18:00-21:00 05/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Sat 09:30-15:30 08/09/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Mon 09:30-15:30 20/08/2018 40 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

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Preparing for GCSE Maths

This short course will help prepare you for starting an accredited GCSE maths course.

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Thu 13:00-16:00 6/9/18 6 wks Free | Free | N/A | N/A

GCSE maths

RAF Leeming, Leeming Thu 09:00-15:00 25/04/2019 6 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Rural Arts Centre, Thirsk Tue 18:00-21:00 27/11/2018 20 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Richmond School, Richmond Thu 18:00-21:00 29/11/2018 20 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Northallerton College, Northallerton Wed 18:00-21:00 28/11/2018 20 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Thu 13:00-16:00 29/11/2018 20 wks Free | Free | N/A | Free

ESOLESOL skills for life qualifications are for anyone based in the UK who needs to improve their understanding and use of written or spoken English. This might be to progress at work, prepare for further study, gain access to public services or just to function more effectively in an English-speaking environment. You will be asked to complete a short assessment at the start of your course to decide which ESOL qualification is right for you.

Skills for life ESOL

Middleham Key Centre, Middleham Thu 13:00-16:00 13/09/2018 14 wks £93 | Free | N/A | £21



Health and Social CareWe offer a range of health and social care qualifications which are designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge needed to care for others in a broad range of health or social care settings. Our 6 week health and social care courses cover 3 course modules: awareness of dementia, employability skills and preparing to work in adult social care. These courses roll over into the next module.

Taster session introduction toworking in adult social care

A five hour introductory class to see which course is right for you.

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Thu 10:00-15:00 06/09/2018 1 wk Free | Free | N/A | N/A



Catterick Community Library, Catterick Garrison Thu 10:00-15:00 13/09/2018 1 wk Free | Free | N/A | N/A



Employability skills award level 1 City & Guilds

This qualification is ideal if you would like to live a more independent life, progress in education and/or employment prospects; get into a job, develop on the job or move onto the next job, as you progress along the career ladder.

Northallerton Library, Northallerton Thu & Fri every week 09:20-15:30 13/09/2018 6 wks £300 | Free | N/A | N/A



Margaret McCann AAT Bookkeeping course, maths and English

What has the ALSS done for you? I have chronic Diabetes and I really struggled with my accounting course in the first few months. The Adult Learning Team were very understanding and supportive of my personal circumstances. I successfully managed to improve and control my diabetes through a new love of swimming and have since completed two sponsored charity swims raising over £950. I was then able to complete my English, maths and accounting course.

This year the local library have asked me to be an Ambassador for their summer reading challenge which promotes children from 4 years to 11 years to read a total of 6 books throughout the summer holidays. I will be visiting schools to promote the benefits of reading ahead of the summer challenge.

I am absolutely thrilled to have been given this opportunity and I would not have been able to do this if it wasn’t for my Adult Learning experience. Not only did I meet lovely tutors and friends but I feel I have progressed enormously in all aspects of my mental and physical health, and in terms of my social skills.

What would you say to someone who is thinking about enrolling? I would recommend for everyone to enrol onto an Adult Learning course, as it is not only a great confidence booster but overall a fabulous learning experience!

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Counselling skills certificate level 2 CPCAB

This qualification is designed to give you the underpinning knowledge, skills and competencies to use counselling skills ethically and safely in a variety of contexts and roles. This qualification is for: those starting the first level of training as a professional counsellor, those who want to learn counselling skills in other professional or helping roles and for those who want to improve their professional and personal relationships as part of personal development.

Romanby Church, Northallerton The date and time of this course are TBC (please contact us for more information) 30 wks £395 | Free | N/A | £158

Health and social diploma in carelevel 2 City & Guilds

This qualification is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to care for others in a broad range of health or social care settings. A diploma in health and social care is flexible to suit all fields of health and social care. You can select a pathway that suits your role. Level 2 will suit you if you are a care worker or want to get your first care job.

Work based This is a workplace qualification, flexible start dates are available. Please contact us (see back cover for details) to find out more information. £1,987 | £1,987 | N/A | N/A

Catterick Community Library, Catterick Garrison Thu & Fri every week 09:20-15:30 20/09/2018 6 wks £300 | Free | N/A | N/A



Preparing to work in adult socialcare award level 1 NCFE

This qualification develops a basic knowledge of the adult social care sector. It covers the type of job roles and services within it, the role of communication and the importance of valuing the individuals being cared for.







Awareness of dementia level 2 award NCFE

The level 2 certificate in dementia awareness is suitable for learners who wish to improve their knowledge and understanding of dementia and how to apply the principles of person-centred dementia care








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Health and wellbeing

Healthy eating

This course is designed to improve your confidence in the kitchen. In addition, you will gain an understanding of healthy nutrition.


Cooking on a budget

Learn how to make healthy and delicious meals on a budget.


Health and well-being

This 3 week course covers the following: understanding how your lifestyle choices impact on your personal health and wellbeing, understanding the principles of healthy eating and understanding the health benefits of physical activity. By the end of the course you will have developed a personal action plan outlining your goals which will impact positively upon your health.


Introduction to mindfulness

This course will provide you with an understanding of mindfulness and how these techniques can be applied in everyday life. It will assist you to become more aware of your thoughts, feelings, and body language and how you can be better equipped to manage these.


Introduction to stress management

This course is designed for those who would like to gain a better understanding of what stress is. You will become more aware of how stress affects you and you will develop strategies for handling stress more effectively.


Introduction to gardening

Learn how to sow seed, grow your own and maintain your garden.


Introduction to arts

A course designed to let you try different art forms.

This course runs on demand throughout the year (please contact us for more information). 2 hours 5 wks £65 | Free | contact us for information on the material costs | N/A

Introduction to mosaic

This beginner’s workshop enables you to learn the art of mosaic and produce your own work of art at the end of the session.

This course runs on demand throughout the year (please contact us for more information). 3 hours 1 wk £40 | Free | N/A | N/A

Courses for volunteersAre you an individual or a group of volunteers in your local community? We have a suite of qualifications and bespoke workshops which cover a wide variety of skills identified for safe working in the voluntary sector and can be adapted to suit specific job roles or industry sectors.

Our flexible delivery means we can fit the course to suit your requirements. If there is a course that isn’t listed that would benefit yourself or a group of volunteers, please get in touch as we may be able to offer a solution.

The majority of our workshops are free for volunteers, however there may be a fee for some accredited courses. Please contact us today to find out more information and if you’re entitled to learn for free (see back cover for details).

Customer service

This one-day workshop provides you with the basic understanding and skills to deliver excellent customer service.

Effective team working

This half day workshop focuses on how to build better work relationships and effective communication channels.

Working in retail

This one day workshop delivers the opportunity to explore and develop skills in the retail sector including: how to maximise sales, display goods and customer service skills.

Window dressing

This half day workshop looks at how to create an effective display, how to introduce themes and the best ways to maximise sales.

Personal boundariesand confidentiality

This workshop encourages you to actively test your boundaries and share good and poor practice examples. During the half day workshop you will be guided through establishing the difference between professional and other relationships.

Effective communication andhandling difficult situations

This one day workshop explores how to react to challenging situations and how to change your behaviour in order to help deal with conflicts and disagreements.

Safeguarding

Our safeguarding workshops are designed to help you identify behaviours linked to abuse and to know how to report issues within your workplace.

Health and safety

Our health and safety workshops are designed to help you understand your responsibilities towards health and safety, and how to identify the requirements that may be linked to your role.



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Moving people safely

This workshop gives you the understanding and knowledge of how to handle and move people, for example helping clients get into a taxi safely.

Food safety level 2

This accredited course is designed to provide you with the essential skills, understanding and knowledge of basic food safety practices to work in the catering industry to meet legal requirements.

Motivation

Our motivational workshops look at developing your personal motivational skills in order to enhance your self-confidence and how to best showcase these skills in your working environment.

Confidence building

Our confidence building workshops look at how best to set goals to achieve your plans and focus on developing your communication skills so you can make positive decisions.

Occupational Studies

This nationally recognised NCFE qualification enables you to gain formal recognition for your skills whilst on the job. We have qualifications available in the following areas:

• Team work

• Gardening

• Cooking

• Working as a volunteer

• Customer service

• Working with animals

• Business administration

Awareness of mental health

Our mental health awareness workshops look to increase your understanding of mental health issues and enhance your observational skills to be able to recognise the problems

that can cause mental ill-health. This could include some of the following areas: mental health, stress, anxiety, phobias, depression and post-natal depression, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, dementia and eating disorders.

Autism awareness

This workshop is ideal if you have no prior knowledge of autism. It covers the wide range of social, communication disabilities and behavioural difficulties experienced by those with autism. The workshop covers the: causes, symptoms, misconceptions and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Asperger’s Syndrome.

First aid

This is a basic one-day first aid workshop for workplace first aid providers. The workshop will also ensure that you will be able to recognise life-threatening situations and offer vital assistance before more experienced help arrives.

Computing

We offer a range of computing workshops to give you an introduction into ICT including: online safety, finding a job, banking and accessing public services all online.

E-safety

Internet safety is something we should all be aware of. It is extremely easy to type in a word by mistake and end up looking at something we shouldn’t. This workshop helps you to ensure that you are more online aware and become a confident and independent IT user.

Family LearningAs a parent, you want your children to do well at school and to succeed. However it is often difficult to know where to start, especially as everything appears to have changed since your own school days and you might be worried about confusing your children.

We provide a comprehensive range of family learning programmes across your area, by working closely with local schools. Our family learning programmes will you give you, as a parent or carer, the opportunity to find out how things are taught in your child’s school, as well as a chance to share ideas with other parents and develop your own skills. There are also opportunities to develop your own English and maths skills to help you support your child.

What family learning courses do we offer?

• Accredited family learning qualifications – English, maths and childcare.

• Healthy households – learn the importance of healthy eating from pre-pregnancy to a child up to 7 years.

• Playful parents – look at the importance of different types of play and the benefits to health and learning.

• Preparing for school – learn how to support your child through the transition of starting school.

• Creative child – look at the learning and skills acquired through messy, imaginative and musical activities.

• Positive parenting – look at the positive techniques to support your child’s behaviour.

• Confident children – focus on ways to support your child’s confidence and self-esteem.

• Chatty child – focus on the importance of good communication and ways to promote speaking and listening with your young child.

• Sharing experiences – focus on a range of different learning experiences around investigation and curiosity.

• Child development – focus on early child development and look at ways to support physical, social and language development.

• Crafty children – focus on age appropriate craft activities, the learning benefits and basic health and safety.

• Learning through play – focus on play to support physical, intellectual, language, emotional and social development.

Starter for Ten programme

Our Starter for Ten is a parenting programme designed to promote preschool children’s school readiness.

Our programme aims to improve your child’s school readiness by enhancing their:

• Communication and language skills

• Personal, social and emotional development

At the end of the programme your child will have successfully completed the 10-step checklist to help prepare them for school. Your child will receive a certificate and a Starter for Ten puppet upon completion of the programme. The programme is 12 guided learning hours and is aimed at parents/ guardians and children learning together.

To find out what family learning courses and workshops are taking place in your area, please contact our Customer Service centre on 01609 780780 and ask for ‘Adult Learning’.

All our volunteering courses are delivered on demand, please contact your local area office for more information.

Do you require a bespoke workshop?

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ApprenticeshipsWhat is an apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a work-based training programme, which combines on and off the job learning and development. Apprenticeships are partly funded by the Government and are designed to be used to up-skill existing employees and to deliver a pool of enthusiastic candidates with the right skills and attitude into an organisation or sector.

An apprenticeship is designed to develop the employee’s level of competency and confidence within their current role by developing their practical skills and knowledge. As a result, the employee will gain nationally recognised qualifications in the form of a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Certificate or Diploma, and functional skills (English, maths and ICT). In return the employer is able to benefit from improved overall efficiency, productivity and competitiveness within their market sector.

What do our apprenticeships include? An apprenticeship with the Adult Learning and Skills Service typically covers the following components (these may vary according to the subject area):

Certificate or Diploma

This covers the practical skills where the apprentice demonstrates that they have the skills and knowledge to meet the required national standard. This includes developing an individual training plan to cover the core skills required for the job.

Technical Certificate

This relates to the knowledge based element of an apprenticeship and is typically assessed by a series of online tests, written assignments or practical assignments.

Functional skills

English, maths and ICT

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Employment rights and responsibilities.

Are you eligible for apprenticeship funding? • You must not be currently studying

another state funded qualification

• You must have a contract of employment

• You must have been an EU resident for the last 3 years

Dates for your diary We will be running free taster sessions and events throughout the year in line with national events.

Check out our website and Facebook Page for the latest information on these events

www.northyorks.gov.uk/adultlearning

@NorthYorkshireAdultLearning

13/05/19Mental Health Awareness Week

13/05/19Learning at

Work Week

24/06/19Safeguarding

Week

06/19Festival of Learning

10/06/19Healthy

Eating Week

01/06/19National Volunteering

Week

05/02/19Safer Internet Day

10/10/18World Mental

Health Day

03/19National Apprenticeship Week

28/02/19National

Safeguarding

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Apprenticeship learning process

What are the benefits of an apprenticeship? An apprenticeship provides a number of tangible benefits whether you are an existing employee in a business or someone who has just left school or college.

• Earn as you learn.

• Gain practical skills and qualifications from your workplace.

• Free tuition fees.

• Gain industry knowledge.

• Benefit from high quality training and support from your employer.

• Gain a nationally recognised qualification which is attractive to current and future employers.

• Work alongside experienced and knowledgeable staff.

• Learn at your own pace.

We offer apprenticeships in the following sectors: • Accounts and finance

• Business and administration

• Early years and childcare

• Health and social care

• IT and customer service

• Working in schools

If you would like to find out more information about our apprenticeship offering, how to sign up to an apprenticeship and if you are eligible for FREE funding, please contact our Business Engagement Team (please see the contact details on the opposite page).

What can we offer your organisation? The Adult Learning and Skills Service has an excellent reputation for delivering specialised training across North Yorkshire.

If your requirements are not listed here, we can create a bespoke training package to meet the needs of your potential client group.

Please contact us to discuss the training and educational needs of your organisation.

If your organisation is looking to recruit an apprentice or to train existing employees... Our dedicated team are on hand to support you through the whole process. We will work closely with you to deliver a tailored training programme that meets the needs of your business and those of your employees. Our team may be able to access government funding streams to support the training and development of your employees.

The new Apprenticeship Levy came into force in May 2017, meaning some large employers now have to make compulsory employer contributions. If you are confused by the new Levy or would like some support with accessing funding then please contact us today.

For all apprenticeship enquiries please contact our Business Engagement Team

Email: [email protected]

Call our Customer Service Centre and ask for ‘Adult Learning Business Engagement Team’ on 01609 780780

A Learning and Skills Adviser will meet with you to go through the enrolment process:

• Completion of an application form and learner training needs analysis

• Functional skills assessments

One of our Specialist Assessors will be allocated and will meet with you to begin the programme of learning:

• A detailed explanation of the programme

• Clarification of available support

Our Specialist Assessors will provide learning activities which will involve:

• Our eLearning portal

• Workplace visits

• Workplace observation

• Individual learning plans

• Portfolio of learning

Each qualification has its own assessments and our specialist assessors will fully support you throughout this process.

1 Enrol as an apprentice

2 Induction

3 Methods of learning

4 Assessment and feedback






What to do now With so many courses on offer, you may need help in making your choice. Whether you are considering a complete change of career, want to learn new skills or build on existing qualifications, the Adult Learning and Skills Service can help.

You can find out more about our courses on offer across the county using our online course finder at www.northyorks.gov.uk/coursefinder or by contacting us (see back cover for details).

Follow and like our Facebook page to keep in touch and to hear about new course launches throughout the year.


Daniel DruceBusiness Administration Apprentice Currently employed as a Data and Examinations Officer for the Adult Learning and Skills Service.

Have the opportunities offered by your apprenticeship had an impact on aspects of your life beyond work? My apprenticeship has enabled me to apply for a more senior full time position as a data and examinations officer. This has massively increased my self-confidence, both in my working environment and in my personal life. I have had the pleasure of working with a fantastic team of people who have all played a role in my progress. I look forward to developing and progressing within my new role.

Damian PlaceCurrently employed by the Adult Learning and Skills Service Business Support Team.

What was your role as an apprentice and what kind of work did it involve? My role as an apprentice for the North Adult Learning and Skills Team was to fulfil the role of a Band 4 Administrator; providing customer and administrative support to the whole team. My responsibilities were focused around updating the customer database to ensure this data was accurate and correct.

What have you gained from your apprenticeship in terms of skills and further opportunities? I had the opportunity to progress onto the Level 3 Diploma in Business and Administration. I have gained many skills during my time as an apprentice such as customer interaction, managing my workload independently, improving my organisational and ICT skills. I have since progressed onto a Band 6 full time business administration role and I am looking forward to advancing my career further within the Adult Learning team. As a result of my apprenticeship I have felt more confident to take on new challenges both in my work life and personal life. I have communicated with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds with different requirements from the service which has massively increased my self-confidence.

Claire BramleyCurrently employed as a Business Support Administrator at North Yorkshire County Council

What have you gained from your apprenticeship? I have gained strong office skills using a variety of applications such as Word, Access, Excel and Publisher. I have gained strong communication skills with the public and colleagues, I have learnt how to be professional and confident in all that I do.

My apprenticeship has helped me get to where I am now, as it has given me the confidence to go with what I think is right, to complete tasks to my best ability and to secure a full time position in a department which is always evolving.

I completed my apprenticeship in around 10 months and have been in a full time, fully paid position with North Yorkshire County Council since June 2016.

Meet some of our past apprentices

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Meet the learner

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Further information about our courses and servicesCosts of our courses All of our courses are individually priced to take account of a number of factors including course hours, the numbers that can attend or the need to use specialist facilities or venues. For many of the courses you will see four prices.

Price 1 – Course Fee

Price 2 – Reduced Fee

Price 3 – Materials fee if applicable

Price 4 – Exam fee if applicable

Please note that you will be required to produce evidence that you are entitled to a reduced fee within one week of signing up for the course. If you fail to do this we may cancel your place on the course.

Can I spread the cost of the course fee?Our easy payment method to help you spread the cost are available on all courses over £100. This is done via direct debit and is generally four payments spread over four months. On occasion we are able to set up payment schedules over a longer period of time but this cannot extend beyond the end date of a course.

Please note: Once a direct debit is set up you must not cancel it unless you have been in contact with us first and we have confirmed that it is alright to do so. If you cancel without our permission you will immediately be invoiced for the full amount. It is important to understand that direct debit is not a method of paying for part of the course, just a way of spreading the full cost of the course over a number of months.

Can I get any help with the cost of the course?We understand that for some people the cost of an adult learning class can be a barrier to

attendance. In some circumstances we might be able to help with assistance towards the cost of the course, travel to the course, books, materials and childcare. You should note that this support is limited and is not available on all courses. Please contact our Customer Service Centre on 01609 780780 and ask for ‘adult learning’ to find out if you might be eligible for support.

Advanced Learner LoansAdvanced Learner Loans are available for most learners aged 19 and over, studying at level 3 to level 6. The application process is made easy as household income isn’t taken into account and there’s no credit checks.

How to apply 1 One of our local offices will issue you with a

‘Learning and funding information’ letter – you will need this to complete your application. This letter contains the details about your course.

2 You will need to register before you can apply online www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan/how-to-apply (you can apply by post if you can’t apply online).

3 You will receive a letter confirming your loan – usually within two weeks if you apply online (postal applications take longer).

Please contact our Customer Service Centre for details of our level 3-6 courses and to book an appointment with a Learning and Skills Adviser.

Examination feesAll exam and registration fees are included in the exam fee price. However, if you complete a course and then are unsuccessful in the final exam we may ask you to pay an additional fee to re-sit the exam.

RefundsA full refund will be given under the following circumstances:

• The course time or dates change following you signing up and it is no longer convenient for you to attend.

• The course closes because there are insufficient numbers on the course.

• You signed up over the phone or via our online booking system and change your mind within 14 days of the booking.

Please note this does not apply if the course starts within the 14 day period or if the course has already started when you book. In all other circumstances we only offer a refund in exceptional circumstances. Once a course has started we cannot offer any refunds. This is because the course fee contributes to funding that makes the course viable. All refunds offered in exceptional circumstances will be subject to a £15 administration fee.

The Adult Learning and Skills Service are registered for NUS extra. All learners taking part in courses longer than 30 days can apply for a NUS extra card. A year membership costs £12 (cost to learner) and includes discounts across a range of UK retailers and businesses.

You need to apply online for your NUS extra card at www.nus.org.uk. If you need support with your online application please contact us (see back cover for details), or alternatively your Learning and Skills Adviser can assist you through the process at your appointment.

Step 1 Visit www.nus.org.uk and click on the ‘buy your NUS card’ option.

Step 2 You will be required to submit your email address.

Step 3 You will be asked for your place of study. Please insert ‘Adult Learning and Skills Service (ALSS) North Yorkshire County Council’. Alternatively, you can type ‘Adult Learning’ and we are the last provider at the bottom of the drop down menu.

Step 4 You will be asked for your course details and these are selected from the drop down menu. If your exact course is not there please select ‘other’.

Step 5 You will be asked for a photograph for your card. This can be uploaded via your Facebook account or you can upload from a saved file on your computer. You can preview your photo on your card.

Step 6 You will be asked for your personal details (to appear on your card): name, DOB and address. In addition, you will be asked to set up a password for your NUS extra account.

Step 7 You will be asked for your payment details and delivery address details. The cost for a one year membership is £12 plus £1.50 postage.


Get in touch today……we would love to hear from you.

Please call in and see us at:Hambleton area officeRacecourse LaneNorthallertonDL7 8RD

Richmondshire area officeCatterick LibraryGough Road Catterick Garrison DL9 3EL

Contact usIf you would like this information in another language or format such as Braille, large print or audio, please ask us.

Tel: 01609 780 780 Email: customer.services@ northyorks.gov.uk

Email: [email protected]

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