Get Ahead - CH7
To empower Jobcentre customers with skills, knowledge and confidence required to get ahead in their career aspirations. This flexible module-based course covers content such as: Career research, online I.T basics, using social media to jobsearch, tailoring your application to an advert, analysing job vacancies, interview techniques, Universal Credit and more.…(more)
Mon, May 06, 2019 to Fri, May 24 2019
9:15 AM to 11:45 AM
(3 hours)
at Pudsey Jobcentre
Provided by Learning Partnerships Ltd
Universal Credit Support Session (55)
A short one-off session to empower learners to confidently navigate a Universal Credit online account. Learners will be introduced to the Your Journal system and review points such as What is Universal Credit? What is my commitment? Receiving payments What am I entitled to? The session will support customers through…(more)
Wed, May 15, 2019 to Wed, May 15 2019
1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Southern House Job Centre
Provided by Learning Partnerships Ltd
Drug and Alcohol Awareness Course 3
This course is aimed at learners wishing to progress into a career within the voluntary sector and family members and concerned others who are affected by another's substance misuse. The course will include an overview of the different substances, their appearance and effect, and the legal status. This course will…(more)
Thu, May 16, 2019 to Thu, Jun 06 2019
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Recovery Academy
Provided by Humankind
Maths Club - Cardigan Centre
The Cardigan Centre Maths Club is a free weekly course for adults who want to improve their confidence in Maths and are working towards level 1 and 2. The class will be a supportive and friendly environment for around 10 students. Each student will be assessed at the start of…(more)
Fri, May 17, 2019 to Fri, Jul 19 2019
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
(3 hours)
at Cardigan Centre
Provided by Cardigan Centre
Story Sacks - Nowell Mount
Story-sacks can motivate children to have fun whilst reading. This course will allow learners to use practical, fun activities to bring stories to life and foster children's love of books. As part of the course parents acquire additional communication skills which can help parents become increasingly confident in supporting their…(more)
Fri, May 17, 2019 to Fri, Jul 19 2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Nowell Mount Centre
Provided by Leeds City Council
Arts & Crafts @ Sikh Temple
A variety of arts & crafts actiities including creation of decorative items to take away (more)
Fri, May 17, 2019 to Fri, Jun 07 2019
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
(2 hours)
at Beeston Village Community Centre
Provided by Health for All (Leeds) Ltd
English Taster - 182
A taster course to help you gain confidence in English (more)
Wed, Jul 03, 2019 to Wed, Jul 03 2019
10:00 AM to 1:15 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
ICT Taster - 234c
Introduction to ICT Taster (more)
Thu, Jul 04, 2019 to Thu, Jul 04 2019
1:00 PM to 4:15 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
ICT Taster - 235c
Introduction to ICT Taster (more)
Mon, Jul 08, 2019 to Mon, Jul 08 2019
10:00 AM to 1:15 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
English Taster - 183
A taster course to help you gain confidence in English (more)
Tue, Jul 09, 2019 to Tue, Jul 09 2019
10:00 AM to 1:15 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Get Ahead - CH8
To empower Jobcentre customers with skills, knowledge and confidence required to get ahead in their career aspirations. This flexible module-based course covers content such as: Career research, online I.T basics, using social media to jobsearch, tailoring your application to an advert, analysing job vacancies, interview techniques, Universal Credit and more.…(more)
Mon, May 06, 2019 to Fri, May 24 2019
9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
(4 hours)
at Seacroft Jobcentre
Provided by Learning Partnerships Ltd
Go Green: Healthy Gardening
This course is for those who would like to transform an outdoor space into a warm and welcoming escape using natures gifts. (more)
Tue, May 07, 2019 to Tue, Jul 09 2019
10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Barkston House
Provided by People Matters (West Yorkshire) CIO
Art Project 2 - 692c
Arts & crafts course to build confidence for women suffering from post natal depression (more)
Thu, May 09, 2019 to Thu, Jul 18 2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
(2 hours)
at The Mount
Provided by Swarthmore
Positive Work Skills - MER
This course is a non-accredited course to enable learners to brush up their communication skills and is aimed at learners looking for work. (more)
Mon, May 13, 2019 to Tue, May 14 2019
9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
(6 hours)
at Merrion House Hub
Provided by Leeds City College
Art Project 3 - 693c
Arts & crafts course to build confidence for people recovering from substance abuse (more)
Mon, May 13, 2019 to Mon, Jul 22 2019
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Recovery Academy
Provided by Swarthmore
Green Living at Seagulls 2
Being 'green' and kind to the planet doesn't have to cost the Earth. On this course you will gain tips on how to make small changes to your home which will not only save you money, but be better for the environment too. This is a practical course and you…(more)
Wed, May 22, 2019 to Wed, May 22 2019
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Seagulls
Provided by Conservation Volunteers
Willow for the Garden
Learn how to craft this most adaptable natural material into beautiful sculptures for the garden. (more)
Thu, May 23, 2019 to Thu, May 30 2019
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
(6 hours)
at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers
ESOL - Me and My Money @ WMCC
This is an English language course for speakers of other languages (ESOL) to improve confidence and develop language skills in speaking about how to use money in everyday life. It is open to any learner from pre-entry to Entry 3 level. The language covered will include: shopping; paying bills; banking;…(more)
Mon, Jun 03, 2019 to Mon, Jul 15 2019
12:15 PM to 2:25 PM
(2 hours)
at Woodsley Multicultural Community Centre
Provided by Health for All (Leeds) Ltd
Get Ahead - CH9
To empower Jobcentre customers with skills, knowledge and confidence required to get ahead in their career aspirations. This flexible module-based course covers content such as: Career research, online I.T basics, using social media to jobsearch, tailoring your application to an advert, analysing job vacancies, interview techniques, Universal Credit and more.…(more)
Mon, May 13, 2019 to Fri, May 31 2019
12:30 PM to 3:00 PM
(3 hours)
at Pudsey Jobcentre
Provided by Learning Partnerships Ltd
Get Ahead - CH10
To empower Jobcentre customers with skills, knowledge and confidence required to get ahead in their career aspirations. This flexible module-based course covers content such as: Career research, online I.T basics, using social media to jobsearch, tailoring your application to an advert, analysing job vacancies, interview techniques, Universal Credit and more.…(more)
Mon, May 20, 2019 to Fri, Jun 07 2019
12:30 PM to 3:00 PM
(3 hours)
at Pudsey Jobcentre
Provided by Learning Partnerships Ltd
Application Form Training
The purpose of this session is to help you develop the skills which will enable you to gain employment. You will understand how your application form is filtered and gain an understanding about 'how the employer' thinks. During this session you will also draw upon your own skills, qualities, strengths,…(more)
Wed, May 22, 2019 to Wed, May 22 2019
9:30 AM to 2:45 PM
(5 hours)
at Blue Apple City Centre
Provided by Blue Apple
Positive Work Skills - LCL
This course is a non-accredited course to enable learners to brush up their communication skills and is aimed at learners looking for work. (more)
Mon, Jun 03, 2019 to Tue, Jun 04 2019
9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
(6 hours)
at Leeds Central Library
Provided by Leeds City College
IT - Increase Your Online Confidence - 287c
Learn how to use your own devices and Ipads to increase access to shopping, email and Leeds services online. (more)
Mon, Jun 03, 2019 to Mon, Jun 17 2019
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Angler's Social Club (Basement)
Provided by Swarthmore
Mindful Families Taster - Ruth Gorse Academy
Through self-reflection, interactivity and guided practice, this course will introduce you to the practice of mindfulness and how you can apply it to everday life. Mindfulness practice can support you to; - Improve your mental and physical health - Manage stress in the workplace or at home - Manage the…(more)
Thu, Jun 06, 2019 to Thu, Jun 06 2019
2:45 PM to 5:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Ruth Gorse Academy
Provided by Cardigan Centre
Drug and Alcohol Awareness 4
This course is aimed at learners wishing to progress into a career within the voluntary sector and family members and concerned others who are affected by another's substance misuse. The course will include an overview of the different substances, their appearance and effect, and the legal status. This course will…(more)
Thu, Jun 20, 2019 to Thu, Jul 11 2019
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Recovery Academy
Provided by Humankind
Internet Shopping & Maths
Internet Shopping & Maths (more)
Mon, Jul 15, 2019 to Wed, Jul 17 2019
1:00 PM to 12:30 PM
(30 minutes)
at Wentworth Castle
Provided by The Northern College
Paediatric First Aid - Cardigan Centre
Certificated Paediatric First Aid course - Delegates will learn about the role and responsibilities of the paediatric first-aider, first aid for an infant or a child who is unresponsive and is / is not breathing normally, an infant or a child who has a foreign body airway obstruction, an infant…(more)
Wed, Jul 24, 2019 to Wed, Jul 31 2019
9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
(7 hours)
at Cardigan Centre
Provided by Cardigan Centre
Fri, Jul 26, 2019 to Sun, Jul 28 2019
4:00 PM to 12:30 PM
(4 hours)
at Wentworth Castle
Provided by The Northern College
Alexander Technique-Taster - 834c
Alexander Technique taster (more)
Sat, Jun 01, 2019 to Sat, Jun 01 2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
(ACL) Hairdressing - Introduction Term 3 Tue AM
You will be given a basic introduction to the hairdressing industry. You will learn the basic practical skills and theory in our fully equipped salons including: shampooing and conditioning, blow drying, styling, health and safety in the workpl (more)
Tue, Jun 04, 2019 to Tue, Jun 25 2019
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
(3 hours)
at Deacon House Centre
Provided by Leeds City College
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