Middlesbrough Community Learning Partnership COMMUNITY COURSE GUIDE 2016

COMMUNITY

COURSE

GUIDE

2016

ENJOY,

LEARN,

ACHIEVE

MIDDLESBROUGH COMMUNITY

LEARNING PARTNERSHIP

CONTENTS

How to use this guide

03

Middlesbrough Community Learning

04

Middlesbrough College

07

Café Pierre

14

Cleveland College of Art and Design

17

Nunthorpe Learning and Leisure

19

The Hope Foundation

24

Connect Recovery College

25

MFC Foundation

27

Middlesbrough Environment City

28

Savvy Health Hair and Beauty

29

Active Middlesbrough

30

Tees Valley Wildlife Trust

31

Great Expectations

32

Sixth Sense Learning

32

Skills Share Northeast Ltd

33

Breckon Hill Community Centre

33

Tees Valley Creative Learning

34

What our learners have to say...

35

Clubs and Societies

37

Middlesbrough College and Middlesbrough Council’s

Community Learning Service along with its partners have

come together to bring you this brochure. It’s jam packed

with a range of exciting short courses suitable for the

whole community, many of which are brand new to 2016!

So whether you’re new to learning or experienced, we can

help you progress even further. If you’re learning a skill

for employment, or even for fun, we have a course to suit

your needs!

So what are you waiting for? Enrolling onto a community

learning course is a fantastic opportunity to pursue an

interest and acquire new friends.

We hope you enjoy browsing through this guide and find

a course that is perfect for you!

HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE

This guide has been designed so that you

can find the course you want to study in a

location which is suitable for you.

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost Subsidised Cost Offered FREE

(Benefits Tested) Progression Routes

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Course Title and Times - This is

the title of the course, it’s start date

and times

2.

Overview (If applicable) - This is a brief

description of what the course entails

3.

Course Cost - This is how much the

course will cost at its full value

4.

Subsidised Cost (If applicable) - If you

are in receipt of certain means tested

benefits, fees may be subsidised. Please

note: you will need to provide evidence

of what benefit you receive in order to

get the reduced cost. Please contact

the course provider for further details

5. Offered FREE - If you are in receipt

of certain means tested benefits, the

course may be free. Please note: you

will need to provide evidence of what

benefit you receive in order to enrol

onto the course for free. Please contact

the course provider for further details

6. Progression Routes - This section

outlines any courses learners may

progress onto with the provider on

completion of their initial course.

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HOW TO ENROL

To enrol onto a course please contact

the course provider directly. Course

providers’ contact details are located

on the course listings pages. For

information about Fees please see

individual course provider’s pages.

Middlesbrough Community Learning Partnership

Steps towards Assessing and Quality Assurance

Tuesday 12th January 18.00 - 21.00

The L 3 & L4 Education and Training qualifications and the TAQA qualifications are for people who are

interested in quality assurance and assessing. FREE

Steps Towards Cleaning

Delivered throughout the year This course will help you take the first steps towards being employed as a cleaner help you decide if this is the career for you. FREE

Steps Towards Construction

Delivered throughout the year A short Course which looks at the different jobs within the construction industry and the entry requirements you will need to work in this sector. FREE

Steps Towards Hospitality

Delivered throughout the year This course is delivered in partnership with the Holiday Inn Express and will help you take the first steps towards being employed within a housekeeping or facilities management role as well as teaching you new cleaning and housekeeping techniques to use in the home. The course also includes employability support to help you find work.

FREE

Steps Towards Volunteering

Wednesday 20th January and 17th February 12.00 - 15.00

Want to Volunteer in Middlesbrough? This course will introduce you to the opportunities available within

Middlesbrough and how to access them. FREE

e Mail and the Internet

Thursday 09.30 - 11.30 Learn to quickly search and find what you want, safely shop online, virus check any files or downloads. Practice sending and receiving emails, add and download attachments. £40

Start Computing

Monday 09.30 - 11.30 or 18.00 - 20.00 Basic Computer Skills. Practice your mouse and keyboard skills, gain an understanding of creating and saving files. FREE

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost

MIDDLESBROUGH

COMMUNITY LEARNING

TO ENROL CALL

01642 811400

English support drop in

Weekly sessions are available from the beginning of January on Mondays 09.30 - 12.00 at North Ormesby Community Hub.

Do you struggle talking to teachers, doctors or professionals? We can offer support with all aspects of communication, both written and verbal and advise on opportunities to brush up your skills. For more information contact: Sharon Moore on 01642 811400.

Alcohol Awareness

Distance Learning Our auto-marked course helps you understand the key dangers surrounding alcohol and how to avoid putting yourself or others at risk. £25 FREE

DSE Risk Assessment

Distance Learning This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand those risks and how to control and act upon any likely hazards. £25 FREE

Dementia Awareness

Distance Learning This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand the impact and key issues surrounding dementia. £25 FREE

Fire Safety Principles

Distance Learning This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand those risks and how to control and act upon any likely hazards. £25 FREE

Food Safety Awareness

Distance Learning This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand those health issues surrounding food safety and how to prevent unwanted illnesses. £25 FREE

Manual Handling Safety at Work

Distance Learning

This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand those

risks and how to control and act upon any likely hazards. £25 FREE

Principles of Weight Management

Distance Learning

This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand those

health issues and how to control and manage a healthy diet. £25 FREE

Sexual Health Awareness

Distance Learning This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand the impact and key issues surrounding sexual health. £25 FREE

Understand the Principles of Exercise and Fitness

Distance Learning

Sound good? Well no matter what level of fitness you have, if you are interested in personal well-being and want to improve your health and fitness, this short, auto-marked programme is the perfect place to start.

£25 FREE

Understanding Anxiety

Distance Learning This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand the impact and key issues surrounding anxiety. £25 FREE

COSHH Risk Assessment

Distance Learning This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand those risks and how to control and act upon any likely hazards. £25 FREE

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost Subsidised Cost

Explore the Principles of Healthy Eating

Distance Learning

This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand those

health issues and how to control and manage a healthy diet. £25 FREE

Health and Safety in the Workplace

Distance Learning

This short, auto-marked programme will give you the knowledge you need to understand those

risks and how to control and act upon any likely hazards. £25 FREE

Prepare to Deliver Excellent Customer Service

Distance Learning

This short, auto-marked programme will give you the upper edge and key understandings of

customer service, adding a great addition to your CV and personal development. £25 FREE

I was able to understand how many calories

my body needs daily, i now consciously

watch what I eat. this has been as a result

of the information given in the course.

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Staff are friendly and respectful with

my learning and also fantastic help,

looking forward to starting my maths

and English.

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Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost Subsidised Cost

MIDDLESBROUGH

COLLEGE

TO ENROL CALL

01642 333333

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost Offered FREE

(Benefits Tested)

CATERING COURSES

Get into Catering - Free Hospitality and Catering Taster Session

11th February 2016, 17th March 2016, 21st April 2016, 26th May 2016, 30th June 2016

09.00 - 13.30

During the first half of this session you will gain an introduction to the Hospitality and Catering industry – what it is and roles within the industry. You will have a tour of the College restaurant (Waterside Brassiere) learning about standards within a restaurant as well as expectations from both staff and customers. You will also have a tour of the College kitchens. You will look at standards within an industrial kitchen and hear about the different types and styles of cooking. You will receive a career talk about employment and training progression routes within the Catering sector including Middlesbrough College’s Make a Career programme.

The second part of the session, will be a practical session in the College’s industrial kitchens; preparing, cooking and presenting a simple meal. To enrol call 01642 333597.

FREE

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COOKERY COURSES

Contemporary Puddings and Desserts

Thursday 9th June 2016 18.00 - 20.30

A short course on contemporary puddings and desserts it will include versions of the traditional desserts with a contemporary twist. Dishes such as sticky toffee pudding, steamed sponge pudding and custard, creamy rice pudding, lemon posset, fruit pie, custard tart, Yorkshire curd tart, homemade ice-cream and many more tasty treats.

Chinese Cooking for Beginners

Thursday 3rd March 2016 18.00 - 20.30

You will learn to cook a selection of typical and unusual dishes for any discerning palette. You will make a selection of authentic dishes as well as extra recipes that you can try at home. It will cover popular dishes such as stir fry dishes, rice dishes, spring rolls, dips and the very popular Chow Mein.

£60

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Introduction to Indian Cuisine

Thursday 7th January 2016 18.00 - 20.30

If you like Indian food, then try this short course! You will learn to cook a selection of typical and unusual dishes for any discerning palette. You will make a selection of authentic dishes as well as extra recipes that you can try at home.

£60

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Introduction to the Cup Cake Industry

Monday 25th January 2016 and Monday 9th May 2016 18.00 - 21.00

This course covers a wide range of topics including:

• Basic sponge cake recipes

• How to make butter cream and frosting in a variety of colours/flavours

• How to use piping bags and nozzles to create a variety of designs

• How to create a rose from icing and a variety of other decorative cake toppers

• How to neatly ice a flat cake with fondant icing

• Opportunity to request personal ideas to be demonstrated and taught

£30

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Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost Offered FREE

COMPUTING AND TECHNOLOGY COURSES

TBC 18.00 - 21.00

Keeping your Mac or PC running at its optimal performance is not difficult, and a small amount of preventative effort can go a long way. On this course you will learn how to keep your computer up to date, building up your knowledge of essential new software and anti-virus technology.

£80

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Introduction to Photoshop

TBC 18.00 - 21.00

This class provides you with the concepts and skills to use Adobe Photoshop effectively. You get hands-on practice working with basic and intermediate techniques to get the most out of your experience. You will use Adobe Photoshop tools for painting, retouching and enhancing images.

£80

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CREATIVE COURSES

Monday 25th January 2016 18.00 - 21.00

This course aims to provides you with an introduction to fashion textiles. You will get hands on experience exploring a range of fashion and interior techniques from surface pattern to dying and also printing.

£80

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FITNESS AND COACHING COURSES

Tuesdays Starting January 2016 17.00 - 18.00

Develop basic Sports coaching practical delivery. Understand the basic requirements included in coaching a sports session - Warm-up, stretches, main session and cool down.

FREE

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Skinny Pigs - Female Fitness Class

Tues/ Weds/Thurs Starting January 2016 18.00 - 19.00

It is the phenomenal women’s fitness toning and weight loss class that everyone is talking about! It uses all kinds of fun training styles designed to firm and tone every muscle in the body and burns up to 5 times the calories of aerobics (like jogging, dancing, and most boot camps) and to top it off it boosts metabolism for up to 48 hours after the class is OVER.

FREE

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FOUNDATION LEARNING COURSES

Monday 4th January 2016 12.00 - 15.00

This is a fun course where you will be able to learn to sing and sign short songs. This course is designed for adults with learning difficulties and disabilities. This course supports transition into education and is suitable for those who wish to learn new skills, meet new people and build personal confidence.

£129 N/A

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost Offered FREE

Social Enterprise

Monday 8th February 2016 12.00 - 15.00

This course is designed for adults with learning difficulties and disabilities. The course supports transition into education, work and volunteering and is suitable for those who wish to learn new skills, meet new people, take part in creative activities such as card making, jewellery making, badges and calendars and work as part of a team.

You will learn how to take part in an enterprise project, produce products to sell as part of your project, set up a stall and sell your items. All profits will be donated to a charity of the group’s choice. This course will support you to be able to plan activities and build your confidence to be able to work as a team.

£129 N/A

Ready Steady Cook

Monday 11th April 2016 12.00 - 15.00

This course is designed for adults with learning difficulties and disabilities. The course supports transition into education or work and is suitable for those who wish to learn new skills, develop independence and cook for fun. You will learn how to plan, prepare and present a three course meal. You will purchase the ingredients and learn how to find and follow recipes of your choice.

£129 N/A

iPad Club

Monday 16th May 2016 12.00 - 15.00

This course is designed for adults with learning difficulties and disabilities. The course supports transition into education, work and volunteering and is suitable for those who wish to learn new skills, meet new people and improve their skills when using technology.

You will learn how to use your iPad/ tablet for communication, photography, (including photo editing and video making) and browsing the internet. You will be brought up to date with new apps and games whilst meeting new friends.

£129 N/A

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost Offered FREE

Middlesbrough College Bake Off

Monday 20th June 2016 12.00 - 15.00

This course is designed for adults with learning difficulties and disabilities. The course supports transition into education, work and volunteering and is suitable for those who wish to learn new skills, meet new people, develop independence and to be able to bake cakes or pastries.

You will learn how to plan for a charity coffee morning and prepare baked goods of your choice. Your finished baked goods will be judged and the proceeds of the coffee morning will be donated to a charity of the of classes choice. This course will support you to be able to plan activities and build your confidence to be able to plan activities and work with others.

£129 N/A

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE COURSES

Every last Friday of calendar month 09.00 - 12.00

This is an insight into working in the field of Health and Social Care. A mental health nurse will talk to you about the sector and the job roles available. You will also have a practical session on how to promote independence and how to be an effective communicator with different service users.

FREE

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Get into Counselling Free Taster Session

Every last Tuesday of calendar month 14.30 - 17.30

This is an insight into preparing to work as a counsellor. A qualified counsellor will talk to you about the skills required and scenarios your could encounter. You will have a practical session on confidentiality and listening skills.

FREE

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CONSTRUCTION COURSES - All run on Tuesday evenings, start dates TBC

Tuesdays 18.00 - 21.00

Learn how to use power tools safely, identifying new tools and

their usage as well as PPE requirements. FREE

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Health and Safety In Construction

Tuesdays 18.00 - 21.00

Learn basic health and safety used on site, whilst

understanding the terminology used in construction. FREE

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Principles of Brickwork

Tuesdays 18.00 - 21.00

You’ll learn the basics of brickwork including mixing materials, setting out levels, laying a course of bricks, removing damaged bricks and repointing.

FREE

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Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost Offered FREE

Principles of Plastering

Tuesdays 18.00 - 21.00

You’ll learn the basics of plastering including mixed materials,

repairing damaged areas and finishing techniques. FREE

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Principles of Joinery

Tuesdays 18.00 - 21.00

You’ll learn the basics of joinery including marking out

materials, cutting skirting boards and installing door locks. FREE

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Ask the Expert

Tuesdays 18.00 - 21.00

Meet one of the MC Build Construction Team and find out how

to get started in the Construction Industry. FREE

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Construction Project

Tuesdays 18.00 - 21.00

Have fun and try your hand at constructing a timber project,

start a business and make your fortune! FREE

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FREE EMPLOYABILITY COURSES

Are You Job Ready? A one day series of interactive workshops to prepare you to gain

employment and to help ensure you succeed in your dream job. FREE

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How to Become Employable A series of interactive workshops over 2 days to prepare you to gain employment and to help ensure you succeed in your dream job.

FREE

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Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost Offered FREE

Making Yourself Employable An essential interactive session on how to make yourself stand out at interview. Create the perfect image and demonstrate that you are the correct person to employ.

FREE

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Create the Perfect CV and Letter of Application Do you have a killer CV? Do you and your CV and letter of application look tired and out-dated? In need of a makeover? Look no further! This session will bring your CV and letter of application to life to reflect your achievements and capabilities to stand our and impress potential employers.

FREE

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How to Nail an Interview Feeling nervous before an interview? This session will equip you with

confidence and skill sets to prepare you for you next job interview. FREE

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How to Effectively Complete an Application Form This session will give you the skills you need to complete application forms successfully. You will also acquire the skills needed to match the job specification requirements to your application form.

FREE

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1-1 Interview Skills Preparation 1-1 session with an Advantage Coach to develop the skills required for effective interviews. If you have a job interview lined-up please bring all information about the company you have with you to the session.

FREE

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1-1 CV Up-Skilling 1-1 session with an Advantage Coach to develop a professional CV. You should either email your CV to the Job shop prior to your appointment ([email protected]) or alternatively you can bring a copy of your CV on a USB stick. If you don't have a CV, pop into the Job-Shop to pick up a CV template to complete.

FREE

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To express an interest in any of the free employability courses listed above please contact [email protected] or call 01642 333977.

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost Offered FREE

CAFÉ PIERRE

TO ENROL CALL

01642 811400

An Introduction to Arabic

Wednesday: 19.00 - 21.00 First steps in Arabic £50 £25

Arabic for Beginners

Tuesday: 19.00 - 21.00 Second stage after a 10 week introduction course £50 N/A

Arabic for Improvers

Monday: 19.00 - 21.00 Second year course £50 N/A

An Introduction to Dutch

Monday: 19.00 - 21.00 First steps in Dutch £50 £25

French for Beginners

Monday: 19.00 - 21.00 Second stage after a 10 week introduction course £50 N/A

French for Beginners

Monday: 17.00 - 18.30 Second stage after a 10 week introduction course £50 N/A

French for Improvers

Monday: 19.00 - 21.00 Second year course £50 N/A

Introduction to German

Thursday: 18.00 - 20.00 First steps in German £50 £25

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost Subsidised Cost

To speak to Peter about any language course and reserve a place on the class list please ring or text

07929781421

or email Peter

on

[email protected].

Visit

www.cafepierre.co.uk

for up to date language information.

German Language workshop

Thursday: 18.00 - 20.00 Beginners and Improvers £50 N/A

An Introduction to Italian

Thursday: 17.00 - 18.30 First steps in Italian £50 £25

Beginners Italian

Thursday: 19.00 - 21.00 Second stage after a 10 week introduction course £50 N/A

Italian for Improvers

Monday: 18.30 - 20.30 Second year course £50 N/A

An Introduction to Japanese

Monday: 18.30 - 20.30 First steps in Japanese £50 £25

Japanese for Improvers

Tuesday: 18.30 - 20.30 Second year course £50 N/A

An Introduction to Polish

Monday: 18.30 - 20.30 First steps in Polish £50 £25

An Introduction to Portuguese

Thursday: 17.00 - 18.30 First steps in Portuguese £50 £25

Russian for Beginners

Thursday: 19.00 - 21.00 New learners are welcome £50 £25

Introduction to Spanish

Tuesday: 19.00 - 21.00 First steps in Spanish £50 £25

Introduction to Spanish

Thursday: 19.00 - 21.00 First steps in Spanish £50 N/A

Spanish for beginners

Thursday: 19.00 - 21.00 Second stage after a 10 week introduction course £50 N/A

Spanish for Improvers

Tuesday: 19.00 - 21.00 Second year course £50 N/A

THIS IS HOW LEARNERS DESCRIBED

THEIR EXPERIENCE WITH

MIDDLESBROUGH COMMUNITY

LEARNING PARTNERSHIP

CLEVELAND COLLEGE

OF ART AND DESIGN

TO ENROL CALL

01642 288000

Drawing and Painting with Graham Canwell Monday

18.00 - 21.00 £160 £95

Beginners DSLR photography Tuesday

17.45 - 20.45 £77.50 £12.50

Mixed Media Design Craft Tuesday

17.30 - 20.30 £80 £15

Comic Illustration with Ingi Jensson Tuesday

17.30 - 19.30 £50 FREE

Life Drawing and Painting Tuesday

18.00 - 21.00 £90 £25

Cut, Make, and Mend - Garment alteration & production Tuesday

18.00 - 21.00 £120 £55

Crafters Enterprise Tuesday

18.00 - 20.30 £65 FREE

Ceramics Monday

18.00 - 20.30 TBC £27.50

DSLR photography for improvers Monday

17.45 - 20.45 £92.50 £15

Course Title Times Course Cost Subsidised Cost

Life Drawing and Painting Tuesday

18.00 - 21.00 £80 £25

Summer Fashion - Make your own Summer dress Tuesday

18.00 - 21.00 £75 £10

Learn to Machine Sew Wednesday

17.30 - 20.00 £65 FREE

Improve your drawing skills TBC

10.00 - 13.00 £65 FREE

Learn to Draw Saturday

10.00 - 12.30 £65 FREE

Course Title Times Course Cost Subsidised Cost

NUNTHORPE LEARNING

AND LEISURE

TO ENROL CALL

01642 310561

Introduction to Art Monday

10.00 - 12.00 £50 £35

Art for Beginners Monday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Watercolours and Mixed Media Tuesday

09.45 - 11.45 £50 £35

Watercolour Painting Tuesday

18.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Contemporary China Painting Wednesday

18.30 - 20.30 £50 £35

Contemporary China Painting Thursday

09.45 - 11.45 £50 £35

Watercolours Thursday

10.00 - 12.00 £50 £35

Drawing Thursday

13.00 - 15.00 £50 £35

Contemporary China Painting Thursday

18.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Course Title Times Course Cost Subsidised Cost

Art for All Thursday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Art for All Friday

10.00 - 12.00 £50 £35

Art Develop your own Style Friday

13.00 - 15.00 £50 £35

Introduction to Basic Cookery Monday

18.00 - 20.30 £60 £42

Winter Warmers Soups and Stews Tuesday

18.00 - 20.30 £37.50 £26.25

Italian and Mediterranean Cookery Wednesday

18.00 - 20.30 £60 £42

An Introduction to Indian Cookery Thursday

18.00 - 20.00 £50 £35

Cake Decorating Tuesday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Cake Decorating Wednesday

12.00 - 14.00 £50 £35

Cake Decorating Wednesday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Creative Cupcakes Saturday

10.00 - 12.00 £50 £35

Creative Writing Monday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Creative Writing Wednesday

13.00 - 15.00 £50 £35

Creative Flower Arranging Monday

13.00 - 15.00 £50 £35

Course Title Times Course Cost Subsidised Cost

Course Title Times Course Cost Subsidised Cost (Benefits Tested)

Creative Flower Arranging Tuesday

09.30 - 11.30 £50 £35

Creative Flower Arranging Wednesday

09.30 - 11.30 £50 £35

Creative Flower Arranging Wednesday

12.45 - 14.45 £50 £35

Creative Flower Arranging Thursday

13.00 - 15.00 £50 £35

Creative Flower Arranging Thursday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Stained Glass Monday

18.30 - 20.30 £50 £35

Stained Glass Tuesday

10.00 - 12.00 £50 £35

Stained Glass Tuesday

12.30 - 14.30 £50 £35

Stained Glass Tuesday

18.30 - 20.30 £50 £35

Stained Glass Wednesday

10.00 - 12.00 £50 £35

Stained Glass Wednesday

12.30 - 14.30 £50 £35

Gardening for Everyone Tuesday

19.00 - 21.00 £25 £17.50

Gardening for Everyone Wednesday

18.30 - 20.30 £50 £35

Gardening for Everyone Friday

Course Title Times Course Cost Subsidised Cost (Benefits Tested)

Gardening for Everyone Friday

13.00 - 15.00 £25 £17.50

Family History Monday

10.00 - 12.00 £50 £35

Family History Monday

18.00 - 20.00 £50 £35

Second Step in Chinese Monday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Chinese Family Language Club Tuesday

15.30 - 16.30 £40 £28

First Step in Chinese Wednesday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Spanish for Beginners Wednesday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Spanish Intermediate Thursday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Guitar for Beginners Wednesday

18.00 - 20.00 £50 £35

Guitar for Improvers Wednesday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Guitar for Beginners Thursday

13.00 - 15.00 £50 £35

Guitar for Beginners and Improvers Thursday

18.30 - 20.30 £50 £35

Photography-DSLR-Make Better Photos Monday

18.30 - 20.30 £50 £35

Photography-DSLR-Make Better Photos Tuesday

Course Title Times Course Cost Subsidised Cost (Benefits Tested)

Photography-DSLR-Make Better Photos Wednesday

18.30 - 20.30 £50 £35

Photography-DSLR-Make Better Photos Thursday

18.30 - 20.30 £50 £35

Photoshop for Photographers Tuesday

18.30 - 20.30 £50 £35

Photoshop for Photographers Friday

18.30 - 20.30 £50 £35

Sewing Class Tuesday

09.30 - 11.30 £50 £35

Sewing Class Tuesday

13.00 - 15.00 £50 £35

Sewing Class Wednesday

09.30 - 11.30 £50 £35

Sewing Class Thursday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Yoga for Health Monday

11.00 - 13.00 £50 £35

Yoga for Pregnancy Tuesday

17.45 - 18.45 £5 per week N/A

Yoga Tuesday

19.00 - 20.30 £50 £35

Tapmobility Beginners Wednesday

18.00 - 18.45 £30 £21

Tapmobility – Intermediate / Advanced Monday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Tapmobility – Intermediate Wednesday

Course Title Times Course Cost Subsidised Cost (Benefits Tested)

Line Dancing – Beginners / Improvers Wednesday

18.00 - 19.00 £30 £21

Line Dancing – Intermediates Wednesday

19.00 - 21.00 £50 £35

Meditation and Exercise for Health and Wellbeing Friday

09.30 - 10.30 £30 £21

Introduction to Meditation and Exercise

for Health and Wellbeing Friday11.15 - 12.30 £38 £26.60

Ashtanga Power Yoga - Beginners Saturday

09.00 - 10.15 £50 £35

THE HOPE FOUNDATION

Introduction to Learning Assess your existing skills and learn how to improve these. You will also learn to use IT to search for

opportunities online. FREE

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost

TO ENROL CALL

5 ways to wellbeing

4 weeks This course will help learners to think about their overall wellbeing and explore techniques to work towards improvements. FREE

Improve your mood through food

3 weeks Learners will explore the impact that certain foods can have on mental and physical health. There is also opportunity to develop a plan to incorporate these in your diet. FREE

Managing your day

3 weeks Learners will discuss their current difficulties with managing their daily routines and will explore techniques to manage their day more effectively. FREE

Coping with Depression and Anxiety

5 weeks Learners will discover the signs and symptoms of Depression and Anxiety and learn some techniques to manage these in daily life. FREE

Introduction to Journaling

6 weeks This course is a brief introduction to the concept of Journaling and the benefits of keeping a journal to help with emotional difficulties. There are also opportunities to practice different entry styles. FREE

Introduction to Recovery

1 week Learners will have the opportunity to explore the concept of recovery, particularly in mental health, and what it means to them personally. FREE

Managing strong emotions

6 weeks This course helps to uncover the reasons why we experience strong emotions and how they affect us. Tools and techniques will be presented that can be used to help learners better cope with and manage their strong emotions.

FREE

Introduction to Mindfulness

5 weeks Learners will be introduced to the theory of Mindfulness and how this can be used as a way of relaxing and to reduce the stresses and strains of everyday life. FREE

Thinking more positively

2 weeks Learners will be able to gain a better understanding of negative thinking and how to challenge this so that they can think more positively. FREE

Course Title Overview Course Cost

CONNECT RECOVERY COLLEGE

TO ENROL CALL

01642 217399

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost

Improving sleep

4 weeks This course helps learners to understand their difficulties around sleep and build up a tool kit to improve their sleep as well as their thoughts and attitudes to sleeping. FREE

Memorable Moments

6 weeks This course gives learners the opportunity to indulge in enjoyable recollections of special memories and share them with others. FREE

Discovering Spirituality and Alternative Therapies

3 weeks

This course provides the opportunity for learners to explore spirituality, what it means to them and how

alternative therapies can be used to compliment this practise. FREE

Confidence Building and Self Esteem

4 weeks This course explores what self-esteem and confidence is and how it can impact the way we feel about ourselves. We explore personal strengths and how to use them. FREE

Stressbusting

5 weeks This course will help to raise awareness of the different things in life that can cause us stress and teach strategies to manage them better. FREE

Introduction to relaxation

5 weeks Learners will discover a range of relaxation and meditation methods which can be used in daily life to manage stress and anxiety FREE

Assertiveness - Express Yourself

3 weeks This course focuses on helping learners to be able to voice their needs and opinions. Learners can discover more about assertiveness and how to improve communication. FREE

Peer support group facilitation training

Wednesday 8 Weeks

This training will enable participants to plan, design and organise Peer Support Groups, to help other people with Mental health difficulties recover. People who have completed this training programme can go on to assist in the running of structured groups and courses.

MIDDLESBROUGH

ENVIRONMENT CITY

TO ENROL CALL

01642 243183

Vegetable growing Growing vegetables and fruit including soil management, pruning and year round cropping timetables. FREE

Garden design Introduction to surveying and mapping, plan drawing and design principles covering most common

design styles. FREE

Cooking for life Healthy eating principles, cooking techniques using healthy ingredients and the cooking and tasting of a meal

during the lesson. FREE

Beekeeping Comprehensive guide to the theory of beekeeping with practical, simulated exercises working on a dummy

hive whilst suited up. FREE

Composting How to successfully recycle green waste at home or on the allotment and produce nutritious mix using easily

available equipment. FREE

Winter gardening Things to do when the plants aren’t growing, including tree and shrub pruning, weed identification and control

and tool use. FREE

Cycle maintenance An introduction to home cycle repair which covers some basic maintenance tasks such as puncture repairs. FREE

Saving energy in the home A comprehensive guide to reducing your bills including tariffs, insulation and energy saving devices

and technology. FREE

SAVVY HEALTH HAIR

AND BEAUTY

TO ENROL CALL

01642 249841

Introduction to Swedish Massage

Saturday 10.00 - 17.30 2 weeks - 15 hours 9th - 15th January 2016

You will learn the skills and knowledge required to be able to carry out a professional Swedish Massage to level 2 standard. This course will enable you to progress onto an accredited qualification which will allow you to become self employed, Employed or add to your continued professional development within the industry. The course will cover both theory and practical.

FREE

Introduction to Henna Body Art

Monday 10.00 - 15.00 3 weeks - 15 hours

11th, 18th and 25th January 2016

You will learn the skills and knowledge required to be able to carry out a professional Henna Treatment. This course will enable you to progress onto an accredited qualification which will allow you to become self employed, Employed or add to your continued professional development.

FREE

Introduction to Full Body Waxing

Friday 10.00 - 15.00 3 weeks - 15 hours

15th, 22nd and 29th January 2016

You will learn the skills and knowledge required to carry out a warm wax hair removal treatment giving professional aftercare advice covering all areas of your body. This course will enable you to progress onto an accredited qualification which will allow you to become self employed, Employed or add to your continued professional development.

FREE

Introduction to Gel Polishing

Wednesday 10.00 - 15.00 3 weeks - 15 hours

3rd, 10th and 17th February 2016

You will learn the skills and knowledge required to be able to Apply, Infill and Remove gel polish on natural and artificial nails successfully to a professional standard. This course will enable you to progress onto an accredited qualification which will allow you to become self employed, Employed or add to your continued professional development.

FREE

GET INTO FITNESS

6 WEEKS UNLIMITED ACCESS TO:

All four Active Gyms, Middlesbrough

Sports Village Strength and Conditioning

Area, Fitness Classes, Public Swimming

Sessions, Health Suites, Middlesbrough

Skate Park, Middlesbrough Cycle Circuit

and Middlesbrough Sports Village

Athletics Track.

• Applicants must be 19 years or over

• FREE Induction worth £7.00

• FREE Wellness Key worth £10.00

For more information and to book contact

Alex Barnfather on

01642 728555 or email

[email protected]

LIMITED

SPACES

AVAILABLE

TEES VALLEY

WILDLIFE TRUST

TO ENROL CALL

01287 636382

Introduction to the wildlife of Portrack Marsh and Maze Park. FREE

Tees Wildlife - Birds

10.00 - 15.30 1 week 12/05/2016

The birds of Portrack Marsh and Maze Park. FREE

Tees Wildlife - Wildflowers and Butterflies

10.00 - 15.30 1 week 16/06/2016

Guided walk to learn about the different wildflowers and butterflies. FREE

Go Wild with Tees Wildlife

10.00 - 15.30 1 week 19/05/2016

A walk around the reserves doing a series of simple but effective engaging activities for all the family. FREE

John Muir Award

10.00 - 15.30

4 weeks: 8th, 15th, 21st and 28th June 2016

An opportunity to achieve a John Muir award by discovering a wild place, explore its wildness, conserve it and

share your experiences. FREE

GREAT EXPECTATIONS

SIXTH SENSE LEARNING

TO ENROL CALL

01642 220777

TO ENROL CALL 01642 248050

Monday - Friday 09.30 - 15.00

CV creation, Basic IT, Universal Jobmatch, Completion of Online Forms, Making Money Work, Basic IT,

Jobs and Interviews, Email and Internet, Jobsearch Advice and Interview Techniques. FREE

Pathways to Employment

Tuesday - Thursday 09.15 - 15.35

Confidence and motivation, Creating and enhancing CV, Tailoring CV to specific job adverts, Importance of varied, regular job searches, Job opportunities and travel to work within 10 mile radius using Transport Direct, Use of Benefits Adviser.

FREE

Steps Towards Personal Improvement

8 Weeks An essential ingredient for anyone in search of achieving success in life. A range of workshops designed and delivered by Sixth Sense Learning to specifically tackle common personal development challenges.As we move through life, it can feel like other people are in control. This is very demotivating and can leave us feeling less worth for ourselves. Being in control is instrumental in life’s success, seizing opportunity and making choices with complete consideration for the consequence may sound easy but often is not.Once we take control and get in the driving seat, we need to decide where we are going. Many of us have dreams but very rarely do we translate them into goals or ambitions.People are quick to criticise and tell you why it won’t work, and as people,

FREE

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost

Introduction to VCS Governance Thursday 14 January 2016: 13.00 - 16.00 FREE

Engaging with Parliament Monday 18 January 2016: 10.00 - 16.00 FREE

Chairing Skills Tuesday 19 January 2016: 10.00 - 16.00 FREE

Pet First Aid Friday 22 January 2016: 10.00 - 16.00 FREE

Governance in the Voluntary and

Community Sector Monday 25 January 2016: 10.00 - 16.00 1, 8 and 15 February 2016: 10.00 - 16.00 FREE

Minute Taking Friday 29 January 2016: 10.00 - 16.00 FREE

BRECKON HILL COMMUNITY CENTRE

TO ENROL CALL 01642 248704

Second Chance

6 weeks A course that helps individuals and families live more satisfying and fulfilling lives. Find out how to access your emotional and mental wellbeing. Second Chance is a training course which allows you to gain a deeper understanding of how we experience life and the changes we can all implement to make life more simple and less stressful.

FREE

Course Title and Times Overview Course Cost

SKILLS SHARE NORTHEAST LTD

TO ENROL CALL

01429 868353

TEES VALLEY

CREATIVE LEARNING

FUN WITH

ENGLISH

MATHS

GAMES

THESE

COURSES

MAY BE

FREE

A fun new learning experience

Parents Key Stage 2 Support Classes in English and maths

We work with parents to help them understand what and how their children are taught in school.

You do not need to have high levels of English and maths to join these classes.

WHAT OUR

LEARNERS

HAVE TO SAY...

Staff are friendly and respectful with my learning

and also fantastic help, looking forward to starting

my maths and English

I gained a lot from the course and it has given me

lots to think about with regards to my lifestyle

I have felt more confident and got my self

a job volunteering in a local charity shop

During the course the tutor helped me apply for a job

and gave me lots of help with interview techniques

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MCLP

SHORT-LISTED FOR

LOCAL

GOV-ERNMENT

INNO-VATION AWARD

The partnership has been shortlisted for

its innovative approach to delivering

Community Learning for people in

Middlesbrough. The judging panel has

recognised the strength of the partnership with

so many organisations joining together to offer

a fantastic range of learning opportunities.

Winners to be announced on the 16th March!

Wish us luck.

CALLING ALL

GROUPS AND CLUBS

Do you need to attract new members?

Middlesbrough Community Learning is able to offer support to attract new members and support your activity by providing learning opportunities and o ering small grants to support you!

To find out more contact Peter Samson on

01642 811400 or [email protected]

There are many group and hobby clubs available to join in Middlesbrough.

Cleveland Miniaturists

We are a small club with a wide range of experience and skills in miniatures. We are currently looking to expand our little group. We currently meet on the first Tuesday of the month.

Location: Newport Settlement Centre Youth

and Community Centre, Union Street, Middlesbrough TS1 5NQ

Time and Date: First Tuesday of every month,

18.45 - 20.45

Tel: 07979441909

Email: [email protected]

Swift Tees

We are a volunteer based club. Our goal is to help people build on their stamina.

Email: [email protected] Middlesbrough U3A

We have about 20 interest groups. These are organised by the U3A members themselves and any member whose interest is not catered for is encouraged to start a new group.

Location: Various

Time and Date: First Wednesday of every month,

14.00 - 15.45

Tel: 01642 274423 TS1 Artists

MCLS is working in partnership with TS1 Artists, providing workshops with local artists such as jeweller Gail Wright.

Location: 57 Corporation Road, Middlesbrough,

TS1 1LT

Creative Writing Workshop

Various workshops throughout the year featuring guest writers and masterclasses.

Location: Centre Square, Middlesbrough,

TS1 2AY

Tel: Peter Samson - 01642 811400 Middlesbrough Chess Club

We are an active group who enjoy playing chess together.

Location: Acklam Park, Green Lane,

Middlesbrough, TS5 7SL

Time and Date: Monday, weekly 19.00 - 21.00 Tel: 01642 818 567

Middlesbrough Scrabble Club

For information, contact: [email protected]

Middlesbrough Gaming Club

For information, contact: [email protected]

Middlesbrough Bridge Club

For information, contact: [email protected]

Learn a new hobby

and meet

like-minded individuals

who share your

interest!

Hobby Fayre 2016,

Saturday February

27th at Central Library.

Middlesbrough Community Learning Partnership has commissioned the following partners to support the delivery of Community Learning provision in Middlesbrough. The Partnership is very interested in working with both established and VCS organisations that have a track record of delivering learning and small organisations that have never delivered learning opportunities before but feel they could contribute to meeting some of Middlesbrough’s Local Priorities. If you feel your community/voluntary organisation could support the delivery of key Community Learning Priorities then we would be very interested in meeting with you. Please email: [email protected]

or contact 01642 811400 to see how you could

become involved.

Actes

99 Acklam Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 5HR Abigail Fields – Contracts Manager Tel: 01642 856 035

Email: [email protected] www.actes.co.uk

Active Middlesbrough

1st Floor, Neptune Centre , Crossfell Road, Berwick Hills, Middlesbrough, TS3 7RP Mark Sanderson - Health and Fitness Manager

Email: [email protected] The Neptune - Tel: 01642 230106

The Rainbow Leisure Centre - Tel: 01642 592800 Southlands Leisure Centre - Tel: 01642 800428 www.middlesbrough.gov.uk/activemiddlesbrough

Aspire Training and Development Centre

Enterprise, Training and Development

MBC - Well-being, Care and Learning, Cumberland Resource Centre, Chelmsford Road, Linthorpe, Middlesbrough, TS6 6PH

Jan Earl - Community Training and Development Manager

Tel: 01642 515752 Mob: 07901 009585 Email: [email protected] www.middlesbrough.gov.uk

Greatest Expectations

Calvary House, 36-40, Grange Road, Middlesbrough TS1 5BQ

William Guthrie - Co Director

Tel: 01642 220777 Mob: 07966 092465 Email: [email protected]

The Hope Foundation

Hope House, 1 Grange Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 5BA Sue Kearney – Chief Executive Officer

Email: [email protected] www.hope-foundation.org.uk

Lifeline Project Ltd

Lifeline Project, Carrington House, 92 Normanby Road, South Bank, Middlesbrough, TS6 6RS Aaron Foley

Tel: 01642 232678

Email: [email protected] www.lifeline.org.uk

Middlesbrough Environment City Trust

1 North Road, Middlesbrough TS2 1DE David Scriven - Training Coordinator Tel: 01642 243183 Mob: 07956 810004 Email: [email protected] www.menvcity.org.uk

Middlesbrough Football Club Foundation

MFC Foundation, Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough, TS3 6RS

Andrew Clay

Email: [email protected] Tel: 01642 757674

Web: www.mfc.co.uk

Middlesbrough and Stockton Mind

The Mind Centre, 90-92 Lothian Road,

Middlesbrough Community Learning Partnership

Vicky Henderson-Thynne - Connect Manager, Living Life Services

Tel: 01642 217399

Email: vicky.henderson-thynne@ middlesbroughandstocktonmind.org.uk www.middlesbroughandstocktonmind.org.uk

Nunthorpe Learning and Leisure

Nunthorpe Academy, Guisborough Road, Nunthorpe, Middlesbrough, TS7 0LA Karen Deen – Director of Extended Academy Tel: 01642 310561

Email: [email protected] www.nunthorpe.co.uk

Savvy Training Academy

58A Kings Road, North Ormesby, Middlesbrough, TS3 6NH

Lisa Fallows Zaman - Owner/Trainer Tel: 01642 249841 Mob: 07500 909441 Email: [email protected] www.savvyhealthhairandbeauty.co.uk Facebook: Savvy health hair and beauty

Sixth Sense Learning

Attic Suite, Multi Media Exchange,

72-80 Corporation Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 2RF Danny Gray – Director

Tel: 01642 248050

Email: [email protected] www.sixthsenselearning.com

TDB Training Specialists Limited

Punch Street, Middlesbrough, TS1 5RY Martin Harrison - Operations and Development Manager Tel: 01670 851244 Email: [email protected] www.tdbtraining.co.uk North Riding FA Steve Wade Tel: 01642 717775 www.northridingfa.com

Skills Share North East

Belle Vue Centre, Kendal Road, Hartlepool Kay Pike

Tel: 01429 868353

Email: [email protected] www.skillssharene.co.uk

Tees Valley Creative Learning

Elmwood Centre, 53 Darlington Road, Hartburn, Stockton on Tees, TS18 5EP Joan Opie: 07804797763 Tui Palmer: 07985650941 Telephone: 01642 424232

[email protected] [email protected]

Bankfields Primary School

Clare Bennett Mans eld Rd, Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, TS6 0RZ

Tel: 01642 453157

www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk/bankfields

Breckon Hill Enterprise

Breckon Hill Community Centre Breckon Hill Road, Middlesbrough

Amanda Buck Tel: 01642248704

Email: [email protected] www.breckonhill.org.uk

Tees Valley Wildlife Trust

Margrove Heritage Centre, Boosbeck, Saltburn Steve Ashton Tel: 01287636382 www.teeswildlife.org NUR Fitness Mobile: 07972301543 Email: [email protected] www.nurfitness.co.uk Facebook: Facebook.com/Nurlight.fitness

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