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We hope that you will find something of interest inthis year’s prospectus, we believe that it is nevertoo late to learn a new skill or a hobby and as aconsequence the courses we run allow you to fityour learning in and around your work and family.You will find listed here many of the courses thatwe offer throughout the year, whether you arelooking to up skill for work or just for fun we arebound to have something for you.

If you are unsure about which course to choosewe can provide you with advice and guidance toensure you make the right decision, or if you arelooking for something not listed please contact usas we will always do our best to accommodateyour needs, if not here then at one of our othercentres throughout the borough.

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The Dormston Centre Prospectus for 2018-19

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Arts & Crafts 4-6Languages 7-9ICT – Computers 9-10Life & Skills 12Dance & Fitness 13

Beauty 14Music 14Other Information 15Term Dates 16

TASTER COURSES AVAILABLE!

Look out for our taster courses that we offer onselected dates throughout the year to give you asample of the quality courses we have deliver, alot are FREE, but where chargeable this is only

to cover resources used.

STUDENT CAFE

Our Café will be open for you to enjoyhigh quality beverages during your class

or while simply waiting for friends.


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Arts and Crafts

Beginners WatercolourDay:Wednesday | Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £80.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019This course is aimed at developing an understanding of watercolour techniques with a focus on, but not exclusiveto wildlife, landscape and nature. The first few sessions of the term will build on technical handling of themedium. Study drawings or techniques will be carried out in preparation for the main term project. The mainterm project is usually discussed at the end of the previous term with the currently enrolled learners. It willgenerally comprise of 3-5 sessions depending complexity. All learners work from the same source reference andare guided step by step through group demonstrations to show techniques, and individual discussion wheregreater understanding is required. If time allows the final session is for learners to bring along an individualpiece of their own choosing for guidance.

Drawing & PaintingDay: Friday | Time: 9.45am - 12.45pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £105.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019This course is aimed at developing a personal style through observation, study pieces and the development ofone or more finished paintings. The first few sessions of the term will build on visual perception, how we seethings through drawing or painting from life. These sessions will also touch on techniques relevant at that time.Study drawings or techniques will be carried out in preparation for the main term project. The main term projectis usually discussed at the end of the previous term with the currently enrolled learners. It will generally compriseof 3-5 sessions depending complexity. All learners work from the same source reference and are guided step bystep through group demonstrations to show techniques, and individual discussion to encourage independentinterpretations of the subject. If time allows the final session is for learners to bring along an individual piece oftheir own choosing for guidance.

Mixed Media ArtDay:Wednesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £80.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019Over the next ten weeks you will be introduced to the basic skills in fine art. To start off you will be shown thebasic skills of drawing using different types of media e.g. pencil, graphite, charcoal and oil/chalk pastels. Toextend your development by the end of the course you will be using acrylic and oil paint to enhance your imagesand creating something unique and personal. This course will challenge your creativity no previous experiencerequired.

Cake Decorating & Sugar Craft for BeginnersDay: Thursday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £80.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019This course is aimed at complete beginners, learners will understand how to cover a cake with marzipan andsugar paste whilst learning how to overcome any problems that may occur, Learners will be able to progress onto making royal icing and understand the different consistencies required to use a different range of techniques.Learners will also be creating moulded flowers using sugar paste and marzipan to adorn your cake. By the endof term learners will have a fully decorated cake of your own design.


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Cake Decorating & Sugar Craft for ImproversDay: Tuesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £80.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019

This course is aimed at learners who have completed our beginners course, or who already have a good knowledgeof cake decorating. Throughout the term learners will build on the skills already gained learning how to create avariety of wired flowers and models using flower paste and modelling paste, using dusting to highlight andenhance both flowers and models. Each Term the project will be seasonal based.

Cake Decorating ModellingDay: Saturday | Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm | Duration: 1 Week | Cost: £40.00Start Dates: December 2018

Develop your modelling skills and learn to create an adorable figure. You will learn the rules of successfulmodelling and a host of techniques to enhance your sugar models. A really valuable course, ideally you wouldneed to have completed our beginner’s cake decorating course to attend.

Flower Arranging for All AbilitiesDay: Tuesday & Wednesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £87.50Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019

This course is designed for all abilities, for anyone who has a little self taught experience and now wants to startfrom basics and iron out any problem areas or for those learners who wish to improve their present ability andcorrect conditioning techniques. Taught in an easy, friendly manner with many laughs along the way - in fact theideal way to relax and have a bit of me time, whilst learning something that could even turn out to be a newprofession. You will need to provide your own flowers, (suggestion lists will be given each week for the followinglesson) the cost of the demonstration is included in the fee.

Bridal FlowersDay: Saturday | Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm | Duration: 1 Week | Cost: £40.00Start Dates:March 2019 - May 2019

On our Bridal Course you will be learn the basic skills and techniques required to create beautiful weddingflowers for your bridal party, you will learn how to make your own: Bridal Bouquet | Corsage for the Mother of the Bride | Button HoleThis course is suitable for all abilities.

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Funeral FlowersDay: Saturday | Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm | Duration: 1 Week | Cost: £40.00Start Dates: April 2019This course focuses entirely on funeral flowers. It will include a classic and traditional design. You will use avariety of mediums including oasis, twigs, straw and wire, as well as biodegradable and sustainable materials.This is an excellent opportunity to focus specifically on this area of flower arranging.

Christmas FlowersDay: Saturday | Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm | Duration: 1 Week | Cost: £40.00Start Dates: December 2018Start Christmas here! - Come along and join us for a fun festive day. We will show you the skills needed to makea garland or door swag. We will also be creating a holly ball from real holly and a traditional door wreath fromfresh foliage and holly. A day of seasonal inspiration to really get you in a Christmassy mood. All designs will lastover the whole festive period. Tea/Coffee and mince pies provided.

Fashion Sewing for BeginnersDay: Tuesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £80.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019This course is for beginners and those with very limited experience who have an interest in fashion and wouldlike to start making their own clothes. Throughout the course you will you will learn how to make a simple fashiongarment, the basics on how to use a sewing machine and an overlocker. Measure correctly to choose the correctpattern size and fabric. Construct and neaten open and closed seams, insert zips and much more. Individualprojects can be discussed with the tutor prior to the start of the course, you will need to provide a basic sewingkit and the fabric required for your garment. More advanced learners are welcome to join this class if they wish.

Fashion Sewing for ImproversDay:Wednesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £80.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019This course is for those of you who have attended the beginner’s course or who already have a good understandingof fashion sewing. Throughout this course you will: Improve skills on how to use the sewing machine andoverlocker. Gain a further understanding of taking body measurements and adapting dressmaking patterns tocomplement your personal body shape. Improving your knowledge of choosing fabric selection. Attaching facingsusing grading techniques to give a professional finish and much more. Individual projects can be discussed withthe tutor prior to the start of the course, you will need to provide a basic sewing kit and the fabric required foryour garment. More advanced learners are welcome to join this class if they wish.

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Languages

Spanish for BeginnersDay:Monday & Wednesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £80.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019

An introduction to the Spanish Language, covering important topics that are the foundation to learning,understanding and conversing in this wonderful language. It is specifically designed for those with little or noprior knowledge of the language. It is delivered in an interesting, lively way that promotes learning with a currentrelevance, cultural focus and engaging enthusiasm. During this course you will be offered plenty of opportunitiesto speak, read, write and listen, in an atmosphere where you feel comfortable to learn.

Spanish for ImproversDay: Tuesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £80.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019

During this course you will re-visit basic topics, extending on vocabulary and encouraged to give your ownthoughts, opinions, likes and dislikes. Conversation is key to this class, giving you the opportunity to exploreverbs in the past, present and future tenses, knowledge about living in Spanish speaking countries, learningabout the culture and various celebrations. You will be offered an array of opportunities to build confidence inspeaking, listening, reading and writing and all within a comfortable and relaxed learning environment.

Italian for ImproversDay: Thursday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £80.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019

Learners will read narratives directly related to the renaissance and Italian linguistic and cultural development.In tandem with this, they will convert English into Italian on a weekly basis as well as listening to contemporaryvocal exchanges for interpretation. Within this setting, learners will also enjoy interactive PowerPoints, gamingand online scenarios and conversational opportunities, formally and informally in Italian.


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LanguagesDeaf AwarenessDay: Saturday | Time: 9.30am - 12.00pm | Duration: 1 Week | Cost: FREEStart Dates: October 2018 - February 2019 - April 2019There are 10 million people who are deaf or who have hearing loss in the UK. Do you or your employees haveregular contact with customers or colleagues who are deaf or who have a hearing loss? Being deaf aware is goodbusiness practice and will attract more business. The charity Action on Hearing Loss have found in their researchthat 7 in 10 hearing aid wearers would choose a business over a competitor if the staff were deaf aware. We areoffering Deaf Awareness training courses which can be held on site at your workplace or at The Dormston AdultEducation Centre. At the end of the course you will be able to;• Identify and implement solutions where people who are deaf or have a hearing loss face accessibility

and communication barriers• Recognise and respond to the different ways people who are deaf or have a hearing loss communicate• Understand and demonstrate how you can engage and communicate with people who are deaf or

have a hearing lossOur Deaf Awareness course is a half day course that runs over a three-hour session, a Certificate of Attendancewill be issued upon completion of the course. This is an ideal introduction to our full Level 1 course.Please contact the centre for further information or to make a booking.

Sign Language IntroductionDay:Monday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 8 Weeks | Cost: £85.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019This short 8 week course will introduce you to the Deaf community and help you begin to learn how to useBritish Sign Language. You will cover topics such as Greetings, Weather, Transport, Numbers and much more.It’s fun and interactive learning throughout, ending with a simple 5 minute assessment of the skills you havelearnt. (assessment fees are payable separately).

Sign Language Level 1 (Qualification)Day:Monday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 33 Weeks | Cost: £450.00*Start Dates: September 2018Have you always wanted to learn how to communicate with deaf people using Sign Language? Alternatively are youthinking about learning a new skill but haven’t yet made the first step forward? You may have other reasons for wantingto learn sign language and to learn more about deaf people, such as having a family member who is deaf or even a workcolleague. This is what Level 1 BSL is all about; to enable you to start your journey towards becoming someone who cancommunicate efficiently with deaf people. Signature Level 1 Award in British Sign Language is designed to enable learnersto communicate with deaf people in British Sign Language (BSL). A range of topics are studied that involve simple,everyday language use. It provides an introduction to BSL and is suitable for all learners. The course is divided into threeunits and learners are required to pass all units to gain the qualification. Assessments take place throughout the courseduring normal class time and the assessment fees are included in the cost. (please note concessions are not available onExam Fees) *arrangements can be made to pay in instalments - please ask for details.


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LanguagesSign Language Level 2 (Qualification)Day:Monday | Time: 6.30pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 40 Weeks | Cost: £590.00*Start Dates: September 2018

This qualification is designed to enable you to develop an ability to communicate with Deaf people using BSLin a range of familiar contexts, participating in longer and more open-ended exchanges than at level one. Thecourse will develop functional communication in BSL about a range of real life, routine and daily experiences.You will be able to deal with more routine language tasks and have sufficient grasp of grammar to cope withsome non-routine tasks. The course is divided into three units and candidates are required to pass all units togain the Signature qualification. The course is lively and fun you will gain a qualification to add to your CV. Youwill meet new like-minded people who want to communicate and mix with the deaf community and you willmeet deaf people at local deaf events. Assessments take place throughout the course during normal class timeand the assessment fees are included in the cost. (please note concessions are not available on Exam Fees) Youmust have a Signature / CACDP BSL Level 1 qualification or equivalent.*arrangements can be made to pay in instalments - please ask for details.

Sign Language Level 3 (Qualification)Day: Thursday | Time: 6.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 50 Weeks | Cost: £1200.00*Start Dates: September 2018

This course is designed to enable you to use and understand a good level of BSL when in communication withdeaf people, during the course you will develop ability to:• Demonstrate BSL competence at an advanced level• Broaden and apply BSL skills required in a range of situations and contexts• Demonstrate an understanding of BSL from a variety of work related and social situations

with different people• Communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in BSL using increasingly accurate, complex

and varied language• Demonstrate increased knowledge of the grammatical structure and variation within BSL• Demonstrate positive attitudes and sensitivity to language and language learning• Demonstrate insights into and contact with the deaf communityAssessments take place throughout the course during normal class time and the assessment fees are includedin the cost. (Please note a £200 non-refundable deposit will be payable upon enrolment, for the remainder ofthe course arrangements can be made to pay in instalments – please ask for details) Admittance on to the courseis by means of an interview, during which time you will have a filmed BSL skills assessment, interviews will takeplace on a pre-arranged date prior to the commencement of the course.*arrangements can be made to pay in instalments - please ask for details.


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Computers for BeginnersDay: Tuesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 6 Weeks | Cost: £48.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019This fun and friendly course will help learners to gain basic computer skills as well as use the Internet and email withconfidence and in safety. Intended for complete beginners to computers or those who have some basic knowledge butneed to build up their confidence, learners will start by learning basic keyboard skills, navigating with a mouse and usingdrag and drop. Other topics include improving the presentation of documents typed, using cut, copy and paste, finding,opening and saving files as well as organising files on the computer. Learners will gain knowledge about using the Internet,searching for information using a web browser, navigating around web sites and how to bookmark favourite web sites toreturn to later. Write and send first emails, learn how to send emails to multiple recipients, reply to email, identify junkmail and scams, attach documents, pictures and manage the emails received. The course ends with helpful informationand a quiz on online safety, to ensure learners are using their computer wisely and safely.

Computers for ImproversDay: Tuesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 6 Weeks | Cost: £48.00Start Dates: January 2019 - April 2019This course will enable learners to improve their existing computer skills and build on the knowledge learnedthrough our beginner’s course. It will ensure confidence in the safe use of internet and emails.

Create your own Website using Word PressDay: Tuesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 6 Weeks | Cost: £48.00Start Dates: October 2018 - February 2019 - June 2019Do you have a hobby you’d like to show off to the world? Are you in a club which needs more members? Perhapsyou’d like to get your local community involved in a project? A website is one of the best ways to promote youractivities to a wider audience. Intended for beginners to web design, this fun and friendly course will help learnersto create a basic website using the popular WordPress environment, which powers millions of websites worldwide.WordPress makes it easy for anyone to create their first website. Learners can manage everything through a simpledashboard without having to mess with complex code and will learn how to set up a free account at WordPress.comand use the Dashboard features. Choose a theme and change their site’s appearance, write their first content andadd new pages. Make their site really stand out with pictures and media and enhance their site as it grows. Thiscourse is ideal for developing hobby, personal, club or community websites. Learners are also welcome to create asite showcasing a small business. However, please be aware that due to restrictions on the free WordPress.comaccount, this course does not include the actual selling of products through a website. The course ends with apractical workshop where learners will be able to work on their own website.

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Using Ebay to Buy and SellDay: Tuesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 6 Weeks | Cost: £48.00Start Dates: October 2018 - February 2019 - June 2019

Declutter your life with this fun and friendly course on using eBay, the world's largest community for buying andselling goods of all kinds. You will learn how to set up an eBay account, buy and sell items, what they cost and howto build up a good reputation in the eBay community. Search for items you wish to buy, find the best price, how toidentify a good seller, leave feedback and complete your purchases safely. Increase your chances of selling an itemby adding attractive photographs or a description; setting the right sale price or choosing to auction, working outpostage, what to look for in potential buyers and sending off your item once sold. Intended for complete beginnersto eBay, by the end of the course you will be able to buy and sell your unwanted goods with confidence and in safety.

Introduction to SpreadsheetsDay:Wednesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 6 Weeks | Cost: £48.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019

The aim of the course is to enable learners to understand the basics of spreadsheets. Topics to be covered will include:Setting up a new workbook. Inputting data into cells. Using basic formulas. Formatting data. Modifying and presentingdata. Those taking part would need to have a reasonable level on maths and English and ICT.

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Health & Well BeingDay: Thursday | Time: 6.30pm - 8.30pm | Duration: 5 Weeks | Cost: £40.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019Health and well-being programme will include aspects of:Anxiety Management - How to overcome stress and worry lessLife Coaching - Learn how to restore balance and make positive changes in your lifeConflict Resolution - Learn how to deal with difficult situations assertivelyLive4Less - Learn how to make your money go further (super scrimping)Introduction to Volunteering - Learn what is involved in the role of the volunteerAlcohol Awareness - Learn important information about units of alcohol, the effects of beer goggles and sample moctails.This course is ideal for frontline people, e.g. receptionists, sales, volunteers who are dealing with members of the public.

Start Your Own BusinessDay: Tuesday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 5 Weeks | Cost: £40.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019Ever thought of Starting your Own Business? It’s really not that difficult.This course will give you all the necessary information needed to set up and run your own business.Areas covered include:• Advantages and disadvantages of running your own business• How to set up a business• Advantages and disadvantages of each• Producing Profit and loss/cash flow forecasts and a case study• Producing a business plan

Coaching & MentoringDay: Thursday | Time: 6.30pm - 8.30pm | Duration: 5 Weeks | Cost: £40.00Start Dates: November 2018 - April 2019 - June 2019Would you like to learn skills to help you to become a Coach/Mentor?This course will help you to understand the role, skills and qualities of a Coach/Mentor and develop the skills toimprove the performance of individuals. The tools learnt will help you to inspire and motivate individuals to reachtheir full potential. Throughout the course you will learn:• The role and skills of a Coach/Mentor• The Coaching/Mentoring relationship• Key Coaching/Mentoring styles• Coaching/Mentoring to improve individual performance• Setting goals

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Exercise and Fitness for AllDay: Tuesday | Time: 9.45am - 10.45am | Day:Wednesday | Time: 11.30am - 12.30pmDuration: 14 Weeks | Cost: £52.50Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019

Come and join our nifty exercise class and feel the benefits….Fun, laughter, friendship, improved mobility, balanceand coordination through carefully planned gentle exercise classes designed specifically for you, no matter what yourability! You will be introduced to Aerobics, Zumba and Toning exercises with a variety of good music. All classes canbe performed standing or seated depending on the individual. It’s a great way to meet people and you’ll receive awarm welcome as well as feeling energised afterwards – so whatever your ability, come along and join in!

ZumbaDay: Tuesday | Time: 11.00am - 12.00pm | Duration: 14 Weeks | Cost: £52.50Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019

Heard of it and wondering what it is? Zumba is exercise in disguise. Zumba is a dance fitness class that incorporatesLatin and International music and dance movements which create a dynamic, exciting workout. This class combinesfast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body in an aerobic/fitness fashion to achieve a unique balance ofcardio and muscle toning. This class can be less intense and move at a slower pace than the regular Zumba Fitnessclasses if required. Gentle Zumba is good for our more active mature adults, those who have not been exercising fora while, and those who just want to take it slow and not have to jump.

PilatesDay: Tuesday | Time: 6.00pm - 7.30pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £52.50Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019

Pilates is an exercise aimed at improving core strength of the body while maintaining flexibility, it targets the deeppostural muscles of the body using exercise and breathing. It helps to improve the body’s awareness and relaxationwhile developing strength and endurance.

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Gel NailsDay: Thursday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 5 Weeks | Cost: £50.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019Say goodbye to manicures that take hours to dry and hello to long lasting nails with a high gloss which takes minutes todry and stays so perfect it's like a luxury manicure/pedicure every day. This course is especially suitable for those of youwho are beginners or would like to refresh your knowledge with up-to-date methods, learn how to do your own nails at amuch cheaper cost than if you had to visit a salon.

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Guitar for BeginnersDay: Thursday | Time: 6.00pm - 7.00pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £45.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019A complete introduction to playing the guitar for those who have never played a note.The course will feature:• How to tune the guitar• How to count time• How to play a basic rhythm• How to play a basic song accompaniment• How to play three basic chordsAs the course is quite short, you must be aware that some minimal practice will be required between sessions. A guitar(Acoustic or UNAMPLIFIED Electric), strung with all six strings will be required.(concessions are not applicable to this course)

Guitar for ImproversDay:Wednesday & Thursday | Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm | Duration: 10 Weeks | Cost: £90.00Start Dates: September 2018 - January 2019 - April 2019A guitar course aimed at mixed abilities focussing mainly on American-style music from the 1950s to the present day.The focus will be on Blues and Classic Rock but will also encompass other musical styles too. Learn how to use chordsand scales, lines riffs and melody, concentrating on how they all work together in various songs and song forms. A typicalcourse covers three of four songs in detail, featuring multiple arrangement parts, melody and improvisation. You will learnthese different parts and also get the chance to play them in a format that is similar to the experience of to playing in areal band. Normally, the minimum requirement is for the learner to have some limited playing experience, and demonstratea little dexterity and co-ordination by strumming in time and changing between a few basic chords. For learners with noexperience of playing the guitar, the course “Guitar for Absolute Beginners” would be more suitable and would provide acomplete beginner with the skills necessary to take part in this course.(concessions are not applicable to this course)

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Other Information

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InductionYour first session will include completion of your enrolment form (including proof of benefit for concessionary feeswhere applicable), initial assessments, and an induction to the centre, this will provide you with safeguardinginformation and further details about your course.

Fees / how to EnrolThere are different ways to enrol and pay for the courses that we offer:

To assist you in choosing the correct course we hold an open evening each term where you can come along and meetour tutors and enrol.

Choose the course you wish to attend and call the centre, you can enrol from 1st August 2018. Most courses aresuitable for telephone enrolment, however on your first evening you will need to produce.

4 Evidence of Identity4 Evidence of Residency4 Evidence of Concessions (if claimed)

In person at the Centre, this will need to be during the centre opening times of:Monday - Friday 5.00pm - 8.30pm | Saturday 9.30am - 2.00pm.

Please do not wait until the last minute to enrol as you may find that your chosen course is full and places cannotbe reserved.

All learners claiming fee remission must provide dated evidence of eligibility to the centre upon enrolment.

Please ensure you bring proof of ID to your enrolment, this can be driving licence, passport, ID card.

You must be prepared to pay for your course fees in full by either credit/debit card, cheque or cash**Instalment arrangements may be possible for courses costing more than £150 and lasting longer than 10 weeks,however all fees are payable even if you start a course and then fail to attend. You will be required to make the firstpayment before the start of your course.

Please note: Courses are subject to numbers; a minimum of ten learners per course are required to run.


Fee Concession RulesFee concession of 75% if adults 19+ meet residency requirements and are in receipt of Universal credit whichincludes:

• Job Seekers Allowance (JSA) • Employment Support Allowance (ESA) • Income Support • Housing Benefit; Pension Credit.

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Child Tax Credit or Working Tax Credit where the annual income is under the threshold of £15,736.50 and are ableto produce evidence to that effect.

Fee RefundsThere is no entitlement to an automatic refund of fees. However where the centre has cancelled a course and transferto an alternative course is not possible a refund will be given. Refunds will be made by cheque and can take up to7 days to process.

Learners who choose to withdraw from a course are not entitled to a refund - In exceptional circumstances a partrefund fee may be approved, from which an administrative charge of £10 will be made.

If learners withdraw due to medical reasons a medical certificate will be required to obtain a refund.

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Term Dates 2018-2019Autumn TermOpen Evening 6th September 2018Term Starts 24th September 2018Half Term 29th October - 4th November 2018

Spring TermOpen Evening 10th January 2019Term Starts 28th January 2019Half Term 18th February - 24th February 2019

Summer TermOpen Evening 25th April 2019Term Starts 7th May 2019Half Term 27th May - 2nd June 2019


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