September Prospectus

A new beginning...

Welcome to our 2012/13 Prospectus

“Going to class has given me a new lease of life. I’ve made friends and have started volunteering at my local school’ ACL learner”

Whether you are looking to learn new skills, improve your job prospects, take up a new interest or return to learning, we have over 200 classes on offer in more than 20 locations across Neath Port Talbot.

What’s new this year? New classes e.g. Criminal Psychology, Hygiene for Salons, Cloud Computing and Baking is a piece of Cake etc.

Our new website: Find us online at www.nptacl.org or follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/nptacl.

Enrol and pay for your course online! Thank you for taking the time out to read about our courses. I would like to extend a warm welcome to those of you choosing to study with us and hope you enjoy your time with us.

The ACL team are here to offer you assistance with anything related to your learning, so please get in touch.

We look forward to seeing you.

The ACL team

01. Term dates, How to enrol01. Important

Information 01. Working in

Partnership02. Course Fees

and Financial Assistance

03. Learner Support Service

04. Enterprise in the Valleys project

05. Regional Essential Skills Project

06. Community Development

07. Learner Voice08. Family Learning

10/11. Art, Craft & Design12. Bristish Sign

Language 13. Childcare 14/15. Computers/IT 16/17. Cooking Essentials18. Construction19. Essential Skills20/21. Digital Imaging/

Photography 22. Floristry/

Horticulture23. Health & Wellbeing 24/25. Languages & ESOL 26/27. Music 28. Life Skills29. GCSE/A level30. Psychology/

Counselling31/32. Refurbished PC

order form33. Centre Locations/

Contact

Contents Course Information:

www.nptacl.org [ 01 ]

Important Information All classes are correct at the time of print. We may change or add to the courses advertised, for instance where a course is under or over-subscribed. New courses may be introduced throughout the year. Learners’ interests are taken into consideration where a change is made.

A class needs a minimum of 8 learners enrolled to run, so if you are interested in attending a course, why not bring a friend?

If you see a course that you like but it’s not being run in your area, please let us know as we may be able to arrange a class if there is enough interest.

Enrolment is easy• Chooseacourse.• Selectacentrewherethecourseisbeing held. • Fillintheenrolmentformincludedinthis brochure. • Dropitintothecentreortoourmain officeatTheodoreRoad,PortTalbotNEW FOR THIS YEAR - Enrol and Pay for your course online! Visit www.nptacl.org/enrol for more details

Please enrol early to avoid disappointment.Your place on a course cannot be guaranteed until you have paid and we have confirmed.

Working in Partnership Adult Community Learning is partly funded through a franchise agreement with Neath Port Talbot College.

In order to ensure the best for all of our learners we also work in partnership with a number of other organisations to provide a high quality learning experience throughout all of our courses. These include the Learner Support Service (see page 3), Enterprise in the Valleys (see pg 4), Community Development and Projects (see page 6), and many more.

Adult Community Learning are members of the Adult Learning Network and sit on the Learning Promotion Group in conjunction with many other learning providers in the Neath Port Talbot area. This group is supported by NIACE Dysgu Cymru(National Institute for Adult Continuing Education) to promote adult learning through different events throughout the year. For example the group have recently hosted the Adult Learner of the Year Awards (see pictures)

Term DatesAutumn - 17/09/12-14/12/12Half Term - 29/10/12-02/11/12

Spring - 07/01/13-28/03/13Half Term - 11/02/13-15/02/13

Summer - 15/04/13-23/07/13Half Term - 27/05/13-31/05/13

Term dates may vary in some centres, please contact your local centre for

General Information

Flowers provided for the Learner of the Year Awards ceremony by floristry learners

CourseFees

[ 02 ] Adult Community Learning

CourseFeesandFinancialAssistanceAll courses: £120 per 30 weeks paid in two instalments or one instalment of £100 paid at time of enrolment.

For short courses please contact us or visit our website www.nptacl.org

All fees are fully refundable if any course is cancelled or moved to an unacceptable location.

Additional Costs: Accreditation costs for the following courses: ABRSM PianoBritish Sign LanguageChildren’s Care - Learning and Development (funding may be available for this award)Floristry City and GuildsGCSEs and A levelsPlease enquire for actual costs.

Concessions You may be eligible for a reduction in course costs if you are a low income household or in receipt of a means tested benefit. These include:Jobseekers Allowance Income supportHousing Benefit Pension CreditEmployment Support Allowance

If you are eligible, the course fee will be just £5 for courses up to 10 weeks and £15 for a 30 week course.

For more information on concessions please contact us on 01639 898581.

Free4GbUSBMemorySticks In order to become more sustainable, last year learners were given the option of keeping their files electronically on a USB memory stick as opposed to keeping a traditional file.

We have decided to offer the same for learners this year provided they did not take up the offer last year.

Additional or replacement USB sticks can be purchased for £6

TheAdultLearnerFund Doyouneedhelppayingforyourlearning?

It is the aim of Neath Port Talbot Adult Community Learning that no learner is turned away through inability to pay!

We could help with course fees, resources, transport etc.

Interested? Contact us on 01639 898581 Applications can be downloaded from www.nptacl.org

Only available for learners on a Neath Port Talbot ACL course and subject to application approval.


SupportService

LifelongLearningLearnerSupportService

Wehaveanexcellentteamoffriendlylearner support staff who are able to provideyouwithinformationandadviceon:

CoursesandTraining

Career Options

FinancialSupport

SelfEmployment

CV’sandInterviewSkills

SignpostingtoChildcare

CareerMatchingProgramme

Volunteering Opportunities

This service is available in your local area, at a time that suits.To chat with one of our friendly staff and discuss your needs, contact either:

Alison Richards at Taibach CEC:Tel:01639882104E-mail: [email protected] or Alison Vaughan at Theodore Road:Tel:01639898581/07837194235E-mail: [email protected]

Impartial Free Confidential Friendly

Enterprise in the Valleys

NEWTHISYEAR

Turnyournewskillsintoabusinessventure If you have ever considered being your own boss and would like to turn the skills you have learnt with Adult Community Learning into a business venture.........then look no further!

Neath Port Talbot Adult Community Learning and Enterprise in the Valleys are joining forces to help adult learners explore self-employment opportunities.

Enterprise in the Valleys can help you take those first few steps towards running your own business, helping you with:• Exploring ideas for self employment• What you will need to consider for self-employment• Access to sources of information• Workshops on self-employment and business skills• Courses on running a business• Sharing your ideas with like minded people• Access to our free monthly Enterprise Club for ongoing support• Sign posting on to specialised business services and other organisations for further support

Enterprise in the Valleysis a unique innovative regeneration project which focuses on increasing the entrepreneurial skills of people who live in Western Valleys Communities in South Wales.

For further information about course dates and locations please contact Enterprise in the Valleys by:Email - [email protected] or Phone - 01639 898581

You can also visit us on our website at:www.enterpriseinthevalleys.co.ukor find us on Facebook.

Enterprise in the Valleys is funded by the Welsh Government and is managed by the Lifelong Learning Service of Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council.

Enterprise

In The Valleys

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[ 04] Adult Community Learning

Free Essential Skills

Training for the Workforce

Grow the Essential Skills that you need to make Work and Life bloom!

What we can offer:

Accredited courses in: • Communications & Literacy• Application of Number & Numeracy• ESOL (English for Speakers for Other Languages)*The use of ICT in the sessions (optional)

• Flexible provision to fit with your work day• Allcourseresourcesareprovidedfree

Interested?

Contact the Regional Essential Skills Co-ordinator Bethan Blackmore on (01639) 898581 or email [email protected] for more information

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YngweithiogydaPhartneriaidCymunedolgan gynnwys Addysg Oedolion yn y Gymuned,Cymunedau’nGyntafa’rTîmGwasanaethau Gweithgareddau Corfforol a Chwaraeonigyflwynogweithgareddauichi

Findoutwhat’soninyourlocalCommunityCentreGwybodaeth am ddigwyddiadau yn eich Canolfan Gymunedol leol

Tel/Ffôn:01639898581orWeb/We:www.npt.gov.uk/communitycentres

CommunityDevelopmentandProjects

Learner Voice

We care about what you think!

At Adult Community Learning we really value your opinion. We want to hear if we are doing a great job and if not, we need to know what we’re doing wrong so we can put it right.

There are lots of ways you can let us know:

U Come in and see us - our door is always open! U Email us at [email protected] U Find us on facebook www.facebook.com/nptacl U Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/nptacl U Phone us on 01639 898581 U Join our team of learner representatives.

For more information on this call us on 01639 898581.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Some activities from last year include:

Christmas Fun - A range of activities including a visit from Henson the Hedgehog, a chance to make a Christmas Floral arrangement and of course a visit from Santa!

Family Fun Day - All schools involved in the Family Programmes were invited to a fun day in Margam park.

School Courses - Classes have included topics such as phonics, early reading, writing and maths. All activities are designed to complement the Foundation Phase.

How to join - Look out for a letter from your school, or ask your class teacher if your school is taking part.

Family learning encourages families to become involved in their children’s learning. It gives families the opportunity to

learn new skills while at the same time helping their children in a fun way. The courses are free and are delivered across

Neath Port Talbot in various schools. Not only parents but carers and grandparents can take part too.

Winners: Jemma Clement who originally started with Family Learning has won Learner of the Year 2012 and has started

her own child minding business - Little Jem’s Daycare.Croeserw won the Family Learning Award 2011.

*NEW THIS YEAR*Family Learning have piloted a project

introducing iPads to the Family Learning programme to support Communication

using Mobile Technology.

For more information, please contact Karen Workman (01639) 648051 or e-mail [email protected]

...just a little of what we have to offer...


ArtDrawing Courses are suitable for beginners or more advanced learners. All techniques will be covered and various media will be used - soft pencils, charcoal, oil, pastels, watercolour, pen & ink etc. Portrait or figure studies - ask at enquiry.

Art / Darlun Developing art reflecting learning, understanding & nationality. These art classes can be taught and/or assessed through the medium of Welsh.

Painting For all budding artists or those seeking to improve their skills using pastels and water-colour techniques or oils—ask at enquiry.

ArtMixedContent Also available: courses using mixed content.

FabricCrafts Ever wanted to learn a new craft or develop an

existing one - how to make your own curtains, or how to embroider, crochet and patchwork? If so this is the course for you. The classes are workshop based and consist of practical demonstrations and exercises, with professional tips and advice. Recycled materials used wherever possible.

JewelleryMaking Learn how to make your own unique items

of jewellery using beads and crystal, with the opportunity to learn how to run your own small business. Learn all the main bead weaving techniques and start to design your own pieces to your requirements.

MakedoandMend Save Money - STOP throwing things away!

Turn Junk into Jewellery, curtains into clothes and rags into rugs. Projects will include: winter necklaces, hand painted tealight holders, Christmas decorations and many, many more!

CardMaking Learn how to make gift cards, invitations and gift

boxes for all occasions, for your friends, family, work colleagues, with the opportunity to run your own profit making cottage industry.

Sugarcraft Starting at level 1, learn the basics of sugar

paste work, marzipan models and sugar flowers. Improve skills at levels 2 & 3. The opportunity to progress to City & Guilds qualifications is available. Amaze yourself, family and friends by what you can do!

StainedGlass A craft course for beginners and improvers to

learn the basics of designing and making stained glass windows, light catchers, vases, mirrors etc. Plus - the opportunity to try selling your work.

Mosaics Learn how to use a variety of materials: mosaic

tiles; pebbles; slate; marble; glass; china etc for making wall hangings, trivet stands, mirror frames, splash backs, paving slabs and more.

Woodcarving Learn the art of wood carving. Projects include

lovespoons, model cars, walking sticks and much more!


Art,Craft&Design

Art,Craft&Design

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Art,Craft&Design

Course Level Weeks StartDate DOVE Glynneath

TCNeath YMCA

Pontardawe College

Queen Street

Roseand

CrownTaibach The

Cross

Gift Card Making and

Selling1,2,3 30 Sept

2012Tue

1.00pmTue

10.00amThurs

3.30pm

Tue1.00pm

(6 weeks

Thurs10.00am

Fabric Crafts E,1,2 30 Sept2012

Tue7.00pm

Fabric Crafts E,1,2 30 Sept2012

Wed1.30pm

Make Do and Mend 1 30 Sept

2012Thurs

1.00pmMon

6.00pmWed

10.00amTBC

6 weeks

Sugar craft 1,2,3 24 Sept2012

Thurs1.00pm

Tue1.00pm

Fri9.30am

Mon9.30am

Mon6.00pm

Sugar craft 1,2,3 30 Sept2012

Thurs6.00pm

Fri1.00pm

Wed9.30am

Mon3.45pm

Course Level Weeks StartDate

BrynglasFarm

Canolfan Maerdy Croeserw Llangatwg

SchoolNeath YMCA

ResolvenICC

TaibachCC

TheCross

Art 2,3 24 Sept2012

Tue10.00am

Art 2,3 24 Sept2012

Thurs 1.00pm

Art - DARLUN 2,3 24 Sept2012

Mon / Fri1.00pm / 10.00am

Art 1,2 30 Sept2012

Thurs10.00am

Wed10.00am

Thurs10.00am

Art 3 30 Sept2012

Wed2.00pm

Jewellery Making 1,2,3 30 Sept

2012Thurs

5.30pmWed

6.00pm

Make Do and Mend 1 30 Sept

2012Tue

1.00pm

Stained Glass/Mosaics E,1,2 30 Sept

2012Thurs

10.00amWed

12.30pm

Wood Carving E,1 30 Sept2012

Thursam + pm

BritishSignLanguage

BritishSignLanguage

These courses are suitable for people who wish to communicate effectively with the Deaf. In particular, to those with family and friends or working in the care profession. Also ideal for those whose work involves front-line contact with the public.

Accreditationavailable:OCN units


Course Level Weeks StartDate Afan College

GlynneathTC

MillandRoad

SandfieldsCEC

BSL 1 30 Sept 2012 Tue10.00am

Mon5.00pm

BSL 1 30 Sep 2012 Mon7.00pm

BSL 2 30 Sept 2012 Thurs 7.00pm

Mon6.00pm

Tue4.30pm

BSL 2 30 Sept 2012 Thurs 5.00pm

ChildcareChildren’sCareLearningandDevelopmentQCFDiplomaLevel2andLevel3An opportunity to gain a recognised qualification

for those caring for children up to sixteen years of age. Group sessions provide the underpinning knowledge to complement practice and assist the development of your personal evidence portfolio for assessment. Students must attend a work placement (also assessed) for this programme of study and have a current CRB disclosure. (Up to 2 intakes per year depending on numbers.)

Introduction to ChildcareA practical course preparing students for the

level 2 Diploma looking at children’s social, emotional, physical and creative development.

Child’s PlayWould you like to help your child learn through

Play? Topics including identifying the benefits of play, creating a puppet show and many more.

Child PsychologyA practical course that uses experiments and

case studies to understand the relationship between parent and child.

Topicsinclude:Language development to understand how

children develop language from birth. Gender: What makes us masculine or feminine?

Does the media play a part?Course can lead to level 2 and level 3

qualifications

PhonicsA short OCN accredited course to introduce

phonics. An opportunity to find out how phonics are used in schools and at home. This course is available on demand - please contact us on 01639 898581 for more information.

Childcare


Course Level Weeks StartDate BevinAvenue Cyberzone GlynneathTC NeathYMCA Taibach

Introduction to Childcare 2 8 Sept 2012 TBA Wed 12.45pm

CCLD NVQ 2 36 Sept 2012 TBA Thur 12.45pm

CCLD NVQ 3 52 Sept 2012 Wed 9.30am Tue 12.45pm

Child Psychology 2 8 TBC Mon 1.00pm

Child’s Play 1 30 Sept 2012 Thurs 12.45pm Mon 12.45pm

Computers

ComputersandIT


Rescuing,MaintainingandUpgradingyour ComputerThe course deals with protecting your computer,

using free antivirus and firewall. It also informs you what to do if things have already gone wrong!

You will find out what goes on inside the box. You will learn about how to do simple upgrades and replace malfunctioning hardware, how to install software and set up peripherals such as printers.

You will learn about downloading software, establishing email accounts and good file management practice.

ITOurITcoursescoverarangeoftopicsat varyinglevelsincluding:Word Processing Desktop PublishingSpreadsheets DatabasesPresentations Internet and Email

If you are a beginner, want to brush up your skills for work or want to learn more about the internet, try one of our classes!

ITQITQ is a nationally recognised course. If you

pass an ITQ course it shows employers you can use the main applications on a computer.

NEW - Get your head in the CloudA practical accredited course looking at what is

meant by the term ‘Cloud Computing’.

The course will include: How to protect you and your family online; How to store documents and photos in the cloud; Online banking; Shopping online; Social Media and Networking etc

You will learn about downloading software, establishing email accounts and good file management practice.

NEW - Introduction to iPadsiPads have revolutionised the way we learn and

work.

Learn the basics of using an iPad: connect to iTunes; download apps; get your emails and calendar set up on the iPad and much, much more!


ComputersandIT

Course Level StartDate Weeks Cwmafan

Library Cyberzone DOVE Glynneath TC

Neath YMCA

TaibachCEC

Computer basics 1,2 Sept2012 30 Wed

1.30pmTue

12.30pmFri

9.15amThurs

9.15amThur

10.00am

Computer basics 1,2 Sept2012 30 Thur

5.00pmFriday

9.15amFri

12.00pmThur

11.30amMon

6.00pm

ITQ 2 Sept2012 36 Thurs

9.30amRescuing, Maintaining and Upgrading your

ComputerE,1,2

Sept2012 30

Mon 11.00am Tue

2.15pmMon

5.00pm

IT 1,2 Sept2012 30 Mon

6.30pmMon

10.00am

Cloud Computing 1 Sept2012 30 Mon

4.00pm TBC

Intro to iPads 1 Sept 2012 6 TBC TBC

Course StartDate Weeks Canolfan

MaerdyResolven

ICC Rhiwfawr SandfieldsCEC

IT 1,2 Sept2012 30 Thurs

10.00amTue

6.00pm

Computers 1,2 Sept2012 30 Mon

10.00amMon

1.00pmTue

10.00am

Computers 1,2 Sept2012 30 Wed

6.00pmFri

11.30am

Computers for the Deaf 1,2 Sept

2012 30 Tue1.30pm

Computers You will be introduced gently to the

fascinating world of the computer. You will gain confidence in both using the computer and making the most of its many useful features. This will include word processing, desktop publishing, web browsing and E mail. You may even like to give free online video link a try out!

If you are an absolute beginner with using a computer or want to brush up on your skills this is the class for you. From switching the computer ‘on’ to taming the mouse – it’s all covered. If you are looking for employment this course can help you gain necessary skills on using the computer.

Cooking Essentials

Cooking

JamieOliver’sHomeCookingSkillsThe course consists of over 80 recipes, all

divided into manageable sections and covering key topics from eggs and baking to vegetables and quick-cook meats. This is all supported by a range of fact sheets dealing with other basics and essentials such as:

Kitchen basics: what equipment you need and the best way to stock your store cupboard, fridge and freezer; Food safety and hygiene: knife safety, fridge management and rotation.

How to shop cleverly: shopping lists, seasonal food, planning ahead.

Ingredients: preparation, how to understand confusing food labels.

BakingisapieceofCake!Learn how to bake home made breads, pastries,

cakes and biscuits.

Course Level Weeks StartDate Cyberzone DOVEGlynneath TrainingCentre

LlangatwgCS

NeathCollege

TaibachCEC

NSABevinAve

Neath YMCA

Jamie Oliver's Home Cooking Skills 1,2 10,15 Sept 2012 TBC Tue / Thur

4.00pm / 1.00pm TBC

Baking is a piece of Cake 1 30 Sept 2012 Fri

1.00pm

Cooking for Health 1,2 30 Sept 2012 Mon / WedCooking for the hard

of Hearing 1,2 30 Sept 2012 Wed3.45pm

Healthy Eating 1,2 30 Sept 2012 Tue5.00pm

Confidence to Cook E,1 10 Sept, Jan, March

Tue 9.30am

Food Safety Award 2 2 Rolling programme TBC Mon

9.30am

Food Safety Award for Supervisors 3 20 Sept 2012 Wed

5.45pm TBC


Cooking

ConfidencetoCookLearn the basics of cookery in a fun, friendly environment.Skills and topics include:Basic Health and Safety, Basic Food Hygiene,

Basic Food preparation, Use of kitchen equipment etc

There will be a range of recipes made over this 10 week course.

HealthyEatingWould you like to learn more about healthy eating. This course incorporates information on nutrition whilst allowing you to make a healthy recipe every

week.There will also be the opportunity to go swimming after the class.

CookingforHealthThis course is designed to improve cooking

techniques and skills using a wide variety of ingredients and increase health and safety awareness in food preparation and cooking. No prior knowledge is required.Course Level Weeks StartDate Cyberzone DOVE

Glynneath TrainingCentre

LlangatwgCS

NeathCollege

TaibachCEC

NSABevinAve

Neath YMCA

Jamie Oliver's Home Cooking Skills 1,2 10,15 Sept 2012 TBC Tue / Thur

4.00pm / 1.00pm TBC

Baking is a piece of Cake 1 30 Sept 2012 Fri

1.00pm

Cooking for Health 1,2 30 Sept 2012 Mon / WedCooking for the hard

of Hearing 1,2 30 Sept 2012 Wed3.45pm

Healthy Eating 1,2 30 Sept 2012 Tue5.00pm

Confidence to Cook E,1 10 Sept, Jan, March

Tue 9.30am

Food Safety Award 2 2 Rolling programme TBC Mon

9.30am

Food Safety Award for Supervisors 3 20 Sept 2012 Wed

5.45pm TBC


FoodSafetyAwardThe EDI Food Safety Award is an

industry recognised qualification and has been developed with the Sector Skills Councils.

Under UK legislation, anyone who handles food as part of their job role must be supervised and instructed and/or trained in food hygiene relevant to their job role.

This award is available at level 1, 2 and 3 for both the Catering Industry and the Retail Industry.

Available throughout the year in various locations, please call 01639 898581 to find out when and where.

ConstructionPlumbingWould you like to learn the basics of plumbing

maintenance? Well this is the course for you! In 20 weeks you will gain sufficient knowledge to understand how to fault find and repair various taps and valves within your own home!’

PlasteringWould you like to develop skills and knowledge

about plastering?Topics include fixing of plaster sheet materials,

internal solid work, preparing a safe working area and a surface for plastering. Prepare, fix and skim plasterboard, fix coving and dado to an acceptable standard, efficient working practices and health and safety.

BrickworkLearners will develop skills in building half brick

and one brick walls, corners and stopped ends. Essential knowledge for the craft of bricklaying.

Topics include brick and block walling, materials handling, wall details, groundwork, preparing a safe working area, efficient working practices and Health and Safety.

Suitable for learners at all levels.

Construction

Course Level Weeks Start Milland Llangatwg

Plastering E,1 20 Sept 2012May 2013

Mon 5.00pm

Plastering E,1 20 Sept 2012May 2013

Tue 5.00pm

Plumbing E,1 20 Sept 2012 Mon5.00pm

Brickwork E,1 20 Sept 2012May 2013

Mon 5.00pm

Brickwork E,1 20 Sept 2012May 2013

Tue 5.00pm


PersonalDevelopmentHelpaChildwithReadingOCNLevel2Learn how to make reading an enjoyable

experience for your own children and other children within the school environment.

The Level 2 learning programme will teach you the necessary skills to help children’s reading, as well as giving you practical experience of using these skills

The main topics you will cover are; Jolly Phonics (sounds letters make), Book Levelling (choosing appropriate books at the correct level) and Reading Strategies (the skills children need to work words out for themselves).

Please call us on 01639 898581 to find out which school in your area is running this programme.

BetterReadingOCNLevel3On the level 3 learning programme you will learn

how to use the Better Reading scheme and you will set up a reading partnership with children in school. This scheme has helped improve children’s reading ages by 8 months after they have been involved in a 10 week reading partnership.

Please contact us on 01639 898581 for more information.

ReturntoLearnAn informal class for adults who would like help

to improve their essential skills.

LiteracyThe course helps learners to read and

understand. It covers writing skills including grammar and spelling. Times may vary according to needs of learners. Evening classes available on demand.

Follows City & Guilds and OCN criteria.Alsoavailable:Numeracy&IT

SkillsforLifeandWorkSuitable for learners of all ages and at all stages

of their working lives. We teach the skills needed to gain and retain a job in challenging times.

Topics include Confidence Building, Money Management, Job Applications, Interview Skills and loads more!

Planning ahead for Christmas Topics include: Budgeting, Tips for saving,

Making your own decorations, cards, gifts etc. Making the most of yourself, Buying and Selling on eBay etc

EssentialSkills

Course Level Weeks StartDate Cyberzone Cymmer CS

Glynneath TC

Neath YMCA

NSABevin

Pontardawe College

ResolvenICC

TaibachCEC

Planning ahead for Christmas 1 5 Nov 2012 TBC TBC Wed

1.00pm

Return To Learn E 36 Sept 2012 Thurs 10.00am

Return To Learn Reading and Writing E 30 Sept 2012 Mon

9.30am

Skills for Life and Work 1 8 Sept, Jan,

AprilWed

9.30amFri

12.30pmMon

12.30pmMon

10.00amTue

12.30pmFri

9.30am


DigitalPhotographyandImagingDigitalImagingforPhotographers

(Beginners) This course is for absolute beginners. Digital Imaging is all about what to do with the captured image. You will be introduced to Photoshop. Topics include: importing of images, basic image adjustment, digital enhancement of images, and preparing images for print and email. It is highly recommended that those attending this course should be familiar with using the windows interface, mouse and keyboard.

DigitalImagingforPhotographers(Improvers)

This course is a progression from the Digital Imaging for beginner’s course or for those have sufficient experience to join this course.

DigitalImageEditing/Photoshop This course is for those that really want to take

their digital imaging to a higher level. Whilst this course is still aimed at digital photographers and not graphic artists it will prove popular with those that wish to take their imaging beyond the norm.

DigitalPhotography&ImagingforBeginners

This combined course is ideal for those that wish to combine learning about both aspects of

capture and imaging. It is a combination of both Digital Photography for Beginners and Digital Imaging for Photographers (beginners).

DigitalPhotographyforBeginners This course is for absolute beginners. If you

have recently bought or been given a digital camera this is the course you. You will learn all about your camera and its capabilities. You will also learn how to compose and take photographs in a variety of settings.

You will learn how to get the best from the camera, how to get you photographs into a computer, or to carry out basic editing of photographs and how to save original images and archive images.

DigitalPhotographyforImprovers This course is for those who have either already completed the digital photography for beginners course or already have some experience of using cameras.

DigitalPhotographyAdvanced This course is aimed at the serious

photographer. It is ideally suited to those that know and use SLR cameras, advanced bridge cameras and advanced compact cameras.

Photography


DigitalPhotographyandImaging

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Course Level Weeks StartDate Cyberzone DOVE Neath

YMCASandfields

CECTaibach

CEC

Digital Image Editing/ Photoshop 1,2 30 Sept

2012Wed

3.00pmThurs

5.00pm

Digital Photography 1,2 30 Sept2012

Wed5.00pm

Wed 12.30pm

Digital Photography(Advanced) 3 30 Sept

2012Tue

5.00pmWed

10.00am

Digital Photography and Imaging (Beginners) 1 30 Sept

2012Tues

2.15pm

Digital Photography and Imaging (Beginners) 1 15 Spring

2013

Digital Imaging for Photographers

(Beginners/Improvers)1,2 30 Sept

2012Fri

12.30pm

Digital Imaging for Photographers 1,2 30 Sept

2012Thurs

2.15pmMon

5.30pmMon

3.00pm

FloristryandHorticultureHorticultureWould you like to learn basic gardening skills

and how to grow your own food with organic principles in mind.

In the last few weeks of the autumn term we join the woodwork group and make something for Christmas.

OCNFloristryTechniquesGain an Open College Network (OCN)

qualification in flower arranging. This course provides an insight into flower arranging for pleasure.

C&GCreativeSkillsinFloristryBecome a qualified Florist, with the business

skills needed to run your own floristry shop or learn how to put together professional displays for weddings, funerals and other events.

This course gives you the skills you need for employment and equips you with the skills to produce professional designs from hand-ties and bouquets to weddings and floral tributes. The courses also include the basic skills required when running a floristry business.

GardeningThis course is more physically demanding and

includes a wide range of practical skills such as strimming, pond clearance, brick laying, gardening and woodwork.

FloristryandHorticulture

Course Level Weeks StartDate BrynglasFarm Neath BevinAve TaibachCEC TheCross

Floristry Techniques 1,2 30 Sept 2012 Wed 6.30pm Thurs 6.30pm Wed

10.00am Tue 6.30pm

C&G’s Creative in

Floristry2 24 Sept 2012 Tue 9.30am

Horticulture E,1 30 Sept 2012 Thurs am & pm

Gardening E,1 30 Sept 2012 Fri am & pm


Health&WellbeingTaiChiAn ancient Chinese martial art form, Tai Chi is

also used for its health promoting properties. This ancient art teaches precision and distinctive

movement to improve posture, inner calm and stimulates the mind to improve performance at work or study.

These courses are mixed ability, and suitable for all ages and levels of experience.

HealthandSafetyThe Health and Safety Award Level 2 is an

industry recognised qualification.If you’re looking for work this is an excellent

course to do.

HygieneforSalonsThe aim of the qualification is to equip salon staff

with the knowledge and understanding required to help ensure the safety of their clients, and of themselves and their colleagues, through the use of safe and hygienic practices and procedures within the salon.

HealthandWellbeing

Course Level Weeks StartDate BevinAve DOVE Glynneath

TCNeath YMCA

TheCross

Tai Chi 1/2/3 30 Sept 2012

Mon/Tue6.30pm TBC Wed

6.30pm

Health and Safety 2 2 Sept

2012Mon

9.30am TBC

Hygiene for Salons 2 3 Oct 2012 Mon

9.30am


LanguagesandESOL

Languages

ESOL:EnglishforSpeakersofOtherLanguages.Improve your English skills on a course which

teaches the language as used in everyday work, study and leisure situations, in a relaxed atmosphere.

ESOLcoursescover:• speaking and listening• reading and writing• vocabulary• punctuation and grammar

ImprovingyourEnglishwillmakeiteasierto:

• talk to doctors and teachers• help your child with homework

There are courses at different levels so you will be able to start at the right level for you.

Note: These courses do not satisfy the requirements for the Application of Citizenship as specified by the Home Office. Formoreinformationpleasesee:http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/britishcitizenship/applying/applicationtypes/naturalisation/kol/esol-with-citizenship/

FrenchPortuguese Italian SpanishGuidelinesforlevels(French,Italian,PortugueseandSpanish):

Level1-Aimed to prepare beginners with the basics required to communicate effectively

No previous knowledge needed.

Level2-For those who have achieved level 1 or have spoken or studied the language in

the past.

Level3- Learners at this level should be able to understand and communicate effectively but still have a limited range.


Languages


Afan College

Central Infants DOVE Llangatwg

CSMillandRd

Neath Library

PontardaweCollege

Queen Street

TaibachCEC

TheCross

ESOL E 24 Sept 2012

Tue10.00am

Wed1.00pm

French 1,2 30 Sept 2012

Mon 5.30pm

Fri 2.00pm

Fri 1.30pm

French 1,2 30 Sept 2012

Sat/Thurs

Italian 2,3 30 Sept 2012

Wed 6.00pm

SpanishBeginners 1 30 Sept

2012Tue

9.00amFri

2.00pmMon

10.00am

Spanish 2/3 30 Sept 2012

Thurs7.00pm

Tue9.15am

Mon 5.00pm

Fri 11.15am

Spanish 3 30 Sept 2012

Tue 11.30am

Tue 1.30pm

Portuguese 1 30 Sept 2012

Tue 6.30pm


Electronic KeyboardsHave you ever wanted to learn how to play the

keyboard? Classes are fun and friendly, with mixed levels in every class. You will learn the basics of how to operate a keyboard, chords and voicing options as well as basic music theory.

For the more advanced players there are opportunities to learn about composition, harmony and simple improvisation techniques.

Learn to play the guitarThis course offers the theory and practical

aspects of playing the guitar together with maintenance of the instrument for best results.

Learn how to read guitar tablature (TAB), play basic chords for basic melodies from TAB set against classic and popular songs.

MusicTheoryGrade 1 - 6 Music Theory, accredited Associated

Board & OCN qualifications offered. A challenging course, learn basic harmony, figured bass, composition & and increase your general musical knowledge. UCAS points awarded with the AB course.

ABRSMPianoThe Associated Board of the Royal Schools of

Music is an internationally recognised system of exams and assessments to encourage and motivate players at all levels.

We offer learners the chance to prepare for their exams in a relaxed group setting.

All courses are theory based with the opportunity of practical tuition included.

Music


Music

Course Level Weeks StartDate Pontardawe College

SandfieldsCEC

Neath YMCA

Canolfan Maerdy

BevinAvenue

Electronic Keyboards 1,2,3 30 Sept 2012 Wed

10.00Fri

10.00

Guitar 1,2,3 30 Sept 2012 Tue6.00pm

Wed6.00pm

Mon6.00pm

Piano - Grade 1Theory 1 30 Sept 2012 Thurs

9.30amPiano - Grade 2

Theory 1 36 Sept 2012 Tue1.00pm

Piano - Grade 3 Theory 1 36 Sept 2012 Mon

1.00pmPiano - Grade 5

Theory 2 36 Sept 2012 Mon9.30am

Piano - Grade 6 Theory 2 36 Sept 2012 Tue

9.30amPiano - Mixed

Practical 2 36 Sept 2012 Wed9.30am

Piano - Mixed Practical 3 36 Sept 2012 Wed

1.00pmPiano - Mixed

Practical 1 36 Sept 2012 Thurs9.30am

Piano - Mixed Practical 2 36 Sept 2012 Thurs

1.00pmAurals & Music Appreciation Workshop

3 36 Sept 2012 Fri12.30pm


LifeSkillsLife skills 1Suitable for learners with learning difficulties or

recovering from mental illness or head injuries/stroke. The classes follow basic courses in woodwork and horticulture and emphasis is placed on social interaction with other people.

Life skills 2Suitable for learners with learning difficulties or

recovering from mental illness or head injuries/stroke. The classes follow basic courses in crafts, culture, gardening and cookery. Emphasis is placed on social interaction with other people.

LifeSkills


BrynglasFarm

Caewern CC

Neath YMCA

TaibachCEC

Lifeskills 1 E 30 Sept 2012

Thursam + pm


Friam + pm


Wed7.00pm

Mon9.30am

Thurs9.30am


Mon12.30pm

Thurs12.30pm


ASLevelsandGCSEs

Subjectsavailable: ASLevelA one year course to gain a AS level following

the AQA syllabus.Some follow up work at home will be required in

order to complete the course in one year.

GCSE(WJEC)A one year course to gain a GCSE following the WJEC syllabus. This class is suitable for all

abilities.Some follow up work at home will be required in


GCSE(AQA)PsychologyA one year course to gain a GCSE following the AQA syllabus. This class is suitable for all

abilities.Some follow up work at home will be required in


Qualifications

Course Level Weeks StartDate Croeserw Glynneath HWBYstalyfera

ResolvenICC

TaibachCEC

AS Level Psychology 3 30 Sept 2012 Tue 9.30am

GCSE English Language 2 30 Sept 2012 Tue

5.00pmThurs

12.00pmWed

12.15pm

GCSE English Literature 2 30 Sept 2012 Tue 7.00pm

GCSE Maths 2 30 Sept 2012 Mon 5.00pm

Thurs 5.00pm

Thurs 9.15am

Wed 9.30am

GCSE Psychology 2 30 Sept 2012 Wed 10.00am



Counselling

CounsellingSkillsWould you like to learn more about the skills

required to be a good listener?

Topicsinclude:Active ListeningReflectingParaphrasingThis course is an excellent introduction to the role of a counsellor, if you are thinking about working in an advice/guidance role or even if you work closely with the public.

Psychology and Counselling

Psychology

Criminal Psychology

This course introduces the learner to the concept of applying psycholgy to crime. The relationship between mental disorder and crime will be explored.

PsychologyofSelling

This course covers Sales techniques, tips and tricks on the psychology of effective sales.

GCSEPsychologySee pg 29

Child PsychologySee pg 13


NSABevin

Coleg Pontardawe

Neath YMCA

TaibachCEC

Counselling Skills 1 8 Sept

2012Mon

5.00pm TBC

Criminal Psychology 2 8 Sept

2012Thur

6.30pm TBC TBC

Psychology of Selling 1 8 Sept

2012Wed

6.00pm


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