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The personal development programme provides a range of
study opportunities that are designed to help you to develop as a
person and gain confidence in your everyday life and in new
activities. Many courses will support you as an employee to gain
new skills and become more effective.
Some courses are related to an occupation and provide the
opportunity to gain a qualification.
We try to offer a range of courses with the emphasis on
progression and continued learning throughout life to support you
in your personal and professional development.
This year we have more 'taster' and short courses so you can try
something new and remember our slogan - forget the diet, exercise
your mind!
Book keeping and accounting
Whether you want a career change or just want to keep the best
household accounts ever, bookkeeping is for you. We have a
comprehensive suite of courses that allow you to focus on either
just manual accounting or the option to include computerised
bookkeeping/accounting.
Computerised bookkeeping, using Sage Line 50 software, is
generally required by employers so is an ideal programme if you are
preparing to enter employment.
Management
Some good managers are born but most are trained.
Team Leading Introductory Certificate Level 2
is for those working or wanting to work at team leader level (that
means planning and monitoring the completion of tasks with a
team).
Management Introductory Certificate Level 3 is for those
working or wanting to work at first line management level (that
means managing a small team, their performance and development and
any change)
These courses are accredited by the Chartered Management
Institute (CMI) which is recognised in the workplace and are a
progression route to further management training. They are 16 weeks
long with a final submission of a written assignment. Each course
will require commitment and some self-study, ideally creating links
with your job and improving what you do at work.
We also offer a range of one-day courses for those not looking
for a qualification but wanting to gain confidence in specific
areas of management.
Counselling
We have been delivering counselling training for more than 20
years. Our tutors are practising counsellors and our courses are
recognised by approved accreditation bodies.
Introductory courses, accredited by AQA, are 16 weeks long and
you can choose either a general introductory programme in
counselling skills and concepts or a course specifically aimed at
those working with children and young people. We advise you to take
an introductory course before enrolling on a one-year programme,
particularly if you have no previous counselling experience.
If you want to study counselling further, you can progress to
the Certificate in Counselling Skills followed by counselling
studies. These are one-year programmes accredited by the
Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB). Please
contact the programme manager for counselling courses in your area
and advice on entry requirements and progression routes before
enrolling on a course at this level.
Teaching assistant
Teaching assistants make a real difference to children's lives
and can have a positive effect on grades. The OCR Certificates for
Teaching Assistant Qualifications at Level 2 and 3 are nationally
recognised and provide essential knowledge and skills for those
working as teaching assistants in either a paid or voluntary
capacity.
The courses are for one year and it is essential to have a
school placement to support your learning. The level three course
is more appropriate for teaching assistants with experience in a
paid role and the level two is more suitable for those with less
experience or those planning to work in this field. A pre-course
assessment is held to confirm that the course you have chosen is
suitable for you and a range of study support is available.
We also offer introductory courses at level one accredited by
the Open College Network. These short courses cover strategies for
supporting children with literacy and numeracy and are suitable for
parents or classroom volunteers working with children at Key Stage
1 and 2.
Specialist courses for teaching assistants who wish to acquire
further skills and knowledge in specific areas of their work, such
as behaviour management or supporting specific learning
difficulties, are available in some centres. These courses are at
level three for 16 weeks and are accredited by the Open College
Network.
British Sign Language (BSL)
If you have a hearing loss and wish to study sign language, the
tuition is free if your course is over 20 hours. There is also a
50% concession on tuition charges if you have a close family member
who is deaf.
Learning sign language is interesting, challenging and can be
very rewarding. We offer qualifications which are accredited by the
Council for the Advancement of Communication with Deaf People
(CACDP) which is recognised by employers.
The CACDP Sign Language Level 1 course is a one-year moderately
intensive course that prepares you for a short one-to-one
assessment with your tutor at the end of each of three units. If
you are successful you gain a Level 1 Certificate in BSL.
The CACDP Sign Language Level 2 is a one-year course comprising
three units. If you are successful you gain Level 2 Certificate in
BSL.
New this year are Deaf Awareness courses leading to a Level 1
CACDP Certificate.
We also offer non-accredited Sign Language courses to offer you
a short introduction or something to bridge the gap between Level 1
and Level 2.
Lipreading
If you suffer from a hearing loss, learning to lipread will give
you confidence and improve communication with family, friends and
work colleagues.
Lipreading courses are 10 weeks long and you will learn vital
communication tactics and be given advice about equipment that may
assist you.
These courses are free. Students can enrol onto subsequent 10 week
courses to continue with their studies and new students may join at
any time throughout the year if there is a place available.
Self development
What does 'self development' mean - bodybuilding? No it's a
range of courses to help you to develop both personal and work
skills. Our short courses could change your perspective on life,
make you smile and they will certainly make you think about
yourself.
Courses such as life laundry: de-clutter your life, confidence
building, stress management could improve your ability to cope with
difficult or demanding situations. Why not try public speaking or
assertiveness and if it is bodybuilding you are looking for try the
fitness section!
Learn with the children
The personal development 'learn with the children' programme
offers an opportunity for adults and children to experience the fun
of learning together.
We have a range of activities which are informative, practical
and enjoyable. The courses offered include rocket science and
wildlife detectives. Why not come along with your children - it's
not rocket science…or is it?
Parenting
KAES has a countywide programme of courses for parents and
carers of children which can be offered in schools, community
venues or our adult education centres.
These courses are not about being the perfect parent but they do
provide an opportunity to address practical day-to-day issues.
Topics include learning through play, understanding children's
behaviour, bullying, communication and confidence for parents. For
more information and details of the courses offered in your area
contact your local programme manager for parenting or your
community learning manager. |