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Councillor John Ennis, Lead Councillor for Education and Children’s Services

WelcomeIt gives me great pleasure to recommend the courses New Directions and the Reading Informal Adult Learning Network partners are offering to you as a potential learner. New Directions have new classes in several languages as well as GCSE English & Maths, Childminding, ESOL e-learning and Introductory Certificate to Environmental Awareness & Sustainable Development.

Enrolment is quick and easy to follow. It is very helpful to see online if places are available for a particular course when it is time to enrol. The atmosphere is friendly and the tutors are trained and experienced in teaching the many subjects on offer.

New Directions is an excellent organisation that has helped thousands of Reading people achieve results in courses and help them succeed in a new career. New Directions has also contributed to hours of enjoyment and leisure in courses that enhance hobbies and entertainment.

Regrettably we have had to end the concessions on LeisureCourses to ensure that other courses are still subsidised for vulnerable learners.

Please take a look at the courses and enjoy your learning; you’ll find the course sessions valuable, fun and educational.

Every care has been taken to ensure that all of the information contained in this course guide is accurate at the time of printing.

This course guide has been produced by Reading Borough Council and the Reading Informal Adult Learning Network.

Printed by Lamport Gilbert This course guide is printed on paper sourced from certified sustainable forests.

To get this course guide in larger print and other formats, please call 0345 842 0012 or visit www.reading.gov.uk/adultlearning

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Councillor John Ennis, Lead Councillor for Education and Children’s Services and Learning Support Worker Lisa with her award presented at the New Directions Celebration Event.

Learning for Work, Leisure & Life...

ContentsCourses at New Directions 4-27 Visual & Performing Arts 4-7Information Technology 8-11Health & Lifestyle 12-14Eat4Health 12Craft & Music Circles 14-15Languages 15-17Professional Studies 18Vocational Training & Development 19-22Employment Services 23-24Help with English & Maths 26English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) 26New Courses & Volunteering 27

Courses at Reading College 28-38 Art, Fashion & Graphics 28-29Media & Photography 30-32Music & Performing Arts 32Construction 33Hair & Therapy 33-35English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) 35Modern Foreign Languages 35-37

Teacher Training & Business 37Preparing for Life & Work 38

Courses at Ruskin College 39Courses at Museum of English Rural Life 40Courses at Reading Sport & Leisure 41-42Courses at WEA Reading 43-48Courses at Graft Thames Valley 49Courses at Spark EduCare Learning Centre 50Courses at Step Forward 50Courses at Reading Community Learning Centre 51-52Courses at Reading Museum & Town Hall 52 Information & Advice - New Directions 53-54What Fees Do I Pay - New Directions 55-56Choosing the Right Course - New Directions 57-58How to join a course 59-61Venue Maps & Details 62-63

New Directions/Reading Borough Council is continually evaluating its services to meet the needs of its learners. As a consequence, courses, fees, timings, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.

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Courses at New Directions

Focusing on topics such as landscapes, still life and illustration. Classes include demonstrations and are designed to help the beginner and stretch the more experienced.

Focusing on topics such as landscapes, still life and illustration. Classes include demonstrations and are designed to help the beginner and stretch the more experienced.

Learn how to produce beautiful Chinese Brush Paintings.

Art in the Morning Art In The Afternoon Chinese Brush PaintingArt in the Morning cont’d

Tuesday 21 February 201209:30 - 11:30 • 15 weeksHamilton Road Centre

Wednesday 22 February 201212:00 - 14:00 • 15 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Tuesday 21 February 201214:30 - 16:30 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre



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Fee £172

Arts

New Directions Centres

Visual & Performing Arts

Central Reading Centre, 2nd Floor, Reading Central Library, Abbey Square, Reading, RG1 3BQNorth Reading Centre, Archway Road, Caversham, Reading, RG4 8HXSouth Reading Centre, 330 Northumberland Avenue, Reading, RG2 8DHThe Avenue Centre, Conwy Close, Tilehurst, Reading, RG30 4BZHamilton Road Centre, 135 Bulmershe Road, Reading, RG1 5SG

For further information call New Directions on 0345 842 0012or visit: www.newdirectionsreading.co.uk

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This course introduces you to basic drawing skills. You will use a range of materials which will help you as a complete beginner or if you want to brush up on your leisure drawing skills.

Learn the art of drawing and painting the human figure, including life drawing; using charcoal, conte, pastels and acylics. Mixed ability course.

Learn the art of watercolour painting. This course will help the beginner to get started and stretch those who already have some experience.

Learn how to make accurate templates, choose colours, mark and cut out, prepare fabrics for sewing, and choose suitable sewing methods.

Stained glass panels and window making - use traditional techniques and materials.

Introduction To Drawing

Drawing & Painting the Face & Figure

Watercolour Mixed Ability

Patchwork & Quilting Beginners/Improvers

Stained Glass



Tuesday 21 February 201214:00 - 16:00 • 15 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Monday 20 February 201219:30-21:30 • 15 weeksNorth Reading Centre


Thursday 23 February 201214:30 - 16:30 • 15 weeksSouth Reading Centre

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Fee £205

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Crafts

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Gain knowledge and use traditional techniques to turn your item into something special.

Gain knowledge and use traditional techniques to turn your item into something special.

Upholstery

Upholstery Summer Course

Tuesday 21 February 201219:30-21:30 • 15 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Mon 9 - Weds 11 July 201209:30-15:30 • 3 daysSouth Reading Centre

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Code SRFC017R

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Level 1-4

Fee £165

Fee £91

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Fashion Design

Digital Photography

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See also Digital Photography in the IT section.

To enrol now call New Directions on 0345 842 0012or enrol online at www.newdirectionsreading.co.uk

This course will build on previous knowledge and skills and develop techniques in portraiture.

If you have a digital SLR camera and want to learn the basics and get good quality pictures, then this is the course for you!

This course will build on skills learnt in the beginner course or improve techniques used by a self-taught photographer.

These courses are for mixed levels and are individually taught. Learn about fabrics, techniques and using a sewing machine in a very supportive atmosphere.

Start at the very beginning. You will be taught how to choose a pattern and fabric, how to lay out fabric and cut accurately, fitting, how to thread and use a sewing machine. By the end of the course you will have made a simple garment.

If you have a digital camera and want to learn the basics and get good quality pictures, then this is the course for you!

Digital SLR Cameras Portraiture

Digital SLR Cameras For Beginners

Digital SLR Camera Broaden Your Horizons

Dressmaking For All

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Dressmaking For Beginners

Digital Cameras For Beginners

Thursday 12 January 201219:30-21:30 • 5 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Thursday 23 February 201219:30-21:30 • 5 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Thursday 29 March 201219:30-21:30 • 5 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Monday 20 February 201219:30 - 21:30 • 15 weeksNorth Reading Centre


Thursday 23 February 201219:30 - 21:30 • 15 weeksNorth Reading CentreThursday 17 May 2012

19:30-21:30 • 5 weeksSouth Reading Centre

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DramaTheatre - Physical & Devised Performance

Monday 16 January 201218:30-20:30 • 5 weeksSouth Street Arts Centre

Code SSA617LLevel 1-4

Fee £70

An Introduction to Physical & Devised Performance. Cassie Friend is a Le Coq trained actress and artistic director of the award winning RedCape Theatre. This will be a practical introduction to physical theatre and devised performance.

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Jewellery

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Course level information can be found on page 57

Learn to kiln fuse unique stained glass pieces and make silver mounts to display them at their best.

Glass And Silver Jewellery

Wednesday 18 April 201219:30-21:30 • 10 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Code SRFC019RLevel 1-4

Fee £169

Concentrating mainly on polymer clay and beading techniques this course will introduce the skills you need to produce unique and colourful fashion jewellery at home.

Concentrating mainly on polymer clay and beading techniques this course will introduce the skills you need to produce unique and colourful fashion jewellery at home.

Develop Skills In Basic Jewellery Making

Jewellery Making For Beginners

Monday 16 April 201219:30-21:30 • 5 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Monday 27 February 201219:30-21:30 • 5 weeksSouth Reading Centre

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Level 1-4

Level 1-4

Fee £62

Fee £62

This course is for those who are currently studying, have completed City and Guilds Fashion 7922/23 or with high level fashion skills. You will learn advanced pattern cutting and sewing techniques.

Advanced Fashion

Thursday 23 February 201210:00-12:30 • 15 weeksNorth Reading Centre

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Fee £226

Pottery For All cont’d

Tuesday 21 February 201219:30-21:30 • 15 weeksNorth Reading Centre




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Join a friendly group and develop your pottery skills to produce a range of work using a variety of techniques. No experience necessary, but all levels welcome.

Pottery For All

Monday 20 February 201210:30:12:30 • 15 weeksNorth Reading Centre


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Information TechnologyFree First Step in IT for Complete Beginners

• Free 10 hour course • Use the keyboard and mouse• Search the Internet • Send Email

Free to learners with less than level 2 qualification

ICT Foundation Tier

• 30 hour course, leading to a qualification• Word Processing• File Management• Web Searching• Email

ITQ and European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

ECDL1*• Computer security• Basic concepts & managing files• Use of web & Email

ECDL2*• Word processing• Excel spreadsheets• PowerPoint presentation• Improving productivity

ECDL Advanced*

The following individual modules are available• Word processing• Excel spreadsheets• Access databases• PowerPoint presentations

Learn at your own pace with support from a tutor

For More InformationTo arrange your interview please call on 0345 842 0012

South Reading Centre330 Northumberland AvenueReading, RG2 8DH

West Reading CentreThe Avenue Centre, Conwy Close, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire RG30 4BZ

Course FeesCourse

First Step IT

ECDL1*

ECDL2*

Advanced ECDL per module

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£179

£341

£132

ICT Foundation Tier* £127

*Free for recipients of JSA/ESA (WRAG)

New Directions CentresCentral Reading Centre 2nd Floor, Reading Central LibraryAbbey Square, Reading, RG1 3BQ

North Reading CentreArchway Road, Caversham, Reading, RG4 8HX

*All candidates will require an interview. (Limited availability)


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New Directions - The Avenue Centre Course Code Courses First Day Second Day Start Date AVI750 ECDL1 ECDL2 Adv ECDL Tues 12:30-14:30 Weds 09:30-11:30 10 January 12

AVI753 ECDL1 ECDL2 Adv ECDL Tues 09:30-11:30 Thur 09:30-11:30 10 January 12

AVI752 First Steps OCR Mon 19:30-21:30 9 January 12

AVI754 First Steps OCR Fri 09:30-11:30 13 January 12

New Directions South Centre Course Code Courses First Day Second Day Start Date SRI764 ECDL1 ECDL2 Mon 09:30-11:30 Wed 09:30-11:30 9 January 12

SRI768 ECDL1 ECDL2 Mon 12:30-14:30 9 January 12

SRI771 ECDL1 ECDL2 Adv ECDL Tues 19:15-21:15 10 January 12

SRI769 First Steps OCR Wed 12.00-14:00 11 January 12

SRI765 ECDL1 ECDL2 Tues 09:30-11:30 Thur 09:30-11:30 10 January 12

SRI766 ECDL1 ECDL2 Adv ECDL Wed 14:45-16:45 11 January 12

SRI767 ECDL1 ECDL2 Adv ECDL Thur 19:30-21:30 12 January 12

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Creative IT

Learn the basics of Photoshop Elements, how to repair and correct your photos, use some special ‘artistic effects’, and compose a montage from your own photos.

Adobe Photoshop Basics

Wednesday 18 April 201219:30-21:30 • 10 weeksThe Avenue Centre

Wednesday 11 January 201219:30-21:30 • 10 weeksThe Avenue Centre

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Level 1-4

Level 1-4

Fee £115

Fee £115

Learn the basics of Photoshop Elements, how to repair and correct your photos, use some special ‘artistic effects’, and compose a montage from your own photos.

Adobe Photoshop Elements Basics

Wednesday 11 January 201211:45-13:45 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Wednesday 18 April 201211:45-13:45 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

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Level 1-4

Level 1-4

Fee £60

Fee £60

Friday 24 February 201212:00-14:00 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Friday 20 April 201212:00-14:00 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Friday 15 June 201212:00-14:00 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

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Level 1-4

Level 1-4

Fee £60

Fee £60

Fee £60

Introduction to basic web site design. Includes use of photoshop elements.

Creative Web Site Design

Friday 13 January 201212:00-14:00 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Code NRI803LLevel 1-4

Fee £60


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Beginners IT

Develop your computer skills and confidence using the internet, email and word processing. Ideal course for learners not requiring a qualification.

Computing For Beginners

Monday 9 January 201212:00-14:00 • 10 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Monday 16 April 201212:30-14:30 • 10 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Code NRI759L

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Level 1-4

Level 1-4

Fee £115

Fee £115

Digital Camera Workshopcont’d

Monday 11 June 201209:30-11:30 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Code NRI810LLevel 1-4

Fee £60

The features of your camera explained to help you improve your digital photography.

Digital Camera Workshop

Monday 9 January 201209:30-11:30 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre


Monday 16 April 201209:30-11:30 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Code NRI802L

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Level 1-4

Level 1-4

Level 1-4

Fee £60

Fee £60

Fee £60



Wednesday 7 March 201219:30-21:30 • 1 daySouth Reading Centre

Code SRH015LLevel 1-3

Free

These sessions give you the opportunity to cook a healthy meal.

Eat 4 Health

Wednesday 29 February 201219:30-21:30 • 1 daySouth Reading Centre

Code SRH014LLevel 1-3

Free

Healthy Cooking


Tips to give you energy for life

health factor?Have you got the

Get energised and max out

your life!!!

Welcome to let ’s get going!It feels great when you’ve got loads of energy, doesn’t it?When you’re full of energy, you can run around, play lots of games and have races with your friends. You can play your favourite sport like tennis, football, netball and cricket, and you can ride your bike for ages without getting tired.Having lots of energy makes you happy too. It means you feel healthy and strong so you get to do lots of fun things every day. And it means you will sleep really well at night so that you’re ready for more games the next day!And the best thing of all is that it’s really easy to feel healthy and get lots of energy.

Let’s find lots of energy!The best way to get energy is to eat special types of food. Yes, it’s that easy! If you eat certain types of food, you will feel healthy and be able to play lots of games and sports.

Call the ‘Let’s get going’ team on 0118 982 2939 for further information.Courses are limited to one per person.

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Wednesday 18 April 201219:30-21:30 • 1 daySouth Reading Centre

Wednesday 25 April 201219:30-21:30 • 1 daySouth Reading Centre

Wednesday 2 May 201219:30-21:30 • 1 daySouth Reading Centre

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Wednesday 13 June 201219:30-21:30 • 1 daySouth Reading Centre



Wednesday 4 July 201219:30-21:30 • 1 daySouth Reading Centre

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T’ai Chi consists of a series of slow controlled movements performed whilst standing.

For those new to yoga or preferring a more gentle pace. Yoga promotes a sense of wellbeing.

T’ai Chi

Yoga Hatha



Code NRH021L

Code NRH013L

Level 1-4

Level 1-4

Fee £129

Fee £129

T ’ai Chi

Yoga

Berkshire West Enrol online!newdirectionsreading.co.uk

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Introduction to navigation and safety awareness. Could be used as a refresher or for new sailors!

Royal Yachting Assosiation Navigation

Monday 16 April 201219:30-21:30 • 8 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Code SRFC020RLevel 1-4

Fee £276

Royal Yachting Assosiation

Saturday Textile Craft Circle at North Reading Centre


For those with some experience or who have gained Level 2. Includes wine samples, student pack and exam fees.

Award In Wine Tasting

Cookery & Wine

Health & Lifestyle

Wednesday 22 February 201219:30-21:30 • 15 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Code NRFC015RLevel 3

Fee £491

Build on your knowledge with new card play techniques and new conventions in bidding and defense.

Improve Your Bridge



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Level 2-4

Level 2-4

Fee £172

Fee £172

Bridge


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The Textile Craft Circle takes place on the second Saturday of each month from 10:30-12:30.

Bring along your own project or drop in to learn how to knit, crochet and embroider in a sociable creative group.There is a table suitable for layering quilts, and sewing machines for small tasks.

Drop in£2.50

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Languages

French

Chinese - MandarinGroups meet every other week and are aimed at those who enjoy music and would like to learn more about music in a friendly and sociable environment.

Friday Music Group2nd & 4th Friday each month at 19:00-21:00

Call Stephen Muir 0118 947 7508 or email [email protected]

Music Circles

Wednesday Music Group 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month 14:15-15:45

at North Reading Centre

French Beginners Semester 2


Code NRLF007LLevel A1

Fee £172

French Improvers


Code NRLF011LLevel A1/A2

Fee £172

French Intermediate


Code NRLF013LLevel B1

Fee £139

French Advanced Easy Pace


Code NRLF017LLevel B1

Fee £139

Introduction To Chinese - Mandarin

Thursday 19 April 201219:30-21:30 • 10 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Code SRLC204LLevel A1

Fee £117

French Advanced



Friday 24 February 201209:30 - 11:30 • 15 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Code NRLF015L

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Level B1/B2

Level B1/B2

Level B1/B2

Fee £172

Fee £139

Fee £139

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Italian Conversation

Italian Intermediate

Italian For The Holidays

Monday 20 February 201212:00-14:00 • 15 weeksCentral Reading Centre


Tuesday 17 April 201219:30-21:30 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Code CRLI051L

Code NRLI043L

Code NRLI206L

Level A2/B1

Level A2/B1

Level A1

Fee £172

Fee £172

Fee £62

ItalianItalian Beginners Semester 2

Italian Improvers



Code NRLI037L

Code NRLI041L

Level A1

Level A1/A2

Fee £172

Fee £139


German

German Advanced Easy Pace


Code NRLG035LLevel B2

Fee £139

German Beginners Semester 2

Tuesday 21 February 201219:30-21:30 • 15 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Code SRLG029LLevel A1

Fee £172

French For The Holidays

Tuesday 12 June 201219:30-21:30 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Code NRLF205LLevel A1

Fee £62

French Lunchtime Chat

Thursday 23 February 201212:30-13:30 • 15 weeksCentral Reading Centre

Code CRLF019LLevel B1

Fee £90

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French Conversation & Culture



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Level B1/B2

Fee £172

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SpanishPortugeseSpanish Beginners Semester 2

Spanish Improvers



Code NRLS063L

Code NRLS071L

Level A1

Level A1/A2

Fee £172

Fee £172

Spanish Advanced

Spanish Conversation



Code NRLS073L

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Level B1/B2

Level A2/B1

Fee £172

Fee £131

Course designed to give learners an introduction to deaf and deaf blind communication.

Deaf Awareness &Communication

Wednesday 18 April 201212:00-14:00 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Tuesday 12 June 201219:30-21:30 • 5 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Code NRLB209L

Code SRLB210L

Level A1

Level A1

Fee £62

Fee £62

A short beginners course themed around holiday vocabulary.

Spanish Culture & Conversation

Spanish For The Holidays


Thursday 14 June 201219:30-21:30 • 5 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Code NRLS075L

Code NRLS208L

Level B2

Level A1

Fee £172

Fee £62

Portugese For The Holidays

Wednesday 13 June 201219:30-21:30 • 5 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Code SRLP207LLevel A1

Fee £62




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Professional Studies Courses Interview & assessment are required before enrolling on any Professional Studies course.

Please come to an information session if you would like to know more. Please e-mail [email protected] to reserve your place or to request an application form.

Learner Advisor

This course aims to equip individuals working with adult learners with the skills and knowledge to provide information and advice on work, training and further learning. By the end of the course you can expect to have a better understanding of Information,

PTLLSPreparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector

CTLLSCertificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Tuesday 10 January 201212:30-15:00 • 12 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Thursday 19 April 201219:00-21:30 • 12 weeksNorth Reading Centre

Tuesday 10 January 201209:30 - 12:00 • 24 weeksSouth Reading Centre

Code NRT003F

Code NRT004F

Code SRT106F

Level 4

Level 4

Level 4

Fee £249

Fee £249

Fee £449

Teacher Training

Professional Studies

Suitable for trainers or as the first training step for teachers in the Lifelong Learning Sector.

Suitable for teachers in the Lifelong Learning Sector who are in an associate teaching role. To enrol on CTLLS you must have PTTLS and a minimum of 30 hours teaching practice.

On demandLevel 3

Advice and Guidance (IAG) and understand what makes for a good learning experience and have developed essential interviewing and research skills.


Reduced feesmay apply

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Learning for Work, Leisure & Life...Evening

Funding may be available depending on your circumstances.

1 February 2012 • 26 June 2012 • 18:00-20:00

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Vocational Training & Development at New Directions

Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools

Information Evening - South Reading Centre

Are you already working or volunteering in a school environment?Combination of assessment and classroom learning will give you an in-depth qualification for supporting learning in the school environment.

Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools - Level 2

Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools - Level 3

Workplace observation and classroom learning

Fee: Some funding may be available, full cost details on application.


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My Learning JourneySandra Huggins I completed a NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools . I have worked as a teaching assistant for many years and wanted to take the opportunity to gain a valuable vocational qualification that would reflect my years of work and at the same time update the knowledge needed for my role. I really enjoyed attending training alongside other teaching assistants, sharing our experiences and having a good laugh, while learning the best ways of working with the children in our care.

The part of my learning that I enjoyed the most was having the opportunity to mentor two young teaching assistants. I was able to use my experience and prior learning to help them achieve their NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 2. Their confidence has grown and they feel that they are more effective in their roles in the classroom.

The qualification helped me focus on the individual children within the school, St. Anne’s Catholic Primary School in Caversham; and how I can best meet their needs. It is a joy to work with the children and I now have the confidence to know that I am being effective. I can support the teacher’s planning and offer ideas, working as a team. Is there anything more rewarding that helping a child learn something new? Having had an opportunity to focus on my own learning I can now appreciate how exciting learning must be for children.

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Qualification for Children and Young People’s Workforce

Get the skills and experience to develop your career in child care in a wide range of settings. For a career working with children and young people, you need a qualification.

City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce

You work, or are about to work, as a nursery assistant, crèche worker or special educational needs assistant in a supporting role. You want to work with children, but you’ll generally work under supervision.


Children & Young People’s Workforce

Information Evening - South Reading Centre1 February 2012 • 4 July 2012 • 18:00-20:00

Classroom based

City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma For Children and Young People’s Workforce

You are a childminder, day care supervisor, SureStart worker ora community nursery nurse. You may or may not have some supervisory responsibilities. You want to be in sole charge of children, for example managing a room in a nursery.

Workplace observation and classroom learning

Get started in a childcare career with the City and Guilds Award or Certificate in Caring for Children – Short CoursesThese qualifications help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to care for children. You’ll cover topics like communicating with children, engaging children through activities, supporting learning and planning for the care of children’s physical and emotional needs.

Entry Level 3: You’re considering a career in childcare. You want to learn more about what childcare work involves and the personal qualities and skills you’ll need to succeed in the industry.

Level 1: You’re keen to work in the childcare sector. You want to gain the basic skills and knowledge for your first job in childcare, plus personal and work-related life skills that can help as you move into employment.




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Customer Service Do you have a Customer Service background or would like to build your knowledge and understanding of what would be required to work in this field? Are you already working in a customer service environment?

Qualifications to suit all levels


22 February 2012 • 4 July 2012 • 18:00-20:00

City & Guilds Award/Certificate in Work with Parents (From Levels 2-4)

Work with Parents Gain the skills you need to work effectively with parents, helping them to understand their role and meet their children’s social, emotional, intellectual and physical needs in family life.

This award/certificate can help you start a career, develop your role and continue your professional development. Suitable for anyone interested in supporting and working with parents and children. There are options to suit every level of experience - whether you are looking for a first job, developing your career or already working as a manager for a parent support service.

Classroom learning, assignments and workplace assessment


20 March 2012 • 18:00-20:00

Customer Service Level 2 Certificate (NVQ) or Customer Service Level 3 Diploma (NVQ)





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Completion of portfolio of evidence including assessment of practice required.

Fee: £720

Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (QCF 15 Credits)

Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes & Practice (QCF 17 Credits)

This course is intended for those who wish to assess both occupational competence in the work environment and vocational skills, knowledge and understanding.

This qualification is practical-based and intended for those leading a team of internal quality assurance staff.

Assessment & Internal Quality Assurance Qualifications


Are you interested in becoming an Assessor or Internal Verifier?Would you like to achieve this highly marketable qualification and increase your future employment opportunities?

Fee: £720


13 March 2012 • 18:00-20:00

Business and Administration Level 2 Certificate (NVQ)Business and Administration Level 3 Diploma (NVQ)

Business AdministrationAre your already working in a Business Administration role?Would you like to receive recognition through a full Level 2 or Level 3 qualification?


22 February 2012 • 4 July 2012 •18:00-20:00





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Employment ServicesLooking for a new job?Employment Services at New Directions

New Directions provides the Next Step face-to-face adult careers and skills advice service to fit your individual needs plus facilities to help you look for work.

This service is delivered by appointment (please give 24 hours notice if you are unable to attend) at any of the three New Directions centres. This service is also delivered at outreach venues across Reading such as Children’s Centres, Probation Service and Alana House Women’s Centre.

We can help you:

• Find learning and training that is right for you.• Improve your reading, writing and maths.• Understand the local job market.• Find out about funding to support your learning.• Develop your CV and covering letters.• Complete job application forms effectively.• Improve your interview and presentation skills.• Progress in your current job.• Register with Next Step.• Self Employment• Find out about the types of disability and childcare support available.

Membership is free, you can join anytime and includes access to:• Job Centre Plus - Job Point (South Reading Centre)• Internet job search (limited to 2 hours per day – not for personal use)• Printing & photo copying of job related documents such as CV, covering letters and application forms (reasonable use - maximum of 10 items per day) • Telephone access (for job search only - no international calls) • A selection of newspapers and local labour market information

Coming Soon!Four new Employability courses:

• Success - get that job!• Enterprise - be your own boss• Moving On - climb the career ladder• Life after redundancy - Make your next move

You will build a portfolio of evidence, gain new skills and a qualification at the same time.

Register your interest now, or check our website for course dates.

at New Directions

Get new skills & back to work advice on your doorstep!

The New Directions Outreach Advisors provide you with free information, advice, support courses on your doorstep and at your local community centres, to help you to get back to work.

Call or txt Sarah on 07738 140 104Call or txt Zeba on 07764 210 912

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Do you want to find how people and organisations are incorporating environmental principles in every day activities? Or do you want to look at sustainability in your community work?

Through this new online qualification you can learn about green living and working. From implementing low carbon actions to why Reading is a Fair Trade town. Organisations and individuals are all encouraged to think about the impact of the environment of their activities in our interconnected world. You will also increase your employability, by achieving a nationally recognised qualification from NCFE. Advantages of this course: Learn at your own pace, interactive activities and learn from anywhere with an internet connection.If you are unemployed and live within the greater Reading area and are aged 18 years or over you may be eligible to free training funded through ESF.Eligibility needs to be checked by appointment.

New Environmental Awareness Online Course Looking for a job or changing jobs?

Retail Works Retail Works is a flexible, modular training programme that delivers the essential skills necessary to work in retail for those who have never before worked in the industry. It has been designed to provide those who may be out of work or who work in a different sector with the vital skills they need to successfully apply for and secure a job in retail. The programme works alongside generic employability training.

CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) CSCS cards are increasingly demanded as proof of occupational competence by contractors, public and private clients and others. The aim of the test is to examine knowledge across a wide range of health and safety topics in order to improve safety and productivity on site. We can prepare you for and arrange your test in a supportive environment.

On demandLevel 2

On demandLevel 2

Call 0345 842 0012 to arrange an appointment with one of our employment advisors. Funding may be available depending on your circumstances.


For those who do not meet funding criteria a fee applies: £125E-mail [email protected] for further information orVisit www.newdirectionsreading.co.uk for the full course introduction. Or drop into New Directions Central Reading Centre at Reading Central Library, Wednesday 14:30 –15:30 to join.


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Free subject to eligibility!

From Complete Beginner Courses to ITQ, ECDL & ECDL Advanced!

Gain qualifi cations & take online tests when you are ready.Small friendly groups at centres across Reading.Join at any time.

Study at our Central Reading Centre in Reading Central Library!

Learn at your own pace with support from a tutor

IT Drop-in SessionsMonday - Friday

09:30 - 11:3012:30 - 14:30

Central Reading Centre

www.newdirectionsreading.co.uk

Computing & IT Courses

0345 842 0012

To book your place call 0118 378 8660, or visit www.reading.ac.uk/merl/dayschools e-mail: [email protected]

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Help with English & Mathsat New Directions

English for Speakers of Other Languagesat New Directions

Is a lack of qualifications stopping you getting a new job or getting a promotion at work?• Need English or Maths for work?• Want to improve your job prospects?• Want to improve your skills? • Want to help your children with their homework?

To join a class you need to attend one of our friendly assessment sessions so we can place you into the most appropriate class:

Do you lack confidence in Speaking, Reading and Writing in English? An ESOL course may help you move on.

How to JoinTo join a Cambridge class you must attend one of our friendly assessment sessions so we can place you into the most appropriate class.

To find out more information or find out the date for the next assessment session, call 0345 842 0012 or visit www.newdirectionsreading.co.uk


Formal tutor-led classes of 4 hours per week studying towards Cambridge ESOL exams. Ideal for those undertaking citizenship or requiring evidence of language skills for employment reasons.

Part-time Cambridge ESOL

September 2011 - July 2012Day time & Evening* • 36 weeksVarious venues across Reading*

Entry - level 2

Home Fee £399 + exam feeOverseas Fee £599 + exam fee

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Monday • Call for information19:30-21:30 • 24 weeksThe Avenue Centre

Wednesday • Call for information19:30-21:30 • 24 weeksThe Avenue Centre

Code WRN222HF

Code WRR222HF

Entry Level 2

Entry Level 2

Fee £380 including exam fee

Fee £380 including exam fee

GCSE Maths & English

New!

Assessment datesTuesday 10th January 12:00 - 16:00 South Reading CentreTuesday 7th February 12:00 - 16:00 North Reading CentreTuesday 7th February 18:00 - 20:00 South Reading Centre

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Community Conversation GroupsSuitable for those who may be lacking in confidence or would like to improve their English in an informal and relaxed community based setting.

For more information or more details on how to join a group please call or text Zeba Rao on 07764 210 912.

Learn about having a baby in easy EnglishThis course is for pregnant ladies who do not understand English easily.

You will learn practical information about having a baby and the words you will need.

VolunteeringOur volunteer tutors work alongside our professional tutors giving extra help in Literacy, Numeracy and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes, usually once a week. We also need volunteers to support learners with additional needs in leisure classes such as IT, fashion, art and languages. No previous experience of working in education is needed.

Free compulsory training is provided to all New Directions Volunteers: the City & Guilds 7320 Level 2 Award in Preparing to Support Learning. A minimum commitment of one year after training is required to be accepted onto the scheme.

Information sessions are held on a monthly basis to explain the volunteer tutor scheme, the training and the application process. Please see our website for forthcoming dates.

Please e-mail [email protected] to book your place at any Information Session. Initial teacher training for the Lifelong Learning Sector is also explained at these sessions and an Information, Advice and Guidance specialist is also available.

You can start any time. The course is ideal for those who work shift patterns, or find it difficult to attend set classes regularly. You can study for as long as you like. You can access the course materials from any internet enabled computer. You can also attend tutor led sessions for additional support.

Future Upskill E-Learning Formal ESOL Conversation Classes

All year • 15 weeksVarious venues across Reading

All year • 6 weeksRoyal Berkshire Hospital

Register as soon as possible Call New Directions on0345 842 0012

Entry - level 2

Entry - level 2

Fee £49

Study for 4 hours per week in a structured but informal environment. Ideal for those who do not require formal evidence of learning.

All year • 15 weeksVarious venues across Reading

Entry - level 2

Fee £49

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Art & DesignCourses at Reading College

To enrol call Reading College on 0800 371 434or apply online at: www.reading-college.ac.uk

Working in our specialist 3D workshop you will have the opportunity to explore and experiment with the sculptural possibilities of both wood and metal. A variety of ways of working will be demonstrated including welding.

Enables you to explore some of the more advanced techniques that can be used when creating 3D forms including mould making, casting, and casting from life.

For those who already have a good understanding of basic printmaking. A variety of print methods will be available for you to work in and learn ways of colour reduction lino cutting, multi layered silkscreen and etching.

Enables you to develop your drawing skills through exploration of media and approaches. Sessions will focus on basics such as tone, proportion, colour and composition.

Using traditional methods and materials you will work in our well equipped print workshop producing work based upon your own drawings and photographs. Methods of working will include lino cutting, silkscreen printing and dry point etching.

Experimental Sculpture - Wood and Metal, includes welding

Sculpture -Developing Skills

Creative Printmaking - Developing Skills

Life Drawing

Creative Printmaking - An Introduction

Code 3AESRGB01R

Code 3AESRGA01R

Code 3AEADFB03R

Code 3AEADUB02R

Code 3AEADUC02R

Code 3AEADFA03R

Fee £179

Fee £179

Fee £169

Fee £129

Fee £129

Fee £110

Thursday 19 April 201218:00-21:00 • 10 weeks

Thursday 12 January 201218:00-21:00 • 10 weeks

Tuesday 7 February 201218:00-21:00 • 8 weeks

Tuesday 31 January 201218:00-21:00 • 6 weeks

Tuesday 1 May 201218:00-21:00 • 6 weeks


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This short course will allow you to explore the possibilities of working with in three dimensions directly from a life model. Drawing will be used as a means of planning for and considering 3D form. You will be working with paperclay which is a very agreeable medium for sculpting.

Life Drawing and Sculpture

Code 3AWADGA01R

Fee £149

Saturday 10 March 201210:00-13:00 • 4 weeks

These tutor led sessions will enable you to explore your creativity through drawing, painting and screenprinting. You will consider the work of other artists and undertake a visit to one of the London major galleries.

Saturday Art Class

Code 3AWADUE01R

Code 3AWADUF01R

Fee £149

Fee £149

Saturday 28 January 201210:00-13:00 • 6 weeks

Saturday 28 April 201210:00-13:00 • 6 weeks

Fashion

Come along and gain some of the skills that will allow you to successfully produce your own hand made garments. Use an electric sewing machine, work from a paper pattern, and finish garments to a good standard.

Home Sewing and Simple Garment Making

Code 3AEFTFC01R

Fee £149

Thursday 12 January 201218:00-21:00 • 10 weeks Evening

Graphics

Media & Photography

This course aims to introduce you to the basic concepts of Visual communications and Graphic Design, giving you a design basics toolkit for future and further work. This course is ideal for those working either in design or working closely with designers.

Graphic Design - An Introduction for New Practitioners

Code 3EEGRFB01R

Fee £149

Tuesday 17 January 201218:00-21:00 • 8 weeks Evening

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Photography


Students will gain a basic knowledge of compact digital cameras as well as basic uploading and postproduction techniques.

Photography Stage 1The Basics

Code 3AEPTED01R

Fee £145


This qualification can be gained through this intensive 3 day course, it has been created to follow on from Stage 1 and will teach you some of the more advanced working methods of Adobe Illustrator. This course will require you to complete a number of assessed tasks.

An intensive 3 day course. This course will cover some in-depth features of the application and will require students to complete a number of assessed tasks.

Adobe Illustrator CS5 Stage 1

Adobe Illustrator CS5 Stage 2 ABC

Code 3EDGRGH01R

Code 3EDGRGJ01R

Fee £145

Fee £229

Monday 13 February 201218:00-21:00 • 3 days

Wednesday 15 February 201218:00-21:00 • 3 days

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An intensive 2 day course. This course will run through the basics which includes using layers, carrying out adjustments and basic retouching.

An intensive 3 day course. This course will cover some in-depth features of the application and will require students to complete a number of assessed tasks.

Adobe Photoshop CS5 Stage 1

Adobe Photoshop CS5 Stage 2

Code 3EDGRGD01R

Code 3EDGRGF01R

Fee £145

Fee £195

Monday 13 February 201218:00-21:00 • 2 days

Wednesday 15 February 201218:00-21:00 • 3 days

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This qualification can be gained through this intensive 3 day course, it has been created to follow on from Stage 1 and will teach you some of the more advanced working methods of In-Design such as using selection tools, grid systems, adding text and images. This course will require you to complete a number of assessed tasks.

InDesign - ABC Qualification

Code 3EEGRGA01R

Fee £229

Thursday 12 February 201218:00-21:00 • 10 weeks Evening

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Applied knowledge of basic DSLR techniques with use of image manipulation and post production of digital images and relevant output techniques. The Course Leads to an ABC Award in Photography.

Photography Stage 2Developing Skills

Code 3AEPTGF01R

Code 3AEPTGG01R

Fee £190

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This is an introduction to the principles and relevant theory of professional studio photography. Intermediate knowledge of DSLR Photography required.

Photography Stage 3Studio Photography

Code 3AEPTGA03R

Fee £155


A course for those who have a good knowledge of photography and want to develop their skills to a more professional level.

Photography Stage 4Advanced Techniques

Code 3AWPTHA01R

Fee £129

Saturday 10 March 201210:00-13:00 • 4 weeks

This course leads to a qualification and is a follow on course from The Basics. It includes using selection tools, layer adjustments and cloning layer masks.

Adobe Photoshop 2Improve Your Skills

Code 3EEGRGB01R

Fee £195


Rather than using prescribed ‘styles’ of photographic portraiture, students will be encouraged to creatively respond to set photographic situations or problems.

Photography - Train Your Gaze - Creative Portraiture

Code 3AWPTHC01R

Fee £112

Saturday 28 April 201218:00-21:00 • 8 weeks Evening

Code 3AEPTGB03R

Fee £155


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Music

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Music & Performing Arts


This course follows on from the Introduction course or will suit those with relevant experience who don’t need an introduction but want to develop their knowledge further.

Music Sequencing using Logic and Reason

Code 3PEMUGA01R

Fee £139

Tuesday 31 January 201218:00-21:00 • 8 weeks Evening

This course will go through how to design a website using Photoshop and Dreamweaver and will touch on CSS.

Web Design for Photographers

Code 3EEGRFF01R

Code 3EEGRFG01R

Fee £112

Fee £112



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An exciting introduction to radio broadcasting, studying both the technical equipment and presentation techniques. The course will culminate in a live radio broadcast.

Using our state-of-the-art media suite, this course will introduce students to creative video editing, visual effects and DVD authoring using Apple Final Cut Pro software.

How to Present Your Own Radio Show

Introduction to Video Editing using Final Cut Pro

Code 3PEMDFD01R

Code 3PEMDFB01R

Fee £112

Fee £129

Thursday 2 February 201218:00-21:00 • 8 weeks

Tuesday 31 January18:00-21:00 • 8 weeks

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Following on from the introductory Freestyle video course, this programme will help to develop camera work and video editing skills. Aimed at 13-16 year olds, this course will culminate in the production of a short film.

The Saturday Video Project

Code 3PWMDUB01R

Code 3PWMDUC01R

Fee £90

Fee £90

Saturday 25 February 201218:00-21:00 • 6 weeks

Saturday 26 May 201218:00-21:00 • 6 weeks

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Construction


A course for those wanting to improve their DIY and/or brush up their decorating skills.

A course designed to allow people to improve their DIY skills. A hands on course in fully equipped workshops delivered with expert tuition.

Decorating Skills for the Home

Introduction to Bricklaying Skills

Code 6CEPDEB00RCode 6CEBREB00R

Code 6CEPDEC00RCode 6CEBREC00R

Fee £80Fee £160

Fee £80Fee £160

Tuesday 6 March 201218:00-21:00 • 5 weeks




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This course will cover basic plastering skills from render to floating and patching. Delivered in our fully equipped workshop with expert tuition.

Introduction to Plastering Skills

Code 6CEPLEC00R

Fee £160


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A course designed to give students the DIY skills to carry out repairs around the home. Delivered in our fully equipped workshops.

Carpentry and Joinery for Your Home (Beginners)

Code 6CECJEC00R

Code 6CECJED00R

Fee £160

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Hair & Therapy

This qualification is for qualified stylists who wish to update their skill and knowledge to include a variety of winding techniques to create a personalised permanent curl service.

Award in Perming Hair - C&G 3002-81 Unit 308

Code 5HWHAGB01R

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This qualification is for qualified stylists who wish to update their skills and knowledge in relation to styling and finishing African type women’s hair.

Award in Styling and Finishing African Type Women’s Hair - C&G 3002-81 Unit 315

Code 5HWHAGC01R

Fee £310


This qualification is for anyone who wants to update & add to their level 2 qualification.

This qualification is for anyone who wants to update & add to their level 2 qualification.

Level 3 Award in Woman’s Hair C&G 3002 Unit 304

Level 3 Award in Bridal Hair C&G 3002 Unit 311

Code 5HE HAG A01R

Code 5HEHAGD01R

Fee £290

Fee £290



This course is about providing eyelash perming treatments in a safe and effective way and covers all aspects of compliance relating to treatments. Level 2 Award in Health and Safety-must be taken alongside the technical award.

Eyelash Perming - C&G 3003-92 Unit 218

Code 5HEHAFC01R

Fee £160


This course is about providing body massage treatments is a safe & compliant way. Level 2 Award in Health and Safety-must be taken alongside the technical award.

This course is about providing Indian Head massage treatments is a safe & compliant way Level 2 Award in Health and Safety-must be taken alongside this technical award.

Level 3 Award in Body massageC&G 3003-93 Unit 305

Level 3 Award in Indian Head massage C&G 3003-93 Unit 311

Code 5HEMYGJ01R

Code 5HEBEGA01R

Fee £690

Fee £415



This course is about providing manicure treatments in a safe and effective way and covers all aspects of compliance relating to treatments. Level 2 Award in Health and Safety-must be taken alongside the technical award.

Level 2 Award in Manicure C&G 3003 -92 Unit 207

Code 5HEBEFB01R

Fee £407


This course is about providing make-up treatments treatments in a safe and effective way and covers all aspects of compliance relating to treatments. Level 2 Award in Health and Safety-must be taken alongside the technical award.

Level 2 Award in Make-up C&G3003-92 Unit 209

Code 5HEBEFD01R

Fee £352


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This course is about providing make-up treatments in a safe and effective way and covers all aspects of compliance relating to treatments. Level 2 Award in Health and Safety-must be taken alongside the technical award.

Level 3 Award in Self Tanning C&G 3003- 93 Unit 313

Code 5HETAGA01R

Fee £226


English for Speakers of Other Languages

Part-time classes take place during the morning, afternoon or evening and you can start at any time. Call for more information or to arrange an interview: 0118 955 4888 or call into the college on Kings Road.

ESOL part-time

Code 2LESNEK00R

Fees vary. No fee if you are on benefits and looking for work.

Flexible start3-9 hours per weekLength Variable

Modern Foreign Languages

It revises and builds on the work done in Phase 1. It covers the most important situations in a travelling context and gives an introduction to the grammar of the language.

French Beginners Phase 2

Code 2LEFRBB00R

Fee £196(£16 concessionary fee)


This is the second part of our second-year course and is designed for people who have recently studied the language for at least 18 months. The course will take your speaking, listening, reading and writing a stage further.

French Pre-Intermediate Phase 2

Code 2LEFRED00R




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Japanese Spanish


This is the second part of a beginners course. It revises and builds on the work done in Phase 1. It covers the most important situations in a travelling context and gives an introduction to the grammar of the language.


German Beginners Phase 2 German Pre-Intermediate Phase 2

Code 2LEGEBC00R

Code 2LEGEED00R






Is the second part of our third-year course and aims at students who have studied for a minimum of 2 ½ years. The course concentrates on developing a better understanding of the grammar and syntax of the language.

Italian Beginners Phase 2

Italian Intermediate Phase 2

Code 2LEILBC00R

Code 2LEILFE00R


Fee £240





Japanese Beginners Phase 2

Japanese Pre-intermediate Phase 2

Code 2LEJABB00R

Code 2LEJAEB00R


Fee £240



A course for people who have never learnt the language before. Learn the basics to get by in a travelling situation. There is a strong emphasis on speaking and listening skills.

Spanish Beginners Phase 1

Code 2LESNBU00R

Fee £200


These are just some of the language courses on offer at Reading College.

Call us on 0800 371 434 or visit our website:www.reading-college.ac.uk for the full range available.

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Spanish Beginners Phase 2

Code 2LESNBH00R




Spanish Pre-Intermediate Phase 2

Code 2LESNEK00R



Teacher Training

CELTA is an initial teaching qualification for people who would like to teach EFL (English as a Foreign Language) or ESOL (English to Speakers of Other Languages) either in this country or abroad. It is suitable for people with no experience of teaching; people who have been teaching in other subject areas or people who have unqualified EFL/ESOL teaching experience.

Certificate in English Language Teaching (CELTA)

CELTA continued

Code 2LACBHB00R

Code 2LSCBHA00R

Fee £1,400

Fee £1,400

Mondays & Fridays • 16 April 2012Flexible start 09:30-17:30 • 9 weeksMonday, Friday (Blended learning, online tuition combined with onsite teaching practice/tutorials)

Mondays & Fridays • 2 July 2012Flexible start09:30-17:30 • 4 weeks Intensive (Blended learning, on-line tuition combined with on-site teaching practice/tutorials)

Business

This course is for people who have an interest in accounting and want to gain an initial qualification. It is an introductory course providing you with the basics of business communication and accountancy, an understanding of the role of accountants in a business, types of documentation that accountants use, ethical behaviour and professionalism within accounting, accounting terminology and skills required for working in accounting.

AAT Level 1 Award in Accounting

Code 5BEACEA01R

Fee £410

Monday 9 January 2012 18:00-21:00 • 25 weeks

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Preparing for Life & Work

These courses could be free if you are a registered job seeker.

This course will introduce you to the skills required to secure a job in the hospitality sector including food hygiene, job search and interview skills.

This course will introduce you to the skills required to secure a job in the warehousing and distribution sector including job search and interview skills.

Working in Hospitality

Working in Warehousing

Code 9BSWSED00R

Code 9BSWSED00R

FREE to most jobseekers

FREE to most jobseekers

Flexible start • 4 weeks

Flexible start • 4 weeks

This course is for people in a line management or supervisory role who want to improve their knowledge and skills in managing. It is a first stage management qualification that is designed to enable supervisors, team leaders, and junior managers to understand and perform their role more thoughtfully and more effectively and prepare them for studying higher level management qualifications.

Award in Management Level 3

Code 5MEMGGA00R/B

Code 5MEMGGA00R/C

Fee £265Plus £30 exam fee

Tuesday 31 January 2012 18:00-21:00 • 8 weeks

Tuesday 17 April 2012 18:00-21:00 • 8 weeks

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Reading Course Guide is published by Reading Borough Council on behalf of informal adult learning providers and funders across Reading.

To enrol now call Ruskin College on 01865 759600 or visit www.ruskin.ac.uk

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Learn about the history of John Fowler and Co (Leeds) Ltd, handle original archives held by MERL and learn how to use them for researching Fowler’s products.

The MERL book club focuses on books with a rural theme or setting. This term we’ll be reading some of the works featured in the ‘Literature and the countryside’ seminar series. Everyone’s welcome.

Find out about the ancient Greek Olympic Games and learn about other ancient Greek sporting and artistic celebrations. Researchers and academics from the Department of Classics and the Ure Museum, University of Reading, will share insights from their recent research.

Experts from the Department of English Language and Literature, University of Reading, deliver a series of talks on country life and people in English literature. Beginning in Ancient Mesopotamia and finishing in post-war Britain, these talks will consider ways in which the English countryside has inspired literature and how fiction has helped to shape the way we

Build up a head of steam – John Fowler and Co (Leeds) Ltd

Rural Reads book club

Celebrate like it’s 776 BCE

Literature and the Countryside seminar series

For further information visit www.reading.ac.uk/merlor call 0118 378 8660

For further information contact [email protected]

Courses at University of Reading’s Museums

The Museum of English Rural Life, at the University of Reading, on Redlands Road, offers a wide variety of opportunities for adult learners interested in finding out more about the Museum’s collections and themes they cover, as well as anyone who wants to learn about traditional crafts and pick up new skills.

The Museum runs a fascinating series of free talks and seminars that are open to all, as well as short courses run by craftspeople and ‘access to archives’ sessions by archivists and other experts.

To find out details of the current programme visit: www.reading.ac.uk/merl

£25 Booking required

Free

Free Please register

Friday 23 March 201210:00-16:00 • 1 day

Last Thursday of the month17.30-19:00

Saturday 28 April 201210:00-16:00 • 1 day

Tuesday 31 January 2012Tuesday 7 February 2012Tuesday 21 February 2012Tuesday 13 March 2012Tuesday 27 March 201216:30-18:00 • 5 alternate weeks

(£1.50 for tea and biscuits)

Drop In!

Free Please register

think about rural life. Includes the opportunity to see original materials from the University’s Special Collections.

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To enrol call WEA Reading on 0118 946 4137 or e-mail: [email protected]

For more information on our courses please contact the relevant Leisure site direct.www.reading.gov.uk/leisureandculture/readingsportandleisure

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Courses at Reading Sport & Leisure

Reading Sport & Leisure operates five leisure centres in the Reading area:

Arthur Hill Pool and Fitness Studio Kings Road, RG1 4LS0118 937 5055

Central Swimming Pool Battle Street, RG1 7NU0118 937 5070

Highdown Sports Centre Surley Row, RG4 8NT0118 937 5095

Palmer Park Sports Stadium Wokingham Road, RG1 4LS0118 937 5080

Meadway Sports Centre Conwy Close, RG30 4BZ0118 937 5060

Reading Sport & Leisure deliver courses in partnership with New Directions.

This 6 week course for the yoga beginner includes all the inside information you need to feel comfortable when you are starting a yoga practice. Find out how to pick a yoga style, lose weight, observe proper yoga etiquette, avoid injury, and more.

Whether you are a keen player or new to the game, come and try our lunchtime 1 hour badminton course. Focusing on serving, game play and stamina along with the rules of the game.

Pre natal aqua fitness exercise classes are great fun and provide you with an opportunity to exercise and socialise with other mums-to-be. These exercises are particularly good for pregnant women as they don’t strain your body - the water supports your weight and makes you more buoyant. Please note the sessions will take place in deep water and so would be unsuitable for non-swimmers.

Yoga Beginners

Badminton Beginners and Improvers

Pre Natal Aqua

Please call Meadway Sports Centre for next available dates.


Please call Central Pool for next available dates.

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For more information on our courses please contact the relevant Leisure site direct.www.reading.gov.uk/leisureandculture/readingsportandleisure

Did you know RSL offers competitive membership rates across all of our five sites? Contact the Membership Team on 0118 937 5083 or contact one of the centre’s direct to find out more information.

Post natal aqua fitness exercise classes are great fun and provide you with an opportunity to exercise and socialise with other new mums.This class involves gentle exercise designed to improve muscle tone after the birth of your baby. Please note the sessions will take place in deep water and so would be unsuitable for non-swimmers.

Zumba is an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party™ that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health! These sessions will take participants through the basic moves and workouts and progress to more advanced moves when participants are ready!

Our beginners triathlon course involves swimming, cycling, and running across various distances without stopping! Our 6 week course will give the opportunity for individuals to have a coached running and cycling workout in the gym followed by a 30minute swim in the pool!

Attend this running course to go from couch to running 5K or (30 minutes) in just 6 weeks! A training programme and coached sessions on the track will give you all the support you need!

Fun outdoor exercise drills designed to boost your fitness to a new level! Ideal for beginners who would like to try something new!

Post Natal Aqua Zumba Beginners and Improvers

Beginner Triathalon

Couch to 5K - Beginners running programme

Boot CampPlease call Central Pool for next available dates. Please call Culture and Sport

Development on 0118 937 4047 for next available dates.


Please call Palmer Park Sports Centre for next available dates.

Please call Highdown Sports Centre for next available dates.

Courses at WEA Reading

WEA Reading CentresRISC, 35-39 London Street, Reading, RG1 4PSFriends Meeting House, 2 Church Street, Reading, RG1 2SBHamilton Centre, 135 Bulmershe Road, Reading, RG1 5SGRandolph College, 141 Whiteknights Road, Reading RG6 7BDReading Museum, The Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH

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Anthropology


From the concept of cultural identity to the complexities of race and religion, we explore key aspects of the study of humanity, also discovering how these themes underlie and inform related disciplines like archaeology.

Cultural Anthropology: An Introduction

Tutor: Mark AndersonCode: C3731218 £85

Tues 17 Jan 201214:00-16:00 • 10 weeksHamilton Road Centre

Astronomy

Film

This course brings you the latest exciting developments in the study of the planets, moon and stars in our galaxy, offering practical guidance on observing along the way.

Astronomy: A Tour of the Universe

Tutor: Guy HurstCode: C3731214 £45

Mon 20 February 201214:00-16:00 • 5 weeksHamilton Road Centre

In this study day based at INTECH, Winchester, we shall see how UK astronomers have become world leaders in many new discoveries in space. A planetarium presentation will be included.

Astronomy: Our Search for the Unexpected

Tutor: Guy HurstCode: C3731349 £38

Sat 12 May 201210:00-16:00 • 1 dayINTECH, Winchester

Classic Hollywood Comedy and Beyond. A wide ranging look at classic film comedy, examining what makes us laugh and why. This is sure to keep you entertained.

What’s Funny About Comedy?

Tutor: Ceri HovlandCode: C3731219 £85


We shall examine the achievements of Peel, Palmerston, Gladstone, Disraeli, Salisbury and Lloyd George in creating a strong, stable Britain at a time of great change.

Great Prime Ministers of the Victorian and Edwardian Eras

Tutor: Kerry RenshawCode: C3731222 £52

Wed 18 Jan 201214:00-16:00 • 6 weeksHamilton Road Centre

History & Local History

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Explores the great London cemeteries of the Victorian age, with their elaborate memorial tombs, and considers some of the famous people buried there. A visit will be included.

Commemorating the Dead: Burial Grounds, Grave-yards and the VictorianCemeteries of London

Tutor: Val PretloveCode: C3731224 £85

Thurs 19 Jan 201210:30-12:30 • 10 weeksHamilton Road Centre

Examines the plight of English country houses in the twentieth century. Many were lost in times of economic hardship or war, but others were saved by public bodies or private enterprise and still delight us today.

English Country Houses in the Twentieth Century

Tutor: Adam SmithCode: C3731242 £38

Sat 10 Mar 201210:00-16:00 • 1 dayRISC

During the nineteenth century Berkshire became an increasingly desirable place to live and many vast houses were built, often by the newly rich. We will explore and examine the opulent buildings that resulted.

Victorian Country Houses of Berkshire

Tutor: Margaret SimonsCode: C3731260 £45

Mon 23 Apr 201214:00-16:00 • 5 weeksHamilton Road Centre

Accompanied by a Blue Badge guide, these five short walks will include the town centre as well as exploring areas further out, discussing facets of Reading’s interesting historical and architectural heritage.

Reading Town Walks

Tutor: Richard WilsonCode: C3731253 £45

Tues 24 Apr 201214:00-16:00 • 5 weeksMeet outside Reading Museum

Shows how the Upper and Lower Kingdoms came together to form a unified Egypt under the Pharoahs and examines the archaeology, history and material culture of the period.

Ancient Egypt: The Formative Years

Tutor: John BillmanCode: C3731220 £60

Wed 25 Apr 201214:00-16:00 • 7 weeksHamilton Road Centre

An exploration of the great meat, dairy and fish markets of London, dating back to the Middle Ages. There will be a visit to each market to explore these ancient places and the nearby streets.

Looking at London’s Great Markets - Smithfield, Leadenhall and Billingsgate

Tutor: Val PretloveCode: C3731262 £60

Thurs 26 Apr 201210:30-12:30 • 7 weeksHamilton Road Centre

One Off!


History of Architecture

History of Art

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Assesses the architecture and town planning of the 1950s and 60s, showing how they sought to meet the needs of the society of the time and seeing them now in retrospect.

Architecture and Urban Development in Britain: the 1950s and 60s; Decades of Change

Tutor: Richard WilsonCode: C3731205 £85


English town churches differ in a number of ways from more rural examples. We shall examine the various facets in the context of some of Reading’s own churches. A visit will be included.

Town Churches

Tutor: Keith HastedCode: C3731228 £38

Sat 11 Feb 201210:00-16:00 • 1 dayRISC

This introductory course will demonstrate the rich variety of architectural interest to be found throughout the Islamic world, from the Near East, North Africa and Spain, to Central Asia and India.

Islamic Architecture: An Introduction

Tutor: Richard YeomansCode: C3731370 £38

Sat 25 Feb 201210:00-16:00 • 1 dayRISC

An examination of the work of winners of the RIBA Stirling Prize for contemporary architecture, including examples from illustrious names such as Richard Rogers, Norman Foster and Zaha Hadid.

Prize Winning Architecture

Tutor: Keith HastedCode: C3731264 £45


This course will examine the special qualities of the Georgian country house, using Basildon Park near Pangbourne, owned by the National Trust, to illustrate the key points.

The Georgian Country House: Basildon Park

Tutor: Adam SmithCode: C3731350 £38

Tues 12 June 201210:00-16:00 • 1 dayBasildon Park, Pangbourne

An introduction to the baroque period; the work of great innovators will be considered, including Wren, Bernini and Caravaggio in art; and Monteverdi, Purcell and Vivaldi in music.

Art and Music of the Baroque Era

Tutors: Glenis Kerr Elliott & Chris SkidmoreCode: C3731209 £85

Mon 16 Jan 201210:30-12:30 • 10 weeksHamilton Road Centre

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Will explore the major art movements in the last 70 years: Abstract Expressionism, Minimalism, Pop Art and Post Modernism, including the work of British artists like Francis Bacon, Hockney, Gormley and Damien Hirst.

Art after 1945

Tutor: Sandra SmithCode: C3731217 £85


An introduction to the rich variety of art produced in Germany from the 15th to the 20th century, from the works of Albrecht Durer through to the political art of Grosz and Dix.

The Art of Germany: Renaissance to Modern

Tutor: Dalila CastelijnCode: C3731223 £85


After a period of decline and factionalism Rome was saved by the vision of some remarkable popes, leading to its re-establishment as a political and cultural centre where some of the greatest works of the High Renaissance were produced.

Saving Rome 1420 - 1530

Tutor: Diana MatthewsCode: C3731225 £85


We shall compare and contrast how artists and photographers treat their subjects. What is real and what is imagined? How does the creative vision manifest itself in these differing art forms?

Picture This: People and Places in Art and Photography


Sat 17 Mar 201210:00-16:00 • 1 dayFriends Meeting House

To accompany the exhibition at the Reading Museum of the wildlife artist, Robert Gillmor, the study day will focus on relief printing – a medium in which Gillmor exels. There will an opportunity to create your own artwork.

Printing in Relief

Tutor: Martin AndrewsCode: RC005 £32

Sat 24 Mar 201210:00-15:30 • 1 dayReading Museum

An introduction to the art and culture of the first great civilizations in Mesopotamia and the ancient Near East – now largely synonymous with present day Iraq. Many great treasures can be viewed in the British Museum.

Ancient Art: From Sumer to Nineveh and Babylon


Tues 24 Apr 201210:30-12:30 • 5 weeksHamilton Road Centre

Medieval art produced great riches in painting, sculpture, architecture, manuscripts and glass. We shall discuss key objects and view some of them in a visit to the Victoria & Albert Museum.

An Introduction to Medieval Art

Tutor: Dalila CastelijnCode: C3731255 £60

Wed 02 May 201210:30-12:30 • 7 weeksHamilton Road Centre

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We shall seek to decode the messages contained in the great works of Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, Perugino and Michelangelo in this iconic building.

We shall look at artistic representations of the weather from great painters such as Giorgione, Turner and Monet, and relate them to scientific knowledge about the weather and its effects.

Understanding the Sistine Chapel

Painting the Weather

Tutor: Diana MatthewsCode: C3731268 £38

Tutors: Dalila Castelijn and Gordon TrippCode: C3731347 £38

Sat 05 May 201210:00-16:00 • 1 dayRandolph College


We will read extracts from local novelists, poets and social commentators, examine the roles of booksellers and publishers, and pay particular attention to Elizabeth Waterhouse’s “The Island of Anarchy” and Oscar Wilde’s “The Ballad of Reading Gaol”.

Reading Writers and the Local Literary Scene

Tutor: Penny HunterCode: C3731266 £45


Literature Music

We will assess how composers from different musical periods have turned myths and legends into opera in both tragic and comic vein. Composers will include Purcell, Gounod, Wagner, Verdi and Puccini.

“The perfect marriage of words and music” This course aims to explain what madrigals are and provide an outline of their development and cultural importance.

Legend and Myth in Opera

The English Madrigal

Tutor: Robert CarringtonCode: C3731226 £85

Tutor: Chris SkidmoreCode: C3731227 £38

Fri 20 Jan 201210:30-12:30 • 10 weeksHamilton Road Centre

Sat 04 Feb 201210:00-16:00 • 1 dayRISC

The first half of the 20th century is still described as a ‘golden era’ of English song. We will explore folk-song settings and responses to searing war poetry in the work of composers such as Butterworth, Finzi, Elgar and Britten.

English Song from Butterworth to Britten

Tutor: Gwyn Parry-JonesCode: C3731229 £38

Sat 03 Mar 201210:00-16:00 • 1 dayRISC

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For an application form and additional information Contact Fiona Hale or Lisa Millar on 0118 937 4780

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This course will consider Schubert’s unsurpassed contribution to the development of German Lieder, as well as examining his marvellous chamber, orchestral and piano music.

From “La Sylphide” to “Swan Lake” we will explore the lyricism, drama, splendour, intimacy and wonderful music of the romantic ballet.

Schubert and His Music

The Romantic Ballet

Tutor: Anthony ShortCode: C3731257 £60

Tutor: Lars FrankeCode: C3731371 £38

Wed 25 Apr 201214:00-16:00 • 7 weeksHamilton Road Centre


From Arthur Sullivan to Elgar and Bantock, we will explore the journeys, influences, ideas and musical works resulting from a fascination with the East.

Are moral facts objective, and are they similar to the facts studied by the sciences? Or, are there no moral facts, morality being relative to other human considerations?

English Romanticism and the East: A Musical Journey

The Nature of Morality

Tutor: Lars FrankeCode: C3731372 £38

Tutor: Richard RowlandCode: C3731246 £60

Sat 09 June 201210:00-16:00 • 1 dayRandolph College

Mon 23 Apr 201210:30-12:30 • 7 weeksHamilton Road Centre

Extreme weather events appear to be on the increase. But what causes them? Does climate change play a part or have we always had to live with these violent manifestations of a complex weather system?

This course will provide a gentle introduction to what scientists do and how they think, combined with a short survey of the major scientific disciplines.

Hot, Wet and Windy: Extreme Weather, its Causes and Consequences

An Introduction to Science for the Unscientific

Tutor: Gordon TrippCode: C3731346 £45

Tutor: Chris SkidmoreCode: C3731239 £45


Fri 2 Mar 201210:30-12:30 • 5 weeksHamilton Road Centre

Science

Philosophy

One Off!

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Confidence Courses Half Day course to enable individuals to build self-confidence and develop personal action plans.

Interview Workshops Half day workshop to improve your interview technique and help turn interviews into jobs.

STEPS (Employment Preparation Courses) One day course aimed at disabled/disadvantaged job seekers in preparation for world of work – covering Equalities Law, Skills for employment, Interview Techniques and CV Writing.

Tues 14 Feb 2012 • 14:00-17:00Fri 30 Mar 2012• 10:00-13:00Mon 7 May 2012 • 10:00-13:00

Tues 28 Feb 2012 • 14:00-17:00Weds 4 April 2012 • 10:00-13:00Fri 11 May 2012 • 14:00-17:00

Call Graft on 0118 986 9933 for venue information

Thur 23 Feb 2012• 10:00-16:.30Fri 13 April 2012 • 10:00-16:30Fri 25 May 2012 • 10:00-16:30

Fee: Free

Fee: Free

Fee: Free

Courses at Graft

The Graft team at a recent event.

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To book your place, call Graft on 0118 986 9933or e-mail: [email protected]

Graft Thames ValleyMAPP Community Centre 22-24 Mount Pleasant, Reading, RG1 2TD

www.reading.gov.uk/adultlearningFor further information, call 0118 988 6106or e-mail: [email protected]

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Spark EduCare Learning CentreUnit 1, The Hope Centre, 350 Basingstoke Road, Buckland Road Junction, Reading RG2 0NTFor further information, call SPARK on 0118 975 6544

Courses at Spark EduCareLearning Centre

Courses at Step Forward

One to one tuition with flexible start and finish times are available for every session during: 09:00-18:00

Starting with Computers: using the keyboard, mouse and other computer hardware components including printer, scan, fax, copy, etc.

Introduction Course for ICT Beginners

Code: ITBeg Free

Tuesday & Friday - All year4 hrs per weekSpark Centre

1-2-1 & small group Specialist Provider of Literacy, Numeracy and ESOL for learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

Dyslexia?Problems with Reading and Spelling?Step Forward into Education and Employment

Just two hours a week on our multi-sensory computer course can improve both your reading and spelling in less than three months. Whatever your age, we can help you improve.

Use our programme as a springboard to more education courses and better employment prospects. See our website: www.stepforwadett.org.uk or you can contact us by email at: [email protected] or call on 0118 988 6106 for full details and how to apply.

Basic Word processing, Powerpoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets and using IT. Ideal course for learners requiring a qualification.

Employability Skills

ICT Foundation Tier

Code: SfL4SEN Free

Code: ICTf £135

Tuesdays & Fridays12:00-14:00Flexible

Thursday • 12:00-14:00South Reading CentreTuesdays & Fridays - All year

Flexible/35 HrsFlexible

For further information, call 0118 988 6106or e-mail: [email protected] www.reading.gov.uk/adultlearning

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Courses at Reading Community Learning Centre

Creative IT

Have fun speaking & listening in English. Learn to introduce yourself, ask and answer questions about personal details and daily routine, family information, shopping, eat-ing, the local area, entertainment, and working.

Each session covers the essential dialogue for topics such as living and travelling, describing or expressing your opinions on topics of personal interest such as experiences, events, hopes and ambitions, and express opinions, reasons, and plans.

If you struggle with reading and writing everyday tasks can be challenging. This course focuses on reading and writing to give you the skills you need to get by in everyday life.

If you have never used a computer then this is perfect for you. You will learn how to use the keyboard, mouse and basic ICT functions such as typing, printing, saving and more.

Sewing is not as difficult as it may sound. This course will take you through the very basic elements getting to know your sewing machine, cutting and sewing basic garments.

This course is for those who have basic knowledge of the sewing machine, can cut patterns and would like to start making and designing clothes for themselves.

English Conversation(Beginners)

English Conversation(Intermediate)

Improve Your Reading & Writing

Beginners IT

Sewing Skills (Beginners)

Sewing Skills(improvers)

Tuesday 10 January 201209:30-11:30 • 10 weeksFree Creche


Wednesday 11 January 201209:30-11:30 • 10 weeksFree Creche




£2 registration fee






To book your place, call Reading Community Learning Centre on 0118 959 5455

Reading Community Learning Centre10 Eaton Place, Reading, RG1 7LP

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The advanced course is for those learners who have completed the improver’s course.

Learn about beauty care and build your confidence at the same time. Topics include basic massage, looking after your skin, applying and choosing make up, waxing, threading and much more.

Learn to knit in our club, have a cup of tea and a biscuit and make some new friends.

For information on future exhibitions and drop in sessions visit: www.readingmuseum.org.uk

Sewing Skills (Advanced)

Looking Good Feeling Good

Knitting Club






To book your place, call Reading Community Learning Centre on 0118 959 5455

For further information call Reading Museum on 0118 937 3400 www.readingmuseum.org.uk

Adult Learning at Reading Museum

Internationally acclaimed wildlife artist and bird expert Robert Gillmor returns to his native Reading for the first large scale retrospective of his work in 30 years. Robert is well known for his masterful linocut prints.

New DirectionsInformation & Advice

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Equal OpportunitiesNew Directions is committed to making equality part of everything we do. New Directions embraces the Equality Act (April 2011) requirement to have ‘due regard’ to the need to:

• Eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation • Advance equality of opportunity between different groups • Foster good relations between different groups The duty to have due regard to the need to eliminate discrimination also covers marriage and civil partnership.

New Directions does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and sexual orientation.

New Directions is committed to providing accessible services tothe whole community, which do not discriminate in any of the aforementioned ways.

We ask and encourage our customers to declare any disability,learning difficulty or issue that may impact on their learning or experience at New Directions so that we can provide appropriate support on an individual basis.

New Directions’ mission is to provide best value adult, family learning and employment opportunities which meet the needs and aspirations of the whole community of Reading. Our employment services are free of charge and courses are either subsidised by government funding and in some cases are free.

You can join New Directions at www.newdirectionsreading.co.uk at any time, or by telephone, post or in person. Early enrolment for courses is recommended to avoid disappointment. Once you join New Directions you will have access to a Customer Handbook, which is packed full of useful information, to help you get the most from our services.

Which Services Are Right for You?If you are not sure about which service you need or would like more information, please call our friendly Customer Relations Team on 0345 842 0012. Alternatively drop into one of our centres or visit our website: www.newdirectionsreading.co.uk

Your ChildrenNew Directions no longer has childcare facilities at its centres.

Funding to support the cost of childcare obtained elsewhere is available to learners who attend courses leading to formal qualifications and who meet the other eligibility requirements of our funders. Learners will be able to apply for funding to reduce the cost of childcare at Ofsted registered childcare providers only. Please download an application form from the New Directions website or ask for an application form at our centres when enrolling on a course.


Equality & Diversity

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Have Your SayNew Directions is a customer centred service and is committed to directly involving its customers in assessing and shaping their experience. Continuous assessment of our services will help to ensure we are responding to the needs of the community of Reading.

Whatever service you are engaged with, we will ask you at the appropriate times what you think of our services. However, we welcome your feedback and suggestions at any time.

Other ways in which you can have your say about our services are; Facebook, Twitter and Feedback Cards (found on reception at each of our centres). We would also encourage learners to take part in our learner survey when it is available.

ComplaintsShould you ever be less than satisfied with our services we would welcome the opportunity to address your complaint straight away. You will also find leaflets in all our centres entitled ‘Your Right To Complain’. You can submit your complaint in writing using the leaflet which also explains the process of how your complaint will be dealt with and what will happen at each stage.

We asked You said We did...

Would you like to help inform New Directions future and shape adult learning in the borough?

We would like both current customers and people who havenever accessed our services before to attend our forums to discuss issues such as:

• Equality & Diversity• Customer Involvement• General feedback• Where next…• Marketing• Sustainability/Green Issues

Thursday 23rd February 2012, 14:00-15:30 New Directions, North Reading Centre

Monday 14th May 2012, 19:30-21:00 New Directions, South Reading CentreIn return for your attendance New Directions will:• Reimburse travel costs• Provide refreshments• Vouchers for The Hexagon

For more details or to book a place please contact:Julie Light, Participation & Partnership [email protected] 07740 595 434

Learner Forumsat New Directions



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What fees do I pay?

Leisure Learning Courses (Course codes ending in ‘L’)These courses are subsidised by the government. The courses do not lead to a qualification.

Courses that are not subsidised by the government(Course codes ending in ‘R’). These courses are not subsidised by the government and are full cost courses.

Help towards costsSee page 56 for further information.

Courses leading to a qualification up level 2 for those aged 19+ (Course codes ending in ‘F’)

Above Level 2 Some funding may be available for courses above level 2. Cost details will be available at interview and induction.

New Directions

Are you receiving either Job Seekers Allowance or Employment & Support Allowance?

No

Yes The course is Free

Do you presently have a full Level 2qualification?*

Yes

No

You may be entitled to a fee reduction.

You will need to pay the Full Fee

*A full level 2 is equivalent to 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above, an NVQ Level 2, GNVQ Intermediate, BTEC Level 2 Diploma or National or BTEC Awards, Certificates and Diplomas of 13 credits or more.


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What will I be charged for?• Exam re-sits• £5 enrolment fee on all courses (included in advertised prices)• Partial refunds (See Customer Handbook)

Helping You With CostsFinancial assistance to cover course and material costs and help with the cost of childcare is available for customers who meet the eligibility requirements of our funders.

Can I Pay by Instalments?A payment plan, by way of a standing order can be offered when spending over £80 on a course(s) which lasts at least 10 weeks.

Firstly you need to pay 50% of the course fee when you enrol, then the remaining fees will be divided into four equal payments.

Once you have enrolled onto the course(s) we will send you a standing order mandate which you will need to fill in and return to us. This will instruct your bank to make four monthly instalments directly to New Directions. This mandate will also inform you of the date the money will be collected from your account.

Supporting EvidenceIf you qualify for reduced fees then you will be required to provide supporting evidence. Your place on a course will not be confirmed until original copies of evidence are provided. Evidence must be dated within the last 12 months. Please note - If you fail to provide the required supporting evidence then the full fee will become payable and you will be invoiced for the amount owed.

Discretionary SupportFinancial support may be available for learners. A submission of an application does not guarantee that you will receive support, support may vary. Call our Customer Relations team on 0345 842 0012 for details on how to apply.

Overseas Learners Fees If you are an Overseas Learner course fees are different from those quoted in this Course Guide. Please call 0345 842 0012.

What do I do if I need a refund?Our refund policy can be viewed in our Customer Handbook. Call our Customer Relations team on 0345 842 0012 to ask for a refund form. Please note, you may be required to provide evidence to support your request for a refund. An administration charge may be payable.

What do I do if the arrangements for the course change?We do all that we can to make sure that our courses run as advertised. Sometimes, however, we may have to change, postpone or cancel courses, for example, if too few people enrol. If we have to cancel a course after it has started then you will get a refund for the amount of sessions that have been cancelled. If the whole course is cancelled, you will receive a full refund.

What can I do if I find I’ve joined the wrong course?We do hope that you enjoy the course that you have joined. However, if you find that you’ve joined the wrong course, please contact us to discuss the alternatives.


Levels for Language courses at New Directions.

Entry Level Beginners A1No prior knowledge of the language.

1 - Improvers A1/A2 Completed one year of adult learning classes. An old O-level or GCSE in the language.

2 - Intermediate A22 years of adult learning.A recent GCSE grade D-F.Confident in using the present and basic knowledge of the past and future.

A2/B13 years of adult learning.A recent GCSE grade A*-C in the language. A good grasp of tenses, the ability to discuss familiar topics.

3 - AdvancedB1Four years of adult learning. A recent AS level. Balanced competence in the 4 skills, allowing you to discuss a text or to speak from notes.

B1/B2Five years of adult learning. A recent A level. Strategies that allow you to express more or less anything you want.

B2Near fluency. Few problems in understanding authentic documents and making yourself understood by native speakers.Knowledge of some specific aspects of the target culture.

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Choosing the right course New Directions

It is important that you choose the right course. If you need further information you can call New Directions on 0345 842 0012 or visit newdirectionsreading.co.uk

Listed below are details of the range of levels on courses in the following areas: Visual & Performing Arts, Health & Lifestyle, Professional Studies.

Beginners: Level 1 Starting from scratch! You have no experience of the subject. Improvers: Level 2A beginner with some experience. Could be self-taught or not practised for some time, but have a basic understanding of the subject.

Intermediate: Levels 3 & 4 Level 3: Fairly confident in the basic skills and may have been practising for at least a year.

Level 4: Capable of working confidently with help and advice, ready to learn more techniques.

Advanced: Level 5 Very competent – able to work almost independently. You can initiate and implement your own projects but require specialist tuition in some areas.

Mixed Abilities: 1-4For beginners through to intermediates – the course will be tailored to suit your individual needs. If you would like more technical input then select a course dedicated to your level.


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Level 3 Completed a level 2 course or use a computer regularly in the work place and wish to learn the more advanced features.

Levels for IT courses at New Directions


SustainabilityNew Directions is committed to promoting sustainability through all its activities. Our printed marketing materials are produced on FSC certified paper and our centres have re-cycling facilities for waste materials.

We promote sustainability through our learning activities and make every effort to re-use materials and equipment. Wherever possible printers are set to print double-sided and use toner economically. Our staff make use of technology such as telephone conferencing and virtual meeting software to reduce unnecessary travel and reproduction of documents.

We welcome any suggestions you may have to help us be more sustainable at any time.

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Entry Little or no computer experience, suitable for a complete beginner.

Level 1 Completed an entry level course or have some basic experience using a computer e.g. able to use a keyboard and mouse, use the Internet and email and enter text.

Level 2 Completed a level 1 course or use a computer regularly to complete tasks such as search the Internet, send e-mails, enter and format text using a wordprocessor and manage files.

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Enrol early to avoid disappointment.

New DirectionsThere are various ways for you to enrol on a course at New Directions.

OnlineYou can enrol by visiting the New Directions website:newdirectionsreading.co.uk

By phoneYou can enrol by calling New Directions. Have your credit card or debit card details handy.0345 842 0012

In personYou can enrol by visiting North,South and Central Readingcentres. Payment can be madeby credit or debit card or by cheque.

Central Reading Centre2nd Floor, Reading Central Library, Abbey Square, Reading, RG1 3BQ

North Reading CentreArchway Road (next to Waitrose car park), Caversham, Reading, RG4 8HX

South Reading Centre330 Northumberland Avenue (opposite AcademySport), Reading, RG2 8DH

How to join a course Reading CollegeYou can enrol anytime before the start of the course as the Reading College Student Information Services Centre is open throughout the year.

OnlineYou can enrol by visiting the Reading College website:reading-college.ac.uk By phoneYou can enrol by calling Reading College on: 0800 371 434

In personVisit the Reading College Student Information Services Centre at Kings Road and one of their advisers will be happy to enrol you.

Kings Road CampusKings Road, Reading, RG1 4HJ

Reading Museum & Town Hall By phoneYou can book by calling Reading Museum & Town Hall on:0118 937 3400

OnlineYou can enquire by visiting the Reading Museum & Town Hall website: readingmuseum.org.uk or e-mail: [email protected] In personVisit the Reading Museum & Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH


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Museum of English Rural LifePlaces on some of MERL’s courses, workshops and events are limited and booking is required.

OnlineYou can book by visiting the MERL website:reading.ac.uk/merl/dayschools or by emailing: [email protected] By phoneYou can book by calling MERL on: 0118 378 8660

In personVisit MERL at the University of Reading, Redlands Road, Reading, RH1 5EX

WEA ReadingWEA Reading courses are administered by volunteers who are able to give you detailed information about their programme including course fees and concessions.

By phoneYou can enrol by calling WEA Reading on:0118 946 4137

OnlineYou can enquire by emailing: [email protected] or visiting: wea.org.uk

Visit your local libraryYou can pick up a free WEA Reading Course Brochure at your local library.

Graft Thames ValleyBy phoneYou can book by calling Graft Thames Valley on:0118 986 9933

OnlineEnquire online:graft.org.uk or e-mail [email protected]

In personVisit Graft at the MAPP Centre, 22-24 Mount Pleasant, Reading, RG1 2TD

Reading Sport & LeisureFor further information on future courses please contact Kelly Banyard on 0118 937 5158 or e-mail [email protected]



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Reading Community Learning CentreBy phoneYou can book by calling Reading Community Learning Centre on: 0118 959 5455

OnlineEnquire online:www.rclc.btck.co.uk or e-mail: [email protected]

In personVisit Reading Community Learning Centre, 10 Eaton Place, Reading, RG1 7LP

Ruskin CollegeBy phoneYou can book by calling Ruskin College on: 0118 959 5455

OnlineEnquire online:www.ruskin.ac.uk or e-mail:[email protected]

In personWalton Street, Oxford OX1 2HE

Spark EduCare Learning CentreBy phone0118 951 3065

In personUnit 1, The Hope Centre, 350 Basingstoke Road, Buckland Road Junction, Reading, RG2 0NT

South StreetBy phone0118 960 6060

OnlineEnquire online: www.readingarts.com or e-mail: [email protected] In person21 South Street, Reading, RG1 4QU

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Venue Maps & DetailsHamilton Road Centre135 Bulmershe Road, Reading, RG1 5SG

Reading CollegeKings Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4HJ

RISC35-39 London Street, Reading, RG1 4PS

Randolph College141 Whiteknights Road, Reading RG6 7BD

Friends Meeting House2 Church Street, Reading, RG1 2SB

MAPP Centre22-24 Mount Pleasant, Reading, RG1 2TD

Museum of Rural LifeUniversity of Reading, Redlands Road, Reading, RG1 5EX

Reading Museum & Town HallBlagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH

Meadway Sports CentreConwy Close, RG30 4BZ

Highdown Sports CentreSurley Row, RG4 8NT

Central Swimming PoolBattle Street, RG1 7NU

Palmer Park Sports StadiumWokingham Road, RG6 1LF

Arthur Hill Pool & Fitness StudioKings Road, RG1 4LS

Spark EduCare Learning CentreUnit 1, The Hope Centre, 350 Basingstoke Road, Buckland Road Junction, Reading RG2 0NT

Reading Community Learning Centre 10 Eaton Place, Reading, RG1 7LP

Ruskin CollegeWalton Street, Oxford OX1 2HE

South Street21 South Street, Reading, RG1 4QU


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New Directions South Reading Centre330 Northumberland Avenue, Reading, RG2 8DH

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