COURSES for people with learning disabilities 2018 19 Colchester Clacton Harwich
This brochure tells you about our courses and the centres where they are available. Please have a look at our learning opportunities and choose the learning pathway that is right for you. When you have made your choices, go to the centre pages of this brochure to find out about our enrolment process. The brochure will tell you when you can book an appointment to come and meet with a member of our staff. Extra appointments will be available after these dates. There is a list of what to bring to your meeting and to help you enrol. Please bring these with you. Please fill out the form with your information and course choices and bring this with you too. It is important to us that you feel safe. Our staff are trained in Safeguarding and Prevent to help make our centres safe places to learn. We provide equal access to our services for everyone. 2 We look forward to seeing you soon to help you enrol.
Progress in Learning: Community Learning We offer a wide range of courses to promote creativity, social inclusion, health and wellbeing. All courses track personal progress and achievements using an individual leaning plan. You will be set individual goals linked to your long term goals. Courses include those designed for learners with profound and complex needs, Autism or mental health difficulty. Some of these courses may support progression into accredited or mainstream courses. You will need to pay money for these courses. Progress in Learning: Independent Living Learners wishing to develop English, Maths and ICT for everyday life and work may want to consider one of these courses. Learners will have an opportunity to work towards a Gateway qualification along with developing their own personal targets which will support personal growth and future achievements. These courses will also support you to develop your independence, confidence and social inclusion as well as developing your basic skills for life and work. These courses may be free if you meet the criteria. 3
Progress in Learning: Employment Learners wishing to work towards voluntary or paid employment may join a range of work based courses such as Employability, Workskills or Volunteering. Learners will take part in practical and classroom based learning which supports skills such as health and safety, working in a team, interview skills, writing a CV and personal presentation skills. Practical activities may include working in the college or library café, growing and selling plants or working in one of the college shops. A number of short courses including First Aid for Work, Reading and Writing for Work and CV Writing are also available across many centres. You will follow personal goals and where appropriate work towards a qualification. Guidance on progression into employment or voluntary work will be provided. 4
Young people under 25 with an Educational Health Care Plan will need to attend an interview and induction programme in preparation for joining ACL. Learners will follow a range of programmes based around their learning needs and long term goals. Learners will be able to follow programmes which include English, maths, employment and enrichment courses. They will also be linked to a mentor tutor to support them during their at college. Some young people will prefer to join a range of courses to support their social and personal development. For further information: Telephone: 0345 603 7635 Internet: www.aclessex.com 5
Contents Acorn Suite Harwich 7 8 Clacton 9 20 Colchester 21 46 Enrolment details 25 28 Index 47 48 Venues ACL Acorn Suite Harwich Royal Oak, Acorn Suite, Dovercourt, Harwich CO12 3PL ACL Clacton St. Osyth Road Clacton-on-Sea CO15 3BN ACL Colchester Wilson Marriage Barrack Street Colchester CO1 2LR 6
Art and Creativity for Health Develop your art and craft skills whilst improving your community inclusion and social skills. Improve your awareness of colour and shape and experience working with a wide variety of materials. date Wednesday 12/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Acorn Suite Harwich Community Progress Improve your community inclusion and social skills by taking part in, and helping to run, activities including craft work, gentle exercises and team games. date Tuesday 11/09/2018 6.30pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Tuesday 22/01/2019 6.30pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 7
Acorn Suite Harwich Gardening for Independence Improve your independence when working in the garden. Learn how to grow and look after flowers and vegetables. You will also learn about health and safety. date Wednesday 12/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 8
Art and Creativity for Health Develop your art and craft skills whilst improving your community inclusion and social skills. Improve your awareness of colour and shape and experience working with a wide variety of materials. Clacton date Monday 10/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Computers for Independence Improve your independence and communication skills by using a computer and ipad for everyday life. Learn to work with others and be aware of internet safety. This course will improve your confidence and develop your personal skills, including working as part of a group. date Friday 14/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Friday 25/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 9
Clacton Confidence through Drama Develop your personal skills, selfconfidence and ability to work in a team through drama, mime, music and movement. date Tuesday 11/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Tuesday 22/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Cooking For Independence Increase your independence in the kitchen with this advanced cookery course. Learn how to prepare and cook basic snacks and meals and learn basic health and safety rules for the kitchen. date Wednesday 12/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 10
CV Writing This is a course for people with a learning disability wishing to apply for jobs and prepare a professional CV. Clacton date Friday 22/03/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 11 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria Employability This course is for people with a learning disability wishing to gain skills for employment. Learners will take part in a number of activities which include making and selling crafts, growing and selling garden produce, making and selling drinks to learners in the centre. You will learn health and safety, money and customer care skills. date Monday 10/09/2018 10am 4 hrs 30 mins 34 * Tuesday 11/09/2018 10am 4 hrs 30 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 11
Clacton Employability Café This is a course for people with a learning disability wishing to gain skills for work. You will learn about food safety, hygiene and how to serve customers. Learners in this class will sell drinks and snacks to the public, manage money, order stock and keep serving and preparation areas clean. date Thursday 13/09/2018 10am 4 hrs 30 mins 34 * Friday 14/09/2018 10am 4 hrs 30 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria Food Safety This is a course for people with a learning disability wishing to gain a greater awareness of food safety, personal hygiene and safe food preparation. date Friday 14/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 11 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 12
Functional English Improve independence by developing your skills in communication, reading and writing. You will have the opportunity to work towards a qualification. Clacton date Monday 10/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * Tuesday 11/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria Functional Maths Develop your numeracy for everyday life and employment; including money and telling the. You will have the opportunity to work towards a qualification. date Wednesday 12/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * Friday 14/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 13
Clacton Functional Skills ICT Develop your digital skills for everyday life and employment. You will be able to learn about the safe use of digital technology, how to search for information and how to enter and edit information. You will have the opportunity to work towards a qualification. date Tuesday 11/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria Gardening for Independence Improve your independence when working in the garden. Learn how to grow and look after flowers and vegetables. You will also learn about health and safety. date Wednesday 12/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 14
Gentle Exercise for Health Improve your physical and mental health through gentle exercise, movement and games. This course is suitable for people who wish to remain flexible and active. Clacton date Thursday 13/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Thursday 24/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Health and Beauty Learn about skin care, make up, clothes, how to be healthy and how to manage doctors and dentist appointments. date Wednesday 12/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 15
Clacton Home Baking for Independence Develop your independence in the kitchen by preparing and baking cakes, biscuits, breads and savoury snacks. Learn basic health and safety rules for the kitchen. date Wednesday 12/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Jewellery Making for Creativity and Health Improve your community inclusion and social skills by using a range of materials to create your own personal jewellery. This course will improve your confidence and develop your personal skills, including working as part of a group. date Wednesday 12/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 16
Looking After Myself Learn how to take care of your health and personal care as well as how to keep safe in the home and community. Make the most of your appearance by learning how to look after your hair, skin and nails and dressing for different occasions. Manage health appointments such as doctors and dentist. Clacton date Monday 10/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Manual Handling This is a course for people with a learning disability wishing to learn how to lift and move heavy or awkward objects safely. date Friday 07/12/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 11 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 17
Clacton Maths and English for Work This is a course for people with a learning disability who wish to learn basic maths and English for work. This may include CV writing, keeping, managing money, reading instructions and effective communication. date Friday 14/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 11 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria Music and Movement Improve your physical and mental health by listening to different types of music, taking part in singing, movement and percussion. date Thursday 13/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Thursday 24/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 18
Performance and Creativity for Independence Increase your performance and drama skills with this advanced drama course. Improve your independence and communication skills through mime, music and movement. Clacton date Tuesday 11/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Tuesday 22/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Sensory Improve community inclusion and social skills. Develop your awareness of people, places and objects. Learners must attend with support. date Wednesday 12/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 19
Clacton Yoga for Health and Relaxation Improve your physical and mental health through yoga. Learn how to move your body and calm your mind. date Monday 10/09/2018 1.30pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 1.30pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 20
Art and Creativity for Health Develop your art and craft skills whilst improving your community inclusion and social skills. Improve your awareness of colour and shape and experience working with a wide variety of materials. Colchester date Wednesday 12/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Art for Health and Wellbeing Improve your community inclusion and mental health by learning how to express yourself through art. date Wednesday 23/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 21
Colchester Beginners First Aid This is a course for people with a learning disability who wish to learn how to deal with basic emergencies when at work. date Tuesday 11/09/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 11 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria Building and Maintenance Improve your employability skills by developing skills required to work in the building and maintenance trade. date Friday 14/09/2018 3.30pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Friday 25/01/2019 3.30pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 22
Community Art for Health Develop your art and craft skills whilst improving your community inclusion and social skills. Improve your awareness of colour and shape and experience working with a wide variety of materials whilst creating collaborative work to be displayed to the public. Colchester date Wednesday 12/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Community Inclusion Increase your community inclusion and social skills by finding out about your local area; the town, clubs, local services and amenities. date Thursday 13/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Thursday 24/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 23
Colchester Computers for Independence Improve your independence and communication skills by using a computer and ipad for everyday life. Learn to work with others and be aware of internet safety. This course will improve your confidence and develop your personal skills, including working as part of a group. date Monday 10/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Confidence through Drama Develop your personal skills, selfconfidence and ability to work in a team through drama, mime, music and movement. date Thursday 13/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Thursday 24/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 24
Enrolment: All learners will meet with a member of the LD team to help plan their learning programme. Dates for LD enrolment across ACL 2018 returning learners Venue Initial dates Time Colchester 18 22 June 9.30am 3.30pm Clacton 25 29 June 9.30am 3.30pm Colchester 20 and 24 August 9.30am 3.30pm Clacton 28 31 August 9.30am 3.30pm Enrolment details As an existing learner you can book an appointment for one of the dates above to discuss your learning and update your paperwork. You can book your appointment directly with our reception staff. New learner interviews will be available by appointment only. Please contact us via the Call Centre on: 0345 6037635 25
Things you will need to bring with you to your appointment. Enrolment details This information will be used to help you enrol and keep you safe when you are learning with us. Contact details including a second emergency number if available. Your National Insurance Number. Educational Health Care Plan, Risk Assessments and Care Plans. Qualification details. Money, cheque book or debit card to pay for your courses. Name, address and phone number of your doctor, in case we need to contact them in an emergency. Details of any medical conditions and allergies. Details of any medication that may affect you at college. 26
Name: Address: Contact Number: Long Term Goal: Date of Birth: Please tick your primary/main difficulty or disability. (2 max 1 physical 1 Learning) Aspergers Syndrome Other physical disability Autism spectrum disorder Other specific learning difficulty Disability affecting mobility Profound complex disabilities Dyscalculia Severe learning difficulty Dyslexia Social & emotional difficulties Hearing impairment Temporary disability after illness or accident Mental ill health Speech, language and communication needs Moderate learning difficulty Visual impairment Other disability Other learning difficulty Other medical condition (e.g. epilepsy, asthma, diabetes) Prefer not to say Enrolment details I confirm that I/the learner (Parent, Guardian or main carer) agree to the above and that this information can be shared with other staff within Adult Community Learning as appropriate. I understand that you are collecting this information to keep me safe and support me while I am learning with ACL. Signed... Date... Self-Declaration Please note; Courses which lead to a qualification may be free if you meet the following criteria. 27
Enrolment details I have a national Insurance number In receipt of JSA (Job Seekers Allowance), ESA WRAG (Employment and Support Allowance Work Related Activity Group) or Universal Credit In receipt of other state benefit and earning less than 338 per month (individual claims) or 541 per month (household claims) I would like a job I am over 19 This course is relevant to my employment prospects and the local labour market needs. Course Request Form Courses requested in order of preference. Admin use only Course Title ACL Centre Code Approved 1 2 3 4 5 6 Comments: Reasons for course approval/decline: Progression routes advised: 28 For further information: Telephone: 0345 603 7635 Cecilia Brindle Cecilia.brindle@essex.gov.uk Sharron Howard Sharron.howard@essex.gov.uk Internet: www.aclessex.com All your information will be kept securely.
Cooking For Independence Increase your independence in the kitchen with this advanced cookery course. Learn how to prepare and cook basic snacks and meals and learn basic health and safety rules for the kitchen. Colchester date Friday 14/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Friday 25/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 12/09/2018 3.30pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 3.30pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Cooking Healthy Snacks for independence Develop your independence in the kitchen by learning how to plan and make healthy snacks. Learn about food safety and hygiene. This course will develop your personal skills, including making choices, solving problems and working in a group. date Friday 14/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Friday 25/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 29
Colchester Creative Writing for Health & Wellbeing Improve your Community inclusion and mental health by learning how to express yourself through creative writing. date Monday 10/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 CV Writing This is a course for people with a learning disability wishing to apply for jobs and prepare a professional CV. date Friday 22/03/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 11 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 30
Dance for Health Improve your physical and mental health by taking part in a range of dance and movement to improve fitness. Colchester date Tuesday 11/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Tuesday 22/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Dancing Together With Autism Improve community inclusion and social skills by developing an awareness of music and improve health through dance and movement together whilst building the bond between staff and student. date Tuesday 11/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Tuesday 22/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 31
Colchester Employability Café This is a course for people with a learning disability wishing to gain skills for work. You will learn about food safety, hygiene and how to serve customers. Learners in this class will sell drinks and snacks to the public, manage money, order stock and keep serving and preparation areas clean. date Monday 10/09/2018 10am 4 hrs 30 mins 34 * Tuesday 11/09/2018 10am 4 hrs 30 mins 34 * Wednesday 12/09/2018 10am 4 hrs 30 mins 34 * Friday 14/09/2018 10am 4 hrs 30 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 32
Employability Gardening This course is for people with a learning disabilities who wish to gain skills for working in a garden or garden centre. Learn how to work safely and take part in practical tasks such as planting, weeding and digging. Colchester date Thursday 13/09/2018 10am 4 hrs 30 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria Employability Shop This course is for people with a learning disability wishing to gain skills for employment. You will learn about customer care, managing money and how to make and sell goods to the public. date Friday 14/09/2018 10am 4 hrs 30 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 33
Colchester Fa Shu for Health and Relaxation Improve you physical and mental health by taking part in a range of activities to learn about the discipline of oriental arts. This course will also improve your independence, confidence and self-esteem. date Wednesday 12/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Food Safety This is a course for people with a learning disability wishing to gain a greater awareness of food safety, personal hygiene and safe food preparation. date Tuesday 19/03/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 11 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 34
Functional English Improve independence by developing your skills in communication, reading and writing. You will have the opportunity to work towards a qualification. Colchester date Monday 10/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * Thursday 13/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * Friday 14/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria Functional Maths Develop your numeracy for everyday life and employment; including money and telling the. You will have the opportunity to work towards a qualification. date Monday 10/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * Wednesday 12/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 35
Colchester Functional Skills ICT Develop your digital skills for everyday life and employment. You will be able to learn about the safe use of digital technology, how to search for information and how to enter and edit information. You will have the opportunity to work towards a qualification. date Thursday 13/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * Friday 14/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria Health and Beauty Learn about skin care, make up, clothes, how to be healthy and how to manage doctors and dentist appointments. date Monday 10/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 36
Home Baking for Independence Develop your independence in the kitchen by preparing and baking cakes, biscuits, breads and savoury snacks. Learn basic health and safety rules for the kitchen. Colchester date Monday 10/09/2018 3.30pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 3.30pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Jewellery Making for Creativity and Health Improve your community inclusion and social skills by using a range of materials to create your own personal jewellery. This course will improve your confidence and develop your personal skills, including working as part of a group. date Monday 10/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 37
Colchester Looking After Myself Learn how to take care of your health and personal care as well as how to keep safe in the home and community. Make the most of your appearance by learning how to look after your hair, skin and nails and dressing for different occasions. Manage health appointments such as doctors and dentist. date Monday 10/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Making a Community Magazine Improve your community inclusion and social skills whilst creating a magazine of written articles and pictures. You will also develop your literacy and ICT skills for everyday life and work. date Monday 10/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 38
Manual Handling This is a course for people with a learning disability wishing to learn how to lift and move heavy or awkward objects safely. Colchester date Friday 07/12/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 11 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria Maths and English for Work This is a course for people with a learning disability who wish to learn basic maths and English for work. This may include CV writing, keeping, managing money, reading instructions and effective communication. date Friday 14/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 11 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 39
Colchester Music and Movement Improve your physical and mental health by listening to different types of music, taking part in singing, movement and percussion. date Thursday 13/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Thursday 24/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Personal Appearance for Work This is a course for people with a learning disability who wish to learn how to present themselves for work or an interview. date Tuesday 04/12/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 11 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 40
Pottery and Creativity for Health Improve your physical and mental health by working with clay. Learn to use basic pottery and decorating techniques. Colchester date Friday 14/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Friday 25/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Pottery and Creativity for Health Advanced Improve your physical and mental health by working with clay. Learn to use advanced pottery and decorating techniques. For experienced pottery students. date Friday 14/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Friday 25/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 41
Colchester Sensory Improve community inclusion and social skills. Develop your awareness of people, places and objects. Learners must attend with support. date Tuesday 11/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Tuesday 22/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Tuesday 11/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Tuesday 22/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 12/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 12/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Sensory Art Develop your community inclusion and social skills social through a range of creative activities using a multi-sensory approach. Learners must attend with support. 42 date Thursday 13/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Thursday 24/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Thursday 13/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Thursday 24/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65
Sensory Sport Develop community inclusion, social skills and independence by taking part in a range of exercises that promote co-ordination, confidence and recognition of movement. Learners must attend with support. Colchester date Friday 14/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Friday 25/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Sport and Fitness for Health Improve your physical and mental health by taking part in a range of sports and exercises to improve fitness. date Monday 10/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 43
Colchester Tai Chi for Health and Relaxation Improve your physical and mental health and move towards a healthier life style, using slow flowing movements and breathing exercises. This course will improve your confidence and develop your personal skills. date Wednesday 12/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Wednesday 23/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Textiles and Creativity for Health Develop community inclusion and social skills when using a range of fabrics to develop sewing, knitting, printing and weaving skills. date Friday 14/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Friday 25/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 44
TV, Film and Books Improve your literacy and communication skills for everyday life and employment by taking part in a range of activities exploring television programmes, books and films. This course will improve your confidence and develop your personal skills. Colchester date Monday 10/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Volunteering This is a course for people with a learning disability wishing to gain a voluntary work placement. Find out about voluntary organisations, learn how to present yourself, work with other people and about the role of a volunteer. date Tuesday 11/09/2018 1pm 2 hrs 15 mins 34 * *This course may be free if you meet the criteria 45
Colchester Yoga for Health and Relaxation Improve your physical and mental health through yoga. Learn how to move your body and calm your mind. date Monday 10/09/2018 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 Monday 21/01/2019 10am 2 hrs 15 mins 14 97.65 46
A Art and Creativity for Health...7, 9, 21 Art for Health and Wellbeing...21 B Beginners First Aid...22 Building and Maintenance...22 C Community Art for Health...23 Community Inclusion...23 Community Progress...7 Computers for Independence...9, 24 Confidence through Drama...10, 24 Cooking For Independence...10, 29 Cooking Healthy Snacks for independence...29 Creative Writing for Health & Wellbeing...30 CV Writing...11, 30 D Dance for Health...31 Dancing Together With Autism...31 E Employability..4, 11, 32, 33 Employability Café...12, 32 Employability Gardening...33 Employability Shop...33 F Fa Shu for Health and Relaxation...34 Food Safety...12, 34 Functional English...13, 35 Functional Maths...13, 35 Functional Skills ICT..14, 36 G Gardening for Independence...8, 14 Gentle Exercise for Health...15 H Health and Beauty...15, 36 Home Baking for Independence...16, 37 J Jewellery Making for Creativity and Health...16, 37 L Looking After Myself.17, 38 Acorn Suite Harwich 47
Index M Making a Community Magazine...38 Manual Handling...17, 39 Maths and English for Work...18, 39 Music and Movement...18, 40 P Performance and Creativity for Independence...19 Personal Appearance for Work...40 Pottery and Creativity for Health...41 Pottery and Creativity for Health Advanced...41 S Sensory...19, 42 Sensory Art...42 Sensory Sport...43 Sport and Fitness for Health...43 T Tai Chi for Health and Relaxation...44 Textiles and Creativity for Health...44 TV, Film and Books...45 V Volunteering... 45 Y Yoga for Health and Relaxation...20, 46 48 Symbols designed and produced by the Learning Disabilities Speech and Language Therapy Department, Anglian Community Enterprise (CIC)
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This information is issued by: Essex County Council Adult Community Learning (ACL) CDS 190198 Contact us: sharron.howard@essex.gov.uk cecilia.brindle@essex.gov.uk www.aclessex.com 0345 603 7635 twitter.com/aclessex facebook.com/aclessex The information contained in this document can be translated, and/or made available in alternative formats, on request. Published April 2018.