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The purpose of this qualification is to provide an introduction to the early development of the brain in babies and young children from birth to 7 years of age. It looks at how the social brain develops, the limbic system and self-regulation.

Mode of attendance: Flexible

Number of weeks: 12

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course

Greener Curriculum

This qualification will introduce you to the basic issues of sustainability.

Mode of attendance: Online

Start date: Monday, 28 April 2025

Number of weeks: 10

Time: 18:30 - 20:30

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course

Arts and Crafts

Have you wanted to sketch and draw outside before? The aim of this course is to provide you with useful tips and to help you develop your confidence at sketching outside.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 6 June 2025

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: The Gather, Ennerdale

Full fee: £60.00
Concessionary fee: £30.00
Staff fee: £51.00

Arts and Crafts

Bring your drawings to life by adding colour. This course will revise basic drawing techniques and introduce you to using a watercolour wash.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 25 April 2025

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: The Gather, Ennerdale

Full fee: £60.00
Concessionary fee: £30.00
Staff fee: £51.00

Arts and Crafts

This course will take you through the basic skills needed for drawing and introduce you to some exciting and interesting ways to create dramatic and lively drawings.

Mode of attendance: Online

Start date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Venue: Online Delivery

Full fee: £82.50
Concessionary fee: £41.25
Staff fee: £70.13

Arts and Crafts

Have you wanted to sketch and paint outside before but felt uncomfortable because people are watching? The aim of this course is to provide you with useful tips and to help you develop your confidence at sketching and using watercolour paint outside.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 3 June 2025

Number of weeks: 7

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: The Gather, Ennerdale

Full fee: £84.00
Concessionary fee: £42.00
Staff fee: £71.40

Arts and Crafts

A course for those who enjoy experimenting and want to develop their use of watercolour further by incorporating inks.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 22 April 2025

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: The Gather, Ennerdale

Full fee: £60.00
Concessionary fee: £30.00
Staff fee: £51.00

Arts and Crafts

To inspire beginners, who have an interest in watercolour, to develop their sketching skills prior to painting.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 25 February 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: The Gather, Ennerdale

Fully Booked

Arts and Crafts

Join experienced artist Karen MacDougall to explore the joy of watercolour, learning essential techniques such as washes, using colour and creating form. This course aims to have you painting as quickly as possible, so you can enjoy your new hobby!

Mode of attendance: Online

Start date: Monday, 28 April 2025

Number of weeks: 10

Time: 18:30 - 20:30

Venue: Online Delivery

Full fee: £110.00
Concessionary fee: £55.00
Staff fee: £93.50

Employability

The qualification is suitable for a wide range of learners who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of allergy awareness. It is designed for those who wish to understand allergies, the causes of allergies and what to do in case of an allergic reaction. There are three optional units which cater for those in different sectors: those who work in childcare, those who work with adults, and those who work in the service sector

Mode of attendance: Flexible

Number of weeks: 7

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course