Brief Description:

This course is aimed at anyone who wants to begin their journey to learn patchwork and quilting. The tutor aims to cover a variety of common techniques and the blocks can be repeated to make into anything from a large quilt, to a cushion or a bag. Ideal for anyone wanting to make a baby quilt. Others may wish to attend to perfect their skills and be guided to work on a personal project.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Basic experience in using a sewing machine is essential such as being able to wind a bobbin, thread up the machine and sew in a straight line. Patchwork is much easier to access than dressmaking and is a great way to use even basic sewing skills to be creative.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the eight-week course, newcomers will have the opportunity to:

• learn all about fabric preparation and how to use the correct tools and equipment such as a rotary cutter and mat
• sew an accurate ¼” seam and learn why it’s important
• be guided to make traditional block and not so traditional blocks
• learn the basics of quilting and binding
• develop your design skills with colour and shapes

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

The centre has several sewing machines to use or you may prefer to bring your own. You will need your own plastic bobbins/spools as well as basic equipment such as fabric scissors and pins.

In time you will need to purchase your own rotary cutter, mat and ruler.

Patchwork weight fabric is required and places like Hobby Craft will have small packs of ‘fat quarters’ at a reasonable price.

Whilst not essential, more progress will be made if learners have access to a sewing machine at home.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Fabric scissors, a notebook, some fine pins and some cotton fabric such a pack of fat quarters. It’s a good idea to have a colour scheme in mind from the start. The tutor is keen that you resist spending a lot of money on special tools and equipment. This will come in time depending on your needs and pocket.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Consider returning for another term where you can pick up where you left off to explore even more blocks and extend your skills with more challenging blocks and techniques
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Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more

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Brief Description:

This Acting Foundation course will offer you a foundation in acting. Working through a variety of theatre games, improvisations and techniques, you will be encouraged to explore your imagination and gain confidence in vocal and physical skills. We will use both contemporary and classical text and progress to in-class presentations of scenes and monologues.

Please note: There will be no class on Thursday 17th October (due to a school event) and Thursday 31st October (half term).

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• strengthen your ability to speak in public
• gain a basic understanding of a variety of acting techniques
• work on contemporary and classical scenes or monologues

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

There may be an opportunity to purchase a script to use during the class. This would not exceed £10.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Wear comfortable clothing

ON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, WHAT MIGHT YOUR NEXT STEPS BE?

Acting Intermediate – Scene Study course

A higher level acting course.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturdays and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

This Acting Foundation course will offer you a foundation in acting. Working through a variety of theatre games, improvisations and techniques, you will be encouraged to explore your imagination and gain confidence in vocal and physical skills. We will use both contemporary and classical text and progress to in-class presentations of scenes and monologues.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• strengthen your ability to speak in public
• gain a basic understanding of a variety of acting techniques
• work on contemporary and classical scenes or monologues

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

There may be an opportunity to purchase a script to use during the class. This would not exceed £10.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Wear comfortable clothing

ON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, WHAT MIGHT YOUR NEXT STEPS BE?

Acting Intermediate – Scene Study course

A higher level acting course.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturdays and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

You should have completed the Acting Foundation course, or have had some acting training.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

Wear comfortable clothing

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

A higher level acting course.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturdays and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge.

Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

The Advanced English course is intended for learners who have a good command of English, and wish to develop a wider and more authentic range of vocabulary and grammar via listening, speaking and reading. It will focus on high-frequency but advanced language, both formal and informal, which can be used in all areas of everyday life.

Applicants for this course do not need to have passed any exams, but should preferably be able to use language flexibly and effectively for social, professional or academic purposes, and produce clear, well-structured, detailed speech on complex subjects. They should be able to cope with listening and reading exercises of a level equivalent to their own speaking or slightly higher.

The course can include practice of writing if there is demand for it, and individual requests for particular topics can be catered for.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE NEEDED?

You should be at a high B2 or C1 level. Adult learn and train ask all English as a Foreign Language learners to complete an assessment test for placement purposes. To book an appointment, call the office on 01223 712340.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Typical grammar topics covered include ways to create emphasis, conditional sentences and hypothetical situations, different uses of the infinitive and gerund (“-ing” form), relative clauses and the use of modal verbs such as will, must etc for ability, permission and logical deduction.

Vocabulary work will include idioms and slang, phrasal verbs, common collocations (word pairs), and how to generate different forms of words using prefixes and suffixes, as well as vocabulary on specific subjects such as work, leisure and education.

EXAMINATION FEES

There are no examinations for this course. If you would like to complete an exam, speak to your tutor you can advise you on venues, dates and prices of exams. This course only covers tuition.

FOR THE FIRST SESSION YOU WILL NEED TO BRING

A4 file, notebook and pen / pencil

ON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, WHAT MIGHT YOUR NEXT STEPS BE?

Your tutor will advise you.
The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

The Advanced English course is intended for learners who have a good command of English, and wish to develop a wider and more authentic range of vocabulary and grammar via listening, speaking and reading. It will focus on high-frequency but advanced language, both formal and informal, which can be used in all areas of everyday life.

Applicants for this course do not need to have passed any exams, but should preferably be able to use language flexibly and effectively for social, professional or academic purposes, and produce clear, well-structured, detailed speech on complex subjects. They should be able to cope with listening and reading exercises of a level equivalent to their own speaking or slightly higher.

The course can include practice of writing if there is demand for it, and individual requests for particular topics can be catered for.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE NEEDED?

You should be at a high B2 or C1 level. Adult learn and train ask all English as a Foreign Language learners to complete an assessment test for placement purposes. To book an appointment, call the office on 01223 712340.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Typical grammar topics covered include ways to create emphasis, conditional sentences and hypothetical situations, different uses of the infinitive and gerund (“-ing” form), relative clauses and the use of modal verbs such as will, must etc for ability, permission and logical deduction.

Vocabulary work will include idioms and slang, phrasal verbs, common collocations (word pairs), and how to generate different forms of words using prefixes and suffixes, as well as vocabulary on specific subjects such as work, leisure and education.

EXAMINATION FEES

There are no examinations for this course. If you would like to complete an exam, speak to your tutor you can advise you on venues, dates and prices of exams. This course only covers tuition.

FOR THE FIRST SESSION YOU WILL NEED TO BRING

A4 file, notebook and pen / pencil

ON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, WHAT MIGHT YOUR NEXT STEPS BE?

Your tutor will advise you.
The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

Join me to find out how you can use Aromatherapy at home to relieve stress, improve your sleep and increase resilience to stress. Learn new Wellness tools in each session to address stress, relax, build emotional resilience, and bounce back!

You can use all these tools straight away to manage your stress levels day by day!

Session A: Aromatherapy for Stress Relief  

In this first session we find out how to harness the amazing properties of Aromatherapy essential oils at home & work to relax, de-stress and improve concentration. This is a brief introduction to Aromatherapy, methods of safe and convenient use of essential oils are taking center stage. There is a guided hand massage routine for relaxation. 

Session B: Better Sleep 

Sleepless nights undermine our wellbeing.  

A good night’s sleep allows you to tackle anything – we explore the importance of a sleep routine, including winding down, electric interference, light pollution, ventilation, the importance of food and more. We also look at the use of Aromatherapy essential oils to encourage refreshing sleep. There is a guided Relaxation Technique to help you wind down at night. 

Session C: Coping Strategies for Stress 

This session teaches a variety of tools to ease everyday stress levels, aid relaxation, increase motivation, and address your mood and emotions. 

We look at the role of Aromatic Interventions, Breathing Techniques, Morning Pages and Gratitude Journals. You also discover the Self-Havening Technique, a fantastic tool using the latest findings in Neuroscience, developed by the Ruden brothers in the US. Self-Havening helps you to increase resilience to stress, increase motivation and enables you to change your moods.  

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?  

No prior knowledge necessary. This class is suitable for female and male participants. 

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• Know how to use Aromatherapy essential oils in a safe and effective manner to relax, de-stress and improve concentration.  

• Apply the Relaxation and Massage techniques you learned during the course at home. 

• Understand how your sleep routine affects quality of sleep. 

• Use the Self-Havening Technique daily to build emotional and mental resilience. 

• Take some control to manage your stress levels by applying the information you have been given. 

Extra costs on the course for example textbook, materials or equipment:

None  I will provide some hand cream or aromatherapy blend for the hand massages in session 1 and 2. Perhaps you can reimburse me for this please.  The amount depends on the class size. 

For the first session you will need to bring:

 Nothing.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?   

You may want to delve deeper into Aromatherapy or other complementary therapies to help you further to reduce stress levels. 

Description:

Would you like to know more about famous artists? Would you like to join a friendly, enthusiastic group? If so, join my class! You don’t need a background in art to join, just a desire to know more. You will look at a different artist or sculptor each week, learn a bit more about their life and how their work developed during their career.

We will look at a different artist every week, from a variety of periods including, Joaquin Sorolla, Henri Matisse, Harmen Steenwyck, Mona Hatoum, Bridget Riley and more! Using vibrant images, video clips and a few quizzes along the way, it’s fun!

This course is fun, educational, and always inspiring!

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• Interpret a work of art.
• Discuss artworks with others
• Understand a little more about what Art History involves
• Meet like-minded people

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None, unless you wish to purchase books, or visit art Galleries. There will be invitations to watch Arts on Screen with the Tutor during the year as well.

For the first session you will need to bring:

A pen and notepad.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

From this course you may progress onto the Summer term course.

The Adult Learn and Train team is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you. Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturdays and Sundays; you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Description:

Would you like to know more about famous artists? Would you like to join a friendly, enthusiastic group? If so, join my class! You don’t need a background in art to join, just a desire to know more. You will look at a different artist or sculptor each week, learn a bit more about their life and how their work developed during their career.

We will look at a different artist every week, from a variety of periods including, Joaquin Sorolla, Henri Matisse, Harmen Steenwyck, Mona Hatoum, Bridget Riley and more! Using vibrant images, video clips and a few quizzes along the way, it’s fun!

This course is fun, educational, and always inspiring!

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• Interpret a work of art.
• Discuss artworks with others
• Understand a little more about what Art History involves
• Meet like-minded people

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None, unless you wish to purchase books, or visit art Galleries. There will be invitations to watch Arts on Screen with the Tutor during the year as well.

For the first session you will need to bring:

A pen and notepad.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

From this course you may progress onto the Spring term course.

The Adult Learn and Train team is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you. Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturdays and Sundays; you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Description:

Would you like to know more about famous artists? Would you like to join a friendly, enthusiastic group? If so, join my class! You don’t need a background in art to join, just a desire to know more. You will look at a different artist or sculptor each week, learn a bit more about their life and how their work developed during their career. We will look at a mix of traditional and living artists including Pablo Picasso, Andy Goldsworthy, Wassily Kandinsky, M.C Escher and Anthony Gormley. Using vibrant images, video clips, a few quizzes and possibly trips along the way. This course is fun, educational, and always inspiring!

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• Interpret a work of art.
• Discuss artworks with others
• Understand a little more about what Art History involves
• Meet like-minded people

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None, unless you wish to purchase books, or visit art Galleries. There will be invitations to watch Arts on Screen with the Tutor during the year as well.

For the first session you will need to bring:

A pen and notepad.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

From this course you may progress onto the Spring term course.

The Adult Learn and Train team is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you. Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturdays and Sundays; you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Description:

Would you like to know more about famous artists? Would you like to join a friendly, enthusiastic group? If so, join my class! You don’t need a background in art to join, just a desire to know more. You will look at a different artist or sculptor each week, learn a bit more about their life and how their work developed during their career. We will look at a mix of traditional and living artists including Pablo Picasso, Andy Goldsworthy, Wassily Kandinsky, M.C Escher and Anthony Gormley. Using vibrant images, video clips, a few quizzes and possibly trips along the way. This course is fun, educational, and always inspiring!

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• Interpret a work of art.
• Discuss artworks with others
• Understand a little more about what Art History involves
• Meet like-minded people

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None, unless you wish to purchase books, or visit art Galleries. There will be invitations to watch Arts on Screen with the Tutor during the year as well.

For the first session you will need to bring:

A pen and notepad.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

From this course you may progress onto the Spring term course.

The Adult Learn and Train team is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you. Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturdays and Sundays; you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description: 

A single section binding is the basis of Western bookbinding.  It is fairly easy to bind a single section but you have to understand how to handle materials and tools to achieve a good result.   We are going to use an A2 sheet of paper,  linen thread.  We also handle a bookbinding knife and needle.   

The tutor will give you a brief history of Western and Japanese bookbinding which will give you some insights of development of books and various writing tools. 

For a comparison, you will be introduced to a traditional Japanese book binding which is also fairly easy to make.  We will use Japanese paper and cotton thread.   

 In this day school you will be handling sharp tools so you must listen to health and safety instructions and take care in handling tools for your safety.   

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed? 

No need any experience of bookbinding 

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• know brief history of western bookbinding 

• know brief history of Japanese bookbinding 

• how to choose right materials for bookbinding  

• how to handle tools and materials of bookbinding 

For the first session you will need to bring:  

No need to bring anything. 

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

All equipment will be provided.  The materials are in the cost of the course.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Multi section binding. 

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s , you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more

Brief Description

Did you enjoy playing games as a kid? Do you like quizzes, reading, and meeting new people? How would you like to do all of the above in a new class starting this September?

In this class, you’ll learn to think in entirely new ways, test your observation skills, and have a lot of fun! This class is all about looking, listening, and reacting to what others do in a playful, safe environment. This is drama, but not in the traditional sense—no scripts, just pure imagination. It will challenge your observation skills, encourage you to think creatively, and help you make new friends along the way. If you need some fun in your life and want to improve your memory while getting a bit of exercise (mainly from laughing), come and join this class!

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No experience necessary. Just an interest in doing something fun!

How you will learn:

• ‘Looking’ games – testing your observation skills, in a group.
• Using props, the room and your imagination to answer questions
• Working in groups or pairs
• Taking part in treasure hunts, and other thought provoking games
• Using your imagination
• Using colour, words and your memory as you interact with others
• Improvisation is key!

Extra costs on the course for example textbook, materials or equipment

None! You just need to bring yourself and your imagination!

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

A follow-on course focusing on word association games.

The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year. Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new. You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

Breathe in, breathe out, and get ready to play with your breath in our “Breathwork Introduction” course! You will dive into a fun and playful journey and discover the magic of conscious breathing.  With easy-to-follow exercises and engaging sessions, you’ll be blowing away worries and inhaling happiness in no time. Suitable for all levels, this course will give you a really good insight and if you like it, the full course on a Thursday daytime will be the perfect next step in your breathwork journey .

Come join us and let’s have some fun with breathwork!

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None needed.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• Understand the basic fundamentals of healthy breathing
• Add tools to your toolbox to handle multiple life scenarios (e.g., emotional regulation, fostering relaxation, releasing stress)
• Develop a daily practice to increase your health and vitality
• Learn how to use breathwork as a meditative practice

For the first session you will need to bring:

Comfortable clothes, water bottle, yoga mat

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Enhance your breathwork practice in terms of a daily routine both for your health and in meditation.

Brief Description:

Are you interested in learning British Sign Language (BSL)? This introduction course will give you a taste of BSL.

Explore British Sign Language as a communication, and a language tool.
Topics covered will include deaf awareness, and receptive language skills.

BSL is now a recognised language, if you have always wanted to find out more, get booked onto the short, funded course.

Please note: The timing is different from the programme of courses – 2pm is the correct entry.

This course is funded by Cambridgeshire Skills, so full attendance is required; you will also need to complete an enrolment form so that the office can apply for the funding and complete an individual learning plan weekly with your tutor.

This course is fully funded if:
You are over 19 years old
You live within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough combined authority and have lived in the UK / an EEA country for the last 3 years.

Contact the office if you would like to confirm your eligibility.

If you do not qualify for funding but would still like to attend contact the office for a price.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

This course is suitable for learners who are new to signing. No experience needed.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Learn the alphabet
• Introduce yourself in BSL
• Learn signs for colours, weather and transport
• Look at receptive language skills

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

Pen/Pencil and notepad/paper

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Level 1 accredited course in BSL.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

Are you interested in learning British Sign Language (BSL)? This introduction course will give you a taste of BSL.

Explore British Sign Language as a communication, and a language tool.
Topics covered will include deaf awareness, and receptive language skills.

BSL is now a recognised language, if you have always wanted to find out more, get booked onto the short, funded course.

Please note: The timing is different from the programme of courses – 2pm is the correct entry.

This course is funded by Cambridgeshire Skills, so full attendance is required; you will also need to complete an enrolment form so that the office can apply for the funding and complete an individual learning plan weekly with your tutor.

This course is fully funded if:
You are over 19 years old
You live within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough combined authority and have lived in the UK / an EEA country for the last 3 years.

Contact the office if you would like to confirm your eligibility.

If you do not qualify for funding but would still like to attend contact the office for a price.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

This course is suitable for learners who are new to signing. No experience needed.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Learn the alphabet
• Introduce yourself in BSL
• Learn signs for colours, weather and transport
• Look at receptive language skills

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

Pen/Pencil and notepad/paper

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Level 1 accredited course in BSL.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

Are you interested in learning British Sign Language (BSL)? This introduction course will give you a taste of BSL.

Explore British Sign Language as a communication, and a language tool.
Topics covered will include deaf awareness, and receptive language skills.

BSL is now a recognised language, if you have always wanted to find out more, get booked onto the short, funded course.

This course is funded by Cambridgeshire Skills, so full attendance is required; you will also need to complete an enrolment form so that the office can apply for the funding and complete an individual learning plan weekly with your tutor.

This course is fully funded if:
You are over 19 years old
You live within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough combined authority and have lived in the UK / an EEA country for the last 3 years.

Contact the office if you would like to confirm your eligibility.

If you do not qualify for funding but would still like to attend contact the office for a price.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

This course is suitable for learners who are new to signing. No experience needed.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Learn the alphabet
• Introduce yourself in BSL
• Learn signs for colours, weather and transport
• Look at receptive language skills

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

Pen/Pencil and notepad/paper

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Level 1 accredited course in BSL.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

Are you interested in learning British Sign Language (BSL)? This introduction course will give you a taste of BSL.

Explore British Sign Language as a communication, and a language tool.
Topics covered will include deaf awareness, and receptive language skills.

BSL is now a recognised language, if you have always wanted to find out more, get booked onto the short, funded course.

This course is funded by Cambridgeshire Skills, so full attendance is required; you will also need to complete an enrolment form so that the office can apply for the funding and complete an individual learning plan weekly with your tutor.

This course is fully funded if:
You are over 19 years old
You live within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough combined authority and have lived in the UK / an EEA country for the last 3 years.

Contact the office if you would like to confirm your eligibility.

If you do not qualify for funding but would still like to attend contact the office for a price.

Please note: There will be no class on Thursday 17th October (due to a school event) and Thursday 31st October (half term).

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

This course is suitable for learners who are new to signing. No experience needed.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Learn the alphabet
• Introduce yourself in BSL
• Learn signs for colours, weather and transport
• Look at receptive language skills

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

Pen/Pencil and notepad/paper

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Level 1 accredited course in BSL.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description

If you’re fascinated by calligraphy and lettering, come along and join us. This is a practical and creative class, where you’ll learn to write various scripts using a broad-edged nib, and then use the scripts in small projects.

Calligraphy is a very different thing from normal day-to-day handwriting. The scripts you’ll learn are based on historical manuscripts going back many hundreds of years. Each has different features and over time you’ll develop skills in a variety of scripts. It helps a lot if you are able to practise a little at home in between classes.

You’ll learn a little about the history of each script and the key manuscripts of the period, before trying your hand at your own version.

You’ll also explore the skills involved in calligraphic layout and design, so that you can use the scripts in personal projects such as greetings cards, and writing out favourite poems and quotations. You’ll also learn to use colour in your work.

You will have the opportunity to work towards a Certificate of Calligraphy. This is awarded by CLAS (Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society). Many of my students have achieved this in one or more scripts and it’s an excellent way to make progress with learning a calligraphic script. More experienced students may also work towards a Foundation Level Diploma. Working towards these awards is of course entirely optional.

CLAS also hosts an annual one-day exhibition in London which is open to calligraphers of all abilities, including beginners. Some of my students have enjoyed the challenge of designing a calligraphic piece to send in for display. Each year in March, a group of us travels down to London for the annual CLAS day, which includes admiring the exhibition.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

The class is a mixed level class – particularly suitable for complete beginners, but those with prior calligraphic experience are also very welcome.

Calligraphy is an art form in its own right, and you do not need any experience or skill in other art forms to enjoy it. However, if you already enjoy other art forms (e.g. painting or drawing) you might combine them with your calligraphy.

Aims and Objectives:

• An overview of how today’s calligraphy relates to historical scripts.
• Practical experience of using calligraphic tools.
• Introduction to various calligraphic scripts.
• Exploration of how calligraphy can be used to interpret a text.
• Practical experience of layout, including line spacing, colour, contrast, and the use of paste-up techniques.
• The opportunity to work on creative projects.
• The opportunity to work towards CLAS Certificates.
• The opportunity to develop a critical eye, discussing ideas with other members of the class, learning from each other.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

There is a bewildering array of pens, nibs and inks on the market, not all of which are suitable for our purposes, and I recommend that you do not obtain any supplies before attending the class. I will have the pens and ink you need for sale. Please bring cash – £5 will be sufficient to start with.

I will also have paper for sale, but if you prefer to bring your own then I recommend A3 smooth cartridge paper.

Students will need to purchase their own portable drawing board – I will give advice as to suitable types, and it will not be required for the first class. There will be two or three available to use in the classroom for people who are not able to bring their own.

I will provide many handouts as the term progresses, and you will find a ring binder or folder useful to store them. It is not essential to have a book, but for those who are interested, a book list will be provided. If you would like to obtain a book prior to the class (entirely optional), I recommend CALLIGRAPHY MADE EASY by Gaynor Goffe. It’s out of print, but second-hand copies are readily available.

For the first session you will need to bring:

All you need to bring is a ruler (30cm or longer), pencil, eraser, protractor, and an old jam jar to use as a water pot. A small, cheap brush will be useful for loading the pen with ink. A cloth or old tea towel to protect the table is also recommended.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The tutor will advise you.
The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturdays and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

If you love the beauty, light and warmth of a lit candle why not join us for a relaxed and informative workshop creating high-quality fragranced container candles and wax melts.

Perfect for gifting or for your own home to enjoy

This workshop is designed for total beginners and focuses on the use of natural waxes.

You will be guided through wax selection, wick sizing, fragrance choices, safety and regulatory requirements, giving you enough knowledge to make candles and melts yourself at home.

What will you make?:

During the workshop you will be making one travel candle, one large glass container candle and a variety of wax melts.

Previous Experience and Knowledge needed?

No experience needed.

Extra costs of the course?

All costs are included in the course fee. There may be an opportunity to purchase shop made products.

What you need to bring:

All necessary equipment and materials will be provided but a notebook and pen might be useful.

You may want to bring something to eat.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

If you enjoy candles at Christmas and love the beauty, light and warmth of a lit candle why not join us for a relaxed and informative workshop, creating high-quality fragranced container candles and wax melts.

Perfect for Christmas presents or for your own home this festive season.

This workshop is designed for total beginners and focuses on the use of natural waxes.

You will be guided through wax selection, wick sizing, fragrance choices, safety and regulatory requirements, giving you enough knowledge to make candles and melts yourself at home.

What will you make?

During the workshop you will be making one travel candle, one large glass container candle and a variety of wax melts.

Previous Experience and Knowledge needed?

No experience needed.

Extra costs of the course?

All costs are included in the course fee. There may be an opportunity to purchase shop made products.

What you need to bring:

All necessary equipment and materials will be provided but a notebook and pen might be useful.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturdays and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

You will have a very busy five hours working on basic bread making techniques!

You will make four breads: basic wholewheat, soft white rolls, soda bread and pizzas.

You will come away fired up to never buy a loaf of bread from the supermarket again!

The course includes the whole bread making cycle: yeast, mixing, proving, shaping and cooking.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No experience needed – just the desire to make bread.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course you will have the opportunity to:
 Reliably make bread
 Be aware of some the pitfalls
 Have the confidence to try new breads
 Make great pizzas

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

The tutor will bring the ingredients for the day. A fee has been added to the price to cover the cost of the Ingredients.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Apron, tea towel, dish cloth and a container to take your food home.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The college offers lots of exciting cookery classes throughout the year.
Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

You will have a very busy five hours working on basic bread making techniques!

You will make four breads: basic wholewheat, soft white rolls, soda bread and pizzas.

You will come away fired up to never buy a loaf of bread from the supermarket again!

The course includes the whole bread making cycle: yeast, mixing, proving, shaping and cooking.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No experience needed – just the desire to make bread.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course you will have the opportunity to:
 Reliably make bread
 Be aware of some the pitfalls
 Have the confidence to try new breads
 Make great pizzas

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

The tutor will bring the ingredients for the day. A fee has been added to the price to cover the cost of the Ingredients.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Apron, tea towel, dish cloth and a container to take your food home.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The college offers lots of exciting cookery classes throughout the year.
Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

Noodles… Don’t we all love Noodles?! How about a whole day of learning some tasty recipes inspired from Malaysian cuisine. You will be using various ingredients and different techniques to create some wonderful dishes.
All ingredients will be supplied for the course; please bring an apron, tea towel and dish cloth and get ready to learn some new recipes. The tutor will demonstrate and explain the dishes. You will then cook them from scratch and take home your delicious meals (or eat them if you can’t wait!)

You will cook curry laksa, Chinese noodles in chilli oil sauce and fried flat rice noodles.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None

Learning Outcomes:

• By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
  learn 3 recipes
• hand make Chinese noodles

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

None, but please see the list of what to bring below.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Tea towel, apron and dish cloth, a few containers with secured lids.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you. Book onto another cookery course with Adult Learn and Train.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

Creative Writing for Beginners is an eight week course that revolves around exploring the skills and craft of writing fiction. Writing stories for personal pleasure has become a popular pastime again as has writing poetry to post online for others to read and take inspiration from. Engaging in creative pursuits has also been found to relieve anxiety and promote good mental health by providing a focus for concentrated thought. It doesn’t matter whether you want to write as an end it itself or to write with the intention of sharing your work with a wider audience, the well-being benefits come from engaging in the act of harnessing your creative energy. Although as with every craft the more accomplished the finished result, the more appreciation and enjoyment gained.

Creative Writing for Beginners will help you feel more confident in your abilities to communicate your ideas and will also give you the opportunity to experiment in a safe environment with different forms of storytelling to find which gives you the most satisfaction and creative enjoyment. Throughout the course you will learn about putting the skills and craft of storytelling into practice by exploring the components of fiction, and the power of language to create imaginary worlds. Writing exercises to hone the skills and deepen understanding build week by week into a short story, a piece of memoir, a poem. The emphasis is on having a go and learning by doing because there has never been a writer who cannot improve their work by rewriting in the light of feedback given and knowledge or experience gained (even Shakespeare crossed things out and had another go at finding the right word to convey exactly what he intended). Creative Writing for Beginners can’t promise to turn you into a great playwright, but it will give you plenty of opportunities to better appreciate and implement the skills necessary for successful storytelling whilst having fun playing with language along the way.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• Identify writing goals and ways of working to achieve them.
• Give and receive feedback.
• Differentiate the elements required in storytelling.
• Identify the skills of creative writing.
• Write a short story, a piece of non-fiction memoir, and a poem.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

None.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Pen/pencil and paper.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Writing Life Stories
Creative Writing for Improvers

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturdays and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.