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Online Courses for Parents and Carers

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  • Child and Adolescent Mental Well-being - Starting 3rd August Learners will gain an insight and understanding into mental health and wellbeing in children and young people whilst discussing the impact of ill mental health disorders. Students will be introduced to different aspects of mental health disorders , improving mental health and wellbeing as well as building on your knowledge of the various forms of support available to children and young people.
  • Introduction to SEND - Starting 3rd August Neurological disorders prevent the development of areas of the brain which controls movement as well as sensory perceptions and psychological disorders effects thoughts, behaviours and emotions. This course will increase learner’s knowledge of the differences between the disorders, with aims of identifying the impact of these disorders, complications with introduction into the importance of diagnosis.
  • Free Well-being and Workshops and Courses The Wellbeing Service aims to provide workshops and courses to help people’s mental wellbeing (eg Mindfulness for Stress Reduction workshops) and provide routes to positively engage in society (eg Self Esteem and Effective Communication courses).
  • Parenting the Whole Child In this course students will focus on the holistic aspects of children’s development and what helps them to grow into well-balanced, rounded young people. It will help parents to explore and consider a range of practical strategies that can bring together different strands of personal development that will work for all children. You will also learn why it is important to see each child as a unique individual while maintaining a consistent approach to positive parenting. Students will focus on general themes rather than specific formulas that parents must follow to interact positively with their children and create a loving, safe environment which encourages strong values. We will explore concepts such as emotional intelligence, healthy lifestyles and family values.
  • An Introduction to Working in Early Years The course will focus on procedures and policies that need to be adhered to when working with children under 5 years old., reflecting on the safeguarding and welfare requirements. It will look at the Early Years curriculum and share resources and activities that promote learning. It will also discuss the recent initiatives in Early Years development such as neuroscience, how to foster a sense of belonging in children the importance of the voice of a child and theoretical and philosophical approaches to teaching and learning. Finally learners will have the opportunity to ask questions about careers in childcare such as home based childminding, working in a pre school or nursery.
  • First Steps in ESOL 1 For more information and to book an appointment please call 0300 303 3464. In this ESOL class we will talk about our everyday lives (for example, shopping, health, where you live). You will start to learn about the alphabet and numbers. You will practise asking for and giving basic personal information about yourself. You will learn new words and start to develop your reading and skills.
  • Well-being Workshops and Courses The Wellbeing Service aims to provide workshops and courses to help people’s mental wellbeing (eg Mindfulness for Stress Reduction workshops) and provide routes to positively engage in society (eg Self Esteem and Effective Communication courses).
  • Further Investigations into Child Psychology To extend on learners understanding of children’s behaviours from a psychological perspective, looking further at areas of attachment disorder, the development of language and thought and the effects of low self-esteem.
  • Working in Early Years (taster) High quality childcare are crucial for young children to get the best possible start in life and working with children can be an incredibly rewarding experience. If you love being with children, are dedicated to keeping them safe and happy, and are interested in educating and stimulating them to prepare for later life then this taster in childcare could be perfect for you. Childcare professionals play a vital role in supporting, inspiring and laying the foundation for all-round development in children’s formative years and preparing them for adulthood. The work of childcare professionals has a far-reaching impact. . This taster will also share courses in Early Years education that the WEA will be offering in the Autumn term
  • First Steps in ESOL 1 Before you can join this course, y ou will need to talk to a member of staff and do an initial assessment to make sure the course is right for you. For more information and to book an appointment please call 0300 303 3464. In this ESOL class we will talk about our everyday lives (for example, shopping, health, where you live). You will start to learn about the alphabet and numbers. You will practise asking for and giving basic personal information about yourself. You will learn new words and start to develop your reading and skills.
  • Emotional Health Mentoring It can be inspiring to work with children and adults helping them develop their emotional health, at the same time as having your own emotional health's continual development via working with them. This course will help you to understand the key skills and qualities for effective emotional health mentoring, and the benefits of such mentoring for children in school, but also for children at home. Of course it's not only children who can need support with their emotional health so this course, and the approach described within it, applies to adults as much as it does to children and young people. The course is highly interactive and your voice is as important as anybody else's, including the tutors. Learning to be an emotional health mentor is an exciting and enjoyable journey.
  • Working as a Community Interpreter (Taster) This taster session will help students understand key aspects of the work of a community interpreter and decide if they would like to do an accredited Level 1 Community Interpreting course .This taster is free to adults that are bilingual.
  • Positive Parenting Taster n this workshop students will focus on the role of the parent and understanding children’s basic development needs. It will help students to explore and develop various useful techniques that will build positive interactions with child/ren. You will also be able to see how these simple strategies can lead to positive outcomes for children and parents.
  • Working as a Teaching Assistant Students will begin to explore how skills, knowledge and experience can impact on teaching and learning in the school environment. Students will consider professional conduct and the requirements held by schools to become a teaching assistant or volunteer.
  • Child Psychology This course is designed to aid the understanding of children's behaviours from a psychological perspective. Students will have the opportunity to explore developmental aspects from birth, cognitive development as well as Psychologists Theorist. For those students wishing to pursue a career working in schools, this course will offer a taster into the variety of strategies to support individual children where 'learnt' behaviours need addressing.
  • Introduction to Counselling Skills What is it about counselling that attracts people from all walks of life. That's just about people wanting to help another who is suffering in some way, whose emotions might be getting confused and this is causing anxiety on a daily level. Sometimes people just want someone to talk to. This short course is to introduce some of the skills and attitudes a counselor needs to work with people and help them get over their personal hurdle. The main method used in the course is discussion as we explore the differing theories of those who developed the practice of counselling.
  • Turkish Language for Women This Turkish literacy course is suitable for women that would like to speak Turkish. This course gives an opportunity for women who were unable to obtain an education. This course would prepare the next step in their educational life. On the other hand, this course helps to enhance their understanding of social life and to develop their capacity to solve everyday life problems as well as to strengthen their sensitivity to the family and community.
  • Introduction to Working in a School To give parents the background knowledge and confidence to become an effective parent helper in school and /or to help their children’s learning at home.
  • Approaching Women's Health Naturally This short 7 week course is free to adults that receive benefit. “This course covers anatomy, physiology and the function of the female reproductive system. The course will also look at practical examples on how to manage women's issues during the menstruating years through to menopause.”
  • Community Interpreter Taster The event is being run online (using zoom) at 9.30am on Wednesday 31st March. This taster session will help people understand the key aspects of the work of a Community Interpreter and decide if they would like to do the Level 1 Community Interpreting course.
  • Parent Plus - Funded Online Courses for Parents and Carers Level 2 accredited courses: · Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People · Understanding Behaviour that Challenges · Children & Young People’s Mental Health · Specific Learning Difficulties · Common Illnesses Affecting Children
  • Free Online Activities for Christmas Day If you are alone or need some time out take a look at these free activities. From Christmas Carols to a Christmas Quiz - something a little bit different in different times.
Free courses for parents, carers and staff during COVID19

Functional Skills- Thursday 9.15 to 3.00

Anti-bullying Parent Workshop - Friday 8th November at 12.45

Basic First aid - 2020 TBD

SEND Course for parents - 2020 TBD

ESOL (English for speakers of other languages) - 2020 TBD

 

If you are interested in attending any of these courses please speak to Jeanette or email her at jfuster@carterhatch-inf.enfield.uk.

If there is a course we are not offering please speak to Jeanette or follow the link to CONEL who are currently offering free courses -  https://www.conel.ac.uk/

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