Educational Courses
This page gives information about online and public courses. If you would like to advertise a course on this website and the Facebook page, please do get in touch.
Thursdays, starting 2nd May – Protecting Children Online
This two week online workshop will introduce you to how to protect yourself and your children from potential threats online. Using the internet can be exciting for children and young people, but do you know how to protect a child/young person from inappropriate content and contact?
Find out how to help a child stay safe by attending this workshop. Discover why a healthy relationship with technology is so important, and how you and your child can become more aware of online usage. Discover different tools you can use to help you monitor, develop and maintain healthy tech habits. Thursdays from 9.45am – 11.45am. For further information and to book click here
Thursday 2nd May – Understanding Percentages
Percentages are a fundamental concept used in many areas of everyday life and understanding them will help you making informed decisions and achieving your goals. This online course is for learners with basic knowledge of whole numbers, decimals and fractions. Thursday 2nd May from 10am – 12 noon. For further information and to book click here
Friday 3rd May – Understanding Discounts and Deals
Calculating a discount is one of the most useful math skills you can learn. You can apply it to tips at a restaurant, sales in stores, and setting rates for your own services. This online workshop will help you to understand different types of discounts and deals. Friday 3rd May from 10am – 12 noon. For further information and to book click here
Tuesday 7th May – Crochet with Numbers
Learn to crochet with our fun and interactive workshop. This course will help you to brush up on your number skills whilst creating a festive item. You will learn how to read and prepare your pattern, measure and count out your material to make your special festive gift. Tuesday 7th May from 10am – 12 noon. At North Watford Library, St Albans Road, Watford, WD24 7RW. For further information and to book click here
Tuesday 7th May – Watford Women’s Centre: Various Courses and Dates
At Watford Women’s Centre they offer IT Courses to anyone 19 years and over, from beginners to intermediate, including Accredited courses. Improve your IT skills and employability. They also offer a free Computer Club to learners. For further information and to book click here or contact 01923 816 229 or [email protected]
Monday 13th May – First Steps in Crochet
This two hour online workshop will show you how to take the first steps in crochet and the session will cover how to create a sliding knot, your first chain stitch and if time permits a double crochet stitch. This course is aimed towards people who have never crocheted but wanted to give it a go. Monday 13th May from 1pm – 3pm. For further information and to book click here
Wednesday 15th May – Cyber Security
Learn how to understand some of the maths behind encryption and password security. This online workshop will introduce you to how to protect yourself from potential threats to your personal safety online and how a more robust authentication can help to significantly enhance your security. Wednesday 15th May from 1pm – 3pm. For further information and to book click here
Monday 20th May – Bosnian Crochet
This two hour online workshop will show you how to create a simple slip stitch form of crochet to create lovely textured ‘fabrics.’ Also known as Muslim Crochet, Old World Crochet, Pjoning and Shepherd’s Knitting it is believed that this is one of the oldest forms of crochet in the world. Monday 20th May from 9.45am – 11.45am. For further information and to book click here
Tuesday 21st May – First Aid for Babies
Baby and Child First Aid course with a trainer from award winning Daisy First Aid who will bring models so you can have a go at CPR etc. Numbers will be limited to give you plenty of chance to ask questions in this three hour session. At Croxley Green Library, Barton Way, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, WD3 3HB. Tuesday 21st May from 7pm – 10pm. For further information and to book click here
Wednesday 22nd May – Introduction to Decimals, Fractions and Percentages
This workshop at North Watford Library, St Albans Road, Watford, WD24 7RW, will cover a range of topics related to decimals, fractions, and percentages, providing participants with the skills to work confidently with these mathematical concepts in both academic and practical settings. Wednesday 22nd May from 1pm – 3pm. For further information and to book click here
Tuesday 28th May – Cyber Security
Learn how to understand some of the maths behind encryption and password security. This online workshop on Tuesday 28th May from 6pm – 8pm, will introduce you to how to protect yourself from potential threats to your personal safety online and how a more robust authentication can help to significantly enhance your security. For further information and to book click here
Mondays, starting 3rd June – Creative Writing
This five week online course is aimed at those who wish to discover effective methods for writing fiction. During the sessions they will explore a range of simple techniques to help inspire you and create well-constructed stories with interesting characters. For people who want to learn the basics of storytelling or explore techniques to expand on existing fiction writing skills. Mondays from 1pm – 3pm. For further information and to book click here
Mondays, starting 3rd June – Tunisian Crochet (Beginner Level)
This five week online course is aimed at beginners and those wishing to refresh their crochet skills. You will learn how to use a Tunisian crochet hook, create basic stitches, how read a pattern, and use different colours. Time is allocated to allow you to work on your new skills. Mondays from 6pm – 8pm. For further information and to book click here
Wednesdays, starting 5th June – Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
This five week online will boost the quality of your professional and social presentations by looking at ways to engage your audience using speech structure, intonation and good body language. Improve the quality of your public speaking and in turn boost your confidence. In this course you will look at the pitfalls of presenting, diction, pacing and intonation as well as resources, props and great speakers. Wednesdays from 9.45am – 11.45am. For further information and to book click here
Wednesdays, starting 5th June – Job Search in a Digital World
This two week online workshop will provide you with information, skills and tips to search for jobs effectively, personal brand, online applications and remote interviewing techniques. Wednesdays from 12.45pm – 2.45pm. For further information and to book click here
Thursdays, starting 6th June – Setting Up Your Own Business
During this five week course you will get help you to explore different areas of self-employment including what makes a business idea successful, how to write a simple business plan, the basics of finances and budgeting, business ownership types and entrepreneurial skills. For people who are considering starting up their own business but do not know where to start and for people who have just started out. Thursdays from 9.45am – 11.45am. For further information and to book click here
Thursdays, starting 6th June – Sewing For Intermediates: Building Skills
During this five week course you will be shown how to sew five different projects which contain a range of sewing techniques including fitting a zip, sewing darts and creating buttonholes. This course is aimed at those who have sewn in the past and feel they need a refresher. Plus, those who can complete basic projects and wish to extend their knowledge. Thursdays from 9.45am – 11.45am, at Bedwell Community Centre, Bedwell Crescent, Stevenage, SG1 1NA. For further information and to book click here
Thursdays, starting 6th June – Crochet For Intermediates (Building Skills)
There are five main areas that will be covered during this five week course. These will be corner to corner, creating horizontal lines and vertical rows (rib), bobbles, popcorn stitch, puff stitch, shell stitch, ripple stich and wave stitch. This course is aimed towards people who can already do the basic stitches, but want to take their crochet skills a step further. Thursdays from 12.45pm – 2.45pm. At Bedwell Community Centre, Bedwell Crescent, Stevenage, SG1 1NA. For further information and to book click here
Thursdays, starting 6th June – Introduction to Mental Health and Wellbeing
This introductory five week online course is designed to give you a basic understanding and knowledge of key topics relating to mental health and well-being. This includes information about terminology that is often used, an overview of common mental health conditions, the impact of lifestyle on mind and body and ways to support yourself and others. Thursdays from 6pm – 8pm. For further information and to book click here
Friday 7th June – Introduction to Decimals, Fractions and Percentages
This online workshop will cover a range of topics related to decimals, fractions, and percentages, providing participants with the skills to work confidently with these mathematical concepts in both academic and practical settings. Friday 7th June from 10am – 12 noon. For further information and to book click here
Monday 10th June – Introduction to Crochet
An online course which is aimed at complete beginners and those wishing to refresh their crochet and number skills. You will learn how to use crochet tools and create basic crochet stitches. It is also a way to help improve your number skills by counting out your stitches and chain links to make your first crochet pattern. For people who want to learn how to learn how to crochet the basic stitches and simple crochet projects such as a granny square. At Bedwell Community Centre, Bedwell Crescent, Stevenage, SG1 1NA. Monday 10th June from 10am – 12 noon. For further information and to book click here
