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.
Charlie’s Guitar Circle: Online Course
New online monthly club for returning and beginner guitarists. A live online guitar community for adults, returners and self-taught players who would like a bit more structure, support and connection in their playing. This will be a twice a month meet live online for relaxed small-group sessions where you will focus on practical guitar skills, musicianship, confidence, understanding what to practice and simply enjoying playing music together. No pressure or intimidating masterclasses, no huge online platforms or self guided modules to get through. The idea is real people learning alongside other real people, with live guidance from Charlie and an intimate community of other learners like you. If you are interested and for further information, or to join the waitlist click here It will be a monthly subscription, the first members will receive a reduced founding rate.
Wednesday 9th September – CV Writing Essentials
This workshop will provide you with information and knowledge to be able to write a CV using a good structure, how to write a personal profile and a cover letter. Learn what employers look for and some do’s and do nots. A CV is your first chance to promote yourself and a good CV can help you stand out to employers and recruiters. Wednesday 9th September from 9.30am – 12 noon, at Stevenage Library, Southgate, Stevenage, SG1 1HD. To book click here
Mondays, starting 14th September – Content Writing for Blogs, Books and Business
This online course is aimed at those who wish to discover how to effectively write interesting fiction and non-fiction to help them generate an income or use as marketing material. During the sessions you will explore a range of simple techniques to help you generate creative ideas for a range of media including writing content for books (fiction and non-fiction), magazines and social media. Mondays, starting 14th September for five weeks, from 9.30am – 12 noon. To book click here
Tuesdays, starting 15th September – Improving your Skills in Microsoft Excel
This is an intermediate level online course which will help you improve your skills and give you confidence in using Microsoft Excel. This course for people who are competent in using basic Excel and want to learn more features and functions to further improve their skills. Tuesdays, starting 15th September for five weeks from 1pm – 3.30pm. To book click here
Tuesdays, starting 15th September – Social Media for Business
Understanding how to successfully use social media as a marketing tool to build your business brand or gain employment in company. This course is for someone who wishes to utilise social media to build their business or to gain employment in a company where part or all their role is to use social media to increase sales and awareness of the company’s brand. Tuesdays, starting 15th September for five weeks, from 1.30pm – 4pm. At Hoddesdon Library, 98A High Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8HD. To book click here
Wednesdays, starting 16th September – Introduction to Digital Marketing
This course is an Introduction to Digital Marketing designed to provide beginners with a comprehensive understanding of digital marketing principles and practices. Over 10 hours, participants will learn about various digital marketing channels, including SEO, social media, email marketing, content marketing, and paid advertising. The online course also covers setting objectives, understanding the customer journey, creating engaging content, and measuring campaign success. Wednesdays, starting 16th September for five weeks, from 1pm – 3.30pm. To book click here
Thursdays, starting 17th September – Capture and Create Digital Photography
On this course you will explore how to take stunning photographs using your tablet, phone, or compact camera. Subjects covered will include the ten rules of composition, exploring colour and texture and learning how to manipulate your photographs used free apps. This course is aimed at people who want to learn the basic of photography using a digital device. Thursdays, starting 17th September for five weeks from 9.30am – 12 noon. To book click here
Thursdays, starting 17th September – First Steps to Working in Early Years
Are you interested in volunteering or working in a nursery or pre-school? This introductory online course will explore childcare provision in early years settings. You will discover how babies and young children learn and develop. You will find out about the roles and responsibilities of carers and volunteers in early years settings. You will also be given guidance on applying for jobs, where to find vacancies and how to ‘sell’ yourself on an application form. Thursdays, starting 17th September for five weeks from 9.30am – 11.30am. To book click here
Fridays, starting 18th September – Digital Skills Essentials for the Workplace
This is about how technology is changing the world of work and how you can successfully find and/or grow your career in the digital age. You will learn how to collaborate with others online to complete tasks. Discover more about presentational skills and how to create impressive PowerPoint slides. This course is for people wanting to improve their digital skills to help them find work, to remain in employment or progress in their careers. Fridays, starting 18th September for five weeks from 9.30am – 12 noon. To book click here
Tuesdays, starting 22nd September – First Steps to Working in Schools
Are you interested in becoming a teaching assistant, midday supervisor or volunteering in a school? This introductory course tells you everything you need to know about working in primary schools. You will learn about the school structure and expectations, safeguarding, behaviour management strategies, current methods and ways of teaching maths and phonics. You will also be given guidance on applying for jobs in schools, where to find vacancies and how to ‘sell’ yourself on an application form. Tuesdays, starting 22nd September for five weeks from 1pm – 3.30pm. To book click here
Wednesday, starting 23rd September – Confidence Skills for Work and Life
Improve your own levels of confidence by exploring where confidence comes from and by identifying the behaviour and characteristics of confident people. You will identify methods and strategies for increasing your confidence levels such as the use of positive thinking and self-affirmations. You will also discuss concepts such as self-efficacy, self-belief and the importance of recognising your own values, skills and abilities. Wednesday, starting 23rd September for five weeks, from 9.30am – 12 noon. To book click here
Wednesday, starting 23rd September – Growth Mindset for Work and Life
This course is about understanding different mindsets and how this impacts our actions and decisions. It is about understanding how the brain works, understanding how thoughts lead to feelings and behaviour. You will also learn about Resilience, Mindfulness and how to develop Assertive skills. Wednesday, starting 23rd September for five weeks from 9.30am – 12 noon, at Stevenage Library, Southgate, Stevenage, SG1 1HD. To book click here
Wednesday, starting 23rd September – Setting Up Your Own Business
Coming up with a business idea and starting a business can seem overwhelming and complicated. There are so many things you must consider. This course will 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. Wednesday, starting 23rd September for five weeks from 1pm – 3.30pm, to book click here
Thursdays, starting 24th September – Speak and Present with Confidence
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. Thursdays, starting 24th September for five weeks from 10am – 12.30pm. To book click here
Wednesday 7th and Thursday 8th October – First Aid, Forest School and Paediatric First Aid
Suitable for Forest School practitioners who may need to undertake up to 3 First Aid and emergency outdoor response qualifications to meet requirements. This qualification ensures they can meet those same requirements simply by completing one qualification. Available to those over 16 years. Candidates should be at least a level 2 numeracy and literacy or equivalent. Some pre-course work may be required. This qualification will also include Paediatric First Aid suitable for working with under 18 year olds. Certificates also available EFAW and Outdoor First Aid with additional costs per certificate. At St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary, Puckeridge, SG11 1RZ. Wednesday 7th and Thursday 8th October from 9am – 6pm both days and attendance is required for all hours. To book click here
Tuesdays, starting 13th October – Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint
This course will introduce you to the basic skills that you need to use PowerPoint, whether it’s for work or personal use. In this course you will learn how to insert pictures, images, tables and shapes. How to navigate the PowerPoint interface. How to create, open and save presentations. The basics of working with slides. How to use the basic formatting of text, such as font, alignment and using accessibility functions, and how to apply themes and change colours (design of your presentations). Tuesdays, starting 13th October for two weeks from 9.30am – 12 noon. To book click here
Wednesdays, starting 14th October – Introduction to Microsoft Word
This workshop will introduce you to the basic skills that you need to use Microsoft Word, whether it’s for work or personal use. In this workshop you will learn how to use images, SmartArt graphics and WordArt, basic Word functions such as save, print, share, copy and paste. Use the many options available in Word, how to use formatting such as font, alignment, layout and add and modify shapes and pictures. Wednesdays, starting 14th October for two weeks from 9.30am – 12 noon. To book click here
Fridays, starting 23rd October – Introduction to Microsoft Excel
This is an introductory course focusing on the fundamental features of Microsoft Excel for both personal and professional use. In this course you will learn, basic formulas and functions including calculations, the key features of an Excel spreadsheet. Formatting data and using data to create and modify charts. Fridays, starting 23rd October for two weeks from 9.30am – 12 noon. To book click here
Tuesday 3rd November – CV Writing Essentials to Stand Out to Employers
This workshop will provide you with information and knowledge to be able to write a CV using a good structure, how to write a personal profile and a cover letter. Learn what employers look for and some do’s and do nots. A CV is your first chance to promote yourself and a good CV can help you stand out to employers and recruiters. Tuesday 3rd November from 9.30am – 12 noon, at Hoddesdon Library, 98A High Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8HD. To book click here
Tuesdays, starting 3rd November – Improving your Skills in Microsoft Word
This is an intermediate level course which will help you improve your skills and give you confidence in using Microsoft Word. The main areas that we will cover during this course are, add and modify headers and footers. Add and modify page numbers. Using Editor. Find and Replace features. Intents and Tabs. Modify line and paragraph spacing in your documents. Add and modify hyperlinks. Add and modify bulleted and numbered lists. Modify page orientation, margins and size. How to add page, section, and column breaks. Working with columns. Tuesdays, starting 3rd November for five weeks from 10am – 12.30pm. To book click here
Tuesday 3rd November – Interview Techniques
This workshop will cover the interview process and the information you will need for interviews. The session will include, preparing yourself for interview questions, preparing for interviews, interview skills and techniques. This is for anyone who would like to learn more about how to prepare and attend interviews. If you are currently looking for employment or volunteering this taster will widen your knowledge and skills in these areas. Tuesday 3rd November from 1pm – 3.30pm, at Hoddesdon Library, High Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8HD. To book click here
Tuesdays, starting 3rd November – Capture and Create Digital Photography
On this course we will explore how to take stunning photographs using your tablet, phone, or compact camera. Subjects covered will include the ten rules of composition, exploring colour and texture and learning how to manipulate your photographs used free apps. This course is aimed at people who want to learn the basic of photography using a digital device. Tuesdays, starting 3rd November for five weeks from 1pm – 3.30pm, to book click here
Thursdays, starting 5th November – CV Writing Essentials
This workshop will provide you with information and knowledge to be able to write a CV using a good structure, how to write a personal profile and a cover letter. Learn what employers look for and some do’s and do nots. A CV is your first chance to promote yourself and a good CV can help you stand out to employers and recruiters. Thursdays, starting 5th November from 9.30am – 12 noon. To book click here
Fridays, starting 6th November – Speak and Present with Confidence
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. Fridays, starting 6th November for five weeks from 9.30am – 12 noon. To book click here
Mondays, starting 9th November – Content Writing for Blogs, Books and Business
This course is aimed at those who wish to discover how to effectively write interesting fiction and non-fiction to help them generate an income or use as marketing material. During the sessions we will explore a range of simple techniques to help you generate creative ideas for a range of media including writing content for books (fiction and non-fiction), magazines and social media. Mondays, starting 9th November for five weeks from 1pm – 3.30pm. To book click here
Tuesdays, starting 10th November – Growth Mindset for Work and Life
This course is about understanding different mindsets and how this impacts our actions and decisions. It is about understanding how the brain works, understanding how thoughts lead to feelings and behaviour. You will also learn about Resilience, Mindfulness and how to develop Assertive skills. Tuesdays, starting 10th November for five weeks from 9.30am – 12 noon, at Hoddesdon Library,98A High Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8HD. To book click here
Tuesdays, starting 10th November – Introduction to Digital Marketing
This course is an Introduction to Digital Marketing designed to provide beginners with a comprehensive understanding of digital marketing principles and practices. Over 10 hours, participants will learn about various digital marketing channels, including SEO, social media, email marketing, content marketing, and paid advertising. The online course also covers setting objectives, understanding the customer journey, creating engaging content, and measuring campaign success. Tuesdays, starting 10th November for five weeks from 6pm – 8.30pm. To book click here
Wednesdays, starting 11th November – Digital Skills Essentials for the Workplace
This is about how technology is changing the world of work and how you can successfully find and/or grow your career in the digital age. You will learn how to collaborate with others online to complete tasks. Discover more about presentational skills and how to create impressive PowerPoint slides. This course is for people wanting to improve their digital skills to help them find work, to remain in employment or progress in their careers. Wednesdays, starting 11th November for five weeks from 9.30am – 12 noon. To book click here
Thursdays, starting 12th November – Improving your skills in Microsoft PowerPoint
This is an intermediate level course which will help you improve your skills and give you confidence in using Microsoft PowerPoint. This course is for people who are competent in using the basic Microsoft PowerPoint skills and now want to learn more features and functions to further improve and develop these skills. Thursdays, starting 12th November for five weeks from 9.15am – 11.45am. To book click here
Thursdays, starting 12th November – First Steps to Working in Schools
Are you interested in becoming a teaching assistant, midday supervisor or volunteering in a school? This introductory course tells you everything you need to know about working in primary schools. You will learn about the school structure and expectations, safeguarding, behaviour management strategies, current methods and ways of teaching maths and phonics. You will also be given guidance on applying for jobs in schools, where to find vacancies and how to ‘sell’ yourself on an application form. Thursdays, starting 12th November for five weeks from 9.30am – 12 noon, at Welwyn Garden City Central Library, Campus West, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6AJ. To book click here
Thursdays, starting 12th November – Confidence Skills for Work and Life
Improve your own levels of confidence by exploring where confidence comes from and by identifying the behaviour and characteristics of confident people. You will identify methods and strategies for increasing your confidence levels such as the use of positive thinking and self-affirmations. You will also discuss concepts such as self-efficacy, self-belief and the importance of recognising your own values, skills and abilities. Thursdays, starting 12th November for five weeks from 10am – 12.30pm, at Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, 26-32 Town Centre, Hatfield, AL10 0LD. To book click here
Wednesdays, starting 18th November – Setting Up Your Own Business
Coming up with a business idea and starting a business can seem overwhelming and complicated. There are so many things you must consider. This online course will 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. Wednesday 18th November from 12.45pm – 3.15pm for five weeks. To book click here
