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Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam Prep: In-House Training: In-House Training This course gives you the knowledge you need to pass the exam and covers CAPM®-critical information on project management theory, principles, techniques, and methods Are you planning on taking the CAPM® examination? This course gives you the knowledge you need to pass the exam and covers CAPM®-critical information on project management theory, principles, techniques, and methods. You'll also have an opportunity for practical applications and time to review the kinds of questions you'll find in the CAPM® Exam. What you Will Learn Apply for the CAPM® Examination Develop a personal exam preparation plan Describe the structure, intent, and framework principles of the current edition of the PMBOK® Guide Explain the PMBOK® Guide Knowledge Areas, as well as their inter-relationships with the each other and the Process Groups Getting Started Program orientation The CAPM® certification process Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) Examination Content Outline CAPM® eligibility requirements Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct Application options Foundation Concepts Skills and qualities of a project manager Project management terminology and definitions Relationship of project, program, portfolio, and operations management Project lifecycle approaches Project Integration Management Review Project Integration Management Knowledge Area Develop Project Charter Develop Project Management Plan Direct and Manage Project Work Manage Project Knowledge Monitoring and Controlling Perform Integrated Change Control Close Project or Phase Project Stakeholder Management Review Project Stakeholder Management Knowledge Area Identify Stakeholders Plan Stakeholder Engagement Manage Stakeholder Engagement Monitor Stakeholder Engagement Project Scope Management Review Project Scope Management Knowledge Area Plan Scope Management Collect Requirements Define Scope Create WBS Validate Scope Control Scope Project Schedule Management Review Project Schedule Management Knowledge Area Plan Schedule Management Define Activities Sequence Activities Estimate Activity Durations Develop Schedule Control Schedule Project Cost Management Review Project Cost Management Knowledge Area Plan Cost Management Estimate Costs Determine Budget Control Schedule Project Resource Management Review Project Resource Management Knowledge Area Plan Resource Management Estimate Activity Resources Acquire Resources Develop Team Manage Team Control Resources Project Quality Management Review Project Quality Management Knowledge Area Plan Quality Management Manage Quality Control Quality Project Risk Management Review Project Risk Management Knowledge Area Plan Risk Management Identify Risks Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis Plan Risk Responses Implement Risk Responses Monitor Risks Project Communications Management Review Project Communications Management Knowledge Area Plan Communications Management Manage Communications Monitor Communications Project Procurement Management Review Project Procurement Management Knowledge Area Plan Procurement Management Conduct Procurements Control Procurements Summary and Next Steps Program Review Mock CAPM® Exam Getting Prepared for the CAPM® Exam After the CAPM® Exam

QA Level 2 Award In Safe Moving And Handling (RQF) Full day course (classroom) Provides a good understanding of the principles of safe manual handling Gives learners the ability to apply the principles of safe manual handling Benefits of this course: 470,000 people people suffered from musculoskeletal disorders due to work related activities in 2020/2021 Of those, 162,000 were from people who had not suffered this before 8.9 million working days, or 37,083 working years, were lost due to work-related musculoskeletal disorders in 2019/2020 This course is here to help people avoid getting injured in the first place, saving both human suffering and cost to the employer and employee both Course Contents: Common manual handling injuries Manual handling laws Responsibilities of employers and employees Manual handling risk assessments Safe movement principles associated with manual handling, including the body’s:Musculoskeletal systemCentre of gravityLever system Manual handling equipment:Types of manual handling aids and equipmentMaintenance and requirements for testing Manual handling practical sessions: Preparing for a lift Solo lifting, carrying and lowering an object Team manual handling Accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification: Our Safe Moving and Handling Course is a nationally recognised, Ofqual regulated qualification accredited by Qualsafe Awards. This means that you can be rest assured that your Manual Handling Certificate fulfills the legal requirements and is a very good way to make sure you and your employees are trained appropriately in Manual Handling. The Ofqual Register number for this course is 603/2744/3

QA Level 2 Award In Principles Of Manual Handling (RQF) Half day course (face to face), 2 sessions (virtual) Gives learners a good understanding of why manual handling is so important Gives learners the knowledge of safe manual handling principles Our full day course, Safe Moving and Handling, will also give learners sound practice in manual handling Course Contents: Common manual handling injuries Manual handling laws Responsibilities of employers and employees Manual handling risk assessments Safe movement principles associated with manual handling, including the body’s: Recognising a range of mental health conditions:Musculoskeletal systemCentre of gravityLever system Manual handling equipment:Types of manual handling aids and equipmentMaintenance and requirements for testing Theory of safe manual handling principles, including: Preparing for a lift Solo lifting, carrying and lowering an object Team manual handling Benefits of this course: 498,000 people people suffered from musculoskeletal disorders due to work related activities in 2018/2019 Of those, 138,000 were from people who had not suffered this before 6.9 million working days, or 26,436 working years, were lost due to work-related musculoskeletal disorders that year On average, each of those people had to take 16 days off work, with many never fully recovering from those injuries This course is there to help people avoid getting injured in the first place, saving both human suffering and cost to the employer and employee both Accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification Our Principles of Manual Handling Course is a nationally recognised, Ofqual regulated qualification accredited by Qualsafe Awards. This means that you can be rest assured that your Principles of Manual Handling Course fulfills the legal requirements and is a very good way to make sure you and your employees are trained in the principles of Manual Handling. The Ofqual Register number for this course is 603/2720/0

We are excited to announce that our Youth Club will be starting on Wednesday, 15th January, and will run from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM each week. We can’t wait to welcome the young people to a fun and engaging environment. As we are a charity, we will be asking for a contribution of £2 per session to help cover some of the costs associated with running the youth club. However, we understand that financial difficulties can arise, and we would never want this to prevent your child from attending. If this is a concern for you, please feel free to speak with me confidentially, and we can work together to ensure your child can still be a part of the group.

The CIPD Level 5 Diploma in People Management is an HR qualification that was created by the highly respected Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Course Overview The CIPD Level 5 Diploma in People Management is an HR qualification that was created by the highly respected Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Working in a people practice role and ready to grow? This qualification will help you gain a deeper understanding of the professional behaviours that lead to organisational success. Learn how to manage relationships, foster talent, guide strategic planning and reward performance. Benefits of a CIPD Level 5 HR qualification You will get a greater grasp of the external factors that can have an impact on HR operations and organisations as you investigate a wide range of HR models and practises in important areas like talent management, hiring, and employment legislation. Additionally, you will improve your own analytical and problem-solving abilities. You can advance to the Advanced Diploma, the highest level of CIPD study, after successfully completing the Associate Diploma, which results in CIPD Associate Membership. Is this qualification right for me? This qualification is perfect for you if you enjoy developing and managing people. You’ll expand your knowledge of HR with a combination of core units and specialist areas – helping you focus on what matters most to you. What will I learn? Core units: • Organisational performance and culture in practice • Evidence-based practice • Professional behaviours and valuing people Specialist units: • Employment relationship management • Talent management and workforce planning • Reward for performance and contribution Optional units: • Specialist employment law • Advances in digital learning and development • Learning and development essentials • People management in an international context • Diversity and inclusion • Leadership and management development • Well-being at work Perfect for: HR professionals keen to develop their skills and drive change within their organisation Typical job titles: • HR Business Partner or Manager • People Analyst • Employee Relations Manager • Diversity and Inclusion Specialist • Resourcing Business Partner • Reward and Benefits Manager • Talent Manager DURATION 12-14 Months WHATS INCLUDED Course Material Case Study Experienced Lecturer Refreshments Certificate

Regulation 10 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 sets down requirements for asbestos awareness training. Basically, any employer involved in work where there might be a risk of disturbing asbestos, such as general building, maintenance, demolition, or refurbishment, is required by law to ensure that all affected employees are educated and trained appropriately. More recently the importance of adherence to the awareness measures has been emphasised in the Health & Safety Executive’s ‘Duty to Manage Asbestos Enforcement Initiative’ and it is now clear that non-compliance will not be tolerated. In fact, several perpetrators have already been served with improvement notices, or in the worst-case scenario a probation notice, which results in an immediate and costly halt to work. Employee training is believed to be the best way to target the estimated 1.8 million workers who are potentially at risk of life-threatening illnesses following exposure to asbestos in their day-to-day work. These people include plasterers, roofers, plumbers, electricians, demolition, maintenance men and joiners but also the less obvious workers such as computer installers, ground workers, landscapers, and fire & burglar alarm installers. Aims To raise personnel awareness of asbestos and the risks associated with it. To comply with the legal requirement of The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Course Content • Introduction to asbestos - nature and origin • Types of asbestos • Properties and benefits (use of asbestos) • Health hazards • Possible locations of asbestos in buildings • Current legislation and guidance • Legal limitations on work liable to disturb asbestos • Working safely/duty holders’ responsibilities • Safe working in areas where asbestos is present • Decontamination • Emergency procedures/accidental damage/general procedures. Prerequisites None – The course is intended either as an introduction or as an update. Assessment Delegates will be required to complete a short multiple-choice test at the end of the training. Certificate This course is covered by certification to provide to your Clients, CHAS (and other SSIP) as confirmation of training undertaken and is valid for 2 years. Instructions Cost includes: course notes, certification & refreshments. Directions Location Map

Learn how to take blood ... train as a Phlebotomist Nationally Recognised Qualification No previous experience or qualifications needed OCN Accredited - Level 3 (advanced) CPD Accredited (The CPD Certification Service) Covers all steps up to live blood draw Practise on artificial arm and fake blood! Basic understanding of English language required OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS

Trauma Informed Practice in Education is a research evidence based whole school systems approach that starts with you. Improved attendance, improved learning outcomes, reduced suspensions and exclusions and better staff recruitment, retention and wellbeing all begin from a place of understanding child development, the impact of adversity on child development and the role of us as educators in supporting opportunities for growth and resilience. Systems change takes teamwork, however the most important member of that team is you. On this Trauma Informed Practice Day you will learn the why and how to keep you well and resourced in order to support the emotional and academic progress of the children in your school. You may already have some knowledge or you may be coming as a complete novice. Either and anything in between is fine. Numbers are limited to keep the group small for the benefit of more enriched learning. On this practice day you will; • Take a deep learning dive into the nervous system and how this applies to you, your setting and the progress of your learners. • Learn practical skills and strategies to support yourself and others. • Have opportunities to discuss children you are working with through small group supervision sessions • Benefit from a day of immersion into the topic with two highly qualified and experienced practitioners.

This course is perfect for L&D professionals keen to develop their skills and drive change within their organisation and those who want the chance to advance their profession and demonstrate their experience. Course Overview Ready to shape your organisation’s working environment? Discover how to measure your company’s performance and culture, boost people’s confidence and organise different forms of learning across your organisation. Learn how to organise different forms of learning across your organisation to boost people’s confidence and supercharge their development. This course is perfect for L&D professionals keen to develop their skills and drive change within their organisation and those who want the chance to advance their profession and demonstrate their experience. After completing this qualification, you will receive a CIPD Associate Membership. As a result, your professional credibility will be established, your profile will be raised, and new work chances will become available. Is this qualification right for me? This qualification is perfect for you if you enjoy helping employees become the best they can be. You’ll expand your knowledge of L&D with a combination of core units and specialist areas and get an individual plan for your self-development. What will I learn? You’ll study 3 core units + 3 specialist units + the choice of 1 optional unit: Core units: • Organisational performance and culture in practice • Evidence-based practice • Professional behaviours and valuing people Specialist units: • Supporting self-directed and social learning • Learning and development design to create value • Facilitate personalised and performance focused learning Optional units: • Specialist employment law • Advances in digital learning and development • People management in an international context • Diversity and inclusion • Leadership and management development • Well-being at work Typical job titles: • L&D Business Partner or Manager • L&D Consultant • Organisation Design Specialist • Organisational Development Business Partner • Employee Experience Manager • L&D Designer DURATION 12-16 Months WHATS INCLUDED Course Material Case Study Experienced Lecturer Refreshments Certificate

Course Information Designed to develop personal proficiency in audit planning, execution and reporting, this course is meticulously crafted to refine essential audit skill sets. Through immersive scenarios focused on on-site audit conduct (with an alternative Remote Auditing Course available), participants will engage deeply in the audit process. Extending Expertise: Applicable across all audit types, this course builds upon and enriches the foundational concepts taught in RQA's suite of research quality assurance courses. From 'Research Quality Assurance for Good Laboratory Practice' to 'Good Clinical Practice Auditing – Principles and Practice' and 'Good Manufacturing Practice for Investigational Medicinal Products,' this programme extends the scope of learning. Relevance and Value: Relevant to any area of regulated research and development, this course shines particularly in contexts mandating a quality system for audit. Participants with prior audit experience will gain maximum value from this course.  Key Benefits: Enrich your skill set to: Navigate audit processes encompassing planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up Embrace a personalised approach fostering positive audit outcomes Analyse evidence and present cohesive audit findings Recognise the pivotal role of audits in driving continual improvement. Interactive Learning: Structured to foster dynamic engagement, this course encourages delegates to: Engage in discussions, idea development, and problem-solving Exchange invaluable information and experiences. Hands-On Experience: A highlight of this course is the series of practical workshops, where delegates work in small syndicate groups, applying the acquired skills from lectures into real-world scenarios. Tutors Tutors will be comprised of (click the photos for biographies): Andrew Waddell Founder Director, Tower Mains Ltd Rosemary Ichaba Senior QA Associate, Tower Mains Ltd Cate Ovington Director, The Knowlogy Group Ltd Jean McWilliam Associate Director, Alexion View pop up Programme Please note timings may be subject to alteration. Day 1 08:45 Registration 09:00 Welcome and Course Objectives 09:10 What is 'Audit'? Delegates explore the range of audits which they have experienced, define the purpose of each audit type and establish which of those audits are performed to meet regulatory requirements. 09:30 Audits and their Purpose The concepts of quality assurance, quality control, quality management and audit are discussed. 10:30 Break 10:45 Audit Planning The requirements for an effective audit programme and individual audit plans. 11:30 Workshop 1 - Getting the Audit Started Planning for the audit. 12:25 Workshop 1 - Feedback 12:45 Lunch 13:30 Workshop 2 - Getting the Audit Started Arranging the opening meeting. 13:50 Workshop 2 - Feedback Audit initiation. Review and discussion of the role of the opening meeting. 14:25 Auditing Techniques (1) - Data and Documentation Techniques for the conduct of data and report audits are investigated. 14:55 Break 15:10 Workshop 3 - Data and Documentation Audit Conducting an audit of a data package and supporting documentation. 17:15 Close of Day Day 2 09:00 Auditing Techniques (2) - The People Questioning techniques which get the required information from the auditee. 09:45 Live Audit Role Play Auditor and auditee behaviours are explored and strategies developed for successful audit interactions. 10:15 Break 10:35 Audit Closing Meeting An exploration of audit closing meetings. 11:00 Workshop 4 - Audit Observations and Preparing for the Closing Meeting Reviewing and categorising your observations and getting ready to present your case. 11:45 Workshop 4 - Feedback 12:30 Audit Reports The content and distribution of an effective audit report are investigated and the importance of effective written communication is discussed. 13:00 Lunch 13:45 Workshop 5 - Audit Reports and Follow-up Mechanisms for promoting effective corrective and preventive action. Critical review of an audit report example. 14:30 Workshop 5 - Feedback 14:55 Corrective and Preventive Action and Follow-up The auditor's role in monitoring responses to audit and the corrective and preventive actions promised is explored. 15:20 Panel Session An opportunity to get answers to outstanding questions. 15:30 Close of Course Extra Information Course material Course material will be available in PDF format for delegates attending this course. The advantages of this include: Ability for delegates to keep material on a mobile device Ability to review material at any time pre and post course Environmental benefits – less paper being used per course. The material will be emailed in advance of the course and RQA will not be providing any printed copies of the course notes during the training itself. Delegates wishing to have a hard copy of the notes should print these in advance to bring with them. Alternatively delegates are welcome to bring along their own portable devices to view the material during the training sessions. CPD Points 14 Points   Development Level Develop