The UK's first and only Level 4 qualification in Phlebotomy (equivalent to Ireland Level 6) FDSc (Foundation Degree Level) qualification Nationally Recognised certificate Dually accredited: Open College Network and CPD Covers both aspirated and evacuated systems Covers specialised blood collection systems & methods Classroom or Virtual Classroom learning options Comprehensive Training Kit is provided when booking our Virtual Classroom option (yours to keep) Complete your training from beginner to advanced level This course either follows on from our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course or can be combined with our introductory course as part of a course package (see below) Available to candidates who have completed (or are currently enrolled to complete) our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course or have previous phlebotomy practical experience.
đż Guided Minds: A 12-Month Meditation Journey Create calm, clarity & connectionâone month at a time. Guided Minds is a year-long meditation programme designed to help you build a sustainable, enriching practice through monthly themes, supportive sessions, and practical tools for real life. Whether you're new to meditation or looking to deepen your experience, this programme will guide you with compassion and clarity. đ Programme Format Weekly Live Sessions (Online & In-Person) Monthly Themes & Challenges Guided Meditations & Practices Supportive Community Access to Session Recordings Join monthly or commit to the full journeyâthe choice is yours. đ Monthly Themes Overview July: Making Meditation a Healthy Habit Learn how to create a sustainable daily practice using breath, posture and science-backed techniques. âď¸ Relaxation response âď¸ Meditation for clarity & calm âď¸ Core practices: breath, posture, stillness âď¸ In-person Session 5: âPulling It All Togetherâ August: Meditation & Mindfulness Focus on the profound benefits of meditation: âď¸ Stress relief, heart health, immunity âď¸ Slowing ageing, boosting self-compassion âď¸ 3 Principles: Habituation, Wisdom, Openheartedness âď¸ Diamond Dedication Meditation September: Calming a Wandering Mind Tame your busy mind through simple, powerful practices. âď¸ Focused attention vs. mind-wandering âď¸ Thought loops & rumination âď¸ Colour, mantra & visualisation meditations âď¸ Mindfulness of thought October: Creating a Mindful Life Bring mindfulness into everyday moments. âď¸ Living in the now âď¸ Radical acceptance & surrender âď¸ Senses as anchors: sound, touch, breath âď¸ Showing up fully for life November: Meditation for Stress Relief Practical methods to manage stress & emotional overload. âď¸ Good vs. bad stress âď¸ The ego, fight/flight, and impermanence âď¸ Gratitude & visualisation âď¸ Overcoming obstacles to meditation December: Rest & Reflection Warm the heart and calm the mind before the holidays. âď¸ Body-based awareness âď¸ Reviewing your progress âď¸ Meditations for resilience âď¸ Peaceful practices for winter January: Meditation for Positive Emotions Start the year with joy, love, and purpose. âď¸ Heart-opening meditations âď¸ Gratitude & happiness âď¸ Intention-setting with optional cacao ceremony âď¸ Emotional healing & connection February: Meditation for Well-Being A holistic approach to health from the inside out. âď¸ Four foundations of mindfulness âď¸ Forgiveness (including Huna meditations) âď¸ Body-mind connection âď¸ Compassion and curiosity March: Deeper into Meditation Explore advanced techniques with renewed clarity. âď¸ Insight, wisdom, open-heartedness âď¸ Posture & Nine-Cycle Breathing âď¸ Concentration & mental clarity âď¸ Appreciation for life April: Meditation for Relaxation Recharge your nervous system with rest-focused meditations. âď¸ Body scan & breath awareness âď¸ Guided deep relaxation âď¸ Calming anxiety & overactivity âď¸ Rest as a radical act May: The Art of Living Live with intention and reverence. âď¸ Meditation on impermanence & emptiness âď¸ Self-love & emotional nourishment âď¸ Present moment awareness âď¸ Breath as a life companion June: Meditation on Inner Peace End the year rooted, spacious, and unshakable. âď¸ Letting go of resistance âď¸ Unflappability & mental resilience âď¸ Responsibility & self-awareness âď¸ Lasting inner calm and clarity đˇ Pricing Options Online sessions: ÂŁ10 each In-person sessions: ÂŁ15 each Join the Guided Minds Meditation Community for ÂŁ28/month â Includes all sessions (online & in-person) â Unlimited access to recordings â Bonus practices & group support đą Ready to begin? Each month offers a new opportunity to reset, reflect and grow. Join any time, or commit to the full year and transform your relationship with your mind, body and life.
In this free and welcoming session, youâll learn how to reduce stress and anxiety using one of the most powerful tools you already have: your breath. This practical class is designed to help you identify the signs of stress in your body and mind, and gently guide you toward restoring balance using simple, effective breathing techniques. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or simply in need of a moment of calm, youâll leave with easy-to-use tools that can support your well-being anytime, anywhere. Through guided exercises and gentle breathwork, weâll explore: How to recognise stress and anxiety patterns in your daily life Why the breath is such a powerful tool for emotional regulation A variety of simple breathing techniques to calm the nervous system How to use breath as a grounding practice in moments of overwhelm A short relaxation practice to integrate what youâve learned No previous experience neededâjust bring yourself, comfortable clothing, and a willingness to breathe. Come as you are. Leave feeling more grounded, peaceful, and connected to your inner calm. Open to all â everyone welcome. This FREE class is for Adults and is sponsored by Community Fund, Awards for All By attending this class you release the teacher, Giada Gaslini and Art and Spirituality Cic, from any liability arising out of any personal injuries, emotional or physical release, death, physical reaction, expectations of results, theft in the venue or damages that may happen to people and objects while attending. Pictures will be taken during the workshop, if you prefer not to be in them, please inform the teacher.