Courses in Cardiff

Discover the world of Targa Rallies! Join our expert-led webinar to learn the basics, explore events and championships, and master timing, navigation, and special tests. Perfect for beginners!

Historical Association webinar series: Direct history teaching Presenters: Mike Hill and Jacob Olivey In this fourth session, Jacob and Mike will explore how history teachers can teach disciplinary knowledge (how we know about the past) directly – specifically, historical interpretations. They will share examples of lessons that directly teach pupils how historians (and others) have constructed interpretations about the past. To use your corporate recording offer on this webinar please fill in this form: https://forms.office.com/e/Qr1PfgRHSS We are able to offer the webinars in this series at a subsidised cost as the presenters' time has been partially funded by their school, Ark Soane Academy. We are open to developing partnerships across schools and trusts. If you are interested in discussing this further, please contact Mel Jones at melanie.jones@history.org.uk

This course has now started but you can still sign up to gain live access to our future sessions. Recordings will be made available at a later date exclusively for HA members. Join us this summer to celebrate 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen with this brand new webinar series from the Historical Association. We will explore the work and influence of the famous novelist to illuminate our understanding of the Georgian era and the society that Austen brought to life. Sessions include: 24 June - Domestic economies: families, home and work in the age of Jane Austen | Dr Sara Pennell 1 July - A Q and A with one of the world's leading experts on Jane Austen, Professor John Mullan 14 July - 'I am … MAD': The life in Jane Austen’s Letters | Dr Freya Johnston 22 July - The social spread of the handshake in the age of Jane Austen | Professor Penelope Corfield All sessions take place from 5-6.30pm and will be hosted online via Zoom. Once you have signed up your details will be registered for all sessions and you will receive joining instructions directly from Zoom. If you have any questions feel free to contact us at shortcourses@history.org.uk. On the day of the session joining links will be sent out up until 1pm on the day of the session. All images public domain, central image of Jane Austen modified by Wikimedia user Amano1.

KNOW THE RULES! POOR GRAMMAR SHOWS A LACK OF ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND ULTIMATELY CAN SLOW DOWN COMMUNICATIONS AS WELL AS PRODUCTIVITY. Business people who know grammar judge others based on their correct (or incorrect) usage. Be the professional who is able to be clear and correct in writing. Business Grammar & Usage: ENGLISH BOOT CAMP is the answer for today’s business competitive environment. Interactive instruction and collaboration with your fellow attendees means that you will master the skills and apply your new knowledge to the classroom exercises and activities. When you return to work, you’ll have new confidence about what is right and wrong, when it comes to writing. Attendees Will Be Able To: Know the Parts of Speech and their correct uses; Understand Sentence Structure, including applying rules for Subject-Verb and Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement; Be able to create Plurals and Possessives accurately and with certainty; Review and use the rules of Spelling, Mechanics (Capitalization, Abbreviation, Number Use), and Punctuation; Create original email / documents to employ newly-learned class material.   Online Format—Business Grammar and Usage is a 4-hour interactive virtual class for up to ten people. Register for this class and you will be sent ONLINE login instructions prior to the class date. It was great to have the opportunity to learn some new techniques and to gain more awareness of how I present myself. The most immediately applicable uses have been in reducing my “ums” and “ahs” and in trying to come to my point in a more succinct way. I’ve been cultivating this awareness in one-on-one settings; meetings and individual conversations. Christina Vargas

The Temporary Works Coordinator course will provide you with knowledge of the role. You will also gain a good understanding of risk management on a temporary works site. Course Objectives: By the end of the course, the delegate will gain knowledge of: The need for a temporary works co-ordinator The day-to-day roles of others involved in the temporary works procedures Risk assessments and method statements Best procedures as stated in BS 5975:2019 Course Content: The content covered by the CITB course includes: Various groups and types of Temporary Works Case studies, procedures and policies of Temporary Works BS5975:2019 CDM Regulations Legislation and relevant Codes of Practice Register for Temporary Works, design requirements and checks Standard solutions and guidance design documents Temporary works Co-ordinator – job role and responsibilities Assessment: To successfully complete the course, you will need to get 72% or above in the final exam. The trainer encourages the delegates to be interactive and involved throughout the training. Certificate: The certificate for this course is valid for 5 years. Instructions Please note all Temporary Works Coordinator courses with the venue “Remote Learning” will be delivered by a tutor over a video call. This training will be delivered and assessed in English language; therefore, a good standard is required to complete the course. Further attendee information will be sent in a separate email, please check your inbox.

This 1 hour on-line training seminar provides an opportunity for employers, HR managers, supervisors, and team leaders to learn how domestic abuse can impact on an employee and the business as well as the next steps to support your staff and protect your business.

This must-attend masterclass will provide a comprehensive understanding of all the key developments in the latest statutory and non-statutory guidance documents from a DSLs perspective, and how they relate to safeguarding provision in schools and colleges.

The Temporary Works Supervisor course will provide you with knowledge of the role. You will also gain a good understanding of risk management on a temporary works site. Course Objectives: By the end of the course, the delegate will gain knowledge of: Have gained an understanding of the importance of cooperation and teamwork on a temporary works site Understand the legal duties of the role Have a stronger awareness of risk management on-site as well as the roles of a supervisor and their fellow employees on site Leave the course with an understanding of the “4C’s”, Communication, Cooperation, Coordination and Competency Course Content: Different groups and types of Temporary Works BS5975:2019 CDM Regulations Legislation and Codes of Practice Temporary Works Register, Design Brief and Design Case studies, policy and procedures, Standard solutions and permitted drawings Risk assessments, method statements Safe systems of work The roles and duties of a Temporary Works Supervisor Assessment: To successfully complete the course, you will need to get 72% or above in the final exam. The trainer encourages the delegates to be interactive and involved throughout the training. Certificate: The certificate for this course is valid for 5 years. Instructions Please note all Temporary Works Supervisor courses with the venue “Remote Learning” will be delivered by a tutor over a video call. This training will be delivered and assessed in English language; therefore, a good standard is required to complete the course. Further attendee information will be sent in a separate email, please check your inbox.

Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) treatments Nationally Recognised Qualification No previous experience or qualifications needed Open College Network Accreditation Level 4 (as required for minimally invasive procedures) Covers standards set by HEE Employed (salon) or Self-Employed opportunities Basic understanding of English language required OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS

This one-day course is a must for anyone considering or already working within a construction or civil engineering environment. This course provides Health and Safety awareness and is endorsed by Build UK as a standard training for all operatives on site. Aims To give a clear understanding of Regulations & Legislation that applies to construction work and is an ideal refresher for any operative that has previously completed training in Health & Safety. Course Content • Accident prevention • Health & Safety law • Control and management of the site and your how your role fits in with this • Risk assessments and method statements • Performing safely on site • Reporting unsafe acts to prevent an accident • Individual & employee responsibilities • What to do if you think anyone’s Health and Safety is being put at risk Assessment At the end of this course, all delegates will have a clear understanding of the requirements of Health and Safety Legislation and their responsibilities to comply with them. Candidates will need to complete a multiple-choice exam at the end of the CITB course. They will also need to engage and interact with others throughout the day. Certificate This certification for this course is valid for 5 years and is endorsed by Build UK as a standard training for all operatives. The certificate is part of CSCS Green Card requirements. To remain certified in this area, you will need to retake the course before the expiry date or have completed an NVQ2 or higher in your skills set. Instructions Please note all Health & Safety Awareness courses with the venue “Remote Learning” will be delivered by a tutor over a video call. This training will be delivered and assessed in English language; therefore, a good standard is required to complete the course. Further attendee information will be sent in a separate email, please check your inbox.