2525 Courses in March

REFERENCE CODE 610/0134/X COURSE LEVEL NVQ Level 3 THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE IN Course Overview Who is this qualification for? This qualification is aimed at those who are involved in either site carpentry including first and second fixing, those who are involved in shopfitting site work or those who carry out shopfitting bench work. The qualification is at level 3 although there may be some units at different levels. Level 3 qualifications are primarily aimed at those who are fully trained and experienced in a wide range of work activities, It is not expected that candidates working in this industry all do the same activities or use the same equipment and machinery so the qualification has been developed to make it as widely available as possible. All work completed must be carried out in accordance with Building Regulations and Industry recognised safe working practices, including the disposal of waste. The qualification is structured to ensure that there is a high degree of flexibility within the pathways and units available and will allow employees from companies of all sizes and specialisms equal opportunity to complete. The qualification consists of 3 pathways. What is required from candidates? Qualifications are also required to indicate the number of hours of teaching someone would normally need to receive in order to achieve the qualification. These are referred to as Guided Learning Hours (GLH). The GLH for this qualification is 404. Pathway 1 Site Joinery, Pathway mandatory units Level Credits Installing bespoke first fixing components in the workplace Installing bespoke second fixing components in the workplace Setting up and using transportable cutting and shaping machines in the workplace Erecting roof structure carcassing components in the workplace Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work area in the workplace Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace Pathway 1 Site joinery – Optional units minimum of 1 unit must be achieved Erecting structural carcassing components in the workplace Maintaining non-structural and structural components in the workplace Pathway 2-Shopfitting site work-Pathway mandatory units Marking out from setting out details for routine shopfitting products in the Summary of the: GQA LEVEL 3 NVQ DIPLOMA IN WOOD OCCUPATIONS (CONSTRUCTION) Installing shopfitting frames and finishings in the workplace Installing shopfitting fitments in the workplace Installing shopfronts and finishings in the workplace Setting up and using transportable cutting and shaping machines in the workplace Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work area in the workplace Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace Pathway 3 – Shopfitting-Bench Work – Pathway mandatory units Producing setting out details for routine shopfitting products in the workplace Marking out from setting out details for routine shopfitting products in the workplace Manufacturing routine shopfitting products in the workplace Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work area in the workplace Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace Manufacturing bespoke shopfitting products in the workplace Setting up and using fixed machinery in the workplace Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace Pathway 3 – Shopfitting – Bench work – Pathway optional units a minimum of 1 unit must be achieved Producing CAD setting out details in the workplace Producing wood and wood-based products using computer numerically controlled/numerically controlled (CNC/NC) machinery in the workplace Producing setting out details for bespoke shopfitting products in the workplace Assessment Guidance: Evidence should show that you can complete all of the learning outcomes for each unit being taken. Types of evidence: Evidence of performance and knowledge is required. Evidence of performance should be demonstrated by activities and outcomes, and should be generated in the workplace only, unless indicated under potential sources of evidence (see below). Evidence of knowledge can be demonstrated though performance or by responding to questions. Quantity of evidence: Evidence should show that you can meet the requirements of the units in a way that demonstrates that the standards can be achieved consistently over an appropriate period of time. Potential sources of evidence: The main source of evidence for each unit will be observation of the candidate’s performance and knowledge demonstrated during the completion of the unit. This can be supplemented by the following types of physical or documentary evidence: Accident book/reporting systems Photo/video evidence Safety records Work diaries Training records Timesheets Audio records Telephone Logs Job specifications and documentation Meeting records Delivery Records Records of toolbox talks Witness testimonies Equipment Correspondence with customers Prepared materials and sites Notes and memos Completed work Please Note that photocopied or downloaded documents such as manufacturers or industry guidance, H&S policies, Risk Assessments etc, are not normally acceptable evidence for GQA qualifications unless accompanied by a record of a professional discussion or Assessor statement confirming candidate knowledge of the subject. If you are in any doubt about the validity of evidence, contact Oscar Onsite Academy

REFERENCE CODE 610/0054/0 COURSE LEVEL NVQ Level 3 THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE IN Course Overview Who is this qualification for? This qualification is aimed at those who are involved in setting out and erecting masonry structures onsite working from drawings and specifications. The structures could be brick and blockwork or local materials. It is not expected that candidates working in this industry all do the same activities, so the qualification is structured to ensure that there is a high degree of flexibility within the units available and will allow employees from companies of all sizes and specialisms equal opportunity to complete. To provide this opportunity in addition to the mandatory units’ candidates will also be able to select optional units recognising specific skills What is required from candidates? Qualifications are now required to indicate the total qualification time (TQT), this is to show the typical time it will take someone to attain the required skills and knowledge to meet the qualification criteria, this qualification has a TQT of 610 hours. Qualifications are also required to indicate the number of hours of teaching someone would normally need to receive in order to achieve the qualification. These are referred to as Guided Learning Hours (GLH). The GLH for this qualification is 334. Group A MANDATORY UNITS Level Credit Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an Occupational Work Area in the Workplace Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace Confirming the Occupational Method of Work in the Workplace Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace Erecting and Dismantling Access/Working Platforms in the Workplace Preparing surfaces for painting and/or decorating in the workplace Applying surface coatings by brush and roller in the workplace Optional units Group A – Minimum of 1 unit must be achieved from this group Hang wallcoverings (standard and foundation papers) in the workplace Hanging non-standard width wallcoverings in the workplace 3 20 Optional units Group B-Minimum of 1 unit must be achieved from this group Applying coatings by the airless spray method in the workplace Summary of the: LEVEL 3 NVQ DIPLOMA IN DECORATIVE FINISHING-PAINTING AND DECORATING (CONSTRUCTION) Producing and applying complex stencils in the workplace 3 21 Hanging wallcoverings to complex surfaces in the workplace 3 32 Hanging wallcoverings (specialised paper) in the workplace 4 30 Assessment Guidance: Evidence should show that you can complete all of the learning outcomes for each unit being taken. Types of evidence: Evidence of performance and knowledge is required. Evidence of performance should be demonstrated by activities and outcomes, and should be generated in the workplace only, unless indicated under potential sources of evidence (see below). Evidence of knowledge can be demonstrated though performance or by responding to questions. Quantity of evidence: Evidence should show that you can meet the requirements of the units in a way that demonstrates that the standards can be achieved consistently over an appropriate period of time. Potential sources of evidence: The main source of evidence for each unit will be observation of the candidate’s performance and knowledge demonstrated during the completion of the unit. This can be supplemented by the following types of physical or documentary evidence: Accident book/reporting systems Photo/video evidence Safety records Work diaries Training records Timesheets Audio records Telephone Logs Job specifications and documentation Meeting records Delivery Records Records of toolbox talks Witness testimonies Equipment Correspondence with customers Prepared materials and sites Notes and memos Completed work Please Note that photocopied or downloaded documents such as manufacturers or industry guidance, H&S policies, Risk Assessments etc, are not normally acceptable evidence for these qualifications unless accompanied by a record of a professional discussion or Assessor statement confirming candidate knowledge of the subject. If you are in any doubt about the validity of evidence, please contact Oscar Onsite Academy

REFERENCE CODE 600/6515/1 COURSE LEVEL NVQ Level 2 THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE IN Course Overview This qualification is at Level 2, although some units may be at different levels and should be taken by those who are fully trained to deal with routine assignments. Candidates should require minimum supervision in undertaking the job. The qualification has been developed in a way to allow employees from companies of all sizes and specialisms equal opportunity to complete. This qualification is specifically aimed at those carrying out general construction operations work; there is a Level 2 qualification for those involved in maintenance along with a suite of specific qualifications in a wide range of construction occupations available.

REFERENCE CODE 610/0075/3 COURSE LEVEL NVQ Level 2 THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE IN Course Overview This qualification is aimed at individuals wishing to prove they have the level and range of knowledge and skills required to install Interior Systems in the Construction working environment. It is not expected that all workers will complete the same tasks, there are 3 mandatory units common to all pathways. The Pathways will allow employees with specific skills and from companies of all sizes equal opportunity to complete. All work must be completed following Industry recognised Safe Working Practices and in accordance with relevant legislation. This qualification is at Level 2, although some units may be at different levels and should be taken by those who are fully trained to deal with a range of tasks and situations. There is also a Level 2 Certificate and a Level 3 Diploma in Interior Systems available.

Are you confident your organisation could cope if a bad news story went viral and you were besieged by the media? Would you be able to fend off a determined and aggressive journalist, take control and deliver your key messages? Our crisis communications courses show you how to cope when your organisation is under fire, and protect your good name. We can: Train your spokespeople to handle challenging interviews, pitting their wits against a hostile reporter Train your PR team to manage communications during an unfolding crisis Deliver a fast-paced crisis simulation where your team have to decide how to handle the press during an unfolding emergency Facilitate a crisis strategy workshop, where we work together to develop your crisis communications strategy All of our crisis communications courses are bespoke, so we will design each one to meet your specific needs. Areas we can cover include: How a crisis can escalate in seconds How journalists respond to bad news stories How to develop effective key messages & write holding statements How to manage your social media How to take control of an interview and get your message across How to handle press conferences and doorsteps Venue We deliver courses in the most appropriate format for your circumstances – whether face to face or online. Face to face courses are portable: they can be held in purpose-built studios, at your own offices or at an external venue. In the latter two cases, we create a mock studio for the practical exercises. Online courses give you flexibility and enable you to offer training to delegates from all over the world. We have run virtual courses for people from the Far East, South Asia, North America and Europe, as well as the UK.

Chairing or facilitating a panel discussion is a particular skill. When many experts and specialists in their field are asked to do this, they discover that it is not as easy as they imagined. Pitching and introducing the session, involving everyone, promoting audience engagement, dealing with difficult panellists and ending the discussion can all be a challenge for inexperienced facilitators. Our panel facilitation training workshop focuses on providing delegates with the techniques and confidence they need to chair panel debates effectively. It is delivered by BBC presenter Martine Croxall and is highly interactive, blending theory with practical exercises. During the course, you will learn: the best way to prepare, including audience analysis and research how to pitch a panel how to introduce a panel how to involve everyone in the discussion the best way to promote audience engagement how to deal with difficult panellists how to end a discussion Each delegate will have the chance to chair a panel discussion, with the other delegates and Martine playing different roles as panellists.

Whether you have to chair a meeting, pitch a proposal or speak at a conference you need good communication and presentation skills. Addressing a group of people with assurance and confidence does not come naturally to everyone. Our presentation skills training courses will teach you how to conquer your fears and give a successful and memorable performance. We will tailor the training to your specific needs, from coaching before an important keynote or honing your pitch to improving your negotiation and influencing skills, or learning how to network effectively. A typical course can cover: Recognising the strengths of your own communication style Using the different elements of voice and body language effectively Conquering your nerves and use body language to your advantage Pitching presentations so they meet your audiences’ needs Structuring a presentation so the audience is engaged from start to finish Using visual aids Handling questions All our presentation skills training is bespoke, with options including one-to-one coaching, combined training and coaching programmes and group training courses. All these courses can be delivered virtually, as well as face to face. As many of the skills needed to give a good presentation are shared with media interviews, we frequently combine our presentation skills and media interview skills training. Venue We deliver courses in the most appropriate format for your circumstances – whether face to face or online. Face to face courses are portable: they can be held in purpose-built studios, at your own offices or at an external venue. In the latter two cases, we create a mock studio for the practical exercises. Online courses give you flexibility and enable you to offer training to delegates from all over the world. We have run virtual courses for people from the Far East, South Asia, North America and Europe, as well as the UK.

12 Month complete preparatory programme for the US College experience; includes an Academic, Athletic, and Footballing syllabus.

I am a DJ with over 20 years of experience playing for crowds at some of the most well-respected venues, events, and festivals across the globe. I have played DJ sets for crowds of anywhere between a small, intimate group, right up to over 10,000 people at events such as 'Burning Man' in the USA.    My styles can either be of a dance tempo involving deep, melodic, trance-inducing beats, which are perfect for any dancefloor space large or small.   Or I have many years of experience in selecting the perfect eclectic soundtrack for sunset moments, chill-out spaces, or creating magical background atmospheres within various events and spaces.   For all enquiries, please contact me here.

As a qualified crystal healer, I can come to your home and provide a 1hr crystal healing session.   We can work on any areas you may be aware of that require some attention. Or I can do a full body scan and assessment, free up an unbalanced energy flow within the body and bring everything back into alignment.   I can also free the body from any negative energies and restore positive balance and harmony within. These sessions are a fantastic way to relieve stress and promote healing. For more information or booking enquiries, please contact me here.