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Join Helen of Evendawn Arts for this wonderful watercolour painting workshop. Create two beautiful Christmas cards. Festive Robin and sweet donkey. The workshop is aimed at all levels of watercolour experience from complete beginners. ( age 14 upwards ) The images will be drawn out for you on suitable watercolour paper, so there’s no need to worry about being able to “draw”. There’ll be some warm up exercises to begin, for you to get used to the paints, brushes, paper etc and that point you’ll mix your colours ready to paint your cards. Helen will explain everything throughout, including different techniques and ways to work with the paint, such as applying masking fluid and how to create a great background effect. please bring something to carry your lovely cards home - a tray or box would be suitable.

Recognising the value of, and practising, clear and open communication at all levels is the first step to improving performance, whether at an individual, team, management, leadership or organisational level. We all know this, but why is it so difficult? This unique programme will make it much, much easier for you by giving you a robust framework to use - and the opportunity to practise your skills in a safe, supportive environment. It will help you have conversation that deliver tangible results. The programme will help you: Overcome the barriers to effective performance conversations Handle feedback conversations effectively Improve working relationships with your staff Set realistic expectations and targets (and get 'buy-in' for them) Improve your communication style Plan and prepare for honest conversations in the workplace 1 What is an honest conversation? Why don't we have them more often? What stops us? The cost of not having them 2 The feedback conversation Dealing with the impact of feedback conversations 3 Preparing for conflict 4 Effective working relationships 5 The expectations conversation 6 The targets conversation 7 Your communication styles 8 Planning and preparing for an honest conversation 9 Giving and receiving feedback skills

Target Audience This course is ideal for professionals across all levels and industries who want to enhance their ability to manage conflict effectively in the workplace. Duration 1 Day Course Overview This course is designed to help participants develop and refine their conflict management skills using a structured conflict management framework. Participants will learn to identify the sources of conflict, understand different conflict management styles, and apply strategies to manage and resolve conflicts constructively. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes Apply a structured conflict management framework to effectively handle conflicts in the workplace. Identify the root causes of conflict and understand different conflict management styles. Apply communication strategies to de-escalate and resolve conflicts. Foster a positive work environment by managing conflicts constructively.

Target Audience This course is ideal for professionals across all levels and industries who want to enhance their negotiation skills using a structured approach. Duration 1 Day Course Overview This course is designed to help participants develop and refine their negotiation skills through the application of the Harvard Principled Negotiation framework. Participants will learn to separate people from the problem, focus on interests rather than positions, invent options for mutual gain, insist on objective criteria, and understand the importance of their Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement (BATNA). This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes Apply the Harvard Principled Negotiation framework to conduct effective and ethical negotiations. Prepare thoroughly for negotiations by identifying interests, options for mutual gain, and objective criteria. Communicate persuasively and manage interpersonal dynamics using principled negotiation techniques. Build strong relationships and achieve fair, mutually beneficial agreements.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to foodborne viruses, focusing on their properties, transmission, and impact on food safety. Designed for professionals at all levels, it covers detection methods, contamination risks, and prevention strategies to help businesses mitigate viral threats in food supply chains. Delivered by an industry expert, the course includes an interactive Q&A session for deeper insights. No prior knowledge is required.

Christmas Wreath Making Workshops in Didcot,, Faringdon, Henley on Thames Oxfordshire and surrounding areas. Gorgeous handcrafted eco-friendly wreaths created at these classes.

The psychological insights and skills you need Knowing how to resolve conflict constructively is an essential life skill – improving personal and professional relationships, mental health, productivity and more… Accredited CPD Certificate : 6 hours Length 1 day (9.30am - 4.00pm) > Counts towards the Diploma – from 2024, this course will be a requirement of Part 1 of the HG Diploma. A fantastic approach that helps you unpack the issues, respond positively and find an effective solution that moves everyone forward... This course will: deepen your understanding of why conflicts develop and escalate, the psychological factors involved and the cultural and contextual influences on our perceptions, experience and responses to conflict build your confidence and comfort around being in situations that involve conflict give you a range of skills and techniques that you can use with both individuals and groups, in therapy or the workplace – or with your friends and family – to resolve conflict constructively It will also enable you to: help clients recognise conflict and understand their own responses to it help clients develop the skills to engage with conflict productively, so they are more likely to reach positive outcomes provide clients with a framework and structure for addressing conflict in a healthy way help clients become less fearful of conflict, so they don’t avoid it in ways that are unhelpful and to recognise the role of conflict in healthy relationships provide psychoeducation, explaining how barriers to needs can cause conflict and how this can be different in different cultural contexts The course is interactive and experiential, with a focus on developing practical and transferable conflict resolution skills. It combines trainer input, discussion, small group activities and role-play to build your confidence when helping to resolve conflict at all levels, whether one-to-one or in organisations. Why take this course Conflict isn’t always destructive. Properly handled it can be creative and productive, leading to better outcomes and possibilities for all. Although conflict is a normal, ever-present possibility in our lives – between family, friends, colleagues, neighbours, and in our interactions with organisations – when it becomes entrenched it can cause immense individual distress, and waste time and money. Addressing interpersonal conflict using the psychological insights, concepts and proven techniques you will learn on the day, helps us to solve problems creatively and improve the health and wellbeing of those involved. To lead a healthy life we don’t need to avoid all conflict, but we do need to know how to approach it in ways which can help everyone involved meet their emotional needs, a win/win for all. Learning the human givens approach to conflict resolution helps to reduce the potential damaging consequences of destructive conflict and embrace the benefits of constructive conflict. Throughout the day, Rupinder will draw on her own considerable practical experience of successful conflict resolution and mediation in a wide range of settings as she provides expert guidance and training in the psychological insights and skills you need to be able to constructively resolve conflict between individuals and/or groups. Addressing conflict in the right way helps us solve problems and improves the health and wellbeing of everyone involved... What the course covers The common causes of interpersonal conflict The negative impacts and potential benefits in conflict situations How to consider intentions and outcomes when engaging in conflict The different methods used to influence the outcome of conflict, and how the method influences the outcome What a resolution really is The cultural and contextual influences on perceptions, experience, and responses to conflict The role our innate needs and resources play in conflict situations Identifying our influence on the process of conflict Effective skills to engage people who are in conflict A practical, sequenced model for effective mediation and conflict resolution An effective framework for facilitating constructive conversations How to structure a session/s to: facilitate resolution, increase engagement, understanding and define the needs of all parties Effective skills to facilitate negotiations Techniques and diffusing strategies to reduce potential barriers How to access resources to build agreements that last The effective skills needed to facilitate negotiations How to implement opportunities in organisations to address conflict effectively Ways to develop your leadership ability to respond to conflict and/or support others who are enduring it How to use this to support the process of resolution by improving how individuals relate to one another and addressing the contentious issues constructively And much more… Course Programme The ‘Conflict Resolution’ course starts at 9.30am and runs until 4.00pm. From 8.30am Registration (Tea and coffee served until 9.25am) 9.30am Approaches to conflict 11.00am Discussion over tea/coffee 11.30am Understanding Causes and Impact 1.00pm Lunch (included) 1.45pm Increasing engagement 3.00pm Discussion over tea/coffee 3.15pm Reaching Resolution 4.00pm Day ends Who is this course suitable for? This course is for anyone wishing to understand more about the different ways conflict can affect us, or to feel more confident in a facilitation or leadership role when helping conflicted people It is also very relevant to anyone working in a supportive role – such as counsellors, psychotherapists, managers, HR staff, life coaches, Mindset Coaches, social workers etc. – as well as employees, customer service personnel and anyone working in schools and education. This course has been independently accredited by the internationally recognised CPD Standards Office for 6 hours of CPD training. On completion of this training you’ll receive CPD certificates from the College and the CPD Standards Office.

Who is this for? Essential Adobe InDesign Training Course. Acquire Adobe InDesign basics from certified instructors. Master layout design, typography, and core design concepts. Opt for in-person or live online sessions. Receive a Certificate of Completion and lifelong email assistance. Lean desktop publishing skills and quality layouts.  Click here for more info: Website Duration: 5 hours Approach: Individualized 1-on-1 training with customized content. Schedule: Flexible sessions, available Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 7 pm. Course Outline: Module 1: Introduction to Adobe InDesign (1 hour) Familiarize with workspace and tools Create new documents with appropriate page size and margins Effectively format text and images Customize the interface for efficient workflow Module 2: Text Formatting and Styles (1 hour) Apply consistent character and paragraph styles Manage text flow using frames Organize lists with bullets and numbering Master special characters for precise typography Module 3: Working with Images (1 hour) Import and position images in documents Adjust image size and alignment within frames Create professional layouts with text wrapping around images Enhance visuals with image frames and effects Module 4: Layout Design (1 hour) Create precise grids and guides for alignment Arrange objects for balanced layouts Streamline work with layers Maintain consistency using master pages and templates Module 5: Printing and Exporting (1 hour) Understand color modes and print principles Export to PDF and other formats for diverse outputs Ensure print readiness through preflighting Efficiently archive and manage InDesign files Through practical exercises, solidify your grasp of each module, enabling you to design visually appealing layouts, craft documents for various purposes, and manage InDesign projects adeptly. Adobe InDesign's potential is vast, and this fundamentals course opens doors for you to explore diverse design projects. Seize this opportunity to unleash your creative prowess with InDesign! Upon completing the Adobe InDesign Fundamentals course, participants will be able to: Master InDesign Tools: Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing InDesign's essential tools, workspace, and interface for effective design workflows. Layout Design Skills: Create visually appealing layouts using grids, guides, and balanced object arrangements, ensuring professional-quality design. Text Formatting Mastery: Apply consistent character and paragraph styles, manage text flow, and enhance typography with special characters. Image Manipulation Expertise: Import, position, and enhance images within frames, integrating them seamlessly into layouts. Printing and Exporting Proficiency: Understand color modes, print principles, and export documents to various formats, ensuring print readiness and diverse output options. Efficient Project Management: Utilize layers, master pages, and templates for streamlined project organization and management in InDesign. Book Recommendations: "InDesign CC Classroom in a Book" by Kelly Kordes Anton and John Cruise: This official Adobe guide provides hands-on lessons and practical techniques for mastering InDesign's core features. "InDesign Type: Professional Typography with Adobe InDesign" by Nigel French: Explore advanced typography techniques, layout principles, and typographic finesse specific to Adobe InDesign. "Real World Adobe InDesign CC" by Olav Martin Kvern, David Blatner, and Bob Bringhurst: A comprehensive guide offering practical insights, tips, and real-world techniques for InDesign users of all levels. "The Adobe InDesign CS6 Book for Digital Photographers" by Scott Kelby: Focused on integrating photography with InDesign, this book provides valuable insights into creating visually stunning layouts with images. "InDesign Secrets" by David Blatner and Anne-Marie Concepción: This book is packed with expert tips, tricks, and techniques that can significantly enhance your efficiency and creativity in InDesign. 1-on-1 InDesign Courses: Personalized Learning: Tailored 1-on-1 courses designed to meet your specific learning needs and goals. Expert Instructors: Learn from industry professionals with extensive experience in animation and design. Flexible Scheduling: Schedule sessions at your convenience, allowing you to balance learning with your busy lifestyle. Comprehensive Curriculum: Dive deep into animation techniques, software mastery, and creative skills through our comprehensive courses. Hands-On Training: Get practical, hands-on experience with real-world animation projects, enhancing your skills effectively. Individual Attention: Benefit from personalized attention and detailed feedback from instructors, ensuring your progress and understanding. Professional Development: Acquire skills relevant to the industry, empowering you for career advancement in animation and related fields. Portfolio Enhancement: Develop a strong portfolio with the guidance of experts, showcasing your newfound skills and creativity. Post-Course Support: Enjoy continued support even after the course completion, ensuring you have resources for ongoing learning and growth. Certification: Receive a certificate upon course completion, validating your expertise and enhancing your professional credentials. Course Highlights: Master Adobe InDesign's key features for layout, text, images, and graphics. Learn design principles and typography techniques for visually appealing documents. Efficiently handle multi-page projects like magazines and brochures. Utilize styles, templates, and libraries for streamlined design and consistency. Explore advanced techniques for interactive PDFs and digital publishing. Earn a Certificate of Completion for your Adobe InDesign proficiency. Flexible learning options: in-person or live online sessions. Lifetime email support for ongoing assistance after the course. Adobe InDesign Learn & Support https://helpx.adobe.com â€º support › indesign Get started with Adobe InDesign. Find tutorials, the user guide, answers to common questions, and help from the community forum.

Join us to gain experience and log miles. Perhaps you have the skill to complete the next level in RYA qualification but need more miles, or maybe you wish to refresh your capabilities as a qualified skipper or a crew member. This is the perfect opportunity to join like-minded people, practice your skills and log those required miles. You will be part of a crew of five, along with one of our experienced instructors who can help you with the skills and drills required for all levels of RYA courses. During a 5-day course you will visit some of the most beautiful harbours and anchorages on the west coast of Scotland. You will be living on one of our fully coded, well equipped, yachts. Food, fuel and marina fees are included. A weekend course will not venture so far, and the emphasis will be on short passages to local harbours or marinas, with lots of activities en route. What is included in the price: 5 nights on board (2 nights on a weekend course), all on board meals and snacks, all marina fees, fuel and gas. Optional extras: oil skins hire - £3.50 per item/day; cleaning fee £12.50/per person or the crew can clean the boat; sleeping bag can be hired at just £15 per period.

This course follows the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health's syllabus. A one-day programme, it is suitable for all people at all levels in the workplace and gives a basic introduction to the principles of environmental management. On successful completion of the course, participants will be able to: Understand the terms 'environment' and 'pollution' Understand the terms 'hazard' and 'risk' related to the environment Better appreciate environmental issues generally, and specifically in respect of their organisation Identify hazards to the environment from working practices Outline the procedures/controls necessary to prevent damage to the environment 1 What is the environment? - putting the environment in context Key environmental issues and how we contribute Definition of the environment 2 Working with the environment What is pollution? Sources, receptors and pathways Environmental consequences workshop - identifying the environmental consequences of our working practices Environmental risk assessment Effective control mechanisms 3 Protecting the environment - Environmental Management Systems What is an Environmental Management System (EMS)? What are the benefits of having an EMS? EMS structure and models Identifying what elements of EMS your company has and how they work Roles and responsibilities 4 Choice of module Option 1: Organisation-specific moduleThis module can be used to introduce environmental concepts that are specific to your activities and operations, and will be compiled through discussion with your organisation Option 2: Environmental best practiceIf no organisation-specific module is required, or if participants from a number of organisations attend, generic operational environmental best practices can be covered instead. Areas covered include waste management, fuel storage and use, hazardous materials, emissions to air and water and environmental incidents