Learn how to measure, cut and stitch accurate patchwork quilt blocks in this one day workshop. Part of a 4 day quilt course, but suitable as a stand alone class too. This class is a great class to take after the beginners class as the sewing will be mostly straight lines and it will allow you to practice more seams and other skills learned in the beginners class. You will need to know how to handle a sewing machine for this class but it's very much still a class that's achievable for beginners. You will cover design, measuring, cutting, the use of various tools, and stitching.
Course Information Who should attend? This course is provided for people who work in the care sector and are required to have knowledge and understanding of Makaton which is a communication tool that has been used for many years to support people with learning / speech difficulties. It is made up of a combination of speech, signs, symbols, gesture and facial expressions. Over the last few years, it has become widely recognised and used within many different services to support communication. Although Makaton is extremely beneficial to support communication, it is also lots of fun to learn too! Children and adults who have difficulty understanding and speaking often become frustrated or withdrawn. By using Makaton, we are helping them to communicate with friend and staff members. For those who have experienced the frustration of being unable to communicate meaningfully or effectively, Makaton really can help. Makaton takes away that frustration and enables individuals to connect with other people and the world around them. This opens up all kinds of possibilities. Course delivery The one-day course will provide an insight into the background of Makaton and who it can benefit. Sessions include discussing commonly asked questions, hints and tips for effective signing and symbol use and how to start using Makaton in everyday situations at work. This course is delivered in 1 day of classroom training led by a professional instructor to cover the all course elements. Availability Private bookings available, contact us for more information Public course dates appear in our training calendar This is a CPD Accredited Course Pentagon Skills is a Skills for Care endorsed training provider
A perfect follow-on course for those who have already completed an introductory darkroom printing course, or who have a reasonable level of B&W darkroom printing experience. Please bring B&W negatives (35mm or medium format) that relate to each other in some way (subject matter, tonal range, environment etc.) as we will be making a number of prints that can be read as a series. Please note: This course only covers the printing of images and participants should therefore bring previously processed negatives and if you have one, a printed contact sheet along to the session. All other materials (including a range of papers) will be provided. Class sizes are currently limited to 4 participants to enable social distancing throughout the course. Morning Presentation and analysis of what makes a successful series of photographs, and how the final print can be crafted to accentuate the photographer’s artistic intent Reading the negative and pre-visualising the print Re-cap of darkroom skills – including overview of single filter printing, test strips and making a work print Learning how to split-filter print Afternoon Making a printing plan Using fibre based paper Plenty of practical darkroom time to work on your images and gain confidence in the new skills and processes Finishing your prints Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout. Stills uses ILFORD PHOTO chemicals on this course that can potentially pose a risk to pregnant and breast feeding women and asthmatics. We take every care to ensure good working practices and adequate ventilation in our darkrooms. If you feel you may be adversely affected, please visit the Health and Safety section of Ilford’s website for further information. General Guidance Notes for Pregnant and Breast Feeding Women and Asthmatics: From a risk assessment standpoint, provided all necessary control measures (such as good working practices, adequate ventilation, and the use of appropriate PPE) are in place then pregnant and breastfeeding women should be able to continue to work safely with photochemical products.Inhalation is the main route by which fumes and gases enter the body, making good ventilation a high priority. Exposure to irritant chemicals that would not affect most people may provoke an asthma attack in a person who already has asthma. For example, low levels of the gas sulphur dioxide can be produced by some ILFORD PHOTO processes. Most individuals would be unaffected but asthmatics may suffer adverse affects. ILFORD PHOTO products include no known human carcinogens, and no substances to which phrase R46 (May cause heritable genetic damage) or R64 (May cause harm to breastfed babies) applies. Most ILFORD PHOTO developers use hydroquinone, and their classification therefore includes R40 (Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect) and R68 (Possible risk of irreversible effects). Some ILFORD PHOTO chemicals use boric acid or borates. These substances are classified as toxic for reproduction. As a result, the classification of some of the powder developers includes R60 (May impair fertility) and R61 (May cause harm to the unborn child).
This is a 13-week term. * Notes on 2-Person Classes Both the Tuesday 8.05pm class in Euston, and the Saturday courses in Westminster will focus on: Learning how to relax The use of the movements in Tai Chi Form (applications) Applying the movements so that you maintain your own integrity (centre of balance) Finding & working from the centre/core/Dantian Developing the sense of ‘feel’ when working with someone else Connecting your centre to your hands Turning a partner’s energy around so as to unbalance him/her We will also work on a 2-Person Tai Chi Form in order to understand applications of moves Posture, Balance, and Intention. By far the most important part of these classes is developing the ability to sense and be aware not only of one's own posture, balance, and intention, but also that of another person. Relaxation. Many of the exercises are ultimately about the ability to act from a very relaxed body and mind, so that (for example) if someone pushes towards you, you don't 'lock up' (the instinctive reaction), but instead you sense the push, and divert it. Initially it is this 'locking up' (which in effect makes you unable to move), that we are working on undoing. This is about getting more control of your sympathetic nervous system (fight & flight), the 'stress' system, so that in difficult situations, you 'roll with the punches' better.
Why choose SketchUp Basic to Intermediate Training Course? Click for more info SketchUp offers a user-friendly experience with its intuitive interface, enabling beginners to start smoothly and professionals to work efficiently. The software provides straightforward tools and shortcuts, ensuring precise and speedy creation of 3D models. Duration: 5 hrs Method: 1-on-1, Personalized attention Schedule: Tailor your own schedule by pre-booking a convenient hour of your choice, available from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm SketchUp is a popular and robust CAD solution designed for engineers, designers, architects, and more. Its powerful suite of tools includes customizable palettes, lighting effects, animations, textures, and access to the Trimble 3D warehouse. SketchUp Basic Training Course. 1 on 1 Training. 5 hours Understanding the Basics of SketchUpIntroduction to SketchUpNavigating the SketchUp EnvironmentExploring Zoom, Pan, and Rotate FunctionsFamiliarizing Yourself with the XYZ Axis Mastering SketchUp ToolsEfficient Toolbar SelectionsUtilizing Templates for ProjectsDrawing with Precision Using the Pencil ToolWorking with Fundamental Geometric ShapesTaking Accurate Measurements Advanced SketchUp TechniquesCreating Circles and ArcsHarnessing Sticky Geometry SolutionsUnveiling the Power of Tags (Formerly Layers)Streamlining Workflow with Keyboard ShortcutsAccurate Object Measurement within SketchUpInformation Management and Database UsageMoving and Copying ObjectsSimple Array TechniquesMastering Rotational ManipulationsEffortless Rotational CopyingFractional and Relative Scaling Component and Group CreationConstructing Components for ReusabilityCreating Efficient GroupsComparing the Advantages of Components and GroupsSaving and Reusing ComponentsImporting Components from Digital Repositories Advanced Modeling and GeometryLeveraging Push-Pull OperationsCreating Complex Shapes with the Follow Me ToolExploring Geometry IntersectionsDuplicating and Offsetting Faces, Edges, and PolygonsIncorporating 2D Polygons into Your DrawingsSkillful Use of the Paint Bucket Tool Materials and TexturesProficiency with the Materials EditorApplying High-Quality TexturesSourcing and Positioning TexturesGraphics and Bitmap ConsiderationsCrafting Scenes and StylesGenerating and Customizing ScenesManaging Scenes and Styles Introduction to Animation and PresentationAnimation ConceptsAdding Dimensions to Your SketchUp ModelsAnnotating Designs for ClarityPreparing Models for PrintingExporting Images and PDFs in 2D Formats
Explain the importance of BLS Aims and Objectives Explain the importance of BLS Describe the Resuscitation Council UK BLS guidelines Perform basic life support in an emergency situation Course Contents Adult basic life support algorithm Adult basic life support sequence Recovery position Resuscitation of children Resuscitation of victims of drowning Risks to the rescuer and victim Initial rescue breaths Jaw thrust Agonal gasps Use of oxygen Mouth-to-nose ventilation Bag mask ventilation Chest compressions We can also add automated external defibrillators (AED) onto the course. If you would like this added please let us know at time of booking. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Nurses Paramedics Health Care Assistants Healthcare sector workers Anyone involved in healthcare Pharmacists