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There are a number of reasons why it is important to actively promote equality and diversity within your business and the wider community, not only to ensure compliance with anti-discrimination legislation and professional regulations, including the SRA Standards & Regulations. There will also be business benefits to the organisation including attracting and retaining talented staff, improving staff morale, potentially accessing a wider client base and enhancing service levels and client satisfaction. Join us for this useful overview session on equality, diversity & inclusion which will cover the following points; The Meaning of Equality Discrimination Harassment & Victimisation Unconscious Bias The Equality Act & the Protected Characteristics Reasonable Adjustments Complying with E&D requirements Target Audience This online course is suitable for staff of all levels, from support staff to senior partners. Resources Comprehensive and up to date course notes will be provided to all delegates which may be useful for ongoing reference or cascade training. Please note a recording of the course will not be made available. Speaker Amie Higgins, Consultant, DG Legal Amie is a Senior Solicitor, qualified under the Law Society’s Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme (IAAS) as an Advanced Caseworker and Supervisor. Amie specialises in all aspects of Immigration, Asylum and Human Rights work, with a specialism in human trafficking/modern slavery cases and working with vulnerable clients. Amie is an experienced trainer, delivering a range of training on both legal and practice management topics.

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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for existing IT professionals who have some networking knowledge and experience and are looking for a single course that provides insight into core and advanced networking technologies in Windows Server. This audience would typically include: Network administrators who are looking to reinforce existing skills and learn about new networking technology changes and functionality in Windows Server. System or Infrastructure Administrators with general networking knowledge who are looking to gain core and advanced networking knowledge and skills on Windows Server. Overview Plan and implement an IPv4 network. Implement Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Implement IPv6. Implement Domain Name System (DNS). Implement and manage IP address management (IPAM). Plan for remote access. Implement DirectAccess. Implement virtual private networks (VPNs). Implement networking for branch offices. Configure advanced networking features. Implement Software Defined Networking. 55343A is the Community Courseware equivalent of retired Legacy Course 20741BC - Networking with Windows Server 2016. This 5-day classroom-based course provides the fundamental networking skills required to deploy and support Windows Server in most organizations. It covers IP fundamentals, remote access technologies, and more advanced content including Software Defined Networking. Although this course and the associated labs are written for Windows Server 2022, the skills taught will also be backwards compatible for Server 2016 and Server 2019. Prerequisites In addition to professional experience, students who attend this training should already have the following technical knowledge: Experience working with Windows Server Knowledge of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model Understanding of core networking infrastructure components and technologies such as cabling, routers and switches Familiarity with networking topologies and architectures such as local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and wireless networking Some basic knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol stack, addressing and name resolution Experience with and knowledge of virtualization Hands-on experience working with the Windows client operating systems such as Windows 10 or Windows 11 1 - Planning and implementing an IPv4 network Planning IPv4 addressing Configuring an IPv4 host Managing and troubleshooting IPv4 network connectivity 2 - Implementing DHCP Overview of the DHCP server role Deploying DHCP Managing and troubleshooting DHCP 3 - Implementing IPv6 Overview of IPv6 addressing Configuring an IPv6 host Implementing IPv6 and IPv4 coexistence Transitioning from IPv4 to IPv6 4 - Implementing DNS Implementing DNS servers Configuring zones in DNS Configuring name resolution between DNS zones Configuring DNS integration with Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) Configuring advanced DNS settings 5 - Implementing and managing IPAM Overview of IPAM Deploying IPAM Managing IP address spaces by using IPAM 6 - Remote access in Windows Server Overview of remote access Implementing the Web Application Proxy 7 - Implementing DirectAccess Overview of DirectAccess Implementing DirectAccess by using the Getting Started Wizard Implementing and managing an advanced DirectAccess infrastructure 8 - Implementing VPNs Planning VPNs Implementing VPNs 9 - Implementing networking for branch offices Networking features and considerations for branch offices Implementing Distributed File System (DFS) for branch offices Implementing BranchCache for branch offices 10 - Configuring advanced networking features Overview of high performance networking features Configuring advanced Microsoft Hyper-V networking features 11 - Implementing Software Defined Networking Overview of SDN. Implementing network virtualization Implementing Network Controller

Certified ScrumMaster®: In-House Training This course is an introduction to Scrum and the principles and tools required to be an effective Scrum Product Owner. You will come away with a good understanding of the Scrum framework and the underlying principles required to make effective decisions regarding the application of the Scrum framework to different situations. Participants successfully completing this course earn a Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO®) designation. The Scrum Alliance certification includes a one-year membership with Scrum Alliance. What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Use the principles, practices, and tools required to be an effective Scrum Product Owner Make effective decisions regarding the application of the Scrum framework to different situations, including: Setting product vision and goals Chartering the project Writing user stories and structuring your product backlog Scaling the Product Owner Estimating for forward planning Applying prioritization techniques Planning and tracking release progress Getting Started Introduction Course structure Course goals and objectives Agile Principles and Scrum Overview Process control models Incremental and iterative development Shifting the focus on product management Overview of the Scrum process Agile principles Lean principles Scrum Roles and Responsibilities Scrum roles Cross-functional teams Product Owner Responsibilities The Scrum Project Community What happens to my traditional role in Scrum? Chartering the Project Establishing a shared vision Elevator Statement Data sheets Product Vision Box Magazine Review / Press Release Product Backlog and User Stories Product uncertainty and progressive refinement User role modeling User Stories Product backlog characteristics Getting backlog items ready Slicing User Stories Using the product backlog to manage expectations Sprints Done and Scaling Done The Scrum process in detail Sustainable pace The Product Owner's role in each of the Scrum meetings Scaling the Product Owner Scaling Scrum Approaches to scaling the Product Owner Estimation for Forward Planning Why comparative estimation works Planning Poker Affinity Estimation Prioritization Techniques Additional Product Backlog Prioritization Techniques Kano Analysis Theme Screening Release Planning and Tracking Progress Velocity Release Planning Tracking release progress

Our one-day interactive workshop for the school aged child is suitable for all staff working in the school setting. We explore a wide range of common sleep difficulties and sleep disorders in school children and young people including children with SEND and neuro diversities. Based in the most up-to-date evidence and science, we discuss responsive gentle sleep strategies to enable professionals to develop their theoretical and practical understanding of how to assess, manage and adapt techniques for a range of sleep difficulties Following the workshop, participants will be able to offer preventative intervention and share practical strategies to support sleep, with both parents and young people. Millpond Training’s sleep awareness day has been fully accredited for 6 CPD Hours by The CPD Certification Service; “This is a good course delivering clear learning value. It has a well-written and engaging presentation and a variety of activities and tasks to aid interactivity and learner engagement.” Workshop Aims To provide community staff with up-to-date evidence-based knowledge to develop their theoretical and practical understanding of sleep needs; sleep patterns; sleep cycles and common difficulties. To support community staff to enhance their confidence, skills and knowledge base in providing guidance to parents and young people regarding sleep difficulties. To provide an overview of evidence-based interventions used to help behavioural sleep difficulties in the school aged child and young people. Learning Outcomes By the end of the day delegates will be able to: Understand typical sleep regulations, sleep needs and sleep cycles. Understand common sleep difficulties in the school aged child. Provide education to families on establishing good sleep hygiene, and provide anticipatory advice in the prevention of sleep difficulties. Understand how to undertake sleep assessments, incorporating a sleep history and the use of a sleep diary. Gain an understanding of common sleep interventions used to help behavioural sleep difficulties.

Local authorities are being encouraged to seek the views of young people in relation to the services they receive. Schools and the whole range of support services (e.g. behaviour support, youth offending teams, social services, CAMHS etc.) are being expected to routinely ask young people for their views. This goes beyond involving young people in plans that concern them e.g care plans, individual education plans, pastoral support plans etc. Online Course now available via Teachable Platform – Ask the Children Learn at your own pace… lots of text and video support Course Category Peer Support Description Local authorities are being encouraged to seek the views of young people in relation to the services they receive. Schools and the whole range of support services (e.g. behaviour support, youth offending teams, social services, CAMHS etc.) are being expected to routinely ask young people for their views. This goes beyond involving young people in plans that concern them e.g care plans, individual education plans, pastoral support plans etc. This training will focus on how young people can be effectively engaged in giving their views and will present a model for use in evaluating services to young people based on the concept of resilience. This model enables young people to be clear about what has helped and hindered them in being able to overcome difficulties. It also provides a framework for evaluating the extent to which services are reducing risk and increasing protective factors to enable young people to develop the resilience. Testimonials ‘Yet again inspiring and opening more doors than I can go through’? ‘This opened a lot of avenues for thought and reflection. It will help me to help colleagues to see where they can improve practice to create a more inclusive environment within the whole school.’ ‘Some great ideas and restored my self belief! Fantastic’ Learning Objectives Strategies for engaging young people Knowledge and Understanding of resilience In relation to system and environmental factors Strategies for reducing risk and increasing protective factors In relation to Individual young people and services Evaluation framework for services to young people Who Is It For ? Youth offending teams Social services CAMHS Primary and secondary teachers Heads and Deputies SENCOs Learning Support and Guidance staff Advanced Skills Teachers Parents Local Authority Support Services Community Development workers Early Years and School based Practitioners Social work staff Health Services Course Content The course answers the questions : How can we truly involve pupils? Practically how do we go about listening to pupils views? What if we do not like what they tell us? How can we involve our most disaffected young people? Key themes Tools for engaging young people and gaining their views The concept of resilience System and environmental risk and protective factors that impact on young people’s resilience Reducing risk and Increasing protective factors Resilience planning for Individuals and services Evaluating services to young people If you liked this course you may well like: CIRCLES OF FRIENDS

In this practical workshop session we will explore ways of including young people of all ages who experience anxiety some of whom may well be on the autism spectrum. The session will be values based and practical and will aim to allow the sharing of experiences and good practice as well as promoting innovative approaches to inclusion through the design of best practice. Course Category Autism and Communication Inclusion Parents and Carers Behaviour and Relationships Meeting emotional needs Description In this practical workshop session we will explore ways of including anxious children in mainstream schools and settings. The session will be values based and practical and will aim to allow the sharing of experiences and good practice as well as promoting innovative approaches to inclusion through the design of best practice. Family perspectives and experiences will also be explored. This is not a ‘medical model’ day on anxiety.  Testimonials ‘Really gave me an idea of how people feel and helped me think how to plan to meet their needs.’ ‘Really useful insights’  Learning Objectives Increased confidence and understanding regarding including anxious children Access to a wider range of practical strategies to impact on anxiety Deeper understanding of core values surrounding inclusion New skills and processes to strengthen the inclusion of anxious children Insights and understanding of sensory sensitivities Understanding increased in area of movement differences Who Is It For? Personal Assistants Teachers Heads and deputies Guidance staff Learning support teams SENCOs Primary and secondary teachers Parents Brothers and sisters Local authority support services Community workers and carers Course Content The course answers the questions : What is anxiety? How do we go about including anxious children? Can we understand more deeply what is going on underneath concerning behaviours? Key themes include: Movement differences Supports and Accommodations for Sensory Sensitivities Developing Friendships and Peer Support Learning to Listen

The course is a four hour refresher session for those who have completed the Mental Health First Aid two or one day course. Just like physical first aid, we recommend you refresh your skills regularly and keep up-to-date. The four-hour MHFA Refresher course will support MHFAiders® by:  Renewing their skills Updating their knowledge of mental health supports Giving them the chance to practice applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan Providing them access to three years of MHFAider® support and benefits Please note the MHFA Refresher is only for people who have previously complete the MHFA course.Format This is a half day course delivered online Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities We limit numbers to 25 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn What are the MHFAider support & benefits? With access to MHFAider® support and benefits, training doesn't stop when the course comes to an end. We provide continuous support for MHFAiders® – well beyond initial certification – so they are confident, empowered and motivated to carry out their role.  MHFAiders® get automatic 24/7 digital support through the MHFAider Support App®. From there they will find exclusive resources, ongoing learning opportunities and the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders®.  Access includes:  A resource library of toolkits, guidance, animations and core mental health concepts to support them in their role as an MHFAider® A signposting database through Hub of Hope to find local and national mental health services for additional support Secure conversation journalling to make reflective notes while protecting confidentiality Reminders for wellbeing check ins with the people MHFAiders® are supporting 24/7 text support services through Shout for advice and reassurance on a mental health conversation or to support wellbeing after a difficult conversation Exclusive quarterly webinars to embed and broaden mental health knowledge The benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders®

This course will help you and your employees gain the necessary vocabulary, grammar, and conversational abilities from our qualified instructors. Additionally, our interactive lessons and hands-on activities will improve your BSL proficiency and comprehension. This Course At A Glance Live Zoom classes with an expert BSL tutor, Adam Linsdell. Gain an extensive understanding of deaf awareness. Acquire knowledge of several commonly used vocabulary words. CPD Accredited certificates are recognized by employers and professional organisations. Enhance your communication skills through practical exercises. BSL Training Course Overview This BSL training course, CPD certified workplace oriented classes, is an immersive 18-hour duration (3 hours per week) course designed to enhance your communication skills with deaf colleagues and customers in a specific workplace setting. This comprehensive program will equip you with the necessary tools to establish effective interactions and bridge the communication gap. Throughout the course, you will learn essential vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills in British Sign Language (BSL). Additionally, you will gain insights into deaf culture and develop a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with hearing impairments in the workplace. By the end of this course, you will be able to confidently communicate using BSL and contribute to a more inclusive and accessible work environment. BSL Training for Workplace, Autumn 2025 Please book your place in advance Weekly via Zoom Online Live Class. You can attend the class online from home/workplace. Total Duration: 18 Hours Class Starts: August 08, 2025-October 10, 2025 Day & Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm (Thursday, 2 hours per week) Venue: Zoom Online Teacher: Adam Linsdell Who should take this course? BSL for the Workplace is perfect for individuals, employees, large or small businesses. Those who are seeking to improve their communication with deaf colleagues and customers in their professional environment can opt for this course. Whether you work in health and healthcare, retail and shopping, hospitality, cultural settings, or public services, this course will provide you with the skills needed to connect and engage with the deaf community. Learning Outcomes: Upon completing the BSL for the Workplace course, participants will achieve the following learning outcomes: Learn fingerspelling alphabets and words with accuracy Develop simple conversations and confidently ask questions on a range of everyday topics Fostering meaningful interactions with deaf colleagues and customers. Demonstrate basic vocabulary related to various topics, allowing for effective expression of ideas and needs. Discover workplace-specific vocabularies relevant to their professional setting Help you engage in specialised conversations and enhance workplace communication. Invest in your communication skills and create an inclusive workplace environment. Enrol in a BSL training course CPD certified workplace oriented classes today and unlock new opportunities for effective communication with the deaf community. Course Curriculum Greetings Learn essential BSL greetings to initiate conversations and create a welcoming atmosphere. These greetings include basic phrases such as “hello,” “good morning,” “how are you?” and more which are essential for establishing rapport and building relationships with deaf individuals. The BSL Alphabet and Fingerspelling Master the BSL alphabet and develop the ability to fingerspell words accurately, enabling effective communication of names, technical terms, and unfamiliar vocabulary. This skill is particularly useful in situations where there may be unfamiliar vocabulary or technical terms that need to be spelled out. Meeting People / Questions Enhance your conversational skills by learning how to introduce yourself, engage in small talk, and ask questions in BSL. These skills will allow you to confidently interact with Deaf individuals and create meaningful connections. Additionally, understanding how to ask questions in BSL will enable you to gather information and participate actively in conversations. Numbers and Number Related Vocabulary Acquire the knowledge to express age, money, and dates accurately in BSL, enabling seamless interactions in various contexts. Mastering numbers and number-related vocabulary in BSL will also help you navigate everyday situations such as shopping, making appointments, and discussing schedules. Being able to accurately express age, money, and dates will enhance your ability to communicate effectively and independently in the Deaf community. Transport / Travel Explore BSL vocabulary related to transportation and travel, enabling you to provide clear directions and discuss travel arrangements. You will learn signs for different modes of transportation such as cars, buses, trains, and aeroplanes, as well as how to ask for and give directions. Additionally, you will be able to discuss travel plans, including booking tickets and discussing itineraries. Telling the Time / Calendar Develop proficiency in expressing time and discussing calendar events in BSL, ensuring effective scheduling and time management. You will also become familiar with discussing different calendar events such as birthdays, holidays, and appointments. This will enable you to effectively manage your schedule and plan your activities accordingly. Weather Expand your vocabulary to discuss weather conditions, enabling you to engage in casual conversations and make relevant inquiries. This skill will also allow you to understand weather forecasts and prepare for any upcoming changes in the weather. Colours Learn the BSL signs for various colours, facilitating discussions about visual elements and enhancing your ability to describe objects accurately. This knowledge will enable you to express yourself more effectively and engage in a wider range of conversations. Describing People Develop the skills to describe individuals’ appearance and characteristics in BSL, allowing you to effectively communicate observations and share information. This skill will not only enhance your ability to interact with deaf individuals but also improve your overall communication skills. Additionally, being able to describe people accurately in BSL can help you navigate social situations and build stronger connections with others. Directions Master directional vocabulary in BSL, empowering you to provide clear instructions and navigate through spaces confidently. This skill will also boost your confidence when navigating unfamiliar spaces, as you will have the ability to clearly communicate directions and understand them yourself. Workplace-Specific Vocabulary Discover workplace-specific vocabulary tailored to your professional setting, such as health and healthcare, retail and shopping, hospitality, cultural settings, and public services. Use this vocabulary to develop simple conversations and strengthen your workplace communication skills. Recognised Accreditation This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field. Certificate of Achievement Certificate of Achievement from Lead Academy After successfully completing the live training, you will be eligible to receive your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully finished a course with Lead Academy. Certificate can be obtained in PDF version as well as hardcopy version at a free of cost.

This workshop is designed to support staff and organisations in the voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to consider, plan, and implement personal and professional boundaries in the workplace.