Aimed at those who already speak Spanish but haven't practiced in a while or have lost their confidence in their ability to communicate in Spanish. During this single three-hour session, we will be meeting in the charming streets of Edinburgh, where we'll embark on a leisurely walk (weather permitting) and indulge in some wonderful Spanish tapas. As we stroll and enjoy some food, we'll refresh your Spanish skills, covering all the essential vocabulary and structures you're likely to use during your upcoming holiday. One non-alcoholic drink of your choice is included in the price of the course, however food isn't (but the tapas are worth every penny!). We offer flexible location options – just let us know your preference. You will leave feeling confident, motivated and ready to speak Spanish while abroad. *If you would like to take part in this session with your partner or a friend, you can do so! There is a £20 charge per additional participant, with a maximum of three participants per session including yourself. If you wish to book for more than one person, just proceed with the booking as normal and then let us know in the notes and we will contact you shortly to arrange payment for the additional participants.
This two day programme is designed to support participants to work through the technical steps and stages as well as the more practical realities of project management.
For those who are working towards exam confidence Save Your Child’s Spot in the 11+ Maths foundations Winter Course Concerned about your child’s struggle with math concepts and word problems? Worried about them answering complex problems under time-pressure? Want them to be exposed to the type of exam style questions they'll need to master? Our engaging course doesn’t just teach numbers; Our Maths courses build confidence. This course is perfect for students in Year 5 preparing for their 11+ Exam in 2024. It is complimentary to our weekly term time small group 11+ maths classes We transform 11+ Maths exam prep from a challenge to an exciting adventure, helping your child become a resilient and prepared student. Mathematics can be a battleground for many students, especially when faced with word problems. We understand the fear of numbers, the confusion with multiplication tables, and the frustration of not being able to solve real-world math challenges. Key Details: Duration: 4 hours Official Lesson Start Date: February half term TBD Maths Focus Areas: Times Tables 8- 15, Word Problems, Fractions, Percentages and Decimals, Geometry + intro to algebra Group Size: 4 to 8 students For Just £117.00 *save 25% with our Small Business Saturday offer! What our families have to say:
The aim of the Focus Awards Level 4 Award in Facial Anatomy & Physiology (RQF) is to provide learners with the knowledge and understanding of the anatomy and physiology associated with the facial area. Please confirm dates and availability with us prior to purchasing Who Is This Course Suitable For? Learners must have previously completed and achieved a level 3 qualification in beauty therapy and a level 2 in skincare and facial treatments. Course Content You will cover: Understand facial anatomy and physiology Understand associated pathologies Understand skin disorders, injuries and conditions You will have 1 Assignment. No exam. Course Duration & Cost No date required, please go ahead and BOOK, we will email across all relevant home studying information directly to your email address You have a minimum of 6 weeks to study for the exam and a maximum of 6 months This course is ALL home studying Categories: Advanced Skin Care Courses, ofqual
Essential self-care for helping professionals New research gives us practical ways to prevent overwhelm or burnout in ourselves and others, manage workplace stress, avoid ‘compassion fatigue’ and much more… Accredited CPD Certificate: 6 hours Length: 1 day (9.15am - 4.00pm GMT) Really interesting and engaging online course with lots of tips to support ourselves and our clientsCOMPLEMENTARY THERAPIST Live Online Training – Join Emily Gajewski on Thursday 11th April 2024 to take some important time out for yourself, or to help those you support. Once you’ve booked your place we will email you confirmation and you will receive details of how to join the Zoom workshop the day before the event. Bonus Recording – the training is recorded, in case anyone experiences technical difficulties on the day, so you will also get a recording for a limited time afterwards to maximise your learning. Can’t make this date? Then please register your interest below – and we’ll email you when a new date is available. To help others effectively, we need to have enough ‘spare capacity’, which means looking after our own wellbeing too – new research shows us how… Why you should take this course When our day-to-day jobs involve continually listening to other people’s emotional difficulties, how do we avoid being overwhelmed by them ourselves or succumbing to compassion fatigue? We are the ‘tool’ of our trade. It could be argued that we have a duty to those we work with to prioritise our own mental health and wellbeing so that we can give them the best possible service. This live online training events shows you how. ‘Burnout’ is commonly defined as a physical and emotional state caused by excessive or overwhelming workplace stress. This is often specifically related to work but of course feelings of burnout can be impacted or compounded by other life events and caring roles too. Even if we know good stress management techniques, this often isn’t enough. Burnout is a very common phenomena in the ‘helping professions’, A 2018 research review paper published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology analysed 30 years of research on this topic, involving 9,000 psychotherapists. Over half of the therapists they sampled reported “moderate-high levels of stress and burnout”. The good news is that burnout, overwhelm and empathy fatigue are not a given of working in roles where we are consistently exposed to others’ emotional pain. New research and insights into ‘buffering’ the impact of this work mean that we can consciously choose to put in safeguards to our own mental wellbeing, whilst also remaining connected and present with our clients. Emily Gajewski’s online course draws on her extensive experience of working as a therapist and clinical supervisor, in the NHS and privately, for over 20 years. Throughout the day she examines the many ways working in the caring professions can impact us personally and gives you a wealth of practical steps you can take to mitigate them. She also covers the most up-to-date guidance on keeping ourselves well and thriving in caring roles and will help you develop a realistic plan for your own continuing wellbeing. Excellent online training…. very insightful and thought provokingHILARY KEARNS, ACUPUNCTURIST What you will learn The latest research on how to prevent burnout in your working life How to identify burnout in ourselves and others – the warning signs you need to look out for Easy, practical steps to protect yourself in stressful work situations How to avoid ‘compassion fatigue’ Evidence based ‘top tips’ for optimal working practices to maintain your own wellbeing The Cycle of Stress – how to ‘work with it’ for optimal health An understanding of vicarious trauma – and how to avoid it Techniques to calm yourself in client sessions when you are ‘triggered’ by something they bring up Understanding the difference between compassion fatigue and empathy fatigue Reducing your own risk of depression when you’re worried about your clients The joy of creating ‘flow’ in our working life Constructive ways to manage difficult feelings that arise as a result of your work Practical techniques for grounding and ‘letting go’ of clients How to safely explore our own areas of vulnerability Useful tips for ongoing stress management What you need to maintain your own mental health How to re-ground yourself if you’re feeling overwhelmed or derailed by a client An opportunity for you to reflect on your own practice and wellbeing, take some time to step back, learn what works for you and how you can create more spare capacity Time to relax, try out techniques and refresh your tools to support your wellbeing and build resilience How to utilise what you’ve learnt to create your own realistic wellbeing plan. Very useful and practical. The term ‘burnout’ is become as over-used as ‘wellbeing’ and ‘stress’. This online course provides clarity on what the term ‘burnout’ means in reality ... with strategies to counter the effectsHEADTEACHER SUPPORT SERVICE COUNSELLOR Course Programme The ‘How to avoid burnout’ live online course starts at 9.15am and runs until 4.00pm. (GMT). 9.15am Join the Zoom meeting 9.30am Understanding Burnout and how to halt the journey towards it 11.00am Comfort break and discussion 11.30am Exploring practical self-care steps that can work for YOU! 1.00pm Lunch break 1.45pm How to manage difficult feelings that arise as a result of our work 2.45pm Comfort break and discussion 3.00pm Creating a plan for your own wellbeing 4.00pm Day ends Who this workshop is suitable for Anyone who works within a role that involves caring for others – including: medical professionals – including GPs and nurses health and social care professionals therapists and mental health workers counsellors educators, teachers professional carers (foster carers and non-paid carers) social workers occupational therapists outreach workers volunteers holistic practitioners etc. 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.
LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION, SCIENCE FICTION / FANTASY After several years spent within publishing houses Bookouture, Canelo, Avon, One More Chapter and Head of Zeus, Hannah Todd became a Literary Agent at the Madeleine Milburn Literary, TV & Film Agency, before joining Janklow & Nesbit in January 2025. Her clients include Kirsty Greenwood, Charlie Gallagher and Leah Mercer. Hannah is keen to see commercial fiction across the board, but with a particular focus on romance, Science Fiction/Fantasy & mystery novels. She is drawn to books with exemplary characterisation, voice and strength of feeling. But don't let your characterisation overshadow the need for impeccable plot and if you can make her laugh or cry then you're onto a winner! Across the full light-dark spectrum Hannah especially loves SFF that features an unlikely band of heroes, like the Six of Crows series by Leigh Bardugo, Scott Lynch's Gentleman Bastard series, Becky Chambers' The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet, T. Kingfisher's Nettle and Bone,and the cosy themes/settings offered by Heather Fawcett and TJ Klune. Hannah's advice is make sure you have a clear USP and hook: If you are sending your reader to a magical academy, or if we're riding dragons or waving wands, that's great! But what makes your book feel different and fresh? An excellent voice is key, but what else makes your take on these tropes stand out? An example of a phenomenal book that has turned the magical academy trope on its head, with layers of excellent world building, a unique magic system and plot twists galore is The Will of the Many by James Islington. If you have something crafted this beautifully then Hannah wants to see it! Romantasy of varying spice levels, accessible to both romance and fantasy readers, is on Hannah's wishlist. And you can whisk her away with contemporary romance novels, romcoms, sweeping love stories that redefine the genre. Romcoms with great disability rep and LGBTQIA+ stories that focus on the joy of falling in love are high on Hannah's agenda. She particularly loves Emily Henry, Laura Wood and Abby Jiminez. Think more Nicholas Sparks than Sally Rooney, and Bonnie Garmus rather than Gabrielle Zevin. In this space, she is a big fan of Emma Donoghue, Bonnie Garmus and Jojo Moyes. Meet with Hannah to discuss your crime and high-concept thrillers with an unsettling ‘it-could-happen-to-me’ feeling, coupled with a twist that's unseen until its delivery. The book she most wants to find in this space is something like Three Hours by Rosamund Lupton in both its themes (real-world emotional suspense) and its execution. A mystery series that feels like a real 'romp' is something she loves to escape with too. With regards to all genres, Hannah is particularly interested in voices from underrepresented backgrounds: such as writers of colour, indigenous communities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and those with disabilities. Hannah does not the right agent to give advice on: Re-imaginings of the classics Books that feature characters putting on Shakespeare plays! Historical fiction Children's, middle-grade and YA Hannah would like you to submit a covering letter, one page synopsis and the first 5,000 words of your completed manuscript in a single word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, Hannah is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print). By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 11th August 2025
'A Half-Day Course on the Pre-counselling, Management of, and Safe Removal of Intrauterine Contraception' Introduction Welcome to our focused half-day course on 'Intrauterine Contraception Counselling and Removal,' a comprehensive training designed for clinicians seeking to deepen their understanding and skills in the safe management of IUC (Intrauterine Contraception). Our aim is to provide you with the essential knowledge and hands-on experience needed for confident counselling, checking, and removal of IUC, paving the way for effective and safe practice after a period of supervised application. Course Overview This engaging and informative session is led by esteemed faculty members, Hanna Smith, a Faculty Registered Trainer with the FSRH, and Dr. Ruth Reakes, bringing together a wealth of expertise and real-world experience. The course is structured to ensure a thorough understanding of the mechanisms, applications, and considerations vital to intrauterine devices (IUD/IUS), focusing on the nuances of pre-counselling, routine checks, and the critical aspects of safe removal. Programme Outline 09:15 - Introduction and Setting Course Objectives: A warm welcome and outlining our goals for the day. 09:30 - Comprehensive Overview of IUC Methods: A detailed exploration of the various IUC options available in clinical practice. 10:00 - Effective Counselling Strategies: Key insights into counselling for IUC insertion and removal, including considerations for pregnancy risk, infection risk, and cycle timings. 10:45 - Coffee Break: A moment to relax and network with peers. 11:00 - Best Practices in IUC Checks and Removal: Guidelines on when and how to check IUC, and crucial factors in deciding when to remove or not to remove. 11:20 - Managing Removal Expectations and Referrals: Understanding what to anticipate during removal and identifying scenarios that require specialist referral. 11:50 - Interactive Case Studies: Applying learned concepts to real-world scenarios to enhance practical understanding. 12:30 - Action Plan and Closing: Wrapping up with a discussion on competencies, an evaluation of the course, and final remarks. Learning Outcomes Update on IUC Options: Refresh your understanding of available intrauterine contraception methods. Pre-Procedure Patient Consultation: Master the critical information required before IUC fitting and removal. Criteria for IUC Procedures: Acquire a thorough comprehension of the indications for fitting and removing IUC. Practical Confidence in IUC Management: Enhance your skills and confidence in IUC checking, removal, and follow-up care. Navigating IUC Challenges: Learn about developing effective referral pathways for IUD complications. Problem-Solving in Practice: Engage in collaborative problem-solving for common clinical challenges related to IUC. (Please note that the programme may be subject to minor changes.)
Gain insights into how to master the dynamics of the opposite colour energies and see the dynamics within your team shift towards healthy relationships. Watch as your bottom line improves as suddenly more is getting done in a smarter way.
The One Day - MHFA Champion Course teaches you how to identify when a person might be experiencing a mental health issue and how to guide them to get the help they need.