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Metaphysics Course Overview This Metaphysics course offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles underlying reality, existence, and the nature of being. Learners will delve into key metaphysical concepts such as existence, causality, and the relationship between mind and matter. Designed to deepen philosophical understanding, the course also examines the historical development of metaphysical thought alongside its influence on religion, spirituality, and modern New Age beliefs. Participants will gain critical thinking skills, enhancing their ability to analyse abstract ideas and apply them in philosophical, religious, or cultural contexts. By completing this course, learners will build a strong intellectual foundation for further study or professional work involving philosophy, theology, counselling, or holistic disciplines. Course Description This detailed course covers the breadth of metaphysical inquiry, beginning with an introduction to its core subjects and evolving through historical perspectives from ancient to contemporary times. Topics include fundamental questions about existence, the supernatural, and the intersection of metaphysics with religion and occultism. Learners will engage with new metaphysical concepts emerging from the New Age movement and critically examine their cultural significance. The learning experience emphasises analytical reasoning and reflective thought, encouraging students to evaluate complex ideas and theories. Skills developed include philosophical analysis, conceptual clarity, and an enhanced understanding of diverse belief systems, preparing learners for roles that require insight into metaphysical and spiritual frameworks. Metaphysics Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Metaphysics Module 02: Core Subjects of Metaphysics Module 03: History of Metaphysics Module 04: Fundamental Questions of Existence Module 05: New Age Movement and Metaphysics Module 06: Metaphysics and the Supernatural Module 07: Metaphysics, Religion and Occultism Module 08: Other Metaphysical Concepts (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of philosophical concepts. Professionals aiming to enhance their knowledge in theology or spiritual counselling. Beginners with an interest in philosophy, spirituality, or metaphysical studies. Those exploring careers in holistic, religious, or cultural education fields. Career Path Philosophy lecturer or researcher Spiritual or holistic counsellor Religious studies advisor or educator Author or content creator in metaphysical and spiritual topics Cultural consultant or community facilitator

Master Emotional Intelligence for Crucial Moments Course Overview: "Master Emotional Intelligence for Crucial Moments" is an in-depth course designed to enhance your emotional intelligence (EQ) to handle critical situations with clarity and confidence. Throughout this course, you will develop the skills to manage your emotions effectively, understand others’ emotions, and use these insights to navigate complex interactions. Learners will explore key emotional intelligence concepts, gaining the ability to apply them during high-pressure moments. This course equips you with the tools to improve decision-making, strengthen leadership qualities, and handle crises with emotional composure. By the end, you’ll be able to influence outcomes positively in both personal and professional settings, enhancing your overall interpersonal effectiveness. Course Description: This course offers comprehensive insights into mastering emotional intelligence, focusing on its application during crucial moments. You will explore how EQ can be used to pause and reflect, understand emotional triggers, and manage stress in critical situations. Topics such as taming emotional responses, using EQ in leadership, and emotional regulation in times of crisis are central to the course. Learners will engage with various tools and strategies that support emotional self-awareness, empathy, and leadership. By developing these skills, learners will gain an enhanced ability to maintain composure, inspire others, and lead with emotional intelligence in high-stakes environments. This course provides essential skills for those aiming to excel in leadership, communication, and conflict resolution, ensuring they remain calm and focused in the most challenging moments. Master Emotional Intelligence for Crucial Moments Curriculum: Module 01: The Crucial EQ Moment - It's In The Pause Module 02: Use Emotional Intelligence To Tame Your Brain And Cope During Crises Module 03: Emotionally Intelligent Leadership In Action (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to enhance their emotional intelligence for career growth. Professionals aiming to improve leadership and crisis management skills. Beginners with an interest in emotional intelligence and personal development. Anyone looking to strengthen their interpersonal skills in high-pressure situations. Career Path: Leadership Roles Conflict Resolution Specialist Human Resources Manager Executive Coach Organisational Development Consultant Crisis Management Advisor

Getting Started – A Practical Introduction to Mindfulness. – delivered online via zoom A 10-week rolling program introducing mindfulness. There are 10 sessions with distinct content and it’s fine to join at any point. Getting Started operates on a drop-in basis, so if you miss a session you can cover the content next time it comes around. The sessions are interactive to support learning from each other's experiences. We, therefore, request that participants turn their cameras and microphone on for the sessions. Participants will be muted during meditations to reduce distractions. Getting Started is just that- an accessible introduction to mindfulness, providing a practical guide to building it into everyday life. Each session will cover a different aspect of Mindfulness and will include: Discussion about one of the foundational attitudes of mindfulness Each week focuses on a different foundation of building a mindfulness practice starting with Intention and then the nine foundational attitudes of mindfulness: Beginners Mind; Non-Judgement; Gratitude; Acceptance; Non-Striving; Letting Go; Generosity; Patience and Trust. The science which backs it up and how it applies to our lives. and Guided mindfulness practices These form the backbone of each session because practice promotes presence and Suggestions and tips for practicing in the context of our daily life and The opportunity to ask questions and An info sheet emailed to participants after each Getting Started session Session Topics: 1 | Intention – 20th October 2022 2 | Beginners Mind – 27th October 2022 3 | Non-judgement – 3rd November 2022 4 | Gratitude – 10th November 2022 5 | Acceptance – 17th November 2022 6 | Non-striving – 24th November 2022 7 | Letting Go – 1st December 2022 8 | Generosity – 8th December 2022 9 | Patience – 15th December 2022 10 | Trust – 22nd December 2022

Birth Doula Course Overview This Birth Doula course is designed to provide learners with comprehensive knowledge and skills to support expectant mothers throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Participants will gain a solid understanding of antenatal, labour, and postnatal care, along with key aspects of emotional support for both mothers and families. The course prepares learners to support women in their journey through pregnancy, offering valuable insight into maternal health, newborn care, and mental wellbeing. Upon completion, learners will be equipped to offer invaluable assistance to women during this critical time, ensuring a supportive and compassionate birth experience. Course Description The Birth Doula course covers essential aspects of maternity care, including a detailed understanding of pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Learners will explore various topics such as antenatal care, the clinical examination of pregnant women, and management of common pregnancy symptoms. They will also learn about the care of women during labour, including postpartum support and infant care. Mental health considerations for mothers, grief, bereavement, and family planning are all crucial aspects addressed in this course. Learners will gain knowledge of effective communication, empathy, and ethics, which are essential when supporting women through this journey. By completing this course, learners will acquire skills to become a trusted companion for women during one of the most important times in their lives. Birth Doula Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Birth Doula Module 02: A Woman’s Body in Pregnancy Module 03: Antenatal Care during Pregnancy Module 04: Management of Common Symptoms of Pregnancy Module 05: Clinical Examination of Pregnant Women Module 06: Care of a Woman during Labour Module 07: Postpartum Care Module 08: Screening Newborn Baby Module 09: Infant Care Module 10: Mental Health of the Mother Module 11: Grief and Bereavement Module 12: Contraception and Family Planning Module 13: Effective Communication Module 14: Empathy and Comfort Skills Module 15: Ethics in Doula (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to support pregnant women and families. Professionals aiming to enhance their maternity care practice. Beginners with an interest in childbirth and women's health. Aspiring doulas wishing to enter the field of maternal care. Those interested in developing expertise in supporting emotional wellbeing during pregnancy. Career Path Birth Doula Maternity Support Worker Labour and Delivery Assistant Postpartum Care Specialist Women's Health Educator Family Support Worker

Entrepreneurship: Startup your New Venture Course Overview This course provides a comprehensive introduction to entrepreneurship, guiding learners through the essential concepts and mindset required to start and grow a successful new venture. It covers the definition of entrepreneurship, the characteristics of entrepreneurs, and the fundamental elements that underpin enterprise development. Learners will gain insight into recognising opportunities, overcoming challenges such as poverty cycles, and distinguishing the entrepreneurial role from managerial functions. The course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate their entrepreneurial potential and develop a strong foundation for launching their own business. Whether starting a venture or enhancing career prospects, learners will be empowered to approach entrepreneurship with confidence and strategic understanding. Course Description Entrepreneurship: Startup your New Venture explores the dynamic world of starting and managing new businesses, emphasising both theoretical and real-life examples to enhance understanding. The course delves into the core elements of entrepreneurship, including opportunity recognition, risk evaluation, and enterprise creation. Learners will engage with self-assessment exercises to identify entrepreneurial traits and distinguish between entrepreneurial and managerial roles. Throughout, the programme offers a balanced view of challenges and success factors, including the impact of socio-economic conditions on entrepreneurial activity. By the end, learners will have developed critical thinking and decision-making skills essential for aspiring entrepreneurs and those looking to contribute to enterprise growth across various industries. Entrepreneurship: Startup your New Venture Curriculum Module 01: Preview Module 02: Common Course Information Module 03: Who is an Entrepreneur? Module 04: The Criteria of Entrepreneurship Module 05: The Vicious Cycle of Poverty Module 06: Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship and Enterprise: The Theory Module 07: Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship and Enterprise: Live Example Module 08: Five Core Elements of Entrepreneurship: Part 1 Module 09: Five Core Elements of Entrepreneurship: Part 2 Module 10: Self Assessment: Is Maya Devi an Entrepreneur? Module 11: Self Assessment: Is Jacob an Entrepreneur? Module 12: Self Assessment: Is Jennet an Entrepreneur? Module 13: Difference Between an Entrepreneur and a Manager (See full curriculum) Who Is This Course For? Individuals seeking to start their own business venture. Professionals aiming to develop entrepreneurial skills for career growth. Beginners with an interest in business startups and enterprise development. Anyone wanting to understand the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and enterprise. Career Path Startup Founder or Owner Business Development Executive Small Business Consultant Enterprise Project Coordinator Innovation and Growth Strategist

Novel Writing: From Idea to Publishing Course Overview This course offers a comprehensive journey through the entire novel writing process, from the initial spark of an idea to the final step of publishing. Learners will explore essential elements such as idea generation, audience identification, genre selection, and the craft of creating compelling plots and memorable characters. The course emphasises effective drafting and editing techniques to enhance storytelling quality. Additionally, it addresses common challenges like writer’s block and provides strategic guidance on publishing options. By the end of this course, learners will be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to develop their novel-writing skills, enabling them to create engaging narratives ready for publication or submission. This course is ideal for those wishing to develop their creative writing capabilities and gain a thorough understanding of the novel writing journey. Course Description This course delves deeply into the core aspects of novel writing, guiding learners through a structured approach to develop their stories from conception to publication. Topics include identifying and refining ideas, understanding target readers, and choosing the appropriate genre to maximise impact. The course covers narrative structure, setting development, and characterisation to build rich and immersive worlds. Emphasis is placed on writing the first draft with clarity and purpose, followed by detailed editing strategies to improve flow and coherence. Learners will also explore methods to overcome writer’s block and explore various publishing routes, from traditional to self-publishing. Throughout, the course fosters a professional understanding of the writing process, enhancing creativity, discipline, and market awareness essential for success in the literary field. Novel Writing: From Idea to Publishing Curriculum Module 01: Getting Started with Novel Writing Module 02: Finding Ideas and Selecting Your Audience Module 03: Selecting Your Genre Module 04: Planning and Plotting: Using Stories, Narrative and Setting Module 05: Bringing Your Characters to Life Module 06: Making That First Draft Module 07: Editing Effectively Module 08: Overcoming the Dreaded Writer’s Block Module 09: Getting Your Work Published (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to develop novel-writing skills and storytelling expertise. Professionals aiming to enhance their creative writing for career advancement. Beginners with an interest in literary creation and narrative development. Aspiring authors looking to understand the complete novel writing and publishing process. Career Path Novelist and Fiction Writer Creative Writer for Publishing Houses Content Creator and Story Developer Literary Agent Assistant Editorial Assistant in Publishing Self-Publishing Author

Parental Mental Health & Child Protection Course Overview: This course on Parental Mental Health & Child Protection provides an in-depth understanding of the complex intersection between parental mental health issues and their impact on child welfare. Learners will explore a range of mental health disorders, focusing on how these conditions affect family dynamics and child development. The course covers crucial safeguarding practices, enabling professionals to assess and address the needs of families in distress. Upon completion, learners will have the skills to identify early signs of mental health struggles in parents, understand the risks to children, and apply appropriate interventions to ensure child protection. The practical value of this course lies in its ability to equip professionals with the knowledge to support vulnerable families and promote the wellbeing of children. Course Description: The Parental Mental Health & Child Protection course offers a thorough exploration of various mental health issues that parents may face, such as stress, anxiety, personality disorders, and mood disorders, and their implications for children. Learners will delve into the impacts of these disorders on family relationships and child protection. The course includes a detailed analysis of safeguarding procedures and strategies for assessing needs and providing help to families in crisis. By examining real-world case studies, participants will gain insights into identifying early warning signs of child harm, understanding the role of mental health in child protection, and implementing effective solutions. Upon completing this course, learners will be equipped with the skills to support at-risk families and contribute to effective child safeguarding. Parental Mental Health & Child Protection Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Mental Health Module 02: Stress and Anxiety Disorders Module 03: Schizophrenia Module 04: Personality Disorders Module 05: Mood Disorders Module 06: Eating & Sleeping Disorders Module 07: Self-Harm and Suicide Module 08: Solving Family Issues – Part 1 Module 09: Solving Family Issues – Part 2 Module 10: Safeguarding – Assessing Need and Providing Help (Part 1) Module 11: Safeguarding – Assessing Need and Providing Help (Part 2) Module 12: Building Relationships (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to understand the connection between mental health and child protection. Professionals aiming to develop skills in safeguarding and family support. Beginners with an interest in mental health, child welfare, or social work. Any other relevant group interested in family dynamics and child protection. Career Path: Social Workers Child Protection Officers Family Support Workers Mental Health Counsellors Youth Workers Family Therapists

This Health & Safety in the Care Sector Course works alongside, and helps, learners understand Standard 13 of the Care Certificate. This Standard touches on the legislation, policies & responsibilities relating to Health & Safety in the care sector, as well as looking at accidents and sudden illnesses.

QuickBooks for the Self Employed Course Overview This "QuickBooks for the Self Employed" course provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of using QuickBooks Self-Employed (QBSE) to efficiently manage finances, track income and expenses, and generate key financial reports. Designed for self-employed individuals, this course will equip learners with the skills to streamline accounting processes, ensuring financial accuracy and time-saving capabilities. Learners will also gain insights into setting up accounts, managing receipts, creating invoices, and preparing for tax season, all with the goal of simplifying the financial management aspect of self-employment. Upon completion, learners will be confident in using QuickBooks for tax reporting and overall financial management. Course Description This course offers a thorough exploration of QuickBooks Self-Employed (QBSE), covering key aspects of financial management tailored for freelancers and small business owners. The modules include connecting accounts, managing receipts, creating invoices, applying tax rules, and generating essential reports. Learners will delve into adding rules, creating and amending bank rules, and understanding the QuickBooks interface. Each section has been crafted to ensure learners can confidently navigate QBSE, setting them up for success in managing their finances effectively. The course also covers the integration of QBSE with QuickBooks Online (QBO), providing learners with an in-depth understanding of the software’s full potential. By the end of the course, learners will have gained the skills to manage their self-employed finances efficiently and prepare for tax season with ease. QuickBooks for the Self Employed Curriculum: Module 01: Introduction Module 02: First Account Connected Module 03: Receipts in Inbox Module 04: Adding Rules Module 05: Create an Invoice Module 06: Home Page Details Module 07: Connect Another Account Module 08: Creating Bank Rule on 070 Account Module 09: Amending the Rules Module 10: Reports Module 11: Transaction Adding – When Not on the Bank Module 12: QBSE and QBO Interface Module 13: Conclusion (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to manage their finances effectively as self-employed professionals. Professionals aiming to streamline their financial processes and reporting. Beginners with an interest in accounting software and financial management for freelancers. Entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to simplify accounting tasks. Career Path Freelance Accountant Financial Administrator for Small Businesses Self-Employed Entrepreneur Bookkeeping Assistant Tax Preparation Assistant

Canine Communication Course Overview This Canine Communication course offers a comprehensive introduction to understanding how dogs communicate, both with their own kind and with humans. Learners will explore canine behaviour, body language, emotions, and socialisation, gaining vital insights into canine psychology and intelligence. The course equips learners with essential knowledge to interpret dog signals accurately, promoting better relationships between dogs and their owners or handlers. Whether you are a dog enthusiast, pet owner, or professional working with animals, this course enhances your ability to recognise and respond to canine communication effectively. By the end of the course, learners will be confident in identifying signs of canine wellbeing and distress, helping to ensure the welfare and happiness of dogs in various environments. Course Description Delving deeper into the fascinating world of canine behaviour, this course covers key topics such as the evolution of dogs, their cognitive abilities, and the critical role of socialisation in shaping behaviour. Students will learn to decode canine body language and emotional cues, developing an understanding of how dogs express themselves non-verbally and interact with humans. The curriculum also examines the psychological aspects of dogs, highlighting the importance of recognising signs of suffering and emotional distress. Furthermore, the course explores the responsibilities of dog owners and essential skills for anyone working with dogs professionally. Delivered in a structured, engaging format, this course develops the theoretical knowledge needed to foster strong, empathetic connections between humans and dogs. Canine Communication Curriculum: Module 01: Introduction to Canine Evolution Module 02: Introduction to Canine Intelligence Module 03: The Importance of Socialisation Module 04: Canine Communication Module 05: Canine Psychology Module 06: Dog Communication and Body Language Module 07: Communication Between Dogs and Humans Module 08: Canine Emotions and Signs of Suffering Module 09: The Role of a Dog Owner Module 10: Essential Skills for Working With Dogs (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to better understand dog behaviour and communication. Professionals aiming to enhance their knowledge for careers in animal care or training. Beginners with an interest in canine psychology and dog welfare. Pet owners wanting to improve their relationship with their dogs. Career Path Dog Trainer or Behaviourist Animal Welfare Officer Canine Therapist or Rehabilitation Specialist Veterinary Assistant Pet Care Professional Dog Walking and Boarding Services