Are you struggling with the 'creeping kilograms?' Many of us find that not only has our weight increased over the last few years but the diets either no longer work or become harder and harder to commit to. This session will help you re-evaluate your approach to losing weight and give you the foundations for creating a plan that makes it easy for you to reach and maintain a weight that feels right for you. Take away a tool that will enable you to assess your eating type, whether you are a protein or carbohydrate based eater, and eating style, whether you prefer to be a grazer or three meals a day, and develop an eating plan that works for you. You will have the opportunity to: Explore the myths and reality of losing weight Examine self-defeating eating habits and how to replace them with energy enhancing food Learn about one change you can make today that will not only help you lose weight but improve your ability to think and manage your emotions more constructively
Are you an EDI Officer, HR Specialist, Leader or Manager? Or the nominated EDI champion for your team? Maybe you've been given the EDI portfolio on behalf of your Board or department? Or if you're aiming to make a difference via your diverse staff network or union, all change-makers are welcome!
Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This in an intermediate and beyond-level course is geared for experienced Python developers looking to delve into the exciting field of Natural Language Processing. It is ideally suited for roles such as data analysts, data scientists, machine learning engineers, or anyone working with text data and seeking to extract valuable insights from it. If you're in a role where you're tasked with analyzing customer sentiment, building chatbots, or dealing with large volumes of text data, this course will provide you with practical, hands on skills that you can apply right away. Overview This course combines engaging instructor-led presentations and useful demonstrations with valuable hands-on labs and engaging group activities. Throughout the course you'll: Master the fundamentals of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and understand how it can help in making sense of text data for valuable insights. Develop the ability to transform raw text into a structured format that machines can understand and analyze. Discover how to collect data from the web and navigate through semi-structured data, opening up a wealth of data sources for your projects. Learn how to implement sentiment analysis and topic modeling to extract meaning from text data and identify trends. Gain proficiency in applying machine learning and deep learning techniques to text data for tasks such as classification and prediction. Learn to analyze text sentiment, train emotion detectors, and interpret the results, providing a way to gauge public opinion or understand customer feedback. The Hands-on Natural Language Processing (NLP) Boot Camp is an immersive, three-day course that serves as your guide to building machines that can read and interpret human language. NLP is a unique interdisciplinary field, blending computational linguistics with artificial intelligence to help machines understand, interpret, and generate human language. In an increasingly data-driven world, NLP skills provide a competitive edge, enabling the development of sophisticated projects such as voice assistants, text analyzers, chatbots, and so much more. Our comprehensive curriculum covers a broad spectrum of NLP topics. Beginning with an introduction to NLP and feature extraction, the course moves to the hands-on development of text classifiers, exploration of web scraping and APIs, before delving into topic modeling, vector representations, text manipulation, and sentiment analysis. Half of your time is dedicated to hands-on labs, where you'll experience the practical application of your knowledge, from creating pipelines and text classifiers to web scraping and analyzing sentiment. These labs serve as a microcosm of real-world scenarios, equipping you with the skills to efficiently process and analyze text data. Time permitting, you?ll also explore modern tools like Python libraries, the OpenAI GPT-3 API, and TensorFlow, using them in a series of engaging exercises. By the end of the course, you'll have a well-rounded understanding of NLP, and will leave equipped with the practical skills and insights that you can immediately put to use, helping your organization gain valuable insights from text data, streamline business processes, and improve user interactions with automated text-based systems. You?ll be able to process and analyze text data effectively, implement advanced text representations, apply machine learning algorithms for text data, and build simple chatbots. Launch into the Universe of Natural Language Processing The journey begins: Unravel the layers of NLP Navigating through the history of NLP Merging paths: Text Analytics and NLP Decoding language: Word Sense Disambiguation and Sentence Boundary Detection First steps towards an NLP Project Unleashing the Power of Feature Extraction Dive into the vast ocean of Data Types Purification process: Cleaning Text Data Excavating knowledge: Extracting features from Texts Drawing connections: Finding Text Similarity through Feature Extraction Engineer Your Text Classifier The new era of Machine Learning and Supervised Learning Architecting a Text Classifier Constructing efficient workflows: Building Pipelines for NLP Projects Ensuring continuity: Saving and Loading Models Master the Art of Web Scraping and API Usage Stepping into the digital world: Introduction to Web Scraping and APIs The great heist: Collecting Data by Scraping Web Pages Navigating through the maze of Semi-Structured Data Unearth Hidden Themes with Topic Modeling Embark on the path of Topic Discovery Decoding algorithms: Understanding Topic-Modeling Algorithms Dialing the right numbers: Key Input Parameters for LSA Topic Modeling Tackling complexity with Hierarchical Dirichlet Process (HDP) Delving Deep into Vector Representations The Geometry of Language: Introduction to Vectors in NLP Text Manipulation: Generation and Summarization Playing the creator: Generating Text with Markov Chains Distilling knowledge: Understanding Text Summarization and Key Input Parameters for TextRank Peering into the future: Recent Developments in Text Generation and Summarization Solving real-world problems: Addressing Challenges in Extractive Summarization Riding the Wave of Sentiment Analysis Unveiling emotions: Introduction to Sentiment Analysis Tools Demystifying the Textblob library Preparing the canvas: Understanding Data for Sentiment Analysis Training your own emotion detectors: Building Sentiment Models Optional: Capstone Project Apply the skills learned throughout the course. Define the problem and gather the data. Conduct exploratory data analysis for text data. Carry out preprocessing and feature extraction. Select and train a model. ? Evaluate the model and interpret the results. Bonus Chapter: Generative AI and NLP Introduction to Generative AI and its role in NLP. Overview of Generative Pretrained Transformer (GPT) models. Using GPT models for text generation and completion. Applying GPT models for improving autocomplete features. Use cases of GPT in question answering systems and chatbots. Bonus Chapter: Advanced Applications of NLP with GPT Fine-tuning GPT models for specific NLP tasks. Using GPT for sentiment analysis and text classification. Role of GPT in Named Entity Recognition (NER). Application of GPT in developing advanced chatbots. Ethics and limitations of GPT and generative AI technologies.
In this webinar, Bev Clough and Laura Pritchard-Jones will introduce their new edited collection, Mental Capacity Law, Sexual Relations, and Intimacy (Bristol University Press). Questions as to the mental capacity of an individual to consent to sex are an increasingly important aspect of legal scholarship and professional practice for those working in care. The Supreme Court judgment in Re JB added new layers of complexity, requiring that a person must be able to understand that the other person needs to consent and can withdraw that consent. While this has been welcomed for asserting the importance of the interpersonal dynamics of sex, it has significant implications for practice and for the day-to-day lives of people with cognitive impairments. We will give an overview of what prompted the collection, and reflect on the themes that emerge through the chapters. We will also reflect on how law has developed since the decision in Re JB and some of the remaining problems this poses.
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This is an essential programme for members of staff whose role exposes them to aggressive or violent behaviour. 1 What's happening? Issues around us Risks in context Personal experiences 2 Safety fundamentals Following internal policy and procedure Personal safety and lone working Use of technology 3 Nipping issues in the bud Recognising early warning signs Avoiding causing problems for ourselves 4 Calming - Reaching - Controlling Tips and techniques for potentially calming a situation Reaching and building rapport Accelerants - tips on avoiding accelerating a situation Assertiveness techniques Non-verbal behaviour Active listening and the use of questions and distractions Exploring ways forward and identifying win/wins Avoiding the secondary argument Fogging The 'drama triangle' If all else fails... 5 Harassment, stalking and on-line bulling What constitutes harassment and definition of stalking On-line bullying Steps to take 6 Reporting principles Importance of incidence reporting Taking care of us What next?
Safe Handling of Medicines Course Overview: The "Safe Handling of Medicines" course provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of the legal, professional, and safety considerations involved in handling medications. This course covers essential topics such as legislation, safe administration practices, patient involvement, and the safe handling of hazardous drugs. By the end of the course, learners will gain the knowledge required to manage medication in a safe and efficient manner while ensuring compliance with UK regulations. The course is designed to equip learners with the skills necessary to contribute to safer healthcare practices and improve medication management in various settings. Course Description: This course dives into the core aspects of safe medicine handling, exploring key principles such as medication management, storage, disposal, and the importance of communication in ensuring safety. Learners will explore legislation and licensing requirements, alongside strategies for administering medications safely, including the handling of hazardous substances. They will also gain insights into the role of patient involvement in medication safety and learn about the audit process and record-keeping. Additionally, learners will review how medication use was managed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Upon completion, participants will be well-prepared to implement safe medication practices in a variety of healthcare environments while ensuring regulatory compliance. Safe Handling of Medicines Curriculum: Module 01: Introduction to Medicines Module 02: Legislation and Licensing Module 03: Key Principles of Medication Management Module 04: Professional Communication and Medication Safety Module 05: Safe Administration of Medicines Module 06: Patient Involvement in Medication Safety Module 07: Storage, Supply and Disposal of Medication Module 08: Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs Module 09: Record-Keeping and Audit Process Module 10: The Safe Use of Medication during the COVID-19 Pandemic (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge in medication safety. Professionals aiming to advance in healthcare settings or roles. Beginners with an interest in healthcare and medication management. Healthcare workers responsible for medication administration. Career Path: Healthcare Assistant Pharmacy Technician Medication Safety Officer Clinical Pharmacist Healthcare Administrator Medical Records Specialist
Emergency Care Assistant - (First Aid) Course Overview: This Emergency Care Assistant - (First Aid) course provides essential knowledge and skills for those interested in responding to emergency situations. Focusing on first aid techniques, learners will be equipped to assess, manage, and treat injuries and illnesses until professional help arrives. Covering critical aspects such as CPR, secondary injuries, and illnesses, this course ensures that participants are confident and prepared to act effectively. By completing this course, learners will gain the competence to provide emergency assistance in a variety of settings, helping to save lives and mitigate harm in urgent situations. Course Description: The Emergency Care Assistant - (First Aid) course covers vital topics including the principles of first aid, how to conduct a secondary survey, and the management of common injuries and medical conditions. Learners will explore the correct methods for performing CPR, identify secondary illnesses, and understand how to address a variety of emergency medical situations. The course is designed to offer a structured and comprehensive learning experience, incorporating theoretical and practical elements to ensure learners develop the necessary skills to provide emergency care. By the end of this course, participants will be fully equipped to assess, manage, and treat injuries and illnesses effectively, contributing to improved emergency response capabilities in any situation. Emergency Care Assistant - (First Aid) Curriculum Module 01: The Aim of First Aid Module 02: The Secondary Survey Module 03: Treating Secondary Injuries Module 04: Resuscitation (CPR) Module 05: Secondary Illnesses and Conditions Module 06: Additional Secondary Illnesses and Conditions (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to gain first aid knowledge and response skills. Professionals aiming to enhance their emergency response capabilities. Beginners with an interest in healthcare or emergency services. Anyone wanting to contribute to safety and well-being in their community. Career Path: Emergency Care Assistant First Aid Trainer Healthcare Support Worker Paramedic Assistant Fire and Rescue Support Staff
Physiotherapy Course Overview This comprehensive course in Physiotherapy provides a well-rounded understanding of key concepts, essential practices, and advanced approaches within the field. Learners will explore core areas such as musculoskeletal, neurological, and respiratory physiotherapy, alongside emerging topics like sports and paediatric physiotherapy. The course aims to equip learners with the necessary theoretical knowledge and clinical understanding required to pursue a successful career in physiotherapy. Whether you are starting your career or looking to specialise, this course offers invaluable insights and prepares you for future professional challenges. By the end, you will have a broad knowledge base of physiotherapy, its principles, and its applications in diverse contexts. Course Description This course covers an extensive range of topics vital for a career in physiotherapy, including the standards and ethics required for professional practice, as well as various physiotherapy interventions across multiple specialisations. Learners will gain an in-depth understanding of the techniques used in sports, neurological, musculoskeletal, respiratory, and paediatric physiotherapy. The course also emphasises the importance of evidence-based practice (EBP) in the field, ensuring learners develop critical thinking and analytical skills. The content is structured to provide a progressive learning experience, beginning with foundational principles and advancing to more specialised therapeutic areas. By the end of the course, learners will be well-prepared to enter the physiotherapy profession with the skills to support patient recovery and rehabilitation effectively. Physiotherapy Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Physiotherapy Module 02: The Standards for Physiotherapists Module 03: The Physiotherapy Interventions Module 04: Sports Physiotherapy Module 05: Neurological Physiotherapy Module 06: Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Module 07: Respiratory Physiotherapy Module 08: Paediatric Physiotherapy Module 09: Evidence-Based Physiotherapy (EBP) Module 10: Building a Career as a Physiotherapist (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to pursue a career in physiotherapy. Professionals aiming to specialise in physiotherapy or expand their knowledge base. Beginners with an interest in healthcare and rehabilitation. Those looking to improve their understanding of various physiotherapy techniques and specialisations. Career Path Physiotherapist in healthcare settings Sports physiotherapist Neurological physiotherapist Musculoskeletal therapist Paediatric physiotherapist Respiratory physiotherapist Rehabilitation specialist Clinical educator or trainer
Nursery Assistant and Child Attachment Course Overview This course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the role of a Nursery Assistant and the critical aspects of child attachment. Covering key areas such as child development, attachment theory, and child psychology, the course equips learners with the knowledge required to support children effectively in their early years. Learners will explore the importance of early childhood development and how attachment plays a pivotal role in shaping children's emotional well-being. By the end of the course, learners will be prepared to work in environments where nurturing and safeguarding children's development are essential. Course Description This course delves into the fundamental principles of child development, attachment theory, and child psychology. Learners will examine how attachment influences children's emotional and social growth, with an emphasis on recognising signs of attachment disorders. The course also covers topics like the importance of early years development, child protection, and keeping children safe and healthy. Through an engaging learning experience, participants will gain a deep understanding of the role of nursery assistants in supporting children's overall development. The course ensures learners are well-equipped to handle sensitive situations in childcare settings, providing a solid foundation for those pursuing careers in early years education and child development. Nursery Assistant and Child Attachment Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Nursery Assistance Module 02: Understanding Child Development Module 03: Importance of Early Years Development Module 04: Introduction to Child Attachment Module 05: Introduction to Child Psychology Module 06: Fundamentals of Attachment Theory Module 07: Assessments of Attachment Module 08: Attachment Disorder Module 09: Care for Children Module 10: Keeping Children Healthy and Safe Module 11: Child Protection (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to support children's emotional and psychological development. Professionals aiming to enhance their knowledge in early childhood care. Beginners with an interest in child development and psychology. Those pursuing a career in nursery or childcare settings. Career Path Nursery Assistant Early Years Educator Childcare Worker Child Protection Officer Teaching Assistant in Early Years Education Social Worker specialising in Child Development