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1520 Courses in Edinburgh

Advanced Communication Skills Training

5.0(28)

By Live And Learn Consultancy

This powerful Advanced Communication Skills Training Course will help you identify people’s communication style within 3-5 seconds of meeting them!

Advanced Communication Skills Training
Delivered in Sheffield or UK Wide or OnlineFlexible Dates
Price on Enquiry

Sing and Sign Babes (for babies under 6m)

By Sing and Sign Edinburgh

This lovely gentle introduction to baby signing uses songs, rhymes and gentle games to help you build the framework for good communication with your baby; good eye contact, gestures and body language, facial expressions and more. Over the course you'll learn some basic signs to begin using at home as well as some songs and activities to try with your baby throughout the week.

Sing and Sign Babes (for babies under 6m)
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£30

NPORS Appointed Person Lifting Operations Training

5.0(3)

By Vally Plant Training

NPORS Appointed Person Course or Training NPORS Appointed Person Lifting Operations Training is aimed at anyone who is required to plan safe systems of work using lifting equipment and to gain the NPORS Appointed Person operator card. The aim of the course is to provide candidates with underpinning knowledge to prepare them for the role and responsibility. It is recommended that prior to attending this course individuals should have some experience of working with lifting equipment, especially mobile cranes. It is important that all delegates have a good understanding of spoken and written English for the appointed person course. NPORS is an approved CSCS Partner Card Scheme, firstly providing evidence that individuals working on construction sites have the appropriate training and qualifications but more importantly for the safe operation of the appointed person. Furthermore, training criteria is based on the approved standards of the Construction leadership Council. Experienced Appointed Person Test For experienced Appointed Persons you must complete a 1 day refresher training course. For refresher training you must have held a certificate or card in the past Appointed Person Course Duration: Experienced Worker Test: 1 day refresher training, maximum of 6 candidates Novice: 5 day’s training, maximum of 6 candidates Location*: Tewkesbury or at our clients’ site nationwide Mileage and accommodation charges may apply Certification NPORS Traditional card – lasts for 5 years and is mainly accepted with housebuilders, utilities, port and marine as proof of competence OR NPORS card with CSCS logo – accepted by all major building contractor’s. The initial card is the RED trained operator card which lasts for 2 years and can be upgraded to BLUE competent operator card further to completion of relevant NVQ. CSCS Health & Safety Test If you require the NPORS Appointed Person Red operator card with the CSCS logo on then you must have completed the operatives health and safety test within the last two years. In house certificates: suitable as proof of operator competence accepted for insurance and HSE compliance. The Appointed Person Course Includes: This Appointed Person Course covers essential legislation, crane appreciation, lifting accessories, and planning lifting operations. It culminates in writing a risk assessment and method statement. Legislation LOLER, PUWER, HASAWA. Codes of practice BS7121. Roles and responsibilities of personnel involved with lifting operations. Crane appreciation, crane types, capabilities and limitations. Duty charts. Crane terminology. Documentation and certification for lifting equipment and lifting accessories. Crane stability/ground conditions. Safe Load Indicators (SLI) and Safe Working Loads (SWL). Lifting accessories. Types of accessories and use. Slinging techniques. Down rating of accessories. Sling angles. Communications. Planning a lifting operation. Writing a risk assessment (end test). Writing a method statement (end test). Appointed Person Training Available 7 days a week to suit your business requirements. VPT have a team of friendly and approachable instructors, who have a wealth of knowledge of lifting equipment and the construction industry We have our own training centre conveniently located close to the M5 junction 9, In Tewkesbury. With its own purpose-built practical training area to simulate an actual working environment for the AP Course. Our Appointed Person training and test packages are priced to be competitive. Discounts are available for multiple bookings We can send a fully qualified NPORS Appointed Person Tester to your site nationwide, to reduce the amount of time away from work Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is the NPORS Appointed Person Lifting Operations Training? This training is designed for individuals required to plan safe systems of work using lifting equipment. It provides the knowledge necessary to prepare for the role and responsibilities of an Appointed Person. 2. Who should take this course? Anyone involved in planning and managing lifting operations, especially those with prior experience with lifting equipment, should take this course. 3. What does the course cover? The course covers legislation, codes of practice, roles and responsibilities, types of cranes, duty charts, lifting accessories, risk assessment, and method statement preparation. 4. How long is the course? The course duration is 5 days for novices and 1 day for experienced individuals seeking a refresher. 5. What certification do I receive upon completion? Participants receive an NPORS Appointed Person operator card, valid for 5 years or an NPORS card with CSCS logo. 6. Are there any prerequisites? Candidates should have a good understanding of English. For the NPORS card with CSCS logo, a CSCS Health & Safety test must have been completed within the last two years. Our more courses: Polish your abilities with our dedicated Lift Supervision Training, Slinger Signaller Training, Telehandler Training, Cat & Genny Training, Plant Loader Securer, Ride-On Road Roller, Abrasive Wheel Training, Lorry Loader Training and Scissor Lift Training sessions. Learn the safe and effective operation of these vital machines, crucial for construction and maintenance tasks. Elevate your skills and career prospects by enrolling in our comprehensive courses today.

NPORS Appointed Person Lifting Operations Training
Delivered In-Person in Tewkesbury or UK WideFlexible Dates
Price on Enquiry

Media Training

5.0(1)

By Cocomms - Coherent Communications

Media Training
Delivered in Birmingham or UK Wide or OnlineFlexible Dates
Price on Enquiry

New Leader in Early Years. 12 week programme of training.

By The Leadership Wizard

This is for New leaders/Managers working within early years. This programme is delivered over 12 weeks consisting of 6 topics which all include work based projects. 1. What does good leadership look like? 2 Enhance your communication skills .3. Let us explore good teamwork. 4 Managing Difficult Conversations. 5. Getting to know sector relevant documents. 6. The importance of wellbeing for yourself and for your team. This programme of training ensures new leaders are professional, knowledgeable and confident in leading teams of people.  The work based projects gives the opportunity to practise new skills and then reflect on that practise with the trainer. The programme is delivered individually for maximum impact either face to face or virtually depending on the location The trainer has 24 years experience of managing teams of people in the early years and can relate to the busy, challenging emotional environments that Early Years Leaders work in. Each session is 1.5hrs.  

New Leader in Early Years. 12 week programme of training.
Delivered in West Lothian or UK Wide or OnlineFlexible Dates
FREE

Telephone Skills Training - Customer Care

5.0(28)

By Live And Learn Consultancy

Our 1-day Telephone Skills Training Course equips your employees with best practice customer care techniques to engage with customers in professional manner.

Telephone Skills Training - Customer Care
Delivered in Sheffield or UK Wide or OnlineFlexible Dates
Price on Enquiry

Creating Connection & Belonging with practitioners in an Early Years Team

By Pamela Stein Early Years Leadership & Management Training

Creating Connection & Belonging with practitioners in an Early Years Team
Delivered In-Person in Edinburgh or UK WideFlexible Dates
£30

How to Develop a Vision that leads to Distributive Leadership!

By Pamela Stein Early Years Leadership & Management Training

How to Develop a Vision that leads to Distributive Leadership!
Delivered In-Person in Edinburgh or UK WideFlexible Dates
£30

Time Management Training for Staff

5.0(28)

By Live And Learn Consultancy

Our Time Management Skills Training will help you organise your daily tasks, understand the importance of prioritisation, set realistic goals & manage your working day more intelligently.

Time Management Training for Staff
Delivered in Sheffield or UK Wide or OnlineFlexible Dates
Price on Enquiry

Basic Life Support (BLS) & AED (RQF)

By Emergency Medics

Basic Life Support (BLS) and Safe use of AED training

Basic Life Support (BLS) & AED (RQF)
Delivered In-Person in Tipton or UK WideFlexible Dates
£64