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– in yourself and others Research shows that exercising self-compassion creates more resilience against stress, greater ability to focus, increases happiness and optimism, improves relationships and more. This live online course explains why and gives you a range of effective techniques you can use straight away…  Accredited CPD Certificate: 6 hours Length: 1 day (9.15am - 4.00pm BST) Absolutely brilliant live workshop from beginning to end!CARMEL AUSTIN Many people struggle with showing themselves compassion – they may be highly critical of themselves, or wracked with feelings of shame, self-doubt or self-worth – but with the right approach it is possible to help them develop this key component of recovery and wellbeing. This new online self-compassion course provides you with all you need to know to bring self-compassion into your practice, your personal life and the lives of others – with plenty of time to try out the techniques for yourself. Join our expert tutor Julie Johnson live online on Tuesday 4th June 2024 for this helpful CPD training delivered via Zoom. When you book, we’ll email your booking confirmation – your link for joining the Zoom workshop will be sent the day before the event – numbers are limited so book soon to ensure your place. BONUS RECORDING – the training is recorded, in case anyone experiences technical difficulties, so you’ll also get a recording afterwards for a limited time to maximise your learning. Why take this course Being compassionate towards ourselves when things go wrong, or we are struggling to cope, is not self-pity – it is an essential skill that can be learnt and developed, giving people the strength to move forward. When things don’t go our way or we feel we can’t cope – or something bad has happened to us – we may feel ashamed or blame ourselves for not being good enough, capable enough, strong enough and so on. This negative self-criticism can be highly damaging and hold us back. It is far more empowering to turn towards ourselves with compassion (which is what self-compassion literally means). Helping people to find the best ways to draw out their self-compassion is a skill that needs to be learned. Different from empathy (the ability to appreciate what another person is experiencing) and from self-pity (which is self-focused, exaggerates personal suffering and is disempowering and draining), self-compassion enhances resilience, allowing us to recognise our personal failings while appreciating that we are all human and make mistakes – thus helping us to move on past them. Learning how to use self-compassion from a human givens perspective makes it an extra-valuable tool for supporting our clients in getting their innate needs met and making best use of their innate resources. It may also help you in your own life. This indepth 1-day live online self-compassion experiential training day shows you how. A wonderful online learning experience, jam-packed full of useful teaching and loads of references to resources for further self study and development...KARSTEN ALVA-JORGENSEN, EXECUTIVE COACH What will you learn What self-compassion is and isn’t Research findings that demonstrate the positive effects on the body and mind of exercising self-compassion Why some people find self-compassion difficult The roots of self-compassion A new empowering perspective on making mistakes How practising self-compassion helps our ability to problem solve An important adjunctive tool for working with harsh self-criticism, trauma, emotional pain; bereavement, loss, change, and chronic-conditions Why self-compassion increases resilience Simple techniques for self-soothing and self-care How to apply these new understandings in therapy The especial value of using these techniques with parents and children How to bring these technique seamlessly into everyday life Ways that self-compassion helps with meeting emotional needs The impact of self-compassionate practice on organisations How self-compassion can help children become happier and kinder Why compassion for oneself enhances sense of status Ways that exercising self-compassion lowers emotional arousal and unhelpful thinking How self-compassion differs from both compassion and empathy The dangers of too much self-compassion How self-compassion helps focus the imagination positively Creative applications of self-compassion How self-compassion maps onto every human need and innate emotional resource, making it an essential tool in every HG practitioner’s toolbox Practical examples and case histories to learn from Who is this course suitable for? Anyone interested for personal or professional reasons Including anyone working as a practitioner helping those in mental distress or with chronic physical conditions Anyone interested in skills to help promote their own wellbeing and that of others Anyone working or living with children, or young and older people Anyone working with parents Anyone working within a caring context, such as carers, teachers, NHS workers, foster carers, social workers etc Therapists, counsellors and mental health professionals Course Programme The ‘Developing Self-Compassion’ live online training day starts at 9.15am and runs until 4.00pm. (BST). 9.15am Join the Zoom meeting 9.00am Introduction to self-compassion 11.00am Comfort break and discussion 11.30am Unpacking self-compassion 1.00pm Lunch break 1.45pm Self-compassion skills 2.45pm Comfort break and discussion 3.00pm Pulling it all together 4.00pm End days 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.

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Your puppy training journey can begin before you even bring your puppy home. By ensuring you have the basics covered such as puppy crate training and puppy toilet training, you can start your journey off with your puppy in the best possible way.    Focusing on you and your puppy outside of a group class setting, in a 1-2-1 puppy training session, can be really useful for you and your puppy. We can focus on specific goals you may have, from teaching a puppy a new game such as retrievals or flirt pole, to training for specific situations such good puppy manners when guests come to our house. 1-2-1 puppy training sessions are typically 1 hour. Training can be carried out in your home/ garden or out at an agreed location, such as a local park, if suitable for you and your puppy goals. I am also happy for you to travel to me to train your dog at an agreed location. 1-2-1 puppy training prices: 1 hour = £60, including follow up report. Pre-arrival session= £30 (half hour) (Longer sessions can be arranged by agreement, priced on an individual basis.) Above prices are based on Dog Training being in and around Bishop's Stortford (IE Sawbridgeworth, Much Hadham, Little Hallingbury, Harlow, Puckeridge, Standon, Manudon), I am happy to travel, subject to agreed travel costs.

Acro is a style of that combines gymnastics and tumbling, while tricks involve learning how to perform stunts such as flips and cartwheels. Our gymnastics classes focus on developing strength and flexibility, which are essential for both dance and acrobatics. Our classes are designed to be challenging yet fun, and we aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for your child to learn and grow. We believe that every child has the potential to be a great dancer, and we work hard to help them achieve their goals. At our dance school, we offer classes for children of all ages and skill levels. Whether your child is a beginner or an advanced dancer, we have the right class for them. Our classes are also structured in such a way that they are age-appropriate, so you can be sure that your child is learning in a safe and supportive environment.

This course aims to assist adult learners in improving their pronunciation skills and reducing their accents to enhance their overall communication in English. Through a variety of exercises and activities, participants will focus on specific sounds, stress patterns, intonation, and rhythm to develop clearer and more fluent speech. Course Duration: 10 weeks (20 sessions) Course Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will: 1. Identify and produce accurate sounds, stress patterns, and intonation in English. 2. Develop awareness of their own pronunciation challenges and strategies for improvement. 3. Reduce their native accent to improve overall intelligibility. 4. Enhance their listening skills and ability to distinguish between different sounds. 5. Increase their confidence in spoken English communication. Course Outline: Week 1: Introduction to Pronunciation and Accent Reduction - Assessing participants' pronunciation strengths and areas for improvement - Understanding the importance of pronunciation in effective communication - Introduction to key concepts: sounds, stress, intonation, and rhythm Week 2: Vowel Sounds - Identifying and producing English vowel sounds - Practice exercises and drills for accurate vowel pronunciation - Common pronunciation challenges and strategies for improvement Week 3: Consonant Sounds - Identifying and producing English consonant sounds - Focus on challenging consonant sounds and their correct articulation - Practice exercises and drills for accurate consonant pronunciation Week 4: Word Stress and Sentence Stress - Understanding the concept of stress and its role in English pronunciation - Practice exercises for placing stress on the correct syllables in words and sentences - Intonation patterns in different sentence types Week 5: Rhythm and Linking - Developing a sense of rhythm in English speech - Practice exercises for linking words together and maintaining flow - Awareness of connected speech phenomena Week 6: Intonation Patterns - Recognizing and producing different intonation patterns in English - Practice exercises for conveying meaning through intonation - Intonation in questions, statements, and emotions Week 7: Pronunciation of Commonly Mispronounced Words - Identification and correction of commonly mispronounced words - Practice exercises for improving pronunciation of specific words - Strategies for self-correction and continued improvement Week 8: Accent Reduction Techniques - Understanding the impact of native accents on English pronunciation - Techniques for reducing native accents and improving intelligibility - Practice exercises for adopting a more neutral accent Week 9: Listening Skills and Discrimination - Enhancing listening skills to better distinguish between sounds - Practice exercises for recognising and discriminating between similar sounds - Developing an ear for correct pronunciation through listening activities Week 10: Review and Fluency Practice - Reviewing course content and addressing individual needs - Fluency practice exercises and activities - Final evaluation and feedback session Note: This syllabus is a guideline and can be customised based on the specific needs and preferences of the participants. You can opt in and out of different modules. 

Intense Pulsed Light or Laser Hair Removal. Hugely popular in the UK, this treatment leads the way in permanent hair removal. Salons around the UK command very good profits from a course of IPL or laser. In the 2000's, women have the opportunity to be hair free and this has led to an increase in the demand for hair free bodies. Certain cultures dictate that women be as hair free as possible and IPL allows for this. There are certain IPL machines in the market that are virtually pain free, making it possible for a woman to have a 'brazilian' or a 'hollywood' treatment. Please enquire if you wish to know more. How Does IPL Work The treatment involves the application of a focused, broad-spectrumlight (xenon), which is applied to the surface of the skin using a hand-held application head. Selective photo-thermolysis involves the process of the light, which travels across and within the range until it reaches the hair shafts or the root of the hair (the bulb). The bulb is usually where the highest concentration of melanin is located. The melanin is what determines our hair/skin colour and once this melanin has been destroyed there can be no growth. The IPL light is changes into heat. This will literally 'blow up' the root of the hair. If a hair has nowhere to grow with no hair bed, it cannot grow! This intense heat also destroys the papilla. IPL treatments will permanently reduce the total number of body hairs but will not result in a permanent removal of all hair and many factors can trigger re-growth such as hormones, menopause, pregnancy and medication. With an IPL treatment, the hair growth cycle has to be in Anagen (the active stage). The hair growth cycle differs on different areas of the body which is why we need to recommend a course! A- Anagen (active stage) C- Catagen (transitionary stage) T- Telagen (resting phase) As the hair growth cycle process can take between 4-6 weeks, this is why we recommend a client to return for their course every 4 weeks. It has the best track record. IPL & Laser has the best overall results (on large areas), versus any other method, in getting rid of hair for longer periods of time if not permanently. All skin types and hair colours can be identified. IPL (intense pulsed light) it does target pigmentation (this determines hair and skin colour), but an ND Yag Laser is not determined by the Fitzpatrick Scale. What is the difference between Laser and IPL Laser and IPL are identified by their wavelength which is usually shown in nanometres (nm). IPL systems are different to a Laser machine as they have a range of emissions. With the AATT Freeze 1 machine the range for hair removal is 640-1200nm (this is a ruby wavelength). For photo-rejuvenation the range is 540-1100nm (this is a green wavelength). The Poly lightbulb emits a range of wavelengths to appear as a flash of white light The Wavelengths are incoherent and travel in all directions with no order between them The High beam spreads out more rapidly than a laser beam The Focus is on a large area which reduces the risk of eye damage compared with coherent sources such as a laser beam. IPL is the abbreviation of Intense Pulsed Light. The machines have been widespread in use since the beginning of the 1990's. The flash lamp is commonly a xenon (huge uses across industry, photographic and medical) What Does The Course Include? When choosing a course ensure that it includes both theory and a wide variety of practical content. Every course should include: Anatomy and Physiology Types & structure of the hair Health & Safety Management Salon Management Client Care Laser & IPL Hair Removal Application Laser and IPL for Photo-rejuvenation Skin, blood and lymphatic circulation Reproductive and endocrine system Theory of Electric Currents Consultations & Record Cards Contra-indications & contra-actions Aftercare advice Accurate techniques Legislation, Hygiene and Sterilisation What is expected of the student to complete a fast track course? Full attendance of the lesson dates A full commitment to work hard Health & Safety Management Salon Management Client Care Successful Laser & IPL Hair Removal Application Successful Laser and IPL for Photo-rejuvenation Completion of a Portfolio Performing Competent Assessments Producing a Written Assignment Home Study and Practice Please see below our list of upcoming courses. Click on the course for further information, request a call or email regarding the course or book now! Course Days Dates Cost VTCT Level 4 IPL & Laser 2 6/04/2024 7/04/2024 £999 VTCT Level 4 IPL & Laser 2 23/05/2024 24/05/2024 £999 VTCT Level 4 IPL & Laser 2 21/06/2024 22/06/2024 £999 VTCT Level 4 IPL & Laser 2 24/07/2024 25/07/2024 £999

Crochet class in Surrey. Learn some new crochet stitches and make a bolster or cushion cover in a friendly setting.

Mindfulness is a practical technique for developing a greater sense of awareness and focus on the present moment. It is the opposite of mindlessness, meaning that actions and reactions become conscious and deliberate. It is an extremely useful tool for any busy work environment. Currently being used by the likes of Google and Pepsi, mindfulness can be adopted within the workplace to reduce stress and anxiety, provide greater focus and clarity, improve leadership capabilities and enhance the general wellbeing of staff at all levels. This workshop has been developed for forward-thinking organisations wanting to make a real and sustainable commitment to improving workplace wellbeing and productivity. This workshop will help you to understand the basic principles and benefits of mindfulness, and how it can be used in the workplace setting. It will also enable you to develop techniques to alleviate overwhelming feelings of stress or anxiety, prepare for important or challenging meetings, and generally achieve a greater sense of focus, clarity and calm whilst dealing with a hectic schedule.

Course Information Our extensively proven course delves into the essential stages of process and system auditing. Gain invaluable insights and direction in auditing systems and processes, spanning across global and local organisational levels. This course will assist delegates with: A practical approach for the development and conduct of process and system audits An enhanced understanding of key system audit principles, preparation, design and conduct Increased expertise, efficiency and confidence. This course is structured to encourage delegates to: Discuss and develop ideas Solve specific problems Share knowledge and experiences. By the end of the course delegates will be better able to: Design and plan more effectively to achieve their process and systems audit objectives and add value to their organisation Improve the effectiveness, focus and credibility of the audit programme Understand the key system audit principles, preparation, design and conduct Develop system audit tools to ensure more effective audit conduct and outcome Create audit strategies utilising risk management principles Prepare for inspections. Tutors Tutors will be comprised of (click the photos for biographies): Allison Jack Executive Director, Bristol Myers Squibb Rocio Castellanos Director, Pfizer Ltd Guy Houben G(C)LP Auditor, Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson Programme Please note timings may be subject to alteration. Day 1 08:50 Registration 09:00 Welcome and Introductions, Expectations/Challenges/Experiences A discussion to explore the range of approaches to the conduct of systems audit. 09:30 Introducing Systems Audit What is a system? Why conduct system audits? Advantages, disadvantages and challenges. 10:20 Break 10:35 Systems Audit Design and Planning Identifying the customer, setting objectives, development of the audit plan and audit tools, plans for the audit report. 12:00 Designing System Audit Tools 12:45 Lunch 13:30 System Audit Plan - Exercise 14:00 Introduction to Case Studies The objectives of the case studies are defined and process and outputs described. 14:15 Case Studies - Session 1 A first opportunity for work on case studies. Defining objectives and scope and understanding the requirements of the audit client. 15:00 Break 15:20 Case Studies - Session 1 continued 16:30 Case Studies - Feedback 17:00 Close of Day 1 Day 2 09:00 Simple System Audit Example - Introduction The objectives of the case studies are defined and process and outputs described. 09:10 Case Studies - Session 2 - A Simple System Audit Example An example of system audit applied to a simple system. 10:30 Break 10:45 A Simple System Audit Example - Case Study Feedback 11:30 Strategy Audit programme planning. 12:15 Lunch 13:00 Case Studies - Session 3 Work on delegate's case studies. 14:30 Break 14:45 Case Studies - Session 3 - Feedback 15:15 Closing remarks 15:30 Close of course Extra Information Face-to-face course Course Material Course material will be available in PDF format for delegates attending this course. The advantages of this include: Ability for delegates to keep material on a mobile device Ability to review material at any time pre and post course Environmental benefits – less paper being used per course. The material will be emailed in advance of the course and RQA will not be providing any printed copies of the course notes during the training itself. Delegates wishing to have a hard copy of the notes should print these in advance to bring with them. Alternatively delegates are welcome to bring along their own portable devices to view the material during the training sessions. Remote course Course Material This course will be run completely online. You will receive an email with a link to our online system, which will house your licensed course materials and access to the remote event. Please note this course will run in UK timezone. The advantages of this include: Ability for delegates to keep material on a mobile device Ability to review material at any time pre and post course Environmental benefits – less paper being used per course Access to an online course group to enhance networking. You will need a stable internet connection, a microphone and a webcam. CPD Points 14 Points Development Level Develop

Why Learn Sketchup and Stable Diffusion Rendering Course? Course Link SketchUp and Stable Diffusion Rendering Course. An AI image creation course designed to explore AI image creation techniques and master the use of advanced AI technology. You'll learn Ai 3D modeling, advanced rendering, and lighting techniques. Duration: 16 hrs. Method: 1-on-1 Online Over Zoom is also available. Schedule: Tailor your own schedule by pre-booking a convenient hour of your choice, available from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm. The Sketchup and Stable Diffusion Rendering Course equips students with comprehensive skills for visually stunning Ai (Artificial intelligence) 3D models and renderings. Master Sketchup's user-friendly interface, advanced rendering techniques, and stable diffusion rendering. Hands-on exercises and real-world projects enhance learning. Ideal for architecture, interior design, product development, and visualization careers. The Sketchup and Stable Diffusion Rendering Course equips students with comprehensive skills for visually stunning Ai (Artificial intelligence) 3D models and renderings. Master Sketchup's user-friendly interface, advanced rendering techniques, and stable diffusion rendering. Hands-on exercises and real-world projects enhance learning. Ideal for architecture, interior design, product development, and visualization careers. Sketchup and Stable Diffusion Rendering Course (16 hours) Module 1: Introduction to Sketchup (2 hours) Overview of Sketchup software and interface navigation Basic drawing tools and geometry creation techniques Module 2: Texturing and Materials (2 hours) Applying textures and customizing materials Exploring texture mapping and material libraries Module 3: Lighting and Shadows (2 hours) Understanding lighting principles and light placement Creating realistic shadows and reflections Module 4: Advanced Modeling Techniques (3 hours) Creating complex shapes and utilizing advanced tools Working with groups, components, and modifiers Module 5: Stable Diffusion Rendering (2 hours) Introduction to stable diffusion rendering Configuring rendering settings for optimal results Module 6: Scene Composition and Camera Setup (2 hours) Exploring composition principles and camera perspectives Managing scenes and creating walkthrough animations Module 7: Rendering Optimization (2 hours) Optimizing models for faster rendering Using render passes and post-processing techniques Module 8: Project Work and Portfolio Development (1 hour) Applying skills to complete a real-world project Showcasing work in a professional portfolio Optional: Installing Stable Diffusion and Python (Additional 10 hours) Module 1: Introduction to Stable Diffusion and Python Overview of Stable Diffusion and Python's significance Module 2: System Requirements Hardware and software prerequisites for installation Module 3: Installing Python Step-by-step installation process for different OS Module 4: Configuring Python Environment Setting up environment variables and package managers Module 5: Installing Stable Diffusion Downloading and installing the Stable Diffusion package Module 6: Setting Up Development Environment Configuring IDEs for Python and Stable Diffusion Module 7: Troubleshooting and Common Issues Identifying and resolving common installation errors Module 8: Best Practices and Recommendations Managing Python and Stable Diffusion installations Module 9: Practical Examples and Projects Hands-on exercises demonstrating usage of Stable Diffusion and Python Module 10: Advanced Topics (Optional) Exploring advanced features and techniques Stable Diffusion UI v2 | A simple 1-click way to install and use https://stable-diffusion-ui.github.io A simple 1-click way to install and use Stable Diffusion on your own computer. ... Get started by downloading the software and running the simple installer. Learning Outcomes: Upon completing the Sketchup and Stable Diffusion Rendering Course, with a focus on AI image rendering, participants will: Master AI Image Rendering: Gain expertise in using AI-powered rendering techniques to create realistic and high-quality visualizations. Utilize Sketchup for 3D Modeling: Navigate the software, proficiently use drawing tools, and create detailed 3D models. Optimize Renderings: Apply AI-based rendering to optimize model visuals, achieving faster rendering times and superior image quality. Implement AI-driven Lighting and Shadows: Utilize AI algorithms for lighting placement, shadows, and reflections, enhancing realism in renderings. Create Professional Portfolio: Showcase AI-rendered projects in a professional portfolio, highlighting advanced image rendering skills. Note: The course focuses on AI image rendering using Sketchup and Stable Diffusion techniques, empowering participants with cutting-edge skills for creating exceptional visual representations.