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A four-hour Neurodiversity Workshop aimed at Leaders looking to understand Neurodiversity and how to create an environment to allow Neurodiverse colleagues to thrive.

Why Choose Revit Basic to Fundamentals Course Course Link In this course you will learn Revit skills for BIM modeling. In-person or live online. Autodesk Revit Architecture training for students to create full 3D architectural project models and set them up in working drawings. Duration: 10hours Method: 1-on-1 method with tailored content and flexible pace, backed by individual support. Schedule: Choose a convenient hour from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm to create your own schedule. Revit Essentials Training: Learn Revit fundamentals for architecture and structural design, supporting efficient building construction with BIM workflows. Delivery Options: In-class at our center Live online sessions I. Introduction to Revit  Overview of Revit and its uses Revit interface and basic tools Navigation and viewport controls Creating and saving projects II. Setting up a Project  Creating a new project Setting up project levels and grids Adding site and building information Setting up project units III. Creating Building Elements  Creating and modifying walls Adding doors and windows Creating and modifying floors and ceilings Creating roofs and modifying roof shapes Creating stairs and railings IV. Views and Sheets  Creating and managing views Creating and managing sheets Adding schedules and tags Creating construction documents V. Annotation and Detailing  Adding text and dimensions Creating and modifying detail components Adding symbols and keynote legends Adding annotations to construction documents VI. Conclusion and Next Steps Review of course content Tips for further learning and resources Q&A and feedback Note: The above course outline is just a suggestion, and the course content and duration can be adjusted according to the needs and level of the learners. Detailed Course Outline. 1. Starting a Project Creating a new project and the importance of a template. Understanding project settings and scales Adding levels Adding grids Adding columns 2. Modeling Basics Adding walls Using snaps Wall properties and wall types Using the modified tools Adding doors and windows Using constraints See: Autodesk Seek and Revit City websites 3. Links, Imports, and Groups Working with DWG files Creating topography from a DWG link Understanding CAD inserts Using import tips Creating a group Working with Revit links Managing links 4. Sketch-Based Modeling Components Working with floors Working with roofs Adding openings Working with stairs Working with railings Working with ceilings 5. Complex Walls Creating a custom basic wall type Adding curtain walls Adding curtain grids and mullions 6. Visibility and Graphics Controls Using object styles Working with visibility/graphic overrides Using Hide/Isolate Understanding view range Using the Linework Using cutaway views 7. Rooms Adding rooms Controlling room numbering Understanding room bounding elements 8. Schedules and Tags Understanding tags Adding schedules Modifying schedules Creating a key schedule 9. Annotation and Details Adding text Adding dimensions Adding symbols Adding legend views Creating a detail callout Using detail components Adding filled and masking regions 10. The Basics of Families Understanding familiesUsing reference planes, parameters, and constraints Adding solid geometry Adding void geometry Completing the family 11. Sheets, Plotting, and Publishing Adding sheets Exporting to AutoCAD and JPG

Whio is this Course for? Essential to Intermediate Adobe Illustrator Training Ideal for beginners, this course covers vector graphics, logos, icons, and illustrations. Learn typography, color theory, and compositions. Our certified tutors offer personalized guidance, and flexible scheduling options are available to accommodate your needs. Click here for more info: Website Duration: 6 hours Approach: 1-on-1 sessions and custom-tailored content. Schedule: Available Mon to Sat from 9 am to 7 pm, designed to fit your convenience. Course Title: Essential Adobe Illustrator Training Duration: 6 Hours Session 1: Introduction to Adobe Illustrator (1 hour) Overview of Illustrator interface and tools Understanding vector graphics and their advantages Creating and managing artboards Basic shape creation and editing techniques Session 2: Mastering Shapes and Paths (1 hour) Advanced shape manipulation: Pathfinder and Shape Builder tools Working with the Pen tool: curves, anchor points, and handles Creating complex shapes and compound paths Understanding the Appearance panel for object styling Session 3: Typography and Text Effects (1 hour) Text formatting: fonts, styles, and spacing Working with text on paths and shapes Applying text effects and blending modes Creating stylized typography and lettering Session 4: Image Tracing and Live Paint (1 hour) Image tracing techniques: converting raster to vector Live Paint feature for intuitive coloring of objects Creating detailed illustrations using traced images Incorporating images into your vector artwork Session 5: Advanced Illustration Techniques (1 hour) Gradient and pattern fills: customization and application Advanced brush techniques for artistic effects Using the Appearance panel for intricate object styling Incorporating 3D effects and perspective tools Session 6: Project-Based Learning and Q&A (1 hour) Guided hands-on project incorporating learned techniques Instructor-led review and feedback on projects Open Q&A session to address participant queries and challenges Upon completing this course, participants will have gained proficiency in essential and advanced Illustrator techniques, empowering them to create intricate vector graphics, logos, icons, and illustrations efficiently and creatively. Learning Outcomes: Upon completing the course, participants will: Master Illustrator Tools: Proficiency in essential Illustrator tools for vector graphic creation. Creative Expertise: Advanced skills in typography, image tracing, coloring, and intricate illustration techniques. Problem-Solving: Develop problem-solving abilities for complex design challenges. Job Opportunities: Graphic Designer: Create branding materials, logos, and marketing collateral. Illustrator Artist: Produce detailed digital artwork and illustrations for various media. UI/UX Designer: Design user interfaces for websites and mobile applications. Freelance Illustrator: Offer custom vector illustrations for clients and projects. Logo Design Specialist: Craft unique and memorable logos for businesses and brands. Skills Acquired: Participants in the Essential to Intermediate Adobe Illustrator Training will acquire fundamental to intermediate skills in vector graphic design, drawing, and illustration using Adobe Illustrator. Key skills include: Basic to Intermediate Vector Graphic Design Drawing and Illustration Techniques Precision Path Editing and Typography Skills Job Opportunities: Upon completion, individuals can pursue roles such as: Junior Graphic Designer Illustrator Assistant Layout Designer Marketing Material Creator This training lays the foundation for a career in graphic design, enabling participants to contribute effectively to design teams, advertising agencies, and creative projects. Featuring certified instructors with extensive professional expertise in the application. Attend in-person sessions at our center or join live online classes. The training is interactive and practical, blending theory with step-by-step demonstrations on Illustrator software. Delegates practice techniques on both Windows and Mac computers, ensuring universal compatibility. Upon completion, receive a comprehensive Illustrator training guide in your preferred format: printed or PDF. Earn an e-certificate as proof of completing the accredited course. Enjoy lifelong email support for any post-training queries. No prior Illustrator knowledge is needed. Our commitment includes delivering exceptional value, ensuring comprehensive learning, and accommodating both the 2023 version and recent releases of Illustrator.

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Our one-day interactive workshop for the school aged child is suitable for all staff working in the school setting. We explore a wide range of common sleep difficulties and sleep disorders in school children and young people including children with SEND and neuro diversities. Based in the most up-to-date evidence and science, we discuss responsive gentle sleep strategies to enable professionals to develop their theoretical and practical understanding of how to assess, manage and adapt techniques for a range of sleep difficulties Following the workshop, participants will be able to offer preventative intervention and share practical strategies to support sleep, with both parents and young people. Millpond Training’s sleep awareness day has been fully accredited for 6 CPD Hours by The CPD Certification Service; “This is a good course delivering clear learning value. It has a well-written and engaging presentation and a variety of activities and tasks to aid interactivity and learner engagement.” Workshop Aims To provide community staff with up-to-date evidence-based knowledge to develop their theoretical and practical understanding of sleep needs; sleep patterns; sleep cycles and common difficulties. To support community staff to enhance their confidence, skills and knowledge base in providing guidance to parents and young people regarding sleep difficulties. To provide an overview of evidence-based interventions used to help behavioural sleep difficulties in the school aged child and young people. Learning Outcomes By the end of the day delegates will be able to: Understand typical sleep regulations, sleep needs and sleep cycles. Understand common sleep difficulties in the school aged child. Provide education to families on establishing good sleep hygiene, and provide anticipatory advice in the prevention of sleep difficulties. Understand how to undertake sleep assessments, incorporating a sleep history and the use of a sleep diary. Gain an understanding of common sleep interventions used to help behavioural sleep difficulties.

Why Choose V-Ray for Rhino Essentials Training? Master photorealistic rendering in Rhino with our intensive V-Ray training. Led by certified experts, learn lighting, material manipulation, rendering configurations, textures, and global illumination.  Check our Website Training Duration: 10 hours Approach: 1-on-1, in-Person and Live online and Customized Content.   Flexibility: 1-on-1 sessions scheduled at your convenience, from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm. Vray for Rhino Essentials - 10 Hours Course Session 1: Introduction to Vray and Rhino Integration Overview of Vray: Understanding its importance in architectural and product visualization. Setting up Vray in Rhino: Installation, basic configurations, and interface exploration. Understanding the Rhino-Vray workflow: Navigating between Rhino and Vray seamlessly. Session 2: Basic Lighting Techniques Exploring different light sources: Domes, spotlights, and area lights. Adjusting light intensity and color temperature for realistic ambiance. Creating natural lighting scenarios: Daylight, twilight, and night scenes. Session 3: Mastering Material Creation Introduction to Vray materials: Diffuse, reflection, refraction, and bump maps. Crafting realistic materials: Wood, glass, metal, and fabrics. Utilizing the material editor efficiently for precise adjustments. Session 4: Advanced Rendering Configurations Global Illumination: Understanding photon mapping and irradiance mapping. Fine-tuning render settings: Quality vs. speed, resolution, and anti-aliasing. Exploring Vray frame buffer: Post-processing and image enhancement. Session 5: Texture Manipulation and Mapping Understanding UV mapping: Unwrapping complex geometries for accurate textures. Applying textures in Vray: Diffuse, bump, displacement, and normal maps. Realistic texture manipulation: Scaling, rotation, and blending textures seamlessly. Session 6: Camera Settings and Scene Composition Camera configurations: Focal length, depth of field, and exposure settings. Composing visually appealing scenes: Rule of thirds, focal points, and balance. Rendering interior and exterior scenes: Managing lighting challenges and reflections. Session 7: Real-Time Feedback and Interactive Rendering Introduction to Vray interactive rendering: Real-time feedback for quick adjustments. Utilizing Vray's denoiser for noise reduction in interactive mode. Enhancing productivity with interactive rendering: Modifying materials and lighting on the fly. Session 8: Optimizing Render Times Efficient render optimization techniques: Reducing noise and enhancing quality. Distributed rendering: Utilizing multiple machines for faster rendering. Troubleshooting common rendering issues: Flickering, artifacts, and texture problems. Session 9: Post-Processing and Presentation Post-production in Photoshop: Enhancing renders, adding depth, and adjusting colors. Creating compelling visual narratives: Adding people, context, and atmosphere. Designing professional presentation boards: Layout, annotations, and graphic elements. Session 10: Final Project and Portfolio Review Participants showcase their final Vray-rendered projects. Instructor-led critique and feedback session. Tips for building a strong portfolio: Choosing the best renderings and presenting your work effectively. By the end of this 10-hour course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of Vray for Rhino, enabling them to create photorealistic renderings and significantly enhance their design visualization skills. Upon completing the Vray for Rhino Essentials course, participants will: Master Lighting Techniques: Expertly utilize various light sources. Create realistic lighting scenarios for diverse scenes. Advanced Material Proficiency: Manipulate complex materials and textures for lifelike renders. Understand reflective surfaces and material interaction. Optimize Rendering Settings: Fine-tune render configurations for optimal quality and speed. Implement noise reduction techniques for cleaner renders. Texture Mapping Mastery: Perfect UV mapping methods for accurate texture application. Seamlessly blend textures for realistic surface mapping. Effective Camera Use and Composition: Configure camera settings, depth of field, and exposure. Compose visually appealing scenes for impactful renders. Real-Time Rendering Skills: Utilize interactive rendering for immediate feedback and adjustments. Enhance scenes in real time for efficient workflow. Post-Processing Expertise: Enhance renders in post-production using software tools. Add depth, adjust colors, and create visually compelling final images. Professional Presentation Techniques: Design layouts, annotations, and context to create impactful visual narratives. Curate a strong portfolio with the best-rendered projects. By honing these skills, participants will produce photorealistic renders and significantly enhance their architectural and product visualization capabilities. Skills You'll Gain: Master lighting techniques for realistic visualization. Learn material manipulation and texture enhancement in Vray. Understand advanced rendering configurations for high-quality results. Explore global illumination concepts for lifelike scenes. Career Opportunities: Upon completing Vray for Rhino Essentials, you'll be well-equipped for various roles in the design and visualization industry, including: Architectural Visualizer: Create stunning architectural visualizations for presentations and client approvals. Product Designer: Enhance product design by creating photorealistic prototypes and visualizations. Interior Designer: Craft immersive interior spaces with realistic lighting and material textures. 3D Visualization Artist: Work in animation studios, gaming companies, or marketing agencies, producing high-quality 3D visualizations. Freelance Rendering Specialist: Offer your skills on platforms like Upwork or Fiverr, providing rendering services to clients worldwide. Course Highlights: Acquire fundamental skills in V-Ray for Rhino, covering lighting, materials, and rendering setups. Explore advanced techniques for lifelike textures, reflections, and global illumination effects. Master the workflow for crafting architectural renderings, both interior and exterior. Harness the power of V-Ray features like proxies, fur, and particle systems for dynamic visuals. Optimize render times and quality using efficient techniques and expert tips. Validate your expertise with a Certificate of Completion, showcasing your V-Ray proficiency. Access recorded lessons for future reference, enabling self-paced learning and continuous improvement. Professional Guidance: Learn from certified tutors and industry experts with extensive practical experience. Gain valuable insights and personalized feedback as you progress through the course, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of V-Ray for Rhino.

What does this course cover? This is an online course for developing history leadership in primary teaching. This term, we will be piloting the course as an immersive programme covering the key elements of primary history subject leadership, enabling all involved in history leadership at primary to carry out their role effectively. How is this course structured and delivered? The course will take place in ten online sessions from January–May 2025. Sessions 1, 8 and 10 are compulsory to attend live. Participants will be required to complete a gap task after each session and contribute to an online reflection diary. The other sessions will be recorded for participants to work through at their convenience, though participants are encouraged to attend the recording sessions live in order to make the most of the programme. All recordings will be made available on the course Moodle page within two working days of the live recording session. Who is this course for? This programme is designed for anyone who is a subject coordinator or subject leader for history in their primary school. You may have just been appointed as a subject leader, or be more experienced but looking for formal training or fresh inspiration and direction. What are the outcome? This course will: equip you fully for the demands of history leadership in primary schools increase your confidence to develop an innovative, inclusive and effective history curriculum in your school develop your understanding of efficient action planning and how to make a wider impact help you to make the case for history with senior leaders enable you to enthuse others and lead staff meetings about history develop your understanding of current issues in primary history education The course will include a chance to share resources and assessment approaches, plus much more What will each session cover? Session 1: Introductory meeting (Live attendance) Wednesday 22 January 2025, 4pm–5.30pm Introduction and aims Reflection activity on the current state of history in your school Key responsibilities of the history subject leader Current Ofsted implications for the subject and what to expect in an inspection How the HA and latest Ofsted material can support you Session 2: What makes an effective history subject leader? (Live and recorded) Monday 27 January 2025, 4pm–5.30pm How to effectively support teachers and learners as a history leader How to create a vision, lead change, and manage time Effective action planning and improvement Auditing your history provision and building your evidence trail Developing an innovative, inclusive and effective history curriculum in your school Disciplinary knowledge: What is history? What do historians do? Suggested gap task: Conducting teacher and/or pupil voice questionnaires. Compulsory gap task: Add to your reflection diary for the programme. If relevant, reflect on how you will use the teacher questionnaire or pupil voice. Session 3: What makes effective teaching of history? (Live and recorded) Wednesday 19 February 2025, 4–5.30pm The role of the teacher Supporting SEND pupils Securing substantive knowledge and concepts across the curriculum How to support colleagues by identifying core knowledge How to involve the whole staff in mapping out and embedding the progression of concepts across the curriculum Suggested gap task: Consider SEND in your curriculum. Compulsory gap task: Add to your reflection diary for the programme reflecting on SEND. Session 4: Curriculum and practice at EYFS (Live and recorded) Tuesday 25 February 2025, 4–5.30pm Unpicking and supporting the requirements of the EYFS curriculum and Development Matters Developing historical and chronological understanding in EYFS as part of Understanding the world Progression and transition from EYFS to Key Stage 1 Ensuring coherence: how to start developing concepts Making use of the local history on your doorstep for EYFS and KS1 Accessing resources and support for EYFS Suggested gap task: Fact finding and liaison. Compulsory gap task: Add to your reflection diary for the programme reflecting on current EYFS practice. Session 5: Curriculum and practice at Key Stage 1 (Live and recorded) Monday 3 March 2025, 4pm–5.30pm Unpicking and supporting the requirements of the National Curriculum for KS1 Progression: building upon transition from EYFS What do KS1 require before KS2? Ensuring coherence: further developing the school’s chosen substantive concepts How to develop disciplinary concepts Developing appropriate chronological understanding in KS1 Enhancing and engaging children’s knowledge and retention through enquiry The use of working walls in KS1 to support learning Accessing resources and support for KS1 Suggested gap task: Check your KS1 curriculum for coverage and progression, building upon what they have learnt in EYFS. Compulsory gap task: Add to your reflection diary for the programme reflecting on KS1 practice in your setting. Session 6: Curriculum and practice at Key Stage 2 (Live and recorded) Tuesday 11 March 2025, 4pm–5.30pm Unpicking and supporting the requirements of the National Curriculum for KS2 How to incorporate local history with progression in KS2 What do we want the children in Year 6 to leave with? Developing appropriate chronological understanding in KS2 Preparing for transition to Key Stage 3 Ensuring coherence: building upon the school’s chosen concepts for progression What the HA can do to support the teaching of KS2 units? Resources and support for KS2 Suggested gap task: Check your KS2 curriculum for coverage and progression, building upon what they have learnt in EYFS and KS1. Compulsory gap task: Add to your reflection diary for the programme reflecting on KS2 practice in your setting. Session 7: Approaching sensitive issues in history (Live and recorded) Tuesday 18 March 2025, 4pm–5.30pm What do we mean by diversity in history and why is it important? How to ensure a wider diversity in your history teaching Barriers to making the curriculum more diverse and how to overcome them Approaches to sensitive issues in history lessons, including: - Refugees and migration history - War - Climate change Suggested gap task: Consider opportunities for increasing diverse voices and raising climate issues in your curriculum. Compulsory gap task: Add to your reflection diary for the programme considering how you might address the sensitive or current issues raised in this session. Session 8: Interim review meeting (Live attendance) Tuesday 25 March 2025, 4pm–5.30pm A review session allowing subject leaders to reflect upon their progress so far Opportunity to respond to suggestions, clarify information, or raise issues from the previous sessions Time to ask questions, share good practice or recommended resources with the rest of the cohort Suggested gap task: Time to follow up on anything raised in this session or to complete any previous tasks, following clarification and inspiration from this session. Compulsory gap task: Add to your reflection diary for the programme, reflecting on your priorities and actions using suggestions from the presenter or other delegates. Session 9: Assessment and evidence (Live and recorded) Wednesday 30 April 2025, 4pm–5.30pm Assessment and expectations A word about writing Triangulating the evidence What to look for in a work scrutiny Suggested gap task: Conduct a work scrutiny on one aspect to check across the school, in conjunction with a focused pupil voice on the same aspect. Compulsory gap task: Add to your reflection diary considering how you will conduct a work scrutiny and what you will focus on – or, if relevant, reflect on what you discovered and how you will address any issues. Session 10: Final meeting (Live attendance) Wednesday 14 May 2025, 4pm–5.30pm Following up any requests arising from the interim meeting (Session 8) Discussion or clarification of any issues arising from previous sessions Discussion of priorities, next steps and any issues Sharing ideas for enthusing others and leading staff meetings: “What worked for me?” Communicating with headteachers, governors, colleagues and parents Are you ready for the HA Quality Mark? Suggested gap task: Identifying your school’s next steps Compulsory gap task: Complete your final piece in your reflection diary.

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Why Learn SketchUp Evening Training Course? You will learn how to create and edit 3D models to a professional standard, ensuring you leave with the skills and confidence to fully take advantage of SketchUp and Layout software. You can book this course after work we are open 9 am to 7 pm. Course info Duration: 10 hrs. Method: 1-on-1, Personalized attention. 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. SketchUp Evening Training Course Course Duration: 10 hours I. Introduction to SketchUp (1 hour) - Overview of SketchUp for interior design and architecture - Familiarization with the user interface and essential tools - Mastering navigation and viewport controls - Efficiently creating and managing interior design and architectural projects II. Creating Floor Plans (1 hour) - Importing floor plans and site plans for reference - Precision in drawing walls, windows, and doors - Effective management of floor levels - Organizing designs using Layers and Scenes III. Adding Furniture and Fixtures (2 hours) - Accessing and importing furniture and fixtures from the extensive 3D Warehouse - Crafting custom furniture and fixtures to suit specific design needs - Strategically placing and arranging elements within the space - Crafting and customizing materials to achieve the desired visual impact IV. Advanced Modeling Techniques (2 hours) - Employing advanced tools for creating intricate 3D models - Enhancing model organization using groups and components - Adding exquisite details and finishes to elevate design quality V. Layout for Construction Documents (2 hours) - Creating construction documents in Layout for clear communication - Seamlessly importing SketchUp models into Layout - Crafting detailed floor plans, elevations, and sections - Adding annotations and dimensions to facilitate construction VI. Introduction to Vray (1 hour) - Understanding the capabilities of Vray for SketchUp - Familiarization with the basic Vray interface and tools - Exploring Vray materials and textures for enhanced rendering VII. Advanced Rendering Techniques (1 hour) - Applying advanced rendering techniques to elevate SketchUp models - Creating artificial and natural lighting for realistic visualizations - Enhancing designs with entourage and landscaping elements VIII. Importing and Exporting (30 minutes) - Seamlessly importing and exporting files for versatile workflows - Ensuring file format compatibility with other software - Preparing models for 3D printing as required IX. Conclusion and Next Steps (30 minutes) - Comprehensive review of course content and key takeaways - Suggested further learning resources and avenues for improvement - Interactive Q&A session and feedback collection Download SketchUp | Free Trial of 3D Modeling Software SketchUp https://www.sketchup.com SketchUp's Intuitive Interface Helps You Communicate Ideas In 3D Fast. Subscribe Today!