Course Overview This comprehensive course on "Pet Sitting and Dog Walking" offers learners the essential knowledge and skills to start and manage a successful pet care business. Covering everything from understanding animal behaviour to setting up and running your own business, the course equips you with the necessary tools to provide excellent care for pets. Learners will explore various animal species, including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, fish, and reptiles, gaining valuable insights into each animal's needs. The course also provides important information on licencing, legislation, safety protocols, and emergency procedures. By the end of this course, learners will be well-prepared to offer professional pet sitting and dog walking services, ensuring a safe and caring environment for pets under their supervision. Course Description This course delves into the key aspects of running a pet sitting and dog walking service. From understanding the legalities of starting a pet care business to learning how to manage various pet species, the course covers essential topics that every pet sitter and dog walker must know. Learners will explore the various requirements for licences and business setup, and gain in-depth knowledge about the animals they will be caring for, including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, fish, and reptiles. Additional modules focus on managing business operations, addressing safety concerns, and responding to emergencies. Through this course, learners will develop the expertise needed to build and manage a professional pet sitting and dog walking business, ensuring the safety and well-being of the pets in their care. Course Modules Module 01: Introduction to Pet Sitting Module 02: Licences and Legislation Module 03: Setting up Your Own Pet Sitting Business Module 04: Managing Your Pet Sitting Business Module 05: Getting to Know the Dogs & Puppies Module 06: Dog Walking Module 07: Getting to Know the Kittens and Cats Module 08: Learning about Birds Module 09: Specific Information on Rabbits & Guinea-Pigs Module 10: Specific Information on Ornamental Fish Module 11: Specific Information on Reptiles Module 12: Safety and Emergencies (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to start a career in pet care. Professionals aiming to expand their business into pet sitting and dog walking. Beginners with an interest in animal care and handling. Pet lovers who want to understand pet needs and safety in-depth. Career Path Pet Sitting Service Owner Dog Walker Pet Care Advisor Animal Welfare Consultant Veterinary Assistant
Sourdough Cooking Essentials: Discover Artisan Cooking Course Overview: "Sourdough Cooking Essentials: Discover Artisan Cooking" offers a comprehensive introduction to the art of crafting sourdough-based dishes. This course covers a variety of essential recipes, including sourdough pizza, tortillas, hot dogs, burgers, sandwich bread, and even pasta. Designed for both novices and food enthusiasts, this course provides you with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to incorporate sourdough into everyday meals. By the end, learners will have a deep understanding of sourdough preparation techniques, enabling them to create delicious and authentic artisan dishes at home. Course Description: In this engaging course, you will explore the versatility of sourdough as an ingredient in various meals. The course delves into the intricacies of making sourdough-based pizza, tortillas for burritos, sourdough burgers, and even pasta dishes like chicken Alfredo. Learners will gain skills in fermenting dough, shaping, baking, and pairing sourdough with different fillings for unique and flavourful dishes. Each module will guide you step-by-step through the processes, empowering you to confidently recreate these dishes at home. Whether you are looking to elevate your culinary expertise or try something new, this course provides valuable skills and knowledge to enhance your cooking repertoire. Sourdough Cooking Essentials: Discover Artisan Cooking Curriculum: Module 01: Course Introduction Module 02: Sourdough Pizza Module 03: Sourdough Tortillas Burritos Module 04: Sourdough Hot Dogs Module 05: Sourdough Burgers Module 06: Sourdough Sandwich Bread & BLT Module 07: Sourdough Pasta & Chicken Alfredo Module 08: Bonus Section (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to expand their cooking repertoire. Professionals aiming to enhance their baking and culinary skills. Beginners with an interest in artisan baking. Food lovers eager to discover new and creative sourdough-based recipes. Career Path Artisan baker Chef in restaurants or bakeries Caterer specialising in artisan breads Culinary consultant Food entrepreneur in the sourdough or bread-making sector
Mercer’s Financial Education Clinic – Helping You Plan for the Future We are excited to invite you to Mercer’s Financial Education Clinic, a group session designed to help you take control of your financial future. This session will provide expert guidance on key financial topics, equipping you with the knowledge to make informed decisions about your finances. What Will Be Covered? During this session, we will explore: The importance of making a will and the potential risks of not having one The role and significance of Power of Attorney documents An overview of inheritance tax Possible planning strategies and solutions to manage estate matters effectively This interactive session will give you the opportunity to gain practical insights and ask questions to help you better understand how to plan and protect your financial legacy. Whether you're thinking about the future for yourself or your loved ones, this session will provide valuable guidance to support your estate planning journey. We encourage all employees to attend and take advantage of this valuable financial education opportunity. Session Details: Date: 12th November 2025 Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Location: Virtual
We invite all jazz lovers, from all levels and abilities, to benefit from the highest jazz instruction in London. Learn how to swing under the guidance of excellent singing jazz instructors who have a broad experience and unparalleled expertise in adult singing education.
By being both highly enjoyable and educational, our group singing lessons are ideal for adults who want to combine learning and socialising. Studying in a group format is a great way to improve your vocal skills while connecting with like-minded singing lovers. Open to beginners.
Calling all aspiring filmmakers and film enthusiasts! Join us for an engaging taster session on filmmaking, specially designed for students like you. Led by BA Practical Course Leader Devon Dickson, this session aims to explore the art of creating films that go beyond traditional performances and instead capture evocative and unforgettable cinematic truth. Discover how visual narrative can unlock your unique voice as a filmmaker. Devon Dickson, an accomplished writer, producer, and director with over 25 years of experience, will share his valuable insights gained from working on feature films, television shows, and over 300 commercials across 30 countries. His work has reached billions of viewers worldwide, making him a remarkable mentor for budding filmmakers. During this taster session, you'll delve into the philosophy and principles that form the foundations of our teaching here at Central Film School. Through practical examples and captivating case studies, you'll witness how this innovative approach to filmmaking can elevate your creativity and storytelling skills. Whether you're a film student, a passionate movie lover, or simply curious about the art of cinema, this taster session promises to be an inspiring and educational experience. No prior experience in filmmaking is required, so all students are welcome to attend. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most experienced professionals. Reserve your spot now and embark on a journey to unlock your unique voice in filmmaking!
Virtual course for parents of adult children at risk/pre manifest. We are pleased to invite you to our virtual course for parents of adult children at risk/pre manifest. This is an opportunity to improve your knowledge of the issues surrounding your adult child at risk, share your experiences and gain ideas of support available for yourself and your adult child. This is a 5 week course running from Thursday 22 February 2024 10am -11.30am until Thursday 21 March, with the final session being an extended session narrative therapy session facilitated by Riverbank Psychology. There will be the opportunity to join a follow up support group. Week 1 – Thursday 22 February 2024 10am Welcome and overview of support available from the Huntington Disease Association. Speaker: James O’Connor – Team Leader HDYES – Huntington’s Disease Association Week 2 – Thursday 29 February 2024 10am Genetics: How to access testing, the process and family planning options Speaker: Chris Platt – SHDA – Huntington’s Disease Association Week 3 – Thursday 7 March 2024 10am Research update and what next Speaker: Nataile Saad - Research Sister - Welcome Trust Southampton University Hospital Week 4 – Thursday 14 March 2024 10am Finances planning ahead Speaker: Lisa Pearson - Financial Advisor - Asset management Week 5 – Thursday 21 March 2024 9.30 -12.30pm (note longer session)* Narrative Therapy: Coping with Feelings, supporting a loved one and self-care. Mariangels Ferrer – Clinical Psychologist – Riverbank Psychology * We will invite previous course participants to this part of the course but can only accommodate a maximum of 12/14 people on the day. The focus of Narrative Therapy in this group is to participate in a creative activity that explores identity through values, beliefs, and support systems, enabling us to make connections to our external lives which will be sustainable in our everyday lives. Mariangels Ferrer Duch is a Clinical Psychologist trained in Narrative Therapy who will be facilitating a three-hour Narrative Therapy session. The focus of the session will be upon the many small things that are important to us in life which can often be overlooked in times of stress. We hope the conversation will help to mutually inspire us all! We take your privacy seriously and promise to never sell your data. You can find out more about your rights, how we use your personal information and how we keep your details safe and secure by reading our privacy policy here. For more information email info@hda.org.uk or call 0151 331 5444.
A free, interactive session for women, about trauma and how to heal from it.
These events are designed to introduce the BOOK & basic ideas behind Understanding & Dealing with Everyday Racism The Six Stages Framework