Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. ... it remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything. - Aaron Sisking For the kind of photos that are worthy of the memories Because we just don't get do-overs with kids. There is no such thing as second-first steps. Because all their little quirks, all the big and little moments that shape their lives and their childhoods are something that only YOU as parents see and appreciate fully. And they are the thing that make them who they are. There is simply no outside photographer who can come in and capture those unique things because nobody knows your children like you do. Photography For Parents Fundamentals Our flagship 6 week Photography course designed to help you learn all the key photography skills that you will need to drastically improve your children's photos. KEY COURSE INFO: Course type: Instructor-led or self paced Course duration: 6 weeks Course format: Online course with Interactive weekly live classes, personal photo feedback and support group WHAT YOU LEARN: Our hands-on online instructor-led approach helps guarantee that you will quickly learn the key camera and photographic storytelling skills while keeping the focus on photographing children. From camera know-how, light and composition, specific recipes to help you capture typical situations and getting it all right on the fly - yeah, our kids don't sit still either LEARN WHAT'S INCLUDED IN EACH MODULE Key Camera skills Working with natural light Capturing kids on the move Photo composition Portraits and details Photo storytelling HERE IS HOW YOU LEARN WITH US: If you have bought an online course before, then gave up half way through because ... life.. - well, we are a bit different. This is A LOT more than a bunch of random tutorials. This is a proper, well designed, supported and paced course that genuinely delivers. HERE ARE THE INGREDIENTS THAT MAKE OUR COURSE DELIVER The one with all the materials: 5 core course modules, introduced on a weekly basis, plus a bonus wraparound module ( more on that below) - courses accessible online and in pdf version The one with all the people: You're not going through the course on your own - as part of the course you join an online peer support group, moderated daily by the instructor, where you connect, get help and go through this journey together with other parents like you. The one with all the answers: Every week we run an live online class which is where your instructor goes through the key parts of your course, answers live questions and demonstrates techniques and additional illustration photos. The Live classes are run in the evening ( after the kids are in bed) and are always recorded in case you couldn't join in live The one that's all about you: Every week comes with homework to help you practice the elements we introduce in the modules. You submit those images to your instructor on a weekly basis and receive thorough, photo-by-photo, video feedback from your instructor - so it's all about you and your progress, nobody else's The one with the bonuses: A PDF workbook to help you go through the materials and practice the skills, handy cheat sheets formatted for your phone so you can whip them out on the go plus a Bonus wrap-up module with swipe files of photo ideas for children at different ages, handy checklists and more! The one after it's over: We don't just leave you on your lonesome after the course is over - you get access to a=our Alumni group - a Photography for Parents Clique if you will - which is where we continue supporting you, answering your questions, encouraging you to take photos through weekly and monthly challenges and peer support Next Fundamentals course starts on 15th January 2024 5 core course modules Support Facebook group Weekly online Live class Personal Feedback on your images BONUS: extra module with ideas bank for photographing children of all ages BONUS: PDF course workbook BONUS: Printable and mobile friendly Pocket Guides HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL LEARN WITH US: How to finally, actually, properly use your camera - no more cryptic buttons and the 'oh no! what have I pressed now?!' panic. Life's too short to be intimidated by your camerant The precise steps and 'recipes' to help you capture all sorts of different situations - whether your kids are indoors on a dark and dreary day or tearing through the park in the sun How to see the world and your children through a photographers eyes and learn to compose your photographs on the fly so they truly reflect the beauty you see How to get great photos CONSISTENTLY - I mean the spray and pray method is fine, but wouldn't it be nice to have confidence your images will turn out the way you want them? How to learn to notice and capture the little details, the big picture, the whole story of your children growing up. BEAUTIFULLY. "Absolutely, without a doubt, the best money I have ever spent on anything kid related. I so wish i had done these courses 6 years ago, just before my 1st was born. My photography has improved significantly and I'm just sad the course are over, I have loved everything about them!" Hannah Slater "The most enjoyable online course I ever done" I cannot recommend this course highly enough, and I am so grateful for Ania for creating this amazing course and community, teaching busy parents how to document their family storied beautifully! DALIA SEABORNE "I'm amazed at how much my photography has improved " I have learned so much and am amazed at how much my photography has improved - they are brilliant value for money considering the level of personal attention you receive! I've come away with a whole lot more technical knowledge as well as a heap of inspiration and ideas. LUCY GRIFFITH "The most wonderful entry into the incredible photography world" I am seeing things that I have never noticed before, I am using the DSLR to capture precious moments with my family and am signed up to two further courses because the instructors, modules and supportive community are amazing and I think I might be addicted KIRSTY FINNIE Photography for Parents FUNDAMENTALS Next course starts on 15th Jan 2024 All the learning resources, all the community, all the support, all the personal help. Virtually failproof 5 core course modules Bonus Idea Bank module PDF course workbook Pocket reference guide Support group Weekly online live class Personal Feedback on your images Access to Photography For Parents Alumni community But will it work for me? - our guarantee: GUARANTEE We know our course works. We have seen a few thousands of students go through our courses and really improve. BUT, if you find that after the first couple of modules that it just doesn't work for you, you haven't learnt anything new, it's the wrong level for you, you haven't improved, or you simply don't get on or engage with it - we will simply refund you in full. Simple as that! INSIDE THE MODULES - aka WHAT DO YOU LEARN? Module 1: See what your camera sees Our first module is dedicated to breaking you our of the snapping habit and giving you a fresh perspective. We show you how your camera sees the world differently than what you might expect in three major ways - the optics. the focus and the light. Major Takeaways: At the end of the module you will have gained full control of your focus - no more guessing game and kids turning out all blurry, you will also gain an insight of how to use your lens ( there is a skill to it) and how to let the light help make your subjects stand out. What's included: The importance of focus and what it does to our brain Taking control of your focus - the Where and HOW your camera focuses Mastering focus formula - a process to help you determine what settings to use for each occasion To zoom or not to zoom and how it changes what and how your camera sees Learning how your camera sees the light and how to make it better, especially with tricky light Learning how to shoot against the light - like a bright window and NOT end up with the person looking all dark Module 2: On exposure and all things sharp and blurry In our second module we take you off the auto setting and dive deep into learning about exposure - i.e. making sure that your images are not too dark or bright or blurry. But not only that, we pay special attention to how to make some of the things in your image sharp and others blurry through the use of specific combinations of settings Major Takeaways: How to work your camera in priority ( semi-manual) modes, how to capture detail or portraits with a great separation of sharp and blurry to make these elements stand out. What's included: Understanding the mechanics of your camera - how does a photo actually happen inside Taking your camera firmly OFF the Auto settings - learning the key factors ( aperture, shutter speed and ISO) and how they interact with one another How to capture portraits and those precious detail shots beautifully Switching to Aperture priority and controlling your aperture - the how and the why Taking control of what in your image will be sharp and what will be blurry - hello full control over blurry backgrounds, blurry foregrounds and pin sharp subjects in between. Module 3: Capturing movement One of my favourite modules, dedicated to helping you capture your kids in motion - whether they're wriggling babies, speedy crawlers, wobbly toddlers or perpetual-motion-machines that most children are. We learn how to match your focus settings, your shutter settings and your composition to capture great movement photos. Major Takeaways: Learn how to capture your children on the move, SHARP but also how to use blur and speed to really showcase and highlight movement. Big AH-HA moments here! What's included: Switching your camera to shutter priority and mastering MOVEMENT Learning how to capture moving things SHARP - yes, that includes those fast movingbaby arms and legs Learning how to capture moving things BLURRY - and why would you want to do it? Learning how to highlight action and energy and speed in your images and how to help yourself with composition Creative techniques like night time light trails or panning or creative blur How to use your focus settings on top of your shutter settings to help capture things sharp Module 4: See what your camera sees Although we introduce elements of photographic composition throughout the course, this is the module entirely dedicated to it. We look at composition not just as a set of arbitrary rules, but more as something that helps you express what you really see and feel. We look at photographic storytelling and helping your images get look more impactful and stronger Major Takeaways: Good photographic composition principles to help you really show the magic you are seeing. At the end of this module you will say goodbye to boring flat photos and will instead start taking rich images with lots of depth and eye catching composition. What's included: understanding how we 'read' photographs and how to compose so that the magic YOU see translates into what the others see when they pick up that photo fundamental rules of photo composition - we started you off with the rule of thirds but there is MORE Good crops, bad crops, crazy crops and everything in between storytelling through your photographs - how to make your images mean something and show something real, beyond 'my child looks cute here' getting creative and expressing yourself through photographs learning to go beyond your usual compositions and discovering different styles Module 5: Photographic composition and storytelling Although we introduce elements of photographic composition throughout the course, this is the module entirely dedicated to it. We look at composition not just as a set of arbitrary rules, but more as something that helps you express what you really see and feel. We look at photographic storytelling and helping your images get look more impactful and stronger Major Takeaways: Good photographic composition principles to help you really show the magic you are seeing. At the end of this module you will say goodbye to boring flat photos and will instead start taking rich images with lots of depth and eye catching composition. What's included: Understanding how we 'read' photographs and how to compose so that the magic YOU see translates into what the others see when they pick up that photo Fundamental rules of photo composition - we started you off with the rule of thirds but there is MORE Good crops, bad crops, crazy crops and everything in between Storytelling through your photographs - how to make your images mean something and show something real, beyond 'my child looks cute here' Getting creative and expressing yourself through photographs Learning to go beyond your usual compositions and discovering different styles BONUS Module 6: Idea Bank : Photographing children at different ages This last module is a bit different. We us it to give you lots of ideas for photos with children of different ages - from photographing milestones to capturing what's unique about them at a particular stage and really getting into their world to capture where they're at. The module is packed with ready to take ideas and will let you take all that you have learned in the first 5 modules and apply it in real life sitautions. We also help you think ahead to the next steps in your photography education - should you want to continue.
English can be delightfully tricky—silent letters, rogue vowels, and spellings that look like they were invented after a long night at the pub. This course brings clarity to the chaos. Whether you’re brushing up for professional reasons or simply looking to boost your confidence, this training breaks the language down into bite-sized, digestible lessons. You’ll explore the most common spelling pitfalls, get familiar with pronunciation quirks, and sharpen your grammar—all without needing a red pen or a dusty old textbook. Designed with everyday use in mind, the course offers learners a solid foundation to write and speak English more accurately. It’s structured to help you identify errors quickly, understand sentence structure, and feel more self-assured when navigating the written word. With engaging modules and clear explanations, it's like having a patient English teacher in your pocket—minus the chalk dust. Perfect for learners of all levels who want to communicate with ease and polish. Course Curriculum: Module 01: Introduction to the Course Module 02: Basics of Grammar Module 03: The Basics of Sentence Module 04: Structure of Sentence Module 05 : Questions Module 06: Punctuation and Capitalisation Module 07: Spelling Module 08: Common Mistakes and Ways to Improve Course Assessment You will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test upon completing an online module. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%. CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by The CPD Certification Service Who is this course for? The English: Spelling, Pronunciation and Grammar - CPD Accredited training is ideal for highly motivated individuals or teams who want to enhance their skills and efficiently skilled employees. Requirements There are no formal entry requirements for the course, with enrollment open to anyone! Career path Learn the essential skills and knowledge you need to excel in your professional life with the help & guidance from our English: Spelling, Pronunciation and Grammar - CPD Accredited training.
What is Person Centred Planning? How is it different to any other kind of meeting or planning? On this day all will become clear… Give your team the opportunity to pause and reflect on what matters most to them about the work they do. The act of listening to each other creates relationship and strengthens trust and inclusion within the team – in creating a shared vision, groups of people build a sense of commitment together. They develop images of ‘the future we want to create together’, along with the values that will be important in getting there and the goals they want to see achieved along the way. Unfortunately, many people still think ’vision’ is the top leader’s job. In schools, the ‘vision task’ usually falls to the Headteacher and/or the governors or it comes in a glossy document from the local authority or the DfES. But visions based on authority are not sustainable. Making inclusive action plans using full participation and graphic facilitation Drawing on the planning tools MAPS and PATH (Pearpoint, Forest and O’Brien 1997) and other facilitation sources we use both process and graphic facilitation to enable the group to build their picture of what they would love to see happening within their organisation/community in the future and we encourage this to be a positive naming, not just a list of the things they want to avoid. Jack Pearpoint, Marsha Forest and John O’Brien developed these innovative approaches in North America and they are being used successfully in many parts of the UK. The planning can focus on an individual, group or organisation and provides a powerful problem solving opportunity, which is flexible and robust enough for many occasions. Tell the story, find the dream, touch the nightmare, and explore who you are, what are the gifts and strengths of the person or group, what are the needs of those present and what is the action plan for the future? Learning objectives Participants understand Person Centred Planning and its values and applications Participants have skills and confidence to facilitate PATH/MAP processes Participants learn graphic as well as process facilitation skills Strengthens practitioners inclusive practice Provides additional tools for those involved in inclusive work in schools and the community Further develop problem solving and planning skills Course Content The course answers the questions: Need to find new ways to bring Pathway Planning alive? Bored with annual reviews, transition plans and review meetings? Want to find a way of making meetings and planning feel more real and engaging? Need an approach, which engages a young person respectfully together with his or her family and friends? Want the ultimate visual record of the process of a meeting, which will help everyone, keep track? Want to problem solve and plan for the future of a small or large group, service or organisation up to the size of an LA? Inclusive Solutions offer an introductory day to person centred planning or a 3 – 10 session course which is practical as well as values based. Participants will receive direct individualised coaching and training. We will cover: The person being at the centre Family members and friends being full partners Planning reflecting the person’s capacities, what is important to the person and specifying the support they require to make a full contribution to their community Planning building a shared commitment to action that will uphold the person’s rights Planning leading to continual listening, learning and action and helping the person get what they want out of life. Essential Lifestyle Planning, PATH MAPS Personal Futures Planning.
Course Overview: This course on "Flat Design in Adobe Illustrator" is designed to introduce learners to the fundamental concepts of flat design and how to apply them using Adobe Illustrator. The course covers the essential tools, techniques, and strategies needed to create visually engaging, modern flat design illustrations. Learners will explore the creation of various designs, from simple icons to complex landscapes, while developing a keen understanding of colour schemes, vector shapes, and design principles. By the end of the course, students will be able to confidently create flat design graphics, suitable for use in digital marketing, UI/UX design, and illustration projects. Course Description: In this course, learners will delve deep into the world of flat design, starting with the basics of Adobe Illustrator and progressing through to more complex design concepts. Key topics include creating diverse scenes, such as a garden, landscape, and camping scene, and designing flat icons for smartphones and apps. The course will cover essential tools and workflows in Illustrator, focusing on clean, minimalist design that is effective for web and app environments. Learners will also gain insights into balancing colour, shapes, and negative space to achieve professional and aesthetically pleasing results. Upon completion, learners will have a well-rounded skill set for designing contemporary flat style graphics in Illustrator. Course Modules: Module 01: Introduction Module 02: Create a Flat Design Garden and Barbecue Module 03: Create a Flat Design Landscape Scene Module 04: Create a Modern Flat Design Night Camping Scene Module 05: Create a Modern Flat Design Terminal and Luggage Module 06: Design a Flat Design Smartphone and App Icons (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to master flat design techniques in Adobe Illustrator. Professionals aiming to enhance their design portfolios with modern graphic styles. Beginners with an interest in graphic design and digital illustration. Anyone looking to build skills for creating digital assets like icons and visuals. Career Path: Graphic Designer UI/UX Designer Web Designer Digital Illustrator App Designer Visual Content Creator
Advanced Diploma in Interior Design Course Overview To become a successful interior designer, creativity is not enough. You must be able to channel your creativity to build efficient, comfortable and beautiful spaces. That requires specialised skills and knowledge. The Advanced Diploma in Interior Design course is here to equip you with those essential knowledge and skills. The Advanced Diploma in Interior Design course will give you a detailed understanding of interior design. It will enrich your understanding of different styling techniques and provide you with the expertise to incorporate them into your designs. In this course, you will learn how to create a beautiful and efficient space within a budget. The informative modules will teach you the strategies for picking up the right furniture and colours. From a child's bedroom to a kitchen, you will develop the expertise to design all sorts of rooms with different types of styles - casual, formal, tropical chic and more. After completing this Advanced Diploma in Interior Design course, you will not only develop your designing skills but also receive a valuable certificate. This certificate will help you in pursuing a career in the design industry. So enrol now and start developing your skills. Learning Outcomes Learn the basic principles of interior designing Develop the expertise to design a space in a budget Understand the techniques of picking up the right pieces of furniture Gain in-depth knowledge of different time periods and their styles Build the skills to design a wide range of rooms Learn how to work with different types of styles like formal, shabby chic, casual and more Who is the Advanced Diploma in Interior Design Course for? This Advanced Diploma in Interior Design course will be highly beneficial for those who wish to pursue a career in the relevant industry. The Advanced Diploma in Interior Design course would be helpful for people with careers in: Designer Home Decorator Home Repair Expert Interior Designer Set Designer It is also suitable for anyone interested in designing their own homes and offices. Why Choose this Advanced Diploma in Interior Design Course? Affordable, well-structured and high-quality e-learning study materials Engaging tutorial videos, materials from the industry-leading experts Opportunity to study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification Access the course content on mobile, tablet, or desktop from anywhere, anytime Excellent career advancement opportunities 24/7 student support via email. Entry Requirement This course is available to all learners of all academic backgrounds. Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. A good understanding of the English language, numeracy, and ICT are required to attend this course. Assessment At the end of the course, you will be required to sit for an online multiple-choice test for the old version, and the updated version doesn't include assessment. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful. Before sitting for your final exam, you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After you have successfully passed the test, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. You can however also obtain a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at the cost of £39 or in PDF format at the cost of £24. PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours, and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working days. Updated Version-Advanced Diploma in Interior Design Section 01: Popular Interior Design Styles and How to Use Them The 3 Types of Style That Influence Interior Design Choices 00:01:00 Art Deco Style 00:03:00 Victorian Style 00:03:00 Scandinavian Style 00:02:00 Modern Style 00:02:00 Contemporary Style 00:03:00 Eclectic Style 00:06:00 Italian Style 00:04:00 French Style 00:05:00 Industrial Style 00:04:00 Country Style: Architectural & Interiors 00:04:00 African Style 00:05:00 Section 02: Design Principles and Elements in Interiors Introduction to Design Principles & The Design Recipe 00:03:00 Design Element: Line 00:05:00 Design Element: Shape 00:03:00 Design Element: Form 00:03:00 Design Element: Colour 00:02:00 Design Element: Texture 00:05:00 Design Element: Space 00:03:00 Design Element: Value 00:01:00 Design Principle: Pattern 00:03:00 Design Principle: Contrast 00:03:00 Design Principle: Emphasis/Focal Point 00:05:00 Design Principle: Balance 00:05:00 Design Principle: Scale/Proportion 00:03:00 Design Principle: Rhythm/Movement 00:03:00 Design Principle: Unity/Harmony 00:01:00 Section 03: Introduction to Colour in Interiors The Impact of Fashion and Colour Trends 00:04:00 Colour Terminology 00:04:00 Colour Basics and Neutral Colours 00:05:00 Warm vs. Cool Colours 00:03:00 Colour Schemes 00:11:00 Colour Ratios and Applications 00:05:00 Using Colour To Trick The Eye 00:04:00 Section 04: Introduction to Space Planning In Interiors Understand why space planning is important to successful interiors 00:01:00 Efficient vs. Poorly Planned Spaces 00:04:00 Types of Building and Space Plans 00:06:00 Open and Closed Planned Spaces 00:04:00 Space Planning and The Design Principles 00:09:00 Tips and Tricks to Space Planning 00:02:00 Section 05: Textiles and Fabrics for Interiors Introduction To Textiles & Fabrics 00:01:00 Natural Fibers and Textiles 00:08:00 Synthetic Fibers and Textiles 00:06:00 Fabric Know Hows 00:10:00 End-Use of Textiles and Fabrics 00:04:00 Selecting and Recommending Textiles and Fabrics 00:04:00 Section 06: Styling and Staging Interior Spaces Introduction to Styling and Staging 00:03:00 Styling Coffee Tables 00:12:00 Styling Side Tables 00:07:00 Styling Servers and Consoles 00:05:00 Styling Dining Room Tables 00:04:00 Styling Book Cases and Display Cases 00:12:00 Styling with Scatter Cushions and Throw Pillows 00:11:00 Styling Seating and Sleeping Areas 00:05:00 Styling Walls with Art and Framing 00:11:00 Order Your Certificates and Transcripts Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00 Old Version-Advanced Diploma in Interior Design Interior Design Fundamentals Define a Theme: Contemporary, Cottage, Eclectic, Southwest 01:00:00 Budget Design for Your Living Room, Den or Family Room 01:00:00 Budget Ideas for Kitchen Design 01:00:00 Budget Bedroom Makeover 01:00:00 Closet Cleanups 01:00:00 Need a Home Office? 00:30:00 Camouflage with Paint! 01:00:00 Faux Finishes Are Hot - Bare Walls Are Not! 00:30:00 Window Treatments 01:00:00 Making the Most of Molding 00:30:00 Fabulous Furniture Finds 00:30:00 Decorate With Wallpaper 01:00:00 Freehand or Stencil A Mural Makes the Wall! 01:00:00 Accessorize - Funky Can Be Fun! 01:00:00 Have Some Fun with Fabric! 01:00:00 Interior Decorating Basics HOW TO REARRANGE A ROOM 02:00:00 HOW TO ANALYZE A ROOM AS PROFESSIONALS DO BEFORE YOU 01:00:00 HOW TO CREATE A ROOM 02:00:00 HOW TO DETERMINE CHARACTERS OF HANGINGS AND FURNITURES-COVERING FOR A GIVEN ROOM 01:00:00 CANDLESTICKS, LAMPS, FIXTURES FOR GAS AND ELECTRICITY, AND SHADES 01:00:00 WINDOW SHADES AND AWNINGS 00:30:00 TREATMENT OF PICTURES AND PICTURE FRAMES 01:00:00 TREATMENT OF PIANO CASES 00:15:00 TREATMENT OF DINING-ROOM BUFFETS AND DRESSING-TABLES 00:15:00 TREATMENT OF WORK TABLES, BIRD CAGES, DOG BASKETS AND FISH GLOBES 00:30:00 TREATMENT OF FIREPLACES 00:30:00 TREATMENT OF BATHROOMS 01:00:00 PERIOD ROOMS 01:00:00 PERIODS IN FURNITURE 01:00:00 CONTINUATION OF PERIODS IN FURNITURE 01:00:00 THE GOTHIC PERIOD 00:30:00 THE RENAISSANCE 01:00:00 FRENCH FURNITURE 01:00:00 THE PERIODS OF THE THREE LOUIS 01:00:00 THE MAHOGANY PERIOD 02:00:00 THE COLONIAL PERIOD 00:30:00 THE REVIVAL OF DIRECTOIRE AND EMPIRE FURNITURE 00:30:00 THE VICTORIAN PERIOD 00:30:00 PAINTED FURNITURE 00:30:00 TREATMENT OF AN INEXPENSIVE BEDROOM 01:00:00 TREATMENT OF A GUEST ROOM (Where economy is not an item of importance) 01:00:00 A MODERN HOUSE IN WHICH GENUINE JACOBEAN FURNITURE IS APPROPRIATELY SET 00:30:00 UNCONVENTIONAL BREAKFAST-ROOMS AND SPORTS BALCONIES 01:00:00 SUN-ROOMS 01:00:00 TREATMENT OF A WOMAN'S DRESSING-ROOM 00:30:00 THE TREATMENT OF CLOSETS 00:30:00 TREATMENT OF A NARROW HALL 00:15:00 TREATMENT OF A VERY SHADED LIVING-ROOM 00:15:00 SERVANTS' ROOMS 00:15:00 THE BABY'S ROOMS: THE DAY ROOM, THE NIGHT ROOM 01:00:00 ROOMS FOR THE ELDERLY 01:00:00 A YOUNG GIRL'S ROOM 01:00:00 THE YOUNG BOY'S ROOM 00:30:00 TABLE DECORATION 01:00:00 WHAT TO AVOID IN INTERIOR DECORATION: RULES FOR BEGINNERS 01:00:00 FADS IN COLLECTING 01:00:00 WEDGWOOD POTTERY; OLD AND MODERN 01:00:00 ITALIAN POTTERY 00:15:00 VENETIAN GLASS, OLD AND MODERN 00:30:00 CONCLUSION 00:15:00 Interior Design INTRODUCTION 00:30:00 DO'S AND DON'TS OF DECORATING 01:00:00 GETTING IDEAS 00:15:00 ELEMENTS OF DESIGN 01:00:00 ORGANIZE YOUR IDEAS 01:00:00 DECORATING ON A BUDGET 01:30:00 MINIMALIST STYLE 01:00:00 CASUAL STYLE 00:30:00 FORMAL STYLE 00:30:00 SHABBY CHIC STYLE 00:30:00 PARIS APARTMENT STYLE 00:30:00 FRENCH COUNTRY STYLE 00:30:00 TROPICAL CHIC STYLE 00:30:00 LODGE STYLE 00:30:00 USING WHAT YOU'VE GOT 00:30:00 DECORATING IN A DAY 00:30:00 CHOOSING ART 01:00:00 CONCLUSION 00:15:00 Recommended Reading Recommended Reading: Advanced Diploma in Interior Design 00:00:00 Refer A Friend Refer A Friend 00:00:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Advanced Diploma in Interior Design 00:30:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Advanced Diploma in Interior Design 00:30:00
Step into the high-stakes world of security and protection with this all-in-one Close Protection & Security Course. Designed for those who take vigilance seriously (but can still appreciate a decent cup of tea), this online programme brings together the essential elements of close protection, security operations, and investigative techniques. From understanding the fundamentals of personal protection to diving into the mechanics of criminology and incident response, each module is crafted to help you stay two steps ahead—whether guarding a VIP or assessing risk like a seasoned pro. You'll explore seven key areas, including lifeguard duties, first aid, detective methods, and the strategic layers of security management. There’s a bit of everything here—minus the dramatic music and sunglasses at night. Ideal for those interested in security and protection roles, this training is as serious as the subject demands, yet delivered in a format that doesn’t require boots on the ground. Our Close Protection Course Bundle Curriculum Outline: Course 01: Close Protection Course 02: Lifeguard Training Course 03: Security Officer Course 04: Security Management Diploma Course 05: Detective Course 06: Criminology: Criminal Investigation Training Course 07: First Aid at Work Key Features of This Course: Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover Developed by qualified professionals in the field Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly 24/7 Learning Assistance Discounts on bulk purchases *** Additional Gifts *** Free Life coaching Course *** (Offer Ends Soon) *** Learning Outcomes Develop strategies for effective close protection operations. Master lifeguard techniques for diverse aquatic environments. Gain essential skills for professional security officer duties. Learn comprehensive security management principles and practices. Acquire investigative techniques in criminal investigation training. Apply first aid techniques effectively in workplace emergencies. Accreditation All of our courses are fully accredited, including this Close Protection & Security Course, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in Close Protection & Security. Certification Once you've successfully completed your Close Protection & Security Course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). Our Close Protection & Security Course certification has no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months. ugh we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months. Assessment At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven't, there's no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself. CPD 70 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? This Close Protection & Security Course can be taken by anyone who wants to understand more about the topic. With the aid of this course, you will be able to grasp the fundamental knowledge and ideas. Additionally, this Close Protection & Security Course is ideal for: Individuals seeking a career in the security sector. Aspiring detectives and criminal investigators. Those interested in security management roles. Lifeguards aiming to enhance their qualifications. Anyone pursuing a versatile and rewarding career path. Requirements Learners do not require any prior qualifications to enrol on this Close Protection & Security Course. You just need to have an interest in Close Protection & Security Course. Career path After completing this Close Protection & Security Course you will have a variety of careers to choose from. The following job sectors of Close Protection & Security Course are: Close Protection Officer - £25K to 40K/year. Security Manager - £30K to 50K/year. Lifeguard Supervisor - £18K to 25K/year. Private Investigator - £20K to 35K/year. Criminologist - £25K to 45K/year. Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Once you've successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a FREE digital certificate. Hard copy certificate Hard copy certificate - Included Also, you can have your FREE printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99 in the UK). For all international addresses outside of the United Kingdom, the delivery fee for a hardcopy certificate will be only £10. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
To facilitate a group, family, team or organisation in thinking together around a given challenge or issue here is an opportunity to experience for real the person centred, futures planning tool – MAP (Pearpoint, Forest et. al. 1989). This is a process not a training day. Let us facilitate your planning and refocus your story whilst strengthening you and your group. This tool uses both process and graphic facilitation to help any group develop a shared vision and then to make a start on working out what they will need to do together to move towards that vision. MAPS are great for threshold moments. Is your team stuck? Want to move on, haunted by the past cannot get any useful dialogue about the future? Facing a challenging transition into a new school or setting? Leaving school? Bored with annual reviews, transition plans and review meetings? Want to find a way of making meetings and planning feel more real and engaging? Need an approach, which engages a young person respectfully together with his or her family and friends? Want the ultimate visual record of the process of a meeting, which will help everyone, keep track? Want to problem solve and plan for the future of a small or large group, service or organisation up to the size of an LEA Learning Objectives To create a shared vision To talk through the story so far and reflect upon it To name the worse nightmares that will block progress To strengthen the group by focussing on gifts and capacity To detail needs To specify an Action Plan To create a visual graphic record of the whole event Course Content The MAP process has 6 Steps: The story so far. The group is required to think back over the years to describe their collective experience of changes and events over time within their settings. Stories and events are recorded on the graphic. Building Shared Dreams. The group thinks together about what they would love to see happening for children, families and practitioners in their settings if they could have it all. If there were no constraints on time, money, resources, people or anything else what do they see happening in their imaginations? The various ideas that the group comes up with are then recorded in key words, images and colours on the MAP graphic. The purpose of this Step is to give the group a sense of direction, their North Star, an image of the place they want to work towards. Nightmare. In this Step, the group imagines the worst scenarios. What is the opposite of their dreams? How bad could it get? This is a shorter but powerful process that can give some groups more energy than dreaming together. Gifts and Capacity. In this Step the group is asked to take explicit stock of their capacities and what they already have going for them as they begin working towards the vision. This is a strong reminder for any group of the wealth of knowledge and experience that is already and always in the room. Needs. In this Step the group is invited to begin to name some of the needs they will have if they are to move forward to wards the dream and away from the nightmare. Actions. This is the final Step in the MAP and calls for individuals within the group to name a range of very specific actions (however small) that they will take within a definite time scale. This is not a time for declaring good intentions or suggesting good ideas for someone else to do. The purpose of this Step is to end the MAP process with a range of clearly understood actions that carry this planning process forward into the real world.
Give your team the opportunity to pause and reflect on what matters most to them about the work they do. The act of listening to each other creates relationship and strengthens trust and inclusion within the team – in creating a shared vision, groups of people build a sense of commitment together. Using the PATH or MAP processes of group facilitation and the creating of a large wall sized graphic we will provide a School Improvement Plan to be proud of! Course Category Visioning and Problem Solving Person Centred Planning Strategic Work Team Building and Leadership Description There is an old Japanese proverb, “Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a nightmare” “There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about” MARGARET WHEATLEY – ‘TURNING TO ONE ANOTHER’ (2002) Give your team the opportunity to pause and reflect on what matters most to them about the work they do. The act of listening to each other creates relationship and strengthens trust and inclusion within the team – in creating a shared vision, groups of people build a sense of commitment together. They develop images of ‘the future we want to create together’, along with the values that will be important in getting there and the goals they want to see achieved along the way. Unfortunately, many people still think ’vision’ is the top leader’s job. In schools, the ‘vision task’ usually falls to the Headteacher and/or the governors or it comes in a glossy document from the local authority or the DfES. But visions based on authority are not sustainable. Drawing on the planning tools MAPS and PATH (Pearpoint, Forest and O’Brien 1997) and other facilitation sources we use both process and graphic facilitation to enable the group to build their picture of what they would love to see happening within their organisation/community in the future and we encourage this to be a positive naming, not just a list of the things they want to avoid. ??Let us join you to explore your vision and the ‘roadblocks’ to your vision. Testimonials “Thank you so much for the work you did with us yesterday – I have since been in 2 schools today and have spoken to an number of other colleagues who were present – all were totally overwhelmed by the session – they loved it.” “I was totally blown away, so nice to reflect and realise what a long way we have come” “That was so powerful and motivational” “Our Primary is now an OFSTED rated ‘Outstanding School’ – we were in Special Measures – the Visioning and Planning using the PATH process for 3 years has seriously contributed to this”. Learning Objectives To create a far reaching and shared vision of the future for the school team/group you are working with and ensure that each person present contributes to this To create a visual representation (a graphic) of the vision and use this to plan future actions and to inform school improvement and development plans To facilitate the group in thinking through what some of the barriers to achieving their vision are and to begin work on how these can be removed To build a sense of commitment, common purpose and trust within the team/group Who Is It For ? Headteachers School managers EIP Managers Whole staff – including everyone Course Content The facilitation of a shared vision can be delivered as a full or a half day but, unlike our other training days this day depends on your and your team’s needs and the time you have available The course will cover: Creating the vision The Story So Far Headline Themes Naming the Nightmare A Year from Now Naming Roadblocks and Barriers Building strength Who will we need to take with us on the journey towards the vision Who are we? – Gifts, Strengths and Talents Charting Specific Actions
The Extreme Person Centred Thinking Tools are a set of tools to support dreams, build relationships and connections and promote capacity thinking. The aim of the extreme person centred thinking tools training is not to teach people how to facilitate plans, instead it is about sharing tools that can be used to listen and reflect and creatively involve people in planning their own lives. Online Course now available via Teachable Platform – Person Centred Mindset Learn at your own pace… lots of text and video support Course Category Person Centred Planning Description The Extreme Person Centred Thinking Tools are a set of tools to support dreams, build relationships and connections and promote capacity thinking. The aim of the extreme person centred thinking tools training is not to teach people how to facilitate plans, instead it is about sharing tools that can be used to listen and reflect and creatively involve people in planning their own lives. Many of these tools have been taken from MAPS and PATH, and parts also build on the person centred thinking tools. Testimonials Be the first… Learning Objectives This course will provide participants with an understanding of how to use a range of extreme person centred thinking tools to; Use graphics to facilitate creative conversations Learn from people’s stories and histories Listen to and facilitate dreams and nightmares Think about what is positive and possible Connect people with their communities Facilitate inclusion Who Is It For? Person Centred Planning Facilitators Support Workers / Day Centre Officers / Residential Workers Personal Assistants / Teaching Assistants Families Self Advocates Social Workers CAMHS teams Primary and secondary staff teams SENCOs Local Authority Support Services Course Content The course will introduce participants to a range of tools focused around supporting relationships, realising dreams, connecting people with their communities and capacity thinking. Participants will be coached in using the tools and given the opportunity to practice the tools and their graphic facilitation skills in a safe environment. The course will answer the following questions: How can we use ideas from MAP and PATH in our day to day work? How can I use graphics to facilitate conversations? How can we learn more about the people we support? How can we start to think about connecting people to their communities? If you liked this course you may well like: PERSON CENTRED PLANNING USING PATH AND MAPS
Person Centred Planning: the act of listening to each other creates relationship and strengthening trust and inclusion within the team. If well facilitated In creating a shared vision, groups of people build a sense of commitment together. They develop images of the future they want to create together, along with the values that will be important in getting there and the goals they want to see achieved along the way. Course Category Person Centred Planning Team Building and Leadership Description How to facilitate Person Centred Planning? How is it different from any other kind of meeting or planning? Person Centred working is great – but how exactly is it facilitated? How does it differ from ‘chairing a meeting” What skills and processes enable the group to work together effectively and avoid going off at tangents or dissolving into an unfocussed ‘discussion’ Person Centred Planning: the act of listening to each other creates relationship and strengthening trust and inclusion within the team. If well facilitated In creating a shared vision, groups of people build a sense of commitment together. They develop images of the future they want to create together, along with the values that will be important in getting there and the goals they want to see achieved along the way. Making inclusive action plans using full participation and graphic facilitation Drawing on the planning tools MAPS and PATH (Pearpoint, Forest and OBrien 1997) and other facilitation sources we use both process and graphic facilitation to enable the group to build their picture of what they would love to see happening within their organisation/community in the future and we encourage this to be a positive naming, not just a list of the things they want to avoid. In this training we make this facilitation explicit and attempt to model, teach and enable practice of key skills and processes. Jack Pearpoint, Marsha Forest and John O’Brien developed these innovative PCP approaches in North America and they are being used successfully in many parts of the UK. The planning can focus on an individual, group or organisation and provides a powerful problem solving opportunity, which is flexible and robust enough for many occasions. Tell the story, find the dream, touch the nightmare, and explore who you are, what are the gifts and strengths of the person or group, what are the needs of those present and what is the action plan for the future? Testimonials Learning Objectives Participants understand group and graphic facilitation processes for Person Centred Planning Participants have skills and confidence to facilitate PATH/MAP processes Participants learn graphic as well as process facilitation skills. Strengthens practitioners inclusive practice Provides additional tools for those involved in inclusive work in schools and the wider community Further develop problem solving and planning skills Who Is It For ? Person Centred Planning Facilitators Multi Agency Teams Social workers CAMHS teams Year Managers Primary and secondary staff teams Early Years and School based Practitioners Heads and Deputies SENCOs Advanced Skills Teachers Primary and secondary teachers Local Authority Support Services Voluntary Organisations Course Content The course answers the questions: Need to find new ways to facilitate Planning? How to facilitate Person Centred Planning? How is it different to any other kind of meeting or planning? Person Centred working is great – but how exactly is it facilitated? What are the skills and processes that will make the group work really well and a wonderful graphic to be created? Bored with annual reviews, transition plans and review meetings? Want to find a way of making meetings and planning feel more real and engaging? Need an approach, which engages a young person respectfully together with his or her family and friends? Want the ultimate visual record of the process of a meeting, which will help everyone, keep track? Want to problem solve and plan for the future of a small or large group, service or organisation up to the size of an LA? Inclusive Solutions offer an introductory day to facilitating person centred planning or a 3 – 10 session course which is practical as well as values based. Participants will receive direct individualised coaching and training. We will cover: Group and Graphic Facilitation processes Use of music and dramatic participation methodology The person being at the centre Family members and friends being full partners Planning reflecting the person’s capacities, what is important to the person and specifying the support they require to make a full contribution to their community Planning building a shared commitment to action that will uphold the person’s rights Planning leading to continual listening, learning and action and helping the person get what they want out of life. Essential Lifestyle Planning, PATH MAPS Personal Futures Planning