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The UK's first and only Level 4 qualification in Phlebotomy (equivalent to Ireland Level 6) FDSc (Foundation Degree Level) qualification Nationally Recognised certificate Dually accredited: Open College Network and CPD Covers both aspirated and evacuated systems Covers specialised blood collection systems & methods Classroom or Virtual Classroom learning options Comprehensive Training Kit is provided when booking our Virtual Classroom option (yours to keep) Complete your training from beginner to advanced level This course either follows on from our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course or can be combined with our introductory course as part of a course package (see below) Available to candidates who have completed (or are currently enrolled to complete) our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course or have previous phlebotomy practical experience.

This course meets and exceeds the Maryland requirement for the security officer course of 12 hours. The course is taught over 2 days, 6 hours per day. In this course, you will learn the required curriculum for security officers prescribed by the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commission.

Learners will be introduced to the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of intruder and hold-up alarm systems.

LOOKING FOR: MG, ADULT FICTION Jo Williamson has been in publishing for over 25 years. Having worked in Children’s books PR for Dorling Kindersley, HarperCollins and Orion, she started as an agent with Antony Harwood in 2008. She feels very privileged being with authors at the very start of their publishing journey and enjoys close working relationships with all her clients. From editorial help, general advice on the publishing world, guiding careers long-term and general cheerleading, she feels she has the perfect job. Although nothing is off limits and she loves being surprised by submissions. In middle grade children's fiction, Jo is particularly looking for books with heart, epic adventures with voice-led characters, and younger funny fiction with series potential.  In adult fiction, page-turning Commercial Women’s and Book Club fiction are right up Jo's street, including psychological suspense, thriller, cosy crime and books that don’t quite fit the mould. Above all, she wants stories that linger long after the final page has been read. Jo is not the right fit for police procedurals. Jo would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 page synopsis and the first 5,000 words of your manuscript in a single word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, Jo is kindly offering one free session for low income/underrepresented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Wednesday 16th April 2025

LOOKING FOR: MG, ADULT FICTION Jo Williamson has been in publishing for over 25 years. Having worked in Children’s books PR for Dorling Kindersley, HarperCollins and Orion, she started as an agent with Antony Harwood in 2008. She feels very privileged being with authors at the very start of their publishing journey and enjoys close working relationships with all her clients. From editorial help, general advice on the publishing world, guiding careers long-term and general cheerleading, she feels she has the perfect job. Although nothing is off limits and she loves being surprised by submissions. In middle grade children's fiction, Jo is particularly looking for books with heart, epic adventures with voice-led characters, and younger funny fiction with series potential.  In adult fiction, page-turning Commercial Women’s and Book Club fiction are right up Jo's street, including psychological suspense, thriller, cosy crime and books that don’t quite fit the mould. Above all, she wants stories that linger long after the final page has been read. Jo is not the right fit for police procedurals. Jo would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 page synopsis and the first 5,000 words of your manuscript in a single word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, Jo is kindly offering one free session for low income/underrepresented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 19th May 2025

'Motorcycle Skills - Improve your Riding in Eight Weeks' is an online distance learning e-course which will help motorcyclists improve their riding skills. It's suitable for intermediate and advanced riders.

Certificate in Intellectual Property (CIP) Why Attend As international trade and business continues to evolve, the importance of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) becomes increasingly vital. With new technologies and products relying heavily on IPRs, governments around the world are competing to offer higher levels of protection in order to attract investments and promote local innovation and production. Due to the complex nature of the scientific, economic, social, and theoretical aspects of IPRs, it is crucial for entities to have a comprehensive understanding of these issues. During this course, through practical workshops, case studies and expert knowledge, participants will gain an understanding of the concepts, theories, legislative and practical elements necessary to develop a successful IP strategy for their organization. Course Methodology In this interactive training course participants will frequently work in pairs as well as in larger groups to complete exercises, and regional and international case studies Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Understand the theoretical background of Intellectual Property (IP) and the various types of IP existence Understand the international and local set of conventions and laws governing IPRs Demonstrate deep knowledge of the conditions that should exist in each type of IPR, their registration, licensing and enforcement Apply knowledge of IPRs in all legal fields including contracts and litigation Participate effectively in building a comprehensive IP strategy for their organization Target Audience This course is suitable for professionals working in the legal and IP filed, including but not limited to; lawyers, in-house counsels, governmental officials, police, customs, health authorities, researchers, university lecturers, publishers, IP agents as well as researchers who are interested in having deeper knowledge about IP in the GCC. It will also highly benefit in-house councils who recently joined their companies in the GCC as it will give them all the knowledge needed to handle all IP issues within the region. Target Competencies General principles of IPRs Trademarks, Patents, Copyright Principles of IP Enforcement Building IP Strategy Note The Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has introduced a Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) programme to legal consultants authorised to practise through a licensed firm in the Emirate of Dubai. We are proud to announce that the Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has accredited EMG Associates as a CLPD provider. In addition, all our legal programmes have been approved. This PLUS Specialty Training Legal course qualifies for 4 elective CLPD points. Introduction and basic concepts Types of IPRs Main theories justifying IP protection The role of IP in economic development The Role of IP in innovation and creativity The globalization of IPRs protection International conventions Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) and the World Trade Organization The GCC Cooperation in the field of IP protection Trademarks and copyright Definition and types of marks Scope of trade marks protection Registration procedures and rights conferred to trade mark owner Legal protection of trade marks Subject matter and conditions of copyright Types of protected works Financial and moral rights Fair use, duration of protection and legal protection for copyright Patents and trade secrets Patentable inventions and types of patents Registration process Ownership and rights conferred to patent owner Employer-employee inventions and legal protection for patents Definition of trade secrets and confidential information Elements of trade secrets Utilization of trade secrets commercially Legal protection of trade secrets Building a strong IP strategy and strategic management of IPRs Overview and basic concepts Understand your business and your IP needs IP audit and building the portfolio Onward licensing (licensing process and contracts) IP commercialization mechanisms and maximizing the benefits Practical steps to building a successful IP strategy IP valuation - your gateway to know how much your IP worth Assessment of the IP strategy for further success

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LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION, NON-FICTION Daisy Chandley joined PFD in 2019 after graduating from the University of Oxford with a BA in Politics, Philosophy and Economics. She is an Associate Agent and assistant to Senior Agent Annabel Merullo and Head of Books Tim Bates as the UK sub-agent for New Directions Publishing in the US. Daisy is actively building a list of both fiction and non-fiction authors across a range of genres. With fiction, Daisy's wishlist roughly falls into three categories – if something feels like it overlaps between them, even better! 1) Sharp, original novels on the literary to upmarket spectrum, all the way from deeply dark and boundary-pushing books like Hurricane Season, Under The Skin or In The Cut to those balancing edge, heart and humour, like Detransition, Baby or A Visit From The Goon Squad. She loves irreverent wit, daring approaches in narrative or form, and seriously unsettling stories in equal measure, and if you can bring a few of those elements into one, it’ll go straight to the top of her. 2) Com-heavy rom-coms, whether in the dry but ultimately sob-inducing vein of Greta and Valdin or a Nora Ephron film, the escapist screwball delight of a Cary Grant classic, or the more unusual, genre-bending style of something like Palm Springs. Daisy is a sucker for Emily Henry and will always be happy to see an innovative take on tropey love stories, but is equally very keen to see to things a bit outside of the box, whether that’s integrating speculative elements, dark humour, or topical issues. In any case, humour and originality are my priority, and affectionately snarky bickering is the best way to make her fall head over heels with a couple. 3) Sleuths! Daisy is not the right person for police procedurals, but loves classic detectives and amateur sleuths. Whether it’s a delightful Knives Out or Nancy Drew homage or an intricate, unputdownable mystery on the darker side, the minute someone finds a good old fashioned clue, count her in! Overall, whether it’s a delightfully fun and scandalous page-turner or something really bold and experimental, if it’s stylish and smart – and maybe even a bit sexy – Daisy would love to see it. Daisy is definitely interested in literary speculative fiction, though not generally looking for hard SFF. Across the board, she is always looking for stories that explore sexuality, race, gender, and disability, and would particularly love to hear from writers whose voices and experiences aren’t given enough space in publishing. On the non-fiction side, Daisy is looking for bold new insights and underrepresented voices on popular science, nature writing, relationships, social issues and politics, and am always especially interested in fresh, playful and exciting writing on pop culture, love and the internet. She’d also love to see illuminating narrative non-fiction, whether a beautiful and lyrical exploration, or an enthralling and explosive deep-dive. A (large) handful of authors past and present whose work Daisy loves include Patricia Lockwood, Toni Morrison, Elif Batuman, Gillian Flynn, Shirley Jackson, Raven Leilani, Max Porter, Carmen Maria Machado, Virginia Woolf, Sayaka Murata, Kiley Reid, Sally Rooney, George Saunders, Joan Didion, Amy Liptrot, Ottessa Moshfegh, J.D. Salinger, Donna Tartt, Bret Easton Ellis, and Fernanda Melchor. Daisy is not the right fit for Children’s or YA authors.  Daisy would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 page synopsis and the first 2,500 words of your manuscript in a single word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, Daisy is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Thursday 8th May 2025

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for The CHFI course will benefit: Police and other laws enforcement personnel Defense and Military personnel e-Business Security professionals Systems administrators Legal professionals Banking, Insurance and other professionals Government agencies Overview At the end of this course, you will possess the skills needed to: Understand the fundamentals of computer forensics Understand the computer forensic investigation process Describe in detail different types of hard disks and file systems Understand data acquisition and duplication Counteract anti-forensic techniques Leverage forensic skills in Windows, Linux, and Mac Investigate web attacks Understand dark web forensics Deploy forensic techniques for databases, cloud, and networks Investigate email crimes including malware Perform forensics in mobile and IoT environments Every crime leaves a digital footprint, and you need the skills to track those footprints. In this course, students will learn to unravel these pieces of evidence, decode them and report them. From decoding a hack to taking legal action against the perpetrators, they will become an active respondent in times of cyber-breaches. Computer Forensics in Today?s World 1.1. Understand the Fundamentals of Computer Forensics 1.2. Understand Cybercrimes and their Investigation Procedures 1.3. Understand Digital Evidence 1.4. Understand Forensic Readiness, Incident Response and the Role of SOC (Security Operations Center) in Computer Forensics 1.5. Identify the Roles and Responsibilities of a Forensic Investigator 1.6. Understand the Challenges Faced in Investigating Cybercrimes 1.7. Understand Legal Compliance in Computer Forensics Computer Forensics Investigation Process 2.1. Understand the Forensic Investigation Process and its Importance 2.2. Understand the Pre-investigation Phase 2.3. Understand First Response 2.4. Understand the Investigation Phase 2.5. Understand the Post-investigation Phase Understanding Hard Disks and File Systems 3.1. Describe Different Types of Disk Drives and their Characteristics 3.2. Explain the Logical Structure of a Disk 3.3. Understand Booting Process of Windows, Linux and Mac Operating Systems 3.4. Understand Various File Systems of Windows, Linux and Mac Operating Systems 3.5. Examine File System Using Autopsy and The Sleuth Kit Tools 3.6 Understand Storage Systems 3.7. Understand Encoding Standards and Hex Editors 3.8. Analyze Popular File Formats Using Hex Editor Data Acquisition and Duplication 4.1. Understand Data Acquisition Fundamentals 4.2. Understand Data Acquisition Methodology 4.3. Prepare an Image File for Examination Defeating Anti-forensics Techniques 5.1. Understand Anti-forensics Techniques 5.2. Discuss Data Deletion and Recycle Bin Forensics 5.3. Illustrate File Carving Techniques and Ways to Recover Evidence from Deleted Partitions 5.4. Explore Password Cracking/Bypassing Techniques 5.5. Detect Steganography, Hidden Data in File System Structures, Trail Obfuscation, and File Extension Mismatch 5.6. Understand Techniques of Artifact Wiping, Overwritten Data/Metadata Detection, and Encryption 5.7. Detect Program Packers and Footprint Minimizing Techniques 5.8. Understand Anti-forensics Countermeasures Windows Forensics 6.1. Collect Volatile and Non-volatile Information 6.2. Perform Windows Memory and Registry Analysis 6.3. Examine the Cache, Cookie and History Recorded in Web Browsers 6.4. Examine Windows Files and Metadata 6.5. Understand ShellBags, LNK Files, and Jump Lists 6.6. Understand Text-based Logs and Windows Event Logs Linux and Mac Forensics 7.1. Understand Volatile and Non-volatile Data in Linux 7.2. Analyze Filesystem Images Using The Sleuth Kit 7.3. Demonstrate Memory Forensics Using Volatility & PhotoRec 7.4. Understand Mac Forensics Network Forensics 8.1. Understand Network Forensics 8.2. Explain Logging Fundamentals and Network Forensic Readiness 8.3. Summarize Event Correlation Concepts 8.4. Identify Indicators of Compromise (IoCs) from Network Logs 8.5. Investigate Network Traffic 8.6. Perform Incident Detection and Examination with SIEM Tools 8.7. Monitor and Detect Wireless Network Attacks Investigating Web Attacks 9.1. Understand Web Application Forensics 9.2. Understand Internet Information Services (IIS) Logs 9.3. Understand Apache Web Server Logs 9.4. Understand the Functionality of Intrusion Detection System (IDS) 9.5. Understand the Functionality of Web Application Firewall (WAF) 9.6. Investigate Web Attacks on Windows-based Servers 9.7. Detect and Investigate Various Attacks on Web Applications Dark Web Forensics 10.1. Understand the Dark Web 10.2. Determine How to Identify the Traces of Tor Browser during Investigation 10.3. Perform Tor Browser Forensics Database Forensics 11.1. Understand Database Forensics and its Importance 11.2. Determine Data Storage and Database Evidence Repositories in MSSQL Server 11.3. Collect Evidence Files on MSSQL Server 11.4. Perform MSSQL Forensics 11.5. Understand Internal Architecture of MySQL and Structure of Data Directory 11.6. Understand Information Schema and List MySQL Utilities for Performing Forensic Analysis 11.7. Perform MySQL Forensics on WordPress Web Application Database Cloud Forensics 12.1. Understand the Basic Cloud Computing Concepts 12.2. Understand Cloud Forensics 12.3. Understand the Fundamentals of Amazon Web Services (AWS) 12.4. Determine How to Investigate Security Incidents in AWS 12.5. Understand the Fundamentals of Microsoft Azure 12.6. Determine How to Investigate Security Incidents in Azure 12.7. Understand Forensic Methodologies for Containers and Microservices Investigating Email Crimes 13.1. Understand Email Basics 13.2. Understand Email Crime Investigation and its Steps 13.3. U.S. Laws Against Email Crime Malware Forensics 14.1. Define Malware and Identify the Common Techniques Attackers Use to Spread Malware 14.2. Understand Malware Forensics Fundamentals and Recognize Types of Malware Analysis 14.3. Understand and Perform Static Analysis of Malware 14.4. Analyze Suspicious Word and PDF Documents 14.5. Understand Dynamic Malware Analysis Fundamentals and Approaches 14.6. Analyze Malware Behavior on System Properties in Real-time 14.7. Analyze Malware Behavior on Network in Real-time 14.8. Describe Fileless Malware Attacks and How they Happen 14.9. Perform Fileless Malware Analysis - Emotet Mobile Forensics 15.1. Understand the Importance of Mobile Device Forensics 15.2. Illustrate Architectural Layers and Boot Processes of Android and iOS Devices 15.3. Explain the Steps Involved in Mobile Forensics Process 15.4. Investigate Cellular Network Data 15.5. Understand SIM File System and its Data Acquisition Method 15.6. Illustrate Phone Locks and Discuss Rooting of Android and Jailbreaking of iOS Devices 15.7. Perform Logical Acquisition on Android and iOS Devices 15.8. Perform Physical Acquisition on Android and iOS Devices 15.9. Discuss Mobile Forensics Challenges and Prepare Investigation Report IoT Forensics 16.1. Understand IoT and IoT Security Problems 16.2. Recognize Different Types of IoT Threats 16.3. Understand IoT Forensics 16.4. Perform Forensics on IoT Devices