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This course is about learning to use your digital SLR camera with confidence and skill. Explore aperture, shutter speed and megapixels through to white balance, ISO ratings, histograms and much more! With a blend of technical tuition, demonstration, practical assignments and group discussion, you will discover how to unlock your camera’s full potential and take better pictures. If you don’t have a digital SLR we can often provide one for you – please select from dropdown at time of booking. You can also use your interchangeable or fixed lens system, mirrorless or rangefinder camera on this course. Bridge cameras without interchangeable lenses can be used too, but please note that they may not allow the full range of camera controls. Computer experience is beneficial. Day 1: Features of your Digital SLR camera. Areas covered include aperture, shutter speed and megapixels through to white balance, ISO ratings, histograms and all the rest. There will be time to ask questions and demonstrate the advantages of each feature, getting to grips with the “how’s” and “why’s” We will put into practise all the features that have been discussed and demonstrated in session one on a walk around town with your cameras. We will come back to the gallery, learn a little about methods of downloading and viewing photographs, and explore some basic Photoshop tools. Day 2: Exercises, Assignments and Review Question time. There will be a few formal exercises set up to practise on and time to discuss the elements learned in day one. We will also discuss in more detail the more compositional aspects of photography, and prepare for the afternoons’ assignment. You will carry out your assignments outside the gallery and be given a time to return with your completed assignments. Assignment presentations, troubleshooting and review. The last half will involve editing and viewing the photographs, open discussions and asking any final questions.   Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout.

This course has been designed and approved by the ILM (Institute of Leadership and Management). The recognition from the ILM means delegates receive an ILM Recognised Certificate from the ILM upon successful completion of the course. All of our ILM Programmes are provided in partnership with The BCF Group, which is the ILM Approved Centre we deliver under. Venue Details Nottingham The BCF Group Ltd, 5 Wheatcroft Business Park, Landmere Lane, Edwalton, Nottingham, NG12 4DG Suitable for Wheelchairs All Nottingham courses are held at the head office of The BCF Group. The comfortable training suites (which are situated on ground level, as well as the toilet facilities, making them wheelchair-friendly) are fully air conditioned with natural daylight. Plentiful on-site free car parking is also available. In-House Courses Our Train The Trainer course has been developed and refined over the many years we have been providing it to delegates from organisations in virtually every industry. The course syllabus is flexible and can be tailored to the specific requirements of your organisation and industry. If you would like to discuss how we can tailor this Train The Trainer course for you and/or run it at your premises, please contact us. Scheduled Courses Classroom Course - Nottingham (NG12 4DG) Classroom training courses enable you to benefit from having the tutor and other delegates right there in the room with you. Face-to-face training sessions are one of the best ways to learn, as it is easy to ask questions and have group discussions. Cost: £895 + vat 16-17 April 2024 - COURSE FULL 29-30 April 2024 18-19 June 2024 15-16 August 2024 14-15 October 2024 03-04 December 2024 Classroom Course - Reading (RG41 5QS) Classroom training courses enable you to benefit from having the tutor and other delegates right there in the room with you. Face-to-face training sessions are one of the best ways to learn, as it is easy to ask questions and have group discussions. Cost: £895 + vat 05-06 March 2024 25-26 June 2024 26-27 September 2024 05-06 December 2024 Zoom™ Course Attending a course via Zoom videoconferencing gives you all of the benefits of classroom training without the need to leave your home or office. You still benefit from a real tutor facilitating the programme, and the content is exactly the same. Cost: £795 + vat March 2024 - 25th March (morning), 25th March (afternoon), 26th March (morning), 26th March (afternoon) May 2024 - 21st May (morning), 21st May (afternoon), 22nd May (morning), 22nd May (afternoon) July 2024 - 18th July (morning), 18th July (afternoon), 19th July (morning), 19th July (afternoon) September 2024 - 18th September (morning), 18th September (afternoon), 19th September (morning), 19th September (afternoon) November 2024 - 13th November (morning), 13th November (afternoon), 14th November (morning), 14th November (afternoon) January 2025 - 21st January (morning), 21st January (afternoon), 22nd January (morning), 22nd January (afternoon)

With Sarah Hannah Introduction Looking to film a fresh scene for your acting showreel but want to improve your confidence on camera before shooting? Look no further! Join our weekend intensive screen acting course designed to push you further, increase your knowledge, and elevate your screen acting techniques. Meet Your Tutor Sarah Hannah Actress, Acting and Audition Coach Sarah Hannah is a highly experienced Professional Actress, Acting and Audition Coach. Bringing her extensive experience of working on stage and on screen, Sarah will focus on enhancing your presence on camera and cover the technical skills required of a professional screen actor. Course Outline This immersive experience goes beyond the basics, increasing your knowledge and enhancing your toolbox of screen acting techniques. Following a day of filming with a professional crew, you’ll receive a digital copy of your edited scene—an impressive addition to your showreel, showcasing your refined skills. This course is suitable if you have had previous acting training are a drama school graduate or professional actor. Additional Information Features Suitable if you are (17 yrs+) and have had previous acting training, drama school graduate or professional actor Attracts a varied age range from 17 yrs+. International Students Welcome The course is taught in English, so it is important that you have proficient English language skills Small Class Size Create a truthful and technically confident on screen performance In-depth exploration of screen acting techniques Film a scene that will be edited for your acting showreel Suitable follow-on course if you have completed our Crash Course Weekend Beginners Course Learning Outcomes Create a truthful and technically confident on screen performance In-depth exploration of screen acting techniques Film a scene that will be edited for your acting showreel Improve your collaboration skills within a group Course Location Actors Studio, Pinewood Studios, Pinewood Road, Iver Heath, Buckinghamshire, SL0 0NH Free parking available at Pinewood Studios Nearest Train Stations: Uxbridge Tube Station, Slough and Gerrards Cross. Transfer from station to Pinewood Studios – 10 minutes Coffee shop on site (may not be open at weekends) Excellent transport links from London

RYA Competent Crew or Day Skipper - £770 A five day practical course which can accommodate both Day Skipper and Competent Crew candidates, depending on ability and course requirements. We familiarise you with the yacht and spend the week port hopping whilst you gain experience and work towards your qualification. Competent Crew - An ideal way to develop your skills and to start to become an active crew member capable of contributing to the running of a boat. Course content includes learning how to steer the boat, what the sails do, knot-tying, basic seamanship principles and safety procedures. Day Skipper - Putting Day Skipper level theory into practice and taking command of both the boat and crew, you will also learn learn basic engine checks. This includes building on previous experience and developing new skills for close quarter manouevring, handling under power and sail, day navigation, with some night hours.   RYA Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster™ Preparation - £770 A five day practical course for Coastal Skipper or preperation Yachtmaster™ candidates, this course will build and refine your skills and knowledge, including your planning and skippering for passages with pilotage at day and night, boat handling and safety and emergency procedures. If you are looking to gain the Yachtmaster™ Offshore or Coastal Certificate, please let us know and we will arrange an examiner for you. We cannot over emphasise the need for personal preparation for this exam; your theory knowledge should be instinctive and you should exercise safe practices and judgment without being too overcautious. Primarily you will be examined on your ability to be a good skipper. Our emphasis during this course is consolidate all that you have already learned and fine tune any areas that need improvement. You will be expected to be fully skilled in the following areas: communication with crew members, confident and competent boat handling, high standard chart work and navigation, safety briefings and procedures, radio communication, meteorology skills. Our current school boat is the modern 2017 Dufour 382, a fantastic boat to learn and develop your knowledge on; with her spacious deck layout,dual helm and on-deck plotter, she is easy to handle in close and open quarters. We pride ourselves on providing a comfortable, enjoyable sailing experience and guarantee all students their own cabin.   Facilities on-board include: • Dual helm • Heating • Fridge • Two toilets each with hot water and showers • Three cabins • Television and radio • Charging points for mobiles • On-deck chart plotter and radar   We carry out a deep clean before every course and provide fresh linen and towels. Operating along the picturesque South Devon coast, we venture to prime local cruising locations such as Torbay, Dartmouth, Salcombe and Plymouth. Marinas feature as a daily stop, providing time to reflect and partake in shore-side activities. Our aim is to provide safe fun on the water, allowing you to develop your skills and knowledge in a safe and friendly environment. We use a 3:1 students to instructor raitio, which allows our experienced RYA instructors to tailor courses to the various levels and needs on board, and deliver at a managable pace. Navigation is taught using traditional charting techniques along with electronic methods using E-Series Raymarine chart plotters and Radar. All course prices include accommodation on board, meals for the duration of the course, fuel and mooring fees, and the provision of fresh linen and towels.Waterproofs are available upon request.

This one day masterclass is designed to provide a practical application of the content that is covered within The DEI Playbook and is aimed at anyone tasked with launching and implementing diversity and inclusion within their organisation.

ECS Health & Safety Course with MJ Electrical Training. Available every week, use this course to complete the application process when applying for an ECS Labourers Card.

ECS Health & Safety Course with MJ Electrical Training. Available every week, use this course to complete the application process when applying for an ECS Labourers Card.

ECS Health & Safety Course with MJ Electrical Training. Available every week, use this course to complete the application process when applying for an ECS Labourers Card.

ECS Health & Safety Course with MJ Electrical Training. Available every week, use this course to complete the application process when applying for an ECS Labourers Card.

ECS Health & Safety Course with MJ Electrical Training. Available every week, use this course to complete the application process when applying for an ECS Labourers Card.