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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for individuals who want to learn how to program Android applications using the Java Programming Language. Overview Upon successful completion of this course, students will have an understanding of basic application Android development. This course will teach the basics of Android Development using the Java Programming Language and Android Studio. Introduction and Setup Android Studio Development Essentials Introduction Setting up an Android Studio Development Environment Creating an Example Android App in Android Studio A Tour of the Android Studio User Interface Creating an Android Virtual Device (AVD) in Android Studio Using and Configuring the Android Studio AVD Emulator Testing Android Studio Apps on a Physical Android Device The Basics of the Android Studio Code Editor Android Architecture and State Changes An Overview of the Android Architecture The Anatomy of an Android Application Understanding Android Application and Activity Lifecycles Handling Android Activity State Changes Android Activity State Changes by Example Saving and Restoring the State of an Android Activity Views and Layouts Understanding Android Views, View Groups and Layouts in Android Studio A Guide to the Android Studio Layout Editor Tool A Guide to the Android ConstraintLayout A Guide to using ConstraintLayout in Android Studio An Android Studio Layout Editor ConstraintLayout Tutorial Manual XML Layout Design in Android Studio Creating an Android User Interface in Java Code Event Handling An Overview and Example of Android Event Handling A Guide to using Instant Run in Android Studio Android Touch and Multi-touch Event Handling Detecting Common Gestures using Android Studio and the Gesture Detector Class Implementing Custom Gesture and Pinch Recognition on Android Advanced Layout and Transitions An Introduction Android Fragments Using Fragments in Android Studio - An Example Creating and Managing Overflow Menus on Android Animating User Interfaces with the Android Transitions Framework An Android Transition Tutorial using beginDelayedTransition Implementing Android Scene Transitions ? A Tutorial Working with the Floating Action Button and Snackbar Creating a Tabbed Interface using the TabLayout Component Working with the RecyclerView and CardView Widgets An Android RecyclerView and CardView Tutorial Working with the AppBar and Collapsing Toolbar Layouts Implementing an Android Navigation Drawer An Android Studio Master/Detail Flow Tutorial Intents, Threads, Services, and Notifications An Overview of Android Intents Android Explicit Intents ? A Worked Example Android Implicit Intents ? A Worked Example Android Broadcast Intents and Broadcast Receivers A Basic Overview of Threads and Thread Handlers An Overview of Android Started and Bound Services Implementing an Android Started Service - A Worked Example Android Local Bound Services - A Worked Example Android Remote Bound Services - A Worked Example An Android 7 Notifications Tutorial An Android 7 Direct Reply Notification Tutorial Data Access and Storage Integrating Firebase Support into an Android Studio Project An Android 7 Firebase Remote Notification Tutorial An Introduction to Android 7 Multi-Window Support An Android Studio Multi-Window Split-Screen and Freeform Tutorial An Overview of Android SQLite Databases in Android Studio An Android TableLayout and TableRow Tutorial An Android SQLite Database Tutorial Understanding Android Content Providers Implementing an Android Studio Content Provider in Android Studio Accessing Cloud Storage using the Android Storage Access Framework An Android Storage Access Framework Example Multimedia, Maps and Printing Video Playback on Android VideoView and MediaController Classes Video Recording and Image Capture using Camera Intents Making Runtime Permission Requests in Android Android Audio Recording and Playback using MediaPlayer and MediaRecorder Working with the Google Maps Android API in Android Studio Printing with the Android Printing Framework An Android HTML and Web Content Printing Example A Guide to Android Custom Document Printing Final Build An Android Fingerprint Authentication Tutorial Handling Different Android Devices and Displays Signing and Preparing an Android Application for Release Integrating Google Play In-app Billing into an Android Application An Overview of Gradle in Android Studio An Android Studio Gradle Build Variants Example Additional course details: Nexus Humans Android Studio Development Essentials training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Android Studio Development Essentials course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Self, Health & Wealth - Women In Business Leadership Programme £149 per month (6 Month Programme) Designed for ambitious women who are ready to elevate their leadership potential, including: Aspiring Leaders: Women who are seeking to step into leadership roles but may feel held back by self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or lack of confidence. Mid-level Managers: Women already in management who want to refine their leadership skills, increase their visibility, and breakthrough to senior leadership positions. Entrepreneurs and Business Owners: Women who run their own businesses and are looking to build resilience, manage their health, and secure financial empowerment to lead with impact. Women Seeking Career Advancement: Professionals who want to strengthen their personal brand, develop effective communication strategies, and learn how to negotiate and advocate for their financial worth. Programme Structure Over 6 Months 3 x Online Masterclasses: Jan/March/May 2025 3 x Face-to-Face Seminars: Feb/April/June 2025 3 x 1:1 Online Coaching Sessions: Booked to accommodate your schedule and individual learning objectives. Core topics 1. Self-Development: Breaking Personal Barriers Understanding Leadership Identity: Gain clarity on your leadership style and strengths. Learn how to align your values with your professional goals to create a purpose-driven leadership approach. Overcoming Self-Doubt: Strategies to build confidence and combat imposter syndrome. Identify mental barriers and limiting beliefs that may hold you back and unlock your leadership potential. Personal Brand Development: Craft an authentic personal brand and establish visibility in your organisation or industry. Enhance your influence with effective communication strategies and master delivering impactful presentations that showcase your expertise and boost your leadership presence. 2. Health and Resilience: Leading with Energy Building Resilience: Learn how to maintain resilience under pressure, adapt to change, and manage stress effectively. Explore strategies for bouncing back from setbacks and sustaining peak performance. Work-Life Integration: Practical tools for achieving a balance between professional ambitions and personal well-being. Discover how to create boundaries, manage energy levels, and ensure self-care remains a priority. Mental and Emotional Wellness: Techniques for fostering mental clarity and emotional intelligence. Learn how to cultivate mindfulness, manage negative emotions, and stay motivated during challenging times. 3. Wealth and Financial Empowerment: Owning Your Future Financial Literacy for Leaders: Understand key financial concepts and how they impact decision-making at the leadership level. Learn how to manage budgets and understand financial reports. Negotiating for Success: Master the art of negotiation to advocate for fair compensation, promotions, and leadership opportunities. Learn how to confidently ask for what you’re worth and break through the gender pay gap. Building Sustainable Wealth: Develop long-term financial strategies to secure your financial independence. From building income streams to planning for the future, learn how to make empowered financial decisions. For more information email: engage@puritas.org.uk or visit www.puritas.org.uk

Serious about starting your own candle business? Set yourself up for success from the very beginning, in a private course with Paula Mateo, award winning founder of Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co.

Serious about starting your own soap business? Set yourself up for success from the very beginning, in a private course with Paula Mateo, award winning founder of Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co.

3 hour interactive workshops open to all micro and small business owners and those in business who need to understand these key financial statements. With only a few attendees, the workshops can be tailored to your specific needs. All workshops usually commence at 10am and are £47 per person. Other dates can be arranged upon request.

This is the full recording of the Nov 2024 webinar. Health anxiety is a condition that can affect anyone. Those affected by health anxiety have a disproportionate and sometimes obsessive preoccupation with the idea that they - or a loved one including children - are currently (or will be) experiencing a physical illness or medical problem. "Health anxiety (sometimes called hypochondria) is when you spend so much time worrying you're ill, or about getting ill, that it starts to take over your life." "You may have health anxiety if you: constantly worry about your health frequently check your body for signs of illness, such as lumps, tingling or pain are always asking people for reassurance that you're not ill worry that your doctor or medical tests may have missed something obsessively look at health information on the internet or in the media avoid anything to do with serious illness, such as medical TV programmes act as if you were ill (for example, avoiding physical activities) Anxiety itself can cause symptoms like headaches or a racing heartbeat, and you may mistake these for signs of illness." What will the workshop cover? (Indicative) Illness Anxiety Disorder (DSM-5) Dimensions of Health Anxiety (Salkovskis) Issues in Treatment implementation (Furer) Exposure and Response Prevention Use of Virtual Reality for Health Anxiety Summary and next steps

Learn how to be fully effective in your role without burning yourself out. Course overview Duration: 1 day (6.5 hours) There are only 24 hours in a day, and only so many of those that you want to spend in the office! While many people seem to see working long hours and being highly stressed as a badge of honour you can in fact be more productive and fully effective in your role without burning yourself out. Quite simply in this whirlwind world we need to be great at managing the time and that’s what this interactive one day workshop will teach you. Objectives  By the end of the course you will be able to: Use a selection of tools to set goals, plan and prioritise your time Stop self-sabotaging and create more productive time every day Take control of your day, the time you have available and other people who try to steal your time Hold more effective meetings Manage stress so that you can be at your peak more often Content Getting Started Understanding the need to manage your time effectively Identifying your time stealers Setting goals Getting clarity about what needs to be done Understanding what is urgent and what is important in order to prioritise your tasks Planning your time Using to do lists and other time management tools Stop Self Sabotaging Understanding your time personality and the impact it can have on how you use your time and how others perceive your time management Recognising procrastination and taking action The myth of multitasking Creating focus and clarity in your day Using the time you have to be most productive Taking Control How to assert yourself with others who might be impacting your time management Managing interruptions Saying no and feeling OK about it Negotiating workloads Delegating How to hold productive meetings Managing your meeting attendance effectively Avoiding Burnout Exploring stress and how we respond to it Shifting mindsets Thinking differently Managing overwhelm and panic Tools to manage stress at work

Gain practical skills in influencing and decision-making, perfect for anyone working in team-based or project-focused environments, with interactive, hands-on learning. Course overview Duration: 1 day (6.5 hours) This is a highly interactive and practical course which will help you to use influencing and decision making techniques. This workshop has been specifically designed to give you an opportunity to learn and test a range of influencing and decision making models and techniques. The course is aimed at anyone who interacts with others on a regular basis, especially those in project management disciplines, multi disciplinary, matrix type organisations where healthy debate and challenge are key to achieving optimum resolutions. Objectives By the end of the course you will be able to: Utilise a variety of new techniques to enhance your influencing skills Recognise the impact of non-verbal communication and use it to enhance influencing behaviours Use language skills necessary to get your message across in an influential way Apply different techniques for dealing with aggression Understand VUCA – Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity & Ambiguous Use Perception, Bias, Decision Making and Judgement Understand personal preferences and approaches to Decision Making Speed read others approach to decision making Apply Mindsets, Skillsets and Toolsets for decision making Content What is influencing? Sources of power Influencing skills Choosing the right approach Developing Skills Communication skills – the language of influence Different influencing techniques and when to use them Having the confidence to challenge Dealing with confrontation and challenges in a confident manner The Decision Lifecycle – Personal Preferences Understand the human facts that influence decision making Understanding personal preferences and approaches to Decision Making Understand the impact of Perception, Bias and judgement in decision making Speed reading others approach to decision making Frameworks to provide context for decision making Understand the business factors that influence decision making - VUCA The Cynefin Framework – decision making in complex situations Understanding which business context, you operate in – simple, complicated, complex or chaotic Understanding how to decide in complexity Practical Practical exercises Case studies Personal action planning

Resilience is the ability to take the challenges and changes of life in your stride and say yes to the opportunities that excite you.

This course is suitable for anyone looking to become an accredited tutor or trainer. You may be new to the teaching or training sector; thinking of a career in training and development, or already training / tutoring and would like to become accredited. The course is delivered over 5 half day workshops which develop your knowledge and skills of training techniques. There is some home study, a tutoring session and a 20 minute micro-teach. The total duration of the course is approximately 8 weeks. Through attending this course, you will be able to: Plan, design and deliver a training session using appropriate methods Engage learners using a range of techniques and manage a learning environment Monitor, assess and evaluate training Reflect on own practice and identify areas for development Further Information You will be set self study to complete after each session. This should not take more than 1-2 hours per week. We are on hand to answer any questions you may have throughout your course. You will prepare a microteach session on a topic of your choice, you will have a mentoring session with your tutor to prepare you for this. You will deliver your session to 4 colleagues and will receive feedback from your peers and the course tutor. Please ensure you have read the Terms and Conditions before signing up to this course. Our workshops are interactive and engaging, you can use all the tools and techniques that we demonstrate in our training sessions with your won learners. Benefits Build your confidence in your training skills Gain accreditation Make your training sessions fun and engaging Build your network through meeting other trainers and educators Access resources and tools to use with your own learners