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"Poetry is the rhythmical creation of beauty in words." - Edgar Allan Poe Unleash your creativity and embark on a captivating journey into the world of poetry with our course, "Beginning The Poetry Writing Journey." Let the beauty of words take centre stage as you learn the art of crafting meaningful and captivating poems. Join us and immerse yourself in the art of Poetry Writing. Learning Outcomes: Gain a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Poetry Writing. Develop a deep appreciation for the art of reading and analysing poetry. Learn essential techniques and strategies for starting your poetic journey. Explore the important elements and details that make poetry come alive. Master the use of poetic language to evoke emotions and create vivid imagery. Understand the significance of sound and rhythm in Poetry. In the United Kingdom, poets have left an indelible mark on the literary landscape, weaving words that touch the depths of the human experience. From the timeless verses of William Shakespeare to the contemporary brilliance of Carol Ann Duffy, British poets have shaped the art form with their imagination and insight. Having said that, Our comprehensive course, Beginning The Poetry Writing Journey, is designed to take you on a profound exploration of this timeless art form. Through a series of engaging modules, you will delve into the essence of poetry, from its introduction and understanding to the intricate details that make each verse unique. You will be guided through the realms of poetic language, discovering how to craft evocative imagery and convey profound emotions through your words. Dive into the nuances of sound and rhythm, mastering the techniques that give your poetry a mesmerising quality. The course will help you take charge of your poetic journey, whether you wish to become a master of poetry, explore personal expression, or just enjoy the beauty of poetic language. Certification Upon completion of the course, learners can obtain a certificate as proof of their achievement. You can receive a £4.99 PDF Certificate sent via email, a £9.99 Printed Hardcopy Certificate for delivery in the UK, or a £19.99 Printed Hardcopy Certificate for international delivery. Each option depends on individual preferences and locations. CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Aspiring poets and writers eager to explore the art of Poetry Writing. Literature enthusiasts interested in gaining a deeper understanding of poetry. Individuals seeking a creative outlet for self-expression and personal growth. Students or educators looking to enhance their knowledge of poetry and teaching abilities. Anyone in the UK who appreciates the beauty and power of words. Career path Poet Laureate: £30,000 - £50,000 per annum. Freelance Poet: Earnings vary based on publications and projects. Poetry Editor: £25,000 - £40,000 per annum. Creative Writing Instructor: £25,000 - £45,000 per annum. Literary Agent specialising in poetry: Earnings vary based on commissions and deals.

Sometimes you just need a bit of help with something specific that you’re working on at home. Perhaps you have something that just won’t solder or you’d like some advice on pricing your work. Maybe you can’t decide which tools and equipment you need to buy to set up your own studio, or you even need some help with web site design?  Anna has a BA(Hons) degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing from the prestigious Birmingham School of Jewellery (if you watched the recent series of All That Glitters on TV, it’s that place!) and Post Graduate Certificate in Education, but its the 20+ years of practical experience in making jewellery, teaching others and running a business that’s really important! If this is the case, then a simple 30 minute online chat might be the perfect solution. If you’d like to email Anna first to check that she’s able to help then please complete the form below:

Master the camera and post processing skills required to produce an end result that matches your creative vision and expectations. This practical and fun course enables participants to fully explore the essential camera and Photoshop skills you need to produce stunning digital photographs. Experienced tutor Kat Gollock helps you harness your creative potential in four engaging and empowering sessions. De-mystify the technical jargon and unlock your DSLR camera’s full potential. Learn Photoshop from a photographer’s perspective and the essential skills you need to really make your images shine. If you don’t have a digital SLR we can often provide one for you – please let us know at time of booking to confirm. 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. Week 1: Camera You will be guided through the manual settings of your Digital SLR camera, fully exploring how to capture light and time in a single image. Learn how to generate accurate exposures through aperture, shutter speed and ISO control and how/when to apply them creatively. We’ll explore some of the other digital settings that are key to understanding and building your confidence with your own camera. Week 2: Creating Put into practice all the camera features discussed and demonstrated in Week 1 on a walk around town. You will then return to the gallery for discussion and troubleshooting session to help further iron out any kinks. Week 3: Composition Will introduce you to photographic composition, history and appreciation and will be accompanied by more time to shoot so as to put these new skills into practice Week 4: Critique This week the full digital workflow will be explored with focus on image selection and post production techniques. An introduction to Adobe programs Bridge and Photoshop will be a key part of this process. On completion, we will have an informal and supportive discussion and feedback session provided by the tutor and peers.   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.

If you have already done with the basic functions of Microsoft Office Access 2016, then now you're ready to learn advanced Access features such as database management, advanced form design, packaging a database, encrypting a database, preparing a database for multi-user access, and more. Access is Microsoft's flagship database application that allows you to create and manage databases for all sorts of different purposes. This new version of Access incorporates a few new features and connectivity options in order to make databases more accessible to the everyday user. This Access 2016 Advanced is intended to help all users get up to speed on the different features of Access and to become familiar with its more advanced features. The course covers how to complete advanced form design tasks, add field and record validation, create and manage macros, conduct advanced database management, distribute and secure a database, and manage switchboards. What Will I Learn? Improve the Structure of a Database Maintain a Database Work with Access Switchboards Configure Access for Multiple Users Automate Processed with VBA Use Table Events Requirements Access Introduction and Intermediate courses or equivalent experience. Who is the target audience? Students who wish to learn the more advanced capabilities of Access. Introduction Introduction FREE 00:01:00 Improving the Structure of a Database Using the Table Analyzer Wizard 00:05:00 Append Querying to Normalize a Table 00:09:00 Creating a Junction Table 00:06:00 Maintaining a Database Backing Up a Database 00:02:00 Using the Compact and Repair Database Tool 00:03:00 Using the Object Dependencies Tool 00:02:00 Using the Database Documenter Too 00:02:00 Using the Performance Analyzer Tool 00:02:00 Working with Access Switchboards Understanding the Access Switchboard 00:03:00 Using The Switchboard Manager 00:09:00 Modifying a Switchboard 00:05:00 Setting the Startup Options 00:04:00 Configuring Access for Multiple Users Using the database Splitter 00:04:00 Configuring Trusted Locations 00:02:00 Password Protecting a Database 00:03:00 Password Protecting Modules 00:01:00 Converting a Database to an ACCDE file 00:02:00 Automating Processes with VBA Understanding VBA Basics 00:06:00 Exploring Variables and Control Flow Statements 00:10:00 Exporting a Table or Query with VBA 00:06:00 Converting a Macro to VBA 00:02:00 Using Table Events Understanding Table Events 00:02:00 Using the Before Change Event Command 00:04:00 Using the After Change Event Command 00:04:00 Conclusion Course Recap 00:01:00 Resources Resources - Access 2016 Advanced 00:00:00 Course Certification

Health & Safety is a significant concern. Everyone has an essential role to play in reducing deaths and accidents at work. Failure to meet the requirements of Health and Safety regulations carries serious consequences so understanding these requirements is vital. This course is aimed at those starting out in the construction industry and provides an introduction to some of the key aspects of health and safety on and around construction sites. It can be taken along with the accredited exam to provide you with a recognised qualification that can form part of your CSCS card application.

Introduction: Successful marketing is an art form and it can take years to fully appreciate the nuances of promoting and selling a product. However, the basic principles are relatively straightforward. When you understand the “Four P's” of marketing, you are in a good position to target your audience and drive sales. In this course, you will receive an overview of the “Four P's” and learn how you can implement them into your own marketing strategy. The course offers practical solutions for making the most of this model alongside basic marketing theory.   What You Will Learn: What the Four P's are, why they are so important and how they are relate to one another How to use the Four P's when putting together a marketing plan and researching your target demographic How to use the Four P's in the earliest stages of product development and how to stay focused when applying the model Benefits of Taking This Course: If you are responsible for the marketing and promotion of a product or service, you will find this course a useful introduction to the marketing process If you do not work in marketing, but collaborate with marketing professionals on a regular basis, this course will provide you with a useful appreciation of their role in the organization This course will help you understand the benefits of thorough research at every stage of product development, and gives you some practical tips on how to put the Four P's into practice Effective marketing drives sales, so this course will provide you with useful information that may ultimately increase your business' profits

Getting Started – A Practical Introduction to Mindfulness. – delivered online via zoom A 10-week rolling program introducing mindfulness. There are 10 sessions with distinct content and it’s fine to join at any point. Getting Started operates on a drop-in basis, so if you miss a session you can cover the content next time it comes around. The sessions are interactive to support learning from each other's experiences. We, therefore, request that participants turn their cameras and microphone on for the sessions. Participants will be muted during meditations to reduce distractions. Getting Started is just that- an accessible introduction to mindfulness, providing a practical guide to building it into everyday life. Each session will cover a different aspect of Mindfulness and will include: Discussion about one of the foundational attitudes of mindfulness Each week focuses on a different foundation of building a mindfulness practice starting with Intention and then the nine foundational attitudes of mindfulness: Beginners Mind; Non-Judgement; Gratitude; Acceptance; Non-Striving; Letting Go; Generosity; Patience and Trust. The science which backs it up and how it applies to our lives. and Guided mindfulness practices These form the backbone of each session because practice promotes presence and Suggestions and tips for practicing in the context of our daily life and The opportunity to ask questions and An info sheet emailed to participants after each Getting Started session Session Topics: 1 | Intention – 20th October 2022 2 | Beginners Mind – 27th October 2022 3 | Non-judgement – 3rd November 2022 4 | Gratitude – 10th November 2022 5 | Acceptance – 17th November 2022 6 | Non-striving – 24th November 2022 7 | Letting Go – 1st December 2022 8 | Generosity – 8th December 2022 9 | Patience – 15th December 2022 10 | Trust – 22nd December 2022

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This class is targeted towards the professional developer new to HTML, self-taught HTML developers, graphics designers and those new to HTML development. Overview After completing this course, you will be able to: Create HTML5 compliant web pages. Test and validate HTML and CSS code. Create CSS for style pages. Work with experimental vendor prefixes. Work with fonts and CSS font effects. Work with color and color tools. Layout pages and content using DIVs, iFrames and Tables. Add and format images and CSS sprites. Create HTML5 forms. Embed and manage video and audio content. This course is an in-depth hands-on study of HTML5, CSS3 and modern web and mobile development. The course includes detailed hands-on labs and Q&A labs. The labs include multiple projects, including one beginning to end web site.This material updates and replaces course Microsoft course 20480 which was previously published under the title Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3. Module 1: A Brief History of HTML and the Web Welcome! History Details, Details, Details? The Life of a Web Page HTTP Status Codes Definitions Most Important Things to Know as a Web Developer Module 2: Core HTML Elements HTML and CSS Editors Text, Spaces and Tabs Working with Tags Attributes Comments Non-Standard Tags Every Page Includes? File Extensions Core Page Elements Nesting Testing HTML HTML and Text Module 3: Cascading Style Sheets Before CSS With CSS Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) Adding CSS to a Page Order of CSS Processing Experimental Vendor Prefixes CSS Units The CSS Box Mode Module 4: Fonts and Text Fonts CSS for Text CSS Text Ticks! Working with Lists Upgrading and to Windows 7 Module 5: Colors and Backgrounds Specifying Colors Applying Colors Gradients Module 6: Anchors and Hyperlinks HTML and CSS Hyperlinks with Images and Other Objects Buttons Module 7: Page Layout Page Layout Options Tables for Data DIVs Float SPAN HTML 5 DIV-like Tags IFRAMES Module 8: Images Favicon Preparing Images Image Files The IMG Tag Background Images Image Best Practices CSS Sprites Module 9: HTML Forms A Basic Form POST vs. GET name vs. id Basic Form Elements Basic Form Attribute Select Uploading Files HTML 5 Form Enhancements DataList Module 10: Multimedia Video and Audio HTML 5 Video CSS JavaScript Audio Hosting Videos in the Cloud Working with Animated GIFs

Our Refugee Family Reunion course is designed to empower individuals and professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complex process of reuniting refugee families. View our Refugee Family Reunion training course dates below, available remotely via Microsoft Teams. Our Refugee Family Reunion course is designed to empower individuals and professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complex process of reuniting refugee families. From understanding the application forms and procedures to meeting the necessary requirements and avoiding common pitfalls, this comprehensive course covers it all. We will guide you through the intricacies of the refugee family reunion process, ensuring you have the expertise to assist those in need. By the end of this course, you’ll be well-equipped to assist refugees in the challenging process of reuniting with their families. Gain the knowledge and insights necessary to offer accurate and compassionate guidance, ensuring that families can find solace and hope in their journey towards reunion.   Course joining links, materials and instructions are sent out 24hours before the course starts. Immigration Advice Service has been providing professional immigration services for over 10 years in the public, private and corporate sectors. Our fully qualified and OISC regulated trainer will guide you through the process and ensure you are competent in Refugee Family Reunion. This an opportunity not to be missed by Immigration Advisors, Charities, Lawyers, Solicitors and Legal Professionals. Course Content: Introduction-Refugee Family Reunion How to apply – VAF 4A FORM Requirements: Appendix family reunion (protection), Appendix Relationship with Partner, Appendix CNP Family Members Refugee family reunion applications outside the Immigration Rules Challenges – Preparing a good quality application with good evidence, Additional evidence required in applications outside the rules Remedy Who can help Conclusion

Overview   With the ever-increasing demand for Data Entry in personal & professional settings, this online training aims at educating, nurturing, and upskilling individuals to stay ahead of the curve - whatever their level of expertise in Data Entry may be.   Learning about Data Entry or keeping up to date on it can be confusing at times, and maybe even daunting! But that's not the case with this course from Compete High. We understand the different requirements coming with a wide variety of demographics looking to get skilled in Data Entry. That's why we've developed this online training in a way that caters to learners with different goals in mind. The course materials are prepared with consultation from the experts of this field and all the information on Data Entry is kept up to date on a regular basis so that learners don't get left behind on the current trends/updates.   The self-paced online learning methodology by Compete High in this Data Entry Training course helps you learn whenever or however you wish, keeping in mind the busy schedule or possible inconveniences that come with physical classes. The easy-to-grasp, bite-sized lessons are proven to be most effective in memorising and learning the lessons by heart. On top of that, you have the opportunity to receive a certificate after successfully completing the course!   Instead of searching for hours, enrol right away on this Data Entry Training course from Compete High and accelerate your career in the right path with expert-outlined lessons and a guarantee of success in the long run.   Who is this course for?   While we refrain from discouraging anyone wanting to do this Data Entry Training course or impose any sort of restrictions on doing this online training, people meeting any of the following criteria will benefit the most from it: Anyone looking for the basics of Data Entry, Jobseekers in the relevant domains, Anyone with a ground knowledge/intermediate expertise in Data Entry, Anyone looking for a certificate of completion on doing an online training on this topic, Students of Data Entry, or anyone with an academic knowledge gap to bridge, Anyone with a general interest/curiosity   Career Path   This Data Entry Training course smoothens the way up your career ladder with all the relevant information, skills, and online certificate of achievements. After successfully completing the course, you can expect to move one significant step closer to achieving your professional goals - whether it's securing that job you desire, getting the promotion you deserve, or setting up that business of your dreams.    Course Curriculum Module 1 - Introduction to Data Entry Introduction to Data Entry 00:00 Module 2 - Types of Data Entry Types of Data Entry 00:00 Module 3 - Data Entry Jobs Data Entry Jobs 00:00 Module 4 - Data Entry Standards -Guidelines and Examples Data Entry Standards -Guidelines and Examples 00:00 Module 5 - Using Excel for Efficient Data Entry Using Excel for Efficient Data Entry 00:00 Module 6 - Using Flash Fill in Excel Using Flash Fill in Excel 00:00 Module 7 - How to Create a Data Entry Form in Excel How to Create a Data Entry Form in Excel 00:00 Module 8 - Managing Workbooks Managing Workbooks 00:00