The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines has full accreditation from OfQual as a Level 2 Vocational Qualification. Through a combination of tasting and theory you will explore the factors that impact the style and quality of wine and learn how to describe wines with confidence. Course Schedule: The 8 x 2-hour online sessions on - What the course covers Wine tasting: You will learn how to taste and describe wines using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT) Food and wine pairing: You will learn the principles of food and wine pairing Wine service and storage: You will learn the correct way to store and serve wine and how to recognise common faults found in wine Labelling: You will learn how to decode and understand wine labels Factors influencing the style of wine: You will explore how environmental factors, grape-growing, vineyard and maturation options influence the style and quality of the wines made all over the world Grape varieties: You'll learn about the styles of wines produced by the key international red and white grape varieties (Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Syrah/Shiraz) as well as the styles of wines made with 22 regionally important grape varieties grown in 70 wine regions (GI's) around the world Sparkling and Fortified wines: You will be taught how grape varieties and winemaking processes influence the style of wines in these two key wine categories. No prior wine knowledge is required however the course builds upon the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines course. It is not essential to complete Level 1 to join the Level 2 course but if you are a complete begineer you may wish to consider this option. We recommend you read the course specification document HERE for full details of the content, structure and assesment criteria. Any questions please get in touch. Course delivery The Level 2 Award in Wines online course covers the same syllabus as the classroom course and is delivered in LIVE interactive online lessons by one of our certified wine educators This course includes 16 hours online tuition in 8 x 2hr sessions and we recommend a minimum of 12 hours additional study Your tutor will give you a guided tasting of 12 wines on this course (for details of how to order the wines see below) You will receive access to practice multiple-choice revision questions specific to this course - FREE OF CHARGE Please note a reliable broadband connection is essential for the completion of this online course as are basic computer skills. Examination To obtain the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines Qualification, you will need to successfully pass the exam. The exam is made up of 50 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 1 hour. A mark of 55% is required to pass the exam. The exam is taken online via a Remote Invigilation service giving you the flexibility to take the exam at a time and date of your choice. More details will be sent upon registration. Please ensure you read the information HERE if you wish to take the exam online. Whats included All WSET course materials posted to you at no extra charge including: Looking Behind the Label course manual, Study Guide, specification and SAT Tasting Card LIVE virtual interactive sessions taught by a Local Wine School WSET Certified Tutor Exclusive access to practice multiple choice questions provided FREE OF CHARGE WSET exam fee Remote Invigilation service Internationally recognised WSET qualification, certificate and pin for those who pass the exam VAT at 20% (VAT receipt can be provided on request) Course Wines It is recommended that at least 12 wines are tasted as part of this course, although this is optional and the cost of wines is not included in the course fee above. Our wine experts have specially selected wines for this course designed to demonstrate specific learning outcomes. We have negotiated a discounted price only available to our online students. Details of how to order your case of wines will be provided when you book your place. The cost is approx £150 including VAT and delivery. Wine preservation advice is give so that after each tasting exercise you can reseal and return to the wines over the coming days. Special Educational Needs Please make the school aware if you have a condition which may mean that you will qualify for additional help during the exam such as dyslexia. Important dates Registration deadline: please book at least 5 days before the start of the course, to allow time to send materials and order the tasting wines.
This course teaches you English as a foreign language. Starting from a few basic words, we then work though the structures of the language step by step, learning new grammar and vocabulary as we go. We pay close attention to pronunciation, and make use of the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) to help us with this. The course is taught by a British English native speaker. But, because English is an international language, we will listen to various accents throughout the course.
Description A spirited yoga practise to boost your energy, uplift your soul, and leave you feeling lit up from the inside out! Move better, breath better, and feel better for LIFE! This is an invigorating and energising mixed-ability yoga class designed to challenge you physically, make you sweat, and leave you with that blissed out post-yoga feeling! Options given to suit all levels of yoga experience - both beginner's and advanced students will find something to work on, from down-dog to handstands! Get strong, retrain habits, and get moving! Every class contains structured flowing movements interwoven with guided breath work. Challenge your strength, mobility, and fitness. Classes always end with svanasana - mindfulness-based guided relaxation, meditation, and massage to leave you feeling calm, grounded, and blissful. Carry that feeling over into your life, as you enjoy more energy, feeling more centred, and finding more strength and balance both on and off the mat. - Fantastic stress relief! - Improve your posture - Great mobility, strength, and balance training - Learn to move with confidence and prowess - Boost your energy! - Increase body-awareness, coordination, and mental focus - Feel more awake, more powerful, and more alive! Taught at the Hub on the Green - a beautiful calm and clean setting in the heart of Bournville. What style of yoga is it? Not all yoga is created equal! Roo teaches a modern style of yoga that has been developed by a physiotherapist and neurologist, providing movement education for both your body and your brain. This innovative method provides a smarter, safer, and more effective approach to yoga and movement. Working from the ground up with intelligent sequencing and emotional awareness, this movement practise is designed to retrain your habits, correct postural imbalances, and teach you how to hold yourself and move through space - so that you can stand tall, move with confidence, and feel empowered for LIFE! Come and feel the difference! First time? Use code TRYFOR5 to get your first drop-in class for only £5 🙂 Discounts for yoga teachers - get in touch to find out more! Option to drop-in (£11 per class) or book a 6 week block (£54). These are 6 consecutive classes, starting from the week you book them on. When there is a break (for example, over the summer), your 6 week block will be "paused" for the duration of the break, and start again when classes resume. There will be no refunds given for any classes missed within your block. Mats and yoga blocks are provided. Spaces are limited - pre-booking is strongly advised! Any remaining spaces will be allocated to walk-ins on the day on a first-come-first-served basis. If the room is full, I'm really sorry but you will be unable to join the class. So make sure you book! :D See you on the mat! Roo x
Description A spirited yoga practise to boost your energy, uplift your soul, and leave you feeling lit up from the inside out! Move better, breath better, and feel better for LIFE! This is an invigorating and energising mixed-ability yoga class designed to challenge you physically, make you sweat, and leave you with that blissed out post-yoga feeling! Options given to suit all levels of yoga experience - both beginner's and advanced students will find something to work on, from down-dog to handstands! Get strong, retrain habits, and get moving! Every class contains structured flowing movements interwoven with guided breath work. Challenge your strength, mobility, and fitness. Classes always end with svanasana - mindfulness-based guided relaxation, meditation, and massage to leave you feeling calm, grounded, and blissful. Carry that feeling over into your life, as you enjoy more energy, feeling more centred, and finding more strength and balance both on and off the mat. - Fantastic stress relief! - Improve your posture - Great mobility, strength, and balance training - Learn to move with confidence and prowess - Boost your energy! - Increase body-awareness, coordination, and mental focus - Feel more awake, more powerful, and more alive! Taught at the Hub on the Green - a beautiful calm and clean setting in the heart of Bournville. What style of yoga is it? Not all yoga is created equal! Roo teaches a modern style of yoga that has been developed by a physiotherapist and neurologist, providing movement education for both your body and your brain. This innovative method provides a smarter, safer, and more effective approach to yoga and movement. Working from the ground up with intelligent sequencing and emotional awareness, this movement practise is designed to retrain your habits, correct postural imbalances, and teach you how to hold yourself and move through space - so that you can stand tall, move with confidence, and feel empowered for LIFE! Come and feel the difference! First time? Use code TRYFOR5 to get your first drop-in class for only £5 🙂 Discounts for yoga teachers - get in touch to find out more! Option to drop-in (£11 per class) or book a 6 week block (£54). These are 6 consecutive classes, starting from the week you book them on. When there is a break (for example, over the summer), your 6 week block will be "paused" for the duration of the break, and start again when classes resume. There will be no refunds given for any classes missed within your block. Mats and yoga blocks are provided. Spaces are limited - pre-booking is strongly advised! Any remaining spaces will be allocated to walk-ins on the day on a first-come-first-served basis. If the room is full, I'm really sorry but you will be unable to join the class. So make sure you book! :D See you on the mat! Roo x
Course Overview Lean Six Sigma is a proven combination of tools and techniques that has been used by leading organizations to improve efficiency, productivity and customer satisfaction. It achieves this by providing a rigorous and structured methodology and team approach to problem solving which leads to quality and performance improvements. Our Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training is a seven-day programme which includes an in-house project designed to provide participants with an understanding of the Six Sigma Green Belt Process and it’s practical application. Trainees will enhance their current skills by developing a thorough understanding of the DMAIC (Define/Measure/Analyse/Improve/Control) methodology and its applications, creating a culture of problem solving and continuous improvement in their organization. In this way, key personnel become valuable contributors in achieving the larger goals and objectives of their organization. This powerful tool will enable you and your team to identify opportunities for improvement, and assist in the implementation of projects leading to efficiency by equipping key personnel with the expertise and the tools needed to manage and participate in cost reduction projects with innovative solutions. Trainees will learn how to use data to pinpoint processes that need to be analysed and improved using the Six Sigma Tool sets, with a view to problem solving, increasing operational efficiency, improving productivity and customer satisfaction and the company’s overall business results. Our Lean Six Sigma Green Belt programme incorporates a project to be undertaken in your own organization during and after the training modules. This allows you to apply the tools, in your own working environment, to processes that are known to you, making the training relevant, and also leaving a improvement with measurable results in your organization. MINITAB (trial version can be downloaded free) and Excel software are used by participants during the training sessions and to complete their projects. Structure of the Course This 7-day training programme is divided into three modules as follows: Define / Measure Phase - 3 days from Nov 25th to 27th, 2024 Analyse Phase - 2 days on January 13th &14th, 2025 Improve / Control Phase - 2 days on February 17th & 18th, 2025 A gap of 4 weeks between each module provides an opportunity for trainees to work on a project within their workplace, applying the methodology and tools learned during the previous module. Extra support can be provided between modules for each trainees with their project work. We provide a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Manual for all delegates, and a Certification is awarded upon completion of the Green Belt training and ONE project by each trainee in which the targeted outcomes have been achieved. An outcome report and/or project presentation which demonstrates the use of the tools and methodology is required. Cost: £1,800 + VAT per person. What is included Seven days of face-to-face training delivered in 3 modules as listed above Project review and support for all participants during modules 2 & 3. Remote support available for the duration of the programme for trainees to consult with the trainer. All training material, and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Manual for all delegates Refreshments and lunch provided each day of training Free car park for all delegates Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certificate In-house Option This workshop can also be delivered in-house as a stand-alone training workshop or integrated into wider improvement activities. Contact us for more details at compete@cforc.org and we will be happy to discuss in the context of your own business needs. If you are not yet a member but are already thinking about joining CforC, you can find more information on how to become a member and the benefits by clicking here.
Are you a fresher and looking to start your career as a phlebotomist or are you currently employed in the healthcare profession and looking to expand your phlebotomy skills in order to build a rewarding career in this field? Or simply want to understand the blood collection procedure and gather skills to handle and transport specimens securely. This comprehensive phlebotomy course online is ideal for you! Course Highlights You will be given ample opportunity to practise on the manikins Face to Face Practical Training National Occupational Standard for Obtaining Venous Blood Sample Demonstrate appropriate infection control principles when performing training 3 Hours of Remote Theoretical Learning 7 Hours of Face-to-Face Training Sessions at Swindon Centre 7 Hours of Face-to-Face Training Sessions at Bristol Centre 1 Day of Face-to-Face Training Sessions at Birmingham Centre 8 Hours of Face-to-Face Training Sessions at London Centre Once confident at taking blood from the manikin you will have the opportunity to take blood from a fellow participant with consent. Accredited by the CPD Certification Designed by expert healthcare professionals. This extensive course covers the following credentials: Venepuncture process Vial labelling Blood-taking techniques Safety protocols, Needle safety techniques Processing of blood samples Prioritising patients System of needle measurement Maintaining the accuracy of specimen labels Controlling and preventing infection Techniques for preserving clinical proficiency Legal repercussions of bad behaviour Causes of infection and needed records Identify the veins used for Venepuncture (Phlebotomy) Solving issues might arise during the actual operation Classroom-Based Phlebotomy Training Course To ensure effective training, our classroom-based learning is divided into two parts: Remote theoretical learning (online) For the first part of our phlebotomy course online, we provide in-depth theoretical learning which you can complete from the comfort of your home. You can go on to the practical learning portion once the coursework and assessments have been successfully completed. Face-to-face practical learning (designated London-based office, with a similar structure at Swindon, Bristol and Birmingham offices) As part of the practical training, you will receive practical demonstrations and hands-on experience to justify your role. The practical learning part is divided into two learning slots with each weighing 4 hours of time: First 4 hours session: Through practical demonstration using a mannikins, you will be taught how to smoothly draw blood, reduce risks, and control the patient’s reaction. Last 4 hours of sessions: You will then have the chance to draw blood from fellow participants with consent while being closely supervised. Phlebotomy | Online Course | Lead Academy - Trailer Who is this Phlebotomy Training Course for? This phlebotomy course is primarily aimed at: Phlebotomists Health Visitors Physiotherapists Occupational Therapists Healthcare professionals Nurses, midwives, phramcists and doctors Freshers looking to begin their career as a phlebotomist Anyone looking to enhance their blood-sampling skills Whether you are a fresher looking to kickstart your career in the field of phlebotomy or a practicing healthcare looking to enhance your phlebotomy skills, this course will help you achieve your professional aspirations by all means. Entry Requirements There are no academic entry requirements for this online phlebotomy course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds. Entry Requirements There are no academic entry requirements for this blood taking course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds. However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a good internet connection. Assessment Method In this phlebotomy course learners will be assessed through observation. That means during the practical training you will be observed by the supervisor/trainer. Upon successful demonstration of blood sampling and blood draw, you will be awarded a CPD-accredited certificate that is accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. We also offer face-to-face practical training for Cannulation Training, Catheterisation Training, and Advanced / Competency Phlebotomy Training Course Curriculum Module 1: Introduction Module 2: Steps Before Withdrawing Blood (Venepuncture) Module 3: Basic Anatomy Lessons Module 4: Dos and Donts for Vein Selection Module 5: Preparation for Venepuncture Module 6: Managing Patient’s Expectations Module 7: Complications Issues during Venipuncture Module 8: Processing of Blood Samples Module 9: Conclusion Recognised Accreditation This phlebotomy course is accredited by Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing the phlebotomy course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.
SSSTS The CITB SSSTS course is an accredited Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme for the construction site supervisor, these are generally referred to as SSSTS training courses. The supervisors safety training scheme is now a requirement set out by the major contractors group for all supervisors who will be working on their sites. Construction skills and health and safety need to go hand in hand and made a priority to encourage improved work skills and reduced accidents and injuries. On the 2 day SSSTS training course the main focus will be on: THE IMPORTANCE OF RISK ASSESSMENTS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY THERE IS A FOCUS ON HOW TO IMPLEMENT CONTROL MEASURES ON SITE AND HOW TO USE COMMUNICATION TO ENSURE THE SITE REMAINS SAFE FOR EVERYONE MONITORING THE CONTROL MEASURES AND WORK ACTIVITIES ENSURING THAT THE WORK IS CARRIED OUT CORRECTLY AND SAFELY Delegates attending CITB SSSTS courses and who successfully complete will receive a SSSTS certificate to show that they are able to help supervise in the construction industry and have understanding when it comes to health and safety in the work place. During the course the main topics of the syllabus are: THE HEALTH AND SAFETY ACTS, REGULATIONS APPROVED CODES OF PRACTICE AND GUIDANCE NOTES THE HEALTH AND SAFETY LEGAL SYSTEM CAUSES, TYPES AND THE NUMBERS OF CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS RISK ASSESSMENTS IN ALL MANNER OF CONSTRUCTION CIRCUMSTANCES The concise SSSTS courses will provide you with the skills to: IDENTIFY PROBLEM AREAS FOUND IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY UNDERSTAND AND APPRECIATE PROACTIVE AND REACTIVE MONITORING PERFORM RISK ASSESSMENTS AND RECOGNISE THE IMPORTANCE OF METHOD STATEMENTS HAVE AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE WAY THE HEALTH AND SAFETY LAWS ARE STRUCTURED LEARN SKILLS NEEDED TO PERFORM ON SITE INDUCTIONS, METHOD BRIEFS AND TOOLBOX TALKS CITB SSSTS Courses at a Glance The SSSTS training course is designed for first line mangers looking to continue or take on a supervisory role within the construction industry. The course takes place over two days and will teach health and safety skills needed to maintain a safe site. A thirty minute multiple choice examination will follow the training. Upon successful completion of the SSSTS training the candidate will be awarded with the CITB Site Supervisory Safety Training Certificate. Further Development Successful candidates can go on to complete the 5 day site managers safety training scheme SMSTS course designed for site managers and supervisors.
This course teaches you English as a foreign language. Starting from a few basic words, we then work though the structures of the language step by step, learning new grammar and vocabulary as we go. We pay close attention to pronunciation, and make use of the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) to help us with this. The course is taught by a British English native speaker. But, because English is an international language, we will listen to various accents throughout the course.