Worcestershire County Council

Adult Learning Courses

Course SubjectDescription
 Ladies Hair Cutting WorkshopWith interactive demonstrations and practical learning, this cutting workshop provides a foundation to those who need to refresh their skills or have completed a hairdressing qualification and want to boost their confidence.
 Wellbeing for CounsellingIndividuals will learn:
The difference between 'beliefs' and 'values'
How to deal with Stress
How to build your self esteem
Understand the different types of relationships we have
How we make decisions (whether they turn out for the best or not)
2 hours of Standing StillAn Introduction to Standing Post Qigong. Like Tai Chi but you do it standing still!
Acoustic Guitar for BeginnersA guitar course designed to build a solid foundation for anyone looking to take up the guitar. The course will cover such basics as tuning, open chord positions and scales, note names, strumming patterns and rhythms. All learning materials will be provided and available for you to take home for you to practice at your own pace
Advanced Sewing SkillsThis course is for learners with some prior knowledge of sewing and garment making to build upon these skills. Learners will expand upon their knowledge, skills and understanding of measuring and cutting fabric and using tools and equipment for garment making whilst also considering personal development skills which might enable them to turn their sewing hobby into a business in the future.  
An Introduction to British Sign LanguageWould you like to learn how to communicate using British Sign Language and become more Deaf Aware? This course is for beginners who will be taught how to sign the alphabet, about basic greetings and some useful communication tactics. By the end of the course you'll be able to sign simple conversations with other members of the group about on a variety of everyday topics.  
An Introduction to CounsellingThis course will explore counselling skills and how to put these skills into practice, this is an introductory course for anyone considering this career path. 
An Introduction to Digital PhotographyAre you a beginner hoping to master the art and craft of great digital photography using your own digital camera or smartphone? On this course you'll learn about the basic features of digital cameras and learn how each plays a role in creating great photographs.
An Introduction to Drawing and PaintingWould you like the opportunity to try out a range of different drawing and painting techniques? Have you experimented with different media such as pencils, charcoal, watercolour paints, pastels and collage? On this course you'll have the chance to explore different subjects such as still life, portraiture, working from photographs, and abstract design. .
An Introduction to PhilosophyHave you ever wondered what philosophers actually talk about? Would you like to find out about the theories of Plato, Aristotle or Descartes? Do the big questions of life fascinate you? What does it mean to be free? What is knowledge? Is there right or wrong? If these things interest you then come along to our friendly, informal discussion based workshops to meet like minded people and mull over these and other key philosophical concepts.  
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