Adult Short Course Guide - Spring/Summer 2021

Adult Short Courses Guide

2021 Spring Summer

Oaklands College www.oaklands.ac.uk

Contents Art & Design.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Digital Creativity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Computing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Cookery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Community ESOL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 DIY - Outdoors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Fashion.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Flowers.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 General.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Languages.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Sign Language.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Wellbeing & Personal Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Saturday College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 65+ Project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Oaklands - Working with the Community. . . . . . . . . . 23 Useful Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Adult Short Courses | Spring/Summer 2021

Adult Short Courses At Oaklands College we are big on community. Our Adult Short Courses are a great way we can serve the community as a place of learning for people of all ages, backgrounds and experience to develop, grow and reach their full potential, in a safe and supportive environment.

Whether you are learning for work, personal development or for pleasure, we offer a range of informal and welcoming short courses for adults who would like to up their skills, build confidence and meet new people.

Our course tutors are experts in their field and will deliver a course that will inform and educate at the level and skill you need.

How to apply The quickest and easiest way to apply at your convenience is online at:

This guide contains courses for the year ahead; but head to www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl for the very latest offering as new courses are released throughout the year.

Who can apply?

Our courses are open to anyone aged 19 years or older. Please note, depending on the level of the course, there may be entry requirements.

www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

Any questions?

If you have any questions or require any help, call our dedicated Community Learning team on:

Click Enrol Now on your chosen course to complete the application and pay any fees required.

or email acl@oaklands.ac.uk

01727 737154

HAFLS – A route to inclusive learning Hertfordshire Adult and Family Learning Service (HAFLS) provides learning opportunities to those who are in most of need of support to achieve formal and informal qualifications. Look out for the symbol on the following pages for which courses may be subsidised or free for those meeting certain criteria and providing evidence.

Please call us on 01727 737154 to find out more and discuss if you may be eligible.

Venue Code Key SAC St Albans Campus BW Borehamwood Campus

WGC Welwyn Garden City Campus FC Fleetville Community Centre

HCF Hertfordshire Community Foundation HCH Hatfield Community Hub

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

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Art & Design

Pottery Workshop (All Levels): Morning / Afternoon / Evening

Beginners and experienced students are welcome to join this workshop activity. Our experienced tutor will teach and provide support and guidance in producing items. Those that are new/ beginners we teach handbuilding methods such as pinch pots, coiling, slab building alongside using decorative techniques such as slips, underglazes and glazes for the first part of the course. We then teach throwing in small groups or one to one in the latter part of the course.

Please note we operate a rota system for those wanting to use the pottery wheels.

Morning Workshops Start Date

End Date

Day

Time

19/04/21

21/06/21

Mon

09:30 - 11:45

Weeks Venue 8

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

140

CL141C1P

Fee(£)

Code

140

CL073C1P

Fee(£)

Code

Afternoon Workshops Start Date

End Date

Day

Time

19/04/21

21/06/21

Mon

12:15 - 14:30

Day

Time

Weeks Venue 8

SAC

Evening Workshops Start Date 4/22/21

End Date

Weeks Venue

6/17/21 Thu 19:00-21:15 8 SAC 140 CL074C1E

The course fee includes a material charge to cover the cost of clay, glazing and firing up to a maximum weight of 1.5kg per piece. If this is exceeded then additional costs will apply.

Pottery Workshop (Experienced)

This is a workshop activity where experienced students work on their own projects with support and guidance from the tutor to produce high quality pottery. Please note we operate a rota system for those wanting to use the pottery wheels.

Start Date

End Date

Day

Time

19/04/21 20/04/21

21/06/21 15/06/21

Mon Tue

19:00 - 21:15 19:00 - 21:15

Weeks Venue 8 8

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

140 140

CL073C1E CL141C1E

The course fee includes a material charge to cover the cost of clay, glazing and firing up to a maximum weight of 1.5kg per piece. If this is exceeded then additional costs will apply.

Pottery – Try a New Craft

For those new to pottery - you will cover the basics in clay preparation and be introduced to throwing, slab building, coiling and the use of slips and glazing techniques.

Start Date

End Date

Day

13/01/2021 10/03/2021 Wed 21/04/2021 16/06/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:15 19:00 - 21:15

Weeks Venue 8 8

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

134 134

CL175B1E CL175C1E

The course fee includes a material charge to cover the cost of clay, glazing and firing up to a maximum weight of 1.5kg per piece. If this is exceeded then additional costs will apply.

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Adult Short Courses | Spring/Summer 2021

Saturday Pottery Workshop (All levels)

Experienced students and beginners are welcome to join. Those that are new/ beginners we teach handbuilding methods such as pinch pots, coiling, slab building alongside using decorative techniques such as slips, underglazes and glazes for the first part of the course. We then teach throwing in small groups or one to one in the latter part of the course. Please note we operate a rota system for those wanting to use the pottery wheels. This Saturday course is offered on alternative weeks (see Extra Info:). Learn and develop your pottery techniques in creating items with support, advice and guidance from the tutor in each 5 hour session.

Start Date

End Date

Day

Time

Weeks Venue

Fee(£)

Code

24/04/2021 19/06/2021 Sat 10:00 - 15:00 5 SAC 210 CL141F1P Workshops takes place on the following Saturdays: 24 Apr, 8 May, 22 May, 5 Jun & 19 Jun The fee includes a material charge to cover the cost of clay, glazing and firing up to a maximum weight of 1.5kg per piece. If this is exceeded then additional costs will apply.

Pottery – Make a Vase in a Day

This course is aimed at beginners. You will learn a variety of building and decorating techniques including slab construction, joining clay, surface decoration, use of slips and sgrafitto. Your vase will be glazed and fired for you and can be collected at a later date.

Start Date

End Date

17/04/2021 17/04/2021 12/06/2021 12/06/2021

Day

Time

Sat Sat

10:00 - 16:00 10:00 - 16:00

Weeks Venue 1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

56 56

CL242B1P CL242C1P

No previous experience is needed. Please bring a packed lunch and drink.

Printmaking – Try a new craft

This course is an introduction to the art of printmaking. You will gain an understanding of the practical aspects of the subject through the exploration of different printmaking techniques and learn something of the historical and contextual influences to improve your design skills.

Start Date

End Date

Day

26/01/2021 09/03/2021 Tue

Time

Weeks Venue

18:45- 21:00

6

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

88

CL082B1E

You need to provide: pencils, scissors, glue stick, ruler and optional sketchbook with ideas/drawings

Venue Code Key SAC St Albans Campus BW Borehamwood Campus

WGC Welwyn Garden City Campus FC Fleetville Community Centre

HCF Hertfordshire Community Foundation HCH Hatfield Community Hub

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

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Oaklands College Art & Design (continued)

Printmaking Workshop (Experienced)

A follow on course from TRY A NEW CRAFT. In these workshops you will learn how to combine printing techniques such as mono printing and lino to produce more complex compositions exploring colour, shape, texture and pattern. Sessions will introduce you to a range of contemporary print work. This research will inspire and inform the work produced and improve your own development and final outcomes.

Start Date

End Date

Day

13/04/2021 18/05/2021 Tue

Time 18:45- 21:00

Weeks Venue 6

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

88

CL083B1E

You need to provide: pencils, scissors, glue stick, ruler and optional sketchbook with ideas/drawings

Advanced Monoprint: 1 Day

Monoprints are one of the most direct forms of printmaking. The process is often described as liberating and fun with beautiful and often unexpected results. During this one day work shop you will learn how to create original, multi-layered mono prints using transfer drawing, masking and textured surfaces using the etching press. Suitable for beginners and those wishing to refresh their skills. Materials provided.

Start Date

End Date

17/04/2021 17/04/2021 12/06/2021 12/06/2021

Day

Time

Sat Sat

10:00 - 16:00 10:00 - 16:00

Weeks Venue 1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

56 56

CL239B1P CL239C1P

Please bring a packed lunch and drink.

Make a Charm (with Copper) in a Day

You will gain skills in using specialised tools, learn and apply techniques and processes to manipulate copper in making your own unique charm to take home. Materials included.

Start Date

End Date

12/06/2021 12/06/2021

Day

Time

Sat

10:00 - 16:00

Weeks Venue 1

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

56

CL161B1P

Please bring a packed lunch and drink.

Drawing & Painting for Improvers

This is a workshop activity for those who have previous art experience, the primary medium will be acrylic. You will gain a deeper understanding of the basic theories (i.e. line, tone, form etc) and are encouraged to explore your own interests in developing your work.

Start Date

End Date

Day

20/01/2021 17/03/2021 Wed 14/04/2021 09/06/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:00 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 8 8

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

109 109

CL065C1E CL065B1E

You need to provide (on the first session) any basic drawing / painting materials you have (pencils/paint/ paintbrushes), Sketch book (A3 or above). The tutor will discuss any further material required.

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Adult Short Courses | Spring/Summer 2021

Drawing & Painting - Try a new craft

Take those first steps to explore a passion/ interest and gain those fundamental skills in expressing yourself through drawing and painting.

Start Date

End Date

Day

26/01/2021 09/03/2021 Tue

Time

Weeks Venue

19:00 - 21:00

6

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

82

CL181B1E

You need to provide on the first session any basic drawing / painting materials you have (pencils/paint/paintbrushes), Sketch book (A3 or above). The tutor will discuss any further material required.

Next Steps in Drawing and Painting

This is a follow on course from Try a New Craft where you will continue to develop your skills in this medium.

Start Date

End Date

Day

20/04/2021 18/05/2021 Tue

Time

Weeks Venue

19:00 - 21:00

5

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

70

CL182A1E

You need to provide (on the first session )any basic drawing / painting materials you have (pencils/paint/paintbrushes), Sketch book (A3 or above). The tutor will discuss any further material required.

Interior Design for Beginners

Do you have a passion/ interest in interior design? This course is the perfect start and will provide basic knowledge of interior designing; it will enable you to experiment with lighting, fabrics, colour, texture, space planning and layout.

Start Date

End Date

Day

27/01/2021 10/03/2021 Wed 14/04/2021 19/05/2021 Wed

Time

Weeks Venue

19:30-21:30 19:30-21:30

6 6

SAC SAC

Fee(£) 88 88

Code CL066B1E CL066C1E

Organise Your Home & Simplify Your Life

Each week you will focus on a topic, this will include understanding clutter, delve into your clutter personality and identify the clutter triggers in your home. Learn simple and effective storage solutions for every room in your home and discover the secret steps in getting family members to tidy up after themselves and concluding with stunning ways to style your home and discover some of those designer secrets you can apply.

Start Date

End Date

Day

09/06/2021 23/06/2021 Wed

Time

Weeks Venue

19:30-21:30

3

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

46

CL067A1E

Venue Code Key SAC St Albans Campus BW Borehamwood Campus

WGC Welwyn Garden City Campus FC Fleetville Community Centre

HCF Hertfordshire Community Foundation HCH Hatfield Community Hub

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

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Oaklands College

Digital Creativity Digital Photography for Beginners

Get to grips with your digital camera, explore the controls and systems to take that perfect picture. Discover your creative aspirations in producing unique images.

Start Date

End Date

Day

20/01/2021 17/03/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 8

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

106

CL077B1E

Your camera needs to be either a Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) or a Mirrorless/ Bridge Camera.

Digital Photography for Improvers

A follow on course from beginners, you will continue to develop the use of manual controls, an in depth look at camera menus, Black & White photography, exploring and manipulating RAW images in Photoshop and workshops with studio flash in the studio. Learners will be set assignments to expand their photographic skills and develop their own unique style.

Start Date

End Date

Day

21/04/2021 19/05/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 5

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

70

CL078A1E

Your camera needs to be either a Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) or a Mirrorless/ Bridge Camera.

Photoshop for Beginners

Will focus on developing your creative multimedia skills that cater for both, personal and business use. Providing you with the range of basic tools which include blur, burn, smudge, sharpen, cut & paste and create gradients for editing, enhancing your images, text, logo rebranding and design layout. (more info on the website).

Start Date

End Date

Day

21/01/2021 18/03/2021 Thu

Time 19:00-21:00

Weeks Venue 8

SAC

Fee(£) 106

Code CL076B1E

You need to be proficient in using a computer and applications.

Photoshop for Improvers

NEW Following on from the beginners course, improvers will focus on further developing FOR your creative multimedia skills, providing you with the range of advanced selection 2021 tools such as pen tool, liquify, image selection, replace background, used for creating mixed-multimedia artwork, panoramic images, combining images, retouching, image restoration and knowledge of file sizes for different outcomes. By the end of the course, all technical skills taught throughout both courses will assist you in designing a final outcome, by producing your own website template in Photoshop format.

Start Date

End Date

Day

22/04/2021 27/05/2021 Thu

Time 19:00-21:00

Weeks Venue 6

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

82

CL076C1E

You need to be proficient in using a computer and applications and have completed a Photoshop for Beginners course previously.

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Adult Short Courses | Spring/Summer 2021

Computing Essential ICT Skills – Beginners Guide

This course has a broad focus which includes using Microsoft Word to create documents by applying different text styles and sizes as well as inserting images, saving and printing your work. Create and organise folders to store images and documents. Understand the fundamentals of Excel and take a tour around the internet and email.

Start Date

End Date

Day

28/01/2021 25/03/2021 Thu 22/04/2021 17/06/2021 Thu

Time 19:00 - 21:00 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 8 8

SAC WGC

Fee(£)

Code

70 70

CL201B1E CL201C1E

You will need to be able to use a mouse and be familiar with a keyboard.

Excel for Work (Intermediate)

This short course is focused on enhancing your existing skills in Excel and extending them to incorporate additional features commonly used in the workplace. This will include formulas – average, min, max and relative addressing, creating and amending charts, hiding worksheets, columns and rows, conditional formatting, functions, protecting workbook and invaluable tips and tricks.

Start Date

End Date

Day

13/01/2021 10/02/2021 Wed 21/04/2021 19/05/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:00 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 5 5

WGC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

55 55

CL147C1E CL147D1E

You need to have prior knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Excel.

Word for Work (Intermediate)

This short course is focused on enhancing your existing skills in Word and extending them to incorporate additional features commonly used in the workplace. This will include the mail merge process, creating labels, inserting images and shapes into documents, formatting documents, headers and footers and document security.

Start Date

End Date

Day

24/02/2021 24/03/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 5

WGC

Fee(£)

Code

55

CL146A1E

You need to have prior knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Word.

Introduction to Advanced Excel

Focused on understanding and applying advanced features including the introduction of Pivot Tables, Lookup Formulas (VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP). Amending and creating templates, absolute/ relative formulas, conditional formatting and linking.

Start Date

End Date

Day

09/06/2021 30/06/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 4

WGC

Fee(£)

Code

58

CL102B1E

This is a follow on course from Excel for Work where you need to be proficient in using this application.

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

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Oaklands College

Cookery Valentine’s at Home

NEW Surprise that someone special by serving up a Valentines culinary delight. Dishes will FOR over the four weeks include; pan seared scallops, apple and black pudding. Charred 2021 Asparagus, crispy hens’ egg, hollandaise, lemon and garlic. Week 2- Oven roasted white fish, celeriac gratin, samphire with a shellfish beurre blanc. Week 3 - Pan roasted fillet steak, creamed potatoes, braised shallots, mushroom & tarragon sauce and watercress and Week 4 Baked stem ginger cheesecake, apples, and honeycomb.

Start Date

End Date

Day

19/01/2021 09/02/2021 Tue

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 4

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

68

CL131A1E

The ingredients required are not included in the fee. Before the first lesson a list will be sent of ingredients/ equipment you will need to bring.

Korean Cooking

NEW Experience the rich flavours of Korean street food over four evenings. Delve into the FOR wonders of reproducing traditional dishes such as cabbage/cucumber kimchi, beef bulgogi, 2021 Korean pancake, bibimbap, Korean BBQ chicken wing , seafood noodle soup and stuffed pancake for pudding.

Start Date

End Date

Day

20/01/2021 10/02/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 4

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

68

CL051A1E

The ingredients required are not included in the fee. Before the first lesson a list will be sent of ingredients/ equipment you will need to bring.

Indian Cooking

Prepare a selection of authentic dishes from the region to take home.

Start Date

End Date

Day

23/02/2021 16/03/2021 Tue

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 4

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

68

CL216B1E

The ingredients required are not included in the fee. Before the first lesson a list will be sent of ingredients/ equipment you will need to bring.

Thai Vegan Cooking

Experience Thai for Vegans, this course will adapt traditional Thai dishes with alternative flavoursome ingredients, allowing you to develop your range of cuisine. Dishes will include pad Thai, Thai green curry, fish cakes and mango sticky rice pudding.

Start Date

End Date

Day

24/02/2021 17/03/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 4

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

68

CL056B1E

The ingredients required are not included in the fee. Before the first lesson a list will be sent of ingredients/ equipment you will need to bring.

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Adult Short Courses | Spring/Summer 2021

Traditional Thai Cooking

Learn to cook eight seasonal and authentic Thai dishes. These will include pan Thai (stir-fried noodles), green and massaman curry, fried rice, fish cakes, satay chicken, papaya salad and a banana in coconut milk pudding.

Start Date

End Date

Day

21/04/2021 12/05/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 4

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

68

CL049B1E

The ingredients required are not included in the fee. Before the first lesson a list will be sent of ingredients/ equipment you will need to bring.

Let’s do Pasta NEW For those who enjoy their pasta dishes this course will allow you to recreate the FOR following dishes: Homemade tagliatelle carbonara; Chicken, mushroom and truffle 2021 parpadelle with home made garlic flat breads; Rich beef and red wine ravioli with arabiatta sauce and parmesan and finally, spinach and goats cheese tortellini with roasted squash and sage butter sauce.

Start Date

End Date

Day

04/05/2021 25/05/2021 Tue

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 4

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

68

CL053A1E

The ingredients required are not included in the fee. Before the first lesson a list will be sent of ingredients/ equipment you will need to bring.

Central & Southern American Cooking Adventures

You will undertake selected recipes: these will include dishes from Brazil, Peru, Mexico and Jamaica. From Jamaican Jerk chicken to Brazilian Moqueca. Discover meat and fish dishes with a tropical twist.

Start Date

End Date

Day

08/06/2021 29/06/2021 Tue

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 4

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

68

CL054A1E

The ingredients required are not included in the fee. Before the first lesson a list will be sent of ingredients/ equipment you will need to bring.

Japanese Cooking

Learn to cook authentic Japanse dishes, these will include katsu curry and sushi. Each week you will prepare a main and a side/ sweet dish to take home to enjoy and replicate again and again.

Start Date

End Date

Day

09/06/2021 30/06/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 4

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

68

CL052B1E

The ingredients required are not included in the fee. Before the first lesson a list will be sent of ingredients/ equipment you will need to bring.

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

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Oaklands College

Community ESOL Further ESOL & Improving Communication Skills

These courses continue on from ESOL and Communication Skills but new starters are welcome. Students will work towards gaining qualifications in reading, writing, listening and speaking in English at Entry Levels. If you need further information and/or to book an assessment please contact 01727 737154 Start Date

End Date

Day

04/01/2021 21/06/2021 Mon 06/01/2021 16/06/2021 Wed 07/01/2021 17/06/2021 Thu 08/01/2021 18/06/2021 Fri

Time 09:30 - 11:30 09;30-11:30 09:30 - 11:30 09:30 - 11:30

Weeks Venue 20 20 20 20

HCF BWD FC HUB

Fee(£)

Code

80 80 80 80

CL023B1P CL023D1P CL023A1P CL023C1P

ESOL Literacy- Entry 2/Entry 3

This course are for those who have already attained unit awards in Entry 1 for reading and writing and want to continue to focus on improving their reading and writing skills to undertake the unit award in Entry 2/3.

Start Date

End Date

Day

04/01/2021 21/06/2021 Mon

Time 13:00-15:00

Weeks Venue 20

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

80

CL025D1P

ESOL Literacy- Pre Entry/ Entry1 (Part B)

This course are for those who have good spoken English but need to focus on improving their reading and writing skills to undertake the unit award in Entry 1 when ready.

Start Date

End Date

Day

07/01/2021 17/06/2021 Thu

Time 13:30-15:30

Weeks Venue 20

SAC

Fee(£) 80

Code CL025B1P

DIY - Outdoors Build a Brick Wall

Construct a basic wall using bricks while gaining skills and experience. You will learn how to mix mortar, cut bricks correctly and safely, identify queens closers and then put these skills into practice and build an English bond wall.

Start Date

End Date

Day

06/03/2021 06/03/2021 Sat 17/04/2021 17/04/2021 Sat

Time 10:00-16:00 10:00-16:00

Weeks Venue 1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£) 46 46

Code CL037A1P CL037B1P

Please bring with you, if possible, steel toe capped boots (we have some boots but this will depend on sizes), a packed lunch and drink.

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Adult Short Courses | Spring/Summer 2021 DIY - Outdoors (continued)

Lay a Patio

Construct a basic patio using slabs while gaining skills and experience. You will identify the elements that make a patio, learn the correct method of laying a patio and put this into action by constructing a basic patio using slabs.

Start Date

End Date

Day

12/06/2021 12/06/2021 Sat

Time

Weeks Venue

10:00-16:00

1

Fee(£)

Code

46

CL038A1P

SAC

Please bring with you, if possible, steel toe capped boots (we have some boots but this will depend on sizes), a packed lunch and drink.

Fashion

Basic Sewing Machine Skills in a Day

Are you a complete beginner looking to make sense of how to use a sewing machine or are you looking to refresh your skills and wanting to have guidance on aspects of the sewing machine.

On this course you will learn all you need to know about using and making the most of a sewing machine. During this workshop you will make a variety of samples to refer to and create a handy draw string bag to consolidate your newly learnt skills.

Start Date

End Date

Day

06/02/2021 06/02/2021 Sat 08/05/2021 08/05/2021 Sat

Time

Weeks Venue

10:00 - 16:00 10:00 - 16:00

1 1

Fee(£)

Code

49 49

CL103B1E CL103C1E

SAC SAC

A sewing kit (includes Fabric scissors, Paper scissors, Tape measure, Unpicker, Pins, Sewing needles and 1 x good quality sewing thread in neutral colour (Gutermann, Coats, Sylko etc.) and an 8” Standard zipper in neutral colour.

Dressmaking: Create a Pattern & Make a Circle Skirt in a Day

A follow on course from Basic Sewing Machine Skills in a Day where you will make a simple circle skirt with a zip. Learn to take body measurements and cut a pattern to size. This course is aimed at enhancing learners with basic and intermediate skills. You will also develop pattern cutting and construction techniques, the end result will be a skirt from your measurements. You will need to bring a sewing kit, note book & pen and a commercial pattern, details of which will be sent prior to the course starting.

Start Date

End Date

Day

06/03/2021 06/03/2021 Sat 12/06/2021 12/06/2021 Sat

Time

Weeks Venue

10:00 - 16:00 10:00 - 16:00

1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

49 49

CL080B1E CL080C1E

You will need to bring a sewing kit, note book & pen and a commercial pattern, details of which will be sent prior to the course starting.

Venue Code Key SAC St Albans Campus BW Borehamwood Campus

WGC Welwyn Garden City Campus FC Fleetville Community Centre

HCF Hertfordshire Community Foundation HCH Hatfield Community Hub

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

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Flowers NEW FOR 2021

Introduction to Modern Floristry

For beginners, each week we will focus on a different aspect of modern floristry such as a small oasis arrangement, a staggered arrangement inside a vase, hand tied design, massed flowers in a vase, cake topper and buttonhole and a tropical design.

Start Date

End Date

Day

26/01/2021 09/03/2021 Tue

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 6

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

178

CL032B1E

All flowers/ sundries are included in the fee.

NEW FOR 2021

Wedding Flower Arrangements

New course for 2021, details will be on our website www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

Start Date

End Date

Day

20/04/2021 25/05/2021 Tue

Time 19:00-21:00

Weeks Venue 6

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

178

CL035A1E

All flowers/ sundries are included in the fee.

NEW FOR 2021

Flower Day - Career in Floristry

New course for 2021, This unique workshop will include lots of tips about setting up your own business, costing flowers for arrangements, shopping wholesale and more, plus two flower arrangements. Full details will be on our website www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

Start Date

End Date

Day

12/06/2021 12/06/2021 Sat

Time 10:00-16:00

Weeks Venue 1

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

89

CL034A1P

All flowers/ sundries are included in the fee.

General

Creative Writing for Beginners

Gathering and exploring ideas for stories. Overview of structure including the six main areas of fiction (characters, dialogue, plot, conflict, background and emotion). Writing a synopsis and short story.

Start Date

End Date

Day

21/01/2021 18/03/2021 Thu

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 8

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

106

CL069B1E

You will need a note pad and pen.

Creative Writing for Improvers

A follow on course from beginners where you will continue to develop skills in creating stories.

You will focus on writing a beginning, middle and end, blogging, writing query letters and entering competitions. Advice on approaching a publisher/ self publishing.

Start Date

End Date

Day

22/04/2021 20/05/2021 Thu

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 5

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

70

CL061B1E

You will need a note pad and pen.

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Adult Short Courses | Spring/Summer 2021

Languages. Beginners to Higher Levels Take your first steps in learning a new language with these courses, where you will start to use the target language from the first lesson. Learn how to introduce yourself, greet people appropriately, order drinks and snacks and more.

German Beginners Start Date

End Date

Day

11/01/2021 22/03/2021 Mon

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 10

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

130

CL016A1E

Fee(£)

Code

130

CL012A1E

Fee(£)

Code

130

CL001D1E

Fee(£)

Code

130

CL007A1E

Italian Beginners Start Date

End Date

Day

11/01/2021 22/03/2021 Mon

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 10

SAC

Spanish Beginners Start Date

End Date

Day

12/01/2021 23/03/2021 Tue

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 10

SAC

French Beginners Start Date

End Date

Day

13/01/2021 24/03/2021 Wed

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 10

SAC

Holiday Spanish

Take your first steps in learning Spanish, where you will start to use the target language from the first lesson. During the course you will be able to introduce yourself - name, nationality. Greet people appropriately. Order drinks and snacks. Shopping for simple items at the market. Understand numbers 0-100 and express the time and days of the week. Ask for and understand simple directions. Book a room in a hotel and use public transport.

Start Date

End Date

Day

15/04/2021 10/06/2021 Thu

Time 19:00-21:00

Weeks Venue 8

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

106

CL006A1E

Spanish Improvers Follow on course from Beginners (20 hrs studied) where the focus remains on speaking and listening skills, topics include getting around, making enquiries and booking accommodation, eating out, travelling, basic telephoning and more...

Start Date

End Date

Day

12/01/2021 23/03/2021 Tue 20/04/2021 29/06/2021 Tue

Time 19:00 - 21:00 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 10 10

SAC SAC

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

Fee(£)

Code

130 130

CL004A1E CL004D1E

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German Improvers Start Date

End Date

Day

12/04/2021 28/06/2021 Mon

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 10

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

130

CL017A1E

Fee(£)

Code

130

CL012B1E

Italian Improvers Start Date

End Date

Day

12/04/2021 28/06/2021 Mon

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 10

SAC

Spanish Improvers Continuation

Follow on course from Beginners/ Improvers (40 hrs studied) where the focus remains on developing your speaking and listening skills by revisiting topics to increase your vocabulary range.

Topics include getting around, making enquiries and booking accommodation, eating out, travelling, basic telephoning and more.

Start Date

End Date

Day

20/04/2021 15/06/2021 Tue

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 10

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

130

CL005A1E

Prep for Intermediate Spanish (Part B)

A follow on course from part A which is designed for those who have studied 70-80 hours of a formal programme, or have studied the language in the not too distant past. If you would like some advice on whether this is the course for you, please call 01727 737154 Start Date

End Date

Day

14/01/2021 25/03/2021 Thu

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 10

WGC

Fee(£)

Code

130

CL130B1E

Prep for Intermediate Spanish (Part C)

A follow on course from part B which is designed for those who have studied 80-90 hours of a formal programme, or have studied the language in the not too distant past. If you would like some advice on whether this is the course for you, please call 01727 737154 Start Date

End Date

Day

22/04/2021 17/06/2021 Thu

Time 19:00-21:00

Weeks Venue 8

WGC

Fee(£)

Code

106

CL130C1E

Intermediate Spanish (Part B)

A follow on course from part A which is designed for those who have studied 110-120 hours of a formal programme, or have studied the language in the not too distant past. If you would like some advice on whether this is the course for you, please call 01727 737154 Start Date

End Date

Day

11/01/2021 22/03/2021 Mon

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 10

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

WGC

Fee(£)

Code

130

CL002B1E

www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Intermediate Spanish (Part C)

A follow on course from part B which is designed for those who have studied 120-130 hours of a formal programme, or have studied the language in the not too distant past. If you would like some advice on whether this is the course for you, please call 01727 737154 Start Date

End Date

Day

19/04/2021 21/06/2021 Mon

Time 19:00-21:00

Weeks Venue 8

WGC

Fee(£)

Code

106

CL002C1E

Advanced Spanish - Conversational (Part B) - Day

A follow on course from Advanced Spanish (Part A) which is designed for those who have studied 300+ hours of a formal programme. You will continue to build on improving your grammar, conversational and pronunciation skills by immersing yourself in the cultural aspects of Spain and Latin American countries, which will be included in the conversation topics. You need to have an advanced level of Spanish and be able to communicate effectively.

Start Date

End Date

Day

15/01/2021 26/03/2021 Fri

Time 12:45-14:45

Weeks Venue 10

Fee(£)

SAC

130

Weeks Venue

Fee(£)

Code CL173B1P

Advanced Spanish - Conversational (Part C) - Day Start Date

End Date

Day

16/04/2021 11/06/2021 Fri

Time 12:45-14:45

8

SAC

106

Code CL173C1P

Sign Language

Introduction to British Sign Language This 10 week non qualification course offers beginners an introduction to British Sign Language.

It will provide you with the opportunity to learn a range of vocabulary, finger spelling, together with an understanding of the differences between spoken and visual languages. The topics include the alphabet, colours, numbers, family members and more.

Start Date

End Date

Day

12/01/2021 23/03/2021 Tue

Time 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 10

SAC

Fee(£) 90

Code CL021A1E

Getting Started with British Sign Language (1 Day) This 1 day course is a basic introduction to British Sign Language. Some basic vocabulary, fingerspelling and an insight into the grammar of BSL will be covered.

Start Date

End Date

12/06/2021 12/06/2021

Day

Time

Sat

10:00 - 16:00

Weeks Venue 1

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

40

CL111B1P

You will need to bring a packed lunch and drink.

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

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Wellbeing & Personal Development Mindfulness for Daily Living

Learn how to bring the mind to rest by understanding the basics of mindful living, learn and practice easy meditation techniques and reap the benefits of physical, emotional and mental health that mindfulness can provide.

Start Date

End Date

Day

25/01/2021 08/03/2021 Mon 10/05/2021 21/06/2021 Mon

Time 19:30 - 21:00 19:30-21:00

Weeks Venue 6 6

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

68 68

CL092B1E CL092C1E

Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Students will gain an understanding and learn basic CBT techniques which can help to change unhelpful ideas/beliefs/attitudes which can create unhappiness and stress. Learn to use CBT tools to overcome common emotional problems and strategies to maximise self-help in order to maintain positive, healthy changes in your attitudes towards yourself and towards life in general.

Start Date

End Date

Day

21/01/2021 04/03/2021 Thu 06/05/2021 17/06/2021 Thu

Time 19:00 - 21:00 19:00 - 21:00

Weeks Venue 6 6

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

88 88

CL222B1E CL222C1E

Build Your Confidence in English

Do you feel that your English skills need improving, do you struggle with everyday grammar, punctuation and spellings? The content of the course will be tailored to meet the needs of the students with the aim of improving their confidence and applying their improved skills.

Please note that this course is for those who have English as a first language. For a chat please contact 01727 737154 Start Date

End Date

Day

13/04/2021 22/06/2021 Tue

Time 12:45 - 14:45

Weeks Venue 10

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

FREE

CL028B1P

You will be invited in to complete a short assessment to ascertain your current level.

Mindfulness Mini Retreat Day

A wonderful opportunity to refresh and deepen your personal practice of mindfulness in a silent group. The day will focus on sitting meditation (breath, body, sounds, thoughts...), gentle mindful movement, full body scan, mountain meditation, silent sitting and walking practice. Full guidance and support by the retreat facilitator.

Start Date

End Date

17/04/2021 17/04/2021 12/06/2021 12/06/2021

Day

Time

Sat Sat

11:00 - 15:00 11:00 - 15:00

Weeks Venue 1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

34 34

CL247B1P CL247C1P

This course is aimed at those who have completed a previous Mindfulness course.

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Adult Short Courses | Spring/Summer 2021

Find Your Voice: Speaking to an Audience

An energetic workshop that will give you the confidence and practical skills when speaking in front of people. Whether you have to present information at work, speak in front of an auditorium of people or are planning on giving a speech at a wedding, this workshop will provide you with practical skills to confidently talk at each of these events. You’ll be taken through the simple steps to a successful speech and then shown how to present with confidence, skill and professionalism.

Start Date

End Date

Day

17/04/2021 17/04/2021 Sat 12/06/2021 12/06/2021 Sat

Time

Weeks Venue

12:00-16:00 12:00-16:00

1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£) 36 36

Code CL238A1P CL238B1P

Embracing Uncertainty (Online)

NEW This online course will be delivered over 5 consecutive weeks. Given world news FOR coverage, current home-life challenges and every-day uncertainty at the moment it 2021 is difficult not to worry about what it all means for yourself, and for those you love.

Stress, worry and anxiety are common problems at the best of times, and when it takes over it can be all-encompassing.

During this course we will together explore the basics of CBT and Mindfulness. Through engaged experience you will be encouraged to try tasks that embody ‘embracing uncertainty’ while being supported online by your tutor. There will be a combination of practical CBT and Mindfulness exercises that you can use to manage worry and maintain well-being. There will also be video presentations and a reading list which can be conducted at your own pace.

By the end of this course, you will know about the potential benefits of mindful awareness and how it can support you in coping with stress, worry or anxiety. Gained basic CBT skills, focusing on pleasure, connection and achievement as ways towards well being in these challenging times.

Start Date

End Date

Day

Time

Weeks Venue

Fee(£)

Jan/Feb Mar TBC 19:00-21:00 5 Online 20 Apr/May May/Jun TBC 19:00-21:00 5 Online 20

Code TBC TBC

You will need to have internet access and use of a tablet/laptop/PC with video and microphone capability. The course will be delivered using an online platform (instructions will be forwarded). Students will be expected to complete course paperwork and reflect on your learning experience.

Venue Code Key SAC St Albans Campus BW Borehamwood Campus

WGC Welwyn Garden City Campus FC Fleetville Community Centre

HCF Hertfordshire Community Foundation HCH Hatfield Community Hub

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

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Saturday College Saturday Pottery Workshop (All levels)

Experienced students and beginners are welcome to join. This Saturday course is offered on alternative weeks (see Extra Info:). Learn and develop your pottery techniques in creating items with support, advice and guidance from the tutor in each 5 hour session.

Start Date

End Date

Day

Time

Weeks Venue

Fee(£)

Code

24/04/2021 19/06/2021 Sat 10:00 - 15:00 5 SAC 210 CL141F1P Workshops takes place on the following Saturdays: 24 Apr, 8 May, 22 May, 5 Jun & 19 Jun The fee includes a material charge to cover the cost of clay, glazing and firing up to a maximum weight of 1.5kg per piece. If this is exceeded then additional costs will apply.

Pottery – Make a Vase in a Day

This course is aimed at beginners. You will learn a variety of building and decorating techniques including slab construction, joining clay, surface decoration, use of slips and sgrafitto. Your vase will be glazed and fired for you and can be collected at a later date.

Start Date

End Date

17/04/2021 17/04/2021 12/06/2021 12/06/2021

Day

Time

Sat Sat

10:00 - 16:00 10:00 - 16:00

Weeks Venue 1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

56 56

CL242B1P CL242C1P

No previous experience is needed. Please bring a packed lunch and drink.

Build a Brick Wall

Construct a basic wall using bricks while gaining skills and experience. You will learn how to mix mortar, cut bricks correctly and safely, identify queens closers and then put these skills into practice and build an English bond wall.

Start Date

End Date

Day

06/03/2021 06/03/2021 Sat 17/04/2021 17/04/2021 Sat

Time 10:00-16:00 10:00-16:00

Weeks Venue 1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£) 46 46

Code CL037A1P CL037B1P

Please bring with you, if possible, steel toe capped boots (we have some boots but this will depend on sizes), a packed lunch and drink.

Lay a Patio

Construct a basic patio using slabs while gaining skills and experience. You will identify the elements that make a patio, learn the correct method of laying a patio and put this into action by constructing a basic patio using slabs.

Start Date

End Date

Day

12/06/2021 12/06/2021 Sat

Time 10:00-16:00

Weeks Venue 1

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

46

CL038A1P

Please bring with you, if possible, steel toe capped boots (we have some boots but this will depend on sizes), a packed lunch and drink.

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Adult Short Courses | Spring/Summer 2021

Basic Sewing Machine Skills in a Day

Are you a complete beginner looking to make sense of how to use a sewing machine or are you looking to refresh your skills and wanting to have guidance on aspects of the sewing machine.

On this course you will learn all you need to know about using and making the most of a sewing machine. During this workshop you will make a variety of samples to refer to and create a handy draw string bag to consolidate your newly learnt skills.

Start Date

End Date

Day

06/02/2021 06/02/2021 Sat 08/05/2021 08/05/2021 Sat

Time

Weeks Venue

10:00 - 16:00 10:00 - 16:00

1 1

Fee(£)

Code

49 49

CL103B1E CL103C1E

SAC SAC

A sewing kit (includes Fabric scissors, Paper scissors, Tape measure, Unpicker, Pins, Sewing needles and 1 x good quality sewing thread in neutral colour (Gutermann, Coats, Sylko etc.) and an 8” Standard zipper in neutral colour.

Dressmaking: Create a Pattern & Make a Circle Skirt in a Day

A follow on course from Basic Sewing Machine Skills in a Day where you will make a simple circle skirt with a zip. Learn to take body measurements and cut a pattern to size. This course is aimed at enhancing learners with basic and intermediate skills. You will also develop pattern cutting and construction techniques, the end result will be a skirt from your measurements.

Start Date

End Date

Day

06/03/2021 06/03/2021 Sat 12/06/2021 12/06/2021 Sat

Time

Weeks Venue

10:00 - 16:00 10:00 - 16:00

1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

49 49

CL080B1E CL080C1E

You will need to bring a sewing kit, note book & pen and a commercial pattern, details of which will be sent prior to the course starting.

Advanced Monoprint: 1 Day

Monoprints are one of the most direct forms of printmaking. The process is often described as liberating and fun with beautiful and often unexpected results. During this one day work shop you will learn how to create original, multi-layered mono prints using transfer drawing, masking and textured surfaces using the etching press. Suitable for beginners and those wishing to refresh their skills. Materials provided.

Start Date

End Date

17/04/2021 17/04/2021 12/06/2021 12/06/2021

Day

Time

Sat Sat

10:00 - 16:00 10:00 - 16:00

Weeks Venue 1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

56 56

CL239B1P CL239C1P

Please bring a packed lunch and drink.

Venue Code Key SAC St Albans Campus BW Borehamwood Campus

WGC Welwyn Garden City Campus FC Fleetville Community Centre

HCF Hertfordshire Community Foundation HCH Hatfield Community Hub

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

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Make a Charm (with Copper) in a Day You will gain skills in using specialised tools, learn and apply techniques and processes to manipulate copper in making your own unique charm to take home. Materials provided.

Start Date

End Date

12/06/2021 12/06/2021

Day

Time

Sat

10:00 - 16:00

Weeks Venue 1

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

56

CL161B1P

Please bring a packed lunch and drink.

Mindfulness Mini Retreat Day

A wonderful opportunity to refresh and deepen your personal practice of mindfulness in a silent group. The day will focus on sitting meditation (breath, body, sounds, thoughts...), gentle mindful movement, full body scan, mountain meditation, silent sitting and walking practice. Full guidance and support by the retreat facilitator.

Start Date

End Date

17/04/2021 17/04/2021 12/06/2021 12/06/2021

Day

Time

Sat Sat

11:00 - 15:00 11:00 - 15:00

Weeks Venue 1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£)

Code

34 34

CL247B1P CL247C1P

This course is aimed at those who have completed a previous Mindfulness course.

Find Your Voice: Speaking to an Audience

An energetic workshop that will give you the confidence and practical skills when speaking in front of people. Whether you have to present information at work, speak in front of an auditorium of people or are planning on giving a speech at a wedding, this workshop will provide you with practical skills to confidently talk at each of these events. You’ll be taken through the simple steps to a successful speech and then shown how to present with confidence, skill and professionalism.

Start Date

End Date

Day

17/04/2021 17/04/2021 Sat 12/06/2021 12/06/2021 Sat

Time 12:00-16:00 12:00-16:00

Weeks Venue 1 1

SAC SAC

Fee(£) 36 36

Code CL238A1P CL238B1P

This course is aimed at those who have completed a previous Mindfulness course.

Getting Started with British Sign Language (1 Day)

This 1 day course is a basic introduction to British Sign Language. Some basic vocabulary, fingerspelling and an insight into the grammar of BSL will be covered.

Start Date

End Date

12/06/2021 12/06/2021

Day

Time

Sat

10:00 - 16:00

Weeks Venue 1

SAC

Fee(£)

Code

40

CL111B1P

You will need to bring a packed lunch and drink.

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Adult Short Courses | Spring/Summer 2021

Short courses for adults aged 65 and over

To register your interest please call us on 01727 737154 or email us at acl@oaklands.ac.uk

All

If the session is full, we will add you to our waiting list. Prior to the start of the course further information will be sent.

Course Prerequisites - A basic level of English & Maths is required.

These courses are subsidised by Hertfordshire Adult & Family Learning Service to provide learning opportunities in the county. A condition of this funding is that all students are required to reflect on their learning and record this information on a few forms. Thank you for your cooperation.

courses

ONLY

ÂŁ10 Unless otherwise stated

The courses below are for the Spring and Summer terms. Please contact us for further details or visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl Internet and Staying Safe Online Did you know that cyber-crime is the fastest growing crime type in the world and also that the majority of these types of crime can also be prevented by adopting basic cyber security measures?

This course will cover improving your mouse and keyboard skills; accessing secure websites and understanding what makes them secure; navigating shopping sites e.g.

Amazon, eBay, food stores for delivery/click & collect, ordering tickets for the theatre, trains etc; how to create a secure password; staying safe on line – junk email/phishing emails and clearing history, cache, favourites and more...

This six-week course will be delivered in St Albans and Welwyn Garden City/Hatfield.

Each lesson is 2 hours duration.

Memoir Writing Our memories are the most precious thing we have. This course will help you to capture yours in writing, both for yourself and your family.

It will provide you expert training from a professional writer. Learn how to plan your memoirs and start the process of putting your life into words.

This six-week course is delivered in Welwyn Garden City/Hatfield. Each lesson is 2 hours duration.

More courses and 65+ Project venue information overleaf...

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

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Short courses for adults aged 65 and over

Venues

Getting Started with your Smartphone Have you got a smartphone that you want to learn more about, do you only use a few functions but are eager to utilise this resource more, then help is at hand. Get more out of your phone by joining these practical sessions. You will explore your device options by delving into settings. Search, download, group and delete ‘apps’, phone storage and implications, understand common terminology, how you can customise your phones to meet your needs and more...

Our 65+ courses are held at various venues in St Albans, Hatfield and Borehamwood depending on local demand.

Campus Venues St Albans Campus Hatfield Road, St Albans AL4 0JA Welwyn Garden City Campus The Campus, Welwyn Garden City AL8 6AH

This four-week course is delivered in Welwyn Garden City/Hatfield and Borehamwood.

Each lesson is 2 hours duration.

Oaklands Borehamwood Todd Close, 163 Elstree Way, Borehamwood WD6 1JY

Mindfulness for Daily Living

Community Venues

Learn how to bring the mind to rest by understanding the basics of mindful living; learn and practise meditation techniques and reap the benefits of the physical, emotional and mental good health that mindfulness can provide.

Fleetville Community Centre Royal Road, St Albans AL1 4LQ

This six-week course is delivered in St Albans and Welwyn Garden City/Hatfield. Each lesson is 2 hours duration.

Herts Community Foundation Foundation House, 2-4 Fiddlebridge Lane Hatfield AL10 0RN

Hatfield Community Hub White Lion House, Town Centre, Hatfield AL10 0JL

To register your interest for the 65+ courses, please email: acl@oaklands.ac.uk or call 01727 Contact Info

Call ACL Office: 01727 737154

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737154

email: acl@oaklands.ac.uk

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

www.oaklands.ac.uk

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Adult Short Courses | Spring/Summer 2021

working with the Community

In addition to offering courses at our main campuses, the Adult and Community Learning Team are working with local partners: Job Centre Plus, Communities 1st, local Schools/Academies, Family Centres, Briars Pavillion, Careers in Hertfordshire and other community organisations, in delivering an array of short courses in St Albans, Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield, Borehamwood. This approach has been successful in providing opportunities for the local community to access learning opportunities.

We will be offering the following:

Employability Skills (for those unemployed or returning to work) Beginners Excel Beginners Word Application/CV and Online Interview Preparation

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Build Your Resilience & Confidence (10hrs) Mindfulness and Daily Living To express your interest please email acl@oaklands.ac.uk or phone

01727 737154

To apply online visit www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl

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Useful Information Course Information:

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Detailed information about courses can be found at:

Every effort is made to ensure the information shown is correct at the time of going to print.

Oaklands College reserves the right to amend or cancel courses where necessary.

www.oaklands.ac.uk/acl Cancellations

By us: The college reserves the right to cancel or make changes to courses. On the rare occasion that a course does not attract enough interest, it will unfortunately not go ahead. We will inform you as soon as possible if this is the case and arrange a full refund.

By you: If you wish to cancel your enrolment, you will need to inform the Adult and Community Learning Team at least 7 days before the course start date. At this stage, if applicable, possible alternative options or a refund can be discussed.

College venues:

Oaklands College St Albans Campus Hatfield Road St Albans AL4 0JA

Oaklands College Welwyn Garden City Campus The Campus Welwyn Garden City AL8 6AH

Community venues: Fleetville Community Centre Royal Road, St Albans AL1 4LQ

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Contact Centre: 01727 737000

Hatfield Community Hub White Lion House, Town Centre, Hatfield AL10 0JL

acl@oaklands.ac.uk

Herts Community Foundation Foundation House 2-4 Fiddlebridge Lane Hatfield AL10 0RN

www.oaklands.ac.uk

Oaklands College Oaklands Borehamwood Todd Close, 163 Elstree Way Borehamwood WD6 1JY

www.oaklands.ac.uk

01727 737000 St Albans Campus Hatfield Road St Albans Hertfordshire AL4 0JA

info@oaklands.ac.uk Welwyn Garden City Campus The Campus Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 6AH

Oaklands Borehamwood 163 Elstree Way Borehamwood Hertfordshire WD6 1JY