The new season of courses from the Isle of Wight Council Community and Family Learning Service programme are start soon, giving you the opportunity to meet people and learn new skills.
The courses are subsidised by the Isle of Wight Council and the Learning and Skills Council which means that the course fees are tiny, most equivalent to £4 per session (or £2 concessionary fee for those on means tested benefit).
The list of courses available is quite diverse so there should be something for everyone.
COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS
Come and learn how to use a computer in a small and supportive group. Progress from switching a computer on, to using the Internet, sending an e-mail and basic word processing.
Venue 1: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Monday 19 January for 6 sessions
End Date: Monday 23 February
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm or 1pm – 3pm
Tutor: Ken Knapman
Course fee: £24 (£12 concessions)
Venue 2: Ventnor Middle School
Start Date: Wednesday 28 January for 6 sessions
End Date: Wednesday 11 March (not 18 February)
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Tutor: Ken Knapman
Course fee: £24 (£12 concessions)
INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOSHOP
An 8 week course to explore the world of Photoshop in a series of structured activities. Develop skills in file management, basic tools, understanding of layers and text and simple manipulation of images. Edit and adjust your photographs or scanned images and produce simple montage, posters or Easter cards.
Basic computer skills are required.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Thursday 29 January for 8 sessions
End Date: Thursday 26 March (not 19tFebruary)
Time: 9.30am – 12pm
Tutor: Wendy Lacey
Course fee: £32 (£16 concessions)
PHOTOSHOP FOR IMPROVERS
Develop your Photoshop skills in a series of structured activities. Develop skills in file management, basic tools, understanding of layers and text and more complex manipulation of images. Produce a CD, Dvd or book cover for your favourite music or book or produce amazing Easter cards or posters.
Some previous experience of Photoshop is required.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Thursday 29 January for 8 sessions
End Date: Thursday 26 March (not 19 February)
Time: 12.30pm – 3pm
Tutor: Wendy Lacey
Course fee: £32 (£16 concessions)
INTRODUCTION TO STAINED GLASS
A beginners guide to the art of stained glass. Develop skills in foil work and basic lead work. Produce 2 items by the end of the course – a sun catcher (foil work) and a small panel (lead work).
All materials provided.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Wednesday 21 January for 8 sessions
End Date: Wednesday 25 March (not 4 and 11 February)
Time: 6pm – 8.30pm
Tutor: Ian York
Course fee: £32 (£16 concessions) Materials £8
ACTING WORKSHOPS
Acting workshop leading to a performance at an IOW Festival Competition. Work on your acting, speaking and movement skills in this friendly class. Take part in a one-act play performed at Ryde Theatre in March. Whether a beginner or more experienced – there is a part to suit you!
Venue: Trinity Church Hall, Trinity Road
Start Date: Monday 19 January for 10 sessions
End Date: Monday 23 March
Time: 10.00am – 1pm
Tutor: Heather Pimentel
Course Fee: £40 (£20 concessions)
Heather also runs Creative Dance classes through Interact : Phone 857354 for details.
COMMUNITY MOSAIC
Be involved in making a large mosaic to be positioned in central Ventnor. This will be made in sections and assembled at the end. Develop your mosaic skills as well as contributing to your community and seeing your work on display for years to come.
Priority given to those with previous experience of mosaic making.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Monday 26 January for 10 sessions
End Date: Monday 30 March
Time: 6pm – 8.30pm
Tutor: Helen Goodman
Course Fee: £40 (£20 concessions)
BEAUTIFUL BOWLS
An eco-friendly course to turn your junk mail into beautiful bowls. They can be purely decorative or an artistic statement! Develop papier-mache skills and decorative techniques, using a variety of art materials including paint, collage and gold leaf.
No experience necessary.
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Wednesday 28tJanuary for 6 sessions
End Date: Wednesday 4 March
Time: 10am – 1pm
Tutor: Milly Stevens
Course Fee: £24 (£12 concessions) Materials £6
CREATIVE CRAFTS (QUILTING) – AN NCFE LEVEL 2 ACCREDITED COURSE
The course is split into 3 units:
In Unit 1 you will learn some basic textile techniques e.g quilting, patchwork, fabric painting and batik.
In Unit 2 you will research and develop one or two of these techniques that interest you the most.
In Unit 3 you will design and produce a final exhibition piece.
The course will focus on quilts as decorative panels and help to develop your own creativity.
Venue: Ventnor Middle School
Start Date: Wednesday 28 January for 20 sessions
End Date: Wednesday 8 July (not 18 Feb, 8 and 15 April, 27 May)
Time: 6pm – 9pm
Tutor: Annik Cullinane
Course Fee: £80 (£40 concessions)
+ basic materials and accreditation £40 (can be paid in instalments)
JEWELLERY MAKING
A full day workshop to learn and develop skills as a silversmith. You can design and produce a silver pendant in the day. Develop fret work skills using a piercing saw as well as filing and finishing techniques.
Suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience.
Venue: Church View, Church Street
Dates: Saturday 14 February for 1 session
Time: 10am – 4pm
Tutor: Sophie Honeybourne
Course fee: £25 (£20 concessions) to include materials
CIEH LEVEL 2 IN FOOD SAFETY IN CATERING
All you need to know about Food Safety issues, including food handling, storage, cooking, cleaning, premises and equipment, safety hazards etc. This is a must if you are involved in catering or school fetes and island events. Come out with a Level 2 qualification and a certificate!
Venue: Ventnor Community Projects, 1, Albert Street
Start Date: Monday 2 March for 2 sessions
End Date: Monday 9 March
Time: 10am – 1pm (9.30am – 1pm on second session)
Tutor: Pure Training
Course Fee: £25 (£12.50 concessions) to include accreditation
Family Learning Courses
(Family Learning Workshops for adults/carers and their children working together)
FAMILY COOKERY
(In conjunction with The Community Chef of the Rural Community Council)
The Community Chef will help you improve your cooking skills and learn about healthier eating. The course is aimed at parents/carers and their children working together to prepare a range of simple recipes for you to take away and enjoy at home. There is a limit of 2 school-aged children per adult.
The course fee includes ingredients and containers.
Venue: Ventnor Middle School
Start Date: Wednesday 4 February for 4 sessions
End Date: Wednesday 4 March (not 18 February)
Time: 3.30pm – 5.30pm
Tutor: Paul Rogers, Community Chef
Course Fee: £16 per adult (£8 concessions)
For further information Contact:
Alison Knapman
Community and Family Learning Coordinator
Telephone 817288 Mobile 07976 009414
Email [email protected]
