Adult learning and skills service

April-July 2013

Your Summer guide to 100s of par t time day and evening classes
Learn something new, gain a qualification and improve your career opportunities

www.hfals.co.uk

If you are thinking about signing up for a course you are in the right place. Our brochure is packed with a huge range of classes and courses which can help you to develop new skills; nd employment; further your career; gain a qualication; share an interest or attend solely for personal pleasure and enjoyment. The choice is yours... and we are happy to help you nd the right course and get the most from it. Our courses are taught by skilled staff who have a well-deserved reputation for their enthusiasm and experience, and the many thousands of adults attending our courses attest to our success in providing learning opportunities at a competitive price and to a high standard. We welcome feedback from students and have updated our offer in response to new course requests such as social media for business and bicycle maintenance. We look forward to providing a welcoming and friendly service to both new and returning learners. Kim Dero Head of economic development, adult learning and skills service PS. We publish additional information and updates throughout the year on our website www.hfals.co.uk

Course information sheets can be found at www.hfals.co.uk

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About us A taste of this terms courses How to enrol Term dates Advice and guidance Art, craft and design 4 5 6 6 7 8

Business studies and computing 13 Food studies Humanities Health and tness Foreign languages English as a foreign language Interpreting Performing arts Teaching and mentoring Motor vehicle and metal work Bicycle maintenance Where to nd us 16 17 18 19 21 21 23 23 24 25 26

Enrol early and secure your place!

Call 0845 839 7912 Email alssinfo@lbhf.gov.uk
Course information sheets can be found at www.hfals.co.uk

Amendments to printed information Please note: We reserve the right to amend, close or merge classes. Fees are subject to change.
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We are an LSIS Beacon approved centre for learning, so you can be assured you are receiving first-class teaching in the best environment. Beacon status is awarded for outstanding delivery of further education and we are proud to be recognised for our work. Fully equipped teaching facilities in a great location
Most courses are in the Macbeth Centre, a lively and friendly hub in central Hammersmith. The Macbeth Centre houses our studios, workshops and teaching rooms, all equipped with everything you will need. An on-site caf with fresh, home-cooked food offers opportunity for some quality time-out.

Choose from a diverse mix of part time courses

We offer over 600 part time courses during the day, or at evenings and weekends. Whether you are looking to nurture your creative side, learn business skills or languages, we will have a course for you, at a time that suits you.

Get ahead with support from our team of experienced teachers

We foster a culture of great learning, encouraging you to explore and develop new skills and your confidence. We trust and respect our teachers to share their knowledge in their own style with you.

More than just learning make friends and enjoy the atmosphere
Were not like other colleges. We take pride in our friendly atmosphere and our adult environment. Bringing together a range of age-groups and ethnicities, the people you meet on your course will be there to support and encourage you.

Course information sheets can be found at www.hfals.co.uk

We have 100s of courses to choose from and different levels to suit your experience. Here is a taste of whats on offer this term. Starting a business
From nugget to gold bar, we can give you the knowledge and skills to transform your idea into a fully fledged business. Our intuitive business enterprise courses allow you to pick and choose only the modules you want to study. Taught by business and finance professionals in a class of no more than 15, we foster a sharing and supportive environment to give you the confidence to succeed.

Woodwork

Cooking and baking

Languages

With talented tutors such as Shaun Turner, who currently works as a furniture conservator for the Royal Collection, there is no better place to learn quality, traditional woodwork skills. Housed in our own outstanding workshop, we will provide all the equipment to make your woodwork aspirations become a reality.

Fine patisserie has come to London. Exceptional industry professional, Kevin White, teaches all the skills you need to impress at a dinner party. Savoury lovers our specialist chef, Poppy Dey reveals the secrets of Indian cookery and the medicinal properties of the spices in her fascinating classes.

Fluency, listening and speaking are the skills which you need to get by on holiday or in business. Taught by native speakers, our courses focus on what you need to know. Beginners can learn the essentials in a language of their choice. For the more advanced learner we have expert classes, recognised qualifications and one hour lunchtime conversation sessions.

Course information sheets can be found at www.hfals.co.uk

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Book-keeping Level 1
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Learn manual book-keeping and gain a qualication. Free book provided.

160 73 413 Tue 18:00-21:00 11 MAC 16/04/13 BS3200

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How to enrol
Enrol by telephone
Call 0845 839 7912 quoting the class code with your details. Lines are open Monday to Friday, 9.30-4.30pm. We are now able to enrol concessionary fee payers over the phone.

You cannot enrol by telephone for courses requiring an interview, marked in the course listing.

Summer term dates

Starts Monday 15 April 2013 Ends Monday 15 July 2013 Half term 27 to 31 May Not all courses start on the rst day or week of term please check the listing or website for the start and end dates of your course.

Reception opening times

First week of term
For the first week of term we are open Monday to Friday, 9.00am-9.00pm

Enrol in person
You may enrol in person during opening times see below.

Term time opening

Monday & Tuesday, 9.00am-7.00pm; Wednesday & Thursday, 9.00am8.00pm; Friday, 9.00am-4.00pm

Enrolment information
You can enrol at any time of the year for many courses, even if they have already started, as long as there are places available and the level is right for you. To find out if this is possible call 0845 839 7912. For Saturday courses you should enrol at least five days in advance.

Help with fees

If you are claiming Active Benefits (JSA or ESA WRAG), courses marked are free of charge. If you are claiming other types of benefits, are unemployed and think that the course will help you into paid employment you may also be eligible for a free course, please ask.

Outside term time

Monday to Thursday, 9.00am-5.00pm; Friday, 9.00am-4.00pm Opening times may change please call for details (last enrolment will be 15 minutes prior to closure).

Avoid the queues...

ENROL EARLY!
We recommend enrolling as early as possible, as popular classes ll up very quickly and you will also cut your waiting and queuing time.
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Do you need help choosing a course?

Not sure what you want to do? If you would like to talk to someone about the courses, please give us a call we can help.

Call 0845 839 7912

Course information sheets can be found at www.hfals.co.uk

Monday to Friday 9.30-4.30pm

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ART, CRAFT & DESIGN

To nd out more about these courses please visit www.hfals.co.uk to view the information sheets or if you dont have access to a computer, call 0845 839 7912. Programme manager Jane Sutton Email alssinfo@lbhf.gov.uk

Art watercolour Saturday course Learn about papers, pigments, colour mixing, reinforcing the techniques of watercolour.
101 39 171 Sat 10:30-13:30 5 MAC 08/06/13 AA3136

NEW Art drawing in the centre and landscape of Fulham Palace Make drawings in the beautiful surroundings of Fulham Palace.
75 30 142 Tue 13:00-15:30 5 FLP 23/04/13 AA3270

NEW Art watercolour in the grounds and centre of Fulham Palace Make watercolour paintings in the beautiful surroundings of Fulham Palace.
75 30 143 Tue 13:00-15:30 5 FLP 04/06/13 AA3275

DRA AWIN NG AND PAINTIN NG

Art inclusive class For those with learning difculties and disabilities or those who want to work at a slower pace.
75 30 247 Mon 13:00-15:00 10 MAC 15/04/13 AA3010

NEW Art painting and drawing ora and fauna in the grounds and centre of Fulham Palace Make paintings and drawings from nature in the surroundings of Fulham Palace.
75 30 143 Thu 13:00-15:30 5 FLP 06/06/13 AA3285

Art drawing beginners Think you cant draw? This course will help you develop your creative potential.
144 57 252 Fri 18:30-20:30 11 MAC 19/04/13 AA3020

PHOTO GR APHY
NEW Photography in the centre and grounds of Fulham Palace Learn photography in the surroundings of Fulham Palace.
75 30 143 Thu 13:00-15:30 5 FLP 25/04/13 AA3430

Art drawing and painting mixed ability Develop the skills of composition, draughtsmanship and modelling.
170 66 313 Thu 13:00-15:30 11 MAC 18/04/13 AA3040

Photography beginners one day course You will be introduced to using a camera and ways to make a good composition.
38 17 50 Sat 10:30-15:30 1 MAC 20/04/13 AC3300

Art life drawing mixed ability This course covers proportion, centre of gravity, structure, mark making, styles and approaches and use of various materials.
168 81 276 Thu 19:00-21:00 11 MAC 18/04/13 AA3100

Photography advanced one day course Learn further skills for using a camera and creating good compositions.
38 17 50 Sat 10:30-15:30 1 MAC 27/04/13 AC3301

Art life drawing and painting A comprehensive course in life drawing with a focus on using line, tone and colour to describe the human gure.
168 90 337 Mon 10:00-12:30 11 MAC 15/04/13 AA3240

Photography intermediate You will be introduced to techniques including: exposure, depth of eld, lenses, lms and lters.
166 62 309 Tue 13:00-15:30 11 MAC 16/04/13 AC3400

Art portraiture mixed ability Make a successful likeness and select methods to bring out the personality of the sitter.
168 81 337 Thu 09:45-12:15 11 MAC 18/04/13 AA3200

Photography advanced For learners who want to improve and develop their use of the camera, and expand their knowledge of photography.
166 62 309 Tue 18:30-21:00 11 MAC 16/04/13 AC3407

Art oil painting mixed ability You will learn to handle, mix, control and apply oil paints using mixing mediums, paper and boards.
166 62 309 Tue 18:30-21:00 11 MAC 16/04/13 AA3210

Art watercolour mixed ability Learn about papers, pigments, colour mixing, reinforcing the techniques of watercolour.
166 62 309 Tue 10:00-12:30 11 MAC 16/04/13 AA3230

Art learn how to make collages Make art works using the medium of collage.
84 32 142 Fri 13:45-16:15 5 MAC 19/04/13 AA3250

Art the urban landscape We will go out into the landscape to make work that represents the urban environment.
84 32 142 Fri 13:45-16:15 5 MAC 07/06/13 AA3255

Photography for all levels Learn the basics of using a camera and ways to make a good composition, or join an advanced course covering all the techniques including: exposure, depth of eld, lenses, lms and lters.
Course information sheets can be found at www.hfals.co.uk

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IL L LU USTR ATIO ON
Illustrating childrens books This course is suitable for people who would like to learn about illustrating childrens books, or just improve their illustration skills. Beginners to advanced students are all welcome.
141 53 248 Mon 19:00-21:00 11 MAC 15/04/13 AB3240

IN N TERIO OR DE ESIGN
Interior design beginners In this practical course you will be introduced to the interior design process. We will look at room surveys, plans and elevations and colour theory as a rst step towards redesigning a room to a specic design brief.
175 65 309 Wed 18:30-21:00 11 MAC 17/04/13 AD3800

y New art and photograph l tifu au be courses in the e grounds of Fulham Palac

Interior design Saturday course In this practical course you will be introduced to the interior design process. We will look at room surveys, plans and elevations and colour theory as a rst step towards redesigning a room to a specic design brief.
98 36 168 Sat 10:30-13:30 5 MAC 08/06/13 AA3132

Pottery mixed ability Suitable for those new to pottery or with experience. You will be supported to develop your skills.
185 170 75 70 319 319 Tue Wed Thu 09:15-12:15 09:15-12:15 13:30-16:00 11 11 11 HAC HAC HAC 16/04/13 17/04/13 18/04/13 AF3510 AF3511 AF3512

CER R AMIC CS
Pottery beginners For those who have little or no experience of pottery. We cover various techniques including: coiling, moulding, pinching and slabbing. Throwing techniques may be taught later in the course.
185 75 319 Mon 13:30-16:30 11 HAC 15/04/13 AF3500

JEWELLERY Y
Jewellery mixed ability Develop the skills to produce rings and other jewellery working with a variety of metals and gems.
174 67 313 Tue Tue Tue 10:00-12:30 13:00-15:30 18:30-21:00 11 11 11 MAC MAC MAC 16/04/13 16/04/13 16/04/13 AJ3610 A J3611 A J3600

Jewellery making beaded jewellery with wire and thread Learn the skills of beading to create exciting and colourful jewellery.
136 52 248 Thu 10:00-12:00 11 MAC 18/04/13 AJ3612

Jewellery beading Learn the skills of beading to create exciting and colourful jewellery.
48 20 115 Wed 18:00-20:00 5 HAC 05/06/13 AJ3622

Jewellery for all Saturday class Develop the skills to produce rings and other jewellery working with a variety of metals and gems.
131 51 228 Sat 10:00-14:30 5 MAC 08/06/13 AJ3620

STAIN NED D GLASS

Stained glass You will work on a stained glass panel during which time a range of skills will be taught.
174 67 313 Wed Wed 12:30-15:30 18:00-21:00 11 11 MAC MAC 17/04/13 17/04/13 AS3700 AS3701

Stained glass Saturdays You will work on a stained glass panel during which time a range of skills will be taught.
131 51 228 Sat 10:00-14:30 5 MAC 20/04/13 AS3710

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MOSAIC C
Mosaic Come and learn the beautiful art of mosaics. You will learn all the skills needed to produce a piece of mosaic art using glass and unglazed ceramic tesserae. These skills include designing, cartooning, cutting and shaping the mosaic, grouting and polishing. All levels welcome.
166 65 313 Thu 13:00-15:30 11 MAC 18/04/13 AS3800

RESTOR ATIO ON
Picture and frame restoration A specialist course for anyone interested in the care and conservation of works of art and artifacts.
184 71 313 Wed 10:00-12:30 11 MAC 17/04/13 CF3020

P ICTURE FRA AMING

Picture frame making Learn the skills associated with picture framing and mount cutting.
184 71 313 Mon 18:30-21:00 11 MAC 15/04/13 CF3010

Furniture restoration mixed ability Start or further develop your skills in furniture restoration. While working on your own furniture, learn how to cope with the different problems that can occur, from patching missing wood, mouldings and parts, to colouring, nishing/renishing and nal waxing. Please bring your project to class.
175 68 313 Tue Fri 18:30-21:00 10:00-12:30 11 11 MAC MAC 16/04/13 19/04/13 CF3030 CF3032

Picture framing and mount cutting Learn the skills associated with picture framing and mount cutting.
184 71 313 Wed 13:00-15:30 11 MAC 17/04/13 CF3011

WOODW WO R K
If you are a beginner you will acquire basic woodwork skills and techniques before embarking on your own personal project. More experienced students can extend their knowledge and skills whilst working on a project from the start. Using a variety of joints and construction methods, hand and power tools and machines you will produce and execute your own designs. Note: The use of machines is at the discretion of the tutor and is dependant on the learners experience.
Woodwork cabinet making This is course started in September but it may be possible to join in term three. Please call Jane Sutton for further information on 020 8753 6338. Fees for the nal term are:
352 133 620 Tue 10:00-16:00 33 MAC 18/09/12 CH1220

Woodwork mixed ability

185 72 286 Wed 18:30-21:00 11 MAC 17/04/13 CH3208

Woodwork furniture mixed ability

185 72 314 Thu 18:30-21:00 11 MAC 18/04/13 CH3210

Woodwork mixed ability nine weeks

153 61 258 Fri 18:00-20:30 9 MAC 19/04/13 CH3212

DIY for beginners Empower yourself by learning the basic DIY skills you need to look after your home. Choose from our two ve-week courses in specic skills, or combine both courses for all-round training in plumbing, tiling, electrics and decorating.
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Woodwork mixed ability all levels

With option to follow the C&G 6217 furniture syllabus

UPH HOL STE ERY

Our upholstery department is second to none, with many classes to choose from. Mixed ability classes are designed to progress from a drop in seat or stool to a simple chair and then onto more complex items as your skills develop.
Upholstery beginners You will be encouraged to start with a drop-in-seat which should be brought to the rst class.
181 71 314 Mon Mon Thu Thu 10:00-12:30 13:00-15:30 10:00-12:30 18:30-21:00 11 11 11 11 MAC MAC MAC MAC 15/04/13 CM3400 15/04/13 CM3410 18/04/13 CM3420 18/04/13 CM3430

Woodwork for pleasure, DIY, or to begin a career in furniture making/carpentry.

261 99 495 Thu 10:30-15:00 11 MAC 18/04/13 CH3225

Woodwork and restoration Saturdays If you are a beginner you will acquire basic woodwork skills and techniques before embarking on your own personal project. More experienced students can extend their knowledge and skills whilst working on a project from the start.
169 66 286 Sat 10:00-15:30 5 MAC 27/04/13 CH3050

Woodwork open workshop Saturday On these Saturdays you can either work on your own projects with support and guidance from the tutor or, as a beginner, learn some of the basic skills and techniques of woodwork. You can take either all three Saturdays or just one or two.
35 14 58 Sat Sat Sat 10:00-15:30 10:00-15:30 10:00-15:30 1 1 1 MAC MAC MAC 15/06/13 22/06/13 29/06/13 CH3052 CH3053 CH3054

Upholstery mixed ability Beginners will work on a simple stool and more advanced learners who would like to work on their own project are asked to bring it to the rst class. An ideal opportunity to learn from one another through the variety of work that is taking place.
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DIY beginners plumbing and tiling Empower yourself by learning the basics to look after your home. Choose one or both courses.
71 29 116 Thu 19:00-21:00 5 MAC 18/04/13 CJ3301

DIY beginners electrics and decorating Empower yourself by learning the basics to look after your home. Choose one or both courses.
71 29 116 Thu 19:00-21:00 5 MAC 06/06/13 CJ3302

Upholstery advanced For students who have completed at least two years of upholstery. Bring your project to the rst class.
185 72 314 Tue Tue 10:00-12:30 13:00-15:30 11 11 MAC MAC 16/04/13 CM3460 16/04/13 CM3461

Upholstery for beginners in three Saturdays We employ traditional and modern techniques. Please bring a drop-in-seat or small stool to the class.
119 52 181 Sat 10:00-15:30 3 MAC 15/06/13 CM3470

U Upholstery Saturday access day Fo For those who have been attending a class an opportunity to co complete work.
32 3 15 32 Sat 09:30-15:30 1 MAC 06/07/13 CM3488

In our fully equipped upholstery workshop you can learn how to revitalise old furniture, whilst enjoying relaxed and friendly company Course information sheets can be found at www.hfals.co.uk 11

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SOF T FU URN NISHINGS

Soft furnishings beginners You will work on a variety of projects building on your skills to progress to more advanced work.
183 71 314 Tue Wed 10:00-12:30 18:30-21:00 11 11 MAC MAC 16/04/13 17/04/13 CP3502 CP3500

Clothes making mixed ability Simple garments for beginners and more advanced projects as you progress to develop your skills.
167 66 314 Thu Thu Thu 09:30-12:00 12:30-15:00 18:30-21:00 11 11 11 MAC MAC MAC 18/04/13 18/04/13 18/04/13 CS3620 CS3630 CS3640

SEWIN NG
Clothes making beginners Even if you have never made clothes before, you will be able to make a simple garment by the end of this course.
167 66 314 Mon 18:30-21:00 11 MAC 15/04/13 CS3600

General sewing Choose from childrens clothes, accessories, garments, items for your home or alter and mend.
167 66 314 Fri 13:00-15:30 11 MAC 19/04/13 CS3650

Clothes making pair of trousers Make a unique pair of well tting trousers.
104 40 171 Sat 10:00-15:30 3 MAC 11/05/13 CS3642

NEW Clothes making simple skirt in ve sessions Even if you have never made clothes before, you will be able to make a simple skirt by the end of this course.
76 31 144 Tue 18:30-21:00 5 MAC 16/04/13 CS3612

KNI IT TIN NG
Knitting techniques for simple garments Learn shaping and other simple techniques for making knitted garments.
62 23 134 Sat 10:00-15:00 3 MAC 20/04/13 CS3900

NEW Clothes making simple top in ve sessions Even if you have never made clothes before, you will be able to make a simple top by the end of this course.
76 31 144 Tue 18:30-21:00 5 MAC 04/06/13 CS3614

The Masbro Centre is run by the Urban Partnership Group and works in partnership with H&F Adult and Learning Skills Service to provide courses, sports facilities, parenting projects, youth, employment and volunteer services.
Handbuilt and thrown pottery beginners/intermediate This course covers handbuilding techniques including, coiling, moulding and slabbing, various decorating techniques and glazing. Throwing may be taught later in the course. Those who wish to develop their existing skills and work on individual projects also welcome.
165 165 165 Mon Wed Wed 18:30-21:00 10:00-12.30 13:00-15:30 10 10 10 MAS MAS MAS 15/04/13 17/04/13 17/04/13

Pottery skills for students with learning and other disabilities This course will cover basic techniques and enable you to make a variety of objects.
85 Mon 10:00-12:00 10 MAS 15/04/13

Life drawing advanced Drawing from life. Improve your understanding and technique. Explore different methods and media with tutor Jan Buckley. Other classes also available on Mondays. For details please call.
155 Thu 10:00-12:30 10 MAS 18/04/13

Sculpture life study group all abilities Works with gure and portrait models in additive media; clay, wax and plaster on wire armature. Perfect in conjunction with life drawing study or just for those who want to explore sculpture. Other dates available.
155 155 Thu Thu 13:00-16:00 18:00-21:00 10 10 MAS MAS 18/04/13 18/04/13

Handbuilt pottery mixed abilities We use basic handbuilding and decorative techniques to produce functional vessels and sculptural forms, and cover some design principles, encouraging creative expression on rm technical foundations.
165 Thu 18:30-21:00 10 MAS 18/04/13

The Masbro Centre, 87 Masbro Road, W14 0LR

For more courses and information call 020 7605 0800, email clint@upg.org.uk or visit www.upg.org.uk

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BUSINESS STUDIES & COMPUTING

BUSINE SS ST UD DIES
Starting a business what can I expect? Have you thought about starting a business but dont know where to start? Come get some advice at this free workshop.
FREE Tue Tue 10:00-13:00 10:00-13:00 1 1 MAC MAC 16/04/13 04/06/13 BS3725 BS3726

COMPUTING
Inclusive computers A very basic introduction to using a computer.
100 38 225 Thu 15:30-17:30 10 MAC 25/04/13 JS3025

Introduction to computers
BCS (British Computer Society)

Get to grips with the basics of using a computer, word processing, internet and email.
100 0 250 Tue 10:00-12:00 10 MAC 23/04/13 JS3150

Start your own business business boot camp This three day intensive workshop will cover the fundamentals of getting a business idea sorted, nancial and business planning, where and how to sell your product and the legal issues that come with setting up your own business. Get motivated and get into business!
95 37 155 Tue-Thu 10:00-15:00 1 MAC 14/05/13 BS3750

Computing for older learners 1.1 Learn how to use a computer in a relaxed and friendly environment. For complete beginners.
100 38 225 Thu 10:00-12:00 10 MAC 25/04/13 JS3050

Computing for older learners 1.2 Learn how to use a computer in a relaxed and friendly environment. Some basic knowledge required
100 38 225 Tue 13:00-15:00 10 MAC 23/04/13 JS3060

There are more courses for business start-ups on page 14

Book-keeping level 1
City & Guilds

Computing for older learners 1.3 Learn how to use a computer in a relaxed and friendly environment. Some condence required.
100 38 225 Wed Fri 13:00-15:00 10:00-12:00 10 10 MAC MAC 24/04/13 26/04/13 JS3070 JS3071

IT@work Brush up your ofce skills and productivity with Microsoft Ofce 2010 suite.
130 52 230 Thu 18:30-20:30 10 MAC 25/04/13 JS3175

Learn manual book-keeping and gain a qualication. Course book provided.

160 0 413 Tue 18:00-21:00 11 MAC 16/04/13 BS3200

Work with Word word processing Learn how to create effective documents with MS Word 2010.
55 23 115 Fri 13:00-15:00 5 MAC 26/04/13 JS3210

Book-keeping level 2
City & Guilds

Powerful presentations PowerPoint Take your presentations to the next level with MS PowerPoint 2010.
55 23 115 Fri 13:00-15:00 5 MAC 07/06/13 JS3230

Gain more in-depth knowledge of manual book-keeping with a higher level qualication.
230 113 380 Thu 18:00-21:00 11 MAC 18/04/13 BS3250

Computer skills intermediate (ECDL Extra)

BCS (British Computer Society)

Sage computerised accounts level 1

City & Guilds

An internationally recognised qualication, useful for employment. Covers Excel and Productivity.
255 115 464 Tue 17:30-21:00 11 MAC 16/04/13 JS3550

Learn the industry standard software for accounting, leading to a qualication. Course book provided.
160 0 776 Mon 18:00-21:00 11 MAC 15/04/13 BS3300

Online shopping Learn to safely nd and buy products and services on the internet.
55 23 115 Tue 13:00-15:00 5 MAC 23/04/13 JS3310

Sage computerised accounts level 2

City & Guilds

Improve your knowledge of Sage Accounts software and gain a higher level qualication.
230 113 413 Sat 10:00-13:00 11 MAC 20/04/13 BS3350

Project management Help your projects succeed with this overview of effective project management principles.
145 67 245 Thu 18:00-20:00 10 MAC 25/04/13 BS3525

Online tools for business Understand the main features, uses and benets to business of social networks, blogs and more.
40 17 71 Sat 13:30-15:30 3 MAC 22/06/13 BS3550

If you are o n be level 1 acco nefits, u courses ma nting y be free. Please ask a your intervie t w.

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Do you want to run a business and become self-employed? We have a range of OCN accredited courses to help you get started and support you once youre up and running.
Starting a business is it for you?
OCN

Financial considerations
OCN

Anyone interested in starting a business should attend this course before deciding what to do next. This course will help you decide whether running a business is for you.
60 0 108 Mon Thu 10:00-12:00 18:30-20:30 4 4 MAC MAC 22/04/13 02/05/13 BS3800 BS3801

Once your business is running, you need to keep track of your nances to make sure your business is successful.
100 0 196 Fri 18:30-20:30 8 MAC 03/05/13 BS3830

Legal aspects of starting a business

OCN

Business ideas
OCN

To start a business you need an idea, and from that idea you need a plan. This course will cover rening your idea and taking it forward.
60 0 108 Wed 18:30-20:30 4 MAC 01/05/13 BS3850

Once youve got the idea and the marketing down, you need to be aware of the legal considerations to make sure your business gets off to the right start.
80 0 152 Thu 18:30-20:30 6 MAC 06/06/13 BS3820

Marketing
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Social media for business

OCN

Once your idea and plan are done, you need to let people know about your new products and services.
70 0 130 Wed 18:30-20:30 5 MAC 05/06/13 BS3810

This course will give you an overview of the different ways you can put social media to work for your business.
70 0 130 Sat 13:30-15:30 5 MAC 27/04/13 BS3840

Business @ home
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Perhaps working from your own home is the best way to get started in business? Come along to this course and nd out how to get going.
50 0 86 Mon 10:00-12:00 3 MAC 03/06/13 BS3860

Kickstart!
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This ve day intensive course covers a selection of the above topics an all round brieng to kick-start you into business!
190 0 270 Mon-Fri 10:00-15:00 1 MAC 22/07/13 BS3950

Learn the skills to build and run a successful business.

All First Steps to Enterprise courses marked require attendance at an advice and guidance session to check you have the required skills to access the course interview dates are on page 15. You can also nd more in-depth details of what each course covers at www.hfals.co.uk If you are in receipt of active bene ts, all First Steps to Enterprise courses are FREE see page 6 for full details.

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eBay online marketplace Explore how to sell items on eBay, and how to prepare, list and send them.
60 24 115 Wed 13:00-15:00 5 MAC 24/04/13 JS3300

Facebook, Twitter and more Learn about social networking, and how to get onboard with Facebook and Twitter.
60 24 115 Wed 13:00-15:00 5 MAC 05/06/13 JS3825

IN NTERVIE EW, ADV VICE AND GUIDANCE E DAT TES

If your course requires an interview, or you simply need advice about which is the best course for you, come along to one of these drop-in sessions.
Monday 25 March 5.00-7.30pm Computers Accounts Monday 25 March 4.00-7.30pm First Steps To Enterprise Thursday 11 April 12.00-2.00pm Computers
Check online for changes and additional interview dates: www.hfals.co.uk

Using your iPad Just got a shiny new iPad, and want to know how to get the most out of it? This course is for you.
55 23 115 Tue 13:00-15:00 5 MAC 04/06/13 JS3320

GRAPHIC DESIG GN
Desktop publishing Publisher Use Microsoft Publisher 2010 for desktop publishing and design.
105 40 225 Thu 13:00-15:00 10 MAC 25/04/13 JS3840

Photoshop an introduction Take your digital images to the next level with Creative Suite Photoshop. Course book provided.
165 74 300 Mon 18:30-21:00 10 MAC 22/04/13 JS3900

SUMMER SOCIA AL!

Join our short sessions this Summer for an overview of the different ways you can connect, shop and share online.
Introduction to online shopping Get an idea of how to go about safely shopping online.

Photoshop next steps Learn professional digital techniques and create art using Creative Suite Photoshop.
135 64 245 Mon 13:00-15:00 10 MAC 22/04/13 JS3925

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Web design 1 XHTML and CSS Create professional web pages and learn how to upload your site to the web. Course book provided.
245 102 465 Sat 10:00-15:00 10 MAC 27/04/13 JS3602

Get crafty with Etsy online store Are you a maker of beautiful things? Come nd out how to set up your own online store at the crafters shopping community Etsy.com
35 16 49 Tue Thu 10:00-15:00 10:00-15:00 1 1 MAC MAC 23/07/13 JS3330 25/07/13 JS3331

Web design 2 Dreamweaver Learn the industry standard application for web design. Course book provided.
135 64 245 Tue 18:30-20:30 10 MAC 23/04/13 JS3675

Get social: get your photos online Find out how to improve your digital photos, and then upload and share them online with free photo galleries.
30 14 38 Wed 10:00-13:00 1 MAC 24/07/13 JS3340

Web design 3 JavaScript Add interactivity and involve your visitors in your website. Course book provided.
165 74 300 Wed 18:30-21:00 10 MAC 24/04/13 JS3700

Introduction to blogging Ever wondered what a blog is, and how to set one up? Come along and nd out, and set up your own online space to share your thoughts with family and friends.
30 14 38 Fri 10:00-13:00 1 MAC 26/07/13 JS3345

Web design WordPress If you want an online presence but dont have a lot of time on your hands, nd out how to build a quick site using WordPress.
40 17 70 Tue 10:00-12:00 3 MAC 30/04/13 JS3785

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Our Summer Social! sessions are a quick wa y to get internet savvy

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FOOD STUDIES
COOKERY Y
Inclusive cookery For learners with learning difculties and disabilities, or people who just want to work at a slower pace.
85 36 285 Fri 10:00-12:30 10 MAC 19/04/13 FC3120

Indian vegetarian cooking Learn to make a wide variety of tasty vegetarian Indian dishes.
103 43 175 Wed 10:00-12:30 6 MAC 17/04/13 FC3060

Spanish dishes Discover a rich diversity of dishes from Spain. You will also learn how herbs and spices are used to greatly enhance avours in Spanish cookery.
122 49 208 Thu 18:00-21:00 6 MAC 18/04/13 FC3056

Chinese cookery Learn to make a wide variety of authentic Chinese dishes.

103 43 175 Wed 10:00-12:30 6 MAC 05/06/13 FC3065

Cooking with condence part 1 Starting from scratch, develop your condence in the kitchen.
90 38 208 Tue 13:30-16:30 6 MAC 16/04/13 FC3036

Cooking with condence part 2 Develop your skills further in preparation for more specialist courses and more complex techniques.
90 38 208 Tue 13:30-16:30 6 MAC 04/06/13 FC3037

Pasta and pizza Have fun preparing a variety of fresh dishes, based on a selection of easily obtainable ingredients.
122 49 208 Thu 13:30-16:30 6 MAC 06/06/13 FC3040

Complete cooks course 3 This continuing course will enable you to gain a full understanding of food preparation, health and safety and related theory, whilst gaining condence and experience as you progress by making a variety of dishes.
196 75 340 Thu 09:30-12:30 10 MAC 18/04/13 FC3035

Summer sh dishes Learn how to prepare light sh dishes that are not only healthy but also refreshing. Including those that may be cooked outside.
122 49 208 Thu 18:00-21:00 6 MAC 06/06/13 FC3080

Chinese cookery Saturday Learn to cook authentic Chinese dishes in a day.

43 17 58 Sat 10:00-15:30 1 MAC 27/04/13 FC3090

Healthy family meals Learn to prepare and cook a range of healthy but tasty dishes suitable for the whole family.
122 49 208 Tue 13:30-16:30 6 MAC 04/06/13 FC3135

Thai cookery Saturday More delicious dishes for your repertoire.

43 17 58 Sat 10:00-15:30 1 MAC 22/06/13 FC3081

Modern vegetarian cookery Discover and learn how to make adventurous meat-free meals.
122 49 208 Tue 18:00-21:00 6 MAC 16/04/13 FC3054

CAKE DEC COR R ATIO ON AND SUGAR CRA AFT

Cake decoration and sugar craft
C&G level 1 award, sugar paste

Learn this integral sugar craft skill and get a City & Guilds certicate. This is a great place to start for any serious cake decorator. Please call to arrange an interview.
148 0 378 Tue 10:00-12:30 12 MAC 16/04/13 FC3001

Cake decoration and sugar craft beginners For real beginners you will produce a cake including marzipan, piping and owers.
114 134 44 51 171 204 Mon Mon 18:00-21:00 18:00-21:00 5 6 MAC MAC 15/04/13 03/06/13 FC3015 FC3016

Cake decoration and sugar craft Whatever your skill level, we have a sugar craft course for you. Learn a variety of techniques to make beautifully decorated cakes, including sculpting, marzipan, icing and sugar owers.
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Cake decoration and sugar craft developing skills Covering a variety of techniques to increase your range of skills.
134 51 204 Wed 18:00-21:00 6 MAC 05/06/13 FC3021

HUMANITIES
COUNSE EL LIN NG
Counselling essential counselling themes and approaches A short, sharp introduction to the main themes in counselling.
60 23 115 Fri 10:00-12:00 5 MAC 26/04/13 HC3030

Cake decoration and sugar craft cup cakes one day Saturday course Make beautifully decorated cupcakes in a one day workshop.
47 18 58 Sat 10:00-15:30 1 MAC 08/06/13 FC3024

Cake decoration and sugar craft novelty cake shoe and shoe box Cut, sculpt and decorate a creative cake over a Friday evening and Saturday.
63 24 80 Fri & Sat 18:30-20:30 10:00-15:30 1 1 MAC MAC 17/05/13 18/05/13 FC3026 FC3026

The counselling relationship in depth Understand the process and stages of counselling from assessment to endings.
60 23 115 Fri 10:00-12:00 5 MAC 14/06/13 HC3035

Cake decoration and sugar craft novelty cake the garden shed Cut, sculpt and decorate a creative cake over a Friday evening and Saturday.
63 24 80 Fri & Sat 18:30-20:30 10:00-15:30 1 1 MAC MAC 14/06/13 15/06/13 FC3028 FC3028

Is counselling for me? One of the best introductions to counselling course anywhere in London.
125 46 223 Thu 18:45-20:45 10 MAC 25/04/13 HC3025

Cake decoration and sugar craft wired owers in two Saturdays roses and lilies Learn the skills to make beautiful wired owers from sugar for decorating cakes and other items.
84 32 114 Sat 10:00-15:30 2 MAC 04/05/13 FC3022

RELIGION N
Hinduism a short introduction Learn about the key concepts and practices of Hinduism.
25 9 50 Sat 10:00-13:00 2 MAC 22/06/13 HC3020

Cake decoration and sugar craft wired sugar owers Icelandic poppy On this course we will make wired sugar Icelandic poppies for cake decoration.
47 18 58 Sat 10:00-15:30 1 MAC 06/07/13 FC3030

Buddhism a short introduction Learn about the key concepts and practices of Buddhism.
25 9 50 Sat 10:00-13:00 2 MAC 08/06/13 HR3010

LOCAL HISTO ORY

History of London an introduction A great overview of the history of our capital city.
47 18 92 Fri 14:00-16:00 5 MAC 14/06/13 HH3010

CRE ATIVE WRIT TING

Writing and illustrating childrens books Your rst stepping stone into the wonderful world of childrens books.
125 46 223 Thu 13:00-15:00 10 MAC 25/04/13 HW3025

BA AKIN NG AND D PA ATIS SSERIE

Baking and nishing 3 This exciting course will cover baking and nishing classic breads, cakes and biscuits.
299 114 499 Fri 10:00-15:00 11 MAC 19/04/13 FC3033

Further creative writing If you wish to continue to improve your writing skills this is the course for you.
125 46 223 Wed 15:30-17:30 10 MAC 24/04/13 HW3035

Writing short stories For those wishing to develop techniques to write short stories.
125 46 223 Wed 13:00-15:00 10 MAC 24/04/13 HW3040

Bread baking and nishing Saturday Learn how to make delicious bread in our one day course.
47 18 58 Sat 10:00-15:30 1 MAC 29/06/13 FC3045

Patisserie 2 Develop your patisserie skills by learning to make more delicious pastries.
122 49 208 Thu 13:30-16:30 6 MAC 18/04/13 FC3102

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HEALTH & FITNESS

MIND D, BODY Y AN ND SPIRIT
Be good to your back Ideal for anyone who has suffered back pain and/or sciatica or who wishes to prevent the onset of back problems in the future.
40 40 80 Wed 12:15-13:15 10 MAC 24/04/13 FT3100

FIR ST T AI ID
First aid emergency rst aid Save a life. Learn the basic techniques to help in an emergency situation.
60 23 100 Sat 09:30-16:00 1 MAC 25/05/13 FF3025

First aid for babies and children Learn the basic rst aid techniques to help babies and children in an emergency situation.
110 40 200 Sat 09:30-16:00 2 MAC 22/06/13 FF3050

Pilates beginners course Achieve balance between strength and exibility and relieve stress and tension.
75 28 147 Wed Thu 11:00-12:00 17:00-18:00 12 12 FRL MAC 17/04/13 18/04/13 FB3027 FB3028

Yoga beginners evening Improve your posture, learn to relax, develop exibility, and use your breath as a positive force.
48 19 93 Thu Thu Thu Thu 18:15-19:30 18:15-19:30 19:30-20:45 19:30-20:45 6 6 6 6 MAC MAC MAC MAC 18/04/13 06/06/13 18/04/13 06/06/13 FB3037 FB3038 FB3047 FB3048

Get fit and flexible with yoga Improve your posture, learn to relax, develop flexibility, and use your breath as a positive force.

Tai Chi Lam-Style beginners and improvers Introduction to the Tai Chi forms of Master Lam Kam-Chuen.
75 28 147 Fri 13:00-14:30 12 MAC 19/04/13 FB3085

Zumba Get t whilst dancing to Latin rhythms.

30 Fri Fri Fri 18:15-19:00 17:15-18:00 18:15-19:00 6 6 6 MAC MAC MAC 19/04/13 19/04/13 07/06/13 FB3070 FB3071 FB3075

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FOREIGN LANGUAGES
AR ABIC C
Arabic beginners stage 3 Ideal course for those with a little Arabic.
125 46 223 Thu 19:00-21:00 10 PHO 25/04/13 LA3025

French upper intermediate stage 3 An ideal course to help you communicate with French speakers in a variety of situations.
129 47 245 Tue Thu 10:00-12:00 18:45-20:45 11 11 MAC MAC 16/04/13 18/04/13 LF3100 LF3101

French advanced stage 3 Improve your French discussing a variety of current topics.
129 47 245 Mon 10:00-12:00 11 MAC 15/04/13 LF3125

French advanced conversation stage 3 Keep up your spoken French discussing a variety of current topics.
63 24 123 Wed 18:30-19:30 10 MAC 24/04/13 LF3130

(M M A NDA ARIN N) CHI NE ESE

Chinese (Mandarin) beginners stage 3 Ideal course for those with a little Chinese.
125 46 223 Wed 19:00-21:00 10 MAC 24/04/13 LC3025

French prociency conversation stage 3 Keep up your spoken French discussing a variety of current topics.
63 24 123 Wed 12:15-13:15 10 MAC 24/04/13 LF3155

French mastery stage 3 Improve your French discussing a variety of current topics.
129 47 245 Wed 10:00-12:00 11 MAC 17/04/13 LF3175

FR R E NCH
French beginners stage 1 Saturday course Ideal for those wishing to start studying French from scratch.
99 37 223 Sat 13:00-15:00 10 MAC 20/04/13 LF3040

GE R M A N
German beginners stage 3 Ideal course for those with a little German.
125 46 223 Thu 19:00-21:00 10 MAC 25/04/13 LG3025

French beginners stage 1 Saturday intensive Ideal course for those wishing to start studying French from scratch in a short period of time.
99 37 223 Sat 10:00-14:00 5 MAC 08/06/13 LF3026

German lower intermediate stage 3 Want to move beyond basic German? This is the course for you.
129 47 245 Wed 19:00-21:00 11 MAC 17/04/13 LG3050

French beginners stage 2 Ideal for those with a little French.

99 37 223 Sat 10:00-12:00 10 MAC 27/04/13 LF3020

HIN NDI
Hindi a short introduction Short course to give you a taste of this wonderful language.
25 9 50 Sat 10:00-13:00 2 MAC 06/07/13 LH3010

French beginners stage 3 Ideal course for those with a little French.
125 46 99 37 223 46 223 Mon Mon Wed Sat 13:00-15:00 19:00-21:00 18:30-20:30 10:00-12:00 10 10 10 10 MAC MAC HAC MAC 22/04/13 22/04/13 24/04/13 20/04/13 LF3035 LF3036 LF3046 LF3045

IT TAL IA AN
Italian beginners stage 1 Saturday course Ideal for those wishing to start studying Italian from scratch.
99 37 223 Sat 13:00-15:00 10 MAC 27/04/13 LI3020

French lower intermediate stage 3 Want to move beyond basic French? This is the course for you.
129 47 245 Fri 10:00-12:00 11 MAC 19/04/13 LF3050

NEW French with drama Improve your spoken French whilst reading and rehearsing a modern French play. For those at intermediate level and above.
75 29 145 Tue 13:45-15:15 10 MAC 23/04/13 LF3131

NEW French pronunciation A practical course to help you improve your French pronunciation and accent.
75 26 150 Sat 13:00-15:00 10 MAC 27/04/13 LF3132

French intermediate stage 3 An ideal course to help you communicate with French speakers in a variety of situations.
129 47 245 Tue Thu 18:30-20:30 10:00-12:00 11 11 MAC MAC 16/04/13 18/04/13 LF3075 LF3076

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Italian beginners stage 1 Saturday intensive Ideal course for those wishing to start studying Italian from scratch in a short period of time.
99 37 223 Sat 10:00-14:00 5 MAC 08/06/13 LI3026

Polish intermediate stage 3 Ideal course for those wishing to communicate in a variety of situations with Polish speakers.
129 47 245 Wed 19:00-21:00 11 PSK 17/04/13 LP3075

Italian beginners stage 2 Ideal course for those with a little Italian.
125 46 223 Tue 10:00-12:00 10 MAC 23/04/13 LI3045

PO ORTU UGUESE (B BRAZILIAN)

Brazilian Portuguese beginners stage 3 Ideal course for those with a little Portuguese.
125 46 223 Mon 18:45-20:45 10 MAC 22/04/13 LB3025

Italian beginners stage 3 Ideal course for those with a little Italian.
125 99 46 37 223 223 Tue Sat 13:00-15:00 10:00-12:00 10 10 MAC MAC 23/04/13 27/04/13 LI3035 LI3040

Italian lower intermediate stage 3 Want to move beyond basic Italian? This is the course for you.
129 47 245 Mon Wed 18:45-20:45 10:00-12:00 11 11 MAC MAC 15/04/13 17/04/13 LI3050 LI3051

R USSIA AN
Russian beginners stage 3 Ideal course for those with a little Russian.
125 46 223 Thu 19:00-21:00 10 MAC 25/04/13 LR3025

Italian intermediate stage 3 Ideal course for those wishing to communicate in a variety of situations with Italian speakers.
129 47 245 Mon 10:00-12:00 11 MAC 15/04/13 LI3076

SP PANIS SH
Spanish beginners stage 1 Saturday course Ideal for those wishing to start studying Spanish from scratch.
99 37 223 Sat 13:00-15:00 10 MAC 27/04/13 LS3040

Italian intermediate conversation stage 3 Want to improve your spoken Italian quickly? This is the course for you.
63 24 123 Mon 12:30-13:30 10 MAC 22/04/13 LI3080

Italian prociency stage 3 Take your Italian to a new level with this advanced course.
129 47 245 Thu 10:00-12:00 11 MAC 18/04/13 LI3150

Spanish beginners stage 1 Saturday intensive Ideal course for those wishing to start studying Spanish from scratch in a short period of time.
99 37 223 Sat 10:00-14:00 5 MAC 08/06/13 LS3026

Italian mastery stage 3 Ideal for those who are already uent and wish to read and discuss in Italian.
129 47 245 Fri 10:00-12:00 11 MAC 19/04/13 LI3175

Spanish beginners stage 2 Ideal course for those with a little Spanish.
123 99 45 37 223 223 Wed Sat 10:00-12:00 10:00-12:00 10 10 MAC MAC 24/04/13 27/04/13 LS3034 LS3030

JA APANE SE
Japanese beginners stage 3 Ideal course for those with a little Japanese.
125 46 223 Tue 18:45-20:45 10 MAC 23/04/13 LJ3025

Spanish beginners stage 3 Ideal course for those with a little Spanish.
125 46 46 223 Mon Thu Wed 18:45-20:45 13:30-15:30 18:30-20:30 10 10 10 MAC MAC HAC 22/04/13 25/04/13 24/04/13 LS3036 LS3035 LS3038

POL IS SH
Polish beginners stage 3 Ideal course for those with a little Polish.
125 46 223 Thu 19:00-21:00 10 PSK 25/04/13 LP3025

We have one of the largest Language departments in London For business, pleasure, property abroad, family or personal development whatever your reason for studying a language our tutors will help you succeed.
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Spanish lower-intermediate stage 3 Want to move beyond basic Spanish? This is the course for you.
129 47 245 Mon 10:00-12:00 11 MAC 15/04/13 LS3050

Spanish intermediate stage 3 Ideal course for those wishing to communicate in a variety of situations with Spanish speakers.
129 47 245 Tue Fri 10:00-12:00 18:30-20:30 11 11 MAC MAC 16/04/13 19/04/13 LS3075 LS3077

Spanish intermediate conversation stage 3 Want to improve your spoken Spanish quickly? This is the course for you.
63 24 123 Tue 12:30-13:30 10 MAC 23/04/13 LS3080

Spanish upper intermediate stage 3 Want to improve your spoken Spanish quickly? This is the course for you.
129 47 245 Fri 10:00-12:00 11 MAC 19/04/13 LS3101

Ever thought about a car eer using your languages? Check out our courses for those planning a career in inte rpreting

Spanish upper intermediate conversation stage 3 Want to improve your spoken Spanish quickly? This is the course for you.
63 24 123 Fri 12:30-13:30 10 MAC 26/04/13 LS3105

IN N TERPR ET TING
Community interpreting (level 2)
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Spanish prociency stage 3 Take your Spanish to a new level with this advanced course.
129 47 245 Wed 13:30-15:30 11 MAC 17/04/13 LS3150

A full introduction to the principles of community interpreting.

108 40 213 Fri 10:00-13:00 11 MAC 19/04/13 LY3030

Spanish prociency conversation stage 3 Ideal if you want to improve your spoken Spanish quickly? This is the course for you.
63 24 123 Wed Thu 12:15-13:15 12:15-13:15 10 10 MAC MAC 24/04/13 25/04/13 LS3155 LS3156

Community interpreting (level 3) This course is only open to students who have completed level 2.
143 52 353 Fri 14:00-17:00 11 MAC 19/04/13 LY3035

Introduction to public service interpreting Ideal for those planning a career in public service interpreting.
170 62 257 Mon 10:00-16:30 5 MAC 24/06/13 LY3020

NEW Spanish for business For those who wish to practise their Spanish in business settings. This course is for students at intermediate level or above.
99 37 184 Thu 18:45-20:45 10 MAC 25/04/13 LS3131

ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE (EFL)

English pronunciation Ideal course for those who want to improve their spoken English.
75 Wed Thu 13:00-15:00 18:30-20:30 10 10 MAC MAC 15/04/13 18/04/13 LE310 LE320

English pronunciation intensive course Ideal course for those who want to improve their spoken English in a short time.
75 Mon & Wed 18:30-21:00 4 MAC 03/06/13 LE330

IELTS exam preparation course If you are planning to take an IELTS exam soon, this is the course for you.
285 Tue & Thu 12:30-15:00 10 MAC 16/04/13 LE350

LIPREADING
Lipreading term 3 For those students whose hearing has become impaired after they have acquired language and are procient in spoken English
50 21 170 Thu 13:30-15:00 10 MAC 18/04/13 DP3090

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Contemporary dance Whatever your level of ability learn to dance with fluidity and freedom whilst improving your fitness, strength and health.

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PERFORMING ARTS
DRAMA
NEW Acting for beginners level 1 Learn basic acting skills and the joy of performing.
112 41 222 Sat 10:00-12:00 10 MAC 27/04/13 PM3800

TEACHING & MENTORING

TEACHIN NG
Preparing to teach in the lifelong learning sector The key skills you need to get started on a career teaching adults.
335 173 630 Sat 10:00-15:00 11 MAC 27/04/13 TD3000

DANCE
Amici dance group To nd out more about the Amici dance class contact Wolfgang Stange at wolfamici@talktalk.net
48 48 48 Wed 18:30-21:00 10 LYR 17/04/13 PD3100

COACHING G AND MENTORIN NG

Chartered Management Institute level 3 Develop your coaching and mentoring skills. This course covers the knowledge and skills you need to get the very best from people.
460 265 765 Sat 10:00-15:30 10 MAC 20/04/13 TD2020

Ballet beginners Learn classical ballet from scratch. Focus on gaining strength, control, exibility and stability.
109 41 187 Mon 18:45-20:15 11 MAC 15/04/13 PD3200

Ballet level 1 improvers Improve on skills learned at beginners level, develop to perform steps and sequences accurately.
92 35 156 Tue 18:15-19:30 11 MAC 16/04/13 PD3220

Mentoring NCFE level 1 award Develop your communication skills to provide positive support for others. Starts Wednesday 17 April, 10.00am-3.00pm. For further details on both of these mentoring courses please email Lisa Lamb: lisa.lamb@lbhf.gov.uk

Ballet level 2/3 elementary/intermediate Building on skills to improve technique, musicality and performance quality.
109 41 187 Tue 19:30-21:00 11 MAC 16/04/13 PD3230

Ballroom dancing strictly beginners Basics in ballroom and Latin American dancing: Waltz, Foxtrot, Quick Step, Rumba and Cha Cha Cha.
109 41 187 Mon 18:00-19:30 11 MAC 15/04/13 PD3300

Ballroom dancing strictly improvers Develop your ballroom skills or add to what you can do already.
109 41 188 Mon 19:30-21:00 11 MAC 15/04/13 PD3305

Contemporary dance Learn to dance with uidity and freedom whilst improving tness and health. All welcome.
109 41 187 Thu 19:00-20:30 11 MAC 18/04/13 PD3400

MUSIC C
NEW Sight-singing with condence For all those interested in singing who would like to improve sight-reading skills.
112 41 222 Mon 17:00-19:00 10 MAC 15/04/13 PM3710

Guitar beginners Want to learn the guitar? This is a great place to start. Learn tuning, chords, strumming etc.
146 54 247 Sat 13:00-15:00 11 MAC 20/04/13 PM3700

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MOTOR VEHICLE & METAL WORK

MOTOR VEHICLE M A IN TENA ANC CE
Car maintenance vehicle braking systems maintenance and repair
City & Guilds

Car maintenance for women This course is for women car owners who wish to reduce the cost of car ownership by gaining a better understanding of the modern motor vehicle and its systems.
95 43 145 Fri Fri 18:15-20:45 18:15-20:45 5 5 MAC MAC 19/04/13 MV3303 07/06/13 MV3304

Car care on a budget Wheels, wipers and bulbs etc: how to change them and save pounds! Plus interior/exterior care.
124 50 230 Sat 10:00-14:00 5 MAC 18/05/13 MV3060

If you are on benets this course may be free. Ask at interview.

697 0 697 Thu 09:30-16:00 10 MAC 18/04/13 MV3402

Practical classic car care Check and maintain the mechanical parts of your vehicle and prepare for the summer show season.
95 43 175 Sat 09:30-15:30 3 MAC 29/06/13 MV3080

Car maintenance intermediate Follows on from the basic course and covers car maintenance in greater detail.
200 84 282 Thu 18:30-21:00 11 MAC 18/04/13 MV3050

MOTOR BI IKE M AINT ENA ANC CE

Motorbike maintenance Learn how to service and repair your own machine and keep it in a safe and reliable condition.
200 84 282 Mon 18:30-21:00 11 MAC 15/04/13 MV3125

Motor maintenance skills for personal development or your route into work In our fully equipped MOT standard workshop you can work with trade equipment, in classes taught by professional mechanics.

WEL L DI N G
Welding and light metalwork Introduction to basic welding and metal work fabrication.
300 121 425 Tue 18:30-21:00 11 MAC 16/04/13 MV3250

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Course title Fees Day Full Conc. Non EU

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Length Venue (weeks)

Start (date)

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BICYCLE MAINTENANCE

S a v e mo n e y, ke ep f i t an d t r a ve l f a s t e r!

Bicycle maintenance level 1 Save money by doing simple maintenance and repairs yourself. You will nd out about: safety inspection; adjustment of handlebars and stem; brakes, gears and cables; wheel removal and retting; puncture repairs; and recommendations for routine servicing.
5 2 5 Wed Wed Sat 18:15-20:45 18:15-20:45 09:30-15:30 2 2 1 MAC MAC MAC 17/04/13 15/05/13 MV3150 MV3152

Bicycle maintenance level 2 A more advanced course you will cover replacing of brakes, cables and pads; adjustment and tting of new cables and ne tuning of front and rear mechanisms; servicing and adjustment of headset and hubs; assessing wheel faults, truing of buckled wheels while in the frame; plus recommendations for routine servicing. NB: Hydraulic break servicing is not covered in either bicycle maintenance course.
5 2 5 Wed Wed Sat 18:15-20:45 18:15-20:45 09:30-15:30 2 2 1 MAC MAC MAC 01/05/13 27/04/13 MV3151 MV3155 05/06/13 MV3153

20/04/13 MV3154

Course information sheets can be found at www.hfals.co.uk

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Main centre
1 MACBETH CENTRE (MAC) Macbeth Street, W6 9JJ Tel: 0845 839 7912 Partial access Bus: 27, 190, 211, 266, 267, 295, 391, H91 Tube: Hammersmith
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Satellite centres
2 ADULT COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTRE (ACLC) Next to Canberra Primary School, Australia Road, White City, W12 7PT

Outreach centres
8 7 3 FULHAM LIBRARY (FRL) 598 Fulham Road, SW6 5NX FULHAM PALACE (FLP) Bishops Avenue, SW6 6EA HURLINGHAM & CHELSEA SCHOOL (HAC) Peterborough Road, SW6 3ED LYRIC HAMMERSMITH (LYR) Lyric Square, W6 0QL MASBRO CENTRE (MAS) 87 Masbro Road, W14 0LR OLD OAK CHILDRENS CENTRE 76 Braybrook Street, W12 0AP PHOENIX HIGH SCHOOL (PHO) The Curve, London W12 ORQ POLISH CENTRE (PSK) 238-246 King Street, W6 ORF WHARF ROOMS Imperial Road, SW6 2PY
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If you need further information about adult learning and skills courses at outreach centres, please call the course information line on: 0845 839 7912. Please note we cannot answer general queries about these centres.

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Amendments to printed material We do our best to ensure that information in this listing is accurate but from time to time we may need to make amendments. For the most accurate and up to date information please visit www.hfals.co.uk

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Training and Development

INVEST IN YOUR BUSINESS

We provide training for staff including:
Health & Safety First Aid Coaching & Mentoring Level 3 CMI Teacher Training Level 3 Project Management Train the Trainer PowerPoint & Presentation Skills IT & Desktop Publishing Business Enterprise and more

We are always adding to our training portfolio and can work with you to develop bespoke courses that suit your needs. Call us on 020 8753 4696 or email hftd@lbhf.gov.uk www.hfals.co.uk
Training and Development Unit Macbeth Centre, Macbeth Street, W6 9JJ

Enrol early and secure your place! Call 0845 839 7912 Email alssinfo@lbhf.gov.uk

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