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Torfaen Adult Community Learning

Spring 2020

Adult Learning For life, for work, for wellbeing

http://www.torfaen.gov.uk/adultcommunitylearning

2 TORFAEN ADULT COMMUNITY LEARNING SPRING TERM 2020

Welcome

Croesyceiliog Community Education Centre

The Highway, Croesyceiliog,

Cwmbran, NP44 2HF

Phone: 01633 647700

Email: [email protected]

Pontypool Community Education Centre

The Settlement, Trosnant Street,

Pontypool, NP4 8AT

Phone: 01495 742600


The Power Station

Blenheim Road, St Dials,

Cwmbran, NP44 4SY

Phone: 01633 647647


How to enrol Page 3

Essential Skills Pages 4-6

Qualification Courses Page 7

e-Learning Courses Page 8

Language Courses Page 9

Saturday Day Schools Page 10

Lifestyle and Leisure Courses

Pages 11-14

Clubs Page 16

Learning can inspire, improve confidence and change lives.

This is your year to make changes. It's your turn to enrich your life, venture into new areas, learn something new and open doors for future opportunities.

Torfaen Adult Community Learning have a wide range of part-time courses, workshops and classes on offer including arts and crafts, cookery, music, health, family learning, photography and digital media. You could also improve your reading, writing and maths, learn how to use a computer, speak a new language, or even gain a qualification to help you get into work.

Whatever you decide to do, we hope you enjoy your time with us and we look forward to welcoming you to one of our Adult Community Learning Centres very soon.

Angela Price Employability and Adult Community Learning Manager

Your local centres

Contents

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You can enrol on a course by telephoning or visiting a centre where our team will be happy to provide you with further information and assist you to enrol.

During term time, our opening hours are Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 9.15pm and Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm. During school holidays, our opening times are Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 4.30pm and Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm.

COURSE INFORMATION GUIDE - see course pages for specific course information

Course Venue

How can I enrol?

WELSH LANGUAGE DELIVERY

Courses are available in Welsh and English. Please indicate your preference when you enrol.

ACCESSIBILITY

Our centres are fully accessible. To ensure that your visit goes well, please contact us in advance of your visit and we will make every effort to support you with your learning.

DISCLAIMER

Torfaen Adult Community Learning takes all reasonable steps to provide the services and courses described in this guide. However, it does not guarantee the provision of such services.

The provision of courses is dependent on there being sufficient demand. The information provided in this brochure is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate at the time of going to print.

We accept no liability for any errors or omissions and we reserve the right to alter, amend or remove courses listed without notice.

Where there is a fee and to guarantee a place on your chosen course, you will need to pay a minimum of 50% of the course fee. The remaining balance can be paid at any time before the commencement of the course, but no later than 4 weeks after the start date. Course places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

NOTE: Courses that are 8 weeks or less must be paid in full at enrolment.

HOW TO PAY

You can pay with a credit or debit card, cheque, cash or a Torfaen Adult Community Learning gift voucher.

Our European funded projects may be able to support your learning costs and help with fees and charges. Please call 01633 647743 for more information.

ADDITIONAL FEES

Where indicated:

*Centre User Membership fees apply

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS

Torfaen Adult Community Learning reserves the right to cancel and change courses. In such cases, a full or proportionate refund will be given. Classes that do not reach the required number of learners will not start. Once enrolled on a course, learners are liable for all costs. No refunds are given unless the course is cancelled.

Fees explained

Additional Information

Course Code Day Start time End time Duration Start Date Fee


English

Improve your confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Work on spelling,

punctuation and grammar. Topics include letter writing, reports, writing creatively,

research, discussion and presentation skills.

Maths

Improve your confidence in basic number skills including the use of fractions, decimals and

percentages. Learn how to use the metric system for DIY projects, interpret graphs and

tables, and understand and use basic financial information.

Digital Skills

Learn how to use your computer, laptop or tablet effectively. Whether you are a complete

beginner or a more experienced user, our courses will help you to make the most of

technology. Gain an understanding of your digital footprint and learn to stay safe online.

Learn how to download apps, shop online, share photos and videos and set up an email

account.

ESOL - English Speakers of other Languages

These courses are designed to meet the needs of people whose first language is other

than English. Courses are available for complete beginners and for those who wish to

develop their English. Improve your confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing

skills. Learn about life in the UK. Learners will be taught in small, friendly groups through a

variety of engaging activities such as group discussions, language games, puzzles and

role play.

Family Learning

Family Learning courses run regularly in many schools in Torfaen. We offer parents and

carers opportunities to find out how they can support their children in learning and at the

same time develop their own skills. Groups are fun and friendly and courses include

Helping your child to learn to read, Helping your child to develop listening skills, Using

poetry and rhyme with a child and Developing a child’s knowledge of number.

ILS - Independent Living Skills

Torfaen Adult Community Learning offers courses for adults with a range of learning

disabilities and difficulties. ILS courses are designed to develop core skills such as

confidence, communication, social skills and skills to live independently. Learning takes

place in small groups in a fun and friendly environment.

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All Essential Skills courses are FREE*

Essential Skills

Essential skills are needed for success, work, learning and life.

They are the foundational skills that make it easier to learn all other skills.

Whatever your starting point, we can help.


Essential Skills and Digital Literacy courses are available

day and evening throughout Torfaen

Join our classes at any time during the year

Ring for details or advice and guidance on a course to suit you

01633 647647


Struggle with reading?

Puzzled by percentages?

Feeling left behind in a

digital world?

Want to help your children

with their homework?

Want to improve your

job prospects?

Want to do more with

your computer?

New Courses Starting Soon

Course Title Venue Day Date Time Duration

My council services online Power Station M 06/01/2020 10:00-12:00 7 weeks

Intro to Teaching Assistants Pontypool CEC Tu 07/01/2020 19:00-21:00 8 weeks

Introduction to Coding Croesyceiliog CEC F 17/01/2020 10:00-12:00 10 weeks

ILS Pottery Croesyceiliog CEC W 29/01/2020 10:00-12:00 15 weeks

Intro to Teaching Assistants Blaenavon W 15/01/2020 09:30-11:30 8 weeks

Managing your money online Power Station M 02/03/2020 10:00-12:00 7 weeks

Intro to Teaching Assistants Pontypool CEC Tu 10/03/2020 19:00-21:00 8 weeks

Intro to Teaching Assistants Pontypool CEC W 18/03/2020 09:30-11:30 8 weeks

New Free Courses for 2020 - Register your interest on 01633 647647

Introduction to Hair and Beauty

Introduction to Ancestry - Find your Family

Essential Skills


Using your computer or device

Learn how to use a laptop or tablet computer

effectively.

Using a keyboard and mouse

Using a computer and tablet computer

Creating and saving documents

Browsing the internet

More internet skills

Gain confidence in using different aspects of the

internet.

Online shopping

Socialising online

Watching and listening online

Learn how to use your computer, laptop and tablet computer effectively. Whether you are a complete beginner or

a more experienced user, our courses will help you to make the most of the technology. Understand your digital

footprint and stay safe online. Learn how to download apps, shop online, share photos and videos and set up an

email account. Learning at a gentle pace with patient and experienced tutors, we will help you to get to grips with

your chosen device.

Essential Skills

Digital Skills

Online basics

Learn how to search and explore the internet,

keep in touch with email and use public services

online.

Using the internet

Using online forms

Using emails

Using search engines

Online safety

If you are already using the internet you may need

to think about staying safe online.

Keeping your device safe

Being safe online

Keeping your personal data safe


Essential Skills and Digital Literacy courses are available

day and evening throughout Torfaen

Join our classes at any time during the year

Ring for details or advice and guidance on a course to suit you

01633 647647


Qualification Courses

Counselling Skills - An Introduction

This course introduces learners to the skills and attitudes necessary in counselling and the difference between counselling and other helping services.

Pontypool CEC

Agored Cymru IAB

Computerised Book Keeping - Certificate Level 2

Develop your understanding of basic skills in using commercially

available accounting software to set up a computerised accounting

system, process business transactions and produce reports.

Pontypool CEC

IT Workshop Levels 1, 2 & 3

Gain a British Computer Society unit qualification in using one of the Microsoft Applications, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access, at level 1, 2 or 3.

Pontypool CEC

DIS003 Th 18:30 20:30 10 weeks 16/01/20 £78.25

BCS

IT Workshop Levels 1 & 2

Gain a British Computer Society unit qualification in using one of the Microsoft Applications, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access, at level 1 or 2.

Croesyceiliog CEC

DIC002 M 12:30 14:30 10 weeks 13/01/20 £78.25

DIS004 W 18:00 21:00 15 weeks 26/03/20 £177.00 FGS008 Th 16:00 18:00 12 weeks 06/02/20 £137.75

RSPH

Infection Prevention and Control for Special Procedures Practitioners - Award Level 2

Are you a tattoo artist, acupuncturists or micro blading professional? This course is designed for special procedures practitioners who need to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of infection prevention in the interest of public health and safety.

Education and Training (EATs) - Award Level 3

The level 3 Award in Education and Training gives people the knowledge and confidence to teach in the post 16 education sector. This could be as a trainer in the private training industry or as a teacher/lecturer in further education settings.

Power Station

Highfield

DGP008 Th 18:00 21:00 15 weeks 27/02/20 £167.55

Food Safety in Catering - Award Level 2

This course is for individuals who are, or intend to be, food handlers working in the catering sector.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FGC006 Sa 09:00 16:30 1 day 15/02/20 £46.65

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Highfield e-Learning

Available qualifications

Introduction to Allergens £45.50

Personal License Holders £49.00

Health and Safety Level 2 £49.00

Customer Service Level 2 £49.00

Food Safety Level 2 £49.00

Understanding Stewarding at Spectator Events Level 2 £89.00

E-Learning Courses

BCS e-Learning

No time to attend a class but would like to gain a qualification?

We offer a range of qualifications where study can be undertaken in your own time using online learning.

At Torfaen Adult Community Learning, we understand the importance of high quality, flexible training options that fit with your life.

Upon completion of the training, examination to gain the qualification is arranged at our Croesyceiliog Community Education Centre.

For advice and guidance or for more information please call 01633 647700.

Highfield is a global leader in work-based and e-learning qualifications with over 250 qualifications

designed to enhance the career prospects of learners by covering multiple sectors.

BCS ensures the digital journey of learners is positive and challenging for a variety of levels and

abilities. With a wide range of qualifications in IT, BCS is able to raise standards and help learners

realise their potential in the technology industry. Through nationally recognised core standards

BCS help broaden skills and expertise in IT to enable learners to unlock their potential through

best practice standards used worldwide.

Qualifications coming soon

Word Processing Software - Microsoft Word 2016

Spreadsheet Software - Microsoft Excel 2016

Presentation Software - Microsoft PowerPoint 2016


German Beginners Year 1 - Continuation

This course is perfect for near beginners or those who are looking to brush up on their German skills. Learners will cover a variety of topics in a supportive environment with an enthusiastic, experienced tutor.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Languages

French Beginners Year 1 - Continuation

This is an ideal place to start if you have studied French at a basic level a while ago or have some knowledge of French from travelling. Topics to include: introducing yourself, alphabet and numbers, family, directions, food and drink. Learn in an informal, friendly environment.

Croesyceiliog CEC

French

FLC006 M 19:00 21:00 15 weeks 27/01/20 £130.50

French Intermediate Year 4 - Continuation

Good basic knowledge required. This class sees top heavy French use during class times. Learn how to use conditional and imperfect tenses, to narrate past tenses or make suggestions.

Croesyceiliog CEC

German Italian

Italian Improvers Year 3 - Continuation

Improve your Italian listening and communication skills in both basic and more complex topics using present, past and future tense.

Power Station

Spanish

Spanish Beginners Year 1 - Continuation

Fun, conversation-led interactive lessons to get you conversing in Spanish at a basic level. This is an ideal place to start if you have studied Spanish at a basic level a while ago or have some knowledge of Spanish from travelling. This course, we aim to cover directions, time & shopping, whilst covering basic grammar with the present tense.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Spanish Improvers Year 2 - Continuation

This is Year 2 of our Spanish course and continues the fun, conversational style. This is the class for you if you are confident conversing at a basic level in the present tense and would like to explore talking about daily routine and leisure, enquiring for information as a tourist or a potential property buyer/renter.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Spanish Improvers Year 3 - Continuation

This is Year 3 of our Spanish course where we continue to focus on speaking and understanding and will be exploring perfect and simple past tenses through the topics of past holidays, describing a weekend away, going to the doctor or pharmacist.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Spanish Intermediate Year 4 - Continuation

This is Year 4 of our Spanish course and is suitable for those who have studied Spanish for a few years and wish to practise the perfect and simple past tenses through the topics of leisure, food and drink, with an emphasis on speaking and understanding.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FLC012 Tu 10:00 12:00 15 weeks 04/02/20 £130.50 FLC014 Th 19:00 21:00 15 weeks 06/02/20 £130.50

FLC018 Tu 18:30 20:30 15 weeks 04/02/20 £130.50 FLC020 W 10:00 12:00 15 weeks 05/02/20 £130.50

FLC016 W 19:00 21:00 15 weeks 05/02/20 £130.50

FLC010 Th 10:00 12:00 15 weeks 06/02/20 £130.50

FLC002 Tu 19:00 21:00 15 weeks 04/02/20 £130.50

FLC004 M 19:00 21:00 15 weeks 09/03/20 £130.50

FLP006 Th 19:00 21:00 15 weeks 27/02/20 £130.50


Saturday Day Schools

Croesyceiliog CEC

Pontypool CEC

Pottery Workshop FAC029 10:00 15:00 18/01/20 £26.25*

Wire Jewellery Workshop FAC046 10:00 14:00 18/01/20 £22.00*

Beauty - Manicures and Pedicures FAC055 10:00 14:00 18/01/20 £22.00*

Woodturning FAC078 10:00 15:00 18/01/20 £38.35*

Bread Making - Everything you knead to know FAC005 10:00 14:00 15/02/20 £17.00

Ceramics - Daffodils FAC018 10:00 15:00 15/02/20 £26.25*

Upcycling Furniture and Painting Techniques FAC052 10:00 15:00 15/02/20 £26.25

Woodturning FAC079 10:00 15:00 15/02/20 £38.35*

Gemology - The Wonder of Gems FAC088 10:00 12:00 15/02/20 £8.50

Calligraphy FAC104 09:30 12:00 15/02/20 £10.63

Charcoal and Pastel Art - An Introduction FAC106 12:30 15:00 15/02/20 £10.63

The 7 Wonders of the World, both Ancient and Modern FGC016 10:00 14:00 15/02/20 £17.00

Food Safety in Catering - Award Level 2 FGC006 09:00 16:30 15/02/20 £46.65**

Sweet Heat - Jamaican Cooking for Beginners FAC012 10:00 14:00 21/03/20 £17.00

Ceramics - Celtic Tiles FAC016 10:00 15:00 21/03/20 £26.25*

Beauty - Nail Art FAC056 10:00 13:00 21/03/20 £17.75

Spring Planters - Willow Weaving Workshop FAS005 10:00 13:00 01/02/20 £17.75*

Pottery Workshop FAS007 10:00 15:00 01/02/20 £22.00*

Wire Jewellery Workshop FAS008 10:00 14:00 01/02/20 £22.00*

Pebble Art Pictures FAS010 10:00 14:00 21/03/20 £23.00*

Bird Feeder - Willow Weaving Workshop FAS011 10:00 13:00 21/03/20 £17.75*

Make a Reversible Tote Bag Workshop FAS013 10:00 14:00 21/03/20 £22.00*

Ancestry - Find your Family FIS001 10:00 14:00 21/03/20 £20.00

*Course materials included in course cost **Qualification fee included in course cost

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Lifestyle and Leisure

Pottery Workshop

This day workshop introduces you to the skills required in pottery and ceramics which will allow you to create your own project. Ideal for a beginner or those with a little more experience.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Pontypool CEC

Ceramics for All

This course introduces or expands the skills required in pottery and ceramics work. Ideal for absolute beginners or those with more experience. Discover pleasure and relaxation through creating your own projects.

Croesyceiliog CEC

The art of beautiful writing

Learn and practice calligraphy by using a range of tools and materials to expand your knowledge and confidence. You will complete a range of practice writings, linking letters and flourishes to develop your skills.

Pontypool CEC

Ceramics and Pottery

Ceramics - Daffodils

This day workshop introduces you to the skills required in ceramics which will allow you to create pottery daffodils. Ideal for a beginner or those with a little more experience.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Ceramics - Celtic Tiles

This day workshop introduces you to the skills required in ceramics which will allow you to create pottery Celtic tiles. Ideal for a beginner or those with a little more experience.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Calligraphy

Manicures and Pedicures

Learn manicure procedure, including nail shaping, cuticle work, hand and arm massage and nail polish application. Learn pedicure procedure, including nail cutting and filing, foot massage and polish application. Learn contraindications and benefits to both treatments.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Beauty

FAC055 Sa 10:00 14:00 1 day 18/01/20 £22.00

Nail Art

Learn manicure procedure, application of polish and nail art techniques.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FAC056 Sa 10:00 13:00 1 day 21/03/20 £17.75

FAC018 Sa 10:00 15:00 1 day 15/02/20 £26.25

FAC016 Sa 10:00 15:00 1 day 21/03/20 £26.25

FAC029 Sa 10:00 15:00 1 day 18/01/20 £26.25

FAC021 M 13:15 15:15 15 weeks 03/02/20 £130.50 FAC023 Tu 18:30 20:30 15 weeks 28/02/20 £130.50 FAC025 W 13:15 15:15 15 weeks 29/01/20 £130.50 FAC027 Th 19:00 21:00 15 weeks 30/01/20 £130.50

Calligraphy

Learn and discover the importance of rhythm and structure in calligraphy by experimenting with different tools, materials and styles. Croesyceiliog CEC

FAC104 Sa 09:30 12:00 1 day 15/02/20 £10.63 FAS006 Tu 18:30 20:30 6 weeks 10/03/20 £52.50

Art and Design

Pebble Art Pictures

Learn the skills needed to create a framed pebble art picture. Materials cost included in course fee.

Pontypool CEC

FAS010 Sa 10:00 14:00 1 day 21/03/20 £23.00

FAS007 Sa 10:00 15:00 1 day 01/02/20 £26.25

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Fashion and Textiles

Advanced Dressmaking Skills

This course will help you to learn new techniques and develop your own projects including pattern drafting and alteration.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Sewing for All

Develop basic hand and machine sewing skills to create or repair your own clothing.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Dressmaking for All

Learn how to make your own clothes, how to read a commercial pattern, choose the right fabric and construction techniques.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Power Station

FAC059 W 09:30 11:30 15 weeks 29/01/20 £130.50

Criminology

An Introduction to Criminology

Learn how criminologists attempt to understand why some people are more or less likely to engage in criminal or delinquent behaviour.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FGC017 M 10:00 12:00 6 weeks 24/02/20 £52.50

FAC061 Tu 09:30 11:30 15 weeks 28/01/20 £130.50

FAP016 W 19:00 21:00 15 weeks 29/01/20 £130.50

Cookery

Bread Making - Everything you Knead to Know

If you knead a bit of inspiration, rest assured. This basic bread making course will knock you back into shape and help you to rise to the challenge.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FAC005 Sa 10:00 14:00 1 day 15/02/20 £17.00 FAC119 M 18:30 21:00 4 weeks 03/02/20 £44.00

Cake Decorating and Sugar Craft

Learn skills and techniques to decorate cakes achieving a professional finish. Make sugar roses and other flowers, learn piping, painting and modelling techniques.

Power Station

FAP002 M 19:00 21:00 10 weeks 13/01/20 £86.50

FAC109 Th 12:30 14:30 10 weeks 23/01/20 £86.50

The Art of Sushi Making

Open the window to a beautiful world of simple Japanese food by trying your hand at making Sushi. A humble, timeless and elegant dish made from vinegared rice and an array of fillings.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FAC115 W 19:00 21:00 4 weeks 05/02/20 £35.50

Vegan Inspirations

You hear this trendy word everywhere, Vegan this and Vegan that… Want to try cooking a few simple vegan recipes that taste great? Go give it a try, it may surprise you. Croesyceiliog CEC

FAC116 W 19:00 21:00 4 weeks 11/03/20 £35.50

Chocolate Art and Chocolate Drip Cakes

Learn the art of tempering chocolate to make chocolate shapes and skills to cover a chocolate drip cake embellished with your chocolate shapes.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FAC121 M 13:00 15:30 2 weeks 02/03/20 £25.25

Spice Entice - Indian Cookery

Learn to make quick and easy Indian dishes from scratch and pick up tips and techniques that will furnish you with the knowledge to tweak recipes.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FAC010 Tu 18:30 20:30 4 weeks 03/03/20 £35.50

Sweet Heat - Jamaican Cooking for beginners

Come and explore a cookery class to help you understand the bold flavours of a soulful nation. From spicy jerk marinades to sweet ackee, let us teach you the beautiful flavours of Jamaica.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FAC012 Sa 10:00 14:00 1 day 21/03/20 £17.00

Pasta Master - Italian Inspirations

Say ciao to bold meals in the home! This course will teach you how to make flavoursome fresh pasta dishes that will have your family and friends saying mamma mia. From tagliatelle to punchy ravioli this course is not to be missed.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FAC007 Tu 18:30 20:30 4 weeks 14/01/20 £35.50

Health and Wellbeing

Soothing Touch - Simple Massage Techniques

Learn how to relax the mind and body of family and friends through simple clothed massage techniques on the head, shoulders, neck, arms and hands.

Power Station

FGP022 Th 19:00 21:00 4 weeks 16/01/20 £35.50

Make a Reversible Tote Bag Worksop

Learn how to make a reversible tote bag out of preloved fabrics.

Pontypool CEC

FAS013 Sa 10:00 14:00 1 day 21/03/20 £22.00

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Guitars for Beginners - Continuation

Continue to develop your basic guitar skills in a friendly group environment.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Watercolours and Drawing Techniques - Beginners

Learn some tips and basic drawing techniques that will enable you to paint, the subject of your choice, with watercolours.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Watercolours and Drawing Techniques - Improvers

Learn some advanced drawing techniques that will enable you to paint, the subject of your choice, with watercolours.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Music

Painting and Drawing

History and Science

The 7 Wonders of the World - both Ancient and Modern

Can you name the 7 Wonders of the Ancient and Modern world? How many have you visited? Do you have a favourite? From the Hanging Gardens of Babylon to the Taj Mahal, come along to this introductory course to learn more about these remarkable constructions.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Ancestry - Find your Family

Learn how to access census and historical records to search for the information you require.

Pontypool CEC

Power Station

Astronomy

The course is aimed at those who have no knowledge of astronomy, as well as those who would like to extend the knowledge they have. All you need is a little curiosity.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FIS001 Sa 10:00 14:00 1 day 21/03/20 £20.00

FIP001 Th 19:00 21:00 5 weeks 30/01/20 £47.00

FGC016 Sa 10:00 14:00 1 day 15/02/20 £17.00

Jewellery

Gemology - The Wonder of Gems

Gemology is the study of gemstones. From precious stones such as diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds to semi precious stones like amethyst and topaz. Learn about colour, clarity and rarity of gems.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Silver Jewellery

Learn how to design and make your own pieces of silver jewellery.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Charcoal and Pastel Art - An Introduction

Learn and discover a variety of creative ways to use charcoal and pastels, in dry and soluble form, to create your own artwork.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Charcoal and Pastel Art

Learn and discover a variety of creative ways to use charcoal and pastels, in dry and soluble form, to create your own artwork.

Power Station

FAP019 Th 18:30 20:30 6 weeks 12/03/20 £52.50 FAC106 Sa 12:30 15:00 1 day 15/02/20 £10.63

FAC088 Sa 10:00 12:00 1 day 15/02/20 £8.50 FAC085 Tu 19:00 21:00 5 weeks 03/03/20 £44.00

FAC097 Th 19:00 21:00 15 weeks 30/01/20 £130.50

Guitars for Improvers - Continuation

If you can strum a few chords already, then this is the course for you. You do not have to have attended previous courses and you don't have to be able to play like Eric Clapton! Come and develop your skills in a group environment.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FAC099 W 19:00 21:00 15 weeks 29/01/20 £130.50

FAC101 M 19:00 21:00 10 weeks 13/01/20 £86.50

FAC033 W 19:00 21:00 15 weeks 29/01/20 £130.50 FAC035 Th 19:00 21:00 10 weeks 16/01/20 £86.50

FAC091 Tu 19:00 21:00 10 weeks 14/01/20 £86.50 FAC094 M 19:00 21:00 10 weeks 13/01/20 £86.50

Wire Jewellery Workshops

Learn wirework, stringing and linking. Learn to use a range of tools and materials to create original jewellery designs.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Pontypool CEC

Wire Jewellery Making

Learn wirework, stringing and linking. Learn to use a range of tools and materials to create original jewellery designs.

Croesyceiliog CEC

FAC041 W 19:00 21:00 10 weeks 15/01/20 £86.50

FAC046 Sa 10:00 14:00 1 day 18/01/20 £22.00

FAS008 Sa 10:00 14:00 1 day 01/02/20 £22.00

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Willow Weaving

Learn how to bend and shape willow, what tools and materials to use, to create something beautiful and practical.

Power Station

Woodturning

Woodturning Day School

Learn or improve your techniques on a lathe or band saw and the use of hand tools to create your own individual project.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Woodturning

Learn or improve your techniques on a lathe or band saw and the use of hand tools to create your own individual project.

Croesyceiliog CEC

British Sign Language

Our BSL course will teach you how to communicate using hand and body movement, lip patterns and facial expressions.

Croesyceiliog CEC

Pontypool CEC

Power Station

Willow Weaving

Creative Writing

Learn to write poetry, short stories, writing for children, essays and articles, in a friendly group environment.

Power Station

FGC014 Tu 12:30 14:30 10 weeks 14/01/20 £86.50

FGS005 Tu 18:30 20:30 10 weeks 14/01/20 £86.50

Bird Feeder - Willow Weaving Workshop

Learn how to bend and shape willow, what tools and materials to use, to create a bird feeder for your garden.

Pontypool CEC

FAS011 Sa 10:00 13:00 1 day 21/03/20 £17.75

FAP013 F 10:00 12:00 10 weeks 17/01/20 £86.50

Writing

Spring Planters - Willow Weaving Workshop

Learn how to bend and shape willow, what tools and materials to use, to create a flower planter for your garden.

Pontypool CEC

FAS005 Sa 10:00 13:00 1 day 01/02/20 £17.75

FAP009 Tu 19:00 21:00 6 weeks 21/01/20 £57.50

FAC064 M 09:30 12:00 12 weeks 06/01/20 £171.60 FAC067 M 18:30 21:00 12 weeks 06/01/20 £171.60 FAC070 Tu 09:30 12:00 12 weeks 07/01/20 £171.60

FAC078 Sa 10:00 15:00 1 day 18/01/20 £38.35 FAC079 Sa 10:00 15:00 1 day 15/02/20 £38.35

Sign Language Upcycling

Upcycling Furniture and Painting Techniques

Learn painting with chalk paint, distressing techniques, wax finish, decoupage with napkins, stencilling and metal leafing. Learn how to make your own chalk paint and finishing wax. Learners can bring in a small item to upcycle. Croesyceiliog CEC

Power Station

FAC052 Sa 10:00 15:00 1 day 15/02/20 £26.25

FAP011 M 18:30 20:30 4 weeks 20/01/20 £35.50

An Introduction to Psychology

The knowledge gained from this course will allow learners to critically evaluate psychological research and have a more in depth understanding of human thought and behaviour.

Power Station

Psychology

FGP004 Tu 19:00 21:00 10 weeks 14/01/20 £86.50

FGP009 Th 18:30 20:30 10 weeks 16/01/20 £86.50

Photography

Moving off auto - Photography for Beginners

Learn how to use your camera in manual mode. Covering shutter speed, aperture and ISO to get the best from your camera.

Power Station

Moving off auto - Photography for Improvers

For learners with a basic knowledge of manual settings. Learn

more about lenses, composition, long exposures and other

creative photography techniques.

Power Station

FGP018 W 18:30 20:30 6 weeks 22/01/20 £52.50 FGP021 Tu 18:30 20:30 6 weeks 10/03/20 £52.50

FGP019 Tu 18:30 20:30 6 weeks 21/01/20 £52.50 FGP020 W 18:30 20:30 6 weeks 11/03/20 £52.50

Enrol on the morning and/or afternoon session

£12 per session for one adult and up to two children aged 5-15 years

Children must be accompanied and supervised at all times

by an adult aged 19+

Call 01633 647647 to enrol

Pre enrolment essential

Enjoy a learning experience with your children A great day to learn something new

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Clubs

Centre Club Day Time Contact

Croesyceiliog

CEC Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft with Val

Monday 19.00 - 21.00 01291 624391

Patchwork and Quilting Monday 14.00 - 16.00 01633 868892

German Intermediate and Conversation

Monday 17.45 - 19.15 19.30 - 21.00

karhowells@ hotmail.com

Tuesday Painters Tuesday 10.00 - 12.00 01633 862194

Cwtchy Quilting Tuesday 12.00 - 15.15 19.00 - 21.00

01873 880424 [email protected]

Cwmbran Woodcarvers Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00 01633 960142

Watercolours with Rosemary Thursday 14.15 - 16.15 01633 679219

Crow Valley Wood Turners www.crowvalleywoodturners.org.uk

Thursday 19.00 - 21.00 01633 647700

Green Valley Quilters 3rd

Saturday 10.30 - 15.00 01633 865291

Gwent Creative Stitch and Textiles

3rd Saturday

10.00 - 15.30 01633 267507

Pontypool

CEC Parchment Card Creation Tuesday 13.00 - 15.00 01495 742600

Watercolours with Rosemary Wednesday 13.00 - 15.00 01495 742600

Yoga Wednesday 13.45 - 15.45 01495 742600

Generation Tappers Thursday 18.00 - 19.00 01495 742600

Rag Rugs Thursday 19.00 - 21.00 01495 742600

Patchwork and Quilting Friday 09.30 - 16.00 01495 742600

Power Station Crochet Club Monday 10.30 - 12.30 01633 862863

Art Club (Painting and Drawing)

Tuesday 09.15 - 12.15 07775 788352

Torfaen Adult Community Learning supports a wide range of popular clubs.

If you would like to join or would like further information, please telephone the club contact number shown.

If you are a club looking for a new venue, we have great facilities to hire. Please contact 01633 647647 for more information.

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