Courses to build life skills

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What are life skills?

Simply put, they are skills that make everyday life easier. Life skills include cooking, budgeting, communicating with others, health, well-being and managing emotions. Sometimes this means learning new things, and sometimes it means building on things you already know.

Sometimes adulting can be hard. These courses can help make it feel just that bit easier, make you feel more independent and empower you to face the future ahead.

Small steps to larger goals

You don’t have to have big goals in mind. Just take small steps towards boosting your skills and improving your wellbeing. Whether it is learning to budget better or cook healthier food. Building your confidence or gaining independence. There is a course for you.

When you study with us, you will:

  • Build your confidence
  • Learn new life skills
  • Improve your everyday life and wellbeing

Take a look at our great range of courses and start making a positive change today.

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Help your Child with Numeracy Multiply

Support your child's numeracy development with our Help Your Child with Numeracy course. Learn effective strategies and techniques to assist your child with maths. Ideal for parents and carers looking to enhance their child's numeracy skills.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/11/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EY
Tutor:
Gillian Futcher
Course code:
Q00017111
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Maths for Work (Multiply)

Here at the аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ö±²¥ we believe in bringing education within reach of everyone. Our maths for work course is designed to give everyone the opportunity to learn and develop the essential numeracy skills they need to succeed at any age. This course is aimed at employed people looking to improve their Maths skills to help them at work. We want to help people to improve their ability to understand and use maths in daily life. This Maths for work course is an opportunity to learn new skills to support you no matter what role you play in work. You will be able to understand how to use new maths skills to support you in your career progression but these skills can also be used to support your children's homework, along with managing finances and using Maths in daily life at home too.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/11/2024 -
Tue 26/11/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Derek Robinson
Course code:
Q00019269
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Multiply: Everyday skills for life at Thornage Hall

This course, funded through Multiply in Norfolk, aims to empower individuals with essential everyday life skills. Participants will engage in practical sessions covering topics like budgeting, art, digital literacy, and effective communication. Tailored to the needs of the Thornage Hall community, the course emphasises hands-on learning and real-world applications to enhance independence and confidence. Whether you’re looking to improve your financial management, acquire new skills, navigate technology, or boost interpersonal skills, this course offers the tools and support needed to thrive in daily life.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 07/11/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024
Times:
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Thornage Hall Independent Living
Sharrington Road
Thornage
Holt
Holt
NR25 7QH
Tutor:
Laura Howsen
Course code:
Q00019020
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Learn Excel and managing finances

This Multiply course, offered online by аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ö±²¥ in Essex, is perfect for beginners without a Level 2 maths qualification who want to upskill in Excel and financial management. This course provides a foundation in using Excel for budgeting, creating basic formulas and financial tracking—key skills for today’s job market. You’ll learn basic Excel functions, financial calculations, and practical problem-solving tailored to real-world financial scenarios. With flexible online learning and support from an experienced tutor, this course helps you build confidence in handling finances, enhancing your employability and preparing you for work-ready roles.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 07/11/2024 -
Thu 07/11/2024
Times:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Chris George
Course code:
Q00019258
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

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Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Multiply - Maths for Work

This Multiply Maths for Work course, is designed to help you build confidence in everyday math skills. You'll learn how to solve practical problems using basic math, like adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing. We'll cover topics such as working with percentages, fractions, and measurements, all with real-life examples. The course is perfect for those who want to improve their math for work, study, or daily tasks. By the end, you'll feel more prepared to tackle math in real-world situations. This course is suitable for beginners and anyone needing a refresher.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 11/11/2024 -
Mon 16/12/2024
Times:
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Marlene Clarke-Davis
Course code:
Q00019479
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Multiply - Maths for Work

This Multiply Maths for Work course, is designed to help you build confidence in everyday math skills. You'll learn how to solve practical problems using basic math, like adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing. We'll cover topics such as working with percentages, fractions, and measurements, all with real-life examples. The course is perfect for those who want to improve their math for work, study, or daily tasks. By the end, you'll feel more prepared to tackle math in real-world situations. This course is suitable for beginners and anyone needing a refresher.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 12/11/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024
Times:
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Ekta Vishrolia
Course code:
Q00019074
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Multiply: Maths for Construction Workers

This Multiply Maths for Construction Workers course builds essential numeracy skills tailored for those in or aspiring to join the construction sector. Spanning six 2-hour sessions, this course covers practical applications such as measurement conversions, area and perimeter calculations, and mixing ratios, all within a construction context. By focusing on real-world examples, learners gain confidence using maths to enhance accuracy and efficiency in their work.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 12/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:00am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00019674
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Multiply: Maths for Construction Workers

This Multiply Maths for Construction Workers course builds essential numeracy skills tailored for those in or aspiring to join the construction sector. Spanning six 2-hour sessions, this course covers practical applications such as measurement conversions, area and perimeter calculations, and mixing ratios, all within a construction context. By focusing on real-world examples, learners gain confidence using maths to enhance accuracy and efficiency in their work.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 12/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
11:30am - 1:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00019675
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Multiply: Maths for Support workers in School

Q00019676

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 12/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00019676
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Multiply: Maths for the Care Workers

This Multiply Maths for Care Workers course introduces key numeracy skills needed in the care sector. Over six 2-hour sessions, learners will cover practical applications, including medication dosages, unit conversions, reading charts, and managing time effectively, helping participants apply maths confidently in routine care tasks.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 13/11/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:00am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00019680
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free