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Aneurin Leisure Adult Community Learning
Courses for Adults
2019 - 2020
Welcome to the Aneurin Leisure Adult Aneurin Leisure Adult Community Learning
Community Learning Brochure 2019 - 2020 Providing a range of learning opportunities
In this brochure you will be able to find information on Aneurin throughout Blaenau Gwent:
Leisure’s courses for 2019/20. We have courses to suit everyone –
whether you wish to learn new skills or improve existing skills. There Ceri Waters - Partnership, Abertillery Learning Action Centre
are courses to help enhance your job prospects, as well as courses Funding and Contracts Manager Alma Street, Abertillery, NP13 1YL
for leisure and pleasure. t: 01495 355319 t: 01495 355 895
e: ceri.waters@aneurinleisure.org.uk e: julie.griffiths@aneurinleisure.org.uk
Aneurin Leisure are continuing to work as part of the Gwent Community Karen Bennett - Adult Brynmawr Learning Action Centre
Learning Partnership, to provide high quality courses for all learners. Community Learning Manager Market Square, Brynmawr NP23 4AJ
t: 01495 355301 t: 01495 355595
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e: karen.bennett@aneurinleisure.org.uk e: julie.griffiths@aneurinleisure.org.uk
Aneurin Leisure is committed to Abertillery Ebbw Vale Learning Action Centre
improving community life through James St, Ebbw Vale NP23 6JG
learning, leisure and culture. t: 01495 355300
Adult Community Learning is an e: carolyn.roberts@aneurinleisure.org.uk
integral part of this commitment, Tredegar Community Education @
providing high quality learning Tredegar Library
opportunities across Blaenau The Circle, Tredegar NP22 3PS
Gwent. t: 01495 355300
e: lowan.reynolds@aneurinleisure.org.uk
We know the benefits of becoming involved in lifelong learning and
understand that people engage with adult learning for a wide variety of
reasons – to improve their employment prospects, to extend their social
networks or to rediscover a passion for learning. Through our network Contents
of Learning Action Centres we provide a range of learning opportunities Computer Courses/IT Qualifications 4 Level 2 - Support Work in Schools 14
which can support you in achieving your aspirations. Essential Skills for IT/Work and Life Courses 5 Cake Decoration 15
Digital Literacy Courses 5 Nuture, Equip, Thrive Project 16
If you would like further details of the learning opportunities in this ECDL - British Computer Society 6 Groups & Clubs 16
Improve your English and Maths 8 Learn Welsh 17
brochure please contact any of our Learning Action Centres. We have
GCSE English and Maths 9 Adult Community Learning 18
learning opportunities starting throughout the year, the details can be Independent Living Skills 10 Room Hire 19
found on our website or call us to find out more information. ESOL 10 General Information 20
Ceri Waters • Partnership, Funding and Contracts Manager
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We would like to wish you the best of luck on your learning journey.
City & Guilds Photography
Level 2 Counselling
Level 3 Counselling
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Blaenau Gwent Libraries
Bridges Into Work
Working Skills for Adults 2
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Computer Courses IT Qualifications Essential Skills for IT Courses - 36 weeks
Essential Skills for IT – there is no charge for these courses, apart from a £5 Starting at an entry level course covering the
annual membership fee. basics of using a computer
The Essential Skills for Work and Life qualification allows learners to develop
communication, numeracy and ICT Skills in a combination, and at a level, that
Essential Skills for IT /
most accurately suits their needs. The qualifications are designed to encourage Work and Life Courses - 36 weeks
problem solving and application of communication, number and ICT so that
learners are able to use these skills with confidence vocationally, educationally, as Venue Day Time
well as at home.
Abertillery LAC Fri 10-12 noon
These courses are offered at entry level 2 up to level 1. Brynmawr LAC Wed 12-2pm
Brynmawr LAC Thur 6-8pm
Cwm Library Thur 10-12 noon
Ebbw Vale LAC Mon 10-12 noon
Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 1-3pm
Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 6-8pm
Ebbw Vale LAC Thur 10-12 noon
Tredegar Library Mon 1-3pm
Tredegar Library Fri 10-12 noon
Digital Literacy Courses - 36 weeks
Venue Day Time
Abertillery LAC Tues 10-12 noon
Brynmawr LAC Wed 2.15-4.15pm
Digital Literacy – an entry level course which will help you to work collaboratively Ebbw Vale LAC Mon 1-3pm
to download and use free apps effectively. Improve your Digital Literacy skills to Tredegar Library Mon 10-12 noon
help you get into work, or improve your prospects in your current job. Tredegar Library Wed 1-3pm
Topics covered include:
• Downloading and Using Free Apps
• Send and Receive Email
• Structuring Folders
• Creativity Tools – using apps such as Coggle, WordCloud,
Google Suite, Microsoft 2016 and much, much more!
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ECDL - British Computer Society BCS IT User Award
Level 2
ECDL BCS Levels 1, 2 & 3 are designed This qualification requires 12 credits from the available units:
specifically for those who wish to gain a • Word Processing (4 credits)
benchmark qualification in computing, to • Spreadsheets (4 credits)
enable them to develop their IT skills and • Database (4 credits)
enhance their career prospects. The European • Presentations (4 credits)
Computer Driving Licence® (ECDL) will be
achieved on completion of the BCS Level 1 Alternatively, learners can be entered for individual units from level 1 up to level 2.
and Level 2 Flexiquals.
ECDL Advanced Single Unit Accreditation
BCS IT User Certificate Level 3
Level 1 This qualification requires 6 credits. This progression course allows learners to
This qualification requires 12 credits and a mandatory unit: develop advanced IT user knowledge and skills needed to work productively in a
Improving Productivity Using IT (3 credits) supervisory / managerial role. It is designed for learners who are looking to gain
The selected units: advances, understanding and capability in the use of IT applications.
• Word Processing (3 credits) Available Units:
• Spreadsheets (3 credits) • Word Processing Software (6 credits)
• Database (3 credits) • Spreadsheet Software (6 credits)
• Presentations (3 credits) • Database Software (6 credits)
• Presentation Software (6 credits)
BCS IT User Award
Level 1 ECDL Courses - 36 weeks
This qualification requires 9 credits from the available units:
• Word Processing (3 credits) Venue Day Time
• Spreadsheets (3 credits)
• Database (3 credits) Abertillery LAC Tues 1-3pm
• Presentations (3 credits) Abertillery LAC Wed 6.30-8.30pm
Brynmawr LAC Wed 9.30-11.30am
Level 2 Brynmawr LAC Tues 6.30-8.30pm
This is a progression course from BCS Level 1, in which you can gain an BCS Level Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 10-12 noon
2 Certificate (ECDL Extra) or the BCS Level 2 Certificate. This qualification requires Ebbw Vale LAC Wed 6.30-8.30pm
at least 16 credits and at most 20 credits (at least 50% of the optional units must Ebbw Vale LAC Thur 1-3pm
be at Level 2 or above) Ebbw Vale LAC Thur 6.30-8.30pm
Mandatory Unit: Improving Productivity Using IT (4 credits)
Tredegar Library Wed 10-12 noon
Select units from:
• Word Processing (4 credits)
• Spreadsheets (4 credits) The cost of ECDL courses is £2 per hour, an annual membership fee of £5, plus
• Database (4 credits) exam fees. Concessions on course fees may apply to those on a low income, or
• Presentations (4 credits) in receipt of certain mean tested benefits. Please contact your centre for more
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information.
Improve your English and Maths - 36 weeks Improve your English and Maths,
Whether you would like to enhance your job prospects, or just improve and update GCSE option - 32 weeks
your skills, these courses are for you - suitable for all levels and abilities. There are These courses are designed to prepare you for WJEC GCSE exams in
no course fees, learners just need to pay a £5 annual membership fee. Courses English and maths for the Summer 2020 exam series. Learners will also be
begin week commencing 9th September 2019. required to gain an Agored Cymru qualification at level 1 or 2.
Improve your English Learners will be assessed prior to enrolment and directed onto the course most
suitable for them. Please contact Nicola Smith for more information on pre course
Venue Day Time assessment tel 01495 355287
Abertillery LAC Thurs 6-8pm
Email nicola.smith@aneurinleisure.org.uk
Brynmawr LAC Tues 6-8pm
Brynmawr LAC Fri 10.30-12.30pm In order to complete the course successfully, learners will need to attend a
Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 10-12 noon minimum of 80% of sessions and must be committed to spend at least a further
Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 11.30-1.30pm 2 hours per week on independent study. Learners wishing to sit the GCSE exam
Ebbw Vale LAC Fri 12-2pm must pay the exam entry fee. For more information please contact Ebbw Vale
Tredegar Library Mon 9.30-11.30am Learning Action Centre 01495 355300 or Abertilllery Learning Action
Centre 01495 355585
Improve your Maths
Course Title Venue Day Time
Venue Day Time
English GCSE Abertillery LAC Thurs 5.30-8.30pm
Abertillery LAC Weds 3.30-5.30pm English GCSE Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 5.30-8.30pm
Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 9.15-11.15am Maths GCSE - Foundation Ebbw Vale LAC Weds 6-9pm
Ebbw Vale LAC Fri 9.30-11.30am
Ebbw Vale LAC Fri 4-6pm Maths GCSE - Intermediate Abertillery LAC Weds 5.30-8.30pm
Tredegar Library Mon 12-2 pm Maths GCSE - Intermediate Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 6-9pm
Maths GCSE - Higher Ebbw Vale LAC Thurs 6-9pm
English/Communication Skills for Employability
- 36 weeks
These free 36 week courses are designed for those who need to improve their skills
to enable them to move into employment, improve their prospects in their current
job or to prepare for entry into vocational qualifications.
Venue Day Time
Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 4-6pm
Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 6.30-8.30pm
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Independent Living Skills - 36 weeks English for Speakers of Other Languages
Independent Living Skills (ILS) are a range of specialised courses, specifically (ESOL) 36 weeks
designed for learners with a learning disability or those experiencing problems with These free 36 week courses are aimed at anyone whose first language is not
their mental health. These courses start week beginning 9th September and cost English, at a range of levels from complete beginners to improvers. All courses
£7 per learner per year, plus a small charge for resources where applicable. contain Citizenship materials, which may lead to a qualification that supports an
For more information contact your local Centre. application to the UK Border Agency for indefinite leave to remain in the UK or for
UK Citizenship. Learners must demonstrate a commitment to attend these courses
regularly and promptly – failure to do so may result in their place being given to
Course Title Venue Day Time
another learner. These courses are increasingly popular and, if courses are full,
ILS Essential Skills Abertillery LAC Mon 10.30-12.30pm learners will be put onto a waiting list until a space becomes available. All learners
ILS Office Skills Brynmawr LAC Mon 10-12 noon must pay a £5 annual membership fee.
ILS iPads Brynmawr LAC Mon 1-3pm
ILS Art and Craft Ebbw Vale LAC Mon 10-12 noon
ILS Essential Skills Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 12-2pm
ILS Pottery Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 1-3pm
Dementia Friendly Pottery Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 3.30-5.30pm
ILS Health and Wellbeing Ebbw Vale LAC Tues 2.15-4.15pm
ILS Cookery for Health Abertillery LAC Weds 2-4pm
ILS Cookery for Health Abertillery LAC Weds 4-6pm
ILS Mixed Craft Ebbw Vale LAC Weds 10-12 noon
ILS Pottery Ebbw Vale LAC Weds 1-3pm
ILS iPads Brynmawr LAC Thurs 10-12 noon
Venue Day Time
ILS Computers Brynmawr LAC Thurs 12.30-2.30pm
Abertillery LAC Tuesday 10-12 noon
British Sign Language – Agored Cymru Brynmawr LAC Wednesday 1-3pm
Ebbw Vale LAC Wednesday 6-8pm
Accredited - 36 weeks Ebbw Vale LAC Thursday 6-8pm
Venue Day Time
Photography for All - Level 2
Ebbw Vale LAC Wednesday 6-8pm
Brynmawr LAC Thursday 6-8pm Ebbw Vale LAC – Wed 7-9pm Course starts wc 9th Sept 2019
This 30 week course is designed for beginners and improvers and will introduce
Course costs are £2 per hour, but concessions learners to the basics of digital photography. Learners will gain Agored Cymru
may be available to those on a low income or accreditation on completion of photographic and written work. The cost of the
in receipt of certain means-tested benefits, plus course is £2 per hour and concessions apply for those on a low income, or in
an annual membership fee of £5. receipt of certain means tested benefits.
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Aim Awards Level 2 Counselling - 36 weeks Aim Awards Level 3 Counselling
The AIM Awards Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills is designed to The AIM Awards Level 3 Certificate in Counselling enables you, the learner,
provide you, the learner, with an introduction to basic counselling skills. You to work towards becoming a reflective practitioner of counselling by
will develop your knowledge of the counselling profession, looking at the considering theories of human development, self-awareness, supervision
role of professional frameworks/codes of conduct and the core personal and issues of difference and diversity.
qualities that enable competent counsellors.
You will carry out a role-play, where you will demonstrate your ability to consciously
You must pass a written examination, which will consist of questions that cover the apply a relevant theoretical approach to a presenting situation/context. You
roots of counselling theory and how theory underpins counselling skills. It examines are trained and assessed in three roles (counsellor, client and observer). You will
your rudimentary understanding of the three main areas of counselling theory and then reflect on content learned in your teaching sessions and role plays with the
how they can relate to counselling practice. aim of introducing reflective practice.
You will also begin to develop your practical skills in developing, maintaining and You are also required to pass a written examination, which will consist of questions
concluding a basic counselling session through role-play, providing you with the that cover a broad range of knowledge and understanding of the three main
skills, knowledge and understanding of practice within the boundaries of an ethical approaches to counselling and the theorists that underpin most counselling
framework. practice. It also enables you to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of
using various approaches to counselling.
You are given the opportunity to acquire counselling skills in one of a choice of four
contexts and are applicable to a wide variety of helping and supporting roles: Is this qualification right for me?
• Introduction to Counselling in the Workplace We recommend that you have achieved the AIM Awards Level 2 Certificate in
• Introduction to Working with Trauma Counselling Skills, prior to studying this qualification.
• Introduction to Working with Grief and Loss
• Introduction to Working with Children and Young People Venue Day Time Start date
EVLAC Thursday 5.30-8.30pm 12th Sept 2019
Is this qualification right for me?
This qualification is suitable for you if you have little or no experience in the subject.
The cost of all counselling courses is £2 per hour, but concessions apply for
It has been designed as the first step in the ladder for professional development
those on a low income, or in receipt of certain means tested benefits. All learners
for aspiring and practising counsellors. This qualification does not lead
will also also have to pay a £5 annual membership fee and an Aim registration
directly to an employed role.
fee of £85 for level 2 and £130 for level 3 (registration costs to be confirmed by
awarding body)
Venue Day Time Start date
EVLAC Monday 10-12.30pm 9th Sept 2019
EVLAC Tuesday 6-8.30pm Feb 2020
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Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools Cake Decoration Courses
- 36 weeks These courses are suitable for those who wish to gain new skills, but don’t
want to gain a qualification. They run for a maximum of 36 weeks – made
These courses are accredited by City and Guilds and are suitable for up of 6 x 6 week courses and are run subject to having a minimum of 8
anyone who is interested in working as a teaching assistant, or for those learners per class. The course fees are £2 per hour, payable in advance
working in schools who wish to gain a formal qualification. There is an at £24 per 6 week course, but concessions may apply for those on a low
extremely high demand for these courses, so potential learners are advised income or in receipt of certain means tested benefits. Participants are also
to apply as soon as possible. required to pay a membership fee of £5 per year, which is used to purchase
resources for centre users.
In order to be accepted onto the level 2 course for September 2019, learners
will need to have a Level 2 qualification in English, Communication or Literacy
– gained within the last 3 years. If you are unsure, please contact Nicola Smith
whose details are given below. The cost of the course is £2 per hour, plus City &
Guilds registration fee – concessions may apply.
If you would like any further information on entry requirements, costs etc,
or wish to apply for a place on this course, please contact Nicola Smith on
01495 355287 or email nicola.smith@aneurinleisure.org.uk
The course tutor is Emma Phillips, an extremely talented multi award winning local
businesswoman. Each 6 week course will allow learners to produce their own
masterpieces for family and friends.
Learners will be required to provide some of their own materials, but these will be
provided for the first session and participants will be told what they need to bring
Venue Day Time
for the rest of the course.
Brynmawr LAC Weds 6-8.30pm
Venue Day Time
Ebbw Vale LAC Tuesday beginners 6.30-8.30pm
Ebbw Vale LAC Wednesday 10-12 noon
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Ebbw Vale LAC Thursday 6.30-8.30pm 15
Believe you can
Nurture Equip Thrive Project
The aim of the project is to support employed people with increasing their
hours, to stay in work if they have a work limited health conditions or
disability, return from sick leave or take on career development opportunities.
The support offered will: Eligibility Criteria
Dysgwch Gymraeg gyda ni!
• Give you the skills to become
competent at completing job
• Live in Blaenau Gwent
• Are of working age
Learn Welsh with us!
applications writing and updating • Employed 1 or more hours per
CV’s and have good interview week Whether you’re a complete Os dych chi’n ddechreuwr
techniques • Have the right to live and work in
• Encourage you to actively take the U.K
beginner or continuing pur neu’n parhau gyda’ch
part in job search and any other to learn Welsh, courses dysgu, mae cyrsiau ar gael ar
activities that would benefit you to are available throughout draws Blaenau Gwent mewn
improve your health or job market Blaenau Gwent at various lleoliadau gwahanol ac ar
situation
• Support you to improve and
locations and convenient amseroedd cyfleus.
manage your health situation times.
Working Skills For Adults 2 is part Dyn ni yma i helpu pob
financed by European Social Fund
We’re here to help all Welsh dysgwr Cymraeg yn ardal
For more information please contact:
learners in the Blaenau Blaenau Gwent, beth bynnag
Caroline, Michelle or Teresa on 01495 355257 / 355258
Or email: teresa.davies@aneurinleisure.org.uk
Gwent area, whatever your yw’ch lefel.
level.
Groups and Clubs Cysylltwch â ni am ragor o
Contact us for more fanylion, i sicrhau eich lle neu
Aneurin Leisure hosts a wide variety of groups and clubs at Ebbw Vale, Abertillery
and Brynmawr LACs, as well as at Tredegar Library. These groups include: Stained information, to secure your dderbyn copi o’n Prosbectws
Glass, Yoga, Art and Craft, sewing, knitting, decoupage, History Society, place on one of our courses diweddaraf.
gentle exercise and much more... or to receive a copy of our
For more information, contact your local Learning Action Centre or Library.
latest Prospectus.
Website
dysgucymraeg.cymru/gwent
How to get in touch. learnwelsh.cymru/gwent
Sut i gysylltu â ni.
Call us
01495 333710
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E-mail us
welsh@coleggwent.ac.uk
Aneurin Leisure Room Hire at Learning Action Centres
Adult and Community Learning There are rooms of various sizes, available for hire at Abertillery, Brynmawr
and Ebbw Vale Learning Action Centres. These rooms are well resourced,
light and airy and are suitable for courses, conferences and a wide range of
community events and activities.
• Free Wi-Fi
Training Programme • IT equipment
Aneurin Leisure Adult and Community Learning Training • Tea and Coffee available
Programme offers a range of off-the-shelf and bespoke training • Reasonable rates
packages, designed to enable you to support your employees to
continue their professional development
Courses Available
Food Safety, level 2
Safeguarding Children and Young People, level 2
First Aid at Work, level 3
Manual Handling, level 2
Customer Service, level 2
Presentation Skills
Contact: Abertillery LAC 01495 355895
Health and Safety at Work, level 2
C.O.S.H.H
ICT Training – including Microsoft Office,
Office 365, Outlook
Also bespoke ICT packages, up to Level 3
For more information please contact:
Rebecca Phillips, rebecca.phillips@aneurinleisure.org.uk tel 01495 355892
Elizabeth Francis, elizabeth.francis@aneurinleisure.org.uk tel 01495 354703
Sian Evans, sian.evans@aneurinleisure.org.uk tel 01495 354705
Contact: Brynmawr LAC Contact: Ebbw Vale LAC
18 01495 355595 01495 355300 19General Information Emergency Class Closure
In the event of a class being closed, due to bad weather or tutor illness, every
Enrolment effort will be made to inform students. Text message is our preferred method of
contacting learners, so please ensure that you put your mobile number onto your
You will be able to enrol on September courses from Monday 5th August, at Ebbw
enrolment form. Also, please ensure that you keep the centre updated of any
Vale and Brynmawr Learning Action Centres. You can enrol for courses at Tredegar
changes to your contact details as soon as possible.
Library on Mon, Tues and Wed 10-1pm throughout August. Please
contact Karen Bennett – Adult Community Learning Manager, 01495
355301, karen.bennett@aneurinleisure.org.uk for details of enrolment
GDPR
days at Abertillery. Aneurin Leisure will process your personal data in accordance with Data Protection
Legislation. For more information and access to privacy notices outlining how we
Courses handle your personal data, please go to the Privacy Policy section of the Aneurin
Leisure website at www.aneurinleisure.org.uk
All course information is correct at the time of going to print, but may be subject to
change. Progression routes advertised are subject to continued Welsh Government Membership Fee
funding. Short courses may be planned during the academic year, check out our
website www.aneurinleisure.org.uk for up to date information. Aneurin All learners pay an annual Membership Fee of £5 for each centre that they attend.
Leisure reserves the right to substitute a tutor if necessary. These funds are used to buy resources for centre users.
Courses will run subject to a minimum number of learners enrolling. If this number
Aneurin Leisure:
is not met:
• Reserve the right to refuse any learner and to dismiss any learner behaving in an
• The course may be cancelled prior to the start and learners who have enrolled improper manner
will be given a full refund. .
• Do not accept responsibility for the loss or damage of learners’ property.
• The course may run for the first 3 weeks, to see if the target number can be Learners must take reasonable care for any personal items, which they may bring
reached. If not, learners will be offered a full refund or given the opportunity to to class, arrange suitable insurance for any personal items and are advised not to
transfer to an alternative course. leave belongings unattended.
Learner Charter
Aneurin Leisure Adult Community Learning is committed to ensuring that all
learners receive the highest quality service. This includes the quality of teaching,
the comfort and safety of students and the equipment provided. If you are unhappy
with any aspect of the service provided to you, please contact Karen Bennett, Adult
Community Learning Manager 01495 355301,
karen.bennett@aneurinleisure.org.uk
Learner Support
If you would like to improve your English or maths, or would like to develop your
study skills, please contact Nicola Smith on 01495 355287
Or email nicola.smith@aneurinleisure.org.uk for details of the free help
available.
20 21Blaenau Gwent Libraries Something for Everyone! Bridges into Work 2
Blaenau Gwent Libraries are committed to services that support your The Bridges into Work 2 project provides
learning. Whether you are taking up a new hobby, finding out about intensive training and mentoring to people
computers, or gaining a formal qualification. We provide a range of in Blaenau Gwent who are over 25 years
books and activities to help you achieve your ambitions. Our libraries are of age and not working. The aim of the
accessible community venues that are open to everyone. project is to support local people to gain the
• Free to join • Free family history resources skills, confidence and experience to help
• Space to study in friendly, relaxed • Free on-line resources them move towards employment.
surroundings • Free request service (books available
• Free computer use to order from all Welsh Libraries) Voluntary Work Experience Free Courses & Qualifications
• Free eBook service, which includes a • Signposting and partnership working
range of 25,000 titles • Health and Wellbeing support Improve skills, qualifications and CVs • ECDL (MS Office 2016)
• Free WI-FI • Wide range of Children’s services with voluntary work experience and • Computers Don’t Bite
gain an up-to-date reference. • Computer Maintenance
• Wi-Fi printing at Ebbw Vale Library including Storytimes and Under 5’s
• Confidence Building
• Printing, scanning and photocopying sessions • Office Administration • Controlling Anxiety
services • Reading Groups • Hospitality • Food Safety
• Free help with your children’s • Knit and Natter groups • Care • Lift Truck Training
homework • Local history support • Teaching Assistants • Health and Safety
• Help with Job-searching and CVs • Enquiries on all subjects • Leisure • Improve Your English and Maths
• One to one basic computer support • Home delivery service • Retail • Paediatric First Aid
• Adult Literacy help • Hair and Beauty • First Aid
• Outdoor Work • SIA
• CSCS
New – Free E-books and E-Audio Service – “ BorrowBox” Tailored employment packages …and much more
available.
Universal Credit Hubs Who can receive support?
Help with UC accounts, CVs, Eligibility rules:
applications, job search and digital
support. 25 or over
Not working
Monday, 10–11am, Tredegar Library Live in a non-Communities First area
Wednesday, 9.30–11.30am, Brynmawr
Library Find us on FACEBOOK
Friday, 10–11am, Ebbw Vale Library
For more information contact your local library For more information contact Bridges into Work 2
Tredegar 01495 357869 Blaina 01495 290312
2
01495 355299/356019 or 07398 546437
Brynmawr 01495 357743 Abertillery 01495 355646
Ebbw Vale 01495 355055 Cwm 01495 370454
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financed by European Social Fund
Or email: blaenaugwentlibraries@aneurinleisure.org.uk Pontydd i Waith
Bridges into WorkWorking Skills for Adults 2
The Working Skills for Adults 2 project provides FREE qualifications and
training, to people in Blaenau Gwent who are working.
The aim of the project is to support local people to gain the skills to help
them progress in a current job role or to support a career change.
FREE Courses & Qualifications
• First Aid
• Food Hygiene
• Health & Safety in A construction Environment (CSCS)
• Introduction to Teaching Assistant
• Introduction to care
• Safeguarding Children & Young People
• Customer Services
• Personal Licence (Alcohol)
• Health & Safety in The Workplace
• Manual Handling
• C.O.S.H.H (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
Additional support available: Who can receive support?
• CV Writing Eligibility rules:
• Interview skills
• Job search • Working more than 1hr per week
• Job applications • Living in Blaenau Gwent
• Hold level 2 or below qualifications
For more information contact Working Skills For
Adults 2 on 01495 354703/01495 354705
wsfa2@aneurinleisure.org.uk
FACEBOOK– Working Skills For
Adults 2 Blaenau Gwent
Working Skills for Adults
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Working Skills For Adults 2 is part financed by European Social FundAneurin Leisure is an exciting venture which
delivers leisure, learning and cultural services
across Blaenau Gwent.
As a community focussed
organisation, we are passionate
about making a positive impact
to people’s lives by not only
improving physical health and
wellbeing, but also their mental
and social wellbeing through
our diverse range of services
and facilities.
•A chieve your goals with our
Sports Centres
• Explore your possibilities with
Libraries and Adult Community
Learning.
• Discover a world of relaxation and
adventure with Parc Bryn Bach and
Bedwellty House & Park
• Experience the world of arts and
culture at The Met
Aneurin Leisure is a Not for Profit Distributing
Organisation, which means that every time
you use one of our venues or services, the
money you spend is reinvested back into
our organisation, helping us to continue
to provide a high standard of facilities and
services across Blaenau Gwent.
For more information visit
www.aneurinleisure.org.uk or find us on
facebook and twitter
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