This course focuses on building your confidence so that you can start setting yourself future goals. You will be encouraged to take part in group discussions aimed at recognising your potential and developing your overall confidence. You will also explore ways of promoting relaxation and wellbeing such as physical and mental exercises, recognise the causes of stress and how to manage them and the role of nutrition in a healthy lifestyle.
Course aim
This course looks at topics such as self-esteem, self-motivation and self-confidence and is also a refresher course for people who have been out of work.
Do I need any particular skills or experience?
- No skills or experience needed
- This course is for beginners
- This course is for students who attend a specific centre only. For more information please call 0300 303 3464
By the end of the course I should be able to:
- Practice 1-3 methods that reduce your individual stress response(s)
- Recognise how good nutrition can support a healthy lifestyle
- Take part in small group discussions on topics chosen by students.
- Plan, prepare and deliver a short presentation on a topic of your choice.
- Answer interview style questions with a fellow classmate (mock interview).
How will I be taught?
- The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning
- You may be asked to undertake additional work in your own time to support your learning
- You will be expected to carry out a range of activities in your own time
What kind of feedback can I expect?
- A range of informal activities will be used by the tutor to see what you are learning which may include quizzes, question and answer, small projects and discussion
- You will have opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor
- You will be encouraged to share your work with the group and discuss your learning
- There will be a number of tasks appropriate to your course such as written work, creating art or craft, video, photography or small projects. Some of these may be marked to help you progress
What else do I need to know?
- A selection of materials and basic equipment will be provided but you are welcome to bring additional materials with you
- It would be helpful if you had access to the internet (Mobile phone, tablet or computer at home or through a library etc.)
- You may wish to bring a blanket/large bath towel/travel rug to keep yourself warm during Monday's relaxation sessions and wear appropriate loose fitting comfortable clothes (layers, so you can add/remove as necessary). Bring a bottle/flask of water to stay hydrated.
Pre-course work, reading and information sources
- No pre reading or pre course work is required
What can I do next?
- Progress to another WEA course
- Progress to a course with another provider
- Become involved with the WEA in a range of voluntary work and other activities including campaigning as a WEA member
- Become involved as a volunteer for a WEA partner or another organisation
- Access the WEA What Next? booklet here http://www.wea.org.uk/learn-wea/what-can-i-do-next
- Please also see your mentor for additional opportunities
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