Tuesday 6 – 9 pm or Friday 1 – 4 pm.
Start Dates: Tuesday 24th April 2012 / Friday 27th April 2012
This advanced level English course prepares international students for taking the IELTS test. A score in this test is required by most universities as a condition of entry if your first language is not English.
The course also aims to improve English skills for those international students wishing to work or train in a professional or academic environment. This course can lead to an IELTS test qualification.
Future Opportunities include progression into other academic or vocational courses, training or employment.
Duration: 10wks / 30hrs
Cost: £150
(This course is for men and women)
Friday 1pm – 3pm (starting 27th January 2012)
This course enables students to understand the basic principles of interior design with particular emphasis on space, colour, lighting, pattern, texture, scale and combining historical style with contemporary ideas. Learners will be expected to purchase some of their own materials. CAD packages will not be covered.
Duration: 10wks/20hrs
Cost: £60/£20(concessions)
(This course is for women only)
This is an introduction to Home maintenance skills. You will gain confidence and learn basic skills allowing you to carry out your own home DIY projects. No previous qualifications are necessary.
Duration: 10wks/30hrs
Cost: £95/£30(concessions)
(This course is for women only)
Tuesday 6pm – 8pm
This course is more suited for those with some experience in the use of their digital cameras who would like to develop their photographic skills further.
Duration: 10wks/20hrs
Cost: £60/£20(concessions)
(This course is for men and women )
Wednesday 6pm – 8pm
Got a digital camera or never used one before? Learn how to take professional quality photographs and pick up helpful hints and tips to get the best shots in fast and practical course.
Duration: 10wks/20hrs
Cost: £60/£20(concessions)
(This course is for men and women)
Monday 1 – 3pm (starting 30th January 2012)
or Wednesday 6-8pm (starting 1st February 2012)
This course is designed for those who wish to learn how to recycle and change basic garments. Be inspired … an exciting programme of a range of art and craft disciplines. Take home new skills, imaginative ideas and your own hand crafted works of art. Gain the know-how to customise clothing to create an individual fashion statement or gorgeous home accessories.
Duration: 10wks/20hrs
Cost: £60/£20(concessions)
(This course is for women only)
Thursday 1pm to 3pm
This course is more suited to those with some experience who would like to develop their skills further. Learners on this course have usually completed the beginners course.
Duration: 10wks/20hrs
Cost: £60/£20(concessions)
(This course is for women only)
Wednesday 1pm to 3pm
This course is suitable for new writers as well as for those with some experience who would like to develop their skills. it will help you to identify your strengths and interests as a writer by giving you the opportunity to write in a range of genres: fiction, poetry, biography and autobiography. the course is suitable not only for aspiring writers, but for anyone with a strong interest in reading and writing who would like to deepen their understanding of the creative process.
Duration: 10wks/20hrs
Cost: £60/£20(concessions)
(This course is for women only)
Day and time tbc
A knowledge of 3 or 4 chords and the ability to move quickly between them is required for this course. you will be introduced to basic theory about how chords are constructed and how they relate to each other. You will learn how to increase your chord repertoire and expand your knowledge of songs. Anyone who has completed the beginners course will find this a natural progression and it should equip you to progress independently on your own afterwards.
Duration: 10wks/20hrs
Cost: £60/£20(concessions)
(This course is for men and women)
Day and time tbc
Learn the basics of how to play the guitar in just 10 weeks. fantastic course for those interested in learning how to play the guitar.
Duration: 10wks/20hrs
Cost: £60/£20(concessions)
(This course is for men and women )
Course starting September 2012
2.5 days per week
This course prepares women for study at University, with a large number pursuing new careers and seeing changes in their lives they never thought possible. Key topics covered during this course are: Web Design, Programming, Introduction to Business Management and Developing and Using Research Skills .
(This course is for women only)
Course starting September 2012
1 day / 6hrs per week
This is a qualification for anyone active in Housing, whether as a paid worker, tenant or volunteer. This course includes a range of visits and visitors, extensive research into Housing issues, learning to give PowerPoint presentations and production of a personal development Plan.
(This course is for men and women)
Course starting February 2012
Tues 9.30am – 4.30pm
This is an introductory vocational qualification for the housing sector. The Course includes visits to several housing projects, a job application workshop session, a work placement and production of a Personal Development Plan.
(This course is for men and women)
Course starting September 2012
2.5 days per week
This course prepares women for jobs in the housing or building maintenance sector. Students will gain a wide range of skills which may include plastering, joinery, tiling, bricklaying, use of power tools, environmental skills, painting and decorating. This is a practical course. (This course is for women only)
Wed & Thurs 9.30am-4.30pm / Fri 9.30am-12.30
This course prepares women for jobs in the housing or building maintenance sector. Students will gain a wide range of skills which may include plastering, joinery, tiling, bricklaying, use of power tools, environmental skills, painting and decorating. This is a practical course.
(This course is for women only)
A brand new course for 2012 for 16 to 18 year olds at The Health Place at Blackburne House.
The Health Place at Blackburne House provides women with a place in which they can relax and participate in activities to improve their health and wellbeing as well as their personal and social development. The Health Place is unique in both the range of activities available to women and its active promotion of a holistic approach to health. Additionally, The Health Place provide women with training and education in an environment of safety and inspiration.
This course is an introduction to the massage therapy industry, and could be an access to level 3 courses, or a route into work as an assistant in a salon, clinic or in the care industry.
Potential Occupations include: Massage Therapist, Massage Practition.
Progression Routes: Further Level 2 or Level 3 courses in September 2012.
Course runs: January 24th 2012 to June 26th 2012 (20 weeks)
Tuesdays 10am to 4pm
Contact Fiona Jones on 0151 708 3912 or email FionaJones@BlackburneHouse.co.uk to book your place or find out more.
September 2012 start
This course is designed for young women 16 to 18, it’s a free course for students who are interested in pursuing a career in complementary therapies. The course will include;
September 2012 start
Mon & Tues 9.30am-4.30pm / Wed 9.30am-12.30
This course provides an excellent insight into the uses and application of I.T. You will be provided with work experience enabling you to use your skills in a real working environment. Unlike many other educational institutions, Blackburne House will work to find your work placements. Amongst other topics on this course you will study Word Processing, Database and PowerPoint software.
February 2012 start
Tues 9.30am – 4.30pm
This is an introductory vocational qualification for the housing sector. The Course includes visits to several housing projects, a job application workshop session, a work placement and production of a Personal Development Plan.
February 2012 start
Mon & Tues 9.30am-4.30pm
This course prepares women for jobs in the housing or building maintenance sector. Students will gain a wide range of skills which may include plastering, joinery, tiling, use of power tools, environmental skills, painting and decorating. This is a practical course.
February 2012 start
Thu 9.30am – 4.30pm & Fri 9.30am- 4.30pm
This course is designed for young women 16 to 18, it’s a free course for students who are interested in pursuing a career as a chef/cook . This course includes;
January 2012 start
Thurs 9.30am –12.30pm
This course offers you the chance to improve your English skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification. It can help improve your work prospects and prepare you for further study. It will also improve confidence. Skills will be assessed at the start so you can concentrate on the areas you need to develop.
Fri 1.30pm –4.30pm
This course offers you the chance to improve your Maths skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification. It can help improve your work prospects and prepare you for further study. It will also improve confidence. Skills will be assessed at the start so you can concentrate on the areas you need to develop.
Course starts 07/02/2012
Thu 9.30am – 4.30pm
Career and new development for Young Women
Designed for young women aged between 16-18. It will provide students with the opportunity to develop both social and practical skills to access employment and further education.
January 2012 start
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm
This is a basic course that aims to develop your skills in ICT and make you more employable. During this level 1 course you will study word processing and internet skills.
(January 2012 start)
Thu 9.30am – 4.30pm
This course is designed for young women 16 to 18, it’s a free course for students who are interested in pursuing a career in event management. This course is an introduction to this growing industry and the focus is to equip students with the approaches and tactics in planning event management activities.
(January 2012 start)
Mon 9.30am-4.30pm
This course is designed for young women 16 to 18, it’s a free course for students who are interested in pursuing a career in complementary/holistic therapies. This course is an introduction and is designed as a starting point for young women who are interested in a career in holistic therapies. Students will also have the opportunity to gain qualifications in English and Maths.
Courses starting January 2012
Numeracy: Fri 1.30pm –4.30pm Literacy: Thurs 9.30am –12.30pm
These courses offer you the chance to improve your Maths or English and gain a nationally recognised qualification. They can help improve your work prospects and prepare you for further study. It will also improve confidence. Skills will be assessed at the start so you can concentrate on the areas you need to develop. (This course is for women only)
Fri 1.30pm –4.30pm Thurs 1.30pm –4.30pm
These courses offer you the chance to improve your Maths or English and gain a nationally recognised qualification. They can help improve your work prospects and prepare you for further study. It will also improve confidence. Skills will be assessed at the start so you can concentrate on the areas you need to develop.
Thursdays & Fridays 9.30 – 14.30
Start Date: 16th April 2012 to 29th June 2012
This is a free 10 week course, with free childcare for recent arrivals to the UK from outside the EU. (under 10 years but not available to refugees or asylum seekers)
The course provides information about living in the UK, helps improve your English, boost your confidence, as well as make friends.
It is both informative and fun, with exciting trips and visits to places of interest around Merseyside.
(This course is for women only)
This project and its actions were made possible due to co-financing by the European Fund for the Integration of third-country nationals
Tuesday 6 – 9 pm or Friday 1 – 4 pm.
Start Dates: Tuesday 24th April 2012 / Friday 27th April 2012
This advanced level English course prepares international students for taking the IELTS test. A score in this test is required by most universities as a condition of entry if your first language is not English.
The course also aims to improve English skills for those international students wishing to work or train in a professional or academic environment. This course can lead to an IELTS test qualification.
Future Opportunities include progression into other academic or vocational courses, training or employment.
Duration: 10wks / 30hrs
Cost: £150
(This course is for men and women)
Course starting February 2012
Mon 9.30am -12.30pm / Wed 9.30am -4.30pm
This course will help you to use your already solid level of English in a wide range of situations, to build up your confidence in speaking English and will enlarge your vocabulary to get ready for future employment or further academic study. This course will lead to a Trinity Speaking & Listening Level 1 qualification. (This course is for women only)
Course starting February 2012
Tues 9.30am -12.30pm / Thurs 9.30am -4.30pm
This course at advanced level will help you using your spoken English in a more professional way. This course will lead to a Trinity Speaking & Listening Level 2 qualification. (This course is for women only)
Tues 9.30am -12.30pm / Thurs 9.30am -4.30pm
This course at advanced level will help you using your spoken English in a more professional way. This course will lead to a Trinity Speaking & Listening Level 2 qualification.
(This course is for women only)
Mon 9.30am -12.30pm / Wed 9.30am -4.30pm
This course will help you to use your already solid level of English in a wide range of situations, to build up your confidence in speaking English and will enlarge your vocabulary to get ready for future employment or further academic study. This course will lead to a Trinity Speaking & Listening Level 1 qualification.
(This course is for women only)
January 2012 start
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm
This is a basic course that aims to develop your skills in ICT and make you more employable. During this level 1 course you will study word processing and internet skills.
Course starting September 2012
2.5 days per week
This course provides an excellent insight into the uses and application of I.T. You will be provided with work experience enabling you to use your skills in a real working environment. Unlike many other educational institutions, Blackburne House will work to find your work placements. Amongst other topics on this course you will study Word Processing, Database and PowerPoint software.
(This course is for women only)
Mon & Tues 9.30am-4.30pm / Wed 9.30am-12.30
This course provides an excellent insight into the uses and application of I.T. You will be provided with work experience enabling you to use your skills in a real working environment. Unlike many other educational institutions, Blackburne House will work to find your work placements. Amongst other topics on this course you will study Word Processing, Database and PowerPoint software.
(This course is for women only)
Course planned for May 2012 - Monday 6pm-9pm
This is an introduction to tiling which will help you with all those tiling jobs around the house or give you the underpinning knowledge necessary to take this further. The principals of tiling will be taught in a practical way, equipping you with real take home skills to get you started.
(This course is for women only)
Duration:5 wks/3hrs per week
Cost: £45 / £15 concessions
Course planned for May 2012 – Wednesday 6pm – 9pm
A fun course suitable for all women who want to learn the useful skill of plastering.
(This course is for women only)
Duration:5 wks/3hrs per week
Cost: £45 / £15 concessions
Course planned for February 2012
This course will provide you with basic skills to keep your computer running at an optimum level and will also provide you with some basic skills in diagnosing and fixing common faults including audio, display and internet connection problems. protect your PC with up to date anti-virus software and set parental controls for peace of mind.
(This course is for women only)
Duration: 5wks/2hrs per week
Cost: £30 / £10 concessions
Course planned for February 2012
The Web Design industry continues to grow. Nowadays most businesses have their own website and many individuals are also setting up and running websites too. So it’s no surprise that web designers are much sought after. It’s one of the fastest growing job areas. Taking a web design course with us will give you the skills you need to create professional websites quickly and easily.
(This course is for women only)
Duration: 10wks/2hrs per week
Cost: £60 / £20 concessions
Course planned for February 2012
Always wanted to ‘tweet’ or upload your present ‘status’? Get to grips with the ever increasing social networking communities and join Twitter or Facebook!
Ever wanted to buy or sell on eBay but unsure how to begin? Find out how to make the most of eBay, from preparing photographs through to security tips for safe trading.
(This course is for women only)
Duration: 5wks/2hrs per week
Cost: £30 / £10 concessions
Course starting September 2012
3 hrs per week
This is the next step from the PTTLS and is the required qualification for people wishing to teach on public funded courses and / or funded courses within an Associate Teacher role.
Students will be required to have access to and undertake 30 hours of teaching practice. This course is assessed by externally set assignments, a portfolio of work and teaching and learning observations.
(This course is for men and women)
Courses starting September 2012
Mon 9.30am –12.30pm or Tues 6.00pm-9.00pm
This purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to teaching and delivering training as well as equipping participants with the necessary skills to support learners.
This is an introduction qualification that all new teachers in the learning and skills sector must complete.
(This course is for men and women)
