[email protected] | 020 7297 7297 | www.waes.ac.uk | ADULT LEARNING LISTING 2019–20 ENROL NOW Westminster Adult Education Service offers daytime, evening and weekend qualifications and short courses for leisure and employment. For course information in full, visit www.waes.ac.uk/courses *Fees information - Course funding and government loans available to those eligible for courses indicated. Speak to an advisor to see if you qualify. ENROL NOW • Accounting • Business • Ceramics • Childcare • English • ESOL (Free*) • Fashion • Fine Art • Floristry • Graphic Design • Hairdressing • Health & Social Care • ICT • Languages • Media Make-up • Maths • Fitness and Personal Training Contact Us For directions, centre opening times and details of further drop-in advice sessions throughout 2019, please visit www.waes.ac.uk [email protected] | 020 7297 7297 | www.waes.ac.uk | Lisson Grove 219 Lisson Grove, London, NW8 8LW Amberley Amberley Road, London, W9 2JJ Pimlico Lupus Street, London, SW1V 3AT Published December 2019 • Information correct at the time of going to print Visit and enrol now ESOL courses at beginner and intermediate levels run regularly throughout the year. We offer part-time and full-time courses during the day, evening and at the weekends for permanent or temporary residents in the UK. Our teaching staff are fully-qualified with years of experience to help you develop your English reading, writing, speaking and listening skills which lead to recognised qualifications. For more information and advice please call our hotline number 020 7297 7297 or e-mail [email protected]We are here to help! FREE* English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Funding and Support Online Learning 020 7297 7297 | [email protected] | www.waes.ac.uk If full or part-time study is difficult for you, we have an excellent range of online learning opportunities that you can complete in your own time. We offer great support for your learning. Visit a WAES centre to advice and take an assessment to find out which level is suitable for you. * Subject to Terms & Conditions • Entry Level 1 Beginners ESOL Preparation • Entry Level 1 Beginners ESOL • Entry Level 1/Entry 2 ESOL Grammar and Writing • Entry Level 2 & 3 Pre-intermediate and Intermediate ESOL Preparation • Entry Level 2 Pre-intermediate ESOL • Entry Level 3 Intermediate ESOL • Entry Level 3/Level 1 ESOL Grammar and Writing • Entry Level 3/Level 1 ESOL Intermediate and Upper Intermediate • Level 1 Presentation Skills ESOL • Level 1 Upper Intermediate ESOL • Level 1 Upper Intermediate/Level 2 Advanced ESOL • Level 2 Advanced ESOL ESOL Course Levels and Progression: Advanced Learner Loans Advanced Learner Loans are available for individuals aged 19 or above to undertake approved qualifications at levels 3 to level 6 at an approved provider in England. These loans give you access to financial support for tuition costs similar to that available in higher education and are administered by Student Finance England. You can find out more at www.waes.ac.uk/ services/loans Our exciting new range of short creative courses Unearth a new passion or take the next step in your creative journey with our exciting new programme of creative courses. Learn to express yourself through visual arts or learn a useful new skill. We have developed a range of taster sessions, deeper explorations and longer courses for every level of skill. The portfolio covers art, ceramics, crafts, sewing, floristry, jewellery making, hair, make-up, photography, design and baking. We will be adding new programmes constantly, so it is well worth keeping an eye on our website. Ceramics Come along to our spacious, bespoke ceramics facilities for a short pottery course. Learn everything from wheel- throwing to figurative sculpture to glazing and surface decoration at a pace to suit you under the guidance of our professional tutors. Contemporary Crafts We are offering a variety of fun-filled workshops and longer programmes in subjects as diverse as candle making, soap making, learning the art of Encaustic wax painting and making cards. Cooking & Baking Explore your skills with a range of courses covering everything from making the perfect artisan bread to whipping up some choux buns and eclairs. Fashion & Textiles Come along for a crash course in a specialised area in fashion and textiles. Whether you’re a complete novice looking to learn something new or an expert who wants a chance to practice what you love, you’re sure to feel welcome in a short course at WAES. Fine Art & Design Explore your creative side as our professional tutors guide you through a range of artistic techniques. Not only do you learn new skills and techniques, but you also work to briefs to produce pieces of art that you can truly be proud of. Floristry These popular courses, including contemporary floral designs, special occasions and practical flower conditioning courses are ideal for those looking to pursue their passion for flowers as a hobby or you might be inspired to go on to one of our qualification courses. Hair & Make-up Our short courses in hairdressing and make-up are great if you want to learn or improve your skills and are suitable for all levels. Come along to our bespoke hair-dressing and make-up studio and learn something new! Jewellery Making Come and learn to make beautiful earrings, rings, beads and more. Our professional tutors will teach you the basics of jewellery making and design in a series of fun-filled short courses. Photography, Graphics & IT We have an exciting range of courses that explore photography, basic graphics projects and using your computer in profitable and interesting ways. These courses are great for beginners as they aim to help you understand different areas and techniques and build upon your existing skills. Visit www.waes.ac.uk/department/waes2create for more information. WAES offers an ideal way to build your skills and confidence, whether you are a beginner or improving your skill level – even if it has been a while since you last studied. We offer Entry Level 3, Level 1 and Level 2 Maths and English classes and GCSE English and Maths. Visit us for an assessment to determine the right level for you to start at. English and Maths Functional Skills, including GCSE Fees are found against each of the courses listed along with concessionary rates, where applicable. There are many options to help you fund your studies, our advisors are here to help! Contact Us
Published December 2019 • Information correct at the time of going to print
Visit and enrol now
ESOL courses at beginner and intermediate levels run regularly throughout the year. We offer part-time and full-time courses during the day, evening and at the weekends for permanent or temporary residents in the UK.
Our teaching staff are fully-qualified with years of experience to help you develop your English reading, writing, speaking and listening skills which lead to recognised qualifications.
For more information and advice please call our hotline number 020 7297 7297 or e-mail [email protected]
We are here to help!
FREE* English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
If full or part-time study is difficult for you, we have an excellent range of online learning opportunities that you can complete in your own time. We offer great support for your learning.
Visit a WAES centre to advice and take an assessment to find out which level is suitable for you. * Subject to Terms & Conditions
Advanced Learner LoansAdvanced Learner Loans are available for individuals aged 19 or above to undertake approved qualifications at levels 3 to level 6 at an approved provider in England. These loans give you access to financial support for tuition costs similar to that available in higher education and are administered by Student Finance England. You can find out more at www.waes.ac.uk/services/loans
Our exciting new range of short creative coursesUnearth a new passion or take the next step in your creative journey with our exciting new programme of creative courses. Learn to express yourself through visual arts or learn a useful new skill.
We have developed a range of taster sessions, deeper explorations and longer courses for every level of skill. The portfolio covers art, ceramics, crafts, sewing, floristry, jewellery making, hair, make-up, photography, design and baking.
We will be adding new programmes constantly, so it is well worth keeping an eye on our website.
CeramicsCome along to our spacious, bespoke ceramics facilities for a short pottery course. Learn everything from wheel-throwing to figurative sculpture to glazing and surface decoration at a pace to suit you under the guidance of our professional tutors.
Contemporary CraftsWe are offering a variety of fun-filled workshops and longer programmes in subjects as diverse as candle making, soap making, learning the art of Encaustic wax painting and making cards.
Cooking & BakingExplore your skills with a range of courses covering everything from making the perfect artisan bread to whipping up some choux buns and eclairs.
Fashion & TextilesCome along for a crash course in a specialised area in fashion and textiles. Whether you’re a complete novice looking to learn something new or an expert who wants a chance to practice what you love, you’re sure to feel welcome in a short course at WAES.
Fine Art & DesignExplore your creative side as our professional tutors guide you through a range of artistic techniques. Not only do you learn new skills and techniques, but you also work to briefs to produce pieces of art that you can truly be proud of.
FloristryThese popular courses, including contemporary floral designs, special occasions and practical flower conditioning courses are ideal for those looking to pursue their passion for flowers as a hobby or you might be inspired to go on to one of our qualification courses.
Hair & Make-upOur short courses in hairdressing and make-up are great if you want to learn or improve your skills and are suitable for all levels. Come along to our bespoke hair-dressing and make-up studio and learn something new!
Jewellery MakingCome and learn to make beautiful earrings, rings, beads and more. Our professional tutors will teach you the basics of jewellery making and design in a series of fun-filled short courses.
Photography, Graphics & ITWe have an exciting range of courses that explore photography, basic graphics projects and using your computer in profitable and interesting ways. These courses are great for beginners as they aim to help you understand different areas and techniques and build upon your existing skills.
Visit www.waes.ac.uk/department/waes2create for more information.
WAES offers an ideal way to build your skills and confidence, whether you are a beginner or improving your skill level – even if it has been a while since you last studied. We offer Entry Level 3, Level 1 and Level 2 Maths and English classes and GCSE English and Maths. Visit us for an assessment to determine the right level for you to start at.
English and Maths Functional Skills, including GCSE
Fees are found against each of the courses listed along with concessionary rates, where applicable. There are many options to help you fund your studies, our advisors are here to help!
Contact Us
Department Course Title Dates Days Times Course Type Fee Concession Venue Course Code
ICT & Computing
Entry Level Mixed Ability ICT Home Users 28/01/20 - 07/05/20 Tue & Thu 18:00 - 20:30 Qualification - funding available * 374.50 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre AC0081LG
Entry Level Mixed Ability ICT Home Users 13/02/20 - 04/06/20 Thu & Fri 12:30 - 15:00 Qualification - funding available * 374.50 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre AC0064LG
Level 1 ICT for Work and Home Users (ECDL L1 Award ) 29/01/20 - 25/06/20 Wed & Thu 18:30 - 21:00 Qualification - funding available * 645.00 0.00 Pimlico Centre AC0068PS
Level 1 ICT for Work and Home Users (ECDL L1 Award ) 30/01/20 - 03/07/20 Thu & Fri 10:00 - 12:30 Qualification - funding available * 645.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre AC0080LG
Level 1 ICT for Work and Home Users (ECDL L1 Flexiqual) 24/02/20 - 14/07/20 Mon & Tue 09:30 - 12:00 Qualification - funding available * 621.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre AC9214LG
Level 2 European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL Extra) 24/02/20 - 14/07/20 Mon & Tue 12:30 - 15:00 Qualification - funding available * 645.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre AC0061LG
Fine Art & Design
Level 1 Award Painting and Drawing 10/01/20 - 27/03/20 Fri 10:00 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 509.50 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD2002LG
Level 1 Award Painting and Drawing 24/04/20 - 17/07/20 Fri 10:00 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 509.50 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD0022LG
Level 2 Certificate Painting and Drawing 07/01/20 - 07/07/20 Tue 10:00 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 1,195.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD0023LG
Learn oil painting 09/01/20 - 19/03/20 Thu 10:00 - 13:00 Full cost course 320.00 320.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD7489LG
Learn oil painting 23/04/20 - 02/07/20 Thu 10:00 - 13:00 Full cost course 320.00 320.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD7490LG
Learn the basics of drawing 27/02/20 - 26/03/20 Thu 18:00 - 20:00 Full cost course 110.00 110.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD1020LG
Personal project and portfolio course 08/01/20 - 11/03/20 Wed 11:30 - 16:00 Full cost course 345.00 345.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD0042LG
Personal project and portfolio course 22/04/20 - 24/06/20 Wed 11:30 - 16:00 Full cost course 345.00 345.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD0043LG
Progress with drawing and painting 25/02/20 - 24/03/20 Tue 16:30 - 19:00 Full cost course 130.00 130.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD0047LG
Progress with oil painting exploring mediums and techniques 09/01/20 - 19/03/20 Thu 14:00 - 17:00 Full cost course 320.00 320.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD5125LG
Progress with oil painting exploring mediums and techniques 23/04/20 - 02/07/20 Thu 14:00 - 17:00 Full cost course 320.00 320.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD5126LG
Progress with watercolours - Saturday 29/02/20 - 04/04/20 Sat 10:30 - 13:00 Full cost course 170.00 170.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD0052LG
Progress with watercolours - Saturday 25/04/20 - 23/05/20 Sat 10:30 - 13:00 Full cost course 145.00 145.00 Lisson Grove Centre AD0053LG
Accounting & Business
Level 1 Award in AAT Accounting Software 15/01/20 - 25/03/20 Wed 10:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 290.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre BP1411LG
Level 1 Award in AAT Accounting Software 22/04/20 - 08/07/20 Wed 10:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 290.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre TBC
Level 1 Award in AAT Accounting Software 22/04/20 - 08/07/20 Wed 10:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 290.00 0.00 Pimlico Centre TBC
Level 1 Award in Business and Office Administration 09/01/20 - 02/04/20 Thu 09:30 - 15:30 Qualification - funding available * 450.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre BP0033LG
Level 1 Award in AAT Bookkeeping 14/01/20 - 24/03/20 Tue 10:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 290.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre BP0081LG
Level 1 Award in AAT Bookkeeping 21/04/20 - 07/07/20 Tue 10:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 290.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre TBC
Level 1 Award in AAT Bookkeeping 21/04/20 - 07/07/20 Tue 10:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 290.00 0.00 Pimlico Centre TBC
Level 2 Certificate in AAT Accounting 15/01/20 - 19/06/20 Wed & Thu 09:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 1,904.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre BP6083LG
Ceramics
Level 1 Award Introduction to Ceramics: Handbuilding 20/01/20 - 23/03/20 Mon 10:00 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 908.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre CE6114LG
Level 1 Award Introduction to Ceramics: Handbuilding 27/04/20 - 29/06/20 Mon 10:00 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 513.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre CE6153LG
Level 1 Award Introduction to Ceramics: Wheel Throwing 13/01/20 - 16/03/20 Mon 10:00 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 498.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre CE0113LG
Level 1 Award Introduction to Ceramics: Wheel Throwing 27/04/20 - 29/06/20 Mon 10:00 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 513.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre CE0109LG
Level 2 Certificate Ceramics 10/01/20 - 26/06/20 Fri 10:00 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 968.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre CE6133LG
4 Day Wheel Throwing Intensive 17/02/20 - 20/02/20 Mon to Thu 10:30 - 16:30 Full cost course course 240.00 240.00 Lisson Grove Centre CE0164LG
Progress with Ceramics: Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics 08/01/20 - 12/02/20 Wed 10:00 - 13:00 Full cost course 192.00 192.00 Lisson Grove Centre CE5033LG
Progress with Ceramics: Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics 08/01/20 - 12/02/20 Wed 14:00 - 17:00 Full cost course 192.00 192.00 Lisson Grove Centre CE5024LG
Evening CeramicsVisit our website for details – www.waes.ac.uk
Saturday Ceramics
Childcare and Early Years Education
Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools 01/04/20 - 08/07/20 Wed 10:00 - 13:00 Qualification - funding available * 312.00 0.00 Amberley Road Centre CR0045LG
Level 1 Award in Caring for Children 24/04/20 - 24/07/20 Fri 10:00 - 12:30 Qualification - funding available * 251.75 0.00 Amberley Road Centre CR0030AM
English as a Foreign
Language
Preparation for IELTS 07/01/20 - 02/04/20 Tue & Thu 09:15 - 12:15 Full cost course 360.00 360.00 Pimlico Centre EF0028PS
Preparation for IELTS 07/01/20 - 31/03/20 Tue 18:00 - 21:00 Full cost course 360.00 360.00 Pimlico Centre EF0032PS
Preparation for IELTS 21/04/20 - 16/07/20 Tue & Thu 09:15 - 12:15 Full cost course 720.00 720.00 Pimlico Centre EF0031PS
Preparation for IELTS 21/04/20 - 14/07/20 Tue 18:00 - 21:00 Full cost course 360.00 360.00 Pimlico Centre EF0033PS
Preparation for Cambridge English: First (FCE) 07/01/20 - 02/04/20 Tue & Thu 09:15 - 12:15 Full cost course 720.00 720.00 Lisson Grove Centre EF0020LG
Preparation for Cambridge English: First (FCE) 21/04/20 - 16/07/20 Tue & Thu 09:15 - 12:15 Full cost course 360.00 360.00 Lisson Grove Centre EF0011LG
Preparation for Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 06/01/20 - 01/04/20 Mon & Wed 18:00 - 21:00 Full cost course 720.00 720.00 Pimlico Centre EF0014PS
Preparation for Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 20/04/20 - 08/07/20 Mon & Wed 18:00 - 21:00 Full cost course 720.00 720.00 Pimlico Centre EF0016PS
FashionLevel 1 Award in Making It in Fashion 13/01/20 - 16/03/20 Mon 09:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 487.00 0.00 Amberley Road Centre FA6266AM
Level 1 Award in Making It in Fashion 20/04/20 - 22/06/20 Mon 09:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 487.00 0.00 Amberley Road Centre FA0026AM
Floristry
Level 1 Award Floral Design 06/01/20 - 09/03/20 Mon 09:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 513.00 0.00 Pimlico Centre FT0030PS
Level 1 Award Floral Design 24/04/20 - 03/07/20 Fri 09:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 513.00 0.00 Pimlico Centre FT4101LG
Level 1 Award Floral Design 27/04/20 - 29/06/20 Mon 09:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 513.00 0.00 Pimlico Centre FT1003PS
Level 2 Certificate Floral Design 11/01/20 - 20/06/20 Sat 09:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 1,078.00 0.00 Pimlico Centre FT4220PS
Graphic Design
& Media
Level 1 Award Graphic Design 11/01/20 - 04/04/20 Sat 09:30 - 17:00 Qualification - funding available * 644.25 0.00 Pimlico Centre GD0063PS
Level 1 Award Graphic Design 13/01/20 - 30/03/20 Mon 09:30 - 17:00 Qualification - funding available * 644.25 0.00 Pimlico Centre GD6310LG
Level 1 Award Graphic Design 20/04/20 - 13/07/20 Mon 09:30 - 17:00 Qualification - funding available * 644.25 0.00 Pimlico Centre GD0059LG
Level 1 Award Graphic Design 25/04/20 - 11/07/20 Sat 09:30 - 17:00 Qualification - funding available * 644.25 0.00 Pimlico Centre GD0060LG
Level 1 Award in CAD Parametric Modelling 21/04/20 - 02/07/20 Tue & Thu 18:00 - 21:00 Qualification - funding available * 530.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre GD0070LG
Level 1 Certificate Web Design 27/04/20 - 13/07/20 Mon 09:30 - 17:00 Qualification - funding available * 655.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre GD6405LG
Level 2 Certificate Creative Media: Web Design 18/01/20 - 27/06/20 Sat 10:00 - 17:00 Qualification - funding available * 955.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre GD0071LG
Health & Social Care
Level 1 Award Health and Social Care Children's and Young People’s Settings 21/04/20 - 14/07/20 Tue 10:00 - 13:00 Qualification - funding available * 301.00 0.00 Amberley Road Centre HS6198LG
Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness 07/05/20 - 25/06/20 Thu 10:00 - 14:00 Qualification - funding available * 292.00 0.00 Amberley Road Centre HS0034LG
Hairdressing & Make-up
Level 1 Certificate in Skills Hair and Beauty Sector 09/01/20 - 23/07/20 Thu 09:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 1,170.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre MU0042LG
Level 1 Introduction to Hair and Makeup 22/04/20 - 24/06/20 Wed 09:30 - 16:30 Qualification - funding available * 495.00 0.00 Lisson Grove Centre MU0043LG
Advanced Wig Making 23/04/20 - 02/07/20 Thu 09:30 - 16:30 Full cost course 725.00 725.00 Lisson Grove Centre MU4067LG
Intensive: Haircutting 14/07/20 - 16/07/20 Tu & We & Th 10:00 - 16:00 Full cost course 180.00 180.00 Lisson Grove Centre MU4263LG
Intensive: Make-up Skills 23/06/20 - 07/07/20 Tue 18:00 - 21:00 Full cost course 120.00 120.00 Lisson Grove Centre MU4208LG
Fitness Instructing &
Personal Training
Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training (QCF) 16/01/20 - 06/03/20 Thu & Fri 09:00 - 17:00 Qualification - loan available # 3,002.00 3,002.00 Moberley Centre PP0003MY
Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training (QCF) 18/01/20 - 08/03/20 Sat & Sun 09:00 - 17:00 Qualification - loan available # 3,002.00 3,002.00 Moberley Centre PP0004MY
Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training (QCF) 14/05/20 - 03/07/20 Thu & Fri 09:00 - 17:00 Qualification - loan available # 3,002.00 3,002.00 Moberley Centre PP0005MY
Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training (QCF) 16/05/20 - 05/07/20 Sat & Sun 09:00 - 17:00 Qualification - loan available # 3,002.00 3,002.00 Moberley Centre PP0006MY
Hospitality & Food Hygiene
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering 08/02/20 - 08/02/20 Sat 09:00 - 17:00 Full cost course 84.00 84.00 Lisson Grove Centre PP0023LG
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering 16/05/20 - 16/05/20 Sat 09:00 - 17:00 Full cost course 84.00 84.00 Lisson Grove Centre PP0024LG
English and Maths
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Various Free * All Centres
Maths and English Functional Skills and GCSE Courses Various Free * All Centres
Visit our website for details: www.waes.ac.uk or contact us on 020 7297 7297
* Subject to Terms & ConditionsCourse information correct at time of going to print # This is the cost that could be covered by a loan. Additional costs will apply
