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Learn to Cook 

We run this course with the help of Kirklees Young Peoples Service at the Cybercafe in Dewsbury. It gives learners the chance to learn and practise basic cooking skills and encourages them to think about what they eat and whether or not they have a healthy diet. Learners completing the course can gain an OCN certificate in Basic Cooking Skills. At the end of the course we arrange a visit to Kirklees College in Dewsbury where the current years foundation catering students prepare and serve us lunch in their restaurant. It is a fantastic way to end the course, giving our learners the chance to meet college students and ask them about their experiences at College.

• I really enjoyed the course and have learnt some great new cooking skills.
• I wanted the course to continue for a few more weeks because I enjoyed it.
• I enjoyed meeting people and the course helped me get out of the house.

Boxercise 

Learners on this course combine physical activities (boxercise) with self reflection and discussion with other learners on themes of self confidence, personality, intelligence and how to deal with negative influences. The overall aim is that learners come away having learned something about themselves and with a positive self-image. It is also great fun ! Learners completing the course can gain an OCN certificate in Healthy Living. They also learn that exercise can be fun. 

• I have gained confidence and improved my fitness.
• Really enjoyed this course. It was fun meeting new people and learning about myself.
• I really enjoyed our time in the gym and want to keep boxing and stay fit.  

Intro to IT

A beginners IT course run at the Huddersfield Methodist Mission. the course is flexible so that learners can try their hand at Word Processing, Spreadsheets and the Internet & email. Many of the young people who attend this course are keen to carry on and use their skills at home, at work and on other courses.     

• I now know how to use different packages on the computer.
• I have learned all the basic skills which i can now use. 
• I know more about Internet, emailing and Microsoft Word.  

Dance

Learners on this course combine physical activities (dance) with self reflection and discussion with other learners on themes of self confidence, personality, intelligence and how to deal with negative influences. The course also covers looking after your mind and body. The overall aim is that learners come away at the end of the course having learned something about themselves and with a positive self-image. It is also great fun ! Learners completing the course can gain an OCN certificate in Healthy Living. They also learn that exercise can be fun. 

• I now have more confidence which will help me to go on further courses.
• I enjoyed it that much i wanted it to go on longer.
• I have gained confidence, learned about exercise, healthy eating and picked up some dance moves. 
   

Drama

The learners watch a play by a Theatre Company and then work together and play their part in producing a short play that looks at real like issues. The learners are able to share their own knowledge and life experiences with the rest of the group.

• Learned how to act and be more confident.
• Enjoyed working as a team to create a performance.
• This has helped my confidence and enabled me to talk to and work with others. 
   

Art with Digital Photography

Learners on this course will learn skills to help them make the most of their home and furnishings on a budget. It focuses on design and creativity with limited resources to produce items that enhance living spaces. In addition, they will learn how to take, amend and use digital images in an artistic way. Learners completing the course can gain an OCN certificate in Using Digital Photograph Processing Software.

• I now know how to take good photographs.
• I have learned new skills and produced a piece of art for my home.
• Loved the course and want to do it again.  

A Place of Your Own

This course is for people who are in the process of setting up home for the first time or are planning to do so in the near future. It deals with how to find somewhere to live and what to do to maintain a tenancy and make a success of living independently. The course aims to cover a wide range of practical and financial matters as well as personal health and lifestyle choices.  In addition, learners are encouraged to consider the wider issues of education, training and employment by making choices and planning their own path towards becoming independent adults. Learners completing the course can gain an OCN certificate in Developing Skills for Independent Life. 

• I am now more aware of my finances and how to look for a new property.
• I have met new people, made friends and gained valuable skills i can use in everyday life.
• The course was really useful and i learned a lot.