What’s this course about?
The purpose of this course is to help you develop confidence in using and explaining scientific terms, get creative as a family and develop a sense of awe and wonder to promote enthusiasm for learning.
Course format:
This is an online course where you will learn together and take part in practical group activities, all in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Who will benefit from attending?
This course is for parents and carers who want to support their child/children with their learning of science.
What will I learn?
- Learn Scientific terms
- Discover science experiments you can create using items you have in the home
- Learn how to develop a sense of awe and wonder, to promote enthusiasm for science
How long is the course?
This is run as a single 2-hour session, with some activities to do at home to help you practise your skills.
Will I be assessed?
You will be required to complete some paperwork during this course. This will record and support your learning journey and successes.
Venue: Bemerton Heath Centre, 58-60 Pinewood Way, Salisbury SP2 9HU
Family and Community Learning courses are funded by the Education and Skills Funding Agency. Courses are no cost to learners if they are 19 years old before 31st August, have a Wiltshire postcode, and have been a resident in UK/EU for 3+years (or have certain immigration status) and if you can tick any of these criteria:
Receiving Universal Credit.
Receiving Employment Support Allowance (ESA).
Receiving Job Seekers Allowance (JSA).
Receiving another benefit (other than child benefit) e.g. housing benefit, income support, pension credit, PIP, DLA.
Have school-aged child / children who qualify for Free School Meals.
Currently unemployed and would like to work in the future.
Have refugee status.
Foster Carer
Care Leaver
Carer
Military Family
Ex-Armed Forces Personnel
Have a Learning Difficulty or Disability.
If you are unsure if you are eligible, we are always happy to talk things through.
Click here to enrol: https://workwiltshire.co.uk/enrolment/
Or to contact us call 01225 770478 or email familyandcommunitylearning@wiltshire.gov.uk
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