18 BBC courses in Leicester delivered Live Online

This one-day course introduces the field of user experience and provides an excellent entry point to our other specialised training courses. UX processes and practices have become a central component of product design, service design and web design.

Music industry advice sessions are back! Sound Gallery studios are proud to host once again music industry advice seminars led by Integrity Records Record label owner one of the U.K.’s longest running truly independent record labels and known for finding & nurturing cool new talent.  Find out how to pitch your music to music industry professionals, how to build and sustain a career as a professional musician, how to set up your own record label, how to protect your creation including copyright and music publishing, how to get airplay and more from Integrity Records CEO and founder Nick Tarbitt.  Nick has many years experience as a media & entertainment lawyer, advising musicians, management companies and record labels on contractual issues, but with a particular interest in assisting new artists, musicians and performers with their early steps in the industry, including their first band agreements, management contracts, recording deals, licensing and publishing agreements. Integrity Records releases, spanning various genres from punk to drum & bass via indie-folk and quirky pop, have been heard on BBC Radio 1, BBC 6 Music and BBC Radio 2, alongside XFM/Radio X, Q Radio, Amazing Radio and numerous regional stations in the UK and abroad. Many of their artists have played live sessions from the BBC Maida Vale studios for Steve Lamacq, Jo Whiley, Zane Lowe and more. Suitable for: unsigned and emerging artists, singer-songwriter, bands and musicians. Bookings: call the studio: 01392-495301 or email: marketing@sound-gallery.net [marketing@sound-gallery.net] Venue: Sound Gallery Studios, Exeter Phoenix, Gandy street, Exeter, EX4 3LS Costs:  £120 / 2 hr session for 1:1 sessions - £150 / 2 hr session for small groups 4-8 people

LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION, NON-FICTION Publisher / editor Scott Pack is now in his third decade working in the world of books. During that time he has been Head of Buying for Waterstones, worked for publishers big and small - including a lengthy spell at HarperCollins - and taught numerous workshops and classes on all aspects of writing. These days he splits his time between writing his own books, editing other people's, teaching the editors of tomorrow as part of the Oxford Brookes University MA in Publishing, and he is one of the question setters for BBC's Mastermind. His latest book, Tips From A Publisher, is out now.  As a publisher, Scott has published across most genres in fiction and a wide range of non-fiction and is happy to read any style of writing. He will assess your sample and provide feedback on any issues he identifies, the manuscript's commercial potential and what steps he would advise before you submit to agents or publishers. Scott is very direct with his feedback, so expect robust, but always constructive, comments! Scott would like you to submit your fiction as a covering letter, 1-2 page synopsis and the first 5,000 words of your manuscript in a single word document.  For non-fiction, he would like to see:- * 1-page synopsis – to give an overview of what the book will offer the reader and how it's different from other books out there on this topic *  A detailed proposed contents list, including proposed sub-section headings as well as chapter headings – to give a sense of the overall reader journey * 1000-1500 words of intro text - to showcase context, tone etc * 1000-1500 words from later in the book - to showcase the progression of the book (In addition to the paid sessions, Scott is kindly offering one free session for low income/underrepresented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk [agent121@iaminprint.co.uk] to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 8th July 2024

Online Course now available via Teachable Platform [https://inclusive-solutions-school.teachable.com/courses] –  How do People Learn? [https://inclusive-solutions-school.teachable.com/p/howdopeoplelearn?affcode=550546_drmv7wip] Learn at your own pace… lots of text and video support COURSE CATEGORY Inclusive education Neurodiversity DESCRIPTION The course offers a rare opportunity to learn from two eminent educators -one a widely esteemed and talented trombone player and teacher and the other a very experienced inclusive educational psychologist. Drawing upon shared knowledge and direct experience the two educators explore dominant psychological models of learning and how they make sense in the real world of teaching trombone or children and young people with the most complex needs in our schools.  By listening deeply and making connections to your own experiences you will be able to consider more deeply how to improve your own or the teaching of others. The day involves an exploration of major learning theories and their applications in the real world. There will be a range of practical activities designed to  deepen your understanding of the best teaching and learning. Dennis Rollins MBE https://www.dennisrollins.com/ [https://www.dennisrollins.com/] A passionate performer and educator, British trombone player Dennis Rollins MBE has established a reputation as an artist of excellence, and has lent his unique and stylish talents to some of this country's, and indeed the world's top jazz and pop personalities such as Courtney Pine, Maceo Parker, Jamiroquai, US3, The Brand New Heavies, Blur, Monty Alexander, Pee Wee Ellis and Jean Toussaint, amongst others. As a bandleader, in 2006 his jazz/funk outfit Badbone & Co won a prestigious BBC Jazz Award in the Best Band category. In the following year he picked up both Trombonist of the Year at the British Jazz Awards and Ronnie Scott's Jazz Awards.  Dennis was nominated twice in the 2008 Parliamentary Jazz Awards for Jazz Musician of the Year and for Jazz Education; he won the latter.  Other awards include British Trombone Society (BTS) Player of the year Award 2013 and JazzYorkshire Award 2012 Best Band for his band Velocity Trio. In his hometown of Doncaster UK, Dennis was given Honorary Freedom of the Borough in recognition of his successful musical career and for his constant inspiration to the regions musical youth. As part of Her Majesty the Queen’s Birthday Honours 2018, Dennis was honoured with an MBE for Services to music.  Most recently in June 2022, he was awarded an Honorary Fellowship from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Wales, UK.   Colin Newton Colin has over 40 years experience as a teacher of children and adults and as an educational psychologist across the UK as well as some work internationally. He has written books on a range of subjects mainly related to inclusive education of those with most complex behaviour and learning needs. He is know for his passion for the inclusion of all children in mainstream schools, and for his practical applied work around person centred planning, restorative justice and in depth problem solving. Colin loves to demonstrate approaches as well as provide training with often very large groups - always with a clear focus on facilitation and inclusion of all. His love of drama and participation are as clear as his drive to revolutionise educational psychologist practice across the UK. Colin says: ‘Instinctively from an early age I was against children being sent away to boarding schools and later to special schools and settings. Later I was inspired by disabled activists and Canadian and North American inclusionists who were working to change the world of education with radical innovative thinking and approaches  - the work was political, social and spiritual - I was in and never looked back!’ Colin’s career has been values driven, but also practical using applied psychology in training and real life problem solving with schools, families and individual children and young people. LEARNING OBJECTIVES * Formulate deeper  understanding of learning processes for all children and adults * Differentiate understandings and insights into emotional complexity of teaching and learning * Learn Techniques to support teaching and learning * Invite reflection on importance of relationships for effective learning * Gain key phrases, key questions and key processes to support teaching and learning with adults and children * Appraise  different psychological models of learning * Conjecture on how to inspire deeper learning and motivation in students * To create insights into thinking of exceptional teachers teaching complex skills * Differentiate  inclusive insights and reflections on the learning of all children whatever their barriers may be * Critique psychological models of learning and how they can be applied in a teaching context  * Investigate how to inspire deeper learning and motivation in students  * Formulate insights into the emotional complexity of teaching and learning WHO IS IT FOR ? Any Teacher, Psychologist or Educator who wishes to understand the learning processes of children or adults COURSE CONTENT 1. Fun, engagement and interest are key ingredients of the the most memorable learning. 2. Imitation - (Bandura) Social learning theory- we can assume that 80%of learning is done by imitating others around us in the social world. We are particularly drawn learning from our peers as well as significant role models and key adults in our lives. We copy each other. 3. Learning takes place In meaningful contexts. (Bruner argued that you cannot strip learning of its content, nor study it in a ‘neutral’ context. It is always situated, always related to some ongoing enterprise. 4. Learning and motivation to learn can be sparked or inspired by people around us including teachers but not only them.  5. Structured steps help to facilitate and scaffold learning in most children and adults. 6. With person centred encouragement eg a focus on interests and passions - individuals are more likely to learn effectively. This also ensures motivation and ‘buy in’ from the learner. 7. The ultimate goals for teachers is to nurture self-efficacy and confidence in learners to the point whereby they can set their own goals

In this new series we will be exploring the culture of personal brands and how creators position themselves.

Own Your Success is delighted to bring you the 'Bitesize Masterclass' with Sophie Chapman. Not everyone has the flexibility to step away from the office for in-person events or dedicate extended periods from their packed schedules for full or half-day sessions. So we've put together our 'Bitesize Masterclasses' to help assistants develop and learn from professionals such as Sophie - shorter sessions, same big impact! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Bitesize Masterclass with Sophie Chapman Sophie Chapman EA to Steven Bartlett  Although Sophie initially aspired to be a talent agent, she swiftly realised that her career passions lay within the administrative/operational aspects of working life. Following her graduation in Entertainment Management from LIPA in 2008, she gained extensive work experience across renowned entities such as Sony BMG and Sky One, operating within the spheres of TV, music, radio, and the events industry. Her pivotal entry into a PA role came while supporting musician Eliza Doolittle. After five years, Sophie opted to move home to Liverpool and accept a contract supporting Sir Dave Brailsford of Team Sky. Once complete, Sophie received an offer for a position based in the US with an A-list musician. However, her journey led her to discover her "forever role", providing support to Steven Bartlett. Steven, the Founder and former Group CEO of Social Chain, is a multifaceted individual—a published author, podcaster, entrepreneur, and presently, the youngest-ever Dragon on BBC's Dragon's Den. Sophie has been instrumental as Steven's Executive Assistant, operating on a global scale, in both private and corporate realms for six years.  -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kate Wood Masterclass Facilitator  Kate will aid the facilitation of this Bitesize Masterclass, ensuring that crucial topics are covered while prioritising an environment where every participant feels acknowledged, valued, and heard throughout the session. Kate is a business owner, qualified coach, consultant, facilitator, trainer, podcaster and public speaker with a background in learning & development, employee engagement strategy, continuous improvement, communications and marketing.  After 25 years working across the board in blue-chip, non-profit and civil service organisations she now provides support to businesses looking to evolve and become great places for people to work in and with. Having worked with a wide variety of clients from school-age students to senior executives, she has been designing and running workshops, seminars and classes in person or via web events since she left long commutes and corporate roles behind in 2014 when she created her first two businesses.  Her passion is improving working relationships between roles and functions and supporting people to discover their best selves at work.  She does this in the automotive industry, financial services, medical teams, charities, global media, retail, education systems and the arts. When she’s not working, she and her classic car Monty Morgan can be found zipping around the English countryside. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Session topics: * How to establish your self-leadership position in your EA capacity  * Transition from a PA to EA  * Career development  * Boundary setting and wellbeing  * Q&A with the audience - Open-Book Q&A -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What is a Bitesize Masterclass? * Short burst session. * Keynote speakers discuss key themes/topics they are passionate about. * Q&A with the audience attendees - ask the questions you don't usually get to ask! * Run time of 90 minutes (max 2 hours) - we block out two hours in case we overspill on questions. 😊 * Virtually delivered - attend from anywhere that's convenient for you!  * Packed with content, tips and tricks and from industry professionals who can share their experiences with you. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Who will attend? * PA's * EA's * Administrative roles --------------------------- At Own Your Success, we strongly believe in fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and discrimination of any form is unwelcome. We welcome attendees from all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability, or any other characteristic. Discrimination has no place in our workshops, and we are committed to creating a respectful and supportive space for all participants to learn and grow together. ---------------------------

Troubleshooting CBT Even the best therapist can come up against issues and challenges in the delivery of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Although the textbooks and the manuals assume that clients respond to therapeutic interventions in predicatable ways, therapists working in the field know that real life is not so simple. Join us for a review of the 10 top challenges to therapists in CBT - and how to address them. This workshop provides a practical approach to the messy business of real world psychotherapeutic practice. Key Questions (indicative) 1. How to fix preparation problems 2. How to fix client latecomer problems 3. How to fix unexpected endings 4. How to fix homework compliance 5. How to fix therapist imposter syndrome 6. How to fix therapist drift 7. How to fix running out of time 8. How to fix not enjoying being a therapist 9. How to fix writing up notes 10. How to fix not developing as a therapist Comments from previous delegates who attended this workshop * Amazing, revitalised my passion as a student * It REALLY was practical. I learned new things to recharge my practice after 14 years of working as a therapist * Input from others helpful - increase ideas/solutions * Lots of practical ideas how to think about/address challenges * Very interesting workshop with helpful advice and food for thought. I’m a newly qualified CBT therapist who found these considerations helpful for personal improvement * This is a lonely profession! Anything that erodes this, and supports and encourages us in continuing is good. Some very practical ideas, and good to reflect… * Allows you to be honest about how you are working, and perhaps what needs to be changed or reflected on * Enjoyed the input from attendees and the very practical advice supplied by the faciltator. Thank you. A Certificate of Attendance will be issued for professionals on request confirming 2 Hours CPD Who is facilitating the event? Professor Patrick McGhee, FRSA, is a CBT therapist, psychologist and UK National Teaching Fellow. Educated at the universities of Glasgow and Oxford, he has completed CPD programmes at Harvard Business School and Ashridge. In 2017 he was a Visiting Fellow/Scholar at the universities of Cornell, Yale and MIT in the USA. He has taught, researched or practised in psychology and therapy for 30 years. His first post was a Research Fellow in Psychiatry and Psychology at St George's Hospital Medical School, University of London. He is the author of Thinking Psychologically (Palgrave) and co-editor of Accounting for Relationships (Methuen). He is an occasional columnist for the Guardian, the BBC and the Times Higher. He currently works in private practice in Greater Manchester. He has full accreditation from the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies.

This webinar provides a practical overview and resources on how to deal with problems and challenges that arise in CBT -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Troubleshooting CBT Even the best therapist can come up against issues and challenges in the delivery of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Although the textbooks and the manuals assume that clients respond to therapeutic interventions in predicatable ways, therapists working in the field know that real life is not so simple. Join us for a review of the 10 top challenges to therapists in CBT - and how to address them. This workshop provides a practical approach to the messy business of real world psychotherapeutic practice. Key Questions (indicative) 1. How to fix preparation problems 2. How to fix client latecomer poblems 3. How to fix therapeutic drift 4. How to fix homework compliance 5. How to fix therapist imposter syndrome 6. How to fix therapist drift 7. How to fix running out of time 8. How to fix not enjoying being a therapist 9. How to fix writing up notes 10. How to fix not developing as a therapist Comments from delegates of previous workshops * Very useful. Formulation had always been something i struggle with. So glad to start this at the beginning of my cbt journey. * Informative and snappy and some great ideas thank you * Very helpful workshop in helping to integrate Case formulation into practice. Easy to understand and very practical. * I'm an assistant psychologist and I've always found it difficult to grasp the best way to carry out case formulation in collaboration with clients but this workshop was exactly what I needed to learn about how to work collaboratively. * Very useful and informative. I look forward to attending further webinars on this topic. * Perfect!!! * Really helpful, helped me realise I need more training! * A really useful and detailed journey through an area often taught poorly on major courses, and then not done well. * Practical examples really helpful * I really enjoyed the session . As a student it was extremely helpful to my learning and work with clients. * Very useful and practical, lots of learning * I have found this workshop helpful. I struggle with integrating theory to practice at times so I look forward to looking over the notes and slides. Thank you. * Great presentation of applied CBT skills and courses are covering a wide range of topics. * I am student CBT therapist and found this workshop on formulation helpful in breaking down and simplifying process. I have leaned new techniques and approaches and now feel more confident about formulation. * Very thorough and useful exploration of case formulation. As a student it has all made much more sense. A Certificate of Attendance will be issued for professionals on request confirming 2 Hours CPD Who is facilitating the event? Professor Patrick McGhee, FRSA, is a CBT therapist, psychologist and UK National Teaching Fellow. Educated at the universities of Glasgow and Oxford, he has completed CPD programmes at Harvard Business School and Ashridge. In 2017 he was a Visiting Fellow/Scholar at the universities of Cornell, Yale and MIT in the USA. He has taught, researched or practised in psychology and therapy for 30 years. His first post was a Research Fellow in Psychiatry and Psychology at St George's Hospital Medical School, University of London. He is the author of Thinking Psychologically (Palgrave) and co-editor of Accounting for Relationships (Methuen). He is an occasional columnist for the Guardian, the BBC and the Times Higher. He currently works in private practice in Greater Manchester. He has full accreditation from the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies. TAGS * Online Events * Things To Do Online * Online Seminars * Online Health Seminars * #counselling * #psychotherapy * #counseling * #cbt * #counselling_training * #cbt_training * #counselling_cpd * #counselling_skills * #cbt_training_courses * #counseling_training

CHAIRING OR FACILITATING A PANEL DISCUSSION IS A PARTICULAR SKILL. When many experts and specialists in their field are asked to do this, they discover that it is not as easy as they imagined. Pitching and introducing the session, involving everyone, promoting audience engagement, dealing with difficult panellists and ending the discussion can all be a challenge for inexperienced facilitators. Our panel facilitation training workshop focuses on providing delegates with the techniques and confidence they need to chair panel debates effectively. It is delivered by BBC presenter Martine Croxall and is highly interactive, blending theory with practical exercises. During the course, you will learn: 1. the best way to prepare, including audience analysis and research 2. how to pitch a panel 3. how to introduce a panel 4. how to involve everyone in the discussion 5. the best way to promote audience engagement 6. how to deal with difficult panellists 7. how to end a discussion Each delegate will have the chance to chair a panel discussion, with the other delegates and Martine playing different roles as panellists.

With Acting Coach Sarah Hannah -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- INTRODUCTION Typically auditioning for Film and TV today involves the actor performing sides sent to them by the Casting Director… the same sides that are sent to everyone else auditioning for that role. This online workshop will help actors of all level create a performance that stands out and gives you that ‘x-factor’ that the Casting Director is looking for. Many answers can be found in the way we approach the script, the work above and beyond learning the lines that makes our performances come alive whilst being truthful and easy to direct. This all begins with our script analysis. An essential skill for any actor. MEET YOUR TUTOR Sarah Hannah Acting Coach https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0161404/ Sarah Hannah is a regular at the BBC working both in-front of the camera and within the casting department for the likes of Holby City and Casualty. Bringing her experience of working on stage and on screen, in addition to working closely with Casting Website Spotlight and the popular Monologue Slam, Sarah will focus on enhancing your presence on camera and cover the technical skills required of a professional screen actor. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Course Outline This focused 3 hour workshop aims to give you a variety of skills that you can take forward and use on every script and forms a crucial part of the Actors Process. *You will be sent a pdf worksheet for this workshop that you will need to write on. It is therefore recommended that you print it out if you can. Hosted via Zoom.  A strong internet connection is required to join our live online courses and workshops. Please test your internet connection before booking as we cannot refund due to technical issues. Please familarise yourself with Zoom before attending your workshop. Your camera will be required to be switched on during the workshop. Students will receive a Zoom link via email to join the workshop. Please log on at least 10 mins before the workshop begins. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FEATURES Live Online Workshop via ZoomAge 17 yrs +Designed for All LevelsSmall Group (Limited Spaces)Taught in English, this workshop is suitable for International students who can understand and speak fluent English. LEARNING OUTCOMES Give yourself confidence working with more complex textLearn the secrets of adding value to a sceneImprove your chances in the audition room COURSE LOCATION Held Online Via Zoom