10 GPS courses delivered Live Online

SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS TRAINING COURSE DESCRIPTION This course starts by recaping some of the essential satellite knowledge required and proceeds to explore the deeper aspects of satellite communications, including hardware, communications and error control coding. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN * Explain how satellite communications work. * Explain how RF works * Explain the architecture of satellite systems. * Use spectrum analysers. SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS TRAINING COURSE DETAILS * Who will benefit: Anyone working with satellite systems. * Prerequisites: None. * Duration 3 days SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS TRAINING COURSE CONTENTS * Basic Principles of Satellite Communications GEO, MEO and LEO satellites. Launching and orbits. Frequency bands and polarisation. Satellite footprints. Multibeam coverage. Power spectra. Link budgets. Modulation and coding. Access technologies. Earth station components. Space segment components. Satellite system services. Satellite operators. * Radio frequency propagation Electromagnetic waves principles and generation. Reception of the EM wave. Space wave, sky wave and surface wave theory. The isotropic radiator. Types of antennae and their basic properties. Polar diagrams. International frequency allocation. Spectrum management and utilisation. Radio wave propagation. Line of sight propagation. Propagation for satellite comms. Free space path loss. Path attenuation. Noise and Interference. Power and its measurement. * Satellite antennae and other hardware Power flux density. Effective aperture. Horn antennae. Parabolic reflector. Offset feed. Cassegrain and Gregorian antennae. Antenna feed systems - Horn, TMC, OMJ and polarizer. Antenna steering and mount systems. Array antennae. LNA, LNB, LNC. Microwave tubes - TWT and Klystron. Polarizers. * Earth and Space Segments and the link Earth station antennae. Transponders. Antennae sub systems. Power supplies. Link budgets. System noise. System losses. Interference. Satellite switching. * Ground Communications Equipment Baseband signals. Analogue and Digital systems. Overview of modulation - AM, FM, PM. Digital Modulation. Frequency conversion -up and down conversion. Filters, mixers, local oscillators, IF amplifiers and group delay equalisers. Access methods - single and multiple access systems. Data networks. Television transmission - analogue and digital. Digital signal compression. MPEG processing. * Satellite Navigation Longitude, latitude, altitude, GPS, How GPS works, timing, alternatives to GPS. * Mobile satellite services Voice and Phones, BGAN, TV, GPS to program aerial, VSAT. * Error Control Coding The need for coding. Linear block codes. Cyclic codes. Convolution codes. Interleaving and concatenated codes. Coding gain. Turbo codes. * Test and measurement Theory and practice of Spectrum Analysers.

RF FUNDAMENTALS TRAINING COURSE DESCRIPTION Radio Frequency engineering is an important yet often overlooked area in today's wireless world. This course provides a grounding in RF theory and practice for wireless, cellular and microwave systems. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN * Explain the basics of RF. * Describe RF propagation and antenna principles. * Calculate propagation losses and link budgets. * Test RF systems. RF FUNDAMENTALS TRAINING COURSE DETAILS * Who will benefit: Those working with wireless, cellular and microwave systems. * Prerequisites: None. * Duration 2 days RF FUNDAMENTALS TRAINING COURSE CONTENTS * What is RF? Definition of RF, RF wave characteristics: Frequency, wavelength, power, phase, impedance, RF history, radio signals, frequency bands, safety issues, legal issues. * RF systems Microwaves, cellular/mobile RF, WLANs, other fixed wireless networks, basic RF components. Hands on Building a basic WLAN network. * RF system components Transmitters: Antennas: Isotropic, Dipole, how antennas achieve gain. * Modulation Schemes, bandwidth, AM, FM, FSK, PSK, QAM, QPSK, interference, performance. Hands on Interference and performance. * Multiple access schemes FDMA, CDMA, TDMA, CSMA/CA. * Wireless systems Cellular (GSM, UMTS), Wifi, WiMax, others: GPS, DBS, RFID, radar, Bluetooth. Hands on cellular. * Spread Spectrum technologies Spread spectrum benefits and disadvantages, how it works, Direct Sequence, Frequency Hopping, hybrids. * RF propagation Models, link budget, Smith chart, RF matching with the Smith chart. cell capacity, tradeoffs: power vs. bandwidth, free space, reflection, diffraction, multipath cancellation, propagation prediction and measurement tools. Hands on Smith charts. * RF testing Why power rather than voltage/current, units of power, dB and dBm power conversions. Test equipment: signal generators, power meters, network analysers, spectrum analysers. RF test setups: return loss, insertion loss. Hands on RF testing.

HTML5 DEVELOPMENT TRAINING COURSE DESCRIPTION This three-day MTA Training course helps you prepare for Microsoft Technology Associate Exam 98-375, and build an understanding of these topics: Manage the Application Life Cycle, Build the User Interface by Using HTML5, Format the User Interface by Using CSS, Code by Using JavaScript. This course leverages the same content as found in the Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for this exam. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN * Manage the Application Life Cycle. * Build the User Interface by Using HTML5. * Format the User Interface by Using CSS. * Code by Using JavaScript. HTML5 DEVELOPMENT TRAINING COURSE DETAILS * Who will benefit: Anyone working with HTML5. * Prerequisites: None. * Duration 3 days HTML5 DEVELOPMENT TRAINING COURSE CONTENTS * Managing the Application Life Cycle * Platform fundamentals Packaging and the runtime environment: app package, app container, credentials/permission sets, host process, leverage existing HTML5 skills and content for slate/tablet applications. * Manage the state of an application Manage session state, app state and persist state information; understand states of an application; understand the differences between local and session storage. * Debug and test a HTML5 touch-enabled application Touch gestures; gestures you test on a device. * HTML5 UI: Text, Graphics, and Media * HTML5 tags for text content and graphics. When, why and how to use Canvas; when, why and how to use scalable vector graphics (SVG). * HTML5 tags to play media. Video and audio tags. * HTML5 UI: Organization, Input, and Validation * HTML5 tags to organise content and forms Tables, lists, sections; semantic HTML. * HTML5 tags for input and validation * CSS Essentials: Content Flow, Positioning, styling * Core CSS concepts Separate presentation from content (create content with HTML and style content with CSS); manage content flow (inline versus block flow); manage positioning of individual elements( float versus absolute positioning); manage content overflow (scrolling, visible and hidden); basic CSS styling. * CSS Essentials: Layouts * Arrange UI content by using CSS Use flexible box and grid layouts to establish content alignment, direction and orientation; proportional scaling and use of "free scale" for elements within a flexible box or grid; order and arrange content; concepts for using flex box for simple layouts and grid for complex layouts; grid content properties for rows and columns; use application templates. * Managing Text Flow by Using CSS Regions and using regions to flow text content between multiple sections (content source, content container, dynamic flow, flow-into, flow-from, msRegionUpdate, msRegionOverflow, msGetRegionContent); columns and hyphenation and using these CSS settings to optimise the readability of text; use "positioned floats" to create text flow around a floating object * Managing the Graphical Interface by Using CSS Graphics effects (rounded edges, shadows, transparency, background gradients, typography and Web Open Font Format); 2-D 3-D transformations (translate, scale, rotate, skew and 3-D perspective transitions and animations); SVG filter effects; Canvas. * JavaScript and coding essentials Manage and maintain JavaScript, Create and use functions; jQuery and other third-party libraries. Update the UI by using JavaScript Locate/access elements; listen and respond to events; show and hide elements; update the content of elements. * Animations, Graphics, and Accessing Data * Code animations with JavaScript animation; manipulate the canvas; work with images, shapes and other graphics. * Access data access by using JavaScript Send and receive data; transmit complex objects and parsing; load and save files; App Cache; datatypes; forms; cookies; localStorage * JavaScript coding for Touch Interface, Device and Operating System Resources, and More Respond to the touch interface, Gestures, how to capture and respond to gestures, Code additional HTML5 APIs, GeoLocation, Web Workers, WebSocket; File API, Access device and operating system resources, In- memory resources, such as contact lists and calendar; hardware capabilities, such as GPS, accelerometer and camera.

Menopause Update Course Focus: This specialised training day is meticulously designed for healthcare professionals, including nurses, allied healthcare practitioners (AHPs), and general practitioners (GPs), who are already practicing in the field of menopause care. With established NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) Guidance, practitioners can gain heightened confidence in effectively managing women experiencing menopause-related issues. Meet the Expert: Dr. Katie Barber, a seasoned GP with 15 years of experience in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, leads this comprehensive update. Dr. Barber's journey into Women's Health began during her GP training when she earned diplomas from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare. Her work at the John Radcliffe Hospital's Gynaecology department, where she held a special interest in Gynaecology, sparked her enthusiasm for assisting women in navigating the various facets of menopause. Dr. Barber's expertise is further underlined by her Advanced Certificate of Menopause Care from the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare and her accreditation as a British Menopause Society specialist and Menopause trainer in Oxfordshire. She served as the Clinical Lead for the NHS Menopause service at the John Radcliffe in Oxfordshire until March 2021 and currently holds the role of Clinical Lead for the NHS Community Gynaecology Service in Oxfordshire. In 2020, she launched her private service, Oxford Menopause. Course Agenda: 09.15 - Coffee and Registration 09.30 - Introduction and Course Objectives 09.40 - Physiology, Diagnosis, and Principles of Treatment 10.45 - Coffee 11.00 - Risks, Benefits, and Special Considerations (e.g., Premature Ovarian Insufficiency) 13.00 - Lunch 14.00 - Practical Prescribing and Common Pitfalls 14.30 - Vulvo-Vaginal Symptoms and Testosterone 14.30 - Case Studies and Q&A 15.30 - Discussion and Sharing Good Practice - Close Learning Outcomes: 1. Stay Current with Menopausal Evidence: Develop an up-to-date awareness of the latest evidence and clinical guidance concerning menopausal issues and treatment options. 2. Foster Critical Patient Discussions: Demonstrate a critical understanding of key discussion points with patients, enabling more informed and productive consultations. 3. Problem-Solving Skills: Engage in discussions about relevant practice problems and collaboratively explore solutions within the context of menopause care. 4. Values and Attitudes: Develop an awareness of how personal attitudes and values may influence practice in menopause care, fostering a more patient-centric approach. 5. Professional Accountability: Understand the ongoing development of practice in the field of menopause care and embrace professional accountability as an integral aspect of providing high-quality care. 6. Navigating NICE Guidance: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the NICE Guidance, empowering practitioners to align their practice with established best practices. Please note: Course content may be subject to minor updates and adjustments.

Interpreting Blood Results BBO Training has been inundated with requests for courses following the success of our previous offerings, such as NMP Update, Minor Illness, and Diabetes. In response to this demand, we are delighted to introduce a full-day course on the crucial topic of 'Interpreting Blood Results within Primary Care.' This comprehensive program is tailored for experienced Practice Nurses, ANP's, ENP's, Paramedics, and Pharmacists who seek to enhance their proficiency in this vital area. Course Details: Course Schedule: - 09:15 - Coffee and Registration - 09:30 - Introduction and Course Objectives - 09:45 - The 'Full Blood Count,' Including Anemias and B12 - 11:30 - Coffee Break - 11:50 - The 'LFT' - How to Recognize and Manage Deranged LFTs - 12:30 - Lunch - 13:30 - U&E (Urea and Electrolytes) - 14:15 - Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) - 15:00 - Lipids - 15:45 - Evaluations and Course Conclusion Learning Outcomes: By the end of this course, participants will have achieved the following learning outcomes: 1. Understanding of FBC: Develop the ability to interpret a Full Blood Count (FBC), including knowing when to repeat, escalate, and manage simple anemias effectively. 2.Organ-Blood Test Link: Gain insight into the connections between various organs and their relevant blood tests, fostering a holistic understanding of patient health. 3. Medication-Test Relationship: Review the links between different drug groups and the necessary monitoring required for safe practice and prescribing. 4. Chronic Disease Relevance: Develop an awareness of why specific tests are appropriate within various chronic disease groups, improving patient care. 5. National Guidance Awareness: Examine the connections between national guidance (e.g., NICE) and professional judgment, ensuring adherence to best practices. 6. Professional Development: Enhance your awareness of ongoing development within your practice and uphold professional accountability in this specialized field. Our course is designed to provide valuable Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for GPs, nurses, and pharmacists. It's ideal for professional revalidation, with reflective discussions seamlessly integrated into the program. We look forward to welcoming you to this engaging and informative training session. Join us in advancing your knowledge and expertise in interpreting blood results within the primary care setting.

Dermatology focused days have been offered by BBO Training since 2017; we are delighted to be work together with Dermatology Education Partnership Ltd as training providers.  The Dermatology Update for Primary Care is particularly relevant for GPs and primary care nurses (and pharmacists) who wish to update knowledge on dermatology care, including evidence-based practice and guidance. You will see the programme moves you through from knowledge and guidance/guidelines updates to patient and practical aspects to then seeing how you can incorporate this knowledge into practice at a local level. The new skills you will learn will enhance patient care and may reduce secondary care referrals. The importance of dermatology care and promotion of skin health is essential in general practice. The Primary Care Dermatology Society states that 10-15% of the primary care workload involves dermatology and that many common skin conditions are managed entirely within the practice setting. This workload continues to increase as on-going changes in funding and the NHS structure move more patient care into the community. Chronic skin conditions have a psychological impact on life and healthy living. Supporting and helping patients with self-management is often the key to treatment success. The Dermatology Update for Primary Care programme is attached together with tear off application slip, which should be returned to me at the above address. The day will be led by Julie Van Onselen, a dermatology adviser, trainer and educator who has 25 years experience as a dermatology nurse practitioner. Frankie Brown will be organising and facilitating the day. Learning Outcomes for 'Dermatology Update' Day for Primary Care Practitioners By the completion of the 'Dermatology Update' Day, attendees, who are experienced and registered healthcare professionals, should be able to: 1. Enhanced Clinical Knowledge and Guidelines Understanding:   - Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the latest evidence-based information regarding facial skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, and other common dermatological concerns.   - Synthesize and apply updated clinical guidelines to effectively diagnose and manage facial skin conditions in primary care settings. 2. Application of Evidence-Based Practices:   - Apply the acquired knowledge to make informed and evidence-based decisions in the treatment and management of eczema, psoriasis, and other facial skin conditions.   - Utilize current guidelines to guide the prescription of appropriate treatment modalities, taking into consideration patient-specific factors  3. Advanced Treatment and Management Strategies:   - Assess a wide range of treatment and management options for acne, eczema, and psoriasis, and demonstrate an improved ability to tailor interventions to individual patient needs.   - Enhance clinical confidence in recommending suitable therapeutic approaches that align with the latest medical advancements. 4. Enhanced Recognition of Skin Lesions:   - Differentiate between various types of benign skin lesions, showcasing improved proficiency in identifying and classifying these conditions accurately.   - Display a heightened ability to identify potential indicators of pre-cancerous and skin cancer lesions, enabling timely referrals and appropriate patient management. 5. Introduction to Dermoscopy and Practical Application:   - Describe the fundamental principles of dermoscopy and its role in enhancing diagnostic accuracy for various skin conditions.   - Participate in a practical dermoscopy session, applying learned techniques to recognize key dermoscopic patterns and features.   6. Confidence in Practical Dermatology Skills:   - Demonstrate an increased level of confidence in approaching cases involving facial skin conditions, benign skin lesions, and potential skin cancer concerns.   - Employ acquired practical skills, such as dermoscopy, to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes. 7. Effective Communication and Patient Education:   - Communicate effectively with patients regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and potential outcomes for various facial skin conditions.   - Exhibit improved skills in educating patients about self-care strategies, treatment adherence, and monitoring their condition over time. 8. Holistic Patient Care:   - Understand the psychosocial impact of facial skin conditions on patients and their quality of life, and integrate this knowledge into patient-centered care strategies.   - Approach patient care with a holistic mindset, addressing medical, emotional, and psychological aspects of dermatological conditions. By actively engaging in the 'Dermatology Update' Day, attendees will not only augment their clinical knowledge and skills but also enhance their ability to provide comprehensive and evidence-based care to patients with various dermatological concerns in primary care settings.

– the practical steps you need to know This live online suicide intervention training covers a wealth of essential information and strategies to help you help anyone you suspect may be thinking about or planning suicide, or who has survived a previous attempt… -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Accredited CPD Certificate: 6 hours * Length: 1 day (9.15am - 4.00pm GMT) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You never know when you may need these skills… > Brilliant! I’ve been on previous suicide intervention courses over the years, > but this is by far the best – great pace, very knowledgeable trainer...who > brings real experience into the learning... > > SUE HASWELL Join Malcolm Hanson LIVE ONLINE on Tuesday 12th March for his essential suicide intervention training, delivered via Zoom. Book your place and we’ll send you the Zoom link the day before the event. BONUS Recording – the training is recorded, in case anyone experiences technical difficulties, so you also get a recording for a limited time afterwards to maximise your learning. WHY TAKE THIS SUICIDE PREVENTION COURSE Suicide can be a difficult subject to broach and a daunting one to deal with – anyone working with distressed or depressed people wants to keep them safe, to give them the hope they need that circumstances can change for the better, and to provide the skills for coping until that comes about. When people can’t envisage an end to their difficulties, particularly in highly challenging times, a slump into depression can all too quickly spiral down into suicidal thoughts, plans and suicide attempts. The negative trance state of depression [https://www.humangivens.com/college/break-the-cycle-of-depression-online-course/] itself can beguile people into thinking that there is no other way out of their hopelessness. Thankfully, there is much we can do to help – as this indepth suicide intervention course shows. Tutor Malcolm Hanson [https://www.humangivens.com/person/malcolm-hanson/] has a wealth of experience at helping seriously distressed people get through difficulties which he draws upon as he takes you clearly through the steps to take when faced with anyone who feels suicidal.  (He worked for 9 years as a psychotherapist in NHS primary care in an area of extreme deprivation, and for many more years since has seen patients referred by GPs, social workers, psychiatrists, police and probation officers for complex issues.) He has successfully helped clients experiencing multiple trauma (including veterans), chronic pain and terminal illness, clients struggling with uncertain asylum status or facing deportation, and also victims of human trafficking – a tragic range of circumstances in which even the most resilient may sometimes sink into despair. His compassion and understanding shine through this course as he shares with you what he has learnt, along with the latest psychiatric research and risk assessment strategies, to give you the knowledge and assurance you need to work confidently and respectfully with clients struggling to find reasons to stay alive.  You will learn how to build in expectation of positive change from the start, have plenty of time to benefit from group discussions and will work through case scenarios with other attendees to help embed your learning. Suicide affects countless people, not only those directly involved, and is now the most common cause of death in men aged 17 to 34. The highest suicide rate is in men aged 45–49; in women, it is highest in those aged between 50–54.1   Join us for this practical online suicide prevention training to learn how you can help reverse this state of affairs… Book your place [https://www.humangivens.com/college/how-to-manage-suicide-risk-live-online-training/#price] > So much helpful and insightful information delivered in a way that was easy to > listen to and take on board... > > STEVEN TESSEYMAN WHAT WILL YOU LEARN * Deeper insight into when and why different people consider suicide * Crucial elements needed to build rapport with suicidal people * Why most suicidal crises are surprisingly temporary * How to normalise circumstances safely * A model for running therapeutic sessions that best manages suicide risk * Ways to use your own demeanour to instil confidence in the person who is feeling suicidal * Effective information gathering to challenge unhelpful beliefs * What to look for in their answers to your questions * How to broach the subject of suicidal thoughts * A structure for difficult conversations * The ability to reframe unhelpful beliefs * Methods of risk assessment that do not risk losing rapport * Advances in psychiatric research on suicide risk management and the implications of this for psychotherapy and counselling * How to use language of influence * Effective means to address beliefs about being a burden * How to set realistic and empowering goals * How to make best use of the client’s own resources * The importance of addressing emotional needs * How to create a safety plan * Strategies for client safe self-management between sessions * The power of guided imagery for working with suicidal clients * Powerful insights and hope from real case histories * How to take care of yourself – and more… > Malcolm is a wonderful communicator: so clear, measured and thoughtful ... it > was a pleasure and privilege to learn from him > > MATTHEW HOPKINS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE PROGRAMME The ‘How To Reduce Suicide Risk’ live online course starts at 9.15am and runs until 4.00pm. * 9.15am Join the Zoom meeting * 9.30am The important first steps for suicide risk management * 11.00am Comfort break and discussion * 11.30am Working with what the client brings * 1.00pm Lunch break * 1.45pm Rehearsing the safety plan * 2.45pm Comfort break and discussion * 3.00pm Putting what you have learned into practice * 4.00pm Day ends -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHO IS THIS SUICIDE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION COURSE FOR? * Psychotherapists and counsellors * All mental health and welfare professionals – including GPs, social workers, the emergency services, pastoral care and outreach workers – and anyone else working with people with suicidal ideation * Anyone concerned for personal or HR reasons – the training contains a lot of key, helpful information which is presented in a clear, easy to understand way, even though it is primarily geared towards carrying out therapy effectively with suicidal clients * Anyone working with young people, such as teachers and youth workers, will benefit from this live online suicide intervention course * Anyone who may come into contact with people who are very distressed, whether through their paid or volunteer work, will also learn essential live-saving information. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE NOTE This course is not a substitute for therapy. Reference 1. www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/deaths/bulletins/suicidesintheunitedkingdom/2019registrations [https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/deaths/bulletins/suicidesintheunitedkingdom/2019registrations] > The one certainty in life is that circumstances ALWAYS change... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This online suicide awareness and prevention course has been independently accredited by the internationally recognised CPD Standards Office for 6 hours of CPD training. On completion of this training you’ll receive CPD certificates from the College and the CPD Standards Office.

Every relationship has its ups and downs, but sometimes these become too difficult for a couple to manage on their own… -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Accredited CPD Certificate: 6 hours * Length: 1 day (9.15am–4.00pm GMT) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Probably the best couples therapy training course I have ever attended. Very > full, hugely informative content > > WELLBEING OFFICER, SOLENT MIND Live training delivered online – Attend Jennifer Broadley’s online training masterclass live online on Tuesday 21st May 24 via Zoom. The content covered is the same as her attended workshop with a few modifications to some of the exercises, and you will have plenty of opportunities to ask questions. All you need is a quiet place to watch, a computer or tablet and a strong internet signal, the rest is easy – simply book your place as normal, and we will email you details of how to join the Zoom workshop. BONUS RECORDING – the training is recorded, in case anyone experiences technical difficulties on the day, so you will also get a recording for a limited time afterwards to maximise your learning. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE Relationship issues are one of the most common causes of emotional distress – and often the reason people seek help. A solid understanding of why difficulties arise, and what can be done about them, is extremely useful therefore for all caring professionals, not just those working with couples. Drawing on pioneering research, Jennifer Broadley’s one-day couples counselling course gives you this important knowledge, along with a range of strategies and proven tips for working effectively and ethically with more than one client.  She shares the practical guidelines and skills she has acquired over many years of successfully helping couples using the human givens approach to build and maintain supportive and mutually rewarding relationships. Presented without psychobabble, and making good use of insightful case histories, Jennifer demystifies an area of counselling that many find daunting or fear is complicated. The day covers: the most effective ways to help and build rapport with couples in conflicted relationships; the sex differences in processing emotions; non-blame talking styles; the long-term impact of parenting; past conditioning, including psychological traumas, that can give clues about why difficulties arose; and what we can learn from the way successful couples facilitate mutual needs satisfaction. > Well worth attending – and the money. I'm going back refreshed and well > resourced, with lots of new skills and strategies to try. > > PSYCHOTHERAPIST    WHAT WILL YOU LEARN * Essential skills for building and maintaining rapport with two emotionally-aroused people * Ways to encourage both partners to engage in solving their difficulties * How to teach non-blaming communication skills and explain the differences in male and female behaviour to clients * What to do if one or even both parties are having an affair * How to deal with issues specific to couple counselling, such as confidentiality * The key points you need to bear in mind when working with more than one client at a time * How to structure effective therapy sessions and goal setting with two people * Effective ways to help each partner begin to cooperate in helping the other get their emotional needs met * The key ingredients for a healthy and mutually rewarding relationship * An insight into the many common relationship problems – and how to help clients overcome them (illustrated with case histories) * Tips and techniques for staying objective and empathetic, whilst calming your clients’ high emotional arousal * How to recognise and interrupt disruptive behaviour patterns * How to use Solution Focused Questioning to initiate change * How to manage setbacks and keep the partners motivated * How to tell when the relationship isn’t the problem – and what to do about it * How to use Guided Imagery with two people * Information regarding the latest research into effective couples therapy * How early life experiences can influence our relationships, and what to do about this now * Creative ways to develop effective interventions, including using tasks and metaphor * Asperger’s syndrome – how to work with couples if one or both show Asperger traits, a common cause of relationship problems * Considering the wider picture, including other family members * Course notes, Accredited CPD Certificate and more… COURSE PROGRAMME The ‘Couples therapy – a practical masterclass’ counselling course starts at 9.15am and runs until 4.00pm.  (GMT). * 9.15am Join the Zoom meeting * 9.30am What predicts relationship stability and fulfilment? * 11.00am Comfort break and discussion * 11.30am Building empathy, how to use RIGAAR™ * 1.00pm Lunch break * 1.45pm Structuring therapeutic interventions, establishing goals, and moving forward * 2.45pm Comfort break and discussion * 3.00pm Valuing the bigger context * 4.00pm Day ends -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHO IS THIS COURSE SUITABLE FOR? * Anyone considering working therapeutically with couples * Psychotherapists and counsellors already working with couples who would like additional insights, tools and strategies to use * Anyone involved in mental health or whose work involves dealing with couples or families, including: social workers, psychologists, teachers, GPs and health visitors  * Anyone who is interested in learning solution focused, brief therapy interventions, working from the human givens approach, to facilitate a rapid process of change for couples in distress * Anyone wanting to overcome their own insecurity in a relationship or to learn more about the myriad dynamics that come into play in relationships will benefit from the information given on this course. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE NOTE This course is not a substitute for therapy.

Essential self-care for helping professionals New research gives us practical ways to prevent overwhelm or burnout in ourselves and others, manage workplace stress, avoid ‘compassion fatigue’ and much more… -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Accredited CPD Certificate: 6 hours * Length: 1 day (9.15am - 4.00pm GMT) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Really interesting and engaging online course with lots of tips to support > ourselves and our clients > > COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIST Live Online Training – Join Emily Gajewski on Thursday 11th April 2024 to take some important time out for yourself, or to help those you support. Once you’ve booked your place we will email you confirmation and you will receive details of how to join the Zoom workshop the day before the event. Bonus Recording – the training is recorded, in case anyone experiences technical difficulties on the day, so you will also get a recording for a limited time afterwards to maximise your learning. Can’t make this date? Then please register your interest below – and we’ll email you when a new date is available.    To help others effectively, we need to have enough ‘spare capacity’, which means looking after our own wellbeing too – new research shows us how… WHY YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE When our day-to-day jobs involve continually listening to other people’s emotional difficulties, how do we avoid being overwhelmed by them ourselves or succumbing to compassion fatigue? We are the ‘tool’ of our trade. It could be argued that we have a duty to those we work with to prioritise our own mental health and wellbeing so that we can give them the best possible service. This live online training events shows you how. ‘Burnout’ is commonly defined as a physical and emotional state caused by excessive or overwhelming workplace stress. This is often specifically related to work but of course feelings of burnout can be impacted or compounded by other life events and caring roles too. Even if we know good stress management techniques, this often isn’t enough. Burnout is a very common phenomena in the ‘helping professions’, A 2018 research review paper published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology analysed 30 years of research on this topic, involving 9,000 psychotherapists. Over half of the therapists they sampled reported “moderate-high levels of stress and burnout”. The good news is that burnout, overwhelm and empathy fatigue are not a given of working in roles where we are consistently exposed to others’ emotional pain. New research and insights into ‘buffering’ the impact of this work mean that we can consciously choose to put in safeguards to our own mental wellbeing, whilst also remaining connected and present with our clients. Emily Gajewski’s online course draws on her extensive experience of working as a therapist and clinical supervisor, in the NHS and privately, for over 20 years. Throughout the day she examines the many ways working in the caring professions can impact us personally and gives you a wealth of practical steps you can take to mitigate them. She also covers the most up-to-date guidance on keeping ourselves well and thriving in caring roles and will help you develop a realistic plan for your own continuing wellbeing. > Excellent online training…. very insightful and thought provoking > > HILARY KEARNS, ACUPUNCTURIST WHAT YOU WILL LEARN * The latest research on how to prevent burnout in your working life * How to identify burnout in ourselves and others – the warning signs you need to look out for * Easy, practical steps to protect yourself in stressful work situations * How to avoid ‘compassion fatigue’ * Evidence based ‘top tips’ for optimal working practices to maintain your own wellbeing * The Cycle of Stress – how to ‘work with it’ for optimal health * An understanding of vicarious trauma – and how to avoid it * Techniques to calm yourself in client sessions when you are ‘triggered’ by something they bring up * Understanding the difference between compassion fatigue and empathy fatigue * Reducing your own risk of depression when you’re worried about your clients * The joy of creating ‘flow’ in our working life * Constructive ways to manage difficult feelings that arise as a result of your work * Practical techniques for grounding and ‘letting go’ of clients * How to safely explore our own areas of vulnerability * Useful tips for ongoing stress management * What you need to maintain your own mental health * How to re-ground yourself if you’re feeling overwhelmed or derailed by a client * An opportunity for you to reflect on your own practice and wellbeing, take some time to step back, learn what works for you and how you can create more spare capacity * Time to relax, try out techniques and refresh your tools to support your wellbeing and build resilience * How to utilise what you’ve learnt to create your own realistic wellbeing plan. > Very useful and practical. The term ‘burnout’ is become as over-used as > ‘wellbeing’ and ‘stress’. This online course provides clarity on what the term > ‘burnout’ means in reality ... with strategies to counter the effects > > HEADTEACHER SUPPORT SERVICE COUNSELLOR -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE PROGRAMME The ‘How to avoid burnout’ live online course starts at 9.15am and runs until 4.00pm. (GMT). * 9.15am Join the Zoom meeting * 9.30am Understanding Burnout and how to halt the journey towards it * 11.00am Comfort break and discussion * 11.30am Exploring practical self-care steps that can work for YOU! * 1.00pm Lunch break * 1.45pm How to manage difficult feelings that arise as a result of our work * 2.45pm Comfort break and discussion * 3.00pm Creating a plan for your own wellbeing * 4.00pm Day ends -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHO THIS WORKSHOP IS SUITABLE FOR Anyone who works within a role that involves caring for others – including: * medical professionals – including GPs and nurses * health and social care professionals * therapists and mental health workers * counsellors * educators, teachers * professional carers (foster carers and non-paid carers) * social workers * occupational therapists * outreach workers * volunteers * holistic practitioners etc. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This course has been independently accredited by the internationally recognised CPD Standards Office for 6 hours of CPD training. On completion of this training you’ll receive CPD certificates from the College and the CPD Standards Office.

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for This course assumes the student has successfully taken and passed the NCSF Foundation 2.0 course based on the NIST Cybersecurity Framework version 1.1, release April 2018. Following the course introduction, the course provides an introduction to the intersection between digital transformation and cybersecurity, which is followed by an overview of the threat landscape. Following an approach to the implementation of cybersecurity controls, the course delves into an organizational approach to cybersecurity that starts governance, management, and a supportive culture,Finally, the course provides additional guidance for the cybersecurity practitioner to determine the current state, the desired state, and a plan to close the gap - and to do this over and over again to inculcate it into organizational DNA. Overview This course looks at the impact of digital transformation on cybersecurity risks, an understanding of the threat landscape, and an approach to the application of cybersecurity controls. It provides guidance for students on the best approach to design and build a comprehensive cybersecurity program. Executives are keenly aware of the risks but have limited knowledge on the best way to mitigate these risks. This course also enables our executives to answer the critical question - Are we secure? The class includes lectures, informative supplemental reference materials, quizzes, exercises, and formal examination. The exercises are a critical aspect of the course; do not skip them. Outcomes and benefits from this class is a practical approach that students can use to build and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity and cyber-risk management programs. This course is targeted at IT and Cybersecurity professionals looking to become certified on how to operationalize the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (NCSP) across an enterprise and its supply chain. DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION * Explores what the Practitioner needs to know about the relationship between digital transformation and cybersecurity * Explain how to determine the impact of cybersecurity on DX. * Explain the relationships between culture and digital transformation from the perspective of a practitioner. * Explain the delivery of value to stakeholders in a DX & cybersecurity environment. * Illustrate the interdependent relationship between cybersecurity and DX. THREAT LANDSCAPE * The Practitioner needs to understand what threat actors do and their capabilities. * Compare the evolving attack type impact to the threat environment. * Apply knowledge about the threat landscape to maintain a readiness to respond. * Develop a risk profile based on business impact analysis * Establish the relationship between awareness and training in the continual improvement of cybersecurity posture. * Develop and treat training & awareness as a critical aspect of deterrence * Use knowledge about the threat landscape as a predicate to the adoption and adaptation of your cybersecurity posture. THE CONTROLS * This chapter provides a sample set of controls based on an informative reference. * Understand the purpose goals & objectives for each control. * Characterize & explain the informative reference controls * Discover how to apply the controls in an organizational context. ADOPT & ADAPT * Adopt is a decision about governance; adapt is the set of management decisions that result from the decision to adopt. * Distinguish Adopt, Adapt, Management & Governance. * Develop an approach to adoption & adaptation. * Distinguish & demonstrate the impact of organizational culture on developing cybersecurity as a capability. * Develop an assessment approach to define current state. ADAPTIVE WAY OF WORKING * Threat actors are agile and highly adaptive. The cybersecurity Practitioner must develop the same capabilities * Break down what constitutes an adaptive approach. * Characterize & apply the need for crossfunctional teams. * Recognize and prioritize the first steps (get started). * Demonstrate & establish cybersecurity phases. * Break down the impact of the flows. RAPID ADOPTION & RAPID ADAPTATION FASTTRACK * FastTrack? is an approach to allow organizations to learn to adapt to an evolving threat landscape rapidly. * Approach: Establish what it takes to adopt CS. * Determine how that impacts management adaptation of CS. * Determine how that impacts the capability to assess. * CS Capability: Determine the gap between existing & needed capabilities. * Establish what must be developed. * Develop appropriate risk management profile. * Discover how cybersecurity impacts people, practice & technology impacts organization. * Differentiate CIS Implementation groups. * Determine appropriate implementation group & approach. * Develop appropriate phase approaches. CIIS PRACTICE * Cybersecurity is an ongoing game of cat and mouse. Organizations must learn how to inculcate cybersecurity improvement into their DNA. * Break down & develop mechanisms for ongoing cybersecurity improvement that includes developing a learning organization. * Illustrate an improvement plan based on the NIST 7-Step Approach. * Illustrate an improvement plan based on the Improvement GPS * Demonstrate understanding of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification * Break down the balancing loop & how it fits into the escalation archetype * Use the Fast Track? (improvement & implementation) cycles.