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Courses at DCG

Creative Writing Course

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: The Roundhouse
Subject Area: Adult Community Learning
Start Date: Flexible

The aim of this five week course is to help both the beginner and the more advanced writer to develop and improve their writing skills in a range of...

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HTQ in Software Development

L4FT

Course Type: Higher Education
Location: The Roundhouse
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science
Start Date: 11/09/2023

Higher Technical Qualifications (or HTQs) are Level 4 and 5 qualifications that are specifically developed with employers and businesses.

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Child Improve Your Riding

L0PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Animal Care
Start Date: Flexible

This is a roll-on roll-off programme for four-to-14-year-olds to help them develop their riding skills.  Lessons are sold in blocks of four. This can be a stand-alone experience or...

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Groom Your Own Dog

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Animal Care
Start Date: Flexible

An introductory course to learn how to groom your own dog safely and correctly at home. You will leave with the knowledge of how to groom your own dog...

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Pruning College Certificate

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Horticulture
Start Date: 13/02/2024

This is a two-day taster course covering various aspects of horticulture, but focusing on pruning techniques. We will cover timing, types of pruning and good practice and explain the...

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Man Made With Love

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Floristry
Start Date: 11/02/2024

This is an informal and welcoming workshop for anyone interested in floristry who wishes to learn how to create and gift wrap a beautiful hand-tied bouquet of a dozen...

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Dog Grooming Taster Day

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Animal Care
Start Date: Flexible

This course is for individuals who would like to have an introduction to commercial dog grooming and an insight into what a career in this field can entail. The...

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Certificate in Advanced Personal Training – Level 4

L4FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Sport
Start Date: 11/09/2023

The Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Personal Training builds on the knowledge gained on a Level 3 Personal Training course by applying new techniques to support, enhance and manage the...

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Canine First Aid Practical Refresher – February

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Animal Care
Start Date: 27/01/2024

This is a practical course allowing you to practise elements of the Canine First Aid course so that you become more confident and competent in first aid procedures.

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Level 2 Certificate in Digital and IT Skills – for Adults

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: The Roundhouse
Subject Area: Adult Digital
Start Date: Flexible

This is a flexible ICT portfolio-based qualification for adults aged 19+. It is ideal for learners keen to develop their abilities for roles requiring specific digital and IT...

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Level 2 Certificate in Digital and IT Skills – for Adults

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Ilkeston
Subject Area: Adult Digital
Start Date: Flexible

This is a flexible ICT portfolio-based qualifications for adults aged 19+. It is ideal for learners keen to develop their abilities to prepare for roles requiring specific digital...

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