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Printing - Full Course Details

Printing course for both beginners and those with some experience. Learn and develop techniques in printing - including etching, block print and silk screen - in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. All materials are safe and non-toxic.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
S545a	2	Wednesday	6:30pm – 8:30pm	26 Sep to 5 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £133.00; R rate £103.00; A rate £74.00 (funder_code:S)

Reflexology - Full Course Details

This is a focussed pressure technique, directed at the feet or hands. The benefits include relaxation, relieving stress and tension.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L821a	2	Friday	1pm – 3pm	28 Sep to 7 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £65.00; R rate £21.00; A rate £5.00 (funder_code:L)

Sewing – Basic - Full Course Details

A practical sewing course for beginners. You will learn a range of sewing, craft and design skills recorded in a portfolio.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L553a	2	Friday	1pm – 3pm	28 Sep to 7 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £66.00; R rate £22.00; A rate £6.00 (funder_code:L)

Sewing Step Up - Full Course Details

A practical sewing course for learners to advance.Will use Commercial sewing patterns You will learn a range of sewing, craft and design skills recorded in a portfolio.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L552a	2	Friday	10am – 12pm	28 Sep to 7 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £60.00; R rate £20.00; A rate £6.00 (funder_code:L)

Sign language – Beginners - Full Course Details

A basic non-accredited Sign language course for people who want to learn how to communicate using sign language.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L401a	2	Wednesday	10am – 12pm	26 Sep to 5 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £63.00; R rate £19.00; A rate £3.00 (funder_code:L)
S403a	2	Thursday	6:30pm – 8:30pm	27 Sep to 6 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £112.00; R rate £84.00; A rate £56.00 (funder_code:S)

Spanish – Advanced - Full Course Details

Advanced Spanish course for those who have studied at least six terms of study.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L428a	2	Thursday	10:30am – 12:30pm	27 Sep to 6 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £89.00; R rate £49.00; A rate £29.00 (funder_code:L)

Spanish – Beginners - Full Course Details

Learn the basic e.g. directions, shopping, ordering food etc.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L419a	2	Tuesday	3:15pm – 5:15pm	25 Sep to 4 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £65.00; R rate £21.00; A rate £5.00 (funder_code:L)

Spanish – Beginners 2 - Full Course Details

Continuing beginners is suitable for those who have already completed one term of study

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L421a	2	Tuesday	10am – 12pm	25 Sep to 4 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £65.00; R rate £21.00; A rate £5.00 (funder_code:L)

Spanish – ESPANOL EN MARCHA - Full Course Details

Advanced Spanish course for those that have completed at least six terms of study.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L429a	2	Wednesday	10:30am – 12:30pm	26 Sep to 5 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £89.00; R rate £49.00; A rate £29.00 (funder_code:L)

Spanish – Improvers - Full Course Details

This Spanish course is suitable for those who have already completed a minimum of one term of study

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L423a	2	Monday	1pm – 3pm	24 Sep to 3 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £65.00; R rate £21.00; A rate £5.00 (funder_code:L)
L424a	2	Tuesday	10:30am – 12:30pm	25 Sep to 4 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £65.00; R rate £21.00; A rate £5.00 (funder_code:L)

Spanish – Intermediate - Full Course Details

This Spanish course is suitable for those who have already completed a minimum of three terms of study.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L425a	2	Tuesday	1pm – 3pm	25 Sep to 4 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £89.00; R rate £49.00; A rate £29.00 (funder_code:L)
L426a	2	Wednesday	1pm – 3pm	26 Sep to 5 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £89.00; R rate £49.00; A rate £29.00 (funder_code:L)

Spanish – Intermediate 2 - Full Course Details

This Spanish course is suitable for those who have already completed a minimum of three terms of study.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L427a	2	Thursday	1pm – 3pm	27 Sep to 6 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £89.00; R rate £49.00; A rate £29.00 (funder_code:L)

Stained Glass - Full Course Details

Stained Glass course. Learn how to make a stained glass panel or make an object out of kiln fired slumped glass in a relaxed informal learning environment. Ideal for students wanting practical ‘workshop’ learning experience.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
S564a	2	Monday	1pm – 3pm	24 Sep to 3 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £133.00; R rate £103.00; A rate £74.00 (funder_code:S)
S565a	2	Monday	6:30pm – 8:30pm	24 Sep to 3 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £133.00; R rate £103.00; A rate £74.00 (funder_code:S)
S566a	2	Tuesday	6:30pm – 8:30pm	25 Sep to 4 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	Full rate £133.00; R rate £103.00; A rate £74.00 (funder_code:S)

Stained Glass Weekend - Full Course Details

Stained Glass course.Using our well equipped workshop learn techniques to create your own stained glass items.

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
S587a	5	Saturday	10am – 3pm	10 Nov to 11 Nov 2018 (2 weeks)	Full rate £75.00; A rate £58.00; R rate £58.00 (funder_code:S)

Switched On - Full Course Details

A Supported computer course. Introduction to basic computer skills and use of other technology. Suitable for people with learning difficulties/disabilities

Supported Course

Timetable Options

Course Ref	Hours per week	Days(s)	Time	Course Dates	Costs
L240a	2	Tuesday	10am – 12pm	24 Sep to 3 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	One Off £6.00 (funder_code:L)
L241a	2	Monday	1pm – 3pm	24 Sep to 3 Dec 2018 (10 weeks)	One Off £6.00 (funder_code:L)

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Course Funding

Swarthmore provides a variety of courses some of which are subsidised by public funding.

Courses with course codes pre-fixed by a letter ‘F’, ‘L’ or ‘N’ are subsidised and have age restrictions.

‘F’: courses are accredited and are funded by the ‘Skills Funding Agency’ for those aged 16 and over.
‘L’ & ‘N’ courses for those aged 19 and over.
‘L’ courses are supported by Leeds City Council for Leeds Metropolitan area residents, priority given to those living in disadvantaged areas, people not in employment and/or in receipt of benefits, those with low skills, no qualifications, disadvantaged groups or individuals with specific needs e.g. lone parents, BAME groups, adults with LDD.

For information funding and eligibility see the ‘costs’ page.