Health and Wellbeing!Personal Learning - Health & Wellbeing
Personal Learning!Adult
Course Type:
Part Time
Entry Requirements:
In order to attend the course, learners should be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English at Entry Level 3 and above.
Start date:
Multiple dates
Course Overview
Discover just how incredible your brain really is and how small daily choices can help it thrive. In this fun, interactive session, you’ll learn how your brain works, how it grows and changes throughout life, and what it needs to stay sharp, focused, and resilient. From brain-boosting foods to mindset shifts and learning strategies, this short course will give you practical, science-backed tips to keep your brilliant brain in top form.
What will I learn?
By the end of this short course, you will be able to:
1. Describe three of your brain’s functions or abilities.
2. Identify lifestyle choices that enhance how you think, focus, learn and remember.
3. Choose two actions you can take this week to look after and improve your brain.
4. Identify progression opportunities and next steps.
How is the course delivered?
The course will be delivered either at one of our community venues, or online. Please check details when enrolling.
The community venue will be in a nearby location, where you can meet people face to face and learn together in a suitably equipped classroom setting.
Online courses will be delivered on MS Teams, and you will be sent the join details and links prior to the course. You will need access to a computer, laptop or tablet device with access to the internet. All devices should have a camera, sound and a microphone so that you are able to interact with your teacher and peers during the course.
Activities for the sessions include:
Active listening and reflective discussion
Participation in individual and group/team tasks
Personal reflection and note taking
Links to recommended websites and apps will be given to aid independent learning.
How will my learning be assessed?
The teacher will use a range of activities to review learner’s knowledge throughout the course and identify any gaps and additional information required
Learners will receive feedback to further develop their knowledge
Learners will assess their knowledge at the start of the course and again at the end against the learning outcomes. This allows you to identify how much you have learnt and where you might need to do further study or research.
Learners will also be supported to set an individual target(s) for the course based on personal goals and aspirations.
Additional Information
You will be asked to complete a record of your learning to consolidate your new knowledge. This will be done either by hard copy or online (MS Forms). There will also be some worksheets (face to face) and other written exercises. Please ensure that you have a pen and paper/notebook with you.
Please arrive for your class at least 10 minutes before the start to get set up, meet your teacher and other learners. If the course is online, this gives you a chance to make sure your device is working properly.
The Additional Learning Support Team work across college supporting students with a variety of learning needs in different ways. Support can be requested at enrolment or at any point throughout your course.
