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<title>TRIO</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1744</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>an introduction to multi media for every day use in the business world.  this will be ueful for anyone working in a technology environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 12 May 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 9 May 08 13:52:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Desktop Publishing</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1743</link>
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<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>Learn to create professional standard documents like poster, leaflets, certificates etc and brochures.</p><p>Course Starts on: 12 May 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 9 May 08 13:26:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Desktop Publishing</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1742</link>
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<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>An intoductory course into desktop publishing showing you how to produce posters, leaflets and brochures.</p><p>Course Starts on: 12 May 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 9 May 08 13:24:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Floristry</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1741</link>
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<h3>Neath YMCA</h3><p>Join up for an enjoyable activity and learn how to create and condition some wonderful floral arrangements for the home or gifts for friends and family. Some basic floristry techniques are included.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 18.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 1 May 08 16:47:57 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Floristry</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1740</link>
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<h3>Neath YMCA</h3><p>Join up for an enjoyable activity and learn how to create and condition some wonderful floral arrangements for the home or gifts for friends and family. Some basic floristry techniques are included.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 18.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 1 May 08 16:40:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Floristry</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1739</link>
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<h3>Neath YMCA</h3><p>Join up for an enjoyable activity and learn how to create and condition some wonderful floral arrangements for the home or gifts for friends and family. Basic floristry techniques are included.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 18.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 1 May 08 16:21:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Photography</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1738</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Learn how to take pictures using your camera and be able to get the most out of the pictures that you take.</p><p>Course Starts on: 15 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 08 12:25:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>French Level</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1737</link>
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<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>Want to learn french, then this course will teach the basic survival skills to visit France, introduce yourself, order food and drink and go shopping</p><p>Course Starts on: 12 May 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 11.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 7 Apr 08 13:56:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Digital Photography Level 2</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1736</link>
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<h3>Dove Workshop</h3><p>This course is a contiinuation from the introduction to digital cameras.  Get the results from your digital camera and learn how to create original images using yourPC.</p><p>Course Starts on: 10 March 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 14.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 7 Apr 08 11:12:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Photoshop Techniques 2 Fri pm</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1735</link>
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<h3>Skewen Local Action Centre</h3><p>The course will teach you how to adjust your photographs, manipulate them, add text and special effects and also combine several different images to create montages and complex finished pictures using Adobe Photoshop. Tutor Simon Francis</p><p>Course Starts on: 14 March 2008</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 08 16:33:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Basic IT Applications</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1734</link>
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<h3>Cymmer Local Action Centre</h3><p>A set of two Six Week Courses for voluntary groups in the Upper Afan Valley, covering desk top publishing and web page design - ring 851959/852690 for more details</p><p>Course Starts on: 28 February 2008</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 08 16:40:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>IT Bilingual</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1733</link>
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<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications. If you want to be confident in saving, organising and retrieving your files. This course will show you how to produce professional looking documents.Also learn how to find things on the internet, to satisfy your curiosity or to save money and use e-mail fully.</p><p>Course Starts on: 9 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 08 10:50:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Digital Photography, Imaging and Camcorders</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1732</link>
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<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>Get the results from your digital camera <br />Learn how to transfer photos from camera to computer, Burn Images to CD, sending pictues as email attachments and Basic editing, which envolves improving the quality of photo, cropping to remove unwanted person/item, removing red eye and resizing and flip/rotate/mirror.</p><p>Course Starts on: 9 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 12.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 08 10:25:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1729</link>
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<h3>Abergwynfi Junior School</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications. File management, Word Processing, Database and Spreadsheets are introduced in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 1 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 17.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 08 15:47:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT Plus</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1728</link>
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<h3>Abergwynfi Junior School</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 1 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 17.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 08 15:45:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1727</link>
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<h3>Abergwynfi Junior School</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 1 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 17.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 08 15:43:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Word processing</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1726</link>
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<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>This is the most common use of the PC and is easily learned. If you are interested in improving your typing skills, or learning how to send out a letter, a memo, a report correctly, then this could be the course for you. And of course, concentrating on typing will dramatically improve your speed too.</p><p>Course Starts on: 7 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 12.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 08 12:16:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Using your Digital Camera 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1725</link>
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<h3>Dove Workshop</h3><p>Get the results from your digital camera and learn how to create original images using your PC.  Just bring along your digital camera.</p><p>Course Starts on: 10 March 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 11.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 08 11:4:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Local History</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1724</link>
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<h3>Resolven Community Centre</h3><p>From the Roman occupation of Nidium,the monks of Neath Abbey to the later industrialists who made and ruled Neath the local heritage is uncovered.Trace the political and literary figures and origin of historic buildings. Find the answers to who were the female pirates of the Nedd River? and what was Parsons Folly? and other fascinating facts.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 February 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 13.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 08 10:49:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Photoshoppm</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1723</link>
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<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>The course will teach you how to adjust your photographs, manipulate them, add text and special effects and also combine several different images to create montages and complex finished pictures using Adobe Photoshop.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 February 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 08 10:40:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Photoshopam</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1722</link>
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<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>The course will teach you how to adjust your photographs, manipulate them, add text and special effects and also combine several different images to create montages and complex finished pictures using Adobe Photoshop.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 February 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 08 10:37:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>20th Century Welsh History Course</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1721</link>
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<h3>Crynant Community Centre</h3><p>Come along to this FREE course and learn all about 20th Century Welsh History. The course will cover:  <br />The legacy of war:  1918-1930<br />Interwar South Wales: 1930-1945<br />Nationalised Wales:  post 1945<br />Towards the Millennium:  South Wales late 20th century<br />A Devolved Wales:  2000 onwards<br />Contact Vanessa on 01792 602017 or Lorraine on 01639 700024 for more information.<br /><br /></p><p>Course Starts on: 4 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 14.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 08 10:9:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>BITE</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1720</link>
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<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>This course is an introduction to the Foundation in Technology Course.  At the end they will end up with 40 credits at foundation level.</p><p>Course Starts on: 21 February 2008</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 08 12:13:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Beginners Spanish (FREE Course)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1719</link>
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<h3>Dove Workshop</h3><p>Come along and learn some beginners Spanish.  Learn greetings, talk about your family and interests, and much more!  No previous qualifications required.  Progression to other courses is possible.  For more information please contact Vanessa on 01792 602017 or DOVE Workshop on 01639 700024.</p><p>Course Starts on: 6 March 2008</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 08 10:48:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>BITE (Basic IT Essentials)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1718</link>
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<h3>Seven Sisters Community Centre</h3><p>The Basic IT Essentials (BITE) Course is FREE.  <br />The course includes: An Introduction to Word, Basic Concepts of IT, File Managment and Internet and E-mail. <br />The course is accredited and students can gain 40 credits at HE Level 0.</p><p>Course Starts on: 7 March 2008</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 8 Feb 08 14:22:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Computer Accounts (SAGE)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1716</link>
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<h3>Cymmer Local Action Centre</h3><p>The aim of this course is to develop ability in the operation of computerised accounts software (Sage) applied to routine accounting tasks. Assessment will take the form of an external examination.</p><p>Course Starts on: 6 February 2008</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 4 Feb 08 14:54:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Early Years Care and Education</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1715</link>
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<h3>Taibach Community Education Centre</h3><p>NVQ Levels 2,3 &amp; 4  An opportunity to gain a recognised qualification for those caring for children up to seven years of age. Group sessions provide the underpinning knowledge to complement practice and assist the development of your personal evidence portfolio for assessment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 9 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 08 16:6:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Drop In Neuadd Cwmllynfell</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1714</link>
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<h3>Ystalyfera Development Trust</h3><p>Learn to use computers, Internet, email, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Database.  Friendly Tutor support.  Work at your own pace.</p><p>Course Starts on: 31 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 08 11:55:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Nvq Lev 2 childcare</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1713</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>NVQ Levels 2,3 &amp; 4  An opportunity to gain a recognised qualification for those caring for children up to seven years of age. Group sessions provide the underpinning knowledge to complement practice and assist the development of your personal evidence portfolio for assessment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 5 February 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 08 9:42:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Working with Digital Images</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1712</link>
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<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>Get the results from your digital camera and learn how to create original images using yourPC.   Learn how to manipulate your photos using your computer.</p><p>Course Starts on: 14 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jan 08 13:7:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Computer Accounts (SAGEII)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1711</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>The aim of this course is to develop ability in the operation of computerised accounts software (Sage) applied to routine accounting tasks. Assessment will take the form of an external examination.</p><p>Course Starts on: 16 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 08 11:41:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Family History Club</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1710</link>
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<h3>Dove Workshop</h3><p>This is an introduction to family history and is suitable for beginners as well as those with existing skills.  We will be looking at ways of researching and accessing information from various archives etc.</p><p>Course Starts on: 30 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 08 10:29:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Foundation in Higher Education (Business)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1709</link>
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<h3>Seven Sisters Community Centre</h3><p>The Foundation aims to develop a basic understanding of business management skills and processes.  Covering subjects such as management, personnel, business IT, finance, marketing and more.  First module will be &amp;lsquo;Managing for the First Time&amp;lsquo;.  The course will start on 18th February 2008, 9.30 am - 1.30 pm at Seven Sisters Community Centre.  Funding is available for childcare (places subject to availability) and dependant costs.  For more information ring Vanessa Thomas on 01792 602017.</p><p>Course Starts on: 18 February 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 08 10:23:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to Aromatherapy</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1708</link>
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<h3>Dove Workshop</h3><p>Covers the basic principles and history of aromatherapy.  Looks at the use of essential oils as well as massage techniques.  This course in non-accredited and will not qualify learners as aromatherapists but will increase confidence with the use of oils.</p><p>Course Starts on: 21 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 10.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 08 10:7:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to Digital Cameras</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1707</link>
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<h3>Dove Workshop</h3><p>An introductory course that will show you how to get the results from your digital camera and learn how to create original images using your PC.</p><p>Course Starts on: 14 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 14.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 08 13:47:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Basic Computer Course</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1704</link>
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<h3>Ystalyfera Development Trust</h3><p>A free basic six week computer course covering the use of various Microsoft Applications: Word; Power-point; Access and Excel.</p><p>Course Starts on: 11 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 7 Jan 08 15:46:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to Sociology</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1703</link>
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<h3>Dove Workshop</h3><p>How Sociology helps us Understand the World we Live In.  At the end of the module it is anticipated that students will have an awareness of social issues relevant to their lives and a basic understanding of how society operates.<br /><br />This is a Foundation Level course and on successful completion students will be awarded 10 credits.  For more information please ring 01792 295786</p><p>Course Starts on: 1 May 2008</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 12.45</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 7 Jan 08 10:48:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Leadership Skills</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1702</link>
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<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>This course is a brief introduction to leadership skills in the work place from Man management, finanace, Team Building, assessing workers organising work schedules and liasing with other departments within your company.  This course will give you an insight in to leadership in the work place</p><p>Course Starts on: 14 November 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Dec 07 14:2:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Leadership Skills 2</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1701</link>
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<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>National vocational qualifications in Learning and Development are for those who have a responsibiility for identifying training needs, assessing candidates progress and evaluation of programmes. NVQs available as follows: Unit A1 Vocational Assessor Award; Unit A2 Observational Assessor Award; Unit V1 Internal Verifier Award. From November, Certificate in Mentoring in the Workplace and Certificate in Coaching Learning in the Workplace.</p><p>Course Starts on: 14 November 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Dec 07 13:42:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Leadership Skills 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1700</link>
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<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>National vocational qualifications in Learning and Development are for those who have a responsibiility for identifying training needs, assessing candidates progress and evaluation of programmes. NVQs available as follows: Unit A1 Vocational Assessor Award; Unit A2 Observational Assessor Award; Unit V1 Internal Verifier Award. From November, Certificate in Mentoring in the Workplace and Certificate in Coaching Learning in the Workplace.</p><p>Course Starts on: 14 November 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Dec 07 13:34:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Beginners Internet</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1699</link>
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<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>Become an accomplished surfer on the World Wide Web. Learn how to find the sites you require, search for information and download whatever you maybe interested in.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 November 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Dec 07 15:54:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Photoshop Techniques 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1698</link>
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<h3>Skewen Local Action Centre</h3><p>Get the results from your digital camera and learn how to create original images using your PC and Adobe Photoshop</p><p>Course Starts on: 7 December 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 07 13:27:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Internet</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1697</link>
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<h3>Taibach Community Education Centre</h3><p>Become an accomplished surfer on the World Wide Web. Learn how to find the sites you require, search for information and download whatever you maybe interested in. Learn how to buy and sell using the internet.</p><p>Course Starts on: 9 November 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 07 10:26:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults Year 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1696</link>
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<h3>Dove Workshop</h3><p>This course is for those with very little knowledge of Welsh language and is suitable for beginners.  By the end of the course students can expect to have basic knowledge of the language and be able to use it in everyday situations.</p><p>Course Starts on: 6 November 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 07 14:9:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Spanish</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1695</link>
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<h3>Dove Workshop</h3><p>Come along and learn some basic Spanish.  This course is Free.<br /><br />Childcare provided, subject to availability. Dependent care costs available.<br /><br />For further information please contact Vanessa on 01792 602017 or e-mail:  v.l.thomas@swansea.ac.uk</p><p>Course Starts on: 8 November 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 07 13:49:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>OCR Word processing/Text Production Level 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1693</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>This is the most common use of the PC and is easily learned. Produce and edit your own letters, documents, reports or even stories. All abilities can be catered for on most classes.</p><p>Course Starts on: 28 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Oct 07 11:5:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>OCN Word Processing Level 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1692</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>A course for complete beginners and those with a little know how, it will show you how to use basic computer packages, and how to save work, and more importantly how to find it again!</p><p>Course Starts on: 28 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Oct 07 9:48:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Drop In Facility</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1691</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Cwmafan Library</h3><p>Drop in facility with Allison Davies. Update your CV, learn how to use a wordprocessor or create a spreadsheet. Surf the internet and use email. Many more features!</p><p>Course Starts on: 3 October 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 3 Oct 07 10:56:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>British Sign Language</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1690</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>These courses are suitable for people who wish to communicate effectively with the deaf.In particular,to those with family and friends or working in the caring profession. This is also ideal for those whose work involves front-line contact with the public. CACDP Stage 1 &amp; 2 Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 9 October 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 2 Oct 07 12:25:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Italian</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1689</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>Italian for beginners - an introductory course for all.  It will cover the basic skills that will enable you to communicate in everyday situations.</p><p>Course Starts on: 11 October 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 2 Oct 07 12:22:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1688</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications. File management, Word Processing, Database and Spreadsheets are introduced in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 12.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 1 Oct 07 11:40:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1687</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 07 11:28:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1686</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 07 11:23:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>IT Levels 1 and 2</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1685</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Cwmafan Library</h3><p>The course will cover word processing, spread sheets, data base, using the internet and presentations. All levels catered for.</p><p>Course Starts on: 28 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 07 14:28:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1684</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Cwmafan Library</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications. File management, Word Processing, Database and Spreadsheets are introduced in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 28 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 12.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 07 14:15:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1683</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Cwmafan Library</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications. File management, Word Processing, Database and Spreadsheets are introduced in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 07 9:41:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Sage Accounts</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1682</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Neath Central</h3><p>The aim of this course is to develop ability in the operation of Computerised Accounts software (SAGE) applied to routine accounting tasks. Assessment will take the form of an external examination.</p><p>Course Starts on: 2 October 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 07 9:40:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Adobe Photoshop1/2/3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1681</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Neath Central</h3><p>This course will enable learners to create stunning images from scratch or by importing and editing images from a scanner or digital camera. Study mode is in 11-week blocks and the learner may join in Sept., January or April depending on experience</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 17:4:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Internet</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1680</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>Become an accomplished surfer on the World Wide Web. Learn how to find the sites you require, search for information and download whatever you maybe interested in.</p><p>Course Starts on: 20 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 14.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 15:4:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Learndirect</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1679</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>Learndirect offer a wide range of courses, many of which are free.  Once enrolled on a chosen course you will have the ability to access your course from home.</p><p>Course Starts on: 20 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 10.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 12:26:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1678</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of English, Mathamatics and Information Technology</p><p>Course Starts on: 18 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 11:27:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Intro to IT and New CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1676</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 12.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 10:45:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>British Sign Language</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1675</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>These courses are suitable for people who wish to communicate effectively with the deaf.In particular,to those with family and friends or working in the caring profession. This is also ideal for those whose work involves front-line contact with the public. CACDP Stage 1 &amp; 2 Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 16.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 10:39:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>British Sign Language</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1674</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>These courses are suitable for people who wish to communicate effectively with the deaf.In particular,to those with family and friends or working in the caring profession. This is also ideal for those whose work involves front-line contact with the public. CACDP Stage 1 &amp; 2 Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 16.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 10:37:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Digital Photography, Imaging and Camcorders</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1673</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>Get the results from your digital camera and learn how to create original images using yourPC.   This course is suitable for beginners or returners</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 9.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 10:27:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT Plus</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1672</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 12.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 10:12:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1671</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 28 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 10:10:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1670</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 9:57:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1669</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 9:56:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1668</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Amman Valley Enterprise</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications. File management, Word Processing, Database and Spreadsheets are introduced in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 12.15</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 07 9:54:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1667</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Noddfa Centre</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 21 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 07 16:37:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Art Painting &amp;amp; Drawing</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1666</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Brynsiriol Community Centre</h3><p>For all budding artists or those seeking to improve their skills using pastels and water-colour techniques or oils.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 07 16:27:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1664</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications. File management, Word Processing, Database and Spreadsheets are introduced in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 14.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 07 14:50:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1663</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 12.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 07 14:45:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1662</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 12.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 07 13:49:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1661</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable for those with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 14.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 07 10:48:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1660</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer. This will cover Word Processing as a start to moving on to selected topics including Level 2 Word Processing or CLAIT in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 12.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 07 10:46:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Internet</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1659</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>Become an accomplished surfer on the World Wide Web. Learn how to find the sites you require, search for information and download whatever you maybe interested in.</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 07 10:15:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>New CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1658</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable for those with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 12.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 07 17:13:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Computer Software Levels 1/2/3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1657</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>Modules are available at all levels in a variety of packages e.g. Word, Access, Excel, Internet, Powerpoint and DTP.  You decide what you want to learn - it is not necessary to complete all modules.  Each succcessfully completed module is certificated by the nationally recognised awarding body NOCN (National Open College Network)</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 07 17:2:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Digital Photography and Imaging</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1656</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>Get good results from your digital camera and learn how to manage and edit digital images using your PC.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 07 16:57:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults Year 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1655</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>This course is suitable for complete beginners.  Learn to speak Welsh in a relaxed and friendly environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 18 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 07 16:48:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT (Afternoon)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1654</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 07 15:56:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT (Morning)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1653</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 07 15:55:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Business Studies - Business Finance</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1652</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This is a module of the Foundation Course in Business Studies.  It will cover the financial skills required in the modern small business.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 07 15:37:1 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Business Studies - Marketing</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1651</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This module is part of the Foundation Course in Business Studies.  It will examine the marketing skills and strategies required for the modern business.</p><p>Course Starts on: 6 November 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 07 15:34:13 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Spanish for Beginners</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1650</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Prepares beginners with the basics required to communicate effectively in everyday situations and develop the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing in the Spanish language.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 07 15:27:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Italian for Beginners</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1649</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Resolven Integrated Children&quot;s Centre</h3><p>An introductory course for those who wish to learn to speak Italian for business and/or leisure. Further courses will be available for students who wish to progress further.</p><p>Course Starts on: 9 October 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 07 15:23:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Lip Reading Experienced</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1648</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Neath YMCA</h3><p>Learn this practical and useful skill and go on to obtain a CACDP Stage 1 &amp; 2 Certificate in this area.</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 7 Sep 07 19:48:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1647</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Local Action Centre (Aqua Diner)</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications. File management, Word Processing, Database and Spreadsheets are introduced in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 4 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 17.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 16:48:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Basic Skills</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1643</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Tywyn Primary School</h3><p>Improving your use of English &amp; Numbers Classes are held in the community and workplace,all free of charge and give adults the chance to improve their English and Maths with friendly help and support. At your own pace you can increase your confidence, help yourchildren with homework and gain a qualification. Access to a computers are available to all.Qualifications are negotiated with individual students.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 9.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 14:16:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>WLPAN</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1642</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Community Education Centre</h3><p>These Welsh intensive courses meet twice a week and are the ideal wayto kickstart your effort to become fluent in Welsh.The emphasis is on speaking Welsh. Also on Wednedays 9.30 to 11.30am. Please contact 01792 602070 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 14:16:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Photography</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1641</link>
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<h3>Sandfields Community Education Centre</h3><p>How to take a good picture with your camera and associated uses. Please contact 01639 898581 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 14:15:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Keyboards</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1640</link>
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<h3>Sandfields Community Education Centre</h3><p>Ideal for beginners to learn the basics of keyboard playing and music theory. Classes for advanced students are also available.</p><p>Course Starts on: 28 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 14:12:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>IT Skills Thur pm</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1639</link>
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<h3>Sandfields Community Education Centre</h3><p>Learn to use computers, Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Desktop Publishing, Internet and email. Friendly tutor support. All abilities catered for.</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 12.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 14:11:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>IT Skills Fri am</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1638</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Community Education Centre</h3><p>Learn to use computers, Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Desktop Publishing, Internet and email. Friendly tutor support. All abilities catered for.</p><p>Course Starts on: 28 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 14:10:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>IT Skills Tue pm</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1636</link>
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<h3>Sandfields Community Education Centre</h3><p>Learn to use computers, Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Desktop Publishing, Internet and email. Friendly tutor support. All abilities catered for.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 12.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 14:9:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>IT Skills Wed pm</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1637</link>
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<h3>Sandfields Community Education Centre</h3><p>Learn to use computers, Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Desktop Publishing, Internet and email. Friendly tutor support. All abilities catered for.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 18.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 14:9:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>IT Skills Mon am</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1635</link>
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<h3>Sandfields Community Education Centre</h3><p>Learn to use computers, Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Desktop Publishing, Internet and email. Friendly tutor support. All abilities catered for.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 14:8:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Image Editing and Publishing</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1633</link>
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<h3>Sandfields Community Education Centre</h3><p>Learn how to import and download pictures, edit them, add special effects and then either print them out or export to various media. All levels of experience catered for.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 12.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 14:6:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Image Editing and Publishing</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1634</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Sandfields Community Education Centre</h3><p>Learn how to import and download pictures, edit them, add special effects and then either print them out or export to various media. All levels of experience catered for.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 14.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 14:6:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>E-Quals</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1632</link>
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<h3>Sandfields Community Education Centre</h3><p>City &amp; Guilds e-Quals 07 suite IT User qualifications can help increase skills and confidence in a range of areas and at different levels including word-processing, using spreadsheets and databases, desktop publishing and web design. Level 1 builds basic skills and confidence, Level 2 widens knowledge and develop exisiting skills and Level 3 combines planning and organising with high levels of IT User skills.</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 9:17:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Qui Kung for Health</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1631</link>
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<h3>Sandfields Church Hall</h3><p>This is a course which focuses on the Chinese system for working, developing and cultivating your natural energy. In today&amp;lsquo;s stressful world it teaches you how to rebalance your physical and psychological sides.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Sep 07 9:15:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>WLPAN</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1630</link>
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<h3>Mozart Drive Community Centre</h3><p>These Welsh intensive courses meet twice a week and are the ideal wayto kickstart your effort to become fluent in Welsh.The emphasis is on speaking Welsh. Classes meet on Tuesdays abd Thursdays 7pm to 9pm. For further information please phone 01792 602070</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 16:18:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Lip Reading</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1629</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Mozart Drive Community Centre</h3><p>CACDP Stage 1 &amp; 2 Certificate. For further details please contact 01639 898581.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 16:17:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAiT and CLAiT Intermediate</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1628</link>
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<h3>Port Talbot YMCA</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate. For further information please contact 01792 467791</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 12.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 16:9:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT and CLAiT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1627</link>
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<h3>Port Talbot YMCA</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate. For further information please contact 01792 467791</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 16:8:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Cwrs Pellach bore Mercher</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1626</link>
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<h3>Wesley Church Hall</h3><p>This is the next step after an Wlpan course or after attending a once a week course for at least 2 years. Could also be suitable for those who have attained GCSE or O-level Welsh at school. diddordebau. Cwrs Pellach will be offered as an intensive course meeting twice a week for one year or meeting once a week for two years. Phne 01792 602070 for details.<br /><br />Y cam nesaf ar l y cwrs Wlpan, neu ar l bod mewn dosbarth<br />unwaith yr wythnos am o leiaf dwy flynedd. Gall fod yn addas hefyd<br />os ydych chi wedi gwneud TGAU neu lefel O yn yr ysgol.<br />Bydd y Cwrs Pellach yn cael ei gynnig fel cwrs dwys yn cwrdd<br />ddwywaith yr wythnos am flwyddyn neu unwaith yr wythnos am<br />ddwy flynedd. Ffoniwch 01792 602070 am manylion.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:48:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Cwrs Pellach non LLun</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1625</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Wesley Church Hall</h3><p>This is the next step after an Wlpan course or after attending a once a week course for at least 2 years. Could also be suitable for those who have attained GCSE or O-level Welsh at school. diddordebau. Cwrs Pellach will be offered as an intensive course meeting twice a week for one year or meeting once a week for two years. Phne 01792 602070 for details.<br /><br />Y cam nesaf ar l y cwrs Wlpan, neu ar l bod mewn dosbarth<br />unwaith yr wythnos am o leiaf dwy flynedd. Gall fod yn addas hefyd<br />os ydych chi wedi gwneud TGAU neu lefel O yn yr ysgol.<br />Bydd y Cwrs Pellach yn cael ei gynnig fel cwrs dwys yn cwrdd<br />ddwywaith yr wythnos am flwyddyn neu unwaith yr wythnos am<br />ddwy flynedd. Ffoniwch 01792 602070 am manylion.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:47:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn Basic Skills Maths</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1624</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Port Talbot Library</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of English. For further information please contact 01639 648000.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:30:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn Basic Skills English</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1623</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Port Talbot Library</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of English. For further information please contact 01639 648000.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:29:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Word processing Levels 1, 2 and 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1621</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>Learners work at their own pace and are assessed throughout the year for OCR qualifications in: Text and Word Processing, Medical and Legal Wordprocessing, Document and Business Presentation and Audio Transcription. For further information please ring 01639 648000.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.15</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:28:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Word processing Levels 1, 2 and 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1622</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>Learners work at their own pace and are assessed throughout the year for OCR qualifications in: Text and Word Processing, Medical and Legal Wordprocessing, Document and Business Presentation and Audio Transcription. For further information please ring 01639 648000.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:28:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Word processing Levels 1, 2 and 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1620</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>Learners work at their own pace and are assessed throughout the year for OCR qualifications in: Text and Word Processing, Medical and Legal Wordprocessing, Document and Business Presentation and Audio Transcription. For further information please ring 01639 648000.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:27:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults Year 1 Entry Level &amp;lsquo;Mynediad&amp;lsquo;</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1619</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>This course is suitable for complete beginners, and people with very little<br />knowledge of Welsh. The emphasis is very much on conversational Welsh. We use the first half of the course book &amp;lsquo;Mynediad&amp;lsquo;. The topics covered include: pronouncing Welsh; greeting people; discussing basic personal details and families; interests. We also start to discuss past events. For further information please contact 01639 648000.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:26:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Sage Accounts Level 2</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1617</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>Working with the Sage Accountd package this course allows progression from Level 1.  Please phone 01639 648000 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 17.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:23:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Sage Accounts Level 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1616</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>The aim of this course is to develop ability in the operation of Computerised<br />Accounts software (SAGE) applied to routine accounting tasks. Assessment<br />will take the form of an external examination. Please phone 01639 648000 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 17.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:22:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn Basic Skills Maths</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1615</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of Mathamatics. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 18.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:20:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn Basic Skills Maths</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1614</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of Mathamatics. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:19:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn Basic Skills English</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1613</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of English. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 18.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:16:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn Basic Skills English</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1612</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of English. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:15:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Office Technology Skills Workshop Levels 1, 2 &amp;amp; 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1611</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>Learners can work towards NVQ Administration Levels 1/2/3; Text and Word-processing; NEW CLAIT or CLAIT Plus. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.15</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:8:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Office Technology Skills Workshop Levels 1, 2 &amp;amp; 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1610</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>Learners can work towards NVQ Administration Levels 1/2/3; Text and Word-processing; NEW CLAIT or CLAIT Plus. Please contact 01639 648000 for futther information</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:7:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Administration NVQ Levels 1, 2 and 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1609</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>This course provides a solid foundation and the practical skills required for a range of jobs that involve administration or secretarial skills. Please phone 01639 648000 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.15</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:4:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Administration NVQ Levels 1, 2 and 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1608</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>This course provides a solid foundation and the practical skills required for a range of jobs that involve administration or secretarial skills. Please phone 01639 648000 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 15:3:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Mosaics Levels 2 &amp;amp; 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1607</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>Learn how to use a variety of materials, mosaic tiles; pebbles; slate; marble; glass; broken china etc for making wall hangings, trivet stands; mirrorframes; splash-backs; paving slabs coasters and table tops. Develop your own designs fo rinterior or exterior work.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:49:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Manual &amp;amp; Computerised Payroll</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1606</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>This course is designed to give learners the ability to process payroll both<br />manually and computerised using the SAGE package. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 17.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:48:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to Microsoft Office</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1605</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>Assumes no knowledge of computing and computers. This course allows<br />learners to acquire a wide range of skills in Microsoft Office 2003 applications at Introduction level. Study mode is in eleven-week blocks and the learner may join in September, January or April. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:46:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Hi-Tech National Award in Business</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1603</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>There are no entry requirements for this course and no previous knowledge is required. OCN qualifications can be gained in the following units:<br />Investigating Business<br />Communications in Business<br />Office Administration<br />Customer Care<br />Text &amp; Word-processing<br />Computerised Accounts<br />CLAIT<br />Working with Numbers<br />There is also an opportunity for work placement.<br />This course is for four days per week. PLease contact 01639 648000 to confirm details.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 9.15</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:43:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Hardware and Software Maintnenance</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1602</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>This course is designed to give students an insight into the maintenance of both hardware and software. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:39:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>GCSE Science</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1601</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>This course provides practical knowledge and understanding of general science. It<br />is a recognised GCSE Science qualification for learners wishing to enter the teaching profession. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 16.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:37:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>GCSE Maths</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1600</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>A thirty six week course following the WJEC curriculum. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:36:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>GCSE English</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1599</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>A thirty six week course following the WJEC curriculum. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:35:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>French Beginners Level 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1598</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>Level 1 Prepares beginners with the basics required to communicate effectively in everyday situations and develop the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing in the language. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:34:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1597</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>This programme is designed for those wishing to learn and develop their knowledge of the English language to tacle a serious barrier to full integration in our society. Tutors are aware of the needs of these learners and are helpfull and supportive. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:33:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1596</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>This programme is designed for those wishing to learn and develop their knowledge of the English language to tacle a serious barrier to full integration in our society. Tutors are aware of the needs of these learners and are helpfull and supportive. Please contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
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<title>CLAIT Intermediate</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1595</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate. Please ring 01639 648000 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.15</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:31:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT Intermediate</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1594</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate. Please ring 01639 648000 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:30:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1593</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate. Course time is flexible. Please ring 01639 648000 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 9.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 14:29:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults Year 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1592</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This course is suitable for complete beginners. Starting with the basics you will build on your coversational skills week by week, gaining confidence in a friendly group situation.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:57:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults - Year 2 - Entry Level continued &amp;amp;lsquo;Mynediad 2&amp;amp;lsquo;</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1591</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This course follows on from Year 1,  completing the course book &amp;lsquo;Mynediad&amp;lsquo;. It is also suitable for people who have not attended the first year course, but who have some knowledge of the language and wish to improve. The topics covered include discussing past events and what<br />you are doing in the future. At the end of<br />the course, if they choose, learners can<br />sit the examination &amp;lsquo;Defnyddio&amp;lsquo;r Gymraeg: Mynediad&amp;lsquo;.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:49:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Spanish for Beginners</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1590</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Prepares beginners with the basics required to communicate effectively in everyday situations and develop the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing in the Spanish language.</p><p>Course Starts on: 18 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:47:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1589</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of English, Mathamatics and Information Technology</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:45:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1588</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of English, Mathamatics and Information Technology</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:44:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Egyptology</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1584</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Ancient Egypt - State and Civilisation.  An exploration of the history and organisation of one of the world&amp;lsquo;s great civilisations.</p><p>Course Starts on: 21 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:38:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT Plus</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1585</link>
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<h3>Noddfa Centre</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 21 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:38:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1582</link>
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<h3>Noddfa Centre</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications. File management, Word Processing, Database and Spreadsheets are introduced in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 21 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:31:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults - Year 2 - Entry Level continued &amp;amp;lsquo;Mynediad 2&amp;amp;lsquo;</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1580</link>
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<h3>Cymmer Local Action Centre</h3><p>This course follows on from Year 1,  completing the course book &amp;lsquo;Mynediad&amp;lsquo;. It is also suitable for people who have not attended the first year course, but who have some knowledge of the language and wish to improve. The topics covered include discussing past events and what<br />you are doing in the future. At the end of<br />the course, if they choose, learners can<br />sit the examination &amp;lsquo;Defnyddio&amp;lsquo;r Gymraeg: Mynediad&amp;lsquo;.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:28:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Life Skills (Crafts)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1579</link>
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<h3>Glyncorrwg Ponds</h3><p>A general craft course at entry level suitable forthose with special education needs.</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:26:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Life Skills (Crafts)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1578</link>
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<h3>Glyncorrwg Ponds</h3><p>A general craft course at entry level suitable forthose with special education needs.</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 10.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:25:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults Year 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1577</link>
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<h3>Glyncorrwg Ponds</h3><p>This course is suitable for complete beginners.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:24:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Computer Accounts (SAGE)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1576</link>
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<h3>Cymmer Local Action Centre</h3><p>The aim of this course is to develop ability in the operation of computerised accounts software (Sage) applied to routine accounting tasks. Assessment will take the form of an external examination.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:23:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1575</link>
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<h3>Cymmer Local Action Centre</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of English, Mathamatics and Information Technology</p><p>Course Starts on: 20 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:22:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults - Year 2 - Entry Level continued &amp;amp;lsquo;Mynediad 2&amp;amp;lsquo;</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1574</link>
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<h3>Cymer Afan Comprehensive School</h3><p>This course follows on from Year 1,  completing the course book &amp;lsquo;Mynediad&amp;lsquo;. It is also suitable for people who have not attended the first year course, but who have some knowledge of the language and wish to improve. The topics covered include discussing past events and what<br />you are doing in the future. At the end of<br />the course, if they choose, learners can<br />sit the examination &amp;lsquo;Defnyddio&amp;lsquo;r Gymraeg: Mynediad&amp;lsquo;.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:21:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT Plus</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1573</link>
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<h3>Croeserw Community Centre</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 21 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:20:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1572</link>
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<h3>Croeserw Community Centre</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 21 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:19:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1571</link>
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<h3>Croeserw Community Centre</h3><p>A course introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications. File management, Word Processing, Database and Spreadsheets are introduced in a non- threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 21 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:17:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Confidence building</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1570</link>
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<h3>Croeserw Community Centre</h3><p>The course is a gentle course, designed to build people&amp;lsquo;s confidence and skill levels. All welcome</p><p>Course Starts on: 28 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:12:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Mosaics</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1569</link>
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<h3>Croeserw Community Centre</h3><p>Learn how to use a variety of materials, mosaic tiles; pebbles; slate; marble; glass; broken china etc for making wall hangings, trivet stands; mirrorframes; splash-backs; paving slabs coasters and table tops. Develop your own designs fo rinterior or exterior work. Beginners welcome.</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 16.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:9:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1568</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Croeserw Community Centre</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of English, Mathamatics and Information Technology</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 12:8:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1563</link>
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<h3>Abergwynfi Junior School</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of English, Mathamatics and Information Technology</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 9.15</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 11:51:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>CLAIT</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1561</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>A basic introduction to working with computers. Suitable for beginners and<br />those with some basic knowledge of computers. Learners must complete the file management unit and at least four other units from:  wordprocessing, database, presentation graphics, spreadsheets and graphical representation of data. This course is flexible - 2 hours a.m. or p.m. Please ring 01639 648000</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 10:20:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>British Sign Language</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1560</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>These courses are suitable for people who wish to communicate effectively with the deaf.In particular,to those with family and friends or working in the caring profession. This is also ideal for those whose work involves front-line contact with the public. CACDP Stage 1 &amp; 2 Certificate. Telephone 01639 898581 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 9:59:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>British Sign Language level 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1559</link>
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<h3>Afan College</h3><p>This course is aimed at the learner who needs to learn how to communicate with deaf people and also provides the learner with information about deaf people, the deaf community and the deaf culture. Please ring 01639 898581 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 9:54:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Access to Health Professions</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1558</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Afan College</h3><p>This programme is designed for adults with few or no qualifications as a gateway to careers in the health service, such as Nursing, Midwifery and Occupational Therapy. It also enables learners to progress to university to study healthrelated careers. Learners normally study 3 modules: Sociology of Health, Psychology of Health, Anatomy and Physiology, plus a programme of Key Skills (Communication, IT and Numeracy). This course is three days per week Monday - Wednesday. Exact times to be confirmed. Please call 01639 648000 for further details.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 9.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 3 Sep 07 9:21:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Crochet and Hand Knitting</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1557</link>
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<h3>Aberavon Community Centre</h3><p>This course is for beginners and enthusiasts to learn in an informal friendly atmosphere, how to form different stitches and read commercial patterns to make motifs, baby clothes and adult garments. Phone 01639 898581 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 16.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 31 Aug 07 13:27:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Childcare NVQ Level 3 in Children&amp;lsquo;s Care</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1555</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>These courses will cover all aspects of childcare from birth to age 16 years. Students will need to find their own work experience for this programme of study.</p><p>Course Starts on: 18 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 14:15:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Childcare - NVQ Level 2 in Children&amp;lsquo;s Care</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1554</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Suitable for those who wish to work with children, this course will cover all aspects of childcare from birth. Students will need to find their own work experience for this programme of study.</p><p>Course Starts on: 8 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 14:12:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Childcare</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1553</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>An introductory course for those who want to work with children, or those interested in learning more about children&amp;lsquo;s development.  Suitable students may progress to NVQ Level 2 in Childcare.</p><p>Course Starts on: 18 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 14:7:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Alien Worlds - Astronomy for Everyone</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1552</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>The course will develop the student&amp;apos;s understanding of our place in the cosmos by means of practical observations of the night sky, including recognising the constellations, looking at the planets, taking photographs of the night sky, using telescopes, binoculares and software. No prior knowledge is required and all equipment is available for student use.</p><p>Course Starts on: 20 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 14:0:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Working with Digital Images</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1551</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>The course will teach you how to download your photographs onto the computer, orgaise them into named folders and to adjust your photographs to remove red-eye, unwanted objects and to improve their appearance by adjusting contrast and brightness.</p><p>Course Starts on: 8 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:55:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Word processing</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1550</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This is the most common use of the PC and is easily learned. Produce and edit your own letters, documents, reports or even stories. All abilities can be catered for on most classes.</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:51:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Word processing</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1549</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This is the most common use of the PC and is easily learned. Produce and edit your own letters, documents, reports or even stories. All abilities can be catered for on most classes.</p><p>Course Starts on: 21 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:50:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Video Capture and Editing 2</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1548</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This course is aimed at beginners, or intermediate students. Students will learn all aspects of capturing video clips, video format, video editing and inserting multimedia sources.</p><p>Course Starts on: 8 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:48:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Video Capture and Editing 1</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1547</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This course is aimed at beginners, or intermediate students. Students will learn all aspects of capturing video clips, video format, video editing and inserting multimedia sources.</p><p>Course Starts on: 8 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:46:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Digital Cameras</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1546</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>How to get the best results from your digital camera and learn how to create original images using yourPC.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:43:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Using Your Digital Camcorder</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1545</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Get the results from your digital camcorder camera and learn how to create original videos using your PC.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:32:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>PowerPoint Presentations</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1544</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Prepare proffesional standard presentations using this superb communication tool. Ideal for those with basic Word Processing skills and is a very useful work based skill.</p><p>Course Starts on: 6 November 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:29:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Photoshop Techniques 2</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1543</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>The course will teach you how to adjust your photographs, manipulate them, add text and special effects and also combine several different images to create montages and complex finished pictures using Adobe Photoshop.</p><p>Course Starts on: 4 March 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:25:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Photo Slideshow with Powerpoint</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1542</link>
<description><![CDATA[
<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Use PowerPoint to create a slideshow of your photographs.  Learn how to add special effects, video clips animations and commentary.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:22:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>New CLAIT Year 2</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1541</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationallyrecognised qualification.It is <br />suitable forthose with a basic knowledge of Word Processing wishing to achieve a recognised Certificate.</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
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<title>Multimedia for Powerpoint</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1540</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>A short course to demonstrate how to obtain, download and to create multimedia objects for use in your PowerPoint presentations.</p><p>Course Starts on: 29 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:16:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Managing Your Photo Files</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1539</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Learn how to create named folders for your photograph files and how to copy and move files and find lost files.</p><p>Course Starts on: 8 January 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 13:12:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>IT for Absolute Beginners</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1538</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Introducing beginners to the basic skills of operating a computer and the common applications. File management, Word Processing, Database and Spreadsheets are introduced in a non-threatening environment.</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 12.15</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 12:42:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Web Page Design</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1537</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>An introduction to the design and creation of web pages. Learn to design web pages and catch the peoples interest</p><p>Course Starts on: 8 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 12:40:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Web Page Design</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1536</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Introduction to the design and creation of a simple web page. Learn to design web pages and catch the peoples interest.</p><p>Course Starts on: 8 April 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 12:36:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Internet and Email</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1535</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Become an accomplished surfer on the World Wide Web. Learn how to find the sites you require, search for information and download whatever you maybe interested in.</p><p>Course Starts on: 8 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 12:28:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Foundation in Technology (FIT)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1534</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This course combines a high level of IT training with a personal development module, that encourages students to focus on the direction they want to go in. The course includes the European Driving Licence</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 9.15</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 12:24:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Computer Software Levels 1/2/3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1533</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Modules are available at all levels in a variety of packages e.g. Word, Access, Excel, Internet, Powerpoint and DTP.  You decide what you want to learn - it is not necessary to complete all modules.  Each succcessfully completed module is certificated by the nationally recognised awarding body NOCN (National Open College Network)</p><p>Course Starts on: 20 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 12:22:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Sage Accounts Level 2</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1532</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>The course teaches how to use Sage Accounts -  commonly used business accounting package. It leads to an external examination City and Guilds Computerised Accounts Level 2</p><p>Course Starts on: 9 January 2008</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 12:20:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Computer Accounts (SAGE)</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1531</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>The aim of this course is to develop ability in the operation of computerised accounts software (Sage) applied to routine accounting tasks. Assessment will take the form of an external examination.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 12:17:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Close-Up Macro Photography</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1530</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Learn how to get the best close-up photographs from your digital camera, using the Macro facility to provide depth of field and to show fine detail.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 12:14:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Sugar Craft</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1529</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Starting at level 1, learn the basics of sugar paste work, marzipan models and sugar flowers. Improve skills at levels 2 &amp;amp; 3 and the opportunity to progress to City &amp;amp; Guilds qualifications are available. Amaze yourself, family and friends by what you can do with professional instruction and help.</p><p>Course Starts on: 21 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:54:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Sugar Craft and Porcelain Flowers</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1528</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Starting at level 1, learn the basics of sugarpaste work, marzipan models and sugar flowers. Improve skills at levels 2 &amp; 3 and the opportunity to progress to City&amp; Guilds qualifications are available. Amaze yourself, family and friends by what you can do with professional instruction and help.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:49:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Needlecraft</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1527</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This course is for beginners or improvers.  Many different types of needlecraft techniques will be introduced, including patchwork, embroidery, soft furnishings and dressmakng.</p><p>Course Starts on: 18 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:37:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Mosaics</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1526</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Learn how to use a variety of materials, mosaic tiles; pebbles; slate; marble; glass; broken china etc for making wall hangings, trivet stands; mirrorframes; splash-backs; paving slabs coasters and table tops. Develop your own designs fo rinterior or exterior work. Beginners welcome.</p><p>Course Starts on: 18 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:33:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Musical Keyboard Advanced</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1525</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>A course for experienced keyboard players.  You will be able to expand your range and experience of different musical styles.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 14.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:31:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Flower Crafts</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1524</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>Join up for an enjoyable activity and learn how to create and condition some wonderful floral arrangements for the home or gifts for friends and family. Some basic floristry techniques are included.</p><p>Course Starts on: 20 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:24:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Art Painting</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1523</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>For all budding artists or those seeking to improve their skills using pastels and water-colour techniques or oils.</p><p>Course Starts on: 17 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 18.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:21:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Art Painting</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1522</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>For all budding artists or those seeking to improve their skills using pastels and water-colour techniques or oils.</p><p>Course Starts on: 20 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:19:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults - Year 2 - Entry Level continued &amp;lsquo;Mynediad 2&amp;lsquo;</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1521</link>
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<h3>Cwmafan Library</h3><p>This course follows on from Year 1,  completing the course book &amp;lsquo;Mynediad&amp;lsquo;. It is also suitable for people who have not attended the first year course, but who have some knowledge of the language and wish to improve. The topics covered include discussing past events and what<br />you are doing in the future. At the end of<br />the course, if they choose, learners can<br />sit the examination &amp;lsquo;Defnyddio&amp;lsquo;r Gymraeg: Mynediad&amp;lsquo;.</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 9.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:16:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Cwrs Uwch</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1520</link>
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<h3>Cwmafan Library</h3><p>For those with the equivalent of at least 200 hours of study of Welsh as a second language. Contact 01792 602070 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:15:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Art Painting</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1519</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>For all budding artists or those seeking to improve their skills using pastels and water-colour techniques or oils.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:15:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Art Painting</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1518</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>For all budding artists or those seeking to improve their skills using pastels and water-colour techniques or oils.</p><p>Course Starts on: 19 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:13:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Art Painting</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1517</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>For all budding artists or those seeking to improve their skills using pastels and water-colour techniques or oils.</p><p>Course Starts on: 18 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 13.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:12:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Introduction to IT/CLAiT/CLAiT Intermediate</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1516</link>
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<h3>Cwmafan YWCA</h3><p>(ComputerLiteracy and Information Technology) This programme consists of five Units selected from ten options covering the full range of computer applications leading to a nationally recognised qualification. Contact WEA on 01792 467791 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 9.15</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:9:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Drawing and Painting for Beginners</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1515</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>A practical course that will introduce the student to some of the basic materials and techniques of drawing and painting and provide a basic introduction to celebrated artists who have used them.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:8:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Crochet and Knitting Club</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1514</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This course is for beginners and enthusiasts to learn in an informal friendly atmosphere, how to form different stitches and read commercial patterns to make motifs, baby clothes and adult garments.</p><p>Course Starts on: 20 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:4:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Creative Writing</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1513</link>
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<h3>Glynneath Training Centre</h3><p>This course deals with a variety of writing techniques like articles; short stories; books; poetry styles; characterisation and storylining and how to get your work published. Prepare manuscripts and learn how to deal with editors and publishers to get your work published.</p><p>Course Starts on: 20 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 11:1:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Canolradd</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1512</link>
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<h3>Cwmafan Community Centre</h3><p>Cwrs syn cwrdd unwaith yr wythnos am ddwy flynedd yw hwn. Maen dilyn ymlaen or Cwrs Pellach neu ar l o leaif 4 blynedd mewn cwrs unwaith yr wythnos. Maer pwyslais ar siarad Cymraeg ond bydd rhywfaint o ysgrifennu a darllen yn cael ei gynnwys ar ycwrs.<br />Mae‘r pwyslais ar siarad yn parhau, ond cyflwynir ychydig mwy o ysgrifennu, darllen a gwrando. Dylech allu sgwrsio am bethau bob dydd yn weddol ddi-drafferth erbyn diwedd y lefel hon. <br />The emphasis is still on speaking, but a little more writing, reading and listening is introduced. You should feel comfortable holding a conversation on everyday topics by the end of this level.<br />Phone/ffon 01792 602070</p><p>Course Starts on: 28 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Friday's at 12.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 10:50:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Siawns am Sgwrs</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1511</link>
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<h3>Cwmafan Community Centre</h3><p>Cyfle i ddysgwyr eitha profiadol ymarfer SIARAD CYMRAEG. Gallwch ddilyn cwrs Siawns am Sgwrs ar yr un pryd  Chwrs Uwch er mwyn cael mwy o gyfle i siarad Cymraeg. (Maer cwrs hwn hefyd yn addas ar gyfer dysgwyr da ar lefel Canolradd). Ffoniwch 01792 602070 am fanylion.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 10:38:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults -Year 3 - From Entry to Foundation &amp;lsquo;Mynediad i Sylfaen&amp;lsquo;</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1510</link>
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<h3>Baglan Library</h3><p>This course follows on from the previous year. It is also suitable for those who have not followed the second yearcourse, but who have a reasonable knowledge of basic Welsh conversation. We use the course book &amp;lsquo;Mynediad&amp;lsquo; and ntroduce the following course book, &amp;lsquo;Sylfaen&amp;lsquo;. By the end of the year, learners should be gaining confidence in discussing many everyday topics.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 12.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 8:40:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults - Year 2 - Entry Level continued &amp;lsquo;Mynediad&amp;lsquo;</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1509</link>
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<h3>Baglan Library</h3><p>This course follows on from Year 1,  completing the course book &amp;lsquo;Mynediad&amp;lsquo;. It is also suitable for people who have not attended the first year course, but who have some knowledge of the language and wish to improve. The topics covered include discussing past events and what you are doing in the future. At the end of the course, if they choose, learners can sit the examination &amp;lsquo;Defnyddio&amp;lsquo;r Gymraeg: Mynediad&amp;lsquo;. Contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 8:36:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>WLPAN</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1508</link>
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<h3>Baglan Community Centre</h3><p>These Welsh intensive courses meet twice a week and are the ideal wayto kickstart your effort to become fluent in Welsh.The emphasis is on speaking Welsh. Also held on Monday evenings. Contact 01792 602070 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 8:34:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>WLPAN</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1507</link>
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<h3>Baglan Community Centre</h3><p>These Welsh intensive courses meet twice a week and are the ideal wayto kickstart your effort to become fluent in Welsh.The emphasis is on speaking Welsh. Also held on Wednesday evenings. Contact 01792 602070 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 8:33:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Return To Learn</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1506</link>
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<h3>Neath Library</h3><p>An informal class desined to help you improve your use of English, Mathamatics and Information Technology. Contact 01639 648000 for further information</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 10.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 07 8:22:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Health and Fitness</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1504</link>
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<h3>Neath Leisure Centre</h3><p>Advice and information to help improve your health &amp; well being. How to read food labelling, healthy recipies, learn about nutrition. Also how you can benefit from improved exercise and activity</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 9.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 07 15:12:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Health and Fitness</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1505</link>
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<h3>Neath Leisure Centre</h3><p>Advice and information to help improve your health &amp; well being. How to read food labelling, healthy recipies, learn about nutrition. Also how you can benefit from improved exercise and activity</p><p>Course Starts on: 27 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Thursday's at 11.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 07 15:12:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Health and Fitness</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1503</link>
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<h3>Neath Leisure Centre</h3><p>Advice and information to help improve your health &amp; well being. How to read food labelling, healthy recipies, learn about nutrition. Also how you can benefit from improved exercise and activity</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 11.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 07 15:11:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Word processing Stages 1, 2 and 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1502</link>
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<h3>Neath College Campus</h3><p>Learners work at their own pace and are assessed throughout the year for OCR qualifications in: Text and Word Processing, Medical and Legal Word processing, Document and Business Presentation and Audio Transcription. Contact 01639 898581 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 26 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Wednesday's at 13.15</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 07 15:3:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Word processing Stages 1, 2 and 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1501</link>
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<h3>Neath College Campus</h3><p>Learners work at their own pace and are assessed throughout the year for OCR qualifications in: Text and Word Processing, Medical and Legal Word processing, Document and Business Presentation and Audio Transcription. Contact 01639 898581 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 25 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Tuesday's at 14.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 07 15:2:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Word processing Stages 1, 2 and 3</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1500</link>
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<h3>Neath College Campus</h3><p>Learners work at their own pace and are assessed throughout the year for OCR qualifications in: Text and Word Processing, Medical and Legal Word processing, Document and Business Presentation and Audio Transcription. Contact 01639 898581 for further information.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 17.30</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 07 15:1:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults -Year 4 - Foundation 1 &amp;lsquo;Sylfaen&amp;lsquo;</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1499</link>
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<h3>Neath College Campus</h3><p>This course follows on from the previous year. It is also suitable for those who have not followed the third year course, but who have a good basic knowledge of the Welsh language - advice available on request. We use the first half of the new course book &amp;lsquo;Sylfaen&amp;lsquo;. During the year, learners will extend speaking skills.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 07 14:59:0 GMT</pubDate></item>

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<title>Welsh for Adults -Year 3 - From Entry to Foundation &amp;lsquo;Mynediad i Sylfaen&amp;lsquo;</title>
<link>http://www.learningpool.org/learning/coursedetails.asp?id=1498</link>
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<h3>Neath College Campus</h3><p>This course follows on from the previous year. It is also suitable for those who have not followed the second year course, but who have a reasonable knowledge of basic Welsh conversation. We use the course book &amp;lsquo;Mynediad&amp;lsquo;, and introduce the following course book &amp;lsquo;Sylfaen&amp;lsquo;. By the end of the year, learners should be gaining confidence in discussing many everyday topics.</p><p>Course Starts on: 24 September 2007</p><p>Course is held on Monday's at 19.00</p>]]></description>
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<title>Welsh for Adults - Year 2 - Entry Level continued &amp;lsquo;Mynediad 2&amp;lsquo;</title>
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<h3>Neath College Campus</h3><p>This course follows on from Year 1,  completing the course book &amp;lsquo;Mynediad&amp;lsquo;. It is also suitable for people who have not attended the first year course, but who have some knowled