training

Key speakers come together for a business event with a difference

15 Minute Wonders - a business seminar with a difference - is due to be hosted at Buckerell Lodge, Topsham Road, Exeter on 17th January 2013.

Based on the Pecha Kucha and TED concepts of keeping presentations concise, fast paced and generating curiosity, Southwestfd have brought together some of the region’s most professional public speakers for an evening of 15 minute wonders. Each speaker will present for 15 minutes on a key business function, giving you a valuable insight into how to improve your business success.

There will be a speaker panel Q&A session and the...

Ninjas in training at Exeter's new YO! Sushi

With less than a week to go until the opening of Exeter's latest eatery, YO! Sushi, there was a flurry of activity today as the restaurant was taken over by a team of 'ninjas in training' to get up to speed in time for the opening date of 22nd Novebmer. The conveyor belts are already whizzing around and the staff are raring to go..

Having undergone sushi training in YO! Sushi's Bath branch last year, I have a high degree of respect for these chefs and the expertise used to prepare the exquisitely produced food that YO! Sushi is renowned for. Whether you choose the...

The Driver & Logistics Training Centres are go!

Bicton College, has announced it is delighted to be working with partners Transplant MasterTrain and Outside Adventure Consultants Ltd under the brand; "The Driving & Logistics Training Centres" to promote safe and sensible driving.

The college is offering courses such as animal transport certificates of competence, ATV training, tractor driving training, Telehandler and chainsaw NPTC qualifications, as well as first aid and LANTRA awards, all delivered at their stunning campus based in East Devon.

The partnership with www.transplantmastertrain.co.u k...

Bicton College@Dartington – a new partnership

Bicton College, Devon’s specialist land-based college, and The Dartington Hall Trust are to join forces to establish a new centre of educational excellence on the Dartington Hall estate.

‘Bicton College@Dartington’, a new and exciting partnership, will open up access to land-based education in Devon, strengthen the county’s reputation as a global leader in agricultural innovation and help to lay the foundations for a more sustainable farming future.

Alex Stevens, Senior Food and Farming Adviser, NFU in the South West commented "The NFU whole-...

Crisp rewards ILM Students

Authored by Shaun Durham
Posted: Mon, 10/08/2012 - 11:34am

Training and coaching business, Crisp Professional Development hosted a celebratory lunch at the Blue Ball last week for the students who completed their ILM Level 5 qualification in Management.

The ILM Level 5 is a challenging qualification, involving ten days of learning, individual coaching and work-based written assignments. Shaun Durham, MD of Crisp said, "The ILM sets the bar high, and I’m pleased to say all our delegates passed with flying colours; a just reward for all their hard work and commitment to learning and personal development."

The delegates...

Volunteer Training Course in Exeter for Home-Start Exeter and East Devon

Event Date: 
11/02/2015 - 9:45am to 03/03/2015 - 11:45pm
Venue: 
Home-Start Exeter and East Devon, 149/151 Beacon Lane, Exeter EX4 8LR

Every child deserves the best start in life.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting parents to achieve the very best for their children. We are offering free training in a supportive environment on our accredited and respected course in Exeter. See our poster for details of the latest course. If you are a parent and feel excited about this opportunity please contact us for more information or have a look at our website.

Tel 01392 426440 email: office@homestartexeter.co.uk website: www.homestartexeter.co.uk

Mariam Badavi wins Devon Venus Award for Employer Of The Year

I am absolutely overwhelmed and honoured to be blessed with the title of Employer of the Year for the Venus Awards for Devon 2013, very kindly sponsored by Cathedral Appointments.

A warm thank you goes out to all of you, especially my dear mum who played a pivotal role in getting me nominated all the way through to my remarkable victory. Without her support and that of so many of you, none of this would be possible!

I believe the key to being a good employer is to create a secure and happy environment for your staff in the first place, so that they do their work excellently...

Mariam Badavi shortlisted for Employer of the Year in the Venus Awards 2013

It's an honour to announce that Mariam Badavi has been nominated for the well-deserved Venus Awards - Devon 2013 for Employer of the Year, sponsored by Cathedral Appointments.

Even after seven months of personal setbacks, she got right back up and displays inspiring strength as a businesswoman and mother. She balances her role as a mother to her family and as owner and director of Purity Boutique Spa with grace and vigour.

While making sure to put her clients' needs and expectations first, she creates a loving environment for her beauty and skincare staff who are happy to...

19-year-old Zoe celebrates apprenticeship scheme success

Authored by Rockit69
Posted: Mon, 10/22/2012 - 4:48pm

Zoe Elder has been awarded a diploma for the first stage of her Design and Digital Print apprenticeship.

19-year-old Zoe, who has worked for Exeter-based design and print company Peninsular OneSource for 18 months, enrolled on the apprenticeship scheme run by the Alliance Sector Skills Council in Association with Plymouth College Art. As part of the overall course she attends the college on a monthly day release basis. Ronnie Halden, Marketing & Creative Director at Peninsular commented: "Zoe has come on in leaps and bounds over the past 18 months and is now starting to...

Creating effective online video for business - Workshop

Event Date: 
11/10/2012 - 5:45pm to 7:45pm
Venue: 
Bishop Fleming, Stratus House, Emperor Way, Exeter Business Park, EX1 3QS

The "Camera skills, lighting and sound" workshop is designed to help you get the most out of your video equipment to create good looking and good sounding business videos. This session includes advice and demonstrations suitable for dedicated video cameras and mobile devices.

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