Shawacademy Courses

SHAW ACADEMY

Shaw Academy is the largest live online educator on the planet.

Education, live online, is what we do and we do it well, where everything gets better every time. ‘Live’ is a cornerstone of who we are and what we stand for. We focus on live interactive education, where our results speak for themselves, as we have yet to see the alternative work.

We deliver live lessons to every corner of the planet, in over 10 languages, at a time that is suitable for our students to create an immersive environment for like minded students to interact with industry leading professionals on a daily basis.

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN DIGITAL MARKETING PRACTICE The Advanced Digital Marketing Course is designed to equip you with practical skills that will help you excel in a fast paced and ever changing digital landscape. The course has current case studies and examples that exemplify the most up to date trends and best practice to help you succeed.

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Each advanced course is split into 3 separate but interlinked phases.

2. PROFILE SCORING: IDENTIFYING A BUYER

Phase 1 is Theory, Phase 2 is Application and Phase 3 is Ongoing Support.

1. A/B TESTING - FINDING A GUIDING LIGHT

3. PPC STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT 4. PPC AD COPY & LANDING PAGE OPTIMISATION 5. HOW TO GET MORE FOR LESS WITH AFFILIATE MARKETING 6. IMPLEMENTING & ANALYSING ONSITE SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMISATION 7. MANAGING A SEARCH ENGINE PRESENCE FOR CONVERSION 8. CONSTRUCTING EMAILS FOR CONVERSION 9. ADVANCED SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT 10. HOW TO BUILD A SOCIAL PRESENCE FOR YOUR BRAND 11. HOW TO CREATE SOCIAL CONTENT THAT CONVERTS 12. HOW TO TURN FOLLOWERS INTO BRAND ADVOCATES TO DRIVE ENGAGEMENT

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN PRINCIPLES OF NUTRITION The Advanced Diploma in Principles of Nutrition is specifically designed to equip students with the comprehensive knowledge and skills which are essential in order to achieve their nutritional goals. Let our expert nutritionists and dieticians start you on the path to a successful career in the field of nutrition or achieve your long desired nutritional goals. We teach you how to obtain long-lasting, effective results.

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Each advanced course is split into 3 separate but interlinked phases.

3. OPTIMISING NUTRITION AS WE AGE

Phase 1 is Theory, Phase 2 is Application and Phase 3 is Ongoing Support.

4. NUTRITIONAL MANAGEMENT OF DIGESTIVE DISORDERS

1. OPTIMUM NUTRITION DURING PREGNANCY- FOR MOTHER AND BABY 2. CHILDREN & TEENAGER’S NUTRITIONAL NEEDS

5. FOOD ALLERGIES & INTOLERANCES 6. TREATING NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCIES 7. VEGETARIAN AND RAW FOOD DIETS 8. EATING DISORDERS & MENTAL HEALTH 9. DIET TO TREAT DIABETES & OBESITY 10. DELIVERING EFFECTIVE NUTRITIONAL ADVICE

ULTIMATE WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM Globally we face increased amount of diet-related diseases including; Type 2 Diabetes, Digestive disorders, Intolerances & Cardio Vascular Diseases. This course aims at addressing these issues, exploring innovative strategies for promoting healthful eating. We have relied too much on easily accessible processed foods that threaten our health and less time in understanding how we should nourish our bodies & preparing the right foods to prevent & treat many diet related diseases. Whether you are a health enthusiast or seeking a new career path achieve your goals with the ultimate nutrition package including our state of the art nutrition software and health and wellness resources.

LESSONS 1. COOK YOURSELF THIN 2. PRACTICAL APPROACHES TO REDUCE STRESS ANXIETY & DEPRESSION 3. PREVENTING OBESITY RELATED DISEASES 4. TYPE 2 DIABETES 5. GASTROINTESTINAL DISEASES AND COMPLICATIONS 6. IMPROVE COGNITIVE FUNCTION & ENERGY

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN SPORTS & EXERCISE NUTRITION The Advanced Diploma in Sports and Exercise Nutrition is specifically designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and skills which are essential in order to achieve their personal and professional goals. It offers comprehensive strategies for serious sports nutrition enthusiasts. We teach you how to obtain long-lasting, effective results. Learn how to effectively adapt your sports nutrition knowledge to obtain optimal results no matter what you wish to achieve. Learn from industry leading nutritionists and gain the confidence which is essential to succeed in the field of sports nutrition.

LESSONS 1. ENERGY METABOLISM 2. FAT IN THE ATHLETIC DIET - AN ADVANCED ANALYSIS 3. CARBOHYDRATES & PROTEIN IN THE ATHLETIC DIET - AN ADVANCED ANALYSIS 4. NUTRITIONAL TACTICS FOR SPECIFIC SPORT ATHLETES 5. SPECIALISED DIETS IN SPORTS & EXERCISE NUTRITION 6. NUTRITION PLANS & RECIPES

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN MOBILE APP DEVELOPMENT This course will give students the practical experience in developing advanced applications for all mobile devices and platforms. This is a very rare and special course because it focuses on developing apps across all major platforms for Apple, Samsung, Motorola, Blackberry and Windows Phones. We use only the latest technologies and software, thus allowing you to create the most up to date and advanced applications including API’s, databases and Angular JS.

LESSONS 1. MOBILE DEVELOPMENT LIFECYCLE 2. JQUERY MOBILE AND JAVASCRIPT 3. JQUERY MOBILE & PLUGINS 4. ANDROID APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT 5. ANDROID STUDIO & MULTIMEDIA 6. ANDROID STUDIO AND THE CLOUD 7. WORKING WITH STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE 8. PHONEGAP ADVANCED SAMPLE APP 9. FINAL PROJECT (I) 10. FINAL PROJECT (II)

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN GRAPHIC DESIGN In our Advanced Graphic Design course students will further examine key areas of design in both print and digital format. Using Adobe’s industry standard applications you will learn to create imaginative and professional promotional material. Through practical and theoretical lessons you will further enhance your understanding of Graphic Design elements and principles. You will also learn the best practices for professional and creative designs and most importantly we will focus on enhancing your visual thinking skills.

LESSONS 1. ADVANCED COLOUR THEORY & CREATING COLOUR SCHEMES 2. PHOTOSHOP 3. ILLUSTRATOR 4. INDESIGN 5. AFTER EFFECTS 6. INDESIGN 7. PHOTOSHOP 8. PREMIERE PRO 9. GRAPHIC DESIGN IDEAS GENERATION & DEVELOPMENT 10. ADVICE FOR A CAREER IN GRAPHIC DESIGN

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING This course shows students exactly how to run Social Media campaigns successfully. The primary objective of this course is to help students develop strategies to use each platform effectively to widen their digital marketing efforts. As social media becomes one of the dominant forms of digital marketing you will learn how to utilise a number of key platforms to vastly improve returns from any social media marketing activities. Each advanced course is split into 3 separate but interlinked phases. Phase 1 is Theory, Phase 2 is Application and Phase 3 is Ongoing Support.

LESSONS INTRODUCTION LESSON. OVERVIEW OF THE SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING INDUSTRY (ON DEMAND) 1. CREATING ENGAGING & DESIRABLE CONTENT 2. MONETISATION - REVENUE CREATION IN THE ONLINE SPACE 3. FURTHER DEVELOPING FACEBOOK FOR SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING 4. TWITTER - MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR SECOND SCREEN EXPERIENCE 5. INSTAGRAM - VISUAL CONTENT FOR BUSINESS 6. LINKEDIN - B2B MARKETING & LEAD GENERATION 7. SOCIAL MEDIA FOR SME’S & NPO’S 8. SEO & SOCIAL MEDIA 9. ADVANCED SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT 10. AUDITING YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA 11. VIDEO CONTENT FOR SOCIAL MEDIA (YOUTUBE) (ON DEMAND) 12. INTEGRATING EMERGING SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS INTO YOUR MARKETING STRATEGY (ON DEMAND)

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN INVESTMENT This course allows students to further progress as investors. We cover practical side of getting started with investing as well as how to utilize & implement investment concepts & strategies. As the emphasis is on right fitting per investor, learn how to create an investment budget particular to them as well as how to assess their risk profile. Also learn developing risk aversion & asset allocation. Learn to invest as an individual and also how to select the right professional services to meet their needs. Each advanced course is split into 3 separate but interlinked phases. Phase 1 is Theory, Phase 2 is Application and Phase 3 is Ongoing Support.

LESSONS 1. GETTING STARTED 2. PICKING THE RIGHT ASSET TYPE 3. THE INVESTOR AS AN INDIVIDUAL 4. LISTENING TO WHAT THE MARKET IS SAYING 5. CHOOSING THE RIGHT INVESTMENT STRATEGY 6. MANAGING RISK & MAXIMISING REWARDS 7. DEVELOPING YOUR RISK AVERSION 8. BUILDING YOUR PORTFOLIO 9. SELECTING THE RIGHT PROFESSIONAL 10. TRADING - WHAT’S IT ABOUT

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN WEB DEVELOPMENT The Advanced Diploma in Web Development course will give students a comprehensive understanding of web application development concepts. Full development of interactive, database driven applications is simplified and presented in an easy to follow manner. This will include how to implement responsive design, user interaction and database functionality.

LESSONS 1. SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT LIFE-CYCLES 2. RESPONSIVE DESIGN FRAMEWORKS 3. JAVASCRIPT AND JQUERY 4. PRACTICAL PHP APPLICATION 5. RELATIONAL DATABASE ARCHITECTURE 6. INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENTS (IDES) 7. ADVANCED WORDPRESS 8. APPLICATION PROGRAM INTERFACES (APIS) 9. FINAL PROJECT - TASK MANAGEMENT APPLICATION 10. FINAL PROJECT - ADDING TASKS AND INTERACTIVE LISTS

ULTIMATE PHOTOGRAPHY PROGRAMME The Ultimate Photography Programme is specifically designed to equip students with the comprehensive knowledge and skills that are essential in order to achieve their photographic goals. The course is geared towards aspiring professionals and passionate enthusiasts. Let our expert photography team start you on the path to a successful career in the field of photography or develop and master your craft as an enthusiast.

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Each advanced course is split into 3 separate but interlinked phases. Phase 1 is Skills, Phase 2 is Analysis and Phase 3 is Ongoing Support.

3. INTRODUCTION TOFLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

1. ADVANCED EXPOSURE 2. MASTERING EXPOSURE FOR COLOUR IMAGES

4. STUDIO FLASH AND SHAPING LIGHT 5. FILE MANAGEMENTAND WORKFLOW 6. CAMERARAW PROCESSING 7. CREATING BLACK AND WHITE IMAGES 8. RETOUCHING IN PHOTOSHOP: OBJECT REMOVAL 9. COSMETIC RETOUCHING 10. COLOUR MANAGEMENT AND OUTPUT

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN PHOTOSHOP Learn how to effectively adapt your image editing knowledge in order to create those high quality and creative images that you’ve always aspired to achieve. Learn from industry leading Professionals and gain the confidence that is essential to succeed in the field of image editing, whether it be a professional or enthusiast level. We have educated thousands of students so far and know how to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need. Each advanced course is split into 3 separate but interlinked phases. Phase 1 is Theory, Phase 2 is Application and Phase 3 is Ongoing Support.

LESSONS 1. ADVANCED SELECTIONS 2. ADVANCED LAYERS AND MASKS 3. BRUSH TOOLS ESSENTIALS 4. COMPLETE COSMETIC RETOUCH 5. WORKING WITH TEXT AND SHAPE LAYERS 6. SCALE AND PERSPECTIVE 7. HDR AND PHOTOMERGE 8. THE POWER OF SMART OBJECTS AND SMART FILTERS 9. ACTIONS AND BATCH PROCESSING 10. SHARPENING AND OUTPUT

DIPLOMA IN DIGITAL MARKETING Over the course of 10 one-hour modules spanning four weeks, students of all levels, just like you, will learn about the rewarding sector of digital marketing, with the help and support of industry leading experts, lecturers and tutors throughout.

LESSONS 1. YOUR DIGITAL MARKETING FOUNDATION – DESIGNING FOR CONVERSIONS 2. SOCIAL MARKETING & ORM - CLOSING & ACQUIRING ALL AT ONCE 3. THE BENEFITS OF BLOGGING 4. ECOMMERCE - CONVERTING 101 5. PAY PER CLICK ADVERTISING (PPC) – ACQUIRING THE RIGHT LEADS FOR LESS 6. SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMISATION (SEO) – ACQUIRING LEADS LONG TERM 7. MORE FOR LESS - ONLIN E AFFILIATE MARKETING MADE EASY - ACQUIRING LEADS RISK FREE 8. CONVERTING MORE FOR LESS WITH EMAIL MARKETING 9. DATA DRIVEN MARKETING & SALES FOR MAXIMUM RETURN 10. YOUR STRATEGY - BUILDING A PLATFORM FOR SUCCESS

DIPLOMA IN PHOTOGRAPHY Photography is a wonderful form of expression and communication. Whether you want to tell a story, sell a product or just show how beautiful a certain place you visited is, photography plays an essential role in fulfilling your creative vision. Photography is a magnificent art form allowing the avid student to draw with light in the most imaginative of forms. Photographers have quite literally brought light to the world and opened our eyes to the imagery from the furthest corners of our planet. The course offers you the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge and capture those images you have always dreamed of.

LESSONS 1. WHAT IS PHOTOGRAPHY ? 2. DEMYSTIFYING CAMERA FUNCTIONS 3. CAPTURING THE LIGHT 4. MOTION & DEPTH 5. COMPOSITION 6. ADVANCED COMPOSITION 7. HOW MUCH LIGHT IS ENOUGH ? 8. MANUAL MODE - THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SHUTTER SPEED & APERTURE 9. THE COLOUR OF LIGHT : WHITE BALANCE 10. THE DIGITAL IMAGE

DIPLOMA IN NUTRITION This Online Personal Nutrition Diploma offers you the opportunity to help yourself and others enjoy the best of health by gaining a comprehensive and practical understanding of the key principles of nutrition. This highly rewarding practical Diploma programme is available to anyone wishing to learn more about nutrition, health and well-being from either a private or professional perspective. Whether you are looking to understand and adopt healthier choices for yourself, implement a new lifestyle balance for your whole family or embark on a new rewarding career in Nutrition this programme is perfect for you.

LESSONS 1. WHAT IS NUTRITION? 2. FOOD COMPOSITION - THE ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS 3. HEALTHY EATING GUIDELINES 4. WEIGHT LOSS & FAT DIETS 5. BEHAVIOURAL CHANGE & SMART GOALS 6. EATING TO OPTIMISE YOUR ENERGY 7. DIET EXERCISE & SPORTS NUTRITION 8. UNDERSTANDING FOOD LABELLING & NUTRITIONAL CLAIMS 9. THE SECRET TO WEIGHT LOSS - ANTHROPOMETRIC MEASUREMENTS 10. FAST FOOD & SPECIAL DIETS

DIPLOMA IN SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING Social media has become one of the dominant forms of communication in the digital space, drastically altering the traditional relationship between a consumer and a business. Modern professionals need to know how to leverage these important marketing channels to grow their business and protect its reputation. This 10 part course offered by the Shaw Academy provides students with a solid foundation for those intending to plan, execute, and analyse social media campaigns.

LESSONS 1. CONTENT AND COMMUNITY – BUILD IT & THEY WILL COME & STAY 2. LEARNING TO MONETISE SOCIAL MEDIA 3. YOUTUBE WITHOUT BIG BUDGETS 4. FACEBOOK - SOCIAL TARGETING MEANS MORE LEADS FOR LESS 5. TWITTER - UNDERSTANDING & MONETIZING THE NOISE 6. LINKEDIN - PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING IN THE DIGITAL SPACE 7. INSTAGRAM - A PICTURE TELLS A THOUSAND WORDS 8. DATA DRIVEN SOCIAL MEDIA 9. . ORM – PROTECTING YOUR BRAND ONLINE 10. STRATEGY - MAKING MORE OF YOUR MARKETING

SPORTS AND EXERCISE NUTRITION PROGRAMME The Diploma in Sports Nutrition is specifically designed to equip students with the comprehensive knowledge and skills which are essential in order to achieve their sports nutritional and athletic performance goals. It is ideal for personal and professional use.

LESSONS 1. WHAT FUELS ENERGY SYSTEMS ? 2. CARBOHYDRATES AS FUEL FOR EXERCISE 3. COMBATTING DISEASE WITH OPTIMAL NUTRITION & EXERCISE 4. PROTEIN & FATS FOR EXERCISE 5. SPORTS SUPPLEMENTS 6. IMPORTANCE OF MICRONUTRIENTS - GET THE FACTS! 7. HYDRATION FOR OPTIMAL ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE 8. NUTRIENT TIMING - WHEN, WHAT & HOW MUCH TO EAT ? 9. SPORTS NUTRITION - HOW TO APPLY YOUR KNOWLEDGE 10. MASTER STRATEGIES FOR WEIGHT LOSS AND MUSCLE GAIN

DIPLOMA IN WEIGHT LOSS Stop all the confusion from the conflicting information about food and dieting. Learn the truth from scientific based knowledge and master the body’s cravings, hormone levels, increase metabolism and energy levels whilst equipping yourself with the truth behind sugar and fat in the body. Gain a firm understanding of how food can be an addiction and what can be done to overcome the unhealthy relationship with this ‘drug’. Build unique personalised nutrition programs and identify the needs of individuals and yourself.

LESSONS 1. FOOD JUNKIES - HOW DID WE GET THIS WAY ? 2. CRACK THE MYTH ABOUT HUNGER HORMONES & METABOLISMT 3. FATS: THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY 4. THE SUGAR DEVIL 5. STOP THE FAD DIETS FOR GOOD & SORT OUT YOUR GUT HEALTH 6. LET’S GET PL ANNING YOUR DIET 7. FOOD ADDICTION & BINGE EATING 8. TIPS TO STAYING ON TRACK & FILL THE CUPBOARD

DIPLOMA IN FINANCIAL TRADING Financial Trading is an area that has grown in both interest and relevance exponentially over the years. Modern technology and the advent of the internet means that people from all over the world now have access to financial markets in real time.

LESSONS 1. THE FOUNDATION OF YOUR DIPLOMA IN FINANCIAL TRADING 2. THE MECHANICS OF TRADING 3. MARKET ANALYSIS METHODOLOGIES 4. CANDLESTICKS - SHEDDING LIGHT ON OPPORTUNITIES 5. TECHNICAL CHARTING 101 6. BUILDING YOUR TRADING TOOLKIT 7. PRACTICE TRADING IN THE REAL WORLD - PROS & CONS 8. BECOMING A COUNTER RETAIL TRADER 9. RISK MANAGEMENT - PROTECTING YOUR CAPITAL 10. THE FINAL STEPS - THE PRACTICALITIES OF REAL WORLD TRADING

INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOSHOP Image editing is an essential and integral part of Digital Photography and essential to expand your creative abilities as a photographer, whatever level you are at. Whether you are a landscape photographer who wants to enhance the colours and vibrancy in your images, or a portrait photographer wanting to cosmetically retouch a shot, a knowledge in Photoshop will equip you with the skills to carry out editing and enhancements to really take your images to a new level. A firm understand of the power of post-production and image editing will open up a whole new world of creative tools and techniques.

LESSONS 1. ADOBE BRIDGE 2. PHOTOSHOP WALK THROUGH 3. ENHANCING IMAGES USING ADJUSTMENT LAYERS 4. ADJUSTMENT LAYERS CONTINUED 5. IMAGE LAYERS 6. SELECTIONS & RETOUCHING 7. RAW PROCESSING 8. RAW PROCESSING PART 2

THE ART OF WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Capturing images that a couple will treasure forever is one of the most rewarding parts of being a photographer. Whether you are an enthusiast with just a huge passion for photography or a professional developing your career, eventually a friend, family member or client will ask you to capture the biggest day of their lives. Wedding photography is one of the most challenging forms of photography, but with the right planning, technical skills and knowledge; a photographer of any level can be confident when undertaking this exciting task.

LESSONS 1. GETTING STARTED 2. PRE - PLANNING 3. THE DAY BEGINS 4. THE CEREMONY & COUPLE SHOTS 5. GROUP SHOTS 6. CANDID & EVENING SHOTS 7. POST PRODUCTION 8. PRESENTATION OPTIONS

FOUNDATIONS OF MOBILE APP DEVELOPMENT The introduction to Mobile App development course aims to give you the knowledge and skills to start developing your own Mobile Applications. Mobile apps dominate the mobile web with 86% of time spend using web apps as opposed to 14% on traditional browsers and this course focuses on the practical application of the technologies used to in Mobile App development. You will learn what programming languages are used to create a mobile app, what software is used and how they integrate with each other.

LESSONS 1. INTRODUCTION TO MOBILE APP DEVELOPMENT 2. JQUERY MOBILE 3. JQUERY MOBILE SAMPLE APP 4. ANDROID SDK KIT 5. GET STARTED WITH PHONE GAP 6. PHONEGAP SAMPLE APP PART 1 7. PHONEGAP SAMPLE APP PART 2 8. PHONEGAP & DATABASES

INTRODUCTION TO WEB DEVELOPMENT The introduction to web development course aims to give you the knowledge and skills to start developing your own websites and web applications. This course focuses on the practical application of the technologies used to in web development.

LESSONS 1. INTRODUCTION TO WEB DEVELOPMENT 2. CREATING WEB PAGES 3. JAVASCRIPT FUNDAMENTALS 4. CREATING A JAVASCRIPT WIDGET 5. SETTING UP A WEB SERVER 6. CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS 7. PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS 8. INTRODUCTION TO PHP & BACK - END LANGUAGES 9. PHP & DATABASES 10. PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER

MASTERING ADOBE LIGHTROOM While out capturing images we have a creative vision for how we want our shots to look, and while we do everything we can to get the correct exposure, composition and subject in our photographs sometimes we need take our images a step further through image editing. Whether it is for personal or professional reasons, Lightroom is a powerful editing program that allows you to fulfil your creative vision and opens up a whole new world of possibilities. Developed by photographers, lightroom allows you to really get creative and enhance your images in a huge variety of ways, it has everything you need to take you images from the camera to the finished product.

LESSONS 1. GETTING STARTED WITH LIGHTROOM 2. LIBRARY MODULE 3. ENHANCING IMAGES THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT MODULE 4. LOCALIZED ADJUSTMENTS 5. HSL, BLACK & WHITE 6. BATCH PROCESSING 7. HDR & PHOTO-MERGING 8. OUTPUT & PRINTING

INTRO TO GRAPHIC DESIGN & ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE Learn the basic principles of graphic design and the industry standard tools used by designers from all genres. Graphic design is all about visually communicating an idea, thought, message or meaning. Graphic designers create and combine symbols, images and/or words to convey these ideas.

LESSONS 1. INTRODUCTION 2. GRAPHIC DESIGN PRINCIPLES / CREATE A POSTER 3. CREATING IMAGE COMPOSITES 4. PHOTO EDITING 5. INTRODUCTION TO ILLU STRATOR / CREATE A LOGO 6. ILLUSTRATOR PART 2 / TRACING ARTWORK & BRUSHES 7. TYPOGRAPHY 8. CREATE A WEB LAYOUT - PART 1 9. CREATE A WEB LAYOUT - PART 2 10. INTRODUCTION TO INDESIGN / CREATE A BUSINESS CARD

FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT PROGRAMME For many people, the realm of investing is a remote and terrifying place that only very few can understand and even less can take advantage of. This course dispels this belief by teaching in a way that everyone can understand; regardless of their background and experience. Upon completion of this course, you will have a solid foundation in understanding investing in the financial markets as well as other possibilitie s. This course focuses on intrinsic value and long term investment; with the key point of the course examining what makes a value investor.

LESSONS 1. THE MARKETS 2. FUNDAMENTALS 3. STOCKS & BONDS 4. CASH, BANKS & BULLION 5. PROPERTY & ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENTS 6. BECOMING A VALUE INVESTOR: THE WARREN BUFFET APPROACH 7. RISK MANAGEMENT AND REWARDS 8. INVESTMENT TOOLS

DIPLOMA IN BLOGGING AND CONTENT MARKETING Blogs have become a key asset of big brand websites and creative individuals across the digital world alike, but they’ve undoubtedly become a useful addition to your digital marketing artillery. They are no longer simply on the peripherals of businesses and marketers, and while originally they were just a place for individuals writing about their passions, they have evolved into a unique medium that stands alone on its own merits. Find your passion and let us help you to express it so that you can begin to understand what it means to carve out a community of loyal readers

LESSONS 1. INTRODUCTION TO BLOGGING 2. SETTING UP YOUR OWN BLOG 3. BEST PRACTICE OF VLOGGING (ON DEMAND) 4. THE IMPORTANCE OF SEO 5. CONTENT CURATION & THE ART OF CONTENT PLANNING 6. CONTENT MARKETING 101 (ON DEMAND) 7. CREATING A COMPELLING PERSONALITY FOR YOUR CONTENT 8. HOW TO MONETIZE YOUR BLOG 9. SELECTING THE RIGHT PROFESSIONAL 9. MANAGING A COMMUNITY OF ONLINE FOLLOWERS 10. DEVELOPING YOUR BRAND THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA

FOUNDATION IN PERSONAL BEAUTY Beauty is an ever evolving industry with research bringing us new treatments, ingredients and trends. Everyone wants to be the most beautiful version of themselves. With this course you will learn how to groom yourself from head to toe with salon level treatments for skin, makeup and nails. You can treat your friends and family to these treatments and get an insight into what it means to be a beauty therapist. You will understand all the buzzwords with skincare and understand what is going on with your specific skin conditions. A fun and enjoyable course with lots of practical tips.

LESSONS 1. THE PERFECT CANVAS 2. THE PERFECT DAY LOOK 3. ALL ABOUT THE EYES 4. FEET & HANDS 5. BODY BEAUTIFUL 6. INSIDE OUT 7. HOMEMADE BEAUTY TREATMENTS 8. BEAUTY TIPS, TRICKS AND MYTHS

DIPLOMA IN COOKERY Cookery and food is an ongoing learning process which requires simple requirements, practice, patience and a respect for the ingredients , once you attain these basic components of how ingredients differ and how to apply the correct cooking techniques then you will gain an ease when cooking that never experienced before.

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Here at Shaw Academy we're here to guide you through the process of taking your profession or interest and turning it into a life long passion.

2. SETTING YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS

1. AN INTRODUCTION TO FOOD AND COOKERY

3. THE VARIOUS COOKING TECHNIQUES AND WHEN AND HOW TO APPLY FOR GUARANTEED SUCCESS 4. SEASONING COMBINATION'S, OILS, HERBS AND VINEGARS 5. SIDES, DIPS, SALADS, PICKLING 6. FOOD TRENDS TODAY 7. COOKING TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS 8. WORLDWIDE CUISINES UNCOVERED 9. SELECTING THE RIGHT PROFESSIONAL

INTRODUCTION TO GUITAR AND MUSIC THEORY Guitar is one of the most common instruments in the world and can be used to play almost every popular song from the early 1900s. Whether you are around a campfire, entertaining guests, or alone in your sitting room, the guitar can be used for great enjoyment and self-expression. This course takes the beginner on a musical journey, from building all the skills necessary for a strong foundation to playing songs by the end of our four weeks. The intermediate and advanced player will also find this course extremely beneficial as we review and reinforce many basic and introductory concepts.

LESSONS 1. WHAT IS A GUITAR, AND HOW DOES IT WORK? 2. NOTATION, TIMING AND TIME SIGNATURES, AND OUR FIRST CHORDS. 3. SCALES, INTERVALS, AND EAR TRAINING 4. KEYS AND MORE ABOUT CHORDS 5. PLAYING MELODIES, CHORD PROGRESSIONS, AND SONG STRUCTURE 6. PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE 7. HIGHER ORDER CHORDS AND PLAYING THE BLUES 8. MORE SCALES AND AN INTRODUCTION TO MODES

CODING FOR KIDS Coding allows children to explore new ways to express themselves. Whether you want to make a project that tells your story or create a game, coding plays an essential role in learning to think creatively, work collaboratively and reason systematically. Kids will be able to understand how things “just work” and change the world with what they know. This course will break down the core concepts of coding into fun and playable games. Whether you have only played with Lego before now or you’re making your very own app – this course starts you on a journey into the digital world and understanding how things work.

LESSONS 1. CODING WITH SCRATCH 2. CODING ESSENTIALS 3. DRAWING PATTERNS 4. MAKING OUR FIRST GAME 5. ADDING SOUNDS 6. MAKING ANIMATIONS 7. CREATING AN ENEMY 8. REMIXING OUR PROJECT 9. SELECTING THE RIGHT PROFESSIONAL

INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORY AND PRACTICE Introduction to Music Theory and Practice is for everyone interested in understanding music - anyone who plays music or is simply fascinated by its theoretical foundations. The course covers the essential skills needed for understanding notated music and its theoretical basis - whether classical, pop, blues, metal or a myriad of other styles. Music is all around us in the films we watch and the games we play, on our phones and headphones, in arenas, clubs, pubs and our private spaces. This course offers you the keys to understanding how all kinds of music works and how you can start writing your own.

LESSONS 1. FIRST STEPS 2. NOTATION AND BEGINNING SCALES 3. INTERVALS AND EAR TRAINING 4. CHORDS AND CHORD CHANGES 5. THE STRUCTURE OF MUSIC 6. COMPOSITION 7. KEYS AND THE CIRCLE OF FIFTHS 8. NEW COMPLEXITY, NEW FORMS

INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN In this course we will discuss the skills and knowledge required to begin designing webpages. You will be introduced to the languages used on the internet, how they came to be and how they continually develop. This course will primarily focus on the process of designing a website. There will be a heavy focus on Responsive Design and how this affects your creations. This course will also cover the emerging trends of the internet, how these come to be, and how they constantly become refined. You will learn how to keep on top of current trends to ensure you are always designing to a modern standard.

LESSONS 1. INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN 2. HTML & CSS 3. PLANNING A WEBSITE 4. MODERN WEB DESIGN 5. WEB SITE ENHANCEMENTS 6. GRAPHICS & MEDIA ON THE WEB 7. GOING LIVE 8. PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE 9. SELECTING THE RIGHT PROFESSIONAL

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN MICROSOFT EXCEL Microsoft Excel can be incredibly powerful in the right hands however often it is more than a little daunting. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel is often crucially required for gaining employment and most roles require a working knowledge. The purpose of this course is to bring the student on a journey from basic level Excel use all the way through the most advanced charts, graphs, look ups and much much more.

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ONLINE HEALTH AND FITNESS PROGRAMME Over the course of 8 one-hour modules spanning four weeks, students will follow a step by step guide covering the fundamentals of fitness and learn what they are required to do to reach their health and fitness goals.

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CERTIFICATE IN CHILD NUTRITION The purpose of this Certificate is to arm students with the most powerful weapon of all, knowledge, which when used correctly can and will combat this threat and help to ensure the well-being of the youth of today. This highly rewarding practical Certificate programme is available to anyone wishing to learn more about child nutrition, health and well-being from either a private and/or professional perspective. Whether you are looking to understand and adopt healthier choices for your child or family, implement a new lifestyle balance for your whole family or embark on a new rewarding career in Child Nutrition this programme is perfect for you.

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DIPLOMA IN PSYCHOLOGY OF SALES The Diploma in Sales offers the opportunity to utilise your talents to present yourself effectively and confidently within your daily environment. More than simply a requirement for those looking to sharpen their sales skills, it is also essential viewing for those who wish to express themselves in a more confident and forthright manner. This programme of study allows individuals to take control of how they are perceived from the outside world in a practical, efficient manner with one to one support and guidance provided throughout.

LESSONS 6 LESSONS 1 ACCREDITED DIPLOMA ACCESS TO RECORDINGS SUITABLE FOR ALL LEVELS

FAST TRACK BUSINESS SUCCESS ONLINE DIPLOMA Starting or improving your business begins with this course. How long have you had a desire to run your own business? Hasn’t it has always been in you? Even when you were not aware of it, you have always had that need to be your own boss, to do things differently, better.

LESSONS 10 LESSONS 1 ACCREDITED DIPLOMA ACCESS TO RECORDINGS SUITABLE FOR ALL LEVELS

PERSONAL AND HOUSEHOLD BUDGETING PROGRAMME This Personal and Household Budgeting offers the opportunity to effectively manage your personal finances in the short term and also to plan for your future. The focus is on teaching individuals to both plan and save in real time.

LESSONS 5 LESSONS 1 ACCREDITED DIPLOMA ACCESS TO RECORDINGS SUITABLE FOR ALL LEVELS

OUR PRIMARY AIM IS TO CHANGE PEOPLES' LIVES THROUGH EDUCATION, AS EDUCATION SHOULD NOT BE A PRIVILEGE, RATHER A BASIC HUMAN RIGHT.