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Be More Assertive
Code: T25OC3520
Location: online
Cost: Free
Starting: Thursday 04 June 2026
Duration: 5 sessions over 5 week(s)
Time: 10.00am
By continuing you confirm that you are enrolling onto an adult learning course and that you are aged 19 or over on 1 September 2025, or you are enrolling a young person aged 14-18 on 31 August 2025 specifically onto one of our Study Programme courses, and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions.
Description
Learning to be more assertive can help us to express ourselves effectively and stand up for our own views, whilst remaining respectful to the needs and rights of others.
As well as providing a useful tool for all individuals, assertiveness training can also be beneficial in raising confidence and self-esteem.
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone who would like to learn how to communicate in a more assertive, respectful way. This short course will help individuals to manage everyday situations in a confident assertive way in order to progress and reach their full potential.
How will I learn?
You will learn informally in a virtual classroom within a small group. You will be supported to progress at your own pace.
What will I need?
You will need access to Microsoft Teams so that you can enter your virtual classroom. You will receive an email with instructions on how to do this prior to the start of your course.
Your tutor will be able to advise you about further courses that may be suitable for you including Be More Confident, Volunteer Passport, Exploring Counselling Skills, Careers Workshops and more.
Time and duration
Start Date: 04 June 2026
Start Time: 10.00am
Day: Thursday
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 5