StandOut is an extra-curricular activities programme aimed at enhancing students’ personal and social development, as well as providing you with additional opportunities to learn new skills, increase your employability and have fun.
Sessions planned throughout the year include:
· Sports / Societies Committee training
This session is open to all members of Sports teams and Societies, teaching you the basics of health and safety, financial regulations ad engaging your team / society members.
· Student Rep training
If you have been elected as a Student Rep for your course, help is at hand. These sessions fully explore the role of the Student Rep and identify support you need throughout the year.
· British Sign Language (BSL): Units 101 and 102 / 103 combined
Following the huge success of last year, we now aim to teach 2 courses, the basic sign language course (unit 101) will last 5 weeks and a more advanced course (units 102 / 103 combined) will last 15 weeks. Students will be taught with an authentic deaf speaker and potentially given the opportunity to converse with other deaf speakers. Unit examinations can be taken however these will need to be arranged with the tutor directly. Booking for this course is advisable.
· Foundation Makaton course
Similar to the BSL course, we work alongside an external tutor to provide tuition in learning makaton. This course is great for students with a general interest in makaton, those working with younger children with learning difficulties and those studying Speech and Language Therapy.
· Salsa classes
This course is for anyone with an interest in learning the basics, developing their salsa skills or generally having fun. These mixed sessions, taught by a professional Salsa instructor, are for students of all abilities.
· Driving theory course
This course is run in conjunction with F1 Driving School. It provides participants with access to a Driving Instructor to discuss various aspects of the theory test. This interactive course uses CD roms to offer individuals the chance to take mock tests and discuss their answers with the tutor. Participants will be provided with a copy of the Highway Code. Included in the cost of his course is the fee for booking your theory test. Participants are also given discounted driving lessons with F1 Driving School.
· Self defence
This course offers practical guidance for looking after yourself. It is aimed at increasing your awareness and self confidence.
· First aid course (run in conjunction with St. Johns Ambulance)
This is the first time we have run this course. It covers the following:
bites and stings, bleeding (minor and severe), minor burns, chest pain, choking (all ages), communication and casualty care, fainting, primary survey, sprains and strains,
resuscitation (adult) and unconscious casualties.
In addition to this, we are also looking at introducing a Sports First Aid course, run alongside St. John’s Ambulance. This will cover asthma, bleeding, bone, muscle and joint injuries, burns and scalds (minor), casualty movement, chest pain, choking (adults), communication and casualty care, emergencies in public/workplace, head injury, heat and cold extreme, primary survey, resuscitation, role of the first aider, shock, sprains and strains – minor and unconscious casualty.
· Running the Students’ Union
These sessions give participants a deeper insight into how the Students’ Union is run, the mission and values of the Union and its functions. It highlights the importance of student involvement and demonstrates how students can be more actively involved in the democratic processes. This is a must for anyone interested in “running the Students’ Union” and getting involved in the elections.
· Bar skills
You know the dilemma, you apply for bar jobs but they ask for experience which you won’t have until you get a bar job… well, this is a chance to gain some experience.This two week course, delivered over one 2 hour session per week, will cover basic bar skills – the art of serving, customer service, product and service knowledge, responsible retailing and licensing, This is a must for anyone with an interest in working in commercial areas.
· Speed reading / memory skills
This is a new course designed to help students manage their learning more efficiently. With tips on how to speed read and memorise more effectively, this course will be a bonus when it comes to writing assignments and revision.
· Minibus driver training
This is for anyone with an interest in learning to drive a minibus, personally or in relation to sports teams / societies or other University commitments. Participants must have passed their driving test, with no points on their license and a minimum of two year’s driving experience.
More sessions may be added throughout the year so please keep your eye on the standout webpages. Ideas from students for additional classes are always welcome; to make suggestions, please email
standout@dmu.ac.uk.
For further information about course details and expressing an interest please go to www.demontfortstudents.com/standout.
The StandOut calendar is subject to change and dependent on achieving a minimum number of participants. Some courses incur a nominal charge. It is advisable to book in advance for most of the courses offered.
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