Languages - Rhondda Cynon Taf

Adult Community Learning 

Addysg Gymuned i Oedolion 

Art & Craft/Celf a Chrefft 

Computers/Cyfrifiaduron 

Cookery/Coginio 

Languages/Ieithoedd 

Welsh-Medium Courses/Cyrsiau Cyfrwng Cymraeg 

ESF 

Ewrop & Chymru: Buddsoddi yn eich Dyfodol 

Cronfa Gymdeithasol Ewrop 

Europe & Wales: Investing in your Future 

European Social Fund

Contents/Cynnwys 


Adult Community Learning through the medium of Welsh 

Addysg Gymuned i Oedolion trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg ..........................6 

Art and craft / Celf a Chrefft ..............................................................................8 

Cookery / Coginio ..................................................................................................13 

Chartered Institute of Environmental Health 

Sefydliad Siartredig Iechyd yr Amgylchedd ................................................15 

Computers / Cyfrifiaduron................................................................................16 

Basic Skills / Medrau Sylfaenol ......................................................................19 

Popular Culture / Diwylliant Poblogaidd ....................................................20 

Learning Steps / Camau Dysgu ........................................................................22 

Languages: European, Sign and ESOL 

Ieithoedd: Ieithoedd Ewrop, Iaith Arwyddion 

a Saesneg yn iaith ychwanegol ........................................................................25 

Contents/Cynnwys 

Family Learning / Dysgu fel Teulu ..................................................................30 

One Day Workshops / Gweithdai Undydd..................................................32 

Short Course / Sgyrsiau Byr ..............................................................................34 

Partnership Working / Gweithio ar y cyd ....................................................36 

Bridges into Work / Pontydd i Waith ............................................................38 

Recognising Achievement / Cydnabod eich Cyraeddiadau ................42 

Non Accredited Learning / Dysgu sydd heb ei achredu ........................44 

Enrolment details / Manylion ymrestru ......................................................46 

Booking form / Ffurflen cadw lle....................................................................50 

Dilynwch Gwrs yn Rhondda Cynon Taf 2010/11 

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Welcome 


Welcome to our 2010 brochure packed full of exciting opportunities 

and experiences for you. We have a selection of new courses 

including Sociology, Knitting and Welsh Culture and Traditions 

added to your firm favourites. 

We hope that you enjoy reading through our programme and find a 

course (or two!) that will take you on a lifelong learning journey. 

Who are we and what do we do 

Adult Education at Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council provides quality 

learning opportunities in your local community. 

Our experienced team offer value for money to individuals, organisations and 

professional groups covering a wide range of subjects. 

Our courses range from those that help you gain new skills, including Computers 

and Languages, to developing a hobby; for example Painting with Watercolours, 

Creative Writing or Life-Drawing. 

We also offer a range of more unusual courses which are ideal for someone 

looking for something different; examples include Indian Cookery, Stained Glass 

and Beauty Tips. 

Why not choose a course 

as a unique and long-lasting gift 

Perhaps a friend or family member would enjoy the extremely 

ever popular Family History, Local History, Welsh Culture or 

Computer Skills courses. 

Why not take your partner on a journey of love with a 

French language course. 

Should you wish to discuss any of the courses featured in 

this booklet or have any suggestions for us for future 

courses then please contact us. 

We welcome your suggestions. 

For general information please telephone: 01443 741332 

Email: adulteducation@rhondda-cynon-taf.gov.uk 

Get on Course in Rhondda Cynon Taf 2010/11


Croeso i’n llyfryn ar gyfer 2010 sy’n llawn cyfleoedd a phrofiadau 

cyffrous ar eich cyfer chi. Unwaith yn rhagor, mae gyda ni ddewis o 

gyrsiau newydd gan gynnwys Cymdeithaseg, Gwau, Diwylliant a 

Thraddodiadau Cymru yn ogystal â rhai o’ch hen ffefrynnau. 

Mawr obeithiwn y byddwch chi’n mwynhau darllen trwy’n llyfryn a 

byddwch chi’n dod o hyd i gwrs (neu ddau) fydd yn gymorth ichi 

ddysgu gydol oes. 

Pwy ydyn ni a beth rydyn ni’n ei wneud 

Croeso 

Mae Addysg i Oedolion Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Rhondda Cynon Taf yn darparu 

cyfleoedd dysgu o safon yn eich cymuned leol. 

Mae ein carfan sydd â chryn brofiad yn cynnig gwerth am arian i unigolion, 

sefydliadau a chylchoedd proffesiynol ac yn cynnwys ystod eang o bynciau. 

Mae ein cyrsiau yn amrywio o’r rheiny sydd o gymorth i chi feithrin medrau 

newydd gan gynnwys Cyfrifiaduron ac Ieithoedd i feithrin diddordeb newydd, er 

enghraifft Peintio â Dyfrlliwiau, Ysgrifennu Creadigol neu Fywlunio. 

Yn ogystal â hynny, rydyn ni’n cynnig ystod o gyrsiau mwy anghyffredin ac sy’n 

ddelfrydol ar gyfer y sawl sy’n edrych am rywbeth gwahanol, er enghraifft 

Coginio Bwydydd o’r India, Gwydr Lliw a Thriniaethau Harddwch. 

Beth am ddewis cwrs 

yn anrheg unigryw a pharhaol 

Efallai y byddai cyfaill neu aelod o’r teulu yn mwynhau un o gyrsiau 

poblogaidd Hel Achau, Hanes Lleol, Diwylliant Cymru neu Fedrau 

Cyfrifiadur. Ar gyfer eich cymar, beth am roi cynnig ar Ffrangeg, 

iaith cariadon! 

Os hoffech chi drafod unrhyw rhai o’r cyrsiau hynny sy wedi’u 

cynnwys yn y llyfryn yma, neu os oes gyda chi awgrymiadau ar 

gyfer cyrsiau i’w cynnal yn y dyfodol, cysylltwch â ni. 

Rydyn ni’n croesawu’ch awgrymiadau. 

I gael gwybodaeth gyffredinol ffoniwch: 01443 741332 

Ebost: adulteducation@rhondda-cynon-taf.gov.uk 


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Welsh Medium Courses 



Get on Course in Rhondda Cynon Taf 2010/11 

Welsh Medium Courses 

trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg 

Canolfan Addysg Aman CEC, Godreaman St, Aberdare / Aberdâr, CF44 6DF 

Sbaeneg i ddechreuwyr/Spanish for beginners 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date/ 

Dyddiad dechrau 

Number of Weeks 

Nifer yr wythnosau 

Charges 

Cost 

Tues/Maw 7-9 21/09/10 10 A 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Trehafod Hall, Trehafod / Neuadd Hafod, Trehafod 

Almaeneg i ddechreuwyr/German for beginners 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date/ 




Charges 

Cost 

Mon/Llun 1-3 20/09/10 10 A 

Cerrig Sarn i Dechnoleg Gwybodaeth trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg/ 

Stepping Stones to IT through the Medium of Welsh 

Thurs/Iau 6 - 8 23/9/10 15 B 

Llyfrgell Pontypridd Library, Library Road Pontypridd CF37 2DY 

Diwylliant Cymreig/Welsh Culture 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date/ 




Charges 

Cost 

Tues/Maw 1-3 21/09/10 10 A 

Treorchy Continuing Education Centre, Horeb Street, Treorchy, CF42 6PL 

Canolfan Addysg Treorci, Horeb Street, Treorci, CF42 6PL 

Ffrangeg i ddechreuwyr/French for beginners 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date/ 




Charges 

Cost 

Thurs/Iau 7-9 23/09/10 10 A 

Courses available at Gartholwg Lifelong Learning Centre, 

Mae cyrsiau ar gael yng Nghanolfan Dysgu Gydol Oes Gartholwg yn ogystal 

*Gartholwg Lifelong Learning, Church Village 

*Canolfan Dysgu Gydol Oes Gartholwg 

Cyfrifiaduron/Computers 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date/ 




Mon/Llun 11-1 4 Oct/Hyd 8 

Paratoi ar gyfer ‘Dolig 

Wed/Mer 7-9 3 Nov/Tach 5 

*Contact WEA for more details (see page 36) / 

I gael rhagor o fanylion, cysylltwch â Chymdeithas Addysg y Gweithwyr (WEA) 

(trowch i dudalen 36)


Guide to courses delivered through the 

medium of Welsh 

Languages 

No knowledge required or very basic knowledge. Basic language skills to 

survive in simple conversation. Emphasis on Listening and Speaking skills 

Computers for Complete Beginners 

This course is for the complete beginner. You will quickly develop confidence 

and have fun learning how your computer works and what you can do with 

your new skills. 

Welsh Culture and Traditions 

This course aims to give a brief insight into some common Welsh traditions and 

includes a visit to a local landmark. Discover the meanings of Welsh place 

names and the local characters that helped shape them. Have fun 

and learn about this great country. 

Canllaw i gyrsiau sydd ar 

gael trwy gyfrwng y 

Gymraeg 

Ieithoedd 

Dim gwybodaeth flaenorol neu ryw grap arni. Medrau iaith sylfaenol i ddod i 

ben â sgwrs syml. Pwyslais ar fedrau Gwrando a Siarad. 

Cyrsiau Cyfrwng Cymraeg 

Cyfrifiaduron i Ddechreuwyr 

Dyma gwrs ar gyfer rhywun sy’n hollol newydd i’r maes. Byddwch chi’n magu 

hyder a chael hwyl wrth ddysgu sut mae’ch cyfrifiadur chi’n gweithio a beth mae 

modd ichi’i wneud gyda’ch medrau newydd. 

Diwylliant a Thraddodiadau Cymreig 

Nod y cwrs yma ydy rhoi cipolwg sydyn ar rai o draddodiadau mwyaf 

cyffredin Cymru. Mae’r cwrs yn cynnwys ymweld â thirnod lleol. 

Dewch i ddysgu ystyron enwau lleoedd Cymreig a dylanwadau 

cymeriadau lleol. Dewch i ddysgu rhagor am y wlad fach 

ardderchog yma a chael hwyl ar yr un pryd. 


YN EISIAU! Tiwtoriaid 

Cyrsiau Newydd 

Cysylltwch â Chanolfan 

Addysg Abercynon 

01443 741332 

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and Craft 


Guide to: Art and Craft 

Card Craft 

Would you like to make your own special occasion cards This course will give 

you instructions on different ways to use materials to make 

personal cards for special people. 

Experimenting with Art 

These courses are open to those of all abilities and 

experience. These courses provide an introduction to the 

basic skills of drawing and painting within the chosen 

media. The emphasis is on self-expression and 

encouraging pleasure in creativity. 

Floral Art 

Courses for beginners and those wishing to improve their flowerarranging 

skills. Learn techniques to make arrangements for your home. 

This course will give you hours of pleasure. 

Hair and Beauty 

Are you interested in learning new techniques to enhance your looks 

Join one of our classes and stun your friends. 

Jewellery Making: Beading / Copper / Dichroic Glass 

Come along and make yourself pieces of jewellery that you will be proud to 

show off to your friends. Step-by-step instructions from a skilled tutor will 

enable you to do this. 

Knitting for Beginners 

Join this class and learn how to make a scarf to keep you warm in winter or a 

trendy jacket to impress your friends. You will receive support from 

an excellent tutor to enable you to learn this old craft. 

Life-Drawing 

The length of this course will give you a wonderful 

opportunity to develop your life-drawing skills whether you 

are a beginner or an experienced artist. 

Needlecraft for Beginners 

This fun course will teach you how to do embroidery and crossstitching. 

Come along and learn some new skills in a comfortable, relaxed 

atmosphere. 

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Art 



Patchwork and Quilting 

Learn hand and machine techniques for this traditional craft and produce a 

future heirloom. Apply decorative stitches, learn about pattern, shape, colour 

and use of fabrics. 

Pottery: Ceramics / Sculpture 

Use hand-building skills to design and create a work of art of which you will be 

proud. Learn special decorative techniques and how to use a variety of finishes. 

Silk Painting 

This beautiful art of painting on silk will give you great pleasure. Learn the special 

techniques needed to complete a personal project in a relaxing, friendly atmosphere. 

Soft Furnishing 

Learn how to make your own home accessories, cushions and curtains, tiebacks 

etc. This is an opportunity to co-ordinate your décor to meet your needs. 

Stained Glass 

A practical course with instruction given in aspects of glass working 

and creating pattern. Design something unique of which you will 

be proud. 

Sugar Craft: Sugar flowers / Novelty Cakes 

Beginners are offered the opportunity to 

develop the sugar-craft skills necessary to 

decorate both celebration and novelty cakes 

to a professional standard to suit all occasions. 

Tapestry / Embroidery 

Learn to enjoy this relaxing and rewarding craft which will 

enable enthusiasts to enhance their skills. Instruction given 

for all kinds of stitches to enable students to create beautiful 

items for the home. 

Textiles and Sewing 

Update your old clothes and become modern and up to date with the latest 

fashions. Instructions given on cutting-out patterns, adaptations and alterations. 

Maybe you have garments that are too good to throw away and need 

customizing. Come along and have fun and save money. Alter that skirt that’s 

too big or those jeans that are too long. Also opportunities to make coordinating 

accessories will be available. 

* For many art and craft courses students are required to provide their own 

materials for course and project work. Tutors will advise all students at first 

class meeting. 

Celf a Chrefft 


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and Craft 

Activity 

Gweithgaredd 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date 

Dyddiad 

Dechrau 

Aberdare Library/Llyfrgell Aberdâr 

Tapestry / Embroidery Tues/Maw 2pm - 4pm 21/9/10 15 B 

Canolfan Addysg Aman CEC, Godreaman St. Godreaman, Aberdare/Aberdâr 

Jewellery Making Mixed Levels Mon/Llun 1 - 3 20/9/10 15 B 

Silk Painting Tues/Maw 1.30 - 3.30 21/9/10 5 E 

Sugar craft Tues/Maw 7 - 9 21/9/10 5 E 

Dichroic Glass Tues/Maw 7 - 9 21/9/10 5 F 

Tapestry / Embroidery Tues/Maw 7 - 9 21/9/10 15 B 

Vintage Bags Wed/Mer 12 - 2 22/9/10 5 F 

Textile Craft: Personal Project Wed/Mer 6 - 9 22/9/10 10 B 

Painting & Drawing: Mixed Media Wed/Mer 7 - 9 22/9/10 15 B 

Jewellery Making Mixed Levels Wed/Mer 7 - 9 22/9/10 15 B 

Sugarcraft Thurs/Iau 10 - 12 23/9/10 5 E 

No.Wks 

Wythnosau 

Charges 

Cost 

Capel Farm Resource Centre/Canolfan Adnoddau Capel Farm, Tonyrefail 

Patchwork –Level 1 Mon/Llun 9.45 – 11.45 20/9/09 15 B 

Soft Furnishings Wed/Mer 10 - 12 20/9/10 5 E 

Dai Davies Community Centre, High St, Cymmer, Porth 

Canolfan Cymuned Dai Davies, High St, Y Cymer, Porth Rhondda 

Acrylics and Oil Painting Tues/Maw 10 - 12 21/9/10 15 B 

Feel Good Factory/Ffatri Feel Good Factory, Bryncynon 

Jewellery Wed/Mer 9.30 – 11.30 22/9/10 15 B 

Floral Art Thur/Iau 12.45 – 2.45 23/9/10 15 B 

Gartholwg Lifelong Learning Centre, Church Village 

Canolfan Dysgu Gydol Oes Gartholwg, Pentre’r Eglwys 

Beauty and Make up Mon/Llun 10 - 12 20/9/10 5 E 

Fun Needlecraft for Beginners Mon/Llun 12.45 – 2.45 20/9/10 5 E 

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Art 



Activity 

Gweithgaredd 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date 

Dyddiad 

Dechrau 



Floral Art L1 Mon/Llun 2.30 – 4.30 20/9/10 15 B 

Floral Art Level 2 Mon/Llun 4.45 – 6.45 20/9/10 15 B 

Silk Painting Tues/Maw 4.30 – 6.30 21/9/10 5 E 

Ceramics for Beginners Wed/Mer 10 - 12 22/9/10 15 B 

Jewellery Wed/Mer 12.45 - 2.45 22/9/10 5 E 

Knitting for Beginners Wed/Mer 3.30 – 5.30 22/9/10 5 E 

Soft Furnishing Wed/Mer 4.45 - 6.45 22/9/10 5 E 

Ceramics Level 1 Wed/Mer 5.30 – 7.30 22/9/10 15 B 

Soft Furnishing Wed/Mer 7 - 9 22/9/10 5 E 

Life Drawing * Wed/Mer 7 - 9 22/9/10 5 E 

Stained glass Wed/Mer 7.30 – 9.30 20/9/10 5 E 

Floral Art Advanced Thurs/Iau 7 - 9 23/9/10 5 E 

Sugar Craft Thurs/Iau 7 - 9 23/9/10 5 E 

Card Craft Fri/Gwe 10 - 12 24/9/10 5 B 

No.Wks 

Wythnosau 

Charges 

Cost 

Celf a Chrefft 

Graig Hall The Graig Pontypridd/Neuadd Graig, Y Graig, Pontypridd 

Jewellery Making Thurs/Iau 6 - 8 23/9/10 5 E 

Llanharran Drop in Centre/Canolfan Galw Heibio Llanharan 

Watercolour Fri/Gwe 10 - 12 24/9/10 15 B 

Nantgarw Pottery Treforest Industrial Estate/ 

Crochendy Nantgarw, Ystâd Ddiwydiannol Trefforest 

Dichroic Jewellery Tues/Maw 6 - 8 21/9/10 5 F 

Pottery L1 Wed/Mer 1 - 3 22/9/10 15 B 

“ 

I enjoyed Learning new techniques and making new friends. 

Mwynheuais i ddysgu technegau newydd a chwrdd â ffrindiau newydd. 

Heather, Card Craft Level 2/Gweithio Cardiau Lefel 2. 

” 


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and Craft/Celf a Chrefft 

Activity 

Gweithgaredd 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date 

Dyddiad 

Dechrau 

Pontypridd High School, Cilfynydd/Ysgol Uwchradd Pontypridd, Cilfynydd 

Stained Glass Tues/Maw 6 - 8 21/9/10 5 E 

Sugar Craft Tues/Maw 6 - 8 21/9/10 5 E 

Sewing for Family and Friends Tues/Maw 6 - 8 21/9/10 15 B 

Card Craft Tues/Maw 6 - 8 21/9/10 15 B 

Painting with Oils Tues/Maw 6 - 8 21/9/10 15 B 

St. Fagan’s Church Hall, Trecynon, Aberdare 

Neuadd Eglwys Sain Ffagan, Trecynon, Aberdâr 

Beading Level 1 Tues/Maw 10 - 12 21/9/10 15 B 

St. Theresa Church Hall/Neuadd Eglwys Santes Theresa, Hirwaun 

Hobby Crafts Wed/Mer 1.30 – 3.30 23/9/10 15 B 

Tapestry/Embroidery Thurs/Iau 2 - 4 24/9/10 15 B 

Trehafod Hall/Neuadd Trehafod 

Watercolour Painting Mon/Llun 10 - 12 20/9/10 15 B 

Jewellery/Beading Mixed Levels Tues/Maw 7 - 9 21/9/10 15 B 

Treorchy CEC/Canolfan Addysg Treorci 

Acrylics Thurs/Iau 1 - 3 23/9/10 15 B 

Card Craft Thurs/Iau 10 - 12 23/9/10 5 E 

Floral Art Wed/Mer 10 - 12 22/9/10 15 B 

Y Pant 

Life Drawing* Tues/Maw 6 - 8 21/9/10 5 E 

* There will be an additional cost of £3.00 per person payable per week to cover cost of Life Model. 

No.Wks 

Wythnosau 

Charges 

Cost 

“ ” 

Very enjoyable,I have enjoyed every minute. 

Rydw i wedi mwynhau pob munud 

WANTED! 

New course tutors 

Contact Abercynon CEC 

01443 741332 

Betty - Sugar Craft Level 2/Crefft Siwgwr Lefel 2 

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Art 


Guide to: Cookery 


Cookery 

We offer a range of cookery classes from basic cookery to courses enabling you 

to prepare international dishes for family and friends. Students will be required 

to provide their own ingredients. 

Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Level 

2 Award in Food Safety in Catering 

Courses are run throughout the year to gain this qualification. Cost for 6 hour 

course includes accreditation costs of £45. For further information tel 01443 741332 

Activity 

Gweithgaredd 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date 

Dyddiad 

Dechrau 


Practical Cookery Mon/Llun 6 - 8 20/9/10 15 B 

Indian Cookery Wed/Mer 1 - 3 22/9/10 15 B 

Italian Cookery Thurs/Iau 1 - 3 23/9/10 15 B 

No.Wks 

Wythnosau 

Charges 

Cost 


Capel Farm, Resource Centre/Canolfan Adnoddau Capel Farm, Tonyrefail 

New Ideas for Tasty Meals Thurs/Iau 9.45-11.45 23/9/10 15 B 

Gartholwg Lifelong Learning Centre, Church Village/ 


Indian Cookery Mon/Llun 4 - 6 20/9/10 15 B 

Pontypridd High School, Cilfynydd/Ysgol Uwchradd Pontypridd, Cilfynydd 

Italian Cookery Wed/Mer 6 - 8 23/9/10 15 B 


New Ideas for Tasty Meals Tue/Maw 1 - 3 20/9/10 15 B 


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Certificate in 

Hospitality & Catering 

(City & Guilds Entry/3340) 

Fancy a career in the catering trade Yes Chef!! 

You could be part of a team working in a ‘real catering kitchen’ providing full 

food service to staff and students. 

This course provides opportunities for learners to develop confidence, practical 

skills and an understanding of the catering industry. 

Target group: This qualification is aimed at candidates who have an interest in 

the hospitality and catering industry. It’s suitable for people in part time 

education or for both the employed or unemployed. Candidates will develop 

knowledge and practical skills which provide a natural progression towards 

further studies. 

Units: - All learners need to achieve a total of five units 

1. Introduction to the Hospitality and Catering Industry 

2. Health, Safety and Hygiene 

3. Communication at Work 

4. Working relationships 

5. Food Preparation and Cooking 

Agored Cymru credits may be offered initially as an introduction into this 

programme. 

To find out more about this qualification we recommend you contact 

Jane Thomas, Adult Education on 01443 741332. 


Chartered Institute of 

Environmental Health 

(CIEH) 

Level 2 Award in Food Safety 


The CIEH Level 2 Awards in Food Safety has been designed to address the food 

safety needs of the catering, manufacturing and retail sectors. 

Outline programme 

The qualifications cover the following topics: 

• Legislation 

• Food safety hazards 

• Temperature control 

• Refrigeration, chilling and cold holding 

• Cooking, hot holding and reheating 

• Food handling 

• Principles of safe food storage 

• Cleaning 

• Food premises and equipment 


Qualification information 

Designed for anyone working in a catering, manufacturing 

or retail setting where food is prepared, cooked and handled. 

Course duration: One day or two half days 

Assessment method: Multiple-choice examination 

Cost: £45 per person (Includes registration and certification) 


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16Computers 

WANTED! 



01443 741332 


Guide to: Computer Courses 

Computers for Complete Beginners 

This course is for the complete beginner. You will quickly develop confidence 

and have fun learning how your computer works and what you can do with your 

new skills. 

Computers Level 1 

This course is for you if you have a basic knowledge of using a computer and a 

Multiple-choice wish to develop and improve your skills further. 

Computers Level 2 

This course is a progression from Computers Level 1 and will enable you to 

further your skills. 

CLAiT (Computer Literacy and Information Technology) 

If you are already familiar with working with a computer or would like to 

improve your skills at work and gain a recognised qualification this is the course 

for you. We are offering CLAIT in four centres and will be covering e- 

documents (managing files and using Microsoft Word), Database and 

Spreadsheets. You will gain a recognised RSA IT Qualification (OCR). 

An examination fee will be charged at the beginning of each module. 

Digital Photography 

Would you like to know how to use your digital camera properly and put your 

images on to a computer If so, this course is suitable for you. 

Internet and Email 

This course will enable you to surf the internet, to learn and discover new things 

and to use email to talk to your friends locally and across the world. 

“ ” 

Most enjoyable and interesting, with great 

tutor support and patience. 

Cwrs difyr a diddorol iawn, tiwtor parod ei 

gymwynas gyda digon o amynedd. 

Margaret, Internet and Email/Y Rhyngrwyd ac Ebost. 



Activity 

Gweithgaredd 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date 

Dyddiad 

Dechrau 


Computers Level 2 Mon/Llun 9.30 – 11.30 20/9/10 15 B 

Internet and Email Mon/Llun 12.30 – 2.30 20/9/10 15 B 

Computers for Complete Beginners Mon/Llun 7 - 9 20/9/10 15 B 

Internet and Email Wed/Mer 7 - 9 22/9/10 15 B 

Photography for Beginners Thurs/Iau 1 - 3 23/9/10 15 B 

Beddau CEC, Pencoedcae Rd, Beddau/Can. Add. Y Beddau, Pencoedcae Rd, Y Beddau 

Computers for Complete 

Beginners 

Mon/Llun 1 - 3 20/9/10 15 B 

Capel Farm Resource Centre/Canolfan Adnoddau Capel Farm, Tonyrefail 

Computers for Complete Beginners Wed/Mer 12 - 2 29/9/10 15 B 

Digital Photography for 

Beginners 

Wed/Mer 2.30 – 4.30 29/9/10 15 B 

Computers Level 1 Thurs/Iau 5 - 7 23/9/10 15 B 

No.Wks 

Wythnosau 

Charges 

Cost 

Cyfrifiaduron 

Ferndale Comprehensive/Ysgol Gyfun Glynrhedynog 

Computers for Complete Beginners Tues/Maw 5.30 – 7.30 28/9/10 15 B 

Gartholwg Lifelong Learning Centre, Church Village/ 


CLAiT (Computer Literacy and 

Tues/Maw 7 - 9 21/9/10 30 D 

Info Technology) 

Miskin CEC, Clarence St, Miskin, Mtn Ash/ 

Can. Add. Y Meisgyn, Y Meisgyn, Aberpennar 

Computers Level 1 Thurs/Iau 10 - 12 30/9/10 15 B 

Porth Comprehensive/Ysgol Gyfun Y Porth 

Computers for Complete Beginners Wed/Mer 6 - 8 29/9/10 15 B 

Trehafod Hall, Trehafod/Neuadd Trehafod, Trehafod 

Stepping Stones to IT through 

the Medium of Welsh 

Cerrig Sarn i Dechnoleg Gwybodaeth 

trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg 

Thurs/Iau 6 - 8 23/9/10 15 B 


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Computers/Cyfrifiaduron 


Activity 

Gweithgaredd 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 


Start Date 

Dyddiad 

Dechrau 

Treorchy CEC, Horeb St, Treorchy/Can. Add. Treorci, Horeb Street, Treorci 


Beginners 


Beginners 

Mon/Llun 10 - 12 20/9/10 15 B 

Wed/Mer 10 - 12 

Treorchy Comprehensive/Ysgol Gyfun Treorci 

Y Pant Comprehensive School, Pontyclun/ 

Ysgol Gyfun y Pant, Pont-y-clun 

Computers for the Complete 

Beginners 

22/9/10 

15 B 

Computers for beginners Wed/Mer 6 - 8 22/9/10 15 B 

Tonyrefail Comprehensive School/Ysgol Gyfun Tonyrefail, Tonyrefail 

Computers Level 1 Mon/Llun 6 - 8 20/9/10 15 B 

Computers for Complete Tues/Maw 

6 - 8 21/9/10 15 B 

Beginners 

No.Wks 

Wythnosau 

Wed/Mer 6 - 8 22/9/10 15 B 

“ ” 

Most useful: The ability to use my newly 

acquired skills back at home on my computer. 

Y gallu i ddefnyddio fy sgiliau newydd ar y 

cyfrifiadur yn y cartref. 

Josie - Computers Level 1/ 

Cyfrifiaduron Lefel 1 

“ ” 

Enjoyed it very much, every one helps each other. 

Wrth fy modd, mae pawb yn helpu’i gilydd. 

Cherrill - Computers Level 1/Cyfrifiaduron Lefel 1. 

Charges 

Cost

Improve your Skills 

Do you find spelling difficult 

Do you hate dealing with numbers 


Have you just forgotten those Basic Skills you learnt in school 

Why not brush up on your everyday skills and improve your: 

• Spelling • Handling of Money 

• Letter Writing Skills • Punctuation • Reading 

Generally boost your confidence in these everyday essential skills that we all need. 

Discover your hidden talents, improve your career opportunities and improve your 

quality of life. 

For more information on all classes and taster sessions offered in RCT contact: 

Beverley Rosser on 01685 870399. 

Gwella’ch Medrau 

Ydy sillafu yn eich syrffedu 

Ydy rhifau’n rhwystredig i chi 

Ydych chi wedi anghofio’r Sgiliau Sylfaenol hynny a ddysgoch 

chi yn yr ysgol 

Beth am gaboli’ch medrau o ddydd i ddydd a gwella’ch medrau: 

• Sillafu • Trafod arian 

• Ysgrifennu llythyron • Atalnodi • Darllen 

Rhoi hwb i’ch hyder wrth ymarfer y sgiliau sylfaenol hynny rydyn ni eu heisiau bob 

dydd. Dewch hyd i ddoniau cudd i wella’ch cyfleoedd gwaith a gwella’ch safon 

byw. 

I gael rhagor o fanylion am y dosbarthiadau a’r sesiynau blasu i gyd sydd ar gael yn 

RhCT, ffoniwch Beverly Rosser ar 01685 870399. 

Basic Skills/Medrau Sylfaenol 


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20Popular Culture 


Guide to: Popular Culture 

Counselling 

This course does not train you to become a 

professional counsellor but it will enable you to use 

counselling skills to enhance your interpersonal 

techniques and relationships. 

Creative Writing 

This course will provide help and advice for the creative 

writer. Learn how to use dialogue, enrich description, plan 

and structure. This is a practical course so students should be prepared to write 

constructive criticisms as these will be an important aspect of the course. 

Family History 

Could you be related to royalty Was your great-grandfather at Rorke’s Drift 

Find out when you join a beginners’ class which will introduce you to methods of 

research into family history. Students progressing onto a Level 2 course will be 

taught how to gain information from a computer to further their knowledge. 

Local History 

Have you an interest in learning more about the history of your local area Then 

this is the course for you. 

Sociology 

Have you ever wondered how our society works Delve into and investigate 

issues relating to everyone’s lives. Contribute to enjoyable debates in a friendly 

environment. 

Welsh Culture and Traditions 

This course aims to give a brief insight into some common Welsh traditions and 

includes a visit to a local landmark. Discover the meanings of Welsh place names 

and of the influences of a local character. Impress your family and friends using 

basic Welsh language skills such as ‘meet and greet’. Have fun and learn about 

this great country! 

“ ” 

This has been an excellent course, really enjoyable but also very informative. 

I have learned so much about tracing family and putting together the 

history of my family. 

Cwrs ardderchog, wedi mwynhau mas draw a dysgu llawer. Rydw i wedi 

dysgu cymaint am hel fy achau a chasglu hanes fy nheulu at ei gilydd. 

Alison - Family History Level 1./Hanes Teulu Lefel 1 



Activity 

Gweithgaredd 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date 

Dyddiad 

Dechrau 

Aberdare Library, Aberdare/Llyfrgell Aberdâr, Aberdâr 

Family History Level 1 Mon/Llun 1 - 3 20/9/10 23 C 

Aman CEC, Godreaman St, Aberdare/Canolfan Addysg Aman, Aberdâr 

Family History Level 2 

(computers) 

Mon/Llun 4 - 6 20/9/10 23 C 

Local History Thur/Iau 10 - 12 23/9/10 15 B 


Canolfan Dysgu Gydol Oes Gartholwg, Pentre'r Eglwys 


(computers) 

Mon/Llun 7.30 –9.30 20/9/10 23 C 

Creative Writing Mon/Llun 7 - 9 20/9/10 15 B 

Counselling Tue/Maw 12.45 - 2.45 21/9/10 5 A 


(computers) 

Thur/Iau 4 - 6 23/9/10 23 C 

Family History Level 1 Thur/Iau 6.30 –8.30 23/9/10 23 C 

Pontypridd Library, Pontypridd/Llyfrgell Pontypridd, Pontypridd 

Family History Level 1 Mon/Llun 10 - 12 20/9/10 23 C 

Creative Writing Tue/Maw 10 - 12 21/9/10 15 B 

Temple Baptist, Pontypridd/Eglwys y Deml i Fedyddwyr, Pontypridd 

Local History Mon/Llun 10 -12 20/9/10 15 B 

No.Wks 

Wythnosau 

Charges 

Cost 

Diwylliant Poblogaidd 


Local History Mon/Llun 1.30 – 3.30 20/9/10 15 B 

Family History Thur/Iau 10 - 12 23/9/10 23 C 

Welsh Culture and Traditions Fri/Gwe 1-3 24/9/10 10 A 

Tŷ Ashgrove, Pontypridd 

Sociology Wed/Mer 6 - 8 22/9/10 5 E 


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Learning Steps 


The Learning Steps Programme 

The Learning Steps Programme provides 

community education for adults with learning 

disabilities throughout Rhondda Cynon Taf. 

Our aim is to provide: 

• Opportunities to learn new and exciting skills 

• High quality accredited and non-accredited courses 

• Friendly, experienced and supportive tutors 

• A wide choice of courses 

• Small class sizes 

How do I book a place on a course 

A referral form will need to be completed & returned to the Learning Steps team 

by 13th August 2010. Please contact one of the team on the number below if you 

require a copy. If you wish to enrol on a writing course or dealing with money 

course you will also be required to complete a brief assessment to ensure that you 

are enrolling on a course that is at the right level for you. 

For more details telephone: 01443 743964 

The Learning Steps Programme offers the following courses: 

Art and Craft classes: 

A varied course to include painting, collage and card-making to stimulate creativity. 

Get Cooking: 

A basic practical cookery course that covers meal planning, healthy eating, 

kitchen safety and food hygiene. 

Improve Your Writing: 

Develop your writing skills through fun and practical activities with helpful 

advice on spelling and grammar. 

Learn about Computers: 

Develop your keyboard and mouse skills & basic computing through word 

processing. Discover games and use a digital camera. 

Money Matters: 

Learn all about money. Do you know our coins What is the best buy 

All taught in a fun way through activities, games etc. 

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Pick' n' Mix (non accredited): 

Learn about different activities that Learning Steps offer. Sample art & crafts, 

independent living skills, basic skills, social skills plus many more. This course will 

be a step-up course to enable students to progress onto accredited courses. 

Learn about the world: 

Learn about the world we live in. You will be looking at different countries and 

cultures. 

Pottery: 

Get creative and learn how to make crafty items using clay and glazing techniques. 

Social/Working Skills: 

Feel more confident in expressing yourself both with friends and in the 

community. Games and practical exercises to a make a fun experience. 

Yoga 

Learn how breathing can help you to relax and take gentle exercise to improve 

your health and well-being. 

Rhaglen Camau Dysgu 

Camau Dysgu 

Mae Rhaglen Camau Dysgu yn cynnal 

addysg i oedolion a chanddyn nhw 

anawsterau dysgu yn y gymuned ledled 

Rhondda Cynon Taf. 

Ein nod ni ydy: 

• Rhoi cyfleoedd ichi ddysgu medrau newydd a chyffrous 

• Cynnal cyrsiau o safon – cyrsiau achrededig a rhai heb 

eu hachredu fel ei gilydd 

• Eich rhoi chi i gysylltiad â thiwtoriaid a staff cymorth cyfeillgar, 

profiadol a pharod eu cymwynas 

• Rhoi dewis helaeth o gyrsiau 

• Cynnal dosbarthiadau bach o ran niferoedd 

Sut rydw i’n cadw lle ar gwrs 

Bydd eisiau i’r garfan Camau Dysgu dderbyn ffurflen atgyfeiriad wedi’i llenwi’n 

llawn erbyn 13eg Awst 2010. Os hoffech chi gopi, cysylltwch ag aelod o’r garfan ar y 

rhif sy wedi’i nodi isod. Os ydych chi’n dymuno ymrestru ar gwrs ysgrifennu neu 

drafod arian, bydd gofyn ichi ddod i ben ag asesiad byr i ddibenion gofalu eich bod 

chi’n ymrestru ar gwrs sy’n briodol ar eich cyfer. 

I gael rhagor o fanylion, ffoniwch: 01443 743964 


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24Camau Dysgu 

Mae Rhaglen Camau Dysgu yn cynnig y cyrsiau canlynol: 

Dosbarthiadau Celf a Chrefftau: 

Dyma gwrs sy’n cynnwys nifer o bethau, gan gynnwys, paentio, gludwaith a gweithio 

cardiau i danio’r doniau creadigol. 

Coginio – ewch ati! 

Dyma gwrs coginio sylfaenol ac ymarferol sy’n trafod materion paratoi prydau 

bwydydd iach, diogelwch yn y gegin a hylendid bwydydd. 

Medrau ysgrifennu: 

Datblygu’ch medrau ysgrifennu trwy weithgareddau hwyl ac ymarferol, gyda 

chyngor defnyddiol ar faterion sillafu a gramadeg. 

Gwersi cyfrifiaduron: 

Meithrin eich medrau ar y bysellfwrdd a thrafod eich cyfrifiadur trwy 

weithgareddau prosesu geiriau. Byddwn ni’n dangos y gemau a sut i ddefnyddio 

camera digidol. 

Agweddau ar arian: 

Popeth sydd i’w wybod am faterion ariannol. Pa geiniogau sydd gyda chi yn eich 

poced Beth yw’r bargeinion gorau Cewch chi wybod pob dim trwy 

weithgareddau hwyl, gemau ac ati. 

Dewis a Chymysgu (heb ei achredu) 

Dewch i ddysgu rhagor am y gweithgareddau gwahanol mae Camau Dysgu yn eu 

cynnig. Rhoi cynnig ar gelf a chrefftau, medrau byw bywyd yn annibynnol, medrau 

sylfaenol, medrau cymdeithasu a llawer rhagor. Dyma gwrs pontio fydd yn galluogi 

myfyrwyr i symud ymlaen i gyrsiau achrededig. 

Dysgu rhagor am y byd: 

Dysgu rhagor am y byd ac edrych ar wledydd a diwylliannau gwahanol. 

Crochenwaith: 

Cyfle i fod yn greadigol a dysgu sut i wneud darnau o 

grefft gan ddefnyddio technegau clai a gwydr. 

Medrau Cymdeithasol/Gweithio: 

Teimlo’n fwy hyderus o ran mynegi’ch hun gyda’ch 

cyfeillion ac yn y gymuned. Yn cynnwys gemau ac 

ymarferion ymarferol i’w wneud yn brofiad hwyl. 

Ioga 

Dewch i ddysgu sut mae technegau anadlu gallu bod o 

gymorth i ymlacio a gwneud ymarfer corff ysgafn i 

wella’ch iechyd a’ch lles. 



ESOL Classes 

English for Speakers of Other Languages 

If English isn’t your first language you can access a course to help you improve 

your English. ESOL courses cover: 

• Speaking and listening 

• Vocabulary 

• Reading and writing 

• Punctuation and grammar 

Improving your English will help you with the following: 


• Understand the laws and customs of the UK, 

• Take part in a course and get a qualification, 

• Help your child with homework, 

• Talk with the doctors and better understand any treatment you may need and 

be able to ask the right questions, 

• Pass the Life in the UK test and become a British citizen. 

For more information on how to access ESOL classes telephone 01443 744295. 


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Guide to: Sign Language 

We offer courses for absolute beginners and those who wish to improve 

their sign language skills. 

Learn to communicate in a range of everyday situations involving basic sign, 

facial expressions and finger spelling. 

You will also increase you knowledge and understanding of Deaf Awareness and 

Culture. 

“ ” 

Learning a useful new skill in an enjoyable environment and 

meeting new people. 

Dysgu medr newydd defnyddiol mewn awyrgylch hwyl a chwrdd 

â ffrindiau newydd. 

Stephanie – Sign Language Level 1/Iaith Arwyddion Lefel 1 

“ ” 

Tutor very supportive, classes are fun and informative. 

Tiwtor parod ei gymwynas, dosbarthiadau diddorol a 

llawn hwyl. 

Deb - Sign Language Level 1 

Iaith Arwyddion Lefel 1 

WANTED! 



01443 741332 

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Possible progression route for learners 


Please look at the progression table carefully before enrolling to ensure you are 

selecting the correct course. 

If you are uncertain about which course or level is right for you please contact 

the language development worker on 01443 744 175 / Course Administration 

Team on 01443 741 332. 

Level 

Lefel 

OCN 

Level 

Lefel 

RhCA 

Knowledge 

Gwybodaeth 

Knowledge gained at 

end of course 

Gwybodaeth ar ddiwedd y cwrs 

Languages Ieithoedd 

Introduction 

Step 1 1 

No knowledge required or 

very basic knowledge. 

Basic language skills to survive in 

simple conversation. 

Level 1 1 

Completed Introduction 

Increased knowledge of language and 

the confidence to cope with familiar 

situations. 

Activity 

Gweithgaredd 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date 

Dyddiad 

Dechrau 

No.Wks 

Wythnosau 

Charges 

Cost 

Aman CEC, Godreaman St, Aberdare 

Canolfan Addysg Aman, Godreaman St, Aberdâr 

Sign Language Level 1 Thur/Iau 7-9 23/9/10 15 B 

92 A Dunraven Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda CF40 1AP 

Introduction to Sign Language Mon/Llun 7-9 20/9/10 15 B 

Llanharan Drop In Centre/Canolfan Galw Heibio Llanharan CF72 9RD 

Introduction to Sign Language Wed/Mer 6-8 22/9/10 15 B 


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Guide to: European Languages 

We offer courses for absolute beginners and those who wish to improve their 

language skills. 

Learn to communicate in a range of everyday situations involving speaking, 

listening and understanding conversations in addition to reading and writing. 

You will also increase your knowledge and understanding of the society and 

culture of the countries where the language is spoken. 

Possible progression route for learners 

Level 

Lefel 

OCN 

Level 

Lefel 

RhCA 

Knowledge 

Gwybodaeth 

Knowledge gained at 

end of course 

Gwybodaeth ar ddiwedd y cwrs 

Introduction 

Step 1 1 

No knowledge required or 

very basic knowledge. 

Basic language skills to survive in simple 

conversation. Emphasis on Listening & 

Speaking skills 

Level 1 Part 1 1 

Level 1 

Part 2 2 

Level 2 

Completed Introduction or 

have good knowledge to 

survive in a conversation or 

studied language previously 

Completed Introduction 

and Level 1 Part 1, or studied 

language previously to ‘O’ 

level or GCSE standard. 

The ability and confidence 

to speak and understand 

the language in a range of 

familiar situations. 

2 Completed Level 1 

Increased knowledge of language and 

the confidence to cope with familiar 

situations. The emphasis will be on 

Listening & Speaking 

More proficient use of tenses and 

language patterns. Confidence in the 

use of language in a wider range of 

situations. 

Emphasis on Listening and Speaking 

More proficient use of tenses and 

language patterns. Confidence in the 

use of language in a wider range of 

situations. Emphasis on Speaking, 

Writing and Listening. 

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Please look at the progression table carefully before enrolling to ensure you are 

selecting the correct course. 

Is you are uncertain about which course or level is right for you please contact 

the language development worker on 01443 744 175 / Course Administration 

Team on 01443 741 332 for further advice and guidance. 



Activity 

Gweithgaredd 

Day 

Diwrnod 

Time 

Amser 

Start Date 

Dyddiad 

Dechrau 


French Level 1 Part 1 Mon/Llun 10-12 20/09/10 10 A 

French for Beginners Mon/Llun 4.45-6.45 20/09/10 10 A 

French for Beginners 

Level 1 Part 2 

Mon/Llun 7-9 20/09/10 10 A 

French for Beginners Thurs/Iau 12.45-2.45 23/09/10 10 A 

French Level 2 Fri/Gwe 10-12 24/09/10 10 A 

German for Beginners Wed/Mer 10-12 22/09/10 10 A 

German Level 1 Part 1 Wed/Mer 1-3 22/09/10 10 A 

Spanish for Beginners Thurs/Iau 7-9 23/09/10 10 A 

Sbaeneg i ddechreuwyr Tues/Maw 7-9 21/09/10 10 A 

No.Wks 

Wythnosau 

Charges 

Cost 

Ieithoedd 

Pontypridd Library/Llyfrgell Pontypridd 

Spanish for Beginners Wed/Mer 10-12 22/09/10 10 A 

Hafod Hall/Neuadd Hafod 

Almaeneg i ddechreuwyr Mon/Llun 1-3 20/09/10 10 A 

Treorchy CEC, Horeb St, Treorchy/Can. Add. Treorci, Horeb Street, Treorci 

Portuguese/Spanish for 

Beginners 

Mon/Llun 10-12 20/09/10 10 A 

Ffrangeg i ddechreuwyr Thurs/Iau 7-9 23/09/10 10 A 

Tŷ Ashgrove, Upper Church St, Pontypridd 

German for Beginners Mon/Llun 7-9 20/09/10 10 A 

Ffrangeg i ddechreuwyr Wed/Mer 7-9 22/09/10 10 A 


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30Family Learning 


Family Learning 

If you don’t use it you lose it! Have you ever felt a bit rusty or when 

your child comes home from school you don’t understand their 

homework which makes it difficult to help them! 

Join in one of our Family Learning programmes to help your 

child and to brush up on your number skills, reading and 

writing and working on the computer as well as picking up 

tips for a healthy lifestyle. 

Family Learning programmes have helped many parents 

learn new skills and brush up on old and forgotten skills. 

Learning with your child is the perfect way to understand how 

to help your child achieve in school and understand the different 

ways they are taught in school today, as well as increase your own 

confidence levels. 

For further information on where the Family Learning Programme is running 

near you, please contact 01443 743967 

“ 

Family Learning helped us both to work together as mother and 

son, to do things together, to communicate with each other. He 

has learnt how to share, how to play with other children. It has 

helped with his speech where he had problems. Before Family 

Learning I wouldn't go out through the door on my own I had 

to have somebody with me. I hardly get a panic attack now. 

Jack is now 6 and it is only now that I am taking him down 

to the park on my own. It has really helped me. 


Anna 

”

Dysgu fel Teulu 


Rhaid wrth ymarfer eich medrau. Ydych chi erioed wedi teimlo braidd wedi 

rhydu pa fo’ch plentyn yn dod adref o’r ysgol a dydych chi ddim yn deall 

eu gwaith cartref, ac sy’n ei gwneud hi’n anodd ichi i roi help llaw 

Dewch i ymuno yn un o’n rhaglenni Dysgu fel Teulu i roi cymorth 

i’ch plentyn a chaboli’ch medrau Rhifedd, Darllen ac Ysgrifennu a 

gwaith ar y cyfrifiadur ar yr un pryd. Bydd cyfle i ddysgu rhai 

cynghorion byw bywyd iach yn ogystal. 

Mae rhaglenni Dysgu fel Teulu wedi bod o gymorth i nifer o rieni i 

feithrin medrau newydd a chaboli hen fedrau rydych chi wedi’u 

hanghofio. Mae dysgu yng nghwmni’ch plentyn yn ffordd ddelfrydol i 

ddod i ddeall sut mae’ch plentyn yn gwneud yn yr ysgol a dod i ddeall pa 

mor wahanol yw byd ysgol heddiw, yn ogystal â magu’ch hyder ar yr un pryd. 

I gael rhagor o fanylion am gyfleoedd Dysgu fel Teulu yn eich ardal chi, 

ffoniwch 01443 743967 

“ ” 

Roedd rhaglen Dysgu fel Teulu wedi bod o gymorth i ni ddysgu sut i weithio gyda’n 

gilydd fel mam a mab, dysgu sut i wneud pethau yng nghwmni’n gilydd a 

chyfathrebu. Mae e wedi dysgu sut mae rhannu, a sut i chwarae gyda phlant eraill. 

Mae wedi bod o gymorth i wella’i fedrau lleferydd yn ogystal. Cyn Dysgu fel Teulu 

doeddwn i ddim yn gallu mynd allan trwy’r drws ar fy mhen fy hun, roedd rhaid bod 

rhywun yn gwmni i mi. Bellach, dw i braidd byth yn cael pwl o banig. Mae Jack yn 6 

oed a dim ond nawr rydw i’n mynd ag e i lawr i’r parc ar fy mhen fy hun. Mae wedi 

bod o gymorth mawr i mi. 

Anna 

Dysgu fel Teulu 


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Day Workshops 


One Day Workshops 

SEPT: 11th Dare Valley Country Park 

Set in this beautiful location and using the natural surroundings as inspiration to 

explore new skills, a choice of two workshops available: Watercolours or Digital 

Photography. Activities will take place outdoors. To enjoy your experience please 

ensure that you have suitable clothing. 

Cost: £30 – booking required 

Other activities will also be available during this weekend. 

See www.darevalleycountrypark.co.uk for more details or call 01685 874 6720 

OCT: 16th 10.00-3.00 Family and Adult Community Learning; at the Muni 

Arts Centre, Pontypridd. 

A fun-packed action filled day with Community Arts 

displays on stage, information stands and the 

following workshops for you to join in. 

• Digital Photography 

• Re-vamp clothes 

• Creating "spooky" Halloween Masks 

• Circus Skills 

• Silk Screen T-shirt making 

• Hair and Beauty 

• Cultural Family Cooking 

• Mini-me (pottery sculptures) 

• Creating your very own Memory Book 

(scrap-book) 

• Make your own Maths games to help your child 

• Take part in a world collage 

• Funniest sentence competition 

• Build a "Giant Junk Robot" 

• Create a hedgehog using Autumn leaves with 

Language and Play 

plus many more… 

For more information call 01443 743 694 

Costs: FREE – no booking required 

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One 


Gweithdai Undydd 


MEDI: 11eg Parc Gwledig Cwm Dâr 

Dewis o ddau o weithdai ar gael mewn lleoliad ardderchog sy’n defnyddio’r 

amgylchfyd naturiol yn ysbrydoliaeth; Dyfrlliwiau a Ffotograffiaeth Ddigidol. 

Gweithgareddau i’w cynnal yn yr awyr agored, felly cofiwch wisgo 

dillad addas. 

Cost: £30 – rhaid cadw lle ymlaen llaw 

Bydd gweithgareddau eraill ar gael dros y penwythnos, galwch heibio i wefan 

www.darevalleycountrypark.co.uk neu ffonio 01685 874 6720 

HYDREF: 16eg 10.00-3.00 Dysgu fel Teulu ac Addysg Gymuned; yng 

Nghanolfan Gelf y Miwni, Pontypridd 

Diwrnod llawn hwyl yn cynnwys arddangosiadau Celfyddydau yn y Gymuned 

ar lwyfan, stondinau gwybodaeth a chyfle i chi gymryd rhan yn y gweithdai 

canlynol. 

• Ffotograffiaeth Ddigidol 

• Gweddnewid hen ddillad 

• Creu mygydau Nos Galan Gaeaf bwganllyd 

• Medrau Syrcas 

• Argraffu crys-t ar wyneb sidan 

• Triniaethau gwallt a harddwch 

• Coginio Bwyd Diwylliannol fel Teulu 

• Cerflunwaith crochenwaith mini-me 

• Creu llyfr o’ch atgofion 

• Creu gemau mathemateg eich hun yn gymorth i’ch plentyn 

• Cymryd rhan mewn gludwaith o’r byd 

• Cystadleuaeth y frawddeg fwyaf doniol 

• Adeiladu Robot mawr o hen bethau 

• Creu draenog gan ddefnyddio dail yr hydref gydag 

Iaith a Chwarae 

a llawer rhagor... 

Gweithdai Undydd 

I gael rhagor o fanylion, ffoniwch 

01443 743 694 

Cost: YN RHAD AC AM DDIM – 

does dim rhaid cadw lle ymlaen llaw 


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34Short Courses at Rhondda Heritage Park 


Short Talks at Rhondda Heritage Park 

 

Rhondda Heritage Park, Lewis Merthyr Colliery, Coed Cae Road, Trehafod, 

RCT, CF37 2NP (Places are free of charge however, visitors will need to reserve 

their place in advance by telephoning the booking line - you will then receive a 

letter of confirmation and the 2 for 1 lunch voucher.) 

6th October 2-4pm Afternoon Talk 2-4pm Glimpses of 20th Century America 

presented by Gareth Gill, RCT Museums Education Officer 

20th October 2-4pm True-Life Story: Come and share Helen Charles’ remarkable 

tale of being the youngest survivor of the ill-fated Laconia. Torpedoed and sunk by 

a German U-boat in 1942. Many of the survivors owe their life to Commander 

Werner Hartenstein who defied orders of the Nazi High Command by surfacing 

and saving 400 stricken people. Soon to be televised by the BBC is a two-part 

drama ‘The Sinking of the Laconia’ from the acclaimed writer Alan Bleasdale. 

For a taste of what to expect visit 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/arts/yourvideo/media/pages/helen_charles_01.shtml 

November Tonypandy Riots: Commemorating The 100th Anniversary: 2010 

marks the centenary of one of the most significant industrial upheavals in Welsh 

history. Rhondda Cynon Taf Council and its Community Partners are planning a 

series of activities to commemorate this. Learn more about the history of the 

Tonypandy Riots and keep up to date with events for 2010 at 

www.tonypandy2010.com 

2 for 1 lunch offer 

Call: 01443 682036 

email: www.rhonddaheritagepark.com 

www.facebook.com/rhonddaheritagepark 

Offer available on the day when booking a place on any of the above. 

For 2011 Dates for your diary 

JANUARY: Saturday 13th January Welsh-Medium Activities at Gartholwg 

LifeLong Learning Centre 

MARCH: A variety of taster workshops to try out new activities in 

preparation for the Summer Term. 

MAY: Adult Learners Festival Week . An international celebration of 

learning in your community. 

Gwanwyn Festival – celebrating creativity in older age. 

Register your interest now to receive more information by calling 

01443 741332 



Sgyrsiau byr ym Mharc Treftadaeth Cwm Rhondda 

 

Parc Treftadaeth Cwm Rhondda, Glofa Lewis Merthyr, Coed Cae Road, Trehafod, 

RhCT, CF37 2NP (lleoedd yn rhad ac am ddim, fodd bynnag, mae gofyn bod 

ymwelwyr yn cadw lle ymlaen llaw trwy ffonio’r wifren cadw lle – yn dilyn 

hynny, byddwch chi’n derbyn llythyr sy’n cadarnhau cadw lle a thaleb 2 bryd o fwyd 

am bris 1.) 

6ed Hydref 2-4pm Sgwrs Prynhawn Cipolwg ar America’r 20fed ganrif yng nghwmni 

Gareth Gill, Swyddog Addysg Gwasanaeth Amgueddfeydd Rhondda Cynon Taf 

20fed Hydref 2-4pm Hanes Bywyd Go Iawn: Dewch i rannu hanes hynod Helen 

Charles, goroeswraig ieuengaf Laconia enbyd. Yn destun torpidos a boddi gan long 

danfor o’r Almaen ym 1942, mae nifer fawr o’r bobl hynny a oroesodd yn ddyledus am 

fywyd i’r Cadlywydd Werner Hartenstein a heriodd gorchmynion cadlywyddiaeth Natsi 

trwy ddod i’r wyneb ac achub 400 o bobl. Mae’r hanes i’w ddangos mewn rhaglen 

deledu dwy ran ar BBC 2 ‘The sinking of the Laconia’ gan Alan Bleasdale, ysgrifennwr 

uchel ei fri. I gael blas ar hyn sydd i’w ddisgwyl, galwch heibio i 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/arts/yourvideo/media/pages/helen_charles_01.shtml 

Tachwedd: Terfysgoedd Tonypandy: Dathlu Canmlwyddiant: Mae 2010 yn nodi 

canmlwyddiant un o uchafbwyntiau cyfnod mwyaf arwyddocaol gwrthdaro 

diwydiannol yn hanes Cymru. Mae Cyngor Rhondda Cynon Taf a'i bartneriaid yn y 

gymuned yn trefnu cyfres o weithgareddau i nodi'r achlysur. Dewch i ddysgu rhagor 

am hanes Terfysgoedd Tonypandy a chael y newyddion diweddaraf am achlysuron 

2010, trwy alw heibio i www.tonypandy2010.com 

Cinio 2 bryd o fwyd am bris 1 

Ffoniwch: 01443 682036 

ebost: www.rhonddaheritagepark.com 

www.facebook.com/rhonddaheritagepark 

Cynnig arbennig ar gael ar y diwrnod o gadw lle ar gyfer unrhyw un o’r achlysuron uchod. 

Dyddiadau 2011 i’w nodi yn eich dyddiadur 

IONAWR: Dydd Sadwrn 13eg Ionawr - Gweithgareddau cyfrwng Cymraeg yng 

Nghanolfan Dysgu Gydol Oes Gartholwg 

MAWRTH: Cyfres o weithdai blasu i roi cynnig ar weithgareddau newydd yn 

barod ar gyfer Tymor yr Haf. 

MAI: Wythnos Gŵyl Addysg i Oedolion. Dathliadau rhyngwladol sy’n 

dathlu addysg yn eich cymuned 

Gŵyl y Gwanwyn – dathlu doniau creadigol pobl hŷn 

I dderbyn rhagor o fanylion, mynegwch eich diddordeb nawr, ffoniwch 

01443 741332 


Sgyrsiau byr ym Mharc Treftadaeth Cwm Rhondda 

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36Partnership Working 


Partnership working 

At Adult Education Rhondda Cynon Taf, we strive to work in partnership with 

individuals, local communities and organisations. 

We appreciate that by engaging and actively listening to the learners’ voice, we 

can further improve our service and plan our future programme to meet the 

needs of local communities. If you are interested in joining forces with other 

service users to establish a learners’ forum please contact us. 

Working in partnership with other organisations ensures that the services we all 

provide are planned and delivered with the needs of the individual and the wider 

community at its core. Together we can offer a progression route in which you, 

the learner, may continue to expand your skills and knowledge and move forward 

on your very own lifelong learning journey. 

workers’ educational association south wales 

cymdeithas addysg y gweithwyr de cymru 

CYMRAEG I OEDOLION 

WELSH FOR ADULTS 

Canolfan Morgannwg 

Glamorgan Centre 

promoting adult learning 

The Lifelong Learning Centre Gartholwg Community Campus 

St. Illtyd's Road, Church Village, Pontypridd CF38 1RQ 

Telephone: 01443 219589 | Fax: 01443 219592 

E-mail: llcreception@campwsgartholwg.org.uk 

6 Melin Corrwg, Cardiff Road, Upper Boat, Pontypridd CF37 5BE 

Telephone: 01443 846200 | info@interlinkrct.org.uk 

Open: Monday - Thursday 9.00am - 5.00pm | Friday 9.00am - 4.30pm 

Services for Young People - This newly created Council service aims to 

respond directly to the needs of young people aged 11 - 25 years old. 

Telephone: 01443 744104 | Website: www.Wicid.tv 

Rhondda Campus: 01443-663256 | Aberdare Campus: 01685 887500 

Pontypridd Campus: 01443 662800 | Nantgarw Campus: 01443 663379 

l.harris@morgannwg.ac.uk | j.macgregor@morgannwg.ac.uk 

WEA Valleys Office, 8/9 Perrot Street, Treharris, Merthyr Tydfil CF46 5ET 

Telephone: 01443 411960 | Email: l.saunders@swales.wea.org.uk 

Telephone: 01443 744198 | Email: commfirstenquiries@rctcbc.gov.uk 

Canolfan Cymraeg i Oedolion Morgannwg/Glamorgan Welsh for Adults 

Centre, Prifysgol Morgannwg, Trefforest, Pontypridd, CF37 1DL. 

Telephone: 01443 483600 | www.glam.ac.uk/welsh welsh@glam.ac.uk 

University of Glamorgan, Llantwit Road, Treforest, Pontypridd, CF37 1DL 

Telephone: 0800 716 925 | www.glam.ac.uk 

NIACE Dysgu Cymru. 3rd Floor, 33-35 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, CF11 9HB, 

Telephone: 0292 037 0900 | Fax: 0292 037 0909 

Email: enquiries@niacedc.org.uk 



Gweithio ar y cyd 

Nod Gwasanaeth Addysg i Oedolion Rhondda Cynon Taf yw gweithio ar y cyd ag 

unigolion, cymunedau a sefydliadau lleol. 

Trwy ddod â dysgwyr yn rhan o bethau a gwrando ar yr hyn sy gyda nhw i’w 

ddweud, sylweddolwn fod modd i ni wella’n gwasanaethau a chynllunio 

gwasanaethau ar gyfer y dyfodol i ddiwallu anghenion ein cymunedau lleol yn 

well. Os oes diddordeb gyda chi i weithio ar y cyd â defnyddwyr eraill y 

gwasanaeth a sefydlu cylch trafod i ddysgwyr, cysylltwch â ni. 

Mae gweithio ar y cyd â sefydliadau eraill yn gofalu bod y gwasanaethau hynny 

rydyn ni’n eu darparu wedi’u cynllunio a’u cynnal mewn ffordd sy’n diwallu 

anghenion y gymuned ehangach sydd wrth wraidd y gwaith. Gyda’n gilydd, mae 

modd i ni gynnig llwybrau dilyniant yn gyfle i’ch galluogi chi i feithrin medrau 

newydd ac ehangu’ch gwybodaeth ac i symud ymlaen ar lwybr dysgu gydol oes 

eich hun. 

workers’ educational association south wales 

cymdeithas addysg y gweithwyr de cymru 

Canolfan Dysgu Gydol Oes Gartholwg 

Campws Cymuned Canolfan Dysgu Gydol Oes Gartholwg 

St.Illtyd’s Road, Pentre’r Eglwys, Pontypridd CF38 1RQ 

Ffôn: 01443 219589 | Ffacs: 01443 219592 

Ebost: llcreception@campwsgartholwg.org.uk 

6 Melin Corrwg, Cardiff Road, Glan-bâd, Pontypridd CF37 5BE 

Ffôn: 01443 846200 | info@interlinkrct.org.uk 

Ar agor: dydd Llun i ddydd Iau 9.00am – 5.00pm | dydd Gwener 

9.00am – 4.30pm 

Gwasanaethau i Bobl Ifainc - Nod y gwasanaeth newydd yma 

mae’r Cyngor newydd ei greu ydy ymateb yn uniongyrchol i 

anghenion pobl ifainc rhwng 11 a 25 oed. 

Ffôn: 01443 744104 | Gwefan: www.Wicid.tv 

Campws Cwm Rhondda: 01443-663256 | Campws Aberdâr: 01685 887500 

Campws Pontypridd 01443 662800 | Campws Nantgarw: 01443 663379 

l.harris@morgannwg.ac.uk | j.macgregor@morgannwg.ac.uk 

Swyddfa Cymdeithas Addysg y Gweithwyr, 8/9 Perrot Street, 

Treharris, Merthyr Tudful CF46 5ET 

Ffôn: 01443 411960 | ebost: l.saunders@swales.wea.org.uk 

Gweithio ar y cyd 

Ffôn: 01443 744198 | ebost: commfirstenquiries@rctcbc.gov.uk 

CYMRAEG I OEDOLION 

WELSH FOR ADULTS 

Canolfan Morgannwg 

Glamorgan Centre 

Canolfan Cymraeg i Oedolion Morgannwg, Prifysgol Morgannwg, 

Trefforest, Pontypridd, CF37 1DL. Ffôn: 01443 483600 | 

www.glam.ac.uk/welsh | welsh@glam.ac.uk 

Prifysgol Morgannwg, Llantwit Road, Trefforest, Pontypridd, CF37 1DL 

Ffôn: 0800 716 925 | www.glam.ac.uk 


NIACE Dysgu Cymru, 3ydd Llawr, 33-35 Cathedral Road, Caerdydd, CF11 9HB 

Ffôn: 0292 037 0900 | Ffacs: 0292 037 0909 

Ebost: enquiries@niacedc.org.uk 


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38Bridges into Work 

Building your Confidence, 

Motivation, Skills and Employability 

FREE LEARNING ACTIVITIES available across Rhondda Cynon Taf 

The Bridges into Work project is a European funded project. The aim of the 

project is to support local people to gain the skills and confidence to help them 

increase their employability skills. 

The project is open to individuals who live in the Rhondda Cynon Taff (RCT) 

county borough and who are not in full time education, who are not working or 

work less than 16 hours a week. The project can offer you support, guidance and 

training to assist you back into employment. 

Please refer to the list of courses that can be offered by the Bridges into Work 

project. Please note there are no dates set for these courses like the other 

courses in this brochure. This is because the courses are provided by the demand 

for them, so all courses are provided especially for the group of learners. This is 

what makes the courses unique and tailor-made to your needs. 

You will be assigned a case manager who will personally guide you through your 

learning journey. All the courses are ‘free’ and the learning is accredited. 

For further information on the courses available with the 

‘Bridges into Work’ project, please contact: 

Tel: 01443 743962 

bridgesintowork@rhondda-cynon-taf.gov.uk • www.bridgesintowork.co.uk 

Or call into the office to find out more in person: 

Abercynon CEC, Ynysmeurig Road, Abercynon, Mountain Ash, CF45 4SU 


ESF 






Gwella’ch hyder, cymhelliad, 

sgiliau a’ch cyflogadwyedd chi 

GWEITHGAREDDAU DYSGU AM DDIM ar gael ledled 

Rhondda Cynon Taf 

Mae Pontydd i Waith yn brosiect sy’n cael ei ariannu gan Ewrop. Amcan y 

prosiect yw rhoi cymorth i bobl leol ddatblygu sgiliau a hyder a fydd yn eu helpu 

nhw i symud tuag at gyflogaeth. 

Os ydych chi’n byw yn Rhondda Cynon Taf a dydych chi ddim yn cael addysg 

amser llawn nac yn gweithio neu’n gweithio llai na 16 awr yr wythnos, mae’r 

prosiect yma i’ch helpu chi. Gall gynnig cymorth, arweiniad a hyfforddiant yn 

gymorth i chi i ddod o hyd i swydd. 

Mae rhestr o gyrsiau ar gael yn rhan o gynllun Pontydd i Waith. Noder, yn 

wahanol i gyrsiau eraill sy wedi’u cynnwys yn y llyfryn yma, does dim dyddiadau 

wedi’u pennu ar gyfer y cyrsiau yma. Mae darparu’r cyrsiau yma yn ôl y galw. 

Golyga hyn fod darparu cyrsiau’n arbennig ar gyfer cylch o ddysgwyr. Dyma’r hyn 

sy’n gwneud ein cyrsiau ni yn unigryw ac i ddiwallu’ch anghenion. 

Bydd enwi rheolwr achos a fydd yn rhoi cymorth ichi drwy gydol eich llwybr 

dysgu. Mae’r cyrsiau i gyd yn rhad ac am ddim ac wedi’u hachredu. 

I gael rhagor o fanylion am y cyrsiau sydd ar gael gyda phrosiect ‘Pontydd i 

Waith’, cysylltwch â: 

Ffôn: 01443 743962 

bridgesintowork@rhondda-cynon-taf.gov.uk • www.bridgesintowork.co.uk 

Fel arall, galwch heibio i’r swyddfa i gael gwybod rhagor: Canolfan Addysg 

Abercynon, Ynysmeurig Road, Abercynon, Aberpennar, CF45 4SU 

ESF 




European Social Fund 

Pontydd i Waith 


39


40Bridges into Work 

Basic Skills/Medrau Sylfaenol 

Numeracy and Literacy OCN Entry to Level 1 

General Education/Addysg Gyffredinol 

British Sign Language OCN Level 1 

Sign Language 


OCN Entry 

Building a Personal Career Portfolio OCN Level 1 

Building- Blocks to Confidence OCN Level 1 

Building on Success OCN Level 2 

Business & Workplace Skills Part 1 OCN Level 1 

Business & Workplace Skills Part 2 OCN Level 1 

Communication: Speaking & Listening OCN Level 1 

Customer Care OCN Entry & Level 1 

Group & Team Work OCN Level 1 

Improve Assertiveness & Decision Making OCN Level 1 

Taking Opportunities 

OCN Entry 

Office Wise Part 1 & 2 OCN Entry & Level 1 

Money & Organisations 

OCN Entry 

Catering/Arlwyo 

Food Hygiene CIEH Level 2 

Food Preparation 

Food Service Skills 

OCN Entry 

OCN Entry 

Hospitality & Catering City & Guilds & Food Hygiene Level 2 

Introduction to Cookery OCN Level 1 

Introduction to maintaining and handling Knives OCN Entry 

IT/TG 

Introduction to spreadsheets 

Introduction to the Internet & email 

Presentation Skills 

Using Desk Top Publishing 

Word Processing 

OCN Entry 

OCN Entry 

OCN Entry 

OCN Entry 

OCN Entry 

CLAIT (Computer Literacy And Information Technology) ‘New’ & ‘Plus’ Levels 

Care/Gofal 

Volunteering & Community Participation OCN Level 1 

Working with primary school children OCN Entry & Level 1 

Role of a support worker OCN Level 2 

Help a Child learn through Play OCN Level 1

gwneud gwahaniaeth 

make a difference 

rsvp 

skillsswap 

project 

Are you over 50 Have spare time 

Would you like to share and swap skills 

with young people 

Contact: Equality, Diversity & Social Justice Team 

Tel: 01443 424182 | Email:equality@rctcbc.gov.uk 

cynllun 

Ydych chi dros 50 oed Amser ar eich dwylo 

Hoffech chi rannu a thrwco’ch sgiliau gyda 

phobl ifainc 

Dolen gyswllt: Carfan Cydraddoldeb, Amrywioldeb 

a Chyfiawnder Cymdeithasol 

trwcosgiliau 

Ffôn: 01443 424182 | Ebost:equality@rctcbc.gov.uk 

Interested in gaining qualifications 

in Youth Work 

Rhondda Cynon Taff Services for Young People in 

partnership with Glyndwr University and the YMCA 

Community College is able to offer a progression 

route to becoming qualified in Youth Work. 

We offer: 

• Level 2 and 3 Award in Youth Work 

• Level 4 Higher Education Certificate in Youth Work 

If you would like further information regarding 

qualifications/courses and careers in youth work 

contact: 

Angela Davies, Youth Work Training Manager, 

Ty Trevithick, Abercynon 

CF45 4UQ Tel: 01443 744000 

Diddordeb mewn ennill cymwysterau 

ym maes Gwaith Ieuenctid 

Mae Gwasanaethau i Bobl Ifainc ar y cyd â 

Phrifysgol Glyndwr a Choleg Cymuned YMCA yn 

gallu cynnig llwybr dilyniant i ddod yn gymwys ym 

maes Gwaith Ieuenctid. 

Rydyn ni’n cynnig: 

• Gwobr Safon 2 a 3 mewn Gwaith Ieuenctid 

• Lefel 4 Tystysgrif Addysg Uwch mewn Gwaith Ieuenctid 

Os hoffech chi ragor o wybodaeth ynglŷn â 

chymwysterau/cyrsiau ym maes gwaith ieuenctid, 

cysylltwch â: 

Angela Davies, Rheolwr Hyfforddiant Gwaith Ieuenctid, 

Tŷ Trevithick, Abercynon CF45 4UQ 

Ffôn: 01443 744000

42Recognising your Achievements 


Recognising your Achievements 

If you would like to learn a new skill in a 

relaxed and friendly atmosphere and gain 

recognition for it then Adult Education 

offers accreditation for informal learning in 

a range of community settings. 

Agored Cymru (formely OCN) is an awarding organisation specialising in meeting 

the needs of learners in Wales. Adult Education offers accredited courses that 

support progression and employability. 

We offer the opportunity for students to accumulate credits for many of our 

classes. No exams are required, just continuous assessments of your new skills, 

which you will gain by attending regularly and enjoying the learning experience. 

We offer flexible, customised learning programmes recognised; from Entry Level 

to Level 3. 

The majority of Adult Education programmes are accredited and are made up of 

units. Each unit has learning outcomes and assessment criteria that show what 

you will know, understand or be able to do when you have completed your 

learning. 

Why is credit important 

• It could help you and other people such as potential employers, colleges and 

universities to understand the type of learning you have completed and what 

it is worth. 

• Gaining credit for your learning can raise your confidence and motivate you 

to continue your achievements. 

• Your learning is divided up into small units and therefore you can build up 

credits when doing a specific course, programme of study, practical learning 

or training. 

• A credit-based system can help you to follow a particular training or study 

path. 

• Credits can be taken from one place to another. 

Successful students will receive a certificate on completion of the course. 


Cydnabod eich cyraeddiadau 

Addysg Cymunedol Gymuned i Oedolion 

Hoffech chi ddysgu medr newydd mewn 

awyrgylch anffurfiol a chyfeillgar Hoffech 

chi ennill cydnabyddiaeth am eich gwaith 

ar yr un pryd Mae Gwasanaeth Addysg i 

Oedolion yn achredu cyrsiau dysgu 

anffurfiol mewn sawl canolfan yn y gymuned. 

Mae Agored Cymru (RhCA gynt) yn gorff dyfarnu ac sy’n arbenigo mewn diwallu 

anghenion dysgwyr yng Nghymru. Mae Addysg i Oedolion yn cynnig cyrsiau 

achrededig yn gefn i faterion dilyniant a chyflogadwyedd. 

Rydyn ni’n cynnig cyfleoedd i fyfyrwyr i gasglu credydau ar gyfer nifer o’n 

dosbarthiadau. Does dim gofyn sefyll arholiad. Bydd gwaith asesu parhaol o’ch 

medrau newydd yn dilyn mynychu dosbarthiadau’n rheolaidd a mwynhau’r 

profiad dysgu. 

Rydyn ni’n cynnig rhaglenni dysgu hyblyg sy wedi’u teilwra’n arbennig, ac sy’n 

amrywio o lefel Mynediad i lefel 3. 

Mae’r rhan o fwyaf o raglenni Addysg i Oedolion wedi’u hachredu ac yn cynnwys 

nifer o unedau. Mae deilliannau dysgu a meini prawf ar gyfer asesu yn perthyn i’r 

unedau i gyd. Mae hyn yn dangos yr hyn fyddwch chi’n ei wybod, deall neu’n 

gallu’i wneud ar ddiwedd y cwrs. 

Pam mae credyd yn bwysig 

• Gall fod o gymorth i chi a phobl eraill megis cyflogwyr, colegau a 

phrifysgolion dichonol i ddeall y math o ddysgu rydych chi wedi dod i ben ag 

e a beth yw ei werth. 

• Mae ennill credyd ar gyfer dysgu yn gallu magu’ch hyder a rhoi ysgogiad i chi i 

ddal ati gyda’ch cyraeddiadau. 

• Mae’ch dysgu’n cael ei rannu yn unedau bychain, ac felly, mae modd i chi 

adeiladu credydau o ddilyn cwrs, rhaglen, dysgu ymarferol neu hyfforddiant 

penodol. 

• Gall system sy’n seiliedig ar gredydau fod o gymorth i chi ddilyn hyfforddiant 

neu lwybr astudio penodol. 

• Mae modd cludo credydau o un man i fan arall. 

Bydd myfyrwyr llwyddiannus yn derbyn tystysgrif ar ddiwedd y cwrs. 

Cydnabod eich Cyraeddiadau Croeso 


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44Non accredited learning 


Non accredited learning 

Recognising and Recording Progress 

and Achievements 

Although some of the courses we offer have a leisure focus, we should always 

be clear that learning is at the heart of the activity. To ensure we are meeting 

the needs of the individuals and groups, Adult Education follows RARPA 

principles. 

RARPA is an approach used for quality improvement, to increase recognition of 

learner achievement and record the distance travelled. The RARPA approach is a 

flexible learner-centred approach which enables learners to take charge of their 

learning. 

Learners will need to establish a starting point, set learning goals with assistance 

from the tutor and review overall progress and achievements. 

“ ” 

Thoroughly enjoyed the whole course as always. 

Wedi mwynhau’r cwrs mas draw, yn ôl yr arfer. 

Patricia - Card Craft Level 2./Gweithio Cardiau Lefel 2. 

Week 

Learners Adult 


Don't 

miss Adult Learners' 

Week (the UK's largest 

celebration of adult learning) which 

takes place between 14-21 May 2011. 

Want to try something new Have a go at 

some free taster courses 

Contact the Learning and Careers Advice line 

free on 0800 100 900 for further details or 

visit www.careerswales.com 

for your local county 

'What's on Guide" 


14 th 

May 2011 

- 21 st


Dysgu sydd heb ei achredu 

Cydnabod a chadw cofnod o’ch cyraeddiadau 

a’ch campau 

Serch bod rhai o’r cyrsiau rydyn ni’n eu cynnig yn canolbwyntio ar 

weithgareddau hamdden, mae gofyn i ni i fod yn glir bod dysgu wrth wraidd y 

gweithgaredd. I ddibenion gofalu ein bod ni’n diwallu anghenion unigolion a 

chylchoedd o bobl, mae Gwasanaeth Addysg i Oedolion yn dilyn egwyddorion 

RARPA. 

Mae cymhwyso RARPA i ddibenion gwella safonau, gwella trefnau cydnabod 

campau dysgwyr a chadw cofnod o gynnydd. Mae dull RARPA o fynd ati yn un 

hyblyg sy’n canolbwyntio ar y dysgwr, ac sy’n galluogi dysgwyr i gymryd 

cyfrifoldeb dros ddysgu’u hunain. 

Bydd gofyn i ddysgwyr i bennu man dechrau, gosod targedau gyda chymorth y 

tiwtor ac olrhain cynnydd a champau. 

“ ” 

Glad I enrolled, learned a lot. 

Falch iawn i mi ymrestru ar y cwrs, wedi dysgu llawer. 

Kathy - Family History Level 1/Hanes Teulu Lefel 1. 

Cofiwch 

am Wythnos Addysg i 

Oedolion (dathliad mwyaf 

Prydain o addysg i oedolion) fydd yn 

cael ei gynnal rhwng 14 a 21 Mai 2011. Am 

droi eich llaw at rywbeth newydd Neu roi 

Oedolion 

i Addysg Wythnos 


tro ar gwrs blasu am ddim Ffoniwch wifren 

Cyngor am Addysg a Gyrfaoedd am ddim ar 

0800 100 900 am ragor o wybodaeth, neu 

ewch i www.careerswales.com i weld 

beth sy’n digwydd yn eich ardal 

leol chi. 

14 eg 

Mai 2011 

- 21 ain 

Dysgu sydd heb ei achredu 


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46Charges 


Charges 

The cost of your learning will depend whether you chose an Accredited or Non- 

Accredited course. See below for more details. 

Accredited Courses 

These offer a way to gain a formal recognition for the hard work you’ve put in. 

Accredited courses enable us to offer courses at a reduced rate. Use this table if 

your course is marked A, B, C or D. 

Registration Fee 

All learners will be charged a £10 registration fee for each course they attend. 

Course Fee* 

In addition to the registration fee of £10:00 there is an additional charge of £1.40 

an hour for course fees. 

*You may qualify for reduced fees 

The following categories qualify for exemption to the fees and will only need to 

pay the £10 course registration fee. 

• JSA/Income Support, Aged over 60 or Under 19, Incapacity Benefit, full-time 

student, Severe Disablement 

Code 

Number of 

Weeks 

Number of 

Hours 

Registration 

Fee 

Course fees 

@ £1.40 per 

hour 

Total charge if 

NOT eligible for 

reduced fees 

Accredited Courses 

A 10 20 £10:00 28.00 £38.00 

B 15 30 £10:00 £42:00 £52.00 

C 23 46 £10:00 £64.40 £74.40 

D 30 60 £10:00 £84.00 £94.00 

“ ” 

Lessons are fun, enjoyable and varied. 

Gwersi llawn hwyl ac amrywiol. 

Jayne – French Introduction/Cyflwyniad i Ffrangeg 

“ ” 

Very pleasing course, I have definitely gained from it. 

Cwrs da iawn, rydw i wedi cael budd ohono. 

Patricia Ann – German for Beginners /Almaeneg i Ddechreuwyr 



Non Accredited Courses: 

Charged at £2.50 per hour. The full costs of the course must be paid before the 

classes commence. This fee applies to all learners. 

Code Number of Weeks Number of Hours Course fees 

Non Accredited Courses 

E 5 10 £25.00 

F 5 10 £30 :00 

Please return your full payment with the booking form on page 50. 

Charges 

NB extra charges may apply for materials, models and photocopying. 

Step by Step Guide to joining a course 

Step 1. Make a choice of course(s) from the list offered. 

Step 2. Contact our Abercynon CEC if you have any special requirements or 

access needs. 

Step 3. Fill in the booking form on page 50 

Step 4. Enclose the correct payment (see tables). Make cheques payable to 

Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council (or RCTCBC) 

Step 5. Send/Bring both your booking form and correct payment to: 

Abercynon Continuing Education Centre 

Ynysmeurig Rd, Abercynon, CF45 4SU 

01443 741332 

open between 9am-5pm 

Step 6. ENROL NOW! Don’t leave it too late 

many of our classes fill up quickly. 

Accessibility: 

We aim to make our courses accessible to all. Every effort will be made to make 

reasonable adjustments where necessary to enable you to access the course of your 

choice. Please tell us how we can help either by indicating any special requirements 

or access needs on the booking form. Alternatively, contact the centre directly. 

* RCTCBC reserve the right to alter details within this programme. 


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48Costau 


Costau 

Bydd costau eich llwybrau dysgu yn dibynnu ar b’un ai eich bod chi wedi dewis 

cwrs achrededig neu gwrs sydd heb ei achredu. Gweler isod am ragor o fanylion 

Cyrsiau Achrededig 

Dyma ffordd o ennill cydnabyddiaeth ffurfiol am eich gwaith caled. 

Mae cyrsiau achrededig yn ein galluogi ni i gynnig cyrsiau am bris gostyngol. 

Defnyddiwch y tabl yma os ydy eich cwrs wedi’i nodi A, B, C neu D. 

Ffi Cofrestru 

Bydd gofyn i ddysgwyr i dalu ffi cofrestru o £10 ar gyfer pob cwrs maen 

nhw’n ei fynychu, 

Ffi’r Cwrs* 

Yn ogystal â ffi cofrestru o £10.00, bydd tâl ychwanegol o £1.40 yr awr 

*Efallai eich bod chi’n gymwys i hawlio gostyngiad 

Mae’r dosbarth canlynol yn golygu fod dim rhaid ichi dalu ffïoedd, ar 

wahân i’r ffi cofrestru o £10. 

• Lwfans Ceisio Gwaith/Cymhorthdal Incwm, pobl dros 60 oed neu’r sawl sy dan 

19 oed, Budd-dâl Analluogrwydd, Myfyriwr Amser Llawn, Anabledd Difrifol 

Côd 

Nifer yr 

wythnosau 

Nifer yr 

oriau 

Ffi 

cofrestru 


Ffi cyrsiau 

yn ôl £1.40 

yr awr 

Cyfanswm os 

dydych chi ddim yn 

gymwys i hawlio 

gostyngiad 

Cyrsiau Achrededig 

A 10 20 £10:00 28.00 £38.00 

B 15 30 £10:00 £42:00 £52.00 

C 23 46 £10:00 £64.40 £74.40 

D 30 60 £10:00 £84.00 £94.00 

“ ” 

A well-structured course and an excellent tutor. 

Cwrs strwythuredig iawn a chyda thiwtor ardderchog 

Dennis - Spanish Intro Part 2: /Cyflwyniad i Sbaeneg rhan 2


Cyrsiau sydd heb eu hachredu: 

Bydd codi tâl yn ôl £2.50 awr. Mae gofyn talu’r costau llawn ymlaen llaw a chyn 

dechrau’r cwrs. Mae’r ffi yma yn gymwys yn achos y dysgwyr i gyd. 

Côd 

Nifer yr 

wythnosau 

Nifer yr oriau 

Ffi cyrsiau 

Cyrsiau sydd heb eu hachredu 

E 5 10 £25.00 

F 5 10 £30 :00 

Fyddech gystal â chynnwys tâl llawn ynghyd â’ch ffurflen cadw lle sydd i’w chael 

ar dudalen 50. 

Costau 

DS efallai bydd codi costau ychwanegol ar gyfer deunyddiau, modelau a gwaith 

llungopïo. 

Canllaw cam wrth gam ar gyfer ymrestru ar gwrs 

Cam 1. Dewis cwrs o blith y rhestr 

Cam 2. Os oes gyda chi unrhyw anghenion arbennig neu ofynion o ran mynediad, 

cysylltwch â Chanolfan Addysg Abercynon. 

Cam 3. Llenwi’r ffurflen cadw lle ar dudalen 50 

Cam 4. Cynnwys y taliadau cywir. Gweler y tablau. Tynnwch sieciau yn enw 

Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Rhondda Cynon Taf (neu CBSRhCT) 

Cam 5. Anfonwch/Dewch â’ch ffurflen cadw lle a’ch 

taliad cywir i: 

Canolfan Addysg Abercynon 

Ynysmeurig Rd, Abercynon, CF45 4SU 

01443 741332 

ar agor rhwng 9.00am a 5.00pm 

Cam 6. YMRESTRWCH NAWR! Peidiwch â’i gadael yn rhy hwyr! 

Mae nifer o’n dosbarthiadau ni yn llenwi’n gyflym. 

Hygyrchedd: 

Ein nod ni ydy gofalu bod ein cyrsiau ni yn hygyrch i bawb. Byddwn ni’n gwneud pob 

ymdrech i wneud newidiadau rhesymol lle bo gofyn, i ofalu eich bod chi’n gallu 

mynychu cwrs o’ch dewis. Fyddech gystal â rhoi gwybod i ni sut medrwn ni fod o 

gymorth trwy nodi unrhyw ofynion arbennig neu anghenion hygyrchedd ar y 

ffurflen cadw lle neu gysylltu â’r ganolfan yn uniongyrchol. 

*Rydyn ni’n cadw’r hawl i newid manylion o fewn y rhaglen. 


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Booking form for Adult Education Courses in Rhondda Cynon Taf 

Ffurflen cadw lle ar gyfer Cyrsiau Gwasanaeth Addysg i Oedolion Rhondda Cynon Taf 

Please use BLOCK CAPITAL LETTERS and BLACK ball point pen /Fyddech gystal â defnyddio LLYTHRENNAU BRAS ac INC DU 

Personal Details / Manylion Personol 

Mr / Mrs / Miss / Ms / Other/Arall * 

*Please circle/rhowch gylch 

Surname/Cyfenw:............................................................................ 

Forename/Enw(au) Cyntaf:.......................................................... 

Address / Cyfeiriad: 

................................................................................................................ 

................................................................................................................ 

Post code/Côd y post: .................................................................. 

■ Male/Bachgen 

Do you consider yourself disabled: YES/NO. 

If YES do you have any special requirements’ 

Oes anabledd gyda chi OES/NAC OES. 

Os OES, oes gyda chi unrhyw anghenion arbennig ...................................................................................................................................... 

Course / Cwrs 

■ Female/Merch 

Date of Birth/Dyddiad Geni: ...................................................... 

Venue / Canolfan 

Email/Ebost: ...................................................................................... 

Tel/Rhif Ffôn: .................................................................................... 

Mobile/Ffôn boced:...................................................................... 

Preferred Language of Learning 

Eich dewis iaith ar gyfer dysgu .................................................. 

Day / Time 

Diwrnod / Amser 

Payment 

See page 46-49 - for details 

Costau 

Gweler tudalennau 46-49 am 

ragor o fanylion 

What happens next / Beth sy’n digwydd nesaf 

When the enrolment forms come in with fees, a receipt will be issued and that will confirm your place. 

However, due to the popularity of many of our courses we cannot guarantee you a place. Your payment will 

be returned and your name will be placed on a reserve list. 

Unwaith ein bod ni wedi derbyn eich ffurflen ymrestru a’ch taliadau, byddwn ni’n rhoi derbynneb i gadarnhau 

cadw lle. Fodd bynnag, oherwydd bod nifer o’n cyrsiau ni yn boblogaidd iawn does dim modd gwarantu lle. 

Bydd anfon eich arian yn ôl atoch chi a chadw eich enw ar restr wrth gefn. 

Please return booking form and payment to / Anfonwch eich ffurflen ymrestru a’ch taliad ar gyfer sylw: 

Rhondda Cynon Taf Adult Education Team, Abercynon CEC, Ynysmeurig Road, Mountain Ash, RCT, CF45 4SU 

Gwasanaeth Addysg i Oedolion, Canolfan Addysg Abercynon, Ynysmeurig Road, Aberpennar, RhCT, CF45 4SU 

■ 

Please tick box if you do not wish to receive further information about Adult Education Courses 

50 Ticiwch y blwch yma os dydych chi ddim eisiau derbyn rhagor o fanylion am Gyrsiau Addysg i Oedolion

Do you live in RCT 

Are you over the age of 16 

Are you out of work or 

claiming benefits 

If you need that extra support to access 

training or work, Genesis may be able to help! 

A Genesis Advisor could help you to make 

plans for the future and provide the support 

you need to help you achieve their goals. 

We can offer: 

• Support, advice and guidance 

• Confidence building and personal 

development courses 

• Help to identify suitable training courses 

• Help to identify childcare providers 

• Funding for childcare* 

• Other financial assistance* 

• Help to access volunteering and work 

placement opportunities. 

* where funding is not available from any 

other source. 

To find out more, contact the Genesis Team: 

Tel: (01443) 744254, 

Email: genesis@rctcbc.gov.uk 

Genesis Cymru Wales 2 is an all Wales project, 

funded by the European Social Fund and supported 

by the Welsh Assembly Government and Rhondda 

Cynon Taf County Borough Council. 

Ydych chi’n byw yn RhCT 

Ydych chi dros 16 oed 

Ydych chi’n ddi-waith ac yn 

hawlio budd-daliadau 

Os oes angen cymorth ychwanegol arnoch 

chi i fanteisio ar gyfleoedd hyfforddiant neu 

waith, efallai bydd Genesis o gymorth i chi! 

Gall Ymgynghorydd Cynllun Genesis fod o 

gymorth i chi gynllunio ar gyfer y dyfodol, a 

rhoi’r cymorth sydd ei angen arnoch chi i 

gyrraedd eich nodau. 

Yr hyn fedrwn ni ei gynnig: 

• Cymorth, cyngor ac arweiniad 

• Cyrsiau magu hyder a datblygiad personol 

• Cymorth i ddod o hyd i gyrsiau 

hyfforddi addas 

• Cymorth i bennu darparwyr 

gwasanaethau gofal plant 

• Arian ar gyfer gwasanaethau gofal plant* 

• Mathau eraill o gymorth ariannol* 

• Cymorth i fanteisio ar gyfleoedd 

gwirfoddoli a gwaith 

* lle bo arian ddim ar gael gan unrhyw 

ffynhonnell arall. 

I gael rhagor o fanylion, cysylltwch â 

Charfan Genesis: 

Ffôn: (01443) 744254, 

Ebost: genesis@rctcbc.gov.uk 

Mae Genesis Cymru 2 yn brosiect Cymru gyfan. 

Ariennir gan Gronfa Gymdeithasol Ewrop. Cefnogir gan 

Lywodraeth Cynulliad Cymru a Chyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol 

Rhondda Cynon Taf. 

ESF 







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