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Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the typical duration of professional development classes?

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  Professional development classes vary in length depending on the subject matter. Short introductory courses typically run 2-3 hours, such as the Espresso Basics (3 hours) and Latte Art Fundamentals (2 hours). Longer programs include 8-week pottery courses and multi-week floristry training. Some specialized workshops, like the Environmental Education Course, span multiple sessions. Duration is designed to match the complexity of skills being taught.

• What class sizes are typical for professional development courses?

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  Class sizes are generally kept small to ensure quality instruction. The Latte Art Fundamentals course caps at 10 students, while Friday Night Taster Wheel Throwing is limited to 12 participants. Jewellery courses typically have maximum class sizes of 8-9 people. Smaller classes allow instructors to provide adequate one-on-one attention and hands-on time with each participant.

• Do professional development classes require prior experience or prerequisites?

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  Many classes are designed for absolute beginners with no prerequisites, including pottery wheel taster sessions, jewellery introduction courses, and painting for beginners. However, some advanced courses do require foundational knowledge. For example, the Latte Art Fundamentals course requires completion of Espresso Basics or equivalent espresso preparation knowledge. Individual course descriptions specify any prerequisites needed.

• What materials and supplies are typically included in class fees?

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  Most professional development classes include materials as part of the course fee. For example, pottery classes include clay and glazing, jewellery courses provide metals and tools, and barista courses include coffee beans (250g included in Espresso Fundamentals) and course materials. Some classes like the Pet First Aid include digital handbooks with recipes and formulations. It is advisable to check individual course descriptions for specific inclusions.

• Do courses provide certificates upon completion?

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  Several professional development courses provide certificates of completion. The Latte Art Fundamentals course includes a certificate, and the Advanced Barista Mastering Extractions course provides a certificate of completion along with course notes. Some courses, such as Espresso Fundamentals, offer digital certificates of attendance. Certificate availability varies by course, so specific details should be confirmed when enrolling.

• Are there flexible options for professional development learning?

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  Yes, some professional development courses offer blended or flexible delivery formats. The Pet First Aid course uses blended delivery with a pre-learning online theory module (approximately 1 hour) followed by practical hands-on workshops. Additionally, some providers offer both in-person and online class options. The 'Grow your brand with in-person and online classes' Zoom demo provides information about how to access both delivery formats for professional development.