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Assert Yourself

This course will help you to understand what being assertive means, and help you become more confident.

You will learn positive communication skills, how to know your rights and be able to assert yourself.

Address:
225 Old Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 7SR
Umbrella org:
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust
Area serviced:
Heywood, Middleton, Rochdale, Bury, Oldham, Stockport, Tameside or Glossop.
Telephone:
0161 716 2666
Charges:
Free
How to apply:
Telephone or visit website
Sector:
Public

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