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Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care)
The Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma is a Level 3 qualification that prepares 19+ students who are returning to education or who left school without the qualifications needed to progress to university.
This Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) consists of 60 credits of which 30 credits are in Biology. This allows you to progress on to health related as well as various science related degrees.
This Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) consists of 60 credits of which 30 credits are in Biology. This allows you to progress on to health related as well as various science related degrees.
Accrington & Rossendale College
Sep 2023
£3384.00
20+ Places Remaining
Access to HE Diploma - routes into Social Science
The Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma is a Level 3 qualification that prepares 19+ students who are returning to education or who left school without the qualifications needed to progress to university.
This Access to HE Diploma is ideal for those who want to progress on to a degree or other higher education programmes in a wide variety of subject areas.
This Access to HE Diploma is ideal for those who want to progress on to a degree or other higher education programmes in a wide variety of subject areas.
Accrington & Rossendale College
Sep 2023
£3384.00
9 Places Remaining
Access to HE Diploma - routes into Social Science
The Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma is a Level 3 qualification that prepares 19+ students who are returning to education or who left school without the qualifications needed to progress to university.
This Access to HE Diploma is ideal for those who want to progress on to a degree or other higher education programmes in a wide variety of subject areas.
This Access to HE Diploma is ideal for those who want to progress on to a degree or other higher education programmes in a wide variety of subject areas.
Accrington & Rossendale College
02/09/2024
to
1 Year
to
1 Year
Please enquire
20 Places Remaining
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Business and Law)
The Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma is a Level 3 qualification that prepares 19+ students who are returning to education or who left school without the qualifications needed to progress to university.
The Access to HE Diploma (Business) is ideal for those who want to progress onto a degree or other higher education programme in a wide range of business related subjects and law.
The Access to HE Diploma (Business) is ideal for those who want to progress onto a degree or other higher education programme in a wide range of business related subjects and law.
Nelson and Colne College
MULTIPLE 02/09/2024
09:00 to 16:00
32 weeks
09:00 to 16:00
32 weeks
Please enquire
20 Places Remaining
Art and Media
First Steps in Book Illustration - Share a Story Week
As part of this wonderful Share a Story Week, we are offering you a chance to come and explore some book illustration – no previous experience necessary. Inspired by Charlie Mackesy, famous for The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse, you will explore various illustrating techniques. Including sketching in pen, exploring fingerprint creatures and adding ink/coffee to add tone/texture to images. The Tutor will lead and support you to achieve your goals by the end of the session.
Online
THU 09/05/2024
09:30 to 12:00
1 weeks
09:30 to 12:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Online
THU 23/05/2024
18:00 to 20:30
1 weeks
18:00 to 20:30
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Share a Story Month - What's my Story
For this special month, We are offering you the opportunity to unleash your creative side and develop your own story. You will learn the principles of writing memoir and biography. You will learn how to develop ideas and be given the tools to write a part of your story. You will then have the opportunity to share your story with the group and look at ways for you to continue sharing with loved ones and further.
Online
THU 16/05/2024
09:30 to 12:00
2 weeks
09:30 to 12:00
2 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Business and Professional Services
AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping
This course is designed for learners seeking the skills and knowledge needed to work in the world of business particularly the accountancy sector. It provides learners with the underpinning knowledge that is required by employees to work in a range of different environments which require bookkeeping. You may choose that you want to work for an organisation, or become a self-employed bookkeeper once fully qualified.
The course will cover a wide range of subject areas to give you a great insight into bookkeeping. This will enable you to learn new skills or upskill your current skills and qualities.
You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out bookkeeping techniques such as understanding bookkeeping transactions including income, expenditure, profit and loss. You will also explore the software associated with bookkeeping
Once you have completed your first level qualification and complete further qualifications you can apply for an adult apprentice, or go into employment. There are currently around 30,000 jobs in the North West related to financial accountancy with the average salary averaging £32K once qualified.
Whilst you are qualifying, you could expect to earn around £13 per hour.
The course will cover a wide range of subject areas to give you a great insight into bookkeeping. This will enable you to learn new skills or upskill your current skills and qualities.
You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out bookkeeping techniques such as understanding bookkeeping transactions including income, expenditure, profit and loss. You will also explore the software associated with bookkeeping
Once you have completed your first level qualification and complete further qualifications you can apply for an adult apprentice, or go into employment. There are currently around 30,000 jobs in the North West related to financial accountancy with the average salary averaging £32K once qualified.
Whilst you are qualifying, you could expect to earn around £13 per hour.
Accrington & Rossendale College
TUE 16/04/2024
17:30 to 20:30
12 weeks
17:30 to 20:30
12 weeks
£149.00
20 Places Remaining
Business Administration Level 2
This course is designed for learners seeking the skills and knowledge needed to work in the world of business. It will provide learners with the underpinning knowledge that is required by employees to work in a range of different environments in a business administration role.
The course will cover a wide range of subject areas to give you a great insight into the business sector. This will enable you to learn new skills or upskill your current skills and qualities. You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out administrative tasks such as how to manage information and supporting events as well as know how to apply their knowledge in a variety of industries and job roles.
The course will cover a wide range of subject areas to give you a great insight into the business sector. This will enable you to learn new skills or upskill your current skills and qualities. You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out administrative tasks such as how to manage information and supporting events as well as know how to apply their knowledge in a variety of industries and job roles.
Accrington & Rossendale College
MULTIPLE 18/04/2024
09:30 to 12:30
9 weeks
09:30 to 12:30
9 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Childcare and Education
Construction and Motor Vehicle Engineering
Construction Multiskills
An introduction to the key health and safety elements of the construction industry. and the chance to develop basic skills in a range of trade areas, including:
- Carpentry
- Brick work
- Painting and decorating
- Carpentry
- Brick work
- Painting and decorating
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 27/09/2023
17:30 to 20:30
12 weeks
17:30 to 20:30
12 weeks
£249.00
20+ Places Remaining
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 17/04/2024
17:30 to 20:30
10 weeks
17:30 to 20:30
10 weeks
£249.00
13 Places Remaining
Developing further Carpentry and Joinery Skills
This course will help you further develop your carpentry and joinery skills as well as give you an overview of the construction industry and employment opportunities within it. The vast majority of the programme will be aimed at developing your practical skills and technical knowledge.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 18/01/2023
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£199.00
6 Places Remaining
Developing further Painting & Decorating Skills
This course will help you further develop your decorating skills as well as give you an overview of the construction industry and employment opportunities within it. The vast majority of the programme will be aimed at developing your practical skills and technical knowledge.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 18/01/2023
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£199.00
6 Places Remaining
Health & Safety in Construction Programme (Includes CITB Test and CSCS Card)
This course is aimed at individuals who require a CSCS labouring card to get a job within the Construction Industry but don't currently have the required qualifications.
This course is in preparation for three assessments.
On successful completion of the course you will gain two accredited certificates.
• AIM Awards Suite of Vocational Pathways Qualifications (AIMVOCs) in Construction and Building - Extended Award Level 1
• Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment.
If you also pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test you will then receive a print off which states you passed and your CITB registration number. Once you have passed all tests, we can then apply for your CSCS labouring card.
This course is in preparation for three assessments.
On successful completion of the course you will gain two accredited certificates.
• AIM Awards Suite of Vocational Pathways Qualifications (AIMVOCs) in Construction and Building - Extended Award Level 1
• Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment.
If you also pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test you will then receive a print off which states you passed and your CITB registration number. Once you have passed all tests, we can then apply for your CSCS labouring card.
Waterside Centre Accrington
MULTIPLE 09/04/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
6 Places Remaining
Waterside Centre Accrington
TUE 16/04/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
Few Places Remaining
Waterside Centre Accrington
MULTIPLE 30/04/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
12 Places Remaining
Waterside Centre Accrington
MULTIPLE 11/06/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
12 Places Remaining
Waterside Centre Accrington
MULTIPLE 25/06/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
12 Places Remaining
Waterside Centre Accrington
MULTIPLE 16/07/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
12 Places Remaining
Introduction to Bricklaying
You will gain an introduction to key elements of the trade including hand skills, use and care of tools, working safely and making basic structures. You will then be able to apply this to your own projects.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 05/10/2022
17:30 to 21:00
8 weeks
17:30 to 21:00
8 weeks
£295.00
20+ Places Remaining
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 18/01/2023
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£199.00
12 Places Remaining
Introduction to Joinery Skills
You will gain an introduction to key elements of the trade including hand skills, use and care of tools, working safely and making basic structures. You will then be able to apply this to your own projects.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 05/10/2022
17:30 to 21:00
8 weeks
17:30 to 21:00
8 weeks
£295.00
16 Places Remaining
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 18/01/2023
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£199.00
12 Places Remaining
Introduction to Painting and Decorating
You will gain an introduction to key elements of the trade including hand skills, use and care of tools, working safely and various decorating techniques. You will then be able to apply this to your own projects.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 18/01/2023
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£199.00
12 Places Remaining
Introduction to Plastering
You will gain an introduction to key elements of the trade including hand skills, use and care of tools, working safely and develop beginner plastering skills. You will then be able to apply this to your own projects.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 17/01/2024
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£249.00
13 Places Remaining
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 17/04/2024
17:30 to 20:30
10 weeks
17:30 to 20:30
10 weeks
£249.00
14 Places Remaining
Education and Childhood Studies
English and Maths
AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping
This course is designed for learners seeking the skills and knowledge needed to work in the world of business particularly the accountancy sector. It provides learners with the underpinning knowledge that is required by employees to work in a range of different environments which require bookkeeping. You may choose that you want to work for an organisation, or become a self-employed bookkeeper once fully qualified.
The course will cover a wide range of subject areas to give you a great insight into bookkeeping. This will enable you to learn new skills or upskill your current skills and qualities.
You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out bookkeeping techniques such as understanding bookkeeping transactions including income, expenditure, profit and loss. You will also explore the software associated with bookkeeping
Once you have completed your first level qualification and complete further qualifications you can apply for an adult apprentice, or go into employment. There are currently around 30,000 jobs in the North West related to financial accountancy with the average salary averaging £32K once qualified.
Whilst you are qualifying, you could expect to earn around £13 per hour.
The course will cover a wide range of subject areas to give you a great insight into bookkeeping. This will enable you to learn new skills or upskill your current skills and qualities.
You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out bookkeeping techniques such as understanding bookkeeping transactions including income, expenditure, profit and loss. You will also explore the software associated with bookkeeping
Once you have completed your first level qualification and complete further qualifications you can apply for an adult apprentice, or go into employment. There are currently around 30,000 jobs in the North West related to financial accountancy with the average salary averaging £32K once qualified.
Whilst you are qualifying, you could expect to earn around £13 per hour.
Accrington & Rossendale College
TUE 16/04/2024
17:30 to 20:30
12 weeks
17:30 to 20:30
12 weeks
£149.00
20 Places Remaining
Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care)
The Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma is a Level 3 qualification that prepares 19+ students who are returning to education or who left school without the qualifications needed to progress to university.
This Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) consists of 60 credits of which 30 credits are in Biology. This allows you to progress on to health related as well as various science related degrees.
This Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) consists of 60 credits of which 30 credits are in Biology. This allows you to progress on to health related as well as various science related degrees.
Accrington & Rossendale College
Sep 2023
£3384.00
20+ Places Remaining
Access to HE Diploma - routes into Social Science
The Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma is a Level 3 qualification that prepares 19+ students who are returning to education or who left school without the qualifications needed to progress to university.
This Access to HE Diploma is ideal for those who want to progress on to a degree or other higher education programmes in a wide variety of subject areas.
This Access to HE Diploma is ideal for those who want to progress on to a degree or other higher education programmes in a wide variety of subject areas.
Accrington & Rossendale College
Sep 2023
£3384.00
9 Places Remaining
Access to HE Diploma - routes into Social Science
The Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma is a Level 3 qualification that prepares 19+ students who are returning to education or who left school without the qualifications needed to progress to university.
This Access to HE Diploma is ideal for those who want to progress on to a degree or other higher education programmes in a wide variety of subject areas.
This Access to HE Diploma is ideal for those who want to progress on to a degree or other higher education programmes in a wide variety of subject areas.
Accrington & Rossendale College
02/09/2024
to
1 Year
to
1 Year
Please enquire
20 Places Remaining
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Business and Law)
The Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma is a Level 3 qualification that prepares 19+ students who are returning to education or who left school without the qualifications needed to progress to university.
The Access to HE Diploma (Business) is ideal for those who want to progress onto a degree or other higher education programme in a wide range of business related subjects and law.
The Access to HE Diploma (Business) is ideal for those who want to progress onto a degree or other higher education programme in a wide range of business related subjects and law.
Nelson and Colne College
MULTIPLE 02/09/2024
09:00 to 16:00
32 weeks
09:00 to 16:00
32 weeks
Please enquire
20 Places Remaining
An Introduction to Working in Counselling
The aim of this programme is to introduce learners to the use of counselling skills in everyday life and work, and some of the approaches that underpin the use of these skills.
This 12-week programme designed to introduce you to the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to use counselling skills in everyday life and work, and the approaches that engage in helping to interact appropriately. Developing knowledge around a person-centred approach, safeguarding and the communication skills required in developing a career in a counselling capacity.
This course does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
The programme was designed in collaboration with a range of stakeholders to create an introduction to counselling skills to prepare learners for progression into the level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills. Many of the skills developed during this programme can be used in everyday life in a number of roles, if you are looking to progress intro counselling services as a career, this is a good introduction for progression initially into level 2, level 3 and HE..
This 12-week programme designed to introduce you to the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to use counselling skills in everyday life and work, and the approaches that engage in helping to interact appropriately. Developing knowledge around a person-centred approach, safeguarding and the communication skills required in developing a career in a counselling capacity.
This course does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
The programme was designed in collaboration with a range of stakeholders to create an introduction to counselling skills to prepare learners for progression into the level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills. Many of the skills developed during this programme can be used in everyday life in a number of roles, if you are looking to progress intro counselling services as a career, this is a good introduction for progression initially into level 2, level 3 and HE..
Waterside Centre Accrington
THU 18/04/2024
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
£95.00
16 Places Remaining
An Introduction to Working in Health and Social Care
The aim of this programme is to introduce individuals to both the healthcare and adult social care sector as an option for sustained employment.
The programme is designed to allow the individual to understand what it takes to work in health and social care settings and the many employment options within the sector. As part of the programme, learners will complete short courses in a range of subjects to upskill and increase knowledge in sector-specific topics to improve opportunities for progressing into a number of employment pathways.
The design of the programme was in collaboration with employers and other stakeholders to create a programme that would prepare learners for progression either to a higher level or into sustained employment. As part of the programme, you will have the opportunity to meet a number of organisations with a range of vacancies which we will support you both with placement opportunities and support with preparation in the application and interview process.
As this programme is aimed at progressing individuals into employment within the sector, guaranteed placement opportunities will also be available in a range of healthcare and adult social care environments.
The programme is designed to allow the individual to understand what it takes to work in health and social care settings and the many employment options within the sector. As part of the programme, learners will complete short courses in a range of subjects to upskill and increase knowledge in sector-specific topics to improve opportunities for progressing into a number of employment pathways.
The design of the programme was in collaboration with employers and other stakeholders to create a programme that would prepare learners for progression either to a higher level or into sustained employment. As part of the programme, you will have the opportunity to meet a number of organisations with a range of vacancies which we will support you both with placement opportunities and support with preparation in the application and interview process.
As this programme is aimed at progressing individuals into employment within the sector, guaranteed placement opportunities will also be available in a range of healthcare and adult social care environments.
Waterside Centre Accrington
TUE 16/04/2024
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
£95.00
19 Places Remaining
An Introduction to Working in Mental Health
The aim of this programme is to introduce individuals to working in mental health as an option for sustained employment.
The programme is designed to allow the individual to understand what it takes to work in mental health, including associated services linked to Mental Health, such as Drug and Alcohol services. As part of the programme, learners will complete a number of short courses in a range of subjects to upskill in sector-specific topics to improve knowledge, skills and behaviours for the preparation of working in this area of healthcare/social care.
The design of the programme was in collaboration with a range of stakeholders to create a programme that would prepare learners for progression either to a higher level of education or into sustained employment. As part of the programme, you will have the opportunity to meet organisations within the sector and we will support you both with placement opportunities and preparation in the application and interview process.
As this programme is aimed at progressing individuals towards employment within the service, placement opportunities will also be available in a range of healthcare and adult social care environments to give you a taste of what it is like to work in the service.
The programme is designed to allow the individual to understand what it takes to work in mental health, including associated services linked to Mental Health, such as Drug and Alcohol services. As part of the programme, learners will complete a number of short courses in a range of subjects to upskill in sector-specific topics to improve knowledge, skills and behaviours for the preparation of working in this area of healthcare/social care.
The design of the programme was in collaboration with a range of stakeholders to create a programme that would prepare learners for progression either to a higher level of education or into sustained employment. As part of the programme, you will have the opportunity to meet organisations within the sector and we will support you both with placement opportunities and preparation in the application and interview process.
As this programme is aimed at progressing individuals towards employment within the service, placement opportunities will also be available in a range of healthcare and adult social care environments to give you a taste of what it is like to work in the service.
Waterside Centre Accrington
WED 24/04/2024
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
£95.00
17 Places Remaining
Barber Professional L2
Accrington & Rossendale College
MULTIPLE 18/09/2023
17:30 to 21:30
18 weeks
17:30 to 21:30
18 weeks
£550.00
9 Places Remaining
Basic Life Saving Skills
This free online course will provide learners with the knowledge and basic lifesaving skills needed to effectively assess and treat someone who is not breathing. The skills will include how to deliver cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on an adult, child and baby and how to access and use a defibrillator.
Accrington & Rossendale College
MON 15/04/2024
09:30 to 12:30
1 weeks
09:30 to 12:30
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
15 Places Remaining
Waterside Centre Accrington
MON 13/05/2024
09:30 to 12:30
1 weeks
09:30 to 12:30
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
14 Places Remaining
Business Administration Level 2
This course is designed for learners seeking the skills and knowledge needed to work in the world of business. It will provide learners with the underpinning knowledge that is required by employees to work in a range of different environments in a business administration role.
The course will cover a wide range of subject areas to give you a great insight into the business sector. This will enable you to learn new skills or upskill your current skills and qualities. You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out administrative tasks such as how to manage information and supporting events as well as know how to apply their knowledge in a variety of industries and job roles.
The course will cover a wide range of subject areas to give you a great insight into the business sector. This will enable you to learn new skills or upskill your current skills and qualities. You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out administrative tasks such as how to manage information and supporting events as well as know how to apply their knowledge in a variety of industries and job roles.
Accrington & Rossendale College
MULTIPLE 18/04/2024
09:30 to 12:30
9 weeks
09:30 to 12:30
9 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Connect & Keep Learning: Lancashire - Angel Meadow: Social History of the Industrial Revolution
Focusing on an area of Manchester known as Angel Meadow; which once considered to be the worst slum in Europe, learners will explore social conditions for working people; their work, entertainment, homes,
education, immigration and employment that affected their lives. Using timelines, maps, pictures and personal accounts, learners will investigate the time.
Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
education, immigration and employment that affected their lives. Using timelines, maps, pictures and personal accounts, learners will investigate the time.
Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
Online
TUE 11/06/2024
13:30 to 16:00
1 weeks
13:30 to 16:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Connect & Keep Learning: The Duchy of Lancashire 1185-1500
Learners will be introduced to the unique history of Lancashire as a Royal Duchy and County Palatinate.
Focusing on the creation of the County, its early royal connections and the creation of the Duchy as a royal duchy and county palatinate. Historical disputes, it’s demise and revival are all fascinating aspects of this historical period.
Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
Focusing on the creation of the County, its early royal connections and the creation of the Duchy as a royal duchy and county palatinate. Historical disputes, it’s demise and revival are all fascinating aspects of this historical period.
Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
Online
TUE 04/06/2024
09:30 to 12:00
1 weeks
09:30 to 12:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Construction Multiskills
An introduction to the key health and safety elements of the construction industry. and the chance to develop basic skills in a range of trade areas, including:
- Carpentry
- Brick work
- Painting and decorating
- Carpentry
- Brick work
- Painting and decorating
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 27/09/2023
17:30 to 20:30
12 weeks
17:30 to 20:30
12 weeks
£249.00
20+ Places Remaining
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 17/04/2024
17:30 to 20:30
10 weeks
17:30 to 20:30
10 weeks
£249.00
13 Places Remaining
Dementia Awareness and Embracing Memories
This session is intended to provide a basic understanding of dementia, how to support people with dementia and how objects can be used to trigger memories. It is suitable for members of staff, the public or volunteers who work in a care setting or for people who care for a person with dementia.
It may also be suitable for someone with early stage dementia who can independently express goals and record achievements and who can independently compose and write labels - but please discuss this with the tutor before enrolment.
An initial assessment form will be used to assess your starting point and personal goals. You will need basic literacy skills and may wish to take notes.
It may also be suitable for someone with early stage dementia who can independently express goals and record achievements and who can independently compose and write labels - but please discuss this with the tutor before enrolment.
An initial assessment form will be used to assess your starting point and personal goals. You will need basic literacy skills and may wish to take notes.
Online
MON 13/05/2024
10:00 to 12:00
1 weeks
10:00 to 12:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Developing further Carpentry and Joinery Skills
This course will help you further develop your carpentry and joinery skills as well as give you an overview of the construction industry and employment opportunities within it. The vast majority of the programme will be aimed at developing your practical skills and technical knowledge.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 18/01/2023
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£199.00
6 Places Remaining
Developing further Painting & Decorating Skills
This course will help you further develop your decorating skills as well as give you an overview of the construction industry and employment opportunities within it. The vast majority of the programme will be aimed at developing your practical skills and technical knowledge.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 18/01/2023
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£199.00
6 Places Remaining
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
The main purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to cover all four skills in English: speaking, listening, reading and writing. The course will allow you to progress onto your chosen courses within College. Learning is through classroom based activities, enterprise projects and access to all vocational areas within College. Students who progress onto E3 ESOL will be able to choose either a Vocational or an academic route depending on their career choices.
Accrington & Rossendale College
02/09/2024
to
35 weeks
to
35 weeks
FREE
20+ Places Remaining
Fiction Writing: How to finish a piece ane get it published
This course is for learners who are writing a novel/play/short story/flash fiction and who want to take the final step to finish their work. The course will support you in finishing a draft and support you to prepare for publication. You will work through individual goals and issue until you have a final piece you are able to publish. You will have the support and critical ear of the teacher and the rest of the group to help you find the confidence you need.
Online
WED 01/05/2024
18:00 to 20:30
8 weeks
18:00 to 20:30
8 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
6 Places Remaining
First Steps in Book Illustration - Share a Story Week
As part of this wonderful Share a Story Week, we are offering you a chance to come and explore some book illustration – no previous experience necessary. Inspired by Charlie Mackesy, famous for The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse, you will explore various illustrating techniques. Including sketching in pen, exploring fingerprint creatures and adding ink/coffee to add tone/texture to images. The Tutor will lead and support you to achieve your goals by the end of the session.
Online
THU 09/05/2024
09:30 to 12:00
1 weeks
09:30 to 12:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Online
THU 23/05/2024
18:00 to 20:30
1 weeks
18:00 to 20:30
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
GCSE English (evening) - Free to UK resident for 3 years and don't have a GCSE at Grade 4/C
Accrington & Rossendale College
MON 04/09/2023
18:00 to 21:00
32 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
32 weeks
£425.00
10 Places Remaining
GCSE Maths (Eve) - Free to all UK residents with no grade 4/C
Accrington & Rossendale College
TUE 04/09/2023
18:00 to 21:00
34 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
34 weeks
£425.00
Few Places Remaining
Health & Safety in Construction Programme (Includes CITB Test and CSCS Card)
This course is aimed at individuals who require a CSCS labouring card to get a job within the Construction Industry but don't currently have the required qualifications.
This course is in preparation for three assessments.
On successful completion of the course you will gain two accredited certificates.
• AIM Awards Suite of Vocational Pathways Qualifications (AIMVOCs) in Construction and Building - Extended Award Level 1
• Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment.
If you also pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test you will then receive a print off which states you passed and your CITB registration number. Once you have passed all tests, we can then apply for your CSCS labouring card.
This course is in preparation for three assessments.
On successful completion of the course you will gain two accredited certificates.
• AIM Awards Suite of Vocational Pathways Qualifications (AIMVOCs) in Construction and Building - Extended Award Level 1
• Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment.
If you also pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test you will then receive a print off which states you passed and your CITB registration number. Once you have passed all tests, we can then apply for your CSCS labouring card.
Waterside Centre Accrington
MULTIPLE 09/04/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
6 Places Remaining
Waterside Centre Accrington
TUE 16/04/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
Few Places Remaining
Waterside Centre Accrington
MULTIPLE 30/04/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
12 Places Remaining
Waterside Centre Accrington
MULTIPLE 11/06/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
12 Places Remaining
Waterside Centre Accrington
MULTIPLE 25/06/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
12 Places Remaining
Waterside Centre Accrington
MULTIPLE 16/07/2024
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
09:30 to 15:15
1 weeks
£95.00
12 Places Remaining
Introduction to Bricklaying
You will gain an introduction to key elements of the trade including hand skills, use and care of tools, working safely and making basic structures. You will then be able to apply this to your own projects.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 05/10/2022
17:30 to 21:00
8 weeks
17:30 to 21:00
8 weeks
£295.00
20+ Places Remaining
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 18/01/2023
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£199.00
12 Places Remaining
Introduction to Chair Based Exercise & Falls Prevention
This course is suitable for all levels of fitness. All exercises are chair based and designed to be low impact and low weight bearing, to ease pressure on joints and bones. This course will also develop learner's confidence when performing daily activities and recreational tasks. Alongside the practical elements of the course, learners will be introduced to the physical activity guidelines for adults where applicable and written/group tasks that complement the exercises.
How long is the course?
The course is 2 hours per session and is delivered over two individual sessions or weeks.
How long is the course?
The course is 2 hours per session and is delivered over two individual sessions or weeks.
West End Community Centre
MON 15/04/2024
09:30 to 11:30
2 weeks
09:30 to 11:30
2 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
11 Places Remaining
Heysham Library
TUE 16/04/2024
13:30 to 15:30
2 weeks
13:30 to 15:30
2 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
12 Places Remaining
Rishton Library
FRI 10/05/2024
13:30 to 15:30
2 weeks
13:30 to 15:30
2 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
Few Places Remaining
West End Community Centre
TUE 14/05/2024
10:00 to 12:00
2 weeks
10:00 to 12:00
2 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
14 Places Remaining
Online
MON 20/05/2024
10:00 to 12:00
1 weeks
10:00 to 12:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
13 Places Remaining
Introduction to Joinery Skills
You will gain an introduction to key elements of the trade including hand skills, use and care of tools, working safely and making basic structures. You will then be able to apply this to your own projects.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 05/10/2022
17:30 to 21:00
8 weeks
17:30 to 21:00
8 weeks
£295.00
16 Places Remaining
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 18/01/2023
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£199.00
12 Places Remaining
Introduction to Painting and Decorating
You will gain an introduction to key elements of the trade including hand skills, use and care of tools, working safely and various decorating techniques. You will then be able to apply this to your own projects.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 18/01/2023
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£199.00
12 Places Remaining
Introduction to Plastering
You will gain an introduction to key elements of the trade including hand skills, use and care of tools, working safely and develop beginner plastering skills. You will then be able to apply this to your own projects.
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 17/01/2024
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£249.00
13 Places Remaining
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 17/04/2024
17:30 to 20:30
10 weeks
17:30 to 20:30
10 weeks
£249.00
14 Places Remaining
Italian Absolute Beginners
This live online course is designed to equip learners with basic communication skills and grammar knowledge. Students will hear the language and be able to communicate simply to understand and use the language.
Online
MON 15/04/2024
13:30 to 16:00
10 weeks
13:30 to 16:00
10 weeks
£107.50
8 Places Remaining
Lancashire Lifesavers
Lancashire Adult Learning (LAL) are working in partnership with North West Ambulance Service, BBC Radio Lancashire and Lancashire County Council to provide free training as part of the #LancashireLifesaver Campaign. Their aim is to train as many people as possible in essential lifesaving skills across the county. This free online session with LAL will provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed if someone suffers a heart attack or a cardiac arrest.
Accrington & Rossendale College
MON 15/04/2024
13:30 to 16:30
1 weeks
13:30 to 16:30
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
11 Places Remaining
Online
MON 22/04/2024
18:00 to 20:30
1 weeks
18:00 to 20:30
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 1 Award in Alcohol Awareness (EQUAL)
This programme is designed for any learner that wants to gain awareness of the harmful effects of alcohol use, and engage learners in understanding issues that can impact on health and well-being.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness (EQUAL)
This qualification is designed for learners looking to increase their knowledge and awareness of mental health. It will help the learner to develop their awareness of issues surrounding mental health and to know the rights of those with mental health issues.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
6 weeks
04/09/2023
6 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 1 Award in Substance Misuse (EQUAL)
This programme is designed for any learner that wants to increase their awareness of substance misuse.
The course will develop their understanding as to why people use substances, the types of substances that are commonly misused and the factors that can influence the effects of substances. They will explore how media reporting affects people's perceptions of substance misuse and look into the risk factors and protective factors for substance abuse and ways to protect individuals from the risks involved and the barriers to making healthy choices.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
The course will develop their understanding as to why people use substances, the types of substances that are commonly misused and the factors that can influence the effects of substances. They will explore how media reporting affects people's perceptions of substance misuse and look into the risk factors and protective factors for substance abuse and ways to protect individuals from the risks involved and the barriers to making healthy choices.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
6 weeks
04/09/2023
6 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Award in Head Massage
This 8 week programme will help you develop practical skills in providing the relaxing and stress relieving treatment of head massage.
Accrington & Rossendale College
MON 26/02/2024
17:30 to 20:30
8 weeks
17:30 to 20:30
8 weeks
£75.00
Few Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (daytime and evening classes available)
This qualification will introduce learners to using counselling skills and personal development. The course is useful for anyone who would like to develop their use of counselling skills for use in either work or a personal capacity. This qualification does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
Accrington & Rossendale College
09/09/2024
18:00 to 21:00
20 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
20 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Accrington & Rossendale College
13/09/2024
09:30 to 15:30
13 weeks
09:30 to 15:30
13 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
APPLICATIONS ONLY - Level 2 Certificate in Digital Marketing (EQUAL)
The TQUK Level 2 Digital Marketing course is ideal for those who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of Digital Marketing. The programme is designed for those who desire to form a foundation due to little or no previous digital marketing experience.
Learn the basics of marketing strategy including social media, Email and SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) as part of marketing campaigns.
Learn the basics of marketing strategy including social media, Email and SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) as part of marketing campaigns.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning (EQUAL)
This course is aimed at people who want to go into the event management industry or want to set up an event malmanagement company of their own. It can also support people who wish to simply learn how an event is set up and ran as well as evaluated. This is an excellent opportunity to gain an accredited level 2 qualification as well as access to an award-winning online e-learning platform.
You are able to learn at your own pace yet have the support from qualified teachers.
You are able to learn at your own pace yet have the support from qualified teachers.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service (EQUAL)
This course is designed to enable people to gain an overall view of customer service. It will provide you with the skills required by employers to work in a wide range of job roles. You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out customer service related tasks such as how to manage information and even support events. This is a good all round customer service qualification which will help you gain the basics to support your CV applications across a huge sector of employment opportunities.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading (EQUAL)
This course is aimed at people who want to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of team leading. This can support them to progress onto other qualifications, employment or apprenticeships in any sector. It is a great professional development.
You are able to learn at your own pace yet have the support from qualified teachers.
You are able to learn at your own pace yet have the support from qualified teachers.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Environmental Sustainability (EQUAL)
The purpose of the qualification is to develop learner's knowledge and understanding of a range of topics relating to environmental sustainability including control of global warming, reducing carbon emissions, alternative energy sources, conservation, environmental monitoring and energy management. The qualification is most relevant to those already in employment and is applicable across sectors. It forms part of a wide-ranging strategy of business improvement and lean management.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
The awarding body for this qualification is Cache and it will be accredited through Lancashire Adult Learning.
The purpose of this qualification is to increase the learner's knowledge and awareness of the Prevent Duty and safeguarding, including online safety. By completing the qualification, learners will develop knowledge of safeguarding in an environment where they have a duty of care.
The purpose of this qualification is to increase the learner's knowledge and awareness of the Prevent Duty and safeguarding, including online safety. By completing the qualification, learners will develop knowledge of safeguarding in an environment where they have a duty of care.
Waterside Centre Accrington
TUE 16/04/2024
13:00 to 16:00
12 weeks
13:00 to 16:00
12 weeks
£150.00
18 Places Remaining
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism
This qualification will increase your knowledge and understanding of autism. By completing the qualification, you will develop in-depth knowledge of autism which could support progression onto appropriate qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care.
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Accrington & Rossendale College
09/09/2024
to
37 weeks
to
37 weeks
FREE
20+ Places Remaining
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
This course is designed to increase your knowledge and understanding of mental health and mental wellbeing
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Accrington & Rossendale College
09/09/2024
to
37 weeks
to
37 weeks
FREE
20+ Places Remaining
Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills (daytime and evening classes available)
This Diploma aims to provide learners with in-depth knowledge of the use of counselling skills in everyday life and work and the approaches that underpin the use of these skills. This qualification does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
Learners on this course come with three different main aims.
• To progress onto a first degree or other higher education course within the field (i.e. you want a career in counselling and need a degree)
• To prepare for a post graduate qualification within the field (ie. you already have a (unrelated) degree but want to progress onto a MA in the field)
• To increase skills and knowledge that will enhance your current role (i.e. professional development) and/or increase job opportunities.
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Learners on this course come with three different main aims.
• To progress onto a first degree or other higher education course within the field (i.e. you want a career in counselling and need a degree)
• To prepare for a post graduate qualification within the field (ie. you already have a (unrelated) degree but want to progress onto a MA in the field)
• To increase skills and knowledge that will enhance your current role (i.e. professional development) and/or increase job opportunities.
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Accrington & Rossendale College
09/09/2024
13:30 to 16:30
37 weeks
13:30 to 16:30
37 weeks
FREE
20+ Places Remaining
Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills (daytime and evening classes available)
This Diploma aims to provide learners with in-depth knowledge of the use of counselling skills in everyday life and work and the approaches that underpin the use of these skills. This qualification does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
Learners on this course come with three different main aims.
• To progress onto a first degree or other higher education course within the field (i.e. you want a career in counselling and need a degree)
• To prepare for a post graduate qualification within the field (ie. you already have a (unrelated) degree but want to progress onto a MA in the field)
• To increase skills and knowledge that will enhance your current role (i.e. professional development) and/or increase job opportunities.
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Learners on this course come with three different main aims.
• To progress onto a first degree or other higher education course within the field (i.e. you want a career in counselling and need a degree)
• To prepare for a post graduate qualification within the field (ie. you already have a (unrelated) degree but want to progress onto a MA in the field)
• To increase skills and knowledge that will enhance your current role (i.e. professional development) and/or increase job opportunities.
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Accrington & Rossendale College
09/09/2024
18:00 to 21:00
37 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
37 weeks
FREE
20+ Places Remaining
Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Technology
This Level 3 course is carried out online, over 15 weeks. Sessions for March 2023 are Wednesday and Thursday 9:30am - 3:30pm
During the 15 weeks, you will undertake both theory lessons and practicals, online. There are 2 practical track days and a Drug, Alcohol and Medical Screening that you will need to attend. These are noted on your timetable.
You will be provided with Approved Personal Protective Equipment and become competent in Safety Awareness and Manual Handling. All these, will be under the watchful eye of our friendly, approachable, Qualified Trainer/Assessor - Stephen White.
Providing you complete the NVQ, sponsorship with an employer and Drug, Alcohol and Medical screening successfully, you will then continue your journey and undertake the Employer-led Safety critical courses (Personal Track Safety / Track Induction Course) PTS/TIC to enable you to work on Network Rail Infrastructure.
Also Included in The Course
• EAL Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Technology
• Full set of Network Rail Approved PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Network Rail Approved Medical - Mandatory that this is attended and passed or won't progress on the course - Necessary for PTS
• Network Rail Approved Drugs & Alcohol Screening - Mandatory that this is attended and passed or won't progress on the course - Necessary for PTS
• Sponsorship paperwork including ID and right-to-work documentation - Necessary for PTS.
• E-Learning - Sent from your sponsor - Mandatory that this is completed and passed by the deadline of your PTS training
• Small Plant Training.
• Basic Hand Tools Training.
• First Aid and Manual Handling.
During the 15 weeks, you will undertake both theory lessons and practicals, online. There are 2 practical track days and a Drug, Alcohol and Medical Screening that you will need to attend. These are noted on your timetable.
You will be provided with Approved Personal Protective Equipment and become competent in Safety Awareness and Manual Handling. All these, will be under the watchful eye of our friendly, approachable, Qualified Trainer/Assessor - Stephen White.
Providing you complete the NVQ, sponsorship with an employer and Drug, Alcohol and Medical screening successfully, you will then continue your journey and undertake the Employer-led Safety critical courses (Personal Track Safety / Track Induction Course) PTS/TIC to enable you to work on Network Rail Infrastructure.
Also Included in The Course
• EAL Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Technology
• Full set of Network Rail Approved PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Network Rail Approved Medical - Mandatory that this is attended and passed or won't progress on the course - Necessary for PTS
• Network Rail Approved Drugs & Alcohol Screening - Mandatory that this is attended and passed or won't progress on the course - Necessary for PTS
• Sponsorship paperwork including ID and right-to-work documentation - Necessary for PTS.
• E-Learning - Sent from your sponsor - Mandatory that this is completed and passed by the deadline of your PTS training
• Small Plant Training.
• Basic Hand Tools Training.
• First Aid and Manual Handling.
Online
MULTIPLE 31/01/2024
17:00 to 19:30
30 weeks
17:00 to 19:30
30 weeks
£5421.00
20 Places Remaining
Online
MULTIPLE 26/02/2024
09:30 to 15:00
30 weeks
09:30 to 15:00
30 weeks
£5421.00
20 Places Remaining
Online
WED 06/03/2024
17:30 to 20:30
12 weeks
17:30 to 20:30
12 weeks
£5421.00
20+ Places Remaining
Local History Month - Young History Detectives
As part of this special month to celebrate local History we are running an online version of our History Detectives course. Come and join us on this course to learn the skills you need to be able to investigate our local history. Detectives will share their discoveries with the rest of the group in the second week and look ahead to be able to use their new found skills for future stories they may explore by planning a local history project.
Online
THU 02/05/2024
18:00 to 20:00
2 weeks
18:00 to 20:00
2 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Introduction to Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Accrington & Rossendale College
WED 17/01/2024
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
10 weeks
£249.00
14 Places Remaining
Online Introduction to Deaf Awareness and BSL
In this online stand-alone session, you will be introduced to deaf awareness and British Sign Language (BSL). You will look at day to day life and the barriers the deaf community have in communicating with the hearing world. This session will give you an insight of the dos and don’ts and tips to support those with a loss of hearing, whether with individuals who were born deaf or whose who have had a loss of hearing later in life. This session will also give you the basic skills to communicate using British Sign language and how to develop yourself independently following the course.
Sessions are delivered online and is a one-off 90 min sessions with further opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge further.
Sessions are delivered online and is a one-off 90 min sessions with further opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge further.
Online
TUE 07/05/2024
10:00 to 11:30
1 weeks
10:00 to 11:30
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Online
WED 08/05/2024
18:00 to 19:30
1 weeks
18:00 to 19:30
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Picture Book Illustration - Children's Book Week
As part of this great week, we are offering the opportunity to come and take part in this fun, interactive craft
workshop. The teacher will instruct you on how to create an illustration using collage and pattern, inspired by Eric
Carle, illustrator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Parents/carers with children in school will thoroughly enjoy this
engagement session which will allow you to learn about simple techniques you can copy at home to illustrate your
child’s favourite book
workshop. The teacher will instruct you on how to create an illustration using collage and pattern, inspired by Eric
Carle, illustrator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Parents/carers with children in school will thoroughly enjoy this
engagement session which will allow you to learn about simple techniques you can copy at home to illustrate your
child’s favourite book
Online
THU 09/05/2024
18:00 to 20:00
1 weeks
18:00 to 20:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Railway Maintenance Diploma
During the course, you'll learn the fundamentals of rail track maintenance that you need to obtain a successful career on the rail. The course will introduce you to the typical operations and allow you to develop an extensive skill set to carry out various roles within the Rail Industry.
You must book onto an Information and Advice Session prior to starting the course.
Also Included in The Course
• City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Rail Engineering Track Maintenance
• City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Rail Engineering Underpinning Knowledge
• Full set of Network Rail Approved PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Network Rail Approved Medical - Mandatory that this is attended and passed or won't progress on the course - Necessary for PTS
• Network Rail Approved Drugs & Alcohol Screening - Mandatory that this is attended and passed or won't progress on the course - Necessary for PTS
• Sponsorship paperwork including ID and right-to-work documentation - Necessary for PTS.
• E-Learning - Sent from your sponsor - Mandatory that this is completed and passed by the deadline of your PTS training
• Small Plant Training.
• Basic Hand Tools Training.
• First Aid and Manual Handling.
You must book onto an Information and Advice Session prior to starting the course.
Also Included in The Course
• City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Rail Engineering Track Maintenance
• City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Rail Engineering Underpinning Knowledge
• Full set of Network Rail Approved PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Network Rail Approved Medical - Mandatory that this is attended and passed or won't progress on the course - Necessary for PTS
• Network Rail Approved Drugs & Alcohol Screening - Mandatory that this is attended and passed or won't progress on the course - Necessary for PTS
• Sponsorship paperwork including ID and right-to-work documentation - Necessary for PTS.
• E-Learning - Sent from your sponsor - Mandatory that this is completed and passed by the deadline of your PTS training
• Small Plant Training.
• Basic Hand Tools Training.
• First Aid and Manual Handling.
Shout Connect Meeting Rooms Preston
MULTIPLE 26/02/2024
09:30 to 16:00
6 weeks
09:30 to 16:00
6 weeks
£1995.00
14 Places Remaining
Lancashire Adult Learning
MULTIPLE 02/04/2024
09:30 to 16:00
6 weeks
09:30 to 16:00
6 weeks
£1995.00
15 Places Remaining
Shout Connect Meeting Rooms Preston
MULTIPLE 15/04/2024
09:30 to 16:00
6 weeks
09:30 to 16:00
6 weeks
£1995.00
12 Places Remaining
Lancashire Adult Learning
MULTIPLE 20/05/2024
09:30 to 16:00
6 weeks
09:30 to 16:00
6 weeks
£1995.00
20 Places Remaining
Shout Connect Meeting Rooms Preston
MULTIPLE 03/06/2024
09:30 to 16:00
6 weeks
09:30 to 16:00
6 weeks
£1995.00
20 Places Remaining
Share a Story Month - What's my Story
For this special month, We are offering you the opportunity to unleash your creative side and develop your own story. You will learn the principles of writing memoir and biography. You will learn how to develop ideas and be given the tools to write a part of your story. You will then have the opportunity to share your story with the group and look at ways for you to continue sharing with loved ones and further.
Online
THU 16/05/2024
09:30 to 12:00
2 weeks
09:30 to 12:00
2 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Spanish Intermediate
The aim of the course is to enable students to speak and understand the language. Students will learn the language and demonstrate their knowledge through a variety of activities: role-play, pair work, listening and reading comprehension exercises and discussion around key vocabulary.
Online
TUE 16/04/2024
13:00 to 15:30
10 weeks
13:00 to 15:30
10 weeks
£107.50
Few Places Remaining
Online
FRI 19/04/2024
09:30 to 12:00
10 weeks
09:30 to 12:00
10 weeks
£107.50
Few Places Remaining
Essential Digital Skills
Family Learning
Local History Month - Young History Detectives
As part of this special month to celebrate local History we are running an online version of our History Detectives course. Come and join us on this course to learn the skills you need to be able to investigate our local history. Detectives will share their discoveries with the rest of the group in the second week and look ahead to be able to use their new found skills for future stories they may explore by planning a local history project.
Online
THU 02/05/2024
18:00 to 20:00
2 weeks
18:00 to 20:00
2 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Picture Book Illustration - Children's Book Week
As part of this great week, we are offering the opportunity to come and take part in this fun, interactive craft
workshop. The teacher will instruct you on how to create an illustration using collage and pattern, inspired by Eric
Carle, illustrator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Parents/carers with children in school will thoroughly enjoy this
engagement session which will allow you to learn about simple techniques you can copy at home to illustrate your
child’s favourite book
workshop. The teacher will instruct you on how to create an illustration using collage and pattern, inspired by Eric
Carle, illustrator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Parents/carers with children in school will thoroughly enjoy this
engagement session which will allow you to learn about simple techniques you can copy at home to illustrate your
child’s favourite book
Online
THU 09/05/2024
18:00 to 20:00
1 weeks
18:00 to 20:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Health and Social Care
An Introduction to Working in Counselling
The aim of this programme is to introduce learners to the use of counselling skills in everyday life and work, and some of the approaches that underpin the use of these skills.
This 12-week programme designed to introduce you to the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to use counselling skills in everyday life and work, and the approaches that engage in helping to interact appropriately. Developing knowledge around a person-centred approach, safeguarding and the communication skills required in developing a career in a counselling capacity.
This course does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
The programme was designed in collaboration with a range of stakeholders to create an introduction to counselling skills to prepare learners for progression into the level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills. Many of the skills developed during this programme can be used in everyday life in a number of roles, if you are looking to progress intro counselling services as a career, this is a good introduction for progression initially into level 2, level 3 and HE..
This 12-week programme designed to introduce you to the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to use counselling skills in everyday life and work, and the approaches that engage in helping to interact appropriately. Developing knowledge around a person-centred approach, safeguarding and the communication skills required in developing a career in a counselling capacity.
This course does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
The programme was designed in collaboration with a range of stakeholders to create an introduction to counselling skills to prepare learners for progression into the level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills. Many of the skills developed during this programme can be used in everyday life in a number of roles, if you are looking to progress intro counselling services as a career, this is a good introduction for progression initially into level 2, level 3 and HE..
Waterside Centre Accrington
THU 18/04/2024
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
£95.00
16 Places Remaining
An Introduction to Working in Health and Social Care
The aim of this programme is to introduce individuals to both the healthcare and adult social care sector as an option for sustained employment.
The programme is designed to allow the individual to understand what it takes to work in health and social care settings and the many employment options within the sector. As part of the programme, learners will complete short courses in a range of subjects to upskill and increase knowledge in sector-specific topics to improve opportunities for progressing into a number of employment pathways.
The design of the programme was in collaboration with employers and other stakeholders to create a programme that would prepare learners for progression either to a higher level or into sustained employment. As part of the programme, you will have the opportunity to meet a number of organisations with a range of vacancies which we will support you both with placement opportunities and support with preparation in the application and interview process.
As this programme is aimed at progressing individuals into employment within the sector, guaranteed placement opportunities will also be available in a range of healthcare and adult social care environments.
The programme is designed to allow the individual to understand what it takes to work in health and social care settings and the many employment options within the sector. As part of the programme, learners will complete short courses in a range of subjects to upskill and increase knowledge in sector-specific topics to improve opportunities for progressing into a number of employment pathways.
The design of the programme was in collaboration with employers and other stakeholders to create a programme that would prepare learners for progression either to a higher level or into sustained employment. As part of the programme, you will have the opportunity to meet a number of organisations with a range of vacancies which we will support you both with placement opportunities and support with preparation in the application and interview process.
As this programme is aimed at progressing individuals into employment within the sector, guaranteed placement opportunities will also be available in a range of healthcare and adult social care environments.
Waterside Centre Accrington
TUE 16/04/2024
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
£95.00
19 Places Remaining
An Introduction to Working in Mental Health
The aim of this programme is to introduce individuals to working in mental health as an option for sustained employment.
The programme is designed to allow the individual to understand what it takes to work in mental health, including associated services linked to Mental Health, such as Drug and Alcohol services. As part of the programme, learners will complete a number of short courses in a range of subjects to upskill in sector-specific topics to improve knowledge, skills and behaviours for the preparation of working in this area of healthcare/social care.
The design of the programme was in collaboration with a range of stakeholders to create a programme that would prepare learners for progression either to a higher level of education or into sustained employment. As part of the programme, you will have the opportunity to meet organisations within the sector and we will support you both with placement opportunities and preparation in the application and interview process.
As this programme is aimed at progressing individuals towards employment within the service, placement opportunities will also be available in a range of healthcare and adult social care environments to give you a taste of what it is like to work in the service.
The programme is designed to allow the individual to understand what it takes to work in mental health, including associated services linked to Mental Health, such as Drug and Alcohol services. As part of the programme, learners will complete a number of short courses in a range of subjects to upskill in sector-specific topics to improve knowledge, skills and behaviours for the preparation of working in this area of healthcare/social care.
The design of the programme was in collaboration with a range of stakeholders to create a programme that would prepare learners for progression either to a higher level of education or into sustained employment. As part of the programme, you will have the opportunity to meet organisations within the sector and we will support you both with placement opportunities and preparation in the application and interview process.
As this programme is aimed at progressing individuals towards employment within the service, placement opportunities will also be available in a range of healthcare and adult social care environments to give you a taste of what it is like to work in the service.
Waterside Centre Accrington
WED 24/04/2024
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
09:30 to 12:30
12 weeks
£95.00
17 Places Remaining
Dementia Awareness and Embracing Memories
This session is intended to provide a basic understanding of dementia, how to support people with dementia and how objects can be used to trigger memories. It is suitable for members of staff, the public or volunteers who work in a care setting or for people who care for a person with dementia.
It may also be suitable for someone with early stage dementia who can independently express goals and record achievements and who can independently compose and write labels - but please discuss this with the tutor before enrolment.
An initial assessment form will be used to assess your starting point and personal goals. You will need basic literacy skills and may wish to take notes.
It may also be suitable for someone with early stage dementia who can independently express goals and record achievements and who can independently compose and write labels - but please discuss this with the tutor before enrolment.
An initial assessment form will be used to assess your starting point and personal goals. You will need basic literacy skills and may wish to take notes.
Online
MON 13/05/2024
10:00 to 12:00
1 weeks
10:00 to 12:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (daytime and evening classes available)
This qualification will introduce learners to using counselling skills and personal development. The course is useful for anyone who would like to develop their use of counselling skills for use in either work or a personal capacity. This qualification does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
Accrington & Rossendale College
09/09/2024
18:00 to 21:00
20 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
20 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Accrington & Rossendale College
13/09/2024
09:30 to 15:30
13 weeks
09:30 to 15:30
13 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
The awarding body for this qualification is Cache and it will be accredited through Lancashire Adult Learning.
The purpose of this qualification is to increase the learner's knowledge and awareness of the Prevent Duty and safeguarding, including online safety. By completing the qualification, learners will develop knowledge of safeguarding in an environment where they have a duty of care.
The purpose of this qualification is to increase the learner's knowledge and awareness of the Prevent Duty and safeguarding, including online safety. By completing the qualification, learners will develop knowledge of safeguarding in an environment where they have a duty of care.
Waterside Centre Accrington
TUE 16/04/2024
13:00 to 16:00
12 weeks
13:00 to 16:00
12 weeks
£150.00
18 Places Remaining
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism
This qualification will increase your knowledge and understanding of autism. By completing the qualification, you will develop in-depth knowledge of autism which could support progression onto appropriate qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care.
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Accrington & Rossendale College
09/09/2024
to
37 weeks
to
37 weeks
FREE
20+ Places Remaining
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
This course is designed to increase your knowledge and understanding of mental health and mental wellbeing
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Accrington & Rossendale College
09/09/2024
to
37 weeks
to
37 weeks
FREE
20+ Places Remaining
Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills (daytime and evening classes available)
This Diploma aims to provide learners with in-depth knowledge of the use of counselling skills in everyday life and work and the approaches that underpin the use of these skills. This qualification does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
Learners on this course come with three different main aims.
• To progress onto a first degree or other higher education course within the field (i.e. you want a career in counselling and need a degree)
• To prepare for a post graduate qualification within the field (ie. you already have a (unrelated) degree but want to progress onto a MA in the field)
• To increase skills and knowledge that will enhance your current role (i.e. professional development) and/or increase job opportunities.
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Learners on this course come with three different main aims.
• To progress onto a first degree or other higher education course within the field (i.e. you want a career in counselling and need a degree)
• To prepare for a post graduate qualification within the field (ie. you already have a (unrelated) degree but want to progress onto a MA in the field)
• To increase skills and knowledge that will enhance your current role (i.e. professional development) and/or increase job opportunities.
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Accrington & Rossendale College
09/09/2024
18:00 to 21:00
37 weeks
18:00 to 21:00
37 weeks
FREE
20+ Places Remaining
Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills (daytime and evening classes available)
This Diploma aims to provide learners with in-depth knowledge of the use of counselling skills in everyday life and work and the approaches that underpin the use of these skills. This qualification does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
Learners on this course come with three different main aims.
• To progress onto a first degree or other higher education course within the field (i.e. you want a career in counselling and need a degree)
• To prepare for a post graduate qualification within the field (ie. you already have a (unrelated) degree but want to progress onto a MA in the field)
• To increase skills and knowledge that will enhance your current role (i.e. professional development) and/or increase job opportunities.
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Learners on this course come with three different main aims.
• To progress onto a first degree or other higher education course within the field (i.e. you want a career in counselling and need a degree)
• To prepare for a post graduate qualification within the field (ie. you already have a (unrelated) degree but want to progress onto a MA in the field)
• To increase skills and knowledge that will enhance your current role (i.e. professional development) and/or increase job opportunities.
If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.
A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.
The qualifications could help you:
Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage
Accrington & Rossendale College
09/09/2024
13:30 to 16:30
37 weeks
13:30 to 16:30
37 weeks
FREE
20+ Places Remaining
Online Introduction to Deaf Awareness and BSL
In this online stand-alone session, you will be introduced to deaf awareness and British Sign Language (BSL). You will look at day to day life and the barriers the deaf community have in communicating with the hearing world. This session will give you an insight of the dos and don’ts and tips to support those with a loss of hearing, whether with individuals who were born deaf or whose who have had a loss of hearing later in life. This session will also give you the basic skills to communicate using British Sign language and how to develop yourself independently following the course.
Sessions are delivered online and is a one-off 90 min sessions with further opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge further.
Sessions are delivered online and is a one-off 90 min sessions with further opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge further.
Online
TUE 07/05/2024
10:00 to 11:30
1 weeks
10:00 to 11:30
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Online
WED 08/05/2024
18:00 to 19:30
1 weeks
18:00 to 19:30
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Horticulture
Humanities
Connect & Keep Learning: Lancashire - Angel Meadow: Social History of the Industrial Revolution
Focusing on an area of Manchester known as Angel Meadow; which once considered to be the worst slum in Europe, learners will explore social conditions for working people; their work, entertainment, homes,
education, immigration and employment that affected their lives. Using timelines, maps, pictures and personal accounts, learners will investigate the time.
Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
education, immigration and employment that affected their lives. Using timelines, maps, pictures and personal accounts, learners will investigate the time.
Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
Online
TUE 11/06/2024
13:30 to 16:00
1 weeks
13:30 to 16:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Connect & Keep Learning: The Duchy of Lancashire 1185-1500
Learners will be introduced to the unique history of Lancashire as a Royal Duchy and County Palatinate.
Focusing on the creation of the County, its early royal connections and the creation of the Duchy as a royal duchy and county palatinate. Historical disputes, it’s demise and revival are all fascinating aspects of this historical period.
Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
Focusing on the creation of the County, its early royal connections and the creation of the Duchy as a royal duchy and county palatinate. Historical disputes, it’s demise and revival are all fascinating aspects of this historical period.
Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
Online
TUE 04/06/2024
09:30 to 12:00
1 weeks
09:30 to 12:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Fiction Writing: How to finish a piece ane get it published
This course is for learners who are writing a novel/play/short story/flash fiction and who want to take the final step to finish their work. The course will support you in finishing a draft and support you to prepare for publication. You will work through individual goals and issue until you have a final piece you are able to publish. You will have the support and critical ear of the teacher and the rest of the group to help you find the confidence you need.
Online
WED 01/05/2024
18:00 to 20:30
8 weeks
18:00 to 20:30
8 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
6 Places Remaining
First Steps in Book Illustration - Share a Story Week
As part of this wonderful Share a Story Week, we are offering you a chance to come and explore some book illustration – no previous experience necessary. Inspired by Charlie Mackesy, famous for The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse, you will explore various illustrating techniques. Including sketching in pen, exploring fingerprint creatures and adding ink/coffee to add tone/texture to images. The Tutor will lead and support you to achieve your goals by the end of the session.
Online
THU 09/05/2024
09:30 to 12:00
1 weeks
09:30 to 12:00
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Online
THU 23/05/2024
18:00 to 20:30
1 weeks
18:00 to 20:30
1 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Share a Story Month - What's my Story
For this special month, We are offering you the opportunity to unleash your creative side and develop your own story. You will learn the principles of writing memoir and biography. You will learn how to develop ideas and be given the tools to write a part of your story. You will then have the opportunity to share your story with the group and look at ways for you to continue sharing with loved ones and further.
Online
THU 16/05/2024
09:30 to 12:00
2 weeks
09:30 to 12:00
2 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Foundation Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice
Start Date: 19th January 2021 and September 2021
Day: TUE
Time: Full-Time: 9am - 6pm, Part-Time: Various Options
Duration: 2 years Full Time / 4 Years Part Time, Delivered at Accrington and Rossendale College, UCAS Code: CC19
Foundation Degree in Paralegal Services
Start Date: 19th January 2021 and September 2021
Day: TUE
Time: Full-Time: 9am - 6pm, Part-Time: Various Options
Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
ICT and Digital
Languages
Italian Absolute Beginners
This live online course is designed to equip learners with basic communication skills and grammar knowledge. Students will hear the language and be able to communicate simply to understand and use the language.
Online
MON 15/04/2024
13:30 to 16:00
10 weeks
13:30 to 16:00
10 weeks
£107.50
8 Places Remaining
Spanish Intermediate
The aim of the course is to enable students to speak and understand the language. Students will learn the language and demonstrate their knowledge through a variety of activities: role-play, pair work, listening and reading comprehension exercises and discussion around key vocabulary.
Online
TUE 16/04/2024
13:00 to 15:30
10 weeks
13:00 to 15:30
10 weeks
£107.50
Few Places Remaining
Online
FRI 19/04/2024
09:30 to 12:00
10 weeks
09:30 to 12:00
10 weeks
£107.50
Few Places Remaining
Online College
Level 1 Award in Alcohol Awareness (EQUAL)
This programme is designed for any learner that wants to gain awareness of the harmful effects of alcohol use, and engage learners in understanding issues that can impact on health and well-being.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness (EQUAL)
This qualification is designed for learners looking to increase their knowledge and awareness of mental health. It will help the learner to develop their awareness of issues surrounding mental health and to know the rights of those with mental health issues.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
6 weeks
04/09/2023
6 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 1 Award in Substance Misuse (EQUAL)
This programme is designed for any learner that wants to increase their awareness of substance misuse.
The course will develop their understanding as to why people use substances, the types of substances that are commonly misused and the factors that can influence the effects of substances. They will explore how media reporting affects people's perceptions of substance misuse and look into the risk factors and protective factors for substance abuse and ways to protect individuals from the risks involved and the barriers to making healthy choices.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
The course will develop their understanding as to why people use substances, the types of substances that are commonly misused and the factors that can influence the effects of substances. They will explore how media reporting affects people's perceptions of substance misuse and look into the risk factors and protective factors for substance abuse and ways to protect individuals from the risks involved and the barriers to making healthy choices.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
6 weeks
04/09/2023
6 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
APPLICATIONS ONLY - Level 2 Certificate in Digital Marketing (EQUAL)
The TQUK Level 2 Digital Marketing course is ideal for those who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of Digital Marketing. The programme is designed for those who desire to form a foundation due to little or no previous digital marketing experience.
Learn the basics of marketing strategy including social media, Email and SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) as part of marketing campaigns.
Learn the basics of marketing strategy including social media, Email and SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) as part of marketing campaigns.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning (EQUAL)
This course is aimed at people who want to go into the event management industry or want to set up an event malmanagement company of their own. It can also support people who wish to simply learn how an event is set up and ran as well as evaluated. This is an excellent opportunity to gain an accredited level 2 qualification as well as access to an award-winning online e-learning platform.
You are able to learn at your own pace yet have the support from qualified teachers.
You are able to learn at your own pace yet have the support from qualified teachers.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service (EQUAL)
This course is designed to enable people to gain an overall view of customer service. It will provide you with the skills required by employers to work in a wide range of job roles. You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out customer service related tasks such as how to manage information and even support events. This is a good all round customer service qualification which will help you gain the basics to support your CV applications across a huge sector of employment opportunities.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading (EQUAL)
This course is aimed at people who want to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of team leading. This can support them to progress onto other qualifications, employment or apprenticeships in any sector. It is a great professional development.
You are able to learn at your own pace yet have the support from qualified teachers.
You are able to learn at your own pace yet have the support from qualified teachers.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Environmental Sustainability (EQUAL)
The purpose of the qualification is to develop learner's knowledge and understanding of a range of topics relating to environmental sustainability including control of global warming, reducing carbon emissions, alternative energy sources, conservation, environmental monitoring and energy management. The qualification is most relevant to those already in employment and is applicable across sectors. It forms part of a wide-ranging strategy of business improvement and lean management.
Online
Flexible
04/09/2023
12 weeks
04/09/2023
12 weeks
FREE to Lancashire Residents
20+ Places Remaining
Seasonal Courses
Sport and Fitness
Teaching
PGCE/Certificate in Education
Start Date: September 2021
Duration: 1 year full-time pre-service, 2 years part-time in-service
Award in Education and Training Level 3
Start Date: 19th January
Day: Tuesday
Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Duration: 12 weeks
Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 2 Certificate
Start Date: Please enquire
Day: Tuesday
Time: 1.30pm - 4.30pm
Duration: 34 weeks
Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 3 Diploma
Start Date: Please enquire
Day: Tuesday
Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Duration: 34 weeks
