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Alumni come together to support Nelson and Colne College Group’s Colleges Week celebrations
Virtual learning and social distancing failed to dampen Nelson and Colne College Group’s annual Colleges Week celebrations, as alumni came together to show their support for Further Education. Coordinated by the Association of Colleges, Colleges Week is an annual opportunity for Further Education colleges to put the brilliant work that they do day in and […]
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New free offer of adult courses launched by Lancashire Adult Learning to meet needs of learners at this time
Lancashire Adult Learning has launched a new range of free courses designed to meet the needs of learners across the Red Rose County in the current climate. Adult learners who are seeking to enhance their employment prospects, support their family, improve their health and wellbeing, or simply develop a hobby, can do so from the […]
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Thousands of schoolchildren gain vital lifesaving skills with Lancashire Adult Learning and North West Ambulance Service on Restart a Heart Day
Seven thousand schoolchildren from across Lancashire received lifesaving skills training on Restart a Heart Day through a partnership between Lancashire Adult Learning and North West Ambulance Service. Split across two sessions – and with training delivered through Zoom – children aged four to 16 took part in the First Aid Flash Mob event. The sessions […]
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Principal Amanda Melton awarded CBE in Queen’s Birthday Honours List
Principal and Chief Executive of Nelson and Colne College Group Amanda Melton has been awarded a prestigious CBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List for her services to education. Amanda was appointed Principal and Chief Executive of Nelson and Colne College in March 2012, and the CBE honour means she has received the highest of […]
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Learn how to save a life this Restart a Heart Day with Lancashire Adult Learning and the North West Ambulance Service
It’s never been easier to learn how to save a life as Lancashire Adult Learning and the North West Ambulance Service team up to deliver a FREE online lifesaving skills event. Taking place on the eve of national Restart a Heart Day, Thursday 15th October, the free online event will run between 8pm and 8.30pm […]
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LAL buddy up with Chorley Council to help improve digital skills
Lancashire Adult Learning are working together with Chorley Council to provide a free, live, online tablet course to help people reap the benefits of being online. During the coronavirus pandemic lockdown, being online has been a lifeline to some people, who have been able to use the internet for social interaction with friends and family, […]
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LAL launches new FREE fast-track English and Maths courses and Essential Digital Skills offer
Lancashire Adult Learning is supporting the Red Rose County’s workforce to improve their employment prospects with the offer of free fast-track English and Maths qualifications. The new offer, beginning in September, provides adult learners aged 19+ in Lancashire to complete Level 1 or Level 2 qualifications in just 10 weeks from the comfort of their […]
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New vision for the college of the future puts Further Education at the heart of investment and opportunity
A vision for the college of the future putting Further Education at the heart of investment and opportunity has been set out in a newly-published report. The blueprint, published this week by the Independent Commission on the College of the Future, has been fully endorsed by Nelson and Colne College Group’s Principal and Chief Executive […]
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Nelson and Colne College Group best in the North West in national AoC sport initiative
Staff and students at Nelson and Colne College Group have shown their sporting prowess in a series of initiatives organised by the Association of Colleges this summer. After the College Group made a commitment to put health and wellbeing at the heart of life in lockdown, staff and students pounded the miles with walking and […]
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LAL launches innovative Hub from Home for Lancashire learners seeking Health and Social Care career
Lancashire Adult Learning has launched an innovative online programme to learners across the Red Rose County who are seeking a rewarding career in the Health and Social Care sector. Working in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions, the exciting virtual Hub from Home programme replicates as accurately as possible Lancashire Adult Learning’s courses […]
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