Participating in Art activities is known to relieve stress, reduce anxiety and create an increased sense of personal wellbeing. Art is also a well-recognised form of relaxation and has many wider benefits to your wellbeing.During this online course, you will be guided through a series of demonstrations using a range of practical techniques, reviewing the connections to the 5 ways to wellbeing as you go along.
Participating in creative activities is well known to improve your mental wellbeing. Relax and de-stress on this short course, whilst exploring a range of simple printmaking techniques to create unique and personal artworks. Suitable for all levels of abilities including those who have never engaged in creative activities before.
As an extra treat, Lancashire Adult Learning will be posting a pack out to you, containing the main resources you will need to take part in this course.
The course is 2 hours per week/session and is delivered over 2 weeks
Forthcoming Start Dates
Coppull Library
TUE - 21/03/2023
13:30 to 16:00
2 week course
8 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
THU - 18/05/2023
13:30 to 16:00
2 week course
This course is now full Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Age Concern Lancashire (LFClub)
MON - 12/06/2023
10:00 to 12:00
5 week course
7 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
This course is to help you learn and develop your ICT skills from the beginning. You may already have some knowledge, but may not be confident in using these skills, unsure what buttons and icons to use etc. You may want to develop their home life, skills for work or job seeking skills. You should be able to follow a simple set of instructions and be able to write in sentences using capital letters, full stops and question marks and spell common words correctly, read and write, correct spellings...
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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
Heysham Library
MON - 27/03/2023
13:30 to 16:30
1 day course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
MON - 27/03/2023
09:30 to 12:30
1 day course
15 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
The Plough Lancaster
TUE - 18/04/2023
09:30 to 12:30
1 day course
6 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
MON - 12/06/2023
13:00 to 16:00
1 day course
15 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
FRI - 14/07/2023
09:30 to 12:30
1 day course
15 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Take part in our free online event for World Menopause Day. Learn more about the menopause and discover some helpful tips and tricks to make the journey smoother.
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.
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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
Lancashire Adult Learning
MON - 24/04/2023
09:00 to 16:00
6 week course
20+ Places Remaining Cost: £1899.00
Cotton Court Business Centre
MULTIPLE DAYS PER WEEK starting - 05/06/2023
09:00 to 16:00
6 week course
This live online course is an introduction and taster to our language classes. It offers a flavour of the language, lifestyle and food of Germany at Easter. Students will hear the language and be able to say a few words and phrases linked to Easter. You will also have the opportunity to learn a little about the way the Germans celebrate their Easter season, typical customs and some traditional foods.
The course is 2.5 hours per week/session and is delivered over 1 week(s)/session(s)....
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 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 (Computing) is ideal for those who want to progress on to a degree or other higher education programme in a wide range of computing related subjects.
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.
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.
The Emergency First Aid at Work course will enable you to act as an appointed person and to take charge of the First Aid arrangements, including looking after the equipment and calling for the Emergency Services, along with specific first aid situations. The course is accredited by Qualsafe and is suitable for low risk environments. All learners need to be able to undertake a 20 question multiple choice test paper and undertake practical assessments on the floor.
This qualification is valid for 3 years with the recommendation to refresh every 12 months. There is also an option to do this as a non-accredited course, First Aid for Adults (Intermediate), with a college certificate, for anyone that doesn’t require the accredited certificate for work.
How long is the course?
6 hours (usually delivered 9.30am – 4.30pm
This course is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification, specifically designed for those who are appointed to act as a first aider in their workplace. It is also ideal for people who have a specific responsibility to provide first aid in voluntary and community activities. Over a 3 day period, students will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of first aid situations, including: assessing an incident, heart attack, cardiac arrest and CPR, managing an unresponsive casualty, choking, head and spinal injuries, fractures, anaphylaxis and more.
This qualification is valid for 3 years with the recommendation to refresh every 12 months. There is also an option to do this as a non-accredited course, First Aid for Adults - Intermediate, with a college certificate, for anyone that doesn’t require the accredited certificate for work.
How long is the course?
18 hours (usually delivered 9.30am – 4.30pm over 3 days)
This Course is designed to provide the required nationally recognised accredited award in catering at Level 2 for anyone who is involved in the preparation and provision of food to the general public.
The course content will highlight learner’s legal responsibilities, identifying risks to produce through a detailed examination of cross-contamination, cooking, chilling and cleaning practices. All learners will undertake an assessment under exam condition, which if successful will result in th...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Lancashire Adult Learning
THU - 27/04/2023
09:30 to 16:30
1 day course
11 Places Remaining Cost: £20.00
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 07/06/2023
09:30 to 12:30
4 week course
This level 2 qualification has been designed to give learners an understanding of how to recognise and respond to substance misuse, solvents and volatile substance misuse, and options and interventions for those affected by substance misuse. ...
This free course (for Lancashire residents) will provide learners with the knowledge and basic lifesaving skills needed to assess and respond to a child or infant that is unresponsive and not breathing. The skills will include how to deliver cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on a child and baby and how to access and use a defibrillator. Learners will also be able to recognise and treat choking. This course can be accessed either as a live online course or alternatively in a classroom face to f...
This session will incorporate the ‘Be Food Smart’ campaign from Change 4 Life. We will focus on identifying how much sugar, salt and saturated fat is hidden in the foods and drink we consume and how eating too much of these can negatively affect our health. This session will raise awareness of different foods that are said to negatively impact on health. You will
spend time reflecting on your own diet and where you could make changes in relation to eating healthier and Less of what’s bad f...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
THU - 15/06/2023
13:00 to 15:00
1 week course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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.
This Level 1 accredited qualification is designed to prepare learners for further learning and training, whilst developing an understanding of the teaching and learning environment in a school setting, how to support the wellbeing of a child or young person and child, and young person development.
The qualification is aimed at a range of learners who are thinking of working in a school setting. This course is ideal for anyone wishing to progress onto teaching assistant training.
Learners do not need to be working or undertaking practical placements to take this qualification.
The awarding body for this qualification is Cache and it will be accredited through Lancashire Adult Learning.This qualification is designed for a wide range of learners who wish to understand the approaches to care and support of those with mental health problems.
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....
Never before have we had had so many methods of connecting with others as we have now. Yet despite this, many of us often feel isolated and lonely. This course is the first step in improving true connections in your life and the lives of others.
Connect is one of the Five Ways to Wellbeing, which are evidence-based actions that are the most effective for improving/maintaining our mental health and wellbeing. It will help you identify the kinds of connections that affirm you rather than drain yo...
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
It may seem like a lot of work to prepare healthy meals at home, especially when you don't have much time. Sometimes it can be easier to grab take-out food on the way home from work.
However, you may be surprised at how quickly home prepared meals can come together. On this short course you will learn how to prepare tasty and healthy meals using fresh ingredients and
shop bought products. Recipes that you will prepare and cook include baked chicken and rice and tasty soups. You will also discov...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
TUE - 16/05/2023
09:30 to 12:00
2 week course
12 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Vanguard Centre Burnley
TUE - 06/06/2023
10:00 to 12:30
2 week course
15 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
It’s easy to focus on what’s wrong with us, but how often do we focus on what’s right with us?
This course enables you recognise and improve your levels of confidence and self-esteem by recognising your skills, strengths and achievements in order to build you up and improve your overall wellbeing.
By working on your confidence, you will affect not only your own life, but the lives of those around you, enabling you to move forward towards your goals.
The course is two and a half hours per ...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Cleveleys Group Practice
MON - 17/04/2023
09:30 to 12:00
2 week course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
MON - 05/06/2023
09:30 to 12:00
2 week course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Whether you want a website for personal or business use, this course will guide you through the steps to create a site that you can be proud of, using a vast amount of FREE resources using world renowned website building platform, Wordpress.
If a creative taster session at your local venue has got you inspired, then you can progress onto this course to try out more Arts based activities on this next step course. This course provides a chance to get creative and try out a range of Arts techniques. We will work with a range of mediums and activities including, paper, collage, sewing, and mark making. Take time out to relax and try new things using minimal materials, that you can easily continue with at home.
The course is 2.5 hours across 4 weeks.
If a creative taster session at your local library has got you inspired, then you can progress onto this course to try out more Arts based activities on this next step course. This course provides a chance to get creative and try out a range of Arts techniques. We will work with a range of mediums and activities including, paper, collage, sewing, and mark making. Take time out to relax and try new things using minimal materials, that you can easily continue with at home.
The course is 2.5 hours across 4 weeks.
This programme provides an overview of Dementia and is delivered by a dementia champion. All participants have the opportunity to become Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Friends.
This Course is designed for face to face community delivery. You will require basic level (level 2) maths and English skills, the ability to read and follow instructions and participate in group discussions.
This course is for beginners and no prior experience in the subject field is necessary.
Course Overview:
This course is designed to encourage confidence and take the stress out of drawing in order that it can be embraced as a relaxing and mindful activity. You will be introduced to a range o...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Fulwood Library
THU - 20/04/2023
13:30 to 16:00
1 day course
15 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Clitheroe Castle Museum
TUE - 06/06/2023
09:30 to 12:00
1 day course
This course is now full Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Heysham Library
WED - 07/06/2023
10:00 to 12:30
1 day course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
This Course is designed for face to face community delivery. You will require basic level (level 2) maths and English skills, the ability to read and follow instructions and participate in group discussions.
This course is for beginners and no prior experience in the subject field is necessary.
Course Overview:
This course is designed to encourage confidence and take the stress out of drawing in order that it can be embraced as a relaxing and mindful activity. You will be introduced to a range o...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
TUE - 20/06/2023
09:30 to 12:00
1 day course
10 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
TUE - 11/07/2023
13:30 to 16:00
1 day course
11 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Make this Easter extra special with your own edible gifts. There is no gift as special as something homemade so join us for this short course that will inspire you to get creative this Easter. From Easter biscuits to delicious chocolate brownies this course is a great introduction to the kitchen and is perfectly suited to those with little or no previous experience. The course is 2.5 hours.
Gardening and growing your own plants, vegetables and flowers can bring a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits. This 7-week course is a great way to develop a wide range of gardening skills to apply in work or your own garden.
Learning or improving your English will help you in all aspects of life, including social skills, studying and getting a job. If English isn’t your first language, our ESOL courses will help you to improve your speaking, reading, writing, listening, grammar and punctuation.
This free online course will provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to be able to safely administer emergency first aid in variety of situations. This is a progression course from the Basic Lifesaving Skills session which learners will need to attend first.
How long is the course?
2.5 hours per session over 4 weeks.
Forthcoming Start Dates
St Saviour’s Church
FRI - 23/06/2023
09:30 to 12:30
2 week course
7 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
This is a live online Intermediate course designed to widen your vocabulary and develop fluency in the German language. This course will enable you to initiate and participate in a range of communicative scenarios in speech and in writing.
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.
The aim of this unit is to develop the learner’s awareness and knowledge of basic skills to get into counselling.
How long is the course?
The course content is designed to take around 10 hours to complete and learners will receive support to complete the course where necessary.
3 hours per week for 2 weeks plus some directed independent study
This course is an introduction to meditation. Meditation has long been regarded as a beneficial technique to help calm the mind and body to improve wellbeing. The practice requires no special equipment and can be done anywhere making it an inclusive skill for all to learn.
It is suitable for all ages and abilities; including beginners, intermediate and advanced.
The course is 2 hours per session and is delivered over two individual sessions or weeks.
What will I learn?
You will learn what m...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
MON - 05/06/2023
09:30 to 12:00
2 week course
This course is now full Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
TUE - 11/07/2023
13:30 to 16:00
2 week course
8 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
The aim of this course is to introduce the learners to the role of a mentor including the advantages and disadvantages of mentoring. They will then look at mentoring agreements and explore the difference between informal and formal agreements. Finally, they will investigate the support available to mentors. Learners will look at the role that effective communication plays in successful mentoring and explore the setting in which mentoring may be put into practice.
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.
**After enrolment you will be given details to access our Moodle platform. This is not an automated response; you will be emailed by one of our tutors within seven days of enrolment** This is a self direct learning course through our online learning platform Moodle. Tutor support is avilable via email. You will complete tasks and activities on Moodle and progress to the following week. You will need to have access to the internet and the Microsoft Office PowerPoint package to complete this cour...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 21/02/2023
18:00 to 19:00
6 week course
20 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 18/04/2023
18:00 to 19:00
6 week course
15 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/06/2023
18:00 to 19:00
6 week course
18 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
**After enrolment you will be given details to access our Moodle platform. This is not an automated response; you will be emailed by one of our tutors within seven days of enrolment** This is a self direct learning course through our online learning platform Moodle. Tutor support is avilable via email. You will complete tasks and activities on Moodle and progress to the following week. You will need to have access to the internet and the Microsoft Office Word package to complete this course.
...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 22/02/2023
18:00 to 19:00
5 week course
20 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 19/04/2023
18:00 to 19:00
6 week course
17 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 07/06/2023
18:00 to 19:00
5 week course
19 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
The aim of this programme is to introduce learners to the Health & Social Care sector as an option for sustained employment.
The course is designed to allow learners to understand what it takes to work in health and social care 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 pathw...
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 online course will provide Learners with a focus on the study of the basic principles of health and safety, including hazards and risks within the workplace....
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
MON - 12/06/2023
09:30 to 12:30
4 week course
13 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
The purpose of this qualification is to introduce learners into health and social care. The course looks at types of organisations, roles and skills required as well as career opportunities across the sector. It will look at skills and knowledge to develop prior to moving into further employment or education.
The awarding body for this qualification is Cache and it will be accredited through Lancashire Adult Learning.
The aim of this course is to provide learners with an understanding of Autism Spectrum Condition, person-centred approach and knowledge of the importance of relevant communication skills when working with individuals on the Autistic Spectrum.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health ...
This qualification aims to raise learner’s awareness of the impact of alcohol abuse on themselves and others. They will learn about the strength of different alcoholic drinks, the causes of excessive use of alcohol and will also learn about agencies that can help/support those abusing alcohol.
Learners will also explore the types of drug available, their effect on users and the impact of drug misuse on those linked to drug user, the user’s own health and finally, issues associated with wit...
Gardening and growing your own plants, vegetables and flowers can bring a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits. However, for some, starting out can seem quite daunting, so this 3-week course is a perfect introduction to gardening and growing. You don’t need to have experience, or access to a garden because our expert teachers will adapt the content so you can experience the benefits, even if you only have a small yard or windowsill. The course is delivered 2.5 hours per session over 3 w...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Linkbridge Community Support Centre
TUE - 18/04/2023
13:30 to 16:00
3 week course
13 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
TUE - 04/07/2023
13:30 to 16:00
2 week course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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.
This face to face course is one of our short courses within languages. It offers a flavour of Sicilian culture, lifestyle and language. It also encourages learners to take notice of the very antique Sicilian culture. Learners will also listen to some Italian words and phrases too.
As many aspects of the culture and lifestyle of an island encourages people to talk about, the course encourages you to connect with other class members to share your experiences, do some research yourself and pass on ...
Introduction
This face to face course is one of our short courses within languages. It offers a flavour of Italian culture, lifestyle and language. It also encourages learners to take notice of the very diverse Italian culture. Learners will also listen to some Italian words and phrases too.
As many aspects of the culture and lifestyle of a country encourages people to talk about, the course encourages you to connect with other class members to share your experiences, do some research yourself...
This face to face course is one of our short courses within languages. It offers a flavour of Italian culture, lifestyle and language. It also encourages learners to take notice of the very diverse Italian culture. Learners will also listen to some Italian words and phrases too.
As many aspects of the culture and lifestyle of a country encourages people to talk about, the course encourages you to connect with other class members to share your experiences, do some research yourself and pass on your knowledge to others. Learners could take the inspiration from the class for further individual research and to plan their own trip to some of these localities which are mentioned in class.
No prior knowledge is required just an interest in people and places and a desire to learn about the amazing stories of this county. Learners are encouraged to bring their own stories and research on the topic to share with the group.
How will I Learn?
• Your course will be delivered by a subject specialist in classroom.
• You will be encouraged to carry your own researches at home using the internet on your device or other resources.
• Some of the course content will also be accessible via our online learning sites.
The course is 2.5 hours per week/session and is delivered over 2 weeks/sessions.
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....
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 27/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 24/04/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
- 04/09/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 27/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 24/04/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
- 04/09/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
This programme is designed for any learner that wants to raise their awareness of mental health and the problems that can cause mental ill health.
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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 09/01/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/02/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 27/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
- 04/09/2023
This course is now full Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
This programme provides learners with increased awareness of a range of common health conditions and their effects on individuals. Completing this qualification can support learners with moving into a healthcare role and gaining employment within the Health and Social Care sector.
Learners will investigate a range of specific conditions in more depth and develop their understanding of how t support individuals with these conditions.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 27/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 24/04/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
- 04/09/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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.
This programme is aimed to support learners who work or volunteer in an advice role, in a range of areas from careers guidance or pastoral support in schools or colleges, to supporting clients in areas such as drug or alcohol rehabilitation services; with family or confidence issues and clients who require domestic abuse support. The focus is on determining the Clients requirements and ensuring relevant signposting or referral to other agencies
The purpose of this programme is to give learners the skills to support colleagues with mental health problems. These skills will be gained by increasing the learner’s knowledge and understanding of mental health conditions and the principles of mental health first aid and how this can be implemented in the workplace.
This qualification is suitable for learners who wish to raise awareness of mental health, creating a culture of care and the promotion of positive mental health. This course gives learners the opportunity to understand mental health, its associated care and how this can be applied to learners or colleagues in the workplace.
This course may also be useful to develop your career further if you work in customer service, housing, voluntary sector, sport and recreation, hospitality or travel and tourism.
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 17/04/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
- 04/09/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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.
This programme is for learners who want to develop their understanding of Dementia and learn how best to support individuals affected by it. The course covers positive communication techniques and person-centred approaches that consider individual needs. Learners will explore how to provide professional and personal attention during the illness when individuals may be experiencing symptoms like confusion and forgetting things previously known just yesterday.
These may be learners who wish to ac...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/02/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 27/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 24/04/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
- 04/09/2023
This course is now full Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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.
This programme is aimed to support learners wishing to work or volunteer in a retail role, or those already working in this role aiming to gain a further qualification or knowledge of this area. The course will provide learners with an overview of working in a Retail environment and support further knowledge of this enabling them to utilise their learning within either an interview to support their search for work or their day to day role.
This programme is for learners who want to develop the skills needed to recognise and prevent radicalisation and extremism. Learners will learn about the principles of safeguarding and about the importance of the prevent duty and British values in society.
Understanding safeguarding and prevention at level 2 can benefit the wider safeguarding practices within the workplace.
These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/02/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 27/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 24/04/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
- 04/09/2023
This course is now full Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
The purpose of this qualification is to educate individuals in spotting signs of self-harm and suicide and helping to prevent further harm by encouraging individuals to seek help. The qualification is designed to apply to a range of circumstances, including upskilling individuals with a safeguarding responsibilities in a range of workplace and community settings.
The qualification is also designed to educate individuals of all ages; increasing knowledge and encouraging conversation in all aspects of society that could prevent individuals hurting themselves or deaths by suicide.
This qualification is designed to reach many individuals to try to combat the rising rate of self-harm and suicide.
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/02/2023
02:00 to 08:00
12 week course
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 27/03/2023
02:00 to 08:00
12 week course
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
- 04/09/2023
This course is now full Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
This programme is designed for any learner that wants to gain and understanding of autism and the principles of supporting autistic individuals.
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....
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 09/01/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/02/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 27/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 24/04/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
- 04/09/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
This qualification aims to develop learner’s knowledge and skills in the area of children and young people’s mental health. Learners will develop their understanding of the factors that can affect mental health and a range of conditions experienced by children and young people.
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 ...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 09/01/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/02/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 27/03/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 24/04/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
- 04/09/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
This qualification aims to increase learners’ knowledge and understanding of common childhood illnesses to enable them to support the development and wellbeing of infants and children they support/care for. Learners will explore how to provide a safe and healthy environment for babies and children and how to recognise when a child is unwell. This course is a great opportunity to upskill and development knowledge to support a role in childcare settings.
Learners who wish to access this trainin...
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.
This programme prepares learners for tackling outbreaks of infection in hospitals and healthcare settings and develops their understanding of causes of infection, how it can be spread and controlled.
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....
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 06/02/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
Flexible Start Dates Available from: 24/04/2023
20+ Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
- 04/09/2023
This course is now full Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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 un...
The aim of this programme is to support and prepare learners in gaining employment as a Healthcare Support Worker in a mental health setting for Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust.
The course is designed to allow learners to understand what it takes to work in a Mental Health setting whilst supporting them to gain relevant qualifications for the role of a Healthcare Support worker.
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 progression.
The design of the programme was in collaboration with LSCFT and Guild Lodge to create a programme that would prepare learners for stepping into the Health Care Assistant role. Staff from LSCFT will support employability sessions to give a valuable insight into the expectations of applicants and support them through the job application process. A two placement is included in the programme to experience the role and the environment of a mental health unit.
This session is designed to support people who has the early stages of dementia or the family, carers or friends of people with dementia.
The session aids the attendees in building a memory box/bag which will hold and trigger-happy memories and support a wellbeing mindfulness.
A memory box is a time capsule that connects an individual or group of people with the past through the items that the box/bag contains. It can stimulate memory as well as aid in preserving treasured memories. ...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Tarleton Library
MON - 15/05/2023
13:30 to 16:00
1 day course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Kingsfold Library
TUE - 16/05/2023
09:30 to 12:00
1 day course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Leyland Library
TUE - 16/05/2023
09:30 to 12:00
1 day course
This course is now full Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Chorley Library
WED - 17/05/2023
09:30 to 12:00
1 day course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Rawtenstall Library
THU - 17/05/2023
09:30 to 12:00
1 day course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Cleveleys Library
FRI - 19/05/2023
09:30 to 12:00
1 day course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Lytham Library
WED - 24/05/2023
09:30 to 12:00
1 day course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Ansdell Library
THU - 25/05/2023
10:00 to 12:30
1 day course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Longton Library
TUE - 13/06/2023
09:30 to 12:00
1 day course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
We offer short, flexible FREE Functional Skills Maths and English courses online and across Lancashire at a wide range of venues, which will help you develop skills for life, work or if you are looking for employment.
This programme provides learners with an awareness of mental health and the problems that can cause mental ill health.
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....
This qualification is for people who wish to raise their awareness of the signs and symptoms associated with mental health problems both related to the workplace and in the general public.
How long is the course?
6.5 hours over 2 sessions/weeks.
This Course is designed for face to face community delivery. You will require basic level (level 2) maths and English skills, the ability to read and follow instructions and participate in group discussions.
This course is for beginners and no prior experience in the subject field is necessary.
Course Overview:
Explore the benefits of drawing and Mindful doodling. Explore line, pattern and tone to create pleasing designs and enjoy the process. This taster sessions aims to introduce you simple dr...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
TUE - 13/06/2023
09:30 to 12:00
1 day course
9 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
TUE - 18/07/2023
13:30 to 16:00
1 day course
12 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
This Course is designed for face to face community delivery. You will require basic level (level 2) maths and English skills, the ability to read and follow instructions and participate in group discussions.
This course is for beginners and no prior experience in the subject field is necessary.
Course Overview:
Explore the benefits of drawing and Mindful doodling. Explore line, pattern and tone to create pleasing designs and enjoy the process. This taster sessions aims to introduce you simple dr...
What we think and how we see the world has a huge impact on our wellbeing and life direction. Negativity is all around us and it’s difficult sometimes to focus on the positive- in fact, our brains are geared to spot the negatives!
But you can learn to think differently and learn to ‘rewire your brain!
The intention of this course is to enable you to spot, challenge and change the negative thoughts and attitudes that hold you back. As a result, you will become more resilient, hopeful, energis...
Forthcoming Start Dates
Online Course
MON - 15/05/2023
13:30 to 16:00
2 week course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Leyland Library
TUE - 04/07/2023
13:30 to 16:00
1 day course
Few Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
Online Course
TUE - 11/07/2023
09:30 to 12:00
2 week course
10 Places Remaining Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
This qualification is for Learners who have a keen interest in automotive maintenance and repair and are looking to progress within this or the engineering industry. This qualification will provide Learners with the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills at the level suiting their ability at entry.
This qualification has been designed to be practical, engaging and motivating, to support Learners in gaining the key knowledge and skills typically required by automotive maintenance and...
The Study Skills for Progression course is aimed at anyone who is planning to start a Level 3 or Access course in September 2023. This course will develop a range of study skills to support the learning transition to Access and other Higher Education courses.
Our friendly and experienced tutors will introduce key skills such as academic writing, referencing and practical ICT to prepare learners for their next steps. Learners will be given the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the f...
During this ONLINE (TEAMS) Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) session, you will meet College staff and the Railway Programme Tutor. Please read all information before clicking enrol.
The IAG session will last approximately 2 hours, including your online initial assessment.
We will provide all the information you need to decide about the Railway Maintenance training opportunity we offer and the type of work available in the industry.
We will ensure that you are suitable for the programme, ...
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.
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.
Fancy giving ‘grow your own’ a go but not too sure how to get started? It doesn't matter if you are a planting pro, or have a balcony or window box to get your seeds shooting! This event will give you top tips to make the most of your space. Join us on our online live sowing session and get your seedlings started with practical advice and support from our teachers. Resource packs are provided with compost pellets, seeds, and more! (Adults only; to take part with children join our Sow and Gro...
Do you fancy giving ‘grow your own’ a go with your family but not too sure how to get started? Our FREE online live virtual session is perfect for those with primary school-aged children. This session will include seed planting and sowing, as well as arts and crafts activities using natural materials you can find in your garden or while out on a walk....
This course takes a mindful approach to yoga, focusing on how it makes you feel. We don’t place emphasis on attaining certain poses or yoga positions it is about the “felt experience”. You will learn gentle and restorative yoga and breathing practices that will enable you to slow down creating a sense of calm and wellbeing physically, mentally and emotionally.
This course is suitable for all ages and abilities; including beginners, intermediate and advanced. If you can breathe you can do Yoga.
= Can I get help with my fees?
Please note that our courses are eligible for adults aged 19+ who live in Lancashire. Find out more here.