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  • Get Into Working In an Early Years Setting
    Employability

    Online
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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      FRI - 21/04/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      4 week course
      10 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      MON - 15/05/2023
      12:00 to 14:30
      4 week course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      THU - 08/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      4 week course
      10 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Get Into Working in Schools and Colleges
    Childcare and Education
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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Sahara in Preston Ltd
      TUE - 18/04/2023
      12:30 to 15:00
      3 week course
      6 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      MON - 15/05/2023
      12:30 to 15:00
      2 week course
      12 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Whitefield Infant School & Nursery Unit
      WED - 14/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      4 week course
      12 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      FRI - 16/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      4 week course
      11 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      MON - 19/06/2023
      12:00 to 14:30
      4 week course
      8 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      TUE - 27/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      4 week course
      11 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • A Taste of Germany, Language, Food and Lifestyle
    Humanities
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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Knott End Library
      TUE - 28/03/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Eccleston Library
      THU - 30/03/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      THU - 18/05/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      12 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Rishton Library
      TUE - 04/07/2023
      15:00 to 17:30
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • A Taste of Germany, Language, Food and Lifestyle at Easter
    Humanities

    Online
    Online
    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)....
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  • A Taste of Italy, Language, Food and Lifestyle
    Languages
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  • A Taste of Spain, Language Food and Lifestyle
    Humanities
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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Lytham Library
      FRI - 31/03/2023
      13:00 to 15:30
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      MON - 15/05/2023
      18:30 to 21:00
      1 day course
      12 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Coppull Library
      FRI - 07/07/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Access to HE Diploma (Business and Law)
    First Steps to Higher Education
    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.
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  • Access to HE Diploma (Computing)
    First Steps to Higher Education
    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.
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  • Access to HE Diploma - Routes into Health & Social Care
    First Steps to Higher Education
    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.
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  • Access to HE Diploma - Routes into Social Science
    First Steps to Higher Education
    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.
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  • Assertiveness training
    Employability

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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      TUE - 27/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:30
      1 day course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Award in Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3
    Health and Safety
    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
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  • Award in First Aid at Work Level 3
    Health and Social Care
    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)
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Lancaster Methodist Church
      FRI - 05/05/2023
      09:30 to 16:30
      3 week course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: £150.00
    • Lancashire Adult Learning
      THU - 15/06/2023
      09:30 to 16:30
      3 week course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: £150.00
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  • Award in Food Safety in Catering Level 2
    Health and Safety
    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
      8 Places Remaining
      Cost: £20.00
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  • Award in Substance Misuse Level 2
    Health and Social Care
    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. ...
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  • Basic Awareness of Paediatric First Aid
    Health and Safety
    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...
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  • Be Food Smart
    Food Safety

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Bookkeeping Skills Level 1
    Employability
    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.
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  • CACHE Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools
    Childcare and Education
    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.
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  • CACHE Level 1 Caring for Children
    Childcare and Education

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  • Certificate in Understanding Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Level 2
    Health and Social Care

    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.
     

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  • Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent Level 2
    Health and Social Care
    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....
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  • Confidence & Resilience Training
    Volunteering

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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      FRI - 31/03/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      MON - 26/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:30
      1 day course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Connect for Wellbeing
    Health and Wellbeing
    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...
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  • Construction Multiskills
    Construction
    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
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  • Cooking Healthy Meals on a Budget
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Create Your Own: Self-Care Pamper Hamper
    Health and Wellbeing

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    Online
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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      FRI - 05/05/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      TUE - 06/06/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Clitheroe Library
      THU - 08/06/2023
      09:30 to 11:45
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      WED - 14/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Longridge Library
      FRI - 16/06/2023
      09:30 to 11:45
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Longton Library
      FRI - 23/06/2023
      09:30 to 11:45
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Morecambe Library
      MON - 26/06/2023
      13:00 to 15:15
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Nelson Library
      FRI - 30/06/2023
      09:30 to 11:45
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Poulton Library
      MON - 03/07/2023
      13:00 to 15:15
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      THU - 06/07/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      12 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Create Your Own: Tiny Terrarium
    Horticulture
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  • Creating a More Confident You
    Health and Wellbeing
    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
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  • Creating a Professional Wordpress Website
    IT and Digital

    Online
    Online

    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. 

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  • Creative Communities
    Art and Media
    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.
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  • Creative Libraries
    Art and Media
    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.
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  • Creative Wellbeing - Easter Crafts
    Art and Media

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  • Creative Wellbeing: Recycled Crafts
    Art and Media
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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Cleveleys Group Practice
      WED - 28/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      2 week course
      9 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      TUE - 04/07/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      2 week course
      11 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Creative Writing - Intermediate
    Humanities

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    Online
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  • Dementia Awareness
    Volunteering
    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.
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  • Discover Early Tudor England 1470 - 1547
    Humanities
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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Heysham Library
      WED - 10/05/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Lytham Library
      WED - 07/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Discover: Lancashire
    Humanities
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  • Drawing for Relaxation
    Art and Media
    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
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  • Drawing for Relaxation
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Edible Easter Gifts
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Entry Level 3 Practical Gardening Skills
    Horticulture
    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.
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  • EQUAL Assessment: Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration
    Employability

    Online
    Online
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  • ESOL
    ESOL

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Essential First Aid
    Health and Safety
    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
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  • Experimental Drawing and Painting for Beginners
    Art and Media

    Online
    Online
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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      TUE - 27/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      4 week course
      7 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Express Yourself with Paint
    Art and Media
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  • Express Yourself with Paint
    Art and Media

    Online
    Online
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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      TUE - 04/07/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      11 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Fun with Felt Fabric
    Art and Media
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    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Clitheroe Castle Museum
      TUE - 18/07/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • German Advanced
    Languages

    Online
    Online
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  • German for Beginners
    Languages

    Online
    Online
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  • German Intermediate (Live Online Classroom)
    Languages

    Online
    Online

    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.

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  • German Pre-Intermediate
    Languages

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Get Into Counselling
    Health and Social Care
    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
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • The Waterside Centre
      FRI - 05/05/2023
      09:30 to 12:30
      3 week course
      16 Places Remaining
      Cost: £25.00
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  • Get Into Meditation
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Get into Mentoring in Health & Social Care Settings
    Health and Social Care
    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.
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  • Get Started with: Email
    IT and Digital

    Online
    Online
    ...
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  • Get Started with: Microsoft Excel
    IT and Digital

    Online
    Online
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      20/02/2023
      19:00 to 20:00
      5 week course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      17/04/2023
      19:00 to 20:00
      6 week course
      This course is now full
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      05/06/2023
      19:00 to 20:00
      6 week course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Get Started with: Microsoft Powerpoint
    IT and Digital

    Online
    Online
    **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
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  • Get Started with: Microsoft Word
    IT and Digital

    Online
    Online
    **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
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  • Grow Your Own: Herbs & Salad
    Health and Wellbeing
    There’s nothing like cooking up a delicious meal with food that you’ve grown at home with your

    own hands. Whether you have a garden, yard, or even just a windowsill, you can grow herbs which

    can level up your cooking, boost your wellbeing and even provide food and a habitat for our

    precious wildlife.

    The course runs for 2 ½ hours
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • ​​The Plough​ Lancaster
      MON - 19/06/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      13 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      TUE - 27/06/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      10 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      TUE - 18/07/2023
      09:30 to 11:30
      1 day course
      10 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Health & Social Care: Work Ready Skills
    Health and Social Care
    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...
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  • Health & Wellbeing for Speakers of Other Languages
    Health and Wellbeing
    ...
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  • Health and Safety In Construction Programme
    Employability
    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.
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  • Health and Safety in the Workplace Level 1
    Health and Safety

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Health and Social Care Certificate Level 1
    Health and Social Care
    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.
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  • Healthy Weight & Cookery
    Health and Wellbeing
    ...
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  • Home Exercise for Beginners
    Health and Wellbeing
    ...
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  • Intro to Volunteering
    Employability

    Online
    Online
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      WED - 03/05/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      THU - 04/05/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      MON - 05/06/2023
      13:00 to 16:00
      1 day course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      TUE - 06/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:30
      1 day course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Introduction to Autism Spectrum Condition Level 1
    Health and Social Care
    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 ...
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  • Introduction to Chair Based Yoga
    Health and Wellbeing
    ...
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  • Introduction to Creative Writring
    Humanities
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Rishton Library
      THU - 27/04/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      2 week course
      This course is now full
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Lytham Library
      WED - 28/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      2 week course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Haslingden Library
      TUE - 11/07/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      2 week course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Awareness
    Health and Social Care
    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...
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  • Introduction to Gardening Skills
    Health and Wellbeing
    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
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  • It's A Man's Life - Men's Health Awareness
    Health and Wellbeing
    ...
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  • Italian Absolute Beginners
    Languages

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Italian Experienced Beginners
    Languages

    Online
    Online
    ...
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  • Italian Short Course: Amazing Sicily
    Languages

    Online
    Online
    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 ...
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  • Italian Short Course: Culture and Cuisine
    Languages

    Online
    Online
    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...
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  • Italian Short Course: Regional Culture & Cuisine
    Humanities

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Just Breathe…….
    Health and Wellbeing
    ...
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  • King's Coronation Event
    Family Learning

    Online
    Online
    ...
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  • LCC Recruitment Roadshow
    Employability
    ...
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  • Learn the Basics of Embroidery
    Art and Media
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Ingol Library
      TUE - 21/02/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      6 week course
      9 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Oswaldtwistle Library
      TUE - 06/06/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      6 week course
      This course is now full
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Coal Clough Library
      FRI - 09/06/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      6 week course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Learn to Make: Healthy Meals in a Microwave
    Health and Wellbeing
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Wesley’s Church Road Community Methodist
      THU - 23/03/2023
      10:00 to 12:30
      2 week course
      12 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Haslingden Community Link
      TUE - 04/07/2023
      10:00 to 12:30
      2 week course
      12 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Level 1 Award in Alcohol Awareness (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      06/03/2023
      02:00 to 08:00
      6 week course
      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
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  • Level 1 Award in Substance Misuse (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 1 Certificate in Practical Horticulture Skills
    Horticulture
    ...
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  • Level 1 Certificate in Well-Being
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      20/09/2022
      18:00 to 21:00
      12 week course
      17 Places Remaining
      Cost: £95.00
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  • Level 1 in Practical Horticulture Skills
    Horticulture
    ...
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity (EQUAL)
    Employability

    Online
    Online
    ...
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning
    Employability

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance
    Employability

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration (EQUAL)
    Employability

    Online
    Online
    ...
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service
    Employability

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading
    Employability

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Retail Operations
    Employability

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent & British Values (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Self Harm, Suicide Awareness & Prevention
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children & Young Peoples Mental Health (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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...
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Environmental Sustainability (EQUAL)
    Employability

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Level 2 Certificate on Principles of Prevention & Control of Infection (EQUAL)
    Health and Social Care

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Technology
    Construction

    Online
    Online
    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...
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  • LSCFT Mental Health Healthcare Support Worker Pre-Employment Training Programme
    Health and Social Care
    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.
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  • Making a Memory Box
    Art and Media
    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
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  • Master your Craft Knife - Create Simple paper shapes and Silhouettes
    Art and Media
    ...
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  • Maths and English Functional Skills (FREE Vocational alternative to GCSEs)
    Maths and English

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Medieaval Monastaries
    Humanities
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Knott End Library
      THU - 29/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      This course is now full
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Oswaldtwistle Library
      TUE - 18/07/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Medieval Lancashire
    Humanities
    ...
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  • Mental Health Awareness
    Volunteering

    Online
    Online
    This programme provides an overview of the mental health and wellbeing fundamentals. ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      WED - 29/03/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • St Laurence's Church Hall - Chorley
      TUE - 11/07/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Mental Health Awareness Level 2
    Health and Social Care
    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....
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  • Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace
    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.
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Accrington & Rossendale College
      THU - 04/07/2023
      09:30 to 16:30
      2 week course
      6 Places Remaining
      Cost: £150.00
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  • Mindful Doodling
    Art and Media

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Mindful Doodling
    Art and Media
    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...
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  • Mindset Matters
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    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
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  • Motor Vehicle General Maintenance
    Construction
    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...
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  • Negotiation Skills for Relationships
    Employability

    Online
    Online
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      WED - 21/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:30
      1 day course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Next Steps in Using: Microsoft Powerpoint
    IT and Digital

    Online
    Online
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      23/02/2023
      18:00 to 19:00
      6 week course
      19 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      20/04/2023
      18:00 to 19:00
      6 week course
      17 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      08/06/2023
      18:00 to 19:00
      6 week course
      20 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Next Steps in Using: Microsoft Word
    IT and Digital

    Online
    Online
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      23/02/2023
      18:00 to 19:00
      6 week course
      18 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      20/04/2023
      18:00 to 19:00
      6 week course
      20 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      08/06/2023
      18:00 to 19:00
      6 week course
      19 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Next Steps using a Professional Wordpress Website
    IT and Digital

    Online
    Online
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      THU - 15/06/2023
      18:00 to 21:00
      3 week course
      15 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Next Steps with: Microsoft Excel
    IT and Digital

    Online
    Online
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      23/02/2023
      18:00 to 19:00
      5 week course
      6 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
      16 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Online Course
      Flexible Start Dates
      Available from:
      07/06/2023
      18:00 to 19:00
      6 week course
      18 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Planning & Facilitating Exercise with Older Adults
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      MON - 10/10/2022
      18:00 to 20:00
      34 week course
      20+ Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Pre Access Programme
    Health and Social Care
    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...
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  • Quick Ways to Improve Your Mood
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Online Course
      THU - 30/03/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Heysham Library
      TUE - 18/04/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Rishton Library
      THU - 29/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      12 Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Quick Ways to Sleep Well
    Health and Wellbeing
    ...
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  • Railway Maintenance IAG
    Employability

    Online
    Online
    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, ...
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  • Relax for Wellbeing
    Health and Wellbeing
    ...
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  • Slow Down and De-Stress Through Creativity
    Health and Wellbeing
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Clitheroe Castle Museum
      TUE - 18/04/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Knott End Library
      THU - 20/04/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      6 week course
      This course is now full
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Parbold Library
      THU - 11/05/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Colne Library
      MON - 15/05/2023
      13:00 to 15:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Fulwood Library
      THU - 08/06/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Spanish Advanced Term 2
    Languages
    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.
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  • Spanish Intermediate
    Languages

    Online
    Online
    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.
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  • Spanish Post-Intermediate Term 3
    Languages

    Online
    Online
    ...
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  • Spring Sow and Grow
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    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...
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  • Spring Sow and Grow for Families
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    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....
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  • Stop and Look - Capturing Seasonal Changes through Arts and Crafts
    Art and Media
    ...
    Forthcoming Start Dates
    • Coal Clough Library
      FRI - 12/05/2023
      09:15 to 11:45
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Longton Library
      WED - 07/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Clayton Green Library
      TUE - 13/06/2023
      09:30 to 12:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Haslingden Library
      TUE - 13/06/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
    • Lytham Library
      THU - 15/06/2023
      13:30 to 16:00
      1 day course
      Few Places Remaining
      Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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  • Take Notice for Wellbeing - Using Mindfulness Techniques to Notice the World Around You
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    ...
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  • Yoga for Stress and Anxiety
    Health and Wellbeing

    Online
    Online
    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.
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Please note that our courses are eligible for adults aged 19+ who live in Lancashire. Find out more here.

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