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AAT Award in Bookkeeping L1
Employability
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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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  FRI - 25/04/2025
  13:00 to 16:00
  11 week course
  
  8 Places Remaining
  Cost: £156.00
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Access to Higher Education Diploma (Business)
First Steps to Higher Education
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In Venue
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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Nelson and Colne College
  
  - 02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Access to Higher Education Diploma (Computing)
First Steps to Higher Education
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In Venue
In Venue
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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Nelson and Colne College
  
  - 02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Access to Higher Education Diploma (Education)
First Steps to Higher Education
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In Venue
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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  - 02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Access to Higher Education Diploma (Law)
First Steps to Higher Education
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In Venue
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.

Access Higher Education Diploma in Law is aimed at learners who want to go onto study law, criminology and policing alongside other related careers at University.

The course will enable you to gain a deeper understanding of how the law works in practice and legal precedent.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Nelson and Colne College
  
  - 02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing and Allied Healthcare)
First Steps to Higher Education
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In Venue
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 course consists of 30 credits of science across Biology, Chemistry and Psychology. This allows you to progress on to health related as well as various science related degrees.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  - 02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Science)
First Steps to Higher Education
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In Venue
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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  - 02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Award in Head Massage L2
Hair and Beauty
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Forthcoming Start Dates
- Nelson and Colne College
  
  WED - 19/03/2025
  17:30 to 20:30
  8 week course
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £300.00
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Award In Introductory Welding Skills - Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding - Level 1
Construction
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In Venue
The EAL Level 1 Award in Introductory Welding Skills is a Vocational Related Qualification (VRQ). It has been specifically designed for those who are interested in pursuing a career in the welding engineering sector. The qualification provides learners with a broad-based introduction to the practices and processes relating to metal inert gas welding, skills. It also develops the learner's personal skills and attributes that they need in order to develop confidence in their ability to work, learn and achieve their full potential at Level 1. It takes a hands-on approach and covers basic knowledge and skills required by someone preparing to work in the welding engineering sector.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Nelson and Colne College
  
  MON - 31/03/2025
  17:00 to 21:00
  10 week course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: £299.00
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Award in Suicide Awareness L2
Health and Social Care
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Forthcoming Start Dates
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 10/11/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges L2
Childcare and Education
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Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
This course has been designed as a progression from the Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools qualification, and will provide learners with the key knowledge and understanding needed to work in a school or college environment. There are a range of roles available within the sector and career pathways could include; administrative roles, site support roles, technical roles, volunteer roles, and roles that involve working directly with children and young people in a learning environment.
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Barbering L2
Hair and Beauty
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In Venue
The VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Barbering is a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills in; the creative art of cutting men’s hair, the specialist work of cutting facial hair and how to offer a good consultation service for clients.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  MULTIPLE DAYS PER WEEK starting - 02/12/2024
  17:30 to 20:30
  20 week course
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £1000.00
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Basic Awareness of Paediatric First Aid
Health and Social Care
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Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
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 face.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  FRI - 28/03/2025
  13:30 to 16:30
  1 day course
  
  8 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  MON - 19/05/2025
  10:00 to 13:00
  1 day course
  
  9 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Basic Life Saving Skills
First Aid
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Online or in Venue
This short session builds on the skills and knowledge gained during the Lancashire Lifesavers course. This progression course provides learners with the knowledge and basic lifesaving skills needed to effectively assess and treat someone who is not breathing. The skills will include how to conduct the primary survey and deliver cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on an adult, child and baby and how to access and use a defibrillator. This course can be accessed either as a live online course or alternatively in a classroom face to face.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  WED - 02/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  1 day course
  
  12 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  MON - 12/05/2025
  10:00 to 12:30
  1 day course
  
  8 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Business Administration L2
Employability
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In Venue
In Venue
This course is designed for learners seeking the skills and knowledge needed to work in the world of business. It will provide learners with the underpinning knowledge that is required by employees to work in a range of different environments in a business administration role.

The course will cover a wide range of subject areas to give you a great insight into the business sector. This will enable you to learn new skills or upskill your current skills and qualities. You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out administrative tasks such as how to manage information and supporting events as well as know how to apply their knowledge in a variety of industries and job roles.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  FRI - 10/01/2025
  12:30 to 15:30
  12 week course
  
  11 Places Remaining
  Cost: £195.00
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  WED - 23/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  10 week course
  
  20 Places Remaining
  Cost: £195.00
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Certificate in Skin Needling L4
Hair and Beauty
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Forthcoming Start Dates
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  WED - 22/01/2025
  14:30 to 21:00
  14 week course
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £1700.00
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Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning L2
Childcare and Education
Delivered Online

Online
Online
The Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning is for students aged 19+ who would like to become a Teaching Assistant in a school or college (ages 5-19) who have no prior experience of supporting children and young people in an educational setting. The Supporting Teaching and Learning pathway is ideal for those who wish to progress onto further qualifications or become a Teaching Assistant....
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  FRI - 01/11/2024
  09:30 to 12:30
  32 week course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: £1474.00
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Connect & Keep Learning: Creative Writing - Beyond the Basics
Art and Media
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This course is aimed at learners who would like to go beyond the basics with their creative writing skills, building on their knowledge from the previous course. Learning in more depth about key techniques that will develop writing style whether it be for personal wellbeing, enjoyment or for publication.

Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
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Connect & Keep Learning: Creative Writing - Learn the Basics
Art and Media
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This course is aimed at learners who would like to further their creative writing skills beyond the introduction. Learning more about key techniques that will develop their writing style whether it be for personal wellbeing, enjoyment or for publication. Sharing work and discussing what makes good writing and how to develop it is a key element of this course.

Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  THU - 07/05/2025
  18:00 to 20:30
  5 week course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Connect & Keep Learning: Discover Civil War lancashire 1600 - 1660
Humanities
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Forthcoming Start Dates
- Chatburn Library
  
  THU - 27/03/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  This course is now full
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- St Annes Library
  
  TUE - 24/06/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Connect & Keep Learning: Lancashire - Angel Meadow: Social History of the Industrial Revolution
Humanities
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In Venue
Focusing on an area of Manchester known as Angel Meadow; which once considered to be the worst slum in Europe, learners will explore social conditions for working people; their work, entertainment, homes,
education, immigration and employment that affected their lives. Using timelines, maps, pictures and personal accounts, learners will investigate the time.

Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Heysham Library
  
  TUE - 20/05/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Longton Library
  
  TUE - 03/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Clitheroe Castle Museum
  
  TUE - 17/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Connect & Keep Learning: The History of Lancashire Women 1840 - 1960
Humanities
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In Venue
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Forthcoming Start Dates
- Tarleton Library
  
  TUE - 04/03/2025
  16:00 to 18:30
  2 week course
  
  This course is now full
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Parbold Library
  
  THU - 13/03/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Rishton Library
  
  TUE - 18/03/2025
  16:00 to 18:30
  1 week course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Carnforth Library
  
  TUE - 22/04/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  2 week course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Longridge Library
  
  TUE - 06/05/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  2 week course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Garstang Library
  
  TUE - 24/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  2 week course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Connect & Keep Learning: The Plantagenets and England
Humanities
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In Venue
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Forthcoming Start Dates
- St Laurence's Church Hall - Chorley
  
  THU - 20/03/2025
  10:00 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  10 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Whitworth Library
  
  TUE - 17/06/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Connect & Keep Learning: Witches and Witch Trials in the 1600s
Humanities
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In Venue
Learners will explore witchcraft and the witch trials of the 1600s in Lancashire, in particular the story of the Pendle Witches. Looking at common misconceptions about witchcraft and the reasons for the Pendle Witch trials in Lancaster. Examining later witch trials and the work of the Witchfinder General as well as the demise of the ‘witch craze’.

Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Longridge Library
  
  TUE - 01/04/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  This course is now full
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Thornton Library
  
  WED - 04/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Rawtenstall Library
  
  TUE - 10/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Accrington Library
  
  WED - 11/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Creating a More Confident You
Health and Wellbeing
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In Venue
In Venue
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 session and is delivered over two individual sessions or weeks. This can be adapted to the group as required.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Leyland Library
  
  THU - 05/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  2 week course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Creative Communities
Art and Media
Delivered either online or in venue

Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Haworth Art Gallery, Accrington
  
  WED - 26/02/2025
  10:00 to 12:30
  5 week course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- St Laurence's Church Hall - Chorley
  
  WED - 23/04/2025
  10:00 to 12:30
  5 week course
  
  10 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Online Course
  
  FRI - 25/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  4 week course
  
  13 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Desk Based Exercises for Your Working Day
Health and Wellbeing
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This course is designed for those who wish to participate in accessible exercise that they can do whilst at work or working from home. When working, we can stay in the same seated position for long lengths of time. We can also gather tension from hunching over a keyboard or becoming stressed. This session aims to show simple yet effective exercises we can do to get movement back through the body and relieve tension.
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Drawing for Relaxation
Art and Media
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
This short course will introduce learners to simple drawing techniques and activities that will aid relaxation and being present (in the moment.) Learners will explore line, pattern, and tone to create visually pleasing designs whilst benefitting from the relaxing creative process. Learners will also reflect on the positive benefits engaging in creative activities can have on your mental health and wellbeing.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Pukar Disability Resource Centre
  
  THU - 03/07/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Entry Level 3 Practical Gardening Skills
Horticulture
Delivered either online or in venue

Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
Gardening and growing your own plants, vegetables and flowers can bring a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits. This course is a great way to develop a wide range of gardening skills to apply in work or your own garden. The course is suitable for complete beginners, through to those who would like to further develop their existing skills and knowledge.
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Experiment and Explore with Acryllics
Art and Media
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This course is designed for online delivery. You will require basic level (level 2) maths and English and ICT skills, the ability to read and follow instructions and participate in group discussions. You will also need a degree of confidence in using online forums and apps such as Padlet and Teams.

This course if for beginners and no prior experience in the subject field is necessary.

Course Overview:

During this course, you will expand your ideas and practice of how to use and apply a variety of acrylic painting techniques in a range of styles.

You will look at the work of different artists each week and decipher how they have achieved their work, before trying out their media and technique choices.

By completing this course, you will be introduced to the different applications of acrylic paint.

You will be introduced to the medium of acrylic paint, it’s properties and potential applications through discussing and analysing the work of other artists, viewing demonstrations and engaging in practical experiments to build competence and understanding of tools, materials, processes and techniques through elaborative interrogation and sharing of experiences and outcomes.

You will engage in a range of guided explorations of different media and applications using traditional and non – traditional tools and techniques.

You will be facilitated in reflecting on and evaluating outcomes using subject specific terminology and analytical skills.

You will discuss the properties of the work of other artists and decipher media, technique, process and personal preference before engaging in the production of informed finished pieces.

You will be asked to discuss your individual interests, aspirations and experience within the subject and take part in a range of simple exercises and discussions in order to negotiate individual learning goals. This programme is designed with beginners in mind although some learners may have some previous informal learning experience within the overall curriculum area.
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Experimental Drawing and Painting - Learn the Basics
Art and Media
Delivered either online or in venue

Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
This course is designed to serve as a taste of drawing and painting media, techniques and processes through an introduction into experimental drawing and reflective annotation.

You will engage in a range of guided explorations of wet and dry supports, media and applications using traditional and non – traditional tools and techniques.

You will be facilitated in reflecting on and evaluating outcomes using subject specific terminology and analytical skills.

You will participate in group discussions of experimental outcomes by a range of Artists from different cultures, eras and backgrounds. You will discuss the properties of the drawings and decipher media, technique, process and personal preference before engaging in the production of informed finished pieces using combined media and approaches.

This programme is designed with beginners in mind and no prior experience is necessary, although some learners may have some previous informal learning experience within the overall curriculum area.

You will be learning over five weekly sessions at 2.5 hours per session, inclusive of tidy up time!

Your tutor will be available for feedback and Q&A at designated time slots throughout the duration of your course.
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Express Yourself with Paint
Art and Media
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
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 if for beginners and no prior experience in the subject field is necessary.

Course Overview:

Focussing on process over outcome, this taster session is designed to encourage you to connect with your inner-self and the materials through the catharsis of exploring the potential of different brushes and tools to move and manipulate paint in different ways.

You will discover how to free up your style and begin your journey of self-expression through art.

You will engage in a range of guided explorations in different media to further your understanding and practice in observing and recording colour for different purposes. You will be facilitated in reflecting on and evaluating outcomes using subject specific terminology and analytical skills. You will participate in group discussions of relevant examples by a range of Artists from different cultures, eras and backgrounds.

You will be asked to discuss your individual interests, aspirations and experience within the subject and take part in a range of simple exercises and discussions in order to negotiate individual learning goals. This programme is designed with beginners in mind although some learners may have some previous informal learning experience within the overall curriculum area.

You will be learning over one weekly session at 2.5 hours, inclusive of tidying away your own materials.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Fulwood Library
  
  MON - 17/03/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  This course is now full
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Coppull Library
  
  MON - 28/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Garstang Library
  
  MON - 28/04/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Gardening in Small Spaces
Horticulture
Delivered either online or in venue

Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
This course will help you to enhance and develop your growing space however small it might be. You may have a balcony, a windowsill or a yard, but with some clever design they can be beautiful and productive. Our expert teachers will help guide you through the practical and theoretical aspects of this course and no experience is expected to take part. An interest to learn more about gardening and put this into practice in your own growing space will be an advantage
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  MON - 02/06/2025
  18:00 to 20:30
  4 week course
  
  11 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Ashton Walled Gardens
  
  MON - 09/06/2025
  13:00 to 15:30
  4 week course
  
  15 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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GCSE English (evening) - Free to UK resident for 3 years and don
Maths and English
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
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GCSE Maths (Eve) - Free to all UK residents with no grade 4/C
Maths and English
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In Venue
In Venue
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Get Into Working In an Early Years Setting
Childcare and Education
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This course will develop learner’s knowledge and skills required to work with children in an early years setting, by exploring vocational pathways and identifying further educational opportunities aligned to either working in childcare settings or schools. This is a knowledge-based qualification, so learners do not need to be undertaking practical placements to achieve this qualification. It will help learners start on the right path and progress towards employment in their chosen area.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  MON - 02/06/2025
  12:30 to 15:00
  4 week course
  
  20 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Online Course
  
  TUE - 03/06/2025
  17:00 to 19:30
  4 week course
  
  15 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Get Into Working in Schools and Colleges
Childcare and Education
Delivered either online or in venue

Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
This course will develop learner’s knowledge and skills required to work with children, by exploring vocational pathways and identifying further educational opportunities aligned to either working in schools or colleges. This is a
knowledge-based, short qualification, so learners do not need to be working in a school or college, or undertake practical placements to achieve this qualification. It will help learners start on the right path and progress towards
employment in their chosen area.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  WED - 05/03/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  4 week course
  
  14 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Sahara in Preston Ltd
  
  TUE - 29/04/2025
  13:00 to 15:30
  4 week course
  
  20 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Sahara in Preston Ltd
  
  TUE - 29/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  4 week course
  
  20 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Whitefield Infant School & Nursery Unit
  
  WED - 30/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  4 week course
  
  20 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Nelson and Colne College
  
  MON - 02/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  4 week course
  
  16 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Online Course
  
  MON - 02/06/2025
  13:00 to 15:30
  4 week course
  
  19 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Online Course
  
  MON - 02/06/2025
  17:00 to 19:30
  4 week course
  
  17 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Sahara in Preston Ltd
  
  TUE - 03/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  4 week course
  
  20 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Whitefield Infant School & Nursery Unit
  
  WED - 04/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  4 week course
  
  20 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Get Started with: Microsoft Excel
IT and Digital
Delivered Online

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** You will need to have access to the internet and the Microsoft Office Excel package to complete this course. This online course is designed to introduce you to Microsoft Excel and ultimately allow you to have the knowledge and skills for you to be able to create a spreadsheet incorporating basic formulas. It will provide you with the foundation skills needed to progress onto more advanced Excel courses. It is also a great opportunity to develop confidence with your general digital skills to support you in everyday life. The course is accessible using our online Learning Portal - Moodle You will be required to read and complete some pre-course documentation in order to access the full course. If learners want to develop further skills, they will be signposted to other courses
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  Flexible Start Dates
  Available from:
  23/04/2025
  02:00 to 05:00
  5 week course
  
  9 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Online Course
  
  Flexible Start Dates
  Available from:
  04/06/2025
  02:00 to 05:00
  5 week course
  
  16 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Get started: with Games Design & Development
IT and Digital
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
The Level 1 Games Design and Development course is ideal for those who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of Game design and the development process. The programme is designed for those who desire to form a foundation due to little or no previous game design experience.

Learners will develop an understanding of Game design theory and the process of developing a game prototype. They will create visuals to show what the game will look like, as well as a design proposal that outlines aspects of the game.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  FRI - 25/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  10 week course
  
  11 Places Remaining
  Cost: £99.00
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Get Started: with Website Design Level 1
IT and Digital
Delivered either online or in venue

Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
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. Over 60% of website worldwide use WordPress’ content management system which gives you an idea as to how important it is to be familiar with this platform.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  TUE - 22/04/2025
  18:00 to 21:00
  10 week course
  
  10 Places Remaining
  Cost: £99.00
- Preston Community Hub
  
  FRI - 25/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  10 week course
  
  12 Places Remaining
  Cost: £99.00
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Grow Your Own: Herbs and Salad L1
Horticulture
Delivered either online or in venue

Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
Theres nothing like cooking up a delicious meal with food that youve 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 2.5 hours
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Fennyfold Academy on Fennyfold Cmty Grdn
  
  THU - 27/03/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  8 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Stubbylee Community Greenhouses & Events
  
  WED - 02/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  15 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Ashton Walled Gardens
  
  MON - 28/04/2025
  13:00 to 15:30
  1 day course
  
  13 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Online Course
  
  MON - 28/04/2025
  18:00 to 20:30
  1 day course
  
  18 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Ashton Walled Gardens
  
  MON - 19/05/2025
  13:00 to 15:30
  1 day course
  
  12 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Health and Safety in Construction (CSCS) L1
Construction
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
This course is designed for individuals who need a CSCS labouring card to secure employment in the Construction Industry but currently lack the necessary qualifications.

On successful completion of the course you will gain two accredited certificates and a score report:
- AIM Qualifications - Suite of Vocational Pathways Qualifications (AIMVOCs) in Construction and Building – Extended Award Level 1
- AIM Qualifications - Health and Safety in a Construction Environment Level 1
- CITB Health, Safety and Environment Score Report
Once you have achieved all assessments, we can then apply for your CSCS labouring card.

The course is fully funded for learners who are 19+, unemployed and looking for employment. Funding is also available if you are working but earning less than £25,000 (evidence required).
If you are not eligible for funding at this time, we can talk to you about different options. Please call 01254354423 and speak to Richard Dwyer.
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Introduction to Creative Writing
Humanities
Delivered either online or in venue

Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
This short course which will introduce learners to the basics of creative writing, alongside providing tips and ideas on how to get started and keep going. Reviewing some of the key techniques for writing description, bringing a piece of writing alive, writing dialogue, and creating believable characters.

Learners will also reflect on the benefits ‘connecting’ with others and ‘keeping learning’ can bring to your mental health and wellbeing.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- St Annes Library
  
  TUE - 18/03/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  2 week course
  
  This course is now full
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Online Course
  
  WED - 23/04/2025
  18:00 to 20:30
  2 week course
  
  This course is now full
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Longridge Library
  
  TUE - 03/06/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  2 week course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Introduction to Gardening Skills
Horticulture
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
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 weeks.
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Lancashire Lifesavers
First Aid
Delivered either online or in venue

Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
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. The aim is to train as many people as possible in essential lifesaving skills across the county. This short session is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed if someone suffers a heart attack or a cardiac arrest. The skills will include how to deliver cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on an adult, and how to access and use a defibrillator. Progression is an option but not expected upon completion of this aim.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Bolton-le-Sands Library Carnforth
  
  THU - 06/03/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Online Course
  
  MON - 31/03/2025
  13:00 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  13 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 1 An Introduction to Working in Counselling
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
The aim of this programme is to introduce learners to the use of counselling skills in everyday life and work, and some of the approaches that underpin the use of these skills.

This 12-week programme designed to introduce you to the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to use counselling skills in everyday life and work, and the approaches that engage in helping to interact appropriately. Developing knowledge around a person-centred approach, safeguarding and the communication skills required in developing a career in a counselling capacity.

This course does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.

The programme was designed in collaboration with a range of stakeholders to create an introduction to counselling skills to prepare learners for progression into the level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills. Many of the skills developed during this programme can be used in everyday life in a number of roles, if you are looking to progress intro counselling services as a career, this is a good introduction for progression initially into level 2, level 3 and HE.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  WED - 23/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  11 week course
  
  20 Places Remaining
  Cost: £99.00
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Level 1 An Introduction to Working in Health and Social Care
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
The aim of this programme is to introduce individuals to both the healthcare and adult social care sector as an option for sustained employment.

The programme is designed to allow the individual to understand what it takes to work in health and social care settings and the many employment options within the sector. As part of the programme, learners will complete short courses in a range of subjects to upskill and increase knowledge in sector-specific topics to improve opportunities for progressing into a number of employment pathways.

The design of the programme was in collaboration with employers and other stakeholders to create a programme that would prepare learners for progression either to a higher level or into sustained employment. As part of the programme, you will have the opportunity to meet a number of organisations with a range of vacancies which we will support you both with placement opportunities and support with preparation in the application and interview process.

As this programme is aimed at progressing individuals into employment within the sector, guaranteed placement opportunities will also be available in a range of healthcare and adult social care environments.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  FRI - 10/01/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  12 week course
  
  7 Places Remaining
  Cost: £99.00
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  THU - 24/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  11 week course
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £99.00
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Level 1 Award in Nutrition and Health
Online College
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
This qualification is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge of nutrition and 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
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  MON - 09/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  5 week course
  
  20 Places Remaining
  Cost: £47.00
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Level 1 Higher Development Award - Stage 1
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
Programme is designed to develop a range of skills focusing on skills, knowledge and behaviours in the workplace. To support the individual further, study and discussion will centre on developing assertiveness, motivation and decision-making skills whilst understanding the importance of providing the best possible service at every point of contact.

This 6-session programme is designed to develop individuals in their current roles to feel confident in their role and to provide a high level of service delivery for the services they provide to their customers.

The design of the course is in collaboration with the NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB) to create an intensive programme aimed at individuals who are looking to continue their development to either be the best version of themselves or prepare for progression opportunities in the future.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 02/09/2024
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Level 1 Higher Development Award - Stage 2
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
Programme is aimed at the individual looking to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours to successfully lead a team, particularly for those looking to progress themselves or into supervisory or team leading positions.

The stage 2 Higher Development Award team programme will expand your knowledge on the principles of team leading and how an organisation operates, as well as developing key skills needed to be a successful team leader and communicate with a range of stakeholders.

This 7 - session programme is designed to develop individuals in their current roles to develop personal skills to support their progression into a senior or supervisory role.

The design of the course is in collaboration with the NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB) to create an intensive programme aimed at individuals who are looking to continue their development in their current role and prepare for progression opportunities in the future.
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Level 1 Introduction to Safeguarding in a Healthcare Setting
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
The aim of this unit is to develop the learner’s knowledge of protection and safeguarding in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare.

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
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  - 02/09/2024
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £47.00
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Level 1 Staying Safe Online and Cyber Security
IT and Digital
Delivered either online or in venue

Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
The qualification is designed to give learners an awareness of how to stay safe online and to recognise the different types of cyber threats, the intent behind them and the impact they have on individuals and businesses.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  FRI - 24/02/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  6 week course
  
  8 Places Remaining
  Cost: £99.00
- Preston Community Hub
  
  MON - 19/05/2025
  12:30 to 15:30
  6 week course
  
  9 Places Remaining
  Cost: £99.00
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Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid for Mental Health
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
Did you know that 1 in 4 people in the UK are likely to experience mental health problems each year? Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet whilst we know how to take care of our own physical health, many people do not know how to support friends, relatives or even colleagues who are experiencing poor mental health.

This accredited course is for people who wish to raise their awareness of the signs and symptoms associated with emergency mental health incidents either in a workplace, community venue or general public areas.

By developing a greater understanding of a range of common mental health conditions, as well as how to initially respond to a person experiencing mental ill-health, you can help support and understand the actions to take in a mental health emergency.

This 2-day course (full days) is delivered in a classroom environment with an activity workbook to record knowledge and understanding used for end assessment for the accredited qualification.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  THU - 20/03/2025
  09:30 to 16:30
  2 week course
  
  12 Places Remaining
  Cost: £99.00
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Level 2 Award in Prevention and Control of Infection (EQUAL)
Health and Social Care
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This programme provides learners with the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of the prevention and control of infection including legislation, policies, systems and procedures relating to prevention and control of infections.

Also covers the importance of risk assessment and of using personal Protective Equipment (PPE), the causes and transmission on infection, cleaning, good waste management practice and decontamination. It will prepare individuals to progress to a qualification in the same or similar subject at a higher level and may contribute to developing skills and knowledge as they progress towards employment
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Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

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:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

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 to support individuals with these conditions.

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:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This online course is designed for those who wish to develop their use of counselling skills in everyday life and work, and some of the approaches that underpin the use of these skills.

This qualification gives learners the opportunity to investigate the knowledge and skills needed to use counselling skills and engage in a helping interaction appropriately.

This qualification is useful for anyone who would like to develop their use of counselling skills for use in either work or a personal capacity. These may be learners who wish to progress towards further qualifications or learners who wish to study this programme in order to complement other programmes (eg health and social care, children’s care, learning and development, voluntary and community work).

This qualification does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  Flexible Start Dates
  Available from:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

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
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  Flexible Start Dates
  Available from:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health First Aid & Wellbeing Advocacy (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

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:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

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 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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Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  Flexible Start Dates
  Available from:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

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 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:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

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:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Infection Control (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

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:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

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:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young Peoples Mental Health (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

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 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:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This online course is designed for a wide range of learners with some existing knowledge of this area who are interested in improving their understanding of nutrition and health.

This course aims to give learners working in, or intending to work in, settings such as sport and recreation, exercise and fitness, hospitality and catering or healthcare an understanding of nutrition and health, to support their role in the workplace.

Six mandatory units make up the qualification:

Explore principles of healthy eating

Consider nutritional needs of a variety of individuals

Use food and nutrition information to plan a healthy diet

The principles of weight management

Understanding eating disorders

Principles of food safety for the home environment

The course is accessed through our online learning platform, EQUAL. A range of learning resources and activities are included to develop knowledge behaviour and skills associated with supporting individuals with their nutrition in relation to their health.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  Flexible Start Dates
  Available from:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 10/11/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Level 2 Counselling Pathway (daytime and evening classes available)
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
This qualification will introduce learners to using counselling skills and personal development. The course is useful for anyone who would like to develop their use of counselling skills for use in either work or a personal capacity.

This qualification does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  FRI - 17/01/2025
  09:30 to 16:00
  11 week course
  
  13 Places Remaining
  Cost: £156.00
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  FRI - 25/04/2025
  09:30 to 16:00
  11 week course
  
  17 Places Remaining
  Cost: £156.00
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 08/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 08/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Level 2 Healthcare Pathway - Common Health Conditions
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
The purpose of this course is to give individuals either currently working in, or intending to work in, adult health and social care an awareness of a range of common health conditions. This qualification aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of: various common health conditions monitoring the health of individuals affected by health conditions. This course will equip you with a knowledge and skills in relation to an awareness of the support required for a range of common health condi...
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 15/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £156.00
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Level 2 Mental Health Pathway (CYP) - Children and Young People
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
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.

This qualification aims to raise awareness of:

· The role of the mental health worker
· The process and approaches involved in the care and support of those who experience mental ill-health.

The objective of this qualification is to give learners working, or intending to work in a health or social care context, an understanding of approaches to supporting those with mental health needs. It will also enable learners to progress to other qualifications in health care and social care.

The course content is designed to take around 12 weeks (3 hours per week, classroom time) plus additional independent study time to complete. Learners will receive support to complete the course where necessary.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 15/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £156.00
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Level 2 Mental Health Pathway - Mental Health Awareness
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
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....
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  TUE - 14/01/2025
  13:00 to 16:00
  16 week course
  
  10 Places Remaining
  Cost: £156.00
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 15/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £156.00
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Level 2 SEN Pathway - Certificate in Understanding Autism
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
This programme is designed for any learner that wants to gain and understanding of autism and the principles of supporting autistic individuals. This programme aims to develop learners’ understanding of autism and the principles of supporting autistic individuals - covering the person-centred approach and influence of positive communication methods, how to support positive behaviour, and how autistic individuals can be supported to live healthy and fulfilled lives.

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
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  TUE - 14/01/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  16 week course
  
  10 Places Remaining
  Cost: £156.00
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 15/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Level 2 Social Care Pathway - Healthcare Professions
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
This course aims to give learners working in or intending to work in Social Care services an understanding of healthcare practice, duty of care and person-centred approaches, to support their role in the workplace.

The following key units have been selected and combined to form a full Level 2 Certificate:

Health Care Practice

Investigating a Career

Introduction to duty of Care in Health, Social Care or Children’s and Young People’s settings

Understand person-centred approaches in Adult Social Care Settings

Principles of Diversity, Equality and Inclusion in Adult Social Care
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 12/01/2026
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Level 2 Study Skills for Progression
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
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 facilities within our University Centre and get to know other learners who may be studying alongside them in the next academic year.

The programme is planned to run for 10 weeks, attending the venue for half a day each week.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  TUE - 29/04/2025
  13:00 to 16:00
  11 week course
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £26.00
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 12/01/2026
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Level 2 Substance Misuse Pathway
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
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.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  THU - 30/01/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  16 week course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: £156.00
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 15/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £156.00
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Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
...
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 15/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This online course is designed to increase your knowledge and understanding of autism.

By completing the online course, you will develop in-depth knowledge of autism which could support progression onto appropriate qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care sector. Autism is described by The National Autistic Society as a complex, lifelong developmental disability that typically appears during early childhood and can impact a person's social skills, communication, relationships, and self-regulation. Individual preference regarding terminology used for an individual on the autism spectrum may vary and must be valued and respected.

The course content, specification and associated materials are reviewed regularly to ensure that they remain fit for purpose, however, terms tend to change. The National Autistic Society provides a useful source for accurate terms and reference and can be found on their website.

If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.

A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.

The qualifications could help you:

Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage

If you’re eligible, you will not have to pay for your level 3 qualification. The government will pay the course fees. For more information, and to check the full eligibility criteria see the Lifetime Skills Guarantee
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  Flexible Start Dates
  Available from:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £811.00
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Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
This course is designed to increase your knowledge and understanding of mental health and mental wellbeing

If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.

A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.

The qualifications could help you:

Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage

If you’re eligible, you will not have to pay for your level 3 qualification. The government will pay the course fees. For more information, and to check the full eligibility criteria see the Lifetime Skills Guarantee
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 15/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This online programme is designed to increase learners knowledge and understanding of mental health and mental well-being. Successful completion of the required units will allow the learner to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of mental health.

This flexible online course allows you to gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of mental health and mental wellbeing to support individuals with mental health problems.

Achievement of this qualification will help support progression into a variety of job roles and occupational areas within health and social care, or roles in other sectors which support people with mental health problems.

If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.

A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.

The qualifications could help you:

Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage

If you’re eligible, you will not have to pay for your level 3 qualification. The government will pay the course fees. For more information, and to check the full eligibility criteria see the Lifetime Skills Guarantee
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  Flexible Start Dates
  Available from:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care (EQUAL)
Online College
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This online course is designed to enable learners to develop knowledge and understanding of caring for individuals with dementia. Successful completion of the units will allow learners to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of dementia and its effects.

This qualification is designed for learners who want to develop their knowledge and understanding of dementia and dementia care.

This qualification allows you to gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of dementia to support individuals diagnosed with dementia.

Achievement of this qualification will help support progression into a variety of job roles and occupational areas within health and social care, or roles in other sectors which support people with dementia.

If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.

A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.

The qualifications could help you:

Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage

If you’re eligible, you will not have to pay for your level 3 qualification. The government will pay the course fees. For more information, and to check the full eligibility criteria see the Lifetime Skills Guarantee
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  Flexible Start Dates
  Available from:
  02/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills (daytime and evening classes available)
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
This Diploma aims to provide learners with in-depth knowledge of the use of counselling skills in everyday life and work and the approaches that underpin the use of these skills. This qualification does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.

Learners on this course come with three different main aims.
• To progress onto a first degree or other higher education course within the field (i.e. you want a career in counselling and need a degree)
• To prepare for a post graduate qualification within the field (ie. you already have a (unrelated) degree but want to progress onto a MA in the field)
• To increase skills and knowledge that will enhance your current role (i.e. professional development) and/or increase job opportunities.

If you’re aged 19 or over, you could access a level 3 qualification for free. This is part of the support available from the government to help you gain the skills you need to get the job you want - whatever your stage of life.

A level 3 qualification is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels.

The qualifications could help you:

Gain skills that employers value
Improve your job prospects
Earn a higher wage

If you’re eligible, you will not have to pay for your level 3 qualification. The government will pay the course fees. For more information, and to check the full eligibility criteria see the Lifetime Skills Guarantee
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  - 15/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 15/09/2025
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £TBC
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Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning Support
Childcare and Education
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
The Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning is for students aged 19+ who would like to become a Teaching Assistant in a school or college (ages 5-19) and have already gained a Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning or other relevant qualification. The Supporting Teaching and Learning pathway is ideal for those who wish to progress onto further qualifications or become a Teaching Assistant. ...
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Accrington & Rossendale College
  
  FRI - 01/11/2024
  09:30 to 12:30
  34 week course
  
  8 Places Remaining
  Cost: £2225.00
- Lancashire Adult Learning
  
  - 15/09/2025
  
  This course is now full
  Cost: £TBC
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Lift your mood through Mark Making
Art and Media
Delivered either online or in venue

Online or in Venue
Online or in Venue
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:

Make your mark - take a look at different ways of exploring drawing and mark making. Work with a range of tools to have fun with drawing and try out different approaches and materials.

Activities may include: Mark making to music, exploring different tools and materials with varying movement, density and pressure, exploring line quality to convey mood. Building awareness of relevant movements such as abstract and gestural expressionism.

You will be facilitated in reflecting on and evaluating outcomes using subject specific terminology and analytical skills.

You will be asked to discuss your individual interests, aspirations and experience within the subject and take part in a range of simple exercises and discussions in order to negotiate individual learning goals. This programme is designed with beginners in mind although some learners may have some previous informal learning experience within the overall curriculum area.

You will be learning over one weekly session at 2.5 hours, inclusive of tidying away your own materials.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  TUE - 25/03/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Pukar Disability Resource Centre
  
  THU - 26/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  6 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Magic of Meditation
Health and Wellbeing
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
Meditation has long been regarded as a beneficial technique to help calm the mind and body to improve wellbeing. This two-hour session introduces participants to the fundamentals of meditation. Learners will receive a practical hands on experience of the benefits of meditation and explores simple meditation techniques that can be built easily into daily life. Learners will leave with clear understanding of how meditation can be a valuable tool for enhancing well-being and managing stress...
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Managing the Menopause in Life and Work
Health and Wellbeing
Delivered Online

Online
Online
Learners will gain an insight into the menopause whilst developing an understanding of why and how it affects women all over the world. Exploring the physical and mental impact of the Menopause, alongside learning strategies and self-care techniques with the aim to being better able to manage life and work. Engaging in discussions throughout the course through paired and group discussions, learners will be able to share thoughts, experiences and valuable advice with each other.
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Mentoring L1
Volunteering
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This programme is aimed to support learners wishing to work or volunteer in a Mentoring role, in a range of areas from schools, colleges, to drug or alcohol rehabilitation services, and domestic abuse support. The programme has been devised with Level 1 as a basic general introduction to the topics identified with progression to Level 2 for more in-depth learning of the role of a mentor, skills required, agreements, support and how to conduct a mentor meeting.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  MON - 24/03/2025
  18:00 to 20:30
  2 week course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: £47.00
- Online Course
  
  WED - 23/04/2025
  09:45 to 12:45
  2 week course
  
  14 Places Remaining
  Cost: £47.00
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Mindfulness Techniques for the Working Day
Health and Wellbeing
Delivered Online

Online
Online
Mindfulness isn’t just for those moments when you have the time, it is necessary in our stressful work environments too. Learn how to apply short, simple and effective techniques to manage stress during your working day. Discover how you can be ‘in the moment’ and practice bursts of stillness & awareness that will contribute to your wellbeing to ensure a calmer, more mindful working environment, as well as strengthen focus, reduce stress and enhance working relationships.
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Next Steps with: Microsoft Excel
IT and Digital
Delivered Online

Online
Online
For all those Excel users out there! This course is the next instalment to the introduction to Excel course that we have on offer. The purpose of this course is to further enhance your Excel skills by venturing into advanced and useful features of that allows you to fully utilise Excel to its potential. Covering aspects including common formulas/functions, advanced functions for specific formulas/functions, creating graphs and charts to visualise data and page setup features for ease of reading/displaying. By the end of the course, you can rest assured you will be able to create advanced Excel spreadsheets which will certainly impress.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  Flexible Start Dates
  Available from:
  24/04/2025
  02:00 to 05:00
  5 week course
  
  16 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Online Course
  
  Flexible Start Dates
  Available from:
  05/06/2025
  02:00 to 05:00
  5 week course
  
  20 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Promoting Professional Development
Health and Social Care
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
This course aims to support learners in developing their professionalism for the workplace and volunteering within the Health and Social Care sector.

During this course, learners will identify their own personal strengths and weaknesses in relation to their emotional resilience and examine steps that can be taken to improve and develop confidence and self- esteem.

They will investigate time management tools and develop strategies for managing busy workloads to meet deadlines and minimise stress.

Learners will also explore conflict management, identifying possible triggers and effective responses.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  MON - 12/05/2025
  09:30 to 12:30
  9 week course
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: £35.00
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Quick Ways to Improve Your Mood
Health and Wellbeing
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
Do you find that your mood sometimes dips and you can be left feeling low or fed up? Especially over the past year? This short session aims to give you some snapshot techniques that you can implement and practice further at home, which will help improve your mood and lift your spirits. We will discuss what causes low mood as well as trial some practical techniques to help combat this.
The course is a one-off session delivered over 1.5.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- West Paddock Neighbourhood Centre Leylan
  
  WED - 26/03/2025
  09:00 to 11:00
  1 day course
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Railway Maintenance IAG - Brierfield
Railway Maintenance
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
During the in person IAG session at Brierfield, you will meet College staff and the Railway Programme Tutor. 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. This will be a good opportunity for you to check if the Rail Industry is an environment you want to work in and whether you can commit to the training schedule. We will ensure that you are suitable for the programme, are able to access funding and you will undertake an English assessment whilst here to ensure you are prepared for the demands of the NVQ Level 2 course. We will cover ID requirements and information regarding the Drug and Alcohol Medical screening that takes place on the programme. Please attend the IAG session at your given timeslot. The address is; Lancashire Adult Learning, Northlight, Glen Way, Brierfield, BB9 5NH
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  THU - 06/03/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  TUE - 22/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Waterside Centre Accrington
  
  TUE - 22/04/2025
  13:00 to 15:30
  1 day course
  
  20+ Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Slow Down and De-stress Through Creativity - Exploring Slow Processes
Health and Wellbeing
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
This follow on course (on completion of a creative wellbeing taster session) aims to further explore using creativity to benefit your wellbeing. You will experience a variety of creative techniques and activities designed to encourage mindfulness and relaxation. We will look at different skills, techniques and materials each week to give you a variety of ideas that you can continue using at home to benefit your wellbeing. This course has been designed to give you the opportunity to look at a w...
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Slow Down and Destress Through Creativity
Art and Media
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
The focus of this taster session is around the creative benefits to our wellbeing. You will experience a range of creative techniques and activities designed to encourage mindfulness and relaxation. Being immersed in creative processes helps us to switch off and be in the moment. This is a practical session where you will be guided through simple creative activities. You will also be asked to take part in discussions around stress, creativity and wellbeing.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Pukar Disability Resource Centre
  
  THU - 19/06/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Spring Crafts
Art and Media
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
This fun, interactive craft workshop provides the perfect setting for some parent/carer and child craft time. The teacher will instruct you on how to craft spring themed decorations to welcome this beautiful season. Parents/carers with children in school will thoroughly enjoy this engagement session which will allow you to learn about simple craft activities you can copy at home as well as being informed about the other courses Lancashire Adult Learning can offer!
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Garstang Library
  
  THU - 13/03/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  This course is now full
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Clitheroe Library
  
  THU - 20/03/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Leyland Library
  
  THU - 20/03/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Poulton Library
  
  WED - 26/03/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Fulwood Library
  
  THU - 27/03/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Clayton Green Library Neighbourhood Cent
  
  FRI - 28/03/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Coal Clough Library
  
  FRI - 28/03/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Kingsfold Library
  
  MON - 31/03/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Savick Library Preston
  
  MON - 31/03/2025
  13:30 to 16:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Clitheroe Castle Museum
  
  TUE - 01/04/2025
  10:00 to 12:30
  1 day course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Haworth Art Gallery, Accrington
  
  WED - 02/04/2025
  10:00 to 12:30
  1 day course
  
  12 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Lytham Library
  
  WED - 02/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Whalley Library
  
  FRI - 04/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Eccleston Library
  
  THU - 24/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Barnoldswick Library
  
  FRI - 25/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Basically Cheer CIC
  
  MON - 12/05/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  1 day course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
- Ansdell Library
  
  THU - 22/05/2025
  10:00 to 12:15
  1 day course
  
  Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Volunteer Training Programme L1
Volunteering
Delivered Online

Online
Online
This programme provides an overview of path of volunteering and how this can get you into work and/or broaden your wellbeing by helping in the community. You will learn about the different volunteering sectors and how you can support them.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Online Course
  
  WED - 07/05/2025
  09:45 to 12:45
  2 week course
  
  14 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Women & Health: Your Journey to Living Well
Health and Wellbeing
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
Learning about health and actively caring for your well-being is essential as it directly impacts on your quality of life. Understanding issues related to health will empower you to make informed choices about your lifestyle, diet, and exercise as well as helping to reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Prioritising your health and wellbeing will help lead to improved physical, mental and emotional resilience - Invest in your health!
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Pukar Disability Resource Centre
  
  MON - 28/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  4 week course
  
  Few Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Working with Children and Young People - Is it For Me?
Childcare and Education
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
...
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Pukar Disability Resource Centre
  
  TUE - 03/06/2025
  12:30 to 15:00
  1 day course
  
  20 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Working with Plants
Horticulture
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
Working with plants is a great way to improve your mental and physical wellbeing, and gain new
skills which you can apply at home, in your community or in your career. This course focuses on
how to successfully grow plants from seed, and how to plant and care for them once they have
grown.
The course is typically delivered 2.5 hours per session over 4 weeks.
Forthcoming Start Dates
- Stubbylee Community Greenhouses & Events
  
  WED - 23/04/2025
  09:30 to 12:00
  4 week course
  
  9 Places Remaining
  Cost: Free to Lancashire residents
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Your Health & You
Health and Wellbeing
Delivered in a venue near you

In Venue
In Venue
When individuals can confidently use NHS services, they are more likely to seek medical help, leading to timely diagnosis and treatment of health conditions. This course has been designed for learners who have English as their second language to develop skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening. The wider skills that underpin this curriculum include working together, producing written work, following instructions, presenting information to a group and improving health and wellbeing.
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Please note that our courses are eligible for adults aged 19+ who live in Lancashire. Find out more here.