If you are looking for work, need to get a better job, or want to improve your work skills, the SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ is here for you. We have a great track record of helping people like you gain the skills and confidence they need for work. Best of all, most of our work skills courses are free*.    

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You can improve your job opportunities with the SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾.  

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  • Build your confidence and essential skills  
  • Develop skills related to specific types of jobs  
  • Progress in your current job by boosting your current skills and learning new ones  

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The SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ and our team of supportive tutors are here for you at every step.  Whether you’re a jobseeker, have recently been made redundant or you simply want to move up the ladder, we have a course for you.   

Improve your English, maths or digital skills to earn more money.  Find courses in health and social care, community interpreting, schools and childcare and more.   

Find out more about job hunting, take courses to become more employable or change your career. Boost your employability skills and stand out on that job application.    

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Take a short, informal course or gain a national qualification. Learning in a classroom, in a work setting or at home, you’ll always have the same great support from your tutor.  

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*Over 90% of applicants for skills courses do not need to pay a fee. Subject to status  - courses are free for unemployed people, job seekers and people on low wage. If you do not qualify you will be alerted during the application process.

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GMCA Care Certificate and Interview Success (Step into Care)

This is a pre-employment programme delivered online that is designed to support you into work within Adult Social Care. The programme will help you to prepare for work in a care setting. The programme consists of up to three elements: GMCA Care Certificate (where you will cover the theory elements of the Care Certificate), L1 Stress Awareness and L1 Mental Health Awareness (additional accredited courses you can join if suitable). Once you have completed the course with SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾, GM Careers will place you for a working interview in a social care setting. This is designed like a working interview, to give you the opportunity to try out the working environment.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 28/10/2024 -
Fri 15/11/2024
Times:
10:00am - 3:00pm
Duration:
15 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Susan Bell
Course code:
Q00015990
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Computer skills for work

Develop essential computer skills for the workplace with our Computer Skills for Work course. Learn how to use common software applications and improve your digital literacy. Ideal for individuals seeking to enhance their employability in today's digital world.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 28/10/2024 -
Tue 05/11/2024
Times:
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Chris George
Course code:
Q00018622
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.00

Introduction to working in care

Begin your career in the care sector with our Introduction to Working in Care course. Learn essential skills and knowledge required to provide high-quality care to clients. Ideal for individuals considering a career in care or looking to enhance their caregiving skills.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 28/10/2024 -
Mon 11/11/2024
Location:
Online
Course code:
Q00018601
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £25.00

Beginners Microsoft Word & PowerPoint

This Improvers Microsoft 365 PowerPoint course is aimed at Beginners with some basic knowledge of Presentations who want to enhance their skills further. You will learn how to create attractive presentations that you can use in the workplace to present to colleagues or for personal use for create a slide show for family or friends.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 28/10/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Mark Turk
Course code:
Q00019095
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £58.80

SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ Membership

For just £15 a year, you can:

  • Join our popular, award-winning weekly lecture series,
  • Access an archive of over 100 past lectures,
  • Get priority online and phone booking for autumn courses (England only),
  • Receive our Highway magazine and access back issues,
  • Attend our members’ annual conference.

Just add us to your basket to sign up today!

Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2)

When you’re studying maths at school, it’s sometimes hard to see how you’ll use the skills in real life. All it takes is for someone to explain that ratios help you compare the prices of different products, percentages are used to split bills, and multiplication and division help you set a monthly budget. When you learn in context, it’s easy to see how functional maths is. This Functional Skills Maths Level 2 course is designed using real-life examples to help you improve your maths skills. If you find it easier to learn maths with practical examples, this is the course for you. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/10/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024
Times:
9:30am - 2:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Maria Pawlykiwsky
Course code:
Q00010757
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Fee range
Free to £222.00

Get Ready for Functional Skills English Level 1

This course will help you to practice your reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in English. It will help you get ready to move onto a Level 1 accredited course in the future

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/10/2024 -
Sat 01/02/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
44 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Fatima Dana
Course code:
Q00011485
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1)

Work towards GCSE-level maths skills with this functional skills level 1 course. Progress your maths skills to help you access work and study opportunities. Functional maths improves your numeracy skills through real-life situations. Learn maths in context. Develop practical maths skills to help you in everyday situations such as organising your personal budget or applying discounts when shopping. This level 1 functional skills maths course can help you get a GCSE-equivalent qualification in maths. You’ll learn practical maths skills employers look for. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/10/2024 -
Thu 06/02/2025
Times:
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
26 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Isbah Tehreem
Course code:
Q00011617
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Beginners Blogging: How to create a Blog

Starting a blog is easier than you think. If you have ideas, tips, or recommendations to share, this short blogging course can teach you the essentials to get your blog online. This beginner’s blogging course covers essential lessons in both writing and setting up your blog. You’ll learn creative writing techniques to make your blogs engaging, and digital skills to make sure you can set up and maintain your site. This course is aimed at beginners, so don’t worry if this is new to you. This beginners blogging course covers the basics of launching a blog. Become familiar with the Content Management System (CMS) where you will upload your blog. You will also receive CMS training to teach you how to set up and maintain your website. Learn to publish and promote your blog.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/11/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Peter Brown
Course code:
Q00017645
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace L2

If your role involves looking after the wellbeing of others at work, this mental health awareness training is ideal for you. Help create a healthy company culture by advocating for mental health issues in your workplace. Increase awareness among colleagues and those in your care. Build your skills in supporting others with mental health difficulties. This mental health first aid course is useful for a wide range of roles where you may be in contact with individuals struggling with mental health.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/11/2024 -
Wed 21/05/2025
Times:
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
48 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Paula Hellal
Course code:
Q00019473
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £362.00

Professional development: Step into apprenticeships

This course will help you to understand the opportunities available to you through apprenticeships. Ever wondered how apprenticeships work and who they are for? Thought you were too old to start an apprenticeship? This course will develop your knowledge and awareness of the variety of apprenticeships available to you. Discover how to learn while competing on the job training in a specific role and how an apprenticeship can benefit your personal development. This course may lead to further training, higher education and employment. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 05/11/2024 -
Tue 10/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Sophie Fowkes
Course code:
Q00015544
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £44.40