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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  • 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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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

Using Canvas to Learn

Studying online is a fun and effective way to learn. This course will teach you to use Canvas so that you can get the most out of SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ courses. You’ll learn digital skills to support you to study SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ online courses. This Canvas course is ideal for you if you’re considering taking a SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ course but feel unsure of your digital skills. It’s appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is new to you.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/10/2024 -
Tue 29/10/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ (Leicester)
101 Hinckley Road
Leicester
LE3 0TD
Tutor:
Mariam Sidat
Course code:
Q00017223
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £16.80

Introduction to Helping in Schools

Begin your journey towards a rewarding career in education with our Introduction to Helping in Schools course. Learn the essential skills and knowledge required to support teachers and students in the classroom. Ideal for individuals considering a career in education.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/10/2024 -
Tue 10/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ (Leicester)
101 Hinckley Road
Leicester
LE3 0TD
Tutor:
Mariam Sidat
Course code:
Q00017252
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £58.80

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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:
1 place remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £222.00

Pre Entry Digital Skills

Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer skills for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital skills, no matter your current knowledge. This course is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is all new to you. Learn to use word processing software and fill out online forms in this Digital Skills course. Understand how to use email and search for information online. This digital skills training also teaches you how to shop online securely. You’ll understand online safety and data storage

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/10/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ (Leicester)
101 Hinckley Road
Leicester
LE3 0TD
Tutor:
Chantal Ngounou
Course code:
Q00017234
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £67.20

Pre Entry Digital Skills

Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer skills for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital skills, no matter your current knowledge. This course is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is all new to you. Learn to use word processing software and fill out online forms in this Digital Skills course. Understand how to use email and search for information online. This digital skills training also teaches you how to shop online securely. You’ll understand online safety and data storage

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/10/2024 -
Fri 01/11/2024
Times:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Coalville Job Centre
Crown House
Whitwick Rd
Coalville
LE67 3FA
Tutor:
Mark Turk
Course code:
Q00017237
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.80

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

Personal Development: Confidence Building for Digital Skills

Digital skills are increasingly in demand in modern society. Picking up basic digital skills can help you go about your everyday life, as well as open doors to employment opportunities. This course starts at the beginning and covers everything from using a digital device to getting started on social media and using the internet This course is aimed at complete beginners- so don’t worry if this is new to you. If you want to learn digital skills for everyday life or improve your job prospects, this course is ideal for you.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/10/2024 -
Wed 04/12/2024
Location:
Downtown
Charter Walk
Burnley
BB11 1AE
Course code:
Q00019518
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40