Need to learn new skills, find a new career, gain qualifications or build confidence? There’s still time to sign up for an autumn adult learning course.
Durham County Council’s Adult Learning and Skills Service has places available at hundreds of courses at community venues around County Durham.
Programmes range from informal tasters to Level 4 accredited programmes, with some courses available online so people can learn at a time and place that suits them.
Classes include maths and English at all levels up to GCSE equivalent, computer and technology courses and vocational qualifications in subjects including childcare, health and social care and business and administration.
The service also offers apprenticeships at intermediate and advanced level in a wide range of employment-related areas including business administration, ICT, supporting teaching and learning in schools and customer service.
Colin Ellison, Adult Learning and Skills Service learning delivery and curriculum manager, said: “Our courses are very popular with a wide range of people – from learners who are looking to gain extra qualifications to those who are simply looking for a new pastime or the chance to make new friends.
“In fact, a recent survey of our learners found that 98 per cent would recommend the service to their friends and family. Our apprenticeships were given an ‘outstanding’ rating by Ofsted, with the service overall being rated as ‘good’.”
The Autumn Learning Guide is available to download at www.durham.gov.uk/adultlearning or you can also pick up a copy at your local library or Customer Access Point. For further information on courses and how to enrol, contact the Adult Learning and Skills Service on 03000 266 115 or email alss@durham.gov.uk
