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Curriculum area: Employability

There are lots of rewarding careers in the health and care sector, this course will give you a broad introduction to the sector and the skills required.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 23 February 2027
Number of weeks: 18
Time: 09:15 - 11:45
Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Curriculum area: Employability

A qualification course that enhances your knowledge and understanding of the principles of keeping food safe.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 8 June 2027
Number of weeks: 6
Time: 12:30 - 14:30
Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Curriculum area: Health and Wellbeing

A short qualification course that enhances your knowledge of the terms mental health and wellbeing, different types of conditions, and the support available.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 12 January 2027
Number of weeks: 5
Time: 12:30 - 14:30
Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Curriculum area: Health and Wellbeing

This qualification gives you an understanding of mental health and wellbeing which can be applied in a wide variety of contexts.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 23 February 2027
Number of weeks: 12
Time: 12:30 - 15:00
Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Curriculum area: Employability

A qualification course that gives you a short introduction to safeguarding for those with little or no prior knowledge. It is ideal for those working or volunteering with children or vulnerable adults.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 24 November 2026
Number of weeks: 9
Time: 09:30 - 11:45
Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Curriculum area: Health and Wellbeing

This accredited course looks at what is meant by resilience and grit, and why they are vital to our health and wellbeing in an uncertain world.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 3 November 2026
Number of weeks: 7
Time: 12:00 - 15:00
Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Curriculum area: Health and Wellbeing

If you are struggling with confidence join this friendly class to learn strategies to help you face life challenges..

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Number of weeks: 7
Time: 12:30 - 14:30
Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Curriculum area: Employability

This workshop will provide you with all you need to know to create a stand out CV.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 20 July 2027
Number of weeks: 1
Time: 09:00 - 12:00
Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Curriculum area: ESOL

Do you want to get better at reading English? Do you want to work with an experienced and friendly tutor? This could be the ideal course for you! By the end of this course you will be confident to : read and understand a short piece of text. You will understand how to construct of a simple sentence. You will know days of the week, family words, dates and times. You will understand common prepositions. You will recognise digits 0 – 9 (used in dates, times telephone numbers and prices). You will confidently recognise the alphabet in both lower and upper case. You must be able to attend classes each week to give you the best chance for success. This qualification is ideal for learners who want to progress and improve all aspects of their English and will leave you in a very good position to study other awards at Entry 1 in the ESOL offer.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Thursday, 17 September 2026
Number of weeks: 30
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Venue: Workington and District Amateur Musical Society (WADAMS)

Free Course

Curriculum area: ESOL

Do you want to improve your writing skills? Join a supportive class and work with your peers to start your learning journey on the ESOL Skills for Life suite of qualifications. By the end of the course you will be more confident in: writing simple text and communicating information and ideas. You will understand the difference between a range of simple text layouts e.g. invitation, messages and envelopes. You will be able to use verbs and capital letters where appropriate in your writing. You will spell personal vocabulary and common words correctly. Do not worry if this sounds a lot and a bit daunting because you will be supported every step of the way! You will need to be able to attend classes each week to complete the guided learning hours for this qualification and to give you the best chance of success. You will develop the skills and knowledge to allow you to move forward confidently in your ESOL journey.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 16 September 2026
Number of weeks: 30
Time: 09:30 - 12:30
Venue: Workington and District Amateur Musical Society (WADAMS)

Free Course