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Health and Wellbeing

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

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 14 January 2026

Number of weeks: 15

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

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.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 13 April 2026

Number of weeks: 10

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Arts and Crafts

Are you a naturally creative person? Would you like to earn a nationally recognised qualification that showcases your artistic flair? In this course, you will be introduced to several new artistic techniques & methods, as well as building upon any prior knowledge.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 22 September 2025

Number of weeks: 24

Time: 14:30 - 16:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course is designed for those who have a basic knowledge of PCs, those who can already create simple documents and want more confidence in using the Microsoft Office Applications. Be able to create, edit, save and print simple documents using Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel. Confidently create folders and navigate the internet.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 7 November 2025

Number of weeks: 11

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Arts and Crafts

Explore a variety of textile techniques and create some festive pieces such as rag rugged wreaths embroidered Christmas cards, and advent calendars.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 3 November 2025

Number of weeks: 7

Time: 16:30 - 18:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Full fee: £96.00
Concessionary fee: £50.50
Staff fee: £82.35

Health and Wellbeing

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

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 15 September 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course is designed for those absolute beginners who want an introduction to using digital devices. Learn to understand the terminology, what are input and output devices, how to create folders and store documents. Be able to create, edit, save and print simple documents using Word and Excel. Be able to navigate your way safely around the internet and how to send an email.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 7 November 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 13:00 - 15:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course is designed for those absolute beginners who want an introduction to using digital devices. Learn to understand the terminology, what are input and output devices, how to create folders and store documents. Be able to create, edit, save and print simple documents using Word and Excel. Be able to navigate your way safely around the internet and how to send an email.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 7 November 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 13:00 - 15:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Health and Wellbeing

We're all finding it hard to keep track of where our money goes at the moment. This course will help you to balance your weekly and monthly budget with simple advice and practical tips.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 26 November 2025

Number of weeks: 3

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

ESOL

Do you want to improve your reading skills? Do you want to join a fun and friendly class? If the answer is yes then this could be the right course for you! By the end of this course your knowledge and skills will have improved and you will be confident to: use prepositions, adverbials and connectives, use knowledge of common words to understand text and find information, use detailed reading to find specific information. If this sounds very complicated do not worry! You will work with an experienced and enthusiastic ESOL tutor and a group of your peers to develop the skills and knowledge to achieve this qualification and be in the best position to move forward with your studies. You need to be able to attend classes each week and complete homework to give you the best chance of success. You will be able to study other awards in the ESOL Skills for Life suite of qualifications on successful completion.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Number of weeks: 13

Time: 09:15 - 11:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course