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ESOL

Do you want to improve your English? Are you a beginner or someone with little knowledge of English? This could be the course for you! You will be supported by your tutor and your peers to gain new knowledge and skills. By the end of the course you will be able: to continue your studies in English with more confidence; you will have developed basic skills in English listening, speaking, reading and writing. You will be able to reflect on and share your own story.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 24 April 2025

Number of weeks: 11

Time: 12:00 - 16:00

Venue: Tourist Information Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

Employability

The purpose of this qualification is to provide an introduction to the early development of the brain in babies and young children from birth to 7 years of age. It looks at how the social brain develops, the limbic system and self-regulation.

Mode of attendance: Flexible

Number of weeks: 12

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course

ESOL

Do you want to improve your reading skills? Join a supportive class and work with your peers to continue your learning journey. By the end of the course your reading skills will have improved and you will be in a really good position to continue your study in ESOL, or other areas of our curriculum offer. You will need to be able to attend classes each week to complete the guided learning hours for this qualification to give you the best chance of success. You will work with an experienced and supportive ESOL tutor to gain the skills and knowledge you need to achieve the ESOL Skills for Life Award in Reading at Entry Level 3. You will be asked to complete homework and additional independent study too, this is really important to allow you to do well and achieve your potential.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 25 April 2025

Number of weeks: 12

Time: 09:45 - 14:15

Venue: Kendal Cancer Care

Free Course

Employability

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

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Hindpool Community Centre

Free Course

Employability

The course looks at hazards and risks in the workplace. Learners will gain an understanding of health and safety legislation, risk assessments, and hazards.

Mode of attendance: Blended

Number of weeks: 1

Venue: PHX Training (Barrow)

Free Course

Employability

The course looks at hazards and risks in the workplace. Learners will gain an understanding of health and safety legislation, risk assessments, and hazards.

Mode of attendance: Blended

Number of weeks: 1

Venue: PHX Training (Carlisle)

Free Course

Employability

Health and Safety in Construction Level 1

Mode of attendance: Blended

Number of weeks: 1

Venue: PHX Training (Barrow)

Free Course

Employability

Health and Safety in Construction Level 1

Mode of attendance: Blended

Number of weeks: 1

Venue: PHX Training (Carlisle)

Free Course

Employability

The course will look at financial products and services, such as personal pensions, insurance, and bank or building society accounts and risks to personal finances

Mode of attendance: Blended

Number of weeks: 1

Venue: PHX Training (Barrow)

Free Course

Employability

The course will look at financial products and services, such as personal pensions, insurance, and bank or building society accounts and risks to personal finances

Mode of attendance: Blended

Number of weeks: 1

Venue: PHX Training (Carlisle)

Free Course