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Digital Skills

This course offers an introduction to Android Smartphones and how they can be used in everyday life. We will cover such topics as how to access the internet using your phone, how to access your emails and how to alter basic settings amongst other topics

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 20 June 2025

Number of weeks: 3

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Windermere Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course offers an introduction to Android Smartphones and how they can be used in everyday life. We will cover such topics as how to access the internet using your phone, how to access your emails and how to alter basic settings amongst other topics

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 23 June 2025

Number of weeks: 2

Time: 15:00 - 17:30

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

The emphasis of this course is about Apps that we use in a ‘typical day’ scenario, such as a day out by train, city break by car, using Google maps as Satnav, online groceries and many more!

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 11 July 2025

Number of weeks: 2

Time: 12:30 - 15:30

Venue: Windermere Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

The emphasis of this course is about Apps that we use in a ‘typical day’ scenario, such as a day out by train, city break by car, using Google maps as Satnav, online groceries and many more!

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 24 July 2025

Number of weeks: 2

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Employability

A qualification course that develops your knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of infection prevention and control. It is ideal for those working or volunteering or those who would like to add a health based qualification to their CV.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 6 June 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: The Shakepeare Centre

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: Tuesday, 10 June 2025

Number of weeks: 7

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

English

This is an enjoyable and relaxed course to exercise your imagination and extend your writing boundaries, whichever level you are at.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 3 June 2025

Number of weeks: 7

Time: 14:00 - 16:00

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Health and Wellbeing

If your self-confidence is at a low ebb it can affect all aspects of your life. This course will give you tips and techniques to use in lots of different situations to ensure that your voice is heard.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

English

This course uses poems and stories as inspiration for creative projects. You'll build your English skills while experimenting with visual techniques like drawing, mark-making, and mixed media. It’s a unique way to bring language to life through creative expression.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 2 June 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Ulverston The Spot

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course is a "how to" on your iPad all the way from how to turn it on, to how to use your device to stay in touch with family and friends, we go through all the tips on how to get the most from your device.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 6 June 2025

Number of weeks: 3

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course