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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: Thursday, 6 November 2025

Number of weeks: 3

Time: 09:30 - 11:30

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Employability

This qualification introduces you to the principles of Equality and Diversity and its importance in organisations such as the workplace and learning environments.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Number of weeks: 12

Time: 13:00 - 15:30

Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)

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, 29 April 2026

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)

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: Wednesday, 5 November 2025

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)

Free Course

Employability

This course introduces you to the fundamental values that underpin British society. Designed for learners new to the UK and working towards an Entry 3 qualification,

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 7 January 2026

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)

Free Course

Employability

Learn the basics of what safeguarding is and risks to children and young people.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)

Free Course

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: Thursday, 16 April 2026

Number of weeks: 12

Time: 13:00 - 15:30

Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)

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: Wednesday, 3 June 2026

Number of weeks: 8

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)

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: Monday, 27 October 2025

Number of weeks: 8

Time: 10:00 - 12:40

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

The qualification provides learners with the essential digital skills which are needed in a wide range of situations in life and at work. For example, successful learners will be able to make appointments, order goods and services, organise payments using online platforms, conduct video calls, create, edit and save a range of documents, and troubleshoot basic problems on their device. At Level 1 the focus is primarily on digital skills for work with a secondary focus on digital skills for life.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Number of weeks: 16

Time: 09:45 - 12:45

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course