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Employability

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

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 7 July 2026

Number of weeks: 2

Time: 12:30 - 15:00

Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

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.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Number of weeks: 17

Time: 09:00 - 12:00

Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Health and Wellbeing

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

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 2 June 2026

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 12:30 - 15:00

Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Health and Wellbeing

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

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Number of weeks: 10

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Arts and Crafts

This creative drawing and painting course is ideal for beginners or those who want to develop their skills further. You will use a variety of drawing and painting materials to discover your own style by experimenting with mark making, line and colour.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 13 April 2026

Number of weeks: 12

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Upperby CDC

Full fee: £156.00
Concessionary fee: £78.00
Staff fee: £132.60

Employability

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

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 7 July 2026

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 09:00 - 12:00

Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

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.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 13 April 2026

Number of weeks: 11

Time: 09:15 - 12:15

Venue: Archive Building Whitehaven

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.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 26 February 2026

Number of weeks: 16

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Venue: Upperby CDC

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course introduces you to new skills, hints and tips in Excel to help organise your life, finances and work.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 26 February 2026

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 18:00 - 20:00

Venue: Upperby CDC

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course introduces you to new skills, hints and tips in Excel to help organise your life, finances and work.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 18:00 - 20:00

Venue: Upperby CDC

Free Course