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Award in Skills for Creative Industries Entry Level 3 (KEN25S030)

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

Beginners Art Appreciation: Exploring Art Movements (KEN25T088)

Arts and Crafts

Explore the world of art movements in this engaging course. Each week will take a different art movement as its theme, giving the perfect introduction to the world of art history and appreciation.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 7 November 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Kendal Cancer Care

Full fee: £81.00
Concessionary fee: £42.00
Staff fee: £69.30

Beginners Computers (KEN25T001)

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

Beginners Drawing and Painting: - An Introduction to Acrylics and Gouache (KEN25T086)

Arts and Crafts

On this course you will learn the fundamentals of working with gouache and acrylic paints, exploring their unique properties. Through guided exercises, you'll build your skills and confidence in using these versatile mediums.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 4 November 2025

Number of weeks: 7

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Cancer Care

Full fee: £94.00
Concessionary fee: £48.50
Staff fee: £80.35

Beginners Textiles- Creative Projects for the Festive Season (KEN25T085)

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

Beginners Wire Sculpture: Seasonal Gifts (KEN25T090)

Arts and Crafts

Explore the creative potential of wire to design thoughtful, hand crafted gifts, and learn the basics of wire sculpture as an art form.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 7 November 2025

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Cancer Care

Full fee: £83.00
Concessionary fee: £44.00
Staff fee: £71.30

Certificate in Allergy Awareness Level 2 (SKI25S002)

Employability

The qualification is suitable for a wide range of learners who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of allergy awareness. It is designed for those who wish to understand allergies, the causes of allergies and what to do in case of an allergic reaction. There are three optional units which cater for those in different sectors: those who work in childcare, those who work with adults, and those who work in the service sector

Mode of attendance: Flexible

Number of weeks: 7

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course

Certificate in Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People Level 2 (SKI25S031)

Health and Wellbeing

This qualification is helpful for anyone wanting to form a greater understanding of bullying and how it can affect individuals. The programme is suitable for those who desire to form a foundation due to little or no previous experience of awareness and prevention of bullying Learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of how to support individuals who are being bullied and individuals who bully.

Mode of attendance: Flexible

Number of weeks: 7

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course

Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems Level 2 (SKI25S032)

Health and Wellbeing

This course is ideal for learners who wish to develop their awareness of mental health and a range of mental health problems, as well as gain an awareness of how to work and interact with individuals with these conditions. Anyone who currently works in health and social care settings would benefit from this course, as well as those who would like to raise their awareness of mental health for personal reasons.

Mode of attendance: Flexible

Number of weeks: 11

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course

Certificate in Counselling Skills Level 2 (SKI25S001)

Employability

The purpose of the qualification is to develop learners’ knowledge and understanding and introduce them to the skills required for counselling to prepare for further learning or training. This course does not qualify learners to practice as a counsellor but is suitable for those who wish to increase their understanding of counselling skills and techniques in order to engage in helpful interaction appropriately. Learners could use their new knowledge to complement an existing role, or as a basis for continued study to attain a qualification in this sector.

Mode of attendance: Flexible

Number of weeks: 8

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course