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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, 5 December 2025

Number of weeks: 3

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Workington 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. Learners will develop knowledge and understanding of the core areas of Digital and an introduction to the skills required in the Digital sector.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Venue: Workington Library

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: 5

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: Cumbria Deaf Association (Barrow)

Free Course

Arts and Crafts

Explore mixed media and discover how to create interesting art from a variety of materials.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 8 September 2025

Number of weeks: 7

Time: 13:00 - 15:30

Venue: Cumbria Deaf Association (Barrow)

Full fee: £123.75
Concessionary fee: £66.88
Staff fee: £106.69

Arts and Crafts

This is an exciting course that allows you to use a variety of media and to put thoughts into images. It is non digital, so if you can create images from  paint, pen or collage, this course is for you.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 17 September 2025

Number of weeks: 12

Time: 18:30 - 20:30

Venue: Botcherby Community Centre

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

Arts and Crafts

Art journalling is a new and contemporary art form. Like a sketchbook or scrapbook, an art journal incorporates colours, images, patterns and sketches. You will create three different journals based around themes such as nature, colour, food, family and travel, creating both the journal and contents.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 16 September 2025

Number of weeks: 12

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Botcherby Community Centre

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

Arts and Crafts

Explore and improve your watercolour painting skills

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 4 November 2025

Number of weeks: 7

Time: 13:00 - 15:30

Venue: Cumbria Deaf Association (Barrow)

Full fee: £113.75
Concessionary fee: £56.88
Staff fee: £96.69

Arts and Crafts

Learn about the wonderful world of watercolour painting and how to produce beautiful paintings.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 9 September 2025

Number of weeks: 7

Time: 13:00 - 15:30

Venue: Cumbria Deaf Association (Barrow)

Full fee: £123.75
Concessionary fee: £66.88
Staff fee: £106.69

Digital Skills

This course is designed for those absolute beginners who want an introduction to using digital devices. Learn to understand the terminology, what are input and output devices, how to create folders and store documents. Be able to create, edit, save and print simple documents using Word and Excel. Be able to navigate your way safely around the internet and how to send an email.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 17 September 2025

Number of weeks: 8

Time: 13:30 - 15:30

Venue: Workington Library

Free Course

Arts and Crafts

This Christmas workshop is ideal for anyone who would like to get creative and make their own festive wreath. A fun and festive workshop, perfect to get you into the Christmas spirit.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 16 December 2025

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 18:00 - 20:30

Venue: Workington Library

Full fee: £16.25
Concessionary fee: £8.13
Staff fee: £13.81