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Digital Skills

This course is for those with a good level of ICT knowledge and skills. It further expands and develops at a higher level the skills and knowledge gained from the beginners course in how to use a computer.  You will use Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word as well as the internet, email and manage folders at a more advanced level to increase your competency in using a computer.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 18 September 2025

Number of weeks: 11

Time: 09:45 - 11:45

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Employability

Preparation is vital when it come to interviews, learn how to be ready to smash your interview and get the job.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 1 October 2025

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: Cumbria Deaf Association (Barrow)

Free Course

Employability

Preparation is vital when it come to interviews, learn how to be ready to smash your interview and get the job.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 3 December 2025

Number of weeks: 3

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: Cumbria Deaf Association (Barrow)

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course offers an introduction to iPhones 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: Tuesday, 2 September 2025

Number of weeks: 2

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Fully Booked

Family Learning

Create your own Story Box with resources to accompany the story of The Snowman by Raymond Briggs. This course is ideal for parents and carers who want to support their child’s early reading and language development in a creative, exciting and interactive way.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 9 December 2025

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 16:00 - 17:30

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Family Learning

Create your own Storybox to retell the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar or We're Going on a Bear Hunt

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 27 August 2025

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 10:00 - 11:30

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Family Learning

Create your own Storybox to retell the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar or We're Going on a Bear Hunt

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 20 August 2025

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 10:00 - 11:30

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Family Learning

Create your own Story Box with resources to accompany the story of The Snowman by Raymond Briggs. This course is ideal for parents and carers who want to support their child’s early reading and language development in a creative, exciting and interactive way.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 16 December 2025

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 16:00 - 17:30

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

This qualification focuses on enabling learners to interact with word processing applications and tools commonly encountered in the workplace and in learning environments.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 29 September 2025

Number of weeks: 8

Time: 09:45 - 12:45

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Employability

This course aims to prepare you for returning to the workplace by giving you both the confidence and the tools needed to begin your journey.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 9 September 2025

Number of weeks: 7

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: Cumbria Deaf Association (Barrow)

Free Course