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Award in Equality and Diversity Level 1 (BAR25S037)

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, 22 April 2026

Number of weeks: 12

Time: 13:00 - 15:30

Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)

Free Course

Award in Food Safety in Catering Level 2 (BAR25S039)

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

Award in Mental Health and Wellbeing Level 2 (BAR25S056)

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

Award in Mental Health and Wellbeing Level 2 (BAR25S076)

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: Wednesday, 7 January 2026

Number of weeks: 12

Time: 13:00 - 15:30

Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)

Free Course

Building Confidence (BAR25T092)

Health and Wellbeing

If your self-confidence is at a low ebb it can affect all aspects of your life. This course will give you tips and techniques to use in lots of different situations to ensure that your voice is heard.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 3 June 2026

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)

Free Course

Building Confidence and Self Esteem with Positive Thinking (BAR25T049)

Health and Wellbeing

If you are struggling with confidence join this friendly class to learn strategies to help you face life challenges..

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 26 February 2026

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 13:00 - 15:30

Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)

Free Course

Computers for the Absolute Beginner - An Introduction to IT (WHI25T106)

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: Thursday, 30 April 2026

Number of weeks: 8

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: Whitehaven Library

Free Course

Desktop Publishing for Beginners (WHI25T006)

Digital Skills

This short course introduces you to desktop publishing. You will learn how to create your own documents  such as posters and simple newsletters. Learn how to format existing templates with images and text.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 15 January 2026

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: Whitehaven Library

Free Course

ESOL Skills for Life Award in Speaking and Listening at Entry Level 2 (BAR25S065)

ESOL

Do you want to improve your speaking and listening skills? Do you want to join a fun and friendly class? If the answer is yes then this could be the right course for you! By the end of the course you will feel more confident to be able to: Understand directions and instructions, use intonation appropriately in statements and questions, use knowledge of grammatical detail e.g. past and present, continuous tense, present perfect tense, ‘used to’ understand text. You will be confident to use a range of ‘wh’ – questions, yes/no and open questions using different tenses. You will be able to give a short description using a range of adjectives, comparatives and superlatives. If this sounds daunting don`t worry! You will work with your peers and an experienced and enthusiastic ESOL tutor to develop the skills and knowledge to need to achieve this qualification and be in a positive position to move to further study. It is very important that you can attend all classes as this puts you in the best position to succeed.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 10 March 2026

Number of weeks: 16

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Venue: Salvation Army (Barrow)

Free Course