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Skills that add up
These courses are tailored for adults 19 and older, offering a way to boost confidence and acquire practical skills that enrich everyday life, enhance career prospects, and pave the way for further learning opportunities.
English, Maths & Digital courses
Programmes for adults to gain confidence and functional skills to apply in everyday lives, work and further learning.
Programmes may include access to digital devices and connectivity, practical everyday English, maths and digital skills, including the basics, collaborative technologies, accessing online services and e-safety.
Talk to us about ‘English, Maths and Digital’ courses
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Worried about the cost of learning?
There are no charges for many of our courses.
Staffordshire county council subsidises the costs for adult and community learning, making most courses either heavily discounted or available at no cost to you
From September 2019, even more courses may be free if you have a low income and want to improve your skills. Find out more
More about all of our other course categories
The Staffordshire Community Learning Service works with independent training providers, local colleges and community groups to deliver a range of learning opportunities for adults aged 19+, their families and communities across all of Staffordshire
Our courses run in community venues in Stafford, Newcastle, Lichfield, Tamworth, Cannock, East and South Staffordshire and the Staffordshire Moorlands. Some courses can also be accessed online from the comfort of your own home.
Our learning and course categories
Below are the main categories of all of our courses available.
You can also use the search bar above to browse the full selection of courses on offer by type, subject or location.
English, Maths & Digital courses
Programmes for adults to gain confidence and functional skills to apply in everyday lives, work and further learning.
Programmes may include access to digital devices and connectivity, practical everyday English, maths and digital skills including the basics, collaborative technologies, accessing online services and e-safety.
Community and Family Progression
Programmes for parents, carers and guardians to develop skills that contribute to their community and family learning that equips individuals with the necessary skills to give their children the best start in life.
Programmes may include family budgeting, cookery, creative subjects, sustainability and community action projects, DIY, forest schools and early years, child behaviour and development and parenting courses
Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM) and Vocational courses
Programmes for adults who want to up-skill and re-skill to gain and improve employment opportunities.
Individuals will acquire skills in a specific vocational area and will feel more confident to apply for jobs, for example Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing, Advanced Logistics, Construction, Health and Social Care and Digital. Some programmes develop enterprise skills and provide information about support available to start up a business.
Independence and Wellbeing
Programmes for adults who have learning and/or disabilities and adults who have had long-term mental ill health who require more bespoke support to be successful in learning.
Programmes provide opportunities to develop self-awareness, improve and develop personal wellbeing and independence, achieve personal aspirations, improved health and financial management, getting involved in the local community and developing strategies to live a more sustainable life.
Direct Delivery Digital
Our direct delivery unit offers courses which can lead to a recognised qualification, accredited by an awarding body. Awards and certificates are available from Entry level 1 to Level 2.
These courses are designed to provide adults with the skills to be connected to the digital world, improving employment opportunities, financial and social well-being.
English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
These courses are designed to improve language skills and support adults to learn more about life in the UK. Courses include speaking, reading and writing and will improve social well-being and employment opportunities.
What our learners say:
“I love being outdoors and trying things I wouldn’t try on my own, it is very supportive and no-one judges you.”
“I feel so much more confident and I sleep really well when I’ve been [to WELLIES].”
“So much fun, love the fresh air and friendship.”
“I have realised what makes me feel well and learned new things, I’ve not laughed so much for ages.”
Any further questions?
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