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Welcome to the WEA course page for the Liverpool City Region.

Below you will find a selection of courses hosted in and around your local area. If you are looking for work, need to get a better job, or want to improve your essential skills, the WEA is here for you!

For those that would prefer to learn from home, you will also find a selection of courses that are available online.  

You may be entitled to a fully-funded place on a WEA course in the Liverpool City Region if your income is under £35,864.40, or if you are in receipt of income-related benefits. Visit our support page to find out more.

Simply apply online, or give us a call on 0300 303 3464 to speak to our friendly team.

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Sewing into business

This course is funded by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority area. This beginner-friendly sewing course helps you build confidence and practical skills in machine and hand sewing. You’ll learn to use a sewing machine, work with different fabrics, and follow commercial patterns to create simple items like a tote bag. The course also introduces basic business skills, including pricing, marketing, and planning a product line. It is Ideal for those preparing for work, further learning, or community engagement. This course supports your journey into creative enterprise and personal development.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 06/08/2026 -
Thu 24/09/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
30 sessions
Location:
H.O.T.A
1988 Bath Street
Port Sunlight
CH62 4UJ
Tutor:
TBC T.B.C
Course code:
Q00028292
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £600.00

English for Learning and Life

This course is funded by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority area. English for Learning and Life is a pre‑entry course designed to help learners build the early language, confidence and study skills needed for everyday life in the UK and for progression to the Get Ready for ESOL course. Learners develop essential skills such as recognising familiar words, understanding simple classroom language, and using basic English to communicate needs in routine situations. The course introduces simple reading and writing tasks, supports learners to build confidence in group activities and helps them develop early learning habits. It provides a supportive first step for learners who are new to English or new to learning.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/09/2026 -
Fri 13/11/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Quaker Meeting House (Liverpool)
22 School Lane
Liverpool
L1 3BT
Tutor:
Olena Fitzpatrick
Course code:
Q00027924
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £360.00

English for Learning and Life

This course is funded by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority area. English for Learning and Life is a pre‑entry course designed to help learners build the early language, confidence and study skills needed for everyday life in the UK and for progression to the Get Ready for ESOL course. Learners develop essential skills such as recognising familiar words, understanding simple classroom language, and using basic English to communicate needs in routine situations. The course introduces simple reading and writing tasks, supports learners to build confidence in group activities and helps them develop early learning habits. It provides a supportive first step for learners who are new to English or new to learning.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/09/2026 -
Fri 13/11/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
BNENC
Breckfield Centre
Breckfield Rd
Everton
L5 4QT
Tutor:
Olena Kovalenko
Course code:
Q00027927
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £360.00

English for Learning and Life

This course is funded by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority area. English for Learning and Life is a pre‑entry course designed to help learners build the early language, confidence and study skills needed for everyday life in the UK and for progression to the Get Ready for ESOL course. Learners develop essential skills such as recognising familiar words, understanding simple classroom language, and using basic English to communicate needs in routine situations. The course introduces simple reading and writing tasks, supports learners to build confidence in group activities and helps them develop early learning habits. It provides a supportive first step for learners who are new to English or new to learning.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/09/2026 -
Fri 13/11/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
BNENC
Breckfield Centre
Breckfield Rd
Everton
L5 4QT
Tutor:
Olena Fitzpatrick
Course code:
Q00027928
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £360.00

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Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

English for Learning and Life

This course is funded by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority area. English for Learning and Life is a pre‑entry course designed to help learners build the early language, confidence and study skills needed for everyday life in the UK and for progression to the Get Ready for ESOL course. Learners develop essential skills such as recognising familiar words, understanding simple classroom language, and using basic English to communicate needs in routine situations. The course introduces simple reading and writing tasks, supports learners to build confidence in group activities and helps them develop early learning habits. It provides a supportive first step for learners who are new to English or new to learning.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/09/2026 -
Fri 13/11/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
The Joseph Lappin Centre (Liverpool)
Mill Lane
Old Swan
Liverpool
L13 5TF
Tutor:
Stephen Flynn
Course code:
Q00027931
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £360.00

English for Learning and Life

This course is funded by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority area. English for Learning and Life is a pre‑entry course designed to help learners build the early language, confidence and study skills needed for everyday life in the UK and for progression to the Get Ready for ESOL course. Learners develop essential skills such as recognising familiar words, understanding simple classroom language, and using basic English to communicate needs in routine situations. The course introduces simple reading and writing tasks, supports learners to build confidence in group activities and helps them develop early learning habits. It provides a supportive first step for learners who are new to English or new to learning.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 10/09/2026 -
Fri 13/11/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
The Joseph Lappin Centre (Liverpool)
Mill Lane
Old Swan
Liverpool
L13 5TF
Tutor:
Stephen Flynn
Course code:
Q00027930
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £360.00

Award in Creative Craft (Textiles) Level 2

This course is funded by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority area. This NCFE Level 2 Award in Creative Craft (Textiles) is ideal if you want to deepen your skills and confidence in textile-based crafts. You’ll explore materials, tools and techniques, develop creative ideas, and produce a final textile item that reflects your learning and personal style. The course supports progression to further study or creative enterprise.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 08/10/2026 -
Fri 27/11/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
28 sessions
Location:
H.O.T.A
1988 Bath Street
Port Sunlight
CH62 4UJ
Tutor:
TBC T.B.C
Course code:
Q00028297
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £560.00

Get Ready For ESOL

This course is funded by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority area. Get Ready for ESOL is a pre‑entry course for adults who are at the very beginning of their English language journey. This 24‑hour course helps you build the essential skills you need before joining an accredited Entry 1 ESOL qualification. You will learn to take part in short conversations, understand simple spoken information, read everyday words and signs, and write basic words and phrases. You will also develop strategies to ask for repetition or clarification when you do not understand. This course provides a supportive introduction to English and prepares you for further ESOL study.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 19/11/2026 -
Fri 18/12/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Quaker Meeting House (Liverpool)
22 School Lane
Liverpool
L1 3BT
Tutor:
TBC T.B.C
Course code:
Q00027912
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

Get Ready For ESOL

This course is funded by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority area. Get Ready for ESOL is a pre‑entry course for adults who are at the very beginning of their English language journey. This 24‑hour course helps you build the essential skills you need before joining an accredited Entry 1 ESOL qualification. You will learn to take part in short conversations, understand simple spoken information, read everyday words and signs, and write basic words and phrases. You will also develop strategies to ask for repetition or clarification when you do not understand. This course provides a supportive introduction to English and prepares you for further ESOL study.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 19/11/2026 -
Fri 18/12/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
BNENC
Breckfield Centre
Breckfield Rd
Everton
L5 4QT
Tutor:
Olena Fitzpatrick
Course code:
Q00027914
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

Get Ready For ESOL

This course is funded by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority area. Get Ready for ESOL is a pre‑entry course for adults who are at the very beginning of their English language journey. This 24‑hour course helps you build the essential skills you need before joining an accredited Entry 1 ESOL qualification. You will learn to take part in short conversations, understand simple spoken information, read everyday words and signs, and write basic words and phrases. You will also develop strategies to ask for repetition or clarification when you do not understand. This course provides a supportive introduction to English and prepares you for further ESOL study.
View details

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 19/11/2026 -
Fri 18/12/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
The Joseph Lappin Centre (Liverpool)
Mill Lane
Old Swan
Liverpool
L13 5TF
Tutor:
Stephen Flynn
Course code:
Q00027917
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00