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Personal development can mean a lot of different things. Our courses can help you develop the skills and confidence you need to make the most of your potential. Our adult education classes can also help you grow in your current job and help you reach your goals. 

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Looking for work? Start here

If you are looking for work and want to get started, we have short courses to help you find work. We run free course * on CV writing, job hunting and interviews. We’re here to help you reach your potential. From starting to explore your options to learning how to successfully apply for jobs. Our personal development courses help you take positive steps towards your dream job.

Stand out from the crowd

To stand out in the crowd and improve your employability, our tutors offer friendly support to meet your needs. You can talk to your tutor about your goals and identify the steps you need to take to get into the job you want.  Whether an online course or in person, our tutors are here to ensure you succeed. 

Already in work?

If you’re already in work and want to gain new skills and confidence or improve your wellbeing at work, our courses can help. Our adult education skills courses help you clarify your goals and find a clear path to reaching your potential.

*Over 90% of applicants for skills courses do not need to pay a fee. Subject to status - courses are free for unemployed people, job seekers and people on low wage. If you do not qualify you will be alerted during the application process.

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Personal Development: DWP CV Writing Workshop

The CV writing workshop will empower Department for Work and Pensions claimants to create a new CV or update an existing CV with the help of an experienced tutor. You will learn the basic concepts and importance of an effective CV, ensuring that it includes personal details, information on education, work experience, key skills and references. Where appropriate you will receive support to tailor CVs to specific job roles with a view to improve prospects for being invited for an interview. It will be an opportunity to obtain individual feedback, review drafted CVs and address any individual queries and concerns. This course is for learners of the DWP, Wellington Street, Leicester only.
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Dates:
Wed 22/11/2023 -
Wed 22/11/2023
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
WEA (Leicester)
101 Hinckley Road
Leicester
LE3 0TD
Tutor:
Ayman Ali
Course code:
Q00012834
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £8.40

Professional Development: Over 50's Introduction to Employability

Are you looking for work or wish to get back into learning? Would you like help deciding the best path to take next? This introductory Employability course will provide you with support to assess your own transferable skills and qualities with the intention of attending a longer course to help you apply and achieve that dream job. This course will be from 10am to 2pm for 3 days at a local job centre. You will be in a small group of like-minded people and guided by an experienced tutor.
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Dates:
Mon 27/11/2023 -
Fri 01/12/2023
Times:
10:00am - 2:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
The Roots Coffee and Community Centre (G
69 Alvin Street
Gloucester
GL1 3EH
Tutor:
Andrew Vincent
Course code:
Q00012655
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £44.10

Personal Development: DWP CV Writing Workshop

The CV writing workshop will empower Department for Work and Pensions claimants to create a new CV or update an existing CV with the help of an experienced tutor. You will learn the basic concepts and importance of an effective CV, ensuring that it includes personal details, information on education, work experience, key skills and references. Where appropriate you will receive support to tailor CVs to specific job roles with a view to improve prospects for being invited for an interview. It will be an opportunity to obtain individual feedback, review drafted CVs and address any individual queries and concerns. This course is for learners of the DWP, Wellington Street, Leicester only.
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Dates:
Wed 29/11/2023 -
Wed 29/11/2023
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Wellington Street Job Centre
Crown Buildings
60 Wellington Street
Leicester
LE1 6DS
Tutor:
Ayman Ali
Course code:
Q00012866
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £8.40

Personal Development: DWP CV Writing Workshop

The CV writing workshop will empower Department for Work and Pensions claimants to create a new CV or update an existing CV with the help of an experienced tutor. You will learn the basic concepts and importance of an effective CV, ensuring that it includes personal details, information on education, work experience, key skills and references. Where appropriate you will receive support to tailor CVs to specific job roles with a view to improve prospects for being invited for an interview. It will be an opportunity to obtain individual feedback, review drafted CVs and address any individual queries and concerns. This course is for learners of the DWP, Wellington Street, Leicester only.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 06/12/2023 -
Wed 06/12/2023
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Wellington Street Job Centre
Crown Buildings
60 Wellington Street
Leicester
LE1 6DS
Tutor:
Ayman Ali
Course code:
Q00012867
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40

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Personal Development: DWP CV Writing Workshop

The CV writing workshop will empower Department for Work and Pensions claimants to create a new CV or update an existing CV with the help of an experienced tutor. You will learn the basic concepts and importance of an effective CV, ensuring that it includes personal details, information on education, work experience, key skills and references. Where appropriate you will receive support to tailor CVs to specific job roles with a view to improve prospects for being invited for an interview. It will be an opportunity to obtain individual feedback, review drafted CVs and address any individual queries and concerns. This course is for learners of the DWP, Wellington Street, Leicester only.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 13/12/2023 -
Wed 13/12/2023
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Wellington Street Job Centre
Crown Buildings
60 Wellington Street
Leicester
LE1 6DS
Tutor:
Ayman Ali
Course code:
Q00012868
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40

Personal Development: Taster session Drama.

Drama is a perfect vehicle to express yourself. We will learn how to regain confidence and self esteem through Drama. Creating moments of wellbeing in the day is essential for our emotional and mental health. Telling stories, creating a setting or exploring performance will give the opportunity to work with like minded people in this course, where all are welcome to enjoy exploring narrative and self-expression. This allows people to express themselves and explore different emotions and perspectives through role-playing and improvisation.
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Dates:
Thu 14/12/2023 -
Thu 14/12/2023
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
The Exchange Recovery College (Barnsley)
33 Gawber Road
Barnsley
S75 2AH
Tutor:
Carrie Hanson
Course code:
Q00012814
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40

Personal Development: Beauty Therapies & Nails

This Beauty Therapies & Nails course is a comprehensive and specialised programme designed to elevate participants' skills and knowledge in the field of Beauty Therapies and Nail Care. This course offers a unique blend of theoretical understanding and hands-on practice, enabling participants to master a diverse range of beauty treatments and nail techniques.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 08/01/2024 -
Mon 18/03/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
The Serenity Academy
20 High Street
Wath-on-Dearne
Rotherham
S63 7QG
Tutor:
Karen Hunter
Course code:
Q00012527
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Professional Development: Assertiveness and Imposter Syndrome

Do you sometimes feel frustrated that you are not communicating to others effectively and your views are not taken into account? Why is acting assertively so difficult, and what are the barriers for us? We will be looking at what we mean by assertive behaviour and how we can recognise and celebrate this. Investigating our own personal barriers to assertive behaviour will allow us to start to identify personal barriers, and considering ‘imposter syndrome’ allow us to start to counter any feelings of this type that we experience. How can we put our point of view making clear our own views while still respecting the views and needs of others. If you would like to find out more this course is for you.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 10/01/2024 -
Wed 10/01/2024
Times:
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Tutor:
Kate Antoniou
Course code:
Q00012171
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £11.10

Preparation for Work

This course is for South Tyneside ESOL residents only and free for any learner registered with CREST. Living in a new culture can be a positive, stimulating experience. It can also be very challenging. On this course you will learn about what to expect and how to settle into life in the UK and look for work. This course will offer opportunities to develop life skills such as team work, communication and time management and enhance your transferrable skills for life and work. You will have the opportunity to discuss your progress with the tutor and will be able to set your own personal learning goals. The course is intended to reduce loneliness and make people more confident, capable and more resilient.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 11/01/2024 -
Thu 11/07/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
21 sessions
Location:
Crest (South Shields)
95 Fowler Street
South Shields
NE33 1NU
Tutor:
Hoda Darawsha
Course code:
Q00012506
How you'll learn:
In venue
Status:
Waiting list (Join waiting list)
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Personal Development: Preparing for the Driving Theory Test

The course is for learners who either have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad or are interested in learning to drive in the UK but have limited experience. Do you have an overseas driving licence? Are you preparing to take the driving theory test? Or interested in starting to learn to drive in the UK? This course is for you if you have some experience of driving in the UK or abroad. You are equally welcome to join if you want to learn more about preparing to drive in the UK if you have limited driving experience. Our course is friendly and a safe environment to ask questions. You will help each other to practice through informal activities and discussions, helping you to develop your understanding.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 11/01/2024 -
Thu 08/02/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Tutor:
Sally Kawamura
Course code:
Q00012196
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00