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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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Professional Development: DWP CV Workshop

Create an effective CV with our Professional Development: CV Workshop. Learn how to highlight your skills and experiences to make a strong impression on employers. Ideal for job seekers looking to enhance their employability.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/04/2025 -
Wed 30/04/2025
Times:
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
DWP Wellington Street Job Centre
Crown Buildings
60 Wellington Street
Leicester
LE1 6DS
Tutor:
Ayman Ali
Course code:
Q00022041
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £6.30

Personal Development: Driving Theory Test Practice

This course teaches you language and information about transportation in UK. It will help you build your skills, confidence, and vocabulary needed to pass the Driving Theory part of the driving UK Car driver's test. This course will help you develop your knowledge of and skills to answer questions in online tests.
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Dates:
Thu 01/05/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Wesley Hall Community Centre (Leicester)
76 Hartington Road
Leicester
LE2 0GN
Tutor:
Sumeya Daud
Course code:
Q00021921
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £105.00

Personal Development: Beauty Therapy

A brief 5 week introduction to Beauty Therapy. Each week we will cover a different beauty treatment offered in salons and nail bars. Students will cover Working safely in a salon environment, Manicure, Lash and Brow treatments, Facials, Nail art and Indian Head Massage.
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Dates:
Thu 01/05/2025 -
Thu 12/06/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Riverside Community Health Project (Newc
Carnegie Building
Atkinson Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 8XS
Tutor:
Jennifer Moore
Course code:
Q00022138
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Personal Development: Working in the UK (Bevois)

The "Working in the UK" course is aimed at ESOL 1 learners. This course helps you understand how to get a job in the UK. You will learn about job searching, writing a CV, and doing job interviews. The course also teaches you about workers' rights, like fair pay and safe working conditions. You will learn about UK workplace culture and how to talk to your boss and coworkers. By the end of the course, you will feel more confident about finding and keeping a job in the UK. This course is great for beginners in the UK job market.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 02/05/2025 -
Fri 18/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Bevois Town Primary School (Southampton)
Cedar Road
Southampton
SO14 6RU
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00017823
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Professional Development: DWP CV Workshop

Create an effective CV with our Professional Development: CV Workshop. Learn how to highlight your skills and experiences to make a strong impression on employers. Ideal for job seekers looking to enhance their employability.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 05/05/2025 -
Mon 05/05/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
DWP Wellington Street Job Centre
Crown Buildings
60 Wellington Street
Leicester
LE1 6DS
Tutor:
Ayman Ali
Course code:
Q00021236
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £10.50

Professional Development: DWP CV Workshop

Create an effective CV with our Professional Development: CV Workshop. Learn how to highlight your skills and experiences to make a strong impression on employers. Ideal for job seekers looking to enhance their employability.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 05/05/2025 -
Mon 05/05/2025
Location:
DWP Wellington Street Job Centre
Crown Buildings
60 Wellington Street
Leicester
LE1 6DS
Course code:
Q00022046
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £10.50

Personal Development: Mind at Work

This course is put on in partnership with Wolverhampton City Council and Job Centre Plus. Are you unemployed and looking for work but experiencing mental health issues? These might include, but not be limited to, stress, anxiety, depression, panic attacks or post traumatic stress. This free support programme will help you to cope better with these challenges and discover techniques and strategies to use in every day life. There is an information and registration day on Monday, 15 April 10am-12pm. Please bring photo ID. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 06/05/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
21 sessions
Location:
The Old School Building (Wolverhampton)
The Old School
73 Dudley Road
Wolverhampton
WV2 3BY
Tutor:
Jayne Evans
Course code:
Q00015678
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £210.00

Professional Development: An Introduction to Basic Business Correspondence

This 6-week course is designed for learners that already have basic word processing skills and are seeking to enhance these by using Word 365, which comes under the Microsoft Office 365 umbrella. This course is ideal for anyone seeking work in an office environment, setting up their own business or undertaking voluntary work where these skills are essential to do the tasks required.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 06/05/2025 -
Tue 17/06/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
St Peters Centre (Mansfield)
Church Side
Mansfield
NG18 1AP
Tutor:
Kay Parker
Course code:
Q00021396
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Personal Development: Positive pathways for Mental Health

This course is designed to help individuals explore positive strategies for maintaining and improving mental well-being. Through guided discussions, practical exercises, and self-reflection, learners will learn how to build resilience, manage stress, and develop healthy habits for a balanced mind. The course encourages self-awareness, emotional regulation, and a proactive approach to mental health using evidence-based techniques.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 06/05/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025
Times:
1:15pm - 3:15pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
St. Margaret's Centre (Durham)
The Old School
Margery Lane
Durham
DH1 4QJ
Tutor:
Margaret Mordue
Course code:
Q00021253
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Personal Development: Beginners Language at Work

This course is put on in partnership with Wolverhampton City Council and the DWP. It is suitable with learners who wish to improve their English to get ready to apply for a job, who are unemployed and looking for work and who also have English as a second language. Learners with English as a second language, who are looking for work and receiving benefits and aged 19 plus are eligible. If you are in receipt of work related benefits, speak to your work coach at the Job Centre and mention JCP Wolverhampton Hub. Subject to eligibility, travel expenses can be paid. For further information call 07881 358679. There is an information and registration day planned and your advisor will let you know. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 07/05/2025 -
Wed 23/07/2025
Times:
9:45am - 12:15pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
The Old School Building (Wolverhampton)
The Old School
73 Dudley Road
Wolverhampton
WV2 3BY
Tutor:
Saima Gulzar
Course code:
Q00015675
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
2 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £115.50