If you are looking for work, need to get a better job, or want to improve your work skills, the WEA is here for you. We have a great track record of helping people like you gain the skills and confidence they need for work. Best of all, most of our work skills courses are free*.    

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  • Build your confidence and essential skills  
  • Develop skills related to specific types of jobs  
  • Progress in your current job by boosting your current skills and learning new ones  

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The WEA and our team of supportive tutors are here for you at every step.  Whether you’re a jobseeker, have recently been made redundant or you simply want to move up the ladder, we have a course for you.   

Improve your English, maths or digital skills to earn more money.  Find courses in health and social care, community interpreting, schools and childcare and more.   

Find out more about job hunting, take courses to become more employable or change your career. Boost your employability skills and stand out on that job application.    

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Take a short, informal course or gain a national qualification. Learning in a classroom, in a work setting or at home, you’ll always have the same great support from your tutor.  

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*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: Teamwork : Problem Solving (Building Emotional Resilience)

This is a LLDD course and is not to go on the website.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Lincoln and District Indoor Bowls
Hall Drive
Lincoln
LN6 7SW
Tutor:
Patrick O'Reilly
Course code:
Q00020773
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

Personal Development: Further Confidence Skills for an Interview

This is an LLDD course and is not to go on the website.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
12:00pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Lincoln and District Indoor Bowls
Hall Drive
Lincoln
LN6 7SW
Tutor:
Patrick O'Reilly
Course code:
Q00020780
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Pre-Entry Essential Digital Skills: Using technology for beginners

This beginner-friendly course introduces learners to everyday technology in a simple, supportive way. Designed for individuals with learning difficulties and disabilities, it builds confidence using devices like smartphones, tablets, and computers for communication, entertainment, and daily tasks.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Tunstall Library (Stoke-on-Trent)
Tunstall Library
The Boulevard
Stoke-on-Trent
ST6 6BD
Tutor:
Tabitha Allsop
Course code:
Q00022139
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Everyday Digital Skills

This course for digital skills is suitable for anyone who wants to learn or refresh their digital skills, from beginners to lower level (English Pre-entry to Entry 1 levels). You will learn digital related vocabulary and familiarise yourself with Zoom and/or Teams features to assist with online learning. On this course you will get to grips with keyboard functions and using Microsoft. Additionally, you will understand online safety and how to register with the NHS app.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Heena Ajmal
Course code:
Q00018508
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £81.40

WEA Membership

WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!

Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1)

Work towards GCSE-level maths skills with this functional skills level 1 course. Progress your maths skills to help you access work and study opportunities. Functional maths improves your numeracy skills through real-life situations. Learn maths in context. Develop practical maths skills to help you in everyday situations such as organising your personal budget or applying discounts when shopping. This level 1 functional skills maths course can help you get a GCSE-equivalent qualification in maths. You’ll learn practical maths skills employers look for. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Wed 23/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Humera Mehrban
Course code:
Q00021593
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
1 place remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £203.50

Award in Preparation for Work in Community Interpreting Level 2

The role of the community interpreter is an integral part of our changing communities and increasingly important. The interpreter acts as a bridge between communities and enables people to access the services they need and approach situations which otherwise would not be possible. The Level 2 Certificate in Preparing for the Community Interpreting Role enables learners who are speakers of other languages to develop the language and skills necessary to go on and train as Community Interpreters at Level 3 and Level 4. This is the ideal qualification for anyone who wants to enter the interpreting profession and become a paid interpreter or volunteer in the UK.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025
Times:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nilofar Latifi
Course code:
Q00020378
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £300.00

Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3)

Continue developing your English skills to open doors to work and study opportunities. This entry 3 functional skills course helps you learn English skills employers look for. Gain practical skills to improve your reading, writing, and verbal communication in English. Strengthen your writing skills and learn reading techniques to help you tackle everyday situations at work or while studying. This adult English course helps you develop your language skills through real-life situations. Functional Skills entry 3 is a government-funded accredited English course for adults. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
22 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Angie Stevens
Course code:
Q00021524
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Beginners Digital Skills

This course is designed to help beginners develop essential digital skills needed for everyday life and work. Learn how to confidently use computers, the internet, and digital devices in a supportive and friendly environment. This course is funded by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
CGL Widnes (change, grow, live)
Canal Side Industrial Estate
Constance Way
Widnes
North West
WA8 0QR
Tutor:
Linda Bennett
Course code:
Q00019728
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.00

Entry Level Digital Skills: Google - How to use Google Doc

Discover the wonderful world of Google Docs: This short taster course will introduce you to the basics of Google Docs including an overview of how to create and implement it, what you can do with Google Docs and how to use it across applications. We will be using data provided on a Google account to use Google Docs. Whether you have studied the content before or are completely new to it, you will find value on this programme. You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm. Start your Google Docs journey today by registering for this course.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 03/06/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Peter Brown
Course code:
Q00017446
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Functional Skills Qualification in English (Level 2)

There are many reasons to study this English functional skills course but you might be surprised to know that they’re not academic. Whether you want to feel more confident at public speaking or would like to study an apprenticeship or traineeship, this Level 2 English Functional Skills course can help you achieve your goals in a fun and practical way. Functional skills courses teach you English skills for learning, life, and work- not just to pass an exam. Enjoy the learning process as you watch your vocabulary grow, your spelling improve, and your confidence soar. If you’re fed up with academic courses and want to learn English in a practical and gratifying way, you won’t regret taking this English functional skills level 2 course. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
23 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Paula Veiga
Course code:
Q00021522
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £148.00