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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Smartphone Skills for Job Seekers

This course is funded by the East Midlands Combined County Authority and is only available to residents living within the  East Midlands Combined County Authority area. Applying for jobs can feel overwhelming, especially if you're not used to doing it online. Thankfully, there are simple digital tools that make the process easier, and you can access them right from your smartphone. This course helps you build the skills to search and apply for jobs using your smartphone. You’ll learn how to upload your CV, write a cover letter specific to a job role, use the basics of AI and apply for a job role using your smartphone. This course is designed for beginners and offers step-by-step guidance in a supportive environment.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 24/09/2026 -
Fri 06/11/2026
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Nottingham learning centre classroom 2
39 Mapperley Road
Nottingham
Nottingham
NG3 5AQ
Tutor:
Penelope Golland
Course code:
Q00027215
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £192.00

Digital Skills for Learning

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities.  This course introduces you to the basic digital skills needed to participate in simple online learning tasks. You will practise opening links, viewing short learning videos, and completing guided online activities using familiar devices. The course covers basic navigation skills, recognising key onscreen symbols, typing short answers, and using simple features like play/pause and zoom. You will explore safe behaviour online and learn how to ask for help when unsure.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 24/09/2026 -
Thu 01/10/2026
Times:
9:30am - 1:00pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Whitehawk
Whitehawk Road
Brighton and Hove
BN2 5NS
Tutor:
TBC T.B.C
Course code:
Q00027576
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £56.00

Preparation for Work in Customer Service

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. Prepare for a confident start in customer‑facing roles with this supportive course. You will explore what good customer service looks like across different sector areas, learn how to communicate effectively, understand customer needs and respond to enquiries in a friendly and professional way. You’ll also practise handling simple complaints, recognising workplace expectations, working as part of a team and keeping yourself and others safe. Through activities, discussions and role‑play, you’ll build your confidence step by step. This course is ideal if you want to develop your skills for work in any customer‑service setting.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/09/2026 -
Mon 30/11/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)
Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JD
Tutor:
Joanna Browning-Seyfi
Course code:
Q00027814
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £480.00

Functional Skills English Level 1

This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the West Midlands Combined Authority area. Develop skills to help you read, write, and communicate in English with confidence. Improved language skills open doors to work and study opportunities and help you learn key skills for employment. Level 1 functional skills courses are not like learning English at school. They’re created by adults for adults, and aim to teach you practical English skills through real-life situations. 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 level 1 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 29/09/2026 -
Tue 08/12/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
19 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Imogen Draper
Course code:
Q00027398
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £440.00

WEA Membership

WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!

Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Digital Skills for Learning

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities.  This course introduces you to the basic digital skills needed to participate in simple online learning tasks. You will practise opening links, viewing short learning videos, and completing guided online activities using familiar devices. The course covers basic navigation skills, recognising key onscreen symbols, typing short answers, and using simple features like play/pause and zoom. You will explore safe behaviour online and learn how to ask for help when unsure.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/09/2026 -
Tue 06/10/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Whitehawk
Whitehawk Road
Brighton and Hove
BN2 5NS
Tutor:
Jane Perrin
Course code:
Q00027538
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £56.00

Digital Skills for Learning

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities.  This course introduces you to the basic digital skills needed to participate in simple online learning tasks. You will practise opening links, viewing short learning videos, and completing guided online activities using familiar devices. The course covers basic navigation skills, recognising key onscreen symbols, typing short answers, and using simple features like play/pause and zoom. You will explore safe behaviour online and learn how to ask for help when unsure.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/09/2026 -
Tue 06/10/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Whitehawk
Whitehawk Road
Brighton and Hove
BN2 5NS
Tutor:
Jane Perrin
Course code:
Q00027532
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £56.00

Digital Skills for Learning

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities.  This course introduces you to the basic digital skills needed to participate in simple online learning tasks. You will practise opening links, viewing short learning videos, and completing guided online activities using familiar devices. The course covers basic navigation skills, recognising key onscreen symbols, typing short answers, and using simple features like play/pause and zoom. You will explore safe behaviour online and learn how to ask for help when unsure.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/09/2026 -
Tue 06/10/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Whitehawk
Whitehawk Road
Brighton and Hove
BN2 5NS
Tutor:
Alice Lynden
Course code:
Q00027534
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £56.00

Digital Skills for Learning

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities.  This course introduces you to the basic digital skills needed to participate in simple online learning tasks. You will practise opening links, viewing short learning videos, and completing guided online activities using familiar devices. The course covers basic navigation skills, recognising key onscreen symbols, typing short answers, and using simple features like play/pause and zoom. You will explore safe behaviour online and learn how to ask for help when unsure.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/09/2026 -
Tue 06/10/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Whitehawk
Whitehawk Road
Brighton and Hove
BN2 5NS
Tutor:
Alice Lynden
Course code:
Q00027535
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £56.00

Preparation for Work in Customer Service

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. Prepare for a confident start in customer‑facing roles with this supportive course. You will explore what good customer service looks like across different sector areas, learn how to communicate effectively, understand customer needs and respond to enquiries in a friendly and professional way. You’ll also practise handling simple complaints, recognising workplace expectations, working as part of a team and keeping yourself and others safe. Through activities, discussions and role‑play, you’ll build your confidence step by step. This course is ideal if you want to develop your skills for work in any customer‑service setting.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/09/2026 -
Tue 01/12/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
27 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Irma Gough
Course code:
Q00027608
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £480.00

Building your CV

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. This short course is designed to help you take practical steps towards employment. It is suitable if you are new to job‑seeking, returning to work, or want to improve your confidence with applications. During the session, you will learn what a CV is for and what employers look for. You will be guided to create a simple CV or improve one you already have, using your skills, experience, and interests. Support is available at every stage, and activities are broken down into clear, manageable steps. You will also try basic job‑search tasks, such as looking at job adverts and identifying what skills employers want. You will have the chance to practise answering simple interview questions, helping you feel more confident talking about yourself in a positive way. By the end of the course, you will leave with a clearer CV, increased confidence, and practical knowledge to help you move closer to employment or further training.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 30/09/2026 -
Wed 30/09/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
JCP
High Street
Coleford
GL16 8FG
Tutor:
Rob Fele
Course code:
Q00027187
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £24.00