Welcome to the WEA course page for South Yorkshire! 

Below you will find a selection of courses hosted in and around your local areas of Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham and Doncaster. 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. Best of all, most of our work skills courses are free*! 

Simply apply online, or give us a call on 0300 343 3464 to speak to our friendly team.

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Communicating Confidently

This course is funded by the South Yorkshire Combined Authority and only available to residents living within the South Yorkshire Combined Authority area. Would you like to feel more confident in conversations, meetings, or speaking in public? If you struggle to find your voice or get your point across, this communication skills course can help you feel more comfortable in conversation. Improving your communication skills can go a long way towards boosting your confidence in these situations. Learn effective tools and techniques to improve your communication skills. Whether you want to feel more comfortable meeting new people, holding union meetings or participating in community discussions, these confidence-building exercises can help you.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 06/07/2026 -
Fri 17/07/2026
Times:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
Victoria Hall Methodist Church (Sheffiel
Norfolk Street
Sheffield
S1 2JB
Tutor:
Olusola McKenzie
Course code:
Q00028342
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £96.00

Personal Development: Being Work Ready

This course is funded by the South Yorkshire Combined Authority and only available to residents living within the South Yorkshire Combined Authority area. This course is designed to equip learners with essential employability skills, confidence, and knowledge needed to successfully enter and thrive in roles within school and college environments. By the end of the course, learners will understand key workplace expectations, enhance their personal and professional communication, and develop a strong foundation for workplace success.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 20/07/2026 -
Fri 31/07/2026
Times:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
Victoria Hall Methodist Church (Sheffiel
Norfolk Street
Sheffield
S1 2JB
Tutor:
Olusola McKenzie
Course code:
Q00028341
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Funding available - £96.00

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Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15