WEA courses

This course is funded by the South Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the South Yorkshire Combined Authority area. Confidence Building is a friendly, supportive course designed to help you feel more confident in everyday life and work. You will explore self-belief, communication skills, and practical ways to manage nerves and negative thinking. The course can be tailored to your goals—whether you are returning to work, preparing for interviews, starting a small business, or wanting to improve your self-esteem. You will take part in activities such as group discussions, goal setting, role play, and simple planning tasks. Step by step, you will build your confidence, share experiences, and celebrate your progress in a safe and encouraging environment. By the end of the course, you will leave with practical skills and a personal action plan to help you take your next steps.

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. This course is course designed for adults with little or no experience using technology. Learners will explore the basics of digital devices. The course introduces essential skills such as recognising common digital symbols, understanding hardware components and using a keyboard and a mouse confidently. Learners will practise connecting devices securely to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and learn internet safety tips. With hands-on activities and clear guidance, this course builds confidence and prepares learners for further digital learning in a supportive environment.

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. This course is course designed for adults with little or no experience using technology. Learners will explore the basics of digital devices. The course introduces essential skills such as recognising common digital symbols, understanding hardware components and using a keyboard and a mouse confidently. Learners will practise connecting devices securely to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and learn internet safety tips. With hands-on activities and clear guidance, this course builds confidence and prepares learners for further digital learning in a supportive environment.

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. This course is course designed for adults with little or no experience using technology. Learners will explore the basics of digital devices. The course introduces essential skills such as recognising common digital symbols, understanding hardware components and using a keyboard and a mouse confidently. Learners will practise connecting devices securely to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and learn internet safety tips. With hands-on activities and clear guidance, this course builds confidence and prepares learners for further digital learning in a supportive environment.

This course is funded by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the West Yorkshire Combined Authority area. This course is course designed for adults with little or no experience using technology. Learners will explore the basics of digital devices. The course introduces essential skills such as recognising common digital symbols, understanding hardware components and using a keyboard and a mouse confidently. Learners will practise connecting devices securely to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and learn internet safety tips. With hands-on activities and clear guidance, this course builds confidence and prepares learners for further digital learning in a supportive environment.

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. This course supports adults returning to education by building confidence, resilience, and essential learning behaviours. Learners will explore growth mindset, time management, independence, health and wellbeing and communication skills. Through interactive activities, reflection, and goal setting, learners will develop self-awareness and readiness for future study. Flexible modular units allow learners to focus on areas most relevant to their needs, creating a personalised pathway to success. Ready to Learn empowers learners to thrive in modern learning environments with confidence and purpose.

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 basics of healthy living through cooking and nutrition activities. You will learn how to make easy meals and snacks, understand healthy food choices, and use kitchen equipment safely. Each session includes step-by-step demonstrations, hands on cooking, and supportive guidance to build your confidence. By the end of the course, you will be able to prepare simple, healthy recipes, understand key food groups and make small changes for a healthier lifestyle.

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities. Conversating with Crafting is a 12 session course designed to help adult ESOL learners build confidence in speaking and listening while enjoying a range of simple, creative craft activities. Taught over 24 guided learning hours, the course offers a fun, low pressure way for learners to return to the classroom, practise everyday English and develop practical craft skills. Each session combines conversation, creativity and wellbeing, giving learners the chance to talk about materials, techniques and ideas while working on accessible craft projects. The focus is on communication, confidence building and enjoying the social, calming benefits of creative activity.

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities.  Build your confidence speaking and understanding English with this accredited Entry 2 ESOL course. This course is for adults who already know some basic English and want to improve their communication skills for everyday life in the UK. You will learn to understand short explanations, follow multistep instructions, ask for clarification, and take part in conversations on familiar topics. You will also practise expressing opinions and giving simple reasons in a supportive classroom environment. Entry 2 courses in Reading and Writing are also available if you want to continue developing your English skills.

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities.  Build your confidence speaking and understanding English with this accredited Entry 2 ESOL course. This course is for adults who already know some basic English and want to improve their communication skills for everyday life in the UK. You will learn to understand short explanations, follow multistep instructions, ask for clarification, and take part in conversations on familiar topics. You will also practise expressing opinions and giving simple reasons in a supportive classroom environment. Entry 2 courses in Reading and Writing are also available if you want to continue developing your English skills.