WEA courses

This course is funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority area. This practical 2-hour online taster session focuses on developing the digital skills needed to successfully apply for jobs and create effective CVs. Learners will gain confidence in navigating online job applications, understanding employer expectations, and presenting their skills and experience clearly. Through hands-on activities and expert guidance, participants will build essential digital employability skills to support their journey into employment.

Life and Work in the UK introduces new arrivals to the essential language, knowledge and practical skills needed to settle confidently into everyday life and early work situations. The course supports Entry ESOL learners to understand key UK systems such as housing, healthcare, education and local services, while also exploring basic workplace expectations and routines. Learners develop simple English for asking for information, understanding written notices, completing short forms and describing personal experiences. Activities focus on real life tasks, cultural awareness and building confidence to navigate life and work in the UK more independently.

This course is open to learners in the Greater London Authority. In this conversation class, you will learn to take part in short conversations, understand simple spoken information, read everyday words and signs, and write basic words and phrases. This course provides a supportive introduction to English and prepares you for further ESOL study.

This course is funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority area. This interactive 2-hour taster session is designed to help participants develop confidence and professionalism when communicating over the telephone. Learners will explore the key principles of effective telephone communication, understand the importance of active listening, and practise techniques for building rapport, gathering information, and handling conversations with confidence. The session combines practical tips, discussion, and short activities to provide immediately applicable skills for the workplace.

This course is funded by the South Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the South Yorkshire Combined Authority area. This course is designed to help you prepare for the UK driving theory test in a practical way. The course focuses on building knowledge of the Highway Code, road signs, and driving rules while developing the English vocabulary needed to understand and answer test questions. By the end of the course, you will have gained confidence, improved understanding of road safety, and developed the skills needed to progress successfully to the theory test.

Health for Everyone is a friendly and engaging two-hour taster course designed for ESOL learners who want to improve their English while learning about health and wellbeing. The course introduces everyday health topics, including healthy eating, exercise, sleep, mental wellbeing, and self-care. Learners will develop useful health-related vocabulary and practice speaking and listening skills through interactive activities, discussions, and group work in a supportive learning environment. The session also helps learners build confidence in accessing healthcare services in the UK. Participants will learn how to talk about common illnesses and symptoms, ask for help, and understand where to go for health advice, such as GP surgeries, pharmacies, NHS 111, and emergency services. By the end of the course, learners will feel more confident using English in health-related situations and making informed choices to support their wellbeing and that of their families. This course is funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority area.

This course is funded by the South Yorkshire Combined Authority and only available to residents living within the South Yorkshire Combined Authority area. This short, practical course is designed to give adult learners a helpful introduction to key employability and workplace skills. Whether you're thinking about returning to work, starting volunteering, or preparing for further training, this one-session course offers a supportive space to explore your next steps. In the session(s), you’ll gain insight into what employers look for, how to talk about your strengths, and how to present yourself with confidence. You’ll also explore essential soft skills such as communication, teamwork, timekeeping, and problem-solving; skills that are valuable in any job or training environment.

This course is funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority area. This calming and practical 2-hour online taster session introduces learners to simple mindfulness techniques designed to reduce stress, improve focus, and support overall wellbeing. Participants will learn easy-to-apply strategies that can be used in everyday life, including at work, during study, or in stressful situations. Through guided exercises and reflection, learners will gain tools to help them feel more present, balanced, and in control.

This course is funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority area. Essential Skills for Work is a practical and engaging two-hour taster course designed for ESOL learners who want to build confidence and develop the key skills needed for employment. The course focuses on essential workplace skills, including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, time management, and professional behaviour. Learners will improve their English language skills while exploring what employers expect in the workplace. Through interactive activities, discussions, and real-life workplace scenarios, learners will gain a better understanding of how to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers, follow instructions, and present themselves professionally. By the end of the session, learners will feel more confident about taking the next steps towards employment, volunteering, further training, or career development.

This course is funded by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater Manchester Combined Authority area. English for Learning and Life is a pre‑entry course designed to help learners build the early language, confidence and study skills needed for everyday life in the UK and for progression to the Get Ready for ESOL course. Learners develop essential skills such as recognising familiar words, understanding simple classroom language, and using basic English to communicate needs in routine situations. The course introduces simple reading and writing tasks, supports learners to build confidence in group activities and helps them develop early learning habits. It provides a supportive first step for learners who are new to English or new to learning.