Courses across Fife to improve your number skills
Age 19+ and live or work in Fife? The WEA have a range of FREE online numeracy courses. (Listen to our interview on K107 radio's Community Matters show here.)
If you struggle with numbers (or know someone who does), you should know you’re not alone…8 out of 10 adults feel negative about numbers.
Studies prove that maths skills can be learned at any age and stage, with the right support. However, there's never been a better time to get help with your number skills.
The Fife Multiply offer targets both workplace and community learning opportunities. This large programme can provide flexible delivery times and venues for adults over 19 who do not have maths qualifications equivalent to National 5.
Introduction to the Digital Office (6 x 2-hour sessions)
Every Thursday, 9:30 am - 11:30 am via Zoom, from 29th Aug - 3rd October
Our new course, Introduction to the Digital Office, is ideal for beginners or people who've been away from computers for a while and are not familiar with MS 365 and cloud technologies.
Join friendly WEA tutor Stephen McGuire over six Zoom sessions to:
- Create your own free Microsoft 365 account
- Learn how to create and manage a basic spreadsheet on Excel (& Maths Anxiety intro)
- Learn the basics of MS Word
- Use AI for work
- Use MS Outlook for work
- Create a personal profile, CV and cover letter
- Create a PowerPoint presentation
The course is free to anyone who:
- Lives in Fife
- Is age 19+
- Does NOT have a Nat 5 mats qualification or equivalent (Intermediate 2 pass; Standard Grade Credit grade 1 or 2; O'Level C+)
Sign up FREE here or contact Bex for more info: [email protected] or text/call 07901100298.
Intro to Pupil Support (Multiply) (10 x 2-hour sessions)
- Find out what's involved in the role of Pupil Support Assistant
- Discover effective ways to support children's learning in and out of the classroom
- Get familiar with the Curriculum for Excellence and essential learning up to the 'informed' level of the Scottish Government's Pupils Support Staff Framework
- Earn a Digital Badge to add to your CV
- Get ready for job applications and interviews
What previous course participants say:
- 100% would recommend the course to a friend
- "A great way to learn!"
- "I now feel ready to push forward in applying for jobs and gaining employment in a school setting"
The course is free to anyone who:
- Lives in Fife
- Is age 19+
- Does NOT have a Nat 5 maths or equivalent (Intermediate 2 pass; Standard Grade Credit grade 1 or 2; O'Level C+)
Sign up FREE here.
