New Courses from Learning and skills
The following is information from Learning and Skills.
Recruiting now!
Distance Learning Courses
We are officially booking inductions for Distance Learning courses! Discover the world of online learning, where our courses are best suited for your busy schedule, still providing you with high-quality education. If you are interested in a Distance Learning course starting from August 2025, then please fill out this form and we will be in contact - https://forms.gle/u7L1cgeqeM4RBK7A7
Functional Skills Courses
We are officially booking initial assessments for our functional skills maths, English, ESOL and Digital skills courses! Our assessments are held weekly at The Coleridge centre (DL1 5AJ), Fridays at 1pm. If you are interested in a functional skills course starting from September 2025, then please get in touch and book your initial assessment now!
Continuing Professional Development Courses
We have a fantastic range of CPD courses available to help you stand out or give you the key knowledge needed for your job. These courses are online courses aimed at people who are already in employment and who want to boost their CV or take the next step in their career – To view our courses, click here!
Courses for the Family
Family Health & Happiness – Wednesday’s, 10am till 12pm, 10th Sept – 8th Oct, McNay Street Children’s Centre (5 weeks)
This course is for parent or carers that are looking to develop their skills in maintaining a happy and healthy home.
Parenting Together – Friday’s, 12:45pm till 2:45pm, 19th Sept – 17th Oct, McNay Street Children’s Centre (5 weeks)
You will learn how to identify effective parenting strategies, promote self-esteem, use positive communication skills and much more.
Courses for the Community
Round the World Cooking – Tuesday’s, 1pm till 3pm, 9th Sept – 7th Oct, The Edge Centre (5 weeks)
Are you spending loads of money on takeaways but just love those delicious flavours? Looking for some healthier alternatives?
Cooking on a Budget – Tuesday’s, 10am till 12pm, 9th Sept – 7th Oct, McNay Street Children’s Centre (5 weeks)
The course will cover food costing comparisons, supermarket tricks and plenty of recipes, like homemade pizzas, quiche and soup.
Career courses
Health & Social Care – Care Homes – Monday till Friday, 10am – 3pm, 22nd Sept – 26th Sept, The Coleridge Centre
Gain vital health and social care knowledge and skills for employment in various partner care homes in this week-long course with a guaranteed interview upon completion. This course is ran in partnership with Willow Green, Elderwood, Oaklodge, Darlington Manor and Eden Lodge
Introduction to Customer Service – EE - Monday till Friday, 10am – 3pm, 29th Sept – 3rd Oct, The Coleridge Centre
Gain customer service and interview skills with EE in this week-long course with a guaranteed interview upon completion. You will learn customer service skills, including how best to communicate with customers and how to process different requests. There will also be a visit from EE staff and a guided tour of the EE site.
Other courses
Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools – Wednesday’s 9am till 12pm, 17th Sept – 10th Oct, The Coleridge Centre (12 weeks)
This in person course is for people interested in volunteering or working in schools with the opportunity to develop your knowledge on the delivery of the national curriculum, understanding of the school structure, behaviour management and much more.
Learning & Skills is a further education and training provider based in Darlington. We offer a number of FREE courses to help local adults gain in confidence, upskill and get the job they want. These range for pre-entry level courses for people with limited skills and experience, through to a-level equivalent qualifications. We also offer apprenticeships and courses for younger learners aged between 16 and 18.
