New Courses from Learning and skills - updated 11 November

The team at Learning and Skills have a range of new courses available in a wide range of fields to suit you.

The following is information from Learning and Skills.

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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, 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, then please contact us 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 a current or future job role. These online courses help those in employment take the next step in their career or help those that might be seeking employment upskill and boost their CV – to view our courses, click here!

 

Courses for the Community

Entry 2 ICT – Tuesdays, 9:30am – 11:30am, 11th Nov – 20th Jan, Coleridge Centre (9 weeks)

This course is for those who would like to learn basic digital skills and operate a computer/laptop including safe internet searching, creating documents, adapt settings, using Microsoft Office and various other soft and hardware, plus lots more.

Festive Crafts – Thursdays, 9:30am – 11:30am, 13th Nov – 11th Dec, Corporation Road School (5 weeks)

The course is for those who want to try their hand at creating decorations and other quirky crafts ready for Christmas - no experience needed, just come along for some fun!! 

Functional Skills & ESOL

English, Maths, Digital Skills and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) – Initial assessments every Friday 1pm - 3pm, Coleridge Centre

We offer a range of ESOL and functional skills classes for anyone 19+ who would like to improve their skills in these areas. These small, friendly classes are taught in person, and we offer personalised support to help learners achieve their goals.

 

Career courses

Health & Social Care – Domiciliary Care – Monday till Friday, 17th Nov – 21st Nov, 10am – 3pm, The Coleridge Centre

Our domiciliary care course gives you the skills and confidence to support people in their own homes with dignity and compassion. Once you complete the course, you’ll be guaranteed an interview with one of our trusted care providers — giving you a clear pathway into a rewarding role.

Health & Social Care – Care Homes – Monday till Friday, 24th - 28th Nov and 1st Dec – 5th Dec, 10am – 3pm, 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 run in partnership with Willow Green, Elderwood, Oaklodge, Darlington Manor and Eden Lodge

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.

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What's On - Nov 2025
Continued Personal Development courses
Distance Learning courses
Functional Skills
Upskill for Employment - Residential Care Homes
Upskill for Employment - Domiciliary Care

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