Penrith Adult Learning has announced a range of upcoming courses this autumn, offering local businesses and professionals the chance to upskill in areas vital for growth and efficiency.
Courses starting in September include:
Preparing for Essential Digital Skills Workshop – from 10 September (3 weeks, Penrith Library)
GCSE Maths – from 15 September (31 weeks, online)
Functional Skills Maths (Entry Level 3, Level 1, Level 2) – various start dates and times, online and in-person delivery to be confirmed
Computers for the Absolute Beginner: An Introduction to IT – from 15 September (6 weeks, Penrith Library)
Award in Health and Care (Entry Level 3) – from 16 September (19 weeks, Eden Rural Foyer)
Award in Mental Health and Wellbeing (Level 2) – from 16 September (12 weeks, Eden Rural Foyer)
Improvers Digital Skills – from 18 September (11 weeks, Penrith Library)
Excel for Beginners – from 23 September (4 weeks, online)
French Improvers (Autumn) – from 24 September (10 weeks, online)
Pre-Entry Level Awards in Digital Documents – from 29 September (8 weeks, Penrith Library)
In addition, two free Maths Taster Sessions will be held at Penrith Library on:
Thursday 14 August (1:30pm–3:30pm)
Friday 22 August (10am–12pm)
These sessions are ideal for anyone unsure where to start with maths, whether aiming for a qualification or simply improving everyday numeracy.
How to Book
Places are limited. To enrol:
Visit adultlearningcumbria.org and search under “Courses”
Complete an online enrolment form
Or contact the Penrith Adult Learning Team:
📞 07468 709606 / 01768 812103
📧 penrithadultlearning@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk