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COURSES FOR ADULTS
We have part-time courses for adults starting soon, in almost every subject you can imagine!
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Whether you are looking to get back into work, upskill, retrain to change career entirely, get into university, start a new hobby, or gain skills for life, there is a course for you. Everything you need to create your brighter future is waiting for you at Weston College.
Here’s what we can offer:
- A mixture of classroom based lectures and/or online learning.
- Support available via your own tutor to help you succeed.
- As a Weston College student you'll also have access to all our facilities - including our Library, IT suite, welfare and employment support teams as well as the College canteen facilities.
- All the benefits of studying at Weston College - including exclusive student discounts.
If you would like to access support from our team, book one of our free Careers Advice sessions, by clicking here.
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Barbering, Certificate
This course is designed for people aged over 19 years and will provide a good level of training in all the…
05/03/2025
17:00 - 21:00
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
C2BARPEBKN-24
Barbering, Certificate
This course is designed for people aged over 19 years and will provide a good level of training in all the…
04/09/2024
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KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
C2BARPDAKN-24
Beauty Therapy, Diploma
You will learn about Swedish massage, mechanical massage and electrical facial and body therapy as well as…
04/09/2024
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KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
D3BEAPF1KN-24
Starting Soon
Level 2Bricklayer, Apprenticeship
One of the great advantages of pursuing a career in construction is the potential for swift entry into the…
On Demand
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COURSE CANCELLED
APP000082P-24
Bricklaying, Diploma
Embark on a comprehensive journey to master the art of bricklaying with our Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying…
12/09/2024
09:00 - 16:30
SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
D1BRCPEASW-24
Bricklaying, Diploma
Embark on a comprehensive journey to master the art of bricklaying with our Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying…
13/02/2025
09:00 - 16:30
SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
D1BRCPEBSW-24
Starting Soon
Level 3Business Administration, Apprenticeship
A Business Administration apprenticeship provides a practical and hands-on learning experience for…
On Demand
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KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
AVP000068P-24
Carpentry Construction Skills, Certificate
Unlock the secrets of carpentry and embark on a journey of skill development with our Level 1 Certificate in…
10/09/2024
18:00 - 21:00
SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
C1CSCPEASW-24
Carpentry Construction Skills, Certificate
Unlock the secrets of carpentry and embark on a journey of skill development with our Level 1 Certificate in…
07/01/2025
18:00 - 21:00
SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
C1CSCPEBSW-24
Ceramics, Award
This Art and Design Ceramics Award is the perfect start for anyone wanting to work in the creative arts,…
09/09/2024
09:00 - 16:00
LOXTON CAMPUS
AW1ADALC-24
Ceramics, Award
This Art and Design Ceramics Award course is for students over the age of 19, it offers an immersive and…
27/01/2025
09:00 - 16:00
LOXTON CAMPUS
AW2ADALC-24
Children and Young People's Workforce, NCFE CACHE Diploma
This is an advanced course which is designed to help learners build the knowledge and skills needed when…
11/09/2024
16:30 - 21:00
ONLINE DELIVERY
D3CYPWE1KN-24
Legal Systems Module 1
CILEx Professional Qualification
The CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ) allows incremental progression through different membership grades…
17/09/2024
18:00 - 19:30
WINTER GARDENS
M3CIL1EAWI-24
Contract Law Module 2
CILEx Professional Qualification
The CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ) allows incremental progression through different membership grades…
16/09/2024
18:00 - 19:30
WINTER GARDENS
M3CIL2ECWI-24
Property and Private Client Unit 4
CILEx Professional Qualification
The CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ) allows incremental progression through different membership grades…
16/09/2024
18:00 - 19:30
WINTER GARDENS
M3CIL4EAWI-24
Law of Tort Unit 5
CILEx Professional Qualification
The CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ) allows incremental progression through different membership grades…
29/01/2025
18:00 - 19:30
WINTER GARDENS
M3CIL5EAWI-24
Civil Engineering Senior Technician, Apprenticeship
Start your journey into civil engineering, with our Civil Engineering Senior Technician apprenticeship. Our…
On Demand
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SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
AHP000078P-23
Starting Soon
Level 3Civil Engineering, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship provides a paid job opportunity alongside a comprehensive skills development programme,…
On Demand
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SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
AVP000069P-24
Starting Soon
Level 1Civil Service Swap
Have you thought about working for the Civil Service? If you are interested in working for the Department…
12/08/2024
09:00 - 16:00
ONLINE DELIVERY
CIVSSPDASW-24
Starting Soon
Level 2Commis Chef, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship offers you a unique opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals, produce high-…
On Demand
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KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
APP000044P-24
Starting Soon
Level 2Community Activator Coach, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is a dynamic programme that prepares individuals to make a positive impact in their…
On Demand
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LOXTON CAMPUS
APP000071P-24
Starting Soon
Level 3Community Sport and Health Officer, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of…
On Demand
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LOXTON CAMPUS
AVP000077P-24
Starting Soon
Level 3Composites Technician, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship offers a specialised and exciting career path for individuals passionate about working…
On Demand
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COURSE CANCELLED
AVP000063P-24
Construction Quantity Surveying Technician, Apprenticeship
Quantity surveyors are a construction industry professional with expert knowledge on construction costs and…
On Demand
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AHP000096P-23
Construction Site Supervisor, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is designed for school leavers (16-19s) hat are looking to develop their leadership…
On Demand
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SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
AHP000114P-23
Construction Support Technician, Apprenticeship
This course will allow school leavers (16-19s) to begin working in an exciting and dynamic environment which…
On Demand
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SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
AVP000144P-23
Counselling Skills, Diploma
This course is designed for people aged over 19 years who have previously studied a level 2 counselling…
17/09/2024
09:30 - 16:30
UWE BRISTOL
D3COUPD1UW-24
Counselling Skills, Diploma
This course is designed for people aged over 19 years who have previously studied a level 2 counselling…
18/09/2024
09:30 - 16:30
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
D3COUPDGKN-24
Counselling Skills, Diploma
This course is designed for people aged over 19 years who have previously studied a level 2 counselling…
19/09/2024
09:30 - 16:30
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
D3COUPDHKN-24
Counselling, Certificate
If you’re interested in becoming a counsellor, this course is perfect start to your learning journey. If…
05/11/2024
09:30 - 14:30
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
C2COUPDAKN-24
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<p>Do you feel like you have missed your chance to go to university? Maybe you didn't get the necessary grades first time around, or maybe you feel it's too late? You can still go to university, at any age, by studying an <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-adults/access-higher-… to HE</a> course!</p><p> </p><p><strong>WHAT IS AN </strong><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-adults/access-higher-… TO HIGHER EDUCATION</strong></a><strong> (HE) COURSE?</strong></p><p>It is a part-time course for adults to get the skills and qualifications to apply for university. 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<p>This National Numeracy Day at Weston College we are continuing our commitment to empowering adult learners and employers across the UK with essential numeracy skills!</p><p>National Numeracy Day serves as a reminder of the importance of numerical proficiency in everyday life and career progression. Multiply courses, funded by the government and delivered by local communities, offer a unique learning opportunity for adults aged 19 or over to build their numeracy skills. </p><p>From basic maths taught through fun classes like cooking, gardening and woodwork to more advanced classes, the courses are designed to meet diverse needs and empower learners to navigate numerical challenges confidently. For employers, investing in the numeracy skills of their workforce is key to driving business growth and enhancing productivity. </p><p>From basic numeracy training to advanced financial literacy, the courses are designed to align with business objectives and foster a culture of continuous learning. On National Numeracy Day, adults across the UK are encouraged to invest in their numeracy skills, while employers are urged to prioritise the development of their workforce’s maths competencies. </p><p>By getting involved in the Multiply programme, individuals and businesses alike can unlock new potential and confidence!<br> </p><p><meta charset="utf-8">“Being dyslexic, I always struggled with numbers. Luckily, the Multiply course allowed me to learn essential maths skills through fun classes. For instance I enrolled on a Multiply cooking course where I created new recipes and using maths to weigh out the correct ingredient measurements. Similarly, the joinery course taught me practical maths skills too, and I'm finding that my dyslexic challenges around numbers aren't as daunting anymore. I'm now adding numbers quicker and feeling more confident.”</p><p>Find out more about the Multiply Courses we have on offer below:</p><p><strong>Cost Of Living And IT Skills</strong></p><p>If the Cost-of-Living crisis in the UK is encouraging you to upskill, this course will give you skills in maths and IT required for all types of real-life scenarios. Find out more here - <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-adults/computing-and-… of Living and IT Skills - Multiply </a></p><p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>Multiply ESOL</strong></p><p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">If you are currently learning English as a second or other language, this course will help you to further build your knowledge by improving your maths skills. Find out more here <strong>- </strong><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-adults/english-and-ma… (English for Speakers of Other Languages) - Multiply</a>.</p><p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"> </p>
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<p>My name is Allan, and I recently completed a Plant Bootcamp at the <a href="https://www.construction-training-centre.co.uk/">Construction Training Centre (CTC)</a>, which has really helped open the doors to my next great opportunity. </p><p>I gained access to the course through an organisation called ‘Positive People’ and thought it would be a good course for me to complete as I’d always preferred outside, hands-on work instead of working in an office environment, which I’d previously done for more than 20 years in the Transport industry.</p><p>I’d always liked the idea of getting involved in the building/construction industry, so I started by enrolling for a Dumper/Roller course. This course was short and enabled me to get a foot in the door within the industry. The staff at the Construction Training Centre were extremely helpful and approachable. My tutor, in particular, was insightful and inspiring.</p><p>Upon completion of the course, it took some searches to find employment due to my lack of experience, but I eventually was offered employment via an agency called ‘Options’, where I was working on the A39 in Minehead, building a new footpath/cycle path for four weeks.</p><p>Following this, after a short break and searches, I found work through another agency, ‘Harbon’. This time I was working in Wincanton on a biomass plant, as a dumper driver. This work is still ongoing, allowing me to receive a stable income.</p><p>After being fortunate enough to gain some experience in the industry, I would like to go back to the CTC to complete the 360 digger and telehandler courses - I feel they would give me a great advantage for my future career.</p><p>I would encourage those out there considering a course at the CTC to definitely give it a go – if you are not work shy and enjoy working in the elements, I would recommend looking at what opportunities are on offer in construction.</p><p>Thank you, Weston College, for the perfect introduction to the Construction industry!</p><p><a href="https://www.construction-training-centre.co.uk/">Find out more about the CTC, here!</a></p>
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