Adult Education
Education doesn't stop when you leave school. As we get older, as technology speeds up, as the world of work changes, we all benefit from refreshing ourselves with some education whether we are 18 or 80. Whether it's to equip ourselves for a job, just to stretch ourselves in mind and body, or even to meet some new interesting friends, there are programmes to meet all interests.
You can choose from a wide range of subjects from:
In Durham we're experts in teaching adults. So forget your school days. It doesn't matter what O Levels or GCSEs you have or don't have. You'll enjoy learning in a friendly environment (yes, our centres are nice and warm even on a November evening!).
With us you'll get lively teaching to open up exciting horizons. For more information, please contact our specialist workers:
- North Durham - Carl Belshaw, Tel: 0191 3881043.
- Sedgefield Area - Ian Defty, Tel: 01325 307522.
- Dales Area - Ernie Sarsfield, Tel: 01388 603543.
- Central Durham - Diane Mahoney, Tel: 0191 3835979.
- Easington Area - Mr Robert McGouran, Tel: 0191 5184300.
People return to learning for a variety of reasons. It can:
- Improve your confidence and self-esteem.
- Improve your job prospects.
- Improve your reading, writing, computer and number skills.
- Help you to help your children with their homework.
You can choose from a wide range of subjects from:
- Qualifications in Maths and English: Get a qualification in maths or English at Level 1 or Level 2. Prepare for and take the National Test online or paper based.
- Improve literacy and numeracy through IT: Brush up your English and maths skills using the computer. Complete beginners to computers are welcome.
- Dyslexia SOS: Dyslexia awareness and ways of supporting people with dyslexia.
- Family learning: We provide opportunities for parents and children to share fun learning experiences at school and home. Parents learn how to support their children with literacy and numeracy while improving their own skills at the same time.
- Careers advice: Call in for free information about jobs, training and courses.
- Basic through to advanced computer courses
- Language courses in French, German, Italin and Spanish
- A wide range of Art courses
- Relax with gentle exercise to tai chi or yoga
For more information on whats happening in your local area please click Education - Adult and Community Learning - Vision and Mission - Education in the Community
