Free adult learning courses

Duration: One day per week for 10 weeks.

Location: Online learning with your Development Coach, group and 121.

This qualification is ideal for housing professionals looking to build on their existing knowledge and take on more responsibility. This course will enable you to be an effective housing practitioner and will provide you with a broader understanding of how your organisation and others in the housing industry work.

You’ll learn about:

• The housing system - how people access the housing market, the role of housing providers and features of the industry - and government intervention in the sector,
• Professional practice - including ethics, EDI and personal reflection,
• Occupancy, tenure and lettings,
• Rental income and management - you'll gain an understanding of effective income management and the legal framework for arrears,
• Anti-social behaviour in housing - including the statutory and non-statutory interventions available.

Qualifications: CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing Practice

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Interested in a career that supports people, communities, and housing services?

Duration: One day per week for 8 weeks.

Location: Online learning with your Development Coach, group and 121.

This qualification is ideal for those new to the sector or looking to formalise their experience. This qualification covers the key principles of housing, including customer service, housing law, tenancy management, and the role of housing professionals.

What you'll learn: 

• The role of housing organisations and professionals
• Understanding housing law and tenancy agreements
• Customer service and communication in housing
• Supporting vulnerable tenants and promoting community wellbeing
• Professional standards and ethical practice in housinghe role of housing in society and public policy

Qualifications: CIH Level 2 Certificate in Housing Practice

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Duration: 8 weeks, one day per week for 3 hours.

Location: Online learning with your Development Coach, group and 121.

The programme is perfect for anyone currently leading a team and would like to develop the practical skills and confidence to lead effectively in any workplace.

You’ll learn how to lead a team, manage performance, communicate effectively, and handle workplace challenges with confidence.

This course includes:

• Learn the principles of team leading and leadership styles

• Develop the knowledge needed to support communication with a range of stakeholders at different levels

• Learn how to keep your staff safe

• Understand how to support the personal development of your team

• How to manage team performance and set clear goals

• Understanding workplace policies, procedures, and responsibilities

Qualifications: NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading.

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Looking to boost your confidence, return to work, or take the first step toward a new career? Skills for Success is a supportive, practical course designed for adults aged 19+ who want to build employability skills and unlock new opportunities.

Duration: 1 week.

Location:  The Learning Foundry.

This qualification will help you stand out in today’s job market and focuses on helping you develop the skills employers value most.

You’ll learn about:

• CV writing and job application techniques
• Interview skills and workplace behaviour
• Time management, teamwork, and communication
• Goal setting and personal development planning

Qualifications: Level 1 Certificate in Employability

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Duration and location: 3 weeks on TLF Campus followed by 1 week practical training on site in Skelmersdale.

This course is perfect for anyone looking to gain in-demand skills and boost their employability in the logistics, warehousing, or construction sectors.

This course includes: 

• An introduction to the warehousing and storage industry 
• Understanding the functions and benefits of warehousing 
• Receiving goods, stock control and recording variations 
• Preparing, loading and manoeuvring a forklift truck safely 
• Health and safety practices 

What you'll learn: 

• Safe operation of forklift trucks (theory and practical)
• Pre-use inspection and maintenance checks
• Load handling, stacking, and unstacking
• Lean workplace practices and process efficiency
• Health and safety and risk awareness

Qualifications: 

• Level 1 Certificate of Introduction to Lean Techniques
• Level 2 Forklift Truck operations 

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Looking to break into the construction industry but not sure where to start? Construct Your Trade is your all-in-one introduction to the world of construction. This hands-on course gives you the essential skills,  safety knowledge, and nationally recognised qualifications to get you site-ready and confident in your future trade.

Duration: 3 weeks

Location: TLF Skills Centre

This course provides the ideal introduction to the construction industry. From new homes to world famous football stadiums and everything in between, there are lots of career opportunities in the sector. 

This course includes:

• An introduction to careers in construction
• Health and safety in construction
• A construction site visit
• Environmental awareness and sustainability
• Team leadership
• Time management
• Customer Service
• CV writing and interview skills

What you'll learn: 

• Safe working practices and site behaviour
• Basic hand tool use and material handling
• Introduction to multiple construction trades
• Communication, teamwork, and employability skills

Qualifications: 

• Level 1 Certificate in Construction Skills
• Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
• Labourers CSCS Green Card

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Duration: 4 weeks

Location: TLF Campus

Looking to break into the construction industry but not sure where to start? Construct Your Trade is your all-in-one introduction to the world of construction. This hands-on course gives you the essential skills,  safety knowledge, and nationally recognised qualifications to get you site-ready and confident in your future trade.

Qualifications: 

All learners will complete a core programme of qualifications designed to build confidence, safety awareness, and 
practical site skills:

• Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Working in Construction and Building Industries
• Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
• Labourers CSCS Green Card
• Level 2 Award in Domestic Retrofit

After completing the core programme, you’ll specialise in one of two high-demand pathways:

Pathway 1: Access and Safety - Perfect for those interested in scaffolding, maintenance, or general site access  roles. 

• NPORS Towers – safe erection and use of mobile access towers.
• Working at Heights – essential training for safe operations above ground level.

Pathway 2: Powered Access – Ideal for those pursuing roles in cladding, glazing, electrical installation, or high-access maintenance.

• IPAF (Cherry Picker & Scissor Lift) - industry-standard certification for operating MEWPs
• Working at Heights - includes harness use and fall protection.

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Duration: 4 weeks

Location: TLF Campus

This comprehensive, industry-focused course is designed to equip learners with the essential skills, knowledge, and certifications required to launch a successful career in the civil construction sector. Through a blend of classroom learning, hands-on training, and accredited qualifications, learners will gain the confidence and competence to work safely and effectively on construction sites.

Qualifications: 

• Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Working in Construction and Building Industries
• Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
• Labourers CSCS Green Card
• Level 2 Award in Domestic Retrofit

Industry-Recognised Practical Training:

• NRSWA LA – Location & Avoidance of Underground Apparatus
• NRSWA 01 – Signing, Lighting and Guarding
• SA002 Safety Civil
• Manual Handling
• Asbestos Awareness
• Abrasive Wheels

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