Adult education courses at Fircroft

Access to Higher Education Diplomas

Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health and Social Care)

September 2026 - June 2027

This course is a great stepping stone to university and a career in a health related sector....

Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities and Social Science)

September 2026 - June 2027

This course is a great stepping stone to university and a career in a humanities related sector....

Adult Skills: Pre-Access Course

25th January 2026 - 16th June 2027

Thinking about going to university or applying for a job that needs higher level skills? This course will introduce you to the academic skills you need to succeed as well as the chance to brush up on your English, maths and digital skills....

Anger Management (Women)

Monday 7th - Wednesday 9th December 2026

This course will explore your relationship between different types of anger as well as recognising how to express your anger assertively and appropriately...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) For Everyday Life

Friday 13th – Sunday 15th November 2026

Helping adult learners understand what Artificial Intelligence (AI) is and how it is used in everyday situations....

Award In Education And Training (Level 3)

Friday 5th February 2027 - Sunday 18th April 2027

Friday 4th June 2027 - Sunday 4th July 2027

Fast-track your way through our NCFE-accredited introduction to teaching for people who are looking to become teachers and trainers in the FE and adult skills sectors. ...

Basics of the Human Body-One Day Course

Wednesday 11th November, 1:00pm-4:00pm, Afternoon Session

Wednesday 11th November, 9:00am-12:00pm , Morning Session

This course provides an opportunity to build digital confidence and improve employability....

Breaking the Fear of Maths: Fractions, Decimals And Percentages

Wednesday 25th - Friday 27th November 2026

This course is designed to enhance your understanding and proficiency in working with these fundamental numerical representations....

Coping With Mental Health

Monday 30th November- Wednesday 2nd December 2026

This course will explore what mental health is and why good mental health is important. We will identify the factors which affect us and the common reasons why people experience poor mental health...

Coping With PTSD and Informed Care

Monday 7th - Wednesday 9th December 2026

This course will give you the knowledge, skills and insights needed to help you understand post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the basics of how trauma-informed care works ...

Cross Pollinator Level 2

Friday 28th May 2027 - Sunday 25th July 2027

Sustainability knowledge and skills with community networks...

Digital Functional Skills (Level 1)

Wednesday 21st April - Friday 14th May 2027

This course will give you an understanding of, and competency in, the essential digital skills needed to enhance your everyday life. ...

Emotional Health for Wellbeing

Friday 27th - Sunday 29th November 2026

This course will help you to develop and grow by looking at ways to improve your emotional wellbeing. ...

English: Read for Meaning

Wednesday 2nd - Friday 4th December 2026

This course is for anyone who would like to develop their ability in English ...

English: Speaking and Listening Entry Level 3

Wednesday 18th - Friday 20th November 2026

This course will improve your oral communication skills, including speaking fluency, pronunciation, active listening, and interpersonal communication. ...

ESOL for Work – Entry-Level 3

Thursday 6th May - Thursday 17th June 2027

This course will give you the necessary basic English language skills needed for work, especially if you are interested in working in the health sector...

ESOL Speaking and Listening – Entry-Level 3

Wednesday 6th January - Wednesday 17th March 2027

You will engage in various speaking activities, such as presentations, discussions, and role-plays, to enhance your confidence and ability to communicate effectively in different contexts....

ESOL Writing – Entry-Level 3

Wednesday 28th April 2027 - Wednesday 7th July 2027

Do you want to improve your English language skills? Do you feel you need to increase your confidence and skills in writing? If so, this course is for you...

Finding Your Place in Society

Wednesday 25th - Friday 27th November 2026

This course explores the mysteries of how humans interact in society...

Fircroft Foundations – a course for new communities

Wednesday 6th January 2027 - Friday 29th January 2027

Wednesday 14th April 2027 - Friday 7th May 2027

A course for people who have lived experience of modern slavery, trafficking and/or trauma....

Functional Skills IT (EL3)

Monday 18th January - Wednesday 10th February 2026

This course will give you an understanding of, and competency in, the essential digital skills needed to enhance your everyday life...

Functional Skills: English Level 1

Monday 25th January - Monday 14th June 2027

This City & Guilds Functional Skills English Level 1/Level 2 course is designed to help you to develop essential English skills needed for everyday life, work, and further education. Level...

Functional Skills: Maths (Level 2)

Monday 16th November 2026 - Wednesday 20th January 2027

Improve your maths confidence and skills....

Functional Skills: Maths Level 1

Wednesday 27th January 2027 - Wednesday 16th June 2027

You will learn all areas of Level 1 Maths including graphs, percentages, decimals, fractions and probabilities. Register your interest today!...

Get Creative And Feel Good

Wednesday 4th - Friday 6th November 2026

This course is designed to unlock your creativity, foster self-expression, and promote overall well-being...

Green Skills: Sustainable Communities

Wednesday 3rd March - Friday 12th March 2027

Wednesday 5th May - Friday 14th May 2027

Wednesday 7th July - Friday 16th July 2027

Increase knowledge and skills related to environmental and sustainability issues, explore solutions within community projects....

Introduction to Health and Wellbeing-One Day Course

Wednesday 11th November, 9:00am-12:00pm , Morning Session

Wednesday 11th November 1:00pm - 4:00pm, Afternoon Session

This course provides an opportunity to build digital confidence and improve employability....

Measure Up! Maths for Everyday Life

Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th October 2026

This course will help you to understand practical applications of measurement, geometry, and spatial awareness...

Mother Garden Bootcamp

Friday 12th March 2027 - Sunday 20th June 2027

This course will give you the skills to create and maintain thriving gardens that benefit you, the community and the planet. ...

Personal Study Management and Study Skills

Monday 23rd - Wednesday 25th November 2026

This course is suitable for anyone who is thinking about starting studying at a level 2 or above and even at university level. ...

Physical Health and Nutrition for Happiness

Monday 12th October - Wednesday 14th October 2026

This course is for anyone interested in improving their own physical health and happiness....

Resilience, Coping Strategies and Non-Conventional Therapies

Monday 16th - Wednesday 18th November 2026

This course will empower you with the knowledge, skills, and alternative approaches necessary to enhance resilience, cultivate effective coping strategies and explore non-conventional therapies for personal growth and well-being...

Skills for Aspiring Support Workers

Wednesday 4th November - Monday 23rd November 2026

This course will give you the skills and knowledge needed to support people and will help you to confidently apply for work or volunteering roles with charities. ...

Stand Up And Be Counted

Wednesday 9th - Friday 11th December 2026

This course is suitable for you if you are looking to enhance your self-confidence and improve your ability to have your voice heard in society. It is ideal if you are looking to build self-worth and assertiveness...

Understanding Domestic Violence and Abuse

Friday 13th - Sunday 15th November 2026

This course is designed to raise awareness, educate, and empower you on the critical issue of domestic violence....

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