Leeds Adult Learning

GCLC First Steps to Childcare

The course covers the different roles and settings of a childcare worker or teaching assistant. You will need Literacy, Numeracy and ICT skills to meet the standards required for working in a school or a childcare setting.

Mon, Feb 22, 2021 to Mon, Mar 29 2021
9:00 AM to 12:15 PM (3 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Leeds City College

Recovery in Body Mind 2

This course addresses the specific needs of our client group, aiming to help learners in recovery and with experience of addiction gain an understanding of the physical consequences of using various drugs and alcohol both in the short and long term. This course will focus on the mind-body connection and...(Read more - Recovery in Body Mind 2)

Mon, Feb 22, 2021 to Mon, Mar 22 2021
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM (2 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Humankind

Fantasy Art

Learn to draw in a Fantasy Art style, including dragons, fairies, goblins, monsters, pirates and mermaids. This six week course is suitable for those just starting out and those who wish to improve their skills. Learners will need to provide their own pencils, fine liners and drawing paper.

Wed, Feb 24, 2021 to Wed, Mar 31 2021
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM (2 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

GCLC Introduction to mindfulness for children & young people

This is a course to help you understand what mindfulness is and how it can benefit the mental health of your child. You will learn simple techniques and activities which will help your child to relax.

Thu, Feb 25, 2021 to Thu, Jun 24 2021
9:00 AM to 12:15 PM (3 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Leeds City College

DL AE Fun with songs and Rhymes

This course is for parents/carers who have pre-school children and will explore the benefits of using songs and Rhymes to support children's learning and development. Nursery rhymes and songs are wonderful! Not just because they are fun and engaging for young children, but because they can make a real difference...(Read more - DL AE Fun with songs and Rhymes)

Tue, Apr 13, 2021 to Tue, May 18 2021
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM (an hour) at Distance Learning Study Packs
Provided by Leeds City Council

GCWEA Introduction to Digital

A fun and interactive course covering different ICT topics to enable learners to learn basic digital skills. This course will help you get to grips with the basics of using computers and other internet enabled devices. On this course you will be given an introduction on how to learn online,...(Read more - GCWEA Introduction to Digital)

Tue, Apr 20, 2021 to Tue, Jun 15 2021
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM (2 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by WEA

ESOL - Writing for Everyday Life

This is an English Writing course for speakers of other languages (ESOL) to improve confidence and develop specific writing skills in everyday life. It is open to any learner from Entry to Entry 3 level. You will learn how to use basic punctuation e.g. full stops, question marks and capital...(Read more - ESOL - Writing for Everyday Life)

Tue, Apr 20, 2021 to Tue, Jul 06 2021
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM (3 hours) at Hawksworth Wood Ymca
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

GCGW Using DNA To Build Your Family Tree

Learn how to build your family tree after receiving the results of your DNA test. You will need to have had a Ancestry DNA test to get the most of this course.

Thu, Jun 24, 2021 to Thu, Jul 22 2021
9:00 AM to 12:15 PM (3 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

GCWEA Driving and the Highway Code for ESOL Students

This course is geared towards helping ESOL learners with their reading skills as well as key vocabulary used in the Highway Code. These are the rules you must know to drive in the UK. This course is only for students living in Leeds. Are you a student with English as...(Read more - GCWEA Driving and the Highway Code for ESOL Students)

Mon, Feb 22, 2021 to Mon, Apr 05 2021
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM (2 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by WEA

DL AE Supporting Children's Learning- Early Years

The aim of this short course is to introduce you to using games, the importance of supporting your child's learning, tips on how you can support your child and some fun activities you can do together.

Mon, Feb 22, 2021 to Mon, Mar 29 2021
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Leeds City Council

DL AE Treasure Books

Using the book we are going on a bear hunt. You will make your own story sack built around a book of your choice. You will discover how you can use it with your child to improve their reading and comprehension skills and encourage a love of books and stories.

Tue, Feb 23, 2021 to Tue, Mar 23 2021
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (2 hours) at Distance Learning Study Packs
Provided by Leeds City Council

Drug and Alcohol Awareness 2

This course is aimed at learners wishing to progress into a career within the voluntary sector/Health and Social Care. The course will include an overview of the different substances, their appearance and effect, and the legal status. This course will add value to learners' CVs, which will be developed further...(Read more - Drug and Alcohol Awareness 2)

Wed, Feb 24, 2021 to Wed, Mar 31 2021
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM (2 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Humankind

Processing & Regulating Emotions 2

This course is aimed at learners with a lived experience of addiction and recovery and offers an innovative learning opportunity which addresses the specific recovery needs of the participants and builds confidence, recognising that self-esteem/self-belief are essential to progression into further learning, volunteering and/or employment. The course aims to improve...(Read more - Processing & Regulating Emotions 2)

Fri, Feb 26, 2021 to Fri, Mar 26 2021
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM (2 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Humankind

ESOL - Social Conversation

This is an English course for speakers of other languages (ESOL) to improve confidence and develop skills in communicating in social situations. It is open to learners from Entry to Entry 3 level. In this module you will learn how to interact with other people in social situations and participate...(Read more - ESOL - Social Conversation)

Mon, Mar 01, 2021 to Mon, May 31 2021
3:00 PM to 5:30 PM (3 hours) at Ymca Lawnswood
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

GC AE Treasure Books

Using the book we are going on a bear hunt, you will make your own story sack built around a book of your choice. You will discover how you can use it with your child to improve their reading and comprehension skills and encourage a love of books and stories.

Tue, Apr 13, 2021 to Tue, May 18 2021
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (2 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Leeds City Council

Lets learn about the UK History

This course is designed for learners to understand the history of Britain from the Stone Age to World Wars and the political, social and economic changes that have taken place since. This course will help to improve their reading and understanding of the English language and it will also introduce...(Read more - Lets learn about the UK History)

Wed, Jun 09, 2021 to Wed, Jul 21 2021
10:00 AM to 2:30 PM (5 hours) at Nari Ekta Ltd
Provided by Nari Ekta Ltd

English Communication and Employability Term 2 Mon pm

The course will help you with English skills, digital skills and communication. You will talk about your skills and experience and learn about job roles and responsibilities. You will prepare a CV and practise interview skills.

Mon, Feb 22, 2021 to Mon, Mar 29 2021
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM (3 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Leeds City College

Introduction to story sacks

Making a story sack for children to personalise and encourage reading, listening and communication skills

Thu, Mar 04, 2021 to Thu, Apr 01 2021
12:15 PM to 2:45 PM (3 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Leeds City College

Basic Woodwork (Monday) HT4

For complete beginners and those looking for a refresher, you will learn: - Safe use of common hand tools - How to measure wood for a project - Simple joints and fixings The course is taught by a time-served carpenter and you will complete: - A bird box - A...(Read more - Basic Woodwork (Monday) HT4)

Mon, Mar 08, 2021 to Mon, Mar 29 2021
9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (6 hours) at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers

GCNE ESOL - Writing for Everyday Life

This is an English Writing course for speakers of other languages (ESOL) to improve confidence and develop specific writing skills in everyday life. It is open to any learner from Entry to Entry 3 level. You will learn how to use basic punctuation e.g. full stops, question marks and capital...(Read more - GCNE ESOL - Writing for Everyday Life)

Tue, Apr 20, 2021 to Tue, Jun 08 2021
10:00 AM to 2:30 PM (5 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Nari Ekta Ltd

Enhance Your Knowledge About the UK Life

The aim of the course is to help learners to understand British values and principles, different religions in the UK, the government and Law. This will enable them to understand the diversity and dynamism of the UK national life, which will help them to integrate into our society. By making...(Read more - Enhance Your Knowledge About the UK Life)

Wed, Apr 21, 2021 to Wed, May 26 2021
10:00 AM to 2:30 PM (5 hours) at Nari Ekta Ltd
Provided by Nari Ekta Ltd

ESOL - Essential Grammar for Progression

This module is designed to help learners progress between levels e.g. E1 > E2 and should not be attempted as a first module. Outcomes are to be based on National Curriculum and can be adapted to suit the needs of the group by tutor delivering the course.

Fri, Apr 23, 2021 to Fri, Jul 09 2021
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM (3 hours) at Unity Business Centre
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

GCLC Stories, songs & Rhymes FCC

Using stories songs and rhymes to encourage parents to use language skills with young children and toddlers. Encouraging parents to take an active interest in children's learning

Tue, Feb 23, 2021 to Tue, Jun 22 2021
9:00 AM to 12:15 PM (3 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Leeds City College

GCLC - Introduction to Phonics - Term 2

Introducing parents to the concept of phonics and the language used in reception class. Phonemes digraphs, segmenting and blending using fun activities. The class will be taught remotely using Google classroom. You will be given help and support to use this.

Wed, Feb 24, 2021 to Wed, Jun 23 2021
12:30 PM to 3:45 PM (3 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Leeds City College

GCLC Keeping up with kids Maths & English (Ingram Road)

A course to help you support your child with the English and maths they will be learning in school. The course will be run remotely using Google Classroom (which you will learn how to use). We will look particularly at ways to help your child at the moment when they...(Read more - GCLC Keeping up with kids Maths & English (Ingram Road))

Fri, Feb 26, 2021 to Fri, Jun 25 2021
9:00 AM to 12:15 PM (3 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Leeds City College

GCWEA Food Hygiene for Speakers of Other Languages

This Food Hygiene course has been designed to help ESOL students who want to work in the catering industry. The course will help students understand their legal responsibilities and will look at best practice with regard to food standards and safety, controlling temperatures, food storage, food preparation, personal hygiene and...(Read more - GCWEA Food Hygiene for Speakers of Other Languages)

Mon, Apr 19, 2021 to Mon, Jun 07 2021
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM (2 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by WEA

Active Health and Fitness HW T3

This is a course that aims to improve learners' health, confidence and wellbeing through various sports and fun fitness activities. It is specifically aimed at unemployed people living in Lawnswood . You will be able to find out about opportunities and other courses you can progress to as part of...(Read more - Active Health and Fitness HW T3)

Tue, Apr 20, 2021 to Tue, Jul 27 2021
12:30 PM to 2:00 PM (2 hours) at Hawksworth Wood Ymca
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

ESOL - Me and My Health and Wellbeing

This is an English language course for speakers of other languages (ESOL) to improve confidence and develop language skills in speaking about health and wellbeing. It is open to any learner from Pre-entry to Entry 3 level. The language covered will include: talking about health problems and medicines to a...(Read more - ESOL - Me and My Health and Wellbeing)

Tue, Apr 20, 2021 to Tue, Jul 06 2021
12:30 PM to 3:00 PM (3 hours) at Ymca Lawnswood
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

GCNE Introduction to Google Classroom

This introductory course will give you everything you need to get started using Google Classroom and best practices to help you make the most of this tool. The course will cover how to use drive, docs, sheets and slides.

Thu, Apr 22, 2021 to Thu, Apr 29 2021
10:00 AM to 2:30 PM (5 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Nari Ekta Ltd

GCGW Changing Careers

Explore your skills and qualities to discover jobs in different sectors and write a CV to enhance those skills and qualities.

Mon, May 10, 2021 to Mon, Jun 14 2021
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM (2 hours) at Google Classroom Online Course
Provided by Groundwork Leeds