Courses Provided By: Swarthmore
Maths for Living Pre-Entry
What is this course about? This course helps you develop practical maths skills for everyday life in a supportive learning environment. Through hands-on activities and real-life situations, you will build confidence using maths for tasks such as shopping, handling money, telling the time and making everyday decisions at a pace...(Read more - Maths for Living Pre-Entry)
Mon, Sep 14, 2026 to Mon, Dec 07 2026
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Wellbeing Through Nature and Creativity
What this course is about This course uses nature, creativity and mindfulness activities to help improve your health, wellbeing and confidence. Through nature walks, creative projects and time spent outdoors, you will have the opportunity to relax, connect with others and discover simple ways to support your wellbeing in everyday...(Read more - Wellbeing Through Nature and Creativity)
Mon, Sep 14, 2026 to Mon, Oct 19 2026
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Digital Skills: Discover & Share - Supported
What is this course about? This course helps you develop your digital, communication and independent living skills in a supportive learning environment. Using technology, you will explore your local community, research places of interest, take part in visits and create digital projects based on your experiences, building confidence at a...(Read more - Digital Skills: Discover & Share - Supported)
Mon, Sep 14, 2026 to Mon, Dec 07 2026
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Wellbeing Toolbox
What this course is about This course helps you improve your health, wellbeing and confidence by exploring practical ways to manage everyday challenges. Through a range of activities and discussions, you will learn techniques that can help you feel more balanced, resilient and in control of your wellbeing. What skills,...(Read more - Wellbeing Toolbox)
Wed, Sep 16, 2026 to Wed, Dec 09 2026
10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Introduction to Psychology
What this course is about This course introduces you to the fascinating world of psychology and helps you explore how people think, feel and behave. You will learn about a range of psychological topics while building the confidence and study skills needed to progress into further learning. What skills, knowledge...(Read more - Introduction to Psychology)
Mon, Sep 14, 2026 to Mon, Dec 07 2026
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Make it Happen
What this course is about This course helps you explore how your creative skills, ideas or hobbies could become a small business or self-employment opportunity. You will learn about the practical steps involved in starting a creative enterprise while building the confidence and knowledge needed to move closer to employment....(Read more - Make it Happen)
Tue, Sep 22, 2026 to Tue, Dec 01 2026
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Supported English: Future Steps
What is this course about? This course helps you develop your English and communication skills while exploring volunteering opportunities in a supportive learning environment. You will learn about different volunteering roles, discover your strengths and interests, and build confidence in taking your first steps towards volunteering.\tab What knowledge, skills and...(Read more - Supported English: Future Steps)
Wed, Sep 16, 2026 to Wed, Dec 09 2026
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Write With Confidence: A Practical English Writing Course
What this course is about This course helps you improve your writing skills for everyday life, work and learning. You will practise writing clear sentences and short paragraphs while building the confidence to complete common writing tasks such as forms, emails and messages. What skills, knowledge and behaviours will you...(Read more - Write With Confidence: A Practical English Writing Course)
Tue, Sep 15, 2026 to Tue, Dec 08 2026
5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Empowering Women
What this course is about This course provides a safe and supportive space where women can build confidence, share experiences and explore topics that support personal growth and wellbeing. You will develop greater self-belief, discover your strengths and learn practical ways to make positive changes in your life. What skills,...(Read more - Empowering Women)
Mon, Sep 14, 2026 to Mon, Nov 23 2026
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Digital Skills: Improving English - Supported
What is this course about? This course helps you improve your digital and English skills in a supportive learning environment. Using computers and the internet, you will explore topics that interest you while building confidence in reading, writing, speaking and using technology for everyday life at a pace that works...(Read more - Digital Skills: Improving English - Supported)
Mon, Sep 14, 2026 to Mon, Dec 07 2026
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Maths for Living (Entry Level 1 & 2)
What is this course about? This course helps you build confidence using maths in everyday life in a supportive learning environment. Through practical activities and real-life situations, you will learn how to use maths for tasks such as managing money, shopping, planning journeys and making everyday decisions that support your...(Read more - Maths for Living (Entry Level 1 & 2))
Mon, Sep 14, 2026 to Mon, Dec 07 2026
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Understanding Mental Health & Wellbeing
What this course is about This course helps you develop your understanding of mental health and wellbeing while building the confidence and study skills needed for further learning. You will explore what influences wellbeing, how people can be supported through challenges, and ways to build resilience in yourself and others....(Read more - Understanding Mental Health & Wellbeing)
Mon, Sep 14, 2026 to Mon, Dec 07 2026
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Write With Confidence: A Practical English Writing Course
What this course is about This course helps you improve your writing skills for everyday life, work and learning. You will practise writing clear sentences and short paragraphs while building the confidence to complete common writing tasks such as forms, emails and messages. What skills, knowledge and behaviours will you...(Read more - Write With Confidence: A Practical English Writing Course)
Wed, Sep 16, 2026 to Wed, Dec 09 2026
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
ESOL E2-E3
What is this course about? This course helps you improve your English language skills for everyday life, work and learning. You will practise speaking, listening, reading and writing in English through real-life topics such as shopping, health appointments, travel, work, volunteering and using local services.\tab \line \line What knowledge, skills...(Read more - ESOL E2-E3)
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 to Thu, Dec 10 2026
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
(2 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Food Facts & Healthy Living
What this course is about This course helps you learn how food choices can affect your health and wellbeing. You will explore what is in the food we eat and discover simple, practical ways to make healthier choices that can help you lead a more balanced and independent life. What...(Read more - Food Facts & Healthy Living)
Mon, Sep 14, 2026 to Mon, Dec 07 2026
2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Introduction to Psychology
What this course is about This course introduces you to the fascinating world of psychology and helps you explore how people think, feel and behave. You will learn about a range of psychological topics while building the confidence and study skills needed to progress into further learning. What skills, knowledge...(Read more - Introduction to Psychology)
Tue, Sep 15, 2026 to Tue, Dec 08 2026
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Sew much Calmer
What this course is about This course uses sewing and simple textile projects to help improve your health, wellbeing and confidence. As you learn sewing skills and create practical items such as tote bags, eye pillows and repaired clothing, you will have the opportunity to relax, express yourself creatively and...(Read more - Sew much Calmer)
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 to Thu, Dec 10 2026
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Supported English: Book Adventures
What is this course about? This course helps you develop your English skills through stories, books and group activities in a supportive learning environment. You will build confidence in reading, writing, speaking and listening while enjoying stories and sharing ideas with others at a pace that works for you.\tab What...(Read more - Supported English: Book Adventures)
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 to Thu, Dec 10 2026
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Introduction to Counselling Skills
What this course is about This course introduces you to the basic skills and knowledge used in counselling and helps you explore whether further study in this area is right for you. You will learn about the role of a counsellor, develop communication and listening skills, and build the confidence...(Read more - Introduction to Counselling Skills)
Tue, Sep 15, 2026 to Tue, Dec 08 2026
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
(2 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
ESOL E2-E3
What is this course about? This course helps you improve your English language skills for everyday life, work and learning. You will practise speaking, listening, reading and writing in English through real-life topics such as shopping, health appointments, travel, work, volunteering and using local services.\tab \line \line What knowledge, skills...(Read more - ESOL E2-E3)
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 to Thu, Dec 10 2026
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
(2 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Introduction to Marketing
What this course is about This course helps you learn how to promote a small business, creative enterprise or self-employed venture. You will explore different ways to market products and services while building the confidence and knowledge needed to move closer to employment or self-employment. What skills, knowledge and behaviours...(Read more - Introduction to Marketing)
Tue, Sep 22, 2026 to Tue, Oct 20 2026
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
(2 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Make it Happen
What this course is about This course helps you explore how your creative skills, ideas or hobbies could become a small business or self-employment opportunity. You will learn about the practical steps involved in starting a creative enterprise while building the confidence and knowledge needed to move closer to employment....(Read more - Make it Happen)
Tue, Sep 22, 2026 to Tue, Dec 01 2026
2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
(2 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
You've Got This! - Next Steps Confidence
What this course is about This course helps you build confidence in yourself and plan your next steps towards work, volunteering, learning or training. In a supportive and welcoming environment, you will explore your strengths, develop resilience and learn practical ways to overcome barriers and achieve your goals. What skills,...(Read more - You've Got This! - Next Steps Confidence)
Fri, Sep 25, 2026 to Fri, Dec 04 2026
1:30 PM to 4:00 PM
(3 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
Introduction to Marketing
What this course is about This course helps you learn how to promote a small business, creative enterprise or self-employed venture. You will explore different ways to market products and services while building the confidence and knowledge needed to move closer to employment or self-employment. What skills, knowledge and behaviours...(Read more - Introduction to Marketing)
Tue, Nov 03, 2026 to Tue, Dec 01 2026
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
(2 hours)
at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore
