WEA courses

Are you looking for functional skills English courses for free? You can boost your maths and English skills with a government-funded course at the WEA. If you are over 19 and don’t have an English GCSE at C or Grade 4, then you can study for free.  Not having a qualification in English can hold you back. In many cases, you will need it for apprenticeships or to get a job. Maybe you want to ace your GCSE retakes but the idea of going back to school fills you with dread. Or you want a level 2 qualification, but you don’t want to do GCSEs again. This is where the WEA comes in.  We’re not like a school or a college; we’re adult learning specialists. Our English functional skills classes help you build on the skills that you use every day. We make our courses fun and easy to learn.

Are you looking for functional skills maths courses for free?  You can boost your maths and maths skills with a government-funded course at the WEA. If you are over 19 and don’t have an English GCSE at C or Grade 4, then you can study for free.  Not having a qualification in maths can hold you back. In many cases, you will need it for apprenticeships or to get a job. Maybe you want to ace your GCSE retakes but the idea of going back to school fills you with dread. Or you want a level 2 qualification, but you don’t want to do GCSEs again. This is where the WEA comes in.  We’re not like a school or a college; we’re adult learning specialists. Our maths functional skills classes help you build on the skills that you use every day. We make our courses fun and easy to learn.

This course is funded by the Greater London Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London Authority area. Build on your communication skills for work with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course for adults is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you improve your speaking and listening skills to communicate better in English.

This course is funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority area. This interactive 2-hour online taster session is designed to equip learners with the essential communication skills needed to succeed in the job market. Focusing on interview techniques and presentation skills, participants will build confidence, improve their ability to showcase their strengths, and develop practical strategies to support their progression into employment. Through guided activities, real-world examples, and expert tips, learners will gain a better understanding of what employers are looking for and how to present themselves effectively in both interviews and professional settings.

This course is funded by the Greater London Authority and is only available to residents living within the Greater London Authority area. This course is funded by the Greater London Authority and only available to residents living within the GLA area. This Get Ready for ESOL course is a pre‑entry course for adults who are at the very beginning of their studies for ESOL courses. This 9‑hour course will help you gain confidence to begin your ESOL studies especially if you are new to studying. This course provides a supportive introduction to English and prepares you for further ESOL study.

This course is funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority area. Communicating Confidently (Digital) – 2-Hour Online Taster - Introduction to confident digital communication - Understanding tone and clarity in written messages - Common pitfalls in email, chat, and online platforms - Writing clear, concise, and professional emails - Best practices for Teams/chat messaging - Adapting communication style for different audiences and situations - Managing tone to avoid misunderstandings online - Building confidence in virtual conversations and responses - Effective participation in online meetings and discussions - Tips for staying professional and authentic in digital spaces - Practical exercises using real-life digital scenarios - Actions to improve day-to-day digital communication immediately

This 60 GLH course supports adults to start or progress a career in construction. It begins with an initial assessment to identify each learner’s strengths, goals, and any barriers to learning or employment. From this, an individual learning plan is created with clear, achievable targets and agreed support. Learners will gain an introduction to construction, exploring the skills, knowledge, and job roles available. Employability skills such as teamwork, communication, and problem-solving are embedded and linked to real employer vacancies. The course includes the Ascentis Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment, a nationally recognised qualification required to work safely on site and apply for a CSCS card. Learners receive full support to prepare for and pass the CSCS test. In addition, learners will gain an understanding of the requirements of the National Plant Operators Registration Scheme and how to gain the NPORS Red Card. Finally, learners receive one-to-one employment support, including coaching, CV and application help, mock interviews, and careers advice, helping them move confidently into construction jobs or further training. On successful completion of modules learners will also be awarded a Digital Badge to evidence their learning, for use on CVs and social media.

This course is funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority area. This practical 2-hour online taster session focuses on developing the digital skills needed to successfully apply for jobs and create effective CVs. Learners will gain confidence in navigating online job applications, understanding employer expectations, and presenting their skills and experience clearly. Through hands-on activities and expert guidance, participants will build essential digital employability skills to support their journey into employment.

This course is open to learners in the Greater London Authority. In this conversation class, you will learn to take part in short conversations, understand simple spoken information, read everyday words and signs, and write basic words and phrases. This course provides a supportive introduction to English and prepares you for further ESOL study.

This course is funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and is only available to residents living within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority area. This interactive 2-hour taster session is designed to help participants develop confidence and professionalism when communicating over the telephone. Learners will explore the key principles of effective telephone communication, understand the importance of active listening, and practise techniques for building rapport, gathering information, and handling conversations with confidence. The session combines practical tips, discussion, and short activities to provide immediately applicable skills for the workplace.