WEA courses

Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer skills for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital skills, no matter your current knowledge. This course is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is all new to you. Learn to use word processing software and fill out online forms in this Digital Skills course. Understand how to use email and search for information online. This digital skills training also teaches you how to shop online securely. You’ll understand online safety and data storage

This Intermediate Microsoft 365 Word and PowerPoint course is aimed at Beginners with some basic knowledge of documents and Presentations who want to improve and learn further skills. What would improved digital skills mean for your career or everyday life? No matter what your job role is, the chances are your day-to-day life would be easier with enhanced computer skills. This knowledge can help you in a wide variety of routine situations. These can include creating CVs and helping your kids with their homework. Creating a presentation for an interview. You will learn how to enhance your documents with formatting, styles, images, Emoji’s, and a variety of Word templates. Review with the Word Editor. Create a table and a list. Enhance your documents using a variety of templates.

This Intermediate Pixlr Online Photo Editor course is aimed at Beginners with some basic knowledge of photo editing who would like to learn further skills. Or perhaps you are a keen amateur photographer and would like to improve your images. You will learn how to enhance your images by adding a variety of Pixlr built in effects and adjustments. Add and customize text colour, style, border and curve the text. Pick colours in an image to paint with. Remove unwanted marks and objects using a variety of tools. Clone areas in an image. Combine and manipulate images. Replacing colours and use layers. Learn how to repair an old photograph using various techniques.

This Intermediate Microsoft 365 Excel course is aimed at Beginners with some basic knowledge of Spreadsheets who want to improve and learn further skills. You will learn how to enhance your spreadsheet with formatting, images, and shapes. Sort and filter data. Customise a template. Create a chart that you can use in the workplace to present to colleagues or use for personal finances, budgets or creating a list of items and values.

Vulnerable people are at higher risk of neglect and abuse. Training in safeguarding teaches you how to spot signs that someone may be at harm. It also helps you know what steps to take in case of reported or suspected abuse. This short safeguarding course gives you a view into safeguarding practices and the importance of protecting adults’ rights to live in safety.

This micro course is designed for those who want to explore how to turn their creativity into a business. The course will outline the very basics of what you need to know in order to set up, and start running, a successful arts and crafts business whether creating and selling unique artwork, unique home décor, or jewellery. The course covers how to identify and define your niche within the arts and crafts sector; the basics of pricing products to ensure profitability; key steps to setting up an online shop or selling at local markets; simple marketing techniques to attract customers, including using social media. This course is perfect for beginners and requires no prior business knowledge. By the end of the session, you will have a clear understanding of the first steps needed to launch their arts and crafts venture and make your creative passions profitable.

This Entry 1 level ESOL course will help you to communicate your ideas about a range of topics in English. You will practise reading, writing, speaking and listening, with a focus on conversation skills. You will also learn new vocabulary, improve your pronunciation, and learn more about basic English grammar, including present and past tenses.

Dive into the world of maritime literature with our Creative Writing and the Sea course. Explore the themes, settings, and characters that define stories of the sea. Ideal for writers and literature enthusiasts looking to expand their creative horizons.

Learn basic writing skills with this foundational English course for beginners. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn to write in English to study, work, and live in the UK. Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence to write basic sentences in English. There are also reading and speaking & listening courses at this level. If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.

This micro course is designed for learners who want to improve their communication skills and build confidence in expressing themselves. On this short course you will explore techniques for clear and effective communication in different situations, including conversations, group discussions, and presentations. The course covers essential skills such as active listening, body language, and managing nerves when speaking. Through practical exercises and supportive feedback, you will gain the confidence to communicate assertively and positively in personal, professional, and community settings. This course is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their self-expression and build stronger connections with others.