Courses to build life skills

Learn life skills with the largest charitable provider of adult education in England and Scotland. Adult learning isn’t like school. Everyone belongs at the WEA. You’ll get meaningful, and tailored support, so you can reach your full potential. Our classes are friendly and fun, designed for adults like you. We won’t talk down to you and you’ll learn skills that you’ll use in everyday life.

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What are life skills?

Simply put, they are skills that make everyday life easier. Life skills include cooking, budgeting, communicating with others, health, well-being and managing emotions. Sometimes this means learning new things, and sometimes it means building on things you already know.

Sometimes adulting can be hard. These courses can help make it feel just that bit easier, make you feel more independent and empower you to face the future ahead.

Small steps to larger goals

You don’t have to have big goals in mind. Just take small steps towards boosting your skills and improving your wellbeing. Whether it is learning to budget better or cook healthier food. Building your confidence or gaining independence. There is a course for you.

When you study with us, you will:

  • Build your confidence
  • Learn new life skills
  • Improve your everyday life and wellbeing

Take a look at our great range of courses and start making a positive change today.

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Healthy Living: Ways to Wellbeing; Meditation and Seated Yoga

Seated yoga is a wonderful way to start your day. Mindfulness is a technique you can learn which involves noticing what is happening in the present moment, without any judgement of self or others. You might take a moment to notice and be aware of your mind, how your body is communicating with you and your surroundings. This deeply relaxing technique has roots in Buddhism. Join me in this very relaxed and friendly session to find more flexibility and some inner peace. · become more self-aware · feel calmer and less stressed · feel more able to choose how to respond to your thoughts and feelings · cope with difficult or unhelpful thoughts · be kinder towards yourself.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 13/11/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
9:00am - 10:30am
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Georgia Daniel
Course code:
Q00017016
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £27.75

Healthy Living: Ways to Wellbeing: Self-Reflexology of the Hands and Feet

Join a group of like-minded people and explore the fascinating subject of reflexology for pain relief. On this course you will learn how you can help alleviate the symptoms of pain and discomfort by using age old techniques that are found on both the hands and the feet. Reflexology is a form of self- massage therapy that focuses on applying pressure over points that directly correlate to all areas of the body. This practice is purported to have a wide range of health benefits and has been cited as being beneficial for those suffering from both chronic and acute pain. Pain can be physical, psychological, pharmacological and procedural. Many individuals across the world manage pain by using a wide range of techniques, this course is very much designed to show people how they can help themselves and loved one’s if in a caring role.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 13/11/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Georgia Daniel
Course code:
Q00017018
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Ways to Wellbeing - Aroma for Christmas

Give the gift of time to your loved ones this Christmas. This course is designed to show you how to blend a collection of beautiful essential oils using the classic scents of the season. Not only do essential oils smell divine, they also have a huge range of therapeutic effects on the human body. If you are looking for muscle pain relief, anti-stress or something to help sleep and relaxation you will learn a wide range of techniques on this short course. We will cover safe blending, learn the properties of the most popular essential oils and also a range of classic Swedish massage techniques that you can apply as part of your Christmas gift.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 13/11/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Georgia Daniel
Course code:
Q00017019
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Multiply: Maths for the Care Workers

This Multiply Maths for Care Workers course introduces key numeracy skills needed in the care sector. Over six 2-hour sessions, learners will cover practical applications, including medication dosages, unit conversions, reading charts, and managing time effectively, helping participants apply maths confidently in routine care tasks.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 13/11/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:00am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00019680
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

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Develop Excel and managing finances

Building on the foundational skills from the initial Multiply course, this next step online course offered by WEA in Essex is designed to take your Excel and financial management abilities to the next level. You’ll delve deeper into Excel functions, financial modeling, and data analysis. This course emphasises real-world applications, helping you tackle more sophisticated financial scenarios with confidence. Ideal for those seeking to further enhance their employability, this next step course provides the tools and knowledge needed to excel in finance-related roles, ensuring you are well-prepared for the demands of the modern workplace.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 14/11/2024 -
Thu 14/11/2024
Times:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Chris George
Course code:
Q00019260
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Multiply: Maths for Support workers in School

This Multiply: Maths for Support Workers in Schools course provides essential maths skills tailored for support staff in school settings. Across six sessions, learners will gain confidence in practical numeracy areas like basic maths, fractions, percentages, measurement, and data interpretation. Each session connects mathematical concepts to real-life tasks, enabling participants to support children's learning effectively and enhance classroom engagement.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 14/11/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:00am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00019677
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Multiply: Maths for the Care Workers

This Multiply Maths for Care Workers course introduces key numeracy skills needed in the care sector. Over six 2-hour sessions, learners will cover practical applications, including medication dosages, unit conversions, reading charts, and managing time effectively, helping participants apply maths confidently in routine care tasks.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 14/11/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024
Times:
11:30am - 1:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00019678
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Multiply: Maths for Construction Workers

This Multiply Maths for Construction Workers course builds essential numeracy skills tailored for those in or aspiring to join the construction sector. Spanning six 2-hour sessions, this course covers practical applications such as measurement conversions, area and perimeter calculations, and mixing ratios, all within a construction context. By focusing on real-world examples, learners gain confidence using maths to enhance accuracy and efficiency in their work.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 14/11/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024
Times:
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00019679
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Regaining Confidence and Self-esteem

Do you ever feel unsure of yourself? Perhaps around new people or at job interviews? If so, this self-esteem course can help you build tools to face these situations with confidence. Low self-esteem can hold you back in all areas of life. Whether you’d like to build confidence to step back into education, meet new people, or change jobs, confidence-building courses can teach you essential tools to change your mindset. Learn how to build self-esteem and overcome obstacles that are holding you back. The first step in your journey is believing you can successfully complete this course!

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 18/11/2024 -
Thu 21/11/2024
Times:
10:00am - 2:00pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
Seetec Pluss Poole
Poole
BH12 1ED
Tutor:
Dulcie Allan
Course code:
Q00012365
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Step into Care

Begin your journey into the care sector with our Step into Care course. Learn essential skills and knowledge required to provide high-quality care to clients. Ideal for individuals considering a career in care or looking to enhance their caregiving skills.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 18/11/2024 -
Fri 22/11/2024
Location:
The Priory 1101 (Great Yarmouth)
The Priory Centre
Priory Plain
Great Yarmouth
NR30 1NW
Course code:
Q00018612
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.00