WEA courses

Taking some important examples to give a flavour of the sheer energy of US architecture, we will see how Thomas Jefferson brought Palladio’s ideas to the architecture of US government, Chicago propelled high rise building in the 1890s, Frank Lloyd Wright re-invented himself in a long career, and contemporary architects like Frank Gehry are continuing to exert international influence.

Celebrate World Sleep Day with our Meditation and Guided Yoga Nidra for Restful Sleep course. This session focuses on practices to improve sleep quality and promote deep relaxation. Through guided meditation and Yoga Nidra, you will learn techniques to unwind, calm the mind, and prepare for restful sleep. Suitable for all levels, this course supports your journey to better sleep and overall well-being.

West Sussex Multiply Course; This course helps learners develop essential money management skills. Participants will learn how to create a budget, save effectively, manage debt, and understand financial services such as banking and insurance. The course also covers consumer rights, contracts, and dealing with financial issues. Focused on real-life situations, learners will practice essential vocabulary and phrases used in everyday financial transactions. By the end of the course, students will feel more confident in managing their finances and navigating the financial aspects of life.

Gain essential knowledge and skills to support children’s development and well-being in a school or college setting. This course will introduce you to key areas such as child development, safeguarding practices, and the importance of diversity, equality, and inclusion in education. You will also gain insight into the daily operations of educational institutions and the variety of roles available within them. Throughout the course, your tutor will assess your learning through engaging tasks such as creating leaflets, charts, diagrams, or information boards. Once you have completed the Introduction course, you can then progress onto our Level 1 Award in Preparing To work in Schools. This qualification prepares you for a range of school and college-based roles, including: ✔️ Learning Assistant ✔️ Technical Support Worker ✔️ Classroom Volunteer ✔️ Administrative Worker ✔️ Other On-Site Roles To fully participate, you will need internet access to use the WEA’s digital learning platform, Canvas, where tutors will provide important resources and assignments. The WEA is dedicated to supporting adult learners and creating an inclusive learning environment. If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know—we are committed to making education accessible and enjoyable for all.

Take your writing skills to the next level with these ESOL classes. Improve your written English and feel more confident in a variety of everyday situations. This ESOL writing course can teach you important skills to study or write good CVs and job applications. This ESOL entry 3 writing course builds on skills you learnt at entry 2. Expand your understanding of how to create well-structured texts and polish your spelling and grammar. This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking & listening. If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place. This course is funded by Greater London Combined Authority.

Are you bilingual? Have you ever thought about using your language skills to help in your community? Did you know you can get many jobs with languages? If you speak English and another language fluently, you could make a great community interpreter. This community interpreter course gives you an introduction to the language and interpreting skills needed for this type of work.

This course is for carers, former carers and the cared for. An introduction to seed sowing for a few basic crops. Learn a new skill and watch the crops flourish whilst improving your health and well-being.

Start your journey of learning English with our First steps into ESOL course, designed for beginners who are new to the English language. This course focuses on building foundational skills in a supportive and friendly environment.

Kickstart your education career with this introductory teaching qualification. Experience the buzz of learning environments and get a view into the profession. Learn essential teaching skills and open doors to further education jobs in this Education and Training course. This course prepares you for teaching jobs working with adults. These can include roles as a tutor, learning assistant, teaching assistant, or trainer in universities, Sixth Form colleges, or other adult learning settings. This Level 3 Award in Teaching and Education is the first step towards a fulfilling career in teaching. If you want to get a teaching qualification, this foundational course can give you a taste of the industry before you move onto higher level qualifications.

If you’re interested in learning more about mental health issues, this level 1 course can teach you the foundational concepts. You’ll get a view into the nature of mental health work and the issues that face people struggling with it. Level 1 health and social care courses about mental health can teach you the basic principles of mental health care. If you enjoy this course you can continue your learning in this area. Mental health awareness training can help you understand if this area of work interests you.