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Learning and Skills in Sunderland

Whether you want to improve your skills, gain a qualification, find a new job, or progress in your current role, there are learning opportunities across Sunderland to help you succeed.

Courses and support can help you build confidence, develop new skills, reach your goals and improve your health and wellbeing.  

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Sunderland Learning, Skills and Employability Service

Adult Skills Programme Courses in Sunderland

If you are aged 19 or over, you can access a range of adult learning courses to help build your skills and confidence.

Courses include:

 

These courses can help you gain new skills, improve job prospects, and move into further training or employment.

Most courses are fully funded, although eligibility criteria may apply.  You may also be able to get support with childcare and travel costs, making it easier to take part in learning and achieve your goals.

Visit the Adult Skills Programme page to find out more

 

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Education Partnership North East – Sunderland College

Education Partnership at Sunderland College offers a wide range of full-time, part time and online courses for adults aged 19 and over. 

Whether you want to gain a qualification, improve your skills, prepare for higher education or start a new career, flexible learning opportunities are available to help you achieve your goals.

Adult learning can help you build confidence, increase your employment opportunities and support your overall health and wellbeing through lifelong learning.

Courses for Adults at Sunderland College

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Community-Based Adult Learning with WEA

The Workers Educational Association (WEA) offers a range of community based adult learning opportunities to help people develop skills, build confidence and improve wellbeing.

Courses include: 

  • Employability skills
  • Personal development
  • Digital Skills
  • ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

Find out about available courses with WEA