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New Year, New Start...

Why wait another year to make a change? We have a range of courses starting in January 2023 and onwards, so take a look at what’s coming up in our Part-time & Professional Adult Course guide and take that next step with us, whether you are looking to upskill or do something for fun we have something for you.

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Looking for something for fun or free
DIY Skills

DIY courses are designed for homeowners and property developers interested in developing the practical skills to complete tasks within residential premises they own. The courses are offered with flexible start dates throughout the year.

Career change or retrain
Accounting & Bookkeeping

The Association of Accounting Technicians is the world’s leading professional body for Accounting Technicians. These courses introduce accountancy and bookkeeping skills to those wishing to embark on a professional career in accountancy.

Career change or retrain
Floristry

This is an ideal course for people who are interested in developing basic floristry skills, exploring creative ideas and producing inspirational floral designs.

Award in Creative Craft - Floristry

Location: Wakefield City Campus
Level: Level 2
Start Date: October
Duration: 20 weeks

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Career change or retrain
Sports Massage

Massage therapy is now a vital part of many sports. Preparing sports performers for competition and helping them recover from intense exercise or injury is a specialised role and the demand for expert therapists is high.

Preventing Injuries in Sport and Active Leisure

Location: Wakefield City Campus
Level: Level 3
Start Date: January
Duration: 30 weeks

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Career change or retrain
Counselling

Our level 2 counselling course is suitable for adults with some life experience but who have little or no prior experience of using counselling skills.

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Part-time & Professional Adult Course Guide 2022

The complete course listings for all part-time and professional courses at Wakefield College.

Get a university level qualification
Access to HE

Access to Higher Education Diplomas are full Level 3 qualifications recognised by UK universities that act as a stepping stone for students over 19 to progress to university-level study.

Career change or retrain
Barbering

Designed for anyone who want to achieve a full qualification in gents’ barbering.

Level 2 Certificate in Barbering

Location: Castleford Campus
Level: Level 2
Start Date: January
Duration: 1 year

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Improve your employability skills
Digital Skills for Adults

Digital Skills are more important than ever and understanding digital technology and communication is vital to stay connected in work and life.

  • Digital Skills for Life and Work
  • Digital User Skills in Microsoft Word & Excel
  • IT User Skills in Microsoft Office

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Career change or retrain
Teacher Training

Wakefield College offers the full range of courses you need from starting out on the road to becoming a teacher to higher level professional development programmes for those who are already engaged in teaching or training.

Demand for teachers continues to remain high in the UK with the government offering generous financial packages to attract the best graduates to the classroom.

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For more information on these courses and how to apply please contact course information on 01924 789111 or email courseinfo@wakefield.ac.uk.