Course Information

Find out what courses we have on offer

The Community Learning Service offers a wide range of free or low-cost courses for adults (primarily aged 19+) across Staffordshire. If you can't find what you are looking for, please email communitylearning@staffordshire.gov.uk or skillsbootcamps@staffordshire.gov.uk if your enquiry relates to a Skills Bootcamp.
 

Gardening Woodcraft at Izaak Walton Cottage

Learn more about gardening, wood working, and conservation as we restore an area at Izaak Walton's Cottage. Design and build projects and be part of a team with other learners. Develop your personal skills too.

Get Ready - Cooking in the Community

Develop practical cooking skills through batch cooking, meal planning and budget-friendly recipes. Prepare a light lunch for a local community group, share your dishes and take inspiration home.

Health and Social Care Progression - Skills Bootcamp

Learn health and social care progression in a friendly, hands‑on course. Build confidence with understanding care roles, person-centred care, safeguarding, communication, and get ready for work across a range of health and care settings.

Introduction to Becoming an Accounting Assistant

This course introduces learners to the role of an Accounting Assistant, covering basic accounting principles, bookkeeping, financial records, data entry, using accounting software and the skills needed to work effectively in an accounts environment.

Introduction to becoming an Office Administrator

This course introduces learners to office administration, covering essential skills such as communication, organisation, customer service, record keeping, data entry and using common office software and equipment.

Introduction to Construction Groundworks

A beginner course for adults aged 19 and over who want to work in construction. Learners pick up basic groundworks skills, learn how to work safely, and get plant training. Learning takes place in a mix of lessons and hands‑on work at real sites across Staffordshire.