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.
 

Floristry and Plant Science

This course will cover a wide variety of floristry techniques to reflect changing seasons. Plant Science will underpin practical work. Shared reading and practical visits will be included in the course.

Focus on Nature

A beginners guide to connecting with nature through photography, to support wellbeing. Using nature as our inspiration, various exercises will be introduced to build up a practice of nature photography, using this creative tool to slow down and unwind.

Four Seasons Countryside Craft and Well Being

Improve your self-confidence and self-esteem, be inspired to learn new skills and support your wellbeing. Join us to celebrate the best that the countryside has to offer, upcycling foraged resources to create traditional artwork and crafted items.

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.