Free Adult Courses
In response to the current situation we are all facing, Newcastle College is offering an exciting programme of FREE courses for adults. Although times are particularly challenging at the moment, why not take this opportunity to enhance your skills, take up a new hobby or improve your existing knowledge?
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Who can apply?
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To be eligible you need to be aged 19 or over.
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Some courses require suitable IT equipment, software and hardware for you to be able to successfully complete the course online.
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To be eligible and to enrol on these courses you will be required to provide a form of identification.
What can I study?
CV Preparation
Learn helpful hints and tips on how to prepare and improve a CV.
Length: 3 hours
Study: Short Course
Start Date: Various
Location: Online
Interview Techniques
Learn the different types of interview questions you may be asked and how to respond to common interview questions.
Length: 3 hours
Study: Short Course
Start Date: Various
Location: Online
Writing Successful Application Forms
Learn how to write an application form to apply for jobs.
Length: 3 hours
Study: Short Course
Start Date: Various
Location: Online
Essential Digital Skills - Entry Level
Develop the digital skills to use digital devices and the internet and apply this knowledge in common situations.
Length: 5 hours per week for 7 weeks
Study: Short Course
Start Date: Various
Location: Riverside Dene Campus
Principles of End-of-Life Care – Level 2 (Online)
Learn how to provide high-quality end of life care to people and their loved-ones with this Principles of End-of-Life Care – Level 2 online learning course.
Length: 6 hours per week for 12 weeks
Study: Online Learning
Start Date: Various
Location: Online
Helping Skills - Level 2
This qualification helps you understand basic active listening, paraphrasing, clarifying, reflecting, and problem solving skills.
Length: 3 months
Study: Online Learning
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Principles of Care Planning - Level 2 (Online)
Prepare for a career in the care sector by learning the principles and techniques of person-centred care planning, including nutrition, hydration, hygiene and supported sleep.
Length: 6 hours per week for 12 weeks
Study: Online Learning
Start Date: Various
Location: Online
Information, Advice or Guidance - Level 2 (Online)
Learn about the key principles of providing information, advice or guidance in professional contexts, including interaction skills, signposting and referral processes, and group working techniques.
Length: 6 hours per week for 12 weeks
Study: Online Learning
Start Date: Various
Location: Online
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