Adult Skills Fund Courses

Kickstart your career with our short courses

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Do you live in Greater Manchester?

Are you aged 19 and over?

Do you have basic maths and English?

How Adult Skills courses work

Whether you're looking to gain new qualifications, improve your job prospects or take the next step in your career, our Adult Skills courses can help you get there. 

Funded through the Adult Skills Fund, these courses are designed for adults aged 19 and over who want to develop new skills, build confidence and increase their employment opportunities.

We develop courses in partnership with local employers who are looking to recruit candidates that complete the course – so there’s the opportunity to gain employment at the end of one of our short courses. 

We work closely with DWP and Job Centre Plus to support you throughout your journey and give you the right skills to become successful in your career. 

What courses do you offer?

Our courses vary depending on our employer partner needs, but roles can include:

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Retail

Warehousing and logistics

Events

Hospitality

Catering

Why choose an Adult Skills Fund course?

No matter where you're starting from, our Adult Skills Fund courses can help you build the skills and confidence needed for your future.

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Receive support from experienced tutors

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Take the next step towards employment

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Gain practical skills that employers need

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Achieve recognised qualifications

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Improve your confidence and career prospects

Build Your Workforce with Tailored Pre-Recruitment Support

Is your business facing challenges in recruiting entry-level talent?

Our fully funded pre-employment training offer is designed to help employers across Greater Manchester* connect with job-ready candidates.

Get started with Adult Skills courses

Complete the form to find out more about our Adult Skills Fund courses and the support available to help you succeed.

Find out more about our courses

Register your interest in this course using the form below and one our team will contact you.

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Why our courses are different

We understand the unique challenges unemployed adults face. That’s why our courses are:

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Tailored for Rapid Employment

We focus on industries hiring in Greater Manchester.

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Flexible Learning Schedules

We respect your time and responsibilities.

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Networking Opportunities

Engage with local employers who are actively looking to recruit 

Frequently asked questions

  • Do you live in Greater Manchester?
  • Are you aged 19 and over?
  • Do you have basic maths and English?

If you meet the criteria above, you can enrol on one of the courses.

Our courses are designed based on the needs of local employers, increasing your chances of finding a job in Greater Manchester. You will engage with local employers looking to hire candidates who have completed one of our courses.

We provide supportive environments for all learners, regardless of when you last studied and as part of the course, you can study functional skills in English and maths.