We're offering a range of free adult learning courses for Middlesbrough residents aged 19+ as part of the 'Raising Aspirations' programme.
The courses are being delivered face to face in community venues across the town.
Each course runs for five to 10 hours and the learning is flexible so you don’t have to start by a specific date.
The courses are as follows:
Boost your progression into childcare
If you’re interested in working with young children aged up to three, this hands-on course will help you understand how babies and toddlers learn, develop and grow.
You’ll learn about child safety, play-based learning and fun activities while developing skills that can lead to further learning, volunteering or employment opportunities.
Flavours of our community
Learn food hygiene, preparation and cooking methods while exploring foods from across cultures, connecting with others, and building your confidence.
You’ll also gain an understanding of food traditions, sourcing ingredients, and healthy eating.
Confident me, confident future
A course geared to helping you to recognise your strengths and unlock your potential, equipping you to communicate more effectively and handle new situations.
You’ll work on building your self-belief, challenging self-doubt, and taking positive steps towards your future in learning, volunteering and work.
Community green skills
This hands-on course will help you develop practical recycling and upcycling skills while improving your confidence, wellbeing and creativity.
You’ll also do some basic planting and learn about environmental responsibility, sustainability, and working in a team.
Launchpad to employment
This course is all about equipping you with the confidence, knowledge, skills and behaviours you need to progress towards employment.
It’ll help you break down barriers to work, volunteering or apprenticeships by supporting you with CVs, job applications, and interview preparation.
Next steps for parents and carers
This course will help you identify your strengths – including those you’ve developed through parenting – and explore flexible learning, training and employment options.
You’ll create a realistic action plan for progression into work, volunteering or learning, while addressing barriers such as childcare, confidence and money concerns.
Parenting with a purpose
Build confidence in your parenting or caring role, strengthen family relationships and develop practical skills to support your child’s learning, development and wellbeing.
You’ll meet other parents and carers and learn how you can understand your child, support their development, and help them to thrive in a positive environment.
Rebuild, restart, renew
If you’ve experienced the criminal justice system, this course will help you take steps towards training, apprenticeships, employment and volunteering.
There’ll be a focus on recognising your own strengths, overcoming barriers, and helping you with money management and digital skills.
Like any of these?
If you're interested in any of these courses and would like further information, please complete the form below.
A team member from our Employability Service will then get back to you to discuss it further and identify a suitable venue for you.
The 'Raising Aspirations' courses are funded by the Tees Valley Mayor and Combined Authority through its Adult Skills Fund.
Our Employability Service is running them on behalf of Middlesbrough Council.