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Adult Short Courses
For online/ blended courses, visit here
We have a variety of new and exciting short courses available to anyone aged 19+.
Many of our courses are fully funded for adult learners, depending on your circumstances and the qualifications you already hold. Simply fill in an enquiry form for the course you are interested in for a quick response on funding available.
Or see the relevant course information below for details on fees for each course. For information about free Maths and English courses visit here.
For ACCESS courses visit here
View our all new adult course guide here!
Each course explains the learning type to help you select the best one for you. The four different learning types are:
Face to Face – In-person lessons will be delivered at either our Buxton or Leek campuses
Blended – A mixture of face to face lessons at either our Buxton or Leek campuses and through online lessons
Distanced Learning – You will have scheduled online lessons and be sent provisions such workbooks to complete
Online – You can complete your course online at your own pace in the comfort of your own home, view our online courses here
To learn more about what Level of study is suitable for you, visit here.
To learn more about our fees and financial support, visit here.
Available courses for...
See all 16-18 Adults ApprenticesCarpentry & Joinery Short Courses
Well-being Series – Holistic Therapies
Accounting
- AQ2022 AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
- AQ2022 AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping
- AQ2022 AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping
- AQ2022 AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
- AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting
Barbering
Culinary & Hospitality short courses
- Award in Introduction to Culinary Skills
- Level 2 Certificate in Culinary Skills
- Level 2 Award in Food Safety
Motor Vehicle & Logistics Adult Short Courses
- IMI Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Maintenance
- IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair & Replacement