Adult Learners

News announcement for students September 2011

Recent changes in government policy mean that prospective students aged 19+ who are in receipt of Council Tax benefit, Housing benefit, Income Support or Employment Support Allowance (non Work Related Activity Group) and who wish to enter employment but require skills training to do so, are now eligible to pay the reduced fee for some or our classroom-based courses. Call 01252 407040 to find out more.

Find the incentive to learn something new, whether it's an exciting hobby or a professional qualification - invest in Lifelong Learning.

 

At Farnborough we offer a wide range of adult learner courses, ranging from accounting to computing, education to engineering, floristry to counselling, languages to sport and fitness, media and creative arts, and much more. You can choose to study either full-time or part-time, for those in employment or looking to fill their leisure time.

Use our course search to find the course most suited to your needs.

Course search

You can order or download a copy of the Part-Time Prospectus from the links below.

Order a Part -Time prospectus 

 View our Part-time prospectus 2011-12

Our Prospectus was printed using inks made from vegetable-based oils onto FSC accredited recycled paper. No film was used during production, and 80% of all solvents were recycled for further use.

Still unsure? 

If you are thinking about learning a new skill, already in learning, or planning to change jobs and need new skills, there is a personalised online service that can help you...

Next Step is designed with you in mind and is tailored to give you greater choice and support as you enter and progress in learning and work.

By using Next Step (formerly known as Skills Accounts) you will have access to:

  • Skills Diagnostic Tool - to help you recognise your strengths and areas for development
  • Course Finder - to help you choose the right course and to choose how you continue in learning
  • Funding for Learning - find out if you can get funding to support your learning
  • Action Plan - develop a plan to review and update as you gain skills and move nearer to your goal

To open an account or for more information, visit the Next Step website or call the Careers Advice Service on 0800 100 900. You can also contact your local Next Step office who will be happy to help you.