Adult Learners’ Week Free Taster Sessions
Overview
To celebrate Adult Learners’ Week, we have a huge range of free taster sessions and webinars you can join throughout September.
We're pleased to support this national campaign alongside the Learning and Work Institute to encourage adults of all ages to explore new learning opportunities.
📍 In-person classes
Explore free taster sessions in art, crafts, digital skills, horticulture, essential qualifications and much more! Taught in locations around Swansea.
If a class listed doesn't have an 'Enrol' button, no booking is needed, simply turn up on the day.
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Drop in sessions, no need to book:
- Access to Business, 10am-2pm, Thursday 24 September
- Languages, 10am-2pm, Thursday 24 September
- Access to Engineering, 10am-2pm, Thursday 24 September
- Health and Social Care, 10am-2pm, Thursday 24 September
💻 Live online webinars
Join our interactive online webinars designed to improve your business and professional skills from home.
Upcoming webinars:
Lead continuous improvement: Business Improvement Techniques Level 3
Monday 21 September, 10am-10.30am
Ready to lead positive change in your workplace? This session explores how the Level 3 Business Improvement Techniques qualification develops the practical Lean leadership skills needed to lead improvement teams, implement continuous improvement and create more efficient ways of working.
Deliver exceptional Customer Service
Monday 21 September, 11am-11.30am
Great customer service starts with confident, skilled people. This webinar explores our Customer Service qualifications at Levels 2 and 3, designed for professionals working across sales, retail, administration, contact centres and more. Discover how the qualifications develop practical skills in communication, delivering customer service, telephone calls and social media.
Develop your future in Estates and Facilities Management
Monday 21 September, 1pm-1.30pm
Whether you’re starting a career in Facilities Management or progressing into a strategic leadership role, join this free session to explore IWFM qualifications at Levels 2, 3, 4 and 5. Discover the right pathway for you and your team and learn how nationally recognised qualifications support professional development across the FM sector.
Lead with impact: Leadership and Management Levels 4 and 5
Tuesday 22 September, 10am-10.30am
Designed for established managers and senior leaders, this session explores our CMI and ILM Level 4 and 5 Leadership and Management qualifications. Learn how these programmes develop the strategic skills needed to lead innovation, manage change and drive continuous improvement across your organisation.
Coaching for growth: Develop people and build performance
Tuesday 22 September, 12pm-12.30pm
Whether you’re looking to develop your own leadership skills or create a stronger coaching culture within your organisation, join this free session to discover the CMI Level 3 Coaching and Mentoring qualification. Learn how this nationally recognised qualification helps professionals develop effective coaching techniques that improve confidence, performance and workplace development.
Develop tomorrow’s leaders: Leadership and Management Levels 2 and 3
Tuesday 22 September, 2pm-2.30pm
If you’re ready to take your first step into management or looking to develop future leaders within your organisation, attend this webinar to explore our CMI and ILM Leadership and Management qualifications. Discover how Levels 2 and 3 build the practical skills, confidence and knowledge needed to lead people effectively.
Supporting people and developing your career through Information, Advice and Guidance
Wednesday 23 September, 11am-11.30am
If you’re supporting learners, customers, colleagues or communities, effective guidance can make a real difference. This webinar is a chance to find out more about our Information, Advice and Guidance qualifications at Levels 3 and 4, designed for professionals who provide information and guidance as part of their role across a wide range of sectors.
Develop practical digital skills: Digital Literacy Level 3
Wednesday 23 September, 2.30pm-3pm
Build the practical digital skills and confidence needed for today's workplace. Attend this session to discover our accredited five-week Digital Literacy Level 3 course, where you'll explore Microsoft 365, AI, Canva, Gamma, digital collaboration, online searching and cyber security through hands-on learning and real-world projects.
Progress your career in Accountancy: AAT Levels 2 to 4
Thursday 24 September, 10am-10.30am
Whether you’re taking your first steps into accountancy or looking to develop your professional financial expertise, this webinar covers nationally recognised AAT qualifications at Levels 2, 3 and 4. Learn how each level builds your knowledge and practical skills, from bookkeeping and costing through to financial management, financial statements and complex management accounting.
Introducing Medical Administration: A brand-new apprenticeship at Gower College Swansea
Thursday 24 September, 10.30am-11am
Be among the first to discover Gower College Swansea's brand-new Medical Administration apprenticeship. Designed to develop the next generation of healthcare administrators, this webinar will explore how the programme builds practical skills in patient administration, records management, communication, governance and customer service.
Ask the experts: CIWM Sustainable Resource Management Q&A
Thursday 24 September, 1pm-1.30pm
Have questions about CIWM qualifications? Join our live Q&A session to explore Sustainable Resource Management qualifications at Levels 2, 3 and 4. Whether you're starting a career in waste and resources or developing experienced staff, our tutors will answer your questions on course content, delivery, funding and progression.
Lead with impact: Leadership and Management Levels 4 and 5
Thursday 24 September, 1pm-1.30pm
Designed for established managers and senior leaders, this session explores our CMI and ILM Level 4 and 5 Leadership and Management qualifications. Learn how these programmes develop the strategic skills needed to lead innovation, manage change and drive continuous improvement across your organisation.
Advance your career in Legal Services: CILEX Levels 3 and 5
Thursday 24 September, 2pm-2.30pm
If you’re looking to start a career as a paralegal or take the next step within the legal sector, this webinar explores our nationally recognised CILEX qualifications at Levels 3 and 5. Discover how Level 3 develops the professional and legal knowledge needed for a successful career in legal services, while our brand-new Level 5 pathway supports experienced professionals to work towards CILEX Advanced Paralegal status.
Lean starts here: Business Improvement Techniques Level 2
Friday 25 September, 10am-10.30am
Discover how Lean thinking can help you improve processes, reduce waste and contribute to a more efficient workplace. This session introduces our Level 2 Business Improvement Techniques qualification, alongside our short Introduction to Lean course, giving individuals and employers a clear pathway into continuous improvement.
Deliver projects with confidence: Project Management Levels 3 and 4
Friday 25 September, 11am-11.30am
Whether you’re managing your first project or leading complex business initiatives, join our webinar to explore our CMI Level 3 Introduction to Project Management and the ILM 4 Project Management pathway. Discover how these programmes develop the practical skills to plan, manage and deliver successful projects with confidence.
Key information
There are no entry requirements for these courses.
Our taster sessions are the perfect first step! From there, you can continue your learning journey by joining our other adult learner courses, including our flexible part-time options. Find out more on our Adult Learners page.
