
COURSES FOR ADULTS
Whether you are looking to get back into work, upskill, retrain to change career entirely, get into university, start a new hobby, or gain skills for life, there is a course for you. Everything you need to create your brighter future is waiting for you at Weston College.
Click here to explore our adult courses
Here’s what we can offer:
- A mixture of classroom based lectures and/or online learning.
- Support available via your own tutor to help you succeed.
- As a Weston College student you'll also have access to all our facilities - including our Library, IT suite, welfare and employment support teams as well as the College canteen facilities.
Did you know:
- Courses up to Level 2 are fully funded if you're earning under £25,000.
- 91.88% of unemployed learners secured a positive destination on completion.
- Our courses have a 88.37% achievement rate.
If you would like to access support from our team, book one of our free Careers Advice sessions, by clicking here.
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Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship offers a paid job alongside a comprehensive skills development programme, allowing you to…
On Demand
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SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
AVP000073P-25
Preparing to Work in an Office
Are you eager to embark on a fulfilling career in an office environment? Our Preparing to Work in an Office…
12/05/2025
09:00 - 16:00
ONLINE DELIVERY
PTWIOPDESW-24
Starting Soon
Level 1Preparing to Work in Childcare
This short course is designed to stimulate interest and encourage you to understand the skills and knowledge…
24/03/2025
09:00 - 16:00
ONLINE DELIVERY
PTWEYPDHSW-24
Starting Soon
Level 1Preparing to Work in Health and Care
This ten-day virtual online course is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge to further…
24/03/2025
09:00 - 14:30
ONLINE DELIVERY
PTWHCPDGSW-24
Starting Soon
Level 1Preparing to Work in Hospitality
This five-day course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in…
31/03/2025
09:00 - 17:00
ONLINE DELIVERY
PTWHPDBSW-24
Preparing to Work in Hospitality
This five-day course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in…
28/04/2025
09:00 - 17:00
ONLINE DELIVERY
PTWHPDCSW-24
Preparing to Work in Schools
Start your journey into working at schools! On this two-week course you will gain four qualifications that…
22/04/2025
09:00 - 16:00
ONLINE DELIVERY
PTWISPDESW-24
Online Unit 3 (Professional skills units)
Professional Higher Diploma in Law and Practice
This course enables you to study specialist areas of law and legal practice. These can be used alongside…
On Demand
16:30 - 18:00
WINTER GARDENS
CIL6O3E1WI-24
Online Unit 1 (Law or legal practice units)
Professional Higher Diploma in Law and Practice
This course enables you to study specialist areas of law and legal practice. These can be used alongside…
On Demand
18:00 - 19:30
ONLINE DELIVERY
CIL6O1E1WI-24
Professional Hospitality Team Member, Apprenticeship
As a hospitality team member apprentice, you are stepping into an exciting and dynamic industry that revolves…
On Demand
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KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
APP000046P-25
Starting Soon
Level 2Programming, Award
Explore our comprehensive online computer programming course. Enhance your coding skills with our tailored…
25/03/2025
09:00 - 17:00
ONLINE DELIVERY
AW2PRGDAKN-24
Releasing New Potential
The Solutions programme is aimed at those facing barriers to securing sustainable employment and training, or…
On Demand
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VARIES
RNEWGHABV-23
Scaffolder, Apprenticeship
Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16 and allow you to earn while you learn. Becoming an…
On Demand
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CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING CENTRE
APP000179P-25
Starting Soon
Level 1Self-Compassion, CPD Workshop
This CPD workshop is designed for people aged over 19 years and explores self-compassion within counselling…
08/03/2025
09:30 - 16:30
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
NRSFCMDAKN-24
Adult Nursing Pathway
Senior Healthcare Support Worker, Apprenticeship
The Senior Healthcare Worker apprenticeship is an advanced pathway designed for experienced healthcare…
On Demand
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LOXTON CAMPUS
AVP000061P-25
Theatre Pathway
Senior Healthcare Support Worker, Apprenticeship
The Senior Healthcare Worker apprenticeship is an advanced pathway designed for experienced healthcare…
On Demand
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LOXTON CAMPUS
AVP000137P-25
Allied Health Therapy Pathway
Senior Healthcare Support Worker, Apprenticeship
The Senior Healthcare Worker apprenticeship is an advanced pathway designed for experienced healthcare…
On Demand
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LOXTON CAMPUS
AVP000145P-25
SIA/Crowd Safety
Security services is one of the largest single sectors of employment in the UK, with regional and local…
22/04/2025
09:00 - 17:00
TAUNTON
SPECSPDETA-24
Site Carpentry, Apprenticeship
One of the great advantages of pursuing a career in construction is the potential for swift entry into the…
On Demand
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SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
APP000178P-25
Site Carpentry, Apprenticeship
In addition to performing advanced carpentry work, you will also have the responsibility of managing your…
On Demand
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SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
AVP000185P-25
Solutions
The Solutions programme is aimed at those facing barriers to securing sustainable employment and training, or…
On Demand
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VARIES
SOLUTGHABV-24
Teaching Assistant, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship will help you develop the skills you’ll need to assist and support teachers and children…
On Demand
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KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
AVP000206P-25
Team Leading/Supervisor, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is an opportunity to step into a pivotal role within an organisation, where your…
On Demand
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SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
AVP000052P-24
TIG Aluminium Welding Skills, Award
Learn the basics needed to start welding, this course is ideal for anyone who wants to become a welder or try…
22/04/2025
18:00 - 21:00
SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
U2TGAEDSW-24
TIG Welding Skills, Award
Learn the basics needed to start welding, this course is ideal for anyone who wants to become a welder or try…
22/04/2025
18:00 - 21:00
SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
U2TIGEDSW-24
UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Pre-Degree)
Welcome to the University of the Arts London (UAL) Foundation Diploma in Art and Design at Weston College! -…
01/09/2025
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LOXTON CAMPUS
CAA1APF1LC-25
Understanding Autism Spectrum Conditions and ADHD
This 1-week Virtual course is designed to give you more awareness and understanding of Autism and ADHD. The…
12/05/2025
09:00 - 16:00
ONLINE DELIVERY
AADHDPDASW-24
Starting Soon
Level 1Warehouse and Forklift
This course is perfect for anyone that would like to work within the warehousing, transport and logistics…
31/03/2025
09:30 - 16:30
CONSTRUCTION TRAINING CENTRE
WAREFPDGCN-24
Word Specialist
Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? Whether you're looking to enhance your career,…
28/04/2025
18:00 - 21:00
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
NRTLMWDAKN-24
Work Ready You
<h2>Work Ready You! – 5-Week Course</h2> Your Journey to Employment Starts Here! Work Ready You…
22/04/2025
09:30 - 16:00
SOUTH WEST SKILLS CAMPUS
WRKRYPDSW-24
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<p>My name is Gary, and I recently completed the adult <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-adults/electrical/ele… 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations.</a></p><p>May I start by saying; having been one of the eldest students on the course I found the thought of undertaking this course a little daunting. It has been a very long time since I was expected to study and undertake exams, assessments etc. From the first classroom session it was clear that the teaching staff were very good in their professional fields, their teaching techniques were second to none, they took time to explain lessons and more importantly actively encouraged questions, regardless of if it seemed daft or not. They would take time to deliver the question in a simpler form and patiently explain the outcome, making the whole process pleasurable (believe it or not).</p><p>The teaching staff would encourage a positive attitude when it came to undertaking essential exams to progress the course to the next stage. Those who were a little unfortunate to miss out on a pass would be offered additional help and reassured that the exam would be passed. They were very sympathetic and supportive if someone did not make the grade at that particular time, and the course candidates were actively encouraged to work together and help each other, which was very refreshing to see.</p><p>Again, Lee’s, Andy’s, and Mark’s knowledge in practical sessions greatly helped to get to the result, a pass on the course. No matter how many times things needed to be explained or demonstrated they would be patient and approach various ways to explain and demonstrate the task being undertaken. Their knowledge of electrical principles was outstanding and made the course even more enjoyable.</p><p>In my opinion they are an asset to Weston College, and with tutors of this calibre I can only see Weston College going very far in the education world. The commitment these staff have to get their students through the course is again outstanding, despite the long hours put in to deliver the course while teaching daytime students.</p>
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Electrical Installations Level 2
Electrical Installations Level 2