Adult Learning with Cambridgeshire Skills
Cambridgeshire Skills is Cambridgeshire County Councils adult learning service.
- We offer a wide range of courses and learning opportunities for adults aged 19 and over on the 31 August who have lived in the UK, EU or EEA for at least 3 years*
- We provide accessible, affordable and high-quality learning opportunities.
We enable individuals to improve their skills, confidence and employability.
Four steps to learning
Choosing your course
Selecting the right course may feel daunting. We are here to help you every step of the way. Explore your options online, visit us, or call us.
Enrol and register your interest
When you have chosen your course, you will need to enrol. You can complete our online form, or contact our admissions team who can do this with you.
Assessment
Some of our courses require an assessment of your skill level. This is not a test, just a series of questions, so we can place you on the right course, and know what support you may require from our tutors.
Starting your learner journey
Once you have been enrolled, we will send you a welcome pack. This pack contains all the information you need to know about your first day of learning.
Ways to learn
We have a variety of ways you can learn with us. For both face-to-face and online learning you will have a tutor, who will be on hand to answer any questions.
- Non-accredited courses, are assessed by your tutor, and they will provide feedback.
- We assess accredited courses according to the requirements of the awarding body. This may be either through a final assessment or through a portfolio of work.
How much will it cost me?
Many of our courses are fully funded, meaning there is no cost for you to pay.
If you're 19 or older and a resident of Cambridgeshire or Peterborough, who has lived in the European Economic Area (EEA) for at last 3 years, you may qualify for free courses. This applies if you are unemployed and receiving benefits or earning less than £30,491 annually.
Other circumstances may also be considered for a fully funded place. Our friendly admissions team will be able to advise you, so please give them a call.
Career information, advice and guidance
Information advice and guidance is a key element of the service offered by Cambridgeshire Skills. This service can be accessed at any stage in your learning journey with us and includes support such as:
- understanding and finding the right course
- help to explore career ideas and employment opportunities
- writing a CV, preparing for an interview or developing job searching skills
We are committed to provide careers support that is:
- accurate
- impartial
- confidential
- tailored to your needs
We aim to support learners to progress and gain the skills and qualifications that are necessary for the workplaces of the future.
You can access this support by:
Attending a Guidance hub
Our drop-in Guidance hubs run in various library venues across the county on various days and times. Our Careers and Progression Officers are on hand to support with CVs, interview skills, job applications, job searching and more.
- To find out about your nearest Guidance Hub, call 01353 613013 or email CambsIAG@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Booking a 1-1 Careers Guidance meeting
Our Careers and Progression Officers are available for telephone, online and face-to-face Careers Guidance Meetings where we can discuss your career aspirations.
- Send us an email now to enquire about a 1-1 Careers Guidance Meeting at CambsIAG@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Or give us a call:
- Cambridge, South Cambs, East Cambs and Fenland – 07501 507866
- Huntingdonshire – 07484 021651
Contact details
Telephone: 01353 613013 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm)
Email: cambsals@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Notes
Any individual with any of the statuses listed below is eligible to receive funding and are exempt from the 3-year residency requirement rule:
a) Refugee status