Whether you’re seeking digital confidence, fundamental skills, career progression, or personal wellbeing, Blackpool Learning Rooms offers a packed schedule of adult courses that are designed to help you move forward.
Courses are available to anyone aged 19 or over, with learning delivered predominantly from two local venues:
- The Place, Clifton Street, Blackpool town centre
- Palatine Library, South Shore
Courses can also be delivered in your communities at a suitable venue of your choice
What’s on offer?
ICT and digital skills
Perfect for beginners or those wanting to keep up with today’s digital world. Courses include:
- Staying safe online
- Using communication platforms
- Information handling
English and maths
Learners can build confidence in reading, writing, numeracy, and problem solving in a supportive, approachable environment. Work towards a recognised qualification at your own pace.
Health and wellbeing
Designed to help residents improve their mental and physical wellness, with courses such as:
- Relaxation techniques
- Stress management
- Healthy living
Employability and life skills
For those preparing to start or return to work, these courses are ideal for building confidence and practical skills. Topics include:
- CV writing
- Interview practice
- Job search skills
- Workplace expectations
Blackpool Learning Rooms also works closely with Jobcentre Plus to provide employability courses designed to support residents who are seeking work.
Cookery
Learners can explore budget-friendly recipes that promote wellbeing through cooking.
- Food safety
- Cooking basics
Family learning
Delivered in Blackpool schools and community venues, Family Learning supports parents to become more active in their children’s learning. Parents develop their skills and confidence to support their children and families have fun whilst learning together.
Open event
Want to find out more and meet our tutors? Drop-in to our Open Event on Thursday 23 April. Explore a range of free courses and discover how learning can help you take the next step - whether it’s for work, confidence or personal interest.
- Thursday 23 April
- 3.30pm to 5.00pm
- The Place, 1 Clifton Street, FY1 1JD
Councillor Jo Farrell, Cabinet Member for Communities and Wellbeing, said:
See a full list of courses at www.blackpool.gov.uk/LearningRooms
How to enrol
Call 01253 478131 or 01253 478032 Email: learning.rooms@blackpool.gov.uk
Or call in to The Place, 1 Clifton Street, Blackpool.