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Monday 9am - 4:30pm Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm Thursday 9am - 4:30pm Friday 9am - 4:30pm Saturday 8:30am - 1:30pm Sunday 8:30am - 1pm

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The only residential College designed for adults aged 19+ in the North Want to return to learning to learn a new skill, gain employment or change careers?

We offer a wide variety of courses to suit everyone, from short one courses and evening classes, through to our high-intensity week long residential programmes and more. We also run a Level 2 and outstanding Level 3 Access to Higher Education (HE) programme to fast-track you to university and your career. Wentworth Castle is also the perfect venue for external conferences, away days and seminars.

23/09/2026

Curious about counselling but not sure where to begin?

Our Developing Counselling and Helping Skills course at Northern College is a two-week introduction to the core skills and theory behind professional counselling work, in a warm, supportive environment.

Whether you're interested in a career in counselling, health and social care, or simply want to develop your ability to support others, this is the perfect starting point.

📅 Starting 17 October 2026
✅ Fully funded for eligible students
📋 A good level of spoken and written English required

Find out more and apply 🔗 https://cstu.io/86aad2

21/09/2026

It's National Coding Week 🖥

Can you guess what this code does?

Drop your answer in the comments 👇

17/09/2026

Getting active doesn't have to be intimidating 🏃💛

Northern College has a range of Sport and Fitness courses designed for adults of all abilities, whether you want to feel better in yourself or start building towards a career in sport and fitness.

Swipe to explore what's available.

16/09/2026

Take the next step in your mentoring journey.

Our Level 1 Peer Mentoring Award at Northern College provides a structured, accredited introduction to the skills needed to guide and support others effectively in your community, your workplace, or beyond.

📅 Starting 5 October 2026
✅ Fully funded for eligible students
📋 All levels welcome

Find out more and apply 🔗 https://cstu.io/98ddf2

15/09/2026

Ready to take the next step in counselling?

Our Level 1 Counselling Skills Award at Northern College gives you a recognised introduction to counselling skills, building the listening and communication skills you need for further learning, or for a career in health and social care.

📅 Starting 1 October 2026
✅ Fully funded for eligible students
📋 Level 1 English or equivalent required

Find out more and apply 🔗 https://cstu.io/009ac7

14/09/2026

Thinking about a career in health and social care but not sure where to begin? 🏥

Our Exploring Careers in Health and Social Care course at Northern College is a practical introduction to the sector, covering the wide range of roles available, what the work really involves, and how to take your next step with confidence.

📅 Starting 5 October 2026
✅ Fully funded for eligible students
📋 All levels welcome

Find out more and apply 🔗 https://cstu.io/b5f70f

11/09/2026

Still thinking about going to university? It's not too late 🎓

Our Access to Higher Education (HE) courses at Northern College are still enrolling, and don't start until 15 October, so there's still time to apply now.

Don't have your Level 2 English or Maths qualification yet? Don't let that stop you.

If you don't hold a grade 4 GCSE or Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths, you can apply to study these alongside your Access to HE course before the course begins.

Find out more and apply.

📚 Access to HE: Psychology
🔗 https://cstu.io/f3708d

📚 Access to HE: Health Science Professions
🔗 https://cstu.io/398af7

10/09/2026

There's nothing quite like hearing it from the people who've been there 🌿

Watch our former horticulture learners share what it's really like to study outdoors at Northern College.

09/09/2026

Understanding substance misuse and alcohol awareness can make a real difference to yourself, others, and your community.

Northern College has two short courses starting this month.

Both are free for eligible students and open to anyone with a willingness to learn, no formal qualifications needed.

Find out more and apply now.

📚 Substance Misuse Awareness (Introduction)
📅 21 September 2026 - 22 September 2026
🔗 https://cstu.io/b87c39

📚 Alcohol Awareness (Introduction)
📅 28 September 2026 - 29 September 2026
🔗 https://cstu.io/b69d29

08/09/2026

Reading and writing affect more of our daily lives than we realise 📖

This International Literacy Day, we're sharing a few reasons why improving yours could make a real difference, from helping the kids with homework to feeling more confident at work.

Swipe to find out more.

Address

Barnsley

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm
Saturday	8:30am - 1:30pm
Sunday	8:30am - 1pm

Telephone

+441226776000

Website

http://www.northern.ac.uk/

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