Bury Adult Learning Service

Introduction To A Career In Care-Level 1 (Health & Social Care and Childcare)

Learn about the role of the care professional and what it takes to excel in this valued career. The course will include a visit to a local care and/or childcare setting and a guest speaker from the care sector along with a visit from the National Careers Service to discuss the latest career options.

Course starts Monday 20th November until Friday 15th December, 9.30am—4.30pm at Bury Adult Learning Centre.

For more information, call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Self-Care Week is an annual national awareness week that focuses on embedding support for self-care across communities, families and generations. The theme for 2023 is “Mind & Body”.

Enrol now on our FREE 5 week course - Self Care Sanctuary, starting Thursday 16th November, 10.00am–12.00noon at Bury Adult Learning Centre. This course is for people who are experiencing mild to moderate stress, anxiety and low mood.

You will be introduced to the importance of self-care practice for living healthier, happier and a more productive life. Learn to make changes, develop and practice an array of holistic self-care actions to apply to a regular self-care routine.

To enrol or for more information, call Bury Adult Learning Centre on 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Last few places left! Build your skills to better protect your digital information from security threats.

The course takes place on Thursdays at Bury Adult Learning Centre and starts Thursday 2nd November, 9.30am –12.00noon for 5 weeks. For more information or to enrol, call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Self-Care Week is an annual national awareness week that focuses on embedding support for self-care across communities, families and generations. The theme for 2023 is “Mind & Body”.

Enrol now on our FREE 5 week course - Self Care Sanctuary, starting Tuesday 14th November, 7.00pm–9.00pm at Bury Adult Learning Centre. This course is for people who are experiencing mild to moderate stress, anxiety and low mood.

You will be introduced to the importance of self-care practice for living healthier, happier and a more productive life. Learn to make changes, develop and practice an array of holistic self-care actions to apply to a regular self-care routine.

To enrol or for more information, call Bury Adult Learning Centre on 0161 253 5772.

All courses take place at Bury Adult Learning Centre. For more information, download a copy of the course guide www.bury.gov.uk/adultlearning or call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Do you want to gain the confidence to move into further learning and work? Enrol now on Get Ready For Work – Building Resilience. Starts Thursday 16th November at Bury Adult Learning Centre, 1.30pm-3.30pm.

The course is designed to promote self-help and build the softer skills that are relevant in the workplace today. For more information or to enrol, call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

New course starting November - Get Ready For Self-Employment.
Do you have a great business idea? Would you love to work for yourself and know that you have the ambition and determination to make a success of it?

This course is an introduction to self-employment and what is involved in setting up as self-employed to help you decide if this could be the right path for you. Course starts Friday 17th November, 1.00pm-3.30pm at Bury Adult Learning Centre. For more information, or to enrol, call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

New course - Arts & Minds, Christmas Crafts

Come and relax your mind by creating your own Christmas Festive artwork! Make our own decorations and personalised Christmas cards. Crafting can be therapeutic…give it a try!

Course takes place on Wednesdays and starts Wednesday 8th November for 5 weeks, 7.00pm – 9.00pm at Bury Adult Learning Centre. To enrol or for more information, call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Learners enjoying their curry and chat (men only) session this week!

Next FREE session takes place on Tuesday 28th November, 6.30pm-8.30pm at Bury Adult Learning Centre. Interested? Call now on 0161 253 5772.

We’re proud that Bury and Greater Manchester are places where everyone is free to be themselves and where we all look out for each other, stick up for one another and stand together.
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Come and join us today at the Radcliffe Works Lift Off Event at Radcliffe Football Club....Find out more about the courses we offer!

Build your skills to better protect your digital information from security threats.

The course takes place on Thursdays at Bury Adult Learning Centre and starts Thursday 2nd November, 9.30am –12.00noon for 5 weeks.

For more information or to enrol, call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

FREE curry and chat session (men only)…..Learn how to cook a great curry whilst meeting new people and enjoying good conversation!

This session is to support men to develop skills to start a conversation about their own mental health or to feel more confident in starting a conversation with a friend they may be concerned about. The session is based around learning these techniques as well as how to cook a curry.

Session takes place at Bury Adult Learning Centre on Tuesday 17th October, 6.30pm – 8.30pm. For more information or to enrol, call Bury Adult Learning Centre on 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Places still available - Level 2 Food Safety in Catering at Bury Adult Learning Centre on Monday 30th October, 9.30am-4.30pm.

This one day course is suitable for anyone who handles or prepares food or is involved in the management of a catering environment.

For more information, download a copy of the new course guide here www.bury.gov.uk/adultlearning or to enrol call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Places still available!
Are you or someone you know finding it difficult to keep up in this increasingly digital world?

Enrol now on our FREE 6 week digital skills courses taking place on Wednesdays at Prestwich Library:

Digital Skills (Beginners) starts 1st November, 10.00am – 12.00noon
Digital Skills (Intermediate) starts 1st November, 1.00pm – 3.00pm

Learn how to use digital skills to connect with friends and local communities, being safe online, shopping and handling information.

For more information, call Bury Adult Learning Centre on 0161 253 5772 or visit www.bury.gov.uk/adultlearning

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Today is World Mental Health Day. Take a step with a healthier mind with our wellbeing courses taking place in November. Courses include:

Introduction to Mindfulness
Art to Reduce Anxiety and Stress
Self-Care Sanctuary
Improve Your Mood Through Food
Bake Yourself Happy
Keep Calm & Budget
Creative Writing For Wellbeing
Curry & Chat (Men only)

All courses take place at Bury Adult Learning Centre. For more information or to enrol, call 0161 253 5772.

Brush up on your maths skills in a relaxed environment and grow your confidence with numbers. Whether you need it for work, household budgeting or just helping children with homework, these practical sessions with friendly tutors offer plenty of support to help you succeed.

The sessions take place at Wax and Beans, 16 Market Street, Bury, BL9 0AJ, 1.00pm—3.00pm on the following days:
Wednesday, 18th October
Wednesday, 1st November
Wednesday, 8th November

If you’re aged 19 years and over and do not have a maths GCSE at grade C (or equivalent), you can access FREE maths courses to build your confidence with numbers and gain a qualification.

For more information, call Bury Adult Learning Centre on 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Today is UNESCO's World Teachers Day 2023. UNESCO's purpose is promoting the interests of people worldwide in education, science and culture.

We would like to thank all our tutors for all their hard work and commitment!😀Wishing you all a day filled with appreciation and gratitude for the incredible impact you have on our learners’ lives.

Creative Writing - last few places available.

Ever wanted to try creative writing but don't know where to start? Fancy a little time to yourself to explore your writing skills, gain confidence and share work with a friendly group?

This course aims to build your creative writing skills and promote your confidence in your writing whether it is short stories, poetry, or other creative writing forms. You will be encouraged to explore your creativity and allow your imagination to run loose!

Course takes place at Ramsbottom Library, Wednesdays, 1.00pm-3.00pm. For more information, call Bury Adult Learning Centre on 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Don’t miss out….Enrol now! - Making Gifts & Decorations with Stained Glass. Course starts Thursday 12th October, 6.45pm – 8.45pm at Ramsbottom Library for 5 weeks.

Learn how to make small objects such as candle holders, light catchers and small mirrors. You will also have the opportunity to create beautiful and original Christmas decorations or even that special gift for someone.

For more information, visit our website www.bury.gov.uk/adultlearning or to enrol call Bury Adult Learning Centre on 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

New course - Improving Communication Skills for Work

Not too late to enrol! This 20-week course is designed to help you explore suitable career options and develop skills to help with seeking work in a paid or voluntary capacity. You will be introduced to a range of external key people who can help you further in the voluntary/employment sector.

The course is for people with additional learning needs, such as learning disabilities and/or difficulties, sensory impairment, mental health and neuro diverse conditions.

For more information, call Bury Adult Learning Centre on 0161 253 5772.

We're celebrating Black History Month in October & the rich diversity of our borough. We reaffirm our commitment to eliminating discrimination in any form. Events taking place in the community: https://www.bury.gov.uk/local-leisure-events/black-history-month

Do you struggle with maths? Our Multiply courses will improve your maths skills and confidence through fun, engaging activities.

Join us for FREE supportive maths sessions at Bury Library every Monday 10.00am- 12.00pm or Bury Adult Learning Centre every Monday at 1.00pm – 3.00pm.

You must be aged 19+ to join the course and have not achieved your GCSE Grade C or 4 in maths.

To find out more, call Bury Adult Learning Centre on 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Members of our Muslim community are marking the birth of the Prophet Muhammad during Eid Miladul Nabi. In Bury it is marked by a procession, on Sunday 8 October following prayers in the afternoon. The procession starts from the Islamic Centre, Church Street, 2.30pm and will include hot and cold refreshments. It celebrates communities coming together to raise awareness of Islam and tackle Islamophobia, and discussions about living in a multifaith, multicultural society. People of all faiths and no faith are invited to take part.

During this course you will get the opportunity to take a variety of photographs both in the classroom and on some outside visits. The course will also introduce you to the basics of storing, playing and sharing digital media.

The course is for people with additional learning needs, such as learning disabilities and/or difficulties, sensory impairment, mental health and neuro diverse conditions.

Course starts on Tuesday 10th October, 10.00am— 12.00pm at Bury Adult Learning Centre. For more information, call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Do you want to improve your confidence with numbers?

Bury Adult Learning is delivering FREE sessions at Bury Library, Manchester Road, BL9 0DG

Join us for FREE supportive maths sessions at Bury Library every Monday 10am to 12pm

The sessions will run every week and begin on Monday 25th September.

You will be using maths activities online to learn at your own pace, but with a qualified maths tutor on hand if support is needed.

Who can apply?

If you are aged 19 or over and do not have a maths GCSE at grade C (or equivalent), you can access these FREE numeracy courses to build your confidence with numbers and lead on to gaining a qualification. You must also be a Greater Manchester resident.
Enrol at the library during your first session.

For more information, please call 0161 253 5772, or visit our website www.bury.gov.uk/adultlearning

Do you want to improve your confidence with numbers?

Join us for 2 x 2 hours FREE supportive maths sessions here at Bury Adult Learning Centre 18 Haymarket Street, BL9 0AQ on a Monday 1pm-3pm

Each course lasts for 2 weeks and you can join at any start date. The start dates are:-

25.9.23 (A)
9.10.23 (B)
30.10.23 (C)
13.11.23 (D)
27.11.23 (E)
11.12.23 (F)

Who can apply?
If you are aged 19 or over and do not have a maths GCSE at grade C (or equivalent), you can access these FREE numeracy courses to build your confidence with numbers and lead on to gaining a qualification. You must also be a Greater Manchester resident.

Enrol at the centre during your first session.

For more information, please call 0161 253 5772, or visit our website www.bury.gov.uk/adultlearning

Looking for work and need some help identifying your skills and brushing up on your interview technique?

We have a course starting next Friday that may help.

Get That Job WWGJ501 – Friday 22nd September to Friday 20th October, 9.30am-12.00pm

Ring us on 0161 253 5772 to book your place or book on line at https://buryaded.bury.gov.uk/CourseKeySearch.Asp?ID1=wwgj501

Do you want to build your self confidence?

We have a course starting next week, Confidence & Assertiveness WWB421 – Thursday 21st September to Thursday 19th October, 1.30pm-3.30pm.

Having low self-confidence and how you behave in difficult situations can hold you back from achieving your goals in both your personal and professional life. This course will give you the tools to develop the skills needed to improve your self-confidence and assertiveness, enabling you to go on and achieve those goals. During this course you will look at barriers to self-confidence and explore techniques to improve your confidence levels along with developing your understanding of how changing your behaviour and becoming more assertive can leave you feeling more in control of difficult situations.

If you are interested in joining us, please call 0161 253 5772 or enrol online at https://buryaded.bury.gov.uk/CourseKeySearch.Asp?ID1=WWB421

We still have places on our Helping Yourself to Wellbeing course WWB401 – Thursday 21st September to Thursday 19th October, 9.30am-12.00pm - If you'd like to enroll please contact us on 0161 253 5772

This course has been designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and tools to improve your health and wellbeing. It will help you find the confidence and motivation you need to set realistic goals for making changes to your lifestyle.

The course will help you:
Understand health and the benefits of having a healthy lifestyle.
Learn how to set realistic and achievable goals for change.
Explore how to increase confidence, self-esteem and become more assertive.
Recognise the symptoms of stress and learn basic stress management skills.
Understand how to use health services appropriately and manage minor ailments.
Understand how to access reliable sources of information and support.
Have a basic understanding of dementia

Unleash your creative side!!

We have a few places left on the following courses:

FREE taster course Halloween crafts (B342)
Beginners Soft Furnishing and Upholstery (LPR421X)
Making glass decorations with stained glass. (LPR442X)
Creative Writing LPB502X

For more information ring 0161 253 5772 or enroll on our website at

Have you already got basic Digital Skills and would like to learn more to take your skills to the next level? Our FREE Intermediate Digital Skills starting Thursday 14th 10.00am - 12.00am at Bury Adult Learning Centre could be just for you! Amongst other things, learn more about Streaming music/videos, Google maps and finding the best deals online. This is a free course, call us on 0161 253 5772 to book your place.

If you are interested in learning Spanish, it’s still not too late to enrol on the Spanish Year 2 course taking place at Bury Adult Learning Centre, starting Tuesday 19th September, 4.45pm – 6.45pm. This course is perfect for those who are able to communicate in a limited range of everyday situations, eg, shopping, in a café, asking for directions, booking a holiday.

For further information or to enrol, call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Do you want to complete an IT qualification within just 4 weeks? If the answer is yes, we are offering ICDL Level 2 fast track courses in October. This course will enable you to enhance your competence in using Word Processing software, Excel spreadsheet and PowerPoint Presentations.

To find out more, or to book an appointment to speak to one of our tutors, call Bury Adult Learning Centre on 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

We are offering Level 2 Food Safety in Catering at Bury Adult Learning Centre on Monday 18th September, 9.30am-4.30pm. This one day course is suitable for anyone who handles or prepares food or is involved in the management of a catering environment.

For more information, download a copy of the new course guide here www.bury.gov.uk/adultlearning or to enrol call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

New course starting September - Get Ready For Self-Employment. Do you have a great business idea? Would you love to work for yourself and know that you have the ambition and determination to make a success of it?

This course is an introduction to self-employment and what is involved in setting up as self-employed to help you decide if this could be the right path for you. Course starts Friday 22nd September, 1.00pm-3.00pm for 2 weeks at Bury Adult Learning Centre.

For more information, or to enrol, call 0161 253 5772.

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury

Update your skills and build your confidence to find, apply for and prepare to start your new job.

Course starts Friday 22nd September, 9.30am – 12.00pm. For further information or to enrol, call Bury Adult Learning Centre on 0161 253 5772.

New course guide now available to download www.bury.gov.uk/adultlearning

Bury Adult Learning Service We offer a great range of courses and learning options for adults throughout the borough of Bury