Open event to showcase adult learning

Derby College Group is set to hold an open event at one of its sites, which will give an insight into its adult learning courses.

Taking place at The Community College in Pimlico, Ilkeston, the public are invited to attend on Wednesday 18 October between 5pm and 6.30pm to get a taste of the short courses that are now available at the college.

According to the college, adult learning helps empower individuals to enhance their careers, develop new skills, adapt to change, and experience personal growth.

Advice and guidance will be available at the event on a broad range of subjects including access to higher education, adult maths and English, bricklaying, IT/digital, A-Level biology and health.

There are also a number of free courses on offer, which include basic British Sign Language/deaf awareness and lip reading, care/mental health awareness, creative interiors/home decorating and career confidence booster.

Jennifer Rehman, assistant principal for community and adult learning at DCG, said: “We appreciate that adult learners are often juggling work and family responsibilities, and some may find returning to education a daunting prospect.

“Our aim is therefore to make this step as simple as possible for each individual and provide whatever support is required every step of the way.”

For more details and to book places visit https://www.derby-college.ac.uk/event/the-community-college-ilkeston-open-day-18-10-2023/ .