Adult and Community Courses

Lambing – An Introduction to Theory and Practical

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Agriculture
Start Date: 08/03/2026

This one-day introductory course is designed for anybody who has an interest in lambing. Maybe you already have some sheep, or are planning to get some, and would like...

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Smallholding – animal husbandry

L2PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Agriculture
Start Date: 07/03/2026

This course is aimed at anyone who is interested in running a smallholding, or simply growing their understanding and practical skills within the land-based sector.

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Installation of silicone-based render systems – spray render and hand applied

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Hudson Building
Subject Area: Construction - Plastering
Start Date: Flexible

This two-day course is designed for those who are experienced in applying traditional rendering to an external wall and are looking to upskill in the application of silicone-based render....

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External Walling Installation (EWI) Maintenance

L0PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Hudson Building
Subject Area: Construction - Plastering
Start Date: Flexible

This short course is designed for trades persons involved in working on buildings containing External Walling Installation (EWI) and who may need to repair sections or parts of an...

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Valentine’s Floral Arrangements

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Floristry
Start Date: 12/02/2026

This is an informal and welcoming workshop for anyone interested in floristry who wishes to learn how to create and gift wrap a beautiful hand-tied bouquet of a dozen...

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Pruning College Certificate

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Horticulture
Start Date: 26/02/2026

This is a two-day taster course covering various aspects of horticulture, but focusing on pruning techniques. We will cover timing, types of pruning and good practice and explain the...

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Introduction to Being a Teaching Assistant (April start)

L2PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Other
Subject Area: Teacher Training, Coaching and Mentoring
Start Date: 16/04/2026

This course will prepare you for your next steps towards a full qualification in Learning Support and could be the start of an exciting and challenging new career.

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Level 1 Award in Creative Craft: Crafting and Upcycling

L1PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Ilkeston
Subject Area: Adult Community Learning
Start Date: Flexible

**This course may be free if you earn less than £25,000p.a** Would you like to complete a great creative project from recycled materials - by researching materials, planning your...

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Level 3 Award in Fire Door Safety

L3PT

Course Type: Adult and Community
Location: Hudson Building
Subject Area: Construction - Carpentry
Start Date: Flexible

This fire door safety course provides carpenters, joiners and maintenance personnel with essential knowledge to ensure fire doors comply with current regulations.

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