Adult Learners

BE MORE with Adult Learning at Burnley College.

BE MORE with Adult Learning at Burnley College.

BE MORE with Adult Learning at Burnley College.

Changing career? Ready to return to learning? Need a qualification to boost your prospects? Want to learn a new skill? Whatever your individual goals, we will support you every step of the way.

Skills for Life

Enhance your skills, get the qualifications you need to progress and be inspired into lifelong learning – and in most cases for free!

From Maths and English GCSE to Advanced Level Vocational Courses – learn more!

Take the first step

Take your first step by choosing from one of the categories below, or Click Here to see all of our Adult Learning Courses.

DISCOVER A NEW FLEXIBLE WAY TO LEARN

Online Learning

The flexibility of Online Learning allows you to work at your own pace and in your own space. It’s perfect if you’re pushing for promotion, looking to branch out into a brand new career or learning for the love of it, we will help you reach your goals and gain the qualifications you deserve.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Our Careers Advisors will give you independent guidance to help you plan your route to success. They are available for individual appointments, face to face or over the phone. You can book an appointment by calling 01282 733373 or emailing [email protected]

Whether you left education five years ago or 15 years ago or 25 years ago, we would still like to know what qualifications you achieved, this can include courses you have completed at work, too.

Our Student Services team are on hand to give advice and guidance on what qualifications and experience you can use to access courses: call them on 01282 733373 or email [email protected] 

We have worked hard to make sure that any course fees you need to pay offer value for money and, in many instances, offer several different ways to pay.

Head to our fees and finance page on the website for more information or call Student Services on 01282 733373 or email [email protected]

Most courses start in September and January however there are some courses with start dates all year round. You will find the earliest start dates on the course page of your chosen course or feel free to contact Student Services for further dates: call them on 01282 733373 or email [email protected]

FUNDING AND FINANCE EXPLAINED

Don’t let worries over finance hold you back from achieving your career goals

Simply take a few seconds to fill in a quick enquiry form and one of our friendly advisors explore all your finance options with you.

SUPPORT

All the support you need, whenever you need it

Returning to study can be daunting but our specialist advice and guidance team are on hand to offer you the support you need.

Whether you want help negotiating Student Finance, need expert, independent careers advice or would like individual support to improve your academic skills, there’s a specialist with the time and motivation to help you.

Whatever your current academic level, we have a qualification for you that will take you further on your journey to achieving your dreams. We can help you find the right path for you, and explain the many different options available.

At Burnley College we pride ourselves on making sure you’re on the right course. That’s why we’re always here to support you in all your needs.

From selecting the right pathway to financial advice, help with motivation to mental health support, our Student Services Team are friendly, approachable and can always find the answers. Just ask.

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I was a baker for 20 years. Now I work in a Pharmacy Lab at Preston Royal Infirmary and am part of a medical team saving lives.

- Nathaniel Nuttall’s Journey

Baker > GCSE Maths, English, Science and IT Qualifications at Burnley College > Preston Royal Infirmary

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