Adult learning in Salford
Adult learning in Salford can offer a wealth of opportunities for residents to develop new skills, gain qualifications, and explore personal interests.
Whether you're looking to start a new career, enhance your digital skills, or engage in community-based learning, there are providers and programmes designed to meet your needs. From fully-funded courses and pre-employment training to online learning and creative workshops, Salford has something for everyone.
Adult learning providers in Salford
Salford City College Group
The largest provider in Salford, the college offer a range of adult courses starting from entry level. Whether you’re looking to upskill or start something completely new, their courses cater to a variety of interests and career paths. Explore their courses here or for admissions support, call 0161 631 5050.
The Growth Company
The Growth Company provides a variety of fully-funded (eligibility dependent) adult courses for learners aged 19 and over. Programmes range from 12 months to three years, covering skills for career development. Find out more here.
The Broughton Trust
The Broughton Trust supports individuals from diverse backgrounds through short courses and community engagement sessions. Their Look Good Feel Good programme helps learners build confidence, improve skills in English, maths, and IT, and explore healthy living.
Learn about their courses or contact the learning team on 0161 891 9807.
Corinth Training
Corinth Training offers fully funded digital skills training across Salford, helping residents improve their tech confidence and employability. View their latest timetable on their website.
Specialised learning opportunities
The Angel Centre
The Angel Centre offers free, fun, and engaging courses in addition to counselling, diet and nutrition support, and stop-smoking services. You can also volunteer in their shop or café. Email hello@socialadventures.org.uk or see their course overview.
Back2Work Training
Back2Work Training specialises in pre-employment training, collaborating with employers and Job Centres to support job seekers. Explore their services here.
Salford Loaves and Fishes
From beginner to advanced levels, Salford Loaves and Fishes provide digital courses tailored to every learner's needs. Visit their website here.
Online learning options
FutureLearn
Learn online with world-class universities and industry experts. FutureLearn offers flexible, free courses that suit your schedule. Start learning here.
The Open University
Explore thousands of free online courses ranging from one to 100 hours. Learn at your own pace on topics that interest you. Browse Open University courses here.
Employ GM
Looking for something specific? The Employ GM website helps you search for courses near you. Search courses here.