Adult learning
Adult Education providers in Devon offer a wide range of courses where you can meet other people, learn new skills and improve your opportunities. There are a range of courses available across the county, covering subjects such as English, maths, digital skills, languages, English for speakers of other languages (ESOL), arts, crafts and more. Many adult education providers also offer qualification courses for those looking to improve their employment prospects.
Adult Education providers may offer support for individuals with additional learning needs. Courses are also available for adults with learning disabilities, with some education providers offering courses on preparing to live independently, developing confidence and skills, and support moving into work.
Some courses may lead to an accreditation or qualification.
Some of Devon’s Adult Education providers include:
Adult Education – Higher Education
For adults considering Higher Education, Devon has excellent Higher Education provision offering Access to Higher Education Diplomas, Higher Technical Qualifications, Foundation Degrees, Degree Apprenticeships, Undergraduate Degrees and Post Graduate qualifications.
Adult education projects
Adult education courses, programmes and training from economy, enterprise and skills.
National Retraining Scheme
Was a pilot to help prepare adults for future changes to the economy, including those brought about by automation, and helping them retrain into better jobs.Hidden Talent
Worked with businesses in Devon to improve access to higher education and unlock unrealised potential.Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps
Skills Bootcamps are free*, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and fast-track to an interview with an employer.