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Develop your passion

Follow your passion for artistic expression, learn a foreign language, upskill for a promotion or retrain for a new career. There has never been a better time to develop your talents with Oaklands.

Our flexible learning options mean you can study part-time, in the evenings or simply take on a short course based around your existing life commitments. We also have start dates throughout the year so there is no wrong time to apply. Search our courses now and discover how you can unlock your potential. 

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Learning for Leisure

Our part-time courses allow you to develop skills in an informal, friendly, and fun environment. Aimed at adults and the wider community, our courses can help you further your career, take up a new hobby or learn a new skill. Courses have been designed to fit around your commitments, and include languages, writing, computing, art and design, personal development, cookery, and more.

Please note we may have to amend / cancel courses if minimum enrolment thresholds are not reached.  We always endeavour to provide as much notice as possible if any changes need to be made.

ESOL

Learn to speak English at Oaklands and develop your language skills for the future. Our English Language courses are for people whose first language is not English and who wish to develop their language skills for everyday life, for work or in order to progress into education or further study.

GCSEs and Skills for Life

Helping people achieve in English and maths - Essential skills for  employment and further study opportunities.  

We offer daytime and evening English and maths courses to suit all levels at both our St Albans and Welwyn Garden City campuses. 

Free for people aged 19 or over who have not yet achieved a grade 4 in English or maths. 

Professional Development

Advance your career plans with Oaklands’ professional development, skills training, and university-level courses. Designed for flexibility and industry relevance, you'll gain practical expertise, improve performance, and achieve your goals in today’s competitive employment landscape.

Online Courses

Our variety of online courses offer flexibility for you to study where and when you want. In some cases these courses may even be free, subject to eligibility.

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Skills Bootcamps

Skills Bootcamps are fully funded short, intensive training programmes designed to quickly upskill individuals in high-demand areas, offering industry-specific skills. 

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Multiply

Free numeracy courses for eligible adults over 19, with the aim of improving confidence with numbers and career prospects.

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Access to Higher Education

Access courses are nationally recognised qualifications designed to bridge the gap between your existing education and what you need to enter Higher Education. 

If you are aged 19 or over our Access courses will provide you with the skills, confidence and knowledge you need to progress onto a degree level course.

Access HE Courses

Higher Education at Oaklands

Looking to upskill or change career? Discover a range of flexible study options at a higher level and in growth employment sectors.

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Gas and Renewables Training Centre

Oaklands has an energy centre dedicated to conducting ACS assessments for the gas, plumbing and heating trades. Stay certified and expand specialist qualifications. 

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Teacher Training

We offer individuals who are aspiring to teach or train, the opportunity to gain the relevant qualifications required for a successful career within the Learning and Skills Sector (which includes all post 16 Education, including Further Education, Adult and Community Learning, Work Based Learning and Offender Education) in England.

Work Based Learning

Courses designed around the specific requirements of individual local companies, giving you the flexibility to study and gain qualifications as you work.

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