Free Maths and English courses for adults have been announced by Worcestershire County Council.
The county council’s Adult Learning Worcestershire service have launched the new courses, aimed at people aged over 19, with weekly sessions beginning in September.
The comprehensive range of courses include Maths Functional Skills, Maths GCSE, English Functional Skills, and English GCSE with courses taking place at easily accessible venues across the county as well as online.
Anna Lee, Learning Services Manager for Worcestershire County Council, said: “We are delighted to offer these courses to Worcestershire adults.
With our diverse learning opportunities, people can develop essential skills to enrich their lives and enhance their job prospects.
“These courses can open the door to more learning opportunities such as art, digital skills, health, wellbeing courses, as well as courses aimed at displaced people who have made Worcestershire their home.
“We also have a whole host of other courses on offer.
“Alongside our Young Adult provision of study programmes and traineeships, we are proud to be able to offer learning opportunities to everyone aged over 16 in the county.
“Education is a lifelong journey, and our courses cater to the learning needs of the local community and empower people to improve their essential skills and offer the chance to chart a path to success.”
Worcestershire County Councillor Marc Bayliss, Cabinet Member for Economy, Infrastructure, and Skills said: “We recognize the value of education in empowering individuals and fostering a thriving economy.
“I encourage all eligible residents to take advantage of these opportunities and unlock their full potential.”
Anyone interested can sign up via www.worcestershire.gov.uk/courses or by calling 01905 728537.
