Engage courses are for anyone over 19 years who is out of work or in casual work and claims benefits.
You can access the courses for free if you receive any of the below benefits:
- JSA/ESA.
- Universal Credit.
- Income Support.
- Housing Benefit.
- Working Tax Credit.
- Council Tax Benefit.
- Pension Credit Guarantee.
You are also eligible if:
- You receive low wage (annual salary less than £25,000).
- You are an asylum seeker.
- You are a disadvantaged/vulnerable adult.
Courses are a first step to learning. So do not worry if you have not been in education, employment or training for a number of years. Perhaps you have been busy with home life. We understand how daunting returning to this environment can be. Our tutors are welcoming and friendly and you will get individual advice and support every step of the way.
You will also get advice about the next steps you would like to take. This could be seeking work, being a volunteer or further learning and other well-being opportunities.
As the weeks progress, you will feel more positive and more confident. You will be ready to unlock your potential to move forward in life.
Course information
Our six-week courses are just two hours a week and are free for eligible learners. You will get individual help and support to make real progress in your skills, confidence, health and well-being.
Venues have been chosen to be easy for you to get to, delivered in the heart of your community.
The Engage courses are open to all, allowing you to attend one course under Health, Wellbeing and Creative Skills, and one course under Skills for Success. Following attendance on the courses, you will be advised of your next steps.
Health, Wellbeing and Creative Skills
You can only enrol on one of these courses.
| Course | Day and start date | Time | Venue | How to enrol |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creative Skills Discover how painting and drawing skills can help mindfulness. |
Thursdays 5th February to 27th March 2025 |
9.30am to 11.30am | Heath Campus | Enquire |
| Mind-Body Exercises Discover Pilates, Yoga, and Tai-Chi. |
Mondays 3rd March to 31st March 2025 |
9.30am to 11.30am | Heath Campus | Enquire |
| Mind-Body Exercises Discover Pilates, Yoga, and Tai-Chi. |
Mondays 3rd March to 31st March 2025 |
1pm to 3pm | Elland Community Hub | Enquire |
| Creative Skills Discover how painting and drawing skills can help mindfulness. |
Tuesdays 4th March to 1st April 2025 |
9.30am to 12noon | King's Centre | Enquire |
| Digital Creative Skills Get creative with AI (Artificial Intelligence). |
Tuesdays 4th March to 1st April 2025 |
6pm to 8.30pm | Heath Campus | Enquire |
| Creative Skills Discover how painting and drawing skills can help mindfulness. |
Mondays Dates to be confirmed |
9.30am to 12noon | Illingworth Moor Methodist Church | Enquire |
Skills for Success
You can only enrol on one of these courses.
| Course | Day and start time | Time | Venue | How to enrol |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intro to a Caring Career Learn essential skills for a career in care |
Fridays 31st January to 7th March 2025 |
9.30am to 12noon | Calderdale Voluntary and Community | Enquire |
| IT Skills - Getting Wordy Learn to type and format documents in Word |
Wednesdays 26th February to 2nd April 2025 |
9.30am to 11.30am | Todmorden College | Enquire |
| Intro to Microsoft Learn the basics of Word, Excel and PowerPoint |
Tuesdays 22nd April to 4th May 2025 |
6pm to 8.30pm | Heath Campus | Enquire |
| Intro to Excel Get to grips with spreadsheets and Excel |
Tuesdays 3rd June to 8th July 2025 |
6pm to 8.30pm | Heath Campus | Enquire |
| Intro to Childcare Learn essential skills for a career in childcare |
Thursdays Dates to be confirmed |
9.30am to 11.30am | The Space @ Field Lane | Enquire |
| Step into Career Confidence Identify your strengths and develop employability skills |
Tuesdays Dates to be confirmed |
1pm to 3pm | King Cross Library | Enquire |
| Skills for Success Find out what you’re good at and build confidence |
Mondays Dates to be confirmed |
1.15pm to 3.15pm | Illingworth Moor Methodist Church | Enquire |
Contact us
Get in touch with us to enrol, for more details or if you have any questions:
- Phone: (01422) 392820.
- Email cyps.cal@calderdale.gov.uk.