Basic Skills Courses
We offer a range of courses to equip adult learners with the basic skills needed for many job roles, from maths and English courses to entry-level IT workshops. Some of these courses could be free to you depending on your circumstances.
We can help and support you to gain qualifications in English and Maths, whatever stage you’re at. GCSEs and Skills for Life qualifications are nationally recognised and achieving them can open doors to different courses and careers.
Basic Skills Courses
- Castleford College
- Selby College
- Wakefield College
- Online Learning
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
Start Date: September or January
Functional Skills English Classes
Start Date: September 2026 or January 2027
Functional Skills Maths Classes
Start Date: September 2026 or January 2027
Start Date: September
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
Start Date: September or January
GCSE English and Functional Skills English Classes
Start Date: September 2026 or January 2027
GCSE Maths and Functional Skills Maths Classes
Start Date: September 2026 or January 2027
Functional Skills in English Online
Start Date: Available to enrol from August 2025
Advanced Learner Loans are available for 19+ year olds to help pay towards the course fees.
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Explore the different funding options available to help you through your course.
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Whether you want to know more about a particular course or have questions about applying?
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Before your course starts, you’ll need to enrol at the College where your course will be delivered.
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We do look at everyone individually with the aim to get you started at the right level for you.
Finding the right level for you
We are committed to working with all students to identify and meet their learning needs and goals.
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We have three amazing Colleges spread across the Yorkshire region all with excellent transport links.
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Visit one of our Open Events to find out more about our courses and talk to our tutors.
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