PLACES are available at hundreds of adult learning classes at community venues in coming months.

Durham County Council’s Adult Learning and Skills Service is offering places on a variety of programmes and subjects with differing levels of potential attainment.

Classes include maths and English up to GCSE equivalent, computer and technology courses and vocational qualifications in subjects from childcare, to health and social care, plus business and administration.

The service also offers apprenticeships at intermediate and advanced level in a wide range of employment-related areas, including business administration, information technology, supporting teaching and learning in schools and customer service.

Colin Ellison, adult learning and skills service learning delivery and curriculum manager, said: “Our courses are very popular with a wide range of people, from learners who are looking to gain extra qualifications, to those who are simply looking for a new pastime or the chance to make new friends.

“In fact, a recent survey of our learners found that 98-per cent would recommend the service to their friends and family.

“Our apprenticeships were given an ‘outstanding’ rating by Ofsted, with the service overall being rated as ‘good’.”

The Autumn Learning Guide is available to download at www.durham.gov.uk/adultlearning or a copy can be picked up at local libraries and customer access points.

Further information on courses and how to enrol are available via the Adult Learning and Skills Service, by email to alss@durham.gov.uk, or by ringing (03000) 266115.