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Connect with Your Community - South Asian Cooking (Next Step)

Explore the food of a culture different to your own, and how it can help you connect with your community.

This course is now full.

You can use our enquiry form to register on our waiting list or request more information.

Please make the Learner Support Team aware of any dietary needs prior to the course start date.

Get a hands-on introduction to South Asian cooking. The focus of this course is to build your confidence in the kitchen and strengthen community ties.

While learning about the cultural stories and customs behind them, explore a range of traditional dishes from:

  • flavourful curries and spiced rice;
  • to street food snacks and celebration sweets.

You will:

  • Builds practical cooking skills and confidence by learning traditional dishes from Pakistani, Indian, Bangladeshi and Gujarati cuisines.
  • Increase your independence through hands-on learning in meal preparation, spice use and kitchen safety.
  • Start living healthier by exploring nutritious recipes and alternative ingredients.
  • Share recipes and cultural traditions with other learners in an inclusive environment.
  • Strengthen communication and teamwork skills through collaborative cooking tasks and group discussions.
  • Reduce any feelings of isolation by meeting new people and exploring shared cultural experiences, building friendships and social confidence.
  • Take ownership of your learning through a final week cook-off, encouraging pride, creativity and celebration.
  • Gain the foundation skills and knowledge needed for volunteering or community participation through increased skills, confidence, and cultural exchange.

Course level

Next Step

Take your learning and confidence to the next stage.

  • Delve deeper into the skills and techniques you explored in the First Step course.
  • Learn more about applying your skills further and delve deeper into the subject.
  • Make informed decisions about your own progression.

For learners who have completed the First Step course.

Who this course is for

  • Residents of Calderdale aged 19 plus;
  • who want to strengthen their role within their local community while they learn and explore new skills.

What you need to bring

You will use Google Classroom throughout your course to:

  • view work from your lessons;
  • receive messages from your tutor;
  • and access online resources.

You can get this on your smartphone, tablet or laptop/computer.

Your tutor will support you to log-in during your first lesson.

The Learner Support team is always on hand to help with any issues.

Developing stronger communities

Course information

Start date: 16th December 2025.
Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm.
Day: Tuesday.
Venue: Heath Campus.

Course length: 12 weeks.
Course code: EN00238.
Course level: Next Step.

Fees

Full fee: £144.
Fee waiver available: Yes.
Additional costs: No.

Additional information

Learning delivery method

We have the skills, resources and dedication to help you access the learning you need to enrich your life.

Your course will be delivered by a highly qualified, experienced and knowledgeable tutor via:

  • The classroom, face-to-face teaching at Heath Campus or other venues in Calderdale.
  • Also, Google Classroom will be used to access:
    • electronic learning resources;
    • coursework set by your tutor;
    • collaborative work;
    • and online sessions, if needed.

What we expect from you

You must do various learning activities so we can make sure you are making the expected progress. This is because:

  • your course is funded in full or part by the Government via the West Yorkshire Combined Authority;
  • and all Calderdale Adult Learning (CAL) learning is subject to Ofsted inspection.

You may need to do extra work outside of session times to extend your learning or comprehension, where needed. Also, you are expected to be:

  • punctual;
  • attend regularly;
  • and show commitment to achieve successful completion of the course.

Important: You may lose your place, if:

  • your attendance drops below 88%;
  • or you do not attend three classes in a row and have not informed CAL.

How you will know if you are making progress

An Initial Assessment activity at the start of the course will enable your tutor to assess your starting point.

  • For non-accredited learning this will be completed using a set tutor assessment relevant to the subject area.
  • For accredited courses this requires learners to complete an assessment on the BKSB learning platform.

In every class we acknowledge and accommodate for different levels of skill and experience. This is so learners will be encouraged to identify and work on their own areas for improvement.

You will have a 'Learner Journey' with your tutor. Here, you will set the learning targets that you want to meet.

During the course, you will have the chance to:

  • discuss your progress with your tutor;
  • complete regular assessments;
  • and be given feedback, both verbal and written, on work that you produce.

Support for your progression and next steps

Please refer to:

  • the advice given to you by your course tutor towards the end of your course;
  • or speak to CAL's IAG Officer for information on how you can progress.

For our latest courses, see: Adult Learning.

If you need support in literacy, numeracy, IT or employability skills, please speak to your tutor in the first instance.

Information, advice and guidance

CAL Service has been awarded the matrix Standard, the national quality standard for organisations delivering IAG on learning and work.

We aim to help learners progress through their chosen course of study. Tutors, learning support staff and our IAG Officer can help you decide if a course is right for you. If it is not, we will aim to put you in touch with another provider.

For more detailed and specific careers advice, we work in partnership with the Education Development Trust.

You can also contact the National Careers Service on 0800 100 900. Their website is also an excellent source of information on careers, finding a job, courses and learning: National Careers Service.

Contact us

Calderdale Adult Learning:

Address:

  • Heath Campus, Unit 4, Free School Lane, Halifax. HX1 2PS.

Phone:

Email:

Office hours:

  • Monday to Thursday from 9am to 4pm.
  • Fridays from 9am to 1pm.

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