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 | Dates | Day and time | Venue | How to enrol |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creative and Wellbeing Skills - Arts and Crafts | 5th June to 10th July 2025 | Thursdays 9.30am to 11.30am | Kevin Pearce Family Hub | Enquire |
| Creative and Wellbeing Skills - Arts and Crafts | 24th April to 22nd May 2025 | Thursdays 9.00am to 11.30am | Heath Campus | Enquire |
Skills for Success
You can only enrol on one of these courses.
| Course | Dates | Day and time | Venue | How to enrol |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT - Getting Wordy | 19th March to 7th May 2025 | Wednesdays 9.30am to 11.30am | Todmorden College | Enquire |
| IT - Intro to Microsoft Packages | 22nd April to 20th May 2025 | Tuesdays 6pm to 8.30pm | Heath Campus | Enquire |
| Skills for Success Step into career confidence | 29th April to 10th June 2025 | Tuesdays 9.30am to 11.30am | Ash Green Family Hub | Enquire |
| IT - Microsoft Excel | 3rd June to 8th July 2025 | Tuesdays 6pm to 8pm | Heath Campus | 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.