Employment and skills

Hampshire Learns

This is run by Hampshire County Council. Its Adult Community Learning courses are free for Hampshire residents aged 19 and over, who meet one or more of the following characteristics:

• without a full Level 2 (in the UK, Level 2 qualifications are typically awarded to students who have completed their GCSEs or equivalent qualifications)
• in receipt of Income Support or Universal Credit
• families with school age children in receipt of free school meals
• having a learning difficulty and/or disability
• who are at risk of/have mental health needs

How do I apply for a Hampshire Learns course?

Applying for all courses is quick and simple via the online forms. For more information about the courses, visit the Hampshire Learns website 

Skills Training into employment

Hampshire County Council run Skills Bootcamps to support people to stay in work and develop new skills. You can find a list of courses currently running by visiting Hampshire's Skills for Life webpage

Online Learning and Digital Resources

There is  a wide range of online resources to help you improve your skills.

Barclays LifeSkills

Barclays have created free employability and financial capability programmes that you can access remotely. To find out more visit the Barclays Life Skills website.

GCF Learn Free

In the current climate many people are using social media for business in a way they haven't needed to before. You may be asked to link up with colleagues or recruitment companies using Zoom or Skype for online meetings and interviews. For information and advice on how to set up these apps and many others, visit the GCF Learn Free website.

Good Things Foundation

You can find more advice at Good Foundation's Digital Inclusion Services set up to help everyone benefit from digital services.

Learn My Way

Learn My Way has a range of free courses for you to learn digital skills to stay safe and connected. For more information, visit the Learn My Way website.