We have a range of courses starting throughout the year to suit all adult learners. Whether you are looking for a new Art and Design hobby to take up, want to gain new Digital skills, or are returning to education before studying at university-level, Barnsley College will have a course for you.
Below you will find courses that are starting in September, though we do have lots of other courses that you can begin during the year. You can view all of our part-time and adult courses here. If you can’t find something, get in contact with us and we can help advise you on your options.
Once you’re ready to apply for a course you can click ‘Apply Now’ on the course page. To find out more about the courses, fees or funding, call our friendly Information Unit on 01226 216 123. Funding may be available for these courses if you are in receipt of benefits or earn below £23,400 a year.
Want to join us, but can’t commit to studying on campus? We offer a range of courses that can be studied online and at your own pace. Take a look at the full list of courses that are available to study in the comfort of your own home.
Courses Starting in September 2024
Accounting and Bookkeeping
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| AAT Accounting Level 2 | 35 weeks | £918 (funding available) |
| AAT Accounting Level 3 | 35 weeks | £2400 (funding available) |
| AAT Accounting Level 4 | 35 weeks | £2500 (loan available) |
| AAT Bookkeeping Level 1 | 8 weeks | £225 (funding available) |
| AAT Bookkeeping Level 2 | 34 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
| AAT Bookkeeping Level 3 | £1512 | |
| Computerised Accounting (SAGE) Level 1 | 14 weeks | £225 (funding available) |
| Computerised Accounting (SAGE) Level 2 | 24 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
| Computerised SAGE Payroll Level 1 | 14 weeks | £225 (funding available) |
| Computerised SAGE Payroll Level 2 | 24 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
Art and Design
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Ceramics Tuesday Afternoon | 8 weeks | £250 |
| Ceramics Tuesday Evening | 8 weeks | £250 |
| Ceramics Wednesday Afternoon | 8 weeks | £250 |
| Ceramics Wednesday Evening | 8 weeks | £250 |
| Ceramics Thursday Afternoon | 8 weeks | £250 |
| Sewing Bee Wednesday Afternoon | 8 weeks | £185 |
| Sewing Bee Thursday Evening | 8 weeks | £185 |
| Silversmithing Tuesday Evening | 8 weeks | £230 |
| Silversmithing Wednesday Evening | 8 weeks | £230 |
| Silversmithing Thursday Evening | 8 weeks | £230 |
| Tattoo Skills Introduction | 8 weeks | £180 |
Animal Management
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Care Practical Skills Level 3 | Until June 2025 | £2170 (funding available) |
Business and Management
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Advice and Guidance NVQ Level 3 | 12 months | £724 |
| Assessing Vocational Achievement Level 3 | 12 months | £800 (funding available) |
| Business Administration Certificate Level 2 (Online) | 26 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
| Customer Service Level 2 (Online) | 30 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
| Information, Advice or Guidance Level 2 (Online) | 19 weeks | £405 (funding available) |
| Management and Leadership (CMI) Level 3 Award/Certificate/Diploma | Up to 52 weeks | Up to £724 (funding available for Diploma) |
| NEBOSH Occupational Health and Safety Level 3 | 10 weeks | £1295 |
| Team Leading Certificate Level 2 (Online) | 30 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
Catering and Hospitality
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Culinary Skills Level 2 Certificate | Until January 2025 | £186 (funding available) |
| Culinary Skills Level 2 Diploma | Until June 2025 | £894 (funding available) |
Childcare and Teacher Training
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Access to Health, Childcare and Education | 36 weeks | Free |
| Access to Higher Education: Childhood Studies | Until June 2024 | £3350 (Loan available) |
| Teaching: Award in Education and Training Level 3 | 12 weeks | £495 |
| Award in Education and Training Level 3 | Until December 2024 | £495 |
| Safeguarding and Prevent Level 2 | Until November 2024 | Free |
| Understanding Autism Level 2 | Until December 2024 | Free |
| Understanding Common Childhood Illness Level 2 | Until November 2024 | Free |
Computing, Digital and Media
Construction
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Drone Operator Licence (CAA-Approved) | 7 weeks | £750 |
| Multi-trade Level 1 | 34 weeks | £225 (funding available) |
| Parametric Modelling Level 1 | 20 weeks | £390 (funding available) |
| Understanding Domestic Retrofit Level 2 | 10 weeks | £195 (funding available) |
| Plaster Skimmer Level 2 | 4 weeks | £1265 (funding available) |
Engineering
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 18th Edition Wiring Regulations 2382-22 (Online) | Up to 12 months | £160 |
| Automotive Refrigerant Handling Level 3 | 3 days | £600 |
| Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness Level 1 | 2 weeks | £150 |
| Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Level 2 | 6 weeks | £385 |
English and Maths including ESOL
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages | Up to one year | £225 (funding available) |
| English Functional Skills | Up to one year | Free (if eligible) |
| Maths Functional Skills | Up to one year | Free (if eligible) |
| English GCSE | Up to one year | Free (if eligible) |
| Maths GCSE | Up to one year | Free (if eligible) |
| Core Maths Level 3 | Up to one year | Free (if eligible) |
Foundation Learning
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| EmpowerED | Varies | Free |
Hair and Beauty
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Barbering Level 2 | 33 weeks | £1035 (funding available) |
| Beauty Specialist Techniques Level 2 | 33 weeks | £750 (funding available) |
| Classic Lashes CPD Certificate | 2 sessions | £150 |
| Hairdressing Techniques (Cutting and Styling) Level 2 | 26 weeks | £525 (funding available) |
| Hairdressing Level 3 | 33 weeks | £3000 (funding available) |
| Hairdressing Refresher | Varies | Price on application |
| Nails: Applying Gel Nail Product CPD Certificate | 1 day | £50 |
| Nail Technology Level 2 | 27 weeks | £486 (funding available) |
| Nail Technology Level 3 | 35 weeks | £2000 (funding available) |
Health and Social Care
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Access to Higher Education: Health and Social Care Professions Level 3 (Full-time) | 1 year | £3384 (loan available) |
| Access to Higher Education: Health and Social Care Professions Level 3 (Part-time) | 2 years | £1675 per year (loan available) |
| GCSE Biology | 1 year | £400 (funding available) |
| Counselling Skills Level 2 Daytime | 10 weeks | £400 (funding available) |
| Counselling Skills Level 2 Evening | 10 weeks | £400 (funding available) |
| Counselling Skills Level 3 | 1 year | £2225 (funding available) |
| Pre-Access to Health, Childcare and Education Level 2 | 36 weeks | Free |
Public Services
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Access to Higher Education: Criminal Justice and Policing Studies Level 3 (Full-time) | 1 year | £3020 (loan available) |
| Access to Higher Education: Criminal Justice and Policing Studies Level 3 (Part-time) | 2 years | £3020 (loan available) |
| Access to Higher Education: Criminal Justice and Policing Studies Level 3 (Online) | 1 year (full-time) 2 years (part-time) | £3020 (loan available) |
Sport
| Course Title | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Gym Instructing and Personal Training Level 3 | 24 weeks | £1900 |
| Mental Health First Aid and Advocacy in the Workplace Level 2 (Online) | 12 weeks | Free (if eligible) |
| Nutrition and Health Level 2 | 12 weeks | TBC |
| Sports Massage Level 3 | 14 weeks | £1900 |
Last updated: 20th August 2024