We have a range of courses starting in January 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.
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 £21,255 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 now
Some of our courses take learners throughout the year and have no set start date. Click the title of a course to find out more information and to apply.
Business and Management
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
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Accounting (SAGE) Level 1 | 10 weeks | £225 (funding available) |
Accounting (SAGE) Level 2 | 10 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
SAGE Payroll Level 1 | 10 weeks | £225 (funding available) |
SAGE Payroll Level 2 | 10 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
Lean Organisation Management Techniques Level 2 | 16 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
Business Administration Certificate Level 2 | 26 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
Employability Skills Level 1 | 8 weeks | £150 (funding available) |
Information, Advice or Guidance Level 2 | 12 weeks | £405 (funding available) |
Customer Service Level 1 Award (Online) | 6 weeks | £150 (funding available) |
Customer Service Level 2 (Online) | 36 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
Customer Service Level 3 (Online) | 26 weeks | £1265 |
Team Leading Certificate Level 2 (Online) | 26 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
NEBOSH Health and Safety | 10 weeks | £1265 |
Construction and Engineering
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
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Green Skills and Sustainability (Online) | Multiple courses | Funding Available |
18h Edition Wiring Regulations (Online) | Up to 12 months | £160 |
Automotive Refrigerant Handling Level 3 | Three days | £200 |
Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness Level 1 | Two evenings | £150 |
Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Level 2 | Six evenings | £385 |
English and Maths
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
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English and Maths Functional Skills/GCSE | Up to 12 months | Free if meeting criteria |
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) | Up to 12 months | £225 (funding available) |
Sport
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
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Nutrition and Health Level 2 Certificate (Online) | 6 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
January and February 2024 Courses
Art and Design
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
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Ceramics Tuesday Day | 8 weeks | £225 |
Ceramics Tuesday Evening (Feb start) | 8 weeks | £225 |
Ceramics Wednesday Afternoon (Feb start) | 8 weeks | £225 |
Ceramics Wednesday Evening (Feb start) | 8 weeks | £225 |
Ceramics Thursday Afternoon | 8 weeks | £225 |
Crochet | 8 weeks | £175 |
Printmaking | 8 weeks | £200 |
Sewing Bee Wednesday | 10 weeks | £175 |
Sewing Bee Thursday | 10 weeks | £175 |
Silversmithing Monday Evening | 8 weeks | £215 |
Silversmithing Tuesday Evening | 8 weeks | £215 |
Silversmithing Wednesday Evening | 8 weeks | £215 |
Business and Management
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
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AAT Accounting Level 4 | 18 months | £2573 |
AAT Bookkeeping Level 1 | 6 weeks | £225 (funding available) |
AAT Bookkeeping Level 2 | TBC | £362 (funding available) |
AAT Bookkeeping Level 3 | TBC | £1265 |
Assessing Vocational Achievement Level 3 | 2 years | £800 (funding available) |
Advice and Guidance NVQ Level 3 Work-based | 12-18 months | £724 |
Advice and Guidance NVQ Level 4 Work-based | 12-18 months | £1395 |
Career Information and Advice Level 4 Work-based | 12-18 months | £1395 |
Careers Guidance and Development NVQ Level 6 Work-based | 18-24 months | £2195 |
Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment | Up to 12 months | £900 |
Business Administration Award/Cert/Diploma Level 4 | 12 months | Up to £2495 |
Management and Leadership Level 5 CMI | Up to 24 months | Dependent on qualification |
Catering and Hospitality
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
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Culinary Skills Level 1 | 16 weeks | £292 (funding available) |
Culinary Skills Level 2 | 16 weeks | £150 (funding available) |
Allergy Awareness Level 2 | 10 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
Childcare and Teacher Training
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
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Adverse Childhood Experiences Level 2 | 10 weeks | £400 (funding available) |
Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health Level 2 | 10 weeks | £405 (funding available) |
Computing, Digital and Media
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
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Cybersecurity Level 1 (Online) | 10 weeks | £150 (funding available) |
Cybersecurity Level 2 | 10 weeks | £150 (funding available) |
Digital Marketing Level 2 | 6 weeks | £75 (funding available) |
Digital Marketing Level 2 (Online) | 10 weeks | £362 (funding available) |
IT User Skills/Essential Digital Skills (Online) | 6-10 weeks | £150 (funding available) |
Programming Level 1 (Online) | 10 weeks | £150 (funding available) |
Web Design Level 1 Award | 10 weeks | £150 (funding available) |
Digital and Creative Industries Level 2 | 10 weeks | Funding available |
Photography for Beginners | 10 weeks | £180 |
Photography Intermediate | 10 weeks | £200 |
Construction
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
---|---|---|
Drone Operator Licence | 14 weeks | £TBC |
Hair and Beauty
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
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Barbering Level 3 | 6 months | £1645 |
Health and Social Care
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
---|---|---|
Counselling Skills Level 2 Daytime | 10 weeks | £400 |
Counselling Skills Level 2 Evening | 10 weeks | £400 |
Music
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
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Choir | 10 weeks | £30 |
Sport
Course Title | Duration | Fee |
---|---|---|
Kinesiology Taping Level 3 | 2 evenings | £120 |
Myofascial Dry Cupping | 2 evenings | £150 |
Last updated: 23rd November 2023