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Your Guide to Adult Learning in Torfaen


At Torfaen Adult Community Learning we pride ourselves on delivering high quality lessons that are fun and enjoyable for our learners.

Our dedicated tutors will share their years of expertise and experience with you and inspire you to take your skills to the next level.

We offer a variety of courses at different locations and times, meaning that you can choose a course at a time and place that is convenient for you.


For more information about a course, select the course title and register your interest.

Alternatively, call 01633 647647 and a member of our team will be pleased to help.


Centre Key:  

CR = Croesyceiliog CEC, The Highway, Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran, NP44 2HF

PS = Power Station, Blenheim Road, St Dials, Cwmbran, NP44 4SY

SE = Pontypool CEC (The Settlement), Trosnant St, Pontypool, NP4 8AT


 Qualifications and Skills for Employment

Award in First Aid Essentials Level 2

This regulated and nationally recognised qualification enables learners to gain the skills and knowledge needed to administer safe, prompt, effective first aid in situations which can arise when providing care. During this one day course, learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of first aid situations, including: managing an unresponsive casualty, CPR, choking, external bleeding, shock and minor injuries.

Course TitleCodeDayTimeStart DateDurationCostVenue

Award in First Aid Essentials Level 2

FGC007

Tue

09:00

16:30

10/12/2024

1 session

£44.50

CR

Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid Level 3

This regulated and nationally recognised qualification provides learners with the opportunity to develop the basic skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of emergency paediatric first aid situations which could arise when looking after children.

Course TitleCodeDayTimeStart DateDurationCostVenue

Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid Level 3

FGC006

Thu

09:00

16:30

14/11/2024

1 session

£54.50

CR

Level 2 Award in CitizenAID

This course will prepare you to react capably in the event of a shooting, stabbing, or bomb attack.

This Level 2 Award in citizenAID™ (RQF) has been specifically developed to help members of the public/organisations who have interest or requirements in gaining these skills for use in these extreme situations.
Course TitleCodeDayTimeStart DateDurationCostVenue
Level 2 Award in CitizenAID FGC503 Fri 09:30 13:30 08/11/2024 1 session £53.25 CR
Introduction to Teaching Assistant
Introduction to Teaching Assistant SEC004 Tue 18:30 20:30 04/03/2025 8 weeks FREE CR
Introduction to Teaching Assistant SES025 Wed 09:00 11:00 05/03/2025 8 weeks FREE SE
Vocational Qualifications

CITB Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) tests

SE

To express interest or enquire further, individuals can contact the Torfaen Adult Community Learning team via phone on 01633 647647 or email at course.enq@torfaen.gov.uk 

RSPH Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment

SE

To express interest or enquire further, individuals can contact the Torfaen Adult Community Learning team via phone on 01633 647647 or email at course.enq@torfaen.gov.uk

Level 2 Award in Infection Prevention and Control for Special Procedures Practitioners

SE

To express interest or enquire further, individuals can contact the Torfaen Adult Community Learning team via phone on 01633 647647 or email at course.enq@torfaen.gov.uk

Cookery Courses

Explore different cultures and their traditional cuisine through our world cookery courses. Learn about good food choices, healthy foods and cost effective cooking. Have a go at baking your own bread and cakes, and decorating them to impress your family and friends.

 Course TitleCodeDay TimeStart DateDurationCostVenue
November 2024

Thermal Cookery

FAC113

Sat

10:30

12:30

16/11/2024

1 Session

£30.00

CR

Breadmaking

FAC050

Tue

10:30

12:30

26/11/2024

4 weeks

£40.50

CR

Traditional Food from Around the UK

FAC051

Tue

18:30

20:30

26/11/2024

4 weeks

£40.50

CR

Spanish Cuisine

FAC053

Wed

10:30

12:30

27/11/2024

4 weeks

£40.50

CR

December 2024
 
Mexican Cookery FAC052 Wed 18:30 20:30 04/12/2024 4 weeks £40.50

CR

Indian Tea and Snacks

FAC106

Th

18:00

20:30

05/12/2024

1 session

£15.63

CR

Curry Special

FAC107

Th

18:00

20:30

12/12/2024

1 session

£15.63

CR

Christmas Sweet Treats

FAC054

Sat

10:00

13:00

14/12/2024

1 session

£20.75

CR

Christmas Cupcake Wreath Decorating

FAC058

Thu

10:00

13:00

19/12/2024

1 session

£20.75

CR

January 2025

Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft

FAP006

Mon

19:00

21:00

06/01/2025

10 weeks

£86.50

PS

Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft

FAC033

Thu

10:00

12:00

09/01/2025

10 weeks

£86.50

CR

Breadmaking

FAC065

Sat

10:30

14:30

18/01/2025

1 session

£25.00

CR

February 2025

Cupcake Decorating

FAC081

Sat

10:00

13:00

15/02/2025

1 session

£18.75

CR

March 2025

How to Make Pasta

FAC084

Sat

10:30

14:30

15/03/2025

1 session

£25.00

CR

Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft

FAP007

Mon

19:00

21:00

24/03/2025

10 weeks

£86.50

PS

Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft

FAC087

Thu 10:00 12:00 27/03/2025 10 weeks £86.50 CR

 

Languages

Whether you are learning for fun or to enhance your holidays and trips abroad, we offer a range of courses for all levels.

 Course TitleCodeDayTimeStart DateDurationCostVenue
November 2024

French - Beginners

FLC006

Tue

19:00

21:00

05/11/2024

15 weeks

£130.50

CR

French - Intermediate

FLC005

Mon

19:00

21:00

04/11/2024

15 weeks

£130.50

CR

German - Beginners

FLC007

Tue

16:30

18:30

05/11/2024

15 weeks

£130.50

CR

January 2025

Spanish - Improvers Continuation

FLC013

Tue

18:30

20:30

28/01/2025

15 weeks

£130.50

CR

Spanish - Beginners Continuation FLC010 Wed 18:30 20:30 29/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
February 2025 Spanish - Intermediate Continuation FLC008 Tue 10:00 12:00 04/02/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
Spanish - Higher Intermediate Continuation FLC009 Wed 10:00 12:00 05/02/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
March 2025 French - Beginners Continuation FLC012 Tue 19:00 21:00 11/03/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
French - Intermediate Continuation FLC014 Mon 19:00 21:00 10/03/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
German - Beginners Continuation FLC011 Tue 16:30 18:30 11/03/2025 12 weeks £105.00 CR

Looking to learn Welsh? 

Coleg Gwent delivers courses in Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport and Torfaen on behalf of the National Centre for Learning Welsh.

See the Learn Welsh website.



Arts and Crafts

Discover your creative side by joining one of our arts and crafts courses. Come and experience the joy of designing, creating and making hand crafted objects for yourself or as a gift to give to your family and friends.

 Course TitleCodeDayTimeStart DateDurationCostVenue

November 2024 

Acrylic Painting Beginners

FAC042

Tue

13:00

15:00

05/11/2024

7 weeks

£66.00

CR

Willow Weaving

FAP003

Wed

10:00

12:00

06/11/2024

4 weeks

£55.00

CR

Beginners Sewing - How to Make an Apron

FAS022

Thu

12:30

16:30

07/11/2024

1 session

£17.00

SE

Wire Jewellery

FAC044

Fri

10:00

12:30

08/11/2024

6 weeks

£75.25

CR

Ceramics and Pottery Workshop

FAC046

Sat

10:00

15:00

16/11/2024

1 session

£27.25

CR

Upcycling Techniques

FAC047

Sat

10:00

14:00

16/11/2024

1 session

£27.00

CR

Woodturning - Day School

FAC048

Sat

10:00

15:00

16/11/2024

1 session

£40.35

CR

Acrylic Painting - Improvers

FAC049

Thu

10:00

12:00

21/11/2025

8 weeks

£69.50

CR

The Sewing Hub

FAS007

Thu

12:30

16:30

21/11/2024

1 session

£17.00

SE

  
December 2024   

The Sewing Hub 

FAS008

Thu

12:30

16:30

12/12/2024

1 session

£17.00

SE

Making Cute Christmas Yarn Gnomes

FAC109

Sat

13:00

15:00

14/12/2024

1 session

£13.50

CR

Christmas Presents - Pebble Art Pictures

FAC056

Sat

10:00

14:00

14/12/2024

1 session

£25.00

CR

Ceramics and Pottery Workshop

FAC055

Sat

10:00

15:00

14/12/2024

1 session

£27.25

CR

Macrame - Make a Christmas Star

FAC108

Sat

10:00

12:30

14/12/2024

1 session

£15.63

CR

Woodturning - Day School

FAC057

Sat

10:00

15:00

14/12/2024

1 session

£40.35

CR


January 2025

Woodturning

FAC061

Mon

18:30

21:00

06/01/2025

12 weeks

£171.60

CR

Woodturning FAC059 Mon 09:30 12:00 06/01/2025 12 weeks £171.60 CR
Woodturning FAC064 Tue 09:30 12:00 07/01/2025 12 weeks £171.60 CR
Woodturning FAC063 Tue 13:00 15:30 07/01/2025 12 weeks £171.60 CR
Woodturning FAC062 Tue 18:30 21:00 07/01/2025 12 weeks £171.60 CR
Woodturning FAC060 Mon 13:00 15:30 13/01/2025 12 weeks £171.60 CR
The Sewing Hub FAS009 Thu 12:30 16:30 16/01/2025 1 session £17.00 CR
Woodturning - Day School FAC067 Sat 10:00 15:00 18/01/2025 1 session £40.35 CR
Ceramics and Pottery Workshop FAC066 Sat 10:00 15:00 18/01/2025 1 session £27.25 CR
Ceramics and Pottery FAC068 Tue 13:15 15:15 21/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
Ceramics and Pottery FAC069 Tue 18:30 20:30 21/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
Ceramics and Pottery - Advanced FAC071 Wed 13:15 15:15 22/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
Ceramics and Pottery FAC070 Wed 18:30 20:30 22/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
Silver and Copper Jewellery FAC074 Wed 19:00 21:00 22/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
Ceramics and Pottery FAC069 Thu 19:00 21:00 23/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
Sewing for All FAC078 Thu 18:30 20:30 23/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
Dressmaking for Improvers FAS011 Mon 19:00 21:00 27/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 SE
Dressmaking - Advanced Skills FAS012 Tue 19:00 21:00 28/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 SE
Dressmaking for Improvers FAS010 Wed 19:00 21:00 29/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 SE
Dressmaking - Advanced Skills FAC082 Wed 10:00 12:00 29/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CE
Sewing - Make your Own Clothes FAC073 Wed 12:30 14:30 29/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
Beginners Sewing Workshop FAS013 Thu 12:30 16:30 30/01/2025 1 session £22.00 SE
February 2025 The Sewing Hub FAS014 Thu 12:30 16:30 13/02/2025 1 session £17.00 SE
Ceramics and Pottery Workshop FAC110 Sat 10:00 15:00 15/02/2025 1 session £27.25 CR
Woodturning - Day School FAC083 Sat 10:00 15:00 15/02/2025 1 session £40.35 CR
March 2025 The Sewing Hub FAS015 Thu 12:30 16:30 13/03/2025 1 session £17.00 SE
Ceramics and Pottery Workshop FAC085 Sat 10:00 15:00 15/03/2025 1 session £27.25 CR
Woodturning - Day School FAC086 Sat 10:00 15:00 15/03/2025 1 session £40.35 CR

 

General Education

Take a look at some of the interesting general education courses on offer and learn something new.

 Course TitleCodeDayTimeStart DateDurationCostVenue
November 2024

7 Wonders of the Ancient World

FGC004

Mon

18:30

20:30

04/11/2024

7 weeks

£61.00

CR

An Introduction to Aromatherapy FGC016 Tue 18:30 20:30 05/11/2024 4 sessions £37.50 CR
Photography Using Smart Devices FAP007 Wed 18:30 20:30 13/11/2024 6 sessions £52.50 PS
Adult Basic Life Support and use of an AED DGP003 Fri 13:00 15:00 22/11/2024 1 session FREE PS

Paediatric Basic Life Support and use of an AED

DGP005

Fri

10:00

12:00

22/11/2024

1 Session

FREE

PS

January 2025

Guitars - Beginners Continuation

FAC076

Wed

16:30

18:30

22/01/2025

15 weeks

£130.50

CR

Guitars - Intermediate Continuation FAC075 Wed 19:00 21:00 22/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
Guitars - Moving On Continuation FAC080 Thu 16:30 18:30 23/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR
Guitars - Improvers Continuation FAC079 Thu 19:00 21:00 23/01/2025 15 weeks £130.50 CR

 Multiply

Our free Multiply courses are for anyone living in Torfaen County Borough over the age of 19, and do not already have a GCSE at grade C, or equivalent, in Maths. If you already have your GCSE Maths, don’t worry, contact us for more information.

If you are looking to boost your confidence in numeracy in your home or work life, the Torfaen Multiply team is here to help.

This project is funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

 Course Title                                  CodeDayTimeStart DateDurationCostVenue
September 2024

Wellbeing Bench Project

MMA018

Wed 13:30 15:30 25/09/2024 5 Sessions FREE Coedwedd Community Hub
October 2024           

The Multiply Kitchen Academy: Cooking on a Budget Family Club

MMA004

Thu 15:30 17:00 03/10/2024 4 Sessions FREE Llantarnam Community Primary School, NP44 3XB

CAP - Life Skills @ Hill City Church

MMA019

Mon 13:30 15:00 07/10/2024 6 Sessions FREE Hill City Church, Freeholdland Road, Pontnewynydd, Pontypool NP4 8PA

Portions and Pasta

MMA020

Wed 12:30 15:00 09/10/2024 4 Sessions FREE Thornhill Community Centre

The Multiply Kitchen Academy: After School Club

MMC005

Tues 16:00 17:45 15/10/2024 4 Sessions FREE Croesyceiliog CEC, The Highway, Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran, NP44 2HF

The Multiply Kitchen Academy: Budget Cooking

MMA009

Thu 11:00 13:30 17/10/2024 5 Sessions FREE Garndiffaith Millenium Hall

Creepy Cupcakes

MMC007

Thu 10:00 12:00 31/10/2024 1 session FREE Croesyceiliog CEC, The Highway, Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran, NP44 2HF

Hocus Pocus Pizzas

MMC006

Thu 13:00 15:00 31/10/2024 1 session FREE Croesyceiliog CEC, The Highway, Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran, NP44 2HF
November 2024 The Multiply Kitchen Academy: Budget Cooking MMA010 Wed 11:00 13:30 06/11/2024 5 Sessions FREE The Pantry, Circulate, Blaenavon NP4 9RL
Zero Waste with Multiply MMA022 Thu 15:30 17:30 07/11/2024 3 Sessions FREE Zero Waste Torfaen, Cwmbran
Maths for Parents Plus - Shapes MMA028 Wed 13:00 15:00 13/11/2024 5 Sessions FREE Coed Eva Community Primary School
The Multiply Kitchen Academy: Budget Cooking MMA021 Tue 10:00 12:30 19/11/2024 4 Sessions FREE Forgehammer CIC, Greenhill Rd, Cwmbran, NP44 3DQ

 

Last Modified: 01/11/2024
For more information contact:

Torfaen Adult Community Learning

Tel: 01633 647647 | Email: power.station@torfaen.gov.uk

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