Courses

Creative and Practical Skills

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Our creative and practical courses are a great way to learn new skills and develop your talents. They could also be the first step towards work in a creative field.

Advanced Garment Construction – Draft, Cut & Construct Your Own Size Lined Coat

Using your own existing bodice and skirt blocks, draft a coat block, adapt to a coat design & pattern, then construct and finish the garment to a professional standard.

course code
CPSAUDC2504
Availability

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.

Start
19 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Fri 09:30-16:00

where
Durham Road Community Rooms  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.


Beginners and Improvers Embroidery

Community-based embroidery class. Learn new techniques and work on your own projects.

course code
CPSAUVI2516
Availability

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.

Start
24 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
10 weeks
Times
Wed 10:00-13:00

where
Vibast Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.


Beginners Sewing and Garment Construction

Learn how to use the sewing machine with confidence, draft a pattern for a skirt using your own measurement, cut the pattern from a fabric and then finish the garment.

course code
CPSAUDC2507
Availability
This course is full, but you can apply to join the queue for a place if one becomes available on this or a similar course.
Start
16 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Tue 09:30-13:00

where
Durham Road Community Rooms  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

begin application

DIY for Women - Drills

Understand how to use battery drills safely. Learn how to fix items to different wall surfaces using correct fittings.

course code
CPSAUTF2523
Availability

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.

Start
26 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Fri 10:00-13:00

where
The Training Facility  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.


DIY for Women - Electrics

Understand all the switches in your Consumer unit (fuse box) and how you can test for common problems, how to keep your electrics safe in your home, simple wiring techniques.

course code
CPSAUTF2524
Availability

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.

Start
13 Nov 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Thu 10:00-13:00

where
The Training Facility  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.


DIY for Women - Plumbing

Use valves to turn water off in emergencies. Leaks , tap washers and WC problems.

course code
CPSAUTF2525
Availability

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.

Start
03 Dec 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Wed 10:00-13:00

where
The Training Facility  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.


Festive Garlands

A workshop for adults. You will learn how to: Make birdfeeders, Christmas Wreaths, decorations and other seasonal goodies.

course code
CPSAUVI2526
Availability
This course is full, but you can apply to join the queue for a place if one becomes available on this or a similar course.
Start
12 Dec 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Fri 10:30-12:30

where
Vibast Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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Improvers Sewing and Garment Construction

Learn how to draft a made-to-measure bodice, dress or trouser using your own measurements. Finish the garment to a professional standard.

course code
CPSAUHN2510
Availability
This course is full, but you can apply to join the queue for a place if one becomes available on this or a similar course.
Start
15 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Mon 10:00-13:30

where
Holloway Neighbourhood Group  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

begin application

Lingerie Pattern Cutting and Sewing ONLINE

This course combines sewing and design techniques to give learners a thorough introduction to designing and producing their own clothes to a high standard and more.

course code
CPSAUOL2513
Availability

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.

Start
19 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Fri 14:00-17:00

where
Online 
fees

free 

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.


Online/Digital Safety, Wellbeing & Resilience workshop

A Two-hour workshop to learn how to stay safe on the internet. This session includes easy-to-understand presentations, group discussions, and practical tips to help you use the internet safely.

course code
CPSAUIC2527
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
29 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Mon 13:30-15:30

where
Islington Computer Skills Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

enrol here
course code
CPSAUIC2528
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
03 Nov 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Mon 10:00-12:00

where
Islington Computer Skills Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

enrol here
course code
CPSAUIC2529
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
01 Dec 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Mon 10:00-12:00

where
Islington Computer Skills Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

enrol here