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Adult Courses for 19+

​Bradford College offers a diverse selection of adult courses designed to enhance skills, facilitate career changes, or pursue personal interests. Here is an overview of our adult courses:​

Bradford College offers a diverse range of adult courses designed to help learners upskill, retrain, or pursue a new career path. These courses cater to various interests and industries, including Health and Social Care, Business Administration, Construction, Hair and Beauty, Digital Skills, and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). The curriculum is tailored to meet the demands of today’s job market while supporting learners at all levels, from introductory to advanced. Courses are available both full-time and part-time, with flexible learning options to suit those balancing work or family provides hands-on learning opportunities, industry-relevant content, and strong progression routes into employment or further education.

Whether you’re looking to gain formal qualifications, improve essential skills like English and Maths, or explore a new vocational area, Bradford College’s adult education offer is designed to help you achieve your goals.

Many courses at Bradford College may be fully or partially funded through government schemes. The Adult Skills Fund (ASF) can cover tuition for eligible learners, particularly those studying their first Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, or looking to improve English, Maths, and digital skills. Learners aged 19+ may also be eligible for Advanced Learner Loans to cover tuition fees for Level 3 and above. Depending on individual circumstances—such as income, employment status, or receiving certain benefits—additional financial support may be available to help with travel, childcare, or course materials. Bradford College also provides guidance on applying for funding and can help determine which options best suit your situation.

Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)

Early Years & Childcare Adult

Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)

Duration15 Months
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Teaching Assistant

Early Years & Childcare Health & Social Care Adult

Teaching Assistant

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Teaching Assistant

Early Years & Childcare Health & Social Care Adult

Teaching Assistant

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Plumbing (Adults)

Construction Adult

Plumbing (Adults)

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Plumbing Studies (Adults)

Construction Adult

Plumbing Studies (Adults)

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Plumbing (Adults)

Construction Adult

Plumbing (Adults)

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Diploma in Electrical Installation

Construction Adult

Diploma in Electrical Installation

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Welding

Engineering Adult

Welding

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Welding

Engineering Adult

Welding

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Motor Vehicle (Adults)

Automotive & Motor Vehicle Adult

Motor Vehicle (Adults)

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Component Removal and Replacement in Electric and Hybrid Vehicles (Adults)

Automotive & Motor Vehicle Adult

Component Removal and Replacement in Electric and Hybrid Vehicles (Adults)

Duration3 Days
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025 (+ more)
Diagnosis and Rectification of Faults in Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

Automotive & Motor Vehicle Adult

Diagnosis and Rectification of Faults in Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

Duration3 Days
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025 (+ more)
Science for Adults

Science Adult

Science for Adults

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Science for Adults

Science Adult

Science for Adults

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModeFull-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Access to Higher Education – Allied Health Professions

Health & Social Care Access to Higher Education

Access to Higher Education – Allied Health Professions

Duration1 Year
Study ModeFull-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Access to Higher Education – Health & Social Care

Health & Social Care Access to Higher Education

Access to Higher Education – Health & Social Care

Duration1 Year
Study ModeFull-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Access to Higher Education – Nursing & Midwifery

Health & Social Care Science Access to Higher Education

Access to Higher Education – Nursing & Midwifery

Duration1 Year
Study ModeFull-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Access to Higher Education – Social Sciences

Science Access to Higher Education

Access to Higher Education – Social Sciences

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModeFull-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Access to Higher Education – Science (19+)

Science Access to Higher Education

Access to Higher Education – Science (19+)

Duration1 Academic Year
Study ModeFull-time
Start DateSeptember 2025
Laser & IPL Treatments

Hair, Beauty & Barbering Adult

Laser & IPL Treatments

Duration10 Weeks
Study ModePart-time
Start DateSeptember 2025

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