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Durham Learn, in partnership with the Durham County Council Care Academy are pleased to offer a wide range of flexible distance learning courses.

These courses will help you to gain fully accredited qualifications in many different subjects from the comfort of your own home or workplace.

Distance learning provides you with the flexibility to complete the course in your own time with all learning taking place remotely either by post, email or telephone.

Our courses are suitable for everybody and are ideal for keeping you up to date with current working practices, legislation, to reduce any skill gaps and further enhance your employment prospects and progression.

Most of the courses are free*, providing you complete the course within the given timeframe. You must be 19-years-old or over and a resident in England to be eligible for these courses.

*Subject to eligibility for funding.

If you have any questions before you apply for your chosen course please contact us on 03000 266115 or by email to DurhamLearn@durham.gov.uk. and a member of the Development and Engagement Team will be able to help you.

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Award in Awareness of Substance Misuse

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                                        level: 1

Course category: Health and Social Care

Snippet of course introduction: Are you interested in completing some substance misuse awareness training? UK employers, particul...

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Award in Mental Health Awareness

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                                        level: 1

Course category: Business

Snippet of course introduction: Interested in studying one of our mental health course? This qualification aims to inc...

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Sexual Health Awareness

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                                        level: 1

Course category: Health and Social Care

Snippet of course introduction: Are you looking to complete some sexual health training? UK employers, particularly in the health...

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Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values

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                                        level: 2

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Snippet of course introduction: In 2017, there were 412 arrests for terrorism-related offences. With issues of human rights, hate...

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Lean Organisation Management Techniques

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Business Leadership and Management

Snippet of course introduction: This qualification will develop an understanding of lean organisation techniques and the skills r...

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Counselling Skills

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Health and Social Care

Snippet of course introduction: Are you interested in studying one of our counselling courses? Distance learning and a range of d...

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Principles of Business Administration

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Business Leadership and Management

Snippet of course introduction: This qualification will give the underpinning knowledge that is required to successfully work in...

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Caring for the Elderly

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Health and Social Care

Snippet of course introduction: This course will develop your knowledge and understanding of caring for the elderly. It is design...

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