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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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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...
Full funding available.

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Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement

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                                        level: 3

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Snippet of course introduction: Course Intent: The course is designed to provide the essential knowledge and un...
Full funding available.

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Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Childcare

Snippet of course introduction: Are you looking to complete some child care training? These courses are perfect for individuals who...
Full funding available.

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Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Health and Social Care

Snippet of course introduction: Interested in studying one of our health and social care courses? This qualification aims to prov...
Full funding available.

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Certificate in Principles of Customer Service

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Business

Snippet of course introduction: Are you looking to study a customer service online course? This qualification will provide you wi...
Full funding available.

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Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Health and Social Care

Snippet of course introduction: Are you looking to improve your knowledge of dementia care by completing a dementia course? UK em...
Full funding available.

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Certificate in Principles of Team Leading

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Business

Snippet of course introduction: Interested in studying one of our leadership courses? Online materials and assessments make it ea...
Full funding available.

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Certificate in Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention

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                                        level: 2

Course category: Health and Social Care

Snippet of course introduction: This qualification is aimed at anyone seeking to improve their understanding and awareness of sui...
Full funding available in England. Full funding available in Scotland.

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