Education and Skills

The University of Cumbria is a public university in Cumbria, with its headquarters in Carlisle and other major campuses in Lancaster, Ambleside, and London.

 

 

 

Royal National College for the Blind (RNC).  Further Education College for those aged 16 plus with visual impairment.

 

 

 

This year, we have all had to make some significant changes to the way we work and live and our first priority, as always, is to safeguard the health & wellbeing of our learners, apprentices and staff. We will continue to follow government guidance on how best to adapt the College's functions to suit the ever-changing response to Covid-19 both nationally and locally. Download our 2020 Welcome Guide for all the information you will need to start the academic year! 

 

 

Cumbria Learning and Skills High Needs Study Programme is open to young people with an Education Health Care Plan who are aged between 19 to 25 who still have educational goals to achieve but who may not be able to attend a formal education setting.  The programme links with other providers to create a 16 hour bespoke education and support package based on the learner needs and aspirations.

 

 

 

We are a specialist land based college and offer a large range of courses which will set you up for a career doing what you feel passionate about. Whether you are leaving school, interested in degree-level courses, want an apprenticeship or would like to take up a new activity or learn new skills to help you do your job and improve your job prospects, Askham Bryan College is such a great place to study.

 

We are a modern and forward-thinking college offering innovative and engaging courses, which are delivered in state-of-the-art learning facilities. Our superb facilities are matched by our team of staff . You will be taught by experts who are highly qualified, professional and friendly, and are passionate about their subject and teaching. We provide a wrap-around service, from application to qualification, for students who have a learning difficulty, sensory impairment, physical difficulty or mental health need that impacts on learning.

 

 

 

Having good GCSE and A Level results is essential to get into sixth form, college, university, or a stepping stone into your ideal workplace.

 

Whether you want to re-sit your exams or want to gain those crucial qualifications for university or career advancement, we can help you achieve your goals.

 

We understand that life does not always fit the 9 to 5 routine so we provide opportunities for learners to design their own education programme.

 

 

Cambian is one of the largest providers of specialist education and behavioural health services for children in the UK. Our services have a specific focus on individuals who present with high severity needs. 

 

We provide a broad range of specialist services across England.  These services include specialist education schools and colleges for both day and residential learners, residential care homes and a therapeutic fostering service. 

 

Our specialist education schools and colleges support children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Asperger Syndrome (AS), moderate to severe learning disabilities, associated challenging behaviours and complex needs.

 

 

 

If you're wondering what it's like to study at the University of Central Lancashire, join us on our tour of our Preston City Campus:

 

 

 

We believe that everyone has equal value and should have access to quality assured education around the world. It is our mission to give traditional and non-traditional learners the skills to flourish through innovative education and by influencing positive institutional change.

 

We provide an inclusive, social and student-focused environment that welcomes learners of all backgrounds.

 

With almost 7000 employees Cumbria County Council is one of the biggest employers in Cumbria. We work right across the county providing a massive range of different services to the people of Cumbria.

 

An apprenticeship with us will open a door to a career you might not even have thought of. And we'll support you to get there.

 

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And that's only a flavour of what we do. The bottom line is that you'll not find an employer able to offer a wider range of different career options than us.

 

 

Hello Future is a partnership of local universities, colleges and employers who are committed to improving access to higher education young people in Cumbria. We offer guidance and practical support to help young people with future decision making and choices.