Courses for individuals who want to progress at work or retrain
Are you looking to get back into work, retrain and change careers, or upskill to help you secure that promotion you’ve always dreamt of? We have a wide range of courses for those aged 19 and over, many of which are free or have funding options available.
Get in touch with our friendly Careers Coaches, who would be happy to run through any questions you may have.
They can also help you with CV Writing, Mock Interviews and can provide impartial Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance.
You can get in touch with them via  01909 504500 Ext 2656 between 8.30am and 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 4.30pm on Fridays or email at: careerscoaches@rnngroup.ac.uk
These one-year courses are ideal for building up your confidence, knowledge and academic skills to prepare you for Higher Education at college or university.
We have a broad and increasing range of free ways in which we can support you as a student to develop, these include:
Find out more about our Learner Enrichment Information
We offer courses for adults on a part time and evening basis.
Find out more about our Adult Skills Courses
Apprenticeships are a great cost-effective way to upskill, progress or change careers and aren’t just for people at the start of their career. If you’re currently working, ask your employer about supporting you through an apprenticeship; we can help them access grants and funding. If you aren’t currently working we can help you secure a placement through our network of employers.
These free, informal, short courses are taught in a relaxed setting in venues throughout the local area. They’re ideal for meeting new people, discovering a hobby or passion and learning new skills. Courses last 5-10 weeks and are taught once a week over just a few hours.
Our distance learning courses are ideal for those looking to upskill or change careers and are free and flexible; you can learn at your own pace and fit studying around other commitments. All are accredited by CACHE, one of the UK’s leading awarding organisations and last 9-17 weeks.
Our English For Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses can help improve your English language, reading and writing skills, maths and IT. Courses last 12 weeks and teaching is flexible to fit around existing commitments.
Our part-time industry-recognised qualifications are perfect for those looking to change careers or learn a new skill and could lead to further study or securing your dream job. Across our Group we offer courses in Accounting, Art and Design, Beauty and Hairdressing, Childcare, Counselling, Digital, Education, Personal Training and more.
New courses available in hair and beauty for adults:
Level 2 Facial Massage and Skin Care
Level 2 Nail Art
Level 2 Skin Tanning
Level 2 Wax Depilation
Our professional courses will help you learn a new skill and gain an industry-recognised qualification which will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to gain employment in your chosen industry.
We offer a number of study programmes for adult learners too and although we promote these Level 1-3 courses to school leavers, we do have a number of adult learners taking advantage of these courses too.
Select your course to begin your application
Award in Construction Skills – Bricklaying
Award in the In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment
Construction Trade Skills – Bricklaying
Construction Trade Skills – Joinery
Introductory Plumbing Skills (NACCN002*)
NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Trowel Occupations
Computer Aided Design
Diploma in Fabrication and Welding (NACEG001#)
Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Welding
Welding
Welding Skills
Welding Skills
Welding Skills
Functional Skills English
Functional Skills English
Functional Skills Maths
Functional Skills Maths
GCSE English
GCSE English (NFEME002*)
GCSE Maths
GCSE Maths
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Reading
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Reading
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Reading
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Speaking and Listening
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Speaking and Listening
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Speaking and Listening
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Writing
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Writing
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Writing
Access to HE: Health Science Professions
Access to HE: Health Science Professions (NHS Fast Track)
Counselling
Counselling
Counselling
Counselling
Counselling Skills
Counselling Skills
Diploma for the Early Years Workforce
Diploma for the Early Years Workforce
GCSE Biology
Pre-Access to HE: Health Science Professions (NACHS04*)
Pre-Access to HE: Health Science Professions (NACHS04#)
Supporting Teaching and Learning
“I really enjoy the hands-on learning that the Joinery course offers. This course, and the great teachers help me develop the skills that I will need for a career as a Joiner.”
Josh Betts Level 1 - Certificate in Construction Skills
“I chose to go to North Notts College, because I want to get a job as a Joiner and the skills and techniques we learn on the course are really useful and will come in handy in the future.”
Leighton Wilson Level 1 - Certificate in Construction Skills
“I really enjoy coming into College, because I get to socialise with people who have common interests.”
Callum Cuthill Level 1 - Certificate in Construction Skills
