08 July 2008
New Courses starting in September 2008
Our new brochure for September 2008 will be out soon. If you want to be one of the first to receive a copy call the Learner Helpline 01332 717900 and leave your name and address and a copy will be sent to you by post
07 July 2008
Course List Autumn Programme 2008
A course list will be distributed as part of a wrap around of the Derby Express 28th August. For information on any courses telephone the Learner Helpline 01332 717900
07 July 2008
Brochure Autumn 2008 Programme
The brochure for the Autumn programme will be distributed via the Derby Express week beginning 28th July. Copies will be available at centres libraries and other outlets.
07 July 2008
Autumn 2008 Programme
Publication of the Autumn Programme has been delayed due to delays of funding information from the LSC. It is hoped that by 11th July details of courses will appear on this web site.
13 May 2008
Adult Learners Week
Derby Adult Learning Service – Adult Learners Week
Across the country between 17-23rd May celebrations will be taking place to mark Adult Learners Week which inspires thousands of individuals, communities and workplaces to give learning a go. Click on heading to find out more.
12 January 2008
New Year - New Direction
Courses are now starting in the New Year and there are still vacancies in a few courses. Early February sees a new range of Language courses which will provide perfect preparation for you holidays. Find out more and call our Learner Helpline 01332 717900
31 October 2007
New Courses Starting January 2008 - Ideal Christmas Present
If you are stuck for ideas about buying Christmas presents how about buying one of our new adult learning courses as a gift. Some courses for January are already listed on our site and new ones are being added. Give our Learner Helpline a call for further information. 01332 717900
13 September 2007
NEW! Adult Learning Service at Landau Forte College
Derby Adult Learning Service is pleased to be working in partnership with Landau Forte College to offer a new programme of courses from 24th September 2007.
Enrolment Sessions are taking place at the College from 7.00-9.00pm on Monday 17th & Tuesday 18th September
Click here to download list of courses. http://support.adult...3_9_07.pdf
07 September 2007
Enrolment for courses starting in September 2007 - it's not too late!
The enrolment week has now finished but many classes still have vacancies. You can enrol for most courses by attending the first class during week commencing 10th September.
07 September 2007
Spanish GCSE
Six learners have achieved grade A* on their Spanish GCSE course held at the Rycote Centre. All other learners gained A to C grades. Congratulations and well done to all!
Look out for our new language courses starting September.
27 July 2007
Brochure Now Available
The brochure for courses starting in September are now available at centres and other outlets such as Libraries and reception areas. A copy will be delivered to homes across Derby with the Derby Express on Thursday 2nd August. If you are unable to find a copy call our helpline on 717900 and have one sent to your home.
01 May 2007
ECDL fastrack computer qualification
The ECDL qualification is a minimum standard for many employers including local authorities. Why not take this opportunity to gain the qualification before your summer break? Gain the qualification in 6 weeks or less. Limited places available
Starts 6th June 2007 every Wednesday at the Breadsall Centre.
Contact Marianne or Lesley at the Breadsall Centre on 01332 831338 for more information
19 April 2007
An Invitation to The New Village Learning Store Drop-In Centre
Come and join us on Wednesday 25th April between 10am and 3pm at the new Village Learning Store Drop-In Centre at 198 -200 Village Street (previously the Austin Estate Housing Office). The centre will be a one stop shop for advice on local courses and up to date job vacancies
12 April 2007
Top Marks Again
The British Computer Society (BCS) once again awarded an “A” in their annual audit of the computer courses run by the Derby Adult Learning Service (DALS). The auditor was very impressed overall with a number of areas outstanding. Ruth Mable who manages the provision was delighted as DALS can now offer ITQ, the new ICT qualification, as part of a programme of workforce development.
09 April 2007
New Term Starts Monday 16th April
Many new courses start the week beginning 16th April including Arts & Crafts, Languages, Computers, Health, Social Care, Fitness, Literacy and Numeracy. Call our Learner Helpline on 01332 717900 or email enquiries@derbyals.org
13 February 2007
Celebration of Achievement
Last Thursday over 150 learners and guests attended the Guildhall and were presented with Certificates by Councillor Fareed Hussain, Andrew Flack and Cath Harcula. Highlights of the day can be seen by clicking on this link http://tinyurl.com/2f3x4g
03 October 2006
CACDP BSL Level 3 Course
CACDP BSL Level 3 course may be running at Rycote Centre on Tuesday evenings 5.45pm - 9.00pm including 15 mins Break. It is for those who have passed CACDP BSL Level 2 and those who may have regular contact with Deaf people.
For more information contact Martin O'Neill on (01332) 717937 via interpreter or e mail: martin.oneill@derbyals.org.
24 September 2006
Vacancies
Still vacancies in a number of our courses. Call us on our Learner Helpline now. 01332 717900
15 August 2006
Day Courses
During the next term we will be promoting Day Courses in a variety of subjects from Languages to the Arts. If you would like advance information call our helpline on 01332 717900
14 August 2006
Brochures for Autumn Programme
Brochures for the Autumn Programme are now available at centres, libraries, shops and other outlets. If you are unable to locate a copy call our Learner Helpline 01332 717900 and get a copy sent to your home.
24 April 2006
Success, Success, Success
For the 3rd year running the British Computer Society has awarded our ECDL Test Centre at Kedleston Rd top marks. ICT Curriculum Organiser Ruth Mable has been responsible for maintaining the high standards at Kedleston Road and at our Satellite Centres.
19 January 2006
DerbyLearn
Many of our courses are supported by DerbyLearn
which provides:
* learners with access to their course materials
* access around the clock
* links to further online learning resources
* new methods of learning
* communication & networking opportunities
http://derbylearn.net
07 December 2005
Approved Standard
If you are a regular visitor to our site you will notice some changes which includes 3 new logos at the foot of the home page. The logos mean that we have achieved high standards for accessibility and web design. A new link at the top right hand corner 'accessibility' gives a range of options to make the site more accessibile to a wider range of people.
15 October 2005
Queens Leisure Centre Creche
The creche at Queen Leisure Centre is available for learners to leave their children in the afternoons whilst accessing Adult Learning Service classes.
10 October 2005
Call Centre
For a list of our Adult Learning centres and their telephone numbers click on headline
10 October 2005
Course Pictures
You can now see pictures of courses on DerbyLearn (http://www.derbylearn.net). So far Map Reading, Pottery and Upholstery has been added to the gallery.
Click here to see if one of these course might suit you. You can log in as a guest to view the pictures
http://www.derbylear....php?id=10
23 September 2005
It's not too late to enrol!!!
It's not too late to enrol, there are some courses
that you can still join. Click on link to find out more including list of centres and telephone numbers.......
14 September 2005
Learner Helpline
Enrolments for many of our new programme of courses has now started. Give us a call on our Learner Helpline 01332 717900. You can also ask for a brochure to be sent to your home.
06 September 2005
Excellent GCSE results
Adult learners achieved 100% pass rates in this year's GCSE examinations
30 August 2005
New News Item
Our 'News Uploader' is now operational which should see our home page change regularly to keep you up to date.
30 August 2005
Multi-lingual Public Website
Derby ALS is currently improving the language accessibility to its main public website. This will involve the provision of publicity information in six community languages via the the main Public Website's Home Page. Derby is a thriving multi-cultural city and this multi-lingual publicity will provide helpful information about how DALS can help. We aim to have this publicity available in time for enrolment in September.