Professional adult courses

If you’re pursuing a professional role in areas such as accounting, HR, management or procurement, these courses are for you. Running through to Level 7, many of our programmes are accredited by the relevant chartered institutes, providing you with recognised qualifications.

Whether you’re looking for new skills to develop or find that dream job, we have removed as many barriers as possible to help you succeed, including flexible course options and funding support.

Did you know?

We have government funded courses which means there’s potential for you to study something you’ve dreamed of for free.

If you are earning £23,400 or below, you can study most of our adult courses for free
Or
If you are earning below £23,400, unemployed or have never studied a Level 3 course before (equivalent to A Levels), you can study one of our level 3 courses listed here for free.

Benefits of professional courses

At Leeds City College, we realise the importance of developing skills fit for today’s workplace in-line with industry demands. That’s why we offer courses specifically designed for adult learners, to help you refresh your skills.

  • Achieve industry-recognised qualifications.
  • Study modules hand-picked to meet industry needs.
  • Experience part-time study around your work commitments.
  • Acquire professional skills, ready to step into a senior role.
  • Gain progression advice and support.
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How to apply

Click on a course below to find out more information. Then when you’re ready, hit the ‘Apply Now’ button – this can be found at the top of every course page.

After consenting to allow us to contact you, the form should already be filled in with your selected course. All that is left for you to do is to select your start date and enter your details.

We will then be in contact with you regarding the next steps.

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Funding

You may qualify for funding to help you pay for all, or part of, your course. Fees may be waived due to personal circumstances and/or if you receive certain benefits. Please note that you will need to provide evidence to prove your benefit payments. Student funding support and instalment payments are also available for those who are eligible. For more information get in touch with us.

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Take a look at our professional courses

Business, management and administration
Course TitleStart DateLocationsStudy Type
Understanding Retail Operations TQUK Certificate Level 2
Part time
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values
Part time
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques
Part time
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning
Part time
Strategic Management and Leadership CMI Diploma | Level 7
16/09/2024
Part time
Principles of Team Leading TQUK Level 2
09/09/2024
Part time
Principles of Team Leading TQUK Certificate Level 2
Part time
Principles of Management and Leadership CMI Diploma | Level 3
16/09/2024
Part time
Principles of Customer Service TQUK Certificate Level 2
Part time
Principles of Business Administration Certificate TQUK Level 2
Part time
NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
NEBOSH Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals Unit ND3
NEBOSH Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals Unit ND2
NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety
Level 3 Diploma in Leadership and Management
09/09/2024
Part time
IOSH Managing Safely 5.0
CMI5 Diploma in Management & Leadership
16/09/2024
07/10/2024
Part time
CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice 3
23/09/2024
Part time
CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management Level 5
16/09/2024
Part time
AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting
23/09/2024
Part time
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
14/10/2024
Part time
AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping
14/10/2024
Part time
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping
16/09/2024
Part time
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
09/09/2024
16/09/2024
Part time
AAT Level 1 Access Awards in Business and Bookkeeping (Accounting)
16/09/2024
Part time
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Assessor Qualifications
Human Resources
Course TitleStart DateLocationsStudy Type
CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice 3
23/09/2024
Part time
CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management Level 5
16/09/2024
Part time
Unsure what course to choose?
Law
Course TitleStart DateLocationsStudy Type
CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ) – Foundation Stage
16/09/2024
Part time
CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ) – Advanced Stage
23/09/2024
Part time
Unsure what course to choose?

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Not sure what you want to study?

No problem – you can email us at Contact@leedscitycollege.ac.uk or give us a call on 0113 386 1997 and a member of our team will get back to you.

Our open days and online webinars are also a great way to find out more about studying at Leeds City College and our courses; please see our events webpage for more information.

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