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Adult Learning

Adult Learning supports people to achieve their potential and make positive changes in their lives.

Our customers are adults and young people who:

  • Are returning to learning and preparing for work
  • May not normally take part in learning
  • May have low initial qualifications
  • Speak English as an additional language
  • Want to improve their knowledge and skills in communities throughout Shetland

Adult Learning is part of the Shetland Islands Council's Community Learning and Development provision.  As well as a popular evening class programme, we provide a range of courses and individual support to help young people and adults make positive changes in their lives.

We are based at The Old Library Centre in Lerwick.

Old Library Centre Lerwick

Nancy Heubeck

Adult Learning Manager
A: The Old Library Centre, Lower Hillhead, Lerwick
T: 01595 743888
E: Adult.Learning@sic.shetland.gov.uk

 

Adult Learning Development Officers - Community Learning & Development : Roselyn Fraser & Denise Nicolson

Adult Learning Development Officers - Literacies: Carol Jones & Marc Coyne

Adult Learning Development Officer - ESOL:  Kate Niven

Clerical Workers: Debbie Nicolson & Marion Bryant

Read the latest Adult Learning News here.

Evening Classes

Why not try an evening class?

They provide opportunities for learning in a variety of subjects to develop a range of skills.

For information on courses available in Shetland vist our website: www.learnshetland.com

 

Adult Literacies

For adults who want to improve their basic skills.

We are happy to discuss your personal learning needs, and give confidential information and guidance in a relaxed and informal atmosphere.

Our service is FREE and can be arranged to fit in with your work or family commitments.

 

English for Speakers of Other Languages - ESOL

To join a class we need to speak to you to find out your level of English.  We will try to find a class at the right level for you.  Drop in to The Old Library Centre and speak with Kate Niven or telephone (01595) 743889.

Most classes are FREE.