We are committed to offering a wide range of quality courses and training for the local community. Learn professional skills for your future career, or have fun trying something new.
Are you an employer or responsible for staff CPD?
We can design training packages to fulfil your organisation’s requirements and deliver workplace courses. Group discounts may also be available.
Why study with us?
- Taught by industry experts
- State-of-the-art facilities - over £6 million recently invested
- A choice of courses to support your career development
- A range of levels, from beginner to professional
- Modern adult learning environment & a friendly atmosphere
- Graded Ofsted Good with Outstanding aspects
- Free childcare & financial support for adults in low-income households
Useful Careers Websites
Inspira offer free, impartial careers advice to adults. Book a chat with them here.
Your Bright Future
yourbrightfuture.kendal.ac.uk
A website dedicated to your next step! Also includes a local jobs board.
Start Profile
startprofile.com
A free national website that covers all the stages of career planning - explore your skills & interests, see suggested careers and find relevant courses, apprenticeships and jobs close to where you live.
Prospects
prospects.ac.uk/planner
Answer questions about what you find interesting and they'll match you with job groups containing more than 400 job profiles.
National Careers Website
nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
This site includes a range of job profiles, employability tools and careers advice.
Apprenticeships
apprenticeships.gov.uk
Earn while you learn with an apprenticeship.
Volunteering
do-it.org
A national search engine. Volunteering is a great way to discover what you like and don’t like doing. It also gives you valuable work experience which looks fantastic on your CV. If you can’t find what you are looking for, contact employers directly.
View our courses
A Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice, which will ensure your internal verification practices meet your internal and awarding body requirements. Ensuring quality assessment takes place though planning, allocation and monitoring.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and support the development of others? This comprehensive assessor qualification is designed for professionals looking to master assessments in both workplace and vocational settings. Whether you are guiding apprentices, managing NVQs, or supporting competency-based qualifications, this programme provides the tools, flexibility, and expert backing you need to succeed.
Kickstart your career in finance with our AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, delivered weekly via Accountext. Accounting Technicians are the skilled support staff essential to every financial department, spanning roles from Accounts Assistants to Financial Managers across industry, commerce, the public sector, and private practice.
Achieve a Qualification in Bookkeeping
Kickstart your career in finance with a structured, classroom-based course designed to give you a competitive edge. This programme combines weekly face-to-face lessons with premium learning resources to ensure you have everything you need to succeed.
Whether you are looking to secure an entry-level accounting role or want to gain a certified edge in your current job, this internationally recognised qualification is your stepping stone to success.
If you need to buy or use sheep dip products, then under the Medicines (Exemptions for Merchants in Veterinary Drugs) Order 1998, you will need to hold this qualification.
Kendal College is working in partnership with Mindful Education this combines online learning with face-to-face lessons in the classroom, referred to as Online and On Campus. Learners will have access to an online platform where you can find resources, videos, question and answers and practice tests as a part of your blended face to face and online learning - Accounting Technicians are the skilled support staff driving success across accounting and finance teams. This role covers a wide range of occupations, from Accounts Assistants to Financial Managers, spanning the public sector, industry, commerce, and private accounting practices.
The AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting is designed for individuals who are currently working in a financial environment or are looking to break into the industry. Delivered in person at Kendal College by industry experts, this course combines top-tier instruction with the opportunity to study alongside peers and build your professional network. The AAT has been changing lives for over 40 years, delivering practical accounting qualifications that are highly in demand by employers worldwide.
Advance Your Career with the AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting
Take your first step toward a successful career in finance with this introductory qualification. Designed for those with little to no prior experience, this course provides a solid foundation in essential accounting techniques and professional business principles.
