Adult & Community Learning
Why Adult Learning
Message from The Principal Adult and Community Learning Officer
We are all aware of the current economic situation and many of us will be affected by changing circumstances. Now is the time to think about gaining a new skill in order to be as flexible as possible in times of uncertainty.
We will continue to offer a varied programme that will help you to improve your skills, build confidence or gain qualifications. We will offer courses at different times of day and in different centres to give as wide a choice as possible.
You could try something new or progress to a higher level from a course you have already undertaken. Whatever you choose we will try to give you the very best support possible. You will find information about our support services in this brochure, please contact us if you do need help.
Our commitment to quality and innovation has been the ever evolving programme of courses offered by Devon Adult and Community Learning. The programme is offered in partnership with the Skills Funding Agency which allows us to subsidise all courses and offer some free. This also enables us to offer courses with reduced fees for learners in receipt of benefits. Our aim is to support local people who want to learn.
Margaret Davidson
Principal Adult and Community Learning Officer
Devon Adult and Community Learning Strategic Plan 2010 - 2013 
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Why Adult Learning?
- Improve on what you already know
- Gain a new or update an existing qualification
- Add a new skill to your CV
- Improve your Literacy and Numeracy skills
Devon Adult and Community Learning aims to deliver high quality learning experiences to support the personal, social and economic development of individuals and to support the diverse communities we serve..
Our Priorities
Our Learners We will: prioritise government funding to support groups and individuals who have found it difficult to participate in the past. This will include: older people, unemployed, low income family members and those with low skills levels. Quality We will: Maintain Matrix accreditation for our Information Advice and Guidance Service. Meet the key performance indicators of the Framework for Excellence. |  |
Our Mission and Our Values
Devon Adult and Community Learning aim to deliver high quality learning experiences to support the personal, social and economic development of individuals and to support the diverse communities we serve.
The service will support the aspirations and ambitions of local people, local businesses and local communities through learning opportunities. We also recognise and value the role of adult learning in maintaining health and personal development, promoting community participation and supporting community development.
This approach is embedded in our values which underpin the way we work and what we expect of our learners, staff and partners.
“The service will support the aspirations and ambitions of local people, local businesses and local communities through learning opportunities”
Championing learners
We are dedicated to the development and well-being of learners, raising aspirations and supporting success.
Demonstrating excellence in teaching, learning and support
We will strive towards continuous improvement and successful outcomes for learners. We will be customer focused and strive for the highest standards of service.
Valuing diversity and promoting equality
We will be equalities focused and value the positive contribution of difference.
Working together for the best results
We will work with a variety of partners to make best use of resources to get the best results.
Devon Adult and Community Learning courses are subsidised by the Skills Funding Agency.
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Some activities may have been directly or indirectly part-financed by the European Union through European Social fund – helping develop employment by promoting employability, business spirit and equal opportunities, and investing in human resources
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