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Kent Adult Education Response Programme
Who is Eligible?
You are welcome to join a Response course if you:
- Are aged 19 or over
- Live in Kent
- Are unemployed or on a low income
- Are looking to build confidence, gain new skills or take the next step into work, volunteering or education
What Can You Learn?
Response courses are delivered in community settings across Kent and cover a wide range of topics, including:
Pathways to Employment
- Hospitality & Catering: Food safety, barista training, customer service, cocktail mixology
- Construction & Manual Work: CSCS card preparation, health & safety, manual handling
- Care & Health: First aid, saefguarding, health and social care
- Office & Digital Skills: Basic IT, social media, conflict management, starting your own business
- Education & Childcare: Working with children, healthy eating, supporting children's learning
Volunteering Skills
- Confidence building
- Communication and listening skills
- Customer service for volunteers
Wellbeing & Personal Development
- Mental health awareness
- Mindfulness and stress management
- Confidence and self-esteem
- Creative crafts and relaxation
Health and Fitness
Courses are designed to improve physical and mental wellbeing, particularly for those returning to exercise or managing long-term health conditions:
- Fitness Foundations
- Strength & Tone
- Balance & Tone
- Chair-Based Exercise
Employment Essentials
A suite of online courses to help learners prepare for job applications and interviews:
- Staying Positive While Job Searching
- Personal Power and Confidence
- Uncover Your Genius - Transferable Skills
- Personal Profiles and Tailored CVs
- Hunt Those Hidden Job Markets
- Digital Skills and Psychometric Tests
- Interview Practice
Positive Steps: Social Prescribing Support
Tailored support is available for learners facing barriers such as:
- Mental health challenges
- Financial hardship
- Accessibility and transport
- Health and wellbeing concerns
Referrals can be made by link workers, community connectors or health professionals.
Thrive: Living Well with Long-Term Health Conditions
Thrive is a free 12-week course supporting adults aged 19+ with long-term health conditions. It includes:
- Personal development and wellbeing support
- Digital skills for everyday life
- Confidence-building activities
- Volunteering and employment guidance
- Guest speakers and local employer visits
Courses are delivered at EKC Training Swale and Thanet Centres.