This area is for Voluntary Sector Learning Providers and if you want to find other Learning Providers in Pembrokeshire (including the Pembrokeshire Learning Network).

Finding a Learning / Training Provider - bespoke training

There are a large number of training providers in Pembrokeshire, many specialise in training for the voluntary sector. PAVS has contact for a number of providers within Pembrokeshire, some who specialise in providing training for the voluntary / community sector, please phone PAVS for more details. For other tutors who work in the sector but may be from further a field there is an online searchable database on the WCVA (Wales Council for Voluntary Action) website www.wcva.org.uk or you can phone the helpdesk on 0870 607 1666. If you can’t find what you are looking for you can phone PAVS, we might know of someone who can help. We will not “recommend” anyone but could give you some more contact numbers. And don't forget PAVS has a number of trainers who specialise in certain areas, such as funding, trustees and so on. Currently we are able to offer certain training for free to voluntary / community groups (minimum groups number apply).

If you are a freelance trainer or from a training company and would like to be added to the WCVA's database of trainers please contact them directly.

Learning Providers - Open courses

The Pembrokeshire Learning Network (PLN) brings together providers of adult and community based learning in Pembrokeshire. Its members are committed to the principle of delivering high quality, affordable and accessible lifelong learning opportunities that meet the needs of people living and working in Pembrokeshire.

For more information about the learning opportunities, advice and support, available contact any member of the Pembrokeshire Learning Network and we'll do our best to help you find what you want.

Members of the PLN Include:

If you are thinking of changing careers, retraining or are leaving full time education and want advice on options available to you, Careers Wales West can provide free, unbiased information about careers, education and training, whatever your age. Our advisers are able to provide careers information, personal assessments and individual advice and guidance. If you would like to talk your ideas through with an expert, arrange an interview with a Careers Adviser from Careers Wales West. Call them at your local careers centre or by ringing learn direct on 0800 100 900. You can also check out the Careers Wales website at www.careerswales.com

At Learning Pembrokeshire we aim to provide a wide range of courses to suit all our customers - Pembrokeshire residents and businesses. Whether you want to develop new skills and interests, work towards a qualification or enhance your career prospects, our courses provide the ideal opportunity.

Courses are held at many different locations around the county, making it easier than ever to find a time and a venue that suits you.

For more information about Learning Pembrokeshire courses. visit www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/learningpembrokeshire/

Pembrokeshire College offers the largest range of courses in the county for young and older adults who want to gain qualifications to improve their career opportunities or develop themselves. There are lots of different subject areas from business to engineering, and marine to art and design. You can even learn at work with an assessor or in bite-sized chunks on-line with learn direct. Call our helpful admissions team on 0800 716236. Alternatively go to our website - www.pembs.ac.uk

Princes Trust offers exciting challenges, which help build confidence and motivation. Taking part will help you to get the job you want. If you are aged 16-25 you could join our team - a free 12-week programme that will help you move on with your life. Contact Cathy on 01646 624767

The Department of Adult Continuing Education (DACE) at Swansea University has developed a programme of Higher Education courses in Swansea , Neath Port Talbot, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire (Narberth and Pembroke Dock). We offer taster and accredited courses including IT, Languages, Cultural Studies and Community Development and much more; HE certificates, the Part-time BA Honours Degree in Humanities and an MA in Lifelong Learning.

If you are interested in finding out more about the Part-time BA Honours Degree in Humanities that is currently being offered at Narberth and Pembroke Dock contact Janice Brown 01792 295499 or Paul Dicks 01792 295935. For further information about learning opportunities at a venue near you, contact DACE on 01792 295786, or e-mail: adult.education@swansea.ac.uk . Alternatively you can visit our website www.swansea.ac.uk/dace

Shaping the future through democratic learning", the WEA provides education in local communities.  We seek to remove barriers to learning and to build skills for self-development and employment to promote citizenship, health and well being. Courses include: Introduction to Computers, ECDL, Arts and Crafts, Literature, Music Appreciation, Tai Chi, ESOL, Community Learning Reps, Citizenship and more.

For more information please contact: 01792 467791 or v isit our website: www.swales.wea.org.uk