Learning & Development
Our Services
At CDT, we offer a range of learning opportunities designed to build confidence, improve communication, and help individuals develop practical skills for everyday life. Our programme includes face-to-face ESOL classes and an online class at Beginner and Intermediate levels, led by volunteers and tutors from Glasgow Kelvin College and Glasgow Life.
We also provide a selection of accredited one-day training courses, such as First Aid, Food Hygiene, Fire Safety, and other essential skills. These courses are delivered by qualified trainers, including Glasgow Kelvin College tutors.
In addition, our Life Skills programme brings in partner organisations to support learners in developing routines, building independence, and preparing for the next steps in education, work, or daily living.
Life Skills
Our Life Skills course is delivered over 10 sessions across 5 weeks and is designed to support you in developing important day-to-day skills that contribute to confidence, wellbeing, and independence. See a range of the topics covered below, not every one runs every year but gives an overview of the types of things you’ll learn during this course
A clear introduction to the different welfare services and support available, including guidance on benefits, local resources, and how to access help.
A practical session covering key digital skills for modern life, including internet safety, scam awareness, staying secure online, and using essential online services.
Delivered with partner organisations, this session helps you understand the common causes of fires in the home and how to reduce risks and stay safe.
A supportive session covering mental wellbeing, stress management, self-care, and strategies to maintain positive emotional health.
Learn the basics of money management, budgeting, saving, and understanding financial responsibilities.
A foundation session to support goal-setting, career planning, motivation, and preparation for future training or employment opportunities.
For more information or to enquire about start dates, you can contact our team on 0141 774 3344 or reception@cranhilldt.org.uk or use our online contact form.
One Day Training Courses
Our accredited one-day training courses are delivered in our Main Hall and normally run from 9:15am to 4:15pm. These courses provide practical, job-ready skills and include:
-Fire Safety
-Food Hygiene
-First Aid
These courses are intermediate level, which means learners must have already completed a relevant beginner-level course or have prior knowledge/experience in the topic. Participants will complete an assessment towards the end of the session, and those who pass will receive a certificate.
Completion certificates can be collected in person or posted out if you live further away. Information on upcoming training courses is posted on our Facebook page and the CDT website.
For bookings or questions, contact our team on 0141 774 3344 or reception@cranhilldt.org.uk
ESOL Classes
We have 6 face to face classes and 1 online class which are led by volunteers and tutors from Glasgow Kelvin College and Glasgow Life.
Below is our schedule:
| Monday | Social ESOL Class | 10:30am – 12.30am | Volunteer lead (beginner level) |
| Tuesday | Sandyhills class | 10:00am –12:00pm | Glasgow Life Tutor Sharon (beginner level) |
| Wednesday | ESOL Beginners class | 09:45 – 12:00pm | Glasgow Kelvin College Tutor – Gosia (beginner level) |
| Wednesday | ESOL Intermediate Class | 12:15pm – 14:30pm | Glasgow Kelvin College – Gosia (intermediate level) |
| Thursday | Conversational English Via Zoom | 09:45am – 11.45am | Glasgow Life Tutor – Jack (mixed level) |
| Friday | Conversational English | 13:00pm – 15:00pm | Glasgow Life Tutor – Jack & Volunteer lead (beginner & intermediate level) |
“The Sandyhills class is close to my home and it helps me with confidence to speak to people. I like the tutors very much and they make me feel very welcome. I feel that my English is getting better after each class.”
“Since I’ve started learning English in class, I’ve seen a huge change in my English. I feel much more confident when i leave the house and the teachers teach many great and useful things in everyday life with each lesson being great.”
“Since I started the class at Sandyhills, I’ve seen a huge difference in English. Everything is accessible, understandable and pleasant to be with in the class and I can’t thank Scott & Sharon enough for letting me join the class.”