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About us
VRDS Learning Centre
welcome to the text only webpage for VRDS
Learning centre learning computer skills at your own pace
An exciting, accessible learning centre has been set up by Vale Royal Disability
Services to help disabled people in Vale Royal achieve a greater level of social
inclusion by developing new skills. It is our belief that such learning
opportunities should be available to all.
The VRDS Learning Centre is a fully recognised centre for LearnDirect, with
UKonline and BBC Webwise .
Want to learn, update and develop new skills?
Want to learn at your own comfortable pace?
Interested in using computers?
Want to send and receive e-mails?
Like to use the Internet for information?
Our Learning Centre offers a range of learning opportunities to suit all users,
extending from introductory skills, through communication skills to work‑related
skills. Our experienced staff not only provide the necessary training support in
a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, they can also introduce new types of computer
adaptive technology to those who need it.
When you first visit our Learning Centre you will be given the right
information, advice and guidance to enable you to decide on your personal
objectives.
You will be able to participate in an assessment to help to decide on the
learning that would be most suitable and enjoyable for you. Since we believe
that everyone should be able to access learning, an adaptive technology
assessment is also provided where needed.
What courses are available?
We offer a huge range of courses designed for different levels of ability.
Our life skills courses cover such areas as literacy, numeracy and
communication, developing skills in a logical manner.
Our computer courses cover everything from user introduction to Internet and
e-mail.
Our work-related courses cover the practical use of software and skill
development suitable for an office environment.
Your assessment determines where you need to start – where you finish is up to
you.
How much do courses cost?
The majority of courses are free-of-charge.
The most advanced courses may attract a charge but we can advise on ways of
remission of fees.
you can use the centre to catch up on your email
all learners receive full tutor suport
VRDS learning centre offers a certifcate in developing skills in adaptive
technology
What is computer adaptive technology?
It is something that gives people with a disability full access to a computer
system without barriers. It could be a different keyboard or mouse for people
with physical impairments, or perhaps a program that enlarges text or reads the
screen in synthesised speech for people with visual impairments. Our assessment
system ensures that the right adaptive technology can be chosen to meet a user's
needs.
When is the centre open?
Normally Monday to Friday, 10.00am to 4.00pm, except holidays.
How do I become a learner at the Learning Centre?
Telephone 01606 333673 or e-mail your details to
learning@vrds.org.uk or call in
and meet our friendly trainers who will encourage you to learn.
Where are we?
We are located next to the Cheshire County Council offices in Watling Street,
Northwich. There is plenty of free car parking in the centre of Northwich.
Pedestrian and wheelchair access to the centre are shown on the map.
VRDS Learning Centre, Dane Walk, Watling Street, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 5ET.
Telephone: 01606 333673.
e-mail: learning@vrds.org.uk
Monday to Friday, 10.00am to 4.00pm, except holidays.
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