Support for adults (18+)

Access guidance and resources to help adults in Derbyshire. 

Explore career opportunities, develop new skills, and take the next step in work, learning, or volunteering.

• Adult community education and course list
  Explore courses designed to help adults learn new skills, gain qualifications, improve wellbeing, and take the next step towards volunteering, education, or work
• Careers workshops
  Free workshops to help adults build confidence, develop employability skills, improve applications and interviews, and take the next step towards work or a new career
• Derbyshire business start-up scheme
  Free advice and support for businesses at every stage, including start-up guidance, growth support, funding opportunities, skills development, and recruitment assistance
• Derbyshire jobs
  Browse and apply for jobs across Derbyshire, including roles with local councils, schools, and partner organisations, with job alerts available to help you find the right opportunity
• Unstoppable (18 to 21)
  A free 6-month support programme for 18 to 21-year-olds to build confidence, gain qualifications, improve wellbeing, and move towards employment, education, or volunteering
• Volunteer passport
  A free accredited course that helps current and future volunteers build confidence, develop essential skills, and gain a recognised certificate for volunteering and future opportunities