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EBCF West Midlands Supporting neighbourhoods with jobs, enterprise and training at our centres throughout the West Midlands.

EBCF West Midlands provide FREE courses and trainnig to anyone aged 19+ within the Birmingham area; helping them get into work. We provide the following courses for FREE:

• Literacy courses (entry level to Level 2)
• Numeracy courses (entry level to Level 2
• Pre Esol
• ESOL English
• Employment Support
• Functional Skills Literacy/Numeracy

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐢𝐫 & 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲? 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝!Sign up for our FREE Level 1 Hair and Beauty...
22/10/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐢𝐫 & 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲? 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝!

Sign up for our FREE Level 1 Hair and Beauty course, funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA).

Gain practical skills, build your confidence and have the opportunity to progress to a Level 2 Cosmetic Make- Up course.

📅 Start Date: Monday 2nd November 2026
📍 Location: Summerfield Community Centre, B18 4EJ
⏳ Duration: 7 weeks | Classroom learning

Ready to take the next step? Enrol today!

📞 0121 328 4998
🌐 www.ebcf.org.uk

Looking to upskill while working?Our remote courses are available for employed individuals living in Birmingham, Sandwel...
24/09/2026

Looking to upskill while working?

Our remote courses are available for employed individuals living in Birmingham, Sandwell and Solihull, with sign-ups open throughout September and October.

Choose from:
• Health and Social Care Level 1 & Level 2
• Customer Service Level 1 & Level 2
• Warehousing with FLT Level 1 & Level 2
• Digital Skills Level 1 & Level 2
• Team Leading Level 2

Learn remotely at your own pace, with courses lasting up to 12 weeks.

Free gym membership and bus pass support are also available if needed.

Apply now at www.ebcf.org.uk/book-a-free-course/ or call 0121 328 4998.

***𝐏𝐈𝐙𝐙𝐀 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆!***A big thank you to GoodGym for helping brighten up our Summerfield Community Centre! 🎨After the...
14/09/2026

***𝐏𝐈𝐙𝐙𝐀 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆!***

A big thank you to GoodGym for helping brighten up our Summerfield Community Centre! 🎨

After their team run from the city centre, the group enjoyed some pizza before getting stuck into painting our new community and heritage room.🍕

Combining staying active with giving something back to the local community, they brought plenty of energy, teamwork and enthusiasm to the centre.

Thank you to everyone who took part and helped make Summerfield a more welcoming space for local people. A big thank you also to Frank Harris for bringing us together!

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Read a Book Day encourages us all to pick up a book and spend some time reading. But for many people, reading confidentl...
06/09/2026

Read a Book Day encourages us all to pick up a book and spend some time reading. But for many people, reading confidently in English is not something they can take for granted.

During the 2025–26 academic year, 41% of our learners did not hold a recognised English qualification and were enrolled on an ESOL course at EBCF.

For these learners, learning English was about much more than completing a course. It was about building the confidence to read and understand information, communicate in everyday situations, continue learning and access new opportunities.

So, as we mark Read a Book Day, it is also worth recognising those for whom being able to read and understand English with confidence represents meaningful progress in itself.

We are signing up employed learners throughout September for our WMCA-funded free Level 2 courses. Courses available: ✅ ...
27/08/2026

We are signing up employed learners throughout September for our WMCA-funded free Level 2 courses.

Courses available:
✅ Health and Social Care Level 2
✅ Customer Service Level 2
✅ Warehousing and Storage Level 2
✅ Digital Skills Level 2
✅ Team Leading Level 2

Remote options are available on selected courses.


To find out more or register your interest, contact us on 0121 328 4998 or email [email protected]

EBCF’s new Online Training platform gives you access to 150+ nationally recognised courses across a wide range of indust...
25/08/2026

EBCF’s new Online Training platform gives you access to 150+ nationally recognised courses across a wide range of industries.

From AI and Health & Safety to Abrasive Wheels, Business Skills, Care, Construction and more, there are plenty of options whether you want to develop your existing skills or learn something completely new.

Getting started is simple:

✅ Choose your course
✅ Pay online at a nominal cost
✅ Complete it online at your own convenience
✅ Get certified

Learn at a time and pace that works for you.

Whether you’re looking to upskill for work, strengthen your CV or gain new skills, explore the full range of courses today.

👉 Choose your course, start learning and get certified:
https://www.ebcf.org.uk/online-training/

Our upcoming WMCA-funded free course schedule is now available. With courses starting throughout the coming weeks, now i...
20/08/2026

Our upcoming WMCA-funded free course schedule is now available.

With courses starting throughout the coming weeks, now is a great time to see what’s available and choose a course that fits your goals.

✅ Fully funded courses
✅ Different subjects and skill levels
✅ Upcoming start dates available
✅ Easy online registration

👉 View upcoming courses and register:
https://www.ebcf.org.uk/course-dates/

Looking for a WMCA-funded free course but not sure where to start? Booking with EBCF is simple - Choose the course you’...
18/08/2026

Looking for a WMCA-funded free course but not sure where to start?

Booking with EBCF is simple - Choose the course you’re interested in, complete a quick form on our website, and our team will contact you to discuss your options and help you take the next step.

Whether you want to build new skills, improve your career prospects or simply learn something new, getting started could be easier than you think.

👉 Book your free course today:
https://www.ebcf.org.uk/book-a-free-course/

A wonderful celebration hosted by Dorcas at EBCF Summerfield Community Centre It was great to see the space come alive w...
12/08/2026

A wonderful celebration hosted by Dorcas at EBCF Summerfield Community Centre

It was great to see the space come alive with food stalls, activities for children, a bouncy castle and plenty of space for everyone to enjoy the day.

If you’re planning an event of your own, we have a range of flexible indoor and outdoor spaces available to hire.

Whether you need a small meeting room, an indoor space for up to 150 people, a sports hall or a larger outdoor area, we can help you find a space that works for your event.

✅ Meeting rooms
✅ Indoor event spaces
✅ Sports hall
✅ Large outdoor area
✅ Free on-site parking
✅ Suitable for community events, celebrations, meetings, activities and more

📞 To enquire about hosting your event with us, call 0121 454 9133

International Youth Day is an opportunity to recognise both the potential of young people and the shared challenges they...
12/08/2026

International Youth Day is an opportunity to recognise both the potential of young people and the shared challenges they face around the world, including access to education, skills and employment.

The UK continues to face these challenges too, particularly for young people who are not currently in education, employment or training (NEET).

At EBCF, we are committed to helping young people develop the skills and confidence they need to move forward.

During the 2025–26 academic year, 16% of total learners on our courses were categorised as NEET, reflecting our ongoing work to create accessible pathways back into learning, training and employment.

58% progressed into employment with an additional 17% accessing higher education.

If you are aged 19–25 and not in education or employment, we have a range of FREE courses that can help you develop new skills and take your next step.

You can contact us on 0121 328 4998 or email us at [email protected]

Address

73 Alum Rock Road
Birmingham
B81LY

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441213284998

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