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Courses for Carers

Benefit from a wide range of courses at RHACC

Here at RHACC we understand the challenges of those caring for loved ones. We provide carers with a range of courses, activities and services.

Join our courses for free – improve wellbeing, stay connected, and meet new people.
Plan for the future by accessing careers information, advice and guidance, and vocational training.
Access to a range of services in our Learning Resource Centre.

Carers can take one free course per term from the list below. You cannot currently enrol on a free course online. To enquire about your free place simply contact the Learner Services Team or drop into reception, and we’ll complete your booking.

Call our Learner Services Team on 020 8891 5907 or contact us via email at enrol@rhacc.ac.uk.

We are located in the heart of vibrant Richmond—just one minute from the High Street. With inspiring spaces and excellent facilities, we’re here to support every step of your learning journey.

Inspiring Facilities

Enjoy light-filled studios and specialist workshops: large art rooms and studios, dedicated craft spaces for ceramics, glass, jewellery, printmaking, photography, painting and drawing and more.

Expert Tutors

Learn from enthusiastic professionals who are specialists in their field—committed to nurturing your creative journey, whether that’s refining skills or exploring career pathways.

Flexible Learning Options

Planned to fit your life: We have a wide variety daytime, evening and weekend classes and options across our Richmond campus and community venues.

Creative Community and Exhibition Opportunities

Join a vibrant creative community and showcase your work in our Edwardian Atrium gallery or participate in virtual exhibits.

Wide Course Selection

Choose from a wide variety of course areas and levels (from beginner to advanced) to suit your needs

An Introduction to Drawing
Start Date: Tuesday, 2nd June 2026
End Date: Tuesday, 7th July 2026
Time: 3pm-5:30pm Tue
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Full Fee: £155
Are you a complete beginner wanting to explore your creative side? This introductory drawing course offers a supportive environment to learn essential skills. You’ll discover how to observe and record line and tone using various materials. This…
Arabic Beginners Stage 1
Start Date: Wednesday, 3rd June 2026
End Date: Wednesday, 8th July 2026
Time: 4pm-6pm Wed
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Full Fee: £118
Arabic is one of the world’s most widely spoken languages, with over 300 million speakers across the Middle East and North Africa. This short, practical course focuses on learning spoken Arabic for holidays and travel.
Block Printing, Painting and Image Transfer for Textiles – Summer School
Start Date: Friday, 10th July 2026
Time: 10am-5pm Fri
Duration: 1 day
Level: Non Accredited
Full Fee: £79
Want to explore your creativity and learn a new skill? This summer school is perfect for anyone interested in textile design and printing. You’ll be introduced to block printing, painting directly onto fabric, and heat transfer techniques. Discover…
Build your own Terrarium
Start Date: Friday, 26th June 2026
Time: 1pm-3pm Fri
Duration: 1 day
Level: Non Accredited
Full Fee: £41
Ever wondered how terrariums work and how they thrive on their own? In this course, you’ll discover the secrets of these self-contained ecosystems and learn how to care for them. Perfect for plant lovers and beginners alike, you’ll gain the…
Business Startup – Introduction
Start Date: Wednesday, 3rd June 2026
End Date: Wednesday, 24th June 2026
Time: 6:30pm-9pm Wed
Duration: 4 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Full Fee: £91
Ready to turn your skills into a thriving business? This introductory course is designed for anyone who dream of launching their own venture. You’ll gain essential knowledge and practical skills to confidently navigate the world of business. Learn…
Ceramics – An Introduction to Making
Start Date: Tuesday, 2nd June 2026
End Date: Tuesday, 7th July 2026
Time: 9:30am-12:30pm Tue
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Full Fee: £189
Are you curious about working with clay? This 6-week course is designed for complete beginners or those with limited experience. You’ll learn fundamental hand-building techniques, studio processes, and how to glaze your projects. Develop your…
Ceramics – Handbuilding, Coiling and Pinching – traditional techniques
Start Date: Tuesday, 2nd June 2026
End Date: Tuesday, 7th July 2026
Time: 1:30pm-4:30pm Tue
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Full Fee: £189
Want to create beautiful objects from clay using simple techniques? On this course, you’ll learn the historic methods of coiling and pinching to hand-build a wide range of ceramic pieces. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist,…
Ceramics for Wellbeing
Start Date: Monday, 1st June 2026
End Date: Monday, 29th June 2026
Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm Mon
Duration: 5 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Full Fee: £160
No places available
Are you looking for a creative outlet that also boosts your wellbeing? This Ceramics for Wellbeing course offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the world of ceramics. You’ll learn techniques to create simple items, experiment with decoration and…
Ceramics Throwing Week – Beginners – Summer School
Start Date: Monday, 20th July 2026
Time: 10am-4pm Mon, 10am-4pm Tue, 10am-4pm Wed, 10am-4pm Thu, 10am-4pm Fri
Duration: 5 days
Level: Non Accredited
Full Fee: £277
No places available
Want to learn the art of pottery throwing? This fun, practical beginner’s course will give you a solid understanding of throwing on the wheel. Over five days, you’ll create your own set of mugs and/or bowls. This concentrated practice, guided by a…
Chair Yoga
Start Date: Friday, 5th June 2026
End Date: Friday, 10th July 2026
Time: 1pm-2pm Fri
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: 1
Full Fee: £60
This course covers: -A range of chair-based yoga postures designed to support strength, mobility, and balance, all adapted for the specific needs of learners seeking gentle movement. -Relaxation and breathing techniques inspired by yoga traditions,…
Computers and Internet – Improvers
Start Date: Tuesday, 9th June 2026
End Date: Tuesday, 7th July 2026
Time: 3pm-5pm Tue
Duration: 5 weeks
Level: Entry
Full Fee: £91
No places available
In this course you take your understanding of computers further and cover the following: Use application software to create, edit and format data (Word Processing). Create a File Management System. Learn how to use the Internet for (eg online…
Creative Collage
Start Date: Saturday, 6th June 2026
End Date: Saturday, 4th July 2026
Time: 2pm-5pm Sat
Duration: 5 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Full Fee: £164
Want to explore your creative side? On this 5-week course, you’ll discover how versatile collage can be, blending it with painting, printing, and drawing. You’ll learn to combine mixed media techniques and stretch your idea of what collage can…
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Join a welcoming, creative community of diverse learners aged 19+, where you can learn a new craft or prepare for a career in the arts. With expert tuition, inspiring art studios and flexible learning, Richmond Art School is the perfect place to start or grow your creative journey. 

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