Calderdale College

AI Workshop for Leaders: Boost Productivity, Innovation and Decision-Making
2026-04-29 09:00 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Inspire Centre, Calderdale College, Francis Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX13UZ, United Kingdom
Live Podcast + CPD Sessions | Free Leadership Event at Calderdale College
How can AI help you become a more productive, effective leader?
At Calderdale College, we are holding a FREE morning of CPD workshops as part of our Xpert Lounge Live podcast event, exploring how AI is transforming leadership, productivity and decision-making in organisations today.
This training is designed for leaders, managers, business owners and professionals who want to better understand how AI can support them in their role and help their teams work smarter.
You’ll hear from leading AI specialists and industry experts, take part in practical CPD sessions and gain insights you can immediately apply to your workplace.
The two CPD workshops will be delivered by:

Dr Adrian Jarvis, University of Huddersfield and author of ‘AI and the Future of Leadership’
Jack Leng, Head of Digital Transformation at Calderdale College and Kirsty Ingleson, Head of Digital Innovation and AI at Leeds College of Building

Following the CPD sessions, you’ll be part of the live audience for our Xpert Lounge Live podcast. This is a unique opportunity to hear from industry-leading experts Ben Muncaster, Director of AI and Operations at Northern Accountants, and Ant Morse, Futurist, Author & AI Advisor at Adventa Tech, as they share insights into their roles and explore the evolving impact of AI. Expect an engaging, thought-provoking discussion packed with real-world perspectives and future-focused ideas.
The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A, giving you the chance to put your questions directly to the experts.
Whether you’re curious about AI, already experimenting with tools like ChatGPT and Copilot or thinking about how AI fits into your organisation’s future, this event will give you the knowledge and confidence to use it effectively.
Event details
The event will be hosted at our Calderdale College campus on Francis Street in Halifax, HX1 3UZ. Please arrive at 9am ready for a 9.30am start. Refreshments will be provided throughout the morning. Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.
Click here to book your place.

Amaranth Creative Industries Showcase 2026
2026-06-10 09:00 - 2026-06-21 16:00 | Crossley Gallery, Dean Clough, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 5AX, United Kingdom
Save the date for our FREE creative student showcase at Dean Clough!
Brought to you by Calderdale College and University Centre Calderdale College, the Creative Student Showcase is a summer exhibition at Dean Clough’s Crossley Gallery, featuring the artistic works of our Degree, Access to Higher Education and 16-18 students studying creative courses at the College.
This 11 day showcase is an opportunity to experience the expression and bold imagination of the next generation of creatives. Get inspired and learn about the Creative Industries and courses at Calderdale College ✨
Drop in anytime Monday to Friday 9am-5pm or Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm.
Got a question about your visit? Please email reception@deanclough.com – see you there! For more information about our courses, visit calderdale.ac.uk/courses

Employer Launch - Leadership Excellence Programme
2026-06-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Inspire Centre, Calderdale College, Francis Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX13UZ, United Kingdom
Are your managers ready to become exceptional leaders?

Join us on Thursday 11 June, 9.00am – 12.00pm for the launch of our brand-new Leadership Excellence Programme, a Level 5 Leadership & Management apprenticeship designed to develop confident, high-impact leaders.
Aimed at local employers and business leaders, this engaging morning event will give you practical insight into why investing in leadership has never been more important.
You will hear from Matthew Metcalfe, Head of Recruitment at BES Group. Matthew played a crucial role in our Employer Leadership Steering Group and will be joining us to talk about the importance of leadership in today’s workplace, including its impact on performance, culture and retention, and why continued investment in leadership development is so important.
Our Course Leader, Ruth Peel, will then officially launch the new programme. She will cover the programme structure and key features, the benefits for your organisation, and lead a short interactive CPD session with practical takeaways that you can apply immediately.
The session will conclude with a live Q&A panel featuring Matthew, Ruth, apprenticeship employers and former participants. This will give you the opportunity to ask questions and explore how the programme could work for your business.
There will also be a guest speaker delivering a talk on leadership, with more details to be announced soon.
The arrival is from 9:00am for a 9:30am start.
Please note this event is exclusively for employers, and we are unable to accommodate training providers at this time.

Book your place here.

Free Courses for Jobs Open Event
2026-06-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Inspire Centre, Calderdale College, Francis Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX13UZ, United Kingdom
On the job hunt or looking to take a step up?

Join us at our open event on Monday 22 June 4 – 6pm and discover our range of FREE courses through the Government’s ‘Free Courses for Jobs’ scheme.
These courses are designed to help adults get back into work or reach the next stage of their career.
You can study a course completely FREE if you…

Don’t already hold a Level 3 qualification

Hold a Level 3 qualification but are unemployed
Hold a Level 3 qualification, are employed or self-employed but earn less than £26,750 per annum

Participants must be 19+ and reside in West Yorkshire.
Click here to secure your place today! Please note, only the person interested in studying a course is required to book a spot. Friends and family are welcome to come along.
