Improving Lives Through Learning

ACL is the largest provider of adult learning programmes in Essex. With ten centres across the county and hundreds of courses on offer there's something for everyone. Our aim is to improve people's lives through learning.

Courses include: Accounting, Silversmithing, Foreign Languages, Management, Art & Creative subjects, GCSE's, Access to Higher Education, Information Technology, Law, Childcare, Barbering, Counselling, Beauty & Complementary Therapies, First Aid, Mental Health Recovery, Support Work in Schools, Maths and English, Housekeeping, Upholstery, Floristry, Mindfulness, Photography…the list is almost endless!

19+ Advanced Learner Loans are available to help you cover the cost of some courses with others being free or part funded.

Our apprenticeship offer is available to school and college leavers as well as those seeking a career change or an opportunity to upskill in their current role. Programmes are available at levels 2, 3, 4 & 5 and include, Accounting, Adult Care, Business Administration, Business & Finance, Care Management, Childcare, Customer Service, Healthcare, Management, Residential Childcare, Schools Business Professional and Teaching Assistant.

If you want to kick start your career, boost your skills & gain qualifications, learn something new or make friends and build your confidence contact us today ' we'd love to hear from you. We support businesses and individuals and have dedicated teams ready to answer all your questions and help you make that next step. You can also check out our website www.aclessex.com for up to date course dates and prices.