Looking to Improve Your Essential Skills?
Improving your maths, English, Science or Digital skills can bring huge rewards.
Not only could you achieve a nationally recognised qualification, you’ll also open up doors to employment and further educational opportunities.
You’ll feel more confident in your everyday activities too, whether helping the kids with their homework, budgeting your finances or using online banking.
Courses are suitable for all ability levels including GCSEs. At your assessment our team will agree the best starting point for you and support you to progress through the different levels.
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ACL Essex is the largest provider of adult education in the county. We’re at the heart of our communities across Essex making a difference to residents and businesses, so everyone has the chance to make a difference for themselves, those around them, and the places that they live in.
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English and Maths
We offer English and maths courses at varying locations across Essex:
English
English plays a vital part in our daily lives. Whether applying for a job, helping your children with their homework or just reading a newspaper or online article.
• English Functional Skills
• GCSE English
• Supported Learning English (All Levels)
• Short courses, such as, writing blogs and shopping online
Maths
Maths plays a vital part in our daily lives. Whether creating a budget for the month, measuring for a DIY project or following a recipe, improving your maths skills can help.
• Maths Functional Skills
• GCSE Maths
• Supported Learning Maths (All Levels)
• Short courses, such as, handling data and mastering composition
Most maths and English courses are fully funded so you won’t need to pay.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
These courses will help you to settle in the UK, gain employment, progress onto other training courses or just be more confident in communicating with other people.
• ESOL Beginner to Advanced
• ESOL For Families
• ESOL Digital Skills
• ESOL Maths
Employability
Are you looking to improve your employment prospects to get back into work or move into a new job opportunity?
We are here to give you the tools you need to help you succeed.
Funding support could be available
Coming here it’s given me the confidence. It is a close-knit class, we all get along with each other and support each other.
Cassie, Maths functional skills learner
Boost your career prospects and build up your own personal skills. GCSE’s could also enable you to access Higher Education courses including degree level Apprenticeships.
• GCSE English
• GCSE Maths
• GCSE Chemistry
• GCSE Physics
• GCSE Biology
GCSE Communication
Develop your communication skills whilst connecting with people in the community. Our courses can also support those with hearing loss and assist you in supporting others with communication difficulties.
• British Sign Language (BSL)
• Makaton
Science
Science is not only fascinating, it’s a powerful tool for developing analytical thinking and transferable skills that are highly valued in the workplace. Studying science can open doors to a wide range of career opportunities and progression routes.
First Aid
Whether you’re looking to boost your confidence, enhance your CV, or be prepared to help in an emergency, our first aid courses are designed to give you the practical skills and knowledge you need.
• Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3
• Emergency Paediatric First Aid Level 3
Digital Skills
Whether you’re navigating everyday life, seeking your next job opportunity, or aiming to advance your career, our ICT and digital skills courses are designed to meet you where you are and take you where you want to go.
Desktop Digital Skills
Explore everything from navigating your devices to mastering online shopping and staying safe on the internet. With hands-on activities and engaging lessons, you’ll learn to tackle everyday tech challenges with ease.
Digital Functional Skills
Unlock your potential with our Digital Functional Skills qualifications! This course empowers you to confidently navigate the digital world, enhancing your personal and professional capabilities.
Essential Digital Skills for ESOL Learners
Unlock the digital world with our Essential Digital Skills course tailored for ESOL learners! You’ll gain practical skills to navigate everyday digital tasks confidently, from making appointments and shopping online to conducting video calls and troubleshooting basic issues.
Digital Job Hunting Smart Device Skills
Ready to conquer your tech fears? Join our exciting course designed for those who feel unsure about technology. By the end, you’ll embrace technology with confidence, making it a valuable part of your daily routine.
This intensive 2 day-course will introduce you to various methods of applying for jobs. Perfect for those looking to enhance their job application skills.
Social Media for Job Seekers
Unlock the potential of social media in your job search! Discover the differences between general and specialist platforms, and learn how to use them safely and responsibly. Master job prospecting techniques, create standout profiles, network with employers, and leverage social media to boost your career opportunities.
And Many More...
• Be an ACL Digital Champion
• Workplace Digital Skills
• Cybersecurity
• Introduction to Web Design
• Introduction to Programming
• Digital Skills for the Self Employed
• Microsoft 365 Essentials
• Microsoft 365 Advanced
• Mobile App Creation
• Digital and Social Media Marketing
How to enrol
Once you have chosen your course/s, you can either enrol on our website or by phone. Alternatively you can visit one of our centres.
aclessex.com/centres
1. Online
Visit www.aclessex.com and create an account. You can then either search for the course title using the search box or browse our website.
Once the course has been selected, you will be asked to fill out an enrolment form (non-qualification) or asked to enrol onto an assessment session (qualification).
2. Phone
Call 0345 603 7635 and you will be put through to a member of our customer service team.
Our phone lines are open Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 5pm, unless otherwise stated.
Equality and Diversity
ACL welcomes everyone and is committed to fairness and equal chances for all learners. We do not accept any form of discrimination. Our courses are open and inclusive. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, races, religions, and sexual orientations to join, and we actively support Equality and Diversity in everything we do.
Safeguarding
We want everyone at ACL to feel safe. We look after the wellbeing of all learners, staff, volunteers, and visitors, especially those who may be more vulnerable. We have clear policies to deal with any concerns, and all staff are trained to help. Learners are also told how to report anything that worries them.
August 2025
Please Note:
It is always our intention to run our courses as advertised, however if demand is low, they may be postponed or cancelled. Alternative options will be offered in these circumstances. Prices are in line with our fees and charges policy. For full information, please visit www.aclessex.com/fees-policy