ADULT COURSE GUIDE
Learn Something New This Year
Welcome to your journey of growth and opportunity at Worthing College and Northbrook College – proudly rated Outstanding by Ofsted for our exceptional adult education provision.
If you’re thinking of learning something new this year, then Worthing College and Northbrook College are the place to start. Whatever your ambitions - leisure learning and hobbies, or professional courses - we will have a course to help you succeed. And whatever you decide to study, we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.
We also offer a range of free online courses which will get you a level 2 qualification in different fields including business, management, childcare, health care and more. Plus, GCSE English and mathsfree for adults who do not currently have these qualifications.
Whether you want to study for personal satisfaction, to progress your career or to make new friends, you'll find something that sparks your interest, and we look forward to seeing you here soon.
Don’t Let Financial Concerns Stop You Studying
We’ll work with you to find out what support you may be entitled to and help you access any funding available. Here are just some of the options available to help you fund your education.
Level 2 and 3 entitlement
Fee waivers may be available for students aged 19-23 at the start of their course who are studying their first government-designated full level 2 or level 3 qualification.
Unemployed and low wage earners
You may be eligible for fee waivers on level 2 and below courses if you are either unemployed and in receipt of certain benefits, or you earn less than £25,000 annual gross salary.
REFUND POLICY
One-day courses
Free courses for jobs
Free courses for jobs offer is intended to help adults gain the skills needed to improve their job prospects. Learners aged 19+ may be eligible for a fee waiver if they are unemployed and in receipt of certain benefits for earning less than £25,000 gross annual salary. Learners aged 19-23 may also be eligible if they earn above the threshold but do not already hold a full level 3 qualification.
Advanced Learner Loan for level 3 courses and higher
An Advanced Learner Loan can cover the cost of course fees and you don’t need to start repayments until your income is over a certain amount (the ‘threshold’ amount).
University Level
If you are applying for a university-level course, for example a foundation degree or top-up degree, then you can apply for a loan via Student Finance England.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR FULL INFORMATION ON FEE GUIDANCE AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Apply and Enrol
How
to apply for your course
Online
Many of our courses can be enrolled and paid for online at worthing.ac.uk and northbrook.ac.uk. You can apply online by searching for your course and clicking on the ‘APPLY’ button found on each course page.
Alternatively, we can send you an electronic application form by email upon request. We’ll let you know when we’ve safely received your application with an acknowledgement letter, usually within two weeks.
No refund will be granted to students who withdraw from a one-day class less than 14 days before the start date. In all other cases, if a student cancels their place more than 14 days prior to the course commencement a £50 administration fee is due.
Courses with a duration of less than 13 weeks
No refunds will be given where a student withdraws from the course less than 14 days prior to commencement or once the course has started. In all other cases, if a student cancels their place more than 14 days prior to the course commencement a £50 administration fee is due.
Course duration of 13 weeks or more (excluding university-level students)
Where a student withdraws within the first 28 days following course commencement a £50 administration fee will be due. If a student attends beyond 28 calendar days from the course commencement, the full fee is payable.
It is the student’s responsibility to inform the college in writing that they are leaving their course. Where a student feels that there are exceptional circumstances that prevent them from continuing with their studies, a written application for fee review can be made to a senior CCG representative. Each case will be judged on its merits. Applications must be made within one month of the withdrawn date held on the central student records database. Supporting evidence must be provided with the application. Applications should be emailed to salesledger@chichester.ac.uk
Worthing Northbrook
OUR FACILITIES & CAMPUSES
At Chichester College Group, we believe learning is a lifelong journey. Across our seven colleges in Sussex and Brighton & Hove, we offer inclusive, modern facilities designed to support and inspire learners at every stage of life. With the student experience at the heart of everything we do, our mission is to change lives through learning –creating welcoming spaces where adults can grow, retrain, and thrive.
Brighton MET
Brighton MET is home to two vibrant campuses. Our newly refurbished Central Brighton campus, in the heart of the city's creative quarter, offers high-tech workshops and digital studios.
Just minutes from the Marina, our Brighton East campus sits near the stunning countryside and houses our impressive £9 million construction and trades centredelivering top-tier training in practical skills.
Brinsbury
Set across 570 acres of beautiful countryside near the South Downs National Park, Brinsbury College is where nature meets learning. It offers a unique, hands-on experience where your classroom includes fields, dairy, and livestock. With an animal centre, specialist labs, and a state-of-the-art forge, Brinsbury is the perfect place to study land-based courses in a truly rural setting.
Chichester
One of the largest colleges in the region, Chichester College welcomes thousands of students each year - including over 1,000 from more than 80 countries. It features industry-standard engineering workshops, modern computer labs, and a well-equipped library and learning resource centre.
Worthing
Located between Brighton and Chichester, Worthing College offers easy access to surrounding areas and the town centre. It features excellent sports facilitiesincluding floodlit courts, rugby pitches, and a fully equipped gym - alongside a well-stocked library and collaborative study spaces.
Crawley
Crawley College is perfectly located between Brighton and London, just minutes from Gatwick Airport. Renowned for construction and engineering, it boasts cutting-edge facilities - including the Advanced Technology Centre, IT Academy, and a multi-million-pound STEM hub - for innovative study in IT, media, and engineering.
Northbrook
With over a century of creative excellence, Northbrook is perfectly placed between buzzing Brighton and the South Downs. We offer inspiring courses in art, design, music, and performance.
Our West Durrington campus boasts top-tier facilities - studios, theatres, darkrooms, and a pro-level recording complex. At Shoreham Airport, get hands-on with real vehicles in our advanced motor, hybrid, and motorsport workshops.
Worthing college Accounting
(Delivered in partnership with mindful education)
Gain
Taught part time one day a week and requires independent study at home using Mindful Education.
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Level up your career with our business & management courses. Whether you're aiming to upskill, gain a recognised qualification, or switch careers, our professional courses offer practical knowledge to help you succeed.
Creative Writing
ENGINEERING
Develop practical skills in our industry-standard workshops, designed to simulate real working environments. Our expert tutors will guide you throughout the course, equipping you with the knowledge and experience employers are looking for.
ESOL COURSES
Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to improve existing skills, our modern foreign language courses offer a friendly, supportive environment to learn and grow your confidence in speaking a new language.
British
TAROT
Begin your journey into the mystical world with our beginner-friendly tarot courses. Guided by experienced tutors, you’ll explore the symbolism, meanings, and techniques of tarot reading - perfect for personal growth or developing a new interest.
NORTHBROOK college
ARTS & CRAFTS
Northbrook is known for its inspiring creative courses. Develop new skills or refine existing ones in our modern studios and fully equipped workshops, designed to support hands-on learning.
Jewellery
Jewellery for Beginners Summer School Workshop 5 weeks 10am - 4:30pm 25/07/2025 £256
Painting and Drawing - All Abilities
&
Pottery - Handbuilding and Throwing for Beginners and Improvers 10 weeks 6:30pm - 9pm 24/09/2025 £215
Pottery - Handbuilding and Throwing for Beginners and Improvers
Pottery - Handbuilding and Throwing for Beginners and Improvers 10 weeks 6:30pm - 9pm 15/01/2026 £215
Pottery - Handbuilding and Throwing for Beginners and Improvers 10 weeks 6:30pm - 9pm 15/04/2026 £215
Pottery - Handbuilding and Throwing for Beginners and Improvers
9:30am - 4:30pm 22/09/2025
Stained Glass Beginners 8 weeks 6:30pm - 9pm 02/10/2025 £186
Stained Glass Beginners 8 weeks 6:30pm - 9pm 22/01/2026 £186
Stained Glass Beginners 8 weeks 6:30pm - 9pm 23/04/2026 £186
Dressmaking
If you’re passionate about fashion or love the detail and creativity of garment-making, our dressmaking courses cater to all skill levels and offer a
GCSES FOR ADULTS
Whether you are looking to get your GCSE qualification or improve your confidence in English & maths, we can help. Our tutors are supportive, friendly and experienced. We have excellent achievement rates and will work with you to help you reach your goals. GCSE classes are in the morning, afternoon and evening and all classes last for three hours.
For more information, please visit northbrook.ac.uk/adults
Whether you're a casual learner or a dedicated history buff, there is a unique opportunity to dive deep into the past. Explore the events, people, and cultures that shaped the world as we know it today.
Art History - The Art of Russia: from Pre-history to Putin
Photography
Unlock the full potential of your digital camera with our photography courses. Learn both the technical and artistic sides of photography to capture images you’re proud of.
woodwork
Whether you're new to woodwork or looking to build on existing skills, you'll learn how to use a range of hand tools, prepare timber, and create a variety of project pieces. Gain the practical knowledge needed to craft furniture and other wooden items with confidence and precision.
Unlock your potential with Skills Bootcamps
Your fast-track to career progression
Ready to develop sector-specific skills?
Skills Bootcamps are flexible, intensive training programmes lasting up to 16 weeks. Whether you’re looking to boost your career or make a career change, these programmes are designed to fast-track your career by giving you the skills that employers are looking for.
Designed for adults aged 19+, Skills Bootcamps focus on delivering practical training and support, helping you gain the confidence needed to excel in your chosen sector.
Proudly delivered with:
Why
choose Skills Bootcamps?
Industry-Aligned Training: Developed with employers to meet sector-specific needs.
Flexible & Practical: Structured programmes tailored to help you gain real-world experience.
Fast-Track Career Progression: Whether you're in work or transitioning into a new role, Skills Bootcamps accelerate your career.
Who can join?
> Adults 19+ who live or work in Brighton and Hove for courses located in Brighton
> Adults 19+ who live or work in West Sussex for courses located in Chichester, Crawley and Worthing
> In work or self-employed professionals looking to upskill or grow their business
> Recently unemployed or those returning to work
Bootcamps available in these high-demand sectors:
Business
Project Management - Build core project management skills and tools.
Chichester College
Digital
Software Development – Advance your programming skills in Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and more.
Brighton MET College (Brighton Central Campus)
Green Technologies
Electric Vehicle Installation, Green Construction Technologies. Crawley College
Hospitality & Catering
Customer Service, Food Safety & More –Launch your career in hospitality.
Brighton MET College (Brighton Central Campus)
Construction
Bricklaying, Drylining, Heritage Construction Skills, Painting & Decorating
Brighton MET, Chichester, Crawley and Northbrook Colleges
Early Years
Child Development & Safeguarding – Start a fulfilling career in early years education.
Brighton MET College (Brighton Central Campus)
Health & Social Care
Adult Social Care, Nursing, Social Care. Chichester & Brighton MET Colleges
Upskill your workforce
Give your staff the skills they need to succeed in new roles or advance in their current positions. Enjoy substantial discounts on course fees by referring employees to Skills Bootcamps. Eligibility Criteria Apply.
For more information or to register your interest, visit chigroup.ac.uk and search Skills Bootcamps.
FIND YOUR FOCUS
with University courses at CCG
Ready to boost your career, change direction, or chase that dream job? At CCG we've got your back with local University-Level qualifications.
Study locally at CCG and graduate with a degree accredited by top universities like:
Scan me for more information! chigroup.ac.uk/university-level
Our courses
> Animal Management & Care
> Business & Management
> Computing & Digital Tech
> Construction
> Creative Media
> Digital Media (Graphics, Illustration & Photography)
> Engineering & Technology
> Fine Art, Textiles & Fashion
> Healthcare Practice
> Motorsport
> Music
> Sport, Health & Exercise Sciences
> Technical Theatre & Performance
> Theatre & Dance
Our colleges
Free Online Courses
Looking to expand your skills, start your dream career, or gain CPD? Distance learning could be for you!
Access course content anytime via our online platform and receive detailed feedback from your assessor. Our friendly team is here to support your return to education. Boost your CV with our free online courses and gain the edge you need!
Subject areas include:
> Business & Management
> Childcare
> Health Care
> Sport & Fitness
> Workplace Skills
Why Choose Us?
> Get help and support from your assigned tutor
> Achieve a recognised level 2 certificate
> No college attendance required
> Courses take 4 – 12 weeks to complete. At your own pace, any time of day.
> Receive online course materials and log in to your own learning portal.
To view our full list of courses, access sample content and apply online, please go to: ccg.theskillsnetwork.com
Please Note: To be eligible to complete a VRQ you must be at least 19 years of age and/or over and you will need to be living in England for 3 consecutive years or more. This is due to Government funding rules. If you have any enquiries relating to our free courses, please email: DistanceLearning@chigroup.ac.uk
Routes into Employment
Chichester College Group, working in partnership with West Sussex County Council, is delivering its ‘Routes into Employment’ programmes in the following sectors:
• Routes into Construction
• Routes into Health and Early Years
• Routes into the ‘Green’ sector
These professional courses lead to nationally recognised qualifications which can help boost your career prospects.
Courses have an attendance over one or two weeks at Chichester, Crawley and Worthing colleges. All courses have practical elements which simulate real work environments.
These courses are open to adults resident across West Sussex and neighbouring areas (East Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire).
Quotes from recent attendees across our courses:
I was glad to join and study in your course. This course helped me to be more confident and to find a new job. Now I have been working in a Nursery in Worthing for four months and I am very satisfied with my new job. Thank you very much for the training, this certificate is the basis of my work”.
I feel like construction courses like this are great to help people see if this is what they want to pursue instead of going straight to a full course.”
Never done anything like this before and really enjoyed it. Lots of information and great teachers.”
I think the course is such a broad one and has opened many avenues in further interests of employment.”
Everything I’ve learned will be so helpful in my intended career.”
This course helped me to understand about job interviews.”
To find out more visit chigroup.ac.uk/routes
CHANGING LIVES THROUGH LEARNING
Disclaimer: Information contained in this guide is accurate at the time of printing (June 2025). Please ensure you check our website or speak to an admissions advisor for latest course information.
Open EVENTS
We look forward to welcoming you to one of our open events. For more information, visit our websites or scan the relevant code below:
Worthing College Autumn:
• Thursday 16 October 2025
4.30-7pm
• Tuesday 21 October 2025
4.30-7pm
Spring:
• Monday 16 March 2026
4.30-7pm
Book now
Northbrook College Autumn:
• Wednesday 8 October 2025 4.30-7pm
• Saturday 18 October 2025 10am-1pm Spring:
• Tuesday 3 March 2026
4.30-7pm
• Thursday 7 May 2026 4.30-7pm
• Saturday 6 June 10am-1pm Book now
Worthing: 01903 275755
info@worthing.ac.uk worthing.ac.uk
Northbrook: 01903 273060
enquiries-worthing@gbmc.ac.uk
northbrook.ac.uk