Winter causing worry? We know costs can often increase in the winter, from higher energy bills to the festive season and even unexpected repairs. This is why we have pulled together some great money saving tips from some savvy learners! Keep reading to discover new ways you can cut costs without having a miserable holiday...
Five years ago, after my then seven-year-old was diagnosed with dyslexia, I wanted to be able to help him with school. Being undiagnosed dyslexic at the time, I had not done well at school. But my son gave me the drive to apply to ACL to study GCSE English. Nervousness does not cut how I...
We recently caught up with Tarnya, who completed an early years skills bootcamp, to find out more about how the bootcamp supported her to develop her skills, knowledge and confidence. Find out what she has to say below: Why did you undertake the Early Years Skills Bootcamp? It was the fastest route to go through...
We recently caught up with Rose, a care manager at Magic Helping Hands, to learn more about how the Nightingale Bursary has helped her team access fully funded training in health and social care and develop their skills and confidence in the workplace. Find out what she has to say below: What is your position...
We recently interviewed Paul, one of our Mental Health tutors and here is what he had to say. Could you briefly describe your background and what led you to become a mental health tutor? I’ve been a qualified trainer for about 20 years, and I’ve also lectured in play work and youth work at university...
New scheme will break down barriers to employment and help residents gain new skills. People in Maldon are being encouraged to sign up for free employment and skills support. Adult Community Learning Essex and Maldon District Council have launched a new scheme that aims to increase skills and boost employability. Residents that sign up will...
When Dagenham-based Fatmata Sawi was approached by her manager to complete a care course at ACL Essex, Fatmata took up the chance with both hands. Fatmata completed the course online and gained a qualification that helped improve the care service she was providing for the people she looks after. After studying at ACL Essex, Fatmata...
This week is Maths Week ACL Essex is here to bust some Maths myths and show you just how useful maths is in everyday life. Maths: The Building Block of the Universe Have you ever wondered how rockets launch into space, how video games are created, or how architects design towering skyscrapers? The answer lies...
As I write this, we have just come to the end of Lifelong Learning week 2024. We’ve been sharing inspirational stories of learners who have changed the direction of their lives by learning something new, whether for self or their career. With the focus heavily on individuals I turned my thoughts to how Lifelong Learning...
Lifelong Learning Week has given us a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our learners who exemplify lifelong learning and share stories of those who transformed their lives through ACL Essex. Lifelong learning comes with so many benefits, including, keeping up with the latest technologies and trends, developing new skills, and finding new opportunities in both your...