Free ACL Essex courses to help your child thrive, and give you a boost too Uniforms labelled (mostly), lunchboxes found (miraculously), and the school run has resumed its daily sprint. As the kids head back to school, this is the perfect moment for parents, carers and grandparents to reset routines and sharpen your own skills...
Breaking Barriers: How ACL Essex is Opening Doors for Adults with Learning Disabilities Across Essex, learners with disabilities are discovering new skills, confidence and independence thanks to ACL Essex’s Supported Learning programme. At the heart of its success is Sharron Howard, Curriculum Lead, who was recently honoured with a prestigious award in recognition of her...
ACL Essex is inviting residents to a free hair and beauty event to showcase their new hair and beauty courses, starting September. Free hair plaiting, nail painting and neck massages will be on offer at ACL Essex’s Hair and Beauty Launch Day on Wednesday 3 September at Signpost Basildon. The event has been set-up to...
This summer, families across Essex have been enjoying a series of vibrant, hands-on learning experiences through ACL Essex’s Summer Fun sessions, and the excitement is far from over. From pirate-themed crafting in Maldon to glitter wand making and cardboard ship building, each session has offered children and parents the chance to explore creativity, learn together, and...
ACL Essex is shining a light on its training and development to employers this National Careers Week, 3-8 March. Adult education provider, ACL Essex is showcasing its courses to local businesses. The support on offer will help businesses across Essex bridge the skills gap. Councillor Tony Ball is Essex County Council’s Cabinet Member for Education...
ACL Essex is offering free training and career support during National Careers Week (3-8 March 2025). The adult education provider is shining a light on its courses to help people across Essex improve their skills and job prospects. Councillor Tony Ball, Essex County Council’s Cabinet Member for Education Excellence, Lifelong Learning and Employability, explains: “National...
Are you passionate about making a difference in the Health and Social Care sector? The ACL Nightingale Health and Social Care Bursary could be your gateway to a rewarding career, just as it has been for Daniel Joseph. Daniel, currently pursuing an Adult Care Level 3 apprenticeship with ACL Essex, embarked on his journey in...
ACL Essex is offering people interested in stepping onto an apprenticeship, and businesses keen to employ an apprentice, a series of free information events during National Apprenticeship Week – 10-16 February. Apprenticeships are a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to step onto the career ladder, change jobs, or upskill. The free event will be on...
ACL Essex’s skills and careers team are highlighting the mentoring support on offer for a wide range of careers, from health and beauty to accounting and finance. The skills and careers team at ACL Essex is shining a light, during National Mentoring Month (January), on the mentoring services available. The New Year is a key...
ACL Essex offers Skills Bootcamps to help people get work-ready and progress in their careers. The free 12-week long courses give people the chance to step on, or up the ladder. Courses are on offer in digital marketing, early years and project management (construction). The programmes start in January 2025 with all participants seeking new...