We recently caught up with Necitas, a dedicated learner who has built a fulfilling career in health and social care. Her journey through ACL’s Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Adult Care and the support of the Nightingale Care Bursary has helped her grow in confidence, take on new responsibilities, and continue her...
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The ACL Poppins Bursary: Amanda’s Path into Early Years Education
We recently caught up with learner Amanda, who shared her inspiring journey from working with horses to becoming an Early Years Practitioner. After losing her job and seeking advice from her daughter’s school, Amanda discovered the opportunity to retrain through ACL. With support from the Poppins Early Years bursary, Amanda embraced the challenge of returning...
GCSE results: Sophie opens door on nursing career
Adult learners across Essex opened their GCSE results on Thursday 21 August. This year, ACL Essex supported lots of adults to boost their career opportunities by gaining GCSEs in English, Maths and Science. Sophie Willsher is 32, lives in Silver End, near Witham and is mum to a three-year-old girl. Sophie works as a Health...
GCSE results: Lenny stays focussed with ACL support
Adult learners across Essex opened their GCSE results on Thursday 21 August. This year, ACL Essex supported lots of adults to boost their career opportunities by gaining GCSEs in English, Maths and Science. Lenny Bright, 24, is from Colchester and gained a GCSE Level 4 in Biology in August and now intends to go to...
GCSE results: Jonathan to pass on his skills and experience to teach future chefs
Adult learners across Essex opened their GCSE results on Thursday 21 August. This year, ACL Essex supported lots of adults to boost their career opportunities by gaining GCSEs in English, Maths and Science. Jonathan Cook, 37, from Colchester, has been a chef for over 20 years and is looking for career change; he now wants...
GCSE results: David’s career goes to the next level
Adult learners across Essex opened their GCSE results on Thursday 21 August. This year, ACL Essex supported lots of adults to boost their career opportunities by gaining GCSEs in English, Maths and Science. David Scales is 53, lives in Colchester but has worked in Chelmsford for the last seven years as an Emergency Care Support...
GCSE results: Charlie makes his dreams come true
Adult learners across Essex opened their GCSE results on Thursday 21 August. This year, ACL Essex supported lots of adults to boost their career opportunities by gaining GCSEs in English, Maths and Science. Charlie Rose, 20, from Walton-on-the-Naze, studied GCSE English at ACL Essex’s Colchester site, gaining a grade 4 pass that will enable him...
Hamida’s Journey into Early Years Education
We recently caught up with Hamida, a learner who has progressed from Level 2 to Level 3 in Early Years with the support of the Poppins Bursary. Her story is a brilliant example of how determination, support, and the right funding can open doors to new opportunities. Starting My Journey Before coming to live in...
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You’ve got an idea. Maybe it’s a product, a service or a hobby that’s ready to turn into something bigger. You’re feeling motivated, inspired and perhaps a little unsure of where to begin. That’s completely normal. Starting a business can feel exciting but also overwhelming. The good news? You don’t need to have it all...
Build a Greener Future with Retrofit Training
Love the idea of making homes more energy efficient? Want to be part of the UK’s journey to net zero? That’s where retrofitting comes in: upgrading existing homes to be warmer, greener, and more energy efficient. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to take your skills to the next level, ourretrofit courses can help you...