Article written by Emma, Curriculum Lead for Digital & Science I wanted to feel more confident in using the computer. I was afraid to touch it, afraid to go on the internet to buy something and to research things but now I can buy things and I don’t need to depend on other people to…
I have always doubted my ability but noticed that you had used my picture of Florence Nightingale in your last ACL Discover Magazine which encouraged me to enter the Explore Essex Park Art Competition. Park Art Competition winner In April we partnered up with our friends at Explore Essex and launched the Park Art Competition.…
Over the past year, many of our classes moved online. In the comfort of their own homes, our creative learners were able to flourish and explore their talents. Level 1 Creative Art & Design learner Claire recently shared her experiences with us. “Each week my tutor, Abbie, delivered carefully planned lessons which incorporated many different…
Festival of Learning is the biggest celebration of lifelong learning in England. These awards highlight the benefits of learning, celebrate achievements of adults who have used learning to transform their lives, and encourage everyone to embrace lifelong learning. We are proud to announce that our Mental Health Recovery, Family and Community Learning and Supported Learning teams…
Today we celebrate International Nurses’ Day. We continue to be grateful for the incredible people who work in healthcare and their selfless contribution to the community. At ACL, we have a range of pathways and opportunities that support you to start or progress your career in nursing. “Nursing staff working through the pandemic…
“I am going to make myself a care plan, I will continue setting myself achievable goals and know the importance of looking after myself.” Feedback from Mental Health Recovery & Wellbeing Learner It’s Mental Health Awareness week and this year’s official theme is nature. Nature is so central to our psychological and emotional health. For most of human history,…
“As local businesses are the backbone of the UK economy, Local Business Week was set up to celebrate and advise local enterprises to maximise their potential.” We support local businesses Throughout the pandemic, we have continued to support employers to recognise business needs and skills gaps through our new blended delivery model. We complete an…
Our ACL Salon’s have reopened for barbering and hair treatments. The Hair Salon provides learners with the opportunity to work in a realistic working environment and provide you with a professional service. Qualified tutors supervise learners at all times. We have Salons within our centres at Brentwood, Colchester, and Witham. There are a range of…
Huge congratulations to Danielle Nolan who won a Pivot Point competition with these gorgeous hair styles. Her entry was amongst others from fully qualified stylist and her natural ability secured her the win. “My aim from the course is to be able to work part time in a salon or be a mobile hairdresser, eventually…
New online courses that give you the chance to receive a qualification and develop a portfolio, whilst expressing your creativity through your love of crafts. Course information Start Date: 26 May – 7 June (an assessment will need to be completed prior to start date, please enrol on course to book your assessment) Start Time and…