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The Beauty Therapy Diploma programme is aimed at those looking to work in the beauty industry. This course allows you to develop and practice the skills required for employment in industry.

LevelLevel 2
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationTwo Years
Year 1: Level 2
Year 2: Level 3*
*Level 3 offered at Colchester only
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaBeauty Therapy
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 years old study programme only: Free

Learn how to become a professional bricklayer and work towards a career in the fast-growing construction industry. This is a three year programme of study consisting of three qualifications.

LevelLevel 1
Level 2
Level 3
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationThree years
Year 1: Level 1
Year 2: Level 2
Year 3: Level 3*
*Level 3 available at Colchester Campus only
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreasBricklaying, Building and Decorating
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: Year 1: £1,470
19+: Year 2: £1,866
19+: Year 3: £3,345*

The course provides a nationally recognised and vocationally specific qualification with which to enter employment or to progress to higher education such as a degree in business and/or management or an associated specialist field.

LevelLevel 3
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationTwo years | Year 1: Foundation Diploma | Year 2: Extended Diploma | 2 years: Career Ready/Extended Diploma
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaBusiness and Accounting
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £6,602 (This fee covers the full two-year course)

The Carpentry and Joinery Diploma is a three year programme of study consisting of three qualifications. The programme has been specifically developed for delivery in a training environment using simulated conditions. Assessment is based on the student showing what they can do as an individual through the completion of practical tasks and unit tests.

LevelLevel 1
Level 2
Level 3
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationThree Years
Year 1: Level 1
Year 2: Level 2
Year 3: Level 3
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaWood Occupations
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: Year 1: £1,483
19+: Year 2: £1,657
19+: Year 3: £1,840*

The L1 / L2 / L3 City & Guilds welding awards are designed for a range of abilities: from beginners who need basic welding training, to experienced welders who want to develop specialist skills.

LevelLevel 1
Level 2
Level 3
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationLevel 1: 10 Weeks
Level 2: 10 Weeks
Level 3: MIG/MMA 15 Weeks
Level 3 TIG: 10 Weeks
Subject AreasEngineering and Manufacturing, Welding and Fabrication
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateTBC
ApplicationsApplications for course waiting lists will open in Autumn
AttendanceOne evening per week
6pm - 9pm
PriceLevel 1: £395
Level 2: £395
Level 3: MIG/MMA - £1,400
Level 3: TIG - £1,100

The Adult Learning Shops offer a flexible learning solution for English and mathematics. Learners can enrol throughout the year and we offer flexible sessions so attend those which suit your needs.

LevelLevel 1
Subject AreaEnglish, Maths GCSEs & Functional Skills
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Braintree
Adult Skills Centre - Clacton
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceFlexible attendance throughout the year

The Adult Learning Shops offer a flexible learning solution for English and mathematics. Learners can enrol throughout the year and we offer flexible sessions so attend those which suit your needs.

LevelLevel 1
Entry Level 3
Subject AreaEnglish, Maths GCSEs & Functional Skills
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Braintree
Adult Skills Centre - Clacton
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceFlexible attendance throughout the year

The Adult Learning Shops offer a flexible learning solution for English and mathematics. Learners can enrol throughout the year and we offer flexible sessions so attend those which suit your needs.

LevelLevel 1
Level 2
Subject AreaEnglish, Maths GCSEs & Functional Skills
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Braintree
Adult Skills Centre - Clacton
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceFlexible attendance throughout the year

The Adult Learning Shops offer a flexible learning solution for English and mathematics. Learners can enrol throughout the year and we offer flexible sessions so attend those which suit your needs.

LevelLevel 1
Level 2
Subject AreaEnglish, Maths GCSEs & Functional Skills
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Braintree
Adult Skills Centre - Clacton
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceFlexible attendance throughout the year

The Level 1 course is designed to to gain the necessary skills allow learners to gain the knowledge and confidence to start a career in engineering.

LevelLevel 1
LocationBraintree
Duration6 weeks
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreasEngineering and Manufacturing, Welding and Fabrication
CampusBraintree Campus
Start Date17/04/2023
PriceFree (*Eligibility criteria applies)

This programme is designed to help you build the knowledge and childcare skills needed when working with children and young people from birth to eight years. It is a level 3 qualification studied over a two year programme.

LevelLevel 3
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationTwo Years
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaChildcare and Early Years
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year old study programme only: Free
Awarding/Validation BodyNCFE

The aim of the Electrical Installations Diploma programme is to enable you to learn the key skills and techniques required to become a trained electrician. You will carry out practical and theory sessions designed to give you a broad understanding of electrical principles.

LevelLevel 1
Level 2
Level 3
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationThree Years
Year 1: Level 1
Year 2: Level 2
Year 3: Level 3
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaElectrical Installations
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: Year 1: £1,592
19+: Year 2: £2,004
19+: Year 3: £3,345*

This course is aimed at anyone hoping to increase their skills even further, after completing the Level 1 courses in Employability Skills.

LevelLevel 2
LocationColchester
Clacton
Braintree
Dovercourt
DurationFlexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over
Subject AreaEmployability
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceFlexible attendance throughout the year

Students studying this pathway will learn about machining processes and the types of equipment that are used. They will learn what is meant by CAD/CAM and how it is used in the industry when using computer aided equipment over manual processes.

LevelLevel 2
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaEngineering and Manufacturing
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+ Level 2: £1,410

Welding is the most widely used process to create permanent joints between metal parts and is used across the full range of engineering industries. Learners studying this pathway shall develop skills to be able to mark out and cut using intermediate and advance methods.

LevelLevel 2
LocationBraintree
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaEngineering and Manufacturing
CampusBraintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £1,410

Engineering and Manufacturing -Craft learners will be given the opportunity to develop both their skills and knowledge to design, innovate and analyse solutions that are essential to modern day life

LevelLevel 3
LocationBraintree
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaEngineering and Manufacturing
CampusBraintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16 - 18 Year Olds: Free
19+: £3,345

The Engineering and Manufacturing Level 1 has been specifically designed to provide an introduction to a broad base of engineering skills, knowledge and understanding. You will study various topics such as milling, turning, MAG’s welding, technical drawing as well as English and Maths as part of your main programme.

LevelLevel 1
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaEngineering and Manufacturing
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £618

Engineering Machinists in the advanced Manufacturing and Engineering sector are predominantly involved in highly skilled and complex work.

LevelLevel 3
LocationColchester
Braintree
Duration42-48 months to complete
Subject AreaEngineering and Manufacturing
CampusColchester Campus
Apprenticeship Start Dates
Starting employment as an apprentice can occur throughout the year. However, the start date for attending college for training, where required, or if delivered online, when sessions begin, will vary depending on the type of apprenticeship and will be communicated post-employment and sign-up.
AttendanceOne day a week College attendance
Apprenticeship Funding Band (Levy paying employers)£26,000
Employer Contribution Fee (Non-levy paying employers)£1,300
What will this cost my Business?

Non-levy paying employers will need to contribute 5% of the maximum funding band as published by the Skills Funding Agency for the delivery of training and assessment for their apprenticeship. Levy paying employers will pay the full cost of the agreed funding band using their Digital Apprenticeship account.

Apprenticeship Funding Bands

Apprenticeship Funding Bands
Employers with less than 50 employees who are recruiting an apprentice aged 16-18 years old will not be required to pay the contribution fee. Any associated cost to the individual will be made clear at the interview.

Engineering Technicians in the Aerospace, Aviation, Automotive, Maritime Defence and the wider advanced Manufacturing and Engineering sector are predominantly involved in highly skilled and complex work.

LevelLevel 3
LocationColchester
Braintree
Distance Learning – Delivered Online
Duration42-48 months to complete
Subject AreaEngineering and Manufacturing
CampusColchester Campus
Apprenticeship Start Dates

Starting employment as an apprentice can occur throughout the year. However, the start date for attending college for training, where required, or if delivered online, when sessions begin, will vary depending on the type of apprenticeship and will be communicated post-employment and sign-up.

Apprenticeship Funding Band (Levy paying employers)£26,000
Employer Contribution Fee (Non-levy paying employers)£1,300
What will this cost my Business?

Non-levy paying employers will need to contribute 5% of the maximum funding band as published by the Skills Funding Agency for the delivery of training and assessment for their apprenticeship. Levy paying employers will pay the full cost of the agreed funding band using their Digital Apprenticeship account.

Apprenticeship Funding Bands

Apprenticeship Funding Bands
Employers with less than 50 employees who are recruiting an apprentice aged 16-18 years old will not be required to pay the contribution fee. Any associated cost to the individual will be made clear at the interview.

This course is for anyone seeking a course to give you the  knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of sustainability and environmental impacts.

LevelLevel 1
LocationColchester
Clacton
Braintree
Dovercourt
DurationFlexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over
Subject AreasEmployability, Sustainability
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceFlexible attendance throughout the year

The Esports and Digital Marketing Level 3 course is for learners who wish to develop their skills and knowledge to gain experience in a variety of different sectors of this growing industry.

LevelLevel 3
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationTwo years: Year 1: National Diploma | Year 2: Extended Diploma | 2 Years: Extended Diploma
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaFilm, Interactive and Digital Media
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £7,395 (The fee covers the full two-year course)

This study programme is designed to equip students with the practical, organisational and analytical skills to make professional standard films, television programmes and online video content. You will learn the skills to plan, film and edit short films.

LevelLevel 3
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationTwo Years: Year 1: Diploma | Year 2: Extended Diploma
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaFilm, Interactive and Digital Media
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18: Free
19+: £7,395 (This fee covers the full two-year course)

Improvement Technicians are responsible for delivery and coaching of improvement activity within an area of responsibility, often associated with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

LevelLevel 3
LocationBraintree
DurationTypically 12-14 months.
Subject AreaEngineering and Manufacturing
CampusBraintree Campus
Apprenticeship Start Dates

Starting employment as an apprentice can occur throughout the year. However, the start date for attending college for training, where required, or if delivered online, when sessions begin, will vary depending on the type of apprenticeship and will be communicated post-employment and sign-up.

Apprenticeship Funding Band (Levy paying employers)£4,000
Employer Contribution Fee (Non-levy paying employers)£200
What will this cost my Business?

Non-levy paying employers will need to contribute 5% of the maximum funding band as published by the Skills Funding Agency for the delivery of training and assessment for their apprenticeship. Levy paying employers will pay the full cost of the agreed funding band using their Digital Apprenticeship account.

Apprenticeship Funding Bands

Apprenticeship Funding Bands
Employers with less than 50 employees who are recruiting an apprentice aged 16-18 years old will not be required to pay the contribution fee. Any associated cost to the individual will be made clear at the interview.

The Interactive Media and Games Level 3 course is for learners who wish to develop their skills in animation, computer games design, audio, visual design and social marketing with a view to entering employment in this growing industry.

LevelLevel 3
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationTwo years: Year 1: 90 Credit Diploma | Year 2: Extended Diploma | 2 Years: Extended Diploma
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaFilm, Interactive and Digital Media
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £7,395 (This fee covers the full two-year course)

Our Learning Shops focus on building on individual employability skills, providing a range of ‘Route to Employability’ introduction courses across a variety of sectors including in food safety, construction and care.

LocationColchester
Clacton
Braintree
Dovercourt
DurationFlexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over
Subject AreasBusiness and Administration, Customer Service and Retail, Employability
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Braintree
Adult Skills Centre - Clacton
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceFlexible attendance throughout the year

Our Learning Shops focus on building on individual employability skills, providing a range of ‘Route to Employability’ introduction courses across a variety of sectors including in food safety, construction and care.

LocationColchester
Clacton
Braintree
Dovercourt
DurationFlexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over
Subject AreasChildcare and Early Years, Employability
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Braintree
Adult Skills Centre - Clacton
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceFlexible attendance throughout the year

Our Learning Shops focus on building on individual employability skills, providing a range of ‘Route to Employability’ introduction courses across a variety of sectors including in food safety, construction and care.

LocationColchester
Clacton
Braintree
Dovercourt
DurationFlexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over
Subject AreaEmployability
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Braintree
Adult Skills Centre - Clacton
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceFlexible attendance throughout the year

Our Learning Shops focus on building on individual employability skills, providing a range of ‘Route to Employability’ introduction courses across a variety of sectors including in food safety, construction and care.

LocationColchester
Clacton
Braintree
Dovercourt
DurationFlexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over
Subject AreasEmployability, Engineering and Manufacturing
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Braintree
Adult Skills Centre - Clacton
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceFlexible attendance throughout the year

The Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment qualification is perfect for anyone currently working or who wants to work in construction, as well as those already in the industry looking to refresh their knowledge.

LevelLevel 1
LocationColchester
Clacton
Braintree
Dovercourt
Duration2 days including Health & Safety test on second day
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreasConstruction and Building Services, Health & Safety
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Braintree
Adult Skills Centre - Clacton
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateAvailable at any time throughout the year. Please contact us for further details
Price£98*
*subject to eligibility criteria

This qualification is aimed at anyone seeking to work in the field of Counselling or a role that requires these skills.

LevelLevel 2
LocationColchester
Clacton
Braintree
Dovercourt
Distance Learning – Delivered Online
Duration10 Weeks
Subject AreasCounselling and Psychology, Employability, Health and Social Care
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Braintree
Adult Skills Centre - Clacton
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceFlexible attendance throughout the year
PriceSubject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded

The Level 2 Diploma in Multimedia Production has been designed to  provide students with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to progress to further study and training in a range of media related subjects, including games design, website design, film, TV, radio, sound engineering and others

LevelLevel 2
LocationBraintree
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaFilm, Interactive and Digital Media
CampusBraintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £2,500

Here at Colchester Institute we’ve developed some free workshops to help you budget for the cost of living and to support you with your finances. Available through our Adult Skills Centres.

LocationColchester
Clacton
Braintree
Dovercourt
DurationAM or PM Workshops
Subject AreaEnglish, Maths GCSEs & Functional Skills
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Braintree
Adult Skills Centre - Clacton
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateVarious dates

Training within our industry standard workshops, you will work with real-life materials and complete a number of practical projects as part of the overall qualification. Practical and theory sessions are combined to provide you with an understanding of basic and more advanced plumbing systems.

LevelLevel 1
Level 2
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationTwo Years:
Year 1: Level 1
Year 2: Level 2
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaPlumbing, Electrical and Refrigeration
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+ Year 1: £1,738
19+ Year 2: £2,150

The Skills for Enterprise course is aimed at 16 – 18 year olds who are not in training or employment and wish to gain a range of level 2 qualifications.

LevelLevel 2
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaFoundation and Supported Learning
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free

The Skills to Succeed study programme provides a progression route to employment, vocational study and/or apprenticeships for students studying at level 1.

LevelLevel 1
LocationBraintree
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaFoundation and Supported Learning
CampusBraintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: Variable

This study programme is for students who aspire to increase their independence but wish to continue their education in a highly supportive environment. Programmes aim to equip students with the skills and confidence required in order to reach their own goals for learning, life and work.

LevelEntry Level
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaFoundation and Supported Learning
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Attendance14 hours per week spread over 3 days
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: Variable

This study programme provides students with the opportunity to develop skills for independence and employment, and to work towards achievement of their own goals for learning, life and work.

LevelEntry Level
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaFoundation and Supported Learning
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: Variable

The STEPS 4 Career Transition study programme aims to provide a progression route to supported employment/employment, vocational study and/or apprenticeships for individuals with additional support needs.

LevelEntry Level
Level 1
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreaFoundation and Supported Learning
CampusColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2023
ApplicationsApplications opened on Monday 3rd October 2022
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: Variable