Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is the commitment to lifelong learning and achieving by which individuals can enhance their employability and career prospects. This ensures they remain competitive and continue to be effective, proficient and knowledgeable in their employment field and industry sector.
Colchester Institute offers a range of professional part-time courses across a variety of sectors.
Many careers demand that you possess a professional qualification. In other cases, professional qualifications are not always essential, but they allow the achievement of greater competence in a chosen field and improve prospects for progression.
The AAT Accounting Certificate Level 2 course is an ideal introduction to accountancy which explores the fundamental concept of double-entry bookkeeping up to trial balance.
Level | Level 2 |
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Duration | 34 Weeks |
Course Code | ZE17291 | AAT L2 CERTIFICATE IN ACCOUNTING DAY 1YR PT COSR ZE17311 | AAT L2 CERTIFICATE IN ACCOUNTING EVE 1YR PT COSR ZE17301 | AAT L2 CERTIFICATE IN ACCOUNTING DAY 1YR PT COSR |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for starting in September 2023 are open now |
Attendance | Learners studying the full certificate have the choice of two attendance modes: Attendance Mode 1: 1 Day per week: Thursday (10am-4.30pm) Attendance Mode 2: 2 evenings (both) per week: Tuesday (6pm-8.30pm) Thursday (6pm-9pm) |
Price | £866 (plus AAT fee. More information on AAT membership and current fees can be found at www.aat.org.uk) |
The AAT Accounting Advanced Diploma Level 3 course will offer further training in a number of accounting activities. On successful completion, students could progress to the Professional Diploma in Accounting Level 4
Level | Level 3 |
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Duration | 35 Weeks |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for starting in September 2023 are open now |
Attendance | Learners have the choice of two attendance modes: Attendance Mode 1: 1 Day per week: Thursday (9am – 4.30pm) Attendance Mode 2: 2 Evenings (both) per week Tuesday (6pm – 9pm) Thursday (6pm – 9pm) |
Fee(s) | Self-funded: £2,350* Advanced Learner Loan: £2,350* |
Get the skills you need to become a financial team leader or set up your own practice with the AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting.
Level | Level 4 |
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Duration | 35 Weeks |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for starting in September 2023 are open now |
Attendance | Thursday (9am - 4.30pm) |
Price | £2,573 plus AAT fee. More information on AAT membership and current fees can be found at www.aat.org.uk. |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy. It is a postgraduate qualification, which provides access and exemption to students who wish to pursue their studies at Masters level.
Level | Level 4 |
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Location | Delivered online/in the workplace |
Duration | 12 Weeks |
Start Date | Courses can start throughout the year |
Attendance | Self-study |
Price | £350 |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy. It is a postgraduate qualification, which provides access and exemption to students who wish to pursue their studies at Masters level.
Level | Level 4 |
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Location | Delivered online/in the workplace |
Duration | 12 Weeks |
Start Date | Courses can start throughout the year |
Attendance | Self-study |
Price | £350 |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy. It is a postgraduate qualification, which provides access and exemption to students who wish to pursue their studies at Masters level.
Level | Level 4 |
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Location | Delivered online/in the workplace |
Duration | 12 Weeks |
Start Date | Courses can start throughout the year |
Attendance | Self-study |
Price | £350 |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy.
Level | Level 7 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 12 Sessions |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Various throughout the year. Contact us for dates |
Attendance | 6pm - 9pm |
Price | £520 |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy.
Level | Level 7 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 12 Sessions |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Various throughout the year. Contact us for dates |
Attendance | 6pm - 9pm |
Price | £520 |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy.
Level | Level 7 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 12 Sessions |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Various throughout the year. Contact us for dates |
Attendance | 6pm - 9pm |
Price | £520 |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy. It is a postgraduate qualification, which provides access and exemption to students who wish to pursue their studies at Masters level.
Level | Level 6 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 12 Sessions |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Various throughout the year. Contact us for dates |
Attendance | 6pm - 9pm |
Price | £520 |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy. It is a postgraduate qualification, which provides access and exemption to students who wish to pursue their studies at Masters level.
Level | Level 6 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 12 Sessions |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Various throughout the year. Contact us for dates |
Attendance | 6pm - 9pm |
Price | £520 |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy. It is a postgraduate qualification, which provides access and exemption to students who wish to pursue their studies at Masters level.
Level | Level 6 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 12 Sessions |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Various throughout the year. Contact us for dates |
Attendance | 6pm - 9pm |
Price | £520 |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy. It is a postgraduate qualification, which provides access and exemption to students who wish to pursue their studies at Masters level.
Level | Level 6 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 12 Sessions |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Various throughout the year. Contact us for dates |
Attendance | 6pm - 9pm |
Price | £520 |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy. It is a postgraduate qualification, which provides access and exemption to students who wish to pursue their studies at Masters level.
Level | Level 6 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 12 Sessions |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Various starts throughout the year. Contact us for dates |
Attendance | 6pm - 9pm |
Price | £520 |
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a highly respected professional qualification, which equips students for a successful career in accountancy. It is a postgraduate qualification, which provides access and exemption to students who wish to pursue their studies at Masters level.
Level | Level 6 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 12 Sessions |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Various throughout the year. Contact us for dates |
Attendance | 6pm – 9pm |
Price | £520 |
The content and scope of this new course will help employers meet their obligations as required by the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | Usually between 5-7 days, but this can be tailored to suit individual employers. |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates |
Price | £1,815 |
This Achievement Measurement 2 (AM2) J.I.B. Qualification endorses the City & Guilds Emta NVQ Level 3 qualification. The JIB sets the standards for employment, welfare, grading and apprentice training in the electrical contracting industry.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | 2.5 days |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Attendance | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Contact us for the next available dates |
Price | Prices on Application |
This Achievement Measurement 2 (AM2) J.I.B. Qualification endorses the City & Guilds Emta NVQ Level 3 qualification. The JIB sets the standards for employment, welfare, grading and apprentice training in the electrical contracting industry.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | 2.5 days |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Attendance | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Contact us for the next available dates |
Price | Prices on Application |
The Pre-Assessment Training for Achievement Measurement 2 J.I.B. Qualification AM2 is an insight into your ability to successfully complete the Achievement Measurement 2.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | 1 day |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Contact us for the next available dates |
Price | Prices on Application |
As a BPEC accredited training and assessment centre we are dedicated to offering a quality service to all who work within the Building Services Engineering sector.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | 1 day or 1/2 day. |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates |
Price | Initial Training: £275 Re-Assessment: £220 |
As a BPEC accredited training and assessment centre we are dedicated to offering a quality service to all who work within the Building Services Engineering sector.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | 1 day or 1/2 day. |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates |
Price | £275 |
This course is ideal for delegates from organisations that have responsibility for maintaining gas safety in their properties such as local authorities, hospitals and landlords.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | 1 day |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates |
Attendance | 9am start |
Price | Price on Application |
This course addresses the legal and practical aspects of dealing with the problems of environmental noise pollution, which brings about duties for all industrial companies and local authorities in connection with the measurement, assessment and control of environmental noise.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | 5 days + 2 hour sessions in the evening on 4 days |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Next available start: 15/05/23 |
Price | £1,860 (includes exam fee) |
Ideal for those looking to become professional pastry chefs or develop patisserie skills to a professional standard, hobbyists who enjoy this area of cookery and for employees looking to further their skills.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 16 weeks |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | February 2023 or September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for 2023 starts are open now |
Attendance | Thursday : 5pm - 10pm |
Fee(s) | £510 |
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.
Level | Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 |
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Location | Colchester Braintree |
Duration | Level 1: 10 Weeks Level 2: 10 Weeks Level 3: MIG/MMA 15 Weeks Level 3 TIG: 10 Weeks |
Campus | Colchester Campus Braintree Campus |
Start Date | TBC |
Applications | Applications for course waiting lists are open now |
Attendance | One evening per week 6pm - 9pm |
Price | Level 1: £395 Level 2: £395 Level 3: MIG/MMA - £1,400 Level 3: TIG - £1,100 |
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 construction.
Level | Level 1 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 6 weeks |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | See individual pathways |
Price | Free (*Eligibility criteria applies) |
The Commercial Appliances Training focuses on ACS assessment in appliances to include: overhead radiant plaque, tube heaters direct, indirect fired heating appliances and boosters
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | We can adapt this course to suit your requirements. |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Contact us for the next available dates |
Fee(s) | Appliance Training: £195 Assessment: (Price per appliance) 1 appliance: £135 2 appliances: £265 3 appliances: £315 4 appliances: £445 5 appliances: £580 |
COCN1 – Core Commercial Natural Gas Safety is a pre-requisite assessment for all other assessments within the commercial sector which covers all aspects of gas safety and legislation. Like domestic, there is also a core gas qualification required to work on commercial installations.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | We can adapt this course to suit your requirements |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates |
Fee(s) | Training and Theory: £430 Practical Assessment: £305 Training Manual (if required): £42.50 Certification: £45 |
On completion delegates will be able to make the gas connection to commercial pipework in excess of 28mm diameter, requiring the system to be proved gas tight and purged of air
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | This course requires one day training and is followed by a one day assessment |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates |
Fee(s) | Training: £195 Assessment: £305 |
The CCN1 – Core Domestic Natural Gas Safety is a pre-requisite assessment for all other appliance assessments and covers all aspects of gas safety and legislation
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | We can adapt this course to suit your requirements |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates |
Fee(s) | Training and Theory: £430 Practical Assessment: £315 Appliance Assessment: £135 for up to three appliances Additional appliances: £135 each Training Manual: £49.50 Certification: £45 |
This course is designed for learners who wish to better their employment opportunities by providing them with the knowledge required to produce their own CV.
Duration | Flexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over |
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Campus | Adult Skills Centre - Colchester Adult Skills Centre - Braintree Adult Skills Centre - Clacton Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
The Domestic Gas Foundation course is designed for candidates wanting to enter the gas industry.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | Attendance and duration will be confirmed upon application |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for the next available dates |
Price | £3,955 |
The Education and Training Award Level 3 ( Replacement for PTLLS ) includes Understanding Roles and Responsibilities, Planning and Preparing Sessions, Assessment, Micro Teaching Sessions, Design of a Learning Programme and Production of a Learning/Personal Development Journal.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | 16 weeks |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | February 2023 |
Applications | Applications for February 2023 are open now |
Attendance | Thursdays: 6pm - 9pm |
Price | £425 |
This course is designed for candidates who wish to complete the City & Guilds 2357 NVQ Level 3 with an aim to becoming a JIB registered electrician.
Level | Level 3 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | Approximately 15 months |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Please contact us for dates. |
Fee(s) | Price on Application |
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
Level | Level 1 |
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Duration | Flexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over |
Campus | Adult Skills Centre - Colchester Adult Skills Centre - Braintree Adult Skills Centre - Clacton Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
The programme will provide broad based core studies which will develop skills and knowledge to manage, design and install building services engineering systems. Optional modules will develop specialist pathways particularly in Electrical Installation and Mechanical Services Engineering.
Level | Level 4 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 2 Years |
Course Code | ZT15841 |
Academic Year | 2023-2024 |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | University Centre Colchester |
Start Date | September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for full-time and part-time programmes starting in September 2023 are open now |
Fee(s) | 2022-23: £3,085 per year |
Awarding/Validation Body | Pearson |
The HNC/HND in Sport and Exercise Science (Coaching Science) allows you to work towards a Higher Education qualification at HNC Level 4 in your first year and HND Level 5 in your second year of study. It makes it ideal for those learners taking their first steps in Higher Education or returning to study after a break.
Level | Level 4 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 1 Year |
UCAS Code | C611 |
Academic Year | 2023-2024 |
Study Mode | Full-Time |
Campus | University Centre Colchester |
Start Date | September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for full-time and part-time programmes starting in September 2023 are open now |
Fee(s) | 2022-23: £6,500 |
Awarding/Validation Body | Pearson |
The HNC/HND in Sport and Exercise Science (Coaching Science) allows you to work towards a Higher Education qualification at HNC Level 4 in your first year and HND Level 5 in your second year of study. It makes it ideal for those learners taking their first steps in Higher Education or returning to study after a break.
Level | Level 5 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 2 Years |
UCAS Code | C612 |
Academic Year | 2023-2024 |
Study Mode | Full-Time |
Campus | University Centre Colchester |
Start Date | September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for full-time and part-time programmes starting in September 2023 are open now |
Fee(s) | 2022-23: £6,500 |
Awarding/Validation Body | Pearson |
This programme enables you to gain the industry recognised higher technician qualification for a successful career in the electronics and communications sectors and is suitable for those who have an interest in advanced electronics engineering or manufacturing.
Level | Level 4 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 18 months (3 semesters) |
Course Code | ZU5HCEEP01 |
Academic Year | 2023-2024 |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | University Centre Colchester |
Start Date | September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for full-time and part-time programmes starting in September 2023 are open now |
Fee(s) | 2022-23: £6,500 for the 3 semesters of study |
Awarding/Validation Body | Pearson |
This programme enables you to gain the industry recognised higher technician qualification for a successful career in the electronics and communications sectors and is suitable for those who have an interest in advanced electronics engineering or manufacturing.
Level | Level 5 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 18 months (3 semesters) |
Course Code | ZU5HDEEP01 |
Academic Year | 2023-2024 |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | University Centre Colchester |
Start Date | September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for full-time and part-time programmes starting in September 2023 are open now |
Fee(s) | 2022-23: £6,500 for the 3 semesters of study |
Awarding/Validation Body | Pearson |
This programme is an industry recognised qualification that builds skills currently in high demand, providing access to exciting opportunities and career prospects within a challenging and rewarding sector.
Level | Level 4 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 18 months (3 semesters) |
Course Code | ZU5HCMEP01 |
Academic Year | 2023-2024 |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | University Centre Colchester |
Start Date | September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for full-time and part-time programmes starting in September 2023 are open now |
Fee(s) | 2022-23: £6,500 for the 3 semesters of study |
Awarding/Validation Body | Pearson |
This programme is an industry recognised qualification that builds skills currently in high demand, providing access to exciting opportunities and career prospects within a challenging and rewarding sector.
Level | Level 5 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 18 months (3 semesters) |
Course Code | ZU5HDMEP01 |
Academic Year | 2023-2024 |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | University Centre Colchester |
Start Date | September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for full-time and part-time programmes starting in September 2023 are open now |
Fee(s) | 2022-23: £6,500 for the 3 semesters of study |
Awarding/Validation Body | Pearson |
The Appliance Training and Assessment has been created to allow candidates to obtain competence in their chosen appliances. Candidates will obtain ACS qualification which will enable them to register with Gas Safe in order to work on their chosen appliances.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | We can adapt this course to suit your requirements |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Contact us for the next available dates |
Fee(s) | Training : £305 Assessment: Price dependant on amount of appliances Up to three appliances: £135 With 4 appliances: £270 With 5 appliances: £405 |
This short half day course has been designed to give an introduction to Carbon Literacy
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | Half Day |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates |
Price | Price on Application |
This introduction will develop your understanding of working in the care sector.
Level | Level 1 |
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Duration | Flexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over |
Campus | Adult Skills Centre - Colchester Adult Skills Centre - Braintree Adult Skills Centre - Clacton Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
The hospitality industry is the second largest growing sector in Essex, offering many varied roles. The hospitality industry is the second largest growing sector in Essex, offering many varied roles.
Duration | Flexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over |
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Campus | Adult Skills Centre - Colchester Adult Skills Centre - Braintree Adult Skills Centre - Clacton Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
The industry standard requires anyone entering a construction site to have CITB CSCS card. This course will enable learners to meet this requirement.
Level | Level 1 |
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Duration | Flexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over |
Campus | Adult Skills Centre - Colchester Adult Skills Centre - Braintree Adult Skills Centre - Clacton Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
This course provides the underpinning knowledge and understanding required for learners to be able to start to perform in a customer service role effectively.
Duration | Flexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over |
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Campus | Adult Skills Centre - Colchester Adult Skills Centre - Braintree Adult Skills Centre - Clacton Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
This course introduces learners to the concept of transport and logistics
Level | Level 1 |
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Duration | Flexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over |
Campus | Adult Skills Centre - Colchester Adult Skills Centre - Braintree Adult Skills Centre - Clacton Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Suitable for all those who are responsible for designing, installing and maintaining hot and cold water services
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | 1 day |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates. |
Attendance | 08:30 – 17:00 |
Price | £275 |
This course will develop your knowledge and understanding of caring for the elderly.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | Minimum of 10 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | Subject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded |
By studying our level 2 Information, Advice or Guidance (IAG) course, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the key areas associated with providing effective IAG.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | 12 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | Subject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded |
Perfect for individuals who wish to study and gain new skills, but who don’t wish to do so in a classroom environment.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | 12 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | Subject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded |
This course prepares you for any role within adult social care, in order to ensure the needs of vulnerable people continue to be met.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | 18 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | Subject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded |
You will develop essential knowledge of how to carry out administrative tasks such as how to manage information and supporting events. You will also learn how to apply your knowledge in a variety of industries and job roles.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | 16 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | Subject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded |
This qualification will provide you with the underpinning knowledge required by employers to work in a range of different environments in a customer service role.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | 12 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | Subject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded |
This qualification will provide you with the knowledge and understanding required to successfully lead a team.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | 12 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | Subject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded |
This qualification is aimed at anyone looking to develop their understanding of mental health and the role of the mental health care worker
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | 11 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | Subject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded |
This course will equip you with a detailed understanding of a variety of warehouse processes, including manual handling, stock checks, processing orders, storage and packaging of goods and assembling for dispatch. You will also look in detail at the customer service process and how it can impact an organisation.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | 10 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | Subject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded |
You will look at the person-centred approach and the influence that positive communication methods can have and will gain an understanding of how individuals with autism can be supported to live healthy and fulfilled lives.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | 14 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | Subject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded |
Upon completion of this course, you could progress on to one of our other retail courses, such as our Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | 12 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | Subject to eligibility this course may be fully-funded |
The Level 3 customer service certificate in principles of customer service will develop and sharpen practical skills.
Level | Level 3 |
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Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
Duration | 26 Weeks |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
Price | £1265 |
Core changeover from natural gas to LPG core in Permanent Dwellings, Residential Park Homes and Leisure Accommodation Vehicles.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | We can adapt this course to suit your requirements |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year Please contact us for the next available dates |
Fee(s) | Training: £305 Assessment: £305 Training Manual (if required): £44.50 Certification: £45 |
We also offer modules from the CMI Level 3 and 5 Awards, Certificates and Diplomas as stand-alone qualifications. These modules are delivered online and require 3 x one hour sessions to complete. These are available as both accredited and uncredited qualifications.
Level | Level 3 Level 5 |
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Duration | Variable and will depend on the number of units taken |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This will be dependent upon on commencement of the qualification |
Fee(s) | Various: See individual qualifications and modules for details |
Price | Learners applying for Level 3 or 5 Certificates or Diplomas may be eligible for a 19+ advanced learner loan. |
To become a nominated tester (NT) for class 3, 4, 5 or 7 vehicles (cars, private buses and light commercial vehicles) you must have an accepted qualification or accreditation at Level 3 or above.
Level | Level 2 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 4 Days: Sessions are during day time as part of a working week |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year Please contact us for the next available dates |
Price | £800 (including exam fee) |
This half day training and assessment programme covers topics such as health & hygiene awareness and contamination risks when working on water sites, water treatment or transient works on the water network.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | 1/2 Day |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Contact us for the next available dates |
Price | £149 |
This half day training and assessment programme covers topics such as health & hygiene awareness and contamination risks when working on water sites, water treatment or transient works on the water network.
Location | Distance Learning – Delivered Online |
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Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Contact us for the next available dates |
Price | £110 |
OFTEC have set specific pre-requisite entry requirements for candidates wishing to enter the training and/or assessment process. This ensures that candidates have the necessary required level of experience/knowledge before being permitted entry to the scheme.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | We can adapt this course to suit your requirements |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates |
Fee(s) | Training: £430 Assessment: £305 Training Manual: £120 Certification: £45 |
The BPEC Part L course is designed for central heating installers that need to self-certificate their work via one of the Competent Persons Schemes (CPS). The course covers the requirements of Part L of the Building Regulations.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | One Day |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates |
Price | £200 + £45 exam fee |
designed to give an overview of the Building Regulations Approved Document Part L which was implemented in June 2022.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | Two Hours |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for dates |
Price | Price on Application |
A range of clinical and non-clinical vacancies need to be filled at ESNEFT within the Diagnostic Department. Join our 12 week free course providing real work placements, training and a guaranteed job interview on course completion!
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | 12 Weeks |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for availability. |
Price | Free |
This course is aimed at those who have been away from regular assisting them in the process of returning to work.
Level | Level 1 |
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Duration | Flexible programme available to learners aged 18 or over |
Campus | Adult Skills Centre - Colchester Adult Skills Centre - Braintree Adult Skills Centre - Clacton Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt |
Start Date | Learners can enrol on these courses throughout the year |
Attendance | Flexible attendance throughout the year |
The (TAQA) Internal Quality Assurance Award/Certificate qualification sets the standard for those involved in or Managing the Internal Quality Assurance of the assessment process within an Approved Centre. All Approved Centres should have an Internal Quality Assurer to liaise with the awarding body and act as a Quality Assurance Manager.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | It is expected that most candidates will achieve the qualification within 12 months |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Flexible. Induction will be arranged on a one-to-one basis |
Fee(s) | Price per delegate: Price on Application. (Includes Portfolio toolkit, C&G registration and certification fee) |
The TAQA qualifications set the standard for those involved in assessing qualifications that are regulated (for example by an external awarding body). The Assessor Award delivery is designed to be “candidate friendly” and involves extensive one-to-one support for candidates.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | See notes in Course Content |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | Flexible. Induction will be arranged on a one-to-one basis |
Fee(s) | Price per delegate: Prices on Application (Includes Portfolio toolkit, C&G registration and certification fee) |
The Trinity Certificate in TESOL Level 5 course is intended for those with little or no teaching experience and provides a comprehensive practical introduction to Teaching English to others.
Level | Level 5 |
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Location | Colchester |
Duration | 19 Weeks |
Course Code | ZT67491 |
Academic Year | 2023-2024 |
Study Mode | Part-Time |
Campus | University Centre Colchester |
Start Date | September 2023 |
Applications | Applications for full-time and part-time programmes starting in September 2023 are open now |
Fee(s) | TESOL: £1,545* |
Awarding/Validation Body | Trinity College |
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 apply to all work at height where there is a risk of a fall liable to cause injury. The Regulations place duties on employers, the self-employed and any person who may contract others to work at height.
Location | Colchester |
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Duration | ½ Day |
Campus | Colchester Campus |
Start Date | This course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for the next available dates |
Price | £290 |