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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.

LevelLevel 2
Duration34 Weeks
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreaAccounting | AAT
CampusColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember 2026
ApplicationsApplications for September 2026 are now open
AttendanceMode 1: 1 Day per week:
Tuesday (10am-4.00pm)
Mode 2: 1 evening a week
Tuesday and blended learning 
Price£1,151 (includes first exam fee)
Additional fee for AAT membership will apply. (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

LevelLevel 3
Duration35 Weeks
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreaAccounting | AAT
CampusColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember 2026
ApplicationsApplications for September 2026 are now open.
Attendance1 Day per week:
Thursday (9am – 4pm)
Fee(s)19+: £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.

LevelLevel 4
Duration50 Weeks (4 Terms)
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreaAccounting | AAT
CampusColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember 2026
ApplicationsApplications for September 2026 are now open.
AttendanceThursday (9am - 5pm)
PriceFull course: £2,573 (includes first exam fee)

The Access to Higher Education Diploma course will offer you the ideal preparation for further study in higher education or training. Your learning will be facilitated by a range of activities ranging from, teacher input, group work, seminar presentations, research activities and personal study.

LevelLevel 3
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Subject AreasAccess to Higher Education, Counselling and Psychology
CampusColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember or October 2026
ApplicationsApplications for full-time and part-time programmes starting in September 2023 are open now
AttendanceApproximately 3 days per week
Fee(s)Health Professions: £3,384

The L1 / L2 / L3 City and 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
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 DateSeptember 2026
January 2027
April 2027
ApplicationsApplications for course waiting lists are open
AttendanceOne evening per week
5:30pm - 8:30pm
PriceLevel 1: £590*
Level 2: £590*
Level 3: £1,495*
*subject to eligibility clause and material costs

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.

LevelLevel 1
Duration6 weeks
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreaBuilding and Decorating
CampusColchester Campus
Start DateSee individual pathways
PriceFree (*Eligibility criteria applies)

The Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills is for those aged 19 and over who want to progress to become a qualified professional counsellor, or gain counselling skills as part of their current profession, for example teachers and nurses.

LevelLevel 3
Duration36 weeks (One Year)
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreaCounselling and Psychology
CampusColchester Campus
ApplicationsApplications for September 2026 are open.
AttendanceOne day per week (Monday)
Fee(s)£2,225*
Awarding/Validation BodyNCFE

Having a valid CSCS card and passing the CITB test are both mandatory requirements for working in the construction industry because they grant employees access to UK construction sites.

DurationThe test can be undertaken in one day but a minimum 48 hours notice is required to book the test.
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreasConstruction & the Built Environment (Professional & Technical), Health & Safety
CampusAdult Skills Centre - Colchester
Adult Skills Centre - Dovercourt
Start DateAvailable at any time throughout the year. Please contact us for further details
Price£54 for the CITB Test (£23.50 for the CITB exam fee, revision material and admin fees)
£99 for the CITB Test and CSCS Card delivered to you

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.

Duration10 weeks
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreasTeacher Training and Education, Training, Assessing and IQA
CampusColchester Campus
Start Date16th September 2026
ApplicationsApplications are open now
AttendanceWednesday: 4pm - 7pm
Price£425

You will have the opportunity to develop your English speaking and listening, reading and writing skills for a variety of purposes, including employment, further study or communicating with English speaking friends and family.

DurationTermly
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreaEFL, ESOL & IELTS
CampusColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember - January
January - March
April - June
Attendance6 hours per week
We offer morning or afternoon classes.
Fee(s)19+: Variable

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
Duration2 days including Health & Safety test on second day
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreasConstruction & the Built Environment (Professional & Technical), 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
PriceFull-cost fee: £201.60
Co-funded fee: £101

This one year course is aimed at anyone wishing to work with children and young people.  This course is suitable for those in part-time and full-time employment. It develops the wide range of knowledge and skills for people working with children and young people, from birth to 19 years (and adaptive practice, to support further stages of development).

LevelLevel 3
Duration39 Weeks
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreaEarly Years
CampusTraining is Delivered Online
Start DateSeptember 2026
ApplicationsApplications for September 2026 are now open.
Attendance2 evenings online plus 5 hours a week of independent study
Awarding/Validation BodyNCFE

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!

Duration12 Weeks
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreaHealth and Social Care
CampusColchester Campus
Start DateThis course runs a number of times throughout the year. Please contact us for availability.
PriceFree

This course is designed to provide learners with basic plastering skills and knowledge.

Duration5 days
Course CodeZE31931
Study ModePart-Time
Subject AreaBuilding and Decorating
CampusColchester Campus
Start Date15/06/2026
AttendanceMonday to Friday 9:00am - 4:30pm
Price£595

This tutor led Functional Skills programme is designed to help individuals develop their English and/or mathematic skills in order to apply them in employment, academic or everyday life. We supports individuals successfully complete their English and/or mathematic qualifications with the Standalone Functional Skills Programme.

LevelLevel 1
Level 2
Subject AreaEnglish, Maths GCSEs & Functional Skills
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceMinimum of 2 hours once a week

This tutor led Functional Skills programme is designed to help individuals develop their English and/or mathematic skills in order to apply them in employment, academic or everyday life. We supports individuals successfully complete their English and/or mathematic qualifications with the Standalone Functional Skills Programme.

LevelLevel 1
Level 2
Subject AreaEnglish, Maths GCSEs & Functional Skills
Start DateLearners can enrol on these courses throughout the year
AttendanceMinimum of 2 hours once a week