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Entry Level 3 Financial Awareness Course in Chelmsford

CostCheck if you can do this free
Duration3 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOpen Awards awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact Essex County Council for more info.

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About this course

Entry Level 3 Financial Awareness Course in Chelmsford. Classes run at ACL Chelmsford, part-time during the day. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. You'll develop practical skills for managing your own money and using everyday financial services. Topics include handling cash, understanding bills, and accessing banking and financial support. The course runs over 3 hours, making it easy to fit around other commitments. This entry level financial awareness qualification suits anyone who wants to feel more in control of their finances.

Who this course is for

Join this course to develop the essential skills needed to manage your own finances. You will learn about handling money and accessing financial services, helping you to understand everyday financial tasks.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to handle money confidently in everyday situations.
  • You'll understand how to read and manage bills and household budgets.
  • You'll explore how to access banking and financial services.
  • You'll develop skills to identify and avoid common financial risks.
  • You'll build knowledge of the support available when money is tight.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at ACL Chelmsford. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering real financial tasks you might face day to day. Assessment is carried out through short tasks and activities completed during the course. There is no formal written exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. ACL Chelmsford will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support Worker: helps clients manage daily living, including finances
  • Care Assistant: supports vulnerable adults in home or residential settings
  • Community Support Worker: assists people with budgeting and independent living
  • Housing Support Worker: helps tenants manage rent and household costs
  • Debt Advice Support Worker: assists advisors in money guidance services

What you could study next

Once you complete this course, you could move on to a Level 1 or Level 2 qualification in financial skills or numeracy. Functional Skills Maths Level 1 or Level 2 builds on the number skills used here and is recognised by employers across many sectors. If you're working toward a role in care or support work, a Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care would be a strong next step.

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