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Entry Level 3 Financial Awareness Course in Clacton-on-Sea

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 Clacton-on-Sea. Classes run at ACL Clacton, part-time during the day. Funding may be available depending on your circumstances. The course runs over 3 hours and covers how to handle money and use everyday financial services. You'll build practical skills for managing your own finances, from understanding bank accounts to budgeting for daily life. These are the kinds of financial awareness classes that fit around other commitments, with sessions at a manageable pace.

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 in everyday situations.
  • You'll understand how to access and use financial services.
  • You'll develop skills for budgeting and managing your own finances.
  • You'll recognise common financial documents and what they mean.
  • You'll build confidence in making informed financial decisions.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at ACL Clacton. You'll take part in group activities and discussions based on real-life financial tasks. Assessment is through practical tasks and short activities completed during the course. There is no formal written exam.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support Worker. Helps clients manage money and daily tasks.
  • Care Assistant. Supports people with everyday financial decisions.
  • Housing Support Worker. Assists tenants with budgeting and bills.
  • Community Support Worker. Helps vulnerable adults with financial tasks.
  • Personal Assistant. Manages schedules and finances for individuals.

What you could study next

Once you complete this entry level financial awareness qualification, you could move on to a Level 1 Award in Financial Awareness to deepen your knowledge. From there, a Level 2 qualification in financial skills or a broader employability course could open doors to more roles in care, support work, or administration. If you're heading toward a support worker role, a Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care is a natural next step.

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