At FSEC, we're dedicated to building a better academic life for our students, which in turn boosts their confidence, self-esteem, and helps them achieve their goals. Ultimately, it's about fostering a better version of YOU.

Who We Are:

FSEC is a private training centre offering both accredited and non-accredited courses, including industry training, community programmes, and various services. Our courses are career-oriented educational programmes designed to benefit each individual. We're passionate about helping people, especially those on a low income, on benefits, unemployed, newly migrated, or anyone eager to learn. Our courses equip learners with the skills needed to enter the job force, increase self-esteem, and build a brighter future.

What We Offer:

• Accredited and Non-Accredited Courses: From industry-specific training to community-focused programmes, we provide a wide variety of educational options.
• Career-Oriented Education: Our courses are tailored to help you succeed in your chosen career path.
• Inclusive Support: We focus on helping individuals from all walks of life, ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive.



Join Our Community:

At FSEC, teaching, learning, and training are at the heart of what we do. Our students experience the best of what our community has to offer, linking study, service, and community engagement. Explore our range of short courses and programmes on our course page.

Our Mission

At the Functional Skills Education Centre (FSEC), our mission is to provide quality education, training, and learning programmes that develop and enhance essential life skills. We are dedicated to assisting individuals in securing employment by offering continuous support that improves their life chances and contributes to economic prosperity. Our passion lies in helping people navigate their training and employment journey.

Our Vision

We want to transform how individuals approach learning, work, and job searching. Our goal is to improve work performance and quality of life through innovative services, tools, training, and enriching experiences. We strive to make a positive impact on each individual's journey.

Our vision is to be an institution where innovation drives our community’s success and future.

We're committed to being a catalyst for change, continuously finding ways to better serve our community and support each individual's unique path to success.

Our Values

F - Focused / Forward thinking

We are focused and forward thinking in achieving goals

S - Selflessness / Support

We promote selflessness through our work to support the community

E - Equality / Excellence

We believe that equality is achieved when we excel together

C - Community / Connected

We prioritise community by keeping connected with our network