#1 ESOL Provider
Multi-Award Winning Charity
Supporting Over 200k Learners A Year
Established in 1975
Dedicated Customer Support Team
Leading Access Validating Agency
Recognised by Ofqual, QAA and CCEA
#1 ESOL Provider
Multi-Award Winning Charity
Supporting Over 200k Learners A Year
Established in 1975
Dedicated Customer Support Team
Leading Access Validating Agency
Recognised by Ofqual, QAA and CCEA
#1 ESOL Provider
Multi-Award Winning Charity
Supporting Over 200k Learners A Year
Established in 1975
Dedicated Customer Support Team
Leading Access Validating Agency
Recognised by Ofqual, QAA and CCEA

Adult Education Services

Adult Education Services play a vital role in delivering accessible, inclusive learning opportunities that support local communities. At Ascentis, we understand the diverse needs of adult learners—from those seeking basic skills and employability training to those aiming for career progression or personal development.

Our qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, giving you the confidence that your learners are receiving high-quality, credible education that adds real value. Whether you’re supporting ESOL learners, delivering digital skills, or helping adults gain essential English and maths, we provide flexible qualifications that can be tailored to local priorities.

We’re proud to work with Adult Education Services across the UK and are committed to helping you find the right programmes to meet your learners’ goals. Our responsive support, personalised guidance, and comprehensive resources make it easier for you to deliver impactful learning experiences that truly change lives.

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Why Choose Ascentis?

Ascentis is one of the UK’s leading awarding organisations and educational charities, trusted by colleges nationwide and internationally. We provide a wide range of innovative, high-quality qualifications that help learners progress into higher education, employment, or further training. With Ascentis, colleges benefit from flexible delivery models, outstanding customer support, and qualifications designed to meet the needs of today’s learners. By partnering with Ascentis, your college can inspire success, open doors to opportunity, and transform the lives of your students.

Qualifications

View the full range of Ascentis cutting edge qualifications in our new 2025/26 product catalogue.

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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

The ESOL Hub is your ultimate destination for comprehensive support tailored to Ascentis ESOL.
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English & Maths (Stepping Stones to Functional Skills)

Our English and Maths (Stepping Stones to Functional Skills) are mapped to the newly reformed Functional Skills subject content.
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Education & Training

Our Education and Training Suite consists of a number of units, levels and differently sized qualifications.
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Digital & IT Skills

Discover the exciting enhancements across our Vocational and Technical qualifications in three priority areas Digital, Well-being and Sustainability.
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Construction

We offer a very flexible and comprehensive portfolio of Construction qualifications from Entry 3 to Level 2.
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Vocational

Ascentis offers a range of vocational qualifications that can be used individually or as part of a wider programme of learning.
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Access to HE

The Ascentis Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma has some fantastic new features to benefit centres & learners.
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Short Online Qualifications (SOQs)

Short Online Qualifications (SOQs) and Online Enrichment qualifications are designed to broaden learners’ horizons.
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Pre-Access

To complement your Access to HE provision, the Level 2 Certificate, Extended Certificate and Diplomas.
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Personal, Social and Employability Qualifications

Ascentis Personal, Social and Employability qualifications help give learners the skills they need to prepare and succeed both personally and professionally.
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Community Interpreting

Equips learners to help others overcome language barriers in everyday situations, including education, healthcare, housing, justice, and public services.
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Enhanced Programme

The ESOL Enhanced Programme: E3 Skills for Employment has been developed to support ESOL learners who are ready to take the next step in their progression pathway.
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English and Maths Functional Skills

Learners can utilise Functional Skills qualifications to progress within their own educational journeys and to grasp opportunities within the world of work and further training.
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