Accrington and Rossendale College

Accrington and Rossendale College is an extraordinary place to study and the only Ofsted Outstanding further education provider in Lancashire! We have a proud history of delivering high-quality vocational courses and technical training, apprenticeships and higher education provision to the communities that we serve. We excel in providing people with a platform to progress into fantastic employment opportunities with rewarding career prospects.

After merging and joining forces with Nelson and Colne College Group back in 2018, we have been reaping the mutual benefits of partnering with such a successful and leading further education provider. Foremost, our receiving of the Outstanding rating from our latest Ofsted inspection is a marked indicator of our continued growth over time, culminating in the prestigious recognition of our excellence.

Our Apprenticeships

An Apprenticeship gives you hands-on experience, a salary and the opportunity to train while you work. Apprenticeships are equivalent to a full-time academic qualification and there are a wide range of areas you can complete an Apprenticeship in. See our subject pages for details.