Adult education includes everything from evening classes to university courses. If you prefer, you can learn online at home or at your local library.
The best way to find courses is to contact a college near you and ask for a brochure or search for courses on the websites below. There is no single directory of courses across the whole of East Sussex.
Links to local colleges and universities, for qualifications, part time courses, adult education or evening classes.
Libraries offer computer courses as part of the national Learndirect scheme. Subjects include information technology, business and management, and word and number skills.
If you know what you want to study, or want to find out about online learning, call Learndirect free on 0800 100 900. Their website has a searchable database of thousands of courses available online.
Just click on the map to see more about the Children's Centre nearest you.
Ask other local organisations in East Sussex and Brighton & Hove about their adult education courses.
If you're unsure about where to begin, haven't got qualifications, or just need to brush up on your skills this is the place to start.
If you want to improve your skills without doing a course, visit the BBC website to find factsheets, worksheets, quizzes and games to help you.
U3A groups offer you the chance to continue learning after you have finished working. Online courses include creative writing and artists.
Largest voluntary provider of adult education in the UK. Search for courses using your postcode or subject.
Offers distance learning courses for a range of nationally recognised qualifications in a wide variety of subjects.
Thinking of returning to education or work? If it all seems a bit of a maze you can find free impartial and expert advice where you live through the 'Next step' website.
East Sussex County Council