Southend YMCA has a range of courses designed to assist young people move towards independent living. The courses enable the students to build up a portfolio of accredited short and long qualifications. Students will develop a range of skills, which will assist them in gaining employment or entry to further education or training. Southend YMCA has received Investors In People Standard mark and PQASSO quality standard mark level 2 and is accredited through the Open College Network.