Enrol on our Autumn term courses before 30 June to receive MASSIVE 20% DISCOUNT on course tuition fees!

Government research shows that:

improving your qualifications to Level 2 or above can improve your salary by up to £4,000 a year!
keeping your mind and body active increases your life span.

So sign up now to earn more and live longer!

With hundreds of accredited and general courses on offer we can help you on your way.

All the information you need is at the touch of a button, either on your computer or on your phone!

How do I find the course I want?

Use our quick and easy course search facility. Type in a subject, place or day and relevant courses will appear on screen. Alternatively check the course lists under the individual subject areas on the home page, or call us on FREEphone 0800 988 0308 and we will be happy to help.

How to Enrol

Enrolling this year couldn’t be easier! If you are sure about the course you would like to join, you can do so from the comfort of your own home by calling our FREEphone number 0800 988 0308.

Information, Advice and Guidance

If you are not sure which is the right course or level for you we can give you free, impartial information and advice on learning and work to help you choose the best course. Just phone and ask for one of our advisers to contact you.

What if I can't afford the fee?

All our courses are subsidised by the Government. Learners who are in receipt of benefit can get between 70% and 100% discount. Whether or not you are receiving benefit, you may be entitled to help from the Learner Support Fund.

Fees and Reductions

70% Fee Reduction: If you receive Incapacity Benefit, Disability Living Allowance, Carer’s Allowance, Attendance Allowance or you are an unwaged adult dependant of anyone receiving one of the above non-income based benefits you pay 30% of the full course tuition fee -

100% Fee Reduction on Examination and Qualification courses: Tuition fees for courses leading to a qualification are free if you receive Job Seekers Allowance, Pension Guarantee Credit, Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit, Income Support, Employment and Support Allowance (income-related), Unwaged Adult Dependants of those on income based benefits or Job Seekers Allowance, Working Tax Credit (conditions apply, contact the Enrolment Team for details) or are 16 to 18 year olds and NOT in full time education

Evidence of entitlement to these reductions is required at joining (photocopies not acceptable). Courses are available at the stated fee to all adults who can prove residency in the UK/European Economic Area for 3 years prior to 1 September and who are not full time students at school, college or university (for adults in these categories the fee will be 3 times the stated amount to cover the actual cost).

Minimum Numbers and Cancellations

We will make every effort to run all the courses advertised, but we may have to close a course where the enrolment is low. If we have to close a course we will let you know as soon as possible and arrange a refund or help you to transfer to another course.