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At Reed.co.uk, we advertise a wide range of free courses designed to help you upskill and boost your confidence – whether you’re starting out, changing careers, or exploring something new.

You’ll find flexible options to suit your schedule, including free online courses and some in-person training. Many also come with tutor support, study materials, and certificates of completion – all at no cost. What’s more, some free training opportunities are fully funded and regulated, meaning they’re government-backed and offer accredited qualifications. These courses usually have specific eligibility criteria, such as age, location or employment status – so ensure you check the course page or contact the provider directly for full details.

Why choose free courses on Reed.co.uk?

  • Explore subjects like IT, business, healthcare, management and more
  • Learn online, in your own time, and at your own pace
  • Gain recognised qualifications on selected regulated courses
  • Many include certificates to help strengthen your CV
  • Study with expert providers offering support and guidance along the way

Looking for something specific? Browse free IT courses, free management training, or free business courses to get started.

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  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Nurse. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto university.
    • 47,982 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    If nursing has always been your dream job, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Nursing) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in nursing. If you don’t have the grades you need to apply for university, an Access to HE …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology)

    Learning Curve Group
    Start your career in psychology. Pay nothing for this course if you graduate from University.
    • 10,435 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If a career in one of the many psychology disciplines is your dream, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Psychology) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of psychology degrees. If you don’t have the grades you need t …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Education)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Teacher. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto University.
    • 10,018 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If being a teacher is your dream career, or you're looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Education) is a Level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of education related degrees. If you don't have the grades you need to apply for university …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professionals)

    Learning Curve Group
    Ideal for Health Professionals. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto university.
    • 12,434 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If your dream career is to work in the healthcare sector, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Health Professionals) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of healthcare related degrees. If you don’t have the grades you …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for peoples mental health
    • 44,064 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Around 450 million people currently experience mental health problems. Recent reports suggest that over 12 million working days were lost due to work-related stress, depression or anxiety in just one year. It’s important that employers are transparent and open about mental health …
    Free

  • Help to Grow: Management Essentials

    Small Business Charter
    A free, online course designed to equip small business leaders with the tools and insights needed for business growth.
    • 382 enquiries
    • Online
    • 2 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    Trending
    Take the first step to growing your business. Help to Grow: Management Essentials is a free, online course that will introduce you to the essential business concepts required for sustainable growth. The course is structured into three practical modules, each featuring bite-sized …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Start your career in Social Care.
    • 57,337 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    As the need for adult social care continues to rise, it's important that care workers have up-to-date support and guidance that allows them to provide the best care possible for the people they work with. If you'd like to work in adult social care, this fully online course will h …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and support. Understand Young People's Mental Health.
    • 17,744 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Trending
    Around 1 in 10 children and young people are affected by mental health problems, so it’s important that people working with them have a good understanding of mental health. If you want to learn about mental health issues to support children and young people that you work with, or …
    Free

  • CV Writing Masterclass

    Reed Courses
    Create your very own winning CV that’ll allow you to apply for jobs with confidence.
    • 25,835 students
    • Online
    • 1.1 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Want to create a CV that'll make you stand out from the crowd? We've got you covered... Reed.co.uk, one of the UK’s leading careers and courses marketplaces, is here to help make the job seeking process as painless as possible. By taking this Free CV Writing Masterclass, you’ll d …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Midwifery)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Midwife. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto University. Open to UK residents.
    • 13,416 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If being a midwife has always been your dream job, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Midwifery) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in midwifery. If you don’t have the grades you need to apply for university, an …
    Free

  • How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Can Help You Land Your Dream Job

    Reed Courses
    Learn how to use AI in your job search
    • 1,593 students
    • Online
    • 0.2 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Looking to enhance your job search skills? AI can help... Whether you're brand new to job hunting, you're seeking a step up, or you're looking for a career change, finding a new role isn't always easy. You may have heard of AI chatbots, but you might not know what they can do for …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn to care for autistic people.
    • 18,261 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    There are around 700,000 people in the UK with autism – more than 1 in every 100. If you work with people with autism, or if someone you know is autistic, this course is a great way to increase your knowledge about the condition. You will learn about autism and how it can affect …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Counselling Skills
    • 80,527 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Many people find it helpful to seek counselling at some point in their lives, and a counsellor can provide support for people in all sorts of situations. If you're interested in supporting people to improve their personal well-being, this course will provide you with the correct …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education (Land Based Studies)

    Learning Curve Group
    Start a career in animal care. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto University. Open to UK residents.
    • 489 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If working with animals has always been your dream job, the Access to HE Diploma (Land Based Science) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in animal science, veterinary nursing, zoology and other animal management related degrees. If you don’t have …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with materials and tutor support. Learn about Behaviour that Challenges
    • 13,277 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Trending
    There are lots of reasons why someone’s behaviour might be challenging – anxiety, neglect, abuse, learning disabilities, dementia, to mention just a few. If you want to gain a better understanding of challenging behaviour and how to support individuals who display it, this online …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for Children and Young people
    • 110,903 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    We all know how important it is for children and young people to be safe and well cared for. Unfortunately, some children are at risk of abuse and exploitation. If you’re involved in caring for children and you want to help those affected by these issues, our level 2 certificate …
    Free

  • Your future career starts here: Becoming an NHS healthcare support worker (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    BY ANGUS MYLNE | MAR 19, 2021
    • 32,977 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Whether you are currently in work but want to do something more fulfilling, or are without work and searching for your next opportunity, the NHS could be for you. This webinar outlines an opportunity that is open to anyone interested, and does not require any prior experienc …
    Free

  • Level 3 Data Technician Skills Bootcamps

    Just IT Training
    Gain the skills and receive support to start your data career in just 12 weeks. With guaranteed interview included!
    • 246 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Full-time
    • Tutor support
    • Job guarantee programme
    Trending
    Our Data Technician Skills Bootcamp will give you all the technical skills needed to start your first Data role, or progress to a Data Apprenticeship.
    Free

  • Job interview masterclass: How to get the job you want (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    With James Reed and The Interview Cheerleader
    • 24,399 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Are interviews your enemy? Not sure how to prepare for the big day? We talk to two interview experts as they deliver a masterclass on how to prepare and conduct yourself in an interview. Covering the importance of mindfulness, overcoming interview nerves, and learning from re …
    Free

  • Level 3 Course in Special Educational Needs (SEN)

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with funding available, study anytime with tutor support
    • 1,733 enquiries
    • Online
    • 15 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Trending
    Special Educational Needs (SEN) can affect children and young people in different ways; it can affect their reading and writing, their behaviour and concentration, their ability to understand things, or even their physical ability.
    Free

  • AI-Powered Digital Media Bootcamp

    BritAsia Academy
    Learn Generative AI-Tools For Digital Content Creation
    • 18 enquiries
    • Classroom
    • 12 weeks · Part-time
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 120 CPD points
    Popular
    Trending
    Overview Embrace the future of content creation using AI. Learn how to use advanced AI tools to generate visuals, copy, video, and social content - all aligned with today’s content creation and digital marketing demands. Who Is It For? Digital marketers, content creators, graphic …
    Free

  • CV writing, job search and interview masterclass

    Reed Business School
    Everything you need to search, apply and interview for your first job
    • 1,289 students
    • Online
    • 1.8 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Welcome to Get work ready, a course that contains everything you need to search, apply and interview for your first job. In this course we will guide you through how to search for jobs online , the different types of contracts and what they mean, as well as how to set up …
    Free

  • Level 2 Digital Skills Programme

    Just IT Training
    Start your IT or Digital Career in just 5 weeks!
    • 120 enquiries
    • Online
    • 5 weeks · Full-time
    • Tutor support
    The UK (along with countries all over the world) is currently grappling with the digital skills gap. As a result, this means anyone with IT, cyber and software development skills is in high demand. Take your first steps in the digital & IT world and embark on a fulfilling car …
    Free

  • Entry to HR Skills Bootcamps Programme

    Just IT Training
    Gain the skills and receive support to start your HR career in just 5 weeks. CIPD Certificate included.
    • 250 enquiries
    • Online
    • 5 weeks · Full-time
    • Tutor support
    • Job guarantee programme
    Popular
    Trending
    Have you ever considered a career in Human Resources ? Delivered through our specialist HR partner Company, BePro , their fully funded Skills Bootcamp programme is designed for those looking to progress in a career in HR.
    Free

  • Level 2 Cyber Security & Network Support

    Just IT Training
    Start your Cyber Career in just 3 weeks! 2 recognised qualification included.
    • New course!
    • Online
    • 3 weeks · Full-time
    • Tutor support
    Trending
    The UK’s demand for cybersecurity and network professionals is growing rapidly, with employers seeking individuals who understand how to protect systems and solve digital challenges. The government-funded Level 2 Cyber & Network Support programme offers the perfect first step …
    Free
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Reed Courses advertises a large variety of courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

A qualification can only be delivered by an awarding body which is regulated by a government body. The one you will most commonly see on site is OFQUAL, the government regulating body for England - but there is a different regulating body for each country in the United Kingdom, as well as the Republic of Ireland. Each regulating body maintains a list of the qualifications it regulates.

In addition to free courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

Reed Courses advertises a variety of free online courses. Alternatively you'll be able to enrol on an online course of your choosing, and study entirely online. If you'd prefer an in-person learning experience, you could take a classroom course where you'll be taught in a classroom at a given location. Reed Courses also advertises distance learning courses and in-company courses from a variety of learning providers.
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