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Taking a course doesn't have to be costly, and reed.co.uk features a wide range of Free courses, including classroom based courses, online courses and distance Learning courses. Eligibility for each course may vary, so it's important to contact the course provider for full terms and conditions.

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  • Top Tips To Starting A Successful Side Hustle (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    With James Reed, Rosie Reed, and Seven Accomplished Side Hustlers
    • 7,961 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    When job security and career goals feel fragile and uncertain, pursuing a side hustle could be a great way to fulfil your ambitions and work on your terms. Is now the time to find the self-starter or entrepreneur in you? This webinar follows the journeys, successes, roadblock …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Business Improvement Techniques

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,407 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Get ahead in business with our online level 2 Certificate in Understanding Business Improvement Techniques. This qualification will help you to develop effective team working practices alongside principles and techniques that support workplace organisations. You will learn how co …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course based remotely, to help you understand the safe handling of medication
    • 494 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 153 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring. You must: Be currently living in England - postcode eligibility applies (see the requirements section for more information) Have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years - for purposes other than study Be aged 19+ ye …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in LGBTQIA+ Inclusion in the workplace (RQF)

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Become a LGBT ally
    • 1,152 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Inclusivity in the workplace is important for any industry, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion is a priority for many organisations. Social attitudes and legal rights have changed dramatically in recent years, and it’s important that employees are protected from discrimination in the workpla …
    Free
  • Free Level 2 NVQ in Painting & Decorating

    Tendean
    City & Guilds NVQ Diploma in Painting & Decorating On Site on the job assessment Blue CSCS Card
    • 682 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 months · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Free NVQ Course - once you have the NVQ you can apply for the Blue CSCS Card **AVAILABLE TO THOSE LIVING IN THE NON DEVOLVED AREAS LISTED BELOW - PLEASE CHECK ** YOU MUST LIVE IN THE UK & HAVE BEEN A UK RESIDENT FOR 3 YEARS PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET THIS REQUIRE …
    Free
  • Edge Hill University Open Day - Thursday 19th October 2023

    Edge Hill University.
    Thursday 19 October 2023 3.00pm - 6.00pm
    • 195 enquiries
    • Classroom
    Ready for a new challenge? Want to build on your undergraduate degree and delve deeper into your subject? Or take your career in education to the next level? Then this event is for you. At Edge Hill University, we inspire minds and change futures. So can you. Take the next step a …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course based remotely, with tutor support to help you understanding autism further into level 3
    • 66 enquiries
    • Online
    • 15 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 189 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring: HOW DO I KNOW IF I AM ELIGIBLE? Aged 19+ as of 31st August 2023 Lived in the EU for the last 3 years You do not hold a level 3 (or higher) qualification in any subject, or, if you do hold a qualification of at least l …
    Free
  • NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices

    LearnTech
    Live online course with innovative resources, experienced trainers and 1:1 support!
    • 72 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    A career in cyber security can be amazing! This course is ideal for you are looking to expand your knowledge and skills in cyber security. Maybe you already work in IT, or maybe you lead a team responsible for electronic communications as part of the day-to-day? Gaining sector aw …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Care Planning

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,257 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In the care sector, it’s important that residents and patients are treated with a friendly and caring approach. The need for high-quality, skilled and knowledgeable care workers has never been greater. Our level 2 course in Care Planning will make sure you’ve got all the knowledg …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course, with tutor support and study materials to increase your knowledge of specific learning difficulties
    • 212 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 135 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring. You must: Be currently living in England - postcode eligibility applies (see the requirements section for more information) Have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years - for purposes other than study Be aged 19+ ye …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Technology Enabled Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about Technology in Care
    • 654 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In this fast-moving world, technology plays a huge part in daily life. The care sector is no different. Technology Enabled Care (TEC) is playing an increasing role in health and social care, with over 1.7 million vulnerable people relying on TEC to support independence in their o …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children & Young People’s Mental Health

    Reed Courses
    Accredited Level 2 Qualification | Unlimited Tutor Support | Free Digital E-Certificate
    • 251 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Want to better understand children's and young people’s mental health? This Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children & Young People’s Mental Health will help you to develop the skills needed to understand a range of mental health conditions that affect children and young …
    Free
  • Contracting & Self-Employment: Getting Started (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    BY ANGUS MYLNE | DEC 14, 2020
    • 6,067 students
    • Online
    • 0.9 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Ever wondered what it would be like to be self-employed whilst working for other companies? Are you fully aware of all the legalities you must fulfil in order to work as a contractor? Do you know where you can go or who you can approach if you have such questions about contract …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course based remotely, with tutor support and study materials to increase your knowledge of domestic abuse
    • 203 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 135 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring. You must: Be currently living in England - postcode eligibility applies (see the requirements section for more information) Have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years - for purposes other than study Be aged 19+ ye …
    Free
  • Fully Funded IT Support (CompTIA)

    Netcom Training
    Live tutor-led classes, tutor and student support
    • 85 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Part-time
    • Professional certification
    • Certificate(s) included
    Demand for tech support is soaring. So is the need for top-performing candidates. Our IT Support digital training course is designed to equip you with the desirable skills employers want and need. In this 12-week online course, you will learn how to make sure hardware, networks …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles Of Dementia Care

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course based remotely, to help you understand the principles of dementia care further into level 3
    • 45 enquiries
    • Online
    • 15 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 184 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring: HOW DO I KNOW IF I AM ELIGIBLE? Aged 19+ as of 31st August 2023 Lived in the EU for the last 3 years You do not hold a level 3 (or higher) qualification in any subject, or, if you do hold a qualification of at least l …
    Free
    • 3,074 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    In this webinar, run in partnership with the Keep Britain Working campaign, we’ll outline the most common skills that employers across many industries look out for. Then, we’ll advise on how you can promote your transferability to the person considering your application to maxi …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health in the Early Years

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with materials and tutor support. Learn about Mental Health in Early Years.
    • 2,407 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    The early years of childhood are critical for development. Learning the significance of attachment and adverse experiences during this time is important to understand children’s mental health. Children can be exposed to several traumatic experiences throughout their early years w …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service

    Reed Courses
    Accredited Level 2 Qualification | Unlimited Tutor Support | Free Digital E-Certificate
    • 203 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Looking to learn the basic principles of good customer service? This Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service provides the knowledge and skills required by employers to work in a range of different environments in a customer service role. Develop essential knowledge …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course, with tutor support and study materials to increase your knowledge of childhood experiences.
    • 212 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 135 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring. You must: Be currently living in England - postcode eligibility applies (see the requirements section for more information) Have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years - for purposes other than study Be aged 19+ ye …
    Free
    • 1,353 students
    • Online
    • 0.1 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    This micro course will explore how to use Audacity for recording and editing your voice and adding a sound effect. This course will cover the basics in order to get you up and running within 10 minutes.
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Caring for the Elderly

    Reed Courses
    Accredited Level 2 Qualification | Unlimited Tutor Support | Free Digital E-Certificate
    • 165 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Looking to make a difference to the lives of elderly people? This Level 2 Certificate in Caring for the Elderly will help you to develop your knowledge and understanding of caring for the elderly. Designed for those who wish to understand the principles of elderly care, this cou …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 in Information, Advice or Guidance

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course, with tutor support and study materials to increase your knowledge of information, advice or guidance
    • 81 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 135 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring. You must: Be currently living in England - postcode eligibility applies (see the requirements section for more information) Have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years - for purposes other than study Be aged 19+ ye …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

    Reed Courses
    Accredited Level 2 Qualification | Unlimited Tutor Support | Free Digital E-Certificate
    • 199 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Are you interested in making a meaningful contribution to the well-being of vulnerable adults in our society? This Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care is designed specifically for individuals seeking to prepare themselves for a rewarding career in adult …
    Free
  • Operations Management Level 5 funded programme

    Itec training solutions Ltd
    18 month funded leadership programme for Senior level managers
    • 289 enquiries
    • Online
    • 18 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    During this programme learners will attend an online workshop and have a one-to-one session with their Management Mentor every six weeks. After each session the learners will need to complete a reflective account looking at what they have taken from the workshop, and how this n …
    Free

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