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Adult Learners

Whether your career ambitions are big or small, we believe it’s never too late to achieve your full potential.

Adult Learning Opportunities at B&FC

It's never too late to achieve your career dream - especially when you study a career-focused course at B&FC. We offer help with funding, lots of ongoing support and timetabling that fits around your life. So what's stopping you?
 

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Adult Courses Starting January - March 2026

  • New Year. New Futures. New You.

    Start the year by investing in your future! Explore free and flexible courses launching this January.

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Discover Your Path to Success

Why B&FC is a great choice for Adult Learners

  • Most courses are FREE or have no upfront fees
  • Timetables are designed to fit around your commitments
  • Extra financial support is available for eligible students
  • Personalised learning support for every learner
  • Careers advice to ensure your course aligns with your career goals
  • A smooth enrolment process to get started stress-free
     

It All Starts With a Helping Hand

  • FREE healthy breakfast
  • FREE Blackpool Transport travel pass
  • FREE career planning

Financial Support and Course Fees for Adult Learners

  • Course Fees

    If you meet any of the following criteria, you could be eligible for full funding which means you won't have to pay any course fees.

    • Are in receipt of income-related benefits
    • Working and earning less than £25,000
    • Aged 19+ and don't have a Level 3 qualification
    • The course you are enrolling on is funded via the Government's Free Courses For Jobs (FCFJ) scheme
       

    Extra financial support

    The following non-repayable financial support is available for eligible students:

    • Help with childcare costs
    • FREE or discounted 24/7 Blackpool Transport travel pass
    • FREE circular shuttle bus linking our Bispham Campus with Poulton-Le-Fylde
    • FREE healthy breakfast
    • Discounted Council Tax

  • Advanced Learner Loan

    If you don't qualify for a FREE course, you can still secure funding for adult learning with an Advanced Learner Loan which will cover the fees for your course and is only repayable once you've completed your course and are earning over £25,000 a year.

    If you are earning an annual salary of:

    £25,000 or less - £0 monthly repayment

    £26,000 - £7.50 monthly repayment - Less than a weekly Starbucks

    £30,000 - £37.50 monthly repayment - The average cost of a takeaway for two

    £35,000 - £75.00 monthly repayment - The price of a premium TV and broadband package

    £40,000 - £112.50 monthly repayment - A head to toe pamper session
     

    You will only need to take out an Advanced Learner Loan if:

    • Your course is not eligible for Government funding as described above in the Course Fees section AND
    • You are over 19 years of age and studying a Level 3 qualification
       
    Visit our Financial Support page for more information

Not Found What You’re Looking For?

  • Courses for Adult Learners

    Explore our comprehensive list of courses designed specifically for adult learners. Discover diverse subjects and flexible learning options to meet your career goals.

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  • Industry Training & CPD

    Enhance your professional skills with our industry training and continuous professional development (CPD) courses. Gain the relevant accreditations you need to elevate your career and keep you competitive.

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  • Open Events

    Join us at our upcoming open events to learn more about our courses and opportunities. Save the date to experience our welcoming community and discover how we can support your learning journey.

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