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FREE Courses for Jobs

If you're aged 19 and over, unemployed or learning a low wage, you could be eligible to enrol on a fully-funded course at B&FC, free of charge!

Course list

Your future, fully funded

You can get a free* level 3 qualification if you’re:

  • aged 19 or over

  • earn below £25,000 or are unemployed

     

*For full details of eligibility, please see the Gov website - Free courses for jobs - GOV.UK

 

English, Maths and Computing Basic Skills

If you feel your lack of basic skills in English, Maths or Computing is holding you back at work and in life too, then our beginner courses could be just the helping hand you need.

  • Gain skills that employers value
  • Improve your job prospects
  • Earn a higher wage

What's on offer this January and February

We're offering the following fully-funded courses at the start of 2025. Click on the course that best suits you for more information about the course and how to apply.

 

Health and Medical Professions

Course TitleStart Date(s)
Counselling Skills - Level 325/02/2025

Flexible courses to suit you

With onsite attendance from as little as 1 or 2 days a week, our courses will leave you plenty of time to search for the kind of jobs these courses are intended to lead to as well as meeting family and other commitments.
 

Real skills for real careers

Our courses are designed with over 1,800 employers and taught by industry specialist tutors in cutting-edge facilities. They deliver essential skills to prepare you for the next step in your career.
 

Get qualified

Level 3 courses are equivalent to 2 A levels and provide the employment-focused skills and knowledge that can either boost your job prospects or lead to higher level study.
 

Extra financial support

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

  • £60 monthly bursary payment to help with course-related costs
  • 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
  • Discounted council tax
Open Events

We know from talking to existing students that attending Open Events are a real eye opener and can help students make the decision whether B&FC is right for them.

How to Get Here

Everything you need to know about getting to B&FC, whether you're travelling by car, bus or train.

What's next?

Discover the right course for you from the Course list above and apply.

For more information about the scheme and whether you're eligible, read about Free Courses for Jobs on GOV.UK.

Download our Prospectus for Adult Learners for more information about adult provision at B&FC.

Book a place at our next Open Event - a great opportunity to meet the tutors, ask questions and check out our facilities.

Contact our Course Enquiries Team if you have any questions or concerns about Free Courses for Jobs at B&FC.

Call: 01253 504343
Email: info@blackpool.ac.uk