New Year, New Future, New You!
Start the year by investing in your future! Explore free and flexible courses launching this January.
Ready to build your future this new year?
A new year is the perfect time to focus on your career goals, strengthen your skills, and create the future you want. Whether you’re aiming to boost your career, gain essential skills, or learn something new, there’s a course for you this January.
Our courses are designed to help you get job-ready or move up in your career. Many of our adult courses for jobs are free so there’s never been a better time to invest in yourself.
Choose from a range of career-focused courses in areas like Health & Social Care, Business and Management, Construction and more.
- 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 application and enrolment process to get started stress-free
Start shaping your future today!
Gain Skills That Employers Value
Our flexible courses provide you with the skills you need to develop your career, while juggling family responsibilities and other commitments.
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View CoursesImprove your everyday, essential workplace skills?
Refresh your skills, build your confidence, and open new doors. Our flexible courses in English, Maths, and Computing suit parents and those who work, catering for everyone.
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View CoursesFully fund your future with our free courses!
If you’re aged 19+ and want to gain the skills employers are looking for, you could study for free. These courses are designed to help you get job-ready or move up in your career at no cost to you.
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View CoursesBe degree ready in six months or less!
Achieve degree readiness in six months or less with our fast-track programmes. Perfect if you're looking to advance your career quickly and efficiently.
Explore a full range of upcoming courses available at B&FC
Click one of the links below if you have particular subject area in mind.
Automotive | Business & Finance | Children, Young People & Families | Computing | Construction | Creative Arts | Engineering | Hair, Beauty & Related Therapies | Health & Social Care | Hospitality, Culinary Skills & Events Management | Media, Production & Film | Performing Arts & Music | Public Services | Sports, Leisure & Recreation | Teaching & Learning Support | Travel & Tourism
FREE Courses For Jobs
Improve your career prospects for free! You can get a free* level 3 qualification if you’re aged 19 or over, earn below £25,750 or are unemployed.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | Level 3 | 27/02/26 |
| Bookkeeping | Level 3 | 23/02/26 27/02/26 |
| Business for Managers - Fast Track to Degree | Level 3 | 13/01/26 |
| IT Systems and Principles for IT Professional - Fast Track to Degree | Level 3 | 15/01/26 |
| Understanding Mental Health (Working in Mental Health) | Level 3 | 06/01/26 |
| Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care (Dementia Pathway) | Level 3 | 02/02/26 |
| Understanding Mental Health (Mental Health Pathway) | Level 3 | 24/02/26 |
| Counselling Skills | Level 3 | 24/02/26 |
| Entry to Uniformed Services - Fast Track to Degree | Level 3 | 07/01/26 |
*For full details of eligibility, please see the Gov website - Free courses for jobs - GOV.UK
FREE Courses in Basic English, Maths and Computing
Master the basics and gain the confidence to thrive. For more information visit our dedicated page about English, Maths and Computing Basic Skills.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Computing Basic Skills | Basic Skills | Anytime |
| English Basic Skills | Basic Skills | Anytime |
| Let's Get Digital IT Skills | Basic Skills | Anytime |
| Maths Basic Skills | Basic Skills | Anytime |
| Multiply - 50+ Ready for Change Blackpool | Basic Skills | Anytime |
| Multiply - Healthy Living on a Budget Blackpool | Basic Skills | Anytime |
| Multiply - Home Design on a Budget Blackpool | Basic Skills | Anytime |
| Multiply - Savvy Saver Blackpool | Basic Skills | Anytime |
FREE ESOL Courses (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
Enhance your English language skills and boost your confidence.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| ESOL Essential Skills - Pre Entry Level | Basic Skills | 26/01/26 |
FREE Construction Skills Course
For anyone who has struggled to find lasting employment.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Build Up Programme with CSCS Green Labourer Card | Entry | Anytime |
FREE Prepare to Care Course
For individuals who are looking to work in the health and social care sector.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Prepare to Care | Level 1 | 20/01/26 |
FREE Prepare for Children's Social Care Course
For individuals who are looking to work in children's social care.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children's and Young People's Settings (Prepare for Childrens Social Care) | Level 1 | 04/03/26 |
Fast Track to Degrees
Earn your degree in six months or less and unlock your future with B&FC’s fast-track programmes.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business for Managers | Level 3 | 13/01/26 | Free* |
| Digital Design and Media | Level 3 | 12/01/26 | Free* |
| Entry to the Uniformed Services | Level 3 | 07/01/26 | Free* |
| IT Systems and Principles for IT Professionals | Level 3 | 15/01/26 | Free* |
| Music Technology | Level 3 | 15/01/26 | Free* |
| Performing Arts | Level 3 | 15/01/26 | Free* |
Automotive
Gear up to a professional career with an automotive qualification from us.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Maintenance | Level 1 | 30/01/26 | Free* |
Business and Finance
Make your first great business decision by choosing to study with us.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cultural Leadership Skills Bootcamp | Level 5 | 08/01/26 | Free* |
| Digital Promotion for Business | Level 2 | 15/01/26 | Free* |
| Business Management - Fast Track to Degree | Level 3 | 13/01/26 | Free* |
| Aspiring to Lead a Team (CMI) | Level 2 | 16/01/26 | Non-funded |
| People Management | Level 5 | 03/02/26 | Free* |
| People Management | Level 5 | 24/03/26 | Free* |
| Accounting | Level 3 (AAT) | 27/02/26 | Free* |
| Professional Accounting | Level 4 (AAT) | 05/01/26 | Free* |
| Bookkeeping | Level 2 | 26/01/26 | Free* |
| Bookkeeping | Level 3 | 23/02/26 | Free* |
| Bookkeeping | Level 3 | 27/02/26 | Free* |
Children, Young People and Families
Learn how to support and develop families and young people from tiny tots to tweens and teens.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Social Worker Pathway | Level 1 to 2 | Anytime | Free* |
| Early Years Pathway | Level 1 to 2 | Anytime | Free* |
| Working in Early Years | Level 2 to 3 | Anytime | Free* |
| Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent (Early Years Pathway) | Level 2 | 20/01/26 | Free* |
| Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses (Early Years Pathway) | Level 2 | 03/03/26 | Free* |
Computing and Digital Technologies
Ctrl what you study and shift your career expectations here.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| IT Systems and Principles for IT Professionals - Fast Track to Degree | Level 3 | 15/01/26 | Free* |
| IT Systems and Principles for IT Professionals | Level 2 | 22/01/26 | Free* |
| Cyber Security - Certificate of Higher Education | Certificate | 19/01/26 | Free* |
Construction
Build your way to a better future by studying a professional trade qualification with us.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Skills (Plastering) | Level 1 | 28/01/26 | Free* |
| Intro to the Construction Environment (Females Only) | Level 1 | 27/01/26 | Free* |
| Intro to the Construction Environment (Females Only) | Level 1 | 29/01/26 | Free* |
| Bricklaying | Level 2 | 07/01/26 | Free* |
| Painting and Decorating | Level 2 | 07/01/26 | Free* |
| Intro to the Construction Environment (Carpentry and Joinery) | Level 1 | 07/01/26 | Free* |
| Intro to the Construction Environment (Carpentry and Joinery) | Level 1 | 25/03/26 | Free* |
| Carpentry and Joinery Operations | Level 2 | 06/01/26 | Free* |
| Carpentry and Joinery Operations | Level 2 | 24/03/26 | Free* |
| Build Up Programme with CSCS Green Labourer Card | Level 1 | Anytime | Free* |
| Requirements for Electrical Installations | Level 3 | 03/03/26 | Non-funded |
| Intro to the Construction Environment (Painting and Decorating) | Level 1 | 25/03/26 | Free* |
Creative Arts
Feed your imagination with courses designed to nurture creative careers.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art and Design | Level 2 | 28/01/26 | Free* |
Engineering
Power your way to career success on one of our industry-inspired engineering programmes.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | Level 3 | 27/01/26 | Free* |
| Engineering Operations (Knowledge) | Level 2 | 27/01/26 | Free* |
Hair, Beauty and Related Therapies
Make sure your skills are a cut above the rest with an industry-recognised qualification from us.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facial and Head Massage with Skincare | Level 2 | 02/03/26 | Free* |
| Barbering | Level 2 | 21/01/26 | Free* |
| Barbering | Level 3 | 20/01/26 | Free* |
| Nail Technology | Level 2 | 29/01/23 | Free* |
| Cosmetic Make-Up and Beauty Consultancy | Level 2 | 03/02/26 | Free* |
| Ayurvedic Indian Head Massage | Certificate | 16/02/26 | Non-funded |
Health and Social Care
Examine your career options with our range of health and social care courses.
Hospitality, Culinary Skill and Events Management
Create the perfect recipe for professional success.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Culinary Skills | Level 3 | 14/01/26 | Free* |
| Event Planning | Level 2 | 14/01/26 | Free* |
| The Sustainable Chef Skills Bootcamp - Wave 6 | Level 3 | 20/01/26 | Free* |
| Cake Decoration for Beginners | Level 1 | 20/01/26 | Non-funded |
| Food Safety in Catering | Level 2 | 02/02/26 | Free* |
| Culinary Skills | Level 2 | 04/03/26 | Free* |
| Barista Skills | Level 2 | Anytime | Non-funded |
| Cake Decoration | Level 2 | 10/03/26 | Free* |
Media, Production and Film
Channel your enthusiasm for film and television with one of our innovative media courses.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Design and Media - Fast Track to Degree | Level 3 | 12/01/26 | Free* |
Performing Arts and Music
Discover your star potential and prepare for a career on stage.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performing Arts - Fast Track to Degree | Level 3 | 15/01/26 | Free* |
| Music Technology - Fast Track to Degree | Level 3 | 15/01/26 | Free* |
Public Services
Prepare for a career helping your local community with one of our public services programmes
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry to Uniformed Services - Fast Track to Degree | Level 3 | 07/01/26 | Free* |
| Introduction to Principles of Criminology | Level 2 | 19/03/26 | Free* |
Sports, Leisure and Recreation
Get your career into great shape with a course from our sport, leisure and recreation curriculum.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitness Coaching | Level 2 | 04/02/26 | Free* |
| Nutrition for Health, Weight Management and Sports Performance | Level 4 | 26/01/26 | Free* |
| Technical Specialist in Sports Massage Therapy | Level 3 | 04/02/26 | Free* |
| Sport | Level 3 | 28/01/26 | Free* |
| Personal Training | Level 3 | 04/02/26 | Free* |
| Advanced Personal Training | Level 4 | 05/02/26 | Free* |
Teaching and Learning Support
Help learners to flourish by support teaching and training in the classroom and beyond.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistant Pathway | Level 1 to 3 | Anytime | Free* |
| Working in Schools and Colleges Pathway | Level 2 to 3 | Anytime | Free* |
| SEND Pathway | Level 2 to 4 | Anytime | Free* |
| Special Support Assistant Pathway | Level 2 | Anytime | Free* |
| Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties (Teaching Assistant Pathway) | Level 2 | 08/01/26 | Free* |
| Understanding Autism (SEND Pathway) | Level 2 | 07/01/26 | Free* |
| Advanced Practitioner in Schools and Colleges (SEND Pathway) | Level 4 | 27/01/26 | Free* |
| Support Work in Schools and Colleges (Teaching Assistant Pathway) | Level 2 | 23/03/26 | Free* |
| Education and Training Award (AET) | Level 3 | 13/01/26 | Non-funded |
Travel and Tourism
Land the perfect job with one of our travel and tourism courses and watch your career take off.
| Course Title | Qualification | Start Date | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Cabin Crew | Level 2 | 14/01/26 | Free* |
*Courses are free for those who meet the eligibility criteria. Visit our Financial Support page for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I Apply?
The quickest way to apply is to find your chosen course listed above and click on 'Apply' in the course page.
Alternatively, you can call our Course Enquiries Team on 01253 504343 and we will complete the form with you.
How can Student Support services help me?
We know how important having the right support is for our students, so whether you need support with your studies or assistance.
- Learning support for disabilities such as autism, sensory impairments, and mental health issues
- One-on-one support from course tutors with ongoing feedback for improvement
- Resource centre with experts to assist with coursework information
- Exam access arrangements for students needing alternative conditions
- One-on-one support from wellbeing mentors
- Referrals to specialised external support services
- Wellbeing spaces for a calming environment during stressful times
- Resilience-building sessions and weekly support workshops
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What Financial Support is Available?
There's plenty of financial help available for adults returning to education, but funding will depend both on the course you choose and/or your personal circumstances.
- Most courses are FREE or have no upfront costs
- Help with childcare costs
- FREE or discounted 24/7 Blackpool Transport travel pass for eligible students
- FREE healthy breakfast
- Help with course expenses and equipment
- Non-refundable financial support available
- Discounted Council Tax
How will I Enrol?
If you're looking to begin a course in January or February 2026, now is the perfect time to apply. After submitting your application for your chosen course, you will receive an invitation to our Enrolment Event at Bispham Campus on Wednesday, 7 January or Thursday, 8 January, between 1pm and 6.30pm, this is your opportunity to meet our expert tutors.
They will ensure you have all the information you need and that the course you’ve selected is the perfect fit for your aspirations. Don’t miss out on this chance to start the year off right!
Can’t see the right course for you?
Don't worry! we have plenty more courses to make sure you achieve your career goals!
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