Distance Learning Courses

Distance Learning

Our Distance Learning courses give you the freedom to study what, when and where you like. And you can study for free*.

There really has never been a better time for you to learn something new – either for personal interest, to help find a job or progress in your career.

You can develop your knowledge in a number of areas from business administration to health and nutrition to social care.

Our Distance Learning courses are ideal for you if:
• You are 19-years-old or over
• You are a resident in England
• You can commit to studying for a period of up to four months, meeting regular coursework deadlines throughout this time.

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Distance Learning Level 1

Mental Health

Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness

Distance Learning Level 2

Health

Level 2 Certificate in Allergy Awareness

Level 2 Certificate in Oral Care for Health and Social Care

Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Care Planning

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Cancer Support

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Personal Care Needs

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Technology Enabled Care

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care & Management of Diabetes

Level 2 Certificate In Understanding the Safe Handling Of Medication in Health and Social Care

Childcare and Young Adults

Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People

Level 2 Certificate in Special Educational Needs and Disability

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

Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Distressed Behaviour in Children

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

Mental Health

Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

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

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Mental Health Care Worker

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

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

Level 2 Certificate in Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

Adult Care

Level 2 Certificate in Caring for the Elderly

Level 2 Certificate in Falls Prevention Awareness

Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care

Level 2 Certificate in The Dignity and Safeguarding In Adult Social Care

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of End of Life Care

Business Support

Level 2 Certificate in Digital Marketing

Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning

Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values

Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Retail Operations

Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity

Level 2 Certificate in Living in a Fair and Diverse Society

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Team Leading

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Business Improvement Techniques

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Data Protection and Data Security

Distance Learning Level 3

Courses

The following courses may be free if you meet the eligibility criteria.

Certificate in Understanding Autism*

Certificate in Understanding Mental Health*

Certificate in Understanding the Principles in Dementia Care*

Diploma in Counselling Skills*

Eligibility for Fully Funded Level 3 Distance Learning Courses

1. Aged 19+ and do not hold a prior Level 3 qualification or higher
- Employed – Fully Funded
- Low Wage – Fully Funded
- Unemployed – Fully Funded

2. Aged 19+, hold a prior Level 3 qualification & earn below the income threshold
(WMCA resident: under £32,000 | Outside WMCA: under £25,000)
- Low Wage – Fully Funded
- Unemployed – Fully Funded

Candidates must also hold a Level 2 qualification in a related subject.
Fees may be charged if the course is not completed.

(WMCA = West Midlands Combined Authority)

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