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.
Browse Courses
Distance Learning Level 1
Distance Learning Level 2
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
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 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 Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
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
Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values
Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance
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
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*
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
OR
2. Aged 19+, hold a prior Level 3 qualification & earn below the income threshold
(WMCA resident: under £34,194 | 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)
If you are employed and not eligible for subsidised funding, you can take out an Advanced Learning Loan to pay for the course.
*subject to your eligibility and providing you complete the course within the given timeframe.
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