Online enrolment guide

How to get started…

Getting started doesn’t get much easier

The level 2 qualifications we offer typically involve a lengthy enrolment process. However, here at Free Courses in England Online we take care of all of the hard work making your enrolment stress and anxiety free…

Before you start

Please make sure you are eligible for funding before starting your enrolment.

Eligibility checker

Eligibility Criteria

 

  • Aged 19 or over as of 31/8/22
  • Living in England
  • Have lived in the UK/EU/EEA for at least 3 years*
  • Not completed any part of the course before

 

*EEA nationals will need to have obtained either pre settlement or settled status and provide evidence of this.

If you have any questions on eligibility or any part of the enrolment process please contact us

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Your guide to fast-track online enrolment

Access to an award-winning e-learning platform

Our all-new online process means you can access the award-winning e-learning platform faster, and more securely than ever before.

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Whether you are looking to progress in your career, make a difference in lives around you or simply want to start a course that you have a special interest in, pick one course you’d like to start first (you can only do one at a time).

When you are happy with your choice of course, follow the 3 simple steps to enrolment…

Please note: you must complete all 3 steps before you can start your free course.

Step 1

Create your account with us

step 1
create an account with us

Create an account with us via the short form on your chosen course page.

Why do I need to create an account?

We use the data you give us to generate your funded course application form (step 2).

Is my data secure?

Yes, your data is 100% secure.

 

We care about our learners privacy and work tirelessly to maintain strict data protection obligations.

 

To read our data privacy notice please follow this link.

On submission, you will be directed to your secure application form…

Step 2

Complete your funded course application form

Select ‘Continue without an account’ to start your application.

Please be aware if the form is inactive or without input for 20 minutes, the session will expire and your progress will not be saved.

Step 2
application form

You will need an in date form of identification and your national insurance number.

Any of the ID documents listed below are acceptable.

Why do I need to provide ID?

The free courses are all nationally accredited qualifications, meaning you need to be eligible for government funding in order to secure your place.

 

Providing proof of your identity is a mandatory requirement in order to access funding.

 

If this is not provided you will be deemed ineligible for funding and not permitted to access your chosen course.

 

If your name on your ID is different from the name and/or surname on the one in your application, we will need further evidence to support this. For example, a copy of your marriage certificate or deed poll.

Application form guide

Section 1 - Eligibility and course

Please read the eligibility criteria carefully.

Please note: to be eligible for funding you must tick to confirm you meet the criteria.

FAQs

Which learning method should I select?

To start the course online, please select ‘paper based learning materials with online assessment‘.

Section 2 - Personal details

All form fields are mandatory unless otherwise stated.

FAQs

Who are The Skills Network?

The Skills Network are our partners and your training provider.

 

They will deliver your free course.

 

The Skills Network have proudly supported over 1.6M learners over the past decade develop life-long skills and learnings.

Is my data secure?

Yes, your data is 100% secure.

 

The Skills Network are committed to ensuring that all personal information they hold is treated properly and in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.

 

To read The Skills Network data privacy notice please follow this link.

Section 3 - Equality and diversity

All form fields are mandatory unless otherwise stated.

Section 4 - Qualifications and employment

All form fields are mandatory unless otherwise stated.

Section 5 - Emergency contact

This section is optional.

Section 6 - Final details

All form fields are mandatory unless otherwise stated.

Why do I need to provide ID?

The free courses are all nationally accredited qualifications, meaning you need to be eligible for government funding in order to secure your place.

 

Providing proof of your identity is a mandatory requirement in order to access funding.

 

If this is not provided you will be deemed ineligible for funding and not permitted to access your chosen course.

 

If your name on your ID is different from the name and/or surname on the one in your application, we will need further evidence to support this. For example, a copy of your marriage certificate or deed poll.

On submission, you will be taken to your Skills Network user area…

Scroll down and select ‘Complete your initial assessment‘

The initial assessment will also be sent to you via email when you submit your application form. The email will be sent from The Skills Network.

Step 3

Complete your brief initial assessment

Step 3
initial assessment

Please answer the questions to the best of your ability

Why do I need to do an initial assessment?

The initial assessment is used as a starting point with your current knowledge in relation to your course.

 

The information is used to support and develop your curriculum plan and ensure your learning is excellent.

Does the initial assessment count towards my qualification?

No, the initial assessment is not an exam and will not count towards your qualification.​

On completion, you will receive an email asking you to accept your funded place.

When you accept your place, you will be enrolled in your course.

After you accept you will be emailed or called within 24 hours.

You will be then to access the course and start your journey to qualification.

Contact us

0800 001 5910
9am-5pm | Mon-Fri

online@freecoursesinengland.co.uk
We aim to reply within 24 hours

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