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Sometimes, the best things in life are free. If you have a tight budget - or just want to start learning without first committing to a paid course - our free online courses are here to help.

Brush up on your knowledge with one of our free IT courses for the home or workplace, upskill yourself with a free management course to push for that promotion, or arm yourself with a free HR course to better manage people. Take a look below to find a free online course that can kickstart your career development.

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  • Level 2 Certificate in Adverse Childhood Experiences

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Childhood Experiences
    • 4,979 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Adverse circumstances can have a negative impact on anyone's life, but children and young people are particularly vulnerable. They might face difficult circumstances such as the death or divorce of parents, domestic violence, or national and international disasters. These types o …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with materials and tutor support. Learn about Behaviour that Challenges
    • 9,599 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    There are lots of reasons why someone’s behaviour might be challenging – anxiety, neglect, abuse, learning disabilities, dementia, to mention just a few. If you want to gain a better understanding of challenging behaviour and how to support individuals who display it, this online …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Creating a Business Start-Up

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Start your own business
    • 7,760 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Starting your own business can be exciting, but it’s important to be fully aware of the initial processes and requirements of a business start-up. If you’re looking to start your own business, the level 2 Certificate in Creating a Business Start-Up will help you to explore busine …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Business Improvement Techniques

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,976 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Get ahead in business with our online level 2 Certificate in Understanding Business Improvement Techniques. This qualification will help you to develop effective team working practices alongside principles and techniques that support workplace organisations. You will learn how co …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Cancer Support

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about Cancer Support
    • 3,081 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    One in two people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. For many people, diagnosis can be a daunting and overwhelming time. It's important that people can access the right levels of care and services when they need it most. As cancer treatments are improved and more pe …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for Children and Young people
    • 68,884 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    We all know how important it is for children and young people to be safe and well cared for. Unfortunately, some children are at risk of abuse and exploitation. If you’re involved in caring for children and you want to help those affected by these issues, our level 2 certificate …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and support. Understand Young People's Mental Health.
    • 13,477 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Around 1 in 10 children and young people are affected by mental health problems, so it’s important that people working with them have a good understanding of mental health. If you want to learn about mental health issues to support children and young people that you work with, or …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Principles

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn the Principles of Cleaning
    • 10,676 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If you're starting a career in the cleaning industry, the level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Principles is the best way to brush up on your skills and show your competency to employers in one of the largest business sectors in the UK. You will know the difference between routine an …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 5,017 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Good customer service is crucial for any business. 96% of unhappy customers don’t ever complain - instead, 91% of them simply leave and never come back. This shows that providing good customer service and handling any issues in a professional and courteous manner is essential for …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Excellence in Customer Service for Hospitality

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Customer Service Skills
    • 4,522 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In the hospitality sector, staff are often the forefront of the business. When you're working in hospitality, it's important to make sure you give customers a great first impression. This fully online course will help you brush up on essential skills for hospitality, including ho …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in LGBTQIA+ Inclusion in the workplace (RQF)

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Become a LGBT ally
    • 1,513 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Inclusivity in the workplace is important for any industry, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion is a priority for many organisations. Social attitudes and legal rights have changed dramatically in recent years, and it’s important that employees are protected from discrimination in the workpla …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Gain Understanding about Nutrition
    • 8,779 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Whether you work in the healthcare or fitness industry and want to enhance your knowledge, or whether you just want to make some lifestyle changes yourself, our level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health is perfect for you. This fully online course will teach you …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Help Safeguard individuals
    • 8,236 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In 2019, a total of 5,738 individuals were referred to the Prevent programme, with the education sector accounting for 33% of this number. Anyone wanting to work in local authorities, schools, colleges, uniformed services or health and social care needs to be aware of safeguardin …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Safe Handling of Medication in Health & Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Safe Handling of Medication
    • 17,510 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Modern medicines are powerful substances which have beneficial effects for millions of people worldwide. However, inappropriate use or handling of these substances can have severe, or even fatal, consequences. Up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines is essential fo …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 4,742 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Around 15% of people have a learning difficulty, which means they can find it harder to learn certain skills. If you're looking to improve your understanding and awareness of learning difficulties, this is the course for you. You will learn about a range of specific learning diff …
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  • Early years Skills Bootcamps

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    Gain essential skills and a guaranteed interview for a paid role in a nursery near you
    • 450 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Part-time
    • Tutor support
    • Job guarantee programme
    Get new skills and a guaranteed interview for a paid role in an early years setting near you. Our early years Skills Bootcamps are free and linked to paid roles. It's a chance to get the skills that employers are looking for, before being introduced to a nursery near you.
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Dementia Care
    • 5,436 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Dementia is one of the main causes of disability in later life, and cases are rising – by 2051, it’s expected that two million people in the UK will have dementia. If you work with people with dementia, it’s important that you understand the condition and know how to provide the …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Dignity & Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Benefit the people you care for
    • 5,804 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If you work in health and social care, you need to understand the fundamentals of safeguarding in order to protect the health, well-being and human rights of the people you care for. Our level 2 certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 998 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Britain has an ageing population - the number of people aged over 64 is expected to grow to 15 million by 2040. This means more people will live with serious chronic illnesses and need end of life care. Our level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care will give you the k …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 4,173 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    About 300,000 patients develop an infection in England each year while being treated by the NHS. Protecting people from infection is a really important part of providing high-quality care, especially as some life-threatening infections can spread easily within care environments. …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Give better advice and guidance
    • 3,651 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    For many businesses, being able to offer clear and accurate information, advice or guidance - and knowing what can be shared legally and professionally - is really important. If you give information, advice or guidance as part of your role, this course can help you brush up on yo …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 2,618 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    Great service
    This level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques aims to improve business performance through continuous professional development (Kaizen). This fully online qualification will help you understand the concept of a lean environment and its benefits, as well as h …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about Exercise And Nutrition
    • 12,563 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Getting fit and healthy can be a daunting prospect when you first start out on your fitness journey, so it’s important to be fully aware of how to best do this for you. The level 2 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition will enable you to develop the ski …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Retail Operations

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Retail Operations
    • 2,960 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If you work in retail, it's important that you're fully trained and equipped to meet customers' needs. Our level 2 certificate in Understanding Retail Operations covers everything from the selling process to retail law to handling customer complaints. It's a great way to make sur …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Warehousing and Storage

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Warehousing Skills
    • 4,521 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    The warehousing and storage of goods is an essential part of any logistics operation. Our fully online level 2 Certificate in Principles of Warehousing and Storage qualification is perfect for those currently seeking employment in this sector. The qualification will give you insi …
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Reed Courses advertises a large variety of courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

A qualification can only be delivered by an awarding body which is regulated by a government body. The one you will most commonly see on site is OFQUAL, the government regulating body for England - but there is a different regulating body for each country in the United Kingdom, as well as the Republic of Ireland. Each regulating body maintains a list of the qualifications it regulates.

In addition to free courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

Reed Courses advertises a variety of free online courses. Alternatively you'll be able to enrol on an online course of your choosing, and study entirely online. If you'd prefer an in-person learning experience, you could take a classroom course where you'll be taught in a classroom at a given location. Reed Courses also advertises distance learning courses and in-company courses from a variety of learning providers.