The subject areas below reflect the types of funded qualifications many eligible adults can access through approved providers. Availability depends on your eligibility, your location, provider capacity, and current funding rules. Use the eligibility check to see realistic options for you.
If you think you may be eligible, you can check in a few minutes. Browse funded course areas, see how matching works, then complete the eligibility form.
Each area links to a plain-English guide covering who the courses suit, common levels, and what providers usually check. Providers confirm eligibility, evidence, funding and availability.
Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications for care roles. Many courses are funded for eligible adults, subject to provider checks.
Awareness and support qualifications, often at Level 2, that can suit care, support and workplace roles.
Early-years and childcare qualifications for people who want to work with children. Placement requirements vary by course.
School support qualifications that can lead towards teaching assistant roles. Schools and providers set their own entry expectations.
Admin and office skills qualifications, often at Level 2 or Level 3, useful across many employers.
From essential digital skills to more technical routes. Availability depends on your area and the provider's current offer.
Construction-related training and site-readiness routes. Some options are classroom-based and some need practical attendance.
Many adults in England can study English and maths up to Level 2 for free under legal entitlements, subject to provider checks.
Some funded qualifications can be studied online from home, depending on the course and provider model.
Most funded adult courses sit at Level 2 (roughly GCSE standard) or Level 3 (roughly A level standard). Funding rules differ between levels: Level 2 routes are often linked to entitlements or low-income rules, while Level 3 funding may depend on whether you already hold a full Level 3 qualification.
Skills Bootcamps are a separate, shorter option with their own eligibility, and Free Courses for Jobs is a specific Level 3 offer for eligible adults. A provider can confirm which route applies to the course you want.
Your employment status, income and benefits can affect which funded routes may be open to you.
Unemployed adults may qualify for funded courses, especially where training supports getting back into work.
Being on Universal Credit does not automatically fund a course, but it can support eligibility for some routes.
Working adults, including part-time workers, can sometimes access funded training depending on income and prior qualifications.
Start with the type of work you want, then check whether the qualification level matches your current experience. If you are unsure which sectors are hiring, the UK jobs in demand guide shows where vacancies and skills shortages are.
Checking eligibility first saves time. It helps route your enquiry towards providers with options that may realistically be available for your circumstances and location, rather than courses you cannot access.
Funding rules and availability change by level, provider, and your circumstances. These explainers help you interpret what "funded" means and what to prepare before you apply.
Examples of the qualification types many providers offer through funded routes. Funding and availability depend on your circumstances, location and the provider.
Level 2 Certificate
Level 3 Diploma
Level 2 Certificate
Level 3 Certificate
Level 2 Certificate
Level 2 Diploma
Level 3 Certificate
Level 2 Certificate
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