Free training! Fully funded training! Learn for free!
Sounds too good to be true right? Well yes, yes it does. But it is possible! And we’ll tell you how.
TVS Education has secured government funding from the Adult Education Budget enabling certain learners to access a range of Level 2 qualifications for free.
But what exactly is the Adult Education Budget? Who can use it and how do you access it?
Let’s find out…
What exactly is the Adult Education Budget?
The Adult Education Budget has a range of benefits, yet sadly, not many people know about.
It is a pot of government money meant for the retraining or development of individuals’ skills across a variety of sectors and topics. The funding gives employers the opportunity to upskill their workforce, and would-be employees the chance to gain the vital skills needed to kickstart their careers.
It allows learners to progress their career without breaking the bank.
Unfortunately, the Adult Education Budget isn’t well known or publicised, meaning that millions (yes, millions) of £’s of funding has gone to waste so far.
What can this money be spent on?
Adult Education Budget funding can be spent of a few things, provided some simple rules and qualifying criteria are met. Examples include:
- New skills
- Upskilling
- Career development
- Career change
- Language development
- Workforce investment
Who qualifies for funding access?
Learners aged 19 to 23 can use the funding to obtain their first level 2 or 3 qualification. Learners aged 24+ can access funding if they are on low income and wanting to obtain their first level 2 qualification. Those who are unemployed can access funding. Learners who do not have English as their first language can use funding to improve their language skills.
In summary:
- Anyone who is 19 – 23 years of age at start of training
- In full time employment in England
- Completing their first Level 2 or 3 qualification
- Any business qualifies regardless of size, employee number or turnover
Or
- Anyone who is 24+ years of age and unemployed
- Completing their first level 2 qualification
- Earning a salary less than £16,009.50 per year
Learners may also qualify if:
- They are aged 19+ years old who do not have Maths or English at Level 2 will be fully funded
- They are aged 24+ years old earning a salary of more than £16,009.51 per year can be co-funded.
How can you access funds?
As a national training provider, TVS Education are here to help you access learning utilising our allocation of Adult Education budget funding. Our current range of courses can be viewed here.
How can you check your eligibility?
We’ve tried to make it as simple as possible for learners to check eligibility. Truth be told, if you are eligible, there is quite a lengthy form to complete before enrolment can begin, but as this is government funding, things must be done properly. But don’t let a few questions deter you from pursuing your funded learning! Your future career with thank you for your perseverance.
What if this still doesn’t make sense?
Easy. Contact us! Our team are experts in providing workforce development advice and guidance to companies as well as advice to individual learners. We’re here to help you make the most of the Adult Education Budget.