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If you’re looking for an extensive range of online courses for free, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you want to develop your skills, explore new career paths, or learn a new hobby, these free online courses offer a flexible way to achieve your goals. 

From free IT fundamentals and cyber security to management and HR, you can find high-quality training that fits around your schedule and budget. Many free online courses also come with certificates, so you can boost your CV and enhance your employability - even on a low budget. 

Why choose free online courses on Reed.co.uk?

  • Discover courses in IT, management, healthcare, business, and more
  • Gain a recognised qualification with selected courses
  • Many courses include free certificates
  • Learn in your own time, at your own pace, from anywhere
  • Build skills to boost your CV and career prospects
  • Get expert support with tutors and study materials included

Ready to start learning? Browse our selection of free online courses below, or for more options, check out our free IT training courses, free management courses, and free professional development courses.

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  • 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
    • 107,727 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    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 Principles of Business Administration

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Business Administration Skills
    • 53,561 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    The level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration gives you the knowledge to work in a range of different environments in a business admin role. Whether you would like to brush up on your skills or pick up some new ones, this course will give you the knowledge you …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Cyber Security

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Stay safe online
    • 31,321 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    In an increasingly digital world, cyber security is fast becoming a main concern for many organisations. With complex online scams and cyber crime, it’s essential that organisations have an understanding of preventative measures to maintain cyber security, including techniques an …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Counselling Skills
    • 79,219 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    Many people find it helpful to seek counselling at some point in their lives, and a counsellor can provide support for people in all sorts of situations. If you're interested in supporting people to improve their personal well-being, this course will provide you with the correct …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Nurse. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto university.
    • 43,918 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    If nursing has always been your dream job, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Nursing) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in nursing. If you don’t have the grades you need to apply for university, an Access to HE …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Start your career in Social Care.
    • 56,379 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    As the need for adult social care continues to rise, it's important that care workers have up-to-date support and guidance that allows them to provide the best care possible for the people they work with. If you'd like to work in adult social care, this fully online course will h …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for peoples mental health
    • 43,179 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    Around 450 million people currently experience mental health problems. Recent reports suggest that over 12 million working days were lost due to work-related stress, depression or anxiety in just one year. It’s important that employers are transparent and open about mental health …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn to care for autistic people.
    • 17,552 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    There are around 700,000 people in the UK with autism – more than 1 in every 100. If you work with people with autism, or if someone you know is autistic, this course is a great way to increase your knowledge about the condition. You will learn about autism and how it can affect …
    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
    • 27,582 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    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 Nutrition and Health

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Gain Understanding about Nutrition
    • 16,441 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    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 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.
    • 17,351 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    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 Principles of Team Leading

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Become a Team Leader.
    • 16,709 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If you're looking to develop your team leading skills to manage a team effectively, this fully online level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading will help you do just that. This qualification will teach you the principles of team leading, how to use different styles of lea …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Coding

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you. Study materials provided with tutor support. Learn coding fundamentals.
    • 17,037 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    Coding is what makes it possible for anyone to create computer software. Websites, apps, and social media are all made with code - it is a language that tells computers what action to perform. This qualification is designed for anyone who is looking to gain an introduction to cod …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Education)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Teacher. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto University.
    • 8,361 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If being a teacher is your dream career, or you're looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Education) is a Level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of education related degrees. If you don't have the grades you need to apply for university …
    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
    • 14,584 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    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 Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 8,374 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    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 …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology)

    Learning Curve Group
    Start your career in psychology. Pay nothing for this course if you graduate from University.
    • 8,350 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If a career in one of the many psychology disciplines is your dream, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Psychology) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of psychology degrees. If you don’t have the grades you need t …
    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
    • 11,270 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    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 Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Customer Service skills for Care
    • 4,797 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    The best healthcare providers thrive by creating positive working relationships with patients, families and residents. This fully online level 2 Certificate in Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings is designed to help you develop these positive working relationship …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professionals)

    Learning Curve Group
    Ideal for Health Professionals. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto university.
    • 11,286 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If your dream career is to work in the healthcare sector, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Health Professionals) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of healthcare related degrees. If you don’t have the grades you …
    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
    • 13,048 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    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 Understanding Domestic Abuse

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about domestic abuse.
    • 5,695 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    The annual Crime Survey estimates that almost 2.5 Million adults experience domestic abuse each year. In addition, one in five children witness or experience domestic abuse in their childhood. Although it is often an under reported crime, with most cases of domestic abuse kept hi …
    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.
    • 9,327 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    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 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
    • 7,997 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    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 Adverse Childhood Experiences

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Childhood Experiences
    • 6,771 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    Trending
    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
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