Education & Training FAQs
Where can I find free online courses?
A lot of the leading online learning platforms offer a wide range of free courses. Udemy, Future Learn, New Skills Academy and EdX are just some. Whether you’re interested in workplace health and safety or fine art, learning doesn’t have to cost a penny. Check out the free courses before you pay to start your learning adventure on a budget.
How can I save money on online learning?
Easy ways to keep costs of online learning down include looking for new member incentives, free trials, choosing courses with lifetime access for the best value, bundling up related courses you’re interested in, and haggling for corporate discounts.
What’s the cheapest way to learn a language?
Check out free learning apps like Duolingo to start learning a new language without paying a penny. Plus, there are plenty of free learning resources online if you want to try your hand at a new language. Platforms like Babbel and Rosetta Stone offer free trials for new customers too.
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Online courses deals
Fancy yourself as the next Stephen King? Or maybe you’ve always dreamed of becoming a qualified beauty therapist? Luckily there are plenty of ways to pursue your dreams even if you’re on a tight budget.
Get access to leading university courses on the cheap at EdX - whether that’s sociology or politics modules that have caught your eye. Check out the fantastic range of free courses and training at Future Learn, New Skills Academy, Virtual College and Udemy to broaden your horizons without touching your bank balance. No matter what you’ve got your eye on, there’s always room for a saving.
Kids education
Keeping the little ones engaged and learning once school’s out shouldn’t be a chore - or cost the earth! Get a free sample lesson from Reading Eggs to check out the award-winning platform before committing. If you’re in, go for the 12-month subscription so your child can carry on learning all year long at the best possible value. Plus, the team at EdPlace are offering 14 days of homework help for just £1 - giving you exclusive access to worksheets, resources, interactive games and more.
Learning a new language
Whether you want to say bonjour, hola or ciao, learning a new language can be done on a budget. There are plenty of free platforms like Duolingo, but to take your language skills up a notch, going with a paid platform is probably your best bet. Rosetta Stone is an award-winning language learning platform that has incredible perks like free trials, one-to-one learning and more.
About Education & Training
Got that itch to learn something new? Want to bolster out your CV with some top-notch qualifications? Or maybe you’re taking the first steps to a brand new career. Online training and courses are a fantastic way to take your learning up a notch, whether you’re building your skillset, furthering your career or trying your hand at something completely different. Taking your passion to the next level doesn’t have to leave you broke either - so many online training platforms offer free courses and virtual lessons.
Discover hundreds of thousands of courses to get to grips with, from advanced digital marketing and creative writing to beginner’s French and dog grooming. No matter what avenue you’ve got your heart set on, there are plenty of ways to expand your knowledge without breaking the bank, and these education and training deals are a great place to start. Discover new customer deals, subscription savings and percentage discounts and start your learning journey for less.
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Education & Training Tips
- Look for courses that offer lifetime access for the best value. For one flat fee, you’ll have unlimited access to resources forever! So even if you fancy a little break, your money won’t be wasted. If not, go for a yearly subscription rather than monthly for the cheapest rates.
- A lot of e-learning platforms have new customer incentives like a discount on your first course or access to free courses, so it’s worth shopping around before you decide which provider to go with.
- Some platforms like Rosetta Stone offer a free trial so you can get a feel if it’s for you before paying out. Whether you’re trying your hand at Photoshop or want to learn all about economics, get your hands on a free trial to make sure your money’s going in the right place.
- See if you can bundle up related courses for exclusive discounts. For instance, if you wanted to invest in your writing skills, bundling up courses like creative writing for beginners and fiction writing can equal big savings in the long run.
- Choosing to learn online is usually much more affordable than traditional classroom learning. Just remember to double check and research the course’s accreditations to make sure you’re not wasting money on qualifications that won’t be recognised within your industry.
- Find free ways to put your new skills into practice. Whether that’s putting Spanish subtitles on your Netflix or practicing your grooming skills on your friend’s dog, there are so many ways to keep practicing even when your lessons are over.
- If you’re looking for business training for your workforce, look out for corporate training discounts to get your team up to speed for less. From Microsoft Excel refresher courses to workplace productivity training, train the team for a fraction of the price.