UNISON is committed to supporting members’ learning and development. Not only do we provide our own courses but we work with like-minded organisations to promote their free courses which we know will benefit members.
Free Level 2 Distance Learning
Due to changes in the way education is funded, it is not possible to offer one provider that can deliver across the whole of the East Midlands. Where you live will depend on the provider
Members in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire
Leicester College are able to offer a large number of free Level 2 qualifications. Courses range from 6-18 weeks and are certified by the TQUK and NCFE awarding bodies. You can register through UNISON by following these steps.
Please note, that since the Education Budget for Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire has been devolved, Leicester College are unable to offer places to members living in these counties.
Step 1 – Have a look at the list of courses and choose one that you’d like to start with
Step 2 – Check the college’s website for more detail and apply!
This will take you to Leicester’s site which searches for all their ‘Distance Learning courses’. Click on the course you are interested in to find out what’s involved and how long it will take.
Click here to visit Leicester College’s site
Please note that if you live outside the East Midlands, in an area where education budgets are devolved, Leicester College may not be able to offer this training for free.
Step 3 – Let us know what you are doing and keep the details on your membership
Whenever you undertake a course through UNISON, this is kept on your membership record (which you will very soon be able to review). As you are enrolling directly with the college this won’t be added unless you give us permission. Please complete this form if you are happy for us to do this.
Leicester College enrolments
This form gives permission for UNISON to use this data to request tracking information from Leicester College on your course enrolments. It will be used solely to update your membership record.
Members in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
UNISON will be working with Nottingham College to offer a range of free distance learning. Details to follow shortly.
Members in Linconshire
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