About us
Free Learning Courses & UK Learning Gateway
Making funded adult learning easier to access through learner guidance, course matching, and connections to suitable training providers.
Who we are
UK Learning Gateway operates Free Learning Courses to help adults in the UK understand funded training opportunities. We are a learner-facing service — not a government website, and not a college or training provider ourselves.
This website is not a government website. We help learners understand funded training options and connect with suitable training providers.
What we help with
We focus on helping learners understand their options: what funded adult courses can mean in practice, how eligibility often works, and how to take sensible next steps. Our guides and answers cover topics such as Level 2 and Level 3 routes, Skills Bootcamps, and common questions about employment status and prior qualifications.
When you are ready, our check eligibility helps us understand your circumstances and interests so we can support course matching with providers that may be able to help.
How the service works
- Read our guides and answers to build a clearer picture of funded learning.
- Complete the eligibility form — free for learners to use.
- Where you consent, we may share your details with suitable training providers.
- Providers explain funding, availability, and enrolment under their own rules.
Learn more on our How It Works page.
Why learners use us
Plain-English guidance
Guides and answers that help you understand funding routes, levels, and what to ask before you apply.
Course matching
An eligibility check that helps identify course areas that may suit your circumstances and interests.
Clearer next steps
Where you choose to proceed, we can help connect you with suitable training providers to discuss options.
Important note about eligibility and providers
Eligibility, course availability, and whether tuition is funded depend on the training provider and the funding rules that apply to you. Our service does not guarantee eligibility or enrolment. Providers confirm what is available and what evidence they need.
The service is free for learners to use. If you enrol on a course, the provider explains any costs, materials, or assessments that may still apply.
Who operates this site
Free Learning Courses is a trading name of Market Boost Consultants Ltd (Company No. 15865770). See our Contact and Privacy Policy pages for details.
Ready to explore your options?
Check Eligibility takes a few minutes and is free for learners.