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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 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Nurse. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto university.
    • 47,461 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(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 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.
    • 10,154 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(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 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Education)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Teacher. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto University.
    • 9,847 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(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 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.
    • 12,307 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

  • CV Writing Masterclass

    Reed Courses
    Create your very own winning CV that’ll allow you to apply for jobs with confidence.
    • 25,742 students
    • Online
    • 1.1 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Want to create a CV that'll make you stand out from the crowd? We've got you covered... Reed.co.uk, one of the UK’s leading careers and courses marketplaces, is here to help make the job seeking process as painless as possible. By taking this Free CV Writing Masterclass, you’ll d …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Midwifery)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Midwife. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto University. Open to UK residents.
    • 13,329 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If being a midwife has always been your dream job, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Midwifery) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in midwifery. If you don’t have the grades you need to apply for university, an …
    Free

  • Help to Grow: Management Essentials

    Small Business Charter
    A free, online course designed to equip small business leaders with the tools and insights needed for business growth.
    • 232 enquiries
    • Online
    • 2 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    Trending
    Take the first step to growing your business. Help to Grow: Management Essentials is a free, online course that will introduce you to the essential business concepts required for sustainable growth. The course is structured into three practical modules, each featuring bite-sized …
    Free

  • How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Can Help You Land Your Dream Job

    Reed Courses
    Learn how to use AI in your job search
    • 1,524 students
    • Online
    • 0.2 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Looking to enhance your job search skills? AI can help... Whether you're brand new to job hunting, you're seeking a step up, or you're looking for a career change, finding a new role isn't always easy. You may have heard of AI chatbots, but you might not know what they can do for …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education (Land Based Studies)

    Learning Curve Group
    Start a career in animal care. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto University. Open to UK residents.
    • 451 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If working with animals has always been your dream job, the Access to HE Diploma (Land Based Science) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in animal science, veterinary nursing, zoology and other animal management related degrees. If you don’t have …
    Free

  • Your future career starts here: Becoming an NHS healthcare support worker (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    BY ANGUS MYLNE | MAR 19, 2021
    • 32,946 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Whether you are currently in work but want to do something more fulfilling, or are without work and searching for your next opportunity, the NHS could be for you. This webinar outlines an opportunity that is open to anyone interested, and does not require any prior experienc …
    Free

  • Job interview masterclass: How to get the job you want (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    With James Reed and The Interview Cheerleader
    • 24,372 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Are interviews your enemy? Not sure how to prepare for the big day? We talk to two interview experts as they deliver a masterclass on how to prepare and conduct yourself in an interview. Covering the importance of mindfulness, overcoming interview nerves, and learning from re …
    Free

  • Digital Work Experience

    Reed Business School
    Real-life work experiences across 10 companies and 17 sectors as part of the 'Gateway to work' programme
    • 3,515 students
    • Online
    • 3.7 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Are you struggling to get in-person work experience? Do you want to know more about what it's really like to work in different sectors like Marketing, Product design, Finance or Care? If so, this Digital Work Experience course could be exactly what you're looking for. This D …
    Free

  • CV writing, job search and interview masterclass

    Reed Business School
    Everything you need to search, apply and interview for your first job
    • 1,262 students
    • Online
    • 1.8 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Welcome to Get work ready, a course that contains everything you need to search, apply and interview for your first job. In this course we will guide you through how to search for jobs online , the different types of contracts and what they mean, as well as how to set up …
    Free

  • Top Tips To Starting A Successful Side Hustle (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    With James Reed, Rosie Reed, and Seven Accomplished Side Hustlers
    • 9,215 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    When job security and career goals feel fragile and uncertain, pursuing a side hustle could be a great way to fulfil your ambitions and work on your terms. Is now the time to find the self-starter or entrepreneur in you? This webinar follows the journeys, successes, roadblock …
    Free

  • Get interview ready with Reed

    Reed Business School
    Ace your next interview with our short videos and helpful resources
    • 184 students
    • Online
    • 0.3 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Unlock your potential and ace your next job interview with "Get interview ready." This course covers essential skills, from preparation and pre-interview checklists to answering questions and mindfulness exercises. Learn how to handle interview rejection constructively and gain e …
    Free

  • How to find a job during uncertain times when you’re unemployed (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    Discover what free government support is available to help you find a job
    • 3,900 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Would you like to discover what help and support is available to help you find a job again on Government funded programmes? You can obtain free, one-to-one job search support, as well as CV writing tips to improve your interview technique. In this webinar, we’ll go through …
    Free

  • From Traditional to Digital Drawing

    LearningWhilePracticing
    Learn how to transition from the pencil and paper to the world of digital graphics
    • 269 students
    • Online
    • 1.6 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Through this course you will learn how to transition step by step from the traditional way of drawing to the digital one.
    Free

  • Contracting & Self-Employment: Getting Started (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    BY ANGUS MYLNE | DEC 14, 2020
    • 6,960 students
    • Online
    • 0.9 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Ever wondered what it would be like to be self-employed whilst working for other companies? Are you fully aware of all the legalities you must fulfil in order to work as a contractor? Do you know where you can go or who you can approach if you have such questions about contract …
    Free

  • New job? New sector… Identify transferable skills for tomorrow’s job (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    • 3,875 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    In this webinar, run in partnership with the Keep Britain Working campaign, we’ll outline the most common skills that employers across many industries look out for. Then, we’ll advise on how you can promote your transferability to the person considering your application to maxi …
    Free

  • Life's Work: How to get ahead in a career you love

    Reed Business School
    Learn how to build a successful career with James Reed CBE & Steph Rix
    • 1,160 students
    • Online
    • 3.7 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Searching for a new job but can't seem to land the role you want? Feeling trapped in your current role but can't figure out what to do next? Longing for a career in a different sector but don't know if your skills match up? ...Then this career development course is for you. Hoste …
    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.
    • 57,326 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    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
    • 44,049 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    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

  • Get ready to work - From digital work experience to interview prep

    Reed Business School
    The ultimate careers programme for students, graduates and job seekers
    • 583 students
    • Online
    • 7.8 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Calling all students… If you want to know how to get into your dream job or career once you've finished school, college or university, this course is for you. Gateway to Work is a free digital careers programme that gives you all the tools you need to smoothly transition from edu …
    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.
    • 17,734 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    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 3 IT Infrastructure Technician

    iMeta Training
    Build the skills to launch your IT career with live tutor-led CompTIA A+ training employers trust.
    • 30 enquiries
    • Online
    • 14 weeks · Part-time
    • Professional certification
    • Tutor support
    Popular
    Trending
    Elevate your IT and technical support skills with our CompTIA A+ Certification course, designed to equip you with the foundational knowledge required for a successful career in IT support and systems administration. This 14-week, part-time programme offers live tutor-led sessions …
    Free
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In addition to free courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

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