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Distance Learning

Distance Learning

We run a huge variety of distance learning courses – where you learn at home or work instead of coming into college. Learning materials provided for you to access at home or work, giving you the freedom and control to learn from anywhere and anytime. We offer various courses in subjects such as business, healthcare, team leading, and advice and guidance.

Our level 2 courses are free * (if you are 19-24 years old, you must have a full level 2 qualification already to be eligible for free funding). Contact us if you need more information on funding.

* subject to eligibility criteria

Who are Leicester College’s distance learning courses for?

Distance learning courses are suitable for people who like to learn independently. Distance learning is an excellent option that can provide you with the necessary flexibility for learning at your own pace. You are empowered to organise your own schedule because you can choose where and when you want to study. Distance learning is useful if you want to gain qualifications from somewhere else in the world and do not want to travel. The costs of distance learning courses at Leicester College are mainly free of charge to those who qualify for funding, however, some courses have a fee.

There is a huge range of courses to choose from, including:

  • Health and social care
  • Business administration
  • Customer service
  • Team leading and management
  • Equality and diversity
  • Information, advice and guidance

Further Information

By studying through a distance learning course, you do not have to put your life on hold to get the qualification and skills you want. You will gain plenty of one-to-one contact and social interaction during the course to reassure you and get updates on your progression.

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Core Maths – C7979

Course Code: C7979

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 20 Sep 2023
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    3 hours per week
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Abbey Park Campus

Are you looking for a core Maths Course? Look no further This course is a valuable qualification for students who want to improve their maths skills and prepare for further study or employment. The course is challenging but rewarding, and it can help you develop the skills you need to succeed in life.

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Core Maths – C7979

Course Code: C7979

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 19 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    3 hours per week
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Abbey Park Campus

Are you looking for a core Maths Course? Look no further This course is a valuable qualification for students who want to improve their maths skills and prepare for further study or employment. The course is challenging but rewarding, and it can help you develop the skills you need to succeed in life.

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Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People Level 2 Certificate – C7281

Course Code: C7281

Key Information

  • start date Start Date Various
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
  • duration Duration 6 weeks
  • map Campus DISTANCE

While studying from home, develop your understanding of when and where bullying occurs, how it can affect children and young people and what you can do to help prevent bullying.

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Awareness of Mental Health Problems TQUK Certificate Level 2 – C6705

Course Code: C6705

Key Information

  • start date Start Date Various
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
  • duration Duration 12 weeks
  • map Campus DISTANCE

With mental illness at a significant high, this course gives you an insight on identifying signs and symptoms, understanding the possible impact on the individual and others around them and how to support the individual. Take this course to enhance your career or to better understand factors when caring for someone with mental ill-health.

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B – ESOL and Health and Social Care Certificate level 1 – C1628

Course Code: C1628

Key Information

  • start date Start Date Various
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Ross Walk

Whilst developing your reading, writing and language skills in English, this course also gives you the opportunity to gain a qualification in care. During this course, you’ll learn all about how to care for others of different ages from young children to the elderly, communication skills and enhance your employability skills.

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Counselling Skills TQUK Certificate Level 2 – C6693

Course Code: C6693

Key Information

  • start date Start Date Various
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
  • duration Duration 9 weeks
  • map Campus DISTANCE

Get a head start with a course that introduces you to key counselling skills and gives you some understanding of what is required to become a counsellor. Working on different topics around this career field, you will get a taste of the theories, patients and personal skills required to work in these roles in healthcare.

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English Functional Skills Adult – P0180

Course Code: P0180

Key Information

  • start date Start Date Various
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    2 hours per week
  • duration Duration Various
  • map Campus Various

Suitable for people who want to increase their confidence and improve their chances at employment, this English Functional Skills short course will set you on track for further studies and help you to get into work, or if you are already employed, help you to progress in your chosen area of work.

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ESOL for Speakers of Other Languages Abbey Park – P4858

Course Code: P4858

Key Information

  • start date Start Date Various
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
  • duration Duration Various
  • map Campus Abbey Park Campus

Improve your English at a level to suit you. Choose to study reading and writing, or speaking and listening. Study online or at a choice of times in a classroom.

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ESOL for Speakers of Other Languages Belgrave – P4856

Course Code: P4856

Key Information

  • start date Start Date Various
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
  • duration Duration Various
  • map Campus Ross Walk

Improve your English at a level to suit you. Choose to study reading and writing, or speaking and listening. Study online or at a choice of times in a classroom.

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