Improve your English, maths and IT skills
You need basic reading, writing and maths skills to apply for most jobs or to study further, for example, for many qualifications which are in the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).
If you鈥檙e over 16 and you鈥檝e left school, you normally do not have to pay to do:
- English or maths to GCSE level
- some courses
- English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) - courses are also normally discounted or free depending on your employment status and how long you have been resident in England
If there鈥檚 a fee, you may be able to get Learner Support.
Find a course
Search for a course on the or call the helpline.
National Careers Service helpline
Telephone: 0800 100 900
8am to 10pm, 7 days a week
Find out about call charges
You can also - this will not cost you anything.
Where you can learn
You can do courses at:
- further education colleges
- adult education centres
- some libraries, children鈥檚 centres and other community venues
- other training providers