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2021 NEW YEAR STARTS
With hundreds of thousands of job cuts and just months to go until the furlough scheme ends, now’s the time to boost your employability with a career-focused course from B&FC.
From January 2021, our vast range of technical and professional courses will allow you to enhance your current skill set, or re-train for a new career entirely.
Real skills for real careers
Designed with over 1,800 employers and taught by industry specialist tutors in cutting-edge facilities, they deliver essential skills to put you at the top of your game.
FREE or funding available
Many courses are free, or you could access a student loan with nothing to pay upfront and no repayments until you’re earning at least £26,575 a year.
Designed to fit round you
We also offer bursaries and help towards travel and childcare costs, a safe, supportive learning environment and – with onsite/online attendance as little as 1 or 2 days a week – plenty of time for other commitments.
Which course is right for you?
Choose from degree courses, vocational courses, short courses in English, maths and ESOL or, if you're ready to commit to a specific career and develop on-the-job skills, take a look at our apprenticeships. And with our FREE Career Builder Boot Camp, you can fast-track to a career in health, care or early years.
Apply now to start turning your career goals into reality.
Here’s how:
- Find and click on your chosen course from the listing below.
- Click apply/enquire and complete the quick and easy application form.
- We’ll arrange for you to enrol at Bispham Campus on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, January 5 to 7.
Course list
Key - days of the week
| Course | Starts | Days of the Week | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business and Enterprise | Human Resource Management - Level 5 | Train for a new job | University Centre | 12 January 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Creative Arts | Visual Arts - Fast Track to Degree | Fast Track to Degree | University Centre | 01 February 2021 | Th & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Creative Arts | Art and Design - Level 2 | Fast Track to Degree | University Centre | 01 February 2021 | Th & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Automotive | Vehicle Accident Repair Multi-Skilled (16-18 year olds) - Level 2 | 16-18s | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | W Th & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Automotive | Vehicle Inspection (16-18 year olds) - Level 2 | 16-18s | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | M - F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Automotive | Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (16-18 year olds) - Level 2 | 16-18s | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | M - F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Access to Higher Education | Health and Social Science (Pre Access) - Level 2 | Access to Higher Education | Bispham Campus | 06 January 2021 | W & Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Access to Higher Education | Automotive Engineering - Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma | Access to Higher Education | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | W Th & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Construction | Construction and the Built Environment - HNC | Degree Level Courses | Bispham Campus | 05 January 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Teaching and Learning Support | Teaching and Learning Support - Foundation Degree | Degree Level Courses | University Centre | 21 January 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Travel and Tourism | Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management - Fast Track to Degree | Fast Track to Degree | Bispham Campus | 26 January 2021 | W & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Computing and Digital Technologies | IT Systems and Principles - Fast Track to Degree and Employment | Fast Track to Degree | Bispham Campus | 26 February 2021 | T W & TH | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Engineering | Engineering - Fast Track to Degree | Fast Track to Degree | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Engineering | Welding - Level 1 | LEHQ | various starts available | M,T & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | ||
| Engineering | Welding - Level 2 | LEHQ | various starts available | M,T & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | ||
| Engineering | Abrasive Wheels | LEHQ | various starts available | F | Free (funding available) | |||
| Preparing for Life in the UK | ESOL | Seasiders Learning Centre | various starts available | M,T & F | ||||
| Preparing for Life in the UK | Preparation and Practice for the Life in UK | Seasiders Learning Centre | various starts available | M,T & F | ||||
| Preparing for Life in the UK | Preparation for IELTS - Work and Study | Seasiders Learning Centre | various starts available | M,T & F | ||||
| Preparing for Life in the UK | Preparation for IELTS - Visa and Immigration | Seasiders Learning Centre | various starts available | M,T & F | ||||
| Computing and Digital Technologies | Digital Skills for Employment | Skills for Employment | Seasiders Learning Centre | various starts | M T & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| English and Maths | English GCSE | Skills for Employment | University Centre | 05 January 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| English and Maths | Maths GCSE | Skills for Employment | University Centre | 05 January 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| English and Maths | English Functional Skills | Skills for Employment | Seasiders Learning Centre | various dates | M T & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| English and Maths | English Functional Skills (Blended) | Skills for Employment | Online | various dates | M T & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| English and Maths | Maths Functional Skills | Skills for Employment | Seasiders Learning Centre | various dates | M T & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| English and Maths | Maths Functional Skills (Blended) | Skills for Employment | Online | various dates | M T & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Talent for Care | Skills for Employment | Online | 11 January 2021 | ANY | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Automotive | Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Level 1 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 January 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Casino and Gaming | Casino and Gaming Customer Service - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 01 March 2021 | M T & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Automotive | Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | M & T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Automotive | Vehicle Accident Repair Level 1 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Automotive | Vehicle Body Repair and Paint (Evening Class) - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Automotive | Vehicle Accident Repair Multi-Skilled - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | W Th & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Automotive | Vehicle Inspection - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | Th & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Automotive | Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | M & T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Business and Enterprise | Marketing - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 18 January 2021 | M & T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Catering | Barista Skills - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 8 March 2021 | W Th & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Catering | Bread Making - Learn how to bake a range of bread products to a professional standard | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 25 February 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Catering | Event Planning - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 19 April 2021 | M & T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Catering/a> | Cake Baking & Decoration - Learn how to cook and finish cakes to a professional standard | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 14 April 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Children | Introduction to Caring for Children and Young People - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 23 February 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | ||
| Children | Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 15 January 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Children | Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences - Level 2 (Evening Class) | Train for a new job | Online | 11 January 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Children | Understanding Autism - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 16 January 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Children | Introduction to Caring for Children and Young People - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 23 February 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Children | Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 24 February 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Children | Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years - Level 2 (Evening Class) | Train for a new job | Online | 24 February 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Children | Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 25 February 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Children | Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 15 January 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Children | Understanding Autism - Level 2 (Evening Class) | Train for a new job | Online | 16 January 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Children | Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 25 February 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Children | Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 11 January 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Computing and Digital Technologies | IT Users (MS Office Skills) - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 26 February 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Construction | Level 1 Certificate in Plastering | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 26 February 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Construction | Level 1 Certificate in Painting and Decorating | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 26 February 2020 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Engineering | CAD - Computer Aided Design (2D) - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Engineering | CAD - Computer Aided Design (3D) - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Engineering | CAD - Computer Aided Design (3D) - Level 1 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Nail Technology - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 25 February 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Nail Art - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 19 April 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Eyebrow and Eyelash Treatments - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 23 February 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Art of Photographic Make-Up - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 13 March 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Threading Depilation - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 16 March 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Style and Finish Hair - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 23 February 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Nail Technology - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 25 February 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Nail Art - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 19 April 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Waxing Techniques - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 20 April 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Make-Up Techniques - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 25 May 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Cutting Hair Techniques - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 23 February 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Cutting Men's Hair - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 23 February 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Colour and Lighten Hair - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 12 April 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Hair Beauty and Related Therapies | Contact Dermatitis Prevention - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | various starts available | ANY | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 13 January 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 14 January 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Falls Prevention Awareness - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 15 January 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 20 January 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Care - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Counselling Skills - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bickerstaffe House | 23 February 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Mental Health Awareness - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 23 February 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace - Level 2 | Skills for Employment | Online | 24 February 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Care - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 22 February 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 26 February 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 20 January 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 13 January 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Understanding Working in the Health Sector - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 15 April 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 14 January 2021 | Th | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 26 February 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Falls Prevention Awareness - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 15 January 2021 | F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Understanding Behaviour that Challenges - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 08 March 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Health and Medical | Principles of Dementia Care - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 11 January 2021 | M | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Sport | Personal Training (Gym Based Exercise) - Level 3 | Bispham Campus | 08 February 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | |||
| Sport | Sports Massage Therapy - Level 3 (Evening class) | Bispham Campus | 17 March 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | |||
| Health and Medical | Understanding Personal Care Needs - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 12 January 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Science | Animal Science - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Bispham Campus | 05 January 2021 | M T & F | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Teaching and Learning Support | Support Work in Schools - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 13 January 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | Apply | |
| Teaching and Learning Support | Support Work in Schools - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 13 January 2021 | W | Free (funding available) | ||
| Teaching and Learning Support | Support Work in Schools - Level 2 | Train for a new job | Online | 23 February 2021 | T | Free (funding available) | ||
| Teaching and Learning Support | Support Work in Schools - Level 2 (Evening Class) | Train for a new job | Online | 23 February 2021 | W | Free (funding available) |
