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Grow your skills for free with our distance learning courses

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Start learning your way

Capel Manor College offers free, flexible online courses for adults aged 19+. Gain confidence as you study as well as real skills, recognised qualifications and support from London’s environmental college.

Our distance learning courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle, whether you’re a working professional, exploring a career change, or simply eager to learn something new, Capel Manor College makes online education free, flexible and accessible.

With 49% of UK adults taking part in learning over the past three years, there’s never been a better time to invest in yourself. 

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Available courses

From sustainability and wellbeing to leadership, business and digital skills, each course offers practical learning and recognised qualifications that can support your personal growth or career progression.

Gain a Level 2 Certificate in:

  • Understanding environmental sustainability
  • Safeguarding, prevent and British values
  • Principles of team leading
  • Principles of customer service
  • Lean organisation management techniques
  • Digital marketing
  • Principles of business administration
  • Mental health first aid and mental health advocacy in the workplace
  • Equality and diversity
  • Information, advice and guidance
  • Event planning

Why choose to study online with Capel Manor College?

As London’s leading environmental college, we’ve spent over 50 years empowering learners to achieve their qualifications and thrive in their careers. We’re proud to make that same trusted learning experience accessible online.

With our distance learning courses, you can:

  • Study for free (subject to eligibility)
  • Learn online, anytime
  • Balance studying around your lifestyle
  • Access personalised online tutor support and resources
  • Achieve a nationally recognised qualification in up to 12 weeks
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Course details

  • Maximum 12 week duration
  • Fully funded
  • Fully accredited qualifications
  • Assigned personal online tutor
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How it works

Applying for an online course is simple and straightforward. Our team is here to guide you through each step, making it easy to start your learning journey with confidence.

  • Search for a course through the course finder
  • Fill in your application
  • Complete your initial assessment
  • Provide evidence of eligibility

Contact information

If you have any questions please contact: distance.learning@capel.ac.uk