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Business Start Up
Nationally Recognised Qualification​
Free Course Details
Course Duration
The free online course takes on average 6 weeks to complete.
This will depend on learner ability and can be completed faster.
Course Delivery
The free course is 100% online.Â
Study from anywhere, at any time!
Awarding Body
The qualification is accredited by NCFE who are nationally recognised by qualification regulators.
Eligibilty Criteria
To qualify for government funding you must be:
- Currently live in England
- Resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study
- Must be aged 19+ (19-23-year-olds must have hold a level 2 qualification prior attainment)
- Must not be on an apprenticeship
Free Course Benefits
Level 2 Qualification
You will receive a nationally recognised level 2 qualification and accredited certificate on successful completion of this free course.
Flexible Learning
The online flexible learning means you can fit the free training around your schedule and learn from anywhere!
Expert Tutor Support
Your dedicated tutor will be assigned at the start of your course and will be available via email, text or phone call.
Career Booster
With new skills, knowledge and qualification you will be perfectly set up to boost your career and realise your full potential.
About this Free Online Course
Over half a million businesses are started every year; however, 30% of these fail within the first two years.
Having a better understanding of the initial processes and requirements of a business start-up can increase the chances of your business succeeding.
If you’re looking to start your own business, or already have a business but want to develop and progress your business plan, this qualification will support you with the skills and knowledge you need.
Government funded courses. Qualifications accredited by NCFE.
Free Course Units
Your free online course is split into manageable units.
No experience is needed for this qualification.
Unit 1
Initial steps for a business start-up
Unit Aim...
The aim of this unit is to help learners understand the initial steps of a business start-up.
Learners will understand how to develop business startup ideas, understand business ownership and work out what resources are required to develop a business start-up
Unit 2
Marketing for a business start-up
Unit Aim...
The aim of this unit is to help learners understand the market their business start-up idea will be positioned in and how to use market research to support the business start-up.
Learners will understand how to develop a successful marketing strategy.
Unit 3
Legal and financial considerations for a business start-up
Unit Aim...
The aim of this unit is to give learners an understanding of the legal and financial factors that will affect the business start-up.
Unit 4
Developing a business plan
Unit Aim...
The aim of this unit is to give learners an understanding of business planning and how to apply their theoretical knowledge to develop a final business plan.
There are no exams!
You will complete assessment questions based on the skills and knowledge you have gained from the units.
Expert Tutor Support
A tutor will be allocated who will support you throughout the free course and provide valuable feedback against your assessments.Â
You will be able to discuss any queries or concerns via email, text or phone, whichever works best for you…
- The same tutor for the course duration
- Experts in their field - learn in confidence
- Customer care available 7 days a week
When you successfully complete this free online course you will receive an accredited level 2 certificate.
The certificate proves you hold a qualification that is regulated by Ofqual, accredited by NCFE, and recognised by the government.
Employers in the UK regard such qualifications as extremely valuable. This will help you to progress in your chosen career and realise your full potential.
Government Funded Online Course
Free Courses Online work with the very best training providers to offer adults in England the opportunity to gain lifelong skills via government-funded e-learning.
The funding is supplied by the Adult Education Budget (AEB). The AEB is a government-funded program that has been put in place to refresh skills, prepare adults for the workplace, and support career progression.
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FAQs
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes! On successful completion of your free course you will receive your nationally recognised certificate in the post.
The certificate gives you the foundations to improve your job prospects.
All certificates are accredited by the awarding body NCFE, and regulated by Ofqual.
Why is the course free?
Funding is through the Adult Education Budget which is provided by the Education and Skills Funding Agency.
The Adult Education Budget is a government-funded program that has been put in place to refresh skills, prepare adults for the workplace, and support career change.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for government funding you must be:
- Currently live in England
- Resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study
- Must be aged 19+ (19-23-year-olds must have hold a level 2 qualification prior attainment)
- Must not be on an apprenticeship
How is the course delivered?
The course is delivered online.
Study from anywhere, at any time!
How long will the free online course take?
The free online course takes on average 6 weeks to complete.
This will depend on learner ability and can be completed faster.
Do I need to sit an exam?
No, there are no exams!
All courses require you to complete assessment questions based on the knowledge you have just gained from the units.
What equipment will I need?
You will need access to a computer and the internet.
The course can not be completed on a smartphone.
Is the qualification recognised by employers?
When you successfully complete this free online course you will receive an accredited level 2 certificate.
Employers in the UK regard such qualifications as extremely valuable. This will help you to progress in your chosen career and realise your full potential.
All qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and are the perfect way to boost any CV.
How many free courses can I do?
You can complete up to 5 courses in one year, however you can only do one at a time so you must finish one before moving onto the next.
I'm unemployed. Can I still do the course?
Yes! The free course is a great way to improve your CV and get into work.
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