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How to find a course and enrol
Have a look through our brochure, visit our website or speak to one of our
staff to help you choose the right learning programme for you and to secure
a place on the course.
To book a place please call 01384 818143, call into one of our learning centres, or book online to register an interest at: www.dudley.gov.uk/adultlearning
For some courses, such as English, maths and ESOL, you may need to do an initial assessment to check which level you are working at before you enrol.
How to pay
Payment is by cash or debit card at the venue where your course is held.
Fees and concessions
Most courses in the brochure include the fees payable. Where it says ‘ring for
details’ these courses may offer concessions and reduced fees.
English and maths courses are free if you do not already have a GCSE grade C or above in these subjects. Family Learning courses are also free. ICT courses for complete beginners through to Level 1 qualifications are also free if you have not previously achieved an ICT qualification at that level or above.
Many of our learners are eligible for a free or discounted course. Concessions may be available for people who receive certain means-tested benefits, including:
• Job Seekers Allowance (JSA)
• Employment Support Allowance Work Related Activity Group (ESA / WRAG) • Income Support
• Pension Credit
• Housing Benefit
• Working Tax Credit
To receive a concession, you must provide proof of entitlement and bring proof of identity at enrolment. This includes any of the following:
• National Insurance Number
• proof of identity (with current address) • proof of benefit (if applicable)
• up-to-date proof of UK residency.
You will need to pay a full fee if you are not eligible for a concession and will also have to pay any exam or assessment fees.
Note Annual income is under the threshold of £30,000 for West Midlands Combined Authority funded learners or £20,319 for ESFA funded learners who can produce evidence to that effect.
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