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If you're a parent or carer earning under £33,000 (or receiving benefits), you can learn something new at Fife College, completely free. We could also help with the things that often get in the way, like childcare and travel costs.
Backed by the Scottish Government, ‘Free to Learn’ is about gaining new skills to give yourself more options: around the work you do, the time you have, and the direction you take. It puts you in control, which can only benefit your future and your family.
Whether you're currently in work or not, you can decide what you learn and how much. It could be a day or two to try something out, or part-time learning that builds over time. Big or small, we'll help you choose.
How it works around your life:
- It's free. Learning costs you nothing, and we could support you with childcare and travel too.
- It fits around you. There are evening and part-time options. Some learning happens in the community or from home, not just on campus.
- It won't affect any benefits. Free part-time learning won't impact your allowances. We can also do a personal benefits check with you, so you know where you stand.
- You'll be looked after. Lots of our learners are adults coming back after time away, so you won't be in a classroom full of teenagers. Support is also available for dyslexia, mental health, reading, writing, numbers and English.
- You can start small. Try a taster first. There's no pressure, and no need to know where it leads.
