Many of our Distance Learning courses are free* if you meet specific criteria. You'll be able to study from the comfort of your own home, whilst all the while being supported by a specialist tutor.

Whether business and health care or computing and teaching, there is a course for everyone here at BTC, and we're excited to support you on this stage of your educational journey.

We ask that you only apply for one course at a time, and be sure to read our eligibility criteria for free* distance learning.

Distance Learning Courses

Before applying, please read our eligibility criteria for our FREE Level 2 and Level 3 Distance Learning courses by clicking here.

Level 2 Distance Learning Courses:

Health and Social Care:

• Certificate in Cleaning Principles
• Cleaning Knowledge & Skills
• Common Health Conditions
• Customer Service for Health and Social Care
• Dignity and Safeguarding in Health and Social Care
• End of Life Care 
• Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care Professions (Online only)
• Falls Prevention Awareness
• Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care 
• Principles of Dementia Care 
• Principles of Care Planning 
• Principles of Prevention & Control of Infection in Health Care Settings
• Skill-Up Springboard Somerset – Understand how to Work in End of Life Care 
• Skill-Up Springboard Somerset – The Person Centre Approach to the Care and Support of Individuals with Dementia
• Skill-Up Springboard Somerset – The Risk Factors and Causes of Falls
• Skill-Up Springboard Somerset – Care Planning for the Care Worker
• Understanding the Care & Management of Diabetes 
• Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health & Social Care 
• Understanding Cancer Support
• Understanding Domestic Abuse
• Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
• Understanding Technology Enabled Care

Mental Health: 

• Awareness of Mental Health Problems 
• Counselling Skills
• NCFE CACHE L2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years
• NCFE CACHE Level 2 Award in an Introduction to Neuroscience in Early years
• Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities
• Understanding Autism
• Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace
• Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

Business Administration:

• Business & Administration
• Creating a Business Start-up
• Employability Skills (Level 1)
• Information, Advice & Guidance
• Lean Organisation Management Techniques (Online only) 
• Principles of Customer Service
• Team Leading 
• Understanding Business Improvement Techniques
• Understanding Data Protection and Data Security 
• Understanding Excellence in Customer Service for Hospitality

Human Resources:

• Equality & Diversity
• Understanding Tenant Support in Social Housing
• Understanding Workplace Violence and Harassment
• Understanding Working with People with Mental Health Needs 

Computing and Digital Industries:

• NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Coding
• Principles of Cyber Security 
• NCFE Know how to publish, integrate and share using Social Media 
• NCFE Principles of Digital Marketing 
• Skill-Up Springboard Somerset NCFE Level 2 Unit Understand Coding Design Principles

Children and Early Years:

• Common Childhood Illnesses
• Introducing Caring for Children and Young People 
• Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
• Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
• Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

Fitness and Sport Coaching:

• Understanding Nutrition & Health
• Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition
• Understanding Personal Care Needs

Climate Change:

• Understanding Climate Change and Environmental Awareness 

Level 3 Distance Learning Courses:

• Leadership & Management
• Principles of End of Life Care 
• Skill-Up Springboard Somerset – Understand how Person-centered Approaches are used to Underpin the Care and Support of Individuals with Dementia
• Skill-Up Springboard Somerset – Understanding End of Life Care 
• Understanding Autism
• Understanding Mental Health
• Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care

IMPORTANT: We kindly ask that you only apply for one course at a time.

*Eligibility criteria applies. An administration fee will be incurred if you withdraw from the course.

How to Apply

The best way to apply for a Distance Learning course is to complete the online application form. Click the ‘Apply’ button which appears at the top and bottom of every course page and add it to your basket, you will then be able to complete and submit the form directly to us.

If you would prefer to complete an application form by hand, please contact the Distance Learning team on 01823 366612 or email distancelearningteam@btc.ac.uk.

Enrolment

Once we’ve received your application, we will send out an enrolment form link for you to complete. Upon receipt of your completed enrolment form, we will contact you to conduct a short telephone introduction that will enable us to get you started on your chosen course and provide answers to any questions you may have. You will then be assigned to a tutor and will be ready to receive your student handbook and work materials, online or paper-based.

For further information or advice regarding our distance learning courses, please contact the Distance Learning team directly by emailing distancelearningteam@btc.ac.uk or by phoning 01823 366612. Our office opening hours are Monday – Thursday 8.30-5pm, Friday 8.00-4.30pm.