Funding is available to people interested in pursuing a career in health and fitness. You may find it particularly useful if you’re a:
- fitness worker
- sport coach
- leisure assistant
- part-time worker
- lone parent
- self-employed worker
- mature worker (50+).
The eligibility criteria for funded training depends on your current situation. Provided you meet the criteria, you are eligible for funding in your choice of programme.
1. Apprenticeship criteria:
- aged 16-24
- UK, EU or EEA residents for three years prior to start date
- not a degree or equivalent level 4 qualification holder
- not currently in full-time education or on another funded course
- should be employed and work more than 16 hours per week
Example: Part-time workers, school/college students. This funding stream is available nationwide.
2. Train to Gain criteria:
- aged 25+
- UK, EU or EEA residents for three years prior to start date
- no previous full Level 2 qualifications (5 GCSEs A-C or equivalent)
Example: Non-qualified or employed. This funding stream is available in London, South West, South East, West Midlands and York Humber. We can cover nationally.
