Education & Training
Learning, whether that is going to college, university, attending online courses, or learning a new skill, can be hugely beneficial. Some benefits may include:
- Giving you time away from your caring role
- Allowing you to be your own person and develop
- Meeting new people
- Confidence building
- Interesting, exciting, and enjoyable
- Keeping your mind active
- Helping you to get into employment
- Can improve your physical and mental health
Universities & Colleges
Many universities and colleges will support Carers, so take advantage of the support out there to help you make the most of your learning experience.
Some universities have a dedicated member of staff who supports student carers.
Some universities will run a Carers Passport scheme, so it is worth speaking to the university to see what they can provide. More information on the scheme in general can be found here.
Check that your university course doesn’t invalidate any Carers Allowance you are receiving. If you are receiving Carers Allowance, you can only study up to 21 hours a week, including classes, lectures, tutorials, seminars, and the independent study expected by the university.
Students with caring responsibilities | Undergraduate, Postgraduate | UCAS
Some universities offer a young carers bursary of £500 per year for students under the age of 25, and others offer travel bursaries in case you need to go home more often due to your caring responsibilities.
The Kings Trust
KT is a youth charity supporting young people from 13 – 30 yrs old. through our 1:2:1support, Education, self development, foundation and employment programmes, helping them to develop essential life skills, get ready for work and access development and job opportunities. We believe every YP should have the chance to succeed.
For more information contact:
Natasha Bond – Call 07436 797255 or email Natasha.bond@kingstrust.org.uk
Children’s Commissioner – Tips for Young Adult Carers starting universit
Online learning
Open University – Free short courses from the Open University
Carers Trust – Help & Info
Other Support
Carers Hub, Carers Federation – Take a look at our Training page for more information on what training is available around Nottingham
There are many organisations that can help you, such as:
- Learning and Work Institute offers advice and resources on learning and work for young adult carers.
- The Carers Trust offers support to those who give unpaid care to a family member or friend
- MYTIME Young Carers supports young carers aged 5-25, including toolkits for young carers and support for parents.
- Sidekick – Sidekick is a confidential helpline for young people in the UK.
- Charlie Watkins Foundation – Provides a guide for young carers making the move to university.
- Government – Advice on training options
Jobskilla Training Courses
Jobskilla provide classroom funded training courses to unemployed or low income skills seekers across Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire.
If you would like to take part in any of these course, please ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria, and then contact the Carers Hub to apply.
Eligibility Criteria
- Learners must be aged 19 – 65, 19 year olds must have turned 19 as of 31st August 2025.
- Learners must be currently unemployed or earning less than 25,000 PA
- Learners must have a valid form of ID
- Must not have completed these qualifications previously
- A learners maths and English working level must be at least an Entry Level 3
- Must have a Nottinghamshire or Derbyshire postcode.
All course come with a guaranteed job interview after completion.
Find out about the courses here
Construction Course with CSCS Test and Card Funded
Start Date: Every week or fortnight
Course Location: Nottingham or Derby
9:30am – 15:30pm Monday – Friday for 2 Weeks
Nottingham CSCS Course Information
Qualifications:
- Level 1 Certificate in Construction
- Level 1 Award in Health & Safety in a Construction Environment
- Level 1 Environmental Awareness and Energy Management
- Level 1 Carbon Awareness
- CITB Touch Screen Operative Test
- Funded CSCS Card on successful completion
Security Course with CCTV SIA Test & Badge Funded
Induction Date: Monday 12th January 2026
Start Date: Monday 19th January 2026 – Friday 30th January 2026
9:00am – 17:30pm Monday to Friday for 3 weeks
Location: Sneinton, Nottingham
Find out more about the courses here
Qualifications
- Highfield Level 1 Certificate in Personal Development for Employability (RQF)
- Highfield Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service (RQF)
- HABC Level 2 Award for CCTV Operations (Public Space Surveillance)
- Level 3 Emergency First Aid
- Fully Funded SIA Test & Badge
Induction Date: Tuesday 6th January 2026
Start Date: Monday 19th January 2026 – Friday 6th March 2026
9:00am – 17:00pm Monday to Friday for 7 weeks. Medical (Required before starting work)
Location: Derby city
Find out more about the courses here
Qualifications
- PTS Card ( Personal Track Safety)
- TIC (Track Induction Card)
- OLEC1 (Overhead lines on site)
- DCCR (Direct Current Conductor Rail)
- All PPE (Safety Equipment)
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Rail Engineering Track Maintenance
- Level 2 Certificate in Rail Engineering Underpinning Knowledge
Security Course with Door Supervisor SIA Test & Badge Funded
Start Date: Monday 2nd February 2026 – Friday 20th February 2026
9:00am – 17:00pm Monday to Friday
Location: Derby city
Find out more about courses here
Qualifications
- HABC Level 1 Certificate in Employability
- HABC Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service
- HABC Level 2 Award in Working as a Door Supervisor
- HABC Level 2 Award in Security Guarding for the Private Security Industry
- Level 3 Emergency First Aid
- Fully Funded SIA Test & Badge
Nottinghamshire SIA Security Training
A 3-week, classroom based course in Mansfield for Nottinghamshire residents. The SIA Course is a great opportunity to gain the qualifications to succeed in the security industry. If you’d like to work in events, hospitality, retail, offices or construction as a Door Supervisor, then this funded course is for you.
This is a full-time programme Monday to Friday. You will be required to attend training from 09:00 -17:30 daily.
To find out more about the course, click here