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Our online courses are offered in an interactive environment. Our instructors use text, audio and video format to deliver the training. The courses apply real-life scenarios. To complete the coursework, learners can download course material, templates and time-based quizzes. Courses can be completed at your own pace and convenience.

When taking our online courses, you can study at your own pace and manage your time to suit your schedule. You will also receive support from an instructor throughout your learning.

No. Our online courses are designed to be flexible. All materials are pre-recorded or text-based, allowing you to log in and study whenever you like.

Both offer the same qualifications. The Standard Plan is for those balancing work/life over 9 months. The Fast-Track is usually 6 months for students who can dedicate more intensive study hours per week.

GLH represents the estimated time a learner spends being taught or directed by a tutor during the online courses. This gives an estimate of the time commitment required to master the course material.

Online learning is done over the internet, while classroom learning occurs in physical settings. South London College offers fully online courses. Browse the South London College Courses section to see our courses.

Yes. If you have a busy work/study life, online courses are the best option. Online qualifications at South London College are flexible and fully online so you can study anytime, anywhere.

Some online courses will require you to share your highest education qualifications, identification, and proof of English proficiency. The description in the course will tell you what you need to provide.

Each of the online courses has specific entry requirements. Generally, our online diplomas require a high school diploma or equivalent, but no prior experience in the field is necessary.

Most of our online courses are open to all levels. However, certain advanced levels like Level 4/5 courses require prior knowledge or basic English/Maths skills. Please check the ‘Entry Requirements’ section of the specific course for insights.

For most of the online courses, you don’t need to. However, for Ofqual-regulated (RQF) qualifications, you will be required to submit an ID for awarding body verification.

Yes! Our platform is accessible globally, and our online qualifications, like ATHE, are internationally recognised.

No. Since our online courses are 100% online, we have an ‘open enrolment’ policy. You can start your online qualifications with us anytime.

Yes, you can. We also offer course bundles. Look out for these in the Courses section.

First, select the online course you wish to take and register for your chosen programme. If you are a new student, you will need to create an account with your details. Once your purchase is confirmed, you will gain access to your course material.

First, select the online course you wish to take and register for your chosen programme. If you are a new student, you will need to create a student account.

You will receive 12 months of complete access to the course. You can also use the online courses as a source of reference once you complete the training.

We understand life happens! You can request an extension for the online courses for a small administrative fee to keep your access active. However, some courses do offer free extensions.

Once you purchase one of our online courses, we will contact you within the first 24 hours to provide the course material and login information. The login information will be sent within the first hour of enrolment. If you have not received this information on the first business day, you can contact us or check the spam folder in your email. We provide 24/7 login access, and you can study the course from anywhere using any device.

Unless otherwise stated, exam fees are not included in the course price. You can choose to pay for your exams when you are ready to take them.

The cost of an exam depends on the exam itself. Prices can vary according to the online courses you pick. For further clarification and guidance, feel free to speak to one of our Course Advisors.

Most of our online courses include a practice exam, unless otherwise stated. This will help you prepare for the real exam as practice exams contain the entirety of exam-based questions.

Yes, online courses offered at South London College are accredited by different international awarding bodies. (For more information on awarding bodies, please check the relevant course.) Students will receive an accredited, recognised certification that will validate your skills in the relevant industry.

Yes. All our online courses include a certificate upon successful completion. Our awards are presented by established awarding bodies like Pearson BTEC, ATHE, NCFE CACHE and more.

Certification is a credential awarded as a formal recognition that a student has successfully completed a course and met learning outcomes. Accreditation refers to the status of the awarding body or the institution itself — it is the formal recognition by an external authority.

South London College accepts payment via bank transfer and credit card. If you want to find a payment method for your online courses to suit you, please feel free to speak to a Course Advisor.

We accept all major credit and debit cards, including Visa, Mastercard and American Express. You can also pay via PayPal or a direct bank transfer.

Yes. For most of our online courses, we offer flexible payment plans. To find the best plan for you, speak to one of our Course Advisors.

While our prices are listed in GBP, when you pay for our online courses, our payment processors will automatically handle the conversion from your local currency at the exchange rate during checkout.

We pride ourselves on our transparency. The course fee you pay includes all study materials and digital certificates. However, please check the specific page for the online course as some may have external awarding body registration or exam fees that need to be paid separately.

Yes. Our online courses often have seasonal discounts. Sign up for our mailing list and receive the latest updates.

Professional Qualifications are career-focused certifications providing practical, industry-specific knowledge in a particular field.

• Level 7 – Master’s Degree
• Level 6 – Bachelor’s Degree (final year)
• Level 5 – HND (Higher National Diploma) / 2nd year of a bachelor’s degree
• Level 4 – HNC (Higher National Certificate) / 1st year of a bachelor’s degree
• Level 3 – A-Levels / Access to Higher Education
• Level 2 – GCSEs (Grades 9-4 or A-C)
• Level 1 – GCSEs (Grades 3-1 or D-G)
• Entry Level – Fundamental skills and basic knowledge

Yes. South London College offers online courses specifically designed to be suitable for entry-level jobs, career changes and those looking for foundational skills. Browse the South London College Courses section to find the perfect course for you.

Pathway courses, or University Pathway Programmes, are structured routes designed to provide faster and more affordable ways to earn a UK university degree.

This is a structured fast-track route to a UK degree. South London College works through a Diploma Pathway model. For example, some online courses are equivalent to Year 1 or 2 of a university degree — Level 4 and Level 5 online qualifications offer this.

We have a selected set of ‘Funded Courses’ under various Government Learning and Development Schemes. These are some courses under such funding.

• Level 2 Adult Social Care and Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities
• Level 2 Adult Social Care and Understanding Autism
• Level 2 Adult Social Care and Mental Health Awareness

Yes, we make it a rule at South London College to only work with qualified instructors who are experienced in their field of study to teach our online courses. For instance, whatever the subject matter, our instructors have between 10-15 years of experience and expertise.

You can register as an instructor on the South London College website. If you are looking for Alternative Teaching Qualifications, you can also find those online courses here — Teaching Courses.

You can call us at +4420-8126-0422 or use the Live Chat feature on our website for real-time assistance.

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Yes. You can switch between devices while you take our online courses. However, for security reasons, we only allow one active session at a time.