Free Level 1 Managing Your Money Course in Preston

CostFREE
Duration3 days
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Managing Your Money Course in Preston. Classes run at PHX Training Preston, full-time over 3 days. This free managing your money course for adults is open to learners aged 19 or over, with funding eligibility confirmed at induction. You'll cover everyday budgeting, savings, debt, and taking control of your personal finances. The level 1 managing your money qualification gives you a practical foundation for handling money with more confidence.

Who this course is for

This course is perfect for individuals looking to build essential money management skills. Whether you want to gain confidence in handling everyday expenses, understand savings and debt, or take control of your personal finances, this award provides a practical foundation to manage your money effectively.

Entry requirements

This course if for people who are 19+. Funding eligibility to be assessed on induction

What you will learn

  • You'll identify how to plan and manage a personal budget.
  • You'll explore how savings accounts work and how to build a savings habit.
  • You'll understand different types of debt and how to manage them.
  • You'll learn how to track everyday income and spending.
  • You'll recognise the risks of borrowing and the cost of credit.
  • You'll develop strategies for making your money go further.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions over 3 days. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering real money scenarios you're likely to face. Assessment is through short tasks and exercises completed during the course. There are no exams. Your tutor will check your understanding as you go.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. PHX Training Preston will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service advisor, handling payments and account queries
  • Retail assistant, managing cash and transactions accurately
  • Administrative assistant, supporting financial record-keeping
  • Housing support worker, helping clients manage household budgets
  • Debt advice support worker, assisting people with financial difficulties
  • Community support worker, guiding people through benefit and money decisions

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Financial Education, to deepen your understanding of personal finance and money management.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills, to combine money management with broader workplace readiness.
  • Level 2 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care, if you want to move into a support role where financial guidance is part of the job.

These qualifications build on the foundation the managing your money classes give you.

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