Free Level 1 Managing Your Money Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield

CostFREE
Duration48 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Managing Your Money Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield. Classes run at Sutton Community Academy, part-time during the day. You must be 19 or over at the start of the academic year and have been a resident in the EU for three or more years to enrol. The course runs over 48 hours and covers practical money management skills, from budgeting to understanding bills and financial decisions. It suits anyone who wants to feel more in control of their finances.

Who this course is for

TBC

Entry requirements

You must be 19+ at the beginning of the academic year to enrol on this course and be a resident within the EU for 3 years+.

This course is FREE for eligible learners. Please enquire further with us regarding the eligibility requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to create and manage a personal budget.
  • You'll explore how to track income and spending.
  • You'll understand common household bills and how to manage them.
  • You'll learn about borrowing, credit, and the costs involved.
  • You'll look at how to plan for unexpected expenses.
  • You'll develop skills to make more informed financial decisions.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom at Sutton Community Academy. You'll learn through group activities, discussions, and practical exercises. Assessment is carried out through portfolio-based evidence and written tasks completed during the course. There are no formal exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sutton Community Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Payroll administrator, handling employee pay and financial records.
  • Accounts assistant, supporting day-to-day financial tasks.
  • Customer service adviser, often requiring basic money-handling skills.
  • Retail cashier, managing transactions and till reconciliation.
  • Housing support worker, helping clients manage rent and bills.
  • Debt advice support worker, assisting people with financial difficulties.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Financial Education, building on the money management skills you've gained.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping (AAT), a step toward a career in finance or accounts.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, which strengthens the numeracy skills that underpin financial work and is recognised by employers as the equivalent of a GCSE.

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