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What is the UKSPF?

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is central to the UK government’s ambitious Levelling Up agenda, providing £2.6 billion of new funding for local investment by March 2025.

The main aim of the fund is to help boost productivity, pay, jobs and living standards and to restore a sense of community, local pride and belonging.

Harlow College is working with Uttlesford District Council and Harlow Council to provide free places on selected courses.

Am I eligible to apply?

You are eligible to apply for a free space on one of our selected courses if you are:

  • Aged 19+
  • Earning under £35,000 per year (individual, not household income)
  • Live in Harlow or Uttlesford

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If you do not meet the above eligibility there may also be other funding available. Please contact our Admissions Advisers on 01279 868100 to discuss your options.

You can also pay the full cost to study the course. 

Spaces are limited

Spaces on our selected free courses are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis, so please get your applications in early.

If you do not meet the above eligibility there may also be other funding available. Please contact our Admissions Advisers on 01279 868100 to discuss your options.

What do I do next?

Apply today, and once we have processed your application you will be invited for interview.

Please provide evidence of your address so that we can determine whether you are a Harlow or Uttlesford resident and proof of salary. 

 

  • Uttlesford District Council
  • Harlow Council
  • Funded by UK Government
  • Powered by Levelling Up

 

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  • Study Mode: Online Learning
  • Start Date: Throughout the year

Dementia Care – Level 3

Dementia is a global concern but it is most often seen in wealthier countries, where people are likely to live into very old age. The Alzheimer’s Society reports there are over 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK today. This course will help you to develop a detailed knowledge and understanding of caring for individuals with dementia including the types, effects and importance of early diagnosis, the role of communication, interaction and inclusion in dementia care and support and the use of medication to support individuals with dementia.

Installation and Maintenance of Heat Pumps Systems (Non-refrigerant Circuits)

Our first course starts on Monday 18 March 2024

Other start dates are available throughout the year, subject to numbers. 

Apply now for a course starting this year.

This is a nationally recognised qualification in the installation and maintenance of air source heat pump systems. The qualification is recognised by the Micro-generation Certification Scheme (MCS) registration bodies as an acceptable qualification to join one of their respective schemes.