Lifetime Skills Guarantee
Fully-funded courses for adult learners
What is the Lifetime Skills Guarantee?
The Lifetime Skills Guarantee gives adult learners (who will be studying for their first full Level 3 qualification) the opportunity to study a fully-funded course. It is part of the government's National Skills Fund to help adults to gain the skills they need for employment, and to improve their job prospects.
Level 3 courses we offer at GB MET that are included in the Lifetime Skills Guarantee are listed below.
Am I eligible for the funding?
If a course is eligible for the LSG, you will find this information on the Cost and Finance tab of the course's individual listing.
These courses may be free if:
- You are 19+
- This is your first full Level 3 qualification OR
- You achieved your full Level 3 qualification before 1 April 2021 (and none since) and you are unemployed (or earn less than £345 per month) and are in receipt of benefits OR
- You achieved your full Level 3 qualification before 1 April 2021 (and none since) and you are employed and have an annual gross income less than £20,319
For more information, please speak to our Admissions team: admissions@gbmc.ac.uk | 01273 667704

Available courses
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WorthingAccountancy | AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting | Level 3
This AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) advanced level course is a mid-level accounting qualification, ideal for anyone who is looking to advance their existing knowledge of accounting.
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WorthingCatering & Hospitality | City & Guilds Diploma in Professional Food and Beverage Service Supervision | Level 3
This course trains you to specialise in all front-of-house aspects of the catering and hospitality industry.
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WorthingCatering & Hospitality | Diploma in Professional Cookery | Level 3
Learn advanced skills and techniques for the fine dining restaurant, including preparing and constructing complex dishes, as well as canapés and cocktails.
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WorthingCatering & hospitality | City & Guilds NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery - Level 3
Enhance the skills learnt from the Level 2 course, whilst learning new technologies and discovering new skills.
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WorthingComputing & Digital Technologies | BTEC National Extended Certificate and Diploma | Level 3
This course has been designed to deliver the latest knowledge in computer hardware, technology systems, games development and customising software.
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WorthingEngineering | BTEC National Foundation/Extended Diploma in Engineering | Level 3
This course will help you gain the technical skills and knowledge in mechanical engineering to progress to a variety of degree courses and careers.
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BrightonCatering & Hospitality | City & Guilds Diploma in Advanced Professional Cookery | Level 3
This professional cookery diploma will advance your prior knowledge and skills to an advanced level.
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Healthcare | NCFE Diploma in Adult Care | Level 3
Develop your skills and knowledge to prepare you for working in a lead adult care worker role in care settings.