Online Courses
Keep learning, wherever you are.
A wide range of online courses, with engaging digital resources, expert tuition, dedicated support and respected qualifications:
- FREE short courses
- Business and finance
- Access to HE
- Health and social care
- Apprenticeships
- Languages
Online learning options , supported by experts

Online
Self-study, meaning you control when you learn, with no classroom or remote attendance required. Purely online courses brought to you via GC’s iTrain portal, supported by an experienced iTrain delivery team.

Remote
Classes are delivered virtually, usually once a week, with additional self-study time. There is no need to attend a classroom, but expert lecturers are always available.

Blended
Bringing together the best of classroom-based and online learning. Some classes take place on campus, and some virtually, with additional self-study time and support from GC's experienced lecturers.
Making online learning simple and engaging.
Business and finance courses
For professionals, businesses and those wanting to work towards a new career.
- AAT Access Award in Business (L1)
- AAT Certificate in Accounting (L2)
- AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting (L3)
- HNC Business (full-time L4)
- HNC Business (part-time L4)
Access to HE courses
For mature students who missed the opportunity to go to university, with funding available via the 19+ Advanced Learning Loan.
- Humanities - options include psychology, sociology, history and literary studies
Health and social care courses
For those already working in, or wanting to work in, the health and social care industry.
- FREE Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care (L2)
- FREE Certificate in Prevention and Control of Infection (L2)
- FREE Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health (L2)
- FREE Certificate in Understanding Working in the Health Sector (L2)
- Principles of End of Life Care (L3)
- Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care (L3)
- Understanding Mental Health (L3)
- Principles of Dementia Care (L3)
Apprenticeships
For those wanting to start their career in a particular industry, or for businesses to upskill existing staff.
With additional support from the dedicated GC Business Hub.
Language courses
Improve your knowledge, start a new hobby and build confidence - courses accessible to all.
IT workshops
For professionals, businesses and those wanting to upskill for work or at home.
Why study with GC?
We're your local college
- Award-winning teaching and learning that's nationally recognised
- Extensive experience in teaching online
- Lecturers have real industry experience
- Students are supported to succeed
Seamless online delivery
- Online learning is simple and engaging
- Classes are delivered via virtual classrooms, interactive lectures and using course-specific apps
- Personalised online support as standard
- High quality online content and resources
Funding available
There may be funding available to help pay for you course. If you'd like to find out if you're eligible, or if you have any other questions, please call Student Services on 0345 155 2020 or email info@gloscol.ac.uk