Stop running your business. Start growing it.
A free, accredited Level 3 qualification, fully funded by the Government. Limited spaces.
Four days over two weeks
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The growth skills that pay off, whether you're starting out or scaling up.
Four days, in-person, limited spaces.
Land bigger contracts
Most small businesses miss the bigger jobs because nobody taught them how the tender process works. Learn the bid and tender playbook that gets you a seat at the table.
Build a business that works
Sales cycle, customer journey, strategic planning. The fundamentals that turn a side hustle or new venture into something that lasts.
Step up into business leadership
Lead through change instead of reacting to it. Set the direction, grow what's working, and stop running yourself ragged in the day-to-day.
An Ofqual-regulated Level 3 qualification.
A regulated Level 3 qualification, recognised by employers, clients and funders. Strong signal on your CV, strong signal to anyone you pitch to.
SFEDI Level 3 Award in Innovation, Growth and Development
Accredited qualification
- check Bid for and win longer-term contracts, including the tender process most small businesses never touch
- check The five-stage sales cycle, and how to close more of the right customers
- check Customer journey mapping, and where most businesses leak money
- check Setting business goals you can hit, and the strategy planning behind them
- check Leading change without the business falling apart
Find out if this course is for you.
Let's check if you're eligible for a nationally recognised qualification, fully funded.
Eligibility: Funded by Free Courses for Jobs. To qualify, you must be 24+, live in the Tees Valley, and not already hold a Level 3 qualification or higher (any subject).
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Free Courses for Jobs is an official UK government scheme.
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Fully funded
This course is fully funded. No fees, no hidden costs.
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Straight answers to
what you're already thinking.
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Is it really free?
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Yes. Funded through the government's Free Courses for Jobs scheme. No fees, no payment plans, no catch.
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What happens after I apply?
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We pass your details to the course provider. They'll be in touch within one working day to talk through the course and get you set up.
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Can I do this if I'm working or running a business?
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Yes. Greater Growth runs 9:30am to 4:30pm on 23, 24, 30 and 31 July 2026 for 4 days over 2 weeks. Most learners are working, running their own business, or both.
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What if I'm not sure I qualify?
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Apply anyway. The checker on this page is a rough guide. The provider will confirm your eligibility properly before you commit to anything.
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The start date doesn't work for me.
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Intakes run as a one-off cohort. If doesn't work for you, leave your details and we'll add you to the waitlist for the next cohort.
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What can this qualification do for me?
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It's a regulated Level 3 credential that holds weight beyond this course. Employers recognise it on a CV, clients trust it when you pitch, and funders use it as evidence of training. Once you've got it, you've got it for life.
Skills that get you hired.
Get a nationally recognised qualification, fully funded.
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