A Coaley Peak® siteGovernment funding for AI training
Several UK schemes help individuals and businesses pay for AI and digital skills training. Here is an overview of the main routes.
Check before you apply
Funding eligibility and availability change often. Treat this page as a starting point and always confirm the latest detail on the official GOV.UK links. tutorials.co.uk is not a government body, is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government department, and cannot assess your eligibility or guarantee funding.
Four routes to funded training
Skills Bootcamps
Free, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, funded by the Department for Education. Open to adults aged 19+ in England who are employed, self-employed, or recently unemployed.
Typical eligibility
- Aged 19 or over
- Living in England
- Employed, self-employed, or recently unemployed
- Right to work in the UK
Apprenticeship Levy
Large employers pay an Apprenticeship Levy that can fund staff training, including digital and AI skills. Levy payers can spend their funds; non-levy employers may access co-funded places.
Typical eligibility
- Employer with a pay bill over £3 million (levy payer)
- Non-levy employers may co-invest at reduced cost
- Training delivered by a registered provider
- Available across England
Adult Education Budget
The AEB funds learning for adults aged 19+ without a Level 3 qualification (equivalent to A-levels). Digital skills courses, including AI fundamentals, may be fully funded.
Typical eligibility
- Aged 19 or over
- Living in England
- Do not already hold a Level 3 qualification
- UK or settled-status residency
Lifetime Skills Guarantee
Adults without an A-level-equivalent qualification can access a fully funded Level 3 course. Some AI and digital skills qualifications are available through this scheme.
Typical eligibility
- Aged 19 or over
- Living in England
- Do not hold a full Level 3 qualification
- Choosing from the approved qualifications list
Check your eligibility
Eligibility depends on your age, location, employment status, and existing qualifications. The simplest way to check:
- 01
Visit the relevant GOV.UK page for the scheme you are interested in.
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Check the eligibility criteria against your circumstances.
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Contact the training provider or your local authority to confirm.
Employer planning to use the Apprenticeship Levy for team AI training? Get in touch with our team and we can help you navigate the process.
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