Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC)

Enhanced Learning Credits students in classroom at Bournemouth & Poole College

Study for your future career with the Enhanced Learning Credit Scheme

If you’re in receipt of Enhanced Learning Credits, you could use them to fund eligible courses here at The College

The Ministry of Defence’s (MOD) Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) Scheme promotes lifelong learning amongst the members of the Armed Forces. Subject to certain criteria being met, the scheme provides sponsorship during service and up to 10 years after you’ve left, for personal development courses.

How to claim your credits

The scheme enables eligible Service personnel to enhance their educational skills at Level 3 and above through financial support. Depending on your years of service, you will be entitled to either lower tier or higher tier support. Find out more information about Enhanced Learning Credits, your entitlement and how to claim here.