Fully funded 8 weeks Blended learning

Master digital marketing

Unlock your earning potential

A free, 108 hour blended programme combining weekly face to face training with flexible home study. Build the digital marketing skills employers actively need, or use them to grow your own income.

Funded by

Kent County Council

Where

One day a week in Folkestone, the rest online

Who it is for

Age 19 or over and living in Kent

Grade 2
Ofsted rated Good, April 2024
93%
retention rate
100%
pass rate
200+
local employers in our network
How it works

Blended learning that fits around your life.

One day a week at our training centre in Folkestone, then guided home study with tutor support. Face to face teaching, with the flexibility to study around work and family.

One day at the training centre

10.00am to 4.30pm each week. Face to face teaching with your tutor, hands on practical work and group discussion.

6 hours per session

Six days of online study

Work through the modules at your own pace on our online portal, with lesson videos, PDF workbooks and tutor support when you need it.

7.5 hours per week

Why this programme

Three doors open at the end.

Built from the same regulated content as our Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketing apprenticeship, and designed to lead to a real next step.

Get hired

Stand out to local employers who are actively recruiting people with digital skills.

Earn online

Build your own business, or bring in extra income through self employment.

Progress further

Use it as a stepping stone into further qualifications, including our Level 3 apprenticeship.

Week by week

The 8 week schedule.

Six core modules, 108 guided learning hours, one in person training day every week.

Week 1 · Module 1
Training centre

Introduction to digital marketing, online launch

Plus induction and online portal set up · 6 hours

Home study

Module 1 knowledge tasks

Workbook, lesson PDF and video · 7.5 hours

Week 2 · Module 2
Training centre

Digital launch strategies for success

PowerPoint, workbook and video · 6 hours

Home study

Module 2 knowledge tasks

Workbook, lesson PDF and video · 7.5 hours

Week 3 · Module 3, part 1
Training centre

Webinars and masterclasses

PowerPoint, workbook and video · 6 hours

Home study

Module 3 knowledge tasks

Workbook, lesson PDF and video · 7.5 hours

Week 4 · Module 3, part 2
Training centre

Webinar preparation and delivery

Hands on practical · 6 hours

Home study

Module 3 knowledge tasks

Workbook, lesson PDF and video · 7.5 hours

Week 5 · Module 4
Training centre

Email marketing

PowerPoint, workbook and video · 6 hours

Home study

Module 4 knowledge tasks

Workbook, lesson PDF and video · 7.5 hours

Week 6 · Module 5
Training centre

Digital sales strategies

PowerPoint, workbook and video · 6 hours

Home study

Module 5 knowledge tasks

Workbook, lesson PDF and video · 7.5 hours

Week 7 · Module 6
Training centre

Creating a sales and marketing plan

PowerPoint, workbook and video · 6 hours

Home study

Module 6 knowledge tasks

Workbook, lesson PDF and video · 7.5 hours

Week 8 · Final week
Training centre

Final presentation and summative review

Present your sales and marketing plan · 6 hours

Home study

Final amendments and reflective statement

Quality review preparation · 7.5 hours

Programme details

At a glance.

Duration
8 weeks
Total hours
108 guided learning hours
Format
Blended, centre and online
Centre days
One day a week, 10.00am to 4.30pm
Support
Ongoing one to one tutor support
Entry
Age 19 or over, plus an initial assessment
Cost
Fully funded by Kent County Council
Progression
A job, a business, or further education
Apply now

Secure your place.

Places are limited and we will be in contact once you apply.

  • ✓You are 19 or over
  • ✓You live in Kent
  • ✓You can commit to one day a week in Folkestone for 8 weeks
  • ✓There is an initial assessment before you start

What happens after you apply

01

We ring you. Usually within two working days, to talk through the programme and check the funding fits.

02

A short initial assessment. Nothing to revise for. It tells us where to pitch the first few weeks.

03

We confirm your start date. You get your portal login and the dates for all eight training days up front.

Not sure whether you qualify? Ring us on 01303 256305 and we will tell you either way.

Application

Tell us about yourself.

Name, phone and email is all we need to start. We will ring you to talk it through.