Free online course

Future Skills Programme

Join a free online course for people with experience of the criminal justice system. Learn about AI, agency and financial freedom – designed by people who have been to prison and gone on to build successful businesses.

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Key information

Eligibility:

UK-wide

Duration:

4 weeks

Format:

100% online via Google Classroom with one in-person event to network and hear from experts working in tech

Start dates:

20th January 2026

10th February 2026

Daytime schedule:

10:00 - 16:00 - Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays

About the course

Start a business, or find a job that suits you

This course has been designed by people who have been to prison and gone on to create business and financial success. Learn. how to turn your life experiences into real value, develop AI skills for work and business, and how to start and grow your own business.

Skills for the future

This immersive experience will equip you with cutting-edge skills in:

AI Skills for Work and Business

Turn your life experience into real value

How to start and grow a Business

Explore jobs in tech

Course curriculum

Interested in joining this bootcamp? Here's a complete rundown of what you will learn:

Week 1: Identity, Confidence & Foundations
  • What AI can realistically help with
  • Understanding your strengths and options

Week 2: Practical Skills & Creation
  • Writing, Planning, and idea generation with AI
  • Creating something you can show

Week 3: Value, Marketing & Strategy
  • Turning skills into something useful
  • Understanding money, timeline and value

Week 4: Communication & Transition to Work
  • Telling your story with confidence
  • Preparing for real interviews

Our partners and funders

Your future awaits

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Application takes 5-7 minutes