Short Courses: Higher National (HN) Flex

What are HN Flex Courses?

HN Flex courses are individual, bite-sized modules taken from Pearson Level 4 or 5 HN programmes such as HNC Construction Management or HNC Computing.

The HN Flex modules are designed for those who are looking to gain extra skills within their current role, get a taste of a new career or try out a HN course. They provide the flexibility to upskill or reskill without having to enrol onto a full qualification.

These short HN Flex modules provide the flexibility to study part-time using a blended mode of study. This means that participants will be able to study onsite and online, combining the development of practical skills with academic study. 

“The HN Flex offering can be utilised to complete individual units of CPD, gain industry-specific knowledge, or attain professional body accreditations.”

Susan Holden,
Assistant Principal HE and Higher Skills

Benefits for Employers

HN Flex units are particularly aligned to organisations with a focus on Continuous Professional Development. These courses provide flexible skills solutions that allow employees to achieve their long-term career aspirations.

HN Flex courses:

• allow employers to provide CPD using role-specific modules;
• are a lower-commitment option for both employer and employee;
• require less investment than full qualifications and;
• provide the ability to improve employees’ knowledge and skills rapidly.

Next steps after HN Flex

Students can stack skills by completing up to 4 HN Flex units, gaining a Certificate of Unit Credit (CoUC) for each module.

Students may choose to move onto a HN qualification in the future. However, not all HN Flex modules can be combined to create a full HN qualification. If students are looking to complete more than 4 modules or would like to complete a full HN qualification, we recommend speaking with our team before commencing a HN Flex course.