ELCAS Funded Electrical Training
Up to 80% funding for serving and ex-military personnel through Enhanced Learning Credits. ELCAS Provider Number: 12999
What is ELCAS?
The Enhanced Learning Credits Scheme (ELCAS) is a UK Ministry of Defence initiative that provides financial support to members of the British Armed Forces for approved educational courses. It is designed to help service personnel gain qualifications that support their transition to civilian careers.
Through ELCAS, eligible personnel can receive up to 80% of tuition fees for approved courses at registered learning providers. You can make up to 3 claims in total, with a maximum of 1 claim per financial year (April to March).
Approved ELCAS Provider
12999
Total Skills — City & Guilds Accredited · JIB Preferred Provider
Funding Tiers
There are two tiers of ELC funding, based on your length of eligible service. In both cases, ELC covers 80% of tuition fees up to the tier maximum — you pay the remaining 20% yourself.
Lower Tier
Service required
6+ years
Max per claim
£1,000
Max across 3 claims
£3,000
Lower tier claimants may aggregate all 3 claims into a single payment of up to £3,000
Higher Tier
Service required
8+ years
Max per claim
£2,000
Max across 3 claims
£6,000
1 claim per financial year (April to March)
Am I Eligible?
- Currently serving in the UK Armed Forces, or left service within the last 5 years (10 years if you left between April 2011 and March 2016)
- At least 6 years of eligible service for the lower tier, or 8 years for the higher tier
- Registered on the ELCAS website with an approved claim
- Course must be Level 3 or higher on the Regulated Qualifications Framework
- Service accumulated since 1 April 2000 counts toward eligibility
Scheme Expiry for Service Leavers
| Left Service | Expiry Window |
|---|---|
| On or after 1 April 2016 | 5 years from last day of service |
| Between April 2011 and March 2016 | 10 years from last day of service |
| Before 1 April 2011 | 10 years from last day of service |
Your course must start before your scheme expiry date. You cannot claim retrospectively for courses that have already started.
Service Leaver Contacts (SSR)
Eligible Courses
The following Level 3+ qualifications at Total Skills are registered with ELCAS:
How to Use Your ELCAS Credits
Register with ELCAS
Visit the ELCAS website and register or log in to your account. Serving personnel should register through their Education Staff. Service leavers should contact their Single Service Representative (SSR).
Check Your Eligibility & Balance
Verify your tier (lower or higher), remaining claims, and scheme expiry date in the ELCAS Members Area.
Choose Your Course
Browse our eligible courses above and decide which Level 3+ qualification fits your career goals. All our eligible courses are registered on the ELCAS system.
Contact Us to Confirm Your Place
Call us on 0115 666 2366 or email [email protected]. We will confirm course availability, dates, and the full cost so you can submit your claim.
Submit Your ELC Claim
Submit your claim via the ELCAS Members Area at least 15 working days before the course start date (25 working days for service leavers to allow MOD processing). Reference our provider number 12999.
Receive Your CAN
Once approved, you will receive a Claim Authorisation Note (CAN). Present this to us before the course begins. You pay your 20% personal contribution, and the MOD pays the remaining 80% directly to us.
Complete Your Training
After completing the course, submit the evaluation form in the ELCAS Members Area. This must be done before you can make any subsequent claims.
Important Rules
- Claims must be submitted before the course starts — retrospective claims are not allowed
- You must pay at least 20% of the course fee from your own resources
- Only 1 claim per financial year (April to March)
- You must complete the evaluation form after each course before submitting a subsequent claim
- Cancellation or withdrawal from a course can affect future ELC eligibility
ELCAS Official Website
enhancedlearningcredits.com
ELCAS Provider Search
Search for Total Skills (12999)
Need help with your ELCAS claim?
Call us on 0115 666 2366 or email [email protected]. We've helped many service leavers through the ELCAS process.
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