Succeed with learning
Succeed with learning is a self-paced online course delivered by The Open University (OpenLearn). It is free, takes about 24 hours, and awards a digital badge and statement of participation (free).
FreeChecked on 29 September 2026
- Relevance to work
- 2.4 / 3
- Cost and access
- 2 / 2
- Provider
- 2 / 2
- Credential
- 1.5 / 1.5
- Currency
- 0.45 / 1.5
- Total
- 8.3 / 10
Provider learner rating: 4.2 out of 5 from 61 ratings on provider page, as at 2026-09-29
Key facts
| Cost | FreeOpenLearn courses are free to study; free Statement of Participation and free Open University digital badge on completion. Checked 29 Sep 2026. |
|---|---|
| Time | 24 hours (provider stated) |
| Level | Beginner |
| Format | self-paced online |
| Prerequisites | none |
| Credential | digital badge and statement of participation (free) |
| Open to | Worldwide |
| Free in | Worldwide |
| Content written for | Any country |
| Last checked | 2026-09-29 |
Topics:Self-managementTeams and careers
Things to know
- Last updated January 2020, so examples of digital learning tools may feel dated
- Badge requires completing all sections and passing the quizzes
- Free OU account needed to earn the badge and statement of participation
Summary
An eight week Open University course that helps adults see how they already learn every day and build the habits to keep learning. It ends with a personal learning action plan.
You will be able to
- Recognise how learning happens in everyday life and work
- Value the skills and knowledge you already have
- Use reflection and feedback to learn more effectively
- Use a computer as a tool for learning
- Build your own learning action plan
Modules
- Week 1: What is learning?
- Week 2: Learning from life
- Week 3: Learning about yourself
- Week 4: Reflection and feedback
- Week 5: Learning tool kit
- Week 6: Wider perspectives
- Week 7: Where next?
- Week 8: Your plan
Who it suits
People who want to feel more confident about their learning skills and build a plan for ongoing learning.
Who is behind it
- Delivered by
- The Open University
- Hosted on
- OpenLearn (open.edu/openlearn)
- Funded by
- Not stated
- Partners
- CPD Standards Office (accreditation)
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Questions
- Is Succeed with learning free?
- Yes. It is free for anyone, anywhere in the world. OpenLearn courses are free to study; free Statement of Participation and free Open University digital badge on completion. Checked 29 Sep 2026. Checked 29 September 2026 against the provider's own page.
- How long does it take?
- About 24 hours (provider stated).
- Do you get a certificate?
- Yes. It awards a digital badge and statement of participation, free.
- Who is it for?
- People who want to feel more confident about their learning skills and build a plan for ongoing learning.
- Can I take it from outside Australia?
- Yes. It is open worldwide. It is free in: Worldwide.
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