Learning & Development
Learning and development providers for UK employers
Learning and development providers give employees access to training and skills development, most commonly through on-demand online course libraries covering technical, professional and soft skills. For employers, learning supports performance, internal mobility and retention, and is one of the benefits staff most often say they want more of.
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Your choice depends on the breadth, depth and style of learning your teams need, and how you will encourage them to use it. The providers below cover large course marketplaces and more curated platforms. Compare their profiles, then run a free Benefits Healthcheck to see how learning scores in your package.
What to look for in a learning and development provider
Breadth versus curation
Large marketplaces offer huge catalogues; curated platforms offer fewer, more consistent courses. The better fit depends on how self-directed your learners are.
Content quality and currency
In fast-moving fields, how often content is refreshed matters. Check who creates and reviews the courses.
Adoption and manager involvement
Access alone rarely drives learning. Look for tools that help managers set goals and track progress so licences are not wasted.
Licensing and reporting
Most platforms charge per user per year. Reporting on completion and engagement helps justify renewal and target spend.
Frequently asked questions
Why offer learning and development as a benefit?
Access to learning supports performance and career growth, and consistently ranks among the benefits employees most value. It also aids retention and internal promotion.
How are learning platforms priced?
Most charge a per-user, per-year licence fee, sometimes with tiers based on content access. Pricing usually falls with larger user numbers.
What is the difference between a course marketplace and a curated platform?
A marketplace offers a very large catalogue of varied courses, while a curated platform provides a smaller, more consistent set designed for broad workforce learning.
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