Programme information for councils
Earnability Skills
We help councils close the gap between what school offers and what young people need. As students face rising costs and an uncertain job market, they’re asking for real-world skills, support, and guidance – and we deliver. Earniversity gives young people the tools to earn, build confidence, and shape brighter futures – for themselves, their families, their communities, and the economy as a whole.
Our why
We empower young people to take ownership of their futures
Current Statistics* as of 2024 indicate that:
- 47% of UK adults have a side hustle alongside their primary employment – it was only 10% in 2017.
- New research reveals 7 in 10 young people have multiple income streams.
- 68% of those aged 16 to 34 are managing multiple income streams.
- The primary drivers include coping with the rising cost of living (35%) and managing increasing household bills (34%).
- On average, individuals with side hustles earn an additional £780 per month, equating to approximately £9,360 annually.
* Stats courtesy of Sage.com
Why partner with us?
Kick-starting the Economy
- Boosts Local Enterprise & Employability: By teaching young people how to earn, build businesses, and develop practical skills, we support local economic growth from the ground up.
- Reduces NEET Risk: Earniversity equips young people with real-world skills, income opportunities, and purpose – supporting long-term engagement in work, training, or education.
- Supports Local Priorities: Programmes align with council goals around employability, inclusion, and community regeneration. (Incl. SEND schools, Foster children, Home-schoolers, Adult Education, Army Vets, Returners, and even Young Offenders.)
- Delivers Measurable Impact: Trackable outcomes help meet funding and reporting requirements, with clear evidence of progress and participation.
- Creates Social Value: Builds confident, capable young people who contribute to the local economy and reduce demand on public services.
- Flexible Delivery, Scalable Impact: Our programmes adapt to local needs, are easy to implement across regions or cohorts, and scale with minimal strain on internal resources.
How we operate
Our 5-Star Framework
This underpins our approach so that every student is equipped with the support, guidance and resources for success.
Safe
Our priority is creating secure environments for learning, earning and growth.Simple
We keep things straightforward and easy to understand.Structured
Developed by professionals, our programme follows a clear framework for progress.Supported
Students receive ongoing support from peers and guidance from coaches.Sustainable
We focus on instilling lasting habits and skills for long-term growth and success.
Results
Programme Statistics
Features
Private Programmes
- Capacity
- Up to 300 students
- Delivery
- 5 weeks to 10 months - during or after school hours
- Content
- 30 Money-earning skills
Student benefits
- Personalised e-folio
- Affiliate marketing opportunities
- Branded Graduation Certificates
- Leaderboard: Branded trophies/awards
- Community access
- Marketplace tuition and toolkit
- Podcast/webinar invites *
- Join the JNR Board of Directors *
- Graduate employment opportunities *
- Business partnership/funding opportunities *
* Indicates not guaranteed
Council benefits
- Starter pack: Marketing materials, videos, application form, press release, etc.
- State-of-the-art Digital Academy (Branded)
- Start date of your choice
- Trophies and Certificates sent to Council
- Project report and testimonials
- Project manager
- Launch/Award events at local venue
Inclusion and access
Supported Pathways
Empowering Inclusive Learning
Earniversity delivers inclusive, flexible programmes for young people who need alternative routes into learning and earning. Our Supported Pathways are designed for those in care, out of education, or facing additional barriers. With adaptable content we create positive, future-focused environments where every learner can succeed.
International schools
Supporting Global Classrooms
Earniversity delivers flexible, culturally aware programmes to meet the needs of international schools. Our curriculum-aligned courses adapt to diverse education systems and student backgrounds, making learning engaging and inclusive. We help educators foster global-minded classrooms ensuring students are modern-world ready.
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This collaboration with Earniversity has shown that with the right support young people can break down some of barriers to self-employment. It has been a great success, with participants able to use the skills learnt immediately and earn an income. We look forward to seeing the impact of the second cohort of this collaboration.
Councillor Andrew SheldonEssex County Council 
Your programme is bringing and energy and opportunity that we simply cannot replicate internally, and we see this as a significant opportunity to build business awareness and experience addressing the employability and work experience challenges.
Joy KettyleVice Principal at York College 
I can tell you that Demi really enjoyed the 5 weeks spent on the course. She is constantly thinking up ideas on how to earn and how to be better than those doing the same thing. It has been a very good experience for her and I am confident it is an experience and knowledge she will carry with her and use for many years to come. Thank you Earniversity!
DebolaParent of Demi, 2024 Earniversity graduate
In case you're wondering...
Frequently Asked Questions
“Most wealth-based education programmes teach students the theory of how to Save, how to Invest, and how to Spend… We coach them on the practicals of how to Earn, and get started immediately! So that they can Save, Invest and Spend in the future.”
– Dene Botha, COO
- We work with Young People (and those young-at-heart).
- Our students join our thriving digital communities of likeminded people.
- They learn Earnability skills.
- We offer live and interactive coaching by real-life humans!
- Students get modern marketplace tuition and toolkits.
- Graduates are offered mentorship, employment and possible business funding opportunities.
- Reward-based education.
- Our 5-S framework: Safe, Simple, Structured, Supported, and Sustainable
- Skills for life!
We have a variety of programmes available to suit your Councils's need and budgets starting from £4,950 going up to £24,950. (Individual places start at £395.)
The majority of our coaching is done in our state-of-the-art digital academy. However, we do run Launch and/or Awards events at Council venues for our 3-month Pioneer Programme.
- Age: 13 to 25 years old (Split into two groups: Under 18 and over 18), and Adults.
- Location: Global
- Personality traits: Opportunity seekers. Those that aspire to success and open to alternative paths.
- Education status: Diverse education levels. Includes students in school, college, uni and further education. Those bordering N.E.E.T or those that are N.E.E.T that are perhaps seeking opportunities outside traditional systems and/or engaged in the gig economy.
We develop, deliver and report on programmes run for traditional schools, colleges, Unis, and even English-speaking International Schools. We have developed exclusive programmes for S.E.N.D. schools, children in Foster care and Home-schoolers, Adults, Army Vets, and even Returners. So, just about anyone who's looking to Learn and Earn.
Computer access, internet connection, and ambition!
We provide modern and updated education in Work Experience, Business, Finances, Entrepreneurship, Employability, Real-world readiness, E-commerce, Confidence, Authenticity, Grit, Personal Branding, Public Speaking, Communication Skills, Willingness-to-Learn, Team work, Professionalism, and and and... These are just some of your Earnability Skills.
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Schools, colleges and councils we work with
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