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We believe you should only pay for as long as it takes you to pass. No financial tie-ins, credit checks or contracts – and the freedom to choose the payment plan that fits around you.

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How it works

  • Step 1
    Pick your payment plan
    For fast learners who want more flexibility, there are our pay-as-you-go subscriptions. Studying for 12 months or more? Save money with a prepaid plan.
  • Step 2
    Check out in minutes
    Add your chosen course to your basket. Then, simply log in or sign up to activate your StaySharp subscription. All you need is a debit or credit card.
  • Step 3
    Try the first 14 days risk-free
    As soon as you sign up, you’ll get instant access to your entire course syllabus. And remember – for all monthly plans, the first 14 days are on us.

Level up, no matter
what plan you choose.

If you’re a fast learner or want the flexibility to stop and start between modules, go for our pay-as-you-go plans. Looking to save money in the long run? Pay upfront and save up to 25% vs. paying monthly.
*The 14-day free trial offer is limited to one trial per course, per customer.
  • Pay monthly
    £60
    £60/month billed monthly

    Pay for your course monthly, with no tie-in or contract.

    Select a course

    14-day FREE trial and then monthly payments. Cancel anytime.

    Pay-as-you-go Monthly
    • Monthly payments, no fixed term
    • 14-day free trial. Cancel anytime
    • No contracts or credit checks
    • Flexibility to pause and restart around your schedule
    • Lowest price guarantee
  • Pay quarterly
    £150
    £50/month billed quarterly

    Pay for your course every 3 months, with no tie-in or contract.

    Select a course

    14-day FREE trial and then billed every 3 months. Cancel anytime.

    Pay-as-you-go Quarterly
    • Quarterly payments, no fixed term
    • 14-day free trial. Cancel anytime
    • No contracts or credit checks
    • Flexibility to pause and restart around your schedule
    • Lowest price guarantee
  • Prepaid
    £550
    £45.83/month billed upfront

    One-off payment. 12 months access.

    Select a course

    12 months access - save 23%

    One-off payment
    • Up-front payment for 12 months access
    • No contracts or credit checks
    • Perfect for affordable long-term study
    • Lowest price guarantee
    • Unbeatable value
  • Pay monthly
    £130
    £130/month billed monthly

    Pay for your course monthly, with no tie-in or contract.

    Select a course

    14-day FREE trial and then monthly payments. Cancel anytime.

    Pay-as-you-go Monthly
    • Monthly payments, no fixed term
    • 14-day free trial. Cancel anytime
    • No contracts or credit checks
    • Flexibility to pause and restart around your schedule
    • Lowest price guarantee
  • Prepaid
    £1,200
    £100/month billed upfront

    One-time payment. 12 months access.

    Select a course

    12 months access. Lowest price - guaranteed

    One-off payment
    • Up-front payment for 12 months access
    • No contracts or credit checks
    • Perfect for affordable long-term study
    • Lowest price guarantee
    • Unbeatable value
  • Prepaid
    £2,500
    £138.88/month billed upfront

    One-time payment. 18 months access.

    Select a course

    14-day FREE trial, then a one-off payment of £2,500

    Features
    • One time payment for 18 months access
    • No contracts or credit checks
    • Perfect for affordable long-term study
    • Lowest price guarantee
    • Unbeatable value
  • Pay monthly
    15% off
    £110 £125
    £110/month billed monthly

    Pay for your course monthly, with no tie-in or contract.

    Select a course

    14-day FREE trial and then monthly payments. Cancel anytime.

    Pay-as-you-go Monthly
    • Monthly payments, no fixed term
    • 14-day free trial. Cancel anytime
    • No contracts or credit checks
    • Flexibility to pause and restart around your schedule
    • Lowest price guarantee
  • Prepaid
    20% off
    £500 £625
    £83.33/month billed upfront

    One-off payment. 6 months access.

    Select a course

    6 months access - save 16%

    One-off payment
    • Up-front payment for 6 months access
    • No contracts or credit checks
    • Perfect for affordable long-term study
    • Lowest price guarantee
    • Unbeatable value
All options unlock the same industry-leading course and materials. The only difference is how you pay.

Included with every StaySharp subscription.

No matter which course you choose, or how you decide to pay, you’ll always get everything you need to excel at your exams.
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  • Unlimited access to your entire syllabus from day one

  • All levels and modules in one package, ready for you as you progress

  • Approved BPP study notes, past papers, practice questions and revision kits

  • Expert support from our team of tutors via live chat

  • Access to the StaySharp community through forums and discussion groups

  • Professional body registration and examination fees are not included

Hear from our students

"While searching for course providers I was very happy to come across StaySharp as I loved that it was affordable on a pay-monthly scheme, unlike other providers who have you pay the full amount regardless of how long it takes you to complete- I am lucky that I have lots of spare time and managed to complete the course in 9 months, so I only paid for 9! ”

Jillian Neathey CIPD Student

“The course itself has been incredibly insightful and well-structured. The modules are designed to build on each other, which ensures that I fully understand each concept before moving on to the next. The real-life case studies and practical assignments have been particularly helpful in applying what I’ve learned to my current role.”

Billy Bellion CIPD Student

"I went with StaySharp because it stands out for its monthly subscription option, giving me the flexibility I need. With this setup, I found myself more motivated to stay on track and finish my qualification faster. In fact, I completed it in just 5 months thanks to this approach! ”

Bertha Dewi CIPD Student

"I’ve found stay sharp well organised and easy to follow. Great for diving into when I’ve got a chance and easy to pick back up when I’ve been too busy to look at it for a while. The teams always been there if I’ve needed help. "

Charlie Sheppard CIMA Student

"I've been using StaySharp to study for the Level 2 AAT qualification for around 6 months and I think it's such a great tool for anyone who wants to self-study. I have done 3 exams so far with just one more to go and scored over 90% in each of them. "

Victoria Minnear AAT Student
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* Ability to start/stop or cancel at any point is only available on our subscription payment options.

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Studying CIPD with StaySharp helped Billy to feel more confident in his abilities to take on strategic responsibilities in his role.

Henry Wright
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Hear from Henry – who’s been able to balance studying for his CIPD Level 3 around full-time work.

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Frequently asked questions.

Can’t find the answers you’re looking for? Get in touch with our team today.

  • StaySharp offers flexible monthly, quarterly or prepaid plans to put you in control of how you pay for your studies. Each course has different pricing, so check your chosen course’s page for details.

  • We’re confident you'll love StaySharp, which is why we offer a 14-day free trial. If you're not satisfied within the first 14 days of your prepaid course, you can cancel for a full refund.

  • Yes, a valid credit or debit card is required to start your free trial. However, you won’t be charged if you cancel before the trial period ends.

  • If you don't cancel before the end of the free trial, you’ll automatically be charged for the monthly subscription plan you selected.

  • You can only take out one free trial per course. However, you can explore different courses by subscribing to each one individually.

  • No, there are no hidden fees or charges with StaySharp. The price you see on the course page is the total cost. The only additional fees you will need to plan for are those paid directly to the professional qualification body, such as exam or registration fees.

  • You will have access to the course materials until the end of your current billing period. Your access will then be terminated, but you can always re-subscribe at any point. You can also pause your subscription if you want to take a study break.

  • Yes, you can easily upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time. Just reach out to our team via live chat and they’ll be able to help.

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When it comes to comparing prices, we’ve already done the legwork. But if you find an equivalent course for a lower price, let us know – we’ll happily refund you the difference.
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