Self-Enrolment vs Manual Enrolment Explained

There are different ways you may be added to a course. Understanding these can help if you’re unsure why a course isn’t visible on your account.

Self-Enrolment

• You can join the course yourself using the Enrol me button.
• Some courses use an enrolment key (password) to restrict access.
• You appear on the course immediately after enrolling.

Manual Enrolment

• A site administrator, manager, or tutor adds you directly.
• You’ll receive an email notification (if enabled).
• You can’t join or leave the course on your own.

Other Methods You Might Encounter

• Cohort enrolment: your entire department or group is automatically added.
• External system enrolment: your organisation’s HR, CRM, or training platform manages access automatically.

Tip: If you believe you should have access but don’t see the course, contact your site administrator.