Free online courses

Things don’t always go as planned.

Whether it’s a break-in, an accident or a stolen car, life happens. That's why you need the financial protection of insurance to protect your progress.

Explore short, practical courses designed for Good South Africans like you.

How does it work?

Choose a course

What do you want to protect? We’ve got a course for you, from an introduction to insurance to a deep dive into car, home and business insurance. 

 Start with what matters most to you right now.

Sign-up in one minute

There’s no paperwork, no waiting and no obligation to buy, just quick and easy access to practical knowledge.

Learn your way

On your phone or laptop, complete short, simple lessons any time.  

Go at your own pace and build confidence step by step, with lessons designed to be easy to follow and apply for.

Choose a course

What do you want to protect? We’ve got a course for you, from an introduction to insurance to a deep dive into car, home and business insurance. 

 Start with what matters most to you right now.

Sign-up in one minute

There’s no paperwork, no waiting and no obligation to buy, just quick and easy access to practical knowledge.

Learn your way

On your phone or laptop, complete short, simple lessons any time.  

Go at your own pace and build confidence step by step, with lessons designed to be easy to follow and apply for.

Courses menu

Choose a course that suits your needs and learn how to protect your possessions and assets from unplanned events.

Introduction to insurance

Understand how insurance works with quick guides to buying insurance, maintaining a policy and making a claim..

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A guide to vehicle insurance

Explore the different types of vehicle insurance, and the optional extras and free benefits that come with every policy..

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A guide to home insurance

Learn more about how home insurance protects your home, household contents and portable possessions..

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A guide to business insurance

Learn how business insurance protects assets, income and operations against industry-specific risks, liability and disruption.

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A guide to owning and running a car

Coming soon

Available in June

Financial planning made easy

Coming soon.

Available in June

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What learners usually say

“I bought my first insurance policy thanks to what the course taught me.”

Maggie M - 15 April 2026

“I finally understand my policy and what I’m actually paying for.”

Louisa D 30 April 2026

“I realised how much risk I was carrying without proper cover and fixed it.”

Sanet N 21 April 2026

What most people want to know
about our courses

1. Is this course really free?

Yes! We want to help ordinary Good South Africans like you make confident decisions about insurance, so we do not charge anything for signing up or completing the course.

2. Who should sign up

Anyone who wants to learn more about how insurance work and how to buy the cover you and your family need for your home, vehicles and business.

3. Must I be a Budget Insurance client to complete a course?

Nope! Anyone interested in learning about insurance can take these courses.

4. What do I need to sign up?

We only need a few simple details to set up your online learning profile.

5. How long does the course take?

You’ll need around 2-3 hours to complete the course, but you can do this at your own pace. You have access to the course for 30 days.

6. Can I do the course on my phone?

Yes! It’s fully mobile-friendly.

7. Am I going to be sold an insurance product?

No. The course is designed to educate and empower you. If it inspires you to explore insurance further, we’re here to help with guidance and no-obligation quotes.

8. What can I expect when I sign up for a course?

We will send you an email with login details for the course. Follow the link and enter the username and password in the email. That’s it. You course will be waiting for you.

You can expect simple, practical lessons that explain how insurance works. Our courses are easy to follow, self-paced, and designed to help you build confidence in understanding, choosing, and managing your insurance.