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View full libraryExternal training sponsorship confirmation letter template for UK employers who are funding or sponsoring an employee to attend an external training course or programme. This editable HR letter confirms the employer's sponsorship, sets out the training arrangements and records the terms agreed between the employer and employee.
Use this template when an employee is undertaking externally provided training and the training provider requires formal confirmation that the employer will meet the agreed costs.
[Sender name]
[Sender address]
[date]
[Recipient name]
[Recipient address]
Dear [Recipient first name],
We are pleased to confirm that we will be sponsoring your attendance at the [Name of Training Course/Program] which will be held at [Name of Training Provider] from [Start Date] to [End Date].
We believe that this training program will provide you with valuable skills and knowledge that will benefit both you and our organisation. The course covers a range of topics including [List of Training Topics] and is designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to perform your job more effectively.
As part of the sponsorship,
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Explore the Learning and development templates toolkitAn external training sponsorship confirmation letter is a letter that an employer sends to an employee who is being sponsored to attend an external training course or program. The letter confirms the details of the sponsorship and sets out the terms and conditions of the agreement.
The external training sponsorship confirmation letter is an important document that sets out the expectations and obligations of both the employer and the employee in relation to the sponsored training. It is important for both parties to carefully review and understand the terms and conditions of the agreement before signing and returning the letter.
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If you have agreed to an employee request to sponsor external training or study, issue this model letter template to confirm the agreement.
Yes. This template has been designed for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses, charities and growing employers. It follows UK employment law best practice and can be adapted to suit your organisation.
Our templates are developed with UK employment legislation, Acas guidance and HR best practice in mind and are reviewed and updated as relevant requirements change. However, every employment situation is different, so the template should be adapted to the circumstances and checked against the employee's contract and your organisation's procedures before use.
Yes, we highlight the areas of the document that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.
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If you're looking for broader support, we also offer toolkits and library bundles that include the External training sponsorship confirmation letter template, along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need deeper advice.
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