GALWAY, IRELAND - 2026-06-20
Alison has revamped Alison Premium, a subscription service of its online empowerment platform. Learners who choose Alison Premium receive monthly discounts on Certificates, an ad-free learning experience, and never-expiring discounts they can use whenever they are ready to make a purchase. The updated experience also introduces a new onboarding flow that explains how to get the most from Alison Premium, along with a special Premium badge on each member’s profile picture.
More Value From Every Month Of Premium
The refreshed Alison Premium experience is built around a simple promise: help Learners focus more easily and save more when they decide to purchase proof of the skills they have built. Premium members receive a Certificate discount every month, and those discounts can be saved up rather than used straight away.
That matters because Learners do not always purchase a Certificate immediately after finishing a course. With non-expiring discounts, Premium gives them more flexibility to choose the right time, whether they want one Certificate now or to save a larger discount for later.
A Clearer Start For Premium Learners
As part of the revamp, Alison Premium now includes a new onboarding flow. It helps Learners understand what is included in the plan, where to find their benefits, and how to make the most of their monthly discounts and ad-free learning experience.
Premium members also receive a special badge on their profile picture. It is a small visual update, but it makes the Alison Premium membership easier to recognise and gives Learners a clearer sense of their upgraded experience across the Alison website.
A Partner for Focused, Long-Term Skill Development
Ultimately, the refreshed Alison Premium is designed to be a true partner in a Learner’s journey. By eliminating distractions and offering Certificate discounts that add up, it supports focused, long-term learning and allows Learners to maximise the value of their time and dedication on Alison.
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About Alison
Alison is a global leader in free online learning and skills development. With over 50 million registered Learners across 193 countries (as of October 2025), Alison empowers individuals, communities, and organisations to upskill quickly and effectively – at zero cost.
The Alison platform provides immediate access to over 6,000 free, CPD-accredited courses, covering essential areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, Project Management, Business Operations, Healthcare and Sustainability. Courses are created by a mix of independent experts and global leaders, including IBM, Stanford and Microsoft.
For organisations, Alison offers a Free Learning Management System (LMS) that enables unlimited Learners to access thousands of courses with no upfront cost. A premium version with advanced analytics and customisation is also available. Alison's offering includes a full suite of assessments and psychometric tools, including a Workplace Personality Assessment, Mental Health & Wellbeing Assessment, English Language Proficiency Test, as well as Numerical, Verbal, and Abstract Reasoning tests.
To further support career development, Learners also gain access to a Career Guide, a Resumé Builder, and the ability to study offline through the Alison App.
In 2026, Alison will launch a Global Recruitment Service to directly connect skilled, motivated Learners with hiring employers. The platform is also expanding its reach with multilingual versions, starting with complete Spanish, French, and Hindi offerings — reaffirming its mission to make education accessible to anyone, anywhere.
Founded in 2007, Alison pioneered the concept of free, large-scale online learning and is recognised as the world’s first MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) platform. Today, its mission continues: to break down barriers to learning, helping people gain skills, build confidence, and improve their lives — no matter where they live or what they earn.
