Funding
You asked about course funding.
I used several loans for my training which didn't require any security in the form of a house etc. Natwest offer up to £12,000 pounds in the form of a personal tailored loan. I've also been told that HSBC are good.
You can also get up to £8000 with a carreer development loan. Thier contact telephone number is 0845 60 900 60.
Hope this is of some help
Best of luck