Training and Careers Advice
Re-training, whether you are updating existing qualifications or taking a whole new direction, can be daunting, especially if you have not studied for years.
At Stillmuchtooffer we can offer you expert advice on career and training opportunities. If you have been made redundant or if you have chosen a lifestyle change, then our team are always on hand to help you make the right decisions.
Stillmuchtooffer has partnered with high quality, value for money training companies. We expect training companies that we recommend to have, and to be able to prove, a reputation for excellence. Our partners are committed to lifelong learning, actively promote diversity and have an age-positive approach. So you can be sure that if you book a training course through our site, then you are assured an effective learning experience.
Our advice is as follows:
1. Use your existing experience to forge a new career
You may well wish to achieve qualifications in a specialised employment sector with which you are already familiar and if so we can help you select the best route to success. Register on the site and then contact us with any queries.
For example, if you are already qualified and experienced in a vocational trade and do not need to re-train then why not consider becoming an NVQ assessor and achieving your Assessor and Verifier Awards. You can book directly on to a course, which will enable you to achieve these awards by typing in ‘Assessor and Verifier’ into the course search on our web site. While following the six month course, a specialised trainer experienced in giving the support necessary for compiling a portfolio, will be allocated to you.
2. Build your self-belief
We are aware that redundancy is demoralising, sapping your motivation and optimism. If this has happened to you, then a course on building self-confidence or assertiveness will help.
3. Improve your soft skills
Our advice to mature jobseekers is to build on already acquired occupational and life skills by developing the soft skills so valued by employers. Consider courses which enhance your prospects, such as communication skills, personal impact training, presentation skills, time management, team working, and problem solving.
4. Advance your computer skills
This includes improving your speed on the keyboard. There are keyboard courses available on-line, such as learndirect. Make sure you are proficient in software applicable to your employment sector such as Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, Publisher. If you know your computer skills are lacking, then book yourself into a basic course. Do it NOW. In this day and age you cannot afford to not be able to use a computer. You can book directly on to computer courses to suit all levels of ability by typing in key words into the course search on our web site. Your course will be delivered by training professionals who are not only experienced in fulfilling the requirements of advanced users but who also understand the needs and fears of absolute beginners. You can rely on their sensitivity, support and expertise.
Finally........
Lifelong learning is for everyone, whatever your age, background or experience. If you are searching for work, then don’t just send out CVs or search for vacancies. That comes later. First, stop, reflect, assess where you are and where you want to be. Then consider what training you need to enable you to achieve your goal.
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