Are you skilled for life?
Do you have problems working out budgets?
Have you realised that your grammar isn’t quite up to scratch?
Do you find reading reports tricky?
If you think you need to improve your numeracy, language or literacy skills (Skills for Life), you are not alone. Thousands of people are finding that taking a short course has a huge impact on their confidence and the way they work. Improving your Skills for Life can make it easier to do your job and help you move up the career ladder, as well as having benefits for your home life too.
If you have a goal of improving your English and maths, you will need to start somewhere! Why not use Learning at Work Day to get you on your way? Here’s some suggestions to get you started
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Find out where you are with your skills
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Overcome any barriers
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Get some advice
1. Find out where you are with your skills
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Test yourself with the free Move On mini tests. The tests will let you know if you need help and where to go next.
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Try the Learning at Work Day Hands On Skills Challenge and have a go at learning one of five skills.
2. Overcome any barriers
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Don’t worry! Some people may feel anxious about returning to learning after a break, but there’s no need to be. Learning as an adult is very different from learning at school. Find out more information about 'Returning to Learning'.
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Can I fit it in? There are lots of different courses at times and in places that will work for you – to find something that suits you visit Next Step
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How much will it cost? Many Skills for Life courses are free or low cost.
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Keep going! Let others know what you are doing so they can keep you motivated and on track to reach your goal. Listen to someone else’s story about improving skills and keep motivated.
3. Get some advice
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Call an adviser on 0800 100 900* for more information about courses near you or visit the website www.direct.gov.uk and search for Skills for Life
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Talk to someone face to face about your options:
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Visit your local nextstep, which will offer free advice on learning and careers.
Remember sometimes it can be tricky trying to work and study at the same time but there is lots of help at hand. Take small steps and who knows where that will take you!
* Calls from landlines are free but mobile charges may apply
