How to approach adult education

want2bmortgage3

I under achieved at school, I got average-good gcse's and passed 3 a-levels but never really thought about the future and didn't choose subjects very carefully.

10 years on I want to challenge myself and return to education, whilst still working. I wouldnt be doing this with an aim of a specific career, I just want to see what potential I have and maybe discover I'm good at something which could later lead to a better job.

So the question I have is, should any learning I do be through recognised qualifications, such as gcse's, a-levels and certificates, or should I just read books from the library / book shop on things that interest me?

I have a rough idea what subjects I'd like to try, based on my interests and what I think i would be good at. As above I dont have a career in mind, yet, and atm feel lucky I have a job as I know a few people who cannot get one right now..

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If you want it as an actual qualification which you can use on your cv etc. then you need a proper course

if you just want to widen your knowledge without any specific aims you could just read

or you could do both

try to get an appointment with the local college careers advisor

Oldernotwiser

The obvious suggestion for you is going to be the Open University. Because of the way the courses are structured you can design your own degree and follow your own interests. If you don't want to do a full degree you can combine certain modules and gain a Diploma or Certificate which you can top up to a full degree at a later point.

want2bmortgage3

i like the idea of following my own interests but i'm not sure about studying from home as it would be nice to be part of a group and have other students to talk to and socialise with..

Melissa22_Mum

Hi, I've not read all of your thread but I replied to another a couple up http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=1757051

Pretty much sums up what I'd have said on this one

Melissa22_Mum

Just a reply to you wanting to socialize some courses have a residential side to them and most have tutor group sessions.