Free Training?

DestinyGamer · 29 December 2018 at 2:13PM

Have you ever done any online free courses or training to help you get back into work? Any suggestions for websites?

[Deleted User] · 29 December 2018 at 3:15PM

I’ve done some free CPD with FutureLearn & some NCFE L2 Certificate as online learning with local colleges.

kingfisherblue · 29 December 2018 at 8:52PM

OpenLearn from the Open University has some free courses. My daughter has completed some about health and social care, more out of interest than for work, There may be something suitable for you on their website.

jonnygee2 · 29 December 2018 at 9:26PM

I learned to code on Coursera. Absolutely loved the platform and the learning experience.

I think they may have more restrictions on the 'free' courses than they did before. https://www.coursera.org/ .

Also have you checked local colleges? Many have an array of courses which are free or subsidised for people out of work.

trailingspouse · 31 December 2018 at 10:17AM

You need to find out /work out which courses would be best for you - taking into account your existing qualifications and/or skills and experience. And then look to see if you can get free/subsidised courses that fit the bill.

There's no point in doing a course just because it's free, if it's not going to actually be any real use to you.

Fireflyaway · 31 December 2018 at 10:39AM

I second open university. There are also usually free courses with local college if you meet the eligibility criteria. If you are unsure of your direction maybe focus on subjects that can be useful in any job. Things like customer service, IT skills etc.