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How can a qualification improve my job prospects?

Whether you're unemployed and looking for work, or already have a job but fancy moving on, why not use your lunch hour by gaining a qualification that could really help you to stand out from the crowd. Just a glance at your CV and employers will see you have the skills that they're looking for.

Having a qualification on your CV not only proves you have the right skills, it also shows dedication, motivation and adaptability - all very desirable qualities for a potential employee to have. It could even give your confidence a real boost.

For example, a poll we commissioned found that IT qualifications are particularly important to employers. When recruiting, 92% of businesses ask about applicants' ability to use IT, and 60% of companies say these skills are a must. Most employers (94%) also claim existing staff would perform more efficiently if they improved their computer skills, with nearly two-thirds (61%) saying IT ability among staff is increasingly essential for the continued success of their sector.

There are lots of different qualifications available to job seekers - from learning the very basics of a new skill or just building on the skills you already have. You'll also find that gaining a qualification as an adult can be much more flexible than when you were back in school.

Often your learning can be tailored to fit around your lifestyle. You could do your learning in your lunch break, after you've put the kids to bed, or whenever suits you best.

If you're thinking of brushing up on your Maths, English, IT or business skills, we might be able to help. At learndirect, we offer nationally recognised qualifications that you can work through at a time and pace that suits you.

There are lots of different types of qualifications available, including;

NVQs
Adult certificates in Numeracy or Literacy
IT qualifications like ECDL or ITQ

You'll also find that studying for your qualification with us can fit around your life. You can choose whether to do your learning at home, work, or in one of their centres. And, in a lot of cases, funding is available to cover the cost of your learning so you may not even have to pay.

Just visit our website www.learndirect.co.uk to find out more about how learning with learndirect could be right for you.

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