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Looking to develop your career? We’ve got you covered. In addition to a whole host of information on the best courses & qualifications in a number of fields, we’ve got advice on how everything from internships & apprenticeships, to work experience & volunteering could be great ways to further your career.

What is SQL?

Looking to learn a new language? Here’s everything you need to know about SQL, one of the most sought-after skills in today’s job market.

From VLOOKUP to SUMIF: 10 Microsoft Excel formulas everybody should know

Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your spreadsheet skills, here are 10 Microsoft Excel formulas everyone should know.

Five reasons you should become CIPD certified right now

Considering a CIPD certification, but don’t know where to start? Here are five reasons you should become CIPD certified right now:

Five of the most in-demand skills in warehousing and logistics

Want to be in-demand in warehousing and logistics? Here are five of the most in-demand skills in warehousing and logistics (and how you can develop them).

Five reasons to take a first aid course

Thinking about learning first aid? Here’s everything you need to know about first aid courses, and five reasons to consider taking one.

Careers with animals

There’s a common saying that you should never work with animals. We disagree… Here are some of the top careers with animals.

Courses & qualifications

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What is SQL?

Looking to learn a new language? Here’s everything you need to know about SQL, one of the most sought-after skills in today’s job market.

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From VLOOKUP to SUMIF: 10 Microsoft Excel formulas everybody should know

Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your spreadsheet skills, here are 10 Microsoft Excel formulas everyone should know.

Five reasons you should become CIPD certified right now

Considering a CIPD certification, but don’t know where to start? Here are five reasons you should become CIPD certified right now:

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Five of the most in-demand skills in warehousing and logistics

Want to be in-demand in warehousing and logistics? Here are five of the most in-demand skills in warehousing and logistics (and how you can develop them).

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Five reasons to take a first aid course

Thinking about learning first aid? Here’s everything you need to know about first aid courses, and five reasons to consider taking one.

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Careers with animals

There’s a common saying that you should never work with animals. We disagree… Here are some of the top careers with animals.

How to get a job in HR (without any experience)

We spoke to Avado, the UK’s No.1 online provider of professional qualifications, to find out how you can break into the HR industry.

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The top courses to help you get hired September 2024

To help give you an idea of what’s available, here are our top courses to help get you hired in September 2024.

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Seven reasons to become an HGV Driver

Want to keep the economy moving? You should drive HGVs. Here are seven reasons to pursue a career in this in-demand industry.

CIPD Levels: Explained

Interested in a career in HR or L&D? To help you choose the right course, here’s everything you need to know about CIPD levels.

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Emergency services careers: How to get started

Here are a few of the most popular emergency services careers, what they involve, and our advice on how to get started.

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Five of the best temp jobs

Not big on commitment? Try temping. To help you decide which role is right for you, here are five of the best temp jobs that you could be doing right now:

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Internships & apprenticeships

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Jobs in the motoring industry

Looking to take your career to the next gear? Here are some careers to consider in the motoring industry and some of our top tips to help you get there.

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AI CVs: How AI could help you land your dream job

There’s no denying the growing popularity of the concept of AI. Here’s how it could help you enhance your CV, and land your dream job.  

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What type of learner am I?

Here’s everything you need to know about learning styles, along with a quiz to help you figure out what type of learner you are.

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The top courses to help you get hired June 2024

To help narrow down your options this June, we’ve selected three qualifications that are highly valued by employers in the fields of HR, L&D, and accounting.

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Top jobs of 2024: 10 of the most in-demand roles

Here are 10 of the most in-demand roles of 2024, according to Reed.co.uk jobs posted data.

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Four challenges people face when upskilling in their career (and how to overcome them)

We surveyed over 2,000 people from across the UK, to find out their biggest challenges when it came to upskilling in their careers. Here are the top four barriers, and our advice on how to overcome them.

How to start a career in psychology

If you want to become a psychologist, there are a few ways you can break into the industry. We spoke to University of Liverpool Online Programmes, to find out their top tips.

The top courses to help you get hired April 2024

Looking to do a spring clean of your skillset? Here are some of the top healthcare, management, and tech courses to help get you hired this month.

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What is upskilling – and how can you do it?

To make sure your skills are up-to-date, here’s everything you need to know about upskilling, along with our top tips to help you do it.

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Five reasons to take a healthcare course

Looking to give your career a health check? We spoke to University of Essex Online, to find out five reasons to take a healthcare course.

The top (free) courses to help you get hired March 2024

To celebrate National Careers Week, we’ve selected three free courses that’ll help you create a winning CV, get real-life work experience, nail the interview, and find a job you’ll love in March.

Five helpful courses for each stage of your career

Want to excel in every stage of your career? Here are five free and discounted courses to help get you started…

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Three tips for finding a job you’ll love

Here are just three tips to help you find a job you’ll love (and Love Mondays) – courtesy of our free course, Life’s Work.

The top courses to help you get hired February 2024

To help inspire you to hit the books, here are a few of the top courses to help get you hired in February 2024.

How to prepare for your SQE exams

We spoke to BARBRI, who are global leaders in legal education, to find out a few of the best ways to prepare for your SQE exams.

Five reasons to take a master’s degree in psychology

Want to learn why people do the things they do? A psychology master’s could be for you. We spoke to The University of Law’s Psychology faculty, to find out five reasons to take a psychology master’s.

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Eight new things you should learn in 2024

What better way to start the year than learning a brand new skill? To help inspire you, here are eight new things you should definitely learn in 2024.

ACCA: What you need to know 

We spoke to ACCA, the global body for professional accountants, to find out everything you need to know about ACCA qualifications.

IOSH: What you need to know 

When it comes to workplace safety, the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) has got your back. Here’s everything you need to know about IOSH, and how you can start studying.

The top courses to help you get hired December 2023

Is all you want for Christmas to learn something new? Here are the top courses to help get you hired in December 2023.

Four reasons to learn something new this Black Friday

Have you ever thought about using Black Friday as an opportunity to learn for less? Here are four reasons to consider discounted courses this Black Friday.

The top courses to help you get hired November 2023 

To help you gain the skills and certifications employers are looking for, we’ve selected a few of the best courses that’ll help you get hired this month.

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10 reasons to become a personal trainer

Looking for a career with more gains? You should become a personal trainer. Here are 10 great reasons to become a personal trainer right now.

How to start a career in law (if you’re changing careers)

We spoke to BARBRI, global leaders in legal education and bar exam prep, to get their advice on how to start a career in law.

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Work experience & volunteering

Black Friday: when is it and what deals on courses are coming?

Black Friday is coming. Here’s everything we know about our biggest courses sale, and what to expect when the time comes.

The top courses to help you get hired September 2023

To help inspire you to start learning online, we’ve selected six top courses that’ll help get you hired in September 2023.

Skip the debt: How to get qualified without going to university

University isn’t the only way you can develop your skills. Here’s how to get qualified without going to university.

The top courses to help you get hired August 2023

Looking to keep your skills up-to-date with industry demand? Here are the top courses to help get you hired in August 2023. 

Nine CPD microcredentials that’ll help you get qualified fast

We spoke to University of Essex Online to find out more about their CPD microcredentials, and to figure out the benefits of taking one.

Five reasons you should start studying AAT right now

We spoke to the experts at Future Connect, to find their top five reasons you should start learning AAT today.

Summer sale: Our best deals on courses

Our big summer sale on courses is now on. Here are five subjects you can study for less during our 2023 summer sale.

Personal trainer courses that’ll help you get qualified

We spoke to Study Active, an Active IQ approved centre with CIMSPA endorsed status, to find out which courses are available, and what to look for when choosing a personal trainer course.

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Four essential skills that’ll help you land your dream cyber security job

To point you in the right direction, here are four essential skills that’ll help you land your dream cyber security job.

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Eight essential leadership skills employers really want

Here are the top eight leadership skills employers really want (along with some tips on how to develop them).

Four reasons to start a career in financial crime prevention

Want to help keep the world’s money safe? We spoke to London Governance & Compliance Academy (LGCA), to find out why financial crime prevention is a great career choice right now.

The top courses to help you get hired May 2023

Looking to change careers, but don’t know which course will give you the right credentials? Here are the top courses to help you get hired in May 2023.

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Project management careers: What you need to know

Not sure how to break into a career in project management? Here’s an overview of the skills, experience and qualifications you’ll need to start a career in project management.

The top courses to help you get hired March 2023

Made this far into the year without learning anything new? It’s time to change that. Here are our top courses to help you get hired in March 2023.

Work experience courses: How to get started

To help guide you in the right direction, here’s everything you need to know about work experience courses, and how you can start one.

Home study: What you need to know

Want to learn from home? To help you get educated, here’s everything you need to know about home study:

How to: Code

It’s never too late to learn a new skills, with a wide range of ways to learn for people of all ages. With this in mind, here’s a quick guide to coding, and our top tips on learning how to code:

The top (free) courses to help you get hired January 2023

It’s officially 2023. To help inspire you, we’ve rounded up a few of the best free courses you can start this January.

16 new things you should learn in 2023

New years are for new skills. To help motivate you, here are 16 new things you should definitely learn in 2023.

Three reasons to take a childcare course

Looking to learn about childcare? To help you understand what a childcare course could do for you, here are three key reasons to get qualified.

Five key skills to master good teamwork

Whatever industry you work in, it’s important to play well with others. Find out the skills you need to master good teamwork.

Five of the best Black Friday deals on courses 2022

Whether you’re looking to change careers or you want to progress in your current role, you’ll be able to do it for less this Black Friday. 

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PMI: What you need to know

Looking to become a certified member of the project management community? You should consider PMI…

Five reasons to become PMI certified right now

Wondering what a PMI can do for your career? Here are five reasons you should become qualified right now:

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Resignation retraction letter

Changed your mind about leaving your job? Here’s a sample resignation retraction letter, and tips on how to withdraw your resignation. 

10 tips for your first day at work

To help you come across as confident, engaged and motivated to your new colleagues, here are 10 tips for nailing your first day at work.

How to make a career change at 40

Looking for a new career in your 40’s can be daunting. Here’s everything you need to know to make the transition smoothly.

Speaking up, and speaking out: How to overcome the ‘broken rung’

To celebrate International Women’s Day, Patricia Seabright, author of ‘She Said!’, gives her top tips on how to overcome the ‘broken rung’.

80/20 rule (and how it could kickstart your career)

Everything you need to know about the 80/20 rule, and how using it could help maximise your productivity – and progress in your career.

Out of work checklist: Things to do if you lose your job

Here’s a checklist of the things you should do if you lose your job, including claiming benefits, and keeping track of your money.

What is a line manager?

How do you become a line manager? And what are the main line management responsibilities? Here’s everything you need to know.

How to write a resignation letter

Ready to hand in your notice? Here’s everything you should include – and our top tips on how to write a resignation letter.

Resignation letter templates

Ready to leave your job, but not sure how to put it into words? Here are our resignation letter templates to help you get the ball rolling:

How to: Resign

Thinking about resigning from your current role? Here are some of our tops tips on how to say goodbye the right way (and a few things to avoid).

Ask James: What should I ask my mentor?

Not sure how to make the most of your mentor? In this month’s column, James gives his top tips on what to ask your mentor.

How to: Negotiate a payrise

Undervalued and underpaid? To help make sure you approach the conversation in the right way, here are our top tips on how to negotiate a payrise.

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