Brace yourselves: Black Friday is coming…
OK, so we can’t promise you a new smartphone or HDTV this November. But with over 14,000 certifications currently on offer, and exclusive discounts available on everything from beauty and fashion courses through to business and finance qualifications, there’s something out there to suit you – no trampling required.
To help find your inspiration, here are three of the top courses you could take on reed.co.uk this month:
Teaching Assistant
Some careers aren’t just gratifying – they’re life-changing.
The CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools provides all the fundamentals necessary to start working as a Teaching Assistant (or Learning Support Assistant), helping to give young people the extra attention they need to make the most of their education.
Becoming a TA is one of the most highly-rewarding careers you can do, and can even be a great foundation for anyone considering moving forward within the education industry.
It may also open doors for roles looking after students with special needs, or moving into a career in social care. And with almost 30% off in November, and monthly payment options available, there’s really no excuse not to go back to school.
If you want the chance to make a difference to hundreds of lives (and/or get an extended Christmas break as part of your day job) enquire today.
What do I need? Excellent motivational skills, and a great work ethic (see also: patience).
How long will it last? Around 90 hours.
Perfect for: People who are born to teach (but don’t like the boring parts).
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Ethical Hacking
Want to break the law, and get paid for it? Ethical hacking might be for you…
So, you might not be doing anything that’s technically considered illegal, but your job will involve trying to carry out attacks on a company’s networks and exposing security flaws. And that’s kind of the same thing, right?
This course will provide you with everything you need to get break into the industry, including how to look for weaknesses and vulnerabilities in target systems – whether professionally or personally. But remember: with great power comes great responsibility (and other, tenuous super hero references).
And the best part? With a growing number of businesses increasingly concerned with the security of their systems, it can be an incredibly lucrative industry to work in – offering average salaries of around £50,000.
Whoever said cybercrime doesn’t pay…
What do I need? Some previous IT experience necessary.
How long will it last? One to two weeks (full-time), or two to three months (part-time).
Perfect for: People who want to go ‘white hat’.
Photoshop
Photoshop skills: you either have them or you don’t. Or, you could buy a course. That too.
For any aspiring Web Designer, an in-depth knowledge of Adobe Photoshop is an absolute must. This package will provide you with all the skills you need to master the program, as well as hands-on tutorials to help you start manipulating your own images right away.
All exams are included in the price – which is being offered at an amazing 88% off all this month. You’ll even get a certificate to validate everything you’ve learned.
So not only will your career prospects and pay potential instantly increase, you’ll also have the ability to achieve your own photographic perfection. And by perfection, we mainly mean taking part in Photoshop battles and adding celebrities to extended family photographs.
The course? £29. But helping your Nan keep up with the Kardashians on this year’s Christmas card?
Priceless…
What do I need? Computer access (and/or a good imagination)
How long will it last? 20 hours.
Perfect for: People who want to upgrade their selfies.
Not sure which course is right for you? View all available courses now.
