Archive / December
Mother sets up business after being made redundant
A mother who was made redundant last year has set up her own business selling children's clothes.
Former prisoner sets up business after obtaining NVQ
A former prisoner has set up his own business after studying for an NVQ qualification and two AS-levels.
Proficiency in maths 'is valued by employers'
Maths is a core skill and it is highly valued by potential employers, it has been claimed.
NIACE looks for "extraordinary" adult learners
The National Institute of Adult Continuing Education is seeking nominations for the 2010 Adult Learners' Week Awards.
Training 'helped teenager focus on his future'
Enrolling on training courses helped a teenager from Liverpool start a career as a bricklayer.
Entrepreneurs 'need to think big and start small'
Entrepreneurs should think big and start small, according to an expert.
Acquiring skills 'helps people progress in employment'
Improving skills can be an effective way to progress in a job or start out on a new career, according to an expert.
Redundancy 'can be an opportunity to acquire skills'
Redundancy might be a good opportunity to acquire new skills, it has been suggested.
Employers 'want more people with practical skills'
Employers are keen to see more people on the job market with practical skills, a recent study has suggested.
Former NVQ students set up businesses
Studying for NVQs has started some budding young entrepreneurs on the road to setting up their own businesses.
Redundancy leads many to start a home-based business
The increased risk of redundancy caused by the economic downturn has led to an increased interest in setting up a home-based business, a recent report has suggested.
NVQ student picks up second gong
An apprentice who attained an NVQ qualification as well as getting hands-on experience has won a second award for her impressive performance.