It's perfectly normal to feel a bit anxious about learning new skills but at learndirect we want to do our best to help you get past your worries. We've got time for everyone, no matter what your age or situation. If you want to learn new skills in maths, English and IT, or just brush up on the skills you already have, we'll help you gain a nationally recognised qualification.
You're not alone if you're feeling nervous about starting to learn. Why not see what our other learners had to say:
I was worried that going back to learning would be too much like school, but actually everyone at learndirect was really friendly... For the first time ever I'm actually really enjoying education.
Stephen Bunting, 25, now applying for university
I'm a prime example of someone who had very low self belief but managed to achieve their goals, improve their skills and increase their confidence through learndirect.
Shazia Afzal, 33, mother and now working part time
Once I was made redundant, I noticed that most adverts in my local newspaper asked for qualifications I didn't have… Due to my achievements through learndirect, I was nominated for an Achievement Award.
Angela Lee, 45, now studying at college
I am 55 and have managed to improve my life by learning new things and getting a job. I am proof that you are never too old to learn!
Ian Chambers, 55, now working as an administrator
What kind of learner are you? Take our online quiz to find out how we could help you, whatever type of learner you are.
If you want to improve your maths, English or IT skills then we have a range of flexible online courses to suit all levels. Best of all, our courses lead towards nationally recognised qualifications. By gaining one of these qualifications you'll have improved your confidence, your skills and your CV at the same time. Why not have a look at some of the courses we offer:
IT:
We offer flexible IT qualifications such as the ECDL or ITQ. Want to see how a qualification in IT might help you? Visit our Boost your IT skills page or have a go at our online IT quiz. Or, you can have a look at the different IT courses we offer as part of a qualification.
English:
We have a wide range of English courses available that lead to nationally recognised qualifications. These could really help show employers you have the English skills they're looking for. Why not have a look at the different English courses we offer as part of a qualification?
Maths:
We've got lots of maths courses available to you that lead to nationally recognised qualifications. Whether you're struggling with some of the basics or want to brush up on the skills you already have, we'll be able to help. Why not have a look at the different maths courses we offer as part of a qualification?
So what now?
If you've found a qualification you're interested in taking, all you have to do now is get in touch with your nearest learndirect centre to enrol. To find your nearest centre, use our find a centre page.
If you'd like to see what it's like to start learning with us, you can visit the learning with learndirect section to find out more about us and what your learning experience will be like.