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I want information about further training or postgraduate study I want to develop my skills but don't want to do a
postgraduate course
There are lots of ways to expand your skills even if you don't want to
do a postgraduate course.
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Talk to your supervisor at work about changing some of your current responsibilities
in order to develop new skills. Have
some suggestions ready. You might
also be able to apply for other openings in the company.
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if you are currently in work and you plan to take a
short course which is relevant
to your job, your employer may support your studies by paying fees,
offering study leave and financial incentives on completion.
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if you would prefer to develop new skills or strengthen existing ones outside
of work, there are many short courses and training
programmes available. Most
universities and institutes offer a range of training programmes.
They vary in length, and you can take them at night, weekends, by distance
learning, and over the Internet. There are government sponsored programmes
where the fees may depend on your employment status.
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Check with your nearest university Careers Service to
find out about any specific
training / work experience programmes that might be available for recent
graduates in the area.
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Contact FAS (Ireland) or Job Centres (Northern Ireland) for any government
initiatives such as New Deal in the UK.
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TCS (Teaching Company Scheme) offers graduates the chance to work within
a company and study for a Masters degree at the same time.
Considering a short course?
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Will it meet your objectives in terms of training/skills
development?
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What background knowledge is necessary?
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When does the class meet and how long is each session?
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How much outside preparation/homework will there
be?
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In the case of a computer course, would you have
to do the preparation work at the institution or do you have all the
equipment you need at home?
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What costs are involved? How does this study fit
with your long-term career plan?
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