Whilst education is something that we’re a big fan of here at Brooks and Kirk, we do understand how stressful it can be. No matter what age you are, what you’re studying, or even where you’re studying, the stress of it can catch up with all of us. So, we thought we’d let you in […]
Whether you work from home or in an office, a separate place for you to focus on your educational or career needs is very important. Many people believe that the learning environment is no less important than the work you are doing. So how can you optimise your work space to make the most of […]
We all do household chores. Whether it’s cooking, cleaning, laundry, looking after children… the list goes on. But did you know, a recent report has shown that British people do 1 TRILLION pounds worth of unpaid housework every year?! Unbelievable, right? Household chores are worth more than the UK’s retail and manufacturing output combined! The Data […]
Research conducted by FutureLearn has shown that an employees chance of promotion is enhanced by taking online courses. FutureLearn are the online social learning platform, owned by The Open University. They surveyed 600 employers in recruitment or development roles in the UK, US, and Australia. The Research A massive 92% of employers said they found online […]
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Straight away – no. Not at all. The saying ‘Can’t teach an old dog new tricks!’ has never been more wrong. If you’re motivated, then age is no obstacle when it comes to studying. Age, experience and levels of qualification are irrelevant. Here are our reasons why you’re never too old to study. Flexible Study Options Distance, […]
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When you think of an Apprenticeship, the thought of a celebrity doing one has probably never crossed your mind. But there are many celebrities, some who you may not expect, that actually started off their very successful careers with an Apprenticeship in their sector; and now they earn millions! Here are just 11 of the […]
We’ve all felt burnt out from time to time. Did you know that in Britain, around 10.4 million sick days a year are due to work-related stress?! A busy period at work or a stressful personal situation can really knock you off your feet. But if you’re feeling burnt out a lot of the time, […]
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Staying productive at work or at home can be challenging. Every time the workday ends, it’s likely that you’re unsatisfied with what you have accomplished. If this sounds like you, don’t worry – we’ve got 7 easy steps to increase productivity. 1. Create A To-Do List We all have things to do each day, whether […]
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Understanding what type of learner you are can help you to excel in your studies. There are specifically 4 different learning styles; Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic and Reading & Writing. Each learning type responds best to a different method of teaching. We’re going to explore each one so that you can find out which learning style suits […]
Katie Gray Adult Education, News 1
So you’ve got your CAVA qualification. You’ve applied for a job as an NVQ Assessor, and you’ve got an interview. First of all – Congratulations! But don’t let the sweaty palms sweat – I mean, set – in just yet. We’ve got some tips on exactly how to ace the interview to give you the […]