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Get geared up for online learning
learndirect's 'get geared up for online learning' is an interactive session based around creating the right environment for online learning.
Make over your life
If you're struggling with numbers, don't have the confidence to sit and read with your kids or you're baffled by IT and computers, we can help you. Gaining a qualification or boosting your skills can make a huge difference to your life - whether it's by helping you get a new job, or just changing the way you face everyday tasks like reading or working out number problems.
15% off short online courses
Whether you want to want to learn about leadership, marketing, management or Sage Accounts - we're giving you the chance to buy a course at 15% off the original price.
People's Choice Award
Learning new skills is a big achievement! That's why each year we hold our Achievement Award ceremonies across England and Wales, so our learners get the recognition they deserve.
Summer reading
We've teamed up with children's author Peter Corey to help parents boost their children's reading skills while brushing up on their own, during the school holidays.
Football Fever 2010 - iPhone Wallpapers
Show your support for your favourite national team by adding these Football Fever 2010 wallpapers to your iPhone
Football Fever 2010
Excited about the World Cup this summer? We are too! That’s why we've created a brand new game for our facebook page called Football Fever 2010
Two FREE interactive storybooks to entertain the kids in the run up to summer
Why not make the most of our two FREE online storybooks to help you all enjoy your time together in the run up to summer - and have fun whilst learning?
My Sun discussion
Do you have any questions about learning with us? Maybe you're worried about how much it might cost you. Or perhaps you'd like to know what kind of support you'll get.
Could an IT qualification help you?
IT can be a bit misunderstood. Many of us claim to hate computers, but is this just because they scare or confuse us? Once you've got the basics mastered you'll find that doing everyday tasks with the help of your computer can be really satisfying! With an IT qualification under your belt, you'll learn to love your computer - using it for both work and fun.
Step on board to see what's out there for you
We've teamed up with monster to travel the streets of Britain and give you a helping hand with finding your next job.
learndirect launch 2010 Achievement Awards
Thousands of individuals and businesses develop their skills every week by taking learndirect courses. To recognise their achievements, learndirect is running the fourth annual learndirect Achievement Awards across England and Wales
Inspire others with your story
Have you done a course with learndirect? Have you got a story to tell? We're on the hunt for learndirect learners who can inspire others. As thousands of people are on the hunt for jobs we want to show how getting a qualification and topping up your skills can really help. We need you!
12 tips of Christmas
Sometimes Christmas can leave you feeling stuffed to the gills and sluggish. Use the 12 days of Christmas to improve your skills and boost your potential for 2009 by setting yourself these mini challenges.
Boost your IT skills
If you develop your IT skills then you’ll be able to do things like help your children with their homework, be more organised, and it could even improve your job prospects.
Get online day
October 23rd is Get online day and it would be great if you could get involved by helping out anyone you know who might be struggling to use their computer or access the internet.
Do you need help with those 'must have' maths skills?
Three easy steps to help you get to grips with numbers.
Comic talent provide lessons to business
Presenting the cream of comedy to boost your business and management skills.
Download Celebrity Chef Brainfood Recipes
Celebrity chef and nutritionist create recipes and top tips to fuel learning.