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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.
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.
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.
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.
Two FREE interactive storybooks to entertain the kids in the run up to Christmas
Why not make the most of our two FREE online storybooks to help you all enjoy your time together in the run up to Christmas - and have fun whilst learning?
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.
Get your FREE 'Nothing Can Stop You' Book
Set your learning goals and release your potential. Plus FREE 'Nothing Can Stop You' book.
The Apprentice
Having the right skills in sales, negotiation and management can make a real difference to your bottom line. With The Apprentice DVD-ROM courses, you and your employees can learn the secrets of business success - in a flexible, affordable format.
The Legula Adventure
Challenge your kids with this fun and interactive game - and improve your maths and English at the same time!
Don’t lose money because of your maths skills
Are your maths skills costing you? Johnny Ball and Eammon Holmes help you with your numbers.
Get a qualification
Getting a new skill or achieving a qualification with learndirect is guaranteed to boost your confidence.
Improve your career
Improve your career and boost your confidence with new qualifications, fun quiz, top tips and FREE book.
Helpful tools
Games, interactive tools and videos, we’ve got some fun stuff to help you get in the mood to learn.