Trying to find the time, money and resources to study, on top of running a home and looking after a family is difficult, we admit.
As an adult, your life is packed with roles and responsibilities that
younger people just don’t have – children, full or part-time jobs, shift work, shopping, cleaning. No wonder you feel like you can’t squeeze any more into your already packed schedule.
Plus if you’re returning to learning, you may be a bit concerned about coping with your studies, for example remembering new information or operating a computer. But honestly, that is all part of the reward – doing something you’ve never done before and getting a big pat on the back for your achievements.
So don’t give up before you’ve started. There are many different ways to study and helpful organisations with the knowledge to help you fit learning into your life.
Useful Links
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Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council
Information on learning options available in Doncaster.
Support 4 Learning
A website which serves as a signpost to relevant organisations and resources in a number of key areas including advice on how to choose, finance and support your education, training, career planning and job search.
CHAMPS Learning Skills Programme
An online learning skills course with advice on learning techniques, how to learn faster and how to remember more.
BBC Learning: Ready to Learn
A guide to how learning can change lives with personal examples.
UK Online Centres
Aims to provide everyone in the UK with access to computers near to where they live, as well as help and advice on using them.
Directgov: Education and Learning
Government organisation providing free advice on courses and careers with sections on returning to learning and study advice for adult learners.
HERO (Higher Education and Research Opportunities)
A gateway to universities, colleges and research organisations in the UK. Provides information on aspects such as finding a course, funding, applying and studying.
Open University
Offers a wide range of university courses for people to study at their convenience, at home or work.
Campaign for Learning
A campaign which aims to stimulate learning that will sustain people for life. It helps create opportunities and provides support for learning in families and communities, workplaces and schools. |
