There are plenty of opportunities to brush up your skills or to start training for new skills. Sometimes it is a case of refreshing your skills. Other times it could be you need to learn more about using computers, reading and writing or being more confident with numbers. 

Sometimes there is a short training course designed to lead to particular jobs. 

If you would like advice on any of the things mentioned so far you could try the following. Click on the links for more information and contact details.

Learndirect is a nationally recognised brand for learning and is the largest supplier of e learning courses of its kind in the world. They deliver their unique range of educational training products through three business streams:

learndirect careers advice
Offers free independent careers advice over the phone, online and by e-mail

learndirect skills and qualifications
Has hundreds of centres with courses to improve your maths, English and IT skills

learndirect business
Provides off-the-shelf and bespoke work-based e learning courses

If you want to know more EITHER click on the link here or go and visit The Workshop in Riley Square which has a LearnDirect centre with a dedicated tutor who can give you more information and get you started.

• Coventry's Adult Education Service

Runs a range of course in community venues both during the day and in the evenings. 
To find out more click here or telephone Eburne Neighbourhood Learning Centre on 024 7660 3715

• There is a range of other options too in other colleges, at the universities and through local community organisations. But the best way to start finding out more is to talk to one of the organisations mentioned above