Free distance learning courses to benefit employees

Solihull College & University Centre and Stratford-upon-Avon College are offering a range of free distance learning courses in 2023.

And businesses and their employees have already been benefitting from the wide range of courses.

Andy Wardlow (pictured), a police constable with West Mercia Police for 16 years, was looking for new education opportunities to prepare for work after retirement.

“I found out about the courses through work ” he said.

“A Superintendent mentioned how good they were and a colleague of mine had actually done a couple of the courses and really enjoyed it, so I decided to give it a go! ”

The courses are designed to be flexible and can be adapted to learners ' busy schedules. They can be paper based or completed online.

Andy said: “I really enjoyed the distance learning as I liked learning at my own pace and my own experiences helped inform my work.

“I had the paperwork delivered to me and then I submitted it to the relevant tutor when I was finished. You then get feedback telling you how you have done. ”

Andy has taken two of the distance learning courses offered so far, adding: “I 've studied Mental Health Awareness and Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace.

“One course was for a month, and one was done over three months. I did most of the work during my days off and with three kids as well it can be a challenge.

“You do have to put the work in, but I enjoyed it. I 'm actively waiting for another course! ”

The courses can prepare learners for new employment opportunities or for personal development in their current work.

See the full range of Solihull College 's distance learning courses.