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Free Beginner Professional Development training courses (Career Development)

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  • Life's Work: How to get ahead in a career you love

    Reed Learning
    Learn how to build a successful career with James Reed CBE & Steph Rix
    • 710 students
    • Online
    • 3.7 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Searching for a new job but can't seem to land the role you want? Feeling trapped in your current role but can't figure out what to do next? Longing for a career in a different sector but don't know if your skills match up? ...Then this career development course is for you. Hoste …
    Free
  • CV Writing Masterclass

    Reed Courses
    Create your very own winning CV that’ll allow you to apply for jobs with confidence.
    • 21,819 students
    • Online
    • 1.1 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Want to create a CV that'll make you stand out from the crowd? We've got you covered... Reed.co.uk, one of the UK’s leading careers and courses marketplaces, is here to help make the job seeking process as painless as possible. By taking this Free CV Writing Masterclass, you’ll d …
    Free
  • Get work ready - from Reed's Gateway to work careers programme

    Reed Learning
    Everything you need to search, apply and interview for your first job
    • 519 students
    • Online
    • 1.8 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Welcome to Get work ready, a course that contains everything you need to search, apply and interview for your first job. In this course we will guide you through how to search for jobs online , the different types of contracts and what they mean, as well as how to set up …
    Free
  • Digital Work Experience

    Reed Learning
    Real-life work experiences across 10 companies and 17 sectors as part of the 'Gateway to work' programme
    • 2,116 students
    • Online
    • 3.7 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Are you struggling to get in-person work experience? Do you want to know more about what it's really like to work in different sectors like Marketing, Product design, Finance or Care? If so, this Digital Work Experience course could be exactly what you're looking for. This D …
    Free
  • Job interview masterclass: How to get the job you want (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    With James Reed and The Interview Cheerleader
    • 23,033 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Are interviews your enemy? Not sure how to prepare for the big day? We talk to two interview experts as they deliver a masterclass on how to prepare and conduct yourself in an interview. Covering the importance of mindfulness, overcoming interview nerves, and learning from re …
    Free
  • Contracting & Self-Employment: Getting Started (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    BY ANGUS MYLNE | DEC 14, 2020
    • 6,464 students
    • Online
    • 0.9 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Ever wondered what it would be like to be self-employed whilst working for other companies? Are you fully aware of all the legalities you must fulfil in order to work as a contractor? Do you know where you can go or who you can approach if you have such questions about contract …
    Free
  • How to find a job during uncertain times when you’re unemployed (Free Webinar)

    Keep Britain Working
    Discover what free government support is available to help you find a job
    • 3,469 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Would you like to discover what help and support is available to help you find a job again on Government funded programmes? You can obtain free, one-to-one job search support, as well as CV writing tips to improve your interview technique. In this webinar, we’ll go through …
    Free
    • 3,446 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    In this webinar, run in partnership with the Keep Britain Working campaign, we’ll outline the most common skills that employers across many industries look out for. Then, we’ll advise on how you can promote your transferability to the person considering your application to maxi …
    Free
  • Gateway to Work - Kick start your journey from education to work

    Reed Learning
    The ultimate careers programme for 16-18 year olds
    • 102 students
    • Online
    • 7.9 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Calling all students… If you want to know how to get into your dream job or career once you've finished school, college or university, this course is for you. Gateway to Work is a free digital careers programme that gives you all the tools you need to smoothly transition from edu …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Workplace Violence and Harassment

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 279 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In any workplace, there can be no room for violence and harassment. Sadly, reports show that more than 1 in 3 people leave their job because of bullying. With our level 2 Certificate in Understanding Workplace Violence and Harassment qualification, you will gain an understanding …
    Free
    • 1,402 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Are you a graduate looking for a graduate scheme? Listen to our webinar to watch a live coaching session of graduates, and pick up tips and tricks to applying. Keep Britain Working and Graduate Coach come together to discuss ideas and talk through the main challenges that fac …
    Free
    • 30,540 students
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Whether you are currently in work but want to do something more fulfilling, or are without work and searching for your next opportunity, the NHS could be for you. This webinar outlines an opportunity that is open to anyone interested, and does not require any prior experienc …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Become a Team Leader.
    • 11,692 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If you're looking to develop your team leading skills to manage a team effectively, this fully online level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading will help you do just that. This qualification will teach you the principles of team leading, how to use different styles of lea …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Business Administration Skills
    • 32,070 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    The level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration gives you the knowledge to work in a range of different environments in a business admin role. Whether you would like to brush up on your skills or pick up some new ones, this course will give you the knowledge you …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Coding

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you. Study materials provided with tutor support. Learn coding fundamentals.
    • 10,679 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Coding is what makes it possible for anyone to create computer software. Websites, apps, and social media are all made with code - it is a language that tells computers what action to perform. This qualification is designed for anyone who is looking to gain an introduction to cod …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn to care for autistic people.
    • 10,742 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    There are around 700,000 people in the UK with autism – more than 1 in every 100. If you work with people with autism, or if someone you know is autistic, this course is a great way to increase your knowledge about the condition. You will learn about autism and how it can affect …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for peoples mental health
    • 34,418 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Around 450 million people currently experience mental health problems. Recent reports suggest that over 12 million working days were lost due to work-related stress, depression or anxiety in just one year. It’s important that employers are transparent and open about mental health …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Dignity & Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Benefit the people you care for
    • 5,776 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If you work in health and social care, you need to understand the fundamentals of safeguarding in order to protect the health, well-being and human rights of the people you care for. Our level 2 certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 2,593 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    Great service
    This level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques aims to improve business performance through continuous professional development (Kaizen). This fully online qualification will help you understand the concept of a lean environment and its benefits, as well as h …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Give better advice and guidance
    • 3,637 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    For many businesses, being able to offer clear and accurate information, advice or guidance - and knowing what can be shared legally and professionally - is really important. If you give information, advice or guidance as part of your role, this course can help you brush up on yo …
    Free
  • Level 2 Award in Neuroscience in the Early Years

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with materials and tutor support. Learn about child development.
    • 4,878 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    This qualification provides an introduction to neuroscience in the early years – from birth to seven years. Self-regulation in the early years is a critical set of skills that help children to remain calm, attentive, and able to deal with powerful emotions such as fear, anger, an …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Adverse Childhood Experiences

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Childhood Experiences
    • 4,955 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Adverse circumstances can have a negative impact on anyone's life, but children and young people are particularly vulnerable. They might face difficult circumstances such as the death or divorce of parents, domestic violence, or national and international disasters. These types o …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Data Protection and Data Security

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support
    • 8,897 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Anyone who works with personal data needs to understands the laws surrounding it. This fully online level 2 Certificate in Data Protection and Data Security will provide you with essential knowledge on data protection compliance. The qualification will help to develop your unders …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about Exercise And Nutrition
    • 12,529 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Getting fit and healthy can be a daunting prospect when you first start out on your fitness journey, so it’s important to be fully aware of how to best do this for you. The level 2 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition will enable you to develop the ski …
    Free

FAQs

Reed Courses advertises a large variety of Career development courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The Career development courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a Career development course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

If you're looking for Career development courses, you might also be interested in Job search skills, Soft skills and Interview. These courses can be taken to further enhance your understanding of the subject. By having a broader understanding of the subject can help you to improve your professional or personal development.

In addition to free Career development courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online Career development courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

Reed Courses advertises a variety of free online Career development courses. Alternatively you'll be able to enrol on an online Career development course of your choosing, and study entirely online. If you'd prefer an in-person learning experience, you could take a classroom Career development course where you'll be taught in a classroom at a given location. Reed Courses also advertises distance learning courses and in-company Career development courses from a variety of learning providers.