Six fun and free courses to boost your career prospects
Learning something new can be a gateway to earning more at work or making money from home.
If you fancy trying a new hobby or picking up some extra skills, there are many courses you can look into.
Check out these free options for inspiration.
DIGITAL WHIZ: Upgrade your IT skills on grow.google.
You'll find beginner courses on everything from digital marketing to project management and IT support.
Upon completion, you will receive a digital certificate that you can add to your CV.
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For specific skills, such as using the basics of Microsoft Word or Excel, try it online at coursera.org.
CAREER BOOST: Do you want to freshen up your CV or refine your negotiation skills?
Go to linkedin.com/learning.
From presentation advice to tips on how to ace your next job interview, plus courses on time management and productivity, you're spoiled for choice.
FUN HOBBIES: Get creative and try allfreeknitting.com for tutorials with detailed images and helpful step-by-step videos.
Or visit creative fabrica.com for free craft courses, such as watercolor painting for beginners and furniture upcycling.
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: If you've booked your holiday abroad and fancy impressing your family with the lingo, there's a range of courses on alison.com.
Another brilliant option is the free Duolingo app, which offers a quick way to learn the basics.
MONEY MATTERS: Are you looking for help with basic finances or planning your retirement?
Take a look at the Open University (open.edu).
The Midlife MoT course is a particularly good choice: four hours of video lessons about work, wealth and well-being.
GO LOCAL: Visit your local council's website or search for adult colleges in your area to find community courses that won't cost you a dime.
Depending on your income, you may also be able to get a free place on a paid course.
- All prices on the page are correct at the time of going to press. Offers and offers subject to availability.
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