JOBS & SKILLS
Up skill to get ahead S Improve your job prospects by learning new skills and developing your knowledge.
To boost your confidence and stay one step ahead!
Neelam Batool
upport is available to guide you on your journey to discover your passion and open the door to new opportunities in the ever-changing world of work. With courses ranging from Maths and English to fashion design and enterprise, Brent Start Adult Education College courses help students unlock their potential with no time limit on learning something new. Neelam Batool, said: “The teachers are very skilful and have helped me improve my confidence and knowledge. It proves that you can learn new skills whenever you want and there is no age limit!” Monika, another student added, “I’ve always wanted to start my own business. Brent Start helped me develop skills and build confidence. I’ve met amazing people in the community, made new friends and made myself proud.” With digital skills at the top of every employer’s list of requirements, the college has expanded its free range of essential digital skills courses. New Health, Social Care and Mental Health and Wellbeing courses are now also available to help put you on the path to finding a fulfilling career in the care sector. Course fees are dependent on your circumstances. To find our more email: brent.start@brent.gov.uk or call: 0208 937 3950 or visit www.brent.gov.uk/brentstart
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Cllr Muhammed Butt, Leader of Brent Council said:
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Monika
“Having digital skills opens up a world of opportunities. Lockdown nudged more businesses to look towards new technologies, accelerating the shift online, and job adverts are increasingly looking for people with skills that match. “Today one in five adults in Brent don’t possess essential digital skills and many more would benefit from training to access the jobs of the future. Our borough is awash with opportunities and, as a council, we want to help local people develop the skills and the confidence they need to get out there and snap them up.”
